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October 2016 Volume 15, Issue 10 Ph: 657-2418 1 5
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Dave And Buster’s, iFly & Carvana Add To Exciting News For Bass Pro Area
By Sharon Still
between. Closing is scheduled for mid-December on the 5.86-acre parcel adjacent to Bass Pro Shops on the north side. Also located on the north side of Bass Pro Shops will be Carvana and Home 2 Suites by Hilton. Carvana is revolutionizing the car buying industries as a completely online used car dealership where users shop, finance and trade cars through its website. Tyler Roberts, Director of Retail Services for Roberts & Associates Southeast, could not report anything about the type of facility that would be built and said, “We are working on permits at this time.” Home 2 Suites by Hilton has a scheduled closing of September 30, according to Roberts and construction is Story Continued On Page 14
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Anchored by Bass Pro Shops and Top Golf, the Estuary, a mixed-use entertainment, retail and medical office project located adjacent to I-75 off of Palm River Road is abuzz with activity and may quickly become a hub of entertainment, dining and shopping. The most recent announcement causing a stir of excitement is Dave and Buster’s, a national arcade restaurant dubbed as a destination to eat, drink play and watch sports under one roof. The venue, with a location in Orlando, offers a variety of games from Pac-Man to Skee Ball and dance revolution to the latest video games and more. The 40,000-sq- ft.-facility also will offer a full liquor bar with dining options including appetizers like wings and calamari to full entrees such as ribs, steaks, seafood, salads and everything in
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A unidentified man carries a large American flag in full military apparel in Lithia on Patriot Day last month to show his support as well as to remember and honor the 2,977 lives lost during the terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and in Shanksville, Pennsylvania. The 15th anniversary of 9/11 witnessed thousands of events that paid tribute to the victims and their families across the nation.
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28th Annual Trick Or Treat Street Offers Family Friendly Contests, Prizes & More Ghosts, ghouls and goblins will be lurking about the parking lot of Riverview High School on Saturday, October 22 as it is time for the area’s biggest annual Halloween Celebration, Trick or Treat Street 2016. The 28th annual event offering safe trick-or-treating for children of all ages is presented by the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, Hillsborough County Parks and Recreation and Riverview High School. The free event attracts thousands of children each year and businesses, churches and other local organizations decorate booths and hand out candy. There are also games, bounce houses, costume contests and plenty of local flavors to sample. Kim Pessoa of Riverview attended Trick or Treat Street two years ago with her kids. She said, “They have many vendors, almost like an event at Convention Center.” She added, “They had a haunted School Bus that was awesome, and for kids over age 6. It was a lot of fun, and would definitely go again.” Kids costume contests will be held throughout the evening, starting with everyone age 3 and under at 5 p.m.; ages 4-7 at 5:30 p.m.; 8-11 years at 6:30 p.m.; and, age 12-15 years at 7 p.m. There is a $5 entry fee per person. Dog owners are also encouraged to bring their canine friends in costume for the Four Paws Veterinary Hospital Dog Costume Contest that kicks off at 6 p.m. Dogs of all sizes are welcome. Registration will be a $10 donation to benefit C.A.R.E. There are many sponsors already onboard but there is always room for more. Businesses and organizations can get involved by designing a booth, dress-
By Sharon Still
More than 3,000 people are expected at the 28th Annual Trick or Treat Street at Riverview High School on Saturday, October 22, 4-8 p.m.
ing up and handing out candy or small toys. There will be prizes in several categories for booth design. Participating business include: The Alley at SouthShore, The Mosaic Company, Chris’s Plumbing Service, Inc., YMCA Camp Cristina, Thatcher Properties and many more. Trick or Treat Street 2016 will be held from 4-8 p.m. at Riverview High School, 11311 Boyette Rd. Admission is free and there is a $5 donation for parking. For more information or to become a sponsor, contact the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce office at 813-234-5944 or visit www.riverviewchamber.com.
In This Issue HALLOWEEN THEME PARKS ..............PG 6 HOA HOT TOPICS ...............................PG 7 BLUES & BBQ ...................................PG 15 TURKEY GOBBLE 5K .........................PG 17 CRAFT FAIRS.....................................PG 19 NEW HOMES....................................PG 29
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT...............PG 45 SPORTS CONNECTION ....................PG 46
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