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Deserving Randall Middle School’s Teacher Is Appreciated By Thousands
By Kathi Hayes
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Randall Middle School (RMS) teacher Christopher Wikfors was one of the thirty top teachers to receive recognition from Norwegian Cruise Line’s ‘Giving Joy Campaign’ out of nearly 50,000 nominated in the U.S. and Canada. In April, Wikfors was dually nominated by an RMS parent, whose child was his former student, and by his biggest supporter, his mother. Wikfors suffered a near death traumatic brain injury as a freshman in college. He defied all odds to become a dedicated RMS honors math teacher, sharing his love and knowledge with young minds. Wikfors received an overwhelming 2,685 votes over the month long campaign. When asked to submit reasons why he deserved to win, he turned to people who could give firsthand, honest answers, his former students. After the top thirty winners were announced, Norwegian Cruise Lines invited them and a guest to Seattle, WA for a weekend of celebration at the Hard Rock Seattle. The top three winners were announced based on the following: 1) the relevancy of their submission to the contest theme - giving joy; 2) the nominees’ lasting impact on their students; and 3) content and originality. The campaign generated over 46,000 nominations and 1.43 million votes. Wikfors said, “The three winners were true examples of heroes in and out of the classroom.” The evening was filled with a room of grateful, deserving teachers. “It was an amazing night, where they truly made 30 teachers feel like rock stars,” added Wikfors.
All thirty educators received a 7-day cruise voucher for two aboard any of Norwegian Cruise Line’s destinations. Wikfors and his wife, Jaime, plan to travel to Alaska with their two sons next summer. Wikfors is very appreciative of every vote he received. “The passion I have for being a teacher comes directly from the relationships I build with my students and their families. As teachers, our main goal is to make a lasting impact on all of our kids, in and out of the classroom, beyond the lessons we create and curriculum we go through. After receiving such incredible support, it's made me feel like I have made that positive impact on much of this community. I'm extremely grateful for such awesome kids and a community that values what we do.” Wikfors sees how valuable and positive this experience has been for not only himself, but for all teachers nationwide. “As we hear about the teacher shortages, this contest showed me that teachers are still appreciated and is just another example of the true value people see in teachers and the impact they have on our future,” said Wikfors. For information about Randall Middle School, visit http://randall.mysdhc.org/.
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This Year’s Brandon 4th Of July Parade Celebrates 60 Years Of The Honorary Mayor Of Brandon
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a tradition for many Brandon area residents and their families. Janine Nickerson, president of the community Roundtable said, “This is the 63rd presentation of the Independence Day Parade by The Community Roundtable. Many residents attend because it is a family tradition and the day would not be complete without seeing this colorful event.” Nickerson added, “Over the years, the Roundtable has received notes from spectators stating that their grandparents brought them to see the Come out with family and friends and continue parade, and now they are bringing their or start the tradition of attending The Community Roundtable's Annual Brandon grandchildren. Once the parade ends, Fourth of July Parade. The parade has been people go home to enjoy BBQ and a held for over 60 years on the 4th of July beginrefreshing swim.” ning at 10 a.m. in the heart of Brandon. Expected participants in this year’s parade include the Bloomingdale/Brandon Summer Band, the Rough Riders, Wolfe’s Produce tractor, Sheriff’s Office Equestrian Posse, the Tampa Model A Club and the Kiwanis Club of Greater Brandon. Brandon’s Fourth of July Parade celebrates the residents, schools, organizations and nonprofits of the Greater Brandon area. The parade features floats, marching bands, dancers and more. Each year, the winner of the Annual Honorary Mayors’ Race is announced along with the winner of The Community Roundtable’s Father of the Year award. You can also see the winner of the Alice B. Tompkins Award (an award given to someone who epitomizes service to the community) and the winner of the Maureen Krzanowski Scholarship. “At the request of the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, The Annual Brandon Fourth of July alcohol and squirt guns are banned,” said Parade presented by The Community Nickerson. Roundtable will be held on Thursday, July The Parade Committee is looking for 4. The parade begins at 10 a.m. at the sponsors and volunteers. Students in Law Offices of Reed & Reed at the corneed of community service hours can ner of Lumsden Rd. and Parsons Ave. have fun and help the community by volThe route will continue north on Parsons, unteering for set up and clean up. stop at the reviewing stand located in Students are encouraged to contact The front of Nature's Health Foods at Parsons Community Roundtable by Saturday, and Oakfield Dr., continue west on June 15. Robertson St. and end in the Publix parkFor more information on the 2019 ing lot at Buckingham Pl. Fourth of July Parade, please contact The This year’s theme is Celebrating the Community Roundtable at 661-4350 or Honorary Mayor of Brandon 60th email at roundtable2008@aol.com or visit Anniversary. www.thecommunityroundtable.org. The Annual Fourth of July Parade is
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Lithia’s Juliette Stratis Gives Saint Leo University Commencement Address
Two Newsome Grads Plan To Spread Wings At Air Force Academy
Juliette tions, including Stratis of Delta Epsilon Lithia was Sigma, Order of selected to Omega, and give the Class Omicron Delta of 2019 Kappa. Stratis was farewell to her the collegiate reppeers at Saint resentative for the Leo Saint Leo Alumni University. Association for two She spoke to terms, and she her fellow served as an oriengraduates, Juliette Stratis from Lithia gave the farewell speech tation leader and their families, at her St. Leo University commencement ceremony mentor for freshheld on April 27. and the unimen for three versity community at Saint Leo’s morning years. commencement ceremony on April 27 at Stratis received an SGU award for the Florida State Fairgrounds. her philanthropic event, Her Week, which Stratis earned her Bachelor of Arts she created to raise money and awaredegree in communication management. ness for sex trafficking victims. In her senBorn in Maryland, she spent her childior year, Stratis participated in a directhood moving from place to place as a study program with Dr. Diane Monahan, ‘military brat.’ She is the daughter of chair of Saint Leo’s Department of Jeannie Stratis and the late John Stratis. Communication, Marketing and When her father retired to Florida, she Multimedia Management. She also had was introduced to Saint Leo University by an internship as a public relations assisa family friend. Following in her big brothtant at PRESS PR + Marketing in Tampa. er John’s footsteps, Stratis chose Saint “Being selected to be the commenceLeo. Her brother John also graduated ment speaker is a huge honor,” Stratis with a Bachelor of Science degree in said. “I'm so thankful for this opportunity computer science: information assurance. and all of the other opportunities Saint A 2015 graduate of Newsome High Leo has given me.” School, Stratis was active in many organiMore than 1,250 students received zations during her four years at Saint Leo their degrees during two commencement University. She was a member of Alpha ceremonies for Saint Leo University. Sigma Tau sorority and elected vice presi- While Saint Leo University’s main camdent of communication management for pus is in Pasco County, the university the Student Government Union. She was teaches at 15 locations throughout the a member and held leadership roles in state as well as online throughout the several honor societies and organizaworld.
Two recent Smith, who plans to Newsome High attend medical school School graduates after graduating from have an exciting the Academy and then opportunity thanks to serve as a flight surtheir hard work and geon or radiologist. “I determination. started focusing on getFishHawk residents ting accepted when I Spencer Caceres and was a freshman in high Kenya Smith are school. I encourage headed to Basic anyone who is interestCadet Training at the ed in attending a service United States Air academy to start now.” FishHawk residents Spencer Caceres Force Academy this On Thursday, June and Kenya Smith will start Basic month after receiving Cadet Training at the United States 27, the students will Air Force Academy in Colorado this begin Basic Cadet two of just over 1,000 month. very coveted spots at Training, where they will the school with the goal of becoming learn to transition from civilians to soloffers in the United States Air Force. diers. “The application process to get into “They don’t actually become fourth the Air Force Academy is very rigorous,” year cadets, what are considered freshsaid Smith, whose father served in the man at other colleges, until Acceptance US Army for 20 years. “It requires that Day after basic training ends,” said you pass a fitness assessment, be medMichelle Caceres, Spencer’s mother. ically qualified, be involved in your school The students make an eight-year and community, obtain teacher and govcommitment to serve as officers and in ernment recommendations and, most of exchange receive full tuition, cost-free all, show academic excellence.” room and board, cost-free medical care In addition, in order to be considered and a monthly stipend. for a position at the Air Force Academy, “I am extremely grateful for this which is located in Colorado, students opportunity that has been given to me need nominations from a state senator, and will not take it lightly,” said Spencer, congressmen or the president or vice who is planning to leave the Academy president. after two years for a service mission for According to Caceres, who received The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day his recommendation from Congressman Saints. He will then reapply to the Vern Buchanan, the physical test included Academy and hopes to continue his edupush-ups, sit-ups, a one-mile run, pull-ups cation and a career in the Air Force. and a basketball throw. To learn more about the Academy, “It was a lot of hard work,” said visit www.usafa.edu.
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Tigris Opens At Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay To ‘Roarin’ Reviews Tigris, Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay’s newest roller coaster, opened in April to rave reviews from roller coaster aficionados. It is Florida’s tallest launch coaster; racing along more than 1,800 ft. of steel track designed to mimic the awe-inspiring agility of the world’s largest and most powerful cat – the tiger. I never say no to an opportunity to try a new roller coaster, and at the time, sitting buckled in the front row of the 18seat car, all I could see was a track ahead of me going straight up. I could see nothing beyond. As I stared into the ‘eye of the Tigris’ and contemplated what was to come, the coaster quickly bolted out of the station, and I didn’t have any more time to think about it. Adrenaline took over and I could barely hear myself screaming (in delight). Tigris is quite different from the traditional roller coaster experience. For one, there is no time to think about the ascent as you do on traditional coasters. Its launch is immediate and quick up to almost the top of the first part of the track - and then it stops - just before
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it hurtles back through the boarding station and up another hill in the other direction. It then falls back, going through the boarding station once again before setting off on its wild journey, twisting through its inverted heartline roll; roaring to heights of 150 ft. As it reaches the top, the coaster actually slows down as it goes through the twists, giving you a great view of the park below and then of the sky above you – right before careening down another hill with looping twists and at great speed. The coaster reaches a top speed of 62 miles per hour. Although it is not the fastest roller coaster in the world, while you are riding, you feel that it might well be. If you are a coaster enthusiast, this is a must-try because of its unique components. Tigris is the ninth coaster in the park’s collection, solidifying Busch
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Aquatics Expert, Miranda Briggs, Leads New Swim Lesson Program At BSAC
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Brandon “I know how Sports and Aquatic happy my husband Center (BSAC) has would be for this officially launched chance to work with its brand new swim so many awesome lesson program people at BSAC in which offers eight such a beautiful progressive stages place,” said Briggs. of development. “I feel very close to This exciting him still- he was a expansion is being swimmer- so I led by Miranda know how excited Briggs, BSAC’s Miranda Briggs is the new Director of Swim he would be.” Education at BSAC. new Director of This will be Swim Education. Miranda’s 15th year in the aquatics field After a recent drowning spike in since starting as a swimming instructor. Hillsborough County, the BSAC aquatics As her passion for teaching grew, so did team found Briggs, and used real case her career. She successfully coached divstudies to restructure curriculum and creing, USA Swimming, Master’s swimming, ate a plan of action, which will directly Summer League, and Special Olympics. impact the youth in our area. Children will She also has valuable experience as a progress through fun levels of developWater Safety Instructor and Lifeguard ment while learning vital Instructor, and will water safety skills that will make a great addihelp keep them safe tion to the BSAC around bodies of water. team. “Our new program For more than compares to no others,” 55 years, BSAC said Briggs. “We put a big has worked to fulfill focus on teaching safety skills that will its mission of youth drowning prevention translate for the rest of these kids' lives.” in the Tampa Bay area. Briggs hopes to In 2018, Briggs became a Gold Star expand the program even further by writSpouse after losing her husband, Garrett ing new curriculum that would serve US Briggs, an Army Ranger in 1st Battalion veterans through aquatic therapy in the at Hunter Army Airfield in Savannah, future. BSAC proudly offers military disGeorgia. Relocating to the Brandon area counts to families. has given Briggs and her one year old Visit Briggs and daughter Essex on daughter, Essex, the opportunity to start a the pool deck during BSAC’s Dolphin and new chapter and make a major impact in Pup class this summer. For more inforthe community. mation: www.mybsac.org/swim.
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Surveys and research indicate that approximately 40 percent of pet owners go online for information before they take their pets to the veterinarian. What's more, the statistics are strikingly similar for people, who often surf the 'Net before they visit their own doctors. In the pet community, this can be positive, leading to better conversations with veterinarians about the symptoms pets are exhibiting and also can promote a better understanding of not only the health issues, but also the best course of treatment for each pet. One of the top risks of relying on the internet for medical treatment is the overload of information available. A recent Google search for the words ‘pet health’ brought up 1.9 billion results in less than three seconds. Much of this information is not ‘fact-checked’ or vetted, so you actually could cause serious harm to your pet if you treat them without expert veterinary guidance. Product reviews that have no regulatory oversight for safety or effectiveness, as well as anecdotal or home remedies, also can be risky. A pet owner may not be aware that Tylenol can kill a cat and harm a dog's liver, while Advil can damage a pet's kidneys. Still another risk is that a pet owner may decide to wait a day or two to see if the pet improves, which can lead to the condition worsening and ongoing-and unnecessarily-suffering, as well as costly diagnostics, lengthy
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The Comics Club Celebrates 30 Years In Business With 120,000 Plus Items
The Area's Newest Outdoor Venue Tabellas To Host Summer Concert Series
When it comes to fun was a child growing up in businesses, selling comic Michigan. I have spent my books, games and toys adult life as a self-professed ranks up there with the comic book pusher, trying to best of them. That is exactget as many people as posly what The Comics Club sible involved in this great, in Brandon has been doing fun hobby,” says Stamper. since 1989. For D.J. That is no overstateStamper, owner of The ment. Stamper uses his perComics Club, it just gets sona as ‘The Comic Book better and better with each Pusher’ on his Facebook passing year. pages to help “It’s a golden age for promote comic books, comic bookcomic book The Comics Club's Super Prize was given related movies and televireading and away to one lucky cussion shows, and for entercollecting, tomer in May. Other tainment retailers like me and he has prizes will be given who get to be at the center throughout the year to even written celebrate its 30th of it all at our comic a blog, anniversary. shops,” said Stamper. ‘Confessions “Fans come in to pick up the latest issues of a Comic Book Pusher,’ at www.comicof their favorite comics.” bookpusher.com to relate his experiences According to Stamper, it was in early of selling comic books to the masses. 1989 that he made the decision to start a In celebration of 30 years in busimail-order business selling comic books ness, The Comics Club has been offering to fans and collectors. Starting with 3,000 monthly discounts on select merchandise comic books from his own collection, at 30 percent off, the sale changing to Stamper grew the business year-by-year, offer different items from different cateaccumulating an ever-growing inventory gories of merchandise (comics, games of comic books and other collectibles. and toys) each month. When his inventory reached 20,000 Upcoming events will take place; comics in 1994, he launched The Comics Demo Day and Free Role-Playing Game Club into the retail world with a brick and Day on Saturday, June 15 and during mortar store. Today, his inventory has Halloween ComicFest on Saturday, expanded to more than 120,000 comic October 26. books, plus thousands of graphic novels, The Comics Club is located at 714 as well as hundreds of games and toys. W. Lumsden Rd. in Brandon. Visit “My love of comic books, especially www.facebook.com/TheComicsClub or the amazing artwork that the medium is call 653-4111 for information on all known for, has been part of my life since I upcoming events.
Tabellas at While at Delaney Creek, Tabellas, you can located in the enjoy food from Palm River area several food at 5818 trucks featuring Causeway Blvd., delicious items is Tampa's newest such as wings premiere outdoor with guava BBQ venue. The sixsauce, Lalo's acre property is Brisket Tacos Come kick off the summer at Tabellas at perfect for all and the Real Deal Delaney Creek as they hold their Memorial occasions from Cuban. Cheer on Day concert. birthday and retirement the festival with a craft parties to corporate beer, wine, sangria or sigoutings and festivals. nature cocktail. Tabellas will be The Fourth of July hosting a Summer concert will be held on Concert Series. There Saturday, July 6. The will be a concert for Memorial Day, the Labor Day concert will be held on Fourth of July and Labor Day. The conSaturday, August 31. certs are actually day long festivals featurAccording to Danny Hernandez, ing several bands. operations manager for Tabellas, The Memorial Day concerts will be "Tabellas is Italian for table. At home, the held on Saturday, May 25 from 1 to 9 best conversations happen around the p.m. Kozmic Pearl will kick off the festival table. We want to create that kind of from 1 to 2:30 p.m. They will be followed atmosphere here." by Primitive Campus from 2:45 to 4 p.m. Tabellas is owned and operated by Then, Damon Fowler will take the stage Angela and Robert Garcia. They took a from 4:15 to 6:15 p.m. The evening will dilapidated piece of land and turned it into end with Uncle John's Band from 6:30 to a beautiful venue complete with a canopy 9 p.m. of mature oak trees, a stage, covered Advanced tickets are $25 per person. patio and dance floor. Delaney Creek, Day of tickets are $30 per person. which was cleaned during the transformaVeterans can use code WESALUTEYOU tion, runs along the back of the property. and get $5 off. You must present military There is ample parking for any event, ID at the door. You can get advanced tick- including the Summer Concert Series, so ets by visiting http://tabellassummercongrab your friends and family and plan on certseries.eventbrite.com. attending one or all three of the concerts You can bring lawn chairs for the day this summer. long event. No pets or coolers allowed. Visit www.tabellas.com.
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100 Women Who Care
Riverview/FishHawk Making Big Impact With Local Charities
By Marie Gilmore
evening. Organizer Amy Scolaro, who launched the local chapter with her friend Debbie Matice, a local Yellowfin Realtor, is thrilled with the organization. “The women meet only four times a year, so the commitment is low while the impact is huge and it comes without timeconsuming monthly meetings or costly fundraisers.” Soles Shaping Souls founder Camden Grant stands with Scolaro adds, “We 100 Women Who Care members Debbie Matice and can easily budget our time Tanya O’ Connor to receive a grant for $2,800. and money, only four Local charities are benefitting times a year, so the pressure isn’t as from the momentum of the newly great and there is less time away formed 100 Women Who Care from our families.” Riverview/FishHawk. In just three “I loved 100 Women Who Care meetings, the nonprofit organization and was attending the SouthShore has made a big impact with three meetings, but I wanted to do somelocal charities, including AlexStrong thing in my area, too. I wanted to be Foundation ($2,200), RVR Horse one of 100 Women Who Care right Rescue ($2,500) and Soles Shaping here.” Souls ($2,800). “It’s been amazing, the communiThe concept of the organization, ty outpouring and interest we have which also has a chapter in received in such a short period of SouthShore, is to have at least 100 time” Matice stated. Women in the group who can each To learn more, visit the 100 donate time and funds that will be Women Who Care given directly to the chosen local Riverview/Fishhawk Facebook page charity, making an immediate impact. at www.facebook.com/100WWCRiver Each meeting-typically four times per viewFishHawk/. year-the members each bring a The next meeting will be check for $100, and a charity is Wednesday, June 12, 6:30-8 p.m. at selected via lottery at the meeting The Venue in Riverview located at and one will ‘win’ the donations of the 11268 Boyette Rd. in Riverview.
Resident Beauty Queen Celebrates 96 Years
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Lithia resident Annie Annie Lee’s brother, Lee Hardee Tate has Douglas, lost his life seen a lot in her 96 fighting in the war. years and her daughter, “There was so local Realtor Susie Tate much heartache from Morris, is working hard the depression to the to make sure that as Pearl Harbor jolt into many people as possiWorld War II that it ble can learn from her seems a resiliency was experience. formed in my mother “My mother is the that still sparkles today,” most resilient, vivacious said Morris. and people-orientated Annie Lee and Lithia resident Annie Lee Hardee Charlie raised six chilperson I have ever Tate is 96 years old. known,” said Morris. dren and have 17 “She has overcome a lot grandchildren and 30 in her life and is a role great-grandchildren. model to many.” “It is that tie to the Annie Lee, one of future that keeps her seven children, is the energized to overcome granddaughter of one set back then anothNapoleon Bonaparte er in her quest for a Broward, who was the beautiful life,” said Morris. Sheriff of Duval County In addition to achievand was elected ing real estate licenses in Governor of Florida in four states, Annie Lee 1905 and to the U.S. Senate in 1910. also holds the title of Mrs. Florida from “She endured many hardships as a 1956 and was First Runner Up to Mrs. child of the depression, but it gave her a America, winning the Miss Congeniality great appreciation of life, which she award in the contest. Fifteen years ago, passed on to all of her children,” said she moved to Lithia and has stayed Morris. active with the Silver Sneakers program Annie Lee married football star through the YMCA. She also enjoys Charlie Tate, who coached teams at the growing her own vegetables and watchUniversity of Miami and Georgia Tech ing the animals that surround her Lithia and went on to work for the New Orleans home, where she still lives independently. Saints and the Buffalo Bills. He was also “One of the greatest things my mothinducted into the State of Florida Athletic er ever told me was to enjoy my life,” said Hall of Fame. Morris. “She said that the biggest mistake Shortly after they married, Charlie left you can make is putting a time frame on for World War II where he served in the how long you think you are going to live. United States Navy in the South Pacific. It is important to enjoy every moment.”
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Community Pet Project Provides Goods And Supplies To Homeless Pet Owners
Valrico Resident Selected For Jersey College Mission Trip To Puerto Rico
Community Pet these pets are the only Project (CPP) began in family that these people June 2017 as a division have. They become the of a local rescue organionly reason these people zation. Their mission is to get up in the morning.” provide for the pets of the CPP has been invited homeless and at-risk resito attend the Homeless dents of Hillsborough Outreach Events that are County. They distribute sponsored and coordinatfood, treats, collars, ed by the Hillsborough leashes, flea preventaCounty Sheriff’s tive, wormer, grooming Department, the Tampa supplies, toys and inforPolice Department, Temple mation regarding veteriTerrace Police and law nary care and low-cost enforcement from the airspay and neuter surgerPhotos courtesy of CPP port. This is where CPP ies as well as transporta- CPP has helped over 450 pets distributes supplies and since 2017. CPP provides for tion to and from the surthe pets of the homeless and food to the pet owners. In gery, if needed. between quarterly events, at-risk residents of Hillsborough County. In June 2018, they keep in contact with Community Pet Project Inc. became a clients to see if they need anything else, 501(c)(3) nonprofit, standing on its own. and clients can also reach out to CPP at Their vision is to keep the pets happy and any time if they are in need. They currenthealthy and out of the already overpopuly have 18 active volunteers. lated county shelter. According to Collister, CPP is always CPP has helped over 450 pets with looking for support from community memeverything from food and flea meds, to bers and businesses as well as more volreferrals for medical care. They rely 100 unteers. “If you are able to help, even percent on donations from the community with a small donation of cash, gift card, and local businesses that believe in their product or service, it would be greatly mission.They also hold fundraisers appreciated,” said Collister. “If you are throughout the year. interested, let us know. You can help us “Many people believe that if you can’t make a difference in a pet’s life and in afford your pet, you shouldn’t have one,” your community.” said CPP volunteer Mary Collister. “What For more information, and for a list of we fail to remember is that we don’t know event dates, you can visit www.communithe reason behind them becoming home- typetproject.org. You can also follow CPP less and we should give them credit for on Facebook at www.facebook.com/comnot turning their backs on their pets. We munitypetproject and on Instagram also fail to remember that many times CommunityPetProject).
Jersey Director and College, a nationNurses from ally accredited priHospital General vate institution of Castañer. higher learning, “Having selected Brittany been interested Jacobs from its in and involved Largo campus in the healthcare and Valrico resicommunity for dent Brandon much of my Joseph from its adult life, I am Tampa campus, honored that I both current stuwas chosen to Valrico resident Brandon Joseph, a student at work alongside dents of the Jersey College, recently served on a nursing Professional the brave nursmission trip in Castañer, Puerto Rico. Nursing program, es, doctors and as well as Barbara Milot, an alumnus of staff at Hospital General Castañer,” the program at the Largo campus, to said Brandon Joseph, student at Jersey serve on the college’s nursing mission College Tampa. trip. “In the two years as a student at A group of 10 students and alumni Jersey College, I’ve grown in areas of representing each of Jersey College’s professionalism, respect, integrity, six campuses throughout New Jersey diversity and excellence,” said Brittany and Florida traveled to Castañer, Jacobs, student at Jersey College Puerto Rico on a nursing mission trip Largo. “To be afforded this opportunity from May 5-11. In Puerto Rico, each to work alongside well-respected docstudent and alumni mentor will spent at tors, nurses and staff at Hospital least seven to eight hours per day at General Castañer, will give me the Hospital General Castañer assisting opportunity to demonstrate pride and doctors and nurses in areas such as allow me to grow even more as a proEmergency Room triage, Pediatrics, fessional nurse.” and Infection Control. The small village To be selected for the trip, nursing of Castañer was severely impacted by students from Jersey College submitted Hurricane Maria in 2017 leaving thouessays explaining how they have sands of people dead across Puerto demonstrated Jersey College’s values Rico, and wiped away homes and of ‘PRIDE’ (Professionalism, Respect, farms, and destroyed the electrical grid. Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence). During the trip, students had an opporFor more information about Jersey tunity to assist the community through College and its nursing mission trip, home care visits with the Medical visit www.jerseycollege.edu.
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Local Resident Is In Need Of A Helping Paw From A Service Dog
By Taylor Wells
Crystal Hook needs help to get the service dog that will make her life easier. You can help her by attending the fundraiser, donating online or through mailing a check in her name.
Local Resident Crystal Hook, age 28, was born with developmental delays, is nonverbal and is 90 percent blind. She has trouble with everyday life because her disabilities, such as having tantrums over walking or going to the restroom, and they have left her without friends due to being unable to connect well with others. Hook is need of someone to help her through daily problems and give her the warmth and comfort of companionship, so what better than man’s best friend? A service dog, will not only assist Hook with her blindness and mobility problems, it will also be a source of stability and emotional support for her. She might be also able to form new connections with people due to her service dog acting as a social bridge. Her mother, Gerri Schulz, wishes to get a facilitated guide dog through 4 Paws For Ability, a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization seeking to provide disabled children and veterans with quality service dogs and wants to educate the public on
the use of service dogs in public places. However, service dogs come at a hefty price; in this case, $17,000. For her daughter to get the service dog she needs, Schulz seeks donations from the community. On April 29, Chipotle at 103 Brandon Town Center in Brandon held a fundraiser for Hook’s cause. Thirty-three percent of all proceeds from people who said they were supporting Hook or had the fundraiser flyer went to 4 Paws For Ability. On Monday, June 24 from 4-10 p.m., there will be another fundraiser at the Texas Roadhouse restaurant located at 13006 S. US 301 in Riverview. Be sure to present the fundraiser flyer (printed or on your mobile device) so that 10 percent of your food purchases will be donated to Service Dog For Crystal Hook. You can find a copy of the flyer at https://www.facebook.com/events/406465 840199733/?active_tab=discussion. Schulz said she wants to help her daughter get out in the community. “The dog would be there in case she ends up having not a very good day like most of use usually do,” she added. “The dog would be there for support and for guidance to help her out…the dog would be her eyes to be able to see.” To help Hook, you can visit https://4pawsforability.org/crystal-hook/ and donate at https://4pawsforability.org/donate-now/. Make sure to put Hook’s name in the donation; the instructions on how are on www.authorize.net. You can also mail a check with Hook’s name on the memo line to: 4 Paws For Ability, In Honor of Crystal Hook, 253 Dayton Ave., Xenia, Ohio 45385.
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Weathering Hurricane Season Takes Good Planning And Preparation Hurricanes are among nature's most powerful and destructive storms. On average, 12 tropical storms, six of which become hurricanes, form over the Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea or the Gulf of Mexico during the hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30 each year. Significant impacts are not only caused by major hurricanes so do not let the strength of it be the only factor when planning for the storm. Since 2010, Category 1 hurricanes have caused 175 direct deaths and over $100 billion in damage in the U.S. The County Emergency Management stresses not to focus on the exact forecasted track and listen to local officials. For more information, go to weather.gov and click on the Tampa Bay area. Hurricane names for Atlantic storms this year include Andrea, Barry, Chantal, Dorian, Erin, Fernand, Gabrielle, Humberto, Imelda, Jerry, Karen, Lorenzo, Melissa, Nestor, Olga, Pablo, Rebekah, Sebastien, Tanya, Van and Wendy.
Before The Storm
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pumps will not operate without electricity. Secure your boat early. Drawbridges will be closed to boat traffic after an evacuation order is issued. Get cash. Banks and ATMs will not operate during power outages. Few stores will be able to accept credit cards or personal checks. Hurricane season is now upon us and it is important for you to make your plans today.
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nated. Cover the filtration system. Protect your windows and glass doors with plywood or storm shutters. Brace double entry and garage doors at the top and bottom. Never sweep or blow yard leaves, pine needles, grass clippings or soil into the street or stormwater system. This clogs up the stormwater pipes and prevents water from draining. If there is a chance flooding could threaten your home, move important items such as electronics, antiques and furniture off the floor. Fill your car’s gas tank and check its oil, fluids, and tires. Gas
Hillsborough County Emergency managers urge residents to prepare for the worst by having a plan before a hurricane or tropical storm strikes. Here are four steps to help with your planning: Step 1: Put together a plan by discussing these four questions with your family, friends or household to start your emergency plan: shelter plan, evacuation route, a family/household communication plan and also how you will receive emergency alerts and warnings. Step 2: Consider specific needs in your household. As you prepare your plan, tailor your plans and supplies to your specific daily living needs and responsibilities. Discuss your needs and responsibilities and how people in the network can assist each other with communication, care of children, business, pets or specific needs like the operation of durable medical equipment. Create your own personal network for specific areas where you need
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assistance. Keep in mind the different ages of members within your household, responsibilities for assisting others, locations frequented, dietary needs, medical needs including prescriptions and equipment, disabilities or access and functional needs including devices and equipment, languages spoken, cultural and religious considerations, pets or service animals and households with school-aged children. All five storm surge fatalities in Hurricane Michael last year were over the age of 60 years. Have a plan to assist the elderly and others most vulnerable. Step 3: Fill out a Family Emergency Plan. You can download and fill out a plan from www.fema.gov/medialibrary/assets/documents/133447 or use them as a guide to create your own. Step 4: Practice your plan with your family/household. Visit www.ready.gov/make-a-plan for more information.
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People with disabilities, in poor health (either mentally or physically) or those who are without the support of family or friends should plan ahead for
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Flooding And Road Safety After The Storm
an emergency. They may need special assistance from family members, friends, neighbors, or social service agencies. Please ask for help if you need it and volunteer to help those who do. Older adults who are also caregivers may require outside assistance. Excessive stress and anxiety can contribute to increased episodes of illness, particularly for persons with heart disease and other illnesses. If an older adult lives in a nursing home, assisted living facility (ALF) or residential facility, the administrator should be contacted to learn about the disaster plan for that facility.
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Avoid standing water as it may contain fecal matter, bacteria and viruses. Do not drive through moving or standing water. Water as shallow as two ft. deep can disable most vehicles. Nonfunctioning traffic signals should be treated as four-way stops. Avoid downed power lines; always assume they are live. Watch for workers repairing surfaces and follow all directional instructions and detour signs. Over half of the water-related fatalities during the 2016-18 hurricane seasons were vehicle-related. You can sign up at HCFL Alert, www.HCFLgov.net, Hillsborough County’s official mass notification system which is designed to keep you informed about emergencies and certain non-emergency events. By registering, you will receive time-sensitive, important messages from the County. Visit www.hillsboroughcounty.org/en/residents/public-safety/emergency-management/find-evacuation-information to determine if you are in an evacuation zone. For post-disaster assistance, call Emergency Management at 272-6900.
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Two Candidates Help Local Charities During Annual Honorary Mayor Race
By Kate Quesada
Brandon area residents have many opportunities to help those less fortunate in the area over the next few weeks. The annual Brandon Honorary Mayor’s Race, hosted by The Community Roundtable, will take place from June 1 until 8 a.m. on July 4, offering a Donelle White (L) and Angie Kagey (R) are running for the wide variety of fundraiscoveted titled of Honorary Mayor of Brandon this year. ing events with 100 pernight is also cent of profits going to scheduled for local charities chosen by June 11, a the candidates. Clay Shoot for According to The June 15, a Community Round bunco for June Table President Janine 18, Spirit Night Nickerson, this is the at Chipotle on 60th year the Honorary June 25, Tea Mayor’s Race has taken and Fashion place in Brandon with all Show on June money raised going 29 and Family directly to local charities. The first Honorary Mayor’s Race took place Fun Night at “Although we call it 60 years ago. Brandon High School teacher The Alley on Nat Storms took home the title after raising a mayor’s race, there Sunday, June $500 with the campaign slogan “A Pig for really is no loser,” said 30. Every Pot.” Nickerson. “Our commuFor info about Kagey’s events, nity and the charities are all winners.” search for Angie4Mayor on Facebook or Money can be raised by candidates email her at akagey@whatisimpact.com. through fundraising throughout the month The second candidate, Brandon resiof June and the first three days of July. dent Donelle White, is well known in the The candidate who raises the most Brandon community for her involvement money during that time is named with local charities. Honorary Mayor right before Brandon’s Her sponsoring organization for the annual Fourth of July Parade. They then race is The Kiwanis Club of Greater ride in the parade. The first winner, 60 Brandon, a group with which she has years ago, was Brandon High School been involved for two years. Her camteacher Nat Storms, who raised a total of paign is also benefiting The Forgotten $500. The most money raised by a single Angel Foundation, a group that helps chilcandidate was Chuck Burgess, who dren as they age out of the foster system, earned the title in 2016 by raising and the Brandon Junior Women’s Club $100,500. which gives a holiday party to 100 needy This year, two residents have children every year. stepped up to vie for the title and raise “Through my campaign I intend to money for their favorite charities. further the missions of my three charities Angie Kagey, executivedDirector of by improving our greater Brandon comImpact Program, Inc., is running to raise munity and working hand in hand with funds for Impact and Soles Shaping them to make a difference in children’s Souls. “I decided to join the race as a way lives,” said White, an attorney with The to bring community awareness and finan- Brandon Legal Group. cial resources to the selected charities as White has a number of exciting well as support our community by events lined up to raise money for her increasing my involvement,” said Kagey. charities. Starting with a Campaign KickImpact Program, Inc.’s mission is to Off event on June 1 at Gran Agave promote healthy living and relationships Mexican restaurant in Riverview, followed to teens through various targeted proby a Trivia with the Candidate night at grams. O’Brien’s Irish Pub on June 3, a Coach Soles Shaping Souls was founded Bag Bingo event at The Bridges Assisted last year by Camden Grant, a student at Living in Riverview on June 11, a Flag Newsome High School. Grant started the Day Golf Outing at Summerfield Crossing charity as a donation drive with the hopes Golf Club on June 14 and Hambingo at of gaining enough funds to provide the Touch Martini Bar on June 17, there is students at Booker T. Washington something for everyone. Elementary with a new pair of shoes To follow her events, search for each. Donelle White for Honorary Mayor of Kagey has arranged eight events to Brandon on Facebook or email take place during the mayor’s race to donelle.white@brandonlegalgroup.com. raise funds for her charities. After a kickoff For information on The Community event on Sunday June 2, the campaign Roundtable, visit will host a Coach Bingo at The Barn at www.TheCommunityRoundtable.org or Winthrop on Thursday, June 6. A movie call 661-4350.
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County Opens Nominations For ELAPP Land Preservation Projects
Pastor Of FishHawk Fellowship Church Follows God's Call To Mississippi
Hillsborough nomination, but land County is hopis only purchased ing to do somefrom willing sellers. thing to help After nominakeep green tion, properties go space in through an assessSouthShore ment process to despite the popdetermine environulation growth mental significance the area is Hillsborough County is currently accepting and selected sites applications for land to be considered for experiencing. go to the Board of purchase under the Environmental Lands From now until County Acquisition and Protection Program. June 30, resiCommissioners for dents are encouraged to nominate approval. The land that is approved for land to be considered for purchase purchase is bought using bonds issued under the Environmental Lands as part of a 2008 referendum. Acquisition and Protection Program “Factors that qualify property for (ELAPP). possible purchase include land that is According to Hillsborough County comprised of mostly native flora and spokesperson Todd Pratt, the ELAPP fauna, provides habitat for state or fedprotects and preserves endangered, erally listed species, has unique geoenvironmentally sensitive lands in logic features, helps protect water Hillsborough County. Most of the propquality, or links with other protected erty purchased through the program is lands to form habitat corridors,” said eventually opened for passive public Pratt. use such as hiking or bird watching. According to Pratt, the county has Local lands now protected that have been purchasing land through this probeen purchased through the program gram since 1988 and to date, the include Riverview’s Alafia Scrub Nature ELAPP Program has acquired, conPreserve, Bell Creek Nature Preserve, tracted or participated in the preservaRhodine Scrub Nature Preserve and tion of about 61,811 acres of land. Triple Creek Nature Preserve. Nominations at www.hillsborough“The purpose is to conserve and county.org and should be submitted to: protect environmentally unique, irreEnvironmental Lands Acquisition placeable and valued ecological and Protection Program, Conservation resources,” said Pratt. & Environmental Lands Management Residents, land owners, communi- Department, Bell Creek Administrative ty associations and government agenOffice, 10490 McMullen Rd. Riverview, cies can nominate land and there is no FL 33569. fee or obligation associated with the Call 672-7876.
“Nothing about “Every time, and this move makes any with every big step, sense,” said Pastor God just seems to David Whitten to the bless, and so in light of FishHawk Fellowship all that Jesus has done Church (FFC) confor my family, how gregation during the could we not say Sunday worship serv‘YES?’” ices on May 5. On May 12, Pastor Whitten Pastor Whitten was referring to a preached at Temple Pastor David Whitten is picpotential move to Baptist Church. At tured with his wife, Melissa, Hattiesburg, the end of the servand their children. He served as the Mississippi, where he ice, a congregational senior pastor for FishHawk Fellowship Church for 15 years. would serve as senior vote was taken and pastor at Temple Baptist Church, a wellvoted Pastor Whitten to serve as its next known but plateaued church near the senior pastor with an approval rate of University of Southern Mississippi. 99.4 percent (1287-7). According to Pastor Whitten, “It all Pastor Whitten concluded his ministry started with a phone call back in at FFC on May 31. He and his family will November 2018. We weren’t looking to take a few weeks to rest and say goodleave nor seeking out other opportunibye and then move mid-summer to ties,” explained Pastor Whitten. “After all, Mississippi. FishHawk Fellowship Church is an amazAs far as the future of FFC, he ing place where we’ve been honored to remarked that the church's future is serve at for the last 15 years. We just exceptionally bright as it is debt-free and wanted to be open to what God might has a new facility to offer many exciting have in store for us because every time ministry opportunities. we've taken a huge step of faith for "Leaving is bittersweet for sure, but Jesus, God has blessed.” even though it doesn't make sense, we According to Pastor Whitten’s May 5 leave here with life-long friends, peace sermon, those steps of faith included, and with much appreciation for the opporamong others things, moving from tunity to be a part of the story of Alabama to Florida in 2001 to serve at FishHawk Fellowship Church…a story Bell Shoals Baptist Church; transitioning that is far from complete.” to lead FFC in 2004; adopting their Regular weekday and weekend minyoungest daughter, Madison, from China istries will continue as planned with the in 2012; as well as, giving about six other pastors and staff leading the way. months of living expenses to the church's For more information, visit www.fishhawkbuilding campaign in February 2016. fc.org or contact 655-7431.
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Creekside Church To Construct Multimillion Dollar Campus On Lithia Pinecrest By Foundation Christian AcademyBy Amanda Boston
On the morning of Sunday, April 28, Creekside Church of Christ broke ground on its property located on Lithia Pinecrest Rd. A ceremony was held commemorating the next step as the plan for the multimillion dollar campus becomes palpable. Formerly known as Bell Shoals Church of Christ, the church changed its name in preparation of its move from Bell Shoals Ave. to Lithia Pinecrest Rd. The new church campus will be located adjacent to Foundation Christian Academy, which was founded by Creekside Church in 1992. The groundbreaking ceremony was well attended by the church’s past, present and future leaders. The day began with a worship service in Foundation Christian Academy’s gymnasium and ended with an outdoor ceremony that included prayer, song and stories from church leaders. "We've been planning this for years, and God has opened many doors that now allow us to break ground,” said Rex Dutton, the Pulpit Minister. “The campus style complex will include an office and benevolence building, an education complex, a family life center and a worship center. This is truly going to be 'A Place for Everybody.' We want to make sure the campus benefits and touches every person in this community."
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Pictured are the church elders (left to right), Rob Hight, Todd Mikula, Dwight Eppler, Todd Beggs and Robert Clouse. Elder Lew Henson was not able to be present.
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A Safe Boating Season Begins With Safety Classes Offered By USCG Flotilla 74
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All boaters are Federal and State safety encouraged to have requirements. Upon a safe and enjoypassing, your vessel will able boating seareceive a 2019 VSC son. Flotilla 74, (Vessel Safety Check) Brandon of the U.S. sticker. Coast Guard Life Jackets Auxiliary encourVessels 16 ft. or longer ages all boaters to must have one ‘throwhave a safe and able’ Type IV PFD enjoyable 2019 (Personal Flotation summer boating Device) that is USCG season. approved and immediTwo Boating ately available. Florida Safety classes, law states that children taught by Galen under 6 years old must Galen Johnson, commander of Johnson, a USCG wear a USCG approved Flotilla 74 Brandon of the U.S. Master Licensed Coast Guard Auxiliary encourages life jacket at all times on boating safety classes. Captain and any vessel less than 26 Coxswain and ft. in length that is underCommander of Flotilla 74 way in Florida waters. Brandon of the U.S. Coast Federal law states children Guard Auxiliary, are under 13 must wear an offered locally. appropriate Coast GuardA one-day class is approved PFD, unless they offered on the second are below decks or in an Saturday of each month. A enclosed cabin.” more comprehensive 13It is dangerous and illeweek course on Boating gal to operate a vessel Skills and Seamanship is while under the influence of offered on a rotating basis alcohol or other intoxicants. every Monday. When Have a designated operator completing one of the for your vessel who will not courses, you will receive a drink during your outing. ‘Safe Boaters ID Card,’ Consider limiting alcohol which is a requirement for anyone born consumption of passengers on the on or after January 1, 1988, who will vessel for their safety. be operating a boat in Florida waters The U.S. Coast Guard Safe with an engine of 10 horsepower or Boating app includes state boating more. information; safety equipment checklist; Johnson said, "Safe boating is fun free boating safety check requests; boating. Any time you take a vessel on navigation rules; float plans and calling the water you must be predictable. The features to report pollution or suspionly way to achieve this is training in cious activity and much more. Visit safe boating practices." https://uscgboating.org/mobile for all of The Flotilla has resources availits features. able to serve and assist boaters. For information on Flotilla 74, call Certified Vessel Examiners are 644-2894 or visit www.uscgboating.org available to look your vessel over to or https://myfwc.com/boating/safetymake sure that your vessel meets education for boating safety.
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Create Lifetime Memories By Hosting A French Student This Summer
By Michelle Colesanti
Would you like Anyone can to enjoy new culturparticipate al experiences this although it does summer without help if you have leaving Florida? children at home. A group of What better way to teenage students expose your chilfrom France are dren to internationexcited to be travelal people, ideas ing to our area for and language? three weeks this It is not necessummer, ready to sary to have kids share cultural You family will share cultural exchanges and the same age as memories that will last a lifetime by hosting a the students as the exchanges and French student this summer. create meaningful students love havmemories and lifetime ing younger sibfriendships that will lings. You are also span across both welcome to host countries. even without chilTampa dren in the houseCoordinator Pearl hold. Chiarenza said, “ECI (Exchange Cultural “The host families do not need to International) is a program that allows stu- speak English as English is a second landents from France to visit Florida during guage for the students. the summer to help improve their Families who have participated in the English.” past have enjoyed the experience,” noted The students will arrive on Saturday, Chiarenza. July 6 and will stay through Thursday, During their visit, students will also July 25. get together as a group to visit Busch Host families are needed from the Gardens, Universal Studios, a water park area to welcome students into their and an overnight trip to Miami. Host famihome. lies are also welcome on all of the field Students will participate with the host trips except to Miami. family in any activities that you would norStudents need to be placed by mally do while they are visiting. Some Sunday, July 1. Please call 449-3308 or fun activities you might plan could include email ecitampa@hotmail.com for more Escape Rooms, Segway Tours, Miniature information or if you would like to host a Golfing, Pinot’s Palette, Top Golf, iFly as student. well as visiting places like the beach, Bok For more information on ECI, visit Tower or county and state parks. https://eciusa.org/.
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Professional Storyteller Inspires Students At Schools And Libraries By Kate Quesada dents regularly meet after school. Some of the clubs’ members have gone on to compete in annual local and state storytelling festivals. “Some are really, really good,” he said. “It is powerful to watch.” Campbell became interested in storytelling after seeing another performer during a school field trip. “I was captivated and decided I needed to learn how to tell stories the same way,” said Campbell, whose favorite tales come from a storytelling book
Over his 40-year career as a teacher, Windell Campbell has touched the lives of countless students. But 25 years ago, he found his passion and has been using it as a way to reach local children ever since. Campbell is a professional oral storyteller who travels all over the state visiting libraries for summer reading programs in addition to running after-school clubs in two elementary local schools. During the summer programs, he performs some of his favorite stories, usually from folk and fairy tales, and Local elementary teacher Windell Campbell is a teaches the children how to professional storyteller who will visit libraries throughout Hillsborough County this summer to present themselves, giving host Summer Reading Programs. their own interpretations to the literature. called Sody Sallyratus. “The main goal of the summer A Valrico resident for many years, program is to inspire children to pick during which time he taught at Alafia up and check out books,” said Elementary and Mulrennan Middle Campbell. “There are many other schools, Campbell often performs at wonderful side effects too though.” the Bloomingdale Regional Library Through the sessions children and plans to visit libraries all over also learn the structure of stories and Hillsborough County this summer. how to perform them using gestures “My wife, Pam Lewis, has been a and tone. great support in not only my story“They also master how to stand telling career but also in forty years up and perform in front of a group of of teaching,” said Campbell. “Without people, a skill that will benefit them her, I could not have managed cominto adulthood,” said Campbell. bining my two careers in such a “When they are successful it gives meaningful way.” them confidence, makes them feel To learn more about Campbell, accomplished and inspires them to who also performs for birthday parlearn more.” ties and church groups, email him at A teacher of gifted studies at windell.campbell@verizon.net or call Plant City’s Cork Elementary, 684-3819. For a schedule of summer Campbell also holds Storytelling programs at local libraries, visit Clubs at two local schools where stu- www.hcplc.org.
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Tampa Bay To Host Warrior Games For The First Time, Events At Alafia State Park Locally The Warrior Games, for the first time ever, will be hosted by the U.S. Special Operations Command in Tampa, and will have more than 300 wounded, ill or injured activeduty and veteran military athletes compete from June 21-30. Events will be held at MacDill Air Force Base, Amalie Arena, the Tampa Convention Center and USF’s Yeungling Center in addition to other locations around Tampa. This year, Warrior Games athletes will represent members of the United States Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Special Operations Command, athletes from the U.K. Armed Forces, Australian Defence Force, Canadian Armed Forces, Armed Forces of the Netherlands and the Danish Armed Forces. Team members are military service members or veterans with upperbody, lower-body, and spinal cord injuries; traumatic brain injuries; visual impairment; serious illnesses; and post-traumatic stress disorder. “Our game here will look more like Chicago. Chicago is the first time we really brought it to a major urban setting,” said
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Friday, June 21 Golf Prelim, Eagles Golf Course 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Saturday, June 22 Track, University of South Florida 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Golf Finals, Eagles Golf Course 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Mountain Bike Demonstration, Alafia State Park 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Opening Ceremony, Amalie Arena 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Sunday, June 23 Field, University of South Florida 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Wheelchair Tennis, University of South Florida 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Cycling Time Trial, Bayshore Boulevard 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 NOON Monday, June 24 Archery Prelim, Tampa Convention Center 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Powerlifting, Tampa Convention Center 2:00 – 8:00 p.m. Wheelchair Basketball Prelim, Tampa Convention Center 3:00 – 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 25 Archery Finals, Tampa Convention Center 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Indoor Rowing, Tampa Convention Center 2:00 – 8:00 p.m. Wheelchair Basketball Prelim, Tampa Convention Center 3:00 – 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 26 Cycling Road Race, MacDill Air Force Base 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Wheelchair Rugby Prelim, Tampa Convention Center 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Sitting Volleyball Prelim, Tampa Convention Center 3:00 – 8:00 p.m. Thursday, June 27 Shooting Prelim, Tampa Convention Center 7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Wheelchair Rugby Prelim, Tampa Convention Center 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Sitting Volleyball Prelim, Tampa Convention Center 3:00 – 8:00 p.m. Friday, June 28 Shooting Finals, Tampa Convention Center 7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Wheelchair Rugby Finals, Tampa Convention Center 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Wheelchair Basketball Finals, Tampa Convention Center 3:00 – 8:00 p.m. Saturday, June 29 Swimming, Long Aquatic Center 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Sunday, June 30 Wheelchair Volleyball Finals, Yuengling Center 12:00 NOON. – 4:00 p.m. Closing Ceremonies, Amalie Arena 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Army Col. Cary Harbaugh, U.S. Special Operations Command Warrior Games 2019 director. “It’s heartwarming for your wounded warriors when they see big crowds out there cheering them on as they play these games.” Athletes will compete in 14 events, including archery, wheelchair basketball,
road cycling, time-trial cycling, field, golf, powerlifting, indoor rowing, wheelchair rugby, shooting, sitting volleyball, swimming, track and wheelchair tennis. For the first time in Warrior Games history, golf, wheelchair rugby and wheelchair tennis will be introduced. The 2019 DoD Warrior Games is
open to the public. All are invited to attend, support and honor U.S. and international wounded warriors as they overcome adversity through sports. Created in 2010, the DoD Warrior Games introduce wounded, ill and injured service members and veterans to paralympic-style adaptive sports. The Warrior Games showcase the resilient spirit of today’s wounded, ill or injured service members from all branches of the military. These athletes have overcome significant physical and behavioral injuries and prove that life can continue after becoming wounded, ill or injured. To mark the occasion, Warrior Games athletes and coaches, will gather with USSOCOM and community leaders in downtown Tampa for sports and equipment demonstrations, including a wheelchair basketball exhibition and a demonstration by the ParaCommandos, USSOCOM’s premier aerial parachute demonstration team. Attendees will also hear from General Raymond A. Thomas III, Commander of U.S. Special Operations Command. For more information, visit DODWarriorGames.com.
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Resident Turns 102 Years Young
By Janet Noah
Brandon Adult-Living Residents And Young Children Benefit From ‘Hope’s Therapy’
By Franka Potter
Nancy Wolf at age 27 with her two sons.
What is the secret to turning 102 years young? If you ask Nancy Wolf, who celebrated her birthday on May 9, she will tell you it was all the years she lived on a ranch in Boynton Beach, Florida. “We raised cattle, chickens, and turkeys and grew our own vegetables,” Nancy answered. Nancy was born in 1917 when a postage stamp was 2 cents, the Chicago White Sox won the World Series and the U.S. entered WWI. She was born in Columbia, South Carolina and was the youngest of six children. After her mother died when she was a baby, Nancy’s father moved her and her two older siblings with him to Miami. Nancy married when she was 16 years old and by age 21, she had given birth to two sons. When the U.S. entered WWII in 1939, Nancy began working for the Defense Department on their military airplanes in Miami. At the young age of 27, Nancy became a widow. Two years later she married Charles Wolf and moved to a
Nancy Wolf at age 102.
ranch in Boynton Beach. She and her husband had another son and raised the three boys on the ranch. Nancy and Charles loved to dance. “We were very active dancers and enjoyed modern square dancing and line dancing,” Nancy shared. “I was also a roller-skater, back in the day.” Nancy shared a memorable experience when she met Babe Ruth while both were in the waiting room at a doctor’s office in N. Miami Beach. For the past several years Nancy has resided at The Bridges Assisted Living Community in Riverview to be near her son David. She keeps a busy schedule at The Bridges attending musical performances, Coffee Club and shopping trips. She enjoys her nine grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. The Bridges Assisted Living Community is located at 11202 Dewhurst Dr. in Riverview. For more information, please visit https://bridgesretirement.com/.
Brandon resithey pet her.”, said dents and high Paulette. school sweetLinda Kelly, hearts, Paulette activities assistant at and Robert Speirs, Hawthorne Village now married for Retirement more than 47 Community, added years, recently that pet therapy has decided to give so many physical back to the comand mental benefits munity through for Hawthorne’s resi‘Hope’s Therapy.’ dents. “Since Hope Hope, who is a has been coming to pointer/hound mix our facility, we have rescue dog that seen tremendous was saved by the improvements in Speirs approximany of our resimately five years dents. Everyone ago, has since waits with anticipaHope is a Therapy Dog that works with reschanged the lives idents at Hawthorne Village and students at tion for Tuesdays. of many residents Cimino and B.T. Washington Elementary Hope is kind, gentle School. of the Hawthorne and attentive. She Village Retirement Community and puts a smile on everyone’s faces,” said countless elementary school children. Kelly. Hope is a certified Therapy Dog that Students at B.T. Washington is registered with ‘Paws for Friendship’ Elementary and students from Ciminio and ‘Paws for Reading’. Elementary get to spend some time Paulette Speirs said, “I believe reading aloud with Hope and the ‘Hope’s Therapy’ is a calling we received Speirs. Small groups of children attend to help people in need.” these sessions to aid in developing their Hope has four therapy sessions reading skills. weekly, every Tuesday, at Hawthorne’s “The goal of these sessions with the Assisted Living Facilities and children is simple, it is to build reading Hawthorne’s Nursing Home. There, confidence and fluency,” according to the Hope spends quality time with the resiSpeirs. Hope sits with the children and dents, and she is fed doggie treats. attentively listens as the children take “From the time Hope walks in, she turns reading aloud to their furry friend. greets everyone with barks and the resiFor more information about ‘Hope’s dent’s faces just light up. She will lie on Therapy,’ please call Paulette Speirs their laps or gently sit by their side while at 685-1049.
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Meet Your Local Florida State House Of Representatives
By Kathy L. Collins
The Florida House of River, is represented by Representatives is the lower Adam Hattersley, a small house of the Florida business owner from Legislature. The state is Brandon. Hattersley is a divided into 120 districts. Democrat who was elected Legislative districts are in 2018. drawn on the basis of popuHattersley said, “We lation. The numbers are are here to serve House taken from the United District 59 and to keep our States decennial census. residents informed about In the Greater Brandon what is happening in area, we are represented by Tallahassee that will affect three state representatives their daily lives. Our job is in Districts 57, 58 and 59. to help, listen to, and repreDistrict 57, which covers sent you with integrity and a large swath of transparency. I have lived Hillsborough County that here for over 10 years and includes Lithia, Valrico, understand the issues that Riverview, Gibsonton, Apollo our communities face.” Lawrence McClure, a resident of Adam Hattersley, a resident of Beach, Sun City Center and Mike Beltran, a resident of Lithia, Hattersley’s local office represents the people who reside Dover, represents the people who Brandon, represents the people who Wimauma, is represented by is located at 11252 in District 57. reside in District 58. reside in District 59. Mike Beltran, a resident of His district secretary is Jeffrey McClure said, “Serving in the Winthrop Main St. Ste. B in Lithia. Beltran, a Republican, was Hawes and his local legislative office Florida House of Representatives is Riverview. The phone number is 657elected in 2018. is located at 3618 Erindale Dr. in an honor, and I will continue to work 7781. His district assistant is Cassidy Beltran said, “As the Valrico. The phone number is 653hard to serve the people of District Whitaker and his legislative aide is Representative of District 57, I am 7097. The office is open Monday 58. Amy Bolick. dedicated to the Constitution, and through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. McClure’s local legislative office While home, Hattersley is planlaw is one of the most important To stay updated on the events is located at 110 W. Reynolds St. in ning events including Town Halls and things to me professionally.” Beltran Beltran is holding or attending, you Plant City. Amy Carpenter is his other community events over the added, “I believe that representing can follow him on Facebook. District Assistant and Kyle Langan is summer. the people of District 57 goes beyond District 58, which covers the his Legislative Aide. The office phone You can access current informathe time constraints of the legislative areas of Dover, Seffner and Plant number is 757-9110. McClure said, tion on legislation and other matters session.” city, is represented by Dover resi“Our office provides assistance to our taken up by the Florida House of Beltran is an attorney who pracdent, Lawrence McClure. He is a constituents on matters or issues Representatives by visiting tices in the areas of business, Republican who was elected in a dealing with state agencies and govhttp://www.myfloridahouse.gov. To employment, construction, real special election in 2017 and then reernment departments.” find your elected official, please visit estate, securities, shareholder diselected in 2018. McClure is a busiDistrict 59, which covers www.votehillsborough.org and click putes and creditor rights. ness consultant. Riverview, Brandon, Valrico and Palm on Candidates.
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G ET THE DIRT WITH FLORIDA YARD EXPERT
Lynn Barber, Hillsborough County Extension
Limitations To Lazy Gardening; Save Time And Dollars Last month, my article covered how you can have a beautiful garden while maintaining a lazy gardener lifestyle. This month it is about the limitations to lazy gardening. Mulch: Takes a little work to put it down but saves a lot of time and effort in the long run. Regulates soil temperature, adds organic value, inhibits weeds, and retains soil moisture. Pine bark, pine straw/needles, Eucalyptus, Melaleuca and leaves are good options. Cypress is not because when cypress stands are cut down for mulching, the habitat of native birds and animals is destroyed. Fertilizing: Use slow release fertilizer every three to four months per label. To be really lazy, do not fertilize until you are sure of light rain for activation. Waterbased fertilizers leach through the soil after rain or irrigation. The University of Florida recommends fertilizing turfgrass two to three times per year. Leaving grass clippings on your turf means you can decrease one fertilization needing one to two, saving you both time and dollars. Why Prune? Reasons to prune include training the plant to grow in a certain direction and improving health by removing diseased stems, which opens the interior space, creating better air circulation. Pruning also increases flowering, allowing for bigger fruit on some types and more abundant foliage. It can also restrict growth and keep the plant in the boundary of available space. And, you can deadhead to reduce pruning. War on Weeds: A weed is the wrong plant in the right place, right plant/wrong place, or a plant with nine lives. Using mulch (depth of two to three inches after it settles) helps. If you chose to fight the weed war, you can cover weeds with newspapers to smother them and/or point, aim, and squeeze with an environmentally-friendly weed killer spray. Pests: Biting, Sucking and Chewing! We have aphids, caterpillars, slugs, snails, scale and spider mites. Less than one per cent of all bugs are bad bugs. “When we kill off the natural enemies of a pest, we inherit their work,” said Professor Carl Huffaker, Ph.D. (entomology/ecolo-
gy). The first step, however, is to properly identify the insect to be sure it is a pest versus a beneficial insect. If you must, use a nonchemical and least toxic product. Spot treat plants as needed, not the entire landscape. Lazy Pest Management (LPM) Alternatives: Murder by Hand Methods: Use two pinching fingers to squish pests; hard spray with water; and/or prune off infested sections and place those sections in your household trash, not your yard waste which could be recycled elsewhere. For info on non-chemical solutions, go to: https://ffl.ifas.ufl.edu/ffl/managing-yard-pests.html. Inefficient Irrigation: If you have an inground irrigation system, do you have broken heads, plant or other materials blocking the spray pattern, and/or a rain shut-off device that does not work? Do you have program A, B and C set to run subsequently? Are the times set for each irrigation zone appropriate? Is your water bill for more than 20,000 gallons of water per month? If yes, you should talk to Paula Staples, 744-5519 x54142, to see how she may be able to help you decrease your water usage. Right Plant, Wrong Place: You now have the ‘opportunity’ to move the right plant to the right place in your landscape or take the time and expense of replacing it after it dies. Site conditions are very important when making plant selections. Consideration should be given to light (sun/shade), soil pH and texture, water, wind and other conditions. An invasive plant is never the right plant in any place. Not sure if it’s invasive, go to UF/IFAS Assessment of Non-Native Plants in Florida’s Natural Areas: https://assessment.ifas.ufl.edu/. Rewards of laziness: Reading, golfing, sleeping, cooking, crafting, outings with family and friends, more gardening, attending an Extension workshop…your choice! For info, contact the University of Florida/Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Extension Hillsborough County, 744-5519, located at 5339 CR 579 in Seffner, or visit http://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/hillsborough/ or www.facebook.com/HCFFL/.
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Embark On Healthier Lifestyle Through Medi-Weightloss Program
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Located at 203 Society of Bariatric W. Bloomingdale Physicians, regisAve. in Brandon tered dietitians and and serving the other healthcare proTampa Bay area in fessionals to aid her several other locain her weight loss tions, Medijourney with a Weightloss has strongly-founded been dedicated to treatment plan. helping its patients Hicks was reach their health pleased with the goals since 2006, staff’s hands-on and with an average of supportive approach Before After three million to her health journey. pounds lost nation“They will answer wide since its foun- Bay area resident Michelle Hicks was suc- any of my questions, cessfully guided through her health jourdation. motivate me if I was ney by medical professionals at MediBy basing its disappointed in my Weightloss and lost 55 pounds. programs on a ‘balance of education, weekly progress and guide me to next appetite management and exercise activi- steps, if needed. I was always presented ty,’ according to its website, this physiby smiling people, which made me feel cian-supervised weight loss program that they believe in what they are doing. proves to be much more than another The doctor would check in with me often quick-fix treatment. to discuss my progress as I went through Patients can come in for an initial the program,” she said. consultation and treatments are personal“I feel better than ever,” she ized using a patient’s own health profile exclaimed. “My blood pressure and chorather than a generalized treatment. lesterol are in normal range. I feel like I've Through several patient success testirewound the years,” she added. Hicks monies, including that of Brandon resinow enjoys her healthier lifestyle after losdent Michelle Hicks, Medi-Weightloss ing an impressive 55 pounds. continues to gain a wide range of support Medi-Weightloss directs its treatment from clients whose lives were changed approach away from typical fast diets that for the better. are ultimately ineffective and gears Hicks turned to the experts at Meditowards a comprehensive, three-phase Weightloss after unsuccessful attempts to program that will yield stable results for lose weight through self-treatment and patients in the long run. other various diets. After doing her For information, visit research, she was guided by board-certihttps://www.mediweightloss.com/ or call fied physicians who are members of the 877-MED-LOSS.
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2020 TOYOTA COROLLA GETS AN ALLNEW HYBRID MODEL
Bold, new body lines. The styling. Competitive practical cabin is price. Value consissimply laid out tent. And a bullishwith piano-black ness on sedans gloss and metallic and small cars. accents on the Those were the dashboard. Basic claims from Toyota amenities include representatives a/c, cloth seats, during the launch 7-inch touch of the 2020 Corolla screen for audio, COROLLA (L) in Savannah, GA, phone and nav conTires: P195/65R15 recently. Most important trols, 4.2-inch TFT Wheelbase: 106.3 inches in our eyes is the hybrid multimedia screen, Length: 182.3 inches version of the Corolla, a six-way driver Width: 70.1 inches first for the United adjustable and fourHeight: 56.5 inches States. Watch out, sibway front-passenger Fuel capacity: 13.2 gallons ling Prius! seats, USB port, digiWeight: 2,910 pounds The fully tal clock, two front Web site: www.toyota.com redesigned and 12thand rear cup holders, gen compact sedan is available in at least 60/40 rear fold seat, and a manual six trims and three power trains. There’s tilt/telescopic steering column. the 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine developing Dual front and side airbags, driver 139 horsepower @ 6100 rpm and the all- knee airbag, side curtain airbag, vehicle new 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine putting out stability and traction control, four-wheel 169 hp @ 6600 rpm and 151 pounds-feet antilock brakes with electronic brake disof torque @ 4800 rpm. The hybrid is tribution and brake assist, three-point equipped with a 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine seatbelts for all, keyless entry, blind spot mated to two motors/generators for a total monitor, front/rear crumble zones, 121 hp. Depending on the model, you rearview camera, daytime running lights can get the continuous variable transmisand tire pressure monitoring system are sion or a 6-speed manual gear box. standard. The no-cost Toyota Safety Though wheelbase stays the same, Sense 2.0 translates into a pre-collision length and height are down by 0.8 inches system that detects pedestrians, lane and the hood reduced by 1.4 inches from departure assist and dynamic cruise conits predecessor. trol. The retuned MacPherson strut front Folks, this one’s a no-brainer as gas and all-new multilink rear suspension continues to inch toward the $3/gallon (replaces previous torsion beam) soak up range. Base-priced at $19,500 and peakobstacles with ease and maintain stability ing at $25,450, the overhauled Corolla in all types of tricky situations. As always, can get from 29 mpg up to 40 mpg while the electric power steering is precise and the hybrid ekes out 53 mpg. The compact crisp. sedan market is a crowded field, mainly Up front, the new design is sleek, with Honda Civic, Chevy Cruze, VW Golf, sharp and eye-catching. Flanking the Mazda3 and more. But this revamped slim, J-shaped bi-beam LED headlights offer from Toyota, with its agility, good and fog lamps is a rounded nose with a looks, fun-to-drive character and roomithree-dimensional trapezoidal grille, ness, should march ahead of the compesculpted bulging wheel arches and sharp tition.
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You Are Invited To New Horizons Group Homes’ 20 Year Celebration Tea
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For the last aged to become 20 years, New all that God creHorizons Group ated them to Homes has probe,” said Brenda vided homes to Watkins, board developmentally member and disabled men and Parent. women offering “Thankfully, that them a Christianis still the philosobased family phy of New atmosphere. Residents of New Horizons Group Homes are Horizons, and I productive members of society thanks to the A 20th am so thankful skills received and family atmosphere. Join in for that our resianniversary a 20 year Celebration Tea on Saturday, June 8 Celebration Tea from 12 Noon-2 p.m. at First Baptist Church of dents, including Brandon. will take place on our daughter, Saturday, June 8 from 12 Noon-2 p.m. at have become productive members of First Baptist Church of Brandon, located society. They care for each other, enjoy at 216 N. Parsons Ave. in Brandon in the being with each other, and are a blessing dining hall. to so many people, both inside and outCome to celebrate and enjoy deliside of the homes.” cious food, along with a short performBeth Tyree, board member and parance by the resident actors. Men are also ent said that New Horizons has been a encouraged to attend. There will also be huge blessing to her family. “Our daugha drawing for a two-night stay at a local ter has lived there for almost five years, lake home. and in that time, she has become a more New Horizons opened its first home confident and independent young for six ladies, the Mary Lou Creamer woman.” Home, on June 1, 1999. In October 2002, Tickets for the tea cost $25 per perthe Alice Storms Home opened for six son. You can also sponsor a table for men, and in December 2017, the Peter eight for $175. and Brenda Watkins Home opened for Please call Shannon Griffith at 363six additional men. Currently 19 residents 2078 or Brenda Watkins at 653-2466 for call New Horizons home. tickets or more information. “Over 27 years ago, when a group Sponsors for the event are being of people who had a heart for our develsought. You can send a check to New opmentally challenged friends came Horizons Group Homes, 109 E. Clay together to discuss starting homes for Ave., Brandon, FL 33510 and indicate them, we all agreed that they should be that it is to be used to sponsor the tea. Christian-based, family-oriented homes For more, please visit where the residents would be encourhttps://www.newhorizonshomes.org/.
Donatello Italian are the things that set us Restaurant offers a secapart. Our dedication to ond generation familyservice and quality, you owned restaurant that won’t find anywhere else,” takes pride in its Northern said Gino. “Some of our Italian roots, its atmosartwork comes from actual phere and its reputation of Venetian painters. Each taking care of its guests. piece was made for the Opened in Tampa by restaurant. My stepmother Guido Tiozzo and now hand painted the ceiling managed by his son, tiles with gold leaf herself.” Gino, Donatello opened in Tradition is important Gino Tiozzo loves seeing 1984. Donatello’s fine cui- and interacting with the cus- to the Tiozzo family and tomers at the Donatello. sine is derived mostly more than eight of its from Italy and the northstaff members have been ern style of cooking, but with the business for 30 also features traditional years or more. dishes that range as far The atmosphere is south as Naples and the romantic, comfortable Amalfi coast. Such dishand welcoming. Attire is es include: Calamari business formal and it’s Amalfitama; chilled calathe perfect date night, mari dressed in a flavormilestone and occasion ful olive oil, garlic, lemon destination. Monthly spejuice and parsley dresscial events, theme nights ing. Capelli al Pomodoro; and Opera Tampa nights, traditional tomato and bringing talented singers basil sauce over angel to entertain the guests, hair pasta & more. are a big hit. The restaurant, now Live music is now Since 1984 a four-star authentic available in the piano Italian fine dining restaurant has hunbar/lounge Wednesday-Saturday with dreds of reviews and is listed as the Best Happy Hour Monday-Friday from 5-7 Italian Restaurant in Florida by Trip p.m. Advisor. Celebrities like Robin Williams, Donatello Italian Restaurant is John Travolta, Magic Johnson, Ronde located at 232 N. Dale Mabry Hwy. in Barber, Mike Alstott, John Elway, Derrick Tampa. For more information on special Brooks and many more musical and events, reservations and private room sports greats adorn the entry walls. bookings, call 813-875-6660 or “Authenticity, quality, tradition – those visit www.donatellorestaurant.com.
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Help Crystal Hook Get The Service Dog She Needs
Crystal Hook, age 28, was born with developmental delays, is nonverbal and is 90 percent blind. She has trouble with everyday life because of her disabilities, such as having tantrums over walking or going to the restroom. These disabilities have left her without friends due to being unable to connect well with others. A fundraiser will be held at Texas Roadhouse, located 13006 S. US Hwy. 301 in Riverview on Monday, June 24 from 4-10 p.m. Present the flyer (either printed or on your mobile device) and 10percent of your total food purchases will be donated to Service Dog for Crystal Hook. You can find a copy of the flyer at www.facebook.com/events/40646584019 9733/?active_tab=discussion.
Dancing For Donations Recital Proceeds Will Go To Charity
Dancing for Donations presents ‘Shoot for the Moon,’ its second annual recital, on Saturday, June 8 at 4 p.m. at Bloomingdale High School, located at 1700 E. Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico. The show will feature dancers of all abilities in ballet, jazz, tap, acro, and hip hop. The dances will take you to outer space or encourage you to shoot for your biggest dreams. Tickets are $7 now or $10 at the door, doors will open
FishHawk Wolves Win Stars And Stripes Slugfest Championship
The FishHawk Wolves 9U earned their third championship this spring by winning all five games and improving their record to 23-10. Every member contributed as they all had multiple hits and each player managed to score a run. The championship game was a seesaw battle that ended with the Wolves
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As a leader in drowning prevention, the YMCAs of Tampa Bay are teaming up with the Florida Blue Foundation and the YMCA of the Suncoast is joining forces with the Juvenile Welfare Board to offer free water safety lessons from May until August. Thanks to both generous supporters, the Safety Around Water (visit www.tampaymca.org/programs/swimming/water-safety/) program is free and open to all 3 to 12-year-old beginners and nonswimmers in the community. During the 4-day course, certified instructors teach kids a sequenced set of skills that will reduce the risk of drowning and give them confidence in and around water.
Participants must be present on the first day of class and bring their own swimsuit and towel. A YMCA membership is NOT required; however, due to limited space, preregistration is required at these participating Ys: Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA (all family locations including Campo, North Brandon, Spurlino and Camp Cristina) which will hold the program Tuesday to Friday, May 28–31 and Monday to Thursday, August 5-8. For location information, visit www.tampaymca.org/locations/.
SouthShore Democratic Club May Meeting
Join the South Shore Democratic Club for the May meeting, held at the (golf cart friendly) Sun City Center Chamber of Commerce, 1651 Sun City Center Plaza, Sun City Center on the first Thursday of the month, June 6. Meet ‘n Mingle with refreshments at 1 p.m. and general meeting at 1:30 p.m. Join fellow Democrats, Liberals, Progressives & Independents to welcome Ione Townsend, Hillsborough County Democratic Party Chair, for an update on the local and state party. All Democrats and like-minded individuals are invited and encouraged to attend this free event. Visit and Like the Facebook Coaches – Joey Chamberlain, Matt Dubose, page Jason Simmons, Keith Freda; Middle: Aiden Smitson, Cooper Topp, Tristan MacPherson, at www.facebook.com/SSDEMReid Freda, Connor Gavigan; Bottom: Johnny CLUB or visit Adams, Cole Walton, Jaxon Brown, William www.SouthShoreDemocrats.org Simmons, Brady Hanley, JJ Santiago for more information.
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Boulevard Salon Celebrates 10 Years With Specials On Services, Prizes & More For the last 10 years, Boulevard Salon in Brandon has redefined the salon experience through its internationally trained staff by offering individuals the latest in every aspect of hair artistry. In addition, it also provides the best esthetician, massage therapists, nail technicians, permanent make-up artists and more in Hillsborough County. Boulevard Salon opened in 2009. Before this came into fruition, owner Kathy Hegenauer had established the first day spa in this county called The Salon and Spa. Once achieving great success with that business, she decided to sell it and spend time with her young children. She took five years off to become a full-time mother. Hegenauer eventually went back doing what she loved and this would be how Boulevard Salon started. Hegenauer shares her feelings about Boulevard Salon’s 10 year anniversary. “I am very humble and grateful for the wonderful clients and staff that have helped us reach this milestone.” The 2,500 sq. ft. space features a full-service salon for all. With 14 members
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A & A Mortgage of the Top 17 Mortgage Funding, Inc. (NMLS Brokers in the entire Tampa #227399) was first estabBay area,” said Pusateri. lished in the Pusateri has been a Tampa/Brandon area in licensed mortgage broker in February of 2000, off of the state of Florida since Oakfield Dr. In July of 1985. For over 34 years, 2007, it moved into a new she has specialized in location on the arranging financing for corner of unique situations. “I appreciBloomingdale ate the pristine credit clienand Bell Shoals tele, but am never judgmenin Valrico, in the tal toward people who have Lisa Pusateri has had challenges in their lives. Plaza Bella been a licensed Center. mortgage broker in I take pride in making Florida since 1985. homeowners out of clients “A & A Mortgage Funding, Inc. is a full-service who never thought they could buy their mortgage company servicing the home own home. The many years in business financing needs of consumers and real have allowed me to develop relationships estate professionals throughout the entire in the unique lending arenas such as state of Florida,” said A & A Mortgage credit scores down to 500, reverse mortFunding President, Lisa Pusateri. “We gages, stand-alone HELOC’s, piggyback lend on primary residences, investment mortgages to 95 perecent financing, and properties, second homes, condos, town- commercial loans.” homes, manufactured homes with land, Pusateri and her team love being a and commercial properties.” part of the Brandon community and A & A Mortgage Funding, Inc. is an believe that the ‘personal touch’ is still the active participant in community and best way of keeping things local. “As the industry organizations and are proud owner, I work whenever I am needed,” members of the National Association of Pusateri said. “Even with the initial paperMortgage Brokers, Florida Association of work now automated, I still go to all my Mortgage Professionals, Riverview closings, so that I can personally sit down Chamber of Commerce, Sun City Center with my client, and thank them for coming Chamber of Commerce, Ruskin Chamber to my firm.” of Commerce, Carrollwood Bar For more information about A & A Association, Network Professionals, Inc., Mortgage Funding, Inc., visit Christian Business Connections www.aamortgagefunding.com or call Networking Group and the BLING Pusateri at 813-657-8700. The office is Networking Group. located at 1070 Bloomingdale Ave. in “We were just recently voted as one Valrico.
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Bloomingdale Softball Wins First District Tournament Since 2004 In Head Coach Mark Braddy’s Final Season Melancon. “It’s never easy taking over a program that’s coming right off the heels of a state championship, but Coach Braddy took it in stride with passion and hard work,” said Campoamor. “Coach Braddy has made countless improvements to the program and facilities over the last five years that will Senior Alyssa Adams gears up for a swing. Maddie Droz was the ace of the softball team this Kailey Harrigan hit a team record eight home runs have lasting season with 12 wins. this year. effects for years The Bloomingdale Bulls softball Kailey Harrigan, to come. I’ve personally grown a lot team had an outstanding season, who set the and learned a lot through Coach winning the district tournament for the record for most Braddy as a mentor. It has been an first time since 2004 in what will be home runs in a honor and a privilege to coach with him Head Coach Mark Braddy’s final seaseason by a this whole time and I’m glad to call him son. Bloomingdale a friend of mine.” Braddy, who took over the team player with eight Bloomingdale will start the process in 2015, reached his 100th career win while playing of finding its next head coach. As for as a head coach this season. He her home Braddy, he will always be a fan of the spent two seasons at the helm of games at one of game and will continue to follow his Tampa Catholic before joining the bigger fields daughter Marlie’s coaching career. Bloomingdale for five seasons as the in the county. Ultimately, he and his wife want to travhead coach. He was an assistant with She was named el the country in their motorhome. the Bulls previously and his two to the First “I feel like I’ve done a lot. I’ve daughters, Marlie Braddy and Bailie Team Allenjoyed my career as a coach in high Braddy, played at Bloomingdale as Western school, it’s something I will cherish forwell. Marlie along with Bloomingdale Conference, ever, and I have no regrets,” said Mark Braddy coached his fifth and final season with the Bulls. softball and baseball alumni Leah batting .466 with Braddy. “I feel like I’ve tried to give Pemberton and Joe Campoamor are 28 RBIs and 34 five years, we’ve had some great more that I received, but man, I tell currently assistants on his staff. hits while throwing out half of the teams and we’ve never been able to you, I have received a lot from the kids Braddy had a lot of success at baserunners that attempted to steal on accomplish that task,” said Braddy. that I’ve gotten to know and things I’ve Bloomingdale, culminating in the third her. Other key players include sopho“We’ve had some girls that have gone learned along the way. My walk away district championship in school history, more pitcher and UCF commit Maddie on to some D1 schools and have had this year, especially having the district defeating Plant City 2-1 in a very chalDroz who had 12 wins with a 1.87 ERA great careers, and this was the year championship, knowing that it was my lenging 8A District game in his last and 100 strikeouts, and junior lead-off that we probably weren’t expected to last season, I am just grateful to all the season. The program won the state hitter Trinity Howard with a .405 averwin it, and we did.” coaches that I’ve coached with and all championship back in 2014, but did not age and 34 hits and 16 RBIs. They One of many standout players for the players that I was fortunate enough win their district that season. “It’s an also had three senior leaders, Alyssa the Bulls this season is junior catcher to coach.” impressive accomplishment. In my last Adams, Maddie Pena and Cailey
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Dynamic Duo; Caba And Saladino Team Up At The High School And College Levels Bloomingdale seniors Myles Caba and Nico Saladino have shared a special bond both as teammates and friends since they were 11 years old. They first played against each other at the South Brandon Little League and later played together for the Hornets’ AAU team. Caba also played for the South Brandon Little League team with Saladino’s younger brother, Noah Saladino, that was coached by Tony Saladino, lll The team fell one game short of making it to the Little League World Series in Williamsport, PA. They did not think that they would be teammates again, as they both went their own separate ways for high school. Caba went to Bloomingdale and Nico went to Brandon, where his cousin Jordan Feist started at shortCaba celebrates with his teammates after throwing a complete game shutout vs stop from 2011-2014. Riverview in the district semifinal. Saladino had great individual success as a freshman and sophomore at Brandon, where he started immediately at shortstop. The team made it to the regional finals in his freshman campaign, but came up a little bit short against powerhouse Venice. As fate would have it, Caba and Saladino’s paths would once again converge when Saladino decided to transfer to Bloomingdale in the 2017 off-season. “I knew he played a big role in pitching, and I was excited to play with him (Caba) again,” said Saladino. In the 2017-2018 season, both Caba and Saladino played crucial roles on a Bulls team that won its first district championship since 2007. Caba began the Saladino fields a ball from shortstop. Caba throws a fastball. season as the Bulls’ number two starter, a first in his high school at the top of a great lineup. not disappoint, throwing a career. He rapidly became the team’s He then stepped up his role complete game shutout. ace as the season went on, cranking when teammate Jessie That season Saladino went out 56.1 innings and throwing in all the Hunter went down with an on to throw 25.2 innings big games against tough opponents. injury. Saladino took the ball with a minuscule 0.27 ERA He had a 2.24 ERA with 67 strikeouts in his first ever start on the and 22 strikeouts. He hit on the season. mound for Bloomingdale against his .303 with 20 hits and 13 runs batted in Saladino started at shortstop for former Brandon Eagles squad. He did as well. “We can put him on the the Bulls to begin the season, batting
mound, we can put him at short, either slot, he gives us a chance to win a ball game,” said Caba. When the season ended, Caba was named the Most Valuable Pitcher by his teammates and Saladino was named Team MVP. Later that off-season, the pair found out that they would once again be teammates at the next level when they signed on to play at South Florida State College. “I was like, what are the odds of that happening,” said Caba. “It’s cool to be teammates with him this long. It’s been awesome, I can’t complain.” In the 2019 season, Caba had once again taken over the reigns as the team’s ace, leading the team in innings pitched with 56.1. He has a 6-2 record, with a 1.62 ERA and 64 strikeouts. Saladino started the season injured due to a broken collarbone in the offseason. He has regained his form, throwing 24.1 innings with a 1.44 ERA and 17 strikeouts. “He’s definitely a captain, he keeps our team together and into the games even when he’s not pitching,” said Saladino. “Every time he pitches, you know what you’re going to get out of him. I like how he just attacks and never keeps us defenders bored out there. It always fun to play behind him.” “These past two years at Bloomingdale are my best memories of playing with him (Caba), seeing him pitch and dominate and winning at districts with him and all that,” said Saladino. “It’s been fun.” The Bulls lost in the regional quarterfinals to Plant 2-1, ending Caba and Saladino’s senior campaign. They would like the chemistry to continue at the next level. “Hopefully, he and I both have opportunities to play on the same field when I’m on the mound and he’s at shortstop,” said Caba. “Hopefully, we get to have the chance because I feel like he’s somebody that’s pretty valuable to me when I’m on the mound.”
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The Village Players Jones also wrote Valrico will present the The Legend of original play, The Frankenstein. He is Legend of Frankenstein currently working on Continues, this June. two additional plays, The Legend of The Beautiful People in Frankenstein Continues the Cottage and I Am was written by and is The First Lady. directed by Carlton When asked what Jones. inspired him to write The Village Players this play, Jones said, "I are planning an openwas inspired by people ing night with their now asking what happened famous Dinner and a to the Frankenstein Show on Friday, June The Village Players will present the child from my original original play, The Legend of 14 at 7 p.m. Tickets are play. I was also inspired Frankenstein Continues, this June at $35 per person and the historic James McCabe Theatre by Mary Wollstonecraft must be purchased in in Valrico. The cast and crew have Shelley's legendary been working hard to bring to life advance. You can call tale.” playwright and director, Carlton 480-3147 to make a Jones is a veteran Jones’ vision for this play. reservation. director with the Village Regular shows of The Legend of Players, having directed Rope and Jekyll Frankenstein Continues will be presented and Hyde, the Musical. on Friday, June 21 and Saturday, June 15 Jones said of the cast of The and 22 at 8 p.m. There will be two matiLegend of Frankenstein Continues, "We nees on Sunday, June 16 and 23 at 3 have a great group of new and veteran p.m. performers in the cast. I look forward to General admission tickets are $18. this wonderfully talented cast and crew Seniors and military with ID are $15. bringing my vision to life.” Groups of 10 or more who purchase All shows will be performed at the advance tickets are $15. historic James McCabe Theatre located The Legend of Frankenstein at 506 5th St. in Valrico. The building Continues tells the story of Besselia which houses the theatre was built in Frankenstein, the daughter of the leg1915 and is the only remaining commerendary Victor Frankenstein. While discov- cial structure from Valrico’s small land ering young love, she also discovered the boom at the turn of the 20th Century. truth about her father and his creature. For information on the Village She also learns that her father was not Players Valrico, a nonprofit arts organizathe only person creating life from the tion, please visit www.thevillageplaydead. ersvalrico.com.
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When The sions before. Other Florida Orchestra Beethoven works revs up in the fall, its include his third and Masterworks series fourth piano concerwill be powered by tos, his violin concerLudwig van to and his fourth and Beethoven, the greateighth symphonies. est composer in clasBut the sical music. Seem Masterworks series is like an exaggeration? not all about Not really. Beethoven. In anoth“Beethoven is er first, TFO welthe greatest composcomes superstar er because he took American composer all that life threw at and conductor Eric him and turned it into Whitacre in inspirational art that November for Deep still unites humanity Field: A Cosmic Photo courtesy Felix Broede Experience, which today,” said Music Music Director Michael Francis Director Michael also will mark the Francis, who is programming all of 50th anniversary of the moon landing, Beethoven’s symphonies and major conwith a stunning Hubble Telescope video certos over two seasons in honor of the and The Master Chorale of Tampa Bay 250th anniversary of the composer’s singing in the aisles. Other highlights birth. “We’ll use Beethoven as a frameinclude Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons work to explore deeper issues of his life directed by TFO Concertmaster Jeffrey and music, such as perseverance, hope Multer on violin; Mozart’s Clarinet and heroism. Then we’ll ask: Who are the Concerto with TFO Principal Clarinet Beethovens of today? Who are the peoNatalie Hoe; Rachmaninoff’s Piano ple reflecting our society through music?” Concerto No. 3 with Joyce Yang; and the Among the 10 or so Beethoven Rascher Saxophone Quartet performing works on the schedule are rare performa piece by modern American master ances of the supersized Mahler arrangePhilip Glass. ments of both Beethoven’s Fifth and The Florida Orchestra performs reguEroica Symphony -- often called larly at the Straz Center in Tampa, Beethoven on steroids. Both are the origi- Mahaffey in St. Petersburg and Ruth nal works, with a few tweaks, performed Eckerd Hall in Clearwater. Concert series by an orchestra much larger than are on sale now at floridaorchestra.org or Beethoven could have ever imagined. 727-892-3337 and 800-662-7286. Single TFO has never played the Mahler vertickets go on sale Monday, August 12.
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Leagues & Summer Fun At The Alley By Libby Hopkins
Summer is just around the corner and parents will be in search of fun activities or camps for their children to be a part of during their summer break. The Alley at SouthShore is one of those fun places for kids and their parents this summer. “The Alley has been a member of the South Shore community since our opening in March 2009,” said Faith Hanaway, Events and Sales Manager at The Alley at South Shore. “I am responsible for FUN at The Alley! Securing and orchestrating birthday parties, field trips, corporate events, family gatherings, networking groups and meetings, banquets and celebrations with our leagues.” The Alley at South Shore is 42,000 sq. ft. of fun that includes 24 bowling lanes, eight lane VIP bowling suites, an arcade packed with nearly 60 new and classic games and billiards, a full service restaurant and bar with big screen entertainment and an ice cream parlor. “Yearround, but most heavily, in the summer, we offer very economically priced field trip packages,” Hanaway said. “We are extremely fortunate to have so many local summer camps, public, private, charter and home schools that allow us to host their children.” During the summer months, on
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, The Alley offers Summer Cosmic Bowling. “Cosmic Bowling means black lights, colored twirling lights, even a spinning disco ball, accompanied by very upbeat, ‘mom approved’ music,” Hanaway said. “This year, Summer Cosmic starts on Tuesday, June 4 and ends on Wednesday, August 7. It is available on Tuesdays from 10 a.m.–12 Noon and Wednesdays from 1–3 p.m. and costs $8 per person, and includes bowling shoe rental.” The Alley at South Shore also offers league bowling on a year-round basis. “We have leagues for children of all ages, from three to 93,” Hanaway said. “Summer league session will start in May and June. The cost is nominal and the comradery is priceless. Relationships made on our lanes span distance and time.” League information is available at The Alley and on their website. “This summer, I hope to see The Alley, our lanes, restaurant and arcade full of families enjoying all of the wonderful things we have to offer,” Hanaway said. “Our commitment to providing a safe, familyfriendly entertainment is unwavering. I invite everyone to stop in and have some fun with us.” Visit www.thealleyatsouthshore.com or call Hanaway at 672-8353. The Alley at South Shore is located at 10221 Big Bend Rd. in Riverview.
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All High Schools In Hillsborough Schools Ranked Among the Best In The Nation Every high school in Hillsborough County Public Schools is among the best in the state and the nation, as ranked in U.S. News Best High Schools report, including six top-100 schools in Florida. This is the first year all 27 high schools in our district made the list, in addition to Hillsborough Virtual School. The U.S. News Best High Schools rankings include data on more than 23,000 public high schools in 50 states. More than 17,000 schools were ranked on six factors based on performance on state-required tests, graduation rates and how well they prepare students for college. The high schools were ranked statewide and nationally, along with a separate category for the best magnet programs. Plant High School in South Tampa remained at the top of the list in Hillsborough Schools for the third year in a row, ranked #36 in the state and #582 nationally. Steinbrenner High School in Lutz, Newsome High School in Lithia, Sickles High School in Citrus Park, Robinson High School in South Tampa and Tampa Bay Technical High School in Northeast
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FCA hosts its Sixth Annual FCA King of Kings 7 on 7 Tournament presented by AdventHealth Care. Since 1954, the FCA has transformed the playing field into a mission field with its vision “to see the world impacted for Jesus Christ through the influence of coaches and athletes.” The event will take place on Saturday, June 8 from 7:30 a.m.5:30 p.m. at 1 Buccaneer Place in Tampa. The tournament will feature 32 high schools with more than 1,300 football players from Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas and Polk counties. FCA anticipates over 2,000 spectators to attend this event. Come out and cheer on your team. There will be music, vendors, food and fun for the entire family. FCA is looking for sponsors. Churches can set up a booth for $100 and businesses for $250. Churches and vendors will have a 10’ x 10’ space for their booth from 7 a.m.-12 Noon. If you would like to be a sponsor, contact the East Hillsborough Area Director, Dee Franks at dfranks@fca.org or call 356-8291. For more information about the tournament or to buy tickets,
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On April 29, U.S. Representative Ross Spano (R-FL) welcomed Polk County World War II, Korean and Vietnam veterans to the Angie Lincoln Memorial in Kagey is Washington, D.C. The visit running for was organized by the Flight to Honor - U.S. Representative Honorary Polk County Ross Spano (R-FL) recently welcomed Mayor of Veterans Council as Polk County World War II, Korean and Brandon, part of its ‘Flight to Vietnam veterans to the Lincoln an annual Honor’ program. Memorial in Washington, D.C. event to “Every time I raise support for Brandon-based charities. have the opportunity to meet She will be raising support for Teen one of these heroes, I am Impact and Soles Shaping Souls. Grab reminded that we are the land of your girlfriends for a night of fun, friends, the free because of the food, raffles, silent auctions, and 10 brave…” said Rep. Spano. chances to win a Coach purse. “Seeing the pride and honor in Coach Bingo will be held on these veterans’ eyes as they look at their Thursday, June 6 from 7-9 p.m. at The monuments has to be one of the most Barn at Winthrop, located at 11349 humbling experiences I’ve had in Bloomingdale Washington. On behalf of Ave. in all district residents, it is Riverview. an honor being able to Doors open at thank them for their serv6 p.m. Tickets ice.” are $40 per Flight to Honor Polk person and is a nonprofit organizaare available tion created to honor online through America’s veterans. The Eventbrite at organization transports angie4mayorcoachbingo.eventbrite.com. veterans to Washington, D.C. to visit and Limited tickets will be available at the reflect at their memorials. This was door. For more information, call 264‘Mission #5’. To date the organization has 9368. More information on the nonprofit helped over 600 local veterans and their organizations can be found at www.whatisimpact.com and www.solesshapingsouls.org.
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Congregation Beth Shalom Upcoming Services And Events
Welcome the Sabbath with services on Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m. Oneg, nosh and mingle follows. All services now stream live and afterwards on its Facebook page, Congregation Beth Shalom of Brandon. Upcoming events include: Learning all night long - In celebration of Shavuot and Rabbi Akiva's legacy of learning, Rabbi Bryan Mann will host an ‘all night session’ of teaching on Saturday, June 8 from7-10 p.m. Join Rabbi and lay teachers as all contribute to the session. All are welcome; A Taste of Tanach – Saturday, June 15 from 10-11 a.m. –
This event is formerly called ‘Bibles and Bagels’. Rabbi Bryan Mann will lead a session on the torah portions. Light breakfast served. Bring your own beverage. All welcome. All are welcome to services and any of the events. Congregation Beth Shalom is located at 706 Bryan Rd. in Brandon. Call 681-6547 for more information.
Nourishing Our Community - Seeds Of Hope
Seeds of Hope is ready to nourish hope among people in need through the actions and help provided by local students. Located in Lithia, Seeds of Hope has three main ways of distributing food and supplies to needy residents: through a mobile pantry, a once a week distribution open to all residents, and through the backpack of food program coordinated through local schools. During the Month of May, State Farm agent Melissa Snively is proud to team up with Seeds of Hope through the State Farm Quotes for Good program. For each person who contacts Melissa office seeking a car, home, or life insurance quote, Melisa will donate $10 per quote to Seeds of Hope. The Quotes for Good program was created for local State Farm agents to build relationships with local groups and organizations and help make a difference in their communities. “I’m extremely excited to support such a great organization through Quotes for Good,” says Melissa Snively. “This program is a great way for all of us to support our community. At the same time, our office can also provide customers with a comprehensive understanding of their insurance needs and coverage.” To request a quote and support this program, please stop by Melissa Snively’s office located at 16209 FishHawk Blvd. in Lithia or call 662-3622. For additional information on Seeds of Hope, visit https://sohopefl.org/aboutus/
The Democratic Women’s Club Will Meet At Bloomingdale Library
The Democratic Women’s Club of Southeast Hillsborough County’s will meet on Thursday, June 6 from 6-8 p.m. in the large Community Room 8, at the Bloomingdale Regional Public Library. All like-minded Democrats are welcome to attend. The Bloomingdale Library is located at 1906 Bloomingdale Avenue, Valrico. Call 654-7464 for more information.
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Washing Your Dog At EarthWise Pet Supply On June 9 Can Help Other Pets
Community Pet Project (CPP), a local 501(c)(3) organization provides for the pets of the homeless and at-risk residents of Hillsborough County. It distributes food, treats, collars, leashes, flea preventative and other basic care items. CPP vision is to keep pets happy and healthy and out of the already overpopulated county shelter. On Sunday, June 9 from 12 Noon-5 p.m., EarthWise Pet Supply is hosting a fundraiser for CPP. Half of all the pro-
ceeds from the dog selfwash are being donated to CPP. Please join in at EarthWise, located at 3454 Lithia Pinecrest Rd. in Valrico.
Center, 605 N. Collins St. in Plant City. The concert will be conducted by Claudia Liliana Bolano Becerra. Tickets cost $10 in advance ($15 at the door) and are available at www.pccchorale.org.
Brandon Coin Club Hosts Coin & Currency Show
The Brandon Coin Club Inc., a 501(C)(7) nonprofit organization, will hold its next Coin & Currency Show on Saturday, June 15 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Brandon Elks Lodge #2383, located at 800 Centennial Lodge Dr. in Brandon. There will be 30 dealers/45 tables – Free American Silver Eagle. Admission and parking are free. Free coin grab bags for all children under 12. Food will be available on site. There will be free appraisals and door prizes. ICG Grading Service will be in attendance and offering free verbal opinions along with $10 slabbing. For more information, contact Jack
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Hopewell Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens presents From Sea to Shining Sea, a concert performance by the Plant City Community Chorale. It will take place on Saturday, June 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the 1914 Plant City High School Community
Plant City Social Dance will hold a dance on Saturday, June 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Strawberry Square, 4401 Promenade Blvd. in Plant City. Enjoy social dancing on a 3,000 sq. ft. floating wood floor. Dance to the music by DJ Ken Miller. Social dancing includes slow dances, waltzes, line dances, cha-cha and rumbas, two-step and country slow, swing and freestyle. The cost is $6 a person. No alcohol is to be brought on property. Water and cups are available. Please bring your own snacks and drinks. Visit strawberrysquaredancing.com.
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Center Place Offers Summer Paint Party Kick off your 2019 “WE are offering this summer by bringing the Summer Paint Party to whole family to Center residents seven years and Place Fine Arts’ Summer older so that it can be a Paint Party on Friday, fun family outing, and June 21 from 6:30 to 9 open up a hands-on p.m. This event is good opportunity to experience for everyone seven years and create.” old and up. Children Sikora-Muehl is a talages seven to 16 must ented ceramics artist. be accompanied by a Rodriguez said, “We are paid adult. so lucky to have art Tickets are just $20. instructor, Jennie SikoraYou must have a ticket to Muehl on staff here at participate. Everyone Center Place. Jennie is a Kick off a great summer by who participates will go multi-talented artist that attending Center Place Fine Arts’ home with a masterSummer Paint Party on Friday, teaches drawing, painting, June 21 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. piece. You will create an mixed media and clay. In original art work on a 12”x16” canvas. our summer camp, she is offering a new All supplies are included. Space is class called ‘Exploring Mosaics’ where limited, so you are encouraged to buy the kids will create a mosaic stepping your tickets now. stone. Jennie continues to create her own Jennie Sikora-Muehl, a staff art beautiful pottery from raw clay, which she instructor at Center Place will lead the then paints and fires. Her work is showpainting party and will help you create an cased in several different art galleries “Island Paradise” on canvas. Sikorathroughout the West Coast of Florida.” Muehl said, “Come and celebrate the first The theme for Center Places day of summer and paint with us.” Summer Paint Party, “Island Paradise,” Lisa Rodriguez is the Marketing lends itself to summertime fun. You will Director for Center Place Fine Arts. not want to miss this opportunity. Rodriguez said, “We offer a one-time To get tickets to the Summer Paint Paint and Take It to the community to Party, you can visit www.centerplacebranengage them with art. For some residon.org or call 685-8888. Center Place dents, they do not have time to take an Fine Arts is located at 619 Vonderburg Dr. art class every week.” Rodriguez added, in Brandon.
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Family-Owned Hi Tech Automotive Shop Celebrates 15 Years
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For 15 years, from other garages, Brandon area drivers Melissa answered have trusted their cars easily. to the Canfield family. “We go the extra Owners of Hi Tech mile,” she said. Automotive, located This was echoed on S. Montclair Ave., by some of their many Joe and Melissa customers. Canfield “Hi Tech has prohave vided quality service serviced at unbeatable prices thouon our vehicles from Melissa & Joe Canfield own Hi Tech sands of vehicles for oil changes to major Automotive and are celebrating its 15th happy customers repairs,” said anniversary this month. since they bought the garage in 2004. FishHawk resident Melina Olver. “Their The list of services offered at Hi Tech customer service from the owner to the is long, from quick lube services to service tech is over the top. They even extended warrantee work, but what really helped us on Easter Sunday last year. No sets the garage apart is the staff’s dedica- one likes to visit the mechanic, but I tion to customers and the community. always leave Hi Tech with a smile on my “We strive to be advisors and probface.” lem solvers for our customers,” said But for the Canfields, owning a small Melissa. “Rather than strong-arming peobusiness is more than just making cusple who are worried about their car into a tomers happy. service, we like to be able to tell them “We do everything we can to give whats going on and then give them back to the community that has made this options and advice on how we would fix it dream come true for us,” said Melissa, if we were facing the issue ourselves.” who holds leadership positions at two The family-run business with 12 fulllocal chamber of commerces and time employees is a dream come true for Newsome High School PTA and sponsor Joe who has worked in the auto industry countless sports teams and charity for most of his life, including 12 years with groups. Goodyear in both retail and wholesale. To celebrate 15 years in business, “Working for Goodyear, Hi Tech’s the now award-winning, People’s Choice previous owners were one of Joe’s Best of the Best, Hi Tech is hosting a ribclients, so when the opportunity to buy bon cutting ceremony on Friday, June 28 the garage came up, we decided to do from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Visit www.hitechautowhatever we had to do to make it hapmotiveofbrandon.com or call the garage pen,” said Melissa. at 684-1556. Hi Tech is located at 119 S. When asked what sets Hi Tech apart Montclair Ave. in Brandon.
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previously has served as staff veterinarian with the San Diego (California) Humane Society and the SPCA Florida shelter in Lakeland. She will oversee a department that performed nearly 8,000 dog and cat sterilizations last year in the department’s ongoing effort to reduce pet overpopulation. PRC veterinarians
for serving and giving back to the community, including veterans. In recognition of Memorial Day and the brave men and women who have sacrificially served our country, Ivanov recently surprised two veteran families with complimentary estate plans. "I actually saw one of these families from a distance at an event in honor of their son," she said. "I didn't know much at that time about Gold Star families. I was moved by the story of Army Corporal Frank Gross who had sacrificially put service to his country above himself. Frank was killed in action in Afghanistan in 2011, and throughout this all, his parents, Craig and Toni Gross, have relentlessly continued Andrew Learned announced that he will run for Florida’s 15th Congressional District in 2020. to serve the community and performed an additional 277 life-saving bring about Gold Star awareness.” surgeries and specialized treatments The other family involved a veterlast year on pets that otherwise would an from Brandon who returned from not have been adopted or rescued. In his military service with Post-Traumatic all, the PRC staff cared for more than Stress Disorder (PTSD). Being mar17,000 dogs and cats last year. ried with children, adjusting back to a The Pet Resource Center is the civilian life has not been easy. His vencounty’s only open admissions shelter, ture into writing military fiction novels meaning it accepts all dogs and cats has been a way for him to use his talregardless of age, weight, breed, or ent for healing and to also help others health. overcome this debilitating illness. Apart from serving with the Navy Lieutenant Launches Hillsborough County Bar Association’s Congressional Bid In FL-15 Community Services Committee, volunteering with Feed the Bay in Andrew Learned, a Navy Veteran, Brandon, and serving with her church small business owner, and educator, and fellow officially announced his Rotarians of the 2020 campaign for FishHawk Riverview Florida's 15th Rotary, she is a freCongressional District. quent guest speakLearned formally er at public events launched his campaign. hosted by a regionFor more information, al public library and visit AndrewLearned.com. retirement community center in Probate And Estate Hillsborough Planning Attorney County. Surprises Veteran Information Families about The Law Ashley Ivanov is a Headshot of Ashley Ivanov, probate Office of Ashley and estate planning attorney. probate and estate planIvanov, P.A. can be ning attorney in found at www.ashleyivanov.com. Hillsborough County who has a heart
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Fresh And Delicious Cuisine Served Up At New Asian Kitchen Is A Win Win
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A group of menu offerings us visited Win are different. Win Asian You might be Kitchen, which yearning for recently opened some Fried Rice, at 812 but you will have Providence Rd. a decision to in Brandon. make. Do you Sharing various want it Chinese, menu items Japanese, gave us the Singapore, opportunity to try Vietnamese or a lot of dishes. Thai style? Your While all were choice of meat different, every remains the one of them was same for all of delicious. them. The restauThe Spicy rant is considCreamy Shrimp ered fast-casual, was quite differwhich means ent. It is served that although in a creamy you place your white sauce order at the with sesame counter, it is seeds. It had a delivered to slightly sweet your table. All flavor that I meals are could not quite served on figure out, but I china, so the could have cononly difference tinued eating it between Win if it was not for Win and a sitall the other down restaurant delectable is the ordering items such as process. All of Win Win Asian Kitchen recently opened at 812 the Dynamite Providence Rd. in Brandon. Enjoy all types of the food is Shrimp, which Asian cuisine which are made to order. freshly made to had a nice kick order. to it. One of the items I really enjoyed This is the seventh restaurant was the Cantonese Chow Fun. that Perry Liang has opened in Instead of your basic Lo Mein nooTampa Bay, including Liang’s Bistro dles, these are the wide Chinese Asian Cuisine on Bruce B Downs and Rice Noodles. You do not see it on Perry’s BBQ, located inside the very many Chinese restaurant menus Westfield Brandon Mall. here. I last enjoyed them long ago in It is evident that his experience New York City’s Chinatown. has transferred to the new restauTerry Vassalotti especially rant. When you walk in, the first thing enjoyed the Mongolian Beef. “The you notice is how clean and fresh ingredients were so fresh. I was most everything looks; from the restaurant impressed with the high quality of the itself to the food you are served. meat.” Many of the menu features are The Orange Chicken is a special signature dishes brought from the recipe and really quite tasty. If you chef at Liang’s Bistro. Wok classics are looking for something a little as well as fried rice and noodle comlighter, you can try Win’s Lettuce binations are on the menu along with Wrap with either chicken or shrimp. choices of soups, salads and appeAlthough an appetizer, it is large tizers. enough to be a full meal choice or Win Win offers the standard dish- pair it up with a side order of es that you might find in other AsianEdamame. style restaurants such as Sesame To check out the menu, visit Win Chicken and Wok Classics as well as Win Asian Kitchen on Facebook or Pad Thai Noodles, but some of the call 653-1111.
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Life Size Ark Encounter Offers An Epic Family Adventure In Kentucky By Jeff Hoening
We’ve all heard Christian friends return from a trip to Israel and remark something like "it really makes the Bible come alive seeing the sights where the biblical events took place." The Ark Encounter in Kentucky (much geographically closer than Israel) did just that for us in our recent visit. It's a massive, full-size replica of Noah's ark that also houses a world-class museum. In Genesis chapter 6 at the direction of God, Noah and his family, along with ‘two of every kind’ of creature, built and sealed themselves into an enormous ark ahead of a worldwide flood that destroyed all life on earth.
Located in Williamstown, Kentucky, The Ark Encounter features a full-size replica of Noah’s Ark from the Bible.
Once on the ark, visitors are transported back in time to marvel at its interior and exterior construction, wander through its animal pens and innovative feeding mechanisms and explore three-decks of world-class exhibits showing how Noah and his family may have lived. Informative exhibits clearly and informatively address key questions like "How did they all fit?" and "Were dinosaurs on board?" You also see many scientific contrasts between Creationism
and Evolution and how the Great Flood impacted the Earth’s history. We were particularly moved by how the Ark Encounter artfully displays the ark and its account in the Bible as a true historical event along with its metaphoric connection to our salvation in Christ. The Ark Encounter is great for families but take your time because you'll be doing a lot of walking. If you want to fill the day with even more fun, the park also offers the Ararat Ridge Zoo, featuring ani-
mals from around the world like Tibetan yaks and kangaroos; Extreme Zip Lines, with 1,000 ft. zip lines, soaring 17 stories in the air and reaching speeds up to 50 mph; a Fossil Find, where you learn about science from a biblical perspective; as well as daily events, dining and great gifts unique to the Ark experience. For even more fun, you can purchase tickets to the Ark Encounter's sister attraction, the Creation Museum, a stateof-the-art, 75,000 sq. ft. museum, bringing the pages of the Bible to life. Ark Encounter is located at 1 Ark Encounter Drive, Williamstown, KY 41097. Tickets start at $15 and excursion packages are available. For more information, you can visit www.arkencounter.com.
Wedding Guide Showcases Best In Local Venues, Bakeries & Styles
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or Doug and I, it’s been 24 years next month since we said ‘I Do!’. As styles have updated and changed, some traditions have also stayed the same. A marriage is a celebration of a partnership for life. It’s the merging of two families to create a stronger, better bond. The wedding day itself is that cumulation of efforts and should be savored and enjoyed. One of the first decisions should be the venue and locally, we have three venues that offer every type of setting to make that wedding day special. Starting off at The Barn at Winthrop which offers an intimate setting in the heart of Brandon. Nearby is the gorgeous event venue, The Regent with vast ceilings, an amazing photo staircase and chandeliers. And, nearby is Cross Creek Ranch with 5 ceremony sites and 2 reception venues nestled under the Grand Oaks and over the wooden creek bridge. No matter the wedding style, there is a local venue for every wedding occaision. To help make some of those wedding decisions easier, each venue has a planner who will assist with each step of the planning. And, for those with future nuptials in the horizon, the first ever Brandon Bridal Expo and Fashion
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In our community, we are also fortunate to have McAuley Fine Jewelry located right on Oakfield Dr. to take care of the investment in the wedding rings and custom jewelry needs. For cakes and catering, it doesn’t get better than the award-winning Petite Madelyn’s Bakery and All in One Event Catering who will make cake design and meal planning a breeze with a professional team. From start to finish, a wedding day is a day of celebration and within this 2019 Wedding Guide, we hope you find the services you need to make your day last a lifetime! Congratulations and may your wedding day be a fairy tale come true!
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have articles, advice and tips from a local expert, Amy West, owner of Flora’s Bridal, who has her finger on the pulse of trends and styles.
Marie Gilmore Managing Editor Former Bride, Current Wife
The Regent Is A Perfect Venue For Your Wedding And Other Celebrations By Kathy L. Collins
Every bride wants their special day to be a memorable one. The perfect venue will add to the lasting memories for both the bride and groom and all who attend the big day. The Regent, located in Riverview, is one of largest venues in the area, but it can also be a small, intimate and stylish one. A bride can opt to have both the ceremony and reception at The Regent or just the reception. The Regent offers an attractive outdoor courtyard complete with a sweeping staircase and three ballrooms that can be combined to hold up to 500 people. Shannon Keil is the Executive Director for The Regent. Keil, along with Brittanny Edwards the Event Manager, and Ashley Hodson, Event Coordinator can provide as much or as little advice and counsel as the bride wants or requires. The Regent’s al a carte presentation allows the do-it-yourself bride as well as the planner guided bride to their perfect day. The Regent is a beautiful blank
palette. The pristine wood floors and neutral colors will match any decor the bride desires. With its three beautiful large chandeliers in the ballroom suites and elegant details, there is a natural touch of class to any wedding or event. The Regent has several exclusive caterers and bar service that they have vetted over the years. The Regent vendors are members of the local community, and The Regent takes pride in supporting those local businesses. In addition to weddings, The Regent is a perfect venue for corporate events, celebration of life events, school functions and even charitable fundraising events for nonprofits. Keil said, "We offer special discounts for nonprofits to hold their events at The Regent." For more information, please visit www.ExperienceTheRegent.com, or call 571-2494 or email info@experiencetgeregent.com.
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This Seasons Wedding Style Guide Includes Lots Of Lace By Amy West Flora’s Bridal
Lace, lace and more lace! This season we have seen an influx of brides looking for that perfect lace wedding gown. And it’s on a global scale. So much so, all our international designers are producing lace at nearly twice the rate of any other gown material. Low backs and illusion with lace sleeves are also at the top of our regions most wanted list. There are hundreds of styles of lace and each one of them creates a different look and feel. For example, Chantilly lace, a classic, is great for creating an antique rustic style look, which so many Florida brides adore. If you are looking for a more contemporary look, a lace applique with lattice netting is becoming increasingly popular. For that art deco feel try an embroidered baroque lace pattern. There truly is a lace to match every style. A lace gown can sparkle too. Many designers are using clear beadwork and/or sequins hidden throughout the gown to give the gowns a magical shimmer, tastefully, illuminating the bride as
she walks down the aisle. If you are not a fan of all that lace can do, fear not. Simplistic crepe (think Meghan Markle), and satins are making a big comeback. At Flora’s we have found that lace or no lace, many brides want bling. Adding a sparkle belt or crystal straps to an otherwise classic simple gown will completely transform the gown into an envy worthy one of a kind. Many local stores carry head to toe ‘bling’ (crystal/ rhinestone beaded) gowns, as that is a style our region continues to adore. As far as bridal gown silhouettes go, there isn’t a specific trend one way or another. The bride will always determine the best shape based how she envisioned her wedding and how she feels in each style. While the trends may come and go, one constant remains; the most important element of a wedding gown is always the bride wearing it. When she finds that perfect dress style and trends are out the window and all the room can see is a glowing bride in her dream dress.
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Wedding Gowns: What To Know Before You Buy By Amy West Flora’s Bridal
Every bride dreams of that magical moment when she tries on her wedding gown for the first time. Unfortunately, that dream can quickly go awry if she is not prepared for what lies ahead. There are several important factors all brides should know before stepping out to find that perfect dress. First, it is never too early to start shopping. Most wedding gowns are made-toorder, meaning, they can very well take up to six months to get from the designer to the store. If the wedding is in less than six months, visit a local bridal boutique and give them the time frame upfront. Many shops work directly with designers and can either rush ship, sell the sample right off the rack, or check the designer’s warehouse inventory to decrease the wait time. That said, start early and avoid the hurdles if possible. Next, set a gown budget and stick to it. Wedding gowns are expensive
and can run from a couple hundred to several thousand dollars. It is highly advised to not try on gowns that are over budget, doing so is recipe for disappointment. When setting the budget keep in mind many bridal shops work with brides and allow a deposit for special orders cutting upfront costs in half. The remaining balance becomes due when the gown arrives in the shop. Check around as some shops offer layaway plans as well. Don’t forget to include alterations in the overall gown budget. Bridal alterations are more than simple tailoring; lace, hand sewn beadwork, and delicate materials all contribute to the high cost of bridal alterations. Brides should be prepared to spend between $300 and $800 on their alterations. Again, the materials and fit will determine the final cost. Most importantly, have fun! Every bride deserves an enchanted experience that she can treasure for a lifetime. Being prepared will allow the bride to enjoy her “yes to the dress” moment.
Buying ‘Off-The-Rack’ By Amy West Flora’s Bridal Most brides out shopping for their wedding gown are not familiar with all the intricacies of the bridal world and expect to walk into a store and leave with a dress. This just isn’t so in bridal. I’m sure you’ve heard the term before, she bought that off-therack. Well, what does it really mean? Wedding gowns are typically special ordered, not to be confused with custom ordered. Special ordered means the gown being purchased is ‘made to order’ however, it is made to a standard size and will need to be altered to perfectly fit the bride. Custom or couture gowns, are made as ordered to the bride’s exact measurements. The most obvious difference between special ordered vs. custom ordered is usually a few thousand dollars. Both can take up to six months or more to arrive in the shop. So where do off-the-rack gowns fit in? Generally bridal shop gowns are ‘samples’. These are the gowns brides try on before ordering themselves a sparkly new wedding dress. But, when a designer decides to no longer produce a certain style, bridal shops will sell these samples ‘off-the-rack’. As the dress is no longer available to order, a bride can walk into a
store and purchase the discontinued gown at a great discount and take it home the same day. There are some obvious benefits to purchasing a discontinued style: such as, no wait times, and the reduced pricing. However, there are hidden costs to purchasing off-the-rack to be aware of before saying yes. If the dress is the wrong size, i.e. too large, it could result in costly alterations. So much so, it is often more cost effective to special order a new gown. Also, samples may have some wear and tear. Cleaning a sample is sometimes necessary as well. Do not let just anyone clean the gown. Ensure they can clean the gown without melting or destroying the delicate fabrics and or bead-work. Regardless of whether your dress is special ordered or purchased off-the-rack, the results will be the same; a beautiful bride donning a dream gown, enchanting her guests. Absolutely, no one will know if that gown was off-the-rack or custom ordered, so follow your instincts and buy what you love. Amy West is the owner of Flora’s Bridal 768 W. Lumsden Rd. Brandon in La Viva Plaza. Call 684-0644 or visit florasbrides.com.
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Calling All Brides To The Brandon Bridal Expo And Fashion Show Staff Report
Calling all bridesto-be to come out to the Brandon Bridal Expo and Fashion Show put on by ToMa Enterprise. It will take place on Sunday, June 23 from 12 Noon to 4 p.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn, located at 1039 Highland Manor Dr. in Brandon. Come face to face with wedding industry related vendors all under one roof in a single day to learn about the latest bridal styles and wedding trends. This intimate venue will allow you to meet with wedding vendors one on one to discuss products and services to help customize your wedding day to make it special and unique. For a detailed listing of vendors, please visit ToMaEvents.com. Wedding expos provide great information and ideas on many aspects leading up to the wedding day. Along with all of the vendors that partake in these events, there are usually demonstrations, samples and modeling shows that take place of the course of the wedding expo. There will be many fabulous gifts and prizes provided by the participating vendors. With one lucky winner walking away with the grand prize - a honeymoon - a trip for two, at the all-inclusive three-night Club Med Sandpiper Bay Resort Florida (provided by Visas and
Vistas Travel). Tickets are free, however the first 100 brides to pre-register at ToMaEvents.com will receive a free gift bag (filled with goodies). There will also be a fashion show presenting the latest fashions. You will see classic and contemporary wedding gowns, tuxedos, suites, bridesmaid, mother-of-the-bride dresses and alternative fashions (gowns provided by Flora’s Bridal). There will be many free door prizes such as, two-night stay at the Hilton Garden Inn Brandon/East Tampa, an eight-inch custom cake from Moreno Bakery, gift cards, floral arrangement, and more. ToMa Enterprises wants to inspire others to give. It will be raising awareness, funds and much needed supplies for E.C.H.O. to provide residents of southeastern Hillsborough County with emergency food, clothing and access to life-stabilizing programs and resources. While visiting the Expo, please consider donating a non-perishable item (peanut butter, canned meats, canned vegetables, fruit, diapers, hygiene products). EIf you would like information on becoming a vendor or on the Expo or how to help ECHO, please visit www.ToMaEvents.com.
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Nested amongst Cross Creek Ranch. the grandfather oaks, The couple has owned the award-winning the venue and Bed & Cross Creek Ranch, Breakfast since 2004 and located right in the hosted its first two events that heart of the communiyear. Cross Creek Ranch is ty, is a true gem of a now celebrating 15 years in wedding and events business. venue and perfect for Sean, born and raised in groups from intimate Dorchester, MA, is a longtime gatherings to 150 ‘anything-Boston’ fan. Serving people. in the Navy for nine years, Spread across 17 Sean is the proud father of Cross Creek Ranch owners acres, Cross Creek two children, Tisha and Bonnie and Sean McSharry. Ranch offers Michael and a new five distinct grandson Finnigan and themed wedruns the operations side ding ceremony of the 17 acres with 25 sites including buildings on site. The Carriage House Stable, The Chapel, The slogan for Cross Creek Ranch Enchanted Forest, Oak Tree and The is, ‘Your Moments, Your Memories, Our French Country Inn and two reception Passion.” When planning an event at venues. Cross Creek Ranch, planners will take With a team of 20 professional staff, every difficult decision and help a couple every event is an all-inclusive ceremony plan their perfect day from colors, to flowfrom the intimate to the extravaganza. ers, to decor, food, music, cake and event Owners Bonnie and Sean McSharry linens. have expanded the property from 8 acres Cross Creek Ranch has been recogto its current 17 acres and continued nized with Wedding Wire Bride’s and improvements to the grounds and faciliCouple’s Choice awards, The Knot Best ties throughout the years. of Weddings Awards and The Best of “We’ve made improvements and Weddings Hall of Fame 2019. been honored to host so many wonderful Cross Creek Ranch is conveniently memories and we take pride in every located at 12950 E. Wheeler Rd., in event,” said Bonnie whose experience in Dover. Interior Design and business ownership Visit www.crosscreekranchfl.com or call married perfectly to the wedding venue at 651-0934 for details or a tour.
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The Perfect Wedding Band
Now that you have your engagement ring and settled on your venue and dress, it’s time to pick out the perfect band to accompany your left-hand sparkler. There are many factors to consider. Cost, comfort and overall style are a few of the most important ones.
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Ironically, wedding bands are one of the most overlooked costs of planning a wedding — and they can be expensive. However, you can find beautiful rings in every budget. It is important to balance what you can afford with what you want to see on your hand for the rest of your life. Be sure to account for bands for both you and your significant other. Materials (gold, platinum or titanium) and gemstones will factor into the final price.
Matching Your Ring Versus Matching Your Partner’s
Answering this question will help you narrow down your choices a lot. If you want your wedding bands to match, then you need to discuss elements that both of you do (and perhaps more importantly don’t) want. Or perhaps there is a wedding band that matches your engagement ring. Be sure to discuss
Nothing will help you make a decision faster than seeing potential bands sitting next to your engagement ring. After you’ve set your budget and discussed your options with your significant other, it’s time to try on some rings. If you have the opportunity and the time, visit as many local jewelry stores as possible. You never know where you are going to find a deal and a truly breathtaking band. Plus, there is not much that beats spending a casual hour in a jewelry shop while associates bring you band after band to slip on your finger. throw out Rule Book There are no hard-and-fast rules to what type of wedding band you should choose, including choosing none at all. Stay true to your own style and budget and you will end up with a ring you are eternally happy with.
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Ace grass, key cutHardware is a ting, knife sharpfull-service ening, power retailers’ coopwashing and erative and a carpet cleaning family-run busimachine rentals, ness. Free among others. delivery, though Unlike not universal, is Lowes or Home going to be Depot, Ace nationally Hardware, as a advertised at Ace Hardware locations, This Ace Hardware in Lithia is including at four just one of the four locations locally owned owned by local residents Kathy and Billy Atchison and Tim Ace Hardwares. Gibson. For all orders of $50 or more, customers get a free delivery offer within the zip code area of the locally owned, family-run store, stores. Orders costing less than $50 will aims to have a friendlier atmosphere, have a $20 delivery fee. much like someone across the street The Ace Hardwares are owned by helping you with improving your home. wife and husband Kathy and Billy “Because we’re family-owned—we Atchison as well as Kathy’s brother-inlive in the community, we know a lot of law, Tim Gibson; all are local residents. our customers—when you walk in our The family opened their Lithia-based store, it feels like you’re going to your Ace Hardware in 2003, their US 301 neighbor’s house. We’re there to help,” store in Riverview opened in 2005, they said Kathy. purchased the one in Sun City Center in If you are looking for a hardware 2015 and the newest location on Big retailer that has plenty to offer with a comBend Rd. opened in 2016. The store in munity feel and a free delivery service, Lithia recently celebrated 15 years of then try your local Ace Hardware. business, and next year, the family will The family’s four Ace Hardwares are also celebrate 15 years for their US 301 located on S. CR 39 in Lithia, in Sun City location. Center Plaza and on US 301 and Lincoln Besides free delivery, Ace Hardware Rd. off of Big Bend Rd. in Riverview. For provides a wide variety of services, more information, visit http://crossroadincluding propane fills, screen and glass sace.com/ and https://www.acehardrepairs, pipe cutting and threading, cutting ware.com/.
viding compassion There is a and caring service German proverb from their dedicatthat says, “Charity ed and experisees the need, not enced staff. the cause.” “PHFL “Phoenix House believes in our Florida was estabcommitment to lished nearly 25 serving those in our years ago in the local communities,” early 1990s when Alvarez said. “We two longtime offer a wide range friends wanted to of services to treat help their sons, Derek Jeter has been involved with PHFL for who were strugmany years. Dr. Jeter, Derek’s dad, was on ,the whole patient, gling with the con- the board of directors of PHFL, and when he including MAT and sequences of sub- left this position, he helped make the connec- Outpatient for adotion between PHFL and Derek Jeter. lescents and resistance abuse relatdential for adults and at our two ed issues,” said Maria Alvarez, locations in Brandon and Citra, president and CEO of The Florida.” Phoenix House. Derek Jeter has been She continued, “Through involved with PHFL for many a mutual friend, both parents years. “Dr. Jeter, Derek’s dad, was on the found help for their children in a Daytop board of directors of PHFL, and when he rehabilitation program in New York. This left this position, he helped make the conexperience created a desire to assist nection between PHFL and Derek Jeter,” Daytop in establishing a similar program Alvarez said. “At the time, The Turn 2 in Florida.” Foundation committed to donating one A facility was found in Citra, Florida, million to PHFL’s adolescent program at and eventually, Daytop opened the pro$100,000 per year, an amount he has far gram in 1994. “After a few years, addisurpassed and continues to contribute to tional support was needed to expand, our program each year with continued and in 1998, Phoenix House Foundation support through 2020.” was contacted, resulting in the current The Turn 2 Foundation has supportPhoenix Programs of Florida, Inc.,” ed the Derek Jeter Center since its incepAlvarez said. tion in 2008. For more information, visit The Phoenix Programs of Florida www.phoenixhouse.org/locations/florida/b (PHFL) is a nonprofit provider of substance use treatment that has been in the randon-center or call 881-1000, option 1. The center is located at 510 Vonderburg local community for 25 years and continDr., Ste. 301 in Brandon. ues to focus on their quality of care, pro-
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Women’s Care Florida Opens New Women’s Health Center In Plant City
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Women’s Troy, MD; Care Florida Sarasija recently Nithya announced that Nagella, MD; its new Lisa Martin, Women’s APRN; Health Center – Ignacio Plant City is Armas, MD; now open. An Allyson open house Jones, MD; Women’s Care Florida recently opened its new was held on Zayda Women’s Health Center – Plant City at 2108 Thonotossa Rd. in Plant City. May 22 to celeCharmorro, brate the new office. Tours were offered MD; Alice Honiker, APRN; Linda Ottl, and visitors were able to meet the APRN; Rhonda Jackson, APRN; and providers and learn about their services. Melissa Courtney, CNM. The building, located at 2108 To schedule an appointment or ask Thonotosassa Rd., houses providers further questions, call the Women’s Care from both Women’s Care Florida – Florida – Women’s Care office at 754Women’s Care (previously located at 103 7561. Call the Women’s Care Florida – Southern Oaks Dr.) and Women’s Care OB/GYN Associates office at 752-4103 Florida – OB/GYN Associates (previously Women’s Care Florida was founded located at 1503 W. Reynolds St.). in 1998 and is the largest independent “Our providers have served patients women’s health practice in Central in the Plant City community for more than Florida. It has 100 locations across 30 years,” said Women’s Care Florida Central and North Florida, and offers a full Regional Administrator Kea Jones. “We’re range of care for women including obstetlooking forward to many more years of rics and gynecology, fertility, maternal fetal caring for women’s health needs and medicine, gynecologic oncology, urogyneoffering expanded services in this beauticology, breast surgery, endocrinology, ful new facility.” gastroenterology, primary care, genetic The 15,372 sq. ft. Women’s Health counseling, plastic and reconstructive surCenter – Plant City offers plenty of space gery, behavioral health, and a full range of to care for patients and offer a variety of state-of-the-art lab and imaging services. services including annual wellness The organization has undergone rapid exams, obstetrics and gynecology, ultragrowth and remains true to its mission of sounds, menopause treatments and inimproving the lives of women every day. office procedures. Women’s Care Florida For more information, call 754-7561. providers who have moved into the new Current Women’s Care Florida patients facility include Maruja Fernandez, MD; can log in to the patient portal at Steven Granger, MD; Jennifer Lopez www.womenscarefl.com.
For online fessional video games like Overwatch esports Overwatch, a probteam. “We lem in those comalso…both pick a munities is the game we thought offensive and was really good unpleasant behavfrom the past week ior often thrown and we’ll talk about around, which those a little bit, Aaron Adams and Brian Davis during their many would like to and we’ll both pick podcast at First Baptist Church of Brandon, avoid. For a match of the holding a board representing several Overwatch League week upcoming Overwatch League teams. (OWL) fans seeking family-friendly conthat we’re excited to see, or a game that tent, local residents Aaron Adams and we think’s going to be important.” Brian Davis have a solution. COWLFans’ podcasts are also Adams and Davis host a podcast videos, but it focuses on being equally series, ‘Casual Overwatch League Fans’ interesting for listeners and watchers so (COWLFans), which avoids the ugly neither misses out on much. trends in the OWL community while disSince Adams and Davis are cussing the OWL, giving interested peoChristians recording at First Baptist ple a place to follow OWL content and Church of Brandon and recognized the enjoy it without worry. prevalent unfriendly content surrounding The idea began as a joke about an Overwatch, they wanted the show to be OWL-focused show they could do togeth- safe for all to follow and share. er for fun. Adams created the podcast’s “If anybody in the area wants to logo as part of the joke, but Davis liked reach out, we’re happy to engage with the idea enough to commit to it, and the anybody,” said Adams. He added, show was born. “Follows and shares go a long way in “Our podcasts are geared toward the promoting what we have here, which can casual fans, so neither of us are too help others see that there’s a space for insane about trying to watch every single this.” [OWL] game possible,” said Adams. As COWLFans podcasts are released each OWL session lasts from Thursday every Monday. To listen and watch, visit to Sunday, the podcasts discuss imporhttp://bit.ly/COWLiTunes, tant happenings and things of interest, http://bit.ly/COWLSpotify, but they do not cover everything due to http://bit.ly/COWLplay or the length of sessions. http://bit.ly/COWLFans for YouTube. Adams noted, “We make it a point You can follow and Like COWLFans every week to definitely talk about the on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter Florida Mayhem,” which is Florida’s prothrough @COWLFans.
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Watts Dental Teams With Retirement Community To Bring Best Care To Residents
By Amy Schechter
In a unique op a strong relapartnership, Twin tionship, assess Creeks Assisted the individual Living & Memory needs of each Care facility resident, and creteamed up with ate a space Dr. Jason Watts where patients and Watts can receive full Dental to provide dental care within in-house dental Twin Creeks, health care to complete with a employees and portable unit that residents. Both can move room teams are equalto room if patient Twin Creeks and Watts Dental Team Up to proly excited about vide in-house dental care to employees and resi- mobility is an dents at Twin Creeks. their new relaissue. tionship. Meanwhile, Williams began thinking At Twin Creeks, Krysta Lowe, marabout the employees at Twin Creeks: “I keting director, and Amy Vankleek, execu- had dealt with single moms who had multive director, both understand how importiple jobs and cared for kids. I thought tant it is to preserve routines and provide about part-timers don’t have benefits. We convenience for their residents. Lowe had plans for people who don’t have states, “It’s going to be amazing, especial- insurance, but we came up with a corpoly for our memory care residents. There is rate plan to fit smaller businesses. It no stress of having to travel to an turned into us being able to have an office appointment. It’s a gentle ride down the there to provide for the employees in hall to go to the dentist.” Additionally, den- addition to the residents.” Lowe raves, tal health is often a strong indicator of “Dr. Watts has been amazing with putting underlying health issues, and when dealtogether plans for people that don’t have ing with an older clientele, it is important insurance. He wants to make sure everyto catch issues early. one gets the care they need. With us, our It is a perfect partnership. Denise residents are a family. We wouldn’t let Williams, marketing director for Watts anyone in who isn’t a part of our family.” Dental, discussed Dr. Watts’ dream: “He For more information, visit Watts wanted to go into assisted living and give Dental online at www.wattsdentalfl.com/ back in a different way. We’re going to and Twin Creeks at https://www.twintake care of the patients who cannot get creeksretire.com/. Watts Dental is located out and be seen.” With a background in at 5605 Skytop Dr. in Lithia. Twin Creeks hospitality and assisted living, Williams is located at 13470 Boyette Rd. in worked with Vankleek and Lowe to devel- Riverview.
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