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Victorian Grace Tea Room Continues To Serve High Tea & More With New Owners

By Kathy L. Collins

The Victorian Grace Tea Room’s magical experience is available at several settings on Saturdays and Sundays as well as at special events.

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You can experience the elegance of a traditional high tea at Victorian Grace Tea Room conveniently located at 616 N. Parsons Ave. in Brandon. This lovely little establishment is owned and operated by Katlyn and Megan Amieva along with General Manager Kat Hermida-Perez. All three are long-time friends who love the tradition of high tea. Katlyn and Megan purchased and opened Victorian Grace Tea Room in November. It was originally opened as a tea room in the 2000s. It was set to suddenly close. Katlyn and Kat happened to be there when it was announced. "This was our favorite tea room. We thought it was such a shame that it was closing," said Katlyn. Now, they have lovingly opened the Victorian Grace Tea Room so that others who also love high tea, can enjoy the experience close to home. High tea is offered on Saturdays at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. and on Sundays at 12 Noon and 2 p.m. The 12 Noon time is also the Children's Tea. In addition, Victorian Grace Tea Room offers special

events such as pajama parties on select Friday evenings. They also offer Princess themed teas once a month. February will feature Cinderella, March will feature Rapunzel and April will feature Tianna. Reservations are requested and can be made online at https://tableagent.com. High tea is a fourcourse meal. You get a choice of soup and then three courses are served vertically on a three tiered tray. The bottom tray consists of savory choices like salmon crostini with dill or cucumber sandwiches. The middle tray holds scones and cream while the top tray features rotating desserts. Teas are paired with the food that is served. Guests can select from two offerings and you get unlimited servings of one selection. "All of our food is made in-house from locally sourced vendors. We are big on sustainability and try not to waste. That is why we request reservations," explained Hermida-Perez. Victorian Grace Tea Room is the perfect place for an intimate bridal or baby shower or any special occasion. High tea, in and of itself is a special occasion, and Victorian Grace Tea Room is the perfect place to experience it. Price for High Tea is $29 per person for adults and $17.80 for the Children's Tea on Sunday. Prices are inclusive of sales tax. For information, visit www.victoriagracetearoom.com and like them on Facebook.

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Feed The Bay Meets The Needs Of Many With One Day Food Collection Event

By Amanda Boston

Feed the Bay welcomes children to participate alongside a parent.

Since its inception in 2006, Feed the Bay has collected nearly two million pounds of food for pantries of local food banks and community agencies. The multi-church effort provides a practical way for area churches to demonstrate God's love by serving as the Hands and Feet of Jesus. Feed the Bay will be held on Sunday, March 31 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. You can help fill the gap by replenishing pantries as a volunteer or shopper. Feed the Bay partners with Publix Super Markets which offer shoppers a convenient grocery list with the requested food items. After the shopper purchases the food, volunteers are onsite to collect the food and load it onto trailers. For the past nine years, Michelle (Flip) Filipowicz has looked forward to volunteering with Feed the Bay. She serves as a store coordinator at one of the Publix locations where she checks in the volunteers and acts as a liaison between church volunteers and store managers. “We start the day in prayer and with an empty truck, but as one body of Christians, not several area churches,” explained Flip. “At the end of the day, we thank the Lord for the food and the hands that helped to fill the truck.” Last year, Feed the Bay garnered 124,254 pounds of food from 15 Publix locations. The one-day community-wide effort included 31 church campuses and 12 community agencies, totaling 704 volunteers. Every year, Janine Skipper also vol-

unteers as a store coordinator and truck driver at one of the Publix collection locations. She reminisced about last year’s turnout despite the stormy weather. "This past year we had a tornado touch down out in the Bay at the height of Feed the Bay,” said Skipper. “Even with the impending weather, the volunteers and parishioners came out in droves, and we had a full truck. Even through the storms—the wind and the rain, God’s people showed up and gave from their hearts.“ Volunteers are not only needed to load trucks at the Publix Super Markets but are necessary to drive the trailers as well as unload and sort the food at the local agencies. For those who wish to volunteer, you must be at least 14 years old, but children are welcome to participate alongside a parent. To volunteer or see a list of participating Publix Super Markets, churches and agencies, visit www.feedthebay.org. If you are unable to participate during the event but still want to contribute, gift cards from any supermarket may be dropped off at the Bay Life Church office. For questions, contact Melanie Langston from Bay Life Church at mlangston@baylife.org.

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Wonders Of Wildlife Festival Aims To Help Birds Of Prey

The Greater Brandon Foundation’s Annual Charity Golf Classic Moves To New Location

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Nancy family and cenMurrah has a tered around constant stream conservation and of guests filtering education,” said through her Murrah. “I want Brandon homepeople to learn about 25 at any more about the given time, and wildlife in this more than 1,100 area and apprelast year. ciate it.” Some are Murrah is small animals like hoping for a squirrels and racdonation from a coons, but mostly local corporation they are ospreys, Nancy Murrah and Raptor Center of Tampa of a piece of Bay board member Anne Marie Jordan show owls, bald eagles off some rescued birds at Raptor Fest in St. land, ideally Petersburg. and other birds of between five to prey-all rescued eight acres, to by Nancy and build the state-ofher team of other the-art facility, volunteers; all in which will be need of care and open to the pubrehabilitation. lic. The most “We do our immediate need own lab work inis for flight cages, house-on my dinlarge enclosures ing room table,” that allow birds said Murrah, 61, the freedom to who got involved move and fly with bird rescue while they are 10 years ago. recovering. A Eurasian eagle owl, which will be on dis“We really need A 60 ft. flight play at the Wonders of Wildlife Festival, takes cage costs a localized resflight. cue that volunaround $60,000, teers from all over the state can and Murrah estimates the new facility come for help.” will need nearly 15 of them, along Murrah is president of the Raptor with X-ray and lab capabilities. She is Center of Tampa Bay and vice presihoping to raise $10,000 at the festident of both Tampa Bay Raptor val and welcome 1,500 people. Rescue and the Tampa Audubon Admission is $12 for adults and Society. Each is a nonprofit, so children under ages18 get in free Murrah never gets paid. when accompanied by an adult. Tampa lacks a fully-functioning There will be presentations with live rehabilitation center of its own. Bird animals, face-painting, food, live rehabbers, as Murrah calls them, cur- music and educational and shopping rently rescue birds all over the state booths. and must transport them to various Murrah and her volunteers opercenters in Sarasota, Apopka and ate from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. seven even Melbourne. days a week, but will perform a resMurrah said most of her voluncue operation anytime, including teers average between 25,000overnight. 35,000 miles a year, transporting sick “I never take vacations, but that’s or injured birds and releasing them okay,” Murrah said. “What we do is back into the wild. about saving animals; it’s not about On Saturday, March 23 from 10 us.” a.m. to 6 p.m., Murrah and the For more information about the Raptor Center of Tampa Bay will host Wonders of Wildlife Festival and the First Annual Wonders of Wildlife birds of prey rescue efforts, call Festival at E.G. Simmons Park in Murrah at 205-1851, go to www.rapRuskin to raise money to begin the torcenteroftampa.org or visit the process of building a Tampa facility. Raptor Center of Tampa Bay’s “The event will be for the whole Facebook page.

Pictured are the celebrity guests from the 2018 Charity Golf Classic.

The 17th annual Greater Brandon Charity Golf Classic will be held on Friday, March 15 and Saturday, March 16. Also known as The Angel Foundation, the nonprofit is proud to announce its new venue on the beautiful Club Renaissance golf course in Sun City. This year’s event kicks off with the Celebrity Pairings Party at Sunset Grill at Little Harbor on Friday night. The evening will include food, drinks and its exclusive Celebrity Auction where golfers will bid on their favorite celebrities to golf with on Saturday. The Celebrity Pro-Am Golf Tournament begins on Saturday morning at 11 a.m. at Club Renaissance with registration and lunch. The shotgun start is at 1 p.m. In keeping with tradition, golfers will enjoy a generous player’s package featuring food on the course from local restaurants, course competitions and an award ceremony at the completion of the tournament. “We have been told that our tournament, our biggest fundraiser, is one of

the best in the state, and we are blessed to have our sponsors, celebrity guests and golfers come back year after year to help us raise money for the foundation,” said Liz Brewer, the executive director. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Foundation Angel Program, which helps families in the Greater Brandon community affected by a life-threatening illness or catastrophic event. When a family faces a terminal diagnosis or catastrophic event, their primary focus is caring for their loved ones. The practical day-to-day things often taken for granted when all is well are no longer a priority, but they still must be done. The Angel Foundation partners with local businesses and individuals in the community to meet those practical needs. Every family goes through home assessment by an ‘Angel Team’ to determine their needs, and if a financial need exists, the nonprofit will assist them on a temporary basis until they can get back on their feet. Since 2006, the foundation has helped more than 750 families in a variety of ways. For more information about the foundation, visit www.BrandonFoundation.com or call 689-6889

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The 84th Annual 2019 Strawberry Festival Is Sure To Be A Hit

By Michelle Colesanti

The 84th annual Strawberry Festival promises to be a ‘berry’ sweet time for those in attendance. This year, it takes place from Thursday, February 28 to Sunday, March 10. Enjoy 11 days of family-friendly entertainment which includes fair food delights, concerts, rides, stage shows, attractions and exhibits. The Festival represents the fabric of American life which is woven into the Festival through its social events, 2019 Strawberry Festival Queen Kendall Gaudens, along with First Maid Madilyn contests, youth proConrad and court members Kennedy Cullins, Jada Brown and Olivia Frazier, can be seen at festival events throughout the grounds. The 84th annual Strawberry grams, top-name enterFestival will take place from Thursday, February 28 to Sunday, March 10. tainment and parades Strawberry Fritters, Strawberry Kettle year. “Once with glorious floats and marching Korn, Strawberry Cream Puffs, Deep again, we have bands. It continues to preserve and Fried Strawberry Cheese Burst as an outstanding enhance the agricultural and historiwell as lots of other fair foods for you group of young cal legacy of the Florida strawberry. to feast on. ladies who will Gates open at 10 a.m. and close Kendall Gaudens, a senior at represent us well at 10 p.m. daily. Midway times vary. Plant City High School, was crowned for the 84th General admission is $10 for ages 13 the 2019 Florida Strawberry Festival year,” said and up. Children 5 and under are Queen from a field of 31 contestants. President Paul admitted free when accompanied by She, along with First Maid Madilyn Davis a paying adult. Children 6 to 12 Conrad and court members Kennedy There is no require a youth ticket purchase of $5. Cullins, Jada Brown and Olivia place better than Each year, more than 500,000 Frazier, can be seen at festival the Strawberry Festival to catch visitors enjoy all the Festival offers, events throughout the grounds, some of your favorite concerts. including its signature strawberry including on the Wish Farms Favorites such as Alabama, Willie shortcake. Soundstage before each of the 24 Nelson, Kool & The Gang, Styx, Other ways to enjoy Plant City’s headline entertainment shows and at Martina McBride, Chris Janson and fresh strawberries while visiting community events throughout the Old Dominion will take to the Wish include Strawberry Fudge,

Farms Soundstage. Reserved seats for headline entertainment shows are available at the Amscot Main Ticket Gate located at 2209 W. Oak Ave., in Plant City. An additional ticket office located on the SW corner of the TECO Expo Hall will be open during the Festival to sell any remaining reserved seat tickets. With your paid admission, there is also a lot of free entertainment to enjoy. In the Publix Showcase Tent, Dennis Lee takes the stage daily at 12 Noon, 2 and 4 p.m. most days. The 2019 Florida Strawberry Festival Battle of the Bands will take place Thursday, February 28, Tuesday, March 5 and Thursday, March 7 at 6 p.m. In the Kellogg’s Strawberry Tent, you can watch Kari & Billy daily at 12 Noon, 4 and 7 p.m.; Kazual daily at 1, 3 and 6 p.m. and The Walker Boys daily at 2 and 5 p.m. All around the grounds there is plenty to check out, including the Paul Bunyan Lumberjacks vs. Lumberjills daily at 12 Noon, 2 and 4 p.m. Additional 6 p.m. shows are on Saturdays and Sundays. The Pompeyo Dog Show takes place daily at 12:30, 3:30 and 5:30 p.m., and enjoy the silly fun at the Robinson’s Racing Pigs, which runs daily at 11 a.m., 12 Noon, 2, 4, 6 and 8 p.m. Youth Livestock Shows will take place throughout the Festival days.

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Master Gardener Library Program: Right Plant In The Right Place Wednesday, March 6; 6:30-8 p.m. Bloomingdale Library, 1906 Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico Find your dream plants. Learn useful industry terms that will help you avoid impulsive or ‘shot-gun’ purchases. Please bring a plant or other gardening item for a fun Plant Swap. Email Richard@seedroff.com or call 303-638-3917 for more info.

Sporting Clay Challenge - Let's Shoot For A Cure For MS!

Friday, March 8 at 8-11 a.m. FishHawk Sporting Clays, 13505 Hobson Simmons Rd.; Lithia Cost: $75 individual ($80 after 3/1); $280 Team of 4 ($300 after 3/1) Includes 50 Clay Targets, two boxes of Shells, BBQ lunch and soft drinks Trophies Awarded. E-mail info@teampango.com.

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Weekends: February 16-March 31; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (Rain or Shine) Battle Axe Pub, Living Unicorn, Giant Puppet Troupe, Bow Blast, Armored Joust, Aerial Act. Discounted tickets are at Circle K and BayAreaRenFest.com.

Tampa Bay Chief Petty Officers Meeting

Fourth Thursday each month; 6:30 p.m. Tampa Buffet, 3904 S. Dale Mabry, Britton Plaza, Tampa For information, call Chuck Peterman, President – 767-1569

Parkinson's Support Group At Savannah Court Of Brandon

Third Tuesday of the month; 6 p.m. Savannah Court of Brandon, 824 N. Parsons Ave., Brandon Call 643-6767 to RSVP with Rhonda Fournier, Executive Director

Master Gardener Plant Clinic

Tuesday, March 5; 6:30 p.m. Riverview Library, 10509 Riverview Dr. Orchids: The Basics will be presented by Master Gardener Verna Dickey. Call 273-3652 for more information.

Monthly Car Show & Cannoli

First Saturday of the month; 2-5 p.m. Beve Cibo, 5622 Lithia Pinecrest Rd., Lithia Sponsored by First Light Home Care. 50/50 Raffle supports Relay for Life $1 of every Sparkling Berries Cocktail donated back to Relay.

Hawthorne Health & Rehab Parkinson’s Disease Support Group

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On Tuesday, February 26, enjoy a fun night with friends painting while enjoying some wine and light refreshments. The cost is $25. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and painting begins at 7 p.m. There will be opportunity baskets along with a 50/50 chance to win cash. Get your tickets early as space is limited. It will take place at 209 N. Moon Ave. in Brandon. Funds will help purchase musical instruments for McLane Middle School. Contact Sharon for tickets and information at 416-4048 or red2moose@yahoo.com.

Moving Day, A Walk For Parkinson’s To Take Place At USF In April

On Saturday, April 6 from 8:30 a.m.12 Noon, the Parkinson’s Foundation will host its fifth annual Moving Day Tampa Bay, A Walk for Parkinson’s to unite the Tampa Bay community in the fight against Parkinson’s. Funds raised through Moving Day will support cutting-edge research and community programs to improve the lives of people with Parkinson’s disease and their families here in Tampa Bay. More than just a walk, this is a celebration of movement featuring a kids’ area, Resource Pavilion and its signature Movement Pavilion with yoga, dance, Tai Chi and Rock Steady Boxing—all proven to help manage Parkinson’s symptoms. Moving Day Tampa Bay will take place at the University of South Florida campus. To register and to donate, visit www.movingdaytampabay.org. If your company would like to spon-

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The G.F.W.C. Valrico Service League, Inc. Presents ‘Puttin' On The Ritz Bunco’

Come join the G.F.W.C. Valrico Service League's Puttin’ on the Ritz Bunco for a night of fun on Thursday, March 7. Social Time/Dinner is from 6-7 p.m. with Bunco starting at 7 p.m. It will be held at Center Place Fine Arts Center, located at 619 Vonderburg Dr. in Brandon. Tickets cost $20 and include light dinner, drinks and prizes. Tickets may be purchased at Center Place or contact Claudia Yake at 685-7998. Proceeds help support local school children and families in need in the community.

Plant & Rummage Sale

The Riverview Garden Club will hold its annual Plant & Rummage Sale on Saturday, February 23 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Riverview Civic Center, located at 11020 Park Dr. in Riverview. With a huge variety of flowering, Florida-friendly, vegetable and herb plants and seeds, this is a great opportunity to add to your spring garden. The rummage sale includes household goods, clothing, books, collectables and gardening items and tools, and the bake sale offers a wonderful selection of cookies, cakes, pies and breads baked by Club members. This fundraising event supports the Riverview Garden Club's annual college scholarship awards for graduating senior students from area high schools and its grants to local nonprofit community cooperative gardens. Free admission and parking, and student volunteers will even help get your purchases to your car.

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Crawfish Festival At Winthrop Seeks Sponsors Volunteers And Donations

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There are many ways that you can help make this event a success, including sponsorships, volunteers, donations, selling tickets and more. For more information, please visit at www.luvcrawfish.com or call event organizer Rhonda McDaniel at 330-9321.

The Rotary Club of FishHawkRiverview is pleased to announce the Ninth Annual Crawfish Festival, brought to you by Christopher Ligori and Associates, which will be held on Saturday, April 27 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Founders G.F.W.C. Valrico Service League members at last year’s Bunco. Square Park in Winthrop at East Hillsborough Democratic Club 11109 Winthrop Market St. in Riverview. Meets All the money raised is donated to local charities and scholarship funds. The March meeting of the East There will be live music and plenty of Hillsborough Democratic Club will be food, drinks, desserts and activities for the on Tuesday March 12 at Beef O’Brady’s, 4330 Bell Shoals Rd. in Valrico. Bring family and friends at 6 p.m. for the meet and greet. The meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. The scheduled speaker for March is Amien Kacou/ACLU Immigration Lawyer. Visit www.easthillsboroughdems.org. children. There is no entry fee. A crawfish meal is $20 and will include about two lbs. of crawfish with the fixings (corn and potatoes). Other food items and beverages will be available for purchase at the event, including Cajun & Creole food and drinks, hamburgers and hotdogs. Pepin Brewing will be providing a beer truck.

HAMBINGO Night Benefits Kappa Kappa Chapter

Join the fun on Tuesday, March 19 at Hamburger Mary's Brandon, located at 2016 Town Center Blvd., for a night of HAMBINGO. This is a Kappa Kappa Chapter fundraiser benefiting local children's charities. Call ahead to 643-2110 for reservations.

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Full Steam Ahead As Thomas The Tank Engine Visits The Florida Railroad Museum All aboard! Thomas the Tank Engine invites little engineers to go full steam ahead for a day of engaging activities and fun adventures at Day Out With Thomas: The Steam Team Tour 2019. Children are invited to spend a day with their friend Thomas when the #1 Engine pulls into Parrish on Saturday and Sunday, March 9 and 10 and Friday to Sunday, March 15-17. Day Out With Thomas: The Steam Team Tour 2019 is presented by Mattel. This fun-filled event offers children and their families the opportunity to take a ride with Thomas the Tank Engine, star of the popular Thomas & Friends™ series. In addition, they will meet Sir Topham Hatt, Controller of the Railway and more. The tour, now in its 24th year, will make 37 stops across the U.S. and Canada and is expected to welcome nearly one million passengers in 2019. Take a 25-minute ride on a talking Thomas the Tank Engine and meet and greet with Sir Topham Hatt. A variety of activities will be featured at Thomas & Friends Imagination Station. There will be an all-new ‘Ask an Engineer’ booth where kids can talk to an engineer and learn about trains and working on the rails. A ‘Passport to Adventures’ booklet will be available for children to track their journey at the event and receive a special prize upon completion.

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An Ounce of Prevention; ‘Measuring’ The Value Of Ongoing Medical Care By Dr. Jennifer Challenger DVM, MPH

That old saying that an ounce of prevention beats a pound of cure sometimes is overlooked as we get caught up with our busy schedules and active lives. However, there is a lot of truth in that saying and none more important than that involving preventative health care. This is especially true where our pets are involved. Annual vaccines for pets are a very important form of preventative medicine because they prevent disease and suffering for our furry family members. The most commonly recognized vaccine protects against the rabies virus, which can be fatal in both pets and people. Because of this, it is required by law to be given to your pets every year. There are many diseases that your pets can catch just from walking and sniffing as they explore their surroundings. That is why annual vaccine boosters, such as Distemper and Parvovirus for dogs as well as Feline Leukemia and FIP for cats, are so important. Another important vaccine is Bordetella, which protects against a highly contagious respiratory disease that is spread through the air. Lyme disease is yet another disease for which your pets should be vaccinated and is a concern especially when and where ticks are present. Vaccine programs are generally start-

ed between 6 and 8 weeks of age, when puppies and kittens come to the veterinarian for their first check-up. These vaccines must be boostered several times in the next few months and then annually, or in some cases every six months, after that. These annual and semi-annual visits to the veterinarian are also an important part of preventative medicine. During these visits, the veterinarian will examine your pet to ensure that he or she is healthy. The vet may find that your pet has dental problems or conditions of the skin or ears that, if caught and treated early, can save your pet unnecessary suffering-and you great expense. Once a pet is 7 years of age or older, it is a good idea to have yearly blood work completed, which will not only detect problems before they become severe, but will also give you peace of mind that your pet is aging gracefully. Many veterinarians offer this blood work at a reduced price in conjunction with a pet's annual vaccination visit. Be sure to ask your veterinarian about a wellness or geriatric blood profile while you are at the office with your pet. Many feline and canine diseases can now be prevented through vaccination, monthly preventatives and regular health examinations. A vaccination and preventative schedule prepared by your veterinarian can thus greatly contribute to good health and a longer life span for your pets.

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Weird, Wacky And Wonderful Holidays-FEBRUARY 2019 Chopsticks Day * National Random Acts of Kindness Day * National Walking The Dog Day * National Tortilla Chip Day

By Kelly Wise Valdes

Did you know that there are an abundance of daily holidays and special days every month? Some are immersed in tradition, while others may be silly, bizarre, unique, special or inspirational. Unofficial Holidays are not traditionally marked on calendars but are celebrated by various groups and individuals. Some are designed to promote a cause or to recognize historical events not recognized officially, while others are fun holidays, generally intended to just be humorous. So, in the midst of our busy lives, maybe consider taking time to enjoy some of the entertaining but lesser-known holidays throughout the year. The month of February is typically associated with romantic dinners, boxes of chocolate, roses and engagement rings. Often referred to as the ‘month of love,’ it is also the shortest month of the year. February is also the only month of the year that can pass without a full moon, which can happen every 19 years. If you’re not a hopeless romantic looking for a full moon with your non-existent Valentine’s date or if you’re allergic to flowers or perhaps have given up chocolate for dietary reasons, you can find a multitude of other fun-loving holidays to celebrate this month. If you love Asian food, then National Chopsticks Day on Wednesday, February 6 is a day to celebrate! No matter how much some of us may struggle with these wooden wonders, chopsticks are fun to use! Chopsticks originated in China more than 5,000 years ago and are used in almost all Asian cultures. In

fact, more than a quarter of the world's population uses chopsticks on a daily basis. Chopsticks can be made of wood, bamboo, plastic, fine china or metal. The word chopstick translates to the phrase ‘quick little bamboo fellows.’ So on this special day, you should run, don’t wok, to your favorite Chinese takeout such as Chopsticks at 801 E Brandon Blvd. in Brandon or Asian Yummy House located at 10679 Big Bend Rd. in Riverview. If your fortune cookie told you to be kind to strangers, then this next holiday will be worth celebrating. National Random Acts of Kindness Day takes place on Sunday, February 17 and is observed nationwide by people, groups and organizations. This special, feel-good day has grown in popularity and has become a favorite day to many people. Take this opportunity to make a difference in someone’s day. Maybe bring baked goods to the office to share with coworkers, let somebody go first in the grocery store or pay for the food-order of

the person behind you at a drive-thru. If you made a difference in someone’s life on this day, share your idea with others on social media using #RandomActsOfKindnessDay. For more ideas, visit www.randomactsofkindness.org. If you missed a random act of kindness, then never fear! You can be kind to your dog on Friday, February 22 for National Walking the Dog Day. This day combines two important things in life- dogs and exercise. Our loyal pooches love a good stroll with their humans. So grab walking shoes, the leash, some treats and take your favorite canine for a stroll. Want to try something new? Try a different trail, go to a new park, or simply try a different route than normal. Your dog will love exploring the new sights, scents and sounds. What if you don’t have a dog? Visit your local animal shelter and take some dogs in need of adoption on a walk. Taking a dog on a walk is also a great way meet new people. If your dog would rather go on a

cruise instead of a walk, consider a 90minute sunset cruise. With a quick trip across the Sunshine Skyway, you can take your canine companion on a sightseeing cruise through residential waterways and tropical barrier islands south of Pass-A-Grille. Visit www.shellkeyshuttle.com for more information. After a good walk, nothing hits the spot like a crunchy snack. National Tortilla Chip Day on Sunday, February 24 is the day to honor the yummy salty treat. Tortilla chips are made from corn tortillas that have been cut into wedges and fried. Even though tortilla chips are considered to be a Mexican food, known as tostados, they were first mass-produced in Los Angeles in the late 1940s. It is said that the triangle-shaped tortilla chips were created as a way to use the misshapen tortillas that were rejected from the automated tortilla-manufacturing machine. People everywhere love a good tortilla chip to dip in salsa, guacamole, cheese dips or made into nachos. Honor this day by ordering some chips and salsa at your favorite Mexican restaurant such as Taqueria Don Julio located at 12859 U.S. 301 in Riverview or La Villa Mexican Grill located at 4377 Lynx Paw Trail in Valrico. Use #NationalTortillaChipDay to post on social media. February boasts many other fun holidays including: Stuffed Mushroom Day, National Organ Donor Day, Cherry Pie Day and Polar Bear Day. For a complete list, visit www.holidayinsights.com.

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Wild Game Night Provides ‘Guys Night Out’ To Support Local Charities

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Local men are venue located at invited to the Rotary 8407 Lupton Pl. off Club of Brandon’s Keysville Rd. in 41st Annual ‘Wild Plant City. Game Night’ on As in past Friday, March 8 from years, a highlight of 6-10 p.m. This stag the evening is the event has been chance to win thouaround since 1978, sands of dollars’ attracting men worth of items throughout the bay through silent aucarea; giving them a tions, a raffle and chance to gather for Rotarian member John Sellers stands in door prizes, which a ‘wild’ night of fun. front of the guns that were auctioned and will feature great raffled off at a previous Wild Game Night. hunting, fishing and You will enjoy sampling a variety sports-related items. of expertly prepared wild game, Two years ago, Wild which in the past has included Game Night featured special venison, quail and wild hog as guests Jon & Gina Brunson, well as barbeque provided by hosts of the Outdoor Lupton’s. Authentic Ybor City Channel’s Addicted to the cigars will be rolled on-site for Outdoors. purchase and can be enjoyed All proceeds from Wild with a drink from the open bar Game Night are donated to stocked with top-shelf liquors. local charities, including Boys According to JJ Massaro, over 600 & Girls Club in Riverview, Brandon Sports people are expected to attend. In the & Aquatic Center, Boy Scouts of America, past, this event has raised over $65,000. The Outreach Clinic, ECHO, Good He said, “It’s a fun night for everyone who Samaritan Mission and Grow Into You attends, and what makes it extra special Foundation. is the money we raise at the event helps Donations for tickets are $100 and our local community.” are available from any Brandon Rotary The event offers a rare chance to get Club member or through together with friends. Many a friendship www.eventbrite.com/e/wild-game-dinerhas been rekindled by meeting a long-lost tickets-30047296272. friend at this event. There are even For tickets or more information, conrumors that this event has helped close tact Joe Campoamor at 748-2076 or many a business transaction as well. jcampoamor@integrityft.com. For more The event starts at 6 p.m. at Lupton’s information on Brandon Rotary, visit Boggy Bottom Ranch, a wooded outdoor www.brandonrotary.org.

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There is more to explore Throughout 2019, than ever before at Busch park guests can enjoy Gardens Tampa Bay in 2019. can’t-miss events for all New this year, park guests can tastes and ages, includenjoy fan favorite events ing the following fan EVERY week of 2019 as a part favorites: of the park’s 60thAnniversary Sesame Street celebration. Guests can enjoy Safari of Fun Kids’ the celebration all year with Weekends on Saturdays great deals on park admission, and Sundays, February including BOGO Fun Cards– 2-10, May 4-19, and purchase a Busch Gardens October 5-27. Fun Card and receive an Food & Wine Adventure Island Fun Card for Festival on select dates FREE–and a FREE Preschool from March 16-April 28. Card available for children age Guy Harvey five and younger. Weekends on With a nostalgic nod to the Saturdays and park’s roots as a brewery, Sundays, May 11 & 12, guests ages 21 and older can Dec. 7 & 8; enjoy two complimentary beer Jack Hanna samples each day of 2019 at Weekend on Saturday Serengeti Outlook Pub and and Sunday, May 18 & Restaurant and Garden Gate 19; Café. The cold brews will proSummer Nights vide the perfect accompaninightly from May 31ment to a day at the park. Valid August 11; Busch Gardens Celebrates 60 years of providing fun and entertainment. Enjoy 52 weeks of special events identification is required for age Fall & Holiday Favorites, throughout 2019. verification. Real Music, Real including: Bier Fest – a unique Cirque Vertigo featuring the Ballroom with a Twist: Masters Monday–Saturday, January blend of food and favorite craft beers 7–March 16 Wallenda Duo: February 11–16 from around the world and local The longest-running concert series favorites; Howl-O-Scream*, celebratMarch 11–16 The 5th Dimension: at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay has ing 20 years this fall, there is nowhere Herman’s Hermits starring February 18–23 returned again with incredible live to hide at Howl-O-Scream 2019; and Peter Noone: January 28– Eaglemania: The World’s music and entertainment spanning Christmas Town, with millions of twinfrom the 1950s to today. Daily perFebruary 2 Greatest Ealges Tribute Band: kling lights and festive shows. formances at the park’s Stanleyville For more information, visit the The Diamonds: February 25–March 2 Theater include the following worldBusch Gardens Tampa Bay website February 4–9 Lorrie Morgan: March 4–9 https://buschgardens.com/tampa. class acts:

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La Septima Café In Brandon Continues To Bring Ybor Style Flair

By Tatiana Ortiz

A local eatery in the city of Brandon continues to bring its Ybor City style home cooking taste to the tables of its diners as it reaches being in operation for 24 years. Dahlia Fernandez and Starting on the her husband left: R.J. Ron Fernandez, Fernandez, Dahlia who own La Fernandez, Septima Café, Jennifer offer a blend of Mussenden and Ron Fernandez. the Spanish, Cuban and Italian cultures into all of its dishes. On February 9, 1995, La Septima Café became established. As the restaurant outgrew its original space on Parsons Avenue, a better opportunity arose for it to relocate to the La Viva Plaza in 2011. It can now seat more than 100 guests comfortably. To add, La Septima Café closed in its patio to give it more of an industrial appeal, along with expanding the dining room another 32 seats and gained a private dining room with 24 seats in it, too. Dahlia said she is pleased about the newer location. “The transition worked out great as we received more parking, a full bar and new customers from the south side of Brandon, the FishHawk and River Hills communities,” Dahlia said.

La Septima Café also offers a wide variety of foods and beverages. For those dining here for the first time, Dahlia recommends ordering a dish called ‘Walk Around La Septima,’ which costs $16.85. It consists of a sampling of the house favorites such as Ropa Vieja, Picadillo and more. La Septima also provides a daily lunch special menu from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. It also serves an array of alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages that includes coffee, soft drinks, wine and more. La Septima Café also offers off-site catering, delivery through Mobile Meals and takeout, just to name a few. “Overall, we have a history with our community and appreciate all of the support,” Dahlia said. For more information, please visit La Septima’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/LaSeptimaCafe/ or please visit the website at http://laseptimacafe.com/index.shtm. It is located at 702 West Lumsden Rd. in Brandon. Open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m.- 9 p.m. Call 685-0502.

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Shapes Fitness For Women In Brandon Springs Into Renovations

By Kelly Wise Valdes

As spring healthy fitness journey. approaches, many “All our trainers of us are preparing are available for your for spring cleanings meetings, socials and and fresh starts. networking needs this Ann Gilbert, owner spring,” said Gilbert. of Shapes Fitness Shapes will partfor Women, is ner with a nutritionhappy to announce al business that that her Brandon will be offering Shapes Fitness For Women, located at 731 W. Lumsden location is gearing healthy suppleRd. in Brandon, is gearing up up for a springtime mentation, snacks for a $500,000 renovation renovation of its and mini meals. In that will include new equipment and other amenities to make this loca- addition, the nearly own. As part of a tion a state-of-the-art facility. continually growing $500,000 renovanational franchise from coast to coast, the tion will include new equipment, flooring, Brandon Shapes Fitness location will be locker room and a massage room, aqua expanding to offer clients a new small massage and deep stretch therapy. group training area, a Precor active and fit “Our spa amenities will be refreshed training area for physique and strength as and specialized aquatic programming will well as a new weight loss center complete be introduced, including board training, with software supported meal planning triathlon training as well as weight manand consulting. agement and aquatic arthritis specialty “Members will have the option to parclasses,” said Gilbert. “The fitness comticipate in month-to-month programming munity will be welcome; swim lessons for suited to their exact need and goal,” said all ages, water safety and survival coursGilbert. “There will never be a need to es.” sign a yearlong contract. Group fitness The Brandon location as well as programming will include the hottest Gilbert’s second Shapes location in trends in the industry with equipment to Riverview is proud to be part of a growing support the trendy options.” women’s-only boutique style fitness franThe 14,000 sq. ft. facility will stay chise. open during the remodel that is slated to “We will continue to be affordable, begin in the end of March and is estimatdependable and always current,” said ed to take between five – 10 weeks. Gilbert. Shapes is located at 731 W. During this time, Gilbert also plans to con- Lumsden Rd. in Brandon. Gilbert’s sectinue her community-wide effort to eduond fitness facility is located at 11357 Big cate women about why being comfortable Bend Rd. in Riverview. in the workout environment decreases Visit www.Brandon.shapesfitnessforobstacles to starting or continuing a women.com for details.

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show for all ladies. No membership is required, but a reservation is requested by Friday, March 1. The Luncheon will take place at Bell Shoals Baptist , Church in The ti n sa elle Cole h ic M Special Event y db m Compile preyobserver.co Center, 2102 Bell s @o michelle Shoals Rd. in Brandon. The cost is $15 and first-time guests pay $10. Please Breakfast For Dinner make a reservation with Lillie at 940-0098. The Holy Innocents’ Chapter of Brotherhood of St. Andrew is hostCalling All Performers ing a Shrove Tuesday Pancake For Impact’s Got Talent Dinner. Join in for a fun evening of Show fellowship and pancakes on Tuesday, March 5. Dinner, which Mark your calendar includes pancakes (all you care to for Friday, April 12 for the eat), sausage and a beverage, will fifth annual Impact’s Got be served from 5-8 p.m. The cost is Talent fundraising event $5 per person with a max of $15 per based off the hit television family. All proceeds will benefit com- show America’s Got munity service projects of the Talent. The family-friendly Brotherhood of St. Andrews. The event kicks off at 6:30 event will be held at Holy Innocents p.m. at Bloomingdale High School, Episcopal Church, 604 N. Valrico located at 1700 Bloomingdale Ave. Rd. in Valrico. Please contact the in Valrico. The grand prize is $250. church during normal business Admission is $10 per person hours at 689-3130 for more informa- and is available on Eventbrite.com. tion. The evening will also feature a 50/50 raffle and silent auction. All Enjoy Designer Fashions At ticket sales benefit the Impact proBrandon Christian Women’s gram, which promotes healthy Connection Next Luncheon lifestyles and relationships to teens, The Brandon Christian Women's parents, teachers and other youth leaders through classroom educaConnection March Luncheon will tion and its teen summer staff profeature 'Designer Fashions by gram. Debbie' on Monday, March 11 from Auditions will be held on 11 a.m.-1 p.m. This is a fashion

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Sunday, March 3 from 1-5 p.m. at The Venue, located at 11268 Boyette Rd. in Riverview. Participation is for those in grades K-12 with all acts three minutes or under. Performances include but are not limited to: vocalists, actors, dancers (solo, duets and groups) and musicians. To sign up for an audition time, please contact Jennifer Crum at 863-661-3236 or crummiej@tampabay.rr.com. Contestants selected

for the event will be asked to pay a registration fee of $15 per person (solos & duets) and $10 per person for groups of three or more to help offset the cost of trophies and prizes. To be an event sponsor, contact Angie Kagey at 264-9368 or akagey@whatisimpact.com. For more information, visit Impact’s Got Talent 2019 Facebook Event page or www.whatisimpact.com.

financial services, including life insurance, annuities and investments on March 6. Toni Stanaland, an independent insurance agent; Linda Walker of Poppell Insurance, Inc.; and Mark McDade of Accurate Insurance Solutions will talk about health care services on March 13. This includes health plans under the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare), short-term health plans that were recently approved, Medicare and faith-based healthcare alternatives. Group insurance and Medicaid will also be discussed. Jon Poppell of Poppell Insurance, Inc. will be talking about personal insurance on March 27. This includes homeowner's insurance, automobile insurance and umbrella policies. Renters insurance and motorcycle insurance will also be discussed. Finally, Chuck Jenning of Acentria Insurance will discuss commercial (business) insurance on April 3. There will be no meeting on March 20 (spring break). The seminars are free and open to the public. If you plan to attend, please call the church office at 6891204. Free childcare is available if needed. The seminars are sponsored by the First Baptist Brandon

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The Brandon Lions Club is holding a Garage Sale on Saturday, March 23 from 8 a.m. to 12 Noon at its clubhouse, located at 610 Limona Rd. in Brandon. Proceeds from this sale will be used for Lions Club projects around the state and within the Brandon area. You just never know what ‘treasure’ you might find. The Lions Club has been recognized as one of the very few organizations which donates 100 percent of the money received from fundraising projects.

Bolts Family Game Night At Tampa Theatre

The Tampa Bay Lightning and the Lightning Foundation will host the first-annual Bolts Family Game Night, presented by DEX Imaging and Shriners Hospitals for Children®, on Sunday, March 3 from 5-8 p.m. at historic Tampa Theatre in downtown Tampa. Enjoy the Bolts Family Game Night with a Game Show featuring

Lightning players and then move outside to a Block Party with interactive games, activities and an appearance by Lightning personalities and

more. Tickets will go on sale to Lightning Season Ticket Members on Tuesday, January 29 at 10 a.m. and to the general public at 1 p.m. by visiting www.tampabaylightning.com/boltsfamilygamenight. Proceeds will benefit local charities through the Lightning Foundation. The cost is $45 for an adult ticket and $25 for a youth ticket (ages 12 and under). Tampa Theatre is located at 711 N Franklin St. in Tampa.

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Help support Pepin Academies Gala and Silent Auction on Saturday, March 2 from 6-9 p.m. at TPepin’s Hospitality Centre in Tampa, 4121 N. 50th St. Enjoy delicious food, fun, dancing and 20th Anniversary Tribute Cocktail attire.

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Fundraiser To Help South County Spartans Athletic League

A fundraiser will be held for the South County Spartans Athletic League on Saturday, March 16 at 4 p.m. at Cutter’s Cigars, located at 715 W. Lumsden Ave. in Brandon. The Bantner Law Firm is the presenting sponsor and Minuteman Press is the ticket sponsor. Tickets are $20 and entitle each purchaser to one free beer and one free premium cigar. There will also be raffle items and a silent auction presented by Socially Funded. For more information, please contact Adam Bantner at 416-7965 or email the organizer at Adam@TampaCrimeAttorneys.com to purchase tickets.

500 Volunteers Needed For 2019 Point-In-Time Count

The Tampa Hillsborough Homeless Initiative (THHI) is looking for 500 volunteers to participate in the 2019 Point-in-Time Count, which will take place from 7 a.m.-8 p.m. on Thursday, February 28. In partnership with Hillsborough County and the City of Tampa, the 2019 Point-inTime Count is a systematic plan where volunteers will provide a snapshot of the homeless population by counting homeless residents in Hillsborough County. Volunteers will be deployed in two shifts (7 a.m. -12 Noon and 3-8 p.m.) from Brandon, Downtown Tampa, Plant City, Ruskin, Town 'N Country, West Tampa, Westshore

Bunco For Education Hosted By GFWC Brandon Junior Woman’s Club

Please join the GFWC Brandon Junior Woman's Club at its annual ‘Bunco for Education’ on Thursday, March 14, at The Bridges Assisted Living Facility at 11350 Bloomingdale Ave. in Riverview. Refreshments will begin at 6 p.m. Bunco follows at 6:45 p.m. Tickets are $20 each and can be purchased by contacting Maureen Spagnola at 758-9593, or at maureenspagnola@gmail.com. Net proceeds will fund college scholarships, school supplies for local children, and other important projects of the Education Committee.

Hawthorne Village Presents Ask The Expert - Important Discoveries About Heart Disease

Dr. Andrew Daley, MD of Daley & Associates PrimeMed of Tampa Bay, will speak at Hawthorne Village Retirement Community in the Media Center on Wednesday, February 27 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. He will speak on important discoveries about heart disease. A free light lunch will be served. Dr. Daley is board certified in Internal Medicine with a special interest in Geriatric Care and patient education to improve healthcare and quality of life. Hawthorne Village is located at 851 Lumsden Rd. in Brandon. Please RSVP by Monday, February 25 to Jan at 760-4206.

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LifeCare Network’s Annual Golf Tournament With Helicopter Drop

By Amanda Boston

The LifeCare God’s plan for marannual golf tourriage. nament will be The ministry held on Friday, offers a compreMarch 8 at the hensive approach River Hills to women and Country Club in men facing pregValrico. Check-in nancy decisions. begins at 11 a.m. Through its pregand is followed nancy medical clinby lunch and a ics called Choices helicopter golf Women’s Center, ball drop. The LifeCare adminisshotgun start is at ters an average of 12:45 p.m. 50 pregnancy tests The registraeach month, lifeWith contests like ‘The Longest Drive’ spread tion fee is $150 affirming ultrathroughout the course, golfers have multiple opportunities to win prizes while raising money sounds and ongoper person and for a worthy cause. includes golfing, ing support. lunch, dinner, a Dri-Fit polo shirt, goodie “The Lord uses these resources as a bags and contests along the golf course. tool and incentive to draw these families The contests provide participants with back to our center where we have the opportunities to win cash prizes and trips. opportunity to build a relationship with The helicopter drop, a favorite among them to share Christ and disciple these the contestants, will drop golf balls from parents as they learn to trust God and the sky. The participant with the golf ball His plan for their future," explained closet to the target wins. The suggested Jessica Rickenbach, the development donation for the golf ball drop is $10 per director for LifeCare. ball. LifeCare educates each woman who “The LifeCare golf tournament is an comes in for a pregnancy test on aborevent I look forward to each year,” said tion, adoption and parenting. Its services Pastor Dan Reid, the chairman of are always free of charge, confidential, LifeCare’s Board of Directors. “It’s a and available to everyone. For more chance to play some great golf and supinformation about LifeCare, visit port a really great cause.” www.LifeCareNetwork.net. The fundraising event supports the Contact Jessica Rickenbach at LifeCare Network, which exists to lead Jessica@LifeCareNetwork.net or 654those they serve to know Christ, protect 0491. The River Hills Country Club is the sanctity of human life and promote located at 3943 New River Hills Pkwy. in biblically based sexuality according to Valrico.

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Flight To Honor Schedules Fifth Mission For D.C. Daytrip

By Stacy Huisman

Flight to Honor of Polk Veterans Council is sponsoring its fifth mission to fly war veterans to visit national war memorials in Washington D.C. on Tuesday, April 30. The flight will depart from and return to Lakeland International Airport for the one-day visit to Washington D.C. Established in 2013, Flight to Honor is a local area program modeled after the national Honor Flight program. Its mission is to safely transport area veterans to Washington D.C. to visit the memorials built in their honor for their service to our country. Flight to Honor also offers an opportunity for the community, both young and old, to express their appreciation for the service of WWII, Korean and Vietnam veterans by celebrating their homecoming. Flight to Honor will fly 180 veterans and guardians to the nation’s capital for the fifth mission since 2013. All veterans are eligible to apply. The flight is free to veterans, and all veterans are eligible as long as they have not been on a previous flight. Gary Clark, Chairman of Flight to Honor and veteran, leads the charge in planning, organizing and executing these trips. Clark has been with Polk

Veterans Council for 20 years and has led Flight to Honor since its inception. “A veteran, his name was Ted, and his whole desire was to go on an Honor Flight. Ted was one of four brothers. Two of his brothers were killed during WWII, while him and his other brother came home. Two of his brother-in-laws were also killed in WWII. All Ted wanted to do was visit the memorial to validate what he had done in Normandy. Two days before Veterans Day last year, he was 97 years old and in the hospital. I went to see him. He told me not to tell to his wife, but that the Honor Flight was the greatest day of his life. He passed away later that evening.” Clark encourages the public to donate and support these special oneday trips. Whether through volunteering for orientation, sponsoring a veteran or becoming guardian, there are many ways the public can help. He also encourages the community to welcome home returning flights. If you are a veteran or know of a veteran that would be interested in April’s Flight to Honor, applications are now being accepted online at www.polkveteranscouncil.com, or email FlighttoHonorPolk@gmail.com.

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The Straz Center Offers Theater Lovers A Taste Of Everything

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Exciting things have been happening at The Straz Center during the 20182019 Season. The line-up of touring Broadway blockbusters, a powerhouse opera series, a dramatic and thought-provoking play series and a remarkable collection of dance, theater, music and educational events have added an exciting vibe for local theater lovers. “We are really proud to be able to bring so much high quality performing arts to the Tampa area on our stages and in our school and in the community,” said President and CEO Judy Lisi. “This is a special season for us, and we hope for our entire community.” Excitement has filled the air since it was announced Hamilton was going to play in Tampa at The Straz Center. It is currently making its run and will continue through Sunday, March 10. There is still a lot to see during the 2018-2019 season at the Straz Center. The 2017 Tony Award®-winning Best Musical Dear Evan Hansen comes to The STRAZ Center from Tuesday to Sunday, April 9-14. It is the winner of six 2017 Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, and the 2018 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theatre Album. A letter that was never meant to be seen, a lie that was never meant to be told; a life he never dreamed he could have. Evan Hansen is about to get the one thing he is always wanted: a chance to finally fit in. Anastasia will take place from Tuesday to Sunday, May 7-12. This dazzling show will transport you from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the

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mystery of her past. Kinky Boots, winner of six Tony Awards®, including Best Musical in 2013, returns for a limited engagement from Friday to Sunday, May 17-19. It was inspired by true events and takes you from a gentlemen’s shoe factory in Northampton to the glamorous catwalks of Milan. Take a step in the right direction and discover that sometimes the best way to fit in is to stand out.

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Come From Away takes to the stage from Tuesday to Sunday, June 4-9. On 9/11, the world stopped. This is the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night and gratitude grew into enduring friendships. The 10th Anniversary tour of Rock of Ages will be in town from Tuesday to

Sunday, June 11-16. Broadway’s best party is turning up the volume. Nominated for five Tony Awards®, Rock of Ages captures the iconic era of 1980s Hollywood. Bring the kids to see The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical from Tuesday to Sunday, July 9-14. It is based on the best-selling DisneyHyperion novel by Rick Riordan. The Greek gods are real, and they are ruining Percy Jackson’s life. As a son of Poseidon, Percy has newly discovered powers he can’t control, monsters on his trail, and is on an epic quest to find Zeus’s lightning bolt to prevent a war between the gods. It was nominated for three Drama Desk Awards including Best Musical. No season would be complete without Best of Tampa Bay. The area’s premier food event, a benefit for the Straz Center’s education and mission-based programming and organized by The Producers volunteer group, is scheduled for Saturday, April 6. Single tickets for most performances in the Straz Center’s 2018-2019 season will go on sale to the public on Friday, July 27 and are available online at www.strazcenter.org beginning at 10 a.m. and by phone and in person at the Straz Center Ticket Sales Office beginning at 12 p.m. The Straz is located at 1010 N Macinnes Pl. in Tampa. For tickets or more information on all upcoming events, visit www.strazcenter.org or visit the Box Office Monday to Saturday from 12Noon-8 p.m. or Sunday from 12 Noon-6 p.m. Call 229-7827.

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The Bay Area Renaissance Festival Celebrates 41 Years Of Family Entertainment First held in 1979 in Largo, The Bay Area Renaissance Festival is a tradition that has lasted 41 years. From its small beginnings, it has grown into one of Tampa’s favorite annual attractions. When it began, the Festival featured renaissance dancing, archery contests, jugglers, mimes and madrigals. Through the years, attendance grew and so did the Festival. Now more than 80,000 people visit annually. It is open weekends through Sunday, March 31 and will also open on Friday, March 29. Escape from the present and journey into a time when kings and queens rule and mermaids and fairies are a reality. This year’s features include Bow Blast where you can take a shot at your friends in an all new Robin Hood-style bow and arrow game. Run around the course firing at your friends, but do not get shot. Get your picture taken with an oversized jester, king or knight. Mead N Feed is an all new Daily Royal Event for ages 21+ featuring mead tasting from Superior Lakes mead, wine and cider paired with cheeses, breads, fruits and entertainment you do not want to miss. Have you ever wondered what it is like to ride a knight’s horse? Stick around after the Joust and have your turn at being a noble knight of Fittleworth. Become the biggest dill in all the

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Brandon Native Earns Military Excellence Award At Recruit Training Command

By Alan Nunn, Recruit Training Command Public Affairs

Seaman Recruit Gabriella Diaz, a 2017 graduate of Brandon High School, graduated as top Sailor from Recruit Training Command, Division 068, earning the Military Excellence Award (MEA) in January. Diaz was proud to be selected for the MEA. “Being awarded the MEA motivates me beyond whatever motivation I had,” Diaz said. “It means a lot to be recognized so early in my Navy career. It proves that anyone, from any background, can do great things and push themselves further than they know.” The Navy Club of the United States Military Excellence Award is the top award presented to the No. 1 recruit of their graduating training group, who best exemplifies the qualities of enthusiasm, devotion to duty, military bearing and teamwork Diaz, 20, said she joined the Navy to pursue a career that is challenging and meaningful. “I feel it leads to more opportunities and experiences when you do things others are afraid to do or hold themselves back from,” Diaz said. “I wanted to have the opportunity to love my job, and both help and protect others at the same time.” Diaz drew inspiration from her

mother, Maria Velarde. “My most significant motivator is my mother,” Diaz said. “She is the most selfless, independent and toughest person I know.” Being in training at RTC during Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s was the tough part of boot camp for Diaz. “I am very familyoriented and spend a lot of time with them so it was hard to not get upset,” Diaz said. “I had to remind myself why I came and the bigger picture of what being at RTC means. It’s the starting point of a lifetime.” She credited her Recruit Division Commanders, Chief Electrician’s Mate Susan Pavao, Hull Maintenance Technician 1st Class Ryan Zanol and Gas Turbine System Technician (Mechanical) 2nd Class Angel Espinoza for their leadership and guidance. After graduation, Diaz will attend apprentice technical training and Electronics Technician ‘A’ School at Great Lakes. Electronics Technicians maintain and repair electronics equipment such as radar, communication and navigation equipment. Electronic Technicians comprise the basis of the ships’ combat systems department aboard ships and are responsible for maintaining the ships’ readiness for combat operations.

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Compost, Microirrigation And Rainwater Harvesting Workshops At Extension

By Lynn Barber

If you have not pretion conserves water viously attended these and is excluded from three workshops on a our current watering Saturday at the restrictions. By attendUniversity of Florida ing, you will receive a Institute of Food and microirrigation kit. Agricultural Sciences Learn how to har(UF/IFAS) Extension vest rainwater with a Hillsborough County, we Rain Barrel made from hope you will attend, a 55-gallon plastic food and you will be in for an grade drum. Recycling educational feast. Make food grade barrels is plans to register and useful in collecting rainspend an upcoming water for ornamental Compost Happens is one of three Saturday morning, plant irrigation while workshops offered in upcoming March 2, April 6, May 4, reducing erosion and months and is open to Hillsborough County residents. June 1 or July 13, at the stormwater runoff. One Compost, Microirrigation and Rainwater inch of rain on a 1,000 square foot of roof Harvesting workshops at its office in provides 623 gallons of water. In our Seffner. Workshops are for Hillsborough area, we receive 50-52 inches of rain per County residents, one time only, one set year. This means all of us could harvest of items per household and pre-registrain excess of 31,000 gallons of water for tion is required. landscape irrigation instead of using If you want to learn how to create potable water. By attending, you will your own compost, attend the Compost receive a drilled and spigoted rain barrel. Happens workshop and learn how to turn By attending one, two or all three trash into treasure. This workshop teachworkshops, you will expand your environes attendees to recycle kitchen and yard mental conservation education and have waste while creating a rich soil amendfun while learning something new. Cost to ment. Compost adds nutrients to the soil attend is $5 per household, per workand retains moisture in the root zone shop. For additional information and to where it can be used by plants. Instead of register, visit http://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/hillsborhauling your yard waste to the curb, com- ough/upcoming-events/. Workshops are post it on-site. By attending, you will sponsored by UF/IFAS Extension receive a compost bin and thermometer. Hillsborough County, Tampa Bay Water, Come to a Microirrigation workshop, City of Tampa Water Department and which teaches you how to have a healthy Hillsborough County Public Utilities. and attractive landscape while conserving Call 744-5519, or visit 5339 CR 579 water. Tips on installing and using microir- in Seffner where Florida-Friendly rigation are presented. Using microirrigaLandscaping™ can be seen in action!

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It’s A New Year With New Tax Rules And Hallmark CPA Can Help

By Brad Stager

The Tax Cuts and “Without question Jobs Act of 2017 was these are the best CPAs promoted as a way for we’ve ever hired,” he taxpayers to keep said. more of their income. Initial consultations According to Andrew are free and you might Hall, founder and parteven benefit by bringing ner of Hallmark CPA in last year’s tax return Group, benefitting from to be evaluated for misthe legislation may not takes or adjustbe straightforward for ments that all taxpayers. could mean “There are advanmoney in the tages from it, but the bank. Hall said Andrew Hall is the founder of Hallmark CPA Group and his firm has a knack filing is trickier,” he said. “Someone who’s has more than 20 years of experience for finding tax dollars in the accounting field. not a standard W-2 that are owed to their filer will need help.” clients. Among the changes is that there “Last year we saved our clients is now only one version of Form 1040. $500,000 by filing amended returns.” Filers who typically filed forms 1040A During his more than 20-year and 1040EZ in the past will use the career as a CPA, Hall worked for new form instead. international accounting firms in his Tax preparation is just one of the native England before establishing services available at Hallmark, located himself among Tampa’s CPA profesin the heart of Brandon. Payroll mansionals, including serving on the board agement, general bookkeeping and of directors of the South Tampa internal auditing services are tailored Chamber of Commerce. In 2009, he to the specific needs of clients, includ- founded his firm in South Tampa, and ing individuals, retail businesses, Hallmark’s reputation and results were builders, churches, medical practices, recognized seven years in a row by real estate developers and nonprofit the U.S. Commerce Association as organizations like the Wounded the “Best CPA Firm in Tampa” before Warriors in Action Foundation. moving to Brandon two years ago. John J. McDaniel is a retired Army Learn more about tax changes lieutenant colonel who founded the and how the Hallmark CPA Group can organization and appreciates the work help by visiting thebrandoncpas.com Hallmark CPA does to keep the nonor calling 283-0642. Their office is profit fiscally sound and legally comlocated at 710 Oakfield Dr., suite 262 pliant. in Brandon.

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Redefine Beauty Aesthetics Celebrates One Year Anniversary

Redefine Beauty Aesthetics recently celebrated its first year in business with a ribbon cutting hosted by the Valrico FishHawk Chamber of Commerce. All patients deserve to be treated with honesty and respect and the staff prides

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themself in making realistic goals and results for our patients to have the best non-surgical outcomes. It is located at 405 S. Kings Ave. in Brandon. Hours are 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday to Friday. Late and Saturday appointments available upon request. Call 820-3138 or visit redefinebeauty.com.

be of benefit. There are two local locations locally to serve you: 10141 Big Bend Road, Ste. 201in Riverview; phone 657-3330 and 621 Medical Care Dr. in Brandon; phone 657-3330. Visit https://palmharbordermatology.com/

Palm Harbor Dermatology Has Two Local Locations

U.S. Representative Ross Spano (FL-15) released the following statement after being named the Ranking Member of the House Small Business Committee’s Subcommittee on Investigations, Oversight & Regulations for the 116th Congress. “I’m humbled to have earned the confidence of my colleagues and Ranking Member Chabot to serve as Ranking Member of the Investigations, Oversight &

Palm Harbor Dermatology’s (PHD) goal is to provide dermatologic care to the community based on the most up to date knowledge, using the newest and most exciting technologies. PHD is founded on the oldest of Hippocratic principles-first, do no harm. It offers the community only those treatments that have been shown by solid medical evidence to

Spano Named Ranking Member Of Subcommittee On Investigations, Oversight & Regulation

Regulations Subcommittee,” said Representative Spano. “This leadership position will enable me to continue fighting for small businesses across Florida and now throughout the rest of the country.” The Subcommittee on Invesigations, Oversight and Regulations mandate is to probe the efficient operation of government programs affecting small businesses, including the Small Business Administration, and develop proposals to make them operate in a more costeffective manner. The subcommittee will also review the regulatory burdens imposed on small businesses and how those burdens may be alleviated. Visit https://spano.house.gov/.

Secondhand Savvy Celebrates Rebrand To Savvy Consignment Boutique

Brandon’s long-standing consignment retailer, Secondhand Savvy, is now Savvy Consignment Boutique. After 12 years of operating as Secondhand Savvy, the upscale fashion boutique has rebranded and undergone a complete facelift. With a more sophisticated appearance and freshly organized layout, Savvy Consignment Boutique, Brandon’s only upscale fashion boutique, gives shoppers easier access to like-new luxury brands for a fraction of the retail price. The transformation reflects the owner’s desire to make the Savvy shopping experience

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comparable to shopping at other major department stores (i.e. Nordstrom or Saks 5th Avenue). Items are sold on consignment, with 50% of its list price going to the original owner. Inventory is hand-selected daily from the best wardrobes in the Tampa Bay area. Consignment intake is open MondaySaturday, no appointment necessary. The grand re-opening is Saturday, February 23 at 210 S. Kings Ave. in Brandon. Champagne, hors d’oeuvres, and in-store specials will be available from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. For information and details contact Shelbi at 643-6020.

Manatee Apparel Graphics Now Acts As E-Commerce And Fulfillment Service

GrowHealthy To Host Grand Opening Of Brandon Cannabis Dispensary

GrowHealthy Holdings, LLC (‘GrowHealthy’), a Floridabased vertically-integrated cannabis operator and subsidiary of iAnthus Capital Holdings, Inc. (“iAnthus”), (CSE: IAN) (CSE:IAN.CN) (CNSX: IAN) (OTCQB: ITHUF), which owns, operates, and partners with best-in-class cannabis operations across the United States, recently held a grand opening event in January. The Dispensary’s location is 1525 E. Brandon Blvd. in Brandon. The new dispensary offers a variety of locally-sourced, lab-tested cannabis products including vape cartridges, topicals, and oral dispensing syringes. “We are excited to continue expanding our footprint in the Florida market, providing patients with high-quality products through an inviting and educational retail experience,” said Frank Quattrone, Vice President of Operations for GrowHealthy. “In addition to our carefully curated roster of friendly and knowledgeable staff members, the store is equipped with interactive touch screen displays where visitors can learn about the plant and products.” The company is on track to operate 30 dispensaries within the state by the end of 2020. In addition to new locations, GrowHealthy will continue its current free statewide delivery program. For more information or to place an order, please visit www.growhealthy.com.

Established in 1987, Manatee Apparel Graphics offers a wide variety of products and services: embroidery, screen printing, digital printing, sublimation, promotional items, banners, decorated tablecloths, decals, window clings and more. Owners Dennis and Linda Frey are excited to announce that they now offer E-Commerce and Fulfillment services to customers anywhere in the United States. For customers not currently selling online or wanting the hassle of it, Manatee Apparel builds and hosts their website, all orders flow through it, and orders are fulfilled anywhere in the US ensuring qualBrandon Honda Named #1 ity products Volume Honda Dealer In and timely Area delivery. American Honda Motor Co. Quarterly cusInc. recently named Brandon tomers are Honda as its #1 volume Honda sent a check dealer in its Tampa district 7F, for their porbased on 2018 new vehicle tion of the prosales. Brandon Honda has ceeds. The been a division of Morgan Auto sites can be Group for eight years and is used for: managed by managing partner school uniJohn Marazzi. forms, civic “We have always focused organizations, Brandon Honda is #1 in volume in its dis- Brandon Honda on serving trict. John Marazzi, Brandon Honda clothing lines, each customer’s needs by Managing Partner. small busimaking the buying experience nesses, corporations, sporting organizaso exceptional that we build a loyal foltions, musicians, and many more. lowing that grows organically year after For more information on Manatee year,” said John Marazzi. “This award is Apparel call 866-413-8400 or check out a tribute to our great team at Brandon the promotional video on YouTube at Honda—it takes everyone and every www.youtube.com/watch?v=VkYgbMf0U department pulling together seven days fk. a week to achieve this kind of extraordiManate Apparel is located at 6520 nary success.” S. Hwy. 301 in Riverview and has anothIt is located at 9209 E. Adamo Dr. in er location at 1130 9th St. W. in Tampa. It is open seven days a week Bradenton. Hours are Monday to Friday from 9 a.m.- 9 p.m. Monday through from 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Visit www.manaFriday, 9a.m.-8 p.m., Saturdays and teeapparel.com or find us on Facebook Sundays from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and feaat www.facebook.com/manateeapparel. tures a gourmet café for customer con-

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Deka Lash, the experts in eyelashes recently opened in Brandon at Brandon Pest Control Celebrates 46 1935 W. Lumsden Rd. in the Brandon Years In Business Centre South. The studio is owned and operated by Sara Cronin. Brandon Pest Control has been “I am so excited to be part of the locally owned and operated since 1973 Deka Lash team and to be part of the using the latest pest control products and growth in the Tampa area,” said Cronin. techniques to take care of all your pest A control problems. Brandon Professionally Chamber of trained techniCommerce cians and a ribbon cutfriendly and helpting was ful customer care recently held staff will take care to celebrate of all your needs the opening. offering monthly, Deka quarterly, once a Lash proyear, one time vides semiservice and a permanent two-year Pest eyelash Control Warranty. extensions Call 685-7711 or featuring a visit brandonDeka Lash, experts in eyelashes, recently opened its first unique inpest.com. local studio in Brandon. studio experience, online booking and extended Public Welcome To Grand hours including weekend appointments. Opening Of State Farm-Quentin Deka Lash’s highly-trained and licensed D. Sanders Agency lash artists take their time to ensure qualiPlease join in the Grand Opening ty applications, designed to fit each indiof State Farm-Quentin D. Sanders vidual client’s eye shape and lifestyle. Agency on Saturday, March 9 at 11 The studio is open Monday through a.m. It is located at 1076 E. Brandon Friday 9 a.m.- 8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.- 7 Blvd. No. 214.

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Retiring Environmental Scientist Receives NOAA Award For Conservation By Libby Baldwin

After 31 years of estuarine, freshwater with the Southwest wetland and upland Florida habitats that will support Management plant and animal life for District, retiring decades to come. Chief Advisory “Ecosystems aren’t Environmental any single type of habiScientist Dr. Brandt tat; it’s a combination of Henningsen is many that collectively looking forward to provide opportunities for watching the lots of different wildlife,” Tampa Bay coastal said Dr. Henningsen. ecosystem thrive, “The goal is to put back thanks to 99 as much diversity and restoration projects complexity as we can Dr. Brandt Henningsen received the completed over the and then let nature take 2018 Dr. Nancy Foster Award for decades by his Habitat Conservation for his 31 years. the lead.” ‘SWIM’ team. The SWIM team SWIM, or Surface Water began in 1989 with just over an acre of Improvement and Management, is a salt marsh planted on a delta south of state-mandated program established by Port Manatee. In 2015, it completed its the Florida legislature in 1987. largest project ever, the Rock Ponds Dr. Henningsen, now 66 and living in Ecosystem Restoration project, which Wesley Chapel, was either project manestablished more than 1,000 acres of ager or co-manager for 58 of those 99 habitat mosaics. projects. His leadership has restored Its three land parcels, much of which nearly 3,000 acres around Tampa Bay. had been cleared for farmland or mining, “I’ve always really enjoyed what I’ve are now completely restored and linked had the opportunity to do,” he said. “I by either water or mangrove forests. found a niche that I found productive and Brand-new estuaries and wetlands was giving back something to Tampa Bay were also created, establishing habitats and the earth’s ecosystems in general.” ideally situated for birds, small woodland His efforts, it turns out, were not creatures and fish nurseries that will susgoing unnoticed. tain new populations of snook, redfish Dr. Henningsen received an unexand tarpon. pected retirement gift when he was Out of nearly 40 applicants for the awarded the 2018 Dr. Nancy Foster 2018 NOAA award, only two winners Award for Habitat Conservation by the were chosen, but Dr. Henningsen said National Oceanic and Atmospheric the credit should also go to Tampa Bay’s Administration (NOAA). long history of environmental activism “I am infinitely proud to have received and thousands of people working togeththis award,” said Dr. Henningsen of the er. honor, which recognizes exceptional “I’d like to think that the projects I achievement and dedication to habitat work on will endure way past when I conservation in the coastal and marine shuffle off this mortal coil, and will keep environment. “It was a major surprise.” being productive hopefully forever,” he SWIM has restored 7.2 square miles said. “I like the idea of leaving something of various coastal habitats, much of it behind.” completely wiped out beforehand. For information, visit the Southwest The team designed a restoration Florida Water Management District concept that Dr. Henningsen calls “restor- Website or www.watermatters.org. ing habitat mosaics,” using a combination

Custom Hair Tampa Bay Changes Lives By Restoring Confidence

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With each increase in the number of strand of hair that male customers who fell from Apollo have stopped shaving Beach resident their heads and want hair Jim Klein’s head a again. bit of his self-confi“They want to wake dence fell with it. up in the morning with “I started loshair and we can offer ing hair on the top them that,” she said. of my head and it Younkman’s hair really made me solutions are attached look so much with surgical-grade adheolder than my sive, which means they Custom Hair Tampa Bay owner actual age,” he Lori Younkman has a hair loss solution stay in place for four to for men and women. said. “I hate hats six weeks. and didn’t want to shave my head com“Wash it, swim with it, go on a roller pletely so needed a solution to my probcoaster, you live your life and then come lem.” back to get it bonded again,” she said. One visit to Custom Hair Tampa Bay Younkman understands what it provided that solution. means for clients to have a full head of Specializing in non-surgical hair hair again. She is not only the owner but replacement solutions, a Custom Hair a client as well. Tampa Bay staff member met with Klein Founded in 1969, Custom Hair one-on-one in a private consultation Tampa Bay will be celebrating its 50th room. His head was measured, hair color year in business this year. It specializes in and texture matched, a hair system creat- solving hair loss challenges for both men ed and he walked out of the salon with a and women. Whether working with a full head of 100% human hair. client going through chemotherapy, helpKlein couldn’t be happier with the ing a teenager deal with trichotillomania results. or helping to restore someone’s confi“I’ve got the hair I used to have,” he dence after suffering for years with genetsaid. “It’s really increased my self-confiic hair loss, Custom Hair Tampa Bay has dence.” a solution. He returns to the store every three Custom Hair Tampa Bay has three weeks to have his head shaved and to locations in Brandon, Tampa and have the hairpiece cleaned, reconditioned Clearwater. Its Brandon store is located at and reattached. He purchases a new 117 N. Kings Ave. across from Chuck’s piece approximately four times a year. Natural Fields Market. Custom Hair Tampa Bay owner Lori For information, visit www.cusYounkman said she has seen an tomhairtampabay.com or call 651-9484.

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2019 Bloomingdale Bulls Baseball Team Looks To Defend Its District Title

Myles Caba winds up to pitch.

The Bloomingdale High School baseball team is looking to build off of a successful 2018 season in which they won their first ever district championship under 12-year Head Coach Kris Wilken. The Bulls (18-8) eventually lost to a very talented Plant team in the regional quarterfinals in an extra-inning thriller. According to Wilken, he has a special team this year. “This team seems really unique,” he said. “The players are all very hard-working kids with great grades, and the chemistry between them has been better than any team I’ve had. What I’m looking forward to most is seeing how much impact all of those factors will have on our overall success.”

With eight key starters The Bulls huddle up for a fall game against Riverview. returning Myles Caba (South Florida for the 2019 season, the Bulls look like a State College signee) and team that can repeat as 8A-District 6 senior Justin Mcallister will pitch the majorchamps and make some noise in the ity of innings. Dylan Martin will get some regional playoffs. The offense will be led crucial innings as well. by senior outfielder Bryce Hazzard (Nova “I’m looking forward to seeing what all Southeastern signee), junior Wake Forest this talent can do,” said Gonnella. “Our commit Brock Wilken, junior dual-sport team is filled with athleticism, and I’m lookathlete Dominic Gonnella, junior ing forward to seeing what all that hard infielder/outfielder Jackson Hobbs, last work is gonna produce. I’m thinking it season’s team MVP and South Florida could be something special.” State College signee Nico Saladino, and “Our goal as a team is simply to comsenior Presbyterian College signee Kyle Merkle. Ace of the pitching staff, senior

The Bulls dog-pile after winning the district championship last season.

pete and win every game no matter the opponent,” said Caba. “We also want to defend our district championship and make a run to the state championship.” Bloomingdale will host the Preseason Classic starting on February 19. The Bulls will play Armwood and King in the tournament. “We want to find our identity as early as possible and what our capabilities are,” said Wilken. “Once we know who we are and what we are capable of, it’s maximizing our capabilities and sticking to our identity every day.”

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Former USF Football Player Brings Specially Fit Program To Special BSAC Athletes

Local Homeschool Students Can Learn Martial Arts From An Olympian

Marky Oliver of resources and has always had an opportunity. He interest in helping started a program people train to called Specially Fit achieve their perthat offers yearsonal fitness goals. round workouts for The former USF people with special football player was needs. They also working out of his provide year-round Crossfit gym as a opportunities to personal trainer compete in the Marky Oliver started Specially Fit last year. Special Olympics when he noticed a client's son, a for free. In less young man with Down than five months, the proSyndrome named gram has grown from just Andrew. Oliver took an one person to about 200. interest in Andrew and Oliver trains at six differwanted to figure out a ent locations in the Tampa way to help train him. area, including three days a Oliver took Andrew on week at the Brandon Swim as a client and trained and Aquatics Center. He him for free. “I started plans on expanding to training him and he Orlando early this year. touched my heart,” said Oliver is currently training Marky Oliver trains athletes, the athletes for the Special Oliver. After a couple like Christian Wright, year- Olympic track and volleyball months of working with round for the Special Oliver, Andrew invited him seasons. Olympics. to the Special Olympics. It “It means the world was there that Oliver realized his purwatching them smile, it brings more joy pose — he wanted to help train people to me than I have ever had in my life, with autism and Down Syndrome. more than any personal, physical Oliver became a Special Olympics accomplishment,” said Oliver. “They powerlifting coach and had tremendous have helped me so much more than I success. He now has the largest power- have helped them. They have changed lifting team in Hillsborough County. They my life in the way that I view things, and just sent nine athletes to compete in they make me a better person.” Georgia at the National Powerlifting For information, or if you would like Championship. to donate or be a sponsor, visit the webAccording to Oliver, over 60 percent site at SpeciallyFitFoundation.com. of people with a disability are overOliver is also on Facebook and weight. He said that this is due to a lack Instagram at Specially Fit.

Back in 1997, Miami Ferguson could have native Dr. Rhadi gone anywhere. Ferguson took a risk. So he opened his Dr. Ferguson, now own judo school in a 43, had just graduated modest 1,200 sq. ft. with a degree in mechanbuilding on ical engineering and Falkenburg Rd., taken a desk job, but a where he teaches lifelong passion for marnightly classes to tial arts instilled by his all types of learnparents just would not ers, including those burn out. on the autism So he quit his postspectrum. He now Dr. Rhadi Ferguson jokes with students during his January 15 college career before it offers weekly classes evening class really began and moved to local homeschool to the Olympic training center, ultimately students. competing in Athens in 2004 with Team “I coach. I teach. It’s what I do,” said USA Judo. He earned his master’s Dr. Ferguson, who has taught exercise degree and Ph.D. in education while science courses at UCF, UT and HCC. simultaneously training for the Olympics. Dr. Ferguson’s focus is on self“The Olympics was tumultuous and defense and good citizenship. His key to educational at the same time; it takes a effective teaching is getting to know how lot from you, but you learn so much about each child learns and is disciplined in his yourself through the process,” said Dr. or her home. Ferguson. “You learn how tough you are “The educational system thinks if and how tough you aren’t.” you’re not teaching K-12, you’re not Although the gold medal went to his teaching,” he said. “But I have every type teammate Jimmy Pedro, Dr. Ferguson of learner in here.” said he is proud to have finished as one Dr. Ferguson wanted to give homeof the 16 best judo athletes in the world in schooled students the chance to learn his weight class. social skills and conflict resolution in a “I won the opportunity to walk around healthy environment, one that “doesn’t and say ‘I’m an Olympian!’” he said with a belittle them; where they can be empowlaugh. “People always ask if I won the ered and see what happens when iron gold, and I reply by asking how many sharpens iron,” he said. Olympians they already know. There just Homeschool classes are available aren’t a lot of us walking around on the every Wednesday for $60 per month, and planet.” are open to ages 6-18. An award-winning judo coach with a To sign up for classes, call 501-2827 dizzying list of accomplishments, Dr. or visit www.tampafloridajudo.net.

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Superior Residences Of Brandon Memory Care Makes Life Easier And Better For Senior Residents

By Taylor Wells

Superior Several improveResidences of ments have already Brandon Memory been made. The purCare and its senior chase of a new proresidents can look gram called It’s Never forward to living 2 Late ® (iN2L)—a enhancements in the system designed to near future thanks to assist older adults in SRI Management, the use of technology Changes at Superior Residences of LLC and changes in to enhance quality of Brandon Memory Care will make the lives of older adults experiencing memo- life through pictureownership. With Hry loss easier and more enriching. Bay Ministries, Inc., a based, touchscreen Texas-based non-profit organization, havinterfaces—has allowed further aid in sening taken over Super Residences of ior living. Brandon Memory Care in late June of The iN2L program helps residents 2018, it was decided that SRI participate more easily in multiple areas, Management would operate it and continsuch as sports, physical fitness, games ue being its management firm, a decision and puzzles, music therapy and many that is already showing much promise. others. Even residents further along in There is no change in its overall polihealth debilitation can interact with iN2L. cies with H-Bay Ministries’ new ownership Superior Residences has also pursince SRI Management continues manag- chased 18 drums from Drum Magic for ing, said Jill Andrew, Senior Sales and drum circles, increased the amount of staff Marketing Director of Superior Residences members and it is making structural of Brandon Memory Care. “But H-Bay improvements such as new flooring, furniMinistries has now enabled us to become ture, landscaping and upgrades to coma not-for-profit community,” she added. mon areas. Now it even has four certified As Superior Residences is now a dementia practitioners, which is unheard 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization with of for one building. There are also, of this new relationship, the facility has been course, future plans to enhance senior livable to make marked improvements for ing experiences. seniors’ living experiences. “By being a not-for-profit now, it has “We’re in the process of infusing capi- enabled us to better service those that tal dollars into the property as a result of may be challenged financially,” said the sale,” Andrew said. Andrew. “We’re for a broader population SRI Management seeks to do more now.” than just managing senior housing organiSuperior Residences of Brandon zations. Rather than simply providing Memory Care can be found at 1819 assisted living, SRI instead wants to make Providence Ridge Blvd. For information, true communities for residents where it call 308-0659 or visit https://superiorbrancan enrich their lives. don.com.

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9/11 First Responder, FBI Agent And Corvette Enthusiast To Appear At Winter AutoFest As Carlisle Events gears up for its annual Winter Florida AutoFest event at the SUN ‘n FUN Campus in Lakeland, the focus has been on Corvettes, Mustangs and all things automotive. Known for its mantra of ‘The Cars, The People and The Weslie Wong, a 9/11 Excitement,’ the first responder and car minds behind this enthusiast, will appear great event, which at Carlisle Winter Florida AutoFest on takes place Friday Saturday, February to Sunday, 23. February 22-24, are pleased to announce that Wesley Wong will attend. Who is Wesley Wong? Quite simply, he is an amazing man with impeccable credentials and a lifetime of stories, many of which tie back to his involvement with rescue and recovery on September 11, 2001. He was one of the first on-scene during the terror attacks and was famously photographed along with NYFD members carrying NYFD Chaplin Mychal Judge from the rubble. Judge is recognized as the first known victim of the attacks. A decorated FBI agent, Wong serves on the board of the National Corvette Museum (NCM) and the NCM Motorsports Park and is a car lover. Retired in 2006, he now works in the pri-

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vate sector and is currently a Senior Advisor to the Special Operations Command, headquartered at MacDill Air Force Base (AFB), in Tampa and the Joint Special Operations Command, Fort Bragg, Fayetteville, North Carolina. Wong will appear not only at private VIP functions, but publicly at 9:45 a.m. on the front end of

Carlisle Auctions second day of action, Saturday, February 23. This, plus so much more, will be part of Winter Florida AutoFest. Event Hours for the AutoFest are Friday and Saturday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Admission is $10 on Friday and Saturday and $5 on Sunday. An event pass is $15. Kids 12 and under are free. Carlisle Events is a partner or producer of 12 annual collector car and truck events. Events are held at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds (Carlisle, PA), Allentown Fairgrounds (Allentown, PA) and the SUN ‘N FUN Campus (Lakeland, FL). Learn more via www.CarlisleEvents.com and see it firsthand in Lakeland.

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A group of parents at Mulrennan Middle School took their children’s safety into their own hands last month. Frustrated by the conditions for students who walk to the Valrico middle school, the parents raised $13,000 through a dodgeball tournament to fund three private crossing guards. Valrico resident and mother of three Mulrennan students, Danielle Waymire spearheaded the fundraiser when one of her children was almost hit by car while walking to school. “It got to the point where enough was enough,” said Waymire, who walks her children to school every day. “I couldn’t just watch cars regularly not yielding and children almost getting hit without doing something.” Waymire approached the school, the school district and the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office asking for crossing guards and continued to get the same answer. “The bottom line is that there is no funding,” she said. Her next step was to find a private crossing guard company and convince the school district to allow the guards if the school could pay them $13,000 for the remainder of the school year. In order to raise the money, the parents and school employees coordinated a dodgeball

tournament with the help of a local business, Dodgeball 2 You. It took less than two weeks for the crossing guards to take their places twice a day directing students and traffic. “They have already made a huge difference,” said Mulrennan parent and Valrico resident Bridget Wilson. “It is amazing how much easier it is to get to the school, even as a driver. It is so much nicer to have the safety in place.” Waymire and Wilson hope that they will not have to fundraise for the crossing guards again next year. The parents are working with Hillsborough County Commissioner Stacy White and Sheriff Chad Chronister to request funding for crossing guards at middle schools throughout the county. White added the issue to the agenda at a Board of County Commissioners meeting earlier this month and Waymire spoke on the issue to the board. They hope to get answers soon about funding for next year. “We are so proud of our school and the fact that we were able to make this happen,” said Wilson. “But we are even happier that local politicians have noticed. We are hoping that by the next school year we won’t have to do this anymore.” Mulrennan Middle School is located at 4215 Durant Rd. in Valrico and can be reached at 651-2100.

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A+ Hearing Center Facilitates Life Changing Donation For Local Child

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By Kate Quesada

Chris and “After I posted, Don Guiley coora couple of angels dinated a donasurfaced,” said tion last month Melissa. “Chris and that changed a Don gave our boy local child’s life. the best Christmas The Guileys, gift and miracle: Gibsonton resithe ability to hear dents, own A+ again.” Hearing Center According to in Sun City Chris, after hearEleven year old Zachary Poirier recently Center, and received a donation of a new hearing aid after ing about his was destroyed thanks to help from local when they heard Zachary’s misforbusiness owners Chris and Don Guiley. about 11-yeartune, she knew old Zachary Poirier, they did not hesitate she had to help. to offer help. “I contacted one of my suppliers, Zachary, a student at Liberty Middle Starkey Hearing Technologies in School in Tampa, suffers from significant Minnesota, and we worked together to hearing loss and has been wearing get the right equipment for Zachary as hearing aids for four years. Last month, soon as possible,” said Chris. “I told my his property, including the $5,000 hearrepresentative that I didn’t want Zach’s ing aids, was destroyed in the school family to have to pay for the hearing aids locker room while he was in PE class. and they made that happen.” “They cut the straps off his backThe whole Poirier family is pack, crushed his cell phone, took the impressed by the new equipment, which camera out of the phone, cut up his Chris said is valued at more than $6,500 jacket and cut up and destroyed his retail. hearing aids,” said his step-mother Through their business, A+ Hearing Melissa Poirier. “I am just completely Center, the Guileys work with those flabbergasted that some kid would do affected by hearing loss, treating each this to another person’s belongings and patient as an individual and offering speto a kid’s hearing aids. Without his hearcialized service. “We are in the business ing aids he is not able to learn in of helping people here and are just so school.” glad this worked out for Zach,” said Melissa posted on Facebook about Chris. “The look on his face when we the loss of the equipment and the fact gave him the equipment was priceless.” that they can not be covered by insurA+ Hearing Center is located at ance, and she was quickly contacted by 1647 Sun City Center Plaza, Ste. 203 A Chris, who she knew from a networking and can be reached at 642-8200. Visit group. www.aplushearingsuncity.com.

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Volume 14, Issue 2

With Arts & Entertainment Editor Kathy L. Collins

Brandon Ballet Announces The 2019 Winner Of The Richard Munro Memorial Scholarship

The Tampa Theatre Welcomes Young Moviegoers For Family Favorites Films

The 2019 winner of time and to be able to the Richard Munro further my education in Memorial Scholarship is this art through this kind Olivia McFadden, a 16of gift is so incredibly year-old 11th grade stumeaningful. I am so dent at Newsome High grateful for this scholarSchool. McFadden has ship and look forward to been dancing for 12 utilizing it to help improve years. This is her first my technique and year with the Brandon artistry." Ballet. She has studied McFadden wants to ballet, tap, jazz, contempursue a career in ballet porary, modern, hip-hop with the New York City and currently trains at Ballet. She also wants to The Dance Center in study to become a Brandon. neurosurgeon. Olivia McFadden, a The Richard Munro junior at Newsome McFadden plans to Memorial Scholarship is High School and a use the $500 scholardancer with the awarded to a dancer ship to attend the Brandon Ballet, is between the ages of 13 this year's winner Pacific Northwest Ballet of the Richard and 18 and is intended Summer Intensive this Munro Memorial to further the dancer's summer. Scholarship. classical ballet educaThe Brandon Ballet tion. A non-biased judge is hired from outis proud to be celebratside the Brandon Ballet staff. ing its 25th season. Munro had a passion for the arts and Ladewig said, "Under the was integral to the success of the direction of Executive Director, Alice Brandon Ballet. Lyndsey Ladewig, Holden Bock, we have been providing President of the Brandon Ballet Board of superior instruction in the Tampa area to Directors said, "In keeping with Munro's professional, pre-professional and training enthusiasm and love of ballet, the Board dancers for a quarter century. Throughout determined that the scholarship should be the years, our company dancers have based on 'the dancer's passion reflected thrived due to the guidance our excepduring the audition.'" tional staff has provided producing docMcFadden has attended many sumtors, lawyers, teachers and many other mer programs including the Tulsa Ballet, successful professionals." Ladewig Fairbanks Summer Arts, Tremaine Dance added, "The common thread is that they Competitions, Nuvo Dance Conventions all attribute their success to the discipline, and more. structure and training they received at McFadden said, "Winning this scholBrandon Ballet." arship means everything to me. Dancing For more information, please visit has been a passion of mine for a long www.brandonballet.org.

The Tampa spirits of the forest Theatre’s 6th and conduct their Annual Family own Campbellian Favorite Films hero’s-journey-inSeries will be miniature. The film aimed at the next will be presented at generation of 6:30 p.m. young moviegoNext, on ers. Children will Sunday, April 15, have the opportubring the family to nity to see some watch The LEGO of their parents’ Movie at 3 p.m. most beloved The LEGO Movie childhood films on is an unassuming the big screen. animated gem The series runs complete with from Sunday, heroes, cameos, March 31 through songs and terrific Sunday, April 28. animation. In addition, On Sunday, the Tampa April 21, you can Theatre will offer a see the film discounted kids’ Dolphin Tale at 3 ticket price of $8 p.m. This film is for the series. inspired by the real “This is the life of Winter, only classic movie celebrity dolphin Tampa Theatre is offering its 6th Annual Family Favorites Film Series this spring. The and de facto masseries for which series is aimed at young moviegoers and will cot of the we offer a child’s feature family favorites such as the Disney price,” said Jill hit Frozen. This film will be offered as a sing- Clearwater Marine along with two shows. Witecki, Director of Aquarium. Dolphin Marketing for the Tale tells the story Tampa Theatre. “While many of our sumof Sawyer, a boy who helps rescue a dolmer and holiday classic offerings are fam- phin tangled in the line of a crab trap and ily-friendly, this is the series that we probadly injured. gram specifically with families in mind. I Finally, everyone will love attending want parents to be able to introduce their the Sing-Along featuring Frozen. The kids to some of their own favorite movies Tampa Theatre will present two shows so from childhood and to see them again on everyone can sing their hearts out while the big screen,” added Witecki. the film is shown on the big screen. There Up first is A League of Their Own on will be a show on Saturday, April 27 at 3 Sunday March 31 at 3 p.m. A League of p.m. and then another on Sunday, April Their Own is based on the true story of a 28. mid-WW2 all-women’s baseball league. Tickets for the Family Favorites Film On Sunday, April 7 the Tampa Series are $10 for adults, $8 for children Theatre will offer a special evening proages 12 and under and $7 for members. gram when they present My Neighbor The Sing Along Frozen is $13 for adults, Totoro. This film is by the acclaimed film$11 for children and $10 for members. maker and animator, Hayao Miyazaki. My The Tampa Theatre is located at 711 Neighbor Totoro is the story of two young N. Franklin St. in Tampa. For more inforsisters who move with their family to an mation and to buy tickets ($2 convenodd house in the country after their moth- ience fee), please visit www.tampatheer is hospitalized. There, they meet with atre.org.

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Legendary Oak Ridge Boys To Perform At 2019 Strawberry Festival The legendary classic country music icons, The Oakridge Boys, will be entertaining fans at the Strawberry Festival in Plant City. The group is well-known for having one of the most distinctive and recognizable sounds in the music industry. The harmony of The Oak Ridge Boys have produced dozens of country hits and has resulted in Grammy, Dove, Country Music Association (CMA) and Academy of Country Music (ACM) awards as well as an induction in the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville, TN. Recently they were honored to sing Amazing Grace at the funeral of President George H.W. Bush. The Oak Ridge Boys-Richard Sterban, Duane Allen, Joe Bonsall and William Lee Golden-bring more than 45 years of tradition to the stage. They are a staple at the festival and have been part of the headline entertainment participating in the festival for more than 25 years. “We love performing in Florida and the Strawberry Festival,” said Sterban with his legendary deep bass voice. “We may just hold the record for the most performances there.” In 2018, The Oak Ridge Boys were the first performers to christen the Strawberry Festival’s new $5.5 million amphitheater. Their tour takes them to more than 150 locations each year, but the Strawberry Festival is one of their favorite venues.

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“Florida is such a beautiful state,” said Sterban. “We always get a few flats of strawberries when we’re there.” Sterban says that their performance this year will naturally include the fan favorites as well as some music from their new album, 17th Avenue Revival, produced by highly sought-after, Grammy-winning Nashville producer Dave Cobb, who has produced records for county music stars including Chris Stapleton and Jason Isbell. The Oak Ridge Boys recorded the album in the historic RCA Studio A in Nashville, where other legendary artists recorded, such as Elvis, Dolly Parton and Chet Atkins. “17th Avenue Revival marries oldtime rockabilly with a gospel sound,” said Sterban. “It’s meaningful music that represents the revival of soul and spirit. It’s a great balance.” The Oak Ridge Boys are sure to entertain during their family-friendly, fun performance that will aim to please the classic country lovers as well as hopefully bring new fans to experience the timeless music of The Oak Ridge Boys. “You can count on hearing Elvira, oom poppa, oom poppa, mow mow,” said Sterban. “I think that’s the law.” They will be performing on Thursday, February 28 at 3:30 p.m. at the Florida Strawberry Festival located at 303 N. Lemon St. in Plant City. Tickets are $20. For more information, visit www.FLstawberryfestival.com.

Carole Gill Coaches Companies From Trust To Teamwork

By Kelly Wise Valdes

Carole Gill had a encourage, inspire and front row seat to view empower people to be the the ups and downs best they can be.” that take place in Whether you are a small organizations. Gill, local business, midsize organoriginally from ization or a Fortune 500 comPennsylvania, moved pany, Gill uses proven tools to to Florida more than increase effectiveness and 38 years ago to settle create a shift in culture within in and raise her two an organization. sons. At the time, she “Teams of people need to was employed by trust each other in order to be Carol Gill is comprised of indeGTE, working in pendent executive coaches and successful,” said Gill. “We human resources. management consultants from help people to see how much around the country, dedicated to more effective they can be Although she gained helping clients improve bottom extensive experience when they are all committed line results through people. in team building, projto the same results and supect management and work place dynamport each other’s decisions.” ics skillsets, she ultimately came to a Gill also explains that successful comcrossroads. panies often have a high emotional intelli“There was a lot of shifting in the gence factor. Her company focuses on telecommunications industry in the 80s leveraging emotional intelligence to help and 90s,” said Gill. “When my position people improve their communication withwas eliminated, I wanted to follow my pas- in the organization from all levels, even sion to help other businesses. That jourstarting with the CEO. ney really got me to where I am today.” “We listen, suggest guidelines to be When she left GTE due to downsizput in place, lead people through problem ing, she decided to launch her own consolving and put together action plans,” sulting firm, Carole Gill, and has not said Gill. And, Gill sees results through looked back since. her many success stories of satisfied Carole Gill works with organizations of clients. all sizes to help facilitate success by creatIn addition to helping organizations ing trust and support in the workplace. Gill improve their communication, trust and personally coaches and counsels on all effectiveness, Gill is also part of the levels to ensure that her clients are guided National Speakers Association and volunthrough problem-solving in order to teers her time every year with Leadership achieve success. Brandon. “I love to help people create an enviFor information on Carole Gill, visit ronment to be effective leaders and organ- www.carolegill.com, email Carole@carizations, “ said Gill. “My purpose is to olegill.com or call 802-8376.

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