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The Florida Aquarium Opens $4 Million Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Center In Apollo Beach

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was made possible through a unique public-private partnership consisting of groups who all shared the same common goal of working to achieve and maintain healthy sea turtle populations. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) contributed $3 million, The Spurlino Foundation and others donated $690,000. The Florida Aquarium contributed more than $400,000 and TECO Energy helped make through a generous land use agreement. A ribbon cutting was recently held to welcome the Florida Aquarium’s $4.1 million Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Center to Apollo Beach.

The Florida Aquarium officially opened its $4.1 million Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Center in January in Apollo Beach. The two-story, 19,000 sq. ft. center features five different rehabilitation pools including one of The Florida Aquarium’s $4.1 million Sea Turtle the state’s deepest turtle-exclusive Rehab Center recently opened in Apollo Beach. dive pool with observation window. “We are grateful to continue to “We rescue sea turtles from around expand our partnership with such a world Florida and beyond, but during winter class facility like The Florida Aquarium,” months, there is a growing need for more said FWC Executive Director Eric Sutton. animal care facilities to rehabilitate cold Since inception, the Florida Aquarium stunned sea turtles,” said The Florida has helped rescue and rehab more than Aquarium President and CEO Roger 150 threatened or endangered turtles. Germann. “This center is opening at the right time, and The Florida Aquarium will be able to dramatically increase the number of sea turtles it cares for during the In This year.” Issue The pools at the new care center range in size from 1,500 to 25,000-gallons. The sea turtle dive pool, which NEWLAND HELPS FIGHT HUNGER. ....PG 3 reaches a depth of 11 ft., will be used to AVOID URBAN COYOTES ....................PG 6 assess buoyancy issues, swim conditioning and food trials before turtles are MANATEE FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS .....PG 9 cleared by FWC to be returned back into GRCC CITIZEN OF THE YEAR.............PG 10 the wild. The center also includes a state-ofBUSCH GARDENS CELEBRATES 60....PG 14 the-art sea turtle surgery suite. FLORIDA STATE FAIR ........................PG 22 “We believe we have a responsibility to be good stewards of our environment CHALKLINES .....................................PG 28 and the animals that depend on it, and ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT................PG 37 this investment will only help us further our mission of protecting and restoring READ MORE LOCAL NEWS ONLINE our fragile blue planet,” Germann added. The Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Center www.ospreyobserver.com

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tion of the project, including but not limited to the Spurlino family, Hillsborough County commissioners, YMCA governance board members, architects and construction companies and business leaders. Located at 9650 Old Big Bend Rd. in Riverview, the 33 acre Spurlino Family YMCA complex is more than a gym. In addition to group exercise programs and equipment, it features a pavilion perfect for Members of the community and civic picnics with leaders attended the ribbon-cutting friends and famiceremony at The Spurlino Family YMCA. ly, outdoor socAs the ribbon-cutting ceremony was cer fields, drawing to a conclusion outside of the Airmasium (outSpurlino Family YMCA’s newest facility door basketball), in Riverview, dozens of local residents a one-mile outwere already door walking inside signing track, a two-story up to take kids’ play area, advantage of its wellness proSpurlino YMCA health and wellassociate Barbara grams and a lap ness programs. Sharp assists Apollo swim pool conBeach resident Apollo Katrina Summers and nected to a Beach resident her children Chloe zero-depth entry Katrina and Reilly. family pool with Summers was fun play features and a waterslide. signing up for Riverview resident Ella Fernandez the family Riverview resident Ella was attending as one of the facility’s Hernandez is one of The membership. newest employees. Spurlino Family YMCA’s The mother of newest employees. The 17-year-old has wanted to two with a third work at the YMCA since she first heard child on the way said she has been lookthat it was coming to Riverview. She ing forward to the opening for months. applied and was hired as a lifeguard. “My husband works out and now my “I look forward to being a welcoming children can safely play in the supervised face and making people feel safe and kids play area while I work out too,” she comfortable,” said the teen. said. She also plans on scheduling family Facility hours are Monday to Friday 5 time at the facility pool. a.m.–10 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday New members were not the only rib7 a.m.–6 p.m. Membership fees start at bon cutting attendees. Center executive $37 per month. director Jeremy Hester welcomed memFor more information, call 436-5890 bers of the community and thanked or visit www.tampaymca.org. everyone who had a hand in the execu-

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Newland Communities Donates More Than 22,000 Meals To Fight Hunger

Philip Minden Named New President Of St. Joseph’s Hospital-South

The hunFeeding Tampa Bay dreds of concertcan provide 10 meals. goers who “The number attended of people in our area Newland who are in need of Communities’ nutritious food donaannual Concerts tions to feed themfor a Cause selves and their families series did more is staggering,” said than just enjoy Pam Parisi, vice presian evening of dent of marketing for great live music. Newland They helped Communities, developFeeding Tampa ers of Waterset and Bay provide Newland Communities’ Concerts for a Cause Bexley. “We’re grateful more than 22,000 helped provide more than 22,000 meals to to our residents who neighbors in need. meals to neighyear after year show bors in need. their generosity though our Concerts for a The concert series, along with Fall Cause series. Not only does it bring our Festivals held at Waterset in Apollo community together, but the donations Beach and Bexley in Land O’ Lakes, collected make an enormous difference brought in a total of 2,155 lbs. of non per- for people in need.” ishable foods and more than $2,000 in "Concerts for a Cause brings comcash donations. All totaled, the donations munities together, which is what we are will provide Feeding Tampa Bay 22,066 all about at Feeding Tampa Bay,” meals. The organization is the area’s added Thomas Mantz, executive director leading food bank, which provides food to of Feeding Tampa Bay. more than 700,000 people in a 10-county “This partnership with Newland area of West Florida, including Communities connects families to their Hillsborough and Pasco Counties best self through giving while providing The series of popular outdoor conthousands of families in need the opporcerts featured local and regional bands tunity to share memories around a table and took place between September and where meals are too often lacking." October at the two communities. In lieu of Waterset by Newland Communities admission, concertgoers were asked to is a master-planned community located in bring non perishable food items or mone- Apollo Beach featuring a variety of amenitary donations to benefit Feeding Tampa ties that include three community pools, Bay. In Tampa Bay, one in seven adults fitness centers, sports courts, Fit Trail and and one in four children struggle with Greenway. For information, call 235-0154 hunger. For every dollar donated, or visit www.watersetfl.com.

Kimberly Guy, senior the midst of a major vice president, BayCare expansion that will bring Market Leader, the number of licensed Hillsborough, announced beds to 192. St. that Philip Minden will be Joseph’s Hospital-South the new president of St. is a state-of-the-art, fullJoseph’s Hospitalservice facility South in Riverview. He featuring private patient replaces Matt Novak, suites and offering emerwho recently was gency care, surgical named president of services, imaging, intenMease Countryside sive care, obstetrics, carHospital and Mease diac catheterization and Dunedin Hospital, which more in a peaceful, also are part of BayCare relaxing and family-cenPhilip Minden was recently named the new president of St. tered environment. Health System. Joseph’s Hospital-South in Minden has served “We’re looking forRiverview. as president of the 72-bed ward to Phil joining our Bartow Regional Medical Center since St. Joseph’s leadership team,” Guy said. January 2013, and continued in that posi- “His energy and enthusiasm are a great tion when BayCare acquired the hospital fit for this hospital, where so much growth in 2015. is happening in a very short period of “As president of Bartow Regional time.” Medical Center, Phil demonstrated excepA native of Fort Smith, Arkansas, tional leadership skills in transitioning from Minden holds a Bachelor of Natural a for-profit hospital system to become Science degree from Saint Gregory’s one of BayCare’s hospitals,” Guy said. University in Shawnee, Oklahoma and a “He established himself as a proactive Master’s of Healthcare Administration leader of the hospital and an involved from the University of Oklahoma Health member of the community.” Science Center in Oklahoma City. During Minden’s tenure, Bartow Minden began his new position on Regional Medical Center received January. BayCare will immediately begin Primary Stroke Center Accreditation for searching for Minden’s replacement at the first time and also received the Bartow Regional Medical Center. Premier Hospital Improvement Innovation St. Joseph’s Hospital-South is locatNetwork Excellence in Patient Safety ed at 6901 Simmons Loop in Riverview. Across the Board Award. For more information, call 302-8000 or The promotion puts Minden at the visit https://baycare.org/hospitals/sthelm of BayCare’s newest hospital, which josephs-hospitalopened in 2015 and is currently in south?hcmacid=a0Z1a000002ffD0EAI.

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Sponsor 2nd Annual Rodgers Middle School Color Run By Amy Schechter The Rodgers sorships are $400 Middle School and secure one of PTSA is gearing four large name up for its second and/or logo annual Stingray spaces; bronze Color Run for level sponsorships Education, a are $200 and favorite amongst secure one of four students and smaller name or teachers. Students logo spaces; and and faculty will stingray level participate in a 45 sponsorships are minute run where $50 for a student, they can be pelted family or company with colorful powname space. Bianca Rafflo, Bailey Jackson, & Chloe der. PTSA Another option for Saling enjoy Rodger’s Color Run. President Meredith local businesses Bippen is excited because the event is and families is the creation of a busiintegral both to “raise money for enrich- ness banner. For $300, the PTSA will ment programs and technology put business sponsors on a banner upgrades as well as promote student that will be displayed throughout the fitness.” Students work to raise money run and for the remainder of the year. from individual donors, but they need Individual donations outside of these help from community sponsors to make sponsorships are welcomed and this event a success and reach their appreciated as well. goal of $15,000. This year, the proIf you are able to contribute, please ceeds will work to fund crossing guards make your check payable to Rodgers after a district change that removes Middle School PTSA and write ‘Color bussing for students who live two miles Run’ in the memo line. Checks can be or less from the school. Currently, stumailed or hand-delivered to Rodgers dents running across the street without Middle School c/o of the PTSA. obeying traffic rules poses a hazard to Contributions are tax deductible. A both their safety and the safety of receipt with Tax ID can be provided motorists. upon request. The deadline to sponsor They invite local businesses to this year’s event and be listed on event stake out their spot on this year’s TT-shirts is Wednesday, February 20. shirt given out to all participants. Gold For additional information, email level sponsorships are $600 to secure rodgersptsa@yahoo.com. Rodgers one of three large name and/or logo Middle School is located at 11910 spaces on the shirts; silver level sponTucker Rd. in Riverview.

Volume 17, Issue 2

Local Riverview Resident Writes Book About Leadership

By Nick Nahas

Air Force Southeastern University. Veteran Jeff Scarpiello, who has a Masters Scarpiello has Degree in Leadership, has always proven himself as a had an interest in learning about great leader and U. what makes a great leader. This S. citizen in his life. inspired him to write his book, The He wanted to 10 “C” Leadership Principles of share his opinions Excellence. The “C” in each chapter and experiences refers to a different characteristic a about being a great good leader should have. He touchleader in his book, es on several aspects, including The 10 “C” how you can find your purpose in Leadership life by doing what Principles of makes you happy, as Photos courtesy of Jeff Excellence, which well as compassion Scarpiello Jeff Scarpiello, author came out in July and finding connecof The 10 “C” 2017. tivity with the people Leadership Principles After 12 years that you work with, of Excellence. The of service in the Air book came out in July among many other 2017. Force, Scarpiello things. went on to become an advocate for veter“Anybody can be ans, working for nonprofit organizations a leader,” said such as Disabled American Veterans and Scarpiello. “You don’t Paralyzed Veterans of America. He also have to have that title to be a leader, but worked for Senator Bill Nelson for over leadership starts in your own home with seven years, taking care of military and your own family.” Veterans Affairs issues. He then moved Scarpiello said that the book is a fun to Washington, D.C. where he worked on and quick read, about 100 pages long veterans health care legislation for the with several illustrations. He thinks what Veterans Administration. sets it apart from other books is that it is He also worked on legislation pieces not like a textbook at all. He talks about like the caregivers bill, giving caregivers things that influenced him as a kid. He benefits for the first time ever. He then credits his mother with being the first started the Office of Disability and leader who had an impact on him. “Every Medical Assessment to help retiring militeam needs a steady point guard,” tary members apply for VA benefits they Scarpiello said. may be eligible for. Scarpiello helped start If you would like to purchase The 10 the first national contracts for that depart“C” Leadership Principles of Excellence, ment. This past November, he was also you can find it on amazon.com and named a Distinguished Alumni for Nova Kindle as well.

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County Advises Distance & Leashes On Pets To Avoid Urban Coyotes By Kate Quesada

Bloomingdalevores is the best proarea residents tection against having recently had the problems.” opportunity to FWC suggests that learn about one of if a coyote approaches, Florida’s most residents should immefeared residents. diately use a noisemakThe Florida Fish er or shout at the aniand Wildlife mal and wave their Commission arms. A solid walking (FWC) and stick or golf club is a Hillsborough powerful deterrent at County invited close range, but throwinterested citizens ing stones, a strong to the spray from a water Bloomingdale hose, pepper spray or Library last month a paintball gun can also to learn about coyotes and how to The Florida Fish and react if one is Wildlife Commission seen in both urban recently hosted a meeting at the and rural areas. Bloomingdale Library According to for residents interested Melody Kilborn, in learning more about coyotes. FWC Public Information Coordinator, the meeting provided attendees with information about living with coyotes, basic coyote biology, tips on how to reduce humanwildlife conflict and protecting pets from coyotes. “Coyotes have been reported in all 67 Florida counties and every state in the country with the exception of Hawaii,” said Kilborn. “Coyote sightings in and of themselves should not be alarming; however, unusual coyote behavior should be reported to your nearest FWC Regional Office.” work. In addition, a ‘coyote shaker’ can Examples of unusual coyote behavbe made by placing a few washers, pebior include a coyote that has lost its fear bles or pennies in an empty drink conof humans and is approaching people, tainer. chasing joggers or bikers or attacking But Kilborn’s number one suggesleashed pets, she added. tion is that residents not allow dogs or The meeting, which was led by a cats to roam freely. FWC Senior Wildlife Assistance “Most coyote attacks on pets occur Biologist, was scheduled after neighboreither at night or in the early evening hood leaders reached out to and early morning hours,” she said. Hillsborough County Pet Resources to “During those times especially, be careask FWC to educate residents on coyful if you’re going to walk your pet in otes. wooded areas or areas where there are “The FWC works closely with parta lot of other plants growing, which could ners to provide assistance and informaconceal coyotes. Also, keep your dog tion about fish and wildlife in Florida,” close on a short leash that is less than said Kilborn. six feet. Keep cats indoors. When cats Along with basic information about roam freely, their risk of injury from coythe animals and their habits, the meeting otes, domestic dogs and other threats is spent time focusing on keeping pets greatly increased.” safe from coyotes. For more information on coyotes, “Coyotes are not large animals and visit https://myfwc.com/conservation/yourarely pose a threat to people, especially conserve/wildlife/coyotes/. Residents adults,” said Kilborn. “Using common who suspect there is a coyote in their sense around coyotes and other carniarea should call FWC at (863) 648-3200.

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Community Roundtable To Host Annual Community Affairs Dinner

By Kathy L. Collins

The Community participation via Roundtable will hold its membership and volAnnual Community unteerism. They do Affairs Dinner on this by holding severWednesday, February al events that are 27 at Center Place designed to assist located at 619 local non-profits and Vonderburg Dr., Ste B the public at large. in Brandon. There will An example of be a Social Hour beginthis is the Annual Photo courtesy of Steve B. Nickerson Honorary Mayor of ning at 6 p.m. with a sitdown dinner to follow at Join like-minded area residents and Brandon! Race. For celebrate all that is good about the 7 p.m. Greater Brandon area at the Annual 60 years, distinTickets for the Community Affairs Dinner hosted by guished individuals the Community Roundtable. annual event are just devote the month of $45 per person. You can become a spon- June to “running” for Honorary Mayor by sor and host a table of eight for just $450. holding events. The candidate who raises To reserve your tickets and to get more the most money is declared the Honorary information on sponsorships, please call Mayor. All proceeds raised are donated to 661-4350 or email the non-profits chosen by the candidate. roundtable2008@aol.com. In addition, the Community The theme for this year’s dinner is a Roundtable hosts the Annual Fourth of Celebration of the 60th Anniversary of the July Parade, which is believed to be Florida’s largest; a golf tournament; a Honorary Mayor of Brandon! Race. All former Honorary Mayors have been invitCommunity Service Forum; and several ed to attend the dinner and will be preother events. sented with a gift to recognize their supJanine Nickerson, President of the port for the Greater Brandon area. Community Roundtable said, “The Annual In addition to recognizing the Community Affairs Dinner highlights the Honorary Mayors, the dinner is a time accomplishments of our local neighbors when awards are presented, including the and businesses who work for the betterAlice B. Tompkins Community Service ment of other residents who have fallen Award, The Non-Profit of the Year Award on difficult times. By supporting Brandon’s and the Community Roundtable charities, we can all benefit from those Scholarship, which is awarded to deservcontributions. Attendees to the dinner ing students. mingle with active volunteers, charities The Community Roundtable is an all- and achievers who may spark interest to volunteer organization whose mission is volunteer with worthy non-profits.” to instill a sense of community and pride Please visit www.thecommunityfor the Greater Brandon area through roundtable.org.

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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 miroirrigaLandscaping™ can be seen in action!

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27th Annual Apollo Beach Manatee Festival Of The Arts Amy Schechter

Back again in its public of outstand27th year, the Apollo ing quality. If Beach Manatee selected, artists are Festival of the Arts provided with a showcases local artists designated parking and provides a familyand exhibition friendly atmosphere area, booth signs you will not want to and other amenimiss. A unique collaboties. In addition to ration between the the opportunity to SouthShore Chamber sell artwork, Enjoy the awards for best in of Commerce and the Manatee SouthShore Arts Festival of show and other the Arts Saturday and Sunday, March 9 categories total Council; if you can and 10 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at E.G. imagine it, an artist $10,000 this year. Simmons Park in Ruskin. there is likely to create Applications it. You will find imaginative pieces made are due February 22 and are available from glass, wood, metal and photography. online. Applications must be accompanied This year’s festival will be held the by two checks: one check for $25 (nonweekend of March 9-10 from 10 a.m. to 5 refundable application fee) and one check p.m. both days at E.G. Simmons Park. for $220 (tax included) for space fee, $250 The exhibition area gives artists the for an end space, or $110 for a student opportunity to display work, interact with artist booth space fee. Space fee will be local patrons, and sell their art. returned on or before February 24 if you Melanie Davis, executive director of are not selected by the jury. the SouthShore Chamber, can attest: The festival also seeks for-profit and “This festival is all about arts and all about non-profit vendors, who do not go through our community. We draw artists from all the selection process and are not eligible over the country. We add great live music, for prizes, and instead pay a fee to display a hands-on kids’ zone, a commercial and or sell products. This application and fee non-profit area where you can meet our listing is also available online. local businesses and organizations, and, For information, visit of course, we add delicious food and ice www.southshorechamberofcommerce.org. cold beverages to the mix. There is some- For questions about the application thing for everyone here.” process, call 645-1366 or email Artists in all mediums are invited to accounts@southshorechamberofcomapply and will be selected by a committee merce.org. E.G. Simmons Park is located from the SouthShore Arts Council. The at 2401 19th Ave NW, Ruskin, 33570. selection process allows for a dedication Please note there is a $2 cash fee per car to excellence and an assurance to the (up to eight people) to enter the park.

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GRCC Proclaims Award Winners At Its Medieval Royal Feast

By Michelle Colesanti

developed business relationships and encouraged the members to help the It most certainly was a Knight to with over 20 employees to The Alley at friendships. This Chamber is a tremenChamber reach even higher accomplishRemember for the individuals and busiSouthshore. dous asset for our community and I ments in the coming year. These board nesses that were recognized at this Bill Andrew from Superior am delighted to be a member and an members include: President Michelle year’s Greater Riverview Chamber of Ambassador.” Mosher, SouthShore Insurance Commerce (GRCC) The 2018 Margy Watkins Professionals, LLC, President Elect Mike Annual Volunteer of the Year went to Shirley Jones, World’s Finest Chocolate, Past Membership Bhat, It Works! - Ketones from President Elijah Heath, Edward Jones, Dinner on Shirley Bhat, and Isabella Rosal, Treasurer Jerry Rothstein, Keep I.T. January 11. owner of Tea, Bowls and Desserts, Simple Computer Services, Board The festivities was named 2018 Shining Star. Emeritus Jim Johnson, Retired, were led by the Marie Gilmore, managing editor Honorary Mayor of Riverview Bill Emcee, Jim of the Osprey Observer, was surAndrew, Superior Residences of Smeaton of prised when her name was Brandon Memory Care, Christian Beiter, Charles announced as the 2018 Citizen of Preservation 1st Financial Group, LLC, Rutenberg-Home the Year. "What an unexpected Dan Bender, South Bay Hospital, Faith Sales Tampa Bay. and significant honor to have been Hanaway, The Alley At SouthShore, The current named the 2018 Citizen of the James Pulkowski, James J Pulkowski, President, Michelle Year," she said. "I'm beyond hum- CPA, P.A., Janet Noah, The Bridges Mosher, SouthShore Insurance Professionals, LLC chose the royal rey r of the Osp er and editoname was called as n w o theme, which every, re o Marie Gilm rprised when her e Year. as su one enjoyed. The Observer, w the 2018 Citizen of th majestic table decorations and costuming Residences of Brandon made the night memorable, along with Memory Care was named this the music that was provided by On The year’s Honorary Mayor of Move Productions. Many guests particiRiverview after raising the most pated by creatively decorating their money in the Honorary Mayor’s tables. Chick-fil-A Brandon’s table won race last fall. the vote for ‘favorite’ table. Janet Noah, Community The feast befitting a Knight was Relations Liaison for The Bridges catered by Coastal Catering. Retirement Community, was It as a Knight to Remember at this year’s Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce Annual The awards presentations were as named the 2018 Ambassador of Membership Dinner on January 11. follows: the Year. She said, “I have bled to have been recognized by the Retirement Community, Jill Andrew, 2018 Business of the Year (five or enjoyed the opportunity to serve as a Chamber community for such a distinct Superior Residences of Brandon less employees) went to P.F. Auto Glass, Greater Riverview Chamber of award." Memory Care, Kendra Wilson, Suncoast Inc., up to 20 employees went to Bryan Commerce Ambassador for the past A Hillsborough County Credit Union, Marijean Reith, RE/MAX Hindman Electric, LLC and the business three years. I’ve met many people and Commissioners Commendation was preSouth Shore Realty, Michael Broussard, sented to 2018 President Michelle The Flying Locksmiths, Nikki Foster, The Mosher, SouthShore Insurance Mosaic Company, Rinky Parwani, Professionals, LLC, as acknowledgement Parwani Law, PA and Tanya Doran, of the outstanding achievements that Greater Riverview Chamber of Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce. Commerce realized during 2018. For more information on the Commissioner Stacy White was on hand Greater Riverview Chamber of to present this Commendation. Commerce, please visit President Mosher swore in the www.RiverviewChamber.com or call the GRCC 2019 Board of Directors and office at 234-5944.

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Apollo Beach Woman’s Club Opens 2019 College Scholarships Applications

Retiring Environmental Scientist Receives NOAA Award For Conservation

Any 2019 high must be submitted to your school senior counselor by Friday, zoned for attenFebruary 22 (your school’s dance at East Bay deadline). or Lennard high If you attend another schools is eligible high school in Hillsborough to apply for an County and meet the Apollo Beach zoned requirement for Woman’s Club attendance at East Bay or (ABWC) college Lennard, please check the scholarship. website for details. You are According to eligible to apply. It is imporABWC tant to contact Mrs. Doyle President indicating your intent to Katherine apply by text/phone call to Cintron, “The 310-8738 or email: apolDecember 2018 Holiday Luncheon fea- lobeach5@gmail.com. The purpose of our turing East Bay High School choral club is to raise groups, Angel Tree gifts for local elemen- ABWC application must be money for schol- tary school students and the quilt raffle, postmarked and mailed to compliments of Keep Me in Stitches. arships for high Mrs. Doyle (see applicaschool students to continue their education for address) or it can be emailed with tion and to lend a helping hand in our attachments by February 22. community.” All applications must be complete to Each applicant must be accepted be considered. If chosen as a scholarship and enrolled as a full-time student at one candidate, an interview will be scheduled of Florida’s two-year colleges or four-year by East Bay or Lennard High School coluniversities. Each applicant must demonlege and career counselors during the strate financial need: $700 scholarships week of March 9. for two-year community colleges and The ABWC has been supporting and $1,500 scholarships for four-year univerenhancing the community continuously sities are available to cover tuition, books, since 1959. and fees. “Although raising funds to support The ABWC Scholarship application our scholarships and community projects and criteria can be downloaded from are of primary importance, we also like to ABWC’s website at www.apollobeachhave fun and explore the area we live in,” womansclub.com. The application deadnoted Cintron. line is Friday, February 22. If you are interested in attending one If you are a student at East Bay or of the luncheons, please contact Sharon Lennard, please contact your college and Vasquez, at 641-7856 or email at sharoncareer counselor. The ABWC application lvasquez@verizon.net.

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

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Goodson Farms and Strawberry Market sells its strawberry pizza by the slice. For a whole strawberry pizza, customers need to call ahead.

said, “The market is open for business now through March, when the strawberry season ends.” Goodson added, “We are happy to provide a great place for families to come have a shortcake with us.” Goodson Farms was started in 1979 by Don and Janet Goodson. Don passed away in 2003 and Janet in 2011. Since then, their sons, Mike and Ricky, along with Jessica, have owned and operated the family business. Goodson Farms consists of approximately 1,500 acres, which stretches over areas of Southern Hillsborough County and Northern Manatee County. The current market location was opened in 2006. Prior to

Goodson Farms Strawberry Market, located at 12406 County Road 672 E in Balm, is now open for the 2019 Strawberry Season. A recent visit to the farm and market revealed a bustling, attractive, family-friendly market. At Goodson Farms Strawberry Market, you can do your weekly produce shopping and get a delicious treat to eat. There is plenty of outdoor seating available. The prize attraction is, of course, the delicious strawberries. In addition to the quarts and half flats of delicious, juicy and sweet Goodson Farms and Strawberry Market in strawberries which are picked fresh Balm sells some of the juiciest, most delicious and sweetest strawberries around the area. daily, the market offers other farm Do not miss your opportunity to try them fresh produce such as potatoes, before the season is over in March or early cauliflower, tomatoes and greens. April. They also offer different flavored that, produce and strawberries were syrups and jarred, pickled items such sold from a small roadside stand as okra. which was located at the intersection Prices are quite reasonable. Half of Balm Riverview Rd. and County flats of strawberries are just $12 and Road 672. quarts are $3.50. Goodson Farms and Strawberry However, the thing that brings Market is open Monday through people from all over is the café, Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The which offers sandwiches, drinks and market is open only seasonally until desserts. The desserts, all strawberStrawberry Season ends in March or ry-based of course, include cake, early April. If you want to taste strawmilkshakes, strawberry pizza, strawberries when they are at their ripest, berry sundaes and strawberry shortmost delectably juicy state, then take cakes. On the day I visited, there a ride to Balm and see for yourself. were over 100 people in line for deliFor more information, please call cious treats. 634-7790 and like Goodson Farms Goodson Farms Strawberry Strawberry Market on Facebook. Market Manager Jessica Goodson

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South County Spartans Program Boasts Successful Inaugural Year

By Nick Nahas

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According to Coach Christian Beiter, they gave out around $5,000 in scholarship funds this season. They are going to host a movie night on Thursday, February 21 to help raise funds. The South County Spartans Athletic Program age groups for football and cheer are: Flag, ages 4, 5 and 6; Freshman (tackle) ages 7 and 8; Sophomores (tackle) ages 9 and 10; Juniors (tackle) ages 11 and 12; and Seniors (tackle) ages 13 and 14. The age for the season is based on the age the child will be on July 31. Registration for football

The South County Spartans Athletic Program (SCSAP), located in the Riverview/SouthShore area, had a great first season with football and cheer, with about 160 kids combined. The program offers wrestling, golf, football (flag and tackle) and cheerleading. They are looking to add other sports as well, such as lacrosse. The Sophomores (9 and 10-year-olds) cheerleading team won first place in the Florida Elite Cheer Competition The program had its first cheer season as well with Sophomores Medium Division. about 40 cheerleaders. This was the Spartans’ first cheer is $75 for flag and $200 competition seafor tackle. Cheer is $100 son. for the flag level, $200 for Academics are all tackle levels. They are just as important to now accepting $50 the South County deposits to hold spots for Spartans Athletic teams. They have payProgram as athletment plans, multiple athics are. As a part of lete discounts and scholtheir honor roll proarship opportunities for gram, kids can earn those in need. a free hour of bowl“We want to continue ing and an arcade to make our program card from the Alley more competitive so that at SouthShore if our kids can learn about they make their The South County Spartans Athletic hard work, discipline and school’s honor roll. Program had its inaugural football perseverance and how it season this past year. Every quarter, the pays off to put in the program recognizes athletes who make work,” said Beiter. “We’re just looking to the honor roll, and they are working on improve off of our first season, which was finding more sponsors to provide gifts as a success.” incentives for the kids. They have also For more information on registration added an academic advisor to the profor events, or if you would like to help gram to make sure the kids do well acasponsor the program or donate, you can demically. visit their Facebook page called South The program is currently holding County Spartans Athletic Program. fundraisers to raise money for tournaPlease reach out via Facebook if you are ments and new equipment, as well as interested in coaching or helping start a scholarships and financial aid to players. new sport.

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SCC Area Chamber Of Commerce To Hold Annual Classic Cup Golf Tournament Sun City Center was developed by promoting a subtropical retirement lifestyle that includes plenty of opportunities for golf, but the SCC Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual Chamber Cup Classic Golf Lynne Conlan is execuTournament is a tive director of the Sun City Center Area chance to mix Chamber of Commerce. business with a day on the course. This year marks the ninth edition of the Chamber Cup Classic and will be held on Saturday, March 23 at Sandpiper Golf Club, 1702 South Pebble Beach Blvd. in Sun City Center. Organizers have a full day of activities slated for the event, starting with registration and breakfast at 7 a.m., with a tee time of 8:30 a.m. While the tournament bears the SCC Chamber name and is one of the organization’s major annual events, the chamber’s executive director, Lynne Conlan, said everyone is welcome to compete. “It’s a fun tournament and this is one event where you don’t have to be a member.” Registration for individuals is $100 and $400 per foursome with an entry deadline of March 18. The tournament is a chance for golfers to network in a sporting manner and also provides a way for businesses

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Shen Yun: Chinese Civilization Comes To Life Through the Arts Shen Yun will once again visit the Tampa Bay and Lakeland area from February 20-26. You are invited to travel back to the magical world of ancient China and experience a lost culture through the incredible art of classical Chinese dance, and see legends come to life. Shen Yun makes this possible by pushing the boundaries of the performing arts, with a unique blend of stunning costuming, high-tech backdrops and an orchestra like no other. Be prepared for a theatrical experience that will take your breath away This New York-based performing arts organization draws from 5,000 years of China’s civilization and cultures to create original music and dance performances. Live music accompanies perfectly synced dance performances. You will enjoy the synchronized routines and acrobatic style moves. The traditional Chinese culture that is presented by Shen Yun cannot be seen anywhere else in the world; not even in China, where the ruling communist regime has viewed China’s rich spiritual and artistic heritage as a threat to its ideology and for decades tried to erase it.

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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

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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

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Thrilling Rides, Classic Country Music And Fun Fair Food Tops List For 2019 State Fair The year was 1904 when the State Fair’s roots took hold. That first Fair’s attractions were simple and it was held in a single building on a 27-acre plot adjoining the Henry B. Plant’s Tampa Bay Hotel, where the University of Tampa stands today. It officially became the Florida State Fair in 1915 and now, 115 years after it all began, it is still going strong. The 2019 Fair will be open for 11 days from February 7-18. In addition to thrilling rides on the Midway, it would not be the Florida State Fair without many educational and entertaining attractions and performers. Where, for the price of a movie ticket, you can see a sea lion, a spectacular Big Top Circus, cheer on your favorite porker at the pig races, feed a giraffe from your own hand or take a ride in N3079G, the original Batcopter from the Batman TV series and the original Batman movie. Captain Eugene Nock, A.T.P. acquired this world-famous helicopter and has meticulously restored N3079G to a complete airworthy condition (not included in admission or armband prices). “We want both loyal patrons and those who have not yet visited the Fair to join us in making memories that will last a lifetime,” said Cheryl Flood, executive director of the Florida State Fair Authority. There are plenty of new foods for you to try this year including BuffaloadedMac and Cheese Quesadilla at Bryan’s Concessions; Giant Mozzarella Cheese Stick at Angela’s Pizza; Red Beans and Rice Funnel Cake at the Best Around. Spices, red beans and rice are mixed in the batter to turn this cake savory fried golden brown. Smoked

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Hillsborough County Public Schools Showcase. There are many more to explore. Bring your kids or grandkids to Cracker Country, a rural outdoor Florida living history museum where you feel like you have become part of the past. Immerse yourself in the life of a 19th century Florida pioneer. Hillsborough County’s Student Day at the Fair will be on Friday, February 8. Students enter free with student tickets distributed by their school. Students must be accompanied by an adult, ages 21 or older, after 6 p.m. The Florida State Fairgrounds is located at 4800 U.S. Hwy. 301 N in Tampa. Gates open Monday through Thursday at 10 a.m. Midway opens at 1 p .m. On Friday, Saturday, Sunday and President's Day, gates open at 9 a.m. and Midway opens at 10 a.m. Admission prices range from $11 for adults during the week to $13 on weekends. Special pricing is available on certain days for seniors 55 and over and for children. Children ages 5 and under are free. You can also purchase discounted tickets through February 6 at participating Publix Supermarkets in Tampa Bay. For information on ticket and armband prices, visit www.floridastatefair.com. Cannot get enough of the Fair? Now you can purchase a Fair Mega-12 Day Pass for $70. This buys you unlimited rides and admission. Call the Fair Box Office at 740-4640 to order your MegaPass, which is only available for purchase through January 31. For a complete listing of events, visit www.floridastatefair.com.

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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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Center Place Presents Its 28th Annual Wild Dame Night, ‘Art Rocks Comedy’

By Kathy L. Collins

Center Place will Rodriguez added, hold its 28th Annual "You can enjoy dinner, Wild Dame Night drinks, entertainment Celebration on and our Rockin' Saturday, February 23. Desserts. You can This fun Ladies Only support Center Place's event will begin at 6:30 arts programs while p.m. Tickets are just having a fun night out $60 per person. You with the girls." can also sponsor a As noted, all protable for eight for just ceeds from Center $700. Tickets sell out Place's Annual Wild fast, so get them quickDame Night will benefit ly. Center Place's arts Attendees will enjoy programming, which dinner, drinks, entertainincludes arts instruction ment and of course a for children and adults Rockin' Dessert Bar. The and Children's Theatre. theme for this year is "Art The latter is offered to Center Place’s wildly popular Rocks Comedy!" Attire is Wild Dame Night will be held on children and may be the Saturday, February 23. This casual. Attendees are only time some children year’s theme is “Art Rocks encouraged to wear their Comedy.” Get your tickets now get to see live theatre. favorite concert T-shirt Center Place is a as they sell out quickly. This is a fun way to support the arts. and jeans, or dress as registered non-profit. your favorite rock star. The organization was established in "Art Rocks Comedy" is a night of 1976, and since that time they have been music and laughs starring Kier. You will devoted to supporting the fine arts as well laugh at his great stand-up and spot-on as civic involvement. They support the musical impressions. Along with his Rock arts through instruction and hosting Impressions, a highlight of the show is events that feature exhibits of art. The Kier's History of Rock Guitar Riffs. Kier's next art exhibit will be the Third Annual impressions include Sting, Springsteen, Square's Off, a national art competition. U2, Neil Young and many more. Center Place is located at 619 Lisa Rodriguez, Director of Marketing Vonderburg Dr. in Brandon. To get your for Center Place said, "With each year tickets to this year's Wild Dame Night, comes a new theme for the ALL Ladies please visit Center Place Monday through Night Out. The year is 'Art Rocks Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. or call 685Comedy' with internationally known gui8888. For more information on all of tarist/comedian Kier. It will be a great Center Place's events, please visit night of music and laughs." www.centerplacebrandon.org.

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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, contests, youth programs, top-name entertainment and parades 2019 Strawberry Festival Queen Kendall Gaudens, along with First Maid with glorious floats and marchMadilyn Conrad and court members Kennedy Cullins, Jada Brown and ing bands. It continues to pre- Olivia Frazier, can be seen at festival events throughout the grounds. The serve and enhance the agricul- 84th annual Strawberry Festival will take place from Thursday, February 28 to Sunday, March 10. tural and historical legacy of Fried Strawberry Cheese Burst as standing group the Florida strawberry. well as lots of other fair foods for you of young ladies Gates open at 10 a.m. and close to feast on. who will repreat 10 p.m. daily. Midway times vary. Kendall Gaudens, a senior at sent us well for General admission is $10 for ages 13 Plant City High School, was crowned the 84th year,” and up. Children 5 and under are the 2019 Florida Strawberry Festival said President admitted free when accompanied by Queen from a field of 31 contestants. Paul Davis a paying adult. Children 6 to 12 She, along with First Maid Madilyn There is no require a youth ticket purchase of $5. Conrad and court members Kennedy place better Each year, more than 500,000 Cullins, Jada Brown and Olivia than the visitors enjoy all the Festival offers, Frazier, can be seen at festival Strawberry including its signature strawberry events throughout the grounds, Festival to catch shortcake. including on the Wish Farms some of your favorite concerts. Other ways to enjoy Plant City’s Soundstage before each of the 24 Favorites such as Alabama, Willie fresh strawberries while visiting headline entertainment shows and at Nelson, Kool & The Gang, Styx, include Strawberry Fudge, community events throughout the Martina McBride, Chris Janson and Strawberry Fritters, Strawberry Kettle year. “Once again, we have an outOld Dominion will take to the Wish Korn, Strawberry Cream Puffs, Deep

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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Volume 17, Issue 2

Learn And Play Tampa Bay Prepares Local Children For Kindergarten

By Libby Hopkins

The Glazer a week for 90 minutes, Children’s our van drives into Museum is select communities going outward throughout into the commuHillsborough County nity with its and sets up at a comLearn & Play munity center, church Tampa Bay to or local library,” Ariasboost kinderSteele said. “The room garten readiis divided into learning ness by fosstations consisting of The Glazer Children’s tering their littents, tunnels, books, Museum is going outward into tlest learners’ the community with its Learn train stations, balance curiosity to & Play Tampa Bay to boost beams, arts and crafts, kindergarten readiness. learn, grow and and puppet theaters. thrive through play, empowering parents These stations encourage little learners to to be confident and knowledgeable teach- engage in art, early writing, numeracy, ers and building a network of mutual sup- STEM, gross motor and imaginative play, port among the families they serve. all the skills needed before entering “The museum started a new initiative Kindergarten.” Caregivers and their little this year to increase its impact within the ones play side by side with other families, community of Tampa Bay as an educaengaging in cooperative play and joining tional resource with its after-school protogether in group circle time to sing grams and field trips for Title 1 schools,” songs, listen to bilingual stories and pracsaid Learn & Play Tampa Bay’s Director, tice following routines just like they would Sara Arias-Steele. “With Learn & Play at school. Tampa Bay, the museum wanted to go The program is completely free further in extending its influence as an thanks to generous funding by the educational institution to tackle the issue Children’s Board of Hillsborough County. of kindergarten readiness within Tampa “All families are asked to please pre-regBay. With 50 percent of children entering ister before attending one of the site locaschool not ready in 2018, the museum tions,” Arias-Steele said. “Our current felt a social responsibility to aid in the locations are in East Tampa (Cyrus efforts by other institutions, such as the Green Community Center) and SeffnerChildren’s Board of Hillsborough County.” Mango Library branch.” The program is in essence a mobile If you would like to learn more about museum, taking the creativity and playful- the program, visit learnplaytampabay.org ness at which the Glazer Children’s or contact Arias-Steele at sariasMuseum excels and embedding it within steele@glazermuseum.org or 833-426their lessons and learning stations. “Twice 7529.

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Shoot For Those Who Shot For U.S. Event Supports Area Honor Flights

By Stacy Huisman

said picking this charity was their company’s way to give back to the greatest generation. “We chose these charities because it’s a beautiful way to say thank you to our veterans for their service. We have seen firsthand, by being guardians, how this day of appreciation can change a soldier and help them to feel the love that so many people want

Guardians, the Wilson family, in Washington D.C. for local Honor Flight with two WWII veterans.

Shoot For Those Who Shot For U.S is a local clay shooting fundraiser benefiting two area Honor Flight programs. The event will be held on Friday, February 22 at 10:30 a.m. at the FishHawk Sporting Clays Club located at 13505 Hobson Simmons Rd. in Lithia. Clay shooters at a previous Shoot For Those Who All funds raised will support Shot For U.S. two local Honor Flights–Honor them to feel.” Flight of West Central Florida, which is Wilson also says witnessing veteraffiliated with Honor Flight Network, and ans of different conflicts supporting each Flight to Honor of Polk Veterans other was a moving experience. Council. “I have a friend who went on the The mission of the Honor Flights flight as a guardian. He is a veteran of and Flight to Honor is to transport veterVietnam, and watching his pride and his ans of WWII, Korean and Vietnam Wars emotions change throughout the day to the national memorials in Washington was breathtaking. Here is a man who D.C., honoring their service and coverwas never welcomed home with ing all expenses associated with the applause, walking a WWII veteran off of flight. According to Honor Flight a plane, and seeing so many people Network’s website, more than 35,000 cheering, clapping and thrilled to see veterans are on the waiting list for its them get off the plane changes a perprogram. Since 2005, the network has son for the better. “ flown more than 21,000 veterans to the The Shoot For Those Who Shot For nation’s capital. U.S event is open to everyone and all Cardinal Roofing started the event skill levels. Children are welcome but in 2013, raising more than $60,000 must be well-supervised. For more inforsince the inaugural event. Bridget mation on the event or how to sign up, Wilson, part owner of Cardinal Roofing, contact Cardinal Roofing at 689-7663.

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Tax Happens Celebrates Five-Year Anniversary Serving Community

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Theresa Turner Science and Taxation). opened her Riverview “We do all work inbusiness full-time five house, we don’t hand years ago this any work out or outValentine’s Day. Turner source,” said Turner. has 18 years of public “All employees are accounting experience local, and we are availunder her belt, and able to our clients believes that honesty year-round.” Flexible and integrity are the corschedules are offered nerstones of business. to her employees. Two “The saying is that you of her employees are can rely on death and moms that only work taxes happening, so I when their kids are went with taxes,” said in school. She Turner. encourages her Turner is also clients to do as little actively involved in Photo courtesy of Tax Happens or as much as they the community. She want with her comTheresa Turner is the owner and founder of Tax Happens in Riverview. pany, and offers has a non-profit organization called upfront pricing Riverview Our Town, which provides before any work is done. humanitarian aid to individuals in the According to Turner, with all of the community, including senior citizens tax law changes, she has had 62 with limited resources and homebound hours of continued education on just seniors. She is married with children the new changes in the tax law since and has two grandsons. She also has this time last year. Her goals for Tax an 18-month-old son that they recently Happens are to expand her business, unexpectedly adopted. provide for her family, offer flexible According to the Tax Happens jobs to members of the community and website, Turner previously worked with keep her clients satisfied. “We want to a large regional CPA firm in downtown meet their needs and be available to Tampa, serving with a Big Four Public alleviate their stress,” Turner said. Accounting firm and a mid-size, Tax Happens will be hosting a ribregional New York City firm. She bon-cutting event on Wednesday, earned a Bachelor of Science in February 13 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. It Accounting from Hofstra University is open to the public and will have hors and a Masters of Science in Taxation d’oeuvres, drinks and music. from St. John’s University. She is a For more information, visit registered CPA and a MST (Masters of TaxHappens.com.

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why? What is your favorite book and was alone on this island, I would I If ks. Diary of Wimpy kid boo key to happime by to survive. Humor is the need laughter and humor to get ness. you live by? Is there a quote or saying that when I was never had" My mom told me this you "Always give back to what ple and peo to e nic ng bei growing up but younger. We didn't have much a smile ate Cre . nce ere diff a of kes a world helping them when you can ma mised. because tomorrow is never pro s and parents onders in our area.......Student resp 1st for ds car kes ma My class l, and the pita hos 's Joe our area fire station, St parents from my class deliver cards to and s clas my Day n's Then, on Vetera sheriffs office thanking them. ver It is y et and give cards to Veteran's. go up to the VA hospital to me rewarding to me and my classes.

Hillsborough County Celebrates Record High Graduation Rates

By Kate Quesada

Hillsborough County high schools have a reason to celebrate this month. The school district recently announced that the graduation rate is currently at an all-time high with 85.8 percent of students graduating after their senior year. According to Hillsborough County Public School’s (HCPS) Media Outreach representative Tanya Arja, the 2018 rate is 2.9 percentage Hillsborough County Public Schools celebrated points higher than the year record high graduation rates in 2018. Superintendent before and 12.3 percentage Jeff Eakins announced the results last month at East Bay High School in Gibsonton. points higher than in 2014. “This increase in our gradsignificant impact a high school diploma uation rate should be celebrated across has on a student’s future earning potenour community,” said Arja, who tial. According to Arja, students with a explained that the 2018 increase diploma earn $380,000 more during amounts to 1,055 more students earntheir lifetime compared to those who do ing a high school diploma. “This highnot graduate. lights the determination of students and The district has also seen a signifithe dedication of teachers and staff who cant rise in the number of minority stuwork with them every day.” dents and students with disabilities Brandon-area schools played a role achieving diplomas. in the district’s success, with “We couldn’t have done this without Bloomingdale High School raising its our dedicated parents, staff and, of graduation rate six percentage points in course, our amazing students,” said five years to an impressive 96.1 percent Eakins. and Brandon High School increasing its For more information on the gradurate 11.3 percentage points over five ation rates, visit www.sdhc.k12.fl.us or years with 93.5 percent of students call 272-4000. graduating in 2018. Spoto High School in Riverview had the highest graduation rate increase in 2018, jump100 ing nearly eight percentage points from 80.4 to 88.3 percent, and Newsome High School in Lithia 90 has the highest graduation rate in the district at 98.6 percent. “We are thrilled to see this significant leap to an all time 80 high,” said HCPS Superintendent Jeff Eakins. “We are on target to meet our goal of a 90 percent 70 graduation rate by 2020.” Eakins, who became superintendent in 2014 when the rate was 76 percent, has made raising 60 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 the graduation rate a key priority during his tenure because of the

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Newsome Hosts Distracted Driving Brandon High To Host Career Event By Kate Quesada Event, ‘Trauma Is No Accident’ Residents from all resentatives from By Kate Quesada Newsome Office will High School stualso be on dents will get a site offering dose of reality information this month. The and will disschool is hosting play a vehia distracted drivcle at the ing event on school that Tuesday, was wrecked February 26 due to disNewsome High School is hosting a distracted titled ‘Trauma is tracted drivdriving event, which is open to the public, on Tuesday, February 26 at 6:30 p.m. No Accident’, to ing. teach students and parents the dangers “The vehicle is an impactful stateof distracted driving that can lead to ment reminding teens visually of the accidents and physical trauma to others. results of distracted driving,” said According to Peggy Clarkson with Clarkson. John Clarkson Allstate, whose office is Attendees will be able to pick up sponsoring the event, the program is literature, including student and teen presented by More Health and the driving contracts, and during the event, Newsome PTA and is open to the public. residents will be asked to take a Families with children of all ages are pledge not to text and drive. There will invited to attend. also be a raffle from Clarkson Allstate “It is all about focusing on the road,” and giveaways. said Clarkson. “Cell phones, music, food “As a local insurance agency, we and friends are distractions that can lead want to provide awareness and help to trauma.” everyone stay safe on our roads,” said During the event, an interactive Clarkson. “Every day we talk to teens game will show students how simple and parents on safe driving and want tasks, coupled with driving, become everyone in our community to undercomplex and dangerous. stand that what you do behind the “Factual stories and simulations wheel of a car can change your life emphasize the importance of wearing and someone else’s forever. We all a seatbelt and not texting or drinking have seen the increase of accidents and driving,” said Clarkson, who startdaily and we can do our own part in ed sponsoring the event in the fall of driving safely with no distractions.” 2017. “Students and parents gain an The event will take place February understand of brain and spinal cord 26 at 6:30 p.m. in the Newsome auditoinjuries and the process of rehabilitarium, located at 16550 FishHawk Blvd. tion.” in Lithia. For information, call Clarkson The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s at 263-2994 or the school at 740-4600.

over eastern businesses including Hillsborough County are Publix, Moffitt Cancer invited to Brandon High Center, the United School for an exciting States Army, event this month. The BayCare and the school is hosting its SunCoast Federal second annual commuCredit Union. nity fair, titled Gateway “This year we are to Your Future, on really expanding to February 12 with a variinclude partners who ety of partners offering not only help with Brandon High School is hosting residents information Gateway to Your Future, a Career career and educaabout education, tion, but also offer Pathways event this month with community partners offering employment health and free health services information about career services, community resources. education, health and community and make it easy for Hosted by people to get resources. Hillsborough County Public School’s resources that will help them get (HCPS) Adult Education Career through the day,” said Eller. “Our goal is Pathways team, the event started out to reach as many people as possible.” five years ago as a career fair but has Representatives from health related gradually morphed into a community businesses such as BayCare and event offering something for everyone. AdventHealth will offer screening at the “Our goal is to inform the communi- event and Publix representatives will be ty about what resources might available interviewing for positions during the fair. they might not be aware of,” said The Brandon High fair, which will Hillsborough County Adult Education take place from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, District Resource Trainer Willie Eller. February 12, is one of three similar “The more we get out into the commuevents taking place in the county this nity, the more we realize that not only month. do people not realize what we in the “We are targeting areas with a adult education department do, but they large number of residents that we think also don’t know about the many serviccan benefit from the services that we es available that will make their lives are offering at the fair and we hope that easier. We hope to change that with people from all over eastern this event.” Hillsborough County will be able to According to Eller, the team is attend the Brandon event,” said Eller. working with a wide variety of commuBrandon High School is located at nity partners to make the event as ben- 1101 Victoria St. in Brandon. For more eficial to as many people as possible. It information about the event, call 231will be an open house format with rep1907.

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Saint Anne’s Fourth Annual Golf Tournament

A ‘Best Ball Golf Tournament’ will be held Saturday, April 6, at Sandpiper Golf Club, 1702 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. in Sun City Center. Registration opens at 7 a.m. with an 8 a.m. ‘Shotgun Start’. The entrance fee is $75 per player, or $300 for each foursome. Register before Thursday, February 28 for $70 per player, or $280 for a foursome. This fee includes prizes for Hole-in-One, Greatest Putt, Longest Drive, Most Accurate Drive, Closest to the Pin (all Par 3s) and a ‘FUN’ Awards Luncheon with great food and prizes following the Tournament. The luncheon will be hosted at the SouthShore Falls Ballroom located in the SouthShore Falls community in Apollo Beach. There will be a Hole in One contest with a Grand Prize of $10,000. Tournament registration forms are available in the Saint Anne Parish Office Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m.-12 Noon. Forms are also available at Sandpiper Golf Course Pro Shop. Completed forms can be dropped off at the Parish Office or sent to Kevin Hagan., 5326 Loon Nest Ct., Apollo Beach, FL 33572. For more infor-

mation, contact Hagan at marne411@yahoo.com. Proceeds benefit Saint Anne Catholic Church Community Outreach programs, including the weekly Food Pantry, St. Vincent DePaul, and Catholic Charities’ Mobile Medical Bus ministering to the health needs of rural poor in southeastern Hillsborough County.

Florida Sonrays Night Out With Special Guest Gospel Music Artist Lynda Randle

A community event for senior adults is scheduled for Friday, February 15. an Italian dinner buffet will be served at 5 p.m. and the concert will be from 6-8 p.m. at Lake Wimauma Convention Center, 5408 SR 674 in Wimauma. The cost is $25 per person (includes dinner and concert). For tickets, call Valerie at 634-7537.

SouthShore Community Chorus Spring Season

Join the SouthShore Community Chorus for its upcoming spring season. This intergenerational community chorus is under the direction of Mr. Douglas Westlake, and provides an outlet for creative expression to singers in the SouthShore area and Teamwork Missions delivered hot BBQ meals along with beyond. other goodies and gifts to Fire Station 28. Ages 17 and up Nonprofit ‘Teamwork Missions’ Gives are welcome to join; all voice parts, are Back To First Responders welcome. No tryouts - just come and Teamwork Missions held an event add your voice. called ‘Project Give Back’ in December as Chorus members meet every a gesture of gratitude for the Hillsborough Monday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at St County First Responders. The organizaAndrew Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del tion Teamwork Missions, which cusWebb Blvd. in Sun City Center. A contomizes mission trips for churches, partcert is planned for early May. nered with Mission BBQ in Brandon and For more information, the Winn Dixie in Sun City to make the contact aohara@southshorecommunityChristmas holiday special for Sun City’s chorus.org or visit https://www.faceFire Station 28. book.com/southshorecommunitychorus/ The nonprofit delivered Mission BBQ to join. for three consecutive days to cover the

three shifts for dinner. Additionally, it gifted each shift of first responders with ham and turkey to enjoy later. John Saunders, a board member with Teamwork Missions who also volunteered, said, “We wanted to do this as a way to say thank you for all they do for the community. I got to share with each shift—John 15:13 that says ‘Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.’” To learn more about Teamwork Missions, please visit www.teamworkmissions.com or email teamworkmissions@gmail.com.

Breakfast For Dinner

The Holy Innocents’ Chapter of Brotherhood of St. Andrew is hosting a Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner. Join in for a fun evening of fellowship and pancakes on Tuesday, March 5. Dinner, which includes pancakes (all you care to eat), sausage and a beverage, will be served from 5-8 p.m. The cost is $5 per person with a max of $15 per family. All proceeds will benefit community service projects of the Brotherhood of St. Andrews. The event will be held at Holy Innocents Episcopal Church, 604 N. Valrico Rd. in Valrico. Please contact the church during normal business hours at 689-3130 for more information.

East Hillsborough Democratic Club Meets

The monthly meeting of the East Hillsborough Democratic Club will be Tuesday, February 12, at O'Brien's Irish Pub & Grill, 701 W. Lumsden Rd. in Brandon. Invite family and friends at 6 p.m. for meet & greet; meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. For further information, please visit www.easthillsboroughdems.org.

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DayDreams Day Spa Makes Medical Aesthetics Shine With New Med Spa

Local SouthShore Chambers Recognize Individuals And Businesses

Skincare has always having with your skin. She been something everyone then tailors a treatment wants. We want the healthiest plan to make sure you get and as-close-to-perfect skin, your desired results. and we want quick proceAside from the med dures that offer the best spa, DayDreams offers results. In fact, research many other services. They shows that medical aesthetics offer massages, waxing, is on the rise, reaching nearly nail treatments, body and $17 billion by 2023. facial treatments, tanning “During my pregnancy, I and more. The owners, had a lot of issues with skinDayDreams Day Spa’s Dr. husband and wife Victoria Morin. care and I did a lot of Benjamin and research. Aesthetics Nikiya Keller, took is where skincare is over the spa four moving right now,” years ago. The spa Nikiya Herron Keller, was opened in owner of DayDreams 1999 by an aesDay Spa, said. thetician who wantDayDreams Day ed to create a Spa knows how peaceful experiimportant skincare is, ence for every cuswhich is why it is tomer. opening its very own The Kellers med spa where you have tried their One of the treatment rooms patients can hardest to keep can get medical conenjoy in peace. sultations, Botox, that same chemical peels goal. and more. And “You can leading the med get a great spa will be medservice anyical aesthetician where. We are Doctor Victoria about experiMorin. ences. You Originally can bring your from Ontario, mother or anyCanada, Dr. one who has Morin started with done a great her own practice thing for you in family medior is tired and cine. She and her you want to Another treatment room patients can enjoy in husband moved give them a peace. to Florida in 2005 great day, this where he practiced Orthopedic Surgery is the place to do it. We will make sure and she stayed at home to raise their to give them positive experiences,” she three children. She became interested in said. “We have tranquility rooms, medical aesthetics, searching for the best mimosas, snacks and fruits. It’s not just cosmetics and skincare products. After about the service, it’s about relaxing. It’s living in Florida, she became even more about taking a time to breathe and focused on preventative care. decompress.” “In Florida, we are exposed to the Both the Kellers and Dr. Morin also sun for a majority of the year. This can make sure that all the products are natucause a whole host of issues, the least of ral and effective. They use brands such which are hyperpigmentation and discolas Environ, Pevonia and DefenAge. oration,” she said on the DayDreams Day Each product has been tested by Dr. Spa website. “Given my longstanding Morin herself to ensure they give her interest in the area, when the opportunity patients the most dramatic results. arose to partner with DayDreams, it only DayDreams has two locations–one felt natural.” in Lakeland at 1463 Town Center Dr. People will be able to schedule a and one in Brandon at 658 Oakfield Dr.– consultation with the doctor where she where the doctor will be working at both. will do a skin analysis using a 3D imaging For more information, call 657-2992 or device and discuss the issues you are visit www.daydreamsdayspa.com/.

The SouthShore The ‘Boot, Scoot Chamber of Commerce and Boogie’ award went and Sun City Center to Hillsborough Chambers have both Community College for been busy honoring Nonprofit of the Year. local individuals and The SouthShore businesses that serve Chamber of Commerce the community. is located at 906 N US On January 16, the Hwy. 41 in Ruskin. Call SouthShore Chamber of 645-1366 or visit Commerce held its 2019 www.southshorechamCountry Nights Awards berofcommerce.org. Banquet. The Sun City The most prestiChamber of Commerce Incoming Chair Jeanne Burkeson (L) and Past chair gious award at the held its annual banquet Connie Huber SouthShore Chamber of on January 18. Commerce Membership Some of this year’s and Country Nights winners include Glenna Banquet, ‘Queen of Tanner, named Hearts’ (Person of the Ambassador of the Year. Year), went to Rachel Non-Profit of the Year Mushow, of Rachel’s went to Beth-El Family Salon in Apollo Farmworkers Ministry, Beach. New Member of the year Special Recognition to Christina Cieslik of Award went to Don Next Stage Moving Person of Pearson Services and Business Capital for his longtime of the Year to Send Out and ongoing sponsorCards, owner Jerry Christina Cieslik - Next Stage ship of the annual Moving Services stands next to Meeks. The Chairman's SouthShore Marine Award went to Hal Hal Jeffery Corps Toys for Tots Jeffery from drive. Imagineering Creative The ‘Do-Si-Do’ Award consulting. for the Chamber’s couple The Chamber is involvement went to Kathy located at 1651 Sun City and Roger Eckhart. Center Plaza in Sun City The ‘Take Me Home’ award went to Center. For more information, visit David Weekley Homes for Business of http://sccchamber.com/ or call 634-5111. the Year.

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Firehouse Cultural Center In Ruskin To Hold Bourbon On The Bayou

Hanson Services Offers Care And Companionship To Seniors

The Firehouse ing for a more affordCultural Center in able event for our Ruskin is hosting its first supporters at all levever Bourbon on the els.” Bayou. This special Attendees will event will be held on enjoy six food staSaturday, March 2 from tions serving fresh 7 to 11 p.m. at the shucked oysters, a Firehouse Cultural shrimp boil bar, crab Center located at 101 cakes, jambalaya, 1st Ave. NE in Ruskin. dirty rice, Rajin Cajun If you love good food and bourbon, love to have fun and want to support chicken pasta, Bourbon on the the arts in our area, make plans to Bayou will feature music attend the Firehouse Cultural Center’s VooDoo beignets and by TBone Hamilton’s more. Food is courBourbon on the Bayou on Saturday, March 2. You will be in for a festive Big Easy Revue, a full tesy of Econo event with a New Orleans Mardi Gras bar, bourbon tasting, Catering Company. theme. dancing, food stations, a Bourbon is provided silent auction and free valet by Palm Ridge Reserve of parking. Umatilla, FL. In the auction, The cost to attend is you can bid on fabulous $85 per person or $150 per trips to New Orleans. couple. Supporters can purchase a Vahue said, “You should come to Patron ticket at $300 per couple. Patrons Bourbon on the Bayou if you love the get to enjoy a private patron cocktail party Cultural Center and its programs, if you from 6 to 7 p.m. You can also reserve a love outstanding music, if you love New table for eight for $1200. This event is for Orleans and good food and if you love those 21 years and older. Cocktail attire is great fun in a unique location close to suggested. home.” Georgia Vahue, Executive Director The Firehouse Cultural Center offers for the Firehouse Cultural Center said, quality programming in arts and educa“We are situated on almost four acres tion for all ages. While many of the proalong side Marsh Creek. When we decid- grams are free, some are fee-based. ed to change from the Gala, we thought Vahue said, “In 2018, we awarded more why not call it Bourbon on the Bayou and than 150 scholarships thanks to the supcarry out the New Orleans-Mardi Gras port of the community. In 2019, we expect theme.” to award at least 200 scholarships.” Vahue added, “We would like For more on the Firehouse Cultural Bourbon on the Bayou to become our Center and to get tickets to Bourbon on annual spring fundraiser like our annual the Bayou, please visit www.firehouseculBlues and BBQ in the fall. We were lookturalcenter.org or call 645-7651.

Hanson Services licensed practical nursCNA Ethel Stinson es, certified nursing fondly recalls one of assistants and careher previous clients, an givers are bonded, elderly woman in hoslicensed and insured pice care. Stinson visitand have the experied her at home, bathed ence, training and kindher, brushed her hair ness to make their and, while she was clients lives more comstrong enough, listened fortable. to her stories as she “Many of our careHanson Services caregiver Lupita reminisced over her givers have been with Melchor-Guerrero smiles for the long and well-lived life. us for at least 10 camera with her client Michelle Signorile. She passed away years,” said Hanson three weeks after her first visit. Services administrator Georgana “I was able to make her comCollins. “They are committed to fortable during the last weeks of providing the best care possible her life and provide the care and and love what they do.” companionship she needed,” said While her caregivers are on Stinson. “I find such joy and satisthe front line with clients every faction helping the elderly.” day, Hanson said her office She is now working with employees are its backbone. client ‘Miss Ruth’, visiting her “Every day there are a lot of movhome 20 hours a week, making sure she ing parts and they keep everything runtakes her medications, shuttling her to ning smoothly,” she said. doctors’ appointments and providing comCollins offers free in-home evaluapanionship. tions to determine the needs of each Stinson’s mantra with regards to client and tailor a schedule that fits the caregiving is simple and mirrors the motto needs of the client and caregiver. Some of the entire Hanson Services team. “I clients want a companion for only a coutreat my clients like they are my own fam- ple hours a week. Others require daily ily,” she said. “I treat them with the dignity visits. and compassion they deserve.” “You never know when somebody is With more seniors making the decigoing to need you,” she said. “And to be sion to ‘age in place’, to remain in their in a position to be able to offer assistance home of choice as long as possible is very satisfying.” instead of moving into an assisted living Hanson Services’ office, located at facility, Hanson Services is a company 1601 Rickenbacker Dr. #5. Visit poised to help them realize that goal. www.hansonservices.com or call 634Its team of 45 registered nurses, 6617.

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Enjoy Eco Tours And Breathtaking Sunsets Aboard Latitudes Tours Latitudes Tours Owner and Captain Dave Lopez is a Florida native who loves being on the water. He grew up fishing and boating locally. Deciding to share his passion with others, he recently started Latitudes Tours, and, with the help of his wife Nancy, offers a variety of adventures for those looking to explore the Tampa Bay Estuary and the Little Manatee River. Latitudes Tours offers daily eco tours, sunset cruises and more. Learn about the ecosystem near and The Island Vibes, a around Florida’s Gulf Coast. With brand-new 2018 35 ft. departures out of Little Harbor in Ruskin, custom catamaran tour Latitude Tours offers Eco Tours, Sunset Dinner Tours, Private Charters and much boat, is equipped with more. all required safety and a bit of history. equipment. Amenities onboard This is a great way to include a restroom, sound system, learn about the restaurant seating, open deck in ecosystem near and front, beach boarding ramp and around Florida’s Gulf cushioned seating. Coast while you are Eco tours are offered daily at 10 out enjoying its beauty. a.m. and 12 Noon and last between According to one and a half and two hours. The Nancy, “There are not eco tour alone costs $25 per person. a lot of eco tours out there.” For the noon sailing, there is a lunch Captain Dave noted, “Dolphins option that costs $35. are seen on about eight outof 10 While Captain Dave commands trips taken. Once the weather and the wheel, his first mate, Melissa water temperature warms, manatees Hildebrand, a Naturalist, narrates the can be seen, too.” tours. While onboard, she will talk Sunset Dinner Cruises depart about the unique marine life, animals

By Michelle Colesanti

about an hour and a half before sunset. It includes dinner brought in from Texas Roadhouse Grill or BubbaQues and includes one soft drink or adult beverage. Food is provided ‘at cost’ and the total for the trip is $40 per person; a great deal. You can book a private charter to hold a birthday party, celebrate an anniversary or just about any other occasion. Looking for a perfect place to propose to your loved one? According to Captain Dave, there has

been a proposal on board. He will work with you to help you set up that special moment. The boat holds up to 24 people. With Valentine’s Day approaching, Latitudes Tours is also offering a Sweetheart Cruise. For just $99 per couple, you will enjoy a romantic one-of-a-kind dolphin eco tour, including a catered meal with a choice of dinner options, along with wine or champagne. After dinner, you will enjoy dessert while you cruise through the estuary and enjoy the sunset. There are just a few spots remaining for Thursday, February 14. The Sweetheart cruise will also be available on Friday, February 15 to Sunday, February 17 at 4:45 p.m. You can party like a Leprechaun on Saturday, March 16 and Sunday, March 17. The St. Patty’s Day Cruise is $99 per couple and includes the same dinner options as the sweetheat cruise. The boat is also handicapped accessible with room for four wheelchairs. Latitudes Tours is located in The Village Marina at Little Harbor, just behind Harborside Suites at Slip F10. The address is 580 Bahia Beach Blvd. in Ruskin. Visit latitudestours.com for more information or call 641-1311.

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BayCare Health Opens New Easy Access Urgent Care On Big Bend Staff Road Report right place and at the right time. And we hope this service does just that.” At this facility, urgent care provides a total care experience including X-rays, laboratories, EKGs and dispensing of certain medications. The center treats medical conditions without prior

BayCare Health System has brought a state-of-the-art urgent care clinic to the Riverview area. The leading health system in the region opened the first BayCare Urgent Care in Riverview to provide convenient and easy access to care for patients in that local community. BayCare is a leading not-for-profit health care system that connects individuals and families to a wide range of services at 15 hospitals and hundreds of other convenient locations throughout the Tampa Bay and central Florida regions. Inpatient and outpatient services include acute care, primary care, imaging, laboratory, behavioral health, home care, and wellness. BayCare Urgent Care in Riverview, located at 10125 Big Bend Rd. in Riverview, will provide efficient, high-quality and compassionate health care from an experienced team of clinicians for adults and children ages two and older. “We’re thrilled to bring BayCare Urgent Care into the Riverview area,” said, Jim Cote, senior vice president for Ambulatory Services at BayCare. “Our goal is to give patients convenient access for the right level of medical care in the

appointment including minor illnesses and injuries, flu and colds, sprains and strains, minor cuts, stings and burns. The clinic also offers school and sports physicals and occupational health services including post-hire physicals, drug screenings, treatment of workplace injuries and vaccinations. To enhance patient experience, BayCare Urgent Care allows visitors to reserve their place online through Save Your Spot at https://baycare.org/services/urgent-care/save-your-spot. The clinic’s hours of operation include Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday through Sunday, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, visit BayCare Urgent Care’s https://baycare.org/services/urgent-care.

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Owl’s Nest Sanctuary For Wildlife Is The Go-To Animal Rehabilitator

By Taylor Wells

Due to the residenmentor. We go from tial growth that has there and I’m training taken place in the last them,” said Porter. 20 years, habitats for Beyond protecting local wildlife have been and conserving Florida greatly reduced and they animals, Owl’s Nest have had to learn to live Sanctuary wants to among us. inspire others to care for For one reason or and appreciate wildlife. It another, people might find also wishes to “reduce local wildlife in danger. human impact on Whether injured, sick or Florida’s native wildlife abandoned at a young through rehabilitation, age, you might not know education, and teamwhat to do to help these work.” This baby coyote, named animals. That is why Kris “The goal is to rehaAnaba, was found malnourished Porter founded Owl’s Nest bilitate and release,” with a broken left femur. After Sanctuary for Wildlife. many months of care from Owl’s Porter added. “We have Nest Sanctuary and partners Owl’s Nest Sanctuary an 86 percent success like Busch Gardens, she is a state and federally rate. Anything over 50 became strong, healthy and licensed 501(c)(3) nonand you’re doing pretty ready for release. profit organization that works with places well.” like Busch Gardens and SeaWorld to pro“It’s my calling, I’ve done it forever. I’ll vide wildlife with professional aid, and it is do it until I can’t do it anymore,” Porter 100 percent volunteer run. With over 90 said. volunteers and six counties to cover, it For wildlife rescue help, call the has much support but is always seeking Sanctuary at 920-5495 or 598-5926. If no more assistance. one answers, leave a message with your “Owl’s Nest Sanctuary started four name, phone number and the animal’s years ago,” Porter said. “I’m a retired location. It does not help with pet rescues. zoologist from Busch Gardens. I used to Due to the organization’s volunteerwork as the animal lead in the nursery for based structure, members work from their 11 years, and I raised my girls and really own homes. The Rescue does not accept didn’t do any wildlife [rescuing] until one visitors. However, donations can be of my zookeeper friends prompted me to mailed to 12932 Royal George Ave., start this.” Odessa, FL 33556. “They can actually just go to our To help the Sanctuary email Facebook site or website, and there’s a OwlsNestSanctuaryForWildlife@gmail.co volunteer form. They fill it out and it actum or visit https://owlsnestsanctuaryforally comes to me, and they’ll get an area wildlife.com/.

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CrossFit Apogee Gym Expands With New Owner & Leadership

By Kate Quesada

SouthShore residents ed to become a certilooking for a way to reach fied CrossFit coach and their fitness goals have began competing in some new options this CrossFit competitions, month. CrossFit Apogee, mostly with a group of located off Big Bend Rd. in other adaptive athletes. Gibsonton, is under new “Others like me are ownership and has even considered Adaptive more to offer its members. CrossFitters because According to owner our movements are Rich Pond, who bought the sometimes modified to gym last month, Apogee is match the original intent expanding its offerings to of the workout,” he attract people of all fitness said. levels. Under Pond’s lead“We offer coached fitership, Apogee, a 5,000 CrossFit Apogee is offering ness for everyone and we options to help members reach sq. ft. Air-conditioned their fitness goals. start where ‘you’ are,” he facility and one of only said. “The CrossFit conditioning model is 300 Reebok endorsed gyms, is now scalable to all levels, which is why it is offering high-intensity conditioning, a so popular and effective.” weightlifting program, nutritional guidPond, who started CrossFit himself ance and counseling, yoga for athletic four years ago at the age of 52 as a way recovery, FemStrong (low-intensity conto spend time with his wife, lost 25 ditioning) and jujitsu. pounds and six inches off his waist in six “We are also structuring some boot months after starting the work outs. camp cardio work out programs aimed “At the time I was 185 pounds, had at our work-from-home neighbors, those just quit smoking and thought I was in that need a fast 45 minute cardio workpretty good shape,” he said. “I am also a out and kickboxing warrior programs on below-the-knee amputee and while I the weekends,” said Pond. have always been active, my CrossFit “CrossFit Apogee is about helping progress was probably slower than most people live better lives,” said Pond. people because I had to adapt some of “Fitness needs to be your lifelong misthe movements.” sion, not some weightless goal set one At a doctor’s visit six months after month and forgotten the next.” starting the workouts, Pond was taken To sign up for a free class, call 677off Lipitor and other cholesterol medi1234 or visit www.cfapogee.com. cines and even convinced his doctor to CrossFit Apogee is located at 7130 Big start CrossFit. Soon after that, he decidBend Rd.

So Much To Love About The Florida Orchestra

With Valentine’s Day smack in the middle, February gives us an excuse to savor all the things we love. And there’s so much to love with The Florida Orchestra: If you love beauty with breakfast … Beautiful Bohemia (Wednesday and Thursday, February 6 and 7): This morning Coffee concert serves up Bohemian classics including Dvorak’s Symphony No. 7 and Brahms’ Hungarian Dance No. 10, along with free coffee and doughnuts. Music Director Michael Francis conducts. If you love to sing … Sing Out! Tampa Bay (Thursday, February 7): Belt one out with the rest of Tampa Bay at this casual community singalong with the orchestra, led by Maestro Francis. This year includes This is Me from The Greatest Showman, Over the Rainbow, The Pirate Song and many more. Admission is pay what you can at the Mahaffey Theater. If you love space … The Planets (Friday to Sunday, February 15-17): The Planets align with NASA video on the big screen for the 100th anniversary of Holst’s supersonic trip through

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the galaxy. Featuring the Master Chorale of Tampa Bay. Michael Francis conducts. Free tickets for kids and teens in advance. If you love Shakespeare … A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Friday to Sunday, February 22-24): Michael Francis leads a rare performance of the full work, featuring the Lumina Youth Choir, soloists, a narrator and more. Also, Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 27 with Anne-Marie McDermott, in the Tampa Bay Times Masterworks series. The orchestra also will perform a Symphonic Shakespeare Coffee concert (Wednesday and Thursday, February 27 & 28), with music inspired by The Bard, including Porter’s Brush Up Your Shakespeare and Prokofiev’s Romeo and Juliet. Stuart Malina conducts. Free coffee and doughnuts. Both concerts are part of the Celebration of the Arts. The Florida Orchestra performs regularly at the Straz Center in Tampa, Mahaffey in St. Petersburg and Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater. The orchestra offers affordably priced tickets to a variety of concerts; prices vary. See FloridaOrchestra.org.

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With Arts & Entertainment Editor Kathy L. Collins

Art Exhibits And Classes Featured At The SouthShore Regional Library This Month are called Zora, Hawk Girl, Assassin Creed and Robin. There is an additional exhibit featuring artwork done pursuant to Title VI (Native American and There are several exhibits being featured at the SouthShore Regional Alaskan Library this week including a Painting Exhibit and a Title VI (Native Native American and Alaskan Native Education Initiative) Exhibit. Education The SouthShore Regional Library Initiative). Title VI is a federal law is a great venue for finding art that is applicable in Hillsborough exhibits, classes and much more. County Public Schools and it ensures The SouthShore Regional Library is that Native American and Alaskan conveniently located at 15816 Beth Native students are supported acaShields Way in Ruskin. demically. This month, in the John Crawford The students, who participated in Gallery, you can catch a glimpse of the Title VI Exhibit, come from severthe March/April exhibit which will feaal area schools including East Bay ture the artwork of Norma Gonzalez. High School, Doby Elementary, The current exhibit features four Springhead Elementary, Brooks paintings. Two are acrylic (Sunshine DeBartolo, Progress Village and in Santa Fe and Winter). There is Mabry Elementary. one entitled Oia (Greece) which is The Title VI Exhibit is quite lovely done in watercolor and acrylics, and with a wide variety of mediums. the other is called Ocean and it is There are black and white creations, done in watercolor. colorful ones and much more. Gonzalez' small exhibit is surely The SouthShore Regional Library a prelude to a lovely full exhibit will be offering a drawing course conwhich will be available for viewing in ducted by artist, Tim Gibbons. The the beginning of March. first class will be held on February 7 Her full exhibit will be up for from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Melanie Hanson, viewing during the months of March Library Service & Technology Guide and April. There is a Reception II/ Art Coordinator for the library said, scheduled on March 7 from 6 to 7 "This is our biggest class. p.m. Registration is required." In addition to Gonzalez' work, Gibbons will teach once a month for there are four acrylic on canvas the next six months. paintings created by Cathryn Paulus. For more information on the She created Cheerleader Bubbles, exhibits and classes at the Anime Girl, Flame Princess and SouthShore Regional Library, please Mermaid. There are four acrylic visit the library's front desk. paintings by Briana Almand. These

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Firehouse Cultural Center Offers The Community Much Entertainment Close To Home tures two comedians, each of whom has 25 plus years in standup. The headliner is Lou Angelwolf. His voice has been heard on the radio by millions. He has performed all over from beautiful concert halls to dirt lots. Angelwolf Among the many things happening at the Firehouse Cultural Center in Ruskin this month, you can see Theatre: Georgia O’Keefe Pioneer on either Saturday, February 9 at 7:30 p.m. or on Sunday, February 10 at 3 p.m. Take an intimate look into the life of this pioneer abstract painter.

The Firehouse Cultural Center’s Firehouse Pub has an eclectic lineup of entertainment for the community this February. Georgia Vahue, Executive Director for the Firehouse Cultural Center said, “Our talent comes from Florida, the United States and throughout the world.” Fans of artist Georgia O’Keefe can come to Theatre: Georgia O’Keefe Pioneer, an original piece by Anna Brennen and Midge Mamatas for two shows. The first will be held on Saturday, February 9 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. The Second will be as a matinee on Sunday, February 10 from 3 to 5 p.m. Viewers of the film will catch an intimate glimpse into the life of this iconic artist. O’Keefe was a pioneer of modern art. She created large scale paintings of natural forms and flowers. In the film, you will see images of her and her work and learn how she evolved and developed into a visual artist. Next, come out for Comedy Night: 25 To Life on Friday, February 15 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. 25 To Life fea-

will be joined by Jeff Gerbino, one of the founders of the Minnesota comedy culture. His credits include HBO, Showtime, Comedy Central and more. He has worked with many famous comics as both a writer and a performer. Both Angelwolf and Gerbino will entertain the crowd in 25 To Life. You can listen to a unique mixture of eclectic acoustic guitar songs, vocal songs (Japanese folk music and original music) and poetry when Hiroya, a Japanese guitarist takes the stage on Sunday, February 17 from 3 to 5 p.m. Hiroya came to the United States in 2000 on a scholarship to study at Berklee College of Music. He formed the group, Interoceanico. The group has released three acclaimed records. Advance tickets to the FCC Pub are $18 for members and $23 for nonmembers. Day of show tickets are $23 for members and $28 for nonmembers. You can purchase tickets online by visiting www.firehouseculturalcenter.org or by calling 645-7651. The Firehouse Cultural Center is located at 101 1st Ave. NE in Ruskin.

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Local Farms Host Strawberry Challenge To Support Migrant Families

Local Homeschool Students Can Learn Martial Arts From An Olympian

It is finally strawberry “While the season and residents are Strawberry Picking invited to get their hands Challenge has grown on some of the delicious every year, the heart fruit for a great cause this of the event is simple,” month. The Sixth Annual said Maloney. “Bring Strawberry Picking the community togethChallenge, presented by er for a day of fun in Monte Packaging, will the field to recognize take place at Fancy our valued farm workFarms in Plant City on ers.” Saturday, February 9, Entertainment at and local strawberry the event includes a lovers can help Florida’s face painter, balloon The Sixth Annual Strawberry Picking artist, Home Depotmigrant children while Challenge to benefit the Redlands having fun. Christian Migrant Association will sponsored wood work According to Amber take place in Plant City on Saturday, station for kids, colorFebruary 9. Maloney, Director of ing station, cornhole, Marketing with Plant City’s Wish Farms, hula hoop, DJ and strawberry shortcake strawberry growers from all over Florida eating contest. The Plant City singing participate in the fun challenge where cor- group NRG will also perform on stage. porate teams pick fruit in a relay-style Teams for the challenge will include race. the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office “This event brings the industry and the Hillsborough County Fire together to celebrate and appreciate Rescue. There will also be a fire truck onthose who harvest our fruit,” said site for children to explore. Maloney. “It is a very special event that is “The event is a wonderful way to memorable for all those who attend.” bring the community together to celebrate Thanks to the sponsors, the event is the strawberry season and enjoy a day free to the general public who can puron the farm, all for a good cause,” said chase U-pick strawberries for $5 a quart. Maloney. All money raised is donated to the Sponsorship opportunities are still Redlands Christian Migrant Association available. (RCMA), a Florida non-profit that works The celebration will take place on with more than 6,000 children in 20 Saturday, February 9 from 11 a.m. to 3 Florida counties. The event raised p.m. Fancy Farms is located at 3536 $100,000 for RCMA in 2018 and in five Dutch Loop in Plant City. For more inforyears has donated $428,000 for the char- mation, call 752-5111 or visit www.wishity, which focuses on serving the children farms.com. To learn more about RCMA, of Hispanic immigrants. visit www.RCMA.net.

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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Time to Slow Down & Relax At The Riverview Library

Yoga 101 for Adults takes place on Monday, February 11 from 10:30-11:30 a.m.; Erin Wheeler of Lucky Cat Yoga introduces you to yoga. Participants will learn basic yoga postures and pranayama (yogic breathing). The class is moderately paced, allowing participants to leave with lots of energy. Participants should wear athletic or comfortable clothing and bring a mat or towel. Peace in the Pages Meditation/Book Discussion will take place on Monday, February 11 from 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Come and relax with a gentle guided meditation, followed by a book (and life) discussion, featuring authors such as Byron Katie, Pema Chodron, Thich Nhat Hanh, and others. The Riverview Library is located at 10509 Riverview Dr. For more information, inquire at the Library Service Desk, call 273-3652 or visit hcplc.org.

Better Living For Seniors Quarterly Meeting

On Tuesday, February 22 from 9:4511 a.m. you are invited to the Better Living for Seniors Meeting which will be about the Legal Considerations for Seniors & Their Caregivers. Networking

begins at 8:30 a.m. and the meeting starts at 9 a.m. It will take place at the Senior Connection Center, 8928 Brittany Way in Tampa. Members are free and non-members pay $5 cash at the door. All are welcome.

Tampa Bay Symphony Winter 2019 Concerts

The Tampa Bay Symphony, conducted by Mark Sforzini, will present concerts on Sunday, February 17, at 2:30 p.m. at the St. Pete College Arts Auditorium, 2465 Drew St. in Clearwater; on Tuesday, February 19 at 8 p.m. at the Palladium Theater, 253 Fifth Ave. N in St. Petersburg; and on Sunday, February 24 at 2:30 p.m. in Ferguson Hall at the Straz Center in Tampa. Featured will be Jeffrey Smick, the orchestra’s concertmaster, who will play The Lark Ascending, a violin solo by the English composer Ralph Vaughan Williams. Smick is the Assistant Concertmaster of The Florida Orchestra. The theme of the concerts is ‘Brush Up Your Shakespeare,’ and the orchestra will play the symphonic poems Hamlet and Ophelia by Edward MacDowell, and Romeo and Juliet Fantasy-Overture by Tchaikovsky, both works inspired by Shakespeare plays. Also on the program is Declaration, patterned after the Declaration of

Independence, by Ben Goldberg, a finalist in the Tampa Bay Symphony’s 2018 Call for Scores composition competition. For information about tickets, etc., www.tampabaysymphony.com or (727) 827-8087. Students are admitted free; over 18 they must show student ID.

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 cuttingedge 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 sponsor or exhibit contact Megan Willard at 940-7246 or mwillard@parkinson.org.

Apollo Beach Woman’s Club Second Annual Mystery Luncheon And Silent Auction

Plan to attend the Apollo Beach Woman’s Club (ABWC) second annual Mystery Luncheon and Silent Auction at Southshore Falls Clubhouse, 5831 Cascade Falls Dr. in Apollo Beach on Sunday, March at 1 p.m. Enjoy a Chicago-style speakeasy lunch with the Pelican Players’ interactive theater presentation of the Chicago Caper. Tickets are on sale now. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. For more information about the play, contact Cyd, drcharrow@verizon.net. For tickets contact: Kate at 645-1676. All proceeds benefit the Scholarship Program.

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The Rotary Club of FishHawkRiverview will hold its Ninth Annual Crawfish Festival on Saturday, April 27, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at Founders Square Park in Winthrop, 11109 Winthrop Market St. in Riverview. There will be live music and plenty of food, drinks, deserts and activities for the children. There is no entry fee. A $20 crawfish meal 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, to include Cajun & Creole food and drinks, hamburgers and hotdogs. Pepin Brewing will be providing a beer truck. The Rotary Club is looking for sponsors, volunteers, donations and more. Visit www.luvcrawfish.com or call event organizer Rhonda McDaniel at 330-9321.

Summerfield Ladies Club Upcoming Events

Regular business meetings are scheduled the first Thursday of every month at 11 a.m. at the Summerfield Community Center’s Gymnasium. A

light lunch is served Membership is open and made by the to all women 18 years or Ladies Club memolder of amateur standbers as assigned. ing. The league consists The monthly outing of players at all skill levand or activity is els. Its purpose is to furalways the third ther the game of golf by Thursday of the women, foster good month. sportsmanship and At February’s friendships and to create meeting, there will be a an interest in improving speaker from Goodwill, the average golfer’s which is under construction game. on Big Bend Rd. near the If you are interested Winn-Dixie Plaza. ABWC Longevity Luncheon in January recognized members active 10, in joining or would like 15, 20 years or more. Upcoming events additional information, L-R standing: Claudia Gassett, 2nd VP Membership, Ginny Burrow (20 include a Garage Sale in yrs), Kathy Baryza (10yrs), Carol Newsome (25 yrs), Katherine Cintron, contact Karen Jones at the Summerfield 634-4556. President. L-R sitting: Janet Pizzichetti (35 yrs), Sonja Davidson (40 yrs), Beverley Community on Saturday, Brooks (10 yrs), Beverly Fletchall (25 yrs), Marion Loverde (10 yrs). April 6. If the date Plant & Rummage Sale changes, it will be posted The Riverview tions, contact Sharon Vasquez at on the Community Center Board. Garden Club will hold its annual 641-7856 or sharonlvasquez@veriThere will only be one held for the Plant & Rummage Sale on Saturday, zon.net. Reservations must be made year, so gather all the things you do February 23, from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at and paid for by Friday, February 8. not need or use anymore and get The meeting, led by ABWC president, the Riverview Civic Center, located at ready to sell. 11020 Park Dr. in Riverview. With a Katherine Cintron, will begin at 11:30 There will be another auction this huge variety of flowering, Floridaa.m. for socializing and lunch served year at the Summerfield Community friendly, vegetable and herb plants at 12 Noon. Georgia Vahue, Center on Saturday, October 26. The and seeds, this is a great opportunity Executive Director of Firehouse time will be announced at a later to add to your spring garden. The Cultural Center will speak on the hisdate. More details to follow for donatrummage sale includes household tory of the Cultural Center and its ed items to auction. goods, clothing, books, collectables hopes for the future. For more information on the and gardening items and tools, and Summerfield Ladies Club, email the bake sale offers a wonderful Golfers Welcome To Join mgraczyk2@verizon.net. selection of cookies, cakes, pies and Summerfield Women’s Golf breads baked by Club members. This League Apollo Beach Woman’s Club fundraising event supports the New to the area or just visiting, February Membership Luncheon Riverview Garden Club's annual colbut would like to play some organPlease join the Apollo Beach ized golf? The Summerfield Women’s lege scholarship awards for graduatWoman’s Club (ABWC) at its next ing senior students from area high Golf league is currently underway monthly luncheon at Apollo’s Bistro, schools and its grants to local nonand is always open to new located located at 6520 Richies Way profit community cooperative garmembers. Games are played on in Apollo Beach on Wednesday, Tuesday mornings at 7:30 a.m. at the dens. Free admission and parking, February 13. The luncheon cost is and student volunteers will even help Summerfield Crossings Golf Club on $18. For menu details and reservaget your purchases to your car. Summerfield Blvd. in Riverview.

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Local Middle School Civics Students Get A Clue About CLEWS

By Kathi Hayes

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riculum. It was great to see the 45 civics students engaging in conversations with deputies on topics like guns on campus, vaping and other concerns as a middle school student.” One RMS seventh grader Davis Abdoney added, “It was a great experience for kids to see Randall Middle School (RMS) was recently selected as one of seven schools for a workshop with Community and Law Enforcement Workshops & Services, Inc. (CLEWS). The CLEWS program is a workshop conducted on public school campuses to encourage dialogue between youth and law enforcement of various ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Randall civic students investigated the 10 The workshop began with dispatrol cars, read each other the Miranda cussing topics of interest to students rights and turned on the sirens at the and also included exploring patrol cars, CLEWS workshop. eating lunch with the officers and planning what it is like to be a cop. My favorite part follow-up discussions with parents. The of the program was getting to see the goal CLEWS strives for at each school is inside of their cars and how they operto bring students and law enforcement ate.” officers together to discuss issues both CLEWS was inspired by the Policegroups take a vested interest in, whether Community Relations Workshops, origiat school, home or in the community. nally funded by the State of Florida in Principal Claire Mawhinney expressed 1985. Currently, the program is operated her gratitude, “CLEWS was a great by individuals who were part of the proopportunity for our students to share their gram 20-30 years ago, including CLEWS ideas and to see officers as real people. It program manager, Fred Hearns, who is created a positive connection between retired from the City of Tampa. young people and law enforcement.” For more information about Randall Brittany Carrillo, civics teacher at Middle School in Lithia, visit http://ranRandall Middle School said, “This prodall.mysdhc.org/. For information about gram correlates well with the civics curCLEWS, visit https://clewsprogram.org/.

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 lifethreatening 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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Tampa Theatre To Host Winefest And OSCAR Watch Party

By Kathy L. Collins

This month, the Tampa Theatre will host two exciting events- Winefest and Hollywood Awards Night. Both events will take place in February at the historic Tampa Theatre located at 711 N. Franklin St. in downtown Tampa. First up is the Tampa theatre's biggest fundraiser of the year. Winefest, a two-night event, begins on Friday, February 22 with a two-tiered Wine Tasting. There will be dozens of boutique wines and small plates from Tampa's top independent restaurants. In addition, attendees can bid on fun stuff from area restaurants, services and attractions. Premium Admission starts at 7 p.m. and costs $90. Grand Admission is at 8 p.m. with tickets at $55. On Saturday, February 23, the Tampa Theatre will host an elegant Wine Pairing at 7 p.m. The historic stage will be expanded to seat more than 275 people who will feast on a multi course meal prepared by Mise en Place chef Marty Blitz.

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Tickets to this exclusive event are $275 per person or $500 per couple. Jill Witecki with the Tampa Theatre said, "While any non-profit can throw one incredible gala in a weekend, Tampa Theatre is shooting for the stars by planning two: After Vino Royale wraps on Saturday night, the majestic movie palace will roll out there red carpet for its 20th Annual Hollywood Awards night on Sunday, February 24." The red-carpet reception begins at 7 p.m. under the historic marquee. Live coverage of the Academy Awards begins at 8 p.m. on the big screen. You have three viewing options for the night. The Balcony Ticket is $20. You can watch from the balcony and get popcorn, soda and water. The Mezzanine Ticket is $50 and gets you a reserved seat, two drink tickets for beer and wine and VIP drink service. The Party Deck Ticket is $150 and gets you VIP Party Deck seating, buffet dinner, open beer and wine and signature cocktails and more. To get tickets to any of these fun events, please visit www.tampatheatre.org.

Tampa Theatre Presents New Outdoor Film Series parkCINEMA

By Kathy L. Collins

The Tampa The spring 2019 Theatre will be preparkCINEMA lineup senting a new cinema began with Black series called, Panther on Saturday, parkCINEMA. The February 2 at River films will be shown at Tower Park located at parks located around 401 E. Bird St. Come Tampa. The family see Coco on Saturday friendly series is free February 16 at 7 p.m. for the community to at Al Lopez Park locatattend. The cinema ed at 4810 N. Hines series is made possiAve. Next, on ble thanks to a sponSaturday, March 16 at sorship from the F.E. 8 p.m. you can see Lykes Foundation. Jumangi: Welcome to The foundation had the Jungle at River previously sponsored Tampa Theatre is offering free out- Tower Park. On door movies, such as Coco, this two holiday screenFriday, March 29 at 8 spring. ings in Curtis Hixon p.m. bring the family Park. Now, the Tampa Theatre will be to see The Little Mermaid at Julian B. able to present screenings yearLane Riverfront Park located at 1001 round. N. Blvd. Then, on Saturday, April 13 The movies are free and great for at 8 p.m. you can see E.T. The Extrafamilies. Attendees may bring picnic Terrestrial at Al Lopez Park. baskets, blankets and lawn chairs. The F.E. Lykes Foundation is an John Bell, Tampa Theatre independent family foundation whose President and CEO said, "Eleven focus is to enhance public spaces years ago we pioneered free, largeand community environments, providscale outdoor film events in Tampa ing more seating, shade trees, landparks with Sunset Cinema." Bell scaping, recreational and entertainadded, "Tampa Theatre's traveling ment options in several city parks. picture show program has long been "The goal of the F.E. Lykes the perfect way to bring our commuFoundation is to entice people to get nity together for an evening under outside and enjoy time with family the stars, and the generous support and friends," said Norma Gene Lykes, of the F.E. Lykes Foundation now President of the Foundation. makes it possible for us to present The Tampa Theatre is a historic outdoor cinema more regularly and landmark located in downtown expand to even more locations Tampa. For information, visit throughout the year." www.tampatheatre.org.

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Local Author Publishes Children’s Series, ‘We’re All Just People”

By Kate Quesada

FishHawk resident rocks living on Mars.” Deidre Owen is helping She now writes in others while achieving a variety of genres a life-long dream. including contemporary Owen, a stay-atfiction, poetry, humor, home-mom who has horror and with been writing for years, Christian themes, recently published the inspired by favorite latest in a series of six authors Lee Strobel illustrated children’s and Dave Barry. chapter books titled Research into hair We’re All Just People donation in 2014 inspired by the social FishHawk resident Deidre Owen inspired Owen to cut recently published the third book in off and donate a foot of issues of childhood. her We’re All Just People series. her own locks and “Each book in the series focuses on a different issue modsparked an idea for a children’s story ern kids might face,” said Owen. which also prompted her daughter to The most recent book in the series, donate her hair last year. The Pickle Fairy, tackles autism and hair Owen advises writers looking to be donation, but other books focus on lesspublished to stick with it. er-known social issues of childhood “If you are serious about it, be tenaincluding hair loss, ataxia of speech, cious,” she said. “Starting it is the first physical handicaps and adoption. step, and the hardest, but then owning it “I not only hope to spark conversais an important next step. Don’t undersell tions about uncommon differences and yourself by qualifying your work with how to embrace them, but I hope to words like aspiring or someday or soonmaybe give a voice to children who feel to-be. You can find amazing support different themselves, whatever those dif- from other writers in online forums like ferences may be,” said Owen. Facebook groups or Twitter’s writing Owen’s first publication, The community. And whether you decide to Heaven Zoo, a series of picture books seek traditional publishing or become an was released in 2017 and inspired by a indie author like me, embrace the jourpoem about zoo animals she wrote for ney. It is a long road to publication either her daughter who is now in second way, but it is can be very rewarding.” grade at Stowers Elementary School. To learn more about Owen, visit But Owen started writing as a child. www.deidrejowen.com. Owen’s books “My mother saved my first book that are available for purchase through I wrote in third grade,” she said. “Bound Amazon, Barnes and Noble and other in purple construction paper, it was a book retailers and the fourth book will be fully illustrated story about a family of available in the next few months.

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Central Florida Gardening Calendar The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) has many excellent tools for gardeners. This article speaks to the benefits that the Central Florida Gardening Calendar provides to those of us that like to get our hands dirty. This resource contains the information you need on what to plant and what gardening tasks to perform and when. Those tasks include pruning, fertilizing, managing pests appropriately and much more. Let’s focus on the month of February. Under the category of ‘What to Plant’, the headings include: Bedding plants, Bulbs, Azaleas and Vegetables. Each of the categories includes a link to another University of Florida publication on that specific topic. For example, under Vegetables, while several are listed in the Gardening Calendar, such as bean, pepper, cucumber, tomato and squash, many more are showcased in the separate Florida Vegetable Gardening Guide, http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/vh021. Under the category of What to Do, the headings include: Palms, Citrus, Roses, Shrubs, Lawn and Citrus and other fruit trees. Under Citrus and other

fruit trees, advice is to fertilize now if this was not done in January. Under Roses, prune to remove canes that are damaged, then fertilize and mulch. For more information on What to Plant and What to Do, you can access the Central Florida Gardening Calendar at: http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep450. It will save you time and money by planting plants, fertilizing and pruning at the right time of year. The Central Florida Gardening Calendar is a great free resource. You can read it on-line, print it, or pick up a copy at our office. Something to ponder: just because you can purchase a plant at a particular time of year does not mean that is the right time of year to plant it in Central Florida. This Gardening Calendar will help you select the right plant for the right time of year. For assistance with horticultural questions, call 744-5519 or visit us at the UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County, 5339 CR 579 in Seffner. More gardening and workshop information is available at http://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/hillsborough/lawngarden/. Remember to reuse, reduce, recycle and repeat.

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In This Section KIDS CAMP .....................................PG 37 THE STRAZ CENTER.........................PG 48 JR. FLAG FOOTBALL ........................PG 50 SPORTS CONNECTION ....................PG 51 FLORIDA GREAT OUTDOORS ..........PG 55

Cardel Unveils New Brighton 2 Model At Waterset By Newland Communities

Cardel Homes has debuted its newest floor plan, the Brighton 2 at Waterset by Newland Communities. The one-story model is now open at New Brighton 2 Model at Waterset. 5412 Silver Sun Dr. terly, once a year, one time servand features three bedrooms with an ice and a two-year Pest Control optional den and 2.5 baths within 2,010 Warranty. Call 685-7711 or visit sq. ft. The home also offers a two-car garage. The Brighton 2 is priced from the brandonpest.com. $280,000’s. Gecko Floor Care Celebrates Three Potential homebuyers can visit the Years Brighton 2 model as well as other model Gecko Floor Care is family owned homes daily from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and on and operated by Dennis and Lori Napoli. Sundays from 12 Noon-6 p.m. Its goal is to provide its customers with For more information on Waterset, astonishing carpet, tile and grout cleaning call 235-0154 or visit services. at www.watersetfl.com. It uses the best, top of the line steam cleaning equipment that you can mount in Brandon Pest Control Celebrates 46 a van. Availability is 24/7. Years In Business For more information, call 924-7344 Brandon Pest Control has been or visit http://geckofloorcare.com. locally owned and operated since 1973 using the latest pest control products and techniques to take care of all your pest control problems. Professionally trained technicians and a friendly and helpful customer care staff will take care of all your needs offering monthly, quar-

Palm Harbor Dermatology Has Two Local Locations

On of Palm Harbor Dermatology’s (PHD) goals is to provide dermatologic care to the community that is 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 be of benefit. There are two local locations locally to serve you: 10141 Big Bend Road, Ste. 201 in Riverview; phone 657-3330 and 621 Medical Care Dr. in Brandon; phone 657-3330. Visit https://palmharbordermatology.com/.

Tom Gallo Law’s New Location

Are your legal affairs in order? Will your family be provided for when you are no longer able to do so? Have you set up a plan for your family that will adequately provide for them? Thomas J. Gallo, Attorney, P.A., offers complimentary consultations to help you determine the best course of

action for you and your loved ones. You are invited to schedule your complimentary consultation. Gallo can help you answer questions and help you plan to protect and provide for your family. He is committed to the welfare of his clients and providing peace of mind about their estate planning. He takes the time necessary to educate and inform his clients so they understand and make decisions that are best suited for them individually. Tom Gallo Law is now located at 2240 Lithia Center Lane in Valrico. Call 815-4529 or email Thomas@tomgallolaw.com.

A Country Cat House Earns 2018 Angie’s List Super Service Award

For the fourth year, A Country Cat House has earned the home service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award (SSA) honoring service professionals who have maintained exceptional service ratings and reviews on Angie’s List in 2018. “Service pros that receive our Angie’s List Super Service Award represent the best in our network, who are consistently making great customer service their mission,” said Angie’s List Founder Angie Hicks. “These pros have provided exceptional service to our members and absolutely deserve

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recognition for the exemplary customer service they exhibited in the past year.” Owner Eileen Dalton and husband Scott were excited to receive the award. “We are happy to announce we’ve received 2018 Angie’s List Super Service Award. Thanks to all of our customers for making it possible.” A Country Cat House is located at more information, call 654-2287 or visit http://acountrycathousetampa.com/.

Missy Duncan Completes Certification As An PhiBrow Artist

overall design to the smallest details. Walking through the door you are met with a stunning collection of designer gowns perfect for every bride. Your journey then takes you to one of its private bridal suites - where you begin the magical process of trying on your selected gowns while your family is seated on our specially selected sofa awaiting your big reveal. Call 381-4110 or visit www.satinandalacebridalboutique.com for appointment. It is located at 11286 Sullivan St. in Riverview.

Missy Duncan, with Missy’s Ink Permanent Cosmetics recently completed The SouthShore Spice Co. Opens a new advanced certificaShane Craig, owner of The tion and is now a SouthShore Spice Co., got tired of PhiBrow Artist, complettraveling for work and decided to ing a course through leave his job and started this new PhiBrow Academy business, located next door to (Microblading USA). Apollo Meats at 228 Apollo Beach PhiBrows is a manuBlvd. al, semi-permanent techIt is your new source for a nique of hyper-realistic wide selection of BBQ seasonings eyebrow drawing in and sauces, grills, smokers, pelwhich the shape of lets, cooking wood, and hydroponeyebrows is calculated ic systems. Cooking classes and according to facial mora virtual farmers market are also Missy Duncan of available. phology and golden Missy’s Ink. proportion (phi 1,618). For more information, call 922Missy’s Ink is located at 1104 N. 6325 or visit Parsons Ave., Ste. B in Brandon. For www.thesouthshorespiceco.com. more information, call 659-0648 or visit www.missysink.com. All American Title

David Weekley Opens New Model Homes In Waterset

David Weekley Homes, the nation’s largest privately-held builder, opened its second model home in the Apollo Beach community of Waterset. The Serefina showcases the builder’s Cottage Series homes, starting from the $385s. Open daily for tours, the fully-furnished Serefina model home is one of the builder’s Design it Yourself floor plans, offering a one-of-a-kind web-based program that allows home shoppers to create a floor plan in four steps, providing real-time updates to room counts and pricing. The builder’s other series within Waterset, the Garden Series, offers six floor plans, ranging in size from 1,800 to 2,300 sq. ft., situated on 40-ft. homesites. For more information call 774-4155. Visit www.davidweekleyhomes.com.

Satin And Lace Bridal Boutique Now Open Satin and Lace Bridal Boutique is a new bridal boutique designed to make every bride feel like a princess, from the

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Supports Our Troops

All American Title is a local, family-owned title agency with over 23 years of experience operating in Brandon and Southshore. Every quarter, All American Title donates to a local military charity! Past donations include Hillsborough County Veterans Helping Veterans, Operation Gratitude, Black Dagger Military Hunt Club, My Warrior Place, Jackson in Action 83 Foundation, and K9s for Warriors. They also provide a military credit for all military or veteran customers! Visit their website at www.allamtitle.com for all of your title and closing needs! Or call the Brandon office at (813)684-3330 or SouthShore at (813)649-9740.

GRCC Celebrates the Opening of Crunch FitnessRiverview

Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) held a ribbon cutting to celebrate the Opening of Crunch Fitness-Riverview.

Crunch Fitness built this $2,000,000 facility to provide the community a place to be nurtured, included and motivated to crunch their fitness goals. Crunch Fitness Riverview is located at 10615 S US Hwy. 301 (SE corner of 301 and Big Bend.) Hours of operation are Monday through Thursday: 5 a.m.-11 p.m., Friday 5 a.m.-10 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Visit www.crunch.com/locations/riverview.

GRCC Celebrates Opening Of Holy Hog Barbecue

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A ribbon cutting was recently held to welcome Crunch Fitness-Riverview to the community.

Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) members were thrilled to be invited to celebrate the opening of a new Holy Hog Barbecue. The crowd was treated to samples of some of the tasty items being offered at Holy Hog Barbecue. The first Holy Hog Barbecue opened in September of 2010 in Hillsborough County. This location at 127 E. Bloomingdale Ave. in the Winn Dixie Plaza marks the fifth store. Meats fresh ‘from the pit’, as well home-style side dishes are offered. Hours of operation are Sunday to Wednesday from 11a.m.-8 p.m. and Thursday through Saturday from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Visit www.holyhogbbq.com.

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

Bryan Hindman Electric Celebrates Five Years

Bryan and A ribbon cutting was held for the opening of Holy Hog Heather Hindman Barbecue in the Winn Dixie Plaza on Bloomingdale are celebrating five Ave. years in their famiorders are fulfilled anywhere in the US ly-owned business. Full service electrical services for ensuring quality products and timely delivery. Quarterly customers are sent a home and business owners check for their portion of the proceeds. are offered. Bryan started The sites can be used for: the business and has about school seven technicians working for him. uniforms, Bryan said, “We are a Florida State civic Certified Electrical Contractor providing a organizawide variety of services including repairs, tions, boat docks, remodels, installation of new clothing fixtures and more - including specialty lines, services.” Bryan Hindman Electric recently won small businesses, corporations, sportbusiness of the year for a medium busiing organizations, musicians, and many ness at the recent GRCC annual dinner. more. Hours are Monday to Friday from Call 866-413-8400 or check out pro8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. For more information, motional video at call 672-4084 or visit www.bryanhindmanwww.youtube.com/watch?v=VkYgbMf0Ufk. electric.com. Manatee Apparel is located at 6520 S. Hwy. 301 in Riverview and has another Manatee Apparel Graphics Now Acts location at 1130 9th St. W. in Bradenton. As E-Commerce And Fulfillment Hours are Monday to Friday from 9 a.m.Service 5:30 p.m. Visit Established in 1987, Manatee www.manateeapparel.com. Apparel Graphics offers a wide variety of

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Tampa Kids Camp Hosts Annual Gala With Special Guest Speaker, Author & Educator Lauren Dungy By Amanda Boston In the Tampa Bay area alone, an average of eight children a day are placed into foster care due to abuse, neglect or abandonment. Tampa Kids Camp, formerly known as Royal Family Kids, exists to make the lives of foster children better through life-changing summer camps. The faith-based organization is part of a national nonprofit agency and will host its annual fundraising gala at The Regent in Riverview on Thursday, March 28 at 6:30 p.m. The event will feature dinner, dancing, a silent auction Author and childhood education specialist Lauren Dungy will speak at the Tampa Bay and keynote speaker Lauren Kids Camp fundraising event. Dungy. Royal Family Kids Camp because it Dungy is an early childhood eduwas our only camp,” explained Scott cational specialist, a bestselling Mulhollen, the executive director author and the wife of former NFL and founder of the Tampa Bay chapplayer and coach Tony Dungy. The ter. “We are excited in 2019 to add devoted wife and mother of nine Teen Reach Adventure Camp children has a passion for helping (TRAC), which will serve foster kids families, which is seen through her ages 12-16.” work with local adoption agencies He continued, “Going forward, and women’s shelters in the Tampa we will be using Tampa Kids Camp Bay area. as our nonprofit name which better Tickets to the Gala can be purfits our plans of adding additional chased at camps and programs for foster kids www.TampaKidsCamp.org. The proin the future." ceeds will go toward sponsorships This summer, Tampa Kids Camp for foster kids to attend summer will provide two unique camps for camp. foster children who have experi"For the first two years, our nonenced abuse, abandonment or negprofit organization used the name

lect. Both camps have a ratio of one adult to one child so that the campers receive extra attention in a safe and caring environment.

The Royal Family KIDS Camp is for children ages 6-12. The weeklong overnight camp will be held from July 1 to July 5 and is filled with opportunities for kids to be treated like royalty and learn about God’s unconditional love. Along with traditional camp activities, the week will include a carnival, birthday bash, water works and much more. The newly added TRAC program focuses on building self-worth and creating positive memories. Boys and girls have separate three-day sessions held at an adventure camp featuring low ropes course elements, boating, archery and other outdoor activities. The girl’s program is from July 22 to July 24, and the boy’s program is from July 25 to July 27. To find out more about Tampa Kids Camp, visit www.TampaKidsCamp.org or email camp@tampakidscamp.org.

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The Straz Center Offers Theater Lovers A Taste Of Everything

Staff Report

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’s 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 th

The Lightning Thief: Percy Jackson

Hamilton

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There is still a lot more to the Broadway season at The Straz Center.

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.

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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Mainstream Boutique In Winthrop Helps Build Relationships and Confidence With the arrival of fall, some might ponder revamping their wardrobe this season. Jeanmarie Milla, who owns Mainstream Boutique in Riverview, along with her staff of five women can provide assistance to those seeking a new wardrobe and much more. Mainstream Boutique strives to strengthen, celebrate and empower the women in its communities everyday, as stated in its mission statement. The Riverview location opened in December 2017. A total of four Mainstream Boutiques exists in the state of Florida. As a franchise, people can discover this boutique in more than 20 states. The Riverview location came into fruition through an opportunity Milla came across as she decided it would be a good time to exit working in a corporate environment to fulfill her dream of owning a boutique since the age of five. The 1,185 sq. ft. building offers more than 500 pieces of merchandise such as jewelry, clothes and shoes for women of all ages to choose from. Individuals can also find Mac and Me jeans, Mainstream Boutique’s exclusive brand. It also sells other brands that include locally owned 3 Pearls Jewelry, Elan and more. It car-

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ries sizes 0 to 16 and extra small to extra large, suitable for various occasions. “Mainstream Boutique is multigenerational and my goal would be for women to feel confident when they leave here as relationships get built,” Milla said. A complimentary service that Mainstream Boutique offers is a private shopping experience and a ladies night out. Those who participate will get one on one help from the staff here as they help women find what looks best on them and more. It also gives a 10 % military discount with a valid identification. In addition, as part of the loyalty program individuals will automatically get 20% off their next purchase once they spend $500. “Overall, thank you all for your support and encouragement to help me fulfill my dream,” Milla said. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/mbriverview/. Check out their Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mainstreamriverview/. It is located at 11232 Sullivan St. #8A in Riverview. Open Monday through Friday 10 a.m.- 7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. and Sunday 12 p.m.- 4 p.m. Call 643-0090 or email jmilla@mainstreamboutqiue.com to book.

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Custom Hair Tampa Bay Changes Lives By Restoring Confidence

By Michelle Caceres

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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Jr. Bucs Flag Football Program Visits St. Stephen For Day Of FunBy Nick Nahas

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The Jr. Bucs Middle School Flag Football Program, a part of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Foundation, visited St. Stephen Catholic School on January 15 to teach students flag football drills. Former USF football star and former Buccaneer George Selvie participated in the event, engaging in drills with the middle school kids. “I think it’s a great opportunity to get flag football out there and promote it for girls and boys,” said Selvie. “It’s not just for boys anymore, we are moving towards getting the girls more involved in playing. I love that part." According to former Howard Football player and flag football instructor Matt

Parker, flag football is becoming a popular and safer option to tackle football. “I think a lot of people are starting to notice how dangerous tackle football can be, so flag football is the next big thing,” said Parker. “It keeps kids active and teaches a lot of fundamentals. The kids love it, and I think we are making a big impact on the community.”

According to the Buccaneers website, the Jr. Bucs Middle School Flag Football Program enhances the flag football curriculum for nearly 70,000 middle school students by providing flag kits, equipment and instruction. Students in Hillsborough and Pinellas County school districts will participate in a three-week flag football unit during either the fall or spring semester. Additionally, this school year, all

schools will receive a special visit and instruction from a Buccaneers legend and certified flag football instructors. “The kids were very excited to come out and run through some drills and have someone teach them,” said PE coach and St. Stephen athletic director George Green. “The excitement has been off the charts.” The middle-schoolers participated in drills for about an hour of fun. “I think it’s a great experience,” said 7th grader and St. Steven flag football player Olivia Mills. “We learned all these cool ways to prepare for a flag football game.” “It’s cool that a team like the Bucs is coming out to small schools to support us and help us have fun,” said 7th grader Brayden Mcanally. Parker says that the plan is to expand to Orlando next year as well. For more information, visit the website at buccaneers.com.

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

Marky Oliver started Specially Fit last year.

Marky Oliver has always had an interest in helping people train to achieve their personal fitness goals. The former USF football player was working out of his Crossfit gym as a personal trainer when he noticed a client's son, a young man with Down Syndrome named Andrew. Oliver took an interest in Andrew and wanted to figure out a way to help train him. Oliver took Andrew on as a client and trained him for free. “I started training him and he touched my heart,” said Oliver. After a couple months of working with Oliver, Andrew invited him to the

Marky Oliver and his athletes went to Georgia for a powerlifting competition.

Special Olympics. It was there that Oliver realized his purpose — he wanted to help train people with autism and Down Syndrome. Oliver became a Special Olympics powerlifting coach and had tremendous success. He now has the largest powerlifting team in Hillsborough County. They just sent nine athletes to compete in Georgia at the National Powerlifting Championship. According to Oliver, over 60 percent of people with a disability are overweight. He said that this is due to a lack of resources and opportunity. He started

a program called Specially Fit that offers year-round workouts for people with special needs. They also provide yearround opportunities to compete in the Special Olympics for free. In less than five months, the program has grown from just one person to about 200. Oliver trains at six different locations in the Tampa area, including three days a week at the Brandon Swim and Aquatics Center. He plans on expanding to Orlando early this year. Oliver is currently training the athletes for the Special Olympic track and volleyball seasons.

Marky Oliver trains athletes, like Christian Wright, year-round for the Special Olympics.

“It means the world watching them smile, it brings more joy to me than I have ever had in my life, more than any personal, physical accomplishment,” said Oliver. “They have helped me so much more than I have helped them. They have changed my life in the way that I view things, and they make me a better person.” For information, or if you would like to donate or be a sponsor, visit the website at SpeciallyFitFoundation.com. Oliver is also on Facebook and Instagram at Specially Fit.

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Superior Residences Of Brandon Memory Care Makes Life Easier And Better For 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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Brandon High To Host Career Event By Kate Quesada

Residents from all resentatives from over eastern businesses including Hillsborough County are Publix, Moffitt Cancer invited to Brandon High Center, the United School for an exciting States Army, event this month. The BayCare and the school is hosting its SunCoast Federal second annual commuCredit Union. nity fair, titled Gateway “This year we are to Your Future, on really expanding to February 12 with a variinclude partners who ety of partners offering not only help with Brandon High School is hosting residents information Gateway to Your Future, a Career career and educaabout education, tion, but also offer Pathways event this month with community partners offering employment health and free health services information about career services, community resources. education, health and community and make it easy for Hosted by people to get resources. Hillsborough County Public School’s resources that will help them get (HCPS) Adult Education Career through the day,” said Eller. “Our goal is Pathways team, the event started out to reach as many people as possible.” five years ago as a career fair but has Representatives from health related gradually morphed into a community businesses such as BayCare and event offering something for everyone. AdventHealth will offer screening at the “Our goal is to inform the communi- event and Publix representatives will be ty about what resources might available interviewing for positions during the fair. they might not be aware of,” said The Brandon High fair, which will Hillsborough County Adult Education take place from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, District Resource Trainer Willie Eller. February 12, is one of three similar “The more we get out into the commuevents taking place in the county this nity, the more we realize that not only month. do people not realize what we in the “We are targeting areas with a adult education department do, but they large number of residents that we think also don’t know about the many serviccan benefit from the services that we es available that will make their lives are offering at the fair and we hope that easier. We hope to change that with people from all over eastern this event.” Hillsborough County will be able to According to Eller, the team is attend the Brandon event,” said Eller. working with a wide variety of commuBrandon High School is located at nity partners to make the event as ben- 1101 Victoria St. in Brandon. For more eficial to as many people as possible. It information about the event, call 231will be an open house format with rep1907.

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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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The Great Florida Outdoors; Community Sharing Burrows

Story and Photos By Dr. Robert Norman

gopher frog. Burrow provide benefits to plants; the bare soil is The beauty of Florida is that given its around its burrow commensals gravitate important to the establishment of vast array of ecosystems, you can readily and create paths to gopher tortoise burseedlings including longleaf pine. As the go from wetlands to a dry landscape. If through vegetation rows for a variety of gopher tortoise maneuvers on its paths to you go to an upland habitat, a sandhill as they regularly reasons. Gopher frogs feeding sites, open spaces are created community with longleaf pine, turkey oak, visit the same foroften feed on insects for seedling growth. Given their broad and wiregrass, you may find a creature aging areas. They and spiders that live in herbivorous diet, gopher tortoises also that is about 10-11 inches long, weighing are primarily vegethe burrows. Tortoise help maintain plant diversity of plant near about 9-10 pounds if adult. You can tarians and primaburrows provide winter their burrows by dispersing seeds. expect this wonderful creature to have a rily munch on shelter and nesting for One place with dozens of gopher torlife expectancy in the wild between 40 to feeding on wirethe indi- toise burrows is Circle B Bar Reserve. 60 years, although there are reports it grass, An amazing location to may live more than 150 explore and read the landyears. It has a stubscape, the reserve is a forby head, short tail, mer working ranch and modiand rounded tan to fications on the property and dark gray shell. The along Lake Hancock can be powerful forelimbs seen. See are tipped with stiff, www.swfwmd.state.fl.us/recreflattened claws that ation/circle-b-bar-reserve act as shovels to The reserve is named excavate burrows of after a cattle ranch that once about 15 ft. long and existed on this property. Circle six feet deep. A burrow B Bar Reserve was jointly discovered in 1972 acquired by the Polk County measured more than 45 Environmental Lands Program ft. in length. and the District in an effort to Within the burrow Juvenile Pur e Heron lu protect the floodplain of the lake the temperature remains B e pl tl e it G L allinule go and to save the Banana Creek relatively constant throughwild legumes, snake. The Florida marsh system. Although much of the out the year: 60°-70° F in winter and 70°fallen pine neemouse lives yearproperty had previously been converted 80° F in summer. The creature prefers a dles, and a variety round in a den it to pasture, in 2005 and 2006 restoration burrow that is humid because it is quite of wild fruits and Great Blue Heron feeding its young builds along the burprojects were completed to restore much susceptible to dehydration. Certain bioloberries. row shaft. When ground fires burn of the original hydrologic function of the gists have noted that this creature may As you read the landscape, take time through sandhill or other pine, habitat bur- lands. Circle B is now home to some of migrate to burrows in moister habitats to observe the gopher tortoise. More than rows provide a safe haven for tortoises the most impressive bird and animal during the dry winter months. You may one gopher tortoise may share a burrow and other wildlife. Two scarab beetles are activity in Florida and is a magnet for have guessed by now I am describing and more than 300 species of animals obligatory burrow commensals because nature photographers that meander on one of my favorite creatures, the gopher have been identified as ‘burrow commenthey apparently live nowhere other than the trails that include freshwater marsh, tortoise. sals’; creatures that use tortoise burrows in active gopher tortoise burrows. The oak hammock, hardwood swamp and the Gopher tortoises are creatures of to varying degrees, including eastern indimound of sand at the mouth of a burrow, lakeshore. habit and spend most of their lives in or go snakes, the Florida mouse and the

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