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Center Place And The Community Roundtable Seek Volunteers For Annual Cards For Troops

BSAC Proud To Host Special Olympics Swimming State Qualifier

Center Place instructional Fine Arts and Civic method to create Association handmade cards. (Center Place) and The inside is left The Community blank for the solRoundtable presdiers to write a ent the 12 Annual personal sentiCards For Troops ment to their famon Saturday, ilies. October 5 from 10 Rodriguez a.m. to 3 p.m. at said, “Join us for Center Place, a day of fun putlocated at 619 ting your crafting Put your crafting skills to good use on Vonderburg Dr. in Saturday, October 5 and join others in creating skills to work.” holiday cards for deployed service members at Brandon. Lunch is prothe 12th Annual Cards For Troops. Members of vided for volunthe community, 16 years teers. This year, organizers and older, can come are asking for a $10 donatogether to assemble tion at the door. thousands of cards for There are many ways servicemen and women that you can get involved who are currently in this community effort. deployed the world over. Area businesses and No experience is necesorganizations can sponsor sary. This is a free event donations. You can profor the community. mote your business by Susan Saunders, a providing raffle items such Stampin’ Up demonstrator, as gift cards, products and is once again this year’s services. The funds from chair. the raffle help to defray the According to Lisa Rodriguez, market- cost of supplies and postage. Additionally, ing director for Center Place, “Susan and you can donate food for volunteers. her lead committee are already hard at If you know of a deployed service work on the planning that goes into member, you can email their complete designing the cards and preparing all the mailing address to Center Place, and a supplies that are needed for the day of package of cards to share with their unit the event.” Rodriquez added, “The 12th will be mailed to them. Please email cenAnnual Cards For Troops is co-sponsored terplacebrandon@yahoo.com or roundby The Community Roundtable and table2008@aol.com. Center Place. The day of the event All contributions are tax deductible. always falls on National Card Day.” Center Place Fine Arts & Civic Over the years, thousands of cards Association Inc. is located at 619 have been created by hundreds of volunVonderburg Drive, Suite B, Brandon, FL. teers. The members of the community Contact Center Place at 685-8888 or who participate will use a step-by-step 661-4350.

On August 17, event brings awarethe Brandon Sports ness to the imporAquatic Center tance of the Special (BSAC) hosted the Olympics while supHillsborough County porting local special Special Olympics needs athletes. swimming competiUnlike most sports, tion at its main locaswimming is first tion. The winners taught to ensure from the event qualsafety and then for ified to compete in fun and competition. the Special For those with speOlympics State cial needs, swimChampionships. ming is a wonderful Several stuform of occupational dents from BSAC’s therapy which very own TRIDENT allows them to be (Training and happy and healthy. Photo courtesy of Dana Miller Recreation for the Special Jessica Miller stands with her dad, Jon Miller, before the competition. Intellectually Olympics is a worldDisabled Enhancing wide organization their Natural Talents) that has dedicated its program competed time and efforts to after practicing yearmaking sports incluround. The program teaches special sive for all. With over five million special needs adults the importance of active needs athletes competing in over recreation, proper socialization, interper- 100,000 competitions each year, BSAC sonal skills and independent life skills. is honored to be able to host as well as Valrico resident and TRIDENT stuhave athletes participate in the dent Jessica Miller was one of the many Hillsborough County state qualifiers. athletes that competed in the swimming BSAC, is a community-based 501c3 events held at BSAC. She won two first non-profit organization and is located at place ribbons for the freestyle and back- 405 Beverly Blvd., Brandon. For more stroke events. She was also invited to information, visit www.mybsac.org. say the Special Olympics athlete oath to kick off the festivities. Miller has participated in many Special Olympic events at the local, district and state levels for a little over 15 years now. Miller, who has Down syndrome, has competed in tennis, bowling and 26 track, but swimming is her favorite. She has been apart of the TRIDENT program at BSAC for three or four years HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC FESTIVAL.......PG 13 now. She currently trains at BSAC two times a week. Candi Corsi is her coach. EYE ON BUSINESS .....................PGS 25‐26 “I have lots of fun swimming,” said HS FOOTBALL SEPCIAL .............PGS 28‐31 Miller. “It’s a great exercise for me.” Miller said that she hasn’t heard if CHALKLINES .....................................PG 32 she’s been invited to participate in the READ MORE LOCAL NEWS ONLINE state competition yet, but if given the opportunity, she will gladly compete. According to the BSAC website, this

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Dove Interiors Supports Veterans And First Responders With Foundation Funds

By Amy Schechter

For nearly 30 years, 29 and locally at the Dove Interiors Carpet One Clearwater T2T race on Floor & Home has served Saturday, November 2. Southern Hillsborough This year, it celebrates County. It is the oldest cona milestone in giving. tinually owned flooring/inteKimberly Scott is excited to rior store. announce, “By year’s end, Apart from the expertCarpet One Floor & Home, ise of a team who are all a cooperative with 1,000 Five Diamond Certified stores nationwide, has and can assist with any banded together and will home improvement projhave raised more than $1 ect, the major reason Dove million to help the Stephen Interiors is still going strong Siller Tunnel to Towers is its perpetual support for Foundation.” those who serve our counAdditionally, Dove Dove Interiors owner Joan Miller poses with disabled try. Built by a family of vetInteriors Carpet One has veterans. erans, it prides itself both had the honor of teaming by employing veterans and supporting up with Mohawk Flooring in providing free them and first responders through the flooring and installation for one of our Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers local heroes. Built specifically around their Foundation, which raises awareness and injuries, these homes are designed to funds for Building for America's Bravest. give them greater independence and This organization provides mortgage-free quality of life. smart homes for our most wounded vetDove Interiors began in 1991 as a erans and first responders. small storefront in Ruskin and expanded Each year, Carpet One participates to a beautiful 6,000 sq. ft. showroom in the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers 5K through the expertise and devotion of in New York City, supporting and bringing Joan Miller and her two children, Rick awareness to this cause. The race Razick and Kimberly Scott. Explore their retraces the steps of Stephen Siller, a extensive collection of cabinets and counFDNY fireman who was off the day the tertops for both kitchens and bathroom call came in on 9/11. Stephen put on his remodels. Browse both hard and soft win60 pounds of gear and ran through the dow treatments, automated shades and Brooklyn Battery Tunnel to the Twin custom drapery. Towers, where he and his entire battalion Dove Interiors Carpet One is located perished that day. at 2305 E. College Ave. in Ruskin. Joan and Kim, mother and daughter Call 645-8660, email joan@doveinteowners of Dove Interiors, will join the race riors.us or kim@doveinteriors.us or visit in New York City on Sunday, September www.doveinteriorscarpetone.com.

Kiddie Academy Of Bloomingdale Breaks Ground For New Location In Valrico

By Vitoria Perez

A groundbreaking was held in August for Kiddie Academy of Bloomingdale, which will open in early 2020 at 1283 Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico.

Kiddie Academy® Educational Child Care, a nationally recognized provider of comprehensive educational child care programs, is opening a new location in Valrico. Kiddie Academy of Bloomingdale will be owned and operated by Kaitlin and Jonathan Longworth. The new Kiddie Academy will be located at 1283 Bloomingdale Ave. "We are excited to have the opportunity to bring Kiddie Academy’s advanced curriculum and philosophies to children and families of Valrico," said Kaitlin Longworth, owner of Kiddie Academy of Bloomingdale. “Our goal at Kiddie Academy is to feed a child’s curiosity and instinct to learn. My team is dedicated to delivering the highest quality educational child care possible to positively shape the lives of the community.” To celebrate the groundbreaking of the new learning center, Kiddie Academy of Bloomingdale conducted a groundbreaking ceremony on August 13. The ceremony was held on-site after a meet

and greet with families and friends at the Bloomingdale Regional Library. Special attendees included the academy’s general contractor, Right Choice Construction, LLC; the developer, The Woodmont Company; as well as the lender, Pilot Bank. “We believe that opportunities to teach and expand young minds present themselves every day and everywhere,” noted Greg Helwig, president of Kiddie Academy. “Kiddie Academy empowers children with valuable tools to help make the most of those opportunities and we aim to foster a fascination for learning in the classroom, at home and throughout the community.” Since its inception in 1981, Kiddie Academy has been grounded in the vision to create a community that shapes and inspires children for the future. Kiddie Academy of Bloomingdale joins a network of 220+ locations nationwide, with over 25 new academies projected to open within the next year. For more information about Kiddie Academy of Bloomingdale, contact Kaitlin and Jonathan Longworth at 540-3446 or email bloomingdale@kiddieacademy.net. Kiddie Academy® has been a leader in educational child care since 1981, serving families and their children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. Full-time care, before-and after-school care and summer camp programs are offered. For more information, visit kiddieacademy.com or find Kiddie Academy on Facebook.

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James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital Hosts Making A Difference Day For Local Veterans

John Maxwell’s Live2Lead Simulcast Being Held In Brandon Thanks To Sponsors

President Served project,” John F. Schoenborn said. Kennedy once “The Medical Foster said, “We must Home program profind time to stop vides placement for and thank the approximately 60 people who non-service conmake a differnected veterans ence in our who are dependlives.” Shelby ent, chronically or Schoenborn terminally ill with Voluntary Services at James would agree limited family and A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital with President financial support.” in Tampa is hosting the Kennedy’s state- Homeward Bound for those The items that Who Served program. ment. are most needed Schoenborn is the voluntary service spefor the project are body wash, razors, cialist at James A. Haley Veterans’ book lights, CD players, large print books, Hospital in Tampa. Schoenborn and her socks, sunscreen and VISA gift cards. team are coordinating an event at the “We’ve got 60 patients in Medical Foster hospital called Homeward Bound for Homes in the area and seeking as much those who served. It will be taking place as we can to help those homes stock up on Saturday, October 26, which is Make for the year,” Schoenborn said. a Difference Day. “Make a Difference Day Donors may drop off items to was developed in 1992 by USA Weekend Voluntary Service at the James A. Haley Magazine, now managed by USA Today,” Veterans’ Hospital at 13000 Bruce B. Schoenborn said. “The goal was to get Downs Blvd. in Tampa between 9 a.m.-4 people in their free time on a specific day p.m., Monday-Friday, or email of each year making a difference in their Schoenborn at communities. James A. Haley Veterans’ Shelby.Schoenborn@va.gov to schedule Hospital adopted the program in 2006 as a time outside those hours. Donations a mechanism to helping veterans in med- are needed by Friday, October 4. If you ical foster care get items they need and would like to deliver the items in person want.” to the veterans on Make a Difference Support from the community makes Day, you will need to register with it possible for Shoenborn and her team to Schoenborn through her email address. provide extra niceties to veterans residing “We hope to show gratitude to America’s in medical foster homes to enhance their heroes through this program,” quality of life. “We hope that the Brandon Schoenborn said. “It offers up a moment community will join us this year to support to a veteran who is homebound to get the Homeward Bound for those Who recognized by the community.”

Liz Brewer, already had a founder of Liz Brewer tremendous Connections in response. We are Brandon and execuexpecting approxitive director of the mately 500 people Angel Foundation, in to attend this collaboration tremendous with many local sponevent.” sors, is There will be is a live simulcast being held at hosting Live2Lead, a Live2Lead several local sponARISE Church in Brandon. leadership development live simulcast sors at the event including the main sponfeaturing world-class leadership and busi- sor, Michael Owen of Owen and Dunivan, ness experts. This worldwide annual PLLC, as well as the Brandon Chamber leadership gathering was developed by of Commerce, Excel Realty of Brandon, The John Maxwell Company and is a Riverview Mortgage, Christian Business leadership and personal growth event Connections, The Regent, NuVita Chiropr hosted live in Atlanta, actic and Extravaganza Productions, Inc. Georgia on Friday, October 11 and broadDoors open at 8 a.m. with meet and casted to more than 300 simulcast locagreets with sponsors and introductions. tions around the world. The simulcast takes place from 9 a.m.This will be the sixth year 1:30 pm. After a lunch break, there will be that Live2Lead is hosting this simulcast a bonus session offered hosted by where experts from a variety of indusBrewer and Kris Beaird from 2:30-4 p.m. tries share their perspectives on relevant “The bonus session will be very intertopics and reveal practical tools for peractive,” said Brewer. “We will engage with sonal and professional growth. The main the audience to discuss the impact they speaker is John Maxwell, the New York experienced from the Live2Lead simulTimes leading bestselling author, coach, cast.” and speaker who has sold more than 30 Brewer also holds monthly events million books and has been identified as where people can network, learn and felthe #1 leader in business by the lowship.Visit www.LizBrewerConnections. American Management Association. com or follower her on Facebook by Other speakers include Rachel searching for Liz Brewer Connections. Hollis, one of few female CEOs to found The Live2Lead Simulcast is being and run a successful digital media comheld at ARISE Church Brandon pany and several more notable names. at 401 Pauls Drive in Brandon. Tickets Brewer, a John Maxwell cost $109. You can also call 299-6745 or certified speaker and trainer, is excited to email info@lizbrewerconnections.com. If host the event in Brandon. “I have a pasyou use the code OSPREY, you will sion for training,” said Brewer. “We’ve receive a $20 discount.

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Playing For Charity At Annual Knights Of Columbus Golf Classic

Bless Your Heart With A Little Book Of Simple Blessings

to the excitement of the day. Early Bird registration fees are $85 per golfer until Thursday, September 5. After that, the cost will be $95 for singles and $380 for a foursome. Group shot taken from last year’s Knights of Columbus golf There will be prizes for tournament. This year’s event will take place on Saturday, first, second, third and October 5 at Bloomingdale Golfers Club. last place finishers, plus The Knights of Columbus Annual men's and women's longest drive and Charity Golf Classic, sponsored by closest to the hole events. Mother Seton Council #6724, is preparing This year, there will be four hole-infor its sixth annual Charity Golf Classic. one contests with one $10,000 hole, and Even the sweltering heat and afternoon three other $1,000 holes. There will also showers will not stray these dedicated be a $2,000 putting contest ($1,000 goes golfers from this annual fundraising event, to the winner and $1,000 to the council which will take place on Saturday, for charity). Complimentary cold beverOctober 5 at the Bloomingdale Golfer's ages will be provided for participants. Club, located at 4113 Great Golfers Pl. in There will be additional fundraising Valrico. opportunities with an auction, a 50/50 “The proceeds will be used for charicontest and a raffle for a ‘Bucket of table events throughout the year,” Cheer’ and other great prizes. explained Neil Waid, Council Deputy “The Knights of Columbus is a fraterGrand Knight. “Organizations such as nal organization,” Waid explained. Special Olympics, Lopez Exceptional This selfless organization believes in Center, The James A. Haley Veterans' and supports the true meaning of charity, Hospital and Haley's Cove Living Center, unity, fraternity and patriotism. along with various other local organizaFor individual and foursome registrations, are on the club's list of recipients.” tion and forms, as well as sponsorship “Donations are also made to support opportunities, visit KofCBrandon.com You the Homeless Veterans Outreach, Nativity may register and pay online with PayPal Outreach and veteran families in need or you can mail payment with registration each year,” said Waid. forms to: Mother Seton Council Registration will be Saturday, October 5 from 7:30 to 8:45 a.m. The fee includes #6724, Post Office Box 1327, Brandon, Florida 33511. a golf cart, range balls, gift bag, beverFor info on sponsorships, golfer regages, continental breakfast and buffet istration, or volunteering email Jonathan lunch. Tee off time will be promptly at 9 Lodrigues at kofcgolfclassic@gmail.com. a.m. with a four-person scramble to add

as these words and expressions of love blessed me and my family so much over the years.” She added, “The purpose of this book is for me to leave a memoir for my daughters, husband, family, friends and anyone that can enjoy this book of love.” Speirs also shared fond memories of her mother and even included her Local resident Paulette Speirs recently published a book mother's lace vintage tableof her family’s favorite table blessings. cloth as the background for the covers within the book. An early memory that so many of Many of the blessings and prayers us share growing up in a Christian highlight her childhood and celebrate home is saying grace at the dinner holidays, family gatherings and home table. Nearly 50 years ago, Paulette life. They also express the love she has Speirs fell in love with the Lord’s table shared with her husband for so many blessings and they became her expresyears. sion of love, giving thanks and inspiraOne of the blessings, titled Love of tion. Christmas, reads, "trusting in him, folNow married for over 47 years with lowing him, living for him day by day, a family of her own, Speirs has turned caring for others in all we do…Thanking her family’s favorite table blessings into and praising his name for the blessings a book. of his abundant love. The Perfect Gift of After much encouragement and All!" moral support from her family, in 2018, A Little Book of Simple Blessings is Speirs began her journey of over six available at The Green Boutique in months to write, gather pictures and Bloomingdale, at Southern Hospitality complete her first book. in Plant City and directly from Speirs, Rightly titled A Little Book of Simple who can be reached by phone at 956Blessings, the book is a 60-page mem5770 or by email oir of prayers, table blessings, seasonal blessings, poetry and pictures spanning at pspeirs67@gmail.com. Come visit her at her next book signseveral decades. ing, Saturday, September 28 from 10 Speirs said, “I felt inspired by the a.m.-1 p.m. at Southern Hospitality. Lord Jesus Christ to compile this book

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Holy Innocents' Episcopal Church Welcomes New Minister

By Amanda Boston

With a great love for Wednesday evening proJesus and a heart for gram begins at 6 p.m. and the youth, Morgan includes fellowship, worship Brownlee is overjoyed to and Bible study with lesbe Holy Innocents' new sons plans adapted to fit full-time Minister of the different age groups. Youth and Family. Brownlee said, "Our Brownlee was vision is that people of all raised in nearby ages will begin building Bradenton but has lived positive relationships with in Tallahassee for the one another, regardlast 10 years. She believes her role as a former educator and her Holy Innocentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; decade of experience Episcopal Church is pleased less of to welcome Morgan with the Diocese of age, while also growing in Brownlee as its new Minister Southwest Florida has their faith through Bible of Youth and Family. prepared her for her new role. More than study." that, Brownlee believes this position is She continued, "We will gather for part of God's divine plan for her life. dinner for the first portion of the evening "I would not be the person I am today and then transition to a lesson that correhad it not been for the programs I attendlates with our liturgical calendar." ed and the youth group I was involved in," Every week, the youth group meets said Brownlee. "I also know that the youth on Sunday evenings from 5-7 p.m. and minister I had was one of the biggest rea- will also incorporate outings to build peer sons I stayed involved and was able to relationships. As Brownlee has organized grow my relationship with Christ to what it opportunities for the church family to is now. I am so excited for the opportunity come together, she has also planned for to make the same kind of impact in the community outreaches and a summer lives of my youth here at Holy Innocents." mission trip to serve others in Jesus' Brownlee's responsibilities include name. covering all activities for families and She concluded, "We're dreaming big youth. From Sunday programs like here at Holy Innocents', and we can't wait Sunday school to summer programs like to see what God has in store for our Vacation Bible School, the Holy youth and families." Innocents' calendar is bustling with activiHoly Innocents' Episcopal Church is ty. located at 604 N. Valrico Rd. in Valrico. In August, Holy Innocents' Sunday services are at 8 and 10:30 a.m. relaunched its intergenerational midweek For more information, visit http://hiepiscoprogram called 'The Gathering.' The pal.org or call 689-3130.

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Exercise is great for the body and mind, but is particularly important as we age. The Active Life Games, organized by Hillsborough County Parks & Recreation, help promote physical and mental fitness through an Olympic-style competition that attracts hundreds of adults age 50 and older each year. The 39th annual competition continues the tradition of offering a variety of contests for all skill and fitness levels. Events range from track and field to cycling to pickleball to billiards, dominoes, and horseshoes. Some of the more than two dozen events are qualifiers for state competition. Registration costs $15 for one event, or $25 for unlimited events. There is an additional $25 charge for those participating in the golf competition, which includes a cart. This year’s Games will be held October 7-18. In addition to being a lot of fun and a great way to stay in shape, the Games serve as a regional qualifier for the Florida Senior Games. Visit www.hillsboroughcounty.org and search for ‘Active Life

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Bloomingdale Bandits Charity Golf Tournament

A charity golf tournament will be held on Saturday, October 12 to benefit the Bloomingdale Bandits. Registration is 11:30 a.m. and the Shotgun start is 1 p.m. Dinner and awards follow at 6 p.m. Lunch and dinner are included. The cost is $100 per player and $375 for a foursome. Sponsors are also needed. The tournament will be held at Bloomingdale Golfers Club, located at 4113 Great Golfers Pl. in Valrico, and is being held to help with expenses for a trip to Cooperstown. For more information or to register, contact Brandee Wilson at 334-315-2653.

YMCA Expands Program For Falls Prevention Patients

The YMCAs of Tampa Bay can now improve the health of older adults thanks to a recent expansion of a program proven to help seniors. Enhance®Fitness is now available at 22 locations across Tampa Bay. The 16-week evidence-based program is offered at no cost to the participant thanks to the generosity of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Community Living. The Y partners with BayCare

Health System to help refer patients who are at risk for falls into the program. Enhance®Fitness is a proven community-based senior fitness and fall prevention program helping older adults become more active, energized and empowered for independent living. The national physical activity program is deemed particularly safe and effective for older adults living with arthritis by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Participants meet three times a week for an hour of cardiovascular exercises, strength training, stretching and balance work. For more information, contact EnhanceFitness@tampaymca.org or stop by a participating Y. Visit www.ymcatampabay.org/.

Newsome Chorus Yard Sale

Donations are being collected for Newsome Chorus Yard Sale, which will take place on Saturday, October 12 from 6:30-11 a.m. in front of Newsome High School, located at 16550 Fishhawk Blvd. in Lithia. From small items such as clothes, books and toys to larger items such as furniture and exercise equipment, all is appreciated. Donations can be picked up at your convenience. To coordinate pick up, contact Carol at NewsomeChorusYardSale@gmail.com. Donations will be accepted until Friday, October 11.

Baton Twirling Classes At The Brandon Recreation Center

Baton Twirling youth classes will be held at the Brandon Recreation Center, located at 502 E. Sadie St. in Brandon. Classes held every Monday starting September 9. Classes will be held from

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4:30 -5:30 p.m. every Monday. Members participate in local parades, civic events and competitions. For more information, contact Barbara Patrick at 626-4554.

Teachers Get In Free During Teacher Wonder Days At WonderWorks Orlando

WonderWorks Orlando is inviting teachers in Florida to check out all they have to offer for free on select dates in September and October 2019. During Teacher Wonder Days, educators can learn about all the programs they offer. Teachers will get free admission into WonderWorks Orlando on Friday and Saturday, September 28-29 and October 5-6. Each additional guest they bring will only be $15 per person. Teachers who would like to take part in the program need to RSVP online at www.wonderworksonline.com/orlando/rsvp/. Educators will not only get a chance to have fun and see the way families are challenged at WonderWorks, but they will also learn about a variety of the programs they offer. The special programs they offer include School fundraisers, Sensory days, Homeschool days, Scout programs and School field trip programs. The indoor amusement park is open 365 days per year from 9 a.m.-12 Midnight. WonderWorks features a glowin-the-dark ropes course, laser tag, 4D XD motion theater, magic comedy dinner show, and the Wonder Zones, which include interactive exhibits on natural disasters, space discovery, light and sound zone, imagination lab, far out art gallery, and a physical challenge zone. With over 35,000 sq. ft. of ‘edu-tainment,’ with over 100 hands-on exhibits. Visit www.wonderworksonline.com/orlando/.

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Caring For Young Kids And Aging Parents? Listen up! Or Courts Will Do It For You.

By Laurie E. Ohall, Board Certified Elder Law Attorney

As our parents get older and begin to lose their independence, many will turn to their adult children to help them navigate the complicated and costly world of long-term care. For adult children already caring for young kids of their own, this new role of ‘caregiver’ can be a difficult one to assume. It’s no wonder this group of people is known as the ‘Sandwich Generation’ as they are literally ‘sandwiched’ between the pressures of raising a family, holding down a job and managing mom or dad’s growing medical and financial needs. If you don’t make arrangements for financial and medical decisions within your family, the courts will do it for you, so create a plan in advance while your parents still have the chance to have a say in their care and decisions. Elder law attorneys recommend five planning steps to help ensure aging parents are afforded the most protection, flexibility, and financial security, while helping the adult child retain life balance and personal sanity: Find out if your parents have an estate plan and whether it’s been updated in the past five years. The will, trust, powers of attorney, and health care directives your parents created years ago may not reflect their current wishes and long-term care needs now.

Determine How You Will Pay for Long-Term Care. Nursing home and assisted living facilities can cost up to $8,000 a month (average cost of care for skilled nursing in Hillsborough County, is now $9,485). Medicare will not pick up the tab. Inhome care can be equally burdensome. Medicaid may pay, provided you are hovering around the poverty level. Get the Legal Authority You Need Now to Manage Their Affairs and Maintain Control. If your parents do not have powers of attorney or health care directives that allow you to communicate with doctors, access medical records, and manage their financial affairs, it’s a good idea to create them now while mom or dad is still in good health. Document Their End-of-Life Wishes. Thousands of families each year are torn apart trying to decide what their loved one ‘would have wanted’ in serious medical situations. Get Organized Now to Avoid Last Minute Scrambling. Gather your parents’ important information now and create a ‘grab and go’ kit to avoid any confusion and delays in the event of a medical emergency. By being proactive and planning for these issues in advance, you can help make sure your parents receive the care they need without worry or financial struggle.

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Danielle Fence & Outdoor Living Can Make Your Outdoor Spaces Come Alive

By Taylor Wells

If you are and fit together. looking for a This way, all high-quality modifications can fence and outbe made in the door living design phase area, you can before setting up. count on “We tend to Danielle focus a little Fence & more on what Outdoor you want this to Living to help be,” said your resiOperations dence come Manager Doug alive outside. Hall. “What is it Locally owned Danielle Fence & Outdoor Living While particuyou’re trying to has been in business more than 60 years. larly well-known for its fences and fencing accomplish here, how much of that are products, it also provides other great outyou prepared to do now; so let’s draw door products like outdoor kitchens, and plan for it, and then ultimately we can screen rooms, paver patios, railings, do it all at once, we can do it essentially arbors, gazebos, fire features and much in phases, however you want to do it, more. plus we’ll manage all that.” Established in 1976, Danielle Fence The company is well-known for its is a locally and family-owned and operatinstallation and customer service. When it ed business that offers the highest quality schedules a time its employees can start materials and products, over 60 trained working, they will be there as scheduled, professionals, no subcontracted labor and rain or shine. Installation is fast too, as a history of excellence. everything can get set up within a day. Danielle Fence also has plenty of Moreover, its warranties are among options to choose from. With its wide the best, offering 50-year and lifetime selection of products comes detailed warranties along with a one-year labor color specifications and many choices of warranty wherein it will fix anything that is materials, so you can surely find somedefective because of the installation or thing that will fit your needs. natural causes like high winds, no charge. Of course, many options can make it That is all combined with its high-quality hard to choose how to set up your outmaterials and products. door living area, but Danielle Fence can Danielle Fence is open Mondayhelp with that as well. The company can Friday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and is located create 3D designs based on where cusat 4855 SR 60 W. in Mulberry. Visit tomers want to build, removing much of www.daniellefence.com or call 681-6181 the guesswork on how things will look or toll-free at 800-255-6794.

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The Freedom Tour Invites Ladies To A Night Of Worship Grab your gal pals for an incredible night of worship on Friday, October 11 at Bell Shoals Baptist Church in Brandon. The Freedom Tour invites you to come and be encouraged by the hope and freedom found in Jesus Christ. The gathering is for every woman—no matter the stage in her life. Jesus Christ unites us all in His purpose, so whether you are a working mom, a stay-at-home mom, adolescent, or in your golden years, this event is for you. The event features the author and speaker Jennie Allen, who is the founder of ‘IF: Gather,’ a nonprofit movement that exists to equip women with Gospel-centered resources. Allen has also written Nothing to Prove: Why We Can Stop Trying So Hard, which can be purchased on Amazon. The message will focus on finding freedom in Christ and challenge you to discover who you are in Him. In addition to a time of Bible teaching, Christy Nockels, a worship leader and songwriter from Nashville, TN, will lead a time of praise and worship through music. She has been a worship leader for more than 25 years.

By Amanda Boston

In 2017, Nockels released the album, Be Held: Lullabies for the Beloved and recently released a new single, In Every Way. The event begins at 7 p.m. with doors opening at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $15 per person for general admission and $30 per person for a VIP ticket. The VIP ticket includes early access with preferred seating and a Q&A time with Jennie Allen. Prices do not include ticketing fees. Tickets are available for purchase by going to https://www.itickets.com and searching Freedom Tour or by phone at 1800-965-9324. Debbie Weisemann is Bell Shoals’ Minister of Community Outreach and Women. She said, “I would personally like to invite every woman in the Greater Tampa Bay Area to be a part of the extraordinary evening of worship and challenge as together we discover what it truly means to experience the freedom to be all we were created to be.” Bell Shoals Baptist Church is located at 2012 Bell Shoals Rd. in Brandon. For more information, visit www.freedomprojecttour.com or call 689-4229.

Custom Hair Gives Hope And Expert Advice To Women With Thinning Hair

By Michelle Caceres

It doesn’t matter As an added the reason why a bonus, she said woman loses her most people can’t hair, it can be a trautell she’s wearing a matic and debilitathair replacement ing experience. system. “Nobody For Brandon has to know I’m resident Susan wearing it unless I Saylors, her hair choose to tell them,” loss was a symptom she said. of lupus, an autoimSaylors returns mune disease her to Custom Hair doctor diagnosed Brandon resident Susan Saylors (on the Tampa Bay every when she was in right) has been a client of Lori Younkman four to six weeks for and Custom Hair Tampa Bay for 15 years. a refresh at its proher fifties. “I was rapidly losing my hair and my fessional full-service styling salon. She self-esteem was suffering as a result,” has had many different styles and colors she said. over the year. Sometimes her hair is Saylors tried wearing wigs but wantshorter, sometimes longer. “I’m one of ed a more permanent solution. those people who likes change and when It was actually while shopping at I want a new style I purchase a new hair Custom Hair Tampa Bay’s Brandon locasystem,” she said. tion that she learned of an alternative to Located at 117 N. Kings Ave., wigs. Its Custom Hair tailor-made replace- Custom Hair Tampa Bay specializes in ment system offers an increase in hair 100 percent Remy human hair wigs, topdensity and eliminates the need for surpers and custom hair solutions for men gery. and women. Experts are on hand to After a free one-on-one consultation, assist clients in choosing from its selecSaylors decided to get fitted with a 100 tions of wigs or one of its hair systems. percent natural human hair replacement “We’re here to advise you every step system that is lightweight, breathable, of the way and walk you through the secure and individually customized for entire process from start to finish,” said her. It transformed her thinning hair to a owner Lori Younkman, who is not just the head of thick luscious locks. She was so owner but its first client. pleased with the results she’s still a client Custom Hair Tampa Bay is open more than 15 years later. Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and “It has given me the freedom to not Saturda, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. have to worry about my hair,” she said. “I For more information about Custom can wash it, brush it, set it, swim and Hair Tampa Bay visit www.customhairshower in it, and even scuba dive in it.” tampabay.com or call 651-9484.

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The Pink Divas And River’s Edge Team Up To Raise Funds For Making Strides Tampa Bay

By Libby Hopkins

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walks raise awareness and funds to save lives from breast cancer. The American Cancer Society depends on Making Strides Against Breast Cancer events to raise awareness and funds to save lives from breast cancer and Making Strides The Pink Divas formed in 2011 and began raising money events can't happen withfor Making Strides Tampa. Its 3rd Annual Poker Run will out volunteers like The Pink be held on Saturday, Oct. 12th at River’s Edge. Divas. Bras For A Cause Jackie Glasgo is a local Brandon Annual Poker Run is in its third year and realtor who lives by the saying “Live, love The Pink Divas are thrilled to see it grow and laugh often as tomorrow isn't prombigger each year. “All the money our ised.” She lives by this saying because she has lost friends and her grandmother team raises go directly to Making Strides Tampa and stays in Hillsborough County to breast cancer. “My Grandmother to help our local breast cancer survivors passed away from breast cancer when I was 10 years-old and I really didn’t under- with multiple things from road, Hope Lodge and so much more,” Glasgo said. stand much about this horrible disease Bras For A Cause Third Annual called breast cancer,” Glasgo said. “Then Poker Run will be held on Saturday, in 2011, a close friend in her early 40's October 12 at River’s Edge Bar and Grill was diagnosed. That was the year in Gibsonton. Registration for the poker Making Strides had their huge campaign run begins at 10:30 a.m. and the poke ‘Put your Pink Bra On’ and with that we had our first Pink Bra Party and made our run begins at 11:30 a.m. “Our 2019 Sponsors this year’s River’s Edge, Born Bras for the Walk Day. Five wives, mothto Ride Magazine, All Steel, Brad ers and best friends supporting our friend Souders Law, Black Sheep Towing, EXP and the cause.” Realty and Amerifirst Mortgage.” Glasgo and her friends formed The Register at www.eventbrite.com or Pink Divas in 2011 and began raising contact Glasgo at 373-2744. Visit money for Making Strides Tampa. “Here we are eight years later honoring our own www.facebook.com/PinkPowerDivas. To learn more about Making Strides Against team of survivors and supporting our Breast Cancer, visit www.secure.acsevfighters who are still battling through this ents.org. River’s Edge Bar and Grill is horrible disease.” located at 6226 Ohio Ave. in Gibsonton. The American Cancer Society

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Bloomingdale To Host High School Music Performance Festival

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Local music fans earned during last will have an opportuyear’s festival. nity to see young Bloomingdale’s musicians from the Director of Bands, Jon entire county perform Sever, is keen to welat a music festival come the public to witthis fall. On Saturday, ness the shows, sayNovember 2, ing, “[The MPA] gives Bloomingdale High the public a chance to School’s Rajun’ Bull see how hard these The public is invited to come out to Bloomingdale High School’s Charlie kids have been workBand will host Harris Stadium on Saturday, Hillsborough ing. Spectators will be November 2 to watch young band County’s Marching musicians from Hillsborough County able to enjoy a wide high schools perform their halftime Performance range of marching show for judges. Assessment (MPA) styles during the perat its ‘Charlie Harris’ Stadium. formances.” Every high school marching Showcasing all of the band in the county will perform bands in the county will be an its halftime show for spectators all-day event. Tickets can be and a panel of judges. purchased on the day of the The MPA festival is like a event for $10 or less. final exam grade for marching Spectators will be able to band programs. The bands will choose from a variety of concesnot be competing against one sions items and food vendors another. Instead, the panel of during the festival. Starting perjudges will rate each performformance time will be around 1 ance according to benchmarks p.m. Interested spectators can set by the Florida keep informed via Bloomingdale Bandmaster’s Association Band’s Facebook page: BSHS (FBA), which is the governing Rajun’ Bull Band. body for all middle and high school proThe Rajun’ Bull Band is asking for grams in the state. Two judges will additional support from the community in assess musical performance, with a third the form of sponsorships and donations. judge grading the percussion section. Anyone who is interested in contributing Dance teams and flag corps will be gradto Bloomingdale’s MPA Festival can coned by a judge for their contribution to the tact Jon Sever or the Bloomingdale Band visual performance. Two more judges will Boosters at jon.sever@sdhc.k12.fl.us or assess the visual performance and the 2019MPABloomingdale@gmail.com. overall effect of the show. All bands will Bloomingdale High School is located be looking to match or improve scores at 1700 E. Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico.

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Local Businesses Come Together To Host Donation Drives For Local Military Nonprofit

By Libby Hopkins

Supporting locals and shopping local are what makes the Brandon community great. Many of the residents in the community are local business owners as well and they believe strongly in supporting locals, but the support doesn’t stop at business; it also means supporting local nonprofits. Isabella Rosal is the managing director and co-founder of Tea, Bowls and Desserts Café in Riverview and Sheila Rivera-Alba is the manager of The Salt Grotto in Valrico. Both women decided to do a donation drive for The Stano Foundation, which is a local military nonprofit that sends care packages to service members all over the world. “As a veteran-owned business, we know how it is to be out there as we have lived overseas as a family and being as a service-member on sea duty,” Rosal said. “This is the least we can do to make our service members feel the support, if not, the company that they are not alone.” Rivera-Alba wanted to do a donation drive for The Stano Foundation because she is a family member of a local veteran. “As a family member of a veteran, I have always [loved] to support the military and military families,” Rivera-Alba said. “In our business we cater to many military families and helping this foundation is our way to say,

‘Thank You.’ The Stano Foundation is an amazing local organization and we are so happy to be a part in Paula Stano, President of The helping their Stano Foundation, is grateful for cause.” the support from The Salt Grotto The in Valrico and Tea, Bowls & Dessert Café in Riverview for Stano hosting donation drives for her Foundation and she is grateful Foundation foundation during September. for the support from Rosal and started in Rivera-Alba. “It always makes my 2015 with the mission to support our heart happy when a business wants Armed Forces and veterans through to help,” Stano said. “We have so project based initiatives focused on many amazing businesses who have enhancing their comfort and quality stepped up to help with shipping of life with a piece of home. Paula expenses, item donations, donation Stano is the president of The Stano

drives and spaces for us to pack our care packages. We are very fortunate and very grateful for those who not only believe in our mission but find a way to help us ensure each request is fulfilled.” The items The Stano Foundation gets the most requests for are microwaveable macaroni and cheese cups, men’s deodorant, protein powder, protein bars and cup-o-noodles. If you bring three or more of these items to The Salt Grotto during the month of September, RiveraAlba will give you 15 percent off of your same-day product purchase or service at The Salt Grotto. The Salt Grotto promotion will end on Monday, September 30. If you bring two of the items mentioned in this story to Tea, Bowls and Desserts Café in Riverview from Sunday-Monday, September 22-30, Rosal will give you a free classic tea drink. All the items collected at both businesses will be used for the care packages The Stano Foundation sends to service members during the upcoming holidays. To learn more about The Stano Foundation or to make a donation, visit www.stano.org. The Salt Grotto is located at 1026 Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico. Tea, Bowls and Desserts Café is located at 3840 US Hwy. 301 in Riverview.

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Lint Guardian Dryer Vent Cleaning Keeps Local Residents’ Homes Safe

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There is an old this trade has been massaying, “Caution is the tered. “As an owner and parent of safety.” Daniel operator, my reputation and Accurso can relate to integrity is top priority on all this old saying because jobs, and my quality of cushe takes safety very tomer service speaks for seriously. He is the itself,” he said. “As a compaowner of Lint Guardian, ny that specializes in strictly a dryer vent cleaning vent cleaning services, you company in Brandon. can guarantee the job is “Traditional skills comdone right the first time.” bined with superior He makes sure all his technique and expertcustomers get the best price ise, that's what sepapossible. “With Lint rates us from the Guardian, you will get rest,” Accurso straightforward pricing,” said. “We are Accurso said. “If repairs proud to say most Lint Guardian of Brandon can keep your are needed, we carry home safe and secure. of our jobs are everything right on the referral business from satisfied custruck, so down time is at minimal. When tomers. Whether it's a customized job or you book, you will be given a one-hour for our basic dryer vent cleaning, you can window with a technician that will show rely on us.” up on time and complete work in a timely He moved from upstate New York to and efficient manner, no need to take [an] Florida more than 13 years ago. He has entire day off. A brief education lesson on a degree in architectural design and conproper maintenance moving forward is struction, but after seven years in the always included.” HVAC cleaning trade in Florida, he real“As a locally owned small business ized a design flaw and niche in the operator, I enjoy getting out and meeting design of exhausts for dryer venting. with my clients daily,” Accurso said. “With yearly cleanings recommended by “Many great client relationships have the dryer manufacturers and new smart grown throughout the years and giving dryers with air flow safety features to pre- my customers sound piece of mind and a vent fire, the common ‘Florida home’ quality service at an affordable price is design of long vent runs, exhausting out my number one goal.” roofs is a recipe for disaster when not To learn more, visit www.lintmaintained properly,” Accurso said. guardian.com or call Accurso at 400Accurso started Lint Guardian about 2079. Hours of operation are Mondayfive ago and now, with roughly more than Saturday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. and Sundays, 10 5,000 jobs completed, his experience in a.m-6 p.m.

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Center Place To Host Coach Bag Bingo

By Kathy L. Collins

Center Place Place this year. Fine Arts and Civic One of the reasons Association (Center I agreed to join this Place) is hosting board and the reaCoach Bag Bingo son we are hosting on Tuesday, this event is to help October 8. The support children event will be held at and the arts in our Center Place locatcommunity.” ed at 619 Canfield added, Vonderburg Dr. in “Many of the proBrandon. Doors grams that Center open at 6 p.m. and Place hosts need Gather up your friends and plan on bingo will begin at 7 local support. Art is attending Center Place’s Coach Bag p.m. Bingo on Tuesday, October 8 at 6 p.m. such an important at Center Place in Brandon. This is your part of a child’s Tickets to the chance to have fun with friends, take event are $40 per development from a home one of these fabulous new Coach person. Tickets can young age. Bags and support the arts all at the same time. be purchased online Fundraisers like this through Eventbrite allow us to have a fun (www.Eventbrite.com) or time, play bingo and win at Center Place. This a new Coach purse event sells out quickly, while supporting the so you are encouraged to purchase important programs Center Place your tickets now. Remaining tickets offers to our community.” may be available at the door on the Events like Coach Bag Bingo night of the event, but if you want to would not be possible without support. attend, you should not wait. Canfield said, “A special thank you Coach Bag Bingo has been a goes out to our event sponsors, sensational hit all across the country. Teresa Fink with American Dream Now is your chance to have a good Home Mortgage and Tammy time, take home a beautiful Coach Holmberg of Chick-fil-A, Lake bag and support a wonderful, local Brandon Village and Bloomingdale.” nonprofit, Center Place. Funds raised If you have a business or just at the event will support children’s art want to support children’s art proprograms at Center Place. grams at Center Place, please considIn addition to Coach Bag Bingo, er donating an item for the raffle there will also be raffle prizes, food, prizes. drinks and 50/50 tickets available. For more information on Center Melissa Canfield, event chair for Place’s Coach Bag Bingo, please visit Coach Bag Bingo, said, “I am lucky to www.centerplacebrandon.org or call be on the board of directors at Center 685-8888.

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This Crop will be held on Friday, October 11, from 6–11p.m. and/or Saturday, October 12 from 9a.m.–4:30 p.m. The cost is $30 for by m d o e c r. il e p Friday night, $40 for v ser Com spreyob o @ e Saturday, or $60 for ll e mich both, and electricity is available for a fee of $5 per person. As this is a tax-deductible donation, the registration fee is non-refundable. Crops fill Bay Life Crop For Missions quickly and your space is not reserved until paid in full. Register Bay Life Church announces its at www.baylife.org/scrapbooking. 11th annual Fall Crop, benefiting the youth & missions of Bay Life Church. Holy Innocents’ Fall Whistle Stop Bring your own supplies to work on your paper crafting projects in a well-lit Craft Show Seeks Vendors and fun atmosphere. The registration Holy Innocents’ Episcopal Church fee is tax deductible, and it includes is accepting vendor signups for its continental breakfast, a home cooked Fall Whistle Stop Craft Show on Saturday, November 2 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. The event will be held on the church grounds at 604 N. Valrico Rd. in Valrico. Both inside and outside locations are available. The fee for an inside location, which accommodates one six ft. table and two chairs is $45 and $40 for an outside 12X12 ft. space, which is well shaded. Interested vendors can register for a spot at www.hiepiscopal.org. For any questions please contact the church during normal business hours at 689-3130. lunch, drinks and snacks all day, plus scrapbook/crop High Holiday Schedule At space, swap table, goody Congegation Beth Shalom bags and door prizes. Each Congregation Beth Shalom participant will have half of a 5’ round will be holding its High Holy table. Just let us know who you’d like services as follows. All community to sit with.

worshippers are welcome. Donations are appreciated. Selichot – Saturday, September 21; 7 p.m., Erev Rosh Hashonah – Sunday, September 29 at 8 p.m., First Day Rosh Hashanah – Monday, September 30 at 10 a.m. (followed by Tashlikh service); Family Services will take place Monday, September 30 at 4 p.m. Second Day Rosh Hashanah service will take place Tuesday, October 1 at 10 a.m. Potluck pancake breakfast follows. A memorial service will be held at the Congregation Beth Shalom garden at HillsboroMemorial Park on Sunday, October 6 at 10 a.m.; Kol Nidre services will be on Tuesday, October 8 at 8 p.m.; Yom

Kippur Morning Service - Wednesday, October 9 at10 a.m.; Yom Kippur Family Service Wednesday, October 9 at 2:30 p.m., Yom Kippur Afternoon Service, Wednesday, October 9 at 4 p.m., Yizkor Memorial Services, Wednesday, September 9 at 5:30 p.m. and Ne’ilah (conclusion) on Wednesday, September 9 at 6:30 p.m. Join in for Yom Kippur Break the Fast on Wednesday, September 9 following Ne’ilah service at approximately 7:15 p.m. On Sunday, October 13 at 6 p.m. join in for a bite in the Sukkah. Congregation Beth Shalom is

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The LifeCare Network will hold its annual fundraising Gala on Friday, October 25. The Gala will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Hilton Tampa Downtown, located at 211 N. Tampa St. in Tampa. Each year it aims to fill the room with individuals who can impact the issue of abortion in the community in a significant way. Banquet guests are invited by table hosts to be introduced to the ministry, hear testimonies of transformed lives and be encouraged through a special featured speaker. This year’s speaker is Ryan Bomberger with The Radiance Foundation. LifeCare also plans to announce some exciting ministry updates. LifeCare Network’s mission is “to lead those we serve to the unconditional love of Christ as we protect the sanctity of human life, promote biblical sexuality, and proclaim God’s plan for marriage and the family” and do so, through its programs and centers such as Choices Women’s Center and future housing ministry. It is a 501(C)(3) nonprofit outreach ministry serving the greater Brandon community since 1987 and SouthShore since 2012. For more information or to host a table, visit www.LifeCareNetwork.net or contact Jessica at Jessica@LifeCareNetwork.net or 6540491.

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every Monday starting September 16 at the Cambridge Clubhouse at The Bridges located at 11202 Dewhurst Dr. in Riverview. A holiday peric ed by M com formance will be schedCompil spreyobserver. e@o uled in December and a ll e h ic m spring performance will be held in April. For additional information and to reserve your spot, please call 413-8900.

A New Senior Community Choir Seeking Singers

A new senior community choir is seeking singers with all levels of singing experience. ‘Joyful Voices’ will hold its first rehearsal on Monday, September 16 at 1:30 p.m. This senior community choir was created for older adults who have a love of music and a desire to sing. “Singing has a way of lifting spirits and stimulating memories,” stated the choir’s music director Janet Formato. The idea for the senior community choir came as a result of a number of residents at The Bridges who love to sing. Executive Director, Donna Steiermann, is excited about the choir. “In addition to a number of our residents, we anticipate 20 or so seniors from the greater Brandon/Riverview area to join us. We especially welcome those with mild cognitive impairment,” explained Steiermann. Studies have proven that singing with others provides benefits, such as managing stress, alleviating pain, increasing happiness and establishing friendships. Sixty minute rehearsals will be held

Eighth Annual Gifts & Crafts Fair At The Bridges Seeking Local Vendors

Vendors with unique gifts and crafts are invited to register for the annual Gifts & Crafts Fair held on Saturday, October 12 at The Bridges Retirement Community. The Fair will take place from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. "Due to the positive feedback from those who attended last year, and the fact that we were filled to capacity with vendors, made the event a huge success," said Janet Noah, the director of community relations and event organizer. The Bridges Retirement Community is located at 11350 Bloomingdale Ave. in Riverview. Interested vendors please contact Janet at 413-8900 or jnoah@thebridgesbvm.com.

VSL’s Annual Harvest Dinner & Auction

A new activity this year for GFWC Valrico Service League, Inc. (VSL) members was making mats out of recycled plastic bags that were gifts to the homeless in the community. Children helping on the project learned about recycling and were amazed that plastic bags we throw out could make something so helpful and liked making those in need more comfortable.

The group's main fundraiser for the year is the 2019 Harvest Dinner & Auction to be held Sunday, November 3 at Center Place, 619 Vonderburg Dr. in Brandon. Tickets are $30 and may be purchased at Center Place through Friday, October 18. The event sponsored by Terry Fink State Farm Insurance and Matt Carter, GFWC Valrico Service League, realtor, Coldwell Banker Real Inc. (VSL) members made mats out of recycled plastic bags that Estate, starts at 5 p.m., with a were gifts to the homeless in the community. Its main catered dinner at 6 p.m. and fundraiser of the year, its Harvest Dinner & Auction, live auction at 7 p.m. Other will be held on Sunday, November 3 at Center Place. activities of the group include Foot, Dominoes, Crafts, Breakfast with providing food, clothing and school supthe Movies. Out and About; (short trips to plies for Title I elementary school children, local attractions or trips out of town) may participating in Cards for the Troops and interest you. Come to the meeting to hosting activities for residents at a needslearn more and get involved. based nursing home. Last year's auction also helped VSL to support ECHO, Stepping Out Against Domestic Brandon Outreach Clinic, Center Place, Violence 5K Color Walk/Run Family Promise of Brandon, A Kid's The fourth annual Stepping Out Place, Seeds of Hope, Real Hope Against Domestic Violence Awareness Ministry, Campo YMCA and Canine Day 5K Color Walk/Run will be held on Companions among others. Saturday, October 5. This walk/run will For more information, call Claudia benefit Mary & Martha House. Yake at 685-7998 or Sue Hadden at 685The walk will take place at the Florida 6160. State Fairgrounds, 4800 US Hwy. 301 N. in Tampa. Parking is $8 (enter the Newcomers New Season Begins Fairgrounds at Gate 2). Registration will Wednesday, September 18 marks take place at 8 a.m. and the walk begins the start of the new season for The at 9 a.m. Families, beginners, children, Newcomers Club. The meeting will begin pets (on a leash) are welcome. at 9 a.m. at the Brandon Recreational The cost is $30 per person. Register Center, located at 510 E. Sadie St. in online at Brandon. Join in for coffee and socializhttps://runsignup.com/Race/FL/Tampa/4th ing before the meeting. Make new AnnualSteppingOutAgainstDomesticViole friends and maybe meet some old friends nceColorRun5K. and neighbors. Whether you are new to For information on sponsorship, conthe neighborhood or a long-time resident, tact Laurie Herring at 645-7874 or heryou are welcome. There are many activiringl@marymarthahouse.org. ties such as Bridge, Bunco, Hand and

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Enjoy The Fall Season With A Day In The Country At Annual Fox Squirrel Corn Maze

By Kathy L. Collins

Enjoy a fun Florida Futch added, “If autumn day at the you are in the mood Annual Fox Squirrel for a bit of problem Corn Maze hosted by solving, or just plain the Futch Family on out of the ordinary their beautiful Single R country fun, the Fox Ranch in Plant City. Squirrel Corn Maze The country fun will is the place to be.” take place from In addition to Saturday, October 5 the maze, you can through Sunday, enjoy a tractor October 27. You can pulled hayride, visit the ranch on pumpkin patch, famYou will not want to miss the Annual ily games and lots Saturdays and Fox Squirrel Corn Maze at the beauSundays from 10 a.m. tiful Futch Family’s Single R Ranch of arts and crafts in Plant City. There will be loads of vendors. to 5 p.m. Guests are asked to exit the ranch fun at this annual fall event, which is Admission to perfect for the whole family. Make by 6 p.m. the Fox Squirrel sure to try the corn maze with a great new design this year. Futch Corn Maze is $11 Entertainment’s Fox Squirrel Corn plus tax for adults 18 years and older Maze features a corn maze, pumpand $10 plus tax for children 3 to 17 kins for sale, hayrides, games and an years old. Children 2 years old and opportunity to enjoy the great outunder are admitted for free. Card-cardoors. It will have fun food and rying heroes get $2 off admission. snacks and lots of yummy delights for The admission booth accepts you to enjoy. Vendors will offer pump- cash, Visa, Mastercard and Discover. kin painting, butterfly experience, Please note that the vendors accept crafts, balloon art, handmade chilcash only and there are no ATMs ondren’s clothing, face painting and site. more. This year, you can also ride a The Single R Ranch is located at mechanical bull during the first three 3002 Charlie Taylor Rd. in historic weekends. Plant City. For more information on Janet Futch said, “This year this year’s Fox Squirrel Corn Maze, marks the Eighth Annual Fox Squirrel please visit www.foxsquirrelcornCorn Maze Agritourism Event. Visiting maze.com. Make sure to like them on the ranch offers a unique experience Facebook at from the everyday humdrum of the www.facebook.com/fscornmaze. You city for a beautiful day on the ranch. can also follow them on Twitter There is something for everyone to (fox_maze) and Instagram (foxsquirdo and enjoy.” relcornmaze).

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O’Reilly’s Parts, Christian Bros Auto And 16-Building Executive Park Now Underway

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on Lumsden Rd. are not part of CVS Bell Shoals Executive Park but are also underway. The executive park is the third approved project for this site and will be the least intensive of the three approved uses. The first project (1989) was to be named 'Royal Oaks Plaza' with Food Lion as the anchor along with a drug store, bank, restaurant, gas station and retail complex. The land then sat idle for 28 years until the Royal Oaks Senior Drone imaging by Cody Hurst Community Assisted Living Facility Development has begun on Bell Shoals Executive was approved in 2017. This was to Park at the southwest corner of Lumsden Rd., be a two-story (35 ft.) facility conLithia Pinecrest Ave. and Bell Shoals Rd. taining up to 160 beds, but Behind the CVS Pharmacy (southbefore construction plans were submitted west corner of Lumsden Road, Lithia McCullagh & Scott acquired the project Pinecrest Ave. and Bell Shoals Rd), and submitted plans for the executive development has begun on Bell Shoals park, which were approved. Executive Park—an eight-acre project A dedicated left-turn lane on Bell encompassing 16 freestanding buildings Shoals Rd. will be added to improve traf(all one story, 28 ft. in height) and adding fic flow. Developers are mandated to 61,500 sq. ft. of professional office space replace all trees removed inch-for-inch to the Brandon area (available summer on-site…and if the land necessary is not 2020). available on-site, funds are contributed to According to David Lennon, Vice the Hillsborough County Tree fund, President at McCullagh & Scott, "The which plants the trees on equivalent congoal of this park is high-end professionservation land. als.” McCullagh & Scott, in business for That includes lawyers, doctors, engiover 30 years, will be developing this neering firms, CPAs and other profesproject. Specializing in churches (such as sional designations. No retail stores have Arise Assembly of God, 1st Presbyterian been included in the park, which will keep of Brandon and FishHawk Fellowship), the majority of traffic between the typical Executive Parks and even a salsa plant business hours of 8 a.m.-6 p.m. The new in Seffner. O'Reilly's Auto Parts and Christian For information, call 621-7777 or visit Brothers Auto Repair under construction https://mccullaghandscott.com. es

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Local Nonprofit Gearing Up For Fourth Annual Fun Run And Buddy Walk

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Families allow us to host our Inspiring, Educating own events and & Networking for expand the services Down Syndrome we offer to people with (F.R.I.E.N.D.S.) will special needs.” host its fourth annual Along with the Fun Run and Buddy walk, the day will Walk on Saturday, include a train ride, October 26 at petting zoo, face paintRaymond James ing, bouncy houses Stadium. and slides. Panera The 3.21K Fun Bread, Gourmet Deli Run is a timed race and Dunkin' will proaround the stadium vide food and D.J. with age division Chuck Eckhart and awards. The Buddy Jason and Janelle Tucker are all smiles M.C. Julian McKenna Walk is in support of with their son, Logan, at last year’s Fun are also back for Run and Buddy Walk event. a team’s favorite another year. buddy or individual with special needs. “It’s going to be a family day, that’s The top three Buddy Run/Walk teams what we are going for,” said Foyt, a regwill receive a plaque and their very own istered nurse who has a son with Down private tent with a buddy butler and a syndrome. cooler filled with treats. Foyt said volunteers are always welProceeds from the event benefit come to help promote the event and F.R.I.E.N.D.S., an organization dedicatassist in making sure the day runs ed to celebrating and advocating for indi- smoothly. Each volunteer will receive a viduals with special needs, especially walk T-shirt and a Down syndrome those with Down syndrome. awareness wrist band. Ann Foyt, president of The 3.21K Fun Run will take place F.R.I.E.N.D.S., said this year it wants to from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. with the Buddy raise money to build its own community Walk beginning immediately afterward. facility to continue supporting individuals Although attendees can register on the with special needs. Right now, when the day of the event, early registration has organization hosts events, it must use already begun. partner facilities for its activities, which For more information on how you include social activities for children ages can register or to volunteer, become a 6-14 and a dance each quarter for indivendor or create a buddy team, contact viduals 15 and up. F.R.I.E.N.D.S. at 245-2782 or visit the “We are hoping to raise at least group’s website at $100,000 this year,” Foyt said. “It will www.friendssupport.org.

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Dr. Miriah Denbo is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and is a Fellow of the The employees from Premier Radiation American College of Oncology and Cancer Center of South Tampa Obstetricians and participated in the 12th Annual Jason Headshot of Dr. Miriah Etoile Dancewear open to Ackerman Memorial Gynecologists. She grad- Denbo who recently joined A ribbon cutting was recently held for serve dance community. Bowl-A-Thon on August 25. Sunrise Homes new Lake Toscana Women’s Care Floridauated from Butler Development in Wimauma. OB/GYN Associates. focuses on improving the lives rewards toward future purchases. University with a bacheChamber Of Commerce Celebrates of youth who face and/or have survived “I don't want to be known as just a lor’s degree in biology and a minor in Sunrise Homes’ New Lake challenging circumstance through educadance store, I want to offer support and chemistry. She attended medical school Toscana Development tional support. As of to date the foundaadvocacy for our local dancers, dance at Indiana University School of Medicine Greater Riverview Chamber of tion awarded over 250 scholarships to studios, dance/ballet companies, and the and completed her residency at the Commerce (GRCC) members celebrated deserving individuals. For more informacommunity,” stated Claypool. With a University of Tennessee Health Science the grand opening of Sunrise Homes’ tion, visit www.BecauseOfJason.org. vision to expand his business, create an Center. new Lake Toscana development on July interactive presence on social media, get Dr. Denbo has been practicing medi30. Members enjoyed walking through Etoile Dancewear Opens To Serve more involved in the community and bring cine for more than 12 years in a variety of the new, spacious model home and Local Dance Community awareness to the store, Claypool brought settings. Her special interests include dreaming of what could be. Light refreshBusiness owner Colin Claypool knew Julie Silva-Williams to manage the Valrico adolescent gynecology, infertility and miniments were served while attendees that location was key when he opened store. She is well known for managing mally invasive surgery including laparoenjoyed the scenery. his second store Etoile Dancewear, locat- Recording Artists Derrick and Jordan scopic and robotic surgery. Outside of Lake Toscana is located at 5333 ed at 1528 E. Bloomingdale Ave. in Denise Williams, Co-Owner of Derlie work, she enjoys spending time with her Lake Venice Dr. in Wimauma. Visit Valrico. Etoile Dancewear is the only Records Inc. and as Co-Executive husband and two children, reading, enjoyhttps://laketoscana.com or call 536-7568. dancewear store serving the area. Producer of The Gospel Voice TV show ing the outdoors, eating good food and The store offers leotards, tights, which airs nationally every Saturday flying small airplanes. Premier Radiation Oncology dance and ballroom shoes and acces(EST) on The Christian Television Dr. Denbo is now available to see Participates In Bowl-A-Thon sories for the whole dancer, as well as, fit- Network. Her expertise in management patients at Women’s Care FloridaPremier Radiation Oncology and ness, yoga and active wear accessories and marketing will help to expand brand OB/GYN Associates Brandon, Plant City Cancer Center’s team, the ‘Hot Spots,’ for all ages. Merchandise is sold at sugawareness and bridge the store to the and FishHawk offices. To schedule an were awarded the Most Spirited Team at gested retail price to offer customers fair dance and local community. appointment with her, please call 681the 12th annual Jason Ackerman pricing with an available Rewards Etoile Dancewear is open Tuesday to 6625, or log in to the patient portal. Memorial Bowl-A-Thon. The Foundation Program where every dollar spent earns Continued on Next Page

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Dr. Priya Reddy Offers Remarkable Rheumatology Care In Riverview

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If you or a loved belongs. She is an one have experienced Executive Board arthritis, tendonitis, gout Member of the or lupus, you underFlorida Society of stand how debilitating Rheumatology and these autoimmune concurrently serves as ditions can be. That is Secretary/Treasurer why having a good and concurrently the rheumatologist is an Florida Regional integral part of a care Director for the plan. Dr. Priya Reddy American Women in and her staff at Rheumatology. Dr. Dr. Priya Reddy, MD, FACR, Southwest Florida Rheumatology. Southwest Florida Reddy is Board Rheumatology are perfectly poised to Certified in Rheumatology and is a Fellow diagnose and treat a variety of rheumatic of the American College of diseases, which when left untreated can Rheumatology. Additionally, she is a affect the joints, muscles, and bones and member in good standing with the cause pain, swelling, stiffness, and deforAmerican Medical Association, American mity. College of Physicians, Florida Medical At Southwest Florida Rheumatology, Association, and the Hillsborough County Dr. Reddy and her staff work with patients Medical Association. to evaluate and treat rheumatologic disBesides bringing cutting edge ease as well as provide in-office infusion advances to her patients, she passes on therapies, diagnostic ultrasound, and her knowledge. Dr Reddy continues as labs. There is true commitment behind part of the teaching faculty at Brandon Dr. Reddy’s practice, “I have a passion for Regional Hospital and Blake Regional patient advocacy, patient education as Hospital internal medicine programs that well as to the continued advancement of are part of the University of South Florida my profession in rheumatology. I know medical education system. that patient outcomes improve when Southwest Florida Rheumatology is patients better understand their disease conveniently located in Riverview and state and participate in informed decision- also serves Lithia, Fishhawk, making with their physician.” Bloomingdale, Brandon, Valrico, Before opening her practice in 2010, Gibsonton, Sun City Center, Ruskin, and Dr. Reddy began her career at the Apollo Beach. University of South Florida where she For more information, call 672-2243 was faculty in the Division of or visit www.swflrheum.com. The office is Rheumatology. Her love of research and open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday, continued education are evident in the and are located at 11954 Boyette Rd. in many organizations to which she Riverview.

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Strawberry Crest Chargers Strawberry Crest: The Chargers are off to a great start in Phillip Prior’s first season as head coach, as they matched last season’s win total in week one by defeating Leto 20-6. The rebuild of the program is underway. Senior Caleb Goodson is the starting quarterback for Crest. He had a good game against Leto, completing six of seven pass attempts for 63 yards and a touchdown. He also ran the ball 10 times for 45 yards and a touchdown. Prior believes that Goodson can manage their offense and make good decisions to protect the football, and likes the QB's willingness to learn. The Chargers run a pro-style offense and are committed to running the football. Other key players include senior offensive lineman Ben Gude, senior lineman Jonah Spivey, senior offensive line-

man Jose Gonzalez, junior defensive lineman Sebastian Fernandes, junior linebacker Jake Craig and junior receivers Kadin Durgan and Hunter Wilkinson. Senior running back DJ Brannon rushed the ball 10 times for 62 yards and a touchdown, while adding one reception for eight yards against Leto. Prior thinks that his team’s strength will be his front seven on offense and defense. The young, fairly inexperienced team will have to make quick adjustments on the fly as they have had to learn new offensive and defensive schemes a couple of weeks before the season started. The Chargers have one of the tougher schedules in Hillsborough County, as they will have to face Kathleen, Lakeland, Plant City, Durant and Bloomingdale. Prior wants his team to compete each game and each rep, and improvement will come along the way.

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Armwood Hawks Armwood: The Hawks are out for revenge after losing for the second straight season in the 6A State Championship to Northwestern (Miami). They are off to a great start in 2019, dismantling Plant 38-3 in their opener. Nobody, not even the Hawks, thought the score of that game would be so lopsided. The much anticipated matchup between the two most dominant programs in Hillsborough County usually comes down to the final possessions of the game. Junior Cam’ron Ransom is the starting quarterback for Armwood this season. The lefty dual-threat QB went five for seven for 188 yards and two touchdowns in the air and also ran for a touchdown. Star junior receiver/running back Charles Montgomery has four receptions for 92 yards and a touchdown in his Armwood debut. The Bloomingdale transfer played several positions for the Bulls last season, including at quarterback, where he filled in for an injured team-

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Durant Cougars Durant: The Cougars are looking for a bounce-back season after going 3-7 in 2018. They are led by Head Coach Mike Gottman, who is in his 17th season at Durant. The offense will be run by senior quarterback and team captain Sean Williams, who started last year as well. Williams was efficient in the Cougars’ dominating 42-6 win against King in their opener. He threw for one touchdown and also ran the ball four times for 27 yards and two touchdowns. Coach Gottman said that the team captain is a smart, gritty, quick dual-threat QB that uses both his arms and legs to get the job done. He is a proven leader as well as a winner. About 10 different players carried the ball in game one for this run-heavy flexbone triple-option offense that uses some of the same principles as Army and Navy. Other key players include junior guard/defensive tackle and team captain Wyatt Lawson, junior linebacker and team captain Josh Cannon, junior safety/corner/receiver Aashton Kirkland and

senior defensive end Bradley Guasto. Coach Gottman believes that his team’s major strength will be their chemistry. He thinks that their kicking game has improved and can make a difference this year. Senior kicker/punter Edgar Posadas is playing football for the first time, but has potential with a strong leg. They will have to overcome key injuries to starting tight end Nate Brennan and starting linebacker Luke Rawlins, who is out for the season with a torn ACL that was suffered in the Lake Gibson preseason game. Durant has a tough schedule this season, having to face 2018 playoff teams such as Kathleen, Bloomingdale, Lakeland and Plant City. The rest of the games on the schedule are very winnable for the very young and fairly inexperienced Cougars. Assuming that they lose those four tough games, which they are most certainly capable of winning, they will most likely win five or six games in 2019, improving on last season’s record.

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Bloomingdale Bulls The Bulls are coming off their best ever season, in which they won their first two playoff games in school history and had an overall record of 11-2. They reached the regional finals for the first time, losing to football powerhouse Venice. The Bulls were very competitive against Venice, leading the game at the half. Bloomingdale is quickly becoming one of the elite football programs in Hillsborough County after being one of the worst for several years. This is partly due to Coach Max Warner who had great success in his three seasons as head coach, improving every season. Warner recently left to the program to take over as the Quarterbacks Coach at Bowling Green and has been replaced by Jake Coulson, who was the defensive coordinator for Bloomingdale last season. Coulson had great success in his first year, leading a defense that gave up less than a touchdown per game and did not give up a point until the fifth game of the season, while posting six total shutouts. This 2019 Bulls squad is full of talented players that are committed to play college football. They will return

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a teacher? Why did you decide to become e I wanted to influence the I chose to be a teacher becaus and I love working with the way e next generation in a positiv world a little better than when youth. My goal is to leave the t know that they have a purI entered. I want every studen d. pose and to use their gifts for goo

cher? What is a goal of yours as a tea the ts ch studen My goals as a teacher are to tea s and to make zen citi d goo ng bei of importance . a difference in their community school spirit? How do you like to show your a great place to is it as in Pep I try to represent t may not give students an opportunity tha ular school get that opportunity in the reg setting. r school What is your favorite food in you cafeteria? tastic I pack my lunch. My wife is a fan cook. Sorry cafeteria!

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Randall Principal Claire Mawhinney Selected As Administrator Of The Year

By Kate Quesada

Randall Middle Hillsborough County School Principal Social Studies Claire Mawhinney Teacher of the Year has a new title to before moving to add to her extensive school administraresume this school tion. “Our PTSA is year. Mawhinney, such a supportive who is celebrating and inclusive group her 35th year an and I feel incredibly educator, was honored to be named Outstanding acknowledged by Administrator of the them in this way.” Year by the Florida Mawhinney Parent Teacher applies her personal Association (PTA) at professional backthe group’s annual ground to her role as awards ceremony principal. over the summer. “I have tried to Randall Middle School Principal Claire use my experience Randall PTSA Mawhinney was recently named Treasurer and as both a parent and Outstanding Administrator of the Year Awards Committee a teacher to make by the Florida Parent Teacher Association. Chairperson TyLee Randall a school Walck nominated that works for everyMawhinney for the award one who is connected to it,” after watching her involveshe said. “I think one of the ment at the school over reasons the PTSA and I the two years her daughhave such a great relationter has been a student ship is that we have the there. same goals and are focused “I have never seen an on the best for all the stuadministrator who cares as much dents at the school. I honor what they about a school and its students as Mrs. do.” Mawhinney,” said Walck, who put Walck feels that Mawhinney’s leadtogether an extensive application ership encourages an extremely posidetailing all the reasons she felt tive relationship between parents and Mawhinney should win the award. “She teachers and appreciates the commuleads by example and her proactive, nication encouraged throughout the innovative and extraordinary efforts school. make her an exceptional administra“Mrs. Mawhinney’s presence is tor.” constantly felt by her involvement in According to Walck, Randall was our children’s extracurricular actives one of more than 250 schools that and everyday lives at school and in our nominated an administrator for the community,” said Walck. “We are grateaward, which looks at how the nomiful that she was recognized for her nee displays commitment to the core dedication to our school, district, state values of the Florida PTA, among other and all of our children.” factors when choosing the winner. Randall Middle School is located at “It was such a wonderful surprise,” 16510 FishHawk Blvd. in Lithia and said Mawhinney, who taught for 17 can be reached at 740-3901. To learn years and was named Teacher of the more about the Florida PTA, visit Year at Plant City High School and www.floridapta.org.

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2019 Hillsborough County Fair Fine Arts Show Issues A Call To Residents To Enter Artwork

Students Invited To Meet Local Charities At Community Service Forum

Residents of to the fair (per Hillsborough County, person, not per young and old, who entry). have a flair for artistic Completed creativity are encourforms can be aged to submit entries mailed to for the 2019 Hillsborough Hillsborough County County Fair, Fine Arts Show. The Visual Arts, P.O. fair runs from Box 100, Sydney, Thursday, October 17 FL 33587. All and 24 through entries must be Sunday, October 20 hand delivered to Join other area residents like Lily Chavez and 27. This year's (L) and Madison Chavez (R) and enter the fairgrounds theme is ‘Let The artwork in the 2019 Hillsborough County on Friday, Fair Fine Art Show. Good Times Grow.’ October 11 from The Hillsborough County Fair is locat4 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, October 12 from ed at 215 Sydney Washer Rd. in 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; or Monday, October Dover. 14 from 2 to 6 p.m. The Hillsborough Fine art entries must be original County Fair Fine Arts Show is a great and not more than two years old. way to share your creativity with the There is no fee to enter, but there are community whether you are young, strict rules that must be followed. You old, experienced or inexperienced in can download the entry fee and review creating art. the rules at www.hillsboroughcountyJason Chavez of Riverview is the fair.com. father of Lily, now in third grade, and There are four divisions: elemenMadison, now in first grade. Chavez’s tary (first to fifth grade), middle (sixth children attend the Winthrop Arts Art to eighth grade), high school and Factory. Last year, both girls entered adults 18 and older. There are four paintings into the fair’s Fine Arts Show. mediums for fine arts: oil, acrylic, Chavez said, “This was a great watercolor and mixed media. You may experience for the girls. They both got enter up to three pieces. to see their paintings exhibited in a The judges are qualified to judge gallery-style setting. It was really fun visual arts. Awards are given based on for us to visit the fair as a family and theme, design, composition, mastery see their artwork on display.” of medium, technique and presentaSo, let your creativity shine and tion. You can preregister your entry by have fun creating art. You may just be visiting www.hillsborough.fairwire.com. one of the lucky winners. Do so by Monday, October 7 and you For info, visit www.hillsboroughwill receive one free admission ticket countyfair.com.

Local students reading about a charity interested in finding on a piece of paper or out how they can help website,” said Nickerson. their community while Students from 10 working towards a local schools, homecollege scholarship school groups and private are invited to the institutions are invited to Brandon High School the event, and it is open Gymnasium on to people of all ages lookThursday, September ing to find a way to con26, when The tribute to the community. Community School guidance counThe Community Roundtable is Roundtable is hosting selors also attend to hosting its annual Community its annual Fall Service Forum at Brandon High. answer questions about Community Service Forum. Bright Futures requirements. The event is open to residents of all Nickerson explained that the forum ages looking to learn about more than also provides the students’ parents with 25 local nonprofit groups looking for volthe opportunity to not only find out more unteers. about the place where their students are Janine Nickerson, Community spending time volunteering, but to find Roundtable President, began coordinatan organization they want to help theming the event in 2013 as a way to help selves. local charities connect with students Charities in attendance fit into a looking to satisfy community service number of different categories, including requirements for Bright Future military, the arts, environmental and Scholarships. It is now held twice a year range from county-wide to hyperlocal. at local high schools and is typically “We hope that after getting the attended by hundreds of students. opportunity to learn about the different “There are so many great organizagroups, attendees are able to find sometions right here in the Brandon area that thing that ignites their passion for volundon’t have the resources to tell students teering,” said Nickerson. “Something that looking for hours that they need their may follow them through their whole help,” said Nickerson. life.” The charities set up in the school’s The mission of The Community gymnasium during Brandon High’s colRoundtable, founded in 1957, is to get lege night so that students can have the the word out to the Brandon community chance to walk around and learn about about local charities. Visit the organizations from the people who TheCommunityRoundtable.org or call know the most about them. 661-4350. Brandon High School is locat“It is so much more meaningful than ed at 1101 Victoria St.

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Karen Hall Exhibits Art Work At Bruton Memorial Library

Plant City resident and artist, Karen Hall, has an exhibit of her work on display at the Bruton Memorial Library in Plant City. The exhibit can be seen now through the end of September.

The September exhibit at the Bruton Memorial Library in downtown Plant City is a lovely collection of paintings by local artist, Karen Hall. Although Hall is a relatively new artist, she has put together a fine exhibit of her work. You can view the exhibit at any time during the library’s normal operating hours. According to Hall, “The subject of my show is Nature and Animals. I like to think of the saying ‘Over the river and through the woods’ to describe the exhibit.” Hall’s medium of choice is acrylic. She has dabbled in pouring paints and has done some paintings and projects using this. Hall’s exhibit is a collection of 12 pieces, large and small. The pieces are varied and quite pleasing to the eye. Some of the pieces are framed, some are on wood and one is even on burlap. There are landscapes, animal paintings, and one of strawberries. There is a mixed media piece of a seahorse. The paintings in the exhibit depict different seasons and different places. Hall said, “I want the community to appreciate the nature, natural flora

and animals that abound in Florida through my art.” The artwork in Hall’s exhibit shows nice attention to detail, good use of color and excel-

lent proportions. Hall has been painting for about four years. She has no formal training in art, but she has taken numerous classes from professional artists in the last few years. Hall said, “I have so many paintings, many of which I have sold. I wanted to have my first formal large area public exhibit. I have done other shows in Lakeland and Plant City in 2018.” Hall is a retired social worker. She moved to Plant City with her husband from a small New Jersey farm. Hall is a member of the East Hillsborough Art Guild. Hall’s work can be viewed now through the end of September. The Bruton Memorial Library is located at 302 McLendon St. in historic downtown Plant City. If you are an artist who would like to share your art with the community and are interested in having an exhibit at the library, please call 757-9215 or pick up an application from the front desk. For more information on events and other exhibits happening at the library, please visit www.hcplc.org.

Photo Archives And History Center To Publish The Plant City Journal Of History The Plant You can also City Photo state, “This is Archives and what I rememHistory Center, ber hearing located in hissome time ago.” toric downtown Gott said, Plant City, is “We know that planning to stories handed begin publishdown over the ing a periodical years are fun focused on the and interesting, history and and usually very heritage of the Gil Gott, executive director of the Plant City Photo much modified Archives and History Center, shown here with Greater Plant from what may newly published authors Anisa Brown (L) and City area. The have actually Martha Lafon (R), has announced that the Photo publication, Archives and History Center will begin publishing happened.” The Plant City Journal of History. This is your called The The Photo chance to write about your family or growing up in Archives and Plant City the Greater Plant City area. Journal of History Center History, will focus on local interests and will have an editorial team that you can will feature articles written by local writsit down with you and talk about your ers. idea even before you start to do the Gilbert Gott, the Photo Archives and research and writing. In addition, the History Center executive director, said, Photo Archives and History Center can “If you like history and can write, we advise you about how and where you want to hear from you.” can do your research. No experience is necessary as The Over the years, the Photo Archives Plant City Journal of History will accept and History Center has worked with articles written by both experienced and some great local writers, including Alvin beginner writers. Futch, Bill Thomas, Col. Ken Cassels, This is your opportunity to write Lauren McNair, Nick Brown, Tim your story about growing up in Plant Grzelczyk and interns Martha Lafon, City. You can write about businesses Anisa Brown and Mitchell Thoeni. that your parents or grandparents operThe Photo Archives and History ated, or it may even be a story about Center is located at 106 S. Evers St. in your family. Plant City. The center is open Monday Gott said, “We are open to stories through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 of a great variety of people, places, p.m. Feel free to stop in or call any time events, businesses and activities in the during normal operating hours. You can Greater Plant City community, from east write or email any time. of Tampa to Bartow.” The phone number is 754-1578 and The articles can be short or long, the email is gil@plantcityphobut all should include photographs. toarchives.org. For more information, Additionally, the facts stated in the artiplease visit www.plantcityphocles must be as accurate as possible. toarchives.org.

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