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Human rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize recipient, Malala Yousafzai, said, “Let us remember: One book, one pen, one child, and one teacher can change the world.” In that spirit, Sessums Elementary School has welcomed a cohort of 17 University of South 2018 Sessums Elementary Graduating Interns Florida teachers-inSessums know how invaluable the training as interns for the past two interns are. Mohammed mentions, years. Under the tutelage of mentors, “The kids get more one on one time. they have observed masterful teachThey have more of everything,” and ing and honed their craft through guidEdwards echoes that with more time ed practice in preparation for taking for individualized attention and small on classrooms of their own after gradgroups, students are making more uation. progress and test scores are going Within this cohort, two special stoup. It’s a win-win for all involved. The ries stand out. Laura Edwards, assisclassroom teachers have more hands tant principal, actually taught Jasmine on deck, the interns have an irreplaceDelavan at Kingswood Elementary in able apprenticeship experience, and 2005. As a 3rd grader, Delavan creatthe students get more time and attened a ‘dream board’ where she told tion. Edwards that one day she would be a In August, Sessums will welcome teacher like her. Her dream is now nearly a reality. Delavan said, “I’ve Continued on Page 5 been blessed being paired with such great support. I’ve been able to dive in and experiment with strategies. In This Sessums has been amazing.” Her Issue cooperating teacher, Shelly Shannon, reiterates how positive this experience is for everyone: “It has been a great RETIRED SHERIFF GEE. .......................PG 3 year working together. Like a good marriage, we have the same beliefs HOA HOT TOPICS ...............................PG 8 and structure.” GRCC RIBBON CUTTINGS .................PG 10 Another intern, Hannah Money, interned in Arolyn Mohammed’s classCPR CLASSES ....................................PG 13 room, and purely by chance it turns EYE ON BUSINESS ....................PGS 25‐26 out that Mohammed was Money’s kindergarten teacher. Pointing to a ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT................PG 41 picture of herself in Mohammed’s SPORTS CONNECTION...............PGS 42‐43 class, Money said, “I remember her from kindergarten. I remember doing it SUMMER CAMP PULLOUT........PGS 45‐52 in her classroom. This experience has been so helpful because we have READ MORE LOCAL NEWS ONLINE such a strong relationship.” www.ospreyobserver.com Administration and teachers at
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Few places allow visitors to experience Florida’s natural beauty like Ruskin’s hidden gem, Camp Bayou. Located on 160 acres of untouched habitat from wetlands to pine flatwoods, it is the perfect place for all ages to make a day trip. Camp Bayou is a small non-profit nature center whose mission is “To sustain a portion of Florida’s original habitats in the Little Manatee River Watershed, and to promote appreciation and better understanding of our natural resources, local history and culture through education.” Visit the Nature Center where you can browse the nature library, discovery tables, and specimens native to our area. Walk the land trails where you can explore a replica of a native village, stay on the lookout for gators and gopher tortoises, go bird watching, meander through the butterfly habitat, or view historic fishing cabins actually used in the area in the 1930s. Visit the Paleo Preserve, a small nonprofit museum, that features fossils, photos, and newspaper articles. Guests can also rent canoes to get up close to nature while they paddle a leisurely hour or so
around the island south of the preserve. As a non-profit, donations and volunteers are sincerely needed and appreciated. Dolly Cummings, manager, calls on the community: “We need volunteers who are passionate about nature willing to cover weekly time slots.” Cummings believes in her small, dedicated crew, but she knows they could do so much more with additional help. Sadly, Camp Bayou experienced some theft recently. Someone broke into one of the cabins and stole four kayaks, two that were donated and two that were bought using a small community grant. If anyone happens to see anyone trying to sell 2 small blue kayaks (6ft), a yellow kayak (8ft), and/or a red/orange kayak (8ft) please notify the local sheriff’s office. Pre-registered groups can receive a “hands-on” dig experience at the Paleo Preserve, a “river dig” at the Peace River, and guided tours through their nature stations. Camp Bayou is open Thursday through Sunday from 9 a.m.-2 p.m.. To find more information on adult and youth programs or make a donation, visit online at www.campbayou.org or call 641-8545. Camp Bayou is located at 4140 24th St SE, Ruskin, 33570.
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Retired Sheriff David Gee Honored By County Commissioners
Box Of Balloons Makes Sure Every Child Gets A Birthday Party
nation, with more than 4,000 employees and an annual budget of $405 million. After accepting the award at the BOCC’s April 4 meeting, Gee thanked his former staff at the Sheriff’s Office for their support. “It was an honor and Former Sheriff David Gee received the Ellsworth G. privilege to have received Simmons Good Government Award from the Hillsborough such a prestigious County Board of County Commissioners last month. award,” said Gee. A familiar face who has been out of “However, this award is not about me, it’s the spotlight recently received an honor all about the great men and women of the from the Hillsborough County Board of Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office and County Commissioners (BOCC) last their dedication and commitment to the month. Former Sheriff David Gee was citizens of Hillsborough County.” presented with the Ellsworth G. Simmons Gee became sheriff in 2004 and was Good Government Award for his service re-elected three times until his retirement to the community. last year. During his time as sheriff, he The award, which was established by was a member of the FBI Joint Terrorism the BOCC in 1996, is presented annually Task Force, chairman of the Attorney to an individual or group of individuals General’s Region 4 Gang Reduction Test who has played a significant role in Force, chair of the Florida Highway Patrol improving government through leadership Jurisdiction Subcommittee of the and vision. Governor’s Law Enforcement Gee, born in Plant City and a life-long Consolidation task Force and co-chairHillsborough County resident, retired man of the Region 4 Domestic Security recently after 13 years as Hillsborough Task Force. County Sheriff. Before taking on the role Finalists for the Simmons award are of sheriff, he spent time as a homicide chosen each year by the Good investigator, Internal Affairs Supervisor, Government Award Committee which public information officer, chief financial examines the significant events, leaderofficer and chief deputy. ship opportunities and outstanding According to Hillsborough County achievement of nominees. Previous winSenior Media Relations Strategist Kara ners include former governor Bob Walker, in his capacity as sheriff, Gee was Martinez and former mayors Pam Iorio responsible for managing one of the and Dick Greco. largest suburban sheriff’s offices in the
dren as possible can have those memories as well." Benoit added, "We currently work with the GAL program but are always looking for other organizations who can benefit from our organization." Laura Butler, a resident of Wimauma is a GAL. Butler oversees six children from three families. Butler Box of Balloons is a non-profit organization that works has used the services of with organizations such as the Guardian Ad Litem to provide children, who would not otherwise get one, with a Box of Balloons several celebratory birthday party. times. Butler said, "I have used it two times. Each box Every child looks forward to their has been different and customized to birthday and their birthday party. Some children, however, are not able to have a each child. They were very easy to work with, and I would use them again." festive birthday party. If that child is Butler added, "This service shows that involved in a court case due to a custody issue or due to neglect or abandon- there are people in the world who care about kids other than their immediate ment and they have a court appointed family." Guardian Ad Litem (GAL), the GAL can This service is given to the GAL free help provide all the items needed for a of charge. Box of Balloons relies on birthday party thanks to the non-profit, funding from the community to provide a Box of Balloons. happy birthday to a child. Box of Balloons will provide a box In addition to providing everything which includes DIY decorations, a dozen needed for a birthday party, they have cupcakes with candles, a gift for the lots of ways for the community to child, a party game, six party favors and become involved. This includes Kids decorations including balloons, streamHelping Kids program, the Pledge Your ers, tape, a birthday sign and ribbon. Birthday program and the Build a Box The Tampa chapter of Box of program. You can even open a chapter. Balloons is headed up by Samantha The Tampa Chapter currently has 50 Benoit. The chapter has been active for volunteers, but they are always looking a little over one year, and in that time, for more. has given out 38 boxes. Benoit said, For more information, please visit "Some of my best memories were from www.boxofballoons.org or email boxofmy childhood birthday parties. I want to balloons.tampafl@gmail.com. do my best to make sure as many chil-
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Rivercrest Hosts Camps, Classes And More The Rivercrest office is open Monday through Friday from 3-9 p.m. and can be reached at 6723804. The Rivercrest subdivision in Riverview offers residents many activities from Zumba classes to sports camps and free swimming lessons for children.
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When the Rivercrest CDD meets on May 21, it will start discussions on the 2019 budget. Discussion will also take place on landscaping vendors. Residents are invited to participate in the meeting and visit www.rivercrestcdd.org to review minutes from previous meetings or see the agenda to prepare before the meeting.
Rivercrest Residents Invited to Register for Mobile Water Safety
The Rivercrest CDD is once again working with the Brandon Sports and Aquatics Club to offer free water safety classes to its residents. Registration is on a first come, first served basis and must be done in person at the Rivercrest office. The classes will take place June 11-15 and July 16-20 at 10 and 11 a.m.
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Soccer begins May 12 at Rivercrest. Classes are offered through PROtential Sports and are co-ed for students from 3-13 years old. The group is also offering a summer sports camp from children 5-14, teaching tennis, basketball, swimming, volleyball, soccer, baseball, football and dodgeball with certificated and trained coaches. For more information, call 843-9460 or visit www.protentialsports.com.
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High School Junior Brings Music To The Bridges Residents For Gold Project
Summer Vacation Planning Made Easy At Summer RV Show
Newsome The idea High School was only the first Junior, Kristin part of Kristin’s Reagin, goes for project. Next the gold with her came the recent project, fundraising, ‘Medicine for the applying for and Soul.’ Open only receiving a grant to girls in high and collecting school, the Girl used iPods Scout Gold is the through various most prestigious drives. With over and the most diffi$750 raised, cult to earn with Kristin provided Kristin Reagin’s Girl Scout Gold Project benefits only 5.4% of eligi- dementia patients at The Bridges Assisted Living nine iPods with & Memory Care Community in Riverview. ble Girl Scouts headphones, a successfully earning this award. charging station, a housing container that For the past two years Kristin, can be locked, and music from iTunes. daughter of Tom and Lynn Reagin of The best and most rewarding part was Valrico, has volunteered every Sunday at yet to come. “When I placed the headThe Bridges Assisted Living & Memory phones on the residents and they began Care Community in Riverview. As Kristin to sing and smile, I saw first hand that my played the piano and sang with the mem- project was working and residents were ory care residents, she realized the posiresponding positively.” tive effect music had on them. Donna Steiermann, Executive Kristin’s project ‘Medicine for the Director at The Bridges, foresees many Soul,’ is based on extensive research benefits for residents. “’Medicine for the conducted on the effects of music on indi- Soul’ will be a wonderful addition to our viduals with dementia. “I am extremely community and will improve the quality of passionate about this topic since I know our residents’ lives,” she commented. how music can help bring joy to the lives In addition to her ongoing commitof those with dementia. I also know that ment to the Girl Scout program, Kristin is music has been scientifically proven to active in Elite and Chamber Choir at tap into memories that had otherwise Newsome High and is a member of their been forgotten,” Kristin noted. Kristin’s Cross Country Team. She also volunteers goal to utilize donated iPods and create her time to sing and play the piano at genre specific playlists for each iPod Hope Lutheran Church of Plant City. As came to fruition; she recently presented you might imagine, Kristin aspires to a the program to residents and staff at The career in music therapy or music educaBridges. tion.
camper to the largest motorhomes on the market,” said FRVTA’s Marketing Director David Kelly. “Not only do we have RVs on display, there will also be representatives from campgrounds, camping clubs, RV resorts, RV financing, RV insurance.” And, if you are not ready to buy, there also will be companies offering RV rentals. Participating RV dealers include Arrow RV, General RV, Gerzeny’s RV World, Lazydays RV and Tampa RV. “It is just fun to go look. It The Tampa Bay RV Show June 7-10 will offer every- is amazing all an RV can thing for everyone from beginners to seasoned RVers. have to offer,” said Michelle The 2018 Tampa Bay Summer RV McCormick, who attended the Tampa Show, the largest summer RV show, Bay Fall RV Show. sponsored by the Florida RV Trade There will be a DJ and daily enterAssociation (FRVTA) Region 7, is comtainment, plus bounce houses and ing to the Florida State Fairgrounds from face painting on Saturday and Sunday. Thursday, June 7-Sunday, June 10. Bring along your dog, as leashed dogs This is a great family event for those are permitted. who already own RVs, are looking to The Tampa Bay Summer RV buy or just want to see what RV life is all Show will be held at the Florida State about. Fairgrounds (use U.S. Hwy. 301 According to the Recreational entrance). Hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA), Thursday-Saturday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. shipments of RVs in 2017 were expecton Sunday. Admission is $4 and chiled to hit their highest in nearly four dren under 16 are admitted free. decades. The show will feature RV units Thursday is Senior Day - $1 off admison display representing the best manusion and First Responders get $1 off facturers and suppliers plus vendors admission every day. selling RV accessories and much more. For more details, call 813-741“This year’s show will have every0488 or visit www.frvtra.org where you thing from the smallest folding tent can download a coupon.
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Volume 16, Issue 5
GRCC Ribbon Cuttings Include New Orangetheory, Sunrise Homes & More
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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony For Orangetheory Fitness Riverview
A grand night for celebrating In March, Greater GRCC members was held in Riverview Chamber of March. It was invited, along with Commerce (GRCC) memGreater Brandon Chamber of bers were invited to celeCommerce, to perform a ribbon brate with new member, cutting ceremony for three valued Orangetheory Fitness members. The event took place at Riverview. Several Chamber The Chateau (Cater Tampa). Photo by Ed Booth, Huth and Booth Photography Photo courtesy of Debbie Kirkland, GRCC members along with the Foto Depot, owned by Ribbon Cutting Ceremony For Orangetheory Ribbon Cutting Celebrates Sunrise Homes’ BridgeWater Lawaysha Thomas, is a unique Orangetheory team and Fitness Riverview. Landing Community. their members showed up to mobile memory boutique that spepartake in the ribbon cutting ceremony cializes in creating smiles. It uses the latand learn just how an Orangetheory est in photo booth technology, where the class works. touch screen magic mirror mesmerizes During the event, Honorary Mayor of and entertains guests while creating memories that last a lifetime. Everyone Riverview Dr. Bryan Thatcher, Thatcher Properties, delivered a proclamation to at the event loved having their photo Orangetheory Fitness Riverview. In additaken and was able to take home a spetion to welcoming Hannah and her team cial memory from the evening. Cater Tampa, owned by Adam to GRCC, the proclamation named Harris, also put smiles on the many faces March 7, 2018 to be Orangetheory present by providing delicious catering Fitness Riverview Day. dishes. They were anxious to show the Orangetheory recently opened in Photo courtesy of Debbie Kirkland, Greater Riverview Chamber of CommerceTriple Ribbon Cutting for Foto Depot, Cater Tampa and Carole Gill. business owners/reps how they could Riverview and classes are going strong. The Orange Effect means that even after 55+ community. Enjoy clubhouse ameni- help to wow their clients and appreciate Ribbon Cutting Celebrates Sunrise their employees by providing them anyyou leave their studio you will continue to ties, world-class restaurants, shopping Homes’ BridgeWater Landing thing from a simple sandwich buffet to have increased energy, see visible results Community and nightlife, virtually outside of your door. decadent displays of tantalizing food. and burn more calories. Orangetheory Feel free to make a visit to this comSunrise Homes invited the public to Gill, formerly CRGill, Inc., was Carole feels that it has the best one hour, heartmunity and find out why BridgeWater view its new BridgeWater Landing celebrating a rebranding of her own comrate-based interval training workout proLanding might be the best place for your Community in Riverview in March. She was excited to let everyone in pany. gram in the nation. next home. BridgeWater Landing is locatSunrise Homes reps and local realtors on the changes she has put in place to To find out about the Orange Effect ed in the NW corner of Watson Road and were on hand to conduct a ribbon cutting improve their workplace performance. for yourself stop in for a tour. Bloomingdale Avenue, behind IHOP. ceremony to celebrate these new homes. For information on any of these terrifOrangetheory Fitness Riverview is locatYou can also check out many of the Bridgewater Landing is made up of ic businesses, visit www.fotodepot.me, ed at 10173 Big Bend Rd., Ste. 5 (next to single-family detached and attached floor plans at the Thornton’s at Lincoln Road). www.bridgewaterlanding.com or call 395- www.catertampa.com and www.carhomes and is located on Bloomingdale olegill.com or call the GRCC office at Call 607-564 or visit 2613. Avenue. It offers a maintenance-free, 234-5944. www.riverview.orangetheoryfitness.com. active adult lifestyle exclusively for the
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Children Can Be Safe, Well Fed And Learn To Swim At An Area YMCA This Summer
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season, the Y's Go for Green program provides free swim lessons to Y summer campers who are unable to pass the swim test. The campers will receive free swim lessons throughout the summer until they can pass the swim test and get a green wristband. Last summer, 1,465 YMCA summer campers received free Go for a Green swim lessons. YMCA Summer Camp offers youth fun and unique The Go for Green program is experiences with an opportunity to explore the out- one of the many drowning predoors, meet new friends, discover new interests and create memories that last a lifetime. To keep children vention strategies offered by the safe and healthy, the YMCA is offering free swim les- Tampa Metropolitan YMCA. sons and meals at each area YMCA. This is included in the summer camp experience at no extra While summer camp programs keep cost to the camper. children busy and engaged, children Director of Camping Services, Mark who are hungry simply cannot focus. Battig said, "Summer camp is an excelThat is why the Tampa Metropolitan lent way to ensure kids stay engaged YMCA is once again partnering with the socially, physically and academically Hillsborough County Public Schools to throughout the summer." Battig added, provide free breakfast and lunch to all "In Y Summer Camp, kids are in a welcampers 18 years old and younger. The coming environment where they can Summer Food Program runs from Tuesday, May 29 through Friday, August belong. They are building relationships, developing character and discovering 3. Meal times vary at each YMCA. their potential. We really encourage parChildren can receive breakfast, a ents to give their kids the gift of camp to nutritious snack and lunch. Last year, keep them active and engaged all sumthe Tampa Metropolitan YMCA served mer long." over 75,000 healthy meals and 300,000 The Y's summer camp is offered to nutritious snacks. An example of breakensure that children and teens in the fast is cereal, milk, cheese stick and Tampa area are given the opportunity to juice. An example of lunch is ham and be adventurous, active and healthy over cheese wrap with fruit and juice. the summer. In addition to the Summer Food For information, on the Y's summer Program, area YMCAs will once again camp programs, visit http://www.tamoffer the Y's Go for Green program. Since summer is synonymous with swim paymca.org/bestsummerever.
A 2000 East Bay only a few acoustic intelliHigh School graduate is gence specialists in the serving in the U.S. Navy Navy. Because the position with Commander, Task is so specialized and the Force 70, Destroyer extensive training and Squadron 15 (DESRON schooling that comes with 15). it, he is able to better train Senior Chief Petty other sonar techs in the Officer Andrew Marshall fleet. is a sonar technician “You make a difference (surface) forwardevery day,” said Deputy Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet deployed to Yokosuka, Joey Dodgen. “We are the Japan. most prepared, highly He is responsible East Bay High School graduate, and the most capatrained for operating surface Senior Chief Petty Officer Andrew Marshall, is a sonar technician (sur- ble force in the Indo Pacific. sonar and other oceanographic systems. face) deployed to Yokosuka, Japan. Our carriers, amphibious They operate surface ship underwater fire assault ships, aircraft and most importantly, our people, are ready today to face control systems for antisubmarine warregional challenges and lead our Navy’s fare. They perform organizational and forces in this theater, just as the officers intermediate maintenance on surface sonar equipment. and sailors of 7th Fleet have done for 75 “Growing up in a small town, there years. So thank you for all that you do.” was a sense of community," said As a member of one of the U.S. Marshall. "I always have an open mind to Navy’s most relied-upon assets, Marshall helping others and I’ve taken that smalland other sailors know they are part of a town mentality with me to the Navy, a legacy that will last beyond their lifetimes providing the Navy the nation needs. close-knit work environment.” “My favorite part about serving here Moments like that makes it worth is seeing the results of all the training and serving around the world ready at all hard work pay off," said Marshall. "Being times to defend America’s interests. With deployed here is a different cultural expemore than 50 percent of the world's shiprience and great for the family.” ping tonnage and a third of the world's Seventh Fleet, which is celebrating crude oil passing through the region, the its 75th year in 2018, spans more than United States has historic and enduring interests in this part of the world. The 124 million square kilometers, stretching Navy's presence in Yokosuka is part of from the International Date Line to the that long-standing commitment, explained India/Pakistan border; and from the Kuril Navy officials. Islands in the North to the Antarctic in the Marshall is also proud of being one of South.
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Volume 16, Issue 5
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A thing like this. nearly The area is 15,000 sq. underserved.” ft. boat-up “I think it restaurant is awesome,” on the commented Alafia Juanita Wild of River is Riverview, soon to who has been be a realiSite clearing begins in May for to the ty for Boathouse. “It the Tiki Docks, a nearly 15,000-sq.-ft. boat up restau- will give us Riverview rant and bar on the Alafia residents. more choices River. Site conon the river to struction for Tiki Docks is expected to eat and hang out and enjoy the beautiful begin in late May, according to 23 Alafia River and Florida atmosphere.” Restaurant Services president Marc While site plans have been Brown. approved by the county, building and “We are always looking for good dock plans are still being finalized. He waterfront property, based on the locareported that he anticipates there will be tion and we had the opportunity to buy seating for about 350-375 and about this piece and jumped on it,” said Brown, 230 parking spaces. Brown noted that who noted that 23 Restaurant Services the property is only accessible off of is the same group that owns Ford’s Palmetto Street and the group does not Garage, Yoeman’s Cask & Lion and the have final traffic plans. The entire projBoathouse in Cape Coral, another boatect is has a budget of about $7.5 milup, waterfront restaurant. lion. Situated on 4.25 acres on the corner He added that in addition to the of U.S. Hwy. 301 and Palmetto Street, restaurant and bars, ultimately, Tiki the full-service restaurant and bar will Docks will offer Jet Ski, jet boat and offer island-themed food and full-liquor paddle board rentals. bars inside and outside where there will Whether guests come by boat or by be a large patio. Brown said the menu car, Brown noted, “This will be a fun, will feature seafood, peel and eat shrimp, cool place to hang out and spend the fresh oysters, pineapple and watermelday.” on-themed dishes as well as burgers The anticipated opening of Tiki and other items. Docks is November or December of “We are really excited about the 2018. Riverview community,” said Brown. For information, visit www.23restau“Residents have been looking for somerants.com.
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Jewel’s First Aid Comes To You To Offer Life Saving CPR Certification Class
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Riverview resident Julie Tyson wants to teach you how to save a life. Tyson, who served in the National Guard for six years and has 10 years experience in law enforcement, and her husband, own Jewel’s First Aid, CPR and Safety, offering classes in Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR, use of an AED, Blood Borne Pathogens (BBG) and first aid. Members of The Osprey Observer team recently learning “Throughout both of life saving CPR skills from Riverview resident Julie Tyson of Jewel’s First Aid, CPR and Safety. our adult lives we’ve continuously trained in Combat Life Saver and teenagers and believes that even chilCPR, courses,” said Tyson, who has a dren can be exposed to CPR training. three-year-old daughter. “With our many “The wonderful thing about CPR is years of training, and this is something that there is no minimum age to learn it,” that we are very passionate about, we she said. “It is based on competency knew we had a skill that we wanted to and each student will need to perform share with people.” the skills appropriately to obtain a certifiClasses are taught from the cation.” American Heart Association, EMS During a recent class for Osprey Safety, Medic First Aid and American Observer team members, Tyson told Safety and Health Institute curriculum attendees that four out of five cardiac and are typically three to four hours arrests happen in the home. She uses long. Although the business is based in this fact and the large number of homes Riverview, Tyson will travel throughout with pools in the area to encourage resithe area to offer trainings to groups dents to take the importance of learning ranging in size from one to 24 people. CPR seriously. She feels it can be a great team build“CPR training has changed over the ing event for offices and groups. years, so it was wonderful to have a “We believe that everyone should great instructor take the time to answer know CPR,” said Tyson. “Our military all of our questions with her years of and first responder background allows experience,” said Osprey Observer us to give you a different perspective Engagement Coordinator Rachael and it allows us to show you that anyAndrews. “I learned so much and feel one can do CPR. You don’t have to be ready to jump in and help with infant, a nurse or doctor, you just have to be child and adult CPR and even how to willing to learn the skills so that you are use an AED machine.” better prepared and confident to act For more information on Jewel’s if/when you are presented with a situaFirst Aid, CPR and Safety, call (208) 631tion.” 0176 or visit www.jewelssafety.com. Tyson also teaches classes to
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Volume 16, Issue 5
Time To Review Insurance Policies & Find New Relief From Hurricane Deductibles
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It seems like only yesterday that Hurricane Irma roared across Florida, causing billions of dollars in property damages, but the weather anomaly occurred more than seven months ago. One look at a calendar reminds us that the June 1st start date of the 2018 hurricane season will quickly be upon us. This is the perfect time to review insurance policies to understand what is covered, and filling in any gaps. To assist homeowners with this, a Florida Department of Financial Services has published report detailing Florida law as it relates to when the hurricane deductible applies, for what duration and how many can be applied in a calendar year. Hurricane deductibles are typically set at 2%, 5% or 10% of the amount of insurance covering the dwelling at the time of loss. Even though homeowners are only required to pay one hurricane deductible within the calendar year, provided you are insured with the same insurance company or group of companies for the second or subsequent hurricanes during the same calendar year, that amount can drain a savings account. For example, homeowners with a $400,000 policy with a 2% hurricane
The community Torres, “This is the of Winthrop in feeling Judy would Riverview is always like to capture for abuzz with activity. everyone who disIf you have been plays and shares there recently, you their talents at will have seen sevAdelante.” eral refurbished Bonce and Airstreams situated Torres have big along Winthrop plans for Adelante. Main Street near They want to begin Adelante, the newest addition to the the Winthrop Arts hosting Front Porch Winthrop Airstream Market, is open on most weekends. Art Factory. Fridays in June. The Airstreams house several busiThey will offer a light snack created by nesses. The most recent addition is local women. They will be constantly Adelante which literally translates into go moving and restaging the space so that it ahead, move forward and welcome. is never the same when customers come Adelante is a beautifully hand-curated back. shop which features fashion, inspirational Both Bonce and Torres work at home décor and revitalized furniture Reddick Elementary in Wimauma. Bonce pieces. is the Migrant Advocate and Torres runs Adelante, which opened in April, is an afterschool program. “The people we owned and operated by Judy Bonce and work with are our inspiration.” This Mary Torres, the featured artist. Bonce includes not only the migrant families but and Torres want Adelante to be a place fellow teachers and staff at the school. where other women, who have the entreThe concept for the Airstream Market preneurial spirit and are artisans, can as it is called at Winthrop comes from showcase their creations. “You can be a Winthrop Founder, John Sullivan. “The part of making your dreams come true,” purpose of the Airstreams is to encourage said Torres. Bonce added, “Women can entrepreneur enterprises that are small come and enjoy being here and leave and upcoming. This gives them a chance with inspiration and a dose of happiness to try a product or service at an affordable and hope.” lease price.” Sullivan added, “Ultimately, The name for the shiny silver little we want the Airstream Market to generate shop comes from Bonce’s mother whose revenue that will support the arts at name is Adelaida. When Bonce was Winthrop.” young, she would sit on the family’s front Please follow them on porch surrounded by talented and caring Facebook@adelanteforwardWinthrop. women. They would make dresses For more information on Winthrop, please uniquely created for her. According to visit www.winthropusa.com.
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the latest twist in the long-running BBC sci-fi series should provide plenty of fresh ideas. Artists of all ages are invited to apply for an exhibition and competition that are part of the kickoff event for the library’s 2018 Summer Reading program. Dubbed Day of the Doctor, the kickoff is a tribute to the series that features the time-traveling adventures of an immortal alien – who for the first time in the series’ 54-year history has been regenerated as a woman. Applications for the fan art contest will be accepted through Friday, May 25. Artwork accepted into the exhibition will be displayed at the John F. Germany Public Library in downtown Tampa from June 2-9. To apply, artists should: Submit one example of the kind and style of artwork they intend to exhibit. Include a cover letter highlighting brief biographical information and other interesting information about the artist or artwork. Note the exact size and composition of the artwork to be entered. Mail submissions with digital images on a CD to: John F. Germany Public Library, Attn: Jennifer Brown, 900 N. Ashley Drive, Tampa, FL 33602, or via email to libraryprogramming@hillsboroughcounty.org. Contest/Exhibition Guidelines This contest/exhibition is open to artists of all ages.
Irrigation, Art In The Library, Support Groups & More... Compiled by Michelle Colesanti, michelle@ospreyobserver.com
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Spring is the driest season in Central Florida. Having your irrigation system serviced can save you money and conserve water. In Hillsborough County, a licensed irrigation contractor or plumber is necessary to perform most types of work on your irrigation system. Permits are required for the alteration, replacement or relocation of any standpipe or water supply. If you pull a permit, you will receive a final inspection by the County. Call Development Services at 272-5600 for permit or licensing questions. If you are a high water user and would like to see if you qualify for a free irrigation evaluation, call Paula Staples, Public Education Program Coordinator at 744-5519 Ext. 54142.
Call For ‘Doctor Who’ Fan Art in the Library
The Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library system is issuing its annual call to artists to submit ‘Doctor Who’ fan art for a chance to win prizes – and
and Bubbles comes to life in this brand-new 4-D Experience® filled with music, fun and everyone’s favorite citizens of the sea! The 12-minute show was custom created to maximize the special effects of the 4-D Theater and deliver a never-before-seen storyline featuring the Splash and Bubbles: 4-D Undersea Adventure now show- series’ endearing and humorous characters. This ing at The Florida Aquarium. ocean-themed familyThe artwork will be exhibited at the friendly adventure will encourage chilJohn F. Germany Public Library for one to explore the natural undersea dren week with no fee to the artist. world with a focus on interconnectedThe artist must bring artwork ready ness, biodiversity and the importance of to hang on designated wall space at a ocean conservation. mutually agreed upon date and time. The Florida Aquarium is located at A contest will be held on Saturday, Channelside Dr. in Tampa. Visit 701 June 9 during the Day of the https://www.flaquarium.org/4-D. Doctor event, and prizes will be awarded. Hawthorne Hosts Parkinson’s The exhibition, its publicity (includDisease Support Group ing exhibit photos), placement and Health & Rehabilitation Hawthorne inclusion of artwork, and exhibition Center hosts a monthly support group duration rests entirely with Tampafor those diagnosed with Parkinson’s Hillsborough County Public Libraries. Disease and caregivers on the third For more information, contact of every month. Thursday Jennifer Brown, Library Services, at A variety of speakers will provide 273-3652 or libraryprogramming@hillsinformation on topics relating to swalboroughcounty.org. lowing, balance, walking, speaking, mobility, exercise, self-care, cognition, Dive Into The All-New Splash And and memory, all of which can be Bubbles: 4-D Undersea Adventure by Parkinson’s Disease. impacted Put your fins together for the allHawthorne Health & Rehabilitation new Splash and Bubbles: 4-D Center, located at 851 W. Lumsden Rd. Undersea Adventure, premieredg at in Brandon, is a skilled nursing facility The Florida Aquarium, Friday, April 6. inpatient and outpatient rehabilitawith This special run lasts through Thursday, tion programs including speech, physiMay 17, in the 4-Ducks Theater and and occupational therapies. cal promises an undersea adventure like For more information or to register, no other. Plus, it is free with Aquarium call 661-8998 Monday-Friday from 9 admission. a.m.-5 p.m. The hit PBS KIDS series Splash
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Volunteers Sought, Food Drive & More… Compiled by Michelle Colesanti, michelle@ospreyobserver.com
Public Invited To Pigs In The Parking Lot BBQ, Beer & Blues Festival
South Shore Chamber of Commerce presents its ninth annual Pigs in the Parking Lot BBQ, Beer & Blues Festival and Business Expo on Friday, May 18 from 5-10 p.m. It will take place at the Mira Bay Winn Dixie Plaza, located at 137 Harbor Village Plaza in Apollo Beach.
Mary & Martha House Looking For Volunteers
The Thrift Store and the Rose Boutique at Mary & Martha House in Ruskin are looking for volunteers. No big time commitments are necessary; any amount of time you can donate is appreciated. Students looking for Bright Futures and community service hours are also welcome. We have opportunities in both retail locations as well as help with special events. Come join us and we will put your talents to work. Mary & Martha House in Ruskin, is a residential shelter facility providing emergency and transitional housing and support services to victims of domestic violence, homeless women and their children throughout Hillsborough County. For more information call Mary & Martha House at 645-7874.
Riverview Garden Club Will Host Expert Monarch Butterfly Speaker
The Riverview Garden Club will host guest speaker Lynn Barber, who is an expert on Monarch Butterflies. It will take place on Wednesday, June 13 at the
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items on behalf of Tampa Bay Food Pantries. Residents are encouraged to place bagged, non-perishable grocery items next to their mailboxes on the morning of May 12. All items will be picked up by the postal carrier and delivered directly to ECHO. Participating Post Offices include Seffner, Brandon, Valrico, and Riverview. ECHO is also in need of volunteers to sort over 25.000 pounds of food. Volunteers must be 14 years of age or older. Please contact Myriam Lugo: myriam@echofl.org for open volunteer shifts. “This postal food drive is one of the largest events where we receive generous donations of food. Last year we received 20,678.83 lbs. of food. By helping with this event, you are aiding us in gearing up for our second location. Stay tuned for more details on our Riverview location to take an active part in ending hunger.” Myriam Lugo, ECHO Center Director For questions: events@echofl.org.
Charity Golf Outing At TopGolf Will Support Freedom To Walk Foundation
Freedom to Walk Foundation is hosting a charity golf outing at TopGolf Tampa, 10690 Palm River Rd., on Thursday, May 24 Summerfield Ladies Club will hold a picnic at Alafia State Park on Thursday, May 31 at 11 from 6-10 p.m. a.m. Join in the golf, food, rafSun City Center Area Chamber fles, prizes and fun to help a child to of Commerce, located at 1651 Sun City walk. No golfing ability? No problem. Plaza on Monday, May 21 at Center Topgolf is a game for all ages. Score 2:30 p.m. points by hitting There will be a raffle drawing, and micro-chipped golf snacks. Please RSVP to Glenna Tanner balls at giant dartat 404-388-5713 or Dorothy Komlanc at board-like targets on Visit www.glennaon708-698-8631. an outfield. The closthego.com. er you get your ball to the center or Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive ‘bullseye’ and the On Saturday, May 12, the local post further the distance, will collect nonperishable food offices the more points earned. If you are seriFREE ESTIMATES for both Landscaping and Lawn Care! ous about dominating the competition or Service Includes: just want to show off your golf fling, you Established Since 2002 We also offer: • Mowing can bring your own clubs. Landscape Design • Trimming and Mark Johnson to Speak at SAR • Edging Installation Luncheon • Weeding of the flower beds Licensed & Insured The South Shore Sons • Blowing off all surfaces of the American Revolution NICOLE@GREENLIZARDLAWNS.COM • Trimming of shrubbery Military Discounts will host a luncheon on WWW.GREENLIZARDLAWNS.COM Saturday, May 12 at the Plaza Club, 3932 Upper Creek Dr. in Sun City Center. Social Time will begin at 11:30 a.m. and Buffet at 12 Noon. The buffet will be prepared by the Freedom Plaza Catering Service. The cost is $15. The speaker will be Mark Johnson. His topic will be Amelia Earhart, known to be the first woman to fly across the Atlantic Ocean. For reservations, call Chip Churchill at 633-7654.
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Florida Orchestra’s Fantastic Finale For 50th Anniversary
By Kelly Smith
This is your last in style with a free chance to join The concert on Florida Orchestra’s Mother’s Day. 50th birthday celeBring the whole bration at its season family to check out finale concerts. And the 23-acre park what a season it’s and enjoy free been, from symphonic, Beethoven to Star Broadway and Wars to a gala conmovie music cert with Sting. It’s under the stars. not over yet. Food trucks with Tchaikovsky’s beer and wine will Symphony No. 4 be on site. There (Friday to Sunday, will be a fireworks Bradenton resident James Ehnes, worldMay 4-6): Michael finale. class violinist, will perform a violin concerto Francis leads Beethoven’s written for him by James Newton Howard, an Tchaikovsky’s explo- eight-time Oscar nominated film composer Pastoral known for The Hunger Games, Pretty sive Symphony No. Symphony (Friday Woman, The Dark Knight and more. 4. World-class violinto Sunday, May ist and Bradenton resident James Ehnes 18-20): Michael Francis leads the orchesperforms a violin concerto written for him tra on a playful, slightly rainy ride through by James Newton Howard, an eight-time the countryside in Beethoven’s Oscar nominated film composer known Symphony No. 6. Javier Perianes returns for The Hunger Games, Pretty Woman, to perform Brahms’ gorgeous and The Dark Knight and more. Free demanding Piano Concerto No. 2. Classical Kids tickets available in Patriotic Salute (May 25-26): In honor advance for this and all Tampa Bay Times of Memorial Day, the orchestra salutes Masterworks concerts. the American spirit, with music from The Music of Michael Jackson America’s greatest popular composers, (Friday, May 11): Acclaimed vocalist from John Philip Sousa to John Williams. James Delisco performs the King of Jeff Tyzik conducts. Part of the Raymond Pop’s mega hits, including Thriller, Man in James Pops series. the Mirror, Billie Jean, Beat It and many The Florida Orchestra performs regumore. Brent Havens conducts a full rock larly at the Straz Center in Tampa, band with the orchestra. Tickets start at Mahaffey in St. Petersburg and Ruth $35. Eckerd Hall in Clearwater. Tickets to most Free Pops in the Park (Sunday, May concerts start at $15 and are available at 13): TFO will help open Tampa’s floridaorchestra.org or 727-892-3337 revamped Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park and 1-800-662-7286.
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Tampa Warriors Take To The Ice
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and educational purposes, for those wounded in defense of the United States. The program’s mission is to organize and administer an ice hockey program that provides a recreational, therapeutic experience and education. The program eduTampa Warriors which is a chapter of the USA Warriors Ice trains, moticates, Hockey Program, a non-profit organized for educational purposvates, and encoures, for those wounded in defense of the United States. ages the formation of There’s an old sports saying that USA Warrior Hockey Programs locally says, “To play the game is good, to win is and nationally while encouraging individubetter, but to love the game is the best of als who have physical disabilities incurred all.” Josh Schichtl can relate to this stateduring service to the United States to parment because he’s had a life-long love of ticipate in the sport of ice hockey in an hockey. “I’ve been playing hockey off and environment that is adapted to the level on my whole life but regularly the last 10 of their ability. years,” Schichtl said. “I’ve been involved “We now have an affiliation with the with the USA Warriors Ice Hockey Tampa Bay Lightning and with their guidProgram for close to 10 years. My friend ance we have created a Tampa Bay Charles Ehm and I started the Tampa Service League, also called the Heroes Warriors this past November. I’m the League,” Schichtl said. “It includes our team director and captain.” In addition to team, the Tampa Police Department, being a hockey player, Schichtl served in Hillsborough Fire Department and Tampa the Army for 12 years and was deployed Fire Department. We are looking to to Iraq three times. “I’m medically retired branch out and find others in the area after being wounded by a roadside bomb that we consider heroes, such as doctors, where I lost my right eye and a part of my nurses and teachers and then form upper and lower jaw,” Schichtl said. teams with each.” The USA Warriors Ice Hockey Schichtl hopes his team can be there Program is headquartered in Washington for other Veterans in the community. “Our D.C. but Schichtl is a FishHawk resident biggest hope is that we are able to continand runs the Tampa Warriors which is a ue to help fellow veterans,” Schichtl said. chapter of the USA Warriors Ice Hockey For info, visit www.usawarriorshockProgram. The USA Warriors Ice Hockey ey.org, or email Schichtl at Program is a non-profit that was organJSchichtl@USAWarriorsHockey.org. ized to operate exclusively for charitable Dr. Amir Boules
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Tampa’s Food Scene Welcomes Armature Works & The Hall On Franklin
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shop for up to 30 people Over the last few complete with a full cooking decades, Tampa has been demonstration kitchen, event transformed from a business spaces, a spacious outdoor centric downtown that closed terrace. There are additional at 5 p.m. to one that is filled spaces planned as the with excitement, entertainHeights Public Market conment and great food. The tinues to grow. most recent and exciting The Heights Public additions to Tampa’s culinary Market is housed in the scene are the Hall on Armature Works which dates Franklin and the Heights back to 1910 when it was Public Market. the storage and mainteThe Hall on Franklin is a facility for Tampa nance European inspired specialty Electric’s Streetcars. food hall located at 1701 N. Chrissy Nieves, a resFranklin St. The Hall on ident of Winthrop in Franklin features seven is a well-travRiverview diverse cuisines under one elled foodie who has visitroom with sit down service. both spaces. Nieves ed Try a hand-crafted cocktail said, “I love both places. from The Collection or grab We like to go to the Hall a coffee or tea from Kofe on Franklin for date night. and then walk around the It is more upscale and hall and see what whets more like a fine dining your palette. You can select restaurant.” Nieves from Asian street food at added, “The concept North Star Eatery, seafood allows young chefs to from Heights Fish Market, a have a restaurant of their The Hall on Franklin (L) is a lively, diverse full-service food hall located in Tampa’s first suburb, “The Heights.” The melty sandwich from Heights Public Market (R ) is a fabulous food hall that has something for everyone and is located in the beautifully renoown.” Heights Melts, breakfast all vated Armature Works. Nieves said of the day from Bake’n Babes, or Heights Public Market. The vendors Just Height Public Market, “The Heights signature bowls from Poke Rose. here include outposts of some of a few miles away, sits the Heights Public Market has a little bit of everyThe concept of the Hall on Franklin Tampa’s most celebrated restaurants Public Market at the restored Armature You can grab a coffee or a full thing. is unique. Not only can you enjoy great such as Ichicora Imoto, Ava and Cru Works located at 1910 N. Ola Ave. The meal. They also have co-working food and drink, but you can also purCellars. Steelbach is a new full service Heights Public Market is situated in spaces so this is a great place to come chase the leather sofa you have southern inspired kitchen and chop22,000 sq. ft. of open industrial market with friends or even by yourself.” For enjoyed sitting on or the beautiful chanhouse. space featuring an open floor plan with info on the Hall on Franklin, visit delier lighting the space. The Hall on In addition to the restaurants and communal dining. www.thehallonfranklin.com. For the Franklin has free WiFi and remote workpop ups such as Empamamas, there is There are currently 16 dining Heights Public Market, visit www.armaspaces. An outdoor terrace is in the a Show and Tell entertainment workoptions with more on the way at the tureworks.com. planning stages.
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Would you tions, in addition to know what to telling attendees what do when faced not to do in the event with an active of an active shooter. shooter situaClasses are tailored to tion? Retired fit the group and Hillsborough include information County Sheriff’s from the FBI and the Office (HCSO) Department of officers Ron Homeland Security. Hartley and SouthShore Andy Ross Chamber of recently helped Commerce Executive a group of Director Melanie members from Retired Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Officers Rimes attended the the SouthShore training. Ron Hartley and Andy Ross offer Active Shooter Training classes through their busiChamber of “In light of recent ness Innovative Training and Consulting. Commerce events in our country, develop a plan for that and other emerthis information is extremely important gency situations and, through their busiand it gives you the tools you need to ness, Innovative Training and Consulting, know to avoid further danger,” said they hope to reach many more residents. Rimes. “We will keep offering this course Hartley and Ross offer Active through our Diversity Team for as long as Shooter Training courses using their law we need to.” enforcement experience and extensive In addition to offering classes to busiresearch on the subject to help residents nesses, groups, churches and private prepare plans for what to do when faced schools, Innovative Training and with a nightmare situation. Consulting also put together threat “We work on the philosophy that you assessment plans for businesses. are as safe as you make yourself,” said Classes also cover personal safety, workHartley, who retired as a Colonel with the place violence and gun safety. HCSO after 40 years of service. “If we “We hope to empower people to take can give people a better chance of being a proactive approach to their own safety,” prepared when something tragic happens said Ross, who served as Deputy Chief and make them aware of what is going of Police at Tampa International Airport on around them, we are doing our job.” after retiring as a Captain following 30 The training focuses on making peoyears with HCSO. For more information ple safer by raising awareness and cover- on Innovative Training and Consulting, ing the psychological and physiological visit www.ITCFlorida.com or call 988responses people have to stressful situa7765.
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NFL Players Bring Charity & Friends To Visit Kids At Brandon Regional
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can come back and have a platform, I think you should always use it and be a part of the community, and let everybody know that if you believe in yourself, you can do anything that you want to.” According to the website, the DRC Foundation provides opportunities to disadvantaged youth through proPhotos Courtesy of Nancy Nahas grams and Corey Coleman interacting events that with a young fan at Brandon Hospital. address the Dominique Rodgerseducational Cromartie, former New York needs, Giants cornerback, visited social eleBrandon Regional Hospital on ments, and April 7 to spend time with kids economic in the hospital. He and a few Shaquill (right) and Shaquem Griffin hardship of partaking in fun activities. of his NFL friends joined the young peochildren in doing artwork and visiting with ple in underserved communities. them. Rodgers-Cromartie said he wanted The former NFL 1st-round pick has a to celebrate his 32nd birthday by doing scholarship fund which awards a scholarsomething meaningful for the community. ship to a student-athlete from the He played football at Lakewood Ranch Bradenton area. He also partakes in sevHigh School in Bradenton and later went eral other programs that help underprivion to play college football at Tennessee leged youth, such as his Holiday Program State. and the Dreambuilders program that proPlayers that were a part of the festivi- vides essential nutrition to kids in need in ties include Browns wide receiver Corey the New York City area, and it also supColeman, Ravens safety Anthony Levine, ports the St. Jude’s Research Hospital, Cowboys defensive end Damontre’ and its efforts to find cures and save chilMoore and twin brothers, UCF standout dren with cancer. Shaquem Griffin and Seahawks cornerAn 11-year NFL veteran, Rodgersback Shaquill Griffin. Cromartie is currently a free agent and Rodgers-Cromartie also put together wants to sign with another team to contina celebrity basketball tournament in ue playing in the NFL. For more informaPalmetto to raise money for his charity, tion, or if you would like to donate to his the DRC Foundation. “It means a lot,” cause, you can visit his website at said Rodgers-Cromartie. “Any time you DRCFoundation.org.
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Library Hosts Comic Fans And More At Convention
County Offers Easy Online Reservation System For Park Amenities
Calling all well.” super hero fans. Events at this The SouthShore year’s convention Regional Library is will include a once again hosting superhero story Tampa Bay LibCon time with Wonder this year celebratWoman and ing comic books, Super Girl, a anime, manga, scivideo game tourfi, fantasy and the nament, an world of fandom author panel featuring Kat with a free, familyHeckenbach, friendly super hero Stefani Seoul, themed convention. The event, tak- The ShoreShore Regional Library in Ruskin is Amy Christine one of two locations hosting LibCon on Parker and Elise ing place at both Saturday, May 12. Kova, workshops, including a comic book SouthShore and Jimmie B. Keel workshop with Tim Gibbons, and child, Regional Library in Carrollwood on teen and adult cosplay contests. Saturday, May 12 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m., In addition, featured guests will has a full line up of activities and speakinclude Logan Eickmeier with Special FX ers that should appeal to the family. Make-Up and Wagner Events with air“We are so excited to host this event brush face painting and balloon twisting. again,” said SouthShore Administrative The Lennard High School Robotics group Librarian, Cheryl Wolfe. “The first year, will perform a robotics demonstration and LibCon was only offered in Carrollwood. They had a very successful event with a the Florida Chalk Association will host a fantastic amount of community enthusichalk art mini workshop and contest. The asm so we expanded the event last year full line up will be available closer to the to two library locations in order to make it date at www.hcplc.org/libcon. more convenient for interested attendees Local artists of all ages are invited to throughout Hillsborough County.” submit fan art for competition related to the LibCon event. Art work accepted to According to Wolfe, last year more the exhibition will be displayed at the than 400 people attended the event at library’s Crawford Exhibit Gallery from the SouthShore Library alone. May 1 until June 23. The art show is “We had several dedicated attenfunded by the Friends of the SouthShore dees who participated in LibCon events Library. at both libraries last year,” said Wolfe. SouthShore Regional Library is locat“Some spent the morning at SouthShore ed at 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin then headed to Jimmie B. Keel for the and can be reached at 273-3652. afternoon and the opposite was true as
With summer and sand volleyapproaching, many ball courts, horsefamilies are thinking shoe pits and about reunions, group swimming areas. BBQs and wedding It is important to and baby showers. It read the informais not always easy to tion and park find the perfect locarules for the spetion to host these cific shelter choevents, but sen before Plant City’s Edward Medard Park has 10 Hillsborough County reserving. shelters and many activities and is Parks and The county conveniently located to the Brandon area. Recreation can come to the rescue with also offers indoor meeting rooms with 80 different indoor multipurpose rooms tables and chairs at various locations for and outdoor shelters available to rent resident rental. Some rooms require up throughout the area, each offering differto two weeks advance notice for reservaent amenities and most with easy on-line tions and costs range from $85.60 an reservations. hour for a small capacity room, for up to Many of the facilities, from picnic 100 people, to $149.80 for an extra large shelters at county parks with grills, elecroom which can hold more than 250 peotric hook-ups and close restrooms, to ple. indoor meeting rooms with tables and According to Hillsborough County’s chairs seating hundreds of people, are Senior Special Event Coordinator Dana available to rent at reasonable prices only McDonald, the Brandon Recreation a short drive from the Brandon area. Center is one that can easily accommoFees for the outdoor picnic shelters date 300-350 people. at Medard, and other locations through“We have several people say they out the county, are dependent on capacilove using the rec center for family ty, starting at $42.80 a day for the small reunions and graduations because it is 30-person shelters and ranging to centrally located and easy for family and $240.75 for the extra large shelters that fit friends to get to,” said McDonald. “There up to 150 people. All shelter rentals must are outdoor areas with a playground, tenbe made at least three business days in nis courts and sand volleyball, which is advance of the event and all rentals unique to the park.” require payment at the time of reservaVisit www.hcflgov.net/Parks. In pertion. Different parks have different ameni- son reservations can be made at All ties and different rules. Some allow People’s Life Center in Tampa and the bounce houses from approved vendors Branchton Office in Thonotosassa. Email and some parks offer facilities such as Recreation_Admin@hcflgov.net or call playgrounds, volleyball nets, basketball 272-5900.
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Be Happy Boutique Now Offering Online
At Be Happy Boutique shopping for mom is fun and easy. It offers personalized service and assists you in finding the perfect gift. There are lots of great selections of gifts, candles, apparel and jewelry, just to name a few. Give her the gift to shop with a gift certificate. Now you can shop online at www.behappyboutique.com. Be Happy Boutique is located at 11369 Big Bend Rd. in Riverview. Call 677-2300.
Apollo Beach Fetches New Luxury Pet Resort And Animal Hospital Residents in Apollo Beach have a new animal hospital and upscale petboarding facility thanks to two Tampa Bay area veterinary professionals, who are well-known throughout the veterinary community. Family Animal Hospital features four private exam rooms, state-ofthe-art surgical suite, cutting-edge treatment options like laser therapy and acupuncture, and offers internal medicine consultations, when need-
ed, by a board-certified veterinary internal medicine specialist. According to Veterinarian Dr. Anna Bannon, founder and owner of Family Animal Hospital, one of her primary reasons for opening this hospital was to offer pet parents truly personalized medicine for their pets, based on their pets’ unique individual needs. “We focus on the needs of the individual pet, and we don’t apply a one-size-fitsall attitude towards anything,” said Bannon. “Whether it’s vaccines or a surgical protocol, we always tailor to fit the individualized needs of that pet.” Family Animal Hospital is open seven days a week from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Call 512-7336 or visit www.FamilyAnimalHospitalFL.com. Rowdy’s Pet Resort offers doggy
anniversary, or are you just looking to invest in yourself? Dr. Rich Castellano is an artist and an awardwinning double board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon. He is currently the #1 Bellafill facial filler injector in the United States, and he has performed or 3,500 Dr. Rich Castellano, daycare and pet facelifts under local anesboarding with luxury Board-certified facial plastic and thesia. Before you have a reconstructive surgeon. amenities. The resort facelift or filler injection, features an outdoor play area, airmake sure you meet Dr. Rich. conditioned indoor playrooms, comfy You are invited to a Facial Beauty pet-friendly couches, beds and toys. Social Mixer Seminar on Thursday, At night, each pet will have their own May 10 at 1 p.m. at the River Hills suite with a raised bed and plush Country Club, 3943 New River Hills blanket. Several suites also include Pkwy. in Valrico. Lunch will be personal televisions for the occuserved. There will be a Grand Prize pants and come with window views. raffle up to $1200 value. Call 888Larger suites are available. 875-3223 as seating is limited. Rowdy’s Pet Resort and Family ImageLift is located at 3314 Animal Hospital is open seven days a Henderson Blvd., Ste. 201 in Tampa. week and located at 13141 Kings Hours are Monday to Friday from 9 Lake Dr. in Gibsonton. Located near a.m.-5 p.m. Call 463-9245. I-75 and Big Bend Road, it is easily Visit www.ImageLift.com or accessible from Apollo Beach, Facebook.com/ImageLift. Riverview, Gibsonton, Ruskin and Sun City Center. Seminar Hosted By Angeloni Tax
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HCC campus at the Regent on Tuesday, May 22 and Thursday, May 31 at 6 p.m. (promptly) to help you with these decisions. Plan to be there by 5:45 p.m. This seminar is perfect for people ranging from 58-67 years old. At this seminar you will learn some of the unknown strategies and principles behind the proper timing of taking your Social Security benefits. The HCC campus at the Regent is located at 6437 Watson Rd. in Riverview. Call 6267575 to make reservations. Leave a message after 4:30 p.m.
Tea Bowls And Desserts LLC (TBD@301) Opens In Riverview
Tea Bowls and Desserts LLC (TBD@301), located at 3840 US Hwy., 301 in Riverview, is a quick service café providing freshlybrewed tea, desserts and quick lunches. The café offers Asian fusion selections including Filipino and Mediterranean cuisines. Tea will be brewed as you order. According to owers Jerwin and Jan and Paolo Rosal, being able to educate through the business model and interior is an add-on. The cafe has a tea wall where first time goers and tea drinkers can smell and experience the tea blends before they order, know the caffeine levels and compliment it with desserts that feature the signature flavor, Butterscotch Dream. The used tea leaves are not being tossed straight to the dumpsters. Instead, they are reused as deodorizers. Team TBD@301 is committed to support and build relationships in the community through sourcing quality products. Enjoy free board games for kids and families to enjoy. Rooted in the spirit of giving back, Team TBD@301 is constantly making efforts to implement ways to contribute to a better community. For
every cup sold, five cents goes to local non-profit organization G3 Life Applications (g3lifeapps.org) to fund projects year round. Hours are Monday to Thursday from 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. It is closed on Sunday. Call 420-0013 or visit tbdcafe.com, or TBDcafe on Facebook.
Women’s Health & Wellness Adds New Member To Its Team
Marian A. Sampson, M.D. was recently introduced as the newest member of the Women’s Health & Wellness team. She sees patients in both the Brandon and Riverview offices. Dr. Sampson, originally from Mississippi, completed her OB/GYN Residency at Bayfront in St. Petersburg. She brings 12 years of OB/GYN experience to the practice. The dedicated staff at Women’s Health & Wellness is transforming women’s health care with a personal approach that starts well before childbirth and embraces the total you. Women’s Health & Wellness uses advanced medical technology, and a caring support staff at both locations will help you achieve your most important and urgent needs. Many health plans accepted. Hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. with lunch 12 Noon-1:30 p.m. Women’s Health & Wellness is located at 815 S. Parsons Ave. in Brandon and 13148 Vail Ridge Dr. in Riverview. Call 571-2777 to schedule your appointment. Visit https://whnw.net/.
Technology Win! Offers Presentations And Workshops
Educational technology consultants Henry and Julie Burroughs are offering professional development presentations and workshops for educators this summer. These hourlong events are designed to improve your #EdTech skills such as Twitter for #PD and 3D printing, laser cutting and robots in the classroom. All events take place in the training lab
Delia Bora receives AT&T President’s Volunteer Service Award for more than 200 hours of volunteer time in 2017.
of the Technology WIN! office at 3439 Brook Crossing Dr. in Brandon. Technology WIN! is an educational technology consulting company dedicated to helping members of the educational community maximize the
by drunk-driving crashes, support law enforcement heroes and work with state and local legislators regarding current, new and future laws for DUI offenders. River Oaks Treatment Center is new to Riverview and provides a compassionate, comprehensive, and quality recovery experience for adults who are battling substance addiction and cooccurring mental health disorders. The programs focus on empowering clients with hope for recovery by looking at the totality of the person – spirituality, mindset, and physical well-being. Visit http://RiverOaksTreatment.com or call 605-3974.
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Alliance Group Encourages Parents To Fight To Fund Public Education Last month, Hillsborough County Public School (HCPS) parents received messages from Superintendent Jeff Eakins letting them know that the education budget approved by Governor Scott for 2018-19 included less funding for schools than they were expecting. A group of activists, Members of the Hillsborough County group The led by FishHawk Alliance for Public Schools encourage residents to resident Melissa inform themselves on how to improve public education funding in the state. Erickson, wants $0.47 cents per student in flexible to help voters determine what to do funding for the HCPS district. A numabout it. ber that Erickson finds unforgivable “We were expecting more funding considering that Florida children curfor our students than what was rently receive approximately $4,000 approved,” said Eakins, in the mesless funding, per child, per year than sage that went out to parents on the national average. March 22. “Especially since the state “It’s a joke,” she said. “We are fachas billions of dollars available to fund ing 25 plus years of chronic underboth school security and classroom funding. Our children are worth the needs.” same as children in other states.” According to Eakins, the state In addition to the already low perbudget includes an increase of just child budget, the school district has
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“People need to inform themselves on how their elected officials are advocating for public schools, then show up and ask them, and those running for office, the hard questions,” she said. “Being fired up about issues with your friends and on social According to Eakins, the state budget includes media doesn’t change an increase of just 47 cents per students in policy. The only way flexible funding for the HCPS district which is things are going to currently approximately $4,000 less, per child, change is if we elect per year than the national average. people who are going been given what Eakins to make changes.” expects to amount to Erickson’s group, The Alliance for $35.8 million in additional Public Schools, was formed in 2012 mandated expenses for with a mission to educate, engage and new school resource officers, increased retirement contributions and inspire families and communities to collectively support high quality public health care costs, among others. schools and the children who attend “For months, we have been putthem. ting cost-saving steps in place across The group hosts events, such as our district and have saved millions of dollars,” he said. “These steps will def- Parent University, to educate residents and speak regularly on issues imporinitely help, but the amount of funding tant to public education around the in this state budget is far lower than community. To learn more, search for we had expected.” the group on Facebook or visit He went on to ask voters to let www.all4schools.org. state leaders know they support fundFor more information on HCPS, ing of public schools, something visit www.sdhc.k12.fl.us. Erickson also feels is vitally important.
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his unwavering commitment to the community and his selfless actions going above and beyond the call of duty. He recently received Tampa's Firefighter of the Quarter Award as well as the Governor's Award for his Heroic Actions. Homes for Heroes' mission is to provide extraordinary savings and services to heroes who pro-
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Annual Prolife Spaghetti Dinner
A Pro-life Spaghetti Dinner will be held on Saturday, May 19 at Resurrection Catholic Church, 6819 Krycul Ave. in Riverview. The Dinner is sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council 15675. Dinner starts at 5:45 p.m. and is ‘all you can eat.’ Tickets cost $8 in advance and $10 at the door. Children under 7 are free. For tickets, contact Alex at 956-3709 or Fran at 641-9109 or stop by the Parish office.
Tampa Firefighter Luigi Young Honored For Saving Neighbor’s Life
vide extraordinary services to our nation and its communities every day. Homes for Heroes, Inc. was established shortly following the tragic events of 9/11 as a way to give back and say ‘Thank You’ to our nation's heroes. Homes for Heroes is the largest nationwide network of affiliate real estate specialists, lending specialists and local businesses who provide easy ways for firefighters, law enforcement, military, healthcare workers, EMS and teachers to save money when buying, selling or refinancing a home; or when making every day home-related purchases. Visit www.homesforheroesfoundation.org/.
Adult Children Of Alcoholics & Dysfunctional Families
Homes for Heroes in Tampa recently presented Luigi Young with its prestigious Hero Award. He came home Christmas Day after working a long night at a Tampa Fire Station to find his neighbor’s house on fire. He went in and out several times before finding his neighbor Young is receiving this great Luigi Young was presented the Hero Award from Homes honor and award in recognition for for Heroes. Coming home from work on Christmas, he rescued his neighbor, whose house was on fire.
Support and fellowship group starting soon at Northside Baptist Church in Ruskin. Healing is possible for adult children of alcoholic parents and dysfunctional families based on the ACA Handbook. This meeting book contains the Twelve Steps, Twelve Traditions, sponsorship, Inner Child and reparenting. Meeting discussions offer hope for recovery from the effects of growing up in a dys-
functional family, where alcohol or drugs may or may not have been present. While ACA is similar to other Twelve Step programs, our emphasis is on the family system and Inner Child or True Self. You can learn how unhealthy childhood situations may be unknowingly sabotaging your decisions and relationships today. Support group will be meeting once per week, all are welcome. For more information, please contact Michael O. 6902049 or gbdogg02@gmail.com.
All About Women Expo On Mother’s Day
The All About Women Expo will be held at Westfield Brandon Mall on Sunday, May 13 from 12 Noon-5 p.m. This is a day for women to bring their mothers, daughters, or girlfriends for a day of pampering. The Expo is free. The All About Women Expo has a special VIP Lounge (women must register first) where women can enjoy wine samples, cheesecake, and more exclusive treatments. Since the All About Women Expo is on Mother's Day, mothers and daughters who look exactly alike are invited to enter the Mother-Daughter Look-alike Contest. The winning pair will receive a prize. Westfield Brandon Mall is located at 459 Brandon Town Center Dr. in Brandon.
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June and capping it off at the 12u USA Elite Select World Fastpitch Championships July 9–15 in Kansas City, MO. Keep an eye out for these young ladies come 2020 as eight of the 11 current players are zoned for Riverview and Newsome High Schools. Visit at Instagram @flabatbusters05 and Facebook or www.batbusters.org.
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Special Children’s Programs At Riverview Library
Riverview Library, located at 10509 Riverview Dr., offers many programs, courtesy of the Friends of Parents Night Out At FAOPA Riverview Library and Riverview Elite Travel Fastpitch Team Kicks Off Summer Celebration Hillsborough Library Continues Winning The Florida Academy of Performing System. Inquire at the Library Service Desk, Arts (FAOPA), 402 Oakfield Dr. in The Florida Batbusters ’05 – Brandon, will hold a Parents Night Out on phone 273-3652 or Riverview Travel Fastpitch team continRiverview Travel Florida Batbusters Fastpitch Team. Friday, May 18 from 5:30-9:30 p.m. Kids visit hcplc.org for proued their winning ways in April capturing ages 5-12 will enjoy an evening of fun grams that require regto pass the pilot test. Recommended for the 12 and under USSSA Angels 4 istration. ages 8-14. Autism Championship in Below are special programs offered 3D Printing – May 10 - Come have Clermont. The Batbusters for children and teens: fun with 3D modeling and printing! Learn were the last ones standing about the 3D printing process, see a out of 15 teams from all parts Itty Bitty Science – Gardening: demo of a printer in action, and learn to of Florida going 5–1 on the Monday, May 16 from 10:30-11:15 a.m. use Tinkercad to create your own 3D weekend outscoring their - Read and discover all about gardening objects. For ages 8-14. opponents 47 to 12 over the at this story time that explains simple sciPaper Cutting Projects - May 17 6 games. This comes off a ence concepts with hands-on experiAn electronic cutting machine like the 1st place finish in February at ments. This is for ages 3-5 and is limited Silhouette Cameo can help you create the 12u USSSA ‘It’s a Tampa to 20 participants. amazing projects with paper and vinyl! Love Thing’ tournament and a Mr. Brad’s Music: Monday, May 23 Create and take home your own complet2nd place finish at the 12u from 10:30-11:15 a.m. - Mr. Brad is a ed project. Cutting material will be providUSA Elite Select Florida multi-instrumentalist who plays traditional ed. Recommended for ages 8-14. Legacy Prospect tournament For the second year in a row, Campo YMCA All Star Team and original children’s songs on guitar, Makey Makey Stuff - May 24 - Use that saw 25 of the best 12 ages 13 to 15 took home the All Star Banner winning first violin, drums, piano, mandolin, and everyday items to create game conand under Travel softball place both years. Team (l-r): Coach Brad Hulett, Coach trollers, pianos, and more while exploring teams compete from Florida, Glen Lendel, Aidan Amin, Bradley Hulett, Eric Montes, Jake flute. For preschoolers. Moore, Brandon Decker, Luis Negron, Cole Lendel, Wee Crafts Wednesday, 5/30 basic circuitry with Makey Makey kits. For Georgia and Alabama. De'Undre Lee, Dylan Carlos, Jonathon Fiddler. May 30 - 10:30-11:15 a.m.; Arts and children ages 8 and older. The team currently holds that will include games, food, prizes, crafts for preschoolers and their careMeet Ozobot! - May 31 a 56–21 record with six Tournament crafts, and more. There will be an Ice Age givers featuring projects just right for little Participants will meet Ozobot, a tiny robot Championships on the season. They will theme for this event, which will also hands. For ages 3-5. you can program using a computer or by be finishing out the season playing Elite include Kona Ice. Your kids will get to Thursday’s from 3-4 p.m.: drawing on paper. Learn how to code a tournaments such as the 12u USA Elite Fly a Quadcopter – May 3 - Try out robot that can change colors, explore Select Florida Showdown in May, the 12u watch the movie Ice Age as the summer celebration kicks off. a quadcopter at the library. Learn the mazes, dance, race, and more. For USSSA Florida State Championship in The cost is $25 per child ($10 for basics of controlling a quadcopter and try Grades 4-12.
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Tampa Bay Selected For 2018 Navy Week During Airfest
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gram comes in.” Navy Weeks focus a variety of outreach assets, equipment and personnel on a single city for a week-long series of engagements with key influTampa Bay Navy Week is scheduled for May 7-13, coincident with the encers and Tampa Bay Airfest, and is designed to give area residents an opportunity to learn about the Navy, its people and its importance to national organizations representing all security and prosperity. America’s Navy is coming home to sectors of the market. Tampa Bay in 2018, one of 14 Navy "During a Navy Week, approximately Weeks selected in the coming year, one 75 outreach events are coordinated with of the Navy’s signature outreach procorporate, civic, government, education, grams. Tampa Bay Navy Week is scheduled for May 7-13, coincident with the Tampa Bay Airfest, and is designed to give area residents an opportunity to learn about the Navy, its people and its importance to national security and prosperity. Since 2005, the Navy Week program has served as the Navy’s primary outreach effort into areas of the country which do not have a significant Navy presence, with 210 Navy Weeks held in 74 different U.S. markets. media, veterans, community service and “Navy Weeks are designed to help diversity organizations in the city," said Lt. Americans understand why having a Cmdr. Brett Dawson, Navy Office of strong Navy is critical to the American Community Outreach Event Planning way of life,” said Cmdr. Linda Rojas, Department Head. "We know we can’t Director of the Navy Office of Community bring a ship or a submarine to Waco, but Outreach, which plans and executes the we will bring in as much of the Navy as Navy Week program. “Because the Navy we can." is concentrated primarily on both coasts, Join the conversation on social media we’re challenged to communicate our at Facebook.com/NavyOutreach, Twitter: mission away from fleet concentration @NavyOutreach and Instagram: areas. That’s where the Navy Week pro@US_Navy_Outreach.
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Hobby Club Draws From Wide Area
By Kate Quesada
For more 90 years old. than 50 years, “Once crafters from you turn 90 all over you become Eastern an honorary Hillsborough member and County have don’t have to been meeting pay,” said at the Cagle. Riverview Many of Civic Center the items on Thursday made during Members of the Riverview Hobby Club come from all the meetings, mornings to over the area to meet weekly at the Riverview Civic share their love and by memCenter. for knitting, crobers on their chet, quilting and sewing at the meetings own time, are donated to local hospitals of the Riverview Hobby Club. The club is and non-profit groups. open to any one with an interest in a Recently, members have donated 10 hobby and the desire to meet new friends Afghan blankets to the Veterans’ Hospital, and is always looking for members. 33 lap blankets to the Shriners Hospital According to Club President Yvonne and 40 blankets and 48 hats to St. Cagle, crafters began meeting in 1953 Joesph’s Hospital. and the group has been holding regular “Living in Florida, most people have get togethers ever since. less need for blankets and hats, even “This is a place for people to come those made with love,” said member and get away and meet others with simiDoris Davies who lives in Valrico. “But lar interests that could be living right in they can really be used in the hospitals their neighborhood,” said Cagle. and by people undergoing chemo treatCurrent members, who live in Valrico, ments especially.” Riverview, Brandon, Progress Village and According to Davies, one of the higheven further afield, use the time to knit, lights of the meetings is “Show and Tell,” sew, crochet, cross stitch and loom, but where members share items they have there is no limit to the crafts that can take made with each other. place at the club. “The support is one of the best things The meeting officially starts at 10:30 about the group,” said Cagle. “These a.m. on Thursday mornings with the ladies are the most compassionate peoPledge of Allegiance, but members, who ple who really look out for each other.” range in age from their 40s to their 90s, For more information about joining begin arriving around 8:30 a.m. Food is the group, call Cagle at 505-7847. The provided by a few members each week Riverview Civic Center is located at and dues are $5 for crafters younger than 11020 Park Dr. in Riverview.
Volume 16, Issue 5
Tribute Concerts Return To RP Funding With Fleetwood Mac, Queen, Pink Floyd, Beatles & Doors
By Jason Refermat
Classic Albums Live returns to the RP Funding Center with five iconic album performances for the 2018 Summer series. The Series Pass for all five concerts is on sale. The RP Funding Center’s Summer Series will feature Fleetwood Mac Rumours on Sunday, May 20 at 7 p.m., Queen’s A Night at the Opera on Thursday, June 14 at 8 p.m., Pink Floyd’s The Wall on Thursday, July 19 at 8 p.m., The Beatles White Album on Thursday, August 16 at 8 p.m. and the Doors L.A. Woman on Sunday, October 14 at 7 p.m. Classic Albums live was founded in 2003 by Craig Martin. It has become the ultimate destination for music lovers wanting to hear the greatest albums performed live without all the gimmickry and cheesy impersonations. Relying only on the music, using what Martin refers to as 'the world's best musicians', Classic Albums Live has defined itself as a mainstay in Performing Arts Centers
across North America. Each artist featured on the Classic Albums Live Summer Series has been listed in the 100 Greatest Albums of All Time and have earned gold+ record status. The series features a wide array of music from over three decades of rock history providing true fans with the ability to experience some of the greatest hits ever – performed live on stage. The five iconic albums will be performed note for note, cut for cut. A Series pass is $135 for all five shows (other fees may apply) and includes free parking, preferred seating and 10% off concessions. Season Passes are available by visiting the RP Funding Center Box Office, toll-free 888-397-0100, and online at www.rpfundingcenter.com. All dates, acts, and ticket prices are subject to change without notice. The RP Funding Center is in Lakeland off I-4 on Lime Street. Regular box office hours are MondayFriday 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. For ticket information, call the Box Office at (863) 834-8111 or visit www.rpfundingcenter.com.
May 2018
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Bay Life Supports Missions Through Cars And Crafts At Popular Car Show Bay Life Church will hold its 13th Annual Car Show and Craft Fair on Saturday, May 26 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on its church grounds. The familyfriendly event will feature more than 450 cars and trucks, local craft vendors, live music, raffles, refreshments and child activities. The Bay Life Car Show has become a staple in the community with crowds reaching upward of 3,000 guests. With an increasing number of attendees and displayed vehicles, the car show is a far cry from its humble beginning of only 20 cars. All makes and models of cars are welcomed with more than 10 categories receiving trophies. Although the show car registration is free, Bay Life is requesting that car show participants make a voluntary $10 donation to support missions. “The car show supports our high school student and adult mission trips,” said Steve Schumm, Bay Life’s Mission Director. “This is our largest fundraiser to support missions. This year we are going to Honduras, Africa, New York City and North Georgia.” In addition to the hundreds of cars on display, the event hosts live performances
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Bay Life is expecting more than 450 cars at this year’s car show
from Bay Life’s Car Show band, Legacy, which is composed of musicians and artists from the church. The band assembles specifically for the car show and plays classic rock music and other tunes. Other entertainment on site will include bounce houses and skits for the children, shopping and chances to win door prizes. He continued, “The youth will be out there doing a lot of the work like taking car registration, entertaining children and selling food and raffle tickets. ” Participants may register their vehicles online at the Bay Life website or on the day of the event. Last year, due to its popularity, some cars had to be turned away because of space restrictions. To register a vehicle or sign up to be a vendor, please visit www.baylife.org/bay-life-car-show-craftfair/. For more information or questions, email missions@baylife.org. Bay Life is located at 1017 Kingsway Rd. in Brandon.
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Endodontic Innovations Gets To The Root Of Things With Passion For Specialty
By Kelly Wise Valdes
Most peoMedicine in ple know they Dentistry at can seek speUMDNJ-New cialty physiJersey Dental cians for a School. He variety of medattained his ical issues, but specialty certifinot everyone is cate in aware that this Endodontics at is also true for Columbia doctors of denUniversity, tistry. For peoSchool of ple who may Dental need a root Medicine. Dr. canal, Pham returned Endodontic to Tampa Bay to Innovations practice has a state of Dr. Thai Pham, (pictured with his family) practices Endodontics in the art medical 2010. He state of the art endodontics at his office, Endodontic Innovations, located at the Big Bend opened facility and Medical Professional Center. amazing, Endodontic friendly staff. Innovations in the fall of 2014 in the Endodontics is a branch of denBig Bend Medical Professional tistry specializing in root canals, Center. which is the process of removing Dr. Pham is also a part-time cliniinfected tissue from the teeth in order cal instructor for LECOM School of to save the natural tooth. Although Dental Medicine. “I work with stumost people shudder at the thought dents to teach the arts and science of a root canal, Dr. Thai Pham, of behind root canal therapy,” said Dr. Endodontic Innovations, assures his Pham. “I also participate with Mission patients that his practice provides the Smiles to provide dental care to newest technology to make the propatients who need access to dental cedure as comfortable as possible. care.” His practice specializes in diagnosis Dr. Pham is “passionate about of tooth pain and microscope-assistdentistry and getting patients back to ed, minimally invasive root canal excellent oral health.” Using academtherapy and microsurgery. Dr. Pham’s ic knowledge and skills of medicine dedication to patient care is unsurand dentistry over the last two passed. decades, Dr. Pham’s patients know “All patients get individual care they can trust Dr. Pham and his staff without fear of being rushed through to provide the utmost quality of care. consultation or treatment,” said “We provide the highest standard Pham. “We will spend the necessary of professional care in a friendly, time to explain diagnosis and treatcomfortable environment at an affordment plans. We pride ourselves in able cost,” said Dr. Pham. “We providing affordable endodontic accept most insurance and we will care in a professional, relaxing and work with the patient to help them get caring environment. We also use the the care they need to save their teeth latest technology such as 3D x-ray and smile. As an Endodontist, I get to and microscope. Conscious sedation help heal an infected tooth and put is also available should the patient the tooth and body back on the path need itthrough nitrous sedation or to health again. It is a pleasure to oral sedation. And, we can say with see a patient come to us with severe certainty that our fees are the lowest toothache leave the office pain free.” in the area.” Whether you need a root canal, Dr. Pham grew up in the Tampa experienced a traumatic tooth injury, Bay area and earned a Bachelor in or have a cracked tooth, Endodontic Chemistry from the University of Innovations is here to help. South Florida in 1993. In 2001, Dr. Endodontic Innovations is located Pham received his Doctorate in at 13127 Kings Lake Dr., Ste. 101 in Pharmacology from the prestigious Gibsonton. For more information, call Columbia University in New York 284-7958 or visit wwwendodonticinCity. He received his Doctorate of novations.com.
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Visiting Tallahassee For Family Fun Is A Capital Idea Are you looking to spend your summer vacation close to home? About four hours northwest of the Tampa Bay area is Tallahassee, Florida’s State Capital. Most people think of state politics and Florida State University (FSU) when Tallahassee comes to mind, but there is so much more to the city and surrounding area for the entire family to enjoy. Whether you are a nature lover, thrill seeker or a history buff, you will find something nearby to make this an exciting trip. For history buffs and those that want to learn about Florida’s political history, visit the Florida Historic Capitol Museum. The Historic Capitol has symbolized Florida state government since 1845. Restored to its 1902 appearance, it stands as an icon at the center of Florida’s Capitol complex; the modern-day nerve center of Florida’s government. Visitors experience the people and events that have shaped the state through photos, recordings and audiovisual displays. Together with exhibit panels, photographs, and interactive multimedia, the museum offers a journey through the colorful history of government in Florida. The complex is located at 400 S. Monroe St. Visit www.flhistoriccapitol.gov. If you have piqued your child’s interest in politics, consider a tour of the present day Capitol, which is open to the public on weekdays from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday to Friday. For inquiries about tours, call 850-488-6167. Tours are scheduled on a first come, first serve basis. Unlike most museums you will encounter, the Tallahassee Museum offers both indoor and outdoor exhibits on 52 acres of breathtaking Florida flora
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and fauna. A landmark for more than 50 years, it is ranked as one of the top state museums. All ages will enjoy the Museum’s living exhibits of native wildlife, nature trails, and native gardens. It is home to 14 historic buildings immersing visitors in 19th-century experiences allowing you to discover the history and lifestyles of southern communities. During weekends, the 1880s Big Bend farm is alive with handson demonstrations of the past. If you need a little more adventure, explore Tallahassee from the tree tops while ziplining. Tallahassee Tree to Tree Adventures allows you to soar through cypress swamps, and conquer aerial games and obstacles on one of the courses at the Tallahassee Museum. Visit https://tallahasseemuseum.org/treetotreeadventures/. The museum is located at 3945 Museum Dr. in Tallahassee. It is open Monday to Saturday from 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. Visit https://tallahasseemuseum.org. The Tallahassee Automobile
Museum features over 160 rare, historic, and unique automobiles from all over the world. The collection includes such rare automobiles such as the first one designed by the Duryea brothers in 1894 and Abraham
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Lincoln's horse-drawn hearse. But it is not just a museum of automobiles. It also features a knife exhibit, boats, sports memorabilia, dolls, Native American artifacts, Steinway pianos, a general store exhibit and much more. The museum, located at 6800 Mahan Dr. in Tallahassee, is open Monday to Friday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Visit www.tacm.com. A visit to the National Historic Landmark Mission San Luis transports you back to 1703, where you can escape to another time. Your destination is a community where Apalachee Indians and new-
comers from Spain lived together. Hear the ring of the blacksmith's hammer, smell traditional foods being cooked over an open fire, and walk the plaza where the Apalachees played their
traditional ball games. Experience the largest historic-period Indian building found in the Southeast and greet the friar at the church. Learn about a soldier's life at the fort, and explore 300-year-old artifacts excavated onsite. Enjoy the beautiful outdoor setting with a picnic lunch or nature walk. Visit www.missionsanluis.org. The Goodwood Museum and Gardens is on the National Register of history places. It is a former cotton plantation with 20 structures dating back from 1835 to 1925 featuring original family furniture and belongings. General admission for adults is $12, but the grounds are free and open to the public during museum
hours of operation, which is Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Visit www.goodwoodmuseum.org. Don’t forget about Florida State University. Tallahassee and the University have been linked since 1850. The FSU campus is beautiful and taking a stroll is an enjoyable way to spend a few hours, and who knows, your younger student could fall in love and want to return. ‘There’s Nole place like home.’ For more information, go to www.visittallahassee.com. Next month, learn about the natural wonders in and around Tallahassee.
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an air bladder that when punctured will help keep the bait below the surface and often times cause them to swim closer to the bottom. If that doesn’t work, more than likely you are fishing in a heavier current. Add the appropriate pinch weight (split-shot) 8-10” above the bait – on the leader. The idea is to keep the bait in the strike zone as long as possible. Sometimes the fish are feeding on the surface and others they are mid-column. Throwing out some live chum will help locate where you need to be fishing. Once you have located some fish, let Ryan from Texas caught and released a healthy 26” the catching begin. Speckled Sea Trout on a recent charter with Capt. Travis I recommend loosYaeckel ening the drag substanTampa Bay Trout Bite! tially when fishing for trout. Too much Marching through spring we have will most always end up in pressure been plagued with yet a few more, the fish getting off. In most areas, late cold fronts and windy days. there are no obstructions to be worFortunately, the fishing hasn’t sufried. Keep constant, light tension on fered nearly as much as I would have the rod and you will be more sucpredicted. The key for us has been cessful. When targeting the bigger getting our bait early and fishing progators, use a bigger bait. Trout tected areas as much as possible. exceeding 24” will take a bait up to Undoubtedly, the highlight of the 6”; no problem. However, if you are month has been the speckled trout looking for some fish for dinner take fishing. a picture of the 20”+ fish and let Speckled Trout are one of the them swim free. There are plenty of bays most beautiful fish and recently 17-18” fish to harvest. The big we have been catching good numfemales are full of eggs and extremebers of slot fish (15-20”) as well as a ly valuable to our fishery. In our area, fair number of large breeder fish the legal size-limit for speckled sea (20+”). A majority of the bigger trout is 15” minimum and the bag aggregations have been in the deeplimit is (4) per angler with only (1) er areas of the flats. Four to six feet fish being over 20”. of water has been the target depth, fishing areas of broken grass and sand bottom. Lower tides can be very productive as long as the wind isn’t too bad to fish the outside sand bars. My preferred rig is a freelined live pilchard. If the baits are staying on the surface and not going down, there are two things to try. First, try belly hooking the bait near the pectoral fins. Pilchards in particular have
Captain Travis Yaeckel is a native resident of the SouthShore area and charters full time for Redfish, Snook, Trout, and Tarpon. He is owner and operator of Instinct Fishing Co.,based out of lower Tampa Bay. To book a charter, call 830-FISH or visit www.fishbyinstinct.com. Catch him on Tampa Fishing Outfitters Radio Show on Sunday mornings from 8-9 a.m. at 1040 a.m. Sports Talk the Team.
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SouthShore Library Welcomes New Children’s Librarian From Bloomingdale Library
By Kate Quesada
Visitors with According to young family memWolfe, the goal of bers may have toddler and story noticed a new, friendtime at the library, ly face at the which take place on SouthShore Library Tuesday mornings, in Ruskin. Riverview is to allow children resident Allison to listen to stories, Wever recently sing songs and parjoined the team as ticipate in activities Farmer Minor brought a pig to the the new children’s tied to early literacy. SouthShore Regional Library for a fun, librarian helping She explained that educational program with new Children’s young readers this summer there Librarian Allison Wever. develop a love of books and hosting regwill also be a special series called Motion ular events for the whole family. Commotion on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. Wever, who worked as the children’s from June 11 through July 9. librarian at the Bloomingdale Regional “We will have a fun-filled half hour of Library for five years and was a member singing and dancing,” said Wolfe. of the staff at the downtown John F. Children were recently invited to parGermany Library previously, hosts toddler ticipate in an event with special guest and story time at the library among other Farmer Minor, who brought along a pig fun events. and read stories, sang songs and shared “We are very excited to welcome interesting facts about pigs with 62 attenAllison to the team,” said SouthShore dees. Administrative Librarian Cheryl Wolfe. “The children squealed with delight “She brings an innovation mindset, when the farmer gave the pig a kiss,” expertise and many talents and skills to said Wolfe. her new role. As a children’s librarian, she SouthShore Regional Library opened spreads enthusiasm for reading and is in 2006 and is the largest branch in committed to creating these positive Hillsborough County, offering 40,000 sq. learning experiences with young chilft. of materials including books, magadren.” zines, online databases, music and DVDs The children’s area of the library, for children, teens and adults in both decorated in a Florida Wildlife theme, Spanish and English. The library is locatoffers books, magazines, media and ed at 15816 Beth Shields Way, 273-3652, computers for fun and learning. www.hcplc.org/locations/southshore.
County Boat Ramps Receive Face Lifts
By Kate Quesada
Many of the more amount of money, than 40,000 registered we want to make boat owners in sure we do it the Hillsborough County right way,” said use county maintained Chilson, who ramps to access the explained that the beautiful water that surbudget for the rounds Tampa. In the repairs to this ramp next few months, five of alone is approachthese ramps are ing $1 million. Hillsborough County Section Manager receiving major face Once construcwith Conservation and Environmental lifts to make them safer Lands Management, Jason Chilson, is tion begins on the and more convenient overseeing $2 million of repairs at coun- Williams ramp in the ty boat ramps in the next few months. next few months, to use. According to Jason Chilson, section the area will be closed to the public. The manager with Hillsborough County’s work is expected to take four months to Conservation and Environmental Lands complete. Management, the budget for these Additional ramps scheduled to improvements is more than $2 million, receive upgrades in Ruskin are the mostly funded by local boater registration Commongood Boat Ramp, which will get fees. a new dock system and extensive sea One of the ramps on the upgrade list wall repair, the Cockroach Bay Boat is the popular Williams Boat Ramp in Ramp, which will see additional boat trailRuskin, which was build in the 1970s and er parking, and the Domino Park Boat is used for between 15,000 and 20,000 Ramp where pilings and decking will be launches a year. replaced. The Alafia River Boat Ramp at “This ramp is so popular that when 4104 Alafia Blvd. in Brandon, is also on we realized it needed a face lift, we decid- the list to eventually receive a resurfaced ed it would be a good idea to talk to the parking lot and new seawall. Hillsborough County boat ramps can people who use it the most about what be used by any boaters for a $5 entrance they would like to see,” said Chilson. fee per use. Annual passes are also A fisherman who regularly used the available. ramp mentioned that it is hard for him to For more information and a full list of take his disabled son out on the water, so the idea for the ADA accessible dock was county boat ramps, visit www.hcflgov.net or call 272-5900. Williams Boat Ramp is formed. located at 8749 U.S. Hwy. 41 in Ruskin. “We feel that when spending this
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It’s Spring! Remember These Safety Tips Around Alligators All types of animals are becoming active throughout Central Florida. Alligators, in particular, are being seen regularly through the area, and alligators become more aggressive and territorial as mating season begins. GatorWorld Parks of Florida offers these safety tips if you should encounter an alligator on your property or out in the area’s many parks and lakes. Stay back. Keep at least 30 ft. between you and the alligator. If they begin to hiss, you are definitely too close. Alligators are most active between dusk and dawn. Do not swim during this time. Do not assume alligators are slow. Alligators can move very quickly, so it is best to keep a safe distance. Understand typical alligator habitats. Alligators prefer to bask in the sun along the banks of water. Be aware of these types of areas while enjoy our areas vast lake and water system. Fishing near alligators is not recommended. If an alligator moves toward your favorite fishing spot, it is best to relocate for your safety and the safety of the alligator. Remember, fishing line kills wildlife. Also, dispose of your fish scraps in cans at the boat ramps. Do not throw
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Music And Comedy Featured At The Firehouse Cultural Center Pub This May
If you like great music and comedy, then plan to come to one of the live music or comedy shows at the Firehouse Cultural Center this May. You will have the chance to see a great act such as the Charlie Morris Band who will perform in the Firehouse Cultural Center Pub on Saturday, May 26 at 7:30 p.m.
The Firehouse Cultural Center in Ruskin holds Pub Nights throughout each month. The Pub offers live music from nearly all musical genre to comedy shows and more. While being entertained, you can sip on a beverage and nibble a nosh. During the month of May, the Firehouse Cultural Center Pub has both music and comedy. All shows are from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Seating is communal. On Saturday, May 12 come see the Valerie Gillespie Jazz Ensemble. This ensemble is committed to preserving live Jazz performances. Lush Life is Valerie Gillespie’s most recent Jazz CD. It features music of Chick Corea and Billy Strayhorn. Next, on Friday, May 18, the Firehouse Cultural Center Pub will be lit up with laughter as they present Comedy Night. You can enjoy an evening of laughs. According to Beth Stein, Rental and Programming Coordinator for the Firehouse Cultural Center, “Comedy Night will feature Mike Rivera, Funniest Teacher, and John Charles. They will have the house roaring.” You can come back on Saturday,
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The SouthShore Regional Library Will Rock This Summer With Reading Programs And More reading rewards. At the end of the summer, if you read 24 hours, children can receive a free book of their choice. Teens and adults will be entered into a raffle for a gift card prize. In addition to the reading programs, the library is offering events for teens and children. On Children and teens can stay active and Tuesday, engaged this summer by attending the sumJune 5 teens mer reading programs and events at the SouthShore Regional Library in Ruskin. All can participrograms are free and begin Sunday, May 27. pate in a This summer the SouthShore Community Drum Circle at 2 p.m. This Regional Library in Ruskin is hosting is presented by Giving Tree Music. On summer reading programs and other Tuesday, June 12, teens can join Hula fun activities for children and teens. Hooping- Rock Your Body at 2 p.m. The theme for the summer is ‘Libraries On Thursday, June 21 at 1 and Rock!’ In addition to the reading pro2:30 p.m. children can join American grams, the library has several fun Tall Tales and Songs Storyteller, Katie events planned for Adams, as she children (in grades spins tall tales kindergarten to five) woven with old time and teens (grades songs. Then, on six through 12). Thursday, June 28, Students are Mad Science will encouraged to read unlock the science and learn over the of sound using ordisummer. Children of nary items to make all ages can read spectacular noises. their way to the ballCheryl Wolfe, park with Reading Administrative with the Rays. Librarian said, "By offering summer Beginning on Sunday, May 27, chilreading events and classes, children dren can pick up their game card and are able to engage in educational and begin tracking their hours. Once they cultural learning opportunities for free, have read three hours, they can helping children maintain their intellecreceive a Rays Arm sleeve. After five tual growth and critical thinking skills." more hours, they can get Rays Wolfe added, "Studies have shown Sunglasses, and then a Rays that by the end of third grade, children Drawstring Bag after seven more who have participated in library sumhours. If they complete a total of 24 mer reading programs have much bethours, they will receive two free tickets ter reading scores than children who to a Rays game. have not." Children and adults can participate The library programs are funded in the ‘You're in the Band’ backstage by the Friends of the SouthShore pass program. Log in your reading Regional Library. For more informahours and earn digital badges and tion, please visit www.hcplc.org.
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Nicholas Hensley Wins Zenay Morales Courage Award Photos courtesy of Judy Moore
“Nicholas is an inspiration to others,” health,” said Chiaramonte. He has a said Judy Moore, coach at the Brandon condition called Trisomy 11,18. His Sports and Aquatic Center. “He displays mother said that when he was 5 months good sportsmanship, courage and perseold the doctors told her that he wouldn’t verance.” During the opening ceremonies live past a year of age. He is now 34 at the recent area Special Olympics at and is the oldest person known to have Jesuit High School, Nicholas Hensley this condition. He was recently in the was awarded the Zenay Morales hospital for pneumonia. “Despite all Courage Award. that, he is always cheerful and is always This award is given annually in memsmiling,” said Chiaramonte. “He just ory of Zenay Morales, a Special Olympics makes your day.” athlete. Since 2001, the award has been “No matter what, he never gives up, presented to a Special Olympics competihe keeps on trying,” said Hensley. “We tor who exemplifies the true are very spirit and proud of courage of a him.” Special Tennis Olympics For Fun is a athlete. free tennis Nicholas’ clinic for mother, special Sandra needs peoHensley, says ple. For more The Morales family sponsors a spirit award that was prethat her son is sented to Nicholas Hensley. Aly Smith (left), Nicholas information, Hensley, Zuhally Smith and Mike Smith. very competiyou can visit tive and loves to Hensley has been Chiaramonte, he has their website . H n ensley receiv ribbo win. “He likes ed a signed an athlete in the Tennis competed in basketball, st place 1 at tennisfora ba g se in ba ll at the Special Olym gett getting out there, pics. Hensley For Fun program at the Brandon tennis, swimming, bowlfun.org. being active and Sports and Aquatic Center for 16 years. ing and track and field. “He has a very social,” she said. “He just has a blast.” According to his coach, Rosanna great spirit despite not being in good
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Connection Strong Dogs Wheelchair Basketball Team Finishes 8th In Nation By Nick Nahas The Tampa Bay Strong Dogs are one of the best wheelchair basketball teams in the nation. They are currently ranked 8th in the country, and have been to Louisville, Kentucky for the National Wheelchair Basketball Association championship tournament for nine consecutive years. The Strong Dogs finished 8th in the country this season after their appearance at nationals. They took the eventual champions, the San Diego Wolfpack, down to the wire. They lost by four points to the Wolfpack, but were one of the few teams that were competitive against them. “This team played their hearts out,” said Wayne Bozeman, head coach of the Strong Dogs. “I wouldn’t trade this team… because of the heart they have.” The team, is led by Bozeman, a Recreation Therapist for the Hillsborough County Parks and Recreation Department. Bozeman became the leader of the team 10
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years ago after inquiries from some injured veterans at the VA Hospital. They are a part of Paralympic Sport Tampa Bay, a signature program of the Hillsborough County Parks and Recreation Department. The team has a total of 26 players, 15 on the division II team that went to nationals, and 11 on the new division III team. Some of the players have spina bifida, and others are amputees or have spinal cord injuries. A few of the players are injured veterans as well. “To me, they are the best basketball players out there, not just our guys, but everybody,” Bozeman said. “It’s not about their disability, it’s about their ability.” According to Bozeman, the team
will start training for next season in about a month. They practice two hours a day, twice a week at the All People’s Life Center on 6105 E. Sligh Ave., Tampa. They held several car washes to raise money for the expenses to attend the tournament, but the players had to pay out of pocket for some of it. They plan on doing more fundraisers next year.
Bozeman would like to thank Hillsborough County and Paralympic Sport Tampa Bay for all that they do for the team and encourages anybody with a lower extremity injury to come and participate. For more information, you can search for their page, @tbsdofficial on Facebook.
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Brandon Sports & Aquatics (BSAC) impacts lives and the community as a whole by providing over 10,000 swim lessons per year, in conjunction with its mission to prevent youth drowning. It also provides quality affordable childcare for working families. There is programming for the special needs population with its Team Trident Program, which is focused on three main areas: active recreation, proper socialization and interpersonal skills, and independent life skills. There is something at BSAC for every child. Over the past 55 years local families have counted on BSAC to provide year-round, quality sports, recreation and educational experiences for their children. We are a favorite of working parents who want to feel good about where they are leaving their kids every day; that the kids are safe, are learning valuable athletic and social skills and are practicing good leadership. Summer Camp at BSAC is a place for all children to be active, exploratory, creative, independent, playful, friendly, and confident. Join in for BSAC’s Passport to Adventure where your child will experience food, games and culture from all around the world. Both full day, half day and drop-in options at an affordable rate are offered. There are field trips
weekly for all ages too. Every week the children will ‘travel’ to a new region of the globe, earning passport stamps as they go. They will dazzle you with the stories of their daily adventures as they bring out their inner Beast Mode in Africa and Seas the Day exploring the Islands. Along with the Summer Camp Experience, additional programming, such as swim lessons are offered. The Learn to Swim Program is the most comprehensive swim lesson program in our area, working with ages six months and up. These are conveniently offered during your child’s Summer Camp day.
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Bricks 4 Kidz Tampa is back with awesome LEGO® Summer Camps being offered all over the Brandon, Riverview, and Valrico areas. Join in for a different theme each week such as Star Wars, Minecraft, Ninjago, and much more! Each week our campers will be building signature Bricks 4 Kidz robotic LEGO® models, very popular LEGO® mosaics and 3D LEGO® sculptures, as well as playing fun games and creating arts and crafts projects they will get to take home. At the end of each week, every camper will get to take home their very own LEGO® mini figure. Each day and week will be a brand new LEGO® adventure
you won’t want to miss. Below is the schedule for the camps being offered at nearby locations: We Rock The Spectrum in Valrico, Monday to Friday, June 18-22: LEGO® STAR WARS Camp; July 9 – July 13: LEGO® Movies Camp and July 30 – August 3: LEGO® Superheroes and Villains. Livingstone Academy Campuses in Seffner, Riverview, and Bloomingdale: May 29 - June 1: LEGO® STAR WARSMincraft Mashup Camp (Seffner Campus); Monday to Friday, June 25 29: Autism Spectrum LEGO Club Brandon Area LEGO Camp Morning Session (Bloomingdale) and July 23-July 27: LEGO® Mashup Camp (Riverview Campus). Sign up today at www.bricks4kidz.com/florida-tampa or call 545-4282.
Musical Theater And Much More Offered At Firehouse Cultural Center
The Firehouse Cultural Center will be offering Summer Camp through the summer. It is located at 101 1st Ave. NE in Ruskin. Week 1: June 4 – June 8 - Musical Theater I; Week 2: June 11 – June 15; Musical Theater II Week 3: June 18 – June 22; Musical Theater III; Week 4: June 25 – June 29;
Musical Theater IV Week 5: July 2 – July 6; No Camp on Wednesday, July 4; Week 6: July 9 – July 13; The Art of Printmaking; Week 7: July 16 – July 20; Cartooning & Animation; Week 8: July 23 – July 27; Robotics-Materials Fee for Robotics: $50; Week 9: July 30 – August 3; Robotics Materials Fee for Robotics: $50. For more information, call 645-7651 or visit www.firehouseculturalcenter.org.
Your Child Will Reach Their Potential At PROtential Summer Camps
PROtential offers action-packed, fullday summer camps that rotate between multiple sporting activities including swimming. Your child is given the opportunity to participate in many engaging and funfilled field trips including, but not limited to laser tag, roller skating, bowling, water skiing, horseback riding, and more. Staff strives to provide an environment that encourages and strengthens while developing good character. The cost is $125 per week. You can choose from two Riverview locations – one in Panther Trace and one in Rivercrest. Visit www.protentialsports.com/camps to register. Call 843-9460 for more information.
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Dance, Music And Theater Camps Take Center Stage At Patel Conservatory
Registration is now open for Patel Conservatory dance, music and theater summer camps and classes, which begin the week of May 29. Nearly 70 camps and classes are offered, most with performance opportunities, for students of all ages and abilities. Some camps and classes require auditions. Theater auditions will be held March 29, April 19 and May 18 and music auditions will be held April 7 and May 5. Auditions for Patel Conservatory Popular Dance (PCPD) classes will be held April 7. Registration for auditions is required. Additional information about the Patel Conservatory, including audition scheduling, is available at www.patelconservatory.org and by calling 2221040. The Patel Conservatory offers classes in dance, music and theater for students of all ages and experience levels. Each year, the Patel Conservatory and the Straz Center’s arts education programs enrich the lives of more than 70,000 students in our classrooms, on our stages and through the community. The Patel Conservatory is located at the Straz Center, 1010 N Macinnes Pl. in Tampa. Visit www.patelconservatory.org.
Busch Gardens Offers Exciting And Educational Camp Programs
Busch Gardens’ Summer Day Camp is a time to make new friends, try new things, come face-to-face with a giraffe and challenge North America’s tallest freestanding drop tower. For more than 25 years, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay has provided children with inspiring, exciting and educational experiences with some of the best Tampa summer camp options found anywhere. A variety of Summer Day Camps to fit your student’s grade level and interest are offered. Different programs are offered for kids in grades K through 8th. Day
Camps include daily lunches, snacks and drinks, a camp t-shirt and a water bottle, complimentary photo with a Busch Gardens animal ambassador and complimentary admission to Busch Gardens following camp each day for camper. For students in grades 9-12, Busch
Gardens offers Counselor in Training. If you are looking for something fun to do this summer, that will provide you with valuable career experience, then the Busch Gardens Counselor in Training program (CIT) is the summer camp program for you. This weeklong program offers a real opportunity to learn from the best. Expert educators will share their experience and knowledge with you on topics from child development to zoo careers and environmental awareness. Complete a specialized orientation and participate side by side with camp counselors during the summer day camp programs. Application required. Information is available at https://buschgardens.com/tampa/summer-camps/day-camps/. If your child is looking for a homeaway experience, Busch Gardens Summer Resident Camp offers this chance for students. Busch Gardens Summer Resident Camps have combined nature and thrills to create a unique one-of-a-kind experience. Based
out of a secure onsite dormitory, Mzinga Lodge, camper’s grades 5 through college are provided with an all-inclusive camp experience from start to finish.
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Some of the fun summer programs taking place at Kids ‘R’ Kids this summer include: Kid Power: Explore heroes around the world to create an unforgettable superhero story of your own that combines STEAM concepts with special powers. Epic Escape: Solve ‘the-whodone- it’ cases from favorite children’s literature and global mysteries throughout history. Use secret code detective work, teamwork and problem-solving to reveal the plots of epic literature. Melting Pot: Get involved in making the world a better place by visiting new cultures, exploring unique languages, cooking up new recipes using math and science and creating new traditions for your family. Mind Blast: Build an original, interactive game using recycled materials found in your community. This is a funfocused week that fuses innovation, imagination and conservation.
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Pay it Forward – Create a lasting impression on the world by expressing your kindness and goodwill through community-focused projects and cooperative games that will unite everyone involved. Other fun weeks include Creative Destination, Steam Revolution, Cloud Exploration, Habitat Hunters, Globe Trotters and Our Town. Kids ‘R’ Kids has two locations: Kids 'R' Kids Learning Academy of Valrico is located at 4321 Lynx Paw Trail in Valrico. Call 657-6200 for more information and Kids 'R' Kids Learning
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Rolling Pin Kitchen Emporium Is Cooking Up Some Summer Fun
Rolling Pin Kitchen Emporium’s Summer Camps are a great way to learn new skills in the kitchen, create tasty recipes and meet lots of new friends. The only things you need to be prepared are closed toe shoes and a restraint for shoulder length hair. All the ingredients,
tools and even the fun is included. Students are taught how to properly use real kitchen tools, knives and appliances safely under adult supervision. Students come away with the confidence to prepare dishes that are age appropriate and tasty. The goal is to encourage your child to be a help in the kitchen and to have fun while building a lifetime of good skills. Cooking Camps for kids ages 6-9 will take place from 10:30 a.m.- 1 p.m. daily and the tween’s and teen’s Summer Camps, ages 10-15 will take place from 2- 4:30 p.m. Camps will take place weekly for four days and run from May 29 through
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The area YMCA’s offer a lot of options for summer camp fun. With the full day camp experience, campers enjoy days full of themed camp fun like arts and crafts, swimming games and more. Specialty Full Day Camps include time throughout the week spent
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Session 1 June 4-8 (M-F)
Session 2 July 9-13 (M-F)
Session 3 July 23-27 (M-F)
Location:
All-Inclusive Kids Overnight Adventure Camp Ages 7-15 204 beautiful acres located alongside the Little Manatee River!
M-W Ostingers Academy Space is Limited Th-F FishHawk Sports Complex Register Early Age Group: 7 - 14 yrs to hold your spot! Time: 8:30 am to 12:30 pm Cost: $175/camper **(Second Child $125) **Multi week discounts
Daily Instruction • Games • Pitching/Catching Fundamentals Addressed • Drills For More Information:
Call 813.737.3000 or visit our website at www.OstingBaseball.com
engaged in activities specific to the specialty chosen. If your camper is looking to spend an entire day immersed in something they are passionate about, the Aquatics, Sports, Teen or Gymnastics camps may be for them. Is your camper looking for a unique adventure? Two camp options may be YMCA Camp Cristina or The First Tee of Tampa Bay. Preschool and Adaptive Camps are offered at a few locations too. For more information at some of the local Y’s, call North Brandon Family YMCA at 685-5402; Campo Family YMCA at 684-1371; YMCA Camp Cristina at 677-8400, and Spurlino Family YMCA at Big Bend Road at 228-9622.
Enjoy The Summer Scene 2018 At The Florida Academy Of Performing Arts
Full and half day camps are available for kids ages 5 and up at The Florida Academy of Performing Arts (FAOPA) at Music Showcase. Kids will enjoy music, acting, guitar and drums, field trips, singing and games and more. Musical Theatre productions of Mary Poppins Jr., Seussical, Fiddler on the Roof Jr. and Junie B. Jones The Musical Jr. will all take place this summer.
Daily themes will include Wicked, The Greatest Showman, Frozen, Hamilton and more. For more information, call 490-2787 or visit faopa.org.
Make A Splash At Florida Aquarium Summer Camps
This summer, make a splash with The Florida Aquarium. Open your eyes to a whole new world of science, take a tour of the Aquarium with animal experts, meet live animals up close and learn all about them, let your creative side go wild with arts and crafts, cool off at The Splash Pad, and even learn how to scuba dive. There are camp options for ages 3 to 18. AquaTots for ages 3-4 and AquaKids for ages 5-6 include science exploration, art and crafts and much more. There are two sets of full-day onsite camps for ages 6-7 and 8-9 which include science exploration, tours of aquarium, live animal encounter, field trip and more.
Full day travel camps for ages 10-11 and 12-14. Each day or week of camp has a new theme with new lessons and activities that focus on marine science. Campers should bring a water bottle, swimsuit, sunscreen, mask, snorkel and fins every day. There are also two different scuba camps offered, one for ages 12–15 – NAUI SCUBA Diver. Campers can Earn Open Water certification through SCUBA classroom and pool training provided by a certified NAUI SCUBA instructor from The Florida Aquarium dive operations staff. Ages14–18 can take Rescue Scuba and can learn to be a stronger dive buddy and prepare to respond to a variety of diving emergency situations with a NAUI Rescue Diver Course. For full details on all of the camps, visit www.flaquarium.org/camps.
Learn Baseball From The Pros At Ostingers Academy Baseball Camp
Ostingers Academy will hold Baseball Camp this summer to give your child a better understanding of the game of baseball, through instruction, drills and games. Having a good time while learn-
ing the fundamentals will be the main focus of this camp. Ostingers staff is made up of all former professional players who instruct, teaching the game from the ground up. The camp is not a full day camp with video games and indoor activities. Jim Osting is a Baseball Instructor with 12 years of professional baseball playing experience including two years of Major League experience (Padres and Brewers). Patrick Ryan is a Baseball Instructor with eight years professional pitching experience. Kris Wilken is the Head Baseball Coach at Bloomingdale High School and has six years of professional playing experience College and high school players trained by Ostingers Academy will assist your child throughout their camp experience. Additional help is provided from Ostinger players current and past to make the campers experience one of a kind. Camp weeks run Monday to Friday, June 4-8, July 9-13 and July 23-27. Camps run half days from 8:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. Camps are held Monday to Wednesday at Ostingers Academy and Thursday and Friday at the FishHawk Sports Complex. The cost is $175 (multi week/multi camper discount). To register, call 737-3000 or visit www.OstingBaseball.com.
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TechPlayzone Offers Hands-On Technology Enrichment In Fun & Safe Environment
TechPlayzone has led the charge for engaging young people in science, technology, engineering and math since 2005. With an increased demand for hands-on technology enrichment, TechPlayzone has continued to provide families with excellent curriculum, and fun in a safe environment for all kids. Give your child a high-tech advantage at TechPlayzone this summer. TechPlayzone is pleased to offer 4 weeks of STEM Camp for beginning
and returning TechPlayzone campers in 2nd-5th grade. TechPlayzone is honored to partner with FIRST LEGO League at Hillsborough Community College to power the FIRST LEGO
work at their own pace or work as a team with the assistance of facilitators and staff members to complete one of the engineering projects each week. For information, visit techplayzone.com, call 684-7329 or email techplayzone@gmail.com.
League Camp. We also offer engineering enrichment specifically for 6th - 8th grade students. Using TechPlayzone's formula of hands-on project-based learning with cutting edge technology, students can
Find Fun Activities For Your Budding Artists At Center Place Fine Arts
Who knew that art could be so much fun? This summer, you can sign up your budding artists, ages 7 to 16, for workshops at Center Place Fine
Arts. Learn about painting, drawing, pottery, modeling and more. Workshops include Art Mural, Be Your Own Beautiful, Creative 3-D Masks, Discover America, Paper Sculptures, Recycled Art, Space Art, Wet & Wild Canvases, Drawing and more. Center Place is located at 619 Vonderburg Dr., Ste. B in Brandon. Classes are offered from Monday
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to Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Register today by calling 685-8888 or visit www.centerplacebrandon.org.
FishHawk Ranch Tennis Club Offers Tennis For All Levels Of Skill
FishHawk Ranch Tennis Club is offering its sixth annual Tennis Camp for your child ages 6 and up. Full day camps include plenty of tennis games and fun. Kids cool down in an air conditioned event room and during lunch times, engage in other fun outdoor and indoor games. On Fridays, campers walk down to the Starling pool and game room for a nice finish to thebweek. All levels from Beginning to advanced. Register online at FishHawkRanchTennisClub.com or call the Pro Shop at 6814000.
receive age appropriate technical and tactical instruction, small sided games, daily 5 v 5 competitions, daily soccer tennis and soccer golf competitions. There is a professional coaching staff and athletic trainer onsite. There will be a hydration station and camp t-shirt The cost is $ 215. Goalkeeper’s Summer Camp for male and female goalkeepers will take place July 23 to 27. Age Groups include 10U, 11U 12U, 13U and up, college level. The cost is $495 for the week. Camps will be held at the FishHawk Sports Complex Soccer Fields. Register online for both camps at www.floridahawksfc.com.
Florida Hawks
The Florida Hawks will be offering two camps this summer: Soccer Fun With Coach Juan and Goalkeeper Sunner Camp. Soccer Fun with Coach Juan will take place July 2, 3, 5 and 6 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Camp is for boys and girls born between 2006 and 2011. Kids will
Mathnasium Of Riverview Makes Summer Math Fun
to stop finger counting to Calculus. Summer is a perfect, no-stress time to stay in tune with math. With Mathnasium being the ‘Math’ in STEM, Mathnasium knows how to teach math. Text LEARN to 57711for your first pre-enrollment special discount. Mathnasium of Riverview is located in the Publix shopping center on Symmes Rd. and 301.
Call 844-667-6284 or email Riverview@Mathnasium.com.
Camp Osprey Offers Traditional Overnight Summer Camp
If you are looking for an overnight camp option that is not too far from home, consider Camp Osprey. This overnight traditional summer camp is for boys and girls ages 7-15. It is located on 204 acres of beautiful woodlands, nestled alongside the Little Manatee River in Wimauma.
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Award W inning STEM Camps Since 2005 Where Bright & Creative Kids Play to Learn
Summer time is ideal for having fun and at Mathnasium of Riverview, they understand that and have put together a comprehensive summer math program that makes math sense and they have fun doing so. The programs range from helping
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
• 6 Weeks Through 12 Years • Full & Part Time Options • Open: M-F 6am to 6:30pm • Creative Curriculum for Infants & Toddlers • ABC Mouse Computer Technology • Brainwaves Curriculum • APPLE Accreditation • CITA Approved Curriculum • Security Code Access Entry • FREE Internet Viewing of Your Child’s Day • Outdoor Playgrounds with Water Park • Servicing the following schools, Grades K to 5 Stowers, Valrico Academy, FishHawk Creek, Bevis, Lithia Springs, Alafia, Cimino, and Foundation Christian • Nutritious Meals & Snacks: Low Salt & Sugar Summer Camp • Spanish & Music Included Begins • Trained Professional Staff, Tuesday, May 29th Certified in First Aid & CPR thru • Extracurricular Programs
NOW ENROLLING
SUMMER VPK 2018 & FALL VPK 2018-19 FREE 3 Hr Program
Kids ‘R’ Kids is excited to introduce our first summer camp EVER designed to teach your child that they are an important part of the global community. With a different “world” to explore each week using STEAM strategies and hands-on activities kids will explore all the things our world has to offer – all while sharing loads of laughter and having heaps of fun! Over the course of the summer, your child will build confidence and discover that one person no matter how big or small – CAN make a difference. And when we work together, there’s NO LIMIT to the amazing things we can accomplish to ROCK THE WORLD!
Friday, August 3rd Trips and Meals included
Two Great Locations...
CIRCA FISHHAWK 813-654-7000
5815 Kids Crossing Drive
VALRICO 813-657-6200
4321 Lynx Paw Trail
(Located next to Stowers Elementary and Mosaic)
(Located across fromLithia Springs Elementary)
Lic # CHC432384
Lic # CHC431024
www.KRKCirca.com
www.KRKValrico.com
Campers live in spacious, newly remodeled, air conditioned cabins with covered porches, electric lighting, bunk beds, picnic tables and fire pits. Boys and girls cabins are located on opposite sides of the camp. A unique program of recreation, adventure, creativity and exploration is provided, including a high ropes challenge course, ziplines, horseback riding, canoeing, paintball, swimming and campfire nights. Each day is filled with loads of summer fun and an amazing range of camp activities at an all-inclusive price. Camp is secured with automatic
gates that remain locked to the general public. All staff and camp counselors are background checked. Visit www.camposprey.com for more information.
Tampa Bay History Center Offers History Adventure Camps
Step back into Florida's past with unique games and projects, themed field trips, outdoor fun, and hands-on interactions with real historians and experts during the History Center's
History Adventure Camps. Six different themed camps explore Florida's unique history, from Pirates and Explorers to the Everglades. Camps are open to children ages 7–11 and led by experienced educators dedicated to providing unique, educational and engaging experiences campers won't forget. Camps for boys and girls run Monday to Friday, June 4-8, June 1822, June 25-29, July 9-13, July 23-27
from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and have a different theme each week. Camps include crafts, games and a bit of history, guest speakers, indoor and outdoor fun and Museum Insider’s Tour. Middle school students can take a walk on the wild side. Discover the beauty and complexity of Florida’s natural environment during Wild Florida, Tuesday to Thursday, July 10-12 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Contact the Education Department at 675-8987 or ahoffman@tampabayhistorycenter.org. Visit www.tampabayhistorycenter.org/camps/.
Hours: 6am - 10pm
813.704.2487
lithiafl@collegenannies.com WWW.COLLEGENANNIES.COM/LITHIAFL
South Brandon
Lake Brandon Village
(813) 571-0569
(813) 655-1237
2010 Bloomingdale Ave, Brandon 11325 Causeway Blvd, Brandon
www.chickfilabrandon.com
Looking for Summer Camps? We have TWO offered by Professional Licensed Coaches & Trainers! At Fishhawk Sports Complex Soccer Fields
Summer Fun with Coach Juan! Technical & Tactical Soccer instruction with clinics & competitions
July 2, 3, 5, and 6, 2018 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Boys and Girls born between 2011 and 2006
$ 215.00
GoalKeeper Camp Daily skills competitions and training sessions to improve position specific skills
July 23-27, 2018 8:00 am to 2:30 pm
Boys and Girls born before 2011 (U8 and up), including College Level Athletes!
$ 495.00 Register online @ www.floridahawksfc.com
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