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Boyette Springs Elementary School is holding a ceremony and winter carnival to celebrate 25 years this month. Pictured are former BSE principals Kelly S McMillan (2012-2015) and Shirley Trujillo (1992-2005) and current principal, Tamethea Simmons.
silent auction. In addition to dinner plates featuring choice of chicken or sausage served with baked beans and cole slaw from Trust Me BBQ for $8, there will be a bake sale and carnival snacks such as popcorn, pickles and pretzels. Soda and water will also be available for purchase. Music at the event will be provided by DJ Dubble Up and many local vendors will be on hand for shopping. Funds raised will help the PTA plan events to help support the school. “Our goal as a PTA is ensure that families are active participants in the life of the school, and feel welcomed, valued and connected to each other, to school staff and to what students are learning and doing in class,” said O’Mahony. For information on the event, visit www.facebook.com/BSEPTA. Anyone interested in attending the carnival as a vendor or sponsoring the event should email bseptahelpers@yahoo.com. The school is located at 10141 Sedgebrook Dr. in Riverview.
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The International The museum has Independent a full-size 1903 Showmen’s Museum Ferris wheel. Other in Riverview is dediitems on display cated to showcasing include a vintage the history of traveling merry-go-round, entertainment shows Geranimo’s top hat in America. and Buffalo Bill’s While primarily a six-gun. Colorful museum focusing on wagons and hunthe history of the travPhoto courtesy of International Independent dreds of informaShowmen’s Museum tive exhibits tell the eling carnival, it also The International Independent Showmen’s includes circuses, Museum is filled with vintage rides and arti- story of this colorful Wild West shows, entertainment that facts from a bygone era. Patent Medicine disappeared from Shows and others that encomthe American landscape. passed the ‘Tented World.’ Housed in a modern “The history of America 54,000-sq. ft. building that would be replete without is fully accessible, the acknowledging the contribution museum offers two floors of these outdoor shows,” musecontaining thousands of um Executive Director David artifacts from the 1800s “Doc” Rivera said. “This type of through the 20th century. unique entertainment was foreThe museum, located front in the first half of the 20th at 6938 Riverview Dr., is century as it was the only type of enteropen from 12 Noon to 5 p.m. on weektainment most small towns and cities in ends and offers free parking. The cost of admission is $10 for adults, $7 for stuAmerica would ever get to experience.” dents with ID card, and children under 10 According to Rivera, at one time, are free. scores of huge 60-car railroad trains For more information, visit showcrisscrossed America carrying big circusmensmusem.org. es, carnivals, Wild West shows, Repertory Theater and minstrel shows. These self-contained shows carried as many as 1,200 people with them and held colorful parades in the city streets, drawing thousands of spectators who marveled at their first sight of an Asian elephant or Bengal tiger carried in an ornate cage wagon pulled by a team of eight perfectly matched white horses. They rode thrilling rides, ate cotton candy, 39 and got their first glimpse of a motion picture at their local fairs. They heard a mechanical device that played music like HOLOCAUST SURVIVOR .....................PG 7 a full orchestra and saw strange, unusual FLORIDA STATE FAIR. .......................PG 10 people and beautiful costumed exotic dancers. BIG CAT RESCUE...............................PG 14 The Showmen’s Museum strives to LOCAL AUTHOR................................PG 21 preserve this history through artifacts and colorful exhibits that bring back that sense EYE ON BUSINESS ............................PG 25 of wonder to a much more enlightened SOUTHSHORE LIVING ...............PGS 40‐41 and technologically advanced society.
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Riverview’s Boyette Springs Elementary (B.S.E.) School is celebrating 25 years of teaching this month with a dedication ceremony and winter carnival open to the community. The event will take place on Saturday, February 17 with a ceremony from 1-2 p.m. and carnival from 2-5 p.m. “We encourage B.S.E. students, alumni, their families and community members to join us in celebrating a quarter of century of excellence,” said PTA President Danielle O’Mahony. “Come out and learn about all that we have accomplished over the past 25 years.” The ceremony will include music from the school’s show choir, a performance by a student harpist, guest speakers and memories shared by former students. The carnival, a fundraiser for the school’s PTA, will offer activities for the whole family, including bounce houses, laser tag, a video game trailer, face painting and classic and new carnival games from balloon darts to a goldfish pond with real fish. Most activities and all games will be charged on a ticket system. Tickets
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Mackenzie Mack and the team at The First Tee Tampa are teaching SouthShore children life skills through the game of golf. The group, one of the top five of 175 The First Tee’s 175 world-wide chapters, provides 65,000 children a year with hands-on interactive golf experiences in schools through classes at local courses. But students come away with a lot more than just a knowledge of the sport. “Our goal is to use the game of golf to help students develop The First Tee Tampa Bay offers golf classes for life-enhancing values like confichildren at Summerfield Crossings Golf Club in Riverview and Apollo Beach Golf Club. dence, perseverance and judgement,” said Mack, The First Tee courses, including Summerfield Tampa’s Program Director and a ‘First Crossings Golf Club in Riverview and Tee Kid’ herself, who joined the program Apollo Beach Golf Club, are priced based as an 11-year-old living in Las Vegas. off family income. The program began in 1991 as “Beginner classes range from $14 to Urban Junior Golf at Rogers Park Golf $84 for a seven week session based on Course in Tampa offering affordable and how much the student can pay,” said accessible golf opportunities to children Mack. “We will not turn a child away for from moderate socio-economic backfinancial reasons.” grounds. It became an official program of Students can also use equipment the Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA in provided by the program if they do not 1998 and now also partners with other have their own. community groups including the Tampa “We really want to remove any obstaSports Authority and the City of Tampa. cles for the kids to learn,” said Mack. “All In addition to knowledge about the they need to bring with them are closed game of golf, each class incorporates a toed shoes and a smile.” core value or skill such as how to meet Programs are also offered in more new people, how to set goals or how to than 130 Hillsborough County public stay healthy. Programs are also available schools and the group offers after-school specifically for girls and high school stuprograms and summer camps. dents getting ready for college where they For more information on the program will learn resume writing and interview and to find out class times and locations, skills. visit www.thefirstteetampabay.org or call According to Mack, classes at local 238-7320.
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Florida Strawberry Festival 2018 Theme Is “Building New Memories!” The theme for the 83rd annual Florida Strawberry Festival, March 1-11 in Plant City, is “Building New Memories!” This year, the festival has added new bleacher-style concert seating that will accommodate 9,200 total guests, is closer to the stage and will be more comfortable for guests, Festival President Paul Davis said. Another change with the GT Grandstands construction project is that the event will no longer offer free seating to headline shows. “This was an extremely difficult decision for us,” Davis said. “But we absolutely had to construct new seating. And when you start crunching the numbers, there was just no way economically for us to offer free seats any longer.”
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Florida’s Swamps, Storms, Beaches Inspire Orchestra Piece By Kelly Smith
Feel the thrill of old vs. The Force for favorites and the flutter one stellar concert, of new love at The featuring music from Florida Orchestra in the Star Trek TV February. The big show and movies moment comes Friday along with Star Wars to Sunday, February 23classics by John 25 with the world preWilliams. Conducted miere of a major work by Michael Francis, composed especially for who performed on the orchestra's 50th two Star Wars birthday. soundtracks with the Michael Ippoito, a rising composer, is a London Symphony Triptych is written graduate of Brandon High School. He by Tampa native wrote Triptych, which will be performed Orchestra. Part of Michael Ippolito, a grad- by The Florida Orchestra on Friday to Raymond James Sunday, February 23-25 in honor of the Pops series. uate of Brandon High Orchestra’s 50th birthday. School who grew up lisRomeo and tening to The Florida Orchestra. Now he's Juliet & West Side Story Friday to Sunday, a rising star composer whose music has February Feb. 16-18: An evening of killer been performed by top musicians in venlove stories with Tchaikovsky's Romeo ues around the world. and Juliet and Bernstein's West Side The three-part work takes inspiration Story. Plus the "best trumpeter on the from the swamps, storms and beaches of planet" Hakan Hardenberger performs Florida. "I saw this piece as an opportunity Gruber's jazzy Aerial. Michael Francis to celebrate my hometown orchestra as conducts. Free tickets for kids and teens well as reflect on the environment where I available in advance for this and all Tampa grew up," Ippolito said. Bay Times Masterworks concerts. The 20-minute work debuts on a Center Stage (Wednesday and blockbuster concert, headlined by Thursday, February 28 & March 1): This Dvorak's iconic old favorite New World morning Coffee concert includes music Symphony, conducted by Music Director from the theater, brought to you by Tony Michael Francis. Also on the program is Award winner Stuart Malina, with selecRachmaninoff's Rhapsody on a Theme of tions from Rodgers’ The Sound of Music Paganini, featuring Cuban pianist Aldo and Beethoven's Egmont Overture. Free Lopez-Gavilan. Concerts are 8 p.m. Feb. coffee and doughnuts! 23 and Feb. 24 at the Mahaffey Theater The Florida Orchestra performs reguand 7:30 p.m. Feb. 25 at Ruth Eckerd larly at the Straz Center in Tampa, Hall. There is much more to love in Mahaffey in St. Petersburg and Ruth February: Eckerd Hall in Clearwater. Most tickets Music of Star Trek & Star Wars start at $15 and are available at flori(Friday to Sunday, February 9-11 daorchestra.org or 727-892-3337 and with Saturday matinee): It's the Trekkies 800-662-7286.
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Dancing For A Cause Will Raise Funds For Domestic Abuse Victims
By Michelle Colesanti
For 20 years, Enjoy live entertainChandra Bachu knew ment; belly dancer what it was like to be a Giptah, along with survivor of domestic Chakacha by Natacha, abuse. She tried to traditional music and escape; staying in sheldance of the Swahili peoters three different times, ple of coastal Kenya and but without money Tanzania. Join on the saved, she returned dance floor for Bachata home. Bachu said, “I and Kizomba and you gave up, and stayed and your partner can walk because I wanted my away with a prize. Enjoy Lisa Peterson, author of kids to sleep on a bed, finger food, wine, masI Survived Three Types of Abuse go to school, and we sages and giveaways. Sexual, Physical, and Mental; would not have to fear Bachu has a goal to will be the guest speaker at Dancing for A Cause on for our lives, because it raise $60,000 for the February 11 at the Pepin would be worse if we foundation in order to Hospitality Center, raising funds left.” house three families for for domestic abuse victims. After many years volunteering with up to a year or more as needed. Cynthia Pinkney Ministries, she now She is appreciative that Publix, Fords spends her time helping to give families a Garage and Yeomans Cask Lion are partnew beginning through A Red Rose nering the event. More sponsors are welFoundation, Inc. come. “I believe nothing happens by coinciDespite greater public awareness, dence, but taking a mess and turning it there are still not enough houses and into a message is what life is about. shelters for victims. “We seek to empower Giving a mom hope for a new beginning victims of domestic abuse by providing a can impact the rest of her life and her safe and nurturing environment for them children, environment changes people. to heal and grow. We give them a stable Our goal is changing the next generation support system, counseling, transportaby helping mom; we are creating a new tion, school aid, and daycare for women, life for these kids,” Bachu commented. mothers and children emerging from trauDancing For a Cause will be the matizing circumstances, and even proFoundation’s annual fundraiser and will vide an apartment for each individual be held on Sunday, February 11 at 4:30 family,” Bachu said. p.m. at the Pepin Hospitality Center, 4121 You can help make a difference. N. 50th St. in Tampa. Purchase tickets for $20 online. Tickets at Lisa Peterson, author of I Survived the door will cost $30. Visit http://areThree Types of Abuse Sexual, Physical, drosefoundationinc.com or email areand Mental; will be the guest speaker. drosefoundationinc@gmail.com.
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Holocaust Survivor Shares Story Of Survival And Hope
By Michelle Colesanti
There are very few table manners. Her opportunities in our lives first formal education to be in the same room was in a Montessori with someone who has school. She also had lived through (and surto learn Dutch and vived) an horrific historiHebrew along with cal event. Students from religious studies. Bell Shoals Baptist Three years after Academy, St. Stephen liberation, they arrived Catholic School, Grace in Hoboken, New Christian School and Jersey and eventually many home schooled began their new life in students got to witness America in Peoria, that first-hand as Illinois. Holocaust Survivor Marion spoke to Fifth grade students and teachers perform a special dance to the students about the Marion Blumenthal Lazan Bell Shoals Baptist Academy hosted Holocaust Survivor, welcome Holocaust Survior, Marion Blumenthal Lavan to Bell Blumenthal Lavan, who told her story of survival, shared her story of horror Marion importance of sharing Shoals Baptist Academy. hope and faith to students from a few local Christian and hope at Bell Shoals her story with their schools. Baptist Church on friends and future chilno toilet paper. the BergenJanuary 17. dren and grandchildren. “In a few short She did not Belsen concenthe Survivors will not be here to After reading Marion’s Book, Four years, get to brush tration camp. give a first-hand account. It is your genPerfect Pebbles last summer, Tammy her teeth for Marion told eration that must bear witness and help Perkins, a teacher at Bell Shoals the 1 ½ years the students, guard the future from this happening Baptist Academy became instrumental she was in the "Mine is a story again,” she said. in getting Marion to the church to tell her that Anne Frank camp. Food How we treat, behave and reach out story. was a slice of might have told to one another is entirely up to us. She From ages 4 to 10, Marion lived a daily bread had she surspoke about how important it is not to life filled with uncertainty, occasional and water vived. It's a just blindly follow a leader. Only if there periods of hope and certainly more miswith soup story of perseis respect and tolerance for countries, ery than any of us today can begin to potato peels. verance, detercan there be peace in the world. Marion imagine. Along with her parents Walter “The constant mination, faith expressed hope that the students could and Ruth, and her brother Albert, the foul odor and and hope.” prevent her past from becoming their family was forced to live in refugee, tranfilth surroundWhat she future. sit and prison camps. ed by death is remembers Her family’s journey began in Hoya, She has returned to Germany twice. indescribable.” about BergenJolee Andrews, Randall Middle School student, gets Germany and eventually took them to In 1995, she visited her father's grave, Once a month Belsen is the her copy of the book Four Perfect Pebbles signed by Holland in hopes of fleeing to America. and the spot where Bergen-Belsen used Marion Blumenthal Lavan. they took a death and misAt the start of WWII, that dream ended to be. Only mounds that are remnants of shower, not ery everywhere. when Germany invaded Holland and her No trees, no flowers; not a blade of the mass graves exist. She again visited knowing whether the shower would be family was taken back to Germany to when her hometown named a local water or gas was disconcerting. grass. Toilets were holes in the ground; school after her. Marion’s mother’s inner strength Today, her life is full and rewarding. and fortitude saw them through. To surWhen she is not sharing her message, vive, Marion would play her made-up she spends time with her husband ‘Four Perfect Pebbles’ game; looking for Nathan Lazan of almost 65 years and four pebbles exactly the same size, and Most Insurances Accepted their family - three children, nine grandif she did find them, she believed all children and three great granddaughmembers of her family would live. ters. Somehow this game gave her someThanks to Mission BBQ, Bell Shoals thing to hold onto –hope. She always Baptist Academy was able to raise found her four pebbles. enough funds to bring Marion to share Towards the end of the war, the her important message. 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Local Firefighters Team Together To Create American Flags From Firehoses
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Dave Burton started his business, Firehouse Designs, in early 2016 after he created an American flag out of repurposed firehose for the Temple Terrace Fire Department. He got such a great response from his fellow firefighters that he decided to make several more flags and put them in a craft show. After a very successful show, the business took off. According to Burton, making these flags has been a fire service tradition for many decades. This inspired him to make a flag for his own fire station, where he currently serves. Burton forged a partnership with a fellow firefighter, Andy Muzzy. Together they have created many flags. Both work for the Temple Terrace Fire Department, Muzzy for 16 years as a captain, and Burton for three as a firefighter paramedic. Burton previously did some firefighting in the Navy before moving on to banking after leaving the military. He went to school at Hillsborough Community College to become a firefighter and later began his career. Muzzy was inspired by his firefighter family in New York to continue the family tradition to join the same profession. “It was in Photo courtesy of Andy Muzzy and Dave Burton my bloodline to pursue a Dave Burton and Andy Muzzy’s flags vary in size and color. career in the fire service,” chase them or retired hoses are Muzzy said. the flags are made from used, out-ofgiven to them by fire departments. “It According to Burton, 95 percent of service, firehoses. They either purhas a history to it,” said Burton.
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By Nick Nahas
“It’s been groups of 8 to 144. a lifelong After you golf, you dream to be can visit Doc’s Grill, a fullable to do service restaurant named what I love for Doc Blanchard. The and meet restaurant is open every thousand of day of the week except new people Mondays, times also vary. every year On Sundays, a breakfast and take my buffet is offered from 9 passion and a.m.-1 p.m. make it into a The restaurant business,” said Jason will host special Blanchard, who, along events upon with his father, Jeffrey request. “Doc” Blanchard, owns Player’s Summerfield Crossings Club Cards can Golf Course. “I like nothbe purchased ing better than to see a for $99. With a smile on people’s faces. card you That’s what I try to do receive $5 off Photo courtesy of Jason Blanchard of every round every day — to make Summerfield Crossings Golf Club was built everybody happy that in 1987 and designed by Ron Garl as a par of golf and two walks through the doors 71 championship golf course designed to free rounds of resemble a course out of Scotland of the golf course.” golf. The eightDesigned by Ron day advanced Garl and built in 1987, Summerfield Tee Times Card is valid until November Crossings is a par 71 championship golf 2018. The club now offers the chance to course designed to resemble a course play a sport called foot golf, where playout of Scotland. It has scenic rolling terers kick a soccer ball into a cup in as few rain, numerous pot bunkers and challeng- shots as possible. Play is most similar to ing undulating greens. The 15th hole is a traditional golf where each player takes challenging par three with an island green turns striking their own ball, open daily and crazy wind. The Blanchards have after 1p.m. owned the course since 2003. “We are not just a golf course. We According to their website, are a place that you can come in, enjoy Summerfield Crossings is an exciting and have fun,” Blanchard said. “We try to challenge for both the novice and expert look above and beyond just golf.” player. They offer a variety of tournament For information, visit www.summerpackages and group outings, available for fieldgc.com.
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Thrilling Rides, Class County Music And Fun Fair Food Tops List For 2018 State Fair Staff Report The year was 1904 and the American Flag had 45 stars. Theodore Roosevelt was president and the average American earned 22 cents per hour. T.J. LaudBrown, the manager of the Tampa Bay Hotel convinced city founders to bring the South Florida Fair to the grounds of the Tampa Bay Hotel. For the last 114 years, the Florida State Fair has been a favorite for locals and visitors alike. It has been held at its current location since 1977. This year’s Fair will take place for 11 days from February 8-19. In addition to thrilling rides on the Midway, it wouldn’t be the Florida State Fair without educational and entertaining attractions and performers. Where – for the price of a movie ticket – can you see a sea lion, a spectacular Big Top Circus, cheer on your favorite porker at the pig races, feed a giraffe from your own hand, enjoy acts from TV shows like America’s Got Talent, watch an amazing bear show, and be thrilled by the dogs of K-9s in Flight? “We want both loyal patrons and those who have not yet visited the Fair to join us in making memories that will last a lifetime,” said Cheryl Flood, executive director of the Florida State Fair Authority. “The Sweets exhibit in particular will provide a fun and educational experience for all ages.”
Gates open Monday through Thursday at 10 a.m. Midway opens at 1 p.m. On Friday, Saturday, Sunday and President's Day, gates open at 9 a.m. and Midway opens at 10 a.m. The Fair is known for the latest and greatest fun food fare such as such as the Pizza Cone, Redneck Burger and Bacon Ice Cream. Kids will have a great time at the new Florida Farm to School Arcade, a
fun, interactive area where children will learn about Florida agricultural products. Join legendary, award-winning classic country icon Leroy Van Dyke and country legends T.G. Sheppard, Moe Bandy and Rhonda Vincent as they take you on a retrospective, nostalgic journey featuring America’s golden country music during the Country Gold Tour on February 14. Two shows will take place; 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. For ticket
information and pricing, please contact the Fair Box Office at 740-4640. While visiting the Fair, don’t miss Cracker Country, a rural Florida living history museum where you feel like you have become part of the past. It is open during Fair hours; a great place to create memories that will last a lifetime with your children or grandchildren. Hillsborough County’s Student Day at the Fair will be on Friday, February 9. Students enter free that day with a free Student Day ticket. Those in grades 6 -12 entering the Florida State Fairgrounds on Student Days after 6 p.m. must be accompanied by an adult, age 21 or older. An accompanying adult (maximum of one adult for each Student Day attendee) on Student Days shall be granted free admission when entering the Florida State Fairgrounds with a Student after 6 p.m. Starting 6 p.m., an adult may be allowed to accompany up to four Student Day attendees. Tickets for adults (ages 12 and over) are $9 in advance online and at participating Publix locations through February 7. Children are $5. Seniors ages 55 and older pay $7. Advanced Anyday Armbands are available for $30 and weekday armbands cost $20 and are valid only on February 8, 12, 13, 14 and 15. The Florida State Fairgrounds is located at 4800 U.S. Hwy. 301 N. in Tampa.
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Manatee Arts Festival Offers Music, Food And More
By Kate Quesada
Some of the biggest names in the Hillsborough County art scene are coming together next month for the 26th annual Apollo Beach Manatee Festival of the Arts and Music offering a weekend of entertainment for the whole family. Located at Ruskin’s E.G. Simmons Park on March 10 and 11 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., the event is expected to draw 10,000 people from all over the Tampa Bay area. Hosted by the SouthShore Chamber, the Firehouse Cultural Center and the SouthShore Arts Council, the festival will feature work for viewing and purchase from approximately 100 artists from around the country, a large children’s area, entertainment The 26th annual Apollo Beach Manatee Festival of the and food. Arts will take place at E.G. Simmons Park on March 10 “The festival is an innoand 11. vative showcase of fine arts Executive Director Georgia Vahue, this and fine crafts which draws talent from year’s tent will have a sand castle across the country,” said Mike Parker, theme. with the SouthShore Arts Council. “Our “We plan to kick our decor up a few exhibitors’ area offers visitors the more notches,” said Vahue, who opportunity to meet and interact with expects 3,000 people to use the chilartists, to view their works and purdren’s area of the festival. “There will chase art from the individual that creatbe a number of fun and creative art ed it.” activities ranging from sand art bottles, The Firehouse Cultural Center is sand paper and shell prints to flying fish hosting the Kids Activity Tent for the art.” second year in a row, and according to Children can also enjoy a pirate
offering balloon art and the Ruskin Library will host a reading and storytelling area. Projects are designed for children in kindergarten to seventh grade, although younger visitors can do the crafts with parents. The entertainment stage will open at 10 a.m. on Saturday with new coun-
try artist Matt Billor. He will be followed by the Harrison Jazz Ensemble at 11:15 a.m., southern rock artists Dark Horse at 12:30 p.m. and Cosmic Pear will hit the stage with their 60s and 70s music at 2 p.m. Damon Fowler will close out Saturday’s line-up at from 3:30-5 p.m. with his blue show. On Sunday, John Puckett, a singer guitarist, will hit the stage at 10 a.m., followed by the Hummingbirds’ Americana music at 11:30 a.m.. The popular country sounds of Willow Hill will follow at 1:30 p.m. and the Selwyn Birchwood Band will close out the event from 3:30-5 p.m. with their R&B set. “The Manatee Arts Festival has been an essential part of South Shore’s history for many years, attracting large numbers,” said Vahue. “Over the last few years, the event has become a lovely day’s outing for families. Our goal is to have visitors have fun, enjoy the arts and the entertainment and go home smiling.” Food and drinks will also be available for purchase at the event. The E.G. Simmons Conservation Park is located at 2401 19th Ave. N.W. in Ruskin. For information, contact the chamber at 645-1366 or visit www.southshorechamberofcommerce.org . To contact the Firehouse Cultural Center, call 645-7651 or visit www.firhouseculturalcenter.com.
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Beef O’ Brady’s Celebrates New Look, Grand Openings & More Beef O' Brady's At Summerfield Celebrates Brand New Look
By Michelle Colesanti
Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) members were invited to celebrate the brand-new look of Beef O' Brady's at Summerfield in Riverview. Chamber members, customers, franchise personnel, staff and even MOR-TV were on hand to partake in the festivities Photo by Ed Booth, Huth and Booth Photography and ribbon cutting ceremony. Beef O’Brady’s celebrates its new look. Manager Joe Fintak and his carry items Connie has in the store, she team generously treated their guests to and her staff offer a myriad of other servtheir favorite bar beverage and samples ices. They provide in-home consultations of some of Beef’s most popular menu for design work, create storage designs, offerings. This new look, which features a help with organization projects and profresh contemporary look outside and a vide upholstery and fabric assistance. remodeled inside, including a revamped They are available to work with you in bar with the latest in bar service, is the Beach, Riverview, Sun City Center Apollo first in the FSC franchise. They plan to and surrounding areas. Please stop by and check out the store at 3818 Sun City Center Blvd. Visit www.ConniesHomeDecorTricities.com or call 331-3543 to schedule your in-home consultation.
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Big Cat Rescue Adds Rare Amur Leopard & Continues Advocacy Efforts
By Michelle Colesanti
Just over 25 years ago, Big Cat Rescue Founder Carole Baskin saved a bobcat kitten at an animal auction from certain death. Naming her Windsong, she had no idea of what the future would hold for both her and the bobcat, but that rescue stole her heart and set the wheels in motion for what would eventually become Big Cat Rescue. Big Cat Rescue’s care for cats that were once abused and can’t live in the wild is near ‘purr’fection. It currently is the ‘fur’ever home to 70 cats. Through the years, the sanctuary has also released 45 wild native Florida bobcats back into the wild. The sanctuary is currently working Cameron the Lion and Zabu the to change laws which allow for the White Tiger nestle together. These exploitation of the cats. A few examples best friends were rescued together from a roadside zoo in 2004 now live include those who exploit baby cubs, at Big Cat Rescue in Tampa. keeping cats in small cages for exhibiA visit to Big Cat Rescue is a tions, tiger farms, breeding facility where great way to learn about the resitigers and other exotic or wild animals are dent cats as well as the plight of bred like livestock for their meat, skin, and animal exploitation in general. If parts, circus acts and much more. wish to tour Big Cat Rescue, it you According to Director of Public is recommended that you reserve your Relations, Susan Bass, Big Cat is ardentspot at https://bigcatrescue.org as tours fill ly working on passing the federal bill for quickly. up big cats called the Big Cat Public Safety Along the way, you will meet Act (HR 1818) in Congress. "Once Cameron the Lion and Zabu the White passed, the bill will ban most private ownTiger, both born at a roadside zoo. The ership and breeding of big cats and will two remain best friends and live together. also ban the public from having direct In reality, lions and tigers do not live in the contact (holding/feeding a bottle) with same type of habitat so these two should cubs. We believe this will end most of the never have met. They were brought suffering of unwanted captive big cats in together by people who wanted them America," she said. bred to birth Ligers and bring in tourist You can help by asking your House dollars. After years of abuse, they were of Representatives member in rescued and brought to Big Cat where Washington DC to co-sponsor the bill they now can enjoy their retirement and at bigcatact.com.
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Texas Roadhouse Coming Soon To Popular Summerfield Crossings Area
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Riverview residents will soon have a new, sit-down national restaurant as Texas Roadhouse has announced plans to build a location on U.S. Hwy 301, north of Big Bend Rd. near the new Wawa. Construction will begin at the end of February with an anticipated opening date of July 9, according to the company’s director of public relations Travis Doster. Texas Roadhouse is a full-service, casual dining restaurant chain known for specially seasoned and aged steaks hand-cut daily on the premises and cooked-to-order over open gas-fired grills and endless supply of peanuts. The menu also features a variety of other items including ribs, chicken, pork, fish, burgers and an extensive kids menu. Most menu items are made from scratch and gluten-friendly options also are available. “This is great news and just what Riverview needs,” said Riverview resident Stewart Cooper. “I have been to several of their locations and the food is always top-of-the-line and there is a huge selection.” Located across from Tijuana Flats and next to the under-construction James A. Haley Veterans Clinic’s South
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Real Estate Pitch Group Does Business By Jim Hirz
“See you that the aim of at Beef’s!” the group was This is not pointed specifjust the slogan ically at helpfor a storied ing realtors Brandon eatery. close more It is the rally cry business. He for a group of was enthusilocal realtors astic in and related describing the vendors who benefits of gather weekly attending for the meetings: “It’s Brandon/Valrico nice to be Local realtors and related vendors gather weekly for familiar with Pitch Group. the Brandon/Valrico Pitch Group. They meet the realtor on each Wednesday morning, 9:30 a.m. at the other side of the closing table. In this the Beef O’ Brady’s at 4330 Bell Shoals group we get to know and trust one Rd in Valrico. The purpose: to connect another, along with having the opportunity buyers and sellers of real estate. to share our listings in a face to face setAccording to one of the group’s coting; these are the keys to our success” founders, Tim Ryan of Fidelity National said Jones. Title, “This is a setting where business The meetings are also open to busigets done. Realtors have the opportunity ness people that service real estate to share listings and discover buyer’s industry professionals in a variety of needs. And everyone has a good time ways, from title insurance and mortgages and some laughs along the way.” And to cleaning services and real estate pholaugh they do. A light-hearted attitude tography and many others. Home prevailed as all the realtors in the room Express Realtor Darrell Green feels it is a got a chance to stand and talk about their real benefit, especially to newer realtors, new or updated listings and entertain giving them the opportunity to build relainquiries as they passed out information tionships with trusted service providers. on their properties. Green said, “It helps them put together a There is no cost to attend the meettool belt of vendors to assist in taking ings. Light refreshments are served, the great care of their customers.” cost of which is covered by a different The success of this group has local vendor each week who is then spawned a revitalized South Shore Real offered some time to share information Estate Pitch Group. They meet each about his/her business. Thursday morning at The Alley at South Keller Williams Realtor and group co- Shore on Big Bend Rd. in Riverview at founder, Garth Jones, makes it very clear 9:30 a.m. Same ‘rules’ apply.
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Congratulations To The District Awards 2018 Excellence In Education Winners the opportunity to particiThe Hillsborough pate in the academic Education Foundation hosted and challenge as growth this year's Excellence in well as the success of our Education Awards ceremony, students,” Velezpresented by the Suncoast Hernandez said. “To my Credit Union, last month at bilingual team, for their the Straz Center for the support and love always, Performing Arts in Tampa. to all the other nomiand The total nominees numnees, who also are bered 650, including Ida S. deserving of this award. I Baker Diversity Educator of share it with you.” the Year (IDA) – 211, Other finalists includInstructional Support ed Cindy Nunez, a kinderEmployee of the Year aide at Claywell garten (ISEOY) – 203 and Teacher Elementary, Talina Ugarte, of the Year (TOY) – 236. The a bilingual aide at Muller finalists included four for IDA, Elementary Magnet, and four for ISEOY and five for The 2018 Excellence in Education Awards ceremony, presented teachers Bonnie Bresnyan of Lewis Elementary, Miriam Head custodian Leonard TOY. Velez-Hernandez of Dover Elementary and Christine Campbell of Van Buren Middle School as winners of this year’s Teacher of the Year, Instructional Support Employee, and Ida S. Baker awards respectively. Snead of Lockhart The ceremony awarded Elementary Magnet. Bonnie Bresnyan a special Miriam Velez-Hernandez, a bilingual Teacher Jonathan Collier of Spoto High Awards followed a reception preneeds teacher at Lewis Elementary aide at Dover Elementary, was recogSchool, credited for building self-esteem pared by talented culinary students from School in Temple Terrace as the Teacher nized as Instructional Support Employee students and almost never missing a in Jefferson¸ Leto, Sickles, Steinbrenner of the Year. day of work. and Strawberry Crest high schools. The other Teacher of the Year finalists of the Year. Social worker Christine Campbell of Teacher Alicia Fojaco of Sessums For a complete list, and information were: Nicole Meyerson of Carrollwood Van Buren Middle School received the Ida Elementary and magnet lead teacher about the 2018 Excellence in Education Elementary, Alexa Trafficante of Gorrie S. Baker Diversity Educator of the Year Meredith Mullen of Lockhart Elementary Awards, presented by the Suncoast Elementary, Lisabeth Leist of award. joined the list. Credit Union, visit www.educationfoundaSteinbrenner High School, and Jennifer The other Ida S. Baker finalists were: “I’d like to thank my Dover family for tion.com. Jackson of Stewart Middle Magnet.
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Meet The Needle Craft Happy Stitchers Club At The Campo Family YMCA
Kidtopia Offers Indoor Fun And Play With Newly Opened Business
Area YMCA’s are cer. The people who about more than just a receive the blankets place to work out or love them,” Wieder go for a swim. The said. Campo Family YMCA Horvelt said, “As for instance offers a someone who spent host of activities such years in a wheelchair. as The Needle Craft I can tell you that the Happy Stitchers Club. blankets come in This club is for handy. When you canmembers of the not get up, you get YMCA and meets on cold. Cancer patients Mondays from 10:30 who have to sit in a a.m. to 12:30 p.m. room waiting for YMCA members who love to crochet, This club is perfect for chemotherapy get cold knit and hand sew can join other members including Maggie Horvelt (L) too because of their anyone who likes to and Debbie Wieder (R ) in the Campo knit, crochet or hand Family YMCA’s Needle Craft Happy condition, and the blansew. Beginners and all kets help keep them Stitchers Club. skill levels are welwarm.” come. The group is also producing little red This club was suggested by YMCA hats that will be donated to the American member, Debbie Wieder who said, “I was Heart Association for their Little Hats Big looking for others who crochet.” There is Hearts program. The hats will be given to no cost to join but you must bring your newborns born in the month of February. own tools and materials. Wieder said, There are eight hospitals in the Tampa “The group is all about comradery.” Bay area that are participating. The Wieder added, “I love to crochet. I find it group’s hats will be donated to All very relaxing.” Children’s Hospital. Another member, Maggie Horvelt Kavita Marballi, AOA Coordinator for said, “We have lots of fun in the group. the Campo and North Brandon YMCA We trade patterns and help each other.” said, “Groups like the knitting club In addition to having fun and feeling a encourage members to come together, connection with one another, the group make new friends and learn something provides a great community service. The new.” Marballi added, “There groups form members produce lapghans (knitted or an essential component of a well-rounded crocheted blankets) which are given to set of offerings that promote the developmembers of the YMCA who participate in ment of mind, body and spirit.” the cancer survivors LiveStrong program. For information on this club and othWieder explained why the group does ers offered at the Campo Family YMCA, this. “Everyone has been touched by can- please visit www.tampaymca.org/campo/.
The verdict to the general public from FishHawk during parties. parents is in. One of the most Susan and Nick unique aspects of Clark are filling a Kidtopia is the after need in the area school program and with their new tutoring club that business, offers a balance of Kidtopia, which playtime and learnopened its doors ing for elementary in late December. aged students with The pick-up from local Riverview couple schools. Susan and has three young “Kids will naviNick Clark recently children of their gate between homeopened own, and when Kidtopia, an work time, learning they realized and games, and, of indoor play area and tutor- course, they will love there was ing club in the nowhere close FishHawk Pizza-anchored shopping plaza on all the benefits of the offering them a indoor playground,” FishHawk Blvd. place to play and learn in a fun, clean said Susan, who has 10 years experienvironment, they decided to open their ence as a classroom teacher and District own and Kidtopia was born. Mentor in Hillsborough County Schools. “Our goal is to provide FishHawk with “Parents will have peace of mind knowing a conveniently located state-of-the-art that the program is being supervised by a indoor playground and after-school tutorcertified elementary school teacher.” ing club where kids and parents want to Currently, the $60 annual enrollment visit, while avoiding harsh climate, insects fee is being waived for the 2017-2018 and outdoor allergies,” said Susan, who is school year. Discounted tutoring packalso a fourth grade teacher at Bevis ages are available for students enrolled in Elementary. “Kidtopia is the place to play, the program, but tutoring is also available party and learn.” to the whole community. The 3,000 sq. ft. space formerly Kidtopia offers reasonably priced occupied by Snap Fitness in the concession food and drink items, includFishHawk Pizza-anchored plaza on ing hot dogs, popcorn, fresh baked cookFishHawk Blvd. houses multiple inflataies and coffee. bles, obstacle courses, cannon blasters, Since Kidtopia opened in late ball pits, rock walls and climbing strucDecember, they have had a very positive tures and is open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily for response from the community. play time. The facility is designed for tod“It is a perfect addition to FishHawk,” dlers and elementary school aged chilsaid Pinkal Patel, mother to 7 and 12 dren to enjoy up to two hours of play. All year old girls. “It is a great place for kids children and adults must wear socks to to get their energy out and it is a safe, maintain the cleanliness of the facility. clean environment. Kids are very visible “Rain or shine, we know the imporwhich makes parents feel at ease.” tance of having family outings that will be The Clarks are hoping their space fun-filled, convenient and guarantee that will become a frequent destination for the kids will get their energy out,” said families, play groups and students who Susan, who adds that she and Nick were need a little extra help. always looking for ways to entertain their “I know the importance of quality own three children, nine-year-old education, differentiated instruction and Makayla, Madalyn who is 3 and Mason instilling a love for learning in young kids,” who is 2. “Our space promotes physical said Susan. “Together Nick, who is an activity and builds social skills in a safe, experienced business owner, and I can clean environment.” offer what every parent is seeking for their In addition, Kidtopia offers a private kids, trust, safety and education-focused room, equipped with tables and chairs, fun.” available to rent for parties. The $239 Located at 15276 FishHawk Blvd. in party fee includes up to 20 children for Lithia, Kidtopia is open seven days a two hours and the party host is welcome week from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. For more inforto cater in food, cake and decorations as mation, call 548-1062 or visit they wish. The facility does remain open www.Kidtopiakidz.com.
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Will You Be My Valentine? Loving Treats That Can Be Lethal
By Dr. Jennifer Challenger DVM, MPH
February is a time of year when loved ones express their affection for each other by giving and receiving chocolates and flowers. It is nice to remember our pets on this special day, as well. However, it is never in the best interest of our four-legged friends to give them easy access to chocolates or flowers. As many of you already know, if a pet eats chocolate, there can be serious health consequences. Some of the common side effects include vomiting, diarrhea and even seizures. If you suspect that your pet has ingested any amount of chocolate, you may want to call your veterinarian to alert him or her of the situation. Depending on the type of chocolate eaten, you may have a life-threatening situation or you may just have a mess to clean up with no implications. Your vet may ask you to bring your pet into the office immediately so he or she can empty your pet's stomach and give medications to help reverse the effects. Milk chocolate often only causes diarrhea and vomiting, but the ingestion of even a small amount of dark chocolate or baking chocolate can, in some cases, cause death. It is better to give your pet a treat that is made especially for dogs or cats, and keep your own goodies away from curious paws and mouths.
A beautiful bouquet of Valentine's Day flowers also can have serious health consequences for our pets. Curious cats and dogs often can't resist chewing and eating the leaves and petals of a florist's creations, which can cause digestive problems, heart problems, kidney failure, liver disease and/or seizures. That's why it is so important to display your flowers out of your pets' reach. Certain flowers can be toxic if eaten. If you suspect or can confirm that your pet has eaten plant leaves or flower petals, the identity of the plant or flower is crucial in determining its toxicity. You can either call the ASPCA'S National Animal Poison Control Center at 1-888-426-4435, or contact your local veterinarian. Common flowers and plants-including some often found in your own backyard-that are especially toxic and can be fatal if ingested include: Oleander, Lilies, Sago Palm nuts and seeds, Castor Bean, Azalea, Rhododendron, Chrysanthemum, Peace Lily, Tulip bulbs, Amaryllis, English Ivy and Autumn Crocus. Everyone loves to receive chocolates, flowers or plants on Valentine's Day. By making sure they are kept away from nosy canines or hungry felines, you can enjoy them safely with no fears of accidentally poisoning your pets. And remember to make the day special for pets by giving lots of love, extra attention and a few safe pet treats.
Good Samaritan Mission Goes Mobile—Plus, A New Location For Its Annual Salsa Festival
By Amanda Boston
Established in 1984, the Good Samaritan Mission (GSM) is closing its doors in Wimauma and going mobile. As the housing industry pushes further into Wimauma, the local Hispanic farmworker popu- The Salsa Festival is lation continues to a free event with games, activities, be pushed out. salsa sampling, "Going mobile yummy eats and with our ministry is entertainment for the whole family. a natural next step,” said Reverend Bill Cruz, the executive director of GSM. “Rather than staying in our facility and inviting people to come, we are, literally, going to them.” GSM will take its food pantry ministry and adult education classes on the road as GSMobile. Through the transition, the ministry will continue to serve its original purpose—to improve the quality of life for those in the community through the knowledge of the Gospel and life skill classes. As GSM streamlines its ministry, it will relocate its administrative offices to Sun City. Reverend Cruz believes God is behind the organization’s transformation. “We are seeing more and more centers and businesses opening their doors for us to come in and teach at their facilities, fully aware that we are a Christian organization,” said Reverend Cruz. “We've seen, first-hand, an overall hunger for the message of the Gospel. We are
excited to be part of spreading His Word throughout the community." Amid its transition, the sixth annual Family Salsa Festival will still go on, but it will be held at South Bay Church in Riverview. So, if you like salsa and wish to support GSM, mark your calendar for Saturday, March 3 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. All proceeds will go toward programming and operational expenses. The Family Salsa Festival is a free event and a celebration of community and all things salsa. The festival will feature food trucks, live entertainment, a kids zone with games and activities, salsa dancing, craft vendors, and of course, the sampling of salsa. If you would like to participate as a vendor, salsa dip maker or provide entertainment, please contact Kacey Folger, the community engagement coordinator at 240-4107. South Bay Church is located at 13498 US Hwy 301 S. in Riverview. For more information about the festival, visit familysalsafestival.com. To learn more about GSMobile, visit www.gsmission.org. GSM is always looking for volunteers, especially instructors for the adult education program. To volunteer or donate, call 634-7136.
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Leaven Brewery To Open In Riverview
By Kate Quesada
Local beer derblock. drinkers are in for a “What separates treat. Apollo Beach us from other busiresidents KJ and ness is who we are,” Jillian Lynch are sharsaid Jillian. “I think ing their love of beer we’re lucky in the Bay with the community in Area to have so many their new brewery, great breweries, each Leaven Brewing Co., with their own personwhich is opening its alities, but a concrete doors on Boyette Rd. bar top or painted this month. mural isn’t what Apollo Beach residents KJ and Jillian The brewery, Lynch are opening the doors to Leaven makes you different, Brewing Co. on Boyette Rd. this month. it’s your beer and your located in a 4,000 sq. ft. space in the Anytime Fitness-anchored people.” Shoppes of Boyette, will open to the public KJ has been brewing professionally for with a ribbon cutting and grand opening five years and is looking forward to putting event on March 30. his own personality into the beer at Leaven. The Lynchs, who fell in love over beer “Making beer is like following a baking and got married at a brewery, moved to the recipe,” said Jillian. “All cakes call for similar area from Ft. Myers for KJ to take a posiingredients: flour, sugar, eggs and water, tion with BrewHub in Lakeland and are but it is the process that makes your cake now translating that experience into different than any others. The same goes Leaven. for beer - we all use similar ingredients but Currently, the Lynchs plan to open the it is the process that shapes the beer.” brewery Fridays and Saturdays from 3-10 The couple keeps the brewery’s p.m. offering 12 beers on tap including five Facebook and Instagram pages updated flagships beers, a kolsch, a blonde ale, an and welcomes residents to stop by to IPA, a red ale and an oatmeal stout, that check them out. will always be available, five rotational “I am regularly taken aback at how beers that will match the season, for exam- wonderfully positive the Riverview commuple pumpkin beers or imperial stouts, a nity is, whether it be a comment on cider and a guest tap that will feature beers Instagram or a message on Facebook or from other Florida breweries. The couple even stopping in to introduce themselves will work with food trucks and other local and letting us know they’re excited to have restaurants to offer food to their customers. us here,” said Jillian. “We consider ourKJ and Jillian have been working to selves very lucky.” convert the space from a BBQ restaurant Leaven Brewing Co. is located at to the brewery by covering the ruby red 11238 Boyette Rd. and can be reached at walls with herringbone wood and have 677-7023. Visit www.leavenbrewing.com painted a large mural on the existing cinfor more information.
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Congregation Beth Broadway and Shalom of Brandon will tickets for two to hold its annual the Country fundraiser at the River Music Awards in Hills Country Club on Nashville. Ticket Saturday, February 17, packages to area starting at 7 p.m. For attractions will the third year, also be available. Congregation Beth Congregation Shalom is honored to Beth Shalom is a partner again with the 27 year old David Friedman (congregation president), reform synaSpecial Olympics Suzie Baylis and Allison Rapp (Special Florida Healthy gogue in Olympics of Florida) Community for this Brandon, and is a family event. The monies raised at this caring community devoted to ritual and worthwhile event will benefit both the syn- faith. Chief among the congregation’s agogue and the Special Olympics Florida mission is to perform acts of Tikkun Healthy Community. Olam, often rephrased as ‘repairing the The Special Olympics Healthy world.’ Part of this is reflected in Community is a premier, health care fundraising for worthy causes, in this delivery approach that focuses on the case jointly Special Olympics Florida whole person with an intellectual or devel- Healthy Community Tampa Bay and the opmental disability and provides integratcongregation. ed health care coordination. Baylis said, “Our congregation also Fundraising Chairperson Suzie does many other things for the commuBaylis said, “By offering a fun evening of nity. We welcome all to come see what dining, music, dancing and Mardi Gras, we are about. We have an inter-faith with a low ticket price, we hope to attract reach out group that does month getthe members of our community to buy a togethers with other religions in the area ticket and come out and support those to knock down stereotypes and extend a who need a little help.” hand of friendship. We also support variThis year’s event, Mardi Gras, Gala ous food banks, and senior residents for a Cause, will be especially memothroughout the year.” rable and fun. The evening will feature Tickets for the fundraiser cost $30 games, prizes, dancing, a delicious ‘Big for adults and $15 for children ages 5-12 Easy’ buffet dinner, along with silent and years ago. Children under 5 are free. live auctions. Among the many items to Tickets may be purchased on line, at: be auctioned are a NASCAR driving http://www.bethshalom-brandon.org/. experience, a Top Gun flight experiRiver Hills Country Club is located ence, two VIP tickets to Hamilton on at 3945 New River Hills Pkwy. in Valrico.
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Epic Fantasy By Local Author Set To Release February By Amy Schechter
A hidden celesalways had a book in her tial kingdom faces hand.” Then, with the support its greatest adverof her family, she finished at sary as a paladin Temple University and headfrom beyond the ed to the Art Institute of Ft. blue uncovers a Lauderdale and later the Los secret that could Angeles Film School where unravel their very she honed her skills eventualexistence. ly writing for film and televiInterested yet? This sion across all genres. What is the teaser from was first “chasing the dream” local author, Tara has become a reality. Knight’s, newest Her versatility as a writer novel, Beyond the is expressed not only in what Blue A Journey she has written for the screen, but her first novel, Through the The Well, is a faith-based Heavens, and you story told through will not want to put the eyes of a nonit down. The great news is that Christian young it will be available by the end woman who finds of February 2018, so you can herself thrust into get your hands on a copy and working in a maybe even track down Christian bookstore. Knight to sign your copy. When asked why, An epic tale, Knight Knight’s fervor really describes Beyond the Blue as took hold: “I go something for older teens and wherever the story adults who love to immerse Tara Knight unveils first of themselves in fantastical takes me. For me, trilogy: Beyond the Blue A worlds. “It’s an unpredictable most Christian ficJourney Through the Heavens. journey that people will have fun with,” tion reads like sermons rather than stoKnight exclaims as she hints at the fastries. I wrote a book I would want to paced action, royal family intrigue, and read.” And you will because her style is people who could seemingly be a lot like relatable and engaging, immersing the you and me except with special powers. reader directly into the plot. This will be the first in a trilogy that is For more information, visit her websure to be a page-turner. site at www.authortaraknight.com. From Once a law student, Knight always there, you can contact her manager, knew her passion was storytelling. She Kailey Marsh, or sign up for her newsletsaid, “My mother was the start of it. She ter, so you’ll be first to be in the know.
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Where do children go during a family crisis when the issue does not warrant foster care? For at-risk families facing challenges like sudden unemployment, loss of housing or an acute illness, the Safe Families for Children™ program exists to fill the gap. Through the program, children do not become part of the state foster care system. Instead, the nonprofit ministry places children ages newborn through17 years old into loving Christian homes while parents work through their crisis. Every effort is made to keep siblings together. While enrolled in the Safe Families program, children live with host families for an average of 45 days as parents seek the help they need through different agencies. Safe Families for Children™ falls under the umbrella of Bethany Christian Services™, a faith-based national child welfare organization. Kevin Trotter, Florida’s Director of Bethany Christian Services, launched the Safe Families for Children program in the Tampa Bay area in 2013. Christina McGee, who supervises Florida’s Safe Families for Children™ said, “We currently have 30 host families in the Tampa area but would love to double that so we can reach more
families.” McGee explained that host families have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on a child's life by sharing the Gospel of Christ to every child they host. Furthermore, the at-risk parents have frequent communication with the host families, which often blossom into harmonious relationships between the host family and parents. McGee continued, “All our host families are volunteers and Christian. We require an extensive background check, references from a pastor, two personal references, interviews and home screenings.” The program enables host families to specifically choose the children they prefer to host such as age, gender, etc. Moreover, support systems are in place to encourage the host families. If you are interested in becoming a host family, visit https://safe-families.org/. Also, if know of a family who could benefit from Safe Families for Children™, the intake line is 4448543. Bethany Christian Services also provides family counseling, pregnancy support, adoption services and postadoption support. For more information on Bethany Christian Services, visit www.bethany.org/florida.
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Thomas C. Kirkland (Chris) is an Agent for Harvard Risk Management Corporation. With so many people losing their identiLiving Healthy Program ty every year, he Offered At The Bridges now markets Developed at Stanford services for indiUniversity, the ‘Chronic Disease Chris Kirkland will help protect viduals, families you from identity theft. Self-Management Program,’ will and businesses be offered at The Bridges designed to proAssisted Living Community in partnership tect them in the Information Age. He with Senior Connection Center, Inc. This offers identity theft protection, legal profree six-week course will build particitection, telemedicine and cyber crime perpants’ confidence in their ability to mansonnel training. age their health and maintain active and Kirkland retired from the military and fulfilling lives. Participants with chronic is new to the area. diseases such as arthritis, heart disease, Call 409-5566 or email diabetes, bronchitis, emphysema, asthma Chris.Kirkland@harvardbenefits.com. and epilepsy will learn to manage sympVisit toms, work with their healthcare team, https://IDShieldoverview.com/282777. exercise safely and easily, solve problems and relax. Those who have comDavid Weekley Opens In Waterset pleted this program spent fewer days in Garden Series the hospital and demonstrated significant David Weekley Homes, the nation’s improvements in exercise, health distress, largest private home builder, has added fatigue, self-reported general health and six new floor plans and 32 homesites in more. Classes will be held every Tuesday the master-planned, Apollo Beach-area from March 6 to April 10 from 1-3:30 p.m. community of Waterset Garden Series. in the Clubhouse at The Bridges. Class Priced from the $235s, Weekley’s size is limited. Please call Janet at 4138900 to register. Continued on Next Page
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Waterset Garden Series homes range in size from 1,800 to 2,300 sq. ft. and are situated on 40-ft. homesites. The fully-furnished model home, The Queensgate, will feature three bedrooms, two full bathrooms and a two-car garage and will be available for tours beginning in late March. Community amenities in Waterset include The Landing Club and Café, with a pool and fitness center, three community parks, walking trails and playgrounds. Waterset Garden Series is located close to Apollo Beach, Tampa Bay and a variety of shopping and dining options. The builder also features the Cottage Series in Waterset, situated on 60-ft. homesites. Call 866-4933553 for more information.
Vernon And Christine Elliott Joins Cruise Planners As Franchise Owners
Vernon and Christine Elliott have joined Cruise Planners, an American Express Travel Representative, the nation’s largest home-based travel agent franchise network in the industry. Affiliation means the Elliott’s now offer travelers specialized land vacation and tour packages to the most sought-after destinations around the world. As Cruise Planners travel advisors, the Elliott’s also provide exclusive pricing on a wide range of cruise and destination wedding packages, private cruise sales, as well as cabin upgrades and special amenities such as shore excursions, discounted fares, travel gifts and more. Vernon and Christine specialize in land and group travel. Visit www.whywaittravel.com or Facebook.com/whywaittravel.
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Tax World is a complete service tax prep office, which does business and personal returns and amendments and specializes in farm returns. It will help with letters from the IRS. Tax World does everything legally possible to get you the biggest refund. When you come into the office, your mind will be put at ease. Taxes are something we
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have to deal with, but you don’t have to stress over it. Tax World is also a notary. The owner is Mike Niezodzki. Tax World is located at 100 Frandorson Circle Ste. 202 in Apollo Beach. Hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Call 651-9500 or email Michael.Niezgodzki@gmail.com.
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Veracity Pharmacy is located in Gibsonton. It is a community pharmacy offering a variety of services including Over the Counter (OTC) medications, prescriptions, wellness supplements and home delivery. Veracity Pharmacy integrates new technology, analyzed research to provide compounded medication to help patients and medical practitioners with their practices beliefs while enhancing patient care and the quality of life in our communities. The most innovative technology is implemented to measure precise strength of all dosage forms. Veracity Pharmacy adheres to stringent quality standards for PCAB accreditation and the Florida board of pharmacy inspection annually. Its mission is to continuously provide reliable, optimum patient care and resources dedicated to the development of specialized, convention medications that sets the standard for quality and modernization in our industry. Professionals will always remain adaptable to changing market conditions while providing and supporting an interactive network that encourages knowledgeable collaboration among health care professionals and patients. Veracity Pharmacy is located at 13135 Kings Lake Dr. #102 in Gibsonton. Visit www.veracitypharmacy.com or call 677-8811.
care, free nutritional counseling and free yoga with membership. Its mission is to ignite global health transformation through empowering women to maximize the quality of their lives. Burn Boot Camp seeks to build confidence, happiness, and disciplines that transcend fitness into a community of mentally, emotionally, and physically strong women, vowing to educate, influence, and inspire every life it touches. There are currently 112 locations in 34 states. Burn Boot Camp is located at 106 Harbor Village Lane in Apollo Beach. Hours are 5-11:30 a.m. and 4:307:30 p.m. Call 240-8224. Visit https://burnbootcamp.com/locations/south -shore-fl/ and on Facebook at Burn Boot Camp South Shore.
Medical Marijuana Treatment Clinics Of Florida
Medical Marijuana Treatment Clinics of Florida is opening soon at 1647 Sun City Center Plaza, Room 202B. It is a Wellness Clinic with a focus on healthy alternative therapies to relieve pain, stress, and many ailments. The atmosphere is calm and relaxed. The staff is welcoming and happy to assist with any questions or concerns. The physicians are reputable and licensed to write scripts to access medical marijuana from Florida dispensaries. According to owners Sonny Davis, CEO, Turner Davis, COO and Dr Joseph Dorn, Manager, “We are the ‘first’ step to take to assist you with attaining your medical marijuana card. Hours are by appointment only. Call 382-0732. Visit www.mmtcfl.com.
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download from the App Store and Google Play. The AxiomGO app enables customers to use their smartphone to deposit checks and pay bills, make person-to-person payments, transfer funds to their non-Axiom accounts while also providing an integrated personal financial manager to create a budget, manage cash flow, set payoff and savings goals and much more. In addition, AxiomGO allows customers to: make purchases quickly and easily with their AxiomGO debit MasterCard®, access over 55,000 nocharge Allpoint® ATMs nationwide, receive notifications of account activity, use direct deposit to eliminate the cost of check cashing and prepaid cards, rely on fully tested security, including Touch ID to guarantee the safety of both their personal information and account detail and invite students to open an account to easily transfer money and avoid overdrafts. AxiomGO takes Axiom Bank beyond the 23 branch locations throughout Florida. It is Central Florida’s second largest community bank by assets. For locations, visit www.AxiomBanking.com.
South Bay Hospital Recognized As A 2017 Pioneer In Quality
The Joint Commission has recognized South Bay Hospital as one of 480 Pioneers in Quality™ for 2017 specifically as a Data Contributor for its contributions to electronic clinical quality measure (eCQM) data for quality improvement in health care. For information, visit www.jointcommission.org/topics/pioneers_in_quality.asp x. For information about South Bay Hospital, call 634-0172 or visit SouthBayHospital.com.
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Annual Award Winners Announced At Greater Riverview Chamber Annual Membership And Awards Dinner
By Debbie Kirkland and Photos Courtesy of Huth and Booth Photography
The Greater Riverview Commissioners Chamber of Commerce Commendation was presentrecently held its Annual ed to 2017 President Elijah Membership and Awards Heath, Edward Jones, as Dinner on January 19. Part acknowledgement of the outof Greater Riverview standing achievements that Chamber of Commerce’s Greater Riverview Chamber core values is ‘Fun’ and with of Commerce realized under that in mind the Incoming his presidency. President chooses a fun Commissioner Stacy White theme each year for this was on hand to present this Membership Dinner. This Commendation. year was no different with In addition to Elijah turnCoastal Catering Business Of The Year. Jerry Rothstein Volunteer of the Year Presdient Sharon Roush. 2018 President Sharon ing over the gavel to 2018 Roush, South Bay Hospital, President Sharon Roush, he choosing ‘Get on Board the also provided a glowing recap Member Ship’ to create a cruise of the year’s amazing results type atmosphere within The and gave thanks to the Board Regent. Master of Ceremonies, of Directors, Ambassadors Jim Smeaton, Charles Rutenberg and staff for all of their sup- Home Sales Tampa Bay, décor port. Later in the program and music provider On The Move President Roush swore in the GRCC 2018 Board of Productions, catering from Livy Directors and encouraged the O’s Catering Co. and balloon dismembers to help the plays from Inflated Expressions Chamber reach even higher all contributed to the fun energy Shirley Bhat Shining Star of theYear Joe Elleto Ambassador of the Year Superior Residences Business Of The Year. that was felt throughout the accomplishments in the comMichael Beiter and Preservation 1st Business of the Year with 5 or less event. ing year. Financial Group, LLC, Shirley Bhat. employees went to Southshore Insurance Each year Greater Riverview Special thanks to the top sponsors: Joe Eletto, Century 21 Beggins, Professionals, LLC; Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) presSouth Bay Hospital, Brandon Regional received the 2017 Ambassador of the Business of the Year with up to 20 ents eight awards to very deserving Hospital, CenterState Bank, Year. The 2017 Margy Watkins Volunteer employees: Coastal Catering; Business members during their Annual #Asphaltbabe, The Mosaic Company, St. of the Year award was presented to Jerry Joseph's Hospital – South, Suncoast of the Year with over 20 employees: Membership Dinner. The awards include Rothstein, Keep I.T. Simple Computer Superior Residences of Brandon Memory the Businesses of the Year as well as Credit Union, The Regent, Riverview Services. The 2017 Shining Star was Care. individual recognition for members who Mortgage, Tampa Electric Company and awarded to Shirley Bhat and 2017 Citizen Thatcher Properties. This year’s 2018 Honorary Mayor of have gone above and beyond for this of the Year went to Dr. Kimberly Tyson, Riverview is Bryan Thatcher, Thatcher Chamber and/or their community. For information on the GRCC, visit Four Paws Veterinary Hospital. Properties. His Deputy Mayors are Annual awards were presented to www.RiverviewChamber.com or call the A Hillsborough County Dennis Napoli, Gecko Floor Care, LLC, the following: office at 234-5944.
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Plenty to Love At Gardenville Senior Center Gardenville Senior Center will hold a Valentine’s Day Celebration on Wednesday, February 14 at 11 a.m. Join in for music and Valentine’s Day trivia. On Thursday, February 15, join in for a wellness presentation: Healthy Eating for Active Lifestyles. Learn how to keep your body healthy by eating properly. Gardenville Senior Center is located at 6215 Symmes Rd. in Gibsonton. Call 671-7601for more information.
Disney On Ice Presents Reach For The Stars
Take adventure to new heights as Mickey, Minnie and your friends from around the Disney Kingdom come
together when Disney On Ice presents Reach For The Stars arrives in Tampa from Thursday to Sunday, March 22-25 at Amalie Arena.Tickets are on sale now. Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and Goofy set the stage for a star-studded talent extravaganza as Disney On Ice presents Reach For The Stars. Unleash the magic with royal sisters Anna and Elsa and the hilarious snowman, Olaf, as they sing captivating songs like Let it Go and In Summer. Life is the bubbles when Sebastian strikes up his hot crustacean band and the Daughters of Triton make a splash as they introduce Ariel in an ‘80s pop montage. Get tangled up with a chorus of harmless hooligans when they get a visit from the spirited Rapunzel and her charming ally, Flynn Rider, on their journey to see the floating lights. Relive a Tale as Old as Time when Belle opens her heart to new adventures and the Beast’s enchanted objects take center stage for a dazzling skating spectacle inviting audiences to Be Our Guest. Performances will take place on Thursday, March 22 at 7:30 p.m.,
Friday, March 23 at 7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, March 24 and 25 at 11 a.m., 3 and 7 p.m. Visit Facebook: www.facebook.com/Disney OnIce; Twitter: @DisneyOnIce #DisneyOnIce #ReachForTheStars, YouTube: www.youtube.com/DisneyOnI ce and Instagram: @DisneyOnIce
Homeschool Day At Cracker Country
At Homeschool Day at Cracker Country, students will learn about the lives of settlers in rural Florida before the turn of the 20th century through hands-on activities that would have been familiar to a child growing up in a Florida farming community over 100 years ago. Educators in historic dress will be on hand to welcome guests to the 1885
Carlton House, railroad depot, general store, church and more authentic structures. Along the way, young learners will make their own toys, dolls and helpful items for the household. They will also learn to operate an early 20th century printing press and make their own postcard. Homeschool Day will take place on Tuesday, March 13 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Activities are designed to capture the interests of students of all ages. Groups can tour at own pace and choose level of participation. The cost is $8 per person from ages 4-adult. Children 3 and under are free. This event is very popular so advance ticket purchase is recommended. Cracker Country is located at the Florida State Fairgrounds--Orient Road Entrance where there is free parking.
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The Tampa Bay Chief Petty Officers Association meets the fourth Thursday each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Tampa Buffet, 3904 S. Dale Mabry, Britton Plaza in Tampa. The association is open to active duty and retired
fund during the year and coordinates with the active duty Chiefs Association (Suncoast CPOA) at MacDill for many of these events. Included are the AirFest at MacDill and the annual Army-Navy game at a Beef O'Brady's in the area. The TBCPOA has a closed Facebook group, TBCPOA, with meeting calendar of events. More information is available from Chuck Peterman, President, TBCPOA at 767-1569.
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East Hillsborough Democratic Club Meets
The February meeting of the East Hillsborough Democratic Club will be on Tuesday February 13 at Beef O'Brady's, 4330 Bell Shoals Rd. in Valrico. Bring family and friends at 6 p.m. for the meet and greet, meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. The scheduled speaker for February is Deborah Meegan Director of The Outreach Clinic. Visit www.easthillsboroughdems.org. The Riverview Unit and the Sgt. Walter P Ryan Detachment Summerfield Ladies Club of the Marine Corps League partnered in presenting 91The Summerfield Ladies year-old William Munch with a popup recliner chair in January. Munch is a WWII Army Veteran who served in Club regular business meetthe Philippines. ing will be held on Thursday,
Don’t miss out the Riverview Garden Club’s big event of the year. Its annual 2018 plant and Rummage Sale will take place on Saturday, February 24 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. or until sell-out. Half priced plants, clothing, toys, jewelry, household items, baked goods at the Riverview Civic Center, 11020 Park Dr. in AMERICAN PICKERS Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz. Riverview. The sale is cash only. Admission and parking are free. For Navy and Coast Guard Chief Petty information call 654-6987. Officers. It supports the Navy community and award an annual scholarship AMERICAN PICKERS To Film In to a deserving member or relative of a Florida TBCPOA member. The TBCPOA Mike Wolfe, Frank Fritz, and their holds fund raisers for the scholarship
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March 1 at 11 a.m. at the Community Center. Lunch and entertainment will be provided. The club will be collecting food for Hospice pantry, and can tabs. There will be a fun auction at the Community Center, on Thursday, February 15. Please donate an item if you can. Ladies Club will host Bingo on Thursday, February 22 at 11 a.m. at the Community Center. Guest and visitors are welcome. On March 15, enjoy Christmas in March. Please bring a White Elephant gift to exchange. This will be at the Community Center at 11 a.m. Ladies Club will host Bingo on Thursday, March 22 at 11 a.m. at the Community Center. Visitors and Guest are welcome. For more information regarding the Summerfield Ladies Club, please email ettajean51@yahoo.com.
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Custom Cleanups, LLC is a small locally-owned residential cleaning company that has teamed up with Cleaning For A Reason, an international nonprofit serving women with cancer. The company is dedicated to helping make family life easi- Jacqueline Costello, the er and focuses owner of Custom Cleanups, LLC offers on giving great free house cleanquality services women ing to cancer patients at reasonable during treatment. rates. Custom Cleanups understands that it is important to build long-term relationships with their clients and makes sure each client gets the personal experience. “I am a cancer survivor myself so I know how big of a gift it is to receive help during treatment,” stated owner Jacqueline Costello. “As a way to give back these women in need, there is no better way I know than to provide patients and families with the gift of a clean and comfortable home. These patients need to focus on their health and family not on cleaning their homes.” Custom Cleanups has agreed to help women battling cancer by cleaning two homes per month for four consecutive months at no charge. The only require-
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Firehouse Cultural Center Presents Gala 2018 ‘Come Away To A Magical And Mystical Island’
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The Firehouse based. Scholarships are Cultural Center in available to students of all Ruskin is holding its ages who wish to particiGala 2018 with a pate in workshops, classes theme of Come and summer art camps. In Away to a Magical 2017, we award over 150 and Mystical Island scholarships, many to our on Saturday, March summer art camp.” 3. This year’s gala is Vahue added, “The hosted by Danita and Firehouse Cultural Center is Glenn Dickman. The a vital addition to the quality gala will be held at of life and the economic ‘Dickman Island’ development of the South located at 19th Ave. Shore region. The NW in Ruskin. The Help raise funds for one of south Firehouse Cultural Center Hillsborough County’s best arts provides varied programs, Firehouse Cultural and education centers, the Center's Gala 2018 classes, workshops and Firehouse Cultural Center in is honored to have performances in all the arts: Ruskin. Danita and Glenn Dickman as this year’s performing, visual and literary. Engaging Honorary Chairs. programs are also brought to our commuSunset cocktails and hors d’oeuvres nities through the Firehouse Cultural will be served from 6 to 8 p.m. and dinner Center’s partnerships with Arts Education will be served at 8 p.m. Cocktail attire is @Straz Center, Ruskin Public Library, requested for the event that will be held in Arts in Education, Hillsborough County a garden setting. Schools. In 2017, with your support, we Space for the event is limited, so hosted field trips for over 1,200 students RSVP as soon as possible. Tickets to the from eight schools, over 2,300 families event are $175 for individuals, $300 for and children participated in our Manatee couples and $1200 for a reserved table Arts Festival art activities and in our 4th for eight. All proceeds from the gala bene- Annual Holiday Concert. Nearly 100 stufit the Firehouse Cultural Center and their dents participated in summer art camps, efforts to provide scholarships for families and over 4,200 participated in our workand children. This would include scholarshops, classes, performances and panel ships for summer camps, classes and discussions.” workshops and other events held at the To RSVP for the Firehouse Cultural center. Center's Gala 2018, please call 645-7651 Georgia Vahue, Executive Director of or go online to www.firehouseculturalcenthe Firehouse Cultural Center said, ter.org. The Firehouse Cultural Center, "While many of the Firehouse Cultural located at 101 1st. Ave NE in Ruskin, is a Center programs are free, some are fee501(c)(3) non-profit.
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Awards And Tributes Take Center Stage At SouthShore Chamber Havana Nights Themed Annual Banquet
By Michelle Colesanti and Photos Courtesy of Lois Kindle
SouthShore community. Due to his love of fishing, the Mullet Man Fishing Scholarship will be given annually to a SouthShore child to attend the Hillsborough County Saltwater Fishing Camp fishing camp at EG Simmons The Enterprising Latinas were recognized as the ‘Domino Effect’ Non-Profit of the Year. Park. Ron Fagen Drew Anklin of Drews RV Tech receives the new member Awards were given as follows: Simpson worked ‘Mover & Shaker’ award from Deb Adams at the SouthShore and also * The ‘Alvarez & Madden, Person of Chamber Banquet. In memory of Ron Simpson, who passed with the to Ron the Year’ Award went to Kathy Wallin. away in 2017, an outdoor classroom will be SouthShore Simpson, who both passed away in * The ‘Mover & Shaker’ award to (New place at the Firehouse Cultural Center. attending activities and volChamber 2017. Member) to Drews RV Tech. Welcome to ‘Havana Nights.’ unteering as much as possible. He * Dottie Minnick, Hillsborough That was the theme for this year’s was a supporter and champion of the County Small Business SouthShore Chamber of SouthShore Community. In his memDevelopment Center, received the Commerce Annual Membership & ory, an outdoor classroom will be ‘Exceeding Expectations’ Award. Awards Dinner held on January 20 placed at the Firehouse Cultural * Kelly Caldwell from My Warrior’s at Southshore Falls. Center. Place received the ‘Bruce Sheller & Over 200 chamber members The Shirley May Military Award.’ and guests enjoyed an evening of Chamber * The ‘Domino Effect’ Non-Profit of music and dancing along with the thanks its the Year went to Enterprising awarding of awards to local busisponsors Latinas. nesses and residents. and volun* Amy Modglin, Modglin Leadership With the New Year comes a teers who Solutions, received the ‘Award of new Chamber President. Current helped to Steve Fagen, known Influence.’ President, Deb Adams from First make the as ‘The Mullet Man,’ was Citrus Bank, passed the gavel to event possiFlorida born and raised. As well as the awards, there were incoming President Shawn Geitner ble. He was very well known in the tributes to ‘The Mullet Man’, Steve from Beleave Teas.
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Riverview High School’s Theatre Program Receives Valuable Donation
By Kathy L. Collins
Tampa’s historic shows will be permovie palace, the formed at Riverview Tampa Theatre, High School’s recently underwent Theatre located at a multi-million dollar 11311 Boyette Rd in first phase renovaRiverview at 7 p.m. tion. They have Casey replaced seats and Vaughan, Theatre carpets. Then, the Director for 40-year-old red Riverview High stage curtain closed School said, “We for the last time and are incredibly gratewas replaced with a ful for the donation peacock blue, pinfrom the Tampa striped grand drape Riverview High School’s Theatre Directory, Theatre.” Vaughan Casey Vaughan recently picked up a and new handvaluable donation- the Tampa Theatre’s added, “We are painted valances. 40-year-old red stage curtains. The award- hopeful that after its winning theatre program will put this The artists from life onstage, we donation to good use in their auditorium EverGreene be able to may located in Riverview. Architectural Arts repurpose the mateand iWeiss Theatrical Solutions were able rial for much needed sound paneling to replicate the original striped drape and around our auditorium. Currently, we are take inspiration from a 1926 set piece not sure exactly how we are going to do built into the proscenium arch to create that as the curtain is red and does not the bold new valance. match the school colors, but we are figurRather than scrap the well worn red ing it out. Mostly, we are just blessed to curtains, the Tampa Theatre was happy have this amount of fabric donated, as to donate the old fabric and have a little we raise all of the money for the in-class piece of history live on in Tampa’s artistic and extracurricular requirements of the community. program by ourselves.” The main red curtains have been Vaughan, who is a graduate of donated to Riverview High School’s Riverview High School, is in her fifth year award-winning theatre program. The curof teaching. She has been with Riverview tains were featured as a backdrop in The High School for four years. Complete Works of Shakespeare For more information on the Tampa (Abridged) which was performed in early Theatre, please visit February. They will be featured again in A www.tampatheatre.org. For more inforChorus Line which will be performed on mation on Riverview High School’s Thursday, February 15, Friday, February Theatre program, please call 671-5011 or 16, and Saturday, February 17. The email rvhstheatre@gmail.com.
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Not Your Normal Entertainment Brings High Quality Music To Eastern Hillsborough County
By Kathy L. Collins
Not Your Normal This is a musical that has Entertainment is a never been performed in new and unique prothe South. If/Then simultaduction company that neously follows one provides residents of woman’s two possible life all ages with an opporpaths, painting a deeply tunity to take music moving portrait of the lives lessons and performwe lead, as well as the lives ance opportunities. we might have led. Not Your Normal A VIP Reception is Entertainment is the planned at 6:30 p.m. The brain child of Joe and Not Your Normal Entertainment is a show will be performed at 8 new production company that offers Andy Scarbrough. area residents the opportunity to be p.m. The cost to attend the a part of unique entertainment either VIP Reception is $50. “We believe that singing together is the as a performer or audience member. Additional shows will be best way to build relaperformed on Saturday, tionships, understand others, and spread March 16 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, March love and diversity throughout the eastern 17 at 2 and 8 p.m. the venue for If/Then Hillsborough County area,” explained is Plant City Entertainment’s Theatre Andy. located at 101 N. Thomas St. in Plant How do they do this? Quite Simply, City. Tickets for the shows on March 16 Not Your Normal Entertainment gives and 17 are $22 if purchased online and people a chance to be a part of a com$25 if purchased at the door. munity chorus, voluntary orchestra and The community chorus performs two community theatre. They also offer music shows per year- one in May and one in lessons. December. They also perform at Disney’s What sets them apart is that the Candlelight Procession. Members of the community theatre uses only live music public are invited to take part. with a voluntary orchestra and is for Not Your Normal Entertainment also adults who want to have an evening out offers Music For Hire, so if you are having close to home. “If adults want good enter- an event in your home or business, you tainment, they have to go to Tampa. No can have a jazz ensemble or even one in the area is doing modern, edgy Victorian Carolers perform. and thought-provoking theatre,” said Venues for the community theatre Andy. and community chorus change dependThe community theatre will perform ing on the show. several shows throughout the year. The Not Your Normal Entertainment is debut of Not Your Normal Entertainment’s based in Riverview. For more information community theatre will be on Saturday, and to purchase tickets, please visit March 10 with a performance of If/Then. www.NYNEshows.com or call 551-2849.
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SouthShore Regional Library Presents Annual Instructors’ Show The There are three SouthShore pieces in monk’s disRegional Library play. Cheryl Wolfe, in Ruskin continPrincipal Librarian at ues its committhe SouthShore ment to showcasRegional Library said, ing local artists. “The show, featuring The SouthShore drawing and painting, Regional Library’s Crawford Gallery The artwork of the instructors who teach brings together a others how to create original works of art is group of talented and is the setting for on display at the SouthShore Regional the Annual Library now through the end of February. experienced artists. The participating Instructors’ Show. artists regularly exhibit in shows, and The show is on view now through the we are pleased to exhibit their pieces in end of February. The SouthShore the Crawford Art Gallery.” Regional Library is located at 15816 Through funding from the Beth Shields Way in Ruskin. Community Foundation of Tampa Bay, There are four instructors whose the SouthShore Regional Library is able original artwork is featured in the show. These include Arthur Dillard, a watercol- to offer art classes and even increase or artist, who has four pieces on display. the number of classes that are offered. Wolfe added, “The library’s highly Dillard is an award-winning artist whose committed art educators bring their artwork features African Americans. expertise to every class and instruct on Anne Walker has six acrylic paintproper technique. Class participants ings on display. Walker’s work is bright, then can apply the techniques and crecolorful and full of life. The six pieces ate original works of art in a supportive are all very different and each tells a environment. The art instructors go so story. many extra miles for the library and truly Diane Simon has five pieces of make the art program a success.” watercolor art on display. Simon’s artThe SouthShore Regional Library work shows great attention to detail and has issued A Call To Artists for the is lovely to view. upcoming 3rd Annual Tampa Bay Artist patsy monk (lower case is LibCon which takes place in May. The correct) works with Zentangle, a relaxapplication deadline is March 17. ing and fun way to create beautiful Please visit http://www.hcplc.org. images by drawing structured patterns.
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Vitoria Ginty And Ladyhawke Perform Locally Throughout The Area Apollo avid of music connoisBeach area seurs. Ginty said, residents, "The band is comVictoria Ginty posed of great musiand her band, cians. One of the Ladyhawke things I work at in bring big, choosing and writing brassy, soulful our music is that I like blues sounds to keep as much of it along with as possible, very Victoria Ginty and Ladyhawke will perform their powerful danceable." unique blend of Blues, R&B, Soul and vocals, to their Americana at Lattitudes Apollo in Apollo Beach The band was on Friday, March 16. Come out and listen to performances. formed in 2015.They this great band which is composed of talented, Lucky for all of have quickly gained local musicians. us, Victoria many fans that travel Ginty and Ladyhawke play locally at sevacross several counties to see them pereral area venues, including Latitudes form. Apollo located in Apollo Beach and the Ginty is originally from Michigan. She Firehouse Cultural Center in Ruskin. You moved to Florida when she was just 13 can see the band at their next performyears old. Ginty has been performing for ance at Latitudes Apollo on Friday, March many years. She has lived in Apollo 16 from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Latitudes Beach for 14 years. Apollo is located at 131 Harbor Village Ginty and the band are set to release Lane in Apollo Beach. There is no cover. a new album, Victoria Ginty at Ginty said, "I absolutely love this Greaseland (Unfinished Business), in community. We love bringing music that early 2018. Ginty and the band recorded is not your typical 'bar music.' It is full of their first CD while performing at the artistically arranged music. We play often Firehouse Cultural Center. Live at the enough in the area that we make the Firehouse was made with recordings of unfamiliar familiar." the show that were featured on WPHX Victoria Ginty and Ladyhawke's style The Phoenix 101.9 FM radio. The band is fuses swampy Blues, R&B, Soul, and currently working on another studio projAmericana. They perform a number of ect due to be released in early 2018. original compositions and covers that are For information, visit sure to please the palette of the most VictoriaGintyandLadyhawke.com.
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Bait And Tackle-A Great Catch
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On any most known for given day, if you Stand up Jig visit Bait and Heads," he comTackle of Apollo mented. He has Beach, you may a large display of find JC Krucz Tackle and Kruczewski sitting behind proudly notes that the counter making cast he will someday moldings of Egg Sinkers follow in his and Split Shot Sinkers. father's footsteps Kruczewski, born and and continue the raised in Lithia is the Krucz Tackle line. owner of Bait and Tackle As noted on of Apollo Beach. He was its Facebook a contractor before openpage, Robert ing the doors in October Bait and Tackle of Apollo Beach has all Cameron, one of 2016. the bait and fishing supplies you will Kruczewski’s need for a great day out on the water. clients, said, “J.C. The shop offers live and frozen bait including live shrimp, pin and his people really want to make sure fish and fiddler crabs. Artificial bait and you get the best bait out there and they fishing tackle/accessories like rods, reels, work very hard to provide that. It’s been nets, lures, sunglasses and apparel are fun watching this bait shop grow and get also available. better and better with each passing week. He chose the Apollo Beach location We haven't had a bait shop in Apollo because it is near the marinas, boat Beach for the 21 years I have lived here ramps and numerous fishing groups. and it's about time.” Kruczewski said, "Business has been Bait and Tackle of Apollo Beach is so great, we expanded into the next unit located at 6040 U.S. Hwy. 41 N. in Apollo giving us 1,600 sq. ft. of room. We were Beach. able to add a large variety of rods, reels The hours are Monday to Saturday and more fishing gear for the recreational from 6 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sundays from 6 and professional fisherman." a.m.-6 p.m. It is also open on holidays. Fishing is in his blood. “My father is in Please call ahead to reserve your the fishing tackle business. When I was 8 bait. Kayak rentals are also available. years old, my father, Julius Kruczewski, For more information on Bait and Tackle, Sr. founded Krucz Fishing Tackle. He is call 296-7735.
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ing with live ‘swimming’ bait. Even with the slightest movement, reel and set the hook. The bag limit for sheepshead is 15 per person and the minimum size is 12” total length. If you do plan on keeping some fish to eat, I recommend only keeping the larger fish (15”+). Due to the large ribcage (drum) the yield on a smaller fish is not what you might expect. In addition to the sheeps, we have also been getting some tripletail when the weather permits. This time of year is stone crab season which means the bay is loaded with strings of traps (buoys) throughout the bay and beaches. When the winds are down and the sun is out, you can find these fish feeding and warming up near the surface around the buoys. It is pretty much 100% sight fishing. When you find a buoy with a tripletail, present the bait up current and let it drift back towards the fish. They will most always be looking into the flow for any potential food floating by. They will take a variety of baits
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Jeff & Penny Vinik To Be Honored At YMCA Signature Event Jeff and Penny Vinik will receive the Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA’s 2018 Community Impact Award on Tuesday, February 27 at 6 p.m. The Regions Community Impact Dinner will be emceed by ABC Action News’ Good Morning Tampa Bay Anchors Deiah Riley & James Tully at the Pepin’s Hospitality Centre at 4121 N. 50th St. in Tampa. More than 500 guests will enjoy dinner, awards presentations and videos showcasing the Tampa
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Hawthorne Health & Rehabilitation Center hosts a monthly support group for those diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease and care-
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School’s Tampa Bay campus’ Carpet Affair’ Justice Patricia Boyle Class on Saturday, February were presented with juris doctor 24 to celebrate the degrees during the law school’s work of BLSA and commencement ceremony on honor Senior Judge January 13 at the University of Perry Little of the 13th South Florida’s Marshall Center. Judicial Circuit. During the valedictory The event will Compiled by Michelle Colesanti, remarks, Robert Johnson told his begin at 7 p.m. at The michelle@ospreyobserver.com classmates, “As future attorneys, Event Factory; a banwhat we do today, matters tomorquet hall located at row. The compassion towards 7565 W. Hillsborough our clients and how we approach Ave. in Tampa. The Winter Carnival At Boyette Springs and handle each case sets the black-tie event will also include a Elementary for outcomes thereprecedent cocktail hour, the dinner program will Boyette Springs Elementary after. The work you do now will begin at 8 p.m. and dancing will folSchool will hold its Winter Carnival on RCMA Wimauma Academy recognizes its Kiwanis have impact for years and years low. Saturday, February 17 from 1-5 p.m. Terrific Kids for January. 1st row: Lipzy Antonio, Emilio to come.” Little was appointed to the Juarez, Jose Cruz; 2nd row: Jacxiri Barrios, Aylin During the carnival, the school will Each class at WMU-Cooley Castro, Santiago Aguirre, Alisson Miranda; 3rd row: Hillsborough County Court System in also be celebrating its 25th Tania Castro, Rigoberto Santiago, Briseida Mejia, Maria bears the name of a distin1977 by Gov. Herrera. guished member of the legal proRubin Askew. fession. The January 2018 class The Firehouse Cultural Center will He was the is named after Michigan Supreme hold a Children’s Art Studio on second African Court Justice Patricia Boyle. In 1978, from February 17 – April 14 Saturdays American Jimmy Carter selected Boyle President from 10 a.m.-12 Noon. appointed to as a judge on the U.S. District Court This will include fun and creative the for the Eastern District of Michigan in art activities for grades 1-6. Hillsborough Detroit. After five years on the federal range from Printmaking Activities County bench. bench, Boyle stepped down when she to Kaleidoscopes to Mobile making For over 12 was chosen by Gov. James Blanchard and much more. The instructions are years, Little to join the Michigan Supreme Court as Dee Hood and Susan Fredericks. presided as a an associate justice. The cost is $15 Non-member/$10 traffic judge Member. There is special discount and county Riverview Wrestling takes fhsaa 3a district 7 champions. This is the pricing for two or more children. You court judge. first year for fhsaa Wrestling to have a dual state series. must call the office at 645-7651 to Gov. Lawton receive the multiple children discount. Chiles appointAnniversary Celebration. The ceremoThere will be no children’s art ed him to the Circuit Court in 1993 ny is from 1-2 p.m. student on March 10 (Manatee Arts where he served in the Juvenile and The carnival is open to the public. Festival) or March 31 (Easter Come and enjoy a day of fun celebrat- Circuit Civil Divisions until his retireWeekend). ment in January 2007. Much of his ing with carnival games, face painting, Register now as space is limited. Circuit experience was dedicated to laser tag, food, local vendors and rafCall 645-7651. Visit www.firepositively impacting the lives of juvefles. houseculturalcenter.org. niles and young adults. Tickets are available online Senior Judge Perry Honored At WMU-Cooley Law School Tampa at http://bit.ly/2E9RoAJ, and cost $50 Event Hosted By WMU-Cooley Bay Campus Hosts January for individuals, $90 for couples. Black Law Students Association WMU-Cooley Law School’s Black Law Students Association (BLSA) will present ‘A Night at the Oscars: A Red
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WMU-Cooley Law School Professor Dan Matthews is presented the Stanley E. Beattie Award for Excellence in Teaching during the Tampa Bay campus January graduation.
Pictured following the graduation ceremony for the Tampa Bay campus of WMU-Cooley Law School are (left-right) President and Dean Don LeDuc; Judge Miriam Velez Valkenburg, of Hillsborough County’s 13th Judicial Circuit who Judge Miriam Velez Valkenburg, of Hillsborough WMU-Cooley Law School graduate County’s 13th Judicial Circuit, presented the presented the keynote; graduate Robert Robert Johnson presents the valedictory keynote at WMU-Cooley Law School’s Tampa remarks during the law school’s January Johnson, who presented valedictory remarks; Bay campus graduation on Saturday, Jan. 13. and Associate Dean Ronald Sutton. commencement ceremony.
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Impetigo-A Common Skin Infection Among Children, What To Watch For By Dr. Robert Norman A highly contagious bacterial infection, impetigo often starts when a small cut or scratch becomes infected. Although this type of bacterial infection can affect adults, it is much more common in children. “The symptoms of impetigo are honey-colored, crusty sores that often appear on the face between the upper lip and nose,” explains Robert Norman, D.O., an osteopathic dermatologist in Tampa and Riverview. “The rashes consist of red spots or blisters that rupture, discharge, and become encrusted.” He warns people not to scratch the sores because they may inadvertently spread the infection to other parts of their bodies. This skin infection is caused by one of two bacteria, group A streptococcus, which is the bacteria also responsible for strep throat or staphylococcus. If impetigo is caused by streptococcus it will begin with tiny blisters. These blisters will eventually erupt, revealing small, wet patches of red skin. Gradually, a tan or yellowish-brown crust will cover the affected area giving the appearance that it is coated with honey. If caused by staphylococcus, people will notice larger blisters that appear to contain a clear fluid. These blisters stay intact for a longer period of time compared to the smaller ones.
“Impetigo usually affects pre-school and school-aged children, especially during the summer,” said Dr.Norman. “This type of infection has a special preference for skin that has been affected by other skin problems, such as eczema, poison ivy, or a skin allergy to soap.” Impetigo is highly contagious.
Children can spread this skin infection from one area of the body to another by touching the infected area and then touching other parts of their bodies. The infection can also spread to other household members through clothing, towels, and bed linens that have been in contact with the infected person. Classmates and playmates also hold themselves at
high risk of infection by coming in contact with the infected person or anything that he or she has touched. The most important way parents can prevent impetigo is by keeping their child’s skin clean. “This includes giving your child daily baths or showers with
anti-bacterial soap and warm water,” explains Dr. Norman. “Remember to pay special attention to areas of the skin that has cuts or scrapes, as well as rashes on the skin.” If the infected areas are relatively small, health care professionals suggest trying simple home remedies. “It is good to try to remove the crusts by soaking
the infected area in warm water for 15 to 20 minutes, and then scrub the area gently with a washcloth and antibacterial soap,” he recommends. Another common remedy used is applying antibiotic ointments. However, the biggest issue to focus on is preventing impetigo from spreading. For instance, when your child has a runny nose, keep the area between the upper lip and nose clean. Physicians recommend spreading a thin layer of anti-bacterial ointment under the nose as well as applying it in the nostrils with a Q-tip. The nose is most often the source of impetigo germs. These precautions can help eradicate the bug that causes the infection. “If impetigo is not improved after three to four days, or any new infected areas appear, a physician should be called immediately,” advises Dr. Norman. If left unattended this infection can cause serious problems, such as pain; swelling; tenderness of the infected areas; discharge of pus; or a fever of 100 degrees or higher. Even though impetigo is not life threatening, it could lead to life-threatening situations. People need to understand that this infection is very manageable. With the proper medical attention, it can be easily treated. For skin problems, contact Dr. Rob Norman today at 813-880-7546.
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Lennard Track Standout Chosen To Compete In Australia’s Down Under Sports Tournament
By Nick Nahas
Janee Davis, a sophomore track and field standout at Lennard High School, has been invited to compete in the Down Under Sports Tournament in Queensland, Australia this summer as a representative for not only her community and the state of Florida, but the United States as well. On July 8, Davis will depart for a 10-day journey to the land down under to compete for individual honors and a team championship title. This will be her first time visiting another country. Davis needs to raise $5,000 to fund this once in a lifetime venture. “I am very excited and blessed that I was chosen to compete in the tournament,” Davis said. “I am looking forward to meeting new people and being able to compete for my country.” Davis started track when she was in 6th grade. Her interest in the sport started when she would visit her aunt,
Down Under who signed Davis up for track meets. Bowl, and evenDavis has fond memories of compettually, the Down ing in those events Under Hoops and having Classic and a great the Down time. She Under has been on International the Lennard Games as High School well. The track and field goal of the team for the program for last two seathe last 29 sons. years has Down Under been to Sports was bridge founded by New the gap Zealander between George contiO’Scanton in nents 1989. His love of and American football 200 sh, the a d r allow and his desire to te 0 -m e the 10 e long jump. in playteach the people of te th pe will comter dash and ers from around New Zealand and Davis e m the globe to compete in the Australia the game, sports that they love. led him to create the
This year, the Down Under Sports Program will include competition in football, cross country, golf, track and field, basketball and volleyball. Davis is looking forward to the competition. She will compete in the 100-meter dash, the 200-meter dash and the long jump. “This is an experience of a lifetime to have been selected among all of the kids in Hillsborough County,” said Renee King, Davis’ mother. “She was one of two students that were picked. This is a huge honor and opportunity for her to experience track and field at another level.” Davis eventually wants to go to college and continue her track career and compete in the Olympics as well. She wants to become a veterinarian when her track career is over. If you would like to help Davis raise money for her trip, you can donate online at DownUnderSports.com/payment/85B E-DAC7-6FD8.
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American Idol Finalists Perform At Benefit Concert For Hurricane Victims
By Amanda Boston
play record titled Rewind in 2017. He is also a worship leader for Free Life Chapel in Lakeland. “I am so grateful to be a part of this benefit concert for Puerto Rico,” said Rosado. “When I got the call from Bell Shoals, I didn’t think twice. You see I have so much family back on the island, and since the hurricane came through months ago, I've wanted to attach myself to something that would benefit [them]." Blind from birth, MacIntyre is a twotime kidney transplant recipient. After his appearance on American Idol, the world fell in love with MacIntyre’s Durant High School graduate and recording artist Jeremy Rosado will perform for the benefit concert aiding Puerto Rico.
Aptly titled Puerto Rico—We Haven’t Forgotten, Bell Shoals Baptist Church is hosting a concert to raise funds for victims of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico. On September 20, Hurricane Maria made a direct hit on Puerto Rico at Category 5 strength. It is the Island’s worst natural disaster on record. Dr. Stephen Rummage, the senior pastor of Bell Shoals Baptist Church, said, “From the day the devastation of Hurricane Maria was known, we prayed to see how God would use us to help the precious people of Puerto Rico.” To support the worthy cause, mark your calendar for Saturday, February 17 at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. The concert takes place at Bell Shoals’ Brandon Campus with tickets available at the door. Ticket cost is $7 per person. Discounted tickets are available for $5 per person if purchased in advance at www.bellshoals.com/concert. A love offering will be collected during the event, with all proceeds going to support hurricane relief efforts in Puerto Rico. The show will feature performances from two American Idol finalists—Scott MacIntyre, from season eight and Jeremy Rosado, from season eleven. Rosado, a Durant High School graduate, released his first album Heartbeat in 2015 and an extended
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