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Alexander Zverev is quickly climbing his way up the rankings in men’s pro tennis.
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lexander, also known as Sasha, is an 18-yearold tennis player from Hamburg, Germany who has a link to Wesley Chapel. Zverev trains at our very own Saddlebrook Resort, so you may see him in town. This young player is currently ranked 58th in the ATP rankings. He played against Rafael Nadal at Indian Wells in early March, and was not easily defeated. The final score was 6–7(8), 6–0, 7–5. Nadal, who was seeded 4th in that tournament, was quoted as saying, “He’s an amazing, talented player. A future, probably, number one of the world. So it’s a great victory for me. “
Most recently Zverev participated in the Miami Open professional tennis tournament in Key Biscayne Florida during the third week of March. He won his first round match but lost to American Steve Johnson in the second round. Although Johnson won in only two sets, both sets went to tie breaks. The photographs attached are from that match. Alexander’s serve often reaches 135 mph and during this match against Johnson he served 14 aces. Keep your eye on this young player from Germany. It has been two decades since a male German has won a grand slam tournament, the last being Boris Becker in 1996. How much longer until Alexander Zverev is the next grand slam champion? All eyes are on this young athlete with ties to the Tampa Bay Area.•
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iane McKee received a Lifetime MOSI Membership and celebrated real heroes - teachers - at the start of MOSI’s Superhero Festival. A group of middle school students gathered at Tampa’s Museum of Science & Industry on Tuesday, March 22, at 10:15 a.m. expecting a small ceremony to honor their favorite teacher. But they were in for a highflying surprise. It’s a bird! It’s a plane! No
-- it’s Mrs. McKee! Their beloved teacher, Hillsborough County and Florida Teacher of the Year Diane McKee, soared in from 50 feet overhead on MOSI’s Sky Trail® Zip Line. A red cape fluttered in the wind behind her, like a superhero, to remind everyone of the real heroes - teachers - who save the day, every day, in classrooms all across our community. Several of her students looked up, amazed, as McKee whizzed by overhead. “That’s my teacher! I can’t believe she’s zip-lining!” eight-grader Nafisa
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Tampa teacher soars like a superhero on MOSI’s zip line, surprising her students, on last day as Hillsborough’s Teacher of the Year Uddin said. “She looks like a superhero or like Harry Potter when he’s playing quidditch.” The students’ reactions went from surprised to excited as McKee received a Lifetime MOSI Membership to honor her dedication to Florida’s children. That Lifetime MOSI Membership was dramatically presented up, up, and away 15 feet above the ground, in a ceremony on the Sky Trail® Ropes Course. McKee then came down to ground level to visit with the students who had come to cheer her on. “It was wonderful! I just wanted to throw my hands up in the air and let my feet go. It was an exhilarating experience,” McKee said. The nine students who witnessed this first-of-its-kind ceremony came from Tampa’s Williams Middle Magnet School, where McKee teaches 8th grade English.
March 22 was McKee’s final full day as Hillsborough County’s Teacher of the Year; the banquet naming a new honoree took place on March 23. This past July, McKee was also named the statewide Florida Department of Education-Macy’s Teacher of the Year, and she will continue in that role as an ambassador for teaching until July 2016. “I can’t wait to get back in the classroom, because really the students are what it’s all about,” McKee said. McKee’s heroic flight comes just before MOSI’s month-long Superhero Festival, which began with Opening Weekend of the new film Batman vs. Superman in the Florida Hospital IMAX DOME Theatre March 24th, and ends with Crime Fighters Weekend April 16 and 17, when police, fire, and EMS workers get free admission to MOSI and all guests can see and touch real crime fighting vehicles and technology.•
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et’s talk about Moms. It seems like every time we turn around, another holiday is upon us. May 8th is no exception with Mother’s Day fast approaching. Another holiday means another boost to the economy because we are all conditioned to buy gifts for every occasion. Now, being a mom myself, I must say I do like receiving gifts on this day. Every other holiday I don’t really care but Mother’s Day is special when you’re a Mom. When my littles give me cards & gifts to assure me I’m doing something right {even when I feel like I’m doing it all wrong} my heart just melts. Being a Mom is complicated. Why did no one ever inform us how hard it actually is? And God only knows why no one ever told us that when you have more than one child that sibling rivalry will push you to the edge and sometimes you may fall off and become what I refer to as “Psycho Mom”. Please tell me I’m not the only one that experiences this? On the other hand, being a Mom, despite all the challenges, is a huge blessing. There is no higher paying job than receiving pure love from your children. In our everyday life, mommy hood is hectic. As moms, we wear a million hats. I can’t even tell you how many
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We Love You! times since I became a mom that I have called my own mom and said “I don’t know how you did it?”. She in turn reminds me that she used to lock herself in her room and just scream! Being a mom myself now, I totally get it! Nothing, and I mean NOTHING, can prepare us for being moms. Life as we knew it is over but we now have these amazing little people looking up to us every moment for help, guidance, positivity, laughs & unconditional love. I
you this Mother’s Day? Motherhood is a choice we make every day to put someone else’s happiness and well-being before our own, teach the hard lessons and do the right thing…even when we’re not sure what the right thing is… and to forgive ourselves over and over again when everything doesn’t turn out as planned. To all the moms reading this… YOU ARE DOING A GREAT JOB! And you deserve to be celebrated EVERY day
I guarantee a hand-written, heartfelt card will mean more to her than anything but some other gift ideas include: y A piece of jewelry y A candle in her favorite scent y A new handbag in a fun spring color y A pair of new sunglasses since summer is around the corner y A picture frame with your favorite picture of you and her always say there is no manual to parenthood and there is no way to be a “perfect” mom but a million ways to be a good one. What does your Mom mean to you? She gave you life. She taught you right from wrong. She taught you to treat others the way you want to be treated. She fed you, kissed your boo-boo’s, helped you with homework, nurtured you, guided you, believed in you & most importantly, loved you (and still does!). How will you let her know what she means to
but especially on Mother’s Day. Being a Mom is the hardest job in the world but it is definitely the most fulfilling. To MY mom, words can’t explain how much I admire you, thank you & love you. Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing, beautiful moms out there who are raising world changers! • The gifts listed/pictured are just a few of the things you can discover at Tate & Tilly (14349 N. Dale Mabry).
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April 15th - April 24th TECO Theater www.strazcenter.com The Brothers Grimm hit the stage with an inspiring fairytale about wishes, family and the consequences from the choices we make. Presented by student performers in grades 5-12, your favorite characters—Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Wicked Witch— meet and interact in this original story. The premise of this musical is on a baker and his wife who desperately wishes to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the king’s festival; and Jack, who wishes that his old cow would just give milk. When the baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a witch’s curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse and wind up changing fairytales forever. If you enjoyed Into the Woods, a 2014 movie directed by Rob Marshall starring well-known names such as Anna Kendrick and Meryl Streep, than you are bound to love this fairy tale narrated and acted out by children.
Junie B.’s Essential Survival Guide to School April 23rd Ferguson Hall www.strazcenter.com
school for over one-and-a-half years, who better to write the book on everything you need to know? With a jillion tips,
tricks and trip-ups, Junie B. shares her hard-won expertise and shows us all how school is sometimes scary, sometimes super-fun, and always something to sing about! An all-new musical adventure based on Barbara Park’s popular book. This is the perfect event to attend if you have small children and or you just want to reconnect with your own childhood. Sleep Inn Wesley Chapel, on Oakley Blvd. holds free concerts for the surrounding area. This month the two bands are The Reality and The Hummingbirds. April 15 - The Reality April 23 - The Hummingbirds
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April 16th Amalie Arena www.amaliearena.com A potential lightweight title shot will be up for grabs when unbeaten powerhouse Khabib “ T h e Eagle” Nurmagomedov faces former Ultimate Fighter winner Tony “El Cucuy” Ferguson. Plus, four mixed martial arts legends meet in the Octagon when Rashad Evans battles “Shogun” Rua and Lyoto Machida squares off with Dan Henderson.
The Lightning Thief
April 17th Ferguson Hall www.strazcenter.com Adapted from the book The
Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan. Percy Jackson is about to be kicked out of boarding school ... again. And that’s the least of his troubles. Lately, mythological monsters and the gods of Mount Olympus seem to be walking straight out of the pages of Percy’s Greek mythology textbook and into his life. Zeus’s master lightning bolt has been stolen and Percy is the prime suspect. Fun for the whole family!
Beautiful The Carole King Musical April 26th - May 1st Carol Morsani Hall www.strazcenter.com
May Next Generation Ballet’s Giselle
May 6th - May 7th Ferguson Hall www.strazcenter.com As George Balanchine said, “Like Hamlet, Giselle is a classic …people go to see Giselle and to see ballerinas dance it for the same reason we go to see new interpretations of Hamlet … we always discover something in
Sandi Sylver Puppet Show
May 14th Rehearsal Hall www.strazcenter.com Children and adults alike marvel at the master storytelling of ventriloquist and singer Sandi Sylver, whose shows blend puppets, stories and songs into an enchanting program that educates and entertains.
Hamlet Broadcast by National Theatre Live
May 15th Ferguson Hall www.strazcenter.com National Theatre Live is the National Theatre’s groundbreaking project to broadcast the best British theater from the London stage to theaters around the
world. Productions are filmed in high definition in front of an audience with cameras carefully positioned to ensure the “best seat in the house” view. Experienced by more than 3.5 million people in more than 1,100 venues around the world, National Theatre Live productions transport all the excitement of one of the world’s great theater companies from the South Bank to the Straz Center’s Ferguson Hall.
If/Then
one woman’s two possible life paths, painting a deeply moving portrait of the lives we lead, as well as the lives we might have led.•
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relationship with fellow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Along the way, she made more than beautiful music, she wrote the soundtrack to a generation. Featuring a stunning array of beloved songs written by Goffin/King and Mann/Weil, including “I Feel The Earth Move,” “One Fine Day,” “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman,” “You’ve Got A Friend” and the title song, Beautiful has a book by Tony and Academy Awardnominated writer Douglas McGrath, direction by Marc Bruni and choreography by Josh Prince.
it we hadn’t seen before.” The award-winning dancers of the Straz Center’s Next Generation Ballet bring to life this romantic tale of passion, betrayal and a love that survives even death.
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Beautiful – The Carole King Musical tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin, to her
May 17th - May 22nd Carol Morsani Hall www.strazcenter.com If/Then is a contemporary Broadway musical about living in New York today – and all the possibilities of tomorrow. With unforgettable songs and a deeply moving story by the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning creators of Next to Normal, this “fascinating, ambitious, and original new musical (New York Post)” simultaneously follows
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of country music, were also just as at home listening to early folk artists as well as rock and roll. Born in 1972, Greg was always within earshot of artists such as Gordon Lightfoot, Jesse Winchester, Neil Diamond, Bob Dylan, Bob Seger, The Eagles, Foghat, Molly Hatchet, The Allman Brothers, as well as country artists like George Jones, Barbara Mandrell, Hank Williams, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Dolly Parton and even the folkie turned Caribbean troubadour Jimmy Buffett.
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orchestrations with great vocalists who could sing unforgettable melodies and heavenly harmonies. Nate Jacobs, founding artistic director of Sarasota’s Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe, has written and adapted the show that takes on classics such as Stevie Wonder’s “Superstition,” “Papa Was a Rolling Stone” by the Temptations, “I Want You Back” by the Jackson 5 and James Brown’s “I Feel Good.” In all, there are more than 40 soul songs in the show.•
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Ride for Hospice & Paulie Palooza Raise $21,000
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ore than 70 riders and their horses rode to support Gulfside Hospice at the Ride for Hospice on March 19th. This year marks the eighth time that the Pasco Sheriff’s Mounted Posse hosted the Ride for Hospice to benefit Gulfside Hospice. This year, more than $21,000 was raised. A total of more than $145,000 has been raised since the event began. All proceeds go to support patient care and bereavement services to anyone in Pasco County. The top fundraiser for the Ride for Hospice was once again Sue Touchston with $4,176. In second place was Ashlyn Head with $1,183. Both Touchton and Head have donated hundreds of hours and raised thousands of dollars for Gulfside Hospice since the Ride for Hospice began in 2009. After the Ride for Hospice, participants and the public attended Paulie Palooza, an all-day music festival, held also at Skydive City. The Palooza included 11 local bands, vendors, silent auctions, prize drawings and more. The Paulie Palooza was started by Paul Correia after his father passed away on Gulfside Hospice’s services. He wanted to give back to Gulfside and created Paulie Palooza around his
birthday to raise money for Gulfside. “The reason that this event has been successful year after year is because of the dedication of the Pasco Sheriff’s Mounted Posse. Their team is truly passionate about our cause, and we at Gulfside are tremendously grateful for our friendship with them and Paul,” said Linda Ward, president and CEO of Gulfside Hospice & Pasco Palliative Care. “The money raised from both events truly makes a difference in enabling Gulfside to take care of so many patients and provide services to anyone in Pasco County, regardless of their ability to pay.” The Ride for Hospice & Paulie Palooza sponsors included:
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The Pasco Sheriff’s Mounted Posse has been serving the citizens of Pasco County since 1995. All Posse members must pass and maintain several qualification standards to enable horse and rider to safely work in close contact with the public. The Pasco Sheriff’s Mounted Unit (comprised of sworn deputies) and the Pasco County Sheriff’s Mounted Posse (comprised of civilian volunteers) are part of the Pasco Sheriff’s Office. Applications are being accepted for riders and ground assistants. For more information, visit www. pascoposse.com.•
A member of the Pasco Sheriff’s Mounted Posse held the American flag as the riders sang the national anthem at the start of the Ride for Hospice.
The live bands drew a crowd at the Paulie Palooza all-day music festival at SkyDive City in Zephyrhills. The event featured music, silent auction, vendors and more.
Sue Touchston, was once again recognized this year as the event’s top fundraiser. Touchston brought in $4,176, all of which will go to help Gulfside Hospice provide patient care for Pasco County residents.
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PMK Woodworking Phil Kunze Owner, Artist & Craftsman Standing in his workshop barefoot, smiling ear to ear, and surrounded by sawdust and surfboards, I knew this interview would be awesomely different. Like most artists, Phil Kunze is a man of many talents and interests, which can make career hunting a tedious and long journey after college. After several jobs in photography, t-shirt design, insurance & financial planning, Phil discovered his love of wood working. Three years ago, after moving into their new home in Wesley Chapel, Phil’s wife had her eyes on the infamous Pottery Barn farmhouse dining table. Phil bought a circular saw and was determined to make the table his wife really wanted. Not only did he build a farmhouse table, but he discovered that he truly loves building. After his wife saw his woodworking skills, she quickly made a list of all the projects she wanted him to build. And the more he built, the more he loved it. It didn’t take long for him to realize that this was his true calling. PMK Woodworking was soon established and he was quickly taking orders. He stepped out on faith that this new adventure would work and be successful enough to provide for his family. Phil says that he takes great pride & satisfaction in developing his own style; and that his constant need for perfection has helped him become a better craftsman and a better artist. He has been full time with his business for 8 months now, and continues to “seek God to guide his business and its success.” You can find Phil on Facebook at www.facebook.com/PMKWoodworking.•
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T’Weiss As Nice Karen Weiss Owner, Artist & Crafter Upon walking into her home with my 3 sons, I felt I knew Michael & Karen Weiss almost instantly. Her pulled-together & stylish decor, along with their smiles and laid back attitude, we immediately felt in awe and at home. Located near the entrance of her home is her studio where much of her artistic magic happens. In early 2015 Karen realized now that her 3 girls are older, she wanted to go back to work and she had the freedom to do anything she wanted to do. Her husband, Michael, encouraged her to pursue something that not only made money, but most importantly made her happy; to do something she truly loved doing. Crafting and repurposing materials her whole life made the decision easy and helped direct her in creating T’Weiss As Nice; a company that is a little classy, a little beachy, a little farmhouse rustic, and whole lot of beauty. How many times have you seen cool projects on Pinterest or Etsy and thought to yourself, “I can do that!” And before long, you have a rather lengthy list of cool projects you haven't done (don’t worry, we’ve all been there). Well Karen is the opposite of that! Anything she sees and wants to make, she does it! She also has the ability to create custom, unique designs as well. If while scrolling through Wesley Chapel Facebook sites, you have seen cool and creative signs, wreathes and chalkboards, good chances are they are Karen’s creations. But she doesn’t just sell online. She also hosts in-home craft parties, as well as being featured in vintage shops in the area. And if you have your own idea, but not really a DIYer, Karen enjoys collaborating with clients to make their visions a reality. And as a bonus, many of her clients have become friends and/or repeat customers. I’d say this is a fabulous start to owning her own business doing what she loves. You can find Karen on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TweissAsNice. •
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or tennis programs beyond the classroom. Full-time students who reside on the property aspire to the collegiate level and beyond and have been placed at such notable colleges as Columbia, Cornell, Dartmouth, Duke, Emory, Georgetown, John Hopkins, Ohio State, Pepperdine, West Point, Miami, and South Florida. Saddlebrook also runs very intense summer programs for local junior players. Our weekly programs offer the core principles of athletic development, including footwork, movement, positioning, shot selection, etc. For more information and rates, please call 813-907-4212.
Saddlebrook not only benefits their training guests, but the large tournaments and events, and the tennis camps keep the local community businesses thriving. Recently in 2015, approximately 5,400 adults came to Saddlebrook in search of tennis and golf training. Once training is completed for the day, guests visit the area searching for things to do and places to eat. This brings economic commerce into the area. Here at Wesley Chapel Magazine, we support the growth of local family businesses, and thus we support Saddlebrook Resort for bringing people into the area and business. •
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Diabetes causes your blood glucose levels to shoot way above normal and wreaks havoc with your health. When you have diabetes, your body either doesn’t make enough insulin or can’t use its own insulin as well as it should. Once sugar levels build up in your blood, it can lead to heart attack, stroke, blindness, kidney failure, and loss of feet or legs. The good news is, diabetes is a controllable disease. Those suffering from diabetes can control and manage it, and others can reduce or avoid the presence of diabetes by living a healthy lifestyle and being
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looking for a forever home! She would make the perfect addition to any family, she loves other dogs, loves fetch, is crate trained, loves to go for walks or for a run, and she LOVES TO CUDDLE. We really can't say enough good things about this girl. Ebony is a 2 year old, 45 pound terrier mix available for adoption through the pet resource center in Tampa (HCAS). For more information Sara or to schedule a meet and greet please email Jolie her foster at This beautiful pup is Sara, Jolieit! is a two year old heatheranyon@gmail.com, you wont regret also known as Sweetpea. Sara This gorgeous boy is JR. JR is a two year old Boxer who is up to date on his vaccines, neutered and ready for his forever family! JR is housebroken, crate trained and knows basic commands. He is good with other dogs, cats and humans of all sizes. JR loves to play with his ball and is great walking on a leash. If you think that JR would be perfect for your family, visit www.saveaboxer.org for more info and to fill out an application.
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is 7 months old only and 27 pounds and fully grown. She is believed to be a mix of boxer, beagle, and pitt. She unfortunately was abused in the past and has a scar down her side.
Heff Heff is a 6 year old American Bulldog with a great love for playing
with is ball and making sure everyone is happy. He is current on all is medical, and house and crate trained. If you are interested in meeting this sweet man please contact Sonia at 813-610-2275 or Crystal 813-5749987. A small re-homing fee and home check is required.
Tampa, FL 33619 813-744-5660. Open 7 days a week, 10am - 7pm If an animal has been rescued by a rescue group the shelter should be able to assist you with adopting another animal or giving you the rescue groups contact information. Adopt, foster, rescue, save a life today and have a friend for life.
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This is Samson! A pup full of spunk! He is approximately a year and POINTE NEWS July 2014 a half, fully vetted, microchipped, and house and crate trained. MEADOW Samson is the full package. He loves to run and play and chase his ball. He needs a little training but is very smart and willing to learn. If you are interested in Samson please contact Sonia at 813-610-2275 or Crystal 813-574-9987. A small adoption fee and home check are required.
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This amazing girl is going through This beautiful Chiwinnie foster care while her is Juju. JuJu is almost two skin recovers from a years old and looking for her forever home. Juju noncontagious condition loves to go on long walks and play fetch with her called demodex. Charlie favorite tennis balls. She will recover and look is a bit picky about her dog friends, but is in a even more beautiful foster home with four very soon! This young cats and plays fine with them. lady was found on the For more info about street probably because Juju, or to apply to adopt her, owners please visit www. her didn't want to bother with her current skin issue. saveaboxer.org. Charlie is only 1.5 years old and is currently learning how to be a great little lady with her foster family. Her foster mom says that she is doing well with potty training, does well with cats and is great with kids. Charlie still has a little more training and treatment but will be available for adoption! If you have any questions or would like to meet this wonderful girl please contact her foster family at Kilieraesmith@gmail.com.
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Teter Wants to Find His Forever Home. He is a 6 years old, 75lb Retriever mix with lots of love to give. He knows "Sit", If you are interested "Paw" and "Lay Down". He in Jolie please go to loves to swim,www.saveaboxer.org play fetch, and for more or to fill most of all loves carinfo rides! Teter out an application. loves everyone, including kids! He is current on all of his shots, neutered and house trained. If you would like to meet this amazing boy please or text All of these dogscallcan be found at 813-263-5531. Hillsborough County Animal Services 440 N. Falkenburg Rd.
She is up to date on all of her shots, spayed and microchipped. Sara gets along with kids, dogs and cats! She is a perfect small dog for anyone. If you are interested in adopting Sara or have any questions please send me an email with the title “Adopt Sara” to Kaitiesmalley@aol.com. The majority of these dogs were pulled from death row at Hillsborough County Animal Services. Please consider stopping by your local shelter or rescue group if you want to add a four legged friend to your family. Adopt, rescue, foster!
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