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When Mia was 4 years old, one of her kidneys was functioning at just 23 percent. The urologist recommended robotic surgery, which is only available at St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital, to help Mia heal more quickly and experience less scarring than with traditional surgery. Mia’s family was impressed with the exceptional care they received. “We would definitely recommend St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital to anybody who needs surgery or emergency care.” The board-certified surgeons at St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital have been specially trained to perform robotic, minimally invasive and traditional surgical procedures for a variety of medical conditions in a familyfriendly environment.

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august 2013 • 7tH year • 4tH Issue

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10 Lofty goaLs Parents, teachers must partner 14 It’s Not aLL academIc Must-have supplies for the school year 20 heads up Concussion signs, prevention 28 spf momma Protecting little ones skin 30 suN safe tIps What parents should know 36 extraordINary womaN Jana Radtke

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20 every month 6 Letter from the edItor

10 educatIoN 24 after schooL 28 heaLth aNd weLLNess 32 what’s happeNINg 38 North hILLsborough News 40 south hILLsborough News 42 North pINeLLas News 44 south pINeLLas News 46 pasco News 48 arouNd towN

50 caLeNdar of eveNts

On the cover: Cover Kid Winner Damian Gabriel at The Experiential School of Tampa Bay part of the Shorecrest Preparatory School family. Photograph by: Jeanine McLeod, www. PhotosOnCloud9.com

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FrOM tHe eDItOr

And we’re back!

Hopefully, you and your family have been able to enjoy some down time before the upcoming school year. With lots to do and not much time to do it, we’re helping you get ready and inspired! Starting strong and with lots of energy will set the tone for the entire school year. On page 10, Mark Heller discusses how parents, teachers and administrators can work together to ensure students have a rewarding academic year. Get a head start on your shopping list. We’ve compiled some great products for you and the kids to try on page 14.

Me with Lindsay, Cla ra and Molly, cele brating Fourth of July in the lake.

Back to school also means back to practice. Many kids will be hitting the field after school. Keeping them safe is at the forefront of every parent’s and coach’s mind. Besides the fact that it is dangerous, many parents know little about concussions and how to determine whether their child has suffered one. Pediatric neurosurgeon Sarah Gaskill offers insight on the signs and symptoms on page 20. Continuing our theme of education, we are featuring Jana Radtke on page 36 as an Extraordinary Woman. Having devoted more than 18 years of her life to child care and education, this native Texan strives to inspire teachers, students and parents to reach for the stars. i’m so happy to announce that this year’s Back to School Fair will be presented by Woodmont Charter School. With their support, we’re going to bring you the biggest and best fair to date. So make sure to mark your calendars for Aug. 10. We’ll be at the Glazer Children’s Museum in downtown Tampa from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. We also want to thank some of our other partners and sponsors, including The Goddard School, GTE Financial, Coast Dental, Verizon, The Tampa Tribune, KinderCare Learning Centers, Mix 100.7, 103.5 and ABC Action news. Visit www. BackToSchoolFair.com for more information. Don’t forget the first 150 kids will get a goodie bag filled with school supplies, samples, coupons and more. See you on Aug. 10!

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Anytime is learning time!

Intended for parents of children ages 0-4

Introducing the PBS Parents® Play & Learn App ®

Encourage learning. Anytime. Anywhere. This FREE bilingual app provides more than a dozen games parents can play with their children, each themed around a familiar location like in a car, in the kitchen, or at the grocery store.

Math skills

The PBS Parents Play & Learn App, and dozens more for ages 2-8, is available for download to your mobile device. WEDU PBS is Tampa Bay’s primary PBS KIDS station. Visit www.wedu.org/wedukids to see what we’re doing in your community. Explore PBS parenting resources, tips on raising children, planning birthday parties and fun, educational activities at www.pbs.org/parents.

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• Recognizing colors • Understanding that letters make words and words make sentences • Building knowledge about books

• Estimation

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• Describing the location of an object by using words (under, over, next to, between)

• Rhyming • Following verbal directions

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Mark Heller

he start of school always has a special excitement about it – a sense of possibility and optimism that is both powerful and meaningful. As children head back to school, I encourage you to reflect on the partnership between your child’s school and you.

A true partnership requires parents, teachers and administrators to focus on building relationships with each other. These relationships include openness, communication and plenty of listening. When these relationships thrive, your child will benefit greatly. in partnership with families, your school should:

alance academics, athletics and fine arts. Balance serves students well. it is a key ingredient to healthy growth.

nsist on first rate preparation in character development. The timeless values of integrity, responsibility, the power of work, and the power of compassion will never go out of style.

rovide opportunities to grow, stretch and be important to the community. The engagement that comes from participation in the community provides critical lessons that will inform a life well-lived.

ocus on learning for the 21st century. Moving from the standardized one-size-fits-all assembly-line model of the past century to a more customized approach will build the skill sets that are demanded today.

mbrace and welcome diversity as a tool to enrich the community and as a canvas for lessons about perspective, creativity, and innovation. innovation and creativity are stimulated when individuals develop their own particular spheres of expertise and then carry those spheres into meaningful interaction with others and their respective spheres. instilling in students not only respect for diversity but also the ability to understand others and their differing perspectives amounts to great social and academic preparation.

uild confidence in each student. Schools build confidence through fostering a positive “lift you up” kind of culture, a culture that is clear about expectations and boundaries, that provides both opportunities and support, and that puts your child’s experience at the center of all decision-making. Confidence is truly the greatest gift we can give to our children. Have a great school year! Mark Heller is head of school at Academy at the Lakes, a PK3 – 12th grade independent school that serves families from Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, and Hernando counties. For more information, visit academyatthelakes.org.

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It’s Not All Academic Must-have supplies for the school year

Glo-Lite

Stapling is more fun with this unique version that lights up when pushed down. Available in pink, purple and teal. $8 Staples.com

Tocky

These rolling alarm clocks put fun into any morning routine. Tocky leaps up to three feet when it’s time to wake and won’t quiet down until you catch it. $39+ nandaHome.com

Crafty Erasers Shape the clay, available in

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Neon Tube Pencil Pouch

This quilted pouch doubles as a pencil case or a carryall for small items. Available in neon pink, blue, lime and orange. $5 Staples.com

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Infinity Bands

These interchangeable headbands, designed by Floridaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own Brylee Beckerman, offer infinite possibilities and help do away with clutter. $4 InfinityHeadbands.com

Master Lock

These locks feature an electronic directional keypad that uses letters and numbers, a first. $14+ MasterLockitUp.com

So Young

Fantastic for toddlers, these backpacks are roomy enough for all the things a preschooler needs, such as a pair of shoes and a change of clothes. $45 Soyoung.ca

State Bag

The Garfield features a colorful canvas body with nylon zippers and adjustable padded straps. Plus, for each Garfield sold, the company donates an identical bag to an American student living in an impoverished neighborhood. $55+

Neat Desk

This high-speed scanner and digital filing system helps eliminate paper clutter and organize important documents. Perfect for your college-bound students. $400 neat.com

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Applegate Natural Turkey nothing says back to school like a lunchtime turkey sandwich. This turkey is made from meat raised without antibiotics and is free from chemical nitrites and artificial ingredients. Best of all, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s delicious. $5 Applegate.com

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Little Green Pouch

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Stonefire Pizza

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cOncussIOn sIgns, PreventIOn

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or some, the term concussion conjures an image of an athlete knocked unconscious on the field. But concussions can happen in a variety of ways and often without any loss of consciousness. in fact, of the thousands of children diagnosed with concussions each year, only half are sportsrelated. Sometimes called a mild traumatic brain injury, a concussion occurs when a direct blow to the head or body causes the soft tissue of the brain to knock against the skull’s bony surface. Whether they are mild or severe, all concussions can harm the way the brain works. injuries from motor vehicle crashes, falls, bike accidents and sports are common causes. According to Dr. Sarah Gaskill, a pediatric neurosurgeon at St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital, signs of a concussion can develop immediately after an injury or may not appear until days or even weeks later. The most common symptoms are: • • • • • •

Headache Nausea and vomiting Changes in vision or hearing Dizziness Sensitivity to light and sound Feeling sluggish or lethargic

• • • • • • • • • • •

Sleeping more or less than usual Difficulty falling asleep Trouble remembering events right before or after injury Difficulty concentrating Forgetfulness Confusion More emotional Irritability Sadness or depression Nervousness or anxiety Defiant

“Concussions can have a more serious effect on a developing brain and need to be addressed correctly, Dr. Gaskill notes. “if you suspect your child has a concussion, it’s important to seek medical attention.” in addition to a physician exam, your child’s physician will likely perform neurocognitive tests that determine how well the brain is functioning. Be sure to call 911 if your child loses consciousness after a head injury or experiences seizures, bloody or clear fluid from ears/nose, bruising under the eyes or behind the ears, slurred speech, repeated vomiting or inability to recognize people or places. initial treatment for a concussion is rest, both mental and physical, to allow the brain time to heal. if your child has a concussion, activities

that exert the brain or body, including homework, driving, parties and computer use, should be avoided until your physician says it is safe. “i often tell parents, ‘if your child isn’t bored after a concussion, you’re not doing your job,’ ” says Dr. Gaskill. Besides making symptoms worse, Dr. Gaskill warns that too much physical and mental exertion may place your child at risk for a second concussion. “Having another concussion before your child has fully recovered from the first one is dangerous. The second injury, even a minor one, can cause brain swelling that increases the chances for paralysis, permanent brain damage or even death.” To decrease your child’s chance for developing a concussion, St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital suggests: • Use child safety seats and seat belts. Car crashes are a major cause of concussion and other brain injuries for children. When riding in motor vehicles, all occupants should use age-appropriate restraints such as child safety seats, booster seats and seat belts. • Require helmet use whenever children ride bikes, skates, scooters or participate in other wheeled activities. Helmet use not only reduces the risk of concussions it also reduces continued on page 22

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risk for severe brain injury by 88 percent. Enforce a simple rule – wear a helmet or don’t ride! Adults should model proper behavior by wearing a helmet too. • Ensure children follow their coach’s rules for safety and the rules of the sport. Encourage them to practice good sportsmanship at all times. Make sure they wear the right protective equipment for their activity. Protective equipment should fit properly, be wellmaintained and worn consistently and correctly. • If a sport-related concussion occurs, remove the child from the activity and do not return to play until instructed by a medical professional familiar with concussion management. Statistics show that young athletes with a history of concussion are six times more likely to have another concussion. While most children recover soon, a small percentage may have lingering effects for months to a year later. Be sure to discuss any concern you have regarding your child’s recovery with your physician. For more information on keeping your kids safe and healthy, visit facebook.com/stjosephschildrens.

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THE SUMMER OF BIG IDEAS Spend the summer exploring some really BIG ideas. Think outside the box when you come inside the Museum and learn about how BIG ideas lead to BIG discoveries, BIG flights, BIG imaginations, and more. For more information, visit

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WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE WEEKEND AUGUST 3-4 Put on your wolf suit and get ready to cause some BIG mischief! The Wild Things, from Maurice Sendak’s classic children’s book Where the Wild Things Are, will be popping right out of your imagination to cause a rumpus at the Museum.

BACK TO SCHOOL FAIR AUGUST 10 After a BIG summer of play, get back into the school mode at the Back to School Fair, with our partner, Tampa Bay Parenting. Enjoy live entertainment, workshops, crafts, and more! The first 150 kids receive a back to school goodie bag filled with school supplies. Museum Members FREE | $5 General Admission.

BACK TO SCHOOL SUPPLIES CRAFT DAYS AUGUST 19-31 Get those brains working with some BIG creativity and go back to school in style. Canvas drawstring bags and pencil pouches will be on sale in the Play2Go Toystore to decorate in our Art Lab. Use your new gear ............................................................................................................................................................................................... and your BIG ideas to design your own brand of school supplies that is sure to be a hit on the playground! Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine

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There is always something new at the zoo Bring your herd to Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo, named the “#1 Zoo in the U.S.,” and see over 1,500 animals including Florida manatees, tigers, koala, orangutans, penguins, and our adorable new additions - a baby elephant, a baby pygmy hippo and black bear cubs! Guests can also enjoy interactive animal encounters, educational shows and talks, exciting rides, water play areas, on-site dining, shopping and more. Plus, with an Annual Zoo Pass, receive unlimited daytime admission, a subscription to Zoo Chatter magazine, discounts on gift shop purchases and Zoo School programs and much more.

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ummer is in full-swing, which for many families means more time outside and on vacation. i love being outside with my family, but after yet another round of surgery to remove basal cell carcinomas from my face, i know how important it is to protect your skin from the sun. Even more importantly, we need teach our kids what i didn’t know growing up — use sunscreen!

which of course caused the lotion to drip down their cheeks! now i need to reapply the sunscreen since their tears may have washed the first lathering away. Ugh! not again!

can see them. i’ve learned to think of them as little reminders to be careful in the sun. Even on cloudy days and during the cooler months, we all wear sunscreen.

A few times my children’s eyes got poked because they wouldn’t stop shaking their heads back and forth! Then there were the games of chase me around the living room and catch me if you can! One time my son asked, “Do we have to put on Let me add that my mom was not neglecting me. sunscreen to go to the park? if we do, i don’t want She simply didn’t know then what we know now. to go!” Studies now show that all it takes is one blistering sunburn to dramatically increase your chances With the magnificent invention of sunscreen of skin cancer. That would have been shocking spray, things got a whole lot easier! Our kids would news when i was growing up. it was a culture giggle (instead of crying) over how cold the spray of sunbathing and working on your tan! As a felt on their skin. Getting the sunscreen lotion on teenager in South Florida, i embraced that culture! their faces always took some convincing. Still does. There were days when my family just lost track of time during outings. i recall that we packed a Over the years, the kids have seen me go through picnic and enjoyed the beach all afternoon. When several skin surgeries. My husband and i didn’t we came home, my skin was bright pink and felt want to scare the kids, but they were curious hot. i remember how cold the air conditioning felt when they saw my bandages. We told them the as i came inside and crawled into my bed looking truth on a level they could understand. Why i had for relief. i shivered under my covers for most of the surgery, why i had to wear the bandages and the night. it was a blistering, peeling sunburn on why mommy had scars — because i didn’t wear my face and torso. it’s that sunburn that comes to sunscreen. mind each time i receive the diagnosis of basal cell carcinomas. i’m happy to say our children have started to make the connection and understand why mommy and now, as the mom of a 5-year-old son and 3-year- daddy are so strict about sunscreen. Scars can be old daughter, i absolutely enjoy the struggle of covered with makeup, but there’s no covering my getting sunscreen on my children! (Hear the fear of skin cancer. We don’t want our children to sarcasm?) Putting sunscreen on my children a few go through what i have gone through. years ago was like wrestling a pig in a puddle of mud! i’d lay my babies down only to have them Today, only small scars remain. When i am home wiggle and flip over! That was followed by tears, with my family, i don’t wear makeup and they

in the spirit of full mommy disclosure, the truth is our kids still don’t like to put on sunscreen and we don’t always apply the sunscreen perfectly. Recently, i made the mistake of reapplying sunscreen too close to the time my son went back in the water. it didn’t have a chance to sink in. Later that night he said, “Mom, my back hurts and kinda itches.” i looked at the minor sunburn (his first), which turned into patches of dry, flaky skin a few days later. it makes me cringe and i feel so guilty for letting them down. i try to remind myself that we are doing the best we can. My husband recently took my son to buy swim trunks with matching swim shirts with built in SPF! That’s right! They provide the equivalent of SPF 50! We’re still in negotiations with our daughter. The feminine swimsuits still have the upper hand with her! Here’s the good news. The kids don’t fight the lathering up like they used to last summer. They know it’s important. My daughter recently said, “you are putting this on so i don’t get boo boos on my face.” yes! On another outing my son said, “you didn’t use sunscreen when you were a kid and that’s why you had to have doctors fix your skin.” yes! i am so glad our children are learning from my mistakes. if only more of life’s lessons could be learned so painlessly! Shay Ryan is a meteorologist for ABC Action News.

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Slip on a shirt.

Some clothes give more protection than others. Long-sleeved shirts, long pants, or long skirts are the best. Dark colors are better than light colors. A tightly woven fabric protects better than loosely woven clothing. if you can see light through a fabric, UV rays can get through, too. Dry fabric is most often better than wet fabric.

Slop on sunscreen.

Use sunscreen and lip balm. Broad spectrum products (which protect against different types of UV rays) with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or more are recommended. Be sure to use enough (a palmful) and put it on again every 2 hours and after swimming or sweating. Use sunscreen even on hazy or days with light or broken cloud cover because UV rays still come through.

Slap on a hat.

A hat with at least a 2- to 3-inch brim all around is best because it protects areas often exposed to the sun, such as the neck, ears, eyes, forehead, nose, and scalp. A shade cap (which looks like a baseball cap with about 7 inches of fabric draping down the sides and back) also is good.

Wrap on sunglasses.

Wrap-around sunglasses that absorb at least 99% of the UV rays help protect your eyes and the skin around your eyes. American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org

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Back to School Fair

After a summer of relaxation (for some), it’s going to be tough to shake off the laid-back lifestyle and get back into super parent mode. Luckily for parents all over the Tampa Bay area, we have just what you need to get back in the swing of things. The Back to School Fair, presented by Woodmont Charter School, is a day to prepare, protect, educate and inspire children for the upcoming school year! This annual event, set for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 10, will feature live entertainment, informational sessions, karaoke, games, arts and crafts, face painting, balloon artist, workshops and a whole bunch of fun! The 2013 event will take place inside the state of the art Glazer Children’s Museum located in downtown Tampa. Fairgoers will enjoy the entire museum and fair for only $5 per person. The first 150 kids will receive a tote bag filled with back-to-school supplies and other goodies. Museum members enjoy free admission! Visit www.BacktoSchoolFair.com to learn more.

Tax-Free School Supplies

Back-to-school season is upon us and that means moms and dads will be heading to the store to stock up on all the necessary supplies. The three-day sales tax holiday is Aug. 2-4. On those days, no state or local option tax will be collected on sales of clothing, footwear and certain accessories costing $75 or less. School supplies selling for $15 or less will be exempt as well. Visit www.myflorida.com for more information or for a complete list of tax-exempt items.

Dinosaur World

To celebrate 15 years of prehistoric adventures, Dinosaur World is launching new exhibits and activities, including up-close encounters with 15-foot mammoths, an expanded education center and the opportunity to dig for precious gemstones. At over 5,000 square feet, Mammoth: Giants of the Ice Age provides a snapshot of a migration pod of the giant creatures. Known to roam in many areas across the world, including North America, numerous subspecies of mammoths lived throughout the ice age. Don’t forget to swing by Dino Gem Excavation, where kids can pan for gold, arrowheads and rubies. Visit www.dinosaurworld.com to learn more.

School Begins This Month

Students in public schools in Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas counties return this month. School begins Aug. 20 in Hillsborough County. Open house is Sept. 19 for elementary schools; Sept. 11 for middle schools; and Sept. 9 for high schools. Some dates may vary. Check with your school’s administration. Pasco schools start on Aug. 19. Check with your school on orientation dates. Pinellas opens its school doors on Aug. 19 with back-to-school nights for elementaries on Aug. 15, 20, 21 and 29 and Sept. 11; middle schools on Sept. 3 and 7; and high schools Aug. 26. Dates may vary for partnership schools and nontraditional centers. The first day of school is Aug. 19 in Hernando, Polk and Sarasota counties.

2013 Stuff the Bus Campaign

Help Pinellas County students who are homeless or in the foster care system during the second annual Back to School Supply Drive from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Aug. 2 at Largo mall. Needed supplies include backpacks, pens and pencils, notebooks, composition books, binders (one inch), rulers and erasers. The Pinellas Education Foundation, The Pinellas County Council of PTAs and Franklin Templeton Investments are sponsoring the drive. Visit www.pinellaseducation.org or call 727-588-4816.

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Mastering the art of motherhood, work and community.

Relocating to Tampa from Dallas almost 15 years ago, Jana Radtke made a career change on a leap of faith. After more than 20 years as a chief executive officer, chief information officer and chief operating officer with major financial and insurance companies in Texas and Florida, she went in a new direction. Confronted with the reality of finding trustworthy child care and long waiting lists for high quality options, she built her first Primrose School in 1995 in Texas. “Like all parents, i wanted my children to have the best possible experience and one that focused on early education in a warm, nurturing environment,” she says. Opening our Primrose School “was absolutely terrifying, but the best decision i’ve ever made! We sold that school when we relocated to Florida.” But early education was in her blood. She now owns several Primrose Schools in Florida, including in Cross Creek, Tampa Palms and South Tampa. Husband Richard is a commercial general contractor and builds all of the schools and handles the business operations and facilities maintenance. The entire family (five children and four grandchildren) is involved in the family business. “Each has in some way contributed to the success of our schools,” she says.

What is the secret to your family’s success?

it’s a balancing act! We live together, work together and play together, which can be hard but is also rewarding. Our whole family has made preschool education a way of life. We have learned to shut off business discussions after working hours so that we can find that separation of business and family. We have a no business allowed rule when our whole family visits our condo at Treasure island. And my grandchildren live in the same neighborhood so it’s always fun to hear them in the pool on weekends.

What is your biggest fear?

i always worry about whether i’ve been the best mom i could be. Being a mom is the most important job i’ve ever had. While each one of our children is successful, i hope that i’ve given them the foundation to balance happiness,

family, marriage and careers. i’ve tried to instill in each of them the right values, character and work ethic. i’ve tried to teach them that it is not just about the destination but the journey. But i wonder if i could i have done more.

What advice would you give to other women?

it is possible to have it all — family and career — but you have to work hard at balance. There have been times when the quantity of time i’ve spent with my family and children was less than i wanted, but i learned to make the time we had together absolutely the best in quality. We’ve learned, with our children scattered from Boston to California to Miami and even one in China, that family holidays and a family vacation every couple of years is time that really matters to us. We get away to meet somewhere and spend a week just doing nothing but having fun and going on adventures.

What is your proudest moment?

My proudest moment happens every day when i see all of our Primrose children arriving with excitement and anticipation of what they’ll do and accomplish each day. it’s also those times when a parent expresses a heartfelt thank you for giving them peace of mind. That’s when i know that 18 years ago, i made the right decision with a major career change.

What is your biggest achievement?

i hope i haven’t had the “biggest achievement” yet! i feel that my biggest achievement thus far has been reaching the point of being able to balance life, family and my passion for children’s education during their early years. i am proud that we are able to provide peace of mind to parents, a fabulous work environment for our teachers and to contribute to our community. it feels good to positively touch so many lives.

What makes you happy?

There are so many things that make me happy — a weekend at the beach wiggling my toes in the sand, spending alone time with my husband, our family barbecues and holidays when everyone comes home, waking up with new goals and dreams about something small i can do to make someone else’s life a little better. I just try to find joy in every day.

How do you relax and take time for yourself?

i don’t! Actually, i have to work at being able to really relax and take time for myself. Usually i can unwind at the beach, shopping with my daughter and granddaughter, or just getting away with my husband for a long weekend. We are looking forward to semi-retiring in the next year and traveling more!

What kind of message would you like to give women? you can have it all but it takes work. Don’t hesitate to call on your family and friends for small things they can do that help you find balance. We like to think that we can do it all (and we can) but it sure is easier when you realize that it’s really OK to ask for help, support or feedback (and it doesn’t mean you’re less than perfect).

How do you enjoy information from the magazine? i love to read. i’m constantly in search of anything related to early childhood, children’s growth and development, community service activities and events and family values. i always find resources and articles in Tampa Bay Parenting that give me inspiration, new ideas, philosophies and encouragement about ways to become more involved in anything that improves quality of life or our communities in the greater Tampa Bay area.

What is your favorite thing to do with your kids? When our children and their families come home for holidays, we always book a group event to see Tampa Bay Lightning, Tampa Bay Rays and/or Bucs games. We’re a big sports family. We also love going to the beach and family barbecues — anything that gets us all outdoors.

Who is your biggest inspiration or role model? My mother was always my biggest inspiration. As a single mom, she instilled in me and my three siblings a work ethic, deep family values and social responsibility — giving without expecting. She modeled enthusiasm, a positive attitude and approaching each day with joy.

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It’s a Hard Knock Life in Carrollwood Founded by educators Chad DeLoach and Brian Jonas, DJ Productions promotes meaningful musical theater experiences for Tampa Bay area youth, hosting camps for middle schoolers each summer. During the summer camp, participants get an opportunity to produce a Broadway musical. Previous productions have included Cinderella, Thoroughly Modern Millie Jr. and Seussical Jr. Annie Jr. will have four shows including 7 p.m. Aug. 9-10 and 2 p.m. Aug. 10-11. Advance tickets are $10 for members and $12 nonmembers (day-of-show is $12 members and $14 nonmembers). The musical production is being presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre international. in the beloved musical, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts with equal measures of pluck and positivity, despite starting with next to nothing in new york City circa 1930s. Determined to find her parents who abandoned her years earlier at a city orphanage run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan, Annie escapes to the big city and eventually finds a new home and family in billionaire Oliver Warbucks. For more information about this production or other August events at the center, visit www. carrollwoodcenter.org.

Viva Florida Events Celebrate 500-Year Anniversary Earlier this summer, Secretary of State Ken Detzner announced a series of Viva Florida 500 summer events and activities highlighting Florida’ anniversary. From discovering the culture and artistic traditions of the Seminole tribe of Florida at the Museum of Florida History to celebrating Florida’s history with food, music and more, the list of events reflects a variety of cultural and family friendly activities through October. “Viva Florida 500 is a yearlong commemoration of 500 years of Florida history and cultural heritage,” Detzner says. “We encourage residents and visitors to get out and explore the history and heritage of our great state.” Already in 2013, Floridians commemorated their heritage with the Big Orange Drop in Miami on new year’s Eve, an event renamed La Gran naranja for the 500 year commemoration; Viva Florida 500 Week, which consisted of reenactments of Juan Ponce de León’s landing on Florida’s east coast in April 1513; and the launch of the La Florida United States Postal Service Forever stamp. There are a number of Viva Florida 500 events still scheduled across the state throughout the rest of the year. Locally, you can see a few special exhibits, including “For the Love of Clearwater” designed to showcase local artists’ affection for their city through artwork, photography, sculpture and more. Works are on display through Sept. 13 at the Carnegie and Osceola Galleries inside the Clearwater Main Library and City Municipal Services Building, 100 South Myrtle, downtown Clearwater. you can also check out the 500 Girls Mural Project, an exhibit to run Sept. 21 to Dec. 2 at the Tampa History Center, 801 Old Water St., downtown Tampa. The exhibit will celebrate women of Florida’s past through a community art project involving girls ages 5-12. Stay updated on details for an October reception for this exhibit at the Center at www.tampabayhistorycenter. org. At the Hudson Regional Library, guests can watch various documentaries across a range of Florida history topics being shown throughout August as part of the library’s ongoing Florida History Series. For the branch’s upcoming schedule, go to www.pascolibraries.org. Visit www.vivaflorida.org for a complete listing of events and activities as well as information about historic Florida sites.

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Aug. 2-4, 9-11, and 16-18, various times Once Upon a Mattress Catch this all-youth summer musical in the Masque Theatre at Omar K. Lightfoot Center in Temple Terrace. Shows: 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday. Tickets: $14 adults, $12 students/seniors and $10 ages 12 and younger. www.masquetheatre.net Aug. 13, 6-6:45 p.m. Summer Reading Ice Cream Party Celebrate a summer of reading at the Temple Terrace Public Library. Attendees should bring along reading log to mark their accomplishments. Call 813-506-6770.

Aug. 14, 4:30-6:30 p.m. The Goddard School Open House Meet teachers and tour the school plus learn about 50% off first month’s tuition during this informative event at The Goddard School in Tampa. www.goddardschool.com Aug. 18, 2 p.m. Shana Banana’s Pajama Party Dance and sing along with the popular children’s entertainer and storyteller when she brings her popular pajama party to Carrollwood Cultural Center. Tickets: $6 members and $7 nonmembers ($24 family four pack is available). www.carrollwoodcenter.org Aug. 23, 6-10 p.m. MOSI Parents Night Out Treat the kids ages 5 and older to a fun time at MOSI and get a well-deserved parenting break. Education Department team members provide supervision and age-appropriate video games, treasure hunts and creative play. Cost: $25 per child. Advance registration required. www.mosi. org Aug. 28, 10:15-11 a.m. Jump, Jive and Jam Sign up the kids for a high-energy movement class at Lutz Branch Library. Class is designed for ages 3-6 and their caregivers. Call 813-273-3652.

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Auditions, Free Offerings on Tap at Patel Conservatory The Patel Conservatory will hold a free workshop and master class as well as auditions for fall classes this month. • A free Rock School workshop is 10-11 a.m. Aug. 24. Participants will experience the feeling of being in a rock band. A keyboard, drum set, amps and a microphone will be provided. Musicians who play electric guitar and bass should bring their instruments and drummers should bring sticks. Vocalists are welcome. Registration is required at 813-222-1002. Auditions (grade four through adult) are 5-8 p.m. Aug. 13-14 and following the Aug. 24 workshop. Auditions will also be held from 6:30-8 p.m. Sept. 4. There is a $15 audition fee. • Auditions for the Youth Orchestra are 5:30-7 p.m. Aug. 13-14. Registration is required. The cost is $15. • Auditions (grade five through college) are 5:30-8 p.m. Aug. 13-14 and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 24 for Vocal Arts Junior Choir and Senior Choir. Junior Choir and Junior Ensemble are for singers in grades five through eight and Senior Choir and Senior Ensemble are for those in grade nine through college. Students should prepare a short song or excerpt (16 measures or 30 seconds), preferably with sheet music. An accompanist will be provided. Those wishing to audition should contact Kavan Gillespie at kavanaugh.gillespie@strazcenter.org. There is a $15 audition fee. • Auditions for Jazz Combo and the New Fundamentals of Jazz (grades seven through college) are 6-7 p.m. Aug. 13-14. Those auditioning will be asked to sight-read several jazz favorites and demonstrate basic improvisation skills. All musicians and singers are encouraged to audition; however, preference will be given to traditional jazz instrumentalists. Registration is required to audition and a $15 fee. • A free master class for ballet students of all levels (Prek3 through 12) is Aug. 24. These classes are a great way to introduce students to ballet for the first time or for experienced students to work on technique with next Generation Ballet faculty. All master classes offer an opportunity for placement in the nGB program. Registration is required at 813-222-1263. Auditions are scheduled individually throughout the year by calling the Patel Conservatory dance department. There is no fee to audition. Visit www.patelconservatory.org for more information about programs.

dates: Aug. 3, noon – 3 p.m. Tower Grand Opening Enjoy free food, drinks and drawings as Tower unveils its newest imaging center in Riverview. Receive a free gift while supplies last. WQYK ticket drop will feature a limited number of Blake Shelton tickets. Call 813-672-0508. Aug. 3, 4:30-9 p.m. Pup Crawl Bring your four-legged friend and beat the heat at SoHo pubs during this Humane Society of Tampa Bay benefit. Stop by MacDinton’s, Yard of Ale, World of Beer and Dubliner for drawings and drink specials and meet adoptable pups at each pub. Tickets: $15. Register at http:// hstbpupcrawl.eventbrite.com Aug. 9, 6:45-10:45 p.m. Back to Hogwarts School Shopping Drop off the kids at this Harry Potter-inspired event at Bloomingdale Regional Public Library. Guests will enjoy crafts, snacks, butter beer and more. Call 813-273-3652. Aug. 10, 6-9 p.m. Artist Reception and Chocolate Tasting Savor this tasty event and check out the work of local artists while indulging in delicious chocolate, frozen hot chocolate and frozen chocolate martinis at Ashworth Artisan Chocolates in Hyde Park Village. www. ashworthartisanchocolate.com Aug. 14, 7;30 p.m. Free ProActive Parenting Workshop Attend this event from Tampa Jewish Family Services at Congregation Rodeph Sholom in Tampa. August: Back-to-School Stress: Homework, Separation Anxiety & Overscheduled Kids. To register, email lydiaa@tjfs.org or call 813-960-1848. www.tjfs.org Aug. 25, various times Sibling Classes Sign up the kids for this class at St. Joseph’s Women’s Hospital in Tampa that addresses the joys and challenges of becoming an older sibling. One parent must attend with child (both are welcome). Cost: $10 per child. www. youknowbaycare.org

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Dunedin Fine Art Center to Get Makeover The Dunedin Fine Art Center (DFAC) plans to renovate a portion of its current space and add just over 7,300 square feet at its main campus. The official groundbreaking for the $2.9 million project is slated for this month. “it’s exciting to see this project moving forward,” says Catherine Bergmann, adult education director. “This will mean so much for the adult students in the Gladys Douglas School for the Arts and all of our visitors” The construction, spurred by a state matching grant and funding from the city of Dunedin will add a new gallery and four studio/classrooms as well as house a newly renovated Gallery Gift Shop and Palm Cafe. Go to www.dfac.org for information about programs.

Gala Celebrates Gold Award Girl Scouts Girl Scouts of West Central Florida (GSWCF) recently honored its 34 area Girl Scouts who received their Girl Scout Gold Awards – the highest and most prestigious award in Girl Scouting. The Girl Scout Gold Award recognizes girls in grades nine through 12 who demonstrate extraordinary leadership through sustainable and measurable projects. This year’s Girl Scout Gold Award recipients provided more than 3,200 hours of service and completed projects focused on a variety of community issues, such as creating a structured swimming lesson plan to teach intellectually disabled adults how to swim or educating people about the damaging effects of water pollution through localized events and storm drain marking. “Girls who pursue the Gold Award aspire to transform an idea and vision for change into an actionable plan with measurable, sustainable and far-reaching results,” says Felecia Gilmore-Long, president of the Girl Scouts of West Central Florida. “Each of this year’s 34 recipients discovered what it is their communities needed, connected with local businesses, organizations and neighbors and took action to make our world a better place.” The 34 young women who received their Girl Scout Gold Awards are from across the Tampa Bay area. in north Pinellas County, the following Scouts were recognized: Kelsi Meliah-zona (Crystal Beach), Sarah Garrison (Dunedin), Ashley Hilbert (Palm Harbor), Emma Jones (Palm Harbor), Brianna Smyth (Palm Harbor) and Ashley Klein (Tarpon Springs).

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Girl Scouts must spend a minimum of 80 hours planning and implementing their Gold Award projects, which often encompass one to two years from start to finish. The Gold Award is conferred to less than 6 percent of Girl Scouts annually. Visit www.gswcf. org to learn more.

dates: Aug. 3, noon – 4 p.m. BullsRally Join hundreds of USF football fans for this free, family friendly event at Capogna’s Dugout in Clearwater. Head coach Willie Taggart is expected to appear. Watch season highlights, peruse Bulls merchandise, play games and win prizes. Free. www.bullsrally.com Aug. 9, 6-10 p.m. Hammock Night Hikes Explore the great outdoors with your child and a guided hike of Hammock Park in Dunedin. Experience nature, listen to campfire stories, make s’mores and play games. Hike is designed for kids ages 5-11. Cost: $20 per child. Reserve a spot at 727-812-4530. Aug. 14, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Summer Movie: The Smurfs Catch a family flick at the Safety Harbor Public Library. This month, the beloved blue Smurfs are chased out of their village by the evil wizard Gargamel and find themselves smack dab in the middle of the New York City. Call 727-724-1525. Aug. 16, 6-9 p.m. Celebrate Back to School End the summer season at Highlander Pool in Dunedin. Event includes school-themed games, inflatables, prizes and concessions. Cost: $2 per person. Call 727-298-3266. Aug. 16, 6-10 p.m. 3rd Friday Music Series Enjoy shopping, dining and entertainment in downtown Safety Harbor, which benefits the Safety Harbor Kiwanis Club. Free admission. This month’s theme: Picnic in the Park. www. cityofsafetyharbor.com Aug. 28, 5:30-8 p.m. Special Art by Special Hands Attend a special fundraiser at the Syd Entel Galleries in Safety Harbor to benefit UPARC Foundation. The exhibit features work by artists of Harborside Studios, a UPARC program. Event includes wine and hors d’oeuvres, with artwork available for purchase. www.uparcfoundation. org

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Sanders School Recycles Big, Wins More Kudos to Richard L. Sanders School for its recent victory. This year, the Pinellas County school comprised of special needs students in kindergarten through high school took recycling to another level as part of Florida’s annual Earth Day recycling competition. in one month, students recycled 2,800 pounds of paper, a recycling rate of 20.3 pounds per student, winning first place in the per capita category of the competition. Seminole Vocational Education Center and Anona Elementary rounded out the top three, each recycling 2,280 pounds of paper. To congratulate the students and teachers, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Southwest District, in partnership with Pinellas County Schools, presented 1,200 students and staff with Florida State Parks passes. The annual competition is part of the state’s recycling goal, enacted through the state legislature, which declared a statewide recycling goal of 75 percent to be achieved by 2020 and directed the Department of Environmental Protection to develop a program to achieve this. For those who wish to implement or continue recycling efforts in their schools or homes, America Recycles Day is nov. 15. Go to www.americarecyclesday.org/take-the-pledge to learn more about this nationwide event.

Shorecrest Junior Takes Top Honors at Science Fair Evie Sobczak, a junior at Shorecrest Preparatory in St. Petersburg, earned First Place and Best of Category in Energy and Transportation wins at the intel international Science and Engineering Fair in Phoenix. The fair featured more than 1,600 finalists from 70 countries who qualified by winning their regional, state or district fairs and is regarded as the world’s largest high school science competition. Evie’s winning project demonstrated her skills to engineer equipment and environmentally sound processes to cultivate, harvest, extract and transesterify (or convert) algae lipids into an economically viable biofuel.

Evie Sobczak, a junior at Shorecrest, was a star at the intel international Science and Engineering Fair, the world’s largest high school science competition.

As a Best in Category winner, Shorecrest and Florida State Science Fair will each receive $1000. She also earned the Patent and Trademark Office Society Award and the innovation Exploration Award, allowing her to participate in a summer event at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory at the California institute of Technology, where she will present her project. She also received both the Florida institute of Technology Presidential Scholarship and University of Arizona new American Provost Scholarship. She has been invited to attend the Tunisian intel Science Fair in Monastir, Tunisia this summer.

dates: Aug. 3, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Keeping Seasoned Athletes in the Game Get valuable strategies for keeping an active lifestyle during this conference from BayCare Health System at Hilton Carillon Park in St. Petersburg. Hear from Olympic Gold Medalist Brooke Bennett. Cost: $40 adults and $65 professionals (seeking CEUs). www. sportsmedconference.org Aug. 6, 13, 20 and 27, 4-4:45 p.m. Kids Hoop Dancing Get the kids moving in this weekly dance class at Sunken Gardens. Kids can learn the latest fitness trends and get a workout. Cost: $10 per class. www.sunkengardens.org Aug. 9, 7 p.m. Flicks N Fins Family Fun Night Take in a movie at Seminole Family Aquatic Center. This month’s feature: Madagascar 3. Food and drinks available for purchase. www. myseminole.com Aug. 10, 9-10 a.m. Wellness Workshop Nutrition health coach Damiane Handa leads Back to Basics in the Kitchen: School Lunches at Highland Recreation Complex in Largo. Register by Aug. 8. Cost: $8 with resident rec card, $10 nonresidents and $13 guests. Call 727-5183016. Aug. 17, 6-10 p.m. Gulfport Art-Walk Stroll Beach Boulevard, listen to live music and browse a diverse mix of works at this free event. www.mygulfport.us Aug. 24, 8 a.m. Miles for Hope Wig Out Show your support in the fight against brain tumors at this benefit at Straub Park in St. Petersburg. Enjoy water slides, foam tanks and obstacles courses. Portion of proceeds benefits All Children’s Hospital. www.allkids.org

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2013 Dancing With Our Stars Coming Soon The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce is seeking participants for the 2013 Dancing With Our Stars, an annual community event. Last year’s event, showcased the talents of 16 business stars and 10 local dance instructors, with hundreds in attendance. This year’s event is Sept. 21. Stars and their sponsors will have an opportunity to promote their business while the dance professionals can bring attention to their studios. The community gets the final say by voting and enjoying the show.

At the 2012 event, Charlene ierna of ierna’s Heating and Cooling and Dr. Jorge Santana from 1 Spine Chiropractic and Rehabilitation won for Best Dance.

The overall winner will be based on monetary votes. A portion of the proceeds benefits the chamber’s local programs and arts in the community. Additional awards include Most Entertaining, Best Costume and People’s Choice.

if you are interested in volunteering behind the scenes or would like to participate by training with a dance professional to perform a short routine, contact the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce office at 813-909-2722 or visit www.centralpascochamber.com.

Morton Plant North Bay Hosts Back to School Health Fair Morton Plant north Bay Hospital is hosting a Back to School Health Fair for K–12 students of Pasco County Schools. The event is 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 3 at the hospital’s Medical Arts Building in new Port Richey. The following is free of charge but require an appointment: school/sports physicals and cardiac screenings (EKG and echo) for high school students only. All students younger than 18 must have a parent or guardian present or have a signed permission slip to participate (permission slips provided upon registration). All students who are 18 and older must present a photo iD. in addition, the Pasco County Health Department will provide free immunizations, no appointment required. Students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. information about WiC and how to obtain Florida birth certificates will also be available.

dates: Aug. 9, 10 a.m. – noon Stress Buster Day for Caregivers Sign up for a free event to pamper family caregivers at this event hosted by the Alzheimer’s Family Organization at Florida Hospital Zephyrhills. Guest speakers will discuss stress reduction, diabetes, weight and stress and Alzheimer’s Disease. Morning includes continental breakfast, lunch, refreshments, chair massages, facials and manicures. Register at 727-848-8888. Aug. 14, 10 a.m. – noon Back to School Costume Party Enjoy a fun, festive morning as part of “Wonderful Wednesdays” on the lawn of the Goin’ Postal headquarters in downtown Zephyrhills. Event includes dancing, games, storytelling, costume contests and chalk art. Free. Call 813-782-1500. Aug. 15 – Sept. 15, various times I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change Take in one of the longest running musicals in off-Broadway history as this comedic take on the battle of the sexes takes the stage at the Show Palace Theatre in Hudson. www.showpalace.net Aug. 17, 2-3:30 p.m. Back to School Trivia Challenge Prepare grade schoolers for this Jeopardy/Are You Smarter Than a Fifth-Grader style trivia game at Land O’ Lakes Public Library. Kids will get a chance to give their brain a workout as the new school year begins. Call 813-929-1214. Aug. 24, 8 a.m. Powder Puff Football Benefit Game Proceeds for this benefit game at Sam Pasco Park in Zephyrhills go to Zephyrhills High School’s football and cheerleading programs. Winning teams get a trophy, T-shirts, hats and the title of 2013 Bulldog Powder Puff Champ. Call 813-479-7438. Aug. 31, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Pioneer Florida Days Travel back in time to the early days of Florida as part of this 52nd anniversary celebration hosted by Pioneer Florida Museum and Village in Dade City. Day features Paso Fino Horses, a fiddling contest, historical reenactments and music. www.pioneerfloridamuseum.org

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High Hopes in High Heels’ Kids and Canines Puppy Shower: Back: Amy Kurella, Laura Fontanills, Andrea Balboa-Cook, Chris Kuhn, Wendy Cassidy, Tiffany Spies, Bronwyn Fowler (with son Chance), Rachel Luis (with son Alex); Michelle Boyd Dejong, Ashley Tardiff, with Noah, Nick and Nugget.

Fairytales & Frogs at Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo: All of the lords and ladies from across the land gathered for a royal celebration of frog conservation on July 13. Guests dressed as their favorite fairytale characters. There also was a VIP Tea Party fit for a queen (or king)!

Camp Mini Mad Scientists at MOSI: Max and Ainsley Herbon play with gooey Ooblech (a non-Newtonian solution).

20th Safe Kids Luncheon at All Children’s Hospital: Safety Star Award winner Alexander Castanon with Captain Corrinne Stannish from the Sarasota Police Department and All Children’s Vice President of Marketing and Community Relations Cindy Rose.

Fashion Week Tampa Bay’s Bright Nights: Tampa Bay’s fashionistas gathered at a top secret location for one of many celebrations leading up to Fashion Week Tampa Bay in September. Left, Justin Velez and Dolly Donshey. Center, Marcos Pena and Kimberly Hendrix. Right, Brian James and Anne Phillips.

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33rd National Veterans Wheelchair Games: Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn (center) played in a pick-up game of wheelchair basketball during opening ceremonies.

Summer Camp at Academy at the Lakes: Taylor Greene, Joelle McCarthy, Carson Greene, Jocelyn Stream, Luna Cummings, Sofia Petti, Ethan Amaya and Nathan Finkle.

Hollywood Hullabaloo: Members of High Hopes in High Heels organized this second annual dance event (held at the Wyndham Westshore) for children and families of the Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cancer Center. Keri Driscol, Tiffany Spies, Ali Tomlin, Rachel Luis, Michelle Boyd DeJong and Adriana Pabon.

PJs, Panties and Prosecco: In support of Redefining Refuge, guests brought pajamas and panties as their donations to shed light on child sex trafficking in Florida. Roia Barrios, Nicole Hubbard, Natasha Nascimento and Sarah Balmer.

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august calendar events/festivals SummerFest Through Sept. 2, various times Explore the sprawling, beautiful indoor gardens and lose yourself among the waves and splashes at Cypress Springs Family Fun Water Park at Gaylord Palms Resort in Kissimmee. www. gaylordpalms.com Everyone Sea Monsters Revealed Through Sept. 2, various times Experience this exhibit at MOSi and get an upclose view of the scintillating creatures of the deep sea. Tickets: $18.95 adults, $16.95 seniors and $12.95 ages 2-12. www.mosi.org Everyone Island Nights Through Aug. 10, 5-9 p.m. Soak up the sun and waves at Adventure island as its summer celebration (Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights) comes to a close. www. adventureisland.com Everyone Summer Nights SeaWorld Through Aug. 11, various times See the park in a new light — take in a spectacular show or conquer one of the many rollercoasters. www.seaworld.com Everyone Summer Nights Busch Gardens Tampa Through Aug. 18, various times Cap off your night with the stunning entertainment of Kinetix and a mesmerizing fireworks display. www.buschgardens.com Everyone History Connectors Through Aug. 31 Encourage your teens to volunteer for this program at Mildred W. and Doyle E. Carlton Jr. Cracker Country. Teens wear historical clothing, research buildings, trades and other elements of rural Florida history while working closely with trained staff and other volunteers of all ages. Go to www.crackercountry.org to apply. Teens Summer Fun Nights Florida Aquarium Aug. 1 and 8, 5-8 p.m. Take advantage of bonus time exploring the Florida Aquarium and catch rays along the new Stingray Beach, stroll the newly expanded Wetlands Trail and catch a mermaid performance. www.flaquarium.com Everyone WaZoo Aug. 3, 7:30-10:30 p.m. Sample more than 275 international beers and beverages and taste dishes from popular local restaurants as you listen to live music at Tampa’s Lowry Park zoo. Advance tickets: $70 general

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admission (by Aug. 2) and $100 ViP. Day-ofevent tickets: $80. www.lowryparkzoo.com Date Night Where the Wild Things Are Weekend Aug. 3-4, various times Put on your wolf suit and get ready to cause some mischief as part of a special event celebrating the popular children’s at the Glazer Children’s Museum. Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. www.glazermuseum.org Everyone Fresh Market Hyde Park Village Aug. 4, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Listen to live music and browse more than 70 vendors for gourmet foods, organic products and handcrafted items. Check out The Kids Market to support young business owners. Free entry and parking. www.hydeparkvillage.net Everyone Yoga in the Park Aug. 4, 11, 18 and 25, 6 p.m. Work on your best upward facing dog or half moon as part of this fitness series at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park in downtown Tampa. www. tampasdowntown.com Everyone Playin’ in the Park Aug. 6, 2-6 p.m. Take the kids for a fun afternoon of fitness at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. Listen to live music as the kids participate in interactive sports clinics and enjoy healthy snacks. www.fitkidsplayground. com Everyone IOA Golf Classic Aug. 9-11, various times Attend this inaugural sports event celebrating the best in the LPGA at innisbrook Golf Resort in Palm Harbor. Root for your favorites as they take on 54 holes for a $100,000 purse. www. symetratour.com Moms & Dads National Book Lovers Day Aug. 9, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Curl up at the Glazer Children’s Museum to celebrate reading and childhood literacy. www. glazermuseum.org Everyone

Take a trip through historical events in this interactive journey at Largo’s Armed Forces History Museum. Find out what it’s like to ride in a military vehicle. Tickets: $5-$10. www. armedforcesmuseum.com 6 & Older Meteor Shower Midnight Madness Camp-In Aug. 10-11, 5 p.m. – 10 a.m. Enjoy a beautiful nighttime sky at the MOSi planetarium and witness the Perseids Meteor Shower. Event includes pizza dinner and cereal breakfast. Fees are $105 for parent-child team ($79 members), $60 additional children ($45 members). Register at 813-987-6000. www.mosi. org 7 & Older Jobsite 2013 Gala Aug. 17, 7 p.m. Show your support for Jobsite Theater at the Straz Center by attending the annual fundraiser gala in downtown Tampa. Tickets: $125 individual and $200 couples (through Aug. 6) and $150 individual and $250 couples (after Aug. 6). www. jobsitetheater.org Moms & Dads Bark in the Ballpark Aug. 18, 1:40-5 p.m. Bring the pooch along for a fun day of baseball as the Tampa Bay Rays open Tropicana Field for a special event. www.mlb.com/tb/ticketing/ groups/group.jsp?loc=barkinthepark2 Everyone Back to School Supply Craft Days Aug. 19-31, various times Stop by the Play2Go Toyshop and pick up a new school bag or pencil case and then take your new gear and ideas to the Art Lab and decorate away at the Glazer Children’s Museum. www. glazermuseum.org 5 & Older MOSI Home School Educators Open House Aug. 21, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Enjoy a day of fun and exploration, learn about museum programs, view an educational iMAX film at a discounted rate ($4.95) and see the Sea Monsters Revealed exhibit at a special rate ($10 each). Proof of home-schooling required. www. mosi.org Everyone

Back to School Fair Aug. 10, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Come out for a family friendly event, featuring live entertainment, games, arts and crafts, and hourly giveaways at the Glazer Children’s Museum. Enjoy $5 admission to museum (free to members). www.backtoschoolfair.com Everyone

Zoo Run Run Aug. 24, 7:30 a.m. Lace up for this 11th annual 5k event that winds through Tampa’s Lowry Park zoo and along the scenic Hillsborough River. Sign up the kids for the Fun Run. Registration includes zoo admission. Check in is 6:30 a.m. www.lowryparkzoo.com Everyone

Ride through History Aug. 10 and 24, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Grand Gala Fashion Show Aug. 25, 1 p.m.

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Attend a fun fashion event at Doubletree Hotel by Hilton at Tampa Airport. Hosted by idia Models and Talents, this event is designed to empower and promote self-esteem in young girls and boys. Tickets: $25. (813) 944-3085 Everyone

art Think Earth Exhibition Through Oct. 31, various times View children’s art, depicting recycling principles, at the offices of the Children’s Board of Hillsborough County, 1002 E. Palm Ave., Tampa. Free. www.childrensboard.org Everyone Wearable Art 9 Aug. 17, 8:30 p.m. Attend an evening of art and fashion at the Dunedin Fine Art Center, featuring an eclectic mix of local art legends and performance artists. Tickets: $20 general admission and reserved seating $35-$75. Doors open at 7 p.m. www.dfac. org Everyone Photo Safari Aug. 24, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Go on a safari with a husband and wife photography team of Boxfotos Airstream as they offer tips for shooting nature and guide participants on a photography trek through Boyd Hill nature Preserve. Guests should dress comfortably and bring a lunch. Water and snacks provided. Cost: $65 (includes safari and admission). To register, call 727-896-2667, Ext. 210. Everyone Sponge Docks Arts and Crafts Festival Aug. 31, Sept. 1-2, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Head over to downtown Tarpon Springs for live music, Greek cuisine, a diverse selection of arts across a variety of media and handmade crafts. www.tarponspringschamber.org Everyone

film The Smurfs 2 Opens July 31 Rejoin the Smurfs as they team up with their human friends to save the kidnapped Smurfette from the evil clutches of Gargamel in the sequel featuring the voices of Hank Azaria, neil Patrick Harris and Jayma Mays. Check local movie listings. 6 & Older Classic Film Series at Tampa Theatre Aug. 4, 11, 18 and 25, 3 p.m. Take in some of the most influential films of all time as part of this summer series. This month:

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Jaws (Aug. 4), The General (Aug. 11), Gone with the Wind (Aug. 18) and Casablanca (Aug. 25). www.tampatheatre.org Everyone Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters Opens Aug. 7 Catch up with the son of Poseidon and his friends in this sequel. Film stars Logan Lerman and nathan Fillion. 8 & Older Regal Summer Movie Express Aug. 7, 10 a.m. Bring the kids for this special movie series from Tampa Bay Parenting at participating Regal Cinemas. Admission: $1. Contact theaters for details. www.regmovies.com Everyone Planes Opens Aug. 9 Meet Dusty, a cropduster plane that dreams of a life as an aerial racer but must get over a fear of heights. Movie features voice talents of Val Kilmer, Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Teri Hatcher. 6 & Older Global Lens Series Aug. 9, 6:30-8 p.m. Watch the latest entry of the Gasparilla international Film Festival series at Tampa Museum of Art. This month’s feature is The Fantastic World of Juan Orol. Cost: $5 museum members, $8 general public and free for festival members. www.tampamuseum.org Moms & Dads RiffTrax Live: Starship Troopers Aug. 15, 8 p.m. Prepare for laughs as the people who brought you Mystery Science Theater 3000 present their take on Starship Troopers as part of this onenight only event. Watch the funny trio offer up commentary as the film shows on the big screen at select theaters in Brandon, Lakeland, Oldsmar, Pinellas Park, Sarasota and Tampa. 12 & Older Big Lebowski: Cult Classics at The Dali Aug. 20, 7-10:30 p.m. Grab a lawn chair, $5 milkshake and watch a classic flick at The Dali in downtown St. Petersburg. Event features cash bar, popcorn and food truck cuisine for purchase. Admission is free and open to the public. www.thedali.org Date Night

theater & dance The Lonesome West Through Aug. 4, various times

Catch one of the final performances of Jobsite Theater’s latest production at the Straz Center in Tampa. Tickets start at $28. Mature audiences only. www.jobsitetheater.org Moms & Dads Project: Shattered Silence Aug. 1-3, various times Experience an original production of this special group of young actors at The Murray Studio Theater at Clearwater’s Ruth Eckerd Hall. Tickets: $19.50. www.rutheckerdhall.com 12 & Older Art Aug. 7 – Sept. 8, various times See the hilarious Tony award-winning play that explores artistic appreciation and friendship when it comes to American Stage in St. Petersburg. Mature subject matter and language. Tickets: $29-$59. www.americanstage.org Moms & Dads Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr. Aug. 9-10, various times Travel to a magical kingdom under the sea in this Patel Conservatory Theater musical production in Ferguson Hall at the Straz Center. Tickets are $15 through Aug. 8 (then $20). www.strazcenter. org Everyone Shrek the Musical Aug. 9-10, various times Sing along with everybody’s favorite ogre as the talented students of Marcia P. Hoffman Performing Arts institute dazzle audiences at Ruth Eckerd Hall. Tickets: $10-$15. www. rutheckerdhall.com Everyone M.A.D. Theatre Presents The Mystery of Edwin Drood Aug. 15-25, various times Audience members orchestrate the final scenes in this love triangle whodunit in the Shimberg Playhouse at the Straz Center. Tickets: $22. www.strazcenter.org Date Night

music & comedy Matchbox Twenty & Goo Goo Dolls Aug. 4, 7 p.m. Join two influential 90s bands as they share the stage at MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre in Tampa. Tickets: $140.17. www.livenation.com 12 & Older Justin Bieber Aug. 8, 7 p.m. Embrace your Bieber Fever as the global superstar

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While great care was taken in compiling the calendar, it’s always best to phone ahead to confirm information.

brings his sold-out Believe tour to the Tampa Bay Times Forum in downtown Tampa. Tickets: $36.75-$92.25. www.tampabaytimesforum.com 8 & Older Rock School Blowout Aug. 17, 1 p.m. Rock out as Patel Conservatory students demonstrate their skills with both classic and recent tunes in the TECO Theater at the Straz Center. Event is free and open to the public. www.patelconservatory.org Everyone Backstreet Boys Aug. 23, 7 p.m. Relive the platinum-selling artists’ biggest hits as part of their in a World Like This Tour at Tampa’s MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre. The band will be joined by Jesse McCartney and DJ Pauly D. www.livenation.com Moms Kevin James Aug. 24, 8 p.m. Enjoy a laugh courtesy of the stand-up comedian and film and TV actor when he visits The Mahaffey Theater in St. Petersburg. www. themahaffey.com Moms & Dads Bruno Mars Aug. 28, 7:30 p.m. Dance in your seats as the talented singersongwriter brings his popular Moonshine Jungle Tour to the Tampa Bay Times Forum. www. tampabaytimesforum.com Everyone Toni Braxton Aug. 28, 7:30 p.m. Get lost in the smooth, sultry sounds of the award-winning R&B vocalist as she takes the stage for one night only at The Mahaffey Theater. Tickets: $45.50-$99.50. www.themahaffey.com Date Night Blake Shelton: Ten Times Crazier Tour Aug. 30, 7:30 p.m. Sing along with the popular country singer when his Ten Times Crazier Tour arrives in Tampa at the MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre. Tickets start at $29.25. www.livenation.com Everyone

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