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12 Show Me the Money It’s time to talk finances with your kids

16 AMericAn hiStory Dr. King’s lessons are lessons for all 20 GuyS And dollS Parents must refute gender stereotypes 25 A Stroke of iMAGinAtion Let your walls be your canvas 26 deSiGn A heAlthy nurSery Creating a Green Home for your Bundle of joy

28 hAndS off Ending, preventing child abuse key to our future 34 to your heArt’S content Goodies you’ll love 40 Accepted – now whAt? College-bound kids still need your advice, support

44 extraordinAry woMAn Carolyn S. Hennecy

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6 letter froM the editor 16 educAtion 20 privAte School Guide 27 heAlth And wellneSS 38 whAt’S hAppeninG 46 north hillSborouGh newS 48 South hillSborouGh newS 50 north pinellAS newS 52 South pinellAS newS 54 pASco newS

56 Around town 58 cAlendAr of eventS

On the cover: 22011 Cover Kid Winners Aria and Naomi Parker pictured at Dinoquest: Jurassic Journey opening Feb. 9th at Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo.. Photograph by: Rita Backus,

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Has it been chilly enough for you? The last few months have not felt like Florida and it makes me wonder if Valentine’s Day will be matched up with perfect cuddling weather. i personally am opting for cuddling in warmth instead. As parents we have plenty of worries — real and imagined. The death of 9-year-old Christina Taylor Green in the Arizona tragedy is a parent’s worst nightmare. Older children may be asking questions and expressing their own fears about death. Reassure your children that while one bad person committed this heinous act, there are more good people than bad. you also can teach Christmas in Miami. Me pictured with som in the world! L to your children that they’re not too young to make a dife of my favorite R: David Estevez, Clara Fath, Harris Mil people Pat ricia Guarch, Anna grim, Odie, ference. Christina was interested in serving her country Delage and Lindsa y Perez. one day and had been active in giving to charities. Teach your children about respecting and caring for others and working to make the world a better place. One person can make a difference. Speaking of making a difference, we all should be concerned about the child abuse epidemic in our country and around the world. The children are our future and under the right guidance and tutelage, they’ll be productive members of society. it is every adults’ job, regardless of whether they have children or not, to be a motivator, encourager and protector of children. Those children are going to be taking care of us one day, through our government, health care facilities and educational system. That’s why we’re taking a look at the problem of child abuse and how to prevent it on page 28. This month is a short but eventful one. College-bound high school seniors likely are receiving acceptance letters to college. Through all the excitement, don’t forget your kids still need you to parent. A high school diploma doesn’t magically turn you into an adult and your young adult will still need lots of guidance. We’ve got some tips for you on page 40. Black History Month is here as well and i hope that you’re speaking to your kids about the courage of individuals such as Harriet Tubman and the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Our children should know how blessed we are that we live in a diverse country, where we are experiencing and living life the way others dreamed and enabled for us. We’ve got an information filled issue for you this month. I also hope you have fun helping the kids send out their Valentine’s. I’ll be smiling with you as you watch your child’s first crush be revealed or monitor your teenager’s hormonal behavior. Be sure to tune in Thursdays at noon to Parents in Action on ABC Action news and visit me online at ParentingWithAngela.com

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hile experts say the economic climate is turning around, nearly all of us have tightened our belts, which can be challenging, especially when kids want to keep up with their friends’ zhu zhu Pets, iPods or the latest Wii games. Kids are bombarded by advertising, and parents are bombarded with “Mommy, can you buy me…?” or “Dad, i really need…” it can be a bit much and giving in can sometimes be easier than teaching kids about financial literacy. Surprisingly, kids do want to learn about financial literacy. A 2009 back-to-school survey by Capitol One found that 50 percent of the teens surveyed expressed an interested in learning more about money and that they prefer to learn about money from their parents rather than friends. Another 2009 survey from Capitol One of high school seniors found that 65.4 percent of the male students rated themselves as “highly knowledgeable” about personal finance, compared with the 49.2 percent of the young women who participated in the study. That being said, it’s more important than ever to teach kids about financial literacy. They’re never too young to start learning. Some experts even suggest that as soon as your child can tell the difference between a dime and a quarter, it’s time to start teaching financial literacy.

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But what is the best way to teach financial literacy? Charles Schwab’s 2008 “Parents & Money” survey found that 69 percent of parents feel less prepared to give their teens advice and guidance about investing than they do about sexual intimacy. According to a 2010 Merrill Lynch study, the lessons parents most frequently pass along to their children are the importance of managing a budget; investing for retirement; managing a checking or savings account; and managing and paying down debt properly. The study also found that the financial lessons parents teach their kids are among the most important pieces of a healthy childhood. To be sure, talking about money is not always easy and teaching financial literacy can be challenging. Google “financial literacy for kids” and more than 430,000 results pop up. There are hundreds of programs – organizations, software, curriculum – out there, trying to make it easier to give those financial lessons.

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One of the program emphases of Girl Scouts is financial literacy. Through financial literacy, girls set financial goals and gain the confidence they need to ultimately take control of their financial futures. By developing money management skills early in life, girls learn how to increase continued on page 15

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are segregated to their stereotypical interests – rockets and robots for boys, kitchen sets and babies for girls. Many fast food restaurants second the notion that girls don’t want to play with action figures by asking every parent that orders a kid’s meal whether the meal is for a boy or girl. I admit it’s difficult not to get annoyed while explaining through a speaker box that, though my kid is a girl, she wants the dinosaur instead of the lame lip gloss. But it must be done. Teach your child that she has options and encourage her to consider a variety of toys and hobbies.

How often have we read about young men having trouble expressing emotions or young women giving up on math and science? Though we have come a long way from the Barbie that squeaked, “Math is hard,” our children still are bombarded with messages about what their behavior and mannerisms should be. As parents, we can combat gender stereotypes and nurture our children’s individual traits – whatever they might be.

Shake things up a bit: We never know what children will be interested in until we give things a try, but all too often it never occurs to us to invite our daughters to help build the new mailbox or to ask our sons to give us a hand in the kitchen. Every once in a while take the opportunity to place a tool or gadget into the tiny hands of your curious child for the sole purpose of seeing if he enjoys it. Sure he may end up not liking it, but he will always remember that you gave him the opportunity to try something new without judgment or mockery.

Demand an end to the toy segregation: Recently one of the largest toy companies in the country updated their stores by taking a step back in time. Rather than having aisles simply labeled as “Cars” or “Games,” there are now two sections where boys and girls

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child’s inspiration comes from many different places, so why shouldn’t it come from your walls. With so many options available for decorating, wallpapering and painting, there is no longer any excuse for plain white. no matter your budget or sense of design, your child’s bedroom or playroom can be transformed into a place where imagination can grow.

Chalk Board Paint is a super easy way

to let your child’s inner Picasso shine through. it comes in many forms — gallons as well as spray cans — and a variety of colors from good old classroom black to contemporary fire engine red. it also is reasonably priced. you can find tips for applying the paint on a variety websites, including the Benjamin Moore one. it recommends using decorative molding or a colorful painted border to give your chalkboard space a personal touch. Also, don’t forget a ledge for chalk and erasers. Once the wall is painted, all you need is a box of chalk and your little one will discover an endless world of color and drawing.

commercials for them and you can find them in businesses and homes. They are a modern take on borders or stenciling and definitely make a statement. They can be used over virtually any surface. Wait at least three weeks before applying one to a freshly painted wall, though. They typically are removable but can come in permanent versions, so be sure to confirm with your supplier which version you are buying. Perfect for the walls of your child’s room or a playroom, you can find just about any kind you want from superheroes to princesses to sports figures. Allow your child to choose the theme, letting their imaginations run wild. As your child’s interests change, so can the decal.

Wallpaper isn’t the same as you remember

from your grandparents’ kitchen it’s now customizable, giving you the chance to choose a pattern that suits your family and lifestyle. Available from Dwell Studios, www.dwellstudio. com, you can select the color as well as the pattern’s scale. Themes include transportation, dots, zinnias, owls and paper dolls. The wallpaper also is easy to remove without damaging walls, letting the room change as your child grows and changes.

Wall Decals are growing in popularity. Murals are the ultimate when it comes to Also called wall stickers, we’ve all seen the

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home. By working with an artist who specializes in murals you can transform any space into not only a work of art but a true wonderland. Two bay area artists, who together make up Painted Poetry Home, can transfer the thoughts in your imagination to the surface of your walls or can paint something you never dreamed of. “My friend jokingly calls me the best unicorn painter in the south,” says Robert Phelps. Together with partner Rebecca Dubin, the pair’s work is the definition of creativity and will inspire your family to shoot for the stars. “A child’s room is a very special place, almost sacred in a way,” the two say. “it functions as a sanctuary, a laboratory, an art studio, a library, a gym, a cocoon and launching pad of dreams where a lot of growth happens. Many of the seeds of creativity start sprouting in this very intimate environment where the child feels most comfortable. We like the idea of painting images that reinforce, inspire or harmonize the space.” See their masterpieces at www.paintedpoetryhome.com. in a world of video games and television, providing an environment where your children feel inspired to imagine and dream gives them the support they need to explore their creativity. This gift of imagination truly is the present that requires no batteries and promises to outlast the latest trend in entertainment.

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how to transform your home Whether this is your first or 20th wall project, getting it to look like it was done by a pro is the goal. Here are some tips to help you create the room of your dreams and wow friends and family. Wallpaper

• Wallpaper may be applied to any dry, clean, smooth surface. • Fill cracks and sand to create a smooth surface. • Turn off all electrical current to the room before installation. • Starting from the top center, work down and outwards to smooth the panel. • Continue this method with the remaining panels. • Once installed, your wall covering may be cleaned using a soft, damp sponge.

Wall Decals

• Wall decals may be applied to hard, clean, smooth and dry surfaces. • Textured walls may not work well, but they can be applied to glass, metal and plastic surfaces. • Make markings and measurements as needed. • Gently peel the hard paper backing away from the transfer paper. • Place your decal on the wall with the transfer paper. • Once you have smoothed out your decal, it’s safe to remove the transfer paper. • Most wall decals are removable but not reusable. Some touch ups may be necessary.

Chalkboard Paint

• Make sure you have enough paint. You don’t want any color variations. • Tape off the area to be painted. • Wall must be clean and smooth before starting to paint on it. • Stir paint gently. It may break down if you stir it too hard. • Apply paint by starting in the middle, making sure that you overlap all brush marks. • Wait three days for paint to fully dry. • Once dry, you’ll need to prepare the surface by rubbing chalk all over and erasing it.

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hen you’re expecting a new baby, designing and creating the perfect nursery is on the top of your todo list. There are lots of decisions to make and one of the most important factors to keep in mind is creating a healthy environment. Eco-conscious parents can start protecting their new bundle of joy before he or she is born by selecting products that are healthy and green. With the brand-new, innovative Peaceful Nursery iPhone app, everything you need to know about designing and creating a healthy and eco-friendly nursery is right at your fingertips. To guide expecting moms and dads in the right direction, The Peaceful nursery - offer the following seven suggestions for making your nursery green and healthy:

1. Clean With All Natural Cleaning Products: A study by the Environmental

Protection Agency found that pollution inside a home could be two to five times higher than outside the home, even in large, industrialized cities. Household cleaning products are one of the causes of indoor air pollution. Many household cleaning products contain chemicals such as ammonia and phenol, which can irritate your skin and lungs, and can cause headaches. All-natural cleaning products are widely available in stores these days, but you can also make your own using ingredients such as white vinegar and baking powder.

2. Buy Organic or Untreated Fabrics: Organic cotton is grown without the use of chemical pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, soil fumigants, and fertilizers. Fabrics made from organic cotton are not treated with chemicals during the manufacturing process, either. Look for clothes and sheets made from natural materials like linen, wool, hemp, bamboo, silk, and organic cotton. if organic products are too pricey, look for untreated fabrics, since twentieth century inventions like “permanent press,” “wrinkle free,” “stain resistant,” and “flame resistant” all rely on fabrics that have been heavily treated with chemicals. Organic and untreated are better

choices for the planet and, your baby.

3. Commit to healthy and EcoFriendly Materials and products: Paints can give off toxic fumes known as volatile organic compounds (VOCs). These chemicals can remain in the air even after the paint is dry. non-VOC paints are a healthier, more eco-friendly alternative. no matter what, paint your nursery at least a month in advance of your baby’s arrival and keep the windows open, so that the majority of any VOCs and other solvents will have time to dissipate. you can also use natural paints, such as milk paint or natural lime paint. Look for furniture made with organic or untreated fabrics and PBDE-free foam. you may also choose to buy furniture made from FSC certified wood, which guarantees the wood is from a responsibly harvested forest. Also, limit your use of plastics as some plastics may leach harmful chemicals. Choose “safer plastics” such as polypropylene (recycle #5), particularly for items that may end up in your baby’s mouth, such as pacifiers, teethers, toys or nipples. Finally, opt for natural, chemicalfree personal care products or avoid them altogether. Most newborns are fine with water for bathing and a little olive oil for a moisturizer or to treat cradle cap.

4. Buy Second-Hand Furniture or Borrow From A Friend: Check in with friends who may be ready to unload some of their baby furniture, since a lot of it is only useful for a short period of time. Used furniture more than five years old has most likely off-gassed the majority of toxins in finishes, paint or construction, which makes buying or borrowing used furniture an excellent way to be health conscious, stay within a budget, and practice recycling. However, be aware that hand-medown cribs may not meet current safety standards and older furniture made before 1978 might contain lead paint. Check to make sure your hand-me-down crib is up to current standards with the Juvenile Products Manufacturer Association at www.jpma.org.

5. Keep It Simple and Don’t Get Caught Up in the Hype: When shopping for your baby, keep in mind you may

not need everything that’s recommended. For example, if you have a dresser that’s an appropriate height for changing the baby, you can just buy a changing station “top” for the dresser. Or you can change your baby on the floor or on your bed… it’s up to you. Perhaps you will decide to simply use biobags to dispose of diapers rather than buy a fancy diaper pail. it’s easy to over-buy in anticipation of your baby, especially if you’ve never been a parent before and aren’t sure what you’ll want or need. We suggest visiting a friend who parents in a way you relate to, and asking her advice.

6. Think Ahead and Store: if you plan on having more children, then it is well worth the effort to carefully clean and properly store old clothes, toys, and furniture for your next child. invest in storage bins that can be sealed to protect your hand-medowns. if you don’t store hand-me-downs properly you might be wasting your time and space on dusty, moldy, or moth-eaten pieces.

7. Adopt some simple habits: Have a “shoeless home.” Shoes track in dirt and pesticides from outside onto our floors where babies spend a great deal of time. Remove your shoes before entering your home. Avoid using pesticides and insecticides in your yard. Open windows in your home for at least ten minutes a day to let in fresh air and sunshine. Opening windows allows toxins in the air to exit and fresh air to enter. The Peaceful nursery features a quick and easy shopping checklist of all the right items to buy for the nursery, along with tips about what to avoid, and an explanation of what chemicals are often found in each product. A paint guide, tips on everything from helping baby sleep to uses of color, and a section on how to arrange your nursery are also included, along with video insights from the app’s co-authors. You can find additional information at www.inspiredeverydayliving. com/inspired-living-apps Laura Forbes Carlin and Alison Forbes are sisters, co-founders of Inspired Everyday Living, and authors of The Peaceful Nursery. For more information, visit inspiredeverydayliving.com.

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ast year, the Government Accountability Office initiated a study to delve into an epidemic that has swept the United States. The six-month study showed that there are more deaths attributed to child abuse and neglect than the H1n1 virus, food-borne illnesses, Toyota accelerator malfunctions, coal mining accidents and U.S. soldiers killed in iraq and Afghanistan combined. Although the investigation did show a decrease in reported death-related abuse cases since 2006, there are still more than 1,800 deaths every year due to parent or guardian neglect. What ever happened to the children are the future? Where are parents failing? And why? Who is going to speak up for these forgotten children? The national Coalition to End Child Abuse Deaths is asking these difficult questions that no one seems to want to ask and demanding answers from local, state and federal lawmakers. The largest complaint presented by the coalition is the lack of media attention to child-abuse deaths, which, according the nCECAD, is the “no. 1 impediment to the enactment of needed federal and state reforms.” A seven-step national strategy has been presented but has failed to gain any momentum in the Congress, partially because of the program’s estimated $5 billion cost. “America can do better,” says Scott Burns, executive director of the national District Attorneys Association.

The project’s seven-point plan would: • Build upon the best of current child protection systems allowing the government to develop a strategy for stopping maltreatment deaths. • increase federal and private funding for programs that help prepare expecting parents for parenthood. • Create national standards drawn from existing practices and policies for protecting children. • Modify confidentiality laws to allow policy makers, the press, and the public to better understand what protection policies and practices need to be improved in the aftermath of a child’s death. • Have the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services standardize definitions and methodologies used to collect state data related to maltreatment deaths. • Conduct a public education campaign to encourage reporting of child maltreatment, and to enlist communities in the protection of children. • Adopt a model protocol for assuring that civil and criminal legal proceedings are closely coordinated between child protection and law enforcement agencies. The state of Florida ranks no. 1, yes no. 1, in child-abuse related deaths in the nation.

According to recent statistics, 4.63 out of every 100,000 children in Florida will die before the age of 18 due to child abuse or neglect. Have our state and federal lawmakers failed us or have we as a community turned a blind eye? The answer is both. There is only so much that Tallahassee and Washington can do to prevent these senseless deaths. We as citizens of the Sunshine State must stand up to prevent abuse. if people knowingly ignore the signs of abuse in a child, they are just as guilty as the abuser, nay, guiltier for allowing it to happen. Most people seem to have lost sight of the objectives. We have become so worried about prosecuting the perpetrators of these awful crimes that we have forgotten completely about preventing the abuse in the first place. Communities must be proactive on this topic, not reactive. “This is a real wake-up call for national media, which we are calling on to start doing it’s job in casting a long-overdue spotlight on child abuse and neglect deaths” says Director of the national Children’s Alliance Teresa Huizar. Many supporters think more coverage will result in fewer deaths. Ultimately, it is up to all adults to take a stand against child abuse. There is only so much the media and the government can do. Without action from local citizens this epidemic will never end.

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WHAT CAN yOU DO? If you see something, say something. Lawyers, teacher, police officers and social workers by law are required to report any suspected case of child abuse. informing one of these officials in time can prevent a death. Anonymous tips also can be made. Talk to your children about abuse. Keep an open line of communication with your children and discuss with them the reasons why child abuse is wrong. Let them know that if they see something that doesn’t seem right, tell a teacher or come home and tell you. Support programs that help abused children. Find a local organization that shelters abused children. Many programs are always looking for donations and families to sponsor these children. A Safe Place Haven in Tampa is a wonderful program that shelters women and children who have been subjected to abuse. Become a Guardian ad Litem. Becoming a Guardian ad Litem is an important part of preventing repeat cases of abuse. Guardians are trained to represent children in the court of law and speak in the child’s best interest. Voices for Children is the local Guardian ad Litem program. Contact the group at www. guardianadlitem.org. Sign a petition. Petition your local, state and federal representatives to take on the topic of child abuse in your area. Demand change for children who have no voice. Several sources were used to research this article.

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Tampa’s annual expo for parents and kids sponsored by Winn-Dixie and the Winn-Dixie Baby Club is back. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 19., enjoy exhibits, entertainment, children’s safety information, face painting, child safety ID cards, car seat checks, bicycle helmet fitting, special offers for pregnant moms and free baby product samples at the Tampa Convention Center. Admission is free. You also can meet Food Network Star and co-founder of Sprout organic baby food Tyler Florence at the Expo. Save 50 percent on parking by preregistering at www.childrensexpos.com. For booth or participation information, contact Krayl Funch at krayl@tbparenting.com.

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Education is at the heart of Tampa Bay On The Fly. True to its founder’s vision, once a month, families are the focus of flytying class, teaching the youngest fishermen. The next family tie night is at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 24. “We offer a wide variety of gear, accessories and tying materials made by dozens of manufacturers so that our customers can learn about the benefits and challenges of each and can choose the product that is best for them and the fish they’re chasing,” says owner Enver Hysni, who has more than 25 years of experience. Those interested in attending should call the shop at 813-443-0660 to reserve a space. No prior experience is necessary. Tampa Bay On The Fly, 4203 El Prado Blvd., Tampa, is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. Visit www.tampabayonthefly.com to learn about the area’s saltwater and freshwater fish, fly fishing club meetings and even “What’s Biting Now.”

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The Pin Chasers Knight Parade culminates the annual Gasparilla Celebration on Feb. 12, winding through Tampa’s historic Ybor City entertainment district. The Knight Parade is the largest, longest running street parade in the Southeast United States. It’s expected to draw more than 118 parade units, five marching bands and 110,000 spectators in its 37th year. Pin Chasers, Tampa Bay’s premier bowling centers, have been a family tradition for more than 50 years and have a long history of supporting children and education. It has been a supporter of Big Brothers and Big Sisters Bowl for Kids’ Sake for more than three decades. “We respect and appreciate Pin Chasers for giving back to the community that has made them so popular. We believe this is a great alliance and hope Pin Chasers becomes a long-standing sponsor of the Knight Parade,” says Simon Canasi, Knight Parade co-chairman. The Krewe of Sant’ Yago Education Foundation expects to assist up to 50 students attending Florida colleges and universities in 2011, in large part due to the Pin Chasers Knight Parade. Visit www.pinchasers.net or www.knightparade.com to learn more.

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Guys, are you tired of bombing out when it comes to Valentine’s Day? Enjoy a romantic getaway weekend while taking in the world famous sunsets of St. Pete Beach at the Postcard Inn. The inn is offering a two-night stay in a room overlooking its historic garden area, where the trees are adorned with lights and you can sit by the firepits sipping champagne. Then prepare for an exciting four-course dinner for two that crafted by its executive chef. You also can fly with Safari Choppers in a heart-shaped pattern over downtown St. Petersburg. Call 727-367-2711 or go to www.postcardinn.com to make your reservations.

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ew beginnings can be thrilling and horrifying. The heartracing excitement parents and collegebound kids feel just before the big send-off is often over-shadowed by an uncontrollable dread of the unknown. While future students dream of all the possibilities that await—the parties and the freedom from Mom’s incessant nagging—parents stress about the impending inability to protect their children and take care of them. Here are a few steps you can take to get your young-adult ready for independence.

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Upon being accepted to a university, your child will be flooded with mail from credit card companies. i can remember signing up for my first credit card, an MTV card with a 13 percent monthly interest rate — don’t judge me, I didn’t know any better. The first month i bought anything that i wanted — i needed it for my new life. While it was hard for me to hand over $60 for a new sweater, handing over this tiny, magical, plastic card didn’t hurt one bit. Then the bill came and my throat closed up, my skin became red and blotchy and the room started to spin. Don’t get me wrong, i think this is the perfect time for students to begin building credit and learning about financial responsibility. There is nothing worse than graduating from college and trying to buy a car or rent an apartment and being denied because you have no credit history, but students need to remember that just because they don’t have to pay right away doesn’t mean they should spend money frivolously. Agree upon a card with your student and outline the rules for spending, such as monthly limits and appropriate purchases to put on the card. Groceries, for example, are acceptable but weekly shopping sprees are not.

Healthy Habits

Hopefully you have been teaching your child about nutrition since day one and those values are deeply ingrained. The freshman 15, which refers to the approximate amount of pounds new undergrads gain, won’t be a problem for your child, right? i’m sure if offered a banana or a stack of Oreo’s, they’d pick the banana? Wrong. College is a different environment. Late night study sessions, 100-page reading assignments and the pressure to be social will indefinitely curb your child’s ability to make healthy choices. At 2 a.m. after the dining hall is closed — and yes, you can expect them to be studying until 2 a.m. — the vending machine may be the only viable option, but it doesn’t have to be. in the months before they leave the nest, take them grocery shopping with you and have them pick out healthy snacks. When they get settled in their dorm room make sure they have a mini-fridge to store fresh fruits and veggies to snack on rather than making late-night trips to grab a Snickers. Bottom line, you are not going to be there to make meals and dorm rooms, equipped with nothing more than microwaves, are not conducive to healthy eating habits. Have your young adult cook meals for the family in his final months at home. This will force him to learn how to prepare healthy food and encourage independence. Take it a step further and have him begin an exercise routine before he leaves. Studies have shown that when students get stressed the first thing they cut from their to-do lists is exercise. This is extremely detrimental to their health, not to mention counter-productive since regular-exercise can help combat stress.

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Financial Responsibility

Certainly no parent wants to see their child struggle, and college is a hard enough time as it is, but there is nothing wrong with young adults working and assuming some form of financial responsibility. College is expensive, and while i am certainly not suggesting you force your son or daughter to pay tuition, it is a reality for some. Call me old-fashioned, but i think it is important for students to hold a part-time job while they attend school. After spending an afternoon filing papers my freshman year, i calculated that i had made $28. The fact that four hours of my time was only worth that much was quite sobering. in fact, i began to think about stuff in terms of how many hours of work it would take me to buy it. When i realized that an iced-coffee at Starbuck’s was almost a whole hour of labor, i quickly began boycotting Grande White Chocolate mocha’s — coincidently this helped me keep off the dreaded freshman 15. To take it a step further, put your child in charge of one expense, something simple that makes her assume responsibility and requires monthly planning. My mother began by forcing me to pay my monthly cell phone bill. As an addition to her plan, my service cost $40 per month or what i equated to eight hours of labor. it was not a big deal, but it was something i always had to account for. if it was the last week of the month and i was invited out to eat or on a shopping trip, i would decline. i had to pay my cell phone bill. College is much more than a stepping-stone on the path to a career; it is essentially a training session for the real world. A taste of responsibility and a test of maturity that will define the people your children will become. Look to it as an opportunity to help make them independent and stable adults before it’s time for them to fly completely solo. Lindsay Perez is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in journalism at the University of Miami. Contact her at lindsay@tbparenting.com.

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Carolyn Hennecy is a survivor and now the Lakeland native is helping other women, telling her story in Orange Blossom Wishes: Child Molested, Woman Abused – Her Victorious Journey to Freedom. The 2008 memoir, available at Barnes & nobles and Amazon.com, takes readers through her childhood and a nearly 16year marriage filled with emotional, verbal and physical abuse to her escape. Today, she’s an advocate, bringing more awareness to domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse through her website, www.orangeblossomwishes.com, and community work. She is celebrating 25 years of freedom from domestic violence and aims to help fellow travelers find the hope and happiness they deserve. What is your biggest fear? Undoubtedly, i fear leaving this big blue marble without having fulfilled my purpose and destiny. i spent time drowning in hopelessness and i have had hope restored. i am now compelled to help others find their own restoration. Knowing how volatile things can become in an instant, much of what i do is for my granddaughters, striving to make this world a bit safer for them. What advice would you give to other women? i seek to educate victims that they have the ability to avoid potentially abusive relationships. Any of us can easily become a victim. Knowledge truly is power. i hope to speak in the area’s high schools, colleges, businesses and churches, educating the public on how to recognize signs of an abusive relationship and escape safely. What is your proudest moment? in spite of having so many downs and so few ups over the years, there is a happily-ever-after to my story. After 17 years of single life, i came across an old friend on the internet. We met in second grade, but after graduation lost contact for 39 years. There was never any special attraction or crush, no dates, just two buddies. In 2008, we had our first date, 50 years after meeting, and soon thereafter were married. i never imagined being so happy was possible. What is your biggest achievement? One of my proudest moments came in April,

when i was chosen by Verizon as one of only five women in the nation to attend the Family Justice Alliance Annual international Conference as a VOiCES representative. What an honor. i participated as part of a panel addressing long-term support, including assistance to victims after they have made the break from their abusive environment. Meeting and speaking with the White House adviser on violence against women was frosting on the cake. This year brings with it the honor of being part of the Sexual Violence Task Force Tampa Bay Speakers Bureau. What makes you happy? One of the greatest fulfillments in life is when, at a book signing or other author event, a stranger reaches out and whispers in my ear, “i’ve been married for 60 years, and never told my husband this. i was molested by my father when i was a little girl.” Then, we hug and weep together, sharing a common factor. i hope i never forget the feeling of being a victim, for you see, the day i lose the ability to feel their pain and empathize with their turmoil, perhaps seeing them as just another statistic, is the day i have begun to fail and lose my passion. How do you relax and take time for yourself? Most of my “me” time is in front of a keyboard. Writing is my sanctuary. The year i spent writing my book was probably the most valuable time i spent alone during my adult life. it was cathartic and healing. i had to go deeply inward, revisiting some unpleasant times and places. nevertheless, a sense of accomplishment rushed over me the day that first copy arrived at my doorstep. I embraced it tightly, cried pathetically and kept repeating, “i did it! i did it!” The other keyboard in my life is the piano. i learned to play when i was a young girl, and have always had a great appreciation for music, from Debussy to the Drifters, country to oldies. it is an innate part of my soul, and touches me in a unique manner, lifting my spirit and bringing relaxation, as well. What kind of message would you like to give women in this community? Obviously, my passion is consistently taking

a stand against all forms of abuse, doing all i can to prevent it and encouraging others to take part in the work of domestic violence awareness. As a mother and grandmother, one important message i would convey to readers is that love does not intentionally inflict physical or emotional harm or pain. Remarkably, and thankfully, the Tampa Bay area has a vast number of agencies available for victims and recovering survivors. One of my chief goals is to help victims make that connection and get the assistance they need. How do you enjoy or draw information from the magazine? I find it heartening to read articles and see pictures that revolve around enriching and strengthening families. Our children are our future and we should learn and share what works or doesn’t as we make every effort to raise well-adjusted, happy children. Knowing this magazine is so readily available with such valuable information touches me. What is your favorite thing to do with your kids in the Tampa Bay area? Well, being a grandma, i don’t get the chance to scoot about with my kids these days. Some of my favorite memories as a child were spent at Lowry Park zoo and Safety Village. it’s still one of the best places around for kids, not to mention a myriad of beaches and lakes. Here in Lakeland we have the Frank Lloyd Wright buildings at Florida Southern College and the swans on Lake Morton. Who is your biggest inspiration or role model? That’s easy – my mother. in her profession, she held one of the highest non-elected county government positions, was strong, resolute and established a work ethic many now allow to fall by the wayside. Her message was, “Sis, if it’s worth doing, it’s worth doing well, but always maintain your integrity.” Her most valuable lesson – no regrets. Live life to the fullest each and every day. Seek your purpose and fulfill it. Say “I love you,” and send flowers while the one you love is still able to hear the words and smell the roses. i still miss her, but constantly draw on her examples in life.

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Carrollwood Day School Has Much to Celebrate it’s a double dose of good news comes for Carrollwood Day School, with a student’s scholarship prospects and expansion plans. Senior Stephanie St. John has been named a semifinalist for the 2011 class of the Coca-Cola Scholars Program. With this latest class, the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation will have provided more than 4,700 students nationwide with more than $44 million in scholarships. St. John was chosen from among 71,000 applicants, standing among the 2,100 high school seniors who are in the running for $3 million in college scholarships will be awarded this spring. CDS also recently announced plans to expand with a new elementary school, among other renovations. Carrollwood Day School senior Stephanie St. John is a semifinalist in the Coca-Cola Scholars Program.

Visit www.carrollwooddayschool.org to learn more about the school that serves students ages two through high school from Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas counties.

Zoo Admission Now Includes Mechanical Rides When you head over to Tampa’s Lowry Park zoo this year, you now can enjoy free, unlimited amusement rides with your paid admission. The zoo, at 1101 W. Sligh Ave. in Tampa, is open seven days a week, from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., with extended hours on select nights during the summer. it offers a variety of amusement rides and activities including a log flume, family roller coaster and behind-the-scenes narrated safari ride. The new admission structure reflects a price adjustment of $3 per ticket — about the same price as the cost of one individual ride in 2010. zoo daytime admission prices are $23.95 for adults; $21.95 for visitors 60 and older; $18.95 for ages 3-11; and free for children 2 and younger.

Daytime admission at the Zoo now includes unlimited rides on such attractions as the Tasmanian Tiger roller coaster.

“Unlimited rides for the price of one ride is a great value we think our guests deserve,” says Craig Pugh, executive director and CEO for the zoo.

Annual zoo pass memberships also will include unlimited amusement rides, with rates remaining at 2010 pricing, starting at $45 per year. Parking remains free. Tampa’s Lowry Park zoo features 1,700 animals, representing 350 species on nearly 60 acres of natural outdoor habitats, splash ground water play areas, educational shows and restaurants. Visit www.lowryparkzoo.com to learn more.

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Feb. 4-13, various times • Guys & Dolls Catch the Salerno Theatre Company’s production at the Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road in Tampa. Watch Sky Masterson, Nathan Detroit and the gang croon about high stakes and big love in the classic musical. $18 members; $25 nonmembers. $22 seniors. Shows are 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday. www. carrollwoodcenter.org Feb. 12, 8 a.m. • Race for Red Cross Lace up your sneakers for a 5k, 10k and kids’ race hosted by the American Red Cross Club at USF and Empowered Young Professionals of the ARC-Tampa Bay Chapter. Check in at 10441 Cory Lake Drive in Cory Lake Isles in New Tampa. Fees are $35 for 10k; $25 for 5k and $15 for kids’ race. www.americanredcross.org Feb. 14, 6-10 p.m. • Total Eclipse of the Heart Enjoy a unique Valentine’s experience under the stars at MOSI, 4801 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa. Reservation includes light dinner underneath a changing sky taking you to the most romantic cities in the world. Cost is $40 for MOSI members and $50 for nonmembers. Preregister at 813-987-6000. www.mosi.org Feb. 17, 7-9 p.m. • Berean Academy Open House Attend an open house at the kindergarten through high school academy at 17951 N. U.S. 41, Lutz. Learn about its curriculum and programs, including music, athletics and art. 813-221-1711, Ext. 115. www.bereanacademy.org Feb. 26, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. • Youth Day Workshop Bring the kids for this workshop hosted by USF and the National Stuttering Association at the NSSLHA Chapter and Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa. Workshop is designed for school-age kids/teens who stutter, their families and speech/language pathologists. $10 family fee. Registration starts at 8 a.m. www.westutter.org

Feb. 26, 6:30-11 p.m. Carrollwood Day School Disco Ball Boogie down during this fundraiser for Carrollwood Day School at the A La Carte Event Pavilion, 4050 Dana Shores Drive, Tampa. Hustle while you bid on items in the school’s 17th annual auction. Tickets are $75. www.carrollwooddayschool.org

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Domestic Violence Series Earns Further Recognition The Patel Conservatory is offering two free ballet class sessions for intermediate and advanced Recently, members of the ABC Action news team were recognized for the Taking Action Against Domestic Violence programming series, including Emmys for a second consecutive year from the Suncoast Chapter of the national Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, which covers four Southeastern states and Puerto Rico. in 2010, the campaign, a series of news stories and a one-hour special, garnered seven national, regional and statewide journalism awards, including Best Public Service/Community Affairs Campaign by the national Headliner Awards, Florida Associated Press and Society of Professional Journalists Green Eyeshade Awards. The station also has received recognition for outreach within the Hispanic and African-American communities. Adding to the campaign’s reach, the Tampa Bay area offices of the Social Security Administration began using the one-hour primetime special as a training video for employees to help them identify the signs of abuse and have information readily available about shelters and assistance programs for victims. The Taking Action Against Domestic Violence campaign, which Lissette Campos, director of community affairs, says originated with Rich Pagram, station manager and vice president, has become a year-round campaign and one to which all departments of the Tampa ABC affiliate are able to contribute. For Campos and Special Projects Producer Jennifer McVan, the campaign has become a labor of love. ABC Action News Director Doug Gulver, Community Affairs Director Lissette Campos, Special Projects Producer Jennifer McVan and photojournalist Scott Eason won Emmys at the 2010 ceremony.

“i’ve been lucky enough to cover a wide range of stories and topics over the years and can honestly say that this is the most rewarding journalism project i’ve ever worked on. The survivors and advocates that we’ve met during the research and storytelling process have left an indelible mark on my heart,” Campos says. “Before this project, i felt safe in my ignorance: mistakenly believed that this could never happen to my daughters, my sister, my friends, because we were educated, independent women. TAADV has shattered that stereotype and i now understand that information and awareness are the best things i can give my girls, my sister, my friends and loved ones.” McVan, a mom who recently returned from maternity leave, has been especially moved by the impact of the campaign. “it has been the most challenging and rewarding campaign i’ve ever been a part of. i say challenging because domestic violence is a subject many people are uncomfortable talking about. i think we’ve helped open up the dialogue within families,” McVan says. “For me, it’s about the lives we are saving.” Since the start of the Taking Action Against Domestic Violence campaign in 2009, the Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence has reported a 60 percent increase in calls to the statewide hotline and a jump in calls between March and April, during the five-week on-air campaign of special reports, public service announcements, regular interviews on Positive Tampa Bay and the primetime special. While telling these personal stories isn’t always easy, Campos says it’s necessary to educate the public. She and McVan ensure that each victim who comes forward is treated with dignity and respect. “These are difficult, painful situations that we are hearing about, and there are many instances when it has been overwhelming. Jen and i talk about our feelings and analyze how best we can try to help this person,” she says. So what’s on the horizon? McVan says plans are under way to expand the campaign. “We are always looking at new ways to create awareness and take the campaign to the next level each year. We also welcome feedback or suggestions from viewers and readers,” she says.

dates: Feb. 1 & 8, various times Central Baptist School Open House Learn about this year’s curriculum at one of two open houses at the school, 402 E. Windhorst Road. The Feb. 1 sessions includes information and a limited tour, as classes are in session. It starts at 9 a.m. Take a more extensive tour at 7 p.m. Feb. 8 and meet teachers. 813-689-6133. www.centralbaptistlife.com Feb. 3 & 17, 9:30-11 a.m. MOPS at Interbay YMCA Join the Mothers of Preschoolers group on the first and third Thursdays of every month from Sept. through May at the Interbay Glover Family YMCA, 4411 S. Himes Ave. Membership is $21.95 through May 31. www.ymcamops.com Feb. 11-12, 8 p.m. Nights on Broadway Jukebox Edition Support Tampa Preparatory School for this fundraiser at Smith Black Box Theater, 727 W. Cass St., Tampa. Broadway vets join Tampa Prep students and faculty for R&B classics and modern favorites. Proceeds benefit Tampa Prep’s Visiting Artists Fund. $75. For reservations, call 813-251-8481. www.tampaprep.org Feb. 16 & 25, 1-4 p.m. • Home Canning Classes Stretch that grocery dollar by attending one of Hillsborough County’s two home canning classes and learn how to preserve fruits, vegetables and more at the County Extension Office, 5339 County Road 579, Seffner. The Feb. 16 class focuses on vegetables, meats and seafood, while the Feb. 25 session covers fruits, sweets and pickles. $5 donation requested. Feb. 25, 6:30 p.m. Patel Conservatory Youth Orchestra Concert Watch the Patel Conservatory Youth Orchestra as it performs with the Dublin Youth Orchestra in Ferguson Hall at Tampa’s Straz Center. PCYO features musicians ages 7-20 from more than 75 high schools in seven Florida counties. Musicians will play side by side and under the direction of each orchestra’s conductors. Tickets start at $15. www. strazcenter.org Feb 26,-27, noon - 3 p.m. Rembrandt Youth Art Submission Encourage your little Picasso to submit creative works Feb. 26-27 for this annual art show open to kids ages 5-14. The works will be on display March 1-11 at the Old Hyde Park Art Center, 705 Swann Ave., South Tampa. Entrance fee per piece is $2 or $5 for 3 pieces, the maximum. All media welcome, including sculpture and photography. Awards to be given in five age categories at the March 6 gala. 813-251-3780.

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Mutt March Struts into Downtown Dunedin The Suncoast Animal League will hold its fifth annual Mutt March from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 19.

ABC Action News Director Doug Gulver, Community Affairs Director Lissette Campos, Special Projects Producer Jennifer McVan and photojournalist Scott Eason won Emmys at the 2010 ceremony.

The family-friendly, dog-friendly event raises money to help animals in need of medical attention, socialization training and adoption preparation. The event is at Highlander Park, 1920 Pinehurst Road, in downtown Dunedin. Admission is free with a $3 donation for parking. All proceeds benefit the animals at Suncoast Animal League.

This year’s Mutt March includes several unique activities, including the Doggie Project Runway fashion show, which starts at noon, and Fido idol, a canine version of the singing talent competition that starts at 3 p.m. In this year’s Doggie Project Runway event, dog outfits will be judged in four categories with prizes awarded for best Mardi Gras or masquerade formal; homemade chic, sportswear and pet owner look-a-like. For the Fido idol singing contest, winners will be awarded PetSmart gift cards. Registration for both events is $5 by Feb. 16 and $7 after that date. Participants must be registered at least 15 minutes before the event. This year’s Pledge Walk is Mardi Gras-themed, so marchers are encouraged to don their best masquerade colors and sparkle. Walkers can register from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Plenty of booths also will be set up as well, including Doggie Glamour Shots, $5 Pup Art, a children’s activities booth and plenty of pet vendors, food vendors and dog rescue groups. Visit www.muttmarch.info to learn more.

Workshop Aims to Help Women Realize Dreams Working Women of Tampa Bay is hosting The year of your Dreams Workshop, a networking and learning opportunity designed to help women learn how to manifest their dreams, achieve greater wisdom and create the life they want. Members and those new to the organization are invited to take part in the workshop set for 9 a.m. to noon Feb. 5 at the Conscious Connection, 306 Orange St. n., in Palm Harbor. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat and pillow for comfort and a quote that’s personally meaningful to them. Participants will start off the morning with a light breakfast and refreshments. They will then learn how to access and harness a limitless supply of wisdom and power through hypnosis, guided by Debbie Lane of Wisdom Hypnosis. After this, utilizing the power of visualization, attendees will set intentions with vision boards with all materials provided, except scissors. Following the morning activities, all participants will go home with a complimentary hypnosis CD. The cost is $30 for members and $35 for nonmembers. Visit www.workingwomenoftampabay. com to register.

dates: Feb. 3, 6:30 p.m. • E-Reader Crash Course Study up on the three most popular e-readers before buying at this free event at Safety Harbor Public Library, 101 Second St. N. Check out the Kindle, Nook and Sony e-readers firsthand and learn about OverDrive, the free downloadable e-book website available from PPLC libraries. Free. 727-724-1525, Ext. 112. Feb. 4, 7 p.m. • Cake, Hope & Charity “Jeans & Jewels” Sassy Soiree Bring your friends for a night of Italian cuisine at Positano’s, 3309 Tampa Road, Palm Harbor, to raise money for two local charities. Event includes two glasses of wine, food and desserts. Free gift for first 100 tickets sold. Proceeds benefit 1Voice Foundation and Pace Center for Girls. $75. www. mediadyme.com/birthdaybash Feb. 12, 8-11 a.m. All Children’s Pancake Breakfast Join All Children’s Hospital Guild-North Pinellas Branch at Calvary Chapel, 32676 U.S. 19 N., Palm Harbor, for its annual benefit. Enjoy coffee or juice with pancakes and sausages cooked by the Palm Harbor Kiwanis for $3 per person or $10 for a family of four. 727-726-3452. Feb. 14, 3:30 & 4:30 p.m. Cookie Decorating Events Sign up for Valentine’s Day cookie decorating and celebrating at the North Greenwood Library, 905 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., Clearwater. Children grades kindergarten through third can participate in a cookie-making event at 3:30 p.m. Kids grades four through eight can enjoy a Cupid cookie party at 4:30 p.m. Register online or call the branch at 727562-4970. www.myclearwater.com/CPL Feb. 19-20, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Downtown Dunedin Craft Festival Check out a variety of handmade products and crafts items at this annual event held along Main Street in downtown Dunedin. Browse an eclectic mix of homemade pieces, from jewelry to hair accessories, ceramics to pottery. Free. www.artfestival.com Feb. 25, 7:30 p.m. Enchanted Evening of Stars Benefit Gala Catch some of the best local performers as they hit the stage to sing, dance and perform Broadway hits and opera at the Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center, 324 E. Pine St. Proceeds benefit the center’s community theater program. Tickets start at $15. www.tarponarts.org

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Boot Camp for Mommies

Baby Boot Camp’s Mother Love Fitness Challenge participants will compete for monthly prizes and the title of the country’s fittest mom.

new moms across St. Petersburg and the rest of the nation have an incentive to stick to that new year’s resolution of losing weight and getting fit. Baby Boot Camp has issued a Mother Love Fitness Challenge, requiring a threemonth commitment of steady exercise to compete for the title of the nation’s fittest mom and the chance to win monthly prizes.

“new year’s resolutions to lose weight often fail because we don’t have the motivation to keep us inspired and accountable. Moms have the added challenge of balancing family, work and personal time,” says Christie Bruner, St. Petersburg’s franchise owner and certified fitness instructor for Baby Boot Camp, a nationwide stroller-fitness program. “The Mother Love Fitness Challenge allows moms to make that commitment to fitness for themselves without sacrificing time with their family.” The fitness challenge coincides with the fifth anniversary of Baby Boot Camp of St. Petersburg. Bruner began teaching classes under the StrollerFit franchise name in February 2006 and continues to deliver exercise and encouragement to moms in St. Petersburg under the Baby Boot Camp brand since the two companies joined forces last year. The Mother Love Fitness Challenge begins Jan. 31 and ends May 1. Visit www.babybootcamp. com to learn more.

Aspiring Thespians Can Learn from Master The Freefall Theatre Company of St. Petersburg is hosting a weekend teen master acting class led by world-renowned acting teacher Larry Silverberg of The True Acting institute from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 12-13 at the theater, 6099 Central Ave. downtown. Teen participants can expect an introduction to the Sanford Meisner approach to acting. The class is designed to offer high school students a chance to determine if this acting approach fits them and will lay the groundwork for open, authentic performances.

Teens with and without drama experience are eligible to take part in the master acting series.

“Larry Silverberg is one of the most highly regarded teachers in the world of the Meisner approach,” says Eric Davis, artistic director of the theater. “Students that have already been studying in the drama program at their schools will benefit from seeing what college-level acting classes could be like. Those who have never studied acting before, but are interested, will have the benefit of approaching it from a very authentic and world-class introduction.”

The two-day series costs $195. Visit www.trueactinginstitute.com to register. Space is limited. The theater also will be hosting an adult acting class Feb. 5-6. For additional information about these programs, go to www.freefalltheatre.com or call 727-359-0525.

dates: Feb. 4-6, various times • Clyde Beatty Circus Get ready for fun when the circus visits Town Square Plaza Park, 5010 81st Ave. N., Pinellas Park. Features elephant, pony and camel rides as well as clowns, jugglers, the motorcycle thrill dome, trapeze artists and more. $20 adults, $5 kids. Shows are 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Friday; 1:30, 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday; and1 and 5 p.m. Sunday. www.pinellas-park.com Feb. 5, 9-10:30 a.m. • Vegetable Gardening Class Lower grocery bills by attending this free workshop at Weedon Island Preserve, 1800 Weedon Drive, St. Petersburg. Learn how to pick a good location, prepare soil and care for crops. Register by 2 p.m. Feb. 4. www.pinellascountyextension.org 727-453-6500. Feb. 5, noon • Par-Tee Golf Tournament Sign up for links action hosted by Junior League of St. Petersburg at Bayou Club, 7979 Bayou Club Blvd., Largo. Nonplayers can join in for the 19th hole launch party and wine tasting afterward at Bayou Club Terrace for $40, with awards and dinner to follow. $125 per player. Noon shotgun start. www.jlstpete.org Feb. 8, 15, 22, 29, 10 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. Toward a Meaningful Life Join Rabbi Alter Korf for a Rohr Jewish Learning Institute course designed to empower with new life skills based on the Torah at Chabad Jewish Center of Greater St. Petersburg, 4010 Park St. N. Classes are 90-minutes with morning and evening sessions for six weeks. $70 individuals and $98 couples, including textbook. 727-344-4900. www.myJLI.com Feb. 12, 3 p.m. & 8 p.m. • Ellis Paul Family Concert Bring the family for fun and music from the artist’s award-winning children’s album The Dragonfly Races as he performs at The Hideaway Café, 1756 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. Afternoon show is $10 for adults and $5 for children; evening concert is $25. www.hideawaycafe.biz Feb. 12, various times Daddy Daughter Date Night Reserve a special night for dad and his little girl at one of two Daddy Daughter events in South Pinellas. Largo’s “A Paris Night” at the Southwest Recreation Complex, 13120 Vonn Road, is from 6:30-9 p.m. $25/couple and $5 additional daughter. 727-5183125. In Seminole, dads and daughters can mix it up at a Mardi Gras Date Night event at the Seminole Recreation Center, 9100 113th St. N. from 6:309:30 p.m. $40 per couple and $15 for additional daughter. www.myseminole.com

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Farm Festival & Quilt Show Is Back The 21st annual Farm Festival and Quilt Show opens Feb. 5-6, for a weekend of oldfashioned, family fun. Hosted by the Pioneer Florida Museum & Village, 15602 Pioneer Museum Road, Dade City, this year’s event offers plenty of opportunities for visitors to experience many of the traditions of early Pasco pioneers. The Farm Festival features a southern draft horse pulling Attendees can view handcrafted story quilt displays celebrating competition, cane local quilters and their heritage during the event grinding and syrup making, children’s activities, live entertainment and an arts and crafts show. Check out traditional craft demonstrations of such skills as weaving, spinning and basket-making. Antique John Deere tractors, buggies and other early farm equipment also will be on display. Among the highlights, the Hoffman Challenge Traveling Quilt Collection of dolls, quilts and clothes as well as displays of handcrafted story quilts from local quilters who’ve passed them down from generation to generation. Other activities include a quilt raffle drawing, quilt appraisal and trunk show, People’s Choice Awards and prizes, and new this year, quilt artist trading cards. The Pioneer Florida Museum is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving Florida’s pioneer heritage. For more information, visit www.pioneerfloridamuseum.org or call 352-567-0262.

Spotlight Contest Seeks Talented Pasco youth The Heritage Arts Association invites young people throughout Pasco County to take part in its 28th annual Spotlight of Talent. Applications are available at all area schools, dance and music studios, local chambers of commerce and at www.heritagearts.org. The event is open to all Pasco students through 12th grade. Entry deadline is Feb. 3, with the preliminary contest set for Feb. 19 and the final competition on March 26 at Wesley Chapel High, 30651 Wells Road. Contestants can receive 30 points, with 20 representing talent, 5 for stage presence and 5 for appropriate appearance or effort and thought that went into attire. The Heritage Arts Center Association is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and encouraging the performing and visual arts. For more information, e-mail spotlight@heritagearts. org or call 352-567-1720.

dates: Feb. 4-5, various times Rocking Valentine’s Quick Takes Watch your little Valentine strike a pose for rockthemed holiday portraits at Cloud 9 Studios, 2038 Ashley Oaks Circle, No. 101, Wesley Chapel. No fees for 15-minute quick take sessions. Valentine themed print packages and minicards available for purchase. Reserve a session at 813-994-4552. www.photosoncloud9.com Feb. 5, 6 p.m. • 12th annual Gong Show Designed to deliver entertainment while raising funds for the Alzheimer’s Family Organization at the Jewish Community Center, 9841 Scenic Drive, Port Richey, this year’s theme is patriotism. Tickets are $25-$40. Dinner is BYOB, with soft drinks provided. www.alzheimersfamily.org Feb. 10 - April 19, various times The Heart Gallery Support the Progress Energy Heart Gallery of Pinellas and Pasco’s latest exhibit, spotlighting the photos and stories of local foster children needing forever families. The exhibit is at the C.T. Pottberg Library, Pasco Hernando Community College, 10230 Ridge Road, New Port Richey. Free admission. www.phcc.edu/gallery/ Feb. 13-14, various times • Race for Humanity Race through the streets of Dade City and San Antonio as part of a two-day competitive Olympic-style cycling event. Funds raised will benefit the Pasco County chapters of Habitat for Humanity. www.floridacycling.com Feb. 19, 2-9 p.m. • Battle of the Bands Cheer on your favorite local musicians at this fundraiser to fight blood cancer at The Shops at Wiregrass, 28211 Paseo Drive, Wesley Chapel. First place wins cash and prizes valued at $8,000. Proceeds benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Band application fee is $75-$100. www. theshopsatwiregrass.com Feb. 21-27, various times Pasco County Fair Enjoy midway rides, food, entertainment and exhibits at the Pasco County Fairgrounds, 36722 State Road 52, Dade City. Catch Championship Rodeo and the Demolition Derby, both included with admission. $8, adults; $5, ages 6-12; free for kids 5 and younger. www.pascocountyfair.com

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a recipe for romance Gnudi means “naked” in italian, and that’s just what this pastalike dumpling is without it’s wrapper. These fluffy little balls of ravioli are similar to gnocchi, only they call for less flour. Don’t be fooled, gnudi are still rich and decadent making them perfect for a romantic February dinner on a cool Florida night. Chef Chad will feature this recipe drizzled with a sumptuous Meyer lemon brown butter sauce and soft peekytoe crabmeat at our next no Wine-ing Wednesday. you can experiment with this recipe using any sauce you like — tomato, pesto, alfredo or simply crushed garlic and olive oil. SideBern’s Wine Director Kevin Pelley has picked a very special selection to pair with this wintery pleasure. He recommends the 2009 Esperto Pinot Grigio. The esteemed Livio Felluga produces Esperto, one of italy’s most awarded and respected wineries. it is a refreshing wine that exhibits an intense aromatic profile of apricot, white peach and Meyer lemon with lingering floral notes of citrus blossom. Though light and crisp, the wine possesses enough structure and bracing acidity to match the richness of the ricotta cheese gnudi and peekytoe crab. The citrus fruit components in the wine also provide a perfect match to the Meyer lemon brown butter sauce.

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Procedure 1. Place all ingredients except the flour in a large mixing bowl, gently fold until well incorporated. 2. Add the flour in ½ cup increments, constantly folding until 1-½ cups has been incorporated. 3. Allow mixture to rest in refrigerator for 30 minutes. 4. Place the remaining 2 cups of flour in a mixing bowl. 5. Roll the ricotta mixture into 2-oz. balls, placing them in the bowl of flour after rolling to coat. 6. After rolling in the flour, transfer to a cookie sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes. 7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 two times. 8. Cook gnudi in simmering water for 5 minutes. Enjoy with your favorite pasta sauce.

Head over to Sidebern’s from 6-8 p.m. Feb. 9 for No Wine-ing Wednesdays. Enjoy Happy Hour pricing on lounge menu and drinks, sample the Ricotta Cheese and Sage Gnudi, with entrée portions available for dinner and get a free glass of Esperto Pinot Grigio with entrée purchase and $5 special for glass of Esperto Pinot Grigio. Tampa Bay Parenting magazine is a proud sponsor of Bern’s 14th annual Winefest , set for April 8-11. Tickets are available at www.bernswinefest.com.

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Sleep With the Fishes in support of the Florida Aquarium at Michael Murphy Gallery: Left, Karla Stevenson, Louis Orloff, Founder and Editorial Director Angela Ardolino, Debra O’Neil and Nils Ackerbloom. Right, Phillip Goode, Mary Jane and Glenn “Buck” Jones.

Festival of Chocolate at MOSI: Left, Jeff and Kristin Brown with their children Kimberlin, Alexis, Matt and Andrew. Center, A group of girls gather their strength to life a 50 pound Hershey Kiss. Right, Festival of Chocolate creator Aileen Mand (center) with her mother Annette Mand and daughter Sophie Schaked.

The Roof Top Eve in Hyde Park Village: Members of Vertical Horizon Ron LaVella,Steve Fekete, Eric Holden and Matt Scannell pictured with Timpano’s Chop House Managing Partner Stephen Hickey. Laura Hunt of Freeway Fashion, Anne Phillips of Anne Phillips Photography, Angela Ardolino, Clara Fath and Lindsay Perez. photos by: Michael Blitch

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2011 WEDU Be More Awards: Santiago Corrada representing the City of Tampa proclaimed January 14 as WEDU Be More Awards Day. Accepting the proclamation is WEDU President and CEO, Susan Howarth. Community Affairs Director Lissette Campos of ABC Action News, 18 year-old winner of the WEDU Be More Entrepreneurial Award Steve Toth and Jack Harris of 970 WFLA AM.

2011 WEDU Be More Awards: Left, Masters of Ceremony, Lissette Campos with Jack Harris and Honorary Event Chairman Ryan Nece with the WEDU Be More Award – Power of Giving Award Winner – Bryane Heaberlin. Right, Creator of the Be More Awards and VP of Communications for WEDU, Laura Fage with Nonprofit of the Year Winner Sylvia Alvarez with the Housing and Education Alliance and Mason Dixon and his wife, Pat Crawford.

Broadway Family Night – Beauty and the Beast at the Straz Center for the Performing Art: Left, Patel Conservatory dance instructor Glynn Owens teaches three year old Ryleigh Murphy a waltz. Center, Families from all over Tampa Bay, like this one, came to enjoy all of the activities before the show. Right, Dad John Viscardo poses with Trent on the trombone, Taylor on the triangle and Desilyn McKeage.

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events/festivals “Try a Class for Free” Week Jan. 31-Feb. 5, various times Sample a class free of charge at the performing arts school, 1010 n. W.C. Macinnes Place, Tampa. Classes in theater, music and dance will be available for adults and children. no experience necessary. Visit www. patelconservatory.org for the class list and preregistration. Everyone Target Free Tuesdays Feb 1, 4-8 p.m. Visit the Glazer Children’s Museum of Tampa during special extended hours the first Tuesday of this month on Target. Children must be accompanied by adults. no adults are eligible without children in attendance. www. glazermuseum.org Everyone Free Wiregrass Wednesdays Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24, 10 a.m. Parents can bring their kids to mix and mingle with other parents and their children at the Shops at Wiregrass at Bruce B. Downs and S.R. 56, Wesley Chapel. Meet-ups feature live entertainment, storytelling and fun activities that vary weekly, including face painting, arts and crafts and balloons. www.theshopsatwiregrass. com Everyone Suncoast Hospice Ball Feb. 5, 6:30p.m. - midnight Enjoy an evening of elegance, fine foods, music, and auction bidding at this annual gala held at the Renaissance Vinoy, 501 5th Av. n.E., St. Petersburg. Proceeds from the night benefit Suncoast Hospice. Tickets, $300 each. www.thehospicefoundation.org/ball. Moms, Date Night

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Celebrate Valentine’s Day a little early with a unique date at Tampa’s Lowry Park zoo, 1101 W. Sligh Ave. Take a tour, enjoy dinner and hear stories about the mating habits of the zoo’s residents. Reservations required. Tours are at 5, 6 and 7 p.m. Friday and 5 and 6 p.m. Saturday. $50 members; $55 nonmembers. www. lowryparkzoo.com Date Night for a crashing, crunching, spectacular mess of monster truck mayhem with appearances by Grave Digger, Maximum Destruction and more. www.monsterjam.com Dads Sunday Tours at Henry B. Plant Museum Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27, 1 p.m. Take a free tour on the third Sunday of each month with paid admission at the Henry B. Plant Museum, 401 W. Kennedy Blvd., University of Tampa campus. A museum docent will lead a 35-minute museum tour followed by a short presentation. At 2 p.m., Upstairs/Downstairs at the Tampa Bay Hotel offers a 30-minute live theater performance. $10 adults, $7 seniors/ students, $5 kids 4-12. www.plantmuseum.com Everyone Dinoquest Jurassic Journey Feb. 9-May 1 Check out a new lifelike exhibit as dinosaurs pay a visit to Tampa’s Lowry Park zoo. Guests will have a chance to see the prehistoric wonders during the day, take a zoo School program about the primitive predators and embark on after-dark Dino nites. www.lowryparkzoo.com Everyone Florida State Fair • Feb. 10-21, various times

Bayfront on Vine Feb. 5, 7-9 p.m. Support the Bayfront Health Foundation by attending this yearly celebration of food, wine and philanthropy at Bayfront Medical Plaza Building, 603 Seventh St. n., St. Petersburg. $100 general admission; $150 ViP tasting. 727893-6148. Moms

Bring the whole family for games, rides, exhibits, live entertainment and that can’t miss fair food at the fairgrounds, 4800 U.S. 301 n., Tampa. www. floridastatefair.com Everyone

Monster Jam II • Feb. 5, 7 p.m. Head to Raymond James Stadium in Tampa

Wild at Heart Feb. 11-12, various times

Suncoast Classic Run for Kids Feb. 12, 8 a.m. - noon Sign up the family for a morning of fitness with races for everybody starting from BayWalk and running through downtown St. Petersburg. Features 5k, 10k, pelican mile and kid’s races. Proceeds benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Tampa Bay. www.runforkids.com Everyone To Life: Music of Hope Annual Benefit Feb. 17, 6-9 p.m. Attend the Florida Holocaust Museum’s annual benefit at the Progress Energy Center for the Arts-The Mahaffey Theater, 400 First St. S., St. Petersburg. Evening includes cocktails, dinner-by-the-bite, desserts and coffee as well as a silent auction, drawing and entertainment. $150 per person. www.flholocaustmuseum.org Moms, Dads, Date Night Scarlet Party – Go Red Benefit Feb. 17, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Join Working Women of Tampa for a night of networking, noshing and raising funds for the American Heart Association at Datz Deli, 2616 S. MacDill Ave., South Tampa. Enjoy heart-healthy appetizers and wine while you chat. Dress in red head to toe for a chance to win big. $5 members; $10 nonmembers. www. workingwomenoftampabay.com Moms Harry’s Big Adventure: My Bug World! Feb. 19-May 31, various times Get a bug’s eye view of the world at the new exhibition sponsored by Terminix and in partnership with Audubon insectarium and opening this month at MOSi, 4801 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa. See inside the virtual habitats of insects and take a closer look at everything from ladybugs to tarantulas. www.mosi.org Everyone First NEDA Walk of Tampa Bay Feb. 19, 9 a.m.

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Take part in a new local walk to raise funds and awareness for the national Eating Disorders Association at Shelter 315 at Al Lopez Park in Tampa. Registration is at 9 a.m. and the walk starts at 10 a.m. www.neda. nationaleatingdisorders.org/TampaWalk Everyone Rays FanFest 2011 Feb. 19, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Spring into the 2010 major-league baseball season by attending this fan-tastic event for Tampa Bay Rays fans at Tropicana Field in downtown St. Pete. www.raysbaseball.com Dads, Everyone Stars and Pars Pairings Party and Auction Feb. 19, 7-10 p.m. Dine, dance and bid on auction items while mixing it up with local and national celebs at Emerald Greens Golf Resort and Country Club, 13942 Clubhouse Drive in Carrollwood. Event benefits The Children’s Home and launches the nonprofit’s annual Celebrity Golf Classic on Feb. 21. $50. www. childrenshome.org Moms, Dads, Date Night A Little History Feb. 23, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Show your kids what life was like as an early Florida pioneer at the Tampa Bay History Center, 801 Old Water St., Tampa. Kids can dress up in pioneer clothes, play games from the past and go on a scavenger hunt. One adult must accompany every two children. $10 per child; $6 per adult. Preregistration required. www.tampabayhistorycenter.org 3-5 A Pair to Remember Feb. 25, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Attend the ultimate girls’ luncheon and fashion show celebrating the arrival of spring at the Tampa yacht & Country Club, 5320 interbay Blvd. Event includes a silent auction, drawing, pampering services and the opportunity to support Easter Seals. $75. For reservations, call 813-769-5923. Moms Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic Race Weekend Feb. 26-27, various times Join runners from across the U.S. in one of

several races including a 5k, 15k, marathon, half-marathon and marathon relay. www. tampabayrun.com Teens, Moms, Dads

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Fiesta Day & Flan Fest Feb. 26, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Celebrate the magnificent culture and food of ybor with Fiesta Day being held with ybor City Saturday Market at Centennial Park, corner of Eighth Avenue and 18th St. Watch the international Parade of Flags and check out this year’s Flan Fest competition. Proceeds go to the ybor City Chamber of Commerce. Free. www. ybormarket.com Everyone Einstein on Wine Feb. 26, 7-10 p.m. indulge in a casual evening among friends at Tampa’s MOSi, sipping great wines, sampling tasty food, bidding in a silent auction and listening to live entertainment. Proceeds benefit MOSI educational programs. Advance tickets: $60 MOSi members, $70 nonmembers and $125 ViP. www.mosi.org Moms, Date Night

art Breakfast with Dali for Families Feb. 5, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Visit the museum for an interactive tour for children ages 5-12 at the Salvador Dali Museum, One Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg. Morning includes breakfast buffet and hands-on activities. Advance purchase required. Adults: $10 member / $21 nonmember; and children ages 5-12: $5 member / $10 nonmember. 727623-4730. 5-12 Lights on Tampa Feb. 19, 5:30-11 p.m. Bring your camera and bring your friends to wander through downtown Tampa to check out the latest light installations from a variety of contemporary artists when this Tampa public arts tradition returns at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. Free. www.lightsontampa.com.org Everyone

ArtsTampaBay is the website for Arts and Cultural Events in both Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties, and it is sponsored by the Convention and Visitors bureaus of both Counties, as well as the Arts Councils. You can find out what’s happening today, tomorrow or you can search the site by the dates you’ll be in town if you’re visiting. You can now get ArtsTampaBay on your mobile phone too! ArtsTampaBay.com is a member of the Artsopolis Network of online calendars in cities all over the United States. Some featured Artsopolis Members are: Austin, TX Memphis, TN Norfolk, VA Philadelphia, PA San Jose, CA

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Follow teen superstar Justin Bieber in a new documentary featuring performances and behind the scenes footage from his 2010 concert tour. Miley Cyrus and Jaden Smith also make special appearances. Check theaters for tickets and showtimes. 12 & Older

film Alice in Wonderland Anniversary Edition Available Feb. 1

Gnomeo and Juliet Opens Feb. 11 Garden gnomes (voiced by actors James McAvoy and Emily Blunt) tell the tale of a young couple whose love is caught up in a neighborly feud in this unique retelling from Walt Disney Pictures. Features the music of Elton John and Tim Rice. Rated G. Check theaters for tickets and showtimes. 6 & Older Experience the magic and majesty of the re-release of Walt Disney’s animated classic Alice in Wonderland as it celebrates its 60th anniversary with a special two-disc collector’s edition Blu-ray Hi-Definition combo pack with bonus features. Rated G. Running time, 76 minutes. 4 & Older Free Movie Series: Shrek Feb. 4, 8 p.m. Catch up with a grumpy yet adorable ogre, his trusted sidekick donkey, mysterious Princess Fiona and more as part of the Straz Riverwalk free movie series showing outside the downtown Tampa center. Guests can bring stadium chairs and blankets but coolers are not permitted. Free. www.strazcenter.org 6 & Older

Bugs! A Rainforest Adventure Starts Feb. 19 Explore the extraordinary hidden, beautiful and sometimes dangerous world of insects in this new stunning documentary debuting this month at Tampa’s MOSi in conjunction with its latest exhibit, Harry’s Big Adventure: My Bug World! www.mosi.org 6 & Older

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McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater. $42-$62. www.rutheckerdhall.com 12 & Older Cirque Mechanics “Boom Town” Feb. 22, 1 & 7 p.m. Get mesmerized by jaw-dropping acrobatics and thrilling aerial feats mixed with a little music, dance and comedy from the team who brought last season’s amazing “Birdhouse Factory.” Their latest production comes to Clearwater’s Ruth Eckerd Hall for two shows only. $35-$50. 727-791-7400. 8 & Older The Jungle Book Feb. 27, 2 & 4 p.m. Travel with Mowgli as he embarks on a life raised by wolves and takes on new adventures with the wildest bunch of friends imaginable at this live action family-friendly production in Ferguson Hall at the Straz Center in downtown Tampa. Tickets start at $9.50. 813-229-7827. 5-11

eVenT DuneDIn arT Harmusic & comedy VesT Diana Krall Feb. 4, 8 p.m.

Billy Elliot • Feb. 2-20, various times

Justin Bieber: Never Say Never • Opens Feb. 11

See one of Broadway’s most recent movieturned-stage sensations when it visits Carol Morsani Hall at Straz Center for the Performing Arts. Features a score from music legend Elton John and choreography by Peter Darling and includes some strong adult language. Tickets start at $48. www.strazcenter.org 12 & Older young Frankenstein Feb. 8-13, various times Watch as Mel Brooks’ comedy classic comes to life – onstage – at Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111

Listen to the smooth sounds of jazz muse Diana Krall when she returns to Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater. Krall will be bringing some jazz standards and plenty of her own hits, including cuts from her most recent release, the Grammy-winning Quiet night. $69-$135. www. rutheckerdhall.com Date Night

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Miranda Cosgrove Feb. 16, 7 p.m.

Long Legs

but not exactly super model material.

Get ready for the high-energy pop sounds for the star of nickelodeon’s no. 1 cable show iCarly as the 16-year-old brings her spirited, upbeat sound to Tampa Theatre, 711 Franklin St. Cosgrove will be joined by special guest Greyson Chance. Tickets start at $37. www.tampatheatre.org 10 & Older Bands, Brew & BBQ February 12-13, 19-20, 26-27, 4 p.m. See Busch Gardens or Sea World Orlando by day, then jam at 4 p.m. weekend concerts. SeaWorld Saturdays feature Huey Lewis/news, Willie nelson and REO Speedwagon. Busch Gardens Sundays include Blondie, Joan Jett/Blackhearts and Commodores/Pointer Sisters. www.seaworld.com / www.buschgardens.com Date Night Jeff Dunham: Identity Crisis Tour Feb. 24, 7:30 p.m. Prepare to laugh as comic Jeff Dunham brings himself and his suitcase full of hilarious sidekicks with his identity Crisis Tour to the St. Pete Times Forum, 401 Channelside Drive, downtown Tampa. $41.50. www.stpetetimesforum.com Moms, Dads

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BACK TO SLEEP! ALWAYS place babies on their backs to sleep! Sleeping on their stomachs or sides increases the risk of suffocation. Remember, the safest place for an infant to sleep is on their backs, alone in a crib – in the parents’ room – for the first six months of life.

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Visit www.ChildrensBoard.org to learn more about safe sleeping habits, then take advantage of some exciting discounts and offers for families to local area attractions. Make bedtime – safetime! Your Children’s Board serves as the leading voice and advocate for children and families in Hillsborough County, investing in more than 100 programs that touch over 200,000 citizens every year. To learn more, visit www.ChildrensBoard.org or call 813.229.2884.

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