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DARIAN’S story When Darian was born, his parents found out he had a congenital heart defect. “The staff at St. Joseph’s told us that Darian would need a number of surgeries. Without their help, I don’t know how we would have made it through.”

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St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital is a leading center for the diagnosis and treatment of congenital and acquired heart conditions in infants, children and teens. With the largest pediatric cardiovascular program in Florida, St. Joseph’s Children’s is the regional referral source for pediatric heart surgery. “When the nurse put Darian in my arms, that will always be one of my most cherished memories. And I thank St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital for that.”

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10 Cruel Summer Accidents peak during season, but you can prevent them 16 little Swimmer Pool safety should start early 18 imagine ThaT Young author’s creativity spills onto page 24 SweeT eSCape Fun, relaxation just up the road

32 Sizzlin’ eSSenTialS Needs and wants to help you enjoy the summer 36 exTraordinary woman Amber McCuistion

every month 6 letter From The ediTor 10 Summer Camp 18 eduCaTion 26 healTh and wellneSS

28 whaT’S happening 38 norTh hillSborough newS 40 SouTh hillSborough newS 42 norTh pinellaS newS 44 SouTh pinellaS newS 46 paSCo newS 49 around Town

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Angela L. Ardolino Founder and Editorial Director David E. Estevez Editor at Large Kimberley Brown Smith Associate Editor Contributing Writers Amy Gall Lindsay Perez Mark Heller Peter Gorski, MD, MPA Heather Tempesta Chris Kuhn Calendar and Neighborhood Stories Luke Beck Graphic Artist Susan Margolis Marketing Director Cathy Munch Sales Director Rachel Sarkis Account Executive Krayl Funch Director, Home & Garden and Events Jeanine McLeod Photography

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This month has to be one of my favorites! The weather is perfect, pools are warm and we celebrate our nation’s independence. As we celebrate our independence, we should remember to take time to honor our servicemen and women who protect the freedoms that we cherish. This month’s Extraordinary Woman, Amber McCuistion, is an acting branch chief for CEnTCOM at MacDill Air Force Base. you can learn more about her and her service to her family and nation on page 36. The great weather means that many of us will be Me and famed eve nt planner Bryan Raf anelli. He has pla events around the nned world, including Che heading to the beach with family members, twolsea Clinton’s weddi and the inaugurati ng on of President Ob ama. legged and four-legged alike. if you’re looking for a staycation destination, Sarasota has top-notch hotels, fun activities and unique outings for the entire family to enjoy. Check out page 24 for weekend getaway ideas. As we dive into summer, safety should always be a priority. Whether dealing with a bug bite or setting up fireworks for the Fourth of July, we’ve got tips to keep you and your family safe on page 16. now that school’s been out a few weeks, your children and possibly you are losing track of the days. Don’t worry, though. We are counting down to the first day of school with you. In Pasco and Pinellas there are 36 weekdays until your kiddos first day. If you’re in Hillsborough, you have to hold on for one more day until your kids head back. it may be hard to believe but the new school year is just around the corner and so is our Annual Back to School Fair. We’re excited to partner with the Glazer Children’s Museum in downtown Tampa to bring you the biggest and best back-to-school event on Aug. 13 for only $5. Visit www.BacktoSchoolFair.com to learn more. Be sure to tune in to ABC Action news at noon Thursdays. This month i’ll be tackling a variety of issues, including teen driving and vacationing on a budget. Congratulations on surviving the first few weeks of summer. I’ll check in with you next month to see if you’re still faring as well. Stay cool and hydrated!

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Summer is an exciting time of year for families, when swimming, picnics and other adventures replace days at school or in the office. Unfortunately, it’s also the most dangerous time of year for kids — nearly half of all unintentional injuryrelated deaths among children occur from May to August. “Tragedies peak during summer break because children are supervised less, have more free time and engage in more outdoor activities,” said St. Joseph’s Children’s Advocate Keri-Rose Lanotte. Here are some safety tips to help protect your children from accidents.

Water Safety - Drowning can happen any time of year, but parents and caregiver be particularly vigilant dur s need to ing war mer months, when the num ber of drowning deaths am children increases 89 percen ong t compared to the rest of the year. Lanotte urges families to: • Never leave children alo ne in or near water. Parent s and caregivers should alw children are playing in or nea ays watch while r water, even in shallow wad ing pools. Children can dro little as one inch of water wn in as in a matter of seconds. • Never rely on a personal flotation device or swimm ing lessons to protect a chi and keep rescue equipment ld. Learn CPR , a telephone and emergenc y numbers poolside. • Install four-sided isolatio n fencing, at least 5 feet hig h and equipped with self-clo latching gates. Fencing sho sing, selfuld completely surround swi mming pools and prevent from a house or yard. direct access • Enroll children in swimm ing lessons taught by qualifie d instructors when they are after age 4. ready, usually • Make sure your child is actively supervised by an adu lt while visiting any house • Empty all buckets, contain with a pool. ers and wading pools imm ediately after use. • Children should always wear a U.S. Coast Guard-ap proved personal flotation dev boat, when near open bod ice when on a ies of water or when partici pating in water sports. • Children ages 14 and you nger should never operate a personal watercraft.

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fety - Bicycling is a great way for children to stay active in the remember that bicycles are summer. it’s important to more than just a toy. They are associated with more chi than any consumerproduct ldhood injuries besides the automobile. To keep children safe, Lan otte recommends that parent s: • Make sure children wea r bike helmets every time the y ride. Enforcing a single rule helmet or don’t ride — can — wear a reduce the risk for head inju ry by as much as 85 percen • Don’t let children wear t. a helmet that fits poorly. • Make sure children stop and check for traffic before riding onto a street or throug • Teach children to ride wit h an intersection. h the traffic flow as far to the right as possible. • Don’t let children ride wit hout supervision until they’ve shown they can always foll • Explain the proper han ow the rules. d signals and make sure chi ldren use them. • Don’t negotiate. It’s esti mated that 75 percent of bic ycle-related deaths among have been prevented with children could bicycle helmets.

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“Kids, especially 11- to 14-year-olds, might insist they’re good riders who don’t need helmets, complain that helmets are uncomfortable or point out that none of their friends wear them,” Lanotte says. “Resist the temptation to give in; requir ing your children to wear helmets every time, everywhere they go, is the best thing you can do to protec t them.” Chances are, children who ride bikes probably also enjoy skateboards, scooters or inline skates. Be sure that whenever they wheel around, they are wearin g the right gear.

Sun Safety - Did you know that a blistering sunburn before the age of 10 will double the likelihood of developing skin cancer later in life? Kids don’t have to be at the pool or beach to get too much sun. Their skin need protection from the sun’s harmful rays whenever they’re outdoors. To keep children sun-safe throughout the summer adhere to the American Cancer Society’s SUN safety guidelines. Shadow test. if the shadow is shorter than the child, the sun is at its strongest and most dangerous point. Ultraviolet sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or greate r should always be used when a child is exposed to the sun. now! Protect children from the harmful effects of the sun now. Parents should also: • •

Use sunscreens and protective clothing together for the best protection. Reapply sunscreen throughout the day, especially after swimming. This applies to waterproof and water-resistant products as well. • Try to keep children out of the sun between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. when the sun’s ultraviolet rays are the strongest. • Know the ways of the rays. It’s possible to get a sunburn on a cloudy day just as easily as on a sunny day and the sun’s rays can penetrate 3 feet of water.

Playground Safety - Few things are more exciting to a kid than a great playground and they can be a great place to grab some outdoor fun, fresh air and exercise. Playgrounds also can pose potential safety hazards. More than 200,000 children are treated in U.S. emergency departments for injuries that occur on playground equipment every year. To help keep your family’s trip to the playground fun • • • • • • •

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Look for playgrounds with shredded rubber, mulch, wood chips or sand. Grass, soil, asphalt and concrete are not good surfaces. Be sure to check for potential hazards, such as rusted or broken equipment and dangerous surfaces. Report hazards to the appropriate municipality. Keep children younger than 5 in a separate play area, away from equipment designed for bigger kids. Actively supervise kids on a playground. “Just being in the same area isn’t good enough – they need your undivided attention while playing on or around the equipment,” Lanotte adds. Teach children to use equipment properly — slide feet first, don’t climb outside guardrails and no standing on swings. Don’t allow children to play while wearing clothes with drawstrings, purses, backpacks or long necklaces, which can get caught on equipment and cause strangulation. Playground equipment can become uncomfortably or even dangerously hot, especially metal slides. if the equipment feels hot to the touch, it’s proba bly not safe or fun to play on. continued on page 14

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Your day doesn’t always end when theirs does. That’s why the Y offers afterschool programs that serve thousands of children in the Tampa Bay Area. Afterschool programs at the Y focus on nurturing child development by providing a safe and healthy place to learn foundational skills, develop healthy, trusting relationships and build self-reliance through the Y values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Before and afterschool care offered in Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando and Citrus Counties. Afterschool care is offered in Hillsborough County. Registration is going on now! Visit www.ymcatampabay.org for more info.

According to Lanotte, falls are the leading cause of injury on playgrounds, but using the right equipment for a child’s age and soft surfacing can help prevent injuries.

Dog Safety - Every year in the United States, 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs, and, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as many as 60 percent of them are children. “Children under the age of 7 are especially vulnerable and are most likely to experience more severe injuries to their head, neck and face when bitten by a dog,” said St. Joseph’s Children’s Steinbrenner Emergency/Trauma Center Pediatrician Maximo Luque, M.D. To help prevent children from being bitten by dogs, Dr. Luque recommends that parents teach children: • •

Don’t approach an unfamiliar dog. Never disturb a dog that is sleeping, eating, or caring for puppies. • Don’t scream or run from a dog. • If approached by an unfamiliar dog, be as still as possible and move away slowly either backwards or sideways. • If knocked over by a dog, roll into a ball, cover your face and stay still. • If bitten, immediately tell an adult. Dr. Luque adds that it’s important to remember that almost any dog can bite under the right circumstances, no matter how friendly they seem. now that you know how to keep your kids safe, it’s time for some summer fun. The Safety Store at St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital features low-cost, injury-prevention products. Call 813-443-2064 or visit www.stjosephschildrens.com to learn more.

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s a journalist, i’ve covered countless news stories involving kids drowning.

i can remember the tragedies case by case. imagine, a father falling asleep with his six-month-old on his lap. The baby gets up, crawls through the doggie door and drowns in the family pool. Drowning is the leading cause of death for children in the state of Florida. That’s right. More kids under the age of 4 die from unintentional drowning than from any other cause, according to the Florida Department of Health. it only takes an infant a second and a toddler not much longer to drown. So when i gave birth to the greatest blessing in my life, my daughter Samantha, my mind went into overdrive. How do i protect my little angel especially when it could happen when you least expect it. Sammie, as she likes to be called, could be spending time over a friend’s house for a pool party and tragedy could strike. That’s why my husband Dave and i made a critical decision for our family. Sammie was not even six months, not even walking, when we signed her up for swimming lessons. We decided to choose a swim instructor at our health club in Harbour island.

Perhaps i am a little more paranoid because of all the stories i’ve covered, but i urged my husband to invest the extra money in one-on-one sessions. Another critical decision for us was me not attending. Since i was so nervous at just the thought of my baby in a pool, we decided it may be better if Dave took the reins. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard and also is certified as a professional dive instructor. Bottom line, my husband is very comfortable in the water. He felt that even though Sammie was so little, she could sense my nervousness and that would affect her lessons. i know that may sound a little too cautious, but we had read children can sense things at a very young age. i did not want Sammie to have any reservations about the water. So, every week Dave took her to swimming classes. By the time i went, she was a few months older and i was so surprised! She could actually kick her legs and float on her back with some help. She seemed to love the water! it was such a sense of relief and pride, but we still had a long way to go. i wanted Sammie to be a swimmer. We made sure we never missed a lesson. She had them twice a week for several months. By the time Sammie turned 2, she was swimming on her own! Here’s how passionate i am about teaching kids how to swim as soon as possible, especially here in Florida. My sister-in-law Caroline Stein, recently moved here from

Boston. My nephews Jakey, Kami and Aydin, who i love like my own, are young, ages, four, three and a few months, and did not know how to swim. The first piece of advice i gave Caroline, was to enroll the boys in some type of swimming class. She was surprised because in Boston there was no real rush to learn. Living in Florida, we need to be proactive since every 100 yards there is a pool, lake or some body of water. So she signed the boys up for swim school. Remember, the lessons do not have to be long. Jakey and Kami went every weekend, with each lesson lasting 20 minutes. instructors typically don’t want young kids in the water for too long for a variety of reasons, including safety, their body temperature and water intake. I find it amazing how quickly kids can learn to swim! now Sammie, who recently turned 4, and her cousins, can pretty much hold their own in the water. now we limit the classes to the summer months instead of year-round. Of course, this doesn’t mean we can leave them unattended. However, knowing our children are swimmers adds a layer of protection. Kids are often compared to sponges in the sense that they are able to soak in everything. So why not open the door to this life-saving lesson? For me, the peace of mind is priceless. Fazan is an Emmy award-winning journalist who anchors the 6 and 11p .m. on the weekends at ABC Action News.

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Here in Florida, where the no. 1 cause of death in children younger than 4 is drowning, ensuring your child knows how to at least make it to the wall and surface should he fall in could be the difference between a scary event and a tragedy. Some experts suggest that swimming lessons also can enhance language skills and intellect in infants as well as aid coordination and balance, improve cardiovascular fitness and promote social confidence. There has been some debate about when to start swimming lessons, but the decision really lies with parents. While the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends lessons for children 4 and older, it has discouraged parents of children ages 1 to 3 from enrolling them in lessons, saying there was no evidence that it helped prevent drownings and could create a false sense of security. Recently, several small studies have reported that swimming lessons lowered drowning risks, even for young children, and the AAP has since softened its stance. The group now recommends that parents decide whether to enroll their child in swim lessons based on the child’s frequency of exposure to water, emotional development and physical abilities, among other concerns. However, the AAP still does not recommend formal lessons for infants. Talk with your pediatrician when considering whether to enroll your infant in swim classes. Whether you decide to start now or wait, there are several schools in the bay area from which to choose. Seal Swim School, www.sealswimschool.com Three locations in Hillsborough C ounty Seal Swim School offers Parent Tot classes that are structured to create a comfortable and dynamic atmosphere. The school encourages parents to take an active role in the development of swimming skills for their children. The Tampa YMCA, www.tampaymca.org 13 locations throughout Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas counties The yMCA offers group swim lessons for ages 6 months to adult as well as private lessons, swim clubs and masters swim. its youth classes are designed to teach swimming basics, skills and safety through games. Classes never exceed a one to six instructor to participant ratio. The Children’s Board of Hillsborough County www.childrensboard.org The board offers parents important facts about drowning, pool safety information and lifesaving tips. it also can help parents connect with swim lesson providers.

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Celebrating the Fourth of July with fireworks is as American as apple pie. But did you know more fires and burns are reported on the Fourth than any other due to improper setup? Florida has some of the loosest laws in regards to fireworks, so it is important that families research and prepare before marking our nation’s independence. Here are ways your family can enjoy the flashing lights. • When you buy fireworks, make sure the fireworks are legal in Florida and are being sold by licensed retailers. • Choose a location that is clear of trees and at least 100 feet from your home. Never use fireworks indoors or under a cover patio. • Always have a fire extinguisher on hand. • No one younger than 18 and no one who’s had a few too many should light fireworks. • All bystanders should be at least 50 feet away from all fireworks since they have been known to misfire or fire in the wrong direction. • Although some fireworks, like Roman Candles, indicate that they are safe to hold while lighting, never hold a firework while lighting or while it is going off. • Light one firework at a time. • If for some reason a firework is lighted and it does not go off, don’t approach it and don’t attempt to relight it. • Make sure that all pets are indoors. Animals have very sensitive ears and can be extremely frightened by explosions. • Before disposing of fireworks, douse all dead fireworks with a significant amount of water. Fifteen percent of fires reported on Fourth of July start in the trash. • If someone gets injured, immediately seek medical attention. your fun can be easily spoiled by injury, so keep safety in the forefront of any activities. if you really want to be safe, relax and enjoy one of the free fireworks shows across the bay area. For family friendly Fourth of July events, check out our July calendar on page 50. We hope you a have a blast, or more appropriately, lots of fun this Fourth of July!

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For children ages 8 to 15, the camp features classes on water safety, marine life awareness, and beginner surfing techniques. All classes are taught by experienced surfer and kite boarder Shane Webb and Grace Marcel, respectively. All students are asked to bring flip flops, sunscreen, a towel and lunch. Postcard Inn will provide rash guard tops, surfboards, stand up paddleboards, paddles, trainer kite, water and tents. Rates include daily prices of $95 per person or weekly rates of $350 per person. Travel Tip: This is great way for mom to take a break from the kids while they learn about water safety. Camp Hyatt Kids at Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa, www.clearwater.hyatt.com Guests ages 3 to 12 will enjoy fun-filled days of interactive and educational activities that will keep the kids occupied while you get a little alone time with dad. The program is available from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with evening hours available. Travel Tip: Hyatt Regency Clearwater is offering welcome credits through the end of the year.

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sarasota area G-Wiz Science Museum’s Shipwreck! www.gwiz.org Through July 31, Shipwreck lets adventurers of all ages find out what it takes to be a shipwreck explorer. your little explorers will experience a deep-ocean shipwreck expedition, maneuver the controls of the giant robotic arm, battle the force of nature in a hurricane tube and engage in interactive archaeology and navigation games.

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Travel Tip: The museum is close enough from the Sarasota beaches that most hotels will shuttle you to and from the museum.

From the Paradise Coast to Sarasota and her islands, the Sunshine State has much to offer when planning a quick, summer vacation. The Ritz-Carlton, www.ritzcarlton.com Let the hotel take care of all of your family activities during your stay. if you can get the whole family out of bed, enjoy a 6:45 a.m. Turtle Walk. your older ones might want to stay back at

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens www.selby.org Selby educational programs serve as a gateway for children to explore the natural world and to engage in discovery. At the gardens, children are free to play and explore a world of wonder and natural surprises. Travel Tip: Check out one of the family events this month, including Tropical Fourth of July or Lights in Bloom. continued on page 26

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If you’ve got a rising star in your family or just think your kid is especially adorable, you need to enter our annual Cover Kid Search. Over the past three years, we have donated more than $15,000 to local charities and nonprofit organizations that help families in the Tampa Bay area thanks to you. Visit tbparenting.com and upload a photo of your child. Make sure to enter before July 15, when voting starts. Encourage all your friends and family to vote for your cutie. And who knows, she might end up on our cover in 2012.

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Join the new Dali Museum in St. Petersburg before the museum is open to the public. During the event from 9:30-11 a.m. July 2 at the museum, One Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg, you can explore the Dali Museum in a tour designed for children ages 5 - 12. The interactive tour is led by a Dali docent. After the tour, enjoy a scrumptious breakfast buffet as well as hands-on activities. Prepurchase required. Please contact Bethany Mead, Education Coordinator at 727-623-4730 or email bmead@thedali.org.

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Tampa Bay area residents are invited to compete for scholarships at the Patel Conservatory at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts during the third annual Tampa’s Got Talent competition, starting around noon July 10. Full scholarships for fall classes at the Patel Conservatory will be awarded to the top competitors in each category and there is no charge to enter. Contestants will perform a prepared two-minute piece for a panel of judges in voice, dance, theater and musical instrument. Call 813-222-6453 to register or visit www.patelconservatory.org to learn more.

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Experience 70 years of competitive play during Sports in Tampa Bay: Through the Eyes of Lamar Sparkman, running through Sept. 12 at the Tampa Bay History Center. Perhaps best known as the creator of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ original swashbuckling logo Bucco Bruce, Lamar Sparkman’s drawings of professional and amateur athletes span more than 40 years. In 2010, the Sparkman family donated more than 200 original drawings by the late cartoonist to the center. The exhibit also recounts teams and players from Tampa’s past. Visit www.tampabayhistorycenter.org or call 813-228-0097 for details.

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Mastering the art of motherhood, work and community.

Born in Landstuhl, Germany, Amber McCuistion was raised in a military family, moving often during her youth. She enlisted in the Army in 1999 and discovered a passion for understanding the historical and social elements that shape populations all over the world. This led her to earn an undergraduate degree in social science from Troy University with a concentration in sociology and a minor in psychology.

particularly significant for me. I’m the first person in my family to do so and it was a long time coming. i didn’t have the traditional education track that so many of my friends had out of high school. i spent years in the Army and adult workforce, taking a couple classes at a time. Crossing the stage at graduation was an incredible feeling and i’m especially glad that my stepdaughters and grandparents were there to see me accomplish this goal.

McCuistion joined CEnTCOM in July 2008, becoming the senior intelligence analyst for the Human Terrain Analysis branch, a component of the Afghanistan-Pakistan Center, and have recently assumed dual responsibilities as the acting branch chief.

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McCuistion’s husband Kevin also serves his country, working as a Department of Defense contractor. Despite demanding schedules, they maintain a close family unit with her stepdaughters Emory, 16, and Ryleigh, 13, and son Jonah, 1. Living the true Florida lifestyle, they love spending time with the kids’ outdoors, especially at local festivals and amusement parks.

What do you think is the secret to your family’s success?

Without a doubt the secret to our success is that we work together to keep the house, kids, and ourselves in order. My husband and i both have demanding careers at MacDill AFB and our schedules are very hectic. Between dropping off and picking up our son at childcare, getting back to St. Pete for karate class (we take classes at different times), fixing dinner, cleaning, etc. it’s so important that we all chip in. now that Emory and Ryleigh are older, they are a big help with Jonah and household chores. Everyone pitches in and most of the time, we stay on top of things.

What advice would you give to other women?

Do not wait for things to happen for you; deliberately and purposefully seek opportunities that enhance your personal and professional life. Pursue what you are passionate about and although there may be bumps along the way, you’ll be much happier in the end. Also, believe in yourself and surround yourself with friends and family that lift you up. There’s nothing like having your own personal cheer section!

What is your proudest moment?

As corny as it sounds, graduating from college was

There are many things that i am happy to have achieved in my life so it would be impossible to identify a single achievement. One achievement is maintaining a strong marriage despite my husband’s overseas deployments and the multitude of temporary duty assignments i’ve taken throughout the United States and overseas. Another is creating a happy, healthy blended family. Being a parent is a tough job and any stepparent can attest that being a step has its own challenges. i met my stepdaughters when they were 5 and 8 and as they got older we had our share of differences. The girls are teenagers now and i have a unique and special relationship with each. They are so good with Jonah and our family is stronger for the experiences that we’ve been through together.

What makes you happy?

Picking my son up from school and seeing him smile when he notices i’ve entered the room. Having either one of my stepdaughters take up a hobby that i introduced to them. Practicing karate with my husband and knowing that he’s proud of me for nailing a kick, block or combination. Coaching and mentoring my team and seeing their passion for the work we do. i love hearing a great song in the car and having the whole family singalong. Kevin and i want the kids to learn that little things can be big fun, too.

How do you relax and take time for yourself?

i love getting pedicures! That’s one hour where i’m guaranteed to not have to talk, think or do anything that i don’t want to do. i love reading and have three books i’m trying to get through right now. A pedicure chair is the one place i know i’ll get in an hour of uninterrupted reading.

What kind of message would you like to give women in the area or in this community?

There are so many things to do in Tampa and the

surrounding area. you have to get out and take advantage of them. i’ve met so many amazing people at local events and festivals and learned a lot about what our community has to offer working parents and children.

What else would you like to share with our readers? About being a mom, about your work? Being a mom is the best job i’ve ever had. no matter how hard my day has been, when i see my little man’s face everything is better for that moment in time. Be relentless in the pursuit of your professional endeavors and try not to get discouraged by setbacks. Find someone who can always help you see the window that may have opened when a door shut.

How do you enjoy or draw information from the magazine?

i love the advertisements and articles. i have gotten a lot of great parenting advice from the columns in TBP. i’ve also been able to get great insight into local events for the kids and camps/ schools in our area.

What is your favorite thing to do with your kids in Tampa Bay? Outdoor festivals and activities are our favorite pastime. Vinoy Park always has a music or food festival going on and we like hanging out in the park, dangling our feet on the seawall, and soaking in the sun.

Who is your biggest inspiration or role model?

My father is my role model. He was in the Air Force while i was growing up. We moved a lot and he worked long, hard hours. However, he always made the most of every minute he was home with us. We went camping, surfing, skiing, fishing and played sports. He shared his passion for the outdoors with us but also encouraged my brothers and me to develop our own interests. He lives in Alabama and the business he built after retiring from the Air Force was destroyed by Hurricane ivan. Over the past seven years he has overcome tremendous setbacks and adversity. He humbled himself and worked jobs outside his area of expertise just to provide for the family. He is a pillar of strength, determination and modesty. Everyone back home loves and respects him. i hope that i leave half the impression on people i interact with that he has.

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Children’s Theater Production Celebrates Florida On July 31, The Carrollwood Cultural Center presents “The Sunshine State in Song,” the latest production from the center’s children’s theater series. Featuring many original songs and old favorites, this interactive musical show by George Aldrich introduces children to rhythm, timing and lyric writing by highlighting the pirates, indians and railroad workers who impacted the evolution and landscape of early Florida. George Aldrich has performed in the bay area for more than 20 years, where he also hosted a children’s TV show. He is an accomplished singer, songwriter, guitarist, flutist and dulcimer player and has traveled throughout Florida since 1979, performing popular music as well as early English and irish ballads. Admission for the 2 p.m. performance is $6 in advance and $7 on show day. Tickets can be purchased online or by calling 813-269-1310. Go to www.carrollwoodcenter.org to learn more about the center at 4537 Lowell Road in north Tampa.

Crisis Center Launches Teen Volunteer Program The Crisis Center of Tampa Bay recently launched its teen-focused volunteer program Teens in Motion. There are various volunteer opportunities available at the center, allowing teens to earn community service credit. “it is because of the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay’s corporate partnership with AAA Auto Club South and the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety that this program idea was sparked to educate teens on safety and community resources, while offering them opportunities to get volunteer hours,” says Carissa Caricato, director of marketing and communications for the center. “it is our hope that every teen in Tampa Bay will know they have a free resource, 2-1-1, to call if they need advice on anything, including depression, teen pregnancy, bullying or teen dating violence. Our Teens in Motion can serve as ambassadors within their school communities once they know someone cares about making their tomorrow a better day!” A variety of volunteer opportunities are available including: • Travelers Aid at Tampa International Airport — Assisting travelers at Tampa international Airport with travel-related problems and information, a program offered through a joint effort between AAA Auto Club South and the Crisis Center. • Telephone Reassurance Volunteer — Make daily reassurance calls to low-income, sociallyisolated elderly and disabled adults from the 2-1-1 call center. • Cell Phone/Pager Collection Drive Organizer — Assisting with a collection drive of used or new cell phones and pagers to be forwarded to an organization that recycles them; in return, the Crisis Center receives funding to expand services to children and domestic violence victims in crisis. • Office Assistant — Support the center through administrative assistance, such as light clerical work and data entry. Minimal training is required and times vary, depending on assignment and volunteer availability. • Friend of the Crisis Center — Raise funds for the center directly. To learn more about volunteer opportunities, call 813-969-4976.

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July 1-29, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Student & Faculty Art Show View nearly 150 works of art created by the students and staff of the Carrollwood Cultural Center at an annual exhibit on display at 4537 Lowell Road in Tampa. Free. www.carrollwoodcenter.org July 8, 15, 22, 29, 9-11 p.m. Friday Night Flights Teens ages 13 and older and adults can experience the rush of trampoline jumping Friday nights at AirHeads Trampoline Arena, 5072 W. Linebaugh Ave., Tampa. All participants must fill out liability waiver forms and those younger than 18 need parents to complete. Cost: $14 per person for two hours. www.airheadsusa.com July 9-10, various times USF Tropical Plant Fair Browse a variety of tropical plants at this annual two-day sale at the USF Botanical Gardens, 12210 USF Pine Drive, Tampa. Cost: $5 general admission; members and kids younger than 12, free. Free parking. Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. www.cas.usf.edu/garden July 11-15, 18-22, 25-29, various times Bakas Equestrian Center Summer Camp Get the kids ready to ride at this special camp offered by Hillsborough County Parks, Recreation and Conservation at Bakas Center, 11510 Whisper Lake Trail, Tampa. Three, five-day camps for kids ages 5-17 are scheduled for July. Cost: $50 per day or $250 per week. 813-264-3890. July 15-16, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Temple Terrace Library Book Sale Avoid the summer brain drain and stock up on new and used books, CDs and DVDs at the Temple Terrace Public Library, 202 Bullard Parkway. 813-506-6770. July 19, 2-5 p.m. Back into Balance, Right into Bliss Find inner peace at this restorative yoga workshop at The Lotus Pond Yoga Studio, 6201 Lynn Road in Tampa. Learn how to use blankets, bolsters, blocks and walls with supportive poses to return the body and mind to a state of balance. $35. www.yogalotusroom.com

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2nd Annual

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Forgotten Children March

Bring your kids to have fun while supporting other kids who need it!

September 24th at 9:00-2:00 pm The March Join us to help the abused, neglected and abandoned foster children who are facing the dependency system without anyone to speak up for them. Each person marching will represent a child in need. Sponsor a child for only $100.

The Celebration There will be a celebration with Shana Banana Live, entertainment and workshops along with food, music and family-friendly activities at Curtis Hixon Park in Downtown Tampa.

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Fit Families Participants Fit for Graduation The Academy Prep Centers recently honored graduates of the Fit Families for Life wellness program. Sixth-graders from Tampa and St. Petersburg were recognized during the ceremony at MOSi in Tampa. Sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida and the Tampa Bay Lightning Foundation, Fit Families for Life is a comprehensive Academy Prep Center of Tampa students Aviance Harrison, Eliyah McDonald 16-week wellness program and Akaleya Davis attended this year’s Fit Families for Life graduation ceremony. that benefits sixth grade students and their families by emphasizing the positive impact of regular exercise and good nutrition, helping families make changes in their fitness routines and cooking habits. Program graduates regularly attend Academy Prep Centers, a series of private, nonprofit college preparatory middle schools in Tampa and St. Petersburg for kids who qualify for need-based scholarships. Children who participated in Fit Families designed healthy menus and exercise plans and took field trips to Sweetbay Supermarket and the YMCA. At the graduation ceremony, students enjoyed a private luncheon, viewed MOSi’s “The Amazing you” display and other museum exhibits and received a gift bag and pair of running shoes from Dick’s Sporting Goods and the Lightning Foundation. The Academy Prep Centers were established in south St. Petersburg in 1997 and in ybor City in 2003. Visit www.academyprep.org for additional information.

IKEA Tampa Revamps Child Care Center’s Kitchen iKEA Tampa recently completed a $10,000 kitchen remodel of the Child Abuse Council’s Dimples Playland Care Center in Tampa. The center, at 3108 Azeele St., offers affordable child care for working families and is open to infants and children up to age 12. Launched over Memorial Day weekend, the renovation included installation of new flooring, cabinetry and countertops. iKEA Tampa also donated new stainless steel appliances, including a refrigerator, range and microwave, as well as other kitchen ware and cooking appliances. Recently, the council submitted a proposal for national accreditation in 2012 through the national Association of Child Care Professionals (nACC). “iKEA Tampa’s donation of the kitchen renovation is key in applying for our accreditation,” says Brian McEwen, associate director of the Child Abuse Council. Visit www.child-abuse-council.org for more information about Dimples Playland Center or the Child Abuse Council.

dates: July 1, 8, 15, 21, 29, 7-10 p.m. Summer Concerts for a Cause Enjoy a free concert under the stars at FishHawk Ranch’s Park Square. Concerts are free. Guests are asked to bring a nonperishable food donation for Feeding America Tampa Bay. www. fishhawkconnect.com July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Ybor City Saturday Market Shop locally-produced gourmet foods and items at this year-round, weekly open-air market at Ybor City’s Centennial Park. Browse home and gift items, including art, jewelry, cigars and plants. Free admission and parking. www.ybormarket.com July 5, 12, 19, 26, 10 a.m. - noon Pottery Barn Kids Book Club Bring the kids for story time as part of the Book Club at the Pottery Barn Kids in Hyde Park Village, 1602 Snow Ave. in South Tampa. Children of all ages welcome. Attendees receive an official passport and earn a special gift after attending five story times. 813-253-0964. July 8-10, various times • West Side Story Catch young performers ages 13 and older as the Showcase Players take the stage for this tragic musical at The Florida Academy of Performing Arts, 402 Oakfield Drive in Brandon. www.faopa.org July 27, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Hyde Park Live Music Series Meet friends at this monthly concert series held the fourth Wednesday of each month through October at Hyde Park Village. See the band Trained Wreck this month, with proceeds from beverage sales to benefit Big Brothers, Big Sisters. Free admission. www.hydeparkvillage.net July 29, 7 p.m. Next Generation Ballet Showcase Watch 150 ballet students from across the globe participate in this summer intensive showcase in Ferguson Hall at the Straz Center. Cost: $15 through July 15; $17.50 after. www.patelconservatory.org July 30, 6-10 p.m. • Cosplay Ball Teens can dress as their favorite Anime or Manga character for a fun night of Anime-themed activities at South Shore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin. Evening includes music, games, prizes and best costume contest. 813-273-3652.

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FOR THE ADVENTUROUS IN PALATE & SPIRIT

COME CELEBRATE THIS SUMMER! JULY 8, 15, 22 ~ OLD AND NEW FRIEND FRIDAYS

It’s a Party to Remember! 5-8pm on Fridays in the Mise Lounge Appetizers, Cash Bar, Music, Mise Trivia for Prizes. Wine Tasting of New Favorites and Old Stand Bys $25 Bring your old friends and meet new friends - come celebrate!

JULY 29TH & 30TH ~ THE ULTIMATE OLD AND NEW FRIEND FRIDAY... AND SATURDAY

Wind Gap featuring Pax Mahle and Bedrock featuring Morgan Twain-Peterson inTwo Tastings, A Big Bash and A Dynamite Dinner. Bonus! Wine from old friends such as Calera and Peter Michael. Friday Tasting 6:30pm and After Party 8:00pm Saturday Tasting 6:00pm and Seated Dinner 8:00pm Prices Range from $25 to $225 for complete weekend package http://www.bedrockwineco.com/ http://windgapwines.com/

AUGUST 25TH ~ OUR BIG CRUSH: MARYANN AND DAVE SHARE THEIR 25 FAVORITE WINES You’ll feel the love in the room and taste it in the glass. A big night with a long finish. Don’t miss it. $125

SEPTEMBER 23RD & 24TH ~ LA DOLCE VITA - CELEBRATE And Support The Tampa Theatre. We will be a part of the Tampa Theatre’s 10th AnnualWinefest with an Italian Wine Dinner and Grand Tasting. Info@www.tampatheatre.org

OCTOBER 27TH ~ BRICE JONES WITH HIS NEW EMERITUS AND AN OLD FRIEND SONOMA CUTRER Brice brings us Emeritus Pinot Noir and some Sonoma Cutrer from the 90s throw in some white burgundies-what an experience!

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Bay Area Boasts Teacher of the Year Finalist Fifth grade science and writing teacher Tracy Staley of Ponce de Leon Elementary School in Clearwater is among five finalists competing for the 2012 Macy’s/Florida Department of Education Teacher of the year Award. “Teachers are extremely influential in the life of a child,” says Karin Darmanin, Macy’s senior vice president and regional director of stores. “Macy’s wants to honor Ms. Staley for making her classroom a magical place for her students and inspiring them to reach their full potential.” As a finalist, Staley received a $5,000 check made possible by the Macy’s Foundation and a $500 Macy’s gift card. Ponce De Leon Elementary Principal Thea Saccasyn received a $1,000 check for the school. On July 7, Macy’s and the Florida Department of Education will announce the 2012 Florida Teacher of the Year winner during a 6:30 p.m. ceremony at Orlando’s Hard Rock Live at Universal Studios CityWalk. During the event, the remaining 67 nominees from around the state will be recognized for their achievements and excellence in teaching. Each will receive a $750 cash award and a $250 grant for their schools. in addition to the $10,000 grant from the Macy’s Foundation, the Teacher of the year will receive awards from Macy’s, including an all-expense paid trip for four to new york City to attend the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The winner also will serve for one year as the Christa McAuliffe Ambassador for education, touring the state to spread the word about educational opportunities and challenges in the state. This year’s five finalists were chosen from more than 180,000 public school teachers throughout the state by a Department of Education-appointed selection committee representing teachers, principals, parents and the business community. Each finalist is selected on the basis of outstanding ability to teach and communicate knowledge of the subject taught, professional development, philosophy of teaching, and outstanding school and community service. The winner also must show a superior capacity to inspire a love of learning in students of all backgrounds and abilities.

Safety Harbor Students Celebrate with Math Bash The Math Superstars Club of Safety Harbor Elementary recently took part in its first Math Bash. The Math Superstars program offers students the opportunity to challenge themselves in various types of math concepts and logic skills. The PTA at Safety Harbor Elementary School, 535 Fifth Ave. n., provides students More than 170 students took part in with free access to the Safety Harbor Elementary School’s first Math Bash. voluntary academic program through its website and, with the assistance of teachers, gathers and grades all student work on their own personal time. Students who demonstrated consistent efforts in their participation throughout the year took part in the Math Bash on June 1 as a reward for their hard work, with more than 170 students taking part in the program this year.

dates: July 3, 11 p.m. Kiwanis Midnight Run Run under the moonlight during this annual fundraiser sponsored by the Kiwanis Clubs of Dunedin and Countryside and Morton Plant Mease Healthcare. Runners gather at Dunedin Causeway by 11 p.m.; race starts at midnight. Proceeds benefit the clubs’ community service efforts. www.kiwanismidnightrun.com July 6, 5-8 p.m. Fundraiser Night at Sweet Tomatoes Stop by the Palm Harbor Library, 2330 Nebraska Ave., to pick up a special coupon for the Palm Harbor Sweet Tomatoes, 31151 U.S. 19 N. Fifteen percent of proceeds during the designated hours will be donated to the library. www.palmharborlibrary.org July 8, 3:30-5 p.m. Mango Hometown Tour Taste-Off Sample dueling local chefs’ creations as they prepare fusion dishes featuring mangos at Café Ponte, 13505 Icot Blvd., Suite 214, Clearwater. Get a taste of the night’s culinary delights by Chef Ferrell Alvarez of Café Dufrain and Chef Chris Ponte of Café Ponte. Free admission. Visit http://mangotampa. eventbrite.com/ to reserve your spot. July 8-Aug. 21, various times Quilt Shows at DFAC Running through Aug. 21 at the Dunedin Fine Art Center, 1143 Michigan Blvd., the show includes quilt exhibit and silent auction. Cost: $6, adults; $5, students/seniors; $3, children younger than 12. www.dfac.org July 11 & 18, 2-3 p.m. • Summer Fun Days Bring the kids for summer-themed crafts, stories and games at Youth Services, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Activities are ideal for grades kindergarten through third. Free. 727-724-1525, Ext. 118. July 22-24, 29-31, various times • My Fair Lady Watch the Lerner & Loewe stage classic unfold as Eliza Doolittle and professor Henry Higgins make beautiful music together onstage at the Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center, 324 Pine St. Tickets: $18, general admission; $16, members; and $12, kids. Showtimes: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. www.tarponarts.org

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The Hottest Attraction This Summer Is Winter! WINTER

Meet Winter the dolphin before she splashes into movie theaters around the world in the 3-D Movie Dolphin Tale – inspired by her amazing true story.

Star of the Movie ‘Dolphin Tale ’

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See the Bay area’s ONLY dolphin show and movie star, Winter! Visit us online at SEEWINTER.COM.

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Weekday Wipeout The weekend isn’t the only time the sun shines at Postcard Inn. At the Postcard Inn we suggest you say goodbye to your desk, and say hello to the beach! Come see what the sun looks like mid-week. The beverages are flowing, the waves are crashing, and the Postcard Inn Weekday Wipeout is here!

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Family-Focused Businesses Join Forces A group of local family-minded business owners have come together to create a new, helpful resource for families, St. Pete Family Connections. The organization launched at downtown St. Petersburg’s Saturday Morning Market at the booth of one of its members, Cheeky Monkey Books & Toys, during its Storytime series. SPFC chose Storytime at the Saturday Market to launch because several of its founders are regular participants in the local tradition. Olga Bof of Cheeky Monkey reads new children’s books not yet found on the shelves. Colleen McGrath of you and Me & Music Together provides interactive music with special guests. Sheri Kendrick of Enchanted Forest Photography uploads pictures from the family-focused event that visitors can view and purchase. “i continually hear from the families i teach, new parents in particular, that they just don’t know where to learn about what’s available for them and their children in our community,” says McGrath. “it became clear other family-minded providers were hearing the same things, so we banded together to give our clients a go-to resource.” Other SPFC members include Christie Bruner of Baby Boot Camp, family and child therapist Delene Cole, Jennifer Carey-Prescott of Thank you Mama, Jennifer Pierson of the Suncoast JCC and Sara Madle of Alegria Montessori. Visit www.spfamilyconnections.com to learn more about classes, events and special offers.

Rising Stars Recognized with Scholarships The Pinellas Education Foundation recently awarded $79,000 in scholarships to talented local students following a showcase of their skills at the eighth annual Walker’s Rising Stars Scholarship Competition. The event at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater drew an audience of more than 1,700 members who watched students perform in a variety of arts, including dance, drama, instrumental, and vocal music. This year, the competition introduced a new category, “Audience Favorite,” where audiences text their favorite performance of the night. This year’s first place winners, each earning a $7,000 scholarship, were: • • • • • •

Dance: Victoria Statzer, a senior at PCCA at Gibbs High Drama: Adam Zeph, a junior at Dunedin High Instrumental: Samuel Jones, a senior trumpeter at St. Petersburg Collegiate High Visual Art: Kelsie Conley, a senior at PCCA at Gibbs High Vocal Music: Ryan Monroe, a junior at PCCA at Gibbs High Video Arts: Josh Faylo and Chase Lewellen from East Lake High

The first place Video Arts recipients also receive a personalized behind-the-scenes tour of Bay News 9 hosted by Jen Holloway, courtesy of Bright House Networks, where they will see firsthand a newsroom’s video editing process and meet with professional camera operators, directors, editors and producers. This year’s “Audience Favorite” winner was Adam zeph for his dramatic monologue from Rowan Atkinson’s “Welcome to Hell.” zeph received an iPhone 4 donated by Verizon Wireless, an evening of chauffeured limousine service, a Baystar Restaurants gift card and a $1,000 scholarship. The Foundation also announced scholarships for second, third and fourth place, each receiving $3,000, $2,000 and $1,000, respectively. More than 200 juniors and seniors from Pinellas County’s Public Schools applied for the annual competition. Walker’s Rising Stars was founded in 2003 by neurosurgeon and Pinellas Education Foundation board member Dr. Jeffrey Walker. Go to www.pinellaseducation.org for more information about the Rising Stars program.

dates: July 2-3, 4 p.m. Annual Summer Beach Bash Take part in a wiffle ball tournament, all-day beach cookout and dance party at this twoday fundraiser at the Don Cesar Resort on St. Pete Beach. Event benefits The Jeffrey Modell Foundation, USF’s Division of Allergy and Immunology and All Children’s Hospital. For information, call 813-944-2558. www.allkids.org July 8, 15, 22, 29, 7:30-11 p.m. Flick-n-Float Movies Pack up a float or chair for Friday nights through July 29 at Southwest Pool, 13120 Vonn Road, Largo. Families can enjoy free hot dogs, giveaways and food from the night’s featured restaurant sponsor while watching a movie. Cost: $4 with Largo recreation card; $5 without. Family passes also available. 727-518-3126 July 10 & 31, various times Rays Watch Party Bring the family for a beachside viewing of the Tampa Bay Rays on an outdoor screen at the TradeWinds Island Grand, 5500 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach. Watch the game and win prizes as the Rays take on the New York Yankees (July 10, 1:05 p.m.) and the Seattle Mariners (July 31, 4:07 p.m.). Free admission; parking is $10. www.tradewindsresort.com July 12, 9 a.m. - noon • Free Clothing Swap Donate your used clothing and pick up new outfits in downtown Gulfport at this swap at Beach Boulevard and 30th Avenue South. Exchange up to five garments for free with other participants or purchase vouchers for $3 each to select clothing. Additional donations are encouraged with all proceeds and remaining clothing to benefit CASA. 727-366-4086. July 16, 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Teen Secrets for Getting the Job Help your teen land part-time or summer work at this special job skills program at Pinellas libraries this summer. Program is designed for teens ages 12-18. 727-541-0716. July 21, 6:43 a.m. - noon Annual Sunrise Sale Rise and shine and head to downtown St. Petersburg for this annual shopping tradition. Participating downtown retailers open up their doors earlier than usual and host special sales beginning at 6:43 a.m. www.stpetedowntown.biz

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Bay Area Girl Scouts Receive Highest Honors nineteen Girl Scouts from west central Florida received Gold Awards — the highest achievement in Girl Scouting — at a recognition event last month at the DoubleTree Hotel Tampa Airport-Westshore. The Girl Scout Gold Award is considered the culmination of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience as demonstrated by the three keys of leadership: discover, connect and take action. The award recognizes outstanding accomplishments in The 2011 Girl Scout Gold Award recipients with mistress of ceremonies the areas of leadership, and News Channel 8 meteorologist Leigh Spann. sustainable community service, career planning and personal development. A Girl Scout must at least be in the ninth grade and have successfully completed requirements before she begins working on her Gold Award project. This year’s Girl Scout Gold Award recipients completed projects focused on a variety of community issues, including developing an after-school art enrichment program for elementary school students; repairing the grounds at local churches, parks, camps and organizations; educating youth about healthy cooking and eating habits; and providing displaced families with clothing needs. “To earn a Gold Award, a Girl Scout must take all of the knowledge, leadership and networking skills she has developed over the years and set forth to complete a service project that will benefit her community,” said Linda Babb, president, Girl Scouts of West Central Florida. “She must discover what it is that her community needs; connect with local businesses, organizations and neighbors; and take action to better the world around her.” Girl Scouts spend 65 hours planning and implementing their Gold Award projects, which are designed to have positive and lasting impacts on the community. A Girl Scout who has earned her Gold Award immediately rises one rank in any of the U.S. military branches. During the awards ceremony, Anjali Modi and Mollie Schick, both of Tampa, received Girl Scouts of West Central Florida scholarships for their outstanding accomplishments in scouting, contributions to their local communities and future aspirations following high school graduation. Modi received her Gold Award in 2010; Schick in 2009. Girl Scouts of West Central Florida scholarships are awarded to graduating seniors pursuing a higher education. To receive a scholarship, the applicants must have been a Gold Award recipient; maintained at least a 3.0 GPA throughout their high school career; detailed their Girl Scout accomplishments, community/volunteer awards, academic achievements and school activities, and plans for higher education; and submitted a 500-word essay reflecting how Girl Scouts has helped them to make their world and community a better place. The GSWCF is seeking troop leaders and other volunteers. To learn more, contact Kristie Wiley at 813-262-1765 or volunteer@gswcf.org. Visit www.gswcf.org to learn more about the Girl Scouts’ Gold Award program.

dates: Through Aug. 8, various times Summer Art Exhibit at PHCC Check out Pasco-Hernando Community College’s annual staff and faculty art exhibit in the Alric C.T. Pottberg Library Gallery on the New Port Richey campus. Works include clay, charcoal and acrylics. Gallery is open 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.Monday through Thursday. www.phcc.edu July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 7-10 p.m. Live Showcase Fundraiser Showcase a talent in poetry, music or comedy at Jiva Java Café on Saturday nights at The Market Off Main Street, 6241 Lincoln St., New Port Richey. Funds raised benefit local homeless moms and their kids. 727-326-5320. July 9, 2 p.m. Teen Dance Central Contest Encourage your teens, grades 6-12, to show off their dancing moves in a countywide contest at Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., Dade City. Winner declared “best dancer” as scored by Kinect’s “Dance Central” takes home a prize. 352-523-0417. July 9, 2 p.m. Hansel & Gretel Watch a performance by the Play’n Around Theatre Company at the New Port Richey Public Library, 5939 Main St. www.nprlibrary.org July 15-31, various times Noises Off See this comedy by Michael Frayn performed by Hat Trick Theatre Productions at the Dempsey Arts Center at Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School, 13651 Hays Road, Hudson. Cost: $14 in advance, $16 at the door for adults; $9 advance, $11 at the door for students and seniors. Showtimes: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. www.ed-pac.org July 23, 4-8 p.m. Saturday Night Cruise Bring the whole family to admire classic cars, listen to music, enjoy food from local restaurants and meet up with other vendors in the heart of downtown Zephyrhills. Free admission. 813-780-1414

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Christmas in July

GET IT TOGETHER

St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital treats thousands of Tampa Bay’s children every year. Whether they arrive by ambulance, are recovering from open-heart surgery or undergoing cancer treatment, they receive the finest medical treatment, emotional support and loving care available. To help comfort and distract hospitalized kids, we are collecting new, unwrapped toys and monetary donations during a special Christmas in July drive. Your gifts will provide entertainment, encouragement and a momentary escape from illness for children throughout the year. For more information, call (813) 644-6670. To see a detailed wish list, visit StJosephsChristmas.org.

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fourth of july Red, White & Zoo July 1-4, 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Members of the military, active duty, reservists or national Guard members with valid military iD and up to three dependents can enjoy free admission over Fourth of July weekend at Tampa’s Lowry Park zoo. Military member must accompany dependents. www.lowryparkzoo.com Everyone Patriotic Picnic in the Park July 4, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Pack a picnic and head to Craig Park. Enjoy live entertainment, a kids’ water slide fun area, free food, sack races, contests and more. Bring lawn chairs and towels. 727-942-5628. Everyone Temple Terrace Independence Day Celebration • July 4, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Check out the floats as this year’s Fourth of July parade strolls through Temple Terrace at 10 a.m. By 9 p.m., watch the sky light up with fireworks. www.templeterracechamber.com Everyone Florida Aquarium Fourth of July Celebration July 4, 3-9:30 p.m. Stop by the Florida Aquarium for extended hours and stay for the Channelside fireworks at 9 p.m. Relax at the cantina and check out ExploreA-Shore extended hours. Admission price after 3 p.m. is $10. www.flaquarium.org 4 & Older Clearwater Celebrates America July 4, 4 p.m. Pack up the family and head to Coachman Park, 301 Drew St., Clearwater. Event features Mostly Pops Orchestra followed by fireworks. Free. www.myclearwater.com Everyone

Brandon Blast • July 4, 4-9 p.m. Celebrate the Fourth of July with the whole family at Brandon Westfield Town Center at this fundraiser hosted by the Greater Brandon Community Foundation. Event includes a kids’ area with inflatable slides and water activities, live music, food and a fireworks show. www. brandonfoundation.com Everyone Family Funfest Aboard American Victory July 4, 6-10 p.m. Hop aboard the American Victory Ship for Fourth of July festivities at 705 Channelside Drive in downtown Tampa. night includes arts and crafts, face painting, contests, and fireworks. Cost: $12, adults; $7 kids, 12 and younger. Buy tickets at www.ticketweb.com or on the ship. www.americanvictory.org 4 & Older Fireworks at the Museum of Fine Arts July 4, 6 p.m. Enjoy live entertainment, gourmet barbecue and waterfront views of the city’s fireworks celebration during this event at 255 Beach Drive in downtown St. Petersburg. Cash bar. Cost: $34, museum members; $44, nonmembers. www.finearts.org Date Night

events/festivals Sky Trails Ropes Course • Opening in July Get the whole family ready for this new adventure challenge opening at MOSi, 4801 E. Fowler Ave. in Tampa. Visitors must be 48 inches tall to participate. www.mosi.org 6 & Older

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Summer Nights at Sea World Through Aug. 14, after 6 p.m. Celebrate summer with special nighttime entertainment, including Shamu Rocks, Reflections, Sea Lions Tonite, with a huge fireworks and fountain finale. www.seaworld. com Everyone Summer Nights at Busch Gardens Through Aug. 14, after 9 p.m. Enjoy nightly entertainment such as the highenergy show Kinetix and the new Cheetah Hunt ride. www.buschgardens.com 8 & Older Sports in Tampa Bay Exhibit Through Sept. 12 Check out a new exhibit spotlighting the great sports history and figures of the bay area at the Tampa Bay History Center, 801 Old Water St., downtown Tampa. Cost: $12, adults; $10, seniors and students with valid iD; $7, ages 4-12; free, ages 3 and younger. www.tampabayhistorycenter. org Everyone Design Zone MOSI July 2-Sept. 5, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Go behind the scenes to see how things are designed and developed at this new, interactive exhibit at Tampa’s MOSi. Learn how to create video games, design a roller coaster and produce music. www.mosi.org Everyone Book Nook of the Bay July 2, 10:30 a.m. - noon Bring the family for reading activities the first Saturday every month at the Pier Aquarium, 800

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Pasco County Fair’s Sparklebration July 4, 4 p.m. Get ready for an afternoon and evening of games, bounce house fun, live entertainment and fireworks at the Pasco County Fairgrounds, 36722 State Road 52, Dade City. Gates open at 4 p.m. Cost: $5, adults; free, kids 12 and younger. Parking: $5. No alcohol, coolers, pets or personal fireworks permitted. www.pascocountyfair.com Everyone

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Second Ave. in St. Petersburg. Event features new Fresh Fish Theater, where visitors take part in crafts and enjoy a presentation of this month’s featured book The Sea, the Storm and the Mangrove Tangle. www.pieraquarium.org Everyone $2 Target Tuesdays • July 5, 2-6 p.m. Take advantage of reduced museum admission courtesy of Target the first Tuesday each month at Glazer Children’s Museum, 110 W. Gasparilla Plaza, downtown Tampa. www.glazermuseum. org Everyone Miss Florida and Outstanding Teen Pageant July 5-9, various times Root for your favorites in this year’s pageants at the Progress Energy Center for the Arts, Mahaffey Theater, 400 First St. S. in St. Petersburg. Outstanding Teen Preliminary is July 6, with the finals July 9. Miss Florida preliminary is July 7-8, with finals July 9. www.mahaffeytheater.com 12 & Older Shopping Organic on a Budget July 6, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Learn how to afford healthy, nutrient-rich foods during this free class at Whole Foods, 1548 n. Dale Mabry Highway in Tampa. Healthy eating specialist Curtis Whitwam shares ways to get the most for your money when buying organic. Register at exit lobby or email curtis.whitwam@ wholefoods. com. Moms, Dads Tampa’s Got Talent • July 10, noon Check out the best in local talent as bay area singers, dancers, actors and musicians compete at the Patel Conservatory at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts in Tampa. Winners in each category will earn full scholarships for fall classes at the conservatory. no entry fee. www. patelconservatory.org 7 & Older The Start Something Luncheon July 12, 11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. Attend this annual fundraising luncheon for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa at the Renaissance Tampa Hotel, international Plaza. Sponsor a table, serve as a table captain or support another captain’s fundraising efforts. www.bbbsfl.org Moms, Dads

Play Date Night July 15, 6-11 p.m. Plan a date night while the kids play at Tampa’s Glazer Children’s Museum as it partners with the Straz Center. Drop off the kids at the museum from 6-7:30 p.m. for supervised activities and snacks while you catch Mamma Mia! at 8 p.m. $60 per child and choice of theater tickets (not included). Must book through Straz Center. 813229-7827. Date Night Birthday Bash at MOSI July 17, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Take part in this event celebrating the birthday of Kids in Charge! at the museum. Dance, jump and learn about rhythm, sound waves, tone and more. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., sample Bluebell ice Cream in honor of national ice Cream Day. Free with paid museum admission or membership. 813-987-6000. 6 & Older $5 Day at Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo July 24, 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Visit your favorite animals and learn about endangered wildlife for special discounted admission courtesy of Walmart. zoo rides are not included on $5 Day. www.lowryparkzoo.com Everyone Margarita Fest • July 30, 7-11 p.m. Join the Krewe of Pandora for its signature fundraiser at The Wyndham Hotel, 700 n. West Shore Blvd., Tampa. Event includes silent auction. Tickets: $75 advance; $100 at the door. Portion of proceeds will benefit the Humane Society of Tampa Bay. Email kreweofpandora@ aol.com for tickets. Moms, Date Night Harry Potter’s Overnight Extravaganza July 30-31, 6 p.m. - 10 a.m. Get ready for a Harry Potter-filled evening at Tampa’s MOSi. Overnight event features authentic English banquet; potion, charm and wand-making classes; Quiddich Tourney; butterbeer and more. Dinner and breakfast included. Advance reservations required. Members: $79 per parent-child team; $45 additional child. nonmembers: $105 per team; $60 per additional child. www.mosi.org 6 & Older

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Revisit the charming world of Pooh and Friends in this latest Walt Disney Pictures release. Features voices of .Jim Cummings, Craig Ferguson and John Cleese. Rated G. Running time: 69 minutes. 6 & Older

art Breakfast with Dali for Families July 2, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Take the family out for a morning treat at the Salvador Dali Museum, One Dali Blvd., in downtown St. Petersburg. Event features breakfast buffet, tour designed for kids and interactive activities. Advance registration required. Cost: $10 adult members/$21 nonmembers; $5 members ages 6-12/$10 nonmembers. www.thedali.org 5-12. A Night at the Museum: Chihuly Collection July 14, 6-9 p.m. Join Working Women of Tampa Bay and Tampa Bay Parenting magazine for this monthly museum series. Visit the Chihuly Collection, 400 Beach Drive, in St. Petersburg. includes free museum admission and swag bag with cocktail reception and appetizers. Cost: $20 members; $25 nonmembers. www.workingwomenoftampabay. com Moms Meet the Artist at Singing Stone Gallery July 16, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Stop by the studio at 1903 n. 19th St. in ybor City for an opportunity to meet photographic pop artist Byron O’neil and discuss his new exhibit. Free. www.singingstoneonline.com Everyone Your 15 Minutes of Fame July 20, 7-8:30 p.m. Take part in an ongoing program to showcase your photographic work at the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts, 200 n. Tampa St., downtown Tampa. Participants will have 15 minutes to present their work and respond to audience questions. Cost: free for members and $4 for nonmembers. www.fmopa.org Moms, Dads

Summer Classic Series July 3, 9, 17, 23-24, 31, 3 p.m. Spend the summer with a string of silver screen gems at Tampa Theatre, 711 n. Franklin St., downtown Tampa. This month offers Some Like it Hot, Casablanca, Gone with the Wind, The African Queen, and a special sing-along Wizard of Oz. www.tampatheatre.org Everyone

Zookeeper • Opens July 8 Cheer on the animals of a city zoo as they help a lovable zookeeper sweep the woman of his dreams off her feet. Stars Kevin James and Rosario Dawson. Rated PG. Check local theaters for tickets and showtimes. 8 & Older

Capitol Classic Film Series: Top Gun July 29, 7 p.m. Catch the high-flying blockbuster that put Tom Cruise on every woman’s radar at Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater. Also stars Val Kilmer and Kelly McGillis. Rated PG. Running time: 110 minutes. $8. 727-791-7400. 12 & Older The Smurfs Opens July 29

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 Opens July 15 Return to Hogwarts for the conclusion of the best-selling book and film series as Harry, Ron and Hermione take on Voldemort for the ultimate battle of good versus evil. Stars Daniel Radcliffe and Alan Rickman. Rated PG-13. Running time: 125 minutes. 12 & Older Winnie the Pooh • Opens July 15

film Regal Summer Movie Express • Tuesdays and Wednesdays through Aug. 10, 10 a.m. Take advantage of $1 admission for select G and PG films at Regal Cinemas at Citrus Park Stadium 20, Park Place Stadium 16 and Largo Mall Stadium 8. www.regmovies.com Everyone

Watch these lovable tiny blue villagers take on the evil wizard Gargamel. Features the voices of neil Patrick Harris, Katy Perry and Hank Azaria. 6 & Older

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theater Motherhood the Musical Through July 31, various times Salute all things motherly in this popular musical celebration in Jaeb Theater at the Straz Center, 1010 n. W.C. Macinnes Place, Tampa. Tickets start at $42. www.strazcenter.org Moms Mamma Mia! July 12-17, various times

Join friends for the ultimate ABBA sing-along as the hit musical returns to Carol Morsani Hall at the Straz Center. Hear favorites such as Dancing Queen, S.O.S. and The Winner Takes it All. Cost: $42-$74. 813-229-7827. 10 & Older City Players’ The Music Man July 16-18, various times Catch the classic musical at Clearwater’s Ruth Eckerd Hall. Cost: $26-$28. Showtimes: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. 727-7917400. 8 & Older The Taming of the Shrew July 21-Aug. 7, various times Watch one of Shakespeare’s best-known comedies delivered with a modern flair by the Jobsite Theater in the Shimberg Playhouse at the Straz Center. $24.50. Showtimes: 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 4 p.m. Sunday. www.jobsitetheater.org 12 & Older Seussical • July 21-22, 7 p.m. See your favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat and Gertrude McFuzz, during this tribute to the beloved storyteller by students in grades three through eight from the Patel Conservatory Summer Theater program. Tickets: $15 and up. www.patelconservatory.org 6 & Older

music Rays Summer Concert Series: The Wiggles July 3, 5 p.m. Take the kids out to the ballgame and stay for the live music afterward at Tropicana Field in downtown St. Petersburg. Rays take on the St. Louis Cardinals at 1:40 p.m., with concert after game included with admission. www. tampabayrays.com Everyone America Fest • July 9, 4 p.m. Support community radio station WMnF 88.5 FM as it hosts a musical feast at Skipper’s Smokehouse, 910 Skipper Road in Tampa. Hear everything from folk, country and blues to R&B and rock ’n roll. Tickets: $12-$15. www.wmnf. org/events Moms, Dads Natasha Bedingfield • July 14, 7:30 p.m. Catch the soulful pop superstar as she brings her Less is More summer tour to the St. Pete Times Forum, 401 Channelside Drive in downtown Tampa. Tickets start at $20. www.stpetetimesforum.com 12 & Older

Justin Roberts July 31, 1 p.m. Bring your dancing shoes for this familyfriendly concert featuring the 2011 Grammy Award nominee and his not Ready for naptime Players at Skipper’s Smokehouse in Tampa. Tickets: $8. www. skipperssmokehouse.com 8 & Older

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