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10 Say What you Want Ways to have a perfect Mother’s Day 14 hint hint Mother’s Day gifts that won’t land dad on the couch 18 Soak up the Sun Summer’s must haves 20 Serving, protecting and caring Officers’ domestic violence work saluted

30 Welcome aunt Flo Why your monthly cycle matters 32 in control New options in contraception 36 unplug Let your kids enjoy old-fashioned living 40 eXtRAordinary Woman Marne L. Sutten, LTC

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every month 6 letter From the editor 11 Summer camp 28 What’S happening 31 health and WellneSS 37 education 42 north hillSborough neWS 44 South hillSborough neWS

46 north pinellaS neWS 48 South pinellaS neWS 50 paSco neWS 52 around toWn

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On the cover: Cover Kid Winner Preston Mitchell wtih King Julien at Madagascar Live! Operation: Vacation premiering May 18 at Busch Gardens. Photograph by: Amy Pezzicara,

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As this month gets under way, we are celebrating a milestone here at Tampa Bay Parenting. This issue marks our seventh anniversary as the Tampa Bay area’s only monthly family magazine devoted to bringing you information on everything your family needs to live healthy, happy lives. With your encouragement, we’ve reached new heights and i know we’ll continue to grow with your support for many years to come. May is even more important because it’s the one time of year we celebrate the household CEO, mom. As Mother’s Day quickly approaches (May 12 if you haven’t already marked your calendar), you may be stressing Me with Randi West from Mix 100 .7 at Summer Splash 2013. about what to get your mom or fretting over what you would like for Mother’s Day. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing spa getaway, brunch on the beach or just some quiet time in the tub, there’s no better way to get what you want on Mother’s Day than to ask. Ellie Hirsch shares some gift ideas as well as ways to get the kids and your spouse on board with your Mother’s Day requests. Check it out on page 10.

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Speaking of moms, this month we’re featuring high-flying mom Lieutenant Colonel Marne L. Sutten as this month’s Extraordinary Woman on page 40. in this month’s Health and Wellness Guide, we’re talking about a condition that affects more than 10 million American women annually. Menorrhagia (heavy or prolonged monthly cycle) could be a warning sign of other problems. Drs. Gem Ashby and Kristen Segall discuss the causes, treatments and what your body could be telling you on page 30. Lastly, i want to thank everyone who came out to Summer Splash at the Glazer Children’s Museum. This year’s event was bigger than ever and we’re counting down the days until next year’s Splash. in the meantime, it’s not too early to mark your calendar for the Back to School Fair on Aug. 10. Happy Mother’s Day!

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other’s Day is quickly approaching, which means many of us moms are creating our lists and dropping hints left and right. Similar to Valentine’s Day, there is a lot of pressure to have the perfect day and receive the perfect gift, but what exactly does that mean? Mother’s Day is all about celebrating women as mothers and recognizing all of our hard work. It’s a day to put ourselves first instead of last. We deserve to get a gift that we love and actually want, right? We should expect our spouses to be creative and think outside the box. They should come up with plans for the day that will prove how well they know us and how much they appreciate us. Well, we would like to think so. in reality, not so much. Not to worry, though. This year you are going to receive everything you hoped for and more, whatever that may be! Discovering what we want is the easy part. Actually getting it can be a challenge. Some of us might have the perfect earrings picked out or a pair of sandals we’ve been stalking online. Some of us are content with a homemade card from the kids and a hot bath with no interruptions!

No matter what it is you’re seeking this Mother’s Day, your hubby is going to be in the know and deliver. Here’s how. it’s all about communication. Don’t beat around the bush. if you want something, ask for it. We’ve all said, “Do i have to spell it out for you?” And the answer is yes. i wish i had a new pair of gold hoops. i think i saw some really nice ones at (insert store name here). if you’re looking for gift ideas for me that would be a great one! That was clear, concise and even included the name of a store where your husband is able to find them. No guessing game there. Following is a subtle hint (which men don’t get) that will pretty much guarantee you don’t get those gold hoops! “i hate my gold hoops. They are so old, don’t you think? Talk to your spouse about what your ideal Mother’s Day looks like. My husband always asks me what i want to do on Mother’s Day and what gift i need or would like to ensure it’s a flawless event. Some women might prefer a

bit of mystery and surprise, but his way pretty much eliminates the disappointment factor. Oh and he always throws in a gift i didn’t expect but love! if you say you don’t want anything for Mother’s Day, but secretly hope your husband takes that to mean you do want something, you are gambling. Depending on your husband’s personality and how well he really knows you, you literally might not get anything. Or he will discover your reverse psychology tactic and run to the store. Say what you mean and don’t confuse your man! Some husbands think they have to spend a lot of money to come up with a fantastic gift. Not! it’s all about feeling appreciated and feeling that your significant other gets you. If you don’t have anything in mind for Mother’s Day, don’t go searching for gift ideas just because a date on the calendar suggests otherwise. your significant other will be just as confused and you will end up with a gift that you will for sure need to return. if you truly don’t want anything, communicate that to your husband and let him know that a brunch outing to your favorite spot and some me time is exactly what you want. Another line of communication is your children. Most likely, they will discuss Mother’s Day at

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Taking Action Against Domestic Violence Officer of the Year winners, from left, Major Alan Hill (2011 winner); Master Detective Charles Boswell (2013 winner); and Deputy Lyonelle De Veaux (2012 winner).

remember the moment clearly. i was on the stage of the Tampa Convention Center looking out into a sea of faces — more than 1,000 law enforcement officers and first responders. Survivors of domestic violence don’t always come back to say thank you. i would try to deliver that message for them. “Every survivor is different. Some said it was your words that helped them find the courage to leave. Others told me it’s what you didn’t say, that you listened and did not judge.” And that’s when i saw it – the look of recognition. At table after table, I saw officers leaning in to whisper a name, a location, a description. Their paths had crossed with abuse victims, too many times to count. They could relate. “On behalf of survivors of domestic violence who didn’t get the chance to say thank you for your help, we salute you and present the Taking Action Against Domestic Violence Officer of the Year award. Thank you for making a difference.” They smiled. i cried. Message received. That was May 24, 2011. ABC Action News will have the privilege of delivering that message of gratitude again this

month, almost three years to the day! Master Detective Charles Boswell will step forward to receive the 2013 Taking Action Against Domestic Violence Officer of the Year award. A 20-year plus veteran of the Hillsborough County Sheriff ’s Office, he has been nominated by advocates at The Spring, the Department of Children and Families and certified domestic violence center for Hillsborough County, every year since the award was created in 2011.

The Spring. “Law enforcement is an important partner in the work to end domestic violence,” says Tiffany Carr, president and CEO of the Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence. “An important part of raising community awareness is recognizing the work of law enforcement personnel such as Detective Boswell who work daily to protect our citizens and our communities.”

“Domestic violence is an incredibly dangerous crime and can escalate quickly,” Carr explains. “In fact, during the first six months of 2012, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement’s most recent Semiannual Crime Report, domestic violence murders increased a staggering 29.5 percent. We know that when law enforcement and domestic violence advocates work together homicides are reduced. An initiative in Hillsborough and Pinellas [counties], partnering a law enforcement officer with a certified domestic violence center advocate, Advocates agree that showcasing the work of has successfully reduced homicides in these officers doesn’t just help victims it helps officers two counties by 21 percent and 8 percent, respectively.” with their training!

“Boswell is a remarkable detective. He really cares about victims and understands the challenges they face,” explains Roseanne Cupoli of The Spring. “He is very thoughtful in his tone, his demeanor and how he talks to victims. He is aware of how he, as a law enforcement officer, may be perceived by a victim and why she may be hesitant to speak with him. He is patient and understands that a little more work on his part can go a really long way to enhance the victim’s safety. Simply put, he gets it!”

“Supporting law enforcement personnel as they learn new approaches will encourage victims to seek services and reminds the community that batterers must be held accountable even when their victims are too scared or traumatized to take action,”says Mindy Murphy, president of

Boswell has certainly had his share of domestic violence cases over the years. He’s tracked down recordings of 911 operators, listened in on jailhouse phone calls and testified against abusers when their own victims refused to do it.

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...................................................................................................................................................... “i could describe the line of work with multiple adjectives but the ones which most frequently come to mind are challenging, frustrating and rewarding,” Boswell says. “i like to think about the success stories, but in between those are countless, mundane cases where the victim refuses to accept the help which we are capable of providing. For those who accept the services, the cycle of abuse is stopped.”

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Asked about the patience that advocates talk so much about, Boswell says it goes back to a case in 1995 in Thonotosassa that had a tremendous impact on him. The victim had refused to press charges even after the abuser abducted her in public, beat her with a steel club and tossed her from his car. He was tried, convicted and sent to the state penitentiary. “The victim was furious with me,” Boswell recalls. “i, equally, was disgusted by the fact that she had testified for him. Several years went by and one day i received a call at work. it was the victim! i was not very receptive to taking her call but out of professional obligation i did. She called to thank me for what i did for her that night for standing by her side even though she didn’t want me to at that time. i have never heard from her again but in that brief conversation she opened my eyes as to the long term affect that we can have on an individual life.” That was almost 18 years ago. He still remembers. So does she. ABC Action News tracked that survivor to Georgia. When we told her about Boswell’s award, there was silence on the other end of the line. “He deserves it,” she said softly. “[He] opened my eyes to a lot of things.” Lissette Campos is the director of community affairs for WFTS TV ABC Action News, the 2013 recipient of the National Association of Broadcasters’ Service to Community Award for its annual Taking Action Against Domestic Violence Campaign.

How You Can Help it’s important for the community to support the efforts of law enforcement and local domestic violence centers. The Spring, which has provided sanctuary and services to more than 60,000 abused adults and their children since its founding in 1977, offers the following five tips:

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1. Believe that law enforcement officers are there to help you, your loved one or your neighbor. 2. Organize domestic violence awareness events at your business or workplace, through a civic group or your place of worship. 3. Financially support your local domestic violence center so that it can continue to provide services and be a resource partner for law enforcement. 4. If you know a law enforcement officer or domestic violence advocate, say thanks for the sometimes heartbreaking work they do to help women and families. Genuine words of appreciation can make their day! 5. if you are a man, place value on kindness and compassion and demonstrate that to those around you. Batterers are overwhelmingly men and communities need to stop the cycle.

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To mark the 103rd Father’s Day, Tampa Bay Parenting is searching for deserving dads in the Tampa Bay area who are making a positive impact through their generosity and dedication to their families and communities. We know that being a dad is not easy. That’s why our fourth annual Super Dad feature will appear in the June issue. Do you know a Super Dad? Visit www.tbparenting.com/SuperDads and tell us about him. We want to hear from kids, wives, mothers, brothers and friends. Submission deadline is noon May 12.

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Drive-Thru Panera Coming to Tampa

Panera Bread will open its first Tampa drive-thru location this month at 3240 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., near Raymond James Stadium. “We look forward to opening our newest bakery-cafe in such a vital community,” says Kevin Ricci, operating partner, Covelli Family Limited Partnership, a franchisee of Panera LLC. “We hope the drivethru element will provide added convenience to the many customers who live and travel through this area.” Go to www.panera-tampa.com to find a location near you.

Madagascar Live! Operation: Vacation

Busch Gardens’ newest live stage show, Madagascar Live! Operation: Vacation, premieres May 18 in Stanleyville Theater, now an enclosed and air-conditioned theater. Guests will party with the characters from the popular film series, including Alex the Lion, Gloria the Hippo and King Julien, during their latest adventure. To celebrate the arrival of the laugh-out-loud, high-energy family show, the Tampa amusement park is hosting a Premiere Party Weekend on May 18 and 19, complete with on-the-hour dance parties and meet and greets. The lively stage show encourages families to sing and dance along to original songs on a 20-minute musical adventure. Singers, dancers and a live band join the rollicking Madagascar characters as they amp up the party to full throttle. Visit www.buschgardens.com for more information or to book your park tickets.

Tampa Bay Storm $5 Kids Tickets

Load up the kids and enjoy a night of football and family fun at the Tampa Bay Times Forum in downtown Tampa! The Tampa Bay Storm, Tampa Bay’s Arena Football League team, is now offering kids tickets for just $5, available for purchase at the McDonald’s Ticket Office. The team’s home schedule includes New Orleans Voodoo (May 4), Philadelphia Soul (May 25) and Orlando Panthers (June 8). For the complete schedule or information on other ticket offers like Ladies Night Out or the Bright House Family Pack, visit www.tampabaystorm.com.

Memorial Day Family Fun Fest

The Armed Forces History Museum is pleased to announce the return of the Memorial Day Family FunFest from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 27. This annual family favorite will feature rock wall climbing, bungee jumping, a bounce house, military vehicle rides, World War II reenactors from the 1st Infantry Division, arts and crafts, face painting, military dress photo opportunities, museum tours, music and food. Discounted tickets are on sale and are $10 for adults and $5 for ages 4-12. Go to www.armedforcesmuseum.com for tickets.

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re you tired of dealing with heavy menstrual bleeding, also known as menorrhagia, and a monthly period that has gone from five days to 12 or more? Many women are suffering in silence for no reason. The first step is scheduling your annual gynecologic visit. Typically, how you describe your heavy period matters, and it can affect your overall health. if you suffer from heavy periods, there are effective treatment options.

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• You find yourself needing to change your sanitary products every hour. • You carry around an extra set of clothes just in case. • You search on-line before going out to locate the bathrooms. • You have a well-rehearsed list of excuses for cancelling plans.

Causes of Menorrhagia

• Fibroids: These benign (noncancerous) tumors of the uterus typically appear during your childbearing years. • Polyps: Benign growths on the lining of the inside of the uterine wall. • Adenomyosis: This condition occurs when glands from the endometrium become embedded in the uterine muscle, often causing heavy bleeding and painful periods. • Cancer: Some cancers, such as uterine, ovarian

and cervical, can lead to excessive menstrual bleeding. • Medications: Certain drugs, including blood thinners, can contribute to heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding. improper use of hormone medications also can cause menorrhagia. • Other Medical Conditions: Pelvic inflammatory disease (PiD), thyroid problems and liver or kidney disease may be associated with menorrhagia. • Inherited Bleeding Disorders: Some blood coagulation disorders — such as von Willebrand’s disease, a condition in which an important blood-clotting factor is deficient or impaired — can cause abnormal menstrual bleeding. This is typically diagnosed in teenagers.

Treating Menorrhagia

Treatment depends on several factors, including the underlying cause, patients’ preferences and the need to prevent pregnancy or desire to have children. There are nonsurgical and surgical options. For women who have polyps or fibroids, surgery to remove the growth can reduce or end heavy bleeding. • Hormonal Birth Control: Hormonal methods of birth control reduce bleeding during your menstrual period. it might take three months for bleeding to improve after you start taking hormonal birth control. • Antifibrinolytic Medicines: These medicines work by helping to decrease the amount of

bleeding during your monthly period. One option is tranexamic acid (Lysteda). These medications slow bleeding quickly, usually within two to three hours. you only take them when on your period, and you can try to conceive while taking them. • Myomectomy: A surgical procedure where fibroids are removed from of the uterus. • Uterine Artery Embolization: A radiologic procedure where the blood supply to the fibroids or the entire uterus is blocked to shrink fibroids or help decrease heavy periods. • Dilation and Curettage: A surgical procedure used to diagnose the cause of heavy period and also remove thickened endometrial tissue or polyps. • Endometrial Ablation: An outpatient procedure that heats the lining of the uterus. This can reduce heavy menstrual bleeding or cause you to stop having monthly periods. it is important to note that this is not an option for women who want to become pregnant. • Hysterectomy: Surgery that removes the uterus. This is a permanent treatment option that cures heavy menstrual bleeding. However, surgery can have complications and may require up to six weeks for full recovery. if you are suffering from heavy periods, do not ignore the signs. Be bold and make an appointment with your medical professional. Take the first step to returning to normal periods and living life to the fullest. Put yourself first!

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Women want a birth control that is effective, convenient and easy-touse with minimal side effects. Today women have many options when it comes to preventing pregnancy. Let’s start with birth control pills. These are still a popular option because they provide effective contraception and also other noncontraceptive benefits, including regulating your periods, improving acne, menstrual cramps and PMS and even decreasing heavy bleeding. Many pills now contain lower doses of hormones and can be taken continuously to avoid a period or decrease the number of periods. Another popular option is Nuvaring, a vaginal contraceptive ring that contains similar hormones to a birth control pill but allows the convenience of once-a-month dosing instead of taking a pill daily. The Ortho Evra Patch is a small square that sticks to the skin and is changed once a week. it also has similar hormones to a birth control pill. Many patients are looking for a long-term option that can last months or even years. Depo Provera is a progesterone injection that is administered every three months. it’s convenient and effective and can be used by most women. An iUD is a small device that is inserted into the uterus by your doctor. There are currently two types available. The Mirena iUD can last up to five years and contains progesterone, which provides shorter, lighter periods. Some

women do not have their period with this iUD. in addition to its use .............................. as a contraceptive, it has also been approvedByto mark treat heavy periods Heller in women. The Paragard iUD does not contain any hormones so it is a good option for women who cannot or choose not to use hormones. it can last up to 10 years. The Nexplanon is a small device (about the size of a matchstick) that is inserted under the skin of the inner upper arm and can last for three years. it contains progesterone and is becoming a popular choice with younger women and those who need an effective, convenient alternative to an iUD. Finally, for women who desire a more permanent birth control, there is tubal ligation or occlusion. Essure is a method of permanent birth control that can be done in your doctor’s office or in the hospital. Small inserts are placed into the fallopian tubes that over time create a barrier to prevent pregnancy. No incisions are made so recovery time is quick. it is also hormone free. A confirmation test is performed three months after the procedure. There are many choices in birth control available today. it is important to discuss your individual needs and health history with your doctor to determine the best option for you. Gem Ashby, MD, and Kristen Segall, MD, are part of Women’s Care of Florida and see patients at locations in Carrollwood, Wesley Chapel and the USF area. To schedule a visit, visit www.wcf.me or call 813-929-7377. continued on page 28

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uilding self-esteem, enjoying the sweet success of adjusting to being away from home, making friendships and rising to a host of new challenges are some of the compelling reasons to send your child to sleep-away camp. A good camp shepherds campers through a host of experiences, supports them while they navigate through new situations and affords them the invaluable opportunity to move beyond their comfort zone and grow as individuals. Few things make a child more proud than knowing they can master a challenge and succeed in a new setting. i can do it. i am a success. i am capable. These are just some of the positive affirmations that children take away after a summer at camp. And these powerful mantras have a lifelong impact. yet there’s one thing that we didn’t deal with as kids that impedes our children’s social successes: technology. if you are a parent over 30, chances are as a youngster you rode your bike freely, stretching your independence with little fear or constraints from your parents. you played pickup ball on your street, climbed trees, caught frogs, pitched tents in your backyard and wore through the soles of your new sneakers before you grew out of them. you created activities outside without arranged play dates and mom and dad for the most part stayed in the wings unless you needed their help. The bottom line is that with the advent of the internet, 24-hour news channels and Amber Alerts, parents have

become fearful and children no longer have the same freedom and often suffer from lack of independence. To add fuel to the fire, today’s kids are deluged with distracting technologies that actually hobble their social skills. Conversations have gone the way of texting, which is devoid of inflection and body language, often leaving children with difficulty reading social cues. Video games edge out pickup games in the park. And Facebook has eclipsed group activities and pitted kids against images of others who seem happier, prettier and more popular. Technology is here to stay and with it comes many advantages. However, technology has a way of distracting us from real life and creates a vacuum for kids. Some call it nature deficit disorder, emphasizing the need to play outside and spend time enjoying our natural surroundings. However, the even bigger issue is that as social beings, children desperately need to practice communicating face to face. Without that opportunity, their social development is stunted, which may have implications academically and professionally as they become adults. Sleep-away camps that are technology-free give kids a fertile environment to fully and freely engage with each other as human beings. Campers interact on the basis of who they are not what they post on a social networking platform or how skilled they are at a video game. They are simply campers as we were decades ago. There is an honesty and sincerity that envelopes them.

Group conversations create opportunities to become more assertive and verbal or empathetic and sensitive to others. Children are free to reinvent themselves in a community that depends upon, actually thrives upon, communication and togetherness. When technology is removed from camp, there is room for not only robust activities of skill and stamina like color war and Apache relay races, there is room for quiet conversations around a campfire, during flashlight time before bed and at rest hour while writing letters with real paper and pen. Those magical campfires bring us back to the basics — a relaxed, natural place where we are in awe by the fire’s ability to inspire a community, where we are equally aligned in our basic human needs for comfort, connection and face-to-face communication. Beyond the beauty and symbolism of the campfire and the meaningful dialogues it sparks, the evening gatherings reinforce some powerful messages that are distinctly unique to the sleep-away camp experience: first, that the camper can separate successfully from mom and dad, giving them confidence and a sense of independence; second, that deep friendships can be made and real bonding done without parental orchestration; and third, and this is the biggest lesson in my opinion, that they can be protected and cared for by adults other than mom and dad. Technology sucks kids in for hours at a time,

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Ways to unplug: 1. Soften the blow. Call a family meeting to discuss your summer vacation schedule. Explain that it’s going to be a digital-free summer -- and why. Then move quickly to No. 2. 2. Be flexible. So no one feels completely out of touch, plan something media-related that you can all do together. Have a family movie night once a week, or schedule time during the day that gives everyone time to check their email or text a friend. (Set a timer!) 3. Unplug yourself. Kids learn more from what you do than from what we say. When you’re not at work, say so long to your iPhone or Blackberry. 4. Do your research. if your family is traveling over the summer, plan offline activities that relate to where you’re going. Whether it’s down the street or around the world, there’s always something for the family to do together that doesn’t involve technology. 5. Get outdoors. Devote 30-minutes every day to getting outside with the kids. you can do anything you want from creating an outdoor fort to flying a kite to making a paint can banjo. For some great outdoor activities, read Imagine Childhood by Sarah Olmstead. For more tips on how your family can unplug over the summer holiday, visit www.commonsensemedia.org.

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Marne Sutten and her husband met in Germany during a military exercise and have been married for almost eight years. They were married in Reykjavik, iceland, in a civil service to ensure they would be stationed together upon moving back to the United States. Their official wedding with friends and family took place at the Old Post Chapel in Arlington Cemetery. The couple has two children, a 4-year old son and an almost 6-year old daughter. Sutten has been in the Army for 17 years, moving nine times and serving in iraq and overseas in Korea and Germany. She now serves as the commander of the 2nd Joint Communications Squadron of the Joint Communications Support Element. The unit, which jumps out of airplanes or helicopters, is comprised of personnel from the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines.

What do you think is the secret to your familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s success? Having a supportive husband, amazing grandparents and a relationship built on a deep mutual respect for one another is the key to our familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s success. My husband also serves in the Army, and we are both stationed at MacDill Air Force Base. He not only understands the sacrifice it takes to serve in the armed forces, but also serves as a sounding board and provides me invaluable advice. Additionally, Grant and i have extremely supportive parents that help out if we are deployed or traveling. Grant and i would not be able to continue our profession without them.

What advice would you give to other women? it is acceptable to not be perfect as both a mother and a professional all the time. Too often, women walk away from a profession they love because they are afraid their children will not get the quality time that they need and deserve. i believe women try so hard to be perfect at everything when, in reality, perfection is not the goal. you can concentrate on certain aspects of your life and make compromises

on others. i like to have a clean house but struggle to keep everything clean. Hiring someone to help clean is one of the best investments we have made. i would rather spend the weekend playing with my children instead of mopping floors and wiping countertops. Healthy, home-cooked meals are always the goal in our family, but i have come to understand that carry-out or pizza makes life a little less stressful. Balancing a family and a profession takes time and dedication, but the happiness that i get from our family is worth all the hard work.

What is your proudest moment? My proudest moment is when i followed in the footsteps of a long lineage of my family who served in the Army. i am a third generation signal corps officer, with my grandfather serving in World War ii and my father serving in Vietnam and Desert Storm. i have also deployed overseas for my country, having served two tours in Operation iraqi Freedom. My husband and i both love our country and believe in the importance of serving.

What is your biggest achievement? My biggest achievement is having such wonderful children that are kind and respectful. i feel a sense of pride when our kids say that they want to be soldiers like their mommy and daddy. They also are proud to salute the American flag and stand at attention on base as the flag is retired at the end of the day. The military life is a rewarding profession and i feel honored to serve with so many amazing people.

What makes you happy? Traveling the world and moving to new cities with my husband and children is an amazing aspect of military life. We have met so many wonderful people from all walks of life and experienced so many great areas of the United States and abroad. Seeing my children experience new cultures and creating new family traditions make the challenge

of moving worthwhile. Our children are young, but they are extremely flexible about moving and adapting to new situations and environments. Quality family time definitely keeps our family ties strong and we are all closer to each other for sharing the experience of moving.

How do you relax and take time for yourself? Admittedly, finding time for me has been difficult while working and taking care of such young and active children. My favorite time is getting up early and having a cup of coffee on our back porch. Everything is so peaceful and it gives me time to reflect on the day and everything that has to be accomplished. Also, i take time to exercise, run and swim. I find exercising gives me time to think about how fortunate i am to have so much happiness and good health.

What is your favorite thing to do with your kids in Tampa Bay? We love living in such an amazing place with so many fantastic things to do. Tampa has a festival, market or event every weekend that we can enjoy with our family and friends. The kids enjoy visiting the zoo, aquarium or childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s museum while my husband and i are amazed at all the incredible restaurants. We love Tampa so much that we have considered retiring here after our military service is over.

Who is your biggest inspiration or role model? My husband is my biggest inspiration and makes me want to be a better and more patient person. He has always supported me serving in the military and is an amazing father to our children. We have both deployed several times to iraq and he did an amazing job as a single father during my last deployment. He made sure that i received pictures and videos of the kids to keep me from being too homesick. He managed to balance the children and his military job with ease.

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Lieutenant Colonel Sutten alongside a Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter at the U.S. Army Reserve Aviation Facility in Clearwater. Photo by Amy Pezzicara, www.PezzPhoto.com

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All Earn Kudos at Kids Are Heroes Reception Tampa Bay Lightning Center and Kids Are Heroes Spokeschampion Steven Stamkos helped St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital congratulate the winners of the Kids Are Heroes program. During a six-week nomination period, parents, teachers, guidance counselors and neighbors submitted stories highlighting heroic and selfless deeds of nearly 170 children ages 5 to 18 throughout the Tampa Bay area. Earlier in the year, former Tampa Bay Lightning Team Captain Dave Andreychuk and ThunderBug helped kids hospitalized at St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital choose winners in three age categories. Since 1996, St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital has recognized more than 1,400 children ages 5-18 who have performed heroic deeds or displayed acts of selflessness and good citizenship. This year’s winners include: 5-8 Category • First Place: Sophia Rosenberg, Hillsborough County, Apollo Beach Sophia’s mother had a major anaphylaxis reaction to a new medication and called 911. Moments later, she collapsed and stopped breathing. Sophia quickly retrieved her mother’s EpiPen and administered it, saving her mother’s life. • Second Place: Campbell McElaney, Pasco County, Land O’ Lakes • Third Place: Callee Connon, Pinellas County, St. Petersburg 9-12 Category • First Place: N’Jhari Jackson, Hillsborough County, Carrollwood N’Jhari is involved in several projects that help local hospitalized kids and encourage young boys to read and discuss books. • Second Place: Jasmine Johnson, Hillsborough County, Town N’ Country • Third Place: Logan Agnew, Hillsborough County, Carrollwood 13-18 Category • First Place: Weeki Wachee High Football Team, Hernando County, Weeki Wachee Team members came together to support their high school principal’s son, who is undergoing treatment for cancer. More than 60 Varsity and Junior Varsity players shaved their heads in honor of the 13-year-old, who is battling cancer for a third time. • Second Place: Keith Purvis, Hillsborough County, Plant City • Third Place: Ben Schulte, Hillsborough County, Plant City

dates: Through May 4, various times Neil Simon’s Chapter Two Catch this hilarious production by Carrollwood Players at 4333-5 Gunn Highway. Tickets: $18 for adults and $15 for seniors age 62 and older, students and military with ID. Shows: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday. www. carrollwoodplayers.org May 3, 7 p.m. Auction Night 2013 Bid on items online and in person as part of the private school’s spring fundraiser hosted by Tampa’s MOSI. Event includes food, desserts, drinks and faux gaming. Tickets: $35 single and $60 pair. www.learninggate.org/auction13.html May 4, 2-4 p.m. Mother Daughter Tea Sip away the day at this Mother’s Day-themed event at Omar K. Lightfoot Recreation Center in Temple Terrace. Cost: $10 per couple and $4 for each additional person. Call 813-506-6600. May 11, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. IBD Education Seminar Tampa’s MOSI hosts this information session on irritable bowel disease, which covers new treatments, medication and research for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Event is free but reservations required. http://online.ccfa. org/2013tampaeducationseminar May 11, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. North Tampa Market Stop by this new outdoor market at Carrollwood Cultural Center. Browse fresh foods and handcrafted items while listening to live music. Open the second Saturday of every month. Free admission. www.tampabaymarkets.com May 17, 7-11 p.m. Art en Blanc Dress in white and dine al fresco at beautiful Woodmont Park in Temple Terrace during this inaugural fundraiser to support the Temple Terrace Arts Council. Tickets: $25, with tables of eight for $160. Order tickets at 813-988-2787.

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The Container Store Opens to Organizing Enthusiasts’ Delight Located near international Plaza, The Container Store’s Tampa location is its 59th store. As part of the retailer’s commitment to supporting the local communities it serves, the store donated a percentage of its grand opening weekend sales to the Junior League of Tampa, making a contribution of $20,000. More than 100 shoppers lined up outside the store in anticipation of the doors opening. First in line was Jana Bailey, who received her own shopping cart decorated with Super Fan flags and signs. Bailey submitted the winning entry for store’s Tampa Joining in The Container Store’s Private Preview Party festivities were, from left, Suzanne Oaks Super Fan contest. in Brownstein, PR chairwoman for the Junior League of Tampa, Garrett Boone, chairman emeritus addition to being the of The Container Store, Stephanie Wiendl, president of the Junior League of Tampa, and Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn. first person in the store on grand opening day, Bailey received a gift card, products and an invitation to the location’s Private Preview Party. The 25,000-square-foot store contains 10,000 organizational products. “The Container Store has been an absolutely wonderful corporate partner,” says Stephanie Wiendl, president of the Junior League of Tampa. “They have already made such a significant impact with their community involvement and outreach.” Founded in 1926, The Junior League of Tampa is an organization of influential women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. “Partnering with an organization like the Junior League of Tampa that is truly invested in the entire Tampa community is an incredible honor for our company,” says Melissa Reiff, president of The Container Store. “We couldn’t have found a better match – and it’s an organization we know that our customers and employees are passionate about.”

Entertainment Pass Offers Access to Best of Downtown The Tampa Theatre, Florida Museum of Photographic Arts, Henry B. Plant Museum and Tampa Bay History Center have announced a new program that invites bay area residents and visitors to experience the best of downtown’s cultural venues and restaurants. The Downtown Tampa Arts & Entertainment Pass is available for purchase at the four participating attractions. it includes one-day admission at each of the museums, a movie ticket to the Tampa Theatre and a buy-on-get-one ride on the TECO Line Streetcar as well as deals at six area restaurants. The pass is a total value of $78.75 for only $30! The program, sponsored by the Tampa Downtown Partnership, will run through Sept. 30. Visit www.tampasdowntown.com to learn more.

dates: May 3, 6-10 p.m. High Heel Hunt Gather your high-heeled friends for this bar crawl hosted by High Hopes in High Heels, which starts from Mangroves SoHo. Guests can take part in drawings and scavenger hunts and enjoy free and discounted drinks and food. Tickets: $25 general advance and $30 at the door, with $35 VIP advance and $40 at the door. Proceeds benefit Children’s Cancer Center. www.highheelhunt.eventbrite.com May 4, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Young Talent Agent Auditions Let your performers audition for the Central Florida Talent Agency when they visit the Florida Academy of the Performing Arts in Brandon. No appointment necessary. Actors and actresses should come dressed in nice jeans and a shirt and bring a recent photo or headshot as well as audition material. www.faopa.org May 4, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Paws Fur a Cause Enjoy a fun event hosted by Girl Scout Junior Troop 1950 at the Apollo Beach Rec Center and Dog Park. Event includes one-mile walk/run, kids’ activities, field fetch and obstacle course contest and furry fashion show. Each activity costs $5. Proceeds benefit Elmira’s Wildlife Sanctuary in Wimauma. Call 813-634-4115. May 5, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Fresh Market at Hyde Park Village Browse more than 70 vendors at Hyde Park Village. Listen to live music and shop for gourmet foods, organic products and handcrafted items. Check out The Kids Market and support young entrepreneurs. Free admission and parking. www.hydeparkvillage.net May 23, 12 - 1:30 p.m. Our Heroes Luncheon This third annual luncheon honors Hillsborough County’s every day heroes - the brave men and women of law enforcement and fire rescue. Sykes Enterprises hosts the event at the Tampa Convention Center. www.tampabayheroes.org

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Month of the Woman Kicks Off With Girls Night Out This May, Morton Plant Mease kicks off its Month of the Woman with a fun and educational Girls Night Out on May 2 at Pioneer Park in Dunedin. From 6-8 p.m., ladies can check out Zumba fitness demonstrations, enjoy souvenir tea cup and tumbler painting, get health screenings and get answers at Ask-A-Doc booths.

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“Girls Night Out is a celebration of women focusing on themselves for a change since many women put others first and their own care last,” says Marcia Albanese, director of women’s services at the hospital. “This event allows women to ask the right questions about their own health care needs in a fun and casual environment.”

May 3, 6 p.m. Relay for Life Safety Harbor Lace up and honor cancer survivors and loved ones lost during this American Cancer Society event at Safety Harbor City Park, 940 Seventh St. S. Start your own team or join an existing one. www.RelayForLife.org/safetyharborfl

Complimentary health screenings will include blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol and body mass index (BMi). Morton Plant Mease Wellness Centers will offer complimentary chair massages. To register, call 727-253-4110 or visit www.baycareevents.org.

Future Broadway Stars Roam High Schools’ Halls Florida high school students Tim Hart and Chandler Morehead have been awarded the David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts’ Broadway Star of the Future Award. The two beat out numerous competitors to win the honor at the Florida Thespian Festival, which was recently held at the Straz Center. Morehead and Hart can compete this June in the National High School Musical Theater Awards in New york. “The Straz Center for the Performing Arts is known for community service and its commitment to helping talented youth strive and thrive in the world of performing arts. Sponsoring this contest and enabling these students to compete in New york is just one way we demonstrate this commitment,” says Wendy Leigh, vice president of education at the Straz Center. Hart, a student at Palm Harbor University High, is a Clearwater resident and portrayed the Baker from into The Woods. Morehead of Sunrise is a student at American Heritage School. During the competition, she portrayed Meredith Parker in Bat Boy: the Musical.

Tim Hart is joined by Chandler Morehead as recipients of this year’s Broadway Star of the Future Award.

Judging the competition were Straz Center Trustee Don Jones, Patel Conservatory Theater Department Chairwoman Ami Sallee, Marty Hancock, Patel Conservatory Theater Department Manager Christen Petitt, Sandra Cockrell and Broadway performer Quentin Darrington.

Judges evaluating the competition noted that they were impressed with the winners’ singing and acting as well as their commitment to their characters. The not-for-profit Straz Center is committed to arts education and its fully accredited Patel Conservatory works toward enriching the lives of children through its classrooms, stages and outreach programs. For more information, visit www.patelconservatory.org or call 813-222-1002.

May 3, 6:30-11 p.m. Celebration of Excellence Benefit Concert Attend this fundraiser at Innisbrook Resort & Golf Club in Palm Harbor to benefit the Tarpon Spring High Leadership Conservatory for the Arts. Event features dinner, live and silent auctions, and live performances by student ensembles. Call 727-744-2722 or 727-6371204. May 8-9, 16, 18, 23 and 30, various times Free Health Seminars Topics for May at Nature’s Food Patch in Clearwater include: Sprouting (6:30 p.m. May 8); Brain Balance (6:30 p.m. May 9); Genuine Health, Your Body on Nature (6:30 p.m. May 16); Bio Identical Hormones (4 p.m. May 18); Ozone (6:30 p.m. May 23); and Honey 101 (6:30 p.m. May 30). www.naturesfoodpatch.com May 9, 6:30 – 9 p.m. FEAST Pinellas Show your support for Creative Pinellas as it hosts its fourth FEAST microfunding event at the Safety Harbor Museum and Cultural Center. Sample dishes from area restaurants and interact with local artists. Tickets: $20. Proceeds to benefit local arts projects. www.feastpinellas. org May 11, 8 a.m. Hog Hustle 5k Run Take a scenic run along Edgewater Park Drive through historic downtown Dunedin. Event includes pancake breakfast and a T-shirt for the first 400 runners. Preregistration: $20 ($25 on race day). Call 727-812-4530. www.active.com May 17, 6-10 p.m. Third Friday Music Series Shop, dine and dance along Main Street in downtown Safety Harbor. This month’s event benefits the Safety Harbor Library Foundation. Free admission. www.cityofsafetyharbor.com

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Walk, Waddle or Wheel to 5k Celebration On May 11, enjoy the Walk, Waddle & Wheel 5k Festival at Spa Beach Park in St. Petersburg. Hailed as “ridiculous family fun,” this inaugural event combines a family-friendly 5k and interactive health and wellness event. As part of its overall goal to raise awareness and funds for local charities and nonprofits, EverydayFamily. com will be donating $1 from each registration to area organizations such as the St. Petersburg yMCA and All Children’s Hospital. About 7,500 participants are expected. Start times are 9 a.m. for runners and 9:20 a.m. for parents with jogging strollers. Everyone is welcome to participate but children older than 6 must be registered to participate in the 5k. Registration is $45 for individuals, $75 for family (two adults and two kids) and $15 for unlimited rides at the W3 Fest only. Registration for the 5k includes admission to festival. Nicknamed W3, the event offers guests a vendor village that includes live music, food, prizes, an obstacle course for ages 12 and older and a Kid zone featuring climbing walls and quad bungee. Race coordinators continue to seek support from local volunteers interested in helping with prerace packet pick-up, on-course assistance (watching obstacles, chip timing, water stations, parking, check in) and post-race cleanup. Go to www.walkwaddlewheel.com for more information or to register as a participant.

Annual Spring Cookout Returns to Nature Park Enjoy this annual springtime tradition as Bonner Nature Park in Largo hosts its annual Family Cookout and Campout, which starts at 6 p.m. May 10 and runs through 8 a.m. May 11. All ages are welcome but children must be accompanied by an adult. The park, often called Largo’s best-kept secret, is known for its diverse migratory bird population. This year’s event promises to offer attendees a chance to experience evening hikes and the roasting of marshmallows and telling of spooky stories. Families should pack their own tents and camping gear and arrive early to set up to avoid the mosquitoes and catch some daylight. Dinner and breakfast are provided. Cost: $10 per person (children 2 and younger free). Visit www. largonature.com or call 727-5183047 to reserve a spot.

dates: May 3 & 10, dusk Movies in the Park Grab a blanket and head out to Largo Central Park for a movie. Kids can take part in themed activities at 7 p.m., with movie to follow. Onsite parking and concessions available. May films include Wreck It Ralph (May 3) and Mirror Mirror (May 10). www.largoevents.com May 4, 11 a.m. Three Little Pigs Watch this classic tale with the whole family as a team of three combine individual strengths in this production at Largo Cultural Center. Tickets: $7.50 adults and $6.50 children. Family fourpack is also available for $22. www.largoarts. com May 4, 7-10 p.m. Madstyle Party Attend this Mad Men-inspired dance party at the St. Petersburg Pier with live music, hors d’oeuvres and 60s-style cocktails. Guests should dress dapper for this event benefitting Creative Care’s arts program at All Children’s Hospital. Tickets: $100. www.creativeclay.org/shop/ creative-care-mad-men-ticket May 17, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. FireTruck Pull Bring along the kids for this free event at England Brothers Park in Pinellas Park. Form a team for $100 and work together to pull a firetruck with proceeds to benefit the Be the Match Foundation. Event offers games, facepainting, photos and food for purchase. www. bethematchfoundation.org/goto/firetruck May 18, 6-10 p.m. Gulfport Art Walk Browse the work of local artists and crafters and meet with antique dealers and artists as you stroll along Beach Boulevard in downtown Gulfport. Listen to live music and sample area cuisine, too. www.mygulfport.us May 24-31, various times Pier Celebration and Ultimate Memorial Day Savor the history and memories of the St. Petersburg Pier as part of this weeklong celebration, which kicks off Friday with a spring/ summer salsa and includes a special Memorial Day celebration on Monday. www.stpetepier. com

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Skydiving Competition Brings Thrillseekers Set for May 8-10, this year’s event features more than 50 of the country’s top skydivers. Competitors will be battling for coveted spots on the U.S. Parachute Team, which competes internationally. The public is invited to view the championship. Admission is free.

dates: May 3-5, various times Beauty and the Beast Jr. Check out the spring production of the Disney classic in one of four shows at Pasco Middle School in Dade City. Shows: 7 p.m. Friday, 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets: $15 adults and $7 students. www.artsinmotionpasco. com

Each year, the USPA conducts its National Skydiving Championships to recognize national champions in seven skydiving competition disciplines. in addition, the USPA hosts the National Collegiate Parachuting Championships annually for the collegiate skydiving community. From the results of the National Championships, excluding collegiates, U.S. teams are chosen from the top competitors in each open class to represent the U.S. at international skydiving meets. The USPA is a nonprofit, individual membership organization dedicated to promoting the safe enjoyment of skydiving. USPA partners with its affiliated schools, clubs and centers (drop zones) to provide properly trained and rated instructors using recognized training programs and following the skydiving community’s basic standards of safety. The organization boasts a membership of more than 34,000. These members, along with first-time jump students, make nearly 3 million jumps per year at more than 220 USPA-affiliated drop zones nationwide. For more information about this year’s event, visit www.skydivecity.com or call 813-783-9399.

Taste of Pasco to Feature Food, Kids’ Zone Bay area residents are invited to enjoy this year’s Taste of Pasco, set for 4-7 p.m. May 11 at the Rotary Pavilion at the Concourse, 15323 State Road 52, Land O’ Lakes, and hosted by The Leadership Pasco Class of 2013. This year’s event will feature food and beverage tastings from local restaurants, a DJ, K-9 demonstration and silent auction. The afternoon also offers a Kids’ zone Midway, which features rides, bounce houses, a petting zoo, face painting and balloons.

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Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Kids 12 and younger are free. Leadership Pasco Alumni in good standing may attend the event at no charge. There is a $2.37 convenience fee to purchase tickets online. The fee is to offset expenses to maximize the charitable return.

May 5, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Tom McCormick Poker Run Open to all bikes, cars and trucks, this annual benefit starts at Meadow Oaks Golf and Country Club in Hudson. Day includes classic car show and scavenger hunt. Registration: $10. Proceeds benefit Sertoma Speech and Hearing Foundation of Florida. www.tommccormickmemorialfund. com May 11, 2-3:30 p.m. Kids Crafts – Mother’s Day Bring the kids for a fun afternoon at this monthly crafts activity at the Land O’ Lakes Public Library. This month, elementary-aged kids can create their own Mother’s Day crafts and take in a story. For more info, call 813-929-1214. May 17-18, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Raise the Roof Sign up for this Habitat for Humanity event at The Shops at Wiregrass. Volunteers must be at least 16 and must preregister. Tools, lunch, water and Gatorade, a T-shirt and a goodie bag provided. Small donation required to cover costs. Call 352-567-1444. May 18, 9 a.m. Hummingbird Festival See hummingbird and butterfly gardens during this annual festival hosted by Pioneer Florida Museum in Dade City. Check out crafts demonstrations and enjoy local food, music and native plant life. www.pioneerfloridamuseum. org May 18, noon – 7 p.m. Athenian Academy Golf Outing Hit the links at Seven Springs Golf and Country Club in New Port Richey. Day includes lunch, a fun round of golf and dinner. Fee: $75 per golfer (include greens fees, cart rental, goodie bag and boxed lunch and dinner). All proceeds benefit Athenian Academy Charter School. www. westpasco.com

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Summer Splash - With more than 60 summer camps in attendance, thousands of moms and families came eager to get inspired for the upcoming summer. Left, Alexa Lowery, Natalie Cottrill, Hannah Anton, Jon Ciro DiPietra, Gillian Dittmer, Joshua Nelson and Emma Hurlburt from the Patel Conservatoryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s production of The Music Man Jr. Right, Colter, Camden and Cohen.

Summer Splash - Left, Emma Vazquez and Linda Boyington of J. Joseph Salon & Spa. Center, Aynna Compos and Nevaeh Bell with King Julien. Right, Tampa Bay Parenting Social Moms Laurie Winkles, Rachel Long and Lisa-Marie Leihy with Founder and Editorial Director Angela Ardolino.

Seedlings Baby Shower - New and expectant moms flocked to Seedlings Retail in South Tampa for the annual event that featured samples, presentations and over $8,000 of giveaways. Left, Melissa Foster and Jennifer Johnson. Right, Ashley Flippin, Jana Radtke, Christy Blackard and Renata DiPaola of Primrose Schools.

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Gasparilla International Film Festival - The eight annual festival brought in international stars to celebrate film and the bay area community. Left, GIFF Board President Joe Restaino, actor Thomas Jane and GIFF Board Vice President Rachel M. Feinman. Right, Writer/ director Ante Novakovic and actor Colin Farrell.

Rotary Club of Wesley Chapel Spelling Bee - Costumed teams of four competed and helped to raise money for the Pasco Education Foundation, which supports reading programs for Pasco County youth. Left, Carla Holness, Jalyn Rivera and Jeanine and David McLeod of Cloud 9 Studios. Right, Spelling bee judges Hutch Brock of Brock Law, Founder and Editorial Director Angela Ardolino and Mike Reeves of 1450 AM.

Walk in Their Shoes - Hirsh Kabaria, Reece Kaplan, Zoey Flansburg, Shelton Quarles, Jon Church, Kacey Akins, Avery Hilbig, Omar Ayoubi, Rich Barnes, Annie Frankel, Chiara Vestrini, Madison Bissett, Taylor Allison, Mia Scaglione, Corinne Messina, Ryan Ebensberger and Jon Barbara.

15 Minutes For Your Health - Over 200 people headed to Florida Hospital for free health screenings that included cholesterol, blood sugar and blood pressure. Director of Volunteer Services Tammy Wynn, Jim Cooper, Charlotte Encinares, Vivian Fessenden, Esther Gray, Emilce Montoya and Janet Tedrow.

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Charm Bracelet Workshop May 4, 10 a.m. – noon Make a special gift for mom as part of this workshop at the Henry B. Plant Museum. Choose from an assortment of crystal and pearl beads and charms. Price includes bracelet and refreshments. Adults must accompany children. Cost: $20 members and $30 nonmembers. www. plantmuseum.com 4 & Older Mother and Daughter Health Luncheon May 10, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Enjoy a health italian-inspired lunch with the favorite ladies in your life as part of this special event full of humor and straightforward health advice with doctor/author Dr. Carm at the Rusty Pelican in Rocky Point. Tickets are $49 individual and $85 per pair of tickets.http:// motherdaughtercelebrationofhealth.eventbrite. com. Moms Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo May 11-12, 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Bring mom for a fun day. Moms get in free with purchase of child or adult ticket. www. lowryparkzoo.com Everyone Glazer Children’s Museum May 12, 1-6 p.m. Moms relax and let dad play with the kids in the museum while Mom relaxes in a special moms-only lounge featuring massage chairs and mocktinis courtesy of Brookstone. www.glazermuseum.org. Everyone Brunch at Maestro’s May 12, 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. There are two seating available for this special brunch at Maestro’s Restaurant at the Straz Center in downtown Tampa. Cost (not including tax and gratuity): $34.95 adults and $16.95 ages 4-11. For reservations, call 813-229-7827. www. strazcenter.org. Everyone Safari Lunch — Busch Gardens May 12, 12:30 p.m. This unique safari dining experience is part of the Sesame Street Safari of Fun attraction. Enjoy a buffet lunch with Elmo and his friends and a character meet and greet. Park admission not included. Cost: $22 adults and $15 kids. www. buschgardens.com Everyone A Mother’s Day Treat May 12, 2 - 4 p.m. Get into the swing at Carrollwood Cultural Center this Mother’s Day. Treat mom to the sounds of Sounds of Swing on her special day. it’s guarantee to get her toes tappin’! Ticket

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events and festivals DinoNites — Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo May 3-4, 10-11, 24-25, 6:30-9:30 p.m. See DinoQuest 2 under the stars as part of this evening series held on select evenings. Explore the zoo and go on rides after dark. Tickets: $9.95 (free for kids age 2 and younger and annual zoo pass holders). www.lowryparkzoo. com Everyone Normandy and Beyond May 3, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Learn about the Normandy invasion as part of Fantasy of Flight’s running exhibition, Legends and Legacies. included with admission; free for annual pass holders. www.fantasyofflight.com Everyone Every Child Needs a Place to Call Home May 3, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Show your support for bay area foster children during this annual benefit luncheon for A Kid’s Place of Tampa at T. Pepin’s Hospitality Centre in Tampa. Tickets: $50 each. www.kidscharitytb. org Moms & Dads Day of Discovery May 4, 8-9:30 a.m. Children with sensory disabilities are invited to experience the Florida Aquarium in a way designed just for them. Special activities and animal interactions are planned. Admission is $5 advance and $8 at the door. Guests may remain in the aquarium after event. Call 813273-4000, Ext. 4255. Everyone

Purina ProPlan Incredible Dog Challenge May 4, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Watch athletic dogs from across the U.S. compete in Olympic-style competitions as part of this annual event at Spa Beach Park in St. Petersburg. Dogs tackle high-flying disc routines, weave pole racing and agility courses. Event is free and, of course, pet-friendly. www. proplan.com/community/incredible-dogchallenge Everyone

Junior Master Model Builder Competition May 4-5, various times Build a model following the designated theme at Legoland Florida in Winter Haven. This month’s theme is yoda Chronicles. Winners will receive special prize and an invitation to participate in the year-end Ultimate Build Off. www. legolandflorida.com 5 & Older New Beginnings Fertility Conference Tampa Bay 2013 May 4, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Learn the latest on infertility treatments and iVF advancements at this annual seminar hosted by The Reproductive Medicine Group at Hilton Tampa Westshore. Day features health and wellness fair, complimentary lunch and drawings. Register by April 29. www. tampafertilityconference.com Moms & Dads Well Aware Week May 6-10, various times Bright Horizons Family Solutions will introduce children to living a healthy lifestyle through outdoor yoga sessions, nurtritious eating and gardening. Contact your local center for more information. www.brighthorizons.com 3 - 7 Art of Giving May 9, 5-9 p.m. Enjoy a night of fun, fashion and bidding as part of this annual United Way Suncoast fundraiser hosted by celebrity couple Bill and Giuliana Rancic at the A La Carte Pavilion in Tampa. Night features fashion displays, cigar rolling and specialty drinks. Tickets: $125. www. unitedwaysuncoast.org/artofgiving Moms & Dads Star Power Fashion Show May 10, 10:30 a.m. Join The Children’s Home’s Pinellas Auxiliary for a fashion extravaganza at the Renaissance Vinoy in St. Petersburg. Event features local celebs wearing designs by Georgette’s Boutique & Shoe Salon. Enjoy food and entertainment and bid on auction items. Tickets start at $75. Call 727-5151212. Moms Calendar for a Cause May 15, 7-10 p.m. This lavish gala at the Tampa yacht Club includes cocktails, dancing and live music. Event benefits the Children’s Cancer Center. Guests will get a behind the scenes look and final unveil of a special calendar honoring the children. Online tickets: $60 individuals and $100 couples. www. calendarforacause.blogspot.com Moms & Dads The Circus Is Coming to Town May 15, 22 and 29, 1-3 p.m.

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Discover Florida’s colorful circus history and the performers who help make it happen as part of this matinee class at the Tampa Bay History Center in cooperation with the Ringling Museum of Art’s Circus Museum. Admission: $30 for three sessions. www.tampabayhistorycenter.org 5 & Older Tampa Bay Boat Show May 17-19, various times Check out a grand showcase of boat dealers and manufacturers as well as the latest in boating and fishing supplies at the Florida State Fairgrounds. Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Free admission. www. tampabayboatshows.com Moms & Dads SWANS Women’s Conference May 18, 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Go to this free event designed to provide women an opportunity to reevaluate their physical, emotional and financial health. The conference at 701 Fourth St. S., St. Petersburg, features guest speakers, interactive activities and vendors. Continental breakfast and lunch provided. Call 727-767-6780. www.allkids.org Moms Craftology May 18, 8 p.m. – midnight Attend this inaugural adults-only fundraiser for the Glazer Children’s Museum. Learn about the science of craft beers and cocktails. Enjoy live music, hors d’oeuvres and craft drinks/ cocktails. Event benefits the museum’s Title 1 School Program, which provides handson opportunities to students at economically disadvantaged elementary schools. Tickets: $50. www.craftologytampa.com Moms & Dads Madagascar Live! Operation: Vacation Opens May 18 Sing, clap and dance along to Busch Gardens Tampa’s latest live show, opening this month at Stanleyville Theater. www.buschgardens.com Everyone Jack Hanna — Busch Gardens May 18-19, various times Join the internationally-known animal expert as he brings his animal knowledge and travel tales to the Tampa park. Hanna will lead wild animal shows and take part in autograph signings, both days at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. in Gwazi Park. included with day’s paid admission, annual pass or 2013 Fun Card. www.buschgardens.com Everyone Red, White and Craft Brews May 18, 5-9 p.m. Sample more than 75 craft and specialty beers from across the country and complimentary

food as part of this second annual event at the Armed Forces History Museum in St. Petersburg. Tickets: $25. First 300 guests also receive free souvenir beer tasting cup. www. armedforcemuseum.com Moms & Dads

downtown Tampa, see work from the acclaimed photographer who captured some of the most interesting marvels and peculiarities of urban America in the 20th century. www.fmopa.org Everyone

$6 Day — Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo May 19, 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Visit your favorite animals and learn about endangered wildlife while enjoying special discounted admission of $6 courtesy of WalMart. Due to discount, rides are not included with admission. www.lowryparkzoo.com Everyone

Art on 19th St. May 4, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Meet local artists and browse contemporary crafts and jewelry at Singing Stone Gallery in ybor City. Admission is free. www.singingstoneonline. com Everyone

Spotlight Awards May 23, 6:30 p.m. Mark your calendars for this third annual event at the Straz Center to include special performances by Patel Conservatory students, dinner, dancing and opportunity to show support for the Conservatory. Tickets are $20 through May 16 and $25 after; students with ID at box office, $10. www.patelconservatory.org Moms & Dads Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin May 24, various times Explore the park’s newest attraction and take an exhilarating family ride and experience firsthand a massive penguin colony. included with general park admission. www.seaworldorlando.com Everyone Military Appreciation at Lowry Park Zoo May 27, 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Active or retired military personnel will receive free admission with a Department of Defense photo iD. Up to three direct dependents accompanying the adult are entitled to offer as well. www.lowryparkzoo.com Everyone Carnival Day — Glazer Children’s Museum May 27, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Spend Memorial Day playing classic carnival games and enjoying the museum’s 170 interactive exhibits and activities. included with regular admission. www.glazermuseum.org Everyone IKEA Tampa Kids’ Academy May 27, various times Kids can commemorate Memorial Day by making a flag. Kids’ Academy includes a free meal and a free iKEA Tampa Kids’ Academy T-shirt for ages 12 and younger. Academy is at 11 a.m., noon and 6 and 7 p.m. www.ikea-usa. com/Tampa 4-12

film Iron Man 3 Opens May 3 Catch Robert Downey Jr.’s return to the big screen as Tony Stark in this latest installment of the Marvel superhero franchise. Also stars Guy Pearce, Don Cheadle and Gwyneth Paltrow. Running time: 109 minutes. Rated PG-13. 12 & Older Tampa Theatre Family Favorites May 5, 12 and 19, 2 p.m. Enjoy a classic family film with the kids at the downtown Tampa theater. This month: The Muppet Movie (May 5), Neverending Story (May 12) and E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (May 19). Tickets: $9 adults and $7 for kids 12 and younger. www.tampatheatre.org 5 & Older Star Trek Into Darkness Opens May 17 Revisit the U.S.S. Enterprise as its crew engage works to locate a deadly villain in this sequel. Starring Chris Pine, zachary Quinto and zoe Saldana. Running time: 129 minutes. 12 & Older Epic Opens May 24 Meet a teenager who finds herself in a deep, dark forest where a war between good and evil is being waged. Film features the voices of Amanda Seyfried, Beyonce Knowles, Colin Farrell and Josh Hutcherson. Running time: 85 minutes. 7 & Older

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Great White Shark Opens May 25 Explore the deep ocean waters that are home to the fierce great white shark in this latest IMAX 3D documentary, premiering locally at MOSi in Tampa. Get an up-close view of key shark population from New zealand to Mexico to South Africa. www.mosi.org 7 & Older

Vivian Maier: Out of the Shadows Through June 16 At the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts in

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games and enjoying the museum’s 170 interactive exhibits and activities. included with regular admission. www.glazermuseum.org Everyone

theater and dance War Horse April 30 – May 5, various times Watch this heartwarming tale of loyalty and friendship unfold as the Tony award-winning production comes to Carol Morsani Hall at Tampa’s Straz Center. Tickets start at $44.50. May 1 is Broadway Family Night. Get one free child’s ticket with purchase of one full-priced adult ticket. www.strazcenter.com 10 & Older

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Totally Electric May 16-26, various times Relive the 1980s in this laugh out loud story that begins at a high school reunion and flashes back to a group of friends determined to leave their unique mark on their school. Tickets start at $28.50. Shows are 7 p.m. Thursday through Sunday in Jaeb Theater at the Straz Center. www. strazcenter.com Moms & Dads Green Day’s American Idiot May 17-19, various times Follow three lifelong friends forced to choose between their dreams and the safety of suburbia in this smash musical straight from Broadway to Carol Morsani Hall at the Straz Center. Contain adult content and strong language. Tickets start at $44.50. www.strazcenter.com 14 & Older Next Generation Ballet’s Cinderella May 19, 1 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. Prepare to be mesmerized as the Patel Conservatory presents nearly 200 talented dancers for this magical production at Ferguson Hall in the Straz Center. Tickets start at $15. www.strazcenter.org 5 & Older

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Through May 26, various times Spend a night at the theater when this hilarious production, where adults and kids turn the tables and switch roles, hits the stage at Demen’s Landing Park in St. Petersburg. Tickets: $13-$35. www.americanstage.org 8 & Older Aesop’s Dinosaur Fable May 1, 10:30 a.m. Head to Tampa Theatre to see this unique presentation from Bits ’N Pieces Puppet Theatre, complete with giant glow-in-the-dark puppets. Tickets: $5. www.tampatheatre.org 4 & Older Of Mice and Men May 2-19, various times Lose yourself in an extraordinary tale of love, loyalty and hope as this timeless John Steinbeck classic plays at Stageworks Theatre. Tickets: $35 opening night, $26 other nights and $22 seniors. www.stageworkstheatre.org Moms & Dads Disney on Ice Presents Rockin’ Ever After May 16-19, various times Rock out with your favorite Disney characters as they take to the ice for a sensational live production at the Tampa Bay Times Forum. Tickets start at $16. www.tampabaytimesforum. com. 3 & Older

A World of Wonderful Tales May 19, 2-3:30 p.m. Folktales and songs from around the world are creatively presented in this multi-cultural performance at Carrollwood Cultural Center. A mischievous leprechaun and a lively woodland fairy are the guides on this fun-filled and educational journey. www.carrollwoodcenter.org 5- 11 Project: Shattered Silence May 30-31, 7:30 p.m. Experience a teen’s life as they share stories and discuss suicide, sexuality and eating disorders in this special theatrical project at Murray Studio Theater at Ruth Eckerd Hall. Tickets are $15. www.rutheckerdhall.com 12 & Older

music and comedy A Classic Pops Hit Parade May 3, 8 p.m. Under the direction of conductor Steven Reineke, The Florida Orchestra presents a sizzling celebration of the great American symphonic pops with favorites like Ravel’s Bolero and Tchaikovsky’s 1812. Tickets start at $17.50. www.strazcenter.org Everyone Friday Extra Concert Series May 3, 10, 17 and 27, 7 p.m. Start the weekend off right with a free concert showcasing local musical talent at Lowry Park in Tampa. This month, catch Acme Jazz Garage

(May 3), Karmic Tattoo (May 10), Rebekah Pulley (May 17) and Sting Police (May 24). Bring a blanket, low-back lawn chair, cooler and your leashed dog. Alcoholic beverages and glass bottles and containers are prohibited. Concessions will be available for purchase. Free admission. 7 & Older Funshine Music Festival May 3-5, various times Prepare for all-day rocking as this music festival debuts at Live Nation Amphitheatre at the Florida State Fairgrounds, bringing 30 bands to six stages. On Friday, catch Train, Smashing Pumpkins and Cheap Trick. Saturday, see REO Speedwagon and Styx. On Sunday, experience The Wallflowers and Kix Brooks. www. livenation.com Moms & Dads Building for America’s Bravest May 10, 7 p.m. Come out as Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band perform at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park in downtown Tampa. Gates open at 6 p.m. Proceeds benefit the construction of a Smart Home for an injured veteran. www.garysinisefoundation. org Everyone Tim McGraw May 11, 7 p.m. Swoon for the country crooner as he brings his Two Lanes of Freedom Tour to the Live Nation Amphitheatre at the Florida State Fairgrounds. McGraw will also be joined by Brantley Gilbert and Love and Theft. Tickets: $42.50-$84.70. www.livenation.com Everyone Inside Amy Schumer Live Tour May 11, 8 p.m. Laugh out loud with one of the hottest stars in comedy as she brings her blend of girl-next-door appearance and edgy humor to the Ferguson Hall stage at the Straz Center. Mature audiences only. Tickets start at $32.50. www.strazcenter. com Moms, Date Night SINGsation May 17, 7-11 p.m. Calling all music theater lovers. This fundraiser for Eight O’Clock Theatre will encourage attendees to get up on stage and perform their favorite songs from Broadway shows. Cash bar and food available for purchase. Tickets are $16.50. www.largoarts.com Date Night

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