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Pasco County Schools expects 2018 to be a busy year for planning, designing, renovating expanding and building new school projects. Among the largest renovation projects are Land O ‘Lakes High School in Land O’ Lakes and Woodlands Elementary School in Zephyrhills. John Petrashek, director of construction services for Pasco County Schools, said he expected the first phase of a massive remodeling job at Land O’ Lakes High to be finished in time for teachers to move into the renovated spaces during the holiday break. “There’s going to be reshuffling of teach-

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The project is adding eight new classrooms, remodeling restrooms, adding a new cafeteria and stage, and providing a covered corridor leading to the cafeteria from the main building. “That’s going be so nice for that campus,” Petrashek said.“That’s bringing some tremendous improvement there. Woodland now has more than 900 students, with many housed in portable classrooms. Once the expansion is complete, the portables can be moved to other locations that are overcrowded, and the Woodland students will be able to move into permanent classrooms. The new cafeteria will have a stage and See SCHOOLS, page 11A

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When Chelsea Caso recently went to watch “The Greatest Showman” at Cobb Grove 16 in Wesley Chapel, she wasn’t going to watch just any movie. She was going to watch a movie that she is in. And, the young woman who grew up in Lutz, didn’t go to the viewing alone. She joined 115 of her favorite people for a private screening. Her family was there. Her neighbors were there. Dancing friends she’d made through the years were there. Former teachers were there. People from every part of her life were there — to share a moment with her that had been about 18 years in the making. “We’re just bursting with pride,” her mother, Kim Caso said, adding that having a private screening with family and friends had been part of the plan ever since Chelsea landed the role. Chelsea, who has been dancing since she was 2, is Dancer Oddity No. 5 in the film. “I’m the tattoo lady,” she said. It’s a nonspeaking role, but offered Chelsea the chance to dance — the thing that she loves best. During the audition, she recalls thinking: “This is exactly what I want to do.” The movie, which stars Hugh Jackman and Zac Efron, has already been nominated for a Golden Globe for best motion picture, musical or comedy. Hugh Jackman also has been nominated for best performance by an actor in that category. Chelsea is still trying to take it all in. “I don’t have words yet. I really don’t. It’s just so much to process,” she said, before joining her friends and family for the private screening. “I took my grandma and my mom and my godparents this morning, and they were all crying,” Chelsea said. “I was sitting there thinking, all of the hard work, all of the hours and all of the work that she’s put in — it makes it all worthwhile,” said Eileen Hoffman, of Lutz, who is Chelsea’s grandma. “I am so thankful that she is part of something that is so amazing. To be in a movie of this caliber, with the actors that

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Chelsea Caso and her mom, Kim, stand in front of a poster for ‘The Greatest Showman.’ Chelsea, who grew up in Lutz, has a dancing role in the film. Chelsea began dancing when she was 2 and her mom, who has a dance studio in Lutz, began dancing when she was 4.

are in it — the music, the choreography, the songs — all, wonderful,” Hoffman said. “It’s the most amazing feel-good movie that I’ve seen in a very long time.”

LOCAL GIRL MAKES GOOD Chelsea attended Lutz Elementary, Martinez Middle School, and Steinbrenner High School for one year before transferring to Blake High School in Tampa, which has a performing arts magnet program. “When she was at Blake High School, we took her every morning and picked her up every day. From Lutz, that’s a little ride,” Hoffman said. Chelsea also studied dance at Karl & DiMarco in Tampa, where her mom worked before starting Next Step Dance Studio in Lutz. Kim said Chelsea has “worked so incredibly hard, sacrificed a lot, and just has done so very, very well.” Chelsea was just 9 when her mom began

taking her to New York for dance classes. And, when Chelsea was 14, she auditioned for The Ailey School Summer Intensive Program and was accepted. “We stayed up there for six weeks with her every summer,” Kim said.“I was up there for two weeks. Her dad (Andy) was up there for two weeks, and my mom (Eileen Hoffman) was up there for two weeks. We did shifts,” Kim said, noting she also has a son, Carson, who is now 15 and attends Wharton High School. After graduating from Blake, Chelsea moved to New York intending to pursue classical dance. But, she changed her mind and decided to explore commercial dance, which includes such things as television commercials, music videos and movies. Chelsea attended Broadway Dance Center, where she took a program introducing her to the commercial dance world and See SHOWMAN, page 11A

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Dispute involves Epperson and Mirada value for Mirada approved for Connected City school site

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Developers of Epperson and Mirada – the first Connected City communities – recently rezoned their master-planned communities. Pasco County commissioners approved the changes, which consolidated prior approvals under the umbrella of the state-approved Connected City corridor. The corridor covers about 7,800 acres in northeast Pasco County. Its borders are Interstate 75, State Road 52, and Curley and Overpass roads. Construction is underway at both developments. Epperson will soon be the first North American community to open a Crystal Lagoon. The 7.5-acre lagoon, with its crystal blue waters, is a featured amenity offering pristine views, kayaking, swimming, paddle-boarding, cabanas and sandy beaches. Mirada, with a total of about 1,800 acres, is expected to feature its own 10-acre lagoon.

At build-out, Mirada is expected to have the following:

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• More than 4,000 single-family houses • About 1,500 age-restricted single-family houses • About 900 apartments • About 421,000 square feet of retail • Nearly 288,000 square feet of office/medical/hospital/university • About 200 hotel rooms

Developers for master-planned communities Epperson and Mirada won unanimous approval for updates on their projects in the Connected City. But, the vote by Pasco County commissioners on Dec. 12 left unresolved a dispute between Metro Development Group and Pasco County Schools over the value of a Mirada school site. Also unresolved is the timing for construction of the Mirada school, which will have students from kindergarten through eighth grade. Metro Development has agreed to donate a minimum of 44 acres in Mirada for the future school. However, school officials can opt for less acreage. Developers pledged about 11 acres in Epperson for an elementary school.

Epperson, with a total of more than 900 acres, is expected to have the following: • More than 1,600 single-family houses • About 125 age-restricted single-family houses • About 550 apartments • More than 290,000 square feet of retail • More than 577,000 square feet of office/medical/hospital/university • About 200 hotel rooms

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ne of the pleasures of getting older is that during the holidays, I no longer fret about finding the “perfect” gift for those I love, or worry about which relative I’m obligated to spend Christmas with, or stress about hosting holiday parties. This year, I celebrated Christmas with my daughter and Florida family over New Year’s, and will open presents in midJanuary with my son’s family in Kentucky. With family celebrations delayed a bit, I had time over Christmas to reflect on 2017 and to think about the many things I am excited about in the new year. Since many of my achievements and aspirations involve this newspaper, I thought I’d share some of my thoughts with you.

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The Laker/Lutz News continued to grow in circulation, content and advertising revenue in 2017. Not too many years ago, many people believed print was dead — especially newspapers. But, that certainly is not the case here at The Laker/Lutz News, as we continue to buck the downward trends reported by most daily newspapers. This past year, we added more than 1,000 papers to our home delivery routes, bringing our weekly circulation up to 45,322. We continue to add circulation, so we can deliver to new households going up in Lutz, Land O’ Lakes and Wesley Chapel. New residents are keenly interested in their new community, and like you, look to us to keep them informed about their neighbors, things to do, government, schools, local sports, business openings, roads and growth issues. Our newsroom expanded this past year with the addition of freelance photographers Randy Underhill and Christine Holtzman. They join longtime photographers Richard Riley and Fred Bellet as regular contributors to our papers. Madonna Jervis Wise, a historian living in Zephyrhills, also began writing occasional columns for us, joining Doug Sanders, another local historian. Other regular contributors are Betsy Crisp, who writes our What’s Cookin’ column and Nicole Pinson and Whitney C. Elmore, who write about gardening topics for Nature Notes. I’m proud of our editorial team that received a total of 15 awards from the Florida Press Association and Community Papers of Florida. This work has been accomplished by Editor B.C. Manion, staff writers Kevin Weiss and Kathy Steele, and editorial assistant Mary Rathman, as well as freelance contributors. Matthew Mistretta and Stefanie Burlingame have used their skills to present a well-designed newspaper, with outstand-

ing content, to our readers every week. We also earned many awards on the advertising side of our business, including Best of Show at the Awards for Excellence ceremony sponsored by Community Papers of Florida.This prestigious award recognized “Fun on 41 – Discover the Wonders,” a fullpage ad that uses a hand-drawn map to illustrate shopping destinations and restaurants along U.S. 41 in Land O’ Lakes. To stay on top of the many new businesses opening in our area, we added new sales staff in 2017 — Cheryl Michel in Land O’ Lakes and Anne Kibbe in East Pasco.Anne performed so well in Dade City and Zephyrhills that she was recently promoted to sales manager, and works closely with Cheryl and Rachel Thompson, our passionate classified sales person. This sales team joins Terri Williamson, our longtime senior account manager who works with businesses in Wesley Chapel and Lutz. Terri played a key role in the launch of our monthly section,There’s No Place Like Home, that’s written for folks looking to buy a new home in Pasco and north Hillsborough.Terri’s involvement with the Tampa Bay Builders Association has been instrumental in this section’s success, and is a tribute to her commitment and hard work. Backing up Terri is team member Carolyn Bennett, whose superb organizational skills keep Terri moving forward.And, backing me up is Accounting Manager Mary Eberhard, whose financial oversight of our company keeps our cash flow maximized and my stress level minimized.

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The Crystal Lagoon will be the centerpiece featured at the master-planned community of Epperson. The lagoon, which opens in spring 2018, holds 16 million gallons of crystal blue water. Signage at an overlook tells the story of Connected City, the surrounding community of Epperson and the Crystal Lagoon.

Crystal Lagoon ‘clear blue’ star at Epperson The Crystal Lagoon at Epperson will have its grand debut in spring 2018, with Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps headlining the festivities. Phelps is the global ambassador for Crystal Lagoon Inc., which built its first lagoon in Chile in 2006. The massive swimming pool, with a patented technology to keep its waters crystal clear, was the brainchild of biochemist and real estate developer Fernando Fischmann. At Epperson, the 7.5-acre lagoon began filling up with approximately 16 million gallons of water, purchased from Pasco County. With that task completed as of Dec. 26,

Epperson, and Metro Development Group, soon will have the distinction of hosting its spring grand opening for the first Crystal Lagoon in North America. A walkway overlooking the lagoon offers sweeping vistas of the blue waters, landscaping and ongoing construction at Epperson. Signage at an overlook tells the story of Connected City, the surrounding community of Epperson and the Crystal Lagoon. About 70 homes are occupied at Epperson, according to Greg Singleton, president of Metro Development Group. More homes are under construction, and additional lots are being prepared for even more homes. When completed, the lagoon will be the featured centerpiece of the community.

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There will be swimming, kayaking and paddle-boarding activities. Even, small sailboats will skim over the surface. Residents and guests can hang out at Caribbean-style beaches and cabanas, slip down a waterslide, enjoy an entertainment plaza, join a yoga class or gather for special events. Epperson may be the first — but four more Crystal Lagoons are on their way to Florida. Metro Development will break ground in spring on a second lagoon at its Southshore Bay community in Hillsborough County. Another Crystal Lagoon also is planned for Mirada, a master-planned community next to Epperson. Both Epperson and Mirada are part of the Connected City corridor, which encom-

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CARROLLWOOD TOASTMASTERS

The Carrollwood Toastmasters will meet Jan. 3 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at the Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave., in Carrollwood, for anyone who wants to improve their public speaking skills. For information, visit Carrollwood.toastmastersclubs.org.

HISTORY LECTURE

The Historic Hernando Preservation Society will present “The Ridge Manor Area:Then & Now” Jan. 4 at 6:30 p.m., at Brooksville City Hall, 201 Howell Ave.The lecture will cover how the Fort King Military Road affected early and later settlements, For information, visit HistoricHernandoPreservationSociety.org.

TRIVIA GAMES

The Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, will host National Trivia Day games Jan. 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., for the whole family. Prizes will be awarded. For information, call (352) 5673576.

TECH TALK

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will offer “Tech Talk” Jan. 4 at 4 p.m., for a series of talks on technology, for ages 16 and older. For information, call (813) 929-1214.

GALLERY RECEPTION

The Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road in Tampa, will host a Gallery Opening & Artist Reception Jan. 5 at 5 p.m., to celebrate the artists of the student/faculty art show. Participants in the annual show have either taught or taken a class at the center during the last three years.The exhibit will be on display through January. Photographer Billy Joe Hoyle will open his exhibit “From Asia to North America.”Admission is free. For information, visit CarrollwoodCenter.org.

CHESS CLUB

Advisory board The New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Zephyrhills, will host its Teen Advisory Board Jan. 4 at 6 p.m., for grades six to 12. Students can get volunteer hours for scholarships and school clubs by attending the meetings. Members of the board help to plan and to run the teen library programs. For information, call (813) 788-6375.

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will host a Chess Club Jan. 9 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Each month, participants will learn the basics of the game and practice playing.All ages can play from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., and serious players from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. For information, call (813) 9291214.

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Laughter yoga The New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd., will offer Teen Laughter Yoga Jan. 8 at 7 p.m., for ages 11 to 17. The class combines unconditional laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama). Through eye contact and playfulness, participants will discover relaxation techniques. For information, call (813) 273-3652, or visit HCPLC.org.

Photography program The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will offer a teen photography program Jan. 8 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., for ages 13 to 18. Each month, participants can learn a new aspect of photography and create something. A proper dress code, signed liability waiver and registration are required. To register, call (813) 929-1214.

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at 3 p.m., to discuss “Alias Grace” by Margaret Atwood. For information, call (813) 780-0064.

COMMUNITY-WIDE SALE

The 55-and-older Ramblewoods Community, 3853 Gall Blvd., in Zephyrhills, will have a community-wide yard sale Jan. 6 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information, email jvrambleac@gmail.com.

THE MARKET PLACE

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will offer two sewing basics classes Jan. 6, for ages 9 and older.The first one is from 10 a.m. to noon, and then from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Participants can become familiar with the sewing machine and practice by stitching a small craft item.A signed liability waiver and registration are required. For information, call (813) 929-1214.

The Market Place at Hibiscus Park in Dade City will take place Jan. 6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.There will be fresh produce from St.Angela’s Farmers Market of San Antonio, specialty wine-tasting by Brookstone Wines of Brooksville, honey by Grandpa Stan’s All Natural of Brooksville, home décor, Carol Reeves’ garden accessories, goats from Homespun Goods, Jovita Treats’ jams and jellies, the Dade City Soap Company, alpaca products, essential oils, jewelry and more. Pets can attend, but owners must bring bags for cleanup. For information, contact Lucy Avila at (352) 424-4972 or lucyavila707@gmail.com.

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The Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road in Tampa, will present “True West” by Sam Shepard Jan. 5 and Jan. 6 at 8 p.m., and Jan. 7 at 4 p.m.The tale tells the story of a Hollywood screenwriter and his prodigal older brother.Tickets are $20. For information, visit CarrollwoodCenter.org.

HAVDALAH & HOLLYWOOD

Congregation Kol Ami, 3919 Moran Road in Tampa, will host Havdalah & Hollywood “The Musical” Jan. 6 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Havdalah under the stars (weather permitting) will take place at 7 p.m.Then, the feature presentations and snacks will be in the “theatre lobby.” For adults, the film will be “The Jazz Singer” starring Neil Diamond, and for the kids,“The Lion King.”Admission is free, but RSVP by Jan. 3 to sisterhood.kolami.tampa@gmail.com.

LEGO CLUB OPEN HOUSE

The New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Zephyrhills, will host a Lego Robotics Open House Jan. 6 from noon to 3 p.m., for anyone interested in joining the club to learn about Lego Mindstorms. For information, call (813) 788-6375.

Z BOOK CLUB

The Zephyrhills Public Library, 5347 Eighth St., will host the Z Book Club Jan. 6

The Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave., in Carrollwood, will host “Books & Bingo” Jan. 10 at 1 p.m. Bingo prizes will be free books. For information, call (813) 273-3652.

The Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, will offer a teen movie, for grades six to 12, Jan. 5 at 2 p.m. Call the library for more information at (352) 567-3576.

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will offer a snack and a movie Jan. 6 at 2 p.m., for kindergarten through fifth grade. For information, call (813) 9291214.

SEED PROPAGATION

The UF/IFAS Pasco County Extension Office will offer “Propagating from Seeds 101” Jan. 6 at 9 a.m., at Clayton Hall, Pasco County Fairgrounds, 36702 State Road 52 in Dade City. Participants can learn how to germinate seeds and raise the seedlings to plants. Admission is free. Registration is required. For information, call (352) 518-0156.

SOUND CEREMONY

Sun Yoga Tampa, 19026 Geraci Road in Lutz, will offer a Sound Ceremony Jan. 7 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Guests should wear comfortable clothing. No experience necessary. For information, call (813) 9551262, or email sunyogatampa@gmail.com.

READ, TALK, MAKE

The Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave., in Carrollwood, will host The Book to Art Club Jan. 7 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., for adults. Participants (limited to 20) can discuss the book “The Night Circus” and make an art project. Registration is required. For information, call (813) 273-3652.

The Lutz Branch Library, 101 W. Lutz Lake Fern Road, will present “Genealogy: RootsMagic Database” Jan. 8 at 12:15 p.m., for adults. Participants can learn about the genealogy software, RootsMagic, that makes researching, organizing and sharing family history easy.The guest speaker will be Kelly Whitelock of Tampa Bay Roots. For information, call (813) 273-3652, or visit HCPLC.org.

NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY

The Nature Coast Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society will meet Jan. 9 at 7 p.m., at Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park (formerly the Land O’ Lakes Community Center), 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. Barbara Walker, a Clearwater Audubon Society’s Wild Raptor Sanctuary volunteer, will present “Whoo? Owls!”There will be a discussion on ways to help owls survive in the wild, how to identify them by their calls and how they behave in the wild.The program also will allow for photo time with the owls (no flash allowed) and questions from the audience. Light refreshments will be served and there will be a native plant drawing. For information, call Sandy Vanno at (727) 207-1853.

TINKERING TUESDAY

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will offer Tinkering Tuesday, “Winter Wonderland,” Jan. 9 at 6:30 p.m., for kindergarten through fifth grade.This month, the activities and experiments will be snow-themed. For information, call (813) 929-1214.

UKULELE COURSE

The Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, will host a hands-on ukulele course, Level One, Jan. 9 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.This is the first in a series of three ukulele classes.To register, call (352) 567-3576.

FAMILY SCIENCE CIRCUS

The Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road in Tampa, will present “Franzini Family Science Circus” performances Jan. 9 through Jan. 12 at 10:30 a.m. Professor Franzini and Lippo the Clown will use circus props, juggling, magic and more to turn their circus show into a science lesson.Admission is $7 for members, $8 general admission, $28 for a family four-pack, and free for children ages 4 and younger.A ticket is still required for younger children. For information, call (813) 922-8167.

AUTHOR LECTURE

The Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road in Tampa, will host speaker and author Roslyn Franken Jan. 10 a6 6 p.m. Franken will present a program on her book,“Meant to Be:A True Story of Might, Miracles and Triumph of the Human Spirit,” the story of her parents as two young Jewish prisoners of war. There will be a book signing after the presentation.Admission is free.To RSVP, contact Aaron Washington at (813) 9228167 or aaron@carrollwoodcenter.org.

FINANCIAL PLANNING

The New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd., will offer a veterans and community education series on financial planning and budgeting Jan. 10 at 6:30 p.m., for adults.The guest speaker will be Kate Nguyen of Western & Southern Life. For information, call (813) 273-3652, or visit HCPLC.org.

ISRAEL PRESENTATIONS

Congregation Kol Ami, 3919 Moran Road in Tampa, will present a series of classes on “Israel:Yesterday,Today and Tomorrow.”The four January classes are Jan. 10 (Religion and its Role in the Nation’s Life), Jan. 17 (Political Perspective), Jan. 24 (The Israeli Army) and Jan. 31 (Israeli Economy).There also will be two presentations in February. For information, call (813) 962-6338, or email execdirector@kolami.org.

CASINO NIGHT

The Groves Social Club at the Groves Golf & Country Club, 7924 Melogold Circle in Land O’ Lakes, will host a Casino Night Jan. 20 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.There will be blackjack, Let it Ride, three-card poker, roulette and craps, with professional dealers and gaming tables. Doors open at 6:45 p.m.Tickets are $25 for members and $27 for non-members. A Casino Night menu will be available at 5 p.m., for an additional price.Ticket sales close Jan. 6. For information, contact Peggy Goodreau at (813) 4771730 or grovesocialclub@outlook.com.

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Life’s Treasures Thrift Stores, with locations in Carrollwood and Zephyrhills, needs volunteers and is looking for active retirees, empty-nesters, homemakers, college and high school students, full and part-time workers, as well as those in job or career transition. Schedules are flexible and no retail experience is required.Teens age 14 and older can earn community service hours for the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program. For all locations and information, contact Anne Ferrell at (813) 357-5321 or ferrella@chaptershealth.org.

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Grand Horizons hosts Christmas celebrations By Helene Rubenstein Grand Horizons

Twenty-seven Grand Horizon ladies attended the annual Lunch Bunch Christmas luncheon at The Cheesecake Factory in Brandon on Dec. 12. Since I was unable to attend, Joyce Bell said they all sat together at a large table, which made it nice to socialize. She also said that the menu had many choices, so it was fun making a decision on what to eat. There was a soup, salad and half-sandwich platter, and enchilada and burrito dishes. The portions were generous, but no one passed up desserts of cheesecake. Many took the dessert home. It definitely sounded like everyone had a good time and plenty to eat. There was a Christmas show on Dec. 14, featuring Johnny M,The Brooklyn Balladeer. The show was in the community center, and approximately 60 people attended. A separate area was provided for those who wanted to dance. Before the show began, Joyce Bell presented to Beth Ayers a check representing monies collected from the Grand Horizons community for Meals on Wheels. Beth re-

layed her thanks. Johnny M performed for two hours and sang many songs, including â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be Home for Christmas,â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Blue Christmasâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;White Christmas.â&#x20AC;? He did a fine rendition of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Let it Snowâ&#x20AC;? by Dean Martin, and people were swaying in their seats for â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jingle Bell Rock.â&#x20AC;? During the evening, he walked through the audience and sang to individuals. He performed some Elvis Presley tunes, such as â&#x20AC;&#x153;Devil in Disguiseâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Little Sister,â&#x20AC;? and he shook his hips at the appropriate times and did several antics. He also took several requests and tried to accommodate all. He closed the show with â&#x20AC;&#x153;Behind Closed Doors,â&#x20AC;? a Charlie Rich hit, and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Goodnight My Love.â&#x20AC;? Gary Wilcox hosted the event, which included many Christmas songs, some country songs and much more. The following day, there was an appetizer potluck, and 56 residents were there to enjoy it. This was hosted by Al and Sandy Lindke and their son, Greg, in appreciation to all who donated grocery store gift cards and food items to the First United Methodist Churchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Food Pantry.

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The Christmas spirit is alive and well in our community. Some of the beautiful decorations were at the homes of Ed Snow and his neighbor,Andy Pratt. There were 96 residents at a recent Thursday morning coffee hour who were surprised with some special seasonal music. Brenda Pickerall, along with her daughter, Maly, and Raquel Kight, members of Renovate Church, sang enthusiastically to

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Approximately 50 Grand Horizon residents, plus several friends, met at the community center on Dec. 3 to await a brand new bus that took us on a 5-hour bus ride to the port of Miami for a cruise on the Norwegian Getaway. The bus ride was long but passed quickly enough, with all the conversation going on. Some people spent the time reading, working crossword puzzles or doing other activities. Once we boarded the COURTESY OF MARTY AND HELENE RUBENSTEIN cruise ship, we had a mandatoTom and Laurie Carter ry life jacket demonstration. It was interesting and informative, and then we settled in, unpacked and ship, in between raindrops. We saw a movie called “Ghost in the then all 50 of us had a leisurely dinner. After dinner, we were treated to a wel- Shell,” a futuristic movie and since it was come aboard show, “The Million Dollar going nowhere, left before the end. We went to another movie, a 3-D one, Quartet,” and it had hits from Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl called “Wonder Woman.”This was somewhat better, as it did have a little story to it. Perkins. When evening approached, we saw a They were excellent. After this, in the same show, we viewed some game show called “55 to Stay Alive.”This was dancers in beautiful black and white cos- an action- packed show. There were many other shows on board, including “Deal or No tumes. This marked the end of the first day and Deal” and others, but we definitely needed the rest, so we turned in. we all turned in for a good night’s sleep. The following day, we arrived at Costa The following morning, there were several places to have breakfast, but we wanted to Maya, Mexico, and it was a dreary day in the sit and enjoy being served. So, on to “Savors,” morning hours and got a little bit better as for a relaxing breakfast, while sitting in our the day progressed. We went for another trivia game with the seats facing a huge window and beautiful same endings that we had previously. Before scenery. Later in the morning, we went to a pres- the trivia game, we tried out in a Sudoku entation where they carved vegetables Speed Challenge, and got nowhere fast. I did try out origami and created a frog. It and/or fruit. They created, in front of our eyes, penguins, turkeys, ducks and more. was fun and certainly was different. There also was Nintendo Wii Sports. I Each piece was more fascinating and detailed tried my hand at bowling and it was fun. No than the last. At the end of the show, all the finished exertion like 10-pin bowling. I was the pieces were displayed to people who wished guinea pig, as others followed after me. After a full morning of activities, we had to photograph them or just to admire the lunch with our friends. During lunch, anothgreat work. At lunch, we joined 20 of our neighbors er game show was going on and it was called to break bread and converse about the fun Tri Bond Trivia. This was different, as they would give you three words, and you would we’d had so far. From there, some of us went to a dia- figure out what they had in common. It was mond, gemstone and watch presentation so different and really made you think. After the game, we wanted to walk a lit(which was informative), while others went tle, but since it was still chilly outside, we to other activities. After that, we went to see a show that took a long walk from floor to floor. We joined the others for a game called had a singer and three others in the band. It was a terrific show with a bunch of oldies Scattergories. This was also a challenging thrown in. People were swaying in their game, as you had to “think,” and our team won. seats to the music. The following day, we docked at Cozumel In the same theater, we saw a “Newlywed, not so Newlywed” game show.The show was and some people went to do some explorso funny and shown on our TVs for the rest ing. With no crowd, we explored the boat and of the tour. The time has changed, and we get an found a library, card room, meeting rooms extra hour of sleep, and woke on the third and more that we didn’t know existed. Later in the day, we saw a video documenday in Roatan, Honduras and, once again, had a pleasant breakfast with 16 others and had a tary on Elvis Presley. We also had an arts and crafts course to fun time. Later in the day after browsing the ship make a flower box. We saw Latin line dances and some peoand meeting new people, we went to O’ Sheehan’s Irish Bar & Grill for a quick lunch ple (I give them credit) took lessons. It was loads of fun. with five others from Grand Horizons. 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Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point received an invitation to participate in the 2018 Donate Life Rose Parade Float Hospital CEO Rose Dedications. Only a select group of hospitals in the area have been asked to prepare a handwritten message honoring the patients and families who, with the support of hospital staff, have saved and healed lives through the gift of organ, eye and tissue donation.

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The Florida Department of Health in Pasco County, in conjunction with the public defender’s Mobile Medical Unit, will offer free rapid HIV and Hepatitis C testing at several locations throughout January. Results from the rapid tests will be available in 20 minutes. A calendar of times and locations for the free testing can be viewed online at Pasco.flhealth.gov. For information, call the Florida Department of Health at (727) 619-0260.

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The Maternity Suites at Oak Hill Hospital in Brooksville will offer these free upcoming pregnancy classes: • Jan. 5 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., “Healthy Pregnancy.” Participants can learn about fetal development, medical care, nutrition/exercise, discomforts/remedies, hazards/warning signs, and emotions. • Jan. 5 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.,

“Childbirth Preparation Refresher.”Topics will include planning and preparing for birth, stages and phases of labor, comfort measures and relaxation, medical procedures overview, and newborn appearances and procedures. • Jan. 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., “Childbirth Preparation.” Participants can get a pregnancy overview and learn about the stages and phases of labor, comfort measures and medical procedures. • Jan. 6 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., “Breast-feeding Beginnings.”Topics will include how breast-feeding works, latching and positioning, making enough milk, breast-feeding lifestyle, breast-feeding care, and pumping/storage/returning to work. For information on classes, call Taylor Theodore at (352) 585-2543. To register, call (844) 769-2229.

BREAST-FEEDING CLASS

St. Joseph’s Hospital-North, 4211 Van Dyke Road in Lutz, will offer a breast-feeding class Jan. 6 from 9 a.m. to noon, in Garden Classroom A. Expectant mothers and a support person can learn about latching and positioning, the benefits of immediate skinto-skin contact, newborn hunger signs, tips for returning to work, breast-feeding lifestyle, and when to call a health care provider or lactation consultant for help. The cost is $25. To register, call (813) 443-2046.

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St. Joseph’s Hospital-North, 4211 Van Dyke Road in Lutz, will host birth center tours and an orientation program for expectant mothers and families. All tours are at 1 p.m., on Jan. 7, Jan. 14, Jan. 21 and Jan. 28 in the hospital’s Labor & Delivery Unit. Admission is free.To register, call (813) 443-2046.

HEALTHY EATING

The Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave., in Carrollwood, will present “Cooking with Publix Aprons

Cooking School: Healthy Eating” Jan. 8 at 6:30 p.m. A chef will prepare a nutritious dish. Recipe cards will be given out. And, there will be a tasting. For information, call (813) 273-3652.

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Access Health Care Physicians, 5382 Spring Hill Drive in Spring Hill, will present a lecture on “Food Combinations/Swaps to Help Stabilize Blood Glucose” Jan. 8 at 1 p.m., for anyone who has been diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and family. Participants can bring recipes to share. Reservations are required. For information and to register, call (352) 200-2190.

Morton Plant North Bay Hospital, 6600 Madison St., in New Port Richey, will present a lecture on vein disease treatment advances Jan. 10 at 10 a.m. Dr. Brandt Jones, vascular surgeon, will discuss the latest advances in the treatment of common vein disease, including deep vein thrombosis (DVT), pulmonary embolism (PE), IVC thrombosis and venous insufficiency. There also will be a question-and-answer session. To preregister, call (727) 953-6877.

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Gulfside Hospice will offer two new bereavement support groups for individuals coping with the loss of a loved one. For residents in East Pasco, a group will meet at the Gulfside Center for Hospice Care, 5760 Dean Dairy Road in Zephyrhills, starting Jan. 9. The support group will meet weekly on Tuesdays, at 3 p.m.To attend, call Charlie Lowry at (813) 334-8962. For residents in West Pasco, the group will meet at Gulfside’s Bereavement & Community Outreach Center, 6224 Lafayette St., in New Port Richey, starting Jan. 11. The meetings will be weekly, on Thursdays, at 3 p.m. To attend, call Kelly Cavagnetto at (727) 845-5707. Both support groups are free and limited to up to 12 members to join the weekly sessions.

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Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel will offer a seminar on “Getting Down to the Bare Bones” Jan. 9 at 12:30 p.m., in the fourth-floor classroom. Dr. Christopher Baker, board-certified orthopedic surgeon, will answer questions about aching shoulders, hips and knees. The same seminar will also be offered Feb. 6 at 12:30 p.m.The guest speaker will be Dr. Seth Cooper.

Silver Sneakers Strength & Balance Classes take place every Wednesday at 9 a.m., and every Friday at 10:30 a.m., in The Groves Golf and Country Club Civic Center in Land O’ Lakes. The program is free for Silver Sneakers members and $5 for non-members, per session. These are low-impact classes for men and women designed to improve flexibility and balance, which can help prevent falls, broken hips and more. For more information, please contact Tom Marbell at (352) 409-2984 or Trainwithtomm@gmail.com.

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The Pasco County Chapter of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) offers two types of support group meetings each month, at Atonement Lutheran Church, 29617 State Road 54 in Wesley Chapel. • NAMI Family Support Group, for family and friends of those with mental illness, meets the first and third Tuesday of each month from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. • NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group, for those living with mental illness, meets the second and fourth Friday of each month from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. For information and other locations, call (727) 992-9653, or visit NAMIPasco.org.

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Countryside Montessori Charter School, 5852 Ehren Cut-Off in Land O’ Lakes, will host an open house for the 2018-2019 school year Jan. 18 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Prospective students, Grades one to eight, and families can tour the campus, and meet the teachers and staff. For information, call (813) 996-0991, or visit CMCSmontessori.com.

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• Summer Solovitch, of Dade City, Missouri Valley College, Marshall, Missouri Also, Gianna Basulto, of Land O’ Lakes, has been named to the President’s List at Andrew College in Cuthbert, Georgia.

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For the fifth consecutive year, Saint Leo University has earned recognition from Military Advanced Education & Transition as a leader in the nation for providing education to those who are serving or who have served in the armed forces. Saint Leo University was awarded the designation of a Top School in the 2018 Guide to Colleges & Universities, measuring best practices in military and veteran education. To be identified as a top school, Saint Leo exhibited military-supportive actions, such as having a veterans center, financial incentives for military-affiliated students, counselors for veterans, and more. Higher education institutions also were evaluated on military culture, financial aid, flexibility, general support, on-campus support and online support services. The guide is available online at MAE-KMI.com.

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WINTER COMMENCEMENT Pasco-Hernando State College hosted its winter commencement Dec. 14 at its West Campus in New Port Richey. Two commencement ceremonies honored graduates earning bachelor and associate degrees, and certificates. The commencement also included presentations of two $10,000 donations to scholarships provided by Dr. Rao Musunuru, PHSC District Board of Trustees and local cardiologist. The two scholarship donations were given to the PHSC Foundation in honor of Sen.Wilton Simpson, and Pat Mulieri. This year’s winter graduates included students in The Laker coverage area who have overcome adversity in pursuit of a higher education. Matthew Kurtz, of Dade City, earned his Associate in Science degree in drafting and design technology. As an Exceptional Student Education (ESE) student, Kurtz found the restraint and regiment of public education did not match his way of learning. He dropped out of high school and

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MIRADA, from page 1A But, it is the Mirada school site that is at the center of the differing opinions. The appraised value of the land affects the calculation of Metro’s impact fees and credits, and the revenues available to the school district to build the school. The credits will be based on the actual acreage given to the school district and a fair market value appraisal of the site. School officials want to rely on 115 percent of the Pasco County property appraisal.They say that is a general standard used in other school site negotiations. Instead, Metro Development will be able to get private appraisals, which generally tend to be higher than county appraisals. That puts the school district at a disadvantage, said Ray Gadd, the district’s deputy superintendent. “It’s a big issue when the economy is growing because land is at a premium,” he said. Metro Development representatives see it differently. Epperson and Mirada are within the borders of the state-approved Connected City corridor, which encompasses about 7,800 acres in northeast Pasco. The state authorized, and the Pasco County Commission approved, a land development code for Connected City that includes a package of special conditions and incentives. The special district is expected to attract commercial and residential projects that fos-

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In addition to updating the school, the $26 million project also will add student capacity. “We’re trying to increase capacity by 500 students,” which will push the school’s total capacity to about 2,000 students, he said. The idea is to prepare for the growth that’s occurring along the State Road 54 corridor, he said. The district is looking for more cost-effective ways to accommodate its growing enrollment, Petrashek said. Another significant project on the district’s drawing board involves a kindergarten through eighth grade school planned for Starkey Ranch.That school is expected to open in August of 2021. Typically, a kindergarten through eighth grade school is built for 1,200 to 1,250 students, he said. “We’re going to try to have it be a 2,000student station, depending on budget,” he said. “The need is there. The growth is coming,” he said. The school would accommodate 1,200 middle school students and about 800 elementary students, he said. “Because it’s a very compact footprint, we would have to go vertical,” Petrashek said, adding it would be a single, three-story building. Plans call for a number of shared uses on the site. The library will be used by the public, as well as by the school. The idea is to share the facilities, allowing the school to use them when it needs them and the public to take advantage of them when they’re not. There also will be tennis courts, a softball field, a track and field, and other fields that can be used for soccer or football, Petrashek said. The site will have a black box theater, too. “There’s shared parking, shared roads, shared fields, shared facilities,” Petrashek said.

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everal of the area’s top football players took advantage of a new NCAA rule allowing prospective student-athletes to sign their National Letters of Intent (NLI) in December, rather than waiting until February to put pen to paper. Approved in May, the college football early signing period created a 72-hour window for signings from Dec. 20 to Dec. 22. The next opportunity to sign an NLI will be at any point between the first Wednesday in February (Feb. 7) and April 1—also known as the traditional signing period. Here’s a look at a few of the top athletes in The Laker/Lutz News coverage area who participated in the first-ever early signing period for football:

ISAIAH BOLDEN, CORNERBACK, WESLEY CHAPEL HIGH SCHOOL COLLEGE: FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY (TALLAHASSEE)

The highest-rated football prospect in Pasco County waited until the third and final day of the early signing period to make his official announcement to Florida State. But, it was hardly a surprise he was headed there. Bolden de-committed from the University of Oregon on Dec. 5—the same day head coach Willie Taggart left his post at the school to accept the Florida State job, replacing Jimbo Fisher. Bolden had an in-home visit with Taggart on Dec. 10, then took an official visit to Florida State on Dec. 15 — before ultimately signing with the university a week later. A consensus four-star prospect, the 6foot-2, 175-pound Bolden is ranked among the top 30 or so cornerbacks for the 2018 recruiting class. His senior season ended prematurely, however, after he was kicked off Wesley Chapel’s football team in early October, playing in just three games. The prior year he helped lead Wesley Chapel to a 7-2 record and near playoff appearance, after transferring from Bartram Trail in Jacksonville. Bolden’s dismissal didn’t deter major college programs from pursuing him, however. Besides Florida State and Oregon, the rangy athlete boasted about 30 offers from other major FBS programs, including Auburn, Clemson, Georgia, Oklahoma and Michigan, among others. Local fans wanting to witness Bolden’s athletic prowess still can. He recently joined Wesley Chapel’s varsity basketball team, where he’s averaging about 11 points and eight rebounds per game as a forward.

JORDAN MINER, CORNERBACK, WIREGRASS RANCH HIGH SCHOOL COLLEGE: PENN STATE UNIVERSITY (STATE COLLEGE, PENNSYLVANIA)

Like Bolden, Miner opted to join one of college football’s blue chip programs at Penn State University — a school he verbally committed to back in July. A four-star prospect ranked among the nation’s top 50 cornerbacks for the 2018 recruiting class, Miner also had offers from nearly 30 Division I programs, including the likes of Auburn, Georgia, Florida,Tennessee and Wisconsin. Miner’s productive four-year varsity career at Wiregrass Ranch culminated in the football program’s best record ever (9-3) and first playoff win. The 2017 Sunshine Athletic Conference East defensive player of the year proved to be a Swiss Army knife, of sorts, for the Bulls this season. Besides tallying 39 tackles and four interceptions, Miner was an integral part of the

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Wesley Chapel’s Isaiah Bolden signed with Florida State University, despite being committed to the University of Oregon for several months. The four-star cornerback prospect is the highest rated recruit in Pasco County for the 2018 class.

team’s offense and special teams—racking up nearly 1,200 all-purpose yards and nine touchdowns. Various scouting reports laud the 6-foot1, 180-pound Miner for his speed and fluidity, as well as his ball skills. His size as a defensive back is another noted plus. Meanwhile, Miner is the second member of his family to play college football. His older brother, Jaye, was an All-State linebacker at Wiregrass Ranch from 2011 to 2014. He later played college football at Florida Atlantic University, a Division I FBS program in Boca Raton. Until his college gridiron career gets rolling, Miner can be found on the hardwood as an integral member of Wiregrass Ranch’s varsity basketball team, which currently stands at 10-3. Its Feb. 9 matchup against Wesley Chapel—and Bolden—will certainly be one to watch.

MICHAEL PENIX JR., QUARTERBACK, TAMPA BAY TECH (DADE CITY NATIVE, PASCO HIGH TRANSFER) COLLEGE: INDIANA UNIVERSITY (BLOOMINGTON, INDIANA)

The Dade City native surprised many when he spurned major college programs in favor of Indiana University, a school that has struggled to win consistently in recent years. The lanky 6-foot-3, left-handed signalcaller committed to the University of Tennessee in April, but de-committed in mid-December, after a coaching change. He also had scholarship offers from Florida State, Oregon,Arizona, South Florida and many others. Though headed to the Midwest, Penix will be surrounded by Bay Area ties, as the Hoosiers’ 2018 roster is expected to include a dozen players from Tampa, Largo, Clearwater and Spring Hill. Moreover, Indiana head football coach Tom Allen has several Tampa connections. He was defensive coordinator for the University of South Florida in 2015, and had coaching stints in the 1990s at Armwood High School and the now-defunct Temple Heights Christian School. Hoosiers quarterbacks coach Nick Sheridan also coached at USF in 2013. Penix played his first two seasons at Pasco High School before transferring to Tampa Bay Tech, finishing his high school career with 6,986 total yards and 76 touchdowns. He appeared destined for football and athletic success at early age. His father and uncle both starred on Pasco High’s football team. Penix Sr., later played college football at Tennessee Tech University, where he met Penix’s mother— who was on the school’s track and field team.

Wiregrass Ranch’s Jordan Miner signed with Penn State University, a school he committed to in July. Miner was perhaps the most versatile player in Pasco County this season, making an impact on offense, defense and special teams. He’ll likely play defensive back at the next level.

Wharton High offensive tackle Lavel Dumont (No. 75) signed with the University of Toledo during the early signing period. The threestar prospect is coveted for his size, athleticism, flexibility and potential to improve.

LAVEL DUMONT, OFFENSIVE TACKLE, WHARTON HIGH SCHOOL COLLEGE: UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO (TOLEDO, OHIO) Dumont’s first season of organized football was in 2016. Just two years later, he’s headed to the Division I FBS (Football Bowl Subdivision) ranks. After verbally committing to Toledo in June, the 6-foot-4, 270-pound offensive lineman didn’t change course, signing with the Ohio-based university on Dec. 20. Dumont’ primary recruiter was Toledo running backs coach Marquel Blackwell— a former standout quarterback at USF, who later coached at Freedom High School in Tampa. A consensus three-star recruit, Dumont had close to 20 offers, mostly from midmajor schools like Appalachian State, Arkansas State, Central Michigan, Marshall, Tulane,Western Kentucky and others. A basketball player by trade, Dumont began to take football seriously about two years ago, making significant strides in the weight room and with game fundamentals. Dumont’s rare combination of size, flexibility, athleticism—and developmental potential — intrigued Division I programs early in the recruiting process. He reportedly earned his first collegiate offer in June 2016 — from Florida A&M University—before ever playing in a varsity football game. Meanwhile, Wharton teammate A.J. Hampton is also expected to sign with Toledo during the traditional February signing period; the 5-foot-11 cornerback verbally committed to the school in July.

Dade City native and Pasco High transfer Mike Penix Jr., is heading to Indiana University. A Pasco High transfer, the lefthanded quarterback finished his career at Tampa Bay Tech, where he developed into one of the Bay Area’s most productive football players.

Gaither High’s Donovan Jennings (No. 72) signed his national letter of intent to the University of South Florida. The jumbo 6foot-5, 310-pound offensive tackle paved the way for teammates to compile nearly 2,900 rushing yards this season.

DONOVAN JENNINGS, OFFENSIVE TACKLE, GAITHER HIGH SCHOOL COLLEGE: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA (TAMPA)

Jennings, like Dumont, is a relative newcomer to organized football—first playing as a freshman in high school because he always exceeded the size limit for youth-league teams. It’s not surprising why: Jennings stands at a towering 6-foot-5 and whopping 310 pounds. After early struggles picking up the game, Jennings thrived as an upperclassman. His blocking skills helped pave the way for Gaither running backs to rack up nearly 2,900 rushing yards this season, and more than 1,500 rushing yards the year before. Uncommitted throughout the recruiting process, Jennings ultimately picked his hometown team for the next level. A consensus three-star recruit, he also had offers from Marshall, Old Dominion, Toledo, Central Florida,Virginia and others. Jennings now joins a long line of Gaither High products to play at the Division I FBS level. Some more recent Cowboys football alums include Decalon Brooks (Florida State University), Estafano Feliciano (Old Dominion University), Alex McGough (Florida International University), Shane McGough (Florida International University), Ernest Suttles (Memphis), Shug Oyegunle (Florida International University) and Amani Oruwariye (Penn State University). Elsewhere, Jennings’ teammate Matthew Wood signed his national letter of intent to Holy Cross University, a Division I FCS (Football Championship Subdivision) program in Worcester, Massachusetts. Wood tallied 261 tackles in three varsity seasons as a linebacker.

2017 Hillsborough County All-Western Conference teams Hillsborough County’s All-Western Conference teams have been released for the fall high school athletic season.The conference includes all public schools within Hillsborough County, but is broken up into

FOOTBALL

AMERICAN DIVISION

OFFENSE FIRST TEAM Coach of the Year: Kirk Karsen, Gaither Center—Camden Roth, senior, Gaither Running back—Jeromy Reid, senior, Gaither Utility—Cayden Jordan, senior, Gaither

SECOND TEAM Donovan Jennings, senior, Gaither Utility—Brandon Garcia, senior, Steinbrenner DEFENSE FIRST TEAM Lineman—Connor Jewel, senior, Gaither Linebacker—Charles Stephens, senior, Steinbrenner SECOND TEAM Lineman—Danny Craig, senior, Steinbrenner

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three divisions. Coaches from teams within those divisions vote on the honor. All information is as provided by the Hillsborough Athletic Department. Local student-athletes and coaches who made the list include: SPECIALISTS SECOND TEAM Returner—Deon Silas, freshman, Steinbrenner

NATIONAL DIVISION

OFFENSE FIRST TEAM Guard—Tyler Gray, senior, Freedom

BOYS GOLF

AMERICAN DIVISION

FIRST TEAM Tyler Wilkes, sophomore Gaither Blake Kolano, senior, Steinbrenner SECOND TEAM Cade Alfieri, senior, Steinbrenner

NATIONAL DIVISION

FIRST TEAM Cooper Smith, sophomore Freedom Cy Storlien, senior, Freedom Deven Rabeiro, senior, Wharton Caden Fletcher, junior, Wharton

SECOND TEAM Running Back—Jeremiah Ashe, junior, Freedom Tackle—CJ Viola, senior, Wharton

SECOND TEAM Matthew Daniello, senior, Freedom Coach of the Year: Dan Sidwell

SPECIALISTS FIRST TEAM Punter—Andrew Ilclen, junior, Wharton

AMERICAN DIVISION

SECOND TEAM Place kicker—Mahdi Fawaz, senior, Wharton

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VOLLEYBALL

FIRST TEAM Jacquilyn Ramsey, senior, Steinbrenner

NATIONAL DIVISION

FIRST TEAM Amarachi Eziakonwa, junior, Wharton Jeanette Henderson, sophomore, Wharton

SECOND TEAM Coach of the Year: Eric Barber, Wharton Graciela Viloria, junior, Wharton Alanis Ortega, junior, Wharton

GIRLS GOLF

AMERICAN DIVISION

FIRST TEAM Anna Jansen, senior, Steinbrenner Lindsey Kolano, senior, Steinbrenner SECOND TEAM Coach of the Year: John Crumbley, Steinbrenner Posie Farrelly, freshman, Steinbrenner Alexis Castillo, sophomore, Steinbrenner McKenzie Kane, freshman, Steinbrenner

NATIONAL DIVISION

FIRST TEAM Helena Noel, junior, Freedom Haley Good, Freedom SECOND TEAM Isabel Pliska, Freedom

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Let the good times roll in 2018 SUMMER CAMP EXPO

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art of the secret to having fun is knowing where to find it. And, then once you have figured out some options, it’s good to know early enough so you can do what you need to do, to maximize your enjoyment. That’s the idea behind this master calendar: It’s a list of fun stuff to do in 2018 — giving readers plenty of time to consider their choices and make some plans. So, as New Year gets underway, get ready to enjoy yourselves.

GRAN FONDO FLORIDA

JANUARY

WHEN: March 24 WHERE: San Antonio DETAILS: Bicycle road race through the rolling hills of Dade City and San Antonio. Cyclists can choose to ride three distances: 35 miles, 55 miles or 100 miles, and are timed on certain stretches of the race. For information, visit GranFondoNationalChampionshipSeries.com.

RAISING CANE, A SWEET & SPICY EVENT

WHEN: Jan. 13, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. WHERE: Pioneer Florida Museum & Village, 15602 Pioneer Museum Road, Dade City COST: Admission: $5 per person DETAILS: Syrup-tasting contest; cane grinding; sugar cane pole tossin’; iron skillet tossin’; chili cook-off, chili verde and salsa competition; entertainment; and, vendors.

EIGHTH ANNUAL PIGS IN Z’HILLS BBQ & BLUES

WHEN: March 24, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. WHERE: Florida Hospital Center Ice, 3173 Cypress Ridge Blvd., in Wesley Chapel COST: Free admission DETAILS: Families get a chance to find out about summer camps and activities in the area and businesses get a chance to reach their target audience. There will be entertainment, bounce houses, activity zones, a photo booth, giveaways, character visits and more. Information: FamilyFriendlyTampaBay.com

FLORIDA RANCH DAYS WHEN: Feb. 10 and Feb. 11 WHERE: Little Everglades Ranch, 17951 Hamilton Road, Dade City COST: Free admission; parking, $10 for cars and $25 for RVs DETAILS: Live entertainment on two stages; strolling performers; swamp buggy rides; guided ranch tours; face painting; petting farm; games and rides; arts and crafts; food and drink Information: RanchDays.com

PASCO COUNTY FAIR

JELLY BEAN FLING

13TH ANNUAL SUNCOAST ARTS FEST

WHEN: Feb. 19 to Feb. 25 WHERE: Pasco County Fairgrounds, 36722 State Road 52, Dade City COST: $10 for adults; $5 for children ages 6 through 12; free for children age 5 and under DETAILS: Midway, fair food, entertainment, competitions. For a schedule of events and other information, visit PascoCountyFair.com.

WHEN: March 31, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. WHERE: 15602 Pioneer Museum Road, Dade City COST: $5 admission, free parking DETAILS: Mr. Tommy will join in the Easter Parade, kids will make Easter bonnets, there will be Easter egg hunts for different age groups; and there will be games, a bounce house, face painting and more. For information, visit PioneerFloridaMuseum.org.

LIVING HISTORY AND CIVIL WAR

APRIL

WHEN: Feb. 24 and Feb. 25, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. WHERE: Pioneer Florida Museum & Village,15602 Pioneer Museum Road, Dade City COST: $5 admission, children age 5 and under are free DETAILS: Civil War Reenactments and Living History Encampment. Visitors can tour authentic confederate and union camps, and get a glimpse of what life was like during the U.S. Civil War. There will be battles each day at 2 p.m.

MARCH

FLEA MARKET AT THE OLD LUTZ SCHOOL

WHEN: March 2 and March 3, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. WHERE: The Old Lutz School, 18819 U.S. 41 N. COST: Admission is free. DETAILS: Thousands of items for sale to generate funds for causes supported by the GFWC Lutz-Land O’ Lakes Woman’s Club.

DADE CITY’S ANNUAL KUMQUAT FESTIVAL WHEN: Jan. 27, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. WHERE: Downtown Dade City COST: Admission and parking are free; free shuttles for satellite lots DETAILS: Local entertainment, antique cars, arts and crafts, activities for kids, vendors, health and wellness, kumquat pies, kumquat products, quilt challenge and more. Several events are held leading up to the festival, visit DadeCityChamber.org for information.

SHABBY CHIC VINTAGE MARKET & ARTISAN DAY WHEN: Jan. 28, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. WHERE: Downtown Dade City COST: Free admission and parking. DETAILS: Artisans, live music, original art, painted furniture, antique vendors, shabby style and cottage glam

FEBRUARY

FARM FEST & QUILT SHOW

WHEN: Feb. 3, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Feb. 4, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. WHERE: Florida Pioneer Museum & Village,15602 Pioneer Museum Road, Dade City COST: $10 for adults on Feb. 3; $5 for adults on Feb. 4; $5 for children ages 6 through 12 either day; free for children age 5 and under DETAILS: Southern Draft Horse Pulling Competition on Feb. 3 at noon; Hoffman Challenge Quilt Collection Show of Quilts and Clothing; Quilt Appraisal and Trunk Show, concessions and food trucks, antique car show, children’s activities, live entertainment on Feb. 4. (Limited seating, lawn chairs welcome for horse pull). Information: PioneerFloridaMuseum.org

FOURTH ANNUAL SNOWBIRD PALOOZA WHEN: Feb. 3, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. WHERE: Zephyr Park, 38116 Fifth Ave., Zephyrhills COST: Free parking and free admission DETAILS: Free coffee and doughnut mingle hour, fun family activities, free health checks, card games and tournaments, live entertainment and other activities. For information, email simplyeventsfl@yahoo.com.

108TH FOUNDERS’ DAY PARADE & HERITAGE FESTIVAL WHEN: March 10, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (historic downtown Zephyrhills), parade begins at 10 a.m. DETAILS: Moonshine, Turpentine and Timber is the theme of the parade; as well as a local art display, food vendors, petting zoo, kids’ carnival games and more. Also, festivities are planned at a second venue. WHEN: 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. WHERE: Zephyrhills Community Venue, 5200 Airport Road DETAILS: Live concert, food and merchandise vendors, Busch Gardens penguins and fireworks at 9 p.m. Information: MainStreetZephyrhills.org, or call (813) 780-1414.

DOGS DAY IN DADE CITY WHEN: March 17, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. WHERE: Agnes Lamb Park, in downtown Dade City DETAILS: Dog wagon parade, dog costume contest, canine got talent, ice cream/yogurt eating contest and more

THIRD ANNUAL LAND O’ LAKES MUSIC FEST WHEN: March 24, noon to 8 p.m. WHERE: Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park (formerly the Land O’ Lakes Community Center), 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. COST: Free admission; $10 parking (Bring a lawn chair or blanket) DETAILS: This Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce event is presented by Ierna’s Heating & Cooling. It features live music, arts and crafts vendors, other booths and more. Information: Call (813) 909-2722.

WHEN: Traditionally held the third weekend of October WHERE: City Park, 12202 Main St., San Antonio COST: Admission and parking are free. DETAILS: This event typically features music, gopher tortoise races, handmade arts and crafts, children’s rides and games, pumpkin patch, farmer’s market, farm animals, food trucks, beer garden, pioneer village and more.

SHABBY CHIC VINTAGE MARKET AND ARTISAN DAY WHEN: Oct. 21, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. WHERE: The Grove at Wesley Chapel, 6105 Wesley Grove Blvd., in Wesley Chapel COST: Free admission and parking. DETAILS: Artisans, live music, original art, painted furniture, antique vendors, shabby style and cottage glam

14TH ANNUAL WESLEY CHAPEL FALL FESTIVAL

NOVEMBER

29TH ANNUAL FLORIDA BUG JAM

WHEN: Nov. 10 and Nov. 11 WHERE: Pasco County Fairgrounds, 36722 State Road 52, Dade City For details, visit FloridaBugJam.com.

DECEMBER

EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE

WHEN: April 1, 7 a.m. to 8 a.m., rain or shine WHERE: Florida Hospital Zephyrhills, 7050 Gall Blvd., Zephyrhills COST: Free admission DETAILS: Live Christian music, an inspirational message, a live dove release and free refreshments. Seating is limited and lawn chairs are encouraged. Information: Call Jane Freeman at (813) 7836192.

WESLEY CHAPEL BOAT SHOW

LUTZ ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW

WHEN: April 20 to April 22 WHERE: The Shops at Wiregrass, 28211 Paseo Drive, Wesley Chapel DETAILS: Event showcases boats, boating accessories, fishing gear, apparel and other items. For information, visit TheShopsatWiregrass.com.

WHEN: Dec. 1 and Dec. 2 WHERE: Keystone Preparatory High School, 18105 Gunn Highway in Odessa DETAILS: Hundreds of arts and crafts vendors and food booths in an annual show that draws tens of thousands of shoppers.

JUNE

ZEPHYRHILLS SUMMERFEST

WHEN: June 23, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. WHERE: Zephyr Park, 38116 Fifth Ave., Zephyrhills DETAILS: Dance and watermelon eating contests, food vendors, bounce houses, family games, crafters, family activities. Event concludes with fireworks. For information, email simplyeventsfl@yahoo.com.

JULY

34TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING CELEBRATION WHEN: Dec. 2, noon to 7 p.m., rain or shine WHERE: Historic Church Avenue in Dade City DETAILS: Tree decorating begins at noon. There’s an evening program from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., with musical entertainment, a Christmas message, the lighting of the trees and fireworks. Information: Call Jane Freeman at (813) 7836192.

CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK WHEN: Traditionally held on the first Sunday in December WHERE: City Park, 12202 Main St., in downtown San Antonio COST: Free admission, free refreshments DETAILS: Annual lighting of giant Christmas cards, old-fashioned carol singing and other nostalgic touches.

SAVAGE RACE WHEN: March 17 and March 18 WHERE: 17951 Hamilton Road, Dade City COST: Parking $10 for cars; $25 for RVs; spectators, $15 in advance; $25 at the door DETAILS: Twenty-five obstacles, mud in your underwear, chip timing, T-shirt, beer, action photos, camaraderie, memories. For information, visit SavageRace.com.

SAN ANTONIO RATTLESNAKE FESTIVAL

WHEN: Oct. 27 and Oct. 28, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. WHERE: The Grove at Wesley Chapel, 6105 Wesley Grove Blvd., in Wesley Chapel DETAILS: Simply Events and The Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce have partnered to bring the community to present the 14th Annual Wesley Chapel Fall Festival, which will include a carnival with rides and games, live music, delicious fall foods, beverages, arts and craft area rea with pumpkin painting, local business expo, Pumpkin Patch, Halloween celebration on Oct. 27 Information: WesleyChapelChamber.com.

WHEN: Jan 20, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. WHERE: Zephyrhills Community Venue, 5200 Airport Road COST: Free admission; $10 parking DETAILS: Mouth-watering barbecue, blues music, swine and shine car show, aircraft displays, World War II museum, beer and wine, gift vendors, business expo, kids zone and more. No coolers, limited seating, so bring chairs. For information, call (813) 782-1913, or visit ZephyrhillsChamber.org.

WHEN: Jan. 20, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Jan. 21, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. WHERE: The Shops at Wiregrass, 28211 Paseo Drive, Wesley Chapel COST: Free admission and parking DETAILS: More than 125 fine artists and craftsmen; live entertainment; emerging artist booth, featuring work of area middle and high school students; street painting; roaming entertainers; and, free art projects for the kids; kids arts garden and maker space, and more.

OCTOBER

11TH ANNUAL TAMPA TOUR DE CLAY

LUTZ FOURTH OF JULY PARADE AND FESTIVITIES WHEN: July 4, parade starts at 10 a.m. WHERE: Downtown Lutz, near the Train Depot COST: Admission and parking are free. DETAILS: There’s a race and other festivities before and after the parade. The winner of the honorary Lutz Guv’na race is announced following the parade. Additional details will be available closer to the time of the event.

SEPTEMBER A SALUTE TO SEPT. 11

WHEN: Sept. 11, 10 a.m. to noon WHERE: In front of the Old Lutz School, 18819 U.S. 41, in Lutz COST: Admission and parking are free. DETAILS: The GFWC Lutz-Land O’ Lakes Woman’s Club honors those lost on Sept. 11 by waving flags in front of the Old Lutz School. Information: GFWCLutzLandoLakesWomansClub.org

WHEN: Dec. 8 and Dec. 9 WHERE: Stops at area pottery studios. COST: The tour is free. DETAILS: Those making the tour will have the chance to watch kiln openings, talk with nationally known ceramic artists and perhaps do a bit of shopping. For details, visit TampaTourDeClay.com.

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS ON MAIN STREET WHEN: Traditionally held on the first Saturday in December WHERE: On Fifth Avenue, from Seventh to 10th streets in downtown Zephyrhills COST: Admission is free DETAILS: The event includes food, entertainment, holiday activities and a Christmas parade.

OLD LUTZ SCHOOL CHRISTMAS HOUSE WHEN: Traditionally held on select dates in December. WHERE: 18819 U.S. 41 N. COST: Free admission; donations of toys and nonperishable foods are encouraged For details, visit OldLutzSchool.com.

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Cleocatra is part Egyptian Mau Cleocatra thinks only ‘peasant kitties’ should drink stale water from a bowl, and will only drink from a running faucet or water bottle. Although she believes she is superior to all other animals, Cleocatra loves meeting new humans to cuddle with, and will greet you as soon as you walk in the door. She also loves wearing her shark hoody on cool nights, or stalking and attacking her brother Titan, an 80-pound Rottweiler, when he isn’t paying attention. Cleocatra lives in Lutz with her owner, Rachel Thompson.

PET OF THE WEEK FAMILIES RECEIVE A $25 SHELL’S FEED & GARDEN GIFT CERTIFICATE TO USE IN ITS STORE FOR TREATS, TOYS, COLLARS, LEASHES & HOME GROOMING PRODUCTS. Send us a picture and information on your favorite pet! Write a short paragraph about why your pet is special along with a photo and mail to: Pet of the Week, c/o The Laker, P.O. Box 479, Lutz, FL 33548 or email to mrathman@lakerlutznews.com, ATTN: Pet of the Week PLEASE NOTE: OWNERS NAME AND ADDRESS MUST BE INCLUDED FOR YOUR PET TO BE CONSIDERED FOR PUBLICATION.

Ace is a gentle ‘pup’ Ace is a handsome senior soul with a sweet and laid-back nature. He is a very obedient boy. Ace is a brindled mixed breed that came to the shelter as a stray in October. He has passed all of his assessments.

Conan is a handsome boy Conan is an orange and white tabby that came to the shelter early in December. He is not a fan of being in the shelter and has taken some time to warm up, but with the help of the volunteers and staff, he is coming around. Conan enjoys sitting in the volunteers’ laps and being brushed. When you first meet him, he may be hiding, but ask a staff member for assistance. Give Conan some time, and he will come around.

If you would like to adopt Ace or Conan, be sure to visit Pasco County Animal Services at 19640 Dogpatch Lane in Land O’ Lakes. The adoption center is open Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 6:30 p.m. All adoption fees include spay/neuter, microchip and vaccines. For more information, email adoptionpartners@pascocountyfl.net. 2B

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PET PAWS CINDY’S PETS STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL Cindy’s Pets, a volunteer-run nonprofit that provides pet food to senior citizens in the Pasco County Meals on Wheels program, will host a Strawberry Festival Feb. 17 in downtown New Port Richey, at the Community Congregational Church.The festival will celebrate pets in the community. Monthly, Cindy’s Pets feeds about 400 pets, including dogs, cats and birds; delivers about 1,850 pounds of pet food to Pasco County seniors; and, purchases $2,000 of food to feed the seniors’ pets. This annual fundraiser helps provide meals to senior’s pets for an entire year. The event will include strawberries and strawberry shortcake, a dog walk with fun obstacles for pets, a dog show, vendors, food, raffle and a kids’ zone. Sponsorship opportunities are available. For information, visit CindysPets.org, or email CPStrawberryFestival@gmail.com.

COURTESY OF CENTRAL PASCO VETERINARY CARE

Luke was one of the many pets to have a picture taken with Santa during the annual fundraiser. Santa visits with Dr. Jo Ann Daniels (back row, center) and her staff at Central Pasco Veterinary Care.

NATIONAL CUDDLE UP DAY

Debuting on National Cuddle Up Day, more than 20 kittens at Cat Crusaders’ New Tampa PetsMart Adoption Center, 6248 Commerce Palms Drive in Tampa, will be available for adoption and to cuddle with Jan. 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cuddling releases oxytocin, a hormone that has health benefits, including reducing pain, helping to reduce heart disease, blood pressure, stress and anxiety. For more information, you can visit TampaCatCrusaders.org.

PET OXYGEN MASK FUNDRAISER Dr. Jo Ann Daniels and the staff of Central Pasco Veterinary Care in Lutz annually organize a Pet Oxygen Mask Fundraiser. The fundraiser helps to raise awareness and donations to purchase pet oxygen mask sets to supply to local first

responders and fire rescue agencies.The specialized equipment is used to save pets’ lives that have been exposed to smoke in house fires, or have been injured in a motor vehicle accident. Families in the community supported the effort by taking pictures with Santa along with their pets and participating in a raffle.

This year, an additional five sets of pet oxygen masks were donated to Pasco County Fire Rescue. Fire Chief Scott Cassin accepted the mask kits at the veterinarian’s annual awards and holiday banquet. For more information, please visit CentralPascoVetCare.com.

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WILDLIFE The king of butterflies This Monarch butterfly spent around 15 minutes with Dolores Robinson, of Hudson. If you’ve captured a photograph of local wildlife you’d like us to consider publishing, please email it to us at news@lakerlutznews.com. Please be sure to include what kind of animal it is, and where you took the picture. Also include your contact information, so we can get in touch with you, if we need to.

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The program will provide seasoned and aspiring entrepreneurs with insights, relationships and tools needed to turn ideas into action, and passions into sustainable and thriving endeavors. The cost is $295 for 10 weeks of instruction and materials. Participants must register online no later than 5 p.m., Jan. 8. To register, visit SmartstartPasco.com.

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GENERAL MEETING

SMARTSTART WORKSHOP The Pasco Economic Development Council will host a 10-week SMARTstart CO.STARTERS workshop for small business owners and entrepreneurs beginning Jan. 16 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the SMARTstart Entrepreneur Center, 37837 Meridian Ave., in Dade City. The sessions will be on Tuesday evenings, including a celebratory meeting in the 10th week.

The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce will have its general membership meeting Jan. 9 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Hilton Garden Inn Tampa Suncoast Parkway, at 2155 Northpointe Parkway in Land O’ Lakes. Guest speaker will be Steven Roberto of TDI. Members and guests are welcome. The cost for members is $20 if you RSVP by Jan. 4, and $25 at the door for members and non-members.

For information, call the chamber at (813) 909-2722, or email office@centralpascochamber.com.

Guest speaker will be Melinda Velez of United Way of Pasco County. The cost is $20 for chamber members or $18 if preregistered. For non-members, the cost is $25. For information, contact the chamber at (813) 909-2722, or you can register at PHHchamber.com/prepay-lunch/.

NETWORKING GROUP

The East Pasco Networking Group will meet Jan. 9 at 7:30 a.m., at the IHOP, 13100 U.S. 301 in Dade City. Guest speaker will be Steve Spina, the Zephyrhills’ city manager. For information, contact Chairman Nils Lenz at nilslenz@gmail.com or (813) 7829491; or Vice Chairwoman Vicky Jones at donlvicl@yahoo.com or (813) 431-1149.

HEART OF PASCO AWARD

The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce will present its “Heart of Pasco” award Jan. 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., at Architectural Signage & Printing, at 6812 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes. The award recognizes businesses that exemplify the chamber’s mission of aggressively advocating for the interests of our diverse business community by promoting business advancement, economic growth and jobs.

HISPANIC LEADERS LUNCH

The Hispanic Business Leaders of the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce will host a luncheon, open to members and guests, Jan. 16 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Land O’ Lakes Community Center (renamed the Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park), at 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd.

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