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The GFWC Lutz-Land O’ Lakes Woman’s Club was already grieving the death of its former president, Edwina Kraemer, when the club received word that Edwina’s husband, David, had died a day later. Those who knew Edwina describe her as
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The couple is survived by their son and his family, Keith, Pam and Gwen Vickery, of Brandon. Even though Edwina was known for not calling attention to herself, she was widely known in the community because of her leadership and good works, several sources said. She was president of the woman’s club during the years 2010 to 2012.And, she was named Lutz Guv’na in 2006, an honorary title secured by raising money to help comSee PASSING, page 13A
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Regla Sanchez has always been a fan of the performing arts. And, on one occasion, while attending a show with her daughters, she thought to herself: Wouldn’t it be wonderful if everyone in the theater could bring a less advantaged child to a future show? The typical audience at a performing arts center is made up of people who have grown up going to the theater, Sanchez explained. “Spending hundreds of dollars for one performance is nothing for some of these families,” the educator said. By contrast, many of the families she works with are struggling to get by. So, Sanchez decided to try to expand the opportunities for the families she serves. The result is a partnership she inspired between Pasco County Schools and the David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Tampa.
Since the partnership began two years ago, it has made it possible for 500 people — children and chaperones — to attend performances at the Straz. Shows they’ve seen include “Wicked,” “Cinderella” and “The Phantom of the Opera.” The educator’s initiative also has yielded a national award for Sanchez, presented by the Broadway League, the national trade association for the Broadway industry. Only four educators nationwide received the distinction. The partnership between the Straz and Pasco County Schools began shortly after Sanchez became the school district’s Parent Engagement Coach for Parents of English Language Learners. Sanchez wanted the families she works with to have exposure to the theater because she believes the experience can help broaden one’s view of the world and expand one’s aspirations. Many children her department See VISION, page 13A
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The monthly coalition meeting of the Pasco Alliance for Substance Abuse Prevention featured a youth panel offering advice on ways to help struggling teens. The name of the organization was incorrect in a story published on Aug. 8 in The Laker/Lutz News. Darlene Fitzpatrick is a quilter who has donated her talents to help provide quilts for children coming to Judge Lynn Tepper’s courtroom. An incorrect last name was used for Fitzpatrick in some references in a story published on Aug. 8 in The Laker/Lutz News. Howard B. Jeffries was the founder of Zephyrhills. An incorrect first name was in a story about Pasco County History published on Aug. 8 in The Laker/Lutz News.
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The first time she steered a plane, Vanessa Baker was hooked. It was that moment, on an introductory discovery flight, that she knew piloting was the career for her. “The second you do it, you fall in love,” Baker said.“It was kind of like an addiction after, like you do it and once you’re like, ‘This is awesome! I want to do this again!’” Baker, 24, is the first — and currently the only— female pilot student at PascoHernando State College to have earned a private pilot’s license, through the school’s professional pilot technology program. Baker’s interest in flying piqued after her father showed her a magazine about the PHSC’s new aviation department at the East Campus in Dade City. A self-proclaimed “wild child,” Baker figured she’d give it a shot. She’s had fun ever since. “Literally, every day I’m there, I have the best time,” she said of learning to fly. Baker began taking classes in January and earned her first wings in July. “I do feel a sense of accomplishment, like,‘Hey, I was the first female to do this. If I can do it, you can definitely do it,’” she said. Along with the designation at PHSC, Baker joins rare company nationwide. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reports about 7 percent of all pilots are females, equating to about 42,000 total. Even fewer are commercial pilots, which Baker wants to become someday. Said Baker:“I definitely do think it’s interesting that it’s mostly a male-dominated field. I think that’s very weird. It doesn’t make any sense to me at all, and I think it would be really cool if that changed.” Mark Aragon, PHSC professional pilot director, said other female students are enrolled in the PHSC aviation program, but have yet to get their private pilot’s license. He also noted just 10 percent of all pilot students across each state college end up earning their wings, making Baker part of an “elite group.” Aragon taught Baker her aviation ground school classes. The instructor admits Baker struggled early on, but her effort and dedication has won out in a pilot technology program, which he said “is like drinking from a fire hose.” “She’s going to be very successful,” Aragon said.“She has that stick-to-itiveness, that drive and desire that like,‘This is what I want to do. This is what I want to be. I’m not going to let anything slow me down.’” Private pilot license in hand, Baker is still seeking her instrument pilot rating, multi-engine pilot rating and commercial pilot license — all through the two-year professional pilot technology associates of science degree program. She’s racked up more than 100 flying hours at the American Aviation Flight Academy at the Brooksville-Tampa Bay Regional Airport. She needed about 40 hours to earn her private license.
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Vanessa Baker is the first, and currently the only, female piloting student from PascoHernando State College to have earned a private pilot’s license through the school’s professional pilot technology program. She began taking classes in January and earned her first wings in July. She has about another year-and-a-half in the associates of science aviation degree program.
At the academy, Baker trains in a Cessna 172, a four-seat, single-engine, high wing, fixed-wing aircraft that cruises at 140 mph and reaches more than 180 mph. She’s flown throughout Florida, passing over Naples, St. Augustine, Crystal River, Gainesville, Ocala and Crystal River, and even going as far north as Valdosta, Georgia. The thrill of flying still hasn’t worn off, Baker said. “You definitely feel alive,” she said.“I still look out the window when I’m flying, and I’m just like,‘Wow, I can’t believe I get to do this!’” In between her busy class and flight schedule, Baker works as a phlebotomist at Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel, not leaving much room for free time. “It’s a lot of work, but totally worth it,” Baker said.“I think this is probably the best decision I’ve ever made — definitely the hardest decision I’ve ever made.” The state college launched its aviation department last August. It began offering two Associate of
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The Pioneer Florida Museum and Village, 15602 Pioneer Museum Road in Dade City, will host “Celebrating Toasted Marshmallow Day”Aug. 30 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.There will be a fire, marshmallows and roasting sticks.The celebration is included in admission to the museum and village. RSVPs are appreciated on Facebook, but are not required. For information and the link to Facebook, visit PioneerFloridaMuseum.org.
FRESH MARKET The Fresh Market at Wiregrass, at The Shops at Wiregrass in Wesley Chapel, takes place the first and third Saturdays of the month, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., through October.The next market is Sept. 1.The event features more than 50 vendors, including locally grown produce, plants, herbs and flowers, and locally made takehome foods, such as jams, jellies, salsa, dips, seasonings, sauces and oils.There also will be local artists showcasing eco-friendly products. For information, visit TampaBayMarkets.com.
COMEDY/DRAMA The East Lake Fire Rescue & Fall Prevention Coalition of BLS will sponsor the comedy/drama “Denying Gravity” Sept. 1 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, 1555 Windmill Pointe Road in Palm Harbor.The play follows a woman trying to live life on her own terms, letting the “chips and hips” fall where they may.Admission is free, although reservations are requested. Online tickets can be found at DenyingGravity.Eventbrite.com.Walk-ins are welcome. For information, call Senior Actors Guild & Education Services at (727) 536-7076.
GARAGE SALE FUNDRAISER The Forest Hills Presbyterian Church crafters will host a garage sale Sept. 14 and Sept. 15 from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 3320 Schefflera Road.The money raised will help purchase materials for the group’s annual holiday bazaar, set for Oct. 20 at the church, 709 W. Linebaugh Ave.The proceeds from the bazaar will be returned to the community with grants to nonprofit organizations. For information, call (813) 932-6149.
Garden club The Land O’ Lakes Garden Club will meet Sept. 4 at 10:30 a.m., at Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. This is the club’s annual business meeting to collect dues, update member contact information and talk about summer activities. New members are welcome. For information, call Marie Woody at (813) 508-0975, or visit Facebook.com/lolgcfl/.
Plant propagating UF/IFAS Extension of Pasco County will host a workshop entitled, “Learn How to Start Plants from Cuttings” Sept. 4 at 6:30 p.m., at the Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway. This is a hands-on workshop. Guests should bring gardening scissors or pruners and gloves. Registration is required at Eventbrite.com.
Orange Blossom club The Orange Blossom Garden Club of Lutz will meet Sept. 5 at 9:40 a.m., at the Lutz Civic Center, 98 First Ave., N.W. The guest speaker will be from Hollie’s Farm & Garden in Lutz on the topic of new fall plants and how to care for them. Club members should bring a canned good for the food bank and a plant/cutting for the plant exchange. Newcomers are welcome. For information, call (813) 949-1301.
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THE MARKET PLACE The Market Place at Hibiscus Park in Dade City, Seventh Street and Bougainvillea Avenue, will open Sept. 1 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and every first Saturday of each month through May 2019.There will be a variety of vendors and entertainment.The event is free and pet-friendly.
GECKOFEST Gulfport’s 18th annual GeckoFest will take place Sept. 1 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., on the streets of the waterfront village, along Beach and Shore boulevards.There will be live music on two stages; food, art and craft vendors; kids’ activities; street performances of acrobats, magicians, daredevils, dancers, aerialists, escape artists, fire eaters, balloon artists and costumed characters; beer and wine, and more. Guests can dress in costume and join in the wacky walking parade at 6 p.m. There also will be a costume contest for kids and adults. Parking is free. Courtesy shuttles also will be offered. For information, visit GeckoFest.com.
MOVIE NIGHT Grace Community Church, 7107 Boyette Road in Wesley Chapel, will host a free movie night featuring the film,“I Can Only Imagine,” Sept. 2 at 6 p.m. Participants can bring their own drinks and snacks.There also will be free onsite child care for kids ages 0 to 12. Starting Sept. 9, the church
UF/IFAS Extension of Pasco County will offer a series of four classes called “Cooking Matters” starting Sept. 6 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., at the Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City. Topics will include how to identify a whole grain versus a refined grain, reading food labels, healthy fast food options, and more. Participants can learn about healthy eating while sampling easy recipe ideas. This is a free program. Program dates are Sept. 6, Sept. 13, Sept. 27 and Oct. 4. For information, call Shari Bresin at (352) 5180156.
TAMPA BOAT SHOW The 2018 Progressive Insurance Tampa Boat Show will be at the Tampa Convention Center, Sept. 7 to Sept. 9. Weekend events will include new boat model debuts; simulated boat races (virtual reality); boating courses; fishing demonstrations; a kids’ zone; Ladies Day and more.Tickets are $12 for ages 13 and older, and free for ages 12 and younger (when accompanied by a paid adult). Tickets specials also are available. For a complete list of activities, visit TampaBoatShow.com.
YARD & BAKE SALE The GFWC Dade City Woman’s Club will host a “Classic Crap Yard and Bake Sale” Sept. 8 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., a 37922 Palm Ave., in Dade City.This is a fundraiser to help pay for some repairs to the 100-yearold building.
GRAND OPENING Grace Community will celebrate the grand opening of its new church home, 7107 Boyette Road in Wesley Chapel, Sept. 9 with services at 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., and a free barbecue lunch at noon.The Walk Student Ministries, for teenagers, also will kick off the fall season with a pizza party from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. For information, visit ExploreGrace.com, or call (813) 9949363.
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BOOK BAZAAR The Friends of the Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, will have a book bazaar Sept. 14 and Sept. 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.There will be a diverse selection of books, audio and video media, magazines and other related materials, most for a modest price. For information, call Glen Thompson at (352) 567-7449 or email Bookbollard@icloud.com.
BIBLE TEACHING SIMULCAST The Beth Moore simulcast,“Living Proof,” will be shown at Keystone Community Church, 21010 State Road 54 in Lutz, Sept. 15. Lunch, snacks and drinks are included in the $35 ticket price. Doors open at 9:30 a.m., followed by the event at 10:30 a.m. To register, call (813) 948-4522.
CHAIR PLANTER DEMO Life’s Treasures Thrift Store, 4910 S.Allen Road in the Westgate Shopping Center, Zephyrhills, will offer a free DIY chair planter demonstration Sept. 15 at 11 a.m. Guests can learn how to transform an old, worn-out chair into an upcycled garden decoration.Those interested can sign up for the workshop at the store or online at ChaptersHealth.org/calendar-chaptershealth. For information, call the store at (813) 355-4830.
GENEALOGY SOCIETY The West Pasco County Genealogical Society will meet Sept. 19 from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., at the CARES Enrichment Center in the Activity Center Building, 12417 Clock Tower Parkway in Hudson. Participants can learn how to research emigration records from foreign countries and how to find sources for U.S. immigration records.The cost is $7 for non-members and $5 for members.After the lecture and presentation, society members will have a meeting, which will also include non-members.To ensure seating and handout material, register by text to (727) 271-0770 or email to debbehagner@yahoo.com.
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The Laker/Lutz News announces staff changes By B.C. Manion
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Staff writer Kathy Steele has retired from her post at The Laker/Lutz News, stepping away from the county government, development, business and transportation beats. Those responsibilities will be assumed by B.C. Manion, editor of the newspaper. At the same time, Brian Fernandes, a graduate of the University of South Florida’s journalism program, has joined the staff, and will be concentrating his efforts on feature profiles, community events and general assignment reporting. The Laker/Lutz News appreciates Steele’s dedication to accuracy and her ability to track wide-ranging issues that are important to our readers. At the same time, the newspaper is excit-
ed to expand its coverage of the people and places within the region through the addition of Fernandes to the editorial team. In recent months,The Laker/Lutz News has increased its use of photography to help tell the story of community life within our coverage area. Those visuals have been generated by regular contributor Christine Holtzman, who has demonstrated her ability to capture a broad spectrum of life through her artistic eye and outstanding photography skills. As always, The Laker/Lutz News welcomes story ideas and pitches for feature profiles, event coverage or photo opportunities.We evaluate every idea we receive. If you have a suggestion for us to consider, please email us at news@lakerlutznews.com.
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What’s Cookin’ Do you know the ‘Muffin Man? How about your muffin pan? By Betsy Crisp
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I am always looking for quick, easy, unique recipe ideas – this time I had a convenient source of inspiration. I just reached into my kitchen cabinet and pulled out a common baking pan – the muffin pan! The beauty of cooking in a 6- or 12-cup muffin pan is that recipes become individual, pre-portioned servings, that are very portable (grab and go) and can easily be served. Some can even be frozen for reheating/eating at a later date. You can make appetizers, breakfast, main dishes, side dishes and even desserts. The muffin pan is a very versatile pan that produces its own unique shape. The pan comes in mini (12 or 24 wells), standard (6 or 12 wells), and jumbo (6 wells). Of course, I have them all. The pans are now produced in silicone, as well as the traditional metal pans — which also come with a nonstick finish. In the past, I primarily used my pans in various sizes mostly for a wide variety of muffins and cupcakes. However, I did branch out at times to line them with corned beef hash with an egg in the center of each cup and for mini-meatloaves. But, that was about as creative as I got. Since retirement, I have had more time to participate in family reunions and covered-dish community events, so I have been
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Ingredients: • 2 cups brown rice (or white), cooked • 2 cups broccoli (fresh or frozen – thawed and patted dry), chopped • 2 cups cheddar cheese (mild or sharp yellow), shredded and divided by 2 • ½ cup ranch dressing • 4 large eggs, beaten • Salt and pepper, to taste Instructions: • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
• 1 ½ cups (6 ounces) shredded or 6 slices of cheese (sharp cheddar or Italian Blend/mozzarella) Instructions: • Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit • Spray each well with cooking spray • Press half an English muffin into each well • In a medium bowl, combine the tuna, mayo, mustard, lemon zest, lemon juice, onion, parsley, Italian herbs, and pepper. Gently stir to mix. • Evenly divide tuna mixture into each well on top of English muffin • Top each with a slice of tomato and a slice of cheese • Bake for approximately 12 minutes or until cheese is bubbling and starting to brown Yield: 6 servings. Divide breadcrumb mixture evenly into each well, and press on bottom and up sides to form a crust. • In a large bowl, whisk eggs and sour cream • Add cheese, chives, bacon, pepper, mashed potatoes, and mix well • Divide evenly into the 12 wells (cups) • Bake 30 minutes or until the potatoes begin to pull away from sides of the pan and cheese is golden brown • Let the potatoes cool for 5-10 minutes in the pan. Slide knife blade around the edge to help loosen before removing and serving Yield: 12 servings. Note: Using this same three-ingredient “crust recipe,” you can substitute your favorite baked macaroni and cheese recipe for the potatoes mixture. Just be sure to make a little more of the crumb mixture to sprinkle on the top! • Grease a standard 12-cup muffin pan • In a large bowl, stir together all ingredients (retain 1 cup of cheese) until well-mixed • Divide evenly into the 12 wells and top with the remaining cup of cheese • Bake for 25 minutes to 30 minutes or until edges of cheese start to brown • Remove from oven and run a knife around the edge of each one to remove easily and cleanly Yield: Makes 12 muffins. (2 muffins = 1 main dish serving) Note: Cooked/canned chicken could be added to increase protein.
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When people think of an American success story, they may very well be thinking of Vladimir Breton and Optimum Plumbing. After earning a civil engineering degree in his native Dominican Republic, Breton immigrated to the United States and took a job as a plumber’s assistant in New York. He did not speak English, but he had a plan — to one day own his own business. Breton eventually moved to Florida to fulfill his dream. Starting with nothing, in just five years he proceeded to build a successful plumbing business. It was 2012 when Breton founded Optimum Plumbing in Land O’ Lakes with just one truck, and today the business has grown to five trucks servicing customers throughout Tampa Bay. Services include new plumbing fixtures, leak detection, inspections, gas and waterline repair, re-piping, sewer line video inspections, repair and installation of garbage disposals, tubs, sinks, and water closets and whole-house water filters. “We are also a licensed general contractor,” Breton said. “We wanted to offer more than just plumbing, and are now doing kitchen and bathroom renovation locally, and hotel and apartment complex renovation everywhere in Florida.” Breton strongly believes in soliciting feedback from his customers to improve service. “We always follow up with the customer,” he said. “We call the next day to make sure everything is OK, to ask, ‘How was the service? How was the technician?’ As soon as we close the call, we send a thank you email and send a link and to give us a review.” Optimum Plumbing has earned more than its share of recognition. In 2013, the
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Donation benefits heroes
John Mucci and the Oasis community presented a check in the amount of $4,531 to Operation Patriot at the Baldomero Lopez State Veterans Nursing Home. Operation Patriot is a 501-C3 all-volunteer charity that helps provide some of the needed basic supplies and fun events to aging heroes. In the last four years, Oasis in Land O’ Lakes has raised $11,000 for Operation Patriot through its annual July Fourth event.
Pasco creates Ridge Road Extension website The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report
Pasco County’s engineering service department has created a website that tracks progress of the proposed Ridge Road Extension project. The website (http://bit.ly/RidgeRoadProject) provides information about the history of the project, a project overview, current activities, a project fact sheet and the latest information. The road is intended to improve east-west roadway capacity and enhance overall mobility within the area bounded by State Road 52 to the north and State Road 54 to the south, U.S. 41 to the east and Moon Lake Road, Decubellis Road and Starkey Boulevard to the west, according to the website. The project will also provide additional roadway capacity and improved routing
away from coastal hazard areas, and improve hurricane evacuation clearance times in the event of a hurricane or other major weatherrelated occurrence, the website adds. The county has sought approval for the road project for about two decades.The proposed 8-mile extension would link Moon Lake Road in West Pasco to U.S. 41 in Land O’ Lakes. The county has identified the road extension as a priority, but it continues to face opposition because a part of the project would cut through a portion of the Serenova Preserve. Detailed construction plans are being prepared and are anticipated to be completed prior to the permit decision. The county expects a permit decision by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in late Summer 2019, according to the website.
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CARES (Community Aging & Retirement Services) was the recipient of monies raised by the Pasco County Tax Collector’s five offices through its monthly charitable giving program. CARES is a Pasco County-based organization that provides services to seniors to keep them in their homes and be independent. The community stepped up in a big way to assist in the CARES Senior Health Clinic’s daily operations. The clinic is staffed by volunteer medical professionals devoted to helping low-income people ages 55 and older who need health care services. Pasco County Tax Collector Mike Fasano (far right) and staff members present a check for $6,749.88 to Jemith Rosa, CARES president and CEO (holding sign, right).
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BREAST CANCER SUPPORT
The Medical Center of Trinity will host a breast cancer support group Sept. 5 and Sept. 19 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the American Cancer Society Resource Room, 9332 State Road 54, Suite 402, in Trinity. Walk-ins are welcome. For information, call (727) 834-5630, or visit MedicalCenterTrinity.com.
DIABETES & YOU
Florida Hospital Zephyrhills will offer a Diabetes & You Support Group on Sept. 5 at 3 p.m., in the CREATION Health Wellness Center Education Room, 38233 Daughtery Road. Ryan Borger, of Abbott Diabetes Care, will discuss “Libre,” a no-finger-stick, continuous blood glucose monitoring system. Reservations are required by calling (813) 715-6683.
FREE HEARING AID BATTERIES
The Sertoma Speech & Hearing Foundation of Florida will offer free hearing aid batteries Sept. 7 from 10 a.m. to noon, at its New Port Richey office, at 6333 River Road. The most common sizes of 10, 13, 312 and 675 will be available, while supplies last. Through the Sertoma Hearing Aid Recycling Program, Sertoma clubs also collect hearing aids in any condition to provide recycled and refurbished hearing aids to clients who need them. Hearing aid recycling containers can be found at participating local Publix grocery stores. For information, all (727) 312-3881, or visit FamilyHearingHelp.org.
KICK BALL FUNDRAISER
Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point will host its inaugural Kick Ball Fundraiser
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on Sept. 8 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Veterans Park Field No. 3, 14333 Hicks Road in Hudson. The public is invited to form teams of 11 players per team. Organizations may set up teams of 11 players themselves, or come early to organize teams. The hospital’s employees also will participate. The cost is $10 per player. For information or to register, call (727) 375-6638 or (727) 423-4503.
MENTAL HEALTH EDUCATION
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Pasco County offers free education classes to those diagnosed with a mental illness, and families and friends. The Peer-to-Peer Class is a 10-session educational program for adults with mental illness who are looking to better understand their condition and journey toward recovery. The Family-to-Family program is 12 sessions for family, significant other and friends of people living with mental illness. It is an evidence-based program. Research shows that it can significantly improve the coping and problem-solving abilities of the people closest to an individual living with a mental health condition. Classes are taught by a trained team of people who have been there, and includes presentations, discussions and
interactive exercises. Everything is confidential. NAMI does not recommend a specific medical therapy or treatment approach. Programs are offered in East and West Pasco. Visit NAMIPasco.org to check the calendar for locations and times. For information, call the NAMI Pasco information line at (727) 992-9653.
ROBOTIC GUIDANCE SYSTEM
Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel is the first hospital in the Tampa Bay area, and only the second in Florida, to offer the Globus ExcelsiusGPS surgical robotic guidance system through its neurospine program. The system is the first and only robotic platform for spine surgery that combines surgical navigation and robotic guidance, and improve accuracy and patient care for precise minimally invasive spine surgeries by using robotics and navigation. The system provides real time imaging to physicians for increased safety and accuracy; more precise positioning of screws during surgery, less exposure to radiation; and potentially shorter surgery and recovery time for patients. The hospital’s neurospine program launched in October 2017 in response for a growing need from the community and a desire for patients to have a long-term solution for spinal pain.
The Laker/Lutz News likes to keep our readers informed about available classes, seminars, lectures and events regarding health and wellness issues. Hospitals, doctors, individual practitioners and anyone related to the health care industry can submit information, at least two weeks in advance, to be considered for publication. Photos of events, recognitions and so on, also are welcome. Submissions should include who, what, where, when, cost, contact information, identifications for individuals in a photo (unless it is a large group), and a photo credit. This information should be emailed to news@lakerlutznews.com.
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New Logo for rebranded Adventist Health System and Florida Hospital
FLORIDA HOSPITAL GETS NAME CHANGE
Florida Hospital and its parent company, Adventist Health System, will be renamed AdventHealth effective Jan. 2, according to a news release from the hospital’s parent company, Adventist Health System. There will be no change in ownership. The rebrand will make it easier for customers to distinguish AdventHealth’s care locations and service, the news release stated. Nearly 50 hospital campuses, with more than 80,000 employees, will be unified under the single name. “Becoming AdventHealth allows us to be a fully integrated and distinguishable health system across all aspects of the care continuum, while also speaking to our Christian healing ministry, message of wholeness and our rich Seventh-day Adventist roots,” Terry Shaw, president and chief executive officer of Advent Health System, the hospital’s parent company, said in the news release. A transition campaign with television and print advertisements will be featured in September, in various media markets nationwide. Signs and other visual elements at hospitals and other care facilities will be changed in January.
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NEW ACADEMIC YEAR
Saint Leo University’s main campus, 33701 State Road 52 in St. Leo, was filled with students finding their classes and learning what was in store for the new academic year, as classes began Aug. 21. More than 2,100 traditional undergraduates are studying at University Campus this fall, with more than 1,400 students living on campus. First-year and transfer students moved in Aug. 16. For information, visit SaintLeo.edu.
LOOKING FOR SPONSORS
Bexley Elementary’s PTO (parentteacher organization) is planning to host a Movie Night on Sept. 14 at 6:30 p.m., for all students and their families, and is looking for a local business to help sponsor the event. A donation of $500 will cover the cost of the blow-up screen and projector. The movie will be free, including popcorn, and will be in the school’s cafeteria. Families who would like to eat dinner, can buy pizza, a cookie and soda for $3. Bexley also is open to ideas on sponsorship benefits. Some of these ideas include: the business/logo mentioned as a sponsor in all promotions leading up to movie night; a Thank You message with logo displayed on the screen prior to the movie; a table on-site with information about the business; and, the business could provide branded popcorn bags or could provide stickers to put on the bags.
PATEL CONSERVATORY CLASSES
Registration is now open for 2018 fall classes that start Sept. 4, in dance, theater and music at the Patel Conservatory at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts. More than 100 classes are offered in agespecific categories, ranging from prekindergarten to adult. Sequential curricula are designed to accommodate students of all skill levels, from novice to professional. Patel offers master classes with performers, field trips to professional performances, and celebrity question-and-answer sessions, as well as other activities. Auditions are required for some classes. Registration is available online, by calling (813) 222-1040, or in person at the Patel Conservatory. For information, and a full list of classes, descriptions and schedules, visit PatelConservatory.org.
SAT/ACT BOOT CAMP
More than 50 local students can now get help with free SAT/ACT prep. Scholarships are available to students from low-income families. Andrea Catsicas, of Mindworks Prep, is offering the scholarships for eligible students to attend one of her Tampa area boot camps. Local students currently on free or reduced lunch can apply. There will be a one-day boot camp at the University of South Florida Alumni Center on Sept. 16 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information and to apply, visit MindworksPrep.com.
PERFORMANCE FUNDING
Pasco-Hernando State College recently placed in the silver category for state col-
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Sixty years, and still going strong Members of the GFWC Lutz-Land O’ Lakes Woman’s Club donated enough school supplies to fill two SUVs. The supplies and teacher-needed items, collected over the summer by the club’s Education Committee, were delivered to Lutz Elementary and Shady Hills Elementary schools. The woman’s club has supported education through scholarships, and assisted local schools and libraries in the community for nearly six decades. Pat Wagner, left, and Marcy Edmonson with one of the filled SUVs.
lege performance funding, as announced by the Chancellor’s Office, Division of Florida Colleges. The college will receive Institutional Investment Funds of $799,073, as well as State Investment Funds of $799,073, to support college operations for the 2018-2019 academic year. Performance funding is relative to the metrics of student retention, completion, job placement and starting salaries for graduates. For information PHSC programs and services, visit PHSC.edu.
RECYCLE WITH CRAYOLA
Crayola ColorCycle was launched as a way to help kids understand the importance of their role in protecting the environment. Through the initiative, students in kindergarten through 12th grade in schools across the United States and parts of Canada can collect and repurpose used Crayola markers. Teachers and students have the opportunity to explore eco-friendly practices through specially developed standardsbased lesson plans to enrich instruction and
promote lively class discussion. There are four steps to becoming an EcoCool School. • Inform the school administrators or parent-teacher organization about participating in the ColorCycle program. • Set up a collection station in the school for used markers. Count up all the markers. • Pack markers in a cardboard box (with minimal outer markings). Print out a shipping label. • FedEx Ground will pick up the markers – Crayola pays all the shipping charges. For information and to get started, visit Crayola.com.
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PASSING, from page 1A munity causes. “Edwina was one of the most generous people you’d ever run into,” said Nancy Fisher, who has known Edwina since 2005. She was a good friend, too. “Anyone that was sick, down, whatever — she had a cake there. I don’t know how many times I’ve seen her take cakes to people,” Fisher said. “She was a wonderful baker, fantastic cook. Her home was always open to have events for the woman’s club,” Fisher added. Edwina and Fisher worked closely together to raise money for Canine Companions for Independence, a service dog organization. “She headed DogFest for three years,” Fisher said, noting Edwina was instrumental in raising more than $130,000 for service dogs.“It would not have gone (on) without her. She put her whole heart into it.” When the woman’s club holds a BowWow Bingo Fundraiser on Aug. 30, it also will honor Edwina, Fisher said. “I’ve asked everyone to wear pearls. She always had pearls — a bracelet, earrings, a necklace, something,” Fisher said.“We want to remember her.” Pat Serio, another woman’s club member, met Edwina through the club. “I remember Edwina showing obvious signs of leadership from Day 1, and she lost no time in immediately accepting duties, club offices,” Serio said, via email. “Family, her strong faith and service to her community meant everything to her. We, in the club, have missed her terribly during these past 5 months of her illness and will continue to feel the void for a long while,” Serio said. “Edwina’s beloved David survived her by only one day, and we rejoice in that they are
VISION, from page 1A serves come from families with parents who work as migrant laborers, so they don’t know any different kind of career, Sanchez said. And, some of them have never left their community or had a chance to see downtown Tampa, she said. Sanchez came up with a bold approach: She’d make a cold call at the Straz to pitch her idea. “The security guard literally said,‘Do you have an appointment?’ “I said, ‘I do not. I just need to speak to someone about my vision to see if they
now reunited for eternity. RIP dear friends, Edwina and David,” Serio said. Mike Mullins, a friend of David’s since 1971, recalled that the couple met when they were supervisors in the Youth Conservation Corps program. Both of them were science teachers, said Mullins, who met David during a teacher conference on Sanibel Island. David taught at Eisenhower Junior High School and Jefferson High School, Mullins said. “He was the kind of guy that would go out and bring in stuff for the kids to see. He
was a very interactive teacher.” David also loved to cook out, was involved in karate, was a firearms expert and instructor, and enjoyed spending time on his lake, Mullin said. Rick Cabot, the pastor at First United Methodist Church of Lutz, said Edwina was involved in many ways at the church. She helped with the massive project to relocate the church from its former site on Lutz Lake Fern Road near U.S. 41, to its current location, on Lutz Lake Fern near North Dale Mabry Highway.
It was a huge undertaking, involving the acquisition of land, design of the building and scores of other details, Cabot said. Edwina also helped raise money to pay for the project, which Cabot estimated at between $5.5 million and $6 million. Additionally, Edwina was dedicated to preparing communion for the congregation. She was typically there by herself early on Sunday mornings, Cabot said. “She would have the biggest smile on her face,” he said, and as she filled each communion cup “it was like she was concerned for that person that would be partaking it. She just did it with so much love.” “Edwina’s heart for people and heart for God were simply incredible,” Cabot added. “I just can’t say enough kind things about her.” “The biggest thing is how she made people feel when she was around them: Loved and cared about, that they were important,” the pastor said. In a previous interview with The Laker/Lutz News, Edwina said she wanted to join the woman’s club because it was genuinely determined to serve the community. She also offered her impression of the Lutz/Land O’ Lakes community. “Lutz and Land O’ Lakes have this old town flavor,” she said.“I grew up in a little town in Brevard County (Cocoa), so it takes me back to my youth. There are a lot of great traditions in this area.” When the woman’s club was celebrating its 50th anniversary, Edwina, then president, described the group as purposeful, empowered women. She said she was attracted to the club because of its focus on service. “I was raised with the idea that you are not a burden to your society and that you give back,” she said. Apparently, those lessons stuck. A service for the couple is pending.
would partner with me and support my idea.’ “That’s how it all started,” she said. Sanchez wound up talking to Alice Santana, community programs manager for Patel Conservatory at the Straz. Santana described what happened, via email. She said Sanchez explained the need, and the Straz decided to respond. “Regla was so passionate about exposing her students to more that we quickly jumped at the opportunity to bring her vision to life,” Santana said. Next, Sanchez reached out to her supervisor, Katty Chois, to see if funding could be obtained to pay for buses.
That happened, too. Under the partnership, the Straz provides tickets, which are distributed to different schools serving students learning English, Sanchez said.Typically, a group of students will go, accompanied by chaperones. Sometimes the performances are on the weekend, so parents take their children. Sanchez is thrilled that the partnership came together and is continuing. “I’ve loved this from (the) get-go. I love to see the children engage.Their faces glow in the theater when they look around,” she said. The Straz has the opportunity to nominate an educator each year for a Broadway League’s Educator Apple Award. “This year, across the department, it was a
unanimous decision to submit Regla for this honor,” Santana said. “Regla is a true advocate for her students and their families, and a champion for theater,” Santana explained. The educator was determined to find out-of-the box opportunities. The structure of the partnership between Pasco schools and the Straz will serve as a template for replicating the program with other counties, Santana added. For Sanchez, the national recognition is icing on the cake. “I was already rewarded. This is like a dream come true. God had blessed me with this opportunity. I’ve had doors open,” Sanchez said.
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is high school soccer career is over, but Ian Flores is still picking up accolades for his contributions at Wiregrass Ranch High School. Last month, Flores was named the 2018 National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) Florida State High School Player of the Year. That followed another prestigious designation he earned recently: 2017-2018 United Soccer Coaches Winter-Spring Boys High School All-America. Flores, who graduated in May, was one of just two players from Florida (and 20 total nationwide) to be selected to the AllAmerica team. In the last six years, just 11 players from Florida have received the award. As a senior, Flores tallied 20 assists in more than 1,900 minutes of play— an integral part of a Bulls team that went 24-6-1 and reached the Class 5A regional semifinals. Flores, however, wasn’t anticipating such individual honors as he played out his senior season. His main goal instead was to try and help his teammates win a state title. “Really, getting All-America or high school player of the year wasn’t in my head at all. It just kind of happened just from playing naturally with my teammates,” said Flores, also a First Team All-Sunshine Athletic Conference selection. Even so, the state and national recognition is “very exciting” to Flores, who was a team captain and three-year varsity player at Wiregrass Ranch. “I know that not a lot of people have gotten such honors like that before,” Flores said.“I didn’t know that would reach Pasco County.” Flores and other 2017-18 United Soccer Coaches All-Americans will be formally recognized at the 2019 United Soccer Coaches Convention in Chicago, Jan. 9 to Jan. 13. Longtime Wiregrass Ranch head coach
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Wiregrass Ranch product Ian Flores, right, was recently named 2018 NSCAA (National Soccer Coaches Association of America) Florida State High School Player of the Year. He’s pictured here with Wiregrass Ranch head coach Dave Wilson.
Dave Wilson said the postseason awards bestowed on Flores are well-deserved. “Skill-wise and talent-wise, he was fantastic. The little things that make one a great player is really where Ian shined, too,” Wilson said. “There were games that he would score goals, and there were other games we’d score goals because of him,”Wilson said.“He was pretty much picture perfect on the field.” Size, or lack of it, is a trait Flores often had to overcome to become a top player. At 5-foot-6 and 125 pounds, Flores has relied on his soccer IQ as much as his quickness, footwork and passing skills. “It’s always about being smarter than
your opponents,” Flores said.“If someone’s bigger than you, you have to adjust. If you’re going up against a 6-foot-4 striker, you have to play smarter to beat him to the ball.” The impact on the field speaks for itself. But, Flores’ leadership qualities stood out, too, his high school coach said. “He was such a good leader and such a good, positive role model,” Wilson said. “Even when he was younger, just his work ethic and everything he did, he was just so positive that it’d be really hard to measure how important he was to our team.” Wilson has had many elite players come through the Bulls over the years.As many as 14 of his players have gone on to play collegiate soccer scholarships.
Flores, however, was the most sought after in program history, receiving dozens of scholarship offers and inquiries from over 60 colleges of all levels — Division I, Division II, Division III, and NAIA schools. Said Wilson: “He had more offers and more interest from colleges than any player we’ve ever had. To have someone get as many offers as Ian did and then all the accolades that came along with it — it’s pretty impressive.” Out of the many postsecondary suitors, Flores signed with Oglethorpe University, a Division III program in suburban Atlanta. Flores feels it’s the right fit over other Division I and Division II schools and the handful of professional invites he received. “I was looking for a place where I was just going to be happy playing. I knew that if I came here, I would’ve had a great opportunity to play,” Flores said. Now in preseason practices at Oglethorpe, Flores is adjusting to a higher level of play and training. That includes 5 a.m., daily workouts. “The level is much more intense once you get into college,” Flores said.“The level of play is much more different, much more faster. More people play one, two touch instead of dribbling.” But, Flores seems to be handling the transition well, looking to make an immediate impact. He recently recorded the top mark of all Oglethorpe freshmen in the program’s YoYo intermittent endurance test, used to measure a player’s cardiovascular fitness level. The feat obviously caught the eye of Oglethorpe head coach Jon Akin, who played soccer at Saint Leo University and was inducted into the school’s Hall of Fame in 1999. “Everything that we recruited him for he’s delivering on,”Akin said of Flores.“He fits in well with the team, and I think he’s going to be a player who — on a very, very talented team— will be able to contribute this season. “We’re very glad he’s with us. We think he’s going to be extremely successful,”Akin said.
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The Tampa Bay Lightning will host a free girls street hockey Sept. 8 from 10 a.m. to noon, at the New Tampa Family YMCA, 16221 Compton Drive,Tampa. The clinic is open to girls of every skill level and ability. Girls ages 8 and younger will skate from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., and girls ages 16 and younger will skate from 11 a.m. to noon. Participants can learn how to hold the stick, shoot and pass the ball, stick handle, and other basic hockey skills, including a scrimmage. At the end of the clinic, every girl will be given their own stick and ball. For information, email Sara Bustad at sbustad@amaliearena.com
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The Rolling Valkyries women’s roller derby team will skate against Palm Coast Roller Derby on Sept. 16 at 5:45 p.m., at SpinNations Skating Center, 8345 Congress St., Port Richey. Revolution Roller Derby will donate a portion of its proceeds from the bout to benefit Sunrise of Pasco County Inc. Domestic & Sexual Violence Center. Tickets are $12 at the door, or $10 if you bring a canned good or toiletry donation. For information, visit RevolutionRollerDerby.com, or email info@RevolutionRollerDerby.com.
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The 2018 Tampa Bay Active Life Games runs from Oct. 5 through Oct. 9.
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On Aug. 21, the Wharton High boys cross-country team won the Central Hills Divisional 5K at King High (3.1mile) with a perfect score of 15 — taking the first five places in the meet. It marks the first time in program history the Wharton boys varsity cross-country team has recorded a perfect score at a meet, according to head coach Kyle LoJacono.
Individual times and places for Wharton runners:
• Senior Tre Rivers (1st place)—17:17 • Senior Anthony Stephens (2nd place)—17:39 • Sophomore Jared Hammill (3rd place)— 17:45 • Senior Josue Reyes (4th place)—18:19 • Sophomore Thomas Walter (5th place)—18:28 • Junior Jackson Blanchard (7th place)—18:48 • Senior Nash Robinson (9th place)—19:57
PHSC FOUNDATION GOLF TOURNAMENT
The ninth annual Pasco-Hernando State College Foundation Golf Tournament is set for Oct. 15 at 8 a.m., at the Black Diamond Ranch Quarry Course, 2600 W. Black Diamond Circle in Lecanto. Opportunities are available for sponsorships, individual golfers and foursomes. Players are provided a breakfast buffet, lunch on the course, beverages, awards dinner banquet, official tournament apparel and goodie bags. Awards will be distributed to first-place teams and winners of the longest drive, closest to the pin and putting contests. The tournament has raised more than $275,000 for the PHSC Foundation. For information, visit PHSC.edu/foundation/events, or call (727) 816-3410.
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Tom Moore, left, and Scott May teamed to win first place at the South Pasco Bassmasters’ (SPBM) August tournament, hauling in five bass for a total weight of 17.79 pounds on the Lake Harris Chain of Lakes. Moore and May caught the haul using fishing flukes and senkos in canals with moving water. The duo also won last month’s tournament on Lake Parker. The next tournament is Sept. 15 on the Kissimmee Chain. For information, visit SouthPascoBassmasters.com.
Registration is open until Sept. 19 for the 2018 Tampa Bay Active Life Games, an Olympic-style competition that attracts hundreds of adults age 50 and older, each year. The 38th annual competition offers a variety of contests for all skill and fitness levels. Events range from track and field to cycling to pickleball to billiards, dominoes and horseshoes. Some of the more than two dozen events are qualifiers for state competition. The games begin Oct. 5 and conclude Oct. 9. Registration costs $30, and entrants can compete in as many events as they want. There is an additional $25 charge for those participating in the golf competition, which includes a cart. Opening day festivities and the awards luncheon are included with registration. The Tampa Bay Active Life Games are hosted by Hillsborough County Parks & Recreation, the City of Tampa, the City of Temple Terrace, and Friends of the County Parks. Visit HCFLGov.net/ActiveLife for a schedule of events and registration information.
SPECIAL OLYMPICS GOLF PROGRAM
A golf program for Special Olympics athletes is being offered on Tuesday and Thursday nights from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., at The Groves Golf & Country Club, 7924 Melogold Circle in Land O’ Lakes.The program accommodates competitors at all ability levels by assigning them to competition divisions based on both age and ability. For information, contact pro shop manager Richard Moore at (813) 996-0161 or rmoore@thegrovesgolf.com.
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ny time that Lillian Cucuzza and her husband, Dave, want to take in a nature show, they just look out their back window, step out into their backyard or walk around the culde-sac to a pond near their yard. The Land O’ Lakes nature lovers enjoy a visual feast every day. They see hummingbirds, Carolina wrens, cardinals, red-shouldered hawks and all of the birds of prey. There are birds that come by to grab a bite from a feeder, enjoy the nectar from a plant, or make a snack on insects. “If you want to attract the really nice birds, get the golden safflower bird feed,” Lillian advised.“It doesn’t sprout.The black birds and doves and pigeons — they don’t like it because it’s bitter to them.” “We get our bird feed from Wild Bird USA,” Lillian said. “It’s nonsprouting, so it doesn’t grow weeds.” She also noted: “We used to put out a hummingbird feeder, where you had to put the sugar water out. But, you have to change it almost every day, otherwise it’s not good. “I’m like,‘I’m not doing that’. “We also have a suet feeder out there that we get from Wild Bird. It’s the suet dough. It’s not greasy. We get a lot of the woodpeckers and different warblers,” she said. Dave’s in charge of stocking the feeders. Some birds hang out in a birdhouse out back or in the nearby woods. Others make their home in a pair of palm trees near the couple’s front door. “We get little cardinals.They make little nests in there,” Lillian said. Besides observing wildlife in their backyard, the couple also enjoys sightings of deer, blue herons, ibises, white egrets and other winged creatures in or near a pond, on a neighboring property. “There’s a little gator in there,” Lillian said.“I saw it recently.A little 3- or 4-footer.” When she was waiting for the gator to make an appearance one day, a trio of deer showed up.
SOME POINTERS FOR CREATING YOUR OWN BACKYARD HABITAT
If you’d like to make your yard a welcoming place for birds, butterflies and other creatures, here are some pointers from Lara Milligan, a natural resources agent at Pinellas County Extension. She provided these tips during a seminar she gave earlier this year at the Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park community center. “We’re exploding with development and construction, leaving less opportunities for our native wildlife to live and exist,” Milligan said. “Any little bit that we can do in our yards, or in your community or neighborhood, is helpful and beneficial for wildlife. “Just like us,” she reminded the audience, “wildlife need food, water, cover and space.” When it comes to creating conducive conditions to attract wildlife, it’s important to think big, and small, she said. “We often think of wildlife as some of these bigger creatures, but it’s really important that we’re also attracting the little creatures. If you don’t have the little guys, we’re not going to be attracting anything else,” Milligan said. Here are some of her tips. Tip No. 1: Limit the amount of lawn that you have. Turf grass doesn’t do much for wildlife. Consider providing alternative ground covers, such as beach sunflower or sunshine mimosa. Tip No. 2: Increase the vertical layering in your yard.You want stuff to be at all levels, from the ground level up to the tops of trees. When planting, think about what the plant will look like at maturity. You don’t want giant gaps in your landscape. Tip No. 3: Keep those dying and diseased and knocked over trees in your landscape, unless they pose a hazard to your house. Woodpeckers and other cavity nesters rely on these snags for shelter. Screech owls can’t excavate their own cavities, so they rely on woodpeckers to do that for them. Tip No. 4: Keep brush piles in your yard, but not next to your house.They provide shelter for the smaller organisms,
Blue-gray gnatcatchers are tiny — only about 4 inches from the tip of their beak to their tail, and they’re quite quick — catching gnats mid-air.
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A male pileated woodpecker in the woods, chopping the wood to get to the bugs.
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A Dwarf powderpuff is a magnet for pollinators such as bees, butterflies and hummingbirds.
Attracting butterflies to your backyard These plants will help: Nectar plants • Firebush • Pentas • Salvia • Dwarf powderpuff • Jatropha • Firespike • Blanket flower • African blue basil • Beautyberry • Ironweed
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Lillian and Dave Cucuzza, of Land O’ Lakes, enjoy daily nature shows in their backyard.
Host plants • Native, not tropical milkweeds • Dutchman’s pipevine • Passionvine • Cassia • Partridge pea • Wild lime • Plumbago • Frogfruit • Parsley • Dill • Fennel
which are an important part of the food chain. Tip No. 5: Provide water.Any source of water you provide in your yard will benefit wildlife. Tip No. 6: If you have a birdbath, remember to keep it filled at 2 inches to 3 inches of water. Birds won’t use it if the water is too deep. Also, keep it clean and don’t use chemicals to clean it. A sturdy scrub brush should do. It’s also important to keep the space around it clear so birds can see potential predators. Tip No. 7: Plant native plants in your yard.They resist pests and diseases, and generally require less care. If you want butterflies, be sure to have plants that are appropriate for caterpillars and for butterflies. Create a small moist area of sand in
A Carolina Wren sits on the bird feeder baffle. They are small birds with a big sound.
your yard. Butterflies will suck water out of moist sand to give them the minerals and nutrients they need. Tip No. 8: Add bird feeders.The diversity of bird feeders that you install will increase the diversity of birds that you attract. The same goes for seeds. Be sure to keep your bird feeders clean.
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Tip No. 9: Manage your pets. Cats and dogs can have a really huge impact on native wildlife species. Tip No. 10: Seek natural solutions to pest problems. Being vigilant can help nip pest problems in the bud. Often, spraying pests off with a hose can solve the problem. If pesticides are needed, use sparingly.
LOCAL WILDLIFE
Mr. Bean is intelligent and compassionate Mr. Bean is an English Springer Spaniel that was rescued from a puppy mill, along with his two brothers. While in a shelter, Mr. Bean was very ill and appeared to be depressed. Now, at 11 years old, he is a healthy, loving dog thanks to a foster program, his former foster mother, and the veterinarians at a local shelter. Mr. Bean seems to have a sixth sense about people and how they feel. Every night he spends time with his owners, Howard and Natalie Engel, on the couch, while they are watching TV or reading. Mr. Bean and the Engels reside in Country Walk in Wesley Chapel.
PET PAWS BOW WOW BINGO
The GFWC Lutz-Land O’ Lakes Woman’s Club will host its annual Bow Wow Bingo & Luncheon Aug. 30 at 10 a.m., at Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. The event is a fundraiser to benefit Canine Companions for Independence, which provides assistance dogs free of charge to adults, children and veterans with disabilities. The cost is $20, and includes a catered luncheon and 10 games of bingo. Extra cards will be available. There also will be prizes, opportunity baskets and more. To reserve a spot, call (813) 949-1710.
PASCO PARK WALK
Pasco County Animal services and the county’s parks, recreation and natural resources department team up for Pasco Park Walks. A handful of adoptable dogs trot and stroll through one of four Pasco parks beginning at 9 a.m., on the first Saturday of every month. The public is invited to bring their own dogs for a “pack walk.” Or, visitors can come without a dog to just participate in the community walk.And, those who want to can adopt a dog on the spot. The next walk is Sept. 8 at
Withlacoochee River Park, 12449 Withlacoochee Blvd., in Dade City. Walks usually last 45 minutes to an hour. Park Walk rules and guidelines include: • Bring secure 6-foot leashes with collars. (Note: No retractable leashes are allowed). • No prong or electrical collars. • Respect everyone’s space. No face-toface contact among dogs. • One handler per pet is required. • Be sure to bring poop bags. • Be sure to bring water.
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A safe place to nest Kim Moore, of Land O’ Lakes, has had the pleasure of watching cardinals build a nest in one of her palm plants, three times since the beginning of the year. The two babies born in March, unfortunately, did not survive. Three babies also were born in June, and all three flew from the nest. The cardinals came back and settled in again in July.
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The North Tampa Chamber of Commerce will have its September Momentum Thursday on Sept. 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Atria Lutz, at 414 E. Chapman Road in Lutz. Guest speaker is Carole Sanek, owner of Butterfly Boom Productions. She is a ghost writer, social media content creator and podcaster. For early bird registration, RSVP online with credit card at NorthTampaChamber.com or by email to Contact@ northtampachamber.com by 5 p.m., on the Wednesday before the meeting, at the discounted rate of $15 (whether you eat or not). After that date, the cost is $20 (whether you eat or not), payable at the door by cash, check or credit card. For information, call the chamber at (813) 563-0180.
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The Center Pasco Chamber of Commerce will have its general membership meeting Sept. 11 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Hilton Garden Tampa Suncoast Parkway, 2155 Northpointe Parkway, off State Road 54, in Lutz. Guest speaker will be Lourdes Bahr, of the U.S. Department of Labor. The cost is $20 for members only, if RSVP is by Thursday before the meeting. Afterward, the cost is $25 for members and non-members. For information, call the chamber at (813) 909-2722, or email office@CentralPascoChamber.com.
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The North Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce will have its monthly membership luncheon Sept. 12 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Fox Hollow Golf Club, 10050 Robert Trent Jones Parkway in Trinity. The cost is $20, but please RSVP. For information, call the chamber at (813) 994-8534, or email office@northtampabaychamber.com.
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The North Tampa Chamber of Commerce is seeking volunteers to help the residents of Knight Homes, a part of the Sunrise Community Homes. The chamber is sponsoring a day of community service to help residents by painting and doing basic landscaping. The event will be on Sept. 15 at 9 a.m., at 7809 N. Glen Ave., in Tampa. Cash, checks, gift cards, movie tickets and event tickets also are needed. Drop-off sites for donations will be at Uncle Maddios, 3949 Van Dyke Road in Lutz; U.S. Renal, 3421 N. Lakeview Drive in Tampa; and Subway, 13032 Race Track Road in Tampa. This also would be an opportunity for children who need to fulfill community service hours for school. Donations being sought include bed linens for twin and full size beds; washcloths, hand and bath towels; toiletries for travel or full size; and drapes for eight bedrooms. For information, email Jody Fowler at Jodyfowler@moresinsuranceservices.com.
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