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Façade grants available in Zephyrhills By Kevin Weiss

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Some commercial buildings in Zephyrhills are about to become more attractive. The Zephyrhills City Council, on March 28, approved the Zephyrhills Community Redevelopment Agency’s Matching Façade Rehabilitation Grant Program. The $10,000 grant aims to encourage the restoration and preservation of commercial buildings within the CRA district — a 520acre defined district that essentially encompasses the center spine of the city, generally between Hercules Park to C Avenue, and from Zephyr Park to 17th Street. The program offers up to a maximum of $2,500 in grant money, but the applicant must spend at least twice the amount of the grant. The program’s goal is to encourage complete rehabilitation of the structures. The funds can be used for specific improvements, including a new coat of paint, awnings, doors, windows, exterior lighting and approved siding. The one-time grant is “first come, first served.” The grant is part of an effort to eliminate “blighting influences and further deterioration of commercial properties within the CRA district,” according to program documents. “The CRA’s job is to increase the value of the properties, and therefore, the taxable value,” said Gail Hamilton, CRA director for the city of Zephyrhills. “In looking at the buildings...it’s going to be city staff that’s going to be doing this, not just CRA staff, but also the building department, as well as the planning department,” she added. To be eligible for the grant, all property

Matching Façade Rehabilitation Grant Program WHAT: A grant program earmarking $10,000 to be used to stimulate façade rehabilitation and preservation of commercial buildings. Grants of up to $2,500 are permitted, but applicants must spend at least twice the amount of the grant they receive. For instance, someone spending $1,000 could receive a grant of $500. ELIGIBLE IMPROVEMENTS: New paint job, addition or replacement of awnings, traditional windows, door replacements and exterior lighting. INELIGIBLE IMPROVEMENTS: Interior improvements, electrical work (except as related to signage or exterior lighting), roof and chimney repairs, and installation of aluminum or vinyl siding. COURTESY OF GAIL HAMILTON

taxes have to be current. Funds will not be provided to a property that has outstanding tax liens, Hamilton said. The CRA director also noted that nonprofits are not eligible to receive funding. “This is tax dollars, so the CRA has to know you’ve done the work, and once the work has been done, and you prove to the city that you’ve paid the bill in full, then we will reimburse you,” she said. Hamilton said the grant is not to be used for building maintenance, such as interior improvements, electrical work (unless related to signage or exterior lighting), roof and chimney repairs, or the installation of aluminum or vinyl siding. “The building must be structurally sound,” Hamilton said, adding the properties must meet the minimum building and life

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Commercial businesses located within the CRA district are eligible for the Matching Façade Grant Program. The CRA district is a 520-acre defined district that essentially encompasses the center spine of the city, generally between Hercules Park to C Avenue, and from Zephyr Park to 17th Street.

safety codes.“We’re looking at the façade of the building — not if its roof is good. If your roof isn’t structurally sound, then you have a whole lot more problems than just the façade. “If next year, you decide you don’t like the awning that you put up this year, you can’t come back to the CRA and ask for another grant,” she added. See GRANTS, page 11A

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Eighteen-year-old James Williams is a Florida finalist in the 2016 VSA Florida Young Soloist Competition. He now will compete for international honors. Shown here, he is playing on the grand piano in the lobby at Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel.

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The Shops at Wiregrass is adding stores By Kathy Steele

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Playing classical music is not the easiest feat — even when you’ve had formal training and are adept at reading sheet music. For James Williams, it is even more challenging. Not only does he lack formal training, but he also has had to overcome obstacles caused by his autism, a condition he was diagnosed with at age 3. The now 18-year-old, who originally hails from London, said he began teaching himself to play piano when he was attending Weightman Middle School, in Wesley Chapel. He had a simple motive: He wanted to win the school’s talent show. And, he did. Since then, he has continued teaching himself and recently he was named one of the state’s three top soloists in the ninth annual 2016 VSA Florida Young Soloist Competition. Winning that contest means that he’s representing Florida in the VSA International Competition in Washington D.C., later this year. The other two Florida finalists in the competition are Lyudmilla Fuentes, from Polk County, and Jacqueline Blanche, from Charlotte County. The state finalists were selected through

The Shops at Wiregrass is adding fresh faces to its retail lineup. By the end of fall, the outdoor mall will host the grand openings of seven new stores. The first three shops, Lola Perfume, Soleciety Sneaker Boutique, and 3D Musketeers Printing, already are open. VisionWorks, VomFASS Oils, Vinegars, Spirits & Wines, Rocket Fizz Soda Pop & Candy Shop, and Irish 31 will arrive in the next months. “We’re continually working with our leasing department.We listen continually to our customers who tell us what they want,” said

Greg Lenners, general manager at The Shops at Wiregrass. “We try to have a little bit of everything.” The new shops are part of the routine of keeping a mall fresh and were planned ahead of the opening of Tampa Premium Outlets, Lenners said. “We have to be very strategic with what we put in,” Lenners said.That’s true for every mall, including Tampa Premium Outlets, he noted. Four outparcels at Wiregrass are still up for grabs, so additional announcements could happen this year, Lenners said. Lola Perfume features brand-name fragrances for men and women, at a shop near See WIREGRASS, page 11A

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The Shops at Wiregrass is adding to its retail lineup, in an effort to keep up-to-date with customer desires. The regional shopping mall is adding stores including Irish 31, Lola Perfume and Rocket Fizz Soda Pop & Candy Shop.

AROUND THE PARKS

Las Vegas comes to Grand Horizons By Helene Rubenstein Grand Horizons

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The kitchen crew worked hard to prepare an Easter dinner for more than 140 people.

A busy agenda for residents By Mabel Budzinski Gem Estates

Monday night euchre saw some tight games with Mae Slipp and Dorothy Massoll tying as top players for the ladies. Paul Griffin and Daryl Hyder tied for champs for the men. Our Thursday morning coffee hour hosts were Ernest and Beverly Martin, Keith and Carolyn Babbitt, and Russ and Lee

Heffelfinger. Alan Bennett gave the invocation, and Linda Files led the “Pledge of Allegiance” and moderated the conversation. In sick bay are Dick Burgess, Carol Farnsworth and Norma Munsulick’s daughter, Bonnie. On March 27, our marvelous kitchen crew prepared a delicious Easter dinner for 147 residents and guests.And, our new president, Linda Files, greeted everyone as they entered the clubhouse.

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On March 19, 125 people gathered at our community center to see the last show of our season, hosted by Terry Gardner. It was a great show, and one that we will long remember. It started with Terry Gardner introducing the act, and then Sally and Ray Langwah proceeded with the show. Sally started the show by singing some Shania Twain songs such as “I Feel like a Woman” and “Whose Bed Have Your Boots Been Under.” Sally sang these songs with a white top hat and a stunning white jacket over her black dress. She also sang “From This Moment On” and dedicated it to the couples that had an anniversary in March. While she was singing, there was some dancing in the aisles. Ray then appeared as Willie Nelson with braids and a red bandana. He sang his hit entitled “All of Me,” and sang part of the song to Rosemary Semian. The entire performance was done nicely, and he did a fine job. After completing the song, he introduced the next guest singer, “Celine Dion.“ Sally came out in a stunning blue gown and sang the song “I’m Alive.” She did an excellent job of it. It made me feel like I was in Las Vegas, and I am sure others felt the same way. After this song, Ray came out again to perform Willie’s big hit,“Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain.” During this routine, Robbie Lockard danced with Ray. They both did a terrific job. Once again, Sally came out to the stage, but this time as “Marlene Dietrich” wearing a black shimmering dress with a black jacket and black top hat, and sang “Falling in Love Again.” It was lovely, and when she danced with Gene Verwiebe, it was a very nice touch. She also sang “Lili Marlene” while singing and dancing with Lamar Lawson.They both did a great job in getting everyone involved. The next performer was “Julie Andrews.” Sally did a fantastic job in singing songs such as “Sound of Music” and “The Lonely Goatherd.”They had the audience clapping and swinging in their seats. While Sally was getting changed, Ray came out to perform for us the song,“What a Wonderful World.” After a terrific performance, he introduced the next guest, “Charo,“ the coochi-coochi girl. Sally performed “La Bamba” and, of course, there was audience participation. She completed this set with the song “Hot, Hot, Hot” and had most of the audience perform a conga line.All the people in the community center loved this. If they weren’t on the line, they were in their seats clapping and singing. Sally did a quick change behind the screen that was onstage and then appeared all dressed up as “Marilyn Monroe.” She wore a white dress, which was very classy, and started off with a joke (that only Marilyn can tell) and then sang the song “My Heart Belongs to Daddy.” After this song, she brought up Galen Parker, who was celebrating his birthday in two days, and sang to him “Happy Birthday Mr. President.”The rest of the people in the audience joined in. Ray then came onstage to sing a Willie Nelson hit entitled “City of New Orleans,” and while performing this song, he floated through the audience and shook several hands. He then introduced the next performer, “Cher.” Sally came out in a lovely green gown and performed the song “Always on my Mind” with Ray. They were so cute together, and they did a superb job. Sally now brought up to the stage John Mauk who had Sonny’s spot. He was given a special jacket with glitter and donned a wig.

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He made the perfect Sonny.They then performed the song “I Got You Babe,” with Sally singing most of the song, but John joined in with “I got you, babe.”The crowd thoroughly enjoyed this performance. Ray then came onstage once again for his final song which was “On the Road Again.” Before he performed the song, 12 bandanas were given out, and those 12 women, who received a bandana, stood by the stage waving them while Ray sang. Terry Gardner then read about the veterans, and Sally sang about each individual branch of the service, while the people that were in that particular branch stood and got recognition. The show ended with Sally singing “O Canada” and “God Bless America,” while everyone stood and sang. The entire show was done in good taste, and everyone had a great time.

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Seventy years of marriage, and going strong By B.C. Manion

The couple went on to have a total of four children: Donna, Gains Jr., James Douglas and Janice.The couple also has six grandchilThey were teenagers. dren and seven great-grandchildren. She was visiting her brother and his wife This past weekend, they celebrated their in Tampa, and she took the streetcar over to 70th wedding anniversary at a party with the Sulphur Springs swimming pool. about two dozen family members. He was at the pool to relax. Even after seven decades, the romance is He spotted her. alive. “He came over and started talking to me, Nellie said she wrote Hugh a love letter and he was cute, so I talked back with him,” years ago.“He reads it every night,” she said. said Nellie Bailey, of Lutz. And, she still recalls every word of a song “I was 16,” said Nellie, now 87. called “You Belong to My Heart” — their “I was 17,” said Gains Hugh Bailey Sr., song when they were dating. now 88. “He tells me every “That day we went day, ‘I love you more to Whitehead’s than anything in the Drugstore, got a hamworld.’ And, I tell him burger and went to a the same thing, every movie,” Hugh said. day,” Nellie said. They don’t remem“We always kiss ber what movie they goodbye when he goes saw. out the door and kiss “I was looking at when he comes in,” she her, not the movie,” said. Hugh said. “We love each other “We dated every very much. If we have a night the whole sumspat or disagreement, mer,” Nellie said. “We we can’t stay mad, or went to the beaches. go to bed mad, because We bowled and we we won’t be able to sleep if we do. ate out, and we went to movies, and we “I’m miserable as went over to the park soon as we have cross PHOTOS COURTESY OF JANICE KURTZ words and he is, too, so and kissed under the Nellie Bailey’s beauty attracted the atten- the sooner we make trees.” But, then she had tion of Gains Hugh Bailey Sr., more than up, the happier we are,” to return to North 70 years ago, leading to a marriage that’s Nellie said. Carolina to finish high still cherished by both Nellie and Hugh. “We just can’t stay school. He had to finangry. I’ll try to see his ish high school, too. side and he’ll try to see “We wrote about my side, and we kind of once every two communicate on it and weeks. We continued settle it – to both of our on with our normal satisfactions, to where we’re both all right lives, going to school, and dating other boys with it,” Nellie said. and girls. But, we did“Whatever is imporn’t forget each other. tant to him, is We kept writing,” important to me. And, Nellie said. that’s the same way he feels,” she said. Then, she moved to Tampa with her “If it isn’t, I make it family in January of important,” Hugh said. 1946. For instance, he said “We renewed our he learned to fish after dating, dating every she gave him a rod and night,” Nellie said. reel. Then he was draft“I fished when I was Gains Hugh Bailey Sr., when he was ed. a child and he didn’t, so young. I bought him a rod and “He asked me to marry him and go a reel as an anniversary with him. I said,‘OK, let’s go,” Nellie said. present,” Nellie said. They married on March 31, 1946. “Our neighbor was a fisherman, and he “Our first stop was Amarillo, Texas. The started taking me fishing,” Hugh said. next stop was San Antonio,Texas.The third For her part, Nellie expanded her musistop was West Palm Beach. I followed him cal tastes. wherever he was sent. “He likes country music, and I never did “He was honorably discharged in like country music,” she said.“I like country February 1947,” Nellie said. music now.” “We had our first anniversary in Tampa, Hugh was always a good provider, Nellie March 31, and our daughter was born then. said. Right on the day.” “We took vacations every year with the Their second child, a son, also was born children, to the beaches, and camping and on their anniversary in 1951. fishing.We enjoyed them so much.We got a

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Nellie and Gains Hugh Bailey Sr., recently celebrated 70 years of married life, and they relish the love story they share.

boat, and he (Hugh) took them (water) skiing. We’d swim at the beach. We took them fishing,” Nellie said. “We’ve traveled all over the United States, from Maine to San Francisco.We took the whole family, the children and grandchildren, to Yellowstone,” Hugh added. Having fun with each other, with their friends and with their family, has always been important to both of them. “We’ve always had fun. You just can’t have a good marriage without some fun in it,” Nellie said. They also share many fond memories of times they’ve shared together. When they lived in San Antonio, they lived near the Alamo. “Bands would be down there playing every night. Our windows would be open, and we could hear that soft romantic music,” Nellie said.“They had a watermelon

hut there. They served nothing but watermelon down by the water, so we’d have watermelon every night.” Hugh thinks Nellie saved his life. “I went into Afib and my heart was beating 160 beats a minute, and they took me to Tampa General,” Hugh said. He spent seven days in intensive care, with Nellie at his side. “He was heavily sedated,” Nellie said. “They would say:‘He might can hear you.’ “I’d say,‘Hugh can you hear me? Squeeze my hand.’ He’d squeeze my hand,” Nellie said. When they were young, Nellie said, she recalls imagining Hugh the way he looks today. “That’s what I always wanted, for us to grow old together,” she said.“We’re actually still in love. It’s a much deeper love now.” Hugh agreed:“She’s still my sweetheart.”

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CARROLLWOOD TOASTMASTERS The Carrollwood Toastmasters will meet on April 6,April 13 and April 20 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at the Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave., in Tampa. For details, visit Carrollwood.ToastmastersClubs.org.

9 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., for ages 9 and older. Participants can become familiar with a sewing machine, its parts, and how they are used.There will be hands-on practice to thread needles, and sewing lines and curves.A signed liability waiver is required. For information and to register, call (813) 9291214.

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Gulfside Hospice is looking for volunteers for all five of its thrift shops.Volunteers must be at least 15 years old, and commit to at least four hours per week.Volunteers also receive a discount while shopping at the thrift shops. Orientation sessions will be scheduled throughout the month of April.To sign up, for shop locations, and for information, visit GHPPC.org.

James Wall, a student at Steinbrenner High School, will host a benefit concert to collect food for a local food pantry, as a Boy Scout Eagle project.The traditional jazz music concert will be on April 10 at 4 p.m., at Messiah Lutheran Church, 14920 Hutchison Road in Tampa. Musicians include Chuck Berlin, a pianist who has played in New Orleans for nearly 40 years, and John Lamb, a former bassist with the Duke Ellington Jazz Orchestra.Admission is free, but guests are asked to bring a food donation. For information, contact James Wall at (813) 347-8111 or J@mesWall.com.

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Fern Garden Club The Fern Garden Club of Odessa will meet April 7 at 10 a.m., at the Keystone Community Center, 17928 Gunn Highway in Odessa. A master gardener will discuss perennials for all seasons. For information, call (813) 854-1308, or visit FernGardenClub.org.

Flower show, plant sale

Temple Elijah, 21021 State Road 54 in Lutz, will host a community yard sale on May 14 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., and is looking for vendors.A reserved space costs $20. For reservations and information, contact Elizabeth Melendez at (813) 949-9917 or monroejjje@aol.com.

The Dade City Garden Club’s “Flower Show, Plant Sale & Gardener’s Bazaar” will take place April 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at The Dade City Garden Club, 13630 Fifth St., in Dade City. Admission is free. Light refreshments will be served. For information, call (352) 588-9688 or (352) 567-3844.

TOP GOLF FUNDRAISER The GFWC New Tampa Junior Woman’s Club will host its 19th annual charity auction and fundraiser on April 10 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Topgolf Tampa, 10690 Palm River Road.The theme is “Tee It Up for Charity.” Tickets are $75 per person and include a silent auction, 50/50 raffle, buffet dinner and three hours of golf play. All proceeds will go back to the community through donations and service projects. For information and tickets, you can visit the website at GFWCNewTampaJuniors.org/no5000.

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AGATHA CHRISTIE PLAY The New Tampa Players will present a zany,Agatha Christie “whodunit,” with music, on April 7,April 8,April 9 and April 16 at 8 p.m., and April 9,April 10,April 16 and April 17 at 2 p.m., at the University Area Community Center, 14013 N. 22nd St., in Tampa.Tickets are $20 for adults; $17 for students ages 14 and younger, and seniors; and $15 each for groups of 10 or more. For information, call (813) 3866687, or visit New TampaPlayers.org.

THURSDAY MUSICALE CONCERT The final concert of Thursday Musicale’s season will be on April 7 at 2 p.m., at Trinity Presbyterian Church of Seven Springs, 8928 Cypress Lakes Blvd., in New Port Richey.The guest artists will be the scholarship winners for this year: Kristin Nelson,Wiregrass Ranch High School, vocalist; and Kyle Schroeder, J.W. Mitchell High School, jazz saxophonist.Admission is $5 to benefit the group’s scholarship program for graduating high school seniors entering musical careers. For information, call (727) 807-3023.

The Nature Coast Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society will meet on April 12 at 7 p.m., at the Land O’ Lakes Community Center, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. The guest speaker will be Shari Bisset-Clark from the Florida Bat Conservancy, Bat Conservation International, Xerces Society, and the Florida Native Plant Society. She will speak on “Bats of Florida.” There will be light refreshments and a native plant drawing. For information, call (727) 207-1853.

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PIZZA & PJ SHABBAT Congregation Kol Ami, 3919 Moran Road in Tampa, will host a “Pizza & PJ Shabbat” on April 8 at 6 p.m. Shabbat will be celebrated with guitar playing, singing, dancing and food.After a pizza dinner, there will be a child-friendly musical service, and ice cream for dessert.The cost is $5 per person, with a $25 family maximum. Children age 3 and younger are free.The program is recommended for children through second grade. For information or to RSVP, call (813) 9626338.

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SOCIAL SENIORS The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will host “Social Seniors” on April 7 from 10 a.m. to noon, for adults ages 55 and older.There will be coffee, cake and conversation. Seniors can offer programming suggestions, or take time to meet new friends, discuss common interests, or take part in recreational activities. For information, call (813) 9291214.

PRESERVATION SOCIETY MEETING The Historic Hernando Preservation Society will meet on April 7 at 6:30 p.m., at Brooksville City Hall, 201 Howell Ave.The guest speaker will be Andrew Frank, professor at Florida State University.The topic will be “Modern by Tradition: Innovation & Transformation of Seminole Culture.” Admission is free. For information, visit HistoricHernandoPreservationSociety.org.

GLOBAL MISSION CONFERENCE Myrtle Lake Baptist Church will host the Second Annual Global Mission Conference April 8 through April 10 at the church, 2017 Reigler Road in Land O’ Lakes. Missionaries will speak on April 8 at 7 p.m., followed by dessert. On April 9, there will be a men’s prayer breakfast at 7 a.m., and a ladies’ mission luncheon at noon. On April 10, there will be bible study classes at 9 a.m., and a closing worship at 10:30 a.m., followed by a potluck luncheon. For information,

Dreamhouse Theatre will present “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” on April 8,April 9,April 15,April 16, April 22 and April 23 at 8 p.m., and Sunday matinees on April 10,April 17 and April 24 at 3 p.m. For tickets and information, call Bryan D’Onofrio at (813) 997-7146, or visit DreamhouseTheatre.com.

LIBRARY BOOK BAZAAR The Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, will have a book bazaar on April 8 and April 9 from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.There will be a diverse selection of books, audio and video media, magazines, and related materials, most for less than $3. For information, call (352) 567-3576.

AUTHOR MEET AND GREET The New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd., will host “Read Local: Local Authors Meet ‘N Greet” on April 9 at 3:30 p.m. Cindy Campbell from the Florida Writer’s Association will discuss how the association helps authors of all genres grow, finding resources to cultivate an inner muse, and improving writing skills.At 4 p.m., guests can get to know local authors and hear their stories.The event is for adults only. For information, call (813) 273-3652, or visit HCPLC.org.

Participants can learn how to turn recyclable materials into nifty crafts.A signed liability waiver is required, and a dress code must be followed for safety. For information and to register, call (813) 929-1214 . The New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Zephyrhills, will host a children’s craft corner on April 9 at 2 p.m., for kindergarten through third grade. For information, call (813) 788-6375.

All federal retirees and active federal employees can attend the meeting of NARFE Chapters 583 and 1588 on April 11 at the Golden Corral Restaurant, 8928 U.S. 19 in Port Richey.There will be a buffet lunch at noon, followed by the meeting at 1 p.m.The guest speaker will be Brian McNeill on home safety. Spouses and guests are invited. For information, call (727) 845-5545.

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The UF-IFAS Extension Office will present a seminar on April 12 at 1 p.m., at the Hudson Regional Library, 8012 Library Road, on “Closing Your Seasonal Home.” Participants can learn tips on leaving your home for extended periods, and the steps to prepare your home inside and out, prevent mold and mildew, organize important papers, and how to keep your home safe from disasters. Preregistration is not required.

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CHALK ART FESTIVAL The 2016 Chalk Art Festival in downtown New Port Richey will take place April 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., between Grand Boulevard and Adams Street, in the area called Railroad Square.The event is open to artists and the public. Spaces can be reserved for $10. Proceeds from the festival benefit the Pasco Mental Health Foundation. For information, call Dawn Easter at (352) 206-2258.

KIWANIS CLUB FISH FRY The Dade City Kiwanis Club will host the “Roy Hardy Fish Fry” on April 9 from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the Pioneer Florida Museum & Village, 15602 Pioneer Museum Road in Dade City. There will be musical entertainment from 2 p.m. through 8 p.m., and dinners will be served from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.Takeout will be available. No coolers, food, beverages or pets (except service animals) will be allowed. Guests should bring lawn chairs. Tickets are $10 and will benefit the Thomas Promise Foundation and the museum. For information, visit PioneerFloridaMuseum.org.

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Motorists passing through Wesley Chapel today are likely to see it as a place on the move. Within the past decade or so, a landscape once characterized by cattle ranches and citrus groves, has become a place becoming more widely known for its shopping, medical, education and residential options. But, there are plenty of people who remember when the community was more closely associated with timber and turpentine operations, moonshine stills and gator hunts. To help keep those memories alive, the Pasco-Hernando State College’s Porter Campus at Wiregrass Ranch hosted a Wesley Chapel History Fair. The college intends to have the event every year, said Dr. Bonnie Clark, vice president of distance education and provost of the Porter Campus. Speakers at the event were: • Madonna Jervis Wise, author of “Images of America: Wesley Chapel,” who talked about details about the community she unearthed during her research • J.Thomas Touchton, founding chairman of the Tampa Bay History Center, who brought along an 1884 map of Hernando County, when it included Wesley Chapel, though not called that at the time • Quinn Porter Miller, who shared stories about the Porters’ history in Wesley Chapel • Stephanie Bracknell Black, director of the Pioneer Florida Museum & Village, who shared stories about her grandfather, Lonnie Tucker • Angelo Liranzo, a librarian who talked about a project involving the digitizing of more than 100 years of newspapers, and how to access the data Because Wesley Chapel, unlike some communities, did not have a central downtown or a government, Wise relied on information she gleaned from homestead records, pension records and other public records, and interviews with families. As she conducted her research, she learned about the close connections between families.

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“I’ve rarely seen families that cared so much about each other,”Wise said. She was surprised to learn about the important role that music played in Wesley Chapel. “There’s something in Southern Culture that’s known as the fifth Sunday sing. Sometimes it is known as the singing convention,”Wise said, explaining people would gather for an entire day of singing and picnics. “The First Baptist Church of Wesley Chapel was the center.After the convention, they had something that was known as ‘Dinner on the Ground.’This was an all-day thing.” Wise also talked about the turpentine communities, truck patches, gator hunting and moonshining that were part of life in Wesley Chapel. There aren’t many remaining historic houses in Wesley Chapel, and that’s mainly

because most were constructed of wood, Wise said. “We actually only found about three or four homesteads that were still standing.” Quinn Porter Miller, another speaker, applauded the idea of annual history fairs. “My dad would talk about all of these stories. My brother and I would say,‘We’ve just got to get them all in one room, give them some Scotch and hit record.’ “We didn’t get the chance before my dad passed and, thankfully, Madonna (Jervis Wise) was able to get these people together and really document all these wonderful stories and these things, otherwise, that would really go down with the people,” Miller said. Miller told the crowd about her grandfather James Hatcher “Wiregrass” Porter, who moved into the area in 1946 with his wife, Martha. Her dad, Don Porter, was 6 when the

family moved to Wesley Chapel. “Wiregrass’ father, J.B. Porter, or J.B. or Pop Porter, as he was called, bought the land in 1937 from the Rockefeller Land Trust, for somewhere around $3 an acre,” Miller said. When Wiregrass moved to the area, he and his family lived in an old frame house. “My grandma Martha would cook these three hot meals a day on a Coleman stove. No electricity, no running water up there until they built their red brick house on (State Road) 54 in 1960,” Miller said. “I don’t know if anyone could have known how this area would grow,” Miller said. But, the family has always known how important education is, and that’s what inspired the gift of 60 acres where Porter Campus now sits. She recalled her father’s determination to help make that happen. “He knew how important it was that a student could go from preschool through college without having to leave the Wesley Chapel community,” she said. And, when Don Porter came to the college’s dedication ceremony shortly before his death, he was thrilled by the college, she said. She recalls him saying:“Can you believe this? Isn’t it wild?” Touchton also recalled Don Porter’s vision for the area. “I remember visiting with Don when he would show me the master plan, as it was being developed. He was willing to be patient, and he would point out different areas of the property – this will be residential, this will be shopping, this will be education, this will be sports. He was very, very proud of the vision, in conjunction with his brothers, of course, and I’m sure J.D. and Quinn,” Touchton said. Black shared tales of the legendary Lonnie Tucker, known for his gator hunting abilities and his marksmanship. To her, though, he was her grandpa. She recalled asking him once to bring two big watermelons to share at school. He did. But, he also brought scores of small watermelons so all kinds of people got to take one home. The annual history fair aims to help prevent such memories from fading away.

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MEDICARE ASSISTANCE The New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Wesley Chapel, will host a SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elderly) representative to answer Medicare questions on April 7 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. For information, call (813) 788-6375.

The Medical Center of Trinity, 9330 State Road 54, will host “Start Your Engines” on April 9 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will feature a car show with more than 200 entries, model airplanes, a Teddy bear clinic for kids,“Ask the Doctor” education stations and more. For information on the car show, call (727) 514-0500. For general information, call (727) 834-5630.

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The maternity suites at Oak Hill Hospital will host a healthy pregnancy class on April 12 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at its Graduate Medical Education building, 11307 Cortez Blvd., in Brooksville. Participants can learn about fetal development, nutrition and exercise, hazards and warning signs, medical care, discomforts and remedies, and emotions.The class will be followed by a tour. For information, contact Taylor Theodore at (352) 585-2543 or taylor@bellytobaby.org.

DIABETIC EDUCATION Access Health Care, 5382 Spring Hill Drive in Spring Hill, will have a seminar on “Diabetic Distress: How to overcome barriers to success” on April 11 at 1 p.m. The seminar is for anyone who has been diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and family. For information and reservations, call (352) 597-7249.

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WHARTON NEWSPAPER EARNS GOLD STATUS The staff of Wharton High School’s newspaper, the Predator, earned gold status from the Florida Scholastic Press Association, after receiving 22 out of 25 points on the association’s critique. Evaluators gave the newspaper special distinction in its coverage of news, feature and sports stories that affect its audience. Out of a possible 5 points in each category, the staff received 5 in coverage, 4.5 in reader aids, 4.5 in layout and design, 4 in sound writing/editing, and 4 in photography/visuals. The Predator staff missed receiving AllFlorida honors by just one point. More than 2,000 high school newspapers from across Florida entered newspapers for critiques this year.

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The final concert of Thursday Musicale’s season will be on April 7 at 2 p.m., at Trinity Presbyterian Church of Seven Springs, 8928 Cypress Lakes Blvd., in New Port Richey. The guest artists will be the scholarship winners for this year: Kristin Nelson, Wiregrass Ranch High School, vocalist; and Kyle Schroeder, J.W. Mitchell High School, jazz saxophonist. Admission is $5 to benefit the group’s scholarship program for graduating high school seniors entering musical careers. For information, call (727) 807-3023.

CAMPUS OPEN HOUSES Pasco-Hernando State College will host open houses at all five of its campuses in April. The events are aimed at 2016-2017 high school graduates who are undecided on college plans and any potential students seeking higher education opportunities. Attendees can learn about the variety of certificate, associate and bachelor degree programs offered through the college. There also will be opportunities for campus tours and information on admissions, financial aid, scholarships, and more than 50 clubs and organizations available. Open house dates and locations include: • Porter Campus at Wiregrass Ranch, 2727 Mansfield Blvd., in Wesley Chapel: April 7 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. • North Campus, 11415 Ponce de Leon Blvd., in Brooksville:April 12 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. (financial aid workshop included) • West Campus, 10230 Ridge Road in New Port Richey:April 12 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. • Spring Hill Campus, 450 Beverly Court:April 13 from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (financial aid workshop included) For information, visit PHSC.edu/calendar.

ROUND UP AT JOHN LONG Dr. John Long Middle School, 2025 Mansfield Blvd., in Wesley Chapel, will host the annual PTSA “Round Up” on April 8 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This is its largest community event to support the continued A-rated education needs of the students.There will be games, prizes, food and a disc jockey. For information, visit JohnLongPTSA on Facebook, or call (813) 346-6200.

CHAMBERLAIN HIGH REUNION Chamberlain High School Class of 1961 will celebrate its 55th year of graduation with a reunion on April 9 at 10 a.m., at Lowry Park Pavilion 115. Classmates should

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JAZZ CONCERT FUNDRAISER James Wall, a student at Steinbrenner High School, will host a benefit concert to collect food for a local food pantry, as a Boy Scout Eagle project. The traditional jazz music concert will be on April 10 at 4 p.m., at Messiah Lutheran Church, 14920 Hutchison Road in Tampa. Musicians include Chuck Berlin, a pianist who has played in New Orleans for nearly 40 years, and John Lamb, a former bassist with the Duke Ellington Jazz Orchestra.Admission is free, but guests are asked to bring a food donation. For information, contact James Wall at (813) 347-8111 or J@mesWall.com.

HOMESCHOOL DAY Cracker Country, a rural Florida living history museum at the Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 U.S. 301 in Tampa, will host Homeschool Day on April 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Students can learn about the lives of settlers in rural Florida before the turn of the 20th century through hands-on activities. The theme for the day is “Make and Take Crafts.” Educators in historic dress will be on hand at the 1885 Carlton House, railroad depot, general store, church and other authentic structures. Participants can make toys, dolls and helpful items for the household, and can also learn to operate an early 20th century printing press and make postcards. Admission is $8 per person, ages 4 through adult. Children younger than age 3 are free.Tickets can be purchased online at CrackerCountry.org. For information, call (813) 627-4225.

HEAD START APPLICATIONS BEING ACCEPTED The Pasco County Schools Early Childhood Programs Department will have open application days across the county for Head Start and Early Head Start for 20162017. Expectant mothers and parents/guardians of infants, toddlers and children through age 4 may apply. Eligibility is based on family need and income. Locations, dates and times are as follows: • RCMA-The Stallings Building, 15029 14th St., Dade City, on April 20 and May 17, from 8:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. • Lacoochee Elementary School, 38815 Cummer Road in Dade City, on April 20 and May 26 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. • Alice Hall Community Center, Zephyr Park, 38116 Fifth Ave., Zephyrhills, on April 26 and May 23, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. • District Office Complex, Portable 23, 20425 Gator Lane in Land O’ Lakes, on April 28 and May 25 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. For required documents and information, visit PascoSchools.org/ecp, or call Alexis Russell at (727) 774-2730 or (813) 794-2730.

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MUSIC, from page 1A a strict adjudication process facilitated by Tampa Bay professors of music at the University of South Florida and at the Ybor City campus of Hillsborough Community College. The Florida and International Young Soloist Program seeks to identify talented musicians, ages 14 through 26, who have a disability.The intention is to increase the musician’s likelihood of having a successful career in the arts, according to a news release from the VSA Florida, at the University of South Florida. The program delivers opportunities for serious music students to showcase their abilities at venues throughout Florida. In a partnership with the Florida Orchestra and Ashley Furniture, each winner will perform at Vinoy Park in St. Petersburg in October at the orchestra’s annual Concert in the Park. The international award is presented to four outstanding musicians, two from the United States and the other two from the international arena. Winners of the international competition each receive a $2,500 award, professional development and the opportunity to perform at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Williams has learned to play by listening to music and observing other pianists, on YouTube and in other venues. He has performed at various events and in competitions. One highlight so far was an appearance at a conference in Orlando for the Center for Autism and Related Disabilities, where he performed before Temple Grandin. Grandin is perhaps the most prominent author and speaker, who has autism. She didn’t speak until she was 3, and her parents, at one point, were told she should be institutionalized.

Williams’ mother — Stephanie Stevens — understands the frustrations that parents face when they have a child with autism. Williams, like Grandin, was diagnosed at age 3. “He wasn’t talking. He wasn’t progressing as quickly as he should,” Stevens said. The doctors were not much help. “People were very much in the dark about autism” she said. She was raising her son as a single mother, doing shiftwork in London. She decided to move to the United States in 2007 to join most of her family members, who were already living here. Since then, she has married her husband, Ralph, who has been a tremendous source of support for her and her son. She credits faith for helping her son succeed in music, despite his difficulties. “People prayed over him, constantly. And, my belief is that it was that power of prayer that has helped him overcome these things,” she said, referring to challenges posed by autism. Williams, who graduated from Wesley Chapel High School, said he plays piano daily, usually twice a day. He handles all kinds of musical gigs — helping to raise funds for charities and to earn money. He hopes to pursue a career that involves music, too. One of his goals is to use his music to help raise awareness about autism, he said. He’s also delighted to be named one of the top three soloists in Florida in the VSA competition. “I felt quite special,” he said.“I was a bit surprised, actually.” His mom is thrilled, too. “For him to be where he is now, to me, is a blessing,” she said. “It just shows what you can do, no matter what your difficulties or disabilities.”

GRANTS, from page 1A The façade rehabilitation grant is a follow-up of the CRA’s $10,000 Residential Paint Grant Program, which was approved at last month’s council meeting. To create an incentive for residents and businesses to participate in both programs, the CRA recently partnered with the Sherwin-Williams paint store in Zephyrhills to provide a 50 percent discount in paint purchases for grant qualifiers. City Council president Ken Burgess pointed out the program is beneficial for aiding commercial businesses in keeping up with stronger code enforcements within the CRA district. “I think this (will) be a good (way) to show that we’re not just trying to make things tougher; we’re also willing to help

WIREGRASS, from page 1A Hollister’s. Soleciety Sneaker Boutique, next to Zales, sells hard-to-find, limited edition sneakers. VisionWorks is a national eye care chain that will open in fall 2016 on an outparcel in front of Moe’s Southwest Grill, near Barnes & Noble Booksellers.The shop sells exclusive brand-name frames, lenses, sunglasses and accessories, and provides eye health care, including examinations for corrective lenses or contacts. Rocket Fizz Soda Pop & Candy Shop will appeal to sweet tooths, at its spot near JC Penney. The shop, which is opening in spring, is a nostalgic trip back to the 1940s and ’50s, with a soda fountain flair.“It’s got a cool, hip flavor to it,” Lenners said. Customers can browse the shelves for retro and gag gifts, concert and movie

along the way, too,” he said. Hamilton said she’s focused on “selling” the program to the community, and making sure people in the district understand the overall purpose of the CRA. “I want to try to use as many carrots as I possibly can to get people to understand the vision of what the city and the CRA is trying to do, and that we’re not just saying, ‘You have to do this,’ but we’re also giving you a hand up in getting it done,” Hamilton said. “We’re all in this together. Code enforcement and the city and the CRA are all working together, and this grant is there to help them.” Other initiatives the CRA has focused on include a neighborhood cleanup program, restoration of the historic Jeffries Home and a master plan for the development of Zephyr Park. posters, and tin signs. VomFASS Oils, Vinegars, Spirits & Wines will open in late spring near Center Court. The shop sells premium cooking oils, balsamics, vinegar specialties and an exclusive choice of fruit balsamic vinegars. Spirits, liqueurs and wines also will be available. 3D Musketeers Printing sells custom, color printed three-dimensional figurines. Irish 31 is known to its customers at “The People’s Pub.” The ale house, near Panera Bread, will serve up traditional Irish food, vegetarian dishes, Southern favorites and comfort foods, along with a large selection of beers, wine and specialty cocktails. The eatery’s name in part is from founder Jay Mize, who wore jersey number 31 as a member of the University of South Florida’s football squad. A fall opening is planned. “It’s going to be a nice restaurant with Irish appeal to it,” said Lenners.“It will add extra flavor (to the mall).”

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Senior nears Sunlake home run record By Kevin Weiss

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From Courtney Durbin to Stephanie Frances, Sunlake softball coach Nelson Garcia has seen his fair share of power hitters in his five seasons at the school. Perhaps none is more powerful than senior catcher/third baseman Gianna Basilone, who leads all Tampa Bay area hitters with seven home runs, through 19 games. One more dinger and she’ll tie Sunlake’s singleseason home run record set by Samantha Dittman in 2009. In addition to her home run total, Basilone has 28 RBIs to go along with an eye-popping .448 batting average. The senior’s performance, both at the plate and behind the plate, has led to a scholarship offer from Oklahoma State University, which is coached by Kenny Gajewski, a former assistant with the Florida Gators. The Sunlake slugger is still waiting on a financial package from the university before she commits. Coach Garcia called Basilone a “coach’s dream” because of work ethic, leadership and, of course, on-field results. “You get these certain players, I won’t say every year, but you get these players, you can’t replace them. They’re irreplaceable,” Garcia said.“Somebody can come in and say they can hit eight home runs or nine home runs, but it doesn’t replace these players.As people, they’re awesome, and as teammates and leaders. It’s the same thing with (former

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Sunlake senior Gianna Basilone is one of the top power hitters in the Tampa Bay area. She has a scholarship offer on the table from Oklahoma State University.

players) Stephanie Francis or Courtney Durbin.” While Basilone has always been known for the pop her in her bat—she mashed six home runs last season—she’s become an even more imposing slugger after Garcia implemented a team weight-training program in the offseason. The program has helped Basilone get stronger and quicker — aspects that are imperative for making an impact at the Division I level.

“There’s always things I can like improve on,” said Basilone, who started attending Sunlake as a sophomore after moving from Pittsburgh.“It’s such a higher pace up in college.” As Basilone has filled up the stat sheet, some opposing teams have started to approach her at-bats differently. Instead of giving her pitches to hit, teams have resorted to giving her a free pass to avoid facing her. “After my first few at-bats, they try to find a weakness that I have. Or, some people just

walk me or hit me,” Basilone said. “There was one game (against Hudson on Feb. 26) she had two home runs. ...I was surprised they pitched to her the second time,” Garcia said, adding,“I wouldn’t have pitched to her.” The strategy of avoiding Basilone’s bat only works so well, as Sunlake (13-7) features a lineup with seven everyday players batting over .350. In his lineups, Garcia opts to place senior Cassidy Roberts (.435 batting average, 16 RBIs) ahead of Basilone, and freshman sensation Shelby Lansing (.438. 20 RBIs) behind her in the lineup. “I like to try to do to people what the (New York) Yankees used to do from a few years ago,” Garcia said.“I want (teams) to be tired by the time they get through our order.Then we can go small ball.” With a 7-3-district mark, the Seahawks have aspirations of winning their district, and making a deep run into the postseason. “I’ve told these girls from Day 1 when we started practicing that I’m very confident that if we play our game, and stay within ourselves, we can go out and compete against anybody out there,” Garcia said. Basilone added this year’s team is “definitely” the best one she’s been on in her three seasons at Sunlake. “All the girls that I’m playing with want to go to college, and they all are here for a reason,” she said. “They give their full effort...and they’re just all really competitive. “That’s how we all click, too.”

Former pro cyclist organizes community rides By Kevin Weiss

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A former professional cyclist has created a weekend community cycling ride in Dade City that welcomes riders of all skill levels. The ride, organized by Josh and Kaleigh Thornton, takes place each Saturday at 8 a.m., at the parking lot next to 14112 Eighth Street in Dade City. Rides are typically two hours long, with varying paces, depending on each member’s skill level. Thornton, a professional cyclist from 2005 to 2009 and former member of the U.S. National Team, wanted to create a community ride to promote the cycling industry and bike advocacy in the area. He said there’s currently a core group of 10 to 15 riders that have been showing up each Saturday over the past few months. “It’s a really good ride, because it truly is for all skill levels,”Thornton, 37, said.“There’s other rides that are very fast and for very skilled riders, and a lot of people are intimidated by that, so this is kind of neat because it’s for anyone. We wanted something that really started in Dade City; there was nothing like that.” “There’s no cost. Just show up and go, and hopefully hang out and meet some new people,” he added. Throughout the course of the two-hour ride, the cyclists usually log about 30 miles, pedaling at an average pace of 13 mph to 15 mph. However, some less-experienced riders can opt to start out slow, and work their way up. Thornton noted the group will typically

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Sunlake weightlifting program honored

The Sunlake girls weightlifting program was recently awarded the Sunshine Athletic Conference (SAC) championship for the 2015-2016 season. Senior Brianna Anderson, right, was named Lifter of the Year, while Denise Garcia was named Coach of the Year. Anderson won a state championship in the 183-pound division on Feb. 6, recording a 165-pound bench press and a 220-pound clean-and-jerk. She plans to enter the Navy after she graduates.

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“head out toward the hills” and ride along Darby Road. Other times, they’ll head north and hop on the Withlacoochee Trail. “The roads that we pick are generally the less-traveled roads.That’s generally how most cyclists try to think,” he said.“We do have a couple different routes that we’ve done.” Instead of trying Josh Thornton to finish first, the rides are more about enjoying the scenery, and getting in some early weekend exercise. “We have a protective group; we’re looking out for the other riders,”Thornton said. “You ride differently when you’re thinking like that as opposed to where you’re muscling around with the guys, jockeying for position.” While still a small group,Thornton hopes the local rides will grow to the point where there can be multiple groups — like an A, B and C group —that can more closely match each rider’s skill level. Although no longer a professional racer, Thornton is still very much involved in the cycling industry. He operates a bike promotions and coaching business called Wicked Awesome Racing, and has also spawned a cyclo-cross racing series. As opposed to a road race on pavement,

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A regular group of about 10 to 15 people has been taking part in the rides for the past few months.

Thornton’s Wicked Awesome Racing Series events are held on closed courses, like at Stanley Park in Lacoochee. According to Thornton, cyclo-cross is currently the fastest growing form of cycling. “It’s a much different form of cycling,” said Thornton, who competed in both road races and closed-circuit races (criteriums) as a professional.“It’s almost like a minor steeplechase kind of a race. It reminds me of cross-country in high school. You have a modified road bike— a little bit wider tires with knobs on them and the brakes are more like a mountain bike style brake.” “The cool part about it is it’s a seven- to

eight-minute loop, so you see the (racers) multiple times. It has this spectator-friendly aspect to it that you really don’t get when you go to a road race,” he added. With Pasco County’s rolling hills and varying elevation points, the area offers an ideal setting for the cyclo-cross races, Thornton said. “I’m from New England originally, and people see photos of (the course) and they don’t believe its Florida, because they think it’s flat as a pancake and there’s (only) beaches here,” he said. For more information about the community rides, e-mail wickedawesomeracing@gmail.com or call (352)-444-6413.

Wharton track shines at Western Conference meet The Wharton boys and girls track and field teams fared well at the Western Conference National Division meet on March 23 at Armwood High. The girls won the meet with 194 points, while the boys took second with 127. Both teams competed against eight other schools in Hillsborough County (Freedom, King, Tampa Bay Tech, Middleton, Hillsborough, Chamberlain, Armwood and Strawberry Crest). The boys scored individual event victories in the following: • 1-mile by sophomore Noah Damjanovic in 4:39.83

• 2-mile by Damjanovic in 10:19.42 • Pole vault by senior James Santana by clearing 10-feet, 6-inches The girls scored individual event victories in the following: • Pole vault by senior Gabby Paul by clearing 9-feet, 6-inches • 1-mile by junior Bryanna Rivers in 5:29.13 • 400-meters by junior Searra Woods in 57.71 seconds • 800-meters by junior Rivers in 2:23.45 • 4x400-meter relay in 4:16.81 • 4x800-meter relay in 10:43.75

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Seed of idea takes root in garden By Kathy Steele ksteele@lakerlutznews.com

onstruction trailers once cluttered the vacant lot on a hilly rise across from Florida Hospital Zephyrhills. Now, a community garden is taking root there, as hospital employees, one by one, build garden beds that will sprout with vegetables, flowers and herbs. The Florida Hospital Zephyrhills CREATION Health Community Garden sits behind a white picket fence, on Dairy Road directly behind the hospital. The garden is a complementary piece to the hospital’s new CREATION Health Wellness Center. The center offers gym memberships, personal training, a Kid Zone play area, free cooking demonstrations, healthy lifestyle seminars and more. “This is kind of tying it all together,” said Kelley Sasser, the hospital’s director of process improvement. Garden beds can be rented by anyone in the community for $75 annually, with no charge for the soil. Some beds are built tall enough to accommodate gardeners with mobility issues. Sasser and David Force, who works in the same department as a specialist, are the garden’s promoters. Force brings gardening expertise to the project; Sasser is a passionate cheerleader. “We’ve taken the garden under our wings,” Sasser said.“That is what (David) eats and breathes.” Force credits his grandmother with giving him a love of gardening. He grew up in Zephyrhills and Dade City, but every summer he visited his grandmother who could coax plants to grow in the worst of conditions. “She always had a garden,” he said.“This was in north Florida in the middle of sand.” It was a happy time, he said.“That’s some of my best memories.” Initially, Force wanted to create a garden for hospital volunteers. “The hospital thought that was a good idea but wanted to go further,” Force added. It took nearly three years from merely having an idea to actually digging in the dirt, but on March 16, the first of 70 garden beds were nailed together and filled with fertile soil. Force has about 500 plants growing in a small greenhouse, from seeds donated by Lowe’s home improvement store in Zephyrhills. Tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, zucchini, squash, lavender and cilantro are among the plants ready to sprout. Ultimately, these fresh veggies and herbs could find their way to the hospital’s cafeteria or into a cooking demo at the wellness center. One long-range goal is to have enough community involvement that a farmer’s market might be held once a month, Force said. Or, maybe a cooperative, he added, “which would be wonderful.” At the mid-March kickoff, hospital employees walked over throughout the morning and into the lunch hour, to help with the gardening tasks.

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The landmark Zephyrhills’ water tower looms just behind Florida Hospital Zephyrhills’ CREATION Health Community Garden. Garden beds, aquaponics, butterfly gardens and an educational pavilion will make up the 2-acre garden.

Florida Hospital Zephyrhills’ Brett Uravich and Kim Friedmeyer select lumber for building raised garden beds.

Several volunteers sported T-shirts with the message, “Doing Good in the Neighborhood.” Florida Hospital Zephyrhills is the only hospital in the area with a community garden.As one of 45 hospitals in the Adventist Health System, it is the second hospital in the system to start a community garden.The first started at an Adventist Hospital in Castle Rock, Colorado. A gazebo, garden shed and a small greenhouse are on-site.Walkways and landscaping give the 2-acre garden a tranquil, inviting ambiance. Aquaponics, an education pavilion, a butterfly garden and a small orchard will be added during the second phase. Benches also will be placed throughout the garden, which now is dotted with red and yellow hibiscus in ceramic planters. The garden also nurtures the spirit. It embraces the tenants of the Adventist faith and lifestyle, including trust, Casio Jones smooths top soil into one of the new raised garoutlook and nutrition, said den beds.

David Force, a process improvement specialist, brought the idea of a community garden to managers at Florida Hospital Zephyrhills. He learned to love gardening from his grandmother. David Force moves fresh top soil into one of the many raised garden beds that will be available for participants at Florida Hospital Zephyrhills’ CREATION Health Community Garden.

Casio Jones, director of the hospitals’ wellness center. “You’re building oneness with the Lord,” Jones said. There are social bonds that also knit a community together. “That increases your ability to see things in a positive way,” he said. “You plant and you reap something good. I just know this is going to be an opportunity for us to partner with our community better.” Natasha Forbes-Thorne looks forward to

A white picket fence surrounds the Florida Hospital Zephyrhills’ CREATION Health Community Garden.

quiet lunches in the gazebo, and creating salads from the vegetables she’ll grow in the garden. Her son donated funds to buy the gazebo, and she served on the hospital’s community garden committee. “My big thing is teaching the next generation to do sustained gardening, and to know where their food comes from,” said Forbes-Thorne, the hospital’s rehabilitation director.“I see how real this is.This is gold right here.”

A tray of seedlings sits in a temporary storage area prior to being planted in Florida Hospital Zephyrhills’ CREATION Health Community Garden.

PET of the WEEK

PHOTOS COURTESY OF LUCY AVILA

Miss Pasco County Olivia Butler with a four-legged friend.

Dogs’ Day not a complete washout Early rain may have forced an early day, but Dogs’ Day in Dade City still went on with dogs and their humans. Sponsors for the event were the Dade City Youth Council, Dog-Mania & Cats, Farmer’s Feed Depot, Pet Supermarket, Dade City Animal Clinic, and The Garden Café. The NJROTC of Pasco High School presented the colors, and served as volunteers. Olivia Butler, Miss Pasco County, sang the National Anthem, started the dog parade and served as one of the judges in various contests. Dade City Mayor Camille Hernandez welcomed everyone, and the Youth Council assisted vendors in setting up and taking down tents. Due to the rain, the raffle ticket sales will be extended until April 16, and winning tickets will be selected on April 17.Tickets can be purchased at Farmer’s Feed Depot, 14648 Seventh St., in Dade City. The proceeds will go to Dogs’ Day in Dade City. For information, call (352) 567-3568.

Laddie is a ‘chick magnet’ Laddie is a good boy and stays in his yard to greet people as they walk by — many of whom stop by to pet him. Laddie’s proud owner, Mike Moriarty, says more people know Laddie than him. Moriarty and Laddie spend their winters in Zephyrhills.

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Land O’ Lakes Winery celebrated its oneyear anniversary with a party to launch its own wine brand on March 26. Owners Sue Hardy and Corey Kempton entertained guests with live music, a food truck, winery tours, wine and gift giveaways. The winery, at 3901 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes, teaches courses in how to make wines.The handcrafted brand of wine – Super Tuscan – is made, bottled and labeled at the winery. For information call (813) 995-9463, visit LandOLakesWinery.com, or become a follower on Facebook at LandOLakesWinery.

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