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10 BUTTERFLY GARDEN Plant one this spring 16 WE HEART MOM And kiddos too 18 PARENTING UNCENSORED Handling the good, bad and the ugly 26 MIDDLE AGES Girlstories program empowers tweens

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32 CYBERSMART Raise good digital citizens 36 NOT JUST A MOM Rediscovering your true self 46 EXTRAORDINARY WOMAN Sara Blakely

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Hopefully your family will be taking some time this month to appreciate mothers young and old. Moms, or CFOs (Chief )DPLO\ 2IĂ€FHUV DV , OLNH WR FDOO WKHP DUH WKH JOXH WKDW NHHSV most families together. But while you’ve been wrapped up in the busy lives of your family have you lost yourself ? On page 36, Sue LeBreton shares her “ahaâ€? moment and what she did to incorporate excitement and a different mind back into her life.

Like those that come along with being mom, responsibilities are a part of everyday life. Many parents strive to instill this idea in their kids early on in life and how we comport ourselves online is a responsibility that applies more today than ever. Licensed psychologist and middle school principal at Carrollwood Day School Allison Agliata offers insight on establishing online boundaries and goals that will help your child grow into a responsible digital learner on page 32.

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Since May is for mothers, I wanted to feature a local mom that has taken her work across the world.

Now you may not know this month’s Extraordinary Woman’s name but you probably have one of her products — Spanx. Sara Blakely started her business with $5,000 and turned it into a billion-dollar corporation. With the launch of her new store in International Plaza last month, I got a chance to chat with her. See what she had to say on page 46.

Don’t forget that summer is inching closer. As of May 1, there are only about six weeks until bay area schools let out for the summer break. Is your family summer camp ready? If not, don’t panic.

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Last month, our nation was once again gripped by tragedy when a student went on a stabbing spree at a Pennsylvania school. Little is known about the student but many would argue that there had to have been signs leading up to the attack. This month, Dr. Shefali Tsabary discusses GLIĂ€FXOW FKLOGUHQ DQG KRZ WKH\ LQWHUDFW DQG UHDFW FRXOG EH PDVNLQJ RWKHU SUREOHPV /HDUQ PRUH on page 18.

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0RUH WKDQ VSHFLHV RI EXWWHUĂ LHV KDYH EHHQ reported in Hillsborough County alone. Early spring is the best time to start your garden. &RPPRQ EXWWHUĂ \ VSHFLHV LQ ZHVW FHQWUDO Florida vary by season and include the Monarch, Queen, Zebra Longwing, Gulf Fritillary, Giant Swallowtail, Cloudless Sulphur and Great Southern White, according to Kristen Gilpin, outside coordinator at MOSI. “Right around Valentine’s Day is about the latest we expect a frost, so any time after then is a great time to get started,â€? Gilpin says. “The downside is that this is before our rainy season gets started in the summer, so your new garden will need attention and supplemental water until our summer rains arrive.â€?

in a water garden or by adding sand to a bird bath and keeping it moist, or simply allowing for mud puddles in your garden,� Hannah says.

Plant Native Flowering Plants 0RVW VSHFLHV RI EXWWHUĂ LHV XVH QHFWDU DV WKHLU PDLQ VRXUFH RI IRRG VR LQFOXGLQJ Ă RZHULQJ SODQWV in your garden is essential. It’s important to plant QDWLYH Ă RZHUV EHFDXVH WKH EXWWHUĂ LHV GHSHQG on native plants for survival and reproduction. “Native plants are specially adapted to live here in Florida. They are the right plant for the right place and many Florida animal species are adapted to utilize those plants. Together our native plants and animals create a harmonious ecosystem full of natural checks and balances,â€? Gilpin says.

Good native plant selections include Tropical Sage, Firebush, Scorpion Tail, Ironweed, Blazing 6WDU *ROGHQURG %HDFK 6XQà RZHU 7DPSD 0RFN Vervain, Spanish needles, and Florida Tassel Flower, according to Gilpin. There are many non-native plants that are good choices for your EXWWHUà \ JDUGHQ DV ZHOO ´:H UHFRPPHQG XVLQJ plants that are Florida friendly. Florida friendly plants are native and non-native species that are well adapted to our weather and climate and can handle the extreme weather that we have each year without needing a lot of fertilizer and extra water,� she says. To learn more, check out http:// à RULGD\DUGV RUJ I\SODQWV 6LQFH EXWWHUà LHV QHHG nectar throughout their adult life, choose plants that bloom in early, mid and late summer. Annual and biennial plants often have a long bloom season and will cover those temporary bloom gaps in your perennial garden, Hannah adds.

Gilpin suggests planting cassia, especially native species like privet cassia and bahama cassia, native varieties of passionvine, such as maypop and corky stem passionvine, and native species of pipevine like the woolly dutchman’s pipe.

Avoid Herbicides and Pesticides These products contain chemicals that kill EXWWHUĂ LHV DQG RWKHU EHQHĂ€FLDO LQVHFWV LQ WKHLU larval and adult phases. As you plant and tend your garden, you can talk with your child about KRZ WKH FKRLFHV \RX PDNH DIIHFW WKH EXWWHUĂ LHV and their habitat.

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Laura Lane and her husband have two children and a giant Bernese Mountain Dog, who loves digging in the garden as much as the kids do.

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EXWWHUĂ LHV ZLOO WDNH XS UHVLGHQFH WKHUH DQG QRW just pass through. Gilpin says there are a few must-have host plants for the Tampa Bay area Provide Resting Places $GG Ă DW OLJKW FRORUHG VWRQHV ZKHUH EXWWHUĂ LHV that each attract more than one species of can rest their wings and bask in the sun. Also EXWWHUĂ LHV LQFOXGLQJ PLONZHHG IRU 0RQDUFK DQG PLANT ONE THIS SPRING make sure you have some wet, sandy spots, 4XHHQ EXWWHUĂ LHV *LOSLQ VXJJHVWV SODQWLQJ QDWLYH .......................

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hen children misbehave, act in a juvenile manner instead of responsibly, talk disrespectfully to us, \HOO DW XV RU SLWFK D ÀW LW FDQ EH XWWHUO\ frustrating for parents.

If a child’s behavior deteriorates further into failing classes, going behind our back, lying or heaven forbid stealing, the connection we inherently have with them can quickly morph into anger, perhaps even rage.

As a child’s behavior spirals downhill, the child we so love can become our worst nightmare.

Whether our reaction to such behavior is that of anger, guilt-tripping, grounding or loss of privileges, the discipline we administer is rarely the last word on the issue. The child’s response isn’t usually, “You make a really good point. I want to change what I’m doing.â€? ,QVWHDG WKH SUREOHP JHQHUDOO\ LQWHQVLĂ€HV WDNLQJ RQH RI three forms.

Some children become compliant because they want to keep us happy or please us. Often only in midlife do such children wake up to the realization they are merely going through the motions of a life that was pushed on them. Children with this temperament may become a battered wife, an abused husband or experience a midlife crisis because they sense the life they built isn’t at all true to who they really are.

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7KLQNLQJ ZH UDLVHG VXFK D JUHDW NLG ZH ÀQG RXU DQJHO has been lying to us about their homework and hasn’t turned in an assignment all semester.

The third way children react to many of the usual forms of discipline is to rebel, especially as they enter their teens. Drinking, doing drugs, engaging in sex, and cutting up or cutting out at school become the norm, and we’re left wondering how a child from such a good home turned out this way.

In the worst case scenario, a child may begin to selfharm. This can take a variety of forms, including binging, anorexia, cutting and suicide.

Parenting has tended to revolve around either requiring children to toe the line or allowing them to be a free

spirit. The evidence that neither polarity works is all around us in the confusion, depression, dysfunction and hostility that mars the lives of so many children.

As a clinical child psychologist, I’ve had the opportunity to witness how disciplining our children doesn’t work any more than a laissez faire approach.

From my experience with my daughter, I saw that none of the popular methods of raising children — the tricks and tips of the countless books on bookstore shelves — are truly effective. Which is what led me to “conscious parenting.�

What all of us desire for our children is someone who grows up to be aware. By aware, I mean knowing their own mind and being able to connect from the heart.

We want your children to become young adults who both hear their inner voice and can express it. You want them to learn about themselves — what makes them tick, what’s unique about them and what they truly enjoy. For only when a person values themselves, believes in themselves, and loves doing whatever they may be doing are they truly happy. Plus, only to the degree that we love ourselves and our life are we going to be able to love others and want to make their lives better. )RU D FKLOG WR ÀQG IXOÀOOPHQW LW¡V FUXFLDO WKH\ GLVFRYHU the difference between their heartfelt feelings and the tendency we all have, until we learn to train ourselves otherwise, to react to situations with untamed emotion.

In other words, a child who grows up to be true to themselves, contributing to the family and the broader society in their special way, is a child who engages in self-discovery coupled with emotional containment and self-regulation.

With a self-disciplined child, no one has to be on their case. They don’t require shaming or guilt-tripping to get them to do things. There’s never a need for instilling fear in them, being angry with them, grounding them, RU LQà LFWLQJ DQ\ IRUP RI SXQLVKPHQW Conscious parenting doesn’t resort to discipline.

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0DQ\ RI XV WHQG WR WKLQN LQ WHUPV RI KRZ ZH QHHG WR ÀJXUH RXW D FRQVHTXHQFH IRU ZKDW RXU child may have done. But when we as parents step in to devise what we call a consequence, we aren’t allowing consequences to do their vital work. In fact, we’re doing the very opposite.

We’ve resorted to punishment — and punishment always builds resentment, which doesn’t bode well for a child’s chances of growing up to be self-regulating.

Consequences are never imposed. Rather, they are the natural outcome of a person’s behavior. When consequences are allowed to do their important work, a child learns from the simple correlation of cause and effect.

The big challenge we have as parents is not to intervene to rescue a child from the consequences of their behavior—unless life or limb is threatened.

To illustrate, a child who doesn’t complete their homework assignment doesn’t learn to be self-regulating when we nag them, impose restrictions on them and in other ways cajole them. We have made completing homework the goal at the expense of the more important life lesson of natural consequences, which is terribly shortsighted.

Neither do children learn to be organized if, whenever they are so disorganized as to run late, we repeatedly bail them out by driving them to school or some other event because they missed their ride.

If a child speaks to us in an ugly fashion, where’s the connection between taking away their computer or cellphone?

Parents have a hard time with disrespect. But a child’s disrespect for us is no different from the way we often speak to one another as adults. Do we take each other’s cellphones? Of course not.

Like a lack of academic motivation or a lack of organization, disrespect is something to be discussed — just as we discuss these issues with a spouse, a friend or an employee.

Questions need to be asked such as what’s triggering the disrespect, so that we get to the underlying issue. Are we perhaps in some way imposing our agenda, causing our child to feel invalidated? This is often what leads to disrespect, disconnection and friction between couples, for instance.

Honoring a child as a unique person, with a right to pursue their unique path in life instead of having to bend to ours, requires that we know our boundaries as parents. We don’t walk all over our children, either verbally or by forcing them to go contrary to their nature.

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When they are little, we may overpower our children in this way, showing them “who’s the boss.� But this approach comes at the cost of building resentment. When they get into their teens and we can no longer so easily overpower them, they will likely show us.

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A natural consequence of a child talking to us disrespectfully would be to withdraw from the situation. A parent might state calmly, “I don’t like to be spoken to in this way. I will be in my room.

If you would like to discuss this matter, you are welcome to join me and explain your point of view whenever you feel ready to do so.�

The key is to engage our children on a momentby-moment basis. We don’t drag up what happened yesterday. Neither do we inject our fears over what might happen in the future into the situation. Rather, we seek to understand, and be understood, as we increasingly negotiate with our children in an age-appropriate manner. We must never forget that we are the parent, but we must simultaneously remember that neither are we our child’s overlord.

To be able to negotiate is one of the primary skills a person needs for success in business, romantic relationships, social situations, and just about any arena of life. To invite our children to talk with us, truly hearing them, and explaining ourselves to them instead of resorting to power plays such as “because I said so,� is how negotiation is learned.

There is a back-and-forth, until a win-win solution emerges.

It comes down to the fact that connection, not correction, is paramount in any relationship. As adults, we don’t enjoy being called on the carpet and often resent it. No less is this true of our children.

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As we learn to honor our children as real people who are our equals, guiding them in an ageappropriate way, we will discover all the ways in which we grew up to dishonor ourselves. In this way, both our children and we ourselves learn what it means to be whole people.

Dr. Shefali Tsabary is a clinical psychologist, author, speaker and founder of Global Inner Disarmament (Global ID). Her new book Out of Control tackles the tough subject of discipline and why it may not work for .................................................................................................................................................................................. your child. She has a private practice in New York City.

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t happens every year! One minute you’re negotiating with your child about wearing a sweater to school and the next you’re debating about summer break! Will it be camp or grandparents’ house, home alone or a mishmash of day trips ZLWK IULHQGV" 7KH WH[WV Ă \ ´+RZ PXFK GLG \RX say that camp was?â€? “No, it’s not the after-school rate! We’re paying for 8 hours of care, not 3!â€?

compassionate.�

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“When my husband and I look back, it’s hard to remember that shy little girl,� says Linda Beavers of her daughter Jessica. “She has replaced her doubt and fears with passion and dreams!�

It’s a serious dilemma and working parents of middle school students can have it the worst!

Their teen is absolutely, positively sure she does NOT need a babysitter! On the other hand, ODZ HQIRUFHPHQW RIÀFHUV DUH HTXDOO\ SDVVLRQDWH against leaving young teens home alone for 8-10 hours a day, week after week! What’s a working parent to do? Parents say they found the answer! $QG QRW MXVW IRU VXPPHU

Girlstories is for girls entering grade six, seven or eight. It’s a comprehensive theater arts program, with sessions at St. Peter Claver School in Tampa.

The girls meet 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday for 6 weeks. Then, August through December, the girls continue with mentoring at the Powerstories studio on Kennedy Boulevard and performances at local elementary schools.

The cost per girl is $150 (thanks to several IRXQGDWLRQ JUDQWV ZKLFK IXQG WKH EDODQFH %\ the end of the seven-month program, parents say their daughters have learned about team work, time management, public speaking and VHOI FRQÀGHQFH ² MXVW WR QDPH D IHZ ,W¡V D 7DPSD treasure now in its seventh year!

Analisa Benitez was 11 when she joined Girlstories. “Truthfully, it was my mom’s idea, something fun for me to do over the summer.

6KH Ă€JXUHG , ZRXOG PDNH D IHZ IULHQGV , ZDV so nervous. I didn’t know what I would do. The Girlstories process was something completely new for me. In such a short period of time, you write your very own true story, learn songs, as well as choreography,â€? explains the teen. “Once we got into the routine, I began to learn new things about myself. I realized that there were other girls just like me. I learned that I could be myself and that people would like me for me!â€?

Mom Michelle says, “Soon after the start of the program, I noticed a change in Analisa’s selfFRQĂ€GHQFH 6KH ZDVQ¡W DIUDLG WR EH KHUVHOI DQG like who she was.â€?

“I cannot say enough good things about Powerstories Theatre,� says mom Michelle Benitez of the Girlstories Leadership Theatre Program at Powerstories. “It turned out to be a life-changing experience for Analisa and myself. She learned there is value in her own life experiences and to trust in herself.�

If it sounds like more than a camp, that’s because it is!

Impressed yet? First Lady Michelle Obama is!

So are the National Endowment for the Arts “There are a million up sides to teaching a and The President’s Committee on the Arts & young girl to believe and honor her strengths,â€? Humanities! In 2010, they honored Girlstories says Powerstories Founder Fran Powers. “My with the National Arts & Humanities Youth vision for Girlstories is to build a nation of Program Award! Last year, mega star Josh JLUOV WKDW DUH FRQĂ€GHQW FRXUDJHRXV FDULQJ DQG Groban serenaded local participants in front of

Jessica Beavers was 11 too when she joined. “I remember a time when I was this shy little girl EHIRUH WKH VXPPHU RI Ă€IWK JUDGH , UHPHPEHU my family would be at a restaurant and I was so shy my mom had to order for me,â€? Jessica explains. Girlstories changed that. “I could just be myself,â€? she says in her soft-spoken voice. “In my AP Human Geography class we learned that in a less-developed country it is important that a girl is educated. My teacher said, ‘If you educate a girl, you educate a nation.’ Girlstories doesn’t just educate girls how to act, sing or dance. It PROGRAM EMPOWERS TWEENS teaches you to believe in yourself. That each and

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every person has a voice that must be heard.�

Jessica’s quiet strength comes shining through.

Jessica’s mom noticed a change right away. “After WKH Ă€UVW VXPPHU LQ WKH SURJUDP KHU JUDGHV and communication skills and leadership skills improved. By the end of the program, she had become a straight A student, became a leader in her class, and participated in more sports and community service projects.â€?

Analisa’s mom saw the same at her house. “Through this program, Analisa learned the gift of giving. She now intends to return this summer and be a mentor to the new girls. She also has mentors for life in Ms. Fran and Ms. Janice *LUOVWRULHV¡ SURJUDP GLUHFWRUV

´, DP Ă€QLVKLQJ XS P\ WK \HDU ZLWK Powerstories,â€? explains Janice Nepon-Sixt, who has been working with the girls since its early days as a workshop. “We encourage a variety of personality types to join. The more extroverted girls practice sharing the limelight, so to speak, and the more introverted girls learn to push themselves to communicate more openly. They all learn and practice speaking out loudly and proudly from day one of the program. One of our primary goals is creating a safe environment for girls to be able to express themselves comfortably. We encourage sisterhood that supports, praises and encourages each other.

Having this haven gives the girls the strength to JR LQWR RWKHU HQYLURQPHQWV PRUH FRQÀGHQWO\ :H teach self-esteem through theater.�

Each summer, there may be new faces but the transformations are the same — caterpillars to EXWWHUĂ LHV ´1XPHURXV VWXGLHV KDYH GHPRQVWUDWHG a correlation between drama involvement and academic achievement,â€? Powers explains. “Students involved in drama performance scored an average 65.5 points higher on the verbal component and 35.5 points higher in the math portion of the SAT,â€? she says. “In addition to having higher standardized test scores than their peers, students who participate in drama often experience improved reading comprehension, maintain better attendance records and, generally, stay more engaged in school than their non-arts counterparts.â€?

She stops to take a breath and then, with her trademark smile, says “It’s all so good!� Yes, it is.

Lissette Campos is the director of community affairs for ABC Action News.

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BY DR. ALLISON AGLIATA

As a parent in the 21st century, there is an incredible amount of information to digest about how to guide children to meet their potential.

When we hit a stumbling block, many of us are accustomed to turning to books and magazines on topics from swaddling to discipline.

In recent years, we have stumbled on another topic that must be addressed — technology. Just as our children are adapting to our technologically inundated world, so are we. Now, instead of always reaching for a book, we Google it!

The digital age is upon us, and our children, with their nimble minds, are learning more rapidly than us how to navigate this digital world. So it is up to parents to supplement the books with an iTunes account, smartphone and iPad. This is the wave of the future and our kids have already reached the shore. Let’s address some of the advantages and pitfalls as we strive to raise good digital citizens.

First, let’s dispel some technology myths. It is neither the enemy nor the savior. It is a tool for educational opportunities, fun and social interactions. Technology will serve as the resource for our children to learn innovative problem solving, social entrepreneurship and international mindedness. All of which will improve our world’s capacity to work together successfully.

7KHLU DFFHVV WR LQIRUPDWLRQ LV LQĂ&#x20AC;QLWH <HW ZKLOH all of this opportunity is amazing, it comes with great responsibility. Technology cannot replace teachers, outdoor activities or face-to-face exchanges. The key to appropriate usage is much like any other challenge we face. It will require proper boundaries and supervision.

Many parents are aware of these facts. We understand that there are safeguards to be put into place, including keeping the computer in a common room, knowing all of your childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s passwords and setting restrictions on your technical devices. These are simple steps to ensure safety, but they are not enough. Teaching your child to be a good digital citizen takes constant conversation, clear but ever-evolving rules and lessons on reputation management and QHWLTXHWWH SURSHU HWLTXHWWH IRU WKH ,QWHUQHW

child in writing. This serves as a great tool for either incentives when your children are using technology responsibly or as reinforcement when a consequence needs to be put into place due to breaking of the rules.

Please remember that goals and rules may differ among your children, depending on their age, maturity and educational needs. That being said, there still has to be a consistent way of assessing how children are managing their technological devices. This always leads to the same question.

How do we best supervise our children?

There is often some hesitancy on the parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; part in reviewing their childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s texts and social media content because either it feels like snooping or it becomes another full-time job. The bottom line, it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to be either. Supervision is part of family safety and far different than snooping 2QH RI WKH VLPSOHVW ZD\V WR Ă&#x20AC;QG SHDFH RI PLQG (which I discourage because it destroys trust with with these issues is to come up with a family plan \RXU FKLOG ,QVWHDG , HQFRXUDJH SDUHQWV WR EH RU FRQWUDFW <RX FDQ Ă&#x20AC;QG D P\ULDG RI H[DPSOHV open and honest with their children about reading online and tailor them to meet your needs. their texts and social media conversations. It is a necessary part of responsible parenting, albeit Start by determining what your goals are for not a favorite part. Feel free to say, â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is my job incorporating technology into your childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to keep you safe, and I need to feel comfortable lives and what your expectations are of their knowing how you and your friends are using usage. Often, I have found parents have a clearer technology.â&#x20AC;? This becomes less of a battle if it picture of what they want when they discuss is expected and you have included incentives for these boundaries and put expectations for each XVLQJ WHFKQRORJ\ ZHOO RYHU D VSHFLĂ&#x20AC;F WLPH SHULRG

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2Q WKH Ă LS VLGH LV WKH GHWHUPLQHG WLPH IRU non-tech time. I highly encourage families to set boundaries around family time. Often, these moments include mealtimes and family events.

This means everyone puts their phones and iPads away and practices their face-to-face social skills and etiquette, even mom and dad.

I also frequently recommend including play dates and sleepovers in your non-tech time. There is something about the peer pressure at sleepovers that fosters inappropriate technology usage.

Avoid it by eliminating this factor and revert to good old fashion games and cookie baking. Trust me, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll thank me later. I would even go so far as to suggest discussing the technology policy with other families that you allow to supervise your child. It helps to have some community support in following certain guidelines so youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not the only parent enforcing rules.

Lastly, remember that the most powerful teachers of technology usage are the people surrounding your child, most importantly you. Role modeling is the ultimate guide of how children will expect to incorporate technology into their lives. If you are texting and driving, expect that your child will make exceptions to your rules. ,I \RX Ă&#x20AC;QG \RXUVHOI UXQQLQJ LQWR REVWDFOHV DQG needing further guidance, turn to your resources.

If your school has a strong technology program, it is likely that an IT person or school counselor FDQ DVVLVW \RX LQ Ă&#x20AC;JXULQJ RXW QH[W VWHSV 7KH\ may even have a parent educational program to help you learn your way. If not, consult a child mental health counselor, psychologist or your pediatrician for resources. Of course, you can always Google it!

Dr. Allison Agliata, a licensed clinical psychologist, serves as the middle school principal at Carrollwood Day School.

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ecently, I celebrated a big birthday so family and friends extended the celebrations appropriately. I returned home from one outing with girlfriends and proudly displayed my bright, orange, latte mug. Painted across the front is BFF: Brilliant, Fun-Loving Friend. My 13-year-old daughter piped up, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Do you really consider yourself fun loving?â&#x20AC;? Ouch.

Her comment burrowed into my mind not for its apparent hurtfulness, but for its potential truth. I had to ask myself, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Am I less fun-loving now that I am a mom?â&#x20AC;? Probably. Do my children see me only as the responsible, serious woman who manages their lives and schedules? I am afraid to ask. ,W LV FKDOOHQJLQJ IRU EXV\ H[KDXVWHG PRPV WR UHPHPEHU RU Ă&#x20AC;QG WKH HQHUJ\ to have fun in addition to planning everyone elseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bliss. Here are some suggestions to inject more fun into your life.

1. Give yourself permission to get excited about something, anything, and tell someone. It can be as simple as that new book you are itching to open.

According to Christiane Northrup, MD, when we share what makes us feel good and excited, it reinforces the joy connections in our brains.

2. Dance as if no one is watching. Our bodies are made to move and dancing will lift your mood. Hence the immense popularity of Zumba. If you need motivation, dance with Ellen during the opening of her show. Or crank up the tunes and shake things up.

3. Get dirty. It is freeing and you will feel like a child again. I love to ride my ELNH RQ PXGG\ WUDLOV DQG HPEUDFH WKDW VKRFNLQJ FROG Ă&#x20AC;UVW VSODVK 1RZ WKDW you are the grown up, no one can complain about the mess you make.

4. Laugh until your belly aches. Watching funny movies or sitcoms is an obvious way to exercise your humor muscles. But a visit to a great card shop also can provide a chuckle. Buy a few cards to send to friends for that shared joy experience or keep them on your bulletin board as a smile starter.

5. Sing loudly and with gusto. If your ability to carry a tune is as poor as mine, use the shower or time alone in the car to belt out tunes that you love.

Imagine yourself as the child who sang into her hairbrush with no restraint.

6. Bask in baking. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m talking about cooking for fun, not the rushed get something on table in time for dinner cooking. Think sumptuous and decadent. Tackle it on a day when someone else is in charge of meals. Invite your spouse or a friend to join you but only if that would add to your fun.

7. Go to a local art gallery and let the color and beauty stimulate and awaken your creative senses. If it sparks a desire to draw or paint, nourish this at home with some simple supplies or go all out and sign up for a class. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s room on the fridge for more than just the kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; artwork.

8. Open your mind to increased daily fun by creating a personal and family bucket list. In Family Bucket Lists, Lara Krupicka says â&#x20AC;&#x153;behind every bucket list wish resides the inspiration to make everyday life more adventurous.â&#x20AC;?

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9. Embrace technology. Install a daily humor app. Watch the latest funny videos on YouTube. If you do not know where to look, ask your kids. Set reminders in your phone so that you remember to take fun breaks.

10. Become someone else. Playing dress up never gets old. Invite some moms and daughters over for a princess tea party. Make a trip to the local thrift shop and look for the most outrageous bridesmaid’s dress to wear. Hosting a Murder Mystery Dinner is another opportunity to get into a character and costume.

11. Host a games night for grown ups. When choosing games, consider ones that involve larger groups and force people out of their comfort zones. Guesstures, Catch Phrase and 5 Second Rule are so much fun you may not care who wins.

12. Hang with friends. When our lives become busy, friends sometimes fall off the list.

Plan and schedule regular girl time with your pals. If it’s on the calendar, it’s more likely to happen. Consider starting a monthly gathering with the simple goal of having fun.

7DNH \RXUVHOI RQ DQ $UWLVW 'DWH FRLQHG E\ DXWKRU -XOLD &DPHURQ 7KH $UWLVW 'DWH LV D solo weekly outing anywhere that interests you. Cameron stresses that the outing must be fun. Think a sense of play.

14. Exercise your smile muscles. The simple act of smiling triggers feel good hormones.

It can alter your mood and improve the mood of those you greet with a smile. Once your brain is bathed in feel good hormones you will more easily spot opportunities for fun. And you will be more fun to be around.

15. Play board games as a family. Choose games that evolve into laughter such as Anomie or games that increase your understanding of each other such as The Game of Things or Apple to Apples. These are great ways to indulge your sense of play and show your fun side to the family.

16. Watch your children play. What can you learn from them? Join them on a swing and see the world from a new perspective. How about go-kart racing? Why should kids have all the fun?

17. Look into the past. Is there an activity you dreamed of doing as a child but for whatever reason it never happened? Think about how much fun it could be to tackle that goal now.

You are never too old to learn something new. Or maybe there is something you loved to do but you no longer participate in that activity. Try it again to see if it still fuels your passion.

18. Go solo. Is there an activity you enjoy but no one shares your enthusiasm? Maybe that movie you want to see but has other family members rolling their eyes. My family does not share my love of kayaking so I started going alone. I wave good-bye as I grab my PFD and head out. They know they are welcome to join and have even asked to come along a few times.

19. Do something that scares you. The adrenaline rush will wake up all your senses. How about zip lining or rock climbing at a local gym? A scary ride at the amusement park? Feel free to yell as loudly as you must throughout the ride.

Sue LeBreton is a health and wellness journalist and a fun mom of a tween boy and a teenage girl.

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Mastering the art of home, work and community.

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escribed by Oprah Winfrey as one of her favorite products of 2000, Spanx has become synonymous with womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fashion. Designed by Clearwater Beach native Sara Blakely, this mogul turned mom transformed the girdle and has no plans of stopping any time soon.

The worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s youngest self-made female billionaire is moving into retail, opening standalone stores.

With her mother and grandmother by her side, Ms. Blakely cut the ribbon to her sixth store at International Plaza and Bay Street in Tampa last month, bringing it all back home.

Your inner voice is your most powerful tool so trust your gut. A lot of people ask me how Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m able to rely on that feeling so strongly. I think LW FRPHV IURP FRQĂ&#x20AC;GHQFH DQG SUDFWLFH ,W¡V D PXVFOH WKDW HYHU\RQH KDV WR Ă H[ WR JHW VWURQJHU

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Even though the inventor and founder of the ubiquitous shapewear company now calls Atlanta home, with her husband and son, Florida still holds a special place in her heart.

The launch of the Spanx by Sara Blakely Foundation is one of my proudest moments!

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve always known that I wanted to help women in a bigger way, and I am so proud to share the success of Spanx with women around the world. The Sara Blakely Foundation is dedicated to helping women globally and locally through HGXFDWLRQ DQG HQWUHSUHQHXUVKLS %\ Ă&#x20AC;QGLQJ WKH future female entrepreneurs and leaders of the world and giving them the leg-up they need to VXFFHHG WKH ZKROH ZRUOG ZLOO EHQHĂ&#x20AC;W

What inspired you to become an entrepreneur?

What is your biggest achievement?

My own butt was my inspiration for starting Spanx.

I needed the perfect undergarment to wear under ZKLWH SDQWV :KHQ , FRXOGQ¡W Ă&#x20AC;QG ZKDW , QHHGHG I turned my frustration into inspiration and Spanx was born. Now Spanx has more than 200 products across more than four brands and we are excited to open Spanx retail stores, including one right here in Tampa.

What do you think is the secret to your familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s success?

My husband and I are both creative thinkers so whether it is a professional dilemma or a personal FKDOOHQJH ZH WU\ WR Ă&#x20AC;QG VROXWLRQV ZLWK D VHQVH RI humor and out-of-the-box answers. We are each otherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best support system. Most of all, we have fun together!

What is your biggest fear?

Heights! I competed on Richard Bransonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s entrepreneurial show, The Rebel Billionaire, solving business challenges around the world while having to conquer my fear of heights. At one point, I climbed the side of a hot air balloon at 8,000 feet in the air and had tea on top of the balloon.

What advice would you give to other women?

Besides getting married and becoming a mom, my biggest achievement has been giving over $20 million away to help others.

What makes you happy?

Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s being in a park in Atlanta or on the beach in Clearwater Beach, being in nature with my family always makes me happy.

How do you relax and take time for yourself?

I listen to music and treat myself to a long, hot bath every night.

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

Find the opportunity in the everyday. I truly believe that most Americans have at least one million-dollar idea in their life, but most of us are so distracted and so quick to disregard our own creative instinct that we either dismiss it or donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even see its potential.

What else would you like to share with our readers about being a mom, your work?

My motto is, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Think, prioritize, delegate what you can, and let it go.â&#x20AC;? Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve found that Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m more

effective when I compartmentalize my day.

I have a mom section and a work section to each day. As a result, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m more present, less scattered and more effective.

How do you enjoy or draw information from the magazine?

It is always great to be able to read about experiences other mothers have had, advice, tips and information on what to expect. For example, how hard breastfeeding is! Everyone focuses on the birth, but breastfeeding was by far one of the hardest things Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever done in my life. I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sleep through the night for seven months.

What is your favorite thing to do with your kids in the Tampa Bay area?

No matter where we are, we love to swim.

Our favorite spots in Clearwater are the beach and the Sandpearl Resort. We always squeeze in a trip to Frenchyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, too. As a mom, I like to be spontaneous so we make an adventure out of every outing.

Who is your biggest inspiration or role model?

I admire Oprah because she has achieved such great success and continues to share her good fortune with others by giving back. It was a dream come true that she chose Spanx as one of her â&#x20AC;&#x153;Favorite Things.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everybody needs a leg up in the beginning of starting a business. My big break came when Oprah named SPANX a Favorite Thing. We at Spanx want to pay it forward and give other amazing women entrepreneurs their leg up!â&#x20AC;?

The Leg Up program was created in 2010 to offer women entrepreneurs and their businesses a chance to be promoted to millions of Spanx fans via the catalog, website and social media channels. For information on how to apply, visit www. spanx.com/leg-up.

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Sara Blakely Ms. Blakely has attributed her success to failure. “My dad encouraged us to fail,” she says. “Don’t be afraid to fail.”

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CARROLLWOOD, CITRUS PARK, LUTZ, NEW TAMPA, ODESSA, TEMPLE TERRACE, WESTCHASE

Hillsborough Education Foundation Seeks Mentors The Hillsborough Education Foundation is recruiting mentors for Hillsborough County Public School students. There are many opportunities for residents to become a mentor in the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 7DNH 6WRFN LQ &KLOGUHQ 76,& SURJUDP ZKHUH YROXQWHHUV DJUHH WR PHQWRU D VWXGHQW RQH RQ RQH for one hour per week.

In the Hillsborough County School District, the latest graduation rate for the class of 2012-13 was 74.1%, slightly higher than the 71.9% graduation rate in Pinellas County schools. Only one-third of these Tampa Bay area students continue on to pursue some form of postsecondary education.

The foundation has developed its mentoring program with its underlying mission of boosting student performance through mentorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ability to provide academic and emotional support, engage in positive communications, teach skills like goal-setting and time management and support students in preparing for the future. The Hillsborough Education Foundation is pairing students with mentors. Last year saw a 100% graduation rate among those TSIC students who were mentored.

Any responsible adult who is 18 or older and willing to share time with a student on a consistent basis can participate as a mentor in the TSIC program. For more information about Take Stock in Children or how you can get involved, visit the Foundation at www.educationfoundation.com, or contact Fred Weber at fweber@educationfoundation.com or 813-574-0280.

$UHD 3DUNV %HQHÃ&#x20AC;W IURP /RFDO 5HVLGHQWV 0DF\·V 'RQDWLRQV Hillsborough Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lake Park in Lutz and E.G. Simmons Park in Ruskin were recently named EHQHÃ&#x20AC;FLDULHV RI ´+HDUW <RXU 3DUN µ a public-private partnership that matches Hillsborough County residentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; donations with corporate support from Macyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department Stores. In March, the National Recreation and Parks Association 153$ DQG VHOHFWHG 0DF\·V ORFDWLRQV MRLQWO\ LGHQWLÃ&#x20AC;HG WKH ORFDO parks and green spaces that would receive special funds from this project as well as ongoing support for Hillsborough County Parks, Recreation and Conservation.

In addition to offering plenty of picnic and playground space, Lake Park appeals to sports enthusiasts and offers hiking trails, an archery range, BMX bicycle track, equestrian arenas and a radio-controlled car track.

E.G. Simmons Park is popular with nature lovers and features a designated bird and wildlife sanctuary, mangrove swamp, picnic areas, campground and a public beach.

These donations can be used to make improvements, maintain park amenities or support infrastructure and programming. Throughout the month of March, Macyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s matched every $1 donated by customers at stores, up to $250,000, as part of the campaign established to raise awareness of the important role local parks play in communities across the country.

For more information about Hillsborough County Parks, Recreation and Conservation, visit www.

HillsboroughCounty.org/Parks or call 813-635-3500.

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APOLLO BEACH, BRANDON, LITHIA, RIVERVIEW, RUSKIN, SOUTH TAMPA, TAMPA, VALRICO, FISHHAWK

Patel Conservatory Brings Oklahoma to Stage The Patel Conservatory will present Oklahoma May 1-10 inside TECO Theater at the Straz. Sixty FDVW PHPEHUV ZLOO SHUIRUP WKH PXVLFDO ZKLFK ZDV WKH Ă&#x20AC;UVW VKRZ FUHDWHG E\ 5LFKDUG 5RGJHUV DQG Oscar Hammerstein II, earning a Pulitzer in 1944.

The Patel Conservatory production is the culmination of 11 weeks of classes and rehearsals. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Although known for its romantic score, Oklahoma! is more than a love story. The musical explores what it means to be part of a community, dependent on one another for the physical and emotional necessities of life and what happens when that foundation is threatened,â&#x20AC;? says director Sean Ryan Paris.

Tickets are $14-$16. Go to www.strazcenter.org to learn more.

Rockatar Academy to Host South Tampa Grand Opening Families and music lovers are invited to the grand opening of Rockatar Music Academy and Studios from 2-5 p.m. June 1 at St. Croixâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Plaza. This is Rockatarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s second bay area location, having successfully launched in 2010 in Westchase.

The second location, 4205 South MacDill Ave., Suite A, will share with the South Tampa community Rockatarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s approach to teaching music in a fun, innovative environment. During the grand opening, visitors can enjoy refreshments, listen to live music, check out the facility and try their hand at playing an instrument or singing with the Rockatar House Band.

Founded by Steve Bennion and Michael Levy, the Rockatar Music Academy provides specialized, in-person music instruction, using music technology to support the process. The program blending Bennionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s software acumen and Levyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s extensive music education background has impacted the lives of thousands of Hillsborough County School District students.

Both are longtime Tampa residents who wanted to bring innovation to music education for young people, launching the academy with a mission to make learning music fun and help students learn to perform music live and in a studio. In conjunction with the music school, Bennion and Levy developed www.rockatar.com, a 24/7 online music learning platform that gives Rockatar music students access to high quality music lessons to practice and play anytime. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our goal is to help our students become comfortable music performers and also be comfortable communicating in front of others,â&#x20AC;? Bennion says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We teach and support our students. We help RXU VWXGHQWV WR Ă&#x20AC;QG WKHLU RZQ VRXQG DQG YRLFH $QG ZKHQ WKH\ DUH UHDG\ WR SHUIRUP ZH SODFH D house band with our students and they soar.â&#x20AC;?

In addition to guiding curriculum, Levy has been responsible for growing and developing Rockatar Academyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s staff of more than 20 highly skilled instructors who specialize in teaching various instruments and vocal performance. Among these talented music professionals is Richy Scally, a music instructor in South Tampa. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Richyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s students think the world of him,â&#x20AC;? Levy says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He has a unique ability to make learning instruments easy and is an expert at teaching guitar, piano and percussion.â&#x20AC;?

Rockatar Academy is open daily from 2-8 p.m. For more information about its offerings, including its weekly summer music camps, visit www.rockataracademy.com or call 813-404-9194 to schedule a free trial lesson.

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CLEARWATER, DUNEDIN, EAST LAKE, OLDSMAR, PALM HARBOR, SAFETY HARBOR, TARPON SPRINGS

Great American Milk Drive Aims to Squelch Hunger The Dairy Council of Florida has joined forces with Feeding America and other milk promotion organizations across the country as part of a national campaign. The Great American Milk Drive is designed to secure gallons of nutrient-rich milk for millions of hungry families through a partnership between food banks, milk companies and dairy farmers.

The Great American Milk Drive runs through March 25, 2015. Those who wish to donate can visit www.milklife.com/ give/donate. Charges will appear on your wireless bill or be deducted from the prepaid balance (must be authorized by WKH DFFRXQW KROGHU $OO SDUWLFLSDQWV PXVW EH DW OHDVW RU have parental permission to participate (message and data UDWHV PD\ DSSO\

For every contribution of $5, one or more gallons of milk, based on local markets, will be secured and delivered by Feeding America on behalf of its national network of food banks. Currently, one out of every six Americans faces hunger and relies on food banks for nutrition assistance.

The Dairy Council of Florida is a component of the Florida Dairy Farmers, representing more than 130 dairy farmers across the state. The Dairy Council of Florida, which includes registered dietitians, serves state educators and health professionals, providing educational outreach and serving as a resource for research-based information. Dairy Council dietitians are frequently out in the community at seminars and meetings delivering information about the importance of keeping dairy in the diet.

They also make classroom curriculum kits available to teachers free of charge.

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Rising Stars Need Your Applause Pinellas residents are encouraged to support young talent in the area as part of the Walkerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rising Stars Scholarship Program, a local scholarship competition through The Pinellas Education Foundation.

On May 6, 22 students from across the county who have been named Walkerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rising Stars will showcase their skills as singers, dancers, musicians and actors as part of this popular program onstage at the Mahaffey Theater in St. Petersburg. Tickets for the show, which begins at 7 p.m., are available online or at the door and cost $5-$12.

Congratulations to this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s participating Rising Stars: Tristen Braboy, AnnMarie White, Kaila DeLany, Emmeline MacMillan, Matt Fulton, Trenton Sweigart, Caroline Atkins, Tim Hart, Stephen Buhrman, Morgan Myers, Justin Ma, Kiana Hamm, Alexis Ledbetter, Krismel Ubasa, Jeannette Roman, Nathalie Hernandez, LaVonte Pope, Danielle Denninger, Tiffany Monique Camacho, Marjorie Gifford, Giulia de Lima and Caleb Clarke.

Visit www.pinellaseducation.org to learn more about the event and The Pinellas Education Foundation.

dates: May 1, 6-9 p.m.

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LARGO, PINELLAS PARK, SEMINOLE, ST. PETE BEACH, ST. PETERSBURG, TREASURE ISLAND

Canterbury School to Break Ground on Science Center &DQWHUEXU\ 6FKRRO RI )ORULGD LV VHW WR EUHDN JURXQG RQ WKH Ă&#x20AC;UVW RI WZR QHZ DGGLWLRQV WKH 6FLHQFH Center on its Knowlton Campus. In August, the school will begin a remodeling project for a new Interactive Learning Center at its Hough Campus. Both efforts are part of the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Imagine Campaign, a capital improvement plan.

During this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s state of the school address, Head of School Mac Hall unveiled the $500,000 capital campaign. The Knowlton Campus project will establish a science center to provide students D G\QDPLF DQG Ă H[LEOH OHDUQLQJ HQYLURQPHQW ,W ZLOO IHDWXUH VWUHDPOLQHG VSDFH DQG LQQRYDWLYH GHVLJQ DOORZLQJ VWXGHQWV WR SHUIRUP PRUH VRSKLVWLFDWHG ODE ZRUN DQG HQDEOLQJ Ă H[LELOLW\ RYHU D variety of classes.

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$OO &KLOGUHQ¡V /DXQFKHV 3HGLDWULF 5HVLGHQF\ 3URJUDP In a groundbreaking Match Day celebration, All Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital announced the names of the 12 medical school graduates who will enter All Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospitalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Johns Hopkins Medicine pediatric residency program. The entering class of 15 USF pediatric residents, a program long DIĂ&#x20AC;OLDWHG ZLWK $OO &KLOGUHQ¡V +RVSLWDO ZDV DOVR DQQRXQFHG 7KH ODXQFK RI WKH QHZ SHGLDWULF UHVLGHQF\ SURJUDP PDUNV WKH Ă&#x20AC;UVW VLJQLĂ&#x20AC;FDQW DFDGHPLF PLOHVWRQH since All Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital integrated with Johns Hopkins Medicine. The new pediatric residency program builds upon the Johns Hopkins foundation for residency training and also emphasizes opportunities for individualized education, early opportunities for research and learning communities of peers and faculty mentors focused on patient safety and quality. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Many medical residents end up practicing where they train so this opportunity also helps All Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s continue to build the local workforce and provide high-paying careers in the Tampa Bay area as we expand both our education and research missions,â&#x20AC;? says Dr. Jonathan Ellen, president and physician in chief at All Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital and professor of pediatrics and vice dean, All Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital for the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Match Day is always an exciting time for our pediatrics program,â&#x20AC;? says Dr. Patricia Emmanuel, chair of pediatrics at the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our strong partnership with All Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s creates a great learning environment for our residents in a variety of programs to learn more about caring for children across a broad range of specialties.â&#x20AC;?

Pediatric residents in both programs will begin work on July 1, following graduation from medical school.

dates: May 3, 10 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4 p.m.

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DADE CITY, LAND Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; LAKES, NEW PORT RICHEY, PORT RICHEY, TRINITY, WESLEY CHAPEL, ZEPHYRHILLS

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More than 60 of the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most daring and advanced aerial athletes will deploy their parachutes and navigate through narrow slalomlike courses for hundreds of yards across the ground and over water at speeds reaching 90 mph. Skydivers will battle for slots on the U.S. Parachute Team to compete against the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best when Skydive City also hosts the World Championships in November.

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Local Stylists Give Colored Hair Some TLC J. Joseph Salon and Spa in Land Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Lakes recently hosted an exclusive in-salon event as one of RQO\ Ă&#x20AC;YH VDORQV LQ WKH FRXQWU\ WR LQWURGXFH D QHZ KDLU FRORU V\VWHP WR WKH PDUNHWSODFH 7KH salon recently partnered with Pureology to launch its New Strength Cure system, formulated with the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Asta-Repair, which includes astaxanthin, a nature-derived antioxidant and antifade complex for color-treated hair.

In March, J. Joseph Salon owner Roy Naccour invited the community to experience an ultimate strength cure treatment, which included a strength cure shampoo, mask and conditioner followed by a blow dry and split end salve. During the event, a Pureology artist had an interactive microscope available to show before and after results. Guests enjoyed appetizers and champagne.

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Congratulations to Academy at the Lakesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Aimee Nadow, a middle division language arts instructor, on her selection as a PBS LearningMedia Digital Innovator, an honor given to only 100 educators in the nation.

K-12 educators submitted a 60-120 second video and completed two essay questions describing their leadership in digital learning. Winners receive year-long professional development opportunities, such as virtual trainings, access to premium resources, and networking opportunities, including ongoing support from local PBS stations.

Nadow, who is in her seventh year at Academy at the Lakes, uses many technologies to supplement her curriculum, including a document camera, touch screen BenQ TV, Moodle LMS, RenWeb, PBS LearningMedia, BlogSpot, Facebook, Dropbox and YouTube. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Using technology in the classroom every day is an engaging means of connecting my students to classical and modern curriculum in memorable ways that will hopefully foster a lifelong love of learning,â&#x20AC;? she says.

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AUBURNDALE, BARTOW, HAINES CITY, LAKELAND, LAKE WALES, WINTER HAVEN

Local Student, Recipient of National Achievement Scholarship Auburndale High Senior Lori-Ann A. Hyde is a National Achievement Scholarship winner after EHLQJ VHOHFWHG DV D Ă&#x20AC;QDOLVW LQ WKH 1DWLRQDO $FKLHYHPHQW 6FKRODUVKLS 3URJUDP 6KH ZDV selected based on her strong record of accomplishments and potential for academic success in college.

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A Celebration of Women Join the United Way Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Leadership Council at 1000 Streamsong Drive in Streamsong as they unveil their latest tribute book â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Celebration of Women,â&#x20AC;? promoting early literacy and celebrating women.

Night includes an announcement of their latest college scholarship recipients. Tickets are $50. www. uwcf.org May 3, 6:30 a.m.

Carillon Classic 5K Run and Walk Lace up the sneakers for a challenging but picturesque journey through the grounds of Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales. All participants and spectators are invited to enjoy the gardens and carillon music free of charge following the races.

Register at www.boktowergardens.org.

May 3, 10 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3 p.m.

7 Rivers Water Festival Spend the day playing fun games for great prizes, HQMR\LQJ IRRG DQG GULQN DQG MXGLQJ Ă&#x20AC;QDOLVWV for the 2014 Water Conservation art contest at Simmers-Young Park in Winter Haven. Learn about conservation, hear from speakers and get tips for protecting our lakes and wetlands. Free admission. www.polkcounty.net May 17, 6:30-8 p.m. $QQXDO 5HYHUVH 5DIĂ H Take part in this long-time city-wide fundraiser being held in the banquet hall at Lake Eva in Haines City.

This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s theme is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sport Your Timeâ&#x20AC;? with cash prizes awarded to best dressed and best decorated table. Evening includes cocktails and catered dinner.

Tickets are $30 with proceeds to go toward annual July 4 event, Thunder on the Ridge. For tickets, call 863-421-3700.

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Saturday at Sea 0D\ D P ² S P Get tips on safe social networking and physical and emotional changes during the teen years during this mother-daughter luncheon and conference aboard the Yacht Starship. Cost: $20 per person. Call 855-269-4777 to register. www. stjosephstampa.com Moms & Teen Daughters 'D\ RI 3DPSHULQJ 0D\ D P Moms are invited to enjoy brunch and pampering at Clearwaterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Greater Ridgecrest Y. Pampering provided by local health and beauty businesses in collaboration with Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church and Judah First Ministries. Event is free and open to the community. Call 727-559-0500.

Moms 7DPSD¡V /RZU\ 3DUN =RR 0D\ D P ² S P Moms get in free with purchase of child or adult ticket. www.lowryparkzoo.com Everyone Florida Aquarium 0D\ YDULRXV WLPHV Treat mom to a sea of memories as she meets up with cute and playful otters and over 20,000 other amazing sea creatures at the Florida Aquarium. Mom can enjoy free admission with the purchase of a full paid admission. www. Ă DTXDULXP RUJ Everyone Tampa Bay History Center 0D\ D P ² S P Celebrate Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day with free admission for mom with the purchase of a paid admission. www.tampabayhistorycenter.org Everyone %UXQFK DW 0DHVWUR¡V 0D\ D P DQG S P Make reservations for one of two seatings for a gourmet brunch at Maestroâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Restaurant (Straz &HQWHU LQ GRZQWRZQ 7DPSD &RVW H[FOXGLQJ WD[ DQG JUDWXLW\ DGXOWV DQG DJHV FKLOGUHQ DQG \RXQJHU DUH IUHH

For reservations, call 813-229-7827. www. strazcenter.org Everyone %XVFK *DUGHQV 6DIDUL /XQFK 0D\ S P Experience the Sesame Street Safari of Fun attraction along with a buffet lunch with Elmo and friends. Park admission not included. Cost: $22 adults and $15 kids. www.buschgardens.com

*OD]HU &KLOGUHQ¡V 0XVHXP 0D\ S P Mom can enjoy a relaxing day in the Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day lounge while dad entertains the kids and explores the museum. Mom receives free admission. www.glazermuseum.org Everyone

events/festivals 0\WKEXVWHUV 7KH ([SORVLYH ([KLELWLRQ Through May 8 See this popular exhibition, inspired by the Discovery Channelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Emmy-nominated series, at MOSI in Tampa. Step inside the BluePrint Room, Workshop and Live Mythbusters Demonstration stage. www.mosi.org 7 & Older

Florida Aquarium. Weekend will offer water sports clinics and demonstrations as well as speakers and vendors. Portion of proceeds to support ocean conservation, education and research. www.shark-con.com Everyone Target Tuesday 0D\ S P Take the kids to the popular childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s museum as part of a special promotion offering free admission during designated hours. Adults must be accompanied by a child and vice versa. www. glazermuseum.org Everyone 3OD\LQ¡ LQ WKH 3DUN 0D\ S P Head to downtown Tampa for a fun afternoon of physical activity, live music and recreation at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. www. Ă&#x20AC;WNLGVSOD\JURXQG FRP Everyone

'D 9LQFL 0DFKLQHV ([KLELWLRQ 7KURXJK 0D\ Check out this exhibition on display at the Bradenton Municipal Auditorium before it returns to the museum of Leonardo da Vinci in Florence, Italy. View more than 60 handcrafted inventions built from da Vinciâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 500-year-old GHVLJQV LQFOXGLQJ PLOLWDU\ DQG Ă \LQJ PDFKLQHV www.discoverdavinci.com Everyone

.LGV¡ )LVKLQJ 5RGHR 0D\ D P ² QRRQ Sign up the kids for a noncompetitive catch and UHOHDVH Ă&#x20AC;VKLQJ HYHQW DW &OHDUZDWHU¡V 3LHU &RVW $10 by May 2 and $15 day of event. Registrants receive a rod and reel, bait, T-shirt and lunch.

Register at any Suncoast Y branch. Call 727-2440497. www.ymcasuncoast.org 5-12

Sea Lion Splash 7KURXJK 0D\ YDULRXV WLPHV Stop by Tampaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lowry Park Zoo to meet their popular visitors and get information about conserving sea lionsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; natural habitats. Tickets: LQ DGGLWLRQ WR ]RR DGPLVVLRQ ZZZ lowryparkzoo.com Everyone

,KX¡V %UHDNDZD\ )DOOV DW $TXDWLFD 2SHQV 0D\ Experience this latest attraction at SeaWorldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Waterpark Aquatica. Experience Orlandoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tallest, steepest and only multidrop water tower slide of its kind. www.aquaticabyseaworld.com Everyone

Adventure Island Fun Card 7KURXJK 2FW Enjoy a special promotion and pay for one day for unlimited access to the water park all season long â&#x20AC;&#x201D; no blackout dates. Cost: $47 adults and $43 children. Purchase at www.adventureisland. com or at Busch Gardensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; front gates. Everyone

Kinship Cares Resource Fair 0D\ D P ² S P /HDUQ DERXW OHJDO EHQHĂ&#x20AC;WV FRXQVHOLQJ RSWLRQV support groups and summer programs during this free event at the University Area Community Center in Tampa (hosted by The Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s +RPH .LQVKLS 6HUYLFHV 5693 DW 3410. www.childrenshome.org Everyone

SeaGrapes Fine Wine and Food Festival 0D\ S P Support the Florida Aquarium and its youth education and conservation programs, sample Ă&#x20AC;QH ZLQH DQG GHOLJKW LQ IRRG IURP Ă&#x20AC;QH restaurants. Tickets: $85 general and $225 VIP S P HQWU\ ZZZ Ă DTXDULXP RUJ Date Night 6KDUN &RQ 0D\ YDULRXV WLPHV Celebrate the oceans at the Tampa Convention Center during this event presented by The

1HZ %HJLQQLQJV )HUWLOLW\ &RQIHUHQFH 0D\ D P ² S P Hosted by The Reproductive Medicine Group, this event at the Mainsail Suites Hotel and Conference Center focuses on educational issues and topics related to infertility, evaluation and treatment. Visit www.tampafertilityconference. com to register. Call 813-676-8861. Moms & Dads

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Celebrate Me Home 0D\ S P Mark your calendar for this fundraiser at Tropicana Field for the Heart Gallery, a QRQSURĂ&#x20AC;W WR SURPRWH DGRSWLRQ RI FKLOGUHQ LQ foster care. Celebrate the organizationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s children, their forever families and their stories. Tickets: $100. www.heartgallerykids.org Moms & Dads 'LVQH\ RQ ,FH 3UHVHQWV /HW¡V &HOHEUDWH 0D\ YDULRXV WLPHV Take in an action-packed party on ice with Mickey, Minnie and friends at the Tampa Bay Times Forum. See more than 50 characters from 16 Disney stories. Tickets start at $15. www. tampabaytimesforum.com Everyone Every Child Needs A Place to Call Home 0D\ Show your support for A Kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Place of Tampa Bay at this luncheon at Pepin Hospitality Center.

7LFNHWV 3URFHHGV EHQHĂ&#x20AC;W WKH JURXS¡V efforts to provide a safe, loving home for siblings grouped in foster care together. www. kidscharitytb.org Moms & Dads Parents Night Out 0D\ S P Reclaim one Friday a month and let the MOSI Education Department watch the kids for a worry free night on the town. Kids ages 5 and older will be entertained with creative play and mythbusting adventures. Cost is $25 per child with one-week advance registration. Call 813987-6000 to register. www.mosi.org Moms & Dads 3XSS\ /RYH %HQHĂ&#x20AC;W 0D\ S P Get ready for a night of silent and live auctions, live entertainment, food, drink and pooches on display as part of this Pet Pal Animal Shelter DQQXDO EHQHĂ&#x20AC;W DW 7KH 0DKDIIH\ 7LFNHWV www.petpalanimalshelter.com Everyone

pavement running for this Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Board of Hillsborough County 5K at the Florida State )DLUJURXQGV 3RUWLRQ RI SURFHHGV EHQHĂ&#x20AC;WV community grant for Hillsborough children. www.childrensboard.org Everyone Memorial Day Heat Wave 0D\ YDULRXV WLPHV Show off your best moves during this special event at Glazer Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Museum in downtown Tampa. www.glazermuseum.org Everyone Memorial Day Military Appreciation 0D\ D P ² S P Active or retired military personnel will receive free admission with a Department of Defense photo ID. Up to three direct dependents accompanying the adult are entitled to offer as well. www.lowryparkzoo.com Everyone Annual Memorial Day Family FunFest 0D\ D P ² S P Bring the family to the Armed Forces History Museum in Largo for rock wall climbing, bungee jumping, military vehicle rides, bounce house, face painting and arts and crafts. Admission: $10 for adults and $5 for ages 12 and younger. www. armedforcesmuseum.com Everyone AVP St. Pete Open 0D\ ² -XQH YDULRXV WLPHV Watch pro beach volleyball at its best as the sport takes over Spa Beach Park in St. Pete.

Meet athletes and support participating vendors. www.avp.com Everyone

Social Skills Success Group 0D\ DQG D P Join Hammond Psychology & Associates in Brandon for a free social skills success group designed for home and virtual school students.

Call 813-567-3253 to register. Space is limited. www.hammondpsychology.com 7-13 Parent Support Group 0D\ DQG S P Chat with members of Hammond Psychology & Associates as this group for caregivers talks about parenting and how to approach tough issues. Call 813-567-3253 to register. www. hammondpsychology.com Moms & Dads Sunshine Sunday 0D\ D P ² S P Explore Glazer Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Museum with lights and sounds lowered and special programming for those with special needs to enjoy the museum exclusively. Advance registration suggested.

Free for members and $5 nonmembers. www. glazermuseum.org Everyone

art Repurposed DooDad Art/Sculpture Competition 0D\ ² -XQH YDULRXV WLPHV Encourage the kids to take on this challenge for Hillsborough County Public School students at the Tampa Bay History Center. Young artists are asked to create meaningful art from repurposed objects. www.tampabayhistorycenter.org 5-18

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Capture the Moment 0D\ S P ² PLGQLJKW Save the date to celebrate at the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts in downtown Tampa and Free Autism Screenings raise money. Dress your most festive, enjoy four 0D\ unique photo opportunities and bid in a silent Register ages 3-22 for a free autism screening auction. Tickets: $85. www.fmopa.org Moms & DW WKH 7DPSD DQG 7ULQLW\ RIĂ&#x20AC;FHV RI 'U .LQVOHU Dads & Associates. Most major insurances accepted.

Carnaval del Mar Registration is required. Call 813-443-5311. 'LJJLQ¡ WKH $UWV )HVWLYDO 0D\ YDULRXV WLPHV 0D\ D P ² S P Spend Memorial Day in a traditional Carnaval www.kinslerpsychology.com 3-22 Get lost in the tranquil surroundings of the atmosphere, complete with colorful costumes, Florida Botanical Gardens in Largo. This annual acrobats, dancers and oversized sea creatures at Cinco De Mayo Adaptive Swim Meet event features leading local art institutions, the Florida Aquarium. Learn about sea life, join 0D\ D P a scavenger hunt and parade and participate in Support participants at this annual event including the Museum of Fine Arts, Florida DQLPDO PHHW DQG JUHHW ZZZ à DTXDULXP RUJ for swimmers with physical, visual and/or Craftsmen, Dunedin Fine Art Center and intellectual impairments as they compete at the Morean Center for Clay. See art and shop jewelry, Everyone New Tampa Y. Warm-up begins at 8:30 a.m., WKHPHG DUW DQG à RZHUV )UHH &DOO with competition to start at 10 a.m. Entry fee: Everyone &RORU 0H 5DG . $20 per swimmer and includes a T-shirt. www.

0D\ D P Get decked out in colorful garb and hit the tampaymca.org Everyone Sponsored by Early Autism Project www.EAPTampa.com

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may calendar Ă&#x20AC;OP ,VODQG RI /HPXUV 0DGDJDVFDU All Month See the spectacle of the remote, wondrous world of Madagascar with the April arrival of this new Warner Bros. Picturesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; documentary at MOSIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s IMAX Dome in Tampa. Learn about the long journey of the islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most fascinating residents, the lemurs â&#x20AC;&#x201D; now endangered. www. mosi.org 4 & Older

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Saturday. Tickets: $15-$40. www.strazcenter.org Everyone

7KH 8JO\ 'XFNOLQJ¡V -RXUQH\ WR $ZD\ 5HGXFH 5HXVH 5HF\FOH 0D\ D P Join the Ugly Duckling and his friends as they $PD]LQJ 6SLGHU 0DQ embark on a thrilling journey while learning 2SHQV 0D\ the value of the 3 Rs at Largo Cultural Center.

Catch Peter Parkerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest adventures as this Tickets: $7.50 adults, $6.50 children and a $22 VHTXHO ZLWK $QGUHZ *DUĂ&#x20AC;HOG (PPD 6WRQH DQG family four-pack. www.largoarts.com Everyone Jamie Foxx swings into theaters. Rated PG-13.

Running time: 152 minutes. 12 & Older 6KDQD %DQDQD¡V %HDFK 3DUW\ 0D\ D P -DZV Sing along as the popular childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s entertainer 0D\ S P presents a musical on aquatic and marine water Relive the suspense of the Steven Spielberg systems at the Straz as part of its Wee Folk thriller at Tampa Theatre with a special late-night Series. Show features puppets, original songs showing in honor of the visiting SharkCon. and audience participation. Tickets start at $7.50.

Hear from special guest Stuart Cover, stunt diver www.strazcenter.org 2-4 and â&#x20AC;&#x153;shark wrangler.â&#x20AC;? Rated PG. Running time: 124 minutes. www.tampatheatre.org 10 & Older We Will Rock You 0D\ YDULRXV WLPHV 0DOHIHFHQW Enjoy the worldwide smash hit musical by Queen 2SHQV 0D\ and Ben Elton when it comes to the Straz for a Learn the origins of the villain from Sleeping limited engagement. Sing along to one Queen Beauty in this revealing, untold story of the evil classic after another, including the title song. queen. Angelina Jolie stars in the title role. Rated Tickets are $46.50-$81.50. www.strazcenter.org PG. Running time: 135 minutes. 8 & Older 12 & Older

theater & dance $QQXDO $PHULFDQ 6WDJH LQ WKH 3DUN 7KH :L] 7KURXJK 0D\ YDULRXV WLPHV Ease on down the road for American Stageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s yearly theater production in Demens Landing Park in downtown St. Petersburg. Tickets: $13$32 for ages 7 and older. www.americanstage. org Everyone All New People 0D\ -XQH YDULRXV WLPHV See the latest work from actor and awardwinning writer of Garden State Zach Braff in this Jobsite Theater production at the Strazâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shimberg Playhouse. A heartbroken man visits an island ghost town to get away from the world RQO\ WR PHHW XS ZLWK D SDUDGH RI PLVĂ&#x20AC;WV 7LFNHWV start at $28. www.jobsitetheater.org Moms & Dads

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Stomp $SULO ² 0D\ YDULRXV WLPHV Catch an explosive performance from the percussion sensation as they bring raw energy and talent to the Straz. Using everything from brooms to garbage cans, hubcaps to Zippo OLJKWHUV WKH HQVHPEOH ZLOO Ă&#x20AC;OO &DURO 0RUVDQL Hall with rhythm. Tickets are $43-$63. www. strazcenter.org 6 & Older Chelsea Handler 0D\ S P Laugh it up as the comedian, author and talk VKRZ KRVW EULQJV KHU RXWVSRNHQ DQG Ă&#x20AC;HUFH WDNH on things to her stand-up comedy tour and stops at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater. Tickets start at $67.25. www.rutheckerdhall.com Girls Night Out, Date Night Tropical Heatwave 0D\ YDULRXV WLPHV Discover one of the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s longest-running musical events and support community radio station WMNF when this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eclectic mix of artists hit the Cuban Club Mainstage and a few smaller stages nearby in the heart of Ybor City.

Weekend passes are $40. Call 813-238-8001. www.wmnf.org Moms & Dads 0LFKDHO -DFNVRQ 7KH ,PPRUWDO :RUOG 7RXU 0D\ YDULRXV WLPHV Experience an electrifying production celebrating the music of Michael Jackson through the elegant spectacle of Cirque du Soleil when it visits the Tampa Bay Times Forum.

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Morrissey 0D\ S P See the beloved 80s recording artist and former frontman for The Smiths as he embarks on an extensive U.S. tour, with a stop at the Mahaffey in St. Pete. Tickets are $55-$89.50. www. themahaffey.com Moms, Date Night

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