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Office Depot Land O'Lakes Ribbon Cutting  

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Joseph Hill Office Depot Store Manger, with the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Wesley Chapel of Commerce at the ribbon cutting ceremony held on Dec. 7.  7521...Honorary Mayor of Land O’ Lakes Chip Crouse of Levin Financial Group, Evelyn Clay, Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce President (on right), and Donna Piscitelli, Chamber Ambassador give Office Depot Store Manager Joseph Hill his Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce Plaque and a warm welcome at the ribbon cutting ceremony on December 7.  The new store is located at 1714 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., Wesley Chapel.  They can be reached at 813-994-4131. 7519...Jason Wilson (on right), Executive Director of the Greater Wesley Chapel of Commerce  presents Office Depot Store Manger Joseph Hill with a Welcome to the Neighborhood plaque at the ribbon cutting ceremony on December 7.  The new store is located at 1714 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., Wesley Chapel.  They can be reached at 813-994-4131.  7515-p...Joseph Hill, (fourth from left), Office Depot Store Manger, prepares to cut the ribbon with the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Wesley Chapel of Commerce at the ribbon cutting ceremony held on December 7.  He was joined by several chamber members and Florida Representative Elect Will Weatherford, Kathy Dunkley, Executive Director of the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce, Jason Wilson, Executive Director of the Greater Wesley Chapel of Commerce, Chip Wichmanowski, Executive Director of the Pasco Education Foundation, Scott Davis, Executive Director of the Suncoast Harvest Food Bank, Lisa Marshall, Regional Director for Senator Bill Nelson, Jody Lazzara , Director of Gulfcoast North Area Health Education Center, Inc., and Honorary Mayor Sharon Rogers, of Wesley Chapel, and Honorary Mayor of Land O’ Lakes, Chip Crouse. Office Depot donated $500 each (along with 25 back packs) to the Pasco Education Foundation, the Suncoast Harvest Food Bank, and the Gulfcoast North Area Health Education Center, Inc. The new store is located at 1714 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., WC. They can be reached at 994-4131.

Event: 12/7/2006  Contains: 7 photos 20061207-01 587449

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Remembrance Memorial Service

at Loyless Funeral Home

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John Loyless (from left), of the Loyless Funeral Home in Land O’ Lakes, put on the 7th Annual Remembrance Service on December 12 for families they served this past year who lost loved ones.  This is done to help them get through their first Christmas Holiday.  He is pictured with Kim and Bob Singerman, of Lutz, who provided music.  The Reverend Dewey D. Huffstutler, of the Land O’ Lakes Church of God, spoke to the standing room only funeral home and read poems “My First Christmas in Heaven”, “When Sorrow Comes”, and “They Are Gone”.  He encouraged them to let others help them in the process.  Everyone sang Silent Night while holding candles and each family received a memorial tree ornament.  Refreshments were served after the service.   Photos of this event by Faith Jordan-Masella of www.LandOLakesFLA.com.

Event: 12/12/2006  Contains: 1 photo 20061212-02  587493

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Santa Claus visits Connerton  

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Anthony Lynch, (on left) a student at Sugar & Spice, brought a letter to Santa when he and his brother Chase Lynch, a student at Denham Oaks Elementary visited Santa and Mrs. Claus (Fran and Vic Sitmer) at the Rosewood Cottage at Connerton on December 10.  Photos of this event by Faith Jordan-Masella

Event: 12/10/2006 Contains: 1 photo 20061210-01 587490

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Wecks Deli ribbon cutting  

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Alex Altenhoff and John Miller (center with scissors), owners of Weck’s Deli prepare to cut the ribbon for the Ceremony with the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce on December 12.  They were joined by the Chamber President Evelyn Clay, Chamber Chairman of the Board Terry Moses, Chamber Executive Director Kathy Dunkley, Honorary Mayor of Land O’ Lakes Chip Crouse and several chamber members.  Weck’s Deli is located at 21511 Village Lakes Shopping Center in Land O’ Lakes and can be reached at 813-948-1615. 

Event: 12/13/2006 Contains: 1 photo 20061213-01 587497

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Seibel Falls Ribbon Cutting

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Event: 12/14/2006 Contains: 1 photo  20061214-01 587500

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Paradise 4L Lions  

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Event: 12/13/2006  Contains: 1 photo 20061213-02 587498

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Moose Donation to Sanders  

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Event: 12/12/2006 Contains: 2 photos 20061212-01 587491

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Coco performs at Rapscallions  

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Event: 12/8/2006  Contains: 32 photos 20061208-02 583326

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Publix donate to Habitat for Humanity  

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Event: 12/4/2006 Contains: 13 photos  20061204-01 583219

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Alex Art Quilt  

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Event: 12/9/2006 Contains: 1 photo 20061209-02 583512

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Wilderness Lake Preserve Art Show  

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Event: 12/3/2006  Contains: 3 photos  20061203-00 582952

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Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce Holiday Party  

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Event: 12/7/2006 Contains: 45 photos 20061207-00  582975

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Christmas Trees at Harvester Methodist Church in Land O' Lakes  

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Event: 12/2/2006 Contains: 1 photo 20061202-02  577878

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Unique Jewelry at Yadda Yadda Java Bookstore & More  

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Event: 11/29/2006  Contains: 6 photos  20061130-01 577553

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Alex Art Gallery Holiday

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Event: 11/18/2006  Contains: 3 photos  20061118-09 570179

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UCF Film Student  

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Event: 11/18/2006  Contains: 2 photos 20061118-06 569016

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Pasco-Baldomero Lopez State VA Nursing Home wins Gold Seal Award for Second Year in a Row

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..6375...The Baldomero Lopez State VA Nursing Home has won the Gold Seal Award for Second Year in a Row.  The prestigious award was presented on November 17 at the Home in Land O’ Lakes.  Participating in the ceremony are (from left): Aide to Congresswoman Ginny Brown-Waite, Erin Stacy, Executive Director FDVA Rocky McPherson, Chair of Gold Seal Panel Barbara Hengstebeck, Homes Program Director FDVA Greg Puckett, Homes Program FDVA Joanne Cox, Administrator Baldomero Lopez State Veterans’ Nursing Home Rebecca Yackel, and Pasco County Commissioner Pat Mullieri.  6380...The various Teams at the Baldomero Lopez State VA Nursing Home were an important part of the winning of the Gold Seal Award.  Representing different departments are (from left):  Activities Director Susan Poynter, Maintenance Department John Mitchell, Natures’ Coast Volunteers Fran Steeves, Dietary Manager Jackie Gorgen, Social Services Mary Robinson, Volunteer Jane Armand, Director of Nurses Susan Guthrie, Risk Manager Jan Odell, Hillsborough Sheriff’s Department Volunteers Sharon Richmond, Housekeeping Director Bill Corrick, and Administrator Rebecca Yackel.  The Gold Seal Award goes to only 1-2% of all the VA State Nursing Homes.   Homes Program Director FDVA Greg Puckett said, “to win this award one time is special, but to win it twice is exceptional”.  Photos of this and other events by Faith Jordan-Masella.

Event: 11/17/2006  Contains: 3 photos 20061117-03 570209

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FLAPJACK FESTIVAL

Mr. Legs and

Honorary Mayor galleries are now posted (below)

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Event: 11/4/2006 Contains: 144 photos 20061104-02 556657

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  Boy Scout Bike Rodeo with Sheriff Dept

at East Lake Park  

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Event: 11/11/2006 Contains: 3 photos  20061103-03  562130

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THANK YOU VETERANS!

Veterans Program at Loyless Funeral Home

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Event: 11/11/2006 Contains: 6 photos  20061111-07 561807

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  Veterans Day at Baldomero Lopez VA Nursing Home

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Event: 11/11/2006  Contains: 6 photos  20061111-02 562128

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Hawley ribbon cut  

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Event: 11/8/2006 Contains: 10 photos 20061108 561758

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 Bay Area Watersports top service dealer

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 Chuck Alleger and James Kranendonk owners of Bay Area Watersports in Land O’Lakes came home from the International Meeting of Master Craft Dealers held last month in Sanibel Island recognized a the top service dealer won the Customer Service Award as well as Dealer on the Move. 

Bay Area Watersports is sponsoring the Polarbear Wakeboard Tournament on December 9 at their new location on Bell Lake Rd, 4608 Land O’Lakes Blvd. The tournament is open to the public. For more information call 996-2297.

Event: 11/10/2006  Contains: 5 photos 20061110-01 561777

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Democratic Post Election  

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 On Saturday, November 11, the Executive Committee of the Pasco Democratic Party held their post election meeting at the Land O’Lakes Community Center. Chairperson Alison Morano wanted to thank everyone for their hard work in this election season. Democrats in Pasco elected a new County Commissioner and had an above average turnout of voters (49.4% in Pasco, compared to a state average of 46.1%). In addition to the victory of  County Commissioner Elect Michael Cox, a majority Pasco voters supported Stephen Gorham in the State Senate 10 race and a majority of State House 48 voters in Pasco County turned out for Zimmermann. Also, the Pasco Democratic Party just posted one of the most successful fundraising quarters in recent years. Sitting in front of their fellow DEC members and hardworking volunteers are (from left) Democratic Executive Committee member Joanne McWethy, DEC Secretary Nola Branche, State Committeeman Matt Murphy, Chairperson Alison Morano, Vice Chairperson Cal Branche, State Committeewoman Angella Bowman, Publicity Chairperson Ron Rice, DEC Member Donovan Brown. Event: 11/11/2006  Contains: 6 photos  20061111-01 561784

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T Mobile opens

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Adrian Lopez promotional representative for T Mobile and Roberto Castrodad T Mobile Sales Manager 817-6664 get prepared for their Grand Opening Saturday November 18th at 1906 Oak Grove Dr. in Land O’Lutz, behind Eagle Plaza on St Rte 54.

Event: 11/11/2006  Contains: 1 photo  20061111-04 561789

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Will Weatherford Victory

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 Sam Weatherford came home from China, to help his brother Will Weatherford, as his campaign manager, on a very successful but unique campaign. Weatherford’s name could not be on the ballot because of technicalities due to a hasty appointment by Gov. Bush of Representative Ken Littlefield. In two years, Weatherford will have a chance to use the Weatherford name without fear of confusing the voters. A victory party was held November 7th at Saddlebrook for friends, families and supporters.

Event: 11/7/2006  Contains: 36 photos00 61107-01 561756

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Alexandria Art Gallery at the Artists Co-Op “Art Isn’t Scary”

Rachel Musaerenge (on right), of Land O’ Lakes, shows her art to Genia Ward (on left), owner of Alexandria Art Gallery at the Artists Co-Op “Art Isn’t Scarry” event on October 27.  Also pictured are (from left): local artist Kathleen Durham, artist David Thompson-The Grim Reaper, and Solomon and Simon Musaerenge, students at Lake Myrtle Elementary

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Rapscallions Benefit

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Event: 10/26/2006  Contains: 15 photos  20061026-03 550266

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Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church Fashion Show

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Event: 10/21/2006  Contains: 5 photos 20061021-01 543384

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Chip Crouse for Honorary Mayor Masquerade Ball  
 

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Event: 10/21/2006
Contains: 9 photos 20061021-04  562126

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Storsafe Grand Opening  

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Event: 10/14/2006 Contains: 4 photos  20061014-01 538713

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Will Weatherford for State Rep. Dinner

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Event: 10/16/2006  Contains: 38 photos  20061016-01 537320

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Caliente Breast Cancer Benefit

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Event: 10/7/2006 Contains: 2 photos 20061007-03 536640

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Daniel Heinig MD Grand Opening

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Event: 9/30/2006  Contains: 11 photos 20060930-02 536629

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Abraham Rivera MD Grand Opening

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Event: 9/30/2006  Contains: 4 photos  20060930-03 536633

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Buffalo Wild Wings Open - Trinity

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Event: 10/6/2006  Contains: 10 photos 20061006-03 537827

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Chip Wine Tasting at Beck

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Event: 9/27/2006 Contains: 2 photos 20060927-02 537860

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LOL Chip for Mayor Luau

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Event: 9/23/2006 Contains: 8 photos 20060923-03 537810

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Exit Gulf Shores rib cut

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Event: 9/6/2006 Contains: 1 photo  20060906-05 536644

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Sertoma Sports Clay Shoot

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Event: 10/7/2006  Contains: 24 photos 20061007-01  536134

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Miss Central Pasco Scholarship Pageant

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Event: 9/30/2006  Contains: 281 photos  20060930-07 521627

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Land O'Lakes Chamber Retreat

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Event: 9/16/2006   Contains: 11 photos 20060916 516894

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Storsafe Storage rib cut

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Storsafe Self Storage held their ribbon cutting with the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce on September 14.  Area Manager Keith Mitchell (center with scissors) and Property Manager Renee Archer (sixth from right in front) welcomed chamber members and business associates with refreshments and a tour of the beautiful state-of-the-art facility that is open seven days a week.  Storsafe Self Storage is located at 22831 Preakness Blvd., Land O’ Lakes (off of Collier Parkway).  They can be reached at 813-242-7867 or www.storsafeselfstorage.com.

Event: 9/14/2006  Contains: 1 photo 20060914-03  516893

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Planet Beach Grand Opening

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Planet Beach Tanning and Spa, had their Grand Opening on September 23 offering specials and refreshments.  Owners Rich and Julie Spencer invite you to come in and see their beautiful innovative place where you can tan at different levels on different beds or you can try the Hydration Station bed. Workers must complete different classes to be employed.  They are located at 27607 SR 56 # 108, Wesley Chapel, and can be reached at 813-991-4433 or www.planetbeach.com.

Event: 9/23/2006   Contains: 1 photo  20060923-02 516896

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The Groves welcome Publix to the Neighborhood

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Publix officials Regional Director Jim Herring, retired Publix Executive Vincent E. Snider and current Groves resident, Corporate Media and Community Relations Manager Shannon Patten, District Manager Tana Keating and Tressie Coffey went all out to thank the residents of The Groves for welcoming them into their community.
Event: 9/16/2006   20060916-05 506509

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Reds Sporting Goods next to Publix

 in Land O'Lakes

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Lisa Grizzard came in to the new Red’s Sporting Goods store, located on 2115 Collier Parkway between Belks and Publix looking for a pair of sliders for Tiana Wavelet, a 5th grader at Oakstead Elementary, and was impressed with the wide variety available. Land O’Lakes High senior Danny Garcia helps shoppers navigate the huge store that stocks everything sports related when we is not holding down the line for the Gators.

Event: 9/16/2006  Contains: 1 photo  20060916-04 513423

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Benedetto's Ristorante Italiano's Fifth Anniversary

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Candace DeForest takes care of a customer at the Fifth Anniversary of Benedetto’s Ristorante Italiano.  She has worked there for over three years.  Ben Pumo  gives regular customer Dr. Patel a prize during the Fifth Anniversary.  Withlacoochee River Electric Co-Op employee Ernie Holyhauer (of Brooksville) took his wife Donna to the Fifth Anniversary of Benedetto’s Ristorante Italiano to celebrate their fifteenth wedding anniversary. Nancy and Ben Pumo, of Miami, are the proud parents of Ben Pumo (center), owner of Benedetto’s Ristorante Italiano.  They enjoyed the Fifth Anniversary of the opening of his restaurant that has been named one of the top 400 restaurants in Florida for four years in a row.  They are located at 21529 Village Lakes Shopping Center, Land O’ Lakes , and can be reached at 813-909-9694 or www.BenedettoItaliano.com . Robin Allen was one of the winners of a free dinner courtesy of Ben Pumo of Benedetto’s Ristorante Italiano.  Pumo said, “ the turn-out for our anniversary was perfect. I had the chance to meet and talk with every guest from the new customer to the five-year regular customer. Every one seems to enjoy what I created here in Land O’ Lakes. I will continue come up with new recipes and adding little touches to the decor. I'm not going anywhere. I enjoy this too much.”  Land O’ Lakes resident Terry Sweasy had a great time with Ben and Liz Pumo at their Fifth Anniversary for the opening of Benedetto’s Ristorante Italiano.  Sweasy has been a loyal customer of  Pumo’s since before he opened the restaurant and had a dish named after her, Sea Bass Terry.  Toby Herrerea has served customers with a smile for over three years at Benedetto’s Ristorante Italiano. 

Event: 9/6/2006 Contains: 102 photos 20060906  506336

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