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April 2011
Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce
 with Rasmussen College

The region will usher in a new chapter in its educational history on May 1 when Rasmussen College opens its new campus at Sunlake Boulevard and SR 54. Claire Walker, campus president for the Pasco County campuses of Rasmussen College, outlined the college’s plans for the campus at a Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce luncheon last week. The college’s new 25,000-square-foot building will begin offering online and traditional courses in August, Walker said. It has schools of nursing, health science, tech and design, business, education and justice studies. The new campus is situated between the Suncoast Parkway and Interstate 75, making it convenient for residents in Pasco and Hillsborough counties. It also will provide a straight shot into Hillsborough County when the Sunlake Boulevard extension is completed in future yearsRead more by B.C. Manion at Claire Walker of Rasmussen College at Central Pasco Chamber

 

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Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce with Rasmussen College
 
 
 
April 2011
 Ribbon Cutting for Collier Parkway
& Parkway Boulevard Opening
 
Commissioners Henry Wilson, Pat Mulieri and Ted Schrader (left) cut the ribbon on the 4.3 million dollar Collier Parkway two mile extension project routing north bound traffic to Ehren Cutoff that also opens up a back door to the Dupree Lakes subdivision. Also pictured (right) are are Pasco County Attorney Jeff Steinsnyder, County Administrator John Gallagher, Dave Klima of Beazer Homes, builder in the Dupree Lakes subdivision and Bipin Parikh, Assistant County Administrator. Jennifer Crosby, Principal of Pine View Middle School and Judith A. Cosh, Principal of Pine View Elementary School were delighted that the new road opening will divert traffic away from their two schools and ease safety concerns. However, demonstrating the serious nature of the new intersection at Hale Road and Collier Parkway, the brown car going east-bound on Hale Road, with a stop sign, passes in front of the blue car going south-bound on Collier Parkway, even though the blue car has the right of way with no stop signs. Many local citizens are concerned that after 20 years of the drivers on Collier Parkway having to stop and the drivers on Hale Road getting to drive through, switching stop signs without any traffic lights may be inviting a major accident. Pasco County Officials said there is a warrant study under way to determine whether or not a light will be installed.
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Collier Parkway Ribbon Cutting
 
 

April 2011

Chamber Family Bike Day
at Club Connerton
 
The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce played host to a 2nd Annual Family Fun Bike Ride at Club Connerton, 21100 Fountain Garden Way. Participants had a choice to ride a 5 mile or 10 mile route through The Connerton Trail, which consists of boardwalks and paved trails so riders had a great chance to see nature in its natural environment. The Charles S. Rushe Middle School Chorus entertained the crowd after the race. Sponsors like Bay Cities Bank and Great Britain Tile, graciously picked up the tab for the event. On hand to present Kevin, Josie and Jimmy Perridge of Lake Myrtle Elementary, whose bike was donated by Bay Cities Bank and Dan and Nancy Griffis and their three boys, twins Jet and Charles, and Luke who won a bike donated by Great Britain Tile. Finding 87 eggs was just enough for Braeden Williams 7, of Lake Myrtle Elementary to take the top prize, a $10 gift certificate for Target donated by Derek Lovett of Compass Self Storage. Braeden stands with his big sister Taylor 10 and Dad Steve Williams at the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce 2nd Annual Family Bike Ride at Club Connerton. Overall, great weather created a perfect scenario for a family fun day sponsored by the Central Pasco Chamber! Check their website for more upcoming events that you can bring the whole family to! www.centralpascochamber.org
 
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Chamber Family Bike Day
 
 
March 2011
Ribbon Cutting at
Design Three Interiors
 
 
The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce held a Ribbon Cutting for Design Three Interiors' new Studio with showroom in Lutz.  Design Three Interiors is your choice for the best interior design consulting services because they believe in creating surroundings that reflect your lifestyle, respect your budget, and give you a sense of accomplishment and pride. They will act as your partner in creating surroundings that will make you love coming home!  For information about their services just call 813-406-4877 today or visit the showroom and enjoy the many well priced treasures they offer to make your house into a home. They are located at  1641 Land O’ Lakes Blvd.
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Design Three Interiors Ribbon Cutting
 
March 2011
Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce
Expo & Taste of the Town

The 21st Annual Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce Business Expo brings over 100 area businesses together to show the locals and each other what they have to offer. Friday is the day when the local businesses set up their booth and do a little business to business mingling but on Saturday the fun started at 9am with the local residents showing up to check out the booths and bag some free items with the businesses name on them. Executive Accounts Administrator, Sheila Tramontana of OurtownFLA.com enjoyed telling the attendees how they can be FRONT PAGE STARS like these two lovely ladies who stopped by! A $1,000 savings bond was given away Saturday along with door prizes. The fun lasted until about 3pm when the booths began coming down.  The Taste of the Town started around 11am and ran until about 2pm. Strawberry Shortcake was among the favorite desserts along with a pie and cake baking contest. Food samples were $1 with proceeds going to the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce’s scholarship fund. Serving up yummy food  was Hungry Harry's BBQ, Big Apple Bagels, Fresco Pizza, Pizza Villa and Villa Verde. 

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February 2011
Central Pasco Chamber Mixer
at Seneca at Cypress Creek
The Chamber held at Mixer at Seneca at Cypress Creek Apartments, 1810 Sweetbroom Circle, Lutz (off SR 54 & Collier) recently and everyone had a great time. Refreshments from Publix, Land O Lakes were served to all the guests. The beautiful new apartment complex has a billards table, meeting area, television viewing area, Clubhouse, and beautiful grounds. Fore more information about the complex, visit http://www.senecaatcypresscreek.com/ or call the office at (813) 909-2000
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Central Pasco Chamber
Guest Speaker Paula O Neil
Pasco County Clerk of Court Paula O'Neil…Pasco County Clerk of Circuit Court & County Comptroller, Paula S. O'Neil spoke to the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce monthly meeting on the topic of "The Importance of Auditing" and on the reorganization of her office and the challenges of improving customer service in an age of budget cuts.
 
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Central Pasco Chamber Breakfast at Bay Cities Bank
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January 2011
 
 
Central Pasco Chamber Mixer
 
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Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce
Christmas Party at the Grove
 
Honorary Mayor of Land O' Lakes Amanda Malhoit (left) turned over her sash  to Glenda Wilson with President Gary Williams and Sherry Markee at the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce's Annual Christmas Holiday Party held at The Groves of Dec. 14 . Mayor Glenda won by raising over a Thousand dollars in her Campaign this year. The Honorary Mayor Campaign is designed to benefit the Chamber, but also benefiting will be the Lutz-Land O' Lakes Woman's Club and Treats for Troops. The traditional Wacky Tie contest and Crazy Hat Competition was a big crowd pleaser.  The Chamber also collected toys for Christmas presents for children involved in Big Brothers / Big Sisters. 
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20101214-01
 
Customer Appreciation Day
at The Plant Stop
 
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Visit: The Plant Stop
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Central Pasco Chamber 1st Annual Clay Shooting Event

 

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October 16, 2010
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A Cup of Organic wants to be

 the community coffee shop

 

 

          It doesn’t take long to realize that A Cup of Organic, a coffee shop in Lutz, isn’t your typical place to get a cup of Joe or a fancy coffee drink.  

          There’s live music there three nights of the week, free wi-fi and the menu offers a selection of organic coffees, teas, smoothies, milkshakes, sandwiches, muffins, cupcakes, cookies and other pastry items.
         It has a clean, contemporary feel – and a relaxed vibe. It also wants to be more than a place where people rush through to get their morning java.
 

Read more by B.C. Manion at the Community News

 
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September 13, 2010
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Games, fun await visitors to  
Xtreme Family Fun Center in Lutz
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After a busy summer, the Xtreme Adventures Family Fun Center in Lutz is adjusting to changing schedules that accompany the return of students to school.“ Summer was great,” said regional manager Leila Kroll.  “September seems to be a little slower with the start of school.  So we try to let people know about our fundraisers that we do for the schools, youth group, athletic club and still have fun.” Opened in June 2009, Xtreme Adventures features a state-of-the art, 6000-square-foot, two-level laser tag arena where customers can play up to three games. Pricing for a single game is $8, two for $14 and three for $19. Wednesday and Thursday special features unlimited play from 4-10 p.m. for $15.  Friday’s special includes unlimited play from 4-11 p.m. for $25. Read more Here
 
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All Tune and Lube “Total Car Care”
 Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting
 
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All Tune and Lube , owner Bob Ramazzotto and Manager Brian Kruck celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting for their “Total Car Care” service center with friends, family, customers and many local business people from the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce. “We have highly trained professionals that do quality repairs at great prices” said Ramazzotto. They can handle everything from basic oil changes to complicated engine repairs and transmission work.  All Tune and Lube, located at 4107 Land O’Lakes Boulevard, provides free shuttle service and for those that wish to wait, free WiFi and play area. You can contact Bob at 813 996-2886. Photos by Anthony V. Masella Jr. of www.OurtownFLA.com.

 
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Central Pasco Chamber Awards Banquet-
OurTownFLA.com won the Media Award!
Larry Delucenay of Mad Hatter Utilities presented the Media Award to Faith Jordan-Masella. Thank you to the Chamber for this award.
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KB Homes at Brookfield Ribbon Cutting
with Central Pasco Chamber
They are located at 4305 Fieldview Circle, Wesley Chapel . They can be reached at 813-995-9057
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Central Pasco Chamber's 24th Annual
 Golf Tournament
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Seneca Apartments at Cypress Creek
Ribbon Cutting w Central Pasco Chamber
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They are located at 1810 Sweetbroom Circle, Lutz, FL 33559
 
20100602-01
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Ribbon Cuttings for First American
 Mortgage, Point to Point Printing,
 and  Lane Business Consulting
with Central Pasco Chamber
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20100527-01
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J. Joseph Salon Ribbon Cutting with
Central Pasco Chamber

They are located at 5132 Land O' Lakes, Blvd, Land O' Lakes

and can be reached at (813) 235-6848.

 

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Central Pasco Chamber
Gen Membership Meeting
...Koni Cassini, Director of Finance & Administration at Tampa Bay Water, spoke to the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce Members at the General Membership Meeting about what it is doing to meet the region’s current water supply needs and the plans they have to meet future water needs.  The meeting was held on May 12 at the Residence Inn by Marriott. For more information about the chamber, call 813-909-2722 or go to www.centralpascochamber.com.
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The Plant Stop and
Rock Solid Stone Centers Grand Opening

check out their plants at 3904 Land O' Lakes Blvd., or call them at 813-428-5922.

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20100515-00
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New Tampa ~ Wesley Chapel
Health Expo 2010 
Central Pasco Chamber

New Tampa Marketing & Concierge Services, Inc. put on the New Tampa~Wesley Chapel Health Expo 2010 that was held at the New Tampa Holiday Inn Express near Muvico. The event was sponsored by USF Health, Florida Medical Clinics, New Tampa Gazette and RS Media Solutions. Mary Ann Yaney, of New Tampa Marketing & Concierge Services, Inc., can be reached at (813) 765-8113 or www.newtampamarketing.com

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Medi-Weightloss Lutz

20100515-00
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The Plant Stop Opens in Land O' Lakes
Come see Virginia and check out their plants at 3904 Land O' Lakes Blvd., or call them at 813-428-5922.
 
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20100506-05
 
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Rock Solid Stone Centers Opens

in Land O' Lakes.

They are located at 3904 Land O' Lakes Blvd., and can be reached at 813-428-6920.
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Spring Showcase Event
at Southern Crafted Homes

 
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       Southern Crafted Homes hosted a Spring Showcase Event on Sunday April 25th from 1 to 4 at their Devonwood community in Land O Lakes. Everyone was welcome. Art work, photography, glass work, jewelry and more were on display in their model center with artists from around the Tampa Bay area. Call Marie at 813-949-9273 for more information. Address is 20625 Amanda Oak Court, Land O Lakes 
 

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Central Pasco Chamber
Wednesday Morning Networking
at Hungry Harry's Meeting Room

 
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NY Style Events finds
 New Networking Location
Benedetto's Ristorante Italiano in Land O'Lakes
21529 Village Lakes Shopping Center
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20100319-01
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Bunnies at Pet City
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Little Stella's Children's Consignment Shop Opens
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 They are located at 5132 Land O' Lakes Blvd.,  next to J. Joseph Salon in Land O' Lakes
 20100325
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Discovery Point Child Development Center
opens with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with the Central Pasco Chamber
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 They are located at 23695 Venezia Drive, Land O' Lakes
 20100325
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Weck's American Grill knows how to
celebrate St. Patrick's Day!
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Weck's American Grill (aka Weck's Deli) is packing em in at their new location. Go visit them at 18450 US Hwy 41, Lutz (on the corner of Hwy 41 and Sunset next to McDonalds in Sunset Point. They can be reached at 813-948-1615 or 
www.wecksamericangrill.com.
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Central Pasco Chamber
 Business Expo & Taste of the Town
Wendy Hevia (on left), watches husband and business partner David Hevia clean a ring on the Steam Dragon as Salesperson Merideth Kleker watches.
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Grand Opening Tibbetts
Lumber Company in Land O'Lakes
By Anthony Masella Jr
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Mr. Linton Tibbetts and Pasco County Admin John Gallagher cut the ribbon at the Grand opening of Tibbetts Lumber Company at it familiar location of SR 54 and 41 in Land O’Lakes.…Cox Lumber Company Executive Vice President Arlen Tillis and Tibbetts Lumber owner Linton Tibbetts welcome Jimmy Rane, who portrays the “YellaFella” character in the popular commercial for Yellawood products to the Grand Opening. …Pasco County Mike Olsen spoke at the Grand Opening of Mr. Linton Tibbetts’ Tibbetts Lumber Company also spoke at the original opening at this same location 31 years ago as a Pasco County Commissioner.
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One man's simple idea
saves Pasco County $100,000
One man who responded to tough economic times by thinking outside of the box has saved his county tens of thousands of dollars. John Leucke is in charge of supplies for Pasco Fire and Rescue. He sorts drugs and medical supplies and ships them out to engines and rescue vehicles. While doing his job, he noticed a more efficient and cheap way of distributing the inventory. "Each unit is required to carry a certain amount of drugs, so they were outdating," Leucke said. "And each month we would surplus these drugs as they outdated." Leucke submitted a drug recycling idea to the county commission through the county's Cost Savings Award Program. His idea was approved.
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Central Pasco Chamber Mixer at
 Bay Gulf Credit Union
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2010-0224
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Barkfest at LOL Rec
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 Rasmussen College Fair
at Renaissance Inn
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20100218-01
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Biz Buzz Connections
Networking Inaugural Meeting
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This new networking group meets at Copperstone Executive Suites located at 3632 Land O' Lakes Blvd, in LOL, on Tuesday's from 8:00-9:30am. For more information, call Shelley Nelson Ketchem at 813-909-2800, or Mary Lynn Gorsline at 813-298-7363, or Edna Dunston at 813-785-3117.

20100216-01
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Oasis Pregnancy Baby
Shower Networking
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 Central Pasco Chamber of
Commerce Meeting
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Old favorite opens under new
Management under new name
Tibbetts Lumber
 

For more than 30 years, Doug Ford of Land O’ Lakes has been buying lumber and building supplies from what once was Cox Lumber. He said when he learned the same owners were re-opening the store he was thrilled.

I was real excited,” Ford said. “I like the store because they cater to contractors more than the big chains like Home Depot and Lowe’s. They are unique because they are a full service lumber yard.”

Even though the name has changed, the people, products and services are the same as before when it was Cox Lumber. Tibbetts Lumber, located at the northwest corner of US 41 and SR 54, offers an extensive hardware department, a professional paint department, roof trusses, interior and exterior pre-hung doors and a complete line of lumber and lumber associated products.

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Central Pasco Chamber Networking 
Breakfast at Bay Cities Bank
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Bob Markee, of SML Services Inc. (on left), and Gary Williams, of Bay Cities Bank, hosts of the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce Networking Breakfast, served several chamber members breakfast at the Bay Cities Bank in Lutz on January 26.  Photo by Faith Jordan-Masella of www.OurTownFLA.com
 
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Suncoast Arts Festival at
the Shops at Wiregrass
 
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Lisa Reilly with twin ten year old daughters Kerry and Caitlin students at Seven Oaks Elementary admire one of the works of Wesley Chapel artist Bob McAnespie, a street scene in Lucca, Italy at the Hyundai & Mazda of Wesley Chapel Suncoast Arts Festival at Shops at Wiregrass on January 23, 2010. Photos of this event by Anthony Masella Jr. can be found at www.OurtownFLA.com.
 
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All Smiles Tampa Bay Ribbon Cutting
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Dr. Joe Grimaudo, of All Smiles Tampa Bay (center holding scissors) prepares to cut the ribbon at his Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce.  His new office is in Suncoast Meadows Professional Park, 17200 Camelot Ct., Land O' Lakes. He can be reached at 813-345-8580 or www.AllSmilesTampaBay.com
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Doggone Solutions Field Day
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Kelly Reardon, of Land O’ Lakes, dressed Mattie, a Wheaton Terrier, and then ran the relay while trying to keep her hat on at Field Day put on by Doggone Solutions on January 16.  The event was held at Starkey Ranch.  For more information about Doggone Solutions, call 877-789-PAWS or go to www.DogGoneSolutions.com.
 
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Central Pasco Chamber Welcomes
 PEDC President John Hagen
John Hagen, President/CEO, of the Pasco Economic Development Council, spoke about the Overview of The Pasco Economic Development Council at the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce General Membership Meeting held at the Residence Inn Marriott at Northpointe on January 13. Contact the chamber at 813-909-2722 or www.centralpascochamber.com.
 
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January 13, 2010
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Wilderness Beef O' Brady's hosts
a fundraiser for Ethan Raske
Desperate parents will sometimes take desperate steps for their sick child. A New Port Richey couple, at their wit's end in their efforts to give some quality of life to their very ill 4-and-half-year-old son, is one of those couples.  Kathy and Darren Raske, are planning to take their son Ethan half way around the world - to China - for stem cell treatments they believe are the boy's last and best hope for an improvement in his quality of life. They'll be going without Ethan's own stem cells. His cord blood was collected at his birth and is privately stored but he isn't allowed access to it.  To read more of Ethan's Story, CLICK HERE:
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Central Pasco Chamber
 Holiday Party
 
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December 10, 2009 -01
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Party Scene
Grand Opening
Party Scene opens in Land O' Lakes. Come visit them at 2115 Collier Parkway or contact them at 813-949-7784 or www.partyscenestore.com.
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Central Pasco Chamber Mixer
at Northpointe Physicians   
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December 3, 2009 -01
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Amanda Malhoit is the new
 Central Pasco Chamber Honorary Mayor  
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Amanda Malhoit, of Gateway Chiropractic earned the most money to win.
November 20, 2009 -04
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Oakstead Business Expo
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November 14, 2009 -03
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Central Pasco Chamber's First Family Bike Ride at Connerton's beautiful trails.

 

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The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce held it’s 1st Annual Family Fun Bike Ride at Connerton Club House, located at 21100 Fountain Garden Way in Land O’Lakes. The Connerton Trail, consisting of boardwalks and paved trails offers a great opportunity to explore nature up close in a true natural environment. Riders chose from a 5 mile or 10 mile route.  Vendors were there and the Charles S. Rushe Middle School Jazz Band & Chorus entertained.

 

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Pasco County fifth grade essay contest entitled "Freedom Requires Responsibility.  

 

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Land O'Lakes Community

 

Pasco County Supervisor of Elections, Brian E. Corley, in partnership with the Pasco Council of Chambers, has announced the winners of the Pasco County fifth grade essay contest entitled "Freedom Requires Responsibility."  First Place: Received $500 cash compliments of the Pasco Council of Chambers is Emma Gazaway, Imagine School at Land O' Lakes.  Second Place: Received 4 tickets to a Tampa Bay Lightning game valued at $400 compliments of Tampa Bay Lightning/Kids Voting Tampa Bay is Hannah Presson, Denham Oaks Elementary.  Third Place: Received a bicycle through private donation is Cheyanne Johnson, Quail Hollow Elementary School. A total of 158 were submitted and judged by members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.  The contest is part of our countywide education program and is in addition to our High School Voter Registration Drive, our Vote in Honor of a Vet Program. Winners were announced at the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce General Membership Meeting on November 11. They are pictured with State Representative Will Weatherford who spoke about  Business Under Florida's Climate Today.

 

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Eagle Plaza holds The Tampa Bay  2nd Annual Health Fair


 

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Eagle Plaza held The Tampa Bay  2nd Annual Health Fair with free Vision screening and drawing for a free pair of designer sunglasses  from The Eyeglass Factory (who sponsored the event), Skin cancer screening by The Center for Dermatology and Skin Surgery. -- Body fat analysis by Medi Weight Loss Clinics. -- Blood pressure and blood glucose screenings by 10 to 10 Urgent Care. Eagle Plaza  is located at 24444 SR 54 next to the Ferman dealership. Contact the Eyeglass Factory at (813) 949-7274.

 

November 7, 2009

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Oasis - a Pregnancy Care Center holds Grand Opening

 they are located at 3632 Land O'Lakes Blvd, Suite 108
Land O'Lakes, and can be reached at 813-406-4965 or

http://oasispregnancycenter.org

 

 

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November 7, 2009

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Land O' Lakes High School Athletic Boosters put on Second Annual Swamp Fest

 

 

 

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November 7, 2009

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The Floor Boss Opens Doors in Land O' Lakes

Owner Pina Salcedo and Joe Masse can help with all your floor needs and finishing carpentry needs.

They are located at 5132 Land O' Lakes Blvd. (just south of the post office).

Reach them at 813-406-4420 or www.thefloorbossStore.com.

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November 7, 2009

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Haunted House at the Community Center

 

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Metz Orthodontics Ribbon Cutting

John Metz DMD, MS has his Ribbon Cutting with the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce. They are located at

20743 Sterlington Drive, Land O' Lakes, and can be reached at  813-948-6389 www.metzorthodontics.com

 

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Amanda Malhoit Ladies Tea and Fashion Show Fundraiser for Honorary Mayor

 

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October 17, 2009

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Parwick Kennels Spooky Tails Pet Contest Fundraiser raised $3,000 to benefit the K 9 Dogs.

 

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October 17, 2009

 

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Rita Greco, of Salon at the Lakes, Bingo Night Fundraiser for Honorary Mayor at Lake Padgett Estates East Clubhouse

 

 

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October 15, 2009

 

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Legacy Coins Opens

 

Art Pinto, of Legacy Coins, shows what it takes to buy this coin. Check out their many beautiful coins to buy and sell at their location at 1707 N. Dale Mabry Hwy. Lutz. Reach them at 813-948-8777.

 

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 Local Bake Sale part of Great American Bake Sale to end hunger

 

 

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October 10, 2009

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Xcel 360 Youth Fitness & Activity Center Opens Batting Cages and has a Fundraiser for Bella

 

 

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Xcel 360 Youth Fitness & Activity Center held a Fundraising Event to benefit Bella Rose Denisulk, a two-year old from Land O’ Lakes who has Neuroblastoma at their newly opened facility located at 1023 Gunn Hwy in Odessa on October 10.  All Proceeds went to Isabella.  Xcell 360 offers All-Star Cheerleading, Tumbling Classes, Batting Cages, Birthday Parties, an After School Program, Summer Camps, Mommy/Daddy & Me classes, Parkour, Music Lessons, & more.  For more information, go to www.XCEL360.com, or call (813)792-7037.

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Knowledge Points in Land O' Lakes celebrates One Year Anniversary

 

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Dr. Bobby Smith, Director of Learning for Knowledge Points of Land O’Lakes, celebrates the One-Year Anniversary with some of his students on October 10. They are located in the Collier Commons Plaza at 2201 Collier Pkwy., Land O’Lakes, and can be reached at 813-909-0781 or www.knowledgepoints.com/landolakes.

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Octoberfest at International Beer Garten

 

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Land O'Lakes Saturday Market
 

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David, Jordyn 4 and Robyn Burton of Sir Rebel Films of Land O’Lakes were offering DVD’s that teach the healthy way of eating and teaching the children so they can enjoy a lifetime of healthy living in a society that seems to push the opposite. Find out more at www.inGreedientsMovie.com . Music was provided by Jim Cummings and Aaron Cutoff. There was also performances by Hoola Monster at noon and belly dancer Sasha Lukekin. Food was provided by Joe’s Hot Dogs and Culinary Delights. Featured artists and crafters included Our Sweet Whimsy, functional art; France Doulk, baskets; Custom Wire Wrap, jewelry .American Hot Air Balloons, Victorious Life Church, Cub Scout Pack 323 and Master Gardeners were also be on hand. For more information, call (813) 731-5168 or visit www.LOLSaturdayMkt.com.  Hannah 3, Shannon and Morgan Casel 5 of Land O’Lakes find good things to eat that are also good for you at the Land O’ Lakes Saturday Market held for the first time at the Land O’Lakes Community Center. The market featured produce from Farmer Nancy Blavich, Heirloom Vegetable Gardeners, and Rick and Joyce Fritz, who will also had fresh, raw honey and Amish jams and jellies. Music was provided by Aaron Cutoff. Music was provided by Jim Cummings and the Land O’ Lakes Saturday Market organized by Pam St. Mary and Lee St. Mary. Morning Glory Farms - Heirloom Vegetable Gardeners. Rick and Joyce Fritz, who will also had fresh, raw honey and Amish jams and jellies.

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Conch Critters Entertains at Rapscallions

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Bill Pearce for Honorary Mayor at Xtreme Adventures

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September 22, 2009-02

 

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CP Chamber New Member Orientation at Barnies

 

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September 22, 2009-01

 

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Pizza Suprema Celebrates  Ten Year Anniversary

 

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Coastal Cleanup in Land O'Lakes

 

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Kathleen Durham paints Hungry Harry's BBQ

 

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Artists For Humanity Concert at Myrtle Lake Baptist benefits East Pasco Habitat for Humanity

 

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September 11, 2009

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Gateway Chiropractic Ribbon Cutting

 

 

Gateway Chiropractic Clinic, located at 6761 Land O' Lakes Blvd., Land O' Lakes held their Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce on September 10. 

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CP Chamber Gen Membership Meeting

 

Gary Loman, of Rasmussen College (center), introduced new Chamber of Commerce member Peter Castellani, Executive Director of Oasis-a Pregnancy Care Center, to Carla Looper, of Florida Insurance Brokers of Central Florida, a potential new member at the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce General Membership Meeting held at Willow Bend Community Church on September 9. 

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Sophisticated Tailoring Open House

 

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Sophisticated Tailoring for Women, a long-established alteration business in central Pasco, has relocated to Copperstone Executive Suites, 3632 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. Owner Edna Dunston held an open house on Sept. 3 to show off her new storefront. During the open house, Dunston
conducted sewing demonstrations and enrolled students in upcoming sewing classes. Beginning to advanced classes will be taught in tailoring and will include
Dunston’s special method of fitting and designing. For more information call Dunston at (813) 785-3177.

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Belk Honors Educators

 

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Belk honored local educators on September 2nd, by offering an EXTRA 20% off sale priced and regular priced items and 15% off home and shoes. They also enjoyed complimentary food and refreshments from Weck’s Deli, The 2008 and 2009 Best of Pasco Winner. The Land O' Lakes Belk is located at 2111 Collier Parkway in the Collier Commons Place.  They can be reached at 813-948-8555 or www.belk.com

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Xtreme Adventures Ribbon Cutting

 

Xtreme Adventures had their Ribbon Cutting with the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce on September 2. Chamber members got to play games, including the new bowling and received a tour.  Xtreme Adventures Lazer Tag is located at 24810 State Road 54, Lutz.  They can be reached at 813-949-3866 or xtremeadventures4fun.com
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Family Night Out at LOL Library

 

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Clarity Med Spa VIP Gold Party with Kiefer Village Jewels and Benefit for Marissa Collier

Coming out in support of Marissa Collier in her effort to compete in the Miss Florida Teen USA Pageant are Brianna Lupo, Florida’s Perfect Teen, Anastasia Stroup, Miss Central Pasco, Collier, Chloe Lupo, Miss Pasco County Fair and Shirley Leung, Miss Teen Wesley Chapel.

 

  Dr. Danny Abbruzzese, Dr. Khalid Saeed and Sharon Drenner, Marketing Coordinator of Clarity Med Spa partnered with Kiefer Village Jewels for a VIP Gold Party to raise funds for Marissa Collier in her effort to compete in the Miss Florida Teen USA Pageant with a VIP Gold Party. Kiefer Village Jewels will be buying old gold.  Attendees donated $25 or more to her Campaign Fund, and in return enjoyed any of these Special Services, a 15 Minute Massage, Mini Clarifying Peel,  Jane Iredale Cosmetic Consultation, Eyebrow Threading along with an evening of music and refreshments. For more information call 813-388-6818 or visit www.claritymedspa.com. Photos of this and other events by Anthony V. Masella Jr.      Dina Badami an appraiser consultant at Kiefer Village Jewels offers a couple hundred dollars for a lady’s old gold necklace Clarity MedSpa VIP Gold Party.

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Barnies Coffee

 

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CP Chamber Mixer at Seneca Apts

 

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Land O'Lakes Swim Team Banquet

 

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 Land O' Lakes Christian School Dedication

 

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 Land O' Lakes Christian School held a Dedication for their new building that contains a gymnasium. The impressive 1.2 million dollar structure was a wonderful church venture and was built by Bishop Construction. The celebration was held at the First Baptist Church service on August 16 and the congregation was treated to a wonderful BBQ dinner put on by Mike McBride's South Florida Catering after.

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Dunkin’ Donuts holds Grand Re-opening

 

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Dunkin’Donuts in Lutz, located at 22722 SR 54 at Collier Boulevard, held a Grand re-opening on Aug. 15.  They had donut decorating and  free samples of Dunkin’

Donuts and Baskin-Robbins menu items.  Owner Bob Jarabek admires the balloon hate worn by New Tampa's Jamie Miller.

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Space Box Storage Hosts Hometown Festival

 

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Bill Lehman, of Space Box Storage, hosted a Hometown Festival on August 15. He is pictured with Alicia Rio, of the American Cancer Society. A mini Relay For Life fundraiser was held along with an Antique Car Show, pony rides, artists, and vendors.  Space Box Storage is located at 2550 Land O' Lakes Blvd, Land O' Lakes, and can be reached at 813-949-9232.

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Belk hosts Central Pasco Chamber

 

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"You could be wearing these shoes!" says three year-old Tegan who modeled shoes at the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce Mixer held at Belk on August 11. Her dad Eric Drinkwater, manager of Belk, hosted the event that offered chamber members in attendance twenty percent off their purchase.  They were also treated to yummy food compliments of the newly opened CW’s Country Café......Shelby grabs for dollars in the Money Machine courtesy of Bay Gulf Credit Union at the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce Mixer held at Belk on August 11.  Her dad Eric Drinkwater, (pictured on right) manager of Belk, hosted the event.   Also pictured is Trena Reynolds, of Promotional Solutions.

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Central Pasco Chamber General Membership Meeting held at Residence Inn at Northpointe

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Pasco County Commissioner Jack Mariano spoke at the meeting. He is pictured with Dr. Jo Ann Daniels, of Central Pasco Veterinary Care.

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Grand Opening Back to School Bash at

Xtreme Adventures Laser Tag

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Xtreme Adventures held a Grand Opening Back to School Bash at

their brand new, State of the Art Family Fun Center on
 August 8. They offered up Special Events, Lazer Tag, Arcade, Bowling,

The "ROCK", Lazer Frenzy, Food, Drinks and Prizes.

Xtreme Adventures Lazer Tag is located at 24810 State Road 54, Lutz.  They can be reached at 813-949-3866 or xtremeadventures4fun.com
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Karaoke at Smiles Cafe

 

The crowd is always large on Thursday nights at Smiles Café in The Groves.  Karaoke draws lots of people inside and outside of the development as it’s held from 6:00pm – 10:00pm.  No cover charge and the restaurant is open as people young and old come from all over to eat, sing, dance, and have fun with friends.  For those regulars, there’s always time to join in the fun even if you don’t sing.  The crowd donned hankies, Kleenex, and even white plastic bags to wave as Senior Idol Winner Clint Giesler belted out the Tom Jones song Delilah.  One gentleman brought his darling little granddaughters onstage as he sang.  Only go if you want to have fun. Smiles Cafe & Catering can be reached at 813-996-1958. Amy Tanner, incoming senior at Land O’ Lakes High School was working hard to keep up with the crowd as they ate, sang, danced, and had fun at Karaoke Night at Smiles Café in The Groves. Great Britain Tile owner George Clamp belts out a tune.  Theresa Wright, of Land O’ Lakes, got the crowd going with her singing. 

 

 

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Little Champs Black Belt Training Program

 

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Tijuana Flats donates to Diabetic Charitable Services and Ronde Barber

 

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Grand Opening Land O'Lakes Fresh Sea Food & Meats

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The band Big Wiggler entertained guests at the Grand Opening of Land O'Lakes Fresh Sea Food & Meats

 

FRESH SEAFOOD SPECIALS

WE SPECIALIZE IN FRESH-CAUGHT WILD FLORIDA

Gulf Grouper, Salmon, Farm/Wild, Whole Snapper, Shrimp, Mahi-Mahi, Alligator Meat & Nuggets, Fresh Oysters & Clams

WHY WAIT? CALL AHEAD COOKED TO ORDER FRESH: 813-949-0300

 

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Land O'Lakes Lightning Swim Team

 

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July 9 2009-02

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Chamber of Commerce Presidents Award Benedetto's Ristorante

 

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Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce gave the Presidents Award to Ben Pumo, owner of Benedetto's Ristorante located in Land O’Lakes, at their Awards Banquet June 19. Photos of this and other events by Anthony V. Masella Jr

 

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Honorary Guv'na Party at Barnie’s in Land O’Lutz

 

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Girl Scouts of Land O'Lakes at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church

Local Girl Scouts Bridge to Next Level

 

May 13, local Girl Scout troops of Girl Scouts of West Central Florida’s Land O Lakes Service Unit participated in a bridging ceremony at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Activity Center in Lutz.

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June 13, 2009

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Lutz Cub Scouts and parents decorate a July 4th float

 

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Boys in Lutz’s Cub Scout Pack 212 gathered last weekend (Saturday) for some wet fun, and to decorate their float for next Saturday’s Independence Day parade in Lutz.  Top row (l to r): Cody Foster, Trent Innocenti, Christopher Barnes. Middle row (l to r): Kyle Bowman, Paul Coats, Zachary Huff, Cameron Rios, Jandor Myers, William LeNoir, Nicholas Rios, Shane LeNoir, Mason Sims. Bottom row (l to r): Andrew Wise, Daniel Knox. Photos of this and other events by Anthony V. Masella Jr

 

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Arrest made in teen's killing

Detectives are questioning potential witnesses after Dustin Sean White was killed in an early morning shooting.

 

 

Deputies look for evidence near the area where they say Dustin White was shot and killed.

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A 19-year-old man has been arrested in the Sunday morning shooting death of Dustin White, 17, at a clubhouse in Lake Padgett Estates East, the Pasco County Sheriff's Office said.

Douglas Gabriel Cevallos Jr. of 2900 Banyon Hill Lane, Land O' Lakes, was charged with manslaughter; he was booked into Land O' Lakes Jail on Tuesday afternoon and released Wednesday after posting $50,000 bail.

Cevallos and White were at a party at 4508 Parkway Blvd. about 2 a.m. when a fight erupted in the nearby parking lot of the community clubhouse, sheriff's spokesman Kevin Doll said. Cevallos picked up a gun that had been dropped during the fight and fired one shot that killed White.

 

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Benefit for Donna Coberly

Cystic Fibrosis Patient

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HUGH CHURCH WIDE YARD SALE FUND RAISER

to benefit Lutz resident Donna Coberly, a Cystic Fibrosis patient, in need of a lung transplant.  Monetary Donations welcome, All checks to be payable to the Willow Bend Community Church;  for THE DONNA COBERLY BENEFIT TRUST FUND.

Pancakes, coffee and other goodies also for sale.  LOCATION:    WILLOW BEND COMMUNITY CHURCH  2541 HENLEY ROAD, LUTZ, FL, 33548.    DIRECTIONS:  located 1 mile west of US 41, just 70' south of SR 54 on Henley Road.  Henley Road is 3.5 miles east of the Suncoast Parkway.uncoast Parkway.

 

June 6, 2009

 

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Xtreme Adventures

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June 3, 2009

 

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Central Pasco Chamber Power Lunch at Benedetto's Ristorante

 

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May 18, 2009

 

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Central Pasco Chamber Golf Tournament

 

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May 15, 2009

 

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Central Pasco Chamber General Membership Meeting
 

 

 

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May 13, 2009

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UCH Physicians Care, Dr. Kenneth L. Savage, Jr., D.O., has a ribbon cutting with the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce. He is located at  2416 Land O' Lakes Blvd, Land O' Lakes and can be reached at 813-909-2368.

 

 

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Wilderness Lakes Preserve Business

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Connerton has many amenities and now has a hospital! University Community Health opened Long Term Acute Care Hospital at Connerton. Photos also include their brand new

Outdoor Amphitheatre.   For more info, go to the Rose Cottage Welcome Center, 20421 Rose Cottage Way, Land O’ Lakes, Florida 34637, or call 813-995-2460 or Toll Free 1-888-281-0739, or you can visit their website: www.Connerton.com.

 

 

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Cinco de Mayo at Tijuana Flats - Land O'Lakes

 

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Cinco de Mayo at Vallarta's Mexican Restaurant

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Quest Corp Ribbon Cutting

 

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Central Pasco Chamber Mixer

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Fund raiser for Keelyn Cardona

at Tijuana Flats

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A fund-raiser was held April 13, to help Keelyn Cardona whose father was killed in action in Afghanistan Feb. 28.  Keelyn Cardona, 9, is the daughter of Heather Ashby and the late Santos Cardona.  Santos Cardona had been a defense contractor with American Canine and was working with a bomb detecting dog in Afghanistan, said Heather Ashby, who was Santos Cardona's companion for many years.Santos Cardona died when a Humvee in which he was riding struck an improvised explosive device and turned over, Ashby said.  Keelyn Cardona lives in Land O’ Lakes with her mother. Santos Cardona and Ashby met in Germany in 1997 while both were serving in the US Army. The fund-raiser was held at Tijuana Flats, 23100 State Road 54, Lutz. A face painter or balloon artist will attend the event, Ashby said. The restaurant contributed 20 percent of sales that evening to the Keelyn Cardona fund that has been set up at Bay Gulf Credit Union for her daughter's future expenses, including college, Ashby said. People wishing to make donations to that fund (Account No. 100252) may do so in person at Bay Gulf Credit Union, 2255 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes, FL 34639.  

Both the account number and Keelyn Cardona’s name should be indicated on the check or deposit slip, Ashby said. Deposits may also be made by mail or in person to other Bay Gulf Credit Union branches as long as the proper identifying information is provided, Ashby said. “The community has really been wonderful” in helping her daughter, Ashby said. Ashby is a Tampa native. She got out of the Army in 2000, shortly after Keelyn was born. She and Santos Cardona lived in Land O’ Lakes for 18 months after he left the Army in August 2007 until he began his defense contractor’s position in Afghanistan. The Army allowed Cardona to keep the Belgian Malinois dog, Duco, who he had been working with while in the service. Duco lives with Ashby and Keelyn. “He was a very private person, but he cut up a lot and loved having a good time,” Ashby said of Santos Cardona. “He loved being in the military and serving his country. He enlisted when he was 18,” Ashby said.  Also, Ashby said, Santos Cardona enjoyed spending as much time as possible with Keelyn, who is a third-grader at the Learning Gate Community School in Lutz.

 

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Central Pasco Chamber

General Meeting - New Members

 

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Land O'Lakes Rec Opens New Skate Park

 

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Family of Sand Hill Cranes in Land O'Lakes

 

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St. Patrick Party at Beef O'Brady's

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Central Pasco Chamber Business Expo

in Land O'Lakes, Florida

 

 

Chef Ben Pumo, owner of the Award Winning Benedetto’s Italiano Ristorante gave a cooking demonstration at the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce Business Expo and Taste of the Town held on March 13 and 14 at the Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex. He made Maine Lobster Risotto with fresh tomato, shallots, garlic and sherry in a cream sauce garnished with fresh broccoli that he then served to the large hungry crowd.  The smell permeated while lots of great networking was going on between the 88 businesses who participated and the public visitors. Benedetto’s Italiano Ristorante is located at 21529 Village Lakes Shopping Center, Land O' Lakes.  They can be reached at 813-909-9694 or at www.benedettoitaliano.com.  ...Bonnie Kerr, of Loyless Funeral Home, promoted the many different services they offer such as cost-effective burial and cremation packages to meet any family's financial needs, online obituaries, Funeral Broadcasting LIVE, and Flag Retirement.  Old flags may be dropped off any day of the week and they will be used for the veterans who are cremated.   For loved ones who cannot be at the funeral service, Loyless offers LIVE streaming video that runs in real time, at up to 30 frames per second, as if you were watching T.V.  This option comes through your email.  Loyless Funeral Home is located at 5310 Land O'Lakes Blvd., Land O'Lakes.  They can be reached at 813-996-6610 or www.LoylessFuneralHome.com. ...David Hevia, owner of Kiefer Village Jewels, with helpers Donna Piscitelli, and Meredith Kleker, promoted his business and the special necklace designed by Piscitelli that is being raffled off to support the Land O’ Lakes Relay For Life.  Kiefer Village Jewels is located at 24144 State Road 54, Lutz. They can be reached at 813) 909-2393 or www.kvjewels.com. .............. Dr Jo Ann Daniels, of Central Pasco Vet Care (on right), gives out one of the prizes that she raffled off at the Business Expo. Central Pasco Vet Care is located at 17945 State Road 54, Lutz.  They can be reached at 813-926-1126 or www.CentralPascoVetCare.com.  ... Kathy Leung, of Golden Inn, and her beauty queen daughter Shirley Leung, the current Miss Teen Wesley Chapel, of Academy at the Lakes, served up some great Bourbon Chicken and other selections at the Taste of the Town on March 14.  Golden Inn is located at 23042 State Road 54, Lutz.  They can be reached at 813- 909-1818 or www.GoldenInn.net. ...Michele McCarthy (on left) and Joan Stout, of Connerton, tried to sell a hundred homes at the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce Business Expo. They did well explaining what a beautiful community Connerton is with so many amenities although they did came up a bit short of their goal. But the people will come to Connerton once they find out how special it is.  The Rose Cottage Welcome Center at Connerton is located at 20421 Rose Cottage Way, Land O’ Lakes.  They can be reached at 813-995-2460 or 1-888-281-0739, or www.Connerton.com. ... Rob Kress, and Cindy Griggs, of Ierna Air Conditioning and Heating promoted their company that earned the Central Pasco Chamber’s 2007 Business of the Year Award for a company with more than 10 employees.  They can be reached at 813-948-6355, 866-323-COOL (2665), or www.IernaAir.comRobin Perez, Land O’ Lakes Honorary Mayor, of Bay Gulf Credit Union, got some shredded pork with yellow rice and black beans from Rapscallions at the Taste of the Town at the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce Business Expo.  Rapscallions is located at 4422 Land O Lakes Blvd., Land O’ Lakes.  They can be reached at 813-235-6511, or www.rapscallions.net.

..Steve Chojnacki , owner of Primrose School at Collier, a Five Star Accredited School, and  Kristine Smith, Curriculum Coordinator, promoted their upcoming Summer Camp at the Business Expo. Your child’s imagination doesn’t take the summer off.  At Camp Primrose, your child will learn valuable skills while spending the summer with friends in a safe, educational environment.  Each themed session is designed to stretch your child’s imagination, social skills, and learning skills by incorporating our Balanced Learning curriculum.  They offer a flexible camp schedule to fit your needs and a small group size of 1 teacher to every 12 campers.  Space is limited.  You must be 5 years old by September 1, 2009. Primrose School at Collier is located at 23021 Weeks Boulevard, Land O'Lakes and they can be reached at 813-242-7800 or www.primroseschools.com.

 

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BNI Networking Group meets in Land O'Lakes

 

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Window Genie Ribbon Cutting

 

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CP Chamber Meeting

 

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Suncoast Dance Theatre Dancers

 

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Battle of the Bands at the Land O'Lakes Library

 

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Tijuana Flats Opens in Land O'Lakes

 

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Central Pasco Chamber - Wachovia Economic Outlook "Coffee with Vitner" at Club Connerton

 

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Conner Preserve Grand Opening

The District celebrated the grand opening of the Conner Preserve. The event included a ceremony, guided hikes, model airplane demonstrations, children’s activities, water quality monitoring demonstrations and more. The District purchased the 2,980-acre property in 2003 to preserve and restore this important natural habitat.  The preserve’s entrance is located approximately 3.5 miles east of U.S. 41 on State Road 52 in Pasco County. 

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Treasured Pets Resort & Spa Ribbon Cutting

 

Debbi Yamokosi, of Treasured Pets Resort & Spa, LLC held her ribbon cutting with the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce on January 15.  Several family members and business associates joined her for food, treats, and fun.  Treasured Pets Resort & Spa is located at 2643 Narnia Way, Suite 101, Land O' Lakes.  They can be reached at 813-909-7387 or www.treasuredpetsresortandspa.com

 

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Central Pasco Chamber Meeting

 

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Lopez State Nursing Home Snoozelin

 

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Saranac Insurance in Land O'Lakes

Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting

 

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Log Cabin Archery offers Archery, Paint Ball, and Fun

 

Amanda Nail, of Land O' Lakes, demonstrates her expertise archery style while practicing at Log Cabin Archery located at 4629 Land O Lakes Blvd, Land O Lakes.  They can be reached at (813) 996-1345

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Benedetto's Ristorante

Benedetto's Is A Secret No More

By MARY PATRICK, Tribune correspondent

Published: January 2, 2009

LAND O' LAKES - Inside, a piano player tickles the ivories. Outside, a singer croons romantic songs to diners. On the menu are upscale Italian favorites.  And it's all in a strip mall. Actually, it's the parking lot of a strip mall. And it's in Land O'Lakes.  When Benedetto's decided to put up a sign proclaiming the place one of Tampa Bay's "best kept secrets," they weren't exaggerating. Upscale enough and with a decent enough wine list to be a good location for an "event" meal - a big date, say, or a birthday - but also family-friendly, the place quickly went from "never heard of it" to "in our Top 10" of praise-worthy restaurants in North Tampa (or, in this case, southern Pasco County).  The place is owned by chef Ben Pumo, who supervises a kitchen where they make their own fresh pasta and sauces every day, as well as cut their own meat. CLICK HERE: (for more)

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Santa and Mrs. Claus at Benedetto's Ristorante

 

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December 23, 2008-01

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Lightshow at Wilderness Lake Preserve

 

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December 22, 2008-01

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All Kids Academy Christmas - Holiday Party

 

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December 19, 2008-01

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Grand Opening Beef O'Brady's at Wilderness Lakes in Land O’Lakes

 

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December 14, 2008-03

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Heritage Park Foundation Traditions On The Green in Land O'Lakes

 

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A traditional Holiday Celebration. Meet on the Green of the Land O’ Lakes Community Center  U.S. Highway 41. Sunday, December 14, 2008   3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m  Featuring:  Local Church and School Choirs, Bell’s Angels Bell Choir, Award Winning Puppet Team P.F.C.,  Dr. Susan MacManus, Representative Will Weatherford and other long-time Lakers with hometown tales, holiday sugar cookies, hot apple cider and much more.  So bring your lawn chair and enjoy the fun!

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December 14, 2008-01

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Central Pasco Chamber Holiday Party

 

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December 11, 2008-02

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Northpointe Physicians Group Ribbon Cutting

 

Russell Remalia, D.O. (center holding scissors) prepares to cut the ribbon at the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce on December 8.  This beautiful new office is located east of the Suncoast Parkway at 16541 Pointe Village Drive, Suite 207, Lutz.  They can be reached at (813) 920-8300, or www.northpointephysiciansgroup.com.

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December 8, 2008-01

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Brent Burns and Parrot heads at Rapscallions

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December 4, 2008-07

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Knowledge Points Ribbon Cutting

Rocky Contreras and Dr. Bobby Smith (center with scissors), of  KnowledgePoints, prepare to cut the ribbon at the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce on December 3.  KnowledgePoints offers affordable tutoring with proven results.  They provide individualized instruction that focuses on helping children build skills and gain the confidence to succeed, and they tie that in with their unique motivational system that makes learning fun.  Knowledge Points works with children ranging from Pre-K beginning readers through 12th graders, and they provide instruction in Reading, Writing, Math, Study and Organizational Skills, and SAT/ACT Prep.  They also provide Gifted Learning and Homework Help.  Ask us about their guarantee! 

 KnowledgePoints is located at 2201 Collier Parkway, Land O’Lakes, in the Publix plaza at SR 54 and Collier Pkwy.  They can be reached at 813-787-1225 or www.knowledgepoints.com/landolakes.  

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December 3, 2008-01

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NFL Alumni Tampa holds Gala Fundraiser

 

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NFL Alumni Tampa President Tim Watson of Wesley Chapel, (on left), introduced several former football players at the Gala Fundraiser Event to benefit seven local charities on November 30. 

November 30, 2008

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Santa visits the UPS Store in Lutz

 

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Kaleb (on left), and his brother Trevor, of Oakstead Elementary, enjoyed climbing on top of the Fire Engine at the UPS Store in Lutz to tell Santa Claus what they wanted for Christmas on November 29.  The store is located at 23110 SR 54, Lutz, and can be reached at (813) 948-2287. 

November 29, 2008

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Auto Show at Space Box Storage

 

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  Logan Taylor 8 of Lake Myrtle Elementary with sister Kelsey Taylor 11 of Chuck Rushe Middle School admire this 1929 Flat Track Ford, owned by Bill Little of Land O’Lakes on display at the Auto show held Space Box Storage located at 2550 Land O’ Lakes Blvd November 22. Ashley Taylor 5 with brother Austin Taylor 9 both of Lake Myrtle Elementary admire the 1937 Four Door Chevy owned by Earlene Burleson Tampa at the Space Box Auto show, November 22. Bill Lehman, Property Manager of Space Box and host of the Auto show at the 130,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility in  Land O’Lakes poses with Dori Williams of LA Fitness in Carrollwood located at 17631 N.Dale Mabry and Tiffany Edgar 15 of Tampa November 22.

November 21, 2008-03

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Heritage Park Foundation discuss for

"Traditions on the Green" holiday celebration

 

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 Newly appointed Secretary Brenda Landry with Honorary Deputy Mayor Gloria Dale, Heritage Park Foundation Treasurer Alan Cotterill and  volunteer Gloria Kasouz discuss events to promote the park, future plans for it and plans for "Traditions on the Green" holiday celebration at the park set for Sunday, December 14 at the Land O' Lakes Community Center. 

November 20, 2008-02

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Creative World Grand Opening

 

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  Creative World of Land O’Lakes, an early childhood learning center, held their Grand Opening with the help of the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce, Miss Central Pasco Taylor Mock of Land O' Lakes HS and Jr. Miss Central Pasco Anastasia Stroup of Wiregrass Ranch HS (with crowns) seen her sitting with Directors Management team Holly Brady and Kellie Howard, Teachers Summer Easton, Nilda Ramos and Justine Cuviello with many students from the new center located at 9511 Land O’Lakes Blvd.

November 20, 2008-01

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SAY IT AIN'T SO!!

Hungry Harry's Barbeque PROPERTY now has a For Sale Sign

 

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November 15, 2008

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 Lighting and Bulbs, Inc. Ribbon Cutting

 

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Mr. and Mrs. Bradley Chalmers, of Lighting & Bulbs, Inc. (center with scissors), prepare to cut the ribbon at the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce on November 19.  Several chamber members and business associates joined them.  Lighting & Bulbs Supply, Inc. is located at  5110 Land O' Lakes Boulevard, Land O’ Lakes.  They can be reached at www.lightingandbulbssupply.com Phone: 813-996-7006.

November 19, 2008

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Club Connerton Opens

 

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TAMPA, Fla. (Nov. 18, 2008) – On Nov. 7, Connerton opened the 11,000-square-foot, $8 million dollar first phase of Club Connerton. The resort-style activities center features a super pool aquatic playground with water features; fitness center with Cybex equipment and locker rooms; kid’s club with structured activities; ConnerTown Café; meeting rooms; tennis, basketball, and volleyball courts; and an outdoor amphitheater.  Club Connerton is the centerpiece of the larger Gardens Village Center, which will also include retail shops and professional office space. Once future phases are complete, Club Connerton is planned to total more than 25,000 square feet...to read more, CLICK HERE:

November 18, 2008

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Space Box Storage Ribbon Cutting

 

 

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Bill Lehman, Property Manager of Space Box Storage (center with scissors) prepares to cut the ribbon with the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce. The

130,000 sq. ft. facility is located at  2550 Land O’ Lakes Blvd.. They can be reached at 813-949-9232.

November 13, 2008

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Tender Moves, Inc. Ribbon Cutting

 

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Loretta Becker (center with scissors) of Tender Moves, Inc. prepares to cut the ribbon at the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on November 12. They can help "Move Seniors Tenderly". They can be reached at 813-482-2620, or P.O. Box 292, Land O' Lakes, or at www.movingseniorstenderly.com

November 12, 2008

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Central Pasco Chamber General Membership Meeting

 

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New members were introduced at the Central Pasco Chamber General Membership Meeting (including John Rovi, of Just Right Massage, center).

November 12, 2008

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York Bridge Concepts, Inc. Ribbon Cutting

 

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York Bridge Concepts, Inc. held their ribbon cutting on November 10. Their new location is at 2420 Brunello Place,Lutz, (Near Devonwood on SR 54 West of Hwy 41).  They can be reached at Toll Free: 800-226-4178, or 813-933-1304, or www.ybc.com 

November 10, 2008

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Go 2 Outfitters Ribbon Cutting

 

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  Sally and Gary Secunda (center, with scissors), prepare to cut the ribbon during the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce on November 7.  Several chamber members and business associates joined them and previewed the thousands of outdoor gear items they have in their store.  They are located in Eagle Plaza at the intersection of SR 54 and Oak Grove Blvd..  They can be reached at 813-949-9600 or at www.Go2Outfitters.com.

Go 2 Outfitters owner Gary Secunda (on right), shows a Pasco County Sheriff some of the outdoor gear products at the Flapjack Festival that was held on November 2 at the Pasco County Fairgrounds.  Go 2 Outfitters is located in Eagle Plaza at the intersection of SR 54 and Oak Grove Blvd..  They can be reached at 813-949-9600 or at www.Go2Outfitters.com.

November 7, 2008 - 02

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Miss Central Pasco

 

Anastasia Stroup, of Wiregrass Ranch HS, is Jr. Miss Central Pasco and Taylor Mock, of Land O' Lakes HS, is Miss Central Pasco.

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Lil Miss and Mr. Flapjack

 

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November 1, 2008 - 03

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Land O'Lakes Flapjack Festival in Dade City

 

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 Robin Perez, of Bay Gulf Credit Union, won the title of Honorary Mayor of Land O’ Lakes on October 31 at the Flapjack Festival put on by the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce at the Pasco County Fairgrounds. Brinkley Simpson, of Denham Oaks Elementary, was the winner of the Best Costume Girl at the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce Flapjack Festival held at the Pasco County Fairgrounds. 

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