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Spring has sprung! Now is the time to get outside in the sunshine and enjoy all that our area has to offer!Whether it’s going to a local Saturday fresh market to shop for veggies and crafts, or a family picnic in the park, or even that first trip to the beach for a long walk along the shore, take advantage of the first warm days of spring!

There are many interesting events for families this time of year. One event is the Summer Splash on April 6th at the Glazer Children’s Museum, a fun-filled day for families to learn about summer camps around the Tampa Bay area. There will be games, activities, prizes and live entertainment.

There’s also the 5th Annual Ride for Hospice, sponsored by the Pasco County Sheriff ’s Mounted Posse, it’s a family friendly event that brings together horse lovers for two days to raise funds for Gulfside Regional Hospice. There will be camping, live music, trail rides, wagon

rides, a petting zoo, a nature walk and more. Saturday and Sunday, April 13th and 14th. Go to http://rideforhospice.net for more information. USF celebrates going green and sustainability this month with their Earth Day festivities on April 20th, 10 am - 4 pm. The theme this year is Fresh Food Revolution. It’s a wonderful opportunity to teach our young people about the importance of supporting local farmers and vendors. There will be a farmer’s market, drum circle, educational demonstrations and children’s activities.

Whatever you find to do this month, be thankful that we live in a beautiful area of the country and that we can get outside and enjoy it! We welcome photos you take of your family events this month. Please send them in and you might be featured on an upcoming cover!

Happy springtime!

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The Women’s Club of Hunter’s Green

The Women’s Club has planned an outing to Sarasota on April 18th . We plan to explore the interior of the Mertz

Theater and learn the fascinating history of how an authentic 1903 Opera House build in Dunfermline, Scotland was given a new life in Sarasota to become the home Osolo Repertory Theater. We will go backstage and see the stage manager’s

command center, stored sets and props, the wig shop, rehearsal and actor’s dressing rooms and, of course, the

Green Room. The tour includes the 161- seat contemporary Cook Theater where the FSU/Osolo Conservatory students

perfect their craft. We will visit the West Wing where the Sarasota Ballet houses it’s rehearsal studios, education

department and costume shop.If you are interested in joining us for this cultural outing,

please call Connie Clark 813-929-4147 or Eileen Ouellette 813-907-9819.

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The Hunter’s Green Community

Spring Treasure Sale AprIl 6Th

The WCHG plan to sell bake goods and various interesting

items. We will be located under the Green Pavilion.

All of our proceeds benefit Every Day Blessing.

Hunter’s Green Summer Tennis Camp

Tennis InstructionMorning warm ups and stretching begin the day,and then it’s on to the courts with the Hunter’s Greencertified USPTA Tennis Professionals. Instruction and drills on tennis fundamentals are stressed each morning for all levels. Players move from court to court learning the planned “Stroke of the Day”. Complimentary Gatorade breaks are provided to help ease the Florida sun.

On-Court Games, Contests and TournamentsPlayers exercise their skills with on-court activities. We combine all levels of players for fun and spirited matches. Weekly, Teams will vie for the coveted team Davis Cup Awards: “Most Improved”, “Sportsmanship” and “Dr. Dirt”.

What to BringCampers need to bring their own swimsuit and towel. Lightweight summer attire with sneakers is recommended. Junior tennis racquets are required. Racquets are for sale at the Hunter’s Green Tennis Pro Shop. Campers may purchase lunch from our café kids menu or bring a lunch.

prOGrAM SESSIONSMonday – Friday

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July 1st - July 3rd & July 5thJuly 8th – July 12thJuly 15th – July 19thJuly 22nd – July 26th

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Full Day PrOGramAges 7 & Up9am – 2pm

Cost per Session$190 Member

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Cost Per Session$100 Member

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Allegra CamposCamp Director & Director of Tennis and Athletics, USPTA

For over 20 years, she has been the director of Tampa’s most successful C.C. Tennis Camps. Allegra brings her strong background in tennis

teaching excellence. She has been organizing Tampa’s best tennis camps since 1987. With a degree in Education from the University of Miami, she was a Collegiate All American and a professional tennis player. “Our camp is designed to keep tennis fun for the kids, so they

will want to go a lot further with it. It’s a sport for a lifetime, one that everyone can enjoy,” says Allegra.

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Come join Hunter’s Green Country Club for a summer filled with excitement.

We offer a variety of amazing activities for campers ages 5 to 12 years old.

CAMP ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:

-KID’S CHOICE THEMED TRACKS:

-ADDITIONAL DAILY ACTIVITIES:

Daily swimming, music, video games, group games, movies, arts n’ crafts, AWARDS & much more.

Afternoon Snack included!

-WEEKLY FIELD TRIPS!

(Additional fees will be applied and will be based on group rates. Exact locations, dates, guests &

costs will be announced in May. Children must attend field trips.)

Camp Hours, Discounts & Rates:

-Discount when registered for two (2) consecutive weeks $20 savings (one per child, per summer).

-Attend 9 weeks of camp and enjoy a complimentary 10th week.

-Enjoy a 10% discount for each additional child in the family during the same week. Weekly rates only!

Counselor-in-Training Program

Camper’s 12-15 years old who are ready to take on more responsibility, new challenges and develop leadership skills,

can attend camp as a Counselor-in-Training at a discounted rate. Background requirements must be met and interviews

will be held. *Does count towards volunteer hours needed. The first 20 Junior Counselors who register and have been

accepted will receive a CIT T-shirt. Please ask for a position description for more information.

Must register for a minimum of 2 weeks. Discounts do not apply.

Cost: Registration Fee $35.00

Member $115/Weekly, Guest $135/Weekly

Meet & Greet

Meet the counselors, tour the facility, see how camp will run, pay your registration & receive your backpack & T-shirt!

Saturday, May 18th, 10:00AM-12:00PM

Please stop by at any time!

For more information please call Sarah Hays, Director of Youth Programs 813-973-4220 or

[email protected] *18050 Hunter’s Oak Court Tampa, FL 33647

One Time Registration Fee:

A one time only $45 registration fee

is required for each child.

*The first 60 Children who register receive a

Hunter’s Green backpack and T-shirt.

*Advance registration is required for all sessions.

*Camp Registration Folder must be completed &

submitted before your child’s spot is guaranteed.

*Lunch is not included in the price, however, campers

may purchase lunch provided by the club for $5 or

bring a bagged lunch.

Regular Care Hours:

8:30am-4:30pm

Cost: Members $45/Daily or $175/Weekly

Guest $55/Daily or $205/Weekly

Extended Care Hours (Weekly Rates Only):

7:00am-6:00pm

Cost: Members $210/Weekly, Guest $260/Weekly

*You can print the registration packet at

www.huntersgreencc.com under Amenities.

*Summer Camp Begins Monday, June 10, 2013.

*7-day written cancellation policy is in effect.

*Payment is due on the Monday of each session.

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Wharton AVID News AVID’s mission is to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society. This year marks the 5th year of the AVID program at Wharton. The 2013 AVID graduating class contains 11 students with a 4.0 or higher GPA! Our juniors are continuing their successes. Several of them were inducted into National Honor Society. The sophomore class is very strong this year. Ten have a GPA of 3.0 or higher !

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Wharton High School

Wharton High School in partnership with Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) will be holding a Power of Parents Workshop: Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm

Location: Auditorium

The parent workshop includes two components: 1. An Interactive Section of MADD’S Website (www.madd.org/powerofparents)

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Dr. Stanley Castor, a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon, has been chosen as one of the first physicians in the United States to offer New GPS Laser Lipocontrol™ Treatment - an innovative body shaping technology from Europe.Dr. Castor's practice, Artisan Aesthetics, is one of the pioneers in the field of aesthetic medicine. "Even with dieting and exercise, many people are seeking ways to quickly and effectively remove stubborn areas of unwanted fat," explains Dr. Castor. "Lipocontrol, the latest innovative technology to hit our shores, quickly and safely removes problem areas of fat deposits, with total control and safety." FDA-approved Lipocontrol uses thermal energy in the form of a heat generating laser to liquefy unwanted fat and then remove the liquid fat in one easy procedure. A built-in GPS tracking system allows Dr. Castor to determine in real time exactly how much energy is being delivered to a given area of the body and to deliver a uniform amount of energy. "This additional control guarantees a high level of safety as well as more even and smoother results," says Dr. Castor. The entire procedure can be done in-office in one session on a number of different areas of the body including the abdomen, waist (love handles), hips and thighs, buttocks, back of arms, knees, ankles and even under the chin to remove unsightly "turkey necks." "I am truly amazed at the performance and results we are seeing from Lipocontrol," says Dr. Castor. "Hands down, this

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Springtime is fast approaching, which means very different things, to many it is a time for new life, freshness, renewal, for those in cat rescue, it means kitten season is

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a second chance and it happened because of the Cat Crusaders volunteers. Cat Crusaders is always looking for volunteers, whether it's adults to help do adoptions, or families to foster cats or kittens, or teens looking for community service hours, there is always plenty of work to be done. Cat Crusaders goal for the future is to have a mobile adoption unit. This would allow the group to reach out to more places in the community and conduct adoptions from outside of Petsmart. Those who do not have the means to get out and see cats and kittens in stores and shelters would now have the opportunity to meet and adopt from the mobile adoption unit. With a mobile unit, more cats and kittens would find their forever homes. Cat Crusaders conducts adoptions every Saturday and Sunday at New Tampa Petsmart. Cats are $50 and kittens are $75 or two for $100 to adopt. All cats and kittens are tested for feline leukemia and feline immunodeficiency virus, are up-to-date on their shots, spayed or neutered, and have a microchip. You can visit the website at www.tampacatcrusaders.org. HG

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