seven oaks news may 2013

SEVEN OAKS NEWS May 2013

The community newsletter that brings us together! • Volume 3, Issue 11 - May, 2013

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Seven Oaks residents, May is generally a busy time for most families: school projects need to be finished, summer camp and swim class dates need to be confirmed, and summer vacation dates need to be booked!

Since May happens to be “National Barbecue Month” it’s a good time to get your gas grills cleaned and refueled for backyard parties! One such occasion is Cinco de Mayo (the 5th of May), a day we celebrate Mexican heritage and delicious Mexican food and drinks! (There are recipes inside for you to try.)

Of course, don’t forget to give your Mom EXTRA attention on Sunday, May 12th. She will appreciate a much-needed break from her busy to-do list, and some extra hugs and kisses! (Why not make a list of all the reasons you APPRECIATE her?)

May brings us Memorial Day which occurs on Monday, May 27th. Memorial Day is a day of

remembering the men and women who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Formerly known as Decoration Day, it originated after the American Civil War to commemorate the Union and Confederate soldiers who died in that war. By the 20th century Memorial Day had been extended to honor all Americans who have died in all wars. (Please see the article about our local Amputee Veterans of America Support Team and how you can donate or volunteer to assist their worthy cause.)

And finally, May is “National Photograph Month”. What better time to gather together your kids, friends, and family pets for photos? Or perhaps capture lovely nature photos? Please send them in to your community magazine cover contest! (A high resolution of 300 is required for the cover).

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CDD InFormAtIonSeven OakSby Bill Parsons Vice Chairman, Seven Oaks CDD

The Club at Seven Oaks is a $4.500,000 complex that has a club-house with a gathering room, kitchen,

state-of-the-art fitness room, aerobics room, and a cafe. Outside the clubhouse is a junior-olympic lap pool, leisure pool, wading pool, children’s splash water park, five competition quality tennis courts, lighted basketball court, sand volleyball court, and a playground for children. Getting all of this ready for the influx of people that will occur during the summer when the 2,000 plus families at Seven Oaks come to enjoy the facility is no easy task.

Fortunately, we have Theresa Flores, as the clubhouse manager, to oversee this effort. She started preparing for the 2013 summer in the fall of last year during the “off season”. With the help of Bryan Cooper, staff supervisor, and their staff, The Club at Seven Oaks will be ready for everyone to enjoy. Here’s some of the things that they have done.

Since many residents use the pools, Theresa and Bryan took actions to insure the pools were ready. Bryan said, “Our pool deck has seen a face-lift in the form of re-strapped lounge chairs. New straps were added to 24 of our existing chairs at a cost of $2,130. We have also had the slide joints repaired and recoated to eliminate leakage that was occur-ring. These leaks were repaired by applying fiber sheets between the joints. The fiber sheets are then sanded flat and recoated to a smooth finish at a cost of $2,400. Our main-tenance staff, directed by Bob Semple, has also been hard at work pressure washing the cabana canopies and pool deck. Jeremy Hunt from the maintenance department has been instrumental in the implementation of these projects. The clubhouse interior and exterior has also been revitalized with a fresh coat of paint. This year the motor for the splash park finally had to be rebuilt at a cost of $2,000, and the clay tennis courts were resurfaced for $3,500.”

Children’s splash water park received a fresh coat of paint to make it more enjoyable for the Seven Oaks children this summer

Dinning chairs that were replaced

The Club aT Seven OakSReady foR the SummeR


CDD InFormAtIonSeven OakSThe inside of the clubhouse also received the attention of Theresa and Bryan during the off season. Bryan added, “The café was refurnished to increase our seating capacity. A new complimentary paint scheme was chosen for this renovation to match the new furnishings. This renovation was approved by the CDD at a cost of $5,425.86. In other areas, we have also improved our gym equipment. The old equipment was showing signs of wear and the cost of replacement parts began to exceed the worth. We opted to purchase a new multi-gym ($5,953) to add some different stations and provide the residents with top-notch fitness equip-ment. We also chose to purchase a new Matrix treadmill ($2,891) and a new Precor recumbent bike ($3,295) rather than repair the existing ones due to age and cost related concerns. Our gathering room has seen a small improvement in the form of an in-stalled pantry style cabinet to house cleaning materials and supplies for rentals that take place in the room. This was to help main-tain a clean and professional appearance by not using the rotunda area as storage, which is open and visible to patrons.”

Last but not least is the staff. Due to having part time employees during the summer, only 50 percent of them returned. To insure both the returning employees as well as the new employees were ready, all employees were provided training along with a cus-tomer service presentation. The employees were also provided CPR training to help ensure the safety of everyone that enjoys the pools.

Resident uses new Matrix treadmill

New multi-gymClubhouse playground received repairs and upgrades after Hurricane Sandy last August

Jeremy Hunt working on cafe furniture

Daniela Oreliana provides a resident with a new ice cream product added to cafe menu


Home owners AssoCIAtIonSeven OakS

s pring has arrived, meaning it’s time for home repairs. The Home Depot and

Lowe’s Hardware Stores as well as many local home improvement services have released a list of the top seven actions homeowners should take to get their houses in shape for springtime. SOPOA has compiled a list of important things you can do to improve your home’s appearance within SEVEN OAKS this spring:

1. Gutter Installation/CleaningGutters, one of the most underrated aspects of any home, will extend the life of the roof, soffits and fascia of a house. For the integrity of the roof, having the gutters cleaned is highly recommended.

2. window & Door Frame repair It’s time to let in the fresh air and cool breezes. This is especially tricky with a busted window or door, which happens frequently when the weather is cold.

3. Power washing servicesGetting the house, driveway & sidewalks, deck, and patio furniture professionally power washed can really increase curb appeal. Not only does power washing reduce wear and tear, it makes everything look good as new.

4. Deck repairPerform a careful inspection of the deck to determine areas that will need attention. Are railings solidly fastened? Is the surface splintered or have nails exposed? Does any fram-ing need to be replaced? Make a list of all the work to be done to stay safe this summer.

5. wood rot repairWood rot usually means there is underlying damage caused by water leaking behind the siding or between seams. Oftentimes, the leaking and rotting began years before, hidden from sight. Underneath, however, soaked wood has begun to rot and may be infested with insects.

6. PaintMaking sure the paint on the exterior of your home is in good shape is very importance for the appearance of your home. Please refer to the Seven Oaks website for the latest paint color patterns available and submit your request to the DRC for approval. When you paint the exterior of your home with exterior latex paint, the most durable, tough-est, most protective finish is achieved when the weather isn’t too hot or too cold, which is why springtime is typi-cally the best time of year for exterior house painting. There are other great reasons to paint your home this spring. In some ways your home’s exterior paint job gets stressed out. Instead, exterior paint gets hassled by various weather conditions. Moisture can wreak havoc on exte-rior paint. Cold weather, frost, rain, and high humidity can all negatively affect the paint. Moisture in all forms can cause paint to swell and soften, which eventually leads to crack-ing, blistering, flaking, and peeling. Moisture conditions also support the growth of mildew.

Time To Give Your Residence Some TlC!

The sun can cause paint to fade, and it can diminish the protection which the paint provides for the exterior, due to paint erosion. What happens is that the ultraviolet rays of the sun can break down the exterior paint’s binder. As the binder deteriorates, pigment is released in the form of chalk or a powder which can wash away when it rains. Dramatic fluctuations in temperature can cause wood surface and many other surfaces to contract and expand. The movement can cause paint to crack and flake off, if the paint on the surface isn’t flexible enough.

7. LandscapingMost of the homes within Seven Oaks have landscaping and it certainly takes a beating during the winter months. Consider the shape of your flowerbeds. Straight lines are boring! Add curves to the edges of flowerbeds to make them more ap-pealing – check with the DRC before making any significant changes and submit your request immediately. Boulders are another great way to break up flat lines with a natural element. Plant evergreens. They stay looking great all year round so they are a wise investment.

For shrubs, holly and boxwood are always safe choices. To get the most out of your springtime plants, trim! Plants that go dormant during winter months should be trimmed so they can look their best when the weather warms up. Start preparing for spring gardening in the winter. Plan where you want to place new flowers and start prepping the flowerbeds. Mulch, especially all bark cedar, is a great way to add color and get the most out of plants.

Reinvent every space in your home this spring, with decorating tricks from design experts, quick and easy home improvement, organizing and cleaning tips, and gardening and landscaping ideas that will improve your home’s curb appeal in order to continue to make Seven Oaks the select living development within Pasco County!

Until next time!

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“There have been some ups and downs with this project,” said Patricia Murphy project chairman “we placed 400 pinwheels on Easter Sunday and on Wednesday half of them were gone. We had our permit number on our sign as required so I assume they were stolen.” However, Murphy won’t let a little thing like stolen pinwheels slow her down. “Fortunately the pinwheels in front

of Mini Wesley Chapel are intact and spinning. The team at Mini has been great and they have an excellent security system so we are hoping they caught the culprit on tape.”

Meanwhile, Murphy has contacted JD Porter, JR Sierra and Jim Quinlan to request permission to plant the pinwheels on their property inside the fence. “The Porter family is amazing and has a long history of philan-thropy,” said Murphy, “so I hope this project appeals to them and they grant permission to plant on Wiregrass Ranch.”

According to a 2011 report from the Florida Department of Children and Families, Pasco County had 7,434

reports of child abuse. A result of those 7,434 reports 844 children were removed from their homes and placed in the Florida foster care system.

“The mission of Pasco Juniors is to empower women and enrich the lives of Pasco’s children. We believe this initiative is paramount to reaching our goal to decrease the number of children abused in Pasco County,” said Murphy, “and it is our hope

that we can work together with the community to bring this goal to fruition.”

If you would like to participate please visit the website at GFWCPascoJu-niors.wix.com/Welcome for more information on the project or to vol-unteer. You can also attend a meeting on the first Tuesday of every month at 6:30pm at Seven Oaks Country Club in Wesley Chapel. v

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On April 20th Pasco County participated in the Great American Cleanup. This year 423 people in 17 groups volunteered to help clean up their community. Keep Pasco Beauti-ful and Pasco County Recycling would like to extend their apprecia-tion for everyone’s hard work. The results of their efforts are listed in the box to the left. Despite the fact that the weather threatened – and that was all it did because the weather was excellent (overcast and cool) – and that made some teams and volunteers stay away, we still had excellent results. Saturday was a good day and Pasco County is a much better place be-cause of their efforts!

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City of Dade City 6,200 3.10

Crystal Springs Preserve 7,960 3.98

Elsie Logan Memorial Park 80 0.04

Truck & Trailer group* 9,440 4.72

Lacoochee 400 0.20

Moon Lake Rd. 2,800 1.40

San Antonio 330 0.17

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Clubhouse hours & ContaCt Info:

Theresa Flores, ManagerBryan Cooper, Staff Supervisor

2910 Sports Core Circle Wesley Chapel, Fl 33544

Phone: (813)907-7987. Fax: (813)907-0660E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.MySevenOaks.com

Hours of operationClubhouse

Monday-Saturday: Dawn to DuskSunday: 7am-9pm

Café: Hours have been extended.Monday-Saturday 7am-9pm

Sunday 7am-8pm

TennisMonday-Saturday: 7am-9:30pm

Sunday: 7am-8:30pm

Fitness CenterMonday-Saturday: 5am-10pm

Sunday: 5am-9pm

Basketball CourtsMonday-Saturday: 5am-9pm

Sunday: 5am-9pm

Pools & Pool DeckOpens 1/2 hour after sunrise and closes 1/2

before sunset. (weather permitting)

Slide: Seasonal (weather permitting)Please inquire with management

OfficeSunday-Monday 9am-6pm (may vary)

CLuBHouse InFo Seven OakSBook CLuBThe Seven Oaks Book Club meets the last Wednesday of the month at 6:30 pm in the Clubhouse. If interested please contact Barbara.Root @va.gov or [email protected]. Barbara can also be reached by phone at 813-765-3853.

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GAtHerInG room rentALsThinking of hosting a party? Consider reserving the Clubhouse for your private function. We offer morning, afternoon and evening rentals.

Rates are as follows for residents:

3 Hours $100. (tax inclusive)4 Hours $130. (tax inclusive)5 Hours $160. (tax inclusive)6 Hours $185. (tax inclusive)(Includes the Theater)

Further inquiries, please contact Clubhouse Manager at 813-907-7987 or [email protected], or view online at www.MySevenOaks.com.

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GAte remotesThe Clubhouse is not responsible for issuing gate remotes. Please contact Brittany Crutchfield at 813-963-6400 ext 204 or email: [email protected].

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Le LeCHeMeeting the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7pm at the Clubhouse. Contact Information: [email protected]. Allison 813-778-3030 or Michelle 321-230-1300. This is not a CDD Sponsored function.

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mAH JonGGWe are looking for experienced players to join our Mah Jongg group. We meet in the Clubhouse on Wednesdays and/or Fridays from the hours of 1-5pm. Please call Fran at 813-412-3612 for more information.

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street LIGHt outAGesPlease report any street light outages by visiting www.wrec.net. Click on top left icon that says

“street light repair request” and fill in the requested information. This will speed up the process for repairs.

If you decide to email the clubhouse [email protected] or contact the clubhouse staff at 813-907-7987, you will be asked to provide your name, phone number, pole number(if it has one) and the closest home address.

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BunkoIf you are interested in playing Bunko, contact Judy at 813-991-5577. All players need to be placed on a play list. As players are needed, you will be called. This is not a CDD sponsored function.

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Guest PAssOut of town guests residing in your home, may be placed on a guest pass. Please contact the clubhouse manager at 813-907-7987 in order to make arrangements for this pass. To receive a guest pass, you must provide your resident access card, along with your guest’s photo ID (drivers license preferred). Please understand that guest(s) are not permitted to bring additional guests(s).

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FIeLD rentALsJust a friendly reminder that a portion of the soccer field is available for rentals. The rental rate for a portion of the field is $25 an hour. If you are interested in renting and would like to host a party or event, please keep in mind that any vendors that perform, must carry valid liability insurance, and provide management with a copy of their insurance.

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For sALeWe are asking $10 for each chair. As you can see, there is a small tear where once welded, however this in under the chair and not noticed. Chairs are sold as is. Please contact Theresa or Bryan at 813-907-7987 or email us at [email protected]. Chairs will be sold on a first come, first serve basis.


CLuBHouse InFoSeven OakS

tennIs rACketsFor rentWant to play tennis and need a racket?

For your convenience, tennis rackets are available to rent at the clubhouse. The fee is $2 + tax each, per 1 ½ hour use.

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tennIs BALLsFor sALeWe have tennis balls available for purchase at the cafe. Cost per three pack is $3.50.

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tennIs BALL VoLLey For rentThe Tennis volley is available to rent for 90 minute sessions for a fee of $5. Advance reservation of the volley are available only after giving administration a credit card number to keep on file.

Meeting Dates wAter sLIDe HoursThe slide will be

operational on weekends only until the Pasco County school season is over, at which point we will be operational 7 days a week. The slide will open at 11am and close 1 hour prior to closing. The pools are opened 1/2 hour after sunrise, and will close 1/2 hour before sunset (weather permitting).

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CoPy & FAx serVICeCopies: Black and white only .15 per sheet (max. 10 sheets). Color copies .40 per sheet (max. 10 sheets).

Fax: Long distance $2.25 1st sheet and $1 each additional sheet (max. 10 sheets) + tax. Local $1.75 1st sheet and $1 each aditional sheet (max. 10 sheets) + tax.

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tennIs sIGn uP LIstThe clubhouse management staff is now accepting contact list submissions for any tennis players that would like to be grouped with other residents according to their level of play. If you are interested in pairing up with other residents please contact Bryan or Theresa at 813-907-7987 to add your contact information to the contact list.

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ACCess CArDsAccess cards must be present when entering the clubhouse or using any area of the Clubhouse facility. The picture on the card must match the person presenting the card. If you lost or misplaced your access card, you must replace it if you would like to utilize the facilities.

The fee for a replacement card is $15. (tax inclusive) Individuals who do not have a valid access card will be asked to leave the premises or pay the daily non-resident usage fee. Please treat your access card as a key to entering your home.

Anyone needing to update a lease or that may be in need of new card due to damage or loss is advized to obtian a card prior to Spring Break. We are always more that happy to be of service to you at any time, but your wait time may be drastically reduced by taking advantage of the seasonal lull that is experienced this time of year. Many resident aren’t aware that they may have misplaced their cards between pool outings so we encourage you to check your purses, wallets and pool bags before making the first trip to the pool of the season with all your belongings in tow.

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tow AwAy sIGnsThe Clubhouse will have Tow-Away signs installed by Stepps Towing. This is to ensure that the Clubhouse parking lot remains free of unauthorized vehicles. If you need to park at the Clubhouse overnight for any reason, please stop by the office so that we may issue a parking permit. In the event a vehicle is left overnight without a parking permit, District Staff will leave a notice on your windshield, providing you 48 hours notice to have your vehicle removed. If the vehicle is not removed from the clubhouse parking lot within this period of time, it will be towed at the owner’s expense.

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new $200 DePosIt requIreD For CLuBHouse GAtHerInG room rentALsIn order to secure the date for a gathering room rental, Clubhouse Management must receive a $200 deposit in the form of a check as well as the full rental amount due for the reserved date in question. The check must be addressed to the Seven Oaks Community Development District. Deposits will be refunded at the end of the event by District staff assuming that there are no extenuating circumstances. This will be the new requirement instead of taking credit card information. Rentals will not be processed without all money due in full.

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AnnuAL memBersHIPs For non-resIDents For CLuBHouse AmenItIesThe Seven Oaks Clubhouse is now offering a limited number of memberships to non-residents. Yearly membership will cost $900, which will include 2 access cards. Any additional access cards will be an additional cost of $15 per person. Access cards are limited to six (6) members per household. Included in this membership, you would be able to enjoy all of the amenities that the Seven Oaks Clubhouse offers including, but not limited to Tennis Courts, Swimming Pools, Fitness Center, Cafe, Movie Theater, and the ability to participate in any events that the Seven Oaks Clubhouse hosts.

Anyone interested may contact Theresa or Bryan at (813) 907-7987 or email at [email protected] for more information. At this time, the Clubhouse is limited to 5 total non-resident memberships.

CoMMunity DevelopMent DistriCt Meeting

The Board of Supervisors of the Seven Oaks Community Development District will hold their monthly meetings in the Seven Oaks Clubhouse at 6:30 pm on the following dates. For any questions or for more information, please email Scott Brizendine at [email protected] or visit www.MySevenOaks.com and click on CDD.

CDD meetInG DAte CHAnGesmay 15th, June 12th.

Design review CoMMittee DRC holds their regular monthly meeting at the Seven Oaks Clubhouse at 7 pm on the following dates. Visit www.MySevenOaks.com for any questions or for more information on the DRC. To download your Architectural Modification Request, go to www.MySevenOaks.com, click on SOPOA, click Documents and Forms and click on Architectural Modification Request.

may 20th, June 25th.

seven oaks property owners’ assoCiation

SOPOA will hold their regular monthly meeting at the Seven Oaks Clubhouse at 6:30 pm on the following dates. Visit www.MySevenOaks.com for any questions or information you may need on the Seven Oaks Property Owners Association.

may 8th, June 17th.


CLuBHouse eVents Seven OakS

CPR & BaBysitting ClassSaturday, June 22ndBaBysitting class:11am -1pm. Instructed by Registered Nurse $40.

cPR through american Heart association:1pm - 3:30 pm Open to all ages $55.

if attending both classes: $75 Reservations required.Contact Michele Horn RN at 813-994-6380 for more information or to make reservations.

End of School Year Party

June 4, 2013, 4 to 7pM

Report Card Days

June 13th, 14th &15thWe would like to congratulate

those students who have worked hard during this semester.

Bring us your Honor Roll report cards June 13th, 14th and 15th and receive a special treat for a job

well done.

You muSt ShoW uS rePort cardS With the folloWiNg gradeS oNlY:

Elementary School: E’s & S’sMiddle and High School: A’s & B’s

This is a CDD sponsored event.

this year we enjoyed another fun filled afternoon of kids scouring the Soccer Field for Easter Eggs, and

fun for all ages out by the pool with entertainment provided by DJ Joey Jamz. This year we hosted just fewer than 300 children for the egg hunt. Seven Oaks supplied 5000 eggs for all the families that signed up

by the cutoff date. This amount should have given every child at least 15 eggs to collect. Seven Oaks also provided 2 face painters and a balloon twister for the kids to enjoy while waiting their turn to take pictures with our Easter Bunny. We enjoyed the experience and all the smiling faces and hope that everyone had

a good time at the Clubhouse. We look forward to seeing everyone again next year. If anyone has any suggestions as to how we can make next year even better, please feel free to stop by the office and share your suggestions or send us an email to [email protected].

a SuCCeSSful eaSTeR evenT aT The ClubhOuSe

Come out and join us in celebration for the end of another school year.

we will be hosting DJ Joey Jamz for a poolside bash.

Free snow Cones

CariCature artist (Free portraits to the first 45 residents from 4 to 7pm) caricature artist may

be available for an additional fee to the residents thereafter.

FielD Day on the soCCer FielD hosted by PROtential Sports

Free hotDogs to the first 300 residents (Must show access card)

Kids lining up.

Contest Winner.Face Painting.

Balloon Twisting.


CLuBHouse eVentsSeven OakS

Friday, May 17th, • 7 pMCome out and join us at the Clubhouse to socialize and

meet both new and old friends alike. Bring an appetizer to share and your favorite beverage to drink.

$10 donation per person.

Prizes awarded to the winners. All money collected will go towards non-monetary prizes, paper products, cleaning and

bingo supplies. Must be 21 years of age or over. Reservations are required by May 15th, 2013. Space is limited.

Please contact theresa or Bryan @ (813) 907-7987 to make your reservation.

We hope to see you there!

SeVen oakS clubhouSe

Upcoming Pool Events

Look for these upcoming live entertainment events coming to you poolside.

• May 5th Live Latin Music DJ Joel Samuel 1 to 4pm

• May 11th Mellow Vibes (steel drums) 1 to 4pm

• May 25th Primal Joy (live band) 1 to 4pm

• June 4th DJ Joey Jamz end of School Bash 4 to 7pm

• June 15th Primal Joy (live band) 1 to 4pm

• July 4th DJ Joey Jamz 1 to 4pm

• July 14th Knights of Faris (Live Band) 1 to 4pm

• July 27th DJ Joey Jamz (60’s and 70’music)1 to 4pm

• August 10th Mellow Vibes (steel drums)1 to 4pm

september 2nd DJ Joey Jamz (80’s and 90’s) 1 to 4pm

Phone: (813) 907-7987• Fax: (813) 907-0660Email: [email protected] These are CDD sponsored events.

Sunday May 5thLive Latin entertainment

Poolside 1-4pmtaco Bar $6 per person. Limited to the first 75 people. Snow Cones for

Sale $1. And lots of fun!!

Please remember that you are limited to in-vite 5 guests per household or a Cabana may be available for you to rent and allow you to

invite up to 18 guests. Please contact theresa or Bryan at:

813-907-7987 for further details.

Due to inclement weather, venue may be canceled.

This is a CDD sponsored event.

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Boot Camp - adultsGet in gear with an outdoor boot camp. Enjoy nature and have fun at the same time while you get fit. All

fitness levels welcome. Call for pricing and times. 1st class is complimentary. Classes starting as low as $8.

Boot Camp for KidsCardio, strength, flexibility core and endurance using bodies own weight, bands and running

Jack Somoano (813) 498-9296 or email [email protected]

To The PoinTeDance Centre

(813) 679-0395or email [email protected]

Ballet - Jazz - hip-hop - Cheerleading

cheerleading tumble (ages 3-4): 4:30 pm to 5 pm Ballet/Jazz combo (ages 5-6): 5 pm to 5:30 pm

Ballet/Jazz/hip hop combo (ages 7-9)5:30 pm to 6:15 pm

Ballet/Jazz/hip hop combo (ages 10 and up)6:15 pm to 7 pm

Pre-register to reserve your spot, space is limited.To the Pointe is offering a complimentary session.

Piano Lessonsexplore the World of Music

& its Universal Language! Teacher with over 25 years of experience teaching piano

and music theory to students of all ages.

Call anya kovalenko For sCheDule anD Details

813-417-3976

Spanish LessonsClasses for adults

$15 per class, paid by the month (a three month course), includes notebook.

call for scheduling and availability

Call Patricia Rios (813) 388-9416

$4

Mon & Wed 7PM 813-760-9351 Facebook "Zumba with CELINA" 10 classes for $40 -or- $5 per class

Celina

CLuBHouse CLAssesSeven OakS

Lego® Summer CampS

in wesley Chapelusing lego® bricks, Motors, remote controls & robotics.

This is a hands-on class where students will design and build educational models

including motorized machines.

all camps held at seven oaks Club House Tuesday through Friday from 9 am

to 12 pm $135 for the week.June 18-21: Mining and Crafting-

Minecraft ™

July 9-12: Remote Control Mania

July 23-26: Marvel® Super Heroes NEW!

You may now register, renew, and pay online with a credit/debit card:

www.bricks4kidz.com/tampa.

PROtential Sports(813) 843-9460

soccer league: May 11- June 15$75 includes jersey and end of the season awards. Games and practices are held on Saturdays, times will depend on age of player. Ages 3-15. location: Seven Oaks and Grand Hampton.

$100/week Early Bird special until March 29th. $125/week for remainder of the summer.

summer Camp begins June 10th and runs until August 16th. Three sports rotations each day, swimming daily, movie time and daily field trips. Hours are 7am-6:30pm.


SEVEN OAKSSWIM SESSIONS

Swim Sessions meet twice a weektuesday and thursday

session i • Starts April 30 (Grand Hampton Only)Session Fee: $100 • Registration Fee: $25 (includes T-Shirt & Swim Bag)

5 - 5:30pm: Non-swimmers/swimmers 6 years and younger.5:30 - 6pm: Swimmers 6 years and under.6 - 7pm: Swimmers/non-swimmers 7 years to 10 years.7 - 8pm: Swimmers/non-swimmers 11 and up. session ii • Starts June 3rd (Seven Oaks & Grand Hampton)Session Fee: $100 • Registration Fee: $25 (includes T-Shirt and Swim Bag)

5 - 5:30pm: Non-swimmers/swimmers 6 years and younger.5:30 - 6pm: Swimmers 6 years and under.6 - 7pm: Swimmers/non-swimmers, ages 7 to 10.7 - 8pm: Swimmers/non-swimmers ages 11 and up. Session II includes swim meets (Dates to be announced). Requirements for Session II: All swimmers must wear a PROtential Sports swim suit. If you do not own a PROtential Sports swim suit, you must purchase one to participate in the meet. PROtential Sports swim caps are also available for $5 each.

session iii • Starts July 8th (Seven Oaks & Grand Hampton)Session Fee: $100 • Registration Fee: $25 (includes T-Shirt and Swim Bag)

5 - 5:30pm: Non-swimmers/swimmers 6 years and younger.5:30 until 6pm: Swimmers 6 years and under.6 until 7pm: Swimmers/non-swimmers 7 years to 10.7 - 8pm Swimmers/non-swimmers ages 11 and up. Session III includes swim meets (Dates to be announced) Requirements for Session III: All swimmers must wear a PROtential Sports swim suit. If you do not own a PROtential Sports swim suit, you must purchase one to participate in the meet. PROtential Sports

swim caps are also available for $5 each.

Registration and Payment are processed on our website at www.protentialsports.com

Private Lessons by Appointment: Mon - Fri, Noon to 4 PM$100: Four 20-minute sessions$180: Eight 20-minute sessions

KarateTuesday and Thursday 5:00pm-8:00pm

Meets in the Aerobic Room, Call for pricing.

[email protected]

JohnAugello

813451-7413

TENNIS INSTRUCTOR

ROHAN SINGH (USPTR)760-777-2073

Quickstart Programs, Private Lessons, Adult and Children’s Clinics, Cardio Tennis. Beginners, intermediate and advanced.

Zumba Fitness ClassMonday and Wednesday

6 pm - 7 pmSaturday 9 am until 10 am. Only $5 per class.

SpeCial diSCountS available! 1st class free and one free class per month.Please contact Carmen for more information.

813 907-6305www.zumbapartywithcarmen.com

withCarmen

Guitar Lessons Call for pricing and to schedule private lessons.

Group lessons available upon request.

cameron Schmitz(813) 994-4353 A Berklee College of Music graduate

offering all styles and levels of guitar and bass.

Summer swim lessons are back at Seven Oaks with SwimKids USA! Priority enrollment for Seven Oaks residents begin March 1st – March 30th. Register by March 30th & save $40 oFF your enrollMent. Weekdays & weekends available for Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers and Adults. Call Now!

(813) 991-6258

Swim LeSSonSRegistering NOW!

VOLLEYBALL LESSONSPASS – SET – HIT!

Have fun, learn and improve your skills!Ages 7-14. Call for times and price.

Coach: Cynthia [email protected]

And visit www.wesleychapelguitar.com

Infant SwImmIng ReSOuRce Self-ReScue™ SuRvIval

SWIM LESSONS.ISR is the safest provider of self-rescue™ swimming lessons that has proven to save

lives. All lessons are one-on-one. Infants from 6-12 months learn to turn onto their backs and

float unassisted.

Children over a year are taught a swim-float-swim sequence. All children learn these life

saving lessons and are able to complete these skills in full clothing, just in case.

*Stroke work offered to the more advanced students.

Please call Emma Grynbal for more information at (813) 748-6142 or visit

www.tampaswimbabies.com

ISR

math tutoriNG

Kindergarten-9th gradeFlorida State Certified.

Sabah 813-838-1726Summer group sessions available.

Playgroups, Explore the City, Park Days, Moms Night Out, Story time & Crafts, Mommy Meals, Kids in the Kitchen,

Fun Friday

Support for at-home and working mothers in Wesley Chapel zip codes 33544/33545

Children welcome at all eventsNon-profit group with international affiliations

for more information: [email protected]

Moms Club of Wesley Chapel

Moms Offering Moms Support


CommunIty SpOTliGhT CluBhouse easTer egg hunT


Improve your physical and mental growth bypracticing the beautiful martial art of Tae Kwon Do.

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(813)-991-6565www.newtampataekwondo.com

It is time to invest in you and your children’s future!

• Humility• Self-confidence• Leadership Skills• Self-Esteem•Physical fitness

• Respect•Commitment• Responsibility• Persistence• Discipline

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Grand Master Jae Hak Lee2010 Appointed U.S. National Demonstration Team Director•Saudi Arabian National Team Head Coach (1978 to 1990)•USA National Head of Team 1st Mexico Open•USA National Head of Team 3rd World University Games Referee •Chairman of 3rd world University Games in MexicoReferee of 5th world Tae Kwon do Championship in Denmark•Best Coach Award in 7th world Tae Kwon Do Championship•Lecturer in 15th International Referee Seminar in Spain•Referee chairman of 1st Mexico Open in Acapulco•Jury in 2000 Sydney Olympic Games; Qualifying Tournament•Director of Tae Kwon Do Sunshine State Games for ten years•

2000 Jr. Olympic in Tae Kwon Do; Tournament Director•

Master Vahid Smith2004 National Demonstration Team•2005 Captain of the U.S. National Demonstration Eagle Team•2010 Appointed U.S. National Demonstration Team Trainer•2006 Graduated from the University of South Florida •2006 BA in Exercise Science•2006 University of South Florida Bulls •Strength and Conditioning Intern

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Come Experience The Difference Our Program Can Make In Your Life!

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established in January 2007, Amputee Veterans of America Support Team

(AVAST) has grown to be one of the most recognized amputee sup-port teams in the Tampa Bay Area. The Team consists of veterans and non-veterans who have experienced an amputation that is life chang-ing. The organization also includes family members, friends and V.A. liaison involved in the rehabilita-tion of amputees.

AVAST members work diligently at keeping the organization ,

activities and its membership grow-ing. Members train for and have achieved the following Certifica-tions:

•AmputeeCoalitionofAmericaMember and Peer Certification.

•AdaptiveGolfAcademyPeerCertification.

•VeteransAdministrationPeerCertification.

This allows members to understand and assist other amputees in be-coming independent and empow-ered individuals. The success of the

avaSTAmputee Veterans of America Support Team & Color Guard

by ann MacKinnon

organization is a statement of the dedication of the officers, advisory council and members. The AVAST amputee color guard was started in 2012. “Our purpose was to raise awareness, hope and inspiration for wounded veterans and amputees. We wanted to show the people of the community and the nation that even though you’re an amputee, you can still come back and be a productive part of society,” says Rudy Salas, president of AVAST. “A lot of wounded vet-erans returning home don’t know that. The color guard is only part of what our organization does.” The first Wednesday of every month, AVAST members gather at Terrace Hill Golf Club along with patients from the James Haley Veterans Memorial Hospital. They work to develop adaptive golfing skills and help coach the veterans in the game’s rules and etiquette. Each day out on the golf course is a gift to all who participate.

“There are so many people responsible for our growth throughout the year; I cannot thank all of them,” adds Rudy. “To all the organizations who invited us to golf tournaments, I say thank you and keep those invitations coming!”

There are a variety of ways that you can participate, help or donate. Cash or donations by check or money orders are always beneficial to assist with transportation, fees and expenses related to the out-reach of our members. Send your check or money order to: AVAST, 1631 Firewheel Drive, Wesley Chapel, FL, 33543.

AVAST is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Your donation is tax deductible as a charitable contribution. Tax ID: 27-2829706.


buSineSS sPotLIGHt

when you walk the hallway at New Tampa Christian Academy,

you may hear the days of the week sung to a snappy beat, number chants in English and in Spanish, or a chorus of little voices singing Thank You God for Making Me. A peek inside the busy classrooms will reveal two-year- olds creating play dough shapes, three-year-olds

identifying and using the alphabet, and four-year-olds applying their number skills to counting, grouping, and totaling.

New Tampa Christian Acad-emy, located across the street from Walmart in the Tampa Bay Presbyterian Church, has been giving children, ages 2, 3, and 4, an outstanding academic and spiritual

foundation for life and learning for the past 17 years. Director Cheryl Barber identifies several distin-guishing characteristics of NTCA. Together, our staff has over 75 years of teaching experience and several individuals with masters’ degrees. Most teachers have been at the school for at least 5 years, and all demonstrate their love for children and ability to provide an engaging and challenging learning environ-ment. The program includes a music component known to parents by the productions presented twice annually in the church sanctuary, and by the active songs that become part of every child’s experience and preschool memories. NTCA’s commitment to the individual child is seen in the school’s regular maintenance of a much lower than required student-teacher ratio. The two teachers in each classroom work as a team, encouraging children to progress individually, give expression to their ideas, and develop social skills. NTCA, a decidedly Chris-tian school, serves a culturally- and religiously-diverse population with

warmth and grace. Ms. Barber says, “We teach children about the God of the Bible, His wonderful creative acts, and His redeeming love. This teaching is foundational to every subject taught and provides the context in which the truth about all things is explored”.

NTCA is currently enrolling stu-dents for the school year beginning in August of 2013. The morning preschool offers two or three day per week programs. The reasonable tuition prices range from $175.00 per month to $285.00 per month. The private pre-K-4 program at NTCA maintains a low student-teacher ratio, gives emphasis to the Christian teaching described above, and exceeds the academic standards for kindergarten preparation. For more information, or to schedule a tour, call us at 813-973-2443, or visit our web site at www.newtam-pachristianacademy.org. You can reserve a place for your two, three, or four-year-old by contacting us today! v

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Get a jump on Summer make your appoinment today! 813-973-8884.

Robert B Rosequist, M.D. & Stanley E. Watkins, M.D.

26827 Foggy Creek Rd., Wesley Chapel, FL 33544

813-973-8884 Off S.R. 56, behind Synovus Bank

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813.907.4419 F www.saddlebrookresort.com1 mile east of I-75 at exit 279 (SR 54)

Saddlebrook resort joins the elite niche in the world of cosmetic skin care.

Our new facials offer an Oxygen Infused delivery system of hyaluronic acid,

providing instant results. Hailed by celebrity estheticians,

endorsed by celebrities Madonna, Justin Timberlake and

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813-907-4419

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The Florida Wind Band will present a concert on May 6, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. in the new

USF School of Music Concert Hall. “Seis de Mayo: Fiesta del Vientos” will feature an evening of Spanish

and Latino music ranging from classical to contemporary. FWB Conductor and Artistic Director Dr. John Carmichael says: “Your Cinco de Mayo celebration will be extended and concluded with a climactic musical experience when you hear a tango or a paso doble played by the Florida Wind Band on Seis de Mayo!”

Founded in 2007, the Florida Wind Band is America’s newest profes-sional wind band and the only pro-fessional wind band in Florida. The Florida Wind Band is committed to providing high quality public per-formances of the very best in wind band literature, seeking to preserve the wind band musical heritage and to expand the repertoire with the premiere of new compositions.

The goal of the FWB is to provide entertainment and artistic stimula-tion for Tampa Bay’s residents and visitors, many of whom have had experience in school bands and have known this experience to be life changing. v

FLorIDA wInD BAnD

may Concert Celebrates Tampa’s hispanic heritage


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obstetrics

813.929.7377 | www.WomensCareFL.com26823 Tanic Drive | Wesley Chapel, Florida | Cypress Glen Plaza just off Hwy 56, behind Synovus Bank

gynecology

Introducing the newest member of our team,Tiffancy Patrick, MD

Vicar Qureshi MD

Brian McNulty MDGem Ashby MDRichard Dillon MD

A Division of Women’s Care Florida

Board Certified Accepting New Patients

• routine ob/gyn

• robotic surgeries

• 3D/4D ultrasounds

• in office ablation

• in office essure

• adolescent gynecology gynecology

&Need to sell or looking to buy or rent? Can’t sell? Rental demand is Huge!

Call the Realtor that specializes in Your community and the Wesley Chapel area, Seven Oaks Realty Group 813-469-3450.

Ask for Brenna your Seven Oaks neighbor. I’m always in the neighborhood.Brenna EddinsRealtor

3406 Chapel Creek Cir3452 Chapel Creek Cir3333 Chapel Creek Cir

4339 Rustic Pine Pl4303 Rustic Pine Pl

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3115 Sunwatch Dr3220 Sunwatch Dr27239 Edenfield Dr27424 Mistflower Dr

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5k run/walk, 5 mile and kid’s Adventure runJune 8, Sims Park, New Port Richey

Benefitting The Runaway Alternatives Project (RAP) House is located in New Port Richey. The RAP House is open to youths ages 10-17 who are runaway, homeless or in need of a short- term out of home respite placement for any reason. The RAP House also accepts youth who are in need of an emergency shelter placement due to abuse and/or neglect and for

youth in foster care who have expe-rienced a disruption in their foster placement.

RAP House provides 24 hour, 7 day a week admission services, youth supervision, food, clothing if needed, crisis counseling, life skills education, individual and family counseling, recreation and leisure time activities and case management services. Edu-cational services are provided by the local school district in Pasco county.

For more information, visit www.yfainc.org

RAP House is located at: 7522 Plathe Road. New Port Richey, Florida 34653. Telephone 727- 835-1777.

women’s FooDIe GrouP 2.0

Come join our new Foodie Group 2.0 if you are interested in trying out new restaurants, read and discuss food related books, cooking classes, foodie movies, wineries and lots more.

We have just initiated this new group and would love for more women to participate and be part of our group and have fun while enjoying good food and/ wine.

If you are interested in participating please contact Kathryn Butterly at (813) 383-8889.

ProtentIAL sPorts sCHeDuLeSoccer:•SpringSoccerLeague:StartsMay18th this league is held at Seven Oaks and Grand Hampton league ends June 22nd.

•Evaluationday:May4thatSevenOaks 9 am-1 0am: Ages 3-5; 10 am-11 am: Ages 6-9; 11 am-12 pm: Ages 10 and up.

Swimming:•SessionII:June3rdatGrandHampton and Seven Oaks

•SessionIII:July8thatGrandHampton and Seven Oaks

Times and Days will vary per location.

Sports Summer Camp:June 10th-Aug 16th •Mon-Fri.

•3Sportsdaily,swimmingdaily,optional field trips to: bowling, mov-ies, skating,Busch Gardens, laser tag and more!

•Hours:9am-5pmearlydropoff:7am-9 am and late pick up 5 pm-6:30 pm.


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mAy 9th. 1-5 pm.Better Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding is an important element in the development of new-borns by providing proper vitamins and nutrients babies need to grow. Come to our Better Breastfeeding class to learn more about breastfeed-ing, such as when to feed your baby, how much is enough, and much more!

mAy 14th. 7-8 pm.Wellness seminar 5

“Keep Moving if you want to stay ALIVE! - The Power of Fitness”

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This May 17th, come to Freedom High School for Relay for Life New Tampa, and look for 15 women wearing pink cowboy hats. They are the Mary Kay Sisterhood. Over the past three years, this rip-roaring team has raised thousands of dollars to cure cancer.

Their wine tasting in March raised $880 of the $3,147 already banked

with the American Cancer Society. Quail Hollow Golf Club, Time for Wine, Jersey Mike’s and Hampton Inn stepped up to help. Bay City Bank in Lutz collected $137 in change at teller windows.

If you missed that event, come to the Mary Kay Sisterhood tent during the Relay. Buy chances for a Miche bag, Mary Kay skin care basket or an MK Men’s basket. After putting in your miles, get a foot and leg rub with Mary Kay energy cream.

The Sisterhood is especially passion-ate because two members are cancer survivors.

“It’s important for us to be there as sisters supporting each other and our faith. We have really bonded. The Luminaria Event is really special,” said Donna Moyer, Mary Kay Sisterhood team captain. To order a luminaria in honor or in memoriam of a loved one, call Moyer during business hours at 813-333-6668. v


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Nothing is more frustrating than finding the perfect cu-cumber or head of lettuce at

the farmers market, paying top-dollar for it, and then... tossing it out a week later when it has gone moldy or slimy in the refrigerator.

No doubt one reason so many of us eat too many convenience foods and too few fruits and vegetables is that it can be hard to get our busy schedules in sync with the produce we bring home with the best of intentions.

Food scientists, however, have dis-covered a remarkably effective way to extend the life of fresh-cut fruits and vegetables by days or even a week. It doesn’t involve the chlorine solutions, irradiation or peroxide baths some-times used by produce packagers.

And it’s easily done in any home by anyone. This method, called heat-shocking, is 100 per cent organic and uses just one ingredient that every cook has handy — hot water.

You may already be familiar with a related technique called blanching, a cooking method in which food is briefly dunked in boiling or very hot water. Blanching can extend the shelf life of broccoli and other plant foods, and it effectively reduces contamina-tion by germs on the surface of the food. But blanching usually ruptures the cell walls of plants, causing color and nutrients to leach out. It also robs delicate produce of its raw taste.

Heat-shocking works differently. When the water is warm but not scalding — temperatures ranging

from 105 F to 140 F work well for most fruits and vegetables — a brief plunge won’t rupture the cells. Rather, the right amount of heat alters the biochemistry of the tissue in ways that, for many kinds of produce, firm the flesh, delay browning and fading, slow wilting, and increase mold resistance.

A long list of scientific studies published during the past 15 years report success using heat-shocking to firm potatoes, tomatoes, carrots, and strawberries; to preserve the color of asparagus, broccoli, green beans, kiwi fruits, celery, and lettuce; to fend off overripe flavors in cantaloupe and other melons; and to generally add to the longevity of grapes, plums, bean sprouts and peaches, among others.

The optimum time and tempera-ture combination for the quick dip seems to depend on many factors, but the procedure is quite simple. Just let the water run from your tap until it gets hot, then fill a large pot of water about two-thirds full, and use a thermometer to measure the temperature. It will probably be between 105 F and 140 F; if not, a few minutes on the stove should do the trick. Submerge the pro-duce and hold it there for several minutes (the hotter the water, the less time is needed), then drain, dry and refrigerate as you normally would.

The bottom line is that soaking your produce in hot water for a few minutes makes it cheaper and more nutritious because more fruits and veggies will end up in your family rather than in the trash.

Heat-shocking Guidelines

The optimal time and temperature for heat-shocking fruits and veg-etables varies. Use these as general guidelines.

Asparagus: 2 to 3 minutes at 131 F

Broccoli: 7 to 8 minutes at 117 F

Celery: 90 seconds at 122 F

Grapes: 8 minutes at 113 F

Kiwi fruit: 15 to 20 minutes at 104 F

Lettuce: 1 to 2 minutes at 122 F

Oranges (whole): 40 to 45 min-utes at 113 F

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PtsA news & updates We are currently seeking board members for JLMS PTSA for the next school year. It’s a great way to get involved with your child’s school. If you are interested, please contact Kristy Kotlyn at [email protected].

Our 7th annual Talent Show will be May 31st, from 8:30 am to 10:30 am at JLMS. You can pick up an application at the back office at JLMS. Applications need to be turned in by May 3rd. Auditions will be held May 6th-10th, from 3 pm to 5 pm at JLMS. Visit our website for the application and more information at www.jlmsptsa.org.

Please join us May 7th at 6 pm at JLMS for our final general assembly meeting for the school year.

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& Food DriveSeven Oaks Elementary held their first Movie Night on Friday, April 5th. The PTA sponsored the movie night, where the movie “ Wreck It Ralph” was played for over 300 people on our basketball courts. We had popcorn donated by Muvico Theatres in New Tampa and supplied bottled water to families.

The event was free for families and we asked families to bring food items with them to be donated to Atonement Food Bank in Wesley Chapel. The event was a great success and we collected over 400 food items for the food bank. Attached is a picture of PTA Corresponding Secretary Lauren Moore, PTA President Ana DaSilva-Bernie, PTA Treasurer and SOES teacher Danielle Biggs, Principal BJ Smith and Assistant Principal Tiffany Gocsik.

PtA Donates $2418.00 to Buy Books for students and CharitiesStudents at Seven Oaks Elementary in Wesley Chapel, FL, participated in the Scholastic Book Fairs All For Books program, which resulted in a donation of over 2400 books to children’s charities.

The donation, made by the PTA to the school through the Book Fair’s All for Books™ program, has been used to purchase books for each child at Seven Oaks Elementary, and to put books into the hands of children who can’t afford them.

Scholastic will match the purchase with a donation of one book per every dollar spent to two national non-profit organizations that help families in need: Kids In Need Foundation and Kids in Distressed Situations, Inc. Each year, Scholastic donates up to one million books through the program.

For more information, contact Charla Palmer, Media Specialist at 813-794-0721, or Ana DaSilva- Bernie, SOES PTA President.

PtA seeking Board membersSOES PTA is seeking board members for the 2013-2014 school year. Our Nominations and Elections Meeting will be held on May 21st, 6:30pm at SOES. All positions are available and are a one year term. If you are interested in joining and becoming more involved with your child’s school please contact Nelle Minich at [email protected].

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safety Patrol’s Cat Food DriveCoach Gorman would like to thank everyone that participated in the Safety Patrol’s Cat Food Drive for The Labor of Love Animal Rescue. We were able to collect 6,278 cans for the rescue. The following students donated over 300 cans and will attend the Safety Patrol Water Day on May 15th:Madison Lopardo, Jasmine Lopardo, Kayli Calahan, Jakari Patterson, Bridget Berry, Sofia Guida, Anaya James, Jimmy McAuley, Justin Deboskey, Jack Carr.

Pictured: Safety patrols LaRynn Legler and Willie Bota proudly display the collection of cat food for the animal rescue.

wIreGrAss rAnCH Hs Valedictorian/salutatorianWiregrass Ranch High School announces the co-valedictorians andsalutatorian for the Class of 2013. Congratulations to the class of 2013’s co-valedictorians, Hannah Eder and Nikita Shah, and salutatorian, Emily Payne.

Cap & Gown DistributionOn Wednesday, May 22nd, caps and gowns will be distributed during thesenior breakfast. Students should try on their cap and gown immediately tobe sure that it is the correct size. The gown should be carefully pressed forgraduation. The student owns the gown and does not need to return it.

GraduationThe 2013 Graduation is scheduled for June 1st at 9:00 am. Graduationwill be held at the USF Sun Dome Arena on the USF campus in Tampa.

may Dates6th-17th: Advanced Placement Exams10th: Online courses must be complete11th: Prom 8 pm -12 am – A La Carte Event Pavilion20th-21st: Senior Check-Out/Senior Final Exams22nd: Senior Breakfast/Seniors Last day/Senior Final Exam make-upCap & Gown Distribution during Senior Breakfast23rd: Senior Grades Due & Senior Award Night- 6 pm - Gym26th: Baccalaureate (tentative date) – Gym 6pm – 7pm28th: Senior notification29th-30th: Mandatory Graduation Practice

PtsA Board Positions Available It’s that time of year when we begin to seek volunteers interested in serving on the WRHS PTSA board for next year. Please take some time to think if you would like to be a part of the governing body of the WRHS PTSA. It’s an easy and very important way to be involved in your child’s school, to help direct the activities of the PTSA, and to support the school overall.

Each job is very manageable and much information is passed down each year to give you what you need to do your job. The PTSA Board meets monthly for about 1 hour in addition to our General meetings that occur about 3 times during the school year. Please contact Jessica McNatt at [email protected] if you are interested or have any questions.

Cheerleading newsWiregrass Ranch Cheerleading had a very successful season this year.Junior Varsity placed Second at Best of Pasco Cheerleading Competitionand traveled to Daytona for a competition in January. The Varsity Squad won at The Best of Pasco Competition and are the Sunshine Athletic Conference Champions. Three of our Varsity cheerleaders were chosen on the SAC First Team: Shannon Fisk, Isabella Laferriere and Ellen Lovelace.In addition, Madison Traina was selected as Honorable Mention. And finally, Ellen Lovelace was selected as Cheerleader of the Year!


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Young minds aren’t the only things being nurtured at Wesley Chapel Elemen-

tary School. The Wildcat Garden is blooming with fruit trees, strawberries, tomato plants, broccoli, lettuce, egg-plant, squash, and a variety of other fruits and vegetables thanks to the overwhelming participation during the 1st Annual Wildcat Garden Day.

Students were invited to bring in a flowering plant, fruit or vegetable plant, or fruit tree to plant themselves in the new Wildcat Garden. “The response was overwhelming,” said Physical Education Specialist and Garden Day coordinator, Chris Gorman. “We had over 450 plants brought in by our wonderful students and the best part was that they got to plant them.” The students brought their plants to the front of the school upon arrival where they were marked with their names.

Volunteers helped place the plants in their appropriate spots in the garden according to their type. Then the students came out at their designated times and were each given a pair of gloves and a shovel. Once they located their plant or tree, the dirt began to fly. Volunteers helped the students dig the appropriate sized hole and carefully removed the plants from their containers. The students then filled up two large cups with water and gave their plants a nice drink. Then it was off to the mulch pile where they filled up a small crate with mulch and returned to place it around the freshly planted specimen.

The garden now contains a variety of fruit trees including avocado, lemon, orange, tangerine, peach, apple, plum, pear, pomegranate, and grapefruit just to name a few. The vegetable and fruit section boasts a bounty of herbs, asparagus, peppers, green beans, watermelon, black berries, blue berries, raspberries, kiwi, grapes, okra, tomatoes, broccoli, lettuce, squash, eggplant, strawberries.

The garden day was the inspiration of John Abernathy, Principal of Wesley Chapel Elementary School. “The students were very excited to be apart of the garden day. Once the fruits and vegetables are ready for harvest, the students can have samples of them during their lunch times.”

Funding was provided in part by a grant from The NFL Fuel Up To Play 60 and the Dairy Council of Florida. Wesley Chapel Elementary is also the only school in Pasco County to win the National Bronze Award from The Alliance for a Healthier Generation for two years. Wesley Chapel Elementary School earned the National Recognition Award by improving its nutrition services and physical activity programs to meet or exceed stringent standards set by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation’s Healthy Schools Program. The Healthy Schools Program provides expert advice and resources at no cost to more than 15,000 schools nationwide to help them reverse the childhood obesity epidemic.

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Pasco County and District School Board members received first place in the

Public Education Category for their “Public Outreach in the 2015 Penny for Pasco Renewal” at the 21st Annual Future of the Region Awards luncheon sponsored by the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council, March 25th.

The award application highlighted the County, School District and Penny for Pasco Political Action Committee (PAC) work efforts and strategies for public education and outreach. Both the County and School District conducted public presentations, video informational segments, and held interviews with the media; while the County pro-duced utility bill Inserts, Penny for Pasco Quick Facts, and sited Future

Penny signs at strategic transporta-tion corridor locations. The Penny for Pasco Political Ac-tion Committee (PAC) was staffed with community representatives and leaders that reached out to the public with “Penny for Pasco” signs, a direct mail strategy, dedicated Penny website, Facebook page, and E-newsletters. The success of this Public Outreach Campaign initiative is now being shared with other local

governments (Charlotte County) try-ing to renew their local government infrastructure surtax. “The Penny Renewal Campaign was an outstanding team effort that included two public agencies and a dedicated group of private business interests working together. That team deserves this recognition for their outstanding efforts educating our citizens,” said Michele Baker, Chief Assistant County Administra-tor. “Additionally, we would like to say thank you to the Pasco County citizens who welcomed us into their clubhouses and classrooms to speak and who ultimately voted yes to sup-port this critical investment in our community.” You can learn more about the Penny for Pasco page ( http://www.pasco-countyfl.net/index.aspx?NID=453) and how your penny works for you. Please follow us on facebook to stay current on local programs and initiatives. v

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Members of the Pasco County Board of County Commissioners, School Board members, County Staff, and Penny for Pasco Political Action Committee members accept first place in the “Public Education Category” at the Annual Future of the Region Awards. Photo Credit Jennifer Carpenter.


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3749 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD.WESLEY CHAPEL, FL 33544

(813) 929-7362

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Seven Oaks Summergate Professional Center27406 Cashford Circle, Wesley Chapel, FL 33544

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