Florida Cancer Affiliates, 3611 Little Road in Trinity, will host a breast cancer support group on Sept. 1 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., for anyone who has been touched by breast cancer, not just patients. All breast cancer survivors are invited to attend, too. Light refreshments will be served. For information, call (727) 372-9159.
Weekly grief support
Keystone Community Church, 21010 State Road 54 in Lutz, will host a weekly grief seminar and support group on Thursdays from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., from Sept. 1 through Nov. 23. The group is designed to help anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one rebuild their life. For information, contact Cathy Wirt at (813) 948-4522 or .
09/09/2016 – Anthony Mullen to speak
Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, 2348 Collier Parkway in Land O’ Lakes, will host Anthony Mullen on Sept. 9 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., in the church. Mullen is the chairman of the Children of the Father Foundation, a nonprofit organization that is the world’s largest provider of reduced cost materials on the Total Consecration to Jesus through Mary. Mullen will speak on the book “The Flame of Love,” the movement, pray the Rosary, and answer questions. For information, call Nancy Griffis at (813) 391-3120.
09/08/2016 – Business workshop
The Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave., in Tampa, will offer a workshop on “Doing Business with Hillsborough County” on Sept. 8 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Topics will include how to register with local, state and federal government agencies, how to find bidding opportunities, and where to find assistance. There also will be an overview of the certification process for the Disadvantaged Minority/Disadvantaged Woman Business Enterprise program. The workshop can benefit businesses in construction, professional consultant selection, and service contracts. For information, call (813) 273-3652.
09/06/2016 – Garden club meeting
The Land O’ Lakes Garden Club will meet on Sept. 6 at 10:30 a.m., at the Land O’ Lakes Community Center, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. Club business will be discussed. For information, call Marie Woody at (813) 961-2697.
09/03/2016 – GeckoFest in Gulfport
The 16th annual GeckoFest Gulfport will take place on Sept. 3 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., at Gulfport Historic Waterfront, on Beach Boulevard S. There will be street performers, live music, artisans and craftsmen, food and beverage vendors, a costume contest, and an audience participation walking parade. A portion of the proceeds will benefit local charities. For information, visit GeckoFest.com, Facebook.com/GeckoFest, VisitGulfportFlorida.com, or call (727) 322-5217.
09/03/2016 – Beginners’ archery
The Chinesegut Conservation Center, 23212 Lake Lindsey Road in Brooksville, will host a beginners’ archery class on Sept. 3 at 10 a.m. This is a two-hour instructional course and target shoot. All equipment is free for the program and provided by the center. The class is for adults only. For information and advance registration, call (352) 754-6722.
09/03/2016 – Shabby Hen fall event
The Shabby Hen’s Nest, 14114 Seventh St., in Dade City, will host its inaugural fall event on Sept. 3 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., to show its customer appreciation. There will be handmade primitive and country fall décor and gifts, refreshments, and a raffle for a gift basket. For information, call (352) 518-0458.
Oklahoma! performances
Dreamhouse Theatre, 1840 Oak Grove Blvd., in Lutz, will present the musical “Oklahoma!” on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., and Sundays at 3 p.m., Sept. 2 through Sept. 18. Tickets are $20.86. For information and tickets, visit DreamHouseTheatre.com, or call Bryan D’Onofrio at (813) 997-7146.
09/01/23016 – Fern Garden Club
The Fern Garden Club of Odessa will meet on Sept. 1 at 10 a.m., at Keystone Community Center, 17928 Gunn Highway in Odessa. Eileen Hart, master gardener, will present a talk about ferns. For information, call (813) 854-1308, or visit FernGardenClub.org.