The Laker/Lutz News

Serving Pasco since 1981/Serving Lutz since 1964

Mary Rathman

ACTORS STUDIO OPEN HOUSE

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Venue Actors Studio, 4989 72nd Ave., N in Pinellas Park, will host an open house at its new studio Jan. 31 from noon to 2 p.m., for interested youth participants ages 4 to 18. Guests can learn about various age group workshops. Cookies and refreshments will be available. For information, call Corinne Broskette at (727) 656-8525.

MESS FEST AT MOSI

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The Museum of Science and Industry, 4801 E. Fowler Ave., in Tampa, is hosting “Mess Fest: A is for Art” on Jan. 31 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Guests can launch paint-filled water balloons at a canvas with a giant slingshot, create spin art by peddling on a bicycle, and learn how to paint and mix colors to make splatter art with rubber bands. For information and tickets, visit MOSI.org.

ODESSA POW WOW

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Spirit People Intertribal Family will host a Back to Odessa Pow Wow Jan. 30, Jan. 31 and Feb. 1, to honor veterans, at 2317 Gunn Highway in Odessa. Gates open each day at 10 a.m. There will be storytelling, drumming, dancing, educational events, raffles and a 50/50 drawing. Guests can bring lawn chairs or blankets. Admission is $3 per person. For hours and information, call (727) 856-0405.

WEEKLY BINGO AT FOP LODGE

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The Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 29, 21735 YMCA Camp Road in Land O’ Lakes, will host bingo every Tuesday at 6 p.m., for ages 18 and older. Doors open at 4 p.m. The lodge is located at the corner of U.S. 41 and Bell Lake Road. For information, call (813) 928-2294.

‘ORDINARY DAYS’ MUSICAL

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Saint Leo University’s drama and music ministry will present the musical “Ordinary Days”  Jan. 30 at 7 p.m.; Jan. 31 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.; and Feb. 1 at 2 p.m. The musical, sponsored by A Cup of Organic, is about growing up and enjoying the view. Tickets are $10 for adults, $7 for senior citizens ages 60 and older, $5 for children 12 and younger, and free for students with a Saint Leo University ID. Saint Leo is located at 33701 State Road 52 in St. Leo. For reservations, call (954) 609-3054, or email .

‘THE BLIND SIDE’ ACTOR TO SPEAK AT SAINT LEO

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Saint Leo University, 33701 State Road 52 in St. Leo, will host “The Blind Side” actor Quinton Aaron, who portrayed Michael Oher, Jan. 27 at 5 p.m., for an anti-bullying program. Aaron started an anti-bullying foundation that focuses on bullying and childhood obesity. Saint Leo students attending will be eligible for prize drawings. Admission is free. For information, email Sean VanGuilder at .

FREE DOCUMENT SHREDDING

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Shred360 will offer free document shredding Jan. 28 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Cooper Financial Services, 5420 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes. Guests can bring up to five boxes or bags. There is no need to remove or separate binders, clips, rubber bands, wire folders, CDs or DVDs. For information, call (813) 944-2223, or visit Shred360.com/Tampa.

Health 01-21-15

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(Courtesy of Florida Hospital Zephyrhills)
(Courtesy of Florida Hospital Zephyrhills)

FHZH welcomes first baby of 2015Florida Hospital Zephyrhills welcomed its first baby of the New Year on New Year’s Day at 9:47 a.m. Dade City parents Allison Martin’s and Daniel Jennings’ son weighed in at 5 lbs. 13 oz. The New Year’s baby received a tote bag filled with baby necessities, a picture frame and stickers.

Donation drive for domestic violence
Pasco Tax Collector Mike Fasano’s office has started a donation drive for the Salvation Army’s Domestic Violence Program.

All five tax collector’s offices in Pasco County will accept donations throughout January, via collection jars.

All funds will go directly to the program.

For information and office locations, visit PascoTaxes.com and click on the Salvation Army End Domestic Violence banner.

Senior citizen strength classes
The Groves Golf and Country Club, 7924 Melogold Circle in Land O’ Lakes, offers a Silver Sneakers Strength & Balance program on Wednesdays at 9 a.m., and Fridays at 10:30 a.m.

These are low-impact classes to improve flexibility and balance.

Classes are free to Silver Sneakers members, and $5 for non-members.

For information, call Tom Marbell at (352) 409-2984, or email .

Open house at The Baby Place
Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel, 2600 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., will host an open house at The Baby Place Jan. 22 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Guests can tour the all-private spacious maternity suites, meet the staff and physicians, and learn about family-centered care.

Light refreshments will be served.

For information and reservations, call (813) 929-5432.

Women’s health fair
Premier Community Healthcare, 2114 Seven Springs Blvd., Suite 100, in Trinity, will host a free Women’s Health Fair Jan. 24 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The fair will include health workshops, demonstrations, health screenings, healthy snacks and more.

There are limited slots for a PAP test. To schedule a free PAP/well-woman exam, call Melissa Hill at (352) 518-2000, Ext. 9150.

For information, call Nicole John at (727) 645-4185, Ext. 5015.

Condensed version of childbirth class
Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel, 2600 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., will host a condensed version of its childbirth education class Jan. 25 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

This is a half-day version of the childbirth education series “Understanding Birth.”

For information or to register, call (813) 929-5683.

‘Diabetes 101’

Oak Hill Hospital, 11375 Cortez Blvd., in Brooksville, will present “Diabetes 101” as part of its free Community Education Series Jan. 27 from 1:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The program is an educational clinic for diabetics and their spouses or caregivers.

A representative will screen to ensure those attending have been diagnosed.

Guests should bring their list of medications to seminar.

Seating is limited to 25 couples.

For information or to register, call (352) 597-6333.

Tobacco cessation class
Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point, 14000 Fivay Road in Hudson, will offer the IQuit tobacco cessation class Jan. 29 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Participants can learn the health risks of tobacco use, the benefits of quitting, symptoms of nicotine withdrawal, and nicotine replacement therapy products.

The class is free.

To register, call Kadie Kluttz at (813) 929-1000, Ext. 208, or email .

Access Health lectures
Access Health Care, 5350 Spring Hill Drive in Spring Hill, will offer a lecture on “Weight Reduction: Smart Moves Make This Happen” Jan. 29 at 5:15 p.m.

For information, call Dr. Maria Scunziano-Singh at (352) 688-8116.

Physician directory available
The Medical Center of Trinity, 9330 State Road 54, is offering a complimentary copy of the latest edition of its physician directory, which includes current primary care physicians, internal medicine physicians and specialists with privileges at Medical Center of Trinity.

Anyone who would like a copy can call (727) 834-5630, or email .

Lodge offers TOPS program
J.F. Swartsel Lodge, 3309 Lutz Lake Fern Road in Lutz, offers the TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) program every Wednesday.

Weigh-in is at 9 a.m., followed by a meeting at 9:45 a.m.

For information, call Mary Clark at (813) 908-3587.

Adopt a 2015 tree at FHZH
Florida Hospital Zephyrhills, 7050 Gall Blvd., is looking for sponsors for its 31st annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in December.

Available trees for 2015 are New Hampshire, Ohio, Oregon and Rhode Island.

The hospital provides live trees with lights and individuals, groups or organizations decorate the tree.

The program also includes family friendly activities, a Christmas program with live musical performances, readings and fireworks.

To sponsor a tree or for information, call Jane Freeman at (813) 783-6192.

Gulfside selling calendars
All Gulfside Hospice thrift shop locations are selling the 2015 calendar featuring photos taken in Pasco County. More than 200 photos of Pasco events, places, landmarks and wildlife were submitted, and 13 winning photos make up Gulfside’s “Pasco County: Through Your Eyes” calendar.

Calendars are available at any shop location for $5.

All proceeds help support hospice care and bereavement services for Pasco County residents.

For shop locations, visit GHPPC.org.

For information, call (727) 845-5707.

Alzheimer’s caregiver support
The local Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group will meet the first Wednesday of the month at 11 a.m., at the Land O’ Lakes Branch Library, 2818 Collier Parkway.

Admission is free.

For information, call Phyllis Bross at (813) 996-1361, or email .

Cancer network meeting
Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church Family Cancer Network meets the second and fourth Thursday of the month in Rosary Hall, 2348 Collier Parkway in Land O’ Lakes, beginning at 7 p.m.

Cancer survivors and caregivers are invited to attend.

For information, call (813) 949-4565.

Pelvic disorder seminar

The Medical Center of Trinity, 9330 State Road 54, will host a seminar “Pelvic Prolapse and Incontinence: How to Revive Your Lifestyle” Jan. 28 at noon.

Dr. Mona McCullough will present a guide to prevention and treatment of pelvic floor disorders.

A complimentary lunch will be served. Admission is free.

For information and reservations, call (727) 834-5630.

 

 

KEYSTONE CHURCH 10TH ANNIVERSARY

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Keystone Community Church, 21010 State Road 54 in Lutz, will celebrate its 10th anniversary with a meet-and-greet Jan. 31 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., and a celebration service Feb. 1 at 10:30 a.m. Both events are free. For information, call (813) 948-4522, or email .

‘ON GOLDEN POND’

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The Carrollwood Players will present “On Golden Pond” through Jan. 31, on select dates, at the Carrollwood Players Theatre, 4333-5 Gunn Highway in Tampa. Doors open a half hour prior to the show. Tickets are $20 for adults, and $17 for students with ID, seniors and military. For information and show times, email .