New RaceTrac?
Owners of In Play LLC and Relin Brothers LLC are seeking a zoning change to clear the way for a Race Trac convenience store and gas station at the northeast corner of Land O’ Lakes Boulevard and Ehren Cutoff, according to county records.
The item is on the consent agenda of the Pasco County Planning Commission, which meets Jan. 11 at 1:30 p.m., at the Historic Pasco County Courthouse in Dade City.
Planning staff members recommend approval.
According to county records, the Race Trac Market Store No. 1221 would be about 5,400 square feet. There would be 16 gas pumps. The “build-out” for the project is scheduled for 2018.
Cycle training and anniversary
Cycle Quest is now leasing a space at VisionQuest Fitness Studio, at 24434 State Road 54, in Lutz. And, VisionQuest is celebrating its one-year anniversary.
Cycle Quest owner Dana Newberry began offering cycling classes in December for small groups, generally of six to nine bicycle riders. Private/buddy classes also are available for one to two riders.
Riders can bring their own bicycles or use one of Cycle Quest’s bicycles. Class packages, at varying prices, are available.
VisionQuest Fitness owner Dawn Mong opened her fitness studio in January 2016. The studio offers group classes, boot camps and personal training.
For information on cycling, call or text Newberry at (352) 518-1563, or sign up for classes with the free mobile application, Bookfit!
For information on VisionQuest Fitness, call or text (813) 546-4867, or use Bookfit! to sign up for classes.
Both also are on Facebook.
Job fair
Goodwill Industries-Suncoast Inc., is set to have a job fair on Jan. 11 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Goodwill Superstore, 2390 Willow Oak Drive in Wesley Chapel.
Goodwill is seeking sales associates, donations processing associates and janitorial staff.
Applicants can complete an application at SbsGoodwill.com before attending the fair, but walk-ins are welcome.
For information, visit Goodwill-suncoast.org.
General meeting
The North Tampa Chamber of Commerce will have a general meeting on Jan. 12 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Iavarone’s Steakhouse & Italian Grill, 3617 Humphrey St., in Tampa.
The guest speaker will be Jeff Ruby, founder and president of RedRock Leadership.
For early bird registration, RSVP online with credit card or to the chamber office at by 5 p.m., on Jan. 10, at the discounted rate of $20 (whether you eat or not). After that date, the cost is $25 (whether you eat or not), payable at the door by cash, check or credit card.
For information, call the chamber office at (813) 563-0180, or visit NorthTampaChamber.com.
Employment seminars
CareerSource Pasco Hernando will offer two one-hour seminars on job searches and writing resumes on Jan. 13, at 1500 Citrus Country Drive, Suite 303, in Dade City.
The first seminar is from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. on EFM Essentials. The course will help people who are new to, or have limited experience with, the state’s job search engine. Workshop participants will learn to navigate key EFM functions including background, resume, job search, Virtual Recruiter, online training and self-assessments.
The second seminar is from 11 a.m. to noon, at the same address. It will offer tips on writing winning resumes to make a great first impression on employers.
For information and to register, visit CareersourcePascoHernando.com.
Hispanic leaders lunch
The Hispanic Business Leaders of the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce will host a Hispanic Business Leaders Luncheon, open to all chamber members and guests, on Jan. 17 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Land O’ Lakes Community Center, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd.
The guest speaker will be Meghan Frisco of Computer Mentors.
The cost is $20 for chamber members, and $25 for non-members. Members pay $15 and non-members pay $20 if prepaid by Jan. 12.
For information, email Ignacio Ruiz at .
Business seminar
The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce will host a business seminar on Jan. 18 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., at its office on 6013 Wesley Grove Blvd., Suite 105, Don Porter Boardroom, in Wesley Chapel.
Founder of Business Success Training Steve Black will explain How to Have the Best Year Ever in 2017.
The event is free but space is limited, so RSVP.
For information, contact the chamber at (813) 994-8534 or .
Lunch n learn
A Lunch N Learn Business Forum is scheduled for Jan. 19 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce Don Porter Boardroom, at 6013 Wesley Chapel Blvd., Suite 105.
Guest speaker will be David C. Alvarez of DCA Media Consulting. He will offer tips on how to build your brand through social media.
The cost is $15 including lunch. Please RSVP, as seating is limited.
For information, visit WesleyChapelChamber.com, or call (813) 994-8534.
Ribbon cutting
The Devolder Law Firm will have a ribbon cutting on Jan. 19 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., at 8709 Hunters Green Drive, Suite 103, in New Tampa.
The event is free.
For information, call The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce at (813) 994-8534, or email .
Spa ribbon cutting
The Cabana Spa will have a ribbon cutting on Jan. 20 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., at 27607 State Road 56 in Wesley Chapel.
Light refreshments and giveaways will be offered.
For information, call The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce at (813) 994-8534, or email .
Economic forecast luncheon
The Pasco Economic Development Corporation has scheduled its 2017 Economic Forecast Luncheon on Feb. 3 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at Florida Hospital Center Ice in Wesley Chapel.
The luncheon will feature Mark Vitner, senior economist at Wells Fargo, who will give a presentation of the regional economy and his forecast for the year.
Vitner regularly meets with business leaders throughout the country, as well as overseas. He is expected to discuss potential impacts on Pasco County and Florida — from changes in local and national leadership.
For information, visit PascoEDC.com.
