Tampa Premium Outlets
Forever 21, Johnston & Murphy, Starbucks, Sunglass Hut, Tumi, Billabong, Auntie Anne’s, Yankee Candle, Clarks Bostonian and Estee Lauder will be among the 110 retailers opening in October at Tampa Premium Outlets, according to building permit documents filed with Pasco County’s construction services department.
Outlet mall construction
Eclipse Building Corp., based in Fort Lauderdale and Tampa, is building three Tampa Premium Outlets’ restaurants – Green Leaf’s, Bananas Smoothies & Frozen Yogurt and South Philly Steaks and Fries. The company is under contract by franchisee Raitom LLC. Construction on the restaurants is scheduled for completion on Oct. 5. The outlet mall, off State Road 56 at the Interstate 75 interchange, is set to open on Oct. 29.
New photo business
Ron Bowman recently moved from New Hampshire to Lutz where he and his wife, Barbara, are enjoying retirement. But Bowman is using his photography skills to start a new business, “On Location Photography.” He goes outside the studio to meet you at home, your favorite park, the beach or any outdoor location you like. Photos can include family pets, cars, motorcycles or any of your favorite things. Bring props such as musical instruments, sporting equipment or other hobby interests. Photos can be candid, posed or both.
He provides a camera memory card or copies all images to a DVD or memory stick.
Bowman began a part-time wedding photography business in the 1970s and later transitioned to landscapes and back to weddings. An image of Squam Lake was selected to market the 25th anniversary of the movie “On Golden Pond.”
For information call Bowman at (603) 340-7316 or email to .
New members and mixer
Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce will host a mixer on Aug. 12 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Stage Left, 24400 State Road 54 in Lutz. The venue is on the south side of State Road 54, just east of Oak Grove.
Come and meet the chamber’s newest members. An orientation for new members will be held prior to the mixer from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served.
For information, call the chamber at (813) 909-2722, or email .
Business Link breakfast
Business Link will have its monthly networking breakfast on Aug. 12 from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m., at Quality Inn & Suites, 6815 Gall Blvd., in Zephyrhills.
Come for tips and networking to strengthen your business. San Antonio Citizens Federal Credit Union is committed to the financial success of your business. This monthly gathering provides networking and an information-sharing platform for our small business community. A complimentary breakfast will be provided.
Please RSVP to Rebecca Gaddis at (352) 588-2732, ext. 1237, or email .
Chamber luncheon
The North Tampa Chamber of Commerce will have its monthly general meeting on Aug. 13, with check-in at 11 a.m., at Brunchies Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch and Catering at 14366 N. Dale Mabry Highway in Tampa. Networking is until 11:30 a.m., when lunch will be served from a select menu.
For information, contact the chamber at (813) 961-2420, or email .
New school location
Metropolitan Technical Career Institute will host a grand opening for its new campus site on Aug. 13 at 12:30 p.m., at 14138 Sixth St., in Dade City.
The institute offers careers in a variety of health-related areas including CNA, phlebotomy, EKG, X-ray and medical assistant. Day, evening and weekend classes, as well as online certification programs, are available. A career counselor will be at the opening to answer questions.
For information, call a student advisor at (352) 293-2474, or visit MetropolitanTechnicalCareerInstitute.com.
Restaurant opening
Zaytoun Mediterranean Grill will host a grand opening and ribbon cutting on Aug. 13 from 11 a.m. to noon, at 10970 Cross Creek Blvd., in New Tampa. The restaurant will feature authentic Middle Eastern cuisine with an emphasis on Syrian and Lebanese dishes including hummus, falafel, lamb, chicken and vegetarian selections.
For information, visit WesleyChapelChamber.com or Zaytoun-Grill.com.
Appreciation day
New Tampa Chiropractic and Injury Center will hold a “Patient Appreciation Day” on Aug. 15 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., at 2312 Crestover Lane, Suite 102, in Wesley Chapel. The event will start with a High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) workout. Afterward there will be a relaxing stretch and delicious food by O.T.B. restaurant. Existing patients that bring a guest will receive a free adjustment and chair massage. Guests will receive a free consultation, examination and X-rays. The clinic will offer a 15 percent discount on all supplements.
Please RSVP by calling the clinic at (813) 994-6111 or email to www.newtampachiropractor411.com.
Breakfast network
The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce will have its monthly Breakfast Meeting on Aug. 18 from 8 a.m. to 9:15 a.m., in the conference room at Pasco Hernando State College, Porter Campus, at 2727 Mansfield Blvd., in Wesley Chapel. The guest speaker will be Stacey Nance, general manager of Tampa Premium Outlets.
The cost to chamber members is $15 in advance, with registration online by 3 p.m. on Aug. 14. The cost to non-members and members, at the door is $20.
For information, contact the chamber at (813) 994-8534, or visit www.WesleyChapelChamber.com.
50 and older workshop
Think you’re too old to start a business? The U.S. Small Business Administration and AARP have a message: Think again. The two agencies are partnering to present the “Summer of Entrepreneur Mentoring,” a workshop for entrepreneurs age 50 and older, on Aug. 19 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at SMARTstart, at 6345 Grand Blvd., in New Port Richey. Entrepreneurs will be matched with business owners and community leaders who can offer advise on how to start a business.
This is a free event hosted by Pasco Hernando SCORE, but registration is required.
For information, call (727) 842-4638, or email Michael Ravens, a SCORE volunteer, at .
