Credit union supports hospital foundation
TAMPA – GTE Financial is supporting the Tampa General Hospital Foundation in September through its Charity of the Month program.
GTE Financial will promote member donations and host a Tailgate Touchdown Chili & Cornbread Cook-Off with employees. The organization will also offer month-long raffles.
“We are thrilled to support the foundation’s mission, focused on healing, teaching, innovating and caring for everyone, every day,” said Ashley Watson, chief of staff at GTE Financial. “This partnership gives us the opportunity to not only raise vital funds, but also to come together in celebration of one of the safest and most groundbreaking academic health systems in the United States.”
Each month, the not-for-profit credit union highlights a different employee-selected nonprofit, rallying members and the community to raise money and awareness.
2025 beneficiaries include the Hispanic Professional Women’s Association, Rescue Pets of Florida, Tighten the Drag Foundation, YMCA, Junior Achievement, LifeLink, Boys & Girls Club, Best Buddies, Tampa General Hospital Foundation, American Heart Association, Crisis Center and Feeding Tampa Bay.
The program has donated more than $2.5 million to organizations since 2019.
On the web: gtefinancial.org/about/charities
Libraries offer free job search services
PASCO COUNTY – Finding the right job can open doors to exciting opportunities, but navigating the interview process can be overwhelming. Pasco County Libraries can help.
The library system is teaming up with CareerSource Pasco Hernando to provide free services, like interview preparation, to residents.
CareerSource Re-Employment Assistance is available from 10 a.m. to noon on the following days and venues:
- Centennial Park Library (every first Tuesday), 5740 Moog Road, Holiday.
- Regency Park Library (every second Tuesday), 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey.
- South Holiday Library (every third Tuesday), 4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday.
- Hugh Embry Library (\every fourth Tuesday), 14215 Fourth Street, Dade City.
Bring a copy of your most recent resume, if you have one.
Employment experts can help visitors with employment searches, applications, resume writing and interview preparation.
On the web: PascoLibraries.org.
Cafe at 1920 focus on coffee, grab-and-go breakfast
TAMPA – 1920, Ybor City’s premier destination for live music, art, and unforgettable events, has opened a new daytime concept, Cafe at 1920.
Previously home to a tenant-run Attic Cafe that closed on Aug. 17, the space has been transformed and is now operated by 1920 itself. Cafe at 1920 offers a thoughtfully crafted coffee and breakfast experience featuring Wuz Here Coffee, roasted locally, along with a focus on high-quality drinks and grab-and-go breakfast.
“1920 has always been about creating memorable experiences through art, music and community,” said Rachel Miele, general manager of 1920. “Now we’re bringing that same energy into the mornings with a coffee program and menu that reflect who we are.”
SBA launches loans for small manufacturers
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Small Business Administration launched its first loan program dedicated to America’s small manufacturers, which make up 98% of all U.S. manufacturers.
The 7(a) Manufacturer’s Access to Revolving Credit Loan Program offers flexible working capital with minimal red tape.
“With 98% of American manufacturers classified as small businesses, the new MARC Loans represent a powerful source of targeted capital for those who are growing our nation’s production,” SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler said.
Details are at www.sba.gov, with lender training available on SBA’s Training on Demand page.
Landscape Creations becomes U-Haul dealer
NEW PORT RICHEY – U-Haul Co. of Florida announced that Landscape Creations, 8030 Plathe Road, has signed on as a U-Haul neighborhood dealer.
Owner Alyssa Burks said partnering with U-Haul will help meet mobility needs in Pasco County while supporting a locally owned business.
The business will offer U-Haul trucks, trailers, towing equipment and moving supplies.
Normal hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily.
Call 727-848-6829 or visit uhaul.com to make a reservation.
North Tampa Bay events
LAND O’ LAKES – North Tampa Bay Chamber will host a coffee social, Lunch N Learn and membership orientation.
- Members engage in networking during a coffee social from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Sept. 17 at Spinner Law Firm, 2418 Cypress Glen Drive, Wesley Chapel.
- The chamber hosts a Lunch N Learn session on the topic of “Home Plus Presentation” from noon to 1:30 p.m. Sept. 18 at North Tampa Bay Chamber, Suncoast Office 4 & Co., 16703 Early Riser Ave., Land O’ Lakes. Registration costs $15. Register in advance.
- New members go through an orientation session to learn about membership benefits from 9 to 10 a.m. Sept. 24 at North Tampa Bay Chamber, Wiregrass Mall, 28329 Paseo Drive, Suite #195, Wesley Chapel. Register in advance.
Visit northtampabaychamber.com for details about the chamber and events.
Greater Pasco events
NEW PORT RICHEY – Greater Pasco Chamber members will host a brochure exchange, women’s programming and grand openings.
- The Professional Women in Business group meets for their monthly networking lunch from 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 17 at HCA Florida Hospital Trinity, 9330 State Road 54, Trinity. Members pay $12. Others pay $15. Register in advance.
- Members exchange company literature during Trinity Brochure Exchange from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 18 at Seven Springs Golf and Country Club, 3535 Trophy Blvd., Trinity. Members get in free. Others pay $10. Food costs $13. Register in advance.
- Members celebrate the grand opening of Hands On Healthcare and Chiropractic with a ribbon cutting from 1 to 3 p.m. Sept. 19 at 9782 Little Road, New Port Richey. The ribbon will be cut at 1:30 p.m. Register in advance.
- Members celebrate the grand opening of Pure Barre with a ribbon cutting at 9:30 a.m. Sept. 22 at 3130 Little Road, Trinity. Register in advance.
Visit greaterpasco.com for details about the chamber and events.
East Pasco events
DADE CITY – East Pasco Chamber members will host Core Connections and Coffee & Networking events.
- New members learn the perks of membership during Core Connections from 8 to 9 a.m. Sept. 18 at East Pasco Chamber of Commerce Dade City Office, 14112 8th St., Dade City. Register in advance.
- Members meet up for Coffee & Networking from 8 to 9 a.m. Sept. 19 at the chamber’s Zephyrhills location, 38550 5th Ave. Register in advance.
Visit eastpascochamber.org for details about the chamber and events.
