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Photos of the Week

A curious ‘reflection’

February 8, 2022 By Special to The Laker/Lutz News

(Courtesy of Bernie Welton)

Tina James, daughter of Bernie and Kathy Welton of Land O’ Lakes, painted this portrait of the Weltons’ cat, Zee, who was adopted when he could fit in the palm of Kathy’s hand. Zee now is 13 years old and weighs a little more than 20 pounds. When presented with his portrait, Zee took to sitting for a good 10 minutes, just admiring himself in his ‘reflection.’

A stunning portrait

February 1, 2022 By Mary Rathman

Kimberly Collins lives in Meadow Pointe and plants her yard to attract butterflies, bees and hummingbirds — and what better way to capture a photo like this, of a Monarch butterfly sitting for a portrait! Collins said she is thankful for the opportunity to share her love of nature.

An unmistakable image

January 25, 2022 By Special to The Laker/Lutz News

This great blue heron was sitting in the pond at Steve Vinik’s home in Lexington Oaks, in Wesley Chapel, squawking at something. After gazing fixedly for some minutes and then swiveling its head when Vinik tapped at the window, the heron suddenly lifted off across the pond.

A new day dawning

January 18, 2022 By Mary Rathman

Mary Rathman, The Laker/Lutz News’ editorial assistant, snapped this photo of the incredible sky on her way into work one day.

Raisin’ cane, for the love of history

January 11, 2022 By Special to The Laker/Lutz News

(Fred Bellet)

Steam rises from the huge vat containing sugar cane juice, as volunteers Marcus Copeland, of Dade City, left, and Jasper Starnes, of Zephyrhills, right, work on skimming any impurities that bubble to the top during the sugar cane syrup-making process. The demonstration occurred in the Cane Mill during The Pioneer Florida Museum & Village Raising Cane and Moonshine Festival. See more photos from the festival in full story.

Worth a repeat

January 4, 2022 By Special to The Laker/Lutz News

Gary Owens of Land O’ Lakes, last February, submitted his photo of an osprey in flight over Lake Heron, for our Local Wildlife section. It is worth a repeat, as we look back at some of our favorite reader-submitted wildlife photos.

A picture is worth a thousand words

December 28, 2021 By Special to The Laker/Lutz News

(Fred Bellet)

Academy at the Lakes East Pasco County All-Star catcher Josiah Bayona dives for a foul tip during game action against the West Pasco County All-Stars. Both West baseball and softball teams beat the East in the fourth annual Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) All-Star Baseball and Softball Games at Bishop McLaughlin High School fields. See more photos from 2021 below.

Santa swings through Lexington Oaks

December 21, 2021 By Special to The Laker/Lutz News

Lexington Oaks, in Wesley Chapel, hosted a parade, and Santa (also known as John Kostialik) and Frosty (Dustin Kostialik) joined in. Festivities included visits from a Pasco County fire truck, an ambulance and a marching band, too.

(Courtesy of Steve Vinik)

 

True patriotism on display

December 14, 2021 By Special to The Laker/Lutz News

(Fred Bellet)

Tunnel to Towers Foundation supporter Jim McKiernan, of Spring Hill, was among the many flag-toting motorcyclists who welcomed event-goers as they disembarked from shuttle buses. See full story and more photos in the above featured top story.

In the eyes of the beholder

December 7, 2021 By Special to The Laker/Lutz News

(Fred Bellet)

With art in her eyes, a display of handcrafted gift items are reflected from the sunglasses of onlooker Monica Kasson, of Odessa. Kasson, a fiber artist who works with tie-dye and other art forms, was browsing through the Lutz Arts & Crafts Show.

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02/04/2023 – Growing African Violets

The UF/IFAS Pasco Extension Office, 36702 State Road 52 in Dade City, will host a seminar on growing African violets on Feb. 4 at 10 a.m. For information and to register, visit EventBrite.com. … [Read More...] about 02/04/2023 – Growing African Violets

02/04/2023 – Historical Association

The Zephyrhills Historical Association will meet on Feb. 4 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., at the Zephyrhills Public Library, 5347 Eighth St. Participants can discover and discuss historical events, places and people of Zephyrhills and Pasco County. For information, call 813-780-0064. … [Read More...] about 02/04/2023 – Historical Association

02/04/2023 – Republican Women’s Club

The Pasco Federated Republican Women’s Club will meet on Feb. 4 at 9 a.m., at The Groves Golf and Country Club, 7924 Melogold Circle in Land O’ Lakes. The guest speaker will be Commissioner Jack Mariano. Breakfast will be served (cost ranges from $5 to $11). The meeting is open to the public. For information, email Sandy Graves at   … [Read More...] about 02/04/2023 – Republican Women’s Club

02/04/2023 – Rescue meet-and-greet

Carters Canine Rescues will be at the Connerton Market Days on Feb. 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 21100 Fountain Garden Road in Land O’ Lakes, in the clubhouse. Three of the shelter’s rescues will be on site and available for a meet-and-greet. There also will be a basket raffle with proceeds going to the shelter. … [Read More...] about 02/04/2023 – Rescue meet-and-greet

02/05/2023 – Make a bird feeder

The Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, 12118 Lake Blanche Drive in Odessa, will host a DIY bird feeder class on Feb. 5 at 2 p.m., for kindergarten through third grade. All materials will be provided. Parents should keep in mind that some of the materials used for this program may contain ingredients that could trigger allergies. Masks are recommended but not required. Registration is online at PascoLibraries.org. … [Read More...] about 02/05/2023 – Make a bird feeder

02/07/2023 – Dulcimer lessons

The Zephyrhills Public Library, 5347 Eighth St., will host free mountain dulcimer lessons on Feb. 7 at 10 a.m. The dulcimer will be provided. The class is limited to 12 persons. Walk-ins are welcome if you bring your own dulcimer. Registration is required by calling 813-780-0064. … [Read More...] about 02/07/2023 – Dulcimer lessons

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