Club donates to the arts
LAND O’ LAKES – The March General meeting for GFWC Lutz Land O’ Lakes Woman’s Club included a fundraiser luncheon presented by the Arts and Crafts CSP. CSP members provided Irish food and various “green” desserts.
Proceeds will be donated to Arts for All.
Visit gfwclutzlandolakeswomansclub.org for information about membership.
Luncheon to empower women
WESLEY CHAPEL – Pasco County’s Commission on the Status of Women is hosting its third Women Uplifting Women luncheon to unite our community, share ideas and inspire others.
From CEOs to frontline workers, this annual luncheon offers something for every woman in Pasco County.
The Women Uplifting Women Luncheon takes place from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. April 29 at Pasco-Hernando State College Porter Campus, Third Floor Conference Center, 2727 Mansfield Blvd., Wesley Chapel.
“Understanding the broad issues impacting us daily is crucial for women,” said Jennie Yingling, chair of the Commission on the Status of Women. “It’s inspiring to see strong, successful women united to discuss and identify solutions to our community’s challenges.”
Keynote speaker Effie Santos, founder of Madi’s Movement and author of “The Power of the Pause,” will discuss the significance of pausing and delve into life’s unexpected twists and the choices women confront.
Attendees will also gain valuable insights from a panel of women who will address critical issues impacting women today and explore solutions for a brighter future.
RSVP no later than April 22 by visiting mypas.co/UpliftingWomen2025
Event Registration is $10, including a boxed lunch limited to 140 participants.
Extension hosting Earth Day celebration
DADE CITY – UF/IFAS Pasco County Cooperative Extension is celebrating Earth Day with a family-friendly, educational event that aims to increase environmental stewardship and awareness.
The Earth Day 2025 Celebration takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 19 at Pasco County Extension One Stop Shop, 15029 14th St., Dade City.
Activities and educational opportunities Include a Master Gardener Volunteers’ Plant Sale,
hydroponic gardening, new garden tours/Q&A, touch a truck for kids, vertical oyster, gardens, composting and pollination.
Representatives from various Pasco County departments and state agencies will explain how to become better Earth ambassadors and introduce free or low-cost county and state services.
Pasco County Cooperative Extension Service assists people in Pasco County by developing and delivering practical, educational programs in environmental horticulture; sustainable agriculture; 4‑H and youth development; and family and consumer sciences.
Visit mypas.co/UFIFASPascoExt for details or volunteer opportunities.
Pasco County opens registration for 4-H camp
PASCO COUNTY – Summer is right around the corner, so now is a great time to enroll your child in a variety of fun activities to keep them active.
Join UF/IFAS Pasco County Cooperative Extension 4-H for a weeklong, overnight summer camp adventure June 16 to 20, 2025.
The week’s theme is Eco-Discovery, which focuses on classes and activities about the environment. It is also filled with activities including swimming, kayaking, archery, campfires, herpetology and arts & crafts.
4-H Overnight Camp is for children, ages 8 to 17. The camp will be held at 4-H Camp Cloverleaf, 126 Cloverleaf Road, Lake Placid. The cost for the camp is $400.
Kids 14 years and older who want to be a Junior Counselor must complete an application.
Email to register or more information.
