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Tyson Printing hosts charity car show to support Lutz Patriots
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Jim Swain at Keystone Community Center
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September 24, 2009-02
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Lutz 4th of July Parade, Lutz Guv'na,
Lutz 5k and 1 K Run
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July 4, 2009-01
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Chamber of Commerce Presidents Award Benedetto's Ristorante
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Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce gave the Presidents Award to Ben Pumo, owner of Benedetto's Ristorante located in Land O’Lakes, at their Awards Banquet June 19.June 19, 2009 -07
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Honorary Guv'na Party at Barnie’s in Land O’Lutz
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June 27, 2009-06
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Girl Scouts of Land O'Lakes at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
Local Girl Scouts Bridge to Next Level
May 13, local Girl Scout troops of Girl Scouts of West Central Florida’s Land O Lakes Service Unit participated in a bridging ceremony at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Activity Center in Lutz.
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June 13, 2009
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Lutz Cub Scouts and parents decorate a July 4th float
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Boys in Lutz’s Cub Scout Pack 212 gathered last weekend (Saturday) for some wet fun, and to decorate their float for next Saturday’s Independence Day parade in Lutz. Top row (l to r): Cody Foster, Trent Innocenti, Christopher Barnes. Middle row (l to r): Kyle Bowman, Paul Coats, Zachary Huff, Cameron Rios, Jandor Myers, William LeNoir, Nicholas Rios, Shane LeNoir, Mason Sims. Bottom row (l to r): Andrew Wise, Daniel Knox. Photos of this and other events by Anthony V. Masella Jr
June 27, 2009-05
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Lutz Guv'na Great Debate!
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June 19, 2009
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New flag set aloft on Memorial Day at the Memorial Park in Lutz
New flags, purchased by the Lutz Civic Association were set aloft with members of the Civil Air Patrol, The Civic Assocation and the GFWC Lutz Land O'Lakes Woman's Club looking on. This was done on Sunday, May 24th in time for Memorial Day at the Memorial Park in Lutz.William and Phyllis Hoedt supervise the raising of the new flag they purchased to fly over what was once called “Mother’s Park” in Lutz
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Lutz Guv'na Race begins at Beef O'Brady's
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May 17, 2009-01
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Birthday Party Celebration for Auralee Buckingham
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May 21, 2009-04
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Imagine School Carnival
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March 27, 2009-04
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The New Christie Minstrels Benefit
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February 6, 2009-02
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Bellissimo Salon 1st Anniversary Party
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>>> HereRita Anderson, owner of Bellissimo Salon (second from left), is pictured at her One Year Anniversary Party (and Capital Pawn & Jewelry) on November 9. Pictured with her are (from left): Bellissimo Stylists Melissa Carson, Trish Wallace, and Gloria Myers. Guests enjoyed music, fun, food, door prizes, and gift baskets. ..
Gino and Laura Kruse, of Lutz, enjoyed the chocolate fountain at the One Year Anniversary Party at Bellissimo Salon and Capital Pawn & Jewelry on November 9. … Joy Prince (on left), and her sister Lisa Williams (holding Jaymoy Prince) enjoyed the food and fun at the One Year Anniversary Party at Bellissimo Salon and Capital Pawn & Jewelry. .. Rita Anderson, owner of Bellissimo Salon (third from left), presents SPCA volunteers Stephanie Watts and Jason Tepley, of Wesley Chapel, over $460 that was raised at her One Year Anniversary Party (and Capital Pawn & Jewelry) on November 9. .. Potential client Yahisa Orsini (on right), of Tampa, asks Bellissimo Salon owner Rita Anderson, of Land O’ Lakes, a question about her hair at the One Year Anniversary Party at Bellissimo Salon and Capital Pawn & Jewelry on November 9. The salon is located at 2525 E. Busch Blvd., Tampa and can be reached at 813-933-2525. Photos of this and other events by Faith Jordan-Masella are on www.LandOLakesFLA.com.
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Eagle Plaza Expo
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September 6, 2008 - 02
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Butterflies at Hollie's Farm & Garden
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Michelle Radford, owner of Hollie's Farm & Garden with her husband Scott (not pictured), speaks to a large group of Butterfly enthusiast at their full service landscape nursery located on the corner of County Line Road and Dale Mabry in Lutz on August 9. Only rain can chase away the Butterflies at Hollie's Farm & Garden as Shannon Caldarelli of Hollie's Farm & Garden, Caitlin Minor of Essrig Elementary in Carrollwood holding a Fennel herb plant, Molly Purol of Trinity Elementary in Carrollwood and Pam Purol Carrollwood, seek shelter during a brief summer shower. Hollie's native flowering plants are great at attracting birds, butterflies and other wildlife species found throughout Florida. Mike Gorski visits his good friend Ed Maloney, who moved from Del Ray Beach to Land O’Lakes recently and used the Butterfly seminar at Hollie's Farm & Garden in Lutz to get their girls together, Carmelina Gorski 5, Emily Maloney 4 and Sophia Gorski 3, to learn a little bit about nature and have a whole lot of fun August 9.
August 09, 2008 - 05
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All Kids Academy
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All Kids Academy's Open House on August 2nd was a great way for local families to spend a sunny Saturday afternoon. The teachers really got into the spirit of things doing their own arts and crafts, game playing, and posing for photo "ops"! The Academy is now registering infants through pre-k, and before and after school for the 2008-2009 school year.
August 02, 2008 - 01
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Ukulele Brands presents Tampa Hot Dog
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Denise Jackson of New Port Richey and lead singer in the band, “East of Eden” that plays every Sunday afternoon at Ukulele Brand’s enjoys a Tampa Bay Bucs Dog that is made up of an all beef dog with mustard cheese sauce, Tampa Bay relish, Vidalia sweet onion, diced tomato & a pinch of old bay seasoning.
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ll beef dog with mustard cheese sauce, Tampa Bay relish, Vidalia sweet onion, diced tomato & a pinch of old bay seasoning moments before I eat it.July 27, 2008 - 02
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I 75 Overpass Construction
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Joy Christiano Project Engineer, Kris Carson Florida Department of Transportation District Seven Public Information Office11201 N. McKinley Drive Tampa, FL 33612-6456. (813) 975-6060, 1-800-226-7220 and John McShaffrey, APR Public Information Officer Interstate Construction Office Florida Department of Transportation, District Seven (813) 233-3837.
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Temple Terrace Fourth of July Parade
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Actresses from the Masque Community Theatre production of Nunsense II, that will take the stage in March 2009, participate in the Temple Terrace Fourth of July Parade July 4th. Performers from the Masque Community Theatre wave and toss beads. Monica Justice and her daughter Maiya Justice definitely traveled the farthest to enjoy the Temple Terrace Fourth of July Parade, coming all the way from Katmandu, Nepal, to be with her sisters and their families Vanessa Clarey 12, Victoria Clarey 11 and Viviana Clary of Temple Terrace and some new friends, Christopher McComes 3, Cooper and Clancy. Having a great time at the Temple Terrace Fourth of July Parade are Jody Pianin with her daughter Molly Pianin 3 of New Tampa and her cousin Baxer Moody 4 of Temple Terrace. Members of the Pony Baseball Tournament League throw strikes at the crowd waving along the street at the Temple Terrace Fourth of July Parade July 4th. Candidate for US Congress for the 11th District Eddie Adams Jr gives a big smile to the crowd waving along the street. Offering up a song for the crowd are the folks from Beer Belly’s Café to highlight their Karaoke Nights at their establishment, as they made their way down Gillette Avenue at the Temple Terrace Fourth of July Parade. While the crowd at the Temple Terrace Fourth of July Parade pleaded for some Girl Scouts cookies, these Brownies, Cadettes and Junior scouts flung multi colored beads to the folks, which will have to hold them till the cookie season begins.
July 4, 2008 - 01
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CABA Golf at Heritage
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Volunteers at the CABA golf tournament, Curtis S. Brown, Hank Staniszewski, Gayle Santonelli, Donna Tafuro, Emmanuel Catalan, Robert S. Wise and Thai Huynh stand in front of just a few of the prizes and gifts donated helping make the tournament fund raiser at Heritage Harbor Golf and Country Club June 20, a great success.
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U15 Spirit of 93 FLA Soccer in Temple Terrace
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The girls of Temple Terrace’s premier under 15 soccer team, Spirit of 93, take a break from the heat of the afternoon June 19 and then it is back to work, under the direction of their coach Jeff Liss, as they prepare to play some of the strongest teams from around the state this summer.
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Fishing at Riverfront Park in Temple Terrace
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Fishing buddies Gerrit Steen of Brandon, Melvin Dennard of Ernie Haire Ford and his son Melvin Waters Dennard of Temple Terrace found the Hillsborough River a bit low at the Rotary Riverfront Park in Temple Terrace June 19 but still had a lot of fun tring to snag a couple of fish.
June 19, 2008 - 04
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Lutz Nye Park Camp
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Several students attend the Summer Camp at Nye Park to play games and have fun. Some of the students in attendance on June 17 include (from left): Austin Cintron and Chris Pearson, of Lutz Elementary, Dallas Wooton, of Freedom High School, Antonio Valdez and Justin Johnson, of Liberty Middle School, Zachary Nichols, of Freedom High School, and Ryan Lloyd and Ryan Pearson, of Liberty Middle School. Coach Don Wright (on left), shows Miquel Hendon, of Lutz Elementary, some tips on playing chess at the Summer Camp at Nye Park. These girls prefer having fun at Summer Camp at Nye Park to staying home and being bored. Pictured are (from left): Florence Adeyanju, of Martinez Middle School, Brianna Rainone, of Center Academy, Christina Broyles and Caitlin Frix, of Liberty Middle School, and Kay Barnley, of Learning Gate Community (front).
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Sound Wave Open House
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June 12, 2008 - 01
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Terri for Lutz Guv'na
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June 8, 2008 - 01
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Lutz Guv'na Flea Market
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Independent Avon Sales Rep Carol McBride, with Kerri Callahan with ‘Spot’, Alyssa Rubino with ‘Jackson’ and Sandy Sumner, considers adding cute little rabbits to her product line in response to the attention the lagomorphs received at the Lutz Guv’na Flea Market June 7.The Ladies of Lutz / Land O’Lakes Women’s Club, (from left) Edwina Kraemer, Peggy Cooper, Elaine Warner, Sheila Hollahan, Sandy Elmore, Marilyn Wannamaker, Annie Fernandez (in back row) Rebecca Grim, Lynn Shipman and in the very front, Tate Baker, Juniorette worked hard as usual but had a whole lot of fun.
Ellis and Faye Wheatley took a break from their duties as volunteers for the Friends of Lutz Library to check out the many informative booths and helpful people like Don Hamilton of Ierna’s Heating and Cooling at the Lutz Guv’na Flea Market June 7. Raising funds for charity is Terri Williamson (aka Lois Lane) candidate for Lutz Guv’na (sponsored by Community News) and her son Aaron Williamson 13, Superman 70, Evan Erickson 13, Angelina Williamson 12 and Alicia Largel.
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Open House at 5th 3rd bank
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The folks at the New Tampa YMCA, Henry Miller (Y), Mary Billington (M), Kathleen West (C) and Cindy DelVecchio (A) spell it out in face paint on their cheeks at the Open House at Fifth Third Bank June 7. Wags the Clown applies the face paint to Gabriela Aponte 7, of Land O’Lakes, made a balloon hat for Drew Bradstreet, 4 as Elisa Bradstreet and Kamden Bradstreet, 1, all of Land O’Lakes wait their turn. Other attractions like a jazz band and a moonwalk were on hand
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AT&T Grand Opening in Lutz
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Dennis Jetton, of Valrico (from left), was the winner of the Grand Prize at the AT&T Grand Opening Celebration held at the newly opened store at the County Line Commons shopping center, at 1408 N. Dale Mabry Hwy.,Lutz. He won a pair of Mega Tickets that include VIP Parking and Seating for concerts at the Ford Amphitheatre in Tampa that include entertainers: Tim McGraw, Toby Keith, Brooks & Dunn, Rascal Flatts, Kenny Chesney, Brad Paisley, and Martina McBride. He also won a Palm Centro Phone. The Grand Opening featured food, fun and great prizes. There was live music from local country band Desert Moon, food from Sonny’s BBQ, Smoothies from Smoothie King, and a radio remote with US 103.5 FM featuring Jenny Dean from The Travis and Jenny Show. The new 3,600-square-foot store in Lutz features several new retail concepts that showcase AT&T’s portfolio of products and services and redefine the meaning of “customer experience.” Two interactive touch-screen “information stations” make it easy for customers to view rate plans and coverage maps and to shop for devices, accessories and ringtones. Four interactive customer experience stations, equipped with laptops and wireless devices, allow customers to touch and experience the company’s wireless products and services, including e-mail, data, music, video, messaging and browsing. Also pictured are Lorenzo Perez, AT & T Mobility Store Manager, Jenny Dean, of the US 103.5 Travis & Jenny Show, and Lori Guccione, US 103.5 Senior Account Representative. For more information about this store, call 813- 948-9825 or go to www.att.com/wireless.
Eddie Carter, of Zephyrhills, holds his niece Hannah Abbott at the AT&T Grand Opening Celebration held at the newly opened store at the County Line Commons shopping center, at 1408 N. Dale Mabry Hwy.,Lutz.
Local country band Desert Moon entertained the crowd at the AT&T Grand Opening Celebration held at the newly opened store at the County Line Commons shopping center, at 1408 N. Dale Mabry Hwy.,Lutz. Band members include (from left): Kevin Stover, lead guitar, Tim Selman, keyboards, Jay Kincaid, singer, lead guitar, Spencer Roberts, drums, and Vance Eskesen, bass. For more information on the band based in Zephyrhills, call Beth Mills at 813-924-4890.
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Customer Appreciation at Jiffy Lube
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MAGNOLIA FARM BREEDS NEW BABY
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Owner Sandy Haya Roser (also known as Ms. Roser at Lutz Elementary) has successfully bred and trained horses in the Lutz area for over 25 years. A new baby (pictured) was just born on Presidents Day, one week ago at the Farm. Sandy and her family travel all over the State showing their horses as well as giving private lessons at the Farm. They are gearing up for their Summer program soon and still hold after school basic riding and handling classes each week throughout the year. You can also purchase Hay and well mannered horses if you are in the market for a new addition to your family.
At 8, my daughter started taking riding lessons at the Farm and soon bought her first horse, a flea bitten gray mare that she absolutely adored. It taught her responsibility and patience, love and kindness and most of all, she thoroughly enjoyed the experience. It made such an impact on her that, as an adult now, she has chosen the Equine Industry as her chosen career field. If you would like to introduce your child to the world of riding and you are interested in learning more about classes, sales or boarding for your own horse, please contact Sandy Roser at Magnolia Farm at 948-2846 or the Barn phone at 813-948-6171.
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Ierna's Heating and Cooling Art Contest at Lowry Park Zoo
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Ierna’s Heating and Cooling recently held an Art Contest in conjunction with the opening of the new Penguin Exhibit at the Lowry Park Zoo. Ierna’s donated $10,000 for the beautiful new exhibit. The winners in three age groups were given Three-Day Family Passes to the zoo and had their artwork framed by Alexandria Art Gallery. The Co-Op Artists of Alexandria Art Gallery judged the artwork. Pictured are (from left): Tony LaForgia, Corporate Relations Manager for the Lowry Park Zoo, Genia Ward, of Alexandria Art Gallery, penguin keeper Joshua Caraballo, Ron and Charlene Ierna, of Ierna’s Heating and Cooling, contest winner Christian Haisan, of Riverview, Elaina Ford, of Cambridge Christian Academy, Jillian Hitt, of Pine View Elementary, and Rob Kress, Marketing Director for Ierna’s Heating and Cooling.
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CABA at Alexandria Art Gallery
Lea Orchard, of Great Clips for Hair, and CABA Director, and Steven
Welch, of Sterling Payment Technologies, enjoyed the Breakfast Meeting
for CABA (Carrollwood Area Business Association)
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CABA (Carrollwood Area Business Association)held a Breakfast Meeting at
Alexandria Art Gallery on February 20.
Some of the many attendees included (from left): Lisa Miller, of
Advantage Office Supplies, Les Saland, of Aflac, and Sherwin Diaz, of
Ideal Computer & Networking Services, Inc.
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Rob Cunningham, of ADT Security, and President Elect of CABA (front
left), jokes with CABA Director Wendy Adams, of Eventful Occasions
during the Breakfast Meeting at Alexandria Art Gallery on February 20.
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Rob Harris, of Marquis Management Solutions (from left), enjoyed
networking with Larry Brooks, of Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, and Brenda
Cassato, of Financial Freedom at the CABA Breakfast Meeting at
Alexandria Art Gallery on February 20.
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Martinez Middle School at the Florida State Fair
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Katie Piecora is an 8th grader at Martinez Middle School and her steer (Dusty) weighed in at 1160. She received a 1st place Blue Ribbon in her weight class at the Fla State Fair this year. Cameron Alsup showed the Chapter steer for Martinez. Archie weighed in at 1101. He took a 3rd place ribbon for his weight class. Charles Massaro’s steer (Spot) weighed in at 1000 lbs and took a 3rd place ribbon also….Congratulations to all these students for their hard work and dedication and for representing Martinez Middle School Ag Dept so well at this years State Fair!
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Temple Twirlers Square Dance Lutz
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The Temple Twirlers Square Dance Team is seeking new members to join the fun in Lutz at the new Jazzercise center at 19012 US 41N across from the Lutz Library. All ages are welcome and the Twirlers strongly encourage young teens from 13-19 yrs of age to come out and learn the traditional dance steps which are presented by a “caller” and can be as lively and entertaining as they make them! This is a great form of low key exercise and social interaction with friends and neighbors.
Far from being pale and static, modern western-style square dancing is vibrant and growing. New ideas and figures are introduced each year, insuring that square dancing will not become boring and get into the rut of sameness. As interesting and enjoyable as square dancing is, it is not difficult. This activity can be enjoyed alike by the young and old, the handicapped and the able-bodied. All that is necessary is a thorough familiarity with a number of basic figures or movements, which are called in various combinations on the dance floor. Knowledge of and practice in these basic movements are best obtained through instruction is given in a series of weekly sessions which, for lack of a more descriptive term, are called beginners classes.
Having learned to square dance, new hobbyists find themselves in a brand new, heretofore unknown world. They are now among the millions of dancers active in the United States and internationally and because of standardized figures, they can dance throughout the United States and other countries. The above excerpt was found in the archives of MACA (Mid Atlantic Challenge Association). For more information on joining the Temple Twirlers who meet in Lutz on Saturday afternoons, please contact Flo Byington at 813-810-5548.
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Remote Cars to Lake Park in Lutz
This father-son team from Palm Harbor who brought their Remote Cars to Lake Park in Lutz to race. These cars can be gas or electric powered and run around $450-500. There was a State Racing Circuit held in mid February at Lake Park. The father and son who were enjoying time together on Saturday are Henry (dad) and Ben (son) Kremer. These cars can be gas or electric powered and run around $450-500.
A State RC Car racing circuit comes to Lake Park every year but local enthusiasts participate weekly on the quality RC track at Lake Park. Bleacher seating is available to bring the family to watch the crazy flips and turns of these powerful little cars!
The Diffeence between Toy Remote Cars and Hobby RC Cars
The RC cars and trucks that you see on TV and in toy stores offer a great
way for young people to get involved in a rewarding hobby; however, there
are few similarities between these toy-grade vehicles and those you'll find at a
hobby shop. For example, most hobby-grade R/C vehicles are available as an
unassembled kit. You build the vehicle from the ground up, piece by piece, so
you'll know exactly how it works and how to fix it if something breaks. With few
exceptions, you'll be able to make repairs yourself without having to send it
back to the manufacturer because you'll know the vehicle inside and out.
Also, hobby-grade R/C vehicles are generally made of better materials than
toygrade vehicles, so they can withstand the severe punishment of a backyard
obstacle course or a high-speed cartwheel at the local parking lot. Hobby kits
are designed to provide long life and superior performance.
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17th Annual Turkey Party
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Sage Salon & Spa Grand Opening
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Opening Party for Barneys
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Grand Opening Cellular Xpress T Mobile
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Saint Timothy Fall Festival
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Pumpkin Patch at Saint Paul's in Carrollwood
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River Fest in Temple Terrace
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New Tampa Family YMCA Fundraiser with Wesley Chapel Toyota
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Little Women of Lutz Meeting
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The Little Women of Lutz meet on the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00PM at Nye Park. On August 26 the girls went to the Ronald McDonald House on Davis Island and cooked dinner for the guests. They will also joint the GFWC Lutz/Land O’Lakes Woman’s Club on September 11 in front of the Old Lutz School to wave flags to commemorate the day from 4 – 6PM. Board members pictured during the meeting on August 21 are (from left): Annie Fernandez, Advisor, Maritza Mulkay, Treasurer, Jenna Baggio, Historian, Emily Cantrell, Vice-President, Beth Johnson, Secretary, Christian Nunez, President, Brittany Freedland, Parliamentarian, and Marilyn Wannamaker, Advisor. Advisor Sandy Elmore is in back.
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Centrex at Stonebrier in Lutz
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Scarlett Wysong 6 of Tampa gets a little special attention from face painter Stephanie Wysong of Blair Entertainment at a recent “Summer Sale and BBQ” event hosted by Centex Homes at Stonebrier in Lutz July 29. Stonebrier is located off of Sun Lake Blvd, one mile north of Lutz Lake Fern Road. Sweetgrass at Stonebrier is located in the NE corner of the Stonebrier community. For more information go to StonebrierLutz.com.
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Lutz Night Out
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Deputy Judy Woster of the Hillsborough Sheriff’s Department, Jeanette Marcus is the Lutz Neighborhood Crime Watch coordinator (949-0511), Donnie Stopa of the University Target and J.R. Rote of the Wesley Chapel Target at the Lutz night out August 7.
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57th Annual 4th of July Parade in Lutz & Guv'na
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4594..Trying to perform a precise martial arts demonstration while marching in the Lutz 4th of July parade can be hazardous to your health but this instructor from the ATA Black Belt Academy took one below his black belt and continued the march. 4670…Michele Northrup is the new Guv’na of Lutz. She is being sworn in at the Independence Day Celebration. 4321…Showing their ribbons earned for completing the 1 K Lutz Run on July 4 are Maddie White a 4th grader and Austin White a 5th grader at Sanders Elementary, completing the 5 K Lutz Run are, in back, Justine Hicks and Brittney White, both sophomores at Sickle High School. 4444…Briana Byer 3, of Lutz, Cole Migl 6, of Lutz Elementary, Toby Washburn 5, Walker Washburn 4 and Cloe Tiddale 4, all of Lutz enjoy the 57th Annual 4th of July Parade in Lutz. 4621…Yingyi Xu, with her children Renee 1, Brian 4, and Helen 5, all of Lutz , Cheyene Oney 5, Autumn Young 8 and Brooke Young 10 of Sanders Elementary had fun visiting the booths set up at the 57th Annual 4th of July Parade in Lutz. 4677…Hayley Duckson 4, of Lutz believes that her pony “Pretty Lady” is just about the right size for her at the 57th Annual 4th of July Parade in Lutz. 4652…Grant Sparr 5 of All Kids Academy in Lutz receives a face painting courtesy of Anna Jackson, a teacher at Discovery Point at the 57th Annual 4th of July Parade in Lutz.
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Lutz 4th of July 5K Run Winners
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Photos of this event by Anthony Masella Jr. Lutz
4368…Kattie Horn, a 43 year old from Lutz came in third place in the 40-44 age group with a time of 22:53 in the Lutz Independence Day Run held July 4. 4335… Glenn Ferrall, a 68 year old from Lutz came in third place in the 65-69 age group with a time of 30:04 in the Lutz Independence Day Run held July 4. 4419…Steven Ackart , an 8 year old from Lutz came in first place in the under 9 group with a time of 28:10 in the Lutz Independence Day Run held July 4. 4422… Shem McMurtry, an 12 year old from Lutz came in fifth place in the 10-14 age group with a time of 27:15 in the Lutz Independence Day Run held July 4. 4425…Elizabeth Correa, an 28 year old USF student from Lutz came in first place in the 20-29 age group with a time of 24:33 in the Lutz Independence Day Run held July 4.
Land O’Lakes
4392…Jen Schoppman, a 31 year old from Land O' Lakes came in first place in the 30-34 age group with a time of 22:44 in the Lutz Independence Day Run held July 4. 4343…Carlos Valle, an 56 year old from Land O’Lakes came in third place in the 55-59 age group with a time of 20:05 in the Lutz Independence Day Run held July 4. Felix Soto 4328… Felix Soto, a 17 year old from Land O' Lakes came in first place overall with a time of 15:51 in the Lutz Independence Day Run held July 4. 4410… Morgan Keppel , a 15 year old sophomore from Land O' Lakes HS came in second place overall with a time of 22:57 in the Lutz Independence Day Run held July 4.
Trinity / Odessa
4405… Rachonne Madera, a 23 year old from Odessa came in first place in the 20-24 age group with a time of 22:55 in the Lutz Independence Day Run held July 4. 4331…Frank Van Aken, a 75 year old from Hudson came in first place in the 75-79 age group with a time of 26:13 in the Lutz Independence Day Run held July 4. 4424… Jim Hummel, a 46 year old from Tarpon Springs came in first place in the 45-49 age group with a time of 19:14 in the Lutz Independence Day Run held July 4. 4414…Caitlin Owens, a 14 year old from Odessa came in first place in the 10-14 age group with a time of 24:13 in the Lutz Independence Day Run held July 4. 4330… Mary Ann Protz, a 51 year old from St. Petersburg came in first place in the Female Masters group with a time of 20:26 in the Lutz Independence Day Run held July 4. 4416… Jorge Blanco a 14 year old from Tampa came in second place in the 10-14 age group with a time of 20:22 in the Lutz Independence Day Run held July 4.
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Little
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Sparklebration
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Raising the flag to open up the 4th of July Sparklebration in Dade City are Franklin R. Smith Retired Navy, David Tate VSN Retired, Lee Reynolds Retired Army, Jene Arsenault and the Lady’s Auxiliary of Dade City, Tina Barton, Flo Jones, Ellie Lynch and Wilton Simpson President of the Pasco County Fair Assn (not Pictured).
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Lutz Guv'na Scrapbook Fund
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Lutz, North Tampa 1150….Laurie Grantham (on left), of North Tampa, and Lutz Guv’na candidate Michelle Northrup enjoy a laugh during the fundraising event held at Scrap and Sew on June 22. Participants paid $15 each to come in and create their own Scrapbook Memories (using supplies from Scrap and Sew) to support their favorite candidate. Lutz 1162…The First Lutz Family? Lutz Guv’na Candidate Michelle Northrup brought her family to the Scrap and Sew Fundraiser on June 22. Pictured with her are (from left): sons’ Sebastian, Tommy, and Christian, all students at Learning Gate Community School, and her husband Tom. Northrup wanted to focus attention on local new businesses throughout her campaign. Citrus Park, Odessa 1154…Nelle Lanigan, (on left), of Citrus Park, and Sandy Johnson of Odessa, work on their scrapbook memories project during the fundraising event for Lutz Guv’na Candidate Michelle Northrup held at Scrap and Sew on June 22. Odessa, LOL...1158…Steve Mason, on left, and Cynthia Tykot, both of Odessa, and Stacy Quinones, of Land O’ Lakes, all enjoy working on their scrapbook memory projects during the fundraising event for Lutz Guv’na Candidate Michelle Northrup held at Scrap and Sew on June 22. Lutz, Carrolwood 1146…Tesss Pokorny, owner of Scrap and Sew, proudly displays a quilt she has made at her new store on N. Dale Mabry during the fundraising event for Lutz Guv’na Candidate Michelle Northrup held on June 22. Pokorny also donated 10% of the store proceeds of that day to Michelle’s campaign. Scrap and Sew Inc., is located at 17681 N. Dale Mabry Hwy.in Lutz, and can be reached at: (813) 963-5200 or at www.ScrapandSew.com.
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Phoenix Rising at LA Hang out
Photos of this event by Anthony Masella Jr.
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Phoenix is back after a short hiatus and on top of the Rock n Roll scene with Rick Clark, on rhythm guitar, lead singer Eileen Balzano of Land O’Lakes and on bass, Jim Brown (with Mike Amdur on keyboard and Jay Arce on drums not pictured) Saturday night at the L.A. Hang out in downtown Lutz. The line between the band and their fans becomes blurred when member of the crowd take to the stage like these two in the middle during a June 2nd performance.
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Baldomero State Veterans Nursing Home Receives Silver Star Banner Flags
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Deon Hendricks_3337…The Navy ROTC from Gaither High School performed the Presentation of Colors at the Baldomero Lopez State Veterans Nursing Home on May 1 when they received 28 Silver Star Banners. ROTC members pictured are (from left): Deon Hendricks, Cassie McTeague, Stacey Ward, and Corvin Colini. The Silver Star Banner and Silver Star Flag are given to Wounded Military Heroes or their families. For more information, go to www.silverstarfamilies.org. Francesca Grinnell_3342…Gaither High School’s Francesca Grinnell sang the National Anthem on May 1 at the Baldomero Lopez State Veterans Nursing Home during a ceremony when they were presented with 28 Silver Star Banners. Ponch Vargas_3366…Ponch (Rick) Vargas, of Brandon, who is an Air Force Veteran, volunteered his time to help pass out the 28 Silver Star Banners to residents at the Baldomero Lopez State Veterans Nursing Home in Land O’ Lakes on May 1. The Silver Star Banner and Silver Star Flag are given to Wounded Military Heroes or their families. For more information, go to www.silverstarfamilies.org. Ralph Hobena_3381-p…Ralph Hobena (front row on right), President of the Residents Council at the Baldomero Lopez State Veterans Nursing Home accepts the Silver Star Banner during a ceremony on May 1. Twenty-eight of the banners were given to the residents. He is pictured with his wife Joani Hobena (front row, on left). Also pictured are (back row, from left): Amber Chase, from the Honorable Kevin Ambler’s office, speaker Col. Andrew Verrett, US Army, Susan Poynter, Activities Administrator at the Nursing Home, and Georgeine Marbeiter, National Representative of SSFOA (Silver Star Families of America). For more information, go to www.silverstarfamilies.org.
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Anytime Fitness Gym Opens
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8071… Roger Troupe with 15 month old Raja, wife Sandy with 3 month old Zara take a look around with Anytime Fitness owner Robert White, during a visit to the 24 hour co-ed fitness center. While the concept of a 24 hour gym is not new to our area, the technology certainly is. Members use an electronic key fob to gain access. Infra-red beams detect unauthorized "tailgaters" and inform members and staff. Digital cameras monitor virtually every square inch of the facilities. Wall and necklace-mounted "panic buttons" allow members to contact EMS services in a click, should anything even start to go wrong. 8075…Holly Howroyd is a Nutraceutical Consultant and weight management coach with Joseph Monk, personal trainer for Anytime Fitness. They are located at 1850 Oak Grove Blvd. in Lutz, in the brand new Oak Grove Plaza, across from the Ferman Dealership. Their phone number is 995-9308 if you have any questions.
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Bay Gulf Credit Union Ribbon Cutting in Wesley Chapel
Photos and story of this event by Faith Jordan-Masella of WesleyChapelFLA.com.
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Mary Cluck, of the Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce, presents Bill DeMare, of Bay Gulf Credit Union with a Welcome to the Neighborhood plague during the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the new location of Bay Gulf Credit Union’s New Tampa location on April 26. For more information, go to www.baygulf.com. or call 813-932-1301.
Bill DeMare (center with scissors), of Bay Gulf Credit Union, prepares to cut the ribbon at the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for their new location at 20401 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.. The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce both participated in the event. For more information on Bay Gulf Credit Union, call 813-932-1301 or go to www.baygulf.com. …Showing support for Bay Gulf Credit Union, are (from left): Kathy Dunkley, Executive Director of the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce, Marge Edelman, of AAA Auto Club South, Shelley Nelson Ketchum, of Community News Publications, and Mario D'Avirro, Ambassador for the Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce. They saw the new location for Bay Gulf Credit Union at 20401 Bruce B. Downs Blvd on April 26 at the ribbon cutting. …Sandra Fletcher (from left), of Bay Gulf Credit Union, shows off the new location in New Tampa to Brittany Capelle, Administrative Assistant for the Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce, and Wesley Chapel Honorary Mayor Candidate Martine Duncan, of the Theatre Doctor during the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Bay Gulf Credit Union’s new branch at 20401 Bruce B. Downs Blvd. on April 26.
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Lutz Egg Hunt
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Event: 3/31/2007 Contains: 4 photos 645498
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4L Lions Thrift Sale
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4L Lions Thrift Store ribbon cutting
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Evelyn Clay 9039...The 4L Lions Club held
their ribbon cutting for their new Thrift Store in Lutz with the Central
Pasco Chamber of Commerce on January 11. This new store has hundreds of
items – except clothes and the items are very reasonably priced. All
items are donated –usually from overstock from stores. The
International Association of Lions Clubs was formed in 1917 in Chicago,
Ill. Since then, the Lions have grown to become the world’s largest
Service Organization with more than 1.4 million members of more than
44,833 Clubs throughout the 186 countries and geographical areas of the
world. The association has a strong commitment to community service and
young people. The Lions help others less fortunate in life who would
otherwise be unable to obtain assistance- especially in the areas of
vision and hearing. (One guard dog for the blind costs $40,000). You
can become a member by being sponsored by a dues paying member in good
standing. Membership dues pay for all expenses for administration. All
funds raised from the public are returned to the public in various forms
of assistance and support. The Lions meet twice a month. Pictured are
(from left): Evelyn Clay, Chamber President, Kathy Dunkley, Chamber
Executive Director, and Lions Club Members, Cathy Walton, of Land O’
Lakes, Paul Mattiello, of Lutz, John Carbaugh, of Lutz, Nancy Henry,
Rita Lawrence,
Dennis Walton, Thelma Klinkers, and George Franklin, all of Land O’
Lakes, and Lois Lastinger and Bob Lastinger, of Wesley Chapel. To find
out more about the Thrift Store, or to join The Lions, call 813-235-6309
or go to:
www.lionsclubs.org.
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Junior Girl Scouts Troop #239 Holiday Food Drive at the Lutz Volunteer Fire Hall
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6765...The Junior Girl Scouts Troop #239 presented the Lutz Volunteer Fire Rescue Station 24 with a holiday gift on November 21. The Troop held a Food Drive at the Lutz Elementary School during the week of November 13th. It was an opportunity to give back to our firefighters who volunteer their time to protect our community. Thank you to all the students, teachers and staff who generously contributed to the food drive. Pictured are (front row from left): Elisabeth Derby, Kay Barnley, and Sade Aquil. Middle row (from left): Jana Tripp, Anne Whitaker, Bryce Derby, Noell Keach, Cayley Chippeaux, and Hanna Williamson. Back row (from left): Debra Tripp, Maria Keach, Captain M. Rivera, Driver G. Harshberger, Firefighter S. Duffy, Robin Williamson, Kimberly Derby, Grace Goins, and June Aquil. Scouts not pictured are Faith Danielson, Krystal Karahalios, and Diedre Meers. Photos of this and other events by Faith Jordan-Masella.
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Lutz Taste of Lutz
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Brian Van Winkle and Shael Morgan owner of Rapscallions brought a Caribbean atmosphere to the Taste of Lutz event from the lakeside restaurant located on 4422 Land O’Lakes Blvd. in Land O’Lakes. Debbie Curtis Hopie Smith and Jimmy Curtis manning the chow line that formed at the Hot Rods BBQ Resturaurant in Lutz owned by Rod and Helen Gaudin. Chris Hoxie, owner of Christopher’s Cabinetworks (996-9999), demonstrates the ease of operation and high craftsmanship of his cabinets to Joni Crumpton of Lutz. Brandi McKinney 7th grader at Walker Middle School got help selling high energy chocolate and coffee type goodies at the Taste of Lutz, from her mom Donna McKinney and little brother Aaron 4th grader at Walker, that she hopes will fuel her goal of making the Washington DC Field Trip.
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Lutz Guv'na Race
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Event: 5/18/2006 Contains: 1 photo 20060518-01 406390
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Train Station repair in Lutz
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Event: 2/18/2006
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Grand Opening of
Bay Cities Bank in Lutz
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Event: 2/11/2006 12 photos 20060211-2-330037
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Lutz Patriots and Veterans Day at Baldomero Lopez State Veterans Nursing Home
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Event: 11/11/2005
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Boy Scout Ucita District Camporee
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Event: 11/6/2005
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Fitness America at Gaither Gym
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Event: 10/8/2005
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Dog walk at Lake Park
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Event: 10/19/2005
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Classes Free Family Event at Michaels
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Event: 9/10/2005
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Kids raise funds for Victims of Hurricane Katrina at Michaels
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Event: 9/10/2005
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Oakstead Development Security Expo
by Kate Roberts
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Event: 9/10/2005
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Lutz Civic Guv'na Fund Distribution at Lutz
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Event: 8/18/2005
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July 4th Celebration in Lutz
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Event: 7/4/2005
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Grand Opening JSH Sports in Lutz
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Event: 6/18/2005
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Smokin Hot Rods BBQ Lutz
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Event: 6/18/2005
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2005 Lutz Guv'na Events
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Event: 6/18/2005
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L.A. Hang Out Cycle Night
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Event: 6/16/2005
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JSH Sporting Goods in Lutz
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Event: 6/10/2005
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Pig Birthday at Himes Electric in Lutz
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Event: 5/24/2005
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Kevin Ambler Chat in Lutz
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Event: 5/21/2005
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Civic Planning Meeting in Lutz
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Event: 5/19/2005
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Dedication of Carol Meeker Park in Lutz
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Event: 4/28/2005
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Red hat Lady at Breakfastnook
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Event: 4/27/2005
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Lutz - Land O'Lakes Women's Club
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Event: 4/26/2005
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USF Lions Club at Lutz
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Event: 4/23/2005
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Lutz Patriots welcome home Iraq soldier from Mississippi who came to meet his supporters.
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Event: 3/18/2005
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Eagle Scout Community Center in Lutz
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Event: 1/29/2005
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Rep. Ambler at Gaither High School - there ought to be a law
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Event: 1/5/2005
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Taste of Lutz
The weather looked bad first thing in the morning but turned around by mid morning to give the Taste of Lutz crowd a very nice day.
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Event: 11/13/2004
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18th Annual Reunion of Descendants of Lutz Pioneers
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Event: 10/2/2004
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Lutz Independence Day Parade & New Guv'na
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Event: 7/3/2004
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Lutz Flea Market with 3 Guv'na Candidates
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Event: 6/5/2004
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Cheval Tennis Classic to benefit Morning Star School
For 17 years, this 3 day event brings the best Tennis player in the area together to raise funds for Morning Star School. Morning Star focuses on students that deal with learning disabilities.
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Event: 5/1/2004
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Lutz Bunny Fest Nature Park
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Event: 4/8/2004
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