Palms Magazine

Palms Magazine APRIL 2011

A Community Magazine for

Tampa Palms area Residents

Volume I, Issue 7

AprIl, 2011

Cover PhotoContestSee InSIde

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New Tampa/ wesley Chapel RoTaRy Clubs

8th annual pig Fest, may 14


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This month’s cover photo contest features New Tampa/ Wesley Chapel Rotary Clubs

8th Annual Pig Fest

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Club News

spring events are in the air!“Spring is nature’s way of saying, ‘Let’s Party!’” – Robin Williams

We’ve said goodbye to the chill of winter, now it is time to party in Spring! The season filled with endless reasons to celebrate has officially begun and Tampa Palms Golf and Country Club is the perfect place to host your milestone events. Spring is the time for graduation parties, school banquets, birthday parties, communions, baptisms, baby and bridal showers, anniversary parties, sports team celebrations, and, of course, weddings!

These events are all reasons to gather your friends and family at your Club and recognize these special moments of someone in your life. Let us show your loved ones how much you care with a beautiful celebration in honor of their achievement. We provide gourmet cuisine, gorgeous ambiance, and unbeatable service for an overall seamless event where you and your guests simply arrive, celebrate, and leave us with the rest! Heading outdoors to the pool or the beach for the day? Let us worry about the snacks or picnic basket with our delicious to-go platters and catering services. Swing by the Club on the way to your final destination and pick up what will surely be the highlight of your day!

Your personal party planners, Jeannelle Rossano and Jenny Leland, are just a phone call away from making your milestone event into a magical moment in you and your loved ones’ lives. Call the Club today at 813.972.1991 and ask for extension 603 or 604 for more information and to start planning what will surely be the best party of the year!

In a time and economy where unfortunately the game of golf and in particular may courses and private clubs are struggling, it is good to know

that your neighborhood club, Tampa Palms Golf and Country Club, is actually bucking the trend and growing its Golf Membership! The Club, recognizing the challenging times of the last several years, launched a very aggressive Membership program back in June of 2010. The goal was to increase the number of Golf Members in the Club in a creative way that actually allowed current and new club Members’ dues to be lowered as the Membership grew. The ultimate goal is to reach a golf Membership of 440 by April 15th, 2011. When the goal is achieved all Golf Membership dues will be reduced to the new incredible rates with full-privilege Golf Memberships starting at just $205 per month.

During a recent conversation with Miranda Hilton, Club Membership Director, she was proud to say that the Club grew by a total of 66 Golf Members in the last half of 2010 and is now only 50 Memberships away from their overall Golf Membership goal. If you are considering Club

Membership there has never been a better time to take advantage of this unique opportunity. In addition to golf, your Membership also allows you full access to the tennis and athletic facility, aquatics area, exercise classes, Member rates on after-school child care services and summer camps as well as specialty Member pricing for our luxuri-ous 25 hotel suites.

Along with your home club privileges at Tampa Palms, as part of the ClubCorp family, you can also enjoy the Tampa Bay Society of Clubs, Cross Bay Membership, which gives you full access privileges at the other three ClubCorp country clubs in the bay area and Signature Gold, which is exclusive access to the entire network of more than 160 ClubCorp Clubs from coast to coast.

With only 50 Golf Memberships remaining we expect to sell out quickly, so if you are interested in becoming a Member of the Tampa Palms Country Club family please contact Miranda Hilton at 813-972-1991.

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spaservicesBeautiful Skin at The Spa

Beautiful skin begins with healthy skin. To maintain and improve the health of your skin, an effective, professional cosmoceutical skincare plan is imperative.

Over the counter products only treat the surface layer of the skin. Optimal skin health is achieved by reaching live tissue. Our professional skincare products work at the cellular level to diminish fine lines, fade sun damage, increase hydration and promote cellular turnover, which will create more youthful looking skin.

To schedule a facial treatment or consultation to begin a home care treatment plan, call the TAC at 632-1676 or our esthetician Paula at 416-5677.

Spring Sunless Tan SpecialYou’ve been working hard on getting your body into shape for spring, now add the finishing touch with a healthy sunless tan. Healthy Tan works naturally with your body’s amino acids and adds more color with each

application. During the month of April our spray tans will be offered for the discount price of only $20 per application! This is $10 off of the regular price and $5 off the lowest package price! Take advantage of this fantastic deal today and get yourself ready for swimsuit season with your own healthy tan!

Please call the TAC to schedule your Healthy Tan, 632-1676.

Massage TherapyPlease join me in giving a fond farewell to our long time Massage Therapist, Rick Burgess as he retires from Massage Therapy! Rick was with Tampa Palms for approximately 10 years and has performed hundreds of massages for our Members and Guests. Rick will be missed! In addition to Yolanda Brown, who joined the club last year, we would now like to welcome Daryl Thompson to the Massage Therapy team!

Daryl E. Thompson LMT NCTMBDaryl Thompson is certified by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. He is licensed by the Florida Department of Health’s Board of Massage Therapy. Daryl has been in Tampa and in nursing related fields

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for over twenty years with six of those in massage therapy. He is certified in many modalities including Swedish massage, deep tissue, kinetic massage, therapeutic touch and energy work as a Reiki Master.

As a licensed massage therapist, Daryl aims to help his client’s body in the healing process by incorporating various modalities into his sessions depending on the clients needs and desires. He works with a wide variety of ailments, clients who need relief from their stressful lives and athletes who want their muscles to perform better.

Daryl is looking forward to meeting and working with everyone at the Tampa Palms Golf and Country Club

Deep Tissue/Sports Massage Spring SpecialSpring sports got you in a knot? The Tampa Palms Spa offers a variety of massage treatments including Deep Tissue and Sports Massage. During the month of April, our specialty massages will be offered at our regular Swedish Massage price of $70 per hour. Please contact the Tennis and Athletic Center for your appointment today!

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youthprogramsSpring Break CampFriday, April 22, Monday, April 25 through Friday, April 29

Join us for a Spring Break full of fun and activity! Campers will have the opportunity to participate in tennis, swimming, daily arts and crafts projects, and a variety of indoor and outdoor games. Each day will have a new theme to keep the camp activities fun and exciting for your child. Snack will be provided and is included. Lunch can be brought bagged and labeled, or purchased off our special camper’s café menu for $5 per day.

Good Friday- easter egg-stravaganza!Monday- superheroes and FairytalesTuesday- Mad scienceWednesday- wild and Wacky WednesdayThursday- sports DayFriday- pajama party Day

9am-3pm $35.00 Members, $45 Guests8am-6:30pm $45.00 Members, $55 Guests

Sign up for the entire Spring Break (5 or 6 days) and get 1day free!$175 Members/ $225 Guests per child regular hours$225 Members/ $275 Guests per child extended hoursRegularly enrolled after school campers take 25% off of spring break camp tuition!

aquaticsTampa Palms Swim Team Information

Swim Team Summer League is around the corner! This time of year our swim team will be preparing our developmental and intermediate level swimmers to prepare for the upcoming Tampa Swim League season. For the second season, we have joined with other area clubs to make up the Tampa Swim League. This League is geared to offering more local and developmental meets for our swimmers. If your child has ever contemplated swimming, now is the perfect time to get them in the water and swimming in some fun area meets!

Our swim team practice schedule is as follows:

Beginners/Developmental Mon-Fri 3:30-4:15pmIntermediate Mon-Fri 3:30-4:45pmAdvanced/CompetitiveMon-Fri 4:45-7:15pm, Sat 10:00am-12:00pm


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GOLF TIp oF The moNTh

From New Golf Head Pro Jeff Anderson PGA

How can I hit the ball further?

There is one question that comes up in most golf discussions: “How can I hit the ball further? “well, as much as the golf industry and my peers in the instruction side of the game want you to believe, it is very simple. There is one important aspect in creating efficient distance – with control.

In order to maximize every aspect that goes into a golf swing, you must hit the ball squarely on the clubface. For most players, getting the clubface squared on the back of the ball is either an accident – or a miracle. regardless of whether you have a clubhead speed of more than 100 miles per hour, or one that is less than 50 miles per hour, it is

important that you learn how to control the club face with every club in your bag.

Drill: In order to have better clubface control, you need to start with the shortest of strokes - the putting stroke - and practice squaring the club face on the ball at impact.

start by drawing a line around the ball, and then on a flat putting green or surface, set the ball down with the line straight up and down and practice “rolling” the ball 8-10 feet so that the line remains constant throughout its roll. You cannot achieve a straight line with anything less than square contact of the face on the back of the ball. Once you have mastered rolling ball properly from 8-10 feet, increase the distance, then begin to work on squaring the clubface with chip shots with a 6- or 7-iron, then pitch shots, then eventually full shots.

Swim LessonsTampa Palms will once again be offering our American Red Cross Learn to Swim program. The lessons are available for all skill levels for various ages and abilities. The lessons will be taught by our own Red Cross Certified Water Safety Instructors. Small group and private swim lessons are available.

Minnows (ages 2-4) Water exploration program that will focus on the following skills:• Fully submerge face in water• Front and back float with support• Kicking on front and back with

support• Enter and exit the water

independently• Float on front and back

unsupported• Swim on front and back for 5

yards without assistance• Retrieve objects under water

chest deep

Rays (ages 5-7) Stroke readiness and development program that will focus on the following skills:• Freestyle and backstroke • Jump into deep water• Bobs in water over child’s head• Deep water bobs• Standing dive from side of

pool• Breaststroke and sidestroke

kick with kickboard

Sharks (ages 8 and up) Stroke refinement and proficiency program designed for swim team readiness:• Freestyle and backstroke from

50-100 yards (technique)• Breaststroke and sidestroke

25-50 yards (technique)• Butterfly 10-25 yards

(technique)• Flip turns (technique)• Treading water for up to 5

minutes (stamina)• Swimming continuously for

500 yards using any stroke (stamina)

For additional information on the

Aquatics programming, please contact the Tampa Palms Tennis and Athletic Center at 632-1676._____________________________

TennisTennis Spring Break Camp April 25th-29th from 9AM-1:30PM. Cost is $150.00 for members, $180.00 for non-members. Day only cost is $35.00 for members, and $45.00 for non-members. Lunch is an additional $5.00 per person. Sign up at the Pro Shop. 813-632-1676._____________________________

member events Member at Tampa Palms enjoy the following social events in March

You are invited to “A Royal Blue Evening” Presented by The House of CastelloThursday, April 14th6:30pm cocktail reception, 7:00 pm dinner, $34.95++ per personA dining extravaganza featuring award-winning Castello Blue Cheese. Proceeds from the event will benefit the 2011 ClubCorp Charity Classic and our local charity “ The New Tampa Rotary Breakfast Club”. Join the festivities as Cooking Light magazine’s Executive Chef Billy Strynkowski demonstrates and serves a 4-course menu featuring Castello Blue Cheese. Known for his showmanship as well as his culinary talents, Chef Billy has created a special menu celebrating Castello blue cheese, winner of 33 worldwide awards for taste and quality. As diners are served, Billy demonstrates how to replicate the results for their own festive occasions. Special prizes and drawings add to the excitement, making this a truly magical evening and event not to be missed.

Reservations are required at 813-972-1991. Dress code applies.


upcoming programs scheduleOur regular weekly club breakfast meetings are held on Friday mornings at 7:00 AM at the Tampa palms Golf and Country Club, 5811 Tampa palms blvd. Our schedule for future club and District events, their dates, meeting times and speakers is listed below.

April 1, 2011 - pamela Jo Hatley, banjo player extraor-dinaire

How the Banjo changedAmerica

April 8, 2011 - ron Hurst, Former Illinois legislator and Fortune 100 Company lobbyist.

Confessions of a Lobbyist

April 15, 2011 – Vivian Fialllo, Freedom H.s. College and Career Counselor

“I Feel the Need to Read” Program

April 22, 2011Tsila Kirsh, phD, Clinical psychologist

Marriage? With Children?

April 29, 2011Jeanine Fuentes,Outreach & physician relations Coordinator

Update on Shriners Hospital for Children

rOTArY News

New Tampa & wesley Chapel Clubs hold a “Kickoff” party for the upcoming Rotary pig Fest

Rotarians from New Tampa and Wesley Chapel clubs met at the Holiday Inn Ex-press at Highwoods Preserve on March

9, 2011 for a formal “kickoff” planning event for the upcoming 8th Annual Rotary Pig Fest on May 14, 2011. New Tampa President Gary Gunter welcomed the group and shared the new features of this year’s event. A lowered ticket price was the top of the list. This year’s price for admission and dinner will be $20 and children under 12 with a paying adult are admitted free! Mr. Gunter intro-duced the event co-chairs, Robert Garafano and Peter Gambacorta and also introduced this year’s event sponsors. Newly added features include: a classic car show, food and business vendors, pie

eating contest, cheerleading contest, martial arts demonstration, and much more! An extensive entertainment program will include: The Bob Thompson Band; Blues performance by Pasco Lefty; the Wharton High School Jazz Band. Co-Chairs Garafano and Gambacorta asked for help from the club members to solicit more pig roast-ing teams and business and food vendors. Will the winner of the pig roasting competition be 5 time winner, Sir Pigs A Lot and the Knights of the Holy Grill? Or will it be a new challenger? Come and taste for yourself!

For more information visit our website: www.ro-tarypigfest.com.


Insurances AcceptedVSP, VCP, EyeMed, CompBenefits, Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Health, TriCare

and AvMed

Dr. Robert E. Luckey is a board certified Optometric Physician. He is a proud graduate of Nova South-eastern University .Prior to Dr. Luckey’s career as an Optometric Physician, he served in the U.S. Military for fourteen years.

He is an active member of the American Optometric Association (AOA), the Florida Optometric Association (FOA), and is currently the President of the Hillsborough Society of Optometrists (HSO).

Dr. Robert E. LuckeyBoard Certified Optometric Physician

Luckey EyeCare, 27340 Cashford Circle, Suite 102, Wesley Chapel, FL 33544

Office: 866-4004 Fax: 866-4005 www.luckeyecare.com

(Conveniently located behind Sam’s Club in the Summergate Professional Center)

Specializing in:• Primary Care Optometric (pediatric starting at 6 months and adult)

• Computer Vision Syndrome • LASIK Consultations • Contact Lens Fittings • Allergies and Dry Eye Therapy • Medical• Emergency Medical Care

Luckey EyeCare Premium EyeCare and Dry Eye Center

Of North TampaBringing “Old Fashioned” Patient Care to the Wesley Chapel Area!

Outstanding patient care, largest selection of frames in Wesley Chapel … such as Dolce & Gabana, Gucci, Adidas, Burberry, Dior, Vogue, Juicy Couture, Menizzi, Silhouettes, Costa Del Mar, Wiley X, Versace, etc.


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Saddlebrook resort joins the elite niche in the world of cosmetic skin care.

Our new facials offer an Oxygen Infused delivery system of hyaluronic acid,

providing instant results. Hailed by celebrity estheticians,

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“There is no other non-surgical product in the world today that provides a better result in less than an hour.”

General meeting april 7th Ginny Welch announced that Frank Gesner will be giving our April program. He will be speaking about and showing examples of an-tique jewelry. He will also do some informal appraisals of antique jewelry belonging to our members. He has a store, Gesner Fine Art Es-tate Jewelry at 252 Westshore Plaza.

membeRshIp INFoWe have two new members which brings our current membership to 82. Welcome Roberta Buckle [email protected] Betz [email protected]

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FashIoN show Preparation: we would like to collect items for the raffle and the live auction. Suggested raffle items include restaurant gift certificates and something new and nice you have that you have no need for, etc. For the live auction. Some-thing special with a value over $100.

happy bIRThDay wIshesAprIl1st Meg Collins11th Cookie Jackfert15th phyllis lamb18th sarwar soofi25th bernice povlickMAY15th Vivian Mahon20th Thelma Healy22nd brenda simpson30th rachael sullivan_____________________________

GeT well wIshesWe send our get well wishes to Willa Smith as she recuperates from an auto accident._____________________________

We are looking for a host for our September 15 Brunch. The host provides her home but all food is brought by members. A committee comes at your convenience to do all needed set ups and extra seat-ing. Please contact Anita Hampson Dana Sroufe if you can provide a place.

meeting time & dates: april 7 General Meeting - 10:00 social, 10:30 meeting

april 14 Fashion show Tampa

palms Country Club

may 5 General Meeting - 10:00

social, 10:30 meeting

may 19 Activity

June 2 TpwC pOTluCK, 11:00 am suMMer reCess

september 1 General Meeting -

10:00 social, 10:30 meeting

september 15 MeMbersHIp bruNCH

october 6 General Meeting - 10:00 social, 10:30 meeting

october 15 & 16 Craft Fair

october 20 Activity


busINess spOTlIGHT

paverWorks, a long established local fam-ily owned business, has consistently been one of the preeminent paver installation

companies in the Tampa area for the past 15 years. During this span, PaverWorks has installed over 1,500 residential and commercial projects without a single blemish to it’s BBB rating. In addition, Pav-erWorks remains the top 5-star rated paver instal-lation company by both ServiceMagic and Tampa Home Services Review Guide. These accolades are testament to PaverWorks attention to detail and its emphasis on customer satisfaction as its’ number one priority. They achieve high customer satisfaction by understanding and sharing in their customer’s vi-sion, recommending the best options based on their extensive experience, consulting with the customer throughout the process, and ultimately delivering a consistently outstanding product.

Many owners of the more established Tampa paver manufacturer companies, certainly familiar with the various paver installation companies, have person-

ally requested PaverWorks perform paver instal-lations at their own residences. They are confident that PaverWorks proven, top quality track record, provides the greatest value. They understand that a PaverWorks customer can expect the project to prog-ress in a prompt, reliable timeline. The job site is maintained in a highly professional manner, with some of the best paver cutters in the area working to ensure a beautifully finished prod-uct that will transform your property.

PaverWorks has extensive experience with pavers, travertine, flagstone, retaining and free standing walls, integrated light fixtures, and firepits. They also offer the added conve-nience of an All-In-One pool deck remodeling service, with the ability to provide pool inte-rior surface remodeling, pool deck resurfacing, pool screen construction and paver sealing.

PaverWorks is the only paver company in the Tampa area that does not ask for a down pay-

ment up front. The customer pays a down payment only when the material is actually delivered on-site PaverWorks is licensed, bonded, and insured, and is a veteran-owned business.

Please visit their website at www.paverworks.com to view their quality workmanship. Multiple local references are available upon request. If your dream is to transform your property into a beautiful area, please contact PaverWorks for a free estimate at 813/ 299-6136. v

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sCHOOl News

Tampa palmselementary school6100 Tampa palms blvd. Tampa, Fl 33647, 975-7390tampapalms.mysdhc.orgHome of the eagles.

Way to Go!The following seven students were selected to represent Tampa Palms on the All County Chorus: Lea Bad-doura, Laura De Sousa, Destani Jack-son, Emma Paschal, Hannah Paschal, Rosa Refaee, and Cristina Vidal.

Additionally, fourteen of our Strings students made the All County orchestra: Alex Balmaseda, Andrew Balmaseda, Anthony Ferrara, Ashley Edwards, Brooke Benson, Eliza-beth Barber, Eugenia Kim, Govind Srikanth, Jeremiah Pragas, Kellyn Trowse, Lucy Liu, Monroe Parks, Sloane Nerich-Sage, and Sricharan Pusala.

A huge round of applause and thanks goes to our amazing musical director Ms. Walsh! Tampa Palms is very blessed to have Ms. Walsh as our Strings and Choral Director!Special Olympians Shine

A very special congratulations to the following students for their participa-tion in the Special Olympics on March 5th at the University of South Florida: Jacob Rudes and Jesus Coats. A big thank you to our coach-Ms. Tara Heflin. Thank you also to our wonderful PTA for purchasing the

adorable shirts for our athletics to wear at the Special Olympics.

Safety PatrolsCongratulations to our 4th grading period Safety Patrol officers and crew. Our officers are: Captain- Rosa Refaee, Lieutenant-Alden Cochran, Sergeant-Kyra Okin, and Sergeant-Aidan Carney. Our Safety Patrol Crew for the 4th grading period is: Jacob Choronenko, Kareema Wright, Rishal Shrestha, Sloane Nerich-Sage, Connor Price, and Alexa Solano. We are very thankful of the service and contributions to our school of all of our safety patrols.

Volunteer SocialWe would like to warmly invite all of our volunteers to attend the annual Volunteer Social on Wednesday, May 18th at the Media Center at 8:30am. We hope all of our wonderful volun-teers will be able to attend.

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Freedom high school17410 Commerce park blvd, Tampa, Fl 33647, 558-1185freedom.mysdhc.org

Upcoming College ProgramsStudent Financial Aid & Tax Help Workshop(hosted by US Representative Kathy Castor)Saturday, 3/19, 10 a.m. – noonHCC Dale Mabry Campus

Florida Southern College

Admission ReceptionSunday, 3/20, 2:30 p.m.Tampa Yacht and Country Club

Brewster Technical Center Open HouseThursday, 3/24, 5-8 p.m.Brewster, 2222 N. Tampa St.FSU Virtual TourWednesday and Thursday, 3/24-2510 a.m.-9 p.m., collegeweeklive.com

USF Admissions Events-Access USF, Saturday, 3/26.For first generation students, register at usf.edu/AccessUSF.-USF Scholars Showcase, Friday, 4/1.For academically talented students, register at www.usf.edu/USFSS.-Stampede To Success, Saturday, 4/2.For families, register at www.usf.edu/Stampede.

HCC ToursThursday, 4/14, and Tuesday, 4/26, 3:30 p.m.Dale Mabry CampusContact [email protected]

Get ready for April Pools DayCome and share a special afternoonat the 1st April Pools Day Festival Promoting Water SafetyFriday, 4/1. 4 – 6:30 p.m. at the New Tampa YMCA.

Join students from Freedom as they share hands-on activities for families to learn how to have fun and be safe in the water. Activities include a rescue demonstration, 911 training for chil-dren, a fire truck display, a water safety puppet show, and arts and crafts. The event is free and open to the commu-nity. Don’t Miss Out. Join us!

Important Senior Dates:4/9: Senior Prom (at Lowry Park

Zoo, tickets: on sale for $60 until Friday, 3/25)5/6: Grad Bash to Universal Studios6/1: Last day of school for seniors/Senior Send-Off6/4: Graduation rehearsal, 3 p.m., Florida State Fairgrounds6/8: Graduation, 4:30 p.m., Florida State Fairgrounds

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Chiles elementaryschool16541 Tampa palms blvd. w., Tampa, Fl 33647, 558-5422chiles.mysdhc.orgHome of the Falcons.

5th Grade parents!Graduation is around the corner!!! Janelle McCarty and Wendy Tiller are actively working towards the produc-tion of the 5th Grade Memory Book. They need your help! Please submit any special photos from this year’s 5th grade school days and events to [email protected].

April 1st Pasta Dinner & Auction

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liberty middleschool17400 Commerce park blvd, Tampa, Fl 33647, 558-1180liberty.mysdhc.orgHome of the eagles.

DRY IN 1 HOUR!No Sticky Residue • Environmentally Friendly

Prompt & Reliable

Carpet • Upholstery • Hardwood • Tile & Grout

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ReGulaR meeTINGs:lunch:

Second Monday of each month, noon at Pebble Creek Golf Club, 10550 Regents Park Dr., Tampa, FL 33647. $15 members/$20 non-members.

Networking on the 9’s: fourth Wednesday of each month, 3 p.m. at Pebble Creek Golf Club, 10550 Regents Park Dr., Tampa, FL 33647. $15 greens fee.

Networking: Last Thursday of each month, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Stonewood Grill, 17050 Palm Point Dr., Tampa, FL 33647. Free for members and prospective members.

please rsVp for ANY of our events at www.NewTampaChamber.org.

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I have a simple question for you—how many calories does one need to eat to lose weight?

That does sound like a simple question, and I could give you a simple answer, but it might not be all that accurate. It would be easy to say that the average female should take in about 1200-1500 calories to lose weight, and maybe 1800-2100 for males, but that doesn’t mean that these numbers will necessarily work for you! The ability to lose weight depends on a number of variables, including your resting metabolic rate, your activity level (both general daily activities and exercise), and even the calories you burn while digesting food. These all factor into the expenditure side of the energy balance equation, which then helps to determine the intake side as well. If you want the best and most accurate calorie estimate, you need to take a personal inventory. Talk to a trainer about getting your resting metabolic rate tested, and then have him/ her determine how many calories you expend each day. This will go a long way to establishing a recommended calorie level for weight loss. Good luck!

I’m smack-dab in the middle of menopause and, as expected, I seem to be gaining weight.

However, the weight seems to be finding its way to my mid-sec-tion, which is odd for me person-ally. Any logical explanation?

You might not want to hear this, but yes, there is a logical explanation. As you’re probably aware, many women seem prone to gaining weight in their hip and butt areas. Part of the reason that weight ac-cumulates in these areas is because of the effect that estrogen has on the body. However, as you reach your menopausal years, your estrogen levels drop. As a result, the ratio of estrogen to testosterone drops as well, and, low and behold, you end up storing that extra weight where men tend to gain their weight—specifically the mid-section. I’m sure you’re not all that thrilled to hear this, but it’s just a fact of life. Naturally, most women want to know what they can do about it, but aside from preventing weight gain in the first place (which can be difficult), there isn’t much you can do. Just be diligent with your diet and exercise as you approach menopause, and try to accept the age-related changes that all of our bodies go through.

About the author: Mary Jo Hensley is theclub owner at Anytime Fitness in Wesley Chapel. To submit a question for future articles, please con-tact the author at [email protected].

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Appointment Salon are teaming up for the “Senior to Watch in 2011/2012 Award”.

To enter submit a short essay telling us why you, or someone you know is the “Senior to Watch” in the 2011/2012 school year. Tell us things like; what you are most looking forward to about your senior year of high school, how you plan to be involved in your community, and what your plans are after you graduate. In order to qualify for this contest you must live in Tampa Palms and you must be an incoming 2011/2012 senior. Graduate class of 2012!

The winner will receive a full 1 to 2 hour photography session at the location of their choice, multiple outfit changes, and a full makeover by Divine Appointment Salon, complete with a haircut, color/

highlight, style, and make up application (for the ladies), the day of your session. The entire package is valued at $399!!!

In addition to the senior portrait session with Kymberly Boswell Photography and the make-over with Divine Appointment Salon the winning senior will be featured on the cover of the August “back to school” issue of Palms Magazine and will have a Q&A article inside.

When submitting please include your name, address, and phone number. Submit entries by email to: [email protected], please put “Senior to Watch Contest” in subject line. For more info on photography or salon care please visit Kymberly Boswell Photography at www.kymberlyboswell.com, or call Divine Appointment Salon at 813.695.2412

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When Rachel Carlson, resident of Tampa Palms, needed community service hours for high school, she

knew that she wanted to volunteer with animals. She just loves them, but the Humane Society wouldn’t let her volunteer with them. Then her mom, Dianne reminded her of the all-volunteer rescue group at the Petsmart by BJ’s where they had adopted their cat over a year ago. Cat Crusaders a 501(c)(3) not for profit, was happy to have Rachel become a volunteer with them, and now Rachel is on the kennelling sched-ule where she is responsible during her volunteer hours for cleaning the adoption center at Petsmart in New Tampa, by Bruce B Downs and 75, next to BJ’s. Cat Crusaders does adoptions there 7 days a week. Of course, Cat Crusaders provided the training and the schedule is set a month at a time, so that everyone can volunteer as much or as little

as they’d like for the month. While the adoption center is kenneled 7 days a week, the busiest times are on the weekends, and Rachel helps Cat Cru-saders every other Sunday, by showing cats and kittens to interested people who might adopt these wonderful, fully-vetted, healthy, litter box trained, indoor-only cats. She helps with adoptions, talks with people and the best part, she gets to love the cats and kittens!

Take for example, the cat Rachel is holding in the picture, Nala. Nala was rescued by Cat Crusad-ers from animal services with her young kittens 6 weeks ago. A foster family raised them until the kittens were 8 weeks old and big enough to be fixed and fully vetted. Only fully vetted kitties go up for adoption with Cat Crusaders. Rachel enjoyed volunteering so much, she got her mom involved, and now their family fosters a cat or kit-ten that needs a break from the store.

The rescue is always looking for volunteers, entire families can participate together, and students can get service hours by helping out. There are many things to do from kenneling the adoption center, to helping with adoptions, to fostering a cat, providing them a temporary home until we find a forever home. There’s even fundraising for those who are allergic but still want to help out.

For more information, www.tampacatcrusaders.org or call (813)472-9700.

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