Most U.S. presidents have sworn on a Bible of their choosing when taking the oath of office. However, it’s not required, as John Adams, the 2nd president of the United States, didn’t swear on the Bible for his inauguration but … Continue reading Why Was The Bible Used To Swear In The U.S. Supreme Court Justice?
September is National Preparedness Month, a timely reminder of the importance of personal preparedness. Just last year we experienced an unprecedented season of disasters, including right here in Florida where many were impacted by Hurricane Irma. Fortunately, the Red Cross … Continue reading September is National Preparedness Month: Are You Red Cross Ready?
Uniting the country with food & performances from 36 cultural groups at St. Petersburg’s Vinoy Park SPIFFS 44th Annual International Folk Fair will be held from October 25 – 28, 2018 at Vinoy Park in downtown St. Petersburg, FL. The … Continue reading 44th Annual International Folk Fair
By Karen McBride Cheyenne’s Country Thangs is a one stop shop for all your grocery needs. Local honey, organic fruits and vegetables, and even locally made organic body lotions and scrubs can be found at the family-owned store. Fresh baked … Continue reading Cheyenne’s Country Thangs
Dr. Douglas Wingate, Ph.D. Life Christian University In addition to our weekly healing services here at the Main Campus of Life Christian University, the Lord has blessed me with the opportunity to conduct a few healing revivals this summer. As … Continue reading What Every Christian Should Know
Orchid Expo Show & Sale Saturday September 29th from 10:00am to 4:00pm and Sunday, September 30th from 10:00am to 3:00pm at USF Botanical Gardens, 12210 USF Pine Drive in Tampa. Thousands of orchids for sale by multiple vendors and orchid supplies will also be available. Awarded orchids will also be on display. Admission is $5.00. Visit tampaorchidclub.shutterfly.com. Continue reading Tampa Orchid Club
Please join Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School, a Catholic, college-prep high school, for an Open House on Sunday, September 30, 2018 at 1pm. Everyone is welcome. Come tour the school and grounds, learn about the wonderful academic, athletic and extracurricular opportunities available at the school and meet the Principal, teachers and coaches. Bishop is located at 13651 Hays Rd, Spring Hill 34610. For more information contact Beth Sylvester, Director of Marketing and Advancement, at beth.sylvester@bmchs.com or by phone at (727) 857-2600 Ext. 244. Continue reading A+ High School to Host Open House
Join the vibrant ladies of Women-n-Charge on Friday, September 7th from 11:15am-1:15pm at Plantation Palms Golf Club (23253 Plantation Palms Blvd., Land O’ Lakes, FL 34639). The meeting includes lunch, a presentation, and time to network. We share our talents, build relationships, and share our resources with other women in business. Please note the change in meeting costs and RSVP dates! The cost is $15 for members and $18 for guests who RSVP by Monday prior to the meeting. Tuesday and after, the cost is $20 for members and $23 for guests. Please register at http://www.women-n-charge.com/meetings. For more information or … Continue reading Women-n-Charge
A Senior American Dance Club 5601 Hanley Road, Tampa, Florida 33634. Music to the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, Latin & Country. BYOB type of club, snacks & set ups available. Everyone is welcome, dress code is causal Admission cost: Non-member $12.00. Every Friday. All Dances. Doors Open at 7pm. Dances start at 7:30pm until 10:30pm. September Schedule of bands found at: www.tampabaydanceclub.com. Continue reading Tampa Bay Dance Club
Forest Hills Presbyterian Church crafters will have a garage sale with miscellaneous items from 7:30am to 2pm Friday, Sept. 14, and Saturday, Sept. 15, at 3320 Schefflera Road. The garage sale provides funds for materials for the annual holiday bazaar, set for Oct. 20 at the church at 709 W Linebaugh Ave. Bazaar proceeds are returned to the community with grants to non-profit organizations. For information, call (813) 932-6149. Continue reading Garage Sale to Fund Holiday Bazaar
Grace Lutheran Church at Carrollwood is presenting “An Afternoon with the Classics” on Sunday, September 30, 2018 at 4:00pm. The free concert features the USF Brass Quintet with Jay Coble and Aric Brian on trumpet, Richard Sparrow on horn, Tom Brantley, trombone and Jim Hall, bass trombone and is well known in the Tampa Bay area. Also performing are Lisa Katt Watson, soprano, and James Sawyers, Jr., organist. The program will feature works by Bach, Brahms, Bruckner, Campra, Caccini, Handel, Holst, Howells, Praetorius and Reger. The program is funded through the “Faith in the Arts” Endowment Fund. A free will … Continue reading Concert at Grace Lutheran Church
Dr. Robert Norman, Clinical Professor, Dermatology, Nova Southeastern University Photo caption: Love vine along the Hillsborough River. Photo by Robert Norman. You are exploring in Florida and you see this yellow-orange plant. What is it? What is its range? Is … Continue reading The Great Florida Outdoors: Love Vine
Networking Simplicity is a faith-based networking group of like-minded professionals gathered to support and help each other build their businesses out in the community. It is seat-specific and meets the 1st and the 3rd Tuesday of each month from August through May at Chicken Salad Chick located on 2790 E Fowler Ave Tampa, FL 33612. Open networking at 11:30am and meeting from 12pm- 1pm. August 7th is the very first meeting. Please call Sandi Pollpeter 813-484-4064 or Marla Adams 813-335-1449 for more information. Continue reading Networking Simplicity
By Karen McBride The Well is a women’s Bible study and training ministry. Women from all denominations learn and grow in their personal walk with God with opportunities to develop leadership skills through Bible study and mentoring. Susie Walther, president and founder of The Well, began the ministry with the goal of “helping women not only become disciples of Jesus Christ, but also to train them to go and make disciples within their churches and communities,” said Walther. The Well has outgrown its central location for hosting Bible studies and is looking for new accommodations to meet their needs. As … Continue reading The Well – A Women’s Training Ministry
By Karen McBride Don Julio’s uses the freshest ingredients for its authentic Mexican cuisine. Specialties like Pollo a la Plancha (grilled chicken cooked with onions and peppers) and Bistec Ranchero (sauteed steak cooked with tomatoes, onions, and serrano peppers) melt … Continue reading Family Bringing Authentic Mexican Flavor to Tampa
James H. Willis, III Founder and President The Willis Agency, Inc 813-948-9109 Jim@TheWillisAgency.com www.TheWillisAgency.com 1 Peter 5:7 Okay, Okay, so most of your kids are grown, I got that! And so are mine. FYI, 28% of seniors are still subsidizing … Continue reading Helping Your Kids Master Their Money
Photo caption: Mrs. Edwina R. Kraemer at 2018 WEDU Awards Ceremony GFWC Lutz-Land O’Lakes Woman’s Club is in mourning over the recent passing of its past President Edwina R. Kraemer. Mrs. Kraemer is well-known throughout the community as a long-time … Continue reading GFWC Mourns Past President
“How on EARTH Did I Get Here?” is a true story about Jim’s early life and the transformation through the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit with God being given all the glory. You can order a copy at jimwillisbooks.com. Continue reading Jim Willis Book Launch A Huge Success
Samantha Taylor Samantha Taylor Fitness Life is all about choices. We can choose to take care of our health or we can choose not to. I know most of us weren’t taught by our family what being healthy and fit … Continue reading Life is About Choices
Keith Chandler, Journey Christian Church Jesus redefines greatness. He gives us a new picture. He says, “Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of God. So anyone who becomes as humble as this little child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.” —Matthew 18:3-4 THAT’S what greatness looks like. So, I just want to help us in taking the first step in applying this to our life. I want to ask a question and it is this: How can I serve you? When we begin to ask this … Continue reading Encountering the Real Jesus:How Can I Serve You?