Bloomindale/Fishhawk Edition

Gymboree Moves Into Stein Mart Plaza.

Gymboree is now open adjacent to Stein Mart in the Lithia Crossing shopping center on Bloomingdale Ave. and Lithia Pinecrest Rd.

Gymboree creates developmental play, music and arts classes for parents and children ages newborn to five. The programs are based on a blend of early childhood development theories and more than 26 years of hands-on experience.

Owner Denise Darr has four Gymboree franchise locations and she and manager Elizabeth Mora are excited about the new location in Valrico.

Darr says aside from the great physical location, the area also is filled with children and the new set up is more "user-friendly." The music room will be up front and passersby will be able to see music, art and play programs through the large front windows. "This is a great plaza," she adds.

Hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday and 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday. Birthday parties can be held on-site on Saturdays and Sundays. For more details, call 653-1700 or visit www.gymboree.com.

BigFeetLittleFeet Will Open In Time For Back-To-School

BigFeetLittleFeet owners Meredith Onderko and Kim Bailey plan to open their new specialty family shoe store on Saturday, July 1 in Lithia Crossing.

BigFeetLittleFeet, a full-service children's shoe store, will carry a full line of athletic, casual and specialty shoes. Expect to find name brands including New Balance, Birkenstock, Stride Rite, TEVA, Born and Skechers, plus special orders will be available.

This is the second store for Onderko and Bailey. The pair opened the first BigFeetLittleFeet in New Tampa in 2004 and is proud to specialize in hard-to-find sizes in narrow or extra width from top name brands.

The store will offer a child-friendly environment and be staffed with certified fit specialists to assure that the children are properly sized in both length and width

Store hours are set for Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sunday 12 Noon-5 p.m. Visit www.bigfeetlittlefeet.com or call 661-3422 to find out more.

Consignment Shop Focuses On Teens

Lora's Thrift Avenue II owner Lora Tucker recently opened Flip Flop Teen Swap teen consignment shop in the building next door to her existing consignment shop on the northwest corner of Bloomingdale Ave. and Lithia Pinecrest Rd.

At the newly opened store, shoppers will find clothing in girls' size 10 through all juniors' sizes, plus purses, shoes, belts, handbags, accessories and more.

"I've wanted to do this for a long time," says Tucker, adding that for the summer, her twin daughters Jennifer and Jessica Kelb, age 15, are running he store.

No appointments are necessary to bring in consignment items. Items should be brought to Lora's Thrift Avenue II. Items are kept for 90 days and when sold, the cost is split 50/50 between the store and the consignor.

Hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday. For more details, call 657-4030.

La Cubanita Opens In Royal Oaks

La Cubanita is now serving all of your Cuban favorites including café con leche, Cuban toast, boliche and baked chicken its newly opened location in the Winn-Dixie-anchored Royal Oaks shopping center.

The 1,400 sq. ft. cafeteria-style restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in a Mediterranean-style atmosphere.

This is the second location for La Cubanita which opened its first location on Causeway near O’Brien’s more than 6 years ago. Owners plan to open Mojito’s, a Latin Carrabba’s-style restaurant in the Winthrop Town Centre later this summer. La Cubanita is located on the northwest corner of Lithia Pinecrest Rd. and Bloomingdale Ave. Hours are 7 a.m.-9 p.m., Monday-Saturday. For more details, call 655-6499.

Ace Mobile Auto Detailing Comes To You

Shane Berry knows that everyone has a busy schedule and some people may not have the time to take their car to the car wash, never mind, vacuuming out the inside. That's why he started Ace Mobile Auto Detailing.

Ace Mobile Detailing will come to your home or office and provide wash, wax, interior and exterior detailing of your vehicle.

For more details or to set an appointment, call 389-7211 or 672-7374.

Gallo Offers Wills, Trusts and More

Thomas J. Gallo, Attorney, P.A. recently opened an office at 1546 Bloomingdale Ave. to serve the growing number of families moving into the Valrico, Bloomingdale, FishHawk and Riverview areas.

Gallo specializes in wills, living trusts, estates and business formation, including incorporation and partnerships.

"Many people here are moving in from different parts of the state and country, and many simply upgrading to a larger home or newer neighborhood within the county," comments Gallo. "This is probably a good time for all of them to take an assessment of their estates and to plan for the future of their families."

His experience includes 21 years in a solo practice in Virginia. After passing the Florida Bar, he spent the past year working for a firm in the Lakeland area.

"I enjoy helping people plan for their futures, and those of their families, and trying to help them sort through many of the complicated legal and financial options they face," Gallo says.

Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday, but Gallo adds that in this line of work, he knows how important it is to be flexible to clients' needs. For further information, call 413-8680.

Delightful Sounds Owner Earns Maestro Status

Aimee Carter, owner of Delightful Sounds in Brandon, has been named a Maestro in Outreach and a Maestro Producer by Kindermusik International, the world's leading publisher of music and movement programs.

Carter is a state approved Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist and at Delightful Sounds, she offers Kindermusik, art and Spanish for young children.

Delightful Sounds' growth in the last two years is attributed to the parents who have communicated the developmental success of their children to friends and family. "They love what we do here," says Carter. "The majority of our new customers are friends of an existing customer, and I think that says something about the quality of the program."

For more information about Delightful Sounds' programs, contact Carter at 503-6976 or Aimee@delightfulsounds.com.

Dream Limousine Celebrates One Year

Dream Limousine recently celebrated its one-year anniversary by adding a new vehicle to its fleet, proof that the company's attention to detail and outstanding level of personal attention has attracted a loyal local clientele, in addition to dignitaries and sports celebrities who have enjoyed their services.

Jake and Debbie Piascik, owners of Dream Limousine, bring a superior quality of luxury limousines and highly experienced staff to the area, offering customers a world-class travel experience complete with the red carpet treatment for all occasions.

Dream Limousine offers two state-of-the-art options: the super stretch Lincoln Town Car seats 12 passengers in plush luxury and the new five passenger Ford Excursion, custom-built to house a lavish limousine interior, making allowances for the customer who wants to travel in style, but perhaps less conspicuously.

Both vehicles are equipped with GPS systems ensuring the fully screened and thoroughly tested drivers arrive in a timely fashion. Along with the mini bar, stereo system and VCR and DVD players available in both vehicles, the Ford Excursion also has computer capabilities. Both luxurious rides feature amazing neon light shows to further set the mood of the ride with themes like starry nights.

To make your next ride a dream experience, call Dream Limousine at 662-7300 or visit the website at www.dreamlimollc.com.

New Cleaning Company Growing Quickly

Lauren Powers, a local entrepreneur, recently founded Cleaning With Grace, a cleaning company focused on being a business grounded by faith.

Powers brings many years of experience to her business and knows exactly how she wants her clients to feel. She says, "I want my clients to be able to come home, fall onto their couch, breath in the clean air, see the sparkle, feel the stress ease, and well basically feel as if they just had a massage, then I know my job was well done."

Cleaning with Grace sets itself apart from the competition by working with clients to customize all of their cleaning needs. Whether it is a weekly or biweekly cleaning, Grace adds extra touches a little at a time, to provide aspects of spring-cleaning throughout the year.

In addition to providing weekly and biweekly residential services, the company also offers its residential and commercial clientele many other services including: window cleaning, oven and stove cleaning, party clean up, move in/move out services, construction site clean up and organizational coaching. "Customizing to fit your needs is our goal," explains Powers.

She adds that already, a client waiting list is growing daily, and she is seeking additional employees who are eager to ease the stress for clients by meeting their cleaning needs. If you want to join this growing company, please call 957-2140 for more details.

Is Your Home Ready for Another Round of Extreme Weather?

Many homeowners were impacted by last year's stormy weather in Florida. With the hurricane season upon us once again, many people who own or are in the process of buying a home in the Tampa area are wondering 'how healthy is my home?' A home inspection by a certified inspector at Waypoint Property Inspection can answer that question.

Waypoint is a Riverview-based property inspection business owned and operated by Bob Hintze, a fully certified property inspector. Having felt the impacts of last year's hurricanes, he knows how important it is for anyone owning or buying a home to fully understand its current conditions. "It seemed that the almost all of the hurricanes had a bead on the Tampa area, but thankfully, we did not suffer a direct hit," he said. "However, it is important for all of us to know exactly what these storms did to our homes, and to ensure they are healthy enough to withstand what may be ahead of us." Hintze says that having a home inspected should be at the top of the list for current homeowners and for those who are in the process of purchasing a home.

Having a property inspected is similar to getting a physical check-up by your doctor. An inspection is an objective, visual and non-destructive examination of the systems and components of the structure, including its construction, electrical, plumbing and roof systems. "If a problem or symptom is discovered, I may recommend further evaluation by a specialist, a regular maintenance program, or alternative solutions and suggestions," stated Hintze. A property inspection is a method to assist the homeowner in understanding the condition of the property along with providing them significant knowledge to help keep it healthy and well-maintained.

With a property inspection, owners can learn a lot about their homes and by implementing plans to keep it healthy, they will save money in the long run by protecting it. "Completing a professional and detailed inspection along with 100 percent client satisfaction are my top priorities, and I will guarantee my services," Hintze said. "This is certainly my idea of having peace of mind, especially here on the west central coast of Florida where we face extreme weather conditions year after year."

Waypoint Property Inspection is available seven days a week for full service inspections. Call 671-0400. Usually inspections can be scheduled within 24-48 hours of calling. Homeowners can read more about property inspections and schedule an inspection at www.waypointinspection.com.

Carino's Will Open July 4

Johnny Carino's Italian restaurant will open on Monday, July 4 at 11 a.m. on the corner of Lumsden and Providence roads (formerly Rio Bravo).

The 6,256 sq. ft. restaurant will seat 245 and the former outdoor patio has been enclosed to create a fireplace dining room.

Johnny Carino's Italian is a casual, full service restaurant featuring both individual and family-style dining of traditional Italian favorites and more. Menu items include homemade lasagna, shrimp scampi, Italian pot roast, eggplant parmesan and an array of soups, salads, appetizers and desserts.

Hours will be Sunday - Thursday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday 11 a.m.-11 p.m. For more details about local locations, visit www.adcarinos.com.

Riverview Edition

Boardwalk Breaks Ground Adjacent To Park Place

Thatcher Properties recently celebrated the ground breaking of its newest office plaza, Boardwalk of Riverview, an upscale professional and business office complex on Gibsonton Dr., between I-75 and U.S. Hwy. 301.

Construction is underway and it will be ready for tenants in late fall of this year, according to developer Bryan Thatcher.

Jerry Hoffman of Hoffman Construction, who also built the adjacent Thatcher Properties' development, Park Place, is the project general contactor.

The new complex will feature an 18,000-sq.-ft. office park with professional and medical office spaces from 1,250 to 3,750 sq. ft. The park will have meticulous landscaping and the build-out lease price includes offices with nine-foot ceilings, tiled reception, bathroom and kitchen areas, as well as upgraded carpeting. "A key element is its prime location immediately off the interstate on Gibsonton Drive in Riverview," says Thatcher. "People can easily get to Tampa, Brandon, Apollo Beach and surrounding areas by getting on the interstate. Our location will be a big factor in our tenants' success."

Already 25 percent leased, future tenants include a family physician, survey, insurance, and mortgage companies. For further information on leasing prices, contact Thatcher Properties at 677-5055.

St. Law Wants To Stop Pest Problems

Riverview resident Walt Vickers recently started St. Law Pest Control Service serving Hillsborough, Manatee, Sarasota and Polk counties.

While St. Law is a new venture for Vickers, he has plenty of experience in the industry, including 11 years in high-end commercial pest control. He previously served as the technical director and operations manager for the entire west coast of Florida for an international pest control company, supervising more than 20 technicians and has been licensed by the state of Florida as a certified pest control operator for the past six years. Additionally, Vickers holds a state permit for avian (bird) control and is certified to use Termidor for exterior ant control and Top Choice for fire ant control. His knowledge extends to bed bugs, stored product insect control and more.

For more details or to set an appointment, call 677-9777 or toll free at 877-StLawPC.

MacDill Opens Doors at New Headquarters

MacDill Federal Credit Union is open for business at its new corporate headquarters building located at 9927 Delaney Lake Dr.

The building, located in the Crosstown Center on Falkenburg Rd. by the Crosstown Expressway, totals 140,000 sq. ft. and is the first of what will eventually comprise three buildings on a 25-acre campus setting, which also houses a three-story parking garage. Approximately 240 employees will begin work at the new headquarters.

The new location positions MacDill Federal Credit Union to accommodate its growing employee base and draw talent from communities as far north as Pasco County, as far south as Manatee County, west to Pinellas County and all the way to east Hillsborough.

The entire project was designed and built by R.R. Simmons Construction Corporation. "This expansion allows us to accommodate our growth and continue to better meet the needs of both our members and our employees," says Robert Fisher, MacDill's president and CEO.

MacDill's current headquarters is located on S. Dale Mabry Hwy. adjacent to MacDill Air Force Base. The credit union has outgrown its current location that is approximately 11 acres with a 60,000 sq. ft. building, and is currently for sale.

MacDill Federal Credit Union opened in 1955 in a broom closet on MacDill Air Force Base serving civilian and active duty personnel during their lunch breaks on the base. Since then, the credit union has grown to $1.6 billion in assets and over 173,000 members. In addition to its military affiliation, membership is now open to the employees of over 1,200 affiliated companies in the Tampa Bay area. For more information, visit www.macdill.org.

New Store Caters To Remote Control Vessel Enthusiasts

At RC Hobby Zone, customers will find everything they need for building and operating remote control planes, boats, cars, trucks and other vehicles.

"My father was in the aviation business and had a remote control flight club," says owner/president Chris Bielewicz. "He helped to open this store."

Bielewicz explains that there are remote control tracks and fields in Hillsborough and Manatee counties and also in Ocala.

Hobby Zone stocks Almost-Ready-To-Fly (ARF) models, models from a kit and models ready from the box. He explains that training is provided at the store and if for instance, a customer purchases a plane, he or she will be set up with a flight instructor and given information on area flight clubs. Additionally, Hobby Zone can custom-build, service and repair models.

"It is a great father/son sport," comments Bielewicz. "And it helps older kids keep out of trouble." He adds that the store can supports children ages five and older and customers are commenting on the “affordable prices."

Hours are 10 a.m.-7 p.m., seven days a week. For further information, call 234-0899 or visit www.hobbyzone-rc.com.

UPS Store Serving Apollo Beach Packing and Shipping Needs

Packaging, shipping, copying, printing and finishing services are just some of the ways The UPS Store can help individuals and businesses. The newly opened UPS Store at 235 Apollo Beach Blvd. also offers office supplies, notary services, packing and moving materials and much more.

Apollo Beach residents Laura and Steve Carlson have lived in the area for 10 years and watched the growth. "We just felt it was the right time to go into business for ourselves and The UPS Store appealed to us and offered what we were looking for," says Laura.

Aside from the previously mentioned services, Laura says that people may not know that The UPS Store also makes business cards, company logo stationary and envelopes, labels and name badges.

Hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. For more details, call 645-8330 or visit www.theupsstore.com.

Apollo Beach New Home For Wells Fargo

Home mortgage consultants Dana and Jennifer Devine recently opened Wells Fargo Home Mortgage at 241 Apollo Beach Blvd.

Loan services offered include VA/FHA, construction, construction to permanent loans, second mortgages, home equity lines of credit, plus 100 percent financing and loans with no PMI, in amounts from $50,000 to $3 million. Dana adds that locked interest rates are available for up to 360 days and credit counseling and less than perfect credit loans are also part of the company's services.

The pair has nearly 50 years of combined experience in the business and chose to open in the Apollo Beach area for several reasons. While the growth helped the two make their decision, Dana says, "We love the water and just going to the coffee shop and seeing ten people you know by name.... that small town feel with big city amenities."

Customer care, explains Dana, is what sets the Apollo Beach Wells Fargo office apart from other lenders in the area. "Things like returning phone calls in a timely matter, or better yet calling the customer first, even if the news I have is not always positive, make a difference," he says.

Office hours are 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, but Dana adds that he and Jennifer are generally available when a client is in need. For more information, call 641-8221.

Ribbon Cutting Held AmSouth's New Riverview Location

AmSouth at Winthrop Town Centre recently opened and joined the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce with a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate.

AmSouth Bank offers a full line of banking products and services for both individuals and businesses. Internet and 24-hour banking, checking accounts, home equity loans, investment services, small business banking and overdraft protection are just a few of the products and services available.

Drive-thru hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Thursday and 8 a.m.- 6 pm., Friday. Lobby hours are for 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday-Thursday and 9 a.m.-6 p.m., on Friday. For more details, call 643-4578. Winthrop Town Centre is located at the southeast corner of Providence Rd. and Bloomingdale Ave.

Riverview Resident Offers Lending Services

Lending Services of Tampa Bay opened its doors at 421 Lithia Pinecrest Rd. in December 2004 and Riverview resident, USAF retiree and senior loan officer Milton Boardley, wants to introduce the business to his friends and neighbors.

Tanya Hart and Jean Moshiem opened Lending Services of Tampa Bay after years of providing real estate and financial services to the community and brought Boardley on-board to help expand the business presence in the growing South Shore community and because Moshiem says, "He seemed to be the perfect fit.'

A very important aspect of their business, the team explains, is providing homebuyers with loan processing education to ensure the customers understanding of what is involved in the home buying process. "We take pride in providing top-notch customer service, quick, accurate approvals and timely closings," says Hart.

"We don't want to be just another mortgage company," adds Mosheim. "We want our customers to know that we will do everything possible to assist them with attaining a piece of the American dream."

In the future, the company will offer first time homebuyer seminars and also plans to host after hours networking events for CPAs and financial planners. Hart adds that there also are openings for loan originators.

Office hours are 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Monday-Friday. Weekend appointments also are available. Call 685-9191 for additional information.

Valrico Edition

Global Beverages Grand Reopening

Whether you need wine to go with dinner or a high-end bottle for a special occasion, Global Beverages, recently under new management in Valrico, has what you are looking for. Located on Lithia Pinecrest Rd. in the Winn Dixie-anchored Royal Oaks shopping center, Global Beverages has a large selection of wines, liquors and specialty spirits from all over the world.

Pierre Abadjian, the store's new owner, grew up in Lebanon and states that he began learning about wine at an early age.

"I am excited to offer wines from all over the world to the people in this area," says Abadjian. "We have so many choices of vintages and countries and it is great to watch people discover new things they enjoy."

Abadjian recently started offering weekly tastings at the store for wine and specialty liquors and is planning on soon adding musical entertainment and food to the Friday evening events.

"I would like to achieve an artistic wine cellar effect, with local music and even art on display," he explains, adding that he is considering approaching the local schools to find musicians and would eventually like to start a wine club which would expose members to exclusive wines.

A grand re-opening celebration is in the planning stages; read future editions of the Osprey Observer for the date.

For more information, call 662-1507. Global Beverages is located at 3244 Lithia Pinecrest Rd. and is open Monday-Thursday 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Friday and Saturday 10 a.m.-10 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

AmTrust Funding to Move to Lithia Pinecrest

AmTrust Funding, a Brandon-based mortgage company with a long local history, will be opening in a new location on Lithia Pinecrest Rd. in early August. According to executive assistant Amanda Howell, the mortgage company's 10 employees are moving from their current location in the credit union building on Oakfield Dr. in order to have room to expand.

"The new building is approximately 2,500 sq. ft. and we are looking forward to owning it and being able to grow in the future," says Howell.

AmTrust offers a wide variety of mortgages and loan programs with both fixed and adjustable rates. The new office is located at 215 Lithia Pinecrest Rd. in the space vacated by N.E.C. For more information, call 654-7515 or visit www.amtrustmtg.com.

Lending Services Opens

Lending Services of Tampa Bay opened its doors at 421 Lithia Pinecrest Rd. recently, offering a wide range of financial services for Valrico residents.

Tanya Hart and Jean Moshiem opened Lending Services of Tampa Bay after years of providing real estate and financial services to the community. Lending Services of Tampa Bay provides first time homebuyer assistance, pre-qualification for the purchase of new or existing homes and help to credit-challenged individuals and families. "We have access to more than 40 lenders and can process loans nationwide," explains Hart. Loan products available include VA, FHA, conventional and unconventional, with credit scores as low as 500.

A very important aspect of their business, the team explains, is providing homebuyers with loan processing education to ensure the customers understanding of what is involved in the home buying process. "We take pride in providing top-notch customer service, quick, accurate approvals and timely closings," says Hart.

"We don't want to be just another mortgage company," adds Mosheim. "We want our customers to know that we will do everything possible to assist them with attaining a piece of the American dream."

In the future, the company will offer first time homebuyer seminars and also plans to host after hours networking events for CPAs and financial planners. Hart adds that there also are openings for loan originators.

Office hours are 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Monday-Friday. Weekend appointments also are available. Call 685-9191 for additional information.

Gymboree Moves into Stein Mart Plaza.

Gymboree is now open in Lithia Crossing shopping center on Bloomingdale Ave. and Lithia Pinecrest Rd.

Gymboree creates developmental play, music and arts classes for parents and children ages newborn to five. The programs are based on a blend of early childhood development theories and more than 26 years of hands-on experience.

Owner Denise Darr has four Gymboree franchise locations and she and manager Elizabeth Mora are excited about the new location in Valrico.

Darr says aside from the great physical location, the area also is filled with children and the new set up is more "user-friendly." The music room will be up front and passersby will be able to see music, art and play programs through the large front windows. "This is a great plaza," she adds.

Hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday and 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday. Birthday parties can be held on-site on Saturdays and Sundays. For more details, call 653-1700 or visit www.gymboree.com.

BigFeetLittleFeet Will Open in Time for Back-To-School

BigFeetLittleFeet owners Meredith Onderko and Kim Bailey opened their new specialty family shoe store on Saturday, July 1 in the Lithia Crossing shopping center on the southwest corner of Lithia Pinecrest Rd. and Bloomingdale Ave.

BigFeetLittleFeet, a full service children's shoe store, carries a full line of athletic, casual and specialty shoes. Expect to find name brands including New Balance, Birkenstock, Stride Rite, TEVA, Born and Skechers, plus special orders will be available.

This is the second store for Onderko and Bailey. The pair opened the first BigFeetLittleFeet in New Tampa in 2004 and is proud to specialize in hard-to-find sizes in narrow or extra width from top name brands.

The store will offer a child-friendly environment and be staffed with certified fit specialists to assure that the children are properly sized in both length and width

Store hours are Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sunday 12 Noon-5 p.m. Visit www.bigfeetlittlefeet.com or call 661-3422 to find out more.

Consignment Shop Focuses On Teens

Lora's Thrift Avenue II owner Lora Tucker recently opened Flip Flop Teen Swap teen consignment shop in the building next door to her existing consignment shop on the northwest corner of Bloomingdale Ave. and Lithia Pinecrest Rd.

At the newly opened store, shoppers will find clothing in girls' size 10 through all juniors' sizes, plus purses, shoes, belts, handbags, accessories and more.

"I've wanted to do this for a long time," says Tucker, adding that for the summer, her twin daughters Jennifer and Jessica, age 15, are running he store.

No appointments are necessary to bring in consignment items. Items should be brought to Lora's Thrift Avenue II. Items are kept for 90 days and when sold, the cost is split 50/50 between the store and the consignor.

Hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday. For more details, call 657-4030.

La Cubanita Serving Bloomingdale Area

La Cubanita is now serving all of your Cuban favorites including café con leche, Cuban toast, boliche and baked chicken its newly opened location in the Winn-Dixie-anchored Royal Oaks shopping center.

The 1,400 sq. ft. cafeteria-style restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in a Mediterranean-style atmosphere.

This is the second location for La Cubanita, which opened its first location on Causeway Blvd. more than six years ago. Owners plan to open Mojito’s, a Latin Carrabba’s-style restaurant in the Winthrop Town Centre later this summer.

La Cubanita is located on the northwest corner of Lithia Pinecrest Rd. and Bloomingdale Ave. Hours are 7 a.m.-9 p.m., Monday-Saturday. For more details, call 655-6499.

Ace Mobile Auto Detailing Comes To You

Shane Berry knows that everyone has a busy schedule and some people may not have the time to take their car to the car wash, never mind, vacuuming out the inside. That's why he started Ace Mobile Auto Detailing.

Ace Mobile Detailing will come to your home or office and provide wash, wax, interior and exterior detailing of your vehicle.

For more details or to set an appointment, call 389-7211 or 672-7374.

Gallo Offers Wills, Trusts and More

Thomas J. Gallo, Attorney, P.A. recently opened an office at 1546 Bloomingdale Ave. to serve the growing number of families moving into the Valrico, Bloomingdale, FishHawk and Riverview areas.

Gallo specializes in wills, living trusts, estates and business formation, including incorporation and partnerships.

"Many people here are moving in from different parts of the state and country, and many simply upgrading to a larger home or newer neighborhood within the county," comments Gallo. "This is probably a good time for all of them to take an assessment of their estates and to plan for the future of their families."

His experience includes 21 years in a solo practice in Virginia. After passing the Florida Bar, he spent the past year working for a firm in the Lakeland area.

"I enjoy helping people plan for their futures, and those of their families, and trying to help them sort through many of the complicated legal and financial options they face," Gallo says.

Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday, but Gallo adds that in this line of work, he knows how important it is to be flexible to your clients' needs. For further information, call 413-8680.