Sep 16, 2012
They say dogs are man’s best friend. They offer companionship and unconditional love to their humans. Some dogs work very hard for their humans by taking care of them and being their guide dogs. “Paws for Patriots” is a program offered by Southeastern Guide Dogs of Palmetto. Established in 1982, Southeastern Guide Dogs’ mission is(…)
Sep 16, 2012
The Greater Brandon Chamber of Commerce congratulates the area businesses that have been named 2012 Small Business of the Year Award semi-finalists. Annually, this Awards Gala recognizes and honors small businesses within the Greater Brandon area that have demonstrated leadership, positive growth and development, creativity, and integrity in operating a business, as well as a(…)
Sep 16, 2012
When you want to send a holiday card, all you have to do is go to the local store and purchase one. But if you are one of the thousands of military service personnel stationed around the world in remote and dangerous locations such as Afghanistan or Iraq, there is no local store. It is(…)
Sep 16, 2012
Plaza Bella will host the Fifth Annual “Plaza Bella Goes Pink” on Saturday, October 20. Back by popular demand are the “Diva Strut” which runs from Plaza Bella to the Bloomingdale Library and back and the 5k Challenge run which goes from Plaza Bella to Nature’s Way and back. Both the walk and the run(…)
Sep 16, 2012
By Marie Gilmore During Massage Envy’s Healing Hands for Arthritis event, clients receiving massages will also benefit the Arthritis Foundation and its efforts to find a cure. On Wednesday, September 19, $10 from every one-hour massage session will be donated to the Arthritis Foundation. To introduce new clients to the benefits of massage, Massage Envy(…)
Sep 16, 2012
Staff Report Renee Swope will be speaking on Saturday, September 29, as part of The Greater Brandon Girlfriend’s Gathering “A Confident Heart.” Swope, a gifted speaker, author and nationally syndicated radio co-host, is known for her ability to connect with women of all ages and stages of life, she has a unique way of inspiring(…)
Sep 16, 2012
Connie Lesko knows just how difficult it can be to watch as loved ones deal with the effects of Alzheimer’s, having watched it happen to both of her parents. It was both of her parents and her job at Freedom Plaza, a retirement community in Ruskin, that inspired her to help re-launch the annual Walk(…)
Sep 16, 2012
By Kathy L. Collins The 12th Annual Momentum Festival with Brandon Idol will be held on Saturday, September 29. This exciting and fun filled event, known as “Music, Arts, Entertainment- Served Fried on a Stick,” will take place at 800 Centennial Lodge Dr. (The Brandon Elks Lodge) in Brandon. Brandon Idol Teen will take place(…)
Sep 16, 2012
By Kathy L. Collins Come out and support Center Place and the arts at Center Place’s “Beach Blanket Bunco For The Arts.” This fun event will be held on Thursday, September 20, beginning at 6:30 p.m. A donation of $20 gets you dinner from LaSeptima, a drink (wine, soda or water), dessert and several lively(…)
