Jack Porter Receives Tour Of Osprey Observer Office
Jack Porter, 11, of Lithia toured the Osprey Observer newspaper office, where he got a behind-the-scenes look at how each edition is made. A cover-to-cover reader, Jack said he loves learning how the paper comes together and keeping up with what’s happening in his community.
“I wanted to know about how you do the paper and see what it takes to make the paper,” said Porter. “I like to know what’s happening in our community.”
DELIGHT — Women Of Hope Conference
Take delight in the Lord — and discover the joy of resting in His presence. Join with New Hope Church’s Women of Hope for DELIGHT, the 2026 Women of Hope Conference, at the church on February 21, 2026, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
This one-day gathering brings women together from across the church and community for worship, encouragement and connection. Experience powerful teaching, heartfelt worship and inspiring breakout sessions designed to help you deepen your faith and rediscover joy in every season. Tickets include a conference T-shirt and lunch.
New Hope Church is located at 213 N. Knights Ave. in Brandon. Register at https://delightwomensconference.rsvpify.com/.
A Kid’s Place’s Fostering Hope Gala
This Valentine’s Day, skip the ordinary and be part of something truly special by supporting the children of A Kid’s Place. The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club in St. Petersburg will provide an elegant backdrop where guests can look forward to an inspiring evening program featuring speakers with heartwarming stories, those whose lives have been touched by A Kid’s Place. There will be live and silent auctions, delicious food and cocktails as well as dancing and other activities to enjoy. Your presence helps ensure that every child at A Kid’s Place receives the love, care and stability that they deserve.
Celebrate love in action and reserve your seats today at https://bit.ly/AKP2026Gala.
Learn To Play Bridge
The Duplicate Bridge Association of Sun City Center is proud to announce that Kathy Smith, a Life Master bridge player and an American Contract Bridge League (ACBL) game director, is offering a series of classes of duplicate bridge for beginners, dubbed Easybridge. Classes are scheduled for Thursday, January 29, from 1-4 p.m. for 15 consecutive weeks in the Horizon Room in the Atrium Building, located at 947 N. Course Lane in Sun City Center. The first four weeks are complementary. The remaining classes are $4 for Sun City Center residents and $5 for non-SCC applicants. The classes are structured for a supportive and friendly environment. Sample dealer hands will be available to apply lessons learned.
Registration is taken at kathjosmith@gmail.com.
Bloomingdale Senior High School Theatre Welcomes New Choreographer
Bloomingdale Senior High School Theatre is so excited to welcome Teddi Rollins as their choreographer. Rollins is a recent graduate with a degree in musical theater with a minor in professional education, and a concentration in juvenile justice, from the University of Tampa. Not only is Rollins a performer, but she is a life changer as well.
Democratic Women’s Club Of Southeast Hillsborough County
The Democratic Women’s Club of Southeast Hillsborough County club invites all like-minded individuals to join in the February meeting. The meeting will be held on Thursday, February 5, in rooms A and B of the Riverview Public Library, located at 9951 Balm Riverview Rd. in Riverview, and it begins at 6:30 p.m., with meet and greet at 6 p.m.
The speaker is ACLU representative Erica Henschel. For more information, email sedwcinfo@gmail.com or call 813-503-8639.
Lions Club Music Bingo Fundraiser
Join the Fishhawk Lions Club for a fun and exciting evening of music bingo at Bullfrog Creek Brewing Co. on Thursday, February 26, at 7 p.m. One hundred percent of the proceeds go to supporting the Fishhawk Lions Club’s community service projects. Since 2020, the Fishhawk Lions Club has assisted local schools, churches, food banks, shelters and nursing homes by providing vision screening, charity work and aid.
Bullfrog Creek Brewing Co. is located at 3632 Lithia Pinecrest Rd. in Valrico. Visit www.fishhawklionsclub.com for more details.
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