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Parrish Village News
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In this issue of the
Parrish Village News
Volume 22, Issue 5
May 2015 FREE
Residents get a lesson in Parrish 101
Iris McClain recounts
the history of St. Mary’s
Missionary Baptist
Church on page 3.
What’s for dinner:
Casseroles - always easy
and good tasting.
See page 5.
Andrea gives us more
tips on managing our
lives on page 9.
A crowd of over 80 people attended the Parrish Civic Association’s community meeting last Thursday night at the Y. Prior to the
meeting there were pictures on display of the route of the new Fort
Hamer Bridge and the improvements that will be made to both Fort
Hamer and Upper Manatee River Roads.
Called Parrish 101, the meeting was the result of questions
asked by the audience at County Administrator Ed Hunzeker’s
presentation at the March PCA meeting. These questions showed
there is a great deal of interest in knowing more about Parrish and
the basics of how it operates. Attendees at the earlier meeting
asked about the overlays, how we are governed, what is being done
to attract new commercial development including restaurants, and
even where Parrish is.
Attendees at last Thursday’s meeting watched a 30-minute
Power Point presentation that covered the founding of Parrish and
its becoming a thriving community in the early 1900s to its decline
in the mid 1900s to its remarkable growth that started in the late
1900s. It was pointed out that Parrish is unincorporated and thus
has no local government like a city council to guide it, no city limits
to define its location, and no “local” laws governing things like Dr. Patty continues her 5
steps to children’s dental
care on page 30.
Second Annual Music & Art by the Train
Concert coming October 24th!
Ralph tours Slovevia
(Yugoslavia)
on page 5.
property upkeep, abandoned cars and boats, etc. Also unlike Lakewood Ranch which has a single property
owner with the ability to develop a master plan for the entire community, Parrish lacks anything close to a master plan. However
we do have the Parrish Civic Association (PCA) and through their
efforts we have two Overlay districts that govern how new subdivisions look from the road and the type and design of buildings,
signs and lighting in the Village area. The PCA has worked with
the County to get sewer service to the village along 301 and with
FDOT to ensure the planned widening of 301 doesn’t have a negative effect on current and future businesses in the Village.
The PCA also worked with the County on two other projects
that have had a tremendous effect on the lives of many Parrish area
residents – the renovation of the Old Parrish School House (which
became home to Parrish Y branch) and the new Rocky Bluff Library. And four years ago the PCA teamed with The Parrish Foundation to add a Chili Cook Off to the annual Parrish Heritage Day
Festival and Parade. Proceeds from this event go to the Foundation’s Grant Fund which by the end of this year will have awarded
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Parrish Village News
Official publication of the
Parrish Civic Association,
a non profit coporation.
P. O. Box 257
Parrish, FL 34219
Cookie Jordan
Publisher and Editor
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Contributors
Ralph Bellrose
Travel
Message from the Editor
I hope you were able to attend the special Parrish Civic Association meeting that
was held on Thursday, April 30th. However, if you were not and want to view the
slide presentation that was given by Ben Jordan, President of the PCA, you can go
to www.ParrishFlorida.com and click on it to see the entire presentation. It contains
an update on how Parrish is governed, how we got where we are, the issues now
facing our community and a Call to Action if you are interested in helping. It is
called Parrish 101.
We had some other activities going on in the community this past month: the
Parrish Arts Council is continuing with their En Plein Air painting groups that are
moving from location to location, most recently to the Old Schoolhouse in Parrish
where they painted the beautiful old building. Previously, they have been down
at the Fort Hamer Rowing Facility where they painted Manatee River scenes and
Brown’s Grove Farm Market where they painted the market. And, the Parrish Arts
Council is planning the next concert called Music & Art by the Train which will be
held on Saturday, October 24th at the Florida Railroad Museum. There will be a
great line up of talent. Watch for announcements in the newspaper.
If you are interested in joining the Parrish Arts Council or want to volunteer with
any of the events, you can go to the website at www.parrishartscouncil.com.
While you are marking your calendar for the concert, you might look ahead to
2016. The date for the Parrish Heritage Day Festival and 5th Annual Chili Cook
Off have been set for March 5, 2016. Think about having a team, being a sponsor
or volunteering to help with this event. It has really grown over the past four years
with more than 6,000 people attending the 2014 event.
I hope you will get involved in the many activities in our community!
Mimi Sheffer
Feature Stories
Patrick McGinnis
Pets Plus in Parrish
Stacy McKee
Y News
Ben Jordan
ben.jordan@verizon.com
Cookie Jordan
RJo2344@aol.com
Capt. Ric Liles
CaptainRic@msn.com
Iris McClain
irismcc@msn.com
Leslie Wells
Real Estate
Joann B. Larson
Extension Service
Residents get a lesson CONTINUED
FROM FRONT PAGE
Music & Art by the Train Concert
Coming October 24th!
PARRISH
PLANNING OUR
GROWTH
grants of over $110,000 to the small not
for profit corporations serving Parrish
area residents. As one attendee said after the presentation, “I didn’t realize just
how much The Parrish Civic Association
has done for us. We are lucky it exists
and it sure deserves our support.”
The presentation ended with pictures showing residents’ dreams for a future village area and the announcement
by the PCA that it is forming of two new
committees – Marketing and Beautification. PCA President Ben Jordan said,
“These two committees will become a
key part of the PCA’s efforts to revitalize Parrish and the Village area. The
Marketing committee will serve as our
local chamber of commerce developing
and implementing plans to spread the
word about opportunities for businesses
in Parrish and developing a “branding”
for the community.. The Beautification
committee will work with Village area
landowners, businesses, and residents to
propose changes to the Village Overlay
that will have a positive effect on the
look and upkeep of the Village area.”
There was a lively Q&A session after the presentation with questions about
the sewer, new Fort Hamer Bridge and
other topics covered in the presentation. A link to view the presentation can be
found at www.parrishflorida.com. Did you know . . . The Parrish Village News prints 12,800 copies of the
newspaper each month? All residences in the 34219 zip code, eastern
Ellenton and eastern Palmetto receive copies? County officials read the
newspaper monthly? Newspapers can be found at
the Rocky Bluff Library, the Y, PJ’s Sandwich Shop, Ferraro’s,
Leslie Wells Realty and 1st Manatee Bank?
May Needs for Blood
Kathryn Newman
Inspirational Stories
Norma Kennedy
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This Old Church
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CELEBRATING 138 YEARS
11801 Erie Road, Parrish, Florida
Iris McClain
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Genealogy group to meet in May
St. Mary’s Missionary Baptist Church as it appears today.
In1877,asmallgroupintheParrishareaorganizedtheSt.Mary’sMissionary
BaptistChurch.In1913,theyrelocatedtoasmallsettlementcalled“DickeyCider”
just down the road from the present location. Under the leadership of Rev. J. C.
Boldentheybuiltanotherchurchinanewlocationknownas“OntheHill”.
In1932undertheleadershipofRev.G.W.Jones,thechurchrelocatedtothe
presentlocation.Rev.Joneswaspastoratthischurchfor37years,until1969.
ThischurchistheoldestchurchinParrish.Startingfromafewmemberswith
amissionandavision,ithasgrowntoalargecongregationwithmuchhelpfrom
thecommunity.Throughtheyearsthemembershaveworkedveryhardandsteady
buildingabeautifulchurch.Theyusetheoldchurchforafellowshiphall,having
dinners,meetingsandclassesthere.
Rev. Dr. Fletcher Lawson, Jr. came to St Mary’s in 1990. Rev. Lawson, his
familyandSt.Mary’sMissionaryBaptistChurchhavejustcelebratedhis25thanniversaryasPastor.Oncethemembershiprapidlygrewinnumber,Rev.Lawsonsaid
thathehadavisionforanewsanctuary.OnNovember6,2004,theybrokeground
fortheirnewsanctuary;theyhadtheirfirstserviceJanuary1,2006.
Informationincludedinthisarticleinonwww.stmarysofparrish.comwebsite.
Ifanyonehasanoldhome,buildingorchurchthatyouwouldlikefeaturedin
theParrish Village News,pleasegivemeacall776-0542oremailmeirismcc@msn.
com.
The Manatee Genealogical
SocietymeetingforMaywillbe
held on Tuesday May 5, 2015
from9:30a.m.tonoonatBethel
Baptist Church, 1805 30th AvenueWestinBradenton.
Apanelofgenealogypractitioners and experienced researchers will offer “Ask the
Experts” fielding attendee’s
questionsandconcernsaboutindividualresearchprojects.
Please submit questions in
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A photograph of the oldest St. Mary’s Missionary Baptist Church.
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Cooking with Cookie
Great Casseroles for Dinnertime!
I still favor casseroles that are
easy to fix and go a long way for
meals.ThismonthIhavesomerecipes that I particularly like and have
prepared often for mealtime. I hope
you,too,enjoythem!
Parrish Village News page 5
Yugoslavia
(Slovenia)
Ralph Bellrose
Broccoli Casserole
(pictured at right)
1poundbroccoli,cutintopieces
1(10.75oz.)cancreamofmushroom
soup
2largeeggs,lightlybeaten
1cupmayonnaise
11/2cupsshreddedcheddarcheese
1sticksaltedbutter,cutintopieces
Pepper
1sleeveRitzcrackers,crushed
matoes
11/2cupswholekernelcorn
1/2Tbsp.finelyshreddedMexican
cheeseblend,divided
1/2cupall-purposeflour
1/2cupyellowcornmeal
Preheatovento350degreesF.Mist 1Tbsp.sugar
a13x9-inchbakingdishwithcook- 11/4tsp.bakingpowder
ingspray.Steambroccoliuntilcrisp 1egg,beaten
tender,7minutes.Transfertoabowl 2/3cupmilk
oficewater.Mixsoup,eggs,mayon- 2Tbsp.cookingoil
naise, cheese, butter and pepper in a
saucepanandcookovermedium-low Preheat over to 350 degrees F. In a
heat, stirring constantly until melt- 12-inch skillet cook and brown beef;
ed and combined. Drain broccoli; drain off fat. Stir in undrained tospread evenly in baking dish. Pour matoes and 1 cup of the corn; heat
cheesemixtureontop.Sprinklewith through. Transfer to greased 2-quart
crackers.Bakefor30minutes.
bakingdish.Sprinklewith1/2cupof
thecheese.Forcornbreadtopping,in
Yield:10servings
amediumbowl,combineflour,cornmeal, sugar, baking powder and 1/2
Scalloped Potatoes and Ham
teaspoon salt. Stir in egg, milk and
3/4cuppowderednondairycreamer
oil. Evenly spread on beef mixture.
13/4cupswater
Sprinkle remaining 2 tablespoons
3Tbsp.butter
cheese.Bake,uncoveredfor30min3Tbsp.all-purposeflour
utesoruntiltoppingisset.Letstand
2Tbsp.dried,mincedonion
5minutes.
1tsp.salt
3/4tsp.paprika
Yield:6servings.
6largepotatoes,peeledandthinly sliced
Pea and Asparagus Cassserole
2cupsfullycookedham,diced
1canEnglishpeas
1cupshreddedcheddarcheese
1canasparagus
1cancreamofmushroomsoup
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a 2hardboiledeggs,sliced
smallbowl,mixcreamerandwaterun- 1/2poundsharpcheddarcheese
tilsmooth.Inasmallsaucepan,heat 1cupcrackercrumbs
butterovermediumheat.Stirinflour, 1/2stickbutter
onion, salt and paprika until smooth;
graduallyaddcreamermixture.Bring Drainpeasandasparagusandplacein
toaboil;cookandstir1to2minutes casseroledish.Addslicedegg,mushoruntilthickened.Inagreased13x roomsandalmonds.Coverwithgrat9-inchbakingdish,layerpotatoesand edcheese.Poursoupovertop.Cover
ham;poursauceovertop.Bake,cov- withcrackercrumbsanddotwithbutered 15 minutes. Uncover; bake 40 ter. Cook at 350 until top is slightly
to 50 minutes longer. Sprinkle with brownandbubbly.
cheese;bake5to10minutesoruntil
edgesarebubblyandcheeseismelted. Yield:6servings.
Yield:6servings.
I hope you enjoy these delicious
casserole recipes. They are easy to
Mexicali Hamburger Casserole
prepare and so good for your family.
11/2poundsleangroundbeef
HaveagreatMother’sDay.
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The harbor at Portofino, Italy.
Once again, I’ve decided to interrupt our tour of Italy, head east, and cross the
Adriatic Sea to visit some countries that don’t get a lot of American tourists. I’m referring to the nations formerly known as Yugoslavia. For those lovers of Italy, don’t
despair, we’ll be back!
Prior to World War I, the countries comprising Yugoslavia were controlled,
at various times, by the Kingdom of Italy (Venice), the Austro-Hungarian Empire,
and the Ottoman Turks. The “Union of the Southern Slavic Peoples,” (Yugoslavia),
was formed by the victorious “Allies” in 1918, and included, Croatia, Serbia, Slovenia, Montenegro, and Bosnia-Herzegovina. The King of Serbia was named the
new country’s ruler. The “Axis” powers invaded Yugoslavia in 1941, sending the
king into exile. In 1943, the partisan resistance declared themselves a free Federal
Democracy, and by 1945 the monarchy was abolished. In 1946, a communist government was established, and Josip Broz Tito, a
partisan hero, was named Prime Minister and later “President for Life.” Tito was a
true “Yugoslav”: his mother was Slovenian, his father was Croatian, and his wife was
Serbian. He was a born leader and if he hadn’t been given power, he probably would
have seized it. The charismatic, nationalistic, Tito cherished his independence. It’s
rumored Stalin attempted to have him assassinated at least six times, but Tito survived, successfully played the Cold War powers against each other, and maintained
a firm, if not ruthless, control until his death in 1980. That’s when old animosities re-emerged and the fragile union disintegrated. Slovenia, Croatia, and BosniaHerzegovina sought their independence. Serbia and Montenegro had dominated the
confederation, from a governmental and military standpoint, and therefore had the
most to lose by separation. This situation resulted in the relatively short but very
nasty “Yugoslav Wars.” Today, the countries exist independently, as they did prior to
Please see Yugoslavia CONTINUED ON PAGE 15
Slovenia..
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The Parrish Arts Council proudly announces its newest exhibitor at the Rocky
Bluff Library - Photographer Karl Ford with his collection of nature photography. Karl is from Parrish and here is some information about him and his work:
Karl’s passion with using photography as an art form began in 1970 while in the
Army in Vietnam. His experience there taught him to see the world differently and to
look more closely at what happened around him. When he realized he could capture
some of it with a camera, he knew he had found a way for self-expression. Forty-five
years later, he’s still just as passionate about it. He started out in darkrooms with
chemicals and safelights, and is now fully digital with ink toners and megapixels. Although there are definite advantages to digital that conventional photography lacked,
those advantages also create a temptation for manipulation. However, he tries to be
as faithful to the original visual experience as possible.
Although he is essentially self-taught, he has a college education in media production. This, along with his photography experience, helped to give him a career in
producing visual media for corporations, e.g., Mack Trucks, Inc., and government. For many years, he produced video and other media for the U. S. Dept. of Transportation in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This work paid the bills, of course, but it was
always the capturing of the “every day” imagery that is around us that appealed to
him the most. Like any artist, he wanted his work to be seen, appreciated, and hopefully purchased. He soon realized that capturing an image was just the beginning of a long
process of creating something for display. Over the years, he learned the techniques
of framing by working in galleries and frame shops. All of the works on display at
the library were framed and matted by Karl. He used only archival materials, such
as acid-free matboards. The prints, themselves, were made with fade-resistant inks
on high-quality, neutral ph paper. Special care, however, should be taken when displayed to ensure longevity, as direct sunlight will fade any print!
Karl was born and raised in the Pocono Mountains of northeast Pennsylvania,
an area his ancestors helped to settle in the early 18th Century. He served in the U.S.
Army from 1969 to 1971 as a Military Policeman, first at West Point, NewYork and
then in South Vietnam. He was honorably discharged at the rank of Sergeant and
given a Commendation Medal. After the service, he moved to the Lehigh Valley in Pennsylvania, where he
worked at whatever job he could find while practicing photography. Eventually, he
attended Lehigh County Community College and then Kutztown State University,
acquiring a Bachelor in Science degree in Television Production, but chose many
advanced courses in Liberal Arts for electives.
In 1983, he moved to New England, where he worked for 14 years at the Volpe
National Transportation Systems Center, producing media that took him all over the
USA. In 2007, he grew tired of the bitter New England winters and moved to Parrish.
You may notice several photos of birds in his collection. Karl says, “It wasn’t a
conscious decision to have so many, but birds here do provide many photo opportunities!”
Karl’s collection will be on display until the end of June. All the pieces in the
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Parrish Village Newspage 9
The 75 Item Rule
In1999,atopbusinessexecutiveincorporateAmericamadeadecision.Itwas
notadecisionthatheneededfortheadvancementofhisprofessionalcareer,orone
thatpromoted,demoted,hiredorfiredsomeone.Itdidn’thavetodowiththepaperworknestledonhisdeskorhisstaffwhowalkedthehallways.I’mnotexactlysure
wherehewaswhenithappenedorwhathewasdoing.Hecouldhavebeenlooking
attheviewoutsidehisofficewindow,ormaybehewasathomewhenitallfellinto
place.Thedecisionhadeverythingtodowithanimmediate,unplannedchangethat
completelystartedhislifeover.
Hecrossedwhathecalleda“proverbiallineinthesand.”Inaninstant,after
years of hard work getting to this executive level, he gave up all his possessions,
includinghiscareer.Hehasshared,inwriting,howhebelievedthateverypersonal
possessionwasresponsibleforsuckingupapieceofhissoul;andhowtheonlyway
toregainhissoulwastorelinquisheverythingandreclaimhimself.Mostofhispossessionshegaveaway.Afewfavoritethingsweregiventofriendswiththecaveat
thatifheeverneededtoborrowthemback,hecould.
Whathecouldfitinhisbackpackwasallthathekept.Hetraveledtodestinationsnearandfar,placeslikeCambodiaandVietnamwherehedroveamotorbike
throughthelands,oractedasaguidetootherswho(probablywithalotofmoneyto
spend)wantedauniqueexperiencenotofferedbyalltheregulartravelbureaus.
HecameupwithThe75ItemRule.Afriendofmineprintedtheruleformeand
somewheredeepinsideIwonderifIcanapplyanyofthesetomyownlife.After
all,thereisalotofclutter,alotofthings,alotofstuff,inmylife.Onceyougettoa
certainlevelofthings,youforgetwhatisunderneath.Youforgetwhoyoureallyare
andthat’swhatIneverwanttohappentome.
The75ItemRuleisprobablythemoststraightforwardruleI’veeverseen.It
soundsbigbecauseofthenumber“75”butdon’tletthatfoolyou.Tothesimple
question“Whatonearthisthe75ItemRule?”comesaverycontriteanswer.Apersonshouldhavenomorethan75items.75items?Doesthatincludemydaughter’s
butterflyhairclipIborrowedthismorningtopullmyhairback,orthesedirtysocks
I’vebeenwearingallday?Surelythosearenotpartofthe75items?
Well,yestheyare.75itemsare75items.So,quickly,Iagainwonder,canIlive
on75items?Ifallofmyfourchildrenwereontheirown,andIdidn’thavetotake
careofthem,couldInarrowmylifedowntojust75items;andifso,whatwould
theybe?
Let’s start with how the 75 Item
Rulecanbeaccomplished.Itstartswith
tenactions:
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Giveawayorselleverything,in-
cludingcars,homes,furniture.
Giveclothingandotherstuffto
charity,exceptwhatcanfitintoa
backpack.
Giveitemsyoumayneedtouse
temporarilyinthefuturetofriends
andfamily.
Pickanexoticdestinationforatrip.
Buyanon-refundableairlineticket,
abackpack,andanytransportation
passes.
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Don’tcreateanitineraryormake
Karate Teacher at Parrish YMCA,
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Findthelocationsofhostels.
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Quityourjob.
Throwawayyourwatchandneverwearoneagain.
Packyourstuffintoonebackpackonlyandstartyouradventure.
I almost nod yes and yell “Amen!” at these insane requests. Think about it.
Howfreeingitwouldbetosimplyleteverythinggo.Nomorebills,noschedule,no
upkeep,norestrictions.Knowingthatsomeoneactuallydidthisreallypiquesmy
interest!
Mybackpack.Hmm…somecleanunderwear.Ahairbrush.Somemoney.One
changeofclothes.Atoothbrushandpaste.Abarofsoap.Awashcloth.Ahair
clip.Deodorant.Somemoney.Airlinetickets.Walkingshoes.Sandals.Aponcho.
Sunglasses.Insectrepellant.Sunscreen.Ahat.Anotherchangeofclothes.First
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Parrish Village Newspage 10
May brings many new activities to Rocky Bluff Library
parentsandotherstouchedbythescandal,thenarrative explores the widening consequences of a single
event.Shreve’scharacterdelineationisastute,andthe
novel’smoralquestions—rangingfromtheboys’behaviortotheheadmaster’sbreachoflegalethicstothe
guilt of those involved in the death — are salient if
heavy-handed,whilethefemalecharactersarewicked
in the way women have always been stereotypically
portrayed.Thenovelisclever,buttherevolvingcast
ofnarratorsoftenfeelspredictableandforced,keeping
thenovelonthenearsideofcredible.”
Thisshouldmakeforaninterestingdiscussion!
IfyoudropbyRockyBluffLibrary,youwillsee
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(Board Games), a Craft Supply Swap, a Computer
ClassonWindows8.1,GeekSquadhelpwithyourtablet,Kindle,Nook,iPadandeBooks,aPokemonClub
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Play in May (Board Games)
ThisactivityisbeingofferedeveryTuesdayfrom
1:00to3:00p.m.andisforallages.LookforitonMay
5th,12th,19thand26th.
Book Discussion Group Meets on May 13
Craft Supply Swap
Haven’t we all started a craft project, worked on
itforsometimeandthenwantedtogoontoanother
typeofcraft?However,weallstillhavethosematerials that we bought for that craft we no longer want
topursue.Well,here’sanopportunitytobringyoour
suppliesforsomeoneelsetoutilizeandhopefullyfind
somesuppliesthatyouneedforanewpursuit.Thefirst
CraftSupplySwapisonWednesday,May6from1:00
to3:00p.m.Thisisthatopportunitytocleanoutyour
craftroom,closetorcabinetandatthesametimeget
somenewthingsyoucanuse.
May’s Book Discussion will be onAnita Shreve’s
Testimony.ThisbookisaboutasexscandalataNew
England boarding school which unleashes a storm of
shameandrecriminationthroughoutthesmallcommunity.Achorusofvoices--thoseofthemen,women,and
teenagersinvolved--detailstheeventsofthatnightand
theiraftermath.
Writing with a pace and intensity surpassing even
her own greatest work,Anita Shreve brings us a grippingemotionaldramawiththeimpactofathriller.No
onemorecompellinglyexplorestheimpulsesthatdrive
ordinarypeopleintointolerabledilemmas,ortheways
inwhichlivescanbederailedordestroyedinonefoolishmoment.
Publisher’s Weekly says,“Thefirstparagraphforeshadows a tragedy in which three marriages are destroyed, the lives of three students at a private school
in Vermont are ruined, and death claims an innocent
victim.The precipitating event is a sex tape involving
threemembersoftheboys’basketballteamandafreshmangirl.Beginningwithanaccountofthedebacleby
the Avery School’s then
headmaster, and segueing
to the voices of the participantsintheorgy,plustheir
Geek Squad Instruction Offered
Need some help with that Tablet, Kindle, Nook,
iPadoreBook?TheGeekSqaudisgoingtobeatthe
libraryontwoSaturdaysinMay:the9thandthe23rd
from10:00a.m.to12:00noon.Bringyourelectronic
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Dues and contributions may be tax-deductible.
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Parrish Village Newspage 11
Westcoast Ladies Group Host Annual Tea Party
At right, committee seated l to r:
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Meredith: “Ten Marks is a great program…. If we had won we would have
been recognized forever.”
Ryan: “I found it very exciting…especially with everyone trying to get the
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Brayden:“The competition made me care more about my Math…It was impossible to believe that a third grade class can get to tenth in the nation.”
Joel: “We didn’t get first in the nation this time but will next time…. I will continue to use Ten Mark even after school is out.”
Caitlin: “Reaching for the top creates goals and I learned that we need to
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Sullivan:“The competition helps classes get better and faster at math skills
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Kaiden:“It challenged me to do my best and to not give up even if I made a
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Jacob:“I loved how it improved my speed and how much fun it was to compete
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Jonas:“We worked hard at school but the competition encouraged us to do it
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Ainsley: “The Ten Marks Contest was fun but challenging. The Jam Session
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Addison: “We battled hard and we got 10th, pretty cool right…. it was fun going against other classrooms in the nation.”
Sophia: “We worked as a team to reach our goals everyone contributed.”
McKinley: “The whole class had to participate and sometimes we stayed in
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Parrish Village Newspage 13
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Hi trivia fans! It’s the May edition of Trivia Time.
This month,it’s a potpourri of topics incuding,
Mom, Memorial Day, Cinco De Mayo and more .
1. Maywasnamedfor...
a.theMayaCivilization
b.TheRomangoddessofSpring,
Maia
c.Farmer’sAlmanac,“Mayrain.
Maynot”
d.CincoDeMayo
2. May’sbirthstoneis:
a.Amethystb.Pearl
c.Topazd.Emerald
3. Whatisthenameofthebattlethat
MexicodefeatedtheFrenchand
inspiredCincoDeMayo?
a.BattleoftheBulge
b.BattleRoyale
c.BattleofPuebla
d.MexicanIndependenceBattle
4. Whatflowerisassociatedwiththe
KentuckyDerby?(Sorry,nochoices
here)
5. Whattalkshowhostwillbehanging
ituponMay19thafteralmost35
years?
a.JohnnyCarsonb.JayLeno
c.DavidLetterman
d.RegisPhilbin
6. Thisfamousfigurewasshotwhile
walkingthroughSt.Peter’sSquarein
Mayof1981.
a.RonaldReagan
b.PopeJohnPaulII
c.AnwarSadat
d.GoldaMeir
7. In1992,the27thAmendmenttothe
Constitutionwasratifiedwithregard
toCongressionalsalary.Howlong
didthistaketopass?
a.3years
b.5years
c.7years
d.202years
8. WhatwasMemorialDayformerly
called?
a.VeteransDay
b.DecorationDay
c.RemembranceDay
d.SoldiersDay
9. MemorialDaywasfoundedtohonor
militarypersonnelwhodiedin...
a.TheRevolutionaryWar
b.TheCivilWar
c.TheSpanish-American
War
d.WorldWarI
10. Onwhichdatewasthetraditional
MemorialDay?
a.May25th
b.May27th
c.May30th
d.May31st
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Manatee County Extension Service Classes for May
The Manatee County Agriculture and Extension Service is offering a variety of free educational classes
during May 2015. The Extension Service is an educational program within county government which brings
the resources of the University of Florida’s Institute
of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) to Manatee
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citizens.
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Unless otherwise noted, all classes are free and are held
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Minimum workshop size is required; workshop size is
limited. Please register in advance online via their website at http://manatee.ifas.ufl.edu (click on Calendar of
Events and then event date) or call 941-722-4524 for
all workshops.
Rain barrel.
Wednesday, May 6, 10:00 am - Noon, Herbs for Your
Health: Learn about the health benefits of herbs. Y ou
will be introduced to ancient knowledge on remedies
that has been scientifically validated. For minor ailments, learn how to reach for herbs – and almost all
herbs are suitable to be used to enhance your food and
thus can improve your health and well-being. Special
attention will be paid to herbs commonly found in your
kitchen and garden, such as rosemary, thyme and sage. Workshop presented by Dr. Angela Fritz, Master Herbalist & Holistic Health Practitioner. Register online or
call the Extension Master Gardeners.
Wednesday, May 6, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m., Rain Barrel
Workshop: Storing rainwater aids in the reduction of
storm water runoff which can help reduce the levels of
pesticides and fertilizers that drain into ponds, streams,
lakes and our bays. Learn how to install, paint, and
maintain a functional rain barrel. Start conserving today. Workshop is free. $33 fee for a rain barrel and kit.
Register online or call the Extension Master Gardeners. Beginning May 7, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m., Small Steps to
Health and Wealth ($10 for all four sessions): Want
to get healthier and more financially secure in the years
ahead? Perhaps lose some weight and save more for
retirement? Small Steps to Health and WealthTM is a
program designed to motivate participants to improve
both their health and their finances. The program encourages participants to set a health and/or a wealth
goal and take action to achieve their goals by indentifying small progress steps. Class will be held May 7,
14, 21, and 28. Fee: $10 for all four sessions. Must
register by April 24. Call Erin to register.
Saturday, May 16, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m., Summerize
Your Vegetable Garden: To grow or not to grow?
That is the question in the summertime in Florida. Get
tips for planting and growing vegetables in hot weather
or putting in a cover crop. As an alternative, June and
July are optimal months for solarizing your garden soil
to discourage pests. Learn how to prepare the soil and
heat it by applying clear plastic to kill pathogens, nematodes, insects and weeds. Presented by Kathy Oliver,
Horticulture Program Assistant. Register online or call
the Extension Master Gardeners.
of wood. Learn about these beautiful epiphytes and
how they can enhance your home and landscape. Registration and advance payment of $20 for materials due
by May 15 which guarantees your spot in class. Check
or cash only – make checks payable to Friends of Extension. Register online or call the Extension Master
Gardeners.
Go home with a beautiful phalaenopsis orchid.
April 22, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m., Ground Covers – Plants
That Work: Landscaping with low-growing ground
cover plants has become a popular trend in landscape
practices because once they are established, these plants
need little or no water. Learn noteworthy plants, site
considerations, and management of these plants.
April 30, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m., Green Cleaning: Get
in the mood for Spring cleaning the green way! Many
commercial cleaners are not only hard on your wallet,
they also contain harsh chemicals that can harm the environment. Learn how to make inexpensive, effective,
and environmentally-friendly cleaners for your glass,
floors, and more from a few simple products you may
already have on hand. Register online or call Erin.
Wednesday, May 27, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m., LANDscape
Tips and Smart Irrigation: This class satisfies the
irrigation and landscape educational classes for the
Manatee County Outdoor Water Conservation Rebate
Program. This class will focus on Florida-Friendly
landscape tips such as right plant vs right place, watering efficiently, and mulch benefits. We will have a brief
discussion on your in-ground sprinkler system and the
benefits of installing smart irrigation devices. Register
online or call Joann.
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Parrish to (or from) St. Pete/Clearwater Airport: $65
Parrish to (or from) Tampa International Airport: $70
Parrish to (or from) Orlando International Airport: $150
Appointments, Etc.: $20 hr.
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Florida Friendly LandscapingTM: The 9 Principles
Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ means using lowmaintenance plants and environmentally sustainable
practices. Learn how you can have a beautiful landscape that could save you time, energy, and money
while protecting our future. Take a guided tour of the
Master Gardeners’ Educational gardens after class.
Register online or call the Extension Master Gardeners.
Saturday, May 23, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m., Orchid “Make
and Take” Workshop: A “make and take” workshop
where you will mount a phalaenopsis orchid on a piece
Please see Extension CONTINUED ON PAGE 26
Yugoslavia CONTINUED FROM PAGE 5
1918, another example of a failed attempt by western-European diplomats at “nation building.” Our tour started in Slovenia. We flew from Tampa, thru Dulles, to Vienna. If
you’re going to enter the European Union, I highly recommend the relative calm of
Vienna over the chaos of Paris or Frankfort. From Vienna, we took a connecting
flight to Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, flying over the beautiful snow-covered
Dinaric Alps. It was very foggy as we descended into Ljubljana; and, I was getting
anxious until I remembered how sophisticated the aeronautics are in Europe. They
have to contend with bad weather all the time. We made a perfect landing, and I
could barely see anything out the window. We located our “steamer trunks,” found
our mini-van driver, and headed for our hotel (a Best Western), which was close to
the city center. After checking in, I bought some bottled water at a local store and
we went for a short walk to try to stay awake and adjust our body clocks to the sixhour time difference.
Slovenia, about the size of Connecticut, is wedged between Italy, Austria,
Hungary and Croatia. Its southern border is the Adriatic Sea. The terrain is very
mountainous and riddled with limestone caves. Over half the land mass is covered
by thick forests. It is also one of the most water-rich countries in Europe with an
extensive network of rivers that led to its early industrialization. Because of its strategic position, natural resources, and its access to the sea,
Slovenia has had many masters. So many, that the Slovenian people have had
great difficulty creating a national identity. That changed when Napoleon drove
out the Austro-Hungarians in 1809. He gave the Slovenians a legal code that guaranteed everyone equality under the law, replaced feudalism with republican values,
abolished noble titles, separated the Church from the state, and gave all citizens
economic freedom. The Slovenian language was granted official status and could
now be taught in the schools. Napoleon also set up an educational system that led
to the establishment of a major university in Ljubljana. To Slovenia, French rule
was emancipation, and even though Austria regained control of the territory when
Napoleon was defeated, the emboldened Slovenians successfully negotiated more
rights from the Hapsburg Empire. The “Square of the French Revolution” in Ljubljana includes a rare monument honoring Napoleon. Although he is reviled by
most Europeans as a conqueror, to Slovenians he was a reformer and a liberator.
Next time we explore Ljubljana, the academic, political, and cultural center, of
Slovenia.
Parrish Village News page 15
At left is picturesque
canal in Ljubljana.
Below is a castle
built almost inside a
hillside in Slovenia.
At left is the beautful
coastline of Slovenia.
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Karl Ford’s Nature PhotographyCONTINUED FROM PAGE 8
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A photograph of the Parrish Arts Council Art Wall at Rocky Bluff Library showing Karl
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Parrish Village News page 17
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Regina and her “virtual” staff are experienced and
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services. After an initial in-depth interview, a plan of
action will be developed. The goal is to do what is
most efficient, and that may take form as a one-time
project, or as an ongoing assignment with a scheduled
timeframe. As Regina puts it, a business is like a wheel
with spokes; there may be few or many spokes needed
to make the wheel spin efficiently. At times, the spokes
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Today’s technology is a key component of ASAPVA, and any future advances will only enhance its productivity. Many tech-savvy business owners want all
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The Art of Guitar
Jam Session Anyone?
John Phillips
Saturday,May9th,from2:00to5:00p.m.atBrown’sGroveParrishFarmersMarket,12255USHighway301N,Parrish,musiciansfromParrishareinvitedtoacasual
andfunjamsession.(Weatherpermitting.)
“Thetruebeautyofmusicisthatitconnectspeople.Itcarriesamessage,andwe,
themusicians,arethemessengers.”
-RoyAyers.
Wellsaid,Mr.Ayers.Musichasanextraordinaryabilitytobringpeopletogether.
Playingmusicbyyourselfandjustforyourselfcanbefun;however,whenyouplay
withothermusicians,youmakeaconnectionthatisverydifficulttoputintowords.I
believethatmusicistobesharedandexpressedwithothers.
Itisthisbeliefwhichledmetothefollowingidea:let’shavearegularmonthly
communitywidejamsession.
We will continue to meet on the second Saturday of each month at a different
locationintheParrisharea.Thelocationofeacheventwillbeannouncedeachmonth
inthiscolumn.Allinstruments,musicalstylesandskilllevelsarewelcomeandencouraged.Thisisveryinformal.Justshowupwithyourinstrument,meetsomeother
musicians,andstart‘jamming.’Youareencouragedtobringyourownnon-alcoholic
refreshmentsandchairs.Youmayalsowishtopurchasegoodiesatthemarket!There
arerestroomsonsiteaswellassomeaccesstoelectricity.Pleasenotethatalcoholic
beverageswillnotbepermitted.
Ihavenoticedthattherearealotofmusiciansinthisarea.Ibelievethatthisisan
excellentwayforustomeetoneanotherandmakesomenewfriends.Ilookforward
toseeingyouthere.YoumayfindoutmoreaboutBrown’sGroveFarmMarketon
http://www.brownsgrove.com/Parrish-Farm-Market_ep_44.html.
Ifyouhaveanyquestionsregardingmusicortopicswhichyouwouldliketoseein
futurecolumns,contactmeonmywebsiteatwww.guitarlessonsmanatee.com.Toinquireaboutguitarlessonsormoreinformationaboutjamsessions,call941-915-4694.
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The 75 Item Rule CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9
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candy.Nobirthdaycake.Nomagazines.Noexcuses.Nosecondguesses.
Thisallbegsthequestion,whatdoIreallyhavethatIabsolutelyneed?
Experienceshavealwaystaughtmethemostinmylife.ThatiswhyIlovebeingamother,whyIstrivedtobeablackbelt,andwhywritingissoimportanttome.
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My 75 Item Rules
I’mnotapttogetridofeverythingIhaveinmylifeandcramtherestintoa
backpacktotraveltheworld.TherearesomechangesthatIcanmakethatwouldfall
inlinewiththeconceptofThe75ItemRule,though,bututilizingamuchdifferent
criteria.
Why75things?Whynotthefiveeasiestthings,orthetenquickestthings,orthe
top25thingsthatweshouldbedoing,trying,orfeeling?Becausethatisnotenough.
Maybeweshouldnotlimitourselvessomuch.Whataboutmaking75theruleof
thumb?
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Spend75minutesaweekcomplimentingothers,volunteering,orvisitingsome
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Write75wordsinathank-younoteandsenditonitsway.
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Listento75differentsongsinamonth.
Meet75newpeopleinayear.
Identify75thingsthatyoubelievein.
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Post75positivemessagesoverthecourseofayearonyoursocialmediasites.
Give75centsafewtimesovertothehomelesspersononthesideoftheroad.
Say75times“IloveYou”tothepeopleofyourchoice.
Myoneandonlyrule.Dothe75thingsthatIrankasthemostimportantinmy
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Bergmann, Zoe Soler, Hunter Fioretto, and Michael Fioretto. Not pictured: Chaise Arpke,
Xander Cochran, Dannie Glassburn, Samuel Howells, Lindsay Neal and Joshua Shepherd.
Recently 13 local youths represented Manatee County at the 4-H District IX
Events Day in Sarasota. These youth earned the right to represent the county by
placing first at County Events on their demonstrations/illustrated talks, speech, and
Fashion Revue.
Their demonstration and illustrated talk presentations had titles such as: The 7
Breeds of Goats (Xander Cochan); Judging the Dairy Cow (Hunter Fioretto); The
Dairy Cow Digestive System (Michael Fioretto); Common Cattle Breeds of Florida
(Dannie Glassburn); Parts of Swine and Market Swine (Hezekiah Hendry); All
About Barrel Racing (Lindsay Neal); How Does Sight and Sound Affect Equine
Learning? (Lexi Parks); Horse Judging (Zoe Soler); Archery (Chaise Arpke); Learn
to Juggle (Riley Bergmann); and First Aid (Samuel Howells).
The speech title was: Signs and Symptoms of Medical Emergencies (Joshua
Shepherd). A hand-sewn fashion was modeled by Alyssa Pritchett in the Fashion Revue division. All 13 youths earned blue and red ribbons on their presentations while
Michael Fioretto and Joshua Shepherd walked away with medallions as well.
On hand were parents, grandparents, aunts/uncles, and 4-H volunteers. A club
leader and volunteers served as event judges in various categories. They were: Kelly
Houseworth (horse); Diane Allen (food preparation, food science, food safety and
nutrition); Kelly Lee (civic and leadership, career development, communication and
media arts, child and human development); and Carla Sager (leisure and performing
arts). District IX covers 4-H programs in Hillsborough, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas,
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What about A Summer Vacation?
Kathryn Newman
Ellen: Clark, let’s just skip the house of mud. I think Dodge City was enough for
one day. Besides, Catherine and Eddie are expecting us.
Clark: It’s living history Ellen. But if you’d rather see your cousins it’s okay by
me. Personally I’d rather see a pile of mud than Eddie.
Luckily, most of my family lived near me during most of my adult life, so we
were able to enjoy vacation time apart from visiting relatives…which proved most
enjoyable and relaxing. Whenever possible, we tried to plan a week-long vacation
with the kids and a separate vacation time as a couple away from the kids. If two
vacations weren’t possible due to time off or funds, then we always made sure we
planned something as a family get away and took a long weekend as a couple. Without fail, when all of the four kids are together, they will bring up some aspect of one
of our family vacations and we all end up laughing about it.
Please see What about A Summer Vacation CONTINUED ON PAGE 39
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Remember the Wagon Queen Family Truckster? Sure you do. It’s the wagon
Clark Griswold was given in place of the Super Sports Wagon he ordered from Mr.
Ed’s (not the talking horse) car lot. All he wanted to do was take his loved ones on
a cross-country drive to Wally World theme park for a fun loving, memory making
family vacation. Along the way, however, the Griswold family endured the dysfunctions of Cousin Eddie and Cousin Catherine, the “cruelty to animals” ticket, running
out of gas in the desert, the untimely death of Aunt Edna, the inner-city vandalism
of the Wagon Queen and being robbed by the mechanic/sheriff after running off the
road. Ah, summer vacation at its finest.
So perhaps the 1983 film, National Lampoon’s Vacation, doesn’t exactly depict
every family’s quest to find relaxation and adventure, but the movie did cause some
of us to relate to the pressures of planning, scheduling and paying for a vacation. We
could also relate to the unrealized expectations! The vacation we have in our mind is
often not the reality of how vacation concludes. There are unexpected time delays,
unforeseen expenses, unpredicted weather issues and unanticipated health related
concerns.
We’ve all heard ‘it’s not the destination, but the journey that matters most,’ but
for most American vacationers, the opposite seems to be true. As a matter of fact, according to an Expedia Survey, America is in the top six vacation-deprived countries
on the planet! Most Americans deprive themselves of vacations for several reasons
including lack of paid vacation time off, lack of funds and dread of ‘getting there.’ In
other words, Americans are more likely to stay close to home to avoid the nebulous
‘journey’ in fear of the unknowns associated with reaching their destination. Hmmmm…so the destination is important after all.
The Center for Economic and Policy Research found that out of four employees,
one will not get paid vacation time off. Employers in the United States are not obligated under federal law to offer any paid vacation, so about a quarter of all American
workers don’t have access to it. Of the employees that do get paid vacation time off,
75% will not take all of their accrued vacation time for fear they may miss something
important to their job while they’re gone, or even lose their jobs!
Most U.S. companies don’t like their workers to take off more than one week
at a time and when those employees are off, they are expected to check and answer
company emails. Because of job related fears, 59% say they will do some job related
activities while on vacation, which is why one out of ten say they cannot relax while
on vacation. “But the fear of layoffs and the ever-faster pace of work mean many
Americans are reluctant to be absent from the office -- anxious that they might look
like they’re not committed to their jobs. Or they worry they won’t be able to cope
with the backlog of work waiting for them after a vacation.” (A. Pawlowski, CNN)
This “robot-worker” mentality is why most Americans deprive themselves of
totally escaping with loved ones or friends to enjoy a vacation. With the average
number of paid vacation days being 13, most feel there’s not enough time to visit
another country or take a long cruise. Not true in other parts of the world where paid
leave is mandated by law. Japan, S. Korea and Canada’s average vacation days more
than double ours (measly 13!) with vacation-rich countries like Germany, France,
Spain, Denmark and Brazil more than tripling American time off. Want the most paid
vacation time? Be an Italian and enjoy 42 days off per year!
When we Americans do allow ourselves a little vacation time, the U.S. Travel
Association reports that the top leisure activity for domestic travel is visiting relatives. What do I think about using my coveted time off to visit relatives? I believe
Clark Griswold said it best in this exchange with wife, Ellen:
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Parrish Y Hosts Golf Tournament to Benefit
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Drive”
Saturday, May 9th marks the 23rd anniversary of one of America’s great
days of giving - the National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger
Food Drive. Letter carriers walk through the community every day, often coming face to face with a sad reality for too many, hunger.
So, each year on the second Saturday in May, letter carriers across the
country collect non-perishable food donations from our customers. These donations go directly to local food pantries to provide food to people in Bradenton
who need our help.
Last year, they collected over 72 million pounds of food nationally, feeding an estimated 30 million people. Over the course of its 22-year history, the
drive has collected well over one billion pounds of food, thanks to a postal service universal delivery network that spans the entire nation, including Puerto
Rico, Guam and U.S. Virgin Islands.
The need for food donations is great. Currently, 49 million Americans (1
in 6) are unsure where their next meal is coming from. Sixteen million are children who feel hunger’s impact on their overall health and ability to perform in
school. And nearly 5 million seniors over age 60 are food insecure, with many
who live on fixed incomes often too embarrassed to ask for help.
The USPS food drive’s timing is crucial. Food banks and pantries often
receive the majority of their donations during the Thanksgiving and Christmas
holiday seasons. By springtime, many pantries are depleted, entering the summer low on supplies at a time when many school breakfast and lunch programs
are not available to children in need.
Participating in this year’s Letter Carrier Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive
is simple. Just leave a non-perishable food donation in a bag by your mailbox
on Saturday, May 9th and your letter carrier will do the rest. The USPS invites
you to join in America’s great day of giving and help them in their fight to end
hunger.
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Senior Enrichment Center
Friends of
Rocky Bluff
Library
Need Book
Donations
for Fall
Book Sale
Calendar of Events for May
Renaissanceon9thisthearea’spremiermeetingandbanquetfacility,offering
elegantandfull-servicerentalspaceforweddings,events,andmeetings,aswellas
professional,on-siteandoff-sitecateringservices.
Renaissanceon9thiscentrallylocatedjustsouthofdowntownBradenton,and
houses the 9th Street Bistro offering affordable lunch with delicious daily soup,
quicheandsandwichspecials,MondaythroughFriday,11:00a.m.to2:00p.m.You
canstopbyGenerationsGiftShoporthenew2ndGenerationThriftShopandbrowse
thelatestinfashion,jewelry,bags,gifts,andhomeaccessories.Thegiftshopand
thriftshopsareopentothepublicMondaythroughFriday,8:00a.m.to5:00p.m.
TheSeniorEnrichmentCenteratRenaissanceon9thhasamotto-“Livenow–
agelater!Forthefun&over50.”Itislocatedat18169thStreetWest,Bradenton,
Florida34205.Thephonenumberis941-749-0100andthewebsiteiswww.renaissanceon9th.orgwhereyoucanobtainmoreinformation.
ManyactivitiesareofferedatRenaissanceon9th.Herearethehighlightsfor
May:
Great Classes!
Yoga For Cancer Patients and Survivors - Tuesdays, 2 to 3:30 p.m.: Facilitated
bytheCenterforBuildingHopeandhostedbyRenaissanceon9th,thisyogaclass
isdesignedforcancerpatientsandsurvivorstohelpcultivatehealingandawareness
andtohelpreducestress.Thisclassisopenonlytocancerpatientsandsurvivors
andisfreetoattend.NoRSVPnecessary.Formoreinformation,call941-749-0100.
Italian Study Group - Wednesdays at 10:15 a.m.: Thisclasswillfocusonteachingparticipantsthefrequentlyusedconversationallanguage,travel,cultureandhistoryofItaly.CostisFreeformembersand$2fornon-members(perclass).For
detailsandreservations,call941-749-0100.
Tai Chi - Tuesdays (Beginner) and Thursdays (Intermediate) at 11:30 a.m.: DuringtheseintroductoryclassesinTaiChiandQigong,participantsmaybuildstrength,
increasebalanceandflexibility,andimprovehealthandwell-being.Freeformembersand$5fornon-members(perclass).Fordetailsandreservations,call941-7490100.
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EachyeartheFriendsofRockyBluffLibrarysponsortwoBookSales.These
Book Sales are extremely important for they raise funds that go back to support
Rocky Bluff Library. In the past those funds have gone toward projects such as
improvingthefoyerwithnewfurniture,cabinetryandtheArtWall;payingforchildren’sprogramsthroughouttheyear;sponsoringprogramsforadultssuchasmusicconcerts,AsoloPlayersandcrafting;andothervariousprogramsandprojects
neededtomakeourlibrarybetter.
TheFriendsaskthatyoudonateyour“gentlyused”books,puzzles,CDsand
DVDstohelpbuildagoodinventoryforthefallBookSale.Ifyouareleavingforthe
summermonthsandwanttodosomehousecleaningorhavealreadyreadanumber
ofyourfavoritebooksandwouldliketoseesomeoneelsegetthebenefitofthem,
pleasedonatethemtotheFriendsfortheBookSale.
Allyouhavetodoisbringthemtothelibraryandgivethemtoalibrarian.The
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Volunteers needed
Meals on Wheels PLUS depends solely on volunteers to deliver
daily meals to homebound seniors. It requires only 1½ hours a
day, one or more days per week. Routes are available throughout
Manatee County and several options are available for meal pickups.
If you can help, please call 941-749-4655 for more information.
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InApril,GrapesFineWinesmovedacrossthehallin
the same building to a larger area much more suitable for
winetastingandotherevents.Theshopislocatedat3904
USHighway301NinthehistoricoldEllentonfirestation
building.Thewineshopisontherightsideofthebuilding
andBackyards‘NMoreoccupiestheleftside.
Grapes Fine Wines is owned and operated by Mike
andStephanieOhmeofParrish.Theproprietorshavespent
countless hours researching and sampling fine wines from
aroundtheglobeinordertoprovideonlythebestwinesbut
ataffordableprices.Manynewwineshaverecentlyarrived.
Theownershavereceivedravereviewsafterthefirstcouple
of wine tasting events. Wine tasting are planned for the
summermonths.Thetastingarefree.Gototheirwebsite
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RegularstorehoursareTuesdaythroughSaturdayfrom
2:00to9:00p.m.Checkoutthestore’sFacebookPagefor
thelatestupdatesonevents.Formoreinformation,please
call 941-479-1982 or go to their website at www.GrapesFineWines.com.
Above the front of the expanded Grapes Fine Wines located at 3904 US Highway 301 N in Ellenton.
At left the owners: Stephanie and Mike Ohme of Parrish.
Extension CONTINUED FROM PAGE 14
Parrish Village News page 26
NORTH RIVER CHURCH OF CHRIST
This World Is Not Our Home
One of the most profound thoughts of the Sacred Scriptures was captured in the words of a hymn
many years ago: “This world is not my home; I am just a-passing through; My treasures are laid-up
some where beyond the blue!” The Bible speaks of Christians as “strangers and pilgrims” (1 Peter
2:11). The word translated “strangers” in the King James Version refers to “sojourners,” persons who
are temporarily dwelling in a place. The word translated “pilgrims” stresses the idea of moving on to
something better. The two together then present a picture of a transitory existence concerning this
world in anticipation of that which is to come.
While this is especially applied to Christians, really it is true of everyone on planet earth: for no one
has a lease on life here or a permanent hold on the physical realm of existence. The Bible itself
states clearly, “It is appointed unto every man once to die; and after that, the judgment” (Hebrews
9:27). James expresses it by way of a rhetorical question, “For what is your life? It is even a vapor
that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away” (James 4:14). Like a wisp of smoke, a drop
of dew, or a puff of water vapor our existence in this world is both brief and temporal.
That then being the case, of what does our life consist? Is this all there is? That is the dictum of
skepticism and the hope of atheism. Death is viewed as the cessation of existence itself. But what
meaning does that give to one’s existence? What is accomplished in such a finale for life? It implies
a purposeless existence, as ell as a temporary one. One is passing on to nowhere! One is accomplishing nothing of any real or lasting importance, given this view of existence. It is as hopeless
ultimately as it is meaningless. Humanity is viewed simply as one more species doomed at some
point to complete extinction coming from nowhere and going nowhere.
The message of the Bible, however, is one of hope. It lifts the veil of death, peers into the mist
beyond, and proclaims a better day, a better place, and a continuing existence. It sees death as a
doorway, not an end point. For the Christian death is an entrance into that which is to come, a plane
of existence more wondrous than the grandest beauties this mortal world can afford (cf. John 14:13; Hebrews 11:8-16,37-40; 13:14; Revelation 21:1-22:21). That entails a purposeful existence, and
thus a meaningful life. It also bespeaks of an ongoing, eternal existence, the possibility of happy
reunions, and the steadfast and sure hope of a permanent home.
This is the view of life that the North River Church of Christ stresses in its own teaching. Come and
see! A message of hope for the future, comfort in sorrows, joy in accomplishments, and purpose in
living! The times of our services are as follows: 10:00 A.M. for Bible Study; 11:00 A.M. & 6:00 P.M. for
Worship, each Sunday; and 7:00 P.M. each Wednesday for Bible Study. We have Bible correspondence courses with free postage available upon request. We also conduct at home Bible studies
upon request. We may be contacted at the following number: (941) 776-1134, or visit us on the web
at NorthRiverChurchofChrist.org.
North River
Church of Christ
Thursday, May 28, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m., Smart IRRIGAtion and Landscape Tips:
This class satisfies the irrigation and landscape educational classes for the Manatee
County Outdoor Water Conservation Rebate Program. This class will focus on how
to adjust your in-ground sprinkler system to conserve water, how you can repair
parts, and the benefits of installing smart irrigation devices. We will have a brief
discussion on Florida-Friendly landscape tips. Register online or call Joann.
MANATEE COUNTY MASTER GARDENERS EDUCATIONAL GARDENS
Located on the Extension Service grounds, the educational gardens are designed
to showcase the different ways Manatee County residents can be more successful
gardeners and make their yards more Florida-Friendly. As you stroll through the
gardens you will notice creative ways to use wheel barrels, a fountain, and a salad
table for your gardening needs along with using rain barrels for plant watering. The
Master Gardeners invite you to come for a tour! To ensure that a Master Gardener
can walk you through the gardens, please make an appointment by calling the Master
Gardeners’ Plant Diagnostic Clinic (941) 722-4524. Staff may not be available for
impromptu visits. Master Gardeners are staffed Monday through Friday, (9:00 a.m.
- 4:00 p.m.) and closed Wednesday.
Additional Information
1. The Manatee County Master Gardener monthly E-newsletter, The Master Gardening Bench,
is available to download at http://bit.ly/ManateeMGnewsletter -- look for The Master Gardening
Bench on the right of the page and click on “Monthly E-newsletter.”
2. Can’t make it to the Manatee County Agriculture and Extension Service office to get advice or
to solve your gardening problems? E-mail us at manateemg@gmail.com. Be sure to include as
much information as you can in your e-mail and include your telephone number in case additional
information is needed. Attach photos if possible. Remember, a photo can be worth a thousand
words!
3. Get FYI from FFL (Florida-Friendly LandscapingTM Program). Visit the Manatee County
Florida-Friendly LandscapingTM Program page on Facebook and “like” us to stay current on
workshops and classes, events, publications, tips for your landscape, plant information, and more.
4. Interested in having a beautiful landscape while saving water? The Manatee County Agriculture and Extension Service offers a Mobile Irrigation Lab with a FREE evaluation of your
landscape and irrigation system. Call Bob or Martha at 941-722-4524 today to schedule your
free evaluation.
5. Ask an Extension Master Gardener! 2nd Saturday (10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.). visit the Master Gardener information table and get answers to your gardening questions. Location: South
MAnatee Library, 6081 26th Street West, Bradenton.
6. Ask an Extension Master Gardener! – Every 2nd and 4th Saturday (10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.),
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Parrish’s Kim Betts Was Born Singing!
Parrish Village News page 27
At right is Kim Betts.
If you have been to the Chili Cook Offs or the recent concerts sponsored by the Parrish Arts
Council, you have no doubt seen the performance of Kim Betts and the Gamble Creek Band. They
are energetic, entertaining and thoroughly enjoyable!
Kim was born in Manatee County and her parents Barbara and Dickey are both Floridians. Below are the Gamble Creek
Kim’s parents divorced when she was four and she and her mom moved to Wilmington, North CaroBand members:
lina, and then later moved to Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin where she graduated from high school. Kim
Peter Siricuse, Lead and
graduated from San Jose State University with a BA in Theater Arts as well as a double minor in
Music Director; Teagan
Dance and English Literature. Rivers, Vocals; Kim Betts;
She has always been a performer - from writing and directing backyard productions with her
Evan Steele (front) Rhythm
friends at an early age to being on stage performing in South Pacific. After her graduation her father and Vocals; Grant Gingrich,
was getting his band back together so she had the opportunity to go on tour with the Allman Brothers Mandolin and Vocals; Ned
Band for their West Coast swing of their tour. When the band went back east, Kim worked in theater Lamarti, Bass; and Michael
Brisette, Drums.
shows in California. She married Scott Gingrich and then decided to put her acting aspirations on
hold for her return to Florida to raise her children, Grant and Nicole. Grant oftentimes (with school
activities permitting) plays mandolin in the band. She tried her hand at Manatee Players and landed
the part of Lina Lamont in Singing in the Rain where her father saw the performance.
Dickey said that it surely looked like a lot of work and hope she got paid a lot for her efforts. She
laughed and told the facts of the matter. He then replied that he would help her form a band and she
did just that and started playing around Bradenton at local night spots and for events. And . . . that’s
how the Gamble Creek Band was formed. By the way, Kim’s home is nested on Gamble Creek in
Parrish, hence the name of the band!
She puts special interest on the concept that “family comes first.” She balances her aspirations
and music with being a mom and wife. Her husband, Scott, helps out with the band performing the
responsibility of sound technician in addition to his full time career as a pharmaceutical representative.
One of Kim’s biggest attributes is her connection with her audiences. They feel involved and
“into” her music. Her theater background and stage presence provide her with the poise and easygoing ability to be such a good performer.
Her dreams include writing more music, doing more recording. She is writing an entire show
for Manatee Players called “Steel, Strings and Stars.” It will be a tribute to what made country music
what it is today. Look for it coming soon. For more about events she has scheduled go to her website at www.gamblecreek.com or visit her
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Haveyouevernoticedhowwellweputtontheputtinggreenwithnothingonthe
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a10-footputtforthewinortie?Theemotionsaretotallydifferentfromwhatwe
feltontheputtinggreenpriortotheround.Howdowetrainouremotionstoreactto
pressuresowecanperformattheoptimumlevelunderstress?
This month’s tip discusses ways to deal with the stressful situations. I once read
whereCoachKofDukebasketballfameexplainstohisplayersthateveryoneisgood
inthebeginningwhentheyarefreshandalert.HecoacheshisplayerstobeGREAT
attheendofthegamewhentheyarephysicallyandmentallydrained,whenthey
havetoreachdeepdowninsideandproduceattheirhighestlevels.
Golfisnodifferent.We’reonthecourseforhours;it’shotandhumid,thecompetitionisexhausting;yetwehavetoperformasifwejuststeppedoutoftheshower.It
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 Showuptothecoursereadytoplay.Feelconfidentandexcitedthenholdthat
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 Thinkpositiveandalwayshaveaclearpictureofsucceedingpriortomakinga
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 Practicewhentiredandlowonenergy.Learntomakeboththeeasyandtough
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momentslateintheround.
 Practicewithafriendandhavecompetitions;learnhowtotrainmindandbody
torespondtostressbyputtingsomethingontheline.
 Finally,allthetopprofessionalssaythemostimportantthingtoperforming
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5 Reasons Adopting a Dog or Cat is AWESOME
“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul
remains unawakened.”
- Anatole France
The joy of living with animals has touched all of our lives, whether as a child
growing up with a family pet or taking care of an animal on your own.
For those of you who are thinking of adding a dog or cat to your family, please
consider adopting rather than buying your fur-ever friend. We have compiled a list
of our favorite reasons why rescuing a dog or cat is awesome.
1. YOU SAVE A LIFE
Around 2.7 million adoptable dogs and cats are euthanized each year in the United
States (Humane Society) simply because too many people give up their pets, and too
few people adopt from shelters. There is limited space, resources, and staff at shelters, making it difficult to keep all of the animals waiting for adoption.
By adopting from a private humane society or animal shelter, rescue group, or the
local animal-control agency, you’ll help save the lives of two animals—the pet you
adopt and a homeless animal somewhere that can be rescued because of space you
helped free up.
2. AGE AIN’T NOTHING BUT A NUMBER
When you adopt, you get your choice of any age. Puppies and kittens are cute and
cuddly, but they can also be a handful. An adult pet may be a better fit for you. Often, they are already house-trained and know basic cues, making them an easy fit for
a family.
3. HEALTH IS WEALTH
When you adopt from a shelter or rescue center, you adopt a pet who has received
good care. Most shelters examine and give vaccinations to animals when they arrive,
and many spay or neuter them before being adopted. It is a common misconception that animals end up in shelters because they’ve been abused or done something
“wrong.” Many times it’s because families can no longer give them a proper home,
due to divorce, lack of time and financial constraints.
4. MONEY, MONEY, MONEY
Adoption costs range from $50 to $200, depending on the shelter or rescue group. This is a bargain! Especially if the animal has already been vaccinated and either
spayed or neutered.
5. UNCONDITIONAL LOVE
An adopted pet is every bit as loving, intelligent and loyal as a purchased pet, even if
you get an adult or older animal. Not only do animals give you unconditional love,
but they have been shown to be psychologically, emotionally, and physically beneficial. Caring for a companion animal can provide a sense of purpose and fulfillment
and lessen feelings of loneliness and isolation in all age groups.
Put simply, pets aren’t just good friends; they’re also good medicine and can improve a person’s well-being in many ways.
Visit one of our local Manatee County Humane Society or other rescue groups in our
area to meet your new best friend today.
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If you have needs or questions on this
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feel free to stop by and ask an
associate at Pets Plus.
Mon - Sat: 9 - 8 Sun: 11 - 5
8943 US HWY 301 N - Parrish, FL 34219
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Saturday, May 2nd, 16th & 30th - 1 - 3 PM
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5 Steps to Children’s Good Dental Care
Step 4: Healthy Snacks
Dr. Patty Schnur, Parrish Children’s Dentistry
Parrish parents, can you believe school is almost out for summer!?! The end
of the school year brings mixed emotions for most parents. I’m always happy for a
slowed down lifestyle at our house during summer. We have time to do the things we
can’t do during the busy school year.
And let’s admit it, for most of us that includes taking our children to the dentist! In May’s Dental Health column I am discussing the fourth of five steps that can help
your child stay in the 50 percent of school children who have never had dental decay. The list consists of:
1. Good home dental care
2. Fluorides
3. Sealants
4. Limited snacking
5. Regular visits to a dentist
Easy, right? Well, as you and I both know, nothing is ever as easy as it seems
when kids are involved! My name is Dr. Patty Schnur. I’m a general dentist, practicing in northern Manatee County. My practice, Parrish Children’s Dentistry, is limited
to children under 18 years old, and I hope to help parents in this area understand how
they can influence the dental health of their children in a positive way.
These days, snacking is a huge issue for parents and children. Usually, we think
of snacking and its contribution to childhood obesity, which has received a lot of attention lately. But snacking can have a big impact on children’s dental health, too. Since dental decay is the most common chronic childhood disease, in fact four times
more prevalent than asthma, let’s take a look at its cause.
Cavities can’t happen without any one of these three components: oral bacteria,
sugar, and time.
The equation goes like this:
Bacteria + sugar = acid. Acid + time + teeth = cavities
So since cavity causing bacteria are in everyone’s mouth, we have to control the
amount and duration of carbohydrates (sugars) for our children. Unfortunately, sugar
is everywhere parents turn. It’s at school, sports practice, church activities, and at
relatives’ houses. Add to that the fact that hectic schedules force erratic eating patterns and we see that children encounter
opportunities for snacking all day long. So what is the solution?
This is what I do for my own children and recommend for my patients. I pack
lunch for my children so I know what they are eating. High protein foods, like hard
boiled eggs, low sugar yogurt, string cheese and bite-sized pieces of chicken keep
kids full. At home, we have lots of fruits and veggies easily available for hungry kids
to snack on, like apples, sliced cucumbers, plums, baby carrots, grapes and strawberries. Eating fruits and veggies that are in season keeps these snacks from being cost
prohibitive. We don’t do sticky fruit roll-ups or sweet beverages. Since we don’t
have allergy problems we also have nut snacks like trail mix and peanut butter. Most
of these snacks have some carbohydrates, but also have staying power due to the proteins and “good” fats. The fruits and veggies have vitamins that kids need, but they
aren’t sticky, so their sugars aren’t hanging around in kids’ mouths for very long. A
nice cup of water after snacking can also help wash away the remnants of carbohydrate foods.
The good news is there are a few simple changes that can make a big difference
for kids’ oral health. First of all, you are the parent, you know what is best, so stick
to your guns about nutrition. Avoid sticky, sugary snacks. Think ahead and have
healthy snacks ready to go for kids, in backpacks, the car, etc. Just because food is
available (at school sports, movies, after school activities and baseball games, etc.)
doesn’t mean kids need to eat. And another really important one, model healthy eating habits. Kids learn what they see every day. Show them what healthy eating looks
like by living it.
Reducing the duration and carbohydrate content of snacks will go a long way
toward a lifetime of oral health. If you have any questions about dental health you’d
like me to address in this column please feel free to contact my office at 941-7765135.
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Williams Will Host Walk-A-Thon on Friday, May 15th
Williams Elementary will host their Annual Walk-A-Thon
on Friday, May 15th. This year’s theme is “Survivor” and
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Have you ridden the Train from Parrish to Willow?
Norma LeGrange Kennedy
Thetownof“Willow”wasestablishedasasawmill
townbytheRobbinsFamily.Atthesitewasasawmill,
turpentine stills, the Robbins home, church, general
storeandworkers’homeseachhavingtheirowngarden
plot,alongwithahouseofprostitution.Also,therewas
aPostOfficethatwasestablishedin1889.
The demise of Willow was the great depression.
ThepriceoflumberhadgottensolowthattheRobbins
familycouldnotmakealiving.Themillwasclosed,
butthefamiliesresidingtherewereallowedtolivein
theircompanyhomes,freeofchargewiththehopeof
somedayreopeningthemills.
TheRobbinseventuallyhadtomovetheoperation
toTampaandtothisdayremainsthere.Theoldsteam
enginethathauledthelumbertomarketsitsondisplay
attheirTampastore.Theworkersthatremainedeither
wenttoworkinTampaormovedontoworkelsewhere.
Thesiteofthesawmillandturpentinestillwerelocated
immediatelysouthasyoufacetheabandonedtracks.
The Florida Railroad Museum operates on a six-
mile railroad line between Parrish and Willow. This
organizationisworkingtorestoresomeoftheoldsites
suchasmaintenancefacilitiesinWillow.
This Steam Engine is the actual engine used at the Willow
Sawmill until it was retired. It is on display in front of the
Robbins Lumber Office in Tampa. Photo Courtesy of Mike
Woodfin.
Turpentine Still. Courtesy Mike Woodfin.
This railroad line that the Florida Railroad Museumusesisaverysmallpartofa55-mileroutethat
was built south from Durant to Manatee County and
intoSarasotaCountywithconstructionstartingin1895.
It was first incorporated in 1902 as the United States
andWestIndiesRailroadandSteamshipCompany.It
became the FloridaWest Shore Railway before being
engulfedinthe“SeaboardAirLineRailroadCompany.
Therailis85poundsandjointed;itisaclassItrack.
ArailroadtrussbridgecrossingtheLittleManatee
River built in 1913 remains as do foundations of the
oldbuildings.Therailroadbridgeisinneedofrepair
beforeitcanbeusedagainandsomeoftherailsleadingtoitonthesouthsidehavebeenremoved,sothat
trains cannot currently travel across it. On the north
sideoftherailroadbridge,ataboutSaffoldRoad,allof
therailshavebeenremovedfromtherestofthisroute
northtoDurant.Thisabandonmentoccurredin1896.
AtWillow,thereisarailroadspurthatleadseast
offofthemainlinetoFloridaPower&LightCompany
plant.CSXtransportationprovidesrailservicetothe
plant.
Willow is considered one of the Ghost Towns in
Florida.TheareaofWillowisaccessiblefromWillow
RoadoffU.S.Highway301N.
ParrishisproudtohavetheFloridaRailroadMuseumlocatedinourcommunityasitbringsinthousands
ofpeopleintoourcommunity.Also,theParrishCivic
Association,theParrishArtsCouncilandTheParrish
Foundation are extremely proud to be allowed to use
Willow Bridge. Courtesy Eric Austin.
theirfacilityforthespringHeritageDayFestivaland
ChiliCookOffandthefallMusic & Art by the Train
concerts.Weareespeciallyproudoftheirhardwork
inputtingonThomas the Train,The Hole in the Wall
Gang,alongwiththeMystery Train,otherspecialevent
trainridesandregularweekendtrainrides.
References:
FRRMWebsite(http://www.frrm.org/about. html)
Willowonghosttowns.com(http://www. ghosttowns.com/states/fl/willow.htm)
Wikipedia(http://www.wikipedia.org/wiki/ willow.florida)
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Stuart Bozeman with a nice redfish he caught recently while fishing
in Tampa Bay with Capt. Ric Liles.
Atthisverymoment,fishinginTampaBayisasgoodasIcaneverrememberitbeingandIhavebeenfishingthesewatersalongtime.
ThefirsttripIrememberwasin1971whenIgotmyfirsttasteofsaltwaterfishingasachild.Thefishinghasnotonlygottenbetterbythenumbersoffishweare
catchingbutalsobythesizesofthefishwecatch.Theseimprovementshavenot
gottenherebymistake;wehavebetterfishingduetogoodmanagementandalsoby
usasanglersbeingprudentandresponsiblecaretakerstothefishery.
Ifyoulistenyouwillhearguystalkingabouthowitusedtobeeasiertocatch
akeepersnookandtheyarecorrectaboutthat.Theamountofpressureourfishget
definitelyhasaneffectonthebiteanditcanbehardsometimestofindandcatcha
keepersnook,butthelawshavechangedandifthelegallimitwasstill24”,itwould
notbenearasdifficultatask.
Weshouldapplaudthestateforthedecisionstheyhavemadeofourfishingregulations.Ifyouweretogoback30yearsaroundhere,catchingatroutbiggerthan24”
wasaonceinaseasonthing,maybeeverytwoyears.Nowwecatch50ormorea
yearthatsizeandgettroutover30”occasionally.
ThestateregulationshaveaidedinthisbutIthinkourtroutfisheryhasexploded
totheplaceitisatisbecausealotofanglershavestartedgivingback.Abigmajority
ofchartercaptainsincludingmyselfwillnotkeepatroutbiggerthat23or24inches
longunlessithasbeenguthooked.Wereleasethesefishbacktothesystemforbetter
management.Therearealotofweekendanglerswhodothesamethinglookingto
thefuture.Ifwecontinuethiseffort,30”troutwillbethenorm30yearsfromnow.
Wouldn’tthatbegreatforourkidsandgrandkids?
IhopeyouarehavingthesameresultsinyourfishingthatIamhaving.Thebite
willhavetoslowdownasitcannotcontinueonthepacethatitisonforever,butwe
asfishermenneedtoenjoyitwhileitlast.
Untilnexttime,goodluckandbesafeonthewater.Remember:don’tletyour
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Living History Drama Celebrates 5th Year of Production
Manatee County Historical Commission is pleased to announce the 2015 production dates for Season V of Spirit Voices from Old Manatee. This popular living
history drama features costumed actors who portray the early settlers interred in the
1850 Manatee Burying Grounds in Bradenton with riveting and haunting graveside
dialogues. Stories are based on narratives from archives, descendants, diaries, military logs, books and legend. The setting is dusk, the stage draped by century-old
mossy oaks. Here viewers learn more about the development of the area from 1840
to the turn of the century and gain an appreciation for the contributions made by pioneers to the Manatee lands through their triumphs, tragedies and amusing escapades.
Public Partnership has played a vital role in making this production a reality. Hundreds of people have been involved in some way over the years. First, it is the
support of corporate and private donors who recognize the value of this event to draw
residents, newcomers and tourists to learn more about life as it was in Southwest
Florida long ago. Second, a dedicated group of talented volunteers invest their gift
of time and talent to make the show entertaining as well as educational. Lastly, it
continues to enthrall enthusiastic supportive audiences each season. Some return to
see it yearly, others come back with guests to introduce them to the experience.
The 2015 production will be directed once again by Mark Woodland and will
take place the first three weekends of October: Week I: 1, 2, 3, 4; Week II: 8, 9,
10, 11; and Week III: 15, 16, 17, and 18. Tickets will go on sale September 8th. To
receive details about purchasing tickets, becoming a sponsor, auditioning for a role*
in the production or helping behind the scenes, please email Christine Brown, Special
Events Coordinator at christine.brown@manateeclerk.com or call Manatee Village
Historical Park at (941) 741-4075.
*Please Note: These are not paid roles. Talent will be acknowledged in credits. Those
with theatrical experience, and even those who have always wanted to test their talent, are encouraged to apply. Applicants who possess enthusiasm for local history,
comfort with public speaking, and good vocal projection are ideal. However, one of
the benefits this program has to offer the community is the growth participants experience through participation. Historical resources can be provided to participants
eager to know more, and coaching is available to enhance theatrical skills.
Please follow production announcements by visiting http: www.ManateeVillage.org and https://www.facebook.com/manateehistoricalpark.
This show is produced by the Manatee County Historical Commission and R. B.
“Chips” Shore, Manatee County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller, Department of Historical Resources.
About the Clerk’s Office
The Clerk of the Circuit Court was established as a public trustee by the Florida
Constitution in 1838. The Clerk of the Circuit Court serves as the Clerk of Courts,
the Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners, Auditor, Recorder, and Custodian of all County Funds. In Manatee County, the Clerk’s office also administers a
child support enforcement program, violence protection advocacy program and Teen
Court programs. Located at 1115 Manatee Avenue West in Downtown Bradenton,
the Courthouse is open Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Please be
sure to visit our web site at www.manateeclerk.com.
One of the settings for the
living history drama
“Spirit Voices of Old Manatee.”
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Call to Artists
Parrish En Plein Air
Let’s paint Parrish! On Saturday, April 25th from 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. lots
of Parrish artists gathered at the Parrish YMCA front lawn, 12214 US Highway 301
N, Parrish. They arrived early to choose their positions. A $5 donation to Parrish
Arts Council for participation was appreciated, but not mandatory. They brought
their own painting and clean-up supplies, drop cloth, non-alcoholic drinks, picnic, if
desired, and chair. Acrylic, oil, watercolor, pastel or sketch were used to sketch their
scenes!
In case you haven’t heard, the people of Parrish are setting out to develop an
identity of arts culture in their back yards. We are surrounded by the arts on all sides
and have many artists living in the area. Now is the time to help future generations
remember the small town of Parrish through the arts. The Parrish Arts Council is
comprised of artists and art aficionados who would like to create a visual representation of current and past scenes through painting en plein air, or, in open air. Whether
you are an experienced painter or just motivated to get experience, please consider
joining your Parrish artist neighbors in painting scenes of our area to be displayed at
future events, on your walls or sold at your festival booths!
For information on painting en plein air with the PAC, please contact Jerri Phillips, Fine Arts Committee, Parrish Arts Council at 941-809-5059 or www.parrishartscouncil.org. Look for announcements of future dates on our website.
Harrison Ranch Art Guild Hosts
Wine, Cheese and Painting Event
Five Local Artists Paint Group Paintings
On Friday May 1st the first evening of Wine, Cheese and Painting took place. Hosted by Harrison Ranch Arts Guild and co-sponsored by Harrison Ranch, the evening was a tremendous success. Five local artists painted group paintings and then
sold the paintings by silent auction to benefit five local organizations. The painting
started with each artist getting 15 minutes to paint the subject they chose, such as a
still life scene, historical Parrish landmark, or an orangutan. After only 15 minutes,
the paintings switched and the artists then continued to paint another artist’s painting
for 20 minutes. Each artist was able to paint on each painting.
Each artist donated her materials for the paintings and chose an charitable organization of her choice. Liz Estes painted for the Sarasota-Manatee Association
for Riding Therapy; Mavis Jan-Lai painted for the Rocky Bluff Library; Jerri Phillips painted for the Parrish Arts Council; Sally Wooldridge painted for the Harrison
Ranch Arts Guild; and Joanna Coke painted for the Safe Place & Rape Crisis Center of Sarasota. Many of these organizations had representatives that attended the
event. The event was appropriate for all ages. Inside the amenity center there was
painting where even attendees had a chance to paint on one group painting of a still
life of wine and cheese. Outside the event children played on an obstacle course
hosted by Crystal Gibson of Mommy and Me of Parrish. Brenda Tilton volunteered
to host a crafts, cookies, and punch area for the Free Kids Zone.
“I would like to thank everyone that came out for our event,” said Chi Kulig,
founder or Harrison Ranch Arts Guild. “Thank you to all the volunteers that helped
make this event such a great success. Everyone had a fabulous time! The artists
worked so well together to make lovely works of art. I would also like to thank the
generous people that purchased the paintings and donated to some very worthy local
organizations.”
The event also held a donation raffle where Keeton’s Office & Art Supply donated an art gift basket, and tickets to a local museum were raffled off by a private
donor as well.
For information about the Harrison Ranch Art Guild, please go to their website
at www.HarrisonArtGuild.com or call Chi Kulig at 860-983-3767.
See photographs on page 38.
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What’s Been Happening in Parrish in April
En Plein Air Artists Paint at the Old
Schoolhouse (Y) on April 25th
Work on the Fort Hamer Bridge
and Fort Hamer Road Has Begun
At left the “official” sign
showing work has begun by
Manatee County.
Artists arrived
early (8:30 a.m.)
with their supplies
and “set up shop”
to paint the Old
Schoolhouse and its
surroundings.
At right the crane is now operating down by the Manatee
River and pilings are beginning to go in the ground.
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Adoptions and news from the Humane Society of Manatee County
Why Adopt?
Every time you adopt an animal from the Humane Society of Manatee County,
you enable them to save the life of another animal in need of a loving home. Each
adoption also brings the Humane Society one step closer to becoming a humane community – a community where all adoptable animals find permanent loving homes and
euthanasia is no longer accepted as a means of population control.
The Humane Societty is proud of its efforts, and the Board, staff, and volunteers
of HSMC are committed to placing 100 percent of the animals brought to HSMC for
adoption into permanent, loving homes.
FAQ About Adoptions
What does the adoption fee include?
Not only do you take home your new best friend, but all of the animals are
spayed or neutered, microchipped and up to date on all their vaccinations. Pet insurance for 30 days is also included. Adoption fees are $75 for all the dogs and kittens,
$50 for adult cats 6 months or older.
What is the Selection Criteria?
Pets placed up for adoption need to be of sound temperament and good health.
Pets with a history of severe aggression or untreatable conditions are not suitable for
the adoption program. Many animals undergo substantial medical and/or behavioral
rehabilitation prior to placement for adoption. For example, the dog enrichment and
obedience program, staffed by a group of dedicated volunteers, works with all the
dogs to help them develop good manners as well as special needs dogs in order to
resolve behavior problems that otherwise would be a deterrent to adoption.
Do you ever get purebred dogs or cats?
It is estimated that about 25 percent of the animals brought to the shelter are
purebreds. If you are interested in a specific breed, check the pet lists to see if one
is available. The Humane Society of Manatee County also works with purebred
dog rescue organizations. Many times, these dogs are transferred from the Humane
Society to rescue groups who specialize in adoption of a particular breed. That way
HSMC has more room for mix breeds.
Can I return a pet I’ve adopted?
Yes, the Humane Society of Manatee County wants you and your pet to be a
good fit for each other and recognizes that despite everyone’s best efforts, sometimes
this doesn’t happen. Terms of return are:
The Humane Society of Manatee County will accept your pet back within 10
days of adoption. After 10 days each animal will be evaluated according to the
HSMC selection criteria. The adoption fee is non-refundable.
Please call 747-8808 to discuss your circumstances with a counselor and schedule a date and time for return.
“Like” the Humane Society of Manatee County on Facebook
Take a look at the HSMC Facebook page. You’ll find pets available for adoption, recent adoptions, special events that are coming up soon and many other news
about Society programs. You can also catch up on all the news about the Humane
Society’s programs. There is even a map showing the location.
Be sure to “like” them on Facebook while you are on the site!
Harrison Ranch Art Guild Event
Above - guests
watch the
process.
Far left
middle: Artists with final
paintings (L
to R): Joanna
Coke, Sally
Wooldridge,
Mavis JanLai, Liz Estes
and Jerri
Phillips.
Bottom: Kids’
Zone for kids
of painters
and guests.
What about A Summer Vacation CONTINUED FROM PAGE 21
In a recent survey of more than 1,100 U.S. adults on
vacation preferences, hitting the beach and other warmweather activities were the top choice of 29% of those
questioned, easily out-polling other pastimes such as
camping, visiting a spa or playing golf. The preference
for sun and surf was shared across all ages, income levels, genders and regions, the survey found and few will
venture outside of good old American soil.
Some 69% of those questioned said they planned
to visit the Sunshine State in the next 12 months. “While we weren’t surprised that sun and beach vacations were the overall winner, we were intrigued to
note that Florida was the Number 1 destination in every
demographic, even with other sunny spots such as the
Caribbean nearby,” said Alice Droogan, Vice President,
Global Cardholder Services, MasterCard Advisors. No
doubt, since four Florida beaches were listed in the Top
Ten U.S. Beaches with the number two spot being Barefoot Beach in Bonita Springs.
On a more global scale, the World’s most visited
tourist attraction is………wait for it……we’re talking
about in all of the world………LAS VEGAS! Seriously? Been there three times, never want to do that again! Other top 10 “World’s Most Visited Tourist Attractions”
included New York City and a few other New York related sites along with Disney World/Disney Land.
My ideal vacation includes a white sandy beach,
luxurious, 5-Star accommodations, gourmet a la carte
dining, spa treatments, sunny warm weather and someone else doing the laundry and cleaning while I sip a
cold beverage and read. Oh, and my husband…let’s not
forget to pack him for the trip.
So whether you get 13 days off or 42 days off
(c’mon America! You can step it up!), make sure you
take some time off to unplug, unwind, relax, let go and
enjoy whatever you set your mind to do. Again, I think
Clark Griswold said it best when he let the stress of the
journey from Chicago to Los Angeles roll off his back
and he made the decision to enjoy the destination!
Parrish Village News page 39
Coming
October 24th Another Great Concert
from the
Parrish Arts Council
Clark: Well I’ll tell you something, this is no longer a vacation...it’s a quest. It’s a quest for fun! I’m
gonna have fun and you’re gonna have fun! We’re all
gonna have so much (deleted word) fun we’ll need plastic surgery to remove our (deleted word) smiles! You’ll
be whistling Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah out of your (deleted
word) !!! HAHAHA!!! I gotta be crazy; I’m on a pilgrimage to see a moose! Praise Marty Moose!
Music & Art
by the Train
at the
Florida
Railroad
Museum
Mike Armstrong
Landscaping, Inc.
“Serving Manatee County Since 1978”
For All Your Landscaping Needs
Come see our varieties of plants for your landscaping needs!
“Give the gift that keeps on Growing”
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8475 69th Street E, Palmetto, FL 34221
Monday through Friday - 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Call ahead.
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Electrical Contractor
Charles Gullett - Owner
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asapower@verizon.net
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The Y.
Your Summer
Vacation
Destination!
We have a great summer planned for families at the Parrish Y!
Family Exercise Classes
Fitness Challenges
Swim Competitions
Parent/Child Games
Pool Parties
Sports Events
Visit www.manateeymca.org to check out our
Family Fun Summer Calendar of Events.
A membership to the Y
includes:
COUTTS
PROFESSIONAL CENTER
Office Suites from 100 sq. ft.
Utilities included
ELLENTON 7210 U.S. 301N
941-729-5599
Contact Sheila-mgr.
Boat, RV, Trailer storage avail. in back
Clean-Out
Maintenance
Quality Work
Dave Psimer
Design
Installation
Free Estimates
(941) 720-0239
100+ Group Exercise Classes such as; Zumba,
Tai Chi, Dynarow, PIYO, NEW SurfSet Fitness
NEW TRX, Cycling, and access to all branches!
Also enjoy swimming at our outdoor pool located
at Cross Creek. All members receive FREE “12
Weeks to a New You Program” when they join
the Y.
Our Family members receive $5 Swim Lessons
& $5 Sports Leagues, and baby sitting is FREE
while parent works out!
Parrish Y Summer Camp
“Camp Rivers Edge”
Your Passport
to FUN!
Try The Y
Saturday
May 16th
10a-12noon
FREE Admission
Learn more about
Summer Camp!
$0
Joining Fee
on day of FUN!
We have a NEW location at DaySprings, Episcopal
Center, 8005 25th Street East, Parrish
Register online or at the Y while space is still
available!
MANATEE YMCA
Parrish Branch
12214 US 301 N. Parrish, Florida 34219
www.manateeymca.org
941-798-YMCA (9622)
Parrish Village News page 41
May 2015
Trivia Answers
1. b. The Roman goddess of Spring, Maia
2. d. Emerald
3. c. Battle of Puebla
4. Rose
5. c. David Letterman
6. b. Pope John Paul II
7. d. 202 years
8. b. Decoration Day
9. b. The Civil War
10. c. May 30th
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Worship
Services
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
OF PARRISH
12125 71st Street East
Parrish, FL 34219
941-776-1533
Rev. Joe Skidmore, Pastor
Sunday Services
Bible Classes, all ages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9:45 AM
Morning Worship. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11:00 AM
Evening Worship. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6:00 PM
Wednesday Services
Youth Group Meetings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30 PM
Prayer Meeting and Bible Study. . . . . . . . .7:00 PM
Parrish Baptist Learning Center
Monday through Friday
6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
casualatmosphere,engagingmusic
relevantteaching,funkidsprograms
@ Williams Elementary School
3404 Ft Hamer Road
941-803-4722
Check our website for
Sunday Service Times
www.gonorthriver.org
Faith Lutheran Church
9608 Highway 301 North
Parrish, Florida 34219
941-776-1395
EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH
OF PARRISH
8305Highway301North
Parrish,Florida34219
ChurchOffice-722-0218
“Making Heaven a reality here on earth”
10 AM Sunday
6:30 PM Wednesday
A FRIENDLY, SPIRIT-FILLED GATHERING
Nursery & Childrens Ministry
5425 39th Street E, Bradenton, FL
www.moreofHim.org
941-806-7550
NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH
9422 Old Tampa Road
Parrish, Florida 34219
Church Office - 776-8687
www.nhbconline.org
Kevin Thompson
Senior Pastor
Sunday Services
SundaySchool(forallages)..9:15AM
AllAges
Worship..................10:30AM
Children’sChurch..........10:30AM
EveningWorship............6:00PM
Nurseryavailableforallservices
Wednesday
AdultBibleStudy&Prayer.....7:00PM
AwanaClub(ages3-6thGrade).7:00PM
WordofLife(Teens)..........7:00PM
Everyone Welcome
New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church
Rev. Rick Chaffin, Pastor
Sunday Services
9:00AM.......................Worship
9:00AM.......SundaySchool/BibleStudy
10:30AM......................Worship
10:30AM............Children’sChurch
Wednesday Services
5:30PM..............HandbellChoir
5:45PM....................Worship
6:00PM..Children’sandYouthActivities
6:30PM......................Choir
EVERYONE WELCOME!
(NurseryProvided)
MY FATHER’S HOUSE
7215 US Highway 301 N
Ellenton, FL 34219
Rev. James W. Berrien, Pastor
Saint Frances Cabrini
Catholic Church
Come Check Us Out
WE SAY YES TO CHRIST!!!!!!
Non-Denominational
Spirit-Filled Contemporary Worship
St. Mary’s Baptist Church
Erie Road
Parrish, Florida 34219
Reverend Fletcher Lawson, Jr., Pastor
941-776-3723
Fellowship Alliance Church
5735 69th Street East
Palmetto, Florida 34221
Phone: 941-723-9593
www.FellowshipAllianceChurch.com
Pastor Bruce Quackenbush
Sunday Services
6:00PMPrayerMeeting(inhomes)
Third Friday each month
1WayCafe-Doorsopenat7:00PM
The cafe offers: praise music, a
featuredartist,openmicandfreerefreshments.
Small Groups - call Church Office for times
Email: FellowshipAllianceChurch@gmail.com
Crossroads Christian Church
1400 10th Street W, Palmetto, FL
941-729-2327
Pastor Jeff Mohler
Bible Study - Sunday 9:00 a.m.
Church Services - Sunday 10:00 a.m.
Bible Study - Wednesdays 10:00 a.m.
Traditional Worship 8:15 AM
Contemporary Worship 9:45 AM
Blended Worship 11:11 AM
Sunday School 9:45 AM
www.parrishmethodist.com
12180 Highway 301 North
and CR 675 @ flashing yellow light
Back to the Word Church
Pastor : Dr. Jim Parker
7710 121st Ave. E, Parrish, FL 34219
155 W. Center Ave., Sebring, FL 33870
941-773-7081
Pastors;
Revs. Robert & Anne Barber (941) 776-9016
SabbathServices:
Saturday at 10:30 AM - Parrish, FL
Saturday at 5:30 PM - Sebring, FL
9:15AMSundaySchool-Allages
10:30AMPraise,Worship&Word
6:00PMBilingualService(English/Spanish)
(Coffee&Cookiesatallservices!)
NEWCHRISTIAN
NON-DENOMINATIONALCHURCH
YOUAREINVITED!
Sundays
Wednesdays
7:00PMWorship&BibleStudy
(Adults&Youth)
Bible-Based - Casual Dress
Nursery Available
ALL WELCOME
Atthechurchatthe“Y”
ComeworshipwithuseverySunday
6PM
StartingFebruary14th
There’s a place for you in My Father’s House!
ManateeFamilyYMCA,
12214US301NinParrish
PASTORDANNAWARA
phone:365-5433/920-5511
www.THELIVINGSANTUARY.COM
12001 69th Street East
Parrish, Florida 34219
941-776-9097
Pastor “Jay” J. Jancarz
Saturday Mass: 4:00 PM
Sunday Masses:
8:00 AM, 10:30 AM and 12:00 noon
(12:00 noon Mass from Christmas to Easter)
Confessions - Saturday 3:00 PM
Connecting people with the life-changing
power of Jesus Christ
(IntersectionofUSHwy301N
and72ndSt.E/AmsterdamAve.)
11915 82nd St E
Parrish, FL 34219
941-776-2568
www.faithparrish.com
Interim Pastor - Kenneth L. Hinrichs
Saturday Service - 4:30 PM
Sunday Services - 8:00 AM & 10:30 AM
Sunday School / Bible Study - 9:15 AM
Parrish United
Methodist Church
Dress Down & Be Yourself
Service Times:
Sunday 9:00 am & 11:00 am
WestCoast Church.com
11750 U.S, Highway 301
Parrish, FL 34219
(941) 776-2422
Sunday service at 10:30 a.m.
825 9th Street W, Bradenton, FL 34205
941-776-0026 - email: kingdomlifecc@aol.com
www.kingdomlifechristianchurch.org
Don Sturiano - Pastor
Nursery and children’s church provided
North River
Apostolic Church
of Jesus Christ
3914US301N
APOSTOLIC in doctrine
PENTECOSTAL in experience
941-723-9693
North River Church of Christ
13885U.S.Highway301North
Parrish,Florida34219
(941)776-1134
www.NorthRiverChurchofChrist.org
mailbox@NorthRiverChurchofChrist.org
Sundays
BibleClasses(allages).....10:00AM
MorningWorship...........11:00AM
EveningWorship...........6:00PM
Wednesdays
BibleClasses.............7:00PM
Personal home Bible studies
or correspondence courses upon request
ST. MARY’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
1010 24th Avenue West
Palmetto, Florida 34221
(941) 722-5292
Weekly Schedule
Sunday:
7:40 a.m. Holy Eucharist / Rite I
9:00 a.m. Adult & Children’s Sunday School
10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist / Rite II
Wednesday: 9:30 a.m.
Holy Eucharist & Healing Service
Thursday:
Smart Guys Tutoring
4:30 p.m.
The Rev. Glen Graczyk
First Baptist Church of Gillette
3301 Moccasin Wallow Road
Palmetto, Florida 34221
(941) 722-1937
contactus@gillettefbc.org
www.gillettefbc.org
Sunday Service
Sunday School - 9:30 AM
Children’s Worship - 10:30 AM
Worship Service - 10:30 AM
Everyone Welcome! (Nursery Provided)
Harvest Field
Community Church
Where you can count on Christ!
Non-denominational
Bible based - Christ centered
Worship Services
10:00 AM
Sundays
Nursery available
7710 121st Avenue East, Parrish, FL
Casual dress, warm fellowship
Music is a combination
of contemporary and hymns
Bible Study 7:00 PM each Wednesday
Pastor:
Rev. Terry L. Cary - 941-725-4150
“Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore to
send out workers into his harvest fields.”
Mat. 9:38 NIV
BETHISRAEL
The Jewish Congregation of Sun City Center
1115DelWebbBlvd.E.
SunCityCenter(813)634-2590
SHABBATSERVICESFRIDAYEVENINGAT7:45PM
TORAHSTUDYSATURDAYAT12NOON
Rabbi: Philip Aronson
Cantor: Dr. Sam Isaac
Parrish Village News page 43
April News from Williams Elementary School
Students Attend Positive Behavior Assembly
The theme for our 3rd Quarter PBS (Positive Behavior Support) Assembly was playground and popsicles! Students had to pay 10 wolfhowls to attend. Students who earned
wolfhowls (reward tickets) for exhibiting our PBS expectations of honest, responsible, respectful, kind and safe “paid” 10 wolfhowls to attend. It was a great time enjoyed
by all.
Students Display Art at Gamble Creek
Plantation Festival
Student Artwork from Williams Elementary was on display at the 15th Annual Plantation Festival held February 7th and 8th at the Gamble Plantation Historic State
Park. Students that participated and received certificates were: Brock Ramos,
Thiego Vega, Ava Mohler, Jadon Pacuraw, Madison Malanowicz, Madison Koutsoudis, Ava Doederlein, Natalia Madrid, Victoria Young, Kailey Holden. Pictured
separately: Tessa Riehs and Luke Kraus.
Teachers’ Retirement To Be Celebrated
at Williams
Teachers retiring are pictured (L to R) Pat McKinley (39
years), Nancy Watterson (36 years)
and Nancy McCabe (41 years).
If your child was a student
of Kindergarten teacher,
Nancy McCabe, and Second
grade teachers Pat McKinley and Nancy Watterson,
please plan to attend a retirement party on Friday, May
29th in our Media Center
at 3:00 p.m. Join the guests
of honor, along with other
friends and family members, to celebrate their many
years of service to the Manatee County School District.
There will be a money/gift
card tree for each teacher.
Please RSVP to the office
prior to May 18th.
Groups
Partner for
Reading
Program
at
Williams
The Early Learning Coalition partnered with the Tampa Bay Rays and the Kiwanis
Club of Bradenton for the Every Child a Reader program held April 13-17th. PreKindergarten students in Ms. Carter and Ms. Magliula’s classes were visited by Julia
Showers from the Salvation Army who read “Leo the Late Bloomer.” Each student
received his or her own copy of the book to take home and read with their family, a
bookmark and reading tips for parents.
Parrish Playworks Presents Play
Parrish Playworks presented “Red Rooster Tales: “The Train to Yesterday” to our
third through fifth grade students at Williams Elementary on Wednesday, April 29th.
Fourth grade teacher, Kelly Kincannon welcomed playwright and director, Karen
Romant, who introduced the play and the purpose of producing the play.
As a class assignment, 4th grade student, Colton Baal wrote how he would end the
legend of the “Indian Princess and the Warrior” as cast members acted out his version.
Following the play, students were given a chance to ask the cast questions about
Florida or Manatee County history, oral histories, taking stories from one’s family,
acting and auditioning for Parrish Playworks.
Thank you to the cast of Parrish Playworks for an educational and fun play!
Parrish Village News page 44
The Parrish Civic Association welcomes our new and returning members!
Thank you for your support!
Basic
Sandy Badger
Ralph & Tommie Bellrose
Millie Billick
Todd & Michelle Bosso
Glen & Debbie Chase
Frederick Dinse, Jr.
Don & Lenore Doucette
Peter Ghizari
Kent & Kathy Greene
Nick & Lourdes Jefford
John & Marilyn Kennedy
John & Rosie Korfant
Josephine Knoedler
Stacey Larkin
Joe & Connie LeBlanc
Dan & Ann Lyon
Tom & Gladys McLenahan
Bob & Mary Minter
Frank & Daryl Nosek
Sawyer Ramsey
Roger & Brenda Rodriguez
JoAnn Gillett Rogers
Robert Roth
Barbara Taketa
Community Booster
DW & Nancy Bailey
William A. Britt
Robert & CArolyn Cordes
Marian Erwin
Charles & Ilene Gaffney
Bernard & Sandra Hahnke
Debbie Hampton
David K. & Carmen J. Johnson
Don & Mercedes Kratz
Karen Mohl
Charles & Patsy Kudlec
Larry & Karen Murphy
Kathleen H. & Pam Parrish
Barbara Quinn
Travis & Dorothy Seawright
Mary & Dennis Zlosel
Parrish Sponsor
Gene & Jackie Bowen
Vickie & Joe Crupi
Marlene Ghezzi
Don & Cindy McKelvy
Joseph & Barbara Novak
Art & Peg Saltz
William & Katherine Turner
Community Patron
Carl Gomes & Rebecca Lowe
Tor Hultgreen
Donice Youngblood Michael
Dr. Mary Porter
Jerry & Sandy Titsworth
Join the Parrish Civic Association for 2015
The Parrish Civic Association has been going strong for over 30 years. In the beginning, it accomplished a really significant thing for Parrish - helping to establish
the Parrish Fire Department. This has had so much importance to Parrish.
After all these years, the Parrish Civic Association is still working hard for the common good of the community: organizing the Parrish Heritage Day Festival including the parade and Chili Cook Off, helping with the Parrish Children’s Christmas Party for needy children and families, helping to get the Y established in Parrish,
developing Overlays to the Manatee County Comprehensive Plan and the Village, and currently working with the Parrish Arts Council on cleaning up the corridor along
301 from CR 675 to Moccasin Wallow Road. We still have work to do.
Help us out in this effort by joining the Parrish Civic Association in 2015. A form is on page 47. Clip it out, complete it, enclose a check and mail it in today!
Help your community continue the efforts!
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At left tthe formal Opening
Cermenony for
the Pinewood
Derby.
Annual Pinewood Derby Held by
Cub Scout Pack 41 Stephanie Eige
Below: the derby
cars.
At right the track
is prepared for the
start of the derby.
Above: Marin Eige,
the only girl to
compete with Mom
Stephanie.
Keeping with the longstanding tradition of the Boy Scouts of America, Cub
Scout Pack 41 held its annual Pinewood Derby on Saturday, April 18th at St. Francis
Cabrini Catholic Church in Parrish. Pack 41 has 75 boys. There were five divisions based on the rank/age of the cub
scouts in addition to a sibling division. The winners were as follows:
Tiger (1st grade) – 1st Parker Hartmeyer; 2nd Charlie Moyer
Wolf (2nd grade) – 1st Max Stoner; 2nd Caleb Diamond
Bear (3rd grade) – 1st Jonathan Van Beuren; 2nd Thomas Burkhart
Webelo 1 (4th grade) – 1st Tony Genderaeau; 2nd Tyler Indermark
Arrow of Light (5th grade) – 1st Carter Krahnert; 2nd Jose Soto
Sibling – Marin Eige (The only girl to compete! Marin is in 1st grade and her brother, Emerson is a Wolf and was very proud of her.)
All of the competing boys also voted on their favorite cars bases on creativity
and design. The winners were as follows:
Tiger – Andrew Van Beuren
Wolf – Bodie Jernigan
Bear – Jonathan Van Beuren
Webelos – Erik Matson
The parents, friends and family in attendance also voted for their favorites. The
winners were as follows:
Most Creative – Bodie Jernigan
Coolest Paint Job – Max Stoner
Funniest – Peter Van Beuren
Best Overall Design – Jon Jernigan
A special award, the Turtle Award, was given to the slowest car of the day – it
went to Torian Zaagman.
The first Pinewood Derby was held on May 15, 1953 by Cub Scout Pack 280C
of Manhattan Beach, California. The tradition and flexibility of the event continue
to make it a fun part of many Cub Scout packs activities. Boys working side by side
with their parents to craft the perfect car is one of the best parts of the derby tradition.
Boy Scouts of America Cub Scout Pack 41 serves boys in Parrish, Florida and
the surrounding area that are in first through fifth grades including home school and
virtual school equivalents. Harvest Field Community Church located in Parrish is
their Charter Organization and generously supports our pack as we support their
community.
If you are interested in your child joining Cub Scout Pack 41, you may contact
Lisa Van Beuren at lisavanbeuren@gmail.com or phone her at 941-448-3451.
Below left: the trophies.
Below right: ready to
begin.
Left: refreshments.
“Our Name Says It All”
“WELCOME TO PARADISE”
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PARRISH OFFICE: 941-776-1411
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West side neighborhood, close to
beaches, restaurants and shopping
Kathy Woodruff 941-524-4190
$75,000
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great West side location
Barbara Bushard 941-405-8360
MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE CALL 941-722-5108
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Make Offer!
$19,900
2/2, great investment, furnished, washer
& dryer, utility shed, 55+ community,
bring offers!
Dawn Trook 941-962-0297 or 941-7230182
$17,900
Colony Cove 2/2, turnkey furnished,
private setting, 55+ community with clubhouses and pool
Terry Nipper 941-725-0433 or Bonnie
anny 941-807-5192
Great Location
$48,900
Ridgewood Estates 2/2, plenty of storage,
inside laundry, patio, pond view, furnished,
55+ community
Dawn Trook 941-962-0297 or 941-7230182
MOBILE HOMES WANTED FOR SALE OR RENT
RENTAL
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$1250 monthly. Terry Nipper 941-725-0433 or Bonnie Manny
941-807-5192
PARRISH
12244 US HWY 301 N.
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NORTH RIVER
2500 Blk of US HWY 301 N.
Ridgewood Estates 2/2 annual, furnished, storage shed with
washer and dryer. 55+ community with pool and clubhouses.
$1150 monthly. Terry Nipper 941-725-0433 or Bonnie Manny
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Parrish Village Newspage 47
Parrish Civic Association Corner
Dear Friends:
May 2015
Put October 24, 2015 and March 5, 2016 on your calendars
There are two future dates you need to mark on your calendar. The
first is Saturday, October 24th and that is the date of the Parrish Arts
Council’s Music & Art by the Train concert at the Railroad Museum.
Much more about the event later, but I can tell you that there will be
some amazing musical talent performing in Parrish on that date.
The second date is Saturday March 5, 2016 and that is the date of the
Heritage Day Parade, Festival and Chili Cook Off. This will be the
5th anniversary of the Cook Off and you can expect an exciting day
with lots of family fun. When this year’s round of grants are awarded
in the fall, the event will have funded over $110,000 in grants to the
small not for profit corporations serving Parrish area residents. Take a
bow – this has happened in large part because of your support.
Stop light or US Highway 301 N and SR 675 needed
There is a renewed push to convince FDOT that we need a stop light
at the corner of US Highway 301 N and 675. This is a very dangerous intersection and something needs to be done before a really bad
accident happens there. FDOT says their studies don’t show enough
traffic to justify the light but with the new Fort Hamer Bridge coming,
they need to reevaluate this. If you support asking them to do this,
please write a letter to: Secretary Billy Hattaway, FDOT, 801 North
Broadway, Bartow, FL 33831. Let’s make this happen!!
PCA Meeting on April 30th well attended
If you missed last Thursday’s PCA meeting, you can find a link to the
presentation at www.parrishflorida.com. Our thanks to Todd Anderson at Parrish Design for getting this up for us. Before the presentation started, we had pictures and maps of the new bridge location
along with the enhancements that will be made to Fort Hamer and
Upper Manatee River Roads on display. (There is a large crane in
place at the site and we understand that they should start driving some
test pilings this week.)
As for Thursday night’s meeting: we had a good group with a lot of
new faces in the audience. The two new committees the PCA is starting -- Marketing and Beautification – will help us begin to make real
progress in the renewal of the Village area. We will be having organizational meetings for both committees soon and if you are interested
in either being on the committees or just attending the meeting to
learn more about the committee send me an email with your contact
information.
Please feel free to contact me with any ideas or concerns about Parrish.
Ben Jordan
President, Parrish Civic Association
ben.jordan@verizon.net or (941) 776-9019
Message from the Membership Chairman
Dear Friends:
The Annual Membership Drive for the Parrish Civic Association began in January
for 2015. You should have already received a letter telling you it’s time to mail in
your annual dues. Please complete it and mail it along with your check. If you provide your email, we will send you notices of important meetings about development
in the area, meetings scheduled and events you might like to attend.
We appreciate your generosity and your joining the PCA. The only source of
revenue for the Parrish Civic Association is dues. Your dues go to help our organization in many ways: supporting the Parrish Children’s Christmas Party, funding for
the annual Heritage Day Parade and next year’s fifth Chili Cook Off (signs, posters,
publicity), helping to pay for the Ys Fall Festival held in October, helping pay for
bringing the Board of County Commissioners to our PCA meetings, bringing other
guest speakers to meetings and many other activities performed by the Parrish Civic
Association.
We now have over 400 members of the Parrish Civic Association. That’s a very
good number of people in the community who are interested in the Parrish community and making it the best place to live in Manatee County.
If you are interested in helping out on any of our activities and want to be on a committee, please contact Ben Jordan, our President, at ben.jordan@verizon.net. We
would be pleased if you would like to help. We have already met with several people
new to the area who are getting involved in our community’s activities. It is a lot of
fun and a great group of people who work to make a lot of activities occur.
And, volunteering is also fun. Every year, we need people for the Heritage Day Festival and Chili Cook Off and Parrish Arts Council as well as other activities during
the year.
We hope to see you soon in and around our Parrish community!
Cookie Jordan
Membership Chairman
RJo2344@aol.com
941-776-9019
Join the Parrish Civic Association.
Just clip out the form below
and mail it in with a check for your dues.
I wish to join the Parrish Civic Association.
Here are my dues.
Mail to Parrish Civic Association,
P. O. Box 257, Parrish. FL 34219.
(Please print.)
Name:
Address:
City, State, Zip:
Phone No.:
Email Address:
(Above information is for PCA use only. We do not give out or sell to outside parties.)
Please check one:
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New Member
$15.00 Basic Member (Member and Spouse)
$25.00 (Community Booster)
$50.00 (Parrish Sponsor)
$100 or more (Community Patron)
$500.00 or more (Community Sponsor)
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