Saturday, November 24, 2012
The fifth annual walk included a silent auction.
The fifth annual Plaza Bella Goes Pink breast cancer walk netted $21,053 for breast cancer research and support Oct. 20. This year's walk attracted more than 400 participants including the family of Antionette Cuellar, who lost her battle against breast cancer in May at the age of 48. The walk was dedicated in her memory and featured the release of white doves by her daughters, Alexandra, Alyssa and Olivia. See related content: Plaza Bella Hosts 5th Annual Fundraiser for Breast Cancer Hundreds Go Pink for Plaza Bella Breast Cancer Walk
Thursday, November 15, 2012
The event will take place Friday, Nov. 16 from 6 to 9 p.m.
The British will invade Plaza Bella Friday night when the merchants of the shopping center on Bloomingdale Avenue host their first British-American Block Party. Joining forces with the Brandon British Club founded by Bloomingdale resident Jen Johanson, the event will run from 6 to 9 p.m. and include fish and chips from Cheddar Biscuit, British rock n' roll from Big Beats Entertainment, a James Bond and Austin Powers costume contest, a display of Mini-Coopers along with a James Bond treasure hunt and trivia contest. One inspiration for the evening was The Green Boutique's newest offering, My Flat in London, an exclusive line of handbags, jewelry and accessories designed by Jan Haedrich. Residents can register to win a trip for two to London…
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
The fifth annual event was held Oct. 20 at Plaza Bella.
- BREAST CANCER AWARENESS
- D'Ann White
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Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Tears flowed as the daughters of Antionette Cuellar recalled their mother's giving spirit, her zest for life and her steadfast determination to beat the cancer that, nevertheless, took her life in May at the age of 48. The daughters' comments were followed by a rendition of Cuellar's favorite song, "The Climb" by Miley Cyrus, and the release of white doves in her honor. It was an appropriate remembrance for the woman who participated in and was the spokeswomen for the annual Plaza Bella Goes Pink walk. Although Cuellar was not physically present at this year's fifth annual walk on Saturday, Oct. 20, Plaza Bella Goes Pink founder, Roz Creager, owner of The Green Boutique, said she could fill her spirit with them. Friends and family members …
Friday, October 19, 2012
The fundraiser will take place Saturday, Oct. 20 starting at 9 a.m.
- BREAST CANCER AWARENESS
- D'Ann White
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Friday, October 19, 2012
Residents are invited to put on their walking shoes and head to Plaza Bella for the fifth annual Plaza Bella Goes Pink. The event, to support breast cancer research and the patients who are affected by breast cancer, will take place Saturday, Oct. 20 at the shopping plaza on Bloomingdale Avenue and Bell Shoals Road. According to Roz Creager, owner of The Green Boutique in Plaza Bella, 1078 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico, this year's walk is dedicated to Antoinette Cuellar, who died in May after a battle with breast cancer. Cuellar was the spokeswoman for the walk for two years. Registration begins at 8 a.m. and the walk will begin at 9 a.m. The first 300 people to register will receive a goodie bag. The cost to participate is $40 for …
Monday, October 1, 2012
The Riverview Chamber of Commerce helped with the celebration.
Anthony and Leena Caligiure, owners of The Original Leena's Chocolates celebrated one year at their current location on Monday. Members of the Riverview Chamber of Commerce showed up at 5:30 p.m. for a celebratory ribbon cutting. You can read about some of the stories and events that involve Leena's on Bloomingdale-Riverview Patch below. You can also read Leena's blog.
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
The Friday night Taste of the Caribbean fundraiser featured island music, food and drinks along with discounts and specials from the merchants of Plaza Bella.
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Wednesday, September 19, 2012
While the emphasis was on fun, the first Taste of Caribbean evening at Plaza Bella on Bloomingdale Avenue had a more serious purpose. The event Friday, Sept. 14, was designed to raise funds for A Kid's Place, a home for abused and neglected children in Brandon. During the festive end-of-summer celebration, residents enjoyed Caribbean-style foods, listened to music from the islands, courtesy of Big Beats DJ, and try island drinks provided by El Dorado Rum. Those who made a donation to A Kid's Place got to roll the dice for a chance to win a Sandals or Beaches vacation. Anthony and Leena Caliguire of The Original Leena’s Chocolates provided guests with chocolate treats while Debbie Ploor, owner of Orange Home Accessories, plied guests with…
Friday, September 14, 2012
The shops at Plaza Bella will host a Taste of the Caribbean from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Summer may be over but that doesn't mean you have to abandon that relaxed summer spirit. The merchants of Plaza Bella are joining forces with Sandals Resorts to offer residents A Taste of the Caribbean and a chance to win a Sandals or Beaches vacation. At a Taste of Caribbean Friday, Sept. 14 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., residents are invited to visit Plaza Bella at the corner of Bell Shoals Road and Bloomingdale Avenue to enjoy Caribbean-style foods, listen to music from the islands and try island drinks provided by El Dorado Rum. Those who make a donation to A Kid's Place, a home for abused and neglected children in Brandon, can roll dice for a chance to win a Sandals or Beaches vacation. Traventours Events & Excursions of Brandon will be on…
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
The event will benefit A Kid's Place in Brandon.
Celebrating the end of summer, the merchants of Plaza Bella are joining forces with Sandals Resorts to host A Taste of the Caribbean at Plaza Bella Friday, Sept. 14 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Residents are invited to visit Plaza Bella at the corner of Bell Shoals Road and Bloomingdale Avenue to enjoy Caribbean-style foods, listen to music from the islands and try island drinks provided by El Dorado Rum. Those who make a donation to A Kid's Place, a home for abused and neglected children in Brandon, can roll dice for a chance to win a Sandals or Beaches vacation. The event also will include raffles and specials from the businesses at Plaza Bella including The Cheddar Biscuit, Joel’s Pizza Palace, The Green Boutique, Salon Essence Spa, Tassle'…
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
The camp will take place Aug. 16 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Do you have a budding cake decorator in the family? Or perhaps your child simply enjoys experimenting in the kitchen. The shops of Plaza Bella is appealing to the sweet tooth in all children ages 8 to 12 with a Eats and Treats Day Camp Aug. 16 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Original Leena's Chocolates, 1048 E. Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico. Leena's is joining forces with Robeks Fruit Smoothies & Healthy Eats and Sweeties Delights for an interactive, hands-on workshop offering children a one-of-a-kind culinary experience. Children will receive a behind-the-scenes tour of Leena's, will make and package chocolates to take home, will prepare a smoothie and kid's wrap for lunch, will receive instruction on cupcake decorating and make their own …
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
The event will take place July 27 from 6 to 9 p.m.
The hot, humid weather may say otherwise. But to the merchants at Plaza Bella on Bloomingdale Avenue in Valrico, it's the season for giving. Merchants at Plaza Bella will celebrate Christmas in July Friday, July 27 from 6 to 9 p.m. (Green Boutique will be open until 8 p.m.) Customers are invited to get a jump on the holiday season with Orange Home Accessories, The Original Leena's Chocolate and The Green Boutique. Customers will enjoy a wine tasting by Cork & Olive, appetizers and live jazz music from saxophone player Jerry Kenny and singer Velvet Leonard. There will be faffles and holiday item previews at each venue. In addition, the merchants are asking everyone to bring a donation for A Kid's Place, a local organization that supports …
