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Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Attorney To Speak on Integrity

Tampa attorney Scott Tozian is scheduled to lecture on "Integrity in Our Communities" at the Cooley Law School in Riverview.

  Tampa attorney Scott Tozian will speak on "Integrity in Our Communities" Thursday, Feb. 28 from 12:15 to 1:45 p.m. at the Cooley Law School, 9445 Camden Field Parkway, Riverview. According to an announcement posted by the law school, Tozian’s program will take an in-depth look at character and fitness problems often encountered by Bar applicants. Thomas M. Cooley Law School’s Center for Ethics, Service, and Professionalism is hosting the lecture. For more information, click here. Got an announcement of your own? Post word of it for free in the Bloomingdale-Riverview Patch Announcements. ______________ Bloomingdale-Riverview Patch is an interactive community site, and we want you to get involved. Post a comment at the bottom of any story…

Saturday, February 16, 2013

Reader's Spotlight: Audition for the Senior Idol Contest

Auditions will be held Saturday, Feb. 16 at Spoto High School.

Are you a talented senior. Do you sing, dance or play an instrument? If so, you're invited to audition for the Bright House Networks Bright Stars Senior Idol contents. Auditions will take place today, Feb. 16 at 3 p.m. at Spoto High School, 8538 Eagle Palm Dr., Riverview. Each year talented seniors over 55 years take the stage to entertain and help raise money for senior charities in the Tampa Bay area. The top acts from four regional shows will take the stage on Monday, April 1 at Ruth Eckerd Hall. This year the audience will vote for a winner, with each winner receiving $500 for themselves and $500 for their favorite charity. To read more, click here. Got an event of your own? Post word of it for free in the Bloomingdale-Riverview Patch …

Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Reader's Spotlight: Marriage Retreat Planned Feb. 16

St. Stephen Catholic Church in Valrico will host "Radical Love: A Marriage Vocation Retreat."

Love is the wheel that drives faith forward. That's the premise behind the "Radical Love: A Marriage Vocation Retreat" scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 16 at St. Stephen Catholic Church, 5049 Bell Shoals Rd., Valrico. According to the event listing posted by Terry and Ralph Modica of Good News Ministries of Tampa Bay, this retreat is for longtime married couples, engaged couples and couples who are simply dating. The $20 fee per couple includes lunch. Find out more by clicking here. Got an announcement or event of your own? Post word of it for free on Bloomingdale-Riverview Patch. ______________ Bloomingdale-Riverview Patch is an interactive community site, and we want you to get involved. Post a comment at the bottom of any story. Upload your…

Monday, February 11, 2013

Reader's Spotlight: Singing Valentine's Day Telegrams

The Riverview High School Chorus will deliver musical valentines to businesses on Valentine's Day.

Looking for a unique way to surprise you sweetheart? Consider sending a singing telegram via the Riverview High School Chorus. In her event posting on Bloomingdale-Riverview Patch, Cheryl L. Linske-Krajewski tells readers that the chorus will deliver a choice of songs, personalized card and flower to a business or restaurant for $30. But be sure to order by Feb. 12. To find out more and see the list of songs available, see the event listing. Got an announcement of your own? Post word of it for free in the Bloomingdale-Riverview Patch Announcements. ______________ Bloomingdale-Riverview Patch is an interactive community site, and we want you to get involved. Post a comment at the bottom of any story. Upload your photos to our Pics & Clips …

Saturday, February 9, 2013

Reader's Spotlight: Tampa Wax Slingers Raise Funds for Guide Dogs

The Riverview business joined forces with the Florida chapter of Rolling Thunder to raise $2,000 for the Southeastern Guide Dogs Inc.

It seemed a natural collaboration. After all, what dog doesn't enjoy a car ride? At the request of the Florida Chapter of Rolling Thunder car club, Tampa Wax Slingers, a Riverview auto detailing service, organized car shows to raise funds for the Southeastern Guide Dogs Inc., a nonprofit that trains guide dogs for the blind. According to Tampa Wax Slingers co-owner Jessica Cianfrocca, who posted this announcement on Bloomingdale-Riverview Patch, the shows attracted up to 200 car owners, 100 motorcycling enthusiasts and more than 1,000 visitors. But the big winner in the collaboration was Southeastern Guide Dogs Inc., which received a $2,000 donation to help raise dogs for veterans with vision problems. Read more and see more of the photos …

Wednesday, February 6, 2013

Reader's Spotlight: Teach Your Baby Sign Language

Sunshine Signing will offer a four-week class for ages 6 to 36 months starting Feb. 6.

Babies can communicate long before they are verbal. So says Cammie Yick, owner of Sunshine Signing, who teaches babies 6 to 36 months old American sign language. Her next class begins today, Feb. 6, at 11:15 a.m. at Gumballs & Overalls, 3239 Lithia-Pinecrest Rd., Valrico. Find out more about Sunshine Signing in the events posting by Yick. Got an event of your own? Post word of it for free in the Bloomingdale-Riverview Patch events calendar. ______________ Bloomingdale-Riverview Patch is an interactive community site, and we want you to get involved. Post a comment at the bottom of any story. Upload your photos to our Pics & Clips gallery. Post an Announcement to share your news, or add an Event to our calendar. Post a blog in our Local …

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