Monday, March 30, 2009

2009 Summer Camp Registration is Coming Soon


The 2009 summer camp registration season is upon us! Whether you have plans for your child to attend a subject-specific camp or just want them to have some fun in the sun this summer, the Tampa Bay area has something for you!

For information about Pasco County Parks & Recreation summer camp opportunities, click here.

For Suncoast YMCA summer camp information, click here.

For Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA summer camp information, click here.

For other fun and educational summer camp opportunities in and around the Tampa Bay area, click here.

Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Florida Telecommunications Relay


Are you deaf or hard-of-hearing? Do you have a loved one who is deaf or hard-of-hearing? Try the Florida Relay Service today! It's easy - if you have a TTY/TDD telephone, simply dial 7-1-1 to connect with a household or business that uses a standard telephone.

If you need a specialized telephone, you can download the application here. Specialized telephone equipment is provided at no charge to Florida residents, age 3 and up, who are certified deaf or hard-of-hearing. For more information, contact FTRI at Voice: 1-800-222-3448 or TTY: 1-888-447-5620, or visit their website by clicking on the link below.

FTRI - Home

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

It's Chasco Fiesta Time!

The Chasco Fiesta runs from March 19-29, 2009, offering eleven days of family fun and entertainment in downtown New Port Richey, Florida.

Chasco activities include a street parade on March 21 at 1:00 p.m., a boat parade on March 28 at 1:00 p.m., the Coronation Ball, a beef barbecue, live music, a street carnival, Native American arts & crafts show, golf & softball tournaments, flea market & antique show, as well as the 5K & 1OK races. New to the Chasco Fiesta this year is the Wine & Art Festival, which will take place on March 28 from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m.

For more information, visit the Chasco Fiesta website!

Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Get a Real Live Person on the Phone!

Are you tired of navigating those automated phone menus in a futile attempt to talk to an actual person? Try GetHuman.com! This database of telephone numbers gives you the correct number to call and the correct actions to take to get to a real person as quickly as possible.

Didn't find the company you were looking for? Try get2human.com!

Thursday, March 5, 2009

Little Everglades Steeplechase

Looking for something to do this weekend? Consider the Little Everglades Steeplechase! A fun day of exciting horse racing and people watching this Sunday, March 8, this event also includes a carriage parade, children's activities, and a Jack Russell Terrier race. Tickets are $15 (presale) or $25 the day of the race. Click on the link below or call 1-866-770-5954 for more information.

Little Everglades Steeplechase :: Official Website

See you at the races!