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Barcamp Tampa Bay is one of the first programs that received funding through the Economic Development Innovation Initiative (EDI2). On the last Saturday in September, robot builders, code writers, Google Glass designers and about 750 other techies gathered at the USF College of Business to hear presentations, talk tech and network. EDI2 is the first program of its kind in the State of Florida. This program, an initiative of the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners, is focused on building a vibrant and sustainable startup community.
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~ Commission Spotlight ~
This week, Hillsborough County's Board of County Commissioners proclaimed October
6 - 12 as Fire Prevention  Week. The 2013 Fire Prevention Week theme, Prevent Kitchen Fires, serves as a reminder to stay alert and use caution when cooking to reduce the risk of kitchen fires. The proclamation helps raise awareness and reminds us to check our kitchens for fire hazards, use safe cooking practices, and support the many public safety activities and efforts of Hillsborough County fire and emergency services. Additionally, Fire Rescue staff accepted the proclamation in their special uniform shirts to show their support of the Pink Heals campaign, which is also during October and honors women fighting breast cancer.
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Parks, Rec and
Conservation Update
Looking for experts to lead fun, hands-on activities for kids of all ages? Let the Lettuce Lace Park Rangers come to the rescue with themes from fossils to photography and holiday gift making. Park Ranger programs accept walk-ins but prefer advance notice for large groups. The cost is just $5 per child, and while a parent must accompany the participant, adults are welcomed to join in, too. For more info, call Lettuce Lake Park at 813-987-6204.
Westchase Gymnasium Ribbon-Cutting Celebration
Across town, a recent ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Westchase Gymnasium revealed a huge fitness resource for all ages. The new center's located at 9791 Westchase Drive in Tampa (next to Westchase Elementary School). The 10,000-square-foot facility is now officially open and fast becoming a busy hub of health, nutrition, and sports activities for everyone from seniors to toddlers. If you go, prepare to be awesome!
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Call Center Hours Extended, Trash Trucks
to Work Longer
The nation's largest one-time roll-out of automated garbage and recycling collection debuted in Hillsborough County on Sept. 30, and staff is making every effort to accommodate customers.
While drivers for the three collection companies are adjusting to new routes, new schedules and new trucks, customers can also assist greatly in this transition by using their County-provided roll carts correctly. Instructions were given upon delivery, and the educational campaign continues. For more information, visit:
www.HillsboroughCounty.org/TalkTrash.
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Eat at Joe’s October 11:
Hot Sax & Cool Lightning
Hillsborough County welcomes your Tampa Bay Lightning to the October edition of the Eat at Joe's lunchtime concert series on Friday, October 11, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Joe Chillura Courthouse Square in downtown Tampa.
Downtown workers, residents, visitors and hockey fans are all invited to come out and "be the thunder" by spending their midday break at a Lightning pep rally and concert in the park. Attendees can bring lunch, buy from a local food truck, or a variety of area restaurants.
The October 11 Eat at Joe’s event will feature:
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Live music by Alan Darcy: "Hot Sax & Cool Voice"
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The Lightning Girls with team mascot, Thunderbug
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The Bolt Brigade with game tickets and Lightning-branded giveaways
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The Tampa Bay Lightning's new Rolling Thunder Mobile
Eat at Joe’s is a partnership among the Hillsborough County Parks, Recreation and Conservation Department; the Arts Council of Hillsborough County; the City of Tampa; and the Tampa Downtown Partnership.
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Connect With Experts at Free Head Start Health Festival
Hillsborough County residents are invited to come out and enjoy the fun at the annual Health Festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 19 at Al Lopez Park, 4810 N. Himes Ave. in Tampa. More than 3,000 Head Start/Early Head Start families are expected to attend the event.
The festival will feature local health experts, vendors, dental exams and fun activities for children. Other planned activities will focus on educating families in making better choices to live active and healthy lives. Information on the new Affordable Care Act, obesity and other chronic health related topics will also be available.
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~ Meetings and Events ~
Transportation for Economic Development Public Meeting
October 7, 6 PM at Walter L. Sickles High School, 7950 Gunn Highway in Tampa
Board of County Commissioners
October 16, 9 AM - 4 PM at 601 E. Kennedy Blvd.
Child Care Provider Training - Math for Every Age
October 12, 9 AM - 11 AM at Hillsborough County Extension Service
Focus on Finance - a four-class educational series
October 15, 6 PM - 7 PM at Children’s Board of Hillsborough County
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