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Building Strong Families, Inc., will host a virtual Emo- tional and Mental Health Well- ness Seminar on Saturday, December 12, 2020, from 11 a. m. to 12:45 p. m. through Zoom. The theme of the seminar is "Health, Healing and Hope for this Season.”
Licensed mental health professionals will present prac- tical strategies for working through the emotional and mental health issues many have experienced as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and as the holiday season approaches.
The topics to be discussed are: Depression and Loneliness, Anxiety and Stress, and Creat- ing an Atmosphere of Peace. The speakers include: Dr. Benetta Wholuba, a licensed clinical psychologist at Orange Park Medical Center; Khalilah Louis Caines, a Licensed Clin- ical Social Worker and Director of Field Education and Instruc- tor in the MSW Program at Saint Leo University; and Dr. Pauline Rivers, Founder and
Howard W. Blake Class Of 1970 Awards Scholarships
Virtual Emotional And Mental Health Wellness Seminar Planned
DR. PAULINE RIVERS
President of Building Strong Families, Inc.
There is no cost to attend this virtual seminar, but pre- registration is required. The ZOOM meeting ID, passcode and seminar materials will be emailed to those who pre-regis- ter.
For registration informa- tion, contact Dr. Pauline Rivers, Founder and President of Building Strong Families, Inc. at 813-759-0260, by email at pmrivers@aol.com, or visit http://www.buildingstrongfam- iliesofflorida.com.
JAYLA WILLIAMS
The Howard W. Blake Class of 1970 recently cele- brated their 50th Class re- union. In conjunction with their reunion celebration, the class awarded three $1,000 scholarships to deserving graduates pursuing higher education degrees.
Under the leadership of classmate Lionel Ballard,
HANNAH RANDOLPH
who spearheaded fundraising efforts over the years, the class has awarded scholar- ships since 2012 to pass on a legacy of supporting the edu- cational pursuits of descen- dants of classmates as well as Blake High School graduates.
A special thanks to Mr. Ricky Williams for his gen- erous donation and support
ELIJAH RANDOLPH
to the scholarship fund this year.
The recipients of the 2020 scholarships are: Jayla Williams, attending Hills- borough Community College; Hannah Randolph, at- tending Florida State Univer- sity; and Elijah Randolph, attending Bethune-Cookman University.
City Of Tampa Launches Strategic Action Master Plan For East Tampa CRA
Residents and business owners are asked to par- ticipate in a community survey.
The City of Tampa and East Tampa CRA announce the launch of a Strategic Action Master Plan for the East Tampa Community Redevel- opment Area. The purpose of this action plan is to identify the needs of both residents and businesses in East Tampa in order to create a plan of action and investment that enhances the quality of life and builds a strong sense of community within each neighborhood.
As part of this launch, a new website is available at WeAreEastTampa.com where residents and business owners can complete a community input survey to share their feedback on their top priorities for the future of East Tampa.
“We could not be more ex- cited about this important step forward in lifting our East Tampa community to new heights, continuing our collab- orative efforts to Transform Tampa’s Tomorrow,” says Mayor Jane Castor. “Invest- ing in our neighborhoods through strategic projects is a top priority for Tampa’s resi- dents and our administration.
CITY COUNCILMAN ORLANDO GUDES
...CHAIR, EAST TAMPA CRA
This master plan, developed in partnership with neighbor- hood residents, will do just that. The feedback we get from our community will serve as the blueprint for a brighter fu- ture that imagines a more vi- brant and active East Tampa, shining a light on the historic neighborhood while focusing on its future possibility.”
“I'm proud to announce the official update of the East Tampa CRA's Strategic Action Plan,” says Tampa City Coun- cilman and CRA Chair Or- lando Gudes. “This much needed update will replace the original plan, which was cre- ated in 2009. I am calling on
all residents who reside within the 7.5 miles of the East Tampa CRA and those who own prop- erty in the area to come for- ward and let your desires be heard. For far too long East Tampa has been shaped by what others think it should be. This is the opportunity for the residents and property owners to have a say in what happens in East Tampa.”
In addition to the online website, both virtual and so- cially-distant in-person gather- ings will take place to engage the community and provide opportunities for resident feed- back. The first community meeting will take place on De- cember 3rd, 6:30-7:30 p. m. via zoom. Those interested in participating may pre-register via the website.
The first in-person event is scheduled for December 5th from 10 a. m.-1 p. m. at Ragan Park. This will be a “meet and greet” with city staff and an op- portunity for residents to ask questions and fill out a paper survey. More information will be posted on the website as it becomes available.
For more information about the East Tampa CRA Strategic Action Master Plan, please visit WeAreEast- Tampa.com.
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