Wesley Chapel Holiday Festival presented by Ierna's

The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce 3rd annual Holiday Festival will be held Saturday, December 5, 2009 from 4-7:30pm. The event, presented by Ierna's Heating and Cooling, will be held in the Grove at Wesley Chapel (off Wesley Grove Blvd at SR54 and I75).

The event features a children's parade beginning at 4:30pm (registration from 3:30-4:00pm), Santa Claus, live entertainment and the lighting ceremony of an 18 foot tree at 7:00pm.

In addition, children’s activities will be provided by Sweetbay Supermarket, T's Boutique, Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine, MomsLikeMe.com, Verizon Events, BounceU, 5 Alarm Party Rentals and Grace Community of Wesley Chapel. Bring your appetite! Local restaurants including Saddlebrook Resort, Santo’s Pizza and Pasta, Hungry Harry’s Famous BBQ, Texas Roadhouse, Woody’s Pizza and Wings and Boardwalk Custard will be serving food. Items will be sold for $1.00 each and 1/2 of all food receipts will be donated to the following charities: East Pasco Toys For Tots & Suncoast Harvest Food Bank. The location will also serve as a drop site for toy donations for Toys for Tots (please leave donations unwrapped). FREE admission. For information please call the Chamber office at (813)994-8534

Wesley Chapel to be home to new PHCC Campus

Wesley Chapel is slated to be home to the fifth Pasco-Hernando Community College Campus. The Porter family has donated 60 acres north of Wiregrass Ranch High School for the project. Additionally, the State has promised $58 million in school construction funds, $10 million of which were paid out last year, prior to securing the site. Dr. Randall Stovall who sits on the Board of Directors for the Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce and is Provost of the PHCC East Campus said, "We are looking forward to serving the students of Wesley Chapel."

Wesley Chapel Wants Sportsplex USA

I have talked to a number of people about the possibility of the Sportsplex coming to Wesley Chapel. There was some mention as to "competition" for the WCAA and their activities at the District Park, but the overwhelming majority felt this facility will compliment the park activities. It would definitely help support the image of Wesley Chapel as a "destination location" and therefore, the local economy. I am from San Diego and enjoyed going to the Sportspelex facility in Poway, CA. I think they did a wonderful job and would welcome the opportunity to have the same type of facility here in Wesley Chapel.

Pasco Commissioners voted unanimously to finalize negotiations with Sportsplex USA regarding the proposed multi-purpose sports complex for Pasco County. On November 10, 2009 and November 12, 2009 from 6:30 to 8:00pm Pasco County and Sportsplex USA will hold two public meetings in an effort to wind down the decision making process. For this, Sportsplex would act as a consultant on the design and construction of the project which they would later operate the complex on the County's behalf. Three locations were recommended by Sportsplex including the Starkey Ranch in Trinity, Wiregrass and Connerton.

The November 10th meeting will be held at Pasco County Historic Courthouse in Dade City and the November 12th meeting will be held at the West Pasco Government Center Board Room in New Port Richey. Presentations on the project will be made by both County officials and representatives from Sportsplex USA. The public will then have the opportunity to give their opinions and make comments. Representatives from the possible locations should take this opportunity to provide feedback.

If you cannot make the meeting but would like to "sit in", both events will be televised on Pasco County Government Television on Bright House Networks Channel 622 and Verizon Fios Channel 42.


Jeff and Laura Miller, REALTORS®
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Wesley Chapel, FL 33544
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Wesley Chapel Holiday Festival

Come join in the fun at the Wesley Chapel Holiday Festival presented by Ierna's Heating and Cooling. The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce is holding it's third annual Holiday Festival on Saturday, December 5, 2009 from 4:00pm - 7:30pm. This year the Holiday Festival will move from the Wesley Chapel District Park to the Grove at Wesley Chapel (off Oakley Blvd. at SR54 and I75). This is a wonderful community event featuring a children's parade, Santa arriving on a fire truck, fantastic food, entertainment, children's activities and give aways from local vendors. The evening will be topped off with a tree lighting ceremony. FREE admission to the public. For further information you can call the Chamber office at
(813)994-8534

Wesley Chapel Battle of the Wings Contest

If you love wings, make a stop at the Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce first annual Craft Show and find out who has best wing bragging rights in the Wesley Chapel area. The show will be held Saturday October 17 and Sunday October 18, 2009 in the Grove, located at I75 and SR54. The wing contest will kick off on Saturday at 1:00pm and the winner announced at 2:30pm. Contestants presently include Beef O'Brady's, New Shanghai, Saddlebrook Resort, Santos Pizza and Pasta, Texas Roadhouse, Winner's Sports Grill and Woody's Pizza and Wings. The contest will be judged by Pasco County Officials and invited guests. Hyundai and Mazda of Wesley Chapel are the presenting sponsors and Ierna's Heating and Cooling the supporting sponsor. In addition to the incredible art and crafts, there will be entertainment and children's activities. Business vendors are still welcome to apply and do not have to be Chamber members. www.wesleychapelcraftshow.com

Wesley Chapel Chamber to hold 5K Run at Saddlebrook Resort

On Saturday, November 07, 2009 the Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce will be holding its first 5K Run/Walk. The event will be held at the internationally renown Saddlebrook Resort located at 5700 Saddlebrook Way. The event begins at 8:00am with registration beginning at 7:00am. The participation fee is $25.00 and registration closes on Sunday, October 25, 2009 at 11:59pm.

The participants will run on 4 different surfaces through this scenic course. A portion of the proceeds from the event will be given to a local charity, yet to be determined. This event is fun for the whole family! Children 7 and under are FREE when accompanied by a registered parent.

Prizes will be awarded as follows:
Trophies Awarded to: First Male Overall, First Female Overall, Age Categories: 8-12 Male & Female, 13-17 Male & Female, 18-25 Male & Female, 26-39 Male & Female, 40-50 Male & Female, Over 50 Male & Female All Children under 13 will receive participation ribbon

The Chamber is estimating 300 runners to come out and enjoy this family oriented event. Race T-Shirts are guaranteed for runners registered before 10/25/09. After 10/25/09 T-Shirts will be available while supplies last on race day. Additional information is available through the Wesley Chapel Chamber office at (813)994-8534 or REGISTER HERE.

Wesley Chapel fundraiser to "take a bite out of breast cancer"

On Friday, September 11, 2009 from 7-9:30pm the Eager Beavers led by Tiffanie Kellog are holding a fundraiser to battle breast cancer at Song & Dance located in Wesley Chapel at 27221 Foamflower Blvd.

The Eager Beavers were formed in honor of Ann Beaver and her personal battle. Tiffanie Kellog, co-owner of the promotional items business Thread Art (with her Husband, Rob Kellog) is Ann's daughter. Tiffanie's goal: "to raise awareness, fund the fight, and help families that are also struggling with a loved one that is fighting Breast Cancer."

Come on Friday for Bingo, Food & Fun. There are 10 games played, with hundreds of dollars in prizes. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for children (under the age of 12 - children cards win special children prizes). There are special tickets available for purchase (special tickets = special perks).

Wesley Chapel Craft Show

The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce is holding the Hyundai and Mazda of Wesley Chapel Craft Show on October 17 & 18, 2009, 10am to 5pm. The venue will be the highly visible Grove at Wesley Chapel at I75 and SR54. In addition to craft vendors, there will be a Battle of the Wings Contest beginning at 1:00pm on Saturday. The winner of the wing contest will be announced at 2:30pm. There will also be local bands and entertainment both days of the show. Entertainer to the stars, DJ Joey Jam will be on site from 1-4pm on Saturday. Restaurant and business vendors are also participating and children's activities will be available. Free admission to the public. Vendor applications are still being accepted. You do not have to be a Chamber member to participate. For information call Cindy (813)505-3065/Laura (813)994-6795 or go to www.wesleychapelcraftshow.com