Wonders Of The World At Bay Area Renaissance Fest at MOSI

Week number 1 is now under our belt at it was awesome. Here is what is coming up this weekend, Saturday, February 25th and Sunday, February 26 at the Ren Fest. This weekend is Wonders of the World. Some of the events include a barbecue competition, the wonderful World Market, the 2012 Florida State Belly Dancing Championships, the Grape Stomp, Eggroll eating competition and FREE wine tasting. You can also renew you vows for free. Festival hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days and parking is free. The Bay Area Renaissance Festival is located on the grounds of the Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI) on the corner of Fowler Avenue and 46th. For more information go to www.BayAreaRenaissanceFest.com or call 813-983-011.

6th Annual Bivouac and Barracks This Saturday and Sunday At The Zephyrhills Airport Barracks Museum

Witness History Come Alive at the 6th Annual Bivouac & Barracks at the Zephyrhills Airport Barracks Museum located at 39444 South Avenue in Zephyrhills. Hours on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and on Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. On Saturday a weapons demonstration will begin at noon. The Battle Re-Enactment will begin at 2:00 p.m. On Sunday there will be an “In The Field” Church Service with a weapons demonstration at 11:00 a.m. and the Re-enactment at 1:00 p.m. On Saturday come back for Vintage Movies and Big Band Music from 5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Please bring your own chairs and blankets. This event is FREE and open to the public.

Bay Area Renaissance Festival At MOSI Begins Saturday

The 34th Annual Bay Area Renaissance Festival begins this Saturday, February 18th and Sunday,  February 19th. The kick off theme is the Highland Fling. Patrons can expect to be wowed Saturday by the Florida State Highland Heavy Games Championship – Men’s Open Amateur. The Championship will be a series of 8 different events including the popular caber toss and hammer throw. Don’t forget to check out the Celtic Village with over 100 merchants, the Highland Dancers and the Free Beer tastings. Other daily activities include Live Armored Jousting, Live Human Combat Chess, Pirate Feast and Free Crafts in the Children’s Realm daily. The Bay Area Renaissance Festival grounds are located off Fowler Ave and 46th right next to MOSI. For more information go to www.BayAreaRenaissanceFest.com.

ZHS Grad Brad Bouthot Heading To US Olympic Trials

ZHS 2007 graduate Brad Bouthot will be heading to the Arnold Schwarzenegger Classic in Columbus, Ohio on March 1, 2012 to compete in the US Olympic Team Trials for Olympic Weightlifting. He posted the highest total in the state of Florida at the 2011 State Championships en route to being invited to compete at the Arnold Classic. The Arnold Classic is the largest sports and fitness competition on the planet, annually drawing nearly a quarter of a million visitors each year. Best of luck Brad!

POPULAR ZHS BULLDOG PLAYER JAMAL ROBERTS SIGNS WITH KENT STATE

Jamal Roberts looking on as his Mom puts on her signature at Signing Day at ZHS.

 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 will go into the history books of Zephyrhills High School as Bulldog Football favorite Jamal Roberts signed with Kent State in the Commons area at ZHS. This is a proud moment and a testimony to his family, teachers, coaches, fellow players, alumi and the Community. Jamal Roberts, by making the right choices and working hard has landed a position as CB/WR with the Golden Flashes. Jamal has some impressive stats: In 2012 he completed 36 of 61 passes for 542 yards and he rushed 107 times for 1030 yards. In 2011 Jamal led the team in receiving with 605 yards and 6 touchdowns. His awards are to numerous to mention on this blog but you can read about it in your favorite media. In addition on Facebook you can go to ZEPHYRHILLS FREE PRESS and see more photos of the signing. Congratulations Jamal. We are proud of you.

Pasco Defeats ZHS Girls and Guys. Good Sportsmanship Was Displayed!!

Photo by Gary S. Hatrick

In Dade City the Pasco Pirate Varsity Girls basketball team defeated the Bulldogs by a score of 63 – 19. The game was held at the Dr. Don McBath Activity Center. At Zephyrhills High School the Bulldog Boys Varsity team was defeated by the Pirates by a score of 54 – 33. Good sportsmanship was displayed in both games. It’s not if you win or lose but it’s how you play the game!

Boys and Girls Varsity Basketball is Tonight (Friday)

The ZHS Lady Bulldogs Varsity team will be traveling to the Dr. Don McBath Activities Center in Dade City to take on the Pasco Pirates. The Bulldog Boys Varsity squad will be playing at home against the Pasco Pirates. You can check later tonight for scores from both games. Tip off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.

JD Porter Is The Guest Speaker For The Greater Zephyrhills Chamber Of Commerce Business Breakfast

JD Porter from Wiregrass Ranch gave the Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce an overview of what is happening in the Wesley Chapel area at the first business breakfast of the new year.  Many years ago what used to be, “The Road  To Nowhere” is now one of the fastest growing areas in the country. He complimented the assets in Zephyrhills such as the municipal airport. It is time for Zephyrhills to go to the next level and make this area more viable for companies that are interested in this area. In my opinion a push to complete the Hwy 56 project to Hwy 301 would be a good start.

Zephyrhills Little League Registrations To Begin

Zephyrhills Little League registrations are right around the corner. They will take place at the Sam Pasco Park on Chancey Road in Zephyrhills. Below are the dates:

 Jan 5 6:30p-8:30p

 Jan 7 10:00a-3:00p

 Jan 12 6:30p-8:30p

 Jan  14 10:00a-3:00p

 Jan 15 1:00p-5:00p

 Jan 19 6:30p-8:30p

 For more information go to: http://www.eteamz.com/zhillslittleleague/

Match For Infant Zachary Kirby Found

A bone marrow donor has been found for little Zachary Kirby. The donor is a male, 185 pound international donor and has consented to give Zak a new lease on life. Zak was to begin chemotherapy in preparation for the procedure but has developed a slight infection. Zak’s transplant hopefully will take place the end of January. MERRY CHRISTMAS ZACHARY!!!