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Welcometo Our WorldThere used to be a small community in southern Hillsborough County that was known almost solely as an agricultural area. It was years before anyone wanted to visit or consider developing the land, which was considered mostly rural. A few industrial companies started to take up residency here, but Tampa residents rarely knew anything about Ruskin or Apollo Beach. That was then.
SouthShore, as the area has become known, is now the place to be in Hillsborough County! It’s growing and thriving and will continue to do so as more and more residents and businesses move here. Last year, in particular, was a prosperous time for SouthShore businesses and the chamber. We are home to a community college, two large hospitals, arts and cultural venues, industrial and agricultural interests, residential communities and tourism destinations.
With three major roadways – U.S. Hwy 41, Interstate 75 and U.S. Hwy 301 – running through SouthShore’s central location, we offer close proximity to Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota and Orlando. The community is home to the beautiful Alafia and Little Manatee rivers, both of which flow directly into Tampa Bay.
We are an ultimate ecotourism destination with so many treasures to discover. Daily sunsets, waterside dining, annual manatee visits and beautiful nature preserves are just some of the unique opportunities we have available for residents and visitors to enjoy.
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The SouthShore Chamber of Commerce is an organization that works together with our businesses, residents, nonprofit organizations, schools and county government to grow the area while maintaining its special quality of life. We are constantly finding unique ways to positively impact the area and our member businesses.
Yet with all of this positive growth, we are aware that many of our biggest “gems” are yet to be discovered. We hope this community directory will help get you acquainted with life in SouthShore and all it has to offer. We are proud to be part of this community, and we are certain you will be quite impressed. Please take a few moments to EXPLORE SOUTHSHORE.
Sandra L. Murman was elected as a county commissionerin 2010, representing District 1. In 2011 Commissioner Murman was elected by her fellow commissioners to serve as vice chair of the BOCC. Prior to joining the County Commission, Murman completed eight years as a member of the Florida House of Representatives, from 1996 to 2004. She is a champion of the SouthShore community and proud of its future.
“The SouthShore Chamber of Commerce continues to be a tremendous asset for South County, assisting with economic development, helping to create jobs, promoting ecotourism, and making SouthShore a great place for people to live work and play. The SouthShore chamber is the epicenter of activity in south Hillsborough County that gives its businesses a sense of community spirit that fosters networking and expansion opportunities. Hillsborough County is proud to partner with the chamber to provide them with the tools they need for the future.”
Melanie D. Morrison | Executive DirectorSouthShore Chamber of Commerce
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ON THE COVER: A picturesque view
of Tampa Bay from the shores of southern Hillsborough County.
This issue of the SouthShore destination magazine is published by the SouthShore Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Tampa Bay Times.
137 Harbor Village Lane, Apollo Beach, FL 33572
The SouthShore Chamber of Commerce merged two historic chambers in 2011, combining Apollo Beach and Ruskin. The Apollo Beach chamber was founded in 1985 originally as an all-volunteer welcome center. The Ruskin chamber dates back to 1928 and was the very first chamber of commerce in southern Hillsborough County.
These two communities of SouthShore offer the ideal blend of natural beauty, relaxation and recreation. The area combines both waterfront and rural communities that are fast becoming business destinations as Tampa Bay grows.
The mission of the SouthShore Chamber of Commerce is to commit ourselves to growth through proper planning, new membership acquisition and servicing of existing members through value-added projects. The organization seeks continuous improvement in the ability to provide leadership needed for effective economic development. The vision is to preserve the historic heritage while meeting the changing business needs of the community.
Come discover the excitement of SouthShore!
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For more information about the SouthShore area, visitsouthshorechamberofcommerce.org
Comments or questions? Contact Melanie Morrison at 813-645-1366
SouthShore Chamber of CommerceExecutive Director: Melanie Morrison2014 President: Carrie Elwell2015 President-elect: Allen Witt
Tampa Bay TimesMarketing Manager: Chris GalbraithAdvertising Manager: Tony Del CastilloArt Director: Nausheen Syed-AliPhotographer: Dave MorrisonContributors: Charlotte Clark, Jason Fredricks, Joey Henderson, Connie Huber, Max Jackson, Don Lee, Melanie Morrison, Leilani Warbritton
Throughout the magazine, look for this logo to find profiles of local “remarkable residents.” These individuals have made an impact on their community and are proud to call SouthShore their home.
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Melanie Morrison Executive DirectorLeslie Bennett Executive AssistantSuzanne Ramella Executive AssistantLeilani Warbritton Marketing & PR Assistant
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ALLEN WITTHillsborough Community College - SouthShore CampusCAMPUS PRESIDENT2015 CHAMBER PRESIDENT The man that looks up to everyday heroes… teachers, nurses, paramedics, farm workers and police, who wants nothing more than to manage the best community college in the nation (Yay, HCC!) and thinks SouthShore is a thriving, diverse community that has a small-town, family feel.
(Most likely to succeed)
DEB ADAMS BMO Harris BankVICE PRESIDENT, BRANCH MANAGER Loves riding her Harley Fatboy and cruising the Keys and thinks the SouthShore Chamber offers camaraderie, support and a sense of belonging with a group of amazing people.
(Most energetic)
GREG CONLEYTechnical Systems Integrators Inc.PRESIDENT From growing up on the Alafia River to attending Riverview Elementary and East Bay High, he now spends his time cruising in the RV while looking for great places to boat. He aspires to be a keyboard player in a piano bar sipping whiskey, smoking cigars and telling bad jokes. Oh, he also owns and runs an engineering company that provides network infrastructure and test-lab automation.
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JASON FREDRICKSLegal Shred, Inc.VICE PRESIDENT The Class Clown that never wants to grow up (kind of like Peter Pan), loves the chamber staff and the assistance they offer and thinks that SouthShore is the best-kept secret that’s trending now!
(Class clown)
CARRIE ELWELLKids R Kids Learning Academy of SouthShoreOWNER2014 CHAMBER PRESIDENTThe All-American gal who’s greatest desire is to be a full-time beach bum, loves running and sleeping (but not at the same time) and adores all the fantastic chamber people and the ideas they share!
(Best dressed)
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JOEY HENDERSONFlorida Home Partnership, Inc.COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT MANAGER, MARKETING / PR With a goal to become debt free (one day), this board member loves the chamber people and community outreach. He’s enjoying the growth of the area, which gives more “SouthShoreians ”greater access to employment opportunities, services, diverse restaurants and entertainment.
(Most congenial)
RANDY MASONR & C Construction Company, LLCPRESIDENTWhen Randy grows up, he wants to be… well, just as he is now. He loves the
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(Most likely to be on a reality show)
STEVEN ALVAREZAlvarez Company, P.A. CPA FirmDIRECTOR The athlete who wants to play soccer until his knees give out, looks up to his father, Jose, for loving, helping and inspiring others and enjoys participating in chamber functions.
(Best sense of humor and impersonation)
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RON KOBOSKY MosaicMANAGER, PORT OPERATIONS Ron has lived in the SouthShore area for 24 years, thinks the chamber is well engaged with the community and LOVES his wife’s home-cooked fried chicken.Ron, we are waiting on invitations!
(Most likeable)
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MIKE DOHERTYDedicated Transportation Solutions Inc.VICE PRESIDENT An Irish lad born in Jamaica, enjoys boating and fishing and is a firm believer that we don’t grow up, we just get older!
(Best person to be stranded on a deserted island with)
CHARLIE LEWISChrist Community ChurchPASTOR Had aspirations to be an NFL wide receiver until he injured his knee in the eighth grade, adores his father and Savior and believes that SouthShore is a growing community that is full of great people!
(Most spirited)
13loves to network at chamber functions and enjoys the easy-pace lifestyle that SouthShore has to offer!
(Best smile)
AARON FREDRICKSEast Coast Pizza Inc.EL PRESIDENTE Lives for pizza, thinks SouthShore has a great mix of people and feels there are some great and genuine people in the chamber that want to help the community and each other.
(Most likely to win the lottery and lose the ticket)
MIKE LESKOUnited Yacht SalesSOUTHSHORE YACHT BROKER Has lived in Hillsborough County since 1980, residing in SouthShore since 1995,
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14 RON SIMPSONWeichert Realtors –Yates & AssociatesBROKER ASSOCIATE Still hasn’t decided what he wants to be when he grows up, loves the variety of community involvement with the chamber and thoroughly enjoys traveling the world!
(Best all around)
MAXWELL JACKSONNorth American TitleBUSINESS CONSULTANT The girl who lights up the room… Max loves to travel, enjoys the outreach and involvement with the community and thinks SouthShore is a laid-back community that has an eclectic mix of caring people!
(Most friendly)
VICKIE TAWNEYVictoria’s 5th Avenue SalonOWNER OUTGOING BOARD MEMBERVickie has lived in the area for 25 years, loves how the chamber gives back to the community and wants to be a millionaire when she grows up.
(Best hair)
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By theNumbers
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18Miles to downtown Tampa
Number of visitors each year to Tampa Electric’s Manatee Viewing Center
300,000
45Minutes to drive to the white sandy beaches of Pinellas County
26Years the Ruskin Seafood Festival has entertained the community
Days of sunshine in SouthShore
241Average annual temperature for Ruskin
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200-800Number of manatees visiting Tampa Electric’s Manatee Viewing Centerduring the coldest days of the winter months
22Miles to Busch Gardens
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SouthShore Nonprofits
1. AMIKids: is a nationally-recognized non-profit organization providing our communities’ kids an opportunity to transform into responsible young adults.
2. American Businesswomen’s Assoc.-SouthShore Chpt.: brings together business women of diverse occupations and to provide opportunities for them to help themselves and others grow personally and professionally through leadership, education, networking support and national recognition.
3. American Cancer Society: Dedicated to helping persons who face cancer. Supports research, patient services, early detection, treatment and education.
4. Bullet Free Sky: Our goal is to educate the public and raise awareness of the dangers of Celebratory Gunfire.
5. Camp Bayou Outdoor Learning Center: The goal of BOLD is to develop an outstanding educational center, one that serves the entire population for everyone who is interested in the natural world around them: its past, present and ultimately its future.
6. Children’s Board of Hillsborough County/The Children’s Home Inc.: Mission is to improve the lives of children and families in Hillsborough County. Funding, support, resource center, and driving directions.
7. Choices Women’s Center: provides free medical services and accurate information on all options regarding unplanned pregnancy, including education on abortion, adoption and parenting.
8. Elmira’s Wildlife Sanctuary: Providing loving care, life management and enrichment to exotic and wild animals in need of a home.
9. Firehouse Cultural Center: offers experiential connections to the arts and to the unique history, culture and natural environment of the south county region.
10. Good Samaritan Mission: Through knowledge, we inspire the community to find physical, emotional and spiritual healing.
11. Hillsborough County Small Business: Information Center: The SBIC serves as a clearinghouse of information for potential or existing small businesses and offers financial and technical information. The center provides free, individual and confidential consulting, workshops, seminars and general information on marketing.
12. Krewe of the SouthShore Marauders: Founded in 2002, KSSM is a non-profit organization dedicated to fun, fellowship, and raising awareness of local issues in Hillsborough County.
13. Mary and Martha House: Shelter: Emergency & transitional housing delivered with respect.Support: Advocacy, health/nutrition and parenting support.Success: Job skills training, computer literacy and tutoring
14. PCAT Literacy Ministries: provides literacy programs to address the holistic needs of children and families residing in underserved communities, allowing them to become a community of literate, healthy, and economically self-sufficient individuals and families.
15. Redlands Christian Migrant Association:provides quality child care and early education for children of migrant farm workers and rural, low-income families throughout Florida.
16. Ruskin V.F.W. 6287: To foster camaraderie among United States veterans of overseas conflicts. To serve our veterans, the military, and our communities. To advocate on behalf of all veterans.
17. Ruskin’s Woman’s Club:The General Federation of Women’s Clubs in an international women’s organization dedicated to community improvement by enhancing the lives of others through volunteer service.
18. Safe Boating South Bay:Organization to teach boaters about boating safety.
19. Society of St. Vincent de Paul-East Hillsborough County District: is the largest international non-profit Catholic lay organization in the world with close to a million volunteers in over 130 countries.
20 SouthShore Anglers:is a civic organization that likes to fish
21. SouthShore Arts Council: has been formed to promote and nurture the practice of the arts in southern Hillsborough County. The council will support and encourage and promote, to the greatest degree possible, activities in the visual arts, music, theater, dance, film and literature in this region.
22. SouthShore Republican Club: Club interested in the views and politics of the Republican party.
23. Sun City Center Campaign against Human Trafficking: Organization against sex trafficking and pornography .
24. Tampa Bay Arts & Education Network:is a nonprofit devoted to using the power of telecommunications as an educational force for Hillsborough County residents.
25. The Rotary Club of South Bay After Hours: 1.2 million neighbors, friends, and community leaders who come together to create positive, lasting change in our communities and around the world.
26. U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary-Flotilla 75:The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary was established by Congress in June, 1939, to assist the Coast Guard in promoting boating safety.
27. Visions of Hope International:Dedicated to educating, inspiring, and motivating against domestic violence.
28. YMCA Camp Cristina: Focus their work in three key areas, because nurturing the potential of kids, helping people live healthier, and supporting our neighbors are fundamental to strengthening communities.
Coming together… to give backThe SouthShore community is unique in many ways. Whether it’s the people that call the area home, the local businesses that serve its residents or the history of Apollo Beach and Ruskin, SouthShore is truly one of a kind. It’s also a community that cares for one another. Giving back where there’s need is a hallmark of SouthShore. Below is a sampling of non-profit organizations that are members of the chamber of commerce and lead the way in giving back to those in need.
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Eventful happeningsin SouthShore
Manatee Arts FestivalAlways the second weekend in March. An innovative showcase of fine arts and crafts which draws talent from all across the country. The Apollo Beach Manatee Festival of the Arts is an annual event that highlights a variety of talented artists in all types of medium. Imaginative pieces can be found in glass, wood, metal and photography. Each day the main stage comes alive with up-and-coming young talent. There is a free children’s creativity area where kids can take home their own works of art.
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Salsa Festival Put on by the Good Samaritan Mission in Wimauma. This festival is a celebration of the SouthShore community and all things salsa. Come and join in the fun and sample the international cuisine offered by various food vendors. Move your toes or your whole body to entertainment with a Latin beat. Pick your favorite salsa recipe from among many competitors. There are lots of games and activities for the whole family. And festival-goers can learn about local businesses and nonprofit organizations. For more information contact the Good Samaritan Mission in Wimauma.
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Donna Castillo-Budd has changed plenty of lives for more than 35 years. Budd has been an inspiration to thousands of families and an unsung hero to the SouthShore community. As a community service officer with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office since 1979, she started working in the first substation in Ruskin. Shortly thereafter, Budd founded Deputies Darlin’s, a nonprofit organization that helps SouthShore children and families in need during the holidays. Budd and her volunteers secured new donated toys, which were wrapped and distributed to parents so they can provide a Christmas morning for local children. Last year, 52 families received gifts. Although now retired, Budd pledges to continue her community work with Deputies Darlin’s while being a grandmother to her six grandchildren.
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Community and chamber of commerce members elected Shannon Brown 2014 SouthShore honorary mayorafter hearing her emotionally pitch her platform. Chamber president Carrie Elwell, who also happens to be Brown’s boss as co-owner of Kids R Kids Learning Academy in Gibsonton, persuaded Brown to run after hearing her story. Brown’s drive came from her late husband, Aaron Ziemba, who in 2011 died from brain cancer at 34, just 58 days after they wed in Ruskin. The emotional plea resulted in victory for Brown’s philanthropic cause, Refuse to Lose, and for SouthShore, which designated her the second honorary mayor after a monthlong charity drive brought in more than $7,000. Her commitment to community has continued throughout the year as she continues coordinating charity events and fundraising drives. To help the Refuse to Lose fund or to volunteer, email Brown at [email protected].
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MiraBay Dragon Boat RaceThe MiraBay Dragon Boat Club is organized to promote and foster paddling for leisure and as a sport in the Tampa Bay community through the promotion of recreational and competitive paddling. For more information contact the Good Samaritan Mission in Wimauma.
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For more than a decade, Michael Parker has been an artist devoted to his community. After relocating from Boston, he now proudly calls Ruskin home. Most known for his public works of art, Parker’s murals can be seen throughout Tampa Bay as well in Boston at Massachusetts’ historical society and at the University of Montana. He recently completed the largest outdoor mural in the state of Florida on Adamo Drive in Tampa. His dedication to the community reaches beyond the artwork. As a member of the arts faculty at the University of South Florida and University of Montana, Parker has taught a wide range of arts courses, including those that are community based. His work continues to help cities across the country by using art to connect with the community, none more important than here in Ruskin.
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During a New Year’s celebration two years ago, Diego Duranwas struck in the head by a stray bullet while watching fireworks with his family at his Ruskin home. Diego, then 12 years old, was hospitalized for five months and endured multiple surgeries and considerable therapy. The Duran family describes Diego’s recovery as miraculous and thanks the doctors, nurses and community for his recovery. To prevent this from happening again, the Duran family created Bullet Free Sky. This nonprofit organization promotes gun safety awareness and educates the community on the dangers of celebrating with gunfire. Please visit bulletfreesky.org for more information.
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Pigs in the Parking Lot BBQ, Beer & Blues Festival This is one of SouthShore Chamber of Commerce’s annual signature events and one of the community’s favorite events. Free to the public, Pigs in the Parking Lot is a fantastic event with delicious barbecue, various vendors and amazing blues performers.
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Ruskin Seafood Festival The Ruskin Seafood Festival is the largest annual event in all of southern Hillsborough County. It is among the annual festivals that you will look forward to every year and it’s not just because of the seafood. The Ruskin Seafood Festival is held every first weekend of November. There is a lot to do, see and eat, and the waterfront atmosphere is a lot of fun for all ages.
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Army Spc. Corey Kowalllost his life while proudly serving his country in Afghanistan Sept. 20, 2009. He was 20 years old. To honor her son’s life, as well as the many who have served this country, Kelly Kowall founded My Warrior’s Place. The respite for members of the military and their families sits along the banks of
the Little Manatee River in Ruskin. The retreat center is the focal point of My Warrior’s Place and is meant to help the healing process for those veterans and families impacted by military service. Grief and peer mentoring also is available as well as other programs designed to develop healthy coping mechanisms. To learn more, or to help, visit mywarriorsplace.org.
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Paleontologist Frank Garcia first began collecting fossils in the phosphate mines of Polk and Hillsborough counties. His explorations led to new discoveries, including a new species of antelope as well as a pigmy sea cow. In the ‘70s, his work with the Smithsonian resulted in historic discoveries, including the discovery
of early Ice Age fossils in a Ruskin shell mine that was described as “finding a new chapter in the history of life.” Garcia’s paleontology work in Florida is legend. He has authored six books and had the pleasure to teach more than 125,000 local children the past 25 years, including several years as guest teacher at the HCC SouthShore campus.
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VFW – Ruskin Veterans Day ParadeVeterans Day is an opportunity to publicly commemorate the contributions of living veterans.Probably the most FUN day in Ruskin. For more info, contact VFW Ruskin #6287
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Hillsborough County native Maj. Ron Hartley has worked for the Sheriff’s Office since 1974 and currently is the commander of the largest district. Maj. Hartley is proud being part of a community that has the lowest crime rate in the county. As a lifelong resident of east Hillsborough County, he was a 1969 graduate of Turkey Creek
High School, received an A.A. degree from Hillsborough Community College in criminal justice and in 1981, he graduated cum laude with a B.A. in education from the University of South Florida. In 1974, following a four year enlistment in the Coast Guard, he came to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office. Hartley boasts of SouthShore and its hometown feel. He has announced he will be retiring at the end of this year – we will miss you and thank you.
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After 9/11, Colorado native Thomas Doody joined the Marines. He was deployed to the battlefields of Iraq in January 2007. Doody was severely wounded 39 days later. Ten months into recovery, he suffered a stroke, leaving him clinging to life and in a vegetative state. Doody and his family relocated to Riverview to be near the doctors of the polytrauma unit at James Haley VA. Since then, he remains cognitively impaired with little control of his body but is home with his family. Doody is an inspiration to his community and all those he meets.
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Apollo Beach Lighted Boat Parade Tampa Sailing Squadron is the host for this community event. The party, chili cook-off and awards ceremony are held at the squadron’s clubhouse located at 1250 Apollo Beach Blvd.
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12Ruskin Family Drive-In Theatre 5011 N. US HWY 41, Ruskin, FL 33572
13Firehouse Cultural Center101 1st Ave. NE., Ruskin, FL 33570
3E.G. Simmons Park2401 19th Ave. NW., Ruskin, FL 33570
7HCC SouthShore Campus551 24th St. NE., Ruskin, FL 33570
Manatee Viewing Center / TECO 6990 Dickman Rd., Apollo Beach, FL 33572
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8Hydro Harvest Farms1101 E. Shell Point Rd., Ruskin, FL 33570
11 CARE1528 27th St. SE., Ruskin, FL 33570
4 Elmira’s Wildlife Sanctuary13910 Seminole Trail, Wimauma, FL 33598
5 Ruskin Women’s Club503 US. HWY. 41 S, Ruskin, FL 33570
6 Good Samaritan Mission14920 Balm Wimauma Rd., Wimauma, FL 33598
14 SouthShore Chamber of Commerce137 Harbor Village Lane, Apollo Beach, FL 33572
9 International Independent Showman’s Association6915 Riverview Dr., Riverview, FL 33578
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Giant’s Fish Camp
Little Harbor
Williams Park, Alafia River
My Warrior’s PlaceSaint Anne’s Church
TECO Manatee Viewing Center
Little Harbor BeachAmazon
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Highlighting education within the community
The SouthShore Chamber of Commerce wants to congratulate Kelly Zunkiewicz of Lennard High School
as one of four national recipients of the $25,000 Fishman Prize for Superlative Classroom Practice.
The Education Partnership Committee was formed by the SouthShore Chamber in 2008 and currently is chaired by Chamber President Carrie Elwell of Kids R Kids.
The mission of the Educational Partnership Committee is to provide a link between the SouthShore business community and local educational establishments. In fulfilling its mission, the committee coordinates annual and ad-hoc events that provide support to teachers and schools, as well as provide educational opportunities to children and adults in the community.
This committee offers the opportunity for educators in the SouthShore area to request assistance for their schools in the form of materials, supplies, projects, funding, volunteers plus various other types of help. Requests are reviewed monthly and can be made directly from the SouthShore Chamber website, southshorechamberofcommerce.org. In the last two years, every school in SouthShore has benefited in some way by this committee.
Past events include the New Teacher Breakfast, the Annual Migrant Banquet, school supply drives, businesses for the annual Great American Teach In, the Real World Tour, book drives and the Kids Market. Dozens of Chamber members and educators participate in this committee that meets monthly. The public is encouraged to get involved. To do so, visit the website for more information.
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What is AMIkids - YES?AMIkids -YES is a residential program that is located in Wimauma. It was founded in 1994 and is one of over 40 schools in seven states. The school serves boys aged 14-18 and is a fully accredited alternative high school that also provides specialized behavior modification and mental health services from highly trained and certified professionals, as well as strong character education component that emphasizes personal growth and accountability. This school serves boys aged 14-18 who have committed criminal offenses. Students that enter this program are almost always significantly behind in academic coursework and well below age level in reading and math.
Success Where All Else Has FailedThe success rate with this very difficult population is outstanding, nearly 100 percent of the students who enroll, complete the program and more than 75 percent of the students completing this program do not commit crimes after graduating from the program. On average, the students stay in the program for 6-9 months and on average they make the following academic advances. A 2.2 grade level increase in Writing, 1.6 grade level increase in Math and 1.0 grade level increase in Reading.This is done by caring highly experienced teachers and counselors.
VolunteerHelp YES with their mission to transform as many kids’ lives as possible. Offering your time can have a deep impact on a kid within your community. Volunteer as a mentor in the classroom and tutor students. Speak to kids about career development and provide vocational learning opportunities for kids. Help us to guide and support our students with the basics tools that will help them to learn from their mistakes and help them to become productive members of our community!
Hillsborough Community College SouthShore Campus
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ACCOUNTINGAlvarez Company P.A. CPA Firm(813) 938-2400605 Apollo Beach Blvd.Apollo Beach - 33572
Confidential Accounting(813) 641-3603205 West Shell Point RoadRuskin - 33570
Lanese & Associates(813) 634-9296823 Cypress Village Blvd.Sun City Center - 33573
Wieland Accounting & Tax Service(813) 645-3538922 Golf Island DriveApollo Beach - 33572
AGRICULTURE SUPPLIESCouncil-Oxford, Inc(813) 645-46292514 Cameron Driggers DrRuskin - 33575
AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING#1 Cooling & Heating LLC(813) 600-38431410 Pinetree CircleWimauma - 33598
Accurate Air, LLC(813) 928-0649712 Flamingo DriveApollo Beach - 33572
Alert Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc.(813) 626-41115401 E. Sligh Ave.Tampa - 33617
ALUMINUM FABRICATION & INSTALLATIONDavid Brate’s Aluminum & Construction(813) 649-15991544 27th St SERuskin - 33575
Hartshorn Custom Contracting, Inc.(813) 620-09318813 Venture CoveTampa - 33637
Knox Aluminum(813) 645-3529720 4th Street SWRuskin - 33570
ANIMALSCritter Adoption & Rescue Effort (CARE)(813) 645-22731528 27th Street SERuskin - 33570
Pets, Paws, & Beyond, LLC(813) 390-77593603 Gaviota Dr.Ruskin - 33570
APPLIANCE REPAIRQuality Complete Home Services(813) 645-1700608 21st Ave SERuskin - 33570
ARTISTFred Rothenbush, Artist(813) 645-4123111 2nd St. NWRuskin - 33570
ASSISTED LIVINGHomewood at Freedom Plaza(813) 633-43403910 Galen CourtSun City Center - 33573
Inspired Living813-601-06241320 33rd Street SESun City Center - 33573
ATTORNEYCarlton Fields, Attorneys(813) 229-4211Corporate Center 3 International Plaza4221 W Boy Scout Blvd #1000Tampa - 33607
Isabel Cissy Boza Sevelin, Esquire813-712-953812945 Morris Bridge RoadThonotosassa - 33592
Law Office of Damon C. Glisson(813) 645-67965908 Fortune PlaceApollo Beach - 33572
Nicole M. Cameron, P.A.(813) 645-8787235 Apollo Beach Blvd., #231Apollo Beach - 33572
Pilka & Associates(813) 653-3800213 Providence Rd.Brandon - 33511
AUTO REPAIRAt Home Auto Care(813) 645-03392003 US Hwy 41SRuskin - 33570Southbay Auto Service(813) 741-288610623 Big Bend RdRiverview - 33579
AUTOMOTIVEPioneer Tire & Auto(813) 671-35567015 US Hwy 301Riverview - 33569
BANKSAmerican Momentum Bank(813) 649-94005998 U.S. Hwy 41 N. Suite AApollo Beach - 33572
BB&T - Apollo Beach(813) 645-84416530 US Hwy 41 NApollo Beach - 33572
BMO/Harris Bank(813) 649-04005461 US Hwy 41 NApollo Beach - 33572
C1 Bank(813) 658-12006542 US Hwy 41NApollo Beach - 33572
Fifth Third Bank(813) 641-1421101 N. US. Hwy 41Ruskin - 33570
Grow Financial Federal Credit Union813-837-2451604 E Bloomingdale AveBrandon - 33511
PNC Bank(813) 633-6281112 S Pebble Beach BlvdSun City Center - 33573
Railroad & Industrial Federal Credit Union(813) 361-5600SouthShore Corporate ParkRuskin - 33570
Suncoast Schools Federal Credit Union813-621-7511 ext. 582003044 College Ave ERuskin - 33570
SunTrust Bank - Ruskin(813) 641-0334502 U.S. Hwy 41 NorthRuskin - 33570
TD Bank(813) 649-22656176 US HWY 41 NApollo Beach - 33572
Trustco Bank-SCC(813) 633-14684441 Sun City Center Blvd.Sun City Center - 33573
BARBERSThe Very Best Barbers(813) 645-59096416 US Hwy 41 NApollo Beach - 33572
BEAUTYJamberry Nails813-431-5851Ruskin - 33570
Mary Kay Cosmetics(813) 677-898510604 Goshawk PlaceRiverview - 33578
Nerium International Skincare828-557-3065823 A Bahia Del SolRuskin - 33570
BEVERAGE DISTRIBUTINGSea Breeze Coffee & Tea941-758-12492303 S Dock StreetPalmetto - 34221
SRS Business Enterprises, Inc.(813) 645-77256408 US Hwy 41 NApollo Beach - 33572
BOAT CLUBFreedom Boat Club of Tampa Bay(727) 940-3408606 Sea Grape DriveRuskin - 33570
BOATINGApollo Beach Watersports, LLC(813) 703-14991220 Apollo Beach Blvd.Apollo Beach - 33572
BOUTIQUEWee Boutique(813) 645-45696122 N. US Hwy 41Apollo Beach - 33572
BUSINESS BROKERSVR Business Sales of South Tampa(813) 326-7252100 Frandorson Circle, Ste 202CApollo Beach - 33572
BUSINESS SERVICESBNI -Business Networking International(813) 610-51406250 Richies WayApollo Beach - 33572
K&L Rubin Enterprises, Inc. dba ActionCOACH813-641-98012906 Pier DrRuskin - 33570
National Cash Register(727) 524-017715251 Roosevelt Blvd.Clearwater - 33760
R Processor Inc(813) 405-5210426 Halifax Bay CtApollo Beach - 33572
The Knowledge Matrix, LLC(813) 777-7179PO Box 669Ruskin - 33575
CAR DEALERSEd Morse Cadillac(813) 661-088711020 Causeway Blvd.Brandon - 33511
CAR WASHCoastal Auto Spa, Inc(813) 641-92741430 US Hwy 41NRuskin - 33570
CATERINGLynn Kessel/Food Columnist/SS News & Trib(813) 486-6212PO Box 913Ruskin - 33575
Panera Bread(813) 514-116010631 Big Bend Rd.Riverview - 33569
San Vito Italian Restaurant/ Econo Catering(813) 645-5351431 19th Ave. NERuskin - 33570
CHILD CAREKids ‘R’ Kids SouthShore(813) 672-040013151 Kings Lake DriveGibsonton - 33534
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CHIROPRACTIC - MEDICALApollo Beach Chiropractic Center, Inc.(813) 641-3333100 Frandorson Circle, St. 101Apollo Beach - 33572
CHURCHESBell Shoals Baptist Church/Apollo Beach Campus(813) 641-22226414 Golf and Sea BlvdApollo Beach - 33572
Beth Israel, Jewish Congregation of SCC(813) 634-25901115 E. Del Webb Blvd.Sun City Center - 33571
Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church(813) 645-13055309 US Hwy 41 NApollo Beach - 33572
Center for Restoration(813) 645-7779310 1st Street NERuskin - 33570
Christ Community Church(813) 767-699413151 Kings Lake DriveGibsonton - 33534
Destiny Church(813) 645-33372322 11th Ave. SERuskin - 33570
Ruskin United Methodist Church(813) 645-1241105 4TH AVE. NWRuskin - 33575
Saint Anne Catholic Church(813) 645-1714106 11th Ave NERuskin - 33570
Southside Baptist Church(813) 645-40854208 US Hwy 41 SSun City Center - 33586
St. John The Divine Episcopal Church(813) 645-15211015 E. Del Webb Blvd.Sun City Center - 33573
The Crossing Church-SouthShore(813) 626-07833058 College AveRuskin - 33570
CLEANING SERVICESAmanda Burdick’s Mending & Cleaning Services(813) 240-90091715 1st St. SERuskin - 33570
Gator Maintenance & Janitorial Services, INC(813) 520-013313194 US Hwy 301 SSuite 302Riverview - 33578
Immaculate Janitorial Service, LLC(813) 506-4156Ruskin - 33570
ServiceMaster 24 Hour(813) 623-61117840 Professional Pl.Tampa - 33637
Xtream Clean Cleaning Service(813) 506-4412313 Apollo Beach Blvd.Apollo Beach - 33572
CLOTHING RETAIL-OUTDOOR SPORTSSalty Scales(813) 484-38311002 Barclay Wood DrRuskin - 33570
CLUBS/ORGANIZATIONSRuskin Moose Lodge #813(813) 645-59191212 E. Shell Point RoadRuskin - 33570
COFFEE DISTRIBUTORSRosati Coffee(813) 786-2894235 Apollo Beach Blvd.Box 324Apollo Beach - 33572
COINS/ANTIQUESApollo Beach Coin(813) 938-11045916 Fortune Pl.Apollo Beach - 33572
COLLEGEHillsborough Community College-SS(813) 259-6100551 24th St NERuskin - 33570
Nova Southeastern University(813) 574-52793632 Queen Palm Dr.Tampa - 33619
COMMERCIAL/BUILT-TO-SUIT DEVELOPMENTRyan Companies US, Inc.(813) 204-5000101 E. Kennedy Blvd., Ste. 2450Tampa - 33602
COMPUTER SERVICESEast Bay IT(813) 200-6100206 Apollo Beach Blvd.Apollo Beach - 33572
CONCRETE CONTRACTORSConcrete Design of SCC, LLC(813) 495-42002105 New Bedford DriveSun City Center - 33573
CONSIGNMENT BOUTIQUESKoch Couture(813) 645-08386162 N. US Hwy. 41Apollo Beach - 33572
CONSTRUCTIONBath Planet of Tampa Bay813-926-53142156 Corporate Center Dr.Trinity - 34655
BorMan Construction(813) 641-2771Apollo Beach - 33572
Gemini Ventures of Tampa Inc.(813) 645-88806358 Cocoa LaneApollo Beach - 33572
R & C Construction Co., LLC(813) 641-71066631 Dolphin Cove Dr.Apollo Beach - 33572
Warner Construction Consulting Group, LLC(813) 918-38743848 Sun City Center Blvd.Ruskin - 33570
DENTISTSApollo Beach Dental Excellence(813) 341-0102433 Apollo Beach Blvd.Apollo Beach- 33572
Kirk Parrott DDS(813) 645-6491902 N. Tamiami TrailRuskin - 33570
South Shore Dental Excellence(813) 374-027013145 Kings Lake Dr. #105Gibsonton - 33534
Southbay Family & Cosmetic Dentistry(813) 645-83006482 US Hwy 41 NApollo Beach - 33572
DENTISTS /ORTHODONTISTSHess Orthodontics(813) 645-437711970 Boyette RoadRiverview - 33569
DENTIST/PERIODONTISTZamikoff, Klement, Jungman & Halcomb(813) 634-3396703 Del Webb Blvd.Sun City Center - 33573
DERMATOLOGISTSThe Skin Cancer Center(813) 634-14554002 Sun City Center Blvd., Unit 102Sun City Center - 33573
ELECTRICALTony Brost Electrical Services, LLC(727) 871-50226531 Carrington Sky DriveApollo Beach - 33572
ENGINEERING SOFTWARETechnical Systems Integrators, inc.407-339-4874P.O. Box 941510Maitland - 32794
Tenex Software Solutions, Inc.813-758-89511415 Jumana LoopApollo Beach - 33572
ENTERTAINMENTDJ Gary(813) 645-53501028 Apollo Beach Blvd Apt 2-BApollo Beach - 33572-2026
SouthshoreTents and Events(813) 417-66116415 Key Island AveApollo Beach - 33572
Suncoast Mobile Music(813) 635-66676317 Fairway BlvdApollo Beach - 33572
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTSApollo Environmental813.671.399911553 U.S. Highway 41 South P.O. Box 239Gibsonton - 33534
Environmental Systems Management(813) 641-12616107 Marbella Blvd.Apollo Beach - 33572
EVENT MANAGEMENTJen’s Market Inc.(813) 846-1316235 Apollo Beach Blvd. #140Apollo Beach - 33572
Serenity Escape813-900-10729904 Brewster Park Dr. Apt.304Riverview - 33578
FARMINGCouncil Bay Farms, Ltd.(813) 645-5688P.O. Box 388Ruskin - 33575
FINANCIAL ADVISORSHarting Insurance & Financial Consultants(813) 817-34123707 Smoke Hickory LaneValrico - 33596
Pearson Capital, Inc.(813) 641-7575PO Box 3739Apollo Beach - 33572
FIRE DEPARTMENTSRuskin Fire Station(813) 671-7678410 E. College AvenueRuskin - 33570
FISHING CHARTERSAna Banana Fishing Company(813) 267-44016615 Dolphin Cove Dr.Apollo Beach - 33572
FITNESSCrossFit Apogee813-677-12347130 Big Bend RoadSuite #104Gibsonton - 33534
FLOORINGMajestic Flooring(813) 645-5213813 US 41 NorthRuskin - 33570
Tri Color Flooring(813) 645-12012202 S US Hwy 41Ruskin - 33570
FLORISTSHannah’s Floral & Events(813) 808-16496152 N Us Hwy 41Apollo Beach - 33572
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Harriet’s Flowers(813) 645-1525226 W. College AveRuskin - 33570
Oops A Daisy Flowers and Gifts813-672-76777130 Big Bend Rd.Ste #105Gibsonton - 33534
FORKLIFT DEALERSHIPSRaymond Handling Consultants, L.C.(863) 577-54384925 Raymond Industrial Dr.Lakeland - 33815
FREEDIVING INSTRUCTIONAbyss Freediving, LLC(317) 412-26266512 Santiago CtApollo Beach - 33572
FUNERAL HOMESNational Cremation and Burial Society(813) 645-3231308 E College AveRuskin - 33570
Sun City Center Funeral Home(813) 634-99001851 Rickenbacker DriveSun City Center - 33573
FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATORIESZipperer’s Funeral Home(813) 645-61301520 33rd Street S.E.Ruskin - 33570
FUNERAL SERVICESSerenity Meadows Memorial Park(352) 697-24396919 Providence Rd.Riverview - 33569
FURNITURENot 2 Shabby LLC(813) 867-04431428 Apollo Beach Blvd.Apollo Beach - 33572
South Shore Shabby Shack LLC813-765-6708118A Flamingo Dr. Apollo Beach - 33572
Tuscan Alley(813) 645-5500301 US Hwy 41 SRuskin - 33570
GARAGE DOORSDesign One Garage Doors(813) 634-39614846 Sun City Center Blvd. #263Sun City Center - 33573
GENERAL CONTRACTORSBennett Building & Development, LLC(813) 777-6459411 24th Ave SWRuskin - 33570
GLASS & MIRRORSSoutheast Glass & Mirror(813) 645-3370603 US Hwy 41 SRuskin - 33570
GOLF CLUBSClubLink at Club Renaissance(813) 633-10152121 S. Pebble Beach BlvdSun City Center - 33573
Summerfield Crossings Golf Club(813) 671-331113050 Summerfield Blvd.Riverview - 33579
GROCERY WHOLESALE/VENDINGD & W Wholesale Inc. DBA Kona Ice(941) 799-14473936 Dockers Dr.Ruskin - 33570
GUNSMITHS /FIREARM SALESGun Craft, Inc(813) 645-38282403 21ST AVE. S.E.Ruskin - 33570
HAIR SALONSFringe Benefits Salon(813) 645-1001701 US Hwy 41 S Ste ERuskin - 33570
New Identities Hair Studio-South Shore(813) 741-117710639 Big Bend Rd.Riverview - 33579
Rachel’s Family Salon(813) 645-11105473 N US Hwy 41Apollo Beach - 33572
Tangle Me Knot(813) 641-8100268 Harbor Village Ln.Apollo Beach - 33572
Victoria’s 5th Avenue Salon(813) 645-01096512 US Hwy 41 NApollo Beach - 33572
HEALTH - PHARMACYCanadian Meds South(813) 413-7912200 Frandorson Cir,Ste 102Apollo Beach - 33572
HEALTH & NUTRITION ANTI-AGINGZija International(941) 545-3877714 Tanana Fall Dr.Ruskin - 33570
HEALTH & WELLNESSAutomatic Body by Nutrie(813) 645-55891003 Sago Palm WayApollo Beach - 33572
Juice Plus(941) 812-37083026 Lemon Terrace Dr.Wimauma - 33598
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LifePath Hospice(813) 877-22003725 Upper Creek Dr.Ruskin - 33573
HEALTHCARE-HOMEFirstLight HomeCare813.677.204710037 Water Works DriveRiverview - 33578
Hanson Services, Inc.(813) 634-66171601 Rickenbacker Dr, Suite 5Sun City Center - 33573
In Your Home Care Giving(813) 404-1369Apollo Beach - 33572
HEALTHCARE-WOMENWomen’s Care a division of Women’s Care Florida(813) 574-135013123 Kings Lake Dr. #102Gibsonton - 33534
HEARING CENTERSA+ Hearing Center, Inc.(813) 642-82001647 SCC Plaza, Bld. 6, Ste. 203ASun City Center - 33573
HOME ACCESSORIES & GIFTSGOstik Products, LLC(813) 508-23556513 Santiago Ct.Apollo Beach - 33572
HOME BUILDERSFlorida Home Partnership, Inc.(813) 672-7860201 14th Ave SERuskin - 33575
KB Home(813) 490-63687320 East Fletcher Ave., Ste 158Tampa - 33637
HOME DEVELOPERSLennar Homes/Katie Greene813-846-77741611 Oak Pond StreetRuskin - 33570
Waterset (NNP Southbend II)(813) 235-01547012 Sail View LaneApollo Beach - 33572
HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAILThe Home Depot(813) 633-31613730 Sun City Center BlvdRuskin - 33573
HOME REPAIR & MAINTENANCEHome Improvements(813) 325-4154Apollo Beach - 33572
HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATIONApollo Beach Condo Association(813) 645-4145P.O. Box 3612Apollo Beach - 33572
Caribbean Isles Residential Co-op(813) 645-1498405 Elsberry Rd.Apollo Beach - 33572
Island Walk Phase II HOA, Inc.P.O. Box 3331Apollo Beach - 33572
Lake St. Clair HOA(813) 349-6552Covington Garden Dr.Apollo Beach - 33572
Symphony Isles Master Association(813) 645-2752807 Symphony Isles BlvdApollo Beach - 33572
HONORARY MEMBERE. G. Simmons ParkRuskin
Gagliardi, Nick & DoloresSun City Center
Helen SchumacherApollo Beach
Hillsborough County Office Hispanic AffairsTampa
HOSPITALSBayCare-St. Joseph’s Hospital South(813) 757-50886901 Simmons Loop RoadRiverview - 33578
South Bay Hospital(813) 634-01724016 SR 674Sun City Center - 33573
HOTELSDolphin Beach Resort727.360.70114900 Gulf Blvd.St. Pete Beach - 33706
Embassy Suites Tampa Brandon813-413-390710220 Palm River RdTampa - 33619
Hilton Garden Inn(813) 626-66104328 Garden Vista DriveRiverview - 33578
Ruskin Inn(813) 641-34373113 College Ave ERuskin - 33570
The Resort and Club at Little Harbor(813) 645-3291611 Destiny DriveRuskin - 33570
HOUSING DEVELOPMENTSMirabay by Newland Communities(813) 645-1000205 Manns Harbor DriveApollo Beach - 33572
HYDROPONIC/ORGANIC PRODUCEHydro Harvest Farms(813) 645-65741101 E Shell PointRuskin - 33570
INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSAlan FieldsApollo Beach
Anne MaddenRuskin
Bill HerefordRuskin
Bonnie DenneyApollo Beach
Charles TeaSun City Center
Claudia WadsworthRuskin
Constance M Larkin, LMT, CCMP, CMLDTApollo Beach
Dr. Arthur ‘Mac’ MillerRuskin
Helen SolomonApollo Beach
Jody WhitmyerApollo Beach
Pat WarbrittonApollo Beach
Sandra MurmanTampa
Sandy CouncilSun City Center
Soch, DennyRuskin
Tom CallahanApollo Beach
W. Thomas GrimmRuskin
White, David & MarthaApollo Beach
INSURANCEAflac - Marcile Buzbee(828) 557-3065823A Bahia Del SolRuskin - 33570
All Bay Insurance Group(813) 569-7759101 Flamingo Drive, Suite A1Apollo Beach - 33572
Alley, Rehbaum & Capes(727) 797-51932433 Gulf to Bay Blvd.Clearwater - 33765
Charles D. Talley Jr. Insurance, Inc.(813) 685-93931335 Oakfield DriveBrandon - 33511
Cypress Creek Insurance Agency LLC(813) 633-0006837 Cypress Village Blvd.Ruskin - 33573
East Bay Insurance Agency Inc.(813) 645-2502117 Flamingo DriveApollo Beach - 33572
ELS & Associates, Inc.(813) 645-5300437 Apollo Beach Blvd.Apollo Beach - 33572
Gulf Coast Commercial Insurance(813) 633-7705813-B Cypress Village Blvd.Sun City Center - 33573
Gulf Coast Insurance Group(813) 355-51151647 Sun City Center PlazaSte 202BSun City Center - 33573
Gulf Coast Insurance/ Paula Allen(813) 466-9179Sun City Center - 33573
Mark Rossmiller State Farm(813) 645-3276212 Apollo Beach Blvd.Apollo Beach - 33572
RTI Insurance Services(813) 645-8000113 Miller Mac RoadApollo Beach - 33572
US Health Advisors(813) 967-33935218 Point Harbor LaneApollo Beach - 33572
INTERIOR DESIGN/DECORATINGArtful Conceptions(941) 539-4322200 Frandorson Cir. #104Apollo Beach - 33572
Bella Casa Home Staging & Redesign LLC(813) 645-2555437 Apollo Beach Blvd.Apollo Beach - 33572
IRRIGATIONRain Man Irrigation(813) 654-7958Ruskin - 33570
JEWELRY STOREBoggs Jewelry(813) 634-78994845 Sun City Center BlvdSun City Center - 33573
Origami Owl(813) 523-1781911 Academy Dr.Brandon - 33511
JEWELRY-CREATION & DESIGNJane Mae Jewels(631) 813-87885841 Sunset Falls Dr.Apollo Beach - 33572
JEWELRY-HOME BASED SALESPark Lane Jewelry(813) 924-3061Sun City Center - 33573
LANDSCAPE SUPPLIESTampa Crosstie and Landscape Supply(813) 641-00902604 College Ave. ERuskin - 33570
LIFE COACHES /COUNSELINGDr. Cyd Charrow, DSW, CPC(813) 645-80966453 Sunset Bay CircleApollo Beach - 33572
LOCKSMITHSDuboff Locksmith Services, LLC(813) 712-083212726 Standbridge DriveRiverview - 33579
MANAGEMENT CONSULTINGPatient Cycle Consulting LLC(813) 444-38381971 W. Lumsden Rd., Ste. 313Brandon - 33511
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MANUFACTURERSKennco Manufacturing(813) 645-25913rd Street NERuskin - 33575
Mid-State Plastics(813) 645-06801010 E Shellpoint RdRuski - 33575
Mosaic Company(813) 500-650013830 Circa Crossing Dr.Lithia - 33547
MANUFACTURING ELECTROSTATIC OIL FILTERSOILKLEEN, Inc.(813) 333-63561510 River Drive SW, Suite ARuskin - 33570
MARINE CONSTRUCTIONHecker Construction Company, Inc.813-236-930612619 US Hwy 41 SGibsonton - 33534
Williamson Marine Surveyors, LLC(813) 641-1001513 Domino Dr. NRuskin - 33570
MARINE SERVICESApollo Marine Surveying & Consulting LLC(813) 645-8284Apollo Beach - 33572
Village Marina(813) 840-3277611 Destiny Dr.Ruskin - 33570
MARKETINGAssociation Benefits International813 279-2111235 Apollo Beach Blvd Suite102Apollo Beach - 33572
Image Suite PR/Marketing/Media813.419.2494Wimauma - 33598
Kaeser & Blair Authorized Dealer(813) 361-825210002 Branwood DrRiverview - 33578
MARTIAL ARTS SCHOOLSTampa Bay Martial Arts Academy, Inc.(813) 649-00206038 US Hwy 41 NApollo Beach - 33572
MASSAGE THERAPYMagic Touch Massage Studio, PLLC813-645-9687204 Apollo Beach BlvdApollo Beach - 33572
MEATS/SEAFOOD RETAILApollo Meats(813) 645-2379226 Apollo Beach Blvd.Apollo Beach - 33572
MEDIABayside Living @ MiraBay(813) 445-4844Apollo Beach - 33572
Hometown Magazine(813) 409-3774Apollo Beach - 33572
Tampa Bay Times/Brandon Times(813) 661-245511268 Winthrop Main St, Ste ARiverview - 33578
MEDICALMy First Doctor Pediatric(813) 418-728211347 Big Bend Rd.Riverview - 33579
MEDICAL CLINICSSuncoast Community Health Center(813) 349-75602814 14th Ave SERuskin - 33570
MEDICAL/COSMETICLasting Impressions Laser(813) 645-7502201 Flamingo Dr.Apollo Beach - 33572
MOBILE FOOD VENDORSC & J Specialty, Inc.(813) 917-3334PO Box 266Riverview - 33568
Ol’ Kentucky Kettlecorn(813) 235-808914114 Balm Boyette RoadRiverview - 33579
Snooky Bear’s Snack Shack Too(813) 601-2772PO Box 121Ruskin - 33575
MOBILE PET GROOMINGAussie Pet Mobile(813) 601-3300104 2nd Street NWRuskin - 33575
MORTGAGE LENDERSMovement Mortgage(813) 480-5396449 Apollo Beach Blvd.Apollo Beach - 33572
MOVING SERVICESBrothers EZ Moving(813) 299-290712201 Shelby Dr.Riverview - 33579
Harrison’s Moving Service(813) 633-554420104 Hobbs Rd.Wimauma - 33598
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MUSIC INSTRUMENTS RETAILMusic Showcase(813) 685-5998402 Oakfield Dr.Brandon - 33511
MUSICAL PERFORMANCENew Directions Orchestra(813) 671-4278121 Carver St.Brandon - 33510
NEWSPAPERSObserver News(813) 645-3111210 Woodland Estate AvenueRuskin - 33570
Osprey Observer Community Newspaper(813) 657-2418900 Lithia Pinecrest Rd.Brandon - 33511
The Tampa Tribune/South Shore News(813) 259-7321202 Parker StreetTampa - 33606
NONPROFITSAmerican Businesswomen’s Assoc.-SouthShore Chpt106 Shell Falls DriveApollo Beach - 33572
American Cancer Society(813) 685-06701462 Oakfield DriveBrandon - 33511
Bullet Free Sky813-285-3663415 14th Ave. S.E.Ruskin - 33570
Camp Bayou Outdoor Learning Center813-641-85454140 24th Street SERuskin - 33570
Children’s Board of Hillsborough County /The Children’s Home Inc.(813) 641-56003030 E. College AvenueRuskin - 33570
Choices Women’s Center(813) 938-60243018 E. College AvenueRuskin - 33570
Doby Elementary PTA(813) 672-53886720 Covington Garden Dr.Apollo Beach - 33572
Elmira’s Wildlife Sanctuary(813) 385-541513910 Seminole TrailWimauma - 33598
Firehouse Cultural Center(813) 645-7651101 1st Ave. NERuskin - 33570
Good Samaritan Mission, Inc.(813) 634-713614920 Balm Wimauma RoadWimauma - 33598
Hillsborough County Small Business Information Ctr(813) 914-40287402 N 56th St, Bldg 400, Ste 425Tampa - 33617
Krewe of the South Shore Marauders(813) 633-82551347 Misty Greens Dr.Sun City Center - 33573
Mary and Martha House, Inc.(813) 645-7874P.O. Box 1251Ruskin - 33575
Operation Lotus813-541-8195P.O. Box 3056Riverview - 33568
PCAT Literacy Ministries, Inc.813 949-0109913 Newberger Rd.Lutz - 33549
Redlands Christian Migrant Assoc.(813) 671-5264416 US Highway 41 SouthRuskin - 33575
Ruskin V.F.W. 6287(813) 645-29355120 US Hwy 41 NRuskin - 33570
Ruskin Woman’s Club(813) 645-3752503 US Highway 41 SouthRuskin - 33570
Safe Boating South Bay, Incorporated(813) 641-24882040 Saffold Park DriveRuskin - 33570
Society of St. Vincent de Paul - East Hillsborough County District(813) 645-52551311 3rd St. NERuskin - 33570
SouthShore Anglers Inc.(813) 545-998812408 Midpointe DriveRiverview - 33578
South Shore Arts Council(813) 746-4975P.O. Box 1613Ruskin - 33570
South Shore Republican Club(813) 677-260611427 Village Brook Dr.Riverview - 33569
Sun City Center Campaign against Human Trafficking(813) 633-4647Sun City Center - 33573
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Tampa Bay Arts & Education Network(813) 343-3018703 N Willow Ave.Tampa - 33606
The Rotary Club of South Bay After Hours(239) 898-8718986 Villeroy Greens DriveSun City Center - 33573
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary-Flotilla 75(813) 651-1763Apollo Beach - 33572
Vesta Facilities Management (813) 387-34851900 Clubhouse Dr.Sun City Center - 33573
Visions of Hope International(813) 277-81815220 Moon Shell Dr.Apollo Beach - 33572
YMCA Camp Cristina(813) 684-13719840 Balm Riverview RdRiverview - 33569
NOTARIESMelanie Morrison, Notary(813) 645-1366137 Harbor Village LaneApollo Beach - 33572
NURSERIES - COMMERCIALPlants of Ruskin(813) 645-25289014th St. NWRuskin - 33575
ONLINE RETAILAmazonRuskin - 33570
OPTICAL/EYE CARERuskin Eye Clinic(813) 645-3831612 N. Tamiami TrailRuskin - 33570
PACKING & SHIPPINGPango Sales(813) 671-75518137 Eagle Palm Dr.Riverview - 33569
The UPS Store(813) 645-8330235 Apollo Beach Blvd.Apollo Beach - 33572
PAINTSherwin Williams(813) 641-2359712 N. US Hwy 41Ruskin - 33570
PAINTINGPainting By BRUNO, Inc.(813) 645-3471836 Signet DrApollo Beach - 33572
PAPER CRAFTINGSparkle N Sprinkle(813) 642-09403016 E. College AveRuskin - 33570
PAPER SHREDDINGLegal Shred(813) 445-730411806 S. US Hwy 41Gibsonton - 33534
PEST CONTROL SERVICESAlley Cat Pest Control, LLC813-671-38387035 US Highway 301 SouthRiverview - 33578
PET SITTINGTaylor’s Pet Sitting(813) 295-01825726 Eden Falls Pl.Apollo Beach - 33572
PET STORESAround The World Animals(813) 304-25236140 N US Hwy 41Apollo Beach - 33572
PHOTOGRAPHYHuth & Booth Photography(813) 447-990911103 Silver Dancer Dr.Riverview - 33579
Photos by Moose(813) 645-1649P.O. Box 862Ruskin - 33570
PLUMBERSReedy Plumbing(813) 634-11635186 SR 674Wimauma - 33598-9535
PLUMBING & PORTABLE TOILETSBob Billa’s SHJ Plumbing LLC(813) 641-9174PO Box 5082Sun City Center - 33571
Chris’s Plumbing Service(813) 623-6830P.O. Box 3389Riverview - 33568
Howie’s Plumbing(813) 633-8923139 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. #202Sun City Center - 33573
Maverick’s Portable Restrooms813-376-4354P.O. Box 3165Riverview - 33568
POLITICAL CAMPAIGNSConstance Daniels Campaign(813) 516-4244P.O. Box 6219Brandon - 33508
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Janet Dougherty Candidate for County Commission District 4813-708-9022PO Box 1340Riverview - 33568
Robert Bauman for Circuit Court Judge(813) 376-38101211 N. Westshore Blvd. #200Tampa - 33607
POOL SERVICE / REPAIRPool Time of Tampa, Inc.(813) 419-49106156 US Hwy 41 NApollo Beach - 33572
PRINTINGA Ability Professional Business(813) 645-34101028 Apollo Beach Blvd #113Apollo Beach - 33572
Blu Marc Printing(813) 645-23885910 Fortune PlaceApollo Beach - 33572
M&M Printing(813) 645-4048210 Woodland Estates AveRuskin - 33570
Pinecrest Printing(813) 684-5444105 N. Falkenburg Road, Suite DTampa - 33619
PRODUCE - GROWERS & SHIPPERSTomatoes of Ruskin(813) 645-6431202 11th Ave NWRuskin - 33575
PROPERTY MANAGEMENTIrongate Senior Apartments(813) 645-88001820 Blair Castle CircleRuskin - 33570
Mira Bay Village Shopping Center(212) 573-0849106 Harbor Village LaneApollo Beach - 33572
PUBLISHINGLuBelle Publishing, Inc.(863) 874-0084PO Box 7934Sun City - 33586
QUICK SERVICE RESTAURANTSCaspers Company McDonald’s(813) 287-2231Ruskin & Sun City CenterTampa - 33607
REAL ESTATECarol Newcomb, Realtor(813) 601-74506160 N HWY 41Apollo Beach - 33572
Century 21 Beggins Ent-Aixa Moore(813) 658-14126542 US Hwy 41 N Ste. 101Apollo Beach - 33572
Century 21 Beggins Ent-B. J. Hurd(813) 658-38526542 N US Hwy 41, Suite 101Apollo Beach - 33572
Century 21 Beggins Ent-Colleen Laskey(813) 633-94546542 US Hwy 41 N.Ruskin - 33573
Century 21 Beggins Ent-Craig Beggins(813) 645-84816542 US Hwy 41NApollo Beach - 33572
Christine L. Spooner Realtor(813) 363-30311525 Rickenbacker Dr.Sun City Center - - 33573
Coldwell Banker Dolphin Realty(813) 645-8495208 Apollo Beach Blvd.Apollo Beach - 33572
EHome Tampa Bay(813) 732-32885042 Ruby Flats Dr.Wimauma - 33596
Florida Online Realty(813) 641-3339PO Box 3339Apollo Beach - 33572
Keller Williams - Michele Godino(813) 777-02083711 Nazimova AveRuskin - 33570
Keller Williams - Michele Herndon, PA(813) 523-9222109 Harbor Village LaneApollo Beach - 33572
Keller Williams Jared & Amber Rutherford(813) 545-9166109 Harbor Village Ln.Apollo Beach - 33572
Keller Williams Realty SouthShore(813) 641-8300109 Harbor Village LaneApollo Beach - 33572
Keller Williams Realty-Scott Christensen(941) 224-9177109 Harbor Village LaneApollo Beach - 335702
Keller Williams Realty-Sharon Van Loan(813) 641-8300109 Harbor Village LaneApollo Beach - 33572
Keller Williams/ Donna Southers(813) 476-1617109 Harbor Village Ln..Apollo Beach - 33572
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Michael Simpkins, Realtor/Keller Williams813-541-3307109 Harbor Village LnApollo Beach - 33572
Paul B Dickman Realty(813) 645-3211305 US Hwy 41 NRuskin- 33570
ReMax Bayside(813) 938-1112237 Apollo Beach BlvdApollo Beach - 33572
ReMax Bayside/ Marsha Doane(813) 748-6864237 Apollo Beach Blvd.Apollo Beach - 33572
ReMax Bayside-Victoria Ginty(813) 624-6867109 Harbor Village LaneApollo Beach - 33572
Turner Cole Company Real Estate Services(813) 610-52569350 Bay Plaza Blvd #120Tampa - 33619
Weichert Realtors SouthShore/Colin Howgill(813) 649-10026160 N HWY 41Apollo Beach - 33572
Weichert Realtors SouthShore/David Madden(813) 447-90156160 N. Hwy 41Apollo Beach - 33572
Weichert Realtors SouthShore/Ron Simpson(813) 477-02856160 N US Hwy 41Apollo Beach - 33572
Weichert Realtors SouthShore/Sue Detweiler(813) 649-10026160 N HWY 41Apollo Beach - 33572
Weichert Realtors/Carol Newcomb(813) 601-74506160 N HWY 41Apollo Beach - 33572
REAL ESTATE RENTALSRay Weedon & Associates(813) 645-4145839 Birdie WayApollo Beach - 33572
REAL ESTATE/PROPERTY MANAGEMENTAll Ready Property Management Realty, Inc.(813) 741-379010524 Sanford St.Riverview - 33578
Riverside Club813-645-60002550 Pier DriveRuskin - 33570
RECREATIONHillsborough County Parks Recreation & Conservation(813) 672-11206219 Symmes Rd.Gibsonton - 33534
SouthShore Outdoor Adventures(910) 364-5803919 Capriccio LaneApollo Beach - 33572
RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONSUnited Methodist Church of Sun City Center(813) 634-25391210 Del Webb Blvd. W.Sun City Center - 33573
RENTALS-EQUIPMENT & SPECIAL OCCASIONSBrandon Rental Center(813) 654-7368P.O. Box 2165Seffner - 33583
RESTAURANTBeanie’s Family Sports Grill(813) 649-17002002 U.S. Hwy 41 SouthRuskin - 33570
East Coast Pizza(813) 385-654013340 Lincoln RdRiverview - 33579
Hungry Howie’s(813) 684-06221326 E. Lumsden RoadBrandon - 33511
Kaz’s Seafood Dive(813) 331-39156186 N Hwy 41Apollo Beach - 33572
Little Caesars813-245-19833848 Sun City Blvd. Ste. 112Ruskin - 33570
Pita Kebob(813) 419-4926243 Apollo Beach Blvd.Apollo Beach - 33572
Popi’s Place V(813) 649-13151010 U.S. Hwy 41 NorthPalmetto - 34221
Ricky’s(813) 641-87926520 N. US Hwy 41Apollo Beach - 33572
River’s Edge Bar & Grill(813) 671-91966226 Ohio Ave.Gibsonton - 33534
Riverside Bar and Grill/Feather Creek LLC(813) 638-10052035 Pier Dr.Ruskin - 33570
S & S Tacos & Stuff(813) 677-8226701 S US Hwy 41 Ste ARuskin - 33570
The Dog House & More(813) 419-4325204 W Shell Point Rd.Ruskin - 33570
The Fish House(813) 641-94511902 W. Shell Point RoadRuskin - 33570
RESTAURANTS, BOWLING/ARCADESThe Alley at Southshore, LLC(813) 672-835310221 Big Bend Rd.Riverview - 33569
RETAIL/DIRECT SALESBeleave Teas Inc.(813) 785-3187235 Apollo Beach Blvd. Ste 156Apollo Beach - 33572
Home Port Gallery(813) 294-27306170 US Hwy 41Apollo Beach - 33572
Rustic Flavors- Mac Thrift(813) 874-15184536 W Kennedy Blvd. #222Tampa - 33609
Shell Point Cottage813-330-6511102A Shell Point Rd.Ruskin - 33570
RETIREMENT & REHABILITATIONSun Towers Retirement & Rehabilitation(813) 634-3347101 Trinity Lakes DriveSun City Center - 33573
ROOFINGCardinal Roofing(813) 689-76633108 Barkley LaneValrico - 33596
Palm Tree Roofing(813) 333-6320342 Cedar Falls Dr.Apollo Beach - 33572
RV PARKHide-A-Way RV Resort(813) 645-60372206 Chaney DrRuskin - 33570
Holiday Palms RV Park(813) 645-9496424 19th Ave NERuskin - 33575
SAILINGTampa Sailing Squadron(813) 641-2722P.O. Box 3277Apollo Beach - 33572
SCHOOLSAMI Kids YES(813) 671-52134337 Saffold Rd.Wimauma - 33598
Apollo Beach Elementary School(813) 671-5172501 Apollo Beach BlvdApollo Beach- 33572
Beth Shields Middle School(813) 672-533815732 Beth Shields WayRuskin - 33573
Cypress Creek Elementary School(813) 671-51674040 19th Avenue NERuskin - 33573
Doby Elementary School(813) 672-53886720 Covington Garden Dr.Apollo Beach - 33572
East Bay High School(813) 671-51347710 Big Bend RoadGibsonton - 33534
Eisenhower Middle School(813) 671-50037620 Big Bend RoadGibsonton - 33534
Lennard High School(813) 641-56112002 E. Shell Point RoadRuskin - 33570
Reddick Elementary(813) 634-0809325 W Lake DrWimauma - 33598
Ruskin Elementary School(813) 671-5177101 E College AveRuskin - 33570
South County Career Center(813) 233-33352810 John Sherman WayRuskin - 33570
Wimauma Elementary School(813) 671-51595709 Hickman StreetWimauma - 33598
SCHOOL ORGANIZATIONSApollo Beach Elementary PTA(813) 671-5172501 Apollo Beach Blvd.Apollo Beach - 33572
SCREEN PRINTING, EMBROIDERYJRC Shirts N More(813) 419-49185928 Fortune PlaceApollo Beach - 33572
SEAFOODMcRoberts Sales(813) 645-2561701 S Tamiami TrailRuskin - 33575
SELF STORAGEBig Jim’s Self Storage(813) 641-18892107 East College Avenue Ste 1Ruskin - 33570
Champion Self Storage(813) 641-17772809 E. College Ave.Ruskin - 33570
Ruskin Self Storage(813) 645-20203648 US Hwy 41 S.Ruskin - 33570
SENIOR LIVINGFreedom Plaza(813) 634-18241010 American Eagle Blvd Apt 114Sun City Center - 33573
SENIOR LUXURY LIVINGAston Gardens(813) 633-2378231 Courtyard Blvd.Sun City Center - 33573
SEWING MACHINESCypress Vac & Sew(813) 634-87933830 Sun City Center Blvd., Ste 103Ruskin - 33573
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SHERIFF’S OFFICESHillsborough County Sheriff’s Office. District 4(813) 247-0400508 33rd Street SERuskin - 33570
SIGNSSouth Shore Signs, Inc.(813) 645-2201103 College Ave. WRuskin - 33570
SODCouncil Growers Sod(813) 633-86652680 County Rd 579Wimauma - 33598
SPIRITUAL CENTERSUnity SouthShore(813) 481-9060101 1st St. SERuskin - 33570
SWIMMING POOL CONTRACTORAll Seasons Pool Service, Inc.(813) 638-18376490 US Hwy 41 NApollo Beach - 33572
TAX PREPARATIONH & R Block Business Services(813) 645-4829151 Harbor Village LaneApollo Beach - 33572
TENNIS COURT CONSTRUCTIONWelch Tennis Courts(813) 641-7787407 24th Ave SWSun City - 33586
TITLE COMPANIESAll American Title(813) 649-9740609 18th Street S.E.Ruskin - 33570
North American Title Co.(813) 243-89437130 Big Bend RdSuite 106Gibsonton - 33534
TITLE INSURANCECommerce Realty Services(813) 645-4641218 Apollo Beach BlvdApollo Beach - 33572
South Bay Title Insurance Agency, Inc.(813) 633-3330936 Cypress Village Blvd., Suite ARuskin - 33573
TRANSPORTATIONDedicated Transportation Solutions, Inc.(813) 220-4191922 Chipaway Dr.Apollo Beach - 33572
TRAVEL AGENTSAAA Auto Club Group Southern Region(813) 633-4880717 Cortaro Dr.Sun City Center - 33573
K & B Travel, LLC(813) 645-22556311 Balboa LaneApollo Beach - 33572
Sun Point Travel(813) 633-37773604 Gaviota Dr.Ruskin - 33573
TREE SERVICESCedric Williams Tree Service & Landscaping(813) 645-9249909 Oak St. SWRuskin - 33570
TROPHIES/AWARDSBrown’s Trophies Inc.(813) 685-6808140 S. Moon AveBrandon - 33511
TRUCKING COMPANYH.O.T.G. German Trucking(813) 938-58672025 15th Street SERuskin - 33570
TRUCKING/TRACTORSPittman Trucking(813) 645-18833704 30th St SERuskin - 33570
UTILITIESTampa Electric Company(813) 228-4364702 N. Franklin Street P3Tampa - 33602
VACATIONS/ RENTALSSunshine Lodge352-344-10259161 E. Devil’s Neck Rd Floral City - 34436
VETERINARIANSFox & Friends Animal Hospital(813) 633-24431024 Cypress Village BlvdSun City Center - 33573
Ruskin Animal Hospital(813) 645-6411715 S. Tamiami TrailRuskin - 33570
WATER CONDITIONINGIra Elwyn Exum Jr. Water Well Systems813-633-95663323 River Estates Dr.Wimauma - 33598
WINDOW TINTINGSolar Designs(813) 645-2200103 College Ave WRuskin - 33570
WINDOW TREATMENTSGotcha Covered(813) 625-5200Apollo Beach - 33572
WINE-MAKING SHOPSSouthshore Uncorked, Inc.(813) 649-94661432 Apollo Beach Blvd.Apollo Beach - 33572
WIRLESS/CELLVerizon Wireless/TCC(813) 642-61817130 Big Bend Road, 112Gibsonton - 33534
YACHT BROKERSUnited Yacht Sales(813) 927-5645Lands End Marina1220 Apollo Beach Blvd.Apollo Beach - 33572
YOGAShore Bliss Yoga(813) 748-4036118 Flamingo Dr.Apollo Beach - 33572
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