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Reflections on Mother’s Day
Motherhood is beautiful and messy and everything in between. When my oldest son was 3, his preschool teacher worked with each student to create a book they would present to their moms on Mother’s Day. On one page, my son was asked to share what his mom does all day. His answer? “She watches […]
The Origins of Mother’s Day
Celebrations of motherhood date back to the ancient Greeks and Romans who held ceremonies to honor goddesses Rhea and Cybele respectively. The modern-day celebration of Mother’s Day in the U.S. can be attributed to the perseverance of one woman: Anna Jarvis. Ironically, she had no children of her own. Anna was the daughter of Ann […]
Aqua Fitness Classes at Countryway S&T
Aqua Fit classes return to the Westchase Pool on Countryway Boulevard just in time for the peak heat of summer. Certified Aquatic Fitness Professional and Westchase resident, Linda Senkowicz, is offering two exciting class options: Aqua Fitness: A fun, low-impact workout to build strength, boost mobility, and tone your body. Aqua Pilates: A gentle, core-focused […]
Celebrating 25 Years of the Great West Chase
It might still be spring, but the WOW is already gearing up for the 25th Anniversary of the Great West Chase this fall! And the best part? The 25th Anniversary of the Great West Chase falls on Halloween! Mark your calendars for Oct. 31, 2026, and start planning those race-friendly costumes! The Great West Chase […]
District 14 Special Election to be Held March 24
On March 24, 2026, a special election will be held to fill the vacancy in State Senate District 14. Residents of state Senate District 14, which includes all of WOW’s readership area, have been without representation since Jay Collins left the seat in August of 2025 to serve as lieutenant governor. Collins replaced Jeannette Nunez, […]
2025 Decorating Contest Winners
We would like to thank everyone who took part in this year’s decorating contest for helping to spread holiday cheer with your beautiful displays! Thank you also to our judges (who will remain anonymous). They definitely had a tough job this year! We had 30 homes participate across four categories and six neighborhoods vying for […]
Summer Camps your Kids Will Love
Looking for a quality summer camp program for your child? Look no further! We are fortunate in Westchase to have so many quality camp programs just a short drive away. From fine arts to coding and everything in between, there are camps for all interests and age levels. Check out a few of the great […]
Holiday Markets and Craft Festivals
This time of year, holiday markets and craft festivals pop up across Tampa Bay, offering one-of-a-kind gifts, many of which are made by local artisans. Best of all, several of these markets are held outdoors, allowing shoppers to enjoy the beautiful winter weather in Florida while they shop. Below are just a few markets to […]
Where to Donate Items You No Longer Need
Whether you are taking advantage of cooler weather to do a deep clean or trying to figure out what to do with all those things that didn’t sell during your neighborhood’s fall garage sale, here is a list of a few amazing organizations that can do some good with your unwanted items. Please note: At […]
