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CLC’s Golf for the Future Tournament Fundraiser

Join us for CLC’s Annual Golf for the Future Tournament at the Bardmoor Golf & Tennis Club located at 8001 Cumberland Road, Seminole, FL 33777 on Saturday, November 8th, 2025.

Every dollar made at this tournament goes directly to Community Learning Center to expand tutoring and educational programs and projects to improve education, character development, drug prevention and human rights.
Thank you again for your continued support of the Community Learning Center and our community!

Event Details

  • When: Saturday, November 8th, 2025
  • Where: Located at 8001 Cumberland Road, Seminole, FL 33777
  • Tee Time: 8:00 a.m. Shotgun

More Information

If you would like more information or have questions about the Golf for the Future Tournament Fundraiser, please visit http://golfforthefuture.com/ or contact:
Gary Patrick: (727) 474-9991 / Email gary@hotelwifi.com or
Ferdinand Haag: (727) 771-3363 / Email secureditsolutionsllc@gmail.com

For more information or questions regarding Community Learning Center school and tutoring services, please contact:
Kristen Harper: (727) 441-4444

 

Bardmoor Golf & Tennis Club

Bardmoor Golf & Tennis Club

Located at 8001 Cumberland Road, Seminole, FL 33777.
Course Overview
Voted 2019 Best Golf Course in Tampa Bay — Host Club to 13 PGA & LGPA Tour Events

Discover Why Bardmoor is a Favorite Among Tour Players – Bardmoor Golf & Tennis Club is one of the premier public golf courses in the Tampa Bay area. For more than a dozen years, our Club was the host site for the PGA/LPGA JCPenney Classic, as well as many prestigious local tournaments.

Bardmoor was founded in 1971 by Oliver Bardes, a wealthy Ohio industrialist who was an avid golfer. The present course was one of three courses designed for Bardes by William Diddle. The first rounds of golf at Bardmoor Country Club was an exhibition match with Ben Hogan and Tommy Bolt in 1971.

In 1998, Bardmoor Golf and Tennis Club opened a new 12,000-foot clubhouse. Today it features a fully stocked Golf Shop, Pizzeria & Grille, and the newly renovated event venue and outdoor patio for up to 300 guests. A Junior Olympic size pool and 16 tennis courts are among the other first-class amenities that you’ll find at Bardmoor. In 2001 Bardmoor underwent a $2 million design renovation by Gary Koch, a six-time PGA tour winner and renowned golf course architect. The greens were renovated, a new irrigation system was added and sparkling white sand was put into the bunkers.

The addition of TifEagle grass to the newly reconstructed greens has firmly established Bardmoor’s reputation for having some of the best greens in Florida. As you play, you’ll find some elevation changes and plenty of holes loaded with character. We have good sightlines on our fairways, and a great many well-tended pine trees. All our Par 3’s here are outstanding and each has something special about it. Everyone loves the shortest of them, No. 5, measuring 174 yards from the back and 115 from the forward tees. This is a picture-perfect hole with lots of appeal. It is one you will remember with its elevated green and glistening water behind the green and to the right. Bardmoor has some longer Par 3’s as well, like the 13th, measuring 225 from the back and 136 from the front tees.

Jen NickersonCLC’s Golf for the Future Tournament Fundraiser
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Dive Into Geography

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Geography is far more than maps and capitals—it’s the foundation of understanding how the world works. From shaping cultures to influencing economies, geography helps us make sense of our surroundings, our history, and even our future. It encourages us to ask why things are where they are, how places are connected, and what might happen if something changes. Geography builds critical thinking. Other than a globe or map on a wall to help you learn, interactive websites with things like “pin the place” games are a fun way to explore continents, oceans, and countries. You can also watch geography or travel YouTube channels (National Geographic Kids is great). Remember to encourage curiosity about the world around you.

Kristen HarperDive Into Geography
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Success from a Happy Mom!

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“Hi, my name is K. and I’m a mother of four children. T. is my first born. Since he started in the Community Learning Center program I’ve seen a lot of improvements in my son. When he says a sentence, he learns if it is correct. If it’s not correct, he will fix it. He learned to sound a word out and if he doesn’t know, he will ask for help.

“He talks with a better vocabulary and is a very, very, very good reader and speller.

“To be a part of this program is a blessing and treasure because it shows me that there are people in this world that care about my son’s future and education, which I love very much.

“T. is the oldest and has a little brother and two little sisters who look up to him dearly. His dad and I do as well. We teach our kids to be better in life than what Mommy and Daddy did, which I truly believe he will do.

“He says he enjoys school, which I am very proud of. I always tell him that he can be anything and do anything he wants to do as long as he puts his mind to it. He says he wants to be a police officer. Whatever he chooses to be is fine with Mom and Dad. We love all of our kids and since T. is the leader we know off the top of our heads that we have winners, not losers.

“I love all the help you ladies have given my son, more than you will know. You will forever be appreciated and never forgotten.

With much love and happy honors, K.” (Mom of a Pro Tutoring Student)

Jen NickersonSuccess from a Happy Mom!
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Golf for the Future! Do it Fore the Kids!

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🌟 Join Us for the Golf for the Future Tournament! 🌟

🏌️‍♂️ Date: Saturday, November 8th, 2025

📍 Location: Bardmoor Golf & Tennis Club, Seminole, FL

Help support the Community Learning Center by participating in this fun tournament!

🎟️ Tickets: $300 each

📞 Contact: Gary – 727-474-9991 | Ferdinand – 727-771-3363

Sponsorship Opportunities Available!

✨ All proceeds help expand tutoring programs and projects to improve education, character development, drug prevention, and human rights.

For more details and to register, visit www.GolfForTheFuture.com

Kristen HarperGolf for the Future! Do it Fore the Kids!
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Pinellas County Animal Services is coming to Summer Camp!

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We will be having a special event in Summer Camp on Tuesday, July 22nd at 10:00 am.

Pinellas County Animal Services is coming to educate our children on caring for a puppy and to raise awareness on the importance of caring for your pets.

They kindly offered to bring some of their puppies to interact with the kids.

The school would love to show our appreciation to their staff and teach kids the importance of giving back to our community, so we are asking anyone interested to bring a donation for the shelter.

We are currently collecting donations in Reception – please feel free to drop off anytime up to Tuesday!

This is what the shelter currently needs:

*Unopened cans or bagged cat/kitten & dog/puppy food

*New pet toys

*Slip training leashes

*Collars

*Pet beds

*Crates of various sizes

*Cat condos

*Bleach

*Towels

*HE Laundry Detergent

*Kleenex/tissue

*Rubbing Alcohol

*Milk Bone dog treats

*Creamy peanut butter (NO xylitol ingredient)

*Cat litter

*Liquid dish soap

*Hand sanitizer

*Dog or cat shampoo

*Food bowls

*Newspapers

Thank you for your support! 💕

Jen NickersonPinellas County Animal Services is coming to Summer Camp!
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Writing Your Own Fantasy Story

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Start with a compelling premise. A strong central idea grounds your world and sets the tone for everything that follows. Fantasy might be filled with dragons and spells, but readers connect most deeply with people. Focus on your main character. Give your protagonist a clear goal, a personal flaw, and a reason the journey matters to them. The best fantasy heroes grow and struggle in ways that feel human, even when surrounded by spells and mythical beasts.

World-building is essential, but don’t fall into the trap of explaining everything up front. Instead, reveal your world through action, dialogue, and your character’s perspective. Plot your story with rising tension and clear stakes. Use the classic structure—beginning, middle, climax, and resolution—to keep your story moving. Your character should face increasingly difficult challenges, leading to a final decision or confrontation that forces them to grow. Along the way, mix action with quieter emotional beats. A great fantasy story doesn’t just dazzle—it resonates

Your first draft doesn’t have to be perfect. Get the story down, then revise with intention— tightening scenes and deepening your character arcs. Fantasy is a wide-open genre, but the most memorable stories are the ones that feel real—even when they’re impossible.

Kristen HarperWriting Your Own Fantasy Story
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