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Addiction speaker will provide tools for coping

By Times Staff Writer
Published September 19, 2007

ST. PETERSBURG

Get help coping with issues such as depression, gambling, alcohol or drug abuse, and general loss of control over life. A workshop will be held from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sept. 29 at Grace Lutheran Church, 4301 16th St. N. Les Ambush, Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance facilitator and addiction speaker, will present a "toolbox" for coping. Donation is $5. Call 822-3480 or 418-3464 for reservations.

ST. PETERSBURG

Training prepares tutors teaching adults to read

The Literacy Council of St. Petersburg will hold its next Tutor Training Workshop Sept. 28 from 6:45 to 9:30 p.m., and Sept. 29 from 8:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Verizon headquarters, 821 First Ave. N. The 10-hour workshop is designed to train volunteers in the methods and complexities of teaching an adult to read. Prior teaching experience is not required. One must be 18 years of age or older. Registration deadline is today. Cost is $25. For more information call 521-1117.

COUNTYWIDE

Hearing impaired can get free equipment

Florida residents with hearing loss can receive amplified telephones and specialized equipment for free at the Deaf and Hearing Connection for Tampa Bay.

Free hearing screenings, other assisting equipment and low-cost hearing aids are also available at locations across Pinellas County.

Call 727 399-9983 or visit www.ftri.org for locations and information.

ST. PETERSBURG

Recovery center seeks household items

The Solid Rock Christian Recovery Center needs washers, dryers, television sets, furniture, lumber, and household items. Bring them to the center at 4128 28th St. N., or call 521-6306 for pickup. Donations are tax-deductible.

COUNTYWIDE

Water treatment pitch could be a hoax

Pinellas County officials say they have received complaints that at least one local water treatment company claims to represent the county to gain entrance to homes and inspect faucets or hot water heaters in an effort to sell water treatment systems. The companies are not endorsed by or affiliated with any government agency, and county utility employees would never try to sell an "upgrade" to a home's plumbing.

To learn about Pinellas water quality, call (727) 464-4000. To investigate a company's business history, call the Department of Consumer Protection at (727) 464-6200 or visit www.pinellascounty.org consumer and click on "Check a business."

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Advocates for pets lobby for food safety

Defend Our Pets is seeking pet owners to sign a petition that will be presented to Congress before the summer session is over in hopes of passing a bill to protect pets through tougher laws and regulations concerning the quality of pet food sold in the United States.

For information, visit www.defendourpets.org or e-mail attorney Jay Edelson at jay@blimlaw.com

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4-H fundraiser features apples, pecans

Nothing says fall like the crunch of fresh apples or the smell of a pecan pie wafting from your oven. You can order apples and pecans through the 4-H Youth Development Programs of the Pinellas County Extension. The apples are Ohio's best Crispin yellow and Empire red varieties. They may be ordered by the half-bushel for $16.50 or by the whole bushel for $30. The pecans are $8 per pound. Call 582-2528 by Oct. 1 to order.

ST. PETERSBURG

Yard sale donations will help preschool

Community Preschool, 1665 25th Ave. N, is accepting donations for its annual yard sale Nov. 9 and 10. Donations can include furniture, collectibles, books, household goods and other items. Donations should be in good condition and can be delivered to the school 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday. Proceeds will benefit the preschool. Call 895-2512.e_SClBCOUNTYWIDE

Tree ID made easy with pocket guide

Can you spot the difference between a poplar and pine? "What Tree is That?", a 72-page pocket guide to distinguishing trees, is available from the National Arbor Day Foundation. For a copy, send you name, address and $3 for each book to 100 Arbor Ave., Nebraska City, Neb., 68410 or online at www.arborday.org.e_SClBCOUNTYWIDE

Storm preparation tips available from county

Pinellas County Emergency Management has created a printable disaster survival kit that can make shopping for essential items to have on hand easier.

For information on hurricane preparedness, call 464-3800 or go to www.pinellascounty.org/emergency.

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