by [uke LirDt WHAv^T1 T fIAEfPENING In AP)Id Yb@r SEvents i Ifyou have any events you would like to announce in this Sa *column, please call Paul Guzzo at 248-3921 orfax them to The Christmas Season of commerce rolling. Charms" box. There was ap- 247-5357. seems to have taken on a life of The transition would be parently something about the UNITY Celebration its own over the last few years. quite easy. The songs are all rainbow and the reference to The International Bazaar in Ybor City will celebrate the the The endless debate about how there, "Jingle Bells" already "magically delicious" that was life of Martin Luther King, Jr. on Sunday, January 14 at 3 to even acknowledge the event being one of the most popular troubling on the basis of some p.m. with their annual UNITY Celebration. In the past, over seems to overshadow Christ- songs of the season. Christmas- sexual orientation thing. This 400 people have celebrated the event, which always includes mas more than any reasonable parties could be called "Jingle happened about the same time live music, food and education. In order for this year's event to person can handle. Mingles." Christmas concerts they tried to get Florida State match and exceed past successes, the organizers are in need Should we say "Happy Holi- could be "Jingle Time Jams." to give up the Seminole as of community support. They need musicians, advertisement, days" to express some con- Naturally, we would have to its mascot because it was so press, food, and more to be donated to the event. sideration for non-Christian reorganize some things a little. demeaning. Or maybe the war- If you would like to support this event that promotes peaces folk? Is it really -offensive to Hanukah should be recogriized paint was perceived as some and brings a positive crowd to Ybor City, please call Jacqueline them to wish them a "Merry as a National Holiday for the type of make-up. Either way, I and Kenny Conley at 241-8291 or 770-0870. Christmas"? Does the ac- entire week between "Jingle am glad that there are folks out Iti knowledgement of Christmas Time" and New Year, since no- there making sure that I don't Italian Documentaries even evoke a Christian ethic? body really gets anything done get led down the wrong path by The Italian Club is holding a Documentary Film Contest What. kind of "Holiday" can then anyway. Kwanzaa should these seductive tricksters! with the winning films shown during the Sorrento Cheese we even have when so much be moved to sometime in mid- If you get my point, yes, it Festa Italiana 2007on Saturday, March 31 and Sunday, April is in question? Personally, I August, since there is really no is totally out of control. I don't 1 at the Itaan Club. Student and amateur submissions are don't care what anyone thinks, good National Holiday between know when we went from encouraged, as ell as professionals. and if a Christian is offended the 4th of July and Labor Day, melting pot to meltdown, but First place receives $1,000; second place $750; third $500; by some generic reference to and an event emanating from I have lost all patience with and fourth $250. "Happy Holidays," he deserves the Continent of Africa should people who have taken events The rules are as followed: neither. On the same basis, if be "climate sensitive" to its ori- that have, either historically 1 All entries should, in some ay, be Italian-related. a non-Christian gets perturbed gins. It should be on a Thurs- or religiously, emerged from 2. Documentaries mustbe no more than 15 minutes in because of some reference to day, so, just likeThanksgiving, a specific background and and ethand should be submitted on DVD format. "Christmas," he needs serious we get that Friday off, too. I have become the subject of 3. Approach is open. Documentaries may be creative, inter- counseling. I have a solution. may have missed something, consternation, either because view format, historical exposition, or any other accepted form From this point onward, we but it seems new enough to they recognize one religion, or of documentary. need to refer to the Christmas the American consciousness, group, or heritage, at the ex- 4 Prizes will be awarded and wning documentaries will Season as "Jingle Time." that, if-we were to move it pense of all others. So what? be shown to the public on Saturday, March 31 and Sunday, This would work for every- pretty soon, say in the next We can't rewrite history and Apri 1 at the Italan Club in Ybor City. one! First, the Christians could year or so, it wouldn't be that make an event celebrating 5. Deadline for submission is 6 p.m., Thursday, March 1, oyear or so, t wouldn't be that make an event celebrating 2007 to Professor Phillip Sipiora at the address usted below. take pride in the fact that the big a deal. And the exchange of the birth of Christ some type 2007 to Professor Phillip Sipora at the address listed below. name lends itself to a really gifts should also be required, of vacuous keg party, devoid 6. Any questions should be directed to Prof Sipiora (OFFICE: cool acronym: Jesus Is Now as well, so we get that retail of that religious heritage. My CPR 358-A, TUES/THUR 1:30 to 3 p.m. and by appointment). Giving Love Eternally, which, shot in the arm in the height solution: enjoy-it for what you Cell phone: 494-8877; Office phone: 974-9465. He can also be when followed by the word of summer. can get out of it. If you aren't reached by email atpsipiora@gmail.com. "time" gives a special seasonal Santa can stay. He seems religious, be spiritual. If you SUBMIT TO:r quality to the phrase. For the jolly and generic enough, and aren't spiritual, go have an- Dr. Phillip Sipiora non-Christians, they could most of the malls and stores other cocktail at the party. Dept. of English CPR 358-A have their own acronym: Just seem on the ball enough to What we really need is a University of South Florida IgnoreNativity, GoLearnEvo- make sure that his name big dose of tolerance. Put up 4202 E. Fowler Ave. lution. The word "jingle" would doesn't appear on some list all the nativity scenes you Tampa, FL 33620-5550 also be perfect for the driving of sexual predators.or show can, anywhere you can, even, Fiesta De Reyes retail undercurrent that domi- up for work too juiced on the God forbid, on Government Los Caballeros and Las Damas del Centro Asturiano de nates our economy, the "jingle" "nog" to listen to how many property. If someone doesn't Tampa and the Club Ilberico Espaol invite all children 12 and displays starting about a milli- kids want the latest violent agree with the concept of a under to the annual Fiesta De Reyes on Sunday, January 7 second after Halloween. Every- video games or the latest hip- virgin birth, they can at least from 2 4 p.m. at the Centro Asturiano de Tampa, located on one in retail wants to hear the hop CD's with explicit lyrics. try to appreciate the concepts the comer of Nebraska and Palm avenues. Admission, parking, "jingle" of money going into the On the other hand, elves might of charity, represented by, say, food and candy are free. All children must be accompanied by cash register, and every prod- be pushing it. I know that bringing some killer frankin- an adult. RSVP by January 2 to JoAnn Duran at 924-6292 or uct could have its own "jingle" there was a big move to get cense to the party. Take what Encarnacion Hennessey at 884-8326. to sing as we keep the wheels the leprechaun off the "Lucky good ideas you can from every social or religious custom. Tampa Film Review Don't be afraid. You don't have The Tampa Film Review, presented by 1 Day Films, celebrates to join the church to embrace its three-year anniversary at the International Bazaar, located at whatever charitable gestures 1600 E. Eighth Ave. in the Centro Ybor Complex. Tampa Film the church may be involved Reviews is a monthly showcase of local independent films and with. You don't have'to believe is held every second Friday of the month and is free. the same thing to enjoy the Visit www.thetampafilmreview.com for more. by Linda Thistle good things in life, or make The Romeros valuable contributions to the The Florida Orchestra presents The Romeros in concert as benefit of man. And it costs a benefit for "Ybor City's Historic Treasures the Centro As- -nothing to give the gift of your turiano, Cuban Club and Italian Club" on Wednesday, Janu- 7 9 8 3 time and attention to worthy ary 17 at 7 p.m. in the Centro Asturiano Ballroom, located on Scharitable causes. Put all that the corner of Nebraska and Palm avenues. The Romeros are a minutia behind you and just world renowned classical guitar group. 9 5 7 2 treat people the way that you Premium seating is a $45 donation and includes a 9 p.m. would like to be treated. reception with the Romeros in the ballroom. Executive seating It is not a question of the is a $25 donation. Those with valid student ID and an execu- 1 6 8 "reason for the season," but tive seating ticket may also attend the 9 p.m. reception. For -a much more critical concept, tickets, call 248-2954. 4 3 9 6 that being the ability to "rea- son with the season." 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