🌱 Patch AM: How a free USF fitness program is transforming Temple Terrace seniors’ health

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In today's newsletter:

• How a free USF fitness program is transforming Temple Terrace seniors’ health
• How Temple Terrace’s lone HART seat fits into new board leadership

Also on today's calendar: Once Upon A Mattress and 1 more event.

Today's riddle: What did the hammer say after getting an A on a test? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Wednesday: Partly sunny and nice, with a high of 79 and low of 58 degrees.
• Thursday: Partly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 83, low: 62.
• Friday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 86 and low of 64 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

• USF College of Education students giving area seniors a step up in physical fitness (usf.edu) — Older adults in Temple Terrace can join a free, USF-run fitness program at the Temple Terrace Family Recreation Complex that pairs seniors with Exercise Science students for personalized training. The popular partnership, promoted at the Temple Terrace Senior Expo, helps residents build strength and balance while giving USF students hands-on experience for future health careers.
   

• HART Board Elects Councilman Schisler Chair (blogspot.com) — Temple Terrace residents are represented on the HART transit board by one dedicated city seat, as the board just elected Councilman Gil Schisler as its 2026 chair. The volunteer board sets policy on routes, fares, and service quality across Hillsborough County, influencing how Temple Terrace riders experience public transportation.
   

📸 Around Temple Terrace

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Temple Terrace

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★ Featured events ★

Thursday January 22

• Last Thursday of Every Month at Gaspar's Patio Bar & Grille
  Gaspar's Patio Bar & Grille, 8448 N 56th St, Temple Terrace
  7:00 pm

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Other local events

Thursday January 8

• Centennial Celebration Committee
  Temple Terrace, FL Calendar Temple Terrace, FL 33617
  4:00 pm

Thursday January 15

• Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee
  Temple Terrace, FL Calendar Temple Terrace, FL 33617
  5:30 pm

Friday January 30

• Once Upon A Mattress
  Florida College , 119 N Glen Arven Ave , Temple Terrace
  7:30 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Wednesday January 7

• Winter Flag Football Clinic - Coed, Ages 10-13
  North Brandon Family YMCA , 3097 S Kingsway Rd , Seffner
  5:00 pm
• Wednesday Gathering Meditation & Discussion
  Unity of Tampa , 2610 Silver Lake Ave , Tampa
  6:30 pm

Thursday January 8

• Walk-In Tech Help
  Seffner-Mango Branch Library , 410 N Kingsway Rd , Seffner
  11:00 am

Friday January 9

• Happy Hour at Bricks Smoked Meats
  Brandon Exchange , 459 Brandon Town Center Dr , Brandon
  9:00 am
• VIP Pre-Party Meet and Greet Pass - Tampa, FL
  Dallas Bull , 3322 US-301 , Tampa
  7:30 pm

Saturday January 10

• New Year's Market
  Brandon Park & Recreation Center , 502 E Sadie St , Brandon
  10:00 am
• A Bottle of Calm
  Seffner-Mango Branch Library , 410 N Kingsway Rd , Seffner
  3:00 pm
• Winter Volleyball Clinic - Coed, Ages 5-7
  North Brandon Family YMCA , 3097 S Kingsway Rd , Seffner
  4:30 pm

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🗞 Nearby News

University

• Somto Cyril's ejection paves way for Florida's frontcourt's dominance against Georgia - The Independent Florida Alligator (alligator.org)

Tampa

• Tampa Police Department rolls out AI technology to help officers, dispatchers (fox13news.com)

Ok Temple Terrace! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I nailed it!
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