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Publisher’s Note
Page 6
The Light of Art
The Art of Tampa Bay
Page10 A look at local artists of various mediums
The Art of Parenting our Parents Page 16 A focus on the balance for the Baby Boomer Generation
Money Matters
Page 24 Do Dividends Matter?
The Epicurean Barrister
Page 32 The debut article for Chris Griffin & his culinary secrets!
Movies & Munchies
Page 37 A new feature offering mini movie reviews along with suggested sips & snacks.
Horoscope
Page 36 What is in your forecast?
Special Feature Liz Quisenberry Woodroffe Page 20
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SOCIAL S.N.A.P.S. Page 8
Little Everglades Steeplechase 2009 Page 14
The Tampa General Hospital Garden of Good & Evil Ball & The AHA Heart Ball Page 19
The Cattle Baron’s Ball Page 25
The Chiseler’s Market Preview Party Page 28
The Lamplighter’s Spring Fling at SAKS
Stanlet & your JanniArtwork Don’t or Special Memories go Bare! Custom Framing of Fine Art, Photography,
Page 34
The Art of Hearing Page 37 Heirlooms, Sports Jerseys & Memorabilia
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Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla Coronation Ball 2009 Page 38
Michael Pinson
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photo by chyndie
Zach, Marie & Glory Hamm Summer break is over! This was a fun issue! I loved getting down to Boca to do the shoot. Liz and Bill Woodroffe were gracious hosts and Glory got to go on her first boat ride! This is Liz’s third time on the cover! Her first was a Queen of Gasparilla in 1999. Then as a part of a Gasparilla montage in 2002. Ten years after her first cover she is happily married and the mother of two robust boys. The beautiful clothes are from Kit’s Well-Heeled & Well- Dressed in Hyde Park. A special thanks goes out to Valarie Cappello of The Pink Pineapple for the elegant bench used in the cover shot and to Richard Brenner and Robert Valdez of Brenner Valdez Antiques. And, especially to artist, Eileen Goldenberg for painting the cover art from one of my photographs. The artists in our community are unique and multifaceted individuals. We should treasure our creatives and support the arts in Tampa Bay however we can. I want to thank Nancy Kipnis for her help in coordinating some of the artists in this issue. I’m so happy to debut a new feature; The Epicurean Barrister, by local attorney, Chris Griffin. I have tasted and heard about his delicious recipes for years and thought my readers would enjoy his tasty creativity. In this issue I welcome new advertisers, Home Theater Gallery, Timesavers and Canterbury Tower. And, a welcome back to Interiors by Shila, Four Corners Framing and Chez Orleans! The next issue will be the 12th Annual Dog Days of Summer Issue!
This is the original photograph that Eileen Goldenberg used for her cover art inspiration.
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stageworks
Charlie Hounchell, Laura Sansone, Cathy Unruh & Tom Sansone
Regrets Only cast party
Regrets Only,
Linda Scarritt & Andrea Graham
John Dingfelder, Franklin & Nancy Sebastian
by Paul Rudnick, was produced by Stageworks’, Impromptu Players, a Staged Reading Production Company. Among the cast were multi media journalist, Cathy Unruh and attorney, Tom Scarritt. The purpose of the Impromptu Players is to develop a base of committed, talented people and form a mini production company to serve as a foundation for the productions. The productions are fundraisers for Stageworks’ Outreach Program for At-Risk Kids. The group produces 3 – 4 shows a year, Its members are expected to sell at least 10 tickets to each show. Although this is not a requirement for involvement, it is the backbone of their marketing plan. Thanks to the cast and crew of “Regrets Only”! The fundraiser raised over $3,000 for the kids in Stageworks’ Outreach Program. After the performance Linda and Tom Scarritt hosted a cast party at their lovely, artsy home in Hyde Park. If you are interested in acting, helping backstage or working in the lobby, please email: grahamandi@aol.com
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The St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation’s Stepping Out Gala
Beatlemania hit Tampa as nearly 600 people enjoyed the performance of the Beatles tribute band the Fab Four. This year’s presenting sponsor was Rooms To Go Children’s Fund, The event raised approximately $200,000 to support St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital.
Tony Martinez and wife Kimberly, Community Benefactor recipient Tino Martinez & wife Marie with event chairs Dr. Daniel Plasencia & wife Nilda
This year’s three Distinguished Physicians of Service: Michael Wasylik, M.D., St. Joseph’s Hospital, Joseph Levine, M.D., St. Joseph’s Women’s Hospital & Earl Smith, M.D., St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital.
Members of the Fab Four with president of Clark Construction Sid Jordan & Donna Jordan, a St. Joseph’s Hospitals Foundation board member
S.N.A.P.S. sporadically naughty alternately pertinent stuff
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Cyndi Sexton & Mark Anderson Michael Pinson, Judy Gutierrez & Akash Patel Prom Queen & King, Jennifer Carlstedt & Enrique Crespo
Marie Hamm, King Enriqu Crespo, cute girl & Islee Oliva
Dick & Linda Greco
Denise Brown, Andy Graham & Sandra Hanna
Jeffrey Tedder & Mylisa Epps
The Carlstedts with Allison & Tom Luzier
Ken Walters & Wendy Ryan have a birthday dance
Anna Crespo & Islee Oliva
Wendy Ryan & the McLaughlins’
Lori Schullis & The Full Cir cle Band
Karen Ward. Rahul Mehra & Brenda Geoghagan
Greg & Anne Yadley
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Teresita Fernández
Our community is filled with creative individuals. Some catch our attention, many others often slip past the spotlight. Whether their hands are dipped in clay, smudged with oil, wrapped around a camera or tapping the keys of a computer, they brighten the tapestry of our community and, in a way, bring us all a bit closer together. Here, you will have the opportunity to catch a glimpse of a few of the talented people that are a part of The Art of Tampa Bay.
The University of South Florida Contemporary Art Museum is pleased to present Teresita Fernández: Blind Landscape, August 17 – October 10, 2009. Teresita Fernández is internationally known for her immersive installations and evocative large-scale sculptures that address space, light, and the perception of change. The exhibition is curated by USF Institute for Research in Art Chief Curator, David Norr and will present a spectrum of the artist’s most recent and ambitious projects, including a new sculpture and room sized installation created specifically for this exhibition. 10 — Cultural Affairs Magazine x The Art Issue 2009
Teresita Fernández, one of the most accomplished artists of her generation, is recognized for her deft ability to transform common materials and processes into dazzling cinematic illusions, blending abstraction, reflection, and transparency into potent configurations of projection and play. Nature and perception are the schematic sources for Fernandez’ picturesque materializations. Clouds, trees, water, and fire—in patterned formations of polished stainless steel, glass, plastic, and thread—double as screens, mirrors, and lenses, and vacillate between object and optical phenomena. Much like shadows or ghosts, Fernandez’ doubled forms reside in the folds and margins of perception—a tangled overlay of absence and presence, nature and artifice. ‘’I am interested in the projection of the body, in an imaginary, kinesthetic way, penetrating history and distance cinematically, almost like a daydream,’’ she explains. ‘’It’s as if, through visual pleasure, your gaze positions you in a place without actually being there.” Indeed, for Fernández, how one sees is as relevant as what one sees. Featured among the works in the exhibition is Vertigo (sotto en su) from 2007. Made in collaboration with USF Graphicstudio, Vertigo is comprised of layers of precision-cut, highly polished metal, woven into a reflective and intricate arboreal pattern suspended high above the viewer - not unlike an immense, cascading tree branch. The multiple planes of space, through which the viewer looks, become visible simultaneously, vacillating between object and optical phenomena, continuously disassembling and reassembling. “The idea that one must turn away from nature in order to see it is a loaded concern at the crux of Fernández’ new works,” states David Norr. “Nature, for Fernández, is a fabrication of culture where cinematic illusions, industrial design and lasting ephemeral experience intertwine – collapsing artifice and nature into prismatic experience.” Teresita Fernández was born in Miami, Florida in 1968. She received her BFA from Florida International University in Miami (1986-1990) and her MFA from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, VA (1990-1992). She lives and works in Brooklyn, New York, and is represented by Lehmann Maupin Gallery. Solo exhibitions include the Centro de Arte Contemporáneo de Málaga, Spain (2005), Enclosures, New Museum of Contemporary Art, New York (1996),
the Corcoran Gallery, Washington D.C. (1997), the Institute of Contemporary Art, Philadelphia (1999), the Miami Art Museum (2000), Site Santa Fe, New Mexico (2001), the Witte de With in Rotterdam, the Netherlands (2001), and Castello di Rivoli, Torino, Italy (2003). Her work is included in numerous major private collections as well as the permanent collections of the St. Louis Art Museum, the Museum of Contemporary Art, Miami, the Miami Art Museum, the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the Sammlung Goetz, and AlbrightKnox Art Gallery in Buffalo, New York. Fernández is the recipient of numerous fellowships and awards both in the U.S. and abroad, including the 2005 MacArthur Foundation Fellowship, a 2003 Guggenheim Fellowship, and the 1999 Louis Comfort Tiffany Award. She has had residencies in Japan, Italy, and at ArtPace in San Antonio. Fernández is the youngest artist commissioned by the Seattle Art Museum for the recently opened Olympic Sculpture Park. She was commissioned by the Museum of Modern Art in New York for special projects in 2000, and by the NY Public Art Fund in 2001. To accompany this major exhibition, the USFCAM is producing a 192-page book, co-published with JRP Ringier that will offer the most complete view to date of the work of this important artist. The book will contain detailed visual documentation of Fernández’ last decade of work, including the new installation commissioned by the Institute for CAM’s West Gallery. The publication will be fully illustrated, and feature essays by noted art and cultural critic Dave Hickey, critic and independent curator Gregory Volk, and the exhibition’s curator David Norr. The publication will also feature a conversation between the artist and Anne Stringfield, free-lance writer, formerly with The New Yorker.
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The Institute for Research in Art is recognized by the State of Florida as a major cultural institution and receives funding through the Florida Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Arts Council. The USF Contemporary Art Museum is accredited by the American Association of Museums. Following its Tampa debut, the exhibition will travel to the Blanton Museum of Art in Austin, Texas, November 1, 2009 – January 2, 2010. USFCAM Hours: M-F 10am-5pm, Sat 1-4pm Admission to the Museum is free; parking permit ($4.00) required.
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the Art of Tampa Bay Continued
Eileen Goldenberg is a local artist whose art captures the heart and imagination of her many admirers. At once her work is whimsical, colorful and filled with an innocent voyeuristic energy that reaches out to everyone. “To me, art is a kind of magic, a transformation of one thing; an inert surface, a lump of clay, a blank canvas, into another; an image, infused with color, line, texture. All sorts of wonderful things can happen in your mind as you are moved by a particular piece of art. My art has always brought me a lot of joy and fulfillment, from the time I first picked up crayons at the age of...well as far back as I can remember, that’s for sure. I’m sure I’ve drawn almost every day of my life since then, even if it’s just a doodle. Mrs. Macatee, my art teacher at Plant High, was very encouraging, and really made me feel as if I had some talent. When I was fifteen, I placed in the top three in the county in a “a Paint the Fence Day” contest. Driving down Ashley Boulevard and seeing my artwork displayed made me truly feel like an artist. I still get the same thrill when I get to participate in a public art project! After I had my first child, Alana I left twork to be with her and to be able work on my art. After participating in a few charity events, my art began to get noticed and I was selected to be a signature artist for Art For Life. My painting was sold for a record breaking 15,000, which really helped to launch my career.
ing on getting it published. I’ve been told so often that my art would lend itself to this genre. Most, but not all, of my paintings and other projects have an optimistic outlook. they typically will have some kind of narrative, telling a story or illustrating a concept. I do like experimenting with different styles, such as the more illustrative, poster style I used for the cover of this issue of Cultural Affairs Magazine, inspired by the art of Alphonse Mucha. Recently I decided to create a collection with a more “adult” theme than my usual subject matter-. So what more adult than the iconically sexy image of the corset? I’ve always been fascinated by the paradox of the historically repressive nature of the corset as undergarment, and the aggressively sexual characterization in its present incarnation as an outer garment.”
I have to say, I really love and appreciate all kinds of art, from that which horrifies me, to that which puzzles me, art that makes me happy and art that makes me sad. I am always inspired by the talent of others.
I feel fortunate that I can participate in public art projects, both with Hillsborough County Arts Council and the Outdoor Arts Foundation. The Arts Council selected me to represent Hillsborough County in a nationwide contest sponsored by Wendy’s and I placed second in the country, winning 7,200 for myself and 7,200 for the Council. My latest project with the Outdoor Arts Foundation was an exciting chance to create a piece of art on an actual piece of the Berlin wall. These pieces will be displayed at Tampa International Airport in about a month.
My dream is to write and illustrate a children’s book. I actually have one, and am work-
View more of Goldenberg’s work at her website: www.eileengoldenberg.com.
Jeff Monsein is a local talent with a broad stroke of expression in his work. After selling his 9-5 business, Monsein spent a lot of time traveling, doing yoga and enjoying life with his family. Then, nine years ago Monsein made a splash in the bay area with Splat Paint. His eclectic offerings range from portraits to wall murals and public art projects. Recently his art was selected to be used for the Westshore business district street flags and he was a part of the Berlin Wall Public Art Project.
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“I had always dabbled in painting,” said Monsein. After I sold my businesses I really wanted to somehow make artistic expression my next career. I started small and then took some art classes, read a lot and studied on the internet. I worked at taking what I saw in the real world and figuring out how to reproduce the look. I’ve been very involved with differ-
ent artists groups and we share different techniques which expands our knowledge base. I’ve been lucky enough to put together a great team of artists at Splat Paint.
that’s fun and clever.
Last year we went on a tour through Italy for artists arranged by artists. I had the opportunity to see, smell and feel the real thing that I try to reproduce, The fun part of my work is the variety. We just had two portraits commissioned and we are painting tiles in Ybor City to match the original flooring. I like to say that we do anything
The thing I guess that makes me love what I do is that I like to please people. I get a lot out of giving someone the art they want for their project.” View more of Jeff’s work at: www.splatpaint.com
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Cathy Unruh & Tom Sansone, Suzanne MacDougald, Laura Sansone, Jim MacDougald, Grant Shaw, Dawn & Chris Lewis
Ron Weaver, Tracy Nuhfer & Bing Kearny Bob & Sharon Blanchard
Another wonderful day at Little Everglades Steeplechase!
A very Cultural group! In front: Dell Dahl, Tracy Hampton & Angie Ferlita Back row: Richard Brenner, Robert Valdez, Marie Hamm, Mary & John Kelly
The Blanchards have given the community such a gift by bringing this event to us. Each year it is evident the ecological and aesthetic changes the Blanchards have made to their property. It is a lovely day to get out of town and... see everyone you know! The horses are magnificent and there are many other activities that take place throughout the day. Whether you tailgate, tent it, E. C. & Carol Smith, lawn box or sponsor the eventlooking chic it is a day not to be missed!
The Carl Lindell & a bevy of beauties that includes The Leigh Touchon
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Mark & Cynthia Carron, Roger & Suzanne Perry of Datz (& Roger- Dude-where’s my brownies?? A girl needs her chocolate!)
in her Carlisle sheath!
Mike & Kathleen Purdy
Peter Orebaugh, Lauren Berner & Kelli Mitchell
The Mary Kelly, Bob Hardin & a Lovely Lady
Noel & Mark McDonell, Liebe & Billy Gamble
Tom & Martha Azarelli, Rex & Lauren Farrior
The Places’
The dashing Tom Luzier ( Allison was off dancing) & Ken Walters
Rockin the boxes w/Henderson Lee
A Lovely Couple with Carol & Charlie Funk
Bronson Thayer & a lovely woman whose name excapes me! Truth be told I do know her by the name of Hot Lips Houlihan!
Alan & Heidrun Divers The begorgeous Sandra Tuttle & the cuddlesome Ben Lee
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As today’s baby boomers are aging and living longer the experience of adult children caring for aging parents is becoming more commonplace. According to a recent poll by USA Today about 41% of baby boomers are now caring for a parent if not physically, then in the personal or financial realms. Many of these caretakers, mostly women, also still have children living at home, putting them in the double duty “sandwich” position. Terry Lee’s mother had a stroke in 2000. As the eldest sibling and daughter, she has handled her mother’s care while working and raising her family, now as a single mom. Caregivers often find that one of the most difficult aspects of taking care of their parents is the inevitable role-reversal. “You must, over a relatively short period of time, become the parent and they, the child.” Terry recalls the struggles for control necessitated by her mother’s partial paralysis and increasing dementia as extremely painful for both of them. “This was a hard transition for us both. I still wanted my mom to be my mom, and she did not want to relinquish control.” A common struggle for families is over the car keys, which can represent a huge loss of independence for a parent losing their driving abilities. Alice Meyer has experienced the caregiver role from both a personal and professional standpoint. Also a single working mother, she took care of both her parents until their deaths five months apart. “Although I was an experienced RN, it was the hardest thing I have ever done.” Alice now works for The Hospice of the Florida Suncoast as an Interdisciplinary Clinical Mentor. Her role puts her in close contact with caregivers as well as the medical support teams that hospice provides. Both Terry and Alice agree that navigating the healthcare system and finding resources presents a frustrating and confusing task. Advocating for your parents through the financial maze involving medicare, private insurance coverage, and institutional care options is daunting enough in addition to the emotional toll of caregiving itself. In home care can cost up to $50 an hour depending on the skill level needed, and according to AARP, skilled care facilities can run as high as $750,000 per year. Our instincts are to care for our parents. But, what happens for some is the realization that just because a parent is older, doesn’t mean they are a different person. Many caregivers are the products of alcoholic, a verbally or physically abusive parent or absentee parenting. For these adult-children becoming the caregiver of that parent or parents can seem like a cruel twist of fate. Natalie was raised by her mother. She was left on her own for most of her childhood as her mother dealt with her own demons. And, as her mother became more of an alcoholic Natalie became the caregiver. Getting out of bed while she was in High School not to sneak out but to go pick up her mom, who was too drunk to drive home. Which is sadly ironic when as a teenager, Natalie was in a severe car accident, yet when her mother was called she did not come to the hospital and left it to others to give her daughter a ride home. Now Natalie is the caregiver- again.
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“We have had a lot of space between us the last several years now, dealing with her on such a one
to one basis again has brought back a lot of pain and anger,” Natalie shared. “She was very manipulative and I think the term would be narcissistic. If I was ever sick I was on my own -- while she pulled a fake suicide attempt on my first date. I was lucky in that I found teachers and other adults that loved me and did what they could to protect me. I pray for her and I’ve come to understand she had a lot of emotional problems. I try to be compassionate. I want to do my best for her, I just want her to be happy, but It’s hard, she is the same person and actually tries the same manipulations. Just because she got older doesn’t mean she is a sweet little old lady!” All of the decisions that need to be made can cause enormous emotional stress for families. Challenges faced by caregivers can include arguments with siblings, spouses, and even yourself over a changing landscape of parental needs. Packing up the home is a rocky terrain not well laid for amateurs. Think about using an outside source to help pack and organize what goes to the new home and what needs to be edited. An all out emotional war may erupt over the smallest items. For many people it is easier to talk about the tasks of caregiving than it is the difficult feelings that are part of the experience. Caregivers often feel guilty, tired, angry and frustrated trying to take care of their parents, kids, and still manage their own lives. Getting support and taking care of yourself is key to moving through this difficult time of life. Community support is available from organizations that are just a Google away. Adult day care programs can provide respite time. Most senior living facilities offer activities and healthcare assessment for their residents. Often individuals that go somewhat unwillingly into a senior establishment find a new lease on life with organized activities that stimulate them and offer the possibility of new friends. There comes a time when we all must face the inevitable and in some situations grief and loss begin long before a death actually occurs, as Terry puts it, “I was always trying to hold on to every little bit left of Mom. They morph into another person over time as dementia slowly creeps in.” It is in those times that an organization like Hospice provides a lifeline. Hospice offers support groups for caregivers as well as help with navigating the system. And, support is what many caregivers need. Support groups that lend an ear and offer a place to vent can take off a lot of the pressure. Knowing others are in very similar situations can help you feel a bit less like you’re out there alone. Using humor is key in coping with situations that arise. Laughter is healing and truly can be the best medicine. Alice offers the following advice for caregivers: “Take care of yourself, get support. If you don’t have a support system, find one. And forgive yourself, you are doing the best you can do.” x
Tracy Hampton is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who can be contacted at: www.tpatherapist.com
Tampa Native Dudley Clendinen offers:
A PLACE CALLED CANTERBURY Tales of the New Old Age in America “An affectionate, touchingly empathetic book...[Clendinen] finds graceful, subtle ways to slip between the past and present, and he populates the book with brightly drawn characters who give the place its reigning mood.” -The New York Times “One of the most enjoyable and important books to cross our desks this year. Beautifully written...moving and humorous. Invaluable for anyone grappling with the challenges and opportunities in later life.” -The Wall Street Journal “A graceful and insightful account, A PLACE CALLED CANTERBURY should be required reading for anyone with aging parents or anyone who wonders what old age will be like.” -Atlanta Journal-Constitution “It is Clendinen’s brilliant writing that brings alive that generation. The depiction of life within a managed-care facility for the elderly is sometimes amusing, sometimes unbearably sad, but always engaging and informative.” -The Seattle Times In 1994, New York Times writer and Tampa nartive Dudley Clendinen’s mother followed the example of her generational compatriots: she sold her home and moved into an all-amenities-included apartment building: Canterbury Tower in Tampa Bay. Wealthy, poor, Christian, Jewish, widowed, married-all of Canterbury’s residents had come together in search of a last place to live in comfort and dignity.
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Clendinen’s curiosity about this final phase of human life in the 21st century led him to spend 400 days and nights living at Canterbury, during which he became intimately involved in the lives of its residents and staff. With A PLACE CALLED CANTERBURY: Tales of the New Old Age in America (Penguin; Onsale: June 30, 2009), Clendinen offers a beautifully written, hilarious and deeply moving look at old age in the new millennium. The last challenge to the generation of the Great Depression and World War II is longevity-none of them expected to live so long, and their baby boomer children weren’t prepared to take so much responsibility for parents who seem to live forever, collecting ailments and shedding assets as they go. But places like Canterbury Tower, more adult camps than retirement homes, allow residents to live out their remaining time on their own terms. Peopled by brave, daffy, memorable characters determined to grow old with dignity, A PLACE CALLED CANTERBURY is at once a delightful soap opera and a poignant chronicle of the last years of the Greatest Generation. It is an essential read for anyone with aging parents and anyone wondering what his or her own old age will look like. About the Author DUDLEY CLENDINEN was a national reporter and editorial writer for The New York Times, assistant managing editor of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, and a columnist for the St. Petersburg Times. He is the editor of a book of essays, The Prevailing South, and the author of the text for a book of photographs, Homeless in America. His own essays are collected in various anthologies. He lives in Baltimore. x
The preceding information was provided by Penguin Group,Inc.
An Evening of Temptation
The 12th annual Tampa General Foundation’s Moments inTime Gala - held May 9th at the Grand Hyatt in Tampa. Soirees in Style coordinated the gala, which netted more than $165,000 for TGH’s Fund for the Future. The theme was the Garden of Eden, an Evening of Temptation. Mary Jane Campbell and Barbara Hurst volunteered as the event chairpersons, Phil Dingle serves as the Chairman of the TGH Foundation’s Dick Corbett, Ron Hytoff, TGH Board of Trustees and Robin DeLaVergne is the CEO & Cornelia Corbett Foundation’s Executive Director.
Rosemary & Tim Anderson
Mary Jane Campbell & Barbara Hurst, co-chairs & Phil Dingle
Dr. Bruce Zwiebel & Carin Zwiebel, Dottie & Sandy MacKinnon
Dr. Michael Albrink, Dr. Karen Wells & Fred Dobbins
The 2009 Heart Ball
The evening featured dancing, dining and exclusive auctions benefiting the American Heart Association. This year’s auction included an opportunity to win a personal portrait painted by the legendary artist Peter Max. The event drew 280 supporters. All proceeds from the Heart Ball support the American Heart Association’s life-saving mission to build healthier lives free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. During this year’s event, guests were asked to support Mission: Lifeline- a national initiative to advance the systems of care for patients with the deadliest type of heart attack. Sponsors for the event included: Sykes Enterprises Incorporated, John H. Sykes Foundation, Tampa Bay Heart Institute at Northside Hospital and Largo Medical Center, Alltrust, Progress Energy, Humana, Carlton Fields, Glenn, Rasmussen, Fogarty & Hooker, P.A. Dr. Mike Cromer & Carol Cromer
Kendall & Mike Wichman
Bruce & Erin Aebel with Dr. Janel & Dr. Chris Pastore
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Liz Q. Woodroffe
Liz Quisenberry Woodroffe was on the cover of Cultural Affairs Magazine almost 11 years ago as the Queen of Gasparilla. Today, she is very happily married to William Woodroffe and the mother of two vibrant and beautiful boys; Will, 3 & 1/2 and little but mighty, Samuel is 1 & 1/2. Her family was staying in Boca Grande for the fishing tournament so she invited me down to that mini paradise with turquoise water to do her shoot. It had been several years since I had visited Boca and it was a joy to rediscover its beauty. We worked the shoot and the interview all out in between either one or all of us alternating weeks of being sick or being out of town so, I thought the best way to bring Liz’s bio up to date was via email. She was sent several questions ranging from how she and William met and keep the romance alive after ten years and two young boys, to favorite family outings, her taste in art, fashion and finally, where she would like to see herself in 5 years. And now, in her own words... here’s Liz! “William and I met at the MerryMakers Club Christmas Party when he was being presented as a new member. We were introduced and I thought he was cute but, we didn’t start dating until 8 months later,” said Liz. “Our wedding was incredibly romantic. We were married in Maui 5 1/2 years ago in a sunset ceremony on a cliff-top garden overlooking Wailea Beach at the Four Seasons Resort.”
“My husband is the kindest, sweetest man I know. I think anyone who knows him will tell you that. He is just an incredibly genuine and sincere man. We share a passion for the outdoors and we especially enjoy being on the water & fishing. We try to go out at least one night a week for a date night on the boat tarpon fishing. We pack a picnic and a bottle of wine, fish and watch the sunset - it’s my favorite thing we do as a couple. We also love entertaining, William lives to cook for large crowds so when he tells me he has invited a few friends over for dinner I know to expect at least 50!” 20 — Cultural Affairs Magazine• The Art Issue 2009
“We love our annual family vacation in Boca Grande. The island provides us peace and serenity and great fishing adventures. We love taking the boys to the beach to collect sharks teeth, flying kites, and going out on the boat to explore the beautiful surrounding islands. Both William and I spent our childhood summers on the very same islands so being able to share these experiences with our children is really special. Being a mother of two small boys has made me much more patient and tolerant. Motherhood is by far the most rewarding part of my life. I never knew life could be this fun! They make me laugh constantly.”
“I love art and my house is filled with Florida Landscapes including some Highwaymen pieces and a gorgeous painting of the Myakka River by Hale. My kitchen is filled with Haitian art, I love the bright colors and simplicity of their messages. I also have a few contemporary pieces mixed in to keep the overall feel of the home fresh and interesting. My collection reflects my blended style of traditional and contemporary with a hint of humor. But, my absolute favorites are the finger paintings and drawings my son Will makes for me. We spend countless hours sculpting dinosaurs out of play-doh and sitting on the family room floor drawing and creating little masterpieces together. It is so important to teach our children that art is an excellent outlet for expressing our emotions and ideas.”
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“I work with my father and brother. Together we run a food broker company that was originally started by my Grandfather. Being in a family business has awarded me the opportunity to spend more time with my baby Samuel. I bring him to work with me 3 mornings a week while his brother 22 — Cultural Affairs Magazine x The Art Issue 2009
In 5 years, I hope to be as happy as I am right now. Life is good.
“I was Gasparilla Queen in 1998-1999 when I was first featured on the cover. A lot has changed in those 10 years! Even though the years have flown by; when I look back at how much I have done and accomplished it seems like a lifetime ago. In the past 10 years I have learned that to be happy I have to maintain a balance between family, friends, work, fun, and romance. When one of those is neglected it is impossible to feel fulfilled or content.” Cultural Affairs Magazine The Art Issue 2009— 23
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Over 400 guests attended the 12th Annual Cattle Barons’ Ball at its new location at Terminal 6. Thea hit of the evening was up and coming country music sensation Ryan Weaver. Ryan and his band donated atheir performance to our Cattle Barons’ Ball in honor of his brother who was a cancer survivor but who lost his life while serving in the Army in Iraq. Jimbo & Covergirl Peyton Woodoffe The Chairman, Jeanne Marget, and honorary chairmen Judy Genshaft and Steve Greenbaum were on hand to hear young David Roth, a cancer survivor’s story and how he triumphed over this terrible disease but learned the friend he met at A.C.S. R.O.C.K. Camp lost his battle. More than $40,000.00 was raised that night just for R.O.C.K. Programs. Cattle Barons’ net proceeds exceeded $300,000. Steve Greenbaum & Judy Genshaft John Wolfe & a lovely group The live auction offered a trip to Italy for four people to Casa Vinicola Zonin, the largest privately owned vineyard and winemaking complex in all of Italy. Guests were enticed by the vineyard owners to stay in their personal Chateaus! And of course the other home run of our Auction was a trip to New York for four guests to attend a weekend series of baseball at the new Yankees Stadium! Ryan Weaver & Marie Hamm Gloria Giunta & Pam Muma
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Anthony & Kylie Itliano
Dana Ludwig & Irene Guy
Gloria & Richard Giunta & Marie Hamm
A cute couple & Lisa Hermes &Mary Jane Jones
Duane Williams & Rhea Law
David Hendrix, Allysa Ellison with Teri & Sam Ellison
Katie Antiporda. Akash Patel & Deidre Barry
Chase & Alex Stockon & a lovely couple
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The Palma Ceia Village Shopping & Business Guide
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Jeff Avery, Charlisie Shine, Paul Londeree & Steve Praille
Evelyn Bowles & Linda Zipkin Irene Guy, Dana Ludwig & Glenda Barrow
Gaylen & Gaye Jones
a lovely lady & Angie Ferlita
Tom & Jean Valenti Warrene Cannon Jeff & Teri Willis
Dr. & Mrs. Rieger
Nadyne Hines, Louise Fergusin & Martha Ferman
Mary Ellen & Roy Collins
Ken Jewett, Tom Hall & Ashley Burpee
A lovely couple & the Taggarts
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Richard Brenner & Marie Hamm
Anne Garrison, Agnes Rutledge Hanford & Sabra Carl
Kelli Mitchell, Christine Donoghue a cute girl
Joan Garrison amidst the treasures
Sue Sutker & Bev Hubbell
Amy & Nelson Gaugliardo
Sharon & Cliff Smith
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Liz Kieffer is a native to South Tampa. She attended the Academy of the Holy Names and HB Plant High School and the University of South Florida. Her concentration in art covers a wide range. Highly trained in the fine art of decorative painting, Kieffer’s talent has taken her across the United States and Europe, specializing in Olde World and faux finishes. Among her accomplishments, Kieffer was the lead artist for the restoration of the Ca d’ Zan, at the John and Mable Ringling Museum in Sarasota and countless commercial and residential installations. Most recently Kieffer has focused on becoming an accomplished glass artist, “I work in both large and small scale fused glass. Working with Murano glass from Italy and gemstones is one of my specialties. Being appreciative of my surroundings has led me to a concentrate on recycling and I’ve been able to incorporate recycled glass in my art. I started e. kieffer designs and along with my necklaces, Cool Crosses, is a line that I show at The Artist Emporium on Bay to Bay. Each piece is made from scrap glass. Every piece is hand made and no two are ever alike.”
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Gail Appel is a character! That is meant in a good way. Her house is spilling over with art and dogs and family. Walking through the rooms one might be just as likely to trip over a Peter Max as a Matisse. “I grew up in Miami,” shared Gail. “And, I came from a very artistic family, my grandmother was a fashion illustrator for Vogue Magazine and my father was a concert pianist. I studied art most of my life but, as life progressed I channeled my artistic interests into interior design. Now, after 20 years I’m retired and I paint for commission, mainly portraits and commercial jobs and of course for pure pleasure. I guess my work is sort of ‘stylized realism’. I’m a docent at the Dali Museum and I try to be very supportive of the arts in our community. Art is the best way to express oneself without words. My life is wrapped around my family, my dogs and art and that works for me.” the Art of Tampa Bay Continued on page 30
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The City of Tampa’s Big Picture Photographer Laureate: Volume VI portfolio was unveiled in May. The collection of images shot by Florida photographer, Jeremy Chandler, the City of Tampa’s sixth Photographer Laureate, focus on portraiture, explore a broader notion of place, familiar figures, and the not so familiar “obscure” subjects residing within Chandler’s captured “micro-communities.” The purpose of the Big Picture Photographer Laureate Program is to commission an artist each year to photograph and respond to life in the City of Tampa. The Program is inspired by historic photographic projects including the Farm Workers Administration, the National Endowment for the Arts, and regional Photographic Archives. The Program’s long-range vision is to build a public collection comprised of images that are representative of the life and times in Tampa, by regional, national and international photographers. Jeremy Chandler discovered our community and made it his own through his photography. “When I first moved to Tampa three years ago, from a north Florida college town, I found the city to be an amorphous mixture of communities. The city had no clear boundaries or boarders and seemed to cover a vast area while having no definitive center. However, as I acclimated, I became delighted by its social and cultural diversity. I found a fascinating mix of cultures; very different from any other city I had lived in. Still as I traveled through town, I could not help but feel disconnected from the other residents. My commission for the Big Picture Project became my chance to explore the city in more personal way. I photographed golfers, net-fisherman, wrestlers, derby girls, pirates, and a myr Maida Millan’s rich black and white, toned photographs explore what she calls “simplicity disguised as mystery at times, that infinite moment that contains all”. It is through the camera that she shares the journeys through what perhaps might seem too simple or too complicated to warrant one’s attention. She has been exhibiting her work nationally and internationally and is in private and public collections. A recipient of several awards, her work has been published in various journals, CD and book covers. Maida is also the Director for the West Tampa Center for the Arts. The WTCA goal is to educate the community and integrate them into the understanding of how the arts can benefit each one individually and help the community evolve as a whole. By
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iad of others who represent a wide range of particular interests, ages and socioeconomic backgrounds. Many subjects, such as the Gasparilla pirates, have a well-known historical connection to the city. Still others have a more obscure (although no less significant) relationship to Tampa. I believe that this variation creates an interesting juxtaposition between the familiar figures and those that are the more hidden from view. Yet, these are only a few of the micro-communities that exist within the city; depicting small slices of the rich cultural and social makeup of Tampa. As this work quite literally belongs to the people of the city, my goal is to create a tender and enchanting series of images that future generations will view as an uncommon glimpse of the past. Furthermore, this series of photographs represents some of the unique aspects of the lives and activities of the city’s residents in a direct manner that had not yet been accomplished by the Laureate program. Ultimately, my hope is that these pictures will speak to the socially eclectic nature of our community while also serving as extraordinary and unexpected additions to the existing collection.”
utilizing the historic former Santaella Cigar Factory as WTCA’s home and as a corner stone for the West Tampa community redevelopment, the programs extend beyond the scope of artistic exhibitions. Built in 1904, the Santaella Cigar Factory was the largest in Tampa and this treasured building continues to be an iconic presence within the West Tampa area. “WTCA provides, and will continue to provide, an opportunity for emerging and established artists to exhibit their work to the public in themed shows in our Gallery 209 and in our hallways,” said Milan. “Most recently WTCA has entered into a four year partnership with VSA Arts of Florida, a non-profit organization that educates and introduces the disabled artist into the mainstream of the arts. Not having an exhibition space of their own, VSA approached WTCA and together we have created The VSA Open Door Gallery within our premises where these artists can properly display their work during our exhibitions, according to gallery standards. This is an endeavor to create inclusion among the disabled artistic population, as they have also had the opportunity to serve as volunteers during exhibitions. As part of this at risk program, conferences and classes are held by VSA, five times a year in our facility. These functions not only further educates the disabled artist on how to create a portfolio of work, how to correctly frame their work, how to submit work for consideration to galleries, but classes are also held for the teachers who instruct the disabled population. This is a program, which has been continually evolving for the past year and will continue to serve a variety of needs.” The WCTA is located at:1906 N. Armenia Avenue www.wtca-art.com
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Tucson Margarita 1 oz. tequila 1 oz. Cointreau ¾ oz. fresh lime juice (no, none of that stuff from a bottle) 1 tsp. agave nectar or 1 tbsp. simple syrup 4 thin cucumber slices 3 julienne strips jalapeno pepper Muddle three of the cucumber slices and the jalapeno strips in a cocktail shaker with ½ of the tequila Add the Cointreau and the remaining tequila, nectar or simple syrup, lime juice, and ice Shake vigorously, strain, and serve in margarita or martini glass; garnish with cucumber slice Tips: Experiment to taste with more or less of the cucumber and jalapeno. For a slightly sweeter version, add more of the nectar or syrup. The nectar can be found at local health food stores. Simple syrup is one part sugar dissolved in one part water. For a margarita batch, I usually prepare one cup water with one cup sugar. Bring to a boil, stir to dissolve the sugar, then remove from heat. Let cool before using in the drinks. 32 — Cultural Affairs Magazine x The Art Issue 2008
As you may gather from the title of this column, by education and day I’m a lawyer. It’s all I ever wanted to be. It’s a great profession, and I love it everyday. But, I also love to cook. It’s more than a hobby - it’s a passion. I love to make my family and friends happy around the table. There is no better Saturday or Sunday than to wake up, hit the market, haul the goods back to the kitchen, and never leave until the guests arrive or the family gathers. And, the very best part of that is when the guests or family all pile into the kitchen to discover “what we’re having tonight.” I avoid prepping with gadgets. There’s no denying that they save time. But, my mission on these days is to expand time, to increase the hours becoming intimate with the ingredients, piece by piece and dice by dice, all to better appreciate what finally is
presented on the plate. So, given my love and appreciation for food and more than a modicum of experience with knives and pans and ladles - I’ve been asked to share some of my experiences and what I have learned. I hope you’ll enjoy the offerings. I’ll include recipes, make restaurant suggestions, review foodie films and books, and discuss anything else that comes to mind about all things culinary. On a recent visit to Tucson my wife and I were introduced to a wonderfully refreshing libation perfect for a sizzling summer – a cucumber and jalapeno margarita. I’ve paired it here with another of my summertime favorites, yuzu scallop ceviche, Remember – I’m an amateur, just like you. So, be gentle in your critique. Most importantly Enjoy!
Yuzu Scallop Ceviche 12 very thin slices of large sea scallops ¾ cup yuzu juice 1 tbsp. champagne citrus vinegar ½ tsp white truffle oil 1 tbsp. yellow bell pepper, finely diced 1 tbsp. shallot, finely diced ½ tsp. jalapeno pepper, finely diced Place the diced bell pepper, shallot, jalapeno and vinegar in a food processor; pulse once to blend; transfer to a shallow bowl or plastic container; add yuzu juice and truffle oil Place scallop slices in the ceviche mixture; stir to coat thoroughly; cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes (make sure that all the slices are covered by the mixture to assure that the “cooking” provided by the juices gets them all) Remove from refrigerator, and stir to again coat thoroughly For each serving, fan three of the scallop slices on an appetizer plate and drizzle some of the ceviche mixture lightly over the fanned slices Garnish plate with 1 inch lemon slice, topped with 1/8 tsp. red caviar Serves four Tips: The proportions suggested here are just that – suggestions. Make more of each ingredient and add a little at a time until the ceviche mixture matches your flavor palette. Yuzu is an Asian citrus with a truly unique flavor. I haven’t been able to find it locally, but you can buy it from any number of online purveyors. If you decide not to go to that trouble (but you should – we all know how easy the internet is), substitute ½ cup lime juice and ¼ cup lemon juice. Finally, make your scallop slices as thin as your knife skills permit. You want to avoid “chewiness” in the finished product
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Chef Bryce Whittlesey of Chez Bryce The Lamplighters switched gears this year! Instead of their annual spring fashion show the philanthropic group decided to have a fabulous cocktail party at SAKS entitled Lights, Fashion & Hope. Over 300 guests mixed, mingled, shopped and enjoyed food tastings from several of the bay area’s finest restaurants.
Sandy Peterson & Janice Straske
Shelly Sharp & Carin Bucklew Valarie Cappello & such a cute couple
Harvey Adams & Marie Hamm Evelyn Bowles, Kay Dyal, Jane Bonner & Sally Mabry
Jim Stutzman, Sue Gauthier & Bill Shumate Shutterbooth Time!
Cathleen Purdy & Wendy Pepe
Patrice Tresser, Suzy Lienhardt & Cheryl Adams
Cute Guy with Dr. Steve Tresser & Harvey Adams
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Patty Cappy & Gail Chibani
Cute Group
Frankie Harrell & a lovely group of ladies that includes Lou Ann Messerman & Patsy White
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t s a c ar
Leo July 23 - August 22
Think of this month as a walk up a path of rice paper. With a happy dance at the end! Don’t make any major changes. Instead tend to the smallest details and you will reap the rewards in the future. You may have an air of mystery about you. But you’re actually just having a bout of shyness due to lovey dovey Venus taking a moment in your 12th House of Privacy. You’ll have a combo buzz mid month. You will feel a bit disconnected yet may open yourself to someone more than usual. Just be sure you have a realistic view of who they really are. Let your creative light shine just don’t let it block out the reality of everyday obligations.
Virgo August 23 - September 22
You could be a little lonely the first few weeks of August! Or you may just feel out of place. If you feel as if no one is looking- why not take the time to look within and tidy up. Believe in the balance, ebb and flow and organic nature of the universe. There is a reason and a season. Try not to be critical but rather constructive in your manner and words. By the 22 the Sun enters Virgo and you feel like you ‘got the world by a string’. You could be in for a surprise this month keep yourself open for new pleasures and remember- balance.
Sagitarius November 22-December 21
The Sun is rocking your world this August. New opportunities and the possibility for travel are on the table. You will feel the rush of fresh energy but keep it low key in the work place. Think before you speak with both your mind and your heart. Work is your main focus right now. Details keep you focused as long as you keep the work face and the play face in the right place! There could be a turning point in you personal life and relationships need to be handled with kid gloves this month.
Capricorn Libra December 22 - January 19 September 23 - October 22 It’s about who you know and how well Balance for you this month is kind is like the cobbler with half a shoe! Don’t limit yourself to one form of self expression. You have a creative bug in your ear and it can help let some of the pressure off. Listen to the children! You never know what you might learn. Pay attention to your social life. There is the possibility of new romance or the opportunity to enhance the one you have. Be a part of the team and be the one with an easy smile. Ease the day to win the day.
Scorpio October 23 - November 21
Your professional life takes center stage. This is the right time to go for the brass ring. This could put a damper on your love life but if you keep your stinger in, all fences may be mended. You may feel like a scorpion in a bottle but chill! Reacting rashly will only alienate those around you. Taking baby steps (think rice paper)which gives you time to pay attention to details will make all the difference in the world for you right now. You have the ability to see what is needed to achieve your goals- your true goals so, Pay Attention!
you lay with others! On one hand, you could find a new loving and gentle person in your life and/or be surrounded by egocentric off center people or, totally creative individuals who inspire you. If you find yourself disappointed in one thing or another lift your chin and check your sails. Adjust accordingly and you will be fine. This is the time for some positive changes so take the lead and live your life the way you want it to be. There could be a surprise with your finances. Listen to the person you consider a mentor. Words of wisdom often come when least expected.
Aquarius January 20 - February 18
Not a lot of time to daydream this month. Pay attention to details or you will have a rocky path in the future. New ideas and inspiration with a tinge of drama stir the pot. Don’t let it get you all cranky. A kind Aquarian is a smart Aquarian! Don’t let the actions of others get blown out of proportion. Be the one that gets along with everyone this month. Consider it an experiment if that helps! Walking a careful and sweet path this month will help you reach your long term goals more
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than you could ever have imagined.
Pisces February 19 - March 20
Baby steps! Take care of the details no matter how small and you will fare well this month and lay a stronger foundation the the coming months. Venus is in your 5th House of Romance as August rolls out. Take it easy and enjoy the warmth of the hint of romance but, don’t let mismanaged words make you stumble. Mid month you may feel a touch of magic in the air. You will feel more open in both your mind and your heart. The Sun enters Virgo on August 22 and shines a light on your 7th hous of Partners. Along with the Sun comes a person who can take the heat and do what it takes for a chance with you.
Aries March 21- April 19
Focus on the now. You will be pushed and pulled a bit this month. August isn’t for sissies! There will be a path to follow but you may feel stifled after hitting wall after wall. Think of the big picture and consider those around you. Make sure you delineate between fantasy and reality. New people or projects will enter your playing field. Keep your focus and you will be the one that leads calls the plays.
Taurus April 20 - May 20
Mind your words and how you communicate in any form. It could have a strong influence in you work life. Colleagues may seem a bit off and you might be feeling as if you are treading unfamiliar grounds in the work place. Keep your cool and be a good bull. Visualize yourself as David Carradine in Kung Fu... walk as if on rice paper- not with fear- but with calm and grace. That said, there is a good chance for romance this month! It may
be someone new or the universe could be fanning some embers on a known flame. Pay attention to your surroundings and make those aesthetic changes you’ve been contemplating. Care of soul is care of self.
Gemini May 21 - June 20
Alert! Twittering Twins may spin out of control! You are probably restless as a cat in a cage. But take some yoga, learn to meditate, take a moment. Rash words or actions will prove detrimental to your plans. If it feels like the world is your stage -- use that energy with due caution. It’s all in the details. Due diligence now makes a happy twin later. Show you are willing to work as a team and learn new things. People will take notice. If you are in a relationship keep your eyes on the prize. There are no blue ribbons for wandering eyes. If you are single well, enjoy, with attention to details!
Cancer June 21 - July 22
Money matters are on your mind most of August. You’re going to have to put a little out there in order to bring some more in. You may not be inclined to go along with an unusual plan or project but, you need to open yourself to new ways to keep working and be productive. When the new moon hits your 2nd house you will find new ways to augment your income. The beginning of the month starts with some intense emotions. The pot is stirred for you to take a closer look at your relationship issues and you sense of self worth, This year, now, is the time for you to address old baggage. Open the door and let the crows out. It is time for the light in your heart to shine. By the 22 you should see things more objectively. It is your choice to live in the light or stay in the grey.
Around 100 art lovers and supporters gathered at Home Theater Gallery on South Dale Mabry for the inaugural Art For Hearing event. The Greater Tampa Sertoma Club sponsored the evening which benefited the organization, Help Deaf Kids Talk.
Artist, Vickie Brunner Michael Murphy & Heidi Damon
Bill & Kim Cummings with Home Theater Gallery Guru & owner Mike Stram
“This was our first time for this event,” said Andy Cannons of the Sertoma Club. “We were happy with the results and hope to have another next year and build upon our success. Home Theater Gallery was the perfect place to hold an event. We had the HG TV spotlight on local artists (many of whom were in the show) running throughout the entire gallery. We look forward to working with them again.”
Andy Cannons of Sertoma & Tom Pankratz, who helped organize the artists and the event.
Mama Mia is a pure excuse to smile nonstop for almost two hours. The incredible, Meryl Streep heads up a cast that includes Pierce Brosnan (why they let him sing I’ll never know), Colin Firth, Christine Baranski, Julie Waters and Stellan Skarsgård. The movie was shot on the islands of Greece and was nominated for two Golden Globes. The movie is based on the play of the same name which is based on the music of the singing group known as ABBA. The story line follows Streep’s daughter played by Amanda Seyfried, (now seen on HBO’s Big Love) a 20 year old girl trying to find which of her mother’s summer lovers is her father. Seyfried’s beautiful voice closes the movie with the songs I Have a Dream and Thank You For the Music. The musical keeps the energy and laughs pumping. The location was beautiful and half naked men did not hurt the scenery one bit. If you weren’t entranced by some of the singing, (understandably) the scenery or the story line; the enjoyment everyone exuded performing in this movie should draw your attention. Three quarters through the movie Meryl Streep steals the show with her rendition of The Winner Takes it All. True, Streep isn’t the best singer in the world but her performance carried the moment.
Movie Munchies:
Go for either pita or flax seed chips topped with goat cheese and a smear of babaganoush. Try a nice full red with this or perhaps a stout brown ale!
Art lovers, Bob & Karen Buesing A patron of the arts with Artist, PSYNNER
The movie is based on The Spirit Comic books created by Will Eisner. The cinematography stole the show for me. I have never been acquainted with pulp fiction comic books so the characters were all unexpected. And, the graphic visuals wrapped me up into the story. The dry humor that was attempted at times fell flat- usually when Scarlet Johansen was a part of the riff. Don’t get me wrong, I think Johansen is great but, I was disappointed in her performance here. The rest of the cast; Gabriel Macht (The Spirit), Eva Mendes, Samuel L. Jackson and Sarah Paulson, Dan Luria and Stana Katic did a great job. Katic is now seen in the TV series, Castle with Nathan Fillion. Pathos, a touch of slapstick, dark comedy, and a mild dose of sexual tension all blended well to produce a fun movie. Eisner was recognized internationally as one of the giants in the field of sequential art. He is also thought of as the Orson Welles of comics. Eisner passed in January of 2005. He never saw his creation come to life on the big screen.
Movie Munchies:
Patron Silver Tequila and fresh slices of lime. paired with crisp pita chips topped with brie and a thin slice of jalapeneo.
A lovely lady with Robyn Huber of Home Theater Gallery
The story is set in England in between wars. Soup kitchens are where many, including our Miss Pettigrew, find their meals. The movie opens with Miss Pettigrew being fired and stiffed by her employer. Pettigrew (McDormand) soon finds herself penniless and hungry. When her employment agency refuses to send her on any interviews she manages to spot an opening and rushes over to apply. That brings her to the home of Miss Delysia Lafosse (Adams). Adam’s character is a vivacious, innocent, yet enterprising actress. Who sings at a nightclub owned by Nick, the man in whose luxurious apartment she hangs her furs and throws wild parties. Lee Pace, most recently seen on television on the fantastic show, Pushing Up Daisies, plays a piano player and is one of Dleysia’s many love interests, He is soulful, doleful and sexy all at the same time. McDormand’s character is tossed yet not turned amidst the precarious waves of Delysia’s circle. But, she is tenderly surprised by the whispering chance of romance. I laughed out loud at many parts and cried at another. Frances McDormand is an amazing actress and Amy Adams is a true spark of clean energy to see on screen. It is a delightful, funny and heartwarming movie.
Movie Munchies:
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Coronation Ball
arilla Tom & Lee Touchton Newly crowned Queen XCVI Miss Mary Ellen Buell & Sam Summers
Mr. & Mrs. Shamus Warren & Samanthe & Jim Warren
Sandra & Doug Tuttle
Allison Smith & Dina Sierra Smith
Nancy & Peter Skemp Jim & Lindsey Robbins
Chris & Shannon Coram
King Preston Farrior with Tilda & John Brabson
Kendall & Mike Wichman with Darian & Liz Johnson
Alex & Kathy Rosemurgy
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The dancing duo Jan & Sim Dawson
Bill & Pat Gillen, Jim & Patsy Woodroffe, Terri & Sam Elllsion & Suzanne & Joe Taggart
Bill, Tracy & June Williams
Linda & Rammy Cone
Hugh Farrior & Marie Hamm
David & Catherine Straz
Mountain man Mike & Cindy Rosier with Joe Rosier
Brenda Trayner, June Williams & Janni Lifsey
Valarie & Andrew Cappello
Dr. John & Mrs. Kathryn Marston, Leslie & Don Jennewein
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