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The Only magazine for Cape Residents by Cape Residents September 2016

Should Wine be aged?

Hometown Hero Officer Stephen Cragin

Cape Coral’s Good Samaritan Dr. Sue Hook

The Simple Seven

gaining muscle and losing weight The Apocalypse is Here!

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Are you ready for some football? We are soooo ready at our house! High School football is in full swing, Pop Warner started last month and the NFL season begins this month. It seems like a long time since the season ended with Peyton Manning and The Broncos winning the Super Bowl, doesn’t it? No matter which team you follow, here’s hoping for a safe and fun season for all.

If you have a child that plays football, send us photos. We’d love to showcase all the city’s teams, from 5 years old through high school and beyond. We have so many great kids and we’d love to brag about all of them!

We are working on the CapeStyle Magazine website and creating a calendar of all the events happening around Cape Coral. Please visit capestylemag.com and check it out. If you are hosting an event that is open to everyone, please let us know so that it can be added to our calendar of events. If you know of a band that performs around the Cape, or if you own a business, please share your events with us.

We NEED one website where residents can go and find out all the happenings around The Cape at any time. This has been something sorely lacking for years, so we are working to solve that problem.

Whether it is a fundraiser, a concert, a networking luncheon, happy hour, whatever, we want to include it in our calendar of events. That way everyone can easily find something to do right here in the place we call home.

We are looking for some people to join our staff here at CapeStyle. Writers, sales people, social media gurus, we are looking to build our team of Cape residents working together to the benefit of Cape Coral. If you are interested in learning more, please let us know. Come join the fun! .

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See you around The Cape!

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We are proud to introduce you to Cape Coral Police Officer

Stephen Cragin

Stephen and his family moved to Cape Coral in 01 .

Originally from York, Maine, he has local roots. Stephen

The best part of living in The Cape for Stephen is the great

Lely High School in Naples.

beach, playing the guitar, flying, ice hockey and playing

moved to Florida during his high school years and attended After High School, Stephen enlisted in the United States Navy, where he served from 00 - 011. While in the service

he spent time in FL, TX, VA and Bahrain. He received the Navy/Marine Corps Achievement Medal, the Navy Global

War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, and the Humanitarian Service Medal for service during Hurricane Katrina.

He earned his Bachelor of Science in Professional

Aeronautics at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach.

Once discharged, Stephen joined the Portsmouth Police Department in Virginia, where he served from 011- 01 . He

worked with their Street Crimes Strike Team & Field Evidence Technicians and was awarded the 01 MADD Award and a commendation for Outstanding Job Performance.

Hired by the Cape Coral Police Department in 014, Stephen

has continued his service to the community, going above and beyond the call of duty, for which he was awarded the Cape

Coral Police Department & FOS Furniture Office of the Year

Award for 015.

Stephen is happily married to his best friend and the proud

father of three amazing young boys. They have a dog that is

affectionately known as “Sophie Bacon.” Stephen and his

family enjoy spending time at the parks, restaurants and ice

cream shops around Cape Coral. He also enjoys watching

and supporting his son’s football teams.

weather year round, allowing him to enjoy golf, camping, the

football in the front yard with the kids.

We thank you, Office Stephen Cragin, for your service and we salute you for keeping us safe!

Plans are progressing forward for the new Cape Coral Animal Shelter Bringing it to the Cape!

Submitted by Cape Coral resident Pamela Aubuchon

In partnership with the City of Cape Coral, a number of Cape Coral citizens created a new non-profit organization dedicated

to engaging a special bond between people and animals by means of adoption services, medical care, education and training for the prevention of cruelty and abandonment. The Cape Coral Animal Shelter (CCAS) will provide a safe place

where animals will remain in skilled care until they are placed in a qualified, forever home.

John Szerlag, City Manager, along with City Officials, believes in and supports the project. Szerlag will recommend the land lease agreement for the CCAS be placed on the agenda for the Cape Coral City Mayor and Council to review and

vote on in the very near future. Once this request has been placed on the City Council agenda, the CCAS hopes all will

come and show their support regarding the leasing of the land for the Cape Coral Animal Shelter project. If approved, the new shelter will be located on a 4 acre tract of land, north of Sun Splash Water Park.

A 5,000 sq.ft. commercially structured manufactured building will be the start of the project, with the ability to expand. Several local area businesses and

organizations, such as LAI Designs, via their services, and Lee County Sheriff’s

Office, via their successful Cell Dog Training Program, have committed support for the Cape Coral Animals Shelter.

An executive board and talented volunteer committee devoted to bringing the shelter to Cape Coral have been heavily involved in the planning and fundraising

efforts for the project and will continue their efforts to bring this very special project

to life.

The Cape Coral Animal Shelter organization will hold their committee meetings

on the 1st Thursday of every month, 5: 0pm at the Hampton Inn Suites, located

at 619 SE 47th Terrace. All those who would like to be involved in continuing the

efforts to bring Cape Coral its first animal shelter are welcome to attend.

Please visit www.capecoralanimalshelter.com, or the Cape Coral Animal Shelter Facebook page for the latest news and updates on this special project for the animals and residents of Cape Coral. Anyone with questions or requests to be added to the email list may call or email the organization at 9.800.975 or send an email to: info@capecoralanimalshelter.com Tax deductible donations for the shelter and its campaign may be mailed to: 1 17 Cape Coral Parkway E., Suite 5, Cape Coral, FL 904.

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To Age or Not to Age? That is the Question

A wise person once observed, “Wine is simply a pit stop on the road from grape juice to vinegar.” While this statement may be reminiscent of a wisecracking plaque adorning a neighbor’s lanai, there is actually quite a bit to glean from this humorous remark. Namely, as with any perishable and time sensitive product, wine should be consumed straight away.

The pervasive misconception that all wine can or should be aged is wildly incorrect and the truth is the vast majority of wine is meant to be enjoyed as soon as purchased.

A series of complex chemical reactions create wine and continue to develop and change it before, during and after the period of time when the wine provides optimal taste for the drinker. For the lion’s share of wines, this time frame of optimal taste begins when the wine is purchased and continues for at least a few years. However, nailing down this time frame for an age-worthy wine is a bit more difficult. Some wines require time to age as they are simply too harsh and undrinkable when young, whereas other youthful wines may be pleasant with likable although simple flavors. Either way, aging brings out the best in these wines as they soften and develop complex layers of flavors that would not have been detectable on the palate previously.

As a general guideline, certain grapes and some specific wine making practices can indicate wines that are capable of aging. Acidity and pH are the main factors in determining grapes that may stand the test of time. As a wine ages, acidity decreases, so wines made with grapes that are higher in acidity have a better chance of aging well. That being said though, the high acidity almost always needs to be accompanied by a low pH as the pH level will inversely increase as the wine ages. White grapes that have good aging potential are Riesling and Chardonnay, while red grapes such as Pinot Noir, Nebbiolo, and Sangiovese fit the bill as well. Some of the longest lived reds are Bordeaux blends, which is why they are among the most prized pieces in an avid collector’s cellar.

Certain wine making practices can dictate the aging capability of a wine as well. In the initial stages of wine production, the longer a wine is in contact with the skins of the grapes, the more tannins will be imparted into the wine. Tannins are one of numerous flavor compounds called phenolics that create a characteristic drying sensation in a wine drinker’s mouth.

In a young wine, the ‘mouth feel’ may be astringent, but as a wine ages, the tannin molecules join together and the resulting taste is smooth and silky. Barrel aging adds additional tannins to a wine and seeing the term “oaked” on a bottle signals that a wine may be capable of aging and continuing to develop. Lastly, residual sugar in a wine, which is typically linked to a lower overall alcohol content, gives wines a good foundation for longevity. So, many late harvest wines, dessert wines and even ice wines can age at length compared to their dry counterparts.

All wines require care in storage and handling to prevent damage or spoilage, but more vigilance is necessary for cellarworthy wines to reach their full aging potential. Maintaining consistent temperature with low humidity while avoiding light and vibration is critical and will be deliciously rewarded upon indulging in a perfectly cellared wine.

In conclusion, head to your wine stash armed with the knowledge that most of the wine there will probably not be improving and may be deteriorating, so enjoy one of your great selections tonight!

Article by MaryJane Baker Vu, CSW Owner of Waterside Wine Club, Cape Harbour FUN FACT: The oldest preserved bottle of wine is nearly 1700 years old and it is on display in a German museum.

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The process for eliminating debt is anything but an easy-tosolve financial equation. Many people wonder if they should pay off their debt as quickly as possible or invest their money, letting debt payments run their course.

The answer depends on whom you ask. Theories about balancing investing with debt vary widely.

Some financial experts say freedom from debt is the most important goal. Others say it’s more about the math: your money should go toward investing if your investments earn a higher rate of return than your debts cost you. Still others focus on the emotional aspect: how comfortable are you with a certain level of debt?

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These funds should be in traditional savings or very shortterm, highly liquid, non-volatile investments.

Your future first. As a general rule, your long-term investment plan should take priority over applying extra amounts toward debt. Be careful as well not to let “lifestyle creep,” a tendency toward more expensive tastes and luxury consumption, impede your investment outlook.

By contributing to a long-term investment plan as early as possible, you may set yourself up for a brighter future. If paying down debt is also a priority, you’ll want to examine your personal budget to decide how much to direct each month toward investing and how much toward debt repayment.

Just remember, there are no magic numbers. In general, the best advice is to make sure your investment strategy fits your financial expectations for the future.

Prioritize your debts. With an emergency fund in place and your investment strategy up and running, putting any extra money toward your debts is also a smart way to go. But how do you decide which debts to pay down first?

One approach is to start with the smallest debts first to eliminate at least some of your debt burden and interest payments in a timely manner. It also makes sense to pay off high-interest debts like private student loans and credit card debt more quickly.

Federal student loans and mortgages might be lower priorities, because their rates are often lower and their terms are longer. Vehicle loans might fall somewhere in the middle.

Tax considerations might also come into play.

It’s personal. As you divide and conquer debt, don’t forget to consider the emotional side of your strategy. If paying off a certain debt will help you feel more secure, you might want to go with your gut feeling.

You’ll enjoy a growing sense of financial freedom as you stay on course and get your debt under control. As it shrinks over time, you may find you have more funds available for enjoying the present and focusing on the future.

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4 large, ripe, frozen bananas (peel and freeze in a sealed plastic bag) 10-oz. frozen raspberries TBS cacao (or cocoa powder) 4-5 dates, chopped (Dates are near the raisins. Don’t buy the pre-chopped dates, get WHOLE dates and cut them up yourself).

Non-dairy chocolate chips as a topping if desired. “Enjoy Life” is a good brand and can be found at the Walmart on Skyline in the gluten-free section, or at the Publix on Veterans and Santa Barbara in the health food section.

Blend all ingredients (except chocolate chips) in food processor until creamy. Top with chocolate chips if desired. Freeze.

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Story By Brendan Stanley

The Apocalypse is Here!

Some honoree notes: 10 Barrel Brewing Co. was named Best Pub & Brewery in Central Oregon by Source Magazine 010, they were named Best Pub by Central Oregon Magazine 011, and their beers have won plenty of awards as well.

Hey! Hey! Hey! I had this beer today. No, I am not breaking into song but I wanted to share this written review with you, since I didn’t share any with Scott. It’s called Apocalypse IPA from 10 Barrel Brewing Company.

What? You never heard of 10 Barrel Brewing? Well, neither had I, so let’s find out more about this brewery.

10 Barrel Brewery is from the beautiful state of Oregon. It was originally, in 006, a small start up called “Wildfire Brewing” founded by brothers Chris and Jeremy Cox (insert Beavis & Butthead laugh.)

Chris & Jeremy were already successful bar owners in Bend, Oregon but had a desire to make their own beer and sell it to other local restaurant establishments. In 009, they changed to the name “10 Barrel Brewing,” teamed up with award winning brewers and things started to take off.

In 011, they were able to hire brew-master Jimmy Seifrit, who helped them grow from a 10 barrel brew house to a 50 barrel brew house.

Chris & Jeremy’s 10 Barrel Brewpub has become a local favorite near downtown Bend, OR. With their popularity and success growing, they expanded and opened a place in Boise, Idaho in 01 . And why not, Boise is awesome (I’ve never been) and this move helps them reach more of the Northwest.

As for Apocalypse IPA, quickly becoming one of Oregon’s top IPA’s, it’s aroma has that grass and citrus smell that immediately lets you know it’s an IPA, and looks a golden

amber, clear but not see through. Whoa! It’s bold! Hops right up front, followed by citrus, malts, sweetness and than a little more hops. I get a slight taste of cameral and roasted/toasted flavor. Not a lot, but enough to let you know it’s there.

I have to say it’s a pretty unique taste. I am not sure what to compare it to, so in my book that is a good thing! After a long, hot day in the sun, it’s pretty refreshing, though I wouldn’t go crazy as it packs a 6.8% abv. that will definitely sneak up on you.

If you are anywhere near the Northwest of the United States, you might want to give this a try, or maybe get to the Cox brother’s (insert Beavis and Butthead Laugh) 10 Barrel Brewpub. Maybe in the future they’ll expand to the Southeast and their future does look bright.

Cheers

-Brendan

Brendan & Scott are The Beer Critics at TheBeerCritic.com. They write articles and reviews for their website and are the hosts of TheBeerCriticTV on YouTube. Have a question, recommendation or a donation? Just contact us:

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Luxury rentals are a thriving business, and there are many reasons why you should consider investing in a luxury rental property. In recent years, there has been a trend shifting towards a ‘sharing versus owning’ mentality. Renting has a new adventurous image; ownership is not as appealing as it once was, even for the very wealthy who would rather rent an island than own one.

In a recent article, The New York Times reported, “Many of the world’s better off choose to rent their vacation homes instead of buying for a range of reasons, including a desire to avoid burdens like maintenance and homeowner association, insurance, and fees.” The affluent enjoy flexibility without the commitment, and are now recognizing the benefits of renting.

According to a 015 survey on sharing economy by PricewaterhouseCoopers, consumers want to travel more and find satisfaction through experience, rather than material possessions. Consumers are rethinking the value of ownership, realizing that renting makes life more convenient, is more fun, and is less expensive when compared to ownership. This also means investors in rental properties are finding the economic advantages with this trend, and the demand is only increasing.

Cape Coral luxury rentals are profitable. The wealthy are willing to pay a premium to rent places they want and enjoy the experience. Luxury home rentals generally start at $4,500 per month and rise to $ 0,000 per month. Luxury condo rentals start at $ ,000 per month and rise to $6,000 per month. Renting during the months of October through April will see premium rate increases of 0%. Properties in the southern most areas of Cape Coral, with Gulf access, are the most coveted. Renters are typically families; they are often from the Midwest states or Europe, and are mostly made up by the baby boomer generation.

There is good reason people are renting in Cape Coral: to get away and leave the stress of everyday life behind. There are numerous recreational opportunities, such as boating, cycling, fishing, swimming, horseback riding, sailing, surfing, diving, tennis, water skiing, etc., and several 18 hole golf courses are nearby and make for an enjoyable vacation experience. Numerous parks and lakes in the area invite residents and visitors alike to relax. The area’s upscale

restaurants are an excellent place to escape, dine and unwind. Of course, there are also plenty of shopping opportunities as well.

For property investors, the rental market is a lucrative industry. Both rental rates and home prices are increasing.

From 014 to 015, rental rates increased in the Cape Coral area by 5.4% and home prices increased 14. %. Investors can also benefit from both worlds, by enjoying their vacation home and renting at times when it is unoccupied. Luxury rental property inventory is often nonexistent during season, and if you are considering renting for next season you may be too late. Finding an excellent property management company can help with everything from screening tenants and collecting rent to coordinating vendors, maintenance and repairs. The bottom line is they work in your best interest, while taking care of your tenant.

Follow Christine at: www.TheGulfCoast.life cantonides@teamaubuchon.com

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Written by Cape Coral Realtor Christine Antonides

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Written by Cape Coral Trainer & Fitness Guru, Mike Huber

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The truth about gaining muscle and losing weight

irst of all, there are a lot of articles all over the

or that cut, or that thin. Stop comparing yourself to the legs

can gain muscle and lose weight at the same time if

spray painted, and if it is real, it's because that person spent

internet and various magazines telling you that you

you just buy this supplement, do this routine, or what have you. These are lies, and I'm going to tell you why, and tell you the right way to accomplish these goals.

Ignore bodybuilders and models

“

For someone trying to live a normal lifestyle, there is no

point following bodybuilders, watching they do is completely different from what an ordinary person trying to get fit needs to do. A professional

bodybuilder does nothing but lift, eat, and prepare for competitions.

This is not a normal person's lifestyle, and will not work if you are

trying to get fit while having a job, a

family to take care of, or a normal

life.

six months dedicated to achieving that body.

Gaining muscle vs. losing weight

The difference between "bulking" and "leaning out", or

gaining muscle and losing weight, is that when you're bulking, you need a calorie surplus, and when you're leaning out you

need a calorie deficit. How can you do this

Nutrition is

what they do, and trying to copy their diet or exercise techniques. What

on that model, or the abs on that actor, because it's probably

at the same time? It's impossible. If your goals are to gain muscle and

extremely important to reaching

lose fat, you need to use a way of

alternating between bulking up and

your fitness goals. 80% of your

leaning out that works for you. Some

people alternate every three months,

results will come from nutrition

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some alternate week and different people have different results.

and diet, the other 20% will come from your physical activity.

Also, what you see on TV or in magazines

or on the Internet is almost certainly an illusion. Usually the

models have been airbrushed and photo shopped almost

beyond recognition. In real life they aren't actually that big,

For the best results, most people

find three months of bulking followed

by three months of losing weight to

be effective. One reason for this is that

when you have more muscle mass you

burn more calories, so after a good period of

muscle building, the cutting stage will be more effective and

you will get more lean.

Fun Fact: Don't work out on an empty stomach! If you run out of energy during your workout, your body will start burning your muscle tissue, not your stored body fat.

45 minutes to an hour, putting some good stress on your muscles for bulking.

If you're trying to lean out or cut, it's all about burning. Your workouts need to be focused on burning as many calories as

possible. Five or six days a week you need to do some kind of cardio, whether that be team sports, sprinting, running, biking, or elliptical machines.

Nutrition

Nutrition is extremely important to reaching your fitness goals. 80% of your results will come from nutrition and diet, the other 0% will come from your physical activity.

One area people trying to lose weight often trip up is calories in beverages. Our bodies aren't used to processing liquid

calories, so we don't feel full after consuming them, but they will hurt you just as much if you're trying to lose weight. Stick

to water, green tea, and cut out soda, juice, and other high-calorie beverages.

For building muscle, you need to consume more calories than you burn. It's important not to consume empty calories from sugars and sauces, and protein is necessary for building muscle, but without a calorie surplus you will not grow.

Two different goals

The truth is, you cannot gain muscle and lose weight at the same time with a single diet and exercise program. It is possible

to bulk up without gaining fat, and it's possible to lean down without losing muscle mass. To do both, you need a disciplined approach of alternating between a muscle building program and a fat cutting program.

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Now it is possible to build muscle without gaining weight, and to do that you need to be in the gym 4-5 days per week, for

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Cape Coral’s Good Samaritan Dr. Sue Hook

“

I could sit here for

hours and tell you

story after story of

how God has blessed

”

this place. That’s why

I don’t want this story

to be about me

Story by Sandra Lee Appaneal

Pictures by Preston McCrary, McCrary Photography

The person who originally listened to God and nurtured the vision into reality is Cape Coral resident Dr. Sue Hook, family nurse practitioner and Executive Director of Samaritan. She had been working for Lee Physician Group for 10 years when in September 011, while working at home, Hook was introduced to the idea of a Christ-centered, primary care medical practice to serve the working uninsured. She was half listening to an interview with Dr. G. Scott Morris from Memphis, Tennessee on the Moody Bible Channel when she heard him say: “If you, as the Church, are not involved in the healing ministry, you are leaving a third out of what Jesus did when he walked on this earth.” This gave her pause for thought.

Dr. Morris founded and directs the Church Health Center, the largest Christ-centered primary care practice for the working uninsured in the nation. He started talking about a replication workshop being offered in Memphis at the end of Oct 011.

Although she’s not a traveler, Hook talked to her husband, Steve, about it, then to their pastor. Both men encouraged her to go. The two day workshop was a bit overwhelming. The Church Health Center had been “in business” for 0 years, starting with a tiny clinic and growing into a 8000 square foot medical center. It seemed an impossible undertaking, but Hook was excited to share what she learned with her family and friends.

When she came back from the workshop, she wrote a letter of resignation to her employer, but God had a different plan, so Hook waited. She was glad she listened. Samaritan Health and Wellness Center did not open until November 014, three years after the vision was born. What she learned in Memphis was how to organize and start the Center. A “vision team” of community members was formed, and the business plan and timeline were initiated. “The biggest caveat I learned there was to raise the first year’s operating budget before you open the doors. Another lesson I learned is that God’s timing is always perfect! He blessed us with our first year’s budget by August 014.”

Hook resigned from her job and left Lee Physician Group in October 014 after securing the office space for Samaritan in early August 014. “This is the place God gave us.”

Volunteers did all the work, which included demolition,

painting, carpentry, flooring and cleaning. The doors opened for patients on November , 014. “The first week we had 40 patients on the schedule. That number has escalated to approximately 90 visits per week,” Hook explained. “We currently have nearly ,800 unduplicated patients who call this place their medical home.”

They don’t advertise. They have a Facebook page, and a website (www.capesamaritan.com) which people can access to discover all that Samaritan has to offer. The local Fox News affiliate aired two wonderful segments about Samaritan, including their grand opening celebration and another about affordable health care. “There is no need to pay for advertising,” Hook said. “Patients come in and feel the peace. They tell others to come. Whoever walks through the door is welcome, regardless of religious preference, but there is no doubt who runs this place. You can’t help but know.” The huge driftwood cross, which is aligned at the same angle as the one in Samaritan’s logo, was created by a master carpenter and driftwood artist who also helped with construction. It reminds people when they walk in that this place belongs to Jesus Christ.

“I could sit here for hours and tell you story after story of how God has blessed this place. That’s why I don’t want this story to be about me. I work here, but it’s not about me or anybody else who serves here; it’s about what God is doing in people’s lives. All who walk through that door, patients, employees and volunteers, are brought by Him. I don’t believe in coincidence; there is no other explanation about why these people wind up here.”

Hook goes on to tell the story about one of her first patients. She shared with him what the place was about, and he listened intently. Finally he said, “That’s so cool, but I just don’t believe.” “Hey, that’s ok ‘cause He loves you and we love you, and by the way, how did you end up here?”

“Well,” the fellow said, “I was looking for this doctor’s office.

I went down to the other end of the building, and the door was locked. I came back this way and your door was open.”

With a wry smile, Hook responded, “Hmm, so who do you think brought you here?” He laughed, stopped and thought about it, and with a grin said, “Well, you’ve certainly given me something to think about.”

“He keeps coming back” she says. “He still hasn’t changed his belief system, but there’s something about this place that draws him back. That’s God.” Those are the kinds of things she claims are totally divine and not of human origin.

FUN FACT: Route 66 Cast & Crew Filmed an episode in Cape Coral in 196

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alk into Samaritan Health and Wellness Center at 64 Cape Coral Parkway East and you can feel the peace, the presence of God, of caring and of love.

An unpretentious, humble place, it exudes the beliefs of those who care for the health needs of anyone who walks through the door, no matter what their beliefs. The foundation and spirit of this place is symbolized by the unique, handmade driftwood cross that stands life size, alone on the wall.

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“I have no false sense of humility, it is Jesus who runs this place, not Sue Hook. We are just humans,” she says, “If he takes me home today, somebody else will take this job, and that goes for everybody who works here.” She humbly but enthusiastically tells story after story of “miracles and answers to prayer and needs” that came and continue to come, which help Samaritan grow here in Cape Coral.

So exactly what is Samaritan Health & Wellness?

Samaritan is a Christ-centered, primary care integrated behavioral health practice. It is a true family medicine practice where care is provided for infants to elderly and everyone in between. The integrated behavioral health portion includes counseling for those in need.

Hook explains that when she worked for the Lee Physician Group, primary care providers could only refer patients out to counselors or psychiatrists if there were mental health issues; the patients had to call to schedule their own appointments.

She rarely received feedback from the mental health providers because of confidentiality.

She explains that spiritual, mental, and physical health issues usually go together. In her 10 years of working for Lee Physician Group, she never knew what was going on with patients in counseling other than what they would tell her. “It’s incongruent! Why is physical health any less confidential than mental health?” she questions. “If I referred a patient for surgery, the surgeon always sent his notes to me following the procedure, so I knew what was going on with the patient.

This doesn’t happen in mental health care.”

Samaritan Health has embedded counselors who work with primary care providers to address all the needs of the patients. Every patient has to be established in primary care in order to access the counseling. All providers involved work together to provide comprehensive care to the patients. “All information remains confidential, but we work together to assure each patient’s needs are being met.”

Hook goes on to explain that Samaritan Health is centered on Jesus and not on a single church or denomination.

“Samaritan’s mission involves the ‘Church’ reclaiming the healing ministry of Christ.” She continued by giving examples in the history of health care. “Churches historically ran health care clinics and hospitals. St. Joseph Hospital, Lutheran Hospital, and Parkview Methodist Hospital were the establishments in my home town in Indiana.” Today, she explains, health care is an “industry” predominantly run by big business, even if they are not for profit.

Samaritan is a 501(c) non-profit corporation whose primary funding is donations and the small fees the patients pay for service. So churches, individuals, and big and small businesses from all over Lee County donate to keep the Center running. “We even receive donations from folks living in other states who vacation here,” Hook said. There are also donations of items and volunteer time that proves this is a true community effort.

Patients pay flat fees for services, so services are not free. It is designed for the working uninsured and under insured (those who often have high deductibles plans.) Patients know up front the costs which have to be paid before they receive care. A new patient visit is $50, and a follow up visit is $ 5.

There are other prices for services and procedures including annual physical exams, hospital follow ups, counseling, gynecology exams, well child exams, acute illness care, chronic illness management, and wellness and preventative health care. Mental health counseling, health education sessions, spiritual care and counseling are also available.

Patients needing specialty care are referred to those providers. Smoking cessation, drug and alcohol addiction counseling, and even minor office surgeries are offered at Samaritan.

The details and the stories are many. “God blessed us with Quest Diagnostics. They sent a representative, who is a Christian, to discuss prices of lab services for our patients.

We prayed at the end of our meeting, and a price list for services came back that was insane,” Hook said. Labs generally ordered for an annual physical usually costs over $150, but through Samaritan patients pay just $ 0. Patients pay for their labs at Samaritan, and Samaritan pays Quest at the end of the month. They told her “we’ll give you these prices if you collect the money.”

Radiology Regional’s clinical director contacted Dr. Hook, and he and their business manager met to discuss a partnership. They provide discounted rates for Samaritan patients who need CT Scans, MRIs and X-rays. These are all “provisions from God, and some we didn’t even ask for,” she explains.

Samaritan has another program, SamariCARE, designed to help small business provide a level of health care to their employees. The employer donates $ 5 per employee per month to Samaritan, and the employees receive a card entitling them to 50% off office visit fees. This helps the employees and Samaritan. The Two Silver Coins Fund, another Samaritan offering, provides funds for patients who cannot afford even the low fees charged for service. Those needing help apply through churches, the church administrator verifies the person’s need and then refers them to Samaritan. This Fund is based on the story of the Good Samaritan who gave the innkeeper two silver coins to care for the beaten man on the side of the road (Luke 10: 7).

Whether you are follower of Jesus or not, Dr. Hook’s passion for caring for people, for love and for healing with Christ in mind, transcends religion and goes to the heart of her belief that God is the healer of all. Sometimes there comes a time in life where help is needed; sometimes its physical, sometimes mental, and many times its spiritual. There are those in our society who can afford health care services. Those who cannot are often provided for by government programs, but there are many that fall in the middle: the working uninsured and under insured.

These people work, pay their bills, but cannot afford health insurance or have high deductibles. The story of Samaritan Health and Wellness Center is centered on helping these very people with primary health care of body, mind, and spirit. Thank you, Dr. Hook, for being a beacon, for listening to God and acting, for facilitating, and for blessing our community and our people with excellent care and love and for being our Good Samaritan.

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A plastic surgeon who Hook has never met sees patients for a reduced fee upon referral from Samaritan. “If I discover a skin cancer or other concerning skin issues, I refer to this specialist, and he takes it from there.” There is also a dentist who gives discounted rates to referred patients. It goes on and on.

Samaritan does not bill insurance companies, which is a huge benefit to them, but patients with insurance are welcome. They will receive a receipt for services rendered and can submit to insurance if they wish. Patients are not required to prove residency or their financial status. They simply charge their fees. Who ever comes through the door will be taken care of. They are there to serve and not to say “you don’t meet our criteria.”

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Do You Really Need a Household Inventory?

Written by Cape Coral Resident Jessie Delaplane

In a word, “YES!” An inventory of your household items is critical, whether you have purchased homeowners, rental, or condominium insurance coverage.

Why is an inventory so important? If your household items are damaged or stolen, you’ll need to provide the insurance company with information such as item manufacturers, models, and serial numbers, plus purchase dates or receipts.

Your inventory should include a room-by-room list of all household items, such as furniture, electronics, appliances, clothing, and jewelry. Some bigticket items or collectibles may need to be insured separately. So, we always recommend checking with your insurance agent to be sure that you have purchased adequate coverage to meet your individual needs. Your household items are generally included under the Coverage C (Contents) amount listed on your policy declarations page.

KnowYourStuff.org, sponsored by the Insurance Information Institute, is a free home inventory website where you can store your item information and photos. The user friendly site provides step-bystep instructions and videos to help you create your own home inventory room by room. Remember, it’s important to update your inventory when you purchase new items and to contact your insurance agent to be sure they are covered by your current policy.

For more information, visit KnowYourStuff.org and start taking inventory today!

Or you can print and complete the property inventory worksheet included in the Florida’s Homeowners Financial Tool Kit at MyFloridaCFO.com.

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When: Sundays (weather permitting) at 7AM Where: Jaycee Park (at the end of Beach Pkwy)

CapeStyle Fitness Guru, Trainer and owner of Living Better Now Fitness, Mike

Huber, is offering a free Bootcamp every Sunday at 7AM in Jaycee Park. It’s a solid hour of challenging yourself to perform at a higher level that most humans only dream about.Can you tame the Beast, Conquer The Frog, Pull the Sled, Battle the Ropes and feel the burn of the Froggie!!?? Surround yourself with awesome trainers and a great group of people. Checkout and Like Mike’s Facebook page “Living Better Now Fitness” for details.

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Submitted by Cape Coral resident Cyd Notter www.cydnotter.com

According to a recent article by Dr. Michael Greger, there are several levels of preventative medicine. Primary prevention would be like trying to prevent someone at risk for heart disease from getting their first heart attack. Secondary prevention is when you already have the disease and are trying to prevent a second heart attack. Tertiary prevention is like cardiac rehab, and trying to reduce the complication rate. Quaternary prevention tries to reduce the damage from the drugs and surgery of the first three levels. Another concept was introduced by the World Health Organization back in 1978, termed primordial prevention – which is being embraced by the American Heart Association’s 0 0 strategic impact goals.

Primordial prevention is a strategy to prevent whole societies from experiencing epidemics of the risk factors. Instead of trying to prevent someone with high cholesterol from getting a heart attack, why not prevent them from getting high cholesterol in the first place?

So the American Heart Association came up with the following Simple Seven health behaviors: Not smoking, not being overweight, being “very active” (defined as walking at least minutes a day), a few fruits and veggies, below average cholesterol, normal blood pressure and normal blood sugars. Their goal was to reduce heart disease deaths by 0% by 0 0. Why so modest an aim? Because an improvement of 5% was deemed unrealistic. If 90% of risk can be eliminated by engaging in simple lifestyle modifications, why is 5% considered unrealistic? To understand, one must realize how bad our diets have gotten.

The most common reason patients give for not complying with a cholesterol-lowering diet may be the presumption that they’re already eating healthy and don’t need to change. But if you look at the cardiovascular health in the U.S., only about 1% have the bare minimum of healthy eating behaviors, such as five-a-day fruits and veggies, eating beans, whole grains, and drinking less than cans of soda a week. What percentage of Americans hit all seven of the behaviors?

14,000 men and women were surveyed, and most had or - but hardly any had all 7 simple health components. Just how low a prevalence was having 7 out of 7? Only about 1 out of 000 Americans had all 7 factors intact. And the behavior they were missing the most was DIET.

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“The Simple Seven?”

It has been my observation that most people following a “CFO” diet (chicken, fish and olive oil) believe they are eating a healthy diet, when unfortunately such a diet is filled with cholesterol and bad fats. Not only are chicken and fish high fat, acidic foods, they also contain as much (or more) cholesterol as beef. Add in the amount of oils that people are consuming (olive, vegetable, and coconut oils) and the risk factors for disease increase even more. Remember that all oils are 100% pure extracted fats which can cause inflammation and damage the lining of our arteries. Getting healthy fats through whole foods is a much better plan.

Instead of olive oil, eat a handful of olives – the fiber, water and other nutrients of the whole food will allow your body to process the fat as it should. Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn of the Cleveland Clinic reminds patients who already have heart disease that high-fat foods such as avocados, nuts, and seeds, should be limited or eliminated; otherwise, our diets should focus around fruits, veggies, beans and legumes, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and lots of good clean water.

We can help you learn the science and skills behind true healthy eating.

Contact Cyd at www.cydnotter.com. (Source: How Many Meet the Simple Seven, Dr. Michael Greger, NutritionFacts.org).

Submitted by Cape Coral resident Sharon Harrell

Allison, or Alli as her friends and family call her, is 16 years old and a junior at North Fort Myers High School. She is the youngest of four siblings.

Alli has been dancing for 14 years. She is in her third year of the dance program at North and is a dancer at Studio Elite. Hard to believe she has the time, but she’s also been a cheerleader at North for two years!

She is the Junior Class Historian in the Student Government Association (SGA) at her school, as well as being enrolled in the AICE program. She’s always been an honor roll student and was part of the National Junior Honor Society through middle school.

Allison is always volunteering and helping out.

She is president of the U-Knighted Club, a mentorship program with special needs children. She is a member of the Interact Club and a service committee leader. She is compassionate, loving, helpful and kind and it shows in everything she does in life.

When Alli graduates from high school, she wants to become a paramedic/firefighter, hoping to work with a life flight team. She’d also like to become a dance teacher so she can help other kids enjoy dance as much as she has her whole life.

Congratulations Alli on being a Cape Kid of whom we can all be proud! You have a bright and beautiful future ahead.

Know any Cape Kids with Style? Let us know and we will consider featuring them in future issues.

Email a short story, pictures and your relationship to the child. to: kids@capestylemag.com

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Our Cover Artist Dennis Gingerich

Our cover artist this month is Dennis Gingerich and his photograph is called “American White Pelican�

Gingerich PhotoArt was launched by Dennis Gingerich in 006. Although photography has been an interest of Dennis' for many years, living in southwest Florida since 1986 has developed his love of nature and provided many opportunities to make a hobby out of photographing landscapes, birds, flowers and wildlife. Dennis has won multiple awards with his photography, including nd Place Overall winner in the 016 "The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel" contest. His images have been used in advertisements by the City of Cape Coral to attract businesses to the area. He was selected nd Quarter 016 Resident Artist for Lee County Visitors and Conventions Bureau with his photos being used to attract tourists to visit the area. In addition to this website, Dennis markets his local naturescape images in a line of greeting cards and prints at several Southwest Florida gift shops.

Dennis was born and raised near Salem, Oregon. He has been married to Linda Augsburger since 1974. They love to travel anywhere in the world any chance they get. They have three married adult children and four grandchildren. Dennis has a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work and Bible and a Master of Divinity graduate degree. He is the Founding Pastor of Cape Christian, a vibrant growing contemporary church in Cape Coral, Florida. He has been the Lead Chaplain for the Cape Coral Police Department since 1996 and serves on several non-profit boards in the community. In 01 , Dennis started a blog to inspire transformissionall living in others.

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Did You Know?

Do you know the names of the three wise monkeys? They are: Mizaru (See no evil), Mikazaru (Hear no evil), and Mazaru (Speak no evil).

For 000 years, until 188 , hemp was the world’s largest agricultural crop, from which the majority of fabric, soap, paper, medicines, and oils were produced.

On every continent there is a city called Rome.

Some 190 billion emails are sent daily – more than million per second – by 1, billion email senders. About 70% (1 billion emails) are spam and viruses. There are about 1,4 billion registered email addresses.

The sentence “The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog” uses every letter of the alphabet.

Lightning strikes men about seven times more often than it does women.

Due to earth’s gravity it is impossible for mountains to be higher than 15,000 metres.

About 50% of Americans live within 50 miles of their birthplace. This is called propinquity.

Before the year 1000, the word “she” did not exist in the English language. The singular female reference was the word “heo”, which also was the plural of all genders. The word “she” appeared only in the 1 th century, about 400 years after English began to take form. “She” probably derived from the Old English feminine “seo”, the Viking word for feminine reference.

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King’s Kitchen Serves Up Majestic Meals Kings Kitchen

By Shana Overhulser

At King’s Kitchen, you’ll discover a refreshing new slant on the typical breakfast and lunch foods. A mix of Caribbean, Mexican, American, Cuban and Asian is on the menu and sometimes even combined on one plate of food. Their famous BBQ Sundae is served in a cup with choice of chicken or pork. Act fast, these babies run out quickly. The chef, and partnering owner, Edwin Cruz, is a force to be reckoned. “These foods are a mixture of what I love,” Cruz explains. Well, this seems to work because his sales are up 0% in six months.

Cruz worked for years as a chef at a local country club.

This past spring he and his girlfriend,Yizenia Hernandez, opened the original King's Kitchen tucked inside the Sunoco gas station on Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers. Yes, the Sunoco gas station! It is named after their 14 month old son, King. It is the wonderment of a unique cooking style and fresh quality foods that attracts many customers. The kitchen is open for observers and witnessing your food being prepared becomes quite habitual. They have a large following on Facebook and are constantly announcing their daily specials with tantalizing pictures of their dishes.

One staple, King’s Boxes, are a fun take-away lunch for only $6.99. You get a choice of wings, burger, bbq or chicken with fries and a drink. Call ahead for gluten-free.

I ordered a plate of Sticky Asian King’s Wings with an amped up level of spice – and what a flavor explosion. To the naked eye, I didn’t see anything different in the cooking style but I know the secret sauce must behold a beautiful array of garlic, molasses hot peppers and five-spice. Then, I tried the Tostone Sliders. Like Cruz, I too am one for throwing together a dash of flavors from varying countries. This allAmerican Angus Beef burger was sandwiched between two “buns”

2562 Colonial Blvd Fort Myers, FL 33907 (239) 418-1818

made up of plantains crisped on a garlic butter. Layered inside were lettuce, tomato and onion with a nice dollop of homemade sauce that tastes a lot like Russian and Ranch dressing. One word: outstanding.

Back to the orient, I go with the Asian Taco! It is a pleasant make up of beef strips, cabbage and carrot slaw with homemade sauce wrapped in a flour tortilla. A nice marriage in a tightly rolled taco, very juicy and tasty. In the land of foodies, a great meal need not be of a royal pricing structure, but a decent meal at a very unassuming price. These three dishes cost under $17 and I shared them with my husband; I was full.

A mere carriage ride into town: Cruz and Hernandez will be opening their second King’s Kitchen location on 4715 Del Prado Boulevard in Cape Coral by end of August. The buzz is that this location will serve different foods from the original. Not a deli of sorts, but something just as novel, albeit, serving a vast amount of equally amazing fare. Stay tuned. As your messenger, I’ll be delivering the new data very soon. A sit down restaurant is also in the works in the Downtown Fort Myers area. King’s plans to serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus beer and wine. As of now, the owners are in the midst of floor-to-ceiling renovations. They’ve torn out Sub & Pub’s wood paneling and vinyl booths and are aiming for a more modern look, “white-washed woods, a pallet wall,” Cruz said.

King’s Kitchen is applauded for their use of quality ingredients, spices and culinary flare from around the world.

The topper; comparable prices that won’t kill your budget and attention to special diets such as low fat, gluten-free and vegan.

Find King’s Kitchen online at:

www.facebook.com/kingskitchendeli/ for the Cape location and at www.facebook.com/kingskitchenCorp/?fref=ts for Fort Myers.

Call ahead for large orders and specialty diets: (239) 418-1818.

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Problem: Wrinkles- Constant staring down at your phone when you are surfing the net or browsing social media can lead to wrinkling under the neck and chin referred to as “tech neck.” Also, squinting at print that that is too small can cause crows feet around the eyes.

Submitted by Cape Coral business Florida Skin Center

Solution: Spend less time on the phone and when using one, bring the phone up to eye level instead of looking downward.

Problem: Brown Spots- Your cell phone uses radio frequency energy to operate, which in turn produces a great deal of heat.

This heat triggers a cascade in melanin production that is responsible for skin pigmentation, and can produce brown spots or uneven discoloration on the face.

Solution: Use a hands free device, Bluetooth, or speakerphone settings. Also, use a Sunscreen that also has protection against Infrared (heat) like Skin Medica’s Total Defense and Repair.

Problem: Acne- Your phone is dirty. Recent studies have shown that, in most cases, a cell phone is 10x more dirty and has more bacteria than a toilet seat (YUCK!) Think about how many times you set your phone down on something and pick it up to put it right back on your face.

Solution: Wipe your phone down with alcohol wipes often. Use a hands free device, Bluetooth, or speakerphone settings

If you are noticing some or all of these problems, Florida Skin Center can help. Florida Skin Center is full service dermatology office offering routine visits for acne and other skin concerns. We also specialize in cosmetic dermatology and can help to tailor a treatment plan to address your cosmetic concerns. There are many different treatment options from creams that help to correct wrinkling and brown spots, to Botox and fillers that help to soften fine lines and wrinkles, helping to rejuvenate your face and neck. Florida also has two certified aestheticians on staff that performs procedures such as facials, chemical peels, and micro-needling.

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What Your Cell Phone is Doing to Your Skin

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Women need to plan for financial security

Women are becoming increasingly sophisticated about how to save for life’s major financial events, like home and auto purchases, vacations, children’s education and retirement. This is important because women’s planning needs are often different than their male counterparts1: • •

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Women live longer than men, by as many as five to seven years on average.

Women typically earn less than men – 77 cents to the dollar. Due to the gap in wages, women save less for life’s major expenses and retirement than men.

Moving in and out of the workforce, often to care for children or aging parents, makes it difficult for women to accumulate as large a retirement nest egg.

These circumstances dictate that women become personally involved in their financial well-being and take an active role in developing a strategy to assure financial security. Creating a comprehensive personal financial plan is the first step to achieving this goal. This is a five-step process that involves partnering with a Financial Advisor: 1. Gathering information – Determine the current situation – special family requirements, assets and liabilities, financial needs, current and anticipated income, and tolerance for investment risk.

2. Setting financial goals – Identify education objectives for children and grandchildren, retirement age and income goals, insurance considerations and estate concerns.

3. Developing a financial plan – Outline the steps necessary to meet the goals that have been identified. Be as specific as possible.

4. Implementing the plan – Commit to action immediately. The best plan in the world will fail if it’s never started.

5. Reviewing and updating the plan periodically – The inevitable changes of life may require adjustments to the plan. Periodic reviews will provide opportunities to identify these events and make the necessary changes.

Because of divorce and extended life expectancies, most women will be responsible for their own finances at some point in their lives. According to David Bach, author of Smart Women Finish Rich, 5% of all widows go through their husbands’ death benefit within the first two months – and the average age of widowhood is 56.

These statistics demonstrate the need for women to become personally involved in achieving their own financial security. Establishing a financial plan tailored to specific wants and needs is the surest route to

obtaining this goal.

Women’s Institute for a Secure Retirement; U.S. Census Bureau.

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Article provided by Rebecca Ross, Vice President and Financial Advisor by Robert W. Baird & Co., member SIPC. She has years of financial services industry experience, and can be reached at 9-541-9090 or rross@rwbaird.com.

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Upcoming Events September 2016 Every Saturday in September

Cape Coral Farmers Market at Cape Harbour – your summer destination for great foods and awesome crafts, including fresh produce, baked goods, jellies & jams, Gulf seafood, handmade crafts, local honey and more. Where: 5789 Cape Harbour Drive, call 9-549-6900 for more information, from 8 am – 1 pm

Every Tuesday

Surfside Farmers Market -- your weekly destination for great foods and awesome crafts, including fresh produce, baked goods, jellies & jams, Gulf seafood, handmade crafts, local honey and more. Where: Shops at Surfside, 78 Surfside Blvd, call 9-549-6900 for more information, from -8 pm

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Mystery Charity Quarter Auction -- Quarter Auction fun with a little competition thrown in! Local charities have been invited to participate for a chance to be our Mystery Charity winner! Let's pack the house again this month! Where: Elks Lodge, 46 1 SE 10th Pl from 6 PM - 8: 0 PM

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CARES For Heroes Benefit – C.A.R.E.S. honors our nations Vets & First Responders. Join us for an afternoon of fun, music, and prevention. All ages! No cover. Raffles, silent auctions, & drink specials. Featuring The Joel Fry Band. All proceeds benefiting awareness about suicide among our nation's heroes. Where: Dixie Roadhouse, 10 SE 47th Terr, ( 9) 541-7900 from 1-6 pm

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The Castaway – Presented by Nutty Scientist, your child is sure to enjoy this wacky science show. $5 admission. Where: Yacht Club Community Park, 5819 Driftwood Pkwy, www.capeparks.com or call 9-574-0806. 7 pm

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Military Museum of Cape Coral Parade For Heroes -- Fun For All Ages! EMS, Military, Law enforcement, Firefighters, Marching Bands, Color Guards, Decorated Vehicles & Floats. Where: Outside patio of Rockade on 47th Terrace open 9: 0 am - Noon

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Pancakes, Car Wash, & Grandparents Day Fundraising Event -- Join the cast of Seussical; The Musical to help raise money for Cultural Park Theatre and bring your Grandparents to enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast while getting their car washed for Grandparent's Day! Pancakes $8 adults $6 kids 1 and under. Car Wash $10 or ($5 with the puchase of adult breakfast.) Where: Applebees, 8 Delprado Blvd, from 8-10 am

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Cape Coral Peace Day in the Park -- This event is held in Cape Coral on the closest Sunday to the calendar-fixed International Day of Peace, celebrated on September 1st each year. Peace Day in the Park will once again be held at beautiful Jaycee Park with events being held both before and after hours. Admission is free, as well as free parking and shuttle service! Visitors are encouraged to bring dry or canned food for local people and/or pets in need. *Well behaved pets are welcome!!! Where: Jaycee Park 41 5 SE 0th Pl, from 10 AM - 6 PM

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Waterside Wines is hosting their monthly wine tasting. Skip across the pond with us as we point our compasses below the equator to the New World wine producing showstopper, South Africa. Where: 5785 Cape Harbour Dr # 0 , ( 9) 5401557, 5: 0 - 8 pm

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Are You Smarter Than A Politician? Candidate's Forum -- Come out and see if you can out smart our politicians! More information at www.CapeCoralChamber.com. Where: Gulf Coast Village, 1 Santa Barbara Boulevard from 5: 0 p.m. 9:00 p.m.

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Dixie Roadhouse 5th Anniversary Party -- Come celebrate with us as we hit our 5th year here in SW Florida! This will be a special night with prizes and surprises all night long! Don't miss the fun! Where: Dixie Roadhouse, 10 SE 47th Terr, ( 9) 541-7900 from 8 PM - AM

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20th Annual Kids All American Fishing Derby – Kids receive a 1 hr of fishing, angler education, bait, awards and child’s lunch. Each participant will also receive a rod & reel to take home at the end. Children must bring their own rod and tackle to the event. $8 per child, ages 5-15. Where: Yacht Club Community Park, 5819 Driftwood Pkwy, www.capeparks.com or call 9-574-0806. 9-1 : 0 pm

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Harbour View Gallery September Featured Artists Reception Tuesday, September 6 6-8pm.

Zdenka Fiala, Stained glass jewelry and Beth Blewett, Acrylic Painter.

Their work will be on display through September. The gallery is located at 5789 Cape Harbour Drive, Cape Harbour, Cape Coral.

Beth Blewett - Acrylic Painting

Beth Blewett began a long-held dream of becoming a working artist in 014 by taking classes at the Cape Coral Art League following her retirement from a 0-year career as an R&D scientist and director.

Born in Puerto Rico, she lived in a number of states from the Southeast to the Pacific Northwest; in California, the mountain West, the Great Plains and most recently in the nations' heartland. Her career training as a plant biologist has taken her to many more places throughout the U.S. and the world. During those travels she deepened her understanding of the astounding natural and cultural diversity that exists on earth.

After spending her first years of retirement traveling with her husband in their 'antique RV' and exploring various artistic outlets including chair-caning, broom-making, leatherwork and wood-turning, she and her husband relocated full-time to the Cape Harbour community within Cape Coral and she began painting with acrylics. This medium is one in which she finds pure enjoyment, and through which she hopes to convey her deep appreciation for the world of nature, the people, and the places of this wondrous planet we call home.

Beth is an award-winning member of the Cape Coral Art League and was recently selected as one of the artists to represent CCAL in the 017 Artist Winners Circle. She is a People's Choice award winner of the Fort Myers Art League and member of Pine Island Art Association.1 Zdenka Fiala, Stained glass jewelry/art

Zdenka Fiala is a stained and fused glass artist from Fort Myers, FL. She has been creating jewelry and decorative items for 7 years now, some made with gems and glass beads.

Zdenka’s describes her technique as, “The interactive play of material, color and light enhances the drama of my artwork and makes my technique unique. Each piece of my art is a handmade, unique original.”

Next to her education in engineering in Czech Republic and Switzerland, she received an education in bobbin lace, stained and fused glass jewelry, polymer clay jewelry and jewelry using various gems and metal wires.

Zdenka has been awarded to Second Merit Award for Fused Glass Jewelry at the Exhibition of Fine Crafts “Made

By Hand” 01 in Visual Art Center Punta Gorda, Florida.

She is participating at art shows and galleries in Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, Punta Gorda, Marco Island, Cape Coral and Venice.

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CapeStyle Magazine | September 2016