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CITY SERIES: MOUNT DORA 46 Every month, Lake & Sumter Style will be on the move, visiting the many towns of Lake and Sumter counties. Our first stop is in the picturesque lakeside community of Mount Dora, Lake County’s most popular tourist destination.

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IT’S GETTING HOTTER… 54 Grab a towel because things are just heating up here at Akers. The nominations for our inaugural Hot List are in, and now we need you to vote on the hottest people, places, and events in Lake and Sumter counties. Winners will be decided by our readers.

STAY TUNED FOR STYLE TV 58 Starting in August, see Lake and Sumter come alive as we jump off the pages and into your living room with the anticipated premiere of “Style TV.” We will be highlighting the best and brightest people, places, and events these counties have to offer.

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A closer look at Sumter County A drive through Sumter County takes you past agricultural farms, cattle ranches, and pasturelands. And, of course, it is home to some of the most down-to-earth and friendly people you will ever meet. Here are some interesting statistics about Sumter County residents.

Number of veterans: 17,267 Caucasian: 88.4 percent Hispanic: 6 percent African-American: 9.5 percent Native American: 0.4 percent Females: 48.2percent Persons below poverty level: 11.2 percent Bachelor’s degree or higher (ages 25 and older): 20 percent

Median household income: $44,817 2010 estimated population: 93,420 2012 estimated population: 101,620 High school graduate or higher ages 25 and older): 85.5 percent Source: quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/states/12/12119.html

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up front : Recognition

A fantastic ‘home’coming On May 23rd, the hearts of U.S. Army veteran Glen Goings and his family were filled with pride and happiness when they officially received the key to their renovated 1,500 square-foot, mortgagefree home in Tavares.

Seconds after walking inside for the first time and seeing the spacious living room, Goings’ wife, Anna, became flooded with emotion. Unable to hold back tears, she approached her husband and gave him a heartfelt hug.

“Welcome home, baby,” she said. “I love you so much.”

This joyous occasion was made possible through a partnership between Bank of America and the Military Warriors Support Foundation. Together, they donate mortgage-free homes to wounded combat soldiers to help them heal and smoothly transition into civilian life. To date, more than 355 homes have been donated to veterans in Florida. The program also provides recipients with three years of financial mentoring.

“This is a great opportunity to give back to veterans like Glen and thank them for their service to this country,” says John Moskos, market president of the Central Florida division of Bank of America. He was one of several Bank of America representatives on hand to present the family with their new home.

Glen, a U.S. Army infantryman, served one tour of duty in Iraq and one tour of duty in Afghanistan. After

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returning to the United States, he was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

“War is awful,” says the soft-spoken man. “I saw some terrible things in both countries. When you see your buddies injured or killed, it causes you a great deal of grief.”

The Goings and their two children, Heather, 18, and Dylon, 15, previously lived in Hudson. Now, Glen, who has been on medical discharge, says the new home represents a “fresh start” and “new chapter” in their lives. “I’m going to start looking for a job immediately. I’m not sure what I want to do yet. Fortunately, I’m a jack-of-all-trades.”

Dylon is equally excited about calling Lake County home. “I enjoy fishing, so I could not think of a better place to move than right here.”

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Kicking aside illness

Snipping away at cancer Nine-year-old Kaylee Houstoun will soon vie for the title of Little Miss Eustis. However, the third-grade Eustis Elementary School student had no qualms about losing some of her beautiful brunette hair to help children less fortunate than herself.

“Losing some of my hair does not bother me. In pageants, you are judged by your personality and the way you walk,” she says.

In early June, Kaylee and three other students in Terri Germeroth’s third-grade class visited Capillo Salon and Day Spa in Mount Dora to have 10 inches cut off their hair. The hair will be sent to Locks of Love, a national organization that provides hairpieces to children who have experienced hair loss due to a medical issue.

“I once read a book about cancer, and I feel sorry for anyone who has to go through it,” says 9-year-old Trinity Scott.

The other students who participated were Lizeth Lopez and Sarah Bell, both 9.

While Germeroth was equally content to donate her hair, she was more excited about instilling the importance of generosity in her students. “I am helping their hearts grow and giving them opportunities to feel the happiness that giving can bring,” says Germeroth, who was named as Lake County’s 2013 Rookie Teacher of the Year. “These students are our future, and I want our future to be loving, giving, and charitable.”

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Throughout the school year, Germeroth has initiated monthly projects that allow her students to participate in acts of kindness.

Those projects include a food drive in October, a clothes and toy drive in December, a campus cleanup in April, and a toy distribution to hospitalized children in May.

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Each monthly program that Germeroth’s students participate in falls under the UNLESS Project. This name was inspired by a memorable quote from Dr. Seuss’ book The Lorax. In the book, Lorax says, “Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.”

A mysterious illness that remains undiagnosed almost permanently sidelined Montverde Academy soccer player Santiago Ortiz from participating in sports. In 2012, Ortiz, then a junior, withdrew from school and returned to his home country of Columbia, where doctors failed to diagnose a condition that devastated his physical strength and movement capabilities. Doctors had serious doubts whether he would return to Montverde Academy.

But Ortiz never lost hope.

After months of hard work, diet adjustment, and physical training, he returned to the school last fall for his senior year. He also played an instrumental role in helping lead the Eagles’ soccer team to a 25-0-1 record in 2013.

For his heroic efforts, Ortiz received the 2013 Buchalter Spirit Award, named after former Orlando Sentinel sportswriter Bill Buchalter.

The award recognizes a Central Florida graduating senior athlete who has overcome challenging circumstances to achieve a level of excellence and success.

“I am extremely proud of Santiago for all he has been through and how he has handled his moments of adversity,” says Montverde soccer coach Mike Potempa. “He has come full circle in less than a year and did it with strength and determination. “ Ortiz plans to play soccer at Florida Gulf Coast University.

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All business Thirteen students represented Eustis Middle School at the 2013 annual State Leadership Conference for Future Business Leaders of America held in April in Orlando. Four of those students won awards at the conference. Hailey Church won first place in keyboarding applications; Tessa Campbell took first place in spreadsheet; Chandler Fowler won second place in web page creation; and Audrey Wikan won third place in public speaking.

The conference gave these 13 students an opportunity to participate in fun and rewarding activities and make connections with the business world. They also learned about leadership qualities and other traits that are essential to succeed in the workplace.

Other EMS students who attended include: Brendon Chambless, Analiesa Davis, Teagan Edwards, Grace Harwick, Melissa Espinosa, Shabab Makbul, Samantha Cutlip, Audrey Houstoun, and AJ Swain.

A blaze of glory After 25 years of loyal service, Royal’s longtime fire chief, Lorenzo Brooks, decided to retire. Members of the community, county officials, and employees of Sumter County Fire Services celebrated his successful career at a retirement breakfast held April 20th at the Royal Community Center.

“Even though he has retired from the fire service, Chief Brooks continues as a dedicated leader in his church, his family, and his community,” wrote retired Sumter County Fire Chief Bill Gulbrandsen. “I am proud to have served with him during the founding years of Sumter County Fire Rescue.”

Chief Brooks was escorted into the retirement breakfast by his wife, Joanne Brooks. He is extremely proud to have served Royal, which was founded in 1865 and is one of Florida’s oldest African-American communities.

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Aw, shucks Hundreds of people flocked to downtown Leesburg to enjoy Cornfest, a unique event coordinated by the Downtown Leesburg Business Association (DLBA). The family event featured a corn-eating and corn-shucking contest, old-fashioned games, a dunking booth, and live entertainment. In addition, members of the DLBA sold hot buttered Zellwood corn throughout the day.

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A thing of beauty New Body Contours held an open house at its Villages office. At the event, estheticians performed demonstrations of the company’s makeup and skin care products. Attendees also learned about Ideal Protein, a unique weight-loss program offered by New Body Contours. The open house also included gift basket giveaways, food, and beverages. New Body Contours is a medical spa that specializes in non-surgical body contouring and facelifts.

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A leg up on treating veins Vascular Vein Centers has set the standard of care in Central Florida for treatment of varicose veins and other vein-related diseases. Throughout June, doctors and administrators celebrated the practice’s 12th anniversary by inviting loyal patients to its various office locations. In addition to giveaways and refreshments, guests enjoyed an opportunity to talk with the practice’s knowledgeable practitioners.

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It’s summertime, school’s out, and the temperatures are rising.

Instead of sweltering in the Florida heat, cool down with one of Lake and Sumter’s many water activities that’s guaranteed to er activiti ‘wet’ every aquatic appetite. So, come on in… the wa water’s fine.

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Explor-a the Dora

Just because it doesn’t snow in Florida doesn’t mean you can’t enjoying skiing in the Sunshine State — water skiing that is. Great for thrill chasers who love making waves, water skiing makes for a great day of fun on the water with friends and family. Luckily for those with a need for speed, two ski schools operate in Lake County, presenting avid water skiers opportunities for slaloming, jumping, trick skiing, barefooting, and wakeboarding.

Jack Travers Waterski School is a family-owned and –operated business on Sunset Lakes in Groveland. The 110-acre site consists of three artificial lakes with slalom and jump courses. Swiss Ski School, located in Clermont, sits on 450 acres and is home to four manmade lakes, one large natural lake, five slalom courses, and two jump ramps. Each school caters to skiers of all levels and offers a wide range of instruction packages that can be customized to fit a person’s specific skill set.

Considered one of “the most beautiful mile of water in the world,” the exquisite Dora Canal is a popular, historic locale that’s enjoyable to travel via boat, canoe, or kayak. Lined with majestic 2,000-year-old cypress trees dressed in Spanish moss, this Lake County waterway is home to a variety of natural flora and fauna, including several native Florida birds like ospreys, herons, ibises, and egrets. To enjoy a guided boat tour, contact the following companies: • Heritage Lake Tours: 352.343.4337 • Premier Boat Tours: 352.434.8040 • Rusty Anchor: 352.383.3933 • Captain Dave’s Sea Venture II: 352.343.3889

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Swiss Ski School 352.429.2178 or www.swissskischool.com Jack Travers Waterski School 352.429.9027 or www.jacktravers.com

Breaking wind nd Hidden away from the eyes of man, there are still places of unspoiled natural wilderness that harken back to the days when Juan Ponce de Leon and his crew traversed the rough Florida terrain.

Nevertheless, you can still uncover bits of Old Florida thanks to a modern-day vessel that flies like the wind and defies all gravity — the airboat.

Tom and Jerry’s Airboat Adventures in Lake Panasoffkee and Wild Bill’s Airboat Tours, which is just across the Sumter-Citrus border in Inverness, let you and your family get up close and personal with the wetlands, wildlife, and spring-fed creeks of the Withlacoochee River system. Make sure to bring a camera to capture all the sights that show Mother Nature at her finest.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Wild Bill’s 352.726.6060 Tom and Jerry’s 321.689.8918

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The third-largest lake in west Central Florida, Lake Panasoffkee connects to the Withlacoochee River via the Outlet River, which flows out to the Gulf of Mexico.

SOURCE: Sumter County Chamber of Commerce

Get tanked On a hot day, who can resist the crystalline blue waters of Alexander Springs?

Situated in the northeast corner of Lake County in the Ocala National Forest, these peaceful spring waters stay an always-agreeable 72 degrees year-round, and the shallow depths and small caves are excellent for novice scuba divers and snorkelers.

“Our water is 35 feet at its deepest,” says Jennifer Larsen, an employee at Alexander Springs Recreation Area, “and the spring pumps about 70 million gallons of water each day.”

While visiting this popular recreation spot, guests can expect to see a number of marine wildlife including turtles, otters, fish, and alligators. “There are also artifacts along the spring’s sandy bottom, but they are not allowed to be removed from the water,” Larsen says.

In addition to exploring the springs under the surface, canoes are available to rent to paddle down Alexander Run into the Alexander Springs wilderness. “This is a very busy spring,” Larsen says. “Sometimes we have 600 to 700 people on a busy weekend.”

To scuba dive, you must bring valid proof of certification and your own equipment.

The cost is $6.50 to scuba and $5.50 to snorkel. A small store near the springs sells snorkeling gear.

Alexander Springs Recreation Area is located at 49525 County Road 445 in Altoona.

FOR RESERVATIONS OR MORE INFORMATION: 877.444.6777 or 352.669.3522 38 3 8

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MU CK IT UP!

When off-roading, it is all about getting down and dirty. Revolution Off Road in Clermont takes off-roading to the next level with vehicles that can transport you not only through tough, muddy terrain but also across a large lake with ease.

Known as “Mucky Ducky Revolution,” this brand new ultimate off road experience features amphibious, allterrain vehicles affectionately known as Mucky Ducks. These floatable vehicles run both on land and in water. “The Mucky Ducks are a sealed unit, and the tires have a paddle-type tread that actually propel you through any kind of terrain and through the water,” says Ian Scienze, general manager at Revolution Off Road.

For 45 minutes, a tour guide leads adventure seekers through 235 acres of winding trails with amazing views of the beautiful Florida countryside. However, be prepared to chug across a 70-acre lake, where you can expect to see native Florida wildlife, including alligators, bass, soft-shell turtles, and various birds.

“You never know what you’re going to see,” Scienze says.

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Ducks. Younger passengers must be able to sit on a bench seat without support. The experience will begin with a safety briefing and a short landbased training course to ensure you can handle the vehicle before hitting the lake and trails. They also provide any necessary safety equipment, such as helmets and life vests.

TO BOOK A TOUR OR FOR MORE INFORMATION: 352.400.1322 or www.revolutionoffroad.com 352.

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Diningdockside If there’s two things Lake and Sumter residents love it’s water and food. So, next time you work up an appetite on the boat, dock and dine at these local eateries:

Buzzard Beach 2050 W. Burleigh Blvd., Tavares, FL 32778 Phone: 352.552.8849 ________

Gator Bay Marina 10320 County Road 44, Leesburg, FL 34788 Phone: 352.365.2177 ________

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Harbor Lights Restaurant & Lounge 907 County Rd. 439B, Lake Panasoffkee, FL 33538 Phone: 352.793.7058 ________

Hurricane Dockside Grill 3351 W. Burleigh Blvd., Tavares, FL 32778 Phone: 352.508.5137 ________

JB Boondocks 704 S. Lakeshore Blvd., Howey-in-the-Hills, FL 34737 Phone: 352.324.3600 ________

Lake Harris Hideaway 11912 Lane Park Rd., Tavares, FL 32778 Phone: 352.343.3585 ________

Nelson’s Gator Hole 19400 S.E U.S. Highway 42, Umatilla, FL 32784 Phone: 352.821.3474 ________

Tiki Bar & Grill 508 S. Main Ave., Minneola, FL 34715 Phone: 352.394.2232

Streams of water wa gus gush from all directions to greet the laughs and smiling faces of children hildren exploring this virtual water wonderland. Equipped with water cannons set kid-friendly water slide, and a et to douse, a kid-frien large rotating bu bucket that th topples when full, Tavares Children’s Splash Childre Spla Park has made a big splash amon among local residents who love having a way for fo their children to cool off as the summer days day heat up.

The park has been open b op for roughly three and a half years. “In that th time, we have had over 70,000 people visit er visi vis the park,” says Bill Neron, director of economic development rector econ for the City of T Tavares. “It stays pretty busy, especially during the su summer. It’s a great specially durin way to break the heat of o the day.”

The park was origin originally origina part of the city council’s initiative to revitalize the downtown area. Part of that was branding Tavares as “America’s Seaplane City.” In keeping with the brand, the splash park is seaplane themed and features a big yellow seaplane that continuously rains water on wet children below. “We wanted to provide something for toddlers and elementary school children,” Neron says, “and so far, it’s been successful.”

Due to extreme popularity and limited space, entrance is on a first-come, firstserved basis. Swim diapers are required for children under 4 years old. Anyone entering the Splash Park wet zone (to supervise a child or otherwise) must wear proper bathing suit attire.

The cost is $2 for anyone entering the Splash Pad fenced areas. The City of Tavares also offers a $15 seasonal pass for city residents with proof of residency. Seasonal passes are available for purchase at City Hall.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: 352.742.6267 or www.tavares.org

WATER FACT

Many of Lake County’s lakes are part of the Ocklawaha Chain of Lakes, also known as the Harris Chain of Lakes. The chain includes Lake Apopka, Lake Beauclair, Lake Carlton, Lake Dora, Lake Eustis, Lake Griffin, Lake Harris, Little Lake Harris, and Lake Yale.

SOURCE: St. Johns River Water Management District

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Row your boat Ditch the fancy boat motor and pick up a couple of oars instead. The Lake County Rowing As Association is offering classes to let people try their hand at the super athletic, ssuper disciplined sport of rowing. On scenic Lake Minneola, adults and children over the age of 14 are urged to participate, whether you are rekindling a love for the sport or just wanting to learn. The only l requirement is you must know how to swim. The cost for the class is $85 and mu registration is on a first-come, fi rst-served basis. rs FOR MORE INFORMATION INFORMATION: Call Debbie Kiely at 407.49 407.497.1035 or visit www.lakecountyrowing.org

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H ‘Om’ Like with any exercise, the daily routine of seeing the same people at the same gym at the same time can grow boring and completely uninspiring. So why not switch it up this summer and trade your yoga mat and boring fitness room for a stand-up paddleboard and scenic lake views?

Mary Prescott, co-owner of Florida from a Kayak, conducts stand-up paddleboard yoga classes in a small cypress cove on Lake Minnehaha in Clermont. “The wind could be whipping, but we can tuck behind a windbreak and be fine,” she says.

“We stay close to shore where the water is smooth.”

Each class begins with 10 to 15 minutes of paddling. “Then we drop our kayak anchors and do yoga poses for 45 minutes,” Prescott says. With only five boards available to rent for each class, it makes the workout sessions small and intimate, perfect for meditation and relaxation. “When we lie down on our board, we draw our hands through the water to the top of our boards, which feels so much nicer than doing it on carpet. Sometimes we lie on our boards and look at the clouds. It’s just so relaxing.”

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balance and taking a sopping spill into the waters below. “You have to have a sense of humor. If someone falls off, we say that it must be time for the water aerobics part of the class,” she says. “But we’re only in two to three feet of water, so if you do fall off, you’re not going to drown.

You can get back on your board and keep going.

Anyone from young children and expectant mothers to adults in their

WATER FACT

The scenic Dora Canal connects the six-mile-long Lake Dora with other lakes leading to the St. John’s River and Jacksonville and allows passage all the way to the Atlantic Ocean.

SOURCE: Lake County Board of County Commission

60s and 70s can take this class, Prescott says. “There are no limitations. You have to just trust yourself.”

Individual classes cost $20, which includes the paddleboard. A package of four classes is $60. If you bring your own paddleboard, Prescott says the class is discounted.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE STANDUP PADDLEBOARD YOGA CLASSES: 352.406.0904 or floridafromakayak.com

STYLE’S TOP 10 WATER TOYS Water alone can be fun, but add toys and you’re guaranteed a good time.

No summer would be complete without getting soaked from head to toe, so here are the top 10 ways to make a splash with your children this summer. he

11. NERF SUPER SOAKER This nostalgic water toy has been around for years and remains a favorite for any child who is looking to drench suspecting (and unsuspecting) targets with a good stream of H2O.

2. AQUA LILY PAD Have you ever wished you could walk on water? Well, you can with this tremendously buoyant foam pad that acts as your own portable island. It’s great for ski platforms, kayak staging, tanning, relaxing, or just having fun.

3. SLIP ‘N SLIDE The people at Wham-O had a good idea when they made something for the children who lacked access to a pool, lake, or ocean. All you need is your bathing suit, a hose, and a hot day to enjoy this classic water slide.

4. KID WASH If you are more of the do-it-yourself kind of person, this sprinkler water toy will be a joy to assemble. Google “kid wash” and a number of websites will be at your fingertips to construct this exciting way to beat the heat.

5. WACKY NOODLES You can float with them, splash people with them, knock people in the head with them, or ride them like a seahorse. Great for beginning swimmers and water aerobics, they are both durable and inexpensive.

6. BEACH BALL There’s just something about seeing this classic red, white, blue, and yellow ball that makes you think of summer. Plus, they are perfect for a variety of games sans liquid.

7. WATER TRAMPOLINE This toy allows you to take the excitement of a land trampoline and bring it to the water. RAVE Sports, the originator of the water trampoline, offers two types of trampolines and a number of attachments (rope swing, water slide, etc.) that can turn them into a gigantic floating playground.

8. DIVE RINGS OR DIVE STICKS For competitive children (and adults), these common pool toys are great for diving games or a relay race across an Olympic-size pool.

9. WATER SPRINKLER For a quick cool down, water sprinklers always hit the spot. Several toy companies make a number of sprinkler attachments that latch on to most universal garden hoses to create a drenching cascade of water that’s perfect for running, jumping, and tumbling through.

10.WATER BALLOONS A timeless water toy that will never go out of style, the water balloon will forever be the weapon of choice during times of water warfare in the backyard, on the lakeshore, or at the beach.

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MOUNT DORA America’s Festival City A gaggle of Segway riders zips downhill along Mount Dora’s Fourth Avenue.

“Whoa,” yells one of the women as she points and makes a sharp left onto Donnelly Street, the town’s main drag. The group effortlessly adjusts their direction on the two-wheeled devices that have become the latest rage for sightseeing as they head toward Mount Dora’s diminutive, yet functional lighthouse.

The lighthouse draws the attention of first-time visitors, as do the restaurants, festivals, art galleries, boutiques, and antique shops in what is inarguably Lake County’s most popular tourist destination.

But scratch the surface, and you will find a commitment to preserving history and a civic pride that has made Mount Dora one of Florida’s most unique cities.

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Mount Dora is distinctive, starting with its location. After all, how many Florida towns are set on a “mountain top?” Or at least that’s how it must have looked to early surveyors and settlers in the late 1840s. Although Mount Dora is only 184 feet above sea level (Sugarloaf Mountain in Clermont is higher at 312), the trek from the Fourth Avenue boat docks on Lake Dora up to Donnelly Street sure seems like mountain climbing on a hot day.

When government surveyors were working in the area from 1846 to 1849, they were probably in search of cool drinking water after trekking the area’s hills. They found respite and hospitality at the William and Dora Ann Drawdy home, where the young bride kindly shared the family’s rations. They were so impressed by Dora Ann’s generosity that they named the large lake two miles north of the family’s home after her. Lake Dora, at six miles long and nearly a mile wide, has

been an iconic symbol for the town that grew up on its eastern edge.

It took awhile before Mount Dora indeed grew. In fact, the town’s population in 1900 was just 197 people. When it was incorporated in March 1910, only 371 people were living in the city proper. Like other parts of Florida in the early 1920s, Mount Dora experienced a building boom. By the 1970s, however, the city was somewhat dormant again until it became known as an arts community and one of Florida’s best festival cities. The festivals have brought in hundreds of thousands of people from all over the world, especially during October’s annual bicycle festival and the nationally juried craft festival. Add to those the spring sailing regatta, another nationally juried arts festival, antiques fair, and music festival and it seems there are non-stop events year-round.

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THE DONNELLY HOUSE The Donnelly House is one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

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LAKESIDE INN In 1930, President and Mrs. Calvin Coolidge came for a five-week visit. Other famous guests included Henry Ford, Thomas Edison, and President Dwight D. Eisenhower.

GRANTHAM POINT LIGHTHOUSE First-time visitors often think the lighthouse is just decorative; however, it is actually registered as Florida’s only inland navigational aid.

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Mount Dora’s charm exudes beyond the nationally known festivals and events, though. Days can be filled with shopping in the boutiques, browsing antiques, or visiting one of the downtown parks. Evenings give way to a relaxing vibe as the sun sets over Lake Dora, and the many restaurants and wine bars beckon visitors with chef-inspired menus, extensive wine lists, soft jazz, or other entertainment.

Like many small towns, Mount Dora has had its share of ups and downs over the years. However, the resiliency and creative spirit of its residents have always helped the city move forward. Their commitment to the arts and to historic preservation has created a gem of a city.

“We’re not done yet,” says special events coordinator Chris Carson, who also runs the historic Community Building. “The city has a great mission, not just in trying to preserve our history but also for planning the future.”

And the best is yet to come with a new “streetscape” about to be unveiled before the October festivals begin. Permanent pedestrian areas are being created along Fourth Avenue and Alexander Street all the way to the Lake Dora waterfront. The streetscape project also includes improvements to sidewalks and to Childs Park next to the Mount Dora Chamber of Commerce. The downtown will be more walkable, and the visual connection between the core downtown area and the Lake Dora waterfront will be stronger.

The downtown commercial area will experience some positive changes in coming months, yet residents remain very protective of their treasure. Last January, hundreds of residents expressed their opposition to allowing high-rise buildings near Lake Dora. They argued successfully before the city council that five-story buildings would destroy the quaint, charming downtown. Preservation and civic pride are still the hallmarks as the city embarks on its 21st century rebirth.

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Å AN ICONIC WEDDING GIFT Entrepreneur J.P. Donnelly built this home in 1893 as a wedding gift for his bride, Annie McDonald Stone.

Donnelly later became Mount Dora’s first mayor in 1910, two years after Annie’s death. The Donnelly House is one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Å BOWL ‘EM OVER The Mount Dora Lawn Bowling Club was founded in 1928, making it Florida’s oldest such club. It’s also the largest USLBA affiliated club in the U.S. with more than 250 members. The game, played with a “bowl” that is flat on the sides, originated in Scotland in the 12th century.

Ç A BEACON FOR HOME The 35-foot tall lighthouse on Grantham Point was built in 1988 with donations from civic groups. Local legend says a city official’s wife wanted the lighthouse built because he frequently came home late from fishing on Lake Dora. First-time visitors often think the lighthouse is just decorative; however, it is actually registered as Florida’s only inland navigational aid.

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Put on your walking shoes, or climb aboard a Segway, and rediscover some of Mount Dora’s enduring highlights.

A WINTER RETREAT Mount Dora owes much of its early development to Alexander House, which opened in 1883 with 10 rooms. Northern residents often arrived by boat and stayed for months before returning home. By the late 1880s, tourists arrived by train, and in 1893, the hotel became The Lake House. It was renamed Lakeside Inn 10 years laterV. In 1930, President and Mrs. Calvin Coolidge came for a five-week visit.

Other famous guests included Henry Ford, Thomas Edison, and President Dwight D. Eisenhower.

MORE SCOTTISH TIES Forres, Scotland, has been Mount Dora’s sister city since 1990. In November, Mount Dora will celebrate the partnership at the annual Night for the Scot fundraiser and will host its inaugural Scottish Highland Games.

HIGHWAY AROUND TOWN Have you ever wondered why U.S. Highway 441 looks like a horseshoe around Mount Dora?

Richard Edgerton, owner of the historic Lakeside Inn from 1935 to 1980, heard in the late 1950s that the highway was going to be re-routed right through the center of Mount Dora. “He was smart enough to realize it would destroy the town’s charm,” says Gary McKechnie, Mount Dora resident and author. “He did some ‘horse-trading’ in Tallahassee and was instrumental in getting the highway rerouted around Mount Dora instead of through it.”

LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION It’s just a coincidence but the 1981 movie Honky Tonk Freeway was about a small Florida town that was afraid a highway was going to bypass it. The satire by John Schlesinger was partially filmed in Mount Dora, where the buildings were painted pink for the movie. The most memorable scene of the movie (which only lasted about a week in theaters) was an Indian elephant named Bubbles who learned how to water ski on Lake Dora.

ALAS, ANOTHER FICTIONAL SETTING The town of Fort Repose in the 1959 apocalyptic novel Alas, Babylon was based on Mount Dora. Written

by Pat Frank, the book deals with the effects of nuclear war on a small town where residents refuse to leave. The book consistently ranks among Amazon’s Top 20 Science Fiction Short Stories list.

WALK DOWN MEMORY LANE Poking around Mount Dora’s antique shops and Renninger’s Antique Center are enjoyable pastimes for many visitors. There are the traditional shops, and then there is Uncle Al’s Time Capsule. “Uncle Al” Wittnebert has filled his Fourth Avenue shop with Hollywood memories and collectibles that Baby Boomers can’t resist touching. Pick up a Roy Rogers lunchbox or an autographed Beatles picture. Or how about that Star Wars poster? After all, the fun part of antiquing is reminiscing about the things you broke or lost as a child and how they are now collectibles… and valuable.

AND SPEAKING OF TIME CAPSULES Where will you be in March 2030? If you are near Mount Dora, you can see what a time capsule buried in Donnelly Park contains.

The capsule will be opened to mark the 120th anniversary of the date the city was incorporated — March 25, 1910. City leaders and residents filled the 24-by68-inch vault with photographs, flags, books, memorabilia, and personal messages during the city’s centennial celebrations in 2010.

PLANNING AHEAD Despite hard economic times during the late 1920s, a group of citizens raised funds to build the Mount Dora Community Building, which opened in 1929 with a seat for every one of Mount Dora’s 800 residents. Architects of the Mediterranean Revivalstyle structure were already thinking about the future. They designed the building so that it could be expanded to the rear without spoiling the proportion.

A $3.1 million expansion was completed in 2010, again with funds raised by citizens. The building serves as the city’s primary performance and meeting venue.

A CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION The Mount Dora Yacht Club became the first inland waterways yacht club in Florida on October 11, 1913, when it received its charter signed by Governor Park Trammel.

Today, the club has 95 members and will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a gala on Oct. 11th.

PARKS, PARKS, PARKS Mount Dora is known as a festival city, but maybe it should be called a park city, too. With 12 major parks and eight minor ones, there is no shortage of green space. One of the newest highlights is a rebuilt boardwalk leading to Palm Island, an eightacre nature preserve located at the end of Liberty Avenue.

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It’s getting hotter…

Alligators sunbathing in shallow waters.

Electric bills on the rise.

Ice cream flying off the shelves.

Summertime in Florida means weather guaranteed to melt the ice in your sweet tea, but here at Akers, we are about to turn it up just a few more degrees. As we told you in last month’s issue, we are going to unveil our inaugural Hot List, a compilation of everything that’s sizzling in Lake and Sumter counties. We’re bringing you every category imaginable — from the hottest people and professionals to the hottest places to shop ‘til you drop.

Last month, we asked you to cast your nominations. To say

hotpeople HAIR STYLE B.E. Thompson Cheryl Kozak Anthony Chiocchi

PERSONAL STYLE

COUPLE Gus & Laurie Grizzard Marc & Cheryl Kozak Curtis & Joan Deanffle

hotpros STYLIST

Jill Baker Kristi Juliano B.E. Thompson

John Robinson Annette Frederick Anthony Chiocchi

SMILE

MASSAGE THERAPIST

Mandy Hamilton B.E. Thompson Kristi Juliano

Tracy Zito Linda Ryan Shannon Reeder

EYES

BARTENDER

Dr. Rick Vihlein Amanda Wells B.E. Thompson

Michael at Pisces Rising Stevie at Two Old Hags Chad at Magnolia’s Oyster Bar & Café

PERSONALITY

FOOD SERVER

Freddy Williams B.E. Thompson Michelle Girard Smith

Michelle at Vic’s Embers Justin at Hurricane Dockside Grill Jeff at Olive Garden, Clermont

MOM

CHEF

Dianne Venetta Kayli Tasker Michelle Marschal

Curtis Dean at Chef Curtis’ Creations Jessica Flinn at Gourmet Today Alex Gandia at Pisces Rising

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we are thrilled with the overwhelming response would be an understatement! More than 300 people took the time to list what they feel are the hottest people, places, and events in Lake and Sumter counties.

Now, we have one more favor to ask of you. With the nominations in place, we want you to visit our website (www.lakeandsumterstyle.com) and cast your votes for the hottest of the hot in each category. The winners will be revealed in August.

So break out those ice packs and mix yourself a cold drink because we’re going to show you just why Lake and Sumter counties are red-hot!

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Al Cardiello at Omni Fitness John Blake at Anytime Fitness

REALTOR Gus Grizzard at ERA/Tom Grizzard Realty Kevin Branch at Re/Max Premier Realty Mark Dyer at Black Tie Real Estate

VOLUNTEER B.E. Thompson William Gottschalk Richard Thomas

BUILDER Charlie Johnson Builders Kevco Builders Emmett Sapp Builders

HEALTHCARE PROVIDER LifeStream Behavioral Center MESOS Dr. James W. Young III

DENTIST Susan Glenn Caddell, DDS Christopher F. Lundsford, DMD Wade Winker, DDS

TEACHER Linda Wright at Carver Middle School Kayli Tasker at Treadway Elementary School Terri Pfister at Eustis Elementary School

COACH Sheldon Walker at First Academy, Leesburg Wayne Lockett at Eustis High School Nelson Menendez at The Villages Charter School

HIGH SCHOOL MASCOT

LAKE FOR FISHING

BURGERS

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Five Guys Burgers and Fries Ramshackle’s Café, Leesburg O’Shuck’s Oyster Bar & Grill, Wildwood

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Doug Hays Marc Kozak Ann Osborne

Lake Harris Lake David Lake Weir

POLICEMAN Stoney Lubins, Tavares PD Kyle Moore, Leesburg PD Karen Lovelace, Lake County Sheriff’s Office

Vic’s Embers, Leesburg Outback Steakhouse Longhorn’s Steakhouse

WINGS BOATING Lake Harris Lake Panasoffkee Lake Dora

FIREMAN

Cousin Vinnie’s Family Sports Restaurant, Leesburg Ramshackle’s Café, Leesburg Gator’s Dockside, The Villages

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Emogene Stegall Marlene O’Toole Jay Hurley

hotplaces GUYS’ NIGHT OUT World of Beer, Clermont O’Keefe’s Irish Pub & Restaurant, Tavares Hurricane Dockside Grill, Tavares

GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT Wine Cellars Uncorked, Eustis Vitality Wellness & Aesthetics, Lady Lake Olivia’s Coffeehouse, Eustis

DATE NIGHT Wine Cellars Uncorked, Eustis Pisces Rising, Mount Dora

FAMILY NIGHT High Five Frozen Yogurt Food Truck & Movie Night, Leesburg Cousin Vinnie’s Family Sports Restaurant, Leesburg

hotwater spots BOAT RAMP Venetian Gardens, Leesburg Hickory Point Recreational Facility, Tavares Wooton Park, Tavares

Babette’s Furniture & Home Shoppe, Leesburg Anchor Design Center, The Villages Bargains and Treasures, The Villages

High Five Frozen Yogurt Cotillion Southern Café, Wildwood City Fire American Oven & Bar, The Villages

CLOTHES

COCKTAILS

Trueman’s Fine Men’s Clothing, Leesburg Kohl’s, Lady Lake Frugals Vintage Boutique, Mount Dora

Vic’s Embers, Leesburg City Fire American Oven & Bar, The Villages O’Keefe’s Irish Pub & Restaurant, Tavares

AUTOMOBILES

COFFEE

Vann Gannaway Chevrolet, Eustis George Nahas Chevrolet, Wildwood Plaza Cadillac, Leesburg

Village Coffee Pot, Mount Dora Olivia’s Coffeehouse, Eustis Mount Dora Coffeehouse & Bistro, Mount Dora

JEWELRY

SWEET TEA

Gold in Art Jewelers, Leesburg and Mount Dora Arden’s Fine Jewelry, The Villages Hoity-Toity Mercantile, Tavares

PET ITEMS Piglet’s Pantry, Mount Dora The Green K9, Mount Dora Karen’s Canine Kitchen & Pawtique, Leesburg rg

hotplaces to eat+drink SUSHI Kiku Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi, Eustis Thai Jasmine & Sushi House, Tavares Sakura, The Villages

Sonny’s BBQ The Mason Jar, Umatilla McDonalds

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I have a thyroid nodule. Is this dangerous?

Thyroid nodules are very common, especially as you get older. If the nodule is larger than 1.0 centimeters (about half an inch), further diagnostic studies need to be done. Although thyroid scans can tell whether the nodule is overworking, the most useful study is a fine needle aspiration, or an FNA. A radiologist using an ultrasound machine usually performs the procedure.

Once the cells are obtained, the pathologist interprets them. Fortunately, most nodules are benign and only need to be followed with serial ultrasounds. If the cells return as malignant, thyroid surgery is usually recommended.

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What is recovery like following a rhinoplasty (surgery of the nose)?

Rhinoplasty may be cosmetic or functional. Quite often, it may be both since form and function go hand-in-hand. After rhinoplasty surgery, it typically takes one to two weeks before the patient can return to work. The most common complaint after rhinoplasty is nasal congestion. Postoperative pain is not usually a problem. If you are having problems breathing through your nose, schedule an appointment for a thorough exam and we can discuss the options that apply to your situation.

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NEW THIS AUGUST! The pages of our magazine come to life to showcase the best that Lake and Sumter have to offer.

WRITTEN BY SHEMIR WILES

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ust when you thought things couldn’t get any bigger at Lake & Sumter Style, we are bringing our award-winning publication to life with the launch of “Style TV.” Each month we will focus on the people, places, and events that make Lake and Sumter a great place to live, work, and play.

In many ways, “Style TV” represents our coveted Lake & Sumter Style magazine. For several years, Akers Media Group has brainstormed how to bring a great video component to the magazine and provide additional in-depth content that mirrors what you see every month in Style. With the introduction of “Style TV,” we will be breaking free from the boundaries of print and placing you directly in all the action.

Nevertheless, viewers can still expect to see many of our favorite articles and sections brought to the small screen for your viewing pleasure.

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Kendra Akers (left), publisher of Lake & Sumter Style, proudly introduces the host of “Style TV,” Tori Petry.

Tori (right) was born and raised in Marion County and currently attends the University of Florida, where she is pursuing a degree in telecommunication news. In addition to “Style TV,” Tori works as a sports anchorwoman and reporter at WUFT-TV in Gainesville covering Gator football. She is also currently Miss Marion County USA 2014 and will represent her home county at the Miss Florida USA competition this July for a chance to represent the state at Miss USA. At home, Tori enjoys wakeboarding and jet skiing with her family at their Lake Weir home.

“‘Style TV’ isn’t separate from the magazine,” says Kendra Akers, president of Akers Media Group.

“In fact, it is a reflection of the magazine, but still different enough to bring you exclusive content not found in our print product.”

With the aim to feature positive, uplifting information in an entertaining, engaging format, “Style TV” fills the void of hyperlocal programming in the local television market.

“I love Lake County. I’ve lived here for many, many years.

However, the one thing I notice is a lack of local television content that really shows off what we have here as a community,”

Kendra says. “That is a hole we are certainly looking to fill with ‘Style TV.’ Every episode will focus solely on this area and this area alone.

We want to become the show you tune in to so you know what’s going on in your backyard.”

During our 30-minute program, “Style TV” will give you unrestricted access to a different, more trendy side of Lake and Sumter counties. Want the full experience of what is happening in and around the community?

Our “Social Style” correspondent Tina Morrison will be there to experience it with you in person and capture it all on video. Be sure to look out for her with the “Style TV” team at local events

throughout Lake and Sumter counties.

We will also have special recipes and culinary ideas with “In the Kitchen,” but you never know where our kitchen will be. It could be outside, on the water, in a home, or at a restaurant. You’ll just have to watch and see.

“Style TV” will also be available on a variety of media platforms.

Aside from being broadcast locally on Comcast and Bright House

Networks, it will be available to watch anytime, anywhere on our YouTube channel and on our online Lake & Sumter Style website (www.lakeandsumterstyle.com).

“We’re super excited about launching ‘Style TV.’ We guarantee it will be like nothing you’ve ever seen before,” says Kendra. “And just like we love being here to entertain our readers, we’re also looking forward to entertaining you, our viewers.”

“… it is a reflection of the magazine, but still different enough to bring you exclusive content not found in our print product.”

— KENDRA AKERS

Meet the Style TV Team

Marc

Tina

Alyson

Nikko

Jana

Marc Rice is an awardwinning video producer with more than 14 years’ experience in the television broadcasting industry. At “Style TV,” he serves as the executive producer. Professionally, he has worked as a photojournalist for WESH-TV, NBC News Channel, and WKMGTV in Orlando.

Marc’s work has been recognized by organizations such as the Florida Associated Press and the National Press Photographer’s Association (NPPA). He also was the recipient of two regional Emmy Awards.

Marc lives in Central Florida with his wife and their three beautiful children.

Tina Morrison was born and raised in Lake County and attended Leesburg High School and Lake-Sumter State College. In addition to being the social correspondent for “Style TV,” Tina is the editorial director and community relations liaison at Akers Media Group.

Tina will be finishing her degree through Lake-Sumter State College with a focus in organizational management. In her spare time, Tina enjoys boating, traveling, baking, and spending time with her husband Daniel, their fur-baby Beau, and her family.

Alyson Rogers is a correspondent with a vivacious, energetic personality. Her passion for on-camera broadcasting began in high school with four years of television production.

Alyson attained her bachelor’s and master’s degree in education from Florida State University and worked for two years as a middle school teacher before moving back home to Ocala. Alyson credits her classroom experience for her at-ease feeling in front of the camera.

She is excited to be a part of the “Style TV” team and happy to be living back in Ocala.

Nikko Tan is a sophomore at the University of Florida, where he studying telecommunication news and pre-medical.

He graduated from the IB program at Vanguard High School where he served as the head sports producer for the school’s nationally recognized broadcast morning show “Knightly News” for three years. He has received numerous national awards from the Student Television Network for his work.

When Nikko is not watching episodes of “The Office” on Netflix, he enjoys running, playing table tennis with friends, and learning how to play the guitar.

Jana Wheeler comes to “Style TV” with four years of experience in digital media and broadcast production.

She has been nationally recognized several times for team productions at the Student Television Network national convention. As a correspondent for “Style TV,” Jana loves meeting new people and spends most of her production time in front of the camera, though she also likes to lend a hand “behind the scenes.” In her spare time, Jana loves traveling around Florida with her friends, relaxing on the east coast, and spending time with her parents.

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HOT TOPICS

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Discussion includes: Unique challenges women investors face and how to overcome them, what you should know about your investments before you lose a spouse, and strategies for leaving a legacy to your children and grandchildren.

HUSBANDS WELCOME! Steps you need to take to protect your wife in case you predecease her. Presented by Gary Marriage, Jr., CEO/Owner Nature Coast Financial.

Tuesday, July 16th • 2:30 PM HEALTH BENEFITS OF MASSAGE THERAPY

Learn the differences between a swedish massage, comfort touch, manual lympathic drainage and chair massage. Learn what each modality focuses on, the techniques used and how each benefits your health. A 5 to 10 minute chair massage will be offered following the discussion. Presented by Carolyn Phillips, Licensed Massage Therapist.

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Learn how to qualify for the Aid & Attendance Pension Benefit from the Veterans Administration. You may be entitled to as much as $24,648 in tax-free money per year. This is valuable information and a presentation you will not want to miss.

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“Men no longer need to suffer from frequent urination because they are getting older,” says Dr. James Young, a down-toearth urologist with thirty-one years of experience in treating men with prostate problems in Lake County. Although the cause of these symptoms is most likely an enlarging prostate (BPH), a normal part of the aging process in men, treatment options are more numerous and less invasive than those offered to our fathers and grandfathers.

Years ago there were two options for treating an enlarged prostate: surgical excision via an open operation (knife) or much more commonly by performing a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), commonly referred to as a “roto-rooter” by patients and physicians. Both required hospitalization as well as major anesthesia and could be fraught with complications such as bleeding, infection, loss of bladder control and even death.

“In my career I have performed over 3,000 TURPs; however, I no longer perform any,” says Dr. Young. “There are presently too many excellent alternatives to consider a hospital operation for the vast majority of patients with BPH.” “When I see a new patient I perform a physical examination and properly evaluate the patient’s symptoms, thus diagnosing the underlying problem(s),” he says.

“Next, I describe to the patient what’s normal and then explain what is abnormal with him. Lastly, I teach him his treatment options. If I’ve done a good job of teaching, he will select the correct option for himself.”

While prescribing medications for BPH

can be done by primary care physicians, only urologists are trained to thoroughly evaluate the bladder and prostate (including ruling out prostate cancer), as well as providing extremely effective minimally invasive, office-based therapies as alternatives to lifelong medical therapy.

One such option is Prostiva-RF Therapy, a procedure performed by Dr. Young in his office under local anesthesia that usually takes less than thirty minutes. Prostiva utilizes low level radiofrequency energy to ablate (destroy) the obstructing component of the enlarged prostate. “I am very happy with the results I have achieved for my patients using Prostiva-RF Therapy,” says Dr. Young, who has successfully treated more than 1,200 patients with this procedure. “Medtronic is a $13 billiona-year, publicly traded corporation that perfected the technology for Prostiva and produces the necessary hardware. Recently, Medtronic produced an educational DVD for international distribution to inform patients and physicians worldwide regarding the benefits of Prostiva therapy. Seven of the eight patients featured on the DVD are my patients. I am very proud Medtronic selected my practice to feature the benefits of Prostiva-RF Therapy. However it is sort of a bad news/good news thing. The bad news is neither my patients nor myself received a penny for our participation. The good news is Medtronic gave us all the DVD’s we want, so if anyone wants one all he needs to do is drop by my office at 801 Northshore Drive in Eustis, and we will give him one!”

And with an office staff with nearly as much experience as the doctor, (many have worked with Dr. Young more than twenty

years) you don’t spend a great deal of time waiting to see him. “We pride ourselves in being timely in seeing our patients. We respect our patient’s time as much as we do our own,” adds Dr. Young. “Patients appreciate this; many of our patients tell me I have the best office staff on the planet. I consider that a huge compliment.”

So if you are getting up at night and can’t get back to sleep because you are thinking about what may be wrong with you, it’s time to check in with Dr. Young and have him check you out.

“Many men accept frequent bladder urges as part of aging. And while it is part of the aging process, it’s not like death and taxes. There is something you can do about it,” he says.

JAMES W. YOUNG III, M.D. Board Certified Urologist Practicing in Lake County for over 31 years with extensive experience in evaluation and management of prostate problems.

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Irie eats

The intense flavors of spicy jerk chicken or tender curry goat are enough to set any food lover’s taste buds on fire in a good way. Caribbean food is a fusion of bold and unique tastes and spices with common island ingredients that make for a captivating culinary experience.

In recent years, the popularity of Caribbean has skyrocketed as more and more people opt to diversify their palates and explore the Caribbean’s culinary traditions. Caribbean cooking is hard to define because every island — and even the individual regions on an island — have distinctive styles and cooking techniques. The Caribbean, as a whole, has served as a virtual melting pot of various cultures — Spanish, French, West African, East Indian, Lebanese, and Chinese to name a few. As diverse as the culture may be, the cuisine brings people together whether they are from Trinidad, Tobago, Jamaica or Puerto Rico. The food is the cornerstone of any social function.

When I think of good times and family get-togethers from my childhood, I can’t help but reminisce about the intoxicating smells and tastes of Caribbean cooking, courtesy of my father’s Jamaican heritage. Whether it was a special occasion or just an excuse to party, food was always a vital part of the celebration.

My aunt always said a party wasn’t a true party without good food and plenty to drink, so the menu was always the first thing we planned — even before we discussed the guest list.

“Back home, food was always the center of socializing. It was an essential part of daily living in Jamaica,” says Valerie Bray, a Clermont resident and a member of the Caribbean American Association of Lake County.

TASTE OF ISLAND LIFE In June, the Caribbean American Association of Lake County held its second annual Taste of the Caribbean & Jerk Festival at Waterfront Park in Clermont.

The 55-member charity organization is known for mentoring the community’s youth and providing scholarships to deserving students while also fostering cultural awareness throughout Lake County.

“We do a lot of fundraising, so we wanted to create an event that would not only help us give back to the community but also would allow residents to experience the Caribbean,” says Valerie.

At the festival, attendees had the opportunity to partake

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in the Caribbean tradition of food and celebration by enjoying live entertainment and sampling a wide variety of traditional Caribbean fare. Not wanting to miss an opportunity to celebrate a part of my heritage, I gathered some friends and family and headed to Clermont for the festival.

After cooling off with a generous helping of fresh-shaved ice topped with sweet piña colada syrup, I grabbed a bite of my all-time favorite Jamaican dish: curry goat. Many people believe curry goat is a common dish eaten regularly in Jamaica, but Valerie explains it is actually more of a treat than a staple.

“Curry goat was not something we ate regularly,” says Valerie, who grew up in Kingston before leaving the island in the 1960s. “Traditionally, it was for large gatherings because an entire goat is slaughtered and every part of the goat is used.”

More common dishes included stew peas and rice and soups made with beef, chicken, or red peas, which Valerie says were typical Saturday meals. At the end of the week, dinners were more economical with dishes such as corned beef and cabbage with rice.

Sunday, however, was always the largest meal of the week. “We would always get a chicken from outside, slaughter it, and then pick the feathers before cooking it,” Valerie says.” “My brother’s job was to kill the chicken and put the wash pan over it. My job was to stand on the wash pan to make sure the chicken wouldn’t fly away if it were still alive. Then we poured hot water over it, plucked the feathers, cooked it and served it with rice and peas and a salad.”

COOKING IN THE COUNTRY Aside from killing chicken or the occasional goat, Valerie says her family enjoyed the modern convenience of supermarkets in the capital city of Kingston.

“Every Saturday, we would go to the market and haggle for the right price,” she says.

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families. In the country, Clermont resident Imogene Williams says it was imperative for people to be self-sufficient by raising and growing their own food.

“Mom raised chickens, my father had cows, and we planted yams, tomatoes, breadfruit, and oranges,” she says. “We also raised pigs and goats. We didn’t realize how rich we really were because we had an abundance of food that we all grew ourselves.”

Imogene, also a member of the Caribbean American Association of Lake County, lived in the mountain area of Manchester Parish, located on the west-central side of Jamaica, for 12 years. Life was primitive in the sense that contemporary amenities like refrigerators and stoves weren’t available.

Instead, food was cooked over a fire and food was stored in the buttery, or what we refer to as a pantry. As for saving leftover meat, Imogene says her mother would pickle it to preserve it.

After leaving home to attend school in Kingston, Imogene says it was the first time she experienced shopping in an actual market. “It was strange for me to see people buying food, because when I was growing up, if we needed something, we would just pick what we wanted,” she says. “Looking back on it, we didn’t have much, but it never bothered us. You can’t miss what you never had or even knew existed.”

And while both Imogene and Valerie grew up in different ways on the same island, they still share one commonality: a love for Caribbean food and a deep appreciation for its social significance to the Caribbean culture. That passion is what the Caribbean American Association of Lake County strives to bring to the forefront every year at its food festival. It’s more than just eating; it’s a way to reconnect with one’s roots and enjoy the fellowship that comes along with every celebration.

“Our goal is to eventually make this a two-day event and have people from all over the country travel to Clermont to enjoy this weekend with us,” Valerie says.

“Not everyone is fortunate enough to be able to travel to the Caribbean. Therefore, if you can’t fly to it, we can at least have it come to you and you can have a taste of it right here in your backyard.”

GET JERKED Jamaica may be known for its great music, beautiful beaches, and welcoming people. But nothing resonates with people outside the Caribbean more than this picturesque island’s delectable cuisine.

Most notable of its dishes is Jamaican Jerk, a style of cooking that involves rubbing meat with an array of piquant spices and allowing it to marinate overnight for the right amount of flavor.

Jessica Green, who ran the JG Jerk & Grill food station at the Taste of the Caribbean & Jerk Festival, says the key to good jerk is blending the seasonings just right for the best tang without too much heat. Originally from the island nation of Antigua, Green began cooking jerk after marrying her Jamaican husband 20 years ago. While she admits many people like their jerk extremely spicy, Green says she likes to blend her jerk with other ingredients to come up with winning combinations that are both flavorful and palatable by most people. “I like to add other things like pineapple to give it a sweet and sour taste. I’ll also add honey barbecue or teriyaki to give it a sweetness,” she says. “Everyone has a different way of making their jerk. Not everyone likes just hot and spicy.”

While jerk is traditionally applied to chicken and pork, it can also be used on fish, shrimp, beef, shellfish, and lamb.

To add jerk to your meats at home, try this authentic recipe:

Jerk Chicken Yield: 4 servings

INGREDIENTS: 3 pounds chicken breasts 2 sliced scotch bonnet or habanero peppers, chopped with seeds 8 garlic cloves, chopped 3 medium onions, chopped 1 tablespoon dried thyme or 2 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves 2 teaspoons ground black pepper 2 teaspoons molasses 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar 2 teaspoons salt 2 tablespoons ground allspice 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1/2 cup olive oil 1/2 cup soy sauce 1/2 cup lime juice 1 cup white vinegar (or malt vinegar)

NOTE: Scotch bonnet and habanero peppers can cause extreme pain if they come in contact with your eyes, skin, tongue, or any other sensitive area. Wear protective gloves while handling the peppers and jerk sauce.

DIRECTIONS: 1.

Chop the onions, garlic, and peppers.

Blend all ingredients (except the chicken) in a blender until mostly smooth.

2.

Place chicken in a large baking dish. Add the sauce to the chicken breasts and coat thoroughly. Marinade overnight. Reserve some sauce for basting later.

3.

To bake, set the oven at 350 degrees and cook the chicken for 30 minutes. Turn the meat and bake an additional 30 minutes, or until the juices run clear when pierced with a knife. To grill, preheat the grill to medium high. Slowly cook, while turning regularly, until the chicken is cooked, or the breasts’ internal temperature reaches 165 to 170 degrees. Baste with remaining sauce while cooking. For best results, cook over a charcoal barbecue (ideally over a rack of pimento wood).

Recipe adapted from www. jamaicatravelandculture.com

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Source: Wine Enthusiast magazine, www.winemag.com/wine101/glossary (Accessed May 17, 2013)

Some things — like friendly smiles and good wine — transcend language. Nothing was lost in translation at a wine tasting in a bodega in Spain’s Castile La Mancha.

“Wine is the most civilized thing in the world,” said Ernest Hemingway, who must have been in Spain when he made that proclamation.

It also opens doors to new friendships as I learned at a wine tasting where everyone spoke Spanish.

I had read about the contemporary winery, Bodegas Real, in a guide book about Spain and planned a visit at one of the two times listed for wine tours. When my travel companions and I arrived, however, we learned the winery only offered one tour a day, and it was well underway. As a group of well-dressed Spaniards exited the production area and headed toward a sleek, modern complex of buildings, the leader asked me in English if she could help. Llanos Mateo Moro, who heads Enoturismo for Bodegas Real, was not the least bit perplexed

by Americans who had shown up unannounced. Rather, she invited us to join the group’s private wine tasting although — as she explained — it would be conducted in Spanish for the group who had made reservations.

In Bodega Real’s second floor tasting room, everyone shuffled chairs closer together to make space for the four American interlopers. A wine tasting in Spain is truly an educational event. There is no slinging back the glass for a hasty swallow. It was a civilized forum where Llanos led us through a detailed worksheet that even included a diagram of a tongue.

We tasted two wines: a white Macabeo 2012, similar to a Sauvignon Blanc, and a 2010 Vega Ibor Tempranillo. We began with the white and closely looked at its appearance. The Spanish words claridad and intensidad were similar to our own wine tasting terms for clarity and intensity.

Next came the nariz, or nose, and we were looking for the caracter frutal, or fruit characteristics. Finally, after what seemed like a long few minutes of discussion in both Spanish and English, we were allowed to taste the wine. On the worksheet, we recognized the terms tanino, dulzor, and acidez as tannins, sweetness, and acidity — words most often used in our own wine tastings.

The seriousness gave way to lots of laughter, though, as we tried to describe the flavors we were getting. Luckily, a young Spanish woman sitting next to us helped translate our thoughts to the group.

Maria Ortiz, a Harvard-educated researcher and her husband, Jose, had driven from Madrid to visit Bodega Real and were delighted for an opportunity to practice their English. As we finished the formal tasting, we headed to Bodegas Real’s elegant dining room, where the couple joined us for late lunch. We ate beef and pork tapas and pheasant salad as we discussed Florida’s Spanish roots, authentic cuisines, and even Spain’s economic woes. Though, most of all, we shared smiles, laughter, and another bottle of Tempranillo.

UNIVERSAL WINE TERMS If you are going to a wine tasting — in any country — these definitions from Wine Enthusiast magazine are good to know: ACIDITY- A naturally occurring component of every wine and a key element to a wine’s longevity. Acidity determines if a wine is balanced.

BODY- The impression of weight on one’s palate.

It can be light, medium, or full.

CLARITY OR OPACITY- The translucence or opaqueness of the wine. Notice if the wine is dull or brilliant, cloudy or clear.

COLOR- A key determinant of a wine’s age and quality; white wines grow darker in color as they age while red wines turn brownish orange.

DRY- A wine containing no more than 0.2 percent unfermented sugar.

NOSE- The wine’s aromas or bouquet.

OAKY- A term used to describe woody aromas and flavors. Oaky wines often have notes of butter, popcorn, and toast.

TANNINS- Phenolic compounds, found primarily in grape skins and pits, can be astringent and provide structure to a wine.

VARIETAL- A wine made from just one grape type and named after that grape.

FINISH- How long the flavor impression lasts after the wine is swallowed.

About the writer Living in Italy was the catalyst for Mary Ann DeSantis to understand more about wine, and she now enjoys sharing what she’s learned. Since 2010, “Salute” has covered topics for oenophiles of all levels — from novice wine drinkers to experienced connoisseurs. The column received a 2012 Florida Press Club Excellence in Journalism Award for Commentary. july2013

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Cupcake Time Café In a world where it feels like quick and healthy food is hard to come by, Cupcake Time Café in downtown, historic Leesburg breaks the mold by selling delicious and nutritious lunch options guaranteed to satisfy.

Don Folker and his wife, Terri, originally opened the business two years ago. The decision to open a restaurant came after the downturned economy took a toll on the construction industry, which dealt a heavy blow to Don who worked as an electrician for several years.

“I wanted to do something else, so my wife said, ‘why don’t you make cupcakes?’” he says. “I was able to get into this space relatively cheap, and since most of the equipment I needed was here already, I was able to get started fairly quickly.”

After a couple of years of just selling gourmetstyle cupcakes, Don decided two months ago to expand the business to include a lunch menu that features signature salads and wraps, sandwiches (an authentic Cuban and a quarter-pound, all-beef Nathan hot dog), and a soup of the day.

Don and his son, Matt, run the day-to-day operations of Cupcake Time Café. They strive every day to provide food that it fast, fresh, and flavorful.

“Everything is fresh, and we cut it up ourselves,” Don says. “We make salads to order so when you come to pick it up, it’s still crisp.”

After looking over the menu a bit, I decided to try the Cuban and the fresh-made Cobb salad with roasted turkey. Matt explained to me the bread for the Cubans come from a well-established Ybor City bakery in Tampa.

And you know it’s authentic because only true Cuban bread comes with a palm frond baked on the top, which holds in moisture and creates the signature crease down the middle of the loaf. “A lot of people don’t know that,” Don says. They also season and roast their own pork loin for the sandwich.

While Don pressed my sandwich, I watched Matt put together my salad, which he also tossed for me before putting it on a plate. Matt says he does it for all the salads (unless some-

one requests not to have it tossed or it’s to-go) so all the veggies, toppings, meat, and salad dressing will be mixed perfectly.

The hearty-sized salad was crisp, green, and scrumptious. While most Cobb salads I have tried come bogged down with fatty, creamy dressings, Cupcake Time’s Cobb is light and refreshing because it’s dressed with tangy balsamic vinaigrette.

While enjoying my salad, Don brought out my Cuban sandwich. Not wanting it to grow cold, I switched gears and took a bite of the Cuban. The bread was phenomenal. It had the right amount of crunch expected from a pressed sandwich, but the bread wasn’t hard and stiff.

It was still soft enough to eat with no worries about cutting the roof of my mouth. Both the pork and ham were delectable, and of course, a Cuban wouldn’t be a Cuban without the Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard, which all married well for an impressive array of yummy flavors.

Overall, it was a savory and truly genuine Cuban experience that will most certainly have me returning for more in the future.

Though I was pretty full, I couldn’t leave without having a cupcake from Cupcake Time. It was hard to choose a flavor, but after much debate, I settled on a Toll House cupcake, which was chock full of chocolate chips and pecans. The cupcake was completely tasty and moist. It certainly satisfied my sweet tooth without it being too sweet.

Don has plans to add more sandwiches in the future and to promote the café’s best-kept secret — their yogurt-based smoothies. His hope is to see a steadier stream of customers as word travels about Cupcake Time.

“The local downtown business people have really been our staple, and we thank them for being such steady and loyal customers,” he says. “However, we do want to see new faces and start promoting our lunch menu more.

And as we grow, we can start adding more food items because we are always looking to please our customers and give them as much variety as possible.”

Address: 703 W. Main St., Leesburg, FL 34748

Phone: 352.728.2253 Hours of operation: Tuesday–Friday, 11a.m.–5p.m.; Saturday, 11a.m.–3p.m.

Popular Salads and Wraps: (each $4.75; add $1.25 for chicken, turkey, or ham)

Spring Time: Includes a spring mix of greens, mandarin oranges, strawberries, almonds, sunflower seeds, and light raspberry vinaigrette.

Italian: Includes classic romaine lettuce, onions, green peppers, tomatoes, pepperoncini, mozzarella, and Italian dressing.

Cobb: Includes fresh romaine lettuce, bacon, diced eggs, crumble blue cheese, and balsamic vinaigrette.

Popular desserts: A classic cupcake: $2.50 each for one to five cupcakes; $2.25 each for six to 11 cupcakes; and $2 each for 12 or more cupcakes.

Mini cupcakes (special order): $8 per dozen (must order a minimum of two dozen).

Jumbo cupcakes (special order): $3.75 each (must order a minimum of four).

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Cousin Vinnie’s Family Sports Restaurant Open seven days a week: 11a.m.–9p.m. | Food, Spirits, Music, Sports 10700 U.S. Hwy. 441, Leesburg • 352.253.2442 Cousin Vinnie’s is located on US Hwy. 441 across from Lake Square Mall and Home Depot. Owner “Cousin Vinnie” Vittoria has created a unique atmosphere by combining a Sports Bar with a Family Restaurant.With seating for 100 guests, they can easily accommodate any team or organization. Since opening in July 2008,Vinnie’s has become famous for outstanding food and service! The residents of Lake and Sumter counties have voted them BEST WINGS in 2009 / 2010 / 2011 / & 2012.Vinnie’s family has created 38 unique wing sauces to choose from.They also serve up a perfectly seasoned ½ lb. Burger, Personal Pan Pizzas, Chicken Strips, Shrimp, Calamari, fresh Tuna, Chicken and Shrimp Salads, 15 unbelievable Signature Appetizers, the perfect Ribeye Philly Cheese Steak and many different deep fried Desserts! Tuesday from 4– 8p.m. is “Family Night” when kids 10-and-under eat absolutely free.Wednesday night is “Trivia Night” the fun starts at 6:30p.m. with great prizes given to the top 3 teams.Thursday night is Karaoke Night from 7:00-10:30p.m. Cousin Vinnie’s also offers a very comfortable bar, 7 large plasmas, great music covering many different genres, free Wi-Fi, Golden Tee, an electronic Dart Board, Galaga, Miss Pac-Man, and most importantly… a very enthusiastic staff ready to serve YOU! “I hope to meet your family very soon… it is my goal to exceed your expectations on every visit.” says owner Cousin Vinnie.

The Goblin Market Restaurant & Lounge 331-B Donnelly Street (Rear Alley), Mount Dora 352.735.0059 • www.GoblinMarketRestaurant.com Nestled on a back alley in downtown Mount Dora, the Goblin Market Restaurant has been charming locals and tourists alike since 1996. The restaurant, housed in a renovated warehouse, features three intimate, book-lined dining rooms and a full-service lounge furnished in soothing, muted tones with tasteful modern art. The private, tree-shaded courtyard and garden patio are open year-round for al fresco dining.

Low lighting and “new age” music add the finishing touches to the restaurant’s casual elegance. Owners Vince and Janis Guzinski embrace a simple philosophy of offering the highest-quality products, served in a unique and romantic atmosphere by a personable and attentive staff. The Goblin Market’s wine list and menu represent a refreshing mix of ideas from its culinary team. The diversified origins and background of each member ensure exciting menu offerings and nightly selections.

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Tuesday–Thursday 5–9p.m. Friday–Saturday 5–10p.m.

Sunday 11a.m.–3:30p.m.

Join us for our new “lighter fare” dinner menu, gourmet soups, salads, and sandwiches.Tuesday– Thursday from 3–9p.m. (regular dinner menu also available).

Rusty Fox Steakhouse 649 12th Street, Clermont 352.394.3333 • www.rustyfoxsteakhouse.com If you are looking for a “hidden gem” and something that is family-owned as well, then come on in to the Rusty Fox Steakhouse. Our diverse menu includes a selection of dinner entrees including Angus steaks, slow-roasted prime rib, seafood dishes including shrimp and grits and whole snapper (when available), and chicken dishes such as roasted lemon rosemary chicken and chicken primavera. Our restaurant prides itself on offering house-made fresh sauces, dressings, and soups. Lunch is served daily offering half-pound Angus burgers, prime rib subs, grilled Reubens and much more. Also served daily are lunch and dinner specials, including the extremely popular prime rib dinner special on Sunday, Wednesday and Saturday.

Monday – Saturday: Lunch served 11a.m.–4p.m.

Dinner served 4p.m.–9p.m.

Sunday: Lunch and dinner served 11a.m.–9p.m.

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Hurricane Dockside Grill 3351 W. Burleigh Blvd., Tavares • 352.508.5137 www.hurricanedocksidegrill.com A trip to Hurricane Dockside Grill will undoubtedly captivate your senses. Feast your eyes on the picturesque Dead River, listen to live bands playing on the weekend, and taste the restaurant’s delicious cuisine. The food, which can best be described as a combination of Floridian, the Caribbean, and Key West, includes everything from seafood and steak to burgers. The creative culinary skills of Chef Derrick Haggerty are evident in each unforgettable dish. Diners can choose to eat outside on the deck while enjoying beautiful scenery and fresh air or eat inside the beautifully decorated facility. With twenty-eight boat slips, Hurricane Dockside is easily accessible by boat. Visitors also enjoy playing volleyball on the beach sand volleyball court and others participate in the PlayStation competitions. Don’t forget that the restaurant also serves as a full-service catering and banquet facility.

Hours of Operation: Sunday–Thursday Friday and Saturday

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JB Boondocks 704 S. Lakeshore Blvd., Howey-in-the-Hills 352.324.3600 • www.JBBoondocks.com JB Boondocks is tucked away in a picturesque setting on Little Lake Harris in Howey-in-the-Hills. JB Boondocks is accessible by land, sea, and air via car, motorcycle, boat, or seaplane. With a full bar and a huge outdoor deck overlooking the lake, JB Boondocks makes for the ultimate setting to relax and unwind. The menu offers fresh seafood, steaks, chops, classic Italian dishes, tasty sandwiches, salads, sinfully sweet desserts, and much more. Each Friday night is our famous fish fry, Wednesday night features prime rib and Thursday night is Ladies’ Night. Cocktails from the bar are festive and we have a great selection of beer and wine as well. Situated on five acres on the lake, JB Boondocks is the perfect place for your car, motorcycle, boat, or seaplane club to gather. We have plenty of dock space and parking to accommodate all your needs.

JB BOONDOCKS IS OPEN FOR LUNCH AND DINNER SEVEN DAYS A WEEK. Hours of Operation: Monday 11a.m.–4p.m.,Tuesday–Thursday 11a.m.–9p.m.

Friday 11a.m.–10p.m., Saturday 11a.m.–10p.m., Sunday Noon–8p.m.

Bamboo Bistro 700 North Hwy. 441 (In front of Target), Lady Lake • 352.750.9998 The Villages Bamboo Bistro welcomes you to experience a delightful dining experience with us.

Enjoy an impressive selection of Asian dishes from China, Japan, Vietnam, and Thailand, as well as a full sushi bar. Some of the more popular items include Peking duck, pepper seared filet mignon, the bamboo basil seafood delight, and the Chilean sea bass served in black bean sauce. Of course, there are plenty of other enticing items made with our freshest ingredients, such as the shrimp in lobster sauce, Mongolian beef, and the ever-popular General Tso’s chicken. Noodle soups and noodle dishes are also available, a variety of Asian beers and the extensive selection of wine will complement that perfect meal. Dim Sum Hours: Monday–Saturday 11 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sunday Noon–9 p.m.

HOURS: Monday–Thursday Friday and Saturday Sunday

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T Westons Smokehouse 1210 N. Main Street, Wildwood • 352.748.9378 A dining experience at T Westons Smokehouse in Wildwood will definitely get your taste buds smoking! Owners Tracy and Aileen Smith go above and beyond to ensure guests enjoy a wonderful dining experience and delicious food. The lunch menu, designed to cater to the working class, features an assortment of sandwiches (pulled pork, pulled chicken, and smoked chicken salad, etc.), burgers (bacon cheeseburger, green chili and jack cheese burger, etc.), lunch entrees (smoked chicken, St. Louis-style ribs, etc.), and salad. At dinnertime, the Smiths dim the lights to offer a fine dining experience. The dinner menu includes wonderful selections such as filet mignon, smoked prime rib, a brisket dinner, and St.Louis-style ribs. All meats are smoked over two types of wood — pecan and blackjack oak. The restaurant offers catering, as well as a takeout window for those on the go.

Dine In • Take Out • Delivery • Catering Tuesday–Thursday: 11am–8pm Friday and Saturday: 11am–9pm Closed Sunday and Monday

Toppers Tavern 13605 Del Webb Blvd., Summerfield • 352.307.0261 Located in the Del Webb Spruce Creek’s gated community, Toppers Tavern is part of the Eagle Ridge Golf Club owned by Brown Golf Management. Our menu, created by Chef Jeff Gallo, features pub-style cuisine, including burgers, sandwiches, fish and chips, steak, seafood, and pizza. Come check out our clubhouse and enjoy a relaxing atmosphere with an amazing view of the Eagle Ridge golf course. We also offer bookings for special events and parties both large and small. We look forward to seeing you soon at Toppers Tavern!

Tuesday, Bar and Lounge: 11am–8pm Wednesday–Saturday, full restaurant: 11am–8pm Sunday Brunch: 9am–2pm; Lounge 9am–6pm Closed Monday

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Summertime Shifts Grilling. Ice cream. Picnics. Beaches. This is the best time of the year to live in the Southeast. The sun beckons us to visit one of the many springs and lakes in the state, as well as the ever-popular Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean. On the other hand, we might choose to stay home and relax, spending time with our families so we can appreciate each other and the scenery that makes Central Florida extraordinary.

But while the weather changes to allow us to take delight in the longer days, shorter nights, and refreshing midday rainstorms, our diets tend to change, too. We celebrate the return of summer with outdoor grilling, cooling down with ice cream, and packing baskets for picnics, all of which captures what most of us enjoy during this time of year.

The smells and flavors of summer are bound to make us feel carefree, and our minds need that sense of bliss. But with this change, we want to remain diligent about our health. We must pay attention to the outside of our bodies by shielding our eyes and skin from the glare and heat of the sun. However, we should also remember to care for the invisible parts of our bodies — like our arteries and heart — because as with this month’s health topic, abdominal aortic aneurysms, you may not be able to see what needs your attention.

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Seriously silent: Abdominal aortic aneurysms Like a balloon, the wall of the aorta is quite elastic and can stretch. And like a balloon, it expands and retracts to accommodate the amount of air blown into it, or in this case, the amount of blood passing through the body’s largest blood vessel. This stretching and shrinking is normal, but what happens when the aorta wall becomes weakened with age or by health issues?

When the health of the aortal wall has faded, this blood vessel abnormally expands and swells. (Picture a garden hose with a round bubble along its otherwise sleek form.) This ballooning is called an aneurysm. It most

commonly occurs in the abdominal area, slowing down blood flow to the abdomen, pelvis, and legs. This can cause blood clots to form, break off, and travel from the belly to the legs.

What is important to understand about these abdominal aortic aneurysms is there are a few critical “mysteries.” The actual cause of the ballooning is unknown and can be so severe that the wall can rupture and tear open. And because of its hidden location in the abdomen, the aneurysm may go unnoticed because there are often no symptoms of growth until it tears or blood begins to leak from the blood vessel.

However, while the causes of aneurysms are not fully understood, we do know what makes us more susceptible to them. The fact is these abdominal aortic aneurysms most often occur in smokers, individuals with high cholesterol and blood pressure, males e over the age of 60, and people a. who suffer from emphysema.

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Robert’s at Ease What’s unsettling about an aortic aneurysm is that there are no symptoms. For the past 20 years — since my diagnosis — I have had to rely on yearly checkups and scans to monitor my condition. The fear of the aneurysm bursting was constant. When my wife Betty and I moved here from Rochester in 2007, I was nervous about finding a new cardiologist I could be ‘cozy’ with. I was referred to ICE because my primary care physician noticed my feet were ice cold and purple.

I am big into researching my health care providers.

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STEPPING OUT FOR EDUCATION (JULY 27) Watch six area celebrities strap on their dancing shoes and perform the fox trot, rumba, cha cha, swing, and tango with professional dancers from around the state for a good cause: Lake County Schools. Cocktails begin at 5:30p.m. at Lake Receptions, followed by dinner at 7p.m. and the competition at 8p.m. Seating is limited. The reservation deadline is July 9th. Tickets are $125 per person and include a five-course gourmet meal, wine and beer bar, dancing, and a vote for the star of your choice. For an additional $25 per person, you can upgrade to preferred seating. Call 352.326.1265 for reservations or purchase online at www.eventbrite.com

SUMMER MUSIC SERIES (JULY 6–27) Looking for something special to do with your summer weekend?

Then visit Lakeridge Winery in Clermont from 1 to 4p.m. each Saturday afternoon in July and enjoy live music by the area’s most talented musicians. Lakeridge wine, beer, soft drinks, and a variety of food will be available for purchase, along with complimentary winery tours and tastings. Call 352.394.8627 for information.

STEAM PUNK INDUSTRIAL SHOW (AUGUST 3–4) Grab your top hats and goggles and get ready to experience the hottest trend in steampunk decor. Steampunk is a retro-futuristic vision of the 19th century and the era’s idea of fashion, culture, architectural style, and industrial age furniture. Think Victoria and Albert meets H.G. Wells. The show will be from 9a.m. to 5p.m. at Renninger’s Antique Center, 20651 U.S. 441, Mount Dora. For more information, call 352.383.8393.

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a free hot dog. Call 352.385.4499 for information.

Leesburg’s Fourth of July Celebration (July 4) Cecil Clark Chevrolet presents this annual celebration at Venetian Gardens from 6 to 10p.m. Join us for a fun-filled evening with live entertainment, traditional Fourth of July food, children rides and games, and free baseball.

Also, watch Lake County’s most spectacular fireworks display along the shores of Venetian Cove.

Independence Day Celebration (July 4) Events and activities for Tavares’ holiday extravaganza will take place at Wooton Park, 100 E. Ruby Street. Festivities will begin at 3p.m; the parade will begin at 5p.m on Main and Ruby Streets. Live entertainment, children activities, the splash park, and great food. Fireworks begin at 9p.m., weather permitting. Call 352.742.6176 for information.

July 4th Independence Day Celebration (July 4) Participate in this grand celebration of Independence Day with a parade down Donnelly Street at 10a.m., great food, live music, and fireworks at approximately 9p.m at Gilbert Park. For more information, please call 352.267.2879. Sponsored by the City of Mount Dora, Mount Dora Community Trust, The Daily Commercial, and the Rotary Club of Mount Dora.

Authors in the Park (July 6) Come join this unique opportunity to have a picnic with an author at Gilbert Park in Mount Dora. Ten authors from across Florida will be reading from and discussing their works in a casual picnic setting from 11a.m. to 1p.m.

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Mote-Morris House History and Dig (July 16) Learn about the history of this local landmark. The archaeological dig was performed on the property after the house was moved to its present location.

Featured speakers will be local historian Glorianne Fahs and educator Karen West. The event begins at 2p.m. at the Leesburg Public Library.

Call Carol Anderson at 352.728.9790 for further info.

MUSIC AND THEATRE Hairspray (June 28–July 21) Set in 1960s Baltimore, “pleasantly plump” teenager Tracy Turnblad dreams of dancing on The Corny Collins Show, a local TV dance program. When Tracy wins a role on the show, she becomes an overnight celebrity. She then launches a campaign to integrate the show and find true love all without mussing her hair. Bay Street Players at Historic State Theatre is located at 109 N. Bay St. in downtown Eustis.

Visit www.baystreetplayers.org or call 352.357.7777 for tickets and information.

The 39 Steps (July 7–21) A comedy adapted by Patrick Barlow from the novel by John Buchan and the movie

by Alfred Hitchcock. The story centers on Englishman Richard Hannay, who inadvertently embarks on a chaotic adventure full of narrow escapes after trying to help a female spy. When he wakes up to find her dead in his apartment, he flees from the police and an espionage organization, desperately trying to find the truth. Bay Street Players at Historic State Theatre is located at 109 N. Bay St. in downtown Eustis. Visit www.baystreetplayers.org or call 352.357.7777 for tickets and information.

To have an event considered for Lake & Sumter Style’s Calendar section, please send a short text description (along with a color photo, if possible) 60 days in advance to: email: Calendar@akersmediagroup.com fax: 352.323.8161 mail: Lake & Sumter Style Calendar, P.O. Box 490088, Leesburg, FL 34749

Moonlight and Magnolias (July 12–August 4) It is 1939 in Hollywood and mogul David O. Selznick has just shut down production on the most eagerly anticipated movie in history, Gone with the Wind, scrapping the script and sacking the director. Determined to produce a rewrite in five days, he engages the services of ace script doctor Ben Hecht and the movie’s new director Victor Fleming. With his reputation on the line, Selznick locks the three collaborators in his office and a marathon creative session begins.

Moonlight Players Warehouse Theatre, 732 B W. Montrose St., Clermont.

Call the reservation hotline at 352.319.1116.

Assisted Living: The Musical (July 13) Sex, drugs, and gettin’ old! This critically acclaimed traveling musical comes to Mount Dora. The San Francisco Examiner calls it “lively and wickedly funny!” Do not miss this laugh-out-loud original cabaret show at the Mount Dora Community Building, 520 N. Baker St. Tickets: $15. Find information at www.whattodoinmtdora. com/VMDevents/.

Déjà Vu (July 13) Join ME Dance, Inc., for its season finale at the Garden Theatre. This performance will reflect on the company’s inaugural season and look back at the last five productions. Favorites will be performed once again on the main stage along with a world premiere work titled Déjà Vu. You will not want to miss this! The production is being staged at the Garden Theatre, located at 160 W. Plant St., Winter Garden. For tickets or information, contact the Garden Theatre box office at 407.877.4736 or visit www. gardentheatre.org.

Oliver! (July 19–August 4) Dickens’ timeless characters are brought to life in this ever-popular

story about a boy who dared to ask for more. The sensational score includes Food Glorious Food, Consider Yourself, You’ve Got to Pick-a-Pocket or Two, I’d Do Anything, Oom Pah Pah, As Long As He Needs Me, and several more classics. The Sonnentag Theatre at the IceHouse is located on 1100 N. Unser Street, Mount Dora. For tickets and information, call 352.383.3133, email jean@icehousetheatre.com, or visit www.icehousetheatre.com.

ART/HISTORY EXHIBITS The Pilgrimage (June 14–July 25) The Mount Dora Center for the Arts selected painter Logan Marconi as its featured emerging artist this year, and his works are exhibited in the gallery.

In his paintings, Marconi explores the issues of existence and uncertainty of knowledge in both secular and sacred domains. Mount Dora Center for the Arts, 138 E. Fifth Ave., Mount Dora.

Call: 352.383.0880.

LEMA Permanent Collection (July 5–September 8) This exhibition will highlight award-winning and donated works from the Lake Eustis Museum of Art’s permanent collection. Artists include Henry Sinn, Earl Weydahl, Jr., Hooshang Khorasani, Princess Rashid, Patricia Zalisko, Betty Morris Parker, Robin Maria Pedrero, Donne Bitner, Dina Mack, Brigan Gresh, Stefan Alexandres, Douglas J. Nesbitt, KYLE, Parker Sketch, Cheryl Bogdanowitsch, and others. Lake Eustis Museum of Art, 1 W. Orange Ave., Eustis. Call 352.483.2900 for more information.

Art in the Grove (July 6 and 20) Local artist Kathie Camara will teach art classes on the first and third Saturday mornings of the month at the Showcase of Citrus, 5010 U.S. Highway 27, Clermont. Classes for kids, ages 5–11, will be from 9:30 to 11a.m. and include all materials for a

fee of $20 per child. Preregistration is required. Please contact Kathie Camara at alckathyc@juno.com or 352.241.6407. Also, check out the scheduled classes at www.picturetrail. com/butterflykissesstudio. Click on “Kids Art in the Grove.”

Mount Dora Flow Arts Spin Jam (July 7) Every first Sunday of the month, poi spinners, hoopers, jugglers, slackliners, and others convene from 3 to 7p.m. at Gilbert Park in downtown Mount Dora. This event is open to anyone, whether you are newly interested, a seasoned pro, performer, or a backyard spinner. For information, call 352.735.6545 or email dancefitnesswithjaime@gmail.com.

ONGOING EVENTS Lake-Sumter Computer Society (Thursdays) The Lake-Sumter Computer Society offers free and informative computer seminars weekly on the Leesburg campus of LakeSumter State College when the college is in session. Weekly presentations cover a wide variety of computerrelated subjects. www.lscs.us or call 352.343.4490 Trivia Night (Thursdays) Head to The Wine Den on fourth Avenue in Mount Dora every Thursday night to test your knowledge of music, movies, and sports. Trivia Night is held from 8–10p.m. thewinedenonline.com or 352.735.5594.

Bike Night (Third Thursdays) Bikers, make Al’s Landing on Lake Dora in Tavares your destination every third Thursday of the month. The restaurant offers great live music from 6–10p.m., delicious food, games, and drink specials. 352.742.1113.

Florida Hospital Waterman Monthly Blood Drive (Third Thursdays) Give the gift of life!

Donate blood any third Thursday of the month at the Florida Blood Center at Florida Hospital Waterman in Tavares.

11a.m.–7p.m. 352.742.7020.

Breastfeeding Support Group (First Fridays) This monthly support group is designed to educate new or existing parents about breastfeeding.

The Lake County Health Department’s Women Infant and Children’s office hosts the meetings at 2p.m. at its Umatilla Clinic on Collins Street.

352.771.5566.

Friday Night Street Festival (First Fridays) Visit downtown Eustis every month for this fun-filled street fest.

Three stages bring guests some of the area’s best musical entertainment, and visitors can also check out the downtown shops, restaurants, and art vendors. The event also features a kids’ area and plenty of food vendors with soft drinks, beer, wine, and margaritas.

Admission is free. 6–10p.m.

352.357.8555.

Wine Tasting (First Fridays) The Wine Den at 109 E. 4th Avenue in downtown Mount Dora hosts a wine tasting on the first Friday of every month. 7–9p.m. $20 per person. www.thewinedenonline.com or 352.735.5594.

Movie in the Park (Second Fridays) This is a year-round, family-friendly event. In case of rain, the movie will be shown in the Mount Dora Community Building. Free.

7:45p.m. Donnelly Park, Mount Dora.

352.735.7183.

Ballroom Dance Party (Second Fridays) Spend the first hour of this monthly USA Dance party, 7–7:45p.m., in a group dance lesson, and then partake in general dancing until 10p.m. $8 for USA Dance members, $10 for non-members. Complimentary snacks

and beverages. Leesburg Community Center. 352.293.8709 or 748.3112.

Mount Dora At Nite (Third Fridays) Shop, dine, and enjoy live music in historic Mount Dora during this monthly, after-hours event from 5–8p.m. Each month’s event features a different live band or performer.

352.383.5451.

Leesburg Saturday Morning Market (Saturdays) A multitude of vendors sell produce, plants, flowers, and specialty foods every Saturday from 8a.m.–1p.m. in downtown Leesburg’s town square. leesburgsaturdaymorningmarket.com or 352.365.0053.

Central Florida Dance Club (Saturdays) The Central Florida Dance Club at the Eustis Senior Service Center on Ward Avenue features ballroom dancing and live music every Saturday night from 7:30–10:30pm.

Cost is a $5 donation. dancefla.com or 352.669.1612.

BLAST-Babysitting Lessons and Safety Training (Saturdays) This course was developed by the American Academy of Pediatrics and is geared to ages 10–17. Students learn fire safety, CPR, first aid, diapering, feeding, and other skills from 9:30a.m.–3:30p.m.

Light lunch provided; parents welcome to attend. Community Clubhouse on CR 448 in Tavares. Cost is $45. Preregistration required. 352.267.5592.

Florida Sunshine Opry (Saturdays) Enjoy performances such as ‘50s- and ‘60s-style rock ‘n’ roll and Southern gospel. Ticket prices vary. 7pm. 431 Plaza Drive, Eustis. Call for schedule. fsopry.com or 352.821.0000.

Mote-Morris House Tours (Second and fourth Saturdays) Guided tours of the Mote-Morris

House, listed in the National Register of Historic Places, are available. The two-story house with a four-story tower is located at 1195 W. Magnolia Street in Leesburg. Free. 10a.m.–2p.m.

352.315.1800.

Eustis Classic Car Cruise-In (Fourth Saturdays) Take a stroll down memory lane! Historic downtown Eustis hosts hundreds of classic, antique, and custom vehicles from all over the state for fans to view up close. Great tunes from a disc jockey are included. Door prizes and eight $50 cash prizes are given away each month. Registration and admission are free. 5–9p.m. 352.357.8555.

Paws For Mount Dora (Second Sundays). Discover great places in Mount Dora for you and your pup during this monthly get-together on the “Waggin Trail.” Park at Mt. Dora Sushi & Steak on 3rd Avenue and pick up a map to find out which pet-friendly locations you and your doggie are headed to together to get your card stamped. Once your card is completely stamped, return it to be entered to win prizes. The event runs from 11a.m. to 3p.m. whattodoinmtdora. com or 352.508.4387.

Downtown Clermont Farmers Market (Sundays) Head to Montrose Street in Clermont every Sunday for fresh produce, plants, flowers, seafood, bakery items, jams, and other local goods. 9am–2pm. clermontdowntownpartnership.com or 352.394.8618.

Salvation Army Collection The Salvation Army in Lake and Sumter counties is seeking donations from the public. The organization, which helps the needy locally, is asking for donations of food, basic necessities, money, and time. For more information, call 352.365.0079 in Lake County and 352.568.2284 in Sumter County. july2013

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For information on how you can join our efforts please call 352-326-1265 or visit www.edfoundationlake.com

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Par-tee on the lake Sources: www.visittavares.com/activities/fishing.shtml; www.lillysonthelake.com/clermont_chain_of_lakes.cfm; www.lakecountyfl.gov/ hometown_highlights/fishing_in_lake_county.aspx

WRITTEN BY JAMES COMBS

When Jan Zacharchuk moved to Lake County from St. Petersburg in 2005, she was surprised by the area’s beautiful, pristine lakes.

“Seeing the sunset on Lake Harris for the first time was breathtakingly beautiful,” she says.

To this day, though, she is amazed and disappointed by how underutilized the lakes are.

“Other than fishing, I seldom see people using the lakes for recreational purposes such as skiing, tubing, or just enjoying a boat ride. That drives me crazy.”

As executive director of the Leesburg Area Chamber of Commerce, Jan has thought long and hard about organizing an event that would bring visibility to area lakes. Unfortunately, her ideas never seemed to materialize. She continued swinging, though, and now Jan feels she has hit a hole-in-one.

The Leesburg Area Chamber of Commerce’s inaugural Lake Scramble will be held July 26th at Venetian Gardens.

Avid golfers who have a fear of hitting a ball into the water should not worry. That is actually the objective of this unique on-the-water golf tournament set on the shores of Lake Harris.

Organizers will set up 18 weighted-down “holes” throughout various spots on the lake made out of pool noodles, and floating flags will be placed inside each noodle to help golfers with their accuracy. At each hole, participants will have two chances to hit a biodegradable golf ball into the floating targets. Nine holes are 20 yards from the target, while the remaining holes are at a distance of 40 yards. Volunteer boaters will be stationed at each hole to determine where balls land in the water.

The tees will be set up on wooden bridges, the shoreline, and other locations throughout Venetian Gardens. At each tee, golfers will place their ball on a square artificial grass mat and swing for the target.

Participants can access the tees by riding a golf cart or

walking. Attendees will be allowed to use only two golf clubs, but they will not be intimidated by annoying sand traps.

“You do not have to be a skilled golfer to participate in this event,” Jan says. “I urge everybody to come out for a day of fun. Bring your family, friends, and co-workers because everyone will truly have a wonderful time.”

In addition to golf, members of the Leesburg Area Chamber of Commerce will provide a continental breakfast, food, beer, and water. The after party will include an awards ceremony, live music, and food.

No doubt, Jan is serious about bringing recognition to local lakes. She is advertising the event in various media outlets throughout the East Coast. “I hope this event helps locals and tourists appreciate the abundance of natural beauty that we have in Lake County.” The cost is $50 per player. Tee box sponsorships cost $250. For more information, call 352.787.2131.

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Lake County has more than 1,000 lakes and rivers.

Lake County is home to two unique waterway systems that feature multiple lakes connected by canals and rivers — the Harris Chain of Lakes and the Clermont Chain of Lakes.

Of the nine lakes that are part of the Harris Chain of Lakes, Lake Harris is the largest at 15,087 acres.

Of the 11 lakes that are part of the Clermont Chain of Lakes, Lake Louisa is the largest at 3,634 acres.

During one month in 2005, more than 350 professional and amateur anglers came to Lake County to compete in two separate nationally televised fishing tournaments on the Harris Chain of Lakes.

Clermont Waterfront Park on Lake Minneola is home to the longstanding, popular Great Floridian Triathlon.

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Spain: Conversations worth having WRITTEN BY MARY ANN DESANTIS • PHOTOS BY TONY AND MARY ANN DESANTIS

Imagine my surprise when I checked out of a luxury resort in Spain after a week’s stay and the final bill was less than $2 — and that’s only because I had a bottle of water from the minibar.

I had become so immersed in my experience as a VaughanTown volunteer that I had forgotten my stay was in exchange for English conversation. When I first heard about VaughanTown, a program in Spain that pairs Anglo speakers with Spanish executives who want to become more fluent in English, I thought it was too good to be true. A week in a four-star resort just to talk seemed like an Internet myth.

After some online research and a faceto-face conversation with Fred Weldon of The Villages, who has volunteered with the program 27 times in the last nine years, I was convinced this “working” vacation could be an experience of a lifetime.

“It’s always interesting to meet the local people who have many stories to tell,” says Fred, who recently married a fellow volunteer he met at VaughanTown’s Gredos location in 2011. His wife, Ann, now lives in The Villages and, like her husband, plans to volunteer again in the future.

Fred’s enthusiasm for the program was contagious, so the next day my husband, Tony, and I sent our applications to volunteer in early May. We were a little worried about our Southern accents and lack of teaching credentials, but the program is not about teaching grammar. We quickly learned it is more about listening and exchanging information. And those Southern drawls? The Spaniards loved them.

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international companies, doctors, lawyers, and independent business owners. Founder Richard Vaughan recognized that students needed to understand a variety of accents — British, Canadian, U.S., Australian, Ireland, and yes, American Southern.

In 2001, Vaughan transformed an abandoned Spanish village into a secluded town where the official language was English. Today, Vaughan Systems hosts more than 70 VaughanTown programs around Spain each year, reaching about a 1,000 Spanish students annually who spend a week in total English immersion. The number of non-paid volunteers, known as “Anglos,” is slightly higher.

After meeting the other volunteers in Madrid, we boarded a bus on a Sunday morning for El Rancho de la Aldegüela in Torrecaballeros, a small town near Segovia.

Each Spaniard had to sit with an Anglo, and the conversations began. My seatmate was a young businesswoman, Pilar Sanchez, who was leaving the following month for a nuclear energy meeting in China where the language of business is English.

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even longer — were tiring, yet fulfilling. We had one-on-one meetings with each student followed by group activities. There were skits, mock conference calls, and formal presentations. Conversations, of course, began with polite questions about jobs, families, and hobbies. By the end of the week, we had firsthand knowledge about Spain’s economic situation, the royal family’s woes, foods we should try, and places to visit before we returned to the U.S. It is hard to pick my favorite part of the program because every day offered something special. One of my best memories was exploring the picturesque city of Segovia in teams of four (two Spaniards, two Anglos) as part of a photo scavenger hunt. We were given a list of things to photograph and, luckily, Tony and I had Spanish teammates who knew the city and were able to guide us quickly through the list.

A beautiful country with magnificent art and cultures that rival other European destinations, Spain is still economical to visit.

The VaughanTown experience did not offer much time to explore beyond El Rancho. After the program ended, however, we ventured with another couple to southern Spain where we rented a two-bedroom villa for less than $400 for the week. The day trips to Cordoba, Granada, and Cuenca were even more special because our VaughanTown acquaintances had given u us tips for sightseeing and eating.

Getting to know the “locals” was priceless Gett and an experience that many travelers usually do not have. Tears came to our eyes the night before w we flew home when two VaughanTown students student drove to our Madrid hotel to say goodbye goodby in person. We believe, however, the farewells farewel were only temporary. In this age of social m media and Skype, we have made lasting friendships that will certainly take us back to friendsh Spain a again and again.

Visit Visi www.volunteers.grupovaughan. com/vaughantown for more information com/va about V VaughanTown.

About the writer Mary Ann DeSantis has written features for Style publications since 2006. She was recognized with a first place Florida Press Club Excellence in Journalism Award for Travel Writing in 2012.

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Proud to be an American Cheryl Pisano, a dentist in Lady Lake, is in the business of restoring teeth and making people smile. Now, she is also helping restore the lives of wounded veterans to make them smile.

A proud mother whose son bravely fought in Afghanistan, Dr. Pisano will forever hold a special place in her heart for the men and women in the military who are stationed overseas. She is honoring their sacrifice by introducing Wounded Warrior Wednesday at her practice.

Each Wednesday, she and her dental team at First Impressions Dental Care dress in khaki and green scrubs and donate a portion of that day’s proceeds to the Wounded Warrior Project, a national organization that provides aid to injured servicemen and women.

“I treat many veterans at my practice, and some have specifically requested appointments on Wednesday because they feel strongly about contributing to this charity,” she says.

PERSONALLY TOUCHED For Dr. Pisano, the war in Afghanistan has hit close to home. Two years ago, her son Nicholas, a 23-year-old U.S. Marine infantryman, was injured while his platoon was patrolling Musa Qala, a town in southern Afghanistan. A soldier near Nicholas stepped on an improvised explosive

device(IED), and the force of the explosion knocked his body into Nicholas. Nicholas was unconscious for several minutes. When he came to, he wrapped a tourniquet around his friend’s extremities and radioed a helicopter for assistance.

Today, Nicholas suffers from migraine headaches, memory problems, and balance issues. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is equipping him with the necessary tools to manage his memory issues successfully while he attends college to earn an associate’s degree. He resides in Illinois with his wife and child.

“The explosion affected my life because at that point I knew I wasn’t Superman,” Nicholas wrote in an email. “I am just as vulnerable as anybody else. And when you see your friends wounded, it definitely makes you think twice about the world around you.”

Seeing up close and personal how war injuries can forever change lives makes Nicholas appreciative of his mother’s efforts.

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HOORAY FOR THE RED, WHITE AND BLUE Without question, Dr. Pisano’s heart is filled with American pride. She cries whenever she hears the national anthem or the Pledge of Allegiance. She honks her horn or gives a thumbs-up sign whenever she sees someone with a “Semper Fi” bumper sticker or license plate. And whenever she encounters a veteran at her office or out in public, she personally thanks them for their service.

“I have so much respect for everybody in the military,” she says. “They sacrifice their lives to defend this country and keep it safe. I’m proud I can help veterans who have disabilities, as well as the families of soldiers who did not return home. I want all troops who are fighting overseas and in harm’s way to know their efforts are greatly appreciated.”

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several miles a day. Unfortunately, she gave up both activities when her feet began causing her excruciating pain one year ago.

“I started going to a rheumatologist, but that did no good,” she says. “I couldn’t stand the pain any longer, so I took the bull by the horns and decided to go to Tri County Podiatry.”

Dr. Johnny Wu diagnosed her with severe arthritis and bone spurs in both feet. Always one to try conservative measures first, Dr. Wu ordered special arch supports for Marie and had her undergo several weeks of physical therapy with Tri-County Podiatry’s in-house physical therapy team. Having experienced no pain relief, her condition required surgery. Dr. Wu performed a bunionectomy with a joint implant on

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the big toe of her right foot. Once she fully recovers, Marie will have the same procedure performed on her left foot.

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