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From helping to pioneer innovations in small-incision, no-stitch, cataract surgery and implant technology, to being the area’s first accredited outpatient surgery center for eyes, Mid Florida Eye Center is consistently at the forefront of eye care. Our physicians––who are all fellowship-trained––are known for many firsts of their own. For this reason, they are regularly sought after to lead training and research.

We’re proud of these accomplishments, but we’re most proud of what we do to put our patients first.We continue to participate in numerous clinical trials so we can provide our patients with the latest in eye care. Our doctors and staff are committed to providing the best possible care for our patients. And although we’ve performed over 130,000 cataract and laser procedures, we still get excited over each patient’s success as if it were our first.

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hot issue The annual

Bringing the heat takes on a whole new level of hotness in Florida, so you just might need to don the grill mitts to handle this issue! From the spontaneous combustion of politicians, movie stars, and sports figures to the pyrotechnics of the latest gadgets, cars, and technology… these scorching topics will ignite your passion for speed, fashion, food, music, fitness, and lots more. This stuff is white hot…

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contributors Mary Ann DeSantis

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After receiving a bachelor’s degree in journalism, Mary Ann DeSantis began her career as a newspaper reporter and photographer before moving into public relations and marketing in Atlanta. She and her husband moved to Florida in 2000, and she began writing for Style publications in 2006. Her writings can be found at www.maryanndesantis.com.

Jamie Duncan Jamie Duncan is a freelance blogger, writer, and interior design consultant. In addition to creating web and blog content for small businesses, she can also be found dishing about the latest fashion and design trends. She has a Bachelor of Fine Arts with a concentration in interior design. Jamie resides in Lake County with her fiancé Steve and their fur child Brodie. Email: jamie_duncan@live.com; Web: www.jamie-duncan.com.

Pat Jocelyn Pat Jocelyn worked at IBM for 28 years where she held several staff and management positions and taught management and employee development classes. She has since started a second career in journalism and has won several Florida Press Club awards for her insightful and heart-felt feature writing.

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from the editor

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Presidential aspirations I am tired of voting for the lesser of two evils. It is time someone who thinks like most Americans has a chance at the job.

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fter giving it much thought, I have decided to run for president. As I said last month, I am tired of voting for the lesser of two evils. It is time someone who thinks like most Americans has a chance at the job. I feel if I can just pull in around 44 million write-in votes, I can do it.

But I’m going to need your help. Word of mouth is all I’ve got and my campaign fund is at $0. And that is a good thing. No PACs… no Super PACs… no one telling me how to make decisions… just common sense and the desire to make life better.

So, what do you get if you write in my name for president in November?

I am 56 years old and honestly owe no money to any man or institution — I am completely debt-free — no credit cards, no mortgage, no loans of any kind. I helped my wife raise our three children on $9,000 a year, so I know something about budgeting.

I think you will see that I have experienced quite a bit in life and can see the big picture from most angles. I don’t think either of my opponents can claim to have the life experience I have gathered over the years.

I have been very healthy and very sick. I was very athletic as a young man, running over seven miles each day and playing most sports.

On the flip side, I spent the middle 20 years of my life being labeled permanently, totally disabled by the U.S. government. During this time I lived on food stamps, SSA, and SSI. I was lucky to have the disability system to help me and my family survive as I found the inner strength to find my way back into the workplace.

I have been very poor and decently well off.

I have been a part of both the “below-povertylevel” group and the middle-class. The one

thing I have not been is wealthy like my two opponents, but I don’t consider that a negative; I personally consider that a plus.

I have been an atheist and a religious man.

I spent the years from age 11 to 25 as a devout atheist… and I mean devout. I have spent the remaining years as a Christian. Although I now believe firmly in the existence of God and God’s love for me, I know the other side of the coin… and I know why people are there. I understand both sides.

I have been a Democrat, Republican, and an Independent and have been a “No Party” for the last decade. In last month’s column I explained this one. I am not a rampant party jumper. I have simply evolved over time into a person who doesn’t want to be labeled. Like you, my views are individual; I am liberal in some ways, conservative in others, and in the middle on most. I see the gray areas of life and understand that truth can sometimes hide in unusual places.

I will tell you next month what I think about the most important and sensitive subjects facing Americans today. And if you like my ideas, or at least most of them (since no one believes exactly as you do except yourself) then you need to call, text, Facebook, Tweet, Skype, Instagram, mail a letter to all your friends, pin my photo on your Pinterest board to please Heather, and drop my name. If we are going to get those 44 million write-ins, time is of the essence.

Until next month — hold fast…

Jim Gibson

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An act of kindness

As part of its Disney Helping Kids Shine initiative, Walt Disney World Resort awarded the Bay Street Players’ Young People’s Theatre a $10,000 grant. The grant was presented during an event at the Orlando Repertory Theatre that included Mickey Mouse and dozens of Disney VoluntEARS. Accepting the grant were Young People’s Theatre director Amanda Warren, as well as board members Jim Meadows and Tobi Granger.

The money will impact the 362 children who participate in the organization’s after-school production classes, summer camp, and the annual production tour that presents free, live theatre to Lake County elementary school students. The Young People’s Theatre was established by Bay Street Players founder Deborah Carpenter 35 years ago. Some graduates of the program have pursued successful careers in the arts, while others have enjoyed lifelong benefits from gaining self-confidence and learning the importance of teamwork.

“At Walt Disney World, our vision is to build on our philanthropic legacy by investing in programs that make a lasting change in our community and promote the happiness and well-being of children and families,” says Nancy Gidusko, director of community relations for Walt Disney World Resort.

Beach bound Want to take a mini-vacation without breaking the bank on airline tickets, car rental, and gasoline? Then consider a trip to one of Florida’s fabulous beaches, where you will enjoy white sand, balmy breezes, and swaying palm trees. Considering we live in the heart of Central Florida, most of the state’s beaches are within a reasonable drive. So treat yourself to a piece of paradise while splashing in the cool ocean waves and soaking up some summer sun.

According to The Travel Channel, the Sunshine State’s top 10 beaches are as follows: 1. Delray Beach 2. Clearwater Beach 3. Naples 4. Sanibel Beach 5. South Beach 6. Siesta Key 7. Atlantic Beach 8. Key West 9. Palm Beach 10. Captiva Island Source: http://www.travelchannel.com/interests/ beaches/articles/top-10-beaches-in-florida

Worth your weight in salt At The Salt Room in The Villages, you lie in a comfortable lounge chair for 45 minutes and relax, rejuvenate, and meditate while soothing music plays in the background.

You may not realize it, but you are also healing. In this unique room, salt lines the walls and covers the floors. Breathing in salt particles helps rid the body of bacteria and pollutants lodged in the respiratory tract, resulting in improved lung function and breathing capablility.

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open the company May 15. “My son, Reilly, suffered from chronic bronchitis and doctors put him on steroids when he was 3,” she says. “He started undergoing salt therapy and enjoyed immediate benefits.

He has been off all his medications for two years. Children and adults with allergies and asthma enjoy tremendous results.”

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Bee ready Remember those spelling bees you competed in as an elementary school student?

Relive those wonderful (or perhaps not-so-wonderful) memories at Take Stock in Children’s 11th annual Corporate Spelling Bee Fundraiser.

You may not spell every word correctly; however, you are guaranteed to be a winner because your participation helps Take Stock in Children purchase Florida Prepaid Scholarships for local students.

In other words, participation spells success and helps ease the sting of rising college tuition costs. Local businesses and organizations are encouraged to form teams and participate in the event, which will be held September 6 at Lake Receptions in Mount Dora.

For more information, please call 352.787.6576.

An asset to education By introducing the EverFi Financial Literacy Platform to five Lake County high schools, United Southern Bank (USB) is helping educate students on a variety of financialrelated topics.

The web-based program uses the latest in new media technologies — video, animations, 3D gaming, avatars, and social networking — to bring complex financial concepts to life for today’s digital generation.

“EverFi is an enjoyable way to learn what we need to know about banking,” says Eustis High School student Breanna Powell. “These are things I’ll use after I grow up.”

The 10-unit course offers six hours of programming aimed at teaching, assessing,

A message that is sure to stick Mount Dora High School junior Nick Ioime created the winning design for Safe Climate Coalition of Lake County’s 2012 Sticker Shock contest. This countywide public awareness campaign involves the placement of stickers on multipacks of beer, wine coolers, and other alcohol products that appeal to underage drinkers.

The goal is to discourage adults from providing alcohol to minors.

In May, more than 9,000 stickers were placed on alcoholic beverages in 41 convenience stores spanning from Groveland to Mount Dora. In addition, 70 posters were placed on cooler doors. This was a collaborative effort between 29 Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) members, 13 Safe Climate Coalition participants, and eight law enforcement officers.

Mount Dora High School teacher Billye Kozlowski, who teachers digital design classes, assigns participation in the Sticker Shock contest as a project for students.

Ioime is a student in her class, and his sticker design won first place among 90 entries. In addition to being a talented designer, he also boasts a 4.0 grade-point average and plays wide receiver for the Mount Dora High School varsity team.

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and certifying students in a variety of financial topics, including credit scores, insurance, credit cards, student loans, mortgages, taxes, stocks, savings, 401ks, and other important financial topics. The platform uniquely tracks the progress and score of every student and provides students who successfully complete the course with financial literacy certificates, a valuable mark of distinction on college applications and resumes.

“Through the EverFi platform, students became certified in over 600 topics in financial education, allowing them to become more informed, responsible citizens,” says USB President Greg Nelson.

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Although she never officially became the next American Idol, Jennifer Hudson made an astonishing comeback less than five years later when she won a Grammy and an Oscar, along with several other nominations. Now, as a red carpet veteran, Jennifer’s bold sense of style — displayed much like a badge of honor — is a testament to her courageous journey.

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More than just a statement piece, this fine, handcrafted necklace, so perfectly imperfect, was made by local artist, Cary Martin. Each slice of agate has been traced with 24-karat gold vermeil and selected for consistency. She and store owner, Denna LeVan, encourage women to tell their own stories by having one made to order. Email for more information.

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Name: Ray Velazquez Piece: Hugo Boss Jacket Time: 7:35 p.m.

Date: June 2, 2012 Location: Lake Sumter Landing

Story Behind It: Ray’s life is unpredictable, rewarding, and challenging — and for this real estate agent it is like a dream come true. Relocating from Miami to The Villages has been a welcome change of pace, but it still doesn’t take the guesswork out of his daily grind. Impromptu meetings, showings, and closings require a professional appearance on the fly — which is why he keeps this Hugo Boss blazer within arm’s reach.

Why It’s Great: Ray’s jacket can add panache to nearly any pair of pants, but getting it right requires some fashion know-how. Light-weight blazers like these look best with similar fabrics. Linen, cotton, or even denim would work well, but skip the pleats and opt for something relaxed instead. Still not sure if you can pull it off? Remember that taking risks can reap handsome rewards… you may find the result to be a perfect fit.

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PR BLEMS WITH YOUR PROSTATE? Does this sound familiar? As you grow older do you realize you are getting up more often at night to urinate?

Have you come to accept this as an inevitable part of aging as did your father or his father before him?

“Men no longer need to suffer from frequent urination because they are getting older,” says Dr. James Young, a down-to-earth urologist with 29 years of experience at Urology Associates of Lake County in Eustis. 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 “rotorooter” 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 30 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 900 patients with this procedure. “Medtronic is a $13 billion a 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 20 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

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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.

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EDUCATION Board Certification: American Board of Urology, February 1984 Medical Degree: University of Arkansas, 1977 College: University of Mississippi, 1973. B.A. Chemistry and English RESIDENCY University of Arkansas, 1978-82. Urology INTERNSHIP University of Kentucky, 1977-78. OB/GYN CURRENT MEDICAL LICENSURE Florida and Arkansas HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS Medical staff of Florida Hospital Waterman Florida 1982 – present Vice-Chief of Medical Staff 1987–88 Waterman Medical Center Chief of Medical Staff 1988-90 Waterman Medical Center

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Having a Ball SANCTUARY RIDGE GOLF COURSE — One-hundred twenty-six golfers participated in the Howard Stockton Memorial Golf Outing, which was held at beautiful Sanctuary Ridge in Clermont, Friday, May 13. All 18 holes were sponsored by South Lake Chamber of Commerce members who provided food and beverages for the golfers. A portion of the tournament proceeds went toward the Howard Stockton Memorial Scholarship Fund, which awards scholarships to students with moral character, strong leadership skills, and a devotion to community service.

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A Community Celebration LEESBURG OPERA HOUSE — The Leesburg Partnership held its 17th Annual Awards and Installation Dinner at the Leesburg Opera House. Attendees enjoyed a cocktail reception and dinner, as well as live entertainment provided by the Billy Barnes Quartet.

Numerous awards were presented to local residents and businesses, including “Citizen of the Year,” “Outstanding City Employee of the Year,” “Business of the Year,” and “Beautification Project of the Year.”

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Most Improved Business of the Year went to Chad Manseur, middle, of Magnolia Oyster Bar presented by Phil Braun, left, and Wylie Hamilton, right.

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Martin Luther King Commemorative Parade HIS DREAM IS ALIVE — Hundreds of locals ranging

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from elected officials to school leaders marched in the Martin Luther King Jr. Parade. The event, which was held in downtown Leesburg, paid tribute to the famous civil rights leader best known for non-violent activism. Other parade participants included civic organizations, pageant winners, and members of the Leesburg High School Marching Band.

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Annie and Tommy Hayes, Honorary Marshals

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Our search for the hottest and tastiest wings in town led us to three local joints.

Cousin Vinnie’s Chicken Wings This place has so much hot you can pass it around the table. Try Cousin Vinnie’s Purple Heart wings, and if that’s not enough to deserve a medal, try them with his Burn Your Bottom sauce. For those more on the mild end of the hot scale, we suggest hot barbeque or the Buffalo.

Cousin Vinnie says his red-hot secret is good tasting wings: “When you eat our wings, they taste great.”

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Ramshackles With a little bit of everything for everyone, Ramshakles is a great place for any kind of food lover. From slow-smoked barbecue to quesadillas, the menu has literally everything — including some of the hottest wings in the county. Check out their Rocket Fuel wings.

Manager Rhonda Jones says, “We cater to everyone. There’s nothing we won’t do to make a customer’s meal perfect.”

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“Some people don’t get it, but once they taste it, they get it,” Markow says of his ice cream. He has been known to open up his parlor for parties and events because he understands a customer’s need for ice cream. Mystics is soaking up the business, so much so that Markow recently tripled the original size of the shop.

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Have a glass of wine and soak up the ambience of this five-star restaurant. Known for his exquisite dishes and impeccable taste, Chef Gianni brings his passion for food to downtown Eustis. www.cafegianni.com

A unique dining experience in Clermont, this restaurant offers everything from cheese to dessert. This breakfast and lunch restaurant pairs gourmet with casual, providing an original atmosphere for diners. www.cheeserspalace.com

This place has something for everyone. Dine in the area’s finest restaurants, dance in the square, or watch a movie in an old-fashioned theater. And it is not just for seniors. Near the intersection of Morse Boulevard and County Highway 466.

Cheer on the Leesburg Lightning and enjoy a hot dog at the park.

What make this place so hot is that all home games are free admission, which makes this a prime family venue. Take the family out to the ball game. 240 Ball Park Road in Leesburg.

Enjoy taste tests and tours at Lakeridge Winery and Vineyards in Clermont. The winery hosts events throughout the year, including the annual Grape Stomping and music festivals. www.lakeridgewinery.com

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hotshots Nothing but Net(s) Dwight Howard has been a hero, loved by Orlando Magic fans ans since 2004 when he first made his appearance as an NBA player. After 8 years, he has become verbal about wanting to be picked up by other NBA teams, specifically the Brooklyn Nets. However, becausee Howard decided to opt in for his final season instead of out and become ome a free agent, difficulties have arisen. Orlando tried to send Howard d to the Nets, but met with hoops to jump through and snags to work rk out, and eventually ran out of time. The Nets decided to sign Brook ook Lopez with a four year, $60 million deal instead. Now, Howard’s hopes opes of being traded have stalled until January 15 when the new collective llective bargaining agreement allows him to leave the Magic.

Rob Hennigan, Orlando’s new general manager, reports that they are looking into moving Howard to the Los Angeles Lakers or the Houston Rockets. “We haven’t ruled out anything. We continue to be process driven. …Again, the mantra is ‘what’s in the best interest for this organization?’” Hennigan tells reporters. And that is just what fans want to hear, that even if we lose Howard, the Orlando Magic will still be able to hold on to their record and even improve next season. www.usatoday.com

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Made in A Ameri-can’t?

Chipper Jonesing After playing for the Atlanta Braves for his entire career, the much loved Chipper retired at the end of this season.

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1999 National League MVP 1999 and 2000 Silver Slugger 436 career home runs Throws right-handed, bats left-handed Only switch-hitter in MLB with career batting average of over .300 (.306 in 2010) Always wears No. 10 Born in Deland, Fla. April 24, 1972.

First overall pick in the 1990 amateur draft

ON THE FAST TRACK

Running rivalry The Olympic men’s 100-meter final has the potential to be one of the greatest sprint races in track and field history, featuring 2008 Olympic champion Usain Bolt, Jamaican teammates Yohan Blake and Asafa Powell, as well as Tyson Gay and his U.S. teammate Justin Gatlin, the 2004 Olympic champ.

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PERSONAL BESTS Usain Bolt: Tyson Gay: Asafa Powell: Yohan Blake: Justin Gatlin:

0:09:58 0:09.69 0:09.72 0:09.75 0:09.8

Ralp Lauren is getting a lot of flak Ralph for n not making the USA team’s outfits for the upcoming games in London. Americans are wondering why he would dare to go outside the country, and let others handle something should be made in America.

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LOCHTE/PHELPS The Ryan Lochte/Michael Phelps rivalry is the talk of the Land of the Free this summer. Always swimming in Phelps wake, fans are anxious to see if Lochte can finally bring home the gold.

Sex and the [Olympic] City After numerous “incidents”, the Olympics seem to be getting a reputation as a ‘sex fest.’ From the number of condoms being shipped in to the stories of out in the open sex and drunken television appearances, there is being nothing left to the imagination when it comes to this incredible gene pool.

THEN AND NOW

The Dream Team

After Kobe Bryant made a comment to a reporter about this year’s USA basketball team being able to beat the “Dream Team” from the 1992 Barcelona Games, he received many comments in return.

Michael Jordan, who played on the 1992 team laughed when told what Bryant said, and replied “I’d like to think we had 11 Hall of Famers on that team, and whenever they get 11 Hall of Famers, you call and ask who had the better Dream Team.

Remember now, they learned from us. We didn’t learn from them.”

HOT WATER

THE STRAIGHT DOPE

ON HOPE Although the media has given Solo’s recent drug test immediate attention, the results aren’t so juicy. The Olympic star goalie tested positive for Canrenone in her system. Said to be an honest mistake, and one that will neither help nor harm her performance in London, she will be playing alongside her USA teammates.

SOURCES: www.Espn.go.com; www.Time.com; www.Statesman.com

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hot numbers 1. The stadium was made of special materials, and therefore is the lightest stadium in Olympic history.

2. All sporting equipment will be donated to various charitable organizations after

the games for children to learn how to play or to be sold to fund the different charities.

3. Nearly 26 sports will be played this summer in London.

4. The Olympic Games lasted

for 187 days in the year 1908, which also took place in London.

5. There is a 62-year difference between the oldest and youngest athletes to ever perform in the Olyampic games. In 1896, Dimitrios Loundras was a

10-year old gymnast, while in 1920, at the age of 72, Oscar Swahn competed in shooting.

6. China did not win its first medal until the 1984 games.

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Most believe that music festivals are for the rebellious youth or for those older couples who never really left the ‘60s and ‘70s, but not anymore! Music festivals are HOT HOT HOT! Music selection includes indie rock, oldies, rock, rap, and pop. Music festivals have not only fired up across America, but also throughout Europe.

Here’s a list of the closest festivals to Lake and Sumter: Nerdapalooza in Orlando, Fla. on August 3 Gnarnia Festival in Beech Mountain, N.C. on August 9 Hopscotch in Raleigh, N.C. on September 6 Americana Music Festival in Nashville, Tenn. on September 12 Deluna Fest in Pensacola, Fla. on September 21 Boomslang in Lexington, Ky. on September 21 Music Midtown in Atlanta, Ga. on September 21 Counterpoint Music Festival in Atlanta, Ga. on September 28 Soundland in Nashville, Tenn. on October 3 Bayfest in Mobile, Ala. on October 5 Athens Popfest in Athens, Ga. on October 10 Magnolia Fest in Live Oak, Fla. on October 18

eBooks What’s hotter than picking up reading materials nowadays? Picking up your eReader. Save some trees — and money — with these eReader Best Sellers.

HOT READING PICKS

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50 Shades of Grey

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Lead singer Dawn Michele from Eustis fronts this Christian rock band that shot to stardom after the release of their album Unbreakable in 2008. They are currently set to begin their Believe Tour with Kutless in October.

Christian Grey, a young self-made business man, falls for college graduate Anastasia Steele, only to lure her into his world of sexual torment. Anastasia narrates her journey of self-discovery and her first time in love — and in handcuffs.

Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man Steve Harvey lays out what men really think about relationships.

Ever wonder what your guy thinks about when you talk about future commitments, or when it comes to cuddling on the couch? This man’s psyche manual details what women want to know, and more.

11th Hour The eleventh and most shocking in the Women’s Murder Club series keeps readers wanting more. Lindsay Boxer is finally pregnant and searching for a murderer linked to killing four of San Francisco’s most untouchable criminals. Anyone could be the killer.

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1. Mad Men: this five year narrative is the great American novel for television that keeps building and building… just like any great story should.

2. Breaking Bad: who would have thought a cancerdiagnosed-high-school-chemistry-teacher-turnedmeth kingpin would last through four seasons?

3. Girls: it’s surprising to see how much time and energy are spent loathing what’s proving itself to be the best HBO comedy of the past year.

4. Game of Thrones: gets better as more characters are introduced to the world and many left in a brutal fashion rarely seen on TV. 5. Community: ending its third season with a headline grabbing feud, a timeshift change, and a whole new creative team and still touted as the best season yet.

6. Louie: not the usual low-budget comedy show… it’s a collection of short stories about the big questions of life that hits a quiet truthfulness.

7. Archer: the hugely popular prime-time animation show of somewhat competent and sane secret agents fighting a wide range of foes.

8. Justified: went from a promising escaped-con-of-theweek show to one of TV’s finest dramas in season 2.

9. Homeland: a war-on-terror thriller that follows bipolar CIA agent Carrie Mathison (played by Claire Danes).

10. The Fades: Won Best Drama Series, ironically just before being cancelled… but fans hope the show will return for a second season.

Source: http://blogs.indiewire.com/theplaylist/the-playlists-top-10-tv-shows-ofthe-2011-2012-season-20120613

HOT HEROES

From COMICS to the CINEPLEX

Beginning with The Avengers (Total Gross: $615,483,851), comic books have saved the movie box office!

Batman (The Dark Knight Rises) and Spiderman (The Amazing Spiderman) have made this a banner summer for comic book fans. The trend is likely to stay hot for some time with Judge Dredd, Iron Man, Wolverine, Hancock, Ant Man, G.I. Joe, Ghost Rider, and more scheduled to hit the big screen to save the day in the near future.

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Newsroom The June debut episode of HBO’s new hit series quickly had viewers (Yay!) and reviewers (Nay!)polarized. This behind-the-scenes view of a cable TV news staff spotlights the tug of war between hard-hitting news and ratings-getting drama. The series follows a news anchor’s (played

by Jeff Daniels) public meltdown, a drunken network president, quirky news staff, a former lover executive producer, arrogant reporter, and the new guy… only time will tell if Newsroom has staying power of previous Sorkin hits such as The West Wing.

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Ghost at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre with a Grammy Award-winning score by Dave Stewart (Eurythmics) and Glen Ballard.

Newsies the Musical at the Nederlander Theater is a family-pleasing, rousing rendition of the real-life 1899 strike of the NYC’s newsboys.

The Book of Mormon at the Eugene O’Neil Theatre is the Tony Award-winning story of two young Mormon missionaries’ travels through Africa.

Memphis at the Shubert Theatre is an inspiring and exciting show about love, music, and race set in the 1950’s South.

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THE TOP BROADWAY SHOWS OF 2012 1. The Book of Mormon 2. Wicked 3. Lion King 4. Jersey Boys 5. Once 6. Spider-Man Turn Off the Dark 7. Evita 8. Chicago 9. Rock of Ages 10. Sister Act 11. Mary Poppins 12. Memphis Source: http://www.broadway.com

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Nike fuel band Today, what’s hot is the “true meaning” ng” of being fit, working out rather than skipping meals and having lean muscles instead of visible bones.

Nike now has a product that aids in your journey to a healthier lifestyle.

Nike Fuel Bands are a new water-resistant technology used to calculat calculate the user’s physical activity in a unique point system referred to as Nike Fuel. The black rubber band, weighing 32 grams at the largest size, opens to reveal a USB connection used to see the user’s performance in an array of visuals and graphics. Through this connection, as well as an iOs via Bluetooth and social networks, the user can set and boost goals.

The band has a 20-color LED line that measures physical activity level.

At the beginning of the day, the band shows red lights and as activity of any kind is performed, it increasingly lights up toward green, or until that day’s goal has been met. The button on the side of the bracelet lets the user change view from goal to fuel (points), steps, calories, or time. This product is selling on the Nike Official website for about $149.

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HotYoga No… it is not your mom’s yoga class. The “Hey I can use yoga to lose weight” fire started in California but easterly winds have blown this one close to home. This (literally) hot, new yoga class features all the yoga poses that novice and professional yogis know well, we’re just turning up the heat a bit — try 105 F. The heat of the room gives you that overall warmth yoga aims for while increasing your sweat production, thus ridding the body of toxins. Feel better and lose weight all in one workout session? Sign us up.

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Designed with runners in mind, the Storm Running Shoe has seven built-in innovations to help fight fatigue, pain, and heat.

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Adidas CC Seduction Designed with ClimaCool Technology, don’t worry about ever having hot feet again. The clever design helps bring air in and wick sweat off, helping to power you through your workout.

New Balance Cross Trainer 797 Extremely lightweight and built with QUIX technology to aid in movement, these shoes aren’t just fashion-friendly. These shoes have added support in the arches, proving to be an effective solution for feet that tire quickly.

Nike Free Run 3 Running shoes aren’t just for avid gym gurus. The Nike Free Run 3 flexes with the natural movement of your foot, providing added support where you need it most.

HOT MAIL

Sent-e-mental Roses are red, Violets are blue, So what and who cares, Is what I really think of you…

It ain’t Hallmark, but everybody’s sending them. eCards are irreverent, hilarious, and just a mouse click away for a loved one, friend or frenemy…

And that’s what makes them just about the hottest thing on the web today. www.someecards.com

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Prince William Duchess Kate

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Tom Cruise Katie Holmes

After treating the world to a storybook wedding, we’re hoping for happily ever after.

From vampire to vamp, Stewart was caught nuzzling another.

The former TomKat went from hot to not when Katie flew the coop.

HOT CELEBS

LOCAL HOTNESS

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From clean cut military Behind Enemy Lines, to scruffy True Blood vampire drama, to shirtless Magic Mike’s sixpack cut, Joe Manganiello just keeps getting sexier. The longer the hair, the sleeker the body, the hotter the moves, fans just can’t get enough of this guy.

Paving the way in natural modeling is Kate Upton, who has shot to stardom after she was chosen for the cover of this year’s Sports Illustrated magazine. Her healthy trim figure is the new poster icon for healthy body types and natural beauty.

FAST AND FLEET

Runninghot When Australian hurdler Michelle Jenneke warms up at the starting blocks, so does the crowd. The 19-year-old junior champion became well-known when a video of her sultry warm up at the 2012 Junior World Championships went viral, amassing over 15 million YouTube hits. 13.53 seconds later she was Australia’s first gold medal junior champion in the country’s history. Jennekee smoked the field. Her fame feels reminicient of Zeddie Little who’s photo went viral after he was snapped sporting this solar-flare-of-a-grin in South Carolina.

You can check out Michelle Jenneke’s video at: http://vimeo.com/45784191

Cree Ivey may seem like your usual Central Florida teen, but her accomplishments are far greater than one can imagine. At the age of four, Cree was put into acting class with Lisa Maile in Winter Park. After getting an agent she began auditioning and later landed modeling and acting jobs. Thus far Cree has made appearances in films such as ABC Family’s Teen Spirit, Sydney White, Robodoc, The Touch, and Monster where she worked with Charlize Theron, who later won an Academy Award for her role. Recently, Cree has been on Erin Brockovich’s new show Reel Crime Real Story where she portrayed serial killer Aileen Wuornos. Cree is now an upcoming junior at Tavares High School and enjoys playing on the varsity volleyball team. She plans to continue with her acting career. Catch her demo reel at www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wbl_cqVeNyc.

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Call Me Maybe

OLED is H.O.T.

Carley Rae Jepsen’s video inspired a plethora of imitators. Have you done one maybe?

HOT HO OT TTIP

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Aaron Collin’s dying wish was to leave a $500 dollar tip for a random waitress. His friends and family set out to make that request come true.

They launched a website to solicit donations and delivered the first tip to Sarah Ward who works at local pizza place in Aaron’s hometown of Lexington, Ky. Once the $500 was reached, the video of the second and now a third waitress receiving the benefit of Aaron’s last wish was posted at: http://aaroncollins.org/. Aaron’s brother, Seth, friends and family have raised an amazing $42,000 to make Aaron’s wish come true… again and again and again. Save this site so you can share the joy of helping to continue Aaron’s legacy and continue to watch as perhaps a deserving waitress in your area receives the tip of a life-time.

VIRAL WEB

www.thisiswhyimbroke.com Think of it as ”online window-shopping.” Advertising unique, unusual, and at times strange products, this website is sure to spike an interest. www.pinterest.com The site is like a personal event planner. “Pin” ideas you would like to share with followers. Pictures link to most websites with additional information. www.iwastesomuchtime.com Used avidly by college students and professionals alike, the web name says it all.

OLED is definitely going to be the hottest TV. Organic Light Emitting Diodes (OLED) offers viewers a brighter, highercontrast picture— even at a 180 degree angle. Plus, it is supper thin (1.7mm) and has improved refresh rates and greater efficiency than either the LCD or Plasma TVs. The OLEDs are created with thin films of organic material and conductors that emit a brighter light with electrical current. Future models may be as thin as 0.3mm with flexible, transparent panels.

These “Ultimate Display” TVs are so new that release dates and price are not set yet. The buzz is that Sony and Samsung OLEDs will be available in time for Santa to deliver for those who are willing to drop $10,000!

Source: http://www.oled-info.com/oled-tv

www.attackofthecute.com Yes, it’s just as cheesy as it sounds. Sign us up for this photo blog where readers contribute cute and cuddly pictures of fuzzy animals.

H O T APPLE 1. Temple Run First came Angry Birds. Then Fruit Ninja. Now there’s Temple Run. Race through cryptic challenges, choose your path, and collect coins. But watch out for the killer monkeys!

2. Instagram The latest in photo technology. Use Instagram to add fun filters to your photos and post them to Facebook and Twitter. A fun way to capture memories in a creative way.

3. Gas Buddy Quit driving around till you find the cheapest gas it town — let Gas Buddy do the bargain hunting for you. Prices posted daily. Search by location or pricing.

4. Groupon These days it is all about the couponing, and that’s exactly what this offers. Use this app to buy a coupon at the discounted price for local stores and venuesl.

5. MyFitnessPal Trying to watch your weight, calculate your exercise program, or how many calories you should eat a day? Download MyFitnessPal. It is like a fitness diary that travels with you, making it easy to count calories and manage workout routines, as well as watch your water consumption.

A P P S ANDROID 1. Slice It! This game aims to cut the image in half, creating two identical images. The closer you are to them being similar, the quicker you progress to the next level.

2. Minecraft Bringing back the old-school video game, this version is packed with more gusto and more features than the original.

3. Pulse A news app that collectively stores all your news sources in one app. Perfect for catching up on the news without checking ten different apps.

4. Music Beta The official music player for Android, the new design now supports Music Beta by Google, meaning more music and more happy customers.

5. Spotify At first only subscription-based, now Spotify is free for all… sort of. Download Spotify on your Droid phone and have access to live streaming radio across the nation.

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POLITICAL FODDER

Joe Paterno “If you’ve

IN THE HOT SEAT

George Zimmerman Locally, Sanford has become a town divided as controversy rages around what many consider to be a racially motivated shooting. Not only is what happened here a hot topic in Central Florida, it’s a hot topic worldwide.

Seventeen-year-old African-American Trayvon Martin was out for a walk on the night of when he crossed paths with 28-year-old multiracial Hispanic George Zimmerman. Zimmerman, a neighborhood watch coordinator, was armed; Martin carried a bag of Skittles and a can of iced tea. Whatever happened between the two men, Martin ended up dead from a 9mm shot to the chest and Zimmerman has now been arrested and charged with seconddegree murder.

As lawyers jockey for legal position, each carefully crafting his client’s portrayal to potential jurors, we are inundated with past videos and photos of both Martin and Zimmerman. In many of Martin’s photos, we see him as an almost cherubic child-like young teen, although media outlets are now beginning to circulate photos that show him as a strong, imposing young adult. Zimmerman, who at first appears disheveled with a scruffy beard and shaved head, now appears in court clean shaven, with budding locks, and wearing expensive suits.

No matter how you dress it up, only two people were involved in what happened that night and only one of them is left here to tell about it.

L O C A L

“I did not agree with the protests that in hatt happened hhap Central Florida after the death of Trayvon rayv Martin. I thought it added unneeded controversy to the situation.

We were not there to know what truly happened, and there aren’t enough facts to back up whether Zimmerman shot him out of self-defense or as a racial attack. The knee-jerk reactions from the protests were equivalent to a mob scene and unnecessary.”

— Carol Peters, Sorrento

A statue of late coach Joe Paterno was removed from the Penn State University campus and he lost his standing as the winningest coach in college football. In response to recent allegations of the sexual abuse of young boys by former coach Jerry Sandusky, the National Collegiate Athletic Association fined the university $60 million, cut scholarships for four years, initiated a fouryear postseason ban, and forced the football program to vacate all wins from 1998–2011.

got a business, you didn’t build that.”

— Barack Obama The July 13 comment during a Virginia campaign stop landed the President in some hot water. The Romney camp instantly heated up the airwaves pointing out the President’s blunder, and Obama supporters fired back that it was taken out of context.

R E A C T I O N

“I do not no think it is okay for George Zimmerman to raise moneyy that th he can use for bail, living expenses, and to keep him in hiding. He is being charged with a crime and therefore has to face the consequences. If society allows this, then more people who are charged will be able to bail themselves out of any situation.”

— Jerry Sullivan, Sorrento

“I do not believe that the motive for George Zimmerman shooting Trayvon Martin was entirely self-defense or racial friction, but rather that it was a combination of the two. Zimmerman was living in a neighborhood where there were recent break-ins that contributed to his paranoia and made him more aware of his surroundings. That, incorporated with a young man that fits many people’s descriptions of a ‘suspect,’made a horrible result. I believe Zimmerman knew what he was doing in that moment, but that it wasn’t just one factor that caused his action.”

— Sarah Files, Eustis

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Breastfeeding Photo: Brynja Sigurdardottir Photography

SOURCE: http://www.coloradoan.com/viewart/20120726/NEWS11/307260017/3-hospitals-cover-uninsured-theatershooting-victims-medical-bills http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/07/colorado_gun_sales_on_the_rise.html

POLITICAL FODDER

“It’s hard to know just how well it will turn out.”

— Mitt Romney Romney’s attempt to show his international finesse went up in flames… Olympic flames… with this reference to the London Games in his July 26 NBC interview. This and other comments marred what he hoped would be his world stage debut.

A VERY DARK NIGHT

Shots in the dark In the aftermath of the latest Colorado shooting in an Aurora movie theater, among the stories of survival and loss, the national conversation is turning to… gun control and access to healthcare. Both are major issues in the upcoming election, causing close scrutiny amid a flurry of political posturing.

GUN SALES • The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) approved 2,887 background checks between Friday and Sunday after the theater shooting.

• The CBI received 1,216 background check requests after the shooting, a 43 percent increase over the previous two Fridays.

The cost of medical care and counseling for the survivors and the families who lost loved ones is impossible to predict.

HEALTHCARE • Nearly 1 in 3 Coloradans have no or inadequate health insurance. The highest rate is among adults ages 18-34.

• Victims ranged in age from 6–54, average age 26-years-old.

TOO HOT TO HANDLE

Healthcare The white-hot debate over the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), known as Obamacare, which was signed into law

MOTHER’S MILK

Breast intentions The May issue of Time started a breast-feeding frenzy. The controversial cover ignited a firestorm — even inspiring some clever bat-parody (above). The flow continued as two military moms, Terran Echegoyen-McCabe and Christina Luna, were photographed breast-feeding in uniform for the support group, Mom2Mom, started by military spouse Crystal Scott.

“They’re comparing it to the woman who posed in Playboy in uniform,” Scott told Yahoo! Shine. “We never expected it to be like this.”

on March 23, 2010, shows no signs of being dowsed especially after being upheld by the Supreme Court. The controversy has escalated since conservative justice John Roberts cast the deciding 5–4 vote June 28, 2012. With elections looming in November, you can be sure this incendiary topic isn’t going to cool down anytime soon. If you get sick of hearing about it, we recommend you take two aspirins and call your doctor in the morning — that is, assuming you have insurance.

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Let the SPARK fly The just arrived 2013 Chevy Spark may just be the hottest little city-car to hit town in the new millennium.

Touted as the ultimate-tool-aroundtown car, this nifty little dessert comes in eight assorted flavors ranging from jalapeno green to denim blue to lemonade yellow (with interior accents to match). Starting at $12,000 and change, Chevy’s newest hot child in the city only burns one gallon of gas every 38 miles of fun.

SMALL WONDERS

FAMILY EN FUEGO!

THE 2012 TOP 10 HOTTEST-SELLING CARS

2013 HONDA ODYSSEY When is a minivan hot? When it’s a Honda Odyssey. That cutie you met clubbing last month could just be “The One.” And before you know it, you’re trading in the convertible for… that’s right… a minivan. And not just any minivan, but the one that lit fires by winning Car.com’s Ultimate Minivan Shootout. Backup cameras, six-speed automatic transmission, sleek new design, 28 mpg, room for eight, and loads of hightech entertainment for the… kids. Who would have thought family life could be so hip?

IN THE WORLD

H A U T E

2013 NISSAN LEAF Powered with lithium-ion batteries, this all-electric car gets a mindboggling106 miles per charge.

IN THE U.S.

1. Toyota Corolla

1. Ford F-Series

2. Toyota Prius

2. Chevy Silverado

3. Ford Focus

3. Toyota Camry

4. Volkswagen Jetta

4. Chevrolet Malibu

5. Toyota Camry

5. Honda Accord

6. Ford Fiesta

6. Ford Escape

7. Volkswagen Golf

7. Honda Civic

8. Chevrolet Cruze

8. Toyota Corolla/Matrix

9. Nissan Tilda/Versa

9. Ford Fusion

10. Volkswagen Passat

10. Ram 1500/HD

Q1 Source: Smartplanet.com

June 2012 Source: Cars.com/ kickingtirescom

2013 FIAT 500 Italian styling, automatic or manual transmission, 38 highway miles per gallon — need we say more? Buongiorno!

W H E E L S

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Tesla S

Fisker K A RM A

After its sudden cancellation in production two years ago, the Viper is returning to the sales floor with more bite than ever. This V-10 bundle of power is coiled and readyy to strike.

The Tesla all-electric Model S is on the streets.

Scheduled to start producing 20,000 vehicles per year in 2013, this baby is plugged plugggged ged in. in

What’s a Fisker? Most people consider Justin Beiber’s to be bad Karma after his Fisker was chased by paparazzi and the teen tee ended up on the wrong end of a speeding ticket.

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Local businesses offer end-of-summer savings sure to make you sizzle with excitement!

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More Listeners Than Tellers

Cebert Wealth Management Group joins Morgan Stanley Smith Barney.

Your financial team just got bigger!

RECOGNIZING THE VAST POTENTIAL FOR GROWTHINTHEVILLAGES,DALECEBERT OPENED CEBERT WEALTH MANAGEMENT GROUP (CEBERT WEALTH) IN 1998.

He started the company from scratch — with no clients and only one employee.

His goal was simple: provide individualized advice, personalized service, and financial planning and investment strategies for those who needed assistance in managing their money during their retirement years. Essentially, he wanted to know clients on a personal level and go above and beyond the call of duty to help them manage and grow their wealth.

Dale never wavered from this philosophy, and that has paid big dividends for him and his company. The nationally respected magazine Registered Rep ranked Dale Cebert of Cebert Wealth Management as one of the top 100 Independent B/D Advisors in the nation for the past four years based on assets under management . Dale ranked 32nd in the nation and number one in Florida for 20111.

In addition, the company had a national presence, representing 1,650 households in 44 states as of June 1, 2012. And while many wealth management firms have permanently closed their doors or are struggling to produce revenue in these challenging economic times, Cebert Wealth had flourished and as of June 1, 2012 managed $520 million of assets.

Realizing Cebert Wealth’s success and its commitment to helping clients preserve their

wealth, representatives from Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, the world’s largest retail brokerage firm, recently recruited Cebert’s team to join the firm. After months of careful consideration, Dale decided that joining Morgan Stanley Smith Barney would help provide the Cebert team with a wide array of tools and services to help them meet their clients’ financial goals and objectives. The transition officially occurred June 18. The team will now be known as the Cebert Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney.

“As an independent firm we obviously had limited capital resources and we did not have a national brand that people recognized,” Dale says.

“This transition is very exciting to us because Morgan Stanley Smith Barney has some of the best intellectual capital on Wall Street, the state-of-theart technology to assist us in managing our clients’ portfolios, and perhaps the broadest investment platform of any firm on the street. A lot of new investment opportunities will be available to us that we would have never had access to had we stayed an independent firm.”

Essentially, clients will have the opportunity to receive the best of both worlds: the indi-

1 Registered Rep.’s August 2011-2008 rankings were compiled by Meridian-IQ. The Meridian ranking methodology involves using a variety of data sources, including the Meridian directory of registered representatives, public data and data provided by the advisors and their firms. Meridian employs a proprietary process to ensure the most accurate rankings possible. Registered Rep. magazine (now known as REP. magazine) is a publication for investment professionals. For more information go to www.wealthmanagement.com.

vidualized, personal attention of a financial advisory team combined with the financial strength, resources, and scope of a large financial institution.

“We’re taking the best of what has made us successful as an independent firm — our high-touch, proactive, relationship-centered approach — and blending that with the resources, technology, and platform of a global wealth management firm with international name recognition,” Dale says.

He also states that clients will continue to receive the personal care they did when they were with the independent firm.

“We wanted them to know that the changes would in no way change the relationship they have with me or any other financial advisors in our team. We would still help clients in how to allocate their capital and advise them how to manage their investments. This has been a huge win-win for both the team and our clients.” Without hesitation, Dale says joining Morgan Stanley Smith Barney is one of the best decisions he has ever made.

“I have made three very good decisions in my life. The first is marrying my wife, Sherrie, 20 years ago. The second one was starting my practice in The Villages and having the opportunity to meet so many wonderful people who reside here. The third best decision is joining Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, which is one of the

world’s leading companies in wealth management services. I’ve clearly been very blessed.”

Dale has also been blessed with a team of outstanding professionals who hold the titles of Vice PresidentWealth Management and Financial Advisor. That team includes Jeff Graunke, Brian Hentz, and Chad Noble. Each shares Dale’s philosophy of providing exceptional customer service and building and maintaining longterm relationships.

“We are maintaining our team approach to investment management and taking care of our clients,” Dale says. “We’re not changing anything about how we run our business. We are simply adding the backing, resources, and platform that Morgan Stanley Smith Barney brings, which are certainly a significant enhancement to what we had available before.”

Another thing that will not change is the company’s unique approach to providing education, community outreach, and customer appreciation events. Cebert Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney hosts quarterly workshops to address timely financial topics relevant to today’s unique economic climate.

These workshops inspire and empower clients to make informed decisions when it comes to managing their finances. The team has also in the past taken an active role in sponsoring, sup-

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney has some of the best intellectual capital on Wall Street, the state-of-the-art technology to assist us in managing our clients’ portfolios, and perhaps the broadest investment platform of any firm on the street.

1 Dale Cebert, Jeff Graunke, Brian Hentz, and Chad Noble are Financial Advisors with the Cebert Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney in The Villages-North, located at 11714 N.E. 62nd Terrace #100 in The Villages. Although the Cebert Wealth Management Group has helped to underwrite the production cost of the magazine to feature this article in its publication, it is not a solicitation nor is it intended to provide individually tailored investment advice. The views expressed herein are those of the author and may not necessarily reflect the views of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, member SIPC. This article is directed to residents in the state of Florida where the Financial Advisors on the Cebert Wealth Management Group are registered. For more information, please call 352.430.3083.

porting, and partnering in various activities and charities throughout the community. In addition, its customer appreciation events — golf scrambles,

bowling tournaments, and quarterly wine and hors d’ oeuvre celebrations — allow employees to get to know clients on a personal level.

Cebert Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 11714 Northeast 62nd Terrace, Suite 100, The Villages, FL 32162 Main 352.430.3083 Toll Free 800.831.8923 Fax 352.430.3084

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quick bites Rusty Fox Steakhouse

Buzzard Beach Bar

What makes Rusty Fox Steakhouse such a wonderful place to dine?

While the menu is more sophisticated than that of the standard burger and wing joint, the service is as friendly and unpretentious as you’d expect from a family-owned, local establishment. The restaurant has been a staple in Lake County since 1977 and offers wonderful dishes such as Rusty Fox shrimp and grits, Angus filet mignon, and roasted lemon-rosemary chicken.

LOCATION: 649 12th St. Clermont, FL. 34711 PHONE: 352.394.3333 HOURS: Lunch 11a.m.–4p.m. and dinner 4–9p.m. seven days a week

Have you had an amazing culinary experience lately?

Enjoyed something new in the entertainment or food and beverage venues in Lake or Sumter County? Please share! They may be featured in our Quick Bites section, the official Dining and Entertainment press release section for Lake and Sumter Style! Let us know about a new signature dish or menu, grand openings, new chefs and/or entertainment offerings so we can share them with our readers.

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At Buzzard Beach Bar, your table awaits … on an outdoor deck overlooking the gentle waters of Lake Eustis. This casual restaurant evokes the spirit of the Keys as diners feel the cool breeze coming off Lake Eustis, engage in fun and fellowship with friends, and satisfy their appetites with delicious sandwiches and seafood baskets. No wonder Buzzard Beach Grill has become a popular dining spot for Lake County and Central Florida residents alike. Popular items include juicy hamburgers, Philly cheese steak, grouper, and New York strip steak. On Fridays, order an 8-ounce boneless New York strip, corn on the cob, your choice of potato salad or coleslaw, and a domestic beer or soft drink for $10. The full-service liquor bar allows guests to enjoy their favorite cocktails and mixed drinks. Kayak, Jet Ski, and pontoon boat rentals are available.

LOCATION: 2050 U.S. Hwy. 441 Tavares, FL. 32778 PHONE: 352.552.8849 HOURS: 10a.m.–10p.m. seven days a week

San Juan Mexican Restaurant

Nicky D’s Pizza

One of the best places to satisfy your Mexican food fix is San Juan Mexican Restaurant in Leesburg. Feast on spicy salsa and chips while you wait for your main entrée. Then, treat yourself to some authentic south-of-the-border favorites such as sizzling fajitas, crispy tacos, large burritos, scrumptious enchiladas, and, of course, margaritas. Guests also frequently compliment the laid-back, casual atmosphere, prompt service, and friendly wait staff.

LOCATION: 1341 S. 14th St. Leesburg, FL. 34748 PHONE: 352.787.7575 HOURS: (Summer Hours) 11a.m.–8p.m. Monday–Saturday; 11a.m.–3p.m. Sunday

Catfish Johnny’s From fresh farm-raised catfish and fried jumbo shrimp to snow crab legs and Delmonico steak, Catfish Johnny’s serves up delicious entrees that will make you come back for more. The restaurant, which is located in Lake Panasoffkee, also offers daily specials such as Tuesday’s all-you-can-eat wings for $9.95 and Friday’s all-you-can-eat whole catfish for $12.95. In addition to tasty food, diners can also join in for karaoke fun from 7–10p.m. each Saturday. “Catfish” Johnny Galvin and his wife, Pat, have owned the restaurant for 22 years.

LOCATION: 2396 HWY. 470 LAKE PANASOFFKEE, FL. 33538 PHONE: 352.793.2083 HOURS: 10:30a.m.–9p.m. Monday– Saturday

In the heart of Umatilla there is a restaurant that continues winning over customers with its fresh and homemade Italian food. For pizza enthusiasts, The New Yorkstyle pizza and white special pies are sure to satisfy even the most discriminating tastes. The menu also features hot and cold subs, calzones, Stromboli, steaks, and chicken wings. Guests have the choice of dining in, picking up, or having their meals delivered.

LOCATION: 356 North Central Avenue. Umatilla, FL. 32784 PHONE: 352.669.2400 HOURS: 11a.m.–10p.m.

Tuesday–Thursday and Saturday; 11a.m.–11p.m. Friday.

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restaurant review Written by Pat Jocelyn • Photo by Fred Lopez

The Garden Gate Tea Room The petite blond was a photojournalist who not only covered the signing of the peace treaty between Jordan and Israel for The Associated Press, but also was befriended by a former aide to Golda Meir.

As part of a very intimate journey, and with a plan to document her findings, the Cleveland native also traveled to many foreign lands, retracing the steps of Jews who survived the holocaust and those who had returned or were planning to return to their ancient homeland. It was a journey rich with unabridged emotions — both hers and the people she encountered along the way.

The soft-spoken woman returned to Florida in 1998 to edit her work. She purchased a building in Mount Dora and remodeled the space, creating a studio for her editing work and a tea room where people could come to relax and enjoy the company of friends.

Meet Karen Sandvick, proprietor of downtown Mount Dora’s Garden Gate Tea Room.

As you enter her establishment, all of your senses are bombarded — in a good way. The aromas drifting in from the kitchen, laughter and friendly conversation, a décor that some would call shabby chic, all combine to create an inner sanctum that radiates warmth and peace.

The central tea room and Grandma’s Porch are used for general dining. There’s a vintage hat collection, a display of dainty tea cups and other delicate china, an assortment of handmade linens, and a multitude of vintage clothing.

Many of those items were donated by patrons.

Then there’s The Sanctuary, often used for special events and, in the high season, also provides additional dining space.

The Flower Garden is located in the building next door and is used for women’s retreats and other special events.

Lastly, there’s the outside venue: The Wedding Garden, where vintage weddings are held.

The welcoming décor, original “fromscratch” recipes, fresh ingredients, and a lot of love from Karen and her staff in the preparation and delivery of the meal, have patrons returning time and again.

Touring Garden Gate with Karen provided me the opportunity to absorb the overall ambiance of the place, but finally it was time to place my order. For an appetizer I chose the signature Sherry Crème of Carrot Bisque served with a dollop of cream and toasted almonds. The bisque was incredibly smooth and the splash of sherry was a welcome touch that added yet another layer of flavor to what was already a wonderful dish.

Next was Garden Gate’s most popular dish: Herb Encrusted, Rosemary Baked Chicken Pie. As I cut into the dish, I discovered a cornmeal crust hidden at the bottom. Healthy chunks of baked chicken breast were swimming in a to-die-for rosemary cream sauce. I could smell the rosemary before my fork reached my mouth. The dish was topped off with a delicate pastry crust that fell apart in tender flakes as I cut into its surface. Green beans and Garden Gate’s homemade cranberry sauce completed the presentation.

Dessert was a homemade peach cobbler. The peaches were clearly the star of the dish; they were not only cooked into the cobbler, but also fresh peach slices were served alongside with a scattering of blueberries and a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It was an excellent ending to an outstanding meal — one that I won’t soon forget.

Karen describes The Garden Gate Tea Room as a “blissful interlude of blessings; a pause in the hectic world we live in; a place of home and welcoming and all things gentle; a cross between grandma’s house and the French countryside.”

Well said Karen — well said.

POPULAR APPETIZERS: Sherry Crème of Carrot Bisque $4.95

POPULAR ENTREES: Herb-Crusted Rosemary Baked Chicken Pie $13.95

POPULAR HOMEMADE DESSERTS: Peach Cobbler $6.95

ADDRESS: 142 E 4th Avenue, Mount Dora, FL 32757-5584 PHONE: 352.735.2158 WEB: www.thegardengatetearoom.com HOURS: Monday–Friday 11a.m.–2:30p.m. and Saturday 11a.m.–3p.m.

SPECIAL EVENTS: Vintage garden weddings Group events

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the loving kitchen Written by Heather Pruett • Photos by Fred Lopez

The Loving Kitchen At my house, summertime with the kids means weekly pool parties with friends. Besides opening presents on Christmas morning, this might very well be Kycen and Sadie’s favorite activity. I happen to love it as well, especially because I see my kids with sincere smiles full of pure joy and happiness! But with all of the non-stop cannon balls, swimming, and in-water gymnastics moves, my little kiddos and their friends work up some big appetites. So to make sure everyone stays happy, I am always prepared with a few kid-friendly, healthy, and yummy dishes. If you are planning a pool party or play date, try these easy recipes that are sure to please your little ones… as well as the adults. And for a quick clean up, I always make sure to use plastic plates and utensils — because after a big swim, delicious lunch, and time in the sun, we can get straight to one of mommy’s favorite activities — nap time!

The Loving Kitchen is a next generation cooking show featuring Mount Dora wife and mother, Heather Pruett.

Visit Heather and family at www.thelovingkitchen.com.

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Chicken Cornbread Bites Yield: 20–25 chicken bites Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes

Pans/Utensils/Equipment Needed: Measuring cup Cutting board Medium mixing bowl Mixing spoon Large baking pan Large cookie sheet Set of measuring spoons Ingredients: 1 package chicken tenderloins 3 teaspoons Italian dressing seasoning mix 1 box Jiffy cornbread mix 1/3 cup milk 1 egg Olive oil Ketchup for dipping Mustard for dipping Junior Chef Jobs: Measuring Mixing Dipping Instructions: • Preheat oven to 350 F. • Lightly coat the bottom of the baking pan with olive oil.

• Place chicken tenderloins in baking pan.

• Sprinkle Italian dressing seasoning mix over chicken.

• Bake about 15–20 minutes until no longer pink inside.

• Mix together cornbread mix, milk, and egg. Stir well.

• Lightly coat bottom of baking sheet with olive oil or nonstick cooking spray.

• Cut crosswise cooked chicken strips into one-inch pieces.

• Take each piece of cooked chicken and generously dip into the cornbread mixture until fully coated.

• Place dipped chicken on baking sheet and bake for 8–10 minutes or until light golden brown.

• Serve with ketchup and mustard and enjoy!

Bacon Ranch Veggie Dip Yield: 2 cups Prep time: 5 minutes Chill time: 2 hours

Pans/Utensils/Equipment Needed: Measuring cup Medium mixing bowl Mixing spoon Ingredients: 1 cup olive oil mayonnaise 1 cup low-fat sour cream ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese ¼ cup crumbled bacon bits 1 envelope dry ranch dressing mix Assorted vegetables Junior Chef Jobs: Measuring Mixing Instructions: • In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine all ingredients and mix well.

• Chill for a minimum of two hours and serve with assorted vegetables.

Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips Yield: 4 cups of salsa Prep time: 25 minutes Chill time: 1 hour

Pans/Utensils/Equipment Needed: Large measuring cup Paring knife Cutting board Large mixing bowl 2 mixing spoons Large cookie sheet Medium sized cookie cutters Set of measuring spoons Small mixing bowl Ingredients: 1 cup strawberries, diced 1 cup watermelon, diced ½ cup blueberries ½ cup kiwis, diced ½ cup pineapple, diced ½ cup strawberry preserves ¼ cup brown sugar, split 8 large whole wheat tortillas 2 tablespoons cinnamon Olive oil cooking spray Junior Chef Jobs: Measuring Mixing Cutting out tortilla shapes Sprinkling cinnamon sugar Instructions: For fruit salsa • In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the first six ingredients and two tablespoons of brown sugar. Mix thoroughly.

• Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of one hour.

For cinnamon chips • Preheat oven to 350 F. • Using cookie cutters, cut out several tortilla shapes.

• Lightly spray tortillas with olive oil cooking spray.

• In a small mixing bowl, combine remaining sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over tortillas.

• Place on ungreased baking sheets.

• Bake for 5–10 minutes or just until crisp.

• Serve with fruit salsa and enjoy!

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saluté Written by Mary Ann DeSantis • Photo illustration by Anthony Casto

^ A Complete Education

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Back-to-school means buying books for the kids.

Why not pick up a few wine guides for yourself so you will know if those 2-for-1 supermarket wine specials are really drinkable?

Forget graduation. Learning about wine is never finished because there is always something new. Even sommeliers in upscale restaurants and winemakers at prestigious vineyards must update their knowledge because the world of wine constantly changes.

Attending tastings is the best way to learn what you like and don’t like. Once you become a wine lover, though, you may want to take your wine education to the next level — especially if you plan to start a wine collection or if you find yourself in unknown territory when you are looking through hundreds of bottles at the store and not sure which one to buy. How often do you wonder if the $20 bottle really is better than the $8?

Selecting a helpful wine book or guide can be just as daunting as buying a good bottle of wine. Over the years, I have amassed a small wine library, and I have bought a few books where the money would have been better spent on a bottle of cabernet. I do have several books that I have reread over and over when I have a question about wine, and I was happy to see them on a recent wine book recommendation list. Although there are hundreds of books about wine, these three classics are still among my favorites: WINDOWS ON THE WORLD COMPLETE WINE COURSE

by Kevin Zraly The 2001 edition of this book was a gift when I first began studying wines. Zraly has taught for 37 years at the Windows on the World Wine School, considered to be one of the best schools in the nation for wine service staffs. The easy-tounderstand style begins with the basics, including his “60-second expert tasting tips” to get the most from wine tasting experiences. If you have questions about grapes, regions, or specific wines, Zraly’s book has answers. Seldom do I buy newer editions of books I already own, but Windows on the World Complete Wine Course is an exception. The updated versions only get better and better. The 25th anniversary edition retails for $27.95.

GREAT WINE MADE SIMPLE: STRAIGHT TALK BY A MASTER SOMMELIER

by Andrea Immer Robinson A few years ago, one of the first wine clubs I joined used this book as our guide for tastings. Each chapter features suggested wine tastings to help you understand the “big six” varietals: riesling, sauvignon blanc, chardonnay, merlot, pinot noir, and cabernet sauvignon. Her advice and tips will help you buy wines with confidence. One of the first women master sommeliers, Robinson convinces readers that becoming an oenophile doesn’t mean becoming a wine snob. In fact, she doesn’t want you to be a snob but rather an educated buyer. I later bought her sequels about pairing wines with food and they, too, are excellent.

The hardcover price is $20.

LOVE BY THE GLASS: TASTING NOTES FROM A MARRIAGE

by Dorothy Gaiter and John Brecher This 2002 book is not so much a guide as it is a heart-warming story about a couple’s journey into the world of wine. As young Miami Herald reporters they discovered each other and Blue Nun Liebfraumilch, a popular wine of the 1970s. Their tastes evolved and so did their careers. For more than 12 years, they wrote the popular “Tastings” column for the Wall Street Journal (WSJ). I like to believe my real wine education began with that column. Each week, Gaiter and Brecher gave a little history about varietals or wine regions, and reviewed six or seven budget-friendly to high-end wines. I often took a clip of their WSJ column with me when I shopped for wines. In 1999, the Florida natives created a unique wine holiday called “Open that Bottle Night” on the last Saturday in February, which remains popular with their followers to this day. In 2006, I emailed a description of my “Open that Bottle Night” experience to Dorothy Gaiter and received a personal and inspiring reply. I knew then I wanted to write about wine. The paperback price is $14.95 or Kindle download is $11.99.

NEXT MONTH: Wine-related apps for your smartphone or electronic tablets can help you select a bottle of wine you are guaranteed to enjoy.

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Pisces Rising

A Fresh Florida Seafood and Steak House

239 W. Fourth Avenue, Mount Dora • 352.385.2669 Celebrated as the “Best of The Best” in Central Florida, Pisces Rising has now been serving its Unique Brand of Creoleribbean Fare for 8 years. Offering Fresh Seafood and Black Angus Beef served in a Casually Elegant Setting and Outside on a Spacious Deck with a Tiki Style Bar. Private Party and Meeting Rooms are available upstairs in the 1920’s home which sits fully restored inside the restaurant… “It’s like entertaining at home, but without the effort.” If you are having a party at home, let Pisces Rising,Too do the catering. Full Service or Delivery and Set Up. Call 352-223-1353. Pisces Rising overlooks Lake Dora and the Setting Sun. Open 7 Days a Week, with Live Entertainment Thursday through Sunday.

Mention this ad during August and receive a complimentary Champagne Toast or a slice of Our Famous Key Lime Pie.* “Laissez le Bon Temps Rouler!”

Lunch

Monday–Saturday 11:30a.m.–4p.m.

Sunday Brunch Menu 11a.m.–3p.m.

Dinner Sunday–Thursday Friday and Saturday *house rules apply

5p.m.–9p.m.

5p.m.–10p.m.

www.PiscesRisingDining.com

Ipanema Brazilian Steak House 2023 South Pine Avenue, Ocala • 352.622.1741 • www.ipanemaocala.com A Churrascaria (Portuguese for barbecue) is a dining experience where roaming Gauchos slice and serve fireroasted meats from skewers in a continual fashion. Ipanema Brazilian Steak House boasts 11 of the finest cuts of meat complemented by an opulent salad and vegetable bar, delectable desserts, and delicious wines, beers, and cocktails. Brazilian native and executive chef Ortencia De Almeida invites you to embrace the flavors of his homeland and experience the magnetism of Ipanema for yourself. Enjoy the weather and come dine on our new covered patio area! Become a fan of Ipanema on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ipanemaocala.

Great discounts online! We now offer an extensive appetizer menu and full dinner service outdoors. Happy Hour: 2 for 1 well drinks and house wines Tuesday–Friday, 4–7p.m. Our facilities will be available for private parties, and companies events Monday to Thursday from 11 to 2 pm. We can accommodate up to 150 people. Please contact manager for details.

Brunch, Sunday 12–3p.m. Dinner 4–9p.m.

Lunch, Friday 11a.m.–2:30p.m.

Tuesday–Thursday 4p.m.–9p.m.

Friday and Saturday 4p.m.–10p.m.

Palm Tree Grille 351 North Donnelly Street, Mount Dora 352.735.1936 • www.palmtreegrille.com Located in Mount Dora, the Palm Tree Grille has been family owned and operated since 1995.

The décor is sophisticated yet casual allowing for the perfect meeting, family gathering, or private event. Our “Wall of Wine” makes for a stunning display of over 600 bottles of wine. Culinary offerings include classic Italian as well as steaks, chops, seafood, pasta, salads, tasty sandwiches, sumptuous desserts, and more. Guests can relax in the lounge where we offer a full bar with unique wines, craft beers, and a variety of spirits. The restaurant is available for special events such as weddings, corporate functions, family gatherings and other celebrations. Every month the Palm Tree Grille operates a “Wine Connoisseur Dinner.” These exciting dinners offer four-course meals with each course being paired to a particular wine. Guests may also purchase wines to take home with you, just as you would in a wine shop.

HOURS: Sunday Monday–Saturday

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Noon–8p.m.

11a.m.–9p.m.

Subway www.subway.com Custom-made, fresh sandwiches, salads and flatbreads made right before your eyes.

The “healthy” alternative to fast food.

LADY LAKE 208 W. Guava St. 352.750.4929

LEESBURG 2013 Citrus Blvd.

352.787.6442

THE VILLAGES 1580 Bella Cruz Dr. 352.750.9600

EUSTIS 469 Plaza Dr. 352.357.7827

10135 U.S. Hwy. 441, Suite 4 352.326.3234

8796 S.E. 165th Mulberry Ln. 352.750.9991

MOUNT DORA 18870 U.S. Hwy. 441 352.735.4376

27405 U.S. Hwy. 27, Suite 4 352.314.8847

Monday–Saturday Sunday

WILDWOOD 480 W. Gulf To Alantic Hwy. 352.748.8800

1070 Lake Sumter Landing Dr. 352.205.8535 349 Colony Blvd.

352.391.1657

10a.m.–10p.m.

10a.m.–9p.m.

Cheeser’s Palace Café and Catering Chocolate and Cheese Shop 707 W Montrose Street, Clermont • 352.404.9431 • www.CheesersPalace.com Cheeser’s Palace Café is nestled in the heart of historic downtown Clermont.The cafe’s European flair and commitment to quality food and presentation makes it a must for all those looking for a unique dining experience. Breakfast is deep in traditions, with the added excitement of specialty omelets, crepes, and fresh danishes. Lunch offers a wondrous array of choices for our famous four-cheese grilled-withtomato sandwich to our unique fresh salad menu and homemade soups. Free cheese tastings every third Saturday of the month from 5-8p.m. Amanda and Carol look forward to meeting you.

Call us now for all-occasion catering. Breakfast served all day on weekends.

Tuesday–Saturday Sunday

7:30a.m.–3p.m.

7:30a.m.–2p.m.

Hurricane Dockside Grill 3351 W. Burleigh Blvd. • 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 28 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

11a.m.-10p.m.

11a.m.-11p.m.

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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.

Lunch Dinner

Tuesday–Saturday 11a.m.–3:00p.m.

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).

The Speckled Butterbean 5995 Signature Road, Wildwood • 352.748.5333 522 North Market Blvd., Webster • 352.569.5333 (Located inside Sumter County Farmers Market) If you love mouth-watering, delicious country-style cooking, then you are in for a treat.

The Speckled Butterbean Restaurant has opened a second restaurant located in Wildwood.

You’ll find all your favorites — from sausage gravy and biscuits for breakfast to fried chicken with mashed potatoes and gravy for dinner to slow-cooked, melt-in-your-mouth pot roast with fresh vegetables for supper. Come and taste delicious country recipes handed down from generation to generation.

GIFT SHOP NOW OPEN Open 7 days a week Breakfast Dinner Supper

6–10:30a.m.

10:30a.m.–4p.m.

4–9p.m.

Stone Creek Grille 9676 S.W. 62nd Loop, Ocala • 352.291.2140 The Stone Creek Grille is open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner offering American Continental cuisine with a delicious selection of entrees including steaks, seafood, sandwiches and salads. Enjoy prime rib, grouper, cubans, reubens and specialty salads. Feast on exquisitely prepared specials by Chef Kathy with entrees like Tuscan chicken, seafood fettuccini, crab cakes and prime rib. Not only will you enjoy exceptional cuisine, you will also be pampered by our waitstaff while experiencing the Grille’s breathtaking view.

Hours of Operation: Breakfast: Monday–Saturday 7a.m.–10:30a.m.

Lunch: Monday–Saturday 11a.m.–3p.m.

Dinner: Wednesday–Saturday 4p.m.–8p.m.

Brunch: Sunday 9a.m.–3p.m.; Lounge: 7am–8p.m. Daily Happy Hour: Monday–Friday 4p.m.–6p.m.

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Bamboo Bistro 700 North Hwy. 441 (In front of Target), Lady Lake • 352.750.9998 The Villages Bamboo Bistro welcomes you to have 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 Tao’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

HOURS: Monday–Thursday Friday and Saturday Sunday

11a.m.–9:30p.m.

11a.m.–10p.m.

Noon–9p.m.

Cousin Vinnie’s World Famous Chicken Wings Open seven days a week: 11a.m.–9p.m. | Food, Spirits, Music, Sports 10700 US Hwy 441, Leesburg • 352.253.2442 Cousin Vinnie’s is located on U.S. Hwy. 441 across from Lake Square Mall.This recently expanded restaurant now offers seating to accommodate 90 guests. Owner Vinnie Vittoria has created a unique atmosphere by combining a sports bar with a family restaurant. Since opening in July 2008,Vinnie’s has become famous for mouth-watering chicken wings for its 30-plus wing flavors.The residents of Lake and Sumter counties have voted them BEST WINGS in 2009, 2010 and 2011. Every Monday night Cousin Vinnie’s hosts “Bike Night” with happy hour from 5–7p.m.Tuesday night is “Family Night” from 5–8p.m. when kids 10 and under eat free.Wednesday night is “Trivia Night” when the fun starts at 7p.m. with great prizes given to the top three teams.Thursday night starts with a Corn Hole Tournament and ends with Karaoke — big fun and cash prizes all night! Every Sunday rounds out the week with very cheap wings and everyone’s favorite sports on the big screens. Cousin Vinnie’s also offers a variety of beer and wine, free Wi Fi, awesome music, and an enthusiastic staff ready to serve you! “I absolutely look forward to serving you and your family very soon!” says owner Cousin Vinnie.

Would you like to see your restaurant in our dining section?

Call us at 352.787.4112

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Saturday, September 29, 2012 | 10a.m.–2p.m.

winemusicfoodart

tickets: $15 in advance, $20 day of event Available at Simon Seed Farm and Garden Center

Pairings Saturday, August 11, 2012 at the Leesburg Center for the Arts in historic downtown Leesburg. • 6pm: Champagne Artist’s Reception – Meet artist Cheryl Jones Evans for a private VIP exhibit opening reception of her “Music and Keys” series. • 7pm: Gourmet Dining Experience – Five course fine dining experience featuring wine and live music pairings with each course.

• Tour beautiful private residential gardens • Watch plein air artists at work in the gardens • Learn about Florida’s native plants • Meet Gardening Authors and Experts • Visit Lake County’s y Wings g and Wildflowers Festival 429 West Magnolia Street, Leesburg, Florida 34748

www.leesburgcenter4arts.com 352.365.0232

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Tickets are $78 each. Intimate tables of 4 or 6 available. Limited Seating. Reserve your tickets at Two Old Hags Wine Shoppe in historic downtown Leesburg or by calling 352.435.9107.

All proceeds benefit the children’s programs of the Leesburg Center for the Arts.

Let us provide free round-trip transportation for you and your group of 30 or more guests. Our 49-passenger bus is available for Sunday Brunch or any evening meal at the Embers.

Hours: Monday thru Thursday - 4:30 to 10:00 Friday and Saturday - 4:30 to 11:00 Sunday brunch from 11:30 to 2:30, Sunday - 4:30 to 9:30

US HWY 441 Leesburg 352.728.8989 | vicsembers.com

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THEStyle THE CALL OF

Brandon Johnson didn’t choose the cosmetology tology industry — he says it chose him. Since he was a young boy, Brandon has loved innovation and style and it seemed he was destined to pursue a career in cosmetology. osmetology. This led to his eventually opening his own salon, Royal Elegance, in Leesburg.

“Like a painter uses a canvas and paint to create a picture, I use hair, scissors, and curlers to create living masterpieces,” sayss Johnson. “I channel my talent to transform blah to WOW!” Another stylist who has found her calling is Carey Williams. Williams works in the Bibbity Boppity Boutique at the Disney World orld Magic Kingdom — and for her, the calling to be a stylist was nearly as obvious as it was for Johnson.

“I grew up watching my stepmom do all thatt fun stuff,” Williams says, describing how as a young girl she watched her stepmom mom styling client’s hair. Now, after completing her own schooling in cosmetology, ology, she says, “I love it! It’s all about being creative and hands on.”

Johnson and Williams both agree they wouldn’t ldn’t be where they are today if it weren’t for a stellar education — an education on received through the prestigious cosmetology school, The Salon Professional onal Academy (TSPA).

TSPA specializes in providing students with h the tools they need to be successful in the professional beauty industry. Artists maximize their overall potential through specialized training programs, ograms, which provide students with the knowledge they need to succeed d in the ever-changing world of cosmetology.

Both former students say the atmosphere is what drew them to TSPA. For Johnson, it was the glitz and glam – “just likee New York,” he says. For Williams, the vibrant colors, the fun and excitement, ent, and the friendly vibe helped her decide. Whatever the reason any of the hundreds undreds of future stylists find to o attend TSPA, all students come away with exactly actly what Johnson and Williams both found there — a priceless education that prepares them for all facets of the beauty industry.

Learning how to cut, shape, style, and color or according to a client’s particular needs are just a few of the things students can learn earn from their experience at TSPA. Williams says the educators “made things stick” ck” for her and she regularly uses the specialized techniques she learned at TSPA.. Johnson says learning how to cut at different angles and learning how to createe color are tricks-of-the-trade that helped mold him into the successful businessman man he is today.

“I owe it all to TSPA,” says Johnson. “I learned ned invaluable styling techniques that have been instrumental to my success as a stylist.”

For more information:

The Salon Professional Academy 11915 CR 103, The Villages Admissions 352.753.5511 / Appointments 352.259.6717 .6717

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Cheryl Jones Evans Meet and Greet August 11 A private VIP exhibit opening reception for artist Cheryl Jones Evans’ “Music and Keys” series will be held at the Leesburg Center for the Arts, 429 W. Magnolia Street in downtown Leesburg. At 6 p.m. there will be a champagne artist’s reception followed by a gourmet dining experience at 7 p.m. that will include wine and live music pairings with each course. Tickets are $78 each.

Intimate tables of 4 or 6 are available, but seating is limited so reserve your tickets at Two Old Hags Wine Shoppe in downtown Leesburg or by calling 352.435.9107. All proceeds benefit the children’s programs of the Leesburg Center for the Arts.

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Want to know which wine goes best with that delicious entrée?

Well, the wine pairing menu at Pisces Rising, which is prepared by a professional chef and sommelier, allows you to taste the perfect parings at your leisure. Come enjoy this intimate dining experience on the third weekend of each month and let the subtleties of delightful wines enhance the rich flavors of a perfectly planned three-course menu. Your meal is followed by a complimentary “lagniappe,” Creole for “a little something extra.”

Dinners are $50 per person and reservations are recommended.

Pisces Rising is a fresh Florida seafood and steak house located at 239 West Fourth Avenue in Mount Dora. For reservations call 352.385.2669 or visit www.PiscesRisingDining.com.

The inaugural Artist’s Summit presented by Publix brings together the finest artists of Lake and Sumter counties for a juried art show and sale to benefit the athletes of Special Olympics Florida. Special Olympics Florida provides year-round sports training and competition to children and adults with intellectual disabilities, at no cost to the athlete or their caregiver, as a means to achieve physical fitness, self-esteem, socialization skills, and the life skills necessary to be productive, respected, and contributing members of their communities. Join us Friday, August 24 from 6–9p.m. at Mission Inn Resort and Club.

Wine and cheese reception will be followed by art show, sale and awards. The cost is $15 to attend. Call Chuck Webb at 352.243.9536 or email chuckwebb@sofl.org for more details.

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EVENTS “A Night of Romance” Lingerie Show (August 1) Plan to attend this women-only benefit from 7-9p.m. at AL’s Landing Restaurant at 111 W. Ruby Street, Tavares. Guests are entered in the prize giveaways upon purchase of tickets. All proceeds will benefit The Haven of Lake and Sumter counties.

Tickets are $20 each and seating is limited. Reserve your tickets at the Hairstranz Hair & Nail Salon on 500 S. Duncan Drive, Tavares or by calling 352.343.4237.

PAWS Therapy Dogs Story Time and Craft (August 9) Come and spend some quality time with the PAWS Therapy Dogs and enjoy a special reading time with a themed craft. This event is fun for all ages. Families are welcome. A great way for children to make their Accelerated Reader points for school. Event will take place from 3:30–4:30 p.m. at the Fruitland Park Public Library, 205 West Berckman Street, Fruitland Park. Call Jo-Ann Glendinning at 352.360.6561 for more information.

Professional Women of Wildwood Association Business Expo (August 11) The GFWC Wildwood Women’s Club presents the Expo from 11a.m.–3p.m. Saturday, August 11 at the Wildwood United Methodist Church, 300 Mason Street, Wildwood. This event is a fundraiser for breast cancer research and a research team member from the Moffitt Cancer Center will be available at the event. Door prizes, beauty consultants, health advice, nutritional tips, and much more will be available. For more information, email Terri Powell at powell.terri@ymail.com.

Women’s Self-Defense (August 11) Aikido is a martial art that seeks to harmonize the attacker and the defender so they can blend seamlessly.

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The defender is taught the techniques of O’sensei to immobilize and neutralize the attacker without injury to either party.

Aikido utilizes the energy of the attacker in the defense of the practitioner. If you are someone who is seeking a martial art that doesn’t use strength, then Aikido is the art for you. DiMarco Sensei is the chief instructor of Lake Aikikai. Call Amber Johnson at 352.255.1969 or email Johnsonpossibilities@yahoo.com for more details.

Professional Clothing Exchange (August 14) Delia’s Boutique is hosting the monthly women’s professional networking event and professional clothing exchange from 6–9p.m. at Levi’s Bistro, 114 South 5th Street, Leesburg. Come join this group of professional women to make connections and add to your professional wardrobe. For more information, call Diane at 352.321.0628.

American Legion Light Bites and Meat Shoots (August 17) Come join us for lots of fun and win top choice cuts of meats picked up the same day from Best Meats Butcher Shop. Bring a friend for a fun evening. Win pork chops, chicken breasts, ground chuck, and more. Lite Bites at 5p.m. followed at 6p.m. by 40 Games of “Shoots” for $10.

Come join the fun at American Legion Post 219 at 194 West Fountain Street in Fruitland Park. Call 352.787.2338 for more information.

The 18th Annual Harvest Grape Stomp (August 18 and 19) Finally, harvest season has arrived and we can enjoy grape stomping competitions.

The lucky winners will receive prizes for their efforts. This event is perfect for a family outing. Listen to continuous live music, by superb local musicians, for the entire weekend. Lakeridge wine, beer, soft drinks and a variety of food will be available for purchase, along with complimentary winery tours and

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tastings. Come down to Lakeridge Winery and Vineyards, 19239 North U.S. Highway 27 in Clermont from 10a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday and 11a.m.–5p.m.

Sunday for food and fun. A $2 donation is requested, and all proceeds benefit Cornerstone Hospice of Lake and Sumter. Call 352.394.8627 or email lakeridgewinery@lakeridgewinery.com for more details.

Casino Night (August 18) Join us at the Lakeside Inn for a fun-filled night of blackjack, roulette, craps, and poker tables at 7:30p.m. Light hors d’oeuvres and desserts. Cash bar. Lakeside Inn is located at 100 N.Alexander Street, Mount Dora. For ticket information, call the Mount Dora Chamber of Commerce at 352.383.2165 or visit www. mountdora.com/festivals.php.

Downtown Eustis Cruise-In (August 25) The downtown Eustis Cruise-In features an average of 150 classic, antique, and custom vehicles lining the streets. Take a stroll down memory lane, check out beautiful cars, and listen to great tunes from a disc jockey. Registration is free. Great door prizes and eight $50 cash prizes will be given away. Drive on over to Ferran Park, Magnolia Avenue in downtown Eustis from 5–8:30p.m. for a good old time.

Call Wayne Carter at 352.357.8555 for email events@eustismainstreet.org for more details.

Reduce Your Stress (August 30) Partners in Health, through the Golden Triangle YMCA, is now offering members free monthly senior wellness programs to promote healthy living to seniors: Doc Talks, health screenings, vendor fairs, scholarships and incentives for seniors to join the YMCA activities. Don’t wait to start living a healthy and active lifestyle!

Event is from 9–10:30a.m. at 1465 David Walker Road, Tavares. For more information, call 352.343.1144 or visit www.ymcacentralflorida.com.

MUSIC & THEATER The Fox and The Fairway (August 1-12) Bingham, the president of the Quail Valley Country Club, has everything on the line in the big golf tournament. He suddenly finds himself short his best golfer and seems sure to lose, but the newly hired hand and hopelessly lovesick Justin comes to Quail Valley’s rescue. Until Louise, his “best friend,” loses their engagement ring! He needs to find a way to get rid of his rival, find his composure, and win the tournament. Melon Patch Players, located in Leesburg, 311 N. 13th Street.

For ticket information and show times, call 352.787.3013.

Into the Woods (August 1-5) A Baker and his Wife, Cinderella, Little Red, Rapunzel and Jack cross paths as each seeks “happily ever after” in this irreverent musical fantasy about life, love, and the stories we tell our children.

IceHouse Theatre, 1100 N. Unser Street, Mount Dora. For tickets and information, call 352.383.3133, email jean@ icehousetheatre.com, or visit www. icehousetheatre.com.

Lakeside Inn Summer Lawn Concert Series (August 4) Bring your lawn chairs or a blanket to kick back and relax on the lawn of historic Lakeside Inn for the Summer Lawn Concert Series. No coolers, please. The Bonazzoli Band will perform playing live at 7p.m. and should conclude around 10p.m. No admission is charged for this fun, family event. Call the front desk at Lakeside Inn at 800.556.5016 or email info@lakeside-inn.com for more information.

Bay Street Summer Theater Camp (August 5) Join us this summer for a wonderful day filled with friends, fun, and theater. Morning hours are spent rehearsing for a full-length musical and in the afternoon guest artists

from around Orlando teach classes on everything from hip-hop, to stage makeup, to improvisation. The camp is held at the Bay Street Theater, 109 North Bay Street in Eustis from 9a.m.–2p.m.. The cost is $350. Call Amanda Warren at 352.357.7777 or email Mariah@baysteetplayers.org for more information.

Gospel Music Celebration (August 26) Come enjoy beautifully rendered popular songs for your evening’s entertainment. This is not a religious event full of gospel and grog!

Join in on the fun at Tremain’s Tavern, 100 North Alexander Street in Mount Dora from 6–8p.m. Contact the front desk at Lakeside Inn at 352.383.4101 or email info@lakeside-inn.com for more information.

Opera at the Library (August 27) Students and the public are invited to attend educational programs, classes, and discussions of opera and the operatic experience. Meetings are held in Room 108B at the Cooper Memorial Library, 2525 Oakley Seaver Drive, Clermont from 1:45–5p.m. Norma Trivelli, Lake-Sumter Community College adjunct professor of foreign languages and voice, conducts the programs. Call Dennis Smolarek at 352.563.2275 or email dsmolarek@lakeline.lib.fl.us for more details.

ONGOING EVENTS Amputee Support Group “W.A.L.K” (Fourth Monday)Waterman Amputee & Limb Loss Konnections (W.A.L.K.) is a support group for amputees and people with limb loss. Our mission is to empower all amputees and people with limb loss to live quality lives, achieve active lifestyles, and continue to be productive members of society. Held the fourth Monday of each month (except December), 6–7p.m.

at the Florida Hospital Waterman Garden Conference Room B. Refreshments provided. Call for topic of the month or more information: Tracey Estok, 352.253.3892.

The In Focus Photo Club (First and Third Thursdays) Interested in photography? Join the In Focus Photo Club! IFPC welcomes photo buffs of every skill level to join a small, active club providing members with educational and social experiences. We have informal meetings with programs, special events, image critiques, field trips, and more. Family and individual memberships include a diversity of experiences, from beginner to fullyemployed professional photographers.

We meet at 6:30p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church in Eustis, 2727 S. Grove Street.

Check us out at infocusphotclub.com.

PAWS for Mount Dora (Second Sundays)“Park and Bark” at Mt. Dora Sushi to pick up your map then head out on to the “waggin trail” to discover great places in Mount Dora to spend time with your pup. Get stamped at different monthly pet-friendly locations then return with your card to be entered to win some fabulous prizes! Free. Mt. Dora Sushi, 124 E 3rd Ave., Mt. Dora. 11a.m.–3p.m. For more information call Janet at 352.217.8390.

Sumter Blind/VIP Support Group (Second Mondays) The Sumter Blind/Visually Impaired Person (VIP) Support Group will meet at 11:30a.m. on the second Monday of the month.

The meetings take place at the Coffee House Restaurant, located at County Road 466A and Highway 301 in Wildwood, and are open to all blind or visually impaired individuals, caregivers and other interested parties.

Guests must register by the Friday before each meeting to reserve a seat.

352.435.5040.

Wildwood Women’s Club (Fourth Mondays) September through May, the Wildwood Women’s Club meets on the fourth Monday of the month for a light dinner and discussion of fundraisers and other planned activities.

Any woman interested in joining the club is encouraged to contact the club for meeting locations. There is no charge to attend. 352.457.4936.

LWV of The Villages/Tri-County Area (Fourth Mondays) League of Women Voters members and guests meet on the fourth Monday of the month from September to May. Guest speakers from the tri-county area attend to address important community issues. The League is nonpartisan, and membership is open to women and men 18 years and older. There is no charge to attend. 352.750.1366.

Opera @ the Library (Fourth Mondays) Cooper Memorial Library hosts this monthly program to bring the passion and joy of opera to the public.

The meetings are from 2–5p.m. and feature educational and entertaining programs on opera. 352.536.2275.

George E. Mattson Classes (Mondays and Wednesdays) World-renowned Uechi-ryu Karate expert George E. Mattson will hold classes for youngsters and adults year-round at the Mount Dora Community Building. City of Mount Dora residents will receive a discount, and scholarships are available.

5–7p.m. 352.735.7183.

Literary Guild (First Tuesdays) Join Literary Guild members at the Lake Eustis Museum of Art on the first Tuesday of each month at 1:30p.m. for a fun and informal book discussion.

The meetings are held from October to May, and admission is free for museum members and $3 for guests. Visit www. lakeeustismuseumofart.org or call 352.483.2900.

Breastfeeding Workshops (Second Mondays and First Wednesdays) South Lake Hospital’s Centre for Women’s Health is now offering two new breastfeeding support services for local moms. Breastfeeding Workshop 1, held on the first Wednesday of the month from 6:30–9p.m., is an educational class for expectant parents to teach breastfeeding basics and establish proper habits. Breastfeeding Workshop 2, held on the second Monday of the month from 6:30–8:30p.m., focuses on advanced breastfeeding issues. Every class is taught by a certified lactation consultant, and registration is required. Cost is $30.

Visit www.southlakehospital.com or call 352.241.7109.

Anime Club (Second Tuesdays) Teens meet from 3:30–5p.m. every second Tuesday of the month at the Tavares Public Library to discuss their favorite anime and manga. Free.

352.742.6204.

Moms’ Morning Out (Wednesdays) Moms of all ages can bring their little ones, newborn to six months, to this casual, fun, and supportive group meeting to discuss parenting issues and socialize with other moms.

10–11:30a.m. on the second floor of the Centre for Women’s Health at South Lake Hospital. No cost to attend; registration not necessary.

352.241.7109.

Cagan Crossings Farmer’s Market (Wednesdays) This year-round, weekly market is held Wednesday evenings at 533 Cagan Park Avenue on U.S. Hwy. 27, one mile north of Hwy. 192. 4–7p.m. Visit www.cagancrossings.com or call 352.243.9005.

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Typically, a trip to Lakeridge Winery entails sampling the company’s finest red and white wines and admiring the seemingly endless rows of Muscadine grapes that stretch up and down gently rolling hillsides.

This month, though, visitors will receive an added bonus: they can jump feet first into a grape-stomping contest and tickle their toes with flying drops of grape juice.

Sticky feet — as well as the constant sounds of stomping and squishing—will be plentiful during Lakeridge Winery’s 18th annual Harvest Grape Stomp. The event, which is being held August 18–19, promises to ooze lots fun for participants.

According to Kyle Johnson, the winery’s sales and marketing manager, this month is ideal for grape-stomping because the harvest season for native Muscadine grapes typically begins in midAugust. Leftover grapes from the harvest are used for the grape stomp. Although Lakeridge Winery now boasts high-tech machinery to extract juice from grapes, having a stomping contest allows participants to relive this tradition of a bygone era when juice was removed by crushing the grapes with human feet.

“Before the invention of wine presses, people would pick grapes by hand and then stomp on them so they could extract the juice to make wine,” Johnson says. “Having a grape-stomping contest is our way of celebrating an old tradition of how wine used to be made.”

So, how does a grape-stomping contest work?

Participants climb into a wooden barrel that is half-filled with grapes and situated on an elevated platform. Handrails are placed on each side of the barrel so stompers can balance themselves.

Once the competition begins, fancy footwork becomes key as competitors attempt to stomp their way to glory. Those who extract the most juice

after two minutes are awarded prizes such as a t-shirt, glass of wine, or toy.

Yes, participants will be “juiced up” following the competition but will have an opportunity to hose off their legs and feet. They may also need to take a breather. “This is actually a good cardiovascular workout,” Johnson says. “You definitely expend some energy during those two minutes.”

Never fear, wine enthusiasts. The juice extracted from the competition goes into a compost pile by day’s end and is not used in the winemaking process.

Have a ‘grape’ time The event includes plenty of other activities for those who have cold feet about getting sticky feet. Attendees can enjoy live, continuous music throughout the weekend. Saturday’s lineup begins at 10a.m. with the Groovemasters, who specialize in jazz, funk, R & B, and Latin. The Robert Harris Group, a premier jazz group in Central Florida, will perform at 2p.m. On Sunday, visitors can enjoy the delightful music of Beautiful Bobby Blackmon and the B3 Blues Band, which is known for its contemporary Southern soul and blues music. The group performs at 2p.m.

Visitors can also take guided tours of Lakeridge Winery’s 28,000-square-foot, Mediterranean-style facility. During the tour, guests will see the large stainless steel tanks where wine is fermented and stored prior to bottling and also learn about every step of the winemaking process. In addition, they will be treated to a majestic view of the vineyard that stretches across the beautiful 127-acre property.

At the conclusion of the tour, visitors assemble at a tasting counter, which looks similar to a bar minus the seats. There, they sample a variety of Lakeridge Winery’s popular red and white award-winning wines made from Muscadine and hybrid grapes. The tour guide explains what foods complement each individual wine.

The event also features an arts and crafts show, and plenty of food vendors will be available.

Of course, Johnson encourages everyone to give grape stomping a try. After all, it is a barrel of fun — and if you have never tried it, maybe it’s time to get your feet wet.

Lakeridge Winery is located at 19239 U.S. Hwy. 27 in Clermont. For more information, please call 352.394.8627 or visit www.lakeridgewinery.com.

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It takes many people to provide quality, compassionate and personal medical care PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS (PA) and ADVANCED REGISTERED NURSE PRACTITIONERS (ARNP) play a critical role.

PAs and ARNPs are the unsung heroes of a physician’s practice. Their mid-level medical status enables them to treat patients much as a physician would, but their schedules allow them to take the extra time with a patient that a busy physician just doesn’t have in today’s hectic world.

PAs and ARNPs are licensed healthcare professionals who practice medicine under close

physician supervision. Much like physicians, PAs and ARNPs perform exams, order and interpret diagnostic tests, diagnose illnesses, initiate and manage treatment plans, counsel patients on all aspects of preventive health care, and prescribe medications. PAs may also assist the physician during surgery. They are trained to work closely with physicians and complement physician care in all respects.

PAs complete medical based education that is very heavy in pathophysiology of the human body and have more advanced

training from a purely scientific standpoint, while ARNPs have a deeper social science training that grows from the unique theories that are taught through the nursing programs.

This gives ICE patients the best of both worlds: the latest in specialized technological medical care and a nurse’s caring and compassionate bedside manner that treats the patient as a person, not just a patient.

“Our PAs and ARNPs enable us to provide the best possible integrated healthcare available today,” says Dr. Asad Qamar.

KevinNOON ARNP Kevin Noon started his journey into cardiology 18 years ago when he was one of Monroe Regional Medical Center’s youngest ICU nurses.

He worked in the cardiac critical care unit for five years while he finished studying for his Master of Science in Nursing degree at the University of Florida, graduating in 1998 as an ARNP. Since then, Noon has worked in the fields of asthma, allergy, sleep, and obesity medicine. He joined Dr. Qamar’s practice four years ago and has been enjoying cardiology ever since.

“What is so wonderful about working here at ICE is the fact that when Dr. Qamar takes on a new mid-level healthcare worker such as a PA or ARNP, he puts them through a rigorous training program that teaches them his “recipe” or method for treating his patients.

Then the trainee does six months of rounds with Dr. Qamar that is similar to a miniresidency or an apprenticeship.

Only when Dr.

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“I consider the care and the expertise they provide to be on level with that of a physician. They are very down-to-earth and have such a great relationship with each patient. Many times, as a physician, I find that my time is stretched, but I have such confidence in, and work so closely with, our PAs and ARNPs that I know each one of our patients is getting just as much care from them as I am able to provide. I would trust each of my medical team’s abilities with my own family members.”

Qamar feels the PA or ARNP is totally ready, will he allow them to begin treating patients. Even then, there is very close collaboration between the doctor and his new worker. Dr. Qamar is very particular when it comes to his patients and makes sure each one receives the best care we can possibly give.

“We, the PAs and ARNPs, become an extension of Dr. Qamar. We become his eyes, ears, and hands at his various offices. When he is in the catheterization lab, we will be in one of the other offices taking care of ICE patients just as if he was there. This allows us to reach more people while delivering the quality care Dr. Qamar brings to his practice… all the while under his indirect supervision. If we have any issues at all concerning patient care or test results, Dr. Qamar is right there with the guidance and answers we need. And that’s why I love working here at ICE.”

“Kevin Noon is my guardian angel.

He walked into my hospital room, discovered me in cardiac arrest, and saved my life. You won’t find a better nurse practitioner anywhere and if it wasn’t for Kevin — I wouldn’t be here today.”

— TracyDUBOIS

JoseSOCARRAS PA-C Jose Socarras enjoyed his job at Mercy Hospital in Miami as a medical lab technician so much that he decided to attend medical school. Following graduation from Auton University at Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, Socarras returned to Miami and Mercy where he gained the status of physician’s assistant and spent the next 17 years assisting in thoracic and vascular surgery. He has participated in open-heart procedures and heart transplants.

Socarras’ love of horses brought him to Central Florida when he bought a horse farm in Micanopy.

He then began to work at Ocala Regional Hospital and now has taken the next step in his medical career, a position at ICE. “I love it here,” PA Socarras says. “Working with Dr. Qamar, Kevin Noon, and Sheila DePaolo is such a pleasure. We are such a great teamand everyone is so helpful.”

SheilaDEPAOLO PA-C As a small child, Sheila DePaolo remembers her mother breaking her nose. When her mother returned home from the hospital, 4-year-old Sheila immediately took over her care, making sure she was comfortable and well cared for. Twenty-one years later, she is still taking care of people — but on a much larger scale.

“I have always loved taking care of others and I am simply fascinated with the human body,” says DePaolo, now a physician’s assistant (PA) with the Institute of Cardiovascular Excellence (ICE). “Since I was young, I have known exactly what I wanted to do and I am so excited to be fulfilling my dreams.”

PA DePaolo was born in Connecticut and has lived most of her life in Florida. While attending Forest High School in Ocala, she was dually enrolled at Central Florida Community College. During this time, and as a prime example of her untiring work ethic, she worked as a clerical assistant in a physician’s office.

It was here PA DePaolo first encountered a physician’s assistant and quickly decided to pursue it as a career. “I love the responsibility that comes with being a PA,” she says. “Physician assistants are educated and trained to know and practice all the different healthcare specialties, allowing a broad foundation of medical knowledge. PAs have the

“My husband, Francis, recently passed away after suffering from COPD for many years. When he was hospitalized, Jose Socarras visited him in the hospital every day.

He treated Francis with the utmost respect and kindness, while keeping us both carefully informed of every step he would take in my husband’s treatment. I am so pleased with the care and concern he afforded us through such a difficult time.”

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freedom to work with the entire patient and I love that.”

Following community college graduation, she graduated from the University of Florida with her Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology and Cellular Science and enrolled in the physician assistant school at the University of Florida. She graduated with a Master of Physician Assistant Studies at the young age of 24 and immediately began her career as a PA at ICE in 2011.

“I have been here for one year and I absolutely love it,” she says. “As a PA, I work very closely with Dr. Qamar, who has such a passion for helping and teaching others, no matter who the individual. He has certainly passed this trait on to his mid-level providers. I enjoy being a part of such a professional team that focuses so much on the care of the patient.”

“The only word I can use to describe Sheila DePaolo is extraordinary! She is kind-hearted, understanding, and she takes the time to sit and talk with me to fully explain my treatment. Extraordinary!”

— ThelmaGHIGLIOTTY

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BobDIPRIMIO “I had a heart bypass in 1993 following a heart attack. Dr. Qamar performed a heart and leg catheterization and concluded

that I needed a pacemaker and the proper medications for my heart and stents to alleviate the peripheral artery disease he found in my legs. I can honestly say I am absolutely satisfied

BethSWING “I fell three years ago and severely sprained my right ankle.

As I walked I compensated for the pain in my ankle and my left leg began to hurt behind my knee.

I returned to my orthopedic doctor and an MRI showed that everything was structurally okay.

“Recently the pain

with the exceptional care I have received from Dr. Qamar and his staff. I have had several doctors through the years and this is the best heart care I have ever received.”

became so bad that it began to affect my ability to work so I thought I should consult a specialist. It just so happens I work for a doctor who I feel is one of the best cardiovascular physicians around — I am in the medical records department at the Institute for Cardiovascular Excellence.

“Dr. Qamar saw me immediately and performed an arterial duplex

ultrasound. I had blockages in both legs. Dr. Qamar performed angioplasties and all I can say is that I have been given my life back.

I love the outdoors and hadn’t been able to do all the things I love — playing ball with and walking my puppy, biking and hiking — since I fell. Now I am virtually pain-free and back to living my life to the fullest.

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