In a Montessori Early Childhood classroom, highly trained teachers create a customized environment crafted to your child’s unique abilities, interests, and learning style.
This approach to learning is “hands-on.” Dr. Maria Montessori believed (and modern science has affirmed) that moving and learning are inseparable. In the prepared classroom, children work with specially designed manipulative materials that invite exploration and engage the senses in the process of learning. All learning activities support children in choosing meaningful and challenging work at their own interest and ability level. This child-directed engagement strengthens motivation, supports attention, and encourages independence with responsibility. Uninterrupted blocks of work time (typically 2+ hours in length) allow children to work at their own pace and fully immerse themselves in an activity without interruption. Your child’s work cycle involves selecting an activity, performing it for as long as it remains interesting, cleaning up the activity and returning it to the shelf, and making another work choice. This cycle respects individual variations in the learning process, facilitates the development of coordination, concentration, independence, and a sense of order while facilitating your child’s assimilation of information.
A Welcoming Space
A Montessori Early Childhood classroom feels more like a home than a school. You’ll see children happily working individually or in small groups, at tables or on the floor near small mats that delineate their own space. Specially designed learning materials are displayed on open shelves, easily accessible to the children. Classrooms also include low sinks accessible to the children, child-sized furniture, cozy spaces for quiet reading, reachable shelves with work available for free choice, and child-sized kitchen utensils so the students can eat, prepare, and clean up their snack on their own. Teachers gently guide students to help maintain the organization and cleanliness of this environment to keep it orderly and attractive and to help your child understand how to care for materials and clean up after themselves—skills you will be happy to observe carrying over in your home.
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Celebrating All Things Style
September is known as the fashion and style issue in the magazine world, and we’re excited to participate in this trend, bringing you all things stylish, especially in regard to our homes and outdoor spaces.
Style is not just about the clothing world or the way we adorn ourselves, but it’s also about our inner and outer beauty and taking care of ourselves, to truly find our very own style. It encompasses every aspect of our lives. In this issue you’ll find stylish décor trends, unique interior spaces, and ways to discover your own individual design and style, presented to you by some of our local and talented experts. We’ll also show you how to design a beautiful and functional family room as well as stylish audio and video spaces. And let’s not forget the importance of our outdoor sanctuaries where we’ll showcase ponds and organically grown roses.
September is also the official beginning of fall, though here in North Central Florida, we’re still feeling a bit of the warm weather. That start of a new season though gives us that feeling of a change in the air and a time to clean out or upgrade our closets, refresh and update our home décor, and reflect on how we take care of ourselves, including paying attention to our inner beauty and style. Thank you for reading and supporting our City Lifestyle Community. Cheers to finding and celebrating your own unique style, and see you around town!
Two Men and a Truck, Anyse Medwedeff, WUFT, Momentum Rehab And Chiropractic, Ann MillerFrench, Angelik Hands, Leza Mueller, Cabi Style with Leza, Adrienne Fletcher Photography, MobileDumps, Be Healthy All, Jacqueline Valdez, Club Pilates Gainesville, Tanya Consaul Photography, Top Hog BBQ, Millhopper Montessori School, Scuola Pizza Gainesville, Community Foundation of North Central Florida, Greater Gainesville Chamber of Commerce, Gainesville Area Women's Network, Builders Association of North Central Florida, Gator Solutions, SweetBerries Eatery and Frozen Custard, Gainesville City Lifestyle, Sira Equip for Life, Cappella Nova, Kathleen Connery, The Hippodrome Theatre, University of Florida Performing Arts, Heartwood Soundstage, University of Florida Football, Cancer Chomp 2024, The Shoppes at Thornebrook, Angel Gardens, Kaelyn Schmidt Design, LLC, Donna Cohen, Mary Kate Walker, Walker Furniture, Electronics World, Tom Collett, James Gordan, Beauty Lounge & Co, Nikki Naylor, PRP Regeneration Specialists, Wendy Wiggs, The Harn Art Museum, Caitlyn Adams, Heart Mind Healing.
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Ann Miller-French is a light language practitioner & artist.
Ann’s art includes powerful and highly therapeutic light language activation codes. Every painting is unique and one-of-a-kind. You can find many of her paintings available for purchase from her fine art gallery, which is on display at Sound Awake Healing Collective in Newberry, Florida. For her artist’s portfolio, please visit her on Instagram V lightlanguageart.by.ann
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Up, down or sideways: Keep your head on straight when markets move.
Some investors have learned how to ride out the most stomach-churning market cycles. Others follow the urge to jump out mid-ride. So what can you do to play it smart in a roller coaster of a market?
For starters, you can turn to us. We can help you find a clear way forward before fear or concerns take over with a strategy tailored to your situation. In our experience, perspective is the ticket to helping endure the ups and downs as you pursue your financial goals. Contact us to learn how we can help.
Movers Who Care® Working to Tackle Food Insecurity
Since 2016 TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® has partnered with the North Central Florida Apartment Association to sponsor their annual Food Drive by donating boxes, trucks, and labor to collect nonperishable food items in an effort to combat food insecurity in our local community. In 2023 a record-breaking 9,000 lbs of donations were delivered to the Weekend Hunger Backpack Program with hopes to exceed that record in 2024. Email anyse.medwedeff@twomen.com to learn how you can help.
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Coming Soon to a new location: Heart Mind Healing
Heart Mind Healing will be moving to a new (larger!) location in The Shoppes at Thornebrook. At Heart Mind Healing, you will find a welcoming space where you can receive energy work and participate in classes and workshops (meditation, gentle yoga, and more). To learn more about Heart Mind Healing and to book an appointment go to https://www.heartmindgnv.com/ or text/call Caitlyn at 352-234-3619.
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The Greater Good TV bringing light to our community heroes.
“Greater Good” is a WUFT produced storytelling television series showcasing non-profit organizations that make a positive impact in the North Central Florida community. The series airs on WUFT Channel 5, your local PBS station. Each organization’s story takes viewers on an inspiring and uplifting journey. We learn about each organization’s leadership team and volunteers, history, mission, community outreach efforts, challenges and successes. The Greater Good TV, bringing light to our community heroes. www.wuft.org/greatergood
Photography by Two Men and a Truck
Linda Gets Back to Life With Softwave Tissue Regeneration Therapy
My right thigh was hurting so much, I had to sit down often. I used to walk 2+ miles, 5 times a week. I did P.T. and flexibility, looked into non-surgical, regenerative treatments, which I've completed on my hip/spine. I decided to try SoftWave. After 6 treatments and a booster, I'm walking 2.25 miles 3 days a week, with very little discomfort. I can stand to cook meals. It's great to no longer need pain meds.
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Light Language Activation Art by Ann of Angelik Hands
Ann Miller-French is a light language practitioner and artist. Ann’s art includes very powerful and highly therapeutic light language activation codes. Every painting is unique and one-of-a-kind. Her paintings are available for purchase from her fine art gallery on display at Sound Awake Healing Collective in Newberry. To schedule a viewing, please call the studio at: (251) 644-8913. AngelikHands.com
Cabi Style with Leza: Fall 2024 Season Shoutout!
Join me in celebrating the Cabi Fall 2024 season by hosting a friends and family PARTY! Hostesses get great benefits of 50% OFF Cabi clothes & Cabi Bucks$. Other AMAZING benefits of a Cabi PARTY are getting to spend time with friends and family, laughing, enjoying sips and treats and making memories. Ask me how I can help you have the ULTIMATE Cabi experience today. 352-359-6023. elizabethmueller.cabionline.com
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Photography by Momentum Rehab And Chiropractic
Photography by Ann Miller-French
Photography by Adrienne Fletcher Photography
MobileDumps: HOA's top choice for dumpster rentals.
MobileDumps is HOA's top choice for dumpster rentals with its stylish, clean dumpsters that seamlessly blend into residential areas. They ensure a tidy appearance and support smooth project flow with timely drop-offs and pickups. Homeowners trust MobileDumps for home sales preparation, garage decluttering, and maintaining neighborhood cleanliness. Their 14-yard dumpsters are delivered promptly on wheels, strategically placed to prevent property damage and simplify filling. For more information please visit; mobiledumps.com
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Headed to Pilates or Yoga?
When choosing your attire for Pilates and yoga make sure you are dressing comfortably. High performance and form fitting outfits are a popular choice for both practices because they stay in place during your workout and you get a full range of movement. Since the workout is not high impact your style can be more versatile and you can have some fun with it! Elevate your practice with outfits that you feel confident in. Jacqueline Valdez
Let Club Pilates Elevate Your Workout Style!
Discover the ultimate fusion of style and performance with our curated collection of activewear, designed to elevate your workout and beyond. From sleek leggings that hug every curve to breathable tops that keep you cool. We carry brands such as Tavi, Beyond Yoga, and Emily Hsu! Club Pilates Gainesville
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Photography by Jacqueline Valdez
Photography by Tanya Consaul Photography
Top Hog: BBQ and Blues Time Honored Pieces of Americana
BBQ and Blues are time honored pieces of Americana, and Top Hog BBQ's newest Oaks Mall location is doing it in style. Every Friday night Top Hog BBQ Bourbon & Blues offers up their award-winning Florida BBQ and the best area blues musicians. Owner Michael Sheftic has long dreamed of combining his love for blues with his passion for BBQ. Stop by, enjoy the friendly atmosphere, mouthwatering BBQ, and soulful Blues at Top Hog BBQ
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Entrust your precious child to our preschool professionals!
At Millhopper Montessori School, our mission is to provide a supportive, integrative, and academically challenging environment grounded in respect for the whole child. Teachers work together to create innovative and engaging lessons, while focusing on the individual needs of your child. Millhopper Montessori is an accredited school for preschoolers through eighth grade for almost 50 years. Call us today at 352-375-6773 to schedule a tour and see the Millhopper difference for yourself!
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Scuola Pizza: Join the List Today!
The quest for the perfect pizza never ends and that's why the Sinis family has spent 4 decades improving our homemade dough, quality toppings and specialty pizza sauce, while also serving traditional Greek and Italian favorites. Join the Scuola List today at https://scuolapizzagainesville.com/ to learn about our specials and then join us for your next meal!
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Photography by Millhopper Montessori School
Photography by Tanya Consaul Photography
Moore
James Moore & Company is pleased to announce firm-wide promotions. Over 12 positions have had promotions within the company. Congratulations!
James Moore, founded in 1964, is a business consulting firm with offices in Daytona Beach, DeLand, Gainesville, Ocala and Tallahassee, Florida. The firm specializes in providing tax, auditing, accounting and controllership, data analytics, human resources, technology and wealth management services to clients nationwide.
Discovering Your Design Style
ARTICLE BY KAELYN SCHMIDT: KAELYN SCHMIDT DESIGN PHOTOGRAPHY BY BLUEHOUR PHOTOGRAPHY
Personalizing your environment starts with understanding your individual style preferences. Whether you gravitate towards flowing curves or clean, straight lines, or favor light shades over deep tones, these decisions define the atmosphere you aim to create. By evaluating these elements, you can identify the design aesthetic that best mirrors your personal taste. When beginning the design of a room, it’s most effective to start with the largest piece, such as the bed in a bedroom or the sofa in a living room. This foundational element sets the tone for the entire design. In this coastal-inspired design, we selected a soft blue upholstered headboard with modern straight gold metal legs. The choice of blue influenced the selection of accessories like the rug, lamps, and drapery, while the gold influenced the hardware of the furniture, wall mirror, and ceiling fan. To maintain a bright atmosphere, we opted for white furniture, complemented by textured bedding and wicker ottomans. Adding a pair of faux palm trees completes the space, framing it with a coastal charm. https://kaelynschmidtdesign.com/
PONDS AND ROSES
Angel Gardens: Est. 1991: From Farmhouse Boutique to Rosey Landscapes
ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY PAMELA
GREENEWALD
Created in 1991, Angel Gardens now resides on a seven acre property off of Old Bellamy Road. Owners Pamela and James Greenewald have over 2,000 varieties of organic roses are grown on the property. Many of the varieties are extremely rare and hard to find. Visits are appointment only and it is recommended to schedule at least 3 days in advance. Shipping is available to over 50 states and beyond. Pamela loves her organic grown roses, “The most important part of what I do is education. With knowledge and understanding comes confidence in the public to reconsider trying to grow roses without chemicals. What a pleasure this becomes when one realizes how very easy it truly is!” Head to www.angelgardens.com to see the roses, make orders or read about growing roses organically.
James Greenewald, Co-Owner Angel Gardens, has been building ponds of all shapes and sizes for over 35 years. James’ beautiful water creations are complimented by his aquatic plants and fish. Call 352-3590857 for a free pond estimate.
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YOUR COMMUNITY ONE
Momentum Rehab and Chiropractic: Chiro-Rehab Program
Momentum Rehab and Chiropractic / Move Well Chiro-Rehab Program / Starting at $150.00/session / 352-3753668 / rehabandchiropractic.com
Scuola Pizza: Join the List
Scuola Pizza / Join the list for Weekly Specials and Updates / 5240 NW 34th Blvd Suite A, Gainesville / (352) 451-4122 / https://scuolapizzagainesville.com/
Club Pilates Gainesville: Workout Style Wear!
Club Pilates Gainesville / Check out Club Pilates Workout Wear. / https:// www.clubpilates.com/location/ gainesville / (352) 559-314
Cabi Style with Leza: Hostess 50% OFF PERKS!
Cabi Style with Leza / Let’s have some fun, spend time with friends, do some retail therapy & save 50%! / elizabethmueller.cabionline.com / 352-359-6023
MobileDumps: The Dumpster Rental Alternative
MobileDumps / New, clean equipment, with a responsive and helpful team! / Starting at $299 / (352) 9950066 / www.mobiledumps.com
WALKER
Elevated HOME DECOR FURNITURE:
STYLING YOUR HOME FOR THAT PERFECT ELEGANT LOOK.
ARTICLE BY MARY KATE WALKER
PHOTOGRAPHY BY TANYA CONSAUL PHOTOGRAPHY
Mary Kate Walker, “ Walker Furniture helps you style a beautiful family room effortlessly. The rug is the focal point for the group with its many colors to choose from. I decided to use the deep green leather Bassett sofa, two white Bassett chairs and Bassett’s brown tables. The tabletop accessories complete the group pulling it together. This group has a current mid-century modern feel.”
DAWN
HOME AUDIO & VIDEO IN STYLE!
Are you looking for ultimate experience in home audio and video? Visit Electronics World in Gainesville! The pros at EW can design a system that you can immerse yourself in and won’t break the bank.
Start with the SONY A95L QD-OLED TV, the King of 4K TV® at the 2023 TV Shootout® (as pictured here). Next, for the best sound we suggest a Rotel Pre-Amp and Amplifier combined with a pair of Bower & Wilkins 803 D4 Speakers. You won’t believe your ears!
Electronics World also features TVs from Samsung, as well as audio components from Yamaha, Marantz & Bryston, plus speakers from Martin Logan and KEF. And when you’re done with the system design, members of the EW team can help you pick out the right A/V cabinet to house and protect your equipment, like the Salamander Designs Denver cabinet(pictured here). EW is also an authorized dealer for BDI A/V Furniture. Many styles are available to fit any décor.
The pros at Electronics World are your local audio/video and smart home experts. For more information visit electronicsworld.net
JAMES GORDON
Electronics World
352-332-5608 (Showroom)
ARTICLE BY THOMAS COLLETT PHOTOGRAPHY BY TANYA CONSAUL PHOTOGRAPHY
So many styles to fit any decor.
Experience the Magic of Art in the
39th Annual Fall Arts Festival
September 28th - 29th, 2024 | 10AM - 5PM
Trick or Treat at The Shoppes at Thornebrook
October 25th | 5PM - 8PM
Thornebrook Holiday Market
December 5th | 5PM - 8PM
DONNA COHEN
ARTICLE BY DONNA COHEN | PHOTOGRAPHY BY ADRIENNE FLETCHER
INTERIOR DESIGNER
WHAT WAS YOUR INSPIRATION TO START IN THE INTERIOR DESIGN FIELD?
I followed my mother’s decorator around asking questions and wanting to choose my own things--- whoops! He was so nice and patient with me--I was constantly rearranging my parents’ house! After I started working I decorated all of our apartments! I painted, sewed cushions for the furniture, and even painted paintings on canvas to match!
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PROJECT?
Every project is my favorite or I wouldn’t be designing it--some, of course, are more memorable than others--but I love every project no matter how small or large!
TELL ME A LITTLE ABOUT ONE-DAY ROOM TRANSFORMATIONS?
So excited about my One Day Transformations! Most people I know now want instant gratification--this is the way for them to achieve it--quickly and on their budget--we will shoo them out in the morning and--voila!--they come home in the late afternoon to a new room. We have a plan in place beforehand and if something has to be ordered, we make sure we have everything ready to go! Or we just work with what they have, and repurpose and rearrange it!
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE QUOTE?
My 2 favorite quotes--Every great design begins with an even greater story! An interior should define labeling--I don’t want to have someone walk into a room and say--I know what designer did this--!! The best rooms have something to say about the people who live in them.
HOW DO YOU BALANCE YOUR WORK AND PERSONAL LIFE?
Set boundaries, Plan ahead, Delegate and Outsource, Take care of yourself and your time off. Do not make your Work Life your whole life-You will be a better designer if you have diverse interests.
Donna Cohen, Interior Designer
Feeling Comfortable & Confident
In Your Own Skin
ARTICLE BY NIKKI NAYLOR
It is undeniable that each person has their own distinctive style, whether it be elegant, edgy, natural, or bold. These diverse styles contribute to our uniqueness and individuality. I have the pleasure of speaking with women daily, discussing their personal styles and the look that makes them feel most confident. Understanding my clients’ desired appearance and lifestyle is one of the most important parts of my job.
For instance, a client seeking a low-maintenance and natural enhancement might benefit from a lash lift, lip blushing, or lash line enhancement. Alternatively, a client desiring more definition to their features or a more glamorous appearance would be better suited for lash extensions, brow lamination, or a powder brow.
Beauty enhancements may or may not be right for you, but the most important thing is to stay uniquely you and embrace the style that makes you feel most comfortable and confident in your own skin.
Anna Lip After
Photography by Prost Photography
Anna Lip Before Lash Extension After
Lash Extension After Lash Line Before
Lash Line After
Weight Loss Medications to Improve Overall Health
Obesity is a complex disease caused by increased calorie intake and reduced physical activity. Most people have tried willpower and lifestyle changes to manage this condition with little success. FDA-approved medications like Semaglutide, also known by the brand names Ozempic and Wegovy can be effective for weight loss for people who are overweight or obese. Semaglutide is a once-a-week injectable peptide that mimics the GLP-1 hormone released in the gut in response to eating. This medication helps the body to produce
more insulin which lowers blood sugar and decreases appetite making people feel full. Significant weight loss has been observed when Semaglutide is combined with a healthy diet and exercise. Weight loss can improve weight related conditions like high cholesterol, high blood pressure, Type 2 Diabetes, pre-diabetes, non-alcoholic fatty liver, and joint pain. In 2023 the SELECT research trial found that overweight or obese adults who took Semaglutide for more than three years had a 20% lower risk of heart attack, stroke, or death from heart disease. Research also found that adults treated with Semaglutide for up to 15 months were able to maintain their weight loss for up to four years. Case study: 38-year-old female was interested in losing weight to improve her health. She had tried all the known weight loss programs in the past but was unsuccessful. She did Semaglutide for nine months at PRP Regeneration Specialists and lost 43.44 pounds. She states Semaglutide “rewires how you think about food and drink”. To learn more: PRPregen.com
Express Yourself!
The Importance of Style and Fashion for children and teens
Style is very personal and can reflect who you are and how you want others to understand you. Fashion can contribute to creating your own unique style as you try on different additions to your personality.
This is important to children and teens as they create who they want to be and how they want to be seen. It is also fundamental to being able to either position oneself as totally unique or find a way to fit into a group and belong.
How can parents be open to how style helps their children be creative and have freedom of expression?
To begin with, it is helpful to understand that part of child development is creating one’s own style, influenced by environment, culture, and social group. It is important to take a step aside and let your children make choices whenever possible. This shows them that you have confidence in their choices. Of course, you must weigh this with what is socially appropriate.
If your child’s school has uniforms, cool backpacks and accessories can be avenues for showing personality and creativity. Some schools, such as mine, have a dress code allowing for freedom within specific parameters.
I recall many pictures of myself when I was a young teen that made me gasp and ask my mother, “How could you let me go out looking like that?” She told me I would find ways after leaving the house to apply heavy eye makeup and even change clothes! At the time, I thought I looked appropriate and that she was too old-fashioned to understand.
I am sure everyone reading this can recall altercations with their parents over clothing.
It can be challenging to find a happy medium. It is helpful to talk to your child about your experiences and reflections on when you were in their shoes, albeit at a different generational time. And if you have any old pictures of yourself, a picture is worth a thousand words.
events
A SELECTION OF UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS
AUGUST 2024 - JULY 2025
The Hippodrome Theatre: 2024-2025 Season
Hippodrome Theatre: 25 SE 2nd Pl, Gainesville, FL 32601
Perfect Arrangement: August 30 - September 22, Every Brilliant Thing: October 12 - 26, What the Constitution Means to Me: October 11 - 27, Honky Tonk Angels Holiday Spectacular: November 29 - December 23, A Christmas Carol: 11/30 - 12/23, Laughs In Spanish: 1/24 - 2/16, Clyde’s: 3/28 - 4/20, Summer Musical: 5/30 - 7/6, Tickets: (352) 375-4477 boxoffice@thehipp.org
SEPTEMBER THROUGH MAY
Community Chorus Auditions!
Abiding Savior Lutheran Church
Capella Nova is a community chorus meeting September through May, Tuesdays from 6:30- 8:30 at Abiding Savior Lutheran Church. Auditions began Tuesday July 23 at the church. You don’t have to be a vocal superstar…just a music enthusiast who loves to sing and explore a diverse repertoire. To audition, call Claire at 904-535-4799.
SEPTEMBER EVENTS
University of Florida Performing Arts
UFPA 3201 Hull Road Gainesville, Florida
Join us for the University of Florida 2024-2025 Season, Sean Mason Quartet: September 20th UPStage 7 pm & 9 pm, Tres Souls: September 21st UPStage 7 pm & 9 pm, Jahari Stampley: September 28th UPStage 7 pm & 9 pm. Order Tickets online at PERFORMINGARTS.UFL. EDU or by phone at 352-392-2787.
SEPTEMBER EVENTS
Heartwood Soundstage
619 South Main Street, Gainesville, Florida
Heartwood Soundstage is a state-of-the-art music venue. Join everyone in celebrating live music! Go to https://heartwoodsoundstage.com/ or order tickets and sign up for emails on the latest events and musicians. Jason Eady: September 13th Doors Open at 7 pm. Mason Ramsey w/ Halle Kearns: September 28th Doors Open at 7 pm. North Central Florida Regional Blues Challenge: September 29th
SEPTEMBER GAMES
University of Florida: Football Games
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium: The Swamp Season Tickets 2024 for the University of Florida Gators Football Season. Go online to https://floridagators.com/sports/2022/12/15/ football-tickets.aspx or call (352) 375-4683. September 7th: Samford. September 14th: Texas A&M
SEPTEMBER 3RD - JANUARY 5TH
The Harn Art Museum Upcoming Exhibition
Gladys Gracy Harn Exhibition Hall
In Our Time brings together eighteen UF art faculty whose latest artworks express life in this region, this country, this planet, in 2024 through clay, paint, graphite, video AI, photography, sound, fiber, collage and writing. As conjurors and influencers, they’ve created fantastical and provocative visions and histories that deepen our awareness of what it means to be together in this time.
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SEPTEMBER 26TH
Sira Equip For Life Banquet
Greenhouse Church 11200 NW 39th Ave Gainesville | 6:30 PM
Sira provides free services for families - pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, STI testing, Women’s Wellness physicals, life skills classes rewarded with baby items. The Banquet supplies necessary funds to continue offering help and hope to our clients. Check in at 6:30 pm and Event starts at 7:00 pm. For more information: https:// siragainesville.com/banquet Email: siradevelopment@siragainesville.com or Call:352-377-4947
SEPTEMBER 28TH-29TH
39th Annual Fall Arts
Festival at The Shoppes at Thornebrook
The Shoppes at Thornebrook
Experience the Magic of Art in the Heart of Gainesville. Get ready for a weekend of art and fun as Thornebrook’s Fall Arts Festival returns for its 39th year. This Gainesville tradition will once again transform the picturesque Shoppes At Thornebrook into a hub of creativity and culture. Join us September 28th and 29th, from 10 AM to 5 PM.
SEPTEMBER 28TH
Cancer Chomp 2024
UF Cancer & Genetics Research Complex | 8:00 AM
The 3rd annual Cancer Chomp, a brain tumor event presented by the Preston A. Wells Jr. Center for Brain Tumor Therapy in conjunction with the Department of Neurosurgery at UF will be Saturday, September 28th from 8 - 11 am. Event is Free. To participate in the 5K run/walk, there is a small fee. To register for the 5k: Giving.UFHealth.org/CancerChomp
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TRANSFORMING Pain into Purpose
How Faith and Prayer Transformed my Life!
ARTICLE AND
PHOTOGRAPHY
BY ANN MILLER-FRENCH
What brought you to Florida?
In 2022, my husband was offered a position in Alachua County. We took the leap of faith and moved from Elkhorn, Wisconsin to Newberry, Floria. This was my first move out of the state.
What led you to your current profession?
After 2 life-saving emergency surgeries in the early 90’s, I remember praying and asking God for help. I knew there had to be another way other than a life of illness, depression, and PTSD. My prayers were answered, doors were opened, and help arrived. At that time, I learned more about my abilities as a Master Teacher, Psychic, Medium, Energy Therapist, Mentor, and Life Coach.
I also awakened to the truth of who I really was and why I was here at this time. After 27 years with Corporate America, I knew it was time for change. This redirection
led me to founding my business, Angelik Hands, LLC, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in 2016. It was later reestablished in Newberry, Florida in the summer of 2022. I help my clients and students Create Heaven on Earth through my many services.
What’s something valuable you’ve learned during your career?
I have learned many valuable lessons along the way – compassion, humility, forgiveness, self-love, and acceptance of self and others. Through mirrored consciousness, I have also learned a great deal about how far I’ve come and my relationship with my Higher Self.
What would you like to say to your 24-year-old self?
“You are enough, I believe in you, and I love you!”
FAVORITE QUOTE: “The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart.” -Helen Keller
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