October 2010

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Cover Story Attracting both families and active retirees, member-owned Laurel Oak Country Club offers exceptional value, amenities and service.

Laurel Oak Country Club An Extraordinary Opportunity to Seize Life Sue Cullen

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It Makes Perfect Sense Betsy Nagelsen McCormack & SCF's Women's Tennis Team Ray Collins

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On the Waterfront Boating & SportďŹ shing in Paradise Steven J. Smith

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GolďŹ ng on the Gulf Coast Ryan G. Van Cleave

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2010/2011 Golf & Tennis Guide A Fish Tale Sue Blue

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Events Calendar Culture Matters The Sarasota County Arts Council

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Behind the Scene Debbi Benedict

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Design Sleek Wall Systems

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Jacqueline Miller

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Get Your Front Row Seat Susan Cullen

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The Ringling Art Experience Jason Letkiewicz Ryan G. Van Cleave

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Scene Healthy Advice for Healthy Living

From the Desk of: Kathy Baylis Locally

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Directing Awareness

Since 1989, the Center for Faith and Freedom has utilized its video production capabilities to document many of the social, economic, humanitarian and spiritual issues facing individuals and families in crisis. We take seriously our obligation to support and serve those citizens who may have been forgotten or overlooked by our fast-paced society.

To see samples of our award-winning video documentaries, visit us online: www.FaithandFreedom.org

Stuart J. Roth

Founder and President With 22 Telly Awards and an Emmy® Award for Advanced Media Documentary, the Center for Faith and Freedom represents the cutting edge of the multi-media industry.

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Happy Endings Begin at Glasser/ Schoenbaum Human Services Center…

Jennifer and Sierra. Jennifer entered a First Step program the first time addicted and pregnant. After completing that program and while working to be reunited with her two older children, she received pain medication post dental work, resulting in a relapse that took her to an all-time low – in jail. Jennifer did not give up; after her release, she received a new case plan and entered a First Step Outpatient Program at the Glasser/Schoenbaum Center. Now she has graduated from the program and the reunification process has been completed.

For the first time Jennifer and her children live under the same roof. Her daughter Sierra says, “Mom is happier now… and she keeps her job for a long time now, too.”

The Kekahuna Family. “I was told I was having one boy and it turned out to be two girls, two months early” is the story of Healthy Start client Kenani Kekahuna. The morning after their birth, Healthy Start was there to help with supplies. The agency has stayed with the family via home visits, referrals and developmental checks to make sure the twins were on track. Suffering from post partum depression, Kenani was on the phone with her case worker almost daily for advice and support. When the calls slowed and she was asked if things were OK, Kenani could happily reply, “Things are getting better now.”

Everyday Miracles on 17th Street. The agencies involved in these success stories are among the 17 residents at Sarasota’s remarkable Glasser/Schoenbaum Human Services Center. They pay virtually no rent – only a small stipend towards operating and maintenance costs. The Center takes care of the facilities so they can focus on taking care of clients. The agencies share resources, referrals and experience.. The “Campus of Caring,” which is easily accessible by public transportation, serves some 11,000 clients a month and benefits the greater community as well by enhancing the productivity and contributions of so many citizens.

The Glasser/Schoenbaum goal is for agencies to pay even less; one board member dreams of charging only $1 a year. For that to happen, the Center’s endowment would have to grow enough to cover virtually all of its costs. That board member has underwritten this campaign to enlist your help.

Please consider a donation in honor of the 20th Anniversary of the “Campus of Caring,” or in memory of Dr. Kay Glasser, whose inspiration and determination made it a reality.

Contact Executive Director Phil King, (941) 365-4545 or pking@gs-humanservices.org

The Agencies at Glasser/Schoenbaum Human Services Center.

AARP WorkSearch Bay Area Youth Services Children’s Health Center Community Center for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing Coastal Behavioral Healthcare Early Learning Coalition First Step of Sarasota Friendship Volunteer Center Gulfcoast Legal Services Healthy Start Coalition Insight Counseling Jewish Family and Children’s Services Literacy Council Man Up of Greater Sarasota Partnership for Children’s Mental Health Pierian Spring Academy Suncoast Partnership to End Homelessness.

Support the Center by attending or sponsoring the 20th Anniversary Gala This enchanted evening is a unique collaboration between the Arts and Human Services. Come enjoy fine dining, performances by the Asolo Rep, Circus Sarasota, Players Theatre, Sarasota Ballet, Sarasota Opera, Sarasota Orchestra and the Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe, and an auction of works by Sarasota’s leading artists.

For sponsorship opportunities, call Phil King at 941-3654545. For reservations: 941-329-2699.

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      Freedom Village Bradenton is a tranquil community nestled on a scenic campus where residents enjoy a standard of living distinguished by impeccable service, well-appointed surroundings, and the peace of mind that comes with access to progressive levels of care.

Freedom Village is a continuing care, entry-fee community where residents enjoy the benefits of home ownership with predictable monthly rates, while our professional staff tends to chores like maintenance, housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. And, under the terms of your Life Care contract, you are assured of accommodations and care for as long as you live, regardless of your physical or financial condition*. The combination of exceptional amenities, attractive physical features, attentive service and resident-focused events and activities will give you the freedom to live on your own terms.

The World’s Only Retirement Community-based Restaurant to receive Wine Spectator magazine’s Award of Excellence.

Innovative Senior CareSM Residents benefit from our on-site professional rehabilitation and wellness services through Innovative Senior Care (ISC). A wholly-owned subsidiary of parent company Brookdale Senior Living®, ISC integrates proactive and reactive services to improve health and fitness along with Medicare-certified, outpatient physical, occupational and speech therapy.

Optimum Life®: the journey toward life fulfillment.

The key to aging well is living well. That’s the premise behind our Optimum Life wellness initiative. A comprehensive wellness platform, Optimum Life includes a combination of activities and events with an educational purpose and an imaginative flair designed to help residents live at their peak level of wellness and to balance their overall sense of well-being, regardless of their current level of health, mobility or wellness.

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Located on-site, The Tuscany is a recent recipient of Wine Spectator magazine’s coveted Award of Excellence for its exceptional wine list. It is one of only three restaurants in Manatee County to be so honored.

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October Calendar For a complete listing of community events please visit scenesarasota.com

Photo: Cliff Roles

The Artist Series of Sarasota’s 15th Anniversary Celebration 10-04 6:30 pm Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota. An evening of great music and dining to celebrate the first fifteen years of The Artist Series of Sarasota. Tickets: $125 - $175/941.388.1188/ artistseries.net

JFCS Raising Charitable Children Luncheon 10-06 11:30 am Michaels On East. This years luncheon is aimed at inspiring children and families to perform charitable acts of kindness. Featuring guest speakers Grace Rosen Magill & Carol Weisman. Tickets: $25/941.366.2224 ext. 143/jfcs-cares.org

25th Annual Freedom Awards Banquet 10-07 6:00 pm The Hyatt, Sarasota. Presented by The Sarasota County Branch of the NAACP, this event will be honoring retiring President and CEO of the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, Stewart Stearns. Tickets: $80/941.355.2097/scf.edu

Snook Shindig: Snook Research Tournament 10-08 6:00 pm Mote Marine Laboratory. The Snook Research Tournament is now in its 12th year, and kicks off with a mandatory captain’s meeting at 6 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 8. Fishing will take place from 7 p.m. on Oct. 8 through noon on Oct. 9, followed by an Awards Banquet at 5 p.m. at Mote’s Chickee Hut. Tickets: $50/941.388.4441 ext 303/mote.org

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Festival sARTée 10-08 to 24. Featuring numerous events showcasing worldclass arts and culture ranging from theater, dance, music, visual art, live music and more in a variety of venues throughout Sarasota and Manatee Counties. sartee.org

Oktoberfest 10-09 7:00 pm Gold Coast Eagle Distribution Center. Eat bites from favorite local restaurants, drink an assortment of beers and be merry with music by DJ Sinna-G. Benefits the Junior League of Sarasota. Tickets: $50/941.953.5600/jlsarasota.org

Le Petit Marche 10-13 9:30 am. Michael’s on East. Hosted by Temple Beth Sholom Schools, this second annual fundraiser transforms the courtyard of Michael’s On East into a bustling French marketplace with fabulous vendors, champagne, coffee and more! Tickets: $45/941.954.2027

Ringling International Arts Festival 10-13 to 17 Various times and locations. A partnership be-

SAVE THE DATE! THE HERMITAGE ARTIST RETREAT

“ARTFUL LOBSTER” SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2010 11 A.M. TO 2 P.M.

6660 Manasota Key Road, Englewood, FL A casual, authentic New England lobster bake on the Hermitage beachfront...

Artful prize drawings and live auction...

Live music... Campus and studio tours...

Meet and mingle with our visiting artists.

(Beef and vegetarian entrees available upon request.)

tween The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art in Sarasota, Florida and the Baryshnikov Arts Center in New York City, this festival brings together emerging artists in theater, dance and music from the around the world for a five-day festival. Tickets: 800.660.4278/ringlingartsfestival.org

Watch for your invitations in October!

For reservations & sponsorship opportunities, please call Sharyn Lonsdale at 941.475.2098. www.hermitage-fl.org

10th Annual Anna Maria Island Bayfest 10-15 10 am – 10 pm, Pine Avenue, Anna Maria Island.

Friday night Kick Off Party 6 pm to 10 pm, featuring the Dr. Dave Band. Saturday features music by the Billy Rice Band & others, food vendors, classic car show, arts, crafts, children’s play area, sodas, wine, beer, margaritas & rum runners. Free admission. 941.778.1541

ArtSlam 10-16 10am – 10pm Old Main Street (12th St. West), Bradenton FL. A 12 hour juried, public art installation/spectator event put on by Realize Bradenton & Bradenton DDA. 941.744.7484/kwebb@realizebradenton.com

Downtown Sarasota Art & Craft Festival 10-16 & 17 10:00 am Main Street in Downtown Sarasota.

This fine arts and craft show draws locals and tourists alike for the eclectic mix of quality art by the country’s top artists and crafters. This two-day event is a fun outdoor weekend activity for the entire family. Free admission. sarasota.org scenesarasota.com

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Ringling College of Art and Design 10th Annual Golf Tournament

Glasser/Schoenbaum Art of Caring 20th Anniversary Gala

10-19 12 pm Concession Golf Club. Benefits The Students of

10-22 6:30 pm Hyatt Regency, Sarasota. Celebrating a collab-

Ringling College. Tickets: 941.359.7589/ringling.edu

oration of the Sarasota arts and human services communities.

Tickets: $150/941.365.4545/gs-humanservices.org

Forty Carrots’ Wine, Women and Shoes 10-21 to 23 Various times and locations. A three-day event in-

New College National Make a Difference Day

cluding a luncheon and wine tasting featuring 12 women in the

10-23 New College faculty, staff, students and alumni working

wine industry, shoe and fashion retailers and intimate wine din-

with their communities to make a difference in the lives of others.

ners. Tickets: $50-$250/941.365.7716/fortycarrots.com

Benefits New College Alumnae/i Association. Open to the public.

941.4874900/ncf.edu

Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation’s Key to the Cure

Bam’s Brigade 2010

10-21 6:00 pm Saks Fifth Avenue. Take the plunge and bid

10-23 7:30 am Sarasota Polo Club. This 10th annoversary 5K

on one-of-a-kind decorated bras at the auction. Tickets:

family walk will host over 8500 walkers, 265 teams and 400 sur-

$45/941.917.1286/smhf.org

vivors, all to raise funds for breast cancer research. Donations accepted in any amount. 941.780.6422/bfamous@gmail.com

Mote’s Night of Fish, Fun & Fright 10-22 6:30 pm Mote Aquarium. Buoys and ghouls of all ages

DWB Sale on the Trail

are invited to dress up in costume, enjoy safe and fun trick-or-

10-23 & 24 8:00 am Designing Women Boutique. Huge multi-

treating, explore a haunted house and enjoy underwater pumpkin

vendor sale all weekend. Arts, Antiques, Clothing, Jewelry, Furni-

carving in a spooktacular shark tank! Tickets: $6/941.388.4441

ture, and more. 941.544.7612/designingwomenboutique.org

ext 509/mote.org

Please Join Children

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Flip Flops & Fashion

LUNCHEON & FASHION SHOW

Hosted by Sharky’s on the Pier Enjoy fashions & lunch under a tent on Caspersen Beach Featuring clothing and swimsuits by The Barefoot Contessa on Venice Beach, L. Boutique, L. Kids, & SunBug.

Thursday, November 4, 2010 Sharky’s on the Pier 1600 Harbor Drive South ~ Venice, Florida

Tickets ~ $50 per person Sponsorship opportunities available.

10:45 a.m. ~ Registration & Vendors 11:30 a.m. ~ Fashion Show 12:15 p.m. ~ Luncheon Business or tropical casual attire suggested. For more information please call (941)953-5507, ext. 122.

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Doctors Hospital is Chest Pain Accredited and we are a certified Advanced Primary Stroke Center. Our Emergency Room is staffed by experienced Emergency Medicine Physicians, supported by medical and surgical specialists. With over 22,000 visits per year, patients with serious injuries, or cardiac and stroke emergencies count on us for life-saving care. Visitors to our emergency room can also count on experienced and caring staff.

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Sarasota Opera's Curtain Raiser

Planned Parenthood’s Safe Sex Halloween Bash

10-24 6:30 pm Michael's On East. Celebrate the start of the sea-

10-30 9:00 pm Van Wezel. Featuring an open bar, late-night

son while enjoying cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and a sumptuous

bites, DJ and dancing, costume contests, Planned Parenthood’s

three-course meal accompanied with fine wine and a winning

famous take-home “shag bags,” and shocking surprises. Tickets:

performance by our Studio Artists. Tickets: $175/941.366.8450/

$75/941.365.3913, ext. 1124/SafeSexHalloweenBash.com

sarasotaopera.org

Swinging With Friends Golf Tournament

2nd Annual Sarasota Pumpkin Festival

10-30 7:30 am Mission Valley Golf & Country Club, Laurel. Hosted

10-29 to 31 12:00 pm Sarasota County Fair Grounds. Featuring

by and benefitting the Senior Friendship Centers, Venice.Tickets:

kids shows & rides, safe trick or treating, not so scary haunted

$125/941.556-3252/friendshipcenters.org

house, pie eating contests and more. Benefits the All Children’s Hospitals. Tickets: $5/941.706.7605/sarasotapumpkinfestival.com

Fright Night – Halloween on St. Armands 10-31 6:00 p.m. – 9 p.m. Trick or treat. Costume Characters, Carriage

4th Annual Samaritan Golf Tournament

Rides, Special Store Promotions and more. Open to the public.

10-30 7:00 am Heritage Oaks Golf & Country Club. Benefits Samaritan Counseling Services of the Gulf Coast. Tickets:

Save The Date:

$100/941.926.2959/samaritangulfcoast.com

11-04 Children First Flip Flop & Fashion Luncheon 11-07 USF Brunch on the Bay

Mote’s Annual Oceanic Evening

11-09 Pines Foundation Wit & Wisdom of Aging Luncheon

10-30 6:30 pm Michael’s On East. This elegant black-tie evening

11-10 New College Foundation’s New England Clambake

of dinner and dancing will feature a marine mammal theme as

11-13 HSSC’s Hot Dogs & Cool Cats

part of the celebration for Mote Marine Laboratory’s 55th anni-

11-18 Planned Parenthood’s 14th Annual High Tea at High Noon

versary. Tickets: $250/941.388.4441/mote.org

11-20 The Hermitage Artful Lobster Bake

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atch Sarasota Ballet take center stage as they begin their 20th anniversary season this October. And if it is something new you are looking for, Perlman Music Program/Suncoast will be launching its first annual Performance Series. Relive

your musical memories from the past with Sarasota Orchestra, and festivals in Sarasota County continue on with the Sarasota Chalk Festival.

Anne Frank presented by Sarasota Ballet

don, Will Tuckett, Yuri Possokhov and Dominic Walsh – as well as great

Friday, October 29 through Sunday, October 31, 2010

choreographers of the 20th century – George Balanchine, Sir Frederick

Launching the Sarasota Ballet’s 20th anniversary season will be the

Ashton, and Dame Ninette de Valois. Join the celebration of the Ballet’s

performance of Anne Frank at the FSU Performing Arts Center. The

anniversary and tremendous growth over the past twenty years.

Ballet’s former ballet master and choreographer, James Buckley received critical and popular acclaim when his ballet Anne Frank was

Million Dollar Memories

originally premiered by the Sarasota Ballet in 2003. In this truly un-

Wednesday, October 13 through Saturday, October 16, 2010

forgettable ballet you will experience a teenager’s story of personal

Disney, the Beatles, the Muppets, Barry Manilow ...who could ask for

growth and triumph during the darkest hours of Nazi Germany told

anything more? How about some Good Vibrations from the Beach Boys

purely through the language of dance.

and a tribute to Broadway? Hear your all-time favorites in this delightful

Why it matters: Sarasota Ballet founder Jean Weidner’s dream was

night of beloved tunes with Sarasota Orchestra Conductor Dirk Meyer.

to establish a professional ballet company that would be the pride of

Why it matters: The Sarasota Orchestra is dedicated to making its

Sarasota. Now, twenty years later, Jean’s vision has become reality. Our

music attainable and enjoyable for everyone. Their 2010-2011 season

community is fortunate to have the opportunity to enjoy works by some

features programming to fit every taste, and is designed to help you see

the best choreographers of our day – Twyla Tharp, Christopher Wheel-

music in a whole new way. The Orchestra will literally help you see the

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music by incorporating some multi-media elements into concerts, and

velop additional free family-friendly programs for our community.

figuratively, by performing with even greater passion and commitment.

Sarasota Chalk Festival The Performance Series presented by Perlman Music Pro-

Saturday, October 30 through Sunday, October 31, 2010

gram/Suncoast

Join the Sarasota Chalk Festival for a nonstop performance event.

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Each year the Chalk Festival celebrates the spectacle of street paint-

The Perlman Music Program/Suncoast expanded its program offer-

ing, a 400 year-old performance art tradition. Professional I Madon-

ings in 2009 creating the PMP/S Education Outreach program to

nari (street-painters) and artists will transform South Pineapple Av-

serve Sarasota and Manatee county schools by bringing PMP alumni

enue in Burns Square into a gallery of fine art using the pavement as

to Southwest Florida during the academic school year for in-school

their canvas and chalk as their medium. This year’s festival will focus

residencies. Continuing their expansion, PMP/S is launching another

on the theme of Halloween.

new program in 2010 – The Performance Series, family-friendly free

Why it matters: This will be the Sarasota Chalk Festival’s first year

musical events for audiences of all ages at community-based venues.

as an official nonprofit organization. Founded in 2007, the Chalk

Join PMP/S for the inaugural Performance Series event at Riverview

Festival began with 22 participating artists. This year, the Festival is

High School featuring the Sarasota premiere of the Vinca Quartet.

expecting over 250 street painters. Dozens of professional I Madon-

Consistently praised by audiences and critics, the Vinca Quartet is

nari from all over the United States, Italy, Germany, Mexico, Canada

known for their dynamic interpretations, innovative programming and

and Slovia will be donating their professional services. A highlight of

enduring passion for chamber music.

this year’s festival will be artist Edgar Mueller from Germany who is

Why it matters: When you support Perlman Music Program/Sun-

traveling to Sarasota to do his first United States installation.

cost, you support international PMP students participating in the Sarasota-based Winter Residency AND local students of Sarasota and Manatee counties through the PMP/S Education Outreach program offered during the academic year. You also help PMP/S de-

This is a merely a taste of a few upcoming events and by no means an exhaustive listing. Want to see more events? Head over to SarasotaArts.org for additional events, artist profiles and information about Sarasota’s exciting season of arts and culture.

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This event has been sold-out for the past four years.

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Golfweek Magazine described the beauty and challenge of Laurel Ridge as “the course by which all other mountain courses will be judged.”

A course record “64” was set from the back tees last summer by Bernhard Langer, the year’s leading money winner on the Champion’s Tour. He compared the mountainous setting to his native Bavaria. Golfers of all skill levels ������������������������������������������������������������������������������� the club. Each group has regular weekly games which are fun and easy to participate in.

Tennis and swimming are popular activities all summer long. An active tennis group enjoys many weekly games on the four Hard-Tru soft clay courts. The courts are considered to be among the best in the area. Swimming lessons and clinics are offered in the heated pool. Lifeguards are on duty to ensure safety.

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The new 25,000 sq. ft. rustic mountain clubhouse and pavilion are a constant hub of activity. Fine dining is highlighted by some of the most delectable food in the mountains, prepared by two excellent chefs.

The biggest surprise is the affordability of Laurel Ridge Country Club. Sara-

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Golf dues cost under $3,200 annually and dues for a social membership are only $1,000 with no minimum food purchase required. Mr. Johnson’s philosophy is to provide excellent food at reasonable prices and the members will dine by choice.

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The heavily-wooded mountainside, with elevations up to 5,000 feet above sea level, is dotted with over one hundred masterpiece homes in the $1,000,000$3,000,000 price range.

Both sides of the mountain offer buyers numerous choices of beautiful homes for sale in every price range. Some very lovely homes are available in the $300,000$500,000 price range that include many of the upscale amenities of the more expensive homes. Also, there are still excellent homesites for sale and a builder program providing reputable, reliable construction options. Sarasota builder/ developer Andy Nisley has purchased a 60-acre cove within the Smoky Mountain Retreat and is building “The Village”, an enclave of rustic log home cottages on one-acre lots starting at just $299,000. At the other extreme is a lavish masterpiece log home built by Scott Campbell available for $2,690,000.

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Worrell said they do a lot of business in Sarasota either with people

sures. Doing it easily and economically, well, that’s just

who have come into their store or those who shop online. Particularly

priceless.

for online shoppers who have never been in one of their stores, High

Those who are furnishing a new home, remodeling or simply fresh-

Country Furniture is now affiliated with Sarasota design consultant Bobbie Petzoldt.

ening up their surroundings can now score their furniture at close-to-manufacturer’s pricing easier and with more confidence.

“We have worked with Bobbie for many years, and we wanted someone

Family-owned High Country Furniture & Design supplies furniture

there who has been in our store, knows how we do business and can

from nearly 100 brand-name manufacturers online and at its two lo-

speak for us,” Worrell said. “She can also come to someone’s home and

cations in scenic Waynesville, N.C., nestled between the Blue Ridge

see if the furnishings they are considering will fit and blend with their décor.

and Great Smokey Mountains.

She is such a fine lady, and sometimes if they have not been here, people need the reassurance that they are buying from a reputable place.”

“Our furniture includes rustic to contemporary designs and ranges from very high-end lines to our base line, which is great for people

Petzholdt has worked as a design consultant in the area for more

who have rental properties and are looking for value,” said Anne

than 20 years. She met the Worrells 10 years ago while working on

Worrell, who founded High Country Furniture with her husband,

model homes for the Smokey Mountain Retreat. “I buy a lot of furni-

Chuck, in 1996.

ture through them for my clients, and I can’t recommend them highly

enough,” Petzholdt says. “They have been super people to work

thing for any reason, we will help them reselect to find the right piece

with, and we’ve established a very good relationship.”

for their home.”

Although Petzholdt is here to help, Worrell still encourages people to

Most deliveries to Sarasota are in their own trucks for the extra TLC

come see their stores — and the beautiful area. “It is just a day’s drive

taken by their drivers. White Glove Delivery is also offered, which

from Sarasota, and a great escape from the heat and humidity,” she

includes any necessary assembly and placement.

said. “People come to Waynesville for the views of the mountains, the changing colors in the fall and the rhododendrons in the spring, so

“A lot of our Sarasota customers see something they like and then call

outdoor living and entertaining is part of the lifestyle, which means High

to get pricing from us,” Worrell said. “Even if you don’t see a certain

Country Furniture also carries a lot of outdoor furniture,” Worrell says.

manufacturer listed on our website, it can pay to call us for a price.”

Being located within driving distance of Hickory and High Point, which

In addition to furnishings and accessories, they offer design con-

are the heart of the U.S. furniture industry, means that High Country

sulting, window treatments, hundreds of fabrics and upholstery. The

Furniture often has an edge on pricing. “We can get any style of fur-

Design Center even has cabinetry, flooring and tile for customers

niture whether it’s traditional, transitional or contemporary,” she said.

who are remodeling or building new homes. “We want to give people

“We even offer custom-made items and green furnishings, accesso-

one place where they can come and shop instead of running all over,”

ries and decor made from reclaimed and natural materials.”

Worrell said. “We have our own workroom, which our daughter-inlaw, Lorrie, supervises. In addition to upholstery, we like to make

Selling quality goods and a dedication to providing excellent service

our own window treatments. They are more economical, and our

are not just business principles for the Worrells, but reflect their val-

customers don’t have to wait six to eight weeks for delivery.” Round-

ues. “Our statement of faith is right on the wall for people to see that

ing out the family team of Anne, Chuck and Lorrie, the Worrells’ son,

we are a Christian organization that seeks to give good service to

Doug, is president and general manager.

the people,” she said. “All four of us are in the business. Our lives are here, and we and our business will be here for the long run.”

High Country Furniture not only delivers furniture nationwide, the company has handled large-scale remodeling projects from the Poconos to Colorado and Utah. To give long-distance online customers

For more information, go online to highcountry.com, call 828-926-1722 or visit High Country Furniture at 3232 Dellwood Road, Waynesville, NC.

a sense of comfort, the Worrells warranty their products with a 100

To contact Bobbie Pedzoldt, email bobbidecorum@comcast.net or call 941-

percent satisfaction guarantee. “If a customer does not like some-

374-5132.

id you know cork is “green”?

Cork is extracted from the bark of the cork oak tree. The bark was designed by Mother Nature to protect the tree during its average 500year lifespan. Not only is the bark inherently fire resistant to prevent destruction by forest fires, it is also resistant to temperature changes and to 38 species of insects, including the termite, and the development of microbes. Interestingly, bark is peeled off every decade and the tree itself is never felled. By using cork we keep the forest alive and the habitat undisturbed.

Cork has been used in the flooring industry since the turn of the century. Like all products, technology has advanced giving you more durability along with patterns and colors for today’s homes. Cork floors are easy to maintain. The flooring comes with three coats of a durable UV cured acrylic matte or gloss finish. For easy regular maintenance, normal sweeping and mopping is required. To rejuvenate high traffic areas, Butchers Wax is often recommended. It is very user friendly and easily applied with a damp cloth and buffed.

Cork provides a comfortable cushion underfoot as it gives under compression. It bounces back naturally so recovery marks left by furniture will leave minimal indentation, far less noticeable than on wood or carpet. And remarkably, cork is a fire inhibitor and will not spread flames. It also does not release any toxic gases on combustion. Cork is a wonderful alternative for commercial applications as well as residential.

Jody Jorgensen, CGP Cork and many other renewable, natural processes of cultivating our sources for comfort and

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having a Midwest sensory memory. This is fall in Florida, not the Midwest of my youth and if I smell anything, it’s the sweet, sultry aroma of many perfumed socialites trying to squeeze into the valet line at the Ritz and the only sound beneath my Manolos is the clicking of stilettos on marble floors. Let’s roar forward with the sparkling, hot season!

A repeat of our social stars prancing down the auction runway in fancifully decorated bras is sure to draw a curious and adoring crowd to Sarasota Memorial

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Co-chair Kyla Weiner, along with Susan Jones and Sally Schule, shared with me they already have many bra decorators on board, including Kelly Sweeting, Molly

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a design that had fire shooting out of the, ahem, pointed area, but alas, due to Saks fire code, it is back to the drawing board for something a little less inflammatory. As you know, all submissions are on display at Saks for two weeks prior to the big event and then the top ten are modeled in the live auction, while the others are placed in the silent auction. Robb and Stucky has donated a pink ribbon chair to be auctioned, it’s very moderne, and other bra-a-licious sponsors are The Amicus Foundation, Dr. William and Crystal Lahners and JCI Jones Chemicals.

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Weiner is also co-chairing with Liebe Gamble, Planned Parenthood’s Safe Sex Halloween Bash. Though she will be only five weeks away from her due date, she assures me her costume will not be a big, round orange pumpkin. With a theme of Cirque Sinister and all sorts of frightfully fabulous decorations from Jesse White’s Sarasota Architectural Salvage and the Asolo’s prop department, you will not recognize the utterly transformed Van Wezel’s Grand Foyer. The always creative Liebe is responsible for the inventive theme and design.

They have various performers, such as contortionists and sword swallowers (no double entendres at Safe Sex!) on tap to delight. Last year’s uber successful event was the talk of the town and everyone wore a fun, fun, fun costume, though they say you don’t have to. I think the young ones have taken all their pent-up, over-the-top fashion frustrations from not being able to strut their stuff at the UnGala anymore, and are now using it for outrageously sexy Halloween costumes. I would go just to see the spectacle! They are truly making this a “safe” party in more ways than one, with cabs on call for those who have imbibed a little too much.

Mark Steinwachs and Jarred Wilson, along with Relationship Dynamics, LLC, are a few of the scary sponsors.

One of my very favorite Sarasota grand dames is Tana Sandefur, who is co-chairing with Sen. John McKay and his wife Michelle, Ringling Museum’s Ringling International Arts Festival Night of Premiere’s Gala. Tana is also a new trustee at the museum and a long time dedicated supporter. She is a master at events and I once sat with her at the most magical event I have ever attended and which she chaired – the opening of the Searing Wing at the museum, where our dinner was served in the Rubens Gallery. To dine surrounded by those masterpieces was truly divine and awe-inspiring – a night I will never forget. Now she is working on the new October museum blockbuster. After last year’s inaugural affair, the RIAF is becoming a must-do event. The Night of Premiere’s Gala, Tana tells me, is going to be comfortable and fun and you can wear anything from casual to cocktail (Wasn’t that how the UnGala started?). The evening will start with a champagne toast in the Visitors Center followed by several artistic premieres and then it’s a big party in the courtyard with Anthony DeLeon’s Orchestra and a buffet dinner and fireworks. And of course, Poodle, the star of the evening is ballet supernova Mikhail Baryshnikov. Seeing him in all his sinewy glory is truly worth the price of admission.

A Fabulous 55th Anniversary is the theme for Mote Marine Laboratory’s Oceanic Evening.

Interior Designer Judy Graham is once again heading up the perennial committee. A big change for the event is moving it to Michael’s On East ballroom instead of hosting it on the Mote campus. There will be no auction of any kind, to the delight of husbands everywhere, only a glorious dinner and sweet dancing to the sounds of Anthony DeLeon Orchestra, who apparently is making a big comeback on the Sarasota social scene!

Honoring the memory of one of the great ladies of Sarasota, Dr. Kay Glasser, will be a major part of The Glasser/Schoenbaum Human Services Center’s The Art of Caring 20th Anniversary Gala. Chairs Carol Green and Mike Pender, along with honorary chair, Betty Schoenbaum are planning an evening of stellar entertainment featuring all of the Sarasota cultural greats – Sarasota Ballet, Circus Sarasota, Asolo Repetory Theatre, Sarasota Orchestra, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe, the Players, and Sarasota Opera. A fine art auction with local artists Gale Fulton Ross, Marianna Cotton, Debbie Dannheiser, Tonya Smith, Drew Stroble, Toby Thompson, and Millicent Kennedy will also be held. I think the Center’s Executive Director, Phil King, plans on pulling out all the stops for this one!

Glowing new mama Emily Walsh Parry, and co-chair Jackie Rogers, recently shared with me this year’s dancing line-up for Community AIDS Network’s CANDance, Dancing with our Stars production. They are Penny Hill, Anand Pallegar, Dr. Jill Morris, Dr. Russell

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Samson,

Dr.

Tanya

Schreibman,

Frederic Pulluel and that insouciant scamp, Bob Plunket, who is supposedly doing a hip-hop number with Margaret Burns and though she is not positive, Emily heard a rumor that the dance is to Sir MixA-Lot’s “Baby Got Back”. Do you think she is being a tad facetious? I tend to think so, but it is fun to imagine that picture! Dress to Impress is the attire. Who comes up with these clothing categories? Don’t you always dress to impress? If you don’t, you should.

It just makes the world a brighter, happier place. The Bobs – Trisolini and Nosal are the emcees and the producer is Stephan Sieg. Also expect a return dance from last year’s Top Fundraiser Susan Jones and Sid Pocius, who have been dancing together in ballroom competitions all over the country since last year’s event. They’ll be sure to heat up the dance floor with a cha-cha-cha! Sponsors are McCarver and Moser, Mr. Florist and The Observer.

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for Forty Carrots’ Wine Women & Shoes signature luncheon at the Ritz Carlton. The tickets are totally sold out. If you are sans ticket, you will miss the seeing the Solemen - Dr. Kyle Schaub, Dr. Burr Bakke, Graeme Malloch, Ralph Mottinger, Jeff McGrath, and Tom Waters, but you may be able to see them at Presenting Sponsor, the Center for Sight’s pre-party mixer honoring them. You can also receive a Look Good, Do Good Pass from the Center’s Faces by Fezza for discounts on Botox and Juvederm. Do they know their audience or what? You think all those hot, sassy mamas are naturally that stunning? Well, only they and Dr. Fezza know for sure. NYC bound, Paula Heap will be co-chairing longdistance with Naked Florist, Roger Capote.

There are still several openings at the Wine Maker Dinners, including at Keith and Linda Monda’s. Keith retired as President and COO of Coach in 2008 and has moved into Sanderling. Other hosts are Dr. David Shoemaker and Yara Michaels, Rich scenesarasota.com

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Laurel Oak Country Club

An Extraordinary Opportunity to Seize Life

By Sue Cullen

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Entering the grounds of the Laurel Oak Country Club is like crossing a welcoming threshold and savoring a comfortable sense of good friends awaiting your arrival and anticipating more

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his seemingly effortless feeling of warmth and comfort is actually the result of an organizational culture built upon the concept of

continuous improvement in the interests of the membership, said Dave Whalen, General Manager and Chief Operating

great times together. The genuine smiles and the

Officer of the member-owned club. This

pleasant sense of well-oiled machinery running

Laurel Oak to add membership even in a

behind the scenes encourage members and guests to relax and enjoy the lush surroundings truly at ease in the staff’s gracious service...

member-focused orientation has allowed down market.

“We have been attracting many families and active retirees because we are providing an exceptional value right now.

People can join for much less than they may think,” Whalen said, citing the financial strength of the club in addition to its topdrawer amenities. “When the market started to soften, we took the necessary steps to right-size our staff and services in areas that would not have a large impact on members.” Those timely actions set Laurel Oak on firm financial footing with a strong balance sheet. Members have had no assessments for the past three years.

“It is a great time to join, and you don’t have to be a member of the Laurel Oak community to belong,” Whalen said, adding that some people still have a misconception that the club makes it difficult for members to leave. “That is not true,” he said. “The developer originally set it up that way, which was not an issue when the market was booming. We had a waiting list then.” When the economy declined,

the

with

membership,

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voted

overwhelmingly to eliminate that hurdle.

Now, members may leave the club with reasonable notice.

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project five years ago included a total redesign of one of the 18-hole

junior sports camps for ages 8 to 17. Regularly scheduled Pizza,

courses by legendary golf course architect Rees Jones along with

Tennis & Swim nights allow children to play, and then have time to

an update and expansion of the now 45,000 square foot clubhouse.

take a dip in the six-lane junior Olympic pool and socialize.

Currently, the club is undergoing a cosmetic step-up with added landscaping, sidewalks, repaved parking lots and new paint.

“We always are very cognizant of the school calendar and schedule family and youth events accordingly,” Whalen said. The

“Members are loving it, and using the club more than ever,” Bolton said. “People are still here for the same reason they joined in the first place.

It’s a sense of belonging and pride. They love the club and want it to succeed.”

summer swim team has 65 members and competes in the local

Like other premier clubs, golf and tennis are key reasons members

membership participation has grown. Some 550 children and

join. “We probably have two of the better courses in the area

adults attended last year’s celebration up from about 300 four

with 36 of the best conditioned holes,” Whalen said. “When Rees

years ago thanks in part to the expanded old Florida-style

Jones redesigned the west course, he gave it a personality. It has

clubhouse. The club still has the youngest average age in

a flair and a playability. To play well, you have to understand his

Sarasota—57—with about 300 children under age 18.

SunCoast League. “Dive-in” movies have been a popular draw for children. A screen is set up on one end of the pool, and the kids can watch a movie while paddling in the pool or from an inflatable raft.

The

long-standing

Halloween

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philosophy. You can’t go too long or you will be penalized.”

“We have a great balance between retirees and families. Many of In contrast with the old Florida style of the west course with its

the kids have grown up in this club. You know you’re doing a good

namesake Laurel oak trees, the east course, which was designed

job when kids are high-fiving you as you’re coming down the hall,”

by Gary Player and has hosted a U.S. Open qualifier, is graced

Whalen said. “We really do try to maintain a balance. If you have

with tall palms and is a somewhat more forgiving course to play.

only young people in a club, no one will be using facilities during

“That gives our members the option to play two entirely different

the week, so we are finding harmony with all age groups.”

courses with one membership,” he says.

Adult members appreciate the creativity of the club’s chefs Youth golf also has come to the forefront with Laurel Oak now

who stay on top of new cuisines and culinary practices, always

becoming the home of renowned coach Tim Sheredy’s golf

looking for something new for members to try while maintaining

academy. “There is a huge interest in youth golf. Just like with

a selection of tried and true dishes that are members’ perennial

tennis, people come to our area from all over the world to learn

favorites. Facilities include the casual Members Lounge with its

golf,” Whalen said. “The kids who come to our golf academy are

fireplace, big screen televisions and outdoor patio seating. For

really accomplished. They can go out and shoot 70 any day.”

those looking for more of a tony restaurant atmosphere, the dining room offers sweeping views of the golf course. Activities include

How the courses are maintained also sets Laurel Oak apart from

monthly gatherings in the piano bar, tapas night, bridge, Nine and

others. For example, an aeration system is used that does not leave

Dines and annual events like the seafood extravaganza.

large holes and plugs of dirt on the course reducing downtime and delivering excellent results, which means less impact on

A reciprocal agreement is also in place with the Bird Key Yacht

members. “That same approach we have to maintenance applies

Club for those who may want to cruise up in their boats and

to our tennis courts and other amenities,” Whalen said. “We are

delight in dining to a waterfront view.

looking to give our members good value.”

Members also actively embrace the club’s charitable events, Laurel Oak has a very active tennis program making it easy to find

turning out in force to raise nearly half a million dollars in the

compatible singles or doubles players. With 12 Hydra-Grid Har-

past seven years for the Sarasota Special Olympics at an annual

Tru tennis courts, scheduling court times is not a problem.

fundraising dinner and golf tournament in March. They also have given strong support to the Club Managers Association of America

Children also participate in year-round junior tennis programs

fundraiser for the All Children’s Hospital. “These are events we

from age 4 as well as tennis camps for ages 5 to 7 and summer

sponsor as a club. It takes total buy-in from our members and

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From left, Executive Chef, Jeff Parson; Director of Golf, Matt Auen; Dining Room Manager, Deborah McKenna, Director of Clubhouse Maintenance, Bill Benedetto; General Manager/COO, David Whalen; Director of Agronomy, Darden Nicks; Catering & Events Manager, Kara Kinghorn; Membership Director, Christine Bolton, Director of Tennis, Ty Braswell; Controller, Rick Earl.

staff to make the events successful,” Whalen said. “Seventy of

the clay tennis courts free of algae. “One day I saw him out in

our members volunteer, and our members pay to play on their

a rainstorm on his hands and knees cleaning a court,” he said.

own course to help raise money for these children.”

“There is a core staff here dedicated to making this place the best it can be, and our members notice and appreciate that. We all

Members and non-members also can book club facilities for

keep making each other better.”

catered events ranging from birthday parties and Bar and Bat Mitzvahs to weddings with up to 380 guests. “With the expanded

Bolton concurs. “It’s our culture. We all take ownership here,

clubhouse, we added more dining space and upgraded the

and we hire people based on that premise,” she says. “All of us

kitchen,” he said. “It gives us the flexibility to accommodate fine

take pride in our careers and pursue the continuing education

and casual dining and hold a banquet all at the same time.”

in our fields that the club provides us. Many of us have pursued professional certification. We are dedicated to our profession and

Hosting such events is another way the club, which has been

committed to the club. Together our management staff has more

successfully member-owned for 10 years, retains its fiscal health—

than 150 years of experience.”

a particularly impressive feat in a recessionary economy marked by loss of membership at clubs across the nation. “Like any business in

The result is a feeling of welcoming warmth. “It’s the feeling

a recessionary economy, we’ve had to right size our club,” Whalen

you get when you are here. It’s the happy mix of retirees and

said. “We looked at everything from hours of operation, services

younger families; the knowledge that you are in the best possible

and staff size. We met with our committees, staff and membership

place,” she says. “People want to join a club that’s energetic and

for input into how we could modify what we were doing but still

where people have fun.” That experience is apparent the second

provide an excellent club experience for members.”

someone walks in the door, Whalen says. “It’s contagious. You can tell there is a positive pulse when you walk in,” he said. “You

The result is that members are using club amenities more, and

can tell even more when it’s not there. We’ve managed to stay

even though membership is down somewhat, the financial

ahead of the curve, even in these tough times, and we all have a

numbers are better than ever and members are being added at a

shared sense of belonging that is really something special.”

rate greater than attrition.

For more information or a tour of the club call 941-378-3399

Whalen attributes this in large part to a professional and dedicated

or email membership@laureloak.com. 2700 Gary Player

staff, citing one staff member who is fanatical about keeping

Boulevard, Sarasota, FL 34240. www.laureloak.com

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PERFECT

By Ray Collins

Betsy Nagelsen McCormack & SCF’s Women’s Tennis Team Betsy Nagelsen McCormack has jammed a lot into her 54 years. She played professional tennis for two decades, winning 27 titles in singles and doubles. She was married to a man many years her senior who has been called one of the most influential figures in sports history. And now her third act is beginning in a place few people could have predicted — even though it makes perfect sense.

Betsy was born in St. Petersburg where she learned to play tennis at a young age. After her prolific career ended, she married her agent in the late 1980s. Mark McCormack was the founder of IMG, a man credited with giving birth to the athlete/agent system. But the love of her life died suddenly after a cardiac event during minor surgery. After his tragic and sudden passing, shares of IMG were reportedly sold for $750 million dollars and split between Betsy, their infant daughter, and Mark’s three adult children from a previous marriage.

Overnight, Betsy went from being one-half of the most powerful couple in sports to a single mother raising a young daughter in a gated community in Windermere, near Orlando. Even though she lived in a multi-million dollar mansion in one of the most prestigious developments in the country, even with neighbors like Tiger Woods, Mark O’Meara, and Shaquille O’Neal, something was missing. In a decision that surprised many, she moved with her daughter into a modest condo on the grounds of the IMG Academy in Bradenton where she tools around each day in a golf cart playing tennis and making friends.

Most of the young athletes at the legendary sports academy have no idea about Betsy’s story-book past, but she’s okay with that. Adults on the campus are well-aware of who she is and are glad she’s there.

Veteran agent Olivier van Lindonk said this about Betsy: “Betsy is someone who has great knowledge of the game. We all know that. Even more important however, is that she is an even better human being. Over the years in Bradenton we have seen countless instances where she has helped young boys and girls become better players, better athletes, and better human beings.”

Which brings us to “Act Three”. Betsy came out of retirement this fall to coach a start-up woman’s tennis team at State College of Florida in Bradenton. One of her first recruits, 18-year old Mariana Palacios of Ecuador, is ecstatic to be attending SCF and having McCormack as a coach. “She’s very approachable—and she makes us work hard, which is good,” Palacios said. scenesarasota.com

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around in her golf cart, hitting tennis balls until this visiting writer

How did you wind up as coach of the State College of Florida Women’s Tennis Team?

begged to take a break and then settled down for a long talk on the

My mother knew Peg Lowery from the State College of Florida Foun-

side of the court:

dation and after speaking to my mother, Peg asked if we could have

I recently had the opportunity to spend the day with Betsy, riding

lunch with her and the new President, Lars Hafner. She wanted to

How did you first get involved in tennis?

make the introduction knowing that I had been a professional player.

When I was 6 years old, part of the Caribbean Tour passed through

The college wanted to start a new tennis program and was starting with

St. Pete and my mom’s good golfing friend had tickets and invited

a women’s team. They wanted to meet with me to get my thoughts on

us to go. At the tournament, I completely fell in love with the game.

the team. One thing led to another and I was formally asked to recruit

I begged mom to let me play. About 3 months later she took me to

and coach the women’s tennis team for the fall of 2010 and I agreed.

the same park where the tournament had been held and let me have a lesson with Dan Sullivan, the head pro who my mother knew well.

What’s going to be the hardest part of this new job?

She secretly was hoping that I would be too young, not big enough

There have definitely been some challenges as we have moved for-

to play. She was gesturing to Dan to not let me play behind my back.

ward with the new tennis program. First is making the tennis com-

When we got on the court, Dan asked me to throw the tennis ball as

munity aware of our new team and what the benefit of a two year

far as I could and if I reached the base line he would give me a lesson.

program versus a four year program holds for young upcoming play-

I threw it over the fence.....and my tennis days began.

ers. Most players look to a four year program first believing that is what is best for them. As some students are not academically, finan-

Why do you think some players make it, and 99.9% of the rest try but fail? Is it just talent, or something extra?

cially or physically prepared to enter a four year school and athletic

Certainly talent is a large part of the game, especially today. There

excellent education and compete with many great colleges. Another

have been plenty of players who have reached the top or close to it

challenge is recruiting. Finding international players has not been as

that had a lot less talent than many who had more talent and didn’t

challenging as finding players within the U.S. With limited scholar-

reach the top 10. Some of the other things that you have to have

ship availability, finding a balance between national/international and

to make it is a real passion for the game or be extremely motivated

scholarship/walk-on has been difficult. Another difficult part of my

and driven by some external force. There needs to be a hunger and

new job and for SCF as well has been the raising of funds for new

that hunger can come from different places and different reasons

tennis courts and a sports complex. As of right now, SCF has three

– whether it is to gain some freedom from their current situation or

courts that are unplayable. We are hoping to raise funds to build

country, to prove themselves to people in their lives or just a need

12 courts, a fitness center, classrooms, locker rooms and specta-

to compete. I think it’s safe to say that if you don’t have some talent

tor seating. I, along with the President of SCF and other employees,

and a love for the game (and blessed with few injuries) you won’t

have been working tirelessly to reach out to many possible donors in

make it too far in the game.

the hopes that we can build this center in the near future. It will not

program, our program would be very beneficial to their tennis and academic future as it is a great stepping stone. They would gain an

only benefit the tennis team but also other sports teams on campus

Besides the equipment, how has the game changed since you were at the top?

and we hope to be able to partner with community organizations to

When I was competing we didn’t have large entourages. We traveled

Betsy feels fortunate this opportunity presented itself—but not half as

with each other and practiced with each other because most of us

much as SCF feels fortunate to have her on their staff.

didn’t have full time traveling coaches – especially at the beginning of

Dr. Lars Hafner, SCF President, said Betsy is “internationally known as

our careers. We felt lucky if we could get a parent, sibling, or a friend

a stellar tennis professional and I count myself as one of her many ad-

to come along to tournaments. Since traveling can so lonely week

mirers. Betsy is committed to mentoring young athletes and I have full

after week, it was definitely a welcome thing to have a traveling com-

confidence that her winning attitude and personal example will inspire

panion. The lack of personal entourages possibly made for a special

them to success both in their academic life and on the tennis courts.”

camaraderie between the players. Obviously today, the rewards are

They’re happy to have her. She’s happy to have them. Sounds like a

much greater than they were, especially financially.

love match!

host certain events and programs for our area youth.

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or generations, the greater Sarasota area has been a destination for our unique and varied water attractions. In addition to the sun worshippers who seek out our pristine beaches, sport ďŹ shermen, boaters, even boat builders have set up shop here.

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over half a century. He was the founder of Blackfin Yacht

According to sportfisherman Kevin Chamberlain, Sarasota-

Corporation, once one of the premier sportfishing boats on

area fishing means two things: variety and options. “Fishing

the east coast. He also served as president of Bertram Yachts

Sarasota’s flats, bars, bays, and Gulf waters are not only

for several years.

productive for light tackle spin anglers, but for fly fishing enthusiasts as well,” said Chamberlain, who runs his own

Herndon founded Jupiter Marine in 1989 in Jupiter, Florida,

fishing charter business in Sarasota. “Shallow grass flats,

with a new and interesting plan.

mangroves, sand bars and oyster bars are hangouts for redfish and snook. These are two of southwest Florida’s most sought-

“I recognized early on that the evolution of the outboard as

after game fish and can virtually be caught year-round.”

they developed new and better engines that there was going to be more growth potential in the outboard market than

On the deeper edges of the flats and in deeper grass you’ll

there was in the inboard market,” Herndon said. “Looking

find large trout, bluefish, Spanish mackerel, jack cravalle,

back, I was right about that.”

pompano, flounder, sheepshead and many other species, depending on the season, he added.

Herndon developed his boats around that concept and found success. He was also the first to develop a unique

“I prefer fishing in the shallower water,” Chamberlain said.

hull pad system, which gives his boats improved lifting

“I have a shallow draft boat. I can pole the boat, and we

characteristics when taking off. This keeps the bow from

actually look for fish. We sight fish. And redfish and snook

lifting too high in the water, allowing the driver to stay level

are our top two. I like to go out to the east side of the bay,

and better see where he’s going.

around Ringling Flat. On the west side of the bay, you’ve got Whale Key, and all the flats north and south of that area.”

“That’s been copied a couple of times, but I don’t think it’s been perfected as well as we do it,” Herndon laughed.

Cobia, bonito and tripletail will move into the inshore Gulf of Mexico, he added.

The company moved to a larger manufacturing plant in Fort Lauderdale in 1998, and in 2007 relocated once more

“You’ll also find large schools of bluefish and Spanish

to Palmetto. That move was made to expand production of

mackerel busting baits in the same areas,” he said. “Sarasota

the company’s Express line of vessels. The new facility, some

also has some of the best tarpon fishing in the world. These

50,000 square feet in size, now allows Jupiter enough space

fish average around 100 pounds, showing up around mid-

to accommodate three lines of production, mold storage,

May and hanging around through July, or longer. Out in the

and expanded office space.

Gulf you can find amberjack, barracuda, grouper, kingfish, shark, snapper and more.”

THE BOATING LIFE

“The property values, labor rate, insurance and all of that is substantially higher on the east coast of Florida than the west coast,” Herndon said. “We took about two years in our

There’s an old saying that goes: The two happiest days in a

search, and finally decided that Palmetto represented our

boat owner’s life are the day he buys his boat and the day

best option.”

he sells it. But that saying doesn’t hold water with Carl Herndon, president of Jupiter Marine International, who

The company primarily produces center console, off-shore

has earned worldwide renown as a builder of some of the

fishing boats from 26 to 39 feet in length. Jupiter builds

world’s finest sportfishing yachts.

custom boats for customers who don’t want a standard production vessel. Herndon said this personalized level of

Now 69, Herndon has been involved with boatbuilding for scenesarasota.com

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Jupiters Marine’s 26-foot, forward seating offshore fishing boat

the process by working with his designers to build the exact

because it’s a little smaller and you can power it with smaller

kind of boat they want to own. Prices range from $100,000

engines that would accomplish reducing the initial price as well

to $500,000 depending on the size.

as the operating cost of the product. For example, the 26 has 50 percent better fuel consumption than the bigger boats.”

So how’s the boat building business in these tough economic times? “Business is fair,” Herndon said after a contemplative

On the subject of fuel costs, Herndon maintained that no

sigh. “Last year it was terrible, so if I’m having a fair year

matter what the price of a gallon of gas is, “boaters will go

based on last year, that’s good. But we manage to sell between

boating,” and there is not necessarily a direct relationship to

80-100 boats a year, on average.”

sales versus fuel costs.

It helps having a good network of dealers spanning the

“I do know from talking to our customers and people at boat

entire east coast from Massachusetts to the Florida Keys, up

shows that they’re a little more interested in how many miles

the Gulf coast all the way to New Orleans and Texas.

to a gallon they can get and how far they can get on a tank of fuel,” he said. “So it’s had an effect, but it hasn’t shut us

“We have a coastal boat,” Herndon said. “It’s not for rivers

down.”

and streams. Our boats are bigger and heavier, and they’re specifically designed to go long distances in rough water.”

Although new to Florida’s west coast, Herndon has enjoyed fishing these waters.

That said, Jupiter’s smaller and more cost-efficient models have shown to be more popular of late.

“I’ve fished the ship’s channel out of Tampa Bay off of Egmont Key,” he said. “And we’ve gone off-shore to where the reefs

“This past year we came out with our 26-foot model, which is

are. The closest one is 40 miles. Or you can go out 10, 15, 20

our newest model,” Herndon said. “The reason we did that is

miles and troll for dolphin and things like that.”

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But Jupiter’s customers are more than fishermen, he added.

lately this market has disappeared. So, in order to survive,

The company builds versatile boats to accommodate the

we decided to start a new program.”

family as well. “You’ll see our customers go over to Egmont Key, Anna Maria Island, or Beer Can Island off Longboat

That’s the Mojito line, which serves as “a fishing and family

Key and anchor for the weekend,” he said. “They’ll have a

boat,” he said, ranging from 16-22 feet in length and $11,000

picnic and take the wife and kids swimming one weekend,

to $40,000 in price.

then go out fishing the next.”

More the sailor than fisherman, Rivolta’s favorite boating Other notable boatbuilders in our area are Chris-Craft,

destinations in the area include Boca Grande, Naples, Key West,

Donzi, Yellowfin, and Rivolta Yachts.

Tampa Bay, Longboat Key, Egmont Key, the Manatee River, and Captiva, to name a few. “There are hundreds of islands around

Piero Rivolta, president of Rivolta Yachts, established his

here,” he said. “It’s a very nice area to take a boat. So many places

business in Sarasota about 10 years ago. Rivolta, 69, has

to go out on a Friday and be back easily by Sunday.”

spent much of his life on the water and has expressed his love of boating in the designs of just about any seaworthy

Interested in learning more about boating and boatbuilders

vessel imaginable — from luxury sailboats and catamarans

in our area? Check out the following links:

to his Mojito line of so-called panga-styled boats,

Jupiter Marine International — www.JupiterMarine.com

competitively priced and equally suitable for commercial

Rivolta Yachts — www.RivoltaYachts.com

fishing, tourism and recreational use. “I’m a very fanatic

For more information on Kevin Chamberlain’s sportfishing

sailor,” Rivolta said. “And I enjoyed building larger motor

tours or to book a trip, visit www.flatsangler.com or call

yachts, that go from 38 to 45 feet in length. Unfortunately,

(941) 366-FISH (3474).

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By Ryan G. Van Cleave

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OUR LOCAL LINKS... ention golfing in the Southeastern U.S. and most golfers think of Augusta National Golf Club, TPC Sawgrass, The Sea Pines Resort, Mill Cove, or Calusa Pines. But anyone who’s spent much time on the links of Sarasota and Manatee Counties knows we’ve got plenty to be proud of

within a 30-minute drive or so. According to a Florida Golf News survey, nine area courses rank in the top 20 in Southwest Florida, and 4 rank in the statewide top 100. Not too bad for only having about 50 public and private courses here in our own backyard. Whether you like open water or island, tight fairways or wide-open spaces, the following close-by courses are just a sampling of the many options we have that will interest you no matter your budget, playing style, or handicap.

Palm Aire Country Club

Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club

Palm Aire’s two 18-hole championship courses are steeped in history—

This private membership club showcases 36 holes

this is the site of “Shell’s Wonderful World of Golf,” the first national

designed by the Palmer Course Design Company,

televised golf program. The Lakes course was designed by Joe Lee,

and 18 more designed by noted architect Rick

and the Champions course comes from world-renowned architect Dick

Robbins. For those who like amenities, this has it

Wilson, which means both offer just enough water and fairway challenges

all—18 lighted tennis courts, heated Junior Olympic

to make accuracy count. This private course also has five locations at

pool, a deli, men’s and women’s card rooms, and

each tee box to accommodate every player’s level. For those who love

even child care facilities. Try the Cypress Links

amenities, Palm Aire has a junior Olypic-sized pool, a 25,000-square foot

course to see lovely tiered sod bunkers that are

clubhouse, and eight Har-Tru tennis courts plus two all-weather courts.

quite reminiscent of St. Andrews.

If nighttime tennis is your thing, six of the courts are lit up after dark.

7650 Legacy Boulevard, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 www.lakewoodranchgolf.com

5601 Country Club Way | Sarasota, FL 34243 | www.palmaire.net

IMG Academies Golf and Country Club at El Conquistador This semi-private 18-hole championship course enjoyed a $2.5 million renovation in 2003. Couple that with its well-manicured greens, mature oaks, smart bunker positioning, and stunning view of Sarasota Bay from the main clubhouse, and it’s easy to see why IMG is a standout course worthy of a visit. Enjoy the Gulf breezes and the area’s natural beauty here at this shot-maker’s course, but keep an eye out for lateral water hazards. And be sure to hit a straight tee shot off 15 or you’ll have trouble avoiding that scenic creek.

5500 34th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34210 www.imggcc.com scenesarasota.com

Legacy Golf Club Ranked as one of America’s top golf courses from Zagat (2007-2010), this Bradenton Arnold Palmer Signature 18hole championship course features both sand and water at nearly every hole. It’s a beautiful course that’s challenging enough for talented golfers, but not too much for medium handicappers to survive thanks to some fairly generous fairway that make for long cart rides through the shadows of nearby condos. Don’t forget to enjoy the natural scenery, though—the area is certified as an Audubon International Sanctuary, so watch for the nesting birds and the red-tailed hawks. (If birds aren’t your thing, they have river otters too!)

8255 Legacy Boulevard, Bradenton, FL 34202 www.legacygolfclub.com

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Longboat Key Club & Resort

Laurel Oak Country Club

While Islandside has its share of fans, it’s

This club has two championship golf courses crafted by Gary Player, though

Harbourside’s 27-hole layout that holds

the older has been recently redesigned by Rees Jones, the so-called “U.S.

real appeal thanks to its superior views of

Open Doctor.” Part of the appeal of Laurel Oak beyond the well-manicured

Sarasota Bay. Florida architect Ron Garl

greens and lush fairways is that their 800 acres are so close to downtown

did a $2-million renovation in January

Sarasota and all it has to offer. They’ve also hosted the U.S. Open qualifying

of 2005 to this William Byrd designed

tournament here, and it continues to be the site for the Michelob Ultra-Lite

course that updated the putting surfaces

National Tournaments as well as the Sarasota area Special Olympics Fund-

to USGA regulation and kept the course

Raising Tournament.

with enough risk-reward opportunities

2700 Gary Player Boulevard | Sarasota, FL 34240 | www.laureloak.com

to excite strong hitters. Enjoy the sabal palms, fiddleleaf palms, figs, and Southern

Tatum Ridge Golf Links

pines that line the fairways and really put

Named one of Golf Digest’s Best Places to play in 2008/2009, this semi-private

a premium on course strategy. Celebrity

Scottish-style course has preserved wetlands and 11 lakes to give players a real

watchers should keep an eye out—Tom

taste of Florida’s nature and wildlife. The signature hole is the 13th, a 504-yard

Selleck, Robert DeNiro, Cher, Bill Cosby,

par-5 with a tough dogleg to the right over water. Bring some extra balls because

Brad Pitt, Anne Bancroft, and Gwyneth

that rough can be unforgiving.

Paltrow are just a few that have been

421 Tatum Road North | Sarasota, FL 34240 | www.tatumridgegolflinks.com

spotted enjoying this magnificent resort.

220 Sands Pointe Road, Longboat Key, FL 34228 www.longboatkeyclub.com

The Founders Club This private golf club and community limits golf memberships to 275 so a tee time is essentially unneeded. This Robert Trent Jones, Jr. is a first-rate golf

Misty Creek Country Club Sure, the course is nice (it has terrific Champion®

turf-grass

greens)

but

perhaps the best selling point is that it’s set in a wildlife preserve that is home to bald eagles. Add in the dense vegetation and live oak forests in every direction and this makes for a spectacular view throughout all 18 holes. Ron Haynes, the Director of Dining Services at the Ringling College of Art + Design who’s a lifelong Sarasota golfer (he even played

experience with a state-of-the-art indoor training facility complete with launch monitor and swing analysis. It is the only Sarasota-Manatee golf community to be on Travel + Leisure Golf Magazine’s list of “America’s Top 100 Golf Course Communities” in 2007, 2008, and 2009. It’s no wonder that Carlton Fisk held his “Fisk and Friends Celebrity Golf Classic” here last year and raised thousands of dollars for needy area children.

3001 Founders Club Drive, Sarasota, FL 34240 | www.thefoundersclub.com

It’s not just locals that think we’ve got it good here in terms our golfing options.

Golflink.com has Bradenton ranked as #6 on Florida’s top golf destinations. Sarasota is #7. “The only thing that gets in the way of a great, affordable round of golf,” says Ron Haynes, who used to get dropped off during his teen years at the Bobby Jones

on Pineview’s inaugural golf team which

municipal course in the morning and picked up again at dusk by his parents, “is the

played at the now-defunct Foxfire Golf

rain. We have some of the best courses around that were made by some of the best

Club), says that despite his 13 handicap,

course designers. Best of all, it’s affordable. You can play 18 at most of the courses

he shot par on the back nine thanks to the

and still have enough money in your pocket for the 19th hole.”

consistent putting surfaces and bunkers.

“It’s a great course,” he says, smiling as

Maybe golf isn’t going to overtake the glorious Gulf beaches and our vibrant arts

he remembers all nine pars that he scored

community as the big attraction for our area. But standing on the 8th teebox at Misty

in front of his Sertoma golfing friends.

Creek and watching bald eagles soar overhead as the sunset spreads pink and orange

8954 Misty Creek Drive, Sarasota, FL 34241 www.mistycreek.net

across the horizon? It doesn’t get much better. Just ask Ron Haynes.

Ryan G. Van Cleave (ryangvancleave.com) is a Sarasota-based freelance writer & writing coach.

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Play for the day or join one of our flexible membership opportunities. Full, Seasonal or Social/Range Membership!

Call for Group Golf Rates of 12 or more.

Join us for casual or fine dining with breathtaking views of Sarasota Bay. Plan the event of your lifetime, business meeting or get-together with friends.

Special events are our specialty!

Visit www.imggcc.com and sign up to receive discounts and special offers!

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Play Our Greens for a Lot Less of Yours. *Free Carts for One Year!

Membership Categories: *Full, Sport, Tennis &Social Seasonal & Non-Resident Memberships PALM AIRE COUNTRY CLUB is a Private, Member-owned Club. From the beauty and challenge of our two championship 18-hole golf courses, to superb dining in the newly-renovated 25,000 square foot Clubhouse, you’ll have the perfect place to entertain family, friends and business associates. Walk in the footsteps of golfing legends on our famous Champions course where televised golf held its first national program.

Or, for a faster pace, daily activities at our Athletic Center can challenge you even more. This outstanding country club is one of the largest in the greater Sarasota area. With a wide variety of condominiums, single family homes and villas, you will find Florida living as it should be – natural, quiet and relaxed. Come visit Sarasota-Bradenton’s legendary golf community. Enjoy the best of both worlds - your choice - the convenience of tee times or the camaraderie of shotguns.

For Membership information call Renee Woods, 941-556-0782 Exit 213 off I-75, west on University Parkway, right on Whitfield Avenue, left on Country Club Way 5601 Country Club Way, Sarasota, Florida 34243

Unlimited Use of All Club Amenities 36 Champion Holes of Golf Jr. Executive Dues 30-50% Reduction 10 Tennis Courts ◆ Fitness Center with 24/7 Access Heated Jr. Olympic Pool ◆ Endless Social Events Superb Dining & Curbside To Go

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SARASOTA COUNTY Bent Tree Country Club – Sarasota

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Meadows Country Club – Sarasota

941.371.8200/benttreecc.net

941.371.0982/meadowscc.org

941.378.5153/meadowscc.org

Golf Pro: Doug Mochrie

Golf Pro: David Nichols

Golf Pro: David Nichols

Tennis Pro: Don Caprio

Tennis Pro: Don Caprio

Gulf Gate Executive Club – Sarasota

Mission Valley Golf & Country Club – Laurel

Bird Bay Golf Club – Venice 941.485.9333

941.921.5515

Bobby Jones Complex – Sarasota 941.955.8041/bobbyjonesgolfclub.com Golf Pro: Christian Martin

941.488.9683/missionvalleycc.com

Heritage Oaks Golf & Country Club – Sarasota

Golf Pro: Brian Dale Tennis Pro: Brenda Mertz

941.926.7602/heritageoaksgcc.com

Boca Royale Golf & Country Club – Englewood

Golf Pro: Joe Angelo

Misty Creek Country Club – Sarasota

Tennis Pro: Palo

941.922.2188/mistycreek.net Golf Pro: Nick Chasteen

941.474.7475/bocaroyale.net Golf Pro: Wahoo Jacobs Tennis Pro: Pancho Williams

Jacaranda West Country Club – Venice

Oak Ford Golf Course – Sarasota

941.493.5010/jacwestcc.com

941.371.3680/888.881.3673

Calusa Lakes Golf Club – Nokomis

Golf Pro: Julie Baiers

oakfordgolfclub.com

941.484.8995/golfinvenice.com/calusa

Tennis Pro: Adam Zastempowski

Golf Pro: John Prexler

Lake Venice Golf Club – Venice

Oaks Club – Osprey

Capri Isles Golf Club – Venice

941.488.3948/lakevenicegolf.com

941.966.2161/theoaksclub.com

941.485.3371/golfinvenice.com/capri

Golf Pro: David Knott

Golf Pro: Tim Beckwith

Golf Pro: Jay Hosey

Tennis Pro: Tom Whitten

Golf Pro: Mike Cummings

Laurel Oak Country Club – Sarasota Concession Golf & Country Club – Bradenton

941.378.3600/laureloak.com Golf Pro: Matt Auen

Oyster Creek Golf & Country Club – Englewood

941.322.1465/theconcession.com

Tennis Pro: Ty Braswell

941.475.0334/oystercreekgolfclub.com Golf Pro: Joel King

Golf Pro: Gary Geiger

Lemon Bay Club – Englewood Founders Club – Sarasota

941.697.3729/lemonbaygolfclub.com

Palm Aire Country Club – Sarasota

941.371.9720/thefoundersclub.com

Golf Pro: Ben McCoy

941.355.9733/palmaire.net Golf Pro: Steve Yates

Golf Pro: Jim Owen

Longboat Key Club – Longboat Key

Tennis Pro: Greg High

Gator Creek Golf Club – Sarasota

941.387.1632/longboatkeyclub.com

941.924.1111

Head Professional: Michael Brooks

Golf Pro: Mark Scallen

Director of Golf: Terry O’Hara

Pelican Pointe Golf & Country Club – Venice

Tennis Pro: John Woods

941.496.4653/pelicanpointeclub.com Golf Pro: Bill Neal

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The Closest Private Country Club to Downtown Sarasota

Three meticulously groomed courses. No greens fees, pay only cart fee.

Recognized as one of the nation’s top tennis complexes, featuring 17 lighted, Har-Tru courts.

Elegant or casual dining is all up to you at one of our three dining facilities.

Our 5,000 sq. ft. fitness center offers a variety of fitness equipment, and exercise classes.

Cool off or lounge by our beautiful pool.

for a limited time!

The Meadows Country Club is waiving its new member initiation fee.*

b The Meadows Country Club has been consistently voted #1 in the Sarasota Herald Readers Choice Awards.

b The Meadows Country Club is financially stable and has had no member assessments in over 10 years as well as no long term debt.

b The Meadows Country Club has the most competitive full member dues of any private member owned country club in Florida with more than 36 holes of golf.

3101 Longmeadow • Sarasota, FL | Email: membershipsales@meadowscc.org

(941) 306-3186 Membership is contingent upon approval by the Club and in compliance with the club’s rules and regulations. All applications for Membership must be approved by the Board of Governors and all applicants are subject to interview prior to approval of their application for Membership. Such approval shall be at the Club’s sole and absolute discretion. Call for complete details.

Plantation Golf & Country Club – Venice

Venetian Golf and River Club – Venice

Legacy Golf Club – Bradenton

941.483.4811/venetiangolfandriverclub.com

941.907.7067/legacygolfclub.com

941.497.1494/plantationgcc.com

Golf Pro: Chris Souchak

Golf Pro: DJ Coutu

Golf Pro: Mike Domalske, Dave Hronek,

Tennis Pro: Charlie San Domenico

Venice East Golf Club – Venice

Links at Greenfield Plantation – Bradenton

941.493.0005

941.747.9432/

Julie Edgar Tennis Pro: Fred Schuchert

Rolling Green Golf Club – Sarasota

linksatgreenfieldplantation.com

941.355.7621/rollinggreengc.com

Venice Golf & Country Club – Venice

Golf Pro: Joe Mann

941.492.9600/venicegolfandcc.com Golf Pro: Coleman Plecker

Sara Bay Country Club – Sarasota

Tennis Pro: Wes Dubois

941.355.7658/sarabaycc.org Golf Pro: Daren King

Golf Pro: Matt Primrose

Manatee County Golf Course – Bradenton 941.792-6773

Village Green Golf Club – Sarasota

Golf Pro: Dennis Bush

941.922.9500/villagegreengolfclub.com

Sarasota Golf Club – Sarasota

Golf Pro: Jack Binswanger

941.371.2431/sarasotagc.com

Palm View Hills Golf Course – Palmetto 941.722.2392

Manager: Keith Pope

Waterford Golf Club – Venice

Golf Pro: John Wolfe

941.484.6621/golfinvenice.com

Palmetto Pines Golf Course – Parrish

Golf Pro: Jau Nash

941.776.1375/

Serenoa Golf Club – Sarasota 941.925.2755/serenoagc.com

MANATEE COUNTY 941.792.1600/bradentoncc.org

Peridia Golf & Country Club – Bradenton

Sorrento Par 3 – Nokomis

Golf Pro: Joe Stencik

941.758.2582/peridiagcc.net

941.966.4884

Tennis Pro: Laurie Tinnell

Golf Pro: Timothy M. Bohan

Buffalo Creek Golf Course – Palmetto 941.776.2611

Pinebrook/Ironwood Golf Club – Bradenton

Golf Pro: Dennis Bush

941.792.3288/pinebrookironwood.com

Golf Pro: Ed Rodriguez

Bradenton Country Club – Bradenton

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Golf Pro: Jerry Howard

Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club – Sarasota 941.966.1800/stoneybrook.net

Golf Pro: Joe Nuzback

Golf Pro: Darren Dimick

Heather Hills Golf Club – Bradenton

Tennis Pro: Ron Smith

941.755.8888

Preserve At Tara – Bradenton

Golf Pro: Dick Miner

941.756.2944/taramanatee.com

Tatum Ridge Golf Links – Sarasota 941.378.4211/tatumridgegolflinks.com Golf Pro: Bob Keller PGA

TPC Prestancia – Sarasota

Golf Pro: Bryan Bowers

IMG Academy Golf & Country Club at El Conquistador – Bradenton 941.758.1466/elconcc.com

Ritz–Carlton Members Golf Club – Bradenton

Golf Pro: Joey Rassett

941.309.2900

941.924.1331/tpcprestancia.com Golf Pro: Mike Zosh

Golf Pro: Glen Murray

Imperial Lakewoods – Palmetto 941.747.4653/imperiallakewoodsgolfclub.com

River Club – Bradenton

University Park Country Club – University Park

Golf Pro: Tracy Lowry

941.751.4211/riverclubgc.com

941.359.9999/universityparkfl.com Golf Pro: Ashley Hayden

Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club – Bradenton

River Run Golf Links – Bradenton

Tennis Pro: Jared Grose

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River Wilderness Golf & Country Club – Parrish

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Tara Golf & Country Club – Bradenton 941.758.7961/taragcc.com Golf Pro: Melissa William

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This year Lakewood Ranch celebrates its 15th year anniversary of the first home sold! Eighteen of the first founding families still live on the ranch today – including Hylynn Kearney, who is featured here in one of the first ads for Lakewood Ranch back in 1996, when she was just 2 years old. Hylynn is now a junior at Lakewood Ranch High School. Here’s what she says it was like

Growing Up On The Ranch Then

About Me I’m 17 years old and I go to Lakewood Ranch High School. I like going to the beach and hanging out with my friends at the Ranch. I am lucky to have a job at Dunkin’ Donuts and I also love to volunteer at Cat Depot.

My Neighborhood Summerfield Bluffs is really cool because I know a bunch of the kids here, and we all hang out and just have fun in the park. Our house is on the Preserve and it is really cool the way the sun shines through the trees in the morning (if I am ever up that early any more). The moon rises right over our pool cage and my dad woke us up one night to watch a lunar eclipse. We

Now

are lucky to have the Braden River in our back yard and a nice lake in the middle of the development that we can go fishing at.

My Favorite Places Around The Ranch Main Street, because I love movies. It’s great to go there and then hang out with my friends and have ice cream. Another cool place is the dog park and I also like Summerfield Park where I still go on the spinning ride.

Any Run-ins With Wildlife?

A bunch actually. A snake decided that my bathroom was gonna be its new home. A gator sunbathed on our lawn once and it got real close to our pool.

A bobcat and I had a staring contest while we were both in the same tree in my backyard. A group of deer lived in the clearing right outside my window for a while and a bunch of screeching owls would keep us up all night.

What do you think about the ad you were in 15 years ago?

What am I wearing? An orange, purple and green jumpsuit, come on mom, for real? And the bows in my hair, my mom never let me out without one! I really do like the flowers. It’s pretty cool to think there were only 200 homes sold and now there are, what, 7000??

A FISH TALE

By Sue Blue

Left: The author, age 11 and her Tarpon.

Below: Captain Frank Roberts’ Charter Boat “Placid”

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Frank’s boat at the City Pier in the dark. Dawn would not break until a

couple of hours had passed and we were bobbing around in the Gulf waters. I was thinking about a nap on a bunk bed down below, but I was too excited. Finally, it was time. Captain Frank cut the engines as we gazed at the surrounding waters. There was no land in sight. Now and then another charter boat would appear and the captains would exchange calls of “Any hits?” Answers were all in the negative.

Captain Frank brought up the anchor and we went chugging along to another spot, which to me, looked exactly like the place we’d just left. The hunt continued as the sun rose. The slow up and down motion of the boat was rocking me to sleep. Then, the call came...a giant silver fish had just jumped out of the sparkling water. Captain Frank placed me in a rotating, boltedto-the-deck chair at the stern. Here I was, holding a huge reel in my small hands as

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a whining line was winding its way into the water. Suddenly I felt a violent jerk. A strike!

Captain Frank swung into action as he clamped down on the reel release and began coaching me on the fine art of catching a fighting game fish – a tarpon.

Although I didn’t know it at the time, I was participating in a historic activity. Pioneers in tiny boats using only the flimsiest of poles challenged these ‘silver kings’ of the Gulf decades ago. For years, sport fishing enthusiasts from all over journeyed to Sarasota every summer to enter the Sarasota Anglers Club Tarpon Tournament. The tournament brought most welcome business to the charter boat captains during the slow summer months. The Sarasota waters held schools of numerous varieties of fish. During the winter and spring, the boats were busy bringing in food fish and other types of sporting fish. But it was the king of them all, the tarpon, that really tested the mettle of the sportsman and tarpon came to Sarasota only during late spring and summer.

As long as there have been fish and fishermen, fish tales have been told and re-told.

One of the oldest was related by A.B. Edwards who became mayor and built the Edwards Theatre, known today as the Sarasota Opera House. He said, “You could hardly row across to one of the keys without ending up with a dozen or so fish in your boat. The fish were so thick!” Edwards, a native Sarasotan, described seeing a school of fish entering the bay in the morning, continuing to move north during the day, and when night fell, that same school was still in sight.

One of our earliest developers, Owen Burns, was also an ardent fisherman. Sarasota fishing stories brought him here and he stayed to invest in land and help build our city.

Sarasota is remembering his 1912 arrival this November, marking the 100th anniversary, with a number of special events. One of our best local “fish tales” involves Owen Burns, his lovely bride to be, Vernona, and a tarpon. She hooked a big one and Burns was ecstatic.

Then he spied a barracuda, the type of marauding spoil sport that preyed on fish on the line, partaking of free bites and spoiling the beauty of the catch. Burns, white linen suit and all, dove into the water and flailed his arms and legs, scaring the bewildered barracuda away. His lovely Vernona landed a beautiful, intact, shining silver tarpon.

Inventor and industrialist, Powel Crosley, Jr., hooked his first tarpon in Sarasota waters and became hooked on Sarasota. He moved here in 1929 and when he became president of the Sarasota County Anglers Club the next year, he began using his Cincinnati radio station, WLW, to relay news of our tarpon tournament. The tarpon stories were picked up by stations nationwide. Sarasota’s little tournament became a must-enter event for sports fishermen from all over the country.

The Sarasota Sportfishing Anglers Club Tarpon Tournament celebrated its 80th Annual All-Release Tarpon Tournament this past July. They don’t bring tarpon in to the dock at the city pier any more. They are now measured by “girth” instead of weight and then released to swim and jump again, which I think is a good idea. It is sad, though, that there isn’t the hoopla these days that we used to experience with the tournaments of yesteryear. Well, that’s understandable. Just look at all the sports happenings in Sarasota! Swim meets, regatta races, tennis, golf, rowing, shuffleboard, soccer, ice skating, skateboarding, power boat racing, rugby, polo, professional baseball and football ...the list goes on and on.

Sarasota is truly a “Sportsman’s Paradise”.

Oh, I almost forgot. Yes, I did catch my tarpon. And, my fish tale made the front page of the Sarasota Herald. scenesarasota.com

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SLEEK

WALL SYSTEMS

M

Clever Flexible Design Meets Divine Beauty

By Jacqueline Miller

ost of us have a wall in our main living area that serves

Once placed, each unit can be easily moved to change its look

as the focal point of the room. It’s the wall where every-

and function. The craftsmanship is superior and the attention to

thing comes together – entertainment, art and other

detail is excellent. Doors and drawers glide smoothly and all of

collectibles, books, and more. When I came upon this wall pan-

your television, video, and stereo wiring is carefully hidden but still

eling system, I knew I found the perfect solution to making it all

easy to access behind the simple to remove back panel. Decora-

beautifully come together.

tive items, such as paintings, mount the same way as the furni-

It starts with a custom back panel to which vertical and hori-

ture – quickly and trouble-free.

zontal shelving and cabinets easily mount. Have fun designing

If you’re interested in learning more about these flexible

your own wall system by mixing and matching wood colors of

and beautiful wall systems, you don’t have to travel far. It should

shelves and cabinets or add glass. Solid wood choices include

come as no surprise that I found this sleek and innovative de-

walnut, steamed beech, and elm. There are also numerous shelf

sign at Copenhagen Imports, 7211 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota

and cabinet combinations to fit your space and storage needs.

(941.923.2569).

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Get Your Front Row Seat

By Susan Cullen

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Are you ready for some football?! Or just about any other sport

mashed plantains with steak or chicken, and Cuban ropa vieja,

known to man (and woman) kind. ‘Tis the season to get your game

tender-cooked beef shredded in a tomato sauce. Known for

on and cheer your favorite team on to the championship. Everyone

its roast pork, Bacalao is the only local restaurant that roasts a

knows that is hungry and thirsty work. So, area sports bars have

whole pig, says owner Rafael Perez. Prices are very reasonable

stocked up on the necessary libations and fare to sustain a great

with appetizers starting at $1.99 and dinners at $7.99. “I don’t just

Sarasota pastime, eating, drinking and cheering ourselves hoarse

target football or basketball, we are where music, food and sports

for our favorite teams.

come together,” Perez says. In addition to sports, Bacalao has a karaoke night and live jazz four nights a week for the less sports-

When it comes to sports extravaganzas, the Sarasota Ale House

minded among us.

stands out. “We are very value oriented. It’s the selection of TVs, the value of the drink menu and the food menu,” says Gary Beasley,

Champions Pub brings the ambiance of an English community bar

general manager. “Our variety is a key selling point.” That goes for

to Sarasota via its owners Tony and Joy Middlemiss who hail from

the selection of games available on the 43 HDTVs as well as the

Newcastle, England. Joy makes homemade English pasties and

variety on the menu. Fans can scale the Mt. Everest of sports bar

pies, savory steak and chicken fillings enveloped or topped with

food, the Zinger® Mountain Melt consisting of spicy and garlicky

flaky pastry, and scotch eggs. These English classics mingle with

boneless wings stacked atop French fries capped with melted

more American fare like wings, burgers and jalapeño poppers.

cheese and finished with a sprinkling of bacon. The menu also has

Although patrons determine what is shown on Champions’ 102-

a respectable selection of traditional nibbles and an array of pastas,

inch TV and six smaller screens, the pub draws a lot of English

salads and full dinners. Daily specials range from a whole Maine

soccer fans. “We tried to make it what we call in England a

lobster for $10.95 to barbecue ribs and prime rib for $10.99.

community bar,” Middlemiss said. “We’re mainly a neighborhood bar, especially at night with darts.”

If you like your sports spiced with a Latin flair, Bacalao offers interesting options in food and entertainment. In addition to more

Maybe you’re coming out to root for your far-away home team

usual fare like fried Mozzarella sticks and cheese fries, it also

or are a dedicated Gator or Seminole fan(atic.) The Sports Page

boasts classic Puerto Rican dishes like Mofongo, twice-fried and

has you covered on its 14 screens. “The room is set up well for

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Café Gabbiano Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar

Owners Peter & Susan Migliaccio “A total first class dining experience all the way around. I would consider flying down from Ohio just to dine at Gabbiano’s again.”

Fine Italian Cuisine

-Warren, OH

Over 500 wines from around the world

5104 Ocean Boulevard | Siesta Key | 941-349-1423 Closed Sundays until October

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SUPER DINNER

sports events,” says Sports Page partner

Live Jazz Music

Bob Richards. “You can sit in one spot

TUESDAY • 7-10PM FRIDAY • 6-9PM SUNDAY • 5:30-8PM

ials Spec 4pm-8pm $7.99

Extra charge for all substitutions.

and watch six games.”

Brazilian Jazz

With a char-broiler in the kitchen, Richards

SATURDAY • 6-9PM

says burgers earn lots of praise. Now that

Night Life

grouper is back on the menu, the grouper

MONDAY: Grilled Chicken Breast (with two sides)

Reuben also has its fans along with the

WEDNESDAY:

TUESDAY: T-Bone Steak

Drag Show • 10PM-2AM

corned beef version. Rather than using

THURSDAY:

(with two sides)

WEDNESDAY: Fajita (beef or chicken) THURSDAY: 1/2 Baby Back Rib Slab

w/French Fries and Cole Slaw

Raggae • 10PM - Close

store bought chips, The Sports Page

FRIDAY:

buys its own tortillas and fries its chips

SATURDAY:

fresh, using a special layering technique

Tex Mex • 10PM - Close

FRIDAY: Tilapia (Pescado) SATURDAY: Breaded Pork Loin

Salsa Night 10PM - Close

to distribute chili, cheese and condiments throughout its nachos.

(with two sides)

SUNDAY: Skirt Steak (Churrasco)

Homemade soups and daily specials as diverse as meatloaf and mashed potatoes or shrimp and crabmeat salad, grace the menu generally priced under $7. Those

SARASOTA, FL

hankering a late night bite should know

1100 N. Tuttle Ave.

that the kitchen is open until 1:30 a.m.

(corner Tuttle and 12th St.)

Grand Slam Plaza

every day.

(across from Ed Smith Stadium)

578532-01

941.366.0157

So, grab your crew and maybe a brew and may the best team win!

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Bacalao Here’s a sports bar with a Latin twist and something for the whole family.

Sports-minded parents can watch the action on one of 13 strategically-placed screens or the jumbo 120-inch flat

True Mixed Media

screen. Less avid fans can listen to live

They paint with sauces; they

music. Prices are family friendly with

sculpt with cheese…their

dinners from $7.99 to $14.99. Wrestling

canvas, a gently warmed plate.

fans can bring the kids to watch a free

At Café Baci, we call these

live match once a month.

artisans “Chefs” and feature

Champions Pub English

soccer

fans

their masterpieces daily.

rejoice!

This

English-style community pub opens Saturday and Sunday mornings to catch the early games. A breakfast menu, which includes a full English breakfast, is available. Champions also is a destination for steel tipped darts, hosting 22 teams.

Authentically Fresh. Authentically Italian.

4001 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota • 921-4848 • www.CafeBaci.net

Sarasota Ale House With 43 HDTVs in the house, Sarasota Ale House is the Disney of sports fans.

Time-honored sports bar noshes are available along with fussier cuisine like a slow-simmered pork Ossobuco.

Fantasy Football parties are offered for $15 per person, and the season is capped with an all-you-can-eat-anddrink Super Bowl party for $50. Holiday party planners need to book now.

The Sports Page A perennial downtown favorite, The Sports Page offers a respectable selection

of

well-prepared

sports

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BRCA TESTING:

ARE YOU A CANDIDATE?

By Jean M. Kennar, MD

Today, we have at our fingertips a number of methods which,

When test results are obtained, they will be reviewed by your

when combined, help to detect the presence of breast cancer.

physician. A negative result does not rule out the possibility of

From family history assessment of risk combined with physical

developing a breast cancer, but indicates there is no BRCA gene

exam, to the addition of mammography, ultrasound and even

defined predilection. Sporadic breast cancers are still possible

MRI, we strive to obtain 100% detection of an existent cancer.

and surveillance measures including breast self exam, routine

But what of the possibility of defining a patient at risk for he-

physical exams, mammography, and possibly an MRI based on

reditary breast cancer before she actually has breast cancer?

high risk (self-history, family history or prior biopsy showing a

Impossible? No.

high risk lesion) are recommended for early detection.

BRCA analysis is a blood test, ordered by your physician, aimed

A positive result gives you and your physician the informa-

at detecting the presence of a modified, “Mutated”, BRCA1

tion necessary to formulate a plan of risk reduction including

(breast cancer) and BRCA2 (ovarian cancer) gene inherited

increased surveillance - breast self exams monthly beginning

from your mother or father.

at age 18 and semi-annual physical breast exams beginning at ages 18-25. Chemoprevention has been shown to reduce risk

The BRCA1 gene mutation increases the risk of breast cancer

of both breast and ovarian cancer.

by age 50 to approximately 50%, an incidence of only 2% in the genes absence. Likewise, BRCA2 mutation increases the risk of

The option of prophylactic mastectomy – breast removal – and

ovarian cancer by age 70 to 44%, with only a 2% risk if nega-

or oophorectomy – ovarian removal – are viable options and

tive. Breast cancer risk by age 70 in BRCA1 positive individuals

require careful consideration of risks and benefits before mov-

increases to as high as 87%, where the risk is only 7% in non-

ing forward.

positive individuals.

BRCA gene positivity has implications to close family members Not everyone is a candidate for BRCA testing and knowledge

– parents, brothers, sisters and children as well as more distant

of family history is helpful when discussing the option with your

cousins, aunts and uncles. Copies of your testing results will

physician. The presence of this mutated gene accounts for ap-

aide their physicians in their health management.

proximately 10% of breast and ovarian cancers, and can be passed on to your children, if present.

Myriad Laboratories will process the BRCA analysis following receipt of your blood sample paperwork. Many insurance compa-

BRCA testing is appropriate for those with a family or personal

nies cover the cost of this service but you will be contacted should

history of breast cancer before age 50, breast cancer in two or

there be any financial consequence to you. The Genetic Informa-

more relatives, the presence in a male relative or breast cancer in

tion Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 or “GINA” prohibits discrimina-

both breasts or twice in the same breast. Eastern European Jew-

tion on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insur-

ish heritage (primarily from Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Ukraine

ance. This legislation is available for your review on line.

and Russia), i.e. Ashkenazi Jewish heritage individuals with a

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family/self history should also be tested. Individuals with a family

Dr. Jean Kennar is a general surgeon. Her office is located at 3920

history of ovarian cancer at any age are included for testing.

Bee Ridge Rd., Bldg. E, Sarasota. 941.923.1861/jeankennarmd.com

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ASTHMA & COPD: A GLIMPSE INTO WHAT LIES AHEAD

By Hugh H. Windom, M.D.

For those of you not satisfied with the medicine you’re taking

wherein 25-50 sites around the world will each attempt to

now, do you wonder when a better drug will become avail-

enroll 10-15 patients. I offer these studies to patients in my

able? The answer can be found within the clinical research

practice and will advertise to allow others in the community

industry. This is where promising agents developed in basic

the opportunity to take part. A trial can be designed to last

science research labs are put to the test in human trials. The

anywhere from a few weeks to over a year.

results of these trials are presented to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for their approval.

The advantages for a patient getting involved in a trial: Advantages include a feeling that you are contributing to the

The clinical trial process: There are four phases of clinical trials;

development of a new drug; establishing good habits of tak-

three required before approval by the FDA and the phase IV tri-

ing your medicine since adherence to drug use is strongly

als are optional, post-marketing studies where new drugs are

emphasized; frequent testing to monitor your progress, and

compared to older agents in hopes of proving their superiority.

learning more about your condition through interaction with the doctors and nurses conducting the study.

Phase I trials are the initial human trials where safety is the major objective.

What’s new in the treatment of asthma and COPD: Asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD,

Phase II trials are then conducted to establish the proper

or emphysema, typically a smoking induced condition) are

dosage of drug.

distinct entities, yet they often share some of the same medications. We have been studying a once a day bronchodilator

If the company remains positive about their drug, the final

that relaxes the airways to allow easier breathing in patients

pre-approval phase III trials are launched in large multicenter

with either respiratory condition. In children with asthma, we

studies with hundreds of patients. This phase focuses on

are studying a twice daily inhaled bronchodilator in combi-

drug efficacy, while confirming safety and ideal dosing.

nation with an agent to reduce the swelling of the airways.

An adult asthma study is looking at a pill that blocks one of

The pre-approval trials, phases I – III, can last many years.

the steps leading to mucous build up in the lungs. These

Each trial progresses meticulously through stages that in-

and other studies planned for the next year offer a promising

volve designing the study, selection of the research centers,

future for patients with asthma and COPD.

patient recruitment, conducting the study, and analyzing the data. A company may conduct 4-5 phase III trials to bolster

If you or someone you know has asthma or COPD and may

its application to the FDA. The FDA in its review process may

be interested in learning more about new medications, call

ask the company to do more studies if they are not satisfied

Sarasota Clinical Research, 941-927-4888.

with the evidence presented. You can begin to see all the expenses that go into bringing just one drug to market.

Dr. Windom specializes in pediatric and adult Allergy, Asthma and Sinus Disease and serves as the Medical Director

Volunteering for a clinical trial: Here in Sarasota, I par-

of Sarasota Clinical Research in Sarasota at 4040 Sawyer

ticipate in mainly phase II and III studies. These are studies

Road, 941-927-4888;www.windomallergy.com.

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E C N E I R E P X E T R A G N I L G N I R E H T

BY RYAN G.

VAN CLEAVE

Scene Magazine is pleased pay tribute to the John Ringling tradition

of supporting local art and artists with “The Ringling Art Experience”.

Each featured artist has a connection with the Ringling Museum of Art or the school named in his honor, The Ringling College of Art and Design. What better way to continue John Ringling’s commitment to art and culture than to provide a forum for the exciting new work being created right here on the Culture Coast?

Jason Letkiewicz had a recording contract with Fearless Records and a filmmaking scholarship at the Ringling College of Art + Design at the age of 18. He chose college.

“People said that I was crazy for giving up on being a rock star,” he admits with a laugh.

But as a senior digital film major whose work has aired on PBS and NBC, won an HBO audience award in 2009, and received a coveted “Best of Ringling Award,” it’s pretty clear that he made the right decision.

Even more rewarding for him is how he’s able to serve as a role model for others. “After one of my films screened, a couple of high school filmmakers flooded me with questions,” says Letkiewicz, a metro Detroit native who at the age of 16 had his own office at the local high school district and was trusted to write, direct, edit, and shoot documentaries with $40,000+ budgets for the state of Michigan. “They were blown away and wanted to know what they needed to do to get to where I’m at. I’m still in a lot of ways just like those kids and it was my first taste of being on the other side of that conversation. That meant more to me than any of the awards I’ve been lucky enough to receive for my work.”

His early success hasn’t gone to his head, however. He still cringes at the word “artist” because it almost implies that someone “is incredibly difficult, self-centered, and lacks any sort of common sense or motivation in life. The most successful artists I’ve met or studied with,” he says, “are amazingly hard-working, well-educated people, and they realize that if something they make is not working, it’s not that the audience doesn’t ‘get’ them — it’s that they didn’t ‘get’ the audience.” For other recent examples of Letkiewicz’s award-winning work, visit http://jasonletkietwicz.blogspost.com/ Ryan G. Van Cleave (ryangvancleave.com) is a Sarasota-based freelance writer & writing coach.

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Kathy Baylis President and CEO Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County

Sports Fans Create An Economic Boost

W

hen the 20,000-plus readers of Rowing perused a recent issue of the national magazine, Sarasota County’s new rowing course was the cover story.

Benderson Park is big news for the local economy, too.

The park’s racing calendar could eventually accommodate 15

in Lakewood Ranch during the Memorial Day weekend. The

rowing regattas per year, each attracting 10,000 people. In

five-day event generated more than 5,000 room nights and a

addition to being competitors and spectators, these are hotel

total economic impact of $3.1 million.

guests, restaurant diners and retail shoppers.

Meantime, the Sarasota Convention and Visitors Bureau The time-compressed value of traditional Sarasota County

(SCVB) this year will sponsor 32 events at different county

sports attractions – like Spring Training baseball, which lasts a

venues. Families and friends often will join the athletes at their

brief and precious month – have proven their worth to the local

own expense.

economy over the years. Now, amateur sporting events are emerging as economic engines, as well.

“What sets Sarasota County apart from other areas is that we offer a family beach vacation during and after the event,” says

Amateur sporting events attract hundreds of players – many

SCVB Sports Manager Jason Puckett, who has synchronized

high school and college age with family members in tow. The

swimming – a girls’ sport – on his radar.

result: tens of thousands of room nights for Sarasota County hotels, motels and resorts, with related purchases at restau-

Based on anecdotal observation, Puckett and SCVB marketers

rants, shops and tourist destinations.

have deduced a “girl athlete corollary” in their sports marketing calculus: If a boy athlete is competing, occasionally one parent

For example, the 1,500 amateur athletes who played in the

might travel to the event. But, if a girl athlete is competing, both

Alternative Frisbee tournament last October spent about $2.7

Mom and Dad are more than likely to make the trip. The Title

million in Sarasota County during their four-day stay. In March,

IX multiplier.

The Sarasota Baseball Classic attracted 32 high school varsity teams with 618 athletes from Florida, Virginia and Kentucky.

The Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County is a private, not-for-profit corporation leading the community’s

Nearly 4,000 top men’s soccer players age 15 to 18 competed

economic development strategy to add high-wage jobs and

in the US Soccer Spring Showcase at the Sarasota Polo Club

diversify the local economy.

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scene | locally SHAPING OUR COMMUNITY CHILDREN FIRST ANNOUNCES NEW BOARD MEM-

New College of Florida #5 among all public liberal arts colleg-

BERS & OFFICERS

es in the United States. New College also is ranked among the

Children First announced the appointment of new offi-

nation’s Top 100 liberal arts colleges, both private and public,

cers for its Board of Directors: Captain Jeff Bell, Chair; Henry

coming in at #99. It is the only liberal arts college in Florida to

“Hank” Battie, Vice-Chair; Nola J. Hietbrink, Treasurer; Jo

be rated among the nation’s Top 100.

Rutstein, Secretary; and A. James Rolfes, Chair Emeritus. M.

New College of Florida was recently named a “best buy

David Shapiro, a partner with Shapiro, Goldman, Babboni &

school” in the 2011 edition of Fiske Guide to Colleges. The 45

Walsh law firm, has joined the Board of Directors which in-

“Best Buy Schools” – 21 public and 24 private from the U.S.,

cludes: John W. Bean, George Byrne, Mark C. Gauthier, Leah

Great Britain and Canada – fall into the inexpensive or mod-

Genn, Carol Ann Hallinger, Leslie Jones, Dr. George L. Mims,

erate price category with four or five star academic ratings.

Latressa Preston, and Philip Tavill. Children First serves over

Institutions were selected based on the quality of academic

600 of the county’s neediest children from birth to five years.

offerings in relation to the cost of attendance. One of only two

childrenfirst.org

public institutions in Florida to make the list in the 2011 edition, New College has consistently been rated a best buy school in

GULF COAST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INVESTS IN

the Fiske Guide since 2003. ncf.edu

$2.5 MILLION PROJECT Gulf Coast Community Foundation

USF & THE PATTERSON FOUNDATION ANNOUNCE

announced a five-year project to jump-

$5.6 MILLION PROJECT TO TRANSFORM CHRONIC

start improved teaching and learning re-

ILLNESS

sults in science, technology, engineering,

The Patterson Foundation has formed a collaborative

and math (STEM). The innovative program

partnership with the University of South Florida to create new

will invest up to $2.5 million or $500,000

realities of how populations manage chronic disease – from

annually at five middle schools and three

patient and physician education tools to societal perception

high schools in Sarasota and Charlotte

of chronic disease. The partnership includes a $5.6 million gift

Counties. The project is designed not only to benefit the tar-

from The Patterson Foundation to launch Bringing Science

geted schools and children but also to act as an impetus for

Home, an initiative created in collaboration with USF that will

community-wide involvement in STEM-related activities. Flori-

develop new ways of educating, training and caring for people

da’s students trail national averages in math and science, and

with chronic disease. The project will first explore how to help

lag far behind a long list of quickly developing countries. “The

people with diabetes optimize their daily living and transition

time for action is now, and the Foundation is creating a com-

through important life stages, such as the change from high

munity-based coalition to tackle this issue,” said Foundation

school to college, and looks to expand to other chronic dis-

president and CEO Teri A Hansen. gulfcoastcf.org

eases like asthma and arthritis. Debra Jacobs, president and CEO of The Patterson Foundation, said, “While we are not

NEW COLLEGE RANKED #5 AMONG PUBLIC LIB-

focused on prevention or research to find a cure, we chose

ERAL ARTS COLLEGES AND NAMED A “BEST BUY

USF as our partner because they share our vision to create

SCHOOL”

new realities of how people manage living with a chronic dis-

U.S. News & World Report’s annual rankings of the nation’s top colleges and universities ranked Sarasota-based

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ease instead of the disease managing their lives.” thepattersonfoundation.org. scenesarasota.com

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 October 15th, 2010 at the Sarasota Polo Club 4 - 9 pm Celebration Festivities Hosted by Lakewood Ranch.

FREE and open to the public. www.lakewoodranch.com 941.907.6000 PLUS JOIN US from 11 - 2 pm for a Car-BQ Hosted by Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance.

Purchase on site or go to www.LWRBA.org to pre-purchase your lunch.

THAN KS TO O UR SP O N SO R S:

Bring:

•Music by Billy Rice Band

Non-perishable food for Food Drive benefitting Meals on Wheels and pet food for Honor Sanctuary.

Each donation will receive a chance to enter Grow Financial’s money machine.

•Hay maze

Food and beer, wine, soft drinks & water will be available for purchase.

Boxed dinner tickets can be pre-purchased on www.LWRBA.org.

Use your Microsoft TAG reader to scan this TAG to enter the drawing that day to win a FREE 5 day cruise from Main Street Travel Agency or a FREE Monogram wine cooler from GE!

•Roping contest •History of the Ranch •Hay rides •Face painting •Bounce house •Charlie Brown movie •Mercedes corn hole •Pumpkin patch •SWAT Team obstacle course •AND MORE

T H A N K S TO OUR M E D I A S P ON S OR S :

SRQ Trolley | Turner Tree & Landscape | Waste Pro | RBC Bank | State College of Florida | Post Net | Namjy Thompson, P.L. Kerkering Barbario & Co. | Adamchak, Ponsler, Bordes Group of Merrill Lynch

WHERE FASHION MEETS PHILANTHROPY

COMMUNITY SALE ON THE TRAIL Saturday, October 23rd & Sunday, October 24th

8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Closing at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday) LOCATION: DESIGNING WOMEN BOUTIQUE & ROSKAMP CENTER 1226 North Tamiami Trail at 12th Street, Sarasota FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 941.544.7612. VENDORS WELCOME.

Join Designing Women Boutique and other community vendors for an exciting indoor/outdoor sale that supports the community’s arts and human service organizations.

Clothing — Antiques — Art — Jewelry — Furniture — Plants & Much More!

A FOOD COURT WILL BE OPEN THROUGHOUT THE DAY FOR MORNING BITES, LUNCH TIME DELIGHTS, SNACKS & BEVERAGES

Designing Women Boutique is a 501.C.3 consignment shop with the mission to provide grants for the programs and endowments of Sarasota’s arts and human service organizations.

SPONSORED IN PART BY scene

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