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SILVER LININGS: Celebrating the Spelman Art Collection on view in Gainesville
When Spelman College, a historically Black liberal arts college for women located in Atlanta, Georgia, announced the first-ever national tour of its art collection, the Harn Museum of Art at the University of Florida was thrilled to have the opportunity to bring it to Gainesville from Feb. 4 to July 6, 2025 The Harn is one of five venues across the United States exhibiting “Silver Linings: Celebrating the Spelman Art Collection.” Through the 39 works featuring 28 artists, “Silver Linings” uplifts the legacy of artists of African descent spanning the 20th century through the contemporary moment
The Spelman College Museum of Fine Art was founded in 1996 with a mission to uplift art by and about women of the African diaspora, yet the college’s art collecting dates back to 1899 “Silver Linings” looks at the important role historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) have had in providing exhibition opportunities and establishing provenance for Black artists.
The exhibition includes a wide range of artistic styles, materials and historical contexts The paintings, drawings, sculptures, mixed-media collages, prints and photographs are divided into five sections that focus on the Spiral Group, abstraction, early figuration, contemporary photography and contemporary figuration
“Silver Linings: Celebrating the Spelman Art Collection” is organized by the Spelman College Museum of Fine Art, Atlanta, Georgia, and curated by Liz Andrews and Karen Comer Lowe with initial
contributions from Anne Collins Smith. Generous support for the exhibition is provided by Art Bridges, with advertising funded in part by Visit Gainesville, Alachua County. Admission to the Harn Museum of Art is free
Community Day
All ages are invited to a museum-wide celebration of “Silver Linings” on Saturday, May 31 from noon to 4 p.m. Visitors can explore the exhibition through tours, a silkscreen activity, artmaking by Artist-inResidence Jessica Clermont, dancing to the tunes of a local DJ and enjoying free refreshments
To learn more, visit www.harn.ufl.edu or follow the museum on social media @harnmuseumofart.
Carrie Mae Weems (b 1953), “Color Real and Imagined,” 2014, archival inkjet print with silkscreen color blocks, 54¾ x 38 ¾ in Spelman College Museum of Fine Art. Gift of Laural Shackelford
Artist-in-Residence Jessica Clermont Photograph by Beatrice Bizarro Gil.
By Dulce Román, Chief Curator and Curator of Modern Art, Harn Museum of Art
FASHION
Florida fitting for
tylist Tim Creagan sought to channel the St. Petersburg lifestyle in the fashions he selected for our May issue, beginning with the bold, Florida-inspired Alice + Olivia dress featured on the cover. The fashions were shot in Felix and Donna Fudge’s lovely Snell Isle home, where the views inside are as gorgeous as those from the seawall. — Kathy Saunders
Co.
Cara Cara Aurora knit dress, $595. Mare Sole Amore wide-brimmed visor, $85. Mare Sole Amore zip-top shoulder bag, $99. Loewe flower sunglasses, $380. Jackie Z Style
Charm necklace, $68. Charms on link necklace, $98. Deborah Kent’s.
PHOTOS BY BRIAN JAMES • STYLING BY TIM CREAGAN
Avant Toi T-shirt, $594. Ulla Johnson silk skirt, $590. Faliero Sarti scarf, $398. Homers Duyba sandals, $398. Deborah Kent’s.
This page: Scha sleeveless T-shirt, $165. Toogood Harvester skirt, $960. Twig. Cherry earrings, $26. Strawberry handbag, $13. ARTpool Gallery.
Left: ZKoriginal tunic, $65. ZKoriginal leggings, $118. Lola Rose necklaces, from $30 each. Coastal Market 607. Toms Valencia slip-ons, $80. Peltz Shoes.
Above: J.McLaughlin Britt cotton blouse, $248. J.McLaughlin Rylie pants, $188. J.McLaughlin Nikka silk scarf, $78. J.McLaughlin Allyson handbag, $268. J.McLaughlin Leonor shoes, $298. J. McLaughlin.
Left: Jamie Goldenberg Iris Apfel T-shirt, $68. Indie Ella kimono, $105. Fresh Laundry linen shorts, $138. Cozette’s Boutique. Lily Rose stone headbands, $45 each. Lily Rose Jewelry Co.
J.McLaughlin Lois cotton blouse, $178. J.McLaughlin Ludlow sweater, $198. J. McLaughlin Masie shorts, $128. J.McLaughlin Velma sunglasses in amber, $138. J.McLaughlin Lyla wicker bucket bag, $268. J.McLaughlin Jessamine shoes, $248.
J.McLaughlin Maribel hat, $128. J.McLaughlin.
From the cover: Alice + Olivia Palm Beach dress, $995. Loewe butterfly sunglasses, $380. Jackie Z Style Co. Blush pearl and crystal necklace, $450. White pearl and crystal necklace, $595. Deborah Kent’s. Christian Louboutin flats, $250. Elite Shoe Repair.
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ARTS SCENE by
Maggie Duffy
HERE COMES THE SUN
Post-impressionist painter Paul Cézanne famously said, “Art is a harmony parallel with nature.” This is especially true of the nature celebrated at Sarasota’s “living museum,” Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.
In the past, the gardens’ exhibition series has translated famous works of art into stunning horticultural displays. But its latest installment celebrates legendary musician George Harrison’s somewhat surprising passion for gardening itself.
“George Harrison: A Gardener’s Life” is on view now through June 29.
In 1970, after The Beatles disbanded, Harrison purchased the estate of Friar Park in Oxfordshire, England. The estate was built in the late 19th century by a lawyer named Sir Frank Crisp, but by the time Harrison bought it, it was in extreme disrepair. Along with his wife, Olivia, Harrison completely replanted and revived the property.
Selby Gardens’ horticulture team recreated highlights from Friar Park throughout the gardens. Using the archaic vernacular taken from a 1914 plan from the garden, vignettes are named “Ye Dial Garden” (a topiary display filled with ornate sundials); “Ye Alpine Garden” (an impressive water feature); “Ye Kolam Garden” (an ornate nod to the South Indian art form); and “Ye Treble Garden” (the best photo-op with views of Sarasota Bay). Try not to get lost like I did among the Clusia in “Ye Maze for Losing Ye Bodies.”
Harrison’s music, which plays at each
display, is woven together by decorative screens with excerpts of Olivia’s flowery poetry describing their lives as gardeners. Historical photographs also ground the experience with wonderful shots of Harrison, sometimes being very playful.
The exhibition ends at the Museum of Botany & the Arts, where there are more photographs and ephemera. Harrison used part of the home as a recording studio where famed musicians, including
Ravi Shankar, visited.
Enlarged on one wall is the image of Harrison’s handwritten lyrics to his ode, “Ballad of Sir Frankie Crisp (Let It Roll).”
The song plays in the museum, bringing it all full circle. selby.org.
On exhibit at the Morean Arts Center
Every year I highly anticipate the “Fresh
“Ye Kolam Garden,” in Marie Selby Botanical Gardens’ exhibition, “George Harrison: A Gardener’s Life,” is ornate and colorful. Photo by Ryan Gamma Photography.
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MEDITERRANEAN HOMES
Updating your home doesn’t require gutting it. We’ll show you how our designer refreshed a Cheval home with new paint, hardware, light fixtures, furniture and minimal demolition.
BEFORE
STORY BY
KAREN POST
AFTER PHOTOS BY BRIAN JAMES BEFORE PHOTOS BY SHANNON HEROD
Liz and Jim Heitner relocated from Connecticut for their careers and the Florida lifestyle. After exploring numerous neighborhoods, they discovered a home with endless possibilities in
Cheval, a gated golf community in North Tampa. The custom-built, 5,000-squarefoot home was situated on a picturesque cul-de-sac and featured a stunning outdoor oasis with an enclosed pool. However, the home’s interior reflected a heavy, dark, early 2000s Mediterranean look that didn’t align with the Heitners’ style. That’s when I got the call and the
million-dollar question: “What will it take to transform this house into the Heitner home? And can it be done in 90–120 days?”
The Tampa Bay area is filled with homes that embrace the timeless elegance of Spanish and Mediterranean architecture — grand façades, intricate ironwork and
The Primary Bedroom
Fresh paint helped to immediately refresh and modernize the primary bedroom, while the installation of beige-and-white wallpaper added texture and depth. Suspended lighting pendants and a brass ceiling fan replaced the bulky chandelier. New, lighter furniture and linens brought a cozy theme to the room, along with washable area rugs. The entire space was made cozier with organic accessories like pillows and baskets made with natural materials.
The Dining Room
The first step toward opening up the dining room was to square off the arched ceiling and a remaining column. An updated chandelier, some modern furniture and an accent wall with metallic, animal-print wallpaper set a new tone for the room.
(That’s the family dog, Jo Jo, enjoying the new dining table.)
The Entryway
A number of arched wall niches in the entryway were removed, the walls were repainted with a brighter, lighter color and the columns were simplified to tone down the Mediterranean look and bring a more modern theme to welcome guests. BEFORE
BEFORE
The Library
A curated mix of traditional and modern furnishings and a custom upholstered window bench gave a new look to the library. Family mementos, books and musical instruments personalized the space.
Dining Nook
An updated chandelier, modern comfortable furniture and removing the window treatments gave the casual dining nook an entirely new look.
The Exterior
The entire exterior of the home was painted a lighter, neutral color and the entryway was refreshed with new benches. Landscaping touch-ups gave the home new curb appeal.
FOOD
PRIME TIME
Seafood lovers, rejoice: A new Ocean Prime restaurant is now open in downtown Sarasota.
BY MICHELLE STARK
Cameron Mitchell was willing to wait for the perfect spot. With the success of Ocean Prime and The Pearl in Tampa, Mitchell and his restaurant group set their sights on opening a new Ocean Prime location a little further south, in Sarasota. But they had to be patient.
Mitchell knew the ideal home for this new Ocean Prime would be Sarasota’s up-and-coming development, The Quay, a 14-acre waterfront property that is expected to be completed later this year.
Located near the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall and several hotels along the busy Tamiami Trail, The Quay will be a mix of residential units, hotel rooms and office and commercial space and is aiming to bring new life to downtown Sarasota. For Mitchell, it was the perfect spot.
The two-story Ocean Prime opened in December. Mitchell and his restaurant group consider it a $10 million investment into Sarasota’s dining scene. Florida native Nicholas Pratt is the executive chef, presiding over a menu that parallels the other Ocean Prime locations but has room for daily specials. The new space has more than 350 seats, two bars,
private dining spaces and outdoor terraces. It spans two floors, with an intimate yet spacious dining room on the ground floor, a bar that lines a whole wall and a patio that is temperature-controlled for ultimate comfort.
Mitchell has had a home in Sarasota since 2005 and long thought that if The Quay, the original concept of which was demolished in 2007, ever got redeveloped, he wanted to be in the mix.
“It’s the bull’s-eye of Sarasota; it pulls from all suburbs like Lakewood Ranch and downtown, which has been exploding,” he said. “There’s not a more perfect location if you ask me.”
There are also Ocean Prime restaurants in Orlando, Naples and Tampa; a Fort Lauderdale location opened on April 29.
“Tampa is our No. 1 Ocean Prime,” Mitchell said. “Hopefully we have the same success with this one.”
The Sarasota Ocean Prime isn’t a copy of the restaurant’s Tampa location. Instead, it is intentionally, unmistakably Sarasota,
with large windows that allow a glimpse of the development taking place all around.
When it comes to the food at this new location, there is a lot to enjoy. Starters include lobster bisque ($19); a crisp iceberg wedge with candied bacon, marinated tomatoes, pickled onions, blue cheese and cabernet buttermilk dressing ($16); and Sonoma goat cheese ravioli with golden oak mushrooms ($23).
Entrees range from the luxe twin lobster tails ($65) to a gorgeous Chilean sea bass served with broccolini, pearl onions and potato purée ($59).
Don’t skip the steaks, which are a centerpiece of the menu.
For dessert, a luscious butter cake and a super-decadent peanut butter pie are just some of the options on any given night.
“One thing that won’t change at this Ocean Prime is that same sense of luxury and hospitality and vibrant colors,” Mitchell said. “We spend a lot of money to make sure it’s a space our guests want to be in.”
A new Ocean Prime restaurant opened recently in Sarasota. Photo courtesy of Ocean Prime.
BOOKS SCENE by
Colette Bancroft
FEVER DREAMING
Carl Hiaasen retired from the newspaper business a few years ago, but fortunately for Floridians, he didn’t retire from his longtime position as a fierce guardian against the state’s growing corruption — or from writing hilarious novels.
His new one, “Fever Beach,” is dedicated to the memory of Jimmy Buffett, and Florida’s late favorite troubadour would have loved it.
So will Hiaasen’s countless fans. For one thing, it brings back Twilly Spree, a memorable character last seen in 2000’s “Sick Puppy.” Spree is worth millions thanks to an inheritance, but he lives a low-key life devoted to harassing and obstructing destroyers of the environment, notably politicians and developers.
On a flight back to Florida after anger management rehab, Spree notices a woman not just because she’s attractive but because she’s reading The New Yorker. When he tries to start a conversation, she shuts him down “as if speaking to a child in church.” But they’ll soon meet again.
The woman’s name is Viva Morales, and she has fled to Florida after a disastrous and bank account-draining marriage. She’s landed a job as the wealth director for the Mink Foundation, a philanthropic organization founded by Claude and Electra Mink, an unpleasant couple dedicated to getting their names on as many buildings in Central Florida as possible. Putting up with them isn’t Morales’ only problem. She’s so broke she’s had to settle for renting a room in a condo inhabited by one Dale Figgo. By day, Figgo works in a warehouse packing sex toys for mailing. But his
passion is white supremacy.
Figgo was kicked out of the Proud Boys for a gaffe during the Jan. 6, 2021, riot. So, he founded his own white nationalist group, Strokers for Liberty. It has roughly a couple dozen members, who meet on the secluded beach of the title to swap conspiracy theories.
Morales finds the Strokers appalling and is counting the days until she can move out of Figgo’s place. But when she and Spree meet again and hit it off, he takes an interest in the group’s plans.
Another storyline follows the dreadful adventures of a Florida politician named Clure Boyette. A member of Congress from a Panhandle district, he loves power almost as much as he loves money, drugs and sex with teenage girls. If he sounds like anyone you’ve heard of, I’m sure it’s a coincidence.
When Morales meets him, she notes his “sharp chin, a high-cliffed brow and jet-black hair spiked sharply to the front. The effect was that of an anime woodpecker in a pinstriped suit.”
The occasion is a meeting between Boyette and the Minks, who are longtime donors. Boyette has an idea for a charitable foundation to polish his image: Wee Hammers. It’s modeled on Habitat for Humanity, except the volunteers building the houses will be children. What could go wrong?
Boyette is also dealing with his favorite 17-year-old sex worker, Galaxy. She’s miffed because, after an argument, he sends her only half her usual fee. She has the receipts to bring him down, and she’ll prove to be a formidable opponent.
“Fever Beach” is classic Hiaasen, a balm to Floridians who love their state — and who love to see a master of satire pick off his targets.
“Squeeze Me” by Carl Hiaasen: Another great one from Hiaasen, this 2020 novel tells the tale of a U.S. president, code name Mastodon, and what transpires when pythons invade his Palm Beach estate.
“The Sellout” by Paul Beatty: Winner of several awards, this wild 2015 satire focuses on a Black urban farmer who leads a movement to bring back slavery and segregation.
“Watergate” by Thomas Mallon: The accomplished writer of historical novels turns his eye on Richard Nixon in this 2012 book, mingling drama and comedy.
Carl Hiaasen. Photo by Elena Seibert.
REOPENING
THE PINK PALACE RETURNS
Six months after back-to-back hurricanes, the iconic Don CeSar hotel celebrated its partial reopening.
BY MICHELLE STARK
It was a sea of pink at the iconic beachside palace March 28 as The Don CeSar opened its doors for the first time since hurricanes Helene and Milton caused widespread damage to Tampa Bay beaches.
At a swanky event with an elaborate cheese and charcuterie spread, smoked Old Fashioneds and a live glassblowing demonstration, the hotel welcomed back its biggest fans with a taste of its signature grandeur. The dress code? Pink, pink, pink.
The Don, which celebrated its 97th anniversary in January, is rolling out a phased reopening. Visitors are now able to enjoy overnight stays, plus the hotel’s signature Maritana restaurant, which has been transformed into an all-day dining destination; the elegant Lobby Bar; the spa; and access to the pool and beach.
Renovations will continue into fall 2025, and The Don will unveil additional enhancements throughout the year, including a newly designed ballroom that will be available to book starting in early 2026; the opening of restaurants Society Table, Uncle Andy’s Market and the Rowe Bar; and the hotel’s stores, which will be open by the summer.
A group including Charlie Justice, CEO of the Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber of Commerce; Timothy Cannon, vice president of asset management at Host Hotels & Resorts; Barbara Readey,
general manager of The Don; and Chris Steinocher, president and CEO of the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce, cut a pink ribbon with a large pair of scissors at the March opening. They were surrounded by members of the community, frequent hotel guests and others excited to welcome back one of St. Pete Beach’s most iconic spots.
“Resiliency” was the word of the evening, as executives spoke about the work the hotel has had done to ensure there is less damage next time a major storm hits. The Don has a unique architecture that protected most of its well-known elements, like the spa and the lobby. Only the ground floor was severely damaged in Hurricane Helene, but that’s where much
of the hotel’s electrical and mechanical systems were located.
“It’s been rebuilt and reengineered,” said Rick Werber, senior vice president of engineering and sustainability at Host Hotels & Resorts. “The outpouring from our community and the staff has been just amazing. It was dark and cold in this building for months. It took a lot to get this back.”
Toward the end of the event, guests took tours of the hotel and then milled about on their own, drawn to the stunning sunset about to take place down at the beach. From the hotel’s private plot of sand, they were able to spot another new feature: pink beach chairs.
Charlie Justice, Rick Werber, Timothy Cannon, Barbara Readey, Bryan Thrush, Thomas Fraher and Chris Steinocher.
Photo courtesy of The Don CeSar.
Artist’s Rendering of Encore Terrace
SOCIAL SCENE
Tampa Museum of Art CITY: Fashion+Art+Culture
The Balmain logo was everywhere — gracing shoes, handbags and gowns both on the runway and in the audience — at the 14th annual CITY: Fashion+Art+Culture, this year featuring the French fashion house’s only 2025 runway event in the U.S. Event co-chairs Enrique Crespo, Allison Guimard and Debra Williams, all wearing Balmain, bien sur, welcomed 400 glam guests, many who said the March 29 benefit was their first visit to the museum. Chanteuse Daniella Mass sang “Happy Birthday” to Cornelia Corbett, chair of the museum’s Centennial Capital Campaign, before the stunning spring womenswear collection wowed the crowd. The celebration of couture as art continued all night, raising vital funds for educational programs. Text and photos by Amy Scherzer.
Elena Filoqi, Katie Busciglio, Ryne Gallien and Darcy Brozyna.
DeAndre Moore, Jacqueline Long, Michael Jenrette and Ron “King” Coffee.
Brandon Beck and Samantha Bell.
Allison Guimard, Enrique Crespo and Debra Williams. Photo by Foto Bohemia.
Shelby Mander, Amber Coker and Ashley Gibson Barnett.
SOCIAL SCENE
American Heart Association of Tampa Bay Tampa Bay Heart Ball
A “need for speed” perfectly matched both the mission of the American Heart Association of Tampa Bay — driving urgent cardiovascular research — and the venue, The Motor Enclave experiential motor sports and private garage community, at the annual Tampa Bay Heart Ball. The evening took an inspiring turn when 425 guests heard from a cardiomyopathy survivor, leading to a live auction and a “Driven by Heart” donor appeal March 29. The heartfelt response revved up more than $2 million before The Spazmatics accelerated the after-party, closing out a night dedicated to saving lives at full speed. Text by Amy Scherzer. Photos by PamElla Lee Photography.
Isabelle Fecho, Meghann Scholl, Evelyn Fecho and Carmen and Harry Barkett.
Cameron Macleish, Danny Persaud, Dr. Sami Noujaim, Lauren Palek and Scott Hazlett.
Chris Vitito, Brett Morgan and Tom Kerr.
Scott Hilburn, heart transplant recipient Hayley Purdy, Dr. Debbie Rinde-Hoffman and Fred Hoffman.
SOCIAL SCENE
CASA Pinellas
A Night in Paris
Guests were warmly welcomed with custom poems authored by Gio’s Typos and live illustrations from Tampa Bay artist JUJMO at the seventh annual gala to support CASA Pinellas and its programs for survivors of domestic violence. A Night in Paris, held March 29 at the Museum of the American Arts & Crafts Movement in St. Petersburg, was enjoyed by more than 300 supporters who participated in silent and live auctions, raising more than $500,000. Marcus Wilson, keynote speaker and board member, shared a personal family story about survival and the impacts of childhood domestic violence that linger into adulthood. Raymond James was the presenting sponsor of the event. CASA Pinellas provides award-winning programs, including the state’s only Family Justice Center, offering legal, medical, mental health and child care services to thousands of local families dealing with domestic violence each year. Text by Kathy Saunders. Photos courtesy of CASA Pinellas and Tacy Briggs-Troncoso Photography.
Berkley La Porte, Amber Valente and Hope Weil.
Guests at CASA Pinellas’ A Night in Paris gala celebrate with the Tampa Supreme Showgirls.
Rick and Kerry Kriseman, Elisa Caro and Jarrett Wolfe.
Lauren and Ian Womack.
Christi and David Insogna.
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SOCIAL SCENE
St. Anthony’s Hospital Foundation Disco in the Desert Gala
Framed by frontier pioneers, landscapes and sculptures, denim- and rhinestone-dressed guests rustled up generous support for the St. Anthony’s Hospital Foundation at the Disco in the Desert Gala at The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art on March 15. Country entertainer Tina Michelle led lively line dancing lessons for the boot-scootin’ crowd, but first hospital President Scott Smith, foundation Executive Director Kathy Parker and foundation Board Chair Scott Gault shared the impact that raising nearly $400,000 that evening will have on providing compassionate health care to the St. Petersburg community. Text by Amy Scherzer. Photos by Radiu Allen.
Billy and Meggie Tapp.
Chris Bailey, Scott Smith and Bryan Durkin.
Andrew and Jasmine Nicholas.
Tim and Michelle McMahon.
SOCIAL SCENE
WUSF Public Media Longest Table
Against a backdrop of breezy waterfront views and clear blue skies, WUSF 89.7-FM supporters and reporters gathered at Longest Table, an open-air dinner benefit for the University of South Floridabased NPR station. Beginning with a variety of wines and appetizers, 650 guests enjoyed entrees from eight fine restaurants and caterers at beautifully set tables stretching along several blocks of Bayshore Drive in downtown St. Petersburg on April 3. Lively conversations on news, music and culture continued at the afterparty hosted by Arts Axis Florida at the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg, where the galleries were open for viewing and the Al Downing Tampa Bay Jazz Association entertained. Text and photos by Amy Scherzer.
Kevin and Lisa Reeves, Stephanie Colombini and Jessica Meszaros.
Dr. Golfo Alexopoulos, JoAnn Urofsky and Dr. Thomas Smith.
Clockwise from left, Caryn Graham, Cathy Catanese, Jeanne Davies, Jasmin Nuesa, Beverly Harris and Micaela Morenz.
the florida orchestra
What’s Love Got to Do With It?, Proud Mary and more. Featuring vocalist Tamika Lawrence. Michelle Merrill conducts.
Fri, May 16, 8 pm, Straz Center, Sat, May 17, 8 pm, Mahaffey Theater Sun, May 18, 7:30 pm Ruth Eckerd Hall
Sat, May 24, 8 pm, Mahaffey Theater Sat, May 25, 2 pm, Mahaffey Theater
Byron Stripling showcases ragtime masters Scott Joplin and Jelly Roll Morton plus blues legends B.B. King and Muddy Waters With �������� ��������� ��� � ����� that closes with an unforgettable toe-tapping jam session, this is one of Byron Stripling’s signature shows.
May 30, 8 pm, Straz Center
Habitat for Humanity Tampa Bay Gulfside Nashville Nights
Habitat for Humanity Tampa Bay Gulfside supporters kicked up their boots at Nashville Nights, celebrating volunteer Kitty Handwerk, sponsor of five homes locally and globally, who worked alongside the late President Jimmy Carter in Thailand in 2009. Bankers Financial Corporation earned the Golden Hammer Award for sponsoring eight homes. Habitat homeowner families shared their stories, inspiring more than 500 guests to collectively contribute over $1.25 million for future Habitat homes in Pinellas, Pasco and Hernando counties. The Rodeo Disco Band kept the country hits coming all night April 4 at The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club. Text by Amy Scherzer Photos from Habitat for Humanity Tampa Bay Gulfside.
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