CapeStyle March 2017

The Only magazine for Cape Residents by Cape Residents

March 2017

From “5 Houses with Porch”

By Lorne Hosack

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Our Cover Artist Lorne Hosack

Lorne was born in Florida. Yeah, one of

those exclusive “crackers.” He has lived all

over, including Hawaii, Los Angeles, St

Thomas (in the US Virgin Islands,) Washington and numerous cities in Florida, including Key West.

Lorne paints coastal fantasy houses on the

beach with lots of sand and palms. It comes naturally as a way to relax between

more technical paintings. He also paints t-

shirts, which are scanned at Frame Gallery

& Gift so they can become bigger for fun

art for the Florida house. Lorne always has

fun and doesn’t take himself too seriously.

You can find Lorne at Tarpon Marina in

Lorne’s Gallery where he paints every day.

Lorne’s art is on display in the gallery, as well as at Frame Gallery & Gift at 1830 Del

Prado Blvd. Stop by and say hi!

Inside

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Feature 16 Steve Caiazzo

“Steve gets so much out of what he puts in as he

gets to be a part of these kid’s lives, seeing them

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develop beyond their wildest dreams.

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Departments BEER

8 Kerduckababbit?

FITNESS

12 Warning Signs You're Overtraining

WINE

14 Three Cheers for Chenin

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MUSIC

30 Papa Tommy

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT 31 Imagime Wellness Spa

FOODIE

32 La Corte Bistro

PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT

In every Issue

NUTRITION

6 From the Publisher

20 “Branding” goes further than Business 22 A Quick Guide to Weight Loss

HEALTH & WELLNESS 26 Diabetes

YOUR MONEY

29 Four things to do today to help achieve financial success

3 Our Cover Artist

10 Hometown Hero

21 Cape Kid with Style

34 Community in Action 38 Calendar of Events

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From The Publishers The luck o’ the Irish! That’s what March is known for. And you don’t have to be Irish to enjoy all of the St Patrick’s Day celebrations, fortunately. We will be

celebrating with the South Cape Trolley on the 17th. What will you be doing?

Whatever it is, be safe, have fun and share some of your photos with us.

Did you know that March is also the anniversary of when the Rosen Brothers

purchased the land that we all know and love as Cape Coral? To commemorate, the city will be hosting the Celebrate Cape Coral Nighttime Parade on Saturday, March 4th. There will be floats, music, and a whole lot of fun on SE 47th Terrace

in South Cape. Make sure you come out and join us as we mark this momentous

occasion and start a new tradition in honoring Cape Coral. Get more information at www.southcapeentertainment.com/upcoming-events/celebrate-cape-coral-night-parade/

We are honored each month to introduce some of the amazing people we have

living in our city. This month we feature local sports icon Steve Caiazzo. Steve hails from Massachusetts and was even played football for the New England

Patriots. He now dedicates his time to helping the youth of Cape Coral fulfill their

dreams of playing football in college and the pros. Coach, mentor, trainer, player,

Steve loves working with kids and sharing his experience to help them become all that they want and dream about in the future.

If you are looking to grow your business and networking with some amazing

people, join CapeStyle each month on the 2nd Monday of the month at Fathoms in Cape Harbour. We host a free networking event where you can meet dozens of area business owners, enjoy free appetizers courtesy of Fathoms, win some great door prizes and have a boat load of fun! Get all the details on our website or Facebook page and come see what everyone is talking about!

CapeStyle Magazine is all about the people and businesses here in The Cape.

Everything is written by residents, about residents, and that’s what makes this magazine so special. It’s the only one dedicated to the city we all love!

If you are looking for something new to do this year, grow your career or a way

to make a little extra money, we are always looking for people to join our staff.

Writers, sales people, social media gurus, we are looking to build our team of

Cape residents working together to the benefit of Cape Coral. If you are interested in learning more, please let us know.

jobs@capestylemag.com.

See you around The Cape!

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Kerduckababbit?

Story By Brendan Stanley Brendan & Scott are The Beer Critics at TheBeerCritic.com. They write articles and reviews for their website and are the hosts of TheBeerCriticTV on YouTube. Have a question, recommendation or a

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I received my last “beer of the month” delivery, big sigh. All right,

it a philosophy trick? You’ll have to ask Paul. Just a quick note, I’m

enough of the self-wallowing. This shipment had a most unique label.

not a big fan of milk, so let’s see how this goes.

kerduckababbit? All bad jokes aside, I had to read up on this brewery.

At the pour it is the complete opposite of milk. Lovely dark brown

Take a look at the image. Is it a duck or is it a rabbit? Maybe a

The Duck Rabbit Craft Brewery is based out of Farmville, NC and

was founded by a former university philosophy teacher, Paul

Philippon. His label is a derived Gestalt-style image called the Duck-

and the thick foamy head brings images of a chocolate milk shake.

The smell is a wonderful aroma of bitter roasted chocolate coffee beans…say that 5 times fast. Going in for the taste, wish me luck.

Rabbit diagram. This diagram can be found in The Philosophical

Wow, amazing! This is like a dark roasted iced coffee with no milk. I

other Ludwig, because there are so many of them, lol. I feel like I’m

stout beers, but I would highly recommend this beer. I am a huge fan

Investigations by Ludwig Wittgenstein. Not to be confused with the doing a research paper, geeze louise.

Anyway, Paul liked the idea of using a logo that had ties to his former

life. So, do you see a duck or a rabbit? It all depends on your state of

mind. Right now I see a Milk Stout in front me. An interesting thing

about Duck Rabbit Brewery is that they specialize in “dark” beers. Is

went into this with low expectations because I am not a huge fan of

of coffee, so maybe that’s the hook. This is a delicious dark malt with

a bounty of flavors. I will have to save one for Scott…or maybe not,

it will depend on my state of mind.

Cheers Paul Philippon.

Cheers,

Brendan

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H er o

H om et ow n

All eyes on hometown hero,

Dr. Kate Wagner, Elmquist Eye Group

pastimes, the beach, Cape Coral was the natural solution! Upon

moving to Cape Coral, she and her husband were married on New Year’s Eve of 2006 on Sanibel Island. Today, they are proud parents to a daughter and son. Their daughter Ainsley was born in 2011 and is currently in Kindergarten at St. Andrew Catholic School. Their son Kirk was born in 2013 and will be starting VPK in the fall.

She’s served our country, and now she serves our community with

care and compassion. A native of Audubon, Iowa, Dr. Kate Wagner

has been a member of the Cape Coral community for 10 years. Prior

to moving to Southwest Florida, Kate served her country as a captain

in the United States Army Medical Service Corps. She was active duty between the years of 2003 and 2006, stationed at the Womack Army Medical Center of the Fort Bragg military base in North Carolina,

as well as the LSA Anaconda base in Iraq. As a board certified

optometrist, Kate provided routine and emergency medical care to service men and women, and local civilians at a clinic just north of

Baghdad throughout her time of deployment. Her years of

outstanding military service earned her the Meritorious Service Medal

and the Army Commendation Medal.

Kate has been married to her husband, Aaron Judd, for 10 years.

Kate and Aaron met in 2005 during officer basic training for the U.S.

Army. After completing a year of military duty in Iraq, Kate and her

husband decided that since they had the choice of where to live, they

wanted to move somewhere that feels like a vacation year-round.

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With great weather and close proximity to one of her favorite

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Kate’s favorite thing about the Cape? The people and the weather.

During her free time, she enjoys spending time at the beach, traveling, running and doing just about anything on the water. Kate’s husband

also has a love for the mountains, and the couple makes time at least once a year for a skiing trip. Kate is passionate about giving back to

the community she calls home. Over the years, Kate has been involved with the Cape Coral Giving Alliance of Women and has sponsored

events for the Cape Royal Community Foundation. She also

volunteers at her daughter’s school and is involved at their local church.

Kate joined Elmquist Eye Group as an optometrist in 2006, and was named managing partner after just one year with the practice.

She continues to provide comprehensive eye care to thousands of patients in Lee County on behalf of Elmquist Eye Group, an opportunity for which she is grateful.

“I had the opportunity to serve my country, and now I am blessed to have the opportunity to serve patients here in Southwest Florida.”

Dr. Wagner isn’t the only medical professional at Elmquist Eye Group with a military background. Fellow service member and founder

of Elmquist Eye Group, E. Trevor Elmquist, D.O., served as an ophthalmology resident at Walter Reed Army Medical Center and

Chief of the eye clinic at Homestead Air Force Base. Also, Sarah Eccles-Brown, M.D. was a member of the U.S. Air Force, stationed at Eglin Air Force Base. To learn more about Elmquist Eye Group, visit www.Elmquist.com.

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Warning Signs You're Overtraining

by Fitness Guru Mike Huber You’ve been going hard in the gym—working your legs, chest, arms, shoulders, and every other muscle to reach your goals. But are you going too hard? Working too much? Could you be overtraining yourself ? Yeah, you might be. Here are the ways to know that you might be pushing a bit too hard and what you need to do to stop.

Danger Zone 1

You feel guilty if you don't train at least two hours a day.

Expert Fix: Limit your workouts to between 45 and 60 minutes. After this window, cortisol levels spike while levels of muscle-building testosterone decline. Workouts then become counterproductive to your goals.

Danger Zone 2

You obsess over eating fat-free meals—or skip meals entirely.

Expert Fix: This preoccupation with eating "healthy" or "clean" foods is called ortherexia nervosa. Find other hobbies so as not to obsess about food rituals.

Danger Zone 3

You'll sacrifice family, friends, and work responsibilities before missing or even postponing one of your workouts.

Expert Fix: See a counsellor or find a support group. A doctor might prescribe an antianxiety medication.

Danger Zone 4

In the gym, you push through pain, regardless of severe injury or illness.

Expert Fix: Be honest with yourself. If you're hurt, don't work out! Otherwise, you're going to end up in your 30s or 40s, sidelined with injuries and not be able to train at all.

Danger Zone 5

You experience nagging muscle/joint pain, headaches, poor immunity (frequent colds and sore throats), insomnia, and find yourself feeling tired—even after resting. (You may also experience a sudden drop in training capacity/intensity or a loss of enthusiasm for sports.)

Expert Fix: Always take two days off a week from weights for recovery—maybe even more than that after three months of hard training.

The law of diminishing returns applies to training. Overdo it, and instead of getting stronger, you get weaker and worse.

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W ine

Three Cheers for

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Chenin

lthough it is a widely planted international grape variety, Chenin Blanc is surprisingly not a very common

everyday go-to wine here in the US. Producing light,

fresh wines with mild flavors and pleasing aromas, this grape is one

that can be enjoyed by aficionados and casual wine drinkers alike. No pungent acquired tastes to contend with here. Additionally, Chenin

Blanc lends itself to diverse styles of wine from dry, crisp whites to

sweet dessert wines to elegant, effervescent bubblies, so there is sure to be at least one Chenin Blanc based wine to please every palate.

Indigenous to France, this venerable grape rose to prominence in the

numerous domestic white wine blends from the west coast of the US where it is grown in large quantities in California’s Central Valley,

an area that is strikingly hot and dry.

If Chenin Blanc’s prosperity in California isn’t impressive enough,

the adaptability of this grape is clearly evident in its illustrious scorecard in some of the more challenging regions in South Africa.

It flourishes in the less than hospitable conditions next to traditional

warm weather grapes varieties such as Syrah and Pinotage. Locally

known as Steen, South African Chenin Blancs showcase decidedly

cool climate of the Loire Valley. Its particularly high acid content

more tropical citrus and melon flavors, as opposed to their earthy

properly develop. It is the driving force behind the critically acclaimed

throughout South Africa that nearly one third of all the vines planted

allows it to flourish in the chilly weather where other grapes cannot

Old World brethren. Steen wines are so well accomplished

dry white wines of Savennieres and Vouvray, as well as some of the

in the country are Steen. While the vines are prevalent, they do

apple and an alluring earthy minerality dominate the profiles of these

produce smaller yields of grapes. However, this is actually beneficial

hints of savory pears.

flavorful wines.

From France, Chenin Blanc traveled to other notable cool climate,

So, the next time you are looking for a nice afternoon drink by the

luxurious sweet dessert wines of the Sauternes. Flavors of green

wines, while those that are aged can even take on honeyed notes or

wine growing regions with moderate success. In Argentina, it is a

encounter difficulties with the harsh conditions and, as a result, as fewer grapes equals more concentrated sugars and deeper, more

pool or a stellar light selection to start the evening meal with, think

popular addition to some of the country’s famed white wines based

Chenin Blanc. These remarkable wines are a delightful departure

though, is that this grape has also made quite a name for itself in

the market. Additionally, Chenin Blanc’s enigmatic status means

on the Torrontes grape varieties. What is particularly exceptional, some very warm weather, New World locations as well. Typically,

grape varieties that thrive in a certain type of climate will

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Chenin Blanc, though, defies this norm as it can be found in

underperform and struggle in vastly different growing conditions.

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from the typical Sauvignon Blancs and Pinot Grigios that dominate

hidden gems of good value are waiting to be discovered. Take advantage and try some Chenin Blanc tonight.

Adopt A Friend

Article by MaryJane Baker Vu, CSW Owner of Waterside Wine Club, Cape Harbour

Chance

Chance is a lovely 1-year-old Catahoula mix.

He gets along great with large dogs and children, but no cats. Chance is an active boy, but also has a major cuddly side.

If you’re looking for the perfect family dog please consider Chance.

If you think you are a good fit for Chance, please contact Bo Nose Rescue at Teambonose@gmail.com.

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Fe at ur e

Steve Caiazzo

“Steve gets so much out of

what he puts in as he gets to

be a part of these kid’s lives,

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seeing them develop beyond their wildest dreams.

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rowing up in Malden, Massachusetts, it’s not surprising that Steve Caiazzo spent a lot of time in the spotlight. It seems to go with the Caiazzo’s family name. His father was a handsome actor in Hollywood and his younger brother was a superstar at baseball.

rib, steak dinners and all you can eat shrimp. “That was pretty good,” recalled Steve, “because all the other kids were eating in the cafeteria.”

He was even told the day he signed that he could have the car of his chose. They began to send his mother flowers and call her saying, “We need Steve.”

But that didn’t stop the football coach from asking him to join the high school team.

With only two weeks to go, Steve still had not made up his mind, and that’s when the Patriots called. It was like he was waiting for that call all along. Wanting to be close to his family, he signed with them for three years.

Steve’s first love was also baseball. He was one of the top thirty players in Massachusetts and, while playing in Fenway Park for the New England All Stars, he was contacted by numerous professional teams including the Orioles, Mariners and the San Francisco Giants.

Are You Ready For Some Football?

At 6’2 and 190 pounds, Steve wasn’t heavy, but he was built like an athlete. At first he objected saying, “Sorry coach, I’m in a band and I can’t do both.”

It seemed everybody wanted him to play; there was even a big article in the school paper about why Steve preferred the drums to the sport of football. Yet, the coach’s persistence paid off because Steve finally decided to join the team his senior year.

Luckily he did because he was phenomenal. He broke all kinds of records and got an offer to play at the University of Miami, an amazing feat considering he only played for one season.

However, Steve’s best friend at the time did not get any offers, but because they were inseparable, the head coach suggested “Why don’t you guys go to junior college in Nebraska? You will be big fishes in a small pond.”

Steve’s friend ended up getting homesick and left, but Steve finished the school year and developed into an exceptional player. He was multi-purpose - big, fast, could block and had great hands. Schools were taking notice and Steve was told he could play anywhere he wanted because he was just that good. He got the first-class treatment and was flown all over the country. When all was said and done, he had about fifty Division 1 scholarships offered to him.

He decided to go to Minnesota because all the “Scandinavian girls loved my accent,” he says with a smile. But after the first few months Steve became disenchanted, saying “I was a Boston guy who loved the sun and beach and I ended up in the coldest state in the country.”

He stuck it out, but decided to call it quits after he hurt his knee and was in a full cast from his ankle to his hip. Trying to crutch his way to classes in minus 30 temperatures simply was not working, so Steve returned home.

Local Kid Makes Good The NFL still wanted him. When he went to back to Boston, the recruiters would court him by taking him downtown for lobster, prime

“It was great,” he remembered. “Here you are, nineteen years old, and they are calling you morning, noon and night. This is the stuff you read about in books and I did all of it. I was getting pressured by everyone to play for them.”

Bostonians were proud to have one of their own on the home team as newspapers and radio shows announced “local kid makes good.”

After his stint with the Patriots, he opened several successful sports bars which became hot spots in Boston with lines out the door.

Unfortunately, the demanding hours of owning a few sports bars took a toll on his marriage. After going through a divorce, he lived briefly on his boat before deciding to move to Florida in 2004.

Giving Back He took a position working for the Department of Corrections in Cape Coral. Most of the convicts in the facility were special needs people, so Steve and his co-workers set up a big carnival for them.

He invited the Patriots and cheerleaders down. The inmates had the time of their lives getting to play football with an NFL team and having their pictures taken with the cheerleaders.

Steve recalled growing up how he played baseball and football all day long, but, “no one taught me anything,” he said. “It was all basic instincts. I had to learn everything myself.”

So, when he moved to Cape Coral and a friend asked him to coach, he agreed. “What I know now is beyond comprehension and I could never sleep at night if I didn’t give back.”

When watching professional football, Steve sometimes cringes. “I see pros dropping the ball all the time because they are catching the first one third of the ball; these are guys who are getting millions of dollars.

My kids don’t do that because they learn to lock it in. I spend so much time teaching them the proper technique because no one taught me about hand positioning.”

The kids surround him stating proudly, “I haven’t dropped the ball in four weeks’ coach, because you taught me what to do.”

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Steve not only teaches the kids proper technique, but also inspires them by telling them, “you have no idea how lucky you are. Most of you didn’t know the difference between a football and a basketball when I started coaching you. I am going to teach you what no one taught me. You are going to learn the most extraordinary techniques, the same techniques that colleges are teaching their kids. So, think about how far ahead you are, but keep in mind you have to strive for it. I’m doing this because I know what college costs. I’m going to work until you guys are so good that you are going to get a scholarship. If you play in the pros, fine; if not, you’re all set.”

Steve himself got a full scholarship, but he knows what college costs after sending his daughter to a four-year college and then paying for another four years when she got her masters in broadcasting.

In 2005, Steve and some friends started the football camp they wished they had in their youth. He told the parents, “This isn’t going to be like any camp you are used to. I’m bringing six to seven of my friends from the NFL and we are going to make these kids superstars.”

He is very proud of “his kids,” calling them lighting fast. He recalls how once a coach pulled up in his truck to the chain link fence to watch them workout. Steve called two of his star athletes and without a running start had them free jump over the fence and land on their toes. This is the type of criteria that makes Steve’s team into an elite group.

Steve has made good on his promise. The kids won every level that year, developing far beyond everyone’s expectations. The children have gone on to be superstars in high school and many have moved on to play in Division 1. Three are currently playing in the pros.

Full Circle “My mom and dad didn’t know anything about sports. They just came to the games. I didn’t have any input from them.” Steve says, “I had no one to turn to. I had to make my own decisions at 17, 18 and 19 that would affect me for the rest of my life.

I made a lot of mistakes. But I can’t look back and say I lived a lousy life, because I haven’t.”

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Because of that experience, he makes sure his players get the support and advice they need and helps them keep in mind the importance of family.

When one of his kids, Marlin Garcia, who came from a broken family and was being raised by his hard-working mother, was thinking about going to Alabama, Steve told him “I don’t think you should go there.”

“Why not, coach?” asked Garcia.

“Because your mom is not going to be able to see you. How is she going to go up and see the games?”

The funny thing was the coaches from South Florida were telling Garcia, “you will be a big fish in a small pond if you come here.” Steve remembers the same thing being told to him almost fifty years earlier.

He told the coaches from South Florida that he would talk to Garcia, telling them, “I will get him to come here, but you got to take care of his mother being at every game.”

Marlin Garcia did take that scholarship and stayed in Florida.

Everyone was thrilled, especially his mother who was able to see all the games.

Steve gets so much out of what he puts in as he gets to be a part of these kid’s lives, seeing them develop beyond their wildest dreams.

65th Birthday and Family Steve will celebrate his 65th birthday in the Cape with his wife Susan.

He also enjoys going out on his boat, the sunshine and being able to watch sports all year round.

He frequently visits his daughter who is a TV anchor in Charlotte.

His grandson, Prescott, who is only a couple of months old, continues the family legacy in taking center stage as he makes frequent appearances with his mother on the news cast.

Steve states proudly, “Everybody loves Prescott.”

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Pe rso na lE mp ow erm en t

“Branding” goes further than

Business

Submitted By Jim Griffiths

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Modern businesses have gotten confused as to what “branding” is. It’s more than the color or font used in a logo. We make emotional decisions, and true branding is how people “FEEL” about you. Can they trust you? Will you be there if something goes wrong with my purchase?

We personally “brand” ourselves every time we interact with another person. Sending a text message is enough communication to another person to form a personal brand. Based on our actions, people around us judge our character based on how they feel about us, which is what forms a long term opinion. That’s your “brand.”

We all have a list of people that are known for not returning calls or notes, and we seem to hear the same excuse each time, “I haven’t had time to get back to you.” Really? There’s over 10,000 minutes in a week and it took that long for you to find only one of them for me? What you’re communicating is “You, or your issue, is really not that important to me.” I’m also surprised at how many people claim to be experts at time management, yet they seem to be the worst offenders. We often see ourselves opposite of how we really are because what we see is actually what we want our character to be like.

I’ve got a friend that is a well-known local political figure and, when I send an e-mail or a text message, he replies within one or two minutes every time. I once questioned how he managed to do that knowing that he sometimes gets a couple hundred messages a day? His response was “How could you not do it?” If you don’t answer immediately, you could have 400+ messages tomorrow, and you’d be completely lost with a reputation of not returning calls.

You have a great opportunity here, one that applies to all ages. I understand that you’re busy, but that’s not an acceptable excuse. What most people don’t realize is that not returning a call causes people to form an opinion of you, and it’s not a good one.

Not returning calls promptly causes people to think of you as undependable, someone they can’t count on, and they most likely feel that they’re being ignored. Accept responsibility for the results because branding yourself as undependable takes a long time to fix.

If someone leaves you a message, call back immediately and say something like “Bob, I got your call but I can’t discuss it right now. I’ll get back to you first thing in the morning”. Do the same thing in an e-mail, “Got your note, will get back to you ASAP.”

There’s more than 40,000 fifteen-second gaps in a week. One of those will eliminate people developing a false or negative impression of your character. Actually, it does quite the opposite. When you do something that most people don’t, you’ll stand out as one of the few that return calls right away, and you’ll never be on someone’s “list.” That’s a valuable group to be in today. It’s a character builder, and your character is what will separate you from the herd and create a relationship of trust among your peers.

This is not about returning calls. Getting back to people is only one of many things we do to create our own personal brand. It’s about making a deposit in your character, one of the best personal investments you can make. Develop your long-term personal “brand” that people respect, and watch the doors to success open in your life.

Meet Laney Taylor

Submitted by family friend Kathy Moldawsky

Laney is a 17-year-old native of Cape Coral. She loves the beach, boating,

playing soccer and being with her friends.

Laney is a student at Oasis High School, where she is involved in several

activities and sports. She is the Senior Class Secretary, a member of JROTC,

as well as the National Honor Society. She is also on the Girls' Varsity Golf

Team, and recently helped the Shark Varsity Soccer Team clench their first

District title. During her Freshman year, Laney was on the Track Team and competed at the regional level in the High Jump.

In addition to her school activities, Laney also plays competitive soccer and

volunteers regularly at Oasis Elementary School. She is looking forward to

volunteering with the TOPSoccer program this spring. TOPSoccer

volunteers provide the opportunity for young athletes with disabilities to

learn and play soccer.

Laney has one sister, Kristin, who is a Sophomore at Oasis High School, and three dogs.

After graduation, Laney will pursue a degree in Physical Therapy at either the University of Alabama or Florida State University.

Congrats Laney on all that you have done and all that you have to look forward to as you head off to college and beyond. Thanks for

being a Cape Kid with Style!

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Submitted by Cyd Notter Q: Dear Coach, I’ve tried every diet out there but always gain the weight back and more. What advice would you give for me for how to lose weight without starving? Jan

A: Dear Jan, thanks for your question. Good for you for wanting to lose the extra weight! I’m not surprised that those diet plans have not been successful. Due to a variety of reasons, typical diets which count calories, points, or measure portions often have dismal results (less than 3% success rate).

Weight loss which happens slowly and safely should be the result of a new lifestyle pattern rather than a short-term diet. Focusing on plans such as The ‘Plan A’ Diet’ shown on my website - veggies, fruits, legumes and beans, whole grains, rice, beans, potatoes – will not only contribute to keeping one healthy, but gradual and permanent weight loss will be a natural side effect. Remember, it’s a lifestyle change that will be the best option, and not a temporary period of deprivation in order to lose weight.

With the goal of making permanent dietary changes in mind, here are some weight loss tips that will help during the transition:

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t h g i e W Loss 1) Get oils of the diet. Oils are 100% pure fat and every tablespoon contains 130 calories and 14 grams of fat. Just 3 tablespoons per day (salad dressings, cooking/baking with it, and hidden oils in foods) can easily add up to 3 pounds per month. Oils add no bulk to our food and are just extra calories and fat. Plus there are MANY health detriments to consuming pure fat (inflammation, arterial damage, etc). This includes olive and coconut oil. Get rid of them for your health AND weight.

2) Don’t drink your calories. Sugary beverages are diet and health busters. Check your labels: 4 grams of sugar = 1 tsp. So one can of soda containing 39 grams of sugar (39 divided by 4 = roughly 10) contains nearly 10 teaspoons of sugar. Avoid the sweet teas, high-fat sugary coffee drinks and sodas. Make water your first beverage of choice, and drink 8 glasses a day.

3) Eat a complex carb breakfast. Our bodies run on complex carbs, which are densely nutritious, high fiber, and calorie dilute. Oatmeal topped with fruit, ground flaxseed and plant milk is great.

4) Increase your fiber. Shoot for at least 45 grams a day (from food, not man-made fiber bars and cereals). Americans are only consuming about 17 grams per day. Fiber is only found in plant foods (there is no fiber in meat or dairy products). High-fiber foods greatly contribute to achieving and maintaining optimal weight.

5) Give up the dairy (especially cheese). Cheese is 70% fat, and contains more saturated fat than beef. Milk is a common allergen that can trigger inflammatory responses such as stomach distress, gout, arthritis, diabetes and more. There are many health risks associated with dairy, and eliminating all products (milk, yogurt, cheese, sour cream, butter, and ice cream) will not only improve health but assist in weight loss.

6) Choose whole-grain. While I don’t advise consuming a lot of processed foods, there are times when we will need to purchase pasta, crackers, cereals, breads, or grains. A product can say “whole grain” or “whole wheat” on the front of the box, yet it is not truly a whole grain product. Read the ingredient list to see if the word “whole” is the first ingredient (whole wheat, whole oat, whole rye, etc).

7) ELMO. Eat Less More Often. A standard weight loss tip is to eat frequent, smaller meals throughout the day rather than one or two large meals. Your stomach is about the size of your fist – keep this in mind when you eat.

8) Distinguish between food and treats. Food nourishes the body, treats do not. That’s not to say healthy treats are off the table!

There are wonderful options for the sweet tooth (cookies, puddings, granola bars, ‘ice creams’) – all home-made and quite delicious/satisfying.

9) Keep a food journal. Include your beverages and any exercise that you’re doing. This helps to see at a glance your overall picture.

Sometimes having to write something down can be the deterrent we need not to eat it.

10) Be prepared. This is probably the key factor! Planning is crucial if you plan to succeed in eating well. The decisions often begin at the grocery store, so make a list and stick to it. Sanitize your environment from unhealthy, tempting foods; fill your pantry with approved foods, plan your menus, and shop accordingly.

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14 oz can of sauerkraut

4-5 oz Swiss cheese

4-5 oz corned beef (I use deli select or Buddig bag lunchmeats)

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Throw in the crockpot until it's melty.

Double recipe as needed.

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Submitted by Dr. Joseph Freedman, MD, MBA Cardiac Care Group Although many people with type 2 diabetes worry about losing their vision or having an amputation, the greater risk is to the heart and

brain.

About 65% of people with type 2 diabetes die of heart disease or

stroke. They are two to four times more likely to die of heart disease

than people without diabetes.

When someone does get a diagnosis of diabetes, they probably have had prediabetes for as long as 10 years.

By the time their diagnosis is made, their risk for cardiovascular

disease is extremely high. And then 10 years later, they will have their first cardiovascular event.

twice a year.

An enormous challenge

This test measures the amount of glucose stuck to red blood cells,

Because they not only have the problem of glucose metabolism that

(Aim for below 7%).

People with type 2 diabetes are faced with an enormous challenge.

has gone astray, but in most patients, they have an associated

problem related to their cholesterol and to their blood pressure, and obviously their weight.

All of these things have to be attacked with the same vigor.

To help prevent heart attacks and stroke, the National Institute of

Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases recommends the following:

Control your blood sugar

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which is a sign of blood sugar control in the previous three months.

For a better sense of your daily blood sugar or how food affects it,

you can prick your finger and use a blood glucose monitor to get a reading. (It should be 90 to 130 mg/dL before meals and less than

180 mg/dL one to two hours after eating.)

Get active 30 minutes a day

Try to fit at least 30 minutes of physical activity into your daily routine.

Walk a half hour every day, or 10 minutes after each meal. Skip the elevator or escalator and take the stairs instead. Park at the far end of the lot and hoof it to your destination.

Eat heart-healthy foods

Enjoy whole-grain breads and cereals, fruit, and vegetables, and cut back on foods loaded in saturated fat and cholesterol.

Also avoid processed foods with trans fat.

Check your blood pressure

Have your blood pressure checked regularly. It should be below 130/80 for most people.

Shed pounds if you are overweight

A registered dietitian can help you—safely—lose weight. You need to plan meals carefully to get the nutrients you need, while

keeping your blood sugar in the safe range.

Kick the habit

If you smoke, try to quit. If you fail, don't give up or assume

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Have your cholesterol checked

You should have your cholesterol tested at least once a year.

Aim for an LDL, or bad cholesterol, level that is below 100; an

HDL, or good cholesterol, level that is above 40 if you're male

and above 50 if you're female; and triglyceride level that is below 150.

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Daily aspirin isn't safe for everyone, so make sure to consult

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This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace the advice of your doctor or health care provider. We encourage you to discuss with your doctor any questions or concerns you may have.

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Four things to do today to help achieve financial success According to Vince Lombardi, legendary head

coach of the Green Bay Packers, “The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack

3. Have an estate plan. Everyone, regardless of

age or wealth, should have an estate plan. Estate

planning can provide a means of transition and

of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a

continuity when passing on your assets after your

financial planning? Everything – particularly given

such as living wills, health care directives and

lack of will.” What does this have to do with

the challenging times we live in today. Building and

maintaining wealth are usually the result of hard

work, dedication and, most of all, planning.

Here are four things you should do today to help achieve financial success:

1. Time is an ally, so begin now. Your best

chance of accumulating wealth comes from developing an investment plan that starts early and

involves regular investments. The longer you wait

to start, the more you will need to invest each year

death. Estate planning also addresses current issues

durable powers of attorney.

4. Diversify, diversify, diversify. Different types

of investment assets and investment styles rarely move in unison. When one investment class is up,

another is frequently down. The ultra-wealthy know

from experience that fortunes can be made in

highly concentrated investments, but they also

know the litany of fortunes that have been lost that

way.

With strong will and a well-thought-out action plan,

to reach your goal.

you can achieve financial success.

to borrow is relatively easy. However, paying the

services. Diversification does not assure a profit or

2. Get your debt under control. Finding money

loan back is not as easy. Whether it is a mortgage

or a credit card, having a low and constant interest

rate for the life of the loan will help you avoid potential problems that could eat up even more of

your income. It will also help you budget savings

for other pressing priorities like retirement.

With strong will and a well thought out action plan, you can achieve financial success.

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Article provided by Rebecca Ross, Vice President and Financial Advisor at Robert W. Baird & Co., member SIPC. She has 32 years of financial services industry experience, and can be reached at 239-541-9090 or rross@rwbaird.com.

Robert W. Baird & Co. does not offer tax or legal advice. ©2016 Robert W. Baird & Co. Member SIPC. MC-46708.

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Tommy Papa

Written by E.J. Skarda

“Open Mic Night” at The French Press Coffee Shop in Cape Harbour

on Wednesday evenings is not for karaoke enthusiasts.

Performers who I heard played all types of music—from ballads to

shop, decided to create a local setting for song writers, poets and

Tommy said that he enjoys hosting his musical friends and knows that

Singer/Songwriter Papa Tommy, along with support from the coffee

comics to present their talent.

The smell of fresh brewed organic coffee in this marina shop offers

they appreciate the warm introduction and welcome they receive at

The French Press.

artists and guests a place to sit and listen to guitar music. Musicians

Papa Tommy mentioned that at times he has had some pretty unusual

have composed. The same is true with poets and comics—only

accordions, another night a woman came in to play a washtub bass

are encouraged to perform their original songs and lyrics that they

original work is expected.

Papa Tommy, a 12-year Cape Coral resident, is the host emcee who

started this program about two years ago. “As long as people keep

talent show up at “Open Mic Night.” One time there were dueling

and sing. Then there was the performer making background music

using his lips while his wife sang.

“There is a lot of natural talent in the area,” Papa Tommy said, “from

showing up, we will continue offering this open mic venue to local

professional session musicians to retired performers who show up.”

original work performed.

I asked Papa Tommy what he liked about living down here. He

performed his popular and original song, “Bars My Daddy Took Me

guitar on Saturdays. The warm weather and the marina view is so

creative artists.” This is one of the few local places in the area to hear I sat and talked to Papa Tommy one night during a break after he

The evening I was there, I heard an amazing visiting jazz guitarist.

explained, “I love to sit out on the Cape Harbour lanai and play my

To.” He opened the night to a standing room only crowd as he

inspiring that I can write a song a day here.” He writes original tropical

three songs. A talented musician in his own right, he wanted a place

of superstars like Jimmy Buffett.

to try and make Cape Coral a place, other than Nashville, for song

Papa Tommy can be contacted for questions about his “Open Mic” nights and lyric workshop, by e-mailing: papatommymusic@yahoo.com or following him on Facebook.

introduced one performer after another. Each performer is limited to

for people to come together and share their talent. He said his goal is

writers to create their lyrics. Papa Tommy is also starting a song lyric

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blues to Blue Grass—with some rock and roll thrown in. Papa

workshop there once a month on Thursday nights.

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songs for all occasions. In my opinion, his songs would be the envy

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Imagine Wellness Spa opened in Cape Coral almost 4 years ago as Imagine by Carleen. Owned by Carleen McIlveen, the spa opened in its original location on Coronado, on the second floor above Su Casa, just 5 months after she and husband Jeff arrived in Cape Coral. 15 months later, they moved to a Cape Coral Parkway location, more than doubling the space, and then this past December (2016) they moved to their now permanent home of 3280 square feet in Del Prado Mall (the same mall as Planet Fitness.)

Carleen started part time while living in Connecticut doing bridal makeup while looking for a new job during the economic recession.

Her previous career was a corporate sales and marketing executive and she was looking to break out of that and find something more meaningful. The makeup gig lead to a position in sales with a medical grade skin product manufacturer, which lead to a decision to get some education in esthetics.

That was the same time Carleen and Jeff, in the dead of winter after a really bad snow storm, decided it was time to think about relocating somewhere warmer with a lower cost of living and higher quality of life. It took about a year and a half to get themselves ready to move.

They landed in Cape Coral because they both had some family here.

Carleen’s 70-something father and Jeff ’s 70-something uncle, were

both local, but not quite the community to whom she could market her new business idea!

Carleen and her team established a charity called WISDOM, to help those with a Weakened Immune System from Disease or Medication get treatment for side effects at a discount. Carleen also volunteers often at Cape Christian Fellowship Church and she support Sunshine Kids, Lee Health, Human Trafficking Coalition (Southwest Florida Women's Foundation.) They also offer services for numerous other local charity auctions throughout the year.

Carleen and Jeff have two adult daughters still in Connecticut, as well as a Siberian Husky named Maya and a Cavalier King Charles/American Eskimo named Buddy. In addition to the 2 dogs, they also have 2 cats, Sanibel and Captiva, who they rescued from a drainage pipe in the neighborhood.

They believe the best part of living in the Cape is that “it truly is a community inside a small city, surrounded by palm trees and water...just paradise!”

Please stop by Imagine Wellness Spa and experience all that they have to offer.

Imagine Wellness Spa 1404 Del Prado Blvd S. 239-471-7029 imaginewellnessspa@gmail.com.

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The Pasture Raised Lamb was expertly done. The protein was

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not overwrought by heavy sauces, spices or marinade. The lamb

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was simply rolled in persillade (a French mixture of seasonings:

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parsley, garlic, herbs, parmesan, oil, and vinegar) with dijon,

then adorned with a ring made from fried potato strings, demiglace finish and served with brussel sprouts and string beans.

Running the kitchen at La Corte is Executive Chef Tim Spain,

a Florida native whose culinary education included working as

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an intern for 11 months under chefs in Bordeaux, France and

attending the “Masterworks Program” at the Culinary Institute

of America in San Antonio, TX. Spain has spent time

hat is what comes to mind when you dine at La Corte

Garden Bistro. The decor is an understated elegance with

some noticeable updates made by new owners, Michael

Bodetti, Alex Vitali and Vincent Palmese.

mastering his art of cooking in Key West, Mackinac Island, MI, and New Orleans.

Spain is also a “Level One Master

Sommelier” meaning you’ll find some rare gems here to pair

with any meal.

He also offers us an Italian style of cooking with Burrata, fresh

While the decor screams Italy, the food offerings are derived from all

Italian mozzarella, stracciatella (a cheese produced from Italian

of cooking, but all types, including in their dishes as many local

with half of fennel bulb for crunch and texture, and Caprese

worldly cuisine. The owners won't classify La Corte as any one type

products as possible using Seminole Tribes and Florida fisheries.

The French-American flair shines through in several

dishes, such as the Tuna Tartare with large delicate

chunks of yellowfin, avocado, toasted sesame

and wasabi aioli. The flavor was brought forth using a touch of sesame oil, dusting of finely grated salt and garlic, and the

size is large enough for 2-3 people to enjoy as a table appetizer.

buffalo milk,) cream, pesto puree, grape tomato and balsamic

with farm tomato, bufala mozzarella and arugula.

Like a Day in Venice , Italy

By Shana Overhulser

One of the owners, Vincent Palmese, plays a large part in the making and baking of

pastries and desserts. Palmese has been

working in the food service industry for over 40 years, owning a bakery in his home town of New York

City for 15 years and later

operating many successful food service

businesses along the east coast of Florida

and in Naples. You’ll want a bite of whatever

he dishes out!

Try the large sized Cannoli with homemade outer crust

and creamy filling topped with whole pistachios and berries. It’s

beyond amazing. The La Corte Cheese Cake is a beautiful rendition

of the classic, made from scratch and layered with light, airy white

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chocolate mousse, then topped with fresh

blackberries, strawberries, raspberries and

blueberries. It comes presented with fancy

artistic designs all around the plate. Great news: they cater parties, deliver locally and make your cakes and pastries custom to order.

La Corte Garden Bistro is located at 1520 Lafayette Street, Cape Coral, Florida 33904.

Call for reservations or stop in for live

music. (239) 542-2224. Visit their website at lacortebistro.com.

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C o In m A mu ct n io it n y The Cape Coral Animal Shelter team of

directors and volunteers have been working hard and continues to be successful in fund

raising efforts at many local events through

the ongoing support of the residents and

businesses of Cape Coral. The team is very grateful and continues to progress ahead

with the No-Kill shelter project as we continue onwards with capital campaigning.

The very first Capital Campaign event

proved successful with many very generous

donations. More Capital Campaign events

upcoming events. Everyone is welcomed

and encouraged to get involved. No time,

grand marshal leading the celebratory

it to the Cape!

people involved in the development of

(c) nonprofit organization located in Cape

has been a resident of the Cape since 1962.

talent or treasure is to small! Help us bring

The Cape Coral Animal Shelter is a 501 (3)

Coral, Florida. Our Shelter organization,

parade down 47th Terrace, is one of the key Cape Coral over many years. Mr. Sanborn

He moved here to be the managing director

in partnership and full support with the City

for Gulf American Corporation, the

profit, no-kill animal shelter for our Cape

a “Water Wonderland” because it featured

Our City is growing, more and more people

with this company, he worked in the

of Cape Coral Officials, will create a non-

Coral residents and the animals in need.

are deciding to make Cape Coral their home and the need for a No-Kill animal shelter is

great.

With Sincere Gratitude, Cape Coral Animal Shelter Board of Directors and Volunteer Team

company that developed Cape Coral to be

a system of canals. Following his tenure banking industry as marketing officer for

the first bank in Cape Coral. Paul was then

elected commissioner of the Lee County Mosquito Board for 20 years, until his retirement in 1993.

He is an official

historian of the City of Cape Coral, and he

served as president of the Cape Coral Historical Society/Museum for ten years.

are being planned which will support the

The “Celebrate Cape Coral” night parade

building of the shelter. The Phase 1 plans

include state-of-the-art facilities focusing on

features a number of large, lighted floats

well as additional shelter programs designed

Entrants invited to participate in the parade

that appeal to spectators of all ages.

adoption, education, a medical clinic and as

include businesses, churches, high school

for the welfare of pets within the

bands, non-profit organizations and clubs.

community.

The German American Club made up a 60-

Building a new No-Kill shelter in Cape

foot long float, complete with lights,

Coral is projected to save 40,000+ animals

specifically for the event. Farmers markets

over a 20-year span. Healthy, adoptable

from South Cape and The Shops at

animals can be saved and placed in forever

Surfside are represented by a float featuring

homes. Receiving unconditional love from

a beautiful animal is a wondrous gift to

Let’s join as a community in

The Celebrate Cape Coral Night Parade,

positive purpose by making a difference in

anniversary of brothers Leonard and Jack

behold.

leadership set upon the road of defined by our world and speaking for those who cannot speak for themselves.

Please visit our website:

www.capecoralanimalshelter.org to sign up for our email newsletter, volunteer, donate

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Mr. Paul Sanborn, who was selected as the

and read about the latest news and

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held on March 4, marks the 60th

dancing vegetables. There is even a 1957

model car included in the parade to support period nostalgia.

The last parade of this type was held back

Rosen’s purchase of 103 square miles of

in 2005. The organization that now

Coral, from Mr. Franklin Miles (of Miles

Hospitality and Entertainment Association

mostly vacant property, now called Cape

Laboratories) in 1957. At that time, this part of Cape Coral was named Redfish Point.

sponsors the celebration is the South Cape

(SCHEA). This group would like to make

the festive parade an annual event once again.

Forget the fundraising events..

Giving Circles are where it’s at for raising money

Michael Chatman, President & CEO Cape Coral Community Foundation

What is a giving circle?

Step Four – Share A Need

feature of a giving circle is that members pool their donations into

the request with the group. Giving is on a one degree of separation

A giving circle is a form of shared philanthropy. The only defining

one large fund and as a group decide how to disburse that money.

The Cape Coral Community Foundation is the center for generosity,

surrounded by giving circles we are continually helping to facilitate.

Think of it like the solar system, with orbits containing spheres of

influence, with generosity as the gravity holding everything in place.

It’s a dynamic system, rather than static; the creation of giving circles

inspires deeper generosity in our community. Giving circles can be created at any price point, for any cause, and with any demographic

as the membership. You can do it with no paid staff and only a tiny percentage of the operational costs that bigger foundations assume.

Here's how it works:

Step One – Join or Create a Giving Circle

Open a giving circle fund at the Cape Coral Community Foundation.

If you create your own group, you can write a description and a

When a member sees a need in their community, he or she can share basis, helping individuals, not organizations.

One hundred percent of the money donated to your giving circle goes

to meet the needs of your giving circle, making it clear exactly how

your money is solving problems.

Step Five – Decide How to Help

As a group member you then “weigh in” to decide if you would like to support each particular request. By sharing comments and suggestions each member adds to the wisdom of the group to help decide how best to meet the need.

Fundraising events can be a lot of fun, and do raise awareness for

good causes. Being part of a giving circle is uniquely empowering, however. By being part of a group and financial fund larger than yourself, you know you are making a meaningful impact.

covenant stating who you are and what you are committed to. If you

The Cape Coral Community Foundation, the global center of

the group and start participating with them.

working with organizations to cultivate a network of generous donors,

join an existing group, you can read and accept the shared hopes of Step Two – Invite

Invite friends to join your group who have a common desire to assist

in meeting needs, whether helping cover a relative’s hospital bill or reaching out to a classmate whose family has been hit by tragedy.

Step Three – Fund the Giving Circle

Fund your group “piggy bank,” which is an ongoing fund that is used

to meet the need that group members recognize in their communities.

Groups choose how to fund their piggy banks by giving a fixed

amount regularly or agreeing to give a percentage of their income.

Needs are met from the growing pool of money collecting in your group fund.

generosity, based in one of Florida's largest cities, is committed to

endowment building and leadership development. Through its affiliate

foundation program, CCCF partners with organizations to create foundations. CCCF provides the platform and technical assistance,

board recruitment, fundraising strategies, corporate employee engagement programs and development of grant program management.

Michael Chatman is president & CEO of the Cape Coral Community Foundation, the global center for generosity, and can be reached at michael@capecoralcf.org, on Twitter @michaelchatman. The foundation is located at 1405 SE 47 Terrace, Unit 2, Cape Coral. For information, call 239-5425594 or go to www.capecoralcf.org CapeStyle Magazine│March 2017

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2017 MARKS HARBOUR VIEW GALLERY 10TH ANNIVERSARY

The only artists-owned cooperative gallery in Cape Coral celebrates 10 remarkable years of success and growth. Harbour View Gallery at Cape Harbor has hosted over 300 local artists since opening in 2007, serving the local arts community with diverse art mediums created by local talent.

March Celebration The gallery commemorates its 10-year milestone with a public reception Thursday, March 23, 2017, 6 – 9 p.m. at the gallery. Kat Epple, internationally renowned flutist and Grammy award winning composer will provide entertainment. Gallery jewelry designers Beverly Fox and Heather Rivera created commemorative jewelry art pieces being given away that evening. Just stop by the gallery to register.

Offerings Original fine art and locally handcrafted gifts are available in a variety of art mediums such as: paintings, glass art, photography, fine jewelry, sand and paper castings, fabric and metal art, wood carvings and pottery in a wide range of styles and prices.

Constantly changing artwork is showcased at monthly featured artists’ receptions the first Tuesday of each month 6 – 8 p.m. Twenty five additional area artists are represented at the gallery on an extended basis.

A full-service frame shop was introduced in 2013 when the gallery doubled in size.

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Friends and Family Visitors are greeted each day by one of the gallery owner-artists. The welcoming atmosphere and their helpful attitude keep people coming back again and again. Customers are treated like family and, in turn, they bring their family and friends to the gallery.

Mary and Ken Tate, frequent visitors from Canada say, “Harbour View Gallery is a little gem of Cape Harbour. The owner-operated gallery is unique – seven owners, seven views, every day a different artist. And, the visiting artists add even more variety. We love visiting!”

Creative Fun Monthly “Sip and Paint” evenings at the Waterside Wine Club feature fine wines and creative fun. Unlike similar events, they alternate between painting canvases, glasses, trivets, and ornaments.

Among the gallery’s many achievements is “Paint the Cape”, the first and only plein air competition and exhibit in Cape Coral. For two consecutive years (2010 and 2011) the event raised money for the Cape Coral Community Foundation.

Key to Success?

What makes the Harbour View Gallery special and thriving when others have failed?...A winning combination of dedicated, talented artists, superb location, friendly atmosphere, reputation for excellence and professionalism, and diverse, unique, quality artwork.

Visit the gallery at 5789 Cape Harbour Drive, Suite 104, Cape Coral, FL 33914 and online at www.harbourviewgallery.com

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March Events Every Saturday

Cape Coral Farmers Market -- Where: Club Square, SE 47th Terr and SE 10th Pl, call 239-549-6900 for more information, from 8 am – 1 pm

Every Tuesday

Surfside Farmers Market -- Where: Shops at Surfside, 2378 Surfside Blvd, call 239-549-6900 for more information, from 2-8 pm

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Sunset Celebration – First Wednesday of every month through May, from 4 – 7 pm. Live music, food, arts & crafts and more! Where: Yacht Club Community Park, 5819 Driftwood Pkwy, www.capeparks.com or call 239-574-0806.

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Celebrate Cape Coral Parade -- In 1957, brothers Leonard and Jack Rosen spent two weeks looking for land to develop, purchasing the land on the peninsula known as Redfish Point. Land had to be cleared, canals were dug. Hungry salesmen used a fleet of planes to take potential buyers on tours, dropping sacks of flour on lots that people bought from the air. Come celebrate all that makes Cape Coral what we love today! Where: SE 47th Terrace (Entertainment District) www.southcapeentertainment.com

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Irish Festival -- The Cape Coral Irish Festival is so much fun, with live Irish music, corned beef sandwiches and dinners, rides, and crafts. 2 stages, one for the bands and the other in the pavilion for Irish step dancing demonstrations. Craft booths for Irish goods like: jewelry, blankets, tee shirts, and more. The festival is hosted by the Cape Coral Irish American Club. Contact them at www.capecoralirishfest.com.

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CapeStyle Networking -- FREE CapeStyle B2B Networking Event. Appetizers will be provided. Bring lots of business cards and join us. RSVP to events@CapeStyleMag.com. Where: Fathom’s, 5785 Cape Harbour Dr from 5:30 – 7:30 pm

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South Cape St Patrick’s Day Trolley – The South Cape Hospitality Coalition presents South Cape St. Patty’s Eve Pub Crawl, Saturday, March 18. Go "Green" and trolley between many of the South Cape's premier bars and restaurants. At each stop, attendees can enjoy specialty drinks, food, and more. In addition, there will be opportunities to win prizes just by attending. Where: Check in begins at 6 in Big John Plaza and in Club Square. Trolleys run 7 – 11 pm. www.southcapeentertainment.com

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Sounds of Jazz – The Sounds of Jazz and Blues is the premier musical event in Cape Coral. The Cape Coral Parks and Recreation Department is proud to bring some of the best talent for a night of musical magic, food, and fun. Join in the city wide celebration for jazz and blues music. Where: Tarpon Point Marina, 6179 Black Marlin Ln, Cape Coral, www.capeconcerts.com 38

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