Accent On Tampa Bay #168 October, 2011

ccent A On Tampa Bay Publisher Albert F. Martino, Jr. Senior Editor Melissa Wolcott Sales Barbara McGovern Senior Sports Editor Peter Martino Contributors Sylvie Damien Nancy Evans Marty Peters Deborah Quigley Roland Stone Photographers Melissa Wolcott Proofreader Charlie deCatta Cover Photos Credit: Courtesy of Universal Resort / Walt Disney World / CC Event Productions PUBLISHED BY

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ST. PETERSBURG SATURDAY MORNING MARKET St. Petersburg Saturday Morning Market is located in Al Lang Stadium parking lot (Progress energy Park), hours from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. The parking lot is at the SE corner of First Avenue South and First Street. The Market is located on the western portion of the parking lot. For a GPS location, use 101 1st St SE. (zip - 33701).

The market features a wide variety fresh food, plants and crafts including: Farmers providing locally grown fresh produce and herbs. Meet who grows your food; Fresh Produce with a wide selection of regular & organic fruits and vegetables; Prepared Foods such as BBQ Turkey, smoked seafood, pickled vegetables, gourmet cheeses, fruit smoothies and much more; Gourmet Baked Goods including crusty bread, muffins, pies, and delectable desserts; Greenery - Plants, Flowers, Orchids, and Fresh Herbs; and Hand-crafted House wares & Gifts. www.saturdaymorningmarket.com

LEATHER & LACE BIKER’S BENEFIT SERTOMA - Oct 6

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The Leather & Lace Inaugural Biker’s Ball will kick start the seventh annual Florin Roebig Cotee River Bike Fest in New Port Richey. The ball will benefit the Sertoma Speech & Hearing Foundation’s Children’s Hearing Help Fund and will take place on Thursday, Oct. 6 at the Quality Inn & Suites (5316 US Hwy 19, New Port Richey, FL (727) 847-9005) beginning at 6 p.m. www.coteeriverbikefest.com/

Get Downtown FIRST FRIDAY ST. PETE - Oct 7, Nov 4 At the heart of downtown St. Petersburg between 2nd and 3rd Street South, every First Friday of the month, Central Avenue is transformed into a Block Party between 5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Meet up with old and new friends and enjoy some of the best Jazz and oldies in the Tampa Bay area. There’s plenty of great food and fine dining in the area. Enjoy the free live music in a unique, convenient, and safe environment. www.firstfridaystpete.com

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HARBOR SOUNDS MUSIC & ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL - Fri, Oct 7 At Safety Harbor Marina Park.

Enjoy the waterfront while listening to live entertainment. Art and children’s activities will be available as well as arts and craft vendors, and food booths will serve up BBQ, seafood, hot dogs, and other goodies. Listen to TJ Weger play his acoustic, lap steel and resonator guitars. Kids will have fun in the bouncey houses, and more fun stuff. Fri - 10/7: 5:00 - 10:00 pm; Sat - 10/8: 12:00 - 10:00 pm. 110 Veteran’s Memorial Ln., Safety Harbor, FL 34695. www.cityofsafetyharbor.com/index.aspx?nid=72

CITY OF GULFPORT’S 101ST BIRTHDAY BASH - Sat, Oct 8 With a new twist to an old tradition as there will be plenty of Antiques. If you are an antique buff, this event is for you. If you think you have an heirloom of worth from great grandma, bring it to Scout Hall from 1 – 3 p.m., where professional appraisers from the Gatehouse will value your Antiques for $5 per item or 3 items for $10.

Children can sign up for Chalk Art Contest which begins at Noon and judging will start at 2 p.m. Free Inflatable kids jumping area will be available throughout the event. You can check out vendors along 28th Ave. S., take a guided trolley tour of Old Gulfport and try your hand at the popular Mullet toss. The traditional Worthington (7th generation Gulfportians) fish fry dinner is a “must try” experience. Celebrate Gulfport’s 101st Birthday with a free piece of cake at 3 p.m.

City of Gulfport’s 101st Birthday Bash at the Gulfport Historical Museum at 5301 28th Avenue S. on Saturday, October 8th from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

PIER AQUARIUM’S 18th ANNUAL FISH HEAD BALL - Sat, Oct 8 You’re the Rock Star. Your rock star fantasy begins the moment you enter the VIP entrance. Credentials in hand, you’re escorted to the back stage of FISH-A-Palooza. Feast on unique treats and librations. Be Guitar Hero. Bid and keep on bidding at the Action Auction. And dance. The back stage ROCK STAR party will be documented by paparazzi (Moorman Photographics), so get your rock star on and support a good cause. Live performances and video clips of your favorite concerts entertain you while you groove to the beat of one of Tampa Bay’s funkiest DJs. Be a star and relax in the Green Room and smoke in the Hookah Lounge. Feast on unique - and perhaps “unusual” favorites of your rock heroes and offerings of the best restaurants in the area! FISH-A-Palooza, Be a Rock Star! benefits the education programs of The Pier Aquarium. 6-10pm Sat, Oct. 8, poolside at the Don CeSar Beach Resort, 3400 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach. Attire: Dress as your favorite rock star. www.pieraquarium.org/ROCKSTAR

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SWING DANCE THE STUDIO@620 - Tues, Oct 11 The Studio@620 invites you to kick up your heels and dance the night away. Fun, footloose, fancy free, all the good times and good vibes of an old fashioned swing dance right here in your neighborhood. Get started with a lesson at 6 PM then stay to dance and socialize from 7-11 pm. www.studio620.org/620

EASTER SEALS FALL FESTIVAL FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES - Thurs, Oct 13 Easter Seals Florida is hosting a Fall Festival for the children at Easter Seals’ Murray Child Development Center. The center is an inclusive center that focuses on helping children with disabilities, special needs and developmental delays.

Volunteers from community and the United Way Day of Caring will help serve snacks and host fun activities and games like bean bag toss, fishing game, crafts, puppet shows, etc. People interested in volunteering or donating items for the event should contact Amanda Brock at 813-868-7188 or abrock@fl.easterseals.com. The event will be held at Easter Seals Florida, 2403.

E. Henry Avenue, Tampa, FL 33610, Thursday, October 13, 2011 from 9:00 am to 11:30 am

HYDE PARK VILLAGE FESTIVAL - Sat, Oct 15

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Little ghosts and goblins will be dressed in their Halloween best for trick or treating, arts & crafts, a bounce house, face painting…and new this year, a live performance from children’s rock musician, Mr. Richard.

The Pumpkin Patch also opens at the Fall Festival, so there will be plump pumpkins in all shapes and sizes and festive photo opportunities, too. All proceeds from pumpkin sales benefit The Humane Society of Tampa Bay. The event runs from 11 am to 1 pm.

Ready to put your boogie shoes on? Richard Peeples plays over 400 shows a year for children and their families. With the help of Jimbo Mathus of Squirrel Nut Zippers/Buddy Guy fame, Mr. Richard recorded his first children’s album, “Might As Well Sing.” Richard appears regularly with The Pound Hounds (Rachel Webb on bass/vocals and Rick Hartig on drums) for fullon rocking for the kids. www.hydeparkvillage.net/

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2ND ANNUAL CAJUN CAFÉ WINE FESTIVAL BENEFITTING ABILITIES FOUNDATION - Sat, Oct 15 The Abilities Foundation’s 2nd Annual Cajun Café Wine Festival hosted by Cajun Café on the Bayou and Constellation Wines U.S., takes place from 3-7 pm., Saturday, October 15.

This popular event features more than 100 wines from nine different countries, delicious Cajun food, prize drawings, and live jazz music by Bobby Tess. The tasting features selections from Robert Mondavi, Simi, Franciscan, Wild Horse, Ruffino, Kim Crawford, Estancia, Clos du Bois, Hogue Cellars, Ravenswood, Blackstone, Diseno, Escudo Rojo, Dreaming Tree, Primal Roots, Toasted Head, Simply Naked, and more.

There will be a drawing of wine-related items and gift certificates.

Cajun Café on the Bayou is located at 8101 Park Blvd, Pinellas Park, FL 33781. Tickets are $35 per person and $15 per designated driver. To RSVP, call 727-546-6732. www.abilitiesfoundation.com.

THE MET: LIVE IN HD 2011-2012 SCHEDULE FOR NATIONWIDE INTHEATER EVENTS - Beginning on Oct. 15 The Metropolitan Opera (the “Met”) will bring the Emmy and Peabody award-winning The Met: Live in HD series to U.S. movie theaters for the 2011-12 Met season. It begins with the Met premiere production of Donizetti’s Anna Bolena starring Anna Netrebko in the title role on Saturday, October 15 at 12:55 p.m. Each live performance will take place on a Saturday, with nine evening pre-recorded encore presentations taking place the third Wednesday after each live performance. Tickets are available at participating theater box offices and online at www.FathomEvents.com.

SAFETY HARBOR 3RD FRIDAY MUSIC SERIES - Oct 21 Head to downtown Safety Harbor every 3rd Friday of the month. The music series features shopping, dining & entertainment. This free street festival takes place from 6-10 pm and offers live music at the John Wilson Park gazebo and at local venues throughout town. Each month features a different theme, some of the area’s hottest local bands and quality arts & crafts vendors.

Stroll the downtown shops & visit the quality craft vendors. Grab a bite to eat at any one of the food vendors set up along Main Street or step into one of Safety Harbor’s many unique downtown restaurants. Proceeds from the event benifit a different charity every month: Oct 21 - 3rd Fright Night. www.cityofsafetyharbor.com/index.aspx?nid=317

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he Ringling International Arts Festival is a six-day cultural celebration of modern music, dance, theater, and visuals arts presented by The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art with New York’s Baryshnikov Arts Center, October 11-16 at the Ringling Center for the Arts in Sarasota, Florida.

Held in, and around, the picturesque estate of The Ringling Museum with its 18th-century Historic Asolo Theater, Museum of Art’s 21 galleries and special exhibition hall, architectural masterpiece the Ca’ d’Zan mansion with its GothicVenetian design, and

beautifully tended gardens and grounds, it’s the perfect venue to enjoy a stimulating international exhibition of arts and culture by established and emerging artists.

Admission includes daily entry to the Museum of Art, Circus Museum, and Ca’ d’Zan plus lectures, tours and performances created especially for RIAF including In the Galleries, Jazz Sunsets, and the Festival Forum. Stroll along the gardens and waterfront, delight in casual and fine dining, and tour the campus that is the legacy of John and Mable Ringling.

Choose from 45 festival stage productions in dance, music and theater. Performances are scheduled throughout the day and affordably priced so that you can enjoy multiple performances on any day. For more information, visit www.ringlingartsfestival.org/2011.

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THE AMERICAN VICTORY SHIP - GHOSTS OF THE GREY LADY Be witness to an interesting evening of paranormal investigations aboard the American Victory Ship.

Beginning and experienced ghosts hunters are welcome to attend as is the curious. The event schedule includes a presentation on ghost investigating, a photographic slide show of other successful ghost investigations and general information about the Tampa Ghost Watchers from 9:00pm until 9:45pm. October 21, October 22, 9:00pm to midnight From 9:45pm to midnight, guests may roam the ship, conduct their own investigation and visit with an American Victory Ship representative who will share history about the ship as well as information on past investigations which have taken place on board.

Tickets are $20 for adults and veterans, seniors 65+ and students with school ID’s are $15 at www.ghostseminars.com, 813-228-8766, or in person by coming aboard the ship.

The American Victory Ship Mariners Museum is located directly behind the Florida Aquarium at 705 Channelside Drive in Tampa.

Hours of operation are Sunday and Monday from 12:00pm to 5:00pm and Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00am to 5:00pm. For more information, please visit www.americanvictory.org.

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY FLORIDA DIVISION LAUNCHING THE “PUT ON YOUR PINK BRA” CAMPAIGN - Sat, Oct 22

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This is the inaugural year of a new marketing campaign for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. The “Put On Your Pink Bra” campaign is designed to empower women across the state to wear pink bras in support of the fight against breast cancer. When you “Put On Your Pink Bra,” you are symbolizing the personal nature of the fight against breast cancer. Walkers will sport pink bras decorated, bedazzled and bejeweled that tell their individual stories. The 3.2?mile noncompetitive fundraising walk will take place at Vinoy Park on October 22, 2011 and at 26 other locations throughout Florida in October. This event will unite the community in celebrating breast cancer survivors, educate men and women about the importance of early detection and prevention, and raise money to fund lifesaving research and support programs that will further the progress against this disease. For more information and to sign up to “Put On Your Pink Bra” at an event near you, please visit

HYDE PARK LIVE MUSIC SERIES - Wed, Oct 26 Live Music Series at Hyde Park Village is a popular heritage event now in its 24th year. Concerts take place at the Fountain on the last Wednesday of the month, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM. Proceeds from beverage sales benefit a different charity each month. Admission and parking are free and friendly dogs on leashes are always welcome.

September 28 - Dan McMillion’s High Octane, benefiting the Gasparilla International Film Festival (Rain Date: October 5) October 26 - Vodkanauts, benefiting The Humane Society of Tampa Bay (Rain Date: November 2). www.hydeparkvillage.net Timpano Italian Chophouse, located at 1610 W. Swann Ave., hosts the after parties of the Live Music Series at Hyde Park. After each concert to enjoy music from DJ Papi as well as a selection of half priced beer, wine, and cocktails from 10 to close. www.timpanochophouse.net/

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SWING TIME’S 10th ANNUAL HALLOWEEN COSTUME BALL - Wed, Oct 26 Put on your best costume and get ready to swing with all sorts of exciting characters at the Gulfport Casino Swing Night. The Ball starts with a dance lesson: Shim Sham (with Special Zombie Styling) 7-8pm; no partner needed. Starting at 8pm, dance ‘til the midnight hour to the Ultimate Halloween Swing/Dance Music Mix, all Halloweeny music, all the way to midnight. The Halloween Costume Ball features a Costume Parade & Contest with hundreds of dollars worth of cash and prizes for the best costumes, plus prizes for Best, Scariest, Hottest, Funniest, Swingiest, and Most Original costumes.

The Ball features loads of Chocolate, Candy, & Trick-orTreats; Door Prizes; a Monster Shim Sham; a Steal Dance Mixer; plus Special Halloween Decor & Atmosphere. The Gulfport Casino is located at 5500 Shore Blvd S, Gulfport, FL 33707. www.SwingTime.info.

UPPER TAMPA BAY CHAMBER OKTOBERFEST - Oct 28-30 The Upper Tampa Bay Chamber Oktoberfest with authentic German food, German beer and a Munich style tent is considered by many to be the largest, most authentic Oktoberfest in West Central Florida. Oktoberfest brings the best of Old Bavaria and New Florida together for three full days of authentic German food, drink, music and dancing ... along with a carnival & midway, a great arts & crafts show, and a wild array of audience participation contests that the Tampa Bay area has ever seen. With weekend-long live entertainment, audiance participation games/contests, this is an event for the entire family. Thursday night has been added to the mix with Rocktoberfest from 6-10. Carnival, food, beer and some Classic Rock. The event days & hours are: Thurs, Oct 27 from 6 to 10pm; Fri, Oct 28 from 5pm to 11pm; Sat, Oct 29 from 11am to 11pm; Sun, Oct 30 from 12 noon to 7pm. Admission $5 and children under 12 are free.

Plenty of free parking available too. (813) 855-4233. www.UTBchamber.com

THE 2011 MASQUERADE HARVEST BALL AN EVENING OF ENCHANTMENT & MYSTIQUE Sat, Oct 29 The 2011 Masquerade Harvest Ball will take place at the Quality Inn & Suites in New Port Richey beginning at 6 p.m. The annual fundraiser for is billed as an evening of enchantment and mystique.

The proceeds from this event provide grants for a variety of local non-profit organizations whose services and programs assist the elderly of our community. Everyone attending the ball will receive a complimentary mask. The evening will be filled with music and dancing and include a pick-a-prize raffle and 50/50 tickets. A choice of dinner entrees will be offered. Tickets per individual are $45 each and only 200 will be sold. More than 40 themed baskets will also be on display for a silent auction. For additional details call (888) 3110314.

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THRILL ST. PETE OFFERS FREE ZOMBIE WORKSHOPS - Sat, Oct 29 Thrill St. Pete, St. Petersburg’s participation in the annual Thrill The World event, is participating in the simultaneous global dance for the third time in a row. The event will occur at The Pier in St. Petersburg. For those wishing to dance in the event Thrill St. Pete is offering free ‘Zombie Workshops’ every Friday from 6-8pm and Sundays 3-5pm at The Pier. Learning the dance is easy using the method created by the event’s creator Ines Markeljevic. It’s important you use the ‘official’ dance approved for the event. Locally people can attend Zombie Workshops, which is a great way to make new friends and have fun. In addition free YouTube videos and a DVD (for purchase) are available to learn the dance at home. The Thrill St. Pete event is also selling T-shirts (available online and at Zombie Workshops) and accepting donations in order to raise money for their charity ‘Center for Great Apes’ (centerforgreatapes.org). There are also volunteer opportunities available to help put on the event. Thrill The World is a worldwide attempt to break the Largest Simultaneous Dance with Michael Jackson’s “Thriller.” Thousands of people in cities around the world will learn “Thriller,” dance and perform it together on the day that Thrill The World takes place. The event and Zombie Workshops are open and free to the public. For more information go to thrillstpete.com.

LIVE ARTS ON THE 600 BLOCK! - Every Third Saturday Of The Month Hosted by the diverse and creative venues on the Block, LIVE Arts on the 600 Block! is a multi-arts sidewalk fest featuring artists and artisans in downtown St. Petersburg.

Stop by the block every third Saturday of the month, to listen to live music, enjoy the shops, and watch artists of all kinds at work. In addition, many of the shops and galleries will be showcasing their offerings with enticing specials throughout the day. 10am-6pm. For more information visit www.sixhundredblock.com

COREY SUNSET CELEBRATION - Second and fourth Friday of every month, year round The Corey Avenue Sunset Celebration takes place from 6-10 pm. Each bi-monthly event feature a variety of unique live entertainment, as well as local artists and crafters and a variety of snack food vendors. Buskers and street performers are always welcome at Corey Sunset Celebration, and may work for hat, at no charge to set up.

Corey Avenue is the Heart of Downtown St. Pete Beach, the Sunset Capital of Florida. Discover the unique stores, specialty shops, the theater, restaurants, art galleries, clothing stores, imaginative gift shops, craft and hobby shopping, beachwear shops, and more. Visit by car or trolley. Free Parking and admission. www.CoreyAve.com.

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CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS SHOWS

The Addams Family - Oct. 18 23, 2011. The weird and wonderful family comes to devilishly delightful

Peter Pan is filled with timeless magical moments and a captivating hook.

The legend you thought you know, is now the adventure you never dreamed possible.

A Christmas Story, The Musical!

- Dec. 6 - 11, 2011. The Christmas movie is a hilarious holiday musical. A Christmas Story, The Musical! chronicles young and bespectacled Ralphie

THE ADDAMS FAMILY

La Cage Aux Folles - Feb. 21 26, 2012. With a glorious score of hummable melodies and a dynamite cast featuring Goerge Hamilton, La Cage is an indisputable musical comedy classic.

Come Fly Away - March 27 - April 1, 2012. New Broadway musical that brings together the legendary vocals of Frank Sinatra and the creative vision of Tony Award-winner Twyla Tharp (Movin’ Out).

Burn the Floor - April 24 - 29, 2012. The elegance of the Viennese Waltz, the exuberance of the Jive, the intensity of the Paso Doble - audiences will experience them all, as well as the Tango, Samba, Mambo, Quickstep and Swing.

For more information, visit Straz Center, 813-229-7827, www.tbpac.org.

life in The Addams Family. This magnificently macabre new musical comedy is created by Jersey Boys authors Marshall Brickman & Rick Elice.

Parker as he schemes his way towards the holiday gift of his dreams — a Red Ryder Action Air Rifle BB Gun.

Peter Pan - Nov. 8 - 13, 2011.

Tony Award nominee Cathy Rigby takes flight in an all new production.

Million Dollar Quartet - Jan. 3 - 8, 2012. The Broadway musical inspired by the true story of the famed recording session that brought together rock n’ roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for the first and only time.

This thrilling musical brings you inside the recording studio with the four major talents.

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Les Miserables - Jan. 31 - Feb. 12, 2012. Cameron Mackintosh presents a brand new 25th anniversary production of Boublil & Schonberg’s legendary musical with glorious new staging and dazzlingly reimagined scenery inspired by the paintings of Victor Hugo.

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AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY - Oct 22 - 30

One of the most bracing and critically-acclaimed plays in recent Broadway history, August: Osage County is the hilarious and biting portrait of the dysfunctional American family at its finest—and absolute worst. When the patriarch of the Weston clan disappears one hot summer night, the family reunites at their Oklahoma homestead where long-held secrets are unflinchingly and uproariously revealed. This mammoth play combines epic tragedy with black comedy, dramatizing three generations of unfulfilled dreams, leaving not one of its 13 characters unscathed or any audience member unmoved. A Regional premiere! Chosen by Entertainment Weekly as one of the three most important plays of the past 25 years.

Performances will be held at the Palladium Theatre.

American Stage Theatre Company is located at the Raymond James Theatre, 163 3rd Street North, St. Petersburg (727) 823-PLAY (7529); www.americanstage.org BURN THE FLOOR

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MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS - Now thru Nov 19 Meet Me in St. Louis is a rare treasure in the musical theatre, and is based on the heartwarming MGM movie starring Judy Garland. Join the Smith family at the 1904 World’s Fair, and see how their love and respect for each other is tempered with the genuine humor that can only be generated by such a special family.

Memorable musical numbers include The Boy Next Door, A Raving Beauty, The Trolley Song, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, Whenever I’m with You and A Day in New York. Suddenly there’s a blackout.

Imagine yourself standing with the family as the lights from the World’s Fair fill the stage; you’ve never seen such a spectacular panorama in your life! If you loved Seven Brides for Seven Brothers and Singin’ in the Rain at the Show Palace, you will not want to miss Meet Me in St. Louis.

A SHOW PALACE CHRISTMAS - Nov 24Dec 25 Each year the Show Palace celebrates Christmas and Hanukkah with an exhilarating production for all ages. Past productions have featured classic carols, highenergy dancing and special appearances by many of your favorite holiday characters. A Show Palace Christmas is a beautifully wrapped gift for audiences.

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SEBASTIAN MANISCALCO Sebastian Maniscalco grew up with comedy in his blood. After earning a degree from Northern Illinois University, Sebastian realized his passion for stand-up comedy. While working as a waiter he

spent every free night performing at local clubs. With impeccable comedic timing, Sebastian has risen through the ranks to become one of the most respected entertainers in the stand-up community today.

Sebastian has appeared on The Tonight Show, The Savages, Tim Meadows’ The Very Funny Show, Comedy Central’s Premium Blend, Showtime’s Comics without Boarders, Comics Unleashed and The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson.

He will perform at SideSplitters Oct 2730. 12938 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa.

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Venue Ensemble Theatre RED PEPPER - Oct 7-22 AMBITION... POWER... RUTHLESSNESS...

‘One of the most vicious campaigns yet’ on the American political landscape. The story of the 1950 US Senate race in Florida which centers around the relationships between the incumbent, Claude Pepper, his wife, Mildred, and George Smathers. Smathers was a young protégé of Pepper’s who wound up launching a “red smear” campaign against Pepper in the 1950 race.

The conflict is set against the backdrop of the “behind the scenes” Florida powerbroker, Ed Ball. Ball was the

manager of the DuPont trust which owned the St. Joe Paper Mill, the Florida National Bank and the Florida East Coast Railway.

Ball was a stubborn and formidable opponent of Pepper’s and the two clashed for the better part of the 20th century.

Get tickets at www.eventbrite.com/myevents.

The Venue Ensemble Theatre is located at 9125 US 19 N, Pinellas Park.

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UPCOMING SHOWS IN THE CHANNEL DISTRICT power of sex. A sensation in London and New York, this scandalous play is full of erotic energy as one actor and one actress play all ten partners in a continuous daisy chain of sexual liaisons. Funny.

Razor sharp.

By Rajiv Joseph, this hot, new play follows the bizarre wounds that chart your life.

Dark but humorous, it balances youthful exhuberance with raw tenderness. Doug is a daredevil jock with a bit of a death wish; Kayleen’s injuries are more internal and crushing to the soul. Broken hearts and broken bones draw them close but it is the undercurrent of yearning that leads them to find the healing power of love. Quirky and poignant.

By David Hare, a contemporary riff on the oncebanned La Ronde, an exploration of lust, class and the

25TH ANNUAL THE PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE - October 7 - 23. Musical by Finn, Sheinkin & Feldman. The competition is intense. The words are hilarious. Let the spelling begin! The show centers around a fictional spelling bee in Putnam County, New York. Six kids face off in the battle of their lives. Three adults help adjudicate the proceedings: a nostalgic former spelling bee

winner, a mildly insane Vice Principal and The Official Comfort Counselor completing his community service.

MIRACLE ON 34th STREET - December 2 -18. By Valentine Davies adapted by Will Severin, Patricia Di

Winner of the Pulitzer Prize in 1983, this high stakes drama is a beautiful yet devastating depiction of a mother and daughter in crisis.

With humor amid vibrant emotional honesty, it is a penetrating examination of helplessness Eloquent and touching. A stunning theatre piece.

A story that speaks to the very heart of American integrity. A tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice and quiet heroism and a message of fighting for what is right. Book by Harper Lee. 1961 Pulitzer Prize for fiction.

For more information, visit www.stageworkstheatre.org; or call 813-251-8984.

Benedetto Snyder and John Vreeke. The story about a kindly old gentleman who comes to the aid of advertising manager Doris Walker and agrees to play Santa Claus in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The story relates the problems that occur when the gentleman, whose name is Kris Kringle, claims he is the real Santa Claus.

HAIRSPRAY - January 20 - February 5, 2012.

Musical by O’Donnell, Meehan, Shaiman & Wittman.

‘Pleasantly Plump’ teenager Tracy Turnblad achieves her dream of becoming a regular on the Corny Collins Dance Show. Now a teen hero, she starts using her fame to speak out for the causes she believes in, most of all integration. In doing so, she earns the wrath of the show’s former star, Amber Von Tussle, as well as Amber’s manipulative, pro-segregation parents. The rivalry comes to a head as Amber and Tracy vie for the title of Miss Auto Show 1963.

SEE HOW THEY RUN - March 2- 18. Comedy by Phillip King. Set in the idyllic village of Merton-cumMiddlewick in 1940s England, the village inhabitants are preparing themselves for the imminent threat of Nazi invasion. Resident nosy-parker and spinster, Miss Skillon, becomes convinced that her beloved vicarís actress wife is having an affair and attempts to expose her. Add an escaped German prisoner of war, a handsome actor, the visiting Bishop of Lax, a rotund locum priest and some meddling neighbors and hilarious confusion and mayhem result. www.splt.org

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S T R E C N O C T O H MAHAFFEY THEATER KENNY ROGERS LIVE - Fri, Oct 214 Award winning, legendary country music artist Kenny Rogers returns to Progress Energy Center for the Arts - Mahaffey Theater on Friday, October 14 at 8:00 PM. Spend an intimate evening with Kenny Rogers and his band as they deliver timeless classics and new material from the Love of God album.

LARRY GATLIN AND THE GATLIN BROTHERS - FOUR DECADES OF HITS - Tues, Oct 25 The Gatlin Brothers have enjoyed a 4-decade career that has taken them from the dusty Texas stages all the way to the White House. Check out Larry, Steve and Rudy as they take to the Mahaffey Theater stage for a one-day performance. www.mahaffeytheater.com/

ST. PETE TIMES FORUM JOSH GROBAN - Fri, Oct 28 Josh Groban’s “Straight To You” world tour will visit the St. Pete Times Forum on Friday, October 28 at 8:00 p.m.

The “Straight To You” tour will bring the feel of a theater experience to an arena setting though stage design, lighting and projection, as well as through the spontaneity and interactivity Groban delighted his fans with during last year’s “Before We Begin” shows, in which he solicited feedback from the audience on which songs should be included in the set-list. As a result, for the “Straight To You” shows, Groban will continue to interact with audiences and perform favorites from his best-selling albums, including his self-titled debut, Closer, and Awake, as well as songs from Illuminations.

Released by 143/Reprise Records on November 15, Illuminations debuted at No. 4 on Billboard’s Top 200 chart (Groban’s fourth consecutive Top 5 chart bow), selling 191,337 units in its first week.

Entertainment Weekly declared that Illuminations might be Groban’s handsomest effort yet.” USA Today raved: “Illuminations yields glowing music. Sturdy, deeply personal statements, brimming with poignancy.”

The New York Times also praised the album, saying it “showcases Mr. Groban’s songwriting” and “reflects the conviction that gallantry can also be pensive and uncertain.” Groban recently performed the National Anthem at the 60th Annual NBA All-Star Game in Los Angeles. www.sptimesforum.com/ www.AccentOnTampaBay.com

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THE FLORIDA ORCHESTRA In addition to a variety of soaring symphonies, explosive concertos, choral blockbusters and pop favorites from Broadway tunes to Frank Sinatra hits, The Florida Orchestra has lowered its ticket prices to $15, $30 and $45 for the upcoming 2011/2012 season to make concerts available to more people throughout the Tampa Bay area.

There are lots of series to choose from with concert packages ranging from as few as 3 concerts all the way up to 14 concerts. Series include the St. Petersburg Times Masterworks, Raymond James Pops, Progress Energy Morning Masterworks and two morning Coffee Concert series. Concertgoers can even create their own package to fit their tastes and calendars with a Compose Your Own series for only $25 a ticket (minimum of 3 concerts required).

Cirque de la Symphonie

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The St. Petersburg Times Masterworks series kicks off on October 14, 15 and 16 featuring The Master Chorale of Tampa Bay and the Tampa Bay Children’s Chorus in Carl Orff’s choral extravaganza Carmina Burana. Other beloved works scheduled are Beethoven’s soaring Violin Concerto, Mozart’s charming Piano Concerto No. 21, Rachmaninoff’s sumptuous Piano Concerto No. 2, Vivaldi’s sparkling Four Seasons and Beethoven’s noble Eroica Symphony. Other major works scheduled include Ravel’s jazz-laced Piano Concerto in G Major, Mahler’s emotionally packed Symphony No. 7, Mussorgsky’s grand Pictures at an Exhibition and the sweeping balletic themes of Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake Suite.

For those who love pops concerts, there is plenty to love on the orchestra’s Raymond James Pops series which opens on November 4, 5 and 6 with great tunes and dazzling acrobatics at Cirque de la Symphonie. The series also offers a toe-tapping salute to The One and Only Frank Sinatra, a sleigh load of holiday hits at Christmas at the Pops and everybody’s favorite ballads from Barry Manilow to Barry Gordy in Music for Lovers. Other concerts include A Night

in the Tropics with trumpeter extraordinaire Charles Lazarus, Rock on Broadway featuring rock-flavored musicals of the 70s, 80s and 90s, An American Songbook Encore with hits by Gershwin and Cole Porter, and a delightful salute to the musical vivaciousness of the “City of Lights” in a concert titled Postcards from Paris.

With concerts from October through May, the orchestra regularly performs at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts in Tampa, Progress Energy Center for the Arts Mahaffey Theater in St. Petersburg, and Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater. Both season packages and single

tickets are on sale.

For a free season brochure or to order a series package, visit www.floridaorchestra.org or call 727.892.3337 or 1.800.662.7286, Mon-Fri, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sat & Sun, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Chris Brown

CHRIS BROWN - THE F.A.M.E. TOUR WITH BOW WOW, T-PAIN & TYGA - Fri, Oct 7 Chris Brown Released His Debut Album “Chris Brown.” The Album Featured His First Single “Run It!” Topped The Us Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart At #1. “Chris Brown” Eventually Was Certified Double Platinum In The Us. He Released His Second Album “Exclusive” In 2007. The Album Features The Single “Kiss Kiss,” A Song That Featured T-Pain. The Song Would Reach #1 In The Us Billboard Hot 100. The Album Has Been Certified Platinum In The United States. His Third Studio Album Was Titled “Graffiti.” Brown Has Also Been Involved In Tv And Film Roles. He Made His Film Debut In 2007’s “Stomp The Yard,” And Made His Producing Debut In 2010 Upcoming Movie “Takers.”

Bow Wow And Chris Brown Are Best Friends And Worked Together Years Ago, When They Were Both Much Younger. This Is Some What Of A Reunion Since They Haven’t Worked Together For A While. Bow Wow Is Currently Getting Ready To Release His Album, “Underrated,” In December.

T-Pain (Real Name Faheem Rasheed Najm) Is Known As A Hip Hop And R&B Singer-Songwriter, And Producer. He Dubuted With His Release Album “Rappa Temt Sanga” Which Had A Couple Hit Singles “I’m Sprung” And “I’m N Luv (Wit A Stripper)”. He Has Been Known To Use The Auto-Tune Pitch Correction Effect. He Has Won A Grammy With Kanye West For The Single,”Good Life”.

Toby Keith

TOBY KEITH W/ ERIC CHURCH AND JT HODGES - Fri, Oct 14 Bullets In The Gun, Toby Keith’s 15th studio album, is a defining career milestone. But then, so have been each of his previous releases. And that’s the real point. Any attempt to explain, qualify or quantify Toby Keith that doesn’t start and end with the full breadth of his music is radically misdirected.

For it is in his music – the art and craft of it and, just as significantly, the unwavering embrace of the audience – that we can best define a songwriter/performer now in his 18th consecutive year at the top of the charts.

Eric Church is on a mission. You might expect someone coming off of their first two Top Ten country singles and an ACM Award for “Top New Solo Vocalist” to lock down the formula and go for more of the same, but with third album, “Chief”, Church is trying something bolder and using the opportunity provided by his success to push his music even further.

For more information on 1-800Ask-Gary concerts, visit www.livenation.com

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Journey with Foreigner

CLEARWATER JAZZ HOLIDAY - Oct 13-16

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Hat Started As A 10-Day Series Of Jazz Concerts Held On The Back Of A Flatbed Truck And At Venues All Around The City Of Clearwater, Has Evolved Into A Major International Jazz Festival And Draw For Tens Of Thousands Of Visitors. Now In Its 32nd Year, The Clearwater Jazz Holiday Is A World-Class Gathering Of The Some Of The Greatest Talents And Greatest Fans Of Jazz. The Event Takes Full Advantage Of Its Home In Clearwater, Florida, Offering Music And Art Against The Backdrop Of Warm Breezes, Brilliant Sunsets And One Of The World’s Greatest Beaches, On The Gulf Of Incubus Mexico.

Over Its 31-Year History, The Clearwater Jazz Holiday Has Featured Such Legendary Talents As Tony Bennett, Woody Herman, Buddy Rich, Dizzy Gillespie, Herbie Mann, Dave Brubeck, Tito Puente, Stephan Grappelli, Stan Getz, And The Count Basie Orchestra, To Name Only A Few. Today’s Most Popular And Innovative Jazz Stars Have Also Made Stops In Clearwater, Including Bela Fleck And The Flecktones, Al Dimeola, Kevin Mahogany, Hiroshima, Julian Coryell, The Rippingtons, Spyro Gyra, Acoustic Alchemy, Herbie Hancock, Paquito D’rivera With New York Voices, Rick Braun, The Neville Brothers, Branford Marsalis, Stanley Clarke - Bela Fleck - Jean-Luc Ponty, Koko Taylor , Boney James, Kenny G, Manhattan Transfer, Buckwheat Zydeco, George Benson, Joe Sample, David Sanborn, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Patti Austin, Natalie Cole, Medeski Martin & Wood, Peabo Bryson, Norman Brown, Jeff Lorber, Marion Meadows, Al Jarreau, Chris Botti, Soulive, Dr. John And Cherry Poppin’ Daddies.

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STAGE LINEUP THURSDAY Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue Kevin Eubanks Global Affect FRIDAY Brian Culbertson Miss Tess & The Bon Ton Parade Gerald Clayton Trio Valerie Gillespie Ensemble SATURDAY Maceo Parker Sammy Figueroa & the Latin Jazz Explosion LaRue Nickelson Group Whitney James Jazz Juvenocracy

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STATE THEATER & THE LOCAL 662 THURS, OCT 20

THE CHARIOT - STATE THEATER Atlanta, GA’s The Chariot is performing along with Underoath, Comeback Kid, and This Is Hell on a trek, ending at the State Theater in St. Petersburg on October 20th.

The Chariot’s track ‘Music of a Grateful Heart’ is cut from the new vinyl LP version of the band’s latest release, Long Live. This is the band’s fourth full-length album to date. The new 180 gram weight vinyl LP comes with exclusive silkscreened, hand-numbered jackets. The vinyl includes a bonus track, ‘Music of a Grateful Heart’, previously avail-

able only on the limited edition 7-inch version. The track is also be available on iTunes and all digital outlets as a single track.

The State Theater is located at 687 Central Ave, St. Petersburg.

TRIBAL SEEDS - THE LOCAL San Diego based Tribal Seeds have become known for their spiritually driven, refreshing rock vibe that they have intertwined with the roots style of reggae music.

In July, Tribal Seeds gave listeners a brand new EP entitled “Soundwaves,” which peaked at number 2 on the Billboard Reggae Charts. Their debut album “Tribal Seeds” (2008) and sophomore album “The Harvest” (2009) were both named in the iTunes “Best of” Reggae for each year “Tribal Seeds” also garnered them the “Best World Music” award at the San Diego Music Awards in 2008.

Tribal Seeds have toured throughout the United States, and have also performed in Mexico, Guam, Aruba, and Hawaii.

The Local is located at 662 Central Ave, St. Petersburg.

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ANTHRAX, TESAMENT, DEATH ANGEL TOUR - House Of Blues, Orlando, Thurs, Nov 1 Anthrax and Testament, who haven’t toured together in more than a decade, will be bringing their show to the House Of Blues in Orlando on Thursday, Nov 1. Both Anthrax and Death Angel are debuting brand new material from their new albums, both set for fall release; Testament’s new album is set to be released in 2012.

“We’ve been tight with the guys in Testament for a long, long time,” said Anthrax’s Charlie Benante, “so we’re really looking forward to hanging out with them on the road. And all of us in Anthrax are big Death Angel fans, so this is going to be a monster of a good time - for all of us and for the fans. Plus, with the incredible success of The Big Four shows over the last year, we wanted to tour with some of the ‘second wave’ of thrash bands.”

“We’re excited to do this tour because Anthrax was actually the first band we ever toured with,” adds Testament vocalist Chuck Billy. “It’s an accomplishment 20 odd years later that we’re going to do it again. The first time we performed with Anthrax, we only had a total of ten songs, so obviously now we have many songs to pick from so it will be very different. It’s good to see that a lot of the faces in the bands are the same as back when we first did this original tour 20 years ago.” www.houseofblues.com www.AccentOnTampaBay.com

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OFF THE BEATEN PATH . . .

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A LIFELIKE STORY is a young New Jersey based pop/rock trio consisting of Bryan Welsh on vocals and guitar, Garrett Hoffman on bass and vocals and Chris Mueller on drums. Their songwriting is a collaborative effort, and is ever-evolving as the band’s music expands.

Their music can’t be pigeonholed at the moment, with the band being influenced by acts such as 30 Seconds To Mars, Panic At The Disco, and The Killers. Their catchy single “State//Lines” video from their EP NEVER HAVE I EVER can be seen on their website. Watch for these boys to rise up the ranks. www.myspace.com/alifelikestory

Legendary guitar virtuoso and world music pioneer AL DI MEOLA’s latest outing PURSUIT OF RADICAL RHAPSODY was years in the making. It showcases his mastery of complex rhythmic syncopation combined with provocative lyrical melodies and sophisticated harmony.

By turns tender and spirited, the album features soulful Di Meola compositions. Working with World Sinfonia, he has created a collection of 15 entrancing tracks that highlight his unparalleled technique on both acoustic and electric guitar. www.aldimeola.com

Welsh alt-pop duo PAPER AEROPLANES’ debut effort, THE DAY WE RAN INTO THE SEA is a mixture of folk and acoustic elements laced the electric guitars and Celtic undertones (contributed to by producer Jon Reynolds, who’s worked with the likes of Sinead O’Connor).

The album also features sonic contributions from Head (PJ Harvey), John Reynolds (Sinead O’Conner, Belinda Carlisle) and Matt Prime (Will Young, Kelly Clarkson, Natalie Imbruglia). Each song has a commercial pop sensibility topped off with poignant lyrics and vocalist Sarah Howells’ haunting ‘one of a kind’ voice. The CD is a musical memoir that details the raw, universal feelings and experiences we all go through when dealing with break ups and shake ups, love and loss. www.okgoodrecords.com On KICKING IT WITH THE TWITS, the pioneering cowpunk band, HICKOIDS, show another side that’s just as important to their style as the C&W they delightfully twist and debauch.

This eight-song mini-album takes songs by original British invaders The Rolling Stones and The Who, glam era stars like Slade, Brian Eno and Mott The Hoople as well as cult heroes The Move along with punk originators The Damned and the inimitable Sir Elton and dress them up in Hickoids drag to create a simmering, slamming slab of transatlantic rocking. www.hickoids.com

The quartet that LESLIE PINTCHIK has assembled for her third CD WE’RE HERE TO LISTEN (with Scott Hardy on bass, Mark Dodge on drums and percussionist Satoshi Takeishi) is one that really knows how to listen, both to each other and to the evolving narrative of the music they create together as an ensemble. The longevity of this quartet (12 years) and the deep musicianship of all four of its members allow the full range of Pintchik’s rather unusual voice as composer, arranger and pianist to emerge. The playlist includes a mix of seven strong originals, and three very intriguing arrangements of well known tunes. www.lesliepintchik.com With his new album, EZRA WEISS reaffirms his status as one of the premier young jazz pianists and composers of today. THE SHIRLEY HORN SUITE finds him heightening his sense of elevation and refinement in a trio format with up-and-coming string bassist Corcoran Holt and veteran drummer Steve Williams. The special guest vocalist is Shirley Nanette, a Pacific Northwest jazz legend.

Weiss gives us his affectionate appreciation of Shirley Horn, an unforgettable pianist and singer whose way with beautiful melodies, harmonic coloration, and rhythm alterations made her the toast of the jazz world in the 1980s and ’90. Weiss’ Suite is a thing of beauty. Confident and relaxed, Weiss and his colleagues make the most of touch, space, dynamics, and phrasing. www.ezraweiss.com

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Violinist and fiddler Joe Kessler has been playing Irish music, klezmer, jazz, rock, gypsy music, and bluegrass for decades. His light-fingered, exuberant approach to music has made him the kind of musician bandleaders love. OY YEAH! is his debut as a bandleader and the CD is a musical tour of the old Ottoman Empire — the Mediterranean and the Balkans — through the lens of the ninepiece KLEZWOODS band.

From a mixed bag of influences comes this beautifully executed, relaxed, entertaining, and joyful album. www.myspace.com/klezwoods1 Guitarist Chuck Loeb makes his compelling debut with the quartet FOURPLAY on LET’S TOUCH THE SKY, the band’s new recording. Loeb completes the four-man crew that also includes the band’s founding members: keyboardist Bob James, bassist/vocalist Nathan East and drummer/percussionist Harvey Mason. Let’s Touch The Sky also includes stirring performances by guest vocalists Anita Baker and Ruben Studdard. For two decades, Fourplay has enjoyed success by grafting elements of R&B, pop and a variety of other sounds to their jazz foundations. The new Fourplay lineup creates an opportunity to bring an even newer level of energy and inspiration into a band that is already known for taking chances and pushing the limits of contemporary jazz. www.headsup.com Bassist, producer, composer, and all-around musician MARCUS MILLER has been a creator and an interpreter, a master and a mentor in the art form of music - from his teen years to the present. He continues this legacy with A NIGHT IN MONTE-CARLO, a live audio document of an amazing concert he was commissioned to perform in Monaco - a performance of music of his choice, much of it from his pen, featuring his arrangements for symphony orchestra. It features Marcus leading both his quartet and the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra, with special guests: trumpeter Roy Hargrove as well as singer, songwriter and guitarist Raul Midón. www.marcusmiller.com RAY ANDERSON and MARTY ERLICH QUARTET’s HEAR YOU SAY: LIVE IN WILLISAU showcases the band’s joyous and innovative music, with an unmistakable relation to New Orleans. Bebop phrases appear here, Klezmer melodies there, it’s funky at times and everything is steeped in blues. Ray Anderson excels on trombone,

and Marty Ehrlich plays sax, flute and clarinet with brilliance.

The quartet is rounded out by Brad Jones on bass, and Matt Wilson on drums. www.challenge.nl/ On the heels of his successful Noir Blue, reedman KEN PEPLOWSKI brings us IN SEARCH OF..., a hauntingly beautiful CD featuring creative music from only two different recording sessions, the majority of the tunes making it on the first take. The two session tied together show the spontaneity of the talented players involved. Peplowski has collaborated in the past with noted — and varied — artists such as Leon Redbone, Peggy Lee, Madonna, Woody Allen and Mel Torme. www.caprirecords.com On BEFORE THE RAIN, tenor saxophonist-composer NOAH PREMINGER creates a sense of musical adventure and exploration, plus great lyricism, compositional depth, and group interplay. Working with pianist Frank Kimbrough, bassist John Hebert, and drummer Matt Wilson, Preminger opts for an album of mostly balladtempo performances that give everyone in the band the opportunity to delve into some highly nuanced solo and ensemble playing. www.noahpreminger.com NORDIC CONNECT has a new CD out, SPIRALS, which contains a new set of original music. Established trumpet soloist and composer, Ingrid Jensen along with her sister Christine Jensen, alto and soprano saxophonist, and pianist/composer Maggi Olin again join forces with drummer Jon Wikan and bassist Mattias Welin. Together they explore a wide spectrum of sounds that shares their love of Scandinavian melancholy and American jazz. www.ingridjensen.com AFFINITY TRIO is a new, creative jazz trio that offers a highly personal effort full of unexpected musical surprises. Their self-titled recording features the talents of saxophonist/clarinetist Don Aliqupo, bassist Music Trax continues on following page

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Tom Giampietro. The CD is a collaboration of jazz veterans with special guest Jeff Coffin, and showcases the compositions, musical explorations and modern creative energies of these master jazz artists. www.donaliquo.com

COUNTRY The incomparable KENNY ROGERS has released his second album through the Cracker Barrel Old Country Store exclusive music program with THE LOVE OF GOD. Rogers’ long list of smash country and pop hits includes an impressive 24 #1’s. He is the voice of such timeless classics as “The Gambler,” “Lucille,” “Coward Of The County,” “Lady,” “Through The Years,” “She Believes in Me,” “Islands in the Stream,” and “We’ve Got Tonight.” Very few artists have enjoyed successful careers in such a variety of genres as Rogers – jazz, folk, rock, country and pop. The Love Of God is an inspirational collection of classic songs that Rogers remembers from his childhood along with new recordings of contemporary songs. cbmusic.crackerbarrel.com

ROCK FANTAZZMO I: ENTER THE FANTAZZ is a carnival ride of musical fun from the group led by guitarist/vocalist Sergio Bedolla. The band’s 70’s-esque sound ranges in style from rock, pop and R&B to jazz, funk and hip-hop.

FANTAZZMO courageously explores every angle of songwriting and instrumental ability. Bedolla embraces psychedelic rock and funk in a unique way, with lyrics about lust and love. Climb aboard this musical rollercoaster of fun. www.myspace.com/fantazzmo THE GREEN VIEW is an original rock and roll band full of old soul and new songs. Their EP, ASSIMILATION, is a revitalization of true American rock and roll music. Their lyrics are poetic and heartfelt; their music is powerful and dynamic. The songs not only make you move, but make you think. Whether they’re ballads on the plight of nursing home Kentuckians, cries of social change and spiritual awareness, or classic rock and roll anthems, this self-produced first album gives just a little taste of this

band’s potential. It has both male and female lead singers and an eclectic mixture of songs crossing genres. www.reverbnation.com/thegreenview LINWOOD is a Mississippi Delta based rock band with with guitarists Bo Lindsey and Scott Coopwood, and musical support from Barry Bays (bass), and Rick Shelton (drums). Their music is raw, honest, and powerful, and music trends are not important to them. “We write what’s in hearts and what we really feel, “ says Lindsey. “Our songs are timeless and we hope that if you listen to them now, a year from now, or ten years from now, that they will still be relevant”. Listen for yourself on their CD JUST SECONDS B E F O R E . www.waxsawrecords.com

metal/punk New Jersey/New York’s ILL NIÑO‘s release, DEAD NEW WORLD, showcases their Latin roots which run bloody and deep. Their original and refreshing sound covers the gamut of musical influences, including melodic vocals, bilingual lyrics, flamenco guitars, tribal drums, Latin percussion, and salsa-infused bass lines, all while providing a pummeling dose of modern hard rock and metal. Ill Niño formed in late 1999 and became the epitome of Latin metal in 2001 with their monster debut album, Revolution, Revolucion. www.victoryrecords.com SADPLANT is a punk band from Connecticut with seven full length self-released CDs under their belt. Their music is influenced by bands such as Motorhead, The Ramones, and The Misfits. The trio creates blistering frenetic music, with firery and furious guitar work accompanied by unforgiving drums. The consists of Benny Social on guitar, Amy Wappel and Gabe Fonseca on drums. Their album, THE FUN is well paced, and definitely www.ourstage.com/epk/sadplant

NEW AGE Irish musician JOSH JOHNSTON likes to play piano at night in the dark. Much of the material on his new solo piano album, THE SHAPE OF THINGS, was either recorded with the lights out, or experimented with earlier sans light-

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grand piano in the sanctuary of St. Peter’s Church of Ireland in the country town of Drogheda. Although the CD resembles a live recording, there was no audience except his recording engineer Brian Masterson. During the tenhour session, Johnston played each tune once or twice, and later there was no overdubbing, editing or combining of takes. As evening came on, he had the lights turned off for the last half of the session. Every melody on The Shape of Things was composed in advance, but during the recording session Johnston improvised on each tune. This solo piano will have appeal with the new age and neo-classical music fans. www.joshjohnston.com MIHO: JOURNEY TO THE MOUNTAIN was recorded in Japan’s Miho Museum (designed by I.M. Pei) by the PAUL WINTER CONSORT. Intertwining with taiko drums, bansuri flute, sarangi fiddle and Paul Winter’s clear sax are the birdcalls, waterfalls, and bells of the Miho. All serve to form a shifting, meditative image of paradise found and reflected in the glass and steel of a great architect, in the warp and clay of ancient artisans. Winter refers to his work as “Earth Music”, celebrating the cultures and creatures of the whole earth. wwwpaulwinter.com Take a journey into the healing sounds of GAIA with MICHAEL BRANT DEMARIA, Pd.D. This album is based on his 25 years of research into the world of sound healing. Ideal for massage, yoga, meditation or anytime the world has become too much and you need to flow again. The Gaia Hypothesis is earth as a living being, with all cultures interconnected and related. Gaia takes the listener on a sonic world tour into the soul of our planet. Native American flutes are used in non-traditional ways, and DeMaria’s mix of piano, keyboards, synthesizers, and world percussion fill out the musical experience. www.michaeldemaria.com If you’re searching for peace and tranquility, you can find it on ROBERT LINTON’s release, THROUGHOUT THE AUTUMN LIGHT. Playing finger-style nylon-string guitar, Robert is accompanied by guest artists Jeff Oster on Flugelhorn, Jeff Pearce on EBow Guitar, Stephen Katz on Cello, Tracy Silverman on Violin, and Jill Haley on English Horn.

Robert’s lush guitar is still the forefront of the ensemble.

Together they take the listener on a reflective and gentle voyage that culminates in a place of deep

relaxation and contemplation. www.robertlinton.com

WORLD JIENAT’s release, MIRA, was recorded on a Finnish island in an old parish hall, putting age-old sounds in a cutting-edge frame.

Drawing on everything from Sámi (Laplander) joiking (a form of chantlike singing from an indigenous people in Scandinavia) and Finnish-style musical saw to Afro-Uruguayan rhythms and Argentine vendors’ cries, the band’s influences are obvious: West Africa, Sámi culture, Bahia. Norwegian multi-instrumentalist and recording engineer Andreas Fliflet is behind Jienat. Mira conveys Fliflet’s wry love for his Arctic home, for its crazy weather, white nights, rusty Russian trawlers, and herds of errant reindeer. Fliflet muses, “While the recording technique is cutting edge, there is really nothing essential in the music that could not have been done 5,000 years ago—or 5,000 years from now.” Mira includes an audio-only Blu-Ray disc as well as a standard CD/high-def SACD. www.jienat.com.

Piano-based folk singer SARA BANLEIGH’s album THE FOLK presents Sara’s riveting arrangements of traditional folk tunes, offering a rare and fascinating take on this age-old music. The album offers her interpretation of 5 traditional English, Scottish, and Irish folk songs, each of them several hundred years old. With intricate piano orchestration, compelling vocals, and a handful of other acoustic instruments, the EP offers a fresh and spellbinding journey through this ancient genre of music. www.sarabanleigh.com The maiden voyage of the “Cubist” band—an octet of artists playing music that grew in JERRY LEAKE’s studio CD— took place at Ryles Jazz Club to a sold out house. With a line-up of great international and local talent the music and energy was at its highest level. Now in his 30th year of a successful career in percussion, he is living the dream of realizing his music in the hands of some of the greatest musicians and improvisers of our time on JERRY LEAKE & CUBIST LIVE, his new world/rock fusion CD. African sounds flow into American jazz seamlessly. www.rhombuspublishing.com

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Tasty Food and Drinks!

Frugal Foodies: How to Save on Dining Out

by Andrea Woroch

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nough with the home-cooked meals. It’s time to get out of the house and let someone else prepare your food for a change.

In response to tight budgets, frugal advisers have recommended for some time now that we stay at home to save money. But such deprivation grows old fast, so maybe it’s time to consider these six tips to help you spread your dining wings without crash landing your budget.

1. FOURSQUARE DEALS Members check-in to various locations on their mobile phones using this service, but did you know you can also receive offers for freebies and discounts simply by letting FourSquare know where you are? Check out a recent segment on FOX & Friends for a “how to” on

using the app for restaurant savings.

2. TRACK DAILY DEALS Restaurants are one of the most common frequenters of daily deal offerings, so it pays to keep an eye out for vouchers that can greatly reduce the cost of dining at a new or favored eatery. Just make sure you read the small print and are aware of expiration dates and exclusions.

For example, most restaurant vouchers don’t include drinks.

3. GET HAPPY Eating early isn’t just for our elders.

Happy hour ad early bird deals have become more common as restaurants try to fill in slow-traffic

times. For example, Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill offers full-size appetizers for under $5 before 6 p.m., plus $3 drink specials.

4. SPLIT IT UP American restaurants usually overload our plates -- unless they’re into nuvo cuisine -- so there’s often enough food for two in a single order. You can cut your costs down to around $20 by simply sharing an appetizer, entree and dessert with a friend or date.

5. GIFT YOURSELF We tend to think of gift cards in terms of what we can offer others, but they’re actually very useful for individual purchases. Sites like GiftCardGranny.com let you purchase gift cards for several restaurants at a discounted rate, yielding immediate savings of up to 50 percent.

6. MATCHPIN If you live in one of nine major cities, you might download the free MatchPin app. Membership brings you offers, rewards, contests and announcements from a variety of local restaurants.

Andrea Woroch is a consumer and money-saving expert for Kinoli Inc.

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Una Notte di Vino e Fuoco ‘A Night of Wine & Fire’

Benefiting Returning Disabled Veterans At Mazzaro Italian Market

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he Abilities Foundation presents Una Notte di Vino e Fuoco, A Night of Wine & Fire — Italian-style, Thursday, October 20 to benefit job placement services for returning disabled veterans.

“This will be a confluence of extraordinary Italian wines, phenomenal glass art, and the best appetizers this side of Italy,” said Frank De Lucia, Abilities Foundation president and CEO. “There is no better epicenter for Vino e Fuoco than Mazzaro Italian Market.”

Patrons will stroll through an Italian wonderland and witness wine-glass blowing demonstrations by Zen Glass Studios (www.zenglass.com) and stunning glass art exhibits by Duncan McClellan and Murano’s Massimilano Schiavon.

They’ll enjoy Casa Vinicola Zonin Prosecco, Bellinis, and premium white and red wines from Veneto, Friuli, Sicilia, Puglia, Piemonte, and Toscana, and a gourmet station with homemade pasta, crème fresh, and caviar, passed appetizers, artisan cheese tasting station, and Risotto pudding station from Mazzaro’s Italian market.

Rounding out the evening will be a silent auction of Zonin wines, Zen Glass Studios ‘Make Your Own Wine Glass’ workshop, and Mazzaro’s gift baskets, live Italian music, and free valet parking from Courtesy Valet.

Una Notte de Vino e Fuoco will be held 7-9:30 pm at Mazzaro Italian Market, 2909 22nd Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33713. To purchase tickets online, visit www.abilitiesfoundation, or call 727-538-7370x234. Proceeds support job placement services for disabled veterans returning from service in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Baking To End Hunger Twice As Sweet In October

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uncan Hines is matching funds raised for Share Our Strength’s Great American Bake Sale through October.

Last year, nearly 3,200 individuals held bake sales nationwide raising more than $700,000 to benefit Share Our Strength’s Great American Bake Sale — funds the organization uses to connect children and their families with much needed hunger-relief resources. According to Share Our Strength, $1 can help connect a child facing hunger with up to 10 meals. This year bakers across the country have again been raising money, and the stakes just got a bit sweeter, thanks to corporate sponsor Duncan Hines.

For the month of October, Duncan Hines is matching each dollar raised for the Great American Bake Sale, (up to $50,000 through October 31, 2011).

To get started, visit www.GreatAmericanBakeSale.org\signup. The site offers a full bake sale resource center online and provides ideas for themed sales, ways to promote the sale, as well as ways of connecting individuals to a community of like-minded bakers. www.AccentOnTampaBay.com

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ucked behind Disney World’s very grand Grand Floridian Resort is a restaurant that may go unnoticed — but definitely shouldn’t — with the somewhat odd name of Narcoossee’s. The name may be quirky (Creek Indian for “Little Bear”) but the food certainly isn’t. In fact, Narcoossee’s is a Disney gem.

Roasted Beet Salad

Story and photos by Melissa Wolcott Martino

The location of the restaurant and it’s expansive windows affords guests a spectacular view of the Seven Seas Lagoon, the Magic Kingdom beyond, and, of course, the nighttime fireworks show. Also in the mix is the nostalgic electrical water parade that makes its circuit around the Magic Kingdom resorts. Kids (and grownups too) will really enjoy seeing the colorfully lighted creatures from under the sea.

Comfortable and open, Narcoossee’s is a breath of fresh air, and welcoming to couples and families alike. Chef Joe Wilson has crafted a menu that is heavy on seafood, but also plenty of wonderful choices for the landlubber.

Our party began our dining journey with tasty appetizers of Jumbo Lump Crab Cake with Grilled Zellwood Corn Relish and Ancho Chili Sauce, a Lobster Spring Roll, and Prince Edward Island Mussels, paired deliciously with a South African Wild Yeast Chardonnay with a slight pineapple flavor.

The salad course proved to be sublime — Roasted Beets with chervil, Frisee, Goat Cheese, Candied Pecans, and an Orange-Homey Vinaigrette, and served with another South African wine — a Rudera ‘Robusto’ Chenin Blanc, Stellenbosch, which was crisp and spicy.

For entrees, we chose varied items, all of which were met with great enthusiasm. The Grilled Filet Mignon was

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Our waiter, Chris with some beautifully presented, and tasty dishes An amazing Crispy Whole Snapper

melt-in-your-mouth tender and flavorful, and served with Potato Gratin, Baby Vegetables and Bernaise Sauce. A table favorite proved to be the Togarashi-spiced Blue Fin tuna and Jumbo Prawn, served with Sticky Rice, Tobiko, Wakame, Soy-Citrus Sauce and Wasabi Cream. The lobster lovers loved the Steamed Whole Maine Lobster served with Baked Sherry-cheddar Orecchiette Pasta and Delta Asparagus. The artful presentation of the Crispy Whole Snapper with Basmati Rice, Charred Green Beans and Soy-Lime Vinaigrette drew a collective delighted gasp from the whole table. Narcoossee’s waiters always have great suggestions for wine pairings, and no one was disappointed with their choice.

Lobster Spring Roll, Prince Edward Island Mussels, and Jumbo Lump Crab Cake

When it comes to dessert, you MUST have what may be the best cheesecake I can remember ever eating — the Almond-crusted Cheesecake, finished with Lambert Cherry Sauce — amazing.

However, also leave room for Narcoossee’s

Steamed Whole Maine Lobster

Grilled Filet Mignon with Potato Gratin and Baby Vegetables

Togarashi-Spiced Blue Fin Tuna and Jumbo Prawn

phenomenal Artisanal Cheese Selection (or choose it as an appetizer.) The chef carefully selects and presents cheeses with an intriguing flow of flavor (mild to bold), texture, shape and aroma. Beginning with a Pleasant Ridge Reserve (unpasteurized Wisconsin cow’s milk cheese), on to Humbolt Fog (soft, surfaced ripened cheese from pasteurized goat’s milk) and finishing off with a Roaring Forties Blue Cheese (from an island off Tasmania.) Paired with a delightful wine, you just may remember the Artisanal Cheese Selection as one of the highlights of a dining evening that was already filled with memorable tastes.

Narcoossee’s hours are 5:30-10:00 pm, and reservations are required. Price level is $36-$60 per person. (407) WDW-DINE or www.disneyworld.disney.go.com/reservations/dining

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Narcoossee’s talented chef, Joe Wilson

“Lemonade” (Vodka and Pink Lemonade)

Almond Crusted Cheesecake with Lambert Cherry Sauce, and Key Lime Creme Brulee

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Who would want my old object? That’s where human nature gets in the way. It’s this attitude that loses you money, big money.

People call my office or email me and ask this question over and over again: “I have a (insert any antique object here), does it have any value?” My answer is always that everything has value. And even your object has value! have to laugh when a so called “expert” (also known as some people who write a story or a blog about the antiques market after interviewing three people who hosted yard sales) writes a column or posts an online blog and lists which items are “hot” right now. They rarely get it right.

That is yet another misguided attempt to compile that single, comprehensive list of what is worth keeping. In short, those lists are bogus.

First of all, most people know what is valuable to them.

But, most people don’t know what’s valuable to other people. For instance, if someone is trying to get rid of an old pool table that has become obsolete, they have a hard time realizing that someone else would want that pool table. Once you have no use for an object, you figure no one else has use for it either. That’s why people ask me,

The real questions are how much value does it have? How does that dollar value relate to you? For instance, some of the richest people in the world like Warren Buffett, Bill Gates, and Oprah Winfrey probably wouldn’t think that a couple of aging Barbie dolls worth $150 each are valuable.

If you are not Mr. Gates and are, instead, an unemployed lion tamer who found these dolls in their original boxes in your neighbor’s trash, it would probably be more valuable to you. Do you get it? Value is relative. Some people will bother going after $150 by selling those valuable Barbies and other people won’t.

Experts know that the collectibles market is not about trends, it’s about quality objects and historical or cultural interest. If you are banking on making money on a trend, you are dealing in the collectibles market in the same way a gambler would play the roulette table. Trends are a crap shoot, a lottery ticket, a slim chance at a big win. Trends are those flash in the pan items that never hold their value very long like the Pet Rock, or Beanie Babies. Those items had some interest at one time, made some money for the manufacturers and the marketers, but they say nothing about culture, history, or what’s of interest to contemporary society. The objects that relate to history are those with real value and have staying power in the marketplace.

When it comes to collecting, you want to acquire objects that say something about our society at large, the historical period in which it was made, or a technological innovation.

Assessing valuables and smart collecting is not about fads, it’s about knowing the facts.

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ued at $2,000 to $4,000 depending on many factors. The Soyer lithograph, depending on condition and subject matter, commands as much as $5,000.

3. Mother is cleaning out grandma’s home in order to sell it. Grandma has moved to a healthcare facility and needs as much money as possible from liquidating her belongings. Mother asks her only son whether she should trash grandma’s costume jewelry or try to sell it online. Her son does some internet research but o you have the chore of cleaning out grandma’s house?

Are you downsizing and cannot fit everything into your new place? Hosting a yard sale and separating sale items from trash? My popular quiz game, “Dumpster or No Dumpster” will help you determine what to do with your art, antiques, and collectibles.

I evaluate approximately 20,000 objects every year at public events and in private homes like yours. My job is to research the market and provide accurate appraisals based on actual sales records where somebody paid cash, wrote a check, or swiped a credit card for an item. I’ll help you make informed decisions about buying, selling, insuring, donating, handing down or disposing of family heirlooms. Test your knowledge with the “Dumpster or No Dumpster” quiz.

1. You want to know if it is worth the time and energy to move your grandma’s old Victorian settee and matching parlor chair out of the attic and onto the front lawn in order to sell it at your yard sale. Do you move it or continue to store it?

A. Move it and sell it at the yard sale B. Keep storing it in the attic C. None of the above Answer: C. A yard sale is a very poor market to sell antique and vintage furniture. Typically, you will get less than 10% of the object’s actual value by selling it this way. And, if you store it, the attic is one of the worst places to store antiques as temperature and humidity changes significantly and can impact the condition and value of the antiques.

2. You are downsizing and have to decide whether to keep grandma’s collection of 10 hand-painted and glazed earthenware Hummel figurines or a original lithographic print by American realist artist, Moses Soyer from the early decades of the 1900s. Which makes it to the dumpster?

A. The Hummel figurines B. The Soyer lithograph Answer: A. Based solely on monetary value, keep the original work of art by Moses Soyer. Long term, the artwork will retain value and increase in value at a greater rate over time than the collectible figurines. But, the Hummel collection is not worth peanuts, mind you.

A typical 6 inch tall Hummel sculpture of a single figure in Sister Hummel’s characteristic style resells for $200 to $400. For a collection of ten Hummels, they would be val-

Miriam Haskell seed pearl pin and other pieces of costume jewelry have real value.

comes up empty, finding many different opinions about the value and collectability of costume jewelry.

Should you trash the Trifari, Weiss, Coro, Maravella, Haskell, and Lane pieces of costume jewelry?

A. Yes. Only the real jewelry (14 karat gold, sterling silver) is worth keeping.

B. No. It has value with collectors.

Answer: B. Costume jewelry is a very profitable collectible category in the vintage jewelry market. Sky high prices are paid for jelly belly brooches, faux black diamond necklaces, Miriam Haskell seed pearl pins, and Austrian crystal bracelets, etc. Costume jewelry is often bought and sold for big bucks.

If you don’t know what to trash and what to cherish, you stand to lose a lot of money.

Celebrity Ph.D. antiques appraiser, author, and award-winning TV personality, Dr. Lori presents antique appraisal events nationwide. As seen on NBC’s The Tonight Show and Comedy Central’s The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, watch Dr. Lori nationally on Lifetime Television. Visit http:// www.DrLoriV.com, http://www.Facebook.com/DoctorLori, or call (888) 431-1010.

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STORY AND SYMBOL: Dutch And Flemish Paintings From The Collection Of Dr. Gordon And Adele Gilbert Thru Dec 4 The more than 30 paintings in this exhibition are striking, but they are also rich in the history of sixteenth and seventeenth-century northern Europe. The works encompass biblical stories, mythological subjects, stunning portraits, scenes from everyday life, seascapes and landscapes, and still lifes.

The Gilberts, who have developed this exceptional collection over more than 30 years, were attracted to these paintings in part because so many explore biblical stories.

These marvelous paintings also reveal cultures ascending, becoming more literate and interested in the arts, trying to establish a new Eden.

A number of the works celebrate the common pleasures of life—eating and drinking, sensuality, even the sheer beauty of objects. A warning, however, usually arises, telling us that these delights are transitory, just like life itself.

Many important artists are represented. They include Abraham Bloemaert, Paulus Potter, Michiel Jansz.van Mierevelt, Leonaert Bramer, Frans Francken the Younger, Frans Hals, Jan van Goyen, Jan Davidsz. de Heem (a brilliant Still Life with a Silver Pitcher), Melchior d’Hondecoeter, Karel van Mander, Aert van der Neer, Jan Steen, and Hendrick Cornelisz. van Vliet.

THE NEW YORK SCHOOL: Selections from The Gollay Collection - thru November 27 This exhibition presents approximately 35 paintings, sculptures, and works on paper from the fascinating collection of Benjamin Gollay. Works by Robert Motherwell and Willem de Kooning are standouts. De Kooning’s Woman is inscribed “To Ben and Jean from Bill.” Among the other artists represented are Norman Bluhm, Robert de Niro Sr. (the Oscar-winning actor’s father), Michael Goldberg, and Milton Resnick.

FOUR PORTFOLIOS OF THE TWENTIETH-CENTURY: ARCHIPENKO, GROPPER, EVANS, AND DOISNEAU Thru Nov 13 Archipenko’s Sixteen Lithographs, known as the Wasmuth portfolio (1921), is an outstanding early body of work. Commissioned by the noted publisher Ernst Wasmuth of Berlin, the prints were created soon after the modernist sculptor departed from the Paris art world and broke with the Cubists.

Gropper’s portfolio of color lithographs, the Watergate

Suite (1973), is being shown for the first time. Gropper was a social realist whose art came of age during the Great Depression. Here he addresses the congressional hearings on the Watergate scandal, which led to Richard Nixon’s resignation.

Doisneau’s photographs capture Paris and its environs from 1944-1972. They reveal his love for the city, as well as his abundant sense of humor and humanity. Doisneau’s photographs have been instrumental in creating the vision of Paris in the popular imagination.

Evans’s posthumously published portfolio contains some of his earliest photographs, including signature photographs of the South, created under the auspices of the Works Progress Administration (WPA) during the 1930s, as well as works from the late stage of his career.

These diverse portfolios encourage us to explore the past century through documentary and street photography, modernist experimentation, and political imagery and commentary.

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THE HILLSBOROUGH RIVER: FROM THE GREEN SWAMP TO THE BAY: Works by Karen Glaser - thru Oct 16 In 2010, the City of Tampa selected Karen Glaser as its Photographer Laureate. Glaser’s project was to pay tribute

to the diversity and complexity of the Hillsborough River.

Since the 1990s, Glaser has chronicled the ecosystems and in particular its freshwater springs, rivers, and swamps of Florida. According to the artist, “the State of Florida has a truly interesting history and a remarkable cultural and natural heritage. It is home to some of the most unique natural areas in the world, and the tie that binds all in this most diverse state is water.” For Glaser in the current works, “the paradoxical scenery of the Hillsborough River — as I traveled through time both culturally and naturally from the swamp through the city — was irresistibly compelling. I allowed the work to bend and flow, in whatever direction the experience took me all the while creating work that reflected the life and character of Tampa in a very special way.”

WORLDS APART: MYTH & HISTORY, GODS & MORTALS, HEROES & HYBRIDS - thru Nov 20 Worlds Apart explores the many intersecting spheres of the world of classical antiquity, in particular those of myth and history, gods and mortals, heroes and hybrids. For rather than a single, discrete time and place, classical antiquity might be better described as a series of diverse and intersecting spheres—worlds apart from our own but also from one another. During the period covered in this exhibition, from about 2500 B.C. to A.D. 500, the vast areas of the Mediterranean Sea and surrounding lands were believed to have witnessed countless episodes, some verified by archaeology and historic accounts, others now considered wholly legendary.

In this exhibition, objects have been grouped so as to accentuate both similarities and differences between myth and history, gods and mortals, heroes and hybrids.

REALISM: SELECTIONS FROM THE MARTIN Z. MARGULIES COLLECTION - Nov 20 - Dec 31 In the second exhibition drawn upon the partnership between the Tampa Museum of Art and the Martin Z. Margulies Collection in Miami, Realism provides a compelling view of the realist tendencies in the visual arts of the last 30 years. Juxtaposing stellar examples of the PhotoRealist movement in painting with a selection of sculptural installations by leading contemporary artists who push the boundaries of what constitutes realism in our highly charged environment, the exhibition includes artists such as William Beckman, Davis Cone, Leandro Erlich, Tony Oursler, and William Ryman.

For more information, visit www.tampamuseum.org

Voices in the Forest with Candace Knapp thru Oct 22 In “Voices in the Forest” , Candace Knapp has made a path to guide us through a “Forest” of wood sculptures growing from the floor, reaching to the sky, turning in the breeze and floating overhead.

In this “Forest” it is natural to imagine “Voices”, living creatures emerging in the shapes and forms of the wood. Lively characters interact with one another causing the mind to wander and the heart to relax.

For more information, call 727-821-7391 or visit www.floridacraftsmen.net

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SIDESHOW - thru Oct 16

Daniel Mrgan, Kreg Yingst, Bryan Cunningham, Amy ‘BannerQueen’ Johnquest, Lori Ballard and others—present fresh interpretations of the SideShow.

UNDER THE BIG TOP - thru Oct 16

Just returned from a summer long tour of the workshops of DFAC’s Sizzlin’ Summer Art Camp, and set to dazzle your senses and inspire your awe, are the works of the youngest and fairest of artists along with the new incarnation of the David L. Mason Children’s ART Museum.

BELIEVE IT OR NOT? - thru Dec 23

This international exhibition features contemporary artists whose works — in image, methods or materials — are simply unbelievable! Artists, representing a range of media, include: Carrie Ann Baade, Jason deCaires Taylor, Cynthia Holmes, Jennifer Lederhouse, Jennifer Maestre, Carol Prusa, Brian Ransom and collaborative artists, Comenius Roethlisberger & Ado Jahic.

The Dunedin Fine Art Center is located at 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin, FL; 727-298-DFAC; www.dfac.org

FLORIDA MUSEUM of PHOTOGRAPHIC ARTS LIFE AND DEATH BY DUANE MICHALS - thru Nov 6 The Florida Museum of Photographic Arts is dedicated to presenting the highest quality photography. This includes works by contemporary photographic artists who push the envelope in today’s art world - or who are already considered part of the artistic canon.

In this spirit, they are exhibiting the works of Duane Michals.He is well respected in the art world, his work being collected by major art museums in the United States and Europe.

Just as painters in mid-20th century used the physical peculiarities of their medium (paint, brushes, canvas) to pioneer new ideas, Ansel Adams used the peculiarities of the camera and photography: the perfectly framed scene; the decisive moment to click the shutter; the correct exposure, the single, impeccable image.

But Michals tossed those traditions, reaching out (as a later generation of artists did) to incorporate techniques outside traditional photography.

He breached the connection between still photography and movies with his staged sequential shots. He also added the written word to his works declaring, “I write in order to express what the photo itself cannot say.”

Michals is a man who broke the rules to create his own game.

The exhibition will also include his photographic portraits of such celebrities as Robert Duval, Tennessee Williams and Andy Warhol.

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late Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), showcase the skill of artists who chiseled exquisite creations from this hard stone.

Ongoing Exhibition 20TH CENTURY ABSTRACT ART FROM THE RINGLING COLLECTION - Composed entirely of the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art’s permanent collection, the gallery installation 20th Century Abstraction provides a glimpse at this watershed moment in the history of Western art. Pieces by artists such as Vassily Kandinsky, Arthur Dove, Franz Kline, Jules Olitski, Louise Nevelson,

CROSSCURRENTS OF DESIGN: ASIAN EXPORT CERAMICS - Thru Oct 30 - This exhibition presents ceramics produced in Vietnam, Thailand, China and Japan for export during the 15th through 20th centuries. Including recent gifts to the Museum, it features ceramics that

express the complexities and exchanges, at first regional and later global, that characterized the early modern world.

Alexander Calder, Yves Tanguy and Frank Stella among others will be on view inviting visitors to explore this modernist touchstone.

THE ART OF JADE - Thru Oct 30

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The Art of Jade presents objects steeped in the symbolism and traditions of China, visible in the shapes of its objects.

Jade, considered in uniquely Chinese stone, has been used as weapons and tools, and has also been treasured for its ornamental value. The objects in this collection, fashioned chiefly during the

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ARTISTS OF ADVERTISING - Thru Jan 16 - The artistry of the lithographic printing firms of the 19th and 20th centuries is often overlooked in part due to the ephemeral nature of their works and also because they were printing large volumes for commercial sales. Nevertheless, the show lithographs printed between 1880 and 1925 demonstrate the high quality of design, rendering and color application that now makes these commercial prints highly desired collectibles.

THE AMAZING AMERICAN CIRCUS POSTER: THE STROBRIDGE LITHOGRAPHING COMPANY 1878-1939 - Thru Jan 29 The Cincinnati-based Strobridge Lithography Company was one of the country’s leading printers for circuses.

Its posters were unrivaled in their artistry and provide us with a detailed portrait of the American circus in its Golden Age, when it was unrivaled as the premier entertainment institution in the country.

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ORLANDO HAPPENINGS HARRY’S BIG ADVENTURE AT ORLANDO SCIENCE CENTER - Thru Jan 1 Take a trip with Harry the Praying Mantis on a tour of his Bug World. Developed by the Audubon Nature Institute, the exhibit features nine interactive habitats with nearly 20 hands on exhibits and live insects displayed in their natural surroundings.

The exhibit is a multisensory experience that immerses visitors in the world of bugs and combines high technology with creepy crawly fun. Featuring live bugs, video, audio, games, and more Harry’s Big Adventure is designed to give spectators an up-close view of nature and a new perspective of the role insects play in our environment. www.osc.org; 407-514-2000.

experts in remodeling, building, decorating and landscaping; instructional how-to seminars; giveaways; and new product exhibits. www.orlandohomeshow.com; 407-6859800 38TH ANNUAL WINTER PARK AUTUMN ART FESTIVAL - Oct 8 – 9 More than 40,000 people attend this free juried art show held in Central Park that features work by outstanding Florida artists. The event also includes live entertainment and food provided by local restaurants. Children’s art workshops are offered. Admission: Free. www.winterpark.org/autumnartfestival; 407-644-8281 WORLD SKI FLY TOUR MAKES FINAL JUMP IN FLORIDA - Oct 8 Extreme water ski athletes from around the world will compete in this year’s World Ski Fly Tour event finale, the Rocketman Night Jump, at Fluid Ski & Sports located on Lake Grew across from Florida’s USA Water Ski Hall of Fame in Winter Haven on Oct. 8.

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“DARKER SHADES OF RED: SOVIET PROPAGANDA FROM THE COLD WAR” at the Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens thru Jan 8 The collection provides a rare opportunity to revisit the Cold War period through the exploration of the Soviet Union’s official imagery. www.polasek.org; 407-647-6294 FIFTH ANNUAL OKTOBERFEST at Celebration - Oct 7-8 Celebration Town Center presents the fifth annual Oktoberfest with falling leaves. The two-day event also features live music, hayrides, pumpkin painting and more. Leaves fall daily at 7 p.m., 8 p.m. and 9 p.m.

Admission is free. www.celebrationtowncenter.com; 407566-4007.

ORLANDO HOME SHOW - Oct 7 – 9 Held at the Orange County Convention Center, the Orlando Home Show is Central Florida’s leading and largest consumer showcase of new products and services for home remodeling and interior décor. The show features

Water ski flying is an extreme sport that propels professional athletes upwards of 240 feet in the air in 90-inch long water skis over 6-foot tall ramps. Many reach speeds up to 70 miles-per-hour with the extremeness of the sport intensified by taking place at night using only the glow of floodlights to guide the skiers. More than half of the top 15 ranked water ski flyers in the world call Florida their home.

The Rocketman Night Jump is an all-day, free event that will include musical entertainment and a bikini contest for cash prizes. Tickets to the VIP Pavilion will be available and include prime seating and up-close interaction with top water ski professionals. www.worldskiflytour.com.

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hey say, “To wait for luck is the same as waiting for death.”

Are you waiting for Luck? You seek her… hoping she’ll be on your side. She appears…an enchanting seductress…and you decide to take a chance.

Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights returns as the nation’s most intense Halloween event. Guests will confront extreme Halloween entertainment. This year, they will scream as they become prey to fiendish creatures, panic as they come face-to-face with a horrifying “thing,” feel chills as they are haunted by deceased souls – and watch in paralyzing fear as Lady Luck transforms from a tempting seductress to a bloodthirsty beast.

Lady Luck is the force behind this year’s event, and she awaits those brave enough to challenge her and take a chance.

Her main weapon is choice, and her desire is for you to make yours. But no matter what you decide, you can’t escape the terror she has in store at Halloween Horror Nights 21. Visit 8 Haunted Houses, six Scarezones, two live shows with Bill & Ted’s Excellent Halloween Adventure and Death Drums.

Halloween Horror Nights runs October 1-2, 6-9, 13-16, 19-23 and 26-31. Due to the event’s popularity, tickets for weekend nights are expected to sell out and should be purchased well in advance. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.halloweenhorrornights.com/orlando.

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eaWorld Orlando presents Halloween Spooktacular on select nights throughout October. The family-friendly, 10-day event will feature trick-or-treating, party zones, fun shows and the park’s most popular rides.

Create family memories during SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular, the ultimate family-friendly event featuring an ocean of Halloween fun where children can trick-or-treat, dance with whimsical sea creatures, catch silly and spooky shows and create sea-themed arts and crafts.

SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular takes place every weekend in October: 12, 8-9, 15-16, 22-23, and 28-30. This daytime event runs from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., leaving the littlest of trick-ortreaters wide-eyed for the fun-filled activities. Families will also have the option to partake in spooky slumber party nights during the last two weekends of October, which include pizza and breakfast. Guests will be surrounded by exotic fish, rays and sea dragons as they spend the night inside the floor-to-ceiling aquariums at Manta. www.Seaworldorlando.com; 888-8005447. www.AccentOnTampaBay.com

ORLANDO HAPPENINGS MT DORA 37TH ANNUAL BICYCLE FESTIVAL - Oct 1416 Attracting 1000 cyclists, this is Florida’s oldest and largest bicycling event. With rides of varying lengths skill levels, cyclists of all ages come and see why Lake County is recognized as one of the best places in the world to ride (Bicycling Magazine, March 1998). Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce 352-383-2165. www.mountdora.com

HARRIETT’S PARK AVENUE FASHION WEEK - Oct 9 – 15 Harriett’s Annual Park Avenue Fashion Week held in Downtown Winter Park’s West Meadow. The area is transformed into a fashion paradise, with a 16,000 square foot air-conditioned tent with a full runway and an exclusive VIP Area. Features dozens of trunk shows and VIP events, Designer meet and greets, Special HPAFW sales, discounts, and more. Many events feature cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and music. The event culminates with one magnificent fashion show featuring various local designers, boutiques and retailers. For tickets and info www.parkavenuefashionweek.com; 843-478-0396.

JAZZ ‘N BLUES STROLL - Oct 15 Guests enjoy a leisurely evening of live jazz music in a beautiful garden setting at Harry P. Leu Gardens in Orlando. With lawn seating only, visitors can bring their own dinner picnic basket or purchase beverages and pastries onsite. For tickets and info www.leugardens.org; 407246-2620 ORLANDO FILM FESTIVAL - Oct. 19 – 23 The 6th annual Orlando Film Festival features events in and around the heart of Orlando, where patrons enjoy

GAY PRIDE FESTIVAL AND PARADE - Oct 11 A signature event of the Metropolitan Business Association, “Come Out With Pride” is Central Florida’s largest gay pride festival and parade. The festivities are held in downtown Orlando’s Lake Eola Park, complete with entertainment and long parade route. Admission: Free. www.mbaorlando.org; 407-610-7412.

BIKETOBERFEST - Oct 13 – 16 Biketoberfest in Daytona Beach is a rousing, fun-filled weekend that attracts more than 125,000 motorcycle enthusiasts from near and far. Activities include rides, concerts, food and much more. Admission: Free. www.biketoberfest.org; 386-255-0415.

great films in exciting venues while experiencing Orlando’s downtown lifestyle. The festival seeks to inspire student, future and current filmmakers in the art of filmmaking and to enhance the movie viewing experience. Admission: Free. www.orlandofilmfest.com

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he annual Southern Women’s Show, attracts thousands of local women each year for four jam-packed days of fashion shows, cooking demonstrations, beauty tips, health screenings, decorating ideas and personal growth opportunities — all tailored especially for women — as well as celebrity appearances.

This year, the show will be at the Orange Country Convention Center, North Concourse, Hall B, with more than 400 exhibits geared toward Orange County gals – from unique fashions to gourmet foods to gift ideas for $25 or less to makeovers to runway shows to cooking classes — making it the perfect one-stop shop for multitasking women.

The show will also feature popular Italian Chef Fabio Viviani from Bravo’s Top Chef, designer Suede from Project Runway, a huge crafters’ show within the show, a series of dynamic runway shows including the popular firefighter fashion show, makeovers and much more. Some show highlights include: Hot Chef in the House: Chef Fabio Viviani c h a r m e d audiences as a “cheftestant” on season 5 of Bravo’s Top Chef.

Balance Your Life Pavilion: This pavilion features products and seminars designed to inspire women who live each day as a balancing act.

CHA Craft Pavilion: Experts like Martha Pullen from Sew Beautiful and Wendy Russell from HGTV’s She’s Crafty will inspire and teach new techniques.

He’s Sew Suede: Suede was an immediate stand out on Season 5 of Project Runway.

It’s Getting Hot in Here: The popular Firefighter Fashion Show raises money for the causes dear to their hearts. .

Makeover Madness: Get pampered and try the latest colors and products.

The Crochet Dude: Drew Emborsky is the crochet expert on the hit show Knit & Crochet. www.southernwomenshows.com www.AccentOnTampaBay.com

or-treat stations and face painting.Visitors can take a haunted hayride, snag a fun photo in the pumpkin patch and learn about the myths and realities of some misunderstood animals. www.centralfloridazoo.org; 407-323-4450

CENTRAL FLORIDA VEG FEST 2011 - Oct. 22 This annual festival, held at Loch Haven Park from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., offers educational exhibits and events about vegetarian cuisine and lifestyle. Exhibits will feature new products and ideas from over 250 vendors and contributors as well as a wide variety of food preparation demos. Veg Fest is a family-friendly, dog-friendly and smoke-free event.

Admission: Free. www.cfvegfest.org; 321-331-1859 27th ANNUAL MOUNT DORA CRAFT FAIR - Oct. 22 – 23 This nationally ranked, juried event continues to attract more than 250,000 visitors and more than 350 of the best crafters in the country. The event will be held in the down-

town streets of Mount Dora from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Admission: Free. www.mountdora.com/festivals.php; 352735-1191 ZOO BOO BASH - Oct. 22, 23, 29 & 30 Trick-or-treat in the wildest neighborhood in town at the Central Florida Zoo.This fun and not-too-scary event is for young and old alike. Children can wear costumes for trick-

FESTIVAL CALLE ORANGE - Oct. 23 Central Florida’s largest Hispanic festival brings together people of many nationalities, religions and backgrounds to enjoy food, music and dancing in the streets of downtown Orlando. www.renesproductions.com; 407-381-5310

DISCOVERY DAY: WEATHER FOLKLORE AT ORANGE COUNTY HISTORY CENTER - Oct 28 It wasn’t easy for early Americans to predict the weather.

Learn to make your own prediction using the same clues settlers used and discover how they survived thunderstorms, hurricanes, cold weather, and extreme heat.

Grades K-5. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Early drop-off starts at 7:30 a.m., and extended day until 6 p.m. is available for a fee.

Call (407) 836-8580 to register. www.thehistorycenter.org TRICK OR TREAT SAFE ZONE AT THE ORANGE COUNTY HISTORY CENTER - Oct 29 Bring your children to the History Center for a safe, fun trick or treat adventure. Young ghouls and goblins enjoy three floors of trick or treating along with creepy crafts, candy, and a not-so-scary maze. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Ages 12 and under welcome, must be accompanied by an adult. Call (407) 836-8580 for information. www.thehistorycenter.org ORANGE COUNTY WEEK OF THE FAMILY 2011 AT THE ORANGE COUNTY HISTORY CENTER - Oct 30 As part of Orange County Week of the Family, the History Center invites families to explore the museum’s four floors of smart, surprising family fun on Sunday, October 30. Children ages 4 and under free. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 407-836-8500; www.thehistorycenter.org.

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‘TRADITION/INNOVATION’ AND ‘PAINTED POETRY’ EXHIBITIONS

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pening simultaneously on Saturday, Oct. 1, are “Tradition/Innovation: American Masterpieces of Southern Craft and Traditional Art” and “Painted Poetry: The Landscapes of Jackie Schindehette” at the Appleton Museum of Art, College of Central Florida.

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personnel and their immediate families.

A project of South Arts and funded in party by the National Endowment for the Arts, “Tradition/Innovation” features the works of 30 master craftspeople and traditional artists from the South from Oct. 1 through Nov. 6. Works on display include a Mardi Gras Indian Chief Suit, contemporary glass art, handmade baskets, ceramics, quilts and books.

Appleton Curator of Exhibitions Ruth Grim said, “This exhibit examines the remarkable connections and differences between traditional art and contemporary craft as well as the stories and voices of living master artisans.”

Also opening on Oct. 1 and running through Nov. 20 is Jackie Schindehette’s “Painted Poetry.” As one of Central Florida’s well known landscape artists, Schindehette brings 35 of her finest paintings to the Appleton that capture Florida’s natural beauty in all seasons of the year.

In addition to the temporary exhibitions, guests are invited to view the Appleton’s permanent collection of European, American and Contemporary art, plus Asian, African, Islamic and preColumbian artifacts and antiquities. The Appleton Museum is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tues through Sat, noon to 5 p.m.

Sun and closed on Mon. A 12-month membership is available for $25 for seniors 55 and over, $30 for adults 18 and over, $40 for two seniors over age 55, $50 for a family of two adults and any children under age 18, and $15 for all college students and current or retired educators.

Owned and operated by College of Central Florida, the Appleton Museum of Art is located at 4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala.

352-291-4455; www.AppletonMuseum.org.

16TH EPCOT INTERNATIONAL FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL: A PASSPORT TO A WORLD OF FLAVORS

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xotic cocktails will pair like a tropical daydream with fresh new tastes from more than one island paradise at the 16th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival continuing through Nov. 13, at Walt Disney World Resort. The one-of-akind 45-day festival serves up international cuisine, culture and entertainment from six continents, with more than 25 international marketplaces featuring tapas-sized portions paired with beer, wine and inventive new cocktails.

Marketplace tasting menus offer variety and adventure for guests on a mission to tantalize their taste buds during a scenic stroll around the 40acre World Showcase Lagoon. The adventure can take them to the festival’s first Hawaii marketplace, which will cook up Kalua pork sliders and tuna poke with seaweed salad and lotus root chips to team with a refreshing Seven Tiki Mai Tai or a Kona Longboard or Pipeline beer. A new Caribbean Islands marketplace will serve ropa vieja with rice and jerkspiced chicken with mango salsa. A beverage menu featuring a frozen Dragon Berry Colada and frozen Rock Coconut Mojito is sure to conjure steel-drum fantasies.

With a swing across the Atlantic, guests will be transported to the new Portugal marketplace, where the Portugal Wine Bar will offer best sips to pair with calamari salad with olives and smoked paprika.

The Scandinavia marketplace will return after a hiatus with a fresh new Xante Sunshine cocktail made from Xante pear and cognac liquer. And the Canada marketplace will introduce a sweet treat: apple ice wine.

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• Three new tasting marketplaces -Hawaii, Caribbean Islands and Portugal -- plus new menu offerings at popular returning marketplaces • Celebrity chef appearances starring top culinarians like Jeff Henderson, Cat Cora, Alan Wong, Gale Gand, Suvir Saran, Jamie Deen, Rock Harper, Celina Tio, Robert Irvine, Andrew Zimmern, Buddy Valastro, Warren Brown, Art Smith, Keegan Gerhard and more.

• First-ever HGTV home entertaining seminars each Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

• The Cranberry Bog display by Craisins telling the story behind the venerable cranberry’s rich agricultural heritage.

• Daily wine seminars, bottle signings, author events and culinary demonstrations at the Festival Welcome Center.

• Eat to the Beat! concerts three times nightly at America Gardens Theatre.

Eat To The Beat shows are scheduled 5:15, 6:30 and 7:45 p.m. daily.

Sept. 30-Oct. 2: Taylor Dayne; Oct. 3-5: 38 Special; Oct. 6-7: Jon Secada; Oct. 8-9: Roger Hodgson (formerly of Supertramp); Oct. 10-12: Billy Ocean; Oct. 13-16: Starship starring Mickey Thomas; Oct. 17-19: Sugar Ray; Oct. 20-21: The Orchestra starring former members of ELO; Oct. 22-23: Howard Jones; Oct. 24-26: Boyz II Men; Oct. 27-28: Gin Blossoms; Oct. 29-30: Sister Hazel; Oct. 31-Nov. 1: Hanson; Nov. 2-3: The Pointer Sisters; Nov. 4-6: Night Ranger; Nov. 7-8: Air Supply; Nov. 910: Richard Marx; Nov. 11-13: Big Bad Voodoo Daddy.

NOT-SOMICKEY’S SCARY HALLOWEEN PARTY - The headless horseman romps down Main Street, U.S.A. aboard his steed, ghostly apparitions flit among the buildings of Magic Kingdom, Cinderella Castle is draped in eerie hues and the night sky is painted with bursts of orange and green fireworks during this popular after-hours Magic Kingdom party on 23 select autumn evenings between through Nov. 1. The special-ticket event features trick-ortreating throughout the park, “Happy HalloWishes” fireworks spectacular, “Mickey’s Boo-to-You Halloween Parade” – including Disney characters and the stars of the Haunted Mansion attraction – and the opportunity to experience popular attractions.Information about dates and tickets is available at www.disneyworld.com/halloween.

CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK HOSPITALS CLASSIC - OCT 20-23. There will be celebrities, Disney characters and a musical fanfare when the PGA TOUR “goes to Disney World” for the season-ending Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Classic. Retired Tampa Bay Bucs linebacker Derrick Brooks will be participating in the Classic during the first and second rounds. A field of 128 professionals will tee off in the quest for the $846,000 winner’s check.

After two rounds, the field will be trimmed to the low 70 scores for the weekend rounds. More information: childrensmiraclenetworkclassic.com.

NEW ‘UNTAMED’ DINING ADVENTURE TRANSPORTS DISNEY GUESTS TO AFRICA - An all-new dining experience hosted by a Disney animal specialist is available at Sanaa at Kidani Village, located in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge at Walt Disney World Resort. Over lunch, an animal expert reveals facts and myths about wildlife as guests immerse themselves in the culture and flavors of

Africa. Sanaa’s windows frame grazing zebra and giraffes, Ankole Cattle and White-Bearded Wildebeest. The experience accommodates up to 12 guests, offering an intimate, fun insider’s view, with plenty of time for questions.

Adding flavor to the experience: a four-course, Africaninspired lunch made in Sanaa’s tandoor ovens. It boasts many delicacies, such as warm naan bread, savory dips, slow-cooked meats, unusual sweets and more. After dessert, diners venture to a savanna lookout, to observe and learn more about the exotic animals grazing the landscape.

The Animal Specialist experience takes place every Wednesday from 11:30 a.m.-1:15 p.m. Reservations are available at disneyworld.com/dining or by calling 407WDW-DINE up to 180 days prior to the experience.

STAR TOURS – STAR WARS THRILLS IN 3-D AT DISNEY’S HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS - Based on the Star Wars films, The new 3-D attraction Star Tour takes guests to multiple Star Wars destinations where they interact with characters from throughout the Saga. And it’s all in 3-D. With an eye-popping digital presentation leveraging Dolby 3-D to deliver a vivid and realistic experience, a dramatic musical score and motion simulator-based technology,

guests are immersed in the Star Wars galaxy like never before on a theme park attraction. And in a new twist, guests may be able to enjoy the attraction multiple times without ever experiencing the same adventure. More than 50 story combinations are possible for guests to experience aboard Star Tours. And all of the storyline’s twists and turns will be random, affording guests the chance to ride the attraction multiple times. Whether it’s a battle with Darth Vader and his legion of stormtroopers or a plea from Princess Leia to help her save the Rebellion, guests will find themselves in the middle of the action – literally – in the 3-D, multi-sensory attraction.

DISNEY’S FASTPASS IS AVAILABLE FOR MEET-ANDGREET - Meet-and-greets with Mickey is located in Town Square, and Magic Kingdom guests will be able obtain a Disney’s FASTPASS ticket specifying a one-hour window when they can return to see the popular character for hugs, photos and autographs -- without waiting in the standby queue.

For more information on Walt Disney World, call 407/ 824-4321 or visit disneyworld.com.

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Weedon Island Preserve serve

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4.54 miles of hiking and nature trails that meander through mangrove forest and seagrass flats, where one can spot wading birds, manatee and various fish species. Almost two miles of

Weedon Island Preserve is an ecologically important reserve with a highly informative and beautifully designed interpretive Cultural and Natural History Center. Their musuem exhibit focuses on Florida Native American history and artifacts. In the preserve visitors can enjoy

the trails are handicap accessible with boardwalk or concrete.

Every Saturday guided Hikes of Weedon Island are conducted by volunteers.

(Pre-registration is required at (727) 453-6506.) Guided canoe trips are also offered through the Cultural Center.

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The Weedon Island Preserve Center’s hours of operation are Wednesday through Sunday, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Government budget cuts are always threatening all the Pinellas preserves, so please take out some time soon to enjoy our natural wonders.

For more information on Weedon Island, visit www.weedonislandcenter.org For more Weedon Island photos, visit AccentOnTampaBay.com, click on Event Photo Gallery, click on Tampa Bay Attractions.

“TIPS FOR CHOOSING THE BEST PET FOR YOUR FAMILY”

by Heidi Ganahl, CEO and founder of Camp Bow Wow Age-Old Wisdom: Be sure your new pet correlates with the ages of those in the household. A good rule of thumb: the new pet should fit the current physical capabilities of the caretakers with a perspective for what the next 10-15 years will bring.

It is not advised to bring a pet five months or younger, or toysized, into a home with young children. As young pets like to teethe and play, a young child may risk being bitten by a playful pet or may accidentally injure a toy-sized pet. A better choice for a household with young children is a medium-to-large sized pet over five months of age. o If there are elderly members in a household, a strong vigorous adolescent pet is not advised. Large breeds also demand more physical upkeep, something that an older person may no longer be fit for.

Establish the Primary Caretaker: As most families are extremely busy, figuring out who will take care of the new family pet while the others are working, at school or away is a key point to consider. The best decision to make before buying a new pet is to designate a primary caretaker who will be responsible for it when the fray of life picks up.

A Gift for the Whole Family: Although it is exciting to surprise the family with a new pet for the holidays, the best approach is to bring the family to meet the candidate and gauge how they all interact. Do some research and poll each family member to find out what they are looking for in a new pet so that the pet you choose aligns with the circumstances of the household.

The Price of a New Pet – Money: A new pet can go for “free-toa-good-home” to several thousand dollars. A budget must be set not only for the upfront cost of taking the pet home, but also for immediate follow-up costs like veterinary check-ups, a training crate and pet obedience classes. Also keep in mind that your pet will need to be fed and groomed and will also need chew toys and additional supplies like food bowls, a dog bed, brushes, leashes, etc. Also keep in mind the necessary chunk of money needed for veterinary emergencies.

The Price of a New Pet – Time & Energy: A new pet will cost the family by ways of time and energy. Various breeds and ages will make different demands, requiring more time in training and daily exercise than others. Any pet will require exercise, training and supervision and any age pet will require commitment from the family to establish house rules and routines.

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First Annual Florida Panther Festival Sheds Light On Issues Facing Florida’s State Animal The first annual Florida Panther Festival on October 29 at North Collier Regional Park in Naples, Florida will shed light on the plight of the endangered Florida panther through interactive activities about the Florida panther’s life and habitat.

Activities include presentations by panther biologists, a Living with Wildlife Pavilion, interactive walks, fun and educational activities for children, livestock pen demonstration, live bluegrass music, food vendors, information from various conservation agencies and organizations in panther territory, and much more.

The Festival is free of charge.

The previous day, Friday, October 28, a variety of field trips are available into areas in southwest Florida where panthers roam.

Various fees apply to field trips.

The Living with Wildlife Pavilion will provide area residents proactive steps that can be taken to protect pets and livestock on private property from any wildlife. The Pavilion will be staffed by panther biologists and will include tools biologists use to monitor panthers, capture videos, demonstration livestock pen, handouts, and the popular Adopta-Panther program. The sounds of bluegrass music will enliven the Festival with live performances by two bands, Frontline Bluegrass and the BugTussle Ramblers. Fascinating presentations by panther biologists and panther research team members will take place throughout the day.

Presentations will include secrets of panther capture techniques, why biologists track panthers, how orchids play a role in panther habitat health, and even what it’s like to hold a Florida panther kitten. There will also be face painting, children’s games, and food vendors throughout the day.

On-site adventures at the Festival include the “Walk the Panther Mile”. Rangers from Big Cypress National Preserve will guide a one mile walk on the trail at North Collier Regional Park. Along the way, you’ll discover interesting facts about Florida panthers, learn about their habitat, and look for tracks and other signs of wildlife at the

park. You’ll also meet one of the Preserve’s panther biologists and hear about the research they’re doing in the Preserve. The free two-hour educational walk requires advance registration and takes place four times on Saturday.

Free Panther Tales walks will also take place throughout the day and are open to everyone first-come, first-serve.

Panther Tales will be short, leisurely walks along the park’s trails to look for signs of wildlife and learn about Florida panthers.

“Our goal is to hold this free event every year for families and visitors to celebrate the Florida panther and become aware of responsible actions for safe coexistence of panthers with communities, livestock and pets” says Ben Nottingham, Refuge Manager of Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge.

“Attendees will learn about the issues facing panthers living in the wild and also about the research conducted by various agencies that help the panther’s existence in southwest Florida.”

Friday field trips require registration. Choices include a guided swamp buggy tour and hike at the Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge, a bird rookery swamp trail hike at the CREW Land & Water Trust’s public hiking trails, an extensive swamp buggy ride through Big Cypress National Preserve, a guided tour of Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary’s boardwalk, and guided bicycle tours through Picayune Strand State Forest and Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park. Various costs apply to the field trips.

FLORIDA PANTHER INFORMATION: The Florida panther (Puma concolor coryi) is the last subspecies of Puma still surviving in the eastern United States. Historically occurring throughout the southeastern U.S., today the Florida panther is restricted to less than 5% of its historic range in one breeding population in south Florida. The panther population, while increased from a low of 12-20 adults in the 1980s, is still facing numerous threats to its population. With an estimate of between just 100-160 adults, the Florida panther remains one of the most endangered mammals in the world.

For festival information and field trip reservations, visit www.FloridaPantherFestival.com.

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4th Annual Hot Pepper Festival

ig Cat Rescue is the world’s largest sanctuary for big cats who have been abused, abandoned, retired from performing acts, or saved from being slaughtered for fur coats.

The sanctuary houses tigers, lions, leopards, cougars, bobcats, lynx, ocelots, servals, caracals and others — a total of 16 of the 35 species of wild cat, many of whom are threatened, endangered, or now extinct in the wild.

At this home for rare and exotic cats, The narrow mission of Big Cat Rescue is to provide the best permanent home they can for these cats.

The broader mission of the sanctuary is to reduce the number of cats that suffer the fate of abandonment and/or abuse and to encourage preservation of habitat and wildlife. People are urged to behave in a way that will support these goals by teaching people about the plight of the cats, both in the wild and in captivity.

This is accomplished through guided tours, educational programs for young people, and by maintaining a website that is a great resource for information about exotic cats.

Big Cat Rescue has built enclosures in a very natural habitat with foliage and shelter on a 45 acre site, and provides the best nutritional and medical care possible.

They have conditioning and enrichment programs to provide for the cats physical and psychological well being.

The sanctuary is supported entirely by donation.

Big Cat Rescue is located at 12802 Easy Street, Tampa. Call 813-920-4130 for more information, or visit BigCatRescue.org.

Let’s try to vision a Sunday scene set on October 9. The air is ripe with that fresh “fall” feeling, soft calypso music is wafting through 100 year-old oak trees and you’re putting out the fire in your mouth with a nice cool Corona. Imagine yourself doing all that as you stroll by bright pink Chilean flamingos in the lush and tropical atmosphere at Sunken Gardens and I bet you’re ready to yell, “I’m headed for the hot tamale train!”

The Pepper Fest, however, isn’t all about how much damage you can do to your taste buds. While the price for admission is under ten bucks you might want to pack some extra greenbacks for the assortment of hot pepper themed vendors offering up everything from artwork, clothing, and jewelry to pepper jellies and plants that vary in price and palette. An assortment of restaurants will also be on hand to tempt you with flavors ranging from “not-hot-at-all” to “Call the paramedics!”

Basically, whatever your taste may be, there is something in store for you when the hot tamale train boards October 9th. The question is…Can you take it?

Sunken Gardens is located at 1825 4th Street N., St. Petersburg; 727-551-3100; www.stpete.org/sunken

A Botanical Experience Awaits You...

• Discover the beauty of a 100 year old botanical paradise.

• Explore cascading waterfalls, beautiful gardens, more than 50,000 tropical plants and flowers and the walk through butterfly encounter.

• Experience a guided tour, special event or workshop.

3 to 11 $8 Adults; adults; $6 seniors 55 & up; $4 ages 2 $8 1825 4th St. N., St. Petersburg, FL • 727-551-3100

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siyo! (Pronounced oh-see-oh) means “hello� in Cherokee, and it is an expression you hear a lot in Oklahoma, where upwards of 300,000 members of the Cherokee Nation reside. Oklahoma has the largest population of Native Americans in the United States (which has over 500 different Indian nations spread throughout the country). But it is the Cherokees of Tulsa we visited and learned about.

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ur first encounter with a member of the Cherokee Nation was with our blonde-haired, blue-eyed taxi driver from the Tulsa airport to the Hard Rock Tulsa Hotel/Casino. Not exactly stereotypical of what you perceive a Native American to look like, but Cherokee he was. Anyone who’s ancestor signed the “Dawes Rolls” back in 18981914 is entitled to claim Cherokee heritage rights, or the rights of any of the 5 “civilized” tribes — Cherokee, Choctaw, Chickasaw, Creek (a.k.a Muscogee) or Seminole. The Tribes were termed “civilized” by white settlers because they lived European style as farmers, built brick buildings, dressed more European style and had organized forms of government.

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he Dawes Rolls takes us back in time to one of our country’s greatest shames — The heinous “Trail of Tears” in the 1830s-40s. European settlers saw Native Americans as a threat to their plans for expansion, and as a result, the Five Tribes were removed from their homelands east of the Mississippi, at first voluntarily, and then by force.

The forced removal is referred to as The Trail of Tears.

Andrew Jackson is not looked on fondly in history by the Cherokees, as it was he who spearheaded their removal — and this after they, with their great Cherokee chief, Sequoyah, heroically fought along side him in the War of 1812, winning the Battle of Horseshoe Bend, effectively ending that war.

The Cherokee were given two years to migrate voluntarily, but by 1838 only 2,000 out of 18,000 had moved. The Cherokee chief at the time of removal was John Ross, who had left during the voluntary removal. The tribal members that moved during the voluntary phase were able to take wagons and their belongings with them. The ones that remained were forced into stockades and then forced to leave by bayonet point and not allowed time to gather anything — even warm clothes and footwear. Four thousand of them died of cold, hunger and disease on their long treacherous 1,000 mile march west.

Native Americans were promised tribal land in Oklahoma (known as “indian Territory”), but within a short period of time the promise was broken, and the federal government broke up tribal held lands and alloted them to individuals. In 1898, Senator Henry L. Dawes and his committee determined who was eligible for tribal membership and land allotment. The result was the Final Rolls of the Five Civilized Tribes, which contain more than 101,000 names. Even though most modern Cherokee are of mixed blood, there are still a few full-blooded Cherokee living today.

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e can’t change the past, but we can shape the future, and that is what today’s Cherokee Nation is doing. Part of that is the importance of keeping their heritage and culture alive. The Principal Chief of Cherokee Nation is Chad Smith, who is the great grandson of Redbird Smith, a Cherokee Senator. We had the honor of meeting the chief at an event, and he has proven to be a great leader for the Cherokee. He has fought to keep the rights and sovereignty of the Cherokee people. Economic development and the revitalization of the Cherokee language is important to him, and it is being taught alongside English in the schools. (You can even get the Cherokee language now on the iphone!) Cherokee is currently spoken by about 10,000 people in the Cherokee Nation, with many different dialects. In the early 1800s, Sequoyah, though he could not speak or write English, invented a syllabary for writing Cherokee. Many of the words describe feelings and ceremonies that have no comparable English translation.

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ulsa and surrounding towns resonate with Cherokee history.

Tahlequah is the capital of the Cherokee Nation, and was incorporated in 1843, more than 60 years before Oklahoma became a state in 1907. Cherokee Nation has it’s own court, police force and jail. The first Cherokee Nation Supreme Court building in Tahlequah was built in 1844, and is now a museum housing the history of the Cherokee National Judicial System, the Cherokee Advocate newspaper and printing press, photos, furniture and the Cherokee language.

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he wonderfully interesting Cherokee Heritage Center is located in Tahlequah, and stands on the grounds of the original Cherokee Female Seminary, which was burned in 1887. The only surviving architecture from the fire are the school’s columns which stand in front of the Center. The school was rebuilt in 1909 in another part of Tahlequah, and is still going today as Northeastern State University.

Inside the Heritage Center is the Trail of Tears exhibit and a genealogy center, but equally compelling is what is outside. An ancient Cherokee village has been recreated, and guides demonstrate life of the times. The Cherokee didn’t live in teepees, but in homes made of “waddle and daub” (mud and sticks). An interesting twist for the times — women owned all the property inside the home, and to divorce a man, she simply placed his belongings outside. Would that it were so easy today!

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cross from the Cherokee Heritage Center is the 100-year old Park Hill/ Owen Community Center, which was a school until 1972. The historic building is now used for events, and we enjoyed a special traditional Cherokee lunch there. A staple of Cherokee traditional food is called “The Three Sisters” - corn, beans and squash. Also on their menu you will find fried pork, grape dumplings, wild onions, hickory nut meat cooked with rice, and pokeberry (a fruit commonly grown in the area that has to be cooked down as it is toxic in its raw state).

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nother historic home to visit is the George M. Murrell Home. Murrell moved with his Cherokee wife (and relative of Chief John Ross) during the voluntary tribe removal in the 1830s. He built a plantation style home which is rich with history of life in the mid-1800s.

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erhaps the most famous member of the Cherokee Nation would be the beloved Will Rogers. “Oklahoma’s Favorite Son” was born in 1879 in Oologah (pronounced oo’-la-gawh) at the Dog Iron Ranch, 30 minutes northeast of Tulsa. The ranch home dates back to 1838, and is now a living history ranch with horses, cattle, sheep, and more, open daily to visitors.

Will was known as the “Cowboy Indian”, being part-Cherokee (descended from a Cherokee chief). He liked to say, “My ancestors didn’t come over on the Mayflower, but they met the boat.” Will first gained fame from being a champion bronc rider and roper, but his winning personality brought him further fame as a movie star, comedian and writer who traveled all over the world. His most famous quote is “I never met a man I didn’t like.” He tragically died in a plane crash in Alaska in 1935 at the age of 56.

Our visit to Dog Iron Ranch happily coincided with Will’s 131st Birthday Celebration, so in addition to visiting the home, we were treated to entertainment by expert roper Kowboy Kal, and the local school children. Andy Hogan, a Will Rogers’ interpreter answered all our questions about Will’s life.

Also in attendance were Miss Cherokee, Brooke Hudson, and some of Will’s relatives and fellow actors.

Will Rogers was so famous and led such an interesting life that a special museum, aptly named The Will Rogers Museum, was built to house his memorabilia. He is also interred there. Built in 1938 and remodeled in the 90s, the Will Rogers Museum is located on 20 beautiful acres (purchased by Will himself in 1911) in nearby Claremore, and has nine galleries, three theaters, interactive TV, and a special children’s museum. The birthday party spilled over to the museum, with many of the towns VIPs there to celebrate.

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or a delightful afternoon repast we stopped in at Claremore’s historic Belvidere Mansion Tea Room — a 1902 three-story Victorian home that now serves as lovely spot for lunch or afternoon tea, and is owned and run by the Rogers County Historical Society.

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here better than Oklahoma to find the largest private gun collection in the world? The J.M. David Arms and Historical Museum is also located in Claremore, and contains 13,000 firearms, 50,000 artifacts including saddles, spurs, local ranching brands, German beer steins, World War I posters, military weapons, John Rogers statuary, and Native American artifacts. As astonishing a collection as it is, remarkably, 95% was owned by J.M. Davis himself.

Mr. Davis was a hotelier who displayed his gun collection on the wall of his lobby, which in 1929 numbered 99. The other artifacts he collected were also displayed throughout his hotel. Word of his collection spread, and folks came from all over to buy and sell or trade. He became known as a gun expert, spending around $3000 a month on guns and artifacts. Eventually, his memorabilia became too massive for his hotel, and he transferred ownership of the collection to the State of Oklahoma, with the state agreeing to build and maintain a facility to house the collection. The building was begun in 1969 and now has over 40,000 square feet of space.

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nother connection to the Dawes Rolls is Thomas Gilcrease, who was part Creek, and came from Louisiana to Tulsa to acquire land. His land fortuitously was located on an oilfield, which gave him sufficient income to travel extensively collecting valuable art objects. The Gilcrease Museum was built in 1949, and is known as “The Smithsonian of the American West”. The priceless collection has over 10,000 paintings, Native American art and artifacts, 100,000 rare books, historical manuscripts, documents and maps. The museum is surrounded by beautiful gardens on 23 of its 460 acres in Tulsa.

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ince the legendary Route 66 runs through Oklahoma (with its longest drivable stretch), kitschy buffs will appreciate some of the so-bad-it’sgood attractions found along the way. The Blue Whale of Catoosa was an old swimming hole back in the day, and now it’s just a memory, but still a fun place for picnics. The Route 66 Nut House in Claremore is a rustic log cabin made from pecan logs, and they offer a variety of pecans, nuts and specialize in an eclectic — and delicious — selection of homemade fudge.

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e stayed at the new Tulsa Hard Rock Hotel/Casino and enjoyed a comfy bed, good food and a wee bit of gambling during our trip. The hotel has 350 rooms, five restaurants (The Wild Potato Buffet and Toby Keith’s “I Love this Bar & Grill” were particular favorites of ours), nightclubs, a large casino with state-of-the-art slots, and a 2,700-seat concert venue. For golfers, there is also the beautiful Cherokee Hills Golf Course available to guests. Oh, and of course the fabulous $2 M rock ‘n roll memorabilia collection Hard Rocks are famous for, spread throughout the hotel. They have a particularly heavy collection of Jimi Hendrix (my fave) artifacts.

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he Cherokee Nation has risen from the ugliness inflicted upon them in the past to a bright future with businesses and tourism.

For our wonderful visit with the Cherokee Nation, we say “Wado” (Wah-doh) Thank You!

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BELVIDERE MANSION TEA ROOM - www.belvideremansion.com CHEROKEE HERITAGE CENTER - www.cherokeeheritage.org CHEROKEE NATION SUPREME COURT BUILDING - www.cherokeetourismok.com CHEROKEE NATION TOURISM - www.cherokeetourismOK.com CLAREMORE CVB - www.visitclaremore.org GEORGE M. MURRELL HOME - www.okhistory.org GILCREASE MUSEUM - www.gilcrease.org HARD ROCK TULSA HOTEL CASINO - www.hardrockcasinotulsa.com J.M. DAVIS ARMS & HISTORICAL MUSEUM - www.thegunmuseum.com PARK HILL/OWEN COMMUNITY CENTER - www.parkhillcommunitycenter.com ROUTE 66 - www.travelok.com/Route_66 WILL ROGERS BIRTHPLACE (DOG IRON RANCH) - www.willrogers.com WILL ROGERS MUSEUM - www.willrogers.com www.AccentOnTampaBay.com

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Ladies... Hate Pumping Gas?

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f you were driving in the 1960s, you may nostalgically remember when you could pull up to a gas station and someone would come out and fill your tank, check your oil, wash off your windshield, all while you sat prettily in the driver’s seat. That all went away in the 80s (except for those lucky gals who live in NJ), and now we are left to schlep it ourselves, all while getting nasty gas, grease, grime and germs on our hands — especially annoying when you’re all dressed up.

Pump Gloves to the rescue! There is a new line of stylish and protective gloves to keep a woman’s hands safe from the “Gunk at the Gas Pump.” With less mess at the pump we can feel confident and clean on our way to work, school, or to pick up the kids. Keep them handily (no pun intended) in the glove compartment.

Each pair comes with a vinyl carrying case for storing when not in use. They are made from nylon spandex for a formed fit, and are completely machine washable. One size fits all, and as an added perk, they can also be used exclusively as driving gloves which offer UV protection from the sun’s harsh rays.

For more information, visit www.pumpgloves.com

Bubalina Body Sugar Scrub

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ubalina Beauty has created wonderfully scented organic body sugar scrubs, butters, shower gels, lotions and massage oils all wrapped in fun creative packaging. There are 20 delicious scents to choose from, such as Cocoa Lime Verbean, Cool Cucumber Melon, Cranberry Brown Sugar, and Chocolat to name a few.

For example, the Grapefruit Body Sugar Scrub contains ingredients such as Organic Sugar, Sweet Pink Grapefruit Essential Oil and Sea Kelp Extract (which is known to be a wonderful detoxifier to help reduce cellulite.)

Bubalina’s almost edible Body Sugar Scrub with natural extracts, exfoliates gently and leaves skin exceptionally clean. Top it off with Bubalina’s Grapefruit Bath and Shower Gel for the complete “aaah” experience.

All of the Bubalina products are gluten free, made without parabens, and contain certified organic ingredients.

You will find Bubalina products in a lot of high-end salons.

For more information, visit www.bubalinabeauty.com

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LUSH Says LOVE!

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alentine’s Day is long gone, but LUSH products say love all year long! Here are a few products to put you in a lovely mood.

Throw cute Frog Prince Bath Bomb in the tub and a Prince Charming sticker emerges. Bathe in a luscious blend of jasmine, sandalwood, rose and neroli.

The Ex Factor Bath Bomb dissolves in the warm tub water in a swirl of ylang ylang and vanilla to reveal a small pink candy heart. The mix of essential oils will leave you feeling happy and relaxed.

It’s Raining Men Shower Gel is a honey and tropical flower blend that will leave your skin soft and scented like creme brulee.

Lush’s products are wrapped by hand with recyclable and reusable paper and biodegradable fill for the holidays and always.

For more information, visit www.lushusa.com

Brilliant New Fragrances from Coty

Coty Inc and Celine Dion unveiled a new fragrance,

Pure Brilliance around the holidays. Pure Brilliance is targeted to the woman with an unparalleled passion for life. The fragrance marks an exciting new entry for the singer and Coty, Inc whose past collaborations have produced many of the top selling scents across the globe totaling over $850M in retail sales. “Celine Dion is a best selling and award-winning international music icon with a voice and spirit that touch women in a profound way,” says Steve Mormoris, Coty Senior Vice President of Global Marketing at Coty Beauty. “She is brilliance incarnate which is why we created this scent.”

Pure Brilliance is an exhilarating fruity floral that opens with a sparkling combination of pear, apple, green leaves and freesia. The scent’s heart captures the artist’s feminine charm with notes of honeysuckle, muguet and daylily while the base notes play to her elegance and sophistication. From start to finish, Pure Brilliance’s every note reflects a part of the singer’s talents and personality: Bright, effervescent, sensual and alive. www.celinedionbeauty.com

Now, for the man in your life it’s Coty’s Pure Nautica. This heroic yet

relaxed, classic yet modern fragrance offers a woodsy, aquatic scent.

Top notes of brisk Sea Spray Accord and sparkling Mandarin and Bergamot capture the energy of setting sail. Dewy Lotus Flower and intriguing Saffron envelop the heart of Ambergris, with unmistakable sensual warmth. Anchoring the fragrance are layers of clean sunbleached Driftwood and textural Suede, wrapped in a touch of Patchouli for an intense and sexy masculine essence. www.nautica.com www.AccentOnTampaBay.com

GAMING SCENE LAS VEGAS

FRIGHT DOME AT CIRCUS CIRCUS CREATES ULTIMATE HAUNTED ATTRACTION - Oct 1-31. Fright Dome has taken over The Adventuredome at Circus Circus and has five haunted houses based on the film “Halloween”. Fright Dome creates a chilling atmosphere with roaming characters, high-powered strobes, multi-colored lasers and five acres of fright made up of all new extreme scare zones, rides, attractions and live shows.

Fright Dome is open from 7 pm to midnight Oct 1-31 on select nights. www.frightdome.com FREMONT STREET EXPERIENCE HOSTS 3RD ANNUAL OKTOBERFRIGHTFEST - thru Oct 31. The ultimate Oktoberfest and Halloween combined street party.

Fremont Street Experience will transform itself into the ultimate adult playground with Oktoberfest and Halloween festivities, including Viva Vision light and sound shows themed to “Time Warp” and “Monster Mash”, bars featuring beer and drink specials, Fall Beer Festival at Golden Nugget and three free Halloween-themed stage shows.

LAS VEGAS HOSTS WORLD’S ONLY YEAR-LONG BEER FESTIVAL Beginning Oct 13 for one year - The Entertainment Capital of the World will let the good times flow with “Las Vegas World Beer Fest,” an international Oktoberfest-styled showcase of micro brews, stouts, ales and more—open every Thursday through Sunday for one year. Aficionados, enthusiasts and those who simply enjoy a cold one will have access to more than 500 different beers from 100 different brew masters across the globe, including Germany, Belgium and the U.S. MARGARITAVILLE IS POISED TO BREAK THE GUINNESS WORLD RECORD FOR THE LARGEST MARGARITA EVER MADE - Oct 14. in celebration of the

Grand Opening for the new Margaritaville Casino at The Flamingo in Las Vegas, Margaritaville will attempt to break the current World Record for the largest margarita ever made as verified by Guinness World Records. The mixing of the colossal 8,500 gallon beverage, appropriately named “Lucky Rita”, will begin on October 11. It will take over 300 man hours working around the clock to mix the concoction.

Lucky Rita will sit at 30 feet tall and will serve over 181,333 margaritas from Oct 14- 23 coinciding with the 7th annual Margaritaville street party. The ceremony, oversized margarita and street party will take place on the corner of Las Vegas Blvd. on the street between Margaritaville and O’Shea’s Casino. www.margaritaville.com/LuckyRita.

MADAME TUSSAUDS LAS VEGAS HOSTS THIRD ANNUAL AFTER DARK - Oct 2113, and Oct 28. Daring visitors are invited to investigate paranormal activity lurking in the attraction’s corridors for the interactive, dark and haunted experience that takes over the celebrity wax museum. Hearts will race and blood will curl as visitors see, hear and feel the mysteries and supernatural activity surrounding Madame Tussauds, which was recently featured on Travel Channel’s Ghost Adventures. www.madametussauds.com/LasVegas NEVADA STATE MUSEUM AT THE SPRINGS PRESERVE PREPARES FOR A NEVADA DAY OPENING - Oct. 28. The Nevada State Museum will re-open at its new location. The 70,000-square-foot Nevada State Museum at the Springs Preserve is double the size of the former museum and boasts permanent and temporary exhibit space, a research library and educational labs.

Highlights at the new museum include the first dinosaur fossils documented in Nevada, Benjamin “Bugsy” Siegel’s 1946 Flamingo stock certificate, mineral specimens from Nevada mines, preserved Nevada wildlife and Las Vegas showgirl costumes. www.springspreserve.org/attractions/ nsm.html THE RESORT ON MOUNT CHARLESTON FAMILY HALLOWEEN PARTY AND FALL FESTIVAL - Oct 29-30.

Spooky Movies, Experiments Gone Wrong Laboratory, Hay Rides, Pumpkin Carving, Costume Contests and More.

Just a short 30 minute drive from Las Vegas, the air is turning crisp, the leaves are colorful and the picturesque surroundings are rustic and relaxing. Parents and kids alike will swig from a witch’s brew, design spooky Halloween crafts, compete in costume contests and enjoy the rare

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opportunity to trick or treat throughout the hotel. Guests will enjoy traditional autumn activities including hay rides, a petting zoo, pumpkin decorating contest for the kids and all the best foods of fall. www.mtcharlestonresort.com/ t.com/

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What’s Happening at the Beau Rivage Located on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, the is a beautiful resort destination — very convenient for Tampa Bay area folks looking for either an exciting time, or a relaxing time, or both - the Beau has it all. With a partnership with Vision Airlines, the resort has an exclusive package that includes a round trip non-stop jet flight, ground transfers, and two nights in a luxurious guestroom — starting at only $199 per person (double occupancy). The flight takes only an hour and fifteen minutes and leaves from the St. Petersburg-Clearwater Airport. Right now the flights are once a day, and leave (and return) on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.

Golfers will definitely want to experience Fallen Oak, Beau Rivage’s Tom Fazio-designed golf course, with it’s dramatic elevation changes (unique for a Gulf Coast course) and beautiful magnolia trees, ponds, streams and wetlands. GOLF Magazine rated it one of the “Top 100 Courses You Can Play.”

A visit to the Beau’s spa and salon will show Epicurean treatments unique to the Gulf Coast, and a perfect place for a Girlfriend Getaway with their special “Pamper Parties.”

Fallen Oak The dining opportunities at the Beau are wonderfully varied - from the simple Snacks Deli to the exceptional BR Prime (the Beau’s signature steak and seafood restaurant), and every thing in between. Guests have eleven restau-

rants to choose from, as well as several bars.

For entertainment, guests can look forward to seeing the likes of Bill Cosby, Anthony Cools, Lee Greenwood, Daryl Hall & John and Oates M a r t i n a McBride in the next few months.

Call 888-566-7469, or visit w w w. b e a u r i vage.com for act dates and times.

Reservations for the air-inclusive travel packages may be made by calling 877-4622328.

Visit www.beaurivage.com for more information on the resort and events.

Craft Beer Tasting - October 21 Artesian Beer, Bavarian Buffet And Live Entertainment

Beau Rivage presents an evening of authentic German food and live music and more than 120 of the best artisan beers available during its inaugural Craft Beer Festival. This is an opportunity to sample beer from breweries including Samuel Adams, Abita, Sierra Nevada, Diamond Bear, Lazy Magnolia, Bayou Teche Brewing, Covington Brewhouse, Widmer Brothers and Stevens Point among dozens of others. Select brewmasters will be in attendance to suggest food pairings, answer questions and describe how each product is made.

Enjoy authentic German music by the Polka Dots and save room for the Oktoberfest-themed buffet.

For tickets and information, visit www.beauirvage.com. Take advantage of the Beer Fest hotel package. Book online or by calling 228.386.7111/ 1.888.567.6667 and mention promotion code BEERFEST.

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The Mob Is Back In Vegas The Mob Has Taken Over Tropicana Las Vegas! photos by Melissa Wolcott Martino

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he new Las Vegas Mob Experience is an immersive, highly interactive journey through the history of organized crime and the impact its major players had on the building of Las Vegas. Anchored by the largest collection of authentic artifacts, memorabilia, photos and videos of organized crime ever assembled, the attraction immerses its guests in the story of the rise and fall of the “Mob” as it chronicles the lives of the men who ran Sin City for three decades.

The attraction uses a wide variety of technologies in order to enhance its collection. The interactive portion of the Experience allows visitors to determine their “final fate.” As you move through the attraction, you are required to make decisions and act upon them. If you don’t get the outcome you are hoping for, you can journey through multiple times in order to experience a number of different outcomes.

Live character actors and apparitions of various celebrity gangster guides including James Caan, Mickey Rourke, Steve Schirripa, Frank Vincent and Tony Sirico, help you find your way through the exhibits. Through these first person accountings, visitors are able to experience the world of organized crime and learn about the role its major players had on the building of Las Vegas, and their eventual eradication from the casinos. The Las Vegas Mob Experience captures a lost era, chronicles Las Vegas’ early years and tells the stories of the real men behind the myths. The Las Vegas Mob Experience neither glorifies nor vilifies the Mob, it presents a historically accurate view of them.

The attraction is open daily from 10:00am-10:00pm at the Tropicana.

The Tropicana Las Vegas has undergone a major transformation. The South Beach inspired changes to the resort include a fresh redesign of every hotel room and suite, the casino, the conference center and exhibition hall, several new restaurants, bars, a new poker room, a new race and sports book, a new spa and fitness center, and the popular Nikki Beach Night Club and Beach Club.

For additional information call 702-739-2222 or visit www.troplv.com.

For many more photos from the Grand Opening of the Mob Experience, visit www.ampubs.smugmug.com/ACCENT-ON-TAMPA-BAY-MAGAZINE/USA-TRAVEL and scroll to event.

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One of the characters you meet along your experience.

Frank Vincent “Good Fellas”, “Sopranos” was at the grand opening

Johnny Stompanato’s brass knuckles, and a photo of him with his girlfriend, movie star Lana Turner.

Some of the contributing family members in attendance at the opening Lto R: Louella Smiley (daughter of Alan Smiley), Millicent Rosen ( Bugsy Siegel’s daughter) and Jan Sachs (widow of Al Sachs).

Gene Capone, Al Capone’s grandson.

Bugsy Siegel’s furniture.

Meyer Lansky’s clothing featuring his bowtie collection.

James Caan’s character is part of the Mob Experience, he and was on hand at the Grand Opening of the exhibit.

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Tarpon Springs Events NIGHT IN THE ISLANDS - Nov 5, Nov 5, Apr 7, May 5 The City of Tarpon Springs presents Night in the Islands, a free event on the Sponge Docks. Enjoy Greek music, dancing, and dining. The event features live music by Ellada, an exciting Greek band composed of three of the most accomplished Greek musicians in the state. Ellada will perform nisiotika, the lively traditional music of the Greek islands, as well as old and new Greek favorites. Ellada includes George Soffos, bouzouki; Dino Theofilos, keyboard; and Elias Poulos, vocals. Prior to the event

there will be live Greek music by the Bouzouki Boys on Dodocanese Blvd. at Riverwalk, west of Hope Street.

GREEK DANCING CIRCLE - thru Nov 16 Enjoy attending Greek festivals and other Greek events? Learn to dance popular Greek dances and then comfortably join the dancing circle! Also learn about the origin of and traditions surrounding each dance. The classes will be taught by Greek dance specialist, Dr. Mary Coros. From 7 to 9 pm at the Tarpon Springs Cultural Center, 101 South Pinellas Ave. www.tarponarts.org or call 727942-5605.

COOKING CLASSES - Oct 22, 29, Nov 5, 12 Excellent community cooks will offer

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classes in the delicious cuisine of Greece, and particularly the Dodecanese Islands. In addition, Manolo Rivera of Manolo’s Mediterranean Bistro, will prepare dishes from his native Venezuela. Join us for food, fun, and fascinating insights into the cultures of Greece and Venezuela.

Oct 22: Octopus: Grilled & Pickled.

Oct 29: Kalymnian Stuffed Lamb (mououri) and Loukoumades (Greek donuts).

Nov 5: Sweets for the Holidays: Melomakarona (honey spice cookies) & Galaktoboureko (custard in filo).

Nov 12: Mermizeli (Kalymnian Greek salad) and Bacaliaros Plaki (codfish stewed with vegetables). Safford House, 23 Parkin Ct., Tarpon Springs. 727-942-5605 or 727-937-1130 CONCERTS ON SUNSET BEACH Oct 13, Nov 10 Enjoy free concerts on Sunset Beach from jazz to oldies, classic rock to blues All concerts are held on Thursday evenings from 7 to 9 p.m. and are FREE and open to the public.

BOUZOUKI WORKSHOPS WITH GEORGE SOFFOS - thru Dec 18 (except Oct. 23, Nov. 6 &13), George Soffos is considered by many to be the best bouzouki player born outside of Greece. He has performed traditional genres such as rembetika and nisiotika, as well as popular and classical Greek works throughout the

U.S. and Greece. Classes will be divided into beginning and advanced sections. Heritage Museum, 100 Beekman Lane, Craig Park, Tarpon Springs. 727-942-5605 BATTLEFIELD BAND - Oct 14 “Forward with Scotland’s past!” is the rallying cry of Scotland’s premier roots-music group. Regularly heard on NPR’s “The Thistle and Shamrock” and “A Prairie Home Companion,” Battlefield Band pioneered the integration of bagpipes, fiddle, keyboards, guitar, whistles, and other instruments to breathe new life into traditional songs and tunes and to create original music equally expressive of the band’s modern homeland. This foursome of fiercely talented multi-instrumentalists will quicken your pulse and tug at your heartstrings. Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center, 324 Pine Street, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689.

Springs FL 34689 JULIA COULMAS IN CONCERT - Oct 27 Soprano Julia Coulmas left her home in Florida in 2009 to retrace the life of Brazilian opera singer Bidu Sayao (19041999) and create a multimedia performance based on her research. During the project she realized that the story she was meant to tell was not just Bidu’s, but also her own.

Hear the enchanting tale of a young woman’s journey and the music that brought together forever two people who will never meet together forever. Cultural Center, 101 S. Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689.

REX TABOR IN CONCERT - Oct 16 Opera goes to Broadway! Rex Tabor (most recently seen as Faust in New Century Opera’s Mephistopheles) sings songs from opera that became Broadway standards and some Operas songs that fooled Broadway. Hear favorites such as Mack the Knife from Three Penny Opera or Joey from Most Happy Fella. Cultural Center, 101 S. Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689.

DRACULA - Oct 21-23, 28-30 In this classic tale, based on the book by Bram Stoker, young Miss Lucy Seward has been attacked by a mysterious illness. Dr. Van Helsing, a specialist, believes that the girl is the victim of a vampire, a sort of ghost that goes about at night sucking blood from its victims. The mysterious Count Dracula, who moves into nearby Carfax Abbey, may be involved. The play is for those who love thrills and chills, and is appropriate for all groups. Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center, 324 Pine Street, Tarpon

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Tarpon Springs Events VICTORIAN HALLOWEEN AT THE SAFFORD HOUSE Oct 30 Meet the spirits of Tarpon’s past. Enjoy a walk through the Safford home during this historical recreation event. Played by Dr. Elizabeth Coachman, “Dr. Mary Safford” (1834-1891) discusses the ancestors and lives of the Safford Family.

“Anson Safford,” the ex-governor of Arizona Territory, founder of Tarpon Springs (played by Bruce Taylor), talks of his belief in spiritualism.

Madame Isobel Victoria, a professional spiritualist with 140 years experience, will be on hand for psychic readings.

Light refreshments and predictions included. Continuous activities 4-6 pm. Safford House, 23 Parkin Court, Tarpon Springs FL 34689

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DVD Views Johnny Depp is Back as Captain Jack Sparrow in Disney’s

PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES Grossing Over $1 Billion at the Worldwide Box Office, One of the Biggest Films of All Time Sails Home on Disney Blu-ray Combo Pack and Blu-ray 3D

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he Walt Disney Studios and Jerry Bruckheimer Films are presenting the #1 worldwide box office success of 2011 - making over $1 billion globally - Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, in high definition Blu-ray, eye popping Blu-ray 3D (a first for the franchise) and Movie Download on October 18.

adventures than ever before. The Collection is packaged in an authentic replica Pirate’s Chest, and includes a collectible map and an iconic skull disc case that holds the Blu-ray discs and digital copies of ALL four Pirates of the Caribbean movies, along with the Blu-ray 3D disc and DVD of Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.

Setting sail on an ocean full of hi-def adventures, Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides will debut in a Limited Edition 5-Disc Combo Pack (1-Disc Blu-ray 3D + 2-Disc Blu-ray + 1-Disc DVD + 1-Disc Digital Copy), a 2-Disc Combo Pack (1-Disc Blu-ray + 1-Disc DVD), and for the ultimate fan a 15-Disc Four Movie Collection. Additionally the movie will be available in 3D and High-Definition Movie Download.

Produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, directed by Rob Marshall (Nine, Chicago), and written by Ted Elliott and Terry Rossio (Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, National Treasure 2, Mask of Zorro), Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides is the latest addition to the incredibly successful Pirates of the Caribbean franchise that has for years entertained audiences of all ages with its thrilling adventures, hi-tech special effects and unique storylines.

The Limited Edition 5-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack includes hours of bonus materials offering fans a deeper dive inside Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides including immersive Disney Second Screen technology, exclusive behind-the-scenes experiences, Fountain of Youth mythology, an extensive look at mermaids, bloopers, deleted and extended scenes, and much more.

Back as Captain Jack Sparrow, Johnny Depp (Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, Alice in Wonderland) returns leading a sensational cast of talents that includes Penélope Cruz (Vicky Cristina Barcelona), Geoffrey Rush (The King’s Speech), Ian McShane (HBO’s “Deadwood”) and more.

In addition, the Pirates of the Caribbean 15Disc Four Movie Collection offers fans m o r e

The visually stunning film shot in high-definition 3D invites viewers to embark on an adventure-filled ride with Captain Jack Sparrow as he searches for the breathtaking Fountain of Youth. Along the turbulent trip, fans are forced to re-think their knowledge of fairytale creatures when they are introduced to a group of alluring yet precarious mermaids, traverse isolated islands and fight international enemies.

2-Disc Combo Pack (1-Disc Blu-ray + 1-Disc DVD) $39.99 Limited Edition 5-Disc Combo Pack (1-Disc Blu-ray 3D + 2Disc Blu-ray + 1-Disc DVD + 1-Disc Digital Copy) $49.99 Limited Edition 15-Disc Four Movie Collection $169.99 High Definition Movie Download $39.99 3D Movie Download $49.99 Visit the website and mobile site: www.disney.com/pirates

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NEW DVD RELEASES COMEDY PROM - Blu-ray / DVD Combo www.disneybluray.com At “Prom”, every couple has a story and no two are exactly alike. For Nova Prescott (Aimee Teegarden), it’s a classic tale of opposites attracting when she finds herself drawn to the guy (Thomas McDonell) who gets in the way of her perfect prom.

Share the laughter and the drama as secrets are brought to light, seemingly steady relationships unravel and new romance catches fire. Get ready for this hilariously heartfelt date with destiny featuring a hot ensemble cast of rising young stars and cool bonus features. There are hundreds of nights in high school, but there’s only one Prom.

GNOMEO AND JULIET - 2-Disc Blu-ray + DVD www.gnomeoandjuliet.com From a director of “Shrek 2” comes the secret world of garden gnomes - “Gnomeo & Juliet”.

Perfect for the whole family, this fresh and funny makeover of one of the world’s most timeless story features music from Sir Elton John, and the voice talents of Emily Blunt, James McAvoy and sir Michael Caine. Caught up in a feud between neighbors, Gnomeo and Juliet must overcome as many obstacles as their namesakes. But with flamboyant pink flamingoes and epic lawnmower races, can this young couple find lasting happiness? Complete with hilarious never-before-seen bonus features, “Gnomeo & Juliet” is an out-of-the-ordinary animated comedy your entire family will love.

THE BLIND SIDE CRASH THE BUCKET LIST THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON THE HURT LOCKER THE DEPARTED SHERLOCK HOLMES INCEPTION IRON MAN NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN DATE NIGHT UP IN THE AIR GRAN TORINO

GULLIVER’S TRAVELS (Blu-ray 3D + Blu-ray + Standard DVD + Digital Copy) www.foxconnect.com Jack Black (“Kung Fu Panda”, “School of Rock”) is larger than life in this epic comedy-adventure based on the classic tale. When a shipwreck lands a lowly mailroom clerk named Gulliver (Black) on the fantastical island of Lilliput, he transforms into a giant - in size and ego!

Gulliver’s tall tales and heroic deeds win the hearts of the tiny Lilliputians, but when he loses it all and puts his newfound friends in peril, Gulliver must find a way to undo the damage. Through it all, Gulliver may just learn that it’s how big you are on the inside that counts.

THE HUSTLER [Blu-ray Book] (1961) www.foxconnect.com Director Robert Rossen’s brilliant character study features Paul Newman’s passionate portrayal of “Fast Eddie” Felson, a hustling pool shark who drifts across the country playing in seedy pool halls and whose obsession to dethrone table legend “Minnesota Fats” (Jackie Gleason) could bring about his own downfall. Co-stars Piper Laurie, George C. Scott, Myron McCormick.

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Widescreen; Soundtracks: English DTS HD 5.1 Master Audio, Dolby Digital mono, French DTS 5.1, Spanish Dolby Digital 5.1; Subtitles: English (SDH), French, Spanish; audio commentary by Newman, others; featurettes; theatrical trailer; 24-page book.

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DVD VIEWS (continued) THE KILLING MACHINE www.anchorbayent.com If you thought he was hardcore in The Expendables, he’s now totally unstoppable as the Killing Machine: Action icon Dolph Lundgren (Rocky IV, Universal Soldier) stars as Edward Genn, a divorced Vancouver father and investment broker who also happens to be the infamous KGB-trained assassin known as Icarus . But when his two worlds collide in a storm of bullets, bloodshed and betrayal by the Russian Mob, Icarus reloads for the most personal and punishing contract of his entire career. When revenge is not enough, how far will a oneman death squad go to get even? Stefanie Von Pfetten, Samantha Ferris (Supernatural) and Bo Svenson (Inglorious Bastards, Walking Tall) co-star in this bonesnapping, skull-blasting, badass throwback to extreme ‘80s action movies, directed by Lundgren himself!

DUMBO - 2 Disc 70th Anniversary Edition Blu-ray / DVD Combo Pack (1941) www.disneybluray.com For the first time ever, in celebration of this landmark film’s 70th anniversary, experience the daring adventures of the world’s only flying elephant with a dazzling allnew digital restoration and brilliant Disney enhanced high definition theatre mix sound. The inspirational tale of Dumbo, the courageous baby elephant who uses his sensational ears to soar to fame with the help of his clever best friend Timothy Q. Mouse, will thrill and delight audiences of all ages. And now, the award-winning music and empowering messages about friendship and belief in yourself reach new heights in this Blu-ray high-definition presentation of Walt Disney s animated classic Dumbo.

TIGERLAND (Blu-ray) www.foxconnect.com Just releaseD from the base stockade, recruit Roland Bozz (Collin Farrell) joins a platoon of young soldiers preparing to ship out to Vietnam. Bozz’s independence and outright defiance draws fire from his own men as well as commanding officers. But when the platoon is sent to “Tigerland”, a helish training ground that is the last stop before Vietnam, Bozz’s leadership and loyalty bring his men together - triggering extraordinary consequences. Starring: Colin Farrell, Matthew Davis, Clifton Collins Jr.

PHINEAS AND FERB THE MOVIE: ACROSS THE SECOND DIMENSION www.DisneyChanneldvd.com Phineas and Ferb’s first full-length movie, Across The 2nd Dimension, features exclusive deleted scenes and all-new bonus. When Phineas, Ferb, and Perry follow Dr. Doofenshmirtz through his “Otherdimensionator”, they find themselves in an alternate universe where a second, truly evil Dr. Doof rules over his Tristate Area with an army of iron-fisted robots. To save his friends from certain doom, Perry makes the ultimate sacrifice by revealing his secret identity as Agent P. Phineas and Ferb escape, meet their 2nd dimension selves, and begin their own mission to rescue Perry. So begins an epic battle as our heroes try to save their home from the clutches of Evil Dr. Doof... and his sidekick Platyborg.

SPOOKY BUDDIES - 2 Disc Blu-ray / DVD Combo www.disneybluray.com Disney’s irresistible talking puppies are back in an all-new movie that takes them far across town to a mysterious mansion where something very spooky is going on. With the help of some unexpected ne w friends including a friendly ghost this exciting adventure is howling-good Buddy fun.

In a race against a no good hound, the Buddies and their new friends, Pip, Zelda, Rodney, and Skip, must stop Warwick the Warlock and save the world from his dastardly deeds.

Overflowing with action, humor, and a bag full of bonus features, Spooky Buddies is a Spooktacular adventure that treats you to a celebration of friendship and teamwork the whole family will enjoy.

MUSIC, MUSIC EVERYWHERE! (With CD) www.hitentertainment.com Jump onstage for a musical adventure full of high notes and sing-along fun, as Barney, Bob the Builder and Thomas & Friends strike up the band. Discover that piano-playing is even better with Barney, join Rusty the diesel as he learns to toot his own horn, learn to sing with Lofty and his feathered friends, and pirouette alongside Angelina Ballerina as she teaches her pals that music is a beautiful language. Get ready for a harmonious ride that will have you singing and dancing for more! Episodes included on the DVD are “Barney: Play Piano With Me”, “Bob the Builder: Roley’s Important Job”, “Thomas & Friends: Tuneful Toots”, and “Kipper: Arnold’s Drum”.

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GREY’S ANATOMY: The Complete Sixth Season www.GreysOnDVD.com Expect more competition, more doctors, and much more drama as Seattle Grace merges with a competing hospital in Grey’s Anatomy’s celebrated Sixth Season. Meredith, Derek, Izzie, and the rest of your favorite characters face a brand new challenge with the arrival of doctors from Mercy West. Battle lines are drawn and rivalries reach new heights in an unforgettable year at Seattle Grace.

Starring: Ellen Pompeo, Sandra Oh, Justin Chambers, Katherine Heigl, T.R. Knight, Patrick Dempsey.

The 6-DVD set comes complete with exclusive bonus features – including two extended episodes available only on DVD. BROTHERS & SISTERS: The Complete Fifth Season www.brothersAndSistersDVD.com Spend some time with the Walkers as they support each other through the joys and heartaches of life in the Complete Fifth Season of ABC’s drama, “Brothers & Sisters”.

Featuring a sensational ensemble cast, including Sally Field, Calista Flockhart, Patricia Wettig, and Rachel Griffiths, “Brothers & Sisters” is outstanding television at its warm and witty best. It’s a season of new beginnings. The family is reunited for Justin’s homecoming party, love is in the air as Nora and Kitty get back in the dating game, and Sarah’s and Kevin’s relationships are put to the test. Relive the excitement and the emotion of every captivating moment of Season Five in this 5-disc DVD set, complete with neverbefore-seen bonus features available only on DVD. Audio Commentary, Bloopers, Deleted Scenes, Subtitles: Spanish, French, Chinese, Brazilian Portuguese.

NEIL YOUNG: Here We Are In The Years www.mvdb2b.com Despite remaining a hugely original singer, songwriter, performer and human being across a career spanning almost fifty years, Neil Young has never been immune to the influence of others. This will be of no surprise to anyone with even a hint of interest in the man and his music, but only those who have studied their subject in depth will be aware of the enormous range of artists and genres Neil has both been affected by and drawn inspiration from, much of which, if one knows where to look, is apparent in Young’s incredible catalogue.

EMERSON LAKE & PALMER - 40th Anniversary Reunion Concert www.emersonlakeandpalmer.com Emerson, Lake & Palmer, also known as ELP, are an English progressive rock super group. They found success in the 1970s and sold over forty million albums and headlined large stadium concerts one of the largest at California Jam (Cal Jam) in 1974 was in front of 200,000 people. The band consists of Keith Emerson (keyboards), Greg Lake (bass guitar, vocals, guitar) and Carl Palmer (drums, percussion). They are one of the most commercially successful progressive rock bands and from the outset focused on combining classical pieces with rock music.

The legendary Rock Band reunited to celebrate their 40th Anniversary and headlined London’s first High Voltage Rock Festival. This was the historic moment when Emerson Lake and Palmer performed for the first time since 1998. This spectacular performance with extravagant special effects and lighting recaptured the magic and musical genius of Keith Emerson, Greg Lake and Carl Palmer as they performed their greatest hits in front of thousands of fans and leaving a lasting memory of the stunning musicianship of these three legendary performers.

RING OF FIRE (Blu-ray) www.inceptionmediagroup.com Originally filmed in IMAX(R), “Ring of Fire” takes you heartstoppingly close to the great circle of volcanoes and seismic activity that rings the Pacific Ocean. This award-winning film has been seen by millions of people at largescreen IMAX(R) format theatres worldwide. You’ll feel the heat as cameras take you to the birth of a new volcano in Chile, and relive history with rare and spectacular images of the infamous 1980 eruption of Mt. St. Helens. A whirlwind computer animation sequence gives you a ride through the center of the earth to see the process of the geological forces that cause a volcanic eruption or earthquake.

RIVERS OF A LOST COAST www.riversofalostcoast.com Tom Skerritt returns to fly fishing for the first time since “A River Runs Through It”, to narrate this documentary on California’s history of coastal fly fishing. This DVD includes the award-winning feature film, never before seen extra footage, deleted scenes and other bonus features.

Using never before seen footage, vintage phots, archival headlines and exclusive interviews, Rivers of a Lost Coast shows a side of California most people never knew existed.

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Carry your own water in places where the local water may be unsafe to drink. It holds a variety of sizes up to 1.5 liter bottle of water or your favorite beverage. A water bottle cooler sleeve is included (a water bottle is not included).

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he standard bearer in fine pens since 1888, Parker has always been innovative. Their new Parker IM Premium line takes quality and value a step further, instantly making its mark as a new, timeless classic. Striking the perfect balance between smart design and top performance, tradition and modernity, a strong tactile feel and understated elegance, the three finishes write a new chapter in Parker’s history.

The Parker IM Premium’s streamlined finishes are tailored to the cone shape of the original model, for putting pen to paper with a personal touch of class, signature reliability and understated stylishness. The materials used make a distinct, clean impression. The finely balanced chiselling work is a feat of technology, with the features positioned so as to ensure a perfect grip and a great writing experience.

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The Fountain pen includes a twin channelled ink feed and collector system for use with Quink ink cartridges or convertible to ink bottle filling. The roller ball pen has a cap on/cap off system and is fitted with fine black refill. The Ballpoint pen is a push-button and fitted with medium blue refill. They come in the new Premium Parker Gift box.

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FAIRY TRIAD Grow an Enchanted Fairy Wonderland

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ids love fairies, and you love plants. Here’s a great project to get your little one interested in growing things. Create a fantastic, fun, fairy wonderland with Fairy Triad. This kit comes with everything needed to get an indoor fairy garden growing and attracting fairies to your home. Lobelia will attract fairies, thyme will enable you to see them, and use evening star to make fairy brews.

Learn all about the history and lore of fairies while you create a fairy fantasy with four special fairy plant varieties, multi-colored fairy gravel, fairy dust, a fairy wheel, fairy bells, stakes and decals, and a fairy.

Informative instructions included in the kit detail sprouting and growing methods as well as a plethora of information about fairies and fairy gardens. Safe for ages 4 and up.

The belief in fairies reaches back into ancient times being traceable both in written and oral tradition. Many think fairies dwell on Earth while others believe they are mythical beings that possess magical powers and sometimes are close to human beings on Earth.

Fairies are said to be from an enchanted island off the coast of Ireland known to be a place of youth and beauty. There, time seems to stand still, flowers always bloom, and there is no sickness or war. Hmmm.

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Hem-Eze uses a specially formulated double sided strip, and is safe enough to use on delicate fabrics like cotton and silks, while strong enough to withstand heavier and coarser fabrics like denim and corduroy. It places an actual crease in the fabric that yields a professional hemmed look.

Hem-Eze has been featured on the Today Show with Bobbie Thomas and on the NBC 15 Morning Show “Hot Trends”. It was also selected by RealSimple.Com magazine as one of their six Problem Solvers. Real Simple.com says, “End the battle between keeping your pants long to wear heels and short to wear with flats. Place Hem-Eze double-sided tape on the inside of each pant bottom. Then, when the occasion calls for stilettos, remove the tape and release the hem.”

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Florida Authors Write...

COOL ROAD TRIPS IN SOUTHEAST FLORIDA

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e mostly recognize author Kim Cool for her prolific otherworldly ghost hunting books, but this time she’s grounded in this world, with a delightful and informative travel book on Southeast Florida, including Pam Beach, Boca Raton, Miami, South Beach, and more. Her goal is to capture the diversity of each region and to include the biggest attractions as well as the smallest places. The guide is as useful to FL residents as it is for tourists.

Kim Cool writes about Florida, its ghost stories and its history. She is the features editor of the Venice Gondolier Sun, and has won journalism awards, and is listed in Who’s Who of American Women, Who’s Who in the South and Southwest, Who’s Who in the World and other reference works. Ms Cool resides in Venice, FL.

ROCKERS AND ROLLERS: FULL-THROTTLE MEMOIR

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y night, Brian Johnson sings in the biggest rock ’n’ roll band on the planet. But by day, AC/ DC’s frontman drives balls to the wall. Cars and rock ’n’ roll — they were made for each other.

When he was a young boy growing up in a working-class English town, Brian developed what would become a lifelong passion for cars, trolling junkyards and even pretending to drive the family car.

From there, he steamed up the windows of his old Mini Cooper as a teenager, spent untold time in hygienically challenged tour buses with helpful signs such as No Shitting Allowed. Shagging Expected, was chauffeured in leather-trimmed limos, and raced cars to a checkered flag. Featuring guest stars Cliff Williams, Malcolm and Angus Young, and many, many others, even Arnold Schwarzenegger, Rockers and Rollers is a tribute to Brian’s obsession with four wheels. By turns surprising, poignant, funny, and maybe a little bit bawdy, these are the stories of a man who drives as hard as he rocks.

In 2003 Brian Johnson was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, along with the other members of the band. He lives in Sarasota, FL. www.youritlist.com

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ictoria’s Recipe for Marriage: Take two adventurous newlyweds and place them on a floundering yacht where the wife is the chef, and her boss, the captain, is also her husband. Add two inexperienced crew members, an anorexic diva and her bully of a husband, a CEO who thinks he’s in charge, a drunken first mate, and a randy wife looking for diversion. Stir with a violent storm and a rapidly flooding engine room. Apply pressure and watch the situation simmer to a boil. Sprinkled with over 30-mouthwatering recipes and spiced with tales of adventure, SEAsoned is the hilarious look at a yacht chef’s first year working for her husband while they cruise from the Bahamas to Italy, France, Greece and Spain, trying to stay afloat.

Victoria Allman has been following her stomach on yachts for ten years. She was culinary trained at The Stratford Chef School and The Culinary Institute of America. When not cruising the high seas, Victoria makes Fort Lauderdale, Florida, her home base. www.norlightspress.com

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NON-FICTION

NEW RELEASES HISTORY BOMBS AWAY!: THE WORLD WAR II BOMBING CAMPAIGNS OVER EUROPE

by John R. Bruning www.zenith press.com Bombs Away! covers all aerial bombardment of a strategic nature which took place between 1939 and 1945. In addition to American (U.S. Army Air Forces) and British (RAF Bomber Command) strategic aerial campaigns against Germany, this book covers German use of strategic bombing during the Nazi’s conquest of Europe: The Battle of Britain, Operation Barbarossa, and the V 1 and V 2, where the Luftwaffe targeted Warsaw and Rotterdam (known as the Rotterdam Blitz). In addition, the book covers the blitzes against London and the bombing of other British industrial and port cities, such as Birmingham, Liverpool, Southampton, Manchester, Bristol, Belfast, Cardiff, and Coventry bombed during the Battle of Britain. It is covered in detail with authoritative text and hundreds of archival photographs, many rare or never before published.

HITLER’S MASTER OF THE DARK ARTS: Himmler’s Black Knights and the Occult Origins of the SS

by Bill Yenne www.zenithpress.com Hitler’s Nazi Party, at its evil roots, embraced a bizarre interpretation of ancient European paganism, blending it with fragments of other traditions from sources as diverse as tenth-century Saxon warlords, nineteenthcentury spiritualism, and earlytwentieth-century fringe archeology. Even the swastika, the hated symbol of Nazism, had its roots in ancient symbolism, its first recorded appearance carved into a mammoth tusk twelve thousand years before Hitler came to power. At the heart of the evil was Hitler’s “witch doctor,” Heinrich Himmler, and his stranger-than-fiction cult, the deadly SS. Hitler’s Master of the Dark Arts is the first history of the SS and its leader to focus on the mystical cult aspects of the organization. It follows Himmler’s transformation of the SS from a few hundred members in 1929 to over fifty thousand black-uniformed Aryans by the mid-1930s. Concurrent with its expansion and its eventual independence from the brown shirts of the SA, Himmler infused the Black Knights with a mishmash of occult beliefs and lunatic-fringe theories that were used to justify the Final Solution.

HOLLYWOOD STORIES: SHORT, ENTERTAINING ANECDOTES ABOUT THE STARS AND LEGENDS OF THE MOVIES

by Stephen Schochet www.hollywoodstories.com Hollywood Stories contains a treasure trove of colorful vignettes featuring an amazing all-star cast of icons including John Wayne, Charlie Chaplin, Walt Disney, Jack Nicholson, Johnny Depp, Shirley Temple, Marilyn Monroe, Marlon Brando, Errol Flynn and many others both past and contemporary. A special blend of biography, history and lore Hollywood Stories is full of humorous tales often with unexpected endings. A professional tour guide in Hollywood, Stephen Schochet has researched and told thousands of entertaining anecdotes for over twenty years.

FICTION THE OVARY WARS

by Mike Hogan www.peppertreepublishing.com The Ovary Wars involves terrorism at its best, more powerful than a suicide bomber, and more effective than a nuclear bomb. How does a terrorist kill four million people? He stops them from being born. For no apparent reason, pregnancies in the United States become rare, and American births decrease exponentially. Because the United States economy is based on a constantly increasing population, the United States economy is undermined. The country begins an unstoppable spiral into “The Greatest Depression.” Not knowing how or why the infertility blight occurred, the United States President, and the investigating FBI agents, realize the perilous possibilities. Could the nationwide infertility have been caused by a virus, either naturally occurring or purposely spread? Could it have been caused by a secret cult or a radical religious group? Even al-Qaida is a possibility. If so, will there be another attack?

BOOK OF NATHAN Curt Weeden and Richard Marek www.oceanviewpub.com The road to hell is paved with good intentions, and Rick Bullock is about to learn just how true that is. Bullock takes the road less traveled when he quits his job as an advertising executive to become director of a homeless shelter.

Trading in a six-figure salary for paltry pay and even less respect? Costly. But helping one man get back on his feet?

Priceless. When Zeus, a mentally challenged gentle giant and longtime shelter resident, is arrested for murdering evangelist Benjamin Kurios, Bullock wants answers. Convinced Zeus is incapable of such a hor-

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rific act, Bullock, along with a colorful cadre of characters, sets off on a journey to keep an innocent man off death row. The trip takes a disturbing detour when the bizarre group stumbles upon a transcript of the Book of Nathan and the discovery attracts the sinister attentions of a Jersey mobster, pro-life and pro-choice groups, and a billionaire used to getting his way.

BIOGRAPHY THE IRON BUTTERFLY: Memoir of a Martial Arts Master

by Choon-Ok Harmon (Author), Ana Maria Rodriguez (Contributor) www.pelicanpub.com As a young girl living on the small South Korean island of Koje Do, Choon-Ok Jade Harmon faced a dismal situation. She was the youngest of seven siblings in a large, destitute family that could not afford food, medical care, or coal for the frigid winters. They expected her to follow in the footsteps of a traditional Korean woman, but Harmon wrote her own destiny. Because of her will to survive and succeed, Harmon is now the highest-ranking woman in the Korean martial art system of Kuk Sool Won, with a Ninth-Degree Black Belt. Harmon discovered her path to economic independence and self-fulfillment while watching a martial arts class in the South Korean city of Pusan and decided to dedicate her life to training and teaching Kuk Sool Won, despite the opposition from her family and other martial arts masters. The Iron Butterfly follows Harmon’s journey from a mermaid’s daughter to the female champion of Kuk Sool Won. This compelling memoir illustrates her triumph over often repressive family traditions and language barriers and provides insight into Korean culture and their “women of the sea.”

THE ROAD WARRIORS: Danger, Death, and the Rush of Wrestling

by Joe Animal Laurinaitis and Andrew William Wright www.medallionpress.com Delivering an inside account of one of wrestling’s most famous fighters, this autobiography offers a rare chance to learn about Joe “Animal” Laurinaitis’ life both inside and outside the ring. Revealing riveting stories about his participation in the 1980s and 1990s superstar wrestling team the Road Warriors, it recounts memorable fights with his partner Mike “Hawk” Hegstrand. He describes how he and Mike rose to become a revolutionary tag team — reinventing themselves with spiky accessories and wearing face paint before it was popular — and chronicles famous rivalries, movement between different wrestling associations, and dealing with Mike’s longtime struggle with drugs and alcohol. He also invites fans into his personal life and discusses his family and newfound Christian faith.

TRAVEL “SECRET” GUIDEBOOKS Various Contributors www.jonglezpublishing.com Local guides by local people. Written by local experts, these Secret guides are intended both for the local inhabitants themselves and the curious traveler. The places included in the guides are unusual and unfamiliar, allowing one to step off the beaten track. There are a dozen guides in the series.

One such guidebook is Secret Rome, where you can discover the secrets of St. Mark’s Basilica with not a tourist in sight, crack the mystery of the pillars around the Doge’s Palace, take a trip on the only underground canal in Venice in search of the alchemical sculpture of the winged horse, decode the paintings of the Scuola di San Rocco applying the principles of the Jewish Kabbalah, visit an unknown underground cemetery, sleep in a sublime bedroom concealed within a palazzo, go shopping in Giudecca women’s prison market, and retreat to a wonderful lakeside monastery, away from the crowds.

THE COMPLETE IDIOT’S GUIDE TO THE BEST FAMILY DESTINATIONS

by Kyle McCarthy www.idiotsguide.com Are we there yet? Travel writer Kyle McCarthy, in conjunction with FamilyTravelForum.com, takes readers through five U.S. regions, Canada, and Mexico, uncovering the top 150 destinations for family travelers. Whether it’s a week or a weekend, people look forward to getting away and relaxing with the family, exploring parts unknown, maybe watching children experience the ocean of the mountains for the first time.

From the lush, green American Northeast to the sunny, warm Southwest; from our northern neighbor Canada south to Mexico — and everywhere in between — this fivestar guide brings you hundreds of the best family-friendly vacation spots throughout North America, all in one handy place.

DRIVE I-95: Exit by Exit Info, Maps, History and Trivia 4th Edition

by Stan Posner and Sandra Phillips-Posner www.drivei95.com To help those who travel up and down the East coast, Drive I-95 combines colorful easy-to-follow pictorial maps and fun stories, eliminating the trepidation of a road trip down America s busiest highway. Travelers can look ahead exit-by-exit to see which motels and gas stations are coming up, where the radar trap are or where to stop for a good homemade meal. The drive from Boston to Miami or any section inbetween will become more pleasant and less stressful by knowing where to find: 24 hour gas stations (and which ones have a mechanic!) and pharmacies, 800 numbers for

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motel chains, camp grounds, golf courses, places that allow pets, shopping malls, supermarkets, internet availability and even which radio stations to tune to.

CHILDREN MARSHALL AND HIS GREEN HIGH-TOPS Camille Blue Amy (Author), Lorena Pugh (Illustrator) www.marshallmouse.com Sweet little Marshall Mouse lives with doting relatives, his parents Mortimer and Mabel and uncles Grant and David.

Marshall longs to wear green high-top sneakers, just like humans do. With those special shoes, Marshall believes he will be better at his favorite game of baseball. Uncle Grant warns that mice don’t wear shoes, but then the kindly uncle becomes part of the family plan to make the shoes as a birthday surprise for Marshall. Will the shoes help Marshall improve the game or will his uncle’s words prove true. His mother warns, be careful what you wish for, you just might get it.

PERFORMING ARTS THE GODFATHER (BFI Film Classics)

by Jon Lewis www.us.macmillan.com/palgrave.aspx Francis Ford Coppola’s The Godfather (1972) marked a transition in American film making, and its success - as a work of art, as a creative property exploited by its studio, Paramount Pictures, as a model for aspiring filmmakers changed Hollywood forever. Jon Lewis’s study of the film looks at the significance of The Godfather in Hollywood’s dramatic box-office turnaround in the 1970s and offers a critical and historical discussion of The Godfather’s place within the crime and gangster film genre. Lewis focuses on the film as a commercial as well as an artistic landmark of American auteur cinema, as a singularly important film in Hollywood studio history and as a brilliant reworked modern genre picture that at once adopts and adapts the gangster film.

SCREENWRITING IN THE LAND OF OZ: The Wizard on Writing, Living, and Making It In Hollywood

by Krevolin Richard www.adamsmediastore.com Set your sights on a screenwriting career — and you know you’re not in Kansas anymore. With some 100,000 original screenplays vying to be among the 7,000 few made into movies every year, craft is key and competition

is fierce. Enter the Wizard: Awardwinning screenwriter and playwright and acclaimed writing instructor Richard Krevolin, who shows you the way to turn your good ideas into great stories, and your great stories into compelling scripts. With the writer’s gift for storytelling and the professor’s gift for teaching, Krevolin gives you the brains, heart, and courage you need to make it in the Emerald City of Hollywood — one yellow brick at a time.

SPORTS THE ULTIMATE BOOK OF BOXING LISTS

by Bert Randolph Sugar and Teddy Atlas www.runningpress.com What were the ten most fantastic knockouts in boxing history?

Which pugilist had the greatest jab of all time? What were the sport’s most intense rivalries? Who scored the biggest upsets in the sport’s annals? Which fighters have the best nicknames? These questions and many others are answered in this bold collection of ranked lists from two of boxing’s most popular commentators. Each list has an introductory paragraph followed by a number of ranked entries, with each entry featuring a brief explanation of ranking plus entertaining and enlightening background information. Also included are original lists contributed exclusive to this book by more than 25 top personalities from boxing and beyond, including Muhammad Ali, Joe Frazier, George Foreman, Oscar De La Hoya, Bernard Hopkins, and more.

HEALTH, BODY & MIND PELICANS, COCONUTS & BUTTERFLIES: CONQUERING CANCER WITH A LIFE OF SOUL

by Ani Kaspar www.pelicanscoconutsandbutterflies.com Breast cancer touches the hearts and souls of everyone exposed to the disease. Annually billions are spent on medical research and treatments that refuse to respect a basic tenet of the Hippocratic Oath: First Do No Harm. Each year younger and younger women are diagnosed with this deadly disease. Author Ani Kaspar was diagnosed with severe cancer in both breasts, but with fierce spirit and determination she challenged “the norm.” Refusing to believe what conventional medicine preaches about breast cancer, Ani sought her own truth. She investigated alter-

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native breast cancer treatment options in the US. Four years and $250,000 later, Ani’s breast cancer is indolent, but for how long? Pelicans, Coconuts & Butterflies takes us on a journey of exploration, devotion, and stubbornness: This is Ani’s intimate story of healing, an extraordinary story of courage, commitment and compassion. Ani advocates a comprehensive mind, body and spirit overhaul that includes intense introspection, total body cleansing and nourishing, and a deeply intimate relationship with yourself, your life and your personal divinity.

THE BOOK OF FIVE RINGS

by Miyamoto Musashi, translated by Thomas Cleary www.shambhala.com This is an insightful text on the subtle arts of confrontation and victory from Asian culture. Written not only for martial artists but for leaders in all professions, the book analyzes the process of struggle and mastery over conflict that underlies every level of human interaction. The Book of Five Rings was composed in 1643 by the famed duelist and undefeated samurai Miyamoto Musashi. Unlike previous editions of The Book of Five Rings, Thomas Cleary’s is an accessible translation, free of jargon, with an introduction that presents the spiritual background of the warrior tradition. Along with Musashi’s text, Cleary translates another important Japanese classic on leadership and strategy: The Book of Family Traditions on the Art of War

by Yagyu Munenori, which highlights the ethical and spiritual insights of Taoism and Zen as they apply to the way of the warrior.

SHIFT: 13 Exercises to Make You Who You Want to Be

by Takumi Yamazaki www.onepeacebooks.com It’s not that you’re lazy, and its not that you lack motivation. No, you have plenty of motivation, but it always seems to fade away just when you need it. The problem is not that you don’t have motivation, it’s that motivation doesn’t stick around long enough. This book takes knowledge and inspiration from motivation specialists and distills it into something easy to understand. Thirteen exercises and seventeen techniques illustrate points to help you take the steps to keep, bring back, or find the motivation you need to make the shift into who you want to be.

SELF HELP THE ECONOMIC DEPENDENCY TRAP: Breaking Free to Self-Reliance

by Calvin Helin, illustrations by Bill Helin www.calvinhelin.com From urban public housing projects to impoverished Native American reservations, middle class suburban

neighborhoods to Wall Street, economic dependency has become a serious pandemic.

Economic dependency is the inability to become financially self-reliant, because government programs aren’t just a temporary help – they’re a permanent crutch. Today, economic dependency has become a way of life for millions of Americans. This book offers effective strategies to help erase poverty.

It advocates self-reliance, policy reform and cultural awareness.

Accountability is required from all; the middle class, the trust fund babies and the underprivileged who see themselves as perpetual victims and have fallen into the entitlement trap. True Blueprints are offered to rescue people from an economical slump and help them improve their life, and re-obtain a sense of self-worth.

THE PLAYFUL AND POWERFUL WARRIOR WITHIN YOU!: How to Reclaim Your Personal Power and Live a Fulfilling Life of True Adventure!

by GJ Reynolds www.powerfulwarrior.com Reclaim your personal power, and be the playful and powerful Warrior you are. Achieve all of your goals, dreams, and aspirations. Find the love, peace, playfulness, and power inside you to live a meaningful life on purpose, with purpose, and for purpose. This book is a tool with the potential to evoke lasting life changes, with such lessons as: Always come from love; Be authentic and live authentically; Forgive yourself and others; Share your story; Place God first; Find and live your purpose; Live and be in the now; Leave a Warrior legacy; Always come from your best; Surround yourself with the right people.

WHAT’S NEXT . . . FOR YOU?: The Gussin Guide to Big Changes, Big Decisions, and Big Fun Robert and Patricia Gussin www.the gussinguide.com Much more than a memoir and anything but a how-to-start-a-business manual, What’s Next For You? is a clear, easy-to-understand guide to reinventing yourself from two people who did it themselves and lived to tell the tale. Through the engaging, first-person, he said/she said narrative, authors Robert and Patricia Gussin deliver an inspirational guide filled with advice on why it’s never too late to reinvent yourself, and why doing what you love (and loving what you do) is always within reach. A tale of switching gears, changing careers, and overcoming “paralysis by analysis,” What’s Next For You? takes the mystery out of that question of how to get from where you are to where you want to be.

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