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Vol. 23, Issue 179 September, 2012 Publisher Albert F. Martino, Jr. Senior Editor Melissa Wolcott Martino Sales Vicki Kolb Barbara McGovern Senior Sports Editor Peter Martino Graphic Designer Missy Lynn Contributors Sylvie Damien Marty Peters Deborah Quigley Roland Stone Photographers Melissa Wolcott Martino Proofreader Charlie deCatta Cover Photo: Courtesy of Brad Paisley Mgmt PUBLISHED ON LINE BY

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LOCAL FOCUS INDIE FILMS COMING TO TAMPA BAY - Sept 6-8 The Tampa Bay Arts & Education Network’s 19th Annual Independents’ Film Festival Is coming September 6, 7 & 8 to the Tampa Wyndham Westshore and will feature the best new independent films including Christopher Mihm’s spooky new love letter to William Castle, House of Ghosts, funny and incredibly well-made animations from Ringling, a fairy tale animation that took 15 years to make, and the sweet life in a small Italian town. 12 screenings, 7 workshops, 2 parties, a trade show, location tours of Tampa Bay for filmmakers, 20 + local, national and international filmmakers and hundred’s of film-crazed fans…..that’s the 2012 IFF. www.tbae.net

HISTORICAL WRITING WORKSHOPS AT HERITAGE VILLAGE - Sept 7 Award-winning author Angela T. Pisaturo returns to Heritage Village to host workshops on July 6 and Sept. 7 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Each threehour workshop will be unique and will cover aspects of writing historical novels, from research to setting the scene. Cost for each workshop is $15/ historical society members $13; extensive handouts provided. Advance registration recommended. Heritage Village, 11909 125th St., N. Largo. (727) 582-2233 or visit www.pinellascounty.org/heritage/

4th ANNUAL FARA BALL - Sept 8 The Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Alliance (FARA), along with the USF Ataxia Research Center (USF ARC) is hosting its fourth annual FARA Energy Ball on Saturday September 8 at Tampa’s A La Carte Event Pavilion. The event benefits research for Friedreich’s Ataxia (FA), a debilitating multisystem disease and the most common cause of inherited ataxia. In addition to FARA, a portion of funds will be contributed to USF ARC and will be targeted to support research on a broader scope of Ataxias. The FARA Energy Ball will begin with cocktail reception and silent auction at 5:30 p.m. and will be followed by a seated five-course dinner and live auction at 8 p.m. Tod Leiweke, Tampa Bay Lightning, CEO, and his wife Tara are serving as Chairs of the event for the second year in a row. Wendy Ryan of ABC Action News will also be returning as emcee for the evening. Headlining this year’s event will be the Soul Power Review. For the first time, FARA and USF Health will be streaming live the science symposium online for those who want to hear the latest science, but can’t make it to the event. The symposium will be broadcasted on the FARA Facebook Page. The Understanding a Cure science symposium will feature guest speakers who will share exciting new discoveries and insights to cardiomyopathy, gene therapy and development of new drugs that are leading to therapies for FA with encouraging implications for other conditions, and a special panel of individuals living with FA who will share their experiences and perspectives. (813) 600-8179. www.cureFA.org/energyball 4

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Apollo Beach Skate Park Grand Opening - Sept 8 Hillsborough County will hold a grand opening ceremony for the Apollo Beach Skate Park on Saturday, Sept. 8 at 10 a.m. This 11,000 square-foot street plaza is located at 664 Golf and Sea Blvd. in Apollo Beach. The Apollo Beach Skate Park is shaped like a three-pointed star with an elevated center. Each of the three points has a structure that allows skaters to turn around and keep a constant flow. Its unique shape and landscape allows for endless lines throughout. Any skater can skate around the entire park or simply skate one element at a time. The Apollo Beach Skate Park contains various textures, providing for a real street experience. All skaters must wear helmets, complete a waiver, and have it notarized. Apollo Beach Park & Skate Park, 664 Golf and Sea Blvd., Apollo Beach. www.hillsboroughcounty.org/Facilities. aspx?Page=detail&RID=265

St Pete Art & Fashion Week Sept 10 - 15 St. Pete Art & Fashion Week is a series of art & runway fashion shows presented once a year in September. SPAFW takes place at various locations throughout downtown St. Petersburg FL and benefits local charitable organizations. SPAFW is made up of a team of entrepreneurs who have passion and determination for the Tampa Bay fashion community and its growing industry. St. Pete Art & Fashion Week 2012 benefits the Children’s Dream Fund. The 2012 weeklong event features activities for the whole family including free art workshops, boutique shows, art shows, and live music along with a massive fashion & art gala. The gala will feature spring/ summer 2013 designer collections, hair show, exclusive art show and charity presentation. For more information, visit www.stpeteartandfashionweek.com/

Guy Harvey Outpost Grand Opening Events - Sept 13 & 15 In celebration of the new Guy Harvey Outpost, a TradeWinds Beach Resort, the hotel will be hosting two unique events that will allow fans to interact with the legendary fisherman, artist and conservationist, Dr. Guy Harvey. On Thur., Sept.13 from 11 a.m. - noon, the resort will host a Meet & Greet with Dr. Harvey at the new Guy Harvey Outfitter Shop, located on the lobby level of the resort. Fans are welcome to bring Guy Harvey merchandise for autographs and will have the opportunity to take pictures. Merchandise including Guy Harvey’s popular marine life t-shirts and coffee table books will be available for purchase in the Outfitter Shop. Space is limited. On Sat., Sept. 15, TradeWinds Island Grand, Guy Harvey Outpost’s sister property, will host a film festival, in conjunction with the Gulf of Mexico Fisheries Symposium. The festival will feature two of Guy Harvey’s award-winning documentaries, followed by trailers for his upcoming films. Beginning at 7 p.m., the first film screened will be This is Your Ocean: Sharks. The star of the film is Emma, a 12-foot tiger shark that forms an unconventional friendship with famed scuba diver, Jim Abernethy. Also on tap for viewers will be Harvey’s latest film, Mystery of the Grouper Moon. The movie focuses on a reef in Little Cayman where thousands of Nassau grouper congregate each February during the full moon. Admission for both events is free. Guy Harvey Outpost, 6000 Gulf Boulevard, St. Pete Beach (727) 360-5551. www.tradewindsresort.com/ 6

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TRADEWINDS CASINO CRUISE There’s a new game in town!

Accent on Tampa Bay attended the ribbon-cutting and preview of the new casino cruise out of John’s Pass recently. The 200 ft. ship can carry up to 425 passengers, five days a week. On board are 200 slot machines, plus table games (roulette, craps, blackjack) and sports book — and a buffet! For more information, please visit the Tradewinds Cruise Lines at www.twcls.com/

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GASPARILLA INTERNATIONAL FILM FEST - Sept 14 Attendees at this year’s Gasparilla International Film Festival will have an opportunity to choose from more than 120 movies that will be seen in a variety of Tampa locations, including: Tampa Theatre, Cinebistro in Hyde Park Village and Muvico Ybor. Films range from drama and horror features to a selection of shorts, and the line-up also includes the world premiere of Alive Again, which features a Tampa resident, Joel Tavera. “This year’s selection gives the Tampa Bay Community a first look at some of the most sought after independent films before they are released,” says Joe Restaino, board president of GIFF. “We have recruited and screened films from all of the top film festivals and are excited more filmmakers and talent will be present at GIFF this year to represent their films.” www.gasparillafilmfestival.com/ GIFF Career Achievement Award: Chazz Palminteri

Dunedin Starlight Concert - Sept 14, 21, 28

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Head to Highlander Park in Dunedin every Friday in September at 7 p.m. for a free Starlight Concert Enjoy an evening of live music under the stars; concessions available or bring a picnic basket, a blanket, or lawn chairs. Admission is free. Music groups that will play in September include Vodkanauts on September 14, Bus Stop Band, on September 21 and Late Night Brass on September 28. www.dunedingov.com/

Girls Just Wanna Have Fun gala - Sept 15 Pack in two days of fabulousness into one day. Enjoy a scrumptious Brunch and Fashion Show 12:00 noon – 2:00 PM. Work off brunch by shopping, shopping and more shopping with Pamper Me Party Exhibitors in a windowed room overlooking the Gulf 2:00PM – 6:00PM. Special entertainment surprises at 3:00, 4:00 and 5:00 PM, and Door Prize drawings throughout the Pamper Me Party event. Stay for the after party Cocktail party at 6:00 PM, watch the sunset, and enter a drawing for a fabulous Grand Prize. Ladies will gather at the Riverside Grille House, 10 W. Dodecanese Blvd, in Tarpon Springs. For ticket information, visit www.palmharborcc.org or call (727) 784-4287.

COCKTAILS & COUTURE - Sept 16 Cocktails & Couture will spotlight a fashion show featuring contemporary collections from Saks Fifth Avenue and fall 2012 trends by Tribeca ColorSalon, held at Ritz Ybor. Guests are encouraged to dress in highfashion attire, and will be treated to entertainment by the Bella Danza Dance Collective, singer Anye’ Cole with music by the Crate Brothers. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Pediatric Cancer Foundation (PCF). Cocktails & Couture is open to the general public ages 18 & up. General Admission and VIP tickets are available online at www.theritzybor.com.

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Turner Classic Movies series - Sept 19, Oct 24, Nov 15 Fathom Events and Turner Classic Movies are presenting a special event series featuring four newly restored titles commemorating Universal Pictures’ 100th anniversary. The series begins with Alfred Hitchcock’s The Birds on Wednesday, September 19; and continues with a double feature of Frankenstein and The Bride of Frankenstein on Wednesday, October 24; followed by a special 50th Anniversary edition of To Kill a Mockingbird on Thursday, November 15. Each event will begin at 7:00 p.m. local time, with special matinees in select theaters at 2:00 p.m. The series will feature newly restored versions of the films created by Universal in celebration of its 100th Anniversary, and will also include a specially-produced TCM introduction by film historian, author and TCM host Robert Osborne, who will take audiences behind the scenes for each of these American classics with unique insights into their making. Tickets for these special film events in the Turner Classic Movies series are available at participating theater box offices: Park Place Stadium 16 with RPX, 7200 Us Highway 19 N, Pinellas Park. www.FathomEvents.com.

The Centre’s 21st Annual Gourmet Feastival - Sept 20 Spend an evening tempting your tastebuds and bidding on the trip of your dreams at the Hyatt Regency-Downtown Tampa for the Gourmet Feastival. Sample some of Tampa Bay’s finest restaurants and beverage purveyors as they offer their savory fare. There will also be a silent and a live auction filled with unique items. The Centre has been helping residents of our community for 35 years. All the funds raised at the annual Gourmet Feastivals support their mission to provide hope, knowledge, and peace of mind through our job placement services for women; professional counseling; home repairs for lower income seniors; and substance abuse treatment programs. www.thecentre.org

PROFESSIONAL BULL RIDERS at THE TAMPA BAY TIMES FORUM - Sept 21-22 The Professional Bull Riders will bring the “Toughest 8 Seconds in Sports” back to Tampa for the 14th time when the Top 35 bull riders in the world compete on the fiercest bucking bulls on the planet. The nationally-televised PBR Built Ford Tough Series (BFTS) features the best, highest-paid bull riders in the world, including Florida native and top 25 rider, Caleb Sanderson of Kissimmee. Thrilling 8-second rides and jaw-dropping wrecks are a part of the action throughout the adrenaline-fueled performance, as the PBR’s brave cowboys risk it all against monstrous animal athletes that can weigh as much as 2,000 pounds. Competing for more than $125,000 in total prize money, each of the Top 35 riders in the world will ride on Friday and Saturday. Following Round 1 on Friday, the riders with the 10 highest cumulative scores will each compete with one more bull. Following Round 3 on Saturday, the riders with the 10 highest cumulative scores will advance to the Built Ford Tough Championship Round where they will compete with one more bull. The overall event winner will be the rider with the highest combined score from all four rounds, earning $30,000 for first place. www.pbr.com/ 10

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4th Annual Chili Cook Off - Sept 22 Cooks will receive a commemorative cookoff apron, beverage tickets and other perks. Complete rules for cooks and hot sauce vendors are available online. Entries for chili or salsa judging will be accepted until Wednesday, September 19. Creators of some of last year’s top rated chilis will be back along with many new faces. Cooks will compete for hand blown glass serving bowls created at the Industrial Arts Center. Votes for the People’s Choice Award will be sold for $1 each to support the IAC operating fund. The panel of three judges will comprise one local celebrity, one media representative and one local chef. Judges and entertainment will be announced later. For information, visit the IAC online at www.IndustrialArtsCenter.org or call 727-289-9365.

WINE UNDER THE STARS - Sept 22 6th Annual Wine Under the Stars Wine and Dine Through the Decades. Support hands on STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education for students in grades K-12. Last year’s fundraiser, helped served over 40,000 students and families in programs like these: Lego Robotics, CSI Forensics, Engineering, Manufacturing, Earth and Life Sciences and more. 6pm -10pm. Food and wine tastings, casino gaming, silent auction. Science & Technology Education Innovation Center (formerly the Science Center of Pinellas) 7701 22nd Ave N St. Pete FL, 33710. www.sciencecenterofpinellas.org/

Habitat for Humanity Hammers & Heartstrings Gala “Havana Nights” - Sept 22

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This event will be held on Saturday, September 25 at the The Sandpearl Resort, 500 Mandalay Ave., Clearwater. You can wine, dine, and dance the night away, and you will leave with a sense of joy and pride knowing you helped a family move out of substandard living conditions into a beautiful, safe and affordable home. The event features casino gaming, dancing, auctions, cocktails and dinner. 6:30 pm. www.habitatpinellas.org/

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19th ANNUAL PIER AQUARIUM FISH HEAD BALL - Sept 28 Move over, James Bond, Derek Flint and Austin Powers! Join in as Sharkstin fights the arch-villain Dr. Evil. Can Sharkstin stop this madman? Time travel to the 1960s and meet the characters at this shagadelicious Fish Head Ball Coliseum party ...the suave and not-so-suave male super spies, the beautiful, dangerous and sexy women who find them irresistible and the numerous minions and henchmen of the infamous Dr. Evil. Like all good spies, you will eat, drink, bid ridiculously high on auction items and dance the night away. Casino tables, live and silent auctions, swag bags, Dr. Evil, Mini Me and Sharkstin. 6-10pm Friday, Sept. 28, The Coliseum, 535 4th Ave. N, St. Petersburg, FL. www.pieraquarium.org/

THE BRIGHT HOUSE 2012 CLEARWATER SUPER BOAT NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP - Sept 28-30 High-power offshore powerboat racing comes to Clearwater Sept 28 to 30. The 2011 Clearwater races saw huge crowds turn out to Clearwater Beach, where an estimated 25,000 people on 2,500 boats lined the beaches of the 2.5-mile-long race course. Beaches were lined 20 deep with beach-going spectators while others watched from the comfort of hotels, restaurants and condos along the beach. Crowds for the 2010 event were estimated upwards of 65,000. All proceeds from the festival benefit local marine charities. www.ClearwaterSuperBoat.com

2012 Progressive Insurance Tampa Boat Show Docks - Sept 28-30 The 2012 Progressive Insurance Tampa Boat Show cruises into Tampa this fall to showcase the marine industry’s newest boats and marine accessories for sale, plus provide aquatic attractions for all ages. From Sept. 28 through 30, visitors to the Bay Area’s largest boat show can view, board and enjoy one-of-a-kind deals on hundreds of boats from the region’s top dealers and cutting edge marine accessories and electronics. The three-day boating extravaganza will take fun to new depths with interactive features for families and boaters of all experience levels. Want to learn to SCUBA? Anyone 10 and older can take the plunge and discover the world of diving in the heated, 15,000-gallon DEMA “Be a Diver Pool.” Attendees also can enjoy complimentary boating courses along Tampa Bay or explore Fred’s Shed DIY Seminars & Interactive Learning Center for free professional advice and hands-on clinics on boat maintenance, repair and upgrade techniques. For more features and information, call (954) 441-3220. visit www.TampaBoatShow.com/ 12

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“Over the Edge” for Heartbeat International Exhilarating Fundraising Event Seeking Sponsors and Volunteers Heartbeat International Foundation, Inc. (HBI) is bringing the most exhilarating fundraising event back to downtown Tampa Dec 1. Over the Edge for Heartbeat International will send seventy-six participants rappelling 280 ft “over the edge” of the Franklin Exchange building. Why are they asking people to rappel off a skyscraper? To save lives. Funds raised from this event will benefit HBI’s Pacemaker Program, which provides pacemakers and other cardiac devices to the world’s poorest populations. Cardiovascular disease is the world’s #1 killer, and according to the World Health Organization, over 80% of cardiovascular disease deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries. There are many ways to get involved in the event: rappel, “Toss Your Boss,” donate, sponsor, volunteer, and help spread the word. More information and registration can be found online www.HeartbeatSavesLives.org.

32nd ANNUAL TAMPA BAY SENIOR GAMES - Oct 1-12 Seniors can go for the gold at the 32nd Annual Tampa Bay Senior Games will be on Oct. 1-12. Registration is open until Sept. 21 for anyone age 50 or older as of Dec. 31, 2012. The games feature two weeks of competition in various activities, such as basketball, billiards, bowling, cribbage, dominoes, golf, hobby show, pickleball, pinochle, swimming, table tennis, talent showcase, tennis, and track and field. New events this year include softball and corn hole. Entry fee includes unlimited participation in the games, a ticket to the awards luncheon, opening ceremony continental breakfast, and t-shirt. Last year’s oldest contestant was 96 years young and the youngest was 50. For the registration form, event schedule and event locations, visit www.hillsboroughcounty.org/index.aspx?NID=2848

USO Tampa Bay Ready to Serve Troops and Military Families Located at Tampa International Airport, USO Tampa Bay, Inc. will serve military throughout central Florida. Active duty troops and military families living in the Tampa area, as well as the more than 300,000 who transit through the Tampa International Airport, each year now have a USO center to call home. Open seven 7 days a week from 6am until 9pm, USO Tampa Bay will offer signature USO programs and services to troops and their families such as Internet connectivity, laptops, television, telephones, snacks and beverages. The center will also be a future host of United Through Reading’s Military Program, which allows service men and women to record themselves reading a story to their children or other family members and have that recording sent home to their loved ones. www.usotampabay.org. 14

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SEPTEMBER EVENTS Zombie Dance Workshops EVERY Friday 6-8 PM The Pier will be holding another “Thrill St. Pete” event on Saturday, October 27th with zombies performing Michael Jackson’s “Thriller”. Every Friday from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the Dockside Activity Room, you can learn the dance, so you’ll be ready for our Zombie Saturday - October 27th. Information on this year’s event can be found on Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/thrillstpete/ Annual Corvettes on The Pier - Sept 1 The Suncoast Corvette Association is presenting the 18th Annual “Corvettes @ The Pier!”, Labor Day weekend. (This is a rain or shine show. But, in the event of an imminent Hurricane, the date will be September 10.) Door prizes, 50/50 and entertainment will be provided by the “Easy Street” band from 10:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at The Pier. Robert Harris Group returns to The Pier - Sept 9 A nicer bunch of guys is hard to find. The Robert Harris Group, from Orlando, is a great addition to The Pier’s line-up of musicians for the Music Fest by the Bay. Listen to their jazz and R&B sounds on Sunday, September 9th, from 1:00-4:00 p.m., as they perform their special numbers. Columbia Restaurant at The Pier Rolls Back Prices for “1905 Day” to Celebrate 107th Anniversary of Florida’s Oldest Restaurant - Sept 16 On Sunday, September 16th, Columbia Restaurant at The Pier* rolls back their prices for “1905 Day” to celebrate the 107th Anniversary of Florida’s oldest restaurant, owned and operated by fourth and fifth generation founding family members. As has been the tradition since their 75th Anniversary, the Columbia has developed a special menu with the prices of yesteryear for this day. From noon until 7:00 p.m. on “1905 Day”, guests will enjoy the Columbia Restaurant’s world-famous Spanish cuisine for the prices they might have paid in the “good ole days”. “Talk to Mark” returns to rock The Pier - Sept 16 The band, when asked what their name was a few years back said, “I don’t know. Talk to Mark.” And the name was born. This NEW band returns to perform at The Pier on Sunday, September 16th from 1:00-4:00 p.m. for The Pier’s Music Fest by the Bay with their original sounds. “Mike Baier & Doubletake” debut at The Pier - Sept 23 The band has been together about 36 years. They played all the country clubs in the Tampa Bay area, clubs, private parties, shows and all events. Doubletake plays all the hits of the past and brings you back to the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s and later years. They perform oldies, rock and roll, country, jazz and standards.

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Crime Stoppers of Pinellas County 11th Annual Crime Stoppers Classic Golf Tournament Oct 12 Crime Stoppers of Pinellas County will hold their 11th Annual Crime Stoppers Classic Golf Tournament on Friday, October 12 at the Pasadena Yacht & Country Club, located at 6300 Pasadena Point Blvd. in Gulfport. The cost is $125 per player. This amazing afternoon of golf includes lunch, a putting contest and holein-one challenge, followed by prize drawings, a silent auction, awards

and a delicious barbeque dinner buffet in the clubhouse. Registration starts at 11:00 a.m. with a Shotgun Start at 1:00 p.m. Awards, dinner

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and drawings will follow the Tournament at 5:00 p.m. For more information on registration or Sponsorships, go to www.crimestoppersgolf.com Since 2001, Crime Stoppers of Pinellas County, Inc. has been a non-profit organization that partners with citizens, the media and law enforcement to help solve and prevent crime in our community. Their anonymous tip line can be reached by calling 1-800-873-TIPS. It is answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and rewards of up to $1,000 are offered for tips resulting in the arrest of criminal suspects. To date, the program has been instrumental in the arrest of more than 754 individuals, clearing over 1,766 cases and the recovery of more than $4.7 million worth of stolen property and narcotics, in Pinellas County alone. The Pinellas County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office employs and houses the Pinellas Crime Stoppers Program Administrator through a grant from the Office of the Attorney General - Crime Stoppers Trust Fund. No taxpayer dollars are used to fund Crime Stoppers, so your help is vital in keeping this program going. The successful program relies on your partnership, and your contributions to fundraisers to help further the goal of making Pinellas County a safer place to live, work and visit.

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EXHIBITS Windows to Our Wildest Place: These permanent, hands-on educational exhibits help visitors understand how natural Florida has changed over time and the ecological footprints left by those changes. Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thurs-Sat; closed Sun through Wed and holidays. (727) 4536800; www.brookercreekpreserve.org. Connecting People and Place: This is an art-inspired, permanent hands-on educational exhibit of the area’s history, ecology and people at the Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Drive NE, St. Petersburg. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thurs-Sat; closed Sun-Wed and holidays. (727) 453-6500; www.weedonislandpreserve.org. ONGOING Nature Walks along the trails at Fort De Soto Park: Free one-hour guided nature walks are offered along six different trails each Sat and Sun, except holidays. Emerging from the wealth of bird life, sea life, wild life and plant life is the majestic tapestry called Fort De Soto Park. The park consists of 1,136 acres made up of five interconnected islands (keys). These keys are home to beach plants, mangroves, wetlands, palm hammocks, hardwoods and scores of native plants. The park is also home to beaches that provide refuge to the loggerhead sea turtles and more than 290 species of birds. 10 to 11 a.m. Fort De Soto Park, Tierra Verde. (727) 552-1862; www.pinellascounty.org/park. Sept. 1 Dog Training: Learn the basics of dog training in a seminar for all who have adopted dogs from Pinellas County Animal Services or other shelters in the county. Learn about housetraining, loose-leash walking and dealing with challenging dog behaviors. No dogs at the class please. 10 a.m. Free. Pinellas County Animal Services, 12450 Ulmerton Road, Largo. (727) 582-2600; www.pinellascounty.org/animalser18

vices. Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Brooker Creek Guided Hike: See how the land has changed over time and the ecological footprints left by those changes. Closed-toe shoes, water and hat recommended. Best for ages 6 and older. 9 to 10:30 a.m. Free; advance registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve, Tarpon Springs. (727) 453-6800; www.brookercreekpreserve.org. Weedon Island Guided Hike: Learn about the ecosystems and the early residents of Weedon Island Preserve while hiking the coastal uplands and the boardwalks through mangrove forests. Best for ages 6 and older. 9 to 11 a.m. Free; advance registration required. Weedon Island Preserve, St. Petersburg. (727) 453-6500; www.weedonislandpreserve.org. Sept. 1 Nature Photo Adventure Scavenger Hunt: Labor Day weekend is a great time to join in on family fun at Weedon Island Preserve in a Photo Adventure Scavenger Hunt. Bring a digital camera and pick up the list of clues at the front desk at the center. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. No registration required. Weedon Island Preserve, St. Petersburg. (727) 453-6500; www.weedonislandpreserve.org. Florida’s Alien Wildlife, Exotics in the News: Giant dog-killing toads, twenty-foot pythons. Join a Sensing Nature biologist and learn how to battle these exotic critters that grab media headlines. Afterwards enjoy an easy hike while experiencing the wonderful habitats along Brooker Creek’s trails. Adults and families welcome. 10 a.m. to noon. Free; advance registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve, Tarpon Springs. (727) 453-6800; www.brookercreekpreserve.org. Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27 Book Time at Brooker: Children ages 3 to 5 connect to the wonders of the natural world through a story and a craft, game or other hands-on activity. 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Free; advance www.AccentOnTampaBay.com

registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve, Tarpon Springs. (727) 4536800; www.brookercreekpreserve.org Sept. 6 Salty Topics – Coral Spawning: Underwater Coral Reefs are full of marvel and mystery. Learn about coral spawning, a synchronous underwater spectacle that occurs each summer in Florida’s coastal waters. Light refreshments provided by the Friends of Weedon Island at 6:45 p.m. Free; advance registration required. Weedon Island Preserve, St. Petersburg. (727) 453-6500; www.weedonislandpreserve.org. Sept. 7 Historical Writing Workshops: Award-winning author Angela T. Pisaturo returns to Heritage Village to host another workshop on Sept. 7 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Each three-hour workshop is unique and covers aspects of writing historical novels, from research to setting the scene. Cost for the workshop is $15/historical society members $13; extensive handouts provided. Advance registration recommended. Heritage Village, Largo. (727) 582-2233 or visit www.pinellascounty.org/heritage. Sept. 8 Bald Eagles of Pinellas: Join Barbara Walker from Clearwater Audubon as she talks about our magnificent national bird. 10 to 11 a.m. Free. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, Tarpon Springs. (727) 4536800; www.brookercreekpreserve.org. Adult Ecology, Plant ID Series – Identifying Grasses, Sedges and Rushes: Learn to identify grasses, sedges and rushes. The focus will be on distinguishing characteristics of a few common genera. 1 to 2:30 p.m. Free; advance registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve, Tarpon Springs. (727) 453-6800; www.brookercreekpreserve.org. Florida 4-H Discovering Nature With Your Child. The second Saturday of each month, an Extension naturalist will lead families through a fun, activity-based learning adventure

designed by 4-H to help in understanding the wonders of the natural world. 1 to 2:30 p.m. Free; advance registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve, Tarpon Springs. (727) 453-6800; www.brookercreekpreserve.org. Discover Culture and Nature With Your Child: Stop by the Weedon Island open classroom anytime between 1 and 3 p.m. to participate in a variety of self-guided archaeological activities. Sifting through the past will teach how early people made their living from our bay and waterways. No registration required. Recommended for families with children of all ages. Weedon Island Preserve, St. Petersburg. (727) 453-6500; www.weedonislandpreserve.org. Sept. 13, 27 Wee Time at Weedon: Children ages 3 to 5 are treated to a variety of stories, crafts, games and hands-on activities that connect them to their environment. This week’s story is all about insects, On Beyond Bugs, part of The Cat in the Hat Learning Library by Tish Rabe. 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Free; advance registration required. Weedon Island Preserve, St. Petersburg. (727) 453-6500; www.weedonislandpreserve.org. What’s Bugging Your Plants and What To Do About It: This class increases awareness of beneficial insects and the pests upon which they prey. Master Gardener Nancy Bevilacqua will discuss what’s best for the environment and the plants giving the most concern. First class 2 to 3:30 p.m.; second 6:15 to 7:45 p.m. Free; advance registration required at www.pce-lawnandgarden.eventbrite.com. (727) 582-2603. Sept. 15 Photography Hike: This hike is a perfect opportunity for adult photographers to hone their skills. After a classroom session highlighting specific wildlife behaviors and focus tips, guides will assist participants in capturing the natural beauty outdoors. 8 to 10 a.m. Free; advance registration required. Weedon Island Preserve, St. Petersburg. (727) 453-6500; www.weedonislandpresrve.org. Rain Harvesting: Learn how to save rainwater in a recycled plastic barrel. The collected water may be used for plant beds, potted plants, and vegetable and herb gardens. 9 to 10:30 a.m. $10 advance registration fee. Each attendee will receive the booklet Building and Installing the Rain

Barrel, one 60-gallon plastic barrel and a 3/4” spigot. Pinellas County Extension, 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo. Registration required at www.pce-lawnandgarden.eventbrite.com. Sept. 15 Citizen Scientist – a Beginners Course: Ever notice flowers blooming earlier or new birds migrating through yards? Instructors Mary Campbell and Lara Miller will explain the reasons for variations in cycles and will introduce the topic of phenology. 1 to 3 p.m. Free; advance registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center Auditorium, Tarpon Springs. (727) 453-6800; www.brookercreekpreserve.org.

Sept. 20 Archaeology Lecture - The Bioarchaeology of Promtin Tai (Thailand): Promtin Tai is a multi-component site in central Thailand occupied by early humans during the late prehistoric and historic periods. Dr. Scott Burnett of Eckerd College will describe recent excavation seasons at the site and our 2012 bioarchaeological examination of iron age burials, including both skeletal and dental indicators of health and disease. 8:30 to 9 p.m. Free; registration is requested. Weedon Island Preserve, St. Petersburg. (727) 453-6500; www.weedonislandpreserve.org. Sept. 22 Gopher Tortoise, Icon of the Uplands: Weedon Island Preserve is home to one of the three largest remaining gopher tortoise populations in Pinellas County. George L. Heinrich Ecological Services will introduce the www.AccentOnTampaBay.com

important role played by this keystone species during this family-oriented program. A PowerPoint presentation will be followed by an interpretive hike on the preserve’s trails. Participants will have an opportunity to search for this threatened species, view their burrows, and examine forage species. 9 to 11 a.m. Free; advance registration required. Weedon Island Preserve, St. Petersburg. (727) 453-6500; www.weedonislandpreserve.org. Sept. 29 Junior Docent Orientation: Approved as a Bright Future volunteer location, Heritage Village’s Junior Docent Program encourages teens, ages 12 to 17 to learn about local and Florida history by providing historical house tours, demonstrating living history activities, participating in special events and much more. 10 a.m. Parents must also attend. Applications are now being accepted. Email heritagevillage@ pinellascounty.org, or call 582-2125. Heritage Village, Largo, FL. Big Birds for Beginners: Curious about the large birds that can be seen in Pinellas County? Want to learn how to identify them? Join Lynn Sumerson as he explains large birds and how they can be easily identified.10:30 a.m. to noon. Free; advance registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve, Tarpon Springs. (727) 453-6800; www.brookercreekpreserve.org. Canoe and Kayak Coastal Clean Up: Be a part of the nation’s largest single-day volunteer clean-up event for public lands. Public lands and estuaries provide benefits that are critical to ecosystem health and the health and well-being of people who recreate on them and live in close proximity to them. 9 a.m. to noon. Free; advance registration required. Weedon Island Preserve, St. Petersburg. (727) 4536500; www.weedonislandpreserve.org. Sea Grant Open House: Join Pinellas County Sea Grant Extension to celebrate the 150th anniversary of land grant universities! Interactive Marine Learning Stations will guide you through some of the cutting edge research, education and outreach being conducted by Sea Grant around the state of Florida. Free; no registration required. Recommended for families with children of all ages. Weedon Island Preserve, St. Petersburg. (727) 453-6500; www.weedonislandpreserve.org.

NASA Astronaut Cleared for Landing at DFAC’s Kid’s ART Fest

n what proves to be a timely presentation, the Dunedin Fine Art Center is following closely on the heels of NASA’s Curiosity landing on Mars, with four new space-themed exhibitions in their galleries, and a Kid’s ART Fest on Saturday, September 8, featuring Pinellas County’s own astronaut, Nicole Passonno Stott. At 10 am, Ms. Stott will be on hand to present awards for the space-themed BLAST-OFF exhibit in the Kokolakis Family - Youth gallery. She will also be giving a presentation herself at 11:45 am and then signing autographs from 1 - 2pm. A new space installation in the David L. Mason Children’s ART Museum, partners, games, food, music and take-home art activities all come together for a fun-filled day for the entire family. This year’s BLAST OFF: The Final Frontier theme led to a natural fit with the Star Wars troopers of the 501st, who will be on-hand to keep the peace. Dance and Circus Arts of Tampa Bay, will be making a return appearance at DFAC and putting on and incredible aerial display. Bones South, a bay area trombone group under the direction of Tom Drick, will present two space-inspired medleys, in addition to other spirited musical offerings. The festival which runs from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm features lots of hands-on fun which will include the popular paint-a-car activity, where kids get to paint their designs on a real automobile supplied by Florida Auto Exchange and the Kiwanis will be serving hot dogs. Admission is free (donations accepted). For more info call 727-298-DFAC. Dunedin Fine Art Center, 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin, FL 34698. visit www.dfac.org

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Imagination Movers at Ruth Eckerd Hall - Sept 22

n 2003, four New Orleans friends – Rich Collins, Scott Durbin, Dave Poche and Scott “Smitty” Smith – started gathering after their kids’ bedtimes to write songs and brainstorm ideas about a children’s television show. Two years later, they had become the latest sensation of their musical city, attracting parents and children alike with an eclectic pop sensibility and lyrical turns about healthy snacks and playing catch and conquering childhood fears of bedtime. They live according to their motto: “Reach high, think big, work hard, have fun!” This motto has served the band well. Not even the Imagination Movers could have fully imagined the band’s current breakthrough success. The Movers have filmed three seasons of their hit music-andcomedy series for Disney Junior and they have sold roughly 250,000 CDs and DVDs to date. Critical acclaim includes nods from Entertainment Weekly and The New York Times, which reported the Movers are “prized by many parents for non-condescending lyrics and music that evokes the Beastie Boys or Red

Hot Chili Peppers.” Parenting magazine praised the band’s “dash of rebellion” and songs that are “fresh and treacle-free.” National television appearances include The View, Live with Regis & Kelly, and Good Morning America. In 2009, the Imagination Movers won a Daytime Emmy Award from the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences for outstanding original song in the children’s show/animation category. For the Movers, it all starts with the songs. “Above all, we love following our muse and trying to write the best songs possible,” says Collins. “We’re proud of the hooks and production throughout Rock-OMatic.” The band never sets out to target songs to specific age groups, Collins adds. Instead, a typical Movers set is “a collection of catchy pop/rock songs that we hope reflects our love and respect for the art form.” Movers songs are inspired by their kids at home (Collins has five children; Poche and Durbin each have two.) but they also reveal a farreaching musical sensibility, from hip-hop to country and numerous points in between. “Old funk, new wave, cool grooves, a little bit of punky stuff,” Smitty says. “You listen to our music and you can pull a lot of that out.” For more information, visit www.rutheckerdhall.com

peaceable kingdom cooperative games for kids eaceable Kingdom has p launched five games in the hot categories of cooperative and preschool skills-builder that makes playtime a time to share, play fair, and have fun. With Preschool Skills Builder games, everyday tasks -- like cutting with safety scissors or recognizing left from right -- are mastered in a cooperative game. These new game titles are Feed The Woozle, Willy’s Wiggly Web and Snug As A Bug In A Rug. The new line of preschool skills-builder games are divided into three age-appropriate levels: 3-4 years (Level 1), 4-5 years (Level 2) and 5-6 years (Level 3). In Snug As A Bug In A Rug (ages 3-6), spin the spinner and find a matching bug. Then slip it under the rug. It’s okay, Moms, because it’s just a game! Everyone works together to get all

the colorful bugs under the rug before the three stinkbugs release their smelliness around the room. The game includes 24 bright bugs, three stink bugs, a die, instructions for three game levels and a game board with a built-in spinner. Once preschoolers complete the game they will have mastered visual discrimination, taking turns, rolling a die, recognizing colors and shapes, distinguishing big and little, and counting. www.peaceablekingdom.com/

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Carrollwood Cultural Center Children’s Theatre Series The Carrollwood Cultural Center’s new season of theatre performances for children educate while entertaining. In the new season, the Center will welcome several theatre companies: A.C.T. for Youth; Play’N Around Theatre Company; Broadway Bound; Shana Banana; and The New Christy Minstrels. The 2012/2013 Children’s Theatre Series will include: Little Red Riding Hood; Sunday, Sept. 23 at 2 p.m.; By Play’N Around Theatre Company How to Eat Like a Child; Sunday, Oct. 14 at 2 p.m.; By Broadway Bound Florida Treasures: A Viva Florida History Exploration; Tuesday, Oct. 16 at 10:30 a.m. and Wednesday, Oct. 17 at 10:30 a.m.; By A.C.T. for Youth Elves and the Shoemaker; Sunday, Nov. 4 at 2 p.m.; By Play’N Around Theatre Company Shana Banana’s Merry Chriskwanzanukah; Sunday, Dec. 9 at 2 p.m.; By Shana Banana Once Upon a Time, Harmony & Rhyme: Sharing the Gift of Our Music; Monday, Jan. 7 at 10:30 a.m.; By The New Christy Minstrels Shana Banana’s Bananimagination; Wednesday, Jan. 30 at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.; By Shana Banana The Carrollwood Cultural Center, located at 4537 Lowell Road in Tampa. 813-269-1310. www.carrollwoodcenter.org Shana Banana

Name Bubbles — Names That Stick!

ame Bubbles are the personalized and waterproof way to put your name and contact information on the items and all supplies your child takes to dance camp, daycare and school. They can take a beating in the washer, dryer, dishwasher and food fights in the lunch room or in the pool during a triathlon or on the hiking trail with bug spray and greasy sunscreen all over them. Superior vinyl stickers are water-proof and fade-resistant, and are designed to work on a litany of products. Created to be both functional and

fun, Name Bubbles are easy to apply; they stand out and stay put. Designed for kids of all ages, Name Bubbles are a must have for anything that leaves home. Durable property labels identify baby bottles, gym clothes, sports equipment, camping gear, and other items that can go missing between daycare, school, camp and vacation. With Name Bubbles, you’ll always know which item belongs to whom and help keep those items out of the lost and never-found box; plus, they’re fun to personalize online. They come in a large assortment of color and style options, and customers may choose a single style or a Value Pack that offers a number of different labels for different needs. All the labels are made with non-toxic, eco-friendly inks, and are tough enough to stick in extreme conditions — from the hottest clothes dryers and dishwashers (220 degrees Fahrenheit) to the frostiest freezers or winter conditions (minus-60 degrees Fahrenheit). For more information, visit www.namebubbles.com/

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Stephen Joseph Gifts

tephen Joseph Gifts is a line of celebrity loved, high quality, colorful, fun items for kids. One popular item from the line is the Personalized Quilted Ballet Duffle, which is perfect for the little dancer in your family. Stylish, sturdy and fun to use for dance class, an overnighter with friends or a weekend at Grandma’s. The generously sized bag measures approximately 9” x 15”, has durable quilted, padded construction, a 100% cotton twill cover, and is machine washable. Comfortable handles make it easy for small hands to carry and the full zippered top keeps everything safely tucked inside. There’s also a zippered inside pocket for additional storage and to help keep things organized. Check out the Stephen Joseph Gifts website for many really cute products for your little ones, and see what items the many celebrities listed have picked out for their kids! www.stephenjosephgifts.com/

cute, fun, soft decorations for stuff! akNaks are fun soft rubbery 3-D decorations for kids to personalize all of their p stuff. Backpacks, lunchbags, headbands, computer bags, household items, the list is only limited by your imagination. PakNaks uses a super strong adhesive that sticks to all of the stuff in a kid’s life. Each PakNak comes with one of 40 plus designs and customized velcro that makes them interchangeable, weather resistant and quickly and easily adhered to your surface. Good news: It’s not a pin - no need to puncture your stuff; It’s not a sticker it’s 3D and so much more than that; It’s not a patch - just stick and go; no sewing or ironing required. You can change your look by simply pulling off one design and sticking on a new one to create a whole new style. For more information visit www.paknak.com/

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STRAZ PERFORMANCES THE NEW STRAZ SEASON offers the singing and dancing nuns of Sister Act, Cole Porter’s classic Anything Goes, feel-good romps with ’80s hits like Priscilla Queen of the Desert’s “I Will Survive” and Flashdance’s “Flashdance – What A Feeling,” the chilling return of Jekyll & Hyde, the poignant and spectacular drama War Horse, the exhilarating and evocative Traces and the all-singing, all-dancing celebration of the Gershwins in ’S Wonderful. In addition to the eight-show series, the Straz Center will also present Green Day’s American Idiot and, based on the hugely popular movie, Elf The Musical, the “endearingly goofy” (USA Today) story of a man raised as an elf at the North Pole who goes in search of his human family. Plus, The Straz presents the triumphant return of Broadway’s biggest blockbuster, Wicked, the story of what happened before Dorothy dropped

in on Oz. Season ticket holders will be able to add any or all of these three shows to their package. “Our Broadway season will offer theater audiences in the Tampa Bay area the opportunity to experience a vast array of top-notch theatrical productions. This entertaining and rewarding series has something for everyone and showcases the best that theater has to offer.” – Judith Lisi, president and CEO of the Straz Center. At a glance: Jekyll and Hyde - Oct. 23 - 28; Elf - Nov. 20 - 25; Sister Act - Dec. 11 - 16; Wicked - Jan. 9 - 27, 2013; Traces - Jan. 29 - Feb. 3; Flashdance - Feb. 19 - 24; Anything Goes - March 12 - 17; Priscilla Queen of the Desert April 9 - 14; War Horse - April 30 - May 5; American Idiot - May 17 - 19. For more information, visit Straz Center, 813-2297827, www.strazcenter.org.

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HYSTERIA: OR FRAGMENTS OF AN ANALYSIS OF AN OBSESSIONAL NEUROSIS - Sept 14 - Oct 21 by Terry Johnson, previews September 12 and 13. Winner of Olivier Award for “Best New Comedy”, Hysteria is based on a stunning, historical meeting between two of the world’s greatest and most eccentric men - Sigmund Freud and Salvador Dalí. Set in London in 1938, Hysteria springs from Freud’s fanciful mind as he juggles unexpected visits to his home by the famous surrealist painter Dalí and a mysterious young woman named Jessica who can’t seem to keep her clothes on. Full of mistaken identities, dazzling surprises, and sheer Freudian slips, the tables are turned as Freud soon finds himself the subject of Jessica’s own bizarre form of psychoanalysis while Dalí’s surreal imagery creeps into his dreams and consciousness.

WIT - Oct 26 - Nov 4 In her extraordinary first play, Margaret Edson has created a work that is as intellectually challenging as it is emotionally immediate. Vivian Bearing, Ph.D., a brilliant and renowned professor of English, a specialist in the metaphysical, life-and-death themes of John Donne’s Holy Sonnets, now finds herself the subject of research designed to try to save her life. Her approach to the study of poetry is aggressively probing and intensely rational, but during the course of her illness and her stint as a prize patient in an experimental chemotherapy program at a major teaching hospital, Vivian comes to reassess her life and her work with a profundity and humor that are transformative both for her and the audience. American Stage is located at 163 Third Street North, St. Petersburg. 727-823-PLAY; www.americanstage.org/

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SHOWS IN THE CHANNEL DISTRICT The Colored Museum Oct 4-21

Holiday Cabaret - Nov 29 - Dec 23

A satirical exhibit of stories illuminates race relations in America. A vaudevillian mosaic that spans over 200 years of the African American experience and celebrates African American culture, mocks stereotypes and takes a closer look at what it means to be Black in America.

Celebrate the joy of the holiday season with an eclectic mix of

songs that honor our diversity. Sing along with the songs you know and be surprised with some new ones. A high voltage, intimate evening of pure inspiration mixed with infectious humor. Take the family, and go early for latkes. Stageworks Theatre, 1120 E. Kennedy Blvd. Tampa FL 33602; 813-251-8984. www.stageworkstheatre.org.

TOM ARNOLD October 5 - 6 As a writer, producer, and actor, Tom Arnold has established himself to both television and film audiences worldwide, having won such awards as the Peabody Award and a Golden Globe Award. Additionally, he helped put Fox Sports Network on the map with his hosting duties on “BEST DAMN SPORTS SHOW PERIOD.” Arnold cornered the market on playing the resident comic relief in films like “NINE MONTHS” with Hugh Grant, “TRUE LIES” with Arnold Schwarzenegger, “HERO” with Dustin Hoffman, and “AUSTIN POWERS: INTERNATIONAL MAN OF MYSTERY” with Mike Myers. Arnold has also received critical praise for his role in “GARDENS OF THE NIGHT,” opposite John Malkovich, “THE GREAT BUCK HOWARD” starring Tom Hanks, “GOOD DICK” opposite Jason Ritter, and “THE YEAR OF GETTING TO KNOW US” to name a few. SideSplitters is located at 12938 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa. www.sidesplitterscomedy.com 28

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88th SEASON 2012-13 RUMORS - Comedy by Neil Simon - Sept 14 - 30, 2012 THE SENSUOUS SENATOR - Comedy by Michael Parker Nov 2 - 18, 2012 BONUS SHOW: Cool Yule At The City – Holiday Musical - Dec 7 - 16, 2012 9 to 5, THE MUSICAL by Dolly Parton and Patricia Resnick - Jan 18 - Feb 3, 2013 TO KILL A MOCKING BIRD - Drama by Christopher Sergel from the novel by Harper Lee March 1 – 17, 2013 THE DIXIE SWIM CLUB – Comedy by Jones Hope Wooten - April 19 - May 5, 2013 DOUBT - Drama by John Patrick Shanley - May 31 - June 17, 2013 4025 31st Street South, St. Petersburg FL 33712; 727-8661973. www.splt.org/

THE “ALL NEW” FABULOUS 50’S AND 60’S REVUE - Aug 24 - Sept 23 Audiences young and old have loved our classic revues and the most popular of all those shows have been our spectacular jukebox shows. This season not only do we revisit the great music and dancing of the 1950’s but we continue our musical journey into perhaps the most creative period in our Nation’s history – the sizzling 60’s! This is an unforgettable bonanza of music, dancing, and laughter – jam-packed with the 50’s sounds of such greats as Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Dave Brubeck, Ritchie Valens, Connie Francis, as well as the 60’s sounds of The Beatles, The Beach Boys, Patsy Cline, Simon and Garfunkel, The Mamas and the Papas, Bob Dylan and much, much, much more. This revised and expanded version is a Show Palace premiere and is not to be missed. THE SOUND OF MUSIC - Sept 28 - Nov 17 The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become one of the world’s most beloved musicals. When a postulant proves too high-spirited for the religious life, she is dispatched to serve as governess for the seven children of a widowed naval Captain. Her growing rapport with the youngsters, coupled with her generosity of spirit, gradually captures the heart of the stern Captain Von Trapp. The motion picture starring Julie Andrews remains the most popular movie musical of all time. The Show Palace is excited to present one of its most requested shows. Classic songs include The Sound of Music, Do-ReMi, My Favorite Things, Maria, Climb Ev’ry Mountain and the beautiful Edelweiss. Show Palace, 16128 U.S. 19 N., Hudson. 1-888-655-7469. www.showpalace.net

GOD OF CARNAGE Sept 28 Oct 14 A drama by Yasmina Reza. A playground altercation between eleven-year-old boys brings together two sets of Brooklyn parents for a meeting to resolve the matter. At first, diplomatic niceties are observed, but as the meeting progresses, and the rum flows, tensions emerge and the gloves come off, leaving the couples with more than just their liberal principles in tatters. West Coast Players is located at 21905 US 19 N., Clearwater, FL 33765; 727 437-2363; www.wcplayers.org/ www.AccentOnTampaBay.com

CABARET

thru September 30 freeFall Theatre is opening its 2012-2013 season with a remount of the Kander & Ebb classic, Cabaret. “What good is sitting alone in your room? Come hear the music play!” The history of the Kander & Ebb masterpiece is a long one, and includes several Broadway and West End productions, a 1972 film version, 8 Academy Awards and 12 Tonys. It is based on John Van Druten’s 1951 play I Am a Camera, which was adapted from the Christopher Isherwood’s 1939 novel, The Berlin Stories. Set in 1931 Berlin as the Nazis are rising to power, the story focuses on nightlife at the seedy Kit Kat Klub and revolves

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around the cabaret performer Sally Bowles and her relationship with a young writer, Cliff Bradshaw. A sub-plot involves the doomed romance between German boarding house owner Fräulein Schneider and her elderly suitor Herr Schultz, a Jewish fruit vendor. And overseeing the action is the Master of Ceremonies at the Kit Kat Klub which serves as a constant metaphor for the tenuous and threatening state of late Weimar Germany throughout the show. 6099 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, FL 33710, (727) 498-5205. www.freefalltheatre.com www.AccentOnTampaBay.com

THE FULL MONTY - Sept 14-23

eeing how much their wives enjoy watching male strippers during their “Girls’ Night Out,” unemployed steelworkers in Buffalo come up with a bold way to make some quick cash. They decide to present a strip act at a local club and make their show better than the Chippendales dancers because they’ll go “the full monty” — strip all the way. As the guys work through their fears, self-consciousness, feelings of worthlessness and anxieties, they come to discover that not only are they stronger as a group, but that the strength they find in each other gives them the individual courage to face their demons and overcome them. Eight O’Clock Theatre at Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Dr, Largo, FL. www.eightoclocktheatre.com/

EARLY BIRD DINNER THEATRE Moon Over Buffalo Sept 6 - Oct 27

In this screwball comedy set in 1953, traveling actors receive the opportunity of a lifetime when the famous film director, Frank Capra wants them to be in his latest film. Hilarity ensues with a whirlwind of mistaken identities and a cast of off-beat but lovable characters. “A zany, madcap delight,”says Entertainment Weekly. Performances are Thursday and Saturday at 11am, Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 4pm. Early Bird Dinner Theatre, 200 South McMullen-Booth Road, Clearwater, Florida. 4465898. www. earlybirddinnertheatre.com

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Venue Theatre

Once Upon a Time in Central Park Sept 7 - 23

Venue Theatre presents the world premiere of a new musical, Once Upon a Time in Central Park. Written by Gil Perlroth, who penned the hit musical revue Ainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Retirement Grand! With 14 New songs, Once Upon a Time in Central Park is a delightful musical about love in the middle years, and features Nancy Wright and Bob Hines, directed by Daniel Harris. Venue Theatre and Actors Studio is located at 9125 US Hwy 19 N, in the Hudsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Furniture Plaza at Mainlands Blvd in Pinellas Park. Call 727-8226194 for reservations and more information. www.venueactorstudio.org/

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1-800-Ask Gary Ampitheatre Rockstar Energy Uproar Festival - Sept 13

The Rockstar Energy Drink UPROAR Festival main stage will feature Shinedown, Godsmack, Staind, and Adelitas Way. Nightly, co-headliner Shinedown will close out the main stage on the tour. The multiplatinum rock band is renowned for massive hits like “The Sound of Madness” and “Bully”, but they’re even more known for their unforgettable performances. Expect mind-blowing production and gigantic sing-a-longs as soon as the group hits the stage nightly. Also appearing will be P.O.D., Fozzy, Thousand Foot Krutch, Mindset Evolution Deuce, Redlight King, Candlelight Red.

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Toby Keith with Brantley Gilbert - Sept 16 When singer, songwriter and entertainer Toby Keith tells his fans, “Let’s have a party!” he doesn’t mess around ... especially when it comes to his acclaimed, standing-room-only live shows. This year is no exception as the Toby Keith Live In Overdrive Tour Presented by Ford F-Series comes to Tampa. One of North America’s top live draws for more than a decade, Toby is set to fill another summer with chart-topping hits including his recent smash “Red Solo Cup.” Hard-charging newcomer Brantley Gilbert will open the throttles each night before Keith comes on to kick things into top gear. www.livenation.com

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Brad Paisley with The Band Perry and Scotty McCreery - Sept 28 Country music superstar Brad Paisley is bringing his “Virtual Reality World Tour” with special guests The Band Perry and Scotty McCreery to the 1-800-Ask Gary Ampitheatre. Paisley, the consummate singer, songwriter, guitarist and entertainer, has earned three GRAMMYs, 14 Academy of Country Music Awards and 14 Country Music Association Awards including Entertainer of the Year for 2010. He has placed 20 singles at the top of the charts, the latest a duet with Carrie Underwood, “Remind Me,” and his current single is “Camouflage.” Paisley’s most recent album, This Is Country Music, debuted at number one on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart and is his sixth consecutive studio album to debut as the nation’s country best-seller. In addition to his stellar music career, he released his first book, Diary of a Player, which was on the New York Times Best Seller list for two weeks.

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CMA New Artist of the Year The Band Perry is enjoying incredible success off of their self-titled platinum plus debut album, which has sold more than a million copies. It features two Billboard number one singles with the award-winning and best-selling single “If I Die Young” which has sold more than three million copies and “All Your Life.”

Season 10 American Idol winner Scotty McCreery released his debut studio album, Clear as Day, in October 2011, and he broke records as the first country act to debut at number one The Band Perry with their first studio album. At 18 years old, he is the youngest man to open at the top of the chart with their debut release. The album includes the top 20 country songs “I Love You This Big” and “The Trouble with Girls.”

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22nd Annual Festival - September 29

he organizers of the Sarasota Blues and Music Festival will present their 22nd annual festival on September 29, 2012. This year’s festival at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, FL, will feature an unprecedented gathering of blues artists including headliner and two-time Grammy Award winner Delbert McClinton and supporting acts Royal Southern Brotherhood, Ana Popovic, Curtis Salgado, Paul Thorn and prodigy act, Pett Crow. The entire day’s lineup of national acts is bigger than ever before, and strikes a chord with its blues roots while offering festival attendees a taste of country, rock and top 40. Festival producer Three Zebras Entertainment will turn Ed Smith Stadium into blues central for the huge one-day music celebration. Drawing fans from across central Florida, the Sarasota Blues and Music Fest will once again establish the city as a weekend destination with this long-standing tradition of music, fun and family-friendly entertainment. Bring blankets, lawn chairs and plenty of enthusiasm to the open-air Ed Smith Stadium. This year’s festival will offer VIP ticket buyers food and beverage service, upgraded beer and wine and a separate restroom area, all of which will be in close proximity to the artists on stage. To make this year’s festival more family friendly, fans with kids can try out The Family Fun Zone, a kids’ area with amusement rides and games. The whole family can come out and enjoy the day (and night) with entertainment for everyone. “Ensuring families have a great time from the moment they enter the gates is a big part of how we approached the festival this year,” said Bill Haggett, General Manager of the Sarasota Blues and Music Fest. “And continuing the tradition of bringing the best of the blues to Sarasota is apparent in the all-star lineup this year. We can’t wait for September 29th!” Gates open at 11 am September 29, with musical talent starting at noon and lasting until the festival’s end at 10 pm. Please, no coolers, pets, glass or video cameras. The show goes on rain or shine (no refunds) at 2700 12th Street, Sarasota, Fla. For more information, visit www.sarasotabluesfest.com/

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SUMMER CONCERT SERIES The 2012 Rays Summer Concert Series begin shortly after select homes games conclude and are free with the purchase of that game’s ticket. Enjoy the sounds of the game and music with friends and family. tampabay.rays.mlb.com/

CALVIN HARRIS - September 7, Texas Rangers at 7:10 p.m. Calvin Harris was the most successful songwriter in the U.K. last year, according to trade magazine Music Week from a recent post on BBC’s news site. Leading the charge were his major smashes “We Found Love” for Rihanna and his own productions “Bounce” with Kelis and “Feel So Close,” which has now gone platinum. Harris’ newest track “Let’s Go” featuring Ne-Yo-propelled by Harris’ synths paired with Ne-Yo’s vocals-is a gorgeously bouncy electro-house track destined to become a summer anthem. Live, Harris is a major festival act having dazzled audiences at Coachella and Electric Daisy Carnival NYC with his stellar DJ sets.

Coco Jones • September 9 • Texas Rangers • 1:40 p.m. At 14, teen sensation Coco Jones already has a career comparable to some Hollywood veterans. The actress, singer and star of Disney Channel’s Original Movie: Let It Shine, has also appeared on hit shows Radio Disney’s Next Big Thing and So Random! Her musical work, including the Let It Shine soundtrack and current 17th most downloaded ITunes album, is regularly played nationwide on Radio Disney. In 2011, she collaborated with fellow Disney standout Adam Hicks for the soundtrack to Shake It Up 2: Live to Dance. Jones is the daughter of former NFL player Mike Jones and, in 2009, performed the National Anthem at two NFL games. As of 2012, when not at the set, Jones spends much of her time in the studio with Grammy-nominated producer Rob Galbraith, co-writing and recording all-new original music.

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THE STRAZ CENTER IL VOLO - Sept 15

n 2009, three fresh-faced teenagers, Piero Barone, Ignazio Boschetto and Gianluca Ginoble, appeared on the popular Italian talent show Ti Lascio Una Canzone and dazzled television viewers with their rendition of “O Sole Mio.” The boys, who won the competition easily, decided their group needed a name. “Il Volo,” meaning “flight,” was chosen to signify the feeling that these three young tenors were about to spread their wings and fly. It wasn’t long before IL VOLO’s managers — Michele Torpedine (who has looked after the careers of Andrea Bocelli and Italian rock star Zucchero) and world renowned singer/producer Tony Renis — landed a worldwide recording contract for the trio with Universal Music Group, which released IL VOLO’s self-titled debut album in Italy. The album was certified gold in their home country and was released worldwide. The album is a stellar showcase for these three young singers’ astonishing vocal talent and interpretive gifts as they take on a range of both new and traditional, classically influenced pop songs. The Straz Center is located at 1010 North W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa, Florida 33602; www.strazcenter.org/

HARD ROCK CAFE TAMPA ADAM ANT and The Good, the Mad, and the Lovely Posse - Sept 27 In a career spanning more than 35 years Adam Ant has had ten top 10 singles with his band Adam and the Ants and also as a solo artist. With hundreds of shows performed since 1977, Adam has toured extensively throughout the US, Europe, Australia and Japan. Throughout the 80s and 90s Adam took up acting on the stage (Entertaining Mr Sloane & Greek), TV (The Equalizer, Tales from the Crypt& Northern Exposure) and also film (Love Bites, Slam Dance & Nomads) while still writing and producing music. With 8 albums behind him Adam continues to tour, and will be stopping at the Hard Rock Cafe on September 27.

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SEPT 25

GULFPORT

he 5th Annual Tangerine Blues Fest benefitting All children’s Hospital will be held on Septembe 25 at Tangerine Greenway, Gulfport, from 4-10pm (gates open at 3:00.) The Tangerine Blues Fest has grown in popularity, starting with an attendance of 500 in 2008, ballooning to an estimated 5,000 last year. This year’s line-up of Blues bands will include headliner Sean Chambers (photo at left), No Money Down and Betty Fox. Along with great music, there will be food truck vendors, beverages, beer and wine and a family fun area for the kids. The Blues Fest is a community event to raise awareness about the 49th Street South corridor and is a sanctioned fundraising event for All Children’s Hospital. No Fee for Admission or Parking. 4900 Tangerine Ave S. (Tangerine Greenway), Gulfport, FL 33707. For more information, visit www.tangerinebluesfest.com/

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MUSIC TRAX

Jazz MARIA NECKAM - Unison www.marianeckam.com No one better embodies jazz’s glorious profusion of vocal talent than Austrian-born Maria Neckam, a singer possessing an exquisitely calibrated soprano and a poetic sensibility informed by avant pop, contemporary classical music and post-bop improvisation. Her new album Unison, captures her kaleidoscopic splendor, delivering a program of divergent original songs. TORBEN WALDORFF - Wah - Wah www.waldorff.com On Wah-Wah, guitarist Torben Waldorff steps fully into the foreground of his music, performing as the only horn in a new quartet featuring keyboardist Gary Versace, bassist Matt Clohesy and drummer Jon

Wikan. Waldorff takes the melodic sophistication and group interplay that have been a hallmark of his previous albums to the next level. Waldorff’s new project includes a range of online materials that bring the listener closer to the creative process behind the music. FOURPLAY - Esprit De Four www.fourplayjazz.com/ When it comes to making music, four is often the magic number. From the Beatles to MJQ, many legendary quartets have made their mark in the classical, pop and jazz traditions. Fourplay has accessed that collective magic. Keyboardist Bob James, bassist/ vocalist Nathan East, guitarist Chuck Loeb and drummer/percussionist Harvey Mason have tapped into the creative force that emerges when four brilliant players commit themselves to a singular goal. That symmetry and creativity are at the heart of Esprit De Four, their new CD on Heads Up International.

CHICK COREA & GARY BURTON Hot House

ianist Chick Corea and vibraphonist Gary Burton’s first musical encounter took place at a jazz festival in Germany in 1972, when they performed together in a spurof-the-moment encore. The results were so satisfying not only to the audience but to the artists themselves that the two musicians reconvened in a recording studio a couple months later to record the intricate yet highly melodic Crystal Silence, their first of several collaborative studio projects. The impromptu encounter in Germany marked the beginning of a musical partnership that has lasted for four decades not only on the performance stage but also over the course of seven recordings. This highly creative and prolific team celebrates forty years of great jazz with the release of Hot House, a collection of ten songs that draws from the work of some of their favorite composers from the 1940s through the 1960s. The source material is eclectic, and the set is seamless and undeniably rich. www.chickcorea.com

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KEVIN COELHO Funkengruven: The Joy of Driving a B3

t age 16, Kevin Coelho is a teenage musical phenom, and his debut album, “Funkengruven – The Joy of Driving a B3,” was produced by a renowned master of the B3: Tony Monaco on Summit Records. Monaco observes “Kevin has studied an enormous amount and has a great grasp of what and how he wants to play. He really knows how to play that left-hand bass, which is the key to driving the music.” Coelho started studying piano at age 6 and began his jazz and organ studies at age 11. He describes his “Funkengruven” title tune as “a riff blues over a set of non-standard changes, something that’s funky and grooving but also swings. www.kevincoelho.com/ RICH OSBORN - Giving Voice: Guitar Explorations www.devingraymusic.com Rich Osborn’s debut solo album of guitar instrumentals is in “free raga style”. He fingerpicks on an acoustic, steel-string, nearly-hundred-year-old guitar. A lot of territory is covered in these tunes, from the dark and dusky, to the adventurous and joyous, from a medieval Spanish castle to an open landscape in a rainstorm. ROMAIN COLLIN - The Calling www.romaincollin.com French-born pianist Romain Collin introduces an evocatively textured, melodically luxuriant sound on his new Palmetto album The Calling. Flowing from his creative path as a classically trained musician besotted with jazz giants like Errol Garner, Oscar Peterson, Keith Jarrett and Bud Powell, his music is idiosyncratic, and partly informed by indie rock and pop music. Building on his trio with bassist Luques Curtis and drummer Kendrick Scott, Collin has crafted a ravishing body of music featuring subtly textured flourishes added in post-production. The Calling is a quantum leap for Collin.

RICH HALLEY - Back From Beyond www.richhalley.com Saxophonist/composer Rich Halley’s Back From Beyond contains ten original compositions performed with spirit and creativity by the Rich Halley 4. The music flows freely as moods and grooves evolve and shift through intuitive group interplay. The group includes trombonist/composer Michael Vlatkovich; Rich Halley, tenor sax; Clyde Reed, bass; and Carson Halley, drums, and is dedicated to exploring new musical spaces and approaches in compositional group improvisation using the roots of American and world music as sources. MIKE STERN - All Over The Place www.mikestern.org/ Since his days with Blood Sweat & Tears in the mid1970s, followed by stints with Billy Cobham and Miles Davis in the 80s, and a solo career of more than 25 years, guitarist Mike Stern has used his jazz roots to explore a range of alternate territories that include R&B, rock, swing, funk, world music and other musical regions. He is not afraid to bring numerous styles and ideas into the mix. All Over the Place is Stern’s new recording, and the 11-song set aligns him with a cadre of brilliant guests.

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ROCK

sets the tone of the album with it’s stinging guitar lines and driving drums.

CLARK COLBORN Again www.clarkplaysguitar.com/ Again is Clark Colborn’s second album (the first was “Clark Plays Guitar).” The sound encompasses hard rock, experimental, full throttle prometal, and even guiet, introspective pieces. Although he feels he played it safe on his first album, he goes full-bore out on this one. Colborn has been compared to Steve Vai and Joe Satriani.

JOHN NORUM Play Yard Blues www.mascotlabelgroup.com/ John Norum is best known for his work in the band Europe. To this day, ‘Final Countdown’ remains one of the most recognizable songs from that genre and time period. John’s solo album ‘Play Yard Blues,’ is a fantastic collection of originals, as well as a couple of covers.

ERIC HISAW Ghost Stories www.erichisaw.com Roots rocking songwriter Eric Hisaw released his new album, Ghost Stories. A mix of Rolling Stones inspired rock’n’roll and the storytelling lyricism of Texas outlaw country, the journeyman songwriter, guitarist and singer delivers a strong and honest album. The opening track

MXPX Plans Within Plans www.mxpx.com/ Plans Within Plans is MxPx’s first original album since 2007’s Secret Weapon. The album was written, recorded, and produced by the band, who are celebrating their twentieth anniversary. While the band has undergone changes in recent times, they’re still plowing ahead with the same ferocity as their young punk selves.

17 PINE AVENUE www.thenewriders.com 17 PINE AVENUE is the follow-up to Where I Come From which was released by the New Riders of the Purple Sage in 2009. It features 12 new songs, 7 of which were written by David Nelson and Grateful Dead lyricist Robert Hunter. Also included are Just The Way It Goes

and Truth Is Dead, written by Michael Falzarano (formerly of Hot Tuna), a live show favorite Down For The Ride, penned by Johnny Markowski, and Shake That Thing by Ronnie Penque. This legendary band’s renaissance began seven years ago and continues to grow today with over 100 shows annually to audiences throughout the United States and Canada.

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WAYLON JENNINGS Goin’ Down Rockin’ - The Last Recordings of Waylon Jennings www.saguaroroad.com/ A new album from outlaw country legend Waylon Jennings will be released this September, filled with recordings the icon made during the last few years before his death in 2002. Jennings spent hours in a recording studio with his longtime accompanist, Robby Turner and together they laid down twelve tracks using just Waylon’s guitar and vocals and Turner’s bass. All songs were personally selected by the country star, ones that resonated in a deeply personal way and reflected his state of mind, his passions, and important statements he wanted to make about his life. The duo planned out the future instrumentation that would be added to the tracks, but Jennings was never able to complete them. Ten years after his passing, Turner returned to the recordings, finishing each song to honor Waylon’s vision of what would turn out to be his very last album. Bringing in musicians who had long worked with Waylon, such as Reggie Young, Richie Albright and tour mate Tony Joe White, Turner painstakingly created the album that Waylon set out to make. No one has ever heard these performances before; they are Waylon’s last gift to his fans.

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COUNTRY JANIE FRICKE Country Side Of Bluegrass www.newmusicdeals.com One of the premier female vocalists in country music in the early 1980’s, Janie Fricke becomes the most recent country performer to enter the bluegrass field. To that end, she has recast in a bluegrass setting her country hits from that period, such as, “Don’t Worry ’Bout Me Baby,” “It Ain’t Easy Bein’ E a s y, ” “He’s A Heartache,” and “Tell Me A Lie,” as well as her first big hit “Please Help Me I’m Falling.” CHRIS CAGLE Back In The Saddle www.chriscagle.com/ Chris Cagle’s release from Bigger Picture, Back In The Saddle is his homecoming, a rekindling of his creative flame and a reminder of his rock-infused country roots. It s something he originated and what he does best: relatable, backroads and familiar while also being a striking form of country music worth getting excited about. Cagle sees his new persona as a better version of himself. “I want my music to be an environment, to strike chords, passions, memories, faults, loves, angers and redemptions,” Chris says. 43

NewAge Catherine Marie Charlton Red Leaf, Grey Sky: Piano Improvisations www.CatherineMarieCharlton.com The recording opportunity came up for Catherine Marie Charlton’s Red Leaf, Grey Sky on a spur-of-themoment road trip with her then 11-month old son. Babe was pushed around in a stroller while Mom played, and the emotions of the year poured forth into the piano. She improvised on folk tunes while her son napped in his swing in the piano studio, and some of the tracks are spontaneous improvisations also created in the studio. Bob Ardern Wires Rosewood & Roots www.bobardern.bandcamp. com Canadian finger-style guitarist Bob Ardern’s new release Wires Rosewood & Roots, features some of the most delightful, exciting, and even soothing acoustic guitar instrumentals out now. This soundtrack features music influenced by Jazz, Classical and Celtic themes, which include 6 guitar solos, and six other tracks all maintaining focus on the guitar while including other instruments such as piano, and cello. Take a journey of emotions from the opening song, “Dusty’s Train” all the way through this enchanting soundtrack as you de-stress from the pressures of the day.

Putumayo Presents African Blues www.putumayo.com Africa is the motherland of Blues and Putumayo’s African Blues demonstrates the growing connections between West and East African musicians as well as performers from the U.S. Heartland, along with converts in Europe. The blues’ roots in Africa emerged and evolved as a powerful musical style in America. Putumayo shows how these connections are revolutionizing traditions on both continents. In this soundtrack we see the two countries reuniting in new and exciting ways. Producer Alex Wilson has found the mix, where Afro-Latin beats and organ lines jive with percussion, and other sounds from West Africa. Huun Huur Tu Ancestor’s Call www.worldvillagemusic. com Tuvan Folk Music group, Huun Huur Tu features indigenous music, rare instruments, and one of the world’s oldest forms of music-making, throat-singing called (xöömei) to produce a brilliant blend of incredible sounds. The descendents of isolated herdsmen of the Republic of Tuva, located north of Mongolia, created the sound which has made this unique group sought after all over the world. Their ancient and modern musical forms create a rich sound for your musical journey.

Fiona Joy Harkins Live At The Q

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ustralian Pianist and Singer Fiona Joy Harkins, provides soothing music with substance. She crosses the genres of Classical, Instrumental, Jazz, and New Age. LIVE at the Q (Global Journey US), 2012 is another inspiring album. Fiona’s recent production, Sensual Journeys, proves to make this year a meaningful one for her. Fiona Joy Harkins is an ARIA Finalist in 2009 for Best World Music Album, MusicOz Award Winner for Best Jazz or Classical Artist. Her music has won ZMR Album of the Year, Best Piano Album, and Best Contemporary Instrumental Album. 44

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Tasty Food and Drinks! Food, Fun & Artsy Elephants Story and photos by Melissa Wolcott-Martino

new casual restaurant that is fun, lively, and inviting opened recently on South Dale Mabry in Tampa — the Red Elephant Café. This is the eighth Red Elephant to open in Florida, the first having opened in 2006 in Tallahassee. I don’t think that naming the restaurant The Red Elephant was politically motivated, but I’ll bet the cafe was mighty popular Red Elephant partner Carl during the Republican National Sahlsten in front of a painting by Asian Glaze Rice Bowl with chicken and Convention which descended Diane Ramsay Schmidt pineapple and a ginger, garlic teriyaki sauce on Tampa. From the moment I stepped salads, flame-grilled burgers, wraps, into the restaurant, I knew I was build-your-own pizzas and delicious rice going to have an enjoyable exbowls. My table mates and I ordered perience. The restaurant’s simseveral different items for tastings, and ple decor plays background to everything was truly flavorful and rethe wonderful original art that markable fresh. adorns the walls — all with a red For dessert, what else but crispy, elephant theme. Carl Sahlsten, Painting by Rolph Vassor powdered, elephant ears? The beverpartner for Red Elephant Café, age menu offers the usual fare, plus gave several local artists a germ over 100 different flavors from a Cocaof an idea and they ran with it. The works are all varied, Cola Interactive Freestyle Soda Fountain. and you will be hard-pressed to find a favorite. There The cafe is fun, the food is tasty, the art is intriguare paintings, stained glass, sculptures, computer art ing, and all political parties are welcome at the Red El— you name it. While promoting the arts, the Red Elephant Café! ephant Café features a local musician on the first SatThe Red Elephant Café is located at 111 South Dale urday night of every month. Mabry (southwest corner of Kennedy and Dale Mabry), The food is excellent with very generous portions, and is open daily for lunch and dinner. For more info and the menu has something for anyone’s taste, hand visit www.redelephantpizza.com/ prepared with fresh ingredients and served fast, which For more photos of this story, visit should appeal to anyone on a time schedule — good www.AccentOnTampaBay.com/ and hit the TRAVEL & food at fast food speed. You will find items such as EVENT Photo gallery. 46

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Clearwater! Sweet Tomatoes Express is a little restaurant with big taste. While not a buffet, we feature custom, made-to-order salads and our famous house-made soups.

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Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza Authentic NY Pizza in South Tampa Story and photos by Melissa Wolcott Martino

t’s hard to believe that the Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza Restaurant in South Tampa is part of a chain (number 33 and still growing), as it has such a casual neighborhood feel, and the pizza’s ingredients are so very fresh. It was founded in 2002 by restauranteur Anthony Bruno in Ft. Lauderdale when he could not find the wonderful authentic pizza he enjoyed as a young man in Brooklyn. It was time to introduce the taste of coal-fired pizza to Floridians. With the smashing success of his pizza concept, he expanded throughout Florida, and into Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey, New York and Connecticut. Anthony’s uses coal-burning ovens to create their trademark “well done pizza.” The smoke free anthracite coal-burning ovens are set to 800° to create their perfect pies. The exceptional taste comes from the high quality ingredients and clever creations, such as a pizza made with roasted cauliflower, olive oil, garlic, romano and mozzarella cheese, topped off with bread crumbs. In addition to pizza, the restaurant features menu items such as coal-oven-roasted chicken wings with caramelized onions, pork ribs with vinegar peppers, homestyle meatballs made from founder Anthony Bruno’s family recipe, and Eggplant Marino (named for ACFP partner and Hall of Fame football legend Dan Marino). Anthony’s newest restaurant is located at 1901 South Dale Mabry Highway in South Tampa. Other Tampa Bay area locations include 1912 W. Brandon Blvd. in Brandon, 2532 McMullen Booth Road in the Northwood Shopping Center in Clearwater and 13020 N. Dale Mabry Highway in the Carrollwood Village Shoppes in North Tampa. In addition to dining in, patrons can order take out by calling (813) 258-COAL (2625). For more information, visit www.anthonyscoalfiredpizza.com/

Anthony Bruno (R) with Dan Marino

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A Refreshing Zero Calorie Sparkling Beverage

parkling ICE, the natural flavored sparkling water, is a refreshing beverage to serve your guests any time of year. With zero calories, the product combines fresh mountain spring water, natural fruit juices and six essential vitamins and antioxidants to create a tasty, lightly-carbonated healthy refreshment. Available in eight flavors, each one is distinct and thirst quenching. Sparkling ICE’s flavors include Coconut Pineapple, Lemon Lime, Kiwi Strawberry, Lemonade, Orange Mango, Pomegranate Berry, Pink Grapefruit, and Black Raspberry, all sweetened with Splenda. The beverages are also an excellent source of Vitamins B and D, and contain Green Tea Extract, which is known to have powerful levels of antioxidants. In addition to zero calories, it also contains zero carbs and zero sodium, making it a great alternative to soft drinks, and appealing to all ages, diabetics and healthconscious people. For more information, visit www.sparklingice.com/

Reseal Your Wine!

CapaBunga is a reusable silicone cap that reseals a bottle of wine after you remove the cork. It’s made to resemble

the bungs used to seal barrels during winemaking. Once you remove the cork and re-seal the bottle with a CapaBunga, it is liquid tight and the bottle can rest on its side or even upside down without leaking. No more jamming the cork back in the bottle, no more rearranging the fridge to fit an open bottle in the door. The open bottle can also be stored on its side in the fridge or on a wine rack.

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CapaBunga was invented by two winery owners in Northern California’s Wine Country for use on their own wine, Rua. The caps come with fun sayings like “I earned it”, “Me Time” and ”Weeknights Stop Here”, and will fit virtually any bottle. For more information, please visit www.capabunga.com

A Ta s t e of Africa Story ad Photos by Melissa Wolcott and Al Martino

Berkshire Pork Tenderloin

ne of the wonderful things about Walt Disney World is the amazing dining opportunities it affords a true food afficianado — and any who just enjoys a really fabulous meal! There are so many authentic domestic and international cuisines represented throughout the property it is mind-boggling. Every time we visit “the world” we try to sample a different country’s food fare. Our most recent foray was into Africa, at Jiko “The Cooking Place” located in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. Here the flavors of Africa reign supreme with a fusion of some Indian and Mediterranean.

Chef Jonathan O’Brien

When we stepped through the doors at Animal Kingdom Lodge and into the majestic lobby we were already transported to Africa. Entrance into Jiko continued the immersion with warm colored decor and abstract African touches. The menu offerings at Jiko are so unique, we knew we were in for an exciting dining experience, especially under the expert helm of executive Chef Jonathan O’Brien.

Our evening began with one of their creative woodfired flatbreads — a tasty Pickled Artichoke, with Sundried Tomatoes, Piquillo Peppers, Goat Cheese, Ricotta and Parmesan Cheese. Salad or soup? We picked one of each since they both sounded so intriguing. Jiko Salad was made with Forelle Pear “Carpaccio”, Golden Raisin-Icewine Vinaigrette, Pistachios, and Pecorino Toscano Cheese, which looked and tasted devine. The Warm Avocado Soup was topped with Poached Egg, Smoked Bacon, and Tika Marsala. Definitely an exotic new taste for our palates. With this course we enjoyed a refreshing, crisp Cederberg Bukettraube wine. African wines, by the way, are some of the most enjoyable we’ve ever tasted.

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Jiko Salad

Two appetizers we found to be a treat were the Grilled Wild Boar Tenderloin with Mealie Pap (a grain), Chakalaka (like spicy stewed tomatoes), White Truffle Oil and Micro Cilantro, and the Tuna “Biltong” (So. African version of jerky) with Air-cured Tuna, Pickled Hearts of Palm, Smoked Mackerel Aioli, and Chili Oil. The suggested wine complement was a full-bodied Rudera Chenin Blanc, Stellenbosch, made from 30 years old bush vines. For entrees we chose a meat and a fish. The MaizeCrusted Corvina came in a Tomato-Butter Sauce with

ander Cake (a So. African version of an English Sticky Toffee Pudding), and a yummy Coconut Milk Pana Cotta (which was Vegan, made with soy milk) with

Tuna Biltong and Wild Boar Tenderloin

Vegetables “of the moment”, and was as tender and flaky as can be. The also very tender Berkshire Pork Tenderloin was cooked over an oakwood fired grill, and was served with Tandoori Squash Puree, Black Eyed Peas, Piquillo Pepper Relish, and a Cilantrobased Zough Oil Sauce. The exotic menu continues with the dessert choices. We ordered the “Tipsy Tart”, a Wine-soaked Cori-

“Tispy Tart” and Coconut Milk Pana Cotta

a Blackberry Sauce. While savoring the sweet ending to our most enjoyable evening repast, we sipped a lovely Kanu Kia-Oro Noble Late Harvest Stellenbosch Reisling.

Maize-Crusted Corvina

If you want to get away from the same-old sameold and take your palate to a new level, you must make a date with Jiko for an unforgettable dining experience. For more information, please visit disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/jiko-the-cooking-place/

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Relax and Rejuvenate with KUSMI TEA

or 140 years, Kusmi Tea has been offering to gourmets the finest in high quality tea blends. The famous tea brand offers unique Russian blends like Prince Wladimir tea, Anastasia or Saint Petersburg tea, whose recipes are kept secret for more than a century, but also many traditional and flavored blends. Founded in 1867 in St. Petersburg, Kusmi Tea was brought over to Paris in 1917 and has been delighting the world with an array of luscious flavors ever since. More recently, Kusmi Tea has launched a wellness tea collection with the delicious Detox tea, the soothing Be Cool or the stimulating Boost. Distributed all over the world, the Kusmi teas are a reference for tea connoisseur, and every tea lovers. Kusmi Tea blends the finest natural ingredients from around the world, making each tea distinct. A few of their other leading blends include Boost (a revitalizing blend of mate, green tea and spices), Sweet Love (a Black China tea with licorice roots, spices, guarana seeds and pink pepper) and Lady Gaga’s favorite, the best-seller Detox (a blend of mate, premium green tea and lemongrass flavored with lemon). Bouquet of Flowers N°108 is Kusmi’s oldest blend, dating back to 1880. (In fact, Tsar Nicolas II regularly drank Bouquet of Flowers N°108 right up to the Russian revolution!) A Russian blend of China, Sri Lanka and India teas with scents of bergamot, lemon, lime, orange, mandarin and flowers, this Earl Grey tea is ideal for an afternoon treat. For more information, visit www.us.kusmitea.com/en/

BOLD Organics

Healthy, Organic Pizza Right From Your Oven

iscerning pizza lovers finally have a healthy alternative and the health conscious consumer who has often settled for inferior taste for health reasons finally has a pizza that tastes great. BOLD Organics has developed a variety of frozen, gluten-free and dairy-free thin crust pizzas that are organic, healthy and great tasting. The products are also casein-free, egg-free, peanut-free, and tree nut free and contain no GMOs, preservatives, nitrites, nitrates, or trans-fats. BOLD Organics’ recipes were formulated by founder Aaron Greenwald in conjunction with Executive Chef, Eric Brenner, and come in four varieties of pizza in a small size: a Cheese Pizza; a Veggie Lovers Pizza (containing roasted red peppers, roasted yellow onions and shiitake mushrooms); a Meat Lovers Pizza (containing pepperoni and sausage); and a Deluxe Pizza (combining meat and veggie toppings). The sauce pops with Eric’s signature blend of organic tomatoes and organic herbs & spices. The thin crust crunches with texture achieved from an alternative mixture of organic baking ingredients without the need for gluten. The healthy toppings were scoured from farms throughout the country for the perfect flavors, such as the organic roasted bell peppers, organic roasted onions, and shiitake mushrooms. For non-vegan consumers, they searched for the leanest, tastiest, nitrate-free meats available on the market. Eric and Aaron believe that it’s their mission to show consumers that food products can deliver amazing taste while being healthy for the consumer. For more information on BOLD Organics Pizza, please visit www.bold-organics.com/

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Seasons 52

Enjoy a Divine Summer Menu

“To every thing there is a season....” but for Seasons 52 restaurant, that is all year long, as their food is always fresh as can be. They present a change of seasons menu that reflects whatever produce is best at the moment. We had the good fortune to sample the summer menu recently and can highly recommend it.

Seasons 52 is a fresh grill and wine bar located in 13 states, with 9 restaurants in Florida, and found locally in Tampa and Orlando. The restaurant’s friendly vibe hits you as soon as you enter the establishment with it’s warm colors of wood and stone, soft lighting, contemporary decor and engaging staff. An open kitchen is always a comfort to diners, and Seasons 52 is a bustling one. Chef Clifford Pleau is the man behind the menu planning, and he is inspired by what’s best at the farmer’s market. Every week of the year he includes the freshest ingredients at their peak of ripeness. Master Sommelier George Miliotes conjures up a selection of 100 award

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winning and ever-changing seasonal wines (over 52 of them by the glass) always coming up with the perfect pairing for every course. Seasons 52 uses wood-fire grilling and brick-oven cooking, which actually produces food which is lower in calories. The restaurant states that nothing on its menu is over 475 calories. Flatbreads have become very popular of late, and Seasons 52 serves up some creative and tasty ones. We sampled some of their Summer Menu choices: the BBQ Chicken (glazed chicken, balsamic onions, sliced scallions, melted Parmesan), and the Artichoke & Goat Cheese (spinach, balsamic onion and roasted peppers.) The suggested wine was an Aveleda Vinho Verde, which went perfectly with the flatbreads. We also sampled an appetizer of Chilled Lobster and Shrimp Spring Roll, which was light and fresh. The trio of sauces that came with it were very flavorful, which a choice of salsa verde, aromatic lemongrass, and sweet-hot red chili. The wine paired was a Hirsch

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#1 Gruner Veltliner, Kamptal, which was crisp and clean, with a white pepper aroma and a hint of spice. Some real culinary creativity went into our second course with an organic Arugula Salad with watermelon, grilled golden beets, goat cheese, jicama and toasted pistachios, and a Summer Vegetarian Tasting with “grains of life”, soft taco, chili relleno, vegetables, cedar roasted tofu rubbed with mustard, and mango chutney. Both offerings were a unique taste treat that we will definitely order again. The wine tasting for this course was a Honig,

grass fed with an all-natural diet. This delicious beef is actually recommended by the American heart Association as a heart-healthy food. It is low in saturated fats, has half the cholesterol of regular beef, and less fat than a skinless chicken breast, salmon or swordfish fillet. Seasons 52 prepares their beef with a red wine reduction, served with cremini mushrooms, grilled asparagus and fingerling potatoes. As of this writing, Seasons 52 is the only restaurant in the area serving the Piedmontese. Mini Indulgence Desserts

Wild Alaskan Copper River Salmon

The wine for the salmon was a Chehalem INOX, Williamette Chardonnay, which played off the Omega 3 richness of the salmon with the fruity flavors of orange, pear and apple. The wine for the beef was a Markham Cellar 1879, Napa

with rich plump tannins. By the time one gets to dessert, one usually has indulged a bit too much with all their courses, but Seasons 52 understands that, and has created “Mini Indulgence” Desserts. There are nine choices of little heavenly concoctions, just enough to satisfy that end-of-meal sweet desire. Top it off with a sweet, juicy Jam Jar Moscato, Western Cape wine and you have just had the perfect dining experience. What will fall bring at Seasons 52? Seasons 52 is located at the West Shore Plaza, 204 North Westshore Blvd. Tampa, 33609. For more information visit www.seasons52.com/

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Napa — a Sauvignon blanc with mango and papaya flavors. Our third course choices were a wonderfully fresh Wild Alaskan Copper River Salmon served with corn risotto, asparagus, roasted pepper and dill sauce, and an AllNatural Bone-in Strip Steak from a new breed of cattle — the Piedmontese. The Piedmontese beef cattle are range raised in Nebraska and

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Dine Out at Mellow Mushroom in September and Help End Childhood Hunger

ore than 16 million A m e r i c a n children face hunger. This September, Mellow Mushroom is joining thousands of restaurants nationwide to support Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry campaign by raising funds through Share Our Strength’s Dine Out For No Kid Hungry program. Dine with Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers throughout the month of September and order a delicious Bruschetta appetizer, then Mellow Mushroom will donate $1 on your behalf. For more information on Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers and this September event, visit www.mellowmushroom. com or DineOutForNoKidHungry.org. Now in its fifth year, Dine Out For No Kid Hungry has raised more than $4 million for the No Kid Hungry

campaign—funds that are used to raise awareness about child hunger in the U.S.; create public-private partnerships that align kids with the resources they need; support school breakfast, summer and afterschool meal programs; and educate kids and their families on how to cook healthy meals with limited resources. “Everyone—private citizens, businesses, policymakers, and nonprofits—has a role in helping end childhood hunger in America,” said Billy Shore, Founder and CEO of Share Our Strength. “I encourage people to dine out often at participating restaurants wherever they are this September. Then, visit NoKidHungry. org to join this national movement to ensure that all children in America have access to the nutritious food they need, every day.” Visit DineOutForNoKidHungry.org.

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Fall 2012 Brings a Pirate’s Life for You, New Downtown Disney Entertainment Complex, Test Track 2.0 and More Treats to Walt Disney World Resort NIGHT OF JOY - Sept 7-8 Now in its 30th year, Night of Joy returns to Magic Kingdom Park with a contemporary Christian music festival. Headlining this after-hours event will be Casting Crowns, Chris Tomlin, NEEDTOBREATHE, MercyMe, Third Day and Kutless along with 10 other inspiring singers in a variety of genres. While artists perform at several stages, many popular attractions also are available for guests. Event hours are 7:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. each evening and require a special ticket. Additional information is available at www.nightofjoy.com. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Sept 11 - Nov 2 A family-friendly fright-fest in Magic Kingdom featur-

ing a children’s parade, trick-or-treating throughout the park, face painting, and more, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is a Halloween-themed special event held on 23 select evenings Sept. 11-Nov. 2. Purchase of an additional admission ticket is required to attend. More information:Disneyworld.com/Halloween

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SPLITSVILLE: BOWLING RE-IMAGINED The age-old image of bowling is about to change with the opening of Splitsville, America’s Bowling Alley, at Downtown Disney West Side this fall. Splitsville’s 50,000 square feet, two-story location will be unlike traditional bowling alleys — with 30 lanes separated into several clusters to create a one-of-akind perspective immersed in hip and retro elements. The Downtown Disney location also will boast billiard tables, live entertainment, a dramatic balcony and ample outdoor seating. Placing a whole new spin on the bowling experience with its emphasis on unique design, Splitsville will greet guests with upscale sushi bars, plush booths and dynamic decor overlooking the bowling lanes. Between strikes and spares, guests can feast on menu items including hand-tossed pizza, fresh-rolled sushi, grilled mahi-mahi with “Voodoo” shrimp and hand-cut filets alongside alley-classics such as cheeseburgers and crinkle-cut fries served right at the lane. For more information, visit www.splitsvillelanes.com. Epcot International Food & Wine Festival - Sept 28 - Nov 12 New vegan and fresh-from-Florida dishes will debut along with international bites and sips at the 17th annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Sept. 28 - Nov. 12. Festival goers are treated to top music acts during daily Eat to the Beat! pop concerts, where four new Eat to the Beat! acts -Smash Mouth, “The Voice” winner Javier Colon, Blues Traveler and Dennis DeYoung, original member of STYX — and 14 returning bands will take their turn on the America Gardens Theatre stage. Authentic Taste seminars, HGTV home-entertaining presentations and most event experiences are included with regular Epcot admission. To book special festival programs like the Party for the Senses grand tasting events, guests can call 407/WDW-FEST (939-3378). www.disneyworld.com/foodandwine. Design, then test drive The new Test Track Presented by Chevrolet A re-imagined, design-centric Test Track Presented by Chevrolet will debut in fall with a new “Chevrolet Design Center.” Amid upbeat music, engaging media, dramatic lighting and a collection of Chevrolet concept cars and model vehicles, guests themselves will become automotive designers and create their own custom concept vehicles. Then guests will buckle into their 6-person “SimCar” ride vehicle and put their design through its paces on the exhilarating hills, switchbacks and straight-aways of the Test Track circuit. Their performance testing complete, guests will move into a post-show area filled with special effects and be scored on how well their custom concept vehicle did.

The Legend of Captain Jack Sparrow The Legend of Captain Jack Sparrow debuts this fall at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, giving Walt Disney World Resort guests a chance to become immersed in the world of the four “Pirates of the Caribbean” films. Aspiring pirates will experience the story of Jack Sparrow like never before to discover if they have what it takes to join Captain Jack’s crew. Kilimanjaro Safaris: From A to Zebra Zebra at Disney’s Animal Kingdom welcome guests on Kilimanjaro Safaris to their new home in fall 2012. A reconstructed savannah space featuring a new watering hole for live animals will offer an additional viewing opportunity at the end of guests’ expedition through Africa. For more information on Walt Disney World, call 407/824-4321 or visit disneyworld.com.

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ORLANDO HAPPENINGS

Three-Course Prix-Fixe Dinners For $30

or the entire month of September, 70 of Orlando’s top restaurants will serve up three-course prix-fixe dinners for $30 during Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining Month. OrlandoMagicalDining.com features menus, message boards, reservations and a mobile version. The month-long event will benefit the Edgewood Children’s Ranch, with $1 from every meal donated to the organization. Now in its 7th year, Magical Dining Month continues to grow with the addition of new restaurants to Orlando’s expanding dining scene, including Fogo de Chão, Prickly Pear and Nick’s Italian Kitchen. This year’s restaurant list boasts a wide variety of unique atmospheres and cuisines spread across six unique dining districts: Convention District – This area, encompassing International Drive, hosts the largest concentration of Magical Dining restaurants, including popular steakhouses like The Capital Grille, Charley’s Steak House and Vito’s Chop House. Disney/Lake Buena Vista District – Known for its world-class theme parks and resorts, this upbeat district offers up upscale, fine dining restaurants including The Venetian Room, Todd English’s bluezoo and La Luce by Donna Scala. D owntown CHEZ VINCENT: Chocolate & RaspDistrict – In berry mouse with a mango sauce the midst of trendy neighborhoods and endless nighttime entertainment options, downtown Orlando hosts local favorites including Citrus Restaurant, Funky Monkey Wine Company, Le Coq Au Vin and The Boheme.

U niversal / CityWalk District – Fullythemed, Universal area restaurants include Emeril’s Tchoup Chop at the Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Bice Ristorante at the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel and The Palm at Hard Rock Hotel. R estaurant Row District – This one-mile stretch of Sand Lake Road is a mecca for upscale and casual FUNKY MONKEY WINE COMPANY: restaurants, includ- Stuffed Avocado – spicy ahi tuna, ing Roy’s Hawaiian cream cheese, eel sauce, spicy mayo, Fusion, Timpano sriracha, masago Italian Chophouse and Bosphorous Turkish Cuisine. Featured seafood restaurants in the area include Ocean Prime, Moonfish, Big Fin Seafood Kitchen and Fishbones. Winter Park District – Signature restaurants – unique to the Orlando area – including Luma on Park and Chez Vincent make up this quaint, picturesque district just north of downtown Orlando. As the 2012 charitable beneficiary for Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining Month, Edgewood Children’s Ranch will receive $1 for every meal served. Edgewood Children’s Ranch provides residential, educational and counseling services for troubled children and their families. For more information visit EdgewoodRanch.com. For more information, visit OrlandoMagicalDining.com.

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ORLANDO HAPPENINGS THE ORLANDO MUSEUM OF ART The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) is debuting a new season celebrating graphic art, photography and glass art as well as the OMA’s permanent collections. These exhibitions are all accompanied by special events and educational programming for all ages. Through October 28: Southernmost Art and Literary Portraits: Photographs of Fifty Internationally Noted Artists and Writers in Florida by Jimm Roberts Through October: Modern American Artists from Florida: Paintings, Sculptures and Prints from the OMA Collection. omart.org/ Fashion Week at The Mall at Millenia - Sept 6-13 See designer runway shows and a sneak preview of spring 2012’s hottest fashion trends straight from international runways right here in Central Florida. Fashion followers will have fun with a week-long series of in-store events, such as trunk shows and champagne receptions. Admission to runway show: free. 407-3633555. www.mallatmillenia.com SOAKED EXTREME WATER SPORTS FESTIVAL Sept 7-8 Dive into waves of fun during soaked, a new twoday extreme water sports festival held in the world capital of water skiing. With family-friendly entertainment,

at Millenia. Enjoy Fall Collections hosted by EmmyNominee, Cat Deeley of So You Think You Can Dance. Enjoy the in-store dessert party and in-store activities and auction items. The Mall at Millenia will donate 10% of all event sales in participating stores to Runway to Hope. All funds generated in entirety benefit Runway to Hope and will be equally distributed among Give Hope Foundation, The Benji Watson Cancer Foundation, and The Palliative Care Programs at Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children and Florida Hospital for Children. www.runwaytohope.org ORANGE COUNTY REGIONAL HISTORY CENTER FLORIDASCAPES: I-4 — THE EXITS LESS TRAVELED - thru September 9 The Orange County Regional History Center in Orlando, Fla., invites visitors to rediscover I-4 and the cities and towns that surround it in the exhibition, FloridaScapes: I-4—The Exits Less Traveled, on display through September 9. Sherri Bunye, Crealdé Studio Artist, hopes her images inspire others to take an exit less traveled and discover the unexpected beauty and charm she captures. The exhibition focuses on the Orlando/Sanford stretch of I-4, and showcases her newest work, including 10 never-before-seen photos. www.thehistorycenter.org/ Central Florida Zoo Fiesta del Coquí Sept 16 The annual “Fiesta del Coquí” at the Central Florida Zoo, lets guests party with the coquí and enjoy live music; crafts and activities; demonstrations and much more to celebrate Hispanic culture. Visitors can enjoy fabulous regional cuisines, dance to the sounds of local bands and be entertained by local dance groups. 407323-4450. www.centralfloridazoo.org

extreme sports, live music, and car shows, there’s no shortage of fun at this event held at downtown Orlando’s Lake Eola. Watch world champion water skiers compete in slalom and jump competitions for a grand prize of $100,000, the largest purse ever given in the sport. www.soakedorlando.com 407-354-5586 Runway to Hope Champagne Brunch & Fashion Show - Sept 9 The Runway to Hope Champagne Brunch & Fashion Show takes place at 9:30 am - 1pm at The Mall 64

Inaugural Kissimmee Festival of Festivals - Sept. 21–23 The inaugural Kissimmee Festival of Festivals is a three-day event featuring hot air balloons from around the world, races, arts and crafts and music. More than 50 balloons will take to the Central Florida sky with mass ascensions throughout the festival. In addition to the breathtaking views, festival-goers can experience balloon, helicopter or World War II Warbird Airplane rides, skydiving exhibitions, 5k and 10k runs alongside the colorful balloon collection, festival fare, games and more. 407-415-8470. www.kissimmeefestival.com

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UNIVERSAL STUDIOS EVENTS & ATTRACTIONS

Rock the Universe takes place on September 7 & 8, where big names in Christian rock take the stage at Universal Studios. Enjoy this Christian music festival spread out over 2 nights and featuring 16 amazing bands. Feel the power of one soul-stirring song after another from awardwinning artists including Skillet, Switchfoot, Newsboys, Relient K, Jeremy Camp, tobyMac and many more. This year, experience an even bigger FanZone where you can sing along with your favorite Christian rock songs at Coca-Cola Karaoke. Saturday night, don’t miss the Candlelighting Ceremony including music by Tenth Avenue North.

HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS The bad boys of magic, Penn & Teller, are bringing their eccentric and edgy illusionist entertainment to life in an all-new 3D haunted house – “Penn & Teller New(kd) Las Vegas” – at Halloween Horror Nights. Prepare to experience the lights and allure of Las Vegas… with a toxic twist. Penn & Teller invite Halloween Horror Nights guests to step into a dark, dilapidated and radioactive version of “Sin City,” as if one of their magic tricks has gone terribly awry and the city has been covered in nuclear ooze. Concepted by the duo themselves, the maze will feature the best of Vegas – showgirls, slot machines, little white wedding chapel, all-

you-can-eat buffet, and more – all glowing with a toxic green hue. Halloween Horror Nights features highly-themed, disturbingly real

haunted houses based on everything from film to nightmares -and streets filled with hundreds of specially-trained “scareactors.” For more information www.universalorlando.com

Enjoy these fun Halloween Shows and Activities: Trick-or-Treat Sweets; Sesame Street’s Countdown to Halloween Live Musical Stage Show; Penelope’s Party Zone with interactive ice DJ, interactive games and activities; Fun-loving, fanciful sea creatures greet, mingle, and play with guests making their way through the event www.seaworldparks.com/

ou can create family memories during SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular, the 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: 6-7, 13-14, 19-21, and 26-28. This daytime event runs from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., leaving the littlest of trick-or-treaters wide-eyed for the fun-filled activities. www.AccentOnTampaBay.com

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CSI: The Experience - thru the end of 2012 CSI: The Experience is a traveling exhibition combining the entertainment of the hit show with real-life scientific and investigative techniques. Guests will be able to play the role of crime scene investigators and solve multiple mysteries at the hands-on exhibit featuring handmade props, special effects, meticulous crime-scene re-creations and two state-of-the-art crime labs. 407-226-7220. www.csiexhibit. com

ARABIAN NIGHTS SHOW The current featured production at Arabian Nights is a lighthearted tale of adventure and romance. On her 21st birthday, allAmerican girl and champion rider Sherry Smith discovers that she is actually the Princess Scheherazade. Along with her genie Abracadabra, Princess Scheherazade takes the audience on a magical journey around the world to find her prince â&#x20AC;&#x201C; who must love horses as much as she does. Along the way, Abracadabra must protect Princess Scheherazade from the evil Prince Vaneer, and help her find her true love, Prince Khalid. The show includes dinner. 3081 Arabian Nights Blvd., Kissimmee; 407-239-9223.

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The KSC Up-Close: Launch Control Center Tour Thru the end of 2012

he KSC Up-Close: Launch Control Center (LCC) Tour, the second in Kennedy Space Center’s special 50th anniversary series of rareaccess tours, takes visitors inside Firing Room 4, the one from which all 21 space shuttle launches since 2006 were controlled. Inside Firing Room 4, visitors will pass by the computer consoles at which engineers monitored the computerized launch control system’s thousands of system checks every minute leading up to launch. They’ll see the main launch countdown clock and many large video monitors on the walls, and enter the “bubble room,” with its wall of interior windows through which the Kennedy Space Center management team viewed all of the proceedings below. The LCC Tour has a limited number of daily tours. NASA and the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex has another behind-the-scenes tour through the end of the year. That tour takes visitors inside the 525-foot-tall Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB), where the Apollo Saturn V rockets and space shuttles were assembled. For more information, visit www.KennedySpaceCenter.com/

et ‘n Wild Orlando’s new family water playground, Blastaway Beach, covers an acre and features a new sandcastle-themed water playground. Built around a sandcastle rising 60-feet high, the new attraction features 15 slides, expand across two pools and have over 160 soakers, jets, waterfalls and water cannons. Designed especially for families, Blastaway Beach features a single entrance/exit, creating a secluded environment that is family-friendly and family-safe.

Wet ‘n Wild Orlando, the world’s first waterpark as recognized by the World Waterpark Association, introduced the world to the waterpark concept in 1977. Today, over 15 themed rides and attractions comprise an arsenal of thrills that provide guests an exciting variety of ways to “share the rush” with family and friends.

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Weedon Island Preserve

Orange County Regional History Center - Sept 29-Dec 31

where one can spot wading birds, manatee and various fish species. twoPeanuts comic strips as he shows how Weedon Island Preserve is the an ecologically ow many suns? Is Earth flat? Explore the “web moreAlmost than 65 miles of the trails are handicap accessible important reserve with a highly inforof life” through the Peanuts comic strip, didactic their choices impact the environment. mative and beautifully designed materials, and fun interactives in the Peanuts…NatuAbout Peanuts interpretive Cultural and Natural rally exhibition from the Charles M. Schulz Museum The first Peanuts comic strip was run by seven newsHistory Center. Their musuem opening on September 29 and running papers on October 2, 1950. It was originally exhibit focuses on Florida Native AmericanDecember history and 31 artifacts. through at theInOrange Councalled “Li’l Folks,” but the United Feature theRegional preserve History visitors Center can enjoy ty in Orlando. Join Syndicate renamed it Peanuts, a title that 4.54 miles of hiking nature and the rest of Charlie Brown, Lucy,and Snoopy, Charles Schulz, artist and writer of the comtrails that meander through manthe gang as they find themselves in trouble ic strip, never liked. The comic strip became grove forest and seagrass flats,

with the Environmental Protection Agency, known for its clever social commentary, and try to plant French fries, and run into other touched on topics such as the Vietnam War, misadventures with the world around them. gender and racial equality, and the environthrough Culturalbook Center. Schulz, who created the Peanuts comic strip ment. In 1952 the first the Peanuts collecThe Weedon Island Preserve for nearly 50 years, was immensely curious, tion was published. Byhours 1958, Center’s of Peanuts operation apare an avid reader, and took a keen interest in peared in 355 newspapers in the U.S., and Wednesday through Sunday, the latest research findings in a variety of fields. It is not 40 newspapers in other countries. Peanuts also apfrom 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. For more information on a surprise that many of these findings and facts found peared in other forms throughout the years, including Weedon Island, visit www.weetheir way into Schulz’s comic strip carefully interpreted award-winning TV specials and stage musicals. The donislandcenter.org with boardwalk or concrete. Every through his characters’ unique, and sometimes wacky, final Peanuts strip ran For on more February 13,Island 2000. Weedon photos, visit Saturday guided Hikes of Weedon Island understanding of their world. Kids of are all ages will enFor information, call (407) 836-8500 visit on Event AccentOnTampaBay.com,orclick conducted by volunteers. (Pre-regjoy Schulz’s interpretation of the natural worldisthrough www.thehistorycenter.org/ Photo Gallery, click on Tampa Bay istration required at (727) 453-6506.) Guided canoe trips are also offered

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DVD VIEW S TV Shows Revenge: The Complete First Season Starring: Emily VanCamp, Madeleine Stowe, Gabriel Mann; Director: Douglas McGrath www.revengeondvd.com Beneath the luxurious lifestyle of the Hamptons, lies a dark, dirty secret and a twisted tale of passion, suspense, and ultimate redemption. Enter the alluring world of the rich and ruthless with ABC’s Revenge: The Complete First Season. Wealth, beauty, and power define the residents of New York’s most exclusive community, but one woman will stop at nothing to exact revenge from those who ruined her father’s life. LEVERAGE: The 4th Season Starring: Timothy Hutton, Gina Bellman, Arvin Brown; Director: Dean Devlin www.foxconnect.com The stakes have never been higher in this all-new season of Leverage, the thrilling crime drama that puts

you at the heart of the action. Timothy Hutton returns as Nate Ford, now more determined than ever to fight injustice with the help of his elite team of crack con artists. STAR TREK THE NEXT GENERATION: Season One BluRay Starring: Patrick Stewart, Levar Burton, Jonathan Frakes www.paramount.com Set in the 24th century, the exploits of the U.S.S. Enterprise continue as it explores the universe, seeking new life and new worlds. You can experience all 25 season one episodes in 1080p high definition, with true high definition visual effects. Witness new picture detail and depth and enjoy spectacular visual effects that have been painstakingly re-created from the original film elements.

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urns out The Good Wife is not afraid to be bad. Tougher in the courtroom. Stronger for her family. And hotter than ever behind closed doors. Season 3 reveals a new side to Alicia Florrick (Emmy and Golden Globe winner* Julianna Margulies)... and she likes it. Upping her game at the office, Alicia is pivotal in helping Lockhart/Gardner navigate a year of rough waters. While she and Will (Josh Charles) finally get their romantic timing right, there are consequences for both. She has a new professional adversary in her ex, Peter Florrick (Chris Noth), who aligns with Alicia’s rival Cary (Matt Czuchry). Will faces disbarment, Diane (Christine Baranski) tries to keep the firm afloat and Kalinda (Emmy winner Archie Panjabi) tries to mend her damaged relationship with her best friend. Meanwhile, Eli (Alan Cumming) has joined the firm, clashing with partners, attorneys and Alicia as only he can. From the start of this 6-disc, 22-episode collection, The Good Wife is a brand-new woman.

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he classic legend of honor and betrayal has been astonishingly re-imagined in this exhilarating action thriller that wields a profound relevance for today. Caius Martius ‘Coriolanus’ (star and director Ralph Fiennes) is a feared and revered Roman General, suddenly pitted against his own city and fellow citizens. Rebelling against the power-hungry designs of his manipulative mother (Vanessa Redgrave) and rejected by his own people, Coriolanus incites a riot that expels him from Rome. The banished hero joins forces with his sworn enemy Tullus Aufidius (Gerard Butler) to exact his revenge -and determine his destiny.

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Star Spangled City

ities’ visitors bureaus like to tout that they have “everything” for the resident and tourist, which is not always the case. Baltimore, however, does have everything. Maryland’s amazing city located on Chesapeake Bay has much to offer. I spent three days of intense sightseeing there and realize I barely scratched the surface.

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OT say can you see b early light, What we hailed at the t gleaming, Whose b and bright stars perilous fight, O’er we watched, were streaming? And red glare, the bom he Fairfield Inn & Suites in Baltimore’s Downtown Inner Harbor is the ideal place to call home while visiting the city. The 3-year old eco-friendly hotel is centrally located on the route of the Baltimore Heritage Walk which connects four neighborhoods and four centuries’ worth of historic sites and museums that includes the Inner Harbor, Little Italy, Historic Jonestown, and City Center. Although the red brick hotel is new, it was created to fit in with it’s historic location. Brick walls with indirect lighting and comfy chairs adorn the inviting lobby, and iconic Baltimore photos line the walls leading to elevators and guest rooms. The hotel has all the ameni-

ties one could wish for, with a complimentary breakfast, fitness room, restaurant, and all the modern touches in the guest rooms.

always start my trip at a city’s visitor’s center, where you can find out all about the area and what it has to offer. Baltimore’s Visitor Center is conveniently located right in the Inner Harbor which is the most visited section of the city.

altimore’s Inner Harbor is famous for “getting it right” on how best to utilize a city’s waterfront. History and hip blend together to make it attractive to everyone, with shops, restaurants, museums and boat cruises. A major seaport since the 1700s, you will find the Baltimore Maritime Museum here with four historic ships, including the USS Constellation — the only Civil War ship still floating today; the USCGC Taney, the last surviving warship of Pearl Harbor; USS Torsk submarine, completing over 10,000 dives; and the Lightship Chesapeake. It is fascinating to be able to climb aboard these ships and explore. Children are equally enthralled. The nearby Maryland Science Center features a planetarium, an IMAX theater and hands-on exhibits. Baltimore’s National Aquarium houses more than 16,000 creatures in their naturalistic habitats. You will see sharks, sea turtles, and dolphins as well as monkeys, sloths and puffins among all the species. Don’t miss the amazing Jelly fish exhibit — I guarantee you’ll see creatures you didn’t know existed. www.AccentOnTampaBay.com

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learned what the city had at the Visitor’s Center, and now to see it, I chose the Baltimore Sightseeing Trolley 90 minute Tour for a good overview. Our affable guide, Bob Oliver, pointed out many different interesting spots and gave us some history about them. I made note of what I wanted to go back and explore in more depth later on.

&O Railroad may be known as a spot on the Monopoly game board, but it was a very important railroad in real life, and played a crucial part in the Civil War. I’m not going to go into a history lesson here (not that I am well versed enough to anyway) but if you visit Baltimore’s fascinating B&O (Baltimore & Ohio) Museum, you will learn everything you ever wanted to know about trains and the railroad’s history. The current exhibit is “The War Came By Train” and it continues through 2015. Commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War, the exhibit points out that between April 19, 1861 (The Baltimore Riot of 1861) and April 21, 1865 (Lincoln’s funeral train leaving Baltimore for Illinois), the B&O was a big part of the conflict. The B&O Roundhouse has the largest collection of railroad equipment in the world including eight locomotives and cars that served during the war, interpretive signage, video presentations, and life-size historic dioramas. On October 13-14, 2012, the B&O Railroad Museum will hold their annual Steam Days, this year focusing on Civil War period steam power and including a Civil War encampment. Passengers will be able to ride west to the Whistle Stop Gateway located near the Museum’s Restoration Facility where they will be able to leave the train and visit a Civil War camp and see the “William Mason” under steam. Built in 1856, the Mason is the only operating Civil War steam engine in the USA, and pulled President Lincoln’s inaugural train. In camp, members of the 20th Maine Volunteer Infantry, Company E and the 1st Maryland Volunteer Infantry will be on hand to talk about the life of Union soldiers during the war and will conduct demonstrations and military drills. Blacksmiths will also demonstrate their craftsmanship.

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hen one visits Baltimore, one MUST visit Camden Yards, home to the Baltimore Orioles and some notable moments in baseball history. It was here, after all, that Cal Ripkin, Jr. broke Lou Gehrig’s record of 2,130 consecutive games played, and hit a home run. In the walking zone behind the bullpens you can find sculptures of retired jersey numbers and players—the most famous of which has to the “The Babe”, Babe Ruth, a native Baltimorean. If you are a diehard Ruth fan, just follow the 60 painted baseballs from his statue, and it will take you to the Babe Ruth Birthplace Museum. A few blocks from the stadium is the Sports Legends Museum where you can review the careers of Maryland sports figures from yesterday’s Johnny Unitas up to today’s Michael Phelps.

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oly heart failure, Batman!” One of my favorite Baltimore stops was Geppi’s Entertainment Museum, a really fun, cool assemblage of pop culture, adjacent to Camden Yards. This is a “must see” for the comic book/action hero fan, as well as nostalgia for games and artifacts from the past (starting from the 17th century to today.) It includes such items as comic books, movie posters, toys, buttons, badges, cereal boxes, trading cards, dolls, figurines, video games and on and on, filling up 16,000 square feet. What makes this astonishing assemblage even more amazing is that it is the collection of one man — Stephen A. Geppi, President and CEO of Diamond Comics Distributors. He started collecting comic books in 1972, and never looked back. Considering the current value of some of these old comics, his collection is priceless. On display is the 1938 Action comic where Superman makes his first appearance (worth at least $1M), and the Detective comic where Batman first appears, among many, many more. I learned that when Superman first “arrived” he didn’t fly, he leapt — as in “...able to leap tall buildings in a single bound.” He didn’t fly until Superman became a radio show in 1940. AND, our favorite couple Blondie and Dagwood had an interesting start. Seems that Blondie Boopadoop was a flapper, and Dagwood was the heir to the Bumstead fortune. Dagwood’s parents forbid him to marry her, so he gave up his inheritance for love, marrying Blondie in 1933. Their marriage has lasted for 79 years. Who knew?! For a diehard comic book fan, Geppi’s alone is reason enough to visit Baltimore. (They also have a pretty good gift shop!)

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or history buffs, there are wonderful free guided and self-guided walking and driving tours of historic areas, that can be picked up at the visitor’s center. Baltimore played an important role in American history, and much of it has been preserved for future generations.

At the Civil War Museum where you can learn about Baltimore’s pivotal involvement in the war, from the first bloodshed to the bloodiest single day battle at Antietam to the story of Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad.

The Heritage Walk takes you through Little Italy to the the East Coast’s largest museum of AfricanAmerican heritage, the Reginald F. Lewis Museum, which strives to collect, preserve, document and exhibit the contributions of African-American Marylanders from the state’s earliest history to the present and the future. The museum’s permanent exhibition includes three beautifully displayed galleries: Things Hold Lines Connect, Building Maryland, Building America and The Strength of the Mind.

Next door is the house where the Star-Spangled Banner was sewn. There is dispute about whether Betsy Ross sewed the first American flag, but none about whether Mary Pickersgill sewed the Star Spangled Banner that flew over Ft. McHenry and inspired Francis Scott Key to pen the National Anthem. The original flag (now in the Smithsonian as one of it’s most treasured artifacts) originally measured 30 X 42 feet, and it’s current size is 30 X 34 feet. She was assisted in her task by four other people. Her home (now called the Star Spangled Banner Flag House) is set as it was in 1812, and affords a glimpse into the life of the early 19th century Baltimore resident.

t’s only a few miles to Ft. McHenry to see where the Star Spangled Banner flew during the 1814 Battle of Baltimore. Built around 1798, the fort has played part in all wars up to WWII in some capacity. Today it looks as it did during the Civil War. Cannons (and there are a lot of them) are all original. A self-guided tour of the fort takes one to two hours, and you will see how the soldiers lived and worked during the different eras. On certain days you can catch the Fort McHenry Guard performing drill, musket and artillery demonstrations.

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altimore dining proved to be a treat as well. There are so many diverse restaurants, but when in Maryland you have to sample what it is most famous for - crab cakes. Woodberry Kitchen was recommended, and it didn’t disappoint. The Tilghman Island Crab Cake was heavenly. Woodberry has an open kitchen and a woodburning oven, and they use local organic produce, sustainable fish & shellfish.

Located in the historic Federal Hill area, Spoons Cafe is the popular place to go for breakfast, with a full menu of benedicts, omlettes, frittatas — eggs prepared every which way, and served by a friendly staff. They are also open for lunch and dinner.

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B&O Brasserie is located in the old B&O Railway Headquarters, and the restaurant utilized the building’s original Beaux-Arts architecture, cleverly incorporating touches from old RR dining cars into chairs and table lamps. The menu is modern American cuisine, and the fare delicious. My Adobo Braised Pork Shank with smoked black bean risotto and pickled pear-arugula was succulent and tender.

The Lebanese Taverna is a bright Morocco/modern restaurant that has been family owned for 33 years, and is within walking distance from the Inner Harbor. I sampled some new tastes here, and all were successful. Hummus and unique flatbreads started the meal, and my entree was a savory mixed dish of kafta, lamb and chicken with grilled vegetables. There were a lot of vegetarian choices as well as a gluten-free menu.

In the historic Fells Point district, is Alexander’s Tavern, a lively place with some unique tavern fare. Macaroni and cheese pizza? Or how about for breakfast French Toast stuffed with cookie dough? I know you’re saying “Oh no you dit’n” but I did. And it was delicious. And I am not sorry. I was on vacation. It doesn’t count.

As I said earlier, I merely scratched the surface of what there is to see and do in Baltimore, which begs for a return visit. I will definitely return, and I might even have some more cookie dough French toast. Really.

If You Go...

Alexander’s Tavern - www.alexanderstavern.com/ Baltimore Sightseeing Trolly Tour www.baltimoretrolley.com/ B&O Railroad Museum - www.borail.org/ B&O Brasserie - www.bandorestaurant.com/ Civil War Museum - www.civilwarbaltimore.com/ Fairfield Marriott Inn & Suites www.greenfairfieldinn.com/ Fort McHenry - www.nps.gov/fomc/index.htm Geppi’s Entertainment Museum www.geppismuseum.com/

Inner Harbor www.baltimore.org/about-baltimore/inner-harbor/ Lebanese Taverna - www.lebanesetaverna.com/ Maritime Museum - www.historicships.org/ Reginald F. Lewis Museum www.africanamericanculture.org/ Spoons - www.spoonsbaltimore.com/ Sports Legends & Babe Ruth Museums www.baberuthmuseum.com/ Star Spangled Banner Flag House www.flaghouse.org/ Visit Baltimore - www.baltimore.org/ Woodberry Kitchen - www.woodberrykitchen.com/

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Art Lines CONTEMPORARY ART GLASS Through October 14

ith its intense sunlight and coastal views, Florida is the ideal home for contemporary glass. The region and the entire state have particularly strong examples of studio and contemporary glass in both private and public collections. Global + Local: Studio and Contemporary Glass on Florida’s West Coast features more than 100 works from approximately 17 collections, including the Museum’s own. This exhibition continues through Sunday, October 14 Recent MFA acquisitions of major works by Therman Statom and Michael Glancy are high points, as well as objects by internationally renowned artists Harvey Littleton, Lino Tagliapietra, Dale Chihuly, Richard Ritter, William Morris, Sonja Blomdahl, Dante Marioni, Toots Zinsky, and Yoichi Ohira. Exceptional works by area artists Duncan McClellan, Owen Pach, and Chuck Boux also enhance the exhibition. Mr. McClellan’s new studio/gallery in downtown St. Petersburg is attracting artists from around the globe. The Chihuly Collection and the Hot Shop at The Morean Arts Center and the Zen Glass Studio likewise reflect the city’s emergence as a center for the display and creation of glass art. The MFA, The Chihuly Collection presented by The Morean Arts Center, and The

Morean Glass Studio and Hot Shop will offer one free child six to 18 years old with each paid adult through August 31, 2012. These art attractions are close to each other in downtown St. Petersburg. The MFA is open until 8 p.m. on Thursdays, with admission reduced to $10 from 5-8. One collection includes several works by Australian glass artists, rarely found in this area. Another has objects by gifted Venetian artist Archimede Seguso. A third contains two works by Swedish artist Bertil Vallien, who will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Glass Art Society at its June conference at the Toledo Museum of Art. 255 Beach Dr. N.E., St. Petersburg, 727-896-2667; www.fine-arts.org

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Three Exhibitions Celebrate 2,000 Years of Sculpture MASTERWORKS OF 20TH CENTURY SCULPTURE - thru Sept 9 From the Martin Z. Margulies Collection. This exhibition chronicles important developments in sculpture in the 20th century, and includes twenty outstanding works by Joan Miro, Isamu Noguchi, Willem de Kooning, Louise Nevelson, Manuel Neri, George Segal, Deborah Butterfield, and John Chamberlain. OBJECT IMAGE \ ERIK LEVINE \ SCULPTURE AND VIDEO - thru Sept 23. In 2011, the Museum ac-

quired a large-scale sculpture by New York-based artist Erik Levine. Hand-Held (1997) is made of plywood and measures more than 14 feet in length. This exhibition marks the debut of the new acquisition and complements two video works by Levine, who rose to prominence with his use of humble plywood in massive installations. Since 2002, he has focused exclusively on video. A HUNDRED YEARS - A HUNDRED CHAIRS - thru Sept 16. Masterworks from the Vitra Design Museum. Design played an important role in cultural development at the beginning of the 19th century, and following the Second World War, American designers began to collaborate closely with industry, developing designs that would be used for mass production of furniture. This exhibit offers an intimate view of different periods of industrial furniture design throughout the century, showcasing chairs by designers such as Charles

Eames, Marcel Breuer, Eero Saarinen and Harry Bertoia alongside drawings, sketches, historical documents and information on production techniques relating to each chair. Pop Art inspired later designers such as Verner Panton to play on form and color, and the search for simple, innovative shapes and materials characterizes furniture by those such as Frank Gehry in the last of this century. The Vitra Design Museum maintains one of the most important collections of modern furniture design, and this exhibition provides an opportunity to contemplate some of their most significant and beautiful chairs. Art of the Poison Pens: A Century of American Political Cartoons - thru Sept 16. The Tampa Museum of Art and the University of South Florida Libraries present the Art of the Poison Pens: A Century of American Political Cartoons. This thought-provoking exhibition presents 59 editorial cartoons lampooning more than 100 years of political discussion from both sides of the fence, drawn exclusively from The Mahan Collection of American Humor and Cartoon Art, Special & Digital Collections, University of South Florida Tampa Library. The cartoon collection â&#x20AC;&#x201C; dating from 1871 to the present day â&#x20AC;&#x201C; has never before been publicly displayed. 120 Gasparilla Plaza (Polk Street) Tampa, FL 33602; www.tampamuseum.org

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DECO JAPAN: SHAPING MODERN CULTURE, 1920-1945 - thru Oct 28 Deco Japan not only provides dramatic examples of the spectacular craftsmanship and sophisticated design long associated with Japan, it conveys the complex social and cultural tensions in Japan during the Taishô and early Shôwa epochs (1912-1945). In these prewar and war eras, artists and patrons created a Japanese modernism that signaled simultaneously the nation’s unique history and its cosmopolitanism. The vitality of the era is further expressed through the theme of the modern girl, known in Japan as the modaan gaaru or

200 works highlight the Levenson collection -- the world’s premier collection of Japanese art in the Deco style. These pieces include spectacular examples of metalwork, ceramics, lacquer, glass, wood furniture, jewelry, textiles, graphic design on paper, painting and woodblock prints; they range from fine art objects made to impress the public at national art exhibitions to goods mass produced for the modern home. The exhibition is co-organized by The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art and Art Services International. See this exhibition during regular Museum hours, 10 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Thursdays until 8 p.m.

moga, for short – the emblem of contemporary urban chic that flowered along with the Art Deco style of the 1920s and 1930s. Selected by Dr.Kendall Brown, the nearly

Mythic Creatures of China - thru July 14, 2013 Chinese artists have portrayed animals in ceramics across thousands of years of the country’s continuous history. These animals captured the imaginations of Chinese potters as they sought to portray animals they had seen, and others they could only imagine. Drawn from the Ringling’s collection of Chinese ceramics, these animals will tickle you fancy with their stories, legends and vibrancy. Almost one hundred objects will be presented, including dragons, butterflies, fish and phoenix. Ringling International Arts Festival - Oct 10-13 Artists from around the world are coming together under the artistic direction of the Baryshnikov Arts Center for the Ringling International Arts Festival. The rich diversity of ideas and forms at play in the world today will be celebrated with performances in dance, music, theater, and film – plus soul stirring music and sunsets in the James Turrell Skyspace and an unforgettable closing night in the Museum of Art Courtyard. For more information, 941.358.3180, or visit www.ringling.org

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Houston… We have Blast Off

n what proves to be a timely foursome of exhibitions, the Dunedin Fine Art Center is following closely on the heels of NASA’s Curiosity landing on Mars, with four new space-themed exhibitions. Intergalactic, Beam Me Up, My Favorite Martian and Blast Off will present an array of work gathered to reflect a broad, though singular theme. In Intergalactic, artists from around the world take us out of this world. Extraterrestrials, black holes, lunar landscapes, celestial bodies. The sky’s not the limit. Houston-based video and photographic team Hillerbrand & Magsamen share contemporary interpretations of parenthood and family. Life as we do not know it in Beam Me Up. My Favorite Martian invites DFAC student, members & friends to reveal their inner aliens. In BLAST OFF: The Final Frontier, the David L. Mason Children’s Art Museum casts its gaze to the stars with a trip to outer-space for the entire family. Get your hands on Astronauts, aliens and spaceships. An exhibit of work from DFAC Summer Camp artists shares the same name, but occupies its own space in the Kokolakis Family Youth Gallery. The two day extravaganza includes the opening reception for the exhibitions on Sept 7, which along with refreshments, will feature an Artist Talk and live music. Sept 8 is DFAC’s Kid’s Art Fest. Games, Food and Music will be the menu of the day, as well as an award ceremony for the young Blast Off artists. Visit www.dfac.org or call 727.298.DFAC for more information.

FLORIDA MUSEUM of PHOTOGRAPHIC ARTS America’s Civil War: Selections from the Drapkin Collection & Larry West - thru Oct 14 Visit a time where soldiers met their enemies on foot and battles were fought in fields and forests. The collection includes high quality photographs and pho-

tography pieces from an era of bravery and honor. Take a glimpse into an important moment in the his-

tory of America. Portraits of Power: Photographs by Platon - thru Nov 11 Individuals as diverse as Vladimir Putin and Tony Blair know that what they project with their image is as potent as any military arsenal. Therefore, when the world leaders at a 2009 United Nations General Assembly meeting were intercepted by an enterprising portrait photographer named Platon Antoniou, they must have worried. They could not control the results of his portrait session: in essence, they were at his mercy. “Every head of state has to address the General Assembly, and there’s a podium where they all stand to make their speeches,” said Platon, the British-Greek photographer who was working for The New Yorker magazine. “[For five days], I stood a few feet away from the podium backstage... and since everyone had to pass me on their way to and from the stage, I had two chances to secure a portrait session with each person.” The FLORIDA MUSEUM of PHOTOGRAPHIC ARTS is located at 400 N. Ashley Drive, Cube 200, Tampa, FL 33602; 813.221.2222; www.fmopa.org

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Discovery’s American Chopper at the Museum

went to a fabulous museum show recently. This exhibition featured the work of master artists, highlighted aspects of American culture, traced the history of the entire 20th Century, and focused on advancements in technology. It had everything you’d expect from a great museum exhibition. What I didn’t expect it was all about motorcycles. In Indianapolis, the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art is a world class museum that tells the American story through objects on a daily basis. Housing an impressive collection of Native American objects and western art, the Eiteljorg organized a special exhibition dedicated to American motorcycles dating back to the early 1900s. The exhibit included a 1905 Harley Davidson, Evel Knievel’s motorcycle, and even a custom built from the Discovery channel’s popular TV show American Chopper. In the Steel Ponies exhibition, curators showed how motorcycles played a critical role in developing the American dynamic. The high caliber artwork on these motorcycles is no different than Michelangelo’s carved marble of David, the detailed cast bronze on a 17th Century ship’s cannon, the hand-painted flowers on a 1890 Edison phonograph, or the 1960s furniture highlighted on television’s Mad Men. Identifying materials, construction elements and symbolism is no different for me, as an appraiser, whether I am appraising a 1905 single-cylinder Harley or a Wells Fargo stagecoach shotgun. As an expert appraiser on Discovery’s Auction Kings, I use my background and experience to appraise many different types of objects. In the same way I appraise a signed Mickey Mantle baseball or a Civil War sword, I appraise motorcycles based on various physical, artistic, and cultural factors. The construction, condition, background, and design highlight a bike’s monetary value. Some of the motorcycle models on display were decorated with the same elements that you might see on images of Native American horses and riders dating back to early 1900s. One could see the connections between motorcycle design and fringed animal hides worn by the plains Indians or chrome details on production motorcy-

cles reminiscent of the metalwork found on spurs made by Garcia, a famous metalsmith and spur designer. Also on view were Evel Knievel’s motorcycle that he rode as he attempted to make many of his daredevil jumps and the Captain America bike which was featured in the 1969 counterculture classic, Easy Rider. This Captain America bike was central to the American road movie’s plot. For me, the highlight of Steel Ponies was a chopper made by Paul Teutul, Sr. of Ocean County Choppers (OCC), best known for their custom rides and ultra-popular Discovery show, American Chopper. The OCC bike was a 2009 custom piece made for the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe. Working with the Saginaw Ziibiwing Center, the bike captured the Native American artistry and symbolism known to the tribe including fetish symbols of animals like turtles, eagles, fish, and deer. OCC artists working on this custom cyPaul Teutul Sr. and Orange County cle used braided leather to Choppers, Saginaw Chippewa Inwrap the large gas tank, a dian Tribe custom chopper, 2009. fringed suede seat cover, and other natural materials. Their choice of materials and design for the custom bike conveyed the freespirited feeling of the Native Americans and connected horseback riding with the contemporary chopper. On the rigid chopper frame used for the Saginaw Chippewa ride, dramatic artwork served to suggest stitched and tanned animal hides, Indian dream catchers, and eagle feathers. The look of woven imagery was borrowed from traditional Native American objects like basketry and beaded shaman bags. The painted images of animal forms such as the fish, a symbol of long life, spoke to the prophetic beliefs and other teachings of the Chippewa tribe. The OCC bike along with others highlighted the revival of our interest in Native American culture, technical innovations and sweet rides. Metalwork, design, and technology were all working in tandem on this major museum display of motorcycles. The Eiteljorg’s exhibit was impressive as it highlighted the American experience through the art of the motorcycle. If you are like me, this exhibit will get your motor runnin’. For information about the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art, visit http://www.eiteljorg.org Ph.D. antiques appraiser, author, and award-winning TV personality, Dr. Lori presents antique appraisal events nationwide. Dr. Lori is the expert appraiser on the hit TV show, Auction Kings on Discovery. www.DrLoriV.com/ www.Facebook.com/DoctorLori or call (888) 431-1010.

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22x30 inch poster of Girl With Wine printed on matte paper with archival inks, signed and dated 1968 on front, is $75, plus $15 S&H. Or pick up at Tampa studio, oďŹ&#x20AC; Kennedy Blvd. The poster is also available mounted at $125 and mounted/framed at $195. Contact Richard at 813-289-8149 or rstewart@galleryartphotos.com.

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“iHangy”

Necklaces and Keychains for Your iPhone

product from the makers of OnTrion mobile phone batteries, the iHangy necklace and the iHangy music necklace drape around the neck, while the iHangy keychain clips to belt loops, backpacks and computer bags. All securely attach the iPhone 4S, 4, 3GS and 3 models to the body or carryall to keep the smartphone within easy reach. iPhone junkies can update their Facebook status, upload pictures and videos, and check up on their friends whenever the mood strikes with the iHangy necklace and iHangy keychain, keeping their iPhones handy at all times. The product’s attached touchpen simplifies their social networking habits. With iHangy, iPhone users are never at a loss as to where their

smartphone is. The iHangy also allows iPhone owners to remain hands-free when they’re not using their Apple device. A touchpen is included with iHangy products, which are also compatible with all iPod devices. The iHangy music necklace is so convenient to keep hands free and phone handy while listening to favorite tunes or talking to Siri. And the earbuds on the necklace are top quality, so sound is crisp and clean. For more information visit www.ihangy.com/

Put Yourself In the Picture With iPhone Accessories from XSHOT

ith the XShot iPhone 4 / 4S Case, you can easily attach your iPhone 4/4s to any tripod or the XShot extender, and be in front of the camera instead of behind it. This is a solid case that integrates the ability to mount it to a tripod and use it in both landscape and portrait modes. The new case was designed around three core concepts: full protection, versatility and functionality. It allows users to simply attach the XShot tripod adapter unlike other tripod adapters that require users to remove their iPhone case. It is ideal for use with the FaceTime feature and dual cameras, and excellent for iPhone 4 camera stabilization. Great for videos and self-portraits. It is simple to insert and lock the tripod adapter horizontally or vertically depending on the shot you want. The XShot tripod is very flexible, and can bend into any position you set up. It is also small enough to easily carry in your pocket, as is the XShot extender, which telescopes out to 30.5 inches, from a compact size of 6.5 inches. For more information, visit www.xshot.com/

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Audiofly Headphones

My Stubs

Clear, Natural Sound

Personalized Ticket Album

f you love music concerts, the theater or sporting events and like to keep your ticket stubs as momentos, what do you do with them? Perso n a liza tio n Mall.com has just the answer. Rather than shoving them in an old shoe box, get an attractive keepsake scrapbook for them. You can cherish your memories and share your stories with our My Stubs Personalized Ticket Album - the perfect personalized gift for music lovers, theater enthusiasts and sports fans alike. PersonalizationMall.com will custom personalize any 1-line at the bottom of their exclusive design, for a personal touch to call your own. The scrapbook holds up to 96 tickets in 32 archival quality pages. Custom designed ticket pockets measure 6 1/4” x 2 3/4”, and tickets slide in from the center of album so they won’t fall out. Check this and more gift ideas out at www.PersonalizatonMall.com/

ho better to design headphones than musicians? They know all about how sound should, well, sound. The fellows at Audiofly are just that. Musicians. They have created a product with an exceptionally clear, natural sound. Actually, there are four different models to choose from. The AF78 Series is Audiofly’s premium hybrid in-ear headphone featuring a balanced armature driver and a 9mm custom dynamic driver. The combination produces amazing separation across the dynamic range. The AF56 Series offers a large 13mm dynamic driver voiced for a punchy bass response that doesn’t overpower the subtle detail of the midtones or the smooth chimey highs. The AF45 features a powerful custom-voiced 10.7mm dynamic driver for inspired detail across the dynamic range. Delivering superb sound, the AF 33 offers an expertly tuned 9mm dynamic driver and many other features. Audiofly headphones are available with or without a microphone and feature a gold plated connection. For more information on AudioFly, visit www.audiofly.com/

Samsung Nexus S 4G Extended Battery Give Your Smartphone a Boost

he latest Samsung Nexus S-compatible extended battery lasts up to three times longer than traditional mobile phone batteries. It was even used by the Atlantis astronauts to access a broad range of capabilities and achieve better communication between land and sky. If a phone and battery can handle distances exceeding 200,000 miles, then earthbound Samsung Nexus S 4G users can certainly expect even greater airtime and output from an OnTrion extended battery. The battery is made from high quality Lithium Ion cells with PCM Technology, and comes with a replacement door. The batteries are designed to support Data Transfer, SMS, MMS Messaging, Social Network, Media, tethering, gps, apps and other applications. In order to obtain the full capacity of the OnTrion battery, it is recommend that you charge the battery for 3-4 hours. For more information on how to give a Samsung Nexus S smartphone a NASA-worthy boost, visit www.ontrion.com/

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NIGHT IN THE ISLANDS: LIVE GREEK MUSIC WITH ODYSSEY, DANCING, AND OUTDOOR DINING - Sept 8, Oct 6, Nov 3 On Saturday, from 6:0011:00pm, the City of Tarpon Springs presents Night in the Islands – a free event on the Sponge Docks. Enjoy Greek music, dancing, and dining. Night in the Islands features the music of Odyssey. Prior to the main event, there will be live Greek music by the Bouzouki Boys between 4 and 6pm on Dodecanese Blvd. at Riverwalk, west of Hope Street. Enjoy music by Florida’s best Greek

bands: Ellada will play through October, Odyssey will play November. BEATS on the Bayou - Sept 29 Benefit Performance with Pianist Greg Maroney at 7pm. Join sup-

porters of the arts for an elegant reception and performance on Spring Bayou. Enjoy an exquisite buffet with wine and beer, and a concert by acclaimed pianist Greg Maroney. He has released ten CDs including Sentinel, Seven Valleys, and Windchimes, and can be heard on Pandora internet radio. Tarpon Springs Heritage Museum, 100 Beekman Ln. Tarpon Springs, FL 34689. (727) 937-0686 For more information visit www.tarponarts.org/

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NIGHT in the ISLANDS

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Enjoy Music

by Florida’s Best Greek Bands: Odyssey will play April, May & November Ellada will play June-October

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6 to 11 pm

FREE ADMISSION Presented by the City of Tarpon Springs Kalymnian Society Levendia Dance Troupe Prometheas Pan-Helllenic Cultural Center

For more information, call 727-942-5605 or 727-937-1130 The event is supported in part by a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts.

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Looking Good... Unique Parasols Necklace ali & bird from Gaiam Handcrafted Unique Jewelry

Bybird, Melissa Wolcott Martino ake flight in the summer heat with ali & a cool, handcrafted he coolest piece I have in my jewelry box and unique jewelry line. ali & bird features semi-precious stones has to be my new Parasols Necklace, and other natural materials. which was hand by female Peruvian arali & bird jewelry was founded bymade Ali Howell, Atlanta resident tisans. Whenever I wear it, it never fails to get and Memphis native. For over 10 years, Ali was the creative demultipleUSA’s compliments andUS queries as to where sign force behind Herend marketing, showrooms and I got visual campaigns. Ali is it. passionate about great design, and her Is principle it jewelry of or creating is it art? affordable I think both. Since company is built on the jewelry they are hand made, the parasol necklaces that follows current fashion and color trends while remaining all original pieces.are Made reclaimed timeless for years toare come. No two pieces everfrom the same and including fabric scraps and multicolall materials are real,materials unique, and sometimes unbelievably rare. ored yarn, features they are the alsosterling eco-friendly. Genuine ali & bird jewelry silver kissing This piece is available thorugh birds, symbolizing the care and creativity that goes intoGaiam, every a company that presents fair trade handmade jewelry design. They welcome customproducts orders, from around the webwhether you’re interested in aworld. piecePlease you seevisit on their their site; site to see all the different interesting products you need special, unique jewelry for a wedding or other they have offer. You will find homejewelry decor, special occasion; or to you have a piece in your spa items, clothing, bags & totes, accessories box that you would like to update. and Jewelry more. www.gaiam.com/ ali & bird is available locally at Being in St. I would like to say that is me wearing the Petersburg. www.shopbeing.com/ necklace in this photo, alas, it is a beautiful To view different jewelry frombut their line, please visit Gaiam model. www.aliandbird.com/

Kiss Your Way to the Florida Keys

KISS MY FACE Key Lime Moisture Shave

ey West, Florida, is famous for its fabulous key lime pie, an indigenous regional dish. Give your shaving routine a sweet boost with the Kiss My Face Key Lime Moisture Shave. Take smooth legs to Florida and back with this all natural formula that contains highly effective natural essential oils, extracts and vitamins. Kiss My Face Key Lime Moisture Shaves are ideal for the face and body. Lime is a natural, cooling antiseptic that also acts as an astringent. The moisturizing formula contains highly effective natural essential oils, extracts and vitamins. Soothing aloe, olive oil and lemongrass and orange flower botanicals combine to give the best shave. Lady’s Mantle acts as an astringent and has styptic properties. Vitamins A and E are infused to provide nutrients to maintain healthy skin. For more information, visit KissMyFace.com/

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Organic, Vegan and Eco-Friendly Makeup

veryday Minerals products contain only the finest essential ingredients. Sustainability is their priority, as they are committed to protecting and nurturing our natural resources. Everyday Minerals source the finest natural ingredients from local farms while dreaming up ultra-feminine shades. Each product is hand crafted, using the natural plants that grow within the Texas Hill Country, which is where the company is based. Everyday Minerals is organic, vegan and eco-friendly, and specializes in an innovative collection of products with a spectrum of over 300 vibrant colors and shades that flatter virtually every skin tone. Innovation is an important ingredient in their recipe for success. Founder Carina Menzies believes that all-natural makeup products should not cost a fortune. Her goal is to empower every womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inner beauty to shine by focusing on what women love most about

makeup: effortless application, long lasting qualities, versatile shades, and most importantly, fun. With Everyday Minerals, women all around the world can access premium quality mineral makeup at an affordable price. Carina draws inspiration from nature, art and fashion. www.everydayminerals.com/

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essence

Low Cost, High Quality Makeup

ince its launch in Germany in 2002, essence cosmetics has spread to 30 countries, and most recently introduced into the USA. essence has trendy and high quality cosmetics at a low price, which is very appealing to the consumer. essence attaches great importance to quality standards and manufacturing directives — they even list the ingredients of all their products online on the essence web site. They comply with the provisions of the European cosmetics directive, which includes all regulations for the manufacturing process, shelf life and safety assessment of products. Absolutely no testing on animals is conducted for the cosmetic products by essence. This applies to the final products as well as any ingredients. In addition to the permanent product line, Essence releases limited edition collections several times a year. Look out for “miami roller girl” - bright colors like orange, pink and yellow, with intensive, shining shades and soft textures perfect for tanned skin. For more essence information, visit www.essence.eu/ Right now, you can find essence products at Ulta stores and Ulta.com/

Wear A Book

ut of Print celebrates the world’s great stories through fashion. Their products feature iconic and often out of print book covers. Some are classics, some are just curious enough to make great t-shirts, but all are striking works of art. Out of Print works closely with artists, authors and publishers to license the content that ends up in their collections. Each product is treated to feel soft and worn like a well-read book. In addition to spreading the joy of reading through tees and accessories, they are working to change the fact that many parts of the world don’t have access to books at all. For each product sold, one book is donated to a community in need through Books For Africa. Out Of Print’s first collaboration with award-winning designer Mikey Burton produced this fabulous looking T-Shirt, featuring wwThe Great Gatsby. Out Of Print’s poly/cotton T-shirts are soft, distressed style, slim fit (read: smaller than you think! so pick a size larger.) For more information on their t-shirts and to view Out of Print’s other products, visit www.outofprintclothing.com/

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Clever Travel Companion 100% Pick Pocket Proof Underwear

oney belts, neck pouches, wallets and purses are no match for seasoned thieves. Travelers accidentally misplace their belongings, finding themselves stranded and scared in a foreign country without money or passport. With the Clever Travel Companion’s 100 % pick pocket proof travel garments with secret built in pockets, travelers can finally keep their valuables safe. The Clever Travel Companion’s product line includes underwear in the shape of a boy short for women and a boxer brief for men, both with two pockets with secure zippers on the front, T-shirts and tank tops with a with a secret pocket on the stomach, and for the winter season, Long Johns with pockets. All products come in multiple colors and sizes in either soft cotton or lightweight, breathable modal. The garments are all very comfortable. The wearer won’t feel the pockets at all. The secret pockets are made to fit passports, travel documents, cash and credit cards perfectly. If a traveler needs to spend the night in a misty train station, or wait for a delayed flight, he or she can rest assured knowing that the valuables are hidden away and zipped. www.clevertravelcompanion.com.

It’s You Babe

Support Garments for Pregnant Women

must have for travel for the pregnant woman is It’s You Babe’s Mini Cradle. It’s a maternity band designed to support tummy and back pain, and the perfect solution for pregnant women who want to be out and about through all stages of their pregnancy. Simple to use and seamless under clothing, the Mini Cradle can provide an expecting mom with that little extra lift that will help her stay comfortable, especially while traveling. Designed to be worn with maternity fashions, this pregnancy support belly band discretely fits under most maternity clothes. The Mini Cradle is a 3” adjustable orthotic support for the abdomen and lower back and helps to promote increased circulation from lower extremities. It has hook and eye closures to reduce snagging of expensive lingerie. It’s You Babe has a 20 year history of creating support garments for pregnant women to ease abdominal and back pain during pregnancy. Prenatal Cradle, Mini Cradle and the newest award-winning Best Cradle are favorites of doctors and other medical professionals as well as expecting mothers. Their product line also includes other types of support to address hip stabilization, vulvar varicosities, and a prolapsed uterus. The Mini Cardle is available in sizes from Petite to Large for $25 on It’s You Babe’s website and at retail locations throughout the country. There are six locations currently in the Tampa Bay area. You can find out more information, and locations at www.itsyoubabe.com

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Gaming Scene Las Vegas JABBAWOCKEEZ AT MONTE CARLO RESORT AND CASINO - thru Sept

Oct 15 Da Vinci - The Genius, is the most comprehensive exploration of Leonardo da Vinci’s work ever created, for a limited engagement at The Venetian. The interactive experience immerses guests in da Vinci’s timeless brilliance through full-scale interpretations of the mastermind’s inventions and unparalleled exhibits of his iconic art. Da Vinci - The Genius demonstrates the full scope of Leonardo Da Vinci’s remarkable genius as an inventor, artist, anatomist, sculptor, engineer, musician and architect. Guests will enjoy more than 200 unique pieces including 75 life-size machine inventions, threedimensional renderings of da Vinci’s most notable Re-

World-famous dance crew Jabbawockeez perform its celebrated show “MÜS.I.C.” in an 800-seat tent adjacent to the resort’s porte cochère through September. In spring 2013, the Jabbawockeez make a permanent move to Luxor Hotel and Casino. www.montecarlo.com/ ‘SURF THE MUSICAL’ AT PLANET HOLLYWOOD - thru Nov 4 Surf The Musical, inspired by the songs of the Beach Boys, is on center stage at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Tony Awardnominated Rock of Ages director Kristin Hanggi and an all-star Broadway team present a musical extravaganza introducing Surf Vision technology. Surf The Musical will take you on a magical and nostalgic trip back to the 60’s, where all roads lead to the coast and the sounds of surf in the warm California sun. www.planethollywoodresort.com/ Leonardo Da Vinci Comes to Life at Venetian Las Vegas - thru 98

naissance works and an eye-opening, in-depth analysis of his most famous piece, “Mona Lisa.” www.venetian.com/ Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children PGA Open - Sept. 30 Las Vegas’ official PGA TOUR event, Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open is a weeklong charitable tournament that kicks off on Sept. 30 at the TPC Summerlin, where guests escape into an oasis situated within the natural desert and surrounded by the Las Vegas skyline and Red Rock mountains. www.jtshrinersopen.com/ CARLOS SANTANA at the House of Blues, Mandalay Bay - through Nov 18 On select dates, the House of Blues Las Vegas features a two-year Engagement with Carlos Santana of unique performances - “An Intimate Evening with Santana: Greatest Hits Live - Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow” — in the specially re-configured House of Blues at the Mandalay Bay Hotel. www.mandalaybay.com/

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Biloxi What’s happening at the Beau Rivage Located on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, the Beau Rivage 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. PetersburgClearwater Airport. Golfers will definitely want to experience Fallen Oak, Beau Rivage’s Tom Fazio-designed golf course, with it’s dramatic elevation changes and beautiful magnolia

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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.” 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 restaurants to choose from, as well as several bars. entertainment: The Beau Rivage presents a brand-new Cirquestyle extravaganza, Fata Morgana. Experience all the thrills and comedy of the very best international acrobats, aerialists and artists in a show produced exclusively for Beau Rivage, through August 19. Fata Morgana Dining Offers: Guests must present their show ticket stub and M life card to redeem restaurant discount offers. Food & beverage offers are valid only on day of show dated on ticket. Offers valid during the duration of the show, any day of the week.

On Sept 7, the Four Tops and Temptations bring their many top hits to the stage. Rock out with SISTER HAZEL on Sept 14 TV’s Tonight Show king, JAY LENO will keep you in stitches on Oct 6. It’s always summertime when the BEACH BOYS perform on Oct 12-13. Revisit some classic rock hits with Creedence Clearwater Revisited on Oct 19. More rockin’ nostalgia comes with The Jacksons Oct 20. UPCOMING EVENTS: Magic Mlife Moment - Sept 1 - Oct 28. Drawings Thurs & Sun. Grand Prize Drawings - Sept 30, Oct 28 - Ten winners are guaranteed to win a prize of $4,000 in FREEPLAY and one of “Your Magic M life Moments” or the $6,000 FREEPLAY option. 16th Annual Cruisin’ the Coast - Oct 7 - 14. Cruisin’ The Coast began in 1996 as a festival to celebrate antique, classic and hot rod vehicles, nostalgic music and related events. Car enthusiasts from over 39 states and Canada drive to the Mississippi Gulf Coast once a year to showcase their rides and to cruise the beautiful 30mile stretch of beachside highway with designated stops in Bay St. Louis, Biloxi, D’Iberville, Gulfport, and Ocean Springs. Each venue is set up as a mini festival with a stage for live bands, reserved parking for registered cruisers, spectator parking, and vendors for food and event merchandise. The week long event includes cruise-ins, a VA Hospital Cruise, car auction, swap meet, car corral, and a parade. www.cruisinthecoast.com Reservations for air-inclusive travel packages may be made by calling 877-462-2328. Visit www.beaurivage.com for more information.

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top 13 vote-getters by September 17th will receive a professional photo session by Rebecca Brittain and be featured for a whole month or on the cover. Enter the contest or vote for your favorites at mulabula.com/HumanePinellas

CALLING ALL PETS FOR 2013 CALENDAR CONTEST Is your pet a star? The Humane Society of Pinellas wants contestants for their 2013 Celebration of Companionship Calendar. Enter the contest for $10 and your pet’s photo is guaranteed to appear in the calendar. Vote for your favorites for just $1 per vote. The

PET WEDDINGS RING IN DONATION DRIVE AT SAFETY HARBOR RESORT & SPA - Sept 23 The Safety Harbor Resort and Spa hosts a Pet Wedding, with live music, great food, and local vendors Sunday, September 23, 2012, 11am - 6pm at 105 N. Bayshore Drive in Safety Harbor. The ceremony is at noon, with a reception to follow, including wedding cake for people, treats for dogs, live music and of course dancing. Proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Pinellas.

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Smart Pet Tags!

et tags are now smart. You can now easily scan pet/owner info using your Smartphone to help locate the owner of a lost pet. PetHub tags helps owners digitize their pet’s important records and make them accessible via Smartphones and the Web. PetHub provides pet owners with the fastest and safest way to get lost pets home. Going beyond standard ID tags, the PetHub ID tag provides immediate, one-scan access to critical information such as emergency contacts, necessary medication, allergies, immunizations, vet and insurance providers, dietary needs, and much more. Unlike microchips, anyone with a Smartphone can easily scan the PetHub ID tag or use the Web address on the front of the tag to access a pet’s critical information and immediately take proper action. www.PetHub.com

Manatee Manners “What’s wrong with feeding manatees or giving them water? Feeding manatees or giving them water can result in behavior modification. Because they have approached humans expecting food or water, some manatees have been harassed or fed dangerous non-food items. Manatees’ natural feeding patterns may be altered by encouraging them to “hang around,” waiting for food or water. When hand-fed lettuce or water from a hose is no longer available, manatees may not know where to find or identify natural, reliable sources of food. In addition, feeding and watering can “tame” manatees, causing them to lose their fear of humans. Not everyone loves manatees, and feeding them or giving them water could encourage them to swim up to people who might harm them. People have been known to sit on manatees, ride them, and shoot them with guns and bows. Manatees can also be hooked by fishermen if they venture too close to their boat.” Manatees in salt water can go for long periods without actively drinking fresh water. There are many natural sources of fresh water to which they have access. For their own protection, wild animals need to stay wild to survive. www.savethemanatee.org

Every Pet Deserves a Cold One

Revolutionary new pet bowl keeps water cold and fresh without batteries or electricity It’s well known that humans prefer refreshing cold water to stagnant room temperature water. But what do our pets prefer? If our pets could talk, they would choose cold refreshing water over warm stale water any day. The FroBo is a revolutionary new pet bowl that lowers the temperature of your pets’ water, keeping it chilled. With its non-electric and easy-to-use freeze core, the FroBo is simple to use and provides loving pet owners with a hassle and worry-free way to keep pets happily hydrated. When frozen overnight, the FroBo will keep water cool for several hours - even when placed outdoors on a hot summer day. Frobo can be used as an outdoor or travel bowl or as your pets’ regular daily water bowl.The FroBo holds 24 ounces of water and measures 10.5 inches in diameter. The FroBo cools water using a removable bowl insert lined with non-toxic gel. After as little as two hours in the freezer, the gel will change color when it’s ready to use. Once filled, FroBo can keep water chilled below room temperature for up to eight hours. The longer you freeze it, the longer it lasts. FroBo is easy to clean and has a rubber base that prevents sliding. For more information, visit www.myfrobo.com.

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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.

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unken Gardens is a botanical paradise in the midst of a bustling city. As St. Petersburg’s oldest living museum, this 100 year old garden is home to some of the oldest tropical plants in the region. Unwind as you stroll through meandering paths, lush with exotic plants from around the world. Explore cascading waterfalls, beautiful demonstration gardens, more than 50,000 tropical plants and flowers. Sunken Gardens provides garden tours, horticultural programs, special events, field trips, weddings, private and corporate rentals. If you enjoy Yoga, Pilates, or want to try Hoop Dancing, why not go to Sunken Gardens and exercise in a botanical, tropical paradise. Mon - Thurs; 10:00am - 11:30am; $45/month or $12/class / Weekend classes $10 Sunken Gardens Members / $15 non-members Sat: 10am 11:15am / Sun: Noon - 1:15pm / Wed 6pm - 7:15pm $15 or $10 for Sunken Gardens Members / $59 for unlimited Daily, Weekend and Evening classes. HOOP DANCING - Tuesday 10am 11am, Wednesday 9am - 10am, $80/8 sessions or $15/class CHUTE CHI GONG Friday, 10am - Noon, $10/class. 825 4th Street N., St. Petersburg; 727-551-3100; www.stpete.org/sunken

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Florida Authors Write DON’T SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF www.dondrunsbooks.com

Stumbling, bumbling James Lessor and Skip Moore are licensed private investigators. It could take time to get Moore or Less investigations off the ground, so James takes a job with a traveling carnival show. But this show has had a string of accidents and at least one death in the past year. When they’re hired to investigate what’s caused the carnival chaos, James and Skip set into motion a dizzying, roller coaster chain of events. They finally realize they’ll get anything but cooperation from this cast of carnies. But when a carnival worker is murdered, James and Skip find they might be next in line. Don Bruns is an award-winning novelist, songwriter, musician and ad executive, who lives in So. FL. He is also the author of Stuff to Spy For, Stuff Dreams Are Made Of, Stuff To Die For, Bahama Burnout, St. Barts Breakdown, South Beach Shakedown, BarbadosHeat and Jamaica Blue.

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A private investigator launches a vendetta to find and destroy the Thorns on Roses gang. Tom Jeffries, a PI in Broward County, Florida, is a man with a past-exSpecial Forces, ex-Dallas cop. But mostly, he’s a man driven by a thirst for justice. His brand of justice. When a seventeen-year-old girl, the stepdaughter of Tom’s best 106

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Friends Madeline, Avery and Nicole have hit some speed bumps in their lives, but when they arrive in Miami’s South Beach neighborhood, they are all hoping for a do-over. They’ve been hired to bring a once-grand historic house back to its former glory on a new television show called Do-Over. If they can get this show off the ground, Nikki would get back on her feet financially, Avery could restart her ruined career, and Maddie may be able to keep her family together. That’s the plan, but having their personal lives play out on TV is another thing entirely. Soon they are struggling to hold themselves, and the project, together. With a decadesold mystery—and the hurricane season—looming, the women are forced to figure out just how they’ll weather life’s storms. Wendy Wax is a St. Pete Beach native, a USF grad, and now an Atlanta resident. She is best known for her exploration of women’s bonds, and has written eight novels - the most recognizable being Ten Beach Road.

friend, Charlie Rogers, dies in the midst of a brutal gang rape, Tom vows to avenge her death. Following a well laid out plan, Jeffries methodically stalks the gang. As he eliminates them one by one, the police get closer to connecting him with the disappearances. Rushing will invite catastrophe, but Tom cannot wait. Randy Rawls is a retired US Army Officer and Dept of Defense civilian. Rawls is the author of the Ace Edwards, Dallas PI series and a number of short stories. He lives in South Florida. www.AccentOnTampaBay.com

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Welles, Billy Wilder, Nicholas Ray, and Joseph Losey as well as lesser-known lights of noir. Each article will include a short biography of the director, a list of their major noir films, as well as a deep analysis of the films themselves. Lavishly illustrated, this book is a must for any aficionado of the American style of film noir.

MAKE YOUR MOVIE: What You Need To Know About the Business and Politics of Filmmaking by Barbara Freedman Doyle

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This book is about how to work with people in the film industry, about who they are, what they do, and what they need. Most importantly for you, it is also about how to become one of them. This is a straightforward and comprehensive must-read for any aspiring filmmaker. With a down-to-earth, tell it like it is approach, the author offers insight through relatable, real-world experience and one-on-one interviews with working professionals who are already at the top of their game. FILM NOIR: THE DIRECTORS Edited by Alain Silver and James Ursini www.limelighteditions.com

Noted film noir historians Alain Silver and James Ursini concentrate in this work on the thirty key directors of the classic noir period. These include well-known luminaries, such as Orson

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Photographically Speaking is about learning photography’s visual language to better speak to why and how a photograph succeeds, and in turn to consciously use that visual language in the creation of our own photographs, making us stronger photographers who are able to fully express and communicate our vision. By breaking up the visual language into two main components–“elements” make up its vocabulary, and “decisions” are its grammar–David duChemin transforms what has traditionally been esoteric and difficult subject matter into an accessible and practical discussion that photographers can immediately use to improve their craft. Elements are the “words” of the image, what we place within the frame–lines, curves, light, color, contrast. Decisions are the choices we make in assembling those elements to best express and communicate our vision–the use of framing, perspective, point of view, balance, focus, exposure.

ROCKABILLY: The Twang Heard ‘Round the World - The Illustrated History Edited by Michael Dregni www.penguin.com

Born out of country, bluegrass, jazz, and the blues in the 1950s, the musical phenomenon known as rockabilly sprung from the instruments of some of the most exciting musicians in history and became what we know now as rock ’n’ roll. The story of rockabilly starts with Elvis Presley’s first Sun records that inspired all. It’s also a story rooted in the music of Carl Perkins, Gene Vincent, Eddie Cochran, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, and many more rockabillies from the golden years of 1955–1959. And the story continues today, with a rockabilly revival that began with stars, such as the Stray Cats and Robert Gordon, spreading around the globe from Europe to Japan. Today, rockabilly is better than ever, with bands like Rev. Horton Heat and others playing the music and living the life from Memphis to Helsinki to Tokyo. There’s still good rockin’ tonight! The first illustrated history of the sound, style and attitude that changed music history forever, Rockabilly: The Twang Heard ’Round the World contains more than 600 rare photographs, concert posters, singles and LPs, memorabilia and collectibles—from Elvis to the Stray Cats to today—as well as interviews and reminiscences from an impressive cast of rockabilly stars.

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In this warmhearted memoir, Bill Marx shares what it was like growing up as the son of a Marx brother. Harpo Marx, most famous as the silent jokester in the comedy team, was actually a very talented actor, artist and musician (a world-renowned harpist). Author Bill, under the influence of his father, became a consummate musician and composer as well. They collaborated as professional musicians. Bill documents both his working and creative relationsjip with Harpo, as well as their father-son bond. He describes growing up in an orbit of many talented creative forces, and their lasting impressions on his life. He covers his existence in two world — that of a normal boy at home with his family and that of a child exposed to extraordinary talent, culture and of course, the energy of his legendary father, Harpo.

A look at the world of surgery through the eyes of Dr.David Gelber, a surgeon with more than twenty years experience. Dr. Gelber gives the reader a glimpse into the mind and thought processes of surgeons; how they evaluate their patients, what happens during and after surgery, along with pitfalls and complications that can develop. Numerous anecdotes and actual cases carry the reader on a journey through the often unpredictable life of a busy surgeon.

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p q r WALKABOUT DANCER by Eileen Kramer

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Eileen Kramer spent her childhood listening to the kookaburras and sailing along the coast of Australia. A creative, magical spirit from the beginning, young Eileen left school at an early age, finding a course that enabled her to go her own way. Eileen’s life was changed in 1939 when she attended a performance of the Bodenwieser Dance Company, opening the door for her world travels and her remarkable journey through life. Through Bodenwieser, Eileen absorbed European culture – appreciation of music, art, architecture, and politics. This book chronicles Eileen’s life with tales of her travels, experiences, and escapades, as we watch her dancing lightly through the years.

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Tennis Legends John Mcenroe, Jimmy Connors, Jim Courier & Mats Wilander Compete In The Champions Challenge As Part of 2012 Powershares Series Tour at the Tampa Bay Times Forum Tennis legends John McEnroe, Jimmy Connors, Jim Courier and Mats Wilander will be competing in the Champions Challenge as part of the PowerShares Series Tour at the Tampa Bay Times Forum in Tampa, FL on November 9th. Formerly known as the Champions Series, the PowerShares Series will visit a total of 12 U.S. cities during its seven-week season. In addition to McEnroe, Connors, Courier and Wilander, the tour, produced by impresario Larry Magid, will feature fellow Grand Slam champions Andre Agassi, Pete Sampras, Michael Chang and Pat Rafter as well as Davis Cup Champion Todd Martin. The athletes will be competing for a prize pool totaling $1 million to be shared by the top three finishers at the conclusion of the season. Each PowerShares Series tournament will showcase four of the legendary players competing for ranking points playing in two, 1-set semifinals followed by a 1-set championship match. “We are thrilled to be coming to Tampa with the

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PowerShares Series,” said Jim Courier. “The one-night shootout style format of these events makes for a big test for the players and big fun for the audience. As a Tampa area native I am ecstatic to get another chance to play at the Forum and try to lift the trophy for the home audience.” “The name change to PowerShares Series tennis reflects our ongoing support for this highly successful tour which has garnered valuable exposure for PowerShares QQQ,” said Jason Schoepke, Chief Marketing Officer at Invesco PowerShares. “We are confident the 2012 PowerShares Series tennis circuit will continue to advance the PowerShares brand with our core audiences and look forward to this year’s events.” Tickets and unique interactive VIP fan experiences for the 2012 PowerShares Series are on sale now. For complete tour and ticket information, visit www.PowerSharesSeries.com/

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