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Life in the Fast Lane

I Undoubtedly, the Leesburg Bikefest and Festivals of Speed will get your motor running.

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am definitely someone who enjoys living life in the fast lane. Since forming Akers Media Group in 2008, life has been a nonstop adventure. I frequently attend social functions and community events. I now oversee the production of three magazines — a monumental task for someone who strives for and demands perfection. I frequently find myself meeting with staff members for ideas on how to improve our magazines or meeting with clients to formulate the most effective ways to market their businesses. And that’s just my work life. Once I arrive home, I readily assume the joyful role of motherhood — raising my teenage daughters, feeding my lovely family, and maintaining an immaculate home. Simply put, laziness and downtime seem like foreign concepts to me. Zooming through life requires me to rev up my engine each and every day, but to be honest I wouldn’t have it any other way. Between my wonderful career and loving, supportive family, I feel God has blessed me in ways I couldn’t explain in mere words. I am eternally grateful for His blessings. Speaking of engines revving up, the next two months promise to be spectacular as man and machine roar into Lake County. April marks the return of the Leesburg Bikefest, an extravagant three-day event where bikers proudly show off their powerpacked machines. While some bikers come from all over the state and country, other bikers are local doctors, attorneys, bankers, and businesspeople who enjoy spending this weekend donning leather jackets

and vests. I’ve attended this event for many years and have never seen such an impressive sea of shiny motorcycles. Of course, there’s so much more. Live bands rock the stage, bikini-clad women turn the heads of curious onlookers, and custom bike shows leave even the most seasoned bikers mesmerized. Then there’s the aroma of food — bratwursts, tacos and sausage — that wafts down Main Street. In early May, Festivals of Speed makes it second appearance in Lake County. Set on the picturesque grounds of Mission Inn Resort and Club, this event allows attendees to feast their eyes on an amazing collection of exotic vehicles such as Lamborghini Diablo, Ferrari Enzo, Bentley Continental, and Bugatti Veyron. Think how excited we become on that rare occasion when we see a Lamborghini cruising down the highway. So try to imagine how awestruck you’d be feasting your eyes on the world’s most amazing automobiles in one central location. That is what makes this event truly spectacular. Undoubtedly, the Leesburg Bikefest and Festivals of Speed will get your motor running — speaking of running... Excuse me as I abruptly conclude this publisher’s letter. I must zoom off to another appointment.

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Bid for Education Enjoy an evening of elegance, extraordinary style, and excitement at the Lake-Sumter Community College Foundation’s Gala Auction. The event, titled “All That Jazz,” will be held April 14 at the Savannah Center in The Villages. Many business and civic leaders will be present to help support the Foundation’s mission of raising scholarship money and enhancing student programs. This year’s goal is to raise $75,000. Tickets cost $125 a person or $200 for a couple. The evening begins at 6p.m. with silent and live auctions that include more than 200 items

donated by businesses and individuals. Those items include artwork, vacation packages, tickets to sporting events, jewelry, restaurant gift certificates, and much more. “We’re very excited about this annual event as we gear up to help the College celebrate its 50th anniversary,” says Foundation Executive Director Rosanne Brandeburg. “The gala promises to be an entertaining evening that our guests have come to anticipate.” For more information, please contact Rosanne Brandeburg at 352.365.3518.

HOW SWEET IT IS With Easter approaching, you are likely to develop a massive sweet tooth. Be honest, you eagerly await digging into that Easter basket filled with chocolate-covered bunnies, Cadbury Crème Eggs, jelly beans, and Marshmallow Peeps. Is your stomach rumbling yet? Don’t worry, because you are not alone. Easter takes a backseat only to Halloween as the biggest candy-consuming holiday in the United States. That said, we thought we’d share some interesting facts for those of you who love to indulge in the sweetness of the holiday. • Each year, 90 million chocolate bunnies and 16 billion jelly beans are made for Easter. • According to the Guinness Book of World Records, the largest Easter egg ever made was more than 25-feet high and made of chocolate and marshmallows. It weighed 8,968 pounds and was supported by an internal steel frame. • The largest jar of jelly beans weighed 6,050 pounds. • 76 percent of Americans say the ears of chocolate bunnies should be eaten first. Only 5 percent say chocolate bunnies should be eaten feet first, while a mere 4 percent prefer eating the tail first. • 65 percent of adults prefer milk chocolate, and 27 percent of adults prefer dark chocolate. • Americans spent approximately $1 billion on Valentine’s Day candy; $1.4 billion on Christmas candy; $1.9 billion on Easter candy; and $2 billion on Halloween candy each year. Sources: http://lilduckduck.com/13-fun-facts-about-easter/998: http://www.infoplease.com/spot/eastercandy1.html 22

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driven by memories When the sun shines brightly down on Easter Seals Camp Challenge in Sorrento, gleaming paint jobs and polished chrome will be revealed, delighting car enthusiasts and rekindling memories of days past. It’s time for the fourth annual Camp Challenge “Cruise In,” sponsored by Century 21 Professional Group. More than 100 classic cars will be displayed during the event, which is being held April 21 on the beautiful 63-acre Camp Challenge property. Attendees will have an opportunity to take a tour of the camp, enjoy classic oldies with the music of Butch and Jen Johnston of WJBJ, and participate in a silent auction, wine toss, and other exciting events. In addition, they can enjoy food provided by Jo Ma Ma’s Kountry Katering or purchase bake sale items. Easter Seals Camp Challenge provides safe outdoor recreational activities for children and adults with cognitive and physical disabilities. Participation in the event benefits caregivers and their loved ones here in Central Florida. For more information, contact Kathy Puschmann at 321.293.2110. 24

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Bay Pharmacy, the oldest and largest independent pharmacy in Lake County, boasting three generations of pharmacists, is celebrating its 50th anniversary this month. George Warren Sr. opened Bay Pharmacy in Eustis in April 1962 and worked as a pharmacist there until his death in 2008. George Warren Jr. graduated from the Harrison School of Pharmacy at Auburn University (where his father graduated in 1952) and has worked with Bay Pharmacy for 29 years. His daughter, Kristen Warren, joined the company in 2008 after graduating from the University of Florida College of Pharmacy. “My father had a strong work ethic and instilled in us the importance of taking care of customers and doing what is in the best interest of customers,” George Warren Jr. says. “He laid a strong foundation, and we try to live up to that each and every day.” Today, George Warren Jr. is the head pharmacist at Bay Pharmacy, while Kristen is the head pharmacist at Lake Pharmacy. The company purchased Lake Pharmacy, formerly known as Lupton Pharmacy, in 1983. Through its long-term care department, the company reaches people beyond Lake County’s borders. Medication is delivered to rehabilitation centers and assisted-living facilities in Ocala, Daytona Beach, Sanford, and Maitland. So, what will the next 50 years bring? “We’ll continue to be innovative and adapt to whatever changes occur in the industry so we can continue delivering professional, comprehensive service to our customers,” George Warren Jr. says.

It’s Showtime For 11 years, The Villages Musical Company has delighted audiences with amazing Broadway musicals such as Guys and Dolls, Pajama Game, Anything Goes and Chicago. This month, Villagers are anticipating another stellar production as the group performs the ever-popular Hello Dolly, which won the Tony Award for Best Musical when it debuted on Broadway in 1964. Starring in the show is talented actress Billie Thatcher, who has won awards for her unforgettable performances at the Melon Patch Theatre in Leesburg and the Ocala Civic Theatre. Billie moved to The Villages in 2001 and starred as Nellie Forbush in the musical South Pacific produced by The Villages Musical Company. “I have been part of The Villages Musical Company for eight years, and each year the quality of our productions get better and better,” says Milt VanMeter, who serves as publicity coordinator for the group. “We have former professional actors, actresses, singers, dancers, and set designers. I think we are comparable to productions put on by theatre groups in large cities.” Hello Dolly runs April 23-26 at The Savannah Center. Show times for each day are 7p.m. Tickets cost $25 and can be purchased at www.theVillages.net or at any box office in The Villages.

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Fashion Finds April showers bring May flowers, but Eva Mendes couldn’t wait another second, much less an entire month, to accessorize her Chanel watercolor dress with this vibrant bouquet. Ms. Mendes is notorious for choosing elegant, ladylike, and luxurious pieces direct from designers’ ateliers, making this $14,948 Le Vian ring no exception to the rule.

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PR BLEMS WITH YOUR PROSTATE? Does this sound familiar? As you grow older do you realize you are getting up more often at night to urinate? Have you come to accept this as an inevitable part of aging as did your father or his father before him?

“Men no longer need to suffer from frequent urination because they are getting older,” says Dr. James Young, a down-to-earth urologist with 29 years of experience at Urology Associates of Lake County in Eustis. Although the cause of these symptoms is most likely an enlarging prostate (BPH), a normal part of the aging process in men, treatment options are more numerous and less invasive than those offered to our fathers and grandfathers. Years ago there were two options for treating an enlarged prostate… surgical excision via an open operation (knife) or much more commonly by performing a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), commonly referred to as a “rotorooter” by patients and physicians. Both required hospitalization as well as major anesthesia and could be fraught with complications such as bleeding, infection, loss of bladder control and even death. “In my career I have performed over 3,000 TURPs; however, I no longer perform any” says Dr. Young. “There are presently too many excellent alternatives to consider a hospital operation for the vast majority of patients with BPH.” “When I see a new patient I perform a physical examination and properly evaluate the patient’s symptoms, thus diagnosing the underlying problem(s),” he says. “Next I describe to the patient what’s normal and then explain what is abnormal with him. Lastly I teach him his treatment options. If I’ve done a good job of teaching, he will select the correct option for himself.” While prescribing medications for BPH can be done by primary care physicians, only urologists are trained to thoroughly evaluate the bladder and prostate

(including ruling out prostate cancer) as well as providing extremely effective minimally invasive office-based therapies as alternatives to lifelong medical therapy. One such option is Prostiva-RF Therapy, a procedure performed by Dr. Young in his office under local anesthesia that usually takes less than 30 minutes. Prostiva utilizes low level radiofrequency energy to ablate (destroy) the obstructing component of the enlarged prostate. “I am very happy with the results I have achieved for my patients using Prostiva-RF Therapy” says Dr. Young, who has successfully treated more than 900 patients with this procedure. “Medtronic is a $13 billion a year publicly traded corporation that perfected the technology for Prostiva and produces the necessary hardware. Recently Medtronic produced an educational DVD for international distribution to inform patients and physicians worldwide regarding the benefits of Prostiva therapy. Seven of the eight patients featured on the DVD are my patients. I am very proud Medtronic selected my practice to feature the benefits of Prostiva-RF Therapy. However it is sort of a bad news/good news thing. The bad news is neither my patients nor myself received a penny for our participation. The good news is Medtronic gave us all the DVD’s we want, so if anyone wants one all he needs to do is drop by my office at 801 Northshore Drive in Eustis and we will give him one!” And with an office staff with nearly as much experience as the doctor, (many have worked with Dr. Young more than 20 years) you don’t spend a great deal of time waiting to see him. “We pride ourselves in being timely in seeing our patients’. We respect our patient’s time

as much as we do our own,” adds Dr. Young. “Patients appreciate this; many of our patients tell me I have the best office staff on the planet. I consider that a huge compliment.” So if you are getting up at night and can’t get back to sleep because you are thinking about what may be wrong with you, it’s time to check in with Dr. Young and have him check you out. “Many men accept frequent bladder urges as part of aging. And while it is part of the aging process, it’s not like death and taxes. There is something you can do about it,” he says.

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BIG WHEELS Speed. I got a fever and the only ★★ ★ prescription is more… speed. What’s your pleasure — Lamborghini? Ferrari? Indian? Harley? Or maybe you are into speedboats and fast planes. Whatever your poison, it can be found when Bikefest roars into downtown Leesburg April 27–29 or when Festivals of Speed races into the Mission Inn Resort and Club May 5–6. PHOTOGRAPHER: FRED LOPEZ

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YOU ARE STANDING ON THE GROUNDS OF BEAUTIFUL MISSION INN RESORT AND CLUB, which is set amidst endless miles of unspoiled countryside. Glancing in every direction, you’re in awe of the resort’s natural beauty and picturesque backdrop of Mediterranean-style architecture, spring-fed lakes and gentle rolling hills. Surrounding you on the Las Colinas Golf Course fairway is an amazing collection of exotic cars stretching as far as the eye can see. These are the crème de la crème: Lamborghini Diablo, Ferrari Enzo, Bentley Continental, and Bugatti Veyron. Looking to your left, unforgettable memories are rekindled as you observe some of those tire-smoking American muscle cars from yesteryear, such as Mustangs, Thunderbirds, and Corvettes. Then you relive racing glory as you spot the racecar legendary icon Richard Petty drove to victory in the Daytona 500. The sun’s rays beam down on these fine pieces of machinery revealing their meticulously polished surfaces, sparkling chrome, and shiny tires. Because the vehicles are not roped off, you receive an up close and personal view of both the interior and exterior. The owners are right there to enthusiastically answer your questions and talk about their vehicle’s neat gadgets and gizmos. And — amazingly enough — you may have the chance to ride in or test drive one of these incredible automobiles on the area’s scenic roadways. While all this may seem like a fantasy, it’s actually a dream that will come true for those who attend Festivals of Speed on May 5–6 at Mission Inn. Private collectors and regional dealers will roll into town, unleashing some of the world’s most exclusive, exotic sports cars as well as American classics. Those easily seduced by magnificent machinery will have a chance to see cars that are restored to museumquality condition and others capable of screaming down a racetrack at more than 150 miles per hour. Some look like they are about to make a grand entrance at a Hollywood party.

ZOOM ON DOWN For nearly a decade, the Festivals of Speed has attracted automobile enthusiasts who are mesmerized by the magnificent design, amazing styling, and world-class performance of exotic cars. Eustis resident Joe Sabatini initiated the event, which debuted in 2004 at the Renaissance Vinoy Resort and Golf Club in St. Petersburg. Festivals of Speed instantly became a huge success, attracting visitors from as far away as England, Canada, and California. As a result, Sabatini began holding additional shows throughout the year at prominent locations such as the Ritz Carlton Orlando Grand Lakes Resort and the Epic Hotel in Miami. In 2011, Festivals of Speed made its first appearance in Lake County. Nearly 5,000 spectators attended the event and 166 automobiles were showcased. “Last year was spectacular, and I’m glad I decided to bring the event here,” he says. “We knew going in that it would be a nice

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event because of the location. People came from all over the country to attend. Mission Inn has everything we look for in a venue — classy, relaxing, and welcoming. As organizers, we were ecstatic about how everything went and our sponsors and spectators were equally ecstatic.” Because Festivals of Speed attracts both local and national sponsors, there will be approximately 200 exotic vehicles and American muscle cars at this year’s event. With Bugatti being one of the major sponsors, spectators will have an opportunity to see several models, including the ever-popular Bugatti Veyron. In addition, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Orlando will showcase the popular Rolls-Royce Ghost; McLaren Tampa Bay will display a McLaren MP4-12C; Lamborghini Orlando will exhibit the Lamborghini Aventador; Bentley Orlando will showcase the Bentley Continental GTO. Of course, not all cars at the event are exotic and come with an expensive price tag. “The car doesn’t have to cost $1 million or more to be shown,” Sabatini says. “We are looking to attract local and national car collectors to register their cars to be displayed. It’s more about the passion than anything. People are stunned that you can stand right next to the automobiles and the owners let you take a close look at them. They love and appreciate their cars and are proud to talk about them. For me, one of the highlights of this event is seeing a child’s eyes light up when he or she first sees a rare, exotic car. You can just see the wheels turning in the kid’s head. I like to think that this event might inspire a kid to go into the automotive industry.” In addition to high-end European exotics, Festivals of Speed is honoring Chevrolet’s 100th anniversary by showcasing the legendary Corvette, which first rolled off the assembly line in 1953. Car enthusiasts can reflect on Chevrolet’s significant contributions to the automotive industry while seeing various models of a true and legendary American sports car. Attendees can do more than simply look at and learn about these amazing machines. For the first time ever, they’ll also have an opportunity to test drive some of the models on display or ride in the automobile of their dreams through the Lake County countryside. The “ride and drive” segment will be offered May 5 from 10a.m. to 2p.m. “To drive, you will have to be qualified,” Sabatini says. “Owners won’t let just anyone behind the wheel of an expensive exotic car. However, it will be surreal to ride in one of these vehicles, experience the thrill of a world-class driving automobile, and learn about their amazing capabilities.”

MORE THAN JUST AUTOMOBILES Automobiles aren’t the only highlight. Visitors will enjoy a dazzling display of multi-million dollar offshore racing boats and designer motorcycles, smooth jazz in the gardens, numerous wine-tasting stations, and champagne tents. Additionally, representatives from high-end cigar companies, art galleries, and jewelers will exhibit their wares. Also new to this year’s event is the wine connoisseur’s dinner, which will be held May 5 from 7–10p.m. at La Hacienda Restaurant. Guests will be treated to signature cocktails on the terrace and then sit down to a four-course meal paired with exclusive wine. Event organizers reserved the restaurant to enhance the culinary experience of guests. “This is a classy and relaxing event,” Sabatini says. “People absolutely love it. For more information: www.festivalsofspeed.com 40

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FRANK DAVIS FELL IN LOVE with “cycles” at the age of three. He recalls “catching hell” for riding off down the open road on an old tricycle from his uncle’s barn. “I just kept looking around and peddling, one turn after another — and then my uncle drove up next to me in his truck.” And Davis hasn’t missed many days of riding since that day 77 years ago. He built his first motorcycle at 9-years-old after he found two old motorcycle wheels in a barn and convinced his brothers to help him roll them home. Unfortunately, the wooden frame he built only made one trip down the ramp from the hayloft. Next he figured out how to put a washing machine motor on an old wheelchair. Davis realized he was on to something, so at 12 he built his first “Wizard” motorized bicycle. Along the way Davis became a pretty good mechanic. “Everything was always breaking down because it was old, so I learned to fix it,” he says. But what really sold him on motorcycles was his older brother’s 1936 Indian. Even though his mother hid the bike in the chicken coop to keep it “safe” while his brother served in the war, that didn’t keep 14-year-old Davis from sneaking it out for a day’s ride on just 26 cents worth

of gas. “I caught hell from my mother when I got back, but that scolding was worth the ride!” Davis bought his first bike at 15 for $175. He had to choose between a 1937 Indian and a 1926 Harley — even though the Harley was in better shape, he chose the Indian. “The Indian looked more modern. The Harley had handle bars that came way back and I thought the kids would laugh at me,” he says. His next bike was a 1948 Indian for $275. He remembers wanting to buy a Harley but it was $100 more than the Indian — and back then, that was a lot of money. He still has the registration and $1,000 receipt for his first brand new bike — a 1956 Harley Pan Head — in his motorcycle memorabilia album. Only one-quarter of 1 percent of all bikers actually ride a million miles, according to Davis — and he knows because he’s done it, and is still riding every day even though he’s 80-yearsold. “A lot of guys might think they’ve ridden that much, but it takes about 20,000 miles a year for 50 years to hit a million,” says Davis. He started the “¼% Club” to recognize those who hit that milestone. “It’s like those ‘one percenters’ but there are a lot less of us seasoned riders,” says Davis.

“There are two types of motorcycle riders,” says Davis. “Ones like me who’ve rode all their lives and then there’s the ones who rode a little while they were younger and now they are retired and have picked it back up. They are not real seasoned riders. That’s the difference, it’s more of a fad for them — but for me it’s a necessity for my mental health.” Davis likes the classic bikes, such as his 1947 Harley Knuckhead and his 1946 Indian, but he’s also rode the “Japanese Xbrands.” He says he’s not old enough yet to be a “triker” since he just turned 80, and he still can’t go a day without riding somewhere. He attended the inaugural Leesburg Bikefest 16 years ago and he’s rode to other biker events like Daytona and Sturgis. His idea of a good day is one spent riding to the Florida Keys. Davis can’t explain why he rides. “If you don’t know, you can’t understand. Bikes are just like women… ought to have a different one every day. Seven motorcycles and seven women, but every time I tell that to my wife she won’t talk to me for a couple of days!”

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While these look like characters out of Marlon Brando’s, “The Wild One,” underneath their leather-clad exteriors are people we call friends, neighbors or co-workers. Meet these local weekend warriors who, like so many people today, simply love the freedom of the open road. WRITER: BETSY STOUTMORRILL PHOTOGRAPHER: FRED LOPEZ

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AGE: 60 HOMETOWN, STATE: Eustis, Fla. and St. Clair Shores, Mich. CURRENT RIDE: 2010 HD Road King FIRST BIKE: 2008 Yamaha V-Star 1100, two years ago FAVORITE ROAD TO RIDE: Back roads to San Antonio, Florida FAVORITE BIKER HANG-OUT: Gator Harley-Davidson FAVORITE RALLY: Leesburg Bikefest BEST THING ABOUT LEESBURG BIKEFEST: Bikers! HOW OFTEN DO YOU RIDE? Every weekend. HOW MANY MILES HAVE YOU RIDDEN IN YOUR LIFE? 30,000 HOW MANY DIFFERENT BIKES HAVE YOU OWNED? Four HOW MANY BIKES DO YOU HAVE RIGHT NOW? Two

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BIKER NAME: Monch AGE: 49 HOMETOWN: Vega Alta, Puerto Rico CURRENT RIDE: 2004 Honda Valkyrie Rune DREAM RIDE (IF YOU COULD HAVE ANY BIKE!): I already ride my dream bike! FIRST BIKE: My Rune, four years ago FAVORITE ROAD TO RIDE: The Snake, Shady Valley, Tennessee FAVORITE BIKER HANG-OUT: Cousin Vinnies FAVORITE RALLY: Leesburg Bike Fest, Rune Rally, Daytona Bike Week BEST THING ABOUT LEESBURG BIKEFEST: I can be myself among hundreds of thousands of friendly people and downtown becomes a playground for bikers. HOW OFTEN DO YOU RIDE? As much as I can, usually every couple of weeks HOW MANY MILES HAVE YOU RIDDEN IN YOUR LIFE? 24,000 miles HOW MANY DIFFERENT BIKES HAVE YOU OWNED? One HOW MANY BIKES DO YOU HAVE RIGHT NOW? One

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ANDERSON BIKER NAME: Hollywood AGE: 39 HOMETOWN, STATE: Melbourne, Fla. CURRENT RIDE: Suzuki GSXR 750 DREAM RIDE (IF YOU COULD HAVE ANY BIKE!): KTM RC8R FIRST BIKE: GSXR 750, four years ago FAVORITE ROAD TO RIDE: Back roads of Clermont FAVORITE BIKER HANG-OUT: Wherever there are bikes FAVORITE RALLY: Biketoberfest BEST THING ABOUT LEESBURG BIKEFEST: Haven’t been yet. HOW OFTEN DO YOU RIDE? Every chance I get HOW MANY MILES HAVE YOU RIDDEN IN YOUR LIFE? 60,000 HOW MANY DIFFERENT BIKES HAVE YOU OWNED? Three HOW MANY BIKES DO YOU HAVE RIGHT NOW? One

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MILLER AGE: 52 HOMETOWN: Eustis, Fla. CURRENT RIDE: 2002 Ultra Classic Harley DREAM RIDE (IF YOU COULD HAVE ANY BIKE!): I like my Ultra Classic FIRST BIKE: Suzuki, when I was 12-yearsold FAVORITE ROAD TO RIDE: Pacific Coast Highway FAVORITE BIKER HANG-OUT: Hide-A-way FAVORITE RALLY: State Hog Rally BEST THING ABOUT LEESBURG BIKEFEST: The music HOW OFTEN DO YOU RIDE? Three or four times per month HOW MANY MILES HAVE YOU RIDDEN IN YOUR LIFE? Too many to count! HOW MANY DIFFERENT BIKES HAVE YOU OWNED? Four or five. HOW MANY BIKES DO YOU HAVE RIGHT NOW? One

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BLEARY-EYED, THEY DOUBLE CLUTCH their way south, following a thousand miles of seemingly endless whitestriped highway toward their Mecca. Eighty-thousand pounds of steel, chrome and glass, these 18-wheelers bull their way toward the mother of all trucking events — the 75 Chrome Shop’s 14th Annual Truck Show in Wildwood. Dozens of these big, bold and beautiful semi-tractor trailers arrive ready to show off their shine and vie for top billing in the “Pride and Polish” and “Wash and Shine” competitions, which are the highlights of the event. Join thousands of spectators to view the show and visit with the drivers, many of whom came from as far away as Oregon. This year’s show will take place Friday through Sunday, April 27–29, 10a.m.–10p.m. Saturday night attendees will enjoy a live band and light show, assistant manager according to assist when the night Jennilee Jowers, wh

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sky glows from the hundreds of lights adorning the chromeladen rigs. The Pride and Polish competition has always been the mainstay of the event, with entries of beautifully designed, show-class semis decked out in chrome. The winner is the cleanest with the most unique style. Last year the Wash and Shine competition was added, which is based mainly on presentation, allowing more drivers to compete. Winners for the 2011 shows were Mike Awker’s 2007 red Peterbilt 379 in the Wash and Shine Bobtail Best of Show; Derek Schrader’s 1997 purple Peterbilt in the Wash and Shine Best of Show Combo. Last year, winners in the Pride and Polish competition were Scott Diller’s 1981 black and red Kenworth in the Limited Bobtail Mileage; Vinnie Diorio’s 2005 Peterbuilt 379 in Limited Mileage Combo; Ron Huey’s 2010 ProStar International in the Best of Bobtail and Mike Hug’s black and orange 2007 Peterbilt for Best of Show.

“Last year we had some of the best trucks we’ve had since the show began,” Jowers says. For the past three years the show has been scheduled to coincide with Leesburg Bikefest, the largest three-day motorcycle gathering in the nation. This allows the 75 Chrome Shop to draw hundreds of bikers on their way to the Lake County event. At one point, shop staff counted 237 motorcycles in the parking lot. The Chrome Shop is located at 419 East S.R. 44, just west of the intersection of S.R. 44 (Gulf to Atlantic Highway) and Interstate 75. The first truck show was held at the nearby Travel Centers of America truck stop, but by the following year, the 75 Chrome Shop had relocated across the street to a brand new, custombuilt facility where the show has continued to grow each year. For those of you who didn’t make the show last year or haven’t stopped in, the 75 Chrome Shop itself is an exhibit worth browsing, boasting mirrored walls and gleaming chrome. The shop offers thousands of truck and motorcycle accessories.

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changed. She began to smile and make contact with the dog, behavior we had not seen in the entire year she had been on campus. At the end of the class, one of the students exclaimed, ‘Listen everyone — Alicia’s talking!’ And Alicia hasn’t stopped since!” As researchers vie to learn why these changes come about, Beacon College takes the initiative and implements innovative programs such as this to bring out the best in its students. “I’ve found that using Rocko in my class has a dual purpose,” says Dr. Chandler. “I can use him to physically psychology demonstrate concepts of p y that would be hard for our students stu abstract to understand if taught in an ab manner. When they can see a concept co they can grasp it; I can compare Rocko for to a human and it makes it easier ea them to learn. At the same time, Rocko has such a calming effect amazing to on the class that it is ama watch as he reduces the students’ s on anxiety and helps them focus f the task at hand.” Rocko belongs to Beacon R.’s parents student J. R. Geldart. J. R. work hard told him if he would w and make acceptable grades grad that he

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OTHER ADVANCED IMAGING TECHNIQUES INCLUDE: AORTIC ULTRASOUND is used to diagnose any problem with the aorta. The aorta is the body’s largest artery that comes directly out of the heart’s left ventricle, travels down through the abdomen and branches off into the external and internal iliac arteries. Common problems are stenosis or narrowing of the aorta or aortic aneurysm, which is where the artery weakens and balloons out. Many times abdominal aortic aneurysms have no symptoms whatsoever until the artery actually ruptures. Once the aorta ruptures only 10–25 percent of patients survive. This is why it is vitally important to discover aortic aneurysms early in their formation. ICE technicians, using the best and latest in ultrasound technology can get a clear view and diagnose the problem quickly and accurately. Once a definitive diagnosis is made, ICE physicians take over and expertly repair the aneurysm. RENAL ULTRASOUND allows our technicians to find problems forming in the renal, celiac or superior mesenteric arteries, the lower aorta and the kidneys. This type of ultrasound can be technically challenging but highly trained ICE technicians have the patience and skill to uncover even the smallest problem. TRANSCRANIAL DOPPLER is used to measure blood flow within the vessels inside the brain. It can detect arterial stenosis (narrowing), blood clots, and ruptured blood vessels. In some instances it can detect circulating cerebral clots that can be detected by no other means. This test is especially helpful in patients suffering from strokes or transient ischemic attacks (mini-strokes). CAROTID ULTRASOUND is available to determine narrowing of the carotid arteries. Plaque buildup in these arteries increases the risk of stroke. The disease itself has no symptoms until stroke occurs and stroke is the third leading cause of death in the U.S. LOWER ARTERIAL ULTRASOUND measures blood flow through the arteries in the legs. Narrowing of the arteries in the legs can lead to leg pain, numbness or a feeling of heaviness. This test can detect peripheral arterial disease (PAD), a disease that affects over 12 million Americans. ICE physicians are experts at detecting and treating PAD. LOWER VENOUS ULTRASOUND can detect narrowed veins and deadly blood clots that have formed in the veins of the legs. Chronic venous insufficiency affects those who sit or stand for long periods of time and can lead to phlebitis or deep vein thrombosis. The technicians at ICE can quickly and accurately diagnose vein problems. Whatever your symptoms, the technicians at ICE are ready to help diagnose your problem quickly and accurately and ICE physicians are ready to take whatever steps are necessary to restore your health.

Dr. Qamar Since I was a child, I have known that the practice of medicine is my family’s chosen profession. My father was a surgeon practicing in Great Britain and my mother was an ICU nurse. Before I attended medical school, I watched as my two sisters and older brother went through the rigors of a medical education. I managed to meet my wife during the hardships of medical school. We moved to the United States in 1990 after leaving our internships at a hospital in Dublin. While attending Yale, I fell in love with the incredible field of cardiovascular medicine and it was my good fortune to have mentors such as Dr. Joseph Babb, Dr. Craig McPherson, and Dr. Stuart Zarich. It has been 13 years since we moved to Ocala and looking back, we couldn’t have chosen a better place to raise a family and earn a living. I want to thank this community. We have had the pleasure of meeting some of the most wonderful people during our time here. Yours,

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quick bites Mission Inn Resort and Club

Jack’s Barbeque

If you are not in the mood to cook this Easter, then consider taking family and friends to Mission Inn’s Easter Sunday Grand Holiday Buffet. The buffet will be served in both the La Hacienda and Nicker’s Restaurants. Guests will especially enjoy the carving station, featuring roasted Black Angus prime rib of beef as well as leg of New Zealand lamb. Hot food items will include beef burgundy with pearl onions, grilled Mahi Mahi, mussels, clams, and New England clam chowder. An assortment of salads, smoked seafood, cheeses and desserts are also available. Reservations are required. LOCATION: 10400 County Road 48, Howeyin-the-Hills 34737 PHONE: 1.800.874.9053 HOURS: Seating for the Easter Sunday Grand Holiday Buffet is from 11a.m.– 5:30p.m.

Have you had an amazing culinary experience lately? Enjoyed something new in the entertainment or food and beverage venues in Lake or Sumter County? Please share! They may be featured in our Quick Bites section, the official Dining and Entertainment press release section for Lake and Sumter Style! Let us know about a new signature dish or menu, grand openings, new chefs and/or entertainment offerings so we can share them with our readers.

Need to feed the family but don’t feel like cooking? Are you planning to throw a large party anytime soon? Consider Jack’s Barbeque, which has served delicious, Old South barbeque for 50 years. The popular JackPak is ideal for family meals and also for parties. JackPaks comes in four choices: the Smoked Meat Family JackPak ($24.95), the Ribs/Chicken Family JackPak ($29.95), the Smoked Meat Party JackPak ($61.95), and the Ribs/Chicken Party JackPak ($84.95). Visiting this restaurant is equally enjoyable, as guests can enjoy juicy, tender meat, homemade smoked barbeque beans, and fresh hand-tossed salads. LOCATION: 100 South Hwy. 27, Minneola 34715 PHONE: 352.394.2673 HOURS: Monday through Saturday from 11a.m.–8p.m.

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Continental Country Club

Olivia’s Coffeehouse

Beautiful April weather presents an opportunity to enjoy a round of golf and wonderful dining experience at the same time. Be sure to visit Continental Country Club in Wildwood, which offers a beautiful 18-hole championship golf course designed by renowned architect Ron Garl, who also designed the Lake Buena Vista golf courses at Walt Disney World. After golf, you can enjoy a wonderful meal in the restaurant, sampling such favorites as grilled liver and onions, pressed Cuban sandwiches, spaghetti and meatballs, large butterfly shrimp, and the ever-popular Philly cheese steak. The Saturday prime rib special includes a 10-ounce prime rib with garlic mashed potatoes and a vegetable for $11.99. LOCATION: 50 Continental Boulevard, Highway 44 East, Wildwood 34785 PHONE: 352.748.0100 HOURS: Monday and Wednesday from 11a.m.–6p.m.; Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 11a.m.–8p.m.; Tuesday from 11a.m.–7p.m. and Sunday from 9a.m.–6p.m.

Wasabi Buffet If you love Chinese food, you are really missing out if you haven’t been to Wasabi Buffet in Mount Dora. The large selection of food is unbelievable — crab legs, General Tso’s chicken, frog legs, shrimp, oysters on the half shell, mussels, pepper steak, fried rice, barbeque ribs, egg drop soup, desserts, etc. Even better, you can count on the food always being hot and fresh. Unusual for a Chinese buffet, this restaurant also offers a nice selection of delicious sushi rolls. LOCATION: 16700 U.S. Hwy. 441, Mount Dora 32757 PHONE: 352.383.7007 HOURS: 7 days a week from 11a.m.–10p.m.

First-time visitors to Olivia’s Coffeehouse in downtown Eustis enter as strangers and leave as friends. Owners Fred Ledden and Olivia Spilotros have created a comfortable, relaxed and personable atmosphere where visitors can sip on fresh cappuccinos and lattes, relax while listening to talented musicians or reminisce among family and friends. The very affordable menu features delicious items such as gourmet wraps, homemade soups, unique salads, and the ever-popular Fred’s Amazing Chili. Highlighting the dessert menu is the crustless O’s Sinful Ricotta Cheesecake. Local and international acoustic musicians perform on Friday and Saturday at 7p.m. and on Sunday at 3p.m. The beautiful artwork of local artists hangs prominently on the walls. As Olivia enthusiastically says, this old-fashioned coffeehouse is “the out-of-the-ordinary place to be for fun, music and more.” LOCATION: 113 N. Bay Street, Eustis 32726 PHONE: 352.357.1887 HOURS: Tuesday through Saturday 7a.m.– 10p.m.; Sunday 9a.m. –5p.m. april2012

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restaurant review Written by Pat Jocelyn • Photo by Fred Lopez

Palm Tree Grille When someone tells me a restaurant is family owned and operated, my expectations for a stellar dining experience increases significantly. The reason, I suppose, is the emphasis I place on the word “family.” After all, we usually trust our family, we expect our family to consistently be there for us, and some of our fondest memories revolve around family gatherings. It’s just that kind of family-oriented thinking that Mena Sabatini and her sister, Mary Sue Ortiz, wanted for their downtown Mount Dora restaurant: Palm Tree Grille. They wanted to provide a warm and welcoming atmosphere where items from their exceptional Italiancontemporary menu could be savored and enjoyed. They wanted their patrons to feel they were a part of an extended family — that’s exactly what they achieved. It’s been an interesting journey for the two sisters. When they were growing up in New York, their parents were in the restaurant business and the family lived in an apartment over the restaurant. Hard work was no stranger to the siblings and they were expected to help out after school and on weekends; it taught them the restaurant business from the ground up. Years later the family moved to Florida and eventually opened a restaurant in downtown Mount Dora. That was 17 years ago. When their father retired more than five years ago, the two women decided to take over the business. Now Mary Sue is the chef, Mena manages the dining area, her husband does the marketing, and her son is a server and bar tender. Treating customers like family is not just a catchy phrase to Mena and Mary Sue. In fact, when one of their regular customers could no longer drive because of failing eyesight, one of them would pick him up each Friday, drive him to Palm Tree Grille and after his meal, drive him home — they did that for six years.

They provided another customer with gluten-free pasta because he was on a glutenfree diet and once delivered clams to another regular customer who was hospitalized because of knee replacement surgery. “It’s not a big deal for us — we like to accommodate our customers,” Mary Sue says. Palm Tree Grille’s diverse menu reflects just how much they accommodate their customers. Italian specialty items like Eggplant Rollatini and Chicken and Shrimp Vesuvio are offered along with more contemporary dishes like chicken wraps, salads, and sandwiches. Choosing an appetizer was no easy task, but I finally decided on one of their most popular dishes, Artichoke Gorgonzola. Whole artichoke hearts were stuffed with gorgonzola cheese, breaded and fried to golden crispness, then served in a pool of Alfredo sauce with spinach. The artichoke heart breading provided a pleasing crunchiness and balanced well with the wonderful gooey cheese stuffing and smooth Alfredo sauce. For my entrée, I chose Ravioli Sorrentino — pasta stuffed with cheese in a Marsala cream sauce with shitake mushrooms, sundried tomatoes, and prosciutto. The slightly woodsy flavor of the mushrooms blended well with the sweetness of the sun-dried tomatoes and flavorful cream sauce. I was not disappointed with my choice. Then there was dessert — a slice of Tropical Coconut Lime Cake. The moist white cake was soaked with key lime juice and layered with rich coconut custard. Fluffy white butter cream and coconut garnish finished off this piece of rich decadence. Palm Tree Grille is the kind of place you’ll want to return to time and time again. They use fresh ingredients, bake their own bread, don’t scrimp on quality or quantity, and truly treat their patrons like family.

POPULAR APPETIZERS: Artichoke Gorgonzola $10.99 Fried Calamari $10.99

POPULAR SOUPS AND SALADS: Chicken Salad Wrap $8.99 Chicken Florentine Soup $5.99 Soup and Salad Combo $10.49

POPULAR DINNER ITEMS: Italian Trio $13.99 Chicken and Shrimp Vesuvio $19.99

POPULAR DESSERTS: Lemon Italian Cream Cake $5.99 Tropical Coconut Lime Cake $5.99

ADDRESS: 351 North Donnelly Street, Mount Dora, Florida 32757 PHONE: 352.735.1936 WEBSITE: www.palmtreegrille.com HOURS: In season: Open seven days a week, Monday through Saturday, 11a.m.–9p.m., Sunday, noon–8p.m. Off season: Open six days a week (closed Tues.) SPECIAL EVENTS: Monthly wine dinners (See website for details.) CUSTOMER EMAIL LIST: : For weekly food and drink specials (See website for details.)

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the loving kitchen Written by Heather Pruett • Photos by Fred Lopez

The Easter Spirit I sometimes question where my daughter gets her drama and spunk; however, as I think back to a particular Easter morning I quickly gain clarity. Growing up, my parents often hosted large family functions at our house on holidays and special occasions. One Easter morning my mom woke up bright and early to prepare for the day’s activities, which included brunch, an Easter egg hunt, and a few games for all of the children. At one point, my mother went to the garage refrigerator to get a missing ingredient. Unfortunately this happened to be the same time that I decided to wake up and check to see if the Easter bunny had come. I saw the light on in the kitchen so I went in with curiosity, and there it was: a huge basket of Easter eggs. It was then that the overly-dramatic, ever-so-quickreacting 6-year-old came out. “Mother! Why did you hunt all of my Easter eggs?!” I became so upset that I pulled the basket off the counter and threw it on the ground, cracking all of the eggs my mom had spent hours working on. These particular eggs were made for the egg hunt and games that were planned for my cousins and me. Unfortunately, I also ruined a beautiful breakfast casserole... that one was an accident. As I was storming through the house crying, something from outside caught my eye. I looked through the window, scanned the yard and quickly saw several brightly-colored eggs and candies scattered throughout. As my dad and brother were rushing in to see what I had been screaming about, a second round of screams came from the kitchen. I knew instantly that this year would likely not be one of my favorite Easters. I don’t think it is necessary to explain what the other screams were for, and I’m sure you can probably guess that this didn’t turn out to be one of my mom’s favorite Easters either. So just in case you have a little drama queen like me, and a “small” misunderstanding on Easter morning, prepare these recipes the night before. At least brunch won’t be ruined.

The Loving Kitchen is a next generation cooking show featuring Mount Dora wife and mother, Heather Pruett. Visit Heather and family at www.thelovingkitchen.com.

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Spinach and Cheese Casserole Yield: 8–10 Servings Prep time: 15 Minutes Cook time: 30–35 Minutes

Pans/Utensils/Equipment Needed: Measuring cup Set of measuring spoons Paring knife Mixing spoon Large mixing bowl Medium saucepan 13x9-inch baking dish Ingredients: 1 (10-ounce) package spinach, rinsed and chopped ½ cup chopped red pepper, diced 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking powder 2 eggs 1 cup milk ½ cup butter, melted 1 onion, chopped 1 (8-ounce) package shredded mozzarella cheese Junior Chef Jobs: • Measuring • Mixing • Wash red peppers Instructions: • Preheat oven to 375 F. • Lightly grease a 13x9-inch baking dish. • Place spinach in a medium saucepan with enough water to cover and bring to a boil. • Lower heat to simmer and cook until spinach is limp, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside. • In a large bowl, combine flour, salt and baking powder. Mix well. • Stir in eggs, milk and butter. • Mix in spinach, onion, red pepper and mozzarella cheese. • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and bake in the preheated oven 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. • Cut into squares and enjoy!

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Baked Apple French Toast Yield: 8–10 servings Prep time: 15 minutes Chill time: overnight or at least 8 hours Cook time: 60 minutes

Pans/Utensils/Equipment Needed: 13x19-inch baking dish Measuring cup Set of measuring spoons Cooking spray Large mixing bowls Paring knife Wooden mixing spoon Tin foil Ingredients: 16-ounce French bread loaf 2 cups low-fat milk 8 eggs 4 tablespoons maple syrup ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup diced red apple 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon ¼ cup melted butter 1 teaspoon confectioner’s sugar Junior Chef Jobs: • Measuring • Mixing • Tearing bread Instructions: • Cut or tear bread apart into approximately 2-inch pieces. • In a large mixing bowl, combine and toss bread pieces, diced apple, and cinnamon. • In another large mixing bowl, combine and whisk milk, eggs, maple syrup, melted butter and vanilla until blended well and smooth. • Coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. • Transfer the bread mixture into the baking dish and then pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread. • Using a wooden spoon, press the bread down making sure it’s evenly moist. • Cover with tin foil and refrigerate overnight, at least 8 hours. • Preheat oven to 350 F. • Bake covered for 40 minutes. • Uncover and bake for an additional 20 minutes or until puffed and lightly brown. • Remove from oven and dust with confectioner’s sugar.

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Morning Fruit Slushies Yield: 10–12 cups Prep time: 10 minutes Freeze time: 8 hours Thaw time: 45–60 minutes

Pans/Utensils/Equipment Needed: Measuring cup Large sauce pan Paring knife Butter knife Mixing spoon Large mixing bowl Large freezer container Ingredients: 4 cups water 12-ounces thawed orange juice concentrate 12-ounces thawed lemonade concentrate 2 medium firm bananas, sliced 2 cups diced pineapples 2 cups mandarin oranges 1 cup diced grapes ½ cup maraschino cherries, halved ¼ cup sugar Junior Chef Jobs: • Measuring • Mixing • Slicing bananas with butter knife Instructions: • Combine water, sugar, orange juice concentrate, and lemonade concentrate in a large saucepan. • Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is completely dissolved. • Add all fruit into mixture and mix well. • Pour into a large freezer container and cover. • Freeze overnight. • Remove from freezer 45–60 minutes before serving.

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To understand how vintage and aging affect a wine’s taste, plan a vertical wine tasting.

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Verticals

Written by Mary Ann DeSantis

WHEN YOU ARE IN A WINE STORE, and you see two bottles of the same wine side by side, you notice one has the year 2008 on its label while the other says 2009. What’s the difference? The best way to find out is to conduct a vertical wine tasting. You would be really lucky if you found three vintages — the year the grapes were harvested — from the same winery. Most likely, you will have to search online wine purveyors or peruse a friend’s wine collection for older bottles. A vertical wine tasting compares different harvests from the same winery and varietal, such as a Cabernet Sauvignon. Vertical tastings are fun and they are an opportunity to taste the distinctive differences that a year or two can make in a wine’s aging process. You may like a 2006 Napa Cabernet, but the 2009 bottle of the same wine may be too harsh. Having consecutive years is the preferred way to set up a vertical tasting, but it is not always possible so don’t let a missing vintage stop you. For example, you may be able to find 2006, 2007, and 2009 vintages of a certain label but not the 2008. The distinctive differences between 2007 and 2009 vintages probably will be more pronounced. The first thing you need to understand before planning a vertical tasting is that most American wines are made to be consumed soon after you buy them, especially inexpensive wines. Red varietals such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Nebbiolo have commanding tannins and can age longer than, for example, a Merlot. Tannins, which come from a grape’s skin and seeds, can add to a wine’s greatness — or be its downfall. Too much can make a wine harsh or astringent; too little and the wine will be light or “wimpy” as one of my wine friends says. Aging a good wine

often brings the tannins into perfect balance with the alcohol and acidity — other important elements in wine. You also should start with a mid-to-higher priced wine. I recently attended a vertical wine tasting for Louis M. Martini Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County ($16 to $20). The 2009 vintage is readily available, but the host had collected vintages since 2006. The most recent year was not bad, but it did not have the complexity of the 2006 or 2007 vintages. Everyone agreed that the 2007 was our favorite; only later did I read that Wine Spectator (WS) described 2007 as a “textbook growing year” in Sonoma County. The WS Vintage Chart said Sonoma’s small 2007 crops produced “amazing wines defined by enormous complexity and plush tannins.” It also recommended holding this vintage even longer, and the 2006 vintage was certainly an indication that this Cabernet does age nicely. The 2006, although not as powerful as the 2007, was still very good with a nice nose and its black cherry flavors still intact.

Visit your local wine retailer and ask the consultant to help you with a vertical tasting. Many of them will be willing to help you track down the older vintages. Buying older vintages may cost you a little more, especially if it was considered a very good year. Otherwise, start your own collection. Remember that wine store shelf with two vintages of the same wine I mentioned earlier? Buy a couple of extras and hold for several years. Each year, add the latest released vintage to your collection, and in 2014 you can have one heck of a vertical tasting!

Vertical Tasting Tips 1. Select varietals with high tannins. 2. Buy at least three vintages, ideally four. 3. Taste from youngest to oldest to evaluate how the wines have aged. 4. Swirl the first sip in your mouth; wait 30 seconds before your second sip and then evaluate. 5. Wait at least a minute or more before tasting the next vintage. 6. Go through the process without food; then try each vintage with a mild cheese or bread. 7. Keep notes about the vintages, particularly the ones you like.

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D E S T I N AT I O N S O F G O O D TA S T E

Pisces Rising

A Fresh Florida Seafood and Steak House

239 W. Fourth Avenue, Mount Dora • 352.385.2669 Celebrating our eighth year of catering to Central Florida’s most discriminating clientele, Pisces Rising offers fine dining in an elegant yet casual environment. Created around a 1920s home, there are five separate dining areas inside, including the elegant 239 West Lounge and an open kitchen, plus a spacious deck with a Tiki Style bar. And it all overlooks Lake Dora and the setting sun! Specializing in fresh seafood and Black Angus beef with a Wine Spectator recognized wine list, Pisces Rising is the place for a romantic dinner for two or a party of many to celebrate any special occasion. The best of the area’s Live Entertainment rounds out your experience Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings and twice on Sunday! Visit our website to preview all of our regular and special event menus and our entertainment calendar. “Laissez le Bon Temps Rouler!”

Book your Mother’s Day reservations today! Lunch

Monday–Saturday 11:30a.m.–4p.m. Sunday Brunch Menu 11a.m.–3p.m.

Dinner Sunday–Thursday Friday and Saturday

5p.m.–9p.m. 5p.m.–10p.m.

www.PiscesRisingDining.com

Ipanema Brazilian Steak House 2023 South Pine Avenue, Ocala • 352.622.1741 • www.ipanemaocala.com A Churrascaria (Portuguese for barbecue) is a dining experience where roaming Gauchos slice and serve fireroasted meats from skewers in a continual fashion. Ipanema Brazilian Steak House boasts 11 of the finest cuts of meat complemented by an opulent salad and vegetable bar, delectable desserts, and delicious wines, beers, and cocktails. Brazilian native and executive chef Alonso Esgaib invites you to embrace the flavors of his homeland and experience the magnetism of Ipanema for yourself. Enjoy the weather and come dine on our new covered patio area! Become a fan of Ipanema on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ipanemaocala. Great discounts online! We now offer an extensive appetizer menu and full dinner service outdoors. Happy Hour: 2 for 1 premium drinks and house wines Tuesday–Friday, 5–7p.m.

Lunch

Tuesday–Friday

Dinner Tuesday–Thursday Friday and Saturday Sunday

11a.m.–2p.m. 5p.m.–9p.m. 5p.m.–10p.m. 4p.m.–9p.m.

Join us on Easter Sunday 11–8p.m.

Taverna Red 16770 South U.S. Highway 441 Suite 608, Summerfield • 352.693.2008 Welcome to Taverna Red “Italian Grill!” Kathy Funk owner of Pasta Faire and Taverna Red has just introduced the new Italian Grill menu with lots of great combinations of old and new fare. Enjoy the Chef Specialties like Penne Pesto,Veal Santa Monica,Venice Lasagna, and Gnocchi Bolognese. Our $10 Extravaganza menu has just been extended to be served all day every day, with great favorites: Coconut Butterfish, Chicken Marsala, Shrimp Scampi, Meatloaf and much more. Our new grill items are the real stars with seven different entrees to choose from.With a combination of five different sauces and sides, you can create a different meal on each visit.The fun atmosphere tops it all off with great entertainment nightly and Happy Hour from 11a.m. until 7p.m. every day. Come visit the new Taverna Red “Italian Grill.”

HOURS: Sunday Monday–Saturday

11a.m.–9p.m. 11a.m.–10p.m.

Reservations for parties of six or more German Fest last Tuesday of each month Book your Party — seating for up to 60 guests 84

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Subway www.subway.com Custom-made, fresh sandwiches, salads and flatbreads made right before your eyes. The “healthy” alternative to fast food. LADY LAKE 208 W. Guava St. 352.750.4929

LEESBURG 2013 Citrus Blvd. 352.787.6442

THE VILLAGES 1580 Bella Cruz Dr. 352.750.9600

EUSTIS 469 Plaza Dr. 352.357.7827

10135 U.S. Hwy. 441, Suite 4 352.326.3234

8796 S.E. 165th Mulberry Ln. 352.750.9991

MOUNT DORA 18870 U.S. Hwy. 441 352.735.4376

27405 U.S. Hwy. 27, Suite 4 352.314.8847

Monday–Saturday Sunday

WILDWOOD 480 W. Gulf To Alantic Hwy. 352.748.8800

1070 Lake Sumter Landing Dr. 352.205.8535 349 Colony Blvd. 352.391.1657

10a.m.–10p.m. 10a.m.–9p.m.

Cheeser’s Palace Café and Catering Chocolate and Cheese Shop 707 W Montrose Street, Clermont • 352.404.9431 • CheesersPalace.com Cheeser’s Palace Café is nestled in the heart of historical downtown Clermont.The cafe’s European flare and commitment to quality food and presentation makes it a must for all those looking for a unique dining experience. Breakfast is deep in traditions, with the added excitement of specialty omelets, crepes, and fresh danishes. Lunch offers a wondrous array of choices for our famous four-cheese grilledwith-tomato sandwich to our unique fresh salad menu and homemade soups. FREE cheese tastings every third Saturday of the month from 5-8p.m. Amanda and Carol look forward to meeting you.

Call us now for all-occasion catering. Breakfast served all day on weekends. Tuesday–Saturday Sunday

7:30a.m.–3p.m. 7:30a.m.–2p.m.

Ramshackle Cafe 1317 North 14th Street, Leesburg • 352.365.6565 Since 1989, Leesburg locals and visitors alike have visited this restaurant for consistently good food in a casual and familiar environment. It takes ten minutes to find your table because of all the familiar faces you see once you walk in the door. Just for the FUN of it! Come on in and experience Ramshackle Café! It’s a great place for the whole family. From fajitas, steaks, sandwiches, salads, baby back ribs, delicious burgers, and of course, killer wings, we guarantee you won’t leave hungry. We feature a Happy Hour daily from 11a.m. to 7p.m. with most drinks 2 for 1! So, for a great time and great food, bring the kids and come on in to Ramshackle Café! Check out our menu at www.RamshackleCafe.com

HOURS: Sunday Monday–Thursday Friday Saturday

11a.m.–10p.m. 11a.m.–11p.m. 11a.m.–Midnight 11a.m.–11p.m.

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The Goblin Market Restaurant & Lounge 331-B Donnelly Street (Rear Alley), Mount Dora 352.735.0059 • GoblinMarketRestaurant.com Nestled on a back alley in downtown Mount Dora, the Goblin Market Restaurant has been charming locals and tourists alike since 1996. The restaurant, housed in a renovated warehouse, features three intimate, book-lined dining rooms and a full-service lounge, furnished in soothing, muted tones with tasteful modern art. The private, tree-shaded courtyard and garden patio are open year-round for al fresco dining. Low lighting and “new age” music add the finishing touches to the restaurant’s casual elegance. Owners Vince and Janis Guzinski embrace a simple philosophy of offering the highest-quality products, served in a unique and romantic atmosphere by a personable and attentive staff. The Goblin Market’s wine list and menu represent a refreshing mix of ideas from its culinary team. The diversified origins and background of each member ensure exciting menu offerings and nightly selections.

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Tuesday–Saturday 11a.m.–3:00p.m. Tuesday–Thursday 5–9p.m. Friday–Saturday 5–10p.m. Sunday 11a.m.–3:30p.m. Join us for our new “lighter fare” dinner menu, gourmet soups, salads and sandwiches. Tuesday– Thursday from 3–9p.m. (regular dinner menu also available).

Palm Tree Grille 351 North Donnelly Street, Mount Dora 352.735.1936 • www.palmtreegrille.com Located in Mount Dora, the Palm Tree Grille has been family owned and operated since 1995. The décor is sophisticated yet casual allowing for the perfect meeting, family gathering, or private event. Our “Wall of Wine” makes for a stunning display of over 600 bottles of wine. Culinary offerings include classic Italian as well as steaks, chops, seafood, pasta, salads, tasty sandwiches, sumptuous desserts, and more. Guests can relax in the lounge where we offer a full bar with unique wines, craft beers, and a variety of spirits. The restaurant is available for special events such as weddings, corporate functions, family gatherings and other celebrations. Every month the Palm Tree Grille operates a “Wine Connoisseur Dinner.” These exciting dinners offer four-course meals with each course being paired to a particular wine. Guests may also purchase wines to take home with you, just as you would in a wine shop.

HOURS: Sunday Monday–Saturday

Noon–8p.m. 11a.m.–9p.m.

The Players Grille 13605 Del Webb Blvd., Summerfield, FL • 352.307.0261 www.playeagleridgegolf.com As you would expect, the dining accommodations at The Players Grille are on a level all their own. From light, refreshing lunches overlooking the course to sumptuous meals for dinner, you are in for a real treat. Our kitchen and the professional hospitality staff recreate the beauty and magic of Eagle Ridge in every one of our dishes. Brunch is served every Sunday from 9a.m. to 3p.m.

Hours of Operation: Lounge: Monday–Saturday 10a.m.–8p.m. Sunday 10a.m.–6p.m. Restaurant: Monday and Tuesday 11a.m.–3p.m. Wednesday–Saturday 10a.m.–8p.m.

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The Speckled Butterbean 5995 Signature Road, Wildwood • 352.748.5333 522 North Market Blvd., Webster • 352.569.5333 (Located inside Sumter County Farmers Market) If you love mouth-watering, delicious country-style cooking, then you are in for a treat. The Speckled Butterbean Restaurant has opened a second restaurant located in Wildwood. You’ll find all your favorites — from sausage gravy and biscuits for breakfast to fried chicken with mashed potatoes and gravy for dinner to slow-cooked, melt-in-your-mouth pot roast with fresh vegetables for supper. Come and taste delicious country recipes handed down from generation to generation.

GIFT SHOP NOW OPEN Open 7 days a week Breakfast Dinner Supper

6–10:30a.m. 10:30a.m.–4p.m. 4–9p.m.

Bamboo Bistro 700 North Hwy. 441 (In front of Target), Lady Lake • 352.750.9998 The Villages Bamboo Bistro welcomes you to have a delightful dining experience with us. Enjoy an impressive selection of Asian dishes from China, Japan, Vietnam, and Thailand as well as a full sushi bar. Some of the more popular items include Peking Duck, Pepper Seared Filet Mignon, the Bamboo Basil Seafood Delight, and the Chilean Sea Bass served in black bean sauce. Of course, there are plenty of other enticing items made with our freshest ingredients, such as the shrimp in lobster sauce, Mongolian Beef, and the ever-popular General Tao’s Chicken. Noodle soups and noodle dishes are also available, a variety of Asian beers and the extensive wine list that will complement your meal.

HOURS: Monday–Thursday Friday and Saturday Sunday

11a.m.–9:30p.m. 11a.m.–10p.m. Noon–9p.m.

Cousin Vinnie’s World Famous Chicken Wings 10700 US Hwy 441, Leesburg • 352.253.2442 World Famous Chicken Wings Cousin Vinnie’s is located on U.S. Hwy. 441 across from Lake Square Mall. Since opening in July 2008, the restaurant has become well-known for its 30 flavors of wings. As a matter of fact, residents in Lake and Sumter counties have voted Cousin Vinnie’s wings as the best in the two-county area. Owner Vinnie Vittoria has created a unique atmosphere by combining a sports bar with a family restaurant. “My wife and I have created many menu items you simply can’t get anywhere else,” he says. “We put a lot of planning behind everything we serve. Simply try us once and you will become a regular.” Here, you will find unusual yet tasty wing flavors such as jerk teriyaki, raspberry, orange rush, and trainwreck. Other unique items include sausage and cheese fireballs, chicken and cheese dip, sweet potato waffle fries, and peanut butter and jelly pizza. Cousin Vinnie’s also offers a variety of beer and wine, free Wi-Fi, great music, HDTV, and a fun staff. If you’re a motorcyclist, Bike Night is every Monday from 6-10 p.m.

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LAKE COUNTY FAIR April 5–14 Don’t miss this family fun event that includes Lake County’s 4-H exhibits and awards, creative arts, entertainment, horticulture, livestock, pageants, a talent show, vendors, and youth activities. Enjoy the music of The Roy Baker Band, the Lee Ann Noel Band, Neon Truckers, and the Nightly Blues Band. The North American Midway provides rides and fun for the whole family. For more information, visit www.lakecofair.com or call 352.357.7111.

ALL THAT JAZZ April 14 Enjoy an evening of elegance, extraordinary style, and excitement at the Lake-Sumter Community College Foundation’s Gala and Auction that brings together local business and civic leaders to help support the mission of the college. This event is not only a great opportunity to bid on a variety of wonderful auction items, but is also a way to help make our students’ reality of a college education a dream come true. This year’s goal is to raise $75,000 to benefit LSCC scholarships and programs. The event begins at 6p.m. at The Villages Savannah Center. $125 a person/$200 a couple. For sponsorship or tickets, contact Rosanne Brandeburg at 352.365.3518.

16th ANNUAL LEESBURG BIKEFEST April 26–29 Lake County comes alive with the roar of over 200,000 bikes and bikers from throughout the U.S. Downtown is open to motorcycles only! Live bands all day and night, Ms. Bikefest contest hosted by Hooters, motorcycle show, live biker demonstrations, stunt riding, festive food, merchandise vendors and much more. Historic Downtown Leesburg. Contact the Leesburg Downtown Partnership at 352.365.0053 or visit www.leesburgbikefest.com

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EVENTS 16TH ANNUAL LEESBURG FISH FRY (April 5) Come enjoy this delicious family event on the grounds of the Mote Morris House in Leesburg. This is a ticketed event, featuring Southern cooking at its finest! Fresh fried fish, steamed oysters, corn on the cob, collard greens, cornbread, navy beans, Key lime pie, hush puppies and beverages including ice tea, soft drinks, beer, wine, and bar. The event is 5:30–8:30p.m. For information and tickets, call 352.365.0053. SEAPLANE SIGHTSEEING TOURS (April 1–April 15) What a way to see the lakes of Lake County! This classic 1957 DeHavilland Beaver seats up to five passengers. This ride makes a great and unique present. Stop in Tremain’s Tavern afterward for the perfect drink, meal, and a Lake Dora sunset! Daylight hours beginning in March. Lakeside Inn, 100 N. Alexander Street, Mount Dora. Cost varies. For more information, call John Justad at 218.682.2006 or email jjustad@tds.net. EASTER WEEKEND and BRUNCH (April 8) Enjoy a relaxing weekend at the Lakeside Inn and a lavish Easter Brunch with a visit from the bunny himself on Easter Sunday. The brunch is $34.95 and reservations are required. Call 800.556.5016 for more information. 15th ANNUAL LEESBURG GOLF CLASSIC (April 13) The Leesburg Area Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring this “Friday the Thirteenth” event. Scary golf… spiders, bats, snakes, and hackers, oh my!!! Continental Country Club, 50 Continental Blvd (Hwy. 44), Wildwood. Check-in 6:30a.m., registration and continental breakfast 7–8:15a.m., putting contest at 8:15a.m., 8:45a.m. shotgun start, banquet and awards at approximately 2p.m. To register or for more information, call 352.787.2131 or visit www.leesburgchamber.com. 104

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MOUNT DORA DOWNTOWN ART STROLL (April 13) See and buy art from dozens of artists displaying their work in various downtown locations and enjoy music from area musicians. Special activities include paper hat making in the Donnelly Park Building, architectural scavenger hunt throughout downtown, art by area young emerging artists at the Chamber of Commerce, opening reception at the MDCA Gallery and body painting at Arbors and Eyebrows. This evening kicks off a weekend full of events called “Meet Me Downtown Mount Dora” 6–8p.m. Krysta 352.383.0880, Mount Dora Center for the Arts FIGHT FOR THE FUTURE (April 14) This youth amateur boxing event is sponsored by the West Leesburg Community Development Corporation to raise funds for the West Leesburg Male Youth Academic Scholarship. Floor tickets are $15 and general admission is $10. Doors open at 6p.m., event begins at 7p.m. at the Leesburg Recreational Complex, 1851 Griffin Road, Leesburg. For more information contact Vonda R. Parker at 352.254.0281 or visit www. bellafaireplanners.com. DINING IN THE DARK (April 14) This dining for a night without sight is a fundraising event with a silent auction and cash bar sponsored by New Vision for Independence. Reception at 5:30p.m. and dining 6:30p.m. Tickets $75, $520 for a table for eight people. Mission Inn, 10400 CR 48, Howey-inthe-Hills. Please RSVP to New Visions at 352.435.5040 by April 2. TITANIC TEA AT THE INN (April 14) The Lakeside Inn, Mount Dora, will host a Tea at 2p.m. in recognition of the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic, one of the most tragic historical events of the 20th Century. The Tea will offer an authentic 1912 menu and a style show of 1910–1915 clothing. Some clothing pieces are originals on

To have an event considered for Lake & Sumter Style’s Calendar section, please send a short text description (along with a color photo, if possible) 60 days in advance to: email: Calendar@akersmediagroup.com fax: 352.323.8161 mail: Lake & Sumter Style Calendar, P.O. Box 490088, Leesburg, FL 34749

loan from the University of South Florida, including reproduction items such as an exquisite Edwardian wedding gown. Guests are invited to wear their Titanic finest including hats and gloves. 100 N. Alexander Street, Mount Dora. Cost is $28 per person. Space is limited and reservations are required. Call 352.383.4101. www.lakeside-inn.com. MISS LEESBURG SCHOLARSHIP SCRAMBLE GOLF TOURNATMENT (APRIL 14) The eighth annual Miss Leesburg Scholarship Scramble fundraiser will be held at Harbor Hills Country Club. Registration begins at 7a.m. with a shotgun start at 8:15a.m. $75 registration fee includes lunch, awards, prizes, and raffles throughout the day. For more information or to register a team, contact Linda Watts at 352.326.4217. THE MAGIC OF ROBERT SMITH (April 15) The Lakeside Inn is pleased to present Robert Smith’s (www. RobertSmithPresents.com) acclaimed and amusing-for-all ages magic show for the second year. Cost: Free. Time:4p.m. 100 N. Alexander Street, Mount Dora. Call 352.383.4101 or visit www.lakeside-inn. com for more details. AMPUTEE SUPPORT GROUP “W.A.L.K” (April 23) Waterman Amputee & Limb Loss Konnections (W.A.L.K.) is a support group for amputees and people with limb loss. Our mission is to empower all amputees and people with limb loss to live quality lives, achieve active lifestyles, and continue to be productive members of society. Held the fourth Monday of each month (except December), 6–7:00p.m. at the Florida Hospital Waterman Garden Conference Room B. Refreshments provided. Call for topic of the month or more information: Tracey Estok, 352.253.3892. EARTH DAY CELEBRATION (April 28) The Clermont Downtown Partnership and the City of Clermont are

sponsoring the sixth Annual Downtown Clermont Earth Day Celebration held on Montrose Street in historic Downtown Clermont. Crown Shredding will offer free document shredding to the general public and the business community at the corner of 7th street and Montrose with no limit to the amount of documentation. Enjoy chalk art work from artists of all ages competing for prizes, the popular tree and plant sale, Earth Day vendors, entertainment, and more. This will be a great day of fun with family and friends. 9a.m.–2p.m. www.clermontdowntownpartnership.com. WHERE ART MEETS STATE-OFTHE-ART (May 4) Join Dr. Richard Bosshardt and Dr. Peter Marzek for an open discussion exploring options to help rejuvenate and enhance your natural beauty using state-of-the-art procedures that will result in a beautiful, natural look that makes you feel more confident about yourself. Brunch with the doctors at Katie Belle’s in Spanish Springs Town Square, The Villages from 9:30–11:00am. For more information, contact Amy Jensen at Bosshardt and Marzek Plastic Surgery Associates, Tavares. Participants are eligible for complimentary consults and reduced fees for cosmetic procedures, but space is limited, call Amy 352.742.0336. CELEBRATION OF LIFE GALA/ STARSHIP CONCERT (May 6) Join the celebration for a wonderful evening of dining and music. Following dinner there will be a concert by Starship featuring Mickey Thomas. Black tie optional. All proceeds directly support the Florida Hospital Waterman Heart Center for comprehensive treatment of heart disease. Mission Inn Resort and Club, 10400 CR 48, Howey-inthe-Hills. VIP Reception at 4p.m. Doors open for silent auction at 4:30p.m. Dinner, recognition, and live auction at 5p.m. For more information and ticket prices call 352.253.3270, email FHW.

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MUSIC & THEATER BLITHE SPIRIT (April 1) Novelist Charles Condomine invites Madam Arcat, to his house for a séance, hoping to find material for his next book. Instead he is haunted by his annoying and temperamental first wife, Elvira, who continually makes attempts to ruin Charles’s second marriage. Moonlight Players Warehouse Theatre, 732 B West Montrose Street, Clermont. For ticket information and show times, contact the theatre at 352.243.5875. GREASE (April 1, 6, and 7) Grease is a 1971 musical by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey. The show is named for the 1950s United States working-class youth subculture known as “greasers.” The musical, set in 1959 at fictional Rydell High School, follows 10 workingclass teenagers as they navigate the complexities of love, cars, and drive-ins. Melon Patch Players, 311 N. 13th Street, Leesburg. For ticket information and show times, call 352.787.3013. THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES (April 7 and 8) It’s a pop musical/comedy bursting with songs from the ‘50s and ‘60s. Set at the 1958 Springfield High prom, Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy have hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts. Written by Roger Bean, with songs by various composers. Extra show: Saturday, April 7 at 2p.m. IceHouse Theatre, 1100 N. Unser Street, Mount Dora. For tickets and information, call 352.383.3133, email jean@icehousetheatre.com, or visit www. icehousetheatre.com. GODSPELL (April 20) One of the biggest off-Broadway and Broadway successes of all time, Godspell is based on the Gospel

according to Saint Matthew, and features a sparkling score by Stephen Schwartz. Come enjoy this groundbreaking and unique reflection on the life of Jesus, with a message of kindness, tolerance, and love. Moonlight Players Warehouse Theatre, 732 B West Montrose Street, Clermont. For ticket information and show times, contact the theatre at 352.243.5875 POWER OF PRAISE (April 31) Make it a family day! Join us for the 2012 Power of Praise Concert. Enjoy six live praise and worship bands, vendors, food, and children’s activities! Tickets are only $5 per person. Noon–6p.m. Highlander Hut/City of Clermont Pavilion by Lake Minneola at 330 Third St. Clermont. For more information, call 352.404.6946.

MUSEUMS & EXHIBITS “NATURES MOODS” BY KATAYOUN STEWART (April 13) Katayoun Stewart is a Persian-American artist born in Tehran, Iran. During her early teens following the Iranian-Islamic Revolution of 1979, Katayoun, was encouraged to use her drawing and painting skills to create several large wall murals of soldiers, tanks, and war stories. For a teenager, the militaristic subject matter was disturbing; however, Katayoun chose to turn it into a positive educational experience, focusing strongly and methodically on the human form. In 1993 after several years working as a self-taught artist, she decided to pursue a formal art education. During her studies at Tehran’s Alzahra University of Art she was introduced to a much larger art world. Opening reception 6–8p.m. Exhibit open through June 9. Mount Dora Center for the Arts Gallery, 138 E. 5th Avenue. For more information, call Beth at 352.383.0880 or visit www. mountdoracenterforthearts.org.

ONGOING EVENTS AMPUTEE SUPPORT GROUP “W.A.L.K” (FOURTH MONDAY) Waterman Amputee & Limb Loss Konnections (W.A.L.K.) is a support group for amputees and people with limb loss. Our mission is to empower all amputees and people with limb loss to live quality lives, achieve active lifestyles, and continue to be productive members of society. Held the fourth Monday of each month (except December), 6–7:00p.m. at the Florida Hospital Waterman Garden Conference Room B. Refreshments provided. Call for topic of the month or more information: Tracey Estok, 352.253.3892. THE IN FOCUS PHOTO CLUB (FIRST AND THIRD THURSDAYS) Interested in Photography? Join the In Focus Photo Club! IFPC welcomes photo buffs of every skill level to join a small, active club providing members with educational and social experiences. We have informal meetings with programs, special events, image critiques, field trips, and more. Family and individual memberships include a diversity of experiences, from beginner to fully-employed professional photographers. We meet at 6:30p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church in Eustis, 2727 S. Grove Street. Check us out at infocusphotclub.com. OPEN POETRY AND PROSE AT OLIVIA’S (EVERY TUESDAY) The Poetry Night has proven to be such a successful gathering that it is being continued by popular demand! Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, wine, beer, coffees and teas and choose from a casual, affordable menu. Join the crowd at Olivia’s Coffeehouse & Bistro, 113 N. Bay Street, Eustis. 7–9p.m. For more information, call 352.357.1887 or visit OliviasCoffeehouse.com.

Bark” at Mt. Dora Sushi to pick up your map then head out on to the “waggin trail” to discover great places in Mount Dora to spend time with your pup. Get stamped at different monthly pet friendly locations then return with your card to be entered to win some fabulous prizes! Free. Mt. Dora Sushi, 124 E 3rd Ave., Mt. Dora. 11a.m.– 3p.m. For more information call Janet at 352.217.8390. SUMTER BLIND/VIP SUPPORT GROUP (SECOND MONDAYS) The Sumter Blind/Visually Impaired Person (VIP) Support Group will meet at 11:30a.m. on the second Monday of the month. The meetings take place at the Coffee House Restaurant, located at County Road 466A and Highway 301 in Wildwood, and are open to all blind or visually impaired individuals, caregivers and other interested parties. Guests must register by the Friday before each meeting to reserve a seat. 352.435.5040. WILDWOOD WOMEN’S CLUB (FOURTH MONDAYS) September through May, the Wildwood Women’s Club meets on the fourth Monday of the month for a light dinner and discussion of fundraisers and other planned activities. Any woman interested in joining the club is encouraged to contact the club for meeting locations. There is no charge to attend. 352.457.4936. LWV OF THE VILLAGES/ TRI-COUNTY AREA (FOURTH MONDAYS) League of Women Voters members and guests meet on the fourth Monday of the month from September to May. Guest speakers from the tri-county area attend to address important community issues. The League is nonpartisan, and membership is open to women and men 18 years and older. There is no charge to attend. 352.750.1366.

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FOR A BRIEF MOMENT, silence fills the air and the water is calm. Then chaos ensues. Drums begin pounding, the crew erupts in highpitched shouts, and water sprays everywhere as men and women furiously paddle and pull through the water. Surging across the lake are 43-foot fiberglass dragon boats meticulously carved and crafted to resemble the mythical creature. The synchronized motion of 20 paddlers propels the boat forward, while hundreds of screaming fans standing ashore enthusiastically cheer the teams to victory. Welcome to the unique, fun-filled world of dragon boat racing, a sport that originated in China 2,000 years ago and has enjoyed increasing worldwide popularity in the past decade. Here’s your chance to see what all the excitement is about.

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The Rotary Club of Tavares is hosting the 10th annual Central Florida Dragon Boat Festival on April 13–14 at Wooton Park in Tavares. Of the 32 teams, some come from as far away as Canada to compete. Other teams consist of locals who live in retirement communities or work for area law enforcement agencies, city governments, businesses, and organizations. “The teams typically begin practicing three months before the competition; therefore, this sport is a great way to get in shape,” says Dee Johns, president of the Rotary Club of Tavares. “One of the teams is comprised solely of breast cancer survivors, so dragon boat racing helps them tone up areas of their bodies that were affected by cancer and surgery. The sport also serves as a popular

team-building experience for employees who work together on a daily basis.” The races, which involve eight heats and are 500-meters long, consist of 20 paddlers who sit two abreast. Another team member, called a steer person, stands at the back to successfully maneuver the vessel. At the front of the boat is a drummer who yells instructions to the team and pounds a drum to maintain the rhythmic beat of each paddle. And therein lies the key. In dragon boat racing, precision trumps power. “This sport is not about brute strength; it’s about how well a group of people can paddle and pull in unison and work together as a team,” says Colleen McGinley, executive director of the Tavares Chamber of Commerce and president-elect of the Rotary Club of Tavares. “Timing is extremely important, and that’s precisely why this is such a great teambuilding exercise.” Each dragon boat costs approximately $7,000 and is decorated to look like a dragon — featuring a dragon’s head at the bow, long tail at the stern, and scales painted along the sides. CULTIVATING CULTURE While watching teams grunt and sweat to reach the finish line is quite entertaining, the Central Florida Dragon Boat Festival encompasses more than racing. It also presents an opportunity for attendees to engage in Asian culture and spirit. On Friday, the “Awakening of the Dragon” ceremony will be held at 6p.m. Ray Mou, director general of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Miami, will dot the eyes of the dragon’s head on each boat. This ancient Chinese tradition is meant to awake

the sleeping dragon for fierce competition, equip crew members with the strength of the dragon, and also bless and cleanse the area for competitors and spectators. The ceremony will be followed with a dazzling fireworks display over Lake Dora. In addition to racing, Saturday’s events will include an egg roll eating contest. The egg rolls are provided by Paul Lao, owner of Lucy Ho’s in Leesburg. Among the prominent entertainers are the Dragon Legend Acrobats, who perform age-old Chinese acrobatics such as diving through hoops, spinning carpets on their feet, forming human pyramids, and contorting their bodies in different shapes and sizes. This acrobatic troupe has performed at Epcot Center since 1986 and was trained at the Pu Yang Academy of Acrobats in China. Also performing on Saturday are the highpowered Tampa Taiko drummers. According to their website, this group of traditional Japanese drummers “has developed a dynamic fusion of old and new styles of drumming, bringing a contemporary vibrance to an ancient martial art form.” “This event is a festival that blends dragon boat racing with cultural entertainment, and I think that is what makes it unique,” McGinley says. “Additionally, we are involving the entire community and want everyone to be part of this exciting event, regardless of whether you are racing or not.” The Rotary Club of Tavares, which was formed in 1972, uses part of the proceeds to provide scholarships to students attending Tavares High School and Liberty Christian Academy. For more information, contact Colleen McGinley at 352.343.2531 or visit www.cfdragonboat.org.

“This sport is about how well a group of people can paddle and pull in unison and work together as a team.” —Colleen McGinley

Forr mo Fo more oree inf nfor orma or mati ma tion ti on n Please visit the 10th annual Central Florida Dragon Boat Festival at www.cfdragonboat.org.

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In the last decade, a new cultural phenomenon — barn quilts — has spread across rural America. Barn quilts? Those two words don’t seem to go together. When one Wisconsin farmer heard that his area, Green County, 45 miles southwest of Madison, was planning to display barn quilts, he asked a neighbor, “How in the world are they going to keep ’em dry on the outside of a barn?” Rain and snow are no problem; however, because these “quilts” are quilting patterns painted on 8-foot plywood squares and mounted on the side of farm buildings. Green County now has 109 barn quilts, all created since 2008 and all mapped in the Green County Visitors Guide (www. greencountybarnquilts.com). Tourists come from all parts of the United States to drive the roads in search of quilts. Barn quilts add an element of surprise to the rural landscape. When I traveled to Monroe, Wisconsin, the center of Green County, to see this phenomenon, I drove down a road flanked by cornfields and pastures. Suddenly there was a quilt square, visible just over the tassels of corn! Attached to a shed was a star pattern in red, green and yellow. I pulled to the side of the road and stared in wonder. The Visitors Guide said that it was called “Oliver Wheel.” The lure was cast. I took the bait. I had to find more. Thus my daylong adventure began. I wondered how many of the 109 quilts could I find. I charted my course and hunted. Since each quilt square and each farm is unique, every sighting brought a singular pleasure. I explored country roads, took photos, and talked to the people I met. I soon learned the etiquette of hunting for barn quilts. Off the highways, I could pull over to the side of the road to get a good view. I could drive into the farmyard, park, and take photos. The

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farm family often came out to talk. They wanted to know about my life and were happy to talk about theirs. They set the hunt’s pace, which was leisurely — and the hunt’s tone, which was warm. Some farm families, I discovered, select a design that celebrates their history. At one stop I met Bob and Nancy Faith, owners of a milk trucking business, who had the pattern “Farmer’s Daughter” on their building. They shared the story of their quilt. Both of them grew up on area dairy farms. When Nancy was 10, her father hired Bob, then 14, as the “hired man.” Eventually he became “the boy of the family.” Years later the fathers of both Bob and Nancy tried to play matchmaker; the young people feigned disinterest. “But,” Nancy says, “after I went to college, I really missed Bob. When I came home for winter break, my parents were gone for a few days. Bob was doing the milking. A friend persuaded Bob to ask me out on a double date. We went out, and that was it! After my parents came back, my dad said, ‘Well, I’ll be. I’m gone for a few days and look what happens.’” A few years ago the Faiths saw a pattern called “Farmer’s Daughter” in a quilt book and decided it was meant for them. Bob, after all, had married the farmer’s daughter. I learned more “quilt stories” from Kris Winkler and Lynn Lokken, both of Monroe, who started the Green County Barn Quilt project and are now its leaders. The barn quilt named “Summer Sunday” was born when the farmer’s wife found a tiny picture of a quilt square. Using a magnifying glass, she discovered that it used 10 different colors in its 16-point star. Undeterred, she enlarged the square and decided to use it as their barn quilt. The square, however, had no name. Its name eventually came from the family’s tradition of Sunday as their “family day.” Their daughter says, “Summer Sundays are the best day of the week.” The quilt square found its name. “Swiss Star” is on the barn of the choir director of the Swiss Singers, a choral group in the area. It recognizes the many people of Swiss heritage in Green County. On another farm, the house is surrounded by flower gardens. The owners wanted a barn quilt that echoed the petals of a flower. They decided on “Rainbow Blossom,” a whirl of petal shapes spread like a color wheel. In other quilts, colors are significant. “Oliver Wheel” is on a shed owned by a carpenter who collects antique Oliver tractors. He took a green paint chip from the tractor and used that exact shade of green on his barn quilt. Winkler works with families who want to display a quilt on their farms. Together they look

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for a pattern that appeals to the family. After the pattern is chosen, it is transferred to an eight-foot by eight-foot square of ¾-inch exterior plywood. The family, school groups, and organizations all help do the painting. All sides and edges of the plywood are primed twice. Then the quilt design gets four coats of each paint color. After it is dry, a crane raises the square, and workers attach it to the barn. Green County was the first in Wisconsin to have barn quilts. The project began in 2008 with grant money for a few barn quilts. Forty families applied. The project’s goal was to honor agriculture and the art of quilting as well as to promote tourism and economic growth in the area. Lokken says, “I never dreamt that in just a few years we’d have over 100 quilts and that people from all over the U.S. would come to visit us. I’d have been happy with three quilts! But now you can drive anywhere in Green County and see a barn quilt.” Look for barn quilts in your travels. The movement has grown exponentially from the first quilt put up in 2001 in Ohio by Donna Sue Groves. Today the National Quilt Barn Trail includes multiple counties in 28 states plus 2 provinces, a clothesline of quilts across the country. Join the adventure. Hunt for barn quilts!

“I never dreamt that in just a few years we’d have over 100 quilts and that people from all over to U.S. would come to visit us.” — Lynn Lokken

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