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for approximately eight hours. At the end of the procedure you will return to the office and the data recorder is removed so that images of your small bowel can be put on a computer screen for physician review. Most patients consider the test comfortable. After ingesting the capsule and until it is excreted you should not be near an MRI device or schedule an MRI examination. What happens after capsule endoscopy? You will be able to drink clear liquids after two hours and eat a light meal after four hours following the capsule ingestion, unless your doctor instructs you otherwise. You will have to avoid vigorous physical activity such as running or jumping during the study. References American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) http:// www.asge.org/patients/patients.aspx?id=390 (Accessed on May 14, 2013)

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THE HOT LIST We are elated to introduce the winners of our 2013 Hot List. Thanks to the participation of the thousands who took time to vote, you will learn about the hottest people, places, and events that Lake and Sumter counties have to offer.

CITY SERIES: WILDWOOD Last month, we explored the touristy, New England-style town of Mount Dora. This month, we do an about-face and introduce you to Wildwood, one of those special places where small-town values are alive and well and where everybody waves and knows your name. STORY: MARY ANN DESANTIS

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SUCCESSFUL COUPLES Can couples enjoy successful marriages while maintaining thriving careers? You betcha! We are spotlighting numerous couples throughout Lake and Sumter who do just that.

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THEHOTLIST WINNERS The results of our reader survey. Did your favorites make the cut?

WILDWOOD For the latest installment in our City Series, we explore Florida’s Transportation City

On the cover DIRECTION: JAMIE EZRA MARK PHOTOGRAPHY: FRED LOPEZ PHOTOSHOP: JOSH CLARK MODEL: ADRIANNA ALEXIE MOSS HAIR & MAKEUP: JANI BAZE FROM DIMENSIONS HAIR STUDIO CLOTHING: PROVIDED BY BELK IN THE VILLAGES

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23 FIRST THINGS FIRST 24 #TRENDING Want to know what’s going on in Lake and Sumter counties? We’re shinning the community spotlight on the people and places making waves locally. 28 PERSON OF INTEREST There is more to Carey Baker than just determining property values and granting exemptions. Learn more about Lake County’s property appraiser as we get the inside scope on this charismatic local.

80 THE TO-DO LIST Find out what’s happening locally this month. We have everything from grape stomping in Clermont to a high performance truck and tractor show at the fairgrounds. 84 HI, SOCIETY! This month, Style captures all the action at Lakeridge Winery’s Summer Music Series, The Villages Singles Club block party, Leesburg Partnership’s Food Truck N’ Flick Night, and the Ride Across USA fundraiser.

30 OUTSTANDING STUDENT Mount Dora High School sophomore Gavin Casey’s list of exceptional achievements make him someone to watch inside and outside the classroom.

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94 SOCIAL SPOTLIGHT Midsummers Night of Romance promises to be an amazing evening event of entertainment with a supper club theme from the 1950s. Lori Bajares, who organizes the event, shares why this event means so much to her. 96 OUT+ABOUT This year marks the 500-year anniversary of St. Augustine, the oldest continually occupied European settlement in the U.S. Mary Ann DeSantis, Shemir Wiles, and Tina Morrison share their unique perspectives on the best things to see and do in this historic Florida city.

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106 IN THE KITCHEN Summertime in Florida means it’s seafood season. The low-country boil is a great way to gather friends and family for an outdoor extravaganza. Or grab some snorkel gear and hit the Nature Coast because it’s scallop season. 110 SALUTE Oenophiles, lend us your ears. Cellaring wine underwater may be the newest, hottest trend to look out for as it reaches the United States. 112 RESTAURANT REVIEW If you are looking to satisfy a hankering for a good slice of pizza, visit PizzAmore in Mount Dora. With a cozy atmosphere and strong attention to quality, go there not just because you’re hungry, go there “because you love pizza.”

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ON LOCATION AT AKERS MEDIA GROUP Temperatures are on the rise at Akers as we prepare for our annual Hot Issue. Get an inside peek at what it takes to put together one of our most anticipated issues of the year.

IN THE KITCHEN Few things say “summertime in the South” like a low country boil. Join “Style TV” with In the Kitchen correspondent Alyson Rogers as she learns to make this traditional recipe with local expert Gregg Dudley.

BON APPÉTIT A mainstay in the historic town of Mount Dora, PizzAmore has developed a loyal following with its patrons. Bon Appetit correspondent Jana Wheeler takes a tour of this local pizzeria to show what makes it stand out above the rest.

CITY SERIES You won’t find mountains anywhere close to Central Florida. But did you know early Florida settlers thought that one Florida town actually sat on a mountain top? City correspondent Nikko Tan takes a look at all the sights and sounds of Lake County’s very own Mount Dora.

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SOCIAL STYLE Lace up your dancing shoes. Social correspondent Tina Morrison will be showing us all the greatest highlights from the annual Stepping out for Education event, a ballroom-dance competition that raises funds for the Educational Foundation of Lake County.

HEALTHY LIVING Local diet and nutrition expert Lori Esarey, ARNP, CFT discusses part one of a three part series on eating the right food in the right amount at the right time.

THIS MONTH’S SPONSOR: This month, “Style TV” goes behind-the-scenes at Ocala Eye in the Villages, a beautiful full-service eye care facility located in Laurel Manor. Meet some of the doctors who are changing lives and see the modern technology that makes it all possible.

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NEW LOOK, SAME GREAT MAGAZINE We have embraced a bolder, brighter, and more engaging look that is designed to catch your eye and pique your interest.

August is a hot month, and not just because the temperatures are rising. It’s hot because Lake and Sumter counties have a magazine with a hot new look. Over the past couple of years, you may have noticed gradual changes being made to Style. The reason is we have wanted Style to evolve by getting more involved in the communities it serves. You have seen the introduction of the Businessmen and Businesswomen of Style, ExtraOrdinary People, more community news, and even more social event photos. This slow transformation was to allow our readers to see we are the same great magazine you love, but we are also aware of the need for improvements. And we believe the improvements have been noticed. A recent readership audit showed us that Lake and Sumter residents are engaged with Style. We were extremely surprised to discover that our readership numbers doubled over last year’s, and from the bottom of my heart, thank you for that. Overjoyed by these results, our team became even more motivated to provide you an even better magazine. We wanted to provide this community with a magazine that truly represents the best this area has to offer and highlight the amazing people, places, and events that make it an extraordinary place to live. With that said, I would like to introduce you to the new Style. Just by looking at the cover, you can instantly notice we have embraced a bolder, brighter, and more engaging look that is designed to catch your eye and pique your interest. As you turn the pages, you will see that not only have we carried this look all throughout the magazine, but we are also bringing you new local content with the addition of our Person of Interest and Outstanding Student profiles. You will also notice this new icon . We have added it to the features that you will see come to life on the new “Style TV,” which will premier August 1st on our Style website, YouTube, Comcast, and Bright House Networks. I hope you enjoy all of the new changes, and please, let us know what you think. We love to hear your feedback. Until nextt mont month,

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CHEERS TO STYLE I’m dancing for joy after reading your Style article on Finger Lakes Wine. I congratulate everyone for finally discovering (thanks to your article) the fantastic Rieslings that are coming out of the Finger Lakes area of New York. Growing up in that area, I have had the pleasure of enjoying these wines for many years. When I moved to Florida in 2010, I would attempt to let wine retailers know they are missing opportunities in these wines. The blank stare and ignorant comment of “Finger What?” led me to have my Rieslings shipped directly from the Finger Lakes wineries. When I lift my glass tonight, I will toast you. Please keep discovering what is coming out of this region of New York. It sure would be nice to walk in to my local Publix and see Dr. Frank.

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SWING August is National Golf Month. Why not celebrate by playing a round of 18 holes on one of the area’s picturesque, challenging golf courses? Here are five courses designed to impress both novice and seasoned golfers alike.

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CONTINENTAL COUNTRY CLUB PAR 72 (MEN) PAR 73 (WOMEN) This course was designed by Ron Garl, who was named Golf Designer of the Year by the International Network of Golf. Golfers will notice numerous oak trees throughout the course. Therefore, course management is more important than hitting the ball far. Fortunately, there are not many sand traps. FOR INFORMATION: CALL 352.748.3293

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BLACK BEAR GOLF CLUB PAR 72 (MEN AND WOMEN) BUSINESS BRIEF

A BANK’S ASSET Catherine C. Warren was awarded the Certified Trust and Financial Advisor (CTFA) designation from the Institute of Certified Bankers (ICB). She is a trust officer with First National Bank of Mount Dora. This certification is awarded to individuals who demonstrate excellence in the fields of wealth management and trust activities, financial planning, tax law and planning, investment management, and ethics. “We are pleased and proud to have Cathy on our team and to see her consistently excel in this industry,” says Ed Brooks, executive vice president and trust officer of First National Bank of Mount Dora. “She is a true asset to First National and to every client whom she assists.” A native of Lake County, Cathy is a graduate of the Florida Trust School, the Cannon Financial Institute Trust School, and Lake-Sumter State College. She has worked in the banking and financial services industry for more than 25 years and is a member of the Mid-Florida Estate Planning Council and the North Lake Business and Profession Women.

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Black Bear is unique because it is a links-style course. That means the course is wide-open and unlike many courses in Florida, you will not find many tree-lined fairways or water holes. However, the course does include rolling hills, undulated greens, and more than 120 bunkers.

FOR INFORMATION: CALL 352.357.4732

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HARBOR HILLS COUNTRY CLUB PAR 72 (MEN AND WOMEN) The greens make this course unique. They are undulated with lots of slopes, which creates tough putting situations. But with the peaceful, rural setting and the gentle, rolling hills, you may feel as though you’re playing golf in the Carolinas or North Georgia. FOR

INFORMATION: CALL 352.753.7711 HOWEY-IN-THE-HILLS

EL CAMPEON GOLF COURSE PAR 72 (MEN) PAR 73 (WOMEN) This course features 85 feet of elevation changes. When you play El Campeon, you go uphill, then downhill, and then back up. Thirteen out of 18 holes have water in play. The course also features two peninsula greens and one island green. FOR INFORMATION: CALL 352.324.2024

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BELLA COLLINA PAR 72 (MEN AND WOMEN) The course features six sets of tees at each hole, meaning golfers can play as short as 5,500 yards or as long as 7,600 yards. Elevation changes are seen throughout the course, and golfers will have to face uphill, downhill, and side hill lies.

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percent of U.S. adults prefer ranch dressing with their wings versus only about 35 percent who fancy bleu cheese.

To celebrate five years of great wings and family fun, Cousin Vinnie’s Family Sports Restaurant is throwing a five-year anniversary party August 10th. There will be food specials all day and night, live entertainment featuring the band Shakedown, giveaways, fun contests, free gifts, and much, much more! Tickets are on sale now for VIP access, which gets you right in front of the band, your own bar, easy access to the restrooms, front stage seating for two hilarious contests, and a special performance from magician Kyle Higginbotham. For $30, recipients will receive a $10 food voucher, two pitchers of domestic beer, and a VIP wristband. For $20, you will receive a $10 food voucher, unlimited soft drinks, and a VIP wristband. VIP wristbands will be sold for $7 the day of the event. For more information, call 352.253.2442.

JOSH TAKES ON: AN ADMITTEDLY ASKEW POINT-OF-VIEW FROM THE MIND OF ILLUSTRATOR JOSH CLARK

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FOR INFORMATION: CALL 407.469.4961 DID YOU KNOW? Built in 1917, El Campeon is the third-oldest golf course in Florida. It has been ranked by Golf Digest as one of the Best Places to Play in North America. In 2003, Zagat ranked El Campeon as one of America’s Top Golf Courses.

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JAMIE MARK’S AUGUST LEADER IN EDUCATION

SHINING A LIGHT ON

SUCCESS Beacon College stays ahead of the pack.

ACHIEVEMENT

Emily speaks up Some people are terrified by public speaking. Emily Leto relishes it. That was evident at the National Junior Beta convention in Mobile, Ala., where she competed in a public speaking contest against 30 other state finalists. The seventh-grade student of Christian Home and Bible School finished in third place with her speech “The Heart of Beta.” In December, Emily finished in first place at the state competition, which qualified her to compete in the national competition. In 2012, she competed in the Florida 4H Tropicana Public Speaking Contest, winning first place at both the county-level competition and district-level competition.

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In a list released in June by the ValuePenguin online database service, Beacon ranked sixth out of Florida’s best value colleges. Only larger public universities such as the University of Florida, Florida State University, and the University of Central Florida bested Beacon, an accomplishment that indeed pays testament to Beacon’s continued achievements as the nation’s only accredited four-year college exclusively for students with specific learning disabilities and ADHD.

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1 // THE CLERMONT ZOO “Swamp Brothers” Robbie and Stephen Keszey want to build a zoo in Clermont. Wonder which side of the bars they will be on? 2 // VILLAGER’S MODIFYING GOLF CARTS TO GO SLOWER And in a related story, they’re trying to modify Viagra to work faster. 3 // THE ROYAL BABY, GEORGE Personally, I would have gone with Ringo. 4 // FLORIDA’S SALES TAX HOLIDAY Now if I can just figure out how to pass a new Playstation off as a school supply. 5 // GROVELAND POLICE CHIEF RESIGNS AFTER JUST SEVEN MONTHS Maybe he thought it would be more like Legoland? 6 // MONOPOLY IS GETTING RID OF JAIL My get out of jail FREE card just plummeted in value. 7 // GEORGE H.W. BUSH SHAVES HEAD Now if only we can get the Duck Dynasty guys to follow his lead. 8 // COMIC-CON Celebrity panels, movie announcements, T.V. show premieres, elaborate costumes, and occasionally… comics. 9 // ANTHONY WEINER SEXTING To be fair, he never did it while driving. 10 // PUBLIC SCHOOLS GET NEW STANDARDS I’d feel better if they said “higher” instead of “new”.

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ABOVE+BEYOND Hard work always pays off, and on May 23rd, the Alee Academy in Eustis held a special Student Award and Business Partner Appreciation Banquet at Lake Receptions to recognize students who had recently completed the school’s work-learning program. The Alee Academy is a progressive, alternative charter school for at-risk youth, and its work program helps students to learn job skills that will prove useful in the real world. Students participate in internships at various local businesses, including the Lake County Sheriff’s Office, Florida Hospital Waterman, Vann Gannaway Chevrolet, Walgreens, Somerset Retirement Center, Waterman Village, and Mount Dora Head Start. At the event, seven students — Dominique Biraimah, Telvin Blunt, Jakia Fluitt, Jeremy Jones, Arturo Miranda, Zanyadah Richardson, and Tiffany Taylor — were recognized with Above and Beyond Awards for working more credit hours than expected. Blunt, Fluitt, Jones, Richardson, and Taylor also received Presidential Awards for additional hours worked at nonprofit organizations.

ALLISON KREIGER, DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

INSPIRATION

OVERCOMING ADDICTION Allison Kreiger and Mitchell Baumann have struggled with addiction. Kreiger, who grew up in Orlando, endured a nasty three-year battle with bulimia and anorexia that nearly destroyed her life. She overcame these diseases by compiling a team of physicians that included a psychologist, psychiatrist, nutritionist, and family doctor. In 2006, she won the title of Miss Florida. Baumann, a native of south Florida, was a successful se-

nior executive in the banking and finance industry. However, he developed an addiction to alcohol and cocaine, eventually becoming homeless. He spent nine months recovering in a rehabilitation facility. Now, Kreiger and Baumann have teamed up and are dedicating their lives to helping others overcome addiction. In June, they opened Recovery Village, a full-service treatment facility for people who struggle with substance abuse, mental

health problems, and eating disorders. The 67,000-squarefoot facility, which is located in Umatilla, features 30 detoxification beds, 60 rehabilitation beds, a recreation and exercise facility, yoga and meditation rooms, indoor and outdoor pools, and saunas. The center also includes private residential rooms with flat-screen television sets and offers patients anonymous pickup services 24 hours a day. “Umatilla is a perfect site because it’s away from metropolitan areas, which makes it harder for patients to fall back into destructive routines, yet it is easily accessible for local and out-of-state patients,” Baumann says.

A facility like this is the key to success for individuals who are suffering from addiction, alcoholism, and eating disorders. The idea is that in closing the door to your past, you can open brighter doors to your future, and Recovery Village makes that possible. The first step is walking through those doors. By seeing it through and staying until the end, these patients are showing that they can change and want the help in doing so.”

— DANIEL WEBSTER 10th district Florida Congressman

million people of all ages and genders suffer from an eating disorder in the United States. SOURCE: NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF ANOREXIA NERVOSA AND ASSOCIATED DISORDERS, INC.

TURNING A NEW PAGE IN LIFE They say that life’s struggles help us become stronger people. That is certainly the case for Sharon Sutton. She was diagnosed with inoperable cancer in 1984 and was told she had 30 days to live. Although she survived, the

cancer treatments damaged her peripheral nerves, and today, she is a homebound paraplegic. She also lost her husband, Lowell. Rather than wallow in self-pity, the 70-year-old Groveland resident has used those hardships in life to strengthen her faith in God, and as a result, her heart is full of hope and joy. That comes through loud and clear in her 119-page book, “He Cares: A Journey Through Grief,” which was self-published in January 2013. The book is a collection of poems written by Sharon to help her cope with various

obstacles throughout her life. “This book is intended for anyone who has experienced some kind of loss, whether it’s loss of a loved one, loss of health, loss of a home, or whatever else,” she says. “I have an older widow friend who recently lost her beloved pet. She said my book has helped her cope.” Five days after losing her husband in August 2002, a grieving Sharon felt a strong desire to write poems. Within two hours, she had completed 18 poems. “When I did this, I felt like I could breathe again. It helped relieve the shock and grief of losing my

husband. I ended up storing them in a memory box.” Years later, a friend purchased a computer for Sharon. She would periodically write poems whenever she felt sad and saved them on her computer. Realizing that others may connect with her experiences and her strong faith, friends urged Sharon to begin sharing her poetry. Around this time, she located an old letter from her deceased mother that read, “Remember, your gift is to write.” To Sharon, this was a sign from above. She focused her efforts on writing a book and retrieved

the poems she wrote shortly after her husband’s death so she could include them. “I want people to know that no matter what their situation is, God is there for them,” she says. “Becoming an author is so surreal. Yet, when people need help I can give them my book and it becomes real again.” Today, friends, church members, and caregivers from various agencies help Sharon with everyday tasks. “God brings wonderful people into my life all the time. I call it a concert of love and a concert of care.”

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trained for war against the Soviet Union. Like us, Russia had an arsenal of planes, tanks, and advanced weaponry. In Iraq, we fought against an enemy without uniforms who immersed themselves among the general population and hid in mosques. Fighting against this kind of enemy took a great adjustment on the part of the U.S. military. WORST ADVICE: “Carey, don’t run for office. Your gun shop background will kill you.” In reality, I’ve never lost an election. I served as a state representative from 2000 to 2004 and as a state senator from 2004 to 2010. In 2012, the people of Lake County elected me as property appraiser of Lake County. FUTURE HOME VALUE PROJECTION: I foresee a modest increase in home values. We have bottomed out economically, so it is not going to get any worse. LAST BOOK: Death in the Dark Continent by Peter Hathaway Capstick. It was particularly interesting because I just returned home from a hunting trip in South Africa. FAVORITE JUNK FOOD: My wife’s cupcakes. DESIRED TOMBSTONE INSCRIPTION: “He loved his Lord. He loved his family. He loved his country.”

CAREYBAKER VITAL STATS AGE: 50 HOMETOWN: Eustis INTERESTING FACT: In 2003 while a member of the Florida House of Representatives, Baker was deployed to Iraq as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom. He was the first state or federal elected official to serve in Operation Iraqi Freedom while holding office. OUTSIDE POLITICS: Co-owns the A.W. Peterson Gun Shop in Mt. Dora, the oldest-continuously operating gun shop in the U.S. ALL IN THE FAMILY: Baker’s father Leighton was the first Republican state representative for Lake County.

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GREATEST ACHIEVEMENT: My 32-year career in the Army National Guard. I joined as an 18-year-old high school student and just retired in January 2013. Being in the Army National Guard took me from the jungle of Panama to the desert of Iraq. LESSONS LEARNED IN IRAQ: When I joined the Army National Guard in 1981, we

PET PEEVE: I have none. If I overlook minor flaws in other people, then hopefully they’ll overlook my minor flaws. WORST SCHOOL GRADE: I made a D in algebra during high school. However, I turned around and made A’s in my two algebra classes at Lake-Sumter State College. NOBODY KNOWS: I read nearly 20 history books each year. I love history. When I’m driving, I often listen to audiotapes. BRUSH WITH FAME: In 2004, I introduced George W. Bush at his campaign stop in The Villages.

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I’VE NEVER had a Facebook account. I have Twitter, but I never use it. Although my generation is classified as techies, I want to be the odd one out and show people that we can do more than text. I prefer face-toface interaction because communication isn’t all about what you say; 50 percent is about body and facial expression.

VITAL STATS PRESIDENT’S AWARD: for maintaining a 4.0 GPA from 6–8th grade FIRST MISSION TRIP: Completed during his freshman year of high school COMPETES: on a traveling baseball team AWARDS: Freshman Cadet of the Year in ROTC WON: The Military Order of the World Wars medal RANK: In the top five percent of all cadets in his entire corps (including 9–12th grade)

I LOVE being a good big brother to my sister, Isabella, who is 11. We watch television together, play basketball, and ride bicycles. We don’t have a typical brother-sister relationship. Our family is shocked how well we get along.

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I USED TO BE verbally bullied at school. I fought back as a seventh-grader. It was the first time I ever fought at school and was suspended for three days. I’m happy I took a stand, but I wish I would have done it in a different way. MY SUPERHERO isn’t Superman or Batman; it’s Jesus Christ. I was 14 when I realized He was calling me to follow Him. I’ve never felt such an awesome presence in my life.

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I’M PROUD of my 4.0 grade-point average. I made a 95 or above in all my high school classes. I SPEND FREE TIME playing in a band and listening to music. My favorite worship band is Tenth Avenue North, my favorite country singer is Hunter Hayes, and my favorite rock band is Linkin Park.

MY FUTURE PLANS entail doing youth ministry and missionary work in future countries. As far as college, I want to earn a degree in ministry. Right now, I’m looking at Baylor University and the University of Kentucky.

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I CAN’T WAIT to participate in a mission trip to Atlanta. I am going to reach out to Georgia Tech students by conducting Bible study classes and worship with them. For me, it is so easy to talk about my faith.

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“Men no longer need to suffer from frequent urination because they are getting older,” says Dr. James Young, a down-toearth urologist with thirty-one years of experience in treating men with prostate problems in Lake County. 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 “roto-rooter” 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 thirty 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 1,200 patients with this procedure. “Medtronic is a $13 billiona-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 twenty

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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hotissue Feeling a little hot under the collar? Then put on your shades, grab a glass of ice-cold water, and turn your ceiling fan on high because Style is bringing you our annual Hot Issue. You will undoubtedly sizzle with excitement as you learn about all the hottest trends both locally and nationally.

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HOTFLASHES It’s time to turn up the heat on a topic familiar to middle-aged women — menopause. Even though it is August, those hot flashes you feel may not be a byproduct of these sizzling summer days. Local women talk about their experiences with menopause.

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Snack cake junkies rejoice! Twinkies are back! The cream-filled sponge cake treat and its delectable counterparts have returned to store shelves across the country. It was less than a year ago when a strike and bankruptcy brought the popular snack brand Hostess to its knees. Now Hostess is banking on making “the sweetest comeback in the history of ever.” And while the newer Twinkies are smaller and less calorie-packed than you may remember, the iconic golden goody still has the same recognizable taste.

“I refer to menopause as my private summers. Giving menopause a different name lightens it up and makes it more comfortable for me to deal with.”

women normally have. I feel very guilty when I see women struggling with menopause.”

— Beverly Steele Royal

“I experienced menopause for about six years while I was county commissioner and also operated my real estate business. The trick is not to let anyone know.”

“For me, menopause was a breeze. I remember maybe one hot flash and some mood swings, but the mood swings were no more intense than ones

— Kace Montgomery Eustis

“Menopause is like sitting in front of an oven, opening the door, and feeling the heat rise up through your arms and face. One of the things I remember most is waking up in the middle of the night and having to take a cold shower.” — Doris Turlo The Villages

“Honestly, I never knew I had menopause. Every now and then I would have uncomfortable night sweats, but they were not anything intolerable.” — Barbara Mittermaier Leesburg

— Catherine Hanson Sorrento

GONUTS FOR CRONUTS Two of the most delectable baked goods on the planet (the croissant and the donut) got together and had a love child called the Cronut. This hybrid pastry has sparked a frenzy on the isle of Manhattan as people vie for a taste of this stylish delicacy. The problem is only Soho-based Dominique Ansel Bakery makes these trendy treats and the bakery’s owner/chef, Dominique Ansel, only makes 300 a day, which he sells out of within minutes every morning. Now sought after by those outside of the Empire State, the Cronut’s popularity has spawned a “black market” where these $5 delights have been known to go for as much as $40 each through special scalping services. Plus, bakeries across the world are also trying to get in on the craze by creating knockoffs that try to recreate the magic that is the Cronut. (A “doissant” or a “crullant” anybody?) Therefore, whether you want the real thing from New York or an equally scrumptious copy, one thing is for sure, this food fad looks like it may be here to stay. *Want to try a croissant-like doughnut? Visit Cask & Larder in Winter Park or Piquant, which is located in Hyde Park Village, in Tampa.

HOT PURSUITS We took to the streets to ask you, the people, what you think is sizzling right now.

“‘Sharknado.’ It’s so bad people have to talk about it.”

“Kate Middleton having a baby.” JAIME BACH LEESBURG

ENEIDA RODRIGUEZ, BUSHNELL

“Me!” JEREMY MILLER OCOEE

“Black Sabbath with Ozzy Osbourne coming here the end of July.” TOM WAGGESTAD CLERMONT

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“Zimmerman. Everybody’s been involved in it.” DONNA-LEE GIOIA THE VILLAGES

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FOOD TRUCK FEVER Where else can you bite into a delicious Maine lobster roll, chow down on gator meat on a stick, and stuff your face full of gooey gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches? Nowhere but a food truck event. In the past few years, the food truck trend has exploded as more would-be restaurateurs shun the cost and headache of traditional brick-and-mortar establishments and take their culinary prowess on the road. In Central Florida alone, there are more than 500 registered food trucks. Once thought only to be the love of hipsters and foodies everywhere, food trucks have now become an everyman’s treat since more and more cities are embracing this curbside dining movement. But realize, we’re not talking about your average ice cream truck or hot dog stand. Several trucks are fine dining on wheels, offering up high-end condiments to give

life to basic dishes like tacos, burgers, and yes, grilled cheese sandwiches. “Everywhere I go, people love food trucks,” said Chef Dan Jackson of The Big Cheese during a recent Leesburg’s Truck-n-Flick night. The Big Cheese is an Orlando-based gourmet grilled cheese food truck. “These food truck events have a festival feel to them, and there’s always something different to try. It appeals to everyone.” Plus, not only does the food truck events give chefs a chance to share their creations with the public, local businesses that are open during the event benefit, too. “The events bring out the people, for sure,” said Gary Carney with Shadrach’s Fiery Furnace Travelling Pizza Company, “and that’s good for any business that decides to open its doors while the food trucks are here.”

LEESBURG TRUCK-N-FLICK NIGHTS Location: Leesburg Towne Square, 501 W. Main St. Time: 5–9p.m. Next date: August 10th More information: http://foodtrucknflick.leesburgpartnership.com/

FAMILY FOOD TRUCKS Location: Downtown Clermont Time: 5:30–9p.m. Next date: August 2nd More information: 352.874.9535

THE FOOD TRUCK BAZAAR “Food trucks.” LINDA RICKETSON FRUITLAND PARK

“Despicable Me 2” KYLEE JOBBS LEESBURG

“The Lone Ranger. Ignore the bad reviews and go see it. I really liked it.”

“Racing. I do motocross.” BRADLEY LEACHMAN WILDWOOD

Location: Downtown Mount Dora Time: 5:30–8:30p.m. Next date: August 15th More information: www.mountdora.com/events.php

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THE SETUP: Set in Chicago, a father-daughter duo runs a successful ad agency.

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HEATREPEAT Remember the Lebron James joke that once circulated around the Internet? Why didn’t Lebron attend college? He didn’t want to show up for the finals! Well, Lebron is no doubt having the last laugh now that he has led the Miami Heat to back-to-back titles. His unforgettable, heroic effort in the fourth quarter of Game 6 when Miami made an improbable comeback against San Antonio will be talked about for years. He may want to shell out some money for a larger trophy case. In addition to being named Most Valuable Player in the NBA Finals for two consecutive years, he was also named as the 2004 Rookie of the Year and was the NBA’s Most Valuable Player in 2009, 2010, 2012, and 2013. NOTE TO LEBRON HATERS: His career is sizzling and throwing continued insults his way is definitely not cool.

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LETTING OFF SOME HOT AIR This summer, the George Zimmerman trial has been the focus of news networks, radio shows, and talk shows throughout the country. The verdict is in and has set this nation on fire — literally. Some have set fires in opposition to the jury’s decision. How do people in Lake and Sumter counties feel about the outcome? We posed that question on Facebook and received some interesting responses.

“I think the jury’s decision of not guilty is the correct one. The prosecution did not have enough evidence to prove a guilty verdict. Emotions are not enough to prove someone’s guilt.” — STEVE MORGAN TAVARES

“George Zimmerman was not only tried in court but tried in social media, as well. As for the court, the state and defense both picked the jury. The state couldn’t prove otherwise with the evidence that was presented, and the defense won. Social media and the news will try Zimmerman until eternity.” — JOEY WATERS PAISLEY

I think the prosecution went wrong by going after him with a seconddegree murder charge. I don’t think George Zimmerman was going into the situation with murder in mind, which is what second-degree murder depends on. He was not guilty, but he certainly wasn’t innocent. He became responsible for Trayon Martin’s death the moment he stepped out of his vehicle.” — JUSTIN WALSH TAVARES

“I actually make it a point not to follow these types of trials. This is due to the extreme extent to which the public takes issues not associated with the case. The fact the trial is televised is enough to prove that it has become the soap opera of the week. As for the verdict, I actually Googled it after I saw your question on Facebook. I won’t share my personal opinion due to the nature of my job, but I will say it is not surprising.” — RANDOLPH RUSSELL MOUNT DORA

“I feel so sorry for the Martin’s loss. This should be a time for reflection and change for the better. Might we try and see each other’s concerns through true empathy and strive toward making this community a better place through understanding?”

“Anyone in George Zimmerman’s shoes would have done the same thing. Of course, if he had not approached him, none of this would have happened, but he did. Although it is very sad a young life was lost, the jury absolutely made the right decision.”

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The most anticipated baby of the year is finally here. (Sorry, North West.) Duchess Kate, with her husband Prince William present, gave birth to a healthy 8-pound, 6-ounce royal baby boy on July 23rd. Named George Alexander Louis, this regal bundle of joy is third in line to the throne and will be known as His Royal Highness Prince George of Cambridge. So, what is next for the newest royal? News reports say Kate and William must now pick a photographer to shoot the newborn’s first official portrait.

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When Duchess Kate greeted the press with her brand new baby boy, the first glimpse of the newest heir to the crown was not the only thing that set social media scene abuzz. Kate’s Jenny Packham blue polka dot dress, which harkened back 31 years ago when Princess Diana stood in the same spot cradling a then baby Prince William, caused fashionistas all over world to declare that polka dots are now the latest fashion trend. In fact, Packham’s website crashed just minutes after Kate made her high-profile appearance.

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HOTDOTS The fashion runways in Paris and Milan were covered with dots last spring, but when Duchess Kate appeared in her polka dot frock with the new royal prince, women everywhere began adding polka dots to their wardrobes. Many, though, only had to look in the back of their closets because the dot has been hot for hundreds of years.

In fact, the term polka dot was first used in an 1854 issue of a literary magazine at Yale University — about the same time the polka dance craze ignited in America. Polka dots have absolutely nothing to do with the popular folk dance except that 19th century manufacturers of décor and fashion items wanted to capitalize on polka mania. And generations later, so did songwriters. The jazz classic “Polka Dots and Moonbeans” was Frank Sinatra’s very first hit with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra. And who can ever forget the lyrics to Bryan Hyland’s 1960s hit “Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Ye Bikini.”

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Fans of the Florida Gators are known for leaving Ben Hill Griffin Stadium after a football game and chanting, “I’m proud to be a Florida Gator.” However, they might not be proud that Aaron Hernandez is a former Florida Gator. The 23-year-old tight end of the New England Patriots is facing first-degree murder charges in the killing of his friend Odin Lloyd. The two allegedly had a dispute at a nightclub. If convicted, he could face life in prison.

HOTWHEELS One of America’s iconic tire-smoking muscle cars will allow you to go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in under four seconds and max out between 180 to 190 miles per hour. The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray packs quite a punch, featuring a 6.2-liter, 450 horsepower engine. It

will be on sale in the United States in Fall 2014. Many are lauding it for its new interior features, which include dual eight-inch driver/infotainment screens, rear vision cameras, a nine-speaker audio system, push-button start, and an eight-way power seat adjustment. The website The Awesomer describes part of the the automobile’s

interior as having a “fighterjet inspired wraparound cockpit.” Its exterior features LED daytime lights, quad tailpipes in the rear, and four trapezoidal-designed rear headlights. The website Topspeed.com said the Stingray has an “eerily striking resemblance to the SRT Viper” and from a side view “clearly

has elements of the Nissan GT-R and Ferrari.” Despite that, the website describes the new Stingray design as “absolutely visceral, jawdropping, and arguably the best Corvette ever made.” That’s quite a compliment. No wonder it was one of the automobiles that garnered lots of attention at the 2013 Detroit Motor Show.

HOT TOPICS // DEATH OF DOMA No issue seems as hot button as the issue of gay marriage. Considered a landmark step toward marriage equality by proponents nent n s and a depressing blow to the sanctity of marriage by opponents, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in late June that section sec ction 3 of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) was unconstitutional by a 5–4 vote. Since 1996, DOMA had kept the federal government from recognizing same-sex marriages legalized by the states, and section t on 3 prevented same-sex couples from receiving hundreds of benefits available to other married couples under federal law. ti Now, more than 100,000 gay and lesbian couples who are considered legally married will be able to take advantage of tax breaks, Social Security survivorship, family medical leave, and other benefits.

Haute STYLE With a photographer for a mom, 16-year-old Olivia Ashton Martin knows a thing or two about striking a pose. Though this Tavares High School student has spent most of her life in front of the camera, modeling didn’t become a serious career path until 7th grade. “This guy was saying cruel things to me on the Internet. He bullied me and kept telling me I was ugly,” Olivia says. “So my mom was like, ‘Let’s show him.’ It still hurts, but I actually thank that guy because he helped inspire me to find what I really love to do.”

While she worked doing local modeling and runway shows, it wasn’t until Olivia turned 16 that she began devoting more time to her craft. Starting with work through Model Mayhem, a portfolio website for professional models and photographers, Olivia decided she wanted to make the jump from amateur to professional. She landed an interview with Mega Model Management in Miami, and two hours after signing with them, she found herself ripping the runway at a Lancôme and Vogue fashion show. “It felt really, really great,” she says. “Next, I’ll be attending casting calls for Miami Swim Week. I’m hoping for the best.” As for what she wants to accomplish in the fashion world, Olivia says one day she would love to become a Victoria’s Secret model. “And I want to walk like Tyra Banks,” she says, “and pose like Coco Rocha.”

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B.E. Thompson

RUNNER UP: Mandy Hamilton

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RUNNER UP: Dr. Rick Vihlein

RUNNER UP: Cheryl Kozak

PERSONAL STYLE:

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RUNNER UP: Jill Baker

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MOM: Michelle Marschal RUNNER UP: Kayli Tasker

DAD: Tom Hutchins RUNNER UP: Terence Connelly, Sr.

COUPLE: Gus & Laurie Grizzard

RUNNER UP: Freddy Williams

RUNNER UP: Marc & Cheryl Kozak

STYLIST: John Robinson

BUILDER: Kevco Builders

RUNNER UP: Anthony Chiocchi

RUNNER UP: Emmett Sapp Builders

MASSAGE THERAPIST: Linda Ryan RUNNER UP: Tracy Zito

HEALTHCARE PROVIDER: LifeStream Behavioral Center

BARTENDER: Stevie at Two Old Hags BART

RUNNER UP: Mesos Cosmetic Surgery and Laser Center

RUNNER UP: Chad at Magnolia’s Mag Oyster Bar

DENTIST: Susan Glenn Caddell, DDS

FOOD SERVER: Michelle at Vic’s Embers

RUNNER UP: Wade Winker, DDS

Do Grill RUNNER UP: Justin at Hurricane Dockside

TEACHER: Terri Pfister at Eustis Elementary

CHEF: Jessica Flinn at Gourmet Today

RUNNER UP: Linda Wright at Carver Middle

Pisces Rising RUNNER UP: Alex Gandia at Pisce

COACH: Wayne Lockett at Eustis High School

PERSONAL TRAINER TRAINER: Al Cardiello at Omni Fitn Fitness

RUNNER UP: Sheldon Walker at First Academy

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Anytime Fitness RUNNER UP: John Blake at An

HIGH SCHOOL MASCOT: Eustis High School Panther

REALTOR: Gus Grizzard Griz at ERA/Tom Grizzard

RUNNER UP: Leesburg High School Yellow Jacket

RUNNER UP: Mark Dyer at Black B Tie Real Estate

ARTIST: Doug Hays

VOLUNTEER:

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RUNNER UP: William Gott Gottschalk

RUNNER UP: Marc Kozak

POLICEMAN: Karen Lovelace, Lake County Sheriff’s Office RUNNER UP: Kyle Moore, Leesburg P.D.

FIREMAN: Jared Mielke, Lake County F.D. RUNNER UP: Jamey Ricketson, Lessburg F.D.

POLITICIAN: Emogene Stegall RUNNER UP: Marlene O’Toole

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GUYS’ NIGHT OUT: O’Keefe’s Irish Pub & Restaurant, Tavares RUNNER UP: Hurricane Dockside Grill, Tavares

GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT: Vitality Wellness & Aesthetics, Lady Lake RUNNER UP: Olivia’s Coffeehouse, Eustis

DATE NIGHT:

Pisces Rising, Mount Dora

RUNNER UP: Wine Cellars Uncorked, Eustis

FAMILY NIGHT: HighFive Frozen Yogurt RUNNER UP: Food Truck-N-Flick Night, Leesburg

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ENTERTAINMENT BOWLING; C Break Point Alley, Tavares RUNNER UP: AMF Leesburg Lanes

at the Historic State Theatre, Eustis RUNNER UP: Melon Patch , Leesburg

KARAOKE: F Graffiti Junktion, Clermont

GALA/FUNDRAISER: LifeStream Behavioral Center’s Gala of Hope

RUNNER UP: O’Shucks! Oyster Bar & Grill, Wildwood

RUNNER UP: Boys and Girls Club of Lake and Sumter Counties’ Black and White Ball

MOVIE THEATER: Barnstorm, Wildwood RUNNER UP: Old Mill Playhouse, The Villages

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PERF. ARTS THEATER: Bay Street Players

FESTIVAL/EVENT: B Leesburg Bikefest RUNNER UP: Mount Dora Arts Festival

WINE BAR: E Two Old Hags Wine Shoppe, Leesburg RUNNER UP: Maggie’s Attic, Mount Dora

CIGAR BAR: Bolero’s Cigars & Wine Bar, Tavares RUNNER UP: GarVino’s, The Villages

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STEAK: Vic’s Embers, Leesburg

FURNITURE Babette’s Furniture & Home Shoppe, Leesburg

BOAT RAMP: Venetian Gardens, Leesburg

RUNNER UP: Outback Steakhouse

RUNNER UP: Bargains and Treasures, The Villages

WINGS: Ramshackle’s Café, Leesburg RUNNER UP: Cousin Vinnie’s Family Sports Restaurant, Leesburg

CLOTHES Frugals Vintage Boutique, Mount Dora

RUNNER UP: Wooton Park, Tavares

SEAFOOD: Bonefish Grill, The Villages

RUNNER UP: Trueman’s Fine Men’s Clothing, Leesburg

RUNNER UP: Quarterdeck, Umatilla

DESSERT: HighFive Frozen Yogurt

AUTOMOBILES G Plaza Cadillac, Leesburg

RUNNER UP: Cotillion Southern Café, Wildwood

RUNNER UP: Vann Gannaway Chevrolet, Eustis

COCKTAILS: O’Keefe’s Irish Pub & Restaurant, Tavares

JEWELRY Hoity-Toity Mercantile, Tavares

PLACES TO EAT+DRINK PLACES TO SHOP SUSHI:

Kiku Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi, Eustis

RUNNER UP: Sakura, The Villages

BURGERS: Five Guys Burgers and Fries RUNNER UP: Ramshackle’s Café, Leesburg

RUNNER UP: Vic’s Embers, Leesburg

COFFEE:

Mount Dora Coffeehouse & Bistro, Mount Dora

RUNNER UP: Olivia’s Coffeehouse, Eustis

SWEET TEA:

RUNNER UP: Sonny’s BBQ

The Mason Jar, Umatilla

RUNNER UP: Gold In Art Jewelers, Leesburg and Mount Dora

PET ITEMS The Green K9, Mount Dora

WATER SPOTS LAKE FOR FISHING: K Lake Harris RUNNER UP: Lake Eustis

PLACE TO WATER SKI: Lake Harris RUNNER UP: Lake Weir

BOATING: Lake Dora RUNNER UP: Lake Harris

RUNNER UP: Piglet’s Pantry, Mount Dora

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WILDWOOD FLORIDA’S TRANSPORTATION HUB //

STORY:MARY ANN DESANTIS PHOTOS: FRED LOPEZ

VITAL STATS GOOD NEIGHBORS: The City of Wildwood includes nearly 400 acres in The Villages, including the BBrownwood town square and two residential areas.

Down around the corner A half a mile from here You see them old trains runnin’ And you watch them disappear… “LONG TRAIN RUNNIN’” BY THE DOOBIE BROTHERS

POPULATIO 7,203 CURRENT POPULATION: A 56.2 *MEDIAN RESIDENT AGE: *MEDIAN HOUSE OR CONDO VALUE: $79,704 *Source: city-data.com/city/Wildwood-Flo city-data.com/city/Wildwood-Florida

ELECTED OFFICIALS OFFICIA MAYOR: Ed Wolf MAYOR PROTEM: PPamala Harrison Bivins COMMISSIONERS: Julian Green, Don Clark, Robby Strickland CITY MANAGER: BBill Ed Cannon CHIEF OF POLICE POLICE: E.W. Reeser

ostt people traveling south along I-75 toward Centrall Florida’s attractions think of Wildwood as the last las exit before they reach the toll road. Indeed, the th major highways running through Wildwood — I-75, U U.S. Highway 301, State Road 44, and Florida’s Turnpike — help hel the small city hang on to its reputation as a transportation hub, one that began when railroads were the h city’s major industry. ind Those motorists who zoom by at 70-plus miles per hour, motor though, miss a piece of Old Florida — a place where train passengers could stretch their legs and grab a cup of coffee at the Palm Grill and an Coffee House near the station; a Southern town where boys would almost fight for the after-school opportunity w to get on trucks that took them to pick watermelons and tomatruc toes; a main street where the brick buildings offer a glimpse of what the town tow looked like in its railroad heyday.

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Longtime residents fondly remember those days. The majority of residents were employed by the railroad, and one of the benefits was that family members could ride anywhere free. “We would hop the train to go shopping in Orlando all the time,” remembers Irish Wolf, who was born in Wildwood’s first hospital. “My entire high school graduating class went to the New York World’s Fair on the train in 1964. We had bake sales starting in ninth grade and even sold cow manure out of pastures to raise money for those kids whose fathers did not work for the railroad.” Community spirit is still alive and well in Wildwood. Residents are working together to revitalize many of the historic buildings, including the Baker Home on County Road 44-A on the east side of The Villages. Built by Senator David Hume Baker in the late 1800s, the Victorianstyle house and five acres of property were donated to the City of Wildwood. The house is currently being renovated to become the home of the Wildwood Area Historical Society. Several fundraising

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making it attractive to developers and businesses. “When the railroad industry disappeared in the late 1960s, Wildwood had to reinvent itself. That wasn’t always easy,” says Ed Wolf, the city’s mayor for more than 26 years. “At times, we were just trying to stay

alive. We went through tough times. The Villages has been a lifeline to Wildwood, and now, we are growing.” Wildwood’s longtime residents agree and are happy that The Villages, Florida’s largest retirement community, is driving the economy for the city of just over 7,200

residents. Four hundred acres of The Villages property are within the city limits of Wildwood, including two residential communities and Brownwood, the newest town square. The Wildwood Police Department even has a substation next to the Barnstorm Theater where today’s

CITY HALL This was the third City Hall in the city’s history. The first was called the Big Wigwam because of its octagonal shape. When the Big Wigwam was torn down in 1925, it was replaced in 1927 with a structure that housed city government, a jail, and the police and fire departments.

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youth hang out side-by-side with retirees. “We are very lucky that the development surrounds Wildwood,” says native Tom Word, who still owns the family farm where he grew up on Highway 466A. “The Villages has been a very positive influence and brought many opportunities to the area.” Mayor Wolf, a retired teacher, agrees. “Years ago, kids had to leave to find jobs. It’s rewarding for me to see that kids now have opportunities to stay here and work.” Developers also see opportunities and even the State of Florida projects that the population could run as high as 60,000 people by 2035. The city is well

recognize us as separate from The Villages but yet it will be a smooth transition,” says Melanie Peavy, Wildwood’s director of development services. The lifeblood of downtown Wildwood will

“Those kinds of quaint shops and restaurants are our future,” says Mayor Wolf. “We look to bring people here on day trips, similar to what some of the other small cities in this area do.” Wolf and Peavy agree that

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positioned to both control growth and take advantage of the anticipated interest in the area as a great place to live and raise a family. High on the developmentoriented city government’s list is to adopt design standards that are on par with The Villages and to develop its own identity. “As you come into Wildwood’s downtown, you’ll

continue to be the unique shops and restaurants that are already drawing visitors. The Cotillion Southern Cafe in the former Bank of Wildwood was one of the first businesses to draw from the town’s history and others are following. The Red Door has fans from all over Florida stopping in to shop for its unique home décor and gift items.

if Wildwood had not embraced The Villages, the city would have lost its identity completely. As it stands now, the two entities have worked together to raise the bar and both are happy with the results. “We’re a diamond in the rough,” says Mayor Wolf. “Developers across the country are watching to see how we do.”

south of Ocala. The surveyor was required to report in occasionally. When the office asked where he was, the surveyor paused and said, “I don’t know, except in the wild woods.”

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Local legend says the name Wildwood originated in 1877 when a crew of workmen and a surveyor were putting in a telegraph line

FOUNDING FATHER Isaac W. Barwick, a 25-year-old entrepreneur from Georgia, is described as Wildwood’s first settler in the 19th century book History of Florida by Wanton S. Webb. In 1877, Barwick set up a lumbering operation and built stores, homes, and a town square with a few other pioneers.

Notable Natives DANA FUCHS singer, songwriter, actress and voice-over talent famous for her role as Sadie in the 2007 film “Across the Universe”

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American country music singer whose album “Welder” was on Rolling Stone ’s list of Best 30 Albums for 2010. She is also host of the morning radio show “Elizabeth Cook’s Apron Strings” on Sirius XM Radio.

wasn’t the first time fire affected Wildwood. In 1889 and again in 1904, fire destroyed the main downtown business district.

EVERY VOTE COUNTED A close vote in 1912 determined the new county seat for Sumter County. By a margin of only nine votes, Wildwood lost to Bushnell. Final tally: Bushnell 657, Wildwood 648 .

LT. GEN. CHARLES “CHUCK” S. MAHAN, JR. retired as Chief of Logistics for the U.S. Army. Previous assignment included Major General of the 21st Theater Support Command, the largest operational logistics command in the Army

ELLIS JOHNSON former NFL player

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BARBARA J. STEPHENSON GLORY DAYS

BEFORE THE RAILROAD Early settlers grew cotton and had to take it by ox carts to Silver Springs for shipment. Later, the Lee family of Leesburg opened canals and waterways, which made it possible to transport products to Bug Springs, near the community of Okahumpka.

“The Cabbage Head.” Six months later, another eight miles opened and the new railroad served Panasoffkee. In July 1885, the Florida Railway and Navigation Company completed construction on an additional 14 miles between Panasoffkee and Terrell.

The first train arrived in Wildwood on June 1, 1882, after the Tropical Florida Railroad extended a line south from Ocala. The train was pulled by a wood-burning engine called

Wildwood was incorporated as a city on May 16, 1889. No official city records prior to 1915 exist because files about Wildwood’s early days were destroyed in a fire at the Sumter County Courthouse in 1909. It

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RON DIXON former NFL player

THE LATE DAN SIKES former professional American golfer

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The Wildwood High School Wildcats finished the 1964 football season with a 12–0 record and went on to win the state championship by beating Lake City Columbia 12–7 in the Class A championship game at Florida Field in Gainesville. “The whole town ate, breathed, and slept football,” said Wildwood native Tom Word. “We barely had enough players to field a team, and some had to play both offense and defense.” It was the first of two state high school football championship trophies brought home to Wildwood. The second came in 1970.

Wildwood city limits extend more than 40 square miles, according to Melanie Peavy, development services director for the City of Wildwood. A recent annexation of property into the city limits makes it one of Florida’s largest cities in terms of land size.

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* Locally, Fross & Fross Wealth Management is known for its symbolic

bear and bull statue that prominently sits outside the office in Lake Sumter Landing. It’s a reminder of how the company implements various strategies to manage clients’ money in both bear and bull markets. Nationally, Fross & Fross is known for its leadership, innovation, and influence in the financial services industry. The company, which is owned by identical 41-year-old twin brothers Robert Fross and Thomas Fross, manages nearly $400 million in client assets. Due to it its success, Fross & Fross has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, interviewed by CNN Money and the financial news website The Street.com, and has provided financial insight for media outlets such as Huffington Post and CNBC. The brothers have also written columns for various industry journals. Moreover, their firm assists other financial advisors throughout the country in utilizing some of the same principles and techniques that they use for their clients. For a small local company to garner such big national recognition on their market perspectives and how it affects retirees is quite impressive. “We are proud that we’ve received extensive national attention based on our unique perspective of the financial market and how it affects retirees,” Thomas says.

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begs the question: What financial measures can you take to help ensure your golden years don’t become dark ones? For some residents of The Villages, the answer to this question is simple. They’ve put their hard-earned money in the capable hands of Fross & Fross. Robert and Thomas have served residents of The Villages since 2002. In 2005, the twins put their brains together and adopted a philosophical change in how they would conduct business. They decided to communicate more and have more interaction with their clients. In order to do this, they began to limit the number of new households they would work with per year. Of course, there is a valid reason the brothers made a fundamental shift in the way they operated the business. With fewer clients, they could fill a void in the financial planning industry by offering a higher level of personalized service. “People have many choices when it comes to firms that manage their money,” Rob says. “Therefore, we began to cater to clients who were looking for a firm that really knows them and understands their goals and fears. Rather than implement a cookie-cutter approach, we decided to custom-build an investment portfolio tailored to a client’s specific needs.” Thomas echoed his brother’s sentiments. “We realized that clients want to be treated differently. They want to be shown individualized attention instead of feeling like another number or a small fish in a big pond. Our clients really took that to heart and appreciated that. They did not keep us a secret, and as a result, our business began to grow at that point.”

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The business has grown so much, in fact, that today Fross & Fross has five financial advisors and a nine-person office staff. Having a relatively large staff frees the brothers to better fulfill their vision of providing superior client service. “It allows us to do what we are uniquely qualified to do, which is manage money and manage relationships,” Thomas says. “We can focus our effort where we think it is most valuable — spending time with our clients. Meanwhile, the staff can take care of administrative duties, which is something we definitely do not specialize in.” One of those aforementioned financial advisors is Patrick, the older brother of Robert and Thomas. He brings extensive experience in the financial planning industry, having spent 16 years in senior management and seven years as vice president of a corporation handling more than $20 million in annual sales. He shares his brothers’ ambition of providing personalized, caring service. “Our philosophy of striving for world-class service and providing the Ritz Carlton experience has resulted in the joy of being able to work with happy clients,” he says. “Our clients become our friends and feel like our family. We

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get the privilege of meeting their kids and grandkids. The result is a happier, more satisfied client.” Patrick, too, realizes that being a successful financial advisor entails more than offering sound investment advice. It requires patience, as well as a commitment to listen and learn about what the client wants. “When making recommendations, I will often ask myself, ‘If this were my mom or dad sitting here, what advice would I give them?’ We strive to treat all our clients like family. That’s why we are selective when taking on new clients. We don’t work with everyone. It’s never been our goal to be all things to all people, but rather to be all things to a few people. As a result, we feel that we have the best clients in the world, and they definitely feel like family.”

OPEN-DOOR POLICY The Fross brothers feel it is vitally important to help clients stay on top of their financial goals and the ever-evolving financial world. Therefore, they host monthly client events, which range from wine-tasting gatherings, state-of-the-market addresses, and tips on avoiding being an identity theft victim. “These events allow us to connect with them as real people and makes clients feel closer and more comfortable with us,” Robert says. “We have tried to make it possible whereby our clients can see us on average at least once a month. These client events allow us to facilitate that. Obviously, we could not do this if we worked with everybody. That is why we have a minimum client size. Our loyalty is to our existing clients. We make sure we do not spread ourselves so thin that we do not have time to take care of the clients we already have.” This honest and open communication was especially important during the market downturn, which lasted from fall 2007 to spring 2009. “Many investors were complaining that they were not hearing from their advisors, and they felt their advisor was hiding under a desk,” Thomas says. “We were being extremely proactive by reaching out to clients about what was going on, why it was happening, and whether or not we should reposition them.” Of course, the Fross brothers do more than provide a high level of experience and insight to help clients with their financial situations. Because their clients reside in The Villages and surrounding areas, the brothers enjoy hearing fascinating stories about their professional lives and the hobbies they hold near and dear to their hearts. “So often, they have moved quite a distance from their family, yet the family is so important to them,” Robert says. “I love hearing about their children and grandchildren and the trips they take to go see them. I’ve worked with some clients so long it is like I’ve seen their grandchildren grow up before my own eyes.” The brothers can also empathize with clients who are facing

illness. Robert’s wife, Amy, was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer in 2003. After bravely battling the disease for seven years, she passed away at age 36. Robert and Thomas have repaid the community for the outpour of support and encouragement shown to Amy during her battle. In 2009, the company held “Symphony Under the Stars,” which raised money for the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation. One year later, Fross & Fross hosted a doowop under the stars and raised $50,000 for the Moffit Cancer Center in The Villages. They have also hosted golf tournaments to raise money for both national and local charities like The Villages Hospital Auxiliary Foundation, the same organization on which Thomas is an active board member.

THROUGH ALL KINDS OF WEATHER If you are looking for financial guidance from experienced advisors who provide a high-level of client commitment through personal service and professional integrity, then Fross & Fross Wealth Management may be for you. “We’ve managed money through two of the worst crashes in the history of the stock market,” Thomas says. “We focused on fully understanding our clients’ needs, their feelings about risk, and making sure they were allocated appropriately based on those factors. Our key to success is developing a long-term plan rather than making emotional, short-term decisions. We are like captains of a ship both in good waters and volatile waters. While we cannot control the weather, we can certainly control the direction of the ship. Our clients rely on us to be the captain of their retirement ship, and our efforts are spent trying to make sure the ship doesn’t sink.” Fross & Fross Wealth Management is located at 910 Old Camp Road in Lake Sumter Landing. For more information, call 352.205.7800 or visit www.frossandfross.com.

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On June 18th, Dr. Ravi Chandra and Dr. Steven Tieche of the Vein Center of North Florida offered free vein screenings to prospective patients at their new office in The Villages. One of the patients who showed up was a familiar face — Belleview resident Jack Roberts. He did not have an appointment; he simply wanted to catch up with his favorite physician. “Several years ago, Dr. Chandra treated me for a blood clot in my leg, and then he discovered I had blockage in my leg,” says Roberts, 80. “He probably saved my life. I’ve been treated by doctors at the Cleveland Clinic, but I have never met someone as talented, personable, and likeable as Dr. Chandra.” Trudy Richmond, a resident of Summerfield, was also there. She offered equally glowing praise of Dr. Steven Tieche, another physician at The Vein Center of North Florida. “He did such a great job treating me for varicose veins a few years back. He is very friendly, efficient, and professional.” sional.” It is no surprise that residents dents of The Villages and surrounding g area drive 45 minutes to the practice’s Ocala office to seek treatment for vascular problems. oblems. However, that will no longer be necessary essary thanks

to the practice’s additional location at the Oaks at 138th, which is owned by Munroe Regional Medical Center. “We are opening an office here for the convenience of our patients and to fill a much-needed void,” says Dr. Chandra, who has more than 15 years of experience in his respective field. Because the practice offers total vascular care under one roof, Dr. Chandra and Dr. Tieche do not have the need to refer patients to

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other specialists. They can diagnose and treat arterial and venous problems. They also treat lymphedema, blood clots, and ulcers. In addition, they offer wound care and cosmetic procedures such as sclerotherapy for varicose and spider veins and phlebectomy for large varicose veins. Dr. Chandra is board-certified in General Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Endovascular Surgery, and Phlebology. He has completed 9,544 vascular and endovascular cases. The Vein Center of North Florida has treated more than 6,000 patients to date. Dr. Tieche is board-certified in anesthesiology and specializes in vein care. The practice is accredited by the Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Vascular Laboratories (ICAVL), which ensures the highest-quality patient care. The Oaks at 138th is located at 8550 N.E. 138th Lane (Building 400) in Lady Lake. For more information, call 352.237.1820.

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LEONANDMERIDETH Going strictly by stereotypes, pastors are people of integrity, kindness, and courtesy who possess a servant’s heart. Conversely, most people think of lawyers as greedy, dishonest, and selfish. If that’s the case, then we could assume a marriage between a pastor and attorney would inevitably end in disaster. Not so for Leon Bloder and Merideth Nagel, who were middle school sweethearts and have been happily married for nearly 22 years. Leon is senior pastor at First Presbyterian Church of Eustis, while Merideth is an attorney who owns a thriving firm in Clermont. Their marriage is not a classic case of opposites attracting. For them, the secret behind a long, successful relationship is sharing the same values and beliefs. In a world of clenched fists, Leon and Merideth both live with open hands.

“We both feel that our primary jobs are to help other people in need,” Merideth says. “We enter into that with much joy and optimism. Because of that joy, we have both done well in our respective fields.” When Leon became pastor at First Presbyterian Eustis in 2008, the church was primarily known for its beautiful stained-glass windows. Five years later, it is now recognized for its numerous community outreach programs. Among them are a clothes closet, a ministry for families with special-needs children, a ministry for disadvantaged youths, and the Center Street Kitchen, which feeds nearly 300 people each week. Because of these good community deeds, the church recently received the Humanitarian of the Year award from the Lake Eustis Chamber of Commerce. Church membership has skyrocketed in recent years. “We want our church to be an extension of God’s healing hand,” Leon says. Merideth is also a humanitarian. Some of her cases involve providing legal assistance to people who cannot afford a lawyer. She is also heavily involved in the community, serving as an executive board member of the Cornerstone Hospice Foundation and a board member of Pig on the Pond, the South Lake Community Foundation, and the Educational Foundation of Lake County.

Since opening her firm in 2005, Merideth’s firm has grown to include two additional attorneys and eight full-time office staff positions. “Because we have both been blessed, we want to be a blessing to other people,” she says. Merideth is also very active in the church. She has organized meals for vacation bible school, led women’s retreats, taught bible school and Sunday school classes, and sang in the choir. In addition, she provides pro bono legal services to church members. “She pours her heart and soul into the church and relates to our members so well,” Leon says. “I am so proud of her accomplishments.” Because Merideth’s career as an attorney is demanding, she feels blessed that Leon is such a hands-on father to their three boys: Jay, 18; Jackson, 9; and Jacob, 2. “Our teamwork is amazing,” Merideth says. “Having great teamwork, support, and communication has enabled us to succeed in our marriage and careers. We don’t just share our burdens and joys; we are each 100 percent all in!”

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MISSYANDJOE Very rarely does a person get to have the career of their dreams — let alone a couple. But in Joe and Missy Ziler’s case, they are very much the exception to the rule. “What I do is not a job to me,” Joe says. “You will never hear me say I hate my job.” “He just knew his passion; I kind of just fell into mine,” Missy adds. “But we are both very enthusiastic about what we do and I think that contributes to our overall success.” Spend a few minutes with this dynamic couple and it becomes apparent their remarkable similarities yet inherent difference help strike a perfect balance in their marriage. “Believe it or not, we’re very much alike. We especially share a common quality of wanting to give to those who can’t help themselves,” Missy says. “But, we’re also independent of each other.”

In addition, Joe and Missy always make sure to be supportive of each other while also being one another’s sounding boards. “We have mutual respect, and we appreciate each other’s thoughts and opinions,” Missy says. “We always encourage each other, no matter what. We never say, ‘You can’t do that.’” Unlike some people who come together at the height of their own personal success, Missy and Joe started from the bottom, working their way up to being presidents of their own businesses. Joe’s dream fi rst came to fruition when he purchased Kevco Builders in April of 2008. Since then, his construction company has been on the steady path to continued growth and achievement. Missy soon followed in her pursuit of entrepreneurship when she founded Companions for Courage, a not-for-profit, completely volunteer-run group made up of six lovable therapy dogs and their handlers that help children cope during difficult situations. The organization was inspired by the love and unique personality of Missy’s other faithful companion, Woolf. Though Companions for Courage has only been in existence for a year, it has already garnered much

attention in the community for its stellar work in helping children who are victims of abuse and neglect. “To see what Missy has been able to accomplish in such a short amount of time has been pretty amazing,” Joe says. “I’m very proud of her.” Though the two may seem like a walking power couple in most people’s eyes, Missy and Joe are in fact very humble and down-to-earth people. Part of staying grounded is remembering never to forget the past. “When we fi rst got together we had nothing, but we didn’t care. We just worked really hard,” Missy says. “However, we are not successhungry, either. Everything we do — from our work to our community service to our love of taking in misfit animals — we do it because it gives us a sense of compassion. If you take the approach that you want nothing in return for your good deeds you will be fulfilled beyond anything you ever imagined.”

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BOBANDDEBBIE They say laughter is the best medicine. Apparently, it is also a key ingredient to a happy, successful marriage. At least that is the case for Bobby and Debbie Belton, who married 17 years ago. “We love to have fun, giggle, and laugh,” says Bobby, a 1974 graduate of Eustis High School. That has been true for them inside the home and workplace. In 1998, Debbie joined her husband’s Mount Dora-based company, Belton Construction. The company, which opened in 1984, specializes in custom home building, additions, and remodeling. Debbie served as office manager of the company and convinced her husband to quit doing subcontract work for contractors and pursue his own jobs. “When I started there, he was still using ledger books to do bookkeeping,” she says with a laugh. “I brought him into the 21st century by bringing computers into the office.” After 10 years, Debbie followed her heart and opened her own company, receiving Bobby’s full support. Her eclectic Mount Dora-based shop, Matamo Designs, offers exotic, hardto-fi nd furnishings and accents that ooze style and personality inside the home. With a flair for design and eye for color, she also visits the homes of her clients and provides decorating tips and ideas for space planning. In the past year, Bobby and Debbie have combined their talents. Whenever Bobby receives a remodeling job, Debbie provides decorating, coloring, and space planning suggestions. While watching the Beltons interact with their children — Jennifer, 29; Shaina, 21; and Luke, 9 — it becomes quite apparent that this family is full of love, joy, and happiness.

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TIMANDMICHELE Finding time to be good parents paren and good doctors can be challenging. But Drs. Tim Henne and Michele Mic McGowan are quite adept at jugg juggling parental demands, bustling careers, and care busy schedules. The couple own the Center for Ankle and Foot Care, which has offices in Clermont, Tavares, Tavares and The Villages. They also have thr three children: Lily, 8; Abigal, 7; and Emma, Emm 2. “Tim and I make a good team, team and he’s the best teammate I’ve ever had,” Dr. h McGowan says. The couple met while attending attendi medical school at Des Moines Un University. They married in 2000 and two ye years later opened the Center for Ankle and Foot Care in Clermont. Lily was born in 2004. “When we had her, I would w work five hours in the mornin morning, and Tim would work five hours in the afternoon. We worked half days so d we could be with the baby.” After having another cchild, they transformed one roo room inside the office into a playroom p for their children. “The “There is always something to do at home and always some something to do at work,” Dr. Henne Henn says. “We both are always w willing to pick up the slack when needed. Children have demands demands, and patients have demands demands. Therefore, we pour our hearts heart and souls into our family and an practice.” For them, there has never been anything awkwar awkward about being business partners partner with their spouse. “We still stil make it a point to have breakfast brea and dinner together with w the kids,” Dr. Henne says. “I am so fortunate to have her as a wife. She is good-natured an and strong in her convictions.”

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JASONANDDEANNA Dr. Jason Davis and his wife, Deanna, find it a privilege and a pleasure to help their patients look good and feel great. Seven years ago, the couple moved to Florida, married, and opened Davis Clinic of Chiropractic in The Villages. While Dr. Davis treated patients for conditions such as degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis, sciatica, and peripheral neuropathy, Deanna managed the day-to-day business operations. “From the very beginning, we both believed in providing more value to our customers than they pay for,” Deanna said. “We always want to go above and beyond.” That philosophy paid dividends as the Davises soon moved their practice to a larger location and added a larger team of health care providers to care for the community. In addition to superior services, Davis Clinic of Chiropractic is renowned for its state-of-the-art technology that helps doctors administer both an accurate diagnosis and effective treatment. “For us, it is so rewarding when patients first come here and can barely walk, then several months later they are taking their grandchildren to Disney World,” Dr. Davis says. In January 2012, Deanna opened her own practice — New Body Contours. Through non-surgical procedures such as body contouring, facelifts, and laser treatments, patients achieve long-lasting, naturallooking results and better-looking bodies. “We tailored our services to what patients were asking for,” Deanna says. Dr. Davis and Deanna have lunch dates on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Outside of their successful practices, they enjoy spending quality time with their two children: Jackson, 4, and Harper, 2. Favorite family activities include walking, swimming, and catching grasshoppers.

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LESLIEANDJACK During their successful eight-year marriage, Jack Cassell and Leslie Campione have always acknowledged their differences and embraced their similarities. Leslie is a native Floridian, while Jack hails from New Jersey. She is calm, cool, collected, and reserved, while he is more forthright, outspoken, and a straight shooter. When it comes to furniture, Jack prefers mid-century, modern, funky, and eclectic, while Leslie enjoys craftsman-style furniture with a laid-back Southern style. They reach a compromise. “Some of the rooms in our house are decorated with my taste, while others are decorated with his preferred style,” says Leslie, a 1982 graduate of Eustis High School. “Sometimes, we mix it up a little.” However, their similarities trump their differences. Jack, an urologist in Mount Dora, and Leslie, an attorney and District 4 County Commissioner, love helping others. “I help people with medical problems, and she helps people navigate through the legal process,” Jack says. “We just help in different ways.” Leslie takes pride in her role as county commissioner. “I am passionate about helping the county maintain its existing charm while working hard on areas where there is a need for improvement.” They are also kindred spirits politically, proudly identifying themselves as “constitutional conservatives.” “We are big believers in selfreliance, personal liberty, and free market principles,” Leslie says. “The federal government is out of control; its sheer size breeds incompetence and promotes the abuse of power.” Jack adds: “The delivery of our message may differ, but our political philosophy is the same. It is the most important aspect of our intellectual relationship.”

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NANANDJERRY A passion for their respective businesses and their community keeps Nan and Jerry Cobb on the cutting-edge of success as both entrepreneurs and a loving couple. “We love to work,” Jerry says, “but we also love to help our community.”

“Compassion is something that can’t be taught,” Nan adds. “You either have it or you don’t.” Nan and Jerry met when Jerry was working as a farm machinery and diesel mechanics instructor at Lake Tech and Nan was a student studying floral design. After they married, Nan worked

alongside Jerry for 15 years at his farm equipment dealership, Cobb’s Triangle Tractor. Then Nan eventually stepped out on her own to establish Classic Tents & Events, a fullservice party rental company. Though Nan and Jerry have separate companies, their businesses are housed together in the same building in Eustis. “We still work somewhat together. When I have an event, she makes sure I have a tent to set up under,” Jerry says and laughs. “We take care of each other,” Nan adds with a smile. And while they both work and live together, Nan says she and her husband always keep their work and marriage separate. They also strive to have a balance and part of that balance is their community service. “We have our meetings and events we attend that keep us out and about in the community doing what we love,” Nan says, “but at the end of the day, we always come home to each other, and that is what’s important.”

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SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT AND FAMILY FUN DAY Come have fun with games, chance drawings, food, and some great softball at this Relay for Life event. Sign up your team today or just bring the family to watch. There will be Zumba, Origami Owl, and more. From 9a.m. to 5p.m. at North Lake Community Park, 40430 Roger Giles Road, in Umatilla. Cost: Free to come, $50 to $100 to enter in tournament. CONTACT: 352.636.1805 OR RELAY4FUN@YMAIL.COM

Selznick has just shut down production on the most eagerly anticipated movie in history, “Gone with the Wind”, scrapping the script and sacking the director. Determined to produce a rewrite in five days, he engages the services of ace script doctor Ben Hecht and the movie’s new director Victor Fleming. With his reputation on the line, Selznick locks the three collaborators in his office and a marathon creative session begins. Moonlight Players Warehouse Theatre, 732 B W. Montrose St., Clermont. CONTACT: 352.319.1116

JULY 19–AUGUST 4 AUGUST 10

MIDSUMMERS NIGHT OF ROMANCE Sponsored by Hairstranz Hair & Nail Salon and other local businesses, this fundraising event supports The Haven of Lake and Sumter Counties. All proceeds will go to help women and children in domestic violence situations. The evening will have a supper club theme from the 1950s with a lingerie and fashion show by male and female models. Admission ($20) includes one cocktail with an appetizer menu available. From 7 to 10p.m. at Sheas Club, 2721 Old U.S. Highway 441, Mount Dora. CONTACT: 352.343.4237 OR LBAJARES@AOL.COM

MUSIC+THEATRE JULY 12–AUGUST 4

MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS It is 1939 in Hollywood and mogul David O.

OLIVER! Dickens’ timeless characters are brought to life in this ever-popular story of the boy who dared to ask for more. The sensational score includes “Food Glorious Food,”,” “Consider Yourself,” “You’ve Got to Pick-a-Pocket or Two,” “I’d Do Anything,” “Oom Pah Pah,” “As Long As He Needs Me,” and several more classics. cs. The Sonnentag Theatre at the IceHouse is located on 1100 N. Unser Street, Mount Dora.

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ROBERT WHITTAKER AND J.P. PERRY Dance the night away on the large dance floor at Wind Horse Theater in Eustis. Robert Whittaker will sing the best of pop music from the 60s, 70s, and 80s. The performance will also feature storyteller and

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LEMA PERMANENT COLLECTION This exhibition will showcase award-winning and donated works from the Lake Eustis Museum of Art’s permanent collection. Artists include the following: Henry Sinn, Earl Weydahl, Jr., Hooshang Khorasani, Princess Rashid, Patricia Zalisko, Betty Morris Parker, Robin Maria Pedrero, Donne Bitner, Dina Pe Mack, Brigan Gresh, Stefan Ma Alexandres, Douglas J. Ale Nesbitt, Parker Sketch, Cheryl Ne Bogdanowitsch, and others. Lake Bo Eustis Museum of Art, 1 W. Eus Orange Ave., Eustis. CONTACT: Ora

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August 9th from 6 to 8p.m. at Mount Dora Center for the Arts, 138 E. Fifth Ave. CONTACT:

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Garden tractors, mini rods, golf carts, and antique tractors will compete in different pulling classes at the Lake County Fairgrounds. Competition classes include fourwheel drive gas modified trucks, four-wheel drive diesel modified trucks, super farm tractors, and fan participation. A truck and tractor show and shine are also planned. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the Lak ake e Co Coun unty ty y Fai airg rg gro roun unds ds g te ga te. CON CONTAC TACT: T: 352.585 585.1062 1062

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One Way to End Your Prayers and That’s to Say Amen!,” this show will have you rolling in the aisles! Melon Patch Theatre is located in Leesburg, 311 N. 13th St. CONTACT: 352.787.3013 OR

approximately six weeks after the sisters have staged their first benefit performance. The same five nuns are back onstage at Mt. Saint Helen’s School for what is billed as a “thank-you” show for their supporters. From the riotous bingo game run by Sister Amnesia to the hilarious duet, “What Would Elvis Do?,” to the rousing finale, “There’s Only

BA ROADS TO BACK BACK HOME Photojournalist Eric HO Dusenbury presents this Du documentary portrait of small town/rural Florida, designed as a way to interpret what it means to be “rural” in Florida. The exhibition will focus on the power of photography and reallife stories of Florida’s residents to connect individuals in both urban and rural areas, allowing a better understanding of each. The opening reception will be

SEASCAPES WORKSHOP Paint a beautiful seascape oil painting inspired by Kathie Camara’s favorite artists — Joyce Ortner, Brenda Harris, and more. Canvas, paint, and mediums will be supplied. Bring your own brushes and other miscellaneous items on supply list. Registration is required. The class is from 10a.m. to 4p.m. at the South Lake Art League, 16640 Cagan Crossings Blvd., in Clermont. Cost: $75; $65 for SLAL members. CONTACT: 352.241.6407 OR ALCKATHYC@JUNO.COM

SEPTEMBER 7–8

WHERE WOMEN CREATE A creative weekend of crafting, seminars, and strolling through booths filled with art made from antiques and vintage fabrics will be a true recycler’s dream. The artists have created unique pieces from old and unusual items. From 9a.m. to 5 p.m. at Renninger’s Antique Center, 20651 U.S. Highway 441, in Mount Dora. CONTACT: 352.383.8393

ONGOING EVENTS LAKE-SUMTER COMPUTER SOCIETY (Thursdays) The Lake-Sumter Computer Society offers free and informative computer seminars weekly on the Leesburg campus of Lake-

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PICK monthly social ballroom dancing. Held at Leesburg Community Center. CONTACT: 352.293.8709

from 11a.m. to 3p.m. CONTACT: WWW.WHATTODOINMTDORA. COM OR 352.508.4387

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Harvest grape stomp Harvest season has arrived and Lakeridge Winery in Clermont will be holding its annual grape-stomping competitions. In addition to enjoying live music, lucky winners will receive prizes for their efforts. Lakeridge wine, beer, soft drinks, and food are available for purchase along with complimentary winery tours and tastings. The cost to attend is a $2 donation. CONTACT: 352.394.8627 OR LAKERIDGEWINERY.COM

Sumter State College when the college is in session. CONTACT: WWW.LSCS.US OR 352.343.4490

this monthly support group is designed to educate new or existing parents about breastfeeding. CONTACT: 352.771.5566

Avenue in downtown Mount Dora hosts a wine tasting on the first Friday of every month from 7–9p.m. $20 per person. CONTACT: WWW.THEWINEDENONLINE.COM OR 352.735.5594

FLORIDA HOSPITAL WATERMAN MONTHLY BLOOD DRIVE (Third Thursdays) Donate blood any third Thursday of the month from 11a.m.–7p.m. at the Florida Blood Center at Florida Hospital Waterman in Tavares. CONTACT: 352.742.7020

BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GROUP (First Fridays) Held at the Lake County Health Department’s Umatilla Clinic,

FRIDAY NIGHT STREET FESTIVAL (First Fridays) Visit downtown Eustis every month from 6–10p.m. for this fun-filled street fest featuring the area’s best musical entertainment, a kids area, and food vendors with soft drinks, beer, wine, and margaritas. Admission is free. CONTACT: 352.357.8555

MOVIE IN THE PARK (Second Fridays) This is a year-round, family-friendly event at Donnelly Park in Mount Dora. In case of rain, the movie will be shown in the Mount Dora Community Building. CONTACT: 352.735.7183

WINE TASTING (First Fridays) The Wine Den at 109 E. 4th

FRIDAY NIGHT DANCE (Second Fridays) Join us for our

LEESBURG SATURDAY MORNING MARKET (Saturdays) Pick from a variety of produce, plants, flowers, and specialty foods every Saturday from 8a.m.–1p.m. in downtown Leesburg’s town square. CONTACT:

DANCE CLUB OF CENTRAL FLORIDA (Sundays) The Central Florida Dance Club at Casselberry Recreation Center in Secret Lake Park features ballroom dancing every Sunday from 3:30–6:30pm. Cost is a $5 donation. CONTACT: WWW.

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MOTE-MORRIS HOUSE TOURS (Second and fourth Saturdays) Guided tours of the Mote-Morris House, located at 1195 W. Magnolia Street in Leesburg. Free. CONTACT:

County has an urgent need for dry pet food for dogs and cats, as well as monetary donations to replenish its shelves for needy local animals. Unopened food donations may be dropped off Monday through Friday between 10a.m. and 2p.m. at the organization’s office on County Road 529A.

DOWNTOWN CLERMONT FARMERS MARKET (Sundays) Head to Montrose Street in Clermont every Sunday from 9a.m.–2p.m. for fresh produce, plants, flowers, seafood, bakery items, jams, and other local goods. CONTACT: WWW.CLERMONTDOWNTOWNPARTNERSHIP. COM OR 352.394.8618

LAKE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT Flu/Pneumonia Shots The Lake County Health Department, in partnership with Lake and Sumter Emergency Medical Services, offers seasonal influenza and pneumonia shots to the public. There is no charge for the vaccinations with a valid Medicare Part B card. The cost without the card is $25 for flu and $45 for pneumonia. CONTACT: 352.357.1668 OR 352.383.4554

EUSTIS CLASSIC CAR CRUISE-IN (Fourth Saturdays) From 5–9p.m. in downtown Eustis, take a stroll down memory lane with hundreds of classic, antique, and custom vehicles. Registration and admission are free. CONTACT: 352.357.8555

SALVATION ARMY COLLECTION The Salvation Army in Lake and Sumter counties is seeking donations from the public. The organization, which helps the needy locally, is asking for donations of food, basic necessities, money, and time. CONTACT: 352.365.0079 IN LAKE COUNTY AND 352.568.2284 IN SUMTER COUNTY

PAWS FOR MOUNT DORA (Second Sundays) Discover great places in Mount Dora for you and your pup during this monthly get-together on the “Waggin’ Trail.” The event runs

SOUTH LAKE HOSPITAL COMMUNITY CLASSES South Lake Hospital in Clermont hosts a full schedule of community classes and support groups throughout the year for the public to enjoy. There is a fee to attend some of the classes. CONTACT: WWW.SOUTHLAKEHOSPITAL. COM OR 352.241.7109

HUMANE SOCIETY/SPCA OF SUMTER COUNTY Humane Society/SPCA of Sumter

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Experience what makes dining and shopping special in Sumter County. Distinctive local restaurants will serve samples of their signature dishes. Enjoy live entertainment and browse displays from local boutiques and specialty shops. Local merchants will donate prizes for a silent auction. A portion of proceeds will fund new scholarships for graduating seniors at Wildwood High School, South Sumter High School, and The Villages Charter High School. Presented by the Sumter County Chamber of Commerce, tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door. CONTACT: 352.793.3099

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KATHE MURPHY AND RICK ARENZ

NANCY BOHNE AND LARRY HOLMES

PAT LABARGE AND MARYANN MILLER

SATURDAY JULY 6TH, 2013

ON THE BLOCK The Villages Singles Club held a block party at Spanish Springs Town Square. Members celebrated the Fourth of July, as well as the club’s one-year anniversary of hosting block parties. Attendees enjoyed a wonderful evening of dancing, socializing, and prize giveaways. The block party’s popular After Glow event was held at Katie Belle’s. The Villages Singles Club hosts monthly block parties at each of the town squares in The Villages. This month’s party will be held August 17th at Lake-Sumter Landing.

MICHELE FREIMAN, HELEN SARASKY,, AND ELLEN BRICE

“The people that come to the Villages Singles Club are some of the world’s best and most exciting!”

ADELE COOLEY AND JOHN HECKMAN

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ANN BURNS AND CAROL NALESNIK

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MUSIC TO THEIR EARS Those who attended Lakeridge Winery’s Summer Music Series on July 13th had a very great time. Attendees braved the humidity and afternoon rain to enjoy the wonderful tunes of the Nightly Blues Band, who performed numerous classical blues songs. In addition to music, festival-goers enjoyed wine, beer, soft drinks, and a variety of food. They also took tours of the winery’s beautiful 35,000-square-foot facility.

BRIAN LOCKLEY AND JOHNNY KANE

KRIS BURKE AND PARKER BERGELT

LUIS CRUZ AND NEELY FERNANDEZ

JOHN HARTMAN, ASHLEY HARTMAN, LAURIE THOMPSON, AND KRIS THOMPSON

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CATALINO NARVAEZ AND MARIAN ROMAN

CLAUDIA WING AND DOG “COCOA”

SONIA BENA AND JEDD LANCASTER

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On the scene // Hi, society! SHARON AND JOHN WILLIAMS

LYNN DILLINHAM AND JANICE RIVERS

NATE, SARAH AND GARY CARNEY

JOHN SCHROEDER, CAROL WARSHAW AND HARLEY THE PARROT

BONNIE AND DEAN WHITE

TINA SIMONS, LINDA RICKETSON, AND SANDI MOORE

SUNDAY JULY 7TH, 2013

DINNER AND A MOVIE The Leesburg Partnership’s Food Truck N’ Flick Night is a monthly event that allows attendees to enjoy a marvelous culinary and cinematic experience in one fun-filled evening. In July, the movie “Talladega Nights” featuring Will Ferrell was shown in Town Square. Numerous food trucks were at the event and served everything from barbecue and lobster bisque to gourmet sandwiches and shredded Italian beef.

NATALIE, CORYN AND KENNY JOHNSON

“We actually showed up by accident. Glad it turned out to be a happy ppy accident!” JOE SHIPES, JEAN-PAUL GALBREATH, PHIL BRAUN AND GREG THORPE

BOBBY NOBLES, ROBERT, CODENN AND KYLEE DOBBS

DOMENICA AND MARGARET JONES

RYAN AND PHILLIP VENDRO, TIFFANY, CHARLES AND JADYSON ANGLES

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MONDAY JULY 22ND, 2013

A ‘WHEEL’ TO HELP A fundraiser was held at Chick-fil-A in Mount Dora for Ride Across USA. Attendees enjoyed a bicycle raffle and won free breakfast items. More than $300 was raised. Ride Across USA is spearheaded by Mount Dora resident Tracy Draper. Her eight-member team will ride from California to Florida during a five-week span in 2014. The riders will raise money for Hope for the Warriors, a national organization that assists returning war veterans with professional development skills, counseling, and re-integration into society.

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GARRETT, GAVIN, AND ANGEL COFFMAN

“We are riding across the country on bicycles for ‘hope for the warriors’.” — Tracy Draper

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or Lori Bajares, domestic violence hits close to home. She remembers her personal nightmare all too well. The bruises, black eyes, cuts, and scrapes all over her body. The desperate cries and screams for help. The emotional trauma of thinking there was no escaping hell’s gate. As a resident of Texas in the early 1980s, Lori was verbally and physically abused by her then-husband. She endured this tortuous lifestyle for five years. “When I was seven months pregnant with our baby, he would punch me in the stomach,” says Lori, who today re-

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sides in Lake County. “I’d turn around and say, ‘Punch me, but don’t hit the baby.’ I remember always hiding in the closet because I never knew what kind of mood he would be in.” Her pleas for help routinely fell on deaf ears. “Back in the early 1980s, there were really no laws or repercussions for domestic violence,” she says. “There were times when I’d call the police, but they acted like it was no big deal.” Meanwhile, her husband controlled every aspect of her life. “He would not let me talk to family or friends. He would not let me work, and he would not let me have money. There were certain clothing items that he forbade

me to wear. He always said if I attempted to leave him, he would kill me and my parents.” But there came a time when she could take no more. In a desperate attempt to save herself and her baby, she fled Texas and drove to her parents’ home in Florida. Her mother wired her gas money so she could make the trip. However, her husband caught her before she arrived in Ormond Beach. “He beat me, took the car, and took the baby. When police arrived, my body was bloodied. They drove me to a shelter for domestic violence victims. That was the first time since marrying my husband I felt safe.”

A TASTE OF YESTERYEAR Lori managed to get her baby back and divorce her husband. She has not heard from him in decades. “I never bothered to go after him for child support because I did not want him near our child,” she says. Today, she is enjoying a happy marriage with her new husband, Salomon. In addition, she is the proud owner of Hairstranz Hair and Nail Salon, which she opened four years ago in Tavares. While her life has changed dramatically, she realizes that survivors of domestic violence must pay it forward to help other victims. Her company and other local businesses are sponsoring the second annual Midsummers Night of Romance on August 10th at Shea’s Fat Cats in Mount Dora. Proceeds from the event will benefit Haven of Lake and Sumter Counties, which serves victims of domestic violence and sexual assault by providing shelter, counseling, food, clothing, and educational classes. “There are many women who reside in Lake County, yet there is only one major shelter for victims of domestic violence,” she says. “There is just not enough space at Haven, and it is in dire need of a child day care, as well.” Guests will enjoy Rat Pack-inspired outfits and décor during this 1950s supper club-themed event. The highlight is a lingerie-and-evening-wear fashion show with both male and female models. In sticking with the supper club theme, tables will be decorated with tablecloths and lanterns, and attendees can order the favorite drinks enjoyed by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis, Jr.

during their Rat Pack heyday. In addition, those memorable doll-faced cigarette girls will walk around offering candy. “We want to make this event as realistic as possible,” Lori says. Lori will impersonate Academy Award-winning actress Elizabeth Taylor. During the evening, she will make “appearances” with Elizabeth’s seven husbands. In addition, prizes will be awarded to the three guests donning the most authentic costumes from ‘50s era. “I encourage people to come because it will be fun and will benefit a great cause.” Kelly Smallridge, executive director of Haven of Lake and Sumter Counties, said money raised from Midsummers Night of Romance will be used to purchase food, new underwear, soap, and shampoo for victims at the shelter. “It is wonderful what Lori is doing, and I thank her from the bottom of my heart,” Kelly says. “With the economy and unemployment the way it is, donations have not been coming in as rapidly. Events such as these go a long way in helping us fulfill all the needs of abused women we serve.”

PAYING IT FORWARD In addition to Midsummers Night of Romance, Lori will organize a second event in November, also to raise money for domestic violence victims. To be held at Ruby Street Grill in Tavares, the event is affectionately called “Purple Passion” because purple is the color of Domestic Violence Awareness. Purple Passion will feature a silent auction, giveaways, and guest speakers. Lori also provides free haircuts, manicures, and pedicures for women who are currently being served by Haven. “Going through what I did made me stronger, so I feel obligated to give back to victims of domestic violence because I understand the hell they are going through,” she says. “You have no self-esteem. You get to the point where you feel like you deserve the abuse. The abuser is very manipulative, but you are scared to death to leave. I want to help victims get through this and persevere.” Tickets to Midsummers Night of Romance cost $20. For more information, call Lori at 352.343.4237.

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t. Augustine means something different to everyone and just to show you how diverse the city can be, Style’s writers teamed up to share some of their favorite locations. We also invite you to tell us about your special St. Augustine places on our Facebook page!

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AT THE BRIDGE OF LIONS

ST. AUGUSTINE: DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVES If you have never discovered this Atlantic coast treasure or it has been awhile since you’ve visited, you may be surprised by the stunning architecture, culinary delights, family-friendly festivities, and an amazing history that has influenced Florida for 450 years. STORY+PHOTOS: MARY ANN DESANTIS, SHEMIR WILES, AND TINA MORRISON

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It’s hard to pick one favorite spot in St. Augustine, but the most surprising “find” for me was the Villa Zorayda, formerly known as the Zorayda Castle, located at 83 King Street. The history surrounding this 1883 building is just as fascinating as its Moorish architecture, which motivated Henry Flagler and others to conform to the city’s Spanish architectural heritage. It is also considered the first example of “fantasy architecture” in Florida — a precursor, so to speak, for Disney World. Inspired by the 12th Century Alhambra Palace in Granada, Spain, Boston architect Franklin W. Smith built Villa Zorayda as his winter residence. No detail was spared — most notably the cast plaster work that matches the Alhambra’s. The Moorish horseshoe arches and columns also are exact replicas of those in the famous Court of Lions found in Spain’s iconic palace. Now a museum, Villa Zorayda is filled with unique antiquities like a tent warmer and a 2,400-year-old sacred cat hair rug from Egypt. Smith’s legacy, however, is just as fascinating. Truly a Renaissance man, he was the founder of the YMCA and an early preservationist in St. Augustine. On the National Register of Historic Places, Villa Zorayda was closed in 2000 for nearly eight years for extensive and detailed renovations. The hokey, touristy look of the 1960s has been replaced by an elegant venue that is popular for weddings and special events. The best time to see Villa Zorayda is during the holiday season when evening candlelight tours give the rooms an ethereal glow that seemingly transports visitors into a classic Washington Irving tale from The Alhambra.

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My first visit to St. Augustine happened only a few months ago over the Memorial Day weekend. While I spent most of the time wandering the cobblestoned streets looking at the various shops and snapping photos of all the interesting sights, the place that I fell instantly in love with is probably also one of the most shrouded sites in the entire city: the Mission of Los Nombres de Dios. Considered the birthplace of Christianity in the New World, this Spanish Catholic mission traces its origins to the founding of St. Augustine in 1565 when Pedro Menéndez de Avilés landed on the shores of the Timucua Indian village of Seloy and proclaimed it for Spain. Shortly thereafter, Father Francisco Lopez de Mendoza Grajales, chaplain of the expedition, celebrated the first parish Mass. Though there is much to see at Mission of Los Nombres de Dios, one of the most striking features on the grounds is The Great Cross, a stainless steel cross that rises more than 200 feet above the Matanzas marshes. Guarding it is a massive statute of Father Lopez gazing devotedly toward the sky. Also breathtaking is The Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche, the first Catholic shrine dedicated to the Virgin Mary in the United States. The present chapel is a replica of earlier coquina chapels and provides visitors with a quiet place to pray. Though it was only a brief visit to Mission of Los Nombres de Dios, I left feeling bathed in tranquility and humility. Whether you are deeply religious or just needing a place of solace, this serene spot is perfect for winding down after a full day of sightseeing.

Driving into St. Augustine always puts a big smile on my face. My husband and I tied the knot there three years ago, and it is my favorite place in the world to be not just for the sentimental reasons, but for the gorgeous architecture and incredible food. I have two favorites that are always on my must-do list when I arrive in this historical town: staying at Casablanca Inn and eating at 95 Cordova. The oldest bed and breakfast in St. Augustine, Casablanca Inn was built by Henry Flagler in 1914 to be used as his residence while he was constructing what is now the famed Flagler College. The inn is spectacular, the view of the bay is unparalleled, and I always feel at home when we stay here. Perhaps the best part of being there is enjoying the bay breezes on the front porch with a glass of wine while listening to the tale of the “Woman with the Lantern,” one of the most wellknown ghost stories in St. Augustine. Once I am ready to leave our cozy room and peek out into the world, I head straight to my favorite restaurant, 95 Cordova. This gorgeous restaurant, which is situated in the renowned Casa Monica Hotel, exudes warmth and style. Being the creature of habit I am, I gravitate to the same three things on the menu: fresh pasta with cream sauce, the most incredible filet ever (and I like to think of myself as a steak connoisseur), and a glass of red wine. I am never disappointed when I come to this stunning city. Few places have the appeal and ambiance that St. Augustine does, and before I return home, I am already planning our next excursion to the “Nation’s Oldest City.”

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EATS // in the kitchen Out of the frying pan and onto the page

SEAFOOD There’s just something special about seafood in the summertime. Whether you’ve been soaking up rays at the beach or relaxing poolside every day, try mixing up the normal dinner routine with some fresh summer seafood. STORY: SHEMIR WILES A special thank you to Bubba’s Crab and Seafood, Leesburg

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MAD ABOUT BOILIN’ Into the boiling hot water with a splash tumbles an array of hard vegetables, marking the beginnings of a savory, hearty summer treat known in the South as a low-country boil.

PHOTO: FRED LOPEZ LOW COUNTRY BOIL PHOTOS: MARK RICE

ade with new potatoes, corn, shrimp, crab, and sausage, this easy one-pot meal is perfect for feeding large crowds on the beach or by the lake after a day of fun in the sun. “It’s just one of those meals you can do to feed a lot of people, and it’s something different from a barbecue,” says Gregg Dudley, a fourth-generation Weirsdale resident who enjoys making boils for his family and friends. “The best thing is it can cook while people are mingling and talking to each other.

And it’s foolproof. Even if you can’t cook, you can cook a low-country boil.” When Gregg first ventured into the world of low-country boil, he started with a handy recipe and a hankering for a meal fit to satisfy. However, over the years, he has ditched the recipe and tweaked it to his liking. “For color, I like to add green beans and carrots,” Gregg says. “And with the popularity of the show Duck Dynasty, people want crawfish added to the boils as a kind of a novelty. A lot of people want to try it.” When it comes to making a low-country boil, Gregg explains that it’s not an exact science; it’s about boiling whatever you want with

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LOW-COUNTRY BOIL YIELDS: 4 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS: 5 pounds red new potatoes 5 quarts water 3 lemons, cut in half 6 large garlic cloves, minced 2 white onions, quartered and unpeeled 1 (3-ounce) bag of crab boil seasoning 4 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning 2 pounds cooked kielbasa sausage, cut into 1½-inch pieces 6 ears of fresh sweet corn, cut in half 4 pounds large fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined DIRECTIONS: • Bring the lemons, onions, garlic, Old Bay, crab boil seasoning, and five quarts of water to a rolling boil. • Add potatoes and cover pot; cook five minutes. • Add sausage and corn and return to a boil. • Cook 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender. • Add shrimp to stockpot; cook three to four minutes, or until shrimp turn pink. • Drain. • Serve with cocktail sauce. Recipe adapted from: jamaicatravelandculture.com

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whatever seasoning you prefer. However, it’s best to start the boil off with any hard vegetables such as the red new potatoes and thick slices of onions. “When the vegetables are almost done, add the corn and sausage,” Gregg says. “Then when it’s right close to the end, dump in the crawfish or shrimp since it doesn’t need to cook that long. For seasoning, I like to use Old Bay, lemon, and lime.” As for serving this gratifying dish, Gregg says people can serve it on a large, nice serving plate, but he likes to go for the tradition of dumping it on a table covered with thick newspaper. “Anyone who seems to try a low-country boil is impressed with it and likes it,” he says. “It’s pretty easy and straightforward. And it’s fun to do.”

TREASURES FROM FLORIDA’S NORTHWEST COAST Scalloping season is underway! The tiny treasures from the bays around Florida’s northwest coast are fun to harvest and delicious to eat. STORY: MARY ANN DESANTIS

n armada has filled the waters around Homosassa, Crystal River, Steinhatchee, Keaton Beach, Port St. Joe, and Cape San Blas on Florida’s northwest coast since July 1st when Florida’s bay scalloping season officially opened. Vessels of all sizes, from kayaks to fishing boats and pontoons, are the first thing I remember seeing on my first scalloping trip a few years ago. I knew the small fan-shaped mollusks were a Florida delicacy, but I had no idea harvesting them

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could be so much fun. Donning snorkeling gear and diving into the sea grass near the mouth of the Homosassa River to catch my dinner was yet another way to experience “old” Florida. After all, Native Americans and early settlers enjoyed these bay scallops hundreds of years before Sunshine State chefs put them on menus. As we cruised along the river and into the bay, another aspect of old Florida was apparent. Scalloping areas are often near remote, secluded places untouched by developers. Only the

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Gulf waters extending from the Pasco-Hernando County line to the west bank of the Mexico Beach Canal in Bay County are open to scallop harvesting. And if you do go scalloping, make sure you bring your harvest ashore in one of these designated areas; otherwise, you could be fined. For those who don’t have access to a private boat, several charter boat companies in Homosassa and Crystal River offer scalloping adventures for both individuals and groups. Recreational harvesters need a Florida Saltwater Fishing License,

* Hurry to catch these little gems. Scalloping season ends September 24th

A FLORIDA RECIPE:

SCALLOP SLIDER INGREDIENTS: 3 pounds chicken breasts 2 sliced scotch bonnet or habanero peppers, chopped with seeds 8 garlic cloves, chopped 3 medium onions, chopped 1 tablespoon dried thyme or 2 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves 2 teaspoons ground black pepper 2 teaspoons molasses 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar 2 teaspoons salt 2 tablespoons ground allspice 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1/2 cup olive oil 1/2 cup soy sauce 1/2 cup lime juice 1 cup white vinegar (or malt vinegar)

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NOTE: Scotch bonnet and habanero peppers can cause extreme pain if they come in contact with your eyes, skin, tongue, or any other sensitive area. Wear protective gloves while handling the peppers and jerk sauce. DIRECTIONS: Chop the onions, garlic, and peppers. Blend all ingredients (except the chicken) in a blender until mostly smooth. Place chicken in a large baking dish. Add the sauce to the chicken breasts and coat thoroughly. Marinade overnight. Reserve some sauce for basting later. To bake, set the oven at 350 degrees and cook the chicken for 30 minutes. Turn the meat and bake an additional 30 minutes, or until the juices run clear when pierced with a knife. To grill, preheat the grill to medium high. Slowly cook, while turning regularly, until the chicken is cooked, or the breasts’ internal temperature reaches 165 to 170 degrees. Baste with remaining sauce while cooking. For best results, cook over a charcoal barbecue (ideally over a rack of pimento wood). Recipe courtesy of: scallophunter.com/scalloprecipes/

even if scalloping from shore. Snorkeling equipment comes in handy, and many rental boats provide everything needed for an enjoyable day on the water. Be aware that reservations fill up fast with the rental companies. There are limits to how many scallops you can har-

vest per trip. Each person is limited to two gallons of whole bay scallops in the shells, or one pint of scallop meat. I thought this was an abysmally small amount until my friends and I had to clean them. And it was definitely enough for my favorite dish: sautéed scallops tossed with angel hair

pasta, fresh parsley, a clove of garlic, and ParmiagianoReggiano cheese. If your palate is more adventurous, you may want to try this Scallop Slider recipe, courtesy of Tracey Newton at The Scallop Hunter. But hurry to catch these little gems. Scalloping season ends Sept. 24th! For more information about scalloping, visit the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission at myfwc. com/fishing/saltwater/recreational/bay-scallops/.

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FROM THE SEA Underneath a buoy in a picturesque harbor in France are tanks of fermenting grapes. It turns out the sea is a perfect place to begin the winemaking process. STORY: MARY ANN DESANTIS ILLUSTRATION: JOSH CLARK

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asque winemaker Emmanuel Poirmeur wants to create a New World wine in the Old World… and not just any Old World, but in southwest France just a stone’s throw from the world-famous and very traditional Bordeaux region. “I wanted to make wine that pairs well with local seafood and Basque cuisine,” says the winemaker, who lives in Ciboure just across the picturesque bay from France’s leading tuna fishing port of St. Jean de Luz. “We needed a white wine, especially one with just a little effervescence. I wanted to create a new wine that did not taste like a copy.” Like many young winemakers, Poirmeur is bucking some of the traditions that have been in place for hundreds of years. After studying and working in wineries from New Zealand to South America and Mexico, the 36-year-old returned to his beloved French Basque homeland to start Egia Tegia, which means “the truth workshop” in the Basque language. The Basque country spans the border between France and Spain on the Atlantic coast and through the Pyr-

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enees mountains. When the Romans invaded Gaul (now France) in 58 B.C., they recorded the presence of the Basque people, although it is believed the Basques were in the area long before the Romans arrived. Loyal to their roots, the Basques have their own language, customs and traditions, and a cuisine that blends the best ingredients from France and Spain. Surprisingly, Poirmeur is one of the few Basque winemakers. He uses primarily Chardonnay and Ugni Blanc grapes (more commonly known as Trebbiano). Ugni blanc is the most widely planted white grape in France and is often used for table wines and blending. With Poirmeur’s winemaking magic, however, the grape is the basis for one of his most popular and delicious white wines called “Dena Dela.” “We have only six dozen bottles of the 2012 vintage left,” he said in early May.

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OCEANS AWAY More and more winemakers are discovering ocean aging. Mira Winery became the first American winery to experiment with the technique, and on May 21st, retrieved four cases of its 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon out of the Charleston, S.C., harbor where the wine had been submerged for three months. Mira is offering the ocean-aged wine to its wine club members along with a bottle aged in the traditional method for a side-by-side comparison. Italian winemaker Piero Lugano had a storage problem when it was time to cellar his 2008 Bisson Abissi Prosecco. Therefore, he lowered 6,500 bottles of the wine to a depth of 200 feet in the Ligurian Sea in non-corrosive stainless steel cages for 13 months. The wine, critics said, was “beautifully aged.”

What makes the wine so unique is Poirmeur’s cellaring technique — he ferments 10 percent of his grapes underwater in the bay of St. Jean de Luz. Tanks are submerged for three to six months, which pressurizes the wine and gives it a very slight effervescence. The remaining 90 percent is cellared at his winery in the traditional way in stainless steel tanks made in Oregon. He only blends in 10 percent of underwater-cellared wine because he wants “just a little bit of sparkling.” The sea provides a constant temperature and pressure for the tanks, which are submerged to depths of about 15 meters (about 50 feet). When the tanks are ready to be brought up, Poirmeur dons his scuba gear and retrieves them with the help of friends. Poirmeur explains older winemakers are often resistant to change, but they are curious about what he is doing. “More than 1,200 winemakers from France have come to see the winery, even the ones from large chateaus in Bordeaux,” he says. “Some of them say I’m getting crazy.” But that could change as more and more people hear about his success-

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ful techniques. The top Japanese chefs in France already clamor for the crisp and refreshing wines that pair well with sushi, and several of France’s highly respected Michelin-starred restaurants offer Egia Tegia wines. Poirmeur says the large Basque community in Tampa has also heard about his wines and has expressed interest in getting them in the U.S. He is working with a distributor to do just that as he works to produce his 2013 vintage.

ABOUT THE WRITER Living in Italy was the catalyst for Mary Ann DeSantis to understand more about wine, and she now enjoys sharing what she’s learned. Since 2010, “Salute” has covered topics for oenophiles of all levels — from novice wine drinkers to experienced connoisseurs. The column received a 2012 Florida Press Club Excellence in Journalism Award for Commentary.

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eigh Love and Jesse Thomas coown this quaint downtown eatery, and both are no strangers to the Mount Dora culinary scene. Love previously owned and operated 5th Avenue Café, an upscale restaurant that featured organic and clean cuisine. Later, Thomas joined 5th Avenue as executive chef. The inspiration for PizzAmoré began with Thomas, who would make personal pizzas for the staff every time he baked bread at 5th Avenue. “It was nothing serious,” he says. “A lot of my early jobs were in pizzerias, and I always liked the work environment.”

With the discovery of Thomas’ pizzamaking skills paired with the employees’ consistent glowing reviews, both Thomas and Love hatched a plan to create a new endeavor that would be a place where people could enjoy a relaxing, familyfriendly environment and good food at reasonable prices. Thus, 5th Avenue was shuttered and PizzAmoré was born. I was excited to see how PizzAmoré stacked up against other pizzerias I have visited over the years. I began with their popular Greek salad. Made with garden-fresh romaine lettuce topped with tomatoes, feta cheese, red onions, cucum-

ber, a country olive medley, and hickory smoked ham, this salad made for an extremely fresh start. I enjoyed the added twist of the ham and the homemade Greek dressing, which was delightful and robust. Next, I tried an order of jumbo chicken wings, dressed sloppy style (a mixture of their buffalo, barbecue, and parmesan garlic sauces). The wings were baked instead of fried, but they were still quite crisp on the outside yet juicy on the inside. Furthermore, the blend of all three sauces gave the wings a balanced sweet and sour taste with a hefty kick of garlic, which I absolutely loved. Though I wanted to finish my wings, I decided to save room for what I truly longed for — pizza. I sampled two different pies: the classic Margherita pizza and the artisan pizza of the week, which was a homemade barbecue chicken pizza with bacon and fresh pineapple, topped with a cheddar cheese blend, and finished with green onions. Both pizzas were exquisite. The ingredients were extremely fresh, especially the Roma tomatoes on the Margherita

pizza. The artisan pizza was sauced lightly with the homemade barbecue sauce, which did not overpower the toppings. And both pizzas were cheesy without being oily. Nevertheless, the true standout with both pizzas was the crust. It was thin, but not so thin that it would flop when you picked it up. The crust was also slightly crispy on the outside with still enough chew and tenderness on the inside. “We worked really hard on the crust because we wanted to make a bread product people would actually want to eat,” Thomas says. In keeping with the current health food craze, PizzAmoré also offers gluten-free and whole-wheat crusts, gluten-free pasta, and gluten-free beer. “When I see the satisfied look from a customer who hasn’t had pizza in ages try our gluten-free pizza, it warms my heart,” Love says. For dessert, I had the award-winning crème brûlée. A simple dish with not many ingredients, this homemade treat still captivated me with its rich, savory custard base and dulcet caramel shell. It

was too good to waste any of it, so, naturally, I finished the entire helping. From its nice selection of craft beers to its daily specials, PizzAmoré is easy on the wallet but still offers a touch of rustic elegance. With a promise to always put freshness first, the pizzeria is certain to have continued success as more people discover this hidden treasure.

ADDRESS 622 N. Donnelly St., Mount Dora, FL 32757 PHONE 352.383.0092 HOURS OF OPERATION Sunday–Thursday, 11:30a.m.–9p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 11:30a.m.–10p.m. POPULAR DISHES Lasagna: $7.50 Chicken Parmigiana: $13 Margherita pizza: $15 (14-inch large)/$17 (16-inch extra-large) Meat Lovers pizza: $16 (14-inch large)/$20 (16-inch extra-large) Artisan pizza: $15 (14-inch large)/$18 (16-inch extra-large) POPULAR DESSERTS Cheesecake: $4 Crème brûlée: $5 Tiramisu: $5

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COUSIN VINNIE’S FAMILY SPORTS RESTAURANT OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK: 11A.M.–9P.M. // FOOD, SPIRITS, MUSIC, SPORTS 10700 U.S. HWY. 441, LEESBURG // 352.253.2442 Cousin Vinnie’s is located on US Hwy. 441 across from Lake Square Mall and Home Depot. Owner “Cousin Vinnie” Vittoria has created a unique atmosphere by combining a Sports Bar with a Family Restaurant. With seating for 100 guests, they can easily accommodate any team or organization. Since opening in July 2008, Vinnie’s has become famous for outstanding food and service! The residents of Lake and Sumter counties have voted them BEST WINGS in 2009 / 2010 / 2011 / & 2012. Vinnie’s family has created 38 unique wing sauces to choose from. They also serve up a perfectly seasoned ½ lb. Burger, Personal Pan Pizzas, Chicken Strips, Shrimp, Calamari, fresh Tuna, Chicken and Shrimp Salads, 15 unbelievable Signature Appetizers, the perfect Ribeye Philly Cheese Steak and many different deep fried Desserts! Tuesday from 4– 8p.m. is “Family Night” when kids 10-andunder eat absolutely free. Wednesday night is “Trivia Night” the fun starts at 6:30p.m. with great prizes given to the top 3 teams. Thursday night is Karaoke Night from 7:00-10:30p.m. Cousin Vinnie’s also offers a very comfortable bar, 7 large plasmas, great music covering many different genres, free Wi-Fi, Golden Tee, an electronic Dart Board, Galaga, Miss Pac-Man, and most importantly… a very enthusiastic staff ready to serve YOU! “I hope to meet your family very soon… it is my goal to exceed your expectations on every visit.” says owner Cousin Vinnie.

BLOOM’S BAKING HOUSE AND RESTAURANT 610 W. MAIN STREET, LEESBURG // 352.787.1004 “Full of homemade goodness.” That’s the feel-good phrase that describes Bloom’s Baking House and Restaurant. From the vintage soda-shop-inspired interior to the friendly and attentive “Bloom girls,” your experience will be a fantastic one. The menu offers an array of baked goods including a variety of homemade pies, breads, and cookies. They also offer a delicious pulled pork sandwich, Swiss chicken wrap, and layered salad smothered with an out-of-this-world homemade parmesan dressing. Whatever you fancy, this restaurant delivers its “full of homemade goodness” promise. HOURS OF OPERATION: MONDAY–SATURDAY 7A.M.–3P.M

RUSTY FOX STEAKHOUSE 649 12TH STREET, CLERMONT 352.394.3333 // WWW.RUSTYFOXSTEAKHOUSE.COM If you are looking for a “hidden gem” and something that is family-owned as well, then come on in to the Rusty Fox Steakhouse. Our diverse menu includes a selection of dinner entrees including Angus steaks, slow-roasted prime rib, seafood dishes including shrimp and grits and whole snapper (when available), and chicken dishes such as roasted lemon rosemary chicken and chicken primavera. Our restaurant prides itself on offering house-made fresh sauces, dressings, and soups. Lunch is served daily offering half-pound Angus burgers, prime rib subs, grilled Reubens and much more. Also served daily are lunch and dinner specials, including the extremely popular prime rib dinner special on Sunday, Wednesday and Saturday. HOURS OF OPERATION: MONDAY – SATURDAY: LUNCH SERVED 11A.M.–4P.M. DINNER SERVED 4P.M.–9P.M. SUNDAY: LUNCH AND DINNER SERVED 11A.M.–9P.M.

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TOPPERS TAVERN 3351 W. BURLEIGH BLVD., TAVARES // 352.508.5137 WWW.HURRICANEDOCKSIDEGRILL.COM Located in the Del Webb Spruce Creek’s gated community, Toppers Tavern is part of the Eagle Ridge Golf Club owned by Brown Golf Management. Our menu, created by Chef Jeff Gallo, features pub-style cuisine, including burgers, sandwiches, fish and chips, steak, seafood, and pizza. Come check out our clubhouse and enjoy a relaxing atmosphere with an amazing view of the Eagle Ridge golf course. We also offer bookings for special events and parties both large and small. We look forward to seeing you soon at Toppers Tavern! HOURS OF OPERATION: TUESDAY, BAR AND LOUNGE: WEDNESDAY–SATURDAY, FULL RESTAURANT: SUNDAY BRUNCH: LOUNGE: CLOSED MONDAY

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PALM TREE GRILLE 351 NORTH DONNELLY STREET, MOUNT DORA 352.735.1936 // WWW.PALMTREEGRILLE.COM 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 more than 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. LOCATED IN MOUNT DORA, THE PALM TREE GRILLE HAS BEEN FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED SINCE 1995. HOURS OF OPERATION: SUNDAY MONDAY–SATURDAY

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BAMBOO BISTRO 700 NORTH HWY. 441 (IN FRONT OF TARGET), LADY LAKE // 352.750.9998 The Villages Bamboo Bistro welcomes you to experience 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 Tso’s chicken. Noodle soups and noodle dishes are also available, a variety of Asian beers and the extensive selection of wine will complement that perfect meal. Dim Sum Hours: Monday–Saturday 11 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sunday Noon–9 p.m. HOURS OF OPERATION: MONDAY–THURSDAY FRIDAY AND SATURDAY SUNDAY

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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 EUSTIS // 469 Plaza Dr. // 352.357.7827 MOUNT DORA // 18870 U.S. Hwy. 441 // 352.735.4376 LEESBURG // 2013 Citrus Blvd. // 352.787.6442 10135 U.S. Hwy. 441, Suite 4 // 352.326.3234 27405 U.S. Hwy. 27, Suite 4 // 352.314.8847 THE VILLAGES // 1580 Bella Cruz Drive // 352.750.9600 8796 S.E. 165th Mulberry Lane // 352.750.9991 1070 Lake Sumter Landing Drive // 352.205.8535 349 Colony Blvd. // 352.391.1657 WILDWOOD // 480 W. Gulf to Alantic Hwy. // 352.748.8800 HOURS OF OPERATION: MONDAY–SATURDAY SUNDAY

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THE GOBLIN MARKET RESTAURANT & LOUNGE 331-B DONNELLY STREET (REAR ALLEY), MOUNT DORA 352.735.0059 // WWW.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. HOURS OF OPERATION: LUNCH TUESDAY–SATURDAY 11A.M.–3:00P.M. DINNER 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).

T WESTON’S SMOKEHOUSE 1210 N. MAIN STREET, WILDWOOD // 352.748.9378 A dining experience at T Westons Smokehouse in Wildwood will definitely get your taste buds smoking! Owners Tracy and Aileen Smith go above and beyond to ensure guests enjoy a wonderful dining experience and delicious food. The lunch menu, designed to cater to the working class, features an assortment of sandwiches (pulled pork, pulled chicken, and smoked chicken salad, etc.), burgers (bacon cheeseburger, green chili and jack cheese burger, etc.), lunch entrees (smoked chicken, St. Louis-style ribs, etc.), and salad. At dinnertime, the Smiths dim the lights to offer a fine dining experience. The dinner menu includes wonderful selections such as filet mignon, smoked prime rib, a brisket dinner, and St.Louis-style ribs. All meats are smoked over two types of wood — pecan and blackjack oak. The restaurant offers catering, as well as a takeout window for those on the go. DINE IN • TAKE OUT • DELIVERY • CATERING HOURS OF OPERATION: TUESDAY–THURSDAY: 11AM–8PM FRIDAY AND SATURDAY: 11AM–9PM CLOSED SUNDAY AND MONDAY

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stomaches That pain in your gut might be more than just a nagging bellyache. It could be a sign of celiac and mesenteric artery blockage, which has the potential to cause severe damage to your stomach and intestines.

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Our Community Our community is one of the most charitable in the state… possibly the country. We have many nonproﬁts that support all ages, backgrounds, and illnesses with a variety of activities in which anyone can participate. The numbers of people who come out to support these causes touches me, and my team at ICE is among them. We are active supporters of our local YMCA, Ocala Women’s Shelter, American Heart Association, and local food banks. Our team also organizes an annual Walk to End Cardiovascular Disease event each November. These community activities give us the chance to hear from our neighbors who have a personal connection with a disease or condition, delivering the message of awareness closer to home. It also gives us the opportunity to support the cause by walking or running, which I feel is a win-win! The desired result is that we use this knowledge to identify early symptoms of conditions like celiac and mesenteric artery blockage and feel empowered to help ourselves, our families, and our neighbors live healthier lives. By dedicating ourselves to such causes each year, we educate and update each other on these issues and can make strides toward living healthier lives — and hopefully saving lives, too. Imagine how much healthier we would be if we all picked something to support each month. Even if it is just reading about a new condition or disease on the Internet, we can discover so much about what is impacting world health and provide for greater understanding of those around us. Another win-win for our community! Yours,

Asad U. Qamar, MD FACC, FCCP, FSGC, FACP, FSCAI Cardiologist

Celiac and mesenteric artery interventions The section of the aorta — the body’s main artery — that travels through the abdomen has a huge job, considering it supplies blood flow to areas of the body where digestion and filtration take place. There are several arteries that branch off the aorta in this area and attach to the vital organs in the abdomen. But why is blood and oxygen important for digestion and filtration? What can go wrong if our body cannot amass our blood cell ‘troops’ to these organs when they are needed? To understand how this system of arteries works together, think in threes. First, there is the celiac

artery: a short, thick stump that sticks out from the aorta. This stump is one of three major branches of the abdominal aorta. The others are the superior and inferior mesenteric arteries. The celiac artery serves the liver, stomach, abdominal esophagus, spleen, the ﬁrst half of the pancreas, and the small intestine where most chemical digestion takes place. The other two branches — the superior and inferior mesenteric arteries — feed the intestines, colon, pancreas, and the rectum with oxygenrich blood. We know arteries become narrow due to plaque buildup on their walls, a process

called atherosclerosis. However, what is diﬀerent about plaque in arteries located in the abdomen is the repercussions are even more complex. For example, the celiac artery is a key source of blood to the organs in the abdomen because the interconnections with the other major arteries cannot provide enough blood to the tissue on their own. In severe cases, obstruction of arteries located in the abdomen could cause the tissue to die. But one thing is certain, when the stomach and intestines do not have enough circulation, they cannot digest or process food properly. This

can cause a domino eﬀect in other areas of the body. The safest way to determine whether the symptoms are a result of a bad casserole recipe or the result of blockage is to visit professionals like those at ICE. They can evaluate whether the symptoms of weight loss, severe abdominal pain, bloating after eating, vomiting, dizziness, or low blood pressure are just a bad meal or if combined with risk factors such as diabetes, obesity, physical inactivity, high cholesterol, or other cardiovascular diseases, are of concern and need attention.

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Chronic mesenteric ischemia is more common in women than men, and occurs after age 60. The 3 major abdominal blood vessels that may become blocked include the celiac artery, superior mesenteric artery or inferior mesenteric artery.

“Six to eight weeks after Dr. Qamar cleared the blockages, I found myself sitting down to lunch with the girls after a round of golf.”

Source: http://my.clevelandclinic.org/heart/disorders/vascular/ visceralischemiasyndrome.aspx

CASE STUDY

Fearless Kristine Socialization in The Villages is usually planned around food, but imagine being afraid to eat. One sip of soup or one bite of a sandwich was enough to send me to the floor writhing with stomach pain. At times I would vomit or have diarrhea. Not only were these episodes embarrassing for me and my friends, I also worried about how I would get home in such pain. I stopped going to dinners in fear of having an episode and this drastically affected my social life. I spent four years trying to find out why I was instantly sick after each meal. It wasn’t until the past year that my gastroenterologist discovered my celiac and

mesenteric arteries were blocked, so he referred me to Dr. Qamar at ICE. After a series of tests, including an ultrasound, d Dr. Qamar confidently and n reassuringly said, “We can fix this.” He confirmed thatt d. both arteries were blocked. There was no blood flow to my stomach, which prevented my stomach from digesting food. Six to eight weeks after Dr. Qamar cleared the blockages, I found myselff h sitting down to lunch with the girls after a round of h golf. I ordered a sandwich and was able to finish halff of it without any pain. I ’t know half a sandwich isn’t a lot to many people, but to at me it was more than what I had been able to eat in a e! very long time… pain-free!

— Kristine Chiplock

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Dr. Justin Ferns and Dr. Anis Shahmiri Join the Team The Institute of Cardiovascular Excellence (ICE) is proud to welcome two new additions to its team of healthcare providers. Justin Ferns, M.D., FACC, joins the cardiovascular team while Anis Shahmiri, M.D., joins the Institute of Medical Excellence, the primary and family medicine division of ICE. Both doctors will see patients in the new Summerfield office with Dr. Ferns also offering appointments in Ocala. The Summerfield office now offers medical care from the Institute of Cardiovascular Excellence, the Institute of Medical Excellence, and The Limbstitute. By providing services under one roof, patients can expect a seamless continuum of care for whole body wellness with open communication between medical staff and practitioners. New patients are welcome.

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