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Bark in the Park (April 5)

Enjoy this 5K/10K run with or without a dog. Bring the entire family to enjoy food, games, and music! Accompany your dog to an obedience class, visit with some shelter animals, learn how to care for your dog, and even get your doggie a massage. The event will benefit three Minneola schools and other local events for needy families. Free admission. Location: 315 Madison Ave., Minneola.

Information: 352.394.7444 or kiwanisofminneola.org

Spring Bluebird Blitz (April 5)

The Florida Bluebird Society’s annual Spring Bluebird Blitz is a fun way to monitor bluebirds across the state. Join the rangers from Lake County Parks and Trails to help count how many of these beautiful birds live at PEAR Park in Leesburg. From 8 to 10a.m.

Information: 352.253.4950

Open Up and Say AHHH... (April 6)

Join Waterman Wellness for a special presentation by Dr. Michael Freedman, who will talk about detection and treatments for oral, head, and neck cancer. Light refreshments will be provided. Call to reserve a space in the free screening.

Information: 352.253.3635

Finding Dora Drawdy Cocktail Fare & Fashion Show (April 12)

Mount Dora’s original “diva” Dora Drawdy is honored with this fundraiser that assists Lake County women with mammogram screenings for breast cancer. Starts at 4p.m. at Lakeside Inn. Tickets: $20.

Information: 352.735.1191

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Spring Fling 5K (April 12)

Held at Palmora Park, this annual event presented by the Leesburg Regional Medical Center Wellness Center includes a 5K run, fitness walk, and a kids fun run event. Online preregistration is $20 (day-of registration opens at 6:30a.m. and is $25). Door prizes and gift certificates will be randomly awarded. T-shirts will be given to the first 200 preregistered participants (adult sizes only).

Information: www.itsyourrace.com or 352.323.5640

Golf for Education (April 14)

The ever-popular tournament will be held at RedTail Golf Club. Event registration begins at 11:30a.m. with a shotgun start at 12:30p.m. Entry fee is $75 per player and includes greens fees, cart, tee bags, range balls, a pre-tournament lunch, prizes, and a post-tournament awards celebration.

Information: 352.669.3511

Nourish Your Digestive System (April 28)

Having more fiber in your diet helps lower blood cholesterol, prevents constipation, and may help prevent cancer. Find out if you are shortchanging yourself and learn how to use fiber to improve your digestive health. Also, learn how consuming fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, probiotics, and prebiotics can help our bacteria stay within a healthy balance. From 1 to 2:30p.m. at Lady Lake Public Library.

Information: http://lldigestive.eventbrite.com

South Lake Dragon Boat Festival (May 2–3)

Two days of fun for the entire family. Friday, enjoy food and entertainment. Saturday is the dragon boat race, vendors, family fun zones, and a health fair. Event is free to spectators. Make sure to bring lawn chairs. Proceeds benefit New Beginnings of Lake County and other local charities.

Information: 352.617.8788

The Clermont Challenge 5K/10K/ Slalom Longboard Races (May 3)

Pro/Am longboard racing returns to Lake Louisa State Park. The challenge will host over 150 Pro/Am skateboarders from across the nation to compete. The morning features 5K and 10K distance longboard races and lunchtime will include a longboard dance and freestyle contest. Starting at 1:30p.m., pro skater Keith Hollien will host a dual “Head to Head” hybrid slalom race. Proceeds benefit The Ian Tilmann Foundation Inc. and the Helmet for a Promise program, which provides a free helmets to skaters who promise to wear them whenever they skate.

Information: 813.215.9950

Christopher J. Johnson, DO, FACOS

Dr. Johnson relocated to Clermont FL in 2002. In January 2004 along with Dr. Florin they established Mid Fl Surgical Associates and began providing surgical care to Lake, Sumter and West Orange counties.

with Dr. Florin established Mid Fl Surgical Associates and care to Lake, Sumter and West counties.

Dr. Johnson specializes in general surgery with interest in minimally invasive robotic procedures, and robotic single site surgery. He was the first surgeon to perform a robotic procedure in South Lake County. He also serves as a proctor for Robotic Training. He remains a strong supporter in minimally invasive procedures and stays abreast of the latest techniques. Robotic procedures are the most current technology available in general surgery today. Dr. Johnsons interest are colorectal, bowel, biliary, and hernia surgeries. Aditionally, he provides care for patients with breast and endocrine disease.

invasive and robotic single site surgery. He was the rst surgeon to a robotic in South He remains a supporter in invasive and stays abreast of the available in surgery today. Dr. Johnsons interest are colorectal, bowel, biliary, care for

Dr. Johnson is active in the community. He has served as chief of staff at South Lake Hospital for the past several years and previously served as chief of surgery. He is a member or the Florida Medical Association, the American Osteopathic Association and Lake Sumter Medical Society. He is board certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Surgery and is a fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons.

Dr. Johnson is active in community. He has served as chief of served as chief of surgery. He is a member or the Florida Medical Association, Association and Lake Sumter Medical He is board certified g y and is a fellow of the A nd is a of f Osteopathic Surgeons.

He is married and have three children. He as soccer and snowboarding

He is married to Ann Johnson and they have three children. He enjoys family time, attending sporting events and outdoor activities such as soccer and snowboarding.

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1804 Oakley Seaver Dr. Suite A

Clermont, FL 34711

P 352.243.2622 Fax 352.243.6277

A Fair Share

Lake Ear, Nose, and Throat & Facial Plastic Surgery held a wellness fair at its location in The Villages. Drs. Dino Madonna, S. Dwight Vaught, and Michael Freedman gave seminars on sinuplasty, hearing loss, weight and nutrition management, and facial rejuvenation. They also provided hearing screenings and vein and varicose screenings. Attendees enjoyed finger foods and beverages, as well as drawings for massages and facials.

Leaving A Legacy

Project Legacy held its second annual Appreciation Dinner at Harbor Hills Country Club. The organization helps fund community projects that benefit area youth. The dinner was a way to thank partners and individuals who have donated money to the organization. Attendees had an opportunity to network, enjoy a nice dinner, and listen to the stories of children who are benefiting from Project Legacy’s hard work.