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It’s easy for people to look at the rich and famous and think, “They’re extraordinary.” However, the truly extraordinary live among us with remarkable talents, incredible tales and dogged ambition. For our fourth annual Extraordinary People issue, Style presents the stories of three people who epitomize what it means to be one of a kind. STORY: GARY CORSAIR, JAMES COMBS AND SHEMIR WILES
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With so many events to choose from throughout the year, it’s hard to know which ones you don’t want to miss. Check out Style’s top 10 list of extraordinarily well done local events that raise money for good causes.
LAKE&SUMTER EDITION On the cover DIRECTION: JAMIE EZRA MARK PHOTOSHOP: JOSH CLARK
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FIRST THINGS FIRST 22 #TRENDING Find out what local winery won big this summer at some of the country’s most prestigious wine competitions. 26 PERSON OF INTEREST Wildwood resident Greg Chinama explores how apathy affects society. 28 OUTSTANDING STUDENT Music and medicine strikes a chord with Eustis High School student Ryan Gill.
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NO SLEEP FOR ME The email from my 21-year-old friend was innocent enough, but hit me like a ton of bricks. “No sleep for me,” Teddy mass messaged friends, family and acquaintances after purchasing Destiny, the latest blow-‘em-allup video game. The message arrived the day Activision released its futuristic save-the-Earth-fromaliens video game. Teddy was one of 8 million gamers who enthusiastically paid $60 to be a Guardian, the last brave and trigger-happy defenders of the human race. “No sleep for me,” Teddy wrote. Hmmm … I had heard those words before. But where? The answer came as I signed my name to a condolence card to the wife of the nicest man I knew. John Brandeburg, a tireless supporter of causes he passionately believed in who passed away in early September, spoke those very words to me back in April. I had bumped into Brande outside the Leesburg Partnership office, which was abuzz with volunteers running hither and thither the night before Bikefest. Brande was on his way to show volunteers how to run a beer tent that would generate funds for the Leesburg Lightning baseball team. I told him he looked tired. He replied, “No sleep for me. Not when we’re this close to the start of Bikefest.” Brande spent many sleepless nights staying awake to promote baseball, his wife’s candidacy for the Lake County School Board, political candidates he supported and any cause that promised to improve Leesburg.
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Brande was truly a community servant. He slaved for things he believed in. Meanwhile, a generation of Teddys is enslaved to online, first-person shooter video games. I shudder to think what will get done in our communities when the Teddys are forced out of dark bedrooms, forced to tear themselves away from the fantasylands of Destiny, Call of Duty and Halo. Like it or not, today’s Teddys are tomorrow’s leaders. And they will soon realize that challenges in the real world are more formidable than threats posed by video aliens. Perhaps they’ll surprise me and become tireless, self-sacrificing leaders like John Brandeburg. Perhaps, but I’m not optimistic. I am afraid the Teddys will be woefully unprepared to cope with real issues. I fear they won’t learn the people skills essential for strong leadership. I’m anticipating a lot of sleepless nights when the John Brandeburgs disappear and the Teddys take charge. Maybe I’ll be gone by that time. If not, I have a feeling I’ll be the one saying, “No sleep for me.” Until next time,
Gary Corsair Executive Editor Gary@akersmediagroup.com
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PUBLISHER/EDITOR-IN-CHIEF kendra@akersmediagroup.com
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Jamie Ezra Mark CHIEF CREATIVE OFFICER jamie@akersmediagroup.com
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EDITORIAL // DESIGN // PHOTOGRAPHY Gary Corsair Steven J. Codraro
EXECUTIVE EDITOR CREATIVE DIRECTOR gary@akersmediagroup.com steve@akersmediagroup.com
Shemir Wiles Josh Clark
SENIOR STAFF WRITER SENIOR DESIGNER/ADVERTISING shemir@akersmediagroup.com josh@akersmediagroup.com
Mary Ann DeSantis Anthony Casto
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James Combs Michael Gaulin
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This has been an extraordinary year — and we still have a quarter of 2014 left to experience more wonderful things! There are a lot of extraordinary things happening here at Akers Media that I’m happy to share. As you know we have had several great additions to our team. In January we welcomed Melanie Melvin to our creative team as our Director of Client Relations, mid-year we introduced our new Executive Editor, Gary Corsair, and this month we are extremely excited to bring back Sabrina Ciceri as our Associate Publisher. As we merge the talents and experiences of these individuals together and combine them with the already existing talent here at Akers, I believe it is safe to say we now have the ultimate dream team. What does all of this mean to you? It’s simple; it means better magazines with even more local content and better representation of this amazing community. I feel so blessed to live in a place that has so much to offer. From the unique, exciting atmosphere of The Villages to the amazing downtowns of Clermont, Eustis, Tavares, Wildwood, Leesburg and Mount Dora, Lake and Sumter counties has it all. It’s no wonder Style is filled with great content from cover to cover. Speaking of Style magazine, I have another extraordinary announcement to celebrate with you. Next month will mark the 10-year anniversary of Lake and Sumter Style. Our November issue will highlight some of the great stories of local people, places and events that we have covered over the last 10 years. I was there when we cracked open the very first box in 2004 and today, I still feel the same sense of pride and excitement each and every month when we deliver you a new issue. I hope you enjoy this month’s EXTRA-ORDINARY issue. As always, we would love your feedback.
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MISSION ACCOMPLISHED A 28-member mission team from Florida Hospital Waterman recently made life better for residents of the Dominican Republic. The team helped construct a one-room, freestanding library attached to a school they helped build in 2003
during a mission trip to Barahona. In addition, team members were involved in various community outreach activities. One was Vacation Bible School, which included Bible stories, singing and interactive activities. They also hosted
daily health seminars for women in the community while discussing topics such as diabetes management, home remedies and positive parenting. “It is important for us to not only look at our mission of extending the healing
ministry of Christ internally within the hospital walls and in the community, but also anywhere that we can make an impact,” says David Ottati, president and chief executive officer of Florida Hospital Waterman.
FLOURISH: MIND, BODY, SPIRIT Dr. Caroline Leaf will be the featured speaker at Flourish: Mind, Body, Spirit fifth annual Women’s Health Conference on Oct. 25 at The Father’s House in Leesburg. Dr. Leaf is author of “Switch on Your Brain,” which shows how the Bible can inform our view of science and the brain. Leaf maintains science and scripture are not bitter enemies, but actually complement each other. She shares with readers the “switch” in our brains that enables us to live happier, healthier, more enjoyable lives in which we get our thought life under control, achieve our goals and even increase our intelligence. Flourish: Mind, Body, Spirit runs from 9:30a.m.–1p.m. For more information or to register visit thefathershouse.com or call 352.315.1815.
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BIGGEST WINNERS The second round of Florida Hospital Waterman’s Biggest Loser Winner employee weight-loss competition featured more than twice as many participants as last year and twice as many pounds dropped.
TRASHY FASHION
You may never view trash in the same way. At least that’s what organizers of the Lake County Library System’s annual Trash to Fashion Show Contest hope. The fashion show, scheduled Oct. 18 inside Mount Dora’s W.T. Bland Public Library, is a fun competition of wearable art and avant-garde fashion created out of trash. Participants from 8–19 are eligible to compete in the event and are judged on originality, creative use of materials and craftsmanship. Entries can be obtained at one of the 15 public libraries in the Lake County Library System or downloaded at mylakelibrary.org. The entry deadline is Oct. 6.
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Eighty-eight dedicated employees lost 882 pounds in the contest that offered more than $500 in cash prizes.
ACHIEVING GRAPE RESULTS
It has been a super sweet summer for Lakeridge Winery and Vineyards. The Clermont-based winery recently won a combined 29 medals at some of the country’s most prestigious wine competitions. They include the International Women’s Wine Competition in Sonoma County, California; the Los Angeles International Wine Competition; and the San Francisco International Wine Competition. Several Lakeridge brands received gold medals, including the Sunblush, Southern Red and Southern White. In addition, the winery’s Pink Crescendo was named Best of Class.
FOSTERING LOVE Joe and Sabrina Ciceri have been named the 2014 Kids Central Inc. Foster Parents of the Year. In the past year, the Yalaha couple have fostered seven children. “My life on Earth is short in comparison to my entire life,” Sabrina says. “Feeding the love of Jesus into these children is what makes me happy at the deepest level of who I am. It’s hard some days but also very rewarding. And if we don’t do it, who will? It is sad but most people are not willing to foster.” Nominees for the award go above and beyond in providing a safe and nurturing home for dependent children. Murray McMahon, a guardian ad litem volunteer, nominated the couple for the award. “Sabrina and Joe have been foster parents for a little less than one year but have made significant strides in caring for multiple children with mixed needs,” he wrote in his nomination letter. “They have shown a unique quality of bonding quickly with the children they represent.”
DID YOU KNOW? Three milestone events will occur in Mount Dora within the next month. The 40th annual Bicycle Festival will be held Oct. 10–12; the 30th annual Craft Fair will be held Oct. 25–26; and the 20th annual Mount Dora Plant and Garden Fair will be held Nov. 1–2.
First things first // person of interest Movers and shakers
FAST FACTS: • Served two tours of duty in Iraq. • Recently had a book published titled “Living in the Age of Apathy”.
was published. The book explores how apathy toward various aspect of society — government, religion, relationships and parenting — negatively affects our country. I want the book to help people reflect on themselves and figure out in which areas of life they need to be more compassionate. To prosper as a country, we cannot afford to have so many people take an “I-don’t-care” attitude toward important societal issues. The book can be purchased on Amazon.com.
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MILITARY CAREER ADVICE: Don’t choose a military branch because you’re gungho or think one branch is tougher than another. Carefully research which branch offers you the most benefits, such as college funds or career preparation.
GREG CHINAMA
FAVORITE WAR MOVIE: “Platoon.”
PHOTO: FRED LOPEZ
AGE : 3 4 LIVES IN WILDWOOD RESIDENTIAL SPECIALIST FOR LIFESTREAM BEHAVIORAL CENTER’S ANTHONY HOUSE
AT YOUR SERVICE: I was a U.S. Marine from 1997 to 2001. After 9/11 happened, I enlisted in the U.S. Army because I knew fellow soldiers were preparing for war and I wanted to be there with them. I served in Iraq for six months in 2003 and for 15 months in 2007 and 2008. I was a logistical specialist who supplied soldiers with meals, weapons and ammunition. I also provided transportation. BADGE OF COURAGE: I was awarded the Combat Action Badge for surviving an improvised explosive device. It exploded
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HOW YOU MET YOUR WIFE: I met Leanda while working as a security guard at North Florida Regional Medical Center. I was making rounds when I first noticed her. We locked eyes and I immediately knew there was something special about her. I made small talk and then told her she was going to be my wife.
as our convoy was going through a checkpoint while making a supply run near Camp Taji. The impact shattered the vehicle’s glass and I got minor cuts.
FATHERHOOD: We recently learned Leanda is pregnant. If it’s a boy, his name will be Greg Jr. If it’s a girl, her name will be Manessah.
IT TAKES A VILLAGE: My unit also delivered meals and bottled water to local Iraqi villages and provided children with toys and school supplies. The kids gave us high-fives and enjoyed having pictures taken with us.
DESIRED TOMBSTONE INSCRIPTION: “This is where you end up if you eat pork.”
SOLIDER TURNED AUTHOR: This year, my book “Living in the Age of Apathy”
DOGS OR CATS: Neither. I prefer a goldfish in a Ziploc bag. It’s low maintenance. MUSIC YOU’D TAKE ON A DESERTED ISLAND: Tom Jones. I love his music.
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First things first // outstanding student Making the grade
VITAL STATS HITTING THE BOOKS: Ryan maintains a 3.41 grade-point average and is taking honors classes in English, biology and geometry. IN TUNE: He received a superior rating for his solo piano performance at the 2014 Florida Bandmasters Association competition.
MY ADVICE FOR YOUNG ASPIRING MUSICIANS is to keep playing the instrument or instruments you love and keep practicing. Don’t let music become stressful; always make sure you’re having fun.
AGE : 1 4 NINTH-GRADE STUDENT AT EUSTIS HIGH SCHOOL
MY PASSION IN LIFE IS MUSIC. I play the piano for my school’s jazz band and play the clarinet in the school’s concert band. I always play with a great deal of enthusiasm. I’VE BEEN PLAYING PIANO SINCE I was a young boy. At age 7, I performed live on a local access channel in Massachusetts. I’ve also performed at the First Friday Street Fest in Eustis. I RECENTLY FINISHED a composition I’m entering in the Young Composers Challenge, a competition among young musicians. If I win, I will receive
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$1,000 and a professional recording of my composition. I CREDIT MY SUCCESS TO ROBERT COHEN, my piano teacher of five years. There was a time when he gave me free lessons because he wanted me to continue playing. I PLAYED THE CLARINET in my middle school concert band. It’s a fun-yet-challenging instrument because it has numerous keys and tone holes. I like the clarinet because of the high-pitch sounds it makes.
I RAISED $605 IN PENNIES and was featured in local newspapers and on television. Wal-Mart heard about my fundraising efforts and wrote a check for $500 on my behalf. Altogether, I presented the hospital with $1,105.After high school, I hope to become a doctor or nurse. I like helping other people. Although being in the medical field is timeconsuming, I’ll always find time to continue playing music.
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RYAN GILL
WHEN I WAS IN SECOND GRADE, my sister Emily was burned and admitted to the Shriners Hospital for Children in Boston. The hospital does not charge patients or accept insurance. It makes money through donations. I wanted to help raise money for the hospital and started a fundraiser called Pennies for Shriners. I passed out fliers to my classmates and placed donation tubs at local barber shops and stores.
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A beacon of financial wisdom ready to help you shine The financial services landscape has changed tremendously over the last decade, and as the U.S. economy finally appears poised to enter a new chapter, it leaves many families wondering, “What do I do now?” and “Where do I turn for help?” For many individuals and families in Lake County, the answer has been to turn to the trusted and sound advice of The Miller Grimes Group. The Miller Grimes Group of SunTrust Investment Services is a team of financial professionals conveniently located throughout the county at SunTrust Bank, one of the nation’s largest and most prestigious bank-
holding companies. Each member is a skilled and seasoned financial professional and they have been serving the needs of Lake County residents for over a decade. Their focus is on the establishment of strong and long-lasting relationships by addressing clients’ goals and aspirations through a disciplined financial planning process. According to David Miller, Senior Vice President and co-founder of the Group, they are “committed” to bringing the very best of what SunTrust has to offer, now and in the future.” Sound finnancial planning, demands expert knowledge and the group has
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background, a point that Financial Consultant Karl Kuchma often highlights. Karl says, “We all have different experiences and perspectives which allow us to brainstorm together for our clients’ benefits.” A cornerstone of the team’s practice is being local and always available to meet with clients in person. Financial Consultant Jason Compton, who was born and raised in Lake County, feels that, “working this long in the community has given our team the ability to truly understand our clients’ concerns.” While the team places a great deal of focus on the planning process, an equally important aspect of their practice is how they service those relationships.
“Having our team’s service staff here in Lake County has allowed us to better serve our clients’ needs, quickly and efficiently; our clients can rest assured that someone is always available to answer their questions,” say Financial Consultants Brent Mauriell and Jorge Romero, who are also the main point of contacts for client inquiries. They emphasize that their clients always have access to their advisors and will not get lost in the endless maze of 800 numbers. “We are just down the street,” Brent adds. Economic conditions are always changing and challenges may lie ahead, but as Jorge A. Romero, CFP® says, “You need a plan to achieve your dreams.”
The team strongly believes that clients must take action and develop a sound financial plan that provides a blueprint for achieving those goals. Managing your wealth is an important task that requires experience and expertise, and the professionals of The Miller Grimes Group stand ready to help you navigate the various stages of life’s financial journey.
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The truth is that Parady Financial Group promotes the Christmas spirit all year long. Greg Parady
Their passion for community involvement led to the creation of The Parady Cares Foundation,
Greg Parady made national news during the 2013 holiday shopping season by picking up the tab for 76 Wal-Mart shoppers owing a collective debt of $21,000 for layaway gifts. Greg’s kind gesture didn’t surprise people who know him. He’s always looking for ways to give back. In fact, Greg was purchasing bicycles for Toys For Tots when he overheard a Wal-Mart shopper say that she couldn’t pay for all her layaway items. The next thing the
involved in the community. And the entire Parady family – Greg, his team and members — stay involved in numerous events that give back to the community, particularly people who need extra help. The Parady Family Tree extends to multiple priorities, including Breast Cancer Awareness, the Red Cross, Toys For Tots, Honor Flight, Alzheimer’s Family Organization and local food pantries. Parady also sponsors Brite@Nite, a program that provides walkers and joggers
dedicated to helping the children of our local community. Helping members navigate the retirement years is Parady Financial Group’s business; helping others in life is Parady’s choice.
to pay for her Christmas gifts. Greg became known as “The Layaway Santa,” a story that spread from coast-to-coast.
make them more visible to cars, trucks and golf carts after dark.
Greg became known as “The Layaway Santa,” a story that spread from coast-to-coast.
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Greg Parady is keenly aware that his clients are the reason Parady Financial Group is successful. They’re also the reason Parady can better the lives of so many people who are deserving of help. Parady is proud to serve members that are so generous and commited to supporting the community. Members are the driving engine behind on-going fundraisat the heart of Parady Cares. Members have always entrusted Parady Financial Group for their retirement strategies. Toys for Tots
Their unwavering support has helped inspire a culture at Parady that embraces “giving back” and dedicating time to the things that matter most in life, such as volunteerism and providing generous donations that enhance the overall vitality of our community. Parady Financial Group supports local causes that their clients care about. If something’s important to them; it’s important to Parady.
The Learning Lounge The core of Parady Financial Group is an exciting, always bustling education center called the Tribute to Veterans
Parady Learning Lounge. The Learning Lounge is a comfortable room with state-of-theart video screens where members facets of retirement strategies, new products, and more. The Learning Lounge is the ultimate retirement learning environment, but it’s much more. It allows longtime clients and prospective new members to form strong personal relationships with each other and the Parady Team members. Existing members have fallen in love with the no pressure, ongoing education process that allows each person
to learn at their own pace. Quarterly sessions known as Parady State of the Nations are also held in the Learning Lounge. These reviews focus on the state of the insurance industry, the economy, new products, ing Parady events.
The Brownwood Clubhouse The new Clubhouse at Parady Brownwood will soon open as Parady Financial Group’s second
location in addition to the main Plaza. The Clubhouse at Brownwood will be just that — a private clubhouse where members mix business with pleasure! Worldclass trademark presentations and “family style” social events will take place in a one-of-a-kind meeting place for familiar faces and new friends alike. The new Brownwood location will also serve as the venue for the NEW Learning Lounge, which will be three times the space of the current Learning Lounge, enforcing their committment to education. Field Day
The Parady Cares Foundation will also be based out of the new Clubhouse at Brownwood. The concept of providing a clubhouse for work, play and education is certainly novel in the world of retirement planning. But Parady Financial Group prides
Greg has made long-lasting connections with students and staff at The Villages in Lady Lake, Wildwood and Stanton-Weirsdale Elementary schools
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Wildwood Elementary students enrolled in a four-week summer program; with the surplus items being donated to the Sumter County Youth Center.
Parady’s clients whole heartedly support Greg Parady’s commitment to providing school children with basic needs so they can concentrate on their studies. Those needs are met through Parady Cares, a special program established to identify and support worthwhile causes closest to the hearts of Parady’s members. Through Parady Cares, members have rallied around our local schools in a big way in 2014:
• Sponsored The Villages Elementary School’s Field Day, a twoday event in which students participate in fun outdoor activities. Parady’s clients volunteered at Field Day and Parady supplied refreshments and commemorative t-shirts for all the students and faculty.
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• Provided snacks, clothes, school supplies, hygiene products, cur-
ties for The Villages Elementary, Stanton-Weirsdale Elementary, and Wildwood Elementary’s Back to School Week. Greg Parady is happy to facilitate and bolster fundraising by generous members, and he treasures making personal appearances to meet the children. Greg has made long-lasting connections with students and in Lady Lake, Wildwood, and Stanton-Weirsdale Elementary schools. He and his members look forward to continuing these
DID YOU KNOW… Greg Parady, CEO of Parady Financial Group lauched a promotional campaign three-part documentary on The Villages and retirement strategies. • Greg was seen in the Forbes magazine section “GameChangers,” business leaders who, “Aren’t Just Playing the Game, They’re Changing It.” • Greg was seen in the Wall Street Journal in a section headlined “Portraits of Success.” • Greg was seen in the USA Today piece “The Next Big Thing” featuring quotes from, “The Hottest Trends in Health, Wealth & Success.” • Special excerpts from Greg’s unique book will be featured in SuccessOnomics, co-authored with Steve Forbes and leading experts from around the world. • CNBC is scheduled to air a promotional documentary “Retired: Your Life, Your Way,” detailing Parady Financial Group’s unique approach to retirement strategies.
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Measure Sandor Raski with a yardstick and you’ll miss the true measure of the man. His body is mini, but the 69-year-old Leesburg resident — who came to American from Hungary in 1976 — sure got the most of out of his 39 inches. Sandor spent 46 years as circus performer — including 12 years with Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey — co-starred with Burt Lancaster in the movie “Barnum,” met dozens of celebrities, was featured in the New York Times, People magazine and hundreds of other publications, and had a role in the Dennis Quaid film “Wilder Napalm.” Sandor was a star, but that’s not what makes him extraordinary. He’s special not because of what he did, but because of how he lived. He was a toddler when his parents thrust him upon relatives who didn’t want him, but reluctantly took him in. “Sometimes I sleep in a tree,” Sandor recalled. “And many times, no food. I eat bread with sugar on it. That was my dinner.” Life at “home” was tough. School was worse. “The big boys pick on me,” he remembers. “When they find out I can’t swim, they throw me in the pool.” Childhood was miserable. Miserable, until a traveling circus came to town. It was the first time Sandor saw a small person revered rather than reviled. The very next day, he began working on an acrobatic act. A year later, the circus returned, and Sandor left with it. He finally had a family. Sandor spent 12 years with small Hungarian circuses before a talent scout spotted him. Ringling Bros. needed little people for a production of the marriage of Tom Thumb, a tribute to the midget who, 100 years earlier, saved P.T. Barnum from financial ruin. Raski signed a two-year contract to play Tom Thumb’s best man in an elaborate wedding ceremony in 90 cities. He also did walkabouts, performed in skits and did animal acts. The jump from small circuses to “The Greatest Show On Earth” was daunting. The leap from Europe to America was frightening. “I wasn’t afraid,” he says, “just very surprised. So many things different. At the airport, I step on the floor and it’s moving. Whoa. I have to hang on.” Each day presented a new challenge. “We didn’t understand English at all,” he says of fellow foriegn performers. “They had a Hungarian woman tell us what to do.” Sandor taught himself English by “reading signs and asking questions.” The rigorous travel schedule didn’t allow time for English classes. Sandor excelled under the big top, but circus life wasn’t just bright lights and laughter. “In the beginning,” he says, “it was nice. I meet new people and we play music and talk after the show. Later, people getting drunk
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and fighting and arguing. And smoking.” The seedy side of show business prompted Sandor to buy a 26foot motor home, equipped with pedal extensions, so he wouldn’t have to ride the circus train. Crisscrossing America with wife Elisabeth — a small person a talent scout discovered working in a Hungarian light bulb factory — provided a respite from harsh realities cheering crowds never saw. “People got hurt and people died,” Sandor says. “I remember a lady, 18 or 20 years old. She was practicing trapeze early in the morning when she not supposed to. She fell. She landed on the concrete and died. Another time, a lady on a motorcycle on the high wire got sick. She lost her balance and fell off. She died, too.” “The show must go on.” Sandor knows all too well it’s more than a slogan. He performed as long as his body would allow — into his 50s. Had to. Job opportunities are scarce for 39-inch-tall people. Life’s been especially tough since his retirement in 2000. Elisabeth, died of acute alcoholism. Sandor became an alcoholic and drank away much of his savings as he mourned her. At least three times, he was robbed. One thief tried to choke him to death. His car was stolen. Sandor retreated into a bottle. A social worker sent him to Lifestream to dry out. And that’s what he did, in an assisted-living facility where he shared a room with two other men. In 2013, determined to get his life back on track, Sandor moved out of that facility, which took $696 of his $726 monthly Social Security allowance. Friends helped him find government-assisted housing and Sandor set his sights on buying a car. He pinched pennies for months while he rode the bus and took taxis. Four months ago, he bought a 20-year-old Ford and outfitted it with extension pedals. Today, Sandor has freedom, sobriety, a little spending money, and devoted friends. Most importantly, he has his dignity. And memories big as a circus elephant. “I miss the circus,” he says. “I loved Ringling Brothers. It was a good life. My life is still good. “You know what they say, ‘the show must go on.’”
STORY: SHEMIR WILES PHOTOS: MATTHEW GAULIN
Twirling a paintbrush between his fingers, Dale Henry fires up the Leesburg Bikefest crowd before assaulting the black canvas panel in front of him. His neatly braided tuft of hair shifts with each stroke. Music pulsates and flesh-tone acrylic paint soars through the air, splashing his shoes, his clothes and anything else in the way. Soon the manic brushing begins to make sense, yet the image remains vague. In one swift motion, Dale flips the canvas to reveal a visage. The frantic work continues before he stops to use his bare hands to add details to the subject’s cheeks, eyes and nose. After a few more strategic strokes of fawn and baby blue, it becomes obvious the painting is a portrait of Rob Van Winkle, aka Vanilla Ice. The crowd roars. Dale throws his brushes, and his hands, up into the night sky, dramatically concluding his 10-minute speed-painting performance.
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As a child, Dale loved to draw. Soon, though, he found himself wanting to create pictures using paint instead of graphite. To hone his skills, he studied the best. “I love captivating images,” he says, “something with a lot of expression. So, I would take bits from Salvador Dali, Michelangelo — a lot of the Renaissance arts. I learned from everybody.” Whether books, television or videos, if it had something to do with art, Dale was interested. Throughout his school years, he would draw sporadically; it wasn’t until his early 20s that he became serious about a career as an artist. “I looked at art and asked myself, ‘How can I make a living at this?’” he says. The answer was sign painting. Before the days of digital printing, Dale painted billboards to look like photographs. “I painted diamond rings, Chevy pickup trucks … you name it,” he says. Digital printing forced him to take his craft to a new level. He switched from painting billboards to airbrushing artwork,
mainly on city and tour buses. For six years, he traveled to lend his talents. But, as was the case with billboards, digital killed airbrushing buses. A chameleon by nature, Dale switched gears again, settling on painting murals. In 1997, he established Dale Henry Creations. Working from home in Fruitland Park, he goes wherever he is called to do murals, whether it is interior or exterior works of art for homes, businesses … even vehicles. “I’ve traveled as far as Cairo, Egypt, to paint murals,” he says. “I’ve also painted all over the Midwest. But a lot of my work can be seen in The Villages. I’ve got murals inside Gator’s Dockside, Athens NY Restaurant and Cody’s Original Roadhouse.” In his spare time, Dale dedicates time to his fine-art pursuits. Most of his paintings are of recognizable pop culture icons, such as Willie Nelson, John Lennon, and The Joker as played by the late Heath Ledger in “The Dark Knight.” But he also has other paintings that illustrate wholesome images, such as a bare-bottomed child meddling with a spout. Overall, the images can make even the most discriminating eye do a double take. He credits his billboard experience for influencing his ability to paint lifelike pictures. “Photo-realism is my forte,” he says. “I paint anything that presents a real, thought-provoking image. Some people like abstract, but to me, it doesn’t have the same quality as photo-realism.” Gifted with an intrinsic ability to depict incredible detail, Dale has been commissioned to do fine-art portraits of families, children and pets. But he knew he wanted more. “In the back of my head I just knew I wanted to do performance art,” he says. “It was just a matter of how.”
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Dale is a Leo, so naturally he’s a people person. For years, he dreamed of morphing his skills as a professional artist into something more interactive and engaging. He wanted to do something
spectacular to reach the masses. Watching a speed-painting performance in Las Vegas gave him the inspiration he needed. “I thought it looked cool,” he says. “So when I got home, I started practicing.” When Dale transforms into the Paint Man, he becomes a one-man show that’s hard to snub. He’s charismatic, engaging the crowd every step of the way as he breathes life into his blank canvas. It’s not just about painting; it’s about getting the audience excited and interested in the final product. “My performance art is my favorite because it’s a big party with lots of excitement and fun,” he says. “I like to show people something they’ve never seen before and build a connection between my art and the audience.” Over the years, Dale has built quite a following. In addition to making several appearances at Leesburg Bikefest and other high-profile events, he performs at charitable fundraisers in and around Central Florida. But his biggest, most notable performance happened last November when he was hired to perform for former ’NSYNC member Chris Kirkpatrick at his wedding. “I did a portrait of him and his new wife at the reception,” Dale recalls. “That was a really cool day because all the other members of ’NSYNC were there, including Justin Timberlake.” He hopes an opportunity like that is just a catalyst for his rising star. He wants to take his Paint Man performance on the road, eventually making it to Las Vegas, the city that first inspired this new chapter in his career. “Versatility is my virtue,” he explains with smile. “I like the appreciation and recognition I get from people when I do my shows. In my eyes, the best feeling in the world is the feeling of accomplishment when I’ve created something that wasn’t there before. It’s about seeing a vision come to life.”
Theresa Morris will be the fi rst to tell you she’s an ordinary person. Her zest for life, though, is quite extraordinary. Several years ago, she overcame difficult events in her life that led to divorce. Rather than wallow in selfpity, Theresa turned hardship into happiness, and adversity into personal growth.
enjoy my four granddaughters very much. They keep me grounded and help me appreciate life more.” Theresa is also driving innovation as a business owner. She fosters a family-like atmosphere at Morris Realty and Investments while utilizing the latest real estate technology to help her 14 agents reach the pinnacle of their profession. Theresa isn’t
cause my company has been blessed with business, I feel it’s important to give back. When you remain true to who you are and do right by people, then people will lift you up.” And Theresa fi nds great joy by lifting others up. “Every person has the potential to be successful,” she says with childlike fervor. “God blessed us all with
“I wasn’t hurt; I was saved,” says Theresa, who opened Morris Realty and Investments in 2007. “Through it all, I gravitated closer to God, grew deeper in faith and leaned on family and friends. Doing those things helped me maintain a sense of peace and a smile on my face.” Today, she successfully juggles her time, managing a successful real estate company and being a single mother to her 11-year-old daughter, Mary. “I’m more independent because I no longer rely on a spouse to do certain things,” Theresa says. “I spend more quality time with Mary. I’m at peace being a single mom. I also
focused on being a large fi rm; rather she puts her effort into making sure each agent has the opportunity to achieve his or her personal best. For her, the most gratifying way of building her business is by building the community. Through charitable donations and volunteering, Theresa and her agents take pride in giving back to the communities in which they live and work. There’s an infectious enthusiasm in Theresa’s voice as she excitedly talks about helping others. “A company is about more than making money; it’s also about serving people,” says Theresa, a 1979 graduate of Leesburg High School. “Be-
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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-two years of experience in treating men with prostate problems in Lake Countyv. 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 2,200 patients with this procedure. “Medtronic is a $13 billion-a-year, publicly traded corporation that perfected the technology for Prostiva and produces the necessary hardware. Recently, Medtronic produced an educational DVD for international distribution to inform patients and physicians worldwide regarding the benefits of Prostiva therapy. Seven of the eight patients featured on the DVD are my patients. I am very proud Medtronic selected my practice to feature the benefits of Prostiva-RF Therapy. However it is sort of a bad news/good news thing. The bad news is neither my patients nor myself received a penny for our participation. The good news is Medtronic gave us all the DVD’s we want, so if anyone wants one all he needs to do is drop by my office at 801 Northshore Drive in Eustis, and we will give him one!” And with an office staff with nearly as much experience as the doctor, (many have worked with Dr. Young more than 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.
JAMES W. YOUNG III, M.D. Board Certified Urologist Practicing in Lake County for over 32 years with extensive experience in evaluation and management of prostate problems. For more information, contact
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after Make your bedroom a showpiece by adding contrasting decorative pillows of various sizes and shapes to your bed. Window treatments and soft sheers create a bit romance in an otherwise basic boudoir, while an ornamental quilt at the foot of your bed adds elegance.
You don’t have to be a Trump or Gates to live in absolutely fabulous digs. Every home can be extraordinary, no matter what your budget. With a little planning, some professional help and a bit of patience and imagination, you can transform your home from ordinary to extraordinary — without breaking the bank.
before Take a plain, simple kitchen and add some simple, colorful accessories and art to the top of the cabinets to brighten up the area.
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after Update your dining room by changing the light fixture and seat cushions to coordinate with the color scheme. Consider adding a vivid feature wall, a sizeable rug and some window treatments to soften windows. Finalize the space with beautiful accessories and art.
Metal wall art is quite trendy right now because it’s more than just adding a simple picture to a room. It pulls texture in as well as metallic colors, which add affordable glitz and drama to any home.
Large vases work in any room. In a bathroom, they can create a spa setting that radiates relaxation. In a living room, vases in silver or gold can add a hint of shimmer and shine. Or use one as a centerpiece on your dining room table to create height.
When your furniture and paint is humdrum and conventional, add a pop of color to brighten the place up using a striking area rug. Unique patterns and lively colors, such as orange, lime green and turquoise, should be your first choices.
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Deep colors such as charcoal gray and navy blue are hot, hot, hot. Gray no longer has the reputation of being boring and drab; now, it feels chic and modern. And while navy is bold, it is also beautiful. For an all-American look, pair it with white furnishings, which will pop in contrast with the dark complementing color.
To add a bit of whimsy to a space, consider introducing a faux fur pillow to a chair or sofa as a fun yet fascinating conversation piece. Create a beach vibe by incorporating nautical-inspired pieces into your space. Whether you’re going for a Key West or Cape Cod feel, look for simple and clean decorative objects such as shells, oars, coral and fish.
Keep things simple yet interesting with natural, organic textures. With wallpaper making a huge comeback, opt for grasscloth wall covering. Then to finish off a space, look to a sisal area rug and furniture with a light, driftwood finish to do the trick.
Location and decorating tips provided by Leah D. Conner Interior Designer, Leesburg
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Had a good year? Saved up your loose change or made a little money in the stock market? Then you might want to consider moving on up to a home with a little more floor space … like 21,684 square feet worth. After all, doesn’t everyone need 14 bathrooms? Lake County may be filled with 2/2s that blue collar workers can afford, but you can also find some mansions if you look hard enough. Here’s three homes that would make Robin Leach weak in the knees — and they’re all on the market.
after To transform a relatively dark living room, paint the walls a nice, warm color. Window treatments, a large area rug, colorful artwork and new pillows help upgrade the space to extraordinary. In addition, rearranging the furniture gives the room a fresh, new look.
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36319 Lake Unity Nursery Road, Fruitland Park 9,438 square feet, nine bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, 3 kitchens, 2 stone fireplaces, covered pool, kegerator, BBQ pit, boat dock and lift, 37 acres. Price: $2.3 million; MLS®#: S4803447
12324 Lakeshore Drive, Clermont
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6,561 square feet, five bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, travertine verandas shipped in from Israel, billiard room, fitness center and tanning spa, pool, 16-car capacity garage space, 8-car aircraft hangar garage, boathouse, only private boat ramp on Clermont Chain of Lakes, 3.5 acres. Price: $2.7 million; MLS®#: O5310110
17800 Palm View Circle, Mount Dora
21,684 square feet, 10 bedrooms, 14 bathrooms, luxury guest home, 14-car show barn, 5 garages, Chain of Lakes frontage, pool, 2 fireplaces, heated spa, 10 acres. Price: $5.8 million; MLS®#: O5310404
NOTE: CONTACT YOUR REALTOR IF INTERESTED. DO NOT VISIT ANY OF THE HOMES LISTED WITHOUT AN APPOINTMENT. MOST, IF NOT ALL, ARE INHABITED. RESPECT THE PRIVACY AND PROPERTY OF ALL HOMEOWNERS.
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(L-R) Tia Shubin, Office Manager; Wayne Sallee, Assistant Installer; Lois Fuzzell, Designer; James Hipp, Lead Installer; and Linda Pugh Rogers, Co-trustee.
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It’s the fulfillment of your decorating dreams. Simply tell Decorating Den’s trained designers where you need help and they will provide the expertise and guidance you are looking for as they uncover your personal taste, style and budget. From the formation of that first wonderfully elegant design idea to the completion of your individual room or total home renovation, they are there every step of the way. The only work you have to do is pick up the phone to call. Measuring, ordering, installing — they do it all. Decorating Den is America’s premier in-home decorating service and they offer a full line of products including furniture, window treatments, wall coverings, fabrics, accessories, floor coverings and area rugs from industry leading manufacturers such as Hunter Douglas, Kincaid, American Drew, Hammary, Masterfield and Stanley. H.D. “Windy” Pugh opened Decorating Den Interiors in Leesburg in 1969. It was one of the first franchises in the US and Canada. Even since Mr. Pugh’s sad passing last year, the franchise has continued to be the most award winning of almost 500! The trained staff includes award winning, veteran designer/artist, Lois Fuzzell. Lois received her degree in Interior Design from Florida State University and has been designing for over 40 years, close to 20 years at the Leesburg franchise of Decorating Den Interiors! Her knowledge and expertise assures you that when it comes to completing each project to your total satisfaction, you will be getting the best! “We bring everything to you,” says Lois. We have in our vans everything you need to beautifully decorate each room in your home. We bring over 5,000 fabrics, and several thousand wall covering samples with us. We have the color and style to fit every need, and use our years of experience in design to assist a homeowner in transforming the home into a showroom of style and elegance. We also keep a selection of furniture, so the client can, before ordering, come and sit on a sofa or chair to make sure that it is comfortable. We are here to please our customers and make sure that their experience with us is one that they will remember, with pleasure, for a lifetime.” Decorating Den brings style and elegance home to you. You can contact DECORATING DEN INTERIORS by calling their office at 352.787.4413 or by visiting their website at local.decoratingden.com/wpugh/ Be sure to “like” them on Facebook: Decorating Den Interiors/The Villages
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Proud past, bright future Multiple generations of Lake County residents associate the name Pringle as one of the county’s most highly regarded companies in the homebuilding industry. When Frederick Pringle began developing Silver Lake Estates in 1913, the Pringle legacy was born. Throughout the years, Pringle Development became renowned for its beautifully designed active adult communities where retirees enjoy resort-style amenities. Each community caters to a different lifestyle. For instance, Highland Lakes is a tennis community, Royal Highlands is a golf community and Lakes of Mount Dora is a waterfront community. The company’s developments have won multiple regional and national awards, including “Best Homes,” “Best 30 Communities in the South” and “50 Best Master Planned Communities in America.”
HAMMERING HOME A NEW VISION Today, the company is called Pringle Homebuilding Group LLC. Although its focus has shifted from building exclusively in active adult communities, President Steve Nordstrom says Pringle will never deviate from its founding principles—honesty, integrity and unparalleled professionalism. “When people think of a Pringle community or home, they instantly think of quality first,”
says Steve, who has been in the homebuilding industry for more than 25 years. “The Pringle brand means clients have high expectations of us. We’ve always done the right thing for our clients, and they become part of the Pringle family.” Recently, Pringle Homebuilding Group has found a niche in building high-end, single-family homes. Because these projects are not in age-restricted communities, Pringle has contracted custom homes for young professionals, doctors and lawyers, as well as retirees. “If a family owns a piece of property and wants a custom home built on the property, then we can do it,” Steve says. “We’re a builder that says “yes”. We design homes exactly to a client’s specifications, whether we start with one of our award-winning designs or with a clean sheet of paper.” One of the most popular sites for custom homes is the beautiful Mount Dora community of Loch Leven. With lighted tennis courts, nature trails and a private boat ramp, this gated waterfront community appeals to young couples, empty nesters and retirees alike. “There’s a feeling of exclusivity and prestige. The winding streets and mature landscapes make for an atmosphere that is inviting and secure.” And because houses inside Loch Leven are SPECIAL ADVERTISING FEATURE
situated on large lots, Pringle can construct homes of outstanding quality that exceed a customer’s expectations. “The larger lots allow us to really demonstrate what we deliver best,” Steve says. “We’ve developed five new homes—the “Estate Series”—for Loch Leven. However, we can change those original designs in any way, from adding square footage to a second floor … all with few limitations. You don’t see that flexibility offered with many homebuilding companies.”
NAILING IN AWARDS Pringle’s homebuilding and design excellence was on full display at the 2014 Parade of Homes, a competition among area builders conducted by the Home Builders Association of Lake-Sumter. The company’s home “The Huntly” received the top overall score out of 32 homes entered in the competition. . Another Pringle home, “The Scarsborough,” received second place in the $344,000-$424,000 category. “To be recognized by our industry peers is a big accomplishment,” Steve says. “Winning these awards is a testament to our design capabilities, attention to detail and quality standards.” Of course, Pringle does more than design and construct quality homes. The company also offers renovation services—especially
renovations on homes built in Pringle’s active adult communities. Renovations can range from kitchen and bath remodeling to additions of indoor or outdoor living space or garages. “We were the original builder of these homes, so who knows them better than us? We have the original plans and specifications of the homes in archive, so we know precise details about the existing construction and décor selections.” As for the future, Steve says Pringle will be involved in small community development projects throughout Central Florida. “The Central Florida housing market has taken its lumps, but I’m optimistic what is to be had here and being part of a renaissance going forward.” Thanks to unsurpassed attention to detail, Lake County residents have a reliable and reputable company to turn to for all their homebuilding and home renovation needs. Much like the homes they build, the folks at Pringle make sure customer relationships begin and end with a strong foundation.
Pringle Homebuilding Group LLC 9800 U.S. Hwy. 441 in Leesburg For more information, please call 352.460.0900 or visit pringle.com. CRC1326527
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The exteriors of A & M’s one-and-two story homes inside Emerald Pond are just as striking as the interiors and offer stunning backyard views of a beautiful conservation area. Potential homebuyers have a wide array of distinctive floor plans to choose from that encompass 1,580 square feet to 2,948 square feet of living space. In addition, buyers can customize their new home by choosing from additional options, such as choosing flooring and paint. Three move-in homes are currently available. The company’s commitment to quality construction and design speaks for itself. A&M Homes received the Realtors Choice Award for its model “The Diamond” at the 2014 Parade of Homes. The company also received the “Best in Value Merit Award” from the Home Builders Association of Lake-Sumter. “Our company is not large, so we can offer clients outstanding personalized service,” says Ashley Burleson, president of A & M Homes. “At the same time, our team possesses the experience and expertise of a larger builder. At Emerald Pond, we are giving clients the best product for the price.” Of course, superior quality, value and exceptional customer service are just some of the reasons to consider an A&M home inside Emerald Pond. This cul-
de-sac community is located in a quiet, low traffic area yet within minutes from U.S. Hwy. 441 and County Road 44. In other words, residents escape the hustle and bustle of large communities but are in close proximity to fantastic dining options, fun-filled entertainment venues and ample shopping opportunities. And for families with children or teenagers, the community is a short drive away from an elementary school, charter school and four-year College. With beautiful homes and a laid-back lifestyle, Emerald Pond feels like a world away. Please call Jeanie Lombardi at 352.455.8085 to enjoy a wonderful lifestyle in the community you’ll be proud to call home. You can also visit www.A-Mhomes.com/emeraldpond.
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Beautiful artwork portraying Tuscan fields, white egrets and New England resorts grabbed the attention of several hundred curious onlookers at The Villages Art League’s “Silver Anniversary Art Exhibit.” The opening of the exhibit, held Aug. 18 inside the Eisenhower Regional Recreation Center, showcased watercolors, oils, acrylics and pastels from 10 current and former VAL presidents. Among them is 90-year-old Eleanor Simmons, who proudly stared at her watercolor-and-oil painting depicting a nature trail at Devil’s Millhopper Geological State Park near Gainesville. For her, this memorable event was a reminder of how she and several others shaped the arts scene in The Villages. Eleanor formed the VAL in 1989, when the retirement community was known as Orange Blossom Gardens. She and 11 other artists would gather then inside the Paradise Center and share their passion for painting. “Even though we were small in the beginning, we had lots of fun and really inspired one another,” Eleanor
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says. “As time went on and The Villages grew, we would hold a show at Spanish Springs Town Square once a year.” Twenty-five years after its inception, VAL has grown to 300 members who conduct two large art shows each year and teach their craft to local schoolchildren. But those feats would not be possible without past presidents whose loyal support and strong leadership paved the way for a colorful future. And that’s why current president Nancy Dias felt strongly about honoring them. “This exhibit is a perfect way of saying thank you to those who have done so much to keep our art league going,” says Nancy, who became a VAL member in 2003. The exhibit runs until Oct. 20. Beginning in 2015, the artwork of VAL members will be showcased inside the Eisenhower Recreation Center and changed out every two months. “People are pleasantly surprised by the level of talent our artists have,” Nancy says. “Some members have been artists for a long time, and some
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A LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN even taught art in school.” VAL holds meetings inside Saddlebrook Recreation Center at 9a.m. on the first Monday of every month. In addition, members have weekly workshops to share techniques and ideas. “The workshops give us a place to paint together and feed off each other’s energy,” Nancy says. “The camaraderie we have is unbelievable.” Members also host two annual art shows to give the public a peek into their creative world. The “Artist’s Showcase” is held on the first Saturday after Thanksgiving at the Savannah Center. The Summer Art Festival is held on the second Saturday in July at Lake Miona Regional Recreation Center. “We love promoting art in The Villages,” Nancy says. “It’s not a job or a chore; it’s a passion.”
For more information about VAL, call Nancy at 352.751.1033 or visit thevillagesartleague.org.
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meet a villager STORY: JAMES COMBS PHOTO: FRED LOPEZ STORY: JAMES COMBS PHOTO: FRED LOPEZ
DEBRA HEATH-STRICKLAND NOTEWORTHY ACHIEVEMENTS: I was a schoolteacher for 33 years. During that time, I coached a competitive academic team that won several state championships and finished third nationally in the mid-1990s. Since retiring, I formed Questar Productions, which has put on Broadway musicals and dance shows in The Villages. Our upcoming production, “The Andrew Lloyd Webber Show,” will be held Dec. 3–5 at the Savannah Center and will feature 85 Villages residents.
FAVORITE TRAVEL DESTINATION: I’ve visited Europe twice during the past two years and went to England, France, Italy and Ireland. While the U.S. is beautiful, I love seeing structures built in the eighth and ninth centuries. HOMETOWN: I am from Colquitt, Georgia. We’re a little town with big ideas. When the farming industry experienced a downturn, our leaders thought outside the box and realized
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the town could survive through the arts. We formed an arts council and hosted the International Mural Festival in 2010. Colquitt is also famous for “Swamp Gravy,” a community theater production based on real-life stories from our town. Other communities throughout the country have reached out to us and formed their own community theater production. CHARITY INVOLVEMENT: Through Questar Productions, I provide an academic scholarship in the name of a former student Lt. Dan Malcolm. He was a U.S. Marine who was killed in 2004 in Fallujah, Iraq. FIRST CONCERT: I was 16 and saw Sonny and Cher at the Big Bam Show in Montgomery, Alabama. I saw Cher again this year in Jacksonville. She came out wearing a dazzling outfit and said, “I’m 68. What is your grandmother doing tonight?”
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this ‘n’ that STORY: FRED HILTON
THE GOOD, THE BAD, AND THE CLUELESS Who are the most important people in The Villages? There are lots of good candidates. Among others, you could cite Public Safety, Community Watch, the gate attendants or the golf course starters. They’re all worthy of being called “important.” But one group stands out in the competition for most important people in The Villages — the waiters and waitresses in the 100 or so restaurants in our hometown. And that doesn’t even include all the Mickey D’s and the assorted other fast-food places. In this day of having a language free of gender-specific titles, we can’t talk about “waiters and waitresses.” A stewardess is now a flight attendant and the chairman of a committee is a chair. Instead of waiters and waitresses, then, let’s call them by the politically correct name, “servers.” But whatever you call them, they can clearly make the difference between a nice dining experience and a crummy meal. That’s vital for Villagers, since most eat out a lot more often than is probably good for our waistlines. Or our wallets. A great restaurant meal requires not only good food, but also a good server. Servers can be divided into three groups: “The Good,” “The Bad” and “The Clueless.” “The Good” are what we all want when we go into a restaurant. As the song says, a good server can “turn your frown upside down” and change a rotten day into a pretty good one. They’re friendly and energetic. They make sure the meal is just what you wanted and cooked correctly. They check back on you to see if you need anything else. A good sense of humor helps, too. At one of The Villages country clubs, the server was rattling off the list of the day’s specials so quickly no one could understand. “Whoa, back up,” I said. She took three steps backward and recited the specials again. A good server has to stay calm and not be shaken by anything. The award for keeping one’s cool has to go to a server taking a breakfast order from Al Capp, the brilliant cartoonist who created the classic comic strip “Li’l Abner.” Capp had lost a leg at age 9 in a trolley accident. When he went to bed, he usually put his wooden leg under the bed. Capp was in bed one morning in his London hotel
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room and telling the room service guy what he wanted for breakfast. In Capp’s words: “As he was taking my order, he caught sight of the shoe and stockinged leg that peeped out from under the bed. He stared … finished writing down the order, then looked me straight in the eye and said, ‘Very good, sir. And what will the other gentleman have?’” Lousy servers — “The Bad” — are easy to spot. They’re surly, impatient and can turn an otherwise pleasant meal into a disaster. They are masters of avoiding eye contact and have the ability to turn you invisible. One particularly bad server was waiting on a group of us. She got surlier and surlier as the meal went on and added the final touch when she left the credit card receipt to be signed and snarled: “Don’t steal my pen!” Then there are my favorite servers, “The Clueless.” They’re not necessarily bad servers. In fact, some of them are very good. They are just, well … clueless. For example, there was the time when we ordered a bottle of modestly priced (which means “cheap”) champagne. Needless to say, it had a plastic cork. When the server opened the bottle, the cork went flying across the room into a plastic plant. He retrieved the plastic cork and proudly placed it down on the table for my inspection. Was I supposed to sniff it? Is there a particularly good vintage for petrochemicals? One server was clearly the most totally clueless of them all. When we went into the restaurant we noticed that Szechuan chicken was listed as the special of the day. I like spicy Chinese food so I planned on ordering it. Our server won the clueless award when he told us about the special of the day: “Today, we have a hot and spicy Canadian dish. It’s called Saskatchewan chicken.” Bon appétit!
ABOUT THE WRITER Fred Hilton spent 36 years as the chief public relations officer/spokesman for James Madison University in Virginia and 10 years prior as a reporter and editor for The Roanoke Times in Roanoke, Virginia. He is now happily retired in The Villages with his interior designer wife, Leta, their Cadillac Escalade golf cart, and their dog, Paris. (Yes, that makes her Paris Hilton).
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I DON’T WANT TO DIG MY GRAVE WITH A FORK STORY: PAT JOCELYN PHOTOS: MATTHEW GAULIN + PROVIDED
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“I went through every drawer, every closet, suitcases where I had clothes stored — I went through everything,” Villager Valeria Mabene says in a passionfilled voice. “Oh man, I was on a mission — I was so driven to get this stuff out of my house — I didn’t want to see it anymore — I didn’t want to go down that road again — ever!” You’ll find out more about the “stuff” later, but what road was she referring to? It was a familiar road the 60-year-old woman had traveled time and again — a road scattered with yo-yo weight fluctuations that first surfaced when she was a child growing up in Detroit. It was a road she continued to follow when she moved to Tennessee and began working at a Saturn plant in Spring Hill. And she was still traveling that road when she and husband Will retired to The Villages. The Michigan native learned some very valuable, albeit often painful, life lessons on that road, but it took Valeria Mabene decades
to transform those lessons into learning tools that would literally and figuratively redefine who she was. Case in point: Over several years, Valeria has shed more than 80 pounds, gained some of that weight back, shed the weight she gained and then shed even more pounds. She has increased her endurance, toned her body, built muscle mass, and in all likelihood extended her lifespan.
Perhaps most importantly, Valeria has redefined who she is — inside. “I’ve had problems all my life with weight,” Valeria explains. “When I was younger and in elementary school, my friend Charlene and I were the two biggest girls (in the school). We were tall and we were thick — we were like Amazons compared to the other girls.” Valeria shed the extra weight when she became
interested in boys. But that’s when the yo-yo cycle began. Time passed and life dealt the young adult some major challenges that, in turn, caused her weight to cycle upwards. “The biggest mistake I made was getting married (at a young age),” she says. “And it wasn’t a good marriage.” Valeria was a young mother when she made the painful decision to leave her husband. “I was drowning,” she says. “It
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was all so overwhelming.” As she faced other life challenges, Valeria self-medicated herself with food. She recalled a particularly difficult time after a painful relationship ended. “I went into a really bad funk after that,” she says. “I was in a really dark place — I guess eating was a comfort to me.” Valeria’s weight had peaked by the time she and Will moved here in 2008, but living in The Villages generated its own set of problems. “We were eating out and socializing more and going to all of these potlucks,” Valeria explains. “It seemed some of the most popular pastimes down here included eating and drinking. When you fall into that lifestyle you get caught up in it. It didn’t help the weight situation, that’s for sure.” Valeria’s doctor told her what she didn’t want to hear. “I was a diabetic,” she says. “I had allowed my weight to get to the point where it had accelerated (getting diagnosed) as a diabetic. I was never a diabetic before but I knew … I knew he was going to tell me that. My glucose was up, my blood pressure was up and he wanted me to lose 100 pounds.” After the conversation with her doctor, Valeria had a “little” conversation with herself — a conversation that would change her life. “I says, ‘Alright, you know what to do — it’s just a matter of buckling down.’” Valeria began a journal and created a list of foods that were good for her and eliminated those that weren’t. She focused on an exercise regimen that she personalized — one that worked for her. Ten months later,
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Valeria had lost 80 pounds and was feeling on top of the world. As the pounds melted away, she noticed positive changes in the way she looked and felt. Enter the yo-yo cycle. After months of enjoying her new and improved look, Valeria gained back a significant amount of the weight she had just lost. “I felt like
* “MY GLUCOSE WAS UP, MY BLOOD PRESSURE WAS UP AND HE WANTED ME TO LOSE 100 POUNDS.” such a failure,” she says. “I made myself scarce because I felt people would judge me about my weight gain. I decided not to give them the opportunity. I stayed away. I did that for about six months.” Self-imposed isolation was the name of the game until she found out about and participated in a contest sponsored by her gym, MVP Sports Club. “They asked us to set
a goal for weight loss and if we met that goal in three months we would receive a gift card,” Valeria explained. “I decided to try it and thought I’d give myself an easy goal of losing 10 pounds.” Three months later, Valeria was 30 pounds lighter. That’s all it took. Once again Valeria had regained her momentum. “It was just enough of an incentive to get me back on my path of fitness,” she says. “I knew I could get back to where I should be.” So what was “the stuff” Valeria talked about earlier? Closets and bureau drawers full of clothing too big to wear. Donating all those clothes to the Red Cross represented a cleansing of sorts — out with the old, in with the new. There was no turning back. Valeria now works out about six days a week and participates in a varied schedule of exercise programs, including Boot Camp, Zumba dance class, step aerobics, core training and another dance program called Groove. She wears a Fitbit (a device that measures the number of steps taken in any given time). “I try to get my 10,000 steps in before I walk out through MVP’s door,” she says. “That really helps burn the calories.” “Losing this weight has changed me — I now know I can do anything I set my mind to,” she adds with conviction. “If you want to be successful you have to be focused because there are so many ways you can be distracted and derailed.” Valeria wants to meet her weight loss goal, but equally important, she wants to lower her BMI (Body Mass
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* “LP HAS ALSO ENCOURAGED ME, BEEN PATIENT WITH ME AND TAUGHT ME HOW TO DO THE EXERCISES CORRECTLY.” Index) from 33 to 25. She hopes to get off her medications when she achieves that goal. Valeria credits two people — people that have never given up on her — with helping her on this journey. “Both my husband Will and my boot camp instructor L.P. Miller have played such huge roles in this whole thing,” Valeria says. “Will has been my rock, always encouraging and supporting me, always reminding me what a good job I’m doing. He has stood by me literally through thick and thin.”
“LP has also encouraged me, been patient with me and taught me how to do the exercises correctly.” Valeria has become adept at her boot camp regimen. And she’s quick to offer assistance to other participants who need help. That willingness to help has spawned an exciting idea. “You know what I’d really, really like to do?” she asked with a hint of excitement rising up like rich cream on milk. “I’d like to be a personal trainer — I’d like to help other people achieve their goals.”
Valeria will tell you she isn’t anyone special really. She just did what many have done. She started a self-imposed fitness program, saw significant improvement, backslid for a few months, caught herself, and jumped back on the fitness wagon. But people that know her will tell you her actions not only took courage, digging deep to refocus and a whole lot of heart. That, her friends say, is something Valeria Mabene has an abundance of.
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book club STORY: KATHY PORTER
DEFENDING JACOB
A TRAGIC AND SHOCKING LEGAL THRILLER A quiet, upscale Boston suburb is rocked when a young boy is killed in a park near the town’s middle school. Andy Barber is the hardworking, highly respected assistant district attorney assigned to the case. He, his wife Laura and their son — shy, introverted Jacob — live an idyllic life. Until, that is, Jacob becomes the prime suspect in his classmate’s murder. Removed from the case and placed on leave, Andy relentlessly pursues his son’s defense as Jacob is tried for murder. Never predicable, Defending Jacob twists and turns and less than 1 percent of readers can foresee the ending. Facilitator Beth Hicks set the pace for The Villages Bookworm Club’s discussion by posing a number of questions that the book forces us to face: How well does any parent know his or her child? Is it nature or nurture that influences a child’s upbringing? How far would you go to defend your child? Can the predisposition to violence be inherited? Is the capacity to kill genetic? Does the system seek justice or convictions? The club’s discussion barreled forward like a freight train at full speed, but all the while Beth managed to keep us on track. We delved into the character and the family life of Andy, Laurie, and Jacob. The group saw Andy as aloof and always in control even while he hid his past from everyone. The members described Laurie as a “helicopter parent,” always hovering over her child and making excuses for him. Debate ensued as to whether Jacob was a sociopath or just a
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How far would you go to defend a son accused of murder? Would you break the law? A parent’s worst nightmare.” — Beth Hicks Village of Santiago
reclusive child who preferred his computer and iPad. We discussed bullying, how it is being handled in the schools and the sad results of bullying on social media. It was noted that teaching Internet safety is becoming part of the curriculum in many school districts. Without question, the group felt the character of Grandpa, Andy’s father and a convicted murderer, was the only person in the story exactly as he appeared to be. Not a likable person, he was nonetheless interested in his son’s and his grandson’s welfare. The discussion ended with more questions. Was Jacob guilty of murder? Was the ending credible? We know that anyone who picks up this book will not be able to put it down until they finish it and they have formulated their own answers to all the questions. About the Author Born in 1963, William Landay was raised in Boston, graduated from the prestigious Roxbury Latin School in Boston, Yale University and Boston College Law School. Prior to becoming a novelist, Landay was an assistant district attorney in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. Labeled a “crime writer” because of his previous novels, Landay felt this label never fit. He thought his novels happened to involve crime rather than being crime novels. His primary interest has always been the human drama of crime stories. Landay is a private person and prefers to take a backseat to his novels. He says, “The readers should not have to look outside the book cover for proof that it is convincing, moving and authentic. My books are the only credential that matters.” Defending Jacob is Landay’s third novel and he is currently at work on a fourth.
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2. THE INFINITE SEA by: Rick Yancey
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5. HUNT FOR JADE DRAGON by: Richard Paul Evans
WHAT CLUB MEMBERS THOUGHT Courtroom drama, family dynamics, professional ethics and the possibility of a “murder gene” make this a very thought-provoking book. Outstanding but painful to read. The ending was very unexpected.
Charlotte Priestner
Village of Rio Ponderosa
As a reader, I feel I am left with the question, was or was not Jacob responsible for the girl’s death? Also, how does a parent have the perspective of reality of their own child? How does a parent really know what a child thinks and appears to others as he thinks and appears to himself?
Judy O’Hara
6. SOMEWHERE SAFE WITH SOMEBODY GOOD by: Jan Karon
7. THE BURNING ROOM by: Pittacus Lore
Village of Belvedere So many questions to consider: Nature vs. nurture? Denial or obstruction of justice? Once accused, never really innocent in the public opinion? How far will a mother go to protect her son vs. protect others from him? And we end up still not sure if Jacob committed the crimes or not.
Diane Dean
Village of Buttonwood
What would you do if your child was accused of murder? How far would you go to protect him/ her? These questions permeated the story until the surprise ending.
Gail Feind Village of Pennecamp
This is a murder mystery but it’s also very much about family. The characters are every person and A book that definitely led to a riveting discussion. Are the the story could happen in every city. The ending is main characters defending Jacob or themselves? shocking but believable.
Lorraine Tinkler Village of Sunbury
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9. PERSONAL by: Lee Child
10. WAISTCOATS & WEAPONRY by: Gail Carriger
Peggy Reineking Village of Hacienda North
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College students and strengthen the college’s existing programs.
This annual fundraiser benefits scholarships for financially at-risk Lake County high school students in the arts. In addition to a total shopping experience and sweet treats, attendees enjoy a fashion show featuring 40 community leaders. The funds go to the Educational Foundation of Lake County, the fiscal agent that disperses the funds to the high school students. AMOUNT RAISED THIS YEAR: $11,000 SAVE THE DATE: JAN. 24 AT LAKE-SUMTER STATE COLLEGE
AMOUNT RAISED THIS YEAR: $60,700 SAVE THE DATE: APRIL 18 AT THE SAVANNAH CENTER, THE VILLAGES
During the event, attendees enjoy dinner in total darkness, giving them an insight into the world of smell, sound and texture. Proceeds go to New Vision for Independence, an organization that provides rehabilitation, community education and support services for people of all ages with low vision or blindness and their families to promote independence, acceptance and self-confidence.
AMOUNT RAISED THIS YEAR: $9,000 SAVE THE DATE: APRIL 24 AT LAKE RECEPTIONS, MOUNT DORA
Beads fly as downtown Leesburg goes gala with the celebration that has made New Orleans famous. The event is highlighted by three parades: a kids parade, a pet parade and the ever-popular Main Street Mardi Gras Parade. The funfilled party also features the crowning of Leesburg’s King Rex and Queen Divine, as well as street performers, stilt walkers, jugglers, tightrope walkers, fire eaters and much more. Money raised by the king and queen candidates funds the Party in the Street event and other Leesburg Partnership programs.
AMOUNT RAISED THIS YEAR: $143,667 SAVE THE DATE: CROWNING BALL, FEB. 6; PARTY IN THE STREET, FEB. 7 IN HISTORIC DOWNTOWN LEESBURG
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Lake County comes alive with the roar of motorcycles from all over the country for one of the country’s largest three-day bikefests. More than 200,000 people come to enjoy the vendors, demonstrations, contests, food, beer and wine, and live entertainment. Funds raised from Bikefest allow the Leesburg Partnership
to provide the Leesburg Saturday Morning Market, Main Street Christmas House, Main Street Christmas Stroll, Holiday Concert Series & Christmas Parade, Fourth of July celebration, and Food Truck and Flick Night events. Money also goes to several local charities.
AMOUNT RAISED THIS YEAR: $187,515 SAVE THE DATE: APRIL 24–26 IN DOWNTOWN LEESBURG
Watch six area celebrities strap on their dancing shoes and perform the foxtrot, rumba, cha cha, swing and tango with professional dancers from around the state for a good cause- Lake County schools.
AMOUNT RAISED THIS YEAR: AROUND $33,000 SAVE THE DATE: JULY 25 AT LAKE RECEPTIONS, MOUNT DORA
Dressed in their best black-and-white attire, attendees engage in a wonderful evening of cocktails, dancing, dinner, and live and silent auctions. The Boys and Girls Club of Lake and Sumter Counties inspires and enables young people to realize their full potential through character/leadership development, arts, sports and fitness, life skills and education development.
AMOUNT RAISED THIS YEAR: $155,000 SAVE THE DATE: TBA
The Faire features over 100 performers, including jugglers, knights in armor, fire eaters, pirates, dancers, villagers, historical characters and a variety of musicians. Over 60 artisans also fill the village, working in mediums such as pottery, leatherwork, blacksmithing, sculpture and candle making. All proceeds benefit the Education Foundation of Lake County.
AMOUNT RAISED LAST YEAR: $75,000 SAVE THE DATE: NOV. 1–2 AND 7–9 AT LAKE IDAMERE, STATE ROAD 19 AND COUNTY ROAD 448 IN TAVARES
During the western-themed gala, guests dressed in their favorite cowboy attire — jeans, denim shirts, boots and booties — enjoy an evening of fun-filled activities, dinner and live entertainment. It’s a festive event, but organizers are serious about stopping cancer by raising thousands of dollars to fund lifesaving cancer research.
AMOUNT RAISED LAST YEAR: $83,000 SAVE THE DATE: TBA
Art of the Deal offers catered cuisine, an open bar with wine and top-shelf liquor, dancing, live and silent auctions, gaming tables and entertainment. Money raised supports various programs offered by the Mount Dora Center for the Arts.
AMOUNT RAISED LAST YEAR: $28,000 SAVE THE DATE: NOV. 8 AT THE DONNELLY BUILDING, MOUNT DORA
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Part of our extraordinary team Teammates have very personal reasons for joining the ice team. Devin DiScala, ARNP Devin DiScala, ARNP at the Institute of Cardiovascular Excellence, has an extraordinary appetite for helping people and goes to great lengths to demonstrate it. But people weren’t her first choice. Raised on a horse farm, her first degree was a B.S. in equine science with veterinary medicine as her goal. It was after that, when something inside prompted her to give people a chance, that she got her associate degree in nursing from Daytona State. She wasn’t quite finished and added a BSN and an MSN from Graceland University to her list of accomplishments. Today, as an advanced registered nurse practitioner, board certified for family practice, she can help treat everyone from pediatrics to geriatrics. She finally joined the Institute of Cardiovascular Excellence with more than eight years as a nurse in intensive care and trauma. On weekends, while most of us look forward to time spent relaxing, Devin spends hers riding in a helicopter as a trauma nurse. It’s clear she loves what she’s chosen as her profession. When she came to the Institute for the first time, she says, literally, “I fell in love with ICE … I love the people … never knowing what’s behind the door and the relationships you build. I found my niche.”
Kevin Noon, ARNP Kevin Noon was destined for a life in medicine quite literally from birth. He was born with a condition — spina bifida
occulta — then followed that by contracting spinal meningitis at six months of age. He spent the next six years of his life in and out of doctors’ offices and hospitals. He considers himself lucky to be alive and able to give back to the medical field that ultimately saved his life. Kevin worked his way through school, from the community college level, where he earned his R.N., then at the University of Florida where he received both his BSN and a master’s. In his 15 years as an ARNP, Kevin has put into practice lessons in compassion and humility taught to him by his mentor at the Institute, Dr. Asad Qamar. “We treat every person with the same level of care and respect regardless of their ability to pay. I am so grateful to ICE for empowering me to help people in that way, every day.” Kevin balances his demanding work life with personal time that includes high intensity CrossFit workouts five days a week. For “fun” he participates in “GoRuck” military-themed 12-hour overnight ruck marches in which teams of people travel 25-plus miles on foot carrying heavy ruck sacks full of bricks all around the U.S. Now that’s extraordinary.
a medical mission to Nicaragua. Working long hours, in a high-pressure situation in conditions considerably less than ideal, the experience had a profound effect on her. “We treated so many people and they were so grateful. At the end of the day, I don’t think I ever cried so much in my life.” Sheila was well prepared for her career in medicine with an education at the University of Florida — both a bachelor’s and master’s degrees — before ultimately joining ICE in 2011. “I have always had a passion to learn as much as I can about the human body. That is the beautiful thing about my career — it is an ever-evolving field where there is constantly something else to learn and understand.” Sheila does all she can to share her knowledge with her patients. “I am very big on patient education and trying to explain their diagnosis and testing results in great detail. My goal is always to educate and treat my patients as I would treat a member of my own family.”
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Less invasive, more effective Dr. James J. Paraiso specializes in alternative treatments and minimally invasive procedures to treat and manage spine and neck disorders. In the past, residents of The Villages and surrounding areas had to travel to Orlando, Tampa, or Jacksonville to receive minimally invasive spine surgery. However, those days are long gone thanks to the Central Florida Spine Institute. Founded by Dr. James J. Paraiso, an accomplished spine surgeon, the Central Florida Spine Institute utilizes minimally invasive endoscopic techniques that produce positive patient results. A graduate of the University of Florida with a B.A. in religion and B.S. in zoology, Dr. Paraiso obtained his medical degree from the Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1999 before spending five years in Grand Blanc, Michigan, where he completed his orthopedic surgery internship and residency at Genesys Regional Medical Center/Michigan State University. While being trained in a multifaceted field, his past as an athlete solidified his desire to specialize in spinal surgery. “I’ve always played sports, so I understand how imperative pain-free mobility can be for a person,” says Dr. Paraiso. Therefore, after residency, he acquired additional specialized spinal surgery training, completing a 12-month spine fellowship at Tampa General Hospital and with the widely acclaimed Florida Orthopaedic Institute in Tampa. In 2006, Dr. Paraiso established the
Central Florida Spine Institute as way to address the need for an advanced spine surgery facility in the Central Florida area. Growing up in Ocala meant he realized there was a great opportunity to help residents regain their quality of life. “It’s very rewarding to help people become active again and the feedback has been equally rewarding. Residents are happy to have this kind of access to state-of-the-art, patient-centered care,” he says. “For them to go back to playing pickleball or golf is a major accomplishment. They’re grateful we are committed to excellence in the treatment of spinal disorders.” Dr. Paraiso specializes in minimal access or "minimally invasive" spinal nerve decompression and fusion, adult scoliosis, adult cervical and lumbar spinal degeneration, non-fusion spinal reconstruction and lumbar disc replacement. Less than 20 percent of spine surgeons are capable of performing these procedures and Dr. Paraiso is proud he can bring them to The Villages. “Many people don’t realize the inherent benefits of minimally invasive spine and neck surgery over traditional open neck and back methods,” he says. “For example, the amount of muscle trauma is significantly reduced and there is less blood loss. However, the biggest advantage is the quicker recovery time. Patients get up and walk the
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OCTOBER To have an event considered for the Calendar, send a short text description along with a color photo (if available) 45 days in advance of event to: calendar@akersmediagroup.com or Lake & Sumter Style Calendar, P.O. Box 490088, Leesburg, FL 34749
EVENTS OCTOBER 6
ZUMBA GOLD WORKOUT Class derives from the original Zumba program but makes low-impact modifications for beginners, active older adults and others looking for a fun, high-energy workout that’s friendlier to the body. No dance experience necessary. Mondays from 6–7p.m. Wildwood Community Center, 6500 Powell Road, Wildwood. CONTACT: zumbawildwood@ facebook.com
Backyard Dog.” One child will win an autographed copy. 3:30p.m., Minneola Schoolhouse Library, 100 S. Main Ave. CONTACT: 352.432.3921. OCTOBER 11
FLORIDA BLACK BEAR AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION FESTIVAL Includes free field trips to bear habitat, educational presentations, hands-on children’s activities, arts and crafts and more. 9a.m. –4p.m. Cadwell Park, 3 Cassady St., Umatilla. CONTACT: umatilla@ umatillachamber.org OCTOBER 5-NOVEMBER 1
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AUTHOR STUDY Members of the group will study the works of Mark Twain. 11a.m., Minneola Schoolhouse Library, 100 S. Main Ave. CONTACT: 352.432.3921.
MOUNT DORA FOOD TRUCKS Ten to 15 unique food trucks offer a variety of food styles. Behind the Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce. Tables & seating available in Sunset Park. 5:30–8:30p.m.
FALL FESTIVAL A corn maze, haunted house and hayrides operate Fridays 6-9p.m. and weekends from 11a.m. –8p.m. Pumpkin patch open Monday-Saturday noon–8p.m., Sundays noon–6p.m. $5 per attraction, package and other discounts available. Pumpkins priced starting at $4. Refuge at Jumper Creek, 4912 S.E. Seventh Drive, Bushnell. CONTACT: THEREFUGEJUMPERCREEK.ORG
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MOUNT DORA BICYCLE FESTIVAL Celebrate 40 years of cycling in Mount Dora. New routes and tweaks to some of the old-time favorite routes will also add special flare to the three days of cycling. CONTACT: Mountdorabicyclefestival.com
WAG-N-WALK A Cornerstone Hospice fundraiser to help keeps pets and families together during hospice care includes a lure course for dogs, an adoptable parade, blessing of the animals and more. 4-7p.m., Eustis Historical Museum, Bates and Bay streets. CONTACT: 888.728.6234
River Preserve with Lake County Parks and Trails park rangers and staff from Lake County Water Authority. All experience levels welcome. 9a.m. –1p.m. Crooked River Preserve, 11121 Lake Louisa Road, Clermont. CONTACT: gailg@lcwa.org
STORY TIME For preschool children. Topics include butterflies and frogs, and on Oct. 15 author Maddie Lock will read her book, “Ethel the
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MOUNT DORA CRAFT FAIR The 30th annual, in downtown Mount Dora. 9a.m. –5p.m. CONTACT: mountdoracraftfair.com
MOUNT DORA GARDEN TOUR A self-guided tour of five lakeside gardens overlooking Lake Dora and Lake Gertrude. $10 in advance; $12 at door. 10a.m. –4p.m. Saturday, 1–4p.m. Sunday. First Presbyterian Church, 222 W. Sixth Ave. CONTACT: lakeandhillsgardenclub.com
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TAVARES CHAMBER HOWLO-FEST Haunted Hay Ride. 7–10p.m. Tavares Chamber of Commerce, 300 E. Main St., Tavares. $5 per person. CONTACT: director@tavareschamber.com
HOLIDAY BAZAAR The Lakes of Mount Dora Women’s Club event features more than 40 artisans and crafters. At community clubhouse off State Road 44. 9a.m.–1p.m. CONTACT: 352.357.4348
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LIVE MUSIC Bristo, Dick, Skip and Ron are local musicians performing a
family-style show Saturdays at Lickity Splits Ice Cream Parlor, 1858 W. County Road 48, Bushnell. 6–8p.m.
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KARAOKE WITH J.W. WARD Saturday nights at Catfish Johnny’s. Select menu, beer, wine, specialty drinks, draft beer/pitchers and free popcorn. Music, dancing and food. 7–10p.m. CONTACT: 352.793.2083.
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FELLOWSHIP IN ART Bring in art you’re working on and other members do the same. Free for members, $5 studio fee for nonmembers. There is no instructor; bring your own supplies. Open Paint meets on alternate Tuesdays; we will meet the first and third Tuesday of the month from 1–5p.m. Montrose Gallery, Clermont.
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PET PORTRAIT Level 1 (beginner): Students learn techniques by painting the animal pictured on butterflykissesstudio. com. Level 2 & 3 (intermediate/ advanced: Students bring in their own photo to work from canvas. Paints, mediums supplied. $150 ($135 members). Registration required, 10a.m. –4 p.m. daily. OCTOBER 24
SANFORD ART WALK Central Florida artists are featured in a gallery setting. Mingle with artists, live music, refreshments and lots of art. Open to the public and free. 6–9p.m., 230 E. First St., Sanford. CONTACT: info@sanfordwel comecenter.com
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ARSENIC AND OLD LACE Mortimer Brewster discovers his two spinster aunts have a horrifying hobby. Meanwhile, his brother, Teddy, digs the locks for the Panama Canal in the cellar. When another brother, Jonathan, arrives seeking a safe hideout breathtaking hilarity begins. 7:30–10p.m. CONTACT: tix.com/ActSelection. asp?organizationNumber=264
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MOUNT DORA ART STROLL A monthly showcase and celebration of the best galleries, artists, photography, restaurants, bars, shops and businesses in downtown Mount Dora. Until 8p.m. or later.
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MONSTER SPLASH SEAPLANE FLY-IN
Seaplanes of every size and description fly in from all over the country for a spooky splash-in. Watch various flying competitions such as Franken-spot landing and Smashing Pumpkin Drop. 9a.m. –3p.m., 100 E. Ruby St., Tavares Seaplane Base, Wooton Park. Tavares.
VANYA, SONIA, MASHA & SPIKE Middle-aged siblings Vanya and Sonia share a home in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, where they bicker and complain. Then their movie-star sister, Masha, swoops in with her new boy toy, Spike. Old resentments flare up, leading to threats to sell the house. 311 N. 13th Street, Leesburg. CONTACT: 352.787.3013
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MARTIN & LEWIS TRIBUTE A show that will make you feel as if Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis are still performing. It will bring back memories of the Martin and Lewis era and entertain a whole new generation of fans, who will grow to respect the talents of Tom Stevens and Tony Lewis as two of the world’s best tribute artists. 7p.m. $20-35. CONTACT: 352.383.2165
Photo by Alan Quigley
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NOVEMBER 1-2 AND NOVEMBER 7-9
LADY OF THE LAKES RENAISSANCE FAIRE
Celtic music, period comedians, human chess matches and full armor jousting in a re-enactment of 16th century England. Renew vows in a hand-fasting ceremony. Over 60 artisans in the forest filled with fantasy, food and fun. 10a.m. –5p.m. CONTACT: CULLEN-BATTC@LAKE.K12.FL.US
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LOCAL TALENT PROFILE
INCONCERT LOCAL LIVE MUSIC
JAZZY JAMS STORY: GARY CORSAIR
Some of the best performers in the area will showcase their talents Nov. 21–23 at the Suncoast Jazz Classic in Clearwater. The event will include Valerie Gillespie and her quintet, which includes trumpeter John DiPaolo, pianist Dave Flanagan of The Villages and bassist John Lamb, who played with the Duke Ellington Band at the height of the big band era and now teaches and collaborates with several leading Tampa-area groups. Gillespie is a favorite in The Villages. She’s been nominated for a Grammy award, stemming from playing with composer-arranger Chuck Owens’ Jazz Surge on “River Runs: A concerto for jazz guitar, saxophone and orchestra.” The Villages’ popular Red Garter Dixieland Jazz Band will also return to the jazz festival. The band features vocalist Billie Thatcher of The Villages and New York’s legendary stride pianist Ed Clute. Orlando’s Bill Allred, former musical leader at Disney and also at Rosie O’Grady’s in Orlando, will lead a world-class band that’s performed at the Suncoast Jazz Classic since its beginning, some 24 years ago. The concert will be a weekend of traditional, contemporary and Latin jazz, swing, ragtime, rhythm and blues, zydeco/Cajun and the fun music of the Roaring ’20s, Flirty ’30s and Swinging ’40s. A swing dance extravaganza is scheduled Friday at the Marriott Suites Hotel from 6p.m. to midnight. Many of the 600 members in The Villages’ Jazz Lovers and More Jazz clubs will travel to Clearwater Beach to join 3,000-4,000 jazz fans at the Sheraton Sand Key Resort and Marriott Suites Hotel. Other notable performers on the bill include: St. Louis’ Brian Casserly fronting Cornet Chop Suey with a flamboyant display of trumpet skills; California’s High Sierra Jazz Band, voted No. 1 on the festival circuit; Dave Bennett & the Memphis Boys; San Francisco’s fiery violinist Tom Rigney & Flambeau. Nate Najar, a headline performer at festivals and music events throughout the country; Dick Petersen’s Barbary Coast Show Band, a Minnesota Music Hall of Fame band made up of six versatile musicians who play 18 instruments; • Midiri Brothers, whose musical menu and stage antics are audience-endearing; • Wally’s Warehouse Waifs, purveyors of Classic jazz from ragtime and the ’20s through the swing era to the present. • • • • • •
“We anticipate it’s going to be another all-star event,” says festival director Joan Dragon. “It will be a weekend of nonstop music from morning into the late-evening jam sessions.” A $125 all-event badge provides access to all weekend performances. Daily badges for Friday and Saturday are $50 and Sunday $40; students’ daily tickets (up to age 21) are $10. For more information, to order tickets or to check the schedule, visit the event’s website at suncoastjazzclassic.com.
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Keeper (rock) Brewery Boys (’60s/’70s/’80s) Swamp Juice Band (Rock/blues/country) The Band 4Play (rock/country/pop) Rita Brooke (rock/country/Texas blues) Bob Green (country/rock) Rich Lawrence & His Retrosonics (retro tunes) Swamp Juice Band (rock/blues/country) Bobby France (acoustic) Kelly Jarrard (acoustic/soul/jazz) Shakedown! (classic rock) 3 For The Road (classic rock) Liquor Boxx (rock) Manfredi Rocks (rock/acoustic rock) Archnemesis (electro hip-hop/soul)
Hurricane Dockside Grill, Tavares Rocking Rabbit Brewing, Mount Dora Shamrock Lounge & Package, Leesburg Frank’s Place, Leesburg Boleros Cigar & Wine Bar, Tavares World of Beer, The Villages Rocking Rabbit Brewery, Mount Dora Shamrock Lounge & Package, Leesburg Ruby Street Grille, Tavares Ruby Street Grille, Tavares Pisces Rising, Mount Dora City Fire at Lake Sumter Landing, The Villages
Shamrock Lounge & Package, Leesburg The Lost Parrot, Mount Dora revival, Clermont Lake County Folk Festival (Celtic/bluegrass/blues) Downtown Eustis The Ladyz & The Boyz (rock/R&B) Lakeridge Winery, Clermont Liquor Boxx (rock) Shamrock Lounge & Package, Leesburg Lake County Folk Festival (Celtic/bluegrass/blues) Downtown Eustis The Peanut Butter Company (50s/60s/70s) Lakeridge Winery, Clermont Kelly Jarrard (acoustic/soul/jazz) Ruby Street Grille, Tavares Da Boys (acoustic) Ruby Street Grille, Tavares Uncle Bob’s Rock Shop (rock) Spanish Springs Town Square, The Villages Jeff Whitfield (adult alternative/blues) Ruby Street Grille, Tavares Rita Brooke (singer/songwriter) Boleros Cigar and Wine Bar, Tavares “Dangerous” Dave Merril (Rock/blues/contemporary) Ruby Street Grille, Tavares Shuffle-Tones (blues) Ruby Street Grille, Tavares Audio Z (rock/pop/reggae) Oasis Saloon, Sorrento Chicken Train (classic rock) Shamrock Lounge & Package, Leesburg Clermont Music Festival (various artists) Downtown Clermont Audio Z (rock/pop/reggae) Oasis Saloon, Sorrento Steve McNulty (singer-songwriter) World of Beer, Clermont Chicken Train (classic rock) Shamrock Lounge & Package, Leesburg Bobby France (acoustic) Ruby Street Grille, Tavares Jeff Whitfield (adult alternative/blues) Ruby Street Grille, Tavares “Dangerous” Dave Merril (Rock/blues/contemporary) Ruby Street Grille, Tavares 13th Hour (acoustic rock) Beef O’Brady’s, Clermont Nightly Blues (blues/R&B/jazz) McCall’s Tavern, The Villages The StraightJackets (classic rock) Shamrock Lounge & Package, Leesburg Keeper (rock) Frank’s Place, Leesburg
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Nightly Blues (blues/R&B/jazz) The Four Freshmen (jazz) Da Boys (acoustic) The StraightJackets (classic rock) Kelly Jarrard (acoustic/soul/jazz) The Four Freshmen (jazz) Jeff Whitfield (adult alternative/blues) Bobby France (acoustic) Keeper (rock) 13th Hour (acoustic rock) Blue Earth (classic rock) Blue Earth (classic rock)
Pisces Rising, Mount Dora Lake-Sumter State College, Leesburg Ruby Street Grille, Tavares Shamrock Lounge & Package, Leesburg Ruby Street Grille, Tavares Lake-Sumter State College, Leesburg Ruby Street Grille, Tavares Ruby Street Grille, Tavares Windy Acres Farm, Fruitland Park Beef O’Brady’s, Clermont Shamrock Lounge & Package, Leesburg Shamrock Lounge & Package, Leesburg
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romoting arts is a picture-perfect way to strengthen the community. “Arts promote cultural tourism, which is beneficial for our local businesses,” says Beth Miller, executive director of the Mount Dora Center for the Arts. “On an individual basis, it allows people to express themselves in ways that are constructive rather than destructive.” For those reasons, Beth is excited about the 14th annual Art of the Deal, being held Nov. 8 inside Mount Dora’s Donnelly Building. The event is a colorful reminder of Mount Dora’s thriving arts scene and is sure to have everyone’s creative juices flowing as they bid on high-quality artwork. “I encourage people to attend this event because we all benefit from a vibrant arts community,” she says. “This event is a great way to help sustain arts in our community.”
Sparkling with creativity Art of the Deal features the donated works of about 250 local and national artists. During the live and silent auctions, attendees can bid on jewelry, photographs, paintings, pottery, sculptures and glassware. Other items up for bid include romantic getaways, tickets to Central Florida attractions and gift certificates to local restaurants and theater. “Much of the artwork is created by artists who participate in the Mount Dora Arts Festival in January,” Beth says. “Some women actually come here to do their Christmas shopping
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because they want to give nice gifts such as jewelry, paintings or clay pieces.” Attendees will enjoy a light dinner buffet, an open bar with wine and liquor, and music provided by 5 Starcular Entertainment. They can also showcase their dance moves or test their luck at gaming tables. “This is certainly a high-energy event,” Beth says. “The venue is very intimate, so people are either dancing or engaging in conversation. It’s not one of those events where people sit at a table for several hours.” Last year, Art of the Deal raised $28,000, which supports various programs offered by the Mount Dora Center for the Arts. For example, more than 300 children ages 5–13 participated in the 2014 Summer Fine Art Camp and received hands-on training in clay, beading, painting, watercolors and animated video. Their work was displayed in the organization’s gallery. Another popular program is the Plein-Air Paint Out and Exhibit. On Nov. 7, between 30 and 40 artists will set up their easels outdoors and depict Mount Dora’s unique landscape. Their work will be exhibited from Nov. 8 to Dec. 8. “We’re proud we can offer various arts-related activities and events,” Beth says. “We want people to appreciate the arts and realize the arts are a great asset to our community.” For more information on Art of the Deal, call the Mount Dora Center for the Arts at 352.383.0880.
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CULTURAL GEMS
Throughout the South, in some highly unexpected places, extraordinary museums are highlighting world-class art. STORY: MARY ANN DESANTIS PHOTOGRAPHY: MARY ANN DESANTIS+COURTESY OF CRYSTAL BRIDGES MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART AND THE APPLETON MUSEUM OF ART
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APPLETON MUSEUM OF ART
Ocala appletonmuseum.org If you’ve not visited the Appleton because you thought an Ocala museum couldn’t possibly house works by worldrenowned artists, you’re missing one of Florida’s gems. Tavares residents Toni and
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Don Cornell are among the many Lake County residents who’ve become fans. “I came from outside Hartford, Connecticut, and was used to seeing lots of cultural places,” says Toni. “I was thrilled to find the Appleton.” The two-story Italian travertine marble structure is an oasis along busy State Road 40. Set back from the road on 11½ acres of wooded property, the Appleton Museum was founded in 1982 to house the extensive art collection of Chicago businessman and part-time Ocala resident Arthur I. Appleton. The museum opened in 1987 and has been expanded several times to house more than 18,000 objects, including European, American, Asian, African, contemporary and pre-Columbian art and artifacts. The Cornells are regulars in the Appleton’s Trips and Tours program, which takes members to other U.S. museums. They also helped raise funds to acquire a Christopher Still painting for the Appleton’s permanent collection. “My father was a clam digger before he went into the Navy, and Still’s painting of oyster harvesters brought back a lot of memories,” Toni says. “I wanted to be part of that effort to get his painting for the Appleton.” The Florida artist’s “And My Father Before Me” is one of several highlights in
the Appleton’s permanent collection, and Still is in good company with masters such as Bouguereau, Rousseau and Whistler. The collection has grown significantly since Arthur Appleton’s initial pieces were donated. An exhibition of prints, paintings and objects acquired by the Appleton within the past several years runs Oct. 25–Feb. 1.
CRYSTAL BRIDGES MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART
Bentonville, Arkansas crystalbridges.org In the northwestern corner of Arkansas, the Crystal Bridges Museum of Art beckons tourists to a part of the country where they might least expect to find great works of art, even pieces formerly housed in the New York Public Library and in formidable private collections. The sleek, curved structure in oncerural Bentonville is as awe-inspiring as the five centuries of American art it houses. Architect Moshe Safdie incorporated the crystal springs that run beneath and around the building as part of his design. “I was impressed with the architecture and the natural surroundings from the minute we arrived,” says Francis Robacker of The Villages, who visited last April. “The structure, with its graceful curves and the flowing waters … it was very
much a part of the environment. It was hard to believe they could take such a huge museum and make it so environmentally friendly.” The story of the museum’s origins is as fascinating as the structure. Bentonville is the home of Wal-Mart, and it was Sam Walton’s daughter Alice who had a vision to build a museum so children there could be exposed to great art free of charge. There is no admission to see the permanent collection, which features masterworks by artists from Colonial times through today. Alice, who collected art even as a young girl, anonymously began acquiring great works long before the museum opened in November 2011. As more paintings were mysteriously bought, members of esteemed art establishments became curious. The “outing,” as a docent shared
during my tour of Crystal Bridges, came in 2002 when Alice purchased the 1849 painting, “Kindred Spirits,” by Asher B. Durand from the New York Public Library. The New York media were incensed so many artworks were headed for rural Arkansas and dubbed Alice the “culture vulture.” Undeterred, Alice amassed one of the premier art collections in the South. The nearly $500 million in acquisitions, mostly funded by the Walton Family Foundation and not Wal-Mart Stores Inc., include some of the world’s most priceless artworks. The collections are arranged chronologically so visitors get an overview of both art and American history. Highlights for me included Gilbert Stuart’s original painting of George Washington (1797), Winslow Homer’s “The Return of the Gleaner” (1867), Mary Cassatt’s “The Reader” (1877), and Andy Warhol’s “Dolly Parton” (1985).
MOBILE MUSEUM OF ART
Mobile, Alabama mobilemuseumofart.com Housing an eclectic collection of works — from an unusual Picasso sculpture to a gallery dedicated to paintings of children — the Mobile Museum of Art is worth a stop in Alabama’s Port City. The 95,000-square-foot facility is celebrating its 50th anniversary in November with a
special exhibit honoring the city’s legacy as the site of the first Mardi Gras. If you think New Orleans was the home of Mardi Gras, the good folks in Mobile will set you straight. “In 1703, French settlers in Mobile began celebrating Mardi Gras and the city has the oldest organized celebrations in the U.S.,” says Mary Lee Montgomery, the museum’s public relations director, who gave me a tour around a few of the upcoming exhibition pieces. “New Orleans didn’t organize celebrations until later.” The “Art and Design of Mardi Gras,” which runs Nov. 8–May 3, will dominate the museum’s largest gallery, but other treasures shouldn’t be missed. The exquisite glass collection, including pieces by John Littleton and Emile Gallé, is housed in narrow galleries that overlook Mobile’s picturesque Langan Park. The museum’s Cochran Gallery of American Fine Art features 150 years of works.
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Mary Ann DeSantis has written features for Style publications since 2006. She was recognized with a first-place Florida Press Club Excellence in Journalism Award for Travel Writing in 2012.
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GIVING IT A WHIRL CINDY PARNELL, MICHAEL JASECKI AND PAM DITOMMASO
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The Education Foundation of Lake County’s Stepping Out for Education event offered an evening of glitz and glamour. Local celebrities showcased their newfound ballroom skills by twirling and sidestepping with professional dancers. In addition to watching the dancing display, attendees enjoyed dinner.
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“Every time she goes to the doctor, he’s always shocked at how healthy she is,” she says. “He always tells me, ‘Whatever she’s doing she needs to keep it up.’”
99 AND COUNTING As a kid in Lynn, Massachusetts, Antonette had the reputation of being a very good student. But, when hard times fell on her family, she had to quit school at 13 and lie about her age to land a job working in a shoe factory. “My father was going to lose our house. We were going to be in the street, all 10 of us, so being the oldest, I had to hustle,” she says. She worked alongside four other men cleaning and assembling shoes using dangerous chemicals and hot irons. And while she was young and lacked their brawn, she was able to outpace them, putting out four cases of shoes to their one. “I remember the men called Mr. Owens, our boss, and told him he’d better check my work,” she says. “He went
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berserk at how fast and good I was, so that week I took home $125 while they only had $30.” Her hard work paid off when she was able to save the house. She kept her factory job until 1935, the year she married the love of her life, Emilio Marsella. Antonette admits she learned most of what she knows about Italian cuisine from Emilio’s family — especially his mother — since he was originally from Italy. They took many trips to Italy together, where she would learn how to make dishes like ravioli and gnocchi from scratch. While food had always been a major part of Antonette and Emilio’s life, the pair never explored it as a job. Instead, Emilio worked in construction and during the off-season in Massachusetts, he and Antonette would flip houses to sustain an income. Fed up with harsh winters, the couple moved to Winter Park to be closer to Sylvia and her family in Howey-in-theHills. And then when Emilio passed
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the demand. She found a quaint space on State Road 19 in the Lake Warehouse Plaza and began developing the deli side of her business. Over the years, business has continued to be steady, and every day, Sylvia and Antonette still arrive at work at 9a.m. sharp to start prepping food. Antonette gets to work on many of the restaurant’s basics, making meatballs, cooking sauces and/or preparing the day’s tuna and egg salads. When the day is done, she goes home, puts on music and relaxes with the three things she says keeps her going: the Bible, her rosary beads and her prayer book. On April 7 for her 100th birthday,
Sylvia says she has already made plans to take her mother on a girls’ cruise, just like she did for her 90th birthday. She also wants to do something special for her mother at the restaurant because it’s not every day a cook still working in the kitchen turns 100. When asked if she has any plans to retire, Antonette shakes her head in protest. She loves cooking too much to give it up anytime soon. And it’s what keeps her young. “Don’t ever stop,” she warns. “Always keep going. Because when you stop is when you lose it.”
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CRAFT A NEW OKTOBERFEST EXPERIENCE You don’t have to travel to Munich to enjoy Oktoberfest; just kick back and enjoy these seasonal suds. STORY: JAMES COMBS
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their motto: “Walk In, Stumble Home.” “I love watching people enjoy the taste of new beer,” he says. “I always tell people to take the six-beer challenge. That means drinking five craft beers and then drinking your favorite beer. I guarantee it will taste like water.” Beck would especially like to see people expand their horizons for Oktoberfest, which he refers to as “the Super Bowl of beer festivals.” Here, Beck excitedly opens the tap on his knowledge of several official Oktoberfest beers made in German breweries, as well as some of his personal favorites — all of which can be purchased at Bob’s Discount Liquor in Leesburg. SPATEN OKTOBERFESTBIER “With a 5.90 percent alcohol by volume (ABV), this is a sessionable beer, meaning you will not feel full or bloated after several beers. It’s a light beer with a mild malt flavor and a slightly sweet taste. It does not leave a lasting effect on your palate. Since this is the first beer created for Oktoberfest, I highly recommend trying it. It goes well with German cheese, fish and shellfish.” HACKER AND PSCHORR OKTOBERFEST “This is also a lighter beer and less intrusive to the palate. The beer has a mild taste and is smooth going down. It has a 5.8
ABV so you can enjoy a few, but you must remember to sip these beers rather than shotgun them. This beer can be enjoyed with sausages, roast chicken and pork chops.” HOFBRAU OKTOBERFEST “This beer has a higher alcohol content at 6.3 ABV, so do not overindulge. With its moderate carbonation, you’ll enjoy the robust flavors. Some might say it has a biscuit-like flavor because of the yeast. There’s a bitter hops at the finish. You can drink it with bratwurst, roast pork loin and potatoes.” WEIHENSTEPHANER OKTOBERFEST “This beer is crisp and refreshing and has a sweeter taste in the middle. It has an earthy hops — citrus, floral and pine. I always say it’s a great thirst-quenching beer. A 5.8 ABV means this is a good beer to drink if you plan to party for several hours. Again, do not overindulge. It pairs well with roast, soft pretzels and sausages.”
As Oktoberfest comes to a close, you may want to consider other brands of craft beer. Here are three of Matt’s favorites: SHIPYARD PUMPKINHEAD “This is a spice beer and you taste a combination of pumpkin, ginger and nutmeg. The recipe is perfectly balanced for my palate, and the start, middle and finish are all equal. That makes for a nice journey through the flavor profile. However, you should not mistake this beer for a cider.” GOOD JUJU “This is also a spice beer that tastes like ginger, but you also taste a citrus flavor, as well. This beer is unique because during the mesh process the preservative hops is replaced with apples, pumpkin and vinegar. There is a fair amount of carbonation in this beer, and it has a very refreshing finish.” BELL’S OBERON “It’s an unfiltered wheat beer with a cloudy color. Ladies, you can treat this like a Blue Moon by adding a slice of orange. Don’t ever pour out your last sip with this beer. When you are pouring the beer into a cup, leave about an inch worth of beer in the bottle. Then swirl it up so you get all the ingredients out of the bottom. Because this beer is refreshing and flavorful, it tastes especially good on warm days.”
CRAFT BEER BY THE NUMBERS
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barrels of beer were sold by craft brewers in the U.S. in 2013.
110,273
jobs are provided by craft brewers in the U.S.
2,768
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COUSIN VINNIE’S FAMILY SPORTS RESTAURANT It’s home to more than just lip-smacking wings. STORY: SHEMIR WILES PHOTOS: MATTHEW GAULIN
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hen most locals hear of Cousin Vinnie’s, they immediately think chicken wings. After all, it does have more than 30 different wing sauces to choose from, and they’re all worth trying. But this established Leesburg restaurant has more going for it than just delicious drums and flavorful flats. A quick glance at the menu will let you know Cousin Vinnie’s wants to appeal to everyone. From killer burgers and hot dogs to scrumptious sandwiches and subs, there is something to satisfy the entire family. Still, “Cousin” Vinnie Vittoria’s New York roots make it almost impossible to ignore the award-winning wings. Growing up in North Tonawanda, just outside of Buffalo, Vinnie was naturally a dedicated sports and wing enthusiast. After relocating to Lake County in 2007, he opened a family sports restaurant that would serve authentic Buffalo wings. The rest, of course, is Leesburg history. On this day, I was feeling nostalgic about dining at Cousin Vinnie’s. It was the first restaurant I’d eaten in when I began at Lake & Sumter Style two years ago. Naturally, my newfound colleagues then goaded me into ordering wings; this time around I made it a point to broaden my perspective, even if only slightly. Patrons can expect a distinctive family friendly sports bar atmosphere. Sports paraphernalia, both local and national, along with Budweiser and Harley-Davidson décor adorn the walls. Flat-screen televisions stream ESPN all day, perfect for catching up on the latest
happenings in the sports world. And the wooden tables and benches contribute to the eatery’s laid-back environment. It’s easy to see why Cousin Vinnie’s is also the place to relax and catch up with friends; most nights are themed. For example, if Texas Hold’em is your game of choice, Monday night may be for you. Both amateurs and pros are welcomed. And for pop culture junkies, Wednesday is Team Trivia Night while Thursday night is for those who enjoy belting out a karaoke tune or two. I chose to make my rendezvous with Cousin Vinnie’s a lunch date, mainly because I wanted no distractions. I met up with general manager Von Fast, who gave me free rein of the restaurant’s vast menu.
To start, I ordered a sampling of a few suggested appetizers: Buffalo chicken and cheese dip, Cousin Vinnie’s secret shrimp and jumbo shrimp scampi. Both shrimp dishes feature jumbo Gulf shrimp, which were sweet, tender and juicy. I liked the scampi’s delicious garlic butter and Old Bay sauce, but I enjoyed Cousin Vinnie’s secret shrimp more. The sauce is a unique blend of five wing sauces that explodes with great taste. I detected some vinegary and piquant notes, but overall the sauce was nicely balanced. Of all the appetizers I tried, my favorite was the Buffalo chicken and cheese dip. A creamy fusion of shredded chicken, colby cheese, pepper Jack cheese, Buffalo wing sauce and cream cheese makes
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ADDRESS: 10700 U.S. Highway 441, Suite 101 Leesburg, FL 34788 PHONE: 352.253.2442 HOURS OF OPERATION: Monday–Sunday, 11a.m.–9p.m. POPULAR DISHES: Ribeye Philly Cheesesteak: $6.99 (regular), $10.99 (large) Buffalo Chicken and Cheese Dip: $8.49 Cousin Vinnie’s Secret Shrimp: $9.99 Five Wings & Seasoned Fries: $7.99 Deep Fried Ice Cream: $7.49
this sinfully delectable dip an instant winner. Served with fresh tortilla chips and ranch or blue cheese dressing, it was hard to not devour it as it satisfied my love for savory flavors. I could see it being popular for game-day snacking because you get all the Buffalo taste without getting your fingers messy, which could come in handy if you like to high-five when your team scores. For my main dish, Fast did talk me into wings, but I wanted something special. He offered up some train wreck wings — Cousin Vinnie’s No. 1 seller — and a few blackened wings, which weren’t even on the menu yet. Traditionally, I opt for blue cheese when I eat wings, but Fast wanted me to try the ranch. It’s a point of pride, because the restaurant’s sauces are homemade, except for the Italian, Thousand Island and honey mustard dressings. “Hidden Valley has nothing on us,” Fast boasted. Of the two flavors, the blackened resonated with me more. The wings were rubbed generously with Cajun-style
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seasonings that gave them some spice without being intolerable. Surprisingly, these wings went well with Cousin Vinnie’s ranch dressing, which has a smooth, buttermilk richness. As for the train wreck wings, the sauce — a kitchen sink concoction of garlic, buffalo and mustard sauces — was zesty and the wings paired best with the blue cheese dressing, which, with its liberal hunks of cheese, was in itself divine. With just a little room for dessert, Fast served one of Cousin Vinnie’s newest items: a xango. It’s described as a flaky, cheesecake-filled burrito that’s served with either peaches or apples. I picked peaches. Topped with a sweet peach caramelized glaze and granulated sugar, the dessert is certainly rich and should be shared. The nice, cool cheesecake center, in contrast with the warm peaches and deep-fried tortilla, resulted in interesting flavor profiles that shouldn’t work … but do. The glaze was also a nice touch and wasn’t excessively sugary. Speaking briefly about Cousin Vinnie’s sustained
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success, Fast explained people love the restaurant because it is committed to good food and customer service. “If you come in here more than twice,” he said, “our servers make it a point to know your name.” In addition, Cousin Vinnie’s does a lot of charity work. “They really do a lot for people in the community, which is one of the reasons I like to dine here,” said Jackie Harrison, part of a regular group of Plaza Cadillac employees who visit regularly. “Not to mention it’s one of the few places I feel
comfortable eating at alone.” Her lunch companions that day, Mitchell Wolski and James Allen, also spoke highly of Cousin Vinnie’s service. “We walk in and they already know our drink and food orders, unless we decide to eat something different,” said James. “But we rarely do.” So while the idea of watching a game on the big screen and knocking back a few ice cold beers with your buddies may bring you through the door at Cousin Vinnie’s, the exceptional food and great wait staff is what will make you stay — and keep you coming back.
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EATS // dining guide Destinations of good taste
dining Charley’s Grilled Subs 421 N West St. 352.568.1186 $ Chuck’s Odd Cuples Café 117 W Belt Ave 352.568.0408 $ Coyote Rojo 2082 W. CR 48 352.569.0302 $$ Critic’s Choice 8032 CR 476B, 352.568.0008 $ Hong Kong Restaurants 2229 W CR 48 (352) 568-888 $$ Howie’s Family Restaurant 840 N. Main St. 352.793.8582 $
Astatula Race Car Diner 25641 Monroe St. 352.253.6940 $
Astor Sparky’s Place 24646 State Road 40 352.759.3551 $$ Sterling Restaurant & Lounge 23525 State Road 40 352.759.3833 $$
Bushnell Angelotti’s Pizza 920 N Main St. 352.569.0446 $ Beef O’Bradys 2586 W. CR 48 352.568.7000 $
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Clermont Akina Sushi Bar & Asian Fusion Bistro 4300 S. U.S. Hwy. 27 352.243.8988 $$$ Calabria Ristorante 13900 County Road 455 407.656.5144 $$ Cheeser’s Palace 707 W. Montrose St. 352.404.9431 $ Flippers Pizzeria 2523 S. U.S. Hwy. 27 352.242.2214 $$ G’s NY Pizza 12346 Roper Blvd. 352.243.8900 $$$ Green Garden 1790 E. Hwy. 50 352.243.2077 $$
Manginogrube, Inc. 411 W. Parkhill Ave. 352.793.6350 $$
Legends Grille & Tavern 1700 Legendary Blvd. 352.242.1910 $$$
Market Street Gardens 311 N. Market St. 352.568.0100 $$
Lyn’s Ice Cream & Sandwich Shoppe 824 W. Montrose St. 352.536.9935 $
Mia Plaza Pizzeria 6092 CR 609 352.793.4418 $
Napolis Pizzeria 556 S. U.S. Hwy. 27 352.243.7500 $$
Sonny’s Bar-B-Q 2684 W. CR 48 352.569.0200 $
Robata Japanese Steak House and Sushi Bar 1500 Oakley Seaver Dr. 352.404.9688 $$
TJ’s Family Restaurant 412 W. Belt Ave 352.793.8877 $$ Waffle House 2571 W CR 48 352.793.5656 $ Waller’s Restaurant 138 Bushnell Plaza 352.793.2592 $ Whistle Stop Café 311 N. Market St. 352.568.7667 $$
Rusty Fox 649 12th St. 352.394.3333 $$ Sanctuary Ridge Golf Club Restaurant 2601 Diamond Club Dr. 352.243.0411 $$ Spiro’s Pizza 1203 W. Hwy. 50 352.394.5538 $$
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Sugar Mama’s Bake Shoppe 648 Eighth St. 352.241.9738 $$ Troy’s Cuban & Deli 1200 Oakley Seaver Dr. 352.241.4295 $$
Eustis Cafe Gianni 119 N. Bay St. 352.589.1402 $$ Dam Smoker Barbeque 36721 County Road 19A 352.357.6555 $$ Double Take Pizza 403 N. Grove St. 352.343.0990 $$ El Korita Mexican Restaurant 256 W. Ardice Ave. 352.483.0355 $ Jeannie’s Place 209 E. Gottsche Ave. 352.357.0027 $ Kiku Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar 15211 U.S. Hwy. 441 352.483.8288 $$$ King’s Taste Bar-B-Que 503 Palmetto St. 352.589.0404 $$ La Mandarina Mexican Restaurant 1401 Orange Ave. 352.357.2487 $$ Olivia’s Coffee House & Bistro 113 N. Bay St. 352.357.1887 $ Stavro’s & Sons of Eustis 2100 W. County Road 44 352.589.9100 $$ Taki’s Pizza House 2824 S. Bay St. 352.357.0022 $$
Thai Sushi America 925 N. Bay St. 352.357.1949 $$ The Crazy Gator 402 N. Bay St. 352.589.5885 $$$ The Great Pizza Company 23 E. Magnolia Ave. 352.357.7377 $$ The Oyster Troff 936 N. Bay St. 352.357.9939 $$$ Tony’s Pizza & Subs 2760 E. Orange Ave. 352.589.9001 $$
Fruitland Park Fruitland Park Café 3180 US Hwy. 441/27 352.435.4575 $ Legends Cafe 2468 U.S. Hwy. 441/27 Fruitland Park 352.728.0006 $$
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Lady Lake Harbor Hills Country Club 6538 Lake Griffin Rd. 352.753.7000 $$$ Mom & Dad’s Italian Restaurant 504 S. U.S. Hwy. 441/27 352.753.2722 $$ Texas Stockyard BBQ 360 S. U.S. Hwy. 441 352.750.5229 $$
Leesburg Bloom’s Café 610 W. Main St. 352.787.1004 $$ Cupcake Time 703 W. Main St. 352.728.2253 $$
Stavros Pizza 755 N. 14th St. 352.326.4202 $$ Takis Pizza Restaurant 1324 W. North Blvd. 352.787.2344 $$ The Florida Porch Café 706 W. Main St. 352.365.1717 $$ The Latin Cafe 400 N. 14th St. 352.365.0089 $$
Gator Bay Bar & Grill 10320 County Road 44 352.365.2177 $$
Vic’s Embers 7940 U.S. Hwy. 441 352.728.8989 $$$$
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HP Grill 1403 S. 14th St. 352.314.0006 $
Mission Inn Resort & Club’s Nickers 10400 County Rd. 48 352.324.3101 $$$$
San Juan Mexican Restaurant 1341 S. 14th St. 352.787.7575 $$
Two Old Hags Wine Shoppe 410 W Main St 352.435.9107 $$
Habaneros 3 Mexican Restaurant 10601 U.S. Hwy. 441 352.315.1777 $$
Mission Inn Resort & Club’s El Conquistador 10400 County Rd. 48 352.324.3101 $$$$
Osaka 1401 Citrus Blvd. 352.728.0788 $$
Cedar River Seafood 8609 S. U.S. Hwy. 441 352.728.3377 $$
Red Wing Restaurant 12500 S. State Road 33 352.429.2997 $$$
JB Boondocks Bar & Grill 704 S. Lakeshore Blvd. 352.324.3600 $$
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Kountry Kitchen 1008 W. Dixie Ave. 352.323.0852 $ Lilly’s Super Subs 2339 County Road 473 352.343.4663 $ Magnolia’s Oyster Bar 201 W. Magnolia St. 352.323.0093 $$ Naples Italian Restaurant 1107 W. North Blvd. 352.323.1616 $$
Mascotte Rainbow Restaurant 704 E. Myers Blvd. 352.429.2093 $$
Minneola Jack’s Barbecue 100 S. U.S. Hwy. 27 352.394.2673 $ Lil Anthony’s Pizza 205 N. U.S. Hwy. 27 352.394.1516 $$ Tiki Bar & Grill 508 S. Main Ave. 352.394.2232 $$
Mount Dora Anthony’s Pizza 17195 U.S. Hwy. 441 352.357.6668 $
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BONIFAY COUNTRY CLUB
1033 PINELLAS PLACE, THE VILLAGES 352.205.7455 // WWW.BONIFAYCOUNTRYCLUB.COM Bonifay Country Club is a casual, fine dining restaurant that infuses Florida-inspired cuisine with the relaxing and open atmosphere of a beach getaway. Our eclectic menu, with a focus on fresh, clean, and local products, is filled with delicious fare and handcrafted cocktails that will be sure to delight the palate, while staying reasonably priced. The interior design is fun and vibrant, with pastel colors, bright canopies, and light fixtures in the restaurant and outside bar will delight your senses and appetite. Whether coming off the beautiful, Ken Ezell-designed golf course or stopping by before a night on the town square, Bonifay Country Club is the right choice. HOURS OF OPERATION: SUNDAY – THURSDAY: 7:30A.M.–9P.M. FRIDAY – SATURDAY: 7:30A.M.–10P.M. BREAKFAST: EVERY DAY 7:30A.M.–11A.M. HAPPY HOUR: EVERY DAY 11A.M.–5P.M.
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 // WWW.CVINNIES.COM
Cousin Vinnie’s is located on U.S. Hwy. 441 across from Lake Square Mall. Owner “Cousin” Vinnie Vittoria and his family have created a unique atmosphere by combining a sports bar with a family restaurant. Vinnie’s recently won “Medium Business of the Year” and is famous for outstanding food and even better service! They also have been voted BEST WINGS in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 & 2014. Additional menu items offered are killer ½ lb. burgers, personal pan pizzas, amazing ribeye cheese steaks, healthy wheat wraps, homemade salads, chicken strips that absolutely melt in your mouth, 16 awesome appetizers, and their signature deep fried Ice Cream and Snickers Bars! Every Monday is “Texas Hold’em” from 6–10p.m. Tuesday night is “Family Night” from 4–8p.m. when kids 12-and-under eat free. Wednesday night is “Trivia Night” when the fun starts at 6:30p.m. with prizes given to the top 3 teams. Thursday night is “Karaoke Night” where everyone is a star! Every Saturday watch your favorite college team while enjoying $1.50 select draft beers all day and night. On Sundays they offer “The Sunday NFL Ticket,” catch any game… any time! Cousin Vinnie’s also offers, free Wi-Fi, great music, and an enthusiastic staff ready to exceed your expectations. Vinnie’s has been open for six years, if you have never been there… it is absolutely time for you to check it out!
FRANCESCO’S ITALIAN RISTORANTE AND STONE FIRE PIZZA 16770 SOUTH U.S. HIGHWAY 441, SUMMERFIELD 352.693.2008 // WWW.FRANCESCOSRISTORANTE.COM
Francesco’s Italian Ristorante and Stone Fire Pizza opened in March of 2014, as a collaboration of partners Paul D’Alto from Pomodoro Cafe in Gainesville and Kathy Funk from Pasta Faire in Belleview, along with their new managing partner Francesco Esposito. “Francesco’s” is an elegant, but casual Italian Ristorante. The menu by new head chef Noel Bravo and partner Francesco Esposito features authentic Italian dishes, homemade pastas, scratch-made sauces and soups, as well as stoneand-wood-fired gourmet pizzas. The dining rooms have been updated with beautiful new booths, wall-to-wall carpet and rustic Italian decor. Our new Garden Room is a great place to bring your large group, business seminars, birthdays, anniversaries, etc. Capable of holding up to 80 guests, the Garden Room is fully air-conditioned and heated with a beautiful fireplace, and is adorned with Italian tapestries and photography, carpet, comfortable tables and chairs. So come visit the new Francesco’s and enjoy great food, service and value. HOURS OF OPERATION: MONDAY-SATURDAY 11AM-10PM SUNDAY 11AM-9PM
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dining Beauclaire Restaurant at Lakeside Inn 100 N. Alexander St. 352.383.4101 $$$ Blackbear Smokehouse 18750 U.S. Hwy. 441 352.383.2327 $$ Bocce Pizzeria 925 E. First Ave. 352.385.0067 $ Cecile’s French Corner 237 W. Fourth Ave. 352.383.7100 $$ Cody’s on 4th Cafe 111 E. 4th Ave. 352.735.8426 $ Copacabana Cuban Cafe 320 Dora Drawdy Way 352.385.9000 $$ Cupcake Delights 122 E. 4th Ave. 352.383.2200 $ Highland Street Café 185 S. Highland St. 352.383.1446 $ Incredible Edible Cakes 4295 W. Old Hwy. 441, Suite 2 352.223.3581 $ Ivory’s Take Out 1325 N. Grandview St. 352.735.6797 $ Jeremiah’s 500 N. Highland St. 352.383.7444 $ Lisa’s Kitchen 3201 N. Hwy. 19A 352.383.9338 $$ Mount Dora Pizza & Subs 2718 W. Old U.S. Hwy. 441 352.383.5303 $
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One Flight Up - Coffee, Dessert & Wine Bar 440 N. Donnelly St., Suite 100 352.758.9818 $ Operation Deep Freeze Custard 140A West 5 Avenue 352.735.8269 $ Palm Tree Grille 351 N. Donnelly St. 352.735.1936 $$ Pisces Rising 239 W. Fourth Ave. 352.385.2669 $$$ PizzAmore’ 622 N. Donnelly St. 352.383.0092 $ Saucy Spoon Catering & Bistro 427 S. Highland St. 352.383.1050 $$$ Sidelines Sport Eatery 315 N. Highland St. 352.735.7433 $ Sugarboo’s Bar-B-Que 1305 N. Grandview St. 352.735.7675 $ The Frog and Monkey Pub 411 N. Donnelly St. 352.383.1936 $$ The Garden Gate Tea Room 142 E. Fourth Ave. 352.735.2158 $$ The Health Basket of Mount Dora 18834 U.S. Hwy. 441 352.735.1166 $$ The Windsor Rose English Tea Room 142 W. Fourth Ave. 352.735.2551 $$ Village Coffee Pot 425 Donnelly St. 352.383.3334 $
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Wasabi Buffet 16700 U.S. Hwy. 441 352.383.7016 $$ Whales Tale Fish House 2720 W. Old. U.S. Hwy. 441 352.385.1500 $$ Zellie’s Pub 4025 N. U.S. Hwy. 19A 352.483.3855 $$
Sorrento Del Franco Pizza Place 31436 County Rd. 437 352.383.8882 $ Gi Gi’s 25444 State Road 46 352.735.4000 $$ Lisa’s Country Cafe 23911 State Road 46 352.735.3380 $
Tavares Angelo’s Italian Restaurant 2270 Vindale Rd. 352.343.2757 $$ Buzzard Beach Grill 12423 U.S. Hwy. 441 352.253.5267 $$ Casa Mia Cafe 505 W Main St 352.742.9940 $
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Pressed for Time Cafe 110 S. New Hampshire Ave. 352.253.4663 $ Ruby Street Grille 221 E. Ruby St. 352.742.7829 $$ Sinbad’s of Lake County 1050 W. Burleigh Blvd. 352.343.6669 $$ Sunrise Grill 462 E. Burleigh Blvd. 352.343.7744 $ The Hideaway 11912 Lane Park Rd. 352.343.3585 $$
Umatilla Old Crow Real Pit Bar-B-Q 41100 State Road 19 352.669.3922 $ The Mason Jar 37534 State Rd. 19 352.589.2535 $$
The Villages Bob Evans 2199 Parr Dr. 352.259.1224 $ Bonefish Grill 3580 Wedgewood Ln. 352.674.9292 $$
China Gourmet III 343 Colony Blvd 352.750.4965 $
RedSauce 1000 Canal St. 352.750.2930 $$
Olive Garden 3680 Wedgewood Ln. 352.259.0304 $$
Ricciardi’s Italian Table 3660 Kiessel Rd. 352.391.9938 $$
Fiesta Grande Mexican Grill 297 Colony Blvd 352.751.0400 $$ Glenview Champions Country Club 3194 Glenview Rd 352.753.0077 $$ Hemingway’s at Havana 2484 Odell Circle 352.753.1475 $$$ Las Tapas Brownwood Paddock Square 352.399.5516 $$ The Legacy Restaurant at the Nancy Lopez Country Club 17135 Buena Vista Blvd. 352.753.1475 $$$
Hurricane Dockside Grill 3351 W. Burleigh Blvd. 352.508.5137 $$
Bonifay Country Club 1033 Pinellas Place 352.205.7455 $$
The Lighthouse Point Bar and Grille 925 Lakeshore Dr. 352.753.7800 $$
Lake Dora Sushi & Sake 227 E. Main St. 352.343.6313 $$
Cane Garden Country Club 1726 Bailey Trail 352.750.0627 $$
Mezza Luna Italian Restaurant and Bar 320 Colony Blvd. 352.753.3824 $$
Mary’s Kountry Kitchen 15945 County Road 448 352.343.6823 $
Carrabba’s 650 U.S. Hwy. 441 N 352.430.1304 $$
NYPD Pizzeria 4046 Wedgwood Ln 352.750.1994 $$
Chengs Chinese and Sushi Restaurant 4050 Wedgewood Ln. 352.391.9678 $$
Outback Steakhouse 710 N. Hwy 441 352.430.2590 $$
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Palmer Legends Country Club 1635 Palmer Way 352.391.9939 $$
City Fire Brownwood Paddock Square 352.561.2078 $$
Evans Prairie Country Club 1825 Evans Prairie Trail 352.750.2225 $$
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Sakura 265 Colony Blvd 352.205.7393 $$ Scooples 2718 Brownwood Blvd 352.750.6263 $ Square One Burgers & Bar 2542 Burnsed Blvd. 352.689.2191 $$ Takis Greek and Italian Restaurant 13761 U.S. Hwy. 441 N. 352.430.3630 $$ TooJay’s 1129 Canal St. 352.430.0410 $ Toscani’s Deli and Pizzeria 8760 SE Mulberry Ln. 352.693.2237 $$ VKI Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar 1004 Old Mill Run 352.259.9887 $$
Beer, Wine or Cocktails
Buddy’s BBQ 1210 N. Main St. 352.330.0338 $$ China Jade 420 W. CR 44 352.330.5913 $ Cotillion Southern Café 101 N. Main St. 352.748.1223 $$ Dickey’s Barbeque Pit 1220 S. Main St. 352.748.4288 $$ Mel’s Island Café 901 Industrial Dr. 352.748.4105 $$ O’Shucks! Oyster Bar and Grill 1016 S Main St. 352.399.2200 $$ Polly’s Pantry 819 S. Main St. 352.330.4002 $$ Rita’s Oyster Bar 346 Shopping Center Dr. 352.399.2987 $$ T Weston’s Smokehouse 1210 N. Main St. 352.748.9378 $$ Traditions Café 3107 Hwy. 44 352.748.1077 $$ Woody’s Bar-B-Q 1220 S. Main St. 352.748.1109 $$
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Aztec’s Mexican Restaurant 348 Shopping Center Dr. 352.748.2250 $
Yalaha Bakery 8210 County Road 48 352.324.3366 $$
Beef O’ Bradys 840 S. Main St. 352.689.0048 $
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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).
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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: NOON–8P.M. MONDAY–SATURDAY: 11A.M.–9P.M.
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Under the oaks of the historic MoteMorris House, this all-you-can-eat feast features a great variety of exotic and unusual meats along with sides, beverages, and live entertainment. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Thursday, October 30 from 5:30–7:30p.m.
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A SILENT AUCTION BENEFITTING PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Providing girls and young women an opportunity for a better future through education, counseling and advocacy. NOVEMBER 10TH – 13TH individuals, local businesses and organizations. Join us November 13th from 6:45 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. as we close this evening of holiday splendor featuring our all-occasion wreaths display, entertainment, hors d’oeuvres, chocolate fountains and more. For More Information Call: 352.873.2036 2800 SW 41st St. Bldg. 200 Ocala, FL 34474
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MEDICAL & SURGICAL TREATMENT OF: • Bunions and Hammertoes • Corns • Morton’s Neuromas • Ingrown Nails and Warts • Heel and Arch Pain • Thick, Painful Toenails • Foot Injuries • Diabetic & Geriatric Foot Care • Sports Medicine • Orthotics • Diabetic Shoes • Numbness/Tingling of Feet
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F O O T C A R E F OR PE OPL E OF A L L AG E S W I T H AC T I V E L I F E S T Y L E S . Tri-County Podiatry welcomed Dr. Daniel Wassell to the practice in September of 2014. As a 2011 graduate of the California School of Podiatric Medicine, Dr. Wassell completed his surgical residency at the Veterans Affairs Hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico, which included a one-year affiliation with Kaiser Permanente in Sacramento, California. “I feel honored to become part of such a successful and innovative practice like Tri-County Podiatry,” says Dr. Wassell, “I have enjoyed getting to know the doctors and staff. Everyone is extremely nice. Tri-County Podiatry creates a great atmosphere for their patients. I am excited to be a part of the team.” Dr. Wassell’s extensive training in trauma and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery adds a new dimension to Tri-County Podiatry. Educated in both the surgical and conservative treatment of various foot and ankle pathology, Dr. Wassell treats everything from tendon ruptures and fractures to common foot problems, such as bunions, hammertoes and ingrown toenails. “I am excited about getting to know residents of The Villages because they are very active and are looking to continue activities without discomfort,” says Dr. Wassell. October 20 14
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search are considered card-collecting vermin. I bought anyway. I crossed my fingers as I began opening packs of cards. At home, I flashed back to the summer of 1971 when my pal Gary “The Big Dutcher” Robbins cleaned out the neighborhood minimart by buying 10 boxes of Topps baseball cards. Didn’t leave a singe pack. Neighborhood kids cursed The Big Dutcher until the store’s next shipment arrived. We opened all 360 packs that afternoon. And yes, we chewed the gum; at least 100 sticks. My jaw hurt for two days. Opening those long-forgotten ’81 Fleers last week was nearly as much fun … for a little while. After opening 20 packs, I was still looking for a Ripken. I did, however, have a nice collection of guys named Sheldon Burnside, Lenn Sakata and Jerry Morales. If only I had a crack in the wall to make them disappear into. By the time I opened the 38th and final pack in the first box, I was certain I’d been suckered by a sleazy searcher. Dismayed, I visited an online price guide to determine the second most valuable card in the ’81 Fleer set. That’s when I realized there were no big-dollar cards in the ’81 Fleer set. Zero. Ripken’s rookie year wasn’t ’81; it was ’82. The boxes I bought for $8.95 were worth about, well, $8.95 — the equivalent of 179 Sheldon Burnside cards. I sure felt stupid … until I figured out how to recoup my investment. I just need to refill and reseal these wrappers and find another sucker. If you see The Big Dutcher tell him I’m looking for him.
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h, no, you’re not getting back into baseball cards, are you?” my younger brother asked. I was standing, transfixed, in front of two 33-year-old boxes of sports cards in a resale shop. I guess that was the clue. “No way,” I replied. He shook his head and scoffed. He remembered when I had the fever. It started by attending an occasional sports card show, which led to renting a table and selling at sports card shows, which led to opening my own card shop. I was pretty ridiculous for a while. I’d paw through boxes of baseball cards at every store in town, holding packs up to the light to see which players were on the top and bottom. I bought whenever I saw a star or rookie card beneath the wrapper. At night, after work, I’d sit on the floor among a sea of cards sorting, collating and pricing. I was pretty nutso. I actually considered buying a house because it was rumored that a kid who lived there in the 1950s pushed hundreds, maybe thousands, of baseball cards through a crack in the wall. The thought of Mickey Mantle rookie cards waiting to be liberated tormented me every day. So I moved to Florida. Today, the fever is gone … for the most part. I needed a cold compress when two boxes of unopened 1981 Fleers — 1,326 baseball cards and 78 sticks of decaying pink bubble gum — called my name in that resale shop with my brother. They were also whispering to me: “We’re a bargain at $8.50 per box.” Of course they were. In 1981, Fleet produced the first card of future Hall of Famer Cal Ripken Jr., a card I could resell for $40 or $50. And there could be two or three in a box! At $8.95 a box, I couldn’t go wrong … unless the boxes had been searched. It’s easy to search — to carefully open packs sealed with a light coating of wax, remove stars and rookies, replace the high-priced cards with commons, and then reseal the packs with a few drops of candle wax. Searching is a common — although dishonest — occurrence with sets containing hot cards. Guys who
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