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If you are looking for a new, creative party idea for your child’s next birthday, reserve the Tavares Splash Park! The sea-plane themed water park is now available for private rentals. The Splash Park Party Package includes two hours of exclusive use of the Splash Park along with two hours of the large picnic gazebo adjacent to it. A maximum of fifty-seven children can be included!

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Rocking in the new school year at the Wesley Center in Clermont were six Florida bands competing not only for Lake County’s adoration, but $500 in cash. Earlier in the summer, New Beginnings held a Battle of the Bands to raise money for their homeless center along the lake front, but Friday night’s event was ushered in by guest host, author Lucienne Diver.

on the cover Bill Bryan

Lake County’s Premiere Auto Dealers photo by Bonnie Whicher

19 BUSINESS PROFILES

Read about this month’s featured local businesses in our Business Profile section. All of the businesses are family owned and operated and want to do business with you!

35 DINING & ENTERTAINMENT

Mount Dora resident Rick Cooper met George Jeffrey in 1975. Cooper was a poet and Jeffrey was a guitar player; together they became a songwriting team that would produce hundreds of songs from 1975 until Jeffrey’s death in 1993.

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Letter From The Editor “It’s not whether you get knocked down, it’s whether you get up.” – Vince Lombardi

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A quote by the inspirational Vince Lombardi seems appropriate with football season upon us. However, today I want to dedicate it to my dear friend and amazing writer, Lisa Rast. Many in Lake County know Lisa. She is a fun and vibrant, and as beautiful on the inside as she is on the outside. She is also a member of our FOCUS Magazine family. She was in a car accident this weekend, and gave all who love her a great scare. She is going to be okay, but has a painful recovery ahead of her. Her strength and determination are going to get her through this, along with overwhelming amount of love the community has shown to her and her husband, Jim. As commonly happens when tragedy strikes so close to home, a lot of things are put in perspective. Petty arguments or disputes don’t seem as important. You want to pick up the phone and call loved ones and make sure they know how you feel. I always think it’s a shame that it takes something bad happening to remind us of all we have. Don’t wait until you get a phone call with bad news, take time TODAY to tell someone special what they mean to you. Lisa, I love you girl and treasure our friendship! This is a temporary set back, and you will be back in your dancing shoes soon enough! Hopefully in time for football season! Charles Darwin said “A man’s friendships are one of the best measures of his worth.” Seeing the unbelievable outpouring of love for you and Jim, illustrates this. Get well, my friend! You might have gotten knocked down, but you will most certainly get up!

Heather D. Graham Editor In Chief

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chamber happenings Eustis The Lake Eustis Area Chamber of Commerce held the monthly member breakfast on July 14th. The event, hosted by Classic Tents & Events, was very well attended with over 120 people at the meeting. Sheriff Gary S. Borders spoke to the group about “Safe Boating & Water Activity Tips.” In addition, the Chamber rolled out two of their newest technology efforts to expand services to members and help in promoting local businesses. The first is a phone application designed to improve communications between and among members and ultimately allow access to a member and chamber event calendar. The second technology offering was the premiere of a video titled “Open for Business - Featuring Party Source of Eustis.” This video is the first of a series of promotional videos designed to highlight local businesses. The videos are intended to be informative yet entertaining. Videos can be viewed on the Chamber’s website at www.eustischamber.org or on the Chamber’s facebook page. On July 13th, one of the Chamber’s newest members hosted a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. Little Oaks Apartments held their festivities and offered views of the grounds and club house. Chamber staff, board members, and an ambassador attended the grand opening. A Beautification Award was given to Epiphany Anglican Church on July 21st.

Chamber Board members were on hand to help congratulate the church on the landscaping and overall look of the building and grounds. Epiphany Anglican Church has been a member of the chamber since July 27, 2010. Leesburg The Leesburg Chamber’s July Sunset Connections was held at Page Theus Funeral Home on July 21st. A good time was had by all! Sunrise Breakfast was held at the Leesburg Community Center on July 28th. Speaker was Dr. Mark Wilson, DVM from the Florida International Teaching Zoo, & the Wild Boys, were on hand for autographs. Joe Ziler accepted the Golden Hammer award for Kevco Builders, and Jim Judge, Executive Director Lake-Sumter EMS accepted the Good Egg Award for all he has done for the Community & the Chamber. Mount Dora The Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce had a ribbon cutting ceremony at Saucy Spoon Downtown on Sunday, July 31, 2011. After being located on Highland Street for several years Beth has moved her Restaurant and Catering Business to Downtown Mount Dora. They are anxious for you to come and enjoy their fabulous food and new restaurant for lunch or dinner. For more information and reservations please call 352-383-1050. Tavares The Tavares Chamber of Commerce celebrated this newest edition to Al’s on Thursday, June 16 with a Red Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. There was a great turnout in support of the new Al’s Dockside, located on the waterfront of Lake Dora at 111 W Ruby Street in Downtown Tavares. Tavares Chamber of Commerce welcomed

Scuba Ozzy with a Red Ribbon Cutting Thursday, July 21 at their Downtown Tavares location of 124 S. Joanna Ave., Suite 2. The event was well attended, with the great staff of Simply Desserts providing catering for the event.

East Lake County Chamber of Commerce www.elcchamber.com 352-383-8801 Lake Eustis Chamber of Commerce www.eustischamber.org 352-357-3434 Leesburg Chamber of Commerce www.leesburgchamber.com 352-787-2131 Mount Dora Chamber of Commerce www.MountDora.com 352-383-2165 Tavares Chamber of Commerce www.tavareschamber.com 352-343-2531 Umatilla Chamber of Commerce www.umatillachamber.org 352-669-3511

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Mayor Welcomes Taiwan Visitors

City of Tavares Mayor Robbie Wolfe took time to entertain the youth ambassadors from Tavares’ sister city in Taiwan. The young ladies were traveling the United States to learn more about American culture and were accompanied by their chaperones, representatives of the Taipei Cultural Office in Miami, and local businessman Paul Lao. Welcome to Tavares!

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After months of waiting, Federal Trust Bank gave away the Chevy Camaro to lucky winner and Federal Trust Bank customer, Gabriel Padilla. The Eustis branch’s finalist was Jeanne Sutton, pictured with Bank President, Dennis Ward

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Tavares Splash Available for private Park birthday parties I Written By: Heather Graham

f you are looking for a new, creative (and stress free) party idea for your child’s next birthday, reserve the Tavares Splash Park! The sea-plane themed water park is now available for private rentals. The Splash Park Party Package ($250) includes two hours of exclusive use of the Splash Park along with two hours of the large picnic gazebo adjacent to it. A maximum of fifty-seven children can be included! The birthday girl or boy gets a “Tavares, America’s Seaplane City” t-shirt as a special birthday gift from the City. In addition to having their own private water park, the kids can also enjoy playing in nearby playground, Wooton Wonderland. The package price includes two Splash Park Attendants who will be on duty throughout

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the party, leaving you to relax and enjoy the party! The Splash Park is available for private parties from 6 to 9 pm any evening. The Splash Park is open to the public from 10am-6pm seven days a week. It is closed during the winter months. General admission is $2 per person or $15 for a seasonal pass (only available to City of Tavares residents). For more information, or to reserve your private party today, call the Tavares Prop Shop at 352.742.6267 or log on to www. tavares.org

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Fundraising Poker In Honor of Officer Paula Crow, Run Tavares Police Department Written By: Heather Graham

Time: 1pm-5pm Village Green, Tavern and Grille

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Open to the public free admission Music DJ Larry Ryder 1-5 Contests!

Hot dogs, Burgers, Fries etc. Milkshakes, Rootbeer Floats, Banana Splits

Dancing Classic Cars Golf price that morning $20+tax. Call for your Tee Times now! 352-728-4660

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n August 20, 2011, rev up your engines and have some fun for a great cause. Officer Paula Crow of the Tavares Police Department is struggling with cancer and her fellow officers and community would like to help her and her family.

10am) and will travel to JB Boondocks in Howey in the Hills, Backwoods Bar & Grill in Tavares, Lake Harris Hideaway in Tavares, Buzzard Beach Bar & Grill in Tavares, and will end at Ruby Street Grill in downtown Tavares.

Paula is a loving wife and mother of a three-year-old. She was previously diagnosed and treated for breast cancer. After having surgery to remove the cancer, it was discovered the cancer had spread to her brain. She now has been diagnosed with three inoperable tumors of the brain.

Cost to participate is $10 per bike, $5 per passenger, $5 each for extra hands. There will be a 50/50 raffle, door prizes, high and low hand prizes, food, and more. For more information or to find out how to make a donation in your absence, log on to www. gunnersmc.org or email gunnersmcfl@yahoo. com

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Chamber Ambassadors welcomed Leroy “Buddy” Pittman along with his family & staff to their beautiful new location at 481 East Highway 50 in Clermont! Pittman Jewelers is a third generation family-owned business serving Clermont and South Lake county since 1945 and they specialize in fine diamonds, platinum, gold and colored gemstones. Please stop by their store, call them at (352) 394-2612, or visit their website http://www. pittmanjewelers.com. Chamber Ambassadors performed a ribboncutting ceremony for Larry Aiello and DR Horton Homes at their model home located within the Lake Douglas Landing subdivision, located at 208 Compass Rose Drive in Groveland. For anyone looking for a beautiful new home in the South Lake area, this is a must see! Larry can be contacted at (352) 557-4818 and their website is www.drhorton.com/orlando Holiday Inn Express – Chamber Ambassadors presented the Chamber “We Noticed” Award to General Manager Pat Stapleton, in recognition of the beautiful interior and exterior improvements made to the Holiday Inn Express located at 1810 South US 27 in Clermont. Feel free to stop by and check them out yourself and to congratulate Pat and her staff. They can also be contacted at (352) 243-7878.

Gem of Hills Award

The June Gem of the Hills, Susan McLean of Uncle Matt’s Organics, was born in Pennsylvania and moved to Central Florida in 1971. She graduated from Cocoa Beach High, and has been married for more than 40 years. Susan has three children and 12 grandchildren. She attended Florida State University and then transferred to the University of Florida where she received a Masters in Nursing. She has been involved in nursing for many years, starting two nursing

programs at Lake Sumter Community College. She was appointed in 1988 to the District Board for the hospital where she served until 1995 and then again from 2000 to 2003, in 2004 she was appointed to the Board of Directors of South Lake Hospital, where she currently serves. After she retired from nursing she worked in real estate and Joined Uncle Matt’s Organics.

Upcoming Events Chamber Breakfast Friday, August 19 at Jenkins Auditorium from 7:15 to 8:30am. Cost is $8 for members and $10 for nonmembers. Business After Hours Thursday, August 11th at Centennial Bank from 5:30 to 7pm. Annual Teacher Appreciation Breakfast The South Lake Chamber, Pig On The Pond and the Community Foundation of South Lake County will honor the Teachers of the Year at the 2011 Teacher Appreciation Breakfast scheduled for Thursday, August 18 at the Wesley Center.For more than 20 years the Chamber has hosted this annual event. Last year more than 650 teachers and administrators attended this event. Sponsorship packages are still available through the Chamber office. Donation opportunities are also still available – We are looking for items for the goody bags and door prizes. (see Page 4 for more information on sponsorship packages.) Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to promote your business AND support your community and local teachers and administrators. Call Committee Chair Lucy Hage at (407) 4463853 for more information on becoming a sponsor or donating goody bag items and/or door prizes.

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Library to Celebrate Anniversary Uncle Matt’s Organic Makes Apple Juice Clermont based, Uncle Matt’s Organic, already well known for their organic orange juices has announced it will begin selling its special blend of organic, orchard-style apple juice this September. Look for it in Whole Foods stores nationwide.

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Florida Bands Rock Battle of the Bands at the Wesley Center Article by : Marion E. Wildey

ocking in the new school year at the Wesley Center in Clermont were six Florida bands competing not only for Lake County’s adoration, but $500 in cash. Earlier in the summer, New Beginnings held a Battle of the Bands to raise money for their homeless center along the lake front, but Friday night’s event was ushered in by guest host, author Lucienne Diver.

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Lucienne Diver has authored young adult novels, Vamped, ReVamped, and Bad Blood,with another Gina Covello novel, Fangtastic, coming in January. Diver only recently came out into the literary world under her own name, and previously wrote under the pseudonym, Kit Daniels. She hosted the Battle of the Bands and introduced the six bands competing for fame and fortune. The Real, whose mission is to “never lose sight of what our core values are and above all, and write the music we want to write.” Radagun is composed of husband

and wife, Todd and Aimee Low, who have delayed their honeymoon, and have breathed new life into the Loco Motion. Fallback 16 comes from Poinciana, FL and have not yet recorded, but include Blink 182 and Bad Religion as their influences. Five guys from Jacksonville make up Vagrant Undertow and came in a very close second. Set the Score has a great sound and fun lyrics, especially with “Not America’s Sweetheart.” Deadbolt Revival hails from Leesburg, FL, and strives to influence through their music; they came to play and hoped that people would like them – they certainly did, as they were the winners of the Battle of the Bands. Although music was the focus of the evening, NewBeginningsLake.org will use the proceeds of the Battle of the Bands’ $7 tickets to aid the homeless in Central Florida. New Beginnings helps families get back on their feet through counseling, job opportunities and hope.

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or long time friends, Brian Kessler and Jonathan Restey, partnering up and combining each of their strengths to start a new business seemed natural. With Brian’s strong business background and Jonathan’s eight years experience in the brick paving industry, along with their mutual commitment to providing only excellence for their customers, Eco-Pavers was born. The benefits of pavers over concrete are well-documented. Pavers are not only a beautiful addition to any space, they are also environmentally friendly, as they allow water to flow through the space between them and back into the ground. Concrete on the other hand, tends to crack and requires maintenance over time. Additionally, the non-porous quality of concrete actually redirects water flow, often resulting in flooding. Brick pavers are manufactured from natural products and the materials used as a base for the brick is all recycled bricks and concrete. Properly installed, pavers are able to hold up over time, preserving a beautiful appearance and adding to the value of a home. Pavers can be a solution for driveways, walkways, pool decks, patios, or even retaining walls. Proper preparation and installion is the key to achieving a successful project. The Eco-Pavers crew understands the importance of doing the paving job properly,

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starting with gaining a clear understanding of what the customer wants, knowing the city and county codes, spending the necessary time and energy to prepare the space properly and finally laying the bricks. Jonathan explains, “Our customers can have confidence the job is done, and done right, when we leave.” They can also excavate concrete and re-route irrigation as needed to complete a job, as well as install sod. Eco-Pavers is available for residential and commercial paving, as well as to work with builders on new construction. They stand behind their work, as demonstrated by their 2 year installation warranty. For anyone considering beautifying a space in their home with brick pavers, Jonathan says the time to do it is now, while paver prices are down. Make the investment in your home or commercial building, as well as your planet, by choosing the first-class look of brick pavers.

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o you ever feel a little overwhelmed? The last few years have been some of the most stressful times many people have ever experienced, and countless find themselves facing troubling situations. Since 2003, The Connection Helpline, Inc. has been offering hope and inspiration for those who may be struggling with any variety of common problems. Stress, addictions, depression, unemployment, health issues, marriage and family problems and financial hardships can be tough challenges. You don’t need to deal with any of it alone; there is a place where you can find hope and help: The Connection Helpline. The mission of this faith-based service organization is to provide emotional and spiritual support, and connect individuals with appropriate resources when necessary. Specially trained volunteers are available 7 days a week until 10 p.m. to talk with callers about any area causing concern. They are caring, compassionate people who will listen empathetically and non-judgmentally. Through this free service, callers are helped to identify problems, explore options, and may be offered referrals to local resources. Sometimes, all you really need to know is who to call, and The Connection Helpline fills that need. All calls are completely confidential, and callers may remain anonymous if they wish.

The compassionate staff at The Connection Helpline will answer questions, provide encouragement, and offer the hope and inspiration that will help you reduce stress and find peace. Their website at ConnectionHelpline.org is stocked with numerous helpful resources. Free E-booklets on a variety of subjects are available to read online or download. A popular new feature on the Home page is devoted to helping people who are unemployed and seeking work. There you’ll find links to many agencies that can assist with job searches as well as sites that post job openings. Reach out to The Connection Helpline, and you’ll be on the path to positive change. Though the organization is based in Lake County, volunteers have assisted callers from all over the United States. Call (352) 4832800, (407) 333-9028 or toll-free nationwide at (800) 884-0585. Visit them online at ConnectionHelpline.org.

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satisfaction and giving great service. His focus is not on the finances.” Rob has been a part of the Bill Bryan leadership team since 2008.

Car. This environmentally friendly, road ready car comes in a variety of models, ranging from two passenger to six passenger capacity.

Keeping it a family business, John Bryan, joined his father in the dealerships and in 2007 took over the management as the Dealer Principal. Since that time, he has applied his own extensive business training and experience, along with his father’s values, as he has driven the dealerships’ impressive growth and continued success.

Today, there are four Bill Bryan dealerships in Lake County. In Fruitland Park is the Chrysler/Jeep/ Dodge dealership. This represents the backbone of American auto dealerships. This location has the largest showroom in Lake County. They have over 500 cars on the lot to choose from and can fit up to twenty in the showroom. During inclement weather, they can drive any model a customer might want to see right into the climate controlled building. This location also boasts a putting green and a cafeteria, as well as the very popular Quick Lube, where you can get an oil change in thirty minutes or less. A unique feature of their service department is their experienced technicians are trained to work on ALL makes and models. At this location they also feature the popular GEM Electric

In Leesburg, across from the airport is the KIA Dealership. While this one started out small, it has grown into one of the top producing dealerships in the county, with over a hundred new cars being sold every month. With a fleet of award-winning vehicles and headturning prices, KIA is gaining quite the reputation, not only in Lake County, but worldwide.

he automobile industry has seen a great many changes over the years and Bill Bryan has been there to see the evolution. As an owner of numerous dealerships, with varied manufacturers, over a thirty year period, Bill Bryan has learned the secret to success is customer service and implements this belief in his four current dealerships.

General Manager & Director of Sales, Rob Audette, shares, “People choose Bill Bryan dealerships because they know we care about them. Bill Bryan is customer oriented. He believes in customer

Across from KIA is Bill Bryan’s newest two dealerships, Subaru and Mitsubishi. Subaru has been a popular vehicle up North for years, and its demand is growing in the South. Subaru is renowned for its durability, reliability, traction and “active safety,” and represents one of the highest repurchase-loyalty ratings in the U.S. market. The Subaru Outback was the

2010 Motor Trend Sport Utility of the Year and has the highest predicted resale value in its class by ALG and Kelly Blue Book. The Forrester is touted as the “Most Award-Winning Small SUV since 1997.” Next door to Subaru, the Bill Bryan Mitsubishi dealership offers new and used vehicles. Mitsubishi is known for its popular Eclipse, as well as the newer Outlander Sport SUV. Mitsubishi boasts the best manufacturer’s warranty of 10 years/100,000 miles (limited powertrain). Mitsubishi vehicles are known for being well made cars which are competitively priced. No matter which Bill Bryan dealership you stop by, you will be helped by friendly, courteous, and educated sales staff. All of Bill Bryan hires only certified sales people. Furthermore, they have highly educated and experienced managers at each location overseeing all sales and service operations.

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business focus » Jordan Law and the Family Unit and Bowne Distributors Landscape Supply

Edward Jordan II, Shannon Ferrell, Lori Campbell, Lisa Dancel, Julie Trusty, and David Murray

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he family, with all its diversity, is where we learn to love, understand and respect others. But when the family is being broken apart because of divorce or marital problems, Edward P. Jordan II, P.A., with its 25 years of experience, endeavors to make the separation as painless as possible. Because the entire family is affected by a divorce, the entire family needs to retain whatever assets it can, whether it be an amicable, working relationship between the parents or financial resources. In this regard, Jordan Law “assists good people in the worst of times.” Rather than waging a war and leaving scars that trickle down to the kids, Jordan Law works to protect the family and the legal rights of all involved. Edward P. Jordan II grew up in a family of twelve. He just celebrated his 30th anniversary with his first and only wife and together they have six kids. “Family is the big picture and what’s going to happen with the kids, ” says Jordan. In 2004, Jordan took a paternity referral case for a gentleman who found out about his child after the mother’s parents had illegally adopted the child. A gentleman in the truest sense, Jordan understood how much the man wanted to

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be a dad and took the case on a pro bono basis and even argued the young man’s plight before the Supreme Court of Florida to undue the adoption and secure custody for the father. After six years of legal wrangling, the man is now a parent. The outcome of that adoption case epitomizes the foundation upon which Edward P. Jordan II, P.A. practices family law. “I can’t think of anything better than to reunite a family or, in the event of divorce, protect the family’s legal rights for the children’s sake” . Because family has always been a part of who Jordan is, his team is dedicated to providing a service in which the endgame is the family.

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t is no secret to Patty and Trisha Browne about what it takes to run a successful business. For years, the mother and daughter team have provided the utmost in hometown customer service to those who have sought landcape supplies at their women run and family owned businesses, Browne Distibutors Landscape Supply, Inc.

They have many different recycled products to choose from as well. Rubber Mulch, which is made from recycled tires, is available. This product comes in 10 different colors. Recycled concrete is available in 4 different colors and a recycled plastic pine straw, which is colored red, is also a big favorite.

Patty started the business in 1985 and her daughter Trisha joined her mother in 1993. They now have two locations to serve all of Lake and South Lake County. One of their locations in Fruitland Park and the other is located in Minneola.

Come visit them Monday through Saturday at 2600 U.S. Highway 27, Fruitland Park 352-326-8461 or at 404 US Highway 27, Minneola 352-242-0810 where “You are guaranteed to get your Yards Worth”.

Both women strive on customer service and also on being very diversified for their customers needs. The have a wide variety of mulches, barks, soils & stone. More recently they have added sod! The continuous request for St. Augustine, Bahia, and other varieties of grass was so over whelming they have brought it in. So, look no more. They will sell it to you by the piece or by the pallet.

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business focus » Apex payroll and The Goblin Market

The Goblin Market For those with a Passion for Food Article by: The Goblin Market

Apex Payroll Helping Small Businesses Succeed Article by: Heather Graham

s business owners strive to find ways to save time and money, especially in tough economic times, turning to Apex Payroll can be an easy solution. They are known as leading experts in the payroll industry and offer clients with a cost effective solution to managing their company’s payroll. With over twenty years experience in payroll, Kathy McAuley knows the frustration it can cause. She opened a Clermont branch of Apex Payroll to help local business owners with this area of their company. With tax laws ever changing, having a professional handle your payroll can also be a huge relief. At Apex, they are constantly being updated on new tax laws and implementing the necessary changes to ensure you business is compliant. Outsourcing your company’s payroll to trained professionals at Apex Payroll can actually save you money and while it increases your productivity, as the business owner is able to spend the time and attention on building their business instead of on calculating payroll. There are also security concerns with payroll and the software technology utilized by Apex is guaranteed to be secure and completely backed up. They use direct deposit to allow your employees to receive their payday funds

even faster. Outsourcing payroll is not just for larger companies; in fact, it is ideal for smaller companies with less employees, where every minute counts. Start up companies are also perfect, as a new business owner may feel overwhelmed and not be up to date on payroll tax laws. “As the owner of Apex Payroll, my goal is to be able to assist the business owner in being successful. Using Apex Payroll can provide the small business owner the peace of mind in knowing that their payroll is completed accurately and on time, leaving them more time to invest in their business,” states McAuley. She is a member of the American Payroll Association, the South Lake Chamber of Commerce, and South Lake Business Leaders.

hat started as a personal culinary adventure for a young newlywed couple has become a delight for Mount Dora visitors and locals alike. Owners Janis and Vince Guzinski share their passion for taste, sight, and sound along with a dedicated team to ensure a unique dining experience. The Goblin Market restaurant shares its mystique with the 18th century poem written by Christina Rossetti telling the story of seduction serving up luscious fruits. Now in 2011, after 15 fruitful years, the restaurant beckons all to come in to the delicious aroma of pan seared scallops seared with a light cracked hazelnut crust, drizzled with a clover honey balsamic, or the toasted almond and macadamia nut crusted Rainbow Trout finished with a classic citrus beurre blanc. Several menus are offered throughout the day and night to allow for all tastes and

appetites. The Goblin Market takes pride in knowing all possible elements are made in house, from the fresh salad dressings and croutons to the decadent desserts. Attention to detail is a priority. The newest addition to tantalize the taste buds is the “Small Plate” menu. Here the Chefs have managed to prepare a petite portion with big flavor. Upstairs in the full service lounge creative mixology serves to deepen the illusion of a step out of the norm. Staff members regard guests with dedicated attention and aspire to anticipate their every need. Many staffers have enjoyed positions in the restaurant for four or more years, some from day one. Holidays lend an even greater appeal to the Goblin Market as Janis and Vince take great pleasure in the seasonal decorations amassed throughout the first 15 years. From the hearts of Valentines to the splendor of Christmas. October brings bats, skeletons, and goblins, the crown jewel of Halloween. In addition to the warm ambiance of the interior a lush foliage draws guests to alfresco dinning. Weather permitting one may enjoy their meal in a garden atmosphere by day and under the twinkling stars by night. The pleasure of providing satisfaction is timeless whether in verse or course. Although off the beaten path a treasure to find…..the Goblin Market.

The Goblin Market Restaurant 330 Dora Drawdy Way Mount Dora, Fl 32757 352-735-0059 www.goblinmarketrestaurant.com

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health » Focus program. Then, set your long and short term goals. Be realistic and know your limitations. Possible items to think about include time for the workouts, current injuries or limitations and exercise experience. Request a meeting with a trainer or any other certified professional in the field. They will assist you in setting up the correct program and take in consideration your needs.

Building a Good Lower Start early Body Foundation and never stop article by: Jose Rivera, National Training Center Exercise Specialist

Start by using leg exercise machines that isolates the muscle. As with any other exercise, keep and maintain proper technique. This will help you to transition from basic to more complicated routines. This is a good time to learn the muscle name(s), concentrate on the movement and feel how it works. If you are using both legs pay attention to the movement. Make sure that each leg is giving the same effort. If not, you will be building an unbalanced structure. A good way to correct this is by working one leg at a time. As a rule of thumb, start with your weakest leg. Your stronger leg will follow using the

same amount of weight and doing the same amount of reps. Examples of exercises you can try this technique out are leg press, leg extensions, leg curls, hip abductions and hip adductions. The next step is to make the exercises more demanding by incorporating more balance and control of the weight being used. The key is to use more muscle at the same time. Technique is very important during this step. Injuries can occur if proper form is not used. For your own safety, ask a certified trainer how to do an exercise correctly if you have any doubts. Good exercise examples during for this stage are squats, lunges, deadlifts, and step ups. Incorporating balance and equilibrium equipment should be added during the final stage. Weights are not recommended until an exercise is mastered. The use of such challenging items such steps, foam pads, balance boards, or Bosu® will make a big difference in the strength of your lower body foundation. This will probably be the most fun and yet hardest step of your program. Remember, just like your house, a solid structure will support you for years to come.

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ne of the most important aspects in the construction of a house or any building is to make sure that it has a good foundation. A strong base is capable of supporting the structure. Unfortunately, we don’t pay attention to it until we start seeing cracks, separated blocks or sagging floors. The same thing happens with our body. Many people that exercise on a regular basis focus exclusively on cardiovascular activities and upper body strength, without paying attention to the importance of building a strong lower body foundation. The lower body supports, protects, and allows us to walk, run, hop, jump, etc. Conditioning of the lower body can start at any age. For youth, strength training shouldn’t just be a scaled-down version of an adult’s weight training regimen or training to “bulk up.” Exercises designed for youth can help a child build a sense of balance, control and awareness of their body. As a person grows up, the exercise regimen can be designed

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based on individual needs and goals. For seniors, strength training done on a consistent basis not only builds up bone and muscle but improves balance and counteracts the weakness and frailty that usually comes with aging. Exercising your muscles will increase not only your muscular strength but also your muscular endurance, which is the ability to repeat a movement over and over again. Importance of lower body training: • Improve overall strength and balance. • Decrease risk of injury from falling and bone fracture. • Decrease knee and hip injuries. • Increase stamina. • More efficient muscles--stronger muscles require less effort for daily activities. • Strong bones. • Reinforced ligaments and tendons that support the muscles and bones. In order to start a new lower body conditioning program, first check with your physician before starting any exercise

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health » ASK THE CHIROPRACTOR

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here are many medical advances in today’s day and age and we are trained to ignore everything told to us except for the new miracle pill that is going to make you lose weight, fix your allergies, or make you happy again. The drug companies know this and they take full advantage of it. There is not a doctor out there of any discipline that should tell you that a drug that you have to take for the rest of your life is going to cure you of your problems. In fact if you look at the pattern of people that start taking one medication, it is only a matter of time before it snowballs and you now get up in the morning and dose yourself up with 5, 6, 7 or more medications or pills. For some people this all happens in a relatively short period of time. The statistics show that children as young as 8 years old are being started on cholesterol medication. I do not want to seem like I am against medicine and pharmaceuticals, they have a place in our society and they are a God send to some people that absolutely need them, but we are a drug happy society and are very over prescribed and medicated. We play right into the hands of the pharmaceutical companies with their mass media advertising.

philosophy of modern medicine. As much as I am and my other fellow chiropractors are part of the medical community we take a different approach to help people. We help millions of people a year with all sorts of ailments and we can help you too if you just change your way of thinking and open yourself up to letting your body do what it does best; heal!

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Last month we spoke of the treatment of symptoms verses the treatment of the problems that cause symptoms. Believe it or not there is only one doctor out there that you can see that is specifically taught true wellness care to maintain health and wellbeing. This type of doctor is extensively taught in nutrition, exercise physiology, and of course specific adjustments to restore proper function to your body. This doctor which may come as a shock to some is a Chiropractor. Remember…..My goal is to make a believer out of you! Together we can change Healthcare!

These are not public service announcements people, there are money making scams to make you think you have some serious medical condition that needs to be treated for the rest of your life with pills; that are toxic to your body. Chiropractic goes against the grain in its

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focus » sports

Are You Ready for Some Football? Lake County’s Maci Lowery joins the Tampa Breeze Article by: Heather Graham

fter four months of training, practices, and tryouts, Lake County Firefighter, Maci Lowery, has made the team! The Lingerie Football League was founded in 2009 and is a woman’s football league similar to men’s arena football league. It has women, seven on seven, lining up to move the football down the field in full contact competition. These women have a reputation for being beautiful, but they don’t make the team on their looks alone. It takes hard work, lots of training, and some serious guts! After watching a friend of hers play last year, Maci got the fever and decided to try out for this year’s team. After three cuts over a four month period, she was one of eight rookies selected for this year’s team. She plays Center for the Offense and is a Linebacker for the Defense. Maci has the full support of her family. Her husband, Clint, is her personal trainer, and her two children are her biggest fans.

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She also got the privilege of some one on one tips and training from Kevin Lewis, a former Linebacker for the New York Giants. “He taught me so much. Most importantly he taught me to be violent. He said I’m going to get hit no matter what, but the only way I will come out the winner and not the victim is if I become violent and hit first. One of us is getting hurt and going down. Is it going to be me or my opponent?” Maci shares. Her tough playing has gained her the nickname of The Diesel.” Maci works out six days a week and practices with the team three days a week to prepare for the upcoming season. First regular season game is an away game against the Philadelphia Passion on September 9th and they have home games at the St. Pete Times Forum on October 21st and December 30th. For more information on tickets or to go out and cheer on Lake County’s own Maci “The Diesel” Lowery, log on to www.lflus.com

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focus » legal written notice should be sent by certified, return receipt mail. Lastly, the lease can be terminated by a violation committed by one of the parties of a required law or a condition stated in the lease. The violation is known as a “breach” or “default” of the lease. A common breach of the lease by the Tenant is failing to pay the rent when due. In some instances, before being able to terminate the lease based on a breach, written notice is required to be given to the breaching party informing of the breach and giving an opportunity to correct such breach . Not every breach gives a right to end the lease. To avoid costly consequences, care must be given before crying “breach” and terminating the lease.

FLORIDA’S RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD TENANT LAW – Part Iii of III “Termination and the Security Deposit: If the lease ends, can I get my money back?” Article submitted by: Attorney Beth Ann Gause, GAUSE & HARGROVE, PLLC

he three most common ways that a lease can end are: 1. Naturally – the agreed lease period ends; 2. Written notice to the other party; and 3. Violation of a law or a condition in the lease. Termination by written notice can be required by the written terms of the lease, i.e. tenant shall give 30 days written notice prior to terminating this lease. However, the law can also require that “written notice” be given in order to end the lease. An example of this is when the lease does not include the time period of the lease or if parties do not have a written lease. Then either the landlord or the tenant may end the lease by giving the proper written notice. It is not enough to merely give

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“written notice,” the written notice must also be given in advance of the desired end date. How much advance time must be given will depend on how often the tenant is to pay rent. For example, if the tenant pays rent weekly, at least 7 days advance written notice must be given before ending the lease. If the tenant pays rent monthly, then at least 15 days advance written notice must be given before ending the lease. If the tenant pays rent quarterly, there must be at least 30 days advance written notice and if the tenant pays rent on an annual basis, there must be at least 60 days advance written notice to the other party before terminating the lease. The

Once the lease has ended and the tenant has moved, the tenant typically looks forward to the return of the security deposit. If the landlord is not going to make a “claim,” a demand to keep the security deposit, she must return the money to the Tenant within 15 days of the Tenant moving. Otherwise, the landlord has 30 days to give the Tenant written notice by certified, return receipt mail of her claim. The written notice of the claim

must follow a certain format and will tell the tenant how much of the security deposit the landlord wants to keep and why. The notice also instructs the tenant that she only has 15 days to give the landlord any written objection to the claim. If the landlord does not timely give the Tenant written notice of her claim, the landlord gives up the right to keep the deposit. Likewise, if the tenant fails to timely object in writing, the landlord is authorized to keep the claimed portion of the security deposit. Knowing when you have the right to the return of the security deposit or when you can terminate the lease can be tricky. Not every tenant will be entitled to the return of the security deposit just as not every breach gives the other party the right to automatically terminate the lease. Before terminating, think twice. Be very sure of your rights and duties prior to terminating based on a breach by the other party, after all, a lease is a legally binding contract. Your best bet is to seek individual legal advice. If you have an important legal issue that you would like addressed here please email us at info@GHLaw.com.

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SONGS FROM A LONG A Tribute To A Past Era TIME AGO M Article by: Lisa Rast

ount Dora resident Rick Cooper met George Jeffrey in 1975. Cooper was a poet and Jeffrey was a guitar player; together they became a songwriting team that would produce hundreds of songs from 1975 until Jeffrey’s death in 1993.

Mel Besher is a talented singer/songwriter whose songs have been covered by such country music icons as Alan Jackson and Don Williams. Besher went on the road with bluegrass great Jimmy Martin when he was little more than a teenager. He moved to Nashville and struggled to make it as songwriter. Discouraged, he was almost ready to pack it in and return home when he met George Jeffrey, who helped him with his songwriting. Jeffrey introduced Besher to Cooper and the three became fast friends. The songs on the CD “Songs From a Long Time Ago” were written by Cooper and Jeffrey thirty-plus years ago and originally recorded on reel-to-reel tape. A chance encounter between Rick and Mel in 2009 led to the creation of the CD, released in June 2011.

Besher brought the songs to life with just his powerful voice and simple guitar – and just a hint of fiddle thrown in. Cooper said, “I told Mel to make them his own, the only ground rules were don’t change the lyrics and keep them relatively true to the original melody.” Rick was pleased with the result. “On ‘10:42,’ when I put it on for the first time, I just got chills.” The songs tell the classic story of love and heartbreak with honest, from the heart lyrics. Flat-out vintage country, the CD will appeal to country music fans who appreciate the sincerity and simplicity of classic country music. Cooper said, “If Hank Williams had recorded these songs in Hank Williams’ style back in the early ‘50s, people, I think, would have accepted them as Hank Williams’ own. A lot of his songs are very simple lyrically but honest, powerful – it’s almost they take on their own power emotionally.” To order “Songs From A Long Time Ago” send $12 to PO Box 722, Mount Dora, FL, 32756. Make checks payable to Rick Cooper. For more information go to www.rickcooper. com.

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he High Falootin Mercantile is a historic 2 story home that sits on the corner of CR 46 and Highland Street, gracefully welcoming everyone that enters Mount Dora. It has a rich and distinctive color scheme that compliments the landscape. Once you spot it, you have to stop and check it out. As you approach the HFM you feel like you have reached a modern day trading post and from all angles your eyes are indulged with color and unique items . Your mind is stimulated wondering...how did they do that? What did that used to be and how unique is that? At the HFM you are always welcomed

with lots of energy, cheer and sometimes even a cookie. As you enter this blast of the past you are taking in the sights of unique merchandise including antiques, art, orchids and just lots of everything fun! We take pride in giving found objects, furniture and anything we come across a new life. Furniture that was once in grandmas house, now has a new hue, therefore ready to be part of a new family. The HFM brings charm, elegance, some quirkiness and lots of je ne sais quio to things of the past, therefore making them a thing of the present. We hope you will stop in a say hello and perhaps take home something High Falootin’.

Lake County August 10th, Wednesday Come build with LEGOS at the Marion Baysinger Memorial Library, let your imagination go. This is a family event. Children must be with a parent at all time. LEGOS are provided. Fun is from 2:30-3:30 and is free to participate. For more information, call 352-4295840.

August 13th, Saturday The 15th Annual ‘Back-to-School’ Safety Fair provides families an opportunity to prepare for the upcoming school year. Free school immunizations and free child identification will be available. Information provided on bicycle/ helmet safety, child-seat inspections, back-pack safety, back-to-school programs, children’s events and other displays and demonstrations. Bring the family for a day of fun from 10am to 3pm at the Lake Square Mall. For more information, call 352-483-9048. The 7th Mount Dora Florida Highwaymen Show and Sale is from 11am to 5 pm. The Florida Highwaymen artists will display and sell their art work at the Donnelly Building in Donnelly Park. Participating will be Curtis Arnett, Al Black, Mary Ann Carroll, James Gibson, Issac Knight, Robert Lewis, John Maynor, Roy McLendon, Willie Reagan, Carnell Smith, Charles Walker and ‘Chico’ Wheeler. For more information, call 352-383-4050 or log onto www.heroncay.com. BLAST- Babysitting Lessons and Safety Training will be held from 9:30-3:30pm at the 448 Community Clubhouse. This babysitting training is developed by the American Academy of Pediatrics, for ages 10-17. Students learn safety lessons, CPR, first aid, diapering, feeding, burping and the responsibility of babysitting. Lunch is provided. All students receive a first-aid kit, special gifts and get to create their own babysitting tote bag. Pre-registration is required by phone and the cost is $45. For more information, call 352-267-5592.

August 19th, Friday The Tavares Chamber of Commerce hosts Art Around Town in downtown Tavares from 5:308:30. Visitors can walk thru Main Street and Ruby Street in downtown Tavares and view art by local artists stationed at various businesses. Event is free. For more information, call 352343-2531 or log on to www.tavareschamber.com

August 20th, Saturday Back to School Movie Matinee at the Cagan Crossings Community Library at 1pm. Movie is free! For more information, call 352-243-1840.

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Poker Run for Office Paula Crow starts at 9 am at the Tavares Police Department before proceeding to JB Boondocks, Backwoods Bar & Grill, Lake Harris Hideaway, Buzzard Beach Bar & Grill, and ending at Ruby Street Grille. This event is to raise money for Paula and her family as she continues her battle against cancer. There will be a 50/50 raffle, door prizes, high and low hand prizes and much more. $10 per bike, $5 per passenger. For more information, log onto www. gunnersmc.org Hot Summer’s Casino Night presented by The Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce at the Lakeside Inn. SLOTS, BLACKJACK, ROULETTE, CRAPS AND POKER TABLES open at 7:30pm. Light hors d’oeuvres and desserts will be served. Cash bar. This year’s theme is Hot Summer’s Night with themes from the iconic film “Dirty Dancing”. Entertainment provided by the Mount Dora Jazz Orchestra! Tickets are $25/$40. Event is from 7pm-11pm. For more information, call 352-383-2165 or log onto www.mountdora.com.

August 27th, Saturday 38th Annual CFDHA Sportsmans BBQ will be held from 10am to 5pm at the Lake County Fairgrounds. The CFDHA is a 501c-3 non-profit organization. Donations to raffle off during event are requested. Donors will receive “free” advertising for one year. For more information, please go to the CFDHA website at www. cfldoghunters.org or call 352-267-2342.

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August 28th, Sunday The 9th Annual Bridal Show will be held at Lake Receptions from 1 to 4 pm. Come see what Lake Receptions has to offer to make your dream wedding come true! Bridal fashions, florists, photographers, bridal cakes, hair and make-up artists, decorators, invitations, and lots of door prizes! Cost is $8 in advance and $10 at the door. For more information, call 352-357-8223 or log onto www.lakereceptions.com

September 10th, Saturday Happy Days at Arlington Ridge! Come one and all! Open to the Public! Go back in time and come and have fun at the “Sock Hop” from 1 to 5pm. Try your skill at the Limbo, Hula Hoop, The Stroll and the Twist! Hot Dogs, Burgers and Fries, Root Beer Floats! Bring your Classic Car to show off! For more information call 352-3150066.

Live Country Music! Come, Listen and Dance to the Great Sounds of the”Smooth Country Band”, Playing Classic Country, Easy Listening, and Western Swing music. Featuring David Potter, Fiddle and Vocals, Hank Scroggins, Fiddle,David Peddicord, Steel Guitar and Vocals, Vern Brewer, Bass and Vocals Stan Chase, Drums, George Hawkins, Lead Guitar.Appearing at theLake Square Mall at the ‘In His Footsteps” Dance studio from 7 to 9 pm. Admission $5.00. For more information, call 386-677-3625

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Lego Club at Cagan Crossings Community Library from 4 to 5 pm. Lego Club is free and open to all ages. A variety of Legos are available for kids to build with and show off to fellow club members. For more information, call 352-2431840.

Recurring Events: SUNDAYS Traditional Dulcimer Jam Session at Tremain’s Lounge at the Lakeside Inn from 4:30-6:30 pm. For more information, call 800-566-5016 or log onto www.lakeside-inn.com

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