East Lake - Vol. 6, Issue 2, February 2013 by Tampa Bay News & Lifestyles Magazine

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Vol. 6, Issue 2, February 2013

Neighborhood News & Lifestyles

The Business & Dining Guide Directly Mailed To 15,000 Homes In East Lake & Surrounding Areas

This Independent Community News, Business & Dining Guide Is Directly Mailed Once Each Month To: Anchorage, Bay Arbor, Boot Ranch, Brookers Landing, Crescent Oaks, Cypress Cove, Cypress Lakes Estates, Cypress Run, Cypress Trails, Deer Hollow, Grey Oak, Eagle Cove, Eagle’s Cove at Lake Tarpon, Eagle Ridge, Eagle Trace, Eagle Watch, East Lake Oaks, East Lake Woodlands, Hunters Wood, Keystone Bluffs, Keystone Palms, Keystone Ranchettes, Lansbrook, Lansbrook Village, Meadow Ridge, Nature’s Watch, Oak Hill Acres, Pine Ridge, Regina Estates, Ridgemoor, Tarpon Woods, Wentworth, Whispering Lakes, Woodfield

Expressions Cosmetic & Family Dentistry “Where You’re Not Just a Patient – You’re Family” builder,” shares Dr. McCaslin. “People just don’t want to or can’t take off work in this economy. We’re going to be here for them. I am appreciative so much of the patients who come here and being able to share my team and our talents with the community.” With every service whether it’s preventive cleanings, teeth whitening, crowns, tooth colored fillings, dentures, partials, or “Invisalign” invisible braces, the individualized, undivided attention of Dr. McCaslin and her professional staff will exceed your every expectation. Lyndsay McCaslin, DMD See “Dr. McCaslin” on page 38.

Celebrate at The Lucky Dill in Palm Harbor

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The Lucky Dill has the entire family in mind for their weeklong celebration, and they will have something for everyone (it will most likely be delicious and green, but there’s definitely something for everyone). See “Lucky Dill” on page 42.

Editorial................................3 Shaun Hopper & Adam Rafferty..4-5 Calendar................................6 Calvary Church......................7 Salon Metro...................10-11 B2B Sign Resource.........14-15 RCI Flooring...................18-19 Get Healthy Vitamins & Natural Foods...........22-23 MacKinnon Jewelers........26-27 S&W Kitchens.................30-31 SmileFaith Foundation...34-35 Brain Balance of Oldsmar..44-45

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The Lucky Dill is known for doing it big, from the size of their sandwiches to their bakery’s dessert menu, and this year they are the destination for holidays and events. Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and The Lucky Dill is going to be serving up specials that their customers are truly going love. Whether you are celebrating with your entire family or with that someone special, The Lucky Dill is the perfect destination. Valentine’s Day at The Lucky Dill includes a special menu, a Valentine’s Day cocktail and something truly sweet for everyone. If you are looking forward to St. Patrick’s Day, The Lucky Dill is going to be having what could be the biggest St. Patrick’s Day celebration that Palm

Harbor has ever seen. Located on US Hwy 19 between Tampa Road and Nebraska Road, the Lucky Dill’s weeklong St. Patty’s Day celebration will kick off on March 10th and continue all week long, ending with their biggest bash yet on Saturday and Sunday. This means that Lucky Dill customers will be able to take part in a party so big it had to have been born in the Big Apple. Lucky for us, we won’t have to go to NYC, or Ireland for that matter, to get the real deal, authentic taste that so many of us look forward to. If you get excited about green lager, bagpipes, leprechauns, pretty girls step dancing and 20 thousand pounds of perfectly cooked corned beef and cabbage, then you will want to come to the big St. Patty’s Day bash!

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Expressions Cosmetic & Family Dentistry on Ridgemoor Boulevard in East Lake has extended hours until 7 p.m. on Mondays and Thursdays, and Saturday hours from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., making it perfect for busy families and individuals. I should know. In 2011, when our family’s dental insurance changed, I called around and was delighted to find that Expressions Cosmetic & Family Dentistry took our insurance. We have been very happy at Expressions because Dr. McCaslin and her friendly staff don’t just offer excellent care; they really make patients feel

like they are part of the family. “I think patients really appreciate that the office has a down-home type of feel,” says Dr. McCaslin. Lyndsay H. McCaslin, DMD is committed to her patients and they have responded by spreading the word that she and her staff are wonderful. As a result, the referrals have continually come in and her practice has really grown since opening in January 2011. Dr. McCaslin has made accommodations for patients such as added Saturdays, going from being open one Saturday each month to three Saturdays. “Our evening and Saturday hours have been the biggest practice

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Keeping Dollars in the Local Economy By Matthew Selby Our main focus at Neighborhood News and Lifestyles is to keep dollars in our local economy. It is our mission to provide every single business in the surrounding communities and beyond with a quality vehicle to help promote their business to all of their neighbors – that is why we mail to every home and business in the East Lake area every single month! In today’s rough economy, small local businesses are closing their doors on a daily basis, while many big corporate businesses still have the investors and financial backing to pull through. There is nothing wrong with national companies by any means, but by spending our money in locally owned businesses we can help our local economy flourish instead of decline. When we spend money locally, we contribute to the wellbeing of the entire community. Local businesses build strong vibrant towns, linking

neighbors in a web of economic and social relationships. Local ownership ensures that important decisions are made by people who live in the community and thus, will feel the impact of each decision they make directly. Many local businesses recycle excess revenue by giving back to the community in which they live; which enriches the area and creates an even better place to live and love. Locally owned and operated businesses also create jobs and sometimes pay even better than the “big guys.” Competition is not a bad thing. A marketplace of tens of thousands of small businesses is the best way to ensure innovation and above all, low prices. For example, there are hundreds of restaurants within any given city, some of which operate right

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next to each other. This is necessary in a thriving economy. Can you imagine if there was only one type of each business in each town? It would be a monopoly and the price of a monopolized product would be astronomical! Entrepreneurship is what fuels America’s economic innovation and prosperity and serves as a key means for families to move out of a low paying job and into the middle and upper class. By spending money locally, we are putting money directly back into the community, therefore helping your family, your neighbors and your friends.

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Acoustic Guitar Wizards Shaun Hopper and Adam Rafferty Perform One Night Only Back by popular demand after his sold-out September 2012 performance, Shaun Hopper will be joined by Adam Rafferty for one night only at the Capitol Theatre in downtown Clearwater’s Cleveland Street District on Friday, February 15 at 7:30 pm. Tickets are on sale at the Ruth Eckerd Hall Ticket Office. Shaun Hopper - It's beyond rarity, that in a single year a guitar player can emerge from small town obscurity to become an overnight You Tube® sensation... grabbing the ears of Grammy Award® winning legends and rock icons. Acoustic "Fingerstyle" Guitar Wizard Shaun Hopper has achieved that and much more. In succession, he's joined B.B. King at Ruth Eckerd Hall, headlined the "All-Star Guitar Night" at the 2012 Winter NAMM Show in Los Angeles and performed privately "by request" for Stevie Wonder! Rock legend Steve Vai found Hopper on line in 2010, and

signed him within weeks to his record label -Favored Nations/Digital Nations. Hopper's repertoire is global in scope, crossing and combining musical genres on the fly. Moving thematically through his set, Shaun takes his audience on a virtual tour from Celtic Imagery and Classical Medley to Soulful Ballads and Jazzy Improvs... all of which he'll counter punch with a Nashville "Hot Licks" session, Frettapping original or 70's Pop Song. An unparalleled master of the fret-board, Hopper merges complex melodies, harmonies and bass lines along with a one-of-a-kind mix of percussive elements which simply captivates. With listeners caught off balance, he is always able to rouse the crowd with a contagious sing-a-long or two. Expect to hear threads of Bach, Beethoven, Beatles, George Benson, Sting, Segovia, John Mayer, Stevie Wonder, Chet Atkins, Tommy Emmanuel,

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James Taylor and Queen. Shaun always raises a smile, a glass and if not ....a standing ovation. Adam Rafferty - Adam Rafferty (a.k.a. “Raf”) has played as a first-call

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guitarist with the greatest musicians on the planet at countless music festivals (U.S. and Europe), and in concert halls with Dr. Lonnie Smith, The Dizzy Gillespie Big Band, L.A. Studio

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legend Bennie Wallace, and bassist Bob Cranshaw from the original Saturday Night Live band, to name a few. Students have flown across the country and from Europe to tap Adam’s brain for guitar knowledge. He’s taught countless workshops, written two books, and has a new instructional DVD available on which he teaches fingerstyle versions of Stevie Wonder’s most popular songs. In just a few years, he’s become a YouTube guitar sensation. His views are in the tens of millions. Thanks to this new popularity he’s performed festivals in Bangkok, Helsinki, Germany and Austria. Among Adam’s musical innovations is the ability to play two simultaneous melodies on the guitar and do hip-hop flavored “human beatbox” with his mouth at the same time. Some say his solo version of Herbie Hancock’s Chameleon sounds like the “guitarist with three heads.” It has to be heard to be believed. His solo versions of Michael Jackson’s Billie Jean and Stevie Wonder’s Superstition are his most popular songs and have groove that will make you jump out of your seat. Whether you're a guitar enthusiast or not matters little. Shaun Hopper & Adam Rafferty will deliver back-to-back audio-visual performances which simply exceed the limits of acoustic guitar... mesmerizing everyone within earshot. Reserved tickets priced at $30 and $25

will be available at the Ruth Eckerd Hall Ticket Office located at 1111 McMullen Booth Road in Clearwater, by calling 727.791.7400 or by logging onto www.atthecap.com. The Ruth Eckerd Hall Ticket Office is open Monday through Saturday, from noon to 6 pm. The Capitol Theatre Ticket Office opens one hour prior to showtime. Valet parking is now available for most performances at the historic Capitol Theatre. Parking is free on city streets after 6 pm every day. Coachman Park parking lots are always free and are just a short walk to the Capitol Theatre. For information on dining, please visit www.ClevelandStreetDistrict.com. Ruth Eckerd Hall, Inc. is the 2,200-seat Ruth Eckerd Hall, the 500-seat Capitol Theatre, the 200-seat Murray Studio Theater, The Marcia P. Hoffman Performing Arts Institute and Ruth Eckerd Hall On The Road. Ruth Eckerd Hall, Inc. is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization whose mission is to engage the community to master, experience, discover and explore quality performing arts. The Capitol Theatre, located in downtown Clearwater’s Cleveland Street District, was constructed in 1921 and is one of Florida’s oldest operating theaters. A partnership with the City of Clearwater will allow Ruth Eckerd Hall, Inc. to renovate the classic structure, returning the theater to its former grandeur.

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Painting the Town Purple Feb. 9- East Lake residents and ELHS students who are participating in the 2013 Relay for Life of East Lake High School will be out in the area painting the town purple! The teams will meet at Walgreen’s parking lot on East Lake Road on February 9 decked out in purple and asking local businesses and individuals to help them advertise or sponsor the 2013 Relay for Life of East Lake. Whether you are an individual or own a business and would like to sponsor the event or you want to join a team, your help and support for the Relay for Life of East Lake High School 2013 is needed and greatly appreciated. Visit online at relayforlife.org/eastlakefl to sign on and help to “Give Cancer the Boot!” And “Like” the event on Facebook at “Relay for Life of East Lake High School 2013 for updates and news. Nar-Anon Family Groups Meetings Nar-Anon is a worldwide fellowship for those affected by someone else’s addiction and there are meetings

held monthly. For more information about Nar-Anon, visit Naranonfl.org or call the Help Line, 1-888-9478885. Local meetings are as follows: Tues., 6:45 PM - All Saints Church, 1700 Keystone Rd. in Tarpon Springs Sat., 10 AM - United Methodist Church, 207 Buckingham Ave. in Oldsmar Wed., 8 PM - Asbury United Methodist Church, 4204 Thys Rd. in New Port Richey Mon., 10 AM & 7 PM - Crystal Beach Community Hall, 517 Crystal Beach Ave. in Palm Harbor (off Alt 19, 2 Blocks south of Alderman Rd.) Mon., 7 PM - Turning Point, 6227 Sheldon Rd. in Tampa Tues., 7PM - Hope Church, 5107 Lutz Lake Fern Rd.in Lutz. *Narateen also meets at this location, same day and time. Tues. 8 PM – (except holidays) First United Methodist Church of Dunedin (Behind church in Fellowship Hall) 411 Wood St.

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Calvary Church is Coming to East Lake! Renovations are underway at 1190 East Lake Road as Calvary Church in Clearwater prepares to become one church in two locations. Calvary’s new East Lake campus is beginning to take shape as construction crews ready the facility for the Grand Opening that will take place March 31, 2013 - Easter Sunday. It will be a new beginning as the doors open to the tri-county region on this special day. Calvary East Lake as it will be known, is a welcomed addition in the church’s plan to become a regional church for the people of the East Lake region and beyond. The campus will include new space for all ages as well as a worship center that is equipped with the latest technology. A modern café space will anchor the lobby and flow outdoors to an additional scenic worship patio for guests to enjoy coffee under the many majestic oaks that surround the property. As well, the worship services can be viewed in multiple viewing areas that have been created both inside and out.

“Outside of new buildings and facilities, the opportunity to connect with the people of East Lake is the main priority. Building relationships and fostering community is what Calvary is all about. Bringing people to dynamic life in Christ is at the center of our mission” said Campus Pastor Danny Bennett. Dr. Willy Rice, Senior Pastor of Calvary recently shared the following with the congregation as he called on them to be praying for the people of the East Lake region. “With God there is always a something next! Life is a journey, not a destination, and this is the next step for Calvary and the East Lake area.

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To celebrate the launch of their new campus, Calvary East Lake will host a community-wide Egg Drop on their new 10 acre property on Saturday, March 30th beginning at 10am. This will be like no other Easter Egg Hunt as 10,000 eggs will be dropped from a helicopter. Bounce houses, slides, food and entertainment will be part of the festivities as well.

Dates to remember: Saturday, March 30, 2013 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. East Lake Community Egg Drop – Helicopter egg drop and

hunt Go to Calvary.Us/Eggdrop for more information and to pre-register for this event Easter Sunday, March 31, 2013 at 9:15 a.m. & 11a.m. Grand Opening & Easter Services Join us for live worship, relevant teaching and exciting environments for all ages Go to Calvary.Us/Eastlake for more information or call 727-4411581

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Salon Metro – A L’Oreal Professional Salon Committed to Excellence By Katie Thomas Located in Oldsmar, Salon Metro is a top-ranked L’Oreal Professional Salon that brings passionate service to clients in a relaxed environment. With a focus on teaching clients maintenance upkeep for strong, beautiful and healthy hair, Salon Metro has a goal to service clients with completely satisfactory results that last. Giving you the best experience in all of your salon service needs – from exceptional hair styling to skincare and makeup application – Salon Metro’s talented stylists make certain that individualized, professional attention is given to each client. Owners Ben Dalip and Luli Zeqiri opened Salon Metro in 2007 with an idea to incorporate modern, sleek and innovative style into a comfortable atmosphere. Both Ben and Luli are originally from Chicago and bring their many talents to the inner workings of Salon Metro. Luli and Ben are brother and sister in-laws who have a lot in common – both have a passion for

style, design and helping people feel their best. Luli has worked within the salon industry for most of her career and is keen on staying on top of the newest styles, techniques, and best products for hair care. Ben previously worked in the hospitality industry where he developed a passion for working face to face with people to give them complete satisfaction. When paired together, Luli’s salon expertise and Ben’s hospitality experience make Salon Metro shine. Personalized, friendly service and a true passion for helping people look their best is standard at Salon Metro. As an L’Oreal Professional Signature Salon, you can trust that Salon Metro is a quality business that offers the most current and best techniques in hair coloring, styling, cutting and hair care. Salon Metro is confident in the products they use, whether it is color, shampoo, and conditioner or styling aides; L’Oreal is a worldrenowned and trusted name world in the beauty industry. The Salon Metro

staff members are fully trained professionals through L’Oreal and constantly update their knowledge through classes. Stylists at Salon Metro include Junior’s, Advanced and Master Stylists; bringing you top service. Ben says, “We are within the top five in the state for L’Oreal color salons. We trust L’Oreal’s product completely, which is very important because our main goal is to give our customers healthy hair.” In addition to carrying a full line of L’Oreal products that are great for women, Salon Metro has a full line of L’Oreal men’s hair care products. The high-end line of products for men is called Homme and is specifically designed for men who want to look their best. Color care for men and women is a prime focus at Salon Metro and the expert staff is sure to get the results you are looking for. Salon Metro is very conscientious about what it is that customers want. “We want lasting looks for our customers,” says Ben. “It is so important to take into consideration the health of

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our clients’ hair because we want to be here for the long run…the best way to do this is to build lasting, trustworthy relationships with each individual two walks through our door.” Having customers walk out of the door looking and feeling their best has helped Salon Metro grow into the rep-

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Salon Metro on Tampa Road is serene and comfortable, and the stylists will help you look your most beautiful! Service include: Skin Care, Makeup and Waxing with a focus on Hair Coloring & Styling utable business that it is today. Ben says, “When people leave our salon, they are leaving with our name on them. We make sure that our clients get the best treatments and salon services. After all, our best advertisement is through referrals, so when our clients look great, we look great!” Salon Metro’s Services Salon Metro’s professional services include hair care, waxing, professional make-up and skin care. Hair services include but are not limited to: Blow Outs, Women’s De-

sign, Children’s Cut, Men’s Design Cut, Color Application, Highlights, Corrective Color, Men’s Color, Intensive Conditioning Treatment Power Dose, Wedding Style/Updo, Chemical Straightening, Spiral Perm and Standard Perm – all performed by an expert to get you feeling glamorous! Waxing services also are an important to look your best and whether you’re shaping up your brows or are looking for a full face or body wax, Salon Metro has a private waxing area to fulfill your needs. Great skin is possible! Salon

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Metro has a full list of skin care services that will have you glowing in no time. Services include: Back Cleansing Facials, Enzyme Peel, European Facial, Gentleman’s Facial, Glycolic Treatment, Medicated Cleaning Facial and Power Regeneration Facial. These skin-healing services are safe and performed by the professionals at Salon Metro. Once you receive one of Salon Metro’s specialty facials, there is no doubt that you’ll be feeling beautiful and rejuvenated! Make-up service isn’t something every salon offers, but Salon Metro is all about having the full package of

beauty services available for their clients. Whether you have a special event to attend or you just want to freshen up your look, Salon Metro can help you become an expert in the application of your makeup. Schedule a consultation to learn about all the makeup services offered at Salon Metro. The Salon Metro team is truly dedicated to helping women and men become their best selves. Starting with a fresh new cut or color is a great way to build confidence, feel great and look wonderful. Salon Metro’s relaxed, modern atmosphere gives clients a place to chill out, while being completely pampered by top-rated L’Oreal Professionals. Salon Metro wants new clients to come check out what they can do, so first time clients receive a free cut with any color service! Salon Metro is located at 4009 Tampa Rd., Suite #7 in Oldsmar. Hours are Tuesday – Friday, 9 AM – 8 PM and Saturday, 9 AM – 5 PM. Closed Sunday & Monday. Please call 813-855-0400 for an appointment or visit SalonMetro.biz for more information.

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Quality Business to Business Visual & Mobile Advertising By Katie Thomas B2B Sign Resource, conveniently located at 32140 US 19 N in Palm Harbor, brings the Tampa Bay area quality design, workmanship and expertise in advertising. B2B Sign Resource has numerous ways to get your business name noticed and recognized through bold statements, bright signage and attention catching graphics, including its signature Reynolds Wraps that virtually turn your vehicle or boat into a moving, high-resolution billboard. With outstanding customer service, professional staff that follows a high standard of excellence and a printing facility decked out with high-

tech equipment, B2B Sign Resource and Reynolds Wraps has all of the necessary tools to help you promote your business, school or organization through signage. James Reynolds has 25 years of experience working within the sign industry. Originally from New York, James moved to Florida in 1972. He began working in the signage business in 1983 as a distributor for sign producing equipment. After 18 years, James decided to pursue opening B2B Sign Resource and has been successfully growing since 2009. B2B has been built through a strong customer referral base. James says, “Reputation is very important to me. Client satisfaction is the most im-

portant aspect of our business and we strive to get people the exact results they’re looking for.” James’ down-to-earth attitude and his focus on helping local business owners to promote their businesses in unique ways has helped him in his journey to build and expand B2B Sign Resource. With clients including Ruth Eckerd, International Plaza, Lokey Automotive Group, Lexus of Tampa Bay, PestBear, McGill Plumbing and an expansive list of satisfied local businesses – you can rest assured that B2B Sign Resource’s work is professional,

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sharp and eye-catching. Reynolds Wraps and Specialty Services James began working with vehicle wraps and decided to call them Reynolds Wraps when he realized how efficient fleet graphics, specifically auto and boat wraps, are in advertising. High impact, big color graphic designs on automobiles or boats are a great eye-catching tool used in advertising that guarantees your business ad will be seen all over town. “Vehicle advertising is one of the

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most affordable, cost-effective ways a business can advertise,” says James. “Your business ad applied directly to your car will be seen more frequently than the average billboard. Ninety-six percent of customers surveyed say that fleet graphics have more effect than billboards.” Vehicle and boat wraps are applied with a non-damaging adhesive that ultimately can protect your paint job from day to day wear and tear, bring you new business and get your name out on the highways or even the waterways! Reynolds Wraps are a bold statement for any business to make. B2B Sign Resource works with you to get the design you want that will stand out, bringing you more business than

ever. B2B uses tough, weather-tested 3M Scotchprint adhesive, which won’t damage your car and puts a protective layer between your vehicle and the outside elements. Whether you need a whole fleet of company vehicles wrapped or just your own personal car, B2B has got you and your vehicle covered brilliantly! Reynolds Wraps aren’t just great for business advertising – it is a great way to show off personal style by putting your “signature” on your favorite mode of transportation. Products for Every Business! B2B Sign Resource offers a wide variety of services to promote your business. Products include tri-fold brochures, business cards, vehicle magnets, full color banners, posters, specialty flags, vinyl decals, outdoor banners, business signs, storefront signs, tradeshow displays, wall murals and more. Making a good impression with your business is important and B2B Sign Resource makes it an easy task. B2B Sign Resource will look at your specific needs and desires and will

work with you to provide you with unique ways to enhance your business in a fun, creative fashion. Advertising gives your business a competitive edge and in our economy it’s important to stay on top of our demographics. Beautiful, custom-created graphics provide endless opportunities for your business to get noticed and B2B Sign Resource is ready to help you attract new customers! Whether you want simple or extravagant design work, the B2B crew has the experience, professionalism and artistic ability to get you the right

sign. With over four million people in the Tampa Bay area, advertising is key in letting people know about your business and B2B Sign Resource is here to help you stand out above the rest! B2B Sign Resource and Reynolds Wraps is located at 32140 US 19 N in Palm Harbor. Hours are Mon. – Fri., 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM. For more information, please call 727-772-SIGN (7446) or visit the website B2BSR.com where you also can view the Reynolds Wraps’ portfolio.

4/2/2 2534 sf This home has formal Living & dining rooms w/soaring ceilings and 16" tile flooring throughout for easy care. Kitchen has white cabinets w/pullout shelves and overlooks the family room. The master has two walk in closets and master bath has walk in shower, garden tub & linen closet. You'll enjoy the lanai that has a pool and a tranquil view of the forest. Make an offer! $299,000 3/2/2 1925 htd sf As you enter into the foyer you have soaring vaulted ceilings w/crown molding, tile flooring throughout the formal living & dining rooms. Kitchen w/white cabinets w/pullout shelves, solid surface counters. Kitchen overlooks family room w/tile flooring. Master w/two walk in closets. Large lanai w/a park like setting and this home offers a brand new roof. $224,999

3/2/2 1810 htd sf Fabulous inside and out! This home offers 18" tile flooring throughout all the main areas. Kitchen w/wood cabinets w/pullout shelves, granite counters, stainless steel appliances. Living & dining rooms that are great to entertain in. Enclosed lanai w/portable a/c system w/tile floors and a view of 3 ponds and preserve that you and your guest will enjoy! master w/two walk in closets & master bath w/white cabinets granite counters. double doors lead you into the 3rd bedroom or den/office. Mint condition just move right in! $249,900

2400 htd sf 3/2/3 Wow! Model perfect! This home has been totally remodeled from the lace ceiling to the 18" tile flooring throughout! Fabulous formal living & dining rooms plus a dream kitchen w/42" wood cabinets w/designer style crown molding, stainless steel appliances, pullout shelves, lazy susan and much more. The kitchen overlooks the family room w/built in wine cabinet and sliders to the enclosed lania which overlooks the pool w/pavers. The master bedroom has plenty of room for all your pieces & master closet w/built ins. Master bath w/new cabinetry granite counter designer style raised sink w/spill over faucet. Guest bath w/new vanity w/granite counter w/raised sink w/spill over faucet. This is a must see with so many extras it all can't be listed! $374,900

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By Amy Paterson If you are thinking of updating your home or office with new flooring and you want the best quality products and service in the industry, you don’t have to look any further than RCI Flooring, conveniently located at 33937 US Highway 19 in Palm Harbor (behind Carrabba’s). RCI Flooring has been serving homeowners and business owners in the area for nearly six years, and the company continues to grow stronger every day. With the best quality products available for all of your flooring needs and superior customer service that compliments the impeccable workmanship of its installers, RCI Flooring is built on the cornerstone of customer service. Owner Chris Ramsay-Care and RCI’s team of qualified professionals work diligently every day to ensure that each customer receives the personal attention that sets RCI Flooring apart. RCI only offers high-quality flooring and most of the products the store carries are manufactured in America. Whether you are interested in purchasing hardwood, wood laminate, tile, or carpet for your floors,

“You’ll Be Floored at Great Service and Prices at RCI Flooring! RCI Flooring has the best-of-the-best in the industry and at competitive pricing. Products with a Reputation to Stand On “When it comes to the products we supply our customers with, it’s the best or nothing at all,” says Chris. RCI Flooring is a full-service

flooring store, taking care of every need of its customers from selecting products and measuring to the final installation. The design professionals at RCI will help you make the right decision when choosing your flooring, taking into consideration your lifestyle, personal taste, and budget. Excellent service starts as soon as you walk into the immaculate 3,000-

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square-foot showroom, and are greeted by Ann Meara. Ann welcomes everyone with a smile, inviting them to browse the hundreds of different varieties of flooring available, which is sectioned off by type and brand. The floor throughout the showroom consists of a variety of sample panels (sized 6 ft. by 6 ft.) to give people a better idea of what the finished product will look like installed. Some of the brand names you will find in RCI’s showroom for hardwood floors are Mirage and Columbia. Others such as Bruce, Armstrong and Versini are available in hardwood as well as laminate. Tarkett is another well-known brand, and has many options of laminate and tile flooring. Carpet selections by Bliss, Traidwinds, and Magic Fresh are just a few of the many fine carpet choices available. Your Satisfaction is Guaranteed! RCI Flooring customers Kim and Mike were very happy with their experience, saying, “The quality of both the product and the customer service we got were second to none. The sales people were very helpful and knowledgeable. We were able to have the pleasure of some fantastic installers who did great work and they didn’t

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RCI Flooring carries high-quality flooring from the best manufacturers mind the dogs one bit. I would recommend them to anyone!” All of the installations done by RCI Flooring are guaranteed to meet or exceed customers’ expectations. In fact, RCI provides a job completion form that every customer signs before they pay. Robert Jones, the installation crew manager, has been in the business for more than 20 years and has worked with RCI Flooring since its conception. Robert ensures that all of the installations by RCI are completed masterfully and efficiently. All floors come with a transferable

obligations. You will find top-quality across the board with RCI Flooring’s exceptional products and dedicated customer service. RCI Flooring’s mission statement reads, “At RCI Flooring it is our goal to provide the best quality of products and services in the industry. Customer service is the cornerstone of everything we do. We strive everyday to provide unmatched customer care that can only come from a family owned and operated corporation. The quality of service we provide to our customers ranks so highly to us that we have

hung our overall success upon it. We offer a unique lifetime warranties and have structured payments for all products and services in such a way, that we don’t get paid unless you are happy.” RCI Flooring is located at 33937 US 19 in Palm Harbor. The showroom is open every day. Hours are: Mon. – Sat., 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. and 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Sun. Please call (727) 786-7291 or visit RCIFlooring.com for more information. You also can find them on Facebook.

lifetime guarantee. With the company’s lifetime guarantee there is no small print, just one page simply stating their promise to provide a quality product and service to their customers. There are no subcontractors hired for installation, therefore no sales tax is charged. The price on the floor multiplied by the square footage of space you need covered is the price you pay – no surprises. For anyone who may be interested in new floors, RCI Floors offers free consultations with absolutely no

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Get Healthy Vitamins and Natural Foods - “Get In. Get Healthy” By Katie Thomas Get Healthy Vitamins and Natural Foods has recently opened in Oldsmar, conveniently located at 4011 Tampa Road. The brand new 9,000square-foot healthy living center fully encompasses healthy living and wholesome wellness. Offering expert nutrition advice, wellness education, holistic healing guidance, clinic therapy, organic groceries, a healthy café, and even a performance lab/cycling center, Get Healthy is truly the place to go in order to get started or continue on the journey of leading a healthy lifestyle. Holistic Health, Wellness and Fitness: The concept of Get Healthy was created and designed by Laura Dewitt and Karen Greenway. “Our stores are all about people helping people make informed choices about nutritional health concerns,” says Karen. Laura and Karen are both originally from England. Karen has a longstanding background in sales and cus-

Karen Greenway & Laura Dewitt tomer service and remains customerfocused. She is well known as a top Hernando County golfer and recently represented Team Florida. Karen is President of the Board of the Natural Products Association as a Retail Director, which allows her to keep up to date in the knowledge concerning products carried within Get Healthy. Most recently Karen has added the title of Qi Gong Master and offers classes in Qi Gong technique. Laura has been a vegetarian for 30 years and has extensive knowledge about clean living. Laura hosts an in-

formative radio show out of Brooksville; The Natural Way is broadcast every Tuesday, 12:15 – 1 p.m. WWJB 1450AM. As a seven time AllAmerican Triathlete with six Ironman finishes and four World Championships under her belt, Laura is capable of helping people in training choose the right supplements, food and energy sources to prep their bodies for a successful finish. “Karen and I never stop learning,” says Laura. “We really focus on making life better. We are really passionate in helping people reach their wellness goals in a healthy way. We partner with you on the road to good health.” The two friends began Get Healthy Vitamins and Natural Foods stores in 1991, opening their first location in Brooksville. The business began to thrive exponentially, thanks to the local community and they were able to open another store in 1999 located in Inverness. With a focus on guiding people to get healthy in a real way, Get Healthy expanded once again, opening a third store in Spring Hill. With the addition of the Spring

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Hill store, Karen and Laura joined forces with Dr. Susan L. Phillips to open a healing clinic within Get Healthy called Get Zen Healing Centers. Get Zen Healing Centers focus on drug-free, natural therapies that promote recovery, restore function quickly, enhance performance, relieve pain and improve circulation. Soon after opening the Spring Hill location, Laura and Karen met Pablo Santa Cruz through cycling. Pablo is very involved within the Florida cycling community and he suggested that opening a Get Healthy store in Oldsmar would be a fantastic idea. Laura and Karen jumped onboard and now have a one-stop-shop for wellness in Oldsmar. Joining up with Pablo led to the addition of On Performance Lab and Cycling Center. On Performance Lab is an integral part of Get Healthy and offers repairs, cycling advice, bike fittings, spin classes, coaching and cycle maintenance. The expertise Get Healthy Vitamins and Nutrition has obtained in

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organic, GMOfree, gluten free choices for you to grab while shopping at Get Healthy. I brought home a bag of Chia chips and locally made Sultan roasted red pepper hummus for a delicious, Get Healthy Vitamins and Natural Foods, Get Healthy Cafe, Get Zen Healing Center & healthy snack! On Performance Lab & Cycling Center combine for a one-stop-shop for health and vitality! On top of having tons of whole food groceries to choose the past 20 years shines through in the ing customers in what it is that they from, Get Healthy has a full service Oldsmar store. With a full range of vi- can do to feel better, eat cleaner and Café so you can grab a healthy lunch, tamins, health foods, supplements and have more energy. Karen says, “We espresso or smoothie. organic produce, Get Zen Healing serve as a filter. There are so many opGet Healthy Café offers delicious therapies and the On Cycling Center tions on the market and many people choices for eat-in or take-out meals. – the Oldsmar location is a perfect co- are taking too many supplements. We Try a café favorite, Rockin’ Moroccan hesion of healthy lifestyle choices and can help you narrow down your vitaCarrots, or a delicious Get Healthy living. min intake so you can save money and Salad. I tried a veggie juice with cartime.” At Get Healthy you can learn rots, lemon, celery, kale, cucumber Get Healthy Life: how to work with your body, not and apple – it was awesome! Get With a mission to provide excepfight it. Healthy Café has locally roasted, ortional service, high quality products Customers truly enjoy Get ganic Daily Grind coffee; the perfect and share unique knowledge for optiHealthy’s organic market and café, espresso pick me up! The café offers mal health, Get Healthy is a place to where you can shop for organic probreakfast and lunch specials that are figure out what path to take on your duce, snacks, pantry items, coffee, yummy and healthy and you are sure mission to outstanding health. The beer, wine and so much more! Paleo to enjoy their organic fare. staff at Get Healthy focus on informbars are a big hit and there are tons of The On Performance Lab and Cycling Center is a full service cycling shop with a performance lab. The hands on workshop educates cyclists in form, maintenance and can even custom fit your cycle to you based on height, weight, reach and shape. Spin classes are offered in Thursdays and are a great way to get in shape and meet other cycling enthusiasts. Get Healthy recently began carrying the Opus cycle line, which is a new, highend line of bicycles that include hybrids, cruisers, kids and road bikes for all cycling levels. Get Zen Healing Center is a place to receive supportive natural therapies

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that will have you feeling wonderful. With a focus on mind, body and spirit, Get Zen offers drug-free treatments that use alternative medicine for healing. Acupuncture, laser and massage can help relieve pain, promote recovery, improve circulation, enhance performance and restore function to your body. Many athletes find the natural sport specific therapies to be a great help in injury recoveries. Using Complementary Alternative Medicine methods has helped many people with a variety of health and wellness issues. Offering services including massage therapy, a free radical level check, hormone tests or acupuncture treatment for healing; Get Zen is a place you can receive quality all-natural services. Get Healthy Vitamins and Nutrition embodies health. Getting on the right track in nutrition, exercise and health doesn’t have to be a difficult, overwhelming experience. Get Healthy is a place where you will receive informative advice and after leaving you will feel motivated to get yourself healthy. The amount of information, supplements, great grocery selections and learning experiences available makes Get Healthy stand out. The Get Healthy crew has many events that are directed in teaching the community about wellness each month. You can check out upcoming events on their Facebook and website. Karen says, “Your health shines out of you in many ways.” Go get shining at Get Healthy! Get Healthy is located in Oldsmar at 4011 Tampa Rd. Hours are Mon. – Fri., 9 AM – 7 PM, on Sat. from 9 AM – 6 PM and 10 AM – 5 PM on Sun. Please call (813) 475-7255 or visit GetInGetHealthy.com for additional information. Online ordering is available.

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The Best Moments Last Forever at MacKinnon Jewelers By Julie Kanehl This Valentines Day surprise your loved one with something truly unique, and get them the perfect gift at MacKinnon Jewelers. This beautiful jewelry store sells some of the most recognizable jewelry brands in America including Simon G., Pandora Jewelry, and Frank Reubel, just to name a few. Convenient to the entire Tampa Bay Area, MacKinnon Jewelers is located at the corner of S.R. 54 and Little Road, on the north side of Trinity’s Mitchell Ranch Plaza. MacKinnon Jewelers provides the quality jewelry that the customers in our area are looking for, making it the perfect destination for anyone on your holiday list. Owner and Master Jeweler, Tom MacKinnon, has been expertly perfecting his craft since 1985 and he continues to share his passion with everyone who enters into his store. He and his experienced staff are extremely gifted at helping people pick the very best presents, and their knowledge for their inventory in gemstones, bridal sets,

watches and more is unparalleled. Tom’s passion for creating jewelry began during high school when he was hired at a jewelry store in Panama City, Florida. It was there that the manager of the store recognized a talent in Tom, and where Tom began to learn the art of jewelry repair and jewelry creation. After high school, Tom moved to Sarasota where he worked with a wellrespected designer named Terry Coffrin. Tom was Coffrin’s apprentice for five years, and during that time he both taught and challenged Tom, allowing him to grow as a jeweler and as an artist. In 1985 Tom began to work at his bench performing “trade work,” which allowed him to do repairs and to create jewelry for stores in his area. He worked as a jewelry manufacturer for four years, and managed a trade shop for five years before he became a jeweler for Littman’s Jewelers at Countryside Mall. He worked at Littman’s Jewelers for eleven years and in 2004 opened MacKinnon Jewelers. Tom continues to pursue his education, has recently earned his Diamond

Degree, his Pearl Degree and is working on earning his Graduate Gemologist degree from the Gemological Institute of America. Tom MacKinnon and his experienced staff, which includes Debbie Rocchio, Gale Arnold, Donna Todd and Mary Ann Brennan, are all waiting

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to help you with your holiday shopping at MacKinnon Jewelers in Trinity. “Everybody in the store has some form of formal jewelry training,” said Tom, “They have their Accredited Jewelry Professional Degree from the Gemological Institute of America, or something more. In fact, one of our

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sales personnel, Gale Arnold, is our resident Graduate Gemologist.” MacKinnon Jewelers also repairs jewelry, re-strings pearls, buys gold, and replaces watch batteries. You’ll find trusted experience, an incredible inventory and fantastic customer service when you come into MacKinnon. Celebrate This Year’s Moments with Pandora Jewelry MacKinnon Jewelers has been the preferred Trinity Pandora store for years, and they have always been committed to their Pandora customers by helping them to explore all that is new within the gigantic jewelry line of bracelets, charms, pendants, earrings and more. Recently they upgraded their Pandora display to the Gold Level inside MacKinnon Jewelers that beautifully showcases all of the coordinated jewelry that Pandora has to offer. Pandora Jewelry has taken the world by storm, and it’s no wonder, as this beautiful jewelry is expertly designed in Denmark, and handcrafted in Thailand. The concept of creating a threaded bracelet in sterling silver or gold, with charms that can be threaded on to create a “story” has completely changed the way women

express themselves with jewelry. A Pandora bracelet makes the perfect gift for any of the lovely ladies in your life, because not only is it beautiful, but it is a gift that can grow and change throughout the years by adding charms that Pandora lovingly calls “Moments.” One of the best parts about Pandora Jewelry, besides the expert craftsmanship and the beauty of each charm, is the pricepoint. There’s a Pandora bracelet for every price range, style, and taste. Customer Joei Fusaro says, “I enjoy shopping at MacKinnon Jewelers. They are very accommodating and helpful!” Every Girl Loves Diamonds and Gemstones! MacKinnon Jewelers has an amazing array of fine jewelry in every style, from classic to modern, and from smart to sassy. The cases at MacKinnon are filled with gemstones of every color, from sapphires to rubies, from pearls to opals. Tom has expanded his collection and is displaying new pieces from award-winning designer Frank Reubel, as well as a new line to MacKinnon customers called Ande. Ande jewelry takes geometrically-shaped

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gemstones, and sets them into unique and beautifully striking jewelry pieces. From earrings to brooches, the staff at MacKinnon Jewelers lovingly picks each and every one of these pieces, and every one of them would garner a gasp and a “wow” when unwrapped this year. (L - R) Mary Ann Brennan , Debbie Rocchio, If you are Tom MacKinnon & Gale Arnold looking to pop the anything from a bridal set to a neckbig question this year or update your lace that is truly one-of-a-kind. wedding set, you’ll be dazzled by the exquisite bridal selection at MacKinnon Jewelers. The cases at MacKinnon Seiko Watches & clocks are on SALE! sparkle like the lights on the tree and Seiko has been creating quality include matching bridal sets in gold, timepieces since 1881, and MacKinwhite gold and platinum. Customers non Jewelers has a generous selection love that they carry bridal sets and of watches to choose from for both bands by renowned designers like men and women. A Seiko watch will Simon G, Novelle and Sylvie. definitely make their heart skip a beat Simon G is a jewelry line that is when they open up their gift and see growing in popularity all over the what Santa’s brought. And for being world. This romantic and feminine such a good elf, MacKinnon Jewelers line includes bridal sets, colored is offering 25% off of all Seiko watches stones, necklaces, bracelets and earand clocks between now and Christrings that combine white and yellow gold, white diamonds and colored dia- mas! monds, in a variety of enchanting MacKinnon Jewelers is located styles. at 3132 Little Road in the Mitchell The perfect ring is waiting, and Ranch Plaza. Holiday hours are they come in a myriad of cuts, styles, Mon. – Fri., 9:30 a.m.–7 p.m., and and price ranges. If you have a little extra time, and you would like a bridal from 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. on Sat. And the store will have special Sunday set that is as unique as the love only you share, you can choose from a vari- hours on Dec. 16 and Dec. 23 from 10:30 a.m.–3 p.m. For more inforety of settings and loose diamonds to create the bridal set of your dreams, or mation, call 375-2262; visit online at www.MacKinnonJewelers.com. even have something specially created by Tom MacKinnon. Tom can create

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35 Years of Excellence in Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling

S & W Kitchens is family owned and operated and has been serving Florida homeowners since 1977. They are state licensed building contractors who specialize in kitchen and bathroom remodels and their beautiful showroom in Palm Harbor is a stunning example of why their remodeling designs are award-winning. S & W Kitchens has three locations in Florida including the showroom closest to your neighborhood on Ridgemoor Blvd. in Palm Harbor. Today in our challenging economy at a time when construction is down, S & W Kitchens continues to grow. Sales Manager Adam Vinson ex-

plains, “Our business is up 36 percent this year, many of our customers are choosing to stay put and are upgrading their homes instead of selling, but I attribute our success to our standard of excellence, our quality products and exceptional performance.”

Standard of Excellence From the time of its inception in 1977, S & W Kitchens has had a mission to offer master craftsmanship, personalized service and custom designs to create beautiful and functional rooms for all tastes and

budgets. Throughout the years this legacy has been carried forward, distinguishing S & W from other remodeling contractors and large corporate chains. Today, the company is a prominent and active member of a number of important industry associations including the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), the Bath and Kitchen Buying Group (BKBG) and the Home Builders Association of Central Florida. Additionally, to protect their customers, all of their employees (including sales people, designers and installers) are screened by Ask the Seal. Adam shares, “Before we hire anyone they must be approved by the Ask the

Seal, a third party verification process. To ensure that the people working for us have no violent offenses, they must be licensed, bonded and insured and they even check their credit history.”

Quality Products S & W Kitchens is considered a “one-stop” shopping experience featuring all of the latest cabinetry, countertops and accessories available. They combine the highest quality professional design and construction services with top quality products. In 2009, S & W was recognized by the Orlando Business Journal as one of the Top 25 Specialty Contractors in Central Florida. S & W Kitchens also was selected to design and install an authentic restoration of the 210-square-foot kitchen and butler’s pantry at the historic Casa Feliz in Winter Park. This successful project won the National

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These before and after photos of one of S & W Kitchens’ remodeling projects show just how fabulous your kitchen can look with an updated design, new cabinetry and countertops. the worksite safe and clean for you and Award by the NKBA at the 2010 Nayour family. Exceptional Performance tional Kitchen and Bath Show in “We do not leave our customers From day one when you begin a Chicago. in a lurch; they are always able to reach project with one of the designers they Designer Glenn Rumer, who has us and we won’t stop until any and all also act as your project manager overhad his designs featured in House issues are resolved,” Glenn elaborates. seeing everything from start to finish. Trends magazine three times, explains, “We begin with a complimentary visit Andrew and Gayle Johnston bear “We will not sacrifice quality to make a to our client’s home,” explains Glenn. witness, “After being put through ‘the sale. From traditional to contemporun-around’ with Lowes and Home “I will measure, look at the space, and rary, we will design and complete a Depot, we decided to meet with talk with my clients about their wants room that is custom to your needs and and needs.” During construction your Glenn from S & W. He was such a all of our cabinetry is made in the pleasure to work with and was willing project manager and design team will United States and is built to last.” to go out of his way to help our given work to keep everything progressing in a timely manner, they will handle all situation. He opened our eyes to a whole new possibility for our kitchen deliveries, haul away debris and keep

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and came up with a design that we couldn’t refuse. During the process Glenn and his staff were easy to reach and always answered all of our questions no matter when we called. He made us feel comfortable with the purchase and took care of us during the process. We LOVE our new kitchen now that it is complete and we are very happy that we took his design advice. His vision and design knowledge was exactly what we were looking for and we cannot thank him enough for all of his help. We highly recommend Glenn and S & W Kitchens to anyone.” To schedule an appointment with one of S & W Kitchens’ designers, call (727) 828-1179 or to see the possibilities for your kitchen or bathroom remodel, stop into their Palm Harbor Showroom located at 4952 Ridgemoor Blvd. in Palm Harbor, or visit www.SandWKitchens.com. Be sure to ask about their manufacturing specials and special financing programs. Hours are 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Mon. – Fri.; and 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Sat. Before hours, after hours and Sundays are available by appointment.

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SmileFaith Foundation – Hope With Every Smile! By Alexis Selby The smile is a captivating expression that conveys personality, mood and confidence. Each smile tells a story – the happiness of our present state, and in some cases, the struggles of our past. Due to life circumstances and the mistakes of one’s past, many people’s once dazzling smiles have faded, leaving behind a mouth full of unhealthy teeth. At SmileFaith Foundation, they believe that no person should be limited by the condition of their smile and strive to help underprivileged individuals and veterans get much-needed dental care and regain control of their lives. “The SmileFaith Foundation has made my dreams come true,” states patient Rachel. “I now have my self-confidence back, and a beautiful smile. I showed off my teeth as if it were a new car.” Tom and Chrissie Lane, successful entrepreneurs and caring humanitarians, recognized the increasing need of so many individuals who were suffering from the devastating affects of poor oral health. It became clear to

them that many of these same people could also benefit from life coaching and encouragement to help them overcome the struggles which were keeping them from discovering life purpose, financial stability, healthy relationships and overall peace of mind. After envisioning a way to help, Tom and Chrissie founded the SmileFaith Foundation, Inc. in 2009, a 501 [c] [3] nonprofit foundation that provides charitable dental care, inspiration, and life resources for the residents of the Tampa bay Area and beyond. “The SmileFaith Foundation leadership brings a diverse background, including community service, international aid and relief work, faithbased ministry, counseling, business development and management, and entrepreneurship,” says Shalandra Stephenson, grant organizer at SmileFaith. “We are well-versed in servicing the dental needs of underserved and disadvantaged individuals and have also realized a marked success in providing individual counseling, as well as connectivity to important community resources.”

The SmileFaith Foundation is a unique nonprofit organization committed to charitable dental care and life coach counseling and thanks to the dedicated efforts of the amazing volunteers and employees, SmileFaith Foundation has helped over 500 recipients in the past three and a half years. (L-R) Dr. Michael P. O’Connell (Dr. Mike), Rosemarie Glade & Founder Tom Lane Dental Services Since its inception, the SmileFaith Counseling Services At the SmileFaith Foundation Foundation’s Smile Again Program has been helping people to smile again they believe there is a powerful and undeniable connection between the by funding, arranging and managing inward smile and the outward smile. substantial dental care; allowing those So, in addition to providing beautiful, in need to achieve the reality of lifenew smiles, the SmileFaith Foundation long, all-encompassing health – startalso seeks to reach out to the local ing with their new smile! A healthy community through their faith-based smile not only builds confidence and counseling program. “We engage peoencourages hope, but also helps to ple with a physical need and let them broaden a person’s career horizon. know they are special and that there is SmileFaith partners with dentists a plan for their life,” says Dr. Mike throughout the Tampa bay area and O’Carroll, Executive Director at beyond to provide dental care to all SmileFaith Foundation. “We equip the patients at SmileFaith. them with new smiles on the outside

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and teach them new tools so they can acquire confidence on the inside.” The program takes a holistic approach to healing the mind, body and spirit and supports individuals in their quests for happiness, self-confidence, and stronger career opportunities. SmileFaith seeks to build lasting relationships with all of their recipients in order to help them through life’s trials both before and after the dental work is complete. The Smile Again Program provides funding assistance for dental treatments, counseling and assessments through an individual life coaching plan, additional community resources and connections, and most importantly – a dazzling new smile! “SmileFaith offers a hand-up not a hand-out,” says Tom, as he explains that in addition to providing grants and funding to underprivileged individuals, SmileFaith also helps their patients manage their financial situation and take responsibility for a partial portion of the cost of their dental care. By giving these recipients ownership, they now become invested in their progress, which in turn deters them from going down the path that led them to SmileFaith in the first place.

No one understands the heart and soul of SmileFaith better than Rosemarie Glade – the first ever SmileFaith recipient and the basis for which the program was founded. Before SmileFaith, Rosemarie’s smile was decimated due to years of bad decisions, and although she was trying to turn her life around, she was reminded of her past every time she looked in the mirror. With the help and generosity of SmileFaith, Rosemarie received the blessing of extensive dental care – resulting in a beautiful, new smile. “Rosemarie is our poster child,” says Tom. “She has a confident, infectious smile! Rosemarie is now the Special Ambassador for SmileFaith Foundation. She smiles brightly everyday, as she is reminded of just how far she has come with the help of God and wonderful friends like SmileFaith. As Special Ambassador, Rosemarie now assists others who are struggling with life’s issues to find hope with every smile.” The SmileFaith Foundation accepts new recipients based on nominations from either a friend, relative or neighbor (candidates may not nominate themselves). For more information or to nominate a deserving

individual please visit their website at www.SmileFaith.com. SmileFaith is proud to announce the Grand Opening of their new and unique thrift shop, and Christianbased coffeehouse, which are located right next door to their office in Port Richey at 8135 US Hwy 19. All proceeds from both the thrift shop and the coffee house will go to the SmileFaith Foundation. In order to better service local dental needs, Tom and Chrissie Lane are very excited about opening an onsite SmileFaith dental clinic in the near future. “Our plans are to have a full-time dentist at the new clinic, as well as continuing to partner with local dentist offices,” says Tom. Mission Trips The love and compassion of SmileFaith extends far beyond the Unites States. Through their mission trips, SmileFaith seeks to help underprivileged individuals throughout the world. On their recent mission trip to Guatemala, the SmileFaith team partnered with Guatemalan Mission Outreach and reached out to over 140 people in need of critical dental care. In addition to providing dental care, they also had an optical room where patients could go to get their eyes checked, a beautician offering haircuts, games for the children and a Bible club. If you are interested in joining SmileFaith on their next mission trip please contact their office at (727) 807-7958. Everyone is welcome! You Can Make a Difference The Smile Faith Foundation is a wonderful non-profit organization that relies on the generous support of caring individuals and businesses in the local community to help fund what they do. If you are interested in chang-

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ing the lives of those in need, there are many ways in which you can help – by getting your Life Coach Counseling Certification and becoming a life coach counselor, becoming a SmileFaith Strategic Partner (if you represent a businesses, church, dental office, etc.), volunteering at Smile Faith or on one of their missions trips, or donating to their cause. The SmileFaith Foundation hopes to expand in the near future and is actively looking for volunteers, so if you are ready to make a difference, please contact SmileFaith today. Tom and Chrissie have created such a wonderful atmosphere where people know they can go to be loved and cared for. “We form relationships with our patients and like to get to know their families,” says Rosemarie. They are your support group, your vision of hope, and most importantly – your friends! Nothing is more eye-catching than a genuine, beautiful smile that is boasting with confidence. Unfortunately, with the rising cost of living, many people can no longer afford the luxury of visiting a dentist, and due to unfavorable life circumstances and bad decisions, suffer from poor oral health; in turn causing them to have lower self esteem and a hard time finding a job. The caring individuals at SmileFaith are dedicated to helping these underprivileged individuals turn their lives around and through their Smile Again Program offer their patients hope for their future. Dr. Mike says, “If you give people hope, it is amazing what can happen!” The SmileFaith Foundation is located at 8125 US Highway 19 in Port Richey. To find out more information, please call their office at (727) 807-7958, visit their website at www.SmileFaith.com or email them at info@SmileFaith.com.

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“Dr. McCaslin” Continued from page 1 Better Results, Less Time Staying on top of the latest advances in dentistry is important to Dr. McCaslin and she is very excited about the latest technology that Expressions Cosmetic & Family Dentistry has added. “I am the first dentist in the Tampa Bay area to have the Omnicam,” says Dr. McCaslin. The CEREC Omnicam is pretty amazing technology that has been 27 years in the making, but to simplify, it scans the teeth for a precise 3-D image in natural color that allows the dentist and/or lab to get more precise measurements for fitting crowns, bridges and implants. And the best news for patients is that this new 3-D scanning technology eliminates the need for temporary crowns and the extra visits to the dentist for fitting in the permanent crown. “All ceramic crowns can be done here in one day with the Omnicam,” says Dr. McCaslin. And if you need a bridge or want a gold crown, your image can be transmitted in twotenths of a second to a local dental lab so they can see the fit right away and get the most precise fit possible. “It

eliminates the need for multiple impressions,” explains Dr. McCaslin. “It allows a complex restorative case to be a simple restorative.” Expressions Cosmetic and Family Dentistry is a completely digitized office. All appointments, scheduling, charts, and x-rays are digital. Each operatory is equipped with a computer that can access all patients’ charts, xrays, intra-oral and extra-oral pictures. Along with panoramic x-rays, Dr. McCaslin takes digital photos – now with the new CEREC Omnicam – of each patient’s mouth inside and out. Oral digital photography is used to educate the patients by showing them actual photos. By showing the pictures and explaining to the patient the root of the problem, the patient can see for themselves what is really going on with their teeth. “A picture is worth a thousand words,” explains Dr. McCaslin. “Digital photography has changed dentistry as we know it. I feel so lucky to be able to be a part of this new technology to further provide the best available care for my patients.” For gum disease, lasers have been proven to be a very effective treatment and Dr. McCaslin uses a Picasso laser as part of the gum tissue health program at the practice.

The CEREC Omnicam’s 3-D scanning technology allows for a precise fit and eliminates the need for temporary crowns and extra office visits. About Dr. McCaslin Dr. McCaslin knew early on that she wanted to be a dentist and started gaining experience in 1997 while working in dental offices in her hometown of Owensboro, Kentucky. She graduated cum laude from Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, with a Bachelor’s Degree in 2002. During that time she was active in the National Honors Society, Alpha Epsilon Delta, the America Student Dental Association, Kappa Delta

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sorority and the equestrian team. You’ll see her love of horses at her office, which is tastefully decorated with an equestrian-inspired flair. She continued her education, earning her Doctor of Dentistry degree from the University of Kentucky, College of Dentistry. In the heart of the horse racing country of Lexington, Kentucky, she continued her active memberships with the American Student Dental Association and joined the Kentucky Student Dental Society and

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and without insurance, to provide quality and affordable care, Expressions Cosmetic & Family Dentistry strives to be the best dentist office you’ve ever been to. Dr. McCaslin and her staff – dental hygienists Kelly and Kylene, dental assistants Lissa and Jessica, and Erin who keeps all the scheduling straight Expressions Cosmetic & Family Dentistry is and the office running convenient and comfortable for East Lake families smoothly – welcome new the America Association of Women patients. Expressions Cosmetic & Dentists. Family Dentistry accepts all major inDr. McCaslin’s first dental pracsurances to cover a wider market and tice opened in New Port Richey in to be as accessible as possible to paMay of 2006 and in 2011, she extients. panded to open Expressions Cosmetic Expressions Cosmetic & Family & Family Dentistry in Palm Harbor. Dentistry is located at 4852 RidgeShe has shown leadership in and out of moor Blvd. in Palm Harbor. Office the dental community and has served hours are 9 AM – 7 PM on Monas past President of the West Pasco days and Thursdays, and from 8 Dental Association. She is a member AM – 1 PM on Saturdays. For addiof the Seven Springs Rotary Club, betional information, visit online at longs to the North Pinellas Chamber www.MyPalmHarborDentist.com, of Commerce and has volunteered www.MyExpressionsDentistry.com within the Rotary Club, Junior Service or call (727) 78-SMILE or League, and the Pasco Education (727) 787-6453 and set your Foundation. appointment. Working with new patients, with

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“Lucky Dill” Continued from page 1 Perhaps you had the opportunity to come to The Lucky Dill’s St. Patty’s Day party last year, I mean, everyone was there! Even Kirstie Alley made an appearance! This year, they are promising to make their celebration even bigger, complete with the chance to really get lucky by winning prizes such as gift certificates, bar tabs and even an iPad! No holiday is complete without great food, and without even a hint of fanfare, The Lucky Dill would have everyone else beat with its menu alone. In addition to their regular menu (can we call this menu regular? Read: Stupendous), they will be preparing 20,000 pounds of corned beef and cabbage to prepare for their Irish feast, and then top it all off by offering their guests free slices of their specialty cheesecake for dessert. The Lucky Dill’s St. Patty’s Day Menu starts with their Hot Corned Beef Sandwich piled high on Rye, I mean after all, it is the sandwich that put them on the map! If you like your Corned Beef Sandwich with “Kraut & Swiss,” served on grilled

The Lucky Dill is an excellent place to celebrate any occasion. You are sure to have fun her on Valentine’s Day and St. Patrick’s Day. Join in the fun at the St. Patty’s Day Bash, festivities start on March 10, Big Bash March 16 & 17. Rye and served with Russian dressing, then you’re going to want to order The Reuben. Don’t be surprised, however, if you get caught up in the spirit and want something even more traditional to Ireland! The Lucky Dill will also be serving Guinness Black Peppercorn Beef Stew, which is a hearty portion of tender beef that has been braised in Guinness Ale along with onions, baby carrots and potatoes until perfection. Another popular Irish offering is Shepherd’s Pie. What is Shepherd’s Pie? It’s lean ground beef baked with carrots, celery, petite green peas and gravy, and then topped with mashed

potatoes and cheddar cheese. Sign me up! Even the kids will be a part of the fun at The Lucky Dill, for the kids will have a green menu of their own to choose from, and if they’re lucky, they may get something for dessert as well! Yes, there will be amazing food, incredibly talented entertainment, free cheesecake, face painting and giveaways, but what’s St. Patty’s Day without a good Irish drink? The St. Patty’s Day menu offers some amazing drinks that could only come from The Lucky Dill’s Famous NYC Bar. There will definitely be tons of green

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beer, drafts like Guinness, Harp, Smithwick’s and more, and an entire selection of bottled beer to choose from. But you might be interested in a few of their specials, one of which is The “Irish Breakfast” (good at any time of the day); it mixes Bushmills, Butterscotch Schnapps and orange juice. The “Irish Gold” is a drink made of Jameson, Peach Schnapps, Ginger Ale and orange juice, yum! The “Irish Gimlet” is another popular drink, and it is made with Jameson Irish Whisky, Blue Curacao and a touch of lime. These are just a few of the specialty drinks offered on the menu this St. Patrick’s Day.

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Eat at The Lucky Dill and you will have more than enough! The entrees are generous and delicious, sandwiches are piled sky-high and the Bakery is fantastic! Did I say beer truck? Yes! On Saturday and Sunday, the bash will hit heights it’s never reached before, and Lucky Dill will blow out the party with a giant tent, a beer truck, live music, dancing and giveaways. They don’t call it The Lucky Dill for Nothin’! They’ve got the food and they’ve got the drink, so you know they’re bringing the entertainment! Whether you’re bringing the kids in the daytime for balloons and face painting, or dancing the Irish Jig

into the night to the sound of bagpipes and surrounded by “Galway Girls,” you’ll be counting your lucky stars that you came to the Lucky Dill for St. Patty’s Day (especially if you win an iPad!). You don’t even need to worry about what to wear because The Lucky Dill is selling their St. Patty’s Day themed t-shirts for between $12-$20, ensuring that you can just relax, eat, drink and be lucky! Did you know that The Lucky

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Dill is a full-service catering service? Now The Lucky Dill is the perfect choice for your next business event, corporate luncheon or big party! Want to have a party at the Dill? You can! The Lucky Dill is the perfect place to have your next party or event! Their Tribeca Lounge seats up to 60 people and can be rented out for private parties, business events, rehearsal dinners, birthday parties or even small weddings. Located at 33180 US Hwy 19

N in Palm Harbor, The Lucky Dill is open daily from 7 a.m. – 10 p.m., and their NYC Bar is open 11 a.m. – Late. The St. Patty’s Day festivities begin Sunday, March 10th, and the Big Bash will be Saturday the 16th and Sunday the 17th. For more information, call (727) 789-5574, visit their website at www.LuckyDillDeli.com or visit them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/theluckydill.

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Brain Balance of Oldsmar Shares Stories of Success It is a natural thing for a parent to want the very best for their child – to dream of their future and imagine it filled with smiles, happiness and success at every stage of life. So when it becomes clear that a child is going to have problems meeting the milestones that their peers are having no problems with – that the intricacy of their brain doesn’t fall into the “norm” – it is heartbreaking for the parents and the child. Sometimes it isn’t clear to parents that anything is wrong until their child starts school and their confidence level starts dropping as they struggle to perform in a world where they are expected to fall into place with the rest of the class. That is when the search begins for a way to help a child learn and grow; to achieve success despite their individual challenges. Brain Balance Achievement Center of Oldsmar, located at 4022 Tampa Road, is an achievement center designed to help children who have been labeled with or who exhibit signs of ADHD, ADD, dyslexia, autism, Asperger’s syndrome, Tourette’s, learning disabilities or processing disorders. As the statistics for such conditions have grown exponentially over the last two decades, many parents have been given very little hope that their children will ever be able to grow properly and learn to succeed. Brain Balance offers hope and success. Owner and Director Larry Polnicky is a parent who knows firsthand how it feels to search far and wide for a solution. He opened Brain Balance in Oldsmar because the Brain Balance Center in Atlanta, Georgia was the best solution he and his wife found for their son who has autism.

In fact, it seemed like the only thing that did work. Since opening the Brain Balance in Oldsmar, the Polnicky family has known much joy, not only in seeing the growth and success of their own child, but in seeing the difference Brain Balance is making for local children and their families by helping them to succeed beyond the label, without medication, and with proven results. Personal Stories of Success at Brain Balance The following stories are personal stories that parents are willing to share about their children and the help they have received at Brain Balance. Neighborhood News & Lifestyles and Brain Balance would like to thank these folks for sharing such heartwarming stories with our readers. Respecting their privacy, we are not using full names. Soaring through Reading Levels––“My son was assessed for a new school today,” writes JF. “He was to start 4th grade. His reading comprehension level put him at 7th grade. I am thrilled. Six months ago in August he was just below 4th grade [level]. I know that Brain Balance has made the difference in his reading comprehension scores.” Calm, Focused & Learning––CS shares, “We have noticed our son is calmer, and if something does bother him, it is very short lived. He is transitioning better. His teacher has commented on how calm and focused he’s become. He’s had great days at school because of the great staff at Brain Balance! We are very excited to see how much more he will achieve. His music teacher said he never raised his hand in class until

today. He asked for the drum and played and hummed a classical piece of music that the teacher recognized right away! Thanks!” Travel Time is Well Worth It–– “We drive 2 1/2 hours one way and our son is worth every minute and mile spent on the road. Just 20 sessions and my son’s reading fluency and word reading has markedly improved. We are so proud of him! He loves coming to Brain Balance. His confidence has improved greatly too J. Thank you to such an awesome team of professionals who understand and care about children with learning challenges. It’s also a soft place to land as a parent. Thanks again!”_ KP Off Medication––“He is off all his meds,” shares parent JC. “He is losing weight and getting better sleep. He has been acting out some still. His primary care doctor is going to try to find something natural for him. She has also recommended him getting counseling. He is more affectionate. Has a tutor and should be through with 9th grade by

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the end of June. He will have the opportunity to opt out for anything he can test out for.” Self-Aware and Socializing––DW writes about the great things that her daughter is experiencing after attending Brain Balance. “Here are just a few of the wonderful things that Brain Balance has done for Danielle. Most recently Danielle has stopped taking her “brain pill” as she called it. This was medication to help with focus. So far no negative effects noted from not taking it! She is eating better, exercising more, and requires less sleep. Physically stronger…she recently did a ropes course, climbed a rock wall and did zip line. “She is calmer and less impulsive. This has been noticed by others is group settings and social gatherings. (It’s not just MY opinion!) She is controlling her voice level better. (Not as loud.) And is SELF regulating her actions more because she now has self-awareness. Conversations now on a more mature and age appropriate level. She is initiating so-

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cial interaction on a more meaningful level at home, school and church. She is interacting and bonding with peers and building friendships and developing a more appropriate sense of humor. She has begun journaling in the form of art and short stories or comic strips. She is better able to grasp intangible concepts such as religious beliefs. What more could you

ask for! But I know there is still more to come!” Great Strides Forward––TB of St. Pete writes of her daughter, “We went snorkeling off Grand Cayman and Cozumel - and she did fantastically! She kept track of all her gear, was able to navigate the reef with ease, and had the time of her life swimming with the dolphins! What a trip!”

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Her mother’s letter also noted that Angela had made the high school bowling team. “She started her average (without bumpers) was around 29. With only two weeks of practice she’s up to a 55 average, and we’re looking to break 100. Her coach is wonderful and her teammates embrace her and cheer her just as they do each other. Tears came to my eyes the first time I saw her roll that ball right down the center. “Her exit testing wasn’t all that great - but then Angela has never been a test taker. She shuts down, and I don’t know if that will ever change. But I do know that these stories I relate to you, as well as many other “intangible” changes in her life are without a doubt related to her Brain Balance training and learning. Anecdotal or not, this girl has made some great strides, and we’re more excited than ever about her moving forward and being able to live a fulfilling, happy life. Thank you to your whole [Brain Balance] team - from the moment we walked in to the suite until we left we felt positive energy coming toward us.”

The Brain Balance Mission The Brain Balance Mission Statement is “to make the Brain Balance Program available to as many children as possible, that each child may reach their greatest physical, mental, social and academic potential.” In order to do this, education is key. The directors, coaches and founders of Brain Balance really want parents to understand that there is hope, that there can be success, and that their children have bright futures ahead of them regardless of labels or limitations. Brain Balance offers free informative events for parents to come and learn about the details of the program and to see if it’s a right fit for their family. Guests who attend the free event are given a discount on the initial assessment. Call for details. The Brain Balance Achievement Center of Oldsmar is located at 4022 Tampa Rd., Suite 6. Please call (813) 475-6977 for additional information. Email them directly at oldsmar@brainbalancecenters.com or visit brainbalancecenters.com.

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