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Vol. 7, Issue 3, March 2014
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The Premier “Shop Local” Community Magazine 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 By Julie Kanehl
Donna’s Cleaning Angels – Bigger & Better Than Ever!
ELHS Eagles Baseball............3 News Briefs...........................4 Calendar...............................6 Home Services, etc.........10-11 The Cat Hospital...........14-15 Mulligans Irish Pub & Crescent Oaks Exchange....18-19 Trinity Medical Associates..22-23 LOKEY Infiniti..............26-27 Adventure Boot Camp.....30-31 Donna’s Cleaning Angels (photo courtesy of Acotto Images)
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Surprise! Company is coming. Are you ready? Or, will you have to cancel all plans, call in sick and do an emergency hide-and-slide, and not-sothorough cleaning? If you are ready for your home to be company-ready, or sparkling clean for your own enjoyment, call Donna’s Cleaning Angels. You’ll love the results after a team of the angels tackle the dirt and grime of everyday living, leaving your home sparkling clean. Your cleaning angels will leave no dust behind! Donna’s Cleaning Angels is a local, full-service cleaning company
whose seeds were planted with love 23 years ago by Donna Ferrante. First it was love of family and the need for extra money that prompted the single mother to start a small side business cleaning houses. Love of family grew to love of clients and the self-fulfillment that comes from doing for others. Donna’s kids even helped out in the early years – her son, then 11, and his friend put fliers on cars at the Sunday services. Feeling that
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Educare Preschool is committed to offering quality daycare for families in Pinellas and Pasco Counties at each of their three convenient locations, all the while making daycare affordable for everyone. Focused on offering a progressive curriculum that was written and created by the owners and approved by the state, Educare Preschool embraces each child and helps to form a foundation for learning that will help them to be successful in school. Independently owned and operated, Educare Preschool values building individual relationships with families, while children learn and grow through play, dance, music and hands-on fun. The original Educare Preschool was located just off of U.S. 19, just south of Tampa Road. It was founded in 2005 by owners Andrew Pisko and Daisy Miranda, who at the time opened their school with just 11 chil-
dren. Today, there are 70 children at the Palm Harbor location! Today they have a location in Countryside, just across the street from Mease Countryside Hospital off of McMullen Booth Road, and now a third brand new mega-school that just opened its doors in New Port Richey just off of U.S. 19 and Moog Road in Pasco County. Owner Daisy Miranda has more than 20 years of experience and has an educational background in Childhood Education and Psychology. The former Director of The Sylvan Learning Center in Palm Harbor, she also was the director of a large daycare facility in Long Island. Andrew Pisko also has a highly beneficial background, as he has his Master’s Degree in Counseling and Child Psychology and has experience working with children who have
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2014 East Lake High School Eagles Varsity Baseball Team Off to a Flying Start The East Lake High School Eagles Varsity Baseball Team, coming off a 2013 season that saw the Eagles go 24-4 on the way to winning its third straight District Title, PCAC Championship and attaining a ranking that reached as high as 20th in the state on MaxPreps, is off to a great 4-0 start to begin the 2014 season. Head Coach Dan Genna’s squad won the Lee Byers Invitational Tournament (Feb. 10-14) for the second straight year with victories over Mitchell High School, 3-2, Bishop McLaughlin High School, 5-1, and IMG Academy, 9-3, in the Championship Game. Great starting pitching by Brad Deppermann, Cameron Churchill and Ryan Wall led the way for the Eagles. Steven Plaskett recorded saves in the first two wins without allowing a run. The LBI All-Tournament Team included eleven Eagles who made substantial contributions to secure the championship: Tyler Gardner, Ian Lisle, Nick DeSantis, Andrew Prozzillo, Brad Deppermann, Keegan
Maronpot, Sawyer Wirth, Cameron Churchill, Cristian Sieman, Ryan Wall and Steven Plaskett. The Eagles followed their LBI Championship with a 3-0 PCAC North victory (Feb. 18) over the rival Palm Harbor Hurricanes. Brad Deppermann pitched a complete game 3-hit shutout to lead the Eagles to victory. For 2014 the Eagles are in Class 7A District 9 and will compete against Clearwater, Countryside, Northeast, Pinellas Park and Seminole for the District Title. The top two teams surviving the District Tournament (April 21-25 at Countryside) will advance to the Regionals. This year’s schedule includes a trip to Sanford, FL during Spring Break (March 24-28) to play in the prestigious Florida League High School Invitational Showcase Tournament against a field of 16 teams from around the state.
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The schedule also includes three games against non-conference/nondistrict opponents George Jenkins (Lakeland), Clearwater Central Catholic, and Lakewood Ranch. Two senior Eagles have been signed to scholarships at Division 1 schools, Brad Deppermann at the University of North Florida and Keegan Maronpot at Wake Forest University. Cameron Churchill has been offered a scholarship to Division 2 Nova Southeastern University. You can follow the 2014 Eagles at their website www.eastlakebaseball.biz. Come out to support the Eagles as they make a run for the Class 7A State Crown!
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Team 79 KRUNCH Robotics Club is Ready to “Assist” FIRST® Team 79 KRUNCH unveiled this season’s competitive robot, “KRUNCH 17” at Media Night on Monday, February 17 in the gymnasium at East Lake High School in Tarpon Springs, FL. Last year, Team 79 Krunch was a two-time Regional Championship winner in the FIRST® ULTMATE ASCENTSM challenge and qualified to compete in the World Championship! This year’s game, AERIAL ASSISTSM, combines the skills of various competitive sports and is played by two opposing alliances with three teams on each side. The challenge is to pass large exercise balls to other alliance teams, shoot the ball over a truss and into various goals to score points. Bonus points are rewarded for displaying teamwork and assisting other teams to achieve the game’s objective. In order to be eligible to participate in the competitions, robots must meet stringent requirements including height, weight, materials, and other variables set forth by FIRST®.
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Members of FIRST® Team 79 KRUNCH include students currently enrolled in the Academy of Engineering at East Lake High School, which was established by Paul “Coach” Wahnish, founder of CTEF (Career Technical Education Foundation, Inc.). FIRST® (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) was founded by Dean Kamen, the inventor of the Segway. According to their website, “FRC combines the excitement of sport with the rigors of science and technology. Under strict rules, limited resources, and time limits, teams of 25 students or more are challenged to raise funds, and build and program robots to perform prescribed tasks against a field of competitors.” According to the team’s president, Austin Bayon, “This year’s competition is based on cooperation with the other FIRST® teams. Team 79 is challenged to manipulate a two-foot exercise ball in a variety of ways. Our team must cooperate with our alliance members to gain points through passing the balls from robot to robot, shooting into a
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six-foot tall goal and/or catching passes by other robots. We are prepared to adapt to the changing conditions of the game and work with other robots with varying designs.” The most noteworthy aspect is that each team competing in the challenge has only six weeks to design, prototype, builds, tests, debugs, programs and wires the robot. Team 79’s students, teachers, mentors, and volunteers have dedicated hundreds of hours for the past six weeks to meet and complete the robot within this allotted timeframe. Congratulations to these students who are learning how much fun science, mathematics, engineering, and technology (STEM) can be. Golfing Fore Food 4-Hearts Golf Classic Sponsorship Opportunity to Help Community & Promote Your Business 4-Hearts Neighbors Helping Neighbors has sponsorships available for the 5th Annual 4-Hearts Golf Classic, a 4 Person Scramble to be held at beautiful Cypress Run Golf Club on May 5th. This premier event, Golfing Fore Food, is being held to provide assistance to Tampa Bay area food banks. 4-Hearts is a 501 (c)3 organization and
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your contribution is tax-deductible. Title Sponsor, $5,000: Name appears prominently before the title of the event, 2 foursomes in tournament, reserved parking at event, sponsor recognition at awards lunch, coverage in all press releases/premium hole sponsorship, company logo and link on 4-Hearts banner, opportunity to include branded item in gift bag, recognition on carts/scoreboard. Eagle Sponsor, $2,000: 1 foursome in tournament, sponsor recognition at awards lunch, coverage in all press releases, premium hole sponsorship, company logo and link on 4-Hearts website, display of sponsor provided banner, recognition on carts. Birdie Sponsor, $1,000: 1 foursome in tournament, company logo on program, sponsor recognition at awards lunch, premium hole sponsorship, company logo and link on 4-Hearts website, coverage in all press releases. Par Sponsor, $750: 1 foursome in tournament, recognition on tournament scoreboard, premium hold sponsorship, company logo on program. Tee Sponsor, $100. Find more information, to register or the sponsorship form at www.4-Hearts.org or call Kathi Givens, Tounament Chair, at (727) 455-8870.
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Dr. Jeremy Albert of Albert Orthodontics Volunteers at FLA-MOM Mar. 28-29, 5:30 AM––FLAMOM is a program of the Florida Dental Association and will be held at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa. MOM stands for Mission of Mercy and MOM events are held in many states in the US. These events target underserved populations and provide free dental care to anyone who shows up, no insurance needed and no proof of income. FLA-MOM at the Florida State Fairgrounds opens doors at 5:30 AM. Patients are seen on a first-come, first-served basis with approximately 800 individuals treated each day. Patient quota is typically reached by 10 AM, so come early! Over 300 Dentists, Dental Specialists, Hygienists, Physicians, Dental Assistants and over 1000+ support volunteers have committed their time, energy, and expertise to helping as many patients as possible. Antibiotics and non-narcotic pain medication will be provided. While rare, it may be necessary to provide a written pre-
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scription that can be taken to a local pharmacy. There will NOT be narcotics onsite, nor will any prescriptions be given for narcotics – no exceptions. Rotary Club to Host 8th Annual Charity Car Show & Community Festival Sat., Apr. 26, 9 AM–3 PM––The 8th Annual “Cruisin’ The Park” Charity Car Show and Community Festival will be held at John Chesnut Park, 2200 East Lake Road in Palm Harbor. This popular event, sponsored by the Rotary Club of East Lake Sunrise and in conjunction with the YMCA of North Pinellas’ Healthy Kids Day, promises to be fun for the entire family. It’s free for spectators! The event includes a DJ, live music, exhibitions by Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office, Oldsmar and East Lake Fire & Rescue, food tent, plus numerous activities for the kids throughout the day and more. Fifty trophies will be awarded to participants in the judged car show. Vehicle registration ends at noon and
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is open to all show cars and trucks. Car show pre-registration fee is $15 by April 23 and $20 the day of the show. All proceeds raised go to local charities. Visit www.EastLakeRotary.org for more information, registration forms, and secure on-line registration. For more information, contact Howard Raphan at (727) 789-4323 or info@eastlakerotary.org. The Rotary Club of East Lake Sunrise is a volunteer service organization that meets at 7:30 a.m. Thursday mornings at Lansbrook Golf Club, 4605 Village Center Drive, in Palm Harbor. To learn more about the club or to attend a meeting, email the club at info@eastlakerotary.org. Pasco and North Pinellas Ombudsman Council Meeting Thurs., Mar. 20, 10 AM––The Pasco and North Pinellas Ombudsman Council will hold its March meeting at Saint Anne Byzantine Catholic Church, 7120 Massachusetts Avenue in New Port Richey. All interested parties are encouraged to attend. The Pasco and North Pinellas Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council is a part of Florida’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program. The
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council is made up of local ombudsmen whose goal is to improve the quality of life and care of residents of long-term care facilities, including nursing homes, assisted living facilities and adult family-care homes. An ombudsman is a specially trained and certified volunteer who has been given authority under federal and state law to identify, investigate and resolve complaints made by, or on behalf of, long-term care facility residents. The Pasco and North Pinellas Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council serves Pasco and North Pinellas counties. Individuals may call Annette Perry at 727-588-6912 or 727-3762788 or email perrya@elderaffairs.org. For information on Florida’s LongTerm Care Ombudsman Program, http://ombudsman.myflorida.com. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Florida’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program needs volunteers to join its corps of dedicated advocates who protect the rights of elders who live in nursing homes, assisted living facilities and adult family care homes. Pasco and North Pinellas Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council is located at 2523 Seven Springs Blvd. in New Port Richey; (727) 376-2788.
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Home Services, etc. Provides Peace of Mind While You are Away By Katie Thomas If you travel often or live here part-time, then you know the worry of leaving your home unattended for an extended period. Nothing will give you peace of mind like knowing your home is being looked after by Richard Snyder, the owner and operator of Home Services, etc. in Palm Harbor. Richard started Home Services, etc. in 2009 to provide the Tampa Bay area with a new kind of home service, one that caters to winter residents, business travelers and people who go on extended vacations. A 35-year resident of our area, Richard offers weekly, biweekly or monthly visits, and every single visit is documented with digital photographs that are emailed to the homeowner on the same day of the visit – every visit. There is a very important reason for this. Richard explains, “Florida law says that if you leave your house empty for six weeks or longer, that house is considered vacant or abandoned, and in the case of theft or damage, your insurance may not have to pay any claims you have. That is why I provide three ways to prove that a house isn’t aban-
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doned. There is a reason for those pictures. I am the eyes and ears for the homeowner.” In addition to emailing pictures, Richard emails a well-documented account and will call if anything needs immediate attention. Clients always know in advance when Richard will be in their home for routine checks because he sets a date and keeps it. When clients sign on with Home Services, etc. they can expect excellence. Richard performs maintenance checks and tasks such as bringing in the mail, flyers and door hangers. Richard will even forward any important mail to you. He receives deliveries and lets in the cleaning service, pool maintenance service or other workers. He always performs a thorough walkthrough, checking and even “feeling” the house. “I touch things and make sure they work,” says Richard. “From the air conditioner to the water heater, I really try to get a feel for the home and make certain everything is in proper working order.” Richard checks walls and ceilings to make certain there are no leaks after storms and even takes his shoes off to make sure the ground is not wet anywhere within the home.
Richard brings the personal touch to home sitting and he takes every measure possible to provide preventive maintenance at your house, from leaks, to a crack in the pool’s siding or unwanted pests. Home Services, etc. even goes the extra step in looking out for things that you may have never thought of! Some of the small disasters that Richard has encountered and handled: a frozen-up air handler, an empty spa that should have had water flowing, a pool pump leak – and that is just a few. Richard knows firsthand the challenges that being away from home presents and actually came up with the idea of home-sitting more than 25 years ago, when he was leaving his home unattended while away on business. “I was traveling a lot for my job back then and recognized a need for something like this. I thought someone should be watching my home and I was sure that other people were in need of the same service. I was able to identify with people away on business, winter residents, baseball players and people who are in nursing homes that own a home but have family out of state whom aren’t able to watch it.
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When a home security system alerted police, Home Services, Inc. was there to stand in for the homeowner. There was a market for home-sitting, this I knew, I just needed to find the right time to dedicate myself to my project.” His clients are happy that in 2009, the time was finally right!
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Home Services, etc. alerts homeowners to maintenance problems, such as the empty spa and leaking pool pump above, and will even meet the repairman. Dedicated to Providing Peace of Mind “I build real relationships with my clients,” says Richard. “My retention rate is 100% and many of the people I work with become friends. The important thing is that my clients have a real trust with me. I am very passionate about Home Services, etc. and my clients appreciate the peace of mind they receive when I take care of their place while they are away. I love our community here in the Tampa Bay area and I do my best to offer the best to my clients and local residents. I treat their homes the way I would want mine treated.” When you have a consultation
with Richard, he brings his book of references, referrals, presents his own background check and will provide you with examples of the wonderful services he performs. Jamie and Susan Swenson say, “As snowbirds, this provider visits our home. He checks out the inside for proper cooling (he had once found out that the AC failed and then came again to be at the home when the AC technician arrived), that there are no water issues, bug issues, and that everything appears in order. He also checks the exterior of the home picking up materials (newspapers, ads, etc.) that people have left at
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the front door making the house look unoccupied. He has actually made runs by the home, without our prompting, after severe storms to check for downed trees and branches. Upon his visits, he takes pictures, and attaches them to a
very thorough report. We have used him for several years, he is reliable, goes out of the way, is trusting, and very organized and thorough.” If you are going away and would like to make sure the home front is secure, call Richard Snyder at Home Services, etc. and he will set up a customized plan with you for your home. He goes above-and-beyond and will even pick you up from the airport if you need a ride and will stock your refrigerator with groceries. “Every client is different, just like every home is different,” says Richard. “I make sure to adhere to any specifications made by my clients and we are all happy the whole way around.” Home Services, etc. is licensed, bonded and insured. Call Richard Snyder at Home Services etc. at (727) 420-6600. Find a full list of services, customer testimonials, and a video message from Richard at www.homeservicesetc.net.
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GOT CAT? We Speak Meow at The Cat Hospital at Palm Harbor nearly the amount or type of care that they should from most veterinarians or owners. Why not?
By Robert Marrazzo, DVM Most cat owners deeply love their cats and are fascinated by them. Many of us have more pictures of our cats on our phone than we do of our human family. In fact, cats are the most popular pet in the United States. Unfortunately, in spite of this cats are often treated like ‘second class’ citizens by veterinarians. They do not receive
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Not All Veterinarians are Cat People It may surprise you to know that your cat’s veterinarian may not be comfortable around cats, nor especially knowledgeable about them or their special needs. Veterinary students are taught much more information about dogs than cats in veterinary school. After graduation, the majority of the continuing education available to veterinarians continues to be about dogs. Tellingly, a recent study conducted by Bayer found that only 17% of veterinarians preferred cats, and a majority found cats more difficult to work with and to diagnose than dogs. The study
also found that 20% of veterinarians had not examined their own cat within the last year. Is it any wonder then that cats make up only roughly 20 – 25% of the patients in a typical veterinary hospital? We Are Cat People That’s not the case at The Cat Hospital at Palm Harbor. Cats are #1 here, and they make up 100% of our patients. We understand their special medical and home care needs, and the needs and concerns of their people. We are also keenly aware that the relationship that you have with your cat or cats is very important to you. The Cat Hospital was established in 1996, for the following reasons: • To meet my selfish desire to surround myself with cats, cats, and more cats all day long. I love cats, and have put together a team that feels the same. • By focusing on cats, we are able
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to dedicate our studies and efforts to learn more about them, and improve our ability to care for them. • Our recognition that cats and their people were often not receiving the care they needed or deserved. • To provide a quiet place for cats and their people to come to without the additional stresses and loud noises that exist in other veterinary hospitals. The Cat Hospital is different because of our complete dedication and devotion to focusing our attention on cats. We listen to you and your cat, because we believe that the most impor-
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of you we offer our Cat Taxi for home visits, as well as transport your little rascal to and from our hospital. The Cat Hospital was designed specifically for cats and their people by making the environment as Quiet and roomy cat A cat who had been dying of liver soothing, quiet, “We care for your cat like condos with a view and respectful as failure is saved and goes home with you do”_Dr. Marrazzo possible. We his mom practice state-of-the-art care, using the tant service we can provide is to listen may be over-vaccinating your cat in latest and best techniques and equipcarefully to your concerns, and examspite of studies showing that practice to ment in our relaxing dog-free space. ine your cat thoroughly and expertly. be unnecessary and potentially harmful. When you have to go out of town Our appointments are longer so that We know that every cat is different, and our Cat Nap Inn has multi-story cat we can take the time to address your we treat your cat like an individual. If condos offering between 14-28 ft.2 of concerns and provide you with the your cat doesn’t need it, why give it, space with a view of the outdoors. best possible advice regarding medical and why waste your money? All of our cat-friendly team memand home care. We understand that your cat is bers own cats, and share my passion for Unlike many veterinarians, we do unique and deserves respectful hanthem and their care. Such is our comnot over-vaccinate cats, nor believe in dling, and our team believes that there mitment to learning the latest and vaccine packages like those given to cats are NO “bad cats,” only misundergreatest that our staff and doctors pur(and dogs) in parking lots, or like you stood ones. We know that a visit to the sue a far greater amount of continuing might find in coupons. You might be veterinarian can be stressful for you and education than that required, with alsurprised to learn that your veterinarian your cat, so as a convenience for both most all of it being about cats. Both myself and my associate Dr. Avok are long-term members of the American Association of Feline Practitioners. I was especially honored to have been selected to serve on the Executive Board of that international organization.
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We Really ARE Different We are one of four feline-only hospitals in the Southeast United States that have been accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association. We were the first, and one of only a handful of hospitals to have been recognized as a Cat Friendly Practice Gold Standard Hospital by the American Association of Feline Practitioners in Florida If you want the best possible care for your cat, and are interested in the services we provide, please check us out on Facebook, at www.WeSpeakMeow.com, call us or please feel free to stop by our practice at any time. We speak meow here.
Call us to pick up and drop off your cat at home The Cat Hospital and Cat Nap Inn are located at 2501 Alt. 19 N in Palm Harbor. Visit online at www.WeSpeakMeow.com for more information about the doctors and staff, plus a virtual hospital tour, or call 727-785-CATS(2287). The hospital encourages visitors at any time for a tour of its facility.
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Mulligans Irish Pub & The Crescent Oaks Exchange Open to the Public! By Julie Kanehl Did you know that there are two upscale, affordable and family-friendly restaurants located within the gated communities of Wentworth Golf Club and Crescent Oaks Golf Club? It’s true, and these restaurants are open to the public! Mulligans Irish Pub is located at 2990 Wentworth Way, just off of East Lake Road in Tarpon Springs within the gated Wentworth Golf Club community, and just a mile or so away, at the Crescent Oaks Golf Club clubhouse at 3300 Crescent Oaks Boulevard, you’ll find The Crescent Oaks Exchange which offers a traditional breakfast and American fare for lunch and for dinner on select evenings. Wentworth Country Club and Crescent Oaks Golf Club are sister clubs that operate under the Ace Golf company flag. Owned by husband and wife team, Bill Place and Sue Lee, both of these semi-private clubs offer affordable golf and social memberships, but are open to the public, and this of course, includes their restaurants. Bill says, “A lot of people don’t
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come to our restaurants because they think they can’t get past the gates!” He adds, “We often hear from people who say, ‘we didn’t know you were here! This is really nice!’” Mulligans Irish Pub Offers the Best of Both Worlds Mulligans Irish Pub is located at the clubhouse of the Wentworth Golf Club, and has successfully captured the old-world feel that any successful Irish pub worth its salt would strive for. The perfect place to come and watch the game (or more than one as they have 11 flat screen TVs), meet with friends, or to come for a bit of Irish whiskey, Mulligans Irish Pub is both Irish pub and a family friendly sports grill. Chef Jeff Northrop, who is Cordon Bleu trained, offers some of the most delicious Irish recipes in town, from shepherd’s pie to fish and chips, to more traditional American fare like burgers and sandwiches; there’s really something for everyone at Mulligans. Starting with breakfast sandwiches in the morning and moving to a full menu for lunch and dinner, Mulligans has delicious choices from starters to salads and gour-
met burgers. There’s even a “Little Leprechauns” menu that affordably offers kids their go-to favorites. Offering seating inside, on their 1,000sq.-ft. verandah or in a private dining room, Mulligans is a great place for families to come. Place says, “People love to come and sit on the patio, let their kids play outside and listen to the live music.” The Crescent Oaks Exchange Mulligans makes it at the Crescent Oaks Clubhouse easy to have a great time and a great meal, offerfor those fine drinks are waiting along ing daily specials and a daily happy hour with your American favorites. from 4–7 p.m. In fact, kids eat free on St. Patrick’s Day is upon us, and Mondays, and on Tuesday appetizers are Mulligans is going to be celebrating all half-price. On Wednesday, burgers are only $5 all day. Thursday –Sunday, you’ll weekend! Starting at noon on Saturday and Sunday, March 15–16, there will find drink specials and on Friday evenings you’ll enjoy live entertainment! be live music, Irish food, green beer The bar is the centerpiece of Mul- and drink specials all day ‘til late. Then, ligans Irish Pub, for what’s an Irish pub on Monday (St. Patrick’s Day), there will be a bounce house for the kids without Guinness on tap and Smithfrom 2–7 p.m., lots of family-oriented wick’s, Yuengling and Killian’s at the activities during the day, costume conready? No worries there, my laddies,
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Mulligans Irish Pub (above left) and The Crescent Oaks Exchange (right) offer delicious choices and fun times! tests and prizes. The Irish Buffet starts at 4 p.m. along with more live music until late. You won’t want to miss their St. Paddy’s Day weekend event! Introducing... The Crescent Oaks Exchange Located within the Crescent Oaks Golf Club community, the newly renovated Crescent Oaks Exchange is designed to be the perfect upscale destination for professionals to have breakfast and lunch meetings without all of the commotion that comes with other restaurants of its kind. Of course, it’s also the perfect place to grab a meal before teeing off at the greens or meeting your family on a busy day. Offering free wi-fi, an upscale environment, traditional favorites for breakfast and an
American fare menu for lunch and dinner, The Crescent Oaks Exchange is ideal if you love to go out, but are looking for a place where you won’t have to fight crowds or have to wait for a table. The view doesn’t hurt either, overlooking the golf course – it’s the perfect place to have a quiet meal. The new menu features fresh roasted coffee, salads and sandwiches, burgers and continental cuisine. Chef on staff, Derrick Roese creates beautiful yet affordable meals, and guests appreciate the high level of service and the upscale environment that The Crescent Oaks Exchange offers. Place says, “The Crescent Oaks Exchange is definitely the kind of place where people know your name.” Crescent Oaks members Karen and
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Evan Johns agree. Karen wrote to the staff, “I just wanted to let all of you know what a great time we had New Year’s Eve. The two-piece band was wonderful and I would love to see them return in the future. We couldn’t say enough about the food. The dishes were very creative and please send our compliment to Chef Derrick. It was nice to see a different menu.” Membership Has its Benefits Both Mulligans and The Crescent Oaks Exchange are open to the public, but members of either club (Wentworth Golf Club or Crescent Oaks Golf Club) are members at both, plus a third in Tampa called Pebble Creek Golf Club. So, whether you’re a social member or a golf member, membership has its privi-
leges. Members get 10% off of every purchase at the club restaurants, and frankly, if you eat there more than once a month with your family, your social membership pays for itself! Membership also gives you access to their member’s only events, concerts and more. So while you’re at Crescent Oaks Exchange for a nice breakfast or heading over to Mulligans with your buddies for a pint at the pub, keep that in mind! Mulligans Irish Pub, located at 2990 Wentworth Way in Tarpon Springs, is open Sun.–Thurs., 9 a.m.– 9 p.m., and 9 a.m–10 p.m. on Fri. & Sat. Mulligans’ St. Patrick’s Day Celebration will offer later evenings. Call Mulligans Irish Pub at (727) 942-4760. View menu online at wentworthgolfclub.org/mulligans. The Crescent Oaks Exchange, at 3300 Crescent Oaks Blvd., is open 7 days a week from 7:30 a.m.–7 p.m, and later until 9 p.m. on Tues., Thurs. and Fri. when they feature themed dinners, scheduled entertainment, and a regular dinner menu. Sunday Brunch is available 11 a.m.–2 p.m. A special $5-$6-$7 appetizer menu is offered every night through April and is a great way to see the club while enjoying Happy Hour. Call The Crescent Oaks Exchange at (727) 937-4653; more information at www.crescentoaksgolf.com.
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Trinity Medical Associates Adds A New Treatment Contributed By: Trinity Medical Associates Conveniently located on Little Road is the well-established, welcoming and award-winning Internal Medice office, Trinity Medical Associates. Jeffrey Vasta, MD and Julia Vasta, MS, ARNP are the owners, and Dr. Vasta is the Medical Director of Trinity Medical Associates, providing comprehensive medical care for adult patients, primary care, wellness, immunizations, weight loss, and now the recent addition of the Venus Freeze Spa Trinity. Jefferey S. Vasta, MD is Board Certified in Internal Medicine. He graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1995 and completed his residency at the University of South Florida in 1998. Julia Vasta, MS, ARNP obtained her Masters degree from Georgetown University in 1995, and her Bachelors of Nursing in 1991 from Michigan State University. Trinity Medical Associates opened its doors in May of 2003. Trinity Medical Associates has an outstanding staff that is friendly, knowledgeable and efficient. They are always willing to answer your questions and help any way they can. Staff members are trained and certified to provide advanced services such as the Venus Freeze. Joan Candales, CMA, is the lead certified Venus Freeze® technician and is available for consults, which she provides in conjunction with Alicia Hagenau, ARNP, Julia Vasta, ARNP, Pam Maxie, PA-C and Dr. Jefferey Vasta, MD. Joan is quick to point out that the Venus Freeze® does not freeze anything except time; it’s actually a very warm treatment, heating the skin and lower layers to improve Collagen formation. Alicia states, “The improved elasticity in the skin through the neovascularization has some incredible therapeutic benefits which could reach beyond cosmetic therapies.”
Venus Concept Freeze® – Revolutionary Technology The demand for non-invasive aesthetic treatments has increased dramatically in the past few years. Today, we demand effective treatments that deliver excellent clinical results and that are comfortable and safe. Venus Concept Freeze® is a revolutionary technology that offers noninvasive skin tightening, cellulite reduction and circumferential fat reduction. Freeze® treatments have
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grown quickly in popularity and have been featured in television shows such as The Doctors and Rachael Ray. Venus Concept Freeze® harnesses the remarkable power of multi polar radio frequency (RF) combined with pulsed magnetic fields to create what is known Jefferey S. Vasta, MD as MP². This unique (right) Dr. Vasta and Julia combination has the Vasta, ARNP with the staff ability to penetrate deeply, quickly com- at Trinity Medical Associates fortably and safely into the skin achieving optimum reprocess of Venus Freeze®. As I lay sults. Patients can just relax during the comfortably in the spa chair, Joni first treatment feeling only a warm comfortapplied a treatment gel to my skin able sensation. called glide, which allowed the Venus The procedure is pain-free and Freeze® applicator to run over my skin does not require any cooling agents or smoothly. Joni explained to me that the numbing cream. It's also faster than heat difference in the Venus Freeze other comparable treatments. Treattechnology varies depending on the ments can be done over lunchtime and body part being worked on. The skin can be faster than waiting in the grobegins healing itself when it reaches a cery store line up after work! temperature of 39 degrees Celsius. Joni Freeze is FDA cleared for facial wrinkles and rhytides and Health Canada cleared for temporary reduction of cellulite and skin tightening. The Venus Freeze® is currently used in over 40 countries and has been widely accepted as the new standard of pain free treatments that consistently deliver results making Freeze® the product of choice for hundreds of Physicians worldwide. Pulsed Electro Magnetic Field Therapy has been used for many years as a treatment in the USA. In 1979 the FDA approved PEMF for non-union and delayed union fractures, 10 years later, they were approved for treatment of pain and edema in superficial soft tissues. Dr. Vasta explains how this technology can reduce cellulite, “The radio frequency energy improves the formation of collagen and elastin under the skin by a heating effect, and relases enzymes that breakdown fat, this also improves the blood flow and allows new collagen formation thereby tightening the skin and eliminating the pockets of fat often seen in cellulite.” Neighborhood News & Lifestyles correspondent Katie Thomas tried a Venus Freeze® treatment with Julia, ARNP and Joan at Trinity Medical Associates. She says, “I was a little nervous at first, but the pair completely eased my mind by educating me on the
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set the Venus Freeze applicator to 41 degrees for me and when she began the treatment, I felt no pain at all. The applicator is soft and gentle and the warmth made by the MP3 technology feels relaxing. I felt very tranquil during the treatment and afterwards, my skin was immediately shining brighter and felt tighter. I didn’t experience any dryness and my skin was smooth and soft.” Oftentimes, people who lose ex-
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and rosacea. Julia explains that most people receive the treatment for 20 to 40 minutes once a week for a six to ten week period. After that, patients can opt to receive a Venus Freeze® treatment once every Joan Candales demonstrates the simple design of the Venus three Freeze® which is pain-free and used for treating cellulite, months for skin-tightening and wrinkle reduction maintenance. This incess weight end up with loose skin that novative medical practice seems to stay needs tightening. The Venus Freeze® in tune with patient wants and needs as system offers these people a way to get skin tightening results without surgery. well as provide advanced technologies to help patients to take control of their The system is a great alternative to medical care allowing the patient to more intense strategies and can even take control of their journey to wellhelp reduce wrinkles. The company also is waiting for FDA approval for use ness. PEMF and Radio Frequency with Venus Freeze® is just one new way to of Venus Freeze® for stretch marks, as complement your treatment options. studies show improvement in stretch Treatments with Venus Freeze® marks, and are researching it for acne
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are available to patients as well as nonpatients by appointment Monday through Friday, and Saturday by request and availability. Trinity Medical Associates is located at 2043 Little Road in Trinity. Office hours are 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Monday – Friday. Please call (727) 375- 2222 or visit www.trinitymedicalassociates.com for more information and a full list of services. More information on Venus Freeze® can be found at www.trinitymedicalassociates.com/venusfreezespa/
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LOKEY Infiniti Grand Re-Opening Event Filled With Highlights! By Kim Thomas Attendees celebrated in splendid style at the Grand Re-Opening of LOKEY Infiniti, held Thursday, February 20th at the LOKEY Infiniti Building at 19740 US Highway 19 N in Clearwater. The event was held in celebration of LOKEY Infiniti’s extensive, seven-month-long remodeling project that was recently completed. The celebration ensued in earnest as Rich Bekesh from Spring Engineering and Sharon Boraski, Vice President of Lokey Motor Company, cut the ribbon with Debbie Thomas at the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony by the Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce. Guests attending the LOKEY Infiniti Grand Re-Opening Event enjoyed delicious fare provided by Island Way Grill including cocktails, grouper bites, pulled chicken tostados, shrimp cocktail, and hogfish & beef sliders. Cigar aficionados and those who wanted to try a cigar for the first time were treated well at the premier event. World famous Tampa Sweethearts Cigar Company was a hit, featuring Arturo Fuente, Jr. and his nephew Josh Fabelo; both were at the Event auto-
graphing and handing out complimentary cigars. Tampa’s ManCave Cigar Lounge and Barbershop owner Darren Alvarez and fiancé Catrinna were there and many in the crowd were able to witness their amazing skills at handrolling cigars. CC’s Cupcakes was on-site to make sure LOKEY Infiniti’s Grand Re-Opening was as sweet as it was fun. Owner Carol Sarhaddi made an assortment of her delicious designer cupcakes. Can you imagine anything better than an assortment of heavenly cupcakes including blueberry-lemon, carrot, almond, salted caramel, chocolate-peanut butter and red velvet; each topped with a variety of flavors of Carol’s butter cream and cream cheese frosting, sprinkled with silver sparkled sugar crystals and adorned with a white chocolate Infiniti symbol – pure decadence! The mood was happy thanks in part to DJ Jeff Tarquinto from Grant Hemond & Associates. He kept the party moving with a variety of upbeat and fun dance hits from all eras. DJ Jeff Tarquinto has a sparkling personality and involves the crowd, which is why he has been the DJ for many LOKEY events.
Speaking of great tunes, guests grooved to Mix 100.7 FM Radio. Jeff Liss made it happen! He brought out the Mix 100.7 Party Van to entertain guests as they arrived and walked around the many beautiful display vehicles out in front of LOKEY Infiniti. Jessica kept the party going on the outside welcoming guests as they were having their vehicles valet parked. Most
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remodeling of the LOKEY Infiniti Building. They made certain that the specific design elements and the completion of the remodeled LOKEY Infiniti Building were achieved with the highest level of quality construction. It is only fitRich Bekesh of Spring Engineering & Sharon Boraski, VP of ting that the fine vehicles offered at Lokey Motor Company, at the Ribbon Cutting LOKEY Infiniti are housed in a results of the remodeling project. brilliantly designed building. LOKEY Architect Rich Bekesh and Project Infiniti invites you to stop by and be Manager Derek Ray, both from Spring Engineering, were essential in the design their guest! of the newly remodeled Infiniti buildLOKEY Infiniti is located at ing. Rich Bekesh’s design is an excep19740 US Highway 19 N, in tional display of his unique ability to Clearwater (just south of Gulf-to-Bay encompass spectacular beauty, effortless /Hwy 60 on the US 19 Service Road flow, distinguished style and ultra-modpast Sam’s Club). LOKEY Infiniti is ern functionality for LOKEY Infiniti open Mon.–Fri., 8:30 a.m.–7:00 customers. p.m. and 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. on The Bandes Construction Team – consisting of Owner Robert Bandes, Su- Sat. For more information, check LOKEY Infiniti out online: perintendent Brian Grabel, Project www.lokey-infiniti.com or call: Manager Mike Hovey, and their construction crew – played a vital role in the 727-530-1661.
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BOOT CAMP ROCKS! By Kim Thomas Ladies, it is the season to shape up for sundresses and tank tops and it has never been more enjoyable to tone your muscles than at North Pinellas Adventure Boot Camp for Women. Treat yourself right and do something that is healthy, productive and FUN! Just ask the women at North Pinellas Adventure Boot Camp and they will tell you, John Kent’s invigorating boot camp for women is a fat-blasting, strength-gaining, heart-pounding workout that is created to help us girls keep our curves strong and flexible. John promises that if you dedicate
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just one hour a day for 20 days to getting in shape with workouts at North Pinellas Adventure Boot Camp, you will experience: 5–12 pounds of weight loss, greatly improved posture, better relaxation, 3–5% reduction in body fat, 1–3 inch decrease in the midsection, 25% improvement in endurance, 25% increase in strength, 100% gain in self-confidence and an abundance of energy! And, he promises it is “all wrapped in fun!” Rather than “drill sergeant” John is more “coach” and uses his bullhorn to shout out encouragement, “Push yourselves a little further than you’re acclimated to. That’s how change hap-
Patti joined Adventure Boot Camp two years ago and wasn’t even thinking of weight loss at the time. She said, “It was all about core strength and wellness for me, but by my 4th camp, it had already done a world of good for John Kent, owner and trainer at North Pinellas my blood pressure. And, I’m inching Adventure Boot Camp for Women up to a 15-pound weight loss!” pens!” Lynn, who has been going for six The women I spoke with joined years, says, “Be careful! It’s addictive!” Adventure Boot Camp for a number Claudia McCabe was at the playof reasons; some wanted to feel ground at John Chesnut Park in East stronger, some were looking for a fun Lake with her grandsons when she saw and social way to exercise for general John’s van and the group working good health, and some wanted to lose out. “I said, hey what is that? That weight. North Pinellas Adventure looks like FUN! I looked it up online Boot Camp for Women has campers and registered, and it is fun! I joined who have lost more than 50 and 60 to re-strengthen. My little grandsons pounds, just by following John Kent’s are so heavy and if you don’t use it, simple lifestyle and food choice advice, you lose it!” along with participating in the upbeat Suzanne spent some time after interval training he leads. Fat loss just class with a few other campers who happens for these women, even when stayed behind so John could show it wasn’t a goal. them some spinal decompression
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stretches. She said, “He has been awesome at making sure I am okay and working at a level that I can be comfortable at. I chose this camp because John makes it accessible to women at any level. It is a very non-threatening environment. After joining, I thought, ‘I’m really going to like it here.” That isn’t to say John isn’t tough, though. He definitely challenges the group to work hard, and while offering easier modifications for those who need it, he offers harder modifications for those at advanced fitness levels. Meet John Kent – Personal Trainer, Coach, Friend “I want to say to women, ‘Hey
come on, remember your health. You are important too!’ A lot of times women completely neglect themselves, putting their needs at the end of the list after work, kids, family, then before you realize it, health issues pop up. I interface with them from the beginning and help coach them out of that danger zone and it really is a danger zone,” explained John. “Sometimes, women need something that comes in and changes that certain pattern they are in. Coming outside and being close to nature with other women and being effectively coached interrupts that pattern and the small, doable changes I introduce create dramatic results.”
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John feels that it is very beneficial to work out in a group setting and with partners. The boot camp contains exercises that require campers to partner up and switch up partners. “It breaks down walls and allows us all to have a deeper connection,” said John. “Campers realize they made it through the challenge as a team and it feels really good to be part of that.” John really cares about his campers and has chosen to keep his company small because he loves being a part of the transformations going on in each lady’s life. “I love the interaction between me and my campers. I love our conversations. Through the years, our
group has experienced traumas; the loss of a loved one, divorce…it’s nice to have people around you who can support you through those times and we are that kind of group.” Yep, no matter what life throws at you, at North Pinellas Adventure Boot Camp for Women, the music is upbeat, the camaradarie is real, and the vigorous workout helps you get back to the business of living happily, strongly and productively! John is so sure you’ll enjoy the program that he offers a money-back guarantee. Plus, he also offers a 50% discount for first-time campers, so sign up today for the next available camp. The North Pinellas Adventure Boot Camp for Women meets in East Lake and accommodates women from Pinellas, Pasco and Hillsborough Counties. The 5:30 a.m. camp meets at Brooker Creek Elementary (3130 Forelock Rd. off of East Lake Rd.), and the 9 a.m. camp meets at John Chesnut Park (2200 East Lake Road in Palm Harbor). For more information on becoming a camper, visit www.bootcamprocks.com, email John@bootcamprocks.com, or call (727) 420-8139.
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3/3/3 plus office/den - 2514 htd sq ft Shows like a model formal lv & dr rooms, kitchen overlooks family room, master w/sitting area, two guest bedrooms w/their own bathrooms, extended paved lanai w/view of the pond. $359,000 7 BEDROOM, 5 ½ BATH. 7,182 sq ft New Port Richey pool home on acre+ lot, priced to sell at $675,000. Endless possibilities including an in-law suite. This one will not last!
3/2/oversized 2 plus htd enclosed lanai 2307 htd sq.ft. Wow! Fabulous home w/formal lv & DR, Kitchen w/white cabinets w/raised panel doors, pullout shelves, corian counters overlooks the family room w/plantation shutters. Master bd w/two walk in closets, master bath w/Jacuzzi tub, walk in shower. Heated enclosed lanai w/a tranquil view of the large pond practically from every window! This home offers much more including newer roof, a/c system, extra insulation & water softener. ITS A MUST SEE $315,000
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“Educare” Continued from page 1 special needs. Currently working on his PhD in Behavior Analysis, Pisko says that everyone that works at Educare Preschool values education for themselves as well as their students. Pisko says, “We owners are always onsite and we have very stringent standards for who we have on staff. All of our staff meet state certification standards and are encouraged to earn their CDA, which is the highest level of education for preschool teachers. Each of our teachers are background screened and are CPR and First Aid Certified.” He adds, “We are Gold Seal Certified and Nationally Accredited through Apple, and we are part of the Early Readiness Child program.” Safe, convenient and dedicated to providing a progressive, curriculum focused experience for each child, the colorful classrooms at Educare Preschool create a fun and playful place for children to play, make friends and learn along the way. Offering quality care for children from infants to VPK, Educare Preschool has it all covered, even lunch! Every child at their school receives hot, nutritious meals
including breakfast, lunch, and a snack during the day. In fact, they have a full time chef on staff, located at the Countryside facility, who cooks all of the meals for the children every day. Chef Cindy uses USDA approved foods and the food pyramid as a guide to provide excellent meals for the children at Educare Preschool’s three locations. Pisko adds, “We do cater to students with special needs, from allergies to special diets, we take all of these things into consideration.” The Educare Preschool in Palm Harbor The Educare Preschool in Palm Harbor is located at 31938 U.S. 19 just south of Tampa Road behind Outback Steakhouse. Newly remodeled, this location is now offering infant care for children 8 weeks and up, as well as care for toddlers age 2-4 and VPK for children 4 and up. Their beautiful new infant room is peaceful and sweet, while each of their other rooms offer age-appropriate toys, games and hands-on activities. The Director on staff at the Palm Harbor location, Diana Bade, has 17 years of experience and is very dedicated to creating a positive learning
environment for her students. Kim Pogonowski-Gill said, “My daughter started at Educare when she was oneyear-old. The staff made for a very easy transition. They go above and beyond to provide what your child needs. Owners Andy and Daisy are approachable and always accommodating to any arising A safe place to play at Educare Preschool situation. They have a lunch and snack program that is so helpful (time-saving) 3200 McMullen Booth Road, across the street from Mease Countryside as a working mother. Their prices are Hospital, is a popular choice for busy very competitive, the staff has a much lower turnover compared to other day- families in the Countryside area. Currently teaching 100 students, the Dicares we have been at, and overall a rector on Staff at Educare Preschool in great experience. My daughter can say Countryside is “Miss Marcy” Wagner. more colors in Spanish than I can This is also the home of the 3,000-sq.thanks to Educare.” ft. kitchen where Miss Cindy makes all of the healthy meals for the children at The Educare Preschool in Educare Preschool’s three locations. Countryside Danielle Brant said, “This is a The Countryside location, found great daycare! My son and I love it! inside The Holy Trinity Church at
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The directors and teachers are so wonderful and you can tell they care about your child. My child has improved so much under their care too…I can’t say enough good things about this daycare! I definitely recommend Countryside Educare to everyone!” Educare Preschool Opens a Brand New Facility in Pasco County Educare Preschool has just opened its 12,000-sq.-ft. “mega-center” at 3545 Universal Plaza in New Port Richey, just off of U.S. Highway 19 near Moog Road. This amazing facility has been completely renovated and offers an indoor and outdoor playground. Dawn Winstrup, the Director of the New Port Richey location, is also a partner in this exciting new location. As former director of the Countryside location, Miss Dawn has a lot of experience and is very excited to meet the new students that will be coming to the New Port Richey location. Daycare for Every Family Currently offering a free registration special, which is a $75 value, the owners of Educare Preschool appreciate that it can be expensive to find a
good school for your young children. That was the main reason that they created Educare Preschool. Pisko says, “We don’t like to turn anyone away because of a financial issue. Providing affordable daycare can often mean the difference between a parent being able to go back to work.” He continues, “We are focused on the children’s needs first, we place a high value on parent input, and we always try to find a solution to any issue that arises.” Educare Preschool has three convenient locations, all of which are open Mon.–Fri., 7 a.m –6 p.m. For more information visit online at www.educarepreschool.net or contact the individual locations directly for a tour. The Palm Harbor location is at 31938 U.S. Highway 19, and can be reached at (727) 786-4959. The Countryside location is 3200 McMullen Booth Road in Clearwater, and can be reached at (727) 797-8824. The New Port Richey location is 3545 Universal Plaza, and the number is (727) 849-4200. You also can “Like” Educare Preschool on Facebook.
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“Cleaning Angels” Continued from page 1 she’d found her true purpose, Donna devoted herself to growing her client base. She saw that by providing a stellar cleaning service, she was instrumental in helping people to enjoy their homes again. At one of her first cleaning jobs, she bonded with an elderly lady under Hospice care and she was the inspiration behind the name of the company. Donna is still emotional as she recalls bonding with her client and giving her a crystal angel. Just before passing, the lady referred to Donna as her cleaning angel. Years later, after falling and breaking her ankle, Donna hired her first employee. Now, bigger and better than ever, with 22 employees and 23 years later, Donna has built the number one cleaning service in Tampa Bay, which offers exceptional service and a superior outcome. The fully licensed, bonded and insured company provides you with a team of “cleaning angels” who are background checked, drugfree and covered by worker’s compensation. They also adhere to all OSHA rules. This is important for Donna’s employees’ protection, as well as her
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clients’ protection. “I have one customer who [previous to hiring Donna’s Cleaning Angels] had hired an individual who did not carry workman’s compensation,” explains Donna. “This person was not wearing non-slip shoes and ended up falling while cleaning the shower and hitting her head sustaining a serious injury. She sued the homeowner and won. My clients don’t have to worry about that because I carry the liability.” Donna’s Cleaning Angels work as a team, and they are always presentable and friendly, with matching uniforms and non-slip shoes. They bring everything they need to provide you with an exceptional cleaning. Donna explains, “My teams come in with a large canvas kit with all of their cleaning supplies, all of which are of the highest quality and kept in separate plastic bags. The cleaning teams are trained on what products to use. We never use bag-less vacuums because they are unsanitary. Our vacuums are commercial grade, and include a stair vacuum, an upright vacuum and a canister vacuum. The bags are changed often and they are checked and wiped down before every clean.” Donna continues, “I offer a very unique and personable cleaning serv-
ice. My teams spend twice the time as other services for less money. There is a lot more to providing a good cleaning service than just the cleaning. It’s the care and professionalisms that comes from all of us, from management, to the scheduling, down to the teams who reDonna’s Cleaning Angels will make your home shine ally care about doing and free up your time for better things than cleaning! a great job.” The cleaning homes of folks from as far away as teams check off a list, covering everyAlaska and even Canada! Of course, it thing from baseboards to the ceiling is the locals who first embraced Donna fans to the stainless steel hood over the and her Cleaning Angels. Steve Fiske, stove. A team leader is on every job. President of the North Pinellas Re“The girls are happy when they work gional Chamber of Commerce and together,” says Donna. “It’s safer for Honorary Mayor of Palm Harbor, says them and they have good energy together.” Plus, the teammates hold each that he loves coming home knowing that Donna’s Cleaning Angels have other accountable and checks behind made his home into his own little slice each other to make sure nothing is missed. Comment cards, meetings with of heaven, and recommends Donna’s Cleaning Angels to everyone as a dethe staff, and client calls to make sure the job was done correctly also help en- tailed cleaning service. “This is not a cleaning service that sure customers are not only happy with is done at four o’clock,” says Donna. the first cleaning, but every cleaning “My office manager Brandy – who by with Donna’s Cleaning Angels. the way is outstanding - and I are here The angels clean the Florida
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from seven a.m. until eight or nine at night. I have been doing this for 23 years and I have plenty of references to provide people with, not only from customers but from many businesses in the area who know of me because I support other local businesses and restaurants.” At the end of the day when it’s time to unwind, relax and enjoy a great meal, Donna and her partner Steve frequently dine at local restaurants, including Central Park Restaurant in New Port Richey, where they love to sit and chat with the owner Chris Michael. “We’ve found that we have some of the same customers,” says Donna. “And we agree that we are fortunate to advertise in Neighborhood News & Lifestyles and we absolutely love the staff there.” Donna has had many articles in Neighborhood News & Lifestyles and says there are many times when people find out the name of her business and say, “Oh I hear good things about your service.” She says, “I have one new client who told me she’d been reading my stories for five years now. She said, ‘I knew that one day when I needed to hire a cleaning service, it would be you.’ Then she gave me a big hug and said that she felt like she’s known me
for a long time.” Another client called Donna after she heard two ladies at a doctor’s office in Palm Harbor talking about what a great job Donna’s Cleaning Angels do. People like knowing Donna’s background and the work ethic she learned from her hard-working Italian and French Canadian family in the small town of Gorham, in the white mountains of New Hampshire where her family has owned an Italian restaurant for over 67 years. Donna explains, “The dedication and success in my cleaning business is due to the closeness of my wonderful family. I am proud and honored to say that I am following in the footsteps of my parents and grandparents. We know how to cook, clean and we give 100 percent to the business.” Reflecting, Donna says, “At the end of the day I thank God for my blessings – the great people who work for me, a great business, my health, my home, my loved ones and my family. God bless you all.” If you are ready for a heavenly clean, please call Donna’s Cleaning Angels at 813-475-5958 or at 727-942-8289; servicing Pasco, Hillsborough & Pinellas Counties. Gift certificates are available.
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