Vol. 7, Issue 6, June 2016
Your neighborhood. Your magazine. The Premier “Shop Local” Community Magazine Directly Mailed To 20,000 Homes In Odessa, Lutz & Land O’ Lakes Areas This Independent Community News, Business & Dining Guide Is Directly Mailed Once Each Month To: Ashley Lakes, Ballantrae, Belle Meade, Calusa Trace, Canterbury, Cheval, Citrus Greens, Concord Station, Devonwood, Dolce Vita on Lake Keystone, Echo Lake, Farmington Village, Fern Glenn, Grey Hawk at Lake Polo, Heritage Harbor, Ivy Lake Estates, Keystone Groves, Keystone Manors, Keystone Reserve, Keystone Shores, Lake Charles, Lake Church, Lake Parker Estates, Lakeside Grove Estates, Northlake Village, Northbridge at Lake Pretty, Northton Groves, Oakstead, Orange Blossom Creek, Reflections, Steeple Chase, Stillwater, Stonegate, Suncoast Crossings, Suncoast Meadows, Swan Cove, Van Dyke Estates, Van Dyke Farms, Villa Rosa, Wyndham Lakes
Navigate Your Way to Happiness with Help from Dr. Paula Nelson
Couples Counseling Dr. Paula’s counseling philosophy for couples is based on the research and work of Drs. John and Julie Gottman and their book The Seven Principals for Making a Marriage Work. “The Gottmans have spent 40 years researching what make relationships work. They have developed principles that help couples have a sound relationship. When couples come to me for therapy, I tell them that in order to repair and rebuild their rela-
tionship, they have to become friends again. Because all of the Gottmans’ exercises and principles are based on research, they offer concrete support and help for couples who want to build stronger, happier, healthier relationships.” Couples who come to Dr. Paula answer an extensive questionnaire. The report from the questionnaire helps Dr. Paula determine the areas where the couples need to focus. “It give us concrete, statistical results for where we need to focus our work,” says Dr. Paula. She goes on to explain that this type of research driven counseling is beneficial in the long-run to patients not only because it shows See “Dr. Paula Nelson” on page 22.
It’s A Short Summer Break This Year: Schedule Your Child’s Wellness Visit Now With Pediatric Health Care Alliance Suncoast Office
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By Marcy Sanford The break from school is shorter than usual this summer and Pediatric Health Care Alliance is encouraging you to schedule your child’s summer wellness visit now while appointment schedules have more availability. “We are asking parents to call now and schedule their child’s visit in June or early July this year. The weeks just before school starts will be extremely busy in our offices, especially with the school calendar change, so scheduling your appointment earlier offers more flexibility to fit in your family’s schedule,” says Marketing Director Laurel Moffat. Pediatric Health Care Alliance has multiple locations throughout Hillsborough, Pasco, and Pinellas Counties. Their Suncoast office is conveniently located on Crossings Boulevard at Suncoast Crossing, easily accessible from State Road 54 near Suncoast Parkway.
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For more than 20 years, Dr. Paula Nelson has been helping couples and individuals have healthier, happier relationships and lives. “I love helping my clients to put the puzzle pieces together so that we can see the whole picture and create the life that they desire having.” Dr. Paula decided the time was right to open her own office in the area after many of her online counseling patients asked her to do so. Dr. Paula is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Master Certified Addiction Professional, and a Certified E-therapist. She specializes in couples, marriage, and individual counseling. Located in the Oakstead Professional
Center on State Road 54 in Land O’ Lakes, Dr. Paula’s office is a place where you can work to have better relationships, worry less, and increase your self-esteem.
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Summertime Fun at Weedon Island Preserve This June, Weedon Island Preserve invites visitors to explore aspects of nature by offering events and programs that include hiking, canoes and feathered friends. Most events are free, unless noted otherwise, and registration is required. Thurs., June 16, 9–11 AM––The “Weedon Walkabout” hike (best for ages 6 and older) takes participants through coastal mangroves and upland ecosystems to learn about the coastal environment and the early residents of Weedon Island Preserve. A hat, closedtoe shoes and water are also recommended. Saturdays, 9–11 AM––Weedon Island Preserve visitors can learn about the early residents of the preserve during a guided hike (best for ages 6 and older) through the coastal uplands and boardwalks of the mangrove forests. Thurs., June 23, 10:30–11:15 AM– –The preserve’s smallest visitors, ages 3 to 5, can hear a variety of stories and participate in hands-on activities that connect them to the environment during “Wee-Time at Weedon.” Fri., June 17, 10–11 AM––“Discover Composting” will be presented
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by a Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Extension Agent and will teach participants about composting methods. Sat., June 18, 9–Noon––Residents are invited to join UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas County Florida Sea Grant Agent, Libby Carnahan, for “Paddle the Preserve.” Participants will paddle through mangrove tunnels and out in the bay to seagrass flats and discuss the ecological benefits of seagrass. This event is $20 for adults and $10 for youth ages 10 and over. Sat., June 18, 10–11 AM––Robert Austin, Ph.D. and Phyllis Kolianos, M.A., will discuss the trials and tribulations of the preservation of the Weedon Island saltwater dugout canoe and the knowledge that has been gained from the preservation effort. Sat., June 25, 9–11 AM––The UF/IFAS Extension program “Life of Lichen” will explore unusual organisms during a classroom/outdoor activity. Participants will study the natural history of lichen and take a stroll to view them around the Education Center. Best for ages 12 and older. Weedon Island Preserve protects more than 3,700 acres of natural
ecosystems and is located at 1800 Weedon Drive NE in St. Petersburg. The preserve is operated under the Pinellas County Parks and Conservation Resources Department and is open to the public seven days a week, including holidays, from 7 a.m. until 15 minutes before sunset. Its many outdoor activities include walking trails, a fishing pier, and a canoe/kayak launch. UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas County offers classes, programs and activities at the Cultural and Natural History Center, which features the permanent exhibit Connecting People and Place, an art-inspired, hands-on educational exhibit, which reveals the area’s history, ecology and people. Other exhibits include: Uncovering Past Cultures, Understanding Culture Through its Pottery, A Gallery of Memories, Mischief and Movies, Discovery of Hidden Worlds, What a Watershed Is and a virtual tour of the Smithsonian Institution’s collection of Weedon Island artifacts. The center is open Thurs. to Sat., 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; closed all Pinellas County holidays. Register for events and programs at www.weedonislandpreserve.org.
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Odessa, Lutz, Land O’ Lakes Area
Community Calendar & News Briefs EFFECTIVELY MARKETING YOUR HOME FOR ALL IT’S WORTH Amani Warden, Real Estate Advisor with RE/MAX Capital Realty in Lutz has 19 years of Real Estate experience. She’s a full time Realtor with a support team including three other licensed Realtors servicing Land O’ Lakes, Lutz, Odessa and neighboring areas. For Amani, the successful marketing of a home is a multi-faceted process that encompasses home preparation, pricing, presentation/staging, negotiation, and strategic advertising and networking. Amani shares “When I list a home, I work with a professional stager and a professional photographer to capture all the positive attributes of the home. Also highlighting the neighborhood and its amenities.” All these activities are undertaken with one aim: To maximize your home’s market exposure, and with it the number of showings and offers
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you get so that you ultimately sell for top market value. Amani has the knowledge, expertise and resources to implement a plan that will effectively coordinate all of these activities so you do just that. In order to maximize the impact of these preparation and pricing strategies, your home needs to be effectively exposed to the marketplace through a variety of advertising media. Amani utilizes the internet including virtual tours and interactive maps on RE/MAX.com, Zillow.com, Trulia.com, REALTOR.com, social media, and direct contact with other REALTORS® which is the main sources of home information for buyers. Other sources used by Amani are yard signs, open houses, newspaper and real estate magazine ads, and television. An interesting phenomenon is the yard sign’s role. Buyers who call on a yard sign already have convinced themselves that they like the neighborhood, street – even your front yard.
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For more information, visit www.TampaBayMove.com and if you’re interested in knowing what your home is worth, call Amani Warden at 813-731-7673. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Fri. & Sat. Nights, June 17–18––Does your child love animals and want to learn about Jesus in a fun, safe and family friendly environment? Check out Vacation Bible at Keystone Community Church, located at 21010 State Rd 54 in Lutz. Contact Kamrin at kctaylor03@gmail.com or call 727869-2974. Sign up online at www. keystonecommunitychurch.org. 2016 “Little Warrior” Basketball Camp at Steinbrenner High School Week 1: June 13–16, 9 AM–3 PM Week 2: June 20–23, 9 AM–3 PM Week 3: Jun3 27–30, 9 AM–3 PM This camp is for boys and girls entering 1st through 8th grade. Campers will receive instruction in the fundamentals of dribbling, passing, shooting and defending the basketball. Emphasis will also be placed on how to utilize their skills in game situations. Campers will be grouped by age and ability to offer the best possible
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instruction. They will also compete in a variety of basketball related competitions: free throw shooting, Hot Shot, Moneyball and other skill related games. Awards will be given to winners in each age group and gender throughout the week. All campers should bring a ‘bag lunch’ to camp – there will be an airconditioned area for them to store their lunches. A small concession stand will be open during the day with items for sale at a nominal cost. For more information contact: Coach JR Allen of Steinbrenner High School at (813) 792-5131 or email warriorbasketballcamp@gmail.com with any questions and to get forms. Upon receipt of the registration form and payment, you will receive by email the Emergency Contact/Medical Forms, and Consent Forms that will need to be mailed, faxed, or brought to first day of camp. There are no exceptions in regards to paperwork. You may email warriorbasketballcamp@gmail.com with any questions. Campers will receive a Camp Tshirt and a basketball on the last day! All ‘first day of camp’ registrations are $135.
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Between Jobs Support Group at St. Paul Catholic Church Thursdays, 8:30 – 11 AM––If you are unemployed, underemployed, or trying to get back into the workforce, join the “Tweeners” group, a faithbased, Spirit-led, and prayer supported group formed to provide support and assistance to help you get your “next” job. No reservations are necessary and there is no charge for the weekly meetings at St. Paul’s Church Family Center, located at 12708 N. Dale Mabry Hwy in Tampa, where participants will find help with resume writing, interviewing skills, job networking skills and more. Please visit the Tweeners information page at: www.tweeners.typepad.com, contact Jim Kissane at 813-264-3316 or email tweeners@stpaulchurch.com. “Home Health Care: What is it? What to expect?” Tues., Jun. 21, 11:30 AM––Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point (RMCBP) continues its popular “Tuesday Tutorials” on June 21, 2016, with “Home Health Care: What is it? What to expect?” The seminar will be held at the Rao Musunuru, MD Conference Center at
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14100 Yosemite Drive, Hudson, Florida. The program will be presented by Jeanie Bellamy, RN, Director of Case Management at RMCBP Registration/lunch begins at 11:30 and the tutorial will begin at noon. Jeanie Bellamy has been a registered nurse since 1985. She holds a Bachelor’s degree from Western Governors University. She holds certifications in Case Management, Quality, and is a Licensed Health Care Risk Manager in Florida. She has practiced case management since becoming a registered nurse. Ms. Bellamy has worked for HCA for 23 years, beginning her career at South Bay Hospital in Sun City Center. Seating is limited and reservations are required. For more information and reservations call 727-869-5498 or toll free 888-741-5119. 2nd Career – What Will You Do? Fri., June 24, 9 AM – 12:30 PM––Congratulations, you are retired. You’ve had a chance to visit the grandkids, and have caught up with your chores: Now what? Are you thinking about starting your own business? Pasco Hernando SCORE is here to
help you answer questions. This program is designed for people just like you who are considering a second career. SCORE and the Small Business Administration (SBA) have joined forces to give you the information, resources and tools you need to start your second career. Pasco Hernando SCORE is presenting this free seminar at Rasmussen College in New Port Richey. Register to attend this free event on the SCORE website: pascohernando.score.org and keep in mind that space is limited, so register today. The FREE seminars that will be presented: “Your Personal Skills Assessment” and “Understanding the Choices for Your Next Chapter.” The SBA will review the various financing support available and explain your fundability score. SCORE is a non-profit association dedicated to entrepreneur education and the success of small businesses. Pasco Hernando SCORE offers FREE individual mentoring services and will be available during this event to discuss your small business idea. Visit our website: pascohernando.score.org and click on the “mentoring” tab, review our free sem-
inar schedule, or download our many useful tools. Together we can make your business idea a reality! Morton Plant Mease Support Groups Calendar WELLNESS/OTHER CPAP / BI PAP Clinic – Monday, July 11, 18 and 25, 1-3 PM, Morton Plant North Bay Hospital, Medical Arts Building, Sleep Disorders Center (Every Monday) Ostomy Support Group – Tuesday, July 5, 10 AM, Morton Plant North Bay Hospital, Meeting Rooms 2 & 3 (1st Tuesday of the month) Bariatric Support Group – Tuesday, July 26, 5:30-6:30 PM, Morton Plant North Bay Hospital, Starkey Tower: Meeting Rooms 2 & 3. (4th Tuesday of the month) Phone Number for All Events (727) 953-6877 or visit online: www.BayCareEvents.org Support groups and classes are free to the public unless fee is noted. LOCATION SITES: BayCare Outpatient Center, 2102 Trinity Oaks Blvd., Trinity and Morton Plant North Bay Hospital, 6600 Madison St., New Port Richey
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Pose by Pose Yoga - Your Premier Yoga Training Center! Pose by Pose Yoga is not just a great yoga studio where you can take classes, but it is also a yoga teacher training center and center for education in yoga for the Tampa Bay Area. Did you know that Pose by Pose Yoga has an internationally recognized Yoga Teacher Training School? The school is almost 6 years old and has graduated over 80 people who teach yoga everywhere, from yoga studios, to wellness centers, gyms, and even the Moffit Cancer Center. The school has programs training the basics of yoga teaching, advanced trainings, continuing education classes for established teachers, and this Fall will open Yoga Outreach Training- teaching yoga teachers how to integrate their class for foster homes and domestic violence shelters. The studio is a 3500-sq.-ft., selfstanding building that offers trainings, workshops and also classes that are open to the public. The classes are all open level classes, that range from Gentle Yoga to Meditative Flow Yoga,
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and each are taught by certified teachers that also teach in the yoga teacher training program.
Pose by Pose Offers Yoga For All Populations This Summer Pose by Pose is happy to announce some exciting series for special populations: Adult Yoga Summer Camp: For the kid at heart on June 24th and 25th Yoga for Teens Series: July 15th, 16th, 22nd and 23rd Prenatal Yoga Series: mid-July Yin Yoga Series: end of June The studio has also paired up with USF, offering Yoga for Seniors modules in their OLLI Program for Adults over 50. This series had its first successful run with 30 adults some who did yoga for the first time in their life. The next series of these classes will begin again in the Fall Semester in September. The sign up information on that class can also be found on the
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Pose By Pose website or calling OLLI directly at (813) 974-5263. These series pair up nicely with the variety of weekday classes, and also with the workshops they hold regularly as well. All of this information and more can be found at www.posebyposeyoga.com or by
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calling Jennifer directly at (813) 501-4987. Pose by Pose Yoga is located at 17761 Hunting Bow Circle at the Ballantrae Professional Center in Lutz. Pose by Pose Yoga - building community, class by class and pose by pose!
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RE/MAX Realtor Lori Crawford Sponsored Wine Pavilion at St. Pete’s Festivals of Speed
Realtor Lori Crawford Mulit-Million Dollar Producer and member of the RE/MAX 100% Club, Realtor Lori Crawford loves finding her clients the perfect solutions in Real Estate, whether they are selling or buying, and she likes to make things happen fast. Lori also loves fast cars, stating, “My son and I both have a huge passion for fast cars!” So when the opportunity arose to be a part of the 2016 Festivals of Speed held in early April in beautiful St. Petersburg, Lori made a
fast decision and sponsored the Wine Pavilion. Lori and her husband Jeff have been to several of the Festivals of Speed events over the years and were happy to be a part of this year’s excitement in St. Pete. Some of the cars featured at this year’s event were valued at over 1.5 million dollars! Lori’s husband Jeff and her son David helped her during the event, along with Ashley Lynch and Mike and Rachel Kloepfer. Lori invited
some clients to participate and bring their cars, and had on display a Rossion and Ultima GTR. “It was one of those perfect days when it all came together,” says Lori. “I had a great team of people that worked with me that day. David and I loved the cars, so of course we had to take an hour to walk around and see them.” Lori Crawford has 18 years of experience in Real Estate and holds a license in Florida and
Georgia. Last year as a single agent, Lori sold $10 million in Real Estate and was awarded the Re/Max 100% Club. Find more information about Realtor Lori Crawford at www.TrinityEastLakeRealEstate.com, call her at 727-234-8002, or email LTCrawford01@aol.com.
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Mangrove Bay Dentistry Expands Due to Referrals from Happy Patients! By Marcy Sanford Mangrove Bay Dentistry opened in Oldsmar in 2010 and has earned a stellar reputation in the community for the patient focused, personalized family and cosmetic dental care provided to patients of all ages. Located at 13998 W. Hillsborough Avenue, at the corner of Race Track Road, Mangrove Bay Dentistry is convenient not only to the nearby neighborhoods in Oldsmar, but also to the neighboring communities of East Lake, Safety Harbor, Waterchase, Tarpon Springs, Lutz, Odessa, Twin Branch Acre and Westchase. Neighbors and friends talk, and word has spread about how much patients love Dr. Toan Tran and the TEAM at Mangrove Bay Dentistry. In fact, due to the many referrals from happy patients, Dr. Tran recently doubled the size of Mangrove Bay Dentistry’s original office space to accommodate the growing number of patients and their families. “Thanks to our patients’ support and referrals, we continue to grow and
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hear from more new patients,” said Dr. Tran. “With our expansion we will double our current space and will have two experienced full time hygienists. This will allow us to accommodate our patients’ needs and schedules.” Patient Focused Care Dr. Toan Tran and his TEAM at Mangrove Bay Dentistry focus on customer service. “We customize our treatments to meet each patient’s individual needs and concerns,” said Dr. Tran. “We want to make sure our patients are educated about all of their options and that they are making the best choice for their dental wellbeing.” When at work, Dr. Tran is focused on each patient and giving them the best experience possible. He is approachable and a family man who loves spending his free time with his wife and three kids enjoying fishing, diving and all things Florida – including a love for the Florida Gators! Florida has always been home to Dr. Tran, who grew up in Orlando. He earned his Bachelor of
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Science from the University of Florida, and in 2001, received his Doctorate of Dental Medicine from the University of Florida College of Dentistry. Dedicated to offering his patients the full spectrum of dental care from family dentistry to cosmetic dentistry and full restorations, Dr. Tran has undergone additional trainings from some of the nation’s foremost professionals, not limited in endodontics (root canal therapy), aesthetics (cosmetic dentistry), dental implant restoration, and orthodontics with ClearCorrect™ clear aligner therapy. Mangrove Bay Dentistry patient Michelle L. shared, “I went to Dr. Tran for the first time last week and it was the best experience I have had at a dental office. He spent more time with me explaining everything thoroughly and really showed more care than any other dentist that I have been to in this area and elsewhere. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and most importantly, very caring in nature. I would highly recommend Mangrove Bay Dentistry
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Toan Tran, DMD and Dr. Tran to anyone looking for a dentist in the Tampa Bay area.” Dental Anxiety? Mangrove Bay Dentistry Can Help Mangrove Bay Dentistry helps patients who may have had a bad experience in the past or who suffer from
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dental anxiety. “I had one patient who became so anxious that he left the appointment and stood outside in the parking lot,” said Dr. Tran. “I went outside and talked to him to explain the procedure again and help calm him down until he felt comfortable enough to come back into the office. Sometimes, if someone had a bad experience at the dentist as a child or at another time, it can cause them to have extreme anxiety. We want to make sure that these patients can still receive the quality care they deserve.” For patients with severe anxiety, Mangrove Bay Dentistry offers nitrous oxide (laughing gas) in combination with a local anesthetic. This helps reduce any pain and/or anxiety. In fact, many patients report a feeling of wellbeing during this type of procedure. All bodily functions remain normal during the administration of nitrous oxide and its effects wear off quickly afterwards, within a couple of minutes. Dr. Tran’s patient Heather C. said, “I had been searching for a dentist who is friendly and personable. I had negative experiences in the past and I had been avoiding having work done on my teeth. Dr. Tran is wonderful and the procedure was painless. I have found my new dentist.”
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Creating Good Dental Hygiene Habits for Life Dr. Tran understands that many adults’ dental anxiety stems from unpleasant dental visits they experienced as a child, therefore, he and all of his staff have created a fun environment where children not only enjoy coming to the dentist but look forward to coming back. “We want kids to have a good impression of the dentist. We want to teach them good habits so that they will be able to keep their teeth healthy their entire life.” Mangrove Bay Dentistry sees children as young as one year old. Dr. Tran has special training in sports dentistry, and is skilled at restoring teeth from injuries such as chipped or knocked out teeth. One of the best ways to prevent your child from injuring his or her teeth while playing sports is to have them wear a mouth guard. There are several types of mouth guards to choose from and Dr. Tran can help you choose the best one for your child’s particular needs; for all contact and non-contact sports. Up-To-Date Technology & Old Fashion Values “There are always new technology
and updates in dentistry,” says Dr. Tran. “At Mangrove Bay Dentistry we make sure we have state-of-the-art technology and equipment and trained in the latest advanced procedures, but remain steadfast in our focus of customer service. We want our patients to not only enjoy being here, but also to want to come visit us. One of my favorite parts of being a dentist is the relationships I’ve built with my patients and their families.” Mangrove Bay Dentistry’s services include everything from regular checkups and cleanings to dental implant restorations. Mangrove Bay Dentistry also provides services and repairs for full and partial dentures, as well as cosmetic dentistry in porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, ClearCorrect™ (clear braces) aligner therapy, and restorative dentistry with metal-free composite bonding and fillings, root canals, extractions, crowns and bridges, and more. Mangrove Bay Dentistry is a full service, one-stop-office for your entire family’s dental needs, whether it is cosmetic changes you desire or healthy gums and teeth. Dr. Tran is a member of the following: American Dental Association, Florida Dental Association, West Coast Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, Academy of Sports Dentistry, Upper Pinellas County Dental Association, and Pinnacle Study Club
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of Pinellas (Seattle Study Club). Mangrove Bay Dentistry accepts all major PPO insurances. Located on the corner of W. Hillsborough Ave. and Race Track Rd. at 13998 W. Hillsborough Ave. in Tampa, the office is open: Mon. – Fri., 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. with evening hours available by appointment only. Call (813) 891-9898 to schedule appointment. Log on to www.MangroveBayDentistry.com for more information.
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Simplify Your Life! Cut Out Clutter! Call 1-800-GOT-JUNK? Today! By Katie Thomas Got Junk? Convenient pick-up, on-time service, upfront pricing, junk removal services and responsible disposal make 1-800-GOT-JUNK? the company in your area to call for the hectic job of spring-cleaning, or any other major clean-out project. 1-800GOT-JUNK? has been hauling off unwanted items since its humble beginning in 1989. Now the company is known nationally as the go-to company for full-service junk removal for residential, commercial and construction site locations. The company has saved over 2.4 billion pounds of junk from landfills, earning kudos for being not only easy, but eco-friendly too. Simplifying your life and living a more open, minimal lifestyle is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself and with 1-800-GOT-JUNK? at your disposal, the job of de-cluttering has never been easier. 1-800-GOT-JUNK? is the largest
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got us to the point we are at now.” Rachelle and Troy’s 1-800-GOTJUNK? business services all of Pasco, Northern Pinellas and Hillsborough with complete full-service junk removal, professional call services and free estimates with pricing based on the volume of junk being removed. “Our friendly professional haulers will handle almost any kind of junk as long as it is non-hazardous,” says Troy. “We pick up single items or can handle multiple truckloads of junk for commercial and residential clients. Our friendly, uniformed drivers will do all the lifting for you, clean up and haul your junk away. More than 60 percent of what we haul away is recycled or reused and our haulers will do the sorting for you to determine if something should go to the dump, local charities or recycle centers. We have even taken small boats, engine blocks, sheds and docks. We can take away almost any material we can fit in our trucks, without you ever lifting a finger. We’ll remove junk from wherever it’s located and we won’t leave a dent or
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speck of dirt behind! And we are fully licensed and insured.” Simple and Easy! Getting rid of the things we don’t need can sometimes be an emotional rollercoaster. Many times we place sentimental attachments on things that no longer serve a purpose in our lives. Most of the time, when it comes to excess stuff, we hold on to it “just in case.” If you aren’t sure about an item, ask yourself a few questions. Have I used this in the last six months? (Or, for some of us, in the last six years?) Am I keeping this out of obligation or expectation? Do I have more than one of these? Am I holding onto a broken item to fix one day? Is this item worth the time I spend cleaning it? Is this item worth the space it is taking up, and can I use this space for something better? If you find yourself answering no to many of these questions, it may be time to call 1-800-GOT-JUNK?. Troy says, “Our service is the most inexpensive way for you to gain space in your home or office. Most people find that they have an extra 100, 200 or even 500 square foot of space after they declutter and remove unwanted items.”
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Junk removal is as easy as making a phone call with 1-800-GOT-JUNK?. Begin by making a call to Rachelle and Troy’s professional calling service and schedule a convenient pick up time. Customers are given a two-hour time window for the arrival of the trucks and will receive a phone call 15 to 30 minutes before the arrival of the truck. Once the guys are on-site with their trucks they will give you an estimate, load up your unwanted goods into the truck and leave you with a less cluttered, more organized space. “All you have to do is point out to us what you don’t want anymore and we do the rest,” assures Troy. “From the sorting to the recycling to the hauling, we make sure your stuff ends up
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where it should, whether that is at a donation center for charity, the recycling center or repurposing center. We take care of it all, so you can focus on creating more space for you and family.” 1-800-GOT-JUNK? disposes of any non-hazardous materials and specializes in the removal of household junk items including appliances, mattresses, furniture, carpet, television sets, and tires. The company will remove office junk, offering computer, printer and monitor recycling. Not only does 1-800-GOT-JUNK? remove unwanted home and office extras, the company can take care of construction debris, yard debris, and will remove disaster preparation materials. They also work
with building contractors, property managers and real estate agents. 1-800-GOT-JUNK? is environmentally conscious and recycles or donates everything they can when possible. Rachelle says, “We operate out of a 4500-square-foot warehouse where we sort and store items for recycling, donating and repurposing. “We recycle as much as we can. Sixty percent of the materials we remove are recycled or donated to Lighthouse Ministries, Sheriff’s Youth Ranch, and other charities and thrift stores.” One customer, Kelly, says, “Great service...right on time, safe and friendly driver/ haulers. We had a sleeper sofa to remove (that wasn’t in bad shape) but charities didn’t want it or it would take a while for an appointment. 1800-GOT-JUNK? was a better price than competitors and the best part of using this service is that they work to donate it to an organization that would like to have it. I would much rather it be reused than go to a landfill! I would recommend them!” Satisfied customer Josh says, “I had about half my garage stuffed with cardboard boxes and other miscellaneous junk. I also had some extremely heavy trashcans on the side that the
garbage men wouldn’t take. Booked online, they came, grabbed everything and were done in about 30 minutes (last time I tried to clean out my garage and boxes and cut everything up it took me an entire day and I still wasn’t done). Fantastic service and they did a great job.” If you want to unburden yourself from unnecessary stuff, 1-800-GOTJUNK? literally lightens your load! Call 1-800-GOT-JUNK (1800-468-5865) to schedule a free estimate and/or pick-up or visit 1800gotjunk.com to book online or for additional information.
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“Dr. Paula Nelson” Continued from page 1 them where their relationship challenges are but because it also saves them time in counseling and helps them get to the relationship they want in a shorter amount of time. Couples Workshops & Weekend Getaways Dr. Paula will be holding couples workshops in September and November at the Holiday Inn Express in Trinity. The workshop is a great opportunity for any couple who wants to make their marriage stronger and happier. Dr. Paula says it can benefit couples of all ages from engaged to newlyweds to veteran couples. In the workshop couples will learn how to: - Foster respect, affection, and closeness - Build and share deeper connections - Keep conflicts calm - Gain skills to address problems - Enhance romance and intimacy “The workshop is fun,” says Dr. Paula. “We work on the concepts presented in The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work. It is a very friendly,
non-threatening workshop.” Participants in the workshop will also receive a copy of the Gottmans’ book as well as a workbook with additional exercises they can do on their own at home. In October, Dr. Paula will host a Rekindle The Romance Weekend Getaway at the Sandals Beach Resort in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. The all-inclusive weekend also includes a Thursday night cocktail party, Friday night Light Your Fire s’mores & bonfire social, Saturday workshop, and Sunday night dinner. Bringing Home Baby Workshop Having a child can be one of the most joyful, and stressful, times in a
couple’s life. Even the strongest relationships are strained during the transition to parenthood. Lack of sleep, new roles and responsibilities and lots of new bills can lead to a great deal of stress and a decline in marital satisfaction – all of which affect baby’s care and development. Additionally, because your attention is focused on the new baby, one or both parents can begin to feel left out and unhappy. Dr. Paula offers workshops for new and expectant parents as well as those who are adopting. “People who complete the workshops report that their babies cry less, smile more, and develop language earlier.
Babies can pick up on parents’ stress and will react to it.” Dr. Paula can help you and your spouse: - Strengthen your relationship - Effectively manage stress and conflict - Recognize and respond to postpartum depression, anxiety, and adjustment issues - Meet the emotional and psychological needs of a child - Keep both of you involved in parenting Dr. Paula says, “It is wonderful to be able to help parents reconnect during this time of their lives.”
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Individual Counseling caring professional to help you and Dr. Paula also has years of experiyour loved ones through challenging ence helping people who suffer from times, Dr. Paula Nelson can help you anxiety and depression. In the safe, learn how to live a happier, healthier healing environment she has created life. for her patients, you’ll learn how to Dr. Paula Nelson’s office is take control and make the changes located in the Oakstead Profesthat you need to make in order to feel sional Center at 19337 Shumard better. With her counseling, you will Oak Drive, Suite 101, in Land ‘O be able to tell your story, develop inLakes. For more information about sight into your patterns of thinking, workshops or to make an appointfeeling, and behaving, do some reality ment, call 813-951-8889, email checking, and find workable solutions paula@drpaulanelson.com, or visit to your problems. www.drpaulanelson.com. Dr. Paula can help you Upcoming Couples Workshops & Retreats if you are feeling: Holiday Inn Express, Trinity, FL - Anxious or overly July 23: Free 2-hour Couples Workshop Preview worried September 17-18: Couples Workshop - Depressed October 13-17: Rekindle the Romance Weekend - Sad or lonely Getaway to Ocho Rios, Jamaica - Confused about your November 12-13: Couples Workshop options or next steps For more information or to register, call If you’re looking for a 813-951-8889 or email paula@drpaulanelson.com
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More Space Place Helps You Create Space, Simply! By Katie Thomas More Space Place has attractive, functional and efficient solutions to help create more space within your home without the hassle of a re-model or a costly addition. More Space Place’s array of products includes custom closets, home office furniture and organization systems, Murphy wall beds, garage systems and kitchen organization solutions. More Space Place has hundreds of options to allow you to turn any room into a multifunctional room to fully utilize the existing space you already have. Starting off as a single retail location in the early 1980s, More Space Place has grown to become a nationally recognized and trusted company that continues to grow due to their high level of quality customer service and quality organization products. Today, the company has more than 40 stores that are locally owned and operated by community members. In Tampa Bay there are three convenient showrooms and Design Centers. Clark Williams and Robert
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Schmidt are the owners of the Tampa Bay franchise. The first store opened in 1995 in Pinellas County and 1996 in Hillsborough County. According to Clark, since the beginning, the innovative designs and space efficiency generated by the More Space Place’s products has made the business exciting and never boring. “When I joined More Space Place, we offered a single line of Murphy Beds along with a limited choice of complimenting bookcases. Over the last twenty years, it has been really exciting to watch our product line and our company grow,” says Clark. “More Space Place now offers the largest selection of wall beds available and in addition, we also offer a massive line of complimenting space saving and organizational furniture. “As one of, if not the largest, specialty retailer of space-saving furniture, we offer free in-home design consultations as well as having showrooms where our clients can see and feel the quality of our products. When someone visits one of our three Showroom Design Centers, they will find skilled More Space Place designers who will
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introduce them to a full array of wall beds and cabinet options. In addition they will also find complete furniture collections for beautiful and functional closets, home office, garages, media centers, utility rooms and so much more.” Clark says, “We feel selecting furniture is a very important decision and one that is often an uncomfortable process for our clients, so we believe if they can see various designs and get to feel and touch the furni-
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ture, it makes the purchasing decision easier. Since they are so many color, finish and material options available seeing these in person also ensures that they can choose the best choice to match the aesthetics of their home as well as matching their lifestyle. The experience is further enhanced with a 3 Dimensional software program that allows our clients to see what the furniture would look like in their home. We have found with this visual aid it is much easier for the client and the de-
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signer to work together to create the perfect design that is specifically created to meet the needs and desires of the client.” Satisfied customer Rita says, “I have lived in Palm Harbor for 20 years, dealing with many service companies; but, I have to say that the More Space Place is by far the most professional, caring, experienced company I have ever met. I cannot say how overwhelmed I am by their customized work but, more importantly, by the care and dedication that they gave me. They called prior to the date of the installation asking if the date
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was still acceptable, then called me the next morning to give me the anticipated arrival time and all the while checking with my availability. Customer service was of prime importance to everyone I have dealt with – something so rare in this day. I love my closets and when I’m ready to move again I know what company I will call first – More Space Place. All I can say is Thank You for a job extremely well done!” Making The Most of Your Space! More Space Place is the perfect place to go to find the perfect built-
ins, shelving units, cabinets and more to expand the amount of useable space in your home. From a beautiful collection of Murphy Beds to the best in shelving and organization accessories, My Space Place can help you work with the space you have for a more functional living area. “We believe that no matter what your furniture needs are, the pieces should be designed to fit your lifestyle and make your life better,” says Clark. “Our mission at More Space Place is to assist our clients in finding the design that works best for them along with the best choice for colors and styling.” Want to turn that spare room into a multifunctional guest room/office? It’s entirely possible and easy with More Space Place. Want to give the man of the house a dream garage for Father’s Day? More Space Place is the place to start! Everyone could use more space or a little more organization, which is why so many people have trusted More Space Place to optimize their home without the high cost of remolding. With organization solutions plus tons of space saving accessories, you can add more functional rooms to the home you already love!
Palm Harbor’s More Space Place Design Showroom is located at 33136 U.S. 19, phone (727) 773-9888. The St Petersburg store is located 10722 Gandy Blvd. North, phone (727) 507-9799 and the Lutz location is at 23114 State Road 54, phone (813) 935-8432. Hours for all locations are Mon. – Fri., 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sat. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., with additional hours available by appointment. They are closed on Sun. Log on to www.MoreSpacePlace.com for more information or to see pictures and videos.
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“Health Care” Continued from page 1 Parents trust Pediatric Health Care Alliance’s Suncoast Office when it comes to their children’s health, and both Dr. Melody Baade and Dr. Ignatius Tan have years of experience in pediatric healthcare. “I enjoy being able to make a difference in a child’s future by helping them to take care of their health now,” says Dr. Baade. “Their health as a child can affect their health as an adult. I have always loved children and loved working with them. It is a joy to help them obtain a healthy, happy start in life.” Dr. Baade says she and everyone at Pediatric Health Care Alliance feel that the parents are the best advocates for their child’s health. “Parents know their child better than anyone else. We want to give advice and guidance when it comes to our patients’ health but we also want to build an alliance with the parents and work with them every step of the way.” Both children and adults respond to the outgoing and friendly
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personalities of the doctors and staff. “People respond to joy,” says Dr. Baade. “If you are joyful in your job and love what you are doing, children will sense that and respond positively to you.” Pediatric Health Care Alliance’s Suncoast Office gives you access to the best of both worlds – a cozy neighborhood office as well as access to a network of resources. When you are a part of the Pediatric Health Care Alliance family, you have access to a wide network of caring, qualified health professionals. If you have an urgent care need after hours or when you are in another part of town, your child can go to any Pediatric Health Care Alliance office from Pediatric Health Care Alliance Suncoast Office is convenient to families in Wesley Chapel to St. Petersburg, Trinity, Odessa, Lutz and Land O’ Lakes, and beyond via the Suncoast Parkway Largo to Lithia. With 12 neighborhood offices in Pasco, Hillsborough, Pediatric Health Care Alliance invites months before their due date or and Pinellas Counties you can rest adoption,” says Laurel. you to schedule a Welcome Visit to assured that your child will be well In addition to caring health get to know the staff and doctors at taken care of wherever you are in professionals who are dedicated their Suncoast Office. “We encourthe Tampa Bay area. age parents-to-be to schedule an into your child’s wellbeing, Pediatric If you are a new or expecting troductory visit about two to three Health Care Alliance’s Suncoast parent or are new to the area,
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Office is designed with your child’s comfort in mind. There are three separate waiting rooms – one for well children, one for sick children, and one for newborns. And if your child is sick, it is easy to schedule a same day appointment. The Pediatric Health Care Alliance Suncoast Office serves children in Odessa, Land O’ Lakes, Trinity and all the surrounding communities.
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The Pediatric Health Care Alliance Suncoast Office is conveniently located off State Road 54 at 1850 Crossings Boulevard, Unit 100. The office is open Mon. – Thurs., 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Fri., 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. For more information or to schedule an appointment, log on to www.pedialliance.com or call 813-475-7100.
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Kids and Canines - An Assistance Dog Training Program Believing in kids and empowering them to take control of their lives, one dog at a time, Kids and Canines unites at-risk students and dogs in their unique program that is truly making a difference in Tampa Bay community. Located on the Dorothy Thomas campus in Tampa, Kids and Canines was originally founded in 1998 with a grant from the Justice Department. The sole purpose of this program initially was to help truancy students, founded upon the belief that giving these kids the responsibility of training and caring for a dog would help to keep them in school - and it worked! When the grant was not renewed, the program was continued as a part of the school program at Dorothy Thomas, and the success rates have been through the roof! “The program has grown significantly since its inception,” says Jo Deck, Chairman of the Board for Kids and Canines. “We are now a 501(c)(3) organization, which we felt was necessary in order to be able to significantly grow the program.” Kids and Canines is an elective that students at Dorothy Thomas School can apply for. Jo says, “This is a class and our textbook is the dog. There is an academic side, but the
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most important things that we teach include how to not only show love towards a dog, but how to love yourself. Through this, the students learn how to properly deal with anger management and self esteem issues. The kids that we see have very serious behavioral issues; many have dropped out of school and have some sort of social problems or personality disorder. Most are referred to Dorothy Thomas by either the school counselor or their own personal child counselor.” Once a student gets accepted into the program, they sign a contract, which holds them accountable for taking care of the dogs. They are taught how to train the dogs, as well as how to groom, feed, and properly care for them. This encourages the kids to come to school, and gives them a reason to show up, because they know their dog needs them, and if they don’t come, their dog won’t get the necessary attention it deserves. In addition to the obvious benefits, this program gives these children so much more! It teaches them unconditional love and gives them self worth, helping them to build their self esteem and give them purpose in life. It teaches them the
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importance and power of education. These dogs need the kids just as much as the kids need the dogs. “The program has been a huge success, and the bond between the children and the dogs has proven to be enough to keep these at-risk kids in school,” says Jo. Student Esme, is just one of their many success stories. Jo says, “When she first came to us, Esme had such bad self esteem that she didn’t come to school for over a year. Working with the dogs and the bond she formed helped her learn unconditional love. She also learned acceptance without judgement; the dogs relied on her on a daily basis; they needed her. Esme is now an ace groomer and teaches grooming to other students in the program. She has been in program for over three years and is going to Gaither High School next year. Her goal is to one day be a Vet assistant. And actually, she was recently adopted and both of her parents are teachers at the Dorothy Thomas School. This has given Esme stability, love and acceptance in ways she has never had before. Esme has done an amazing job of turning her life around!” Kids and Canines is helping to change the lives of these students;
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and it doesn’t end there! Not only has their program helped the students by giving them accountability, companionship and purpose, but the dogs that they train go on to become service and therapy dogs for those Jo Deck, Chairman in need. of the Board for Kids “It is a and Canines win-win situation,” says Jo. “This program not only benefits the kids, but it also benefits the person who gets the dog. The kids train the dogs with the hopes that their dog will go on and do even greater things in the community. Our dogs are trained to be service and therapy dogs and are placed with many different types of people, such as those suffering from Parkinson’s, MS, or younger children with Autism.” Since its inception, Kids and Canines has placed 86 dogs throughout Tampa Bay and surrounding communities!
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Volunteers Wanted! Due to their rapid growth over the past few years, Kids and Canines is constantly looking for volunteers. Their biggest need is for puppy sitters. Jo says, “Being a puppy sitter is such a wonderful experience. As a puppy sitter you would temporarily look after a dog when a puppy raiser has to go out of town. We are also looking for puppy raisers. A puppy raiser is someone who agrees to house the dog full time for 18-24 months as they are being trained. Everything is paid for food, vet bills, leashes etc. - and all you have to do is be able to drop them off
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every morning before school and pick them up after. Essentially it’s just like dropping your dog at day-care.” Donations and Sponsorships Needed Kids and Canines is doing so many great things for the community, but in order for them to continue doing what they are doing, they rely on generous donations and sponsorships from caring individuals who want to help make a difference. There are many different ways in which you can help. The first is simply making a donation. That can be done
on-line or by sending a donation directly to the program. There are different levels of giving that are outlined in their Sustainer Program, including a $5000 donation to sponsor and name a dog! You are able to follow the dog through its training and will receive reports as to the how your sponsored dog is doing, as well as progress pictures. With this, you have the ability to come visit the dog at any time. All donations made go to helping the at-risk children improve their lives. Jo says, “The current Board of Directors is a very active board and committed to the success of the Kids and Canines Program. They are focused on raising more funds and helping more at-risk students change their lives!” Kids and Canines is currently in desperate need of a van. Even having done a very successful fundraiser to raise funds for a new van, they have had difficulty finding the right van for the right price. Ideally, they need an 89 passenger van - preferably a Ford T150, or a van with specifications similar. If you can help or know someone who can help in this area, please call (813) 558-5406. Kids and Canines Summer
Camp Program June 21st, 27th, July 11, and July 18th Every summer Kids and Canines hosts a summer camp, providing them the opportunity to offer their services and training programs to the community. This program is completely open to the public and is for anyone, ages 10-16, who wants to learn how to properly care for a dog, including grooming, basic training skills, and arts and crafts activities that are dog related. The camp is held weekly, Mon. - Thurs. 9:30 a.m. 2:30 p.m. and is $225 per week; due to limited availability and high demand, campers can choose to enroll in a maximum of 2 of the 4 weeks. Week two is full; but all other weeks still have openings. For more information or to enroll, please call the office at (813) 558-5406. “Our primary focus is to change the lives of at-risk children,” says Jo. “We turn around lives every day. Our mission is: Believing In Kids * Empowering Lives * One Dog At A Time!” For more information about Kids and Canines please call (813) 558-5406, visit KidsandCanines.org or find them on Facebook.
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