East Lake - Vol. 6, Issue 7 July 2013 by Tampa Bay News & Lifestyles Magazine

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Vol. 6, Issue 7, July 2013

Neighborhood News & Lifestyles

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

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

Gives Patients A Lot to Smile About! By Katie Thomas A smile can say a thousand words; whether a friendly, silent greeting to a stranger, a nod to something funny, a brave way to face a fear, or a way to let someone know you will love them forever – smiles capture the best of our emo-

tions. A beautiful smile also can give you a confidence boost like no other. Albert Family Orthodontics in Trinity and Palm Harbor is dedicated to making patients of all ages smile at every visit through professional, personalized attention and by creating dazzling smiles using the latest in orthodontic technology. Offering a fun, relaxing atmosphere and always treating guests with superior service, Albert Family Orthodontics gives its patients a lot to smile about! Jeremy M. Albert, DMD, MS, owner of Albert Family Orthodontics, truly does love making his patients smile before, after and during treatment! The offices are decked out with the latest games and gadgets and Dr. Albert has contests with the best prizes! Prizes that make both kids and adults grin! Like the upcoming concert ticket giveaways – Justin Bieber, Maroon Five (Adam Levine!) with Kelly Clarkson. “Orthodontics is such a unique dental treatment – it’s a natural healthy process of improving teeth position but to be done properly, that takes time to achieve the See “Albert Ortho” on page 36.

The East Lake Café Celebrates 10 Amazing Years

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East Lake Café has been a haven for locals who love to gather together with friends and family for a cup of coffee, breakfast or lunch for ten years, and for them it comes with the feeling of community that’s part and parcel to eating at one of your favorite places and having one of your favorite meals. Whether you like to sit outside under the shade of an umbrella with your favorite furry friend, or enjoy the air conditioning in their newly renovated dining room, you’ll feel at home. It’s an old-fashioned restaurant that makes things from scratch and serves them with a smile. The East Lake Café is filled with regulars who know the entire staff by name, and where the staff asks questions like,

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“Hey, Harry, is it going to be the French toast or the 2-2-2 today?” Convenient to East Lake, Palm Harbor, Oldsmar and even Safety Harbor and Trinity, The East Lake Café is located at 3430 East Lake Road right next to Firehouse Subs, just across from the Boot Ranch Plaza. To be honest, it’s one of those hidden gems that the locals know about, and the rest of us are mad that we’ve missed for so long. People say, “How did I not know this was here?!” Well, the secret’s out of the bag now, because more and more families are coming to the East Lake Café to enjoy their family-friendly atmosphere and the food, because really, it’s all about the homemade, made-to-order food that comes out of the kitchen.

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Conquering ALS, One Mountain at a Time! Football player Steve Gleason, who played for The New Orleans Saints from 2000-2008, will always be remembered for his blocked punt on the night the New Orleans Superdome reopened for the first time after Hurricane Katrina. In 2011, Steve was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, a terminal neuro-muscular disease. After his diagnosis, Steve and his friends and family started Team Gleason, in hopes of generating public awareness and raise funding for the research of this terrible disease. Recently, Team Gleason took on another endeavor – completing an epic adventure to Peru. Steve, along with Kevin Swan, Michel Rivers and Scott Fujita, a crew from NFL Films and Team Gleason members, endured a 7-day trek starting in Lima; taking countless buses, 2 trains, 7 planes and hiking 10 miles through the Incan trail. Their journey began in Cusco, where they spent 2 nights getting acclimated to the high elevation and visiting the Cathedral, Qoricancha Temple, the Inca fortress of Sacsayhuaman overlooking Cusco, Qenko and Puka Pukara. They went on to visit the village of Pisac, founded during colonial times, and continued their trip through the countryside town of

Urubamba to the ruins of Ollantaytambo. On Day 4, they woke up early to catch the Vistadome train headed toward Machu Picchu, taking in stunning views of the mountains and heading into the high altitude cloud forest. The 21-member group, which included Steve and Kevin in wheelchairs, and 18-month old Rivers, joined a group of porters before crossing a hanging bridge over the Urubamba River. At this time none of them had any idea what they were about to endure. The Incan trail is a combination of landscapes of high altitude mountain ranges (the Andes) and dense subtropical forest. It was extremely challenging to carry the 2 wheelchairs up and down the rocky narrow paths, but the fearless leaders, Scott, Blair and Marc, were not going to let the lack of water and sunlight stop them from getting to their final destination. After 10 hours they finally reached the Sun Gate and got their first view of Machu Picchu. Although the sun had been down for a few hours and the ruins could barely be seen through the moonlight, the group was excited to know it was the final leg and hour or their journey. Traversing downhill and along more steps in the dimly lit site, the group finally made it the Sanctuary Lodge for some much needed food, water and celebra-

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One of their favorite views was overlooking the Urubamba, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, situated between Pisac and Ollantaytambo tion. The following day they were elated with a huge sense of accomplishment to finally see the magnificent landscape of the ruins and mountains. Despite his diagnosis, Steve is determined to motivate others by continuing to pursue life adventures, and has challenged the worlds of technology and science to identify their most promising developments toward new treatments and a cure. Steve is such an inspiration and proves that with strong will and determination no mountain is too high to conquer!

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Palm Harbor Dermatology Plans Northwest Tampa Expansion Taking another step to widen its geographic presence in the Tampa Bay area, Palm Harbor Dermatology has announced that it plans to open its third area location at 11601 Sheldon Road, in northwest Tampa, later this year. Palm Harbor Dermatology, a thriving medical practice with offices in Palm Harbor and Brandon, is leasing and renovating the 4,140-squarefoot building on Sheldon Road. Ross Real Estate, LLC, represented by Rick Noll of that company, purchased the building earlier this month for $900,000 from Chiarito Enterprises, Inc. With a planned opening in November, the facility will be the first comprehensive skin care center in northwest Tampa staffed by physicians who are board-certified and fel-

lowship-trained in Mohs Micrographic Surgery. A wide range of skin care services - from spa services to routine skin checks to specialized treatments and surgical procedures for skin conditions and skin cancer will be provided at this location, which includes a medical spa and a fully equipped laboratory. “Many of our patients have been driving to Palm Harbor from Odessa, Westchase, and other communities in northwest Tampa, so it makes sense to open a facility closer to where they live,” said Dr. Amy S. Ross, president of Palm Harbor Dermatology. Dr. Ross is one of only nine fellowshiptrained Mohs surgeons (and the only female of the nine) in the Tampa Bay area, according to the American College of Mohs Surgeons. Palm Harbor Dermatology has grown to capacity in its Palm Harbor location, helping drive the decision to open a third location. The practice has been growing rapidly as more

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Tampa Bay area residents learn about the quality and experience of its doctors and staff.

About Palm Harbor Dermatology: Palm Harbor Dermatology’s physicians are board-certified and fellowship-trained experts in the care and treatment of skin conditions, including skin cancer. A wide range of services – from routine skin checks to specialized treatments for skin conditions to surgical procedures (including Mohs Micrographic Surgery) that diagnose and treat skin cancer – are performed by skilled physicians and staff. With offices in Palm Harbor and Brandon, the practice plans to open a northwest Tampa office in November 2013. For more information, visit PalmHarborDermatology.com.

Greater Palm Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce to Host the 1st Annual Adult Spelling Bee to Support Education The Greater Palm Harbor

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Area Chamber of Commerce is inviting everyone to join them for “HERE’S THE BUZZ” to be held at The Centre in Palm Harbor. The Greater Palm Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce will host the 1st Annual Spelling Bee at The Centre, 1500 16th Street, Palm Harbor on August 23rd, from 6 to 9 PM. Members of the community of all ages are encouraged to come out and enjoy this fun-filled indoor event. Sign up a team of four good spellers who will compete using words chosen from the Scripps Howardword list. There will be prizes for best costume, best theme and best spellers. A light dinner is included in your entry fee. The “Queen Bee” will moderate the competition. Each team will consist of four “Worker Bee” members. Each segment is timed, so players must work on their own, then quickly discuss the correct spelling. The team captain will make the final judgment on the correct spelling. There will be “bee keepers” buzzing around to check your answers. If the answer is not correct you may buy (“bribe”) your way back in with “buzz bucks”

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during the first and second rounds. The last round is the determining round. You may no longer buy your way back in to the competition. If in the last round, you misspell a word the “Pollinator” will buzz your team and you will be eliminated from the competition and directed to sit out the remainder of the competition in the “Bee Hive.” “This fun filled family event is sure to be highly spirited with lots of humor,” commented Susan Long, Spelling Bee Committee Chairman. “Teams are forming now so gather your best spellers and join us in the fun!” Teams may reserve a spot in the competition for $250 by calling (727) 784-4287 or visit www.palmharborcc.org for more information and sponsorship opportunities. General admission ticket prices are: adults $10; seniors $5; students admitted free. Get your tickets at the door or visit the Chamber at 1151 Nebraska Ave. in Palm Harbor, or at the Center. Proceeds will benefit The Palm Harbor Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Inc. for financial assis-

tance in support of area school programs and/or student educational endeavors. A voluntary organization of business and professional men and women, the Greater Palm Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce acts as a spokesman for the business and professional community and provides a variety of services for members and the community. Participation in organizations like the chambers of commerce is a valuable way for businesses to have positive impacts on the community. About Greater Palm Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce: Located in the heart of historic downtown Palm Harbor, the Greater Palm Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce is active in developing the community economically. They host events to promote business and the community. The area’s economic wellbeing is related directly to the caliber of work that is done by the Chamber, which is why the Chamber has a major impact on business, income and future growth of the area. For more information, visitwww.palmharborcc.org/.

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Local NASCAR Teen to Host Car Show & Fundraiser Sun., July 21, noon––Baldwin Racing, Inc. of Oldsmar and East Lake High School graduate Dalton Baldwin will be hosting “Rods & Racers Reaching Out for Breast Cancer” Car Show & Fundraiser. The event will

held at Bright House Field in Clearwater on July 21, 2013 and will feature a car show outside including our NASCAR Whelen Southern Modified Tour race car as well as a fundraiser with silent and live auction inside at Frenchy’s Tiki Bar. Awards and Auctions will begin at 3 p.m.

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Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 on the day of the show. Tickets will also include admission to the Clearwater Threshers game at 6 p.m. (vs. Jupiter Hammerheads) along with hot dog, chips and a soda. There will be a fireworks display following the game. The Baldwin family lives and works in Oldsmar, and are very active in the community with Oldsmar Cares, and are members of the Upper Tampa Bay and Dunedin Chambers of Commerce. Michelle Baldwin says, “We feel strongly about giving back to our community and hope to encourage others to do the same.” Baldwin Racing extends a Special Thanks to the Pink Diamond Sponsors – Main Street Automotive, Clearwater Threshers & Advance Auto Parts; Special Thanks to the Pink Jewel Sponsors – Focal Point Coaching Excellence, Stanton Cronin Law Group, United Business Park and Mary Kay; and Thank You to the Auction for Pink Sponsors – Sea World, Tampa Bay Rays, Westchase, Courtyard by Marriot, Big Cat Rescue, StarLite Cruises, Wild About Cars, Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo, Chi Chi Rodriguez Golf Club, Perfectly Bare Laser Therapy, The Living Room,

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M.D. Aesthetics, Chili’s, Palm Harbor Dermatology, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunedin Smokehouse and South Beach Tanning Co. Author Suzin Carr Will Speak at East Lake Community Library Tues., July 16, 6:30 PM–– The featured Authors Showcase speaker for July is Suzin Carr. Ms. Carr is the author of the children’s book I Choose, a book about taking responsibility for your life. Her son, Chandler, illustrated the book when he was 7 years old. I Choose was the First Place winner in the children’s book category of the Royal Palm Literary Awards for the Florida Writer’s Association for 2009. The book also received Honorable Mention in the Los Angeles DIY Book Awards of 2010. Ms. Carr has since written I Choose, Too, a book with the same message but written for adults. As Ms. Carr states in an interview on September 14, 2012 with Sherri Lonon of LutzPatch.com, “We choose what comes out of our mouth, what stays in our head, and what lives in our heart.” Please join in an engaging talk at the East Lake Community Library, 4125 East Lake Road in Palm Harbor; telephone 727-773-2665.

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George Kontos Roofing, Inc. – Providing Safety, Security & Quality Roofing Services By Alexis Selby For nearly 40 years, George Kontos Roofing, Inc. has been providing honest, knowledgeable and exceptional roofing services to the Tampa Bay Area and beyond. With their precise attention to detail, ethical integrity and lengthy experience you can be assured that your roof is in good hands, as they understand the importance of building a sturdy, solid roof that will last for decades. Family-owned-and-operated, George Kontos Roofing consists of owner George Kontos, his son Vasilis, who is the Residential General Manager, and their group of well-trained, professional staff. George, who has been working as a roofer since the 1960’s, is highly-qualified and dedicated to providing quality craftsmanship and very competitive prices. Vasilis, who grew up learning the trade alongside George, knows all the ins and outs of the roofing

business and does everything possible to ensure that their customers have a great experience. Both George and Vasilis are state licensed professionals and together, this father-son team brings the community a trusted name and a combined total of over 50 years of roofing and construction experience. Vasilis says, “This is one of our first years we have ever advertised. The business has thrived since the 70’s to the successful place it is today through word of mouth from satisfied testimonials and referrals.” George Kontos Roofing Inc. performs all of their own work from start to finish and they do not use sub-contractors. “Our employees have been here for the long haul,” says Vasilis. “We are not a transitional company. When it comes to our employees, they are all trustworthy. We know our staff like family.” Gary Stark, the Commercial General Manager, has worked at George Kontos Roofing Inc. for over 10 years.

Gary says, “We all help each other out here.”

Services Kontos Roofing offers a variety of services, including both residential and commercial work, ranging from small leak repairs to large roof replacement. No matter what you are looking for, George Kontos Owner George Kontos and his son Vasilis Kontos (left) Roofing will always Roofing installs all types of roofs, includprovide you will a free estimate. They ing shingled, flat, metal and tile – they specialize in new construction, rehave something for every budget and roofing, wind mitigation inspection, style. Along with installing shingles that roof repairs, ventilations, skylight repair carry a lifetime warranty, George Kontos and installation, flashing (weatherRoofing Inc.’s GAF Certification means proofing), custom-modified roof systhat the company also offers a 100 pertems, hot asphalt roofing, Duro-Last cent satisfaction guarantee and 50-year Roofing Systems, wood repair, soffit, warranty on labor and materials – that is fascia and much more. George Kontos

George Kontos Roofing Inc. will add curb appeal to your house with a beautiful, new roof. The before (left) and after (right) pictures of our house show the difference a new roof can make! a guarantee you can count on! At George Kontos Roofing Inc. they understand that emergencies do happen, which is why they offer 24hour emergency service. If you have an emergency, you can rely on George Kontos Roofing Inc. “Emergency situations always come first,” states Vasilis. “We are known for our fast turnaround.” Some of their emergency roofing services include tarp overs, temporary roofing repairs, entire roof replacement, cartage and disposal and clean-up. George Kontos Roofing Inc. has a great deal of experience working with the Duro-Last Roofing System, a vinyl roof membrane that reflects 88 percent of the sun’s energy; saving you money on cooling costs. Duro-Last is a chartered part-

ner of Energy Star Roof Products; these are top-of-theline products that are very affordable. George Kontos Roofing Inc. believes in using Energy Star Roofing Products because it is a trusted label in energy efficient products as designated by the Federal Government. George Kontos Roofing Inc. also specializes in AttiCat Insulation, blownin fiberglass insulation that keeps your home well-cooled in the summer heat. Hydro-Stop, an economical waterproof roofing coat, is another innovative product that George Kontos Roofing Inc. works with. This approved Class 1 Roof System consists of a premium coat system that allows for lower energy consumption and high performance against fire, wind, leaks and more.

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Last year my husband Matt and I decided it was time to redo our roof, as our previous roof had been over 25 years old and was in desperate need of repair. Matt went to high school with Vasilis and has known him for many years, so when we were looking for a roofer, George Kontos Roofing came to mind. They did such an outstanding job and our roof looks a thousand times better. Not only were the workers prompt and courteous, but they were also extremely proficient and very hard-working. Despite having to tear up our old roof, there was never a mess and any and all debris was immediately picked up and disposed of. Within two days we had a beautiful new roof! After our roof was finished, Vasilis stopped by and checked

to make sure we were happy with our results and that everything went well – we had only good things to say. Kontos Roofing was professional the entire time and for the quality of roof we received the cost was very affordable. I am extremely happy with our choice to use Kontos Roofing and would recommend them to anyone who is looking for a new roof or in need of roof repairs. Kontos Roofing serves the entire Tampa bay Area, including Pinellas, Pasco and Hillsborough Counties, as well as other areas throughout the state of Florida. George Kontos Roofing works with all the best roofing products and is fully dedicated to bringing you the highest quality products at the most reasonable price. George Kontos Roofing is a very trustworthy company and has been providing safety, security and quality roofs to the Tampa Bay Area for nearly 40 years. George Kontos Roofing Inc. is Licensed, Bonded and Insured; LIC # CCC 029579. George Kontos Roofing Inc. is located at 201 South Levis Avenue in Tarpon Springs. Hours are Mon. – Fri., 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Sat. For more information, call (727) 938-6900 or (727) 2246360. You can also visit their website at www.KontosRoofing.com.

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Choose Lizette Cochran and State Farm for all Your Insurance Needs By Julie Kanehl Choosing the right insurance for your family is incredibly important, whether you’re looking to insure your home, your car, your boat or even your most important asset, your life! The whole point of insurance is to protect your assets, so that in the face of a difficult time there will be a course of action, a way to salvage what’s lost, replace what’s missing and protect those you love. Lizette Cochran has been helping local clients in both good and bad times since 1984 and her agency has been at its current location on East Lake Road, just north of the familiar East Lake bell tower and south of the Ridgemoor Plaza for almost ten years. The beautiful office is staffed by licensed agents who, altogether, have more than 100 years of experience. That’s important because when you really need help, you will need agents who know their stuff. Cochran says, “My team is awesome and I couldn’t do it without them. To do the kind of work with the

kind of personal service that we want to do would be impossible without people like Bobbie Jo Watkins, Lynn Arroyo, Debbie Munting, Kathy Holland and Janice Andrews, who is bilingual.” The focus of Lizette Cochran’s staff of State Farm agents is customer service, and their goal is to not only help you choose the best individual insurance for you and your family, but to follow through and help you during times of need, whether you need to ask advice, add a car to your policy or file a claim. State Farm is definitely keeping up with the times, and they give their customers 24/7 access to policy information on their website and through their brand new state-of-the-art smart phone app. But most importantly, you can talk to the agents that you know. Being a customer of the Lizette Cochran State Farm Agency is like turning to a friend in a time of need. Cochran says, “I provide the best of both worlds. My team of agents will personally take care of you. We know your name and we are proud to be in-

Lizette Cochran & her professional team have your insurance needs covered! (L-R) Janice, Terry, Kathy, Bobbie Jo, Lizette, Debbie, Lynn & Shaye volved in your life, from your new house to your new car, we are here for you, during good or bad times.” She adds, “You get the personal attention of a smaller agency, but the financial backing of the State Farm company, which has been around for a hundred years.”

Involved in the community for more than a decade, Lizette Cochran speaks to high school students at East Lake High School every year during National Teen Driver Safety Week, giving them tips about defensive driving and the importance of developing safe driving habits. She also encour-

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ages students to keep up good grades (3.0 or higher), which qualifies them for State Farm’s Good Student Discount, which saves their parents money on car insurance through State Farm. Cochran says, “We try to get them early so they don’t develop bad habits!” Insure More Than Your Car at State Farm While State Farm is most known for their auto insurance, Lizette Cochran and State Farm can do a whole lot more than protect you and your car. Did you know that State Farm Insurance has a bank? State Farm Bank offers savings and checking

accounts and credit cards. Did you know that you can plan for your financial future with an IRA through State Farm? What about long-term care? While State Farm is only writing homeowner’s policies through Citizens right now, they can still write homeowner’s policies and they offer affordable individual policies for everything from renter’s insurance to health insurance and life insurance. Individual policies are great, but the truth is, clients can save the most when they have what’s considered “multi-line” policies, which is a bundling of sorts of all of your different insurance needs. It’s also a whole lot easier in a real emergency to know who you can count on.

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Cochran says, “Sometimes a client will call me in tears and say that their house is flooding, but I can’t help them because they only have their auto policy with us.” She adds, “We try to give [our customers] all the discounts that we can. Our auto is very competitive, but we are always looking for long-term customers who will allow us to help them with everything in their lives. That’s what we do best. We try to give you the best deal and the best service.” Did I just say that State Farm is also a bank? Why, yes I did. State Farm is also a bank, which is why they can offer auto loans, CDs and mutual funds. In fact, State Farm allows their banking customers to skip “the bank” altogether, because to cash a check, all you have to do is take a picture of it and choose which account to deposit it into. Cochran says, “Our debit cards can be used anywhere, and those transaction fees that you might be charged at an ATM? State Farm reimburses you for those!” State Farm is definitely keeping up with the times, from their interactive and informative website to their new “Pocket Agent” smart phone app, which allows customers to have

access to bank accounts, CDs, policies and even the opportunity to pay bills, all from a smart phone. “If you travel, the app is very helpful, because there are State Farm Agents all over the United State and Canada, and this tool can even help you find the nearest agent when you’re on the go. State Farm is always available, but they give you a choice, you can talk to us by phone, in person, online, or simply through the app.” says Cochran. Of course, Cochran and her team of licensed agents are here for you wherever you may roam, and their goal is to help you choose the best way to protect the people that you love, and the things that matter most especially when it matters most. So when it’s time to choose insurance, call Lizette Cochran’s State Farm Insurance Agency. Lizette Cochran’s State Farm Insurance Agency is located at 3031 East Lake Road in Palm Harbor. Office hours are Mon. – Fri., 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. or by appointment. For more information call their office at (727) 786-1082 or visit them online at www.lizettec.com.

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Motion Council – Adjust. Balance. Thrive. By Marcy Sanford Dr. Jason Hurley, F.I.A.M.A, and his professional team at Motion Council pride themselves on the success of their patients, and over the last year, have helped hundreds of people get their bodies back in motion, starting them back on the road to a pain-free life. “Thank you Dr. Hurley for taking the pain away and literally giving me my life back,” says Motion Council patient Ricky C. “After only a few visits I started feeling better and my back has since become stronger and pain free. I should have seen you a long time ago.” Motion Council, located at 3687 Tampa Road in Oldsmar, is so successful at helping their patients because they look at all the factors that could be contributing to pain, aches, or immobility and develop a plan to help their patients lead a healthier, happier life. “Many times people will become so accustomed to the pain they are in that they begin to accept it and think there is nothing that can be done,” says Dr. Hurley. “We want people to know that they do not have to accept discomfort

and that they can live a pain-free life. The issues that cause pain can be due to an accident, an unhealthy lifestyle, or even emotional stress. We approach each patient individually and holistically and come up with a plan for them to end their stress and pain.” Motion Council offers patients a variety of health care options to help them get their bodies back in motion. Patient Bob T writes, “During my initial patient consultation at Motion Council, Dr. Hurley fully explained the benefits of his chiropractic, acupuncture, and nutritional services and how they could positively impact my personal wellness. Since putting my body in motion by utilizing his services, I have become pain-free and far more flexible and mobile. I can highly recommend Motion Council to anyone who is concerned about their overall wellness and who may be living in physical pain like I was.”

Chiropractic Services Dr. Hurley knows first hand the benefits of chiropractic care. “I have had regular chiropractic check-ups

since I was 13 years old,” says Dr. Hurley. “After college I was working in finance but was not passionate about my job. One day after a visit to my chiropractor I realized that I wanted to do something that I loved and that this was it. It is such a reward to come into Motion Council each day and help our patients.” Countless studies have shown that spinal adjustment can decrease discomfort in your head, neck, shoulders, back, and ears. We have thirty-one pairs of spinal nerves that influence every single living tissue in our bodies, and many illnesses and body pains are caused by misalignments in our skeletal structure. Irritation of one of these spinal nerve roots, whether chemical or physical, can create body tissue and organ-malfunctions. Accidents, falls, overexertion, stress, and other factors can also dislodge your spinal column and create irritation or injury. That is why Dr. Hurley pays meticulous attention to the spine, as he evaluates its performance, construction, and movement. By reducing or eliminating pain on your spinal nerves, your body

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Nutritional Services Motion Council wants their clients to live productive, healthy, and enhanced lives, and they understand that one of the best ways to take care of

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ology, and pathology. Needling acupuncture points on the body invigorates the nervous system, releasing chemicals in the muscles, spine, and brain. Acupuncture is successful in treating many different conditions, such as acute muscle spasms, carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis elbow, plantar fasciitis, muscle tension headaches, shoulder pain, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis.

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Motion Council promotes a positive atmosphere where patients can excel on their road to recovery and getting back in motion. your body is to pay attention to what you put in it; which is why they offer patients comprehensive guides, education, and customized nutritional programs that are specifically designed according to their lifestyle. Dr. Hurley says, “Nutrition goes hand-in-hand with chiropractic care. We can customize a diet cleanse, including healthy eating programs, and nutritional supplement plans, for patients who are interested. Many are surprised at how

much of their pain goes away after they cleanse their bodies of pollutants and begin getting the right nutrients into their system.”

Acupuncture Medical Acupuncture is a therapeutic treatment that promotes the body’s natural healing powers and improves its performance. Based on Chinese theory, medical acupuncture uses modern knowledge of anatomy, physi-

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If you suffer from migraine pain, stress, depression, cramped muscles, low immunity, or injuries, the licensed massage therapists at Motion Council, offer a variety of massages to help get you back in motion. A deep tissue massage may be just what you need to increase range of motion, relieve chronic pain, and improve your posture. A lymphatic drainage massage can help you with a faulty immune system, sports injuries, depression, stress, or low energy. Motion Council also offers trigger point therapy, neuromuscular re-education, myofascial release, and cranial sacral therapy massage. Dr. Hurley and his team of trained professionals will help you determine which massage will work best for you and your desired

outcome. Dr. Hurley says that many of his patients are surprised to find out that insurance covers much of the chiropractic services from Motion Council, and if you have any questions, the staff is happy to check with your insurance to find out what your benefits cover. Patient Martha S. from Westchase writes, “The care provided by Dr. Hurley at Motion Council has been excellent. After my car accident I suffered with ongoing neck and shoulder pain. The treatments I received did the trick and I’m feeling great thanks to Motion Council and their chiropractic adjustments and massage therapy. You’ve got a patient for life!” Motion Council is located at 3687 Tampa Road, Suite 202 in Oldsmar. They have nighttime and weekend hours to accommodate their patients’ schedules. They are open Mon. 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Tues. 2 p.m. – 7 p.m.; Wed. 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Thurs. 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; and Sat. by appointment. To schedule a consultation pleas call (813) 749-7162. For additional information about their services, as well as tips on how to live a healthier life, visit their website at MotionCouncil.com.

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“You Do the Swimming, We Do the Rest!” By Kim Thomas I don’t have to tell you how hot it is outside and how great a dip in the family pool will feel; if you have a pool you already know that. And don’t you want your water to be crystal clear and refreshing any time you’re ready to

take a dip? But who has time to keep up with the chemicals and cleaning? If you want to really enjoy your investment, give East Lake Pool Care a call. It’s a win-win with East Lake Pool Care; not only does the local company offer free estimates, free equipment inspection and free water

testing for potential customers – the first month of service is FREE! That is how confident East Lake Pool Care owners, Greg and Michele Ferris, are that you will be pleased with their service and their rates. Greg Ferris explains, “We aim for perfect water balance. The key is to accurately measure and add just the right amount of chemicals. We use a digital photometer test kit, which gives an exact assessment of the chlorine, pH, alkalinity, calcium hardness, and cyanuric acid (aka stabilizer). This way we can add only what is needed to keep your water balanced. An imbal-

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ance can be costly in the long run because it can prematurely wear out your heater, pump and lines. If your pool is too low on calcium, the water will suck the calcium right out of the plaster!” Michele adds another reason that the digital testing is preferred, “I think it is important for safety. When your kids are swimming, you don’t want them exposed to too many chemicals.” Jason D., Lansbrook resident and a father, says, “With two small children swimming daily, it’s comforting knowing that the pool water is balanced just right. I never have to worry. Greg and Michele do such a great job

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ment or install new equipment when necessary. Earning the Certified Pool Operator distinction, East Lake Pool Care can work on any pool in Florida. “I’m actually saving money since hiring East Lake Pool Care,” says Brookers Landing resident Greg T. “No more trips to the store to buy jugs Let East Lake Pool Care do the work so you can truly of chlorine and all enjoy your pool or spa, with its perfectly balanced water kinds of other chemicals. East Lake Pool Care saves me keeping the pool perfect, so all we both time and money.” have to do is enjoy it.” Like many other East Lake resiEast Lake Pool Care’s services dents, Greg and Michele chose to raise include adding of necessary chemicals, their family in this beautiful part of skimming the surface, brushing, clean- Florida, where you can still enjoy ing the skimmer and pump baskets, woodlands and beaches, while having vacuuming, filter cleaning / backaccess to excellent schools and health washing and tile cleaning. Equipment care. They have lived in Palm Harbor inspections are performed to make and East Lake for over 20 years and sure everything is in proper working with four kids, three in area schools – order; and if there is a problem, East one at East Lake High School, one at Lake Pool Care is a full service pool Carwise Middle School and one at care provider and can repair equipCypress Woods Elementary – they are

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involved in school and community events such as sponsoring the ELHS Boys’ Baseball Team golf tournament last year, “We are servicing our neighbors,” says Greg. “We live in the neighborhood and are always nearby if there is ever an issue.” East Lake Pool Care prides themselves with their professionalism arriving in a clean company vehicle and the crew always wears bright, clean uniforms making them easily identifiable. “Having a pool service is very personal and we want to make our customers feel completely comfortable,” says Greg. “Think about it, you are right there cleaning a pool that is most times right outside of someone’s sliding glass doors. We pride ourselves on providing a very professional service. We are very detailed and neat. The difference with us is in the details.” Customers really appreciate the

care that East Lake Pool Care takes in doing a proper job. Jim W. of East Lake Woodlands says, “I used to maintain the pool myself. I asked East Lake Pool Care to take care of it for a limited time while I was away on vacation. They did such a good job that I asked them to continue fulltime. That’s one less thing I have to worry about.” So, what are you waiting for? Free estimate, free equipment testing and one month of free service – now that is a summertime deal! “You do the swimming, we do the rest.” Call Michele or Greg Ferris of East Lake Pool Care at (727) 409-4414 to schedule your free estimate. Visit online at www.eastlakepoolcare.com for additional information.

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ALS Association’s National ALS Advocacy Day & Public Policy Conference By Alexis Selby This past month nearly 2,000 people with Lou Gehrig’s Disease, family, friends and other advocates, including Cheval resident Gary Dassatti, gathered in Washington, D.C. during ALS Awareness Month for The ALS Association’s National ALS Advocacy Day and Public Policy Conference. While in Washington Gary, among with other ALS advocates, met with aides in 4 Congressmen's offices (Representatives Hastings, Rooney, Posey and Bilirakis) as well as with aides for Senator Nelson and Senator Rubio. Gary says, “We were basically seeing if they were aware of what ALS is and asked for continued monetary support from the House and Senate for the ALS Registry (where data is entered by current living pALS (people suffering with ALS) to try to help find a commonality so that a cause may be found. Currently we have no idea what causes ALS, only that Military personnel are twice as likely to contract this horrible disease. We were

also asking for continued monetary support for the ALS Research Program at the Department of Defense; this is very necessary, especially with the Military connection to ALS.” Another individual who attended the conference’s Rally Dinner was Baltimore Raven O.J, Brigance, who has been living with ALS since May 2007 and has been a leading voice in the fight against the disease. It’s Brigance’s first time attending the conference, and it’s the first time they are having a rally to open the festivities. Former New Orleans Saints safety Steve Gleason, who, like Brigance, is also battling ALS, joined via Skype. The ALS Association hosted this three-day conference in order to empower individuals from across the country with the tools to advocate for policies specifically designed to accelerate the development of treatments for ALS. “During the 3 days, we heard speeches from prominent Scientists and Research Doctors on various issues regarding our cause,” says Gary.

Cheval resident Gary Dassatti (far right) with ALS FL Chapter Board Member Warren Nelson and Senator Bill Nelson’s aide Kerry Allen. “We don't know any more now than addressed the conference’s attendees we did when Lou Gehrig was diagand discussed the transformative roles nosed 73 years ago. Treatments – of adversity and resiliency for those there are none yet. Our main goal in battling this disease. Using his comraising awareness and funding to the puter generated voice he said, “We FL Chapter of ALS is to help with papossess an eternal flame that will burn tient care.” brightly until we see a cure for ALS reO.J., who served as one of the alized.” The Ravens’ senior advisor to keynote speakers during the dinner, player development also shared his

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story at the opening of the 2013 National ALS Advocacy Day and Public Policy Conference. “The fight against ALS has existed for over a hundred years with no cure,” says Brigance. “There is a need for greater awareness, along with funding for research and patient services. My encouragement will remind us of the root of resiliency, which permeates our cause. We will not stop until we find a cure.” While there are many causes to support, Brigance feels ALS is often overlooked when compared to cancer and other more well-known afflictions. Brigance recently visited the ALS

Therapy Development Institute in Boston to tour their facilities and was “excited by the prospects on the horizon.” But a cure can’t be found fast enough in his eyes, he said. He is hoping funding and procedures can be fast-tracked. “My hope is Congress will recognize the devastation of ALS and will champion our cause,” says Brigance. “There are countless researchers looking to unlock the mysteries of ALS. Unfortunately, people are dying in the prime of their lives because the answer isn’t coming quick enough.” Kim Hanna, President and CEO of the ALS Association Florida Chap-

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ter, says, “Only through your efforts can we help to achieve O.J.’s and our vision – a world without ALS.” To become an ALS Advocate so that you can lend your voice to help increase government funding for ALS research and advance policies

that will impact everyone touched by this horrific disease please visit their website at WebFl.alsa.org. ALS advocates are critical to ensuring that lawmakers understand the urgency of finding treatments and a cure for Lou Gehrig's Disease!

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Big Cat Rescue - Tampa Bay’s Best Kept Secret By Willow Hecht Across from the Citrus Park Mall in Tampa is a little dirt road leading back into the woods. This is Easy Street, and it ends at one of the largest big cat sanctuaries in the world, Big Cat Rescue. About 135 unwanted, abused, and neglected exotic cats live at the sanctuary in large outdoor enclosures. Fifteen species of cat call BCR home, the most variety of any facility in the world. They range from the tiny 4 lb. Geoffroy’s cat to an 800 lb. tiger, and include bobcats, lynx, leopards, cougars, and lions. Most were former pets, and others were rescued from fur farms, circuses, roadside zoos, and backyard breeding facilities. The sanctuary, a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit charity, has a two-part mission: 1) to house and care for the cats for the rest of their lives, and 2) to educate the public about issues facing cats in captivity and in the wild. BCR is actively trying to change state and federal laws governing the ownership of and contact with exotic cats. They also have a commitment to ending the trade in exotic cats and their parts. The sanctuary is completely hands-off,

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and does not breed, buy, sell, or trade cats. Situated on 45 acres of beautiful woods with a lake in the middle, the refuge is truly a place of peace and safety. Daily animal care, administration, maintenance, and guest relations are done by a volunteer force of nearly 100, as well as eight paid staff. Big Cat Rescue was founded in 1992, almost by accident. BCR’s founder, Carole Baskin, answered an ad in the newspaper advertising bobcat kittens for sale. At the time, she didn’t know that exotic cats make terrible pets, and thought she’d like to have one. When she arrived at the specified address, she found fifty-six bobcat and lynx kittens in tiny, filthy cages. She was told that the place was actually a fur farm, and that the kittens would be slaughtered at one year of age and turned into fur coats. Horrified, she bought all fifty-six kittens and brought them to her home in Tampa. Word of mouth spread that Baskin would take big cats, and she began to devote all of her time to rescues and cat care. Over time, cages were built on the current 45-acre property Baskin acquired in a foreclosure, once a landfill. The mission of the sanctuary and many of its policies have evolved over time into the world-class facility that exists today, accredited by the USDA and the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries. Many of the cats besides the original fifty-six endured horrific conditions before their rescue. Cheetaro, an Asian leopard, was confined to a corn crib for the first five years of his life, constantly breeding cubs for the pet trade with his mate. They had little shelter from subzero New England winter temperatures. Joseph and Sasha, a male and female lion, were used as photo props, and had their claws and canine teeth removed so

Armani the Leopard they could be chained down and handled by guests. When they came to BCR, Sasha had a collar which had become embedded in her skin and had to be cut away. Sophia, an 18-year old cougar, lived in a chicken coop for 13 years and was suffering from fleas, renal disease, and a botched declaw surgery when she was rescued. All of these cats now have a permanent, safe, and quiet home with toys, good food, and medical care. Visitors to the refuge are allowed for guided tours only. Tours for those over age 10 are an hour and a half long, and are offered every day except Thursday. Children’s tours, for those under age 10, are Saturday at 9am

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“Albert Ortho” Continued from page 1 best results for our patients,” says Dr. Albert. “So having a comfortable relationship with your orthodontic office and doctor is crucial as this is not a one or two visit process. We make treatment as enjoyable as possible for our patients individually. Done properly by an orthodontic specialist, orthodontics is a life-time investment that can achieve amazing results but requires experienced personal care.” A local graduate of East Lake High School, Dr. Albert really enjoys practicing in the area he grew up in and where he is now raising his own family. He is a specialist in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics. A graduate (with honors) of The University of Florida’s College of Dentistry, he also completed his Orthodontic Residency, received his Orthodontics Certificate, and earned his Master’s of Science Degree from UF. Proudly serving communities throughout Pasco and Pinellas Counties, Albert Family Orthodontics offers a friendly, professional staff and a warmly decorated offices equipped with state-of-the-art orthodontic treatment technology, digital imaging and memory foam dental chairs that are

super comfortable for patients. Dr. Albert provides conveniences that many other offices don’t have, from self-check-in options and free Wi-Fi, to freshly brewed Keurig Coffee and freshly baked Otis Spunkmeyer chocolate chip cookies. Enjoy watching a movie or the news on one of the large flat-screen televisions while relaxing in one of the comfortable seating areas or get moving and play some XBOX Kinect! The latest addition to their entertainment areas is iPad kiosks, loaded with the latest apps and movies.. all just a touch screen away! Albert Family Orthodontics caters to patients, parents and all guests in a way that exceeds expectations. Dawn R. says, “My daughter is a patient at the Palm Harbor location and we absolutely love it! Dr. Albert and his staff are professional and very friendly. The staff really treats the children like little adults. I often go back with my daughter during her appointments and I can hear the staff talking with the other patients and you can tell they really care and get to know the patients. I have not ever had an appointment where I had to sit and wait because the office was backed up. They send reminder emails regarding appointments and even follow up with a phone call. I tell all of my friends and family about this office [who are]

Dr. Jeremy Albert and his staff: (L-R) Sheila Constantinopole, Ashley Georgantas, Vanessa Laurance, Becky Amerson, Tara Franz, Brittany Sindelar and Nikki Dixon. looking for a GREAT orthodontist!” Based on the American Association of Orthodontists guidelines, Dr. Albert recommends that patients come in for a free consultation around the age of seven so that he can educate parents on what to expect when permanent teeth come in. Preparing parents ahead of time allows for a significantly smoother transition into braces and everyone involved can be informed of the process all the way around. The majority of patients that come in to Dr. Albert are moni-

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tored at no charge until they are teens and ready to receive alignment. Both regular metal braces and “clear” braces are offered at Albert Family Orthodontics, along with Invisalign. Dr. Albert is an Elite Preferred Provider of Invisalign, a series of clear computer-generated “aligners” to invisibly fix smiles. This revolutionary treatment system is available for adults and teens. “We take great pride in helping our patients achieve the smile and bite they always wanted, with the ortho-

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dontic treatment system – either braces or Invisalign – that is best for them,” said Dr. Albert. As an orthodontic specialist, Dr. Albert is properly and uniquely trained in the mechanics of healthy tooth movement and feels very comfortable using his experience and expertise to treat the most complex cases possible with Invisalign. Fun Contests & Great Community Effort This summer, Albert Family Orthodontics is hosting their 2nd annual “Summer of Music and Smiles” contest! Patients will get the opportunity to win four free tickets to two of the hottest summer concert tours coming to Tampa. Last year’s giveaway was four tickets to One Direction, which to a lot of the girls was hard to beat, but Dr. Albert aims to please! He said, “This year we are giving away Justin Bieber tickets but I also wanted to offer something that adults would get excited about too and I included a contest to win Maroon 5 and Kelly Clarkson tickets. We have a lot of adult patients, too; 30 percent of my patients are adults.” Dr. Albert says, “Social media has become a great platform to run our patient contests through. We have really started using our Facebook page a lot to have a fun interaction with patients

and let everyone know about our upcoming events and contests.” Charitable involvement with his local community has always been a priority for Dr. Albert. He is a member and Paul Harris fellow of the Rotary Club of Trinity, whose mission is supporting local children’s charities. Every year, Albert Family Orthodontics hosts a “Candy Buy Back” after Halloween, where sweets are donated to troops stationed overseas. Albert Family Orthodontics also participates in Toys for Tots through the Salvation Army every holiday season. Last year, Albert Family Orthodontics held a ‘Making a Change’ contest for local schools and was able to give $1000 to J. W. Mitchell High School and $250 each to Ozona Elementary and Madeira Beach Fundamental. “We listed all of the schools in the area that my patients go to,” says Dr. Albert. “The top 3 schools with the most likes on our Facebook page were entered into a random drawing for the top prize. Even though my offices are in Trinity and Palm Harbor, my patients come from all over and the Madeira Beach parents were really competitive.” Dr. Albert truly seems to enjoy interacting with patients and families outside of his office and is always looking for fun ways to show his

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appreciation. A patient appreciation party is even held every year at Astro Skate where patients get to skate for free and enjoy some fun times! You will always be treated with professional care and the latest and greatest in orthodontics. Take it from his satisfied patients, Dr. Albert does not disappoint! One patient writes, “Our family absolutely loves Jeremy Albert and his staff! He has such a wonderful and friendly demeanor with us and with our children. His office is beautiful and super clean with cool video games for the kids to play on while they wait. The actual patient rarely has to wait over five minutes before they're seen, but the video games are great for the siblings who have to come along to the appointments. There's also Wi-Fi access and great coffee for the parents to access. His staff always greets you with a smile and are so pleasant to work

with. I know one of his patients, who is my daughter's best friend, won “best smile” in the yearbook this year.” Get the right orthodontic treatment for your family at Albert Family Orthodontics! You will assuredly enjoy the treatment you receive and all the fun events Dr. Albert has planned for summer and years to come! Albert Family Orthodontics is located in Trinity at Trinity Professional Place, 1806 Short Branch Drive, Suite #102, and in Palm Harbor at 2445 Tampa Road, Suite A. Both locations are open Mon. – Fri., 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. The offices can be reached at (727) 376-2770 (Trinity) and (727) 781-7475 (Palm Harbor) or visit online at www.albertfamilyortho.com where you will find more information. “Like” Albert Family Orthodontics on Facebook to receive upcoming event and contest information!

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Orbit 19 Celebrates 10 Years – Don’t Miss This Party! Orbit 19 Lounge, located adjacent to Universal Fine Wine & Spirits at 1542 US 19 in Holiday, will be celebrating its 10 Year Anniversary with a huge party on Friday, July 19th starring internationally acclaimed MAN OR ASTRO-MAN? – a group whose style mimics the blended instrumental/surf rock style of the early 1960s, like that of Dick Dale and The Spotnicks with the new wave and punk rock sounds of the late 1970s and early 1980s. Man or Astro-man? is known for their anachronistic dedication to science fiction themes, audio samples, obscure electronic devices (such as theremins and tesla coils), and high-energy live performances. Thee VaudeVillains Burlesque Revue also will be present with 10 Beautiful Burlesque performers dressed in Sci-Fi Costumes. Mark your calendar for the and orbit into an atmosphere of pure fun! Orbit 19 is known as the hottest bar in town and features a jaw dropping atmosphere with hipster flair, DJs, live music, couches and lounge chairs, a

pool table, cool people and over 250 brands of liquor, wine and beer all in one place. The otherworldly feel takes you miles away from Pasco County and straight into orbit. Orbit 19 has been winning awards for its unique bar experience for years. Creative Loafing has given Orbit 19 a few of their coveted “Best of the Bay” awards in categories such as Best Kept Secret, Best Night Life in Pasco and Best Pickup Spot and the 2012 Critic’s Choice award as Best Night Life in Pasco. There are daily drink specials every day and every night. There’s always something awesome happening for the 21+ crowd; and unless it’s a special event, there’s never any cover charge to get in the door for a good time. Orbit 19 has a packed calendar that is always revolving; $2 pints of select imports and select beer on tap are the special on Mondays, which also are Open Mic Nights with Stick Martin. Wednesday Nights are “Soul House Radio” with DJ Lyndon from NYC

playing house music with a lot of female vocals and soul mixed in with house beats for house music fans. Nearly every Friday, upcoming bands come in to perform. Bands like: Izzy and the Catastrophics; Jacuzzi Boys and Paleface have performed recently. Every Thursday night is known as Vintage Youth at Orbit 19; from 9 p.m.–2 a.m., VJ (yes, that’s video-jockey) Jason Barco keeps the night flowing with music and videos from modern rock/post-punk/new wave/80s/other eclectic genres. Thursday also features $2 select Kraft bottled beer specials. Saturday nights feature guest DJs playing everything from Underground Mash-Up to Trip-Hop. And, Sundays and Tuesdays are Jukebox Hero nights

where you control the music! Regardless of what night you come, the music is playing, the drinks are on, and the crowd is having a blast. And you can always challenge a friend to a game of foosball. Orbit 19 Lounge, at 1542 U.S. Hwy 19 N in Holiday, is open 365 days a year from 1 p.m.–2 a.m. Call (727) 937-8330 or visit www.orbit19lounge.com for more information. “Like” Orbit 19 Lounge on Facebook for updates.

GETTING READY FOR THE SAT, ACT, AND BRIGHT FUTURES By Dr. Wayne Adams, Former Dean and Full Professor of a Graduate School of Business Dr. Wayne Adams has degrees and advanced studies from Harvard, Yale, and Vanderbilt. He is one of the leading tutors in the country. Fewer subjects are closer to parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; hearts than finding the best college education for their students at an affordable price. The Bright Futures program has been especially helpful. Unfortunately, the major increases in SAT and ACT score qualification requirements for Bright Futures this year will eliminate about 60% to 70% of applicants in 2013-2014 who would have been eligible last year. In addition, SAT and ACT scores are more critical today for college admission and for academic, athletic, music, and other scholarships. What are these standardized, national examinations? The SAT consists of Writing (Essay and Grammar), Reading, and Mathematics, with a maximum composite score of 2400. The ACT core consists of English (Grammar), Mathematics, Reading, and Science, with a maximum composite score of 36. Each exam is given multiple times in fall and in spring. Some key observations! Having tutored high school students for five years across the country with thousands of hours of face-to-face experience including general students and all types of athletes: Most students are poorly prepared for these examinations, especially in the areas of essays, grammar, critical thinking so vital in reading, advanced techniques for math, and overall test strategy. As one example, when I ensure students know all the vocabulary words in an SAT Reading section before starting, their correct answers jump around 50%! Reading the long passage sections on each exam before looking at the questions is, for most students, a waste of time. Time is not your friend on these exams. If you know how to approach the math, it can be greatly simplified. For example, recently I tutored a 7th grader who had not had algebra or geometry, and he scored almost 600 on the math section of the actual exam. His composite on the actual SAT Exam for Writing, Reading, and Math was 1780, a 500 point gain from his baseline.

Current teaching techniques are ineffective. For example, how can a teacher really know what an individual student needs without baseline testing, identifying the areas to be strengthened, and shaping each program around what each student needs for their maximum improvement? Students do not learn by listening; students learn by doing under expert guidance for individual learning styles. Students need to prepare early to do their best on these exams. I often tutor freshmen, sophomores, and juniors as they prepare for the big exam. And with the SAT, you can use the highest scores, present the composite to a college, and they will not know these scores came from different exams. On the ACT, you can miss a question without penalty, so guess at them all. Do not do this on the SAT. About Dr. Adams: His students have been admitted to Harvard, Yale, Cornell, Columbia, UF, FSU, USF, UCF, USC, UCLA, LSU, Ohio State, U Kansas, Boston College, Northeastern, Music Conservatories, and many other outstanding universities, often with academic, athletic, and music/performance scholarships. He has tutored students from Berkley, Central Catholic, Clearwater, Countryside, Dunedin, East Lake, Mitchell, Palm Harbor (regular and IB), and Tarpon Springs High Schools. In addition, he tutors students in California, Texas, and Michigan via SKYPE. He can be reached at 727-2530639 or wwa0811@gmail.com.

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Laura, Ashley, Sarah, Aniko, Anna, Kim and Matt – are all great and we all work really well together.” ,

Continued from page 1 Owner, Peter Pergola, a New York native who has years of impressive experience in the food industry, really takes pride in making his customers happy and treating them to menu items that they will really like. Some of Pergola’s experience, just to give you an idea, has been earned during directorships at high-end organizations such as The United Nations, The Met Museum, the Metropolitan Opera House, and the Museum of Natural History. Locally, he owned and operated Rocky Point Food Services in Tampa for a decade, and worked in management positions at well-knowns such as Maxwell’s Plum, Tavern on the Green, Top of the Park and the Sign of the Dove Group-Yellow Fingers, just to name a few. Wait, so what’s he doing here? Honestly, he’s doing what he loves. And until recently, he was doing it in Tampa as well, at the Jackson Street Bistro, but now, he’s completely focused on the East Lake Café, and you can find him there almost every day greeting his customers and making the rounds like an old friend.

Peter Pergola holding The International Salad which is served with pita bread, homemade hummus, ricotta cheese, sundried tomatoes, cucumbers, fresh avocado and perfect for one or as an appetizer! That's Geraldine in the background. Pergola says, “I have a great staff. Geraldine, Mary, Renee, Mari and Sally Jen Virginia – they’ve been with me since the beginning everyone knows them and loves them here. And the newest members of the team –

A Menu Everyone Can Agree On Their menu has something for everybody, from the kiddos to the grandparents, which is a good thing, because families tend to come together. With plenty of parking and everything from the regular breakfast favorites to high-end omelets, sandwiches, burgers and signature items inspired by places all around the world on the menu, it’s often the one place that everyone can agree on. There are weekly specials where new items are always introduced or reintroduced and because the menu offers so many choices, it makes it an easy choice for people to come again and again, because there’s so much to try. Pergola says, “I believe we set the bar as a restaurant that caters to its customers. Our menu has both sides of the gamut from our new stuffed French toast that is stuffed with sweetened cream cheese with strawberries, dipped in our secret batter and deep fried, to our healthier choices like the egg white frittata.” Dr. John B. Stevens is a retired

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clinical physician who now helps people lose weight and live healthier lives as a wellness coach. He frequents The East Lake Café at least a few times a week. He says, “This place has the healthiest food and the best food around, and I bring my patients here to eat. I see people eat better here, and it’s tops in the county. They even do substitutions, and that flexibility makes patients eat healthier.” Being on a diet myself, I went with “my regular” egg whites with toast and tomato slices, and I was impressed by the large portion! Also, the egg whites were not from a carton but from (gasp) eggs! My girls had Mickey-Shaped pancakes with whipped cream and fresh fruit, and, the pancakes were so good, I ate at least an ear by myself. With healthy menu items such as fruit parfaits, veggie quiche, wraps and salads, the health conscious will definitely have a plethora of choices to pick from, (which means I don’t have to have the scrambled egg-whites out of habit the next time I take my family out for brunch!). Pergola prides himself on his menu, and makes sure to feature signature items that you can’t find at

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The California Eggs Benedict other restaurants in town, like his Mediterranean Omelet, his Cashew Poppy Chicken Salad and his Margarita Ciabatta, which is made with fresh mozzarella, fresh basil, roasted red pepper, tomato, pesto mayo and pressed to perfection. (By the way, they sent me home with this, and it was amazing!). That said, they also have what many say are the best Eggs Benedict in town, offering 6 different styles, and leaving people rubbing their bellies and planning their next visit. From

Cashew Poppy Chicken Salad Belgian waffles to their Texas-sized Texas French Toast, to their pancakes and their burgers, really, you’re just going to have to come and try The East Lake Café for yourself. Pergola says, “Everything here is made to order, and if there’s something you’d like that not’s on the menu, if we have the ingredients in the kitchen, we’ll make it for you!” Let East Lake Café Cater Your Next Big Event! I don’t know about you, but if

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feels like this year is just flying by, which means before you know it, the kids will be back in school and it will be time to ramp up for all of the fall and holiday parties that we all look forward to! Already, a lot of local East Lake businesses turn to The East Lake Café to cater their events, both big and small. From Welcome Back Breakfasts for teachers and staff at our local schools to company events and Christmas parties, The East Lake Café has a thriving catering business. Experienced, dependable and delicious, catering is one of the things that Pergola really enjoys doing. He says, “We currently do a majority of the catering for Moss Feaster Funeral Homes, and because we close at 3 p.m., we can also have people here after hours for events. Our dining room holds 70 people comfortably in here.” Always involved in the community, with local schools, churches and families, The East Lake Café is more than a restaurant; it’s a forum for friends, family, and kids of all ages. So whether you’re looking for a place to come for brunch over the weekend, or are planning your company’s big Christmas party, come to East Lake

Café for really great food. The East Lake Café is located at 3430 East Lake Road in Palm Harbor and breakfast, lunch and brunch are served daily from 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. Patio seating is available for smokers and pet lovers and space is available for private functions. Delivery to local businesses and schools is available and take out is always available. For additional information, please call (727) 772-0707 or visit them online at www.TheEastLakeCafe.com.

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