Westchase - Vol. 1, Issue 8, October 2012

WESTCHASE AREA

Vol. 1, Issue 8, October 2012

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Farm Fresh & Made to Order twines a fabulous café and upbeat yogurt shop to form a great new concept in dining. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Green Market Café has a full breakfast menu including a big selection of flatbread sandwiches served with a free cup of coffee and even more delectable choices available throughout the day.

When you dine at Green Market Café fresh food is always a guarantee,

as everything is made-to-order using only the best quality ingredients. "We are a restaurant that thrives on daily deliveries," says Andrew, as he explains how he gets all of the ingredients used at Green Market Cafe from a local farmers market each morning.

At Green Market Café, presentation is just as important as taste, so it

Paige opened Woof! Here it is! in May, and has been busy this summer getting to know the needs of the pups in the Westchase area and tailoring her store to perfectly address all of your doggie needs.

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From the east coast to the west coast, for the past 25 years Paige Allison has been helping pets and pet owners using her talents as a dog trainer and aggression specialist and

her compassion as a dog walker and pet sitter. Now, she has brought her love of animals, talent and sparkling personality to Westchase, and her store – Woof! Here it is!, located at 10106 Montague Street in West Park Village – has quickly become a favorite among local dogs.

See “Woof!” on page 22.

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“The groomers we have in place at Woof! Here It Is! are perfect,” says Paige. “Groomers, Charlotte (Charlie) Cowan and Cathy Steele are so positive and kind to the dogs who come to the store for grooming. They both use positive reinforcement while grooming and never force a dog into any situation where they will be uncomfortable. They make sure that they take plenty of time to make our dogs comfortable when they come in.

Both ladies also take the time to talk

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For the past two years Green Market Cafe in Oldsmar has been serving up healthy alternatives to your everyday favorites and providing the local community with a fun place to hang out. "The premise of our menu at Green Market Cafe is to take your everyday menu items and put a healthy spin on them," says owner Andrew Koumi. Andrew opened Green

Market Cafe in July 2010 with the hopes of bringing the area something truly unique- a two-in-one cafe and yogurt shop- and it is perfect for those looking to get delicious, quality food, while maintaining a healthy diet and lifestyle. "I wanted to create a place where I'd like to go and eat every day," states Andrew. "I wanted to offer fresh, healthy food."

Green Market Café features an open, inviting atmosphere and inter-

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Tampa Bay Local Beads to Raise Money and Awareness for Charity Rather than throw them in the trash, Tampa Bay local Kathi Stoy has found a way to turn annoying directmail political campaign ads into a way to provide food to the homeless. Her creative “NO B.S. Political Beads” are helping to spread awareness and raise money for an important Tampa Bay charity.

Stoy is recycling direct mail political ads to make NO B.S. Political Beads; a line of jewelry made from political campaign flyers. One hundred percent of the money raised from the sale of these necklaces, bracelets and earrings will go to Trinity Café, a 501 (c) (3) not-for-profit, non-denominational Tampa charity that serves meals to the poor and homeless.

“If You Can’t Beat ‘em…Bead ‘em!”

“Too much money is being spent promoting politicians and not enough money is going towards fixing real problems. I want a little of the money wasted on these flyers to help people in need,” says Stoy.

Pam Sica, also a Tampa Bay resident, agrees, “I purchased a necklace because I too am sick of these flyers cluttering my mailbox. Too much talk and not enough action.”

NO B.S. Political Beads are currently available at the Sound Exchange locations in Tampa (813-978-9316) and Pinellas Park (727-545-0042).

Prices are: Earrings ($5), Bracelets ($5) and Necklace ($8); 100% of the money raised will go to Trinity Café. Other local businesses and individuals are encouraged to “Jump on the Beadwagon!”

About Trinity Café Trinity Café has been a beacon of hope and compassion in the Tampa Bay community since 2001. Housed at

the Salvation Army on Florida Avenue in Tampa, it serves over 200 hot, nutritious meals each and every weekday, including holidays. Anyone is welcome – without question or qualification. Since Trinity Café first began, it has served more than 789,000 free restaurantquality meals to the homeless, poor and anyone wishing to receive a meal. The meals are prepared by a professional chef and served by volunteer waiters. The guests sit at cloth-covered tables set with china dishes and silverware. They are asked for nothing in return - no mandatory religious services or counseling or work.

While Trinity Café recognizes the vital importance of providing nourishment to those who are hungry, much more is needed. Together with the solidarity and commitment of its staff and volunteers, Trinity Cafe strives to be a gateway to positive change in the lives of the people it serves and seeks to enlarge its guests’ capacity for self-help and reconnect them to the broader community. Through commitment to combating hunger and homelessness, the organization provides the support and respect guests need to encourage them to become self-sufficient and regain hope for the future. Trinity Café is a place of love, compassion, and dignity… a true lifeline to those in need.

Executive Chef Alfred Astl prepares more than 200 meals each day, Monday-Friday, 52 weeks a year. Trinity Café’s mission is to restore a sense of dignity to its hungry and homeless neighbors by serving a nutritious meal

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while nourishing spirits through acts of acceptance, compassion, love and respect.

For more information about Trinity Café, visit www.trinitycafe.org or email Trinity Café’s coordinator Cindy Davis at cdavis@trinitycafe.org.

If you are a business owner who would like to offer the NO B.S. Political Beads at your business to help raise money for Trinity Café, please contact Kathi Stoy at kpstoy51@yahoo.com.

Editor Alexis Selby Advertising Sales Jim O’Reilly Ken Burke Accounting Manager Doreen Selby Billing Assistant Tina O’Reilly

Correspondents Kim Thomas Julie Kanehl Amy Paterson Katie Thomas Jeff Berlinicke

Marcy Sanford Lenay Ruhl Art Director Tony Sica Graphic Artists Dat X. Do Tony Sica

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Community Calendar The Palm Harbor Newcomers Alumnae and Friends Club Annual Holiday Fashion Show The Palm Harbor Newcomers Alumnae and Friends Club will host their annual fashion show at the beautiful East Lake Woodlands Country Club on Thursday, November 1st, at 11:00 a.m. A delicious Thanksgiving themed lunch will be served with all the trimmings, followed by the fashion show with lovely fashions by Patchington.

There will be raffle baskets and lots of fun. Valet parking is available.

The Country Club is located at 1055 East Lake Pkwy in Oldsmar.

The event is open to the public by reservation. A fee of $25.00 includes lunch and the fashion show. To reserve your spot please contact Marge at (727) 726-7711 or Paulette at (727) 725-9004.

Tampa Zen Center Offers Traditional Zen Meditation Every Sunday at the Treehouse Yoga Center, Tampa Zen Center offers traditional Zen Meditation. The School of Soto Zen Buddhist practice came through China, India and Japan before

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Zen Master Shunryu Suzuki Roshi brought it to San Francisco in the 1950s. Instruction and Meditation practice are free or by donation. Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Zafus and zabotons are provided. All experience levels are welcome.

The Sunday Schedule is as follows: 9:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. – Zazen Instruction* & Discussion 10 a.m. – 10:25 a.m. – Sitting Meditation 10:25 a.m. – 10:35 a.m. – Walking Meditation ("Kinhin") 10:35 a.m. – 11 a.m. – Sitting Meditation 11 a.m. – 11:10 a.m. – Service (Heart Sutra Chant) 11:10 a.m. – 11:20 a.m. – Cleanup followed by tea/coffee, baked goods and conversation.

All are welcome as they enter their sixth year in the Tampa Bay area.

The Treehouse Yoga Center is located at 8509 N. 29th Street in Tampa. For more information or to sign-up for meditation please visit www.TampaZenCenter.org, email tzc@tampazencenter.org or view them on FaceBook.

Learn to Make Jewelry: Classes Now Forming in Tampa If you are interested in learning how to make your own jewelry you are in luck, because classes are now forming in Tampa. Dan Balk, an extremely talented jewelry sculptor, is now teaching jewelry fabrication and design at Singing Stone Studio/Gallery, located at 1903 N 19th St. in Tampa, and is now registering basic jewelry fabrication – for beginners, hobbyists and the artistically adventurous. At these classes students will learn shop safety, metal cutting, basic forming, soldering, and

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stone setting. Each class will focus on simple to intermediate level projects that students can complete and develop with confidence. Jewelry design will also be discussed. Classes are small, enabling you to master skills and techniques under the guidance of a professional jeweler. Create your own one-of-a-kind masterpieces from start to finish, while practicing learned skills in the convenience of a jewelry studio.

For more information regarding times and tuition, please contact Nataly Balk at (813) 247-2787 or email SingingStoneArt@gmail.com.

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Adjust. Balance. Thrive.

By Jeff Berlinicke Not too long ago, Jason Hurley, F.I.A.M.A., was 14-years-old and suffered from back pain. As a young football player, he was doing a lot of weightlifting and training, which consequently took a huge toll on his back and his body.

Dr. Hurley started going to a chiropractor, hoping it would change his condition for the better – it ended up changing his life.

“It worked,” says Dr. Hurley,

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who recently opened Motion Council, a chiropractic business in Oldsmar. “I have always had an unusual amount of back pain and once I started going to the chiropractor, it seemed to work.”

Dr. Hurley didn’t immediately decide to make it a profession. After playing football at Furman University in South Carolina, Dr. Hurley went into the business world, wearing a tie every day and knowing that it wasn’t the life for him. He remained fascinated by the chiropractic practice and decided it would be a better

route for his professional and personal life. He even studied for a time in Honduras and learned that not all countries practice health the same way and that Americans are among the least healthy in the world.

It was that approach that lead him to become an ardent advocate of health and to show people that chiropractic is not all about the back – it is about the mind and the nervous system and the things that lead to back pains.

At Motion Council, Dr. Jason Hurley and his team of wellness experts put their patients’ bodies in constant motion by providing the ultimate chiropractic care, nutrition, exercise and massage therapies available. Patients who have chronic health conditions that cause them pain, steal their energy or lower their quality of life get back in the swingof-things with the finest quality of care through the use of modern chiropractic treatment and equipment.

“Look at it this way,” says Dr. Hurley. “We are the wealthiest country in the world with the best health insurance, yet the rankings say we are the 33rd healthiest country in the world. Why is that? Because we encourage unhealthy eating, we ignore stress, and we don’t take advantage

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Dr. Jason Hurley operates a chiropractic practice, Motion Council, in Oldsmar. He works on much more than back pains, including nutrition, stress relief and other influences that may cause back pain. of good nutrition. It’s out there, but too many people want to settle for fast food.”

Dr. Hurley deals with people of all ages and has often given help to babies. He has previously worked with the Labor of Love Birth Center in Lutz and continues today to work with babies before their muscles are even fully developed.

“Much of back pain,” Dr. Hurley says, “is mental in origin, or at least brought on by things besides actual back injuries. The spinal cord

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controls everything in the body and the brain sends messages to the rest of the body through this cord. The key is the nervous system, and that is affected by your stress level, your nutrition, and many other factors. You would be surprised at how much of a difference getting toxins out of your body can help your back.”

The nervous system is hard to define, yet it dictates much of what happens in the body. Dr. Hurley says, “It is the part of the means by which

back pain can develop.” Stress isn’t the only factor when it comes to back pain, but it is something most people do not think about when it comes to back problems. By the time a person reaches the age of 40, the stress factors have built up and underlying disease process have manifested themselves to a point where now the body begins to show signs of dysfunction – what we refer to as symptoms.

Seeing a chiropractor can pro-

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duce great results and Dr. Hurley, along with his highly-trained professional staff at Motion Council do a lot more than just adjust the back.

They also offer massage therapy – a great way to sooth those nerves that might be causing the problems in the first place – acupuncture, Pilates, Yoga, nutritional counseling, physical therapy, spinal decompression, kinesio taping, the Graston Soft Tissue Technique and rehabilitation therapy.

“I don’t want to call myself a jack of all trades,” says Dr. Hurley. “I can give my patients some of the best basic advice, but every person has to be able to want to make themselves better. It’s all up to you in your mind. You also have to know how to work out. Put it this way – do you want to be able to play with your grandchildren or do you want to have a hard time standing up? That’s the main thing people need to think about.”

Another myth about chiropractic, Dr. Hurley says, is that it relieves pain. Dr. Hurley believes the idea behind chiropractic is to balance the body, allowing injuries and ailments to heal themselves. Chiropractic simply helps the healing process along.

There are 24 movable vertebrae in the human spine with discs in be-

tween. Keeping them all in motion is what allows the nervous system and the rest of the body to work at its fullest potential.

“The back muscles and the body’s organs can usually heal themselves just fine,” states Hurley.

“Other things can be fixed, but the back is the strongest part of your body. Stress, along with eating the wrong foods and taking in toxins leads to back issues. Stress reaps havoc on the body. Chiropractors do a lot more than just fix back problems.”

“Thank you Dr. Hurley for taking the pain away and literally giving me my life back,” says happy client Ricky. “After only a few visits I started feeling better and my back has become stronger and pain free. I should have seen you a long time ago.”

Motion Council is located at 3687 Tampa Road, Suite 202 in Oldsmar. Hours are Mon., Wed., and Fri. 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sat. by appointment only. For more information or to schedule an appointment please call (813) 749-7162, email info@motioncouncil.com or visit www.MotionCouncil.com.

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Belanova Salon is Considered a Highlight in the Westchase Community

By Lenay Ruhl Sitting comfortably in the waiting area of Belanova Salon, owner Elena Filoqi happily reflects; proud of opening her own salon. “It is a dream come true, really,” says Elena. However, Elena doesn’t take all the credit for the success of her salon, recognizing that her dream couldn’t exist without her adored clientele.

Belanova Salon, located at 9660 W Linebaugh Ave. in The Avenues at Westchase, opened on August 5, 2009 and has been growing ever since. “It was an opportunity,” states Elena. “This plaza went slow about three years ago, so it was a great time to come in.” Upon opening, Elena found that word of mouth was the best way to promote her new salon, and that is why her clients hold such importance to her. She thanks all of them and really appreciates how great they have been to the salon and how they have helped spread the word out for her.

At Belanova Salon, they boast of their European roots. Elena, who moved to the United States nine years ago from Greece, studied hair in Greece and retook the courses when she came to America, thus helping her learn many new talents. Elena has been doing hair for over twelve years, and brings with her many years of hands on experience and unique cutting-edge techniques.

Aside from Elena, Belanova Salon houses hair stylists Jose Tamayo, Francisco Perez, Monika Plonski and Brandy Bledsoe, make-up artists and hair stylists Joseph Blake and Elizabeth Perez, front desk manager Petra Catanzaro, receptionist Jordan Ferry and assistant Marta Vargas. Together, this team of highly-skilled professionals will help you define your personal style and give you

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Elena Filoqi, owner the signature edgy look that will leave you beautiful, refreshed and revitalized. “We are team workers, loving people and just great hair stylists; not just one, not just two, but all of us,” says Elena.

Belanova Salon is more than your average hair salon – they offer cuts, trims, special occasion up-dos, full color, highlights, texturizing, extensions and waxing services and are open seven days a week.

The fact that they have their very own make-up artists on staff is just another thing that sets Belanova Salon apart. “Belanova Salon in Westchase has an extraordinary hair and make-up stylist in Joseph Blake, an exceptionally skilled professional who is a rare gem in the Westchase community,” says client Janelle Van. “Joe is a brilliant colorist who always makes my hair look beautiful, and for my daughters, senior prom and homecoming events wouldn’t be the same without him. Joe is a local treat not to be missed!”

It’s not just about their style, services and personality, but also about the quality of their product.

When selecting product brands, Elena exclaims, “We have to love them.” Before a product is used in her salon Elena tests out the product, which has to be proven effective on many different types of hair. This ensures that you, as a client, will only receive the best, highest rated salon products on the market. At Belanova Salon they always have a few selections of brands to choose from, giving

everybody an option. Looking towards the future, Elena hopes to soon become a Kerastase Salon.

One client praises her experienced stylist – “Brandy Bledsoe

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has been my style goddess for six years now,” says Kristen Thomson.

“There isn’t another person that I will allow to touch my hair, as I know that Brandy is one that I can always trust to make me feel like the most beautiful and confident woman when I walk out of the

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(top left)Brandy, Master Stylist/Color Specialist & Joseph, Stylist/Color Specialist/Makeup Artist (top right; left to right) Marta, Stylist & Monika, Stylist/Color Specialist

Jose (left), Master Hair Stylist/Color Specialist & Francisco (right), Master Hair Stylist/Color Specialist (far right) Elizabeth, Master Stylist/Color Specialist/Makeup Artist salon.”

The salon has a very open atmosphere, with sheer, white curtains hanging beautifully from the high ceilings. The natural, Florida sunlight shines in through the windows, reflecting off of the chandeliers. Client Sue Anne Mckaughan appreciates the ambiance.

“I’ve been a client of Jose’s for

over nine years, and I am pleased with Jose’s service,” says Sue Anne. “The salon is relaxing and open, and everybody is friendly.”

Elena is very proud of her salon. “I think the reputation that we have built here is one of the top salons in Tampa, or even Florida,” she states. Although it was a challenge for her to learn

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the business side of owning her own salon, she says, “It has some hard times, but again, it’s a great experience.”

Elena doesn’t want to give the likely reason for being a stylist – “Well everybody says, ‘making them beautiful’. Yes, that’s a big part. It’s more about doing what you love and having great clients like I do.”

Elena takes special interest in giving back to the communities she serves and loves contributing to charities every chance she gets.

“The salon has done a lot with schools and health,” said Elena.

Working as a team, the stylists often share their clients; clients love this because they don’t have to worry since all of the stylists are really good.

Due to their exceptional service, stylists at Belanova Salon pull clients from all across the Tampa Bay Area, including Tarpon Springs, Clearwater, New Tampa,

Orlando, Spring Hill and Sarasota.

Client Liz Blackwood has been coming to Belanova Salon since the first week the salon opened and always gets a color and cut, and for any event she has, she says, “Elena does my hair.”

Belanova Salon stands out from other salons to her because of the staff and their level of talent. She said she sticks to Belanova because, “you’re getting such great service, and it’s right in the neighborhood.”

Belanova Salon is located in The Avenues at Westchase at 9660 W Linebaugh Ave. in Westchase. Hours are Mon. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Tues., Thurs. and Fri. 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Wed. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sun. 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. For more information or to schedule an appointment please call (813) 926-0003, email BelanovaTampa@gmail.com or visit www.BelanovaSalon.net.

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M.D. Complete Total Fitness Provides Results For Life

By Alexis Selby Born July of 2008, for the past four years M.D. Complete Fitness has been changing lives, providing lifelong results to those who wish to lose weight and regain control of their future! “I created a company based on motivation and dedication,” states owner Michelle Dumovich, NC, who has been teaching Pilates and Personal Training for over a decade in the area.

“I have helped hundreds, if not thousands of clients achieve their weight loss goals and have helped them to gain their strength back with my Pilates methods.”

Michelle is a true leader in the fitness field and is highly advanced in the many aspects of health and nutrition.

In addition to having a Nutritional Consultants diploma with the International Institute of Holistic Healing, Michelle is also certified with the National Academy of Sports Medicine in Sports Medicine and Nutrition, as well as Neuromuscular Physiology and Integrated Human Movement. Michelle is also ACE Certified with the Ameri-

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can Council of Exercise, is a Pilates Master Instructor and Pilates Reformer Specialist and is a Power Plate Certified Specialist.

In addition, Michelle Michelle is an adDumovich vanced Yoga instructor, is Pilates with Props and Cycling Certified, NASM-SMR trained, a Gliding Master Trainer and Sports Conditioning and SAQ Specialist. Michelle runs M.D. Complete Total Fitness alongside Ideal Protein Coaches Terri Heiler, Carrie Angel and Kelly Payne, office manager and Pilates trainer Leona Beadle and office assistant Sonya McTarsney. “At M.D. Complete Fitness, education is a top priority and my staff and I are fully trained to accomplish any task set before us,” states Michelle.

Youth Fitness Program Currently, Michelle is putting together an afternoon program for chil-

dren who want to learn about good nutrition and working out. “I would like to invite kids to train on the most highly advanced equipment and to help them develop their strength, flexibility and overall health and teach them to become more centered and focused,” says Michelle.

By doing this, she hopes to help young kids that are having weight and health issues and educate them on how to live a healthier lifestyle. The Youth Fitness Program is set to start in October and will be held Wednesday evenings after school, so if you are interested in enrolling your child please contact Michelle as soon as possible.

The program will consist of a routine of Pilates-based exercises on the Pilates ARCS, with the inclusion of Reformers, Ladder Barrels and Chairs for the older kids. The staff will also will be teaching discipline to the youth, including brief discussions on nutrition and how to make proper food choices.

Michelle is extremely passionate about what she does and hopes that her youth fitness program will help instill confidence, discipline and a posi-

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Michelle’s son Dominick Dumovich demonstrates just how fun exercising really is! tive work ethic in all the children in the program. “It’s all about hard work, dedication, motivation and getting to know your goals and working for them,” states Michelle. She is highly motivated and will help your

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child excel in not only fitness, but all aspects of their health. Michelle says, “Kids need guidance, guidance to help in all aspects of their body and their health.”

M.D. Complete Fitness offers programs and classes for people of all ages, fitness levels and goals including private sessions, duets and group reformer training Ideal Protein Coach Terri Heiler works out with her on the best Pilates daughter Marissa. equipment in the busistaff on board willing and able to ness. Michelle says, “Building self esmake anyone's weight loss and overall teem in my clients is big to me. I see getting healthier happen. We see over clients of all types and also help those 100 clients a week for Pilates sessions, who want pain reduction or wish to pain management, classes, Ideal Proregain their mobility.”

Over the past decade Michelle has tein Weight Loss, pre natal and post natal, Ballet Elite Pilates programs and helped so many to regain control of youth fitness. We are very busy and their life, by not only helping them to love every minute of it!” lose weight and gain self esteem, but M.D Complete Ideal Weight also by teaching and educating clients Loss Clinic and Pilates Wellness on how to live a healthier lifestyle.

Center Inc. is located in the M.D. Complete Fitness really is Broedell Plaza at 8351 State Road an asset to the area, and Michelle, 54, Unit 101 in Trinity. For more along with her knowledgeable, information please call Michelle at friendly staff, really cares about help(727) 463-1250 or visit www.MDing those in need. Michelle states, CompleteFitness.com.

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Dr. Carol Browne Welcomes New Patients at Florida Wellness & Rehab

By Kim Thomas Florida Wellness & Rehab, located at 1820 Wellness Lane in Trinity, offers exceptional Chiropractic Medicine and Primary Care Medicine with a focus on evidence-based, wellness healthcare. Stephen Unger, D.C. and Brandon Delle Chiaie, D.C. welcome Carol Browne, D.O. to Florida Wellness & Rehab. Dr. Browne is a family practitioner who shares a common goal and philosophy with Dr. Unger and Dr. Delle Chiaie – these doctors are united in their dedication to helping you achieve your wellness objectives.

Combining skill and expertise, the team at Florida Wellness & Rehab is committed to bringing you better health and a better way of life by teaching and practicing the true principles of wellness care.

At Neighborhood News & Lifestyles, we’ve had the privilege of getting to know some of the area’s very best medical professionals. It is a true pleasure to see a doctor’s practice expand, knowing that it is due to meeting the needs of a growing, well-cared-for clientele that is coming through the doors because of excellent care. That is what has happened with Florida Wellness & Rehab in Trinity. In February 2012, Dr. Unger and Dr. Delle Chiaie moved to a new wellness center with more than 5,000-sq.-ft. where Florida Wellness & Rehab patients will enjoy access to even more services.

Now, in addition to chiropractic care, physical therapy, acupuncture, therapeutic massage and non-surgical spinal decompression, patients can also turn to Dr. Browne, who brings with her 24 years of experience as a full service, family practice

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care provider. She is accepting new patients of all ages at Florida Wellness & Rehab and is available Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Meet Dr. Carol Browne “I am really excited to be here,” says Dr. Browne. “Throughout my entire career my philosophy has been to treat people how I want my family treated.” Dr. Browne says that it is wonderful to be working with like-minded colleagues. “A big reason that I came onboard is the BIG focus on wellness. I feel like I am getting back to the love of medicine – focusing on the health of my patients.

One of Dr. Browne’s favorite quotes is from Andrew Taylor Still, M.D., who is considered the founder of Osteopathic Medicine.

Dr. Still’s wise adage, “Any doctor can find disease. It takes a physician to find health.”

Dr. Browne received her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree in 1986 at the University of North Texas Health Science Center, Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine in Fort Worth, Texas. She has extensive experience in teaching osteopathic manipulation and family practice to medical students and residents, and has presented many formal lectures at physician meetings.

She was on faculty at the University of North Texas Health Science Center/ Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine (TCOM). She was a member of both the Family Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Departments. She archived the rank of Associate Professor during her tenure at TCOM. In addition to caring for patients of all ages with all types of medical needs in rural Missouri –

August will mark her third year living in Florida – Dr. Browne has extensive training and experience in osteopathic manipulation, which couples nicely with chiropractic medicine. She is experienced in traditional family medicine and provides physicals, well-woman and well-man exams. Additionally, Dr. Browne is trained and experienced in trigger point injections, joint injections, bio-identical hormone replacement, Armour thyroid treatment and other modalities including cranial sacral therapy.

When I met Dr. Browne and learned that she was experienced in cranial sacral therapy, I immediately made an appointment for my mother. She had experienced relief from severe headaches and an overall feeling of wellbeing with this type of therapy before, but the closest licensed therapist trained in this treatment was a far drive from our area.

Dr. Browne was very thorough in her examination, and she has that special something that is very necessary to help someone with a treatment such as cranial sacral therapy – good hands. This type of therapy is focused on maximizing the flow of cerebral spinal fluid up and down the spinal column and into the brain. After witnessing the benefits my mother has experienced, I have come to strongly believe in the benefits of cranial sacral therapy.

Working with all ages of patients in Missouri gave Dr. Browne the opportunity to help with a variety of medical needs, from those of aging patients to the littlest newborns.

The Missouri Department of Health referred several newborns who were unable to nurse to Dr. Browne for cranial sacral therapy; after working ever so gently on the babies, she was

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Carol Browne, D.O. successful in helping them to properly breastfeed.

As an Osteopathic Physician, Dr. Browne has extra training in the musculoskeletal system and how it works. “My goal is to restore patients to normal function as much as possible,” shares Dr. Browne. “I strive to help the anatomy to be as normal as possible so the physiology is as functional as possible. We improve circulation and lymphatic flow, which helps the immune system work better. My job as a physician is to give each patient all of the tools they need to stay healthy and strong.”

Florida Wellness & Rehab is located at Trinity Professional Center, 1820 Wellness Lane in Trinity. Hours are M–F, 9 a.m.– 6 p.m. Most insurances are accepted. Worker’s Comp and Auto Injury patients of all ages are accepted. For more information, call (727) 264-8888 or visit www.FloridaWell.com.

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Choose Wollinka & Wollinka for Integrity, Compassion and Experience matters and more. If you are looking for a law firm to stand by you and your Wollinka & Wollinka has been pro- family when it really counts, then look no further than Wollinka & Wollinka. viding exceptional legal counseling to Local business owner Erik Suojaclients in the Tampa Bay Area since nen says, “My wife and I have been 1971, and has created an admirable clients of Wollinka & Wollinka for quite reputation for going the extra mile, a few years now. We have NEVER spending the extra time and being there when it really counts. Wollinka & dealt with a more professional team!

They cut through all the crap and get Wollinka currently has two offices nearby, one in Palm Harbor and one in us what we need; no fluff, no nickel dime tactics, they just get the job done Trinity, and they are looking to expand and protect the client.� into Tampa and Spring Hill.

David J. Wollinka, Esq. moved to For nearly 40 years, Wollinka & the area as a young boy, and graduated Wollinka has been assisting clients with from Tarpon Springs High School befamily matters such as wills and trusts, fore attending the University of Florida estates and estate planning, elder law, real estate law, asset protection (includ- where he graduated with honors from the College of Business Administration ing tax reduction strategies), corporate with a Bachelor of Science degree majoring in Finance with a minor emphasis on Real Estate. Then in 1986 he graduated from the University of Florida, College of Law with a Juris Doctor degree. Later that year he joined his father, Jerome E. Wollinka at his law firm, Wollinka & Wollinka, and the rest is history.

Attorney David J. Wollinka (L) Truly dedicated to this area, & Attorney Ryan Doddridge (R)

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Attorney Wollinka is a family man and the father of five, so he truly understands the importance of planning long term for your family. This comes across the minute you meet him. His sincere and friendly demeanor puts you (L-R) Marlene, Cyndi, Jamie, Laura, Betty & Gen are at ease, and he and the friendly staff at the Trinity office his staff take all the minor emphasis in Sociology in 2001. time necessary to make sure you have After leaving UF, he went into the corall of the information you need and porate world and actually began his cathat all of your questions have been anreer in law while working in the legal swered. department at a telecommunications In 2011, Ryan A. Doddridge, Esq. company in Dallas. Finding his calling, joined the practice, and has enjoyed he attended the Dedman School of working with clients from Spring Hill Law at Southern Methodist University to Tampa, and everywhere in between. and graduated in 2009 with a Juris Attorney Doddridge is a very likeable Doctor degree. Attorney Doddridge young man who is from the Tampa Bay and his family are happy to be back in area as well, and graduated from St. Pethe area, and in addition to his relatersburg High School in 1998 before tively new position at Wollinka & heading off to college where he also Wollinka, he is a new officer in the West graduated from the University of Pasco Bar Association and is working Florida. He earned a Bachelor of Scitowards becoming President. ence, majoring in Psychology with a

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tablishing trusts, and drafting advanced directives and powers of attorney. Their experience in this area is invaluable and they understand that preparing for people’s future in the event that something happens to (L-R) Kathy, Julie, Edie, Joan & Maria (Jean not in them is a very delicate matter, but an picture) are the friendly staff at the Palm Harbor office important one.

Many of us Client Scott Angle says, “As a Fidon’t have official wills, and have not nancial Advisor, I have had several exestablished trusts for our children or periences and interactions with made tough decisions like who will be attorneys. Working with Ryan Dodin charge of our financial and medical dridge and Wollinka & Wollinka has decisions if we were to become incapacnever been anything other than topitated. Many of us also mistakenly benotch. Ryan is extremely professional lieve that this kind of preparation is and makes himself extremely available. reserved for the excessively wealthy.

If you want to meet with an attorney While Wollinka & Wollinka is experithat acts like a real person and treats enced in helping wealthy clients, they you the same, Ryan Doddridge and are also experienced at helping the rest Wollinka & Wollinka should be at the of us prepare for what must be looked top of the list.” at as the inevitable. The important Attorney Doddridge also is workquestion really needs to be asked: Who ing on executing an informative email will take care of your children if you are blog that will keep Wollinka & incapacitated? Where will they stay in Wollinka clients informed of updates at the interim? If you do not have a propthe practice and in the many laws that affect us daily. This is in addition to the erly drawn will and/or advanced direcannual newsletter and other many ways tive, your children could needlessly get caught up in the judicial system, while that the staff at Wollinka & Wollinka keeps people informed. The staff at the court costs and attorney fees rise for the family. law firm is just as dedicated to helping Attorney Wollinka says, “Failure to their clients as the attorneys, and they establish the right kind of documents all work together to maintain an excelcan result in 10 times that in court lent relationship. costs and attorney’s fees to institute a guardianship.” What could be more Estate Planning important? That’s why Wollinka & This kind of law often requires a long-term relationship that, like any re- Wollinka provides free consultations for their clients. lationship, is built on trust and underAt Wollinka & Wollinka, there is a standing. The attorneys of Wollinka & variety of affordable packages that can Wollinka are experienced in estate planhelp their clients prepare for the future. ning, which includes creating wills, es-

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They understand that there can be no “one-size-fits-all” plan for your family.

Wollinka & Wollinka is experienced at helping you protect your assets by sharing strategies that help to limit estate and gift taxes, which can make a large impact on your family after a loved one dies.

Wollinka & Wollinka’s many years of experience have given them the compassion that is so important when working with grieving families. They understand the emotions involved and can administer an individual’s estate with compassion. When someone passes away, the person chosen to represent the estate analyzes the assets and debts. After debts are paid, the remaining assets are distributed to the beneficiaries. The attorneys at Wollinka & Wollinka know how to handle these delicate situations and work with families to make the process go as smoothly as possible. If any problems arise, they are ready to help iron them out.

Elder Law Unfortunately many of our senior citizens do not get the care that they deserve. Some believe that it is one of the biggest failures in our society, how we do not better care for those who are no longer able to take care of themselves. Wollinka & Wollinka has been protecting senior citizens for many years, and can help families navigate the many complicated issues that may arise through Medicaid, determining guardianship, incapacity planning and the many estate planning directives that need to be decided ahead of time.

Real Estate Buying, selling, renting or leasing real estate can be an immensely confusing endeavor. That’s why it is important to have all of your documents in place to protect yourself, your family, your assets and your property. Wollinka

& Wollinka is adept at working with all matters of real estate issues and even has a title insurance company. They don’t just dabble in Real Estate Law; they truly understand it and can help their clients be prepared for unforeseen circumstances. In the end, it’s always about protecting their clients and staying current on all of the changing laws that effect real estate in Florida and beyond. They handle title insurance, purchases, sales, refinances, can navigate complicated closing procedures and can help write leases. If there’s ever a dispute between a buyer and a seller, it’s important to have someone at the ready to take your side and pull you through the fog that can be Real Estate Law. Commercial real estate is a different animal than residential, and Attorney Wollinka says, “You should always have an attorney regardless, in this type of transaction because of the contracts involved.” He goes on to describe the many crediting and debiting issues, rental roles and contracts with tenants that are so important in commercial real estate.

When choosing a law firm to represent you, protect your assets and your family, and to help you navigate the complicated laws of our state, it’s crucial that you choose a law firm that you can trust. Turn to Wollinka & Wollinka for all of your estate planning, real estate, elder law and asset protection needs.

Wollinka & Wollinka’s Palm Harbor office is located at 3204 Alternate 19 N.; phone is (727) 7815444. Wollinka & Wollinka’s Trinity office is located in the Trinity Professional Center (at the corner of Little Rd. and Mitchell Blvd.) at 1835 Health Care Drive; phone is (727) 937-4177. Please visit www.Wollinka.com for additional information.

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Get Pampered at C Nails in Oldsmar Owner May Nguyen and the rest of her staff were really friendly and treated me to a pedicure that was a There are not many places where wonderful experience. After just a few you can walk into feeling achy, tired minutes in the cushy massage chair, and chipped and an hour later walk out feeling totally rejuvenated and per- the tension in my neck was gone; the warm and luxurious foot bath and fectly polished. After one visit to the foot massage rejuvenated me and bright and cheery C Nails, located at when they were finished my feet not 4058 Tampa Road in Oldsmar, I could see why it is quickly becoming a only looked great but I felt like a new woman. favorite of Westchase area residents.

May has plenty of experience in the nail salon business – working in salons for 14 years and owning one in Palm Harbor for 7 years – and has owned C Nails for just over a year.

When the space in Oldsmar became available, May took the chance and opened up her new salon and she has reC Nails is conveniently located at 4058 Tampa ally enjoyed getting to Road in Oldsmar.

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know new clients in Oldsmar, Westchase and the surrounding areas this past year.

Pampering Pedicures Whether you want a traditional spa pedicure or wish to treat yourself to one with something extra, the pedicure specialists at C Nails have a pedicure that will be perfect for your feet.

The Chocolate Spa Pedicure C Nails offers a wide selection of nail colors to choose from. is a divine treat for both your senses and your feet.

All of the pedicures at C Nails are Sit back and relax as you sip on your sure to captivate your senses. From the chocolate martini or Starbucks hot mint and spice and coffee and cream chocolate and soak your feet in a to the orange, lemon and lime zest chocolate mineral foot bath. This pedicures, each one is a C Nails signaheavenly relaxation is followed by a ture custom blended spa treatment. chocolate scrub, a chocolate mousse Another C Nails pedicure that is sure foot masque and a massage with to please is The Rock My World pedichocolate butter cream. Finish up with cure that incorporates hot basalt a beautiful new color on your toenails stones to provide deeper therapeutic and you’ll be ready to take on the and relaxation treatments for you and world. your feet.

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The pedicures at C Nails aren’t just for the ladies. They also offer a toenail buffing pedicure just for men which includes a soothing foot soak in your choice of either citrus, mint or mocha and includes a matching masque and lotion with massage.

At the back of the salon C Nails has a private area set up so couples or best friends can relax and get pedicures at the same time while enjoying each other’s company.

Magnificent Manicures Whatever look you want to achieve, your hands can help you make an impression. The manicures at C Nails are designed to help your nails look their best, while making them stronger and healthier. The technicians at C Nails will help you attain more beautiful nails with acrylic nails, gel nails, silkwrap nails or sculptured nails – all designed to last two and a half to three weeks. The Pink and White manicure is perfect for clients who want beautiful natural looking nails without having to spend a lot of time.

C Nails also offers a traditional

manicure, a French manicure and a deluxe spa manicure.

Perfect Parties If you are looking for a unique and fun holiday party idea, C Nails can help. They can host up to 24 people for a delightfully entertaining and enjoyable evening (or afternoon or morning). Last year they helped several area offices host memorable endof-the-year parties. If you host a party at C Nails they will set up a lovely table where you can bring your own food and drinks and they have plenty

of room for socializing before or after you’ve been treated to a spa service. C Nails can also host ladies’ nights out, bridesmaid parties and children’s birthday parties. Call May today to set up your special event and she will help you make the perfect party plan.

When you treat yourself to a relaxing pedicure or manicure, the day automatically gets better. Perfectly polished fingernails and toenails give you extra confidence and make you feel good about the way you look.

May and the talented professionals at C Nails have created a relaxing, beautiful, clean salon where you can be

pampered. If you haven’t been to C Nails yet, you should go by and check them out for yourself. You will be impressed with the quality and selection of the manicures and pedicures.

C Nails is located in the Oldsmar Town Center at 4058 Tampa Road next to Buffalo Wild Wings.

They have parking spaces available in the front and back and free valet parking at night. They are open Mon. – Sat. 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Sun. 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome or you can call to make an appointment at (813) 475-5988.

Treat yourself to a beautiful manicure at C Nails and leave feeling fresh and polished.

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“Woof!”

Continued from page 1 to the pets’ owners so they are aware of any issues.”

In addition to treating dogs with a tender touch, the groomers at Woof! Here it is! are very talented and skilled. Cathy is a certified master groomer who has won numerous grooming competitions. Charlotte, who is new to the team, has been a certified groomer since1998 and absolutely loves working with dogs. In their capable hands, the scraggliest of puppies will leave Woof! Here it is! looking dog show ready.

Woof! Here it is! offers grooming, hand scissoring and nail trimming services for dogs of all sizes.

Grooming is by appointment Tuesday through Saturday. Woof! Here it is! Even offers a chauffeur service and will come pick your dog up, bring it to the store for grooming and then return your pooch home to you clean, cut, and ready to be awed over.

Paige is also joined by Rebecca and Marilyn, who work in the retail part of the store and will happily help you schedule and appointment and

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(L) Woof! Here It Is! is conveniently located in the heart of West Park Village. (R) Cathy is a certified master groomer and treats all dogs with a tender touch. answer any questions you might have about your dog’s diet and grooming.

Special Events One area Paige did want to expand on was offering pooch-centric events for dogs and their owners. She has started hosting regular playtimes where well-socialized dogs can romp and run in an air-conditioned setting.

On October 21st, pet photographer Laura Allen will be at Woof!

Here it is! to take pet photos. Just in time for the holiday season, pet photos make a perfect gift idea for loved ones or friends.

Woof! Here it is! also plans to host Yappy Hours, private and group dog obedience lessons and agility classes beginning this month and has doggie playtime every first Monday of the month from 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.

To find out about all the latest

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special events at Woof! Here it is! like them on facebook or check out their website at www.WoofHereItIs.net.

Toys, Treats & Eats Woof! Here it is! your one-stopshop for all your pet needs. They have a great selection of cute, clever and durable toys, leashes and dog accessories. The Tuffy Mega line of toys has been tested by tigers to ensure that they will last through years

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healthy. I brought home a box of dog cookies for our dog Jake. He gobbled them down in no time and was licking his lips for more. Other treats that are favorites among the dogs in town include the pup cakes, bully sticks and chews.

Woof! Here it is! carries many lines of grain-free dog food and can special order any food you might need for a dog with specific dietary needs. They can order for you weekly and if you place your order by Thursday before 2 p.m., they will have it for you on Friday.

From grooming to doggie treats, Woof! Here it is! is truly a one-stop shop for all your pet needs.

Give them a visit and you’ll see why they are a dog’s best friend.

Paige and her beautiful rescue dog Bella, a Queensland Heeler Australian Shepherd of play with the most energetic of dogs. Woof! Here it is! also has cool, unique leashes and collars and any training equipment you might need.

This month you definitely need to check out their wide selection of Halloween costumes for your dog.

The dog food and treats at Woof! Here it is! are all natural and

Woof! Here It Is! has a great selection of tasty dog treats, durable toys and adorable dog leashes and accessories.

Woof! Here it is! is located in West Park Village at 10106 Montague Street. They are open Mon. – Sat. 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Pet grooming is available by appointment Tuesday through Saturday. To schedule an appointment, call (813) 920-WOOF (9663). For more information you can also visit them on their website www.WoofHereItIs.net or their facebook page.

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“Green Market” Continued from page 1 will come as no surprise when you find every item is made to look as wonderful and exquisite as it tastes.

When you dine at Green Market Café be sure to come hungry as portions are huge – giving you, the customer, the most food for your money.

Even better, although the portions are generous the price is very reasonable, so you not only get quality food – and a lot of it – but you also get to eat out without breaking the bank! One happy customer writes, “The meals are a good value for the money. I always have leftovers to take home.”

With over 100 menu items to choose from, Green Market Cafe boasts a wide variety of savory selections that are sure to please every palate. From beautifully crafted salads to savory grilled wraps and tasty rice bowls, Green Market Café has something for everyone. "When creating the menu I thought about what I would like to eat," says Andrew. "When we first opened we started out with only 16 menu items and since than have added over 100 new items."

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Soups Green Market Café showcases deliciously fresh soups, including their spinach and feta, butternut squash and apple and my favorite – tomato basil – to name a few. Served piping hot, the tomato basil soup is creamy and sweet and is the perfect addition to any meal.

Rice Bowls Made with brown rice and an array of fresh veggies, the rice bowls are every bit as delicious as they are healthy. From their Veggie bowl- made with brown rice, black beans, baked baby bella mushrooms, red onions, red peppers and diced tomatoes and mixed with garlic sun-dried pesto- to their Asian Bowl- made with brown rice, allnatural baked chicken, oriental sesame dressing, chow mein noodles, peas, mandarin oranges, cucumbers, almonds and avocado tossed in their cucumber wasabi dressing – variety is always an option. The Burrito Bowl, featuring brown rice, baked all-natural chicken, black beans, corn, red peppers, red onions, fresh salsa and jack blend cheese and topped with tortilla strips, is a must try menu item and the generous helping of rice and veggies is sure to satisfy your hunger.

Green Market Cafe uses the freshest, healthiest ingredients in all of its delicious offerings including their Veggie Portobello Wrap & Waldorf Salad

Grilled Wraps Grilled wraps are another great seller at Green Market Café and after trying their Veggie Portobello Wrap I can easily see why – it was amazing!

Made on whole wheat bread, and filled with baked baby bella mushrooms, red peppers, red onions, cucumbers, avocados, basil, lettuce, tomatoes and sundried pesto, and grilled to perfection, every bite seemed to just melt in my mouth and made for a taste that was out of this world.

Salads If you love salads then you will adore the menu at Green Market Cafe, which is characterized by a huge selection of fresh salads. On my previous visit I tried the Waldorf Salad – mixed greens, topped with a generous helping of

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grapes, apples, chopped pecans, cranberry raisins and goat cheese, all of which was tied in perfectly by their sweet honey poppy seed dressing. Each ingredient was so distinguished, yet came together so perfectly, to from a menu item that anyone would really enjoy.

Other salads include the Green Market Salad – mixed greens topped with onions, mandarin oranges, strawberries, pecans, cranberry raisins, gorgonzola cheese and honey poppy seed dressing – and the Buffalo Chicken Salad – all natural chicken, smoked baked diced bacon, gorgonzola cheese, tortilla strips and light ranch dressing a top a bed of California Romaine lettuce.

Frozen Yogurt If you are like me and love to finish your meal with something sweet

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than I highly recommend you try the frozen yogurt at Green Market Café.

Frozen yogurt is a healthy alternative to traditional desserts and is a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth. Green Market Café features flavors such as coconilla, cake batter and taro (made with organic milk) and gives you the option of adding toppings such as fresh fruit and chocolate.

To show appreciation to their customers Green Market Café gives away a free yogurt with every sandwich or entrée purchase, so you have no reason not to try one of their tasty yogurts.

Daily Specials Daily Specials at Green Market Café include Double Punch Mondays, where customers receive double punches on their Green Market or Kiwi Punch Card and $2 Tuesdays – enjoy $2 small frozen yogurts (toppings are additional). Come in Wednesdays and take advantage of free toppings on your yogurt purchase. Thursdays, all kids 10 and under eat free with an adult purchase (limit two per adult purchase).

On Sunday enjoy a free cup of soup with any purchase of $7.79 or more (this offer is valid for dine in only from 4 p.m. until close). Green Market Café has a special which runs all day every day where customers can get a movie

ticket to AMC Woodlands Square 20 and small yogurt for $9.

Green Market Café also offers a movie special which includes two movie tickets, two entrees (up to a $7.79 value) and two yogurts for $28 and is available for purchase every night from 4 p.m. until close. "I realized how expensive it can be going out to eat and then going to the movies, so I worked out a deal with AMC Woodlands Square 20 (conveniently located next door)," states Andrew. "I wanted to make going out more cost-effective for my customers."

Green Market Café also offers carry-out, so if you are in a rush but still want fresh, quality food, it is always available.

“Keep up the great job,” writes a happy customer. “My family loves Green Market Café. We go for breakfast, lunch and a late afternoon snack. We are addicted to Green Market Café!”

Green Market Café is located at 3150 Tampa Road, unit 1A in Oldsmar. Hours are Mon. 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Tues. – Thurs. 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.; Fri. 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.; Sun. 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

For more information or to place an order for pick up please call (727) 787-5494 or visit www.GreenMarketCafe.com.

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