Vol. 5, Issue 8, August 2014
Your neighborhood. Your magazine. The Premier “Shop Local” Community Magazine Directly Mailed To 20,000 Homes In Odessa, Lutz & Land O’ Lakes Areas This Independent Community News, Business & Dining Guide Is Directly Mailed Once Each Month To: Ashley Lakes, Ballantrae, Belle Meade, Calusa Trace, Canterbury, Cheval, Citrus Greens, Concord Station, Devonwood, Dolce Vita on Lake Keystone, Echo Lake, Farmington Village, Fern Glenn, Grey Hawk at Lake Polo, Heritage Harbor, Ivy Lake Estates, Keystone Groves, Keystone Manors, Keystone Reserve, Keystone Shores, Lake Charles, Lake Church, Lake Parker Estates, Lakeside Grove Estates, Northlake Village, Northbridge at Lake Pretty, Northton Groves, Oakstead, Orange Blossom Creek, Reflections, Steeple Chase, Stillwater, Stonegate, Suncoast Crossings, Suncoast Meadows, Swan Cove, The Eagles, Van Dyke Estates, Van Dyke Farms, Villa Rosa, Wyndham Lakes
Trinity Family Physicians Offers Customized Health Care tude of ways since beginning their practice in 2007. They were first in our area to offer a Concierge Practice; patients who participate in that program essentially have an allaccess pass to their doctors at any time, quicker appointment times and VIP treatment. Of course, most of their patients are completely satisfied with the standard, day-to-day practice, and that’s because these doctors work hard with their experienced staff to anticipate patient concerns, and to communicate as clearly and effectively as possible. Combined with a paperless office and a patient portal for records and pre-
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tiful cosmetic dentistry, while his empathy and patience make him a brilliant family dentist. Patients love Dr. Wahba’s sincere spirit and the excellent care that he and his staff provide. Michelle B. of Land O’ Lakes has just one word to describe her experience at St. Luke’s Dental, “EXCELLENT!” St. Luke’s Dental is located at 1908 Land O’ Lakes Boulevard on the second floor of the beautiful St. Luke’s Lakeside Plaza in Lutz. The building was newly constructed in 2008 with the design, layout and finishing all done by Dr. Wahba, in order to provide the best facility possible for See “St. Luke’s Dental” on page 28
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HCSO Tourney Success.........3 Community Calendar.............4 Friendship Singers.................6-7 Angela’s Pizza................10-11 S & W Kitchens................14-15 Tampa Bay Rays.............18-19 J&C Consign & Design..20-21 Barstool Mania...............22-23
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When you are working to create beautiful smiles, it requires a bit of an artistic eye along with a skilled hand – maybe that is why the patients at St. Luke’s Dental are so happy with their dentist! Daniel Wahba, DDS, provides the vision of an artist, the skill and knowledge of a surgeon, and the care and kindheartedness of a trusted family dentist. Dr Wahba acknowledges, “I have a genuine passion for detail and precision.” He is a natural-born artist – as evidenced by his oil paintings that are hung throughout St. Luke’s Dental – and his artistic abilities translate to beau-
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Are you tired of feeling like a number at the doctor’s office? Are you sick of waiting around for a doctor that doesn’t remember your name without holding your chart? The philosophy at Trinity Family Physicians is different. Their approach embraces the straightforward, good old-fashioned golden rule, meaning they treat patients the way that they’d want to be treated. It helps, too, that the Trinity Family Physicians are, in fact, a husband and wife team! If you’re looking for a practice that will take your health seriously, listen to your concerns, respect your decisions, and invest their time and energy into partnering with you in
your health care, make an appointment with the Trinity Family Physicians, located at 1817 Cypress Brook Drive, in Suite 101. Trinity Family Physicians is convenient to East Lake, Trinity, Odessa, New Port Richey, and Wesley Chapel. Stephanie Eldridge, MD, MPH, and Amir Shirmohammad, MD, MPH, actually grew up in the Tampa Bay Area. High school sweethearts, they have a tight knit family of their own, so they can relate to the busy families whom they treat, and understand that everyone’s time is valuable. That said, their approach is far more quality over quantity. Board Certified, Dr. Eldridge and “Dr. Shirmo” have created a practice that serves the community in a multi-
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Annual HCSO Fishing Tournament is a Huge Success! Raising $17,500 for the Judeo Christian Health Clinic, the Annual HCSO Fishing Tournament, held on June 21 in our very own beautiful Tampa Bay, was a great success, and anglers from all over the Bay came together to do what they love best – fish! Spending a beautiful day on the water, anglers baited their hooks and hoped to catch the big one – a prized tagged fish worth $25,000. Although the tagged fish was never found and swims on uncaught, there were many other great prizes awarded that day to anglers who caught the biggest fish of the three tournament species –Snook, Redfish and Trout.
measured in with a combined total of 88 1/2 inches – wow! There were also awards given to the single fish category, for anglers who caught the longest fish in each of the three categories. Winners are as follows:
Snook Category 1st Billy Alstrom 38 3/4 in 2nd Tom Stringfield 38 1/4 in 3rd Grabiel Himbera 37 1/2 in
Redfish Category 1st Matt Yaquinto 48 in, 2nd R.J. Brown 44 in, 3rd Chad Wiggins 33 in
Slam, Winner The Slam Winner, awarded to the team with the longest combined total length of all three fish, was proudly won by Team Hot Pass, whose Snook, Redfish and Trout
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Trout Category 1st Phil Bauman 25 in, 2nd Nancy Bauman 23 3/4 in 3rd Steve Robinson 23 1/2 in
After returning from the water, anglers enjoyed a delicious dinner and some exceptional raffle giveaways, including a brand new boat! All in all, this tournament was so much fun, and although The Neighborhood News & Lifestyles Fishing Team didn’t catch the biggest fish, we sure did enjoy our time on the water. Watch out anglers, next year we are coming for the win!
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The Friendship Singers – Bringing Joy Through Love of Singing
By Marcy Sanford
The Friendship Singers entertain at Assisted Living Facilities and senior care centers in Pasco and Hillsborough Counties, bringing joy through song.
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For nearly 20 years The Friendship Singers have been entertaining groups at senior citizen and assisted living homes throughout Hillsborough and Pasco County. This December they’ll be celebrating their 20th anniversary and founder Delores Gast is thrilled with the way the group has grown since its beginning. “Twenty years ago I was retiring from my job of 22 years as a church choir director. Several choir members came up to me after I’d retired and said they wanted
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to keep singing with me. After talking it over, we decided that there was a need for a choir group to sing to people at senior citizen and assisted living homes. Our first concert was at Shady Palms Retirement Home in December of 1994.” Since that first concert The Friendship Singers have grown from 12 members to more than 40 and they’ve entertained thousands of people. “We perform twice a month,” says Delores. “The most wonderful part of being in The Friendship Singers is to see the happy faces of the residents
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great way to volunteer while doing something you love.” The only requirement for becoming one of The Friendship Singers is a love of singing. The group practices twice a month at the Land O’ Lakes Senior Citizens Center and typically performs twice a month at homes and centers throughout Hillsborough and Pasco County. For more information on becoming a member, please contact Joe Berling at 813-997-1454 or jberling@tampabay.rr.com or Joyce Ruby at 813-468-3095, or email joyceruby99@yahoo.com. during our performances. Many of them don’t have visitors on a regular basis and it is nice to be able to entertain them and bring some joy into their lives.” Delores says that the group is open to anyone who is interested in singing, “our youngest member is a high school student and our oldest is 92 years old. We have people who live all over the area from Dade City to Carrollwood, Odessa to Wesley Chapel. In addition to the joy we get from performing for nursing home residents, we have all become like family to each other. It is a wonderful
group of people.” Friendship Singers member Joe Berling agrees that the group is a wonderful way to volunteer and meet other people. “My wife and I were looking for volunteer work when we came across information about the group. I had been in my high school glee club and we both enjoyed singing. It is wonderful to see the happiness that we bring to residents. Usually we sing songs from the 30s, 40s, 50s, or 60s - songs that will be familiar to the residents of the home. We also try to take a stuffed animal or other gift to give to every resident. It is a
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Angela's Pizza Has Your Specials for Football Season! By Katie Thomas Football fans everywhere are getting excited because it’s time to pull out the old team jersey and get rowdy for your favorite team. Angela’s Pizza Shop is ramping up for football season with some excellent deals! Football fanatics everywhere will be working on their fantasy leagues, cheering the loudest at games and hosting game day parties, and Angela’s Pizza in Odessa knows how to please everyone – feed them with handcrafted pizza, zesty wings and hearty subs. Located on Gunn Highway, Angela’s Pizza is the perfect spot for your favorite foods on game days and every other day too! Angela’s pizza is always a great value and the convenient location makes it perfect for pick up or if you are in the delivery area, you can have it delivered right to your door. Angela’s Pizza always hits the spot. Let me put it like this – Angela’s Pizza Shop is a touchdown! Josh Chabator opened Angela’s Pizza Shop when he was 21. Fast forward four years, and he still loves every day of running his business. Josh is the heart of the restaurant and has a passion for creating great food that uses the best quality ingredients. Born in Florida with an Italian parentage, Josh is just what you would expect from a young restaurant owner: energetic, bright and ready to take on a challenge. A true Floridian, you can find Josh at the
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beach or wakeboarding on his days off and while he is on the job his Italian heritage comes out shining. His menu is composed of a great blend of American and Italian favorites. Josh has a real passion for fresh, flavorful food and his menu has mega variety, so you can feed everyone with something they will enjoy! Josh, 25 now, is honing his techniques and still making the food he loves best because it is what he knows best! Josh says, “We want our customers to know we are young, hardworking and dedicated to Fresh made pies that are built to satisfy! Order from the specialty pizzas on the menu at serving them with unAngela’s Pizza in Odessa, or have them make it just the way you like it. matched service and Pizza, wings, subs and more all American & Italian favorites await you at Angela’s Pizza. quality food.” Josh makes sure that Angela’s Pizza choices from hand-made pizza pies, American favorites such as Philly Shop sends out food that is consistraditional Italian dishes and a wide cheese steak, tuna, Hawaiian and tently delicious, so customers will selection of American fare, there is Buffalo chicken. The guys are always want to come back. He says, “We something for everyone to enjoy. working to create what customers strive to provide the exact same From appetizers and wings, stromenjoy and love so if you have a cerproduct at each location, so as we boli and calzones, to salads, wraps, tain preference, let them know! grow, you’ll be able to eat your fasubs, hoagies, pastas and burgers – While everything on the menu is vorite meals at all times!” Angela’s Pizza aims for perfection. delicious, you’ll never tire of the Angela’s Pizza Shop has a large Subs cover the traditional chicken or pizza! It is baked to perfection in the menu full of delicious variety with meatball Parmesan, as well as allbrick oven, with ample toppings to
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choose from. The gourmet Grande cheese that Angela’s Pizza Shop uses on their pies is better than delicious! You can choose from a wide selection of toppings with seven meats and thirteen vegetables! Try one of Angela’s specialty pizzas and you can just taste the pride that goes into making each and every individual pie. My personal favorite, the White Pizza is made from a delicious blend of ricotta, mozzarella, parmigiano-reggiano and fresh garlic – it is delicious! Angela’s Pizza Shop has perfected their pizza dough, which is handmade every morning. You’ll never receive left-over-from-the-daybefore dough in Angela’s kitchen! Josh even uses water from his original location, so the taste is the same at each location.
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If you have a sweet craving you’ve got to try the signature dessert at Angela’s Pizza Shop, the mouth-watering and addictive X’Plodie, comprised of pizza dough with a sweet dusting of powdered sugar and a filling of fresh cannoli cream, fried to perfection.
Weekly Specials and Game Day Deals! Angela's daily specials include: • 2 large cheese pizzas for $19.99 plus tax • 2 slices of cheese pizza and a drink for $4.95 plus tax • 2 medium cheese pizzas for $14.99 plus tax • GAME DAY SPECIAL: 1 large 4-topping pizza, 10 wings & garlic knots – $21.99 plus tax If you are looking for delicious tasting food at great deals, you just can’t beat Angela’s Pizza Shop in Odessa. Angela’s Pizza Shop is located at 17773 Gunn Hwy. in Odessa at the corner of Gunn Hwy. and Van Dyke Rd. It is open 7 days a week: Mon. – Sat., 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and on Sun. from 12–9 p.m. To place an order, call 813-920-0007. Visit AngelasPizzaShop.com online to see the menu and specials and “like” them on Facebook.
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By Alexis Selby Whether you are in need of a basic remodel, are looking to completely renovate your outdated kitchen, or are building brand new, S & W Kitchens will help you bring your vision to life. Family owned and operated, since 1977 S & W Kitchens has been a premier source for all your Kitchen Remodeling, Bathroom Remodeling, Countertops and Cabinet Re-facing needs and with the help of their design experts will work with you to create the masterpiece of your dreams. S & W Kitchens was founded on the mission to offer master craftsmanship, personalized service and custom designs to create beautiful and functional rooms for
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all tastes and budgets, and throughout the years their legacy has been carried forward, distinguishing themselves from other remodeling contractors and large corporate chains. On customer writes, “S & W totally renovated our kitchen from top to bottom. Everything was orchestrated, on time and within budget - no issues! They made it easy and I am 250% satisfied. I love my kitchen!” Moving to a bigger location in 2012, S & W Kitchens’ beautiful Palm Harbor showroom is located at 4930 Ridgemoor Boulevard features an amazing assortment of kitchen and bathroom products, including live working displays and kitchen combinations, giving you the chance to
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browse, sample and touch their complete range of quality products. A large selection of options also ensures that you’ll find something suitable for your price range, and with all of their features and design options to explore, walking into a showroom with multiple displays from a variety of appliance, countertop, cabinet, hardware, fixture and flooring combinations will help give you ideas as to what you can do with your own project. “For over 35 years, S & W has practiced ‘Custom-Keeper’ service and they always do exactly what they say,” says Dave Brewer of Dave Brewer Homes. “Our customers love their showroom with so many options available, where S & W can provide just
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about anything they want.” S & W Kitchens has five showrooms throughout Florida, with their newest location making its debut in South Tampa this past month. This beautiful new showroom is conveniently located in the Bayshore Plaza at 3215 South Macdill Avenue. Offering American-made products, S & W Kitchens offers the highest quality professional design and construction services with top quality products at a very fair price. Considered a “one-stop” shopping experience, they feature all of the latest cabinetry, countertops and accessories available. “We come to the market with a very unique product,” says Adam Vinson, the Sales Manager for this side of the
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No matter how big or small the project, the expert design team at S & W Kitchens will work with you every step of the way! state. “We have married the design process with the construction process to bring our concept to life.” S & W Design Team Will Help Bring Your Vision to Life If you’re like a lot of homeowners, you may know what you like, but not what would be perfect for your ideal kitchen, bath, flooring options and other. And, there’s no doubt you’ll have questions about the products and the remodeling process – which is why S & W Kitchens is here to help. At S & W Kitchens they understand renovating your home may be hard without help – which is why no matter how big or small the project, the expert design
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team at S & W Kitchens offers their comprehensive services at no added charge and will be there to help you every step of the way. Adam says, “We offer free inhome consultations and if there is construction involved than we also bring our construction team up at no extra charge. We do a very thorough survey of the scope of work involved. We don’t just do kitchens and baths – we do everything!” S & W Kitchens has eight exceptional designers to choose from, each with their own unique style and flair. Before Stopping by the showroom, Adam recommends you visit their website at www.SandWKitchens.com and
check out their profiles and past renovations to get an idea as to which design consultant would be best suited for your personal project. “We also have state licensed building and plumbing contractors and can do everything from floors, room additions and structural engineering to electrical, lighting and plumbing,” says Adam. “Once a client decides to use our services and we get their specifications, we develop a customized portfolio and a detailed timeline. We explain to them very thoroughly everything that is involved. The job superintendent is always there and oversees everything; even down to the appliances, faucets and handles. It is just like building a home. We keep our clients involved and informed every step of the way. ” Because of their meticulous attention to detail, the price they quote you is the price you will pay – there are never any hidden fees or charges. S & W Kitchens is a Sub Zero Wolf dealer, so they are also to provide their customers with these high end appliances at a great price and can customize your kitchen to the right appliance specifications to ensure that everything fits together perfectly. “I wanted to thank you and your installation team for a wonderful job at my home,” writes a happy customer. “My husband and I were very
pleased with the quality of the cabinets and countertops. The two installers were terrific! They were prompt, professional, and did a perfect installation in our kitchen. Every measurement was exact and the finish detail looks very nice. We will be thrilled to show off our new and improved kitchen and will gladly refer our family and friends to your company. Please extend our thanks to the installers who worked so diligently. They are a credit to your business." Additionally, to protect their customers, all of their employees (including sales associates, designers and installers) are screened by Ask the Seal. Adam shares, “Before we hire anyone they must be approved by the Ask the Seal, a third party verification process, to ensure that the people working for us have no violent offenses and are all licensed, bonded and insured.” S & W Kitchens is a prominent and active member of a number of important industry associations, including the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), the Bath and Kitchen Buying Group (BKBG) and the Home Builders Association of Central Florida. So, if you’re looking to make the most of your kitchen and bath showroom visits, considering making S & W Kitchens your first stop. With their wide selection, friendly, knowledgeable staff, and wonderful variety of design inspirations, you’ll find exactly what you need to create the kitchen of your dreams! S & W Kitchens in Palm Harbor is located at 4930 Ridgemoor Blvd. in Palm Harbor. Their showroom hours are Monday through Friday 9 AM to 5 PM and Saturdays from 10 AM to 2 PM. After hour appointments are available as well. For more information please call (727) 233-1270 or visit their website at www.SandWKitchens.com.
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By Alexis Selby Surrounded by a stadium full of cheering fans, nothing beats the excitement of watching your home team play on the Tropicana Field. Whether you are out having a fun family day, enjoying a night out with friends, or going on a casual date with your significant other, Tropicana Field provides the perfect backdrop for a great experience and a whole lot of fun! And, with new cheaper pricing, including tickets starting at only $10, the Rays have made it more affordable than ever for you to watch your team live and in person. New this season, the Rays began offering Flex Packs, which gave fans the opportunity to pre-pay for 3, 6, or 9 games ahead of time, at an even better discounted price, and pick any of the games they would like to see for the season. They also offer discounts on group tickets and other great packages. The Rays certainly don’t hold back when it comes to giving back to the fans. Widely know for their fan
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giveaways, the Rays are always finding unique ways to thank their fans and give incentives for those who show up early to the games by giving away freebies for the first 10,000 fans that walk through their doors. Past prizes include: derby-style hats, which they gave away on Mother’s Day, bobblehead dolls, stuffed animals, and my personal favorite- DJ Kitty toques, which were a huge hit amongst fans.
Sunday is Family-Day at the Tropicana Field! A great way to incorporate everyone in your family, the Rays have brought back a returning tradition with their Family Fun Days, which is held every Sunday they have a home game. Featuring free parking for cars with four or more passengers, giveaways for kids 14 and under, and a variety of free activities for kids on the concourse, these events provide affordable fun for the whole family – from young children to the young at heart. Extra entertainers are also provided on Sundays,
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Evan Longoria is an active member of the community and volunteers much of his time helping local children throughout the Bay. including face painters, airbrush tattoo artists, magicians, mimes, stilt walkers, jugglers and balloon artists, as well as complimentary concourse activities, courtesy of the Tampa Bay Times, such as grand slam alley, power alley batting cage, speed pitch, Raymond's art studio and Topps make your own baseball card. After the game children will also have the opportunity to run the bases and dance around at the DJ Kitty Kid's Party!
Tampa Bay Rays – The Best of the Best! Boasting one of the best records in the league – including making the playoffs four times in the past six years – you have more reasons than ever to come watch the Rays play. In fact, the Rays have won more games since 2008 than any other team in the league, with the exception of the Yankees – who have won just a handful more, despite an astronomical $900million spending gap between the two teams. In addition, they have accomplished five 90-win seasons in the past
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six years, which is more than any other team in the MLB, and quite possibly in the entire sport. So, when you go watch your home team on the Tropicana Field, you truly are watching one of the best teams in the Nation!
So Much More Than Just A Baseball Team Your local hometown baseball team, the Tampa Bay Rays, have become a huge part of this community in more ways than one and as impressive as they are on the field, what they do outside of the stadium is just as amazing! Mentors, teachers, and “heroes,” the Rays organization provides much more than just athleticism and entertainment – they are community impact leaders who actively strive to make a lasting difference in the Tampa Bay area. Taking a hands-on approach to supporting the community, in addition to the Rays Baseball Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that raises money to help support youth education development programming, the players and their wives, as well as
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more, in all their success, they also recognize that giving back is just as important as the sport they play and that without you – their fans, their community – what they have accomplished would never have been possible; which is why they give back to the Tampa Bay area, not just to show gratitude and thanks, but because they want to make a difference in the lives of those around them! “At the end of the day, the name on the front of their jersey means more than the name on their back,” says Mark. “When people see our logo and our brand, I hope we’ve done enough for them to say, ‘that’s
my team and those are my guys’. That means everything to us!” From playing on the field to volunteering in your community, the Rays truly are your hometown team! So, what are you waiting for? The season is almost over. Round up your friends and family today and come on down to the Tropicana Field to cheer on your very own Tampa Bay Rays and enjoy some good ol’ American fun! The Tropicana Field is located at 1 Tropicana Dr. in St Petersburg. For more info on upcoming games or to purchase tickets please visit RaysBaseball.com.
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Joe Maddon is really engaged in helping the homeless and every year hosts Thanksmas, where he helps feed those in need! many of the corporate employees, dedicate their time to helping individuals, families and organizations in the community through their numerous charities, volunteer programs and partnership affiliations. “We are really proud to be community impact leaders,” says Mark Fernandez, Senior Vice President of the Rays Organization. We take our responsibility seriously and are always
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looking to find ways to form meaningful partnerships within the community. Giving away the money is easiest part, but the most meaningful thing that we do, in addition to being an ongoing funder, is to be actively engaged in the community.” An inspiration to our youth, the players are a true testament to the notion, that if you dream big and work hard, anything is possible. Further-
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Fine Furniture at Prices You’ll Love
By Marcy Sanford Before this summer you’d have to leave the area to buy a cute hostess gift or find quality furniture at a discount price. But now, updating your home or finding a great gift is a breeze at J&C Consign and Design. The store opened in July and has quickly become a favorite in Northwest Tampa. It is one of the only places in the area where you can find fabulous deals on fine furnishings, attractive home décor, and delightful gifts. Located at 8809 Gunn Highway, J&C Consign and Design is a short distance from any neighborhood you live in. Area resident and owner Christine Jackson is looking forward to giving local homeowners a refreshing new option when they are looking for furniture, home décor, or the perfect gift.
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The inventory at J&C Consign and Design is constantly changing – you never know what treasures you’ll find there. You can find large pieces, like luxurious sofas and impressive dining room set to fill a room, as well as home décor items like chandeliers and rugs to help set the tone of your house. J&C also carries all types of decorative accessories like vases, lamps, clocks, and pictures. “We get our merchandise from a variety of sources,” says Christine. “Some items come from furniture showrooms or model homes, many are here on consignment and we also have brand new hostess gifts like Tyler candles, Hen House linens, and Glory Haus plates, frames, and flags. I research everything we carry in the store to make sure that we are selling it for less than you’ll find it anywhere else.”
Consider Selling Your Furniture on Consignment Maybe you really want to redecorate but you don’t know what to do with your current furniture. J&C Consign and Design can help you out. If you need to make room in your home before you can begin redecorating, just
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give them a call or send pictures of the items you would like to sell. They accept like-new high-end furniture and décor and they make it very easy for you to sell your furniture and home décor on consignment. You don’t have to worry about strangers showing up at your door or constantly checking online to see if anyone has contacted you. J&C will do all the work for you. Since they don’t have a warehouse, your furniture and décor will be up for sale as soon as it gets to their store. Christine came up with the idea to open a design and consignment store after selling some of her furniture the same way. She says, “When we sold our furniture through a consignment store, I was amazed at how quickly it sold. I also couldn’t believe that there wasn’t a consignment store in this area.”
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Great Gifts for Everyone J&C Consign and Design carries a great selection of gifts, most for under $25. “The Tyler Candles are a lot of people’s favorite,” says Christine. “But we also have cute picture frames from Glory Haus and festive holiday platters, cheese spreaders, and serving trays. We have many collegiate themed gifts including flags, mats, and signs. We carry a full line of luxurious Hen House linens. We’re going to have a lot of decorations for the holidays including garden flags with LED lights. We want to make sure that we have a wide selection of unique and beautiful gifts at a good price.” No matter who you need a gift for or what room you’re looking to decorate, chances are you’ll find something unique and fun at J&C Consign
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and Design. Go visit them today to see what gems you’ll discover! J&C Consign and Design is located at 8809-B Gunn Highway in Odessa. They are open Tues - Sat 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more info or if you are interested in consigning an item you can call them at (813) 9200800. You can also visit their website at jcconsign.com to get information on how to submit photos of the furniture you would like to consign. For the most up to date information on the new furniture, decorations, and gifts they have in the store, like them on Facebook or visit their website to sign to receive email updates.
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Hundreds of Barstools – One Address! By Pam Sica Much to the delight of many Carrollwood residents, Barstool Mania relocated two years ago from south Tampa to the Marketplace North Shopping Plaza at 14851 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa, FL 33618 on the SE corner of Bearss Avenue and Dale Mabry Highway (a few doors down from Nutrition S’Mart). You will find that charming owners Philomena and George Hamilton (who hail from the UK) and their able assistant Jules will most certainly go out of their way to assist you in selecting or creating the perfect barstools, bars and pub tables that will complement your home décor or satisfy your specific commercial establishment requirements. Barstool Mania has many different styles displayed throughout the showroom from which to choose and they also have an option for you to customize most stools in your choice of three heights (kitchen counter, bar and spectator heights). You’ll see a bevy of various metallic finishes, assorted wood grains, fabrics, vinyls and leather treatments either on the floor
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or through a myriad of samples that are prominently displayed. It is wonderful to know that your rugs, wall accents, cushions, drapes and flooring are taken into consideration when you ask for help in visualizing the possibilities! You’ll be asked about your color preferences, the style you’re trying to achieve, along with the functionality requisites you have in mind. You can even bring in your own color swatches, paint colors, tile samples and special furniture finishes that you would like to have assistance in matching. When there are space considerations to deal with, you’ll even be shown matching pieces that coordinate beautifully with their armed counterparts. Perfect!
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I was fortunate to be able to witness Philomena in action during our interview, when a former client came in to look around. The gentleman was very happy with the two bar stools that he had purchased a few years back, but he noted that he was changing his living space somewhat. With her soothing Scottish brogue, Philomena quickly qualified exactly what he needed, and helped him to realize that he needn’t replace his existing barstools, but instead, just add to their number with several other matching pieces. He was beaming! Certainly, if you have something very specific in mind, let Barstool Mania design exactly what you need for your situation. In most cases, custom or-
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ders can be shipped to the store within three to five weeks, depending on the manufacturer. Interestingly, some of Barstool Mania’s sources can even provide matching barstools and dining sets if you’re trying to create continuity in your living space. Just let them know your needs. I dare say that there are not many companies out there that can actually match your wood (grains and stains) and also provide you the level of customer service that Barstool Mania can! Need extra wide, husky seating? Perhaps a tilt and swivel feature, nail heads or footplates would better suit your design requirements? You’ll find those kind of extras available on some of their stools as well. Not sure if a piece will fit within your existing décor? Ask how you might take it home overnight should you desire to see how it fits in your own personal setting. Even if you find that you have varying heights to accommodate, Barstool Mania has an option for you – gas-lift (pneumatic) stools! They are readily adjustable to suit your changing height requirements as needed. Whether it be traditional, modern, contemporary or even “beachy” stools you’re searching for, in metal or wood (or both), open backed or backless styles, cushioned or not, I have to say
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Whether it be traditional, modern, contemporary or even “beachy” stools you’re searching for, in metal or wood (or both), open backed or backless styles, cushioned or not, there’s something for everyone at Barstool Mania. that there’s something for everyone at Barstool Mania. I was floored by the number of choices in wood backs, fabric backs, backless and armed/armless stools available. The possibilities are endless with a host of different bases in metal or wood. Some stools actually combine both elements for a rich and varied look. Amazing! Just ask to see what options are available for any particular stool type. As far as durability goes, there are stools that have welded legs, many with guarantees from ten years to life, depending on the manufacturer. Philomena explained to me that Barstool Mania deals with more than ten different suppliers throughout the United States and Canada, from
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both the east and west coasts. Get your creative juices flowing and check out their internet page at < TampaBarstools.com >. You’ll see the specials that they are running during the year and a wide assortment of their showroom highlights. And don’t forget to redeem the discount coupon featured on page 15 of our publication! Style, price and great customer service will be sure to score high points in your book whenever you stop in. If they’re closed, go ahead and scan the QR code on the door that directs you to their website. Then take a virtual tour and see the showroom come to life with its numerous floor models on display. You are apt to spot the perfect pieces in minutes!
From what I understand, designers absolutely love to come in and experiment with all the bases, styles, and coverings available to complete their clients’ specific vision. It can truly be said that this is a one stop shop for your kitchen counter, bar or spectator stool needs, along with bars and tables (and even matching dinette sets). Remember, when you buy their bar stools, they’ll last a long time, unlike those available in big box stores. The beauty of this place is that you can choose your own woods, metals and fabrics and make your own statement. Even if your décor changes, just order some new seat coverings for a whole new look. Some suppliers will even use your own fabric if you’re trying to
match existing dining chairs or sofa cushions. Go ahead and give the Hamiltons a visit at Barstool Mania and let them help you to select the perfect stools to suit your style and pocketbook. Prices range from $69$690 and your options are ever abundant. Hope to see you there soon! Barstool Mania is located at 14851 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa, FL 33618 on the SE corner of Bearss Avenue and Dale Mabry Highway (a few doors down from Nutrition S’Mart). They are open Mon. - Sat. 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. For more information please call (813) 350-9975 or visit their website at TampaBarStools.com.
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“Trinity Family” Continued from page 1 I have personally been a patient of theirs for many years, and am so pleased with the kind of care that they provide. When I’m sick and need to be seen quickly, I can always get an appointment, and when I am there, I always feel like family. Honestly, when I needed tests because we were worried we’d found something scary; they jumped right into action, ordered the right tests, followed up, and helped me celebrate when the results were clear. Wellness, Prevention & Healthcare Most of the time, when you go to a doctor, they tell you the typical things – it’s either, “you need a prescription,” or “it’s just a virus go back to bed,” or maybe “lay off the ice cream.” But, what about when, you, as a patient, have concerns, goals, wishes? Are you bringing those to your doctor’s attention? Do you want to learn how to lose weight the healthy way? Do you want to know why you have acne at 35? Do you wish you actually knew what those blood pressure numbers meant when the nurse read them off to you after every physical? Because so many of us are so
busy, we’ve stopped going to the doctor for preventive or wellness care, and that’s a mistake. Only going to your doctor when you need an antibiotic doesn’t allow them to look at your overall health and wellness. At Trinity Family Physicians, their goals are your goals – a healthier, happier you. Did you know that most insurance companies offer at least one free physical a year? That’s right! That’s the perfect time to make a list, come in, and meet with the doctors. It’s a good time to take a look at the medication that you’re taking, both prescription and over the counter, and to discuss the reasons why. In fact, the doctors at Trinity Family Physicians are doing their best to meet with their patients during their well-visit to discuss ways to eliminate or at least de-
crease prescription medicines where possible, and to see if there’s an herbal supplement that may be safer and easier on your body to take. Have you ever asked your doctor for a supplement or a vitamin? If not, you should! Dr. Eldridge and Dr. Shirmo are proud to offer options to their patients and for many people, supplements and vitamins can do a lot of amazing things to help medical concerns naturally. Historically, people have been using herbs and essential oils to help with medical maladies since the beginning of time, and origi-
nally that’s what most of our medicines were made of. Today, however, many medicines are a cocktail of chemicals that can help to treat a problem, but can also cause a myriad of side effects in the process. The doctors’ expertise is in determining what kind of medicine to prescribe, and to weigh those risks with each patient. While prescription medicine is important and necessary, there’s a trend among many patients to ask for less prescription medicine if there are alternatives. That’s why Dr. Eldridge and Dr. Shirmo are proud to announce a
new line of supplements at their office that can help with everything from losing weight to lowering your blood pressure – naturally and safely. Dr. Shirmo says, “It’s important to us to provide customized healthcare to our patients, and to offer our patients choices when possible. That’s why we’ve decided to offer supplements, which can either be taken instead of some medicines, or taken in conjunction with some medicines to enhance them to yield a positive result.” He adds, “But it’s also important to know where those supplements come from, which is why we’ve chosen NutraMetrix, because it’s a U.S. Company, where all of the components are made in the U.S. and physicians are in charge of the quality control of the product. It’s a product we trust, and it’s a product we take.” Offering general vitamins for overall wellness, sleep aids, heart health, safe weight management, help for vision and more, the NutraMetrix line is wellknown and respected, and has created safe supplements to help you live a healthier life, with the idea that you won’t actually have to go to the doctor as often! That’s okay with the doctors at Trinity Family Physicians! They want you to be well, and when you’re not, they will be there to help.
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Using all of the tools that they can, Dr. Eldridge and Dr. Shirmo want to strategize with you for your overall healthcare, help you meet the goals that you have, and encourage you to live a healthy lifestyle. Another way that Dr. Eldridge and Dr. Shirmo like to reach out to help is by sharing important information and tips, so they encourage their patients to “like” and visit their facebook page. There, they let people know if there’s a virus outbreak in the neighborhood, if the flu shots are available, and they also give helpful tools to incorporate wellness into your life. The Trinity Family Physicians want to take care of you so that you can get back out there and live your best life. Make an appointment, and let their family take care of your family. They take very good care of mine! Trinity Family Physicians is located at the corner of Trinity Blvd. and Duck Slough Blvd., at 1817 Cypress Brook Drive, Ste. 101. For more information, visit trinityfamilyphysicians.com online, or call them at (727) 834-8377. Trinity Family Physicians is open from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Monday – Friday. “Like” Trinity Family Physicians on facebook!
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“St. Luke’s Dental” Continued from page 1 his patients at St. Luke’s Dental, and for patients of The Women’s Group (first floor) where his wife Irene Wahba, MD, practices obstetrics and gynecology. The building is a testament of the love and passion these two doctors have for providing an outstanding level of care to their patients. Dr. Wahba graduated from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1996 and did his residency in periodontics. With more than 15 years of experience working in private practice settings, he knew what he wanted to bring to his own practice and when you visit St. Luke’s Dental, it is clear that Dr. Wahba has provided the very best for his patients. The office is beautifully decorated, and is spacious and serene. It is high-tech meets spaserene with its onsite lab and sophisticated equipment, complimented by massaging dental chairs and a lakeside view. The custom-built office helps make going to the dentist a nice experience; but it is the exceptional care provided by Dr. Wahba and his staff that truly make patients smile! St. Luke’s Dental treats patients
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of all ages and is fully handicap accessible. Dr. Wahba provides dental treatment for special needs children and tries to accommodate all parents who want to be in the treatment room with their child. Patients both young and old love Dr. Wahba, who believes that you are never too old to enjoy good teeth. “It’s about quality of life,” shared Dr. Wahba as he told the story of a 97-year-old patient who had been suffering with ill-fitting dentures for years, and rediscovered the joy of food with his new dental implants. “His children are in their 70s and are thrilled that he is so much happier now being able to eat anything.” Once they meet Dr. Wahba, patients don’t want to go anywhere else; and they don’t have to because he is trained to provide dental care ranging from simple fillings to root canals and crowns, and even complete restorative dentistry with implants. He is considerate of his patients and thinks of their time restraints when planning their treatment, and strives to make their dental care as affordable for them as possible. “People really appreciate that, many times, we can help in one visit,” shared Dr. Wahba. “For instance, we can do a root canal and crown in one visit so that the patient
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doesn’t have to take extra time off work. My patients are not having to make a separate appointment to see a specialist because we provide care from A to Z.” Dr Wahba’s experience and specialty training in periodontics, implantology, and cosmetics have prepared him to provide a wide scope of dental treatment; it is a rare occasion that a patient is referred to another provider. This adds cost effectiveness to dental treatment. St Luke’s Dental also offers help to patients who suffer from sleep apnea with a great new device that replaces the CPAP and Daniel Wahba, DDS (middle) other uncomfortable night guard Jenna Strickland & Connie Rivera appliances used to treat jaw disorders. He explained the TAP-3 deformed. He said, “I am very attentive vice, “Patients love it! It resolves the to the psychology of dentistry and I problem in 90 percent of patients. Historically, people don’t like the rigid understand that some patients come here with concerns and fears about and uncomfortable devices, but we make a more sophisticated device with dentistry because of previous experiences. Some people want to be edua softer inner lining that is more comcated and talked to through the fortable on the teeth.” procedure and some people want to tune it out.” Patients Love St. Luke’s Dental For those who want to tune out, Dr. Wahba feels that it is imporSt. Luke’s makes it easy with high tant to make sure his patients are not only comfortable, but that they are in- tech, quiet drills, and flat screen TVs
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St. Luke’s Dental in Lutz was designed and finished by Dr. Daniel Wahba and seamlessly combines sophisticated technology with serenity and beauty and massaging chairs for a nice distraction. Those patients who want details will get them. An intraoral camera and flat screen monitor enable Dr. Wahba to show patients exactly what he needs to do and he will explain every step if that is what the patient wants. Patient Carolina J. from Lutz wrote of her experience at St. Luke’s Dental, “I had a great experience and look forward to having all my dental work there. Everyone is incredibly kind and always made sure I was comfortable.” Lydia B. of Odessa was happy to
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get everything taken care of swiftly, “[Dr. Wahba] found two cavities at annual checkup and was able to take care of it right then! Not having to make another appointment and come back again.” The Russell family was happy to find a dentist that they could rely on, stating, “We moved to the Lutz area from MA about three years ago and started searching for a gentle and honest dentist. We tried quite a few without success until we found Dr. Wahba. He was exactly what we were looking for.”
If you are looking for a dental office that provides comprehensive dental care, turn to St Luke’s Dental, where Dr Wahba provides a variety of dental services including cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign orthodontic movement, implant placement and restoration, root canal therapy, extractions and removable dentures. Dr. Wahba’s dental hygienist is Connie Rivera. Dr. Wahba said, “She is adored and loved by everyone. I frequently hear that she is the best hygienist they’ve ever had. She very accurate and thorough, and patients say she is painless which is hard to find – someone who is thorough and gentle.” Dental assistant Jenna Strickland, like Connie and Dr. Wahba, is personable and friendly. It is easy to see why patients like this dental office. Dr. Wahba cares for his patients
and his community and has volunteered his services at the Florida Mission of Mercy and Smile Faith Foundation. Experience artistry in dentistry at St. Luke’s Dental, home of comprehensive and caring dentistry. If you don’t have insurance, for only $59 you can have an initial exam, consultation and basic x-rays (offer only good in absence of gum disease). And for a limited time, Dr. Wahba is offering free teeth whitening with any orthodontic treatment. St. Luke’s Dental is located at 1908 Land O’ Lakes Boulevard, Suite 3, in the St. Luke’s Lakeside Plaza in Lutz. Hours are 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Tues. – Fri. For an appointment, please call 813-909-1555. Visit online at stlukesdental.org for more information.
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