Trinity - Vol. 10, Issue 8, August 2014 by Tampa Bay News & Lifestyles Magazine

Vol. 10, Issue 8, August 2014

Your neighborhood. Your magazine. The Premier “Shop Local” Community Magazine Directly Mailed To 18,000 Homes In Trinity & Surrounding Areas This Independent Community News, Business & Dining Guide Is Directly Mailed Once Each Month To: Aristida, Champion’s Club, Chelsea Place, Country Place, Ellington Estates North, Ellington Place, Fairway Springs, Fox Hollow, Foxwood, Greenbrook Estates, Heritage Lake, Heritage Springs, Hills Of San José, Hunter’s Ridge, Hunting Creek, Longleaf, Magnolia Estates, Nature’s Hideaway, Oak Ridge, Riverbend, Riverchase, River Crossing, River Oaks, Riverside Estates, Riverside Village, Riverside Villas, Seven Springs Golf & Country Club, Southern Oaks, Spring Lake, The Sabals, Thousand Oaks, Timber Greens, Trinity, Trinity East, Trinity Oaks, Trinity West, Veterans Village, Woodbend, Woodgate, Wyndgate & Wyndtree

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-

scriptions, the doctors at Trinity Family Physicians truly make a difference. See “Family Physicians” on page 52

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knowledge to our roofing jobs,” says Stephen. “At Arry’s, we have many commercial customers in addition to our residential ones. This means we are able to bring all of our experience and expertise to every customer no matter the size of the project – from replacing an entire roof to repairing a small section.” It’s this experience and knowledge, along with their stellar customer service, that has made Arry’s Roofing Services the company that many Tampa area residents and builders have turned to for the past 25 years when they need roofing repairs or a new roof. See “Arry’s Roofing” on page 50.

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HCSO Fishing Tourney............3 Community Calendar............4-5 News Briefs..............................6 Family Tips For School....10-11 Shear Elegance Hair Salon..14-15 Trinity Dental Care.........18-19 Energy Saving Tips..........22-23 Novelist Jane Gaddy.............26-27 S &W Kitchens.................34-35 Crazy 8 Freedom, Inc.......36-37 Rays.................................38-39 The Friendship Singers.....42-43 Lady Bombers “00”........46-47 Classified................................54

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Arry’s Roofing Services Inc. Brothers Matthew and Stephen Housh grew up at Arry’s Roofing Services Inc.; their mother and father started the successful roofing company 25 years ago. The brothers understand that while they and their family think and talk about roofing every day, for most people, the topic of roof replacements or roof repairs can be stressful and is often a substantial investment. Matthew says, “We are coming into someone’s home so we always want to make sure that we are treating them and their home with the utmost respect. Our passion is to always be the best we can be and to focus on our customers.” In addition to focusing on their customers, the skilled roofers and contractors at Arry’s Roofing bring a wealth of knowledge to each roofing project. “We are constantly staying on top of the latest trends and technology so that we can bring the most experience and

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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

Trout Category 1st Phil Bauman 25 in, 2nd Nancy Bauman 23 3/4 in 3rd Steve Robinson 23 1/2 in

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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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Community Calendar

Trinity Marketplace Sept. 6, 10 AM – 3 PM––Small and local businesses are gathering together for the Trinity Marketplace to showcase and sell their products at the Trinity Meeting Center, located at 7813 Mitchell Blvd, #106 in the Trinity Commons Plaza in New Port Richey, Florida. Please stop in to see the great offerings from local business like Time for Wine, artists and photographers, as well as Scentsy, Origami Owl, Avon, Pampered Chef, Thirty-One Gifts, and more. There are raffles and drawings for great items from these fabulous companies. “We are excited to help showcase these great entrepreneurs at the Trinity Marketplace. It is a wonderful opportunity to support local businesspeople, all in one place.” Joanne Krapf, the owner of the Trinity Meeting Center explains, “We hope to make it a regular event at our facility.”For directions or for additional information, please email events@TrinityMeetingCenter.com or call 727.375.9700.

Suncoast Women in Networking Luncheon Tues, Aug. 19––Suncoast Women in Networking (WIN) will hold its monthly luncheon from noon to 1 p.m. Networking begins at 11:30 a.m. The event will be held at the Golden Corral, 8928 US 19 in Port Richey. The special rate for Suncoast WIN members and guests is $9 per person. This includes the buffet, beverage, tax and tip. The guest speaker will be Katie MacMillen, a biological technician for Pasco County Environmental Land Management Department (ELAMP). Her program will address Florida’s flora and fauna, general conservation and backyard wildlife support. She will also explain the ELAMP program. Suncoast WIN is a group of professional businesswomen who meet for lunch on the third Tuesday of each month. Membership is $5 per year. For information about the Suncoast Women in Networking group or to make a reservation, contact

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Poet’s Point Poetry Night and One-Act Play Performance on August 29 at the Downtown New Port Richey Art Gallery Aug. 29, 6:30–8 PM––The Downtown New Port Richey Art Gallery will host its monthly open microphone poetry reading at the Gallery, located at 6231 Grand Blvd. in New Port Richey. The Gallery is located next to the Richey Suncoast Theater in the downtown area. Combined with an evening of poetry readings will be a performance of the popular one-act plays by local playwright and artist Ralph Annan. This month the play is entitled “Two Stories” performed by Nancy Taylor, Mary Jane Miller, and Margarette Vasquez members of the Beacon Woods Players group from Hudson, FL. Play Synopsis: A selfisolated and lonely silver-haired widow allows a tough, life-battered young girl into her life. The two bond closely after exchanging stories of their troubled past...only to have it all implode due to an act of violence. After the play, poetry readings

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and discussions will be held. Anyone may participate, so attendees and aspiring poets are encouraged to bring their own work, or poetry that has special meaning to them. Poetry devotees are encouraged to bring along friends for a fun, literary evening. The event is free to the public. RSVP either by telephone (727848-6500) or e-mail: nprgallery1@gmail.com to reserve a seat. More information may be found by visiting the Gallery website at www.nprgallery.com. The Gallery is currently showing a themed exhibition “Art in Motion” during the month of August. Its featured artist group is the West Pasco Quilters Guild display of children’s handmade quilts with the theme “Fabric in Motion.” Also showing is a creative exhibit from the Gallery’s KIDSZONE Summer Art Series Program. NAMI Pasco Offers Course for Parents and Caregivers of Children Living With Mental Illness The National Alliance on Mental Illness Pasco County Affiliate is offering an educational course for

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parents and caregivers of “children and adolescents” living with mental illness. It covers the fundamentals of caring for yourself, for your family and for your child. It is taught by a team of trained instructors who are also caregivers of individuals who developed symptoms of mental illness as children. Sept 3–Oct 8, 9:30 a.m.–noon–– There is no charge for the course, but registration is required. It will be held at the Regional Medical Center of Bayonet Point, at 14000 Fivay Rd. in Hudson. Further information and registration: 727-992-9653. NAMI Pasco “PEER-to-PEER” Sept 5 - Nov 7, 1-3 PM––NAMI Pasco County, an affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is offering a “PEER-to-PEER” educational program at BayCare Behavioral Health, Veterans Resource Center, at 6819 Massachusetts Avenue in New Port Richey. Peer-to-Peer is a recovery-focused program for adults who wish to establish and maintain wellness in response to mental heath challenges. The course provides critical information and strategies related to living

with mental illness. The 10, 2-hour classes are offered free of charge; designed for individuals 18 and over living with a mental illness. It is taught by a trained team of individuals who themselves are living with a mental illness. Peer-to-Peer incorporates presentations, discussion and exercises. Reservation and registration: 727-992-9653. NAMI Pasco Family & Friends Support Group Meetings The Pasco County Chapter of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) offers two types of support group meetings each month, one for *family and friends of those with mental illness, and one for ** those living with mental illness. This includes all brain disorders, including, but not limited to OCD, depression, bi-polar, schizophrenia, multiple personalities, etc. ***NAMI Pasco Educational Series featuring speakers from professional services, law enforcement, medical field and educators on a wide range of topics to promote better understanding of services, challenges, and resolutions. Info: 727-992-9653 or www.namipasco.org.

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*NAMI Pasco Family & Friends Support Meetings 2nd & 4th Monday, Monthly, 7:30–9 PM––Medical Center of Trinity West Campus in Conference Room C, 5637 Marine Pkwy, New Port Richey 1st & 3rd Thursday, Monthly, 6:30–8 PM––Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point, Shoreline Café Meeting Room, 14000 Fivay Rd, Hudson 1st & 3rd Tuesday, Monthly, 7– 8:30 PM––NAMI Pasco Office (in Jallo Plaza), 6480 Land O’ Lakes Blvd, Land O’Lakes. **NAMI CONNECTIONS Recovery support group for those living with mental illness. 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7¬–8:30 PM––NAMI Pasco Office (in Jallo Plaza), 6480 Land O’ Lakes Blvd, Land O’Lakes Wednesdays, 7–8:30 PM––Medical Center of Trinity West Pasco Campus, 5637 Marine Pkwy, New Port Richey, Conference Room C. For information, call NAMI at 727-992-9653.

Alzheimer’s Workshop for Caregivers & Professionals Presented by Alzheimer's Family Organization Sept. 18 & 19––Alzheimer’s Family Organization invites caregivers and professionals to a workshop presented by Leilani Doty, Ph.D., Director of the University of Florida Cognitive & Disorder Clinics. Topics will include: Alzheimer’s 201 – Alzheimer’s & Atypical Dementias: Signs, Treatment, Care & Research / Caregiver Coping: Communication & Behavior Challenges. Registration Deadline: Sept. 12. The workshop includes 3 CEUs for professionals but is open to caregivers as well. Fees: Professionals – Member $25 / Non-Member $35 (group rates available for 10 or more); caregivers attend for FREE. The workshop is offered at two different locations: Thurs., Sept. 18, 8:45 AM – Noon– –Lake County - Waterman Village – The Lodge Multipurpose Center, 445 Waterman Ave. in Mt. Dora Fri., Sept. 19, 8:45 AM – Noon–– Hernando County - Springbrook Hospital, 7007 Grove Rd., Brooksville For more information call our office at 727-848-8888 or toll free at 888-496-8004.

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Medical Center of Trinity Awarded Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Centers from the Joint Commission The Joint Commission, in conjunction with The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, recently recognized Medical Center of Trinity with Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Centers. Achievement of Primary Stroke Center Certification signifies an organization’s dedication to fostering better outcomes for patients. Medical Center of Trinity’s Primary Stroke Center Certification has demonstrated that their program meets critical elements of performance to achieve longterm success in improving outcomes for stroke patients. “Medical Center of Trinity is thoroughly committed to providing our patients with the highest quality stroke care. Our professionals work as a team to return the patient to maximum functioning and minimal disability. All Registered Nurses are trained

in the American Heart Association Stroke Standards of Care,” said Leigh Massengill, Chief Executive Officer. “In addition to our The Joint Commission accreditation, the Primary Stroke Center Certification has given us the opportunity to highlight the exceptional stroke care we provide for our patients, and help us improve care overall for our community.” Medical Center of Trinity will be able to display The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® and the American Heart Association HeartCheck mark for their Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Centers. Displaying the seal and Heart-Check mark signifies that Medical Center of Trinity is providing the “next generation of stroke or heart failure care,” and will help patients easily identify this facility as one of quality that has surpassed numerous goals in the treatment of stroke. Medical Center of Trinity underwent a rigorous on-site review earlier this year. A Joint Commission expert

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reviewed Medical Center of Trinity’s compliance with the requirements for The Joint Commission’s Disease-Specific Care Certification program as well as primary stroke center requirements, such as collecting Joint Commission core measure data and using it for performance improvement activities. “In achieving Joint Commission advanced certification, Medical Center of Trinity has demonstrated its commitment to the highest level of care for its stroke patients,” says Jean Range, M.S., R.N., C.P.H.Q. executive director, Disease-Specific Care Certification, The Joint Commission. “Certification is a voluntary process and The Joint Commission commends Medical Center of Trinity for successfully undertaking this challenge to elevate its standard of care and instill confidence in the community it serves.” Developed in collaboration with the American Stroke Association and launched in 2003, The Joint Commission’s Primary Stroke Center Certification program is based on the Brain Attack Coalition’s “Recommendations for the Establishment of Primary Stroke Centers.” Certification is avail-

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able only to stroke programs in Joint Commission-accredited acute care hospitals. For more information on The Joint Commission and American Heart Association’s Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Center visit http://www.jointcommission.org/ or www.heart.org/myhospital. Local Business Woman Takes FaceBook Birthday Wishes and turns them into Charity Donations Capt. Wendy Longman, owner of Windsong Charters & Boat Rentals in New Port Richey, asked her FaceBook friends for only one thing on her birthday, “Every Happy Birthday wish I get will equal $1 and be given to a local charity.” Happy to oblige and within a few hours, Longman had received over 500 birthday wishes from friends, family, colleagues and clients. The final tally of well wishers equaled $642. Her next post was to ask which local charity should receive the funds? Hundreds more suggestions were made regarding who Longman’s money would benefit. Putting all votes in a fish bowl a drawing out a See “News Briefs” on page 30.

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Family Tips for Making This School Year the Best Yet! By Julie Kanehl It’s official! While it’s still hot, hot, hot, summer is at an end and school begins Monday, August 18th for both Pasco and Pinellas Counties! Here are some tips to help make this the very best school year for your entire family! Be prepared! It’s fair to say that we spend a lot of time, effort and money getting our kids ready to go back to school each August! From backpacks and school clothes, to school supplies and electronics, but the real key to a successful school year is to stay informed, involved and organized! Did you know that each district website has a school calendar that’s available to parents? Putting those important dates onto your calendar is a great way for families to know exactly when to expect teacher planning days, know when the school breaks land, and a great way to decide when to take that family trip out of town! Another excellent way to stay ahead of the game is to go to “Meet the Teacher” day! This is really an awesome way to start the year out

strong, because it helps your child gain confidence and it eases first day of school jitters! Also, come to “Open House” which usually takes place a few weeks after school starts, and is the perfect time for your child to show off some of what they’ve accomplished so far! The little ones really love showing off some of their art projects and having you sit at their desk! Do you have children in middle school or high school? These events are just as important for older students! Meet those teachers, follow along with your child’s schedule, and walk in their footsteps for an evening. It’s amazing what you’ll learn. Also, it’s a great way to get on the same page with the teachers. As the students get older, the teacher’s expectations rise. It’s good to know which teacher accepts late assignments, for example, and which teacher doesn’t. If you’re involved and know the rules, it helps your child to succeed and take responsibility for their own efforts in their education. Additionally, don’t expect to have a parent/teacher conference at an event like “Meet the Teacher Day” or “Open House.” These events are very limited for time, and teachers want to schedule a specific time so that they

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can speak to you about your child in a quiet, confidential manner. Also, it’s also important to give your teacher some time for early assessments to come in before asking how they are doing in school, so take heart, don’t worry, and stay positive! Stay Connected & Get Involved! Don’t forget to make sure that your child’s teacher has your up-todate contact information! Staying in touch with your child’s teacher is an important way to keep on top of any changes at school, as well as any upcoming events that might not be on the school calendar like field trips, class parties, and unit tests. Also, take note of any way that your child’s teacher prefers to be reached. Some teachers prefer phone calls, while others are perfectly happy to communicate via text or email! The more involved you are, the less likely it is that your child will fall behind! Are you able to help out at school, even a little bit? Become a school volunteer! Even if you work full-time and don’t have a lot of time to spare, being a volunteer is a great way to help out. There are opportunities throughout the year, and any help

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is always appreciated! It’s easy to sign up; simply go to the district’s website and register as a volunteer. Once you’re an approved volunteer, you can be involved in any capacity that works with your busy schedule. Set the Bar High! It’s no secret among educators that students will rise to the occasion when you set the bar high, so do the same for your children at home! It’s okay to expect A’s! Always encourage your children to do the very best they can do on each assignment and test. With all of the drama and politics in the media about education, it’s often tempting to throw your hands in the air at times, but what does that teach your child? Teach them to find the answers by asking the right questions, Instead of “I don’t get this!” ask them specifically what they don’t understand. Perhaps it’s multiplication tables, or algebra, or a paper on the state of Florida. Regardless, take the time to help them learn how to do research. Teach them how to study by introducing flash cards, playing educational games, and enticing them to succeed in a way that makes sense to them. Once these skills are learned,

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they will become more independent and successful! Guess what? It’s ok if you don’t know how to do your child’s homework! Here’s a newsflash: You’re not supposed to be doing your child’s homework! So how can you help when everything has changed? Well, ask your child to bring textbooks home if they don’t already. If they don’t know how to do it, you can show them how to look it up in their book (the old fashioned way!). If it’s not in the book, there are plenty of resources online related to the Common Core Curriculum. You can even ask for help from your child’s teacher if this is a problem that your child seems to have on a regular basis. Everyone is busy and our lives are hectic, but homework time can be less stressful if you schedule a time for it each day, and work to find a balance that works for your family. At homework time, keep a close eye on their school planner! Don’t just sign it and hand it back, because that’s where all of their important information is supposed to be. If it’s empty, or doesn’t match up with the homework they are bringing home, look into it. If they “did their homework already,” make sure to look at it! If used properly, the school plan-

ner is your best gauge for how your child is doing in between report cards, and a great way to communicate with the teacher. Some schools even have an online database for each student – if that’s the case, make sure to log on regularly! At the end of the day, you know your children best! You know how they learn, what frustrates them and what motivates them, so if you are there to guide them and teach them, they will overcome any obstacle that they face at school. Stay Positive! Embrace your child’s education as best as you can! Meet the teachers, and say positive things about them around your children. Also, say positive things about your children to their teachers! Be pleasant and upbeat when you talk about education, and try to be patient when you’re helping your children with projects and assignments. It’s not easy, but at the end of the day, we want our children to have a love for reading, a positive attitude toward learning, and a good work ethic. No one is more essential to your child’s success than you! So, thank you for all that you do, and have a great school year from your friends at Neighborhood News & Lifestyles!

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Choose Shear Elegance Salon of Trinity By Julie Kanehl If you’re looking for a salon that offers professional stylists who have years of experience, as well as continued education on the hottest new styles, techniques and products, make an appointment at Shear Elegance Salon of Trinity. Offering a full range of salon services for the whole family, Shear Elegance is known for being the “it” hair place in the Trinity area. Located just north of Old C.R. 54, at 4207 Little Road, Shear Elegance Salon of Trinity is a Redken 5th Avenue Salon that specializes in sculpting, shaping, coloring, styling and even extending your hair. Celebrating five successful years in the Trinity area, Shear Elegance has earned a fantastic reputation for being a cut above the rest. Owner Alison Morin envisioned a salon that was all about you! Her sole purpose is to make you feel like you’ve left the stress and drama of the real world behind, and entered into a place where

you are comfortable, relaxed and completely pampered! Hiring a staff that believed in and embraced her vision, Morin and the other stylists at Shear Elegance Salon excel at bringing out the beauty in everyone. Jillian Bruckner, Salon Coordinator, often known as the Ambassador of Elegance, says, “One of the things that make us unique is that all of our stylists work as a team, and everyone cares about everyone else’s clients. Our stylists don’t rent a booth here; instead they are part of the Shear Elegance family.” That translates! The salon is warm and welcoming, and it’s totally normal for clients to be greeted with a smile and a hug. More than that, the stylists truly take the time to sit with you to talk about what you’d like to do with your hair. That is so important! No more being in the “hot seat!” Whether you brought a picture from home, want to show them a group of pictures from Pinterest, or want them to use their ex-

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Neighborhood News & Lifestyles’ correspondent Julie Kanehl’s before-and-after photos show off her fabulous new hairstyle! perience to help you choose, their goal is to make you feel comfortable and beautiful, and they have the expertise to make your ideas a reality. Holly said, “I recently had to locate a new hairstylist in the area and was doubly blessed to be referred to Alison at Shear Elegance. Alison knows exactly the cut and style that

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keeps me looking fabulous right up to my next scheduled appointment. Alison and the entire staff at Shear Elegance are professional, always polite, and make me feel at home each time I come to the salon – not to mention what a beautiful and relaxing and spotless atmosphere – I love to visit.” Offering haircuts, expert color

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who had just arrived. I was impressed by the beautifully merchandised Redken, Purology and Amika products, and Jillian took some time to show me the world of difference The talented and professional stylists at Shear Elegance Salon of Trinity are ready to listen to what you that profesdesire and will have you looking beautiful and feeling pampered by their personalized attention. sional products can make in “Best Salon I’ve Ever Been To” techniques, styling for all occasions, your hair. That’s what Christina said about deep conditioning therapy, re-texturJillian said, “We are one of only Shear Elegance Salon of Trinity, and ing services (like body waves and curl five or six salons who have Amika. We it’s not hard to see why. The reviews relaxing), hair smoothing treatments, bought it at the hair show in New around town and online are phenomehair extensions and hair removal, the York, and loved it so much we nal, ranging from, “This is the best my list of services is almost too much to brought as much as we could home mention. Additionally, Shear Elegance hair has ever looked,” to “I’ll never go for our clients. It is made with Obliphanywhere else.” has Amber Nails right there in the ica, and it smells delicious.” So, I had to try it for myself! salon so that you can have a mani and Shortly, I was introduced to my When I walked in I was warmly a pedi while you’re there! No matter stylist, Rochelle, for the first time, and which services you choose, you will be greeted by Jillian who was expecting she instantly made me feel comfortme! That was a nice change! She ofturning heads, and your friends and able. In fact, she sat with me and really fered me a salon card that showed a family will be asking where you went! listened to my ideas about what I menu of services, and I was welcomed Tell them, your new salon is Shear Elwanted to do with my hair. I was up into their cozy waiting area where I egance of Trinity! for a change, but was a little nervous. I chatted with some of the other clients showed her my favorite hair pictures from Pinterest, and she talked to me about how the styles would actually work with my hair! That was awesome. Feeling brave and comfortable, she took me back to be shampooed. First of all, the shampoo is worth making an appointment for right there. I was so relaxed and at ease by the time she was done using the Redken products in my hair, that I wasn’t even nervous about making a big change anymore! While she cut, we chatted about our families, the salon and how much she enjoys being there, and before I knew it, I was completely transformed. I absolutely loved it. It was

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exactly what I had asked for, and I couldn’t wait to show my family and my friends. When I got home, my husband said, “That’s the haircut you’ve been trying to get for ten years!” What he meant was, it was the cut that I’d tried to have on and off for ten years, but Rochelle really nailed it! I don’t have to say this, but I will: I’ve found my new salon and it’s Shear Elegance of Trinity! It Pays to be a VIP! If you’re like me and love to save, become a Shear Elegance VIP member! You’ll get 10% off of all regular priced services, 5% off all of their retail purchases, and exclusive monthly VIP specials! Honestly, it pays for itself after the first visit, and you can join individually or as a family (which is a huge savings!). Speaking of saving money, mention this Neighborhood News & Lifestyles article about Shear Elegance and new clients will receive a free haircut with the purchase of any color service! If you’re a Trinity mom, Shear Elegance Salon is hugely popular for those back to school looks, makeup (having two Mac Certified Artists) and updos, so find out when those upcoming dances are, and make an appointment before they are gone! Shear Elegance is about to unveil their brand new website, where you can request appointments right online! Also, make sure to like them on Facebook and find them on Instagram. Shear Elegance Salon of Trinity is located at 4207 Little Road, Suite #2, in Trinity. The salon is open Tuesday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Saturday, and evenings by request. To make an appointment, please call 727494-7678 or visit them online at www.seotrinity.com.

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Trinity Dental Care A Decade of Dental Care at its Family-Friendly Finest! By Katie Thomas Husband and wife dentists Azita Eskandari, DDS and Saied Shayes, DMD recently celebrated the ten-year anniversary of the opening of their family-friendly dental practice, Trinity Dental Care. With a location that is convenient to every neighborhood in Trinity––at 1843 Healthcare Drive, just behind the Walgreen’s at the intersection of Little Road and Mitchell Boulevard––the couple’s office is not only home to the two dentists, but is home to a great staff whom always have patients’ best interests in mind. Trinity Dental Care is a bright and friendly office that never overbooks patients, so you can be in, out, and on with your day as quickly as possible. Dr. Eskandari says, “One of our main goals here is to help people receive the care they need as efficiently as possible. We don’t have a big office because we don’t want people sitting out in the waiting room for hours waiting on their dental care. We keep it small because we keep the wait time

small. You will usually be seen within five minutes of your appointment time. We do this because it helps us give the best care possible to each individual patient, while helping them with them save time.” Dr. Shayes and Dr. Eskandari started out with a small office on Hillsborough Avenue before moving to Trinity. “At the time we saw growth happening here in the community. We were nervous at first because there were more cows than people! But the area has been great to us and we absolutely love our clientele,” says Dr. Eskandari. “When we started here, we had recently gotten married and I was pregnant with our first child. Patients we’ve known since then have become a part of our family and have watched our kids grow, as well as helped our business grow. We are very thankful.” Dr. Shayes and Dr. Eskandari are local residents who live only a few minutes away from the office, which allows them to serve patients during evening and weekend hours. If you have an emergency dental situation,

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Trinity Dental Care is always available to help! Dr. Eskandari says, “We are here for the long haul. Our kids love their school, we love our neighborhood and our patients couldn’t be any better.” The couple met at a dental conference in 2000 and immediately knew they were right for each other. Four years later they took Saied Shayes, DMD & Azita Eskandari, DDS on the journey of building a business oral care are always changing to make and a family. Since both kids are still procedures easier for the patient. We young, Dr. Shayes is the primary attend conferences and continue our dentist at Trinity Health Care and education because it allows us to proDr. Eskandari is part-time. She splits vide our patents with the best in denher time between work and being an tistry. My husband wants the latest on-top-of-it mom for her kids. and best because whatever is new “We strive to stay on top of the helps us provide better quality denlatest innovations within dentistry,” tistry to our patients.” says Dr Eskandari. “The materials for

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and teeth cleaning for preventive care, along with getting x-rays once a year. This way if something in your oral health changes, the dentists will be able to see, document and help you before it gets really bad! No one likes a toothache! Even if you are just in for a set You are in good hands with Dr. Shayes and Dr. Eskandari at Trinity Dental Care of x-rays or your scheduled cleaning, you will always see Dr. Eskandari General Dentistry with a Focus on kandari. “The only time we refer out is or Dr. Shayes. “We alway check each Preventive Care if a difficult case arises and a specialist individual patient even if they are just From age six and up, Trinity is needed for the patient’s safety.” having a cleaning, just to make sure Dental Care is able to take care of the Oral health is extremely imporeverything is okay.” entire family and treats patients with tant to overall health. Dr. Eskandari Trinity Dental Care has a large reall general dentistry services, including explains, “It’s all connected. The ferral base in case you need a specialist non-surgical gum treatments, root health of your mouth can have an efand is located in a plaza with some of canals, fillings, crowns, dentures, parfect on your entire body, which is why the best professionals in the Trinity tial dentures, repairs, implant restorawe are really big on preventative denarea, so you won’t have to make a hike tions and cleanings. tistry. If we can educate our patients to take care of your needs! Dr. Eskan“We can take care of everything on proper gum and tooth care, it can dari says, “If I need to send anyone for you here and we work with your help so much in the difference of their anywhere, we have a great group of schedule, so if you need to have every- oral and overall health.” professionals right here in our plaza.” thing done in one day, we do our best Dr. Shayes suggests visiting every to get it done for you,” says Dr. Essix months to have an oral check-up Saturday Hours Are a Plus! Trinity Dental Care offers Saturday hours, which is great for patients who work Monday through Friday, and especially for patients who need a lot of work done. They also offer evening appointments for extended treatments. Dr. Eskandari says, “We are flexible to work with people’s schedules. I’ve heard from so many people that they appreciate this about us. We know how busy life can get and understand that it isn’t easy to take time off from work, which is why we try to accommodate our patients on weekend and evenings.” Recently in 2012, Dr. Shayes and

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Dr. Eskandari opened a second office in Tampa, right off Bruce B. Downs called A Briter Smile Dental Care. Only twenty minutes from Trinity, this location allows for the couple to be available at either location for dental care. This helps save you time because you can choose either location depending on your centralized area. One of the best things about Trinity Dental Care (besides the friendly and knowledgeable team) is the fact that they make an effort to get all your work done on the same day, even if you are a new patient. “When we book a new patient we book enough time to allow for x-rays, gum check, cleaning, and more so you don’t have to come back. You can get everything taken care of that day if you want because we make sure to block of plenty of time to spend with you as an individual!” Trinity Dental Care always keeps the patients’ best interests in mind and does their best to find discounts where they are available for services. They accept all insurance providers with PPO dental plans, participate with care credit a finance company, offer discounts to patients without insurance and offer senior citizen discounts. Dr. Eskandari says, “Depending on service and work, we try to help you as much as we can with discounts. Care credit is a great way to pay off a little at a time, which takes the stress out of your dentist visit.” Visit Trinity Dental Care’s website, trinitydentalcare.com, to watch a video about the team, read the dentists’ bios and to see a full list of services. You can also find a questions and answers page that may help you out. Trinity Dental Care is located at 1843 Health Care Drive in New Port Richey. Call (727) 372 -2001 for appointments.

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Top 10 Energy-Saving Tips from Duke Energy People Magazine has a “Top Ten” list, as does countless other publications and TV shows. Add to that mix Duke Energy Florida, with our own top 10 energy saving tips derived from decades of energy-efficiency expertise. Duke Energy Florida’s top 10 energy saving tips include: 10. Regulate your thermostat. For optimal savings, keep your thermostat at 78 degrees or higher in warmer months and 70 degrees or lower during cooler months. Adhering to the adjustments yearround could save more than $175 in energy costs. 9. Seal leaks. Use weather stripping or caulk to seal around doors and windows and install inexpensive gaskets under electrical outlets to obstruct leaks. Repair leaky ducts and reduce cooling and heating costs by a third. 8. Make the switch. American could collectively save more than $8 billion a year by replacing their five most-used light fixtures with ENERGY STAR qualified products. In addition to using 75 percent energy

than incandescent bulbs, compact fluorescent bulbs generate less heat and last 10 times longer. 7. Perform routine maintenance. Indoors, clean or change the filters in your air condition or heating system monthly. Outdoors, keep your pool pump and filter in good repair. Keep drains free of debris to prevent overworking your pump and increasing energy use. 6. Adjust your water heater. Dropping the temperature from 140 to 120 degrees could save about $25 a year. A setting of 120 degrees is sufficient for most household needs. 5. Insulate. Many areas of your home can benefit from insulation. Wrap the first six feet of pipes connected to your water heater and add an insulation blanket to your water heater to keep heat in more effectively. Upgrade your attic insulation to the recommended level of R30. Outdoors, use a pool cover to help reduce heat loss caused by evaporation and limit debris in the pool – a move that will also reduce

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necessary filtration cycles. 4. Opt for energy-efficient appliances. Look for the Energy Guide label for significant savings. A new energy-efficient refrigerator may use 75 percent less energy than your older model. Not ready to replace large appliances? When purchasing a new television, consider ENERGY STAR qualified models, which are up to 40 percent more efficient. 3. Reduce pump cycles. Limit pool cycles to four to six hours each day in the summer and three hours per day in the winter. Follow this guideline to reduce your pool’s annual electric consumption by up to

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60 percent – and extend the pump’s life in the process. 2. Consolidate. The extra refrigerator in your garage or utility room is costing you. Combine your food and drinks into one indoor refrigerator and save up to $20 per month. Keeping a fully stocked, but not over stuffed, fridge and freezer also is great way to save energy and money. 1. Get a Home Energy Check. Contact Duke Energy Florida for a no-cost Home Energy Check. The check provides customized energysaving advice and determines your eligibility for valuable rebates toward

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energy-efficient home improvements. The service can be performed over the phone, online or in person, where an Energy Advisor will address energy-saving opportunities specific to your home. A Home Energy Check is a prerequisite to all Duke Energy Florida rebates for energy-efficient home improvements. To sign up for a no-cost Home Energy Check, or to view more than 100 energy-saving tips, visit www.duke-energy.com or call 1.877.574.0340. Duke Energy Florida Duke Energy Florida owns coal-fired and natural gas generation providing about 9,000 megawatts of owned electric capacity to approximately 1.7 million customers in a 20,000-square-mile service area. With its Florida regional headquarters located in St. Petersburg, Fla., Duke Energy is the largest electric power holding company in the United States with approximately $115 billion in total assets. Its regulated utility operations serve approximately 7.2 million electric customers located in six states in the

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Trinity Resident Pens Four Novels About the Old South Trinity really is a beautiful little piece of Florida, and one local has found inspiration at the everyday places around town. Author of four novels featuring the landscapes and lives of the Old South, Dr. Jane Bennett Gaddy shares, “I live in Trinity (Southern Oaks) and spend my days writing from my special places—the front windows of Panera Bread at Mitchell Ranch and the Adirondack chairs in the lovely Longleaf Town Square.” Dr. Gaddy’s fourth novel – Rachel, After the Darkness – went live on June 16, 2014, and, as is her tradition, the first signing was held at Panera Bread on July 19. Through the month of September, she will be at signing events in Northeast Missisippi, the Delta, Memphis, Tennessee and the surrounding areas. A native Mississippian, born in the Delta in 1940, Dr. Gaddy writes about the Civil War era and the years that followed, but they are not only Civil War tales, but a poignant account of her family as first told by her grandmother, Vallie Georgia Clark Smith of Sarepta, Mississippi, many years ago.

Dr. Gaddy says, “The stories are built around my great-great grandfather, a Captain in Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia who, along with his two sons, died at the Battle of Gettysburg. For the historical and non-fiction side of my stories, I had copies of the letters they wrote home to my great-great grandmother (her fictional name, Rachel). Mine are not only stories of the War era, Reconstruction, and the aftermath, but a poignant family story as told to me by my grandmother. The fictional side is from my heart, reading between the lines of the letters and my grandmother’s tales. Those war letters are archived at The University of Mississippi in Oxford.” The words of her grandmother took root long after she died and long before Gaddy wrote the stories. Her great-great grandfather, Captain Thomas Goode (T.G.) Clark of the Mississippi 42nd Infantry Regiment was killed at the Battle of Gettysburg along with his two sons, Jonathan and Albert Henry. They were soldiers in the company of great men in A.P.

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Hill’s Corps, Joseph Davis’ Brigade, Henry Heth’s Division of Robert E. Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia. Much of the story is revealed in the War letters they sent home to her great-great grandmother, Margery Brown Rogers Clark (Rachel Payne in the novels). With a bound copy of those letters before her, Gaddy blended reality with imagination to weave an unforgettable saga, her characters breathing life and love into those disheartened by the War and its aftermath. Her novels, though based on truth, are steeped in fiction, for who can know all the nuances of the rebuilding of the Old South and the healing of its people. Imagine the heart that went into every stroke of the pick, every shovel of ashes—those ashes symbolic of the final blow before the fall. Embrace the heart-warming stories as a daughter of the South relives her heritage and shines a fictional light on her family to capture what might have been. Gaddys says, “Each book has featured at least one of the six sons and Rachel has been the golden thread, the bind-

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ing tie through it all. My readers will be surprised at where the story takes the matriarch from Sarepta, Mississippi in Rachel, After the Darkness.” Gaddy is retired from one of the Southeast’s largest banks, where she

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was vice president mortgage banking, manager of the training and sales support functions, traveling the Southeast extensively over the last ten years of her career, teaching mortgage bankers to market for maximum benefit, and designing the majority of their marketing material. Earlier in her mortgage banking career, she managed the cor-

respondent lending support division and worked with the legal department to achieve lending approval for states in the bank’s mortgage footprint With a Ph.D. in Religion, after retirement, Dr. Gaddy served as dean of external studies and taught master’s thesis preparation and British and American literature at Tabernacle Bap-

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tist College in Greenville, South Carolina. She currently administers an American literature course for off-campus students of Bethany Divinity College and Seminary in Dothan, Alabama. Dr. Gaddy designed the course she administers Gaddy has published five books—her memoir in 2007; The Mississippi Boys in 2008; Isaac’s House in 2011; JOAB in 2013. Her latest novel, Rachel, After the Darkness just published in June, 2014. She co-authored GIBBO—In My Life, was ghostwriter for another memoir, and has edited and assisted to the publisher several manuscripts. She also ghostwrites monthly articles for the religious section of the Birmingham Times. July through September, 2014, the author will sign books and participate in speaking venues across Northeast Mississippi, the Delta, and Memphis, Tennessee. As always, she launches her signing tour at Panera Bread in her own community of Trinity, Florida where she resides with her husband. She has four children, ten grandchildren and twelve greatgrandchildren. Dr. Gaddy’s friend, another Trinity resident, Andrew M. Domarasky, III Colonel, USMC (Retired), wrote the Foreword for the book. Dr. Gaddy says, “He is not only my friend, but a brilliant war strategist, having served for twentysix years in the Marine Corps.” Andrew M. Domarasky, III, Colonel, USMC (Retired) had this to say in the Foreword: “Rachel, After the Darkness is a continuation of the struggle in which Gaddy intricately describes the South following the war and during the reunification of a broken Nation. Rachel’s husband and

son are gone, having fallen at Gettysburg. Three of her sons have married, and Rachel and her youngest, Samuel, are left alone to run the small farm in northeast Mississippi. The darkness represents a life-shattering war that never should have been, and in her thoughts, Rachel relives the gloom that settled over the bloody pond of Shiloh and the hot and sultry smoke of the guns on the wheat fields of death and destruction of Gettysburg. She lives the disparities of Federal intervention resulting from Reconstruction and the re-establishing of the Old South while, at the same time, enduring the harsh restrictions of the Radical Regime. “As the story progresses, Rachel receives a short-term offer to become an editorial writer for a major newspaper in New York City where she momentarily lives the Gilded Age and a different lifestyle, observes the abject poverty of Irish immigrants, and endures the sporadic and sometimes violent opposition to her controversial southern-view post-war editorials. She experiences love in great measure and the eventual return home to her roots where awaits unexpected news of more tragedy and heartache. “With characters out of the playbook of times gone by and personal storytelling writing style, Dr. Gaddy has created another memorable journey from the darkness of war and its aftermath to the light of a new and golden era. In Rachel, After the Darkness, the author leaves hope and great possibilities that the story will continue.” Rachel, After the Darkness is available online at all major book retailers including Barnes&Noble.com, Amazon.com and more, or order from the publisher at 1-800-AUTHORS. Dr. Jane Bennett Gaddy’s blog is www.anoldfamiliarplace.blogspot.com

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“News Briefs” Continued from page 6 worthy name, Longman felt the money could be split between two worthy charities. Several of Longman’s FaceBook friends requested the name of the charities so they could make checks out as well, as a gesture of Longman generosity in the community. The checks were disbursed on August 5th at Windsong Charters & Boat Rentals Marina, located at 5015 US Hwy. 19 @ Magnuson Hotel & Marina (Formerly the Ramada Inn) in New Port Richey. Rev. Dan Campbell of Metropolitan Ministries in Holiday, FL and Ms. Madeline Robinson of Wheelchairs 4 Kids in Tarpon Springs, FL each were given a check for $321. Longman’s hope is more small business owners will give back to the community using creative ideas and social media. About Windsong Charters & Boat Rentals: Formed in 2002 with one vessel, the company has increased yearly and now offers over 43 rentals vessels including sailing charters, pontoon boat, rentals, kayaks, canoes, stand up paddle boards, fishing char-

ters and boat trailer rental. Windsong is one of two companies in Pasco County, and only one of four in the entire State of Florida, to be licensed, insured and contracted as a preferred vendor to provide services at Anclote Key State Preserve. Windsong was voted Business of the Year by the West Pasco Chamber of Commerce in 2010 and recently awarded the Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor.com. Longman was also chosen for Leadership Pasco Class of 2015. Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point Holds Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for its New Graduate Medical Education Center Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point recently held a Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting ceremony for its new Graduate Medical Education Center located at 14108 Glacial Drive in Hudson on the campus of RMCBP. The ribbon cutting ceremony included a brief address by CEO Shayne George, followed with the Ribbon Cutting by Shayne George, Rao Musunuru, MD, Board of Trustees member, and Joseph Pino, MD, Chief Medical Officer of RMCBP.

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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the New Graduate Medical Center at RMCBP Look for the full feature article on the Graduate Medical Center in next month’s issue of Neighborhood News & Lifestyles.

A white coat ceremony of the first class of the American Osteopathic Association Internal Medicine Residency Program was presided over by Michael Strobbe, DO, AOA Internal Medicine Program Director. In August of 2013 Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point announced that it had been approved by the AOA for an internal medicine residency program. This is the hospital’s first step in developing graduate medical education residency programs in a logical progression as Bayonet Point continues to

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expand its tertiary and specialty programs. In addressing the local community leaders, county commissioners, local and state representatives, members of the Board of Trustees of the hospital as well as the physician faculty and the hospital staff and other members of the community, Mr. Shayne George stated, “Developing a Graduate Medical Education Program is not an easy task or one to be taken lightly. It is extremely challenging and requires long-term commitment and dedication to the re-

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warding honor and privilege to train future physicians. As you can imagine, there are meticulous governing structures, policies and procedures, training curriculums, faculty designations and training, and significant investments that are made in the facility such as this center where we are today.â&#x20AC;? The Graduate Medical Education students included second year resident Katie Groff, DO, Lake Erie College of Medicine. and first year residents: Camille Alfonso, DO, Lake Erie College of Medicine; Jonathan Lind, DO, Rocky Vista University College of

Medicine; David Otis, DO, Western University College of Medicine; Giles Roberts, DO, Edward Via VA College of Medicine; James Shepard, DO, Philadelphia College of Medicine; Woody Taves, DO, Lake Erie College of Medicine. Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point is located at 14000 Fivay Road, Hudson, FL. For more information on Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point, visit www.rmchealth.com or www.heartoftampa.com or visit 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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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

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

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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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Crazy 8 Freedom Announces, Inc Announces New Job And Life Skills Program, Freedom Cleaning Crazy 8 Freedom, Inc. of New Port Richey is pleased to announce their new job and life skills program, Freedom Cleaning. Dee Mahan, Crazy 8 Freedom’s co-founder and president said, “Anyone may apply, however, we expect every participant to go through the 6 month program with the idea of changing any negative beliefs about themselves.” Chris Mahan, co-founder and director of Crazy 8 Freedom, is hoping that this program catches on locally to help develop young people for the workforce, and obstacles of life. Mahan said, “Today our young people are often not emotionally, or behaviorally prepared to handle the most basic life challenges. Pasco County has lost far too many local teens to suicide and drug addiction. Since 2011, Pasco County and the area have lost over a dozen area teens to suicide and countless more to drug addiction. Mahan went to say, “We love to mentor and life coach young people and their families. We believe that our youth are our Country’s

greatest assets; as adults, it our job to mentor and guide them in this new and often confusing new world. Our youth need positive role models and parents need positive support.” Freedom Cleaning provides viable services to the community with background-checked young adults and out-of-work parents. Our participants are not “unemployable” they may only lack the self-confidence, work experience, or opportunity to excel. Freedom Cleaning provides employee’s customer service skills, personal accountability, money management training, teamwork skills, communication skills, resume building, and future references for gainful employment and confidence for the many challenges that we all face in life. Freedom Cleaning is important to the community not only for the job training skills, but also for the life skills. Chris Mahan, indicated that many youth today have lived a pretty easy life thus far, and have never been taught or even expected to deal with adversity and other people on a regu-

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gether as a team. To help encourage this we have our monthly FREE “Kindness in Progress” neighborhood walks. Dee Mahan said, “We started the ‘Kindness in Progress’ to help our youth learn that helping others is a great way also help yourself.” Chris Mahan said, “Last week the Freedom Cleaning team walked the Magnolia Valley neighborhood and we offered to clean gutters and to do light

yard work for anyone that needed it. We took out the kids that were here before the holiday, and had our two boys help too. I climbed the latter for the dirty work of cleaning gutters, the kids cleaned up the mess on the ground – it was actually fun.” To hire Freedom Cleaning visit www.crazy8freedom.org or call Dee at 727-271-2715 for a free cleaning quote. LIKE us Facebook at Freedom Cleaning, New Port Richey.

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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 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, bobble-head dolls, stuffed animals, and my personal favorite- DJ Kitty toques, which were a huge hit amongst fans.

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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.

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

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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, 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,

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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 acPhoto Credit: Skip Milos / Tampa Bay Rays complished five Joe Maddon is really engaged in helping the homeless 90-win seasons in and every year hosts Thanksmas, where he helps feed those the past six years, in need! which is more than any other team in the MLB, and power alley batting cage, speed quite possibly in the entire sport. So, pitch, Raymond's art studio and when you go watch your home team Topps make your own baseball card. on the Tropicana Field, you truly are After the game children will also watching one of the best teams in the have the opportunity to run the Nation! bases and dance around at the DJ Kitty Kid's Party!

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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 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 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 no-

tion, that if you dream big and work hard, anything is possible. Furthermore, 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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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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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 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.

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WOW! Clearwater Lady Bombers “00” Win USSSA Girls Fast Pitch World Series at ESPN Wide World of Sports! By Kim Thomas

Above: Lady Bombers “00” and their coachs celebrate a season of hard work and good plays! Left: Coaches (L-R) are: Tim Zweig, Jason Jarnagin, Tom Sladden and Bryan Williams

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“This is a great hometown win – great motivation!” said proud mom and local business owner Michelle Dumovich, of M.D. Complete Fitness. Michelle is one of many proud parents who recently watched their daughters pull together as team to take it all the way to the number one slot when the Clearwater Lady Bombers “00” ruled the field, winning the United States Specialty Sports Association (USSSA) Girls Fast Pitch World Series at ESPN Wide World of Sports in Orlando! The Clearwater Lady Bombers “00” fast pitch softball team has 13 players – 12 are in 8th grade and 1 is in the 7th grade. The girls, ages 13 and 14 years old, are from all over the Tampa Bay area, but play in the Clearwater Lady Bombers organization, run by president Tony Grat. The players are: Athena Andrews, Natalie Zweig, Jenna Wojnar, Kendyl Crean, Gillian Sladden, Grace Hastings, Anna

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“Dumo” Dumovich, Bayley Williams, Morgan Dansby, Mia Merson, Devyn Howard, Lauren Jarnagin and Jane Wickett. “The ultimate goal for our players is a college scholarship,” said head coach Tom Sladden, who couldn’t be more proud. “Most of the team has been together for the past three years.” In addition to Sladden, the team coaches are Jason Jarnagin, Bryan Williams and Tim Zweig. Coach Sladden gives the break down, “We played in the 2014 USSSA Fast Pitch World Series in Orlando, against a field of 53 teams from around the Nation. We played at several different complexes around Orlando/Kissimmee, including the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Disney. Our team went 9 and 0 in the tournament, even though it was double elimination, we didn’t lose a game. The last 4 victories came on the last day of the tournament. We scored 71 runs while allowing only 7! We had

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5 shutouts in the 9 games and committed only 4 errors. The scores of our games were: 14-0, 13-3, 12-0, 2-0, 51, 14-2, 3-0, 4-1 and 4-0 in the championship game. We played teams from Georgia, Chicago, Indiana, South Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia and South Florida. The West Virginia team – the Baseburners – we defeated twice, the

last one was the championship game, 4-0.” Sladden added, “All of the 13 girls had huge contributions and 2 of our players were recognized for outstanding performances – Jenna Wojnar was named the Overall Tournament MVP and Natalie Zweig was named Best Offensive Player.” Looking forward to more winning seasons; there is only a short break for these young athletes. Coach Sladden knows what it takes on the part of the team members and their parents, stating, “We will take a couple weeks off, then its back to work for the Fall/Winter season. Fast pitch travel softball is a year around sport. I would like to thank the parents of all the players for all of the sacrifices made for the girls throughout the year.” Congratulations Clearwater Lady Bombers “00” from all of us at Neighborhood News & Lifestyles!

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“Arry’s Roofing” Continued from page 1 “We are very pleased with our metal roof,” say Arry’s customers Matthew and Nancy Mitchem. “We have been saving for a new roof for over six years. Nemo and his metal team did a phenomenal job. They are the hardest working group of individuals that we have encountered. In addition, their expertise and professionalism was very much appreciated.” Matthew says that Arry’s roofing is an expert in metal roofs as well as flat, tile, and shingle. “A metal roof is a big investment but it will last you a lifetime. Because we are experts in all types of roofing, we are able to help our clients find the best roofing solution for their home.” “I had the good fortune to have Dave Braund come out and check my leaking roof,” says customer Kathy Smith. “Since the roof is 13 years old, I was expecting the worst, but Dave climbed up and checked my entire roof and informed me that there were just a few areas where nails had popped up and some shingles were loose. He got a bucket of black tar

and tacked my loose shingles and removed the popped nails. He also told me my roof was in good shape and should last for a few more years. There was no charge for his inspection and repairs – unheard of right? Dave and the rest of the Arry’s Roofing tema are honest, experienced professionals, and when I do need a new roof, I will call Dave at Arry’s. I’m letting all my friends know too.” In addition to accolades and great reThe Housh family has been in the roofing business for over 25 years and is well-known as one views from happy of the best roofing companies in the nation! customers, Arry’s recently earned the desiga 9000 square foot residence,” says honored at the national GAF confernation of Master Elite Roofing Dan Miller. “The tile we originally ence, where they were named one of Contractor from GAF Materials Corselected did not meet expectations only three GAF President’s Club poration, North America’s leading when it arrived so Arry’s worked award winners in the entire U.S. to roofing manufacturer. This award is with us and the supplier to receive a receive a 3-star rating, the highest more than just a title – it means that different tile at no additional cost to rating the company bestows. In fact, Arry’s Roofing has passed strict certifiArry’s was selected as GAF’s #1 roof- us. Sean Drake the sales associate was cation requirements from the USA’s ing contractor in the entire Southeast a true advocate for us. Kim and Islargest roofing shingle manufacturer. rael, the project manager and main United States! In addition to this prestigious installer, did an outstanding job. “We had a new roof installed on award, in March 2014, Arry’s was

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They always paid attention to the smallest details to ensure the job was perfect. My hat is off to the entire Arry’s Roofing family for their pursuit of excellence and tremendous customer service. I would recommend them for any job and to anyone looking for a quality contractor.” Arry’s Roofing is committed to their customers and to helping residents in the community. Through their No Roof Left Behind initiative and their work with Habitat for Humanity they have helped area families who are in need to have a safe roof over their heads. Whether you are building a new home, re-roofing, or repairing an ex-

isting roof, choose the roofing contractors Tampa area homeowners and commercial property owners have turned to for over 25 years. Why take risks? You can choose Arry’s with confidence. They’ve been the roofers of choice for many Tampa, St. Pete, Dunedin, Palm Harbor, and Clearwater area homes for so long; chances are there’s a beautiful Arry’s roof in your neighborhood. Call Arry’s Roofing Services today at (727) 756-1690 for your FREE, no obligation, in-home consultation. For additional information about Arry’s Roofing, visit their web site www.ArrysRoofing.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

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to discuss the reasons why. In fact, the doctors at Trinity Family Physicians are doing their best to meet with their patients during their wellvisit to discuss ways to eliminate or at least decrease 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

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of time, and originally 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.

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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 well-known 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. 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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CNA Offering Non Medical and Medical Care. Designed to fit individuals needs. Includes flexible hours and over nights. Housekeeping, errands, doctors visits, transportation, meal prep, special dietary needs, and medication supervision. To customize a plan for you or your loved one , call Barb Wilken at 727-277-8562 or email barbwilkencna@gmail.com. References and level 1 and level 2 back ground checks available upon request. CAKES FOR FUN-Reasonably priced Decorated Cakes for all occasions, made especially for you. From small parties to corporate events. Also available, Cupcake Towers and Cookie Trays. Over 25 dog breed cookie cutters! Minimum 2 week notice, more for larger events including weddings. Visit our site: http://xanadu05.wix.com/cakes-forfun or call (727) 375-5446. A NEW LOOK Pressure Washing-2 car driveway $55 (includes all front sidewalks). Add $10ea. for 3 car and corner lots. Most Pool Decks & Cage $125. Fascia, soffits, gutters $100-$125 or whole home exterior most $150-$200. Fences $1per foot. Landscape cleanup and odd jobs too. www.anewlookpw.com. Call Randy 727271-2920 HOUSE CLEANING SERVICES: 14 Yrs. Experience, Honest, Reliable, Reasonable Rates, Trinity References. Call Rhonda: (727) 326-5447 Mary's Cleaning Service - Licensed, Insured & Bonded professional serving Pasco, Pinellas & Hillsborough Counties. No home too large or small. We supply all the necessary cleaning products that will leave your home looking & smelling wonderful! We are a pet friendly company & treat your pets & home as if they were our own. Weekly, biweekly & monthly rates available. Call for a free in home estimate today & get all of your housecleaning needs fulfilled. Call Mary (727) 389-0347 Tile and Hardwood Installation. Experienced and competitive. Over 20 years experience in tile, natural stone, laminate and hardwood flooring. Can provide referenced upon request. No job too big or too small. We aim to please! Don’t waste your money or your time on your next flooring project. Call Gilberto, 813-401-4593 or Ethan 813493-7426.

Call Jim O’Reilly at 943-0551 to place your ad in the COLOR Classifieds your neighbors really do read! FREE Estimates! Call George’s Painting Today! 727-645-8215. LAWN CARE - GREEN WITH ENVY. Fertilization Lawn, Shrub and Pest Control Specialist. Hire Green with Envy and hire your neighbor. We have over 22 years in the business. We would love to earn your business! Full Service Chemical Company, Liquid & Granular Fertilization, Weed Control and Insect Control. Call Green with Envy for a free estimate and ask us about a Trinity neighbor discount. We are licensed and insured. (727) 772-4177. J&J ALUMINUM & RESCREENING INC. New Pool enclosures, patios, lanais, etc. Rescreening your existing areas. Great prices! Excellent work! SCC#131157465. DON'T DELAY CALL J&J TODAY! (727)9922923 Jessie Lawn Care & Tree Specialist. We Offer Lawn mowing, Lawn Spraying, Pest Control and Fertilizer, Tree Pruning and Removal, Mulch, Sod and Landscaping Licensed & Insured. CALL Green Land Lawn Service (727)376-2325 SCREENING & RESCREENING SERVICES: Pool Enclosures, Lanais, Florida Rooms, Screen Rooms. Vinyl Film Windows, Vinyl Film Replacement, Vinyl Film Window Cleaning. Pressure Cleaning, Pool Enclosures, Pool Decks, Drives & Sidewalks. Licensed CBC 057155, Insured, Family Owned & Operated. Wayne Allen Building Contractor 727-842-6100. ADDITIONS & REMODELS: Complete design build services for Additions, Remodels, Kitchen and Bath Makeovers, Screen Enclosures, Universal Design, Storm Shutters, Soffit and Fascia Repairs. Local family owned and operated since 1990 – certified building contractor # CBC 057155 – www.mywabc.com. Wayne Allen Building Contractor 727-842-6100. Reliable and honest cleaning lady offering professional cleaning service. I will also walk your pet and care for your home if in need of a vacation. Over 25 years of experience! If you are looking for an organized and efficient cleaning person, call today for appointment. 727-372-2823 or 727-505-4798

"A" Behaving Pets. A creative solution for your pet's behavior issues. Not just dog training…works great for Dogs, Cats, Birds and other small animals. Stress management for rescue pets. 12 years in Pet Care Business! Also offering Pet Sitting in Trinity, East Lake and NPR. Conyact Marina at: 813-4165301 or abehavingpets@gmail.com. Thank you for your Business!

Is your PC Running Slow? We can run a complete diagnostic to see if you have any viruses, malware, spyware on your system or if you just need a memory upgrade. Do you have multiple computers and want them to "talk" to each other? We can help! Call 727498-5215 for help today! IF WE CAN'T FIX IT, IT'S FREE... GUARANTEED!

George’s Painting. Interior/Exterior. All Work Performed by Owner. No Spraying. All Done by Hand! Satisfaction Guaranteed! Dependable. Affordable. 32 Years Experience.

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many services, from switch replacements to panel changes and spa hook ups. Reasonable rates. Keep this ad on your refrigerator, we do troubleshooting as well! Licensed, ER13013648, and insured. For all your electrical needs call CHARGER ELECTRICAL SERVICES @ 727-937-5999.

EDUCATIONAL INSTRUCTION Tutoring for elementary students by (retired) teacher with 35 years experience. Will personalize practice in reading, writing or math. References available. Watch your child gain more self-confidence as skills improve! Call Dianne @ 376-3700. Writer and English Tutor - Do you need a keen eye to review, edit or rewrite important paperwork (cover letters, résumés, government forms, or other academic or professional materials)? If you struggle to organize your thoughts while writing, or need assistance speaking or writing English, contact a credentialed teacher and published writer for an affordable, per page rate. 727-264-7776. National Board Certified teacher with 20+ years experience, will tutor your child in math, reading and writing (grades K-5). Personalized reading and writing instruction (grades K-12). H.S. SAT/ACT Lang. Prep. Help your child achieve success and confidence with one on one support and assistance. References available upon request. Call Suzann @ 727 992-4574

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Trinity Fitness Center and Weight Loss Clinic LOOKING to fill positions in Sales!! Rodan + Fields Skin Care Line needs business reps who are passionate about helping others with skin care treatment products and earning commission based pay! ALSO, looking for a eager self starter as a weight loss coach!! Commission based pay for both positions and must love to network and be social! WILL TRAIN the right person. SEND resume or any info in regards to these jobs to mdcompletefitness@gmail.com or Call 727-4631250.

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC - For Rent - October 11 – 18, 2014. Newer resort with 2 swimming pools. Unit is 2 BR, 2 BA, sleeps 6, full kitchen w/ W & D. Many activities offered by the resort. Convenient to beach, shopping and restaurants. Daily golf privileges included for 4 players at 2 island courses(cart fee only). Great for golfers and/or families. $1,250. Call 727-376-4499 or 727-2559203.

FAMILY OWNED AND OWNER OPERATED ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR. Owner performs all jobs. We offer

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