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Happy Halloween New Tampa! Halloween is one of those holiday’s that doesn’t hold much significance as far as what it stands for these days. Originally a contraction of All Hallows Eve celebrated by a number of countries to remember their deceased love ones, this day includes a theme of fun and humor to confront the power of death. I understand that some people out there may still believe it’s a pagan tradition, but what Halloween is really about in 2015 America is getting the chance to be someone or something you’re not for the night. Little girls tend to gravitate towards princesses or witches, and little boys always seem to be superheroes or monsters. My wife and I don’t have kids yet (although with each passing year it’s tougher to hold her off) but for at least the past 6 years we’ve joined my young cousins trick or treating. We love walking around with them, watching their little faces light up with excitement after they
score a handful of candy from each house….well almost each house, there’s always at least one home in every neighborhood that only allows one piece of candy per kid and when I say candy I mean that Werthers hard candy that no kid likes anyway. You know what I’m talking about, that stuff grandma used to keep on the coffee table that you tried once and never ate again! The neighborhood haunted houses are also a lot of fun and almost every New Tampa neighborhood has at least one guy on the block that has decided to dedicate the entire month of October to transforming his home garage into the perfect scare zone! Many families will drive into our neighborhoods from outside areas just to experience these fun little haunted houses. Once a good one is found, it’s not long before a bunch of new faces start to pour in. Halloween may just be a silly ex-
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Celebrating Halloween with our little cousins. From L to R, Co-Editor Alexis Selby, Hayden, Haylee, Hannah and Publisher and Editor Matthew Selby. cuse to play dress up and get a bunch of free candy but what’s wrong with that? It makes for excellent family time, pictures that will be remembered and cherished forever (just look at our little scooby doo’s on the
cover) and it helps keep dentists in business due to the high spike in cavities afterwards. Just kidding, but seriously, make sure your kids brush their teeth! Stay safe out there and enjoy yourselves!
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Halloween Events in Tampa Bay 23rd Annual Haunted Woods Friday, Oct 23, at 6:00 pm at Hillsborough River State Park, 15402 N US Highway 301, Thonotosassa Come enjoy this family friendly Halloween event to raise funds for the Hillsborough River State Park Preservation Society. Sponsored by the Hillsborough River State Park Preservation Society this event includes the Haunted Woods Trail, Coloring Contests, and Family Tram Ride (Tram runs Saturday Night ONLY!). Refreshments will be available and music will be filling the air. There will be a Costume Contest both nights. All ages - 6:00 pm Prizes! It is a safe alternative to TrickOr-Treating! Bring the whole family and come walk through the Haunted Woods for a scary, fun time. Special Notice: Fort Foster Historic Site Tours are cancelled (10/24, Saturday – 10/25, Sunday of this event) Fees: Ages 13 and up $10.00
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each. Ages 12 and under Free! Proceeds benefit the Hills. River State Park Preservation Society Call the park for more details at (813) 987-6771 or visit www.floridastateparks.org/content/23rd-annual-haunted-woods. Kids Club Presents Mr. Tommy & The Halloween Special Wednesday, October 28, 10:00am - 11:00am at the Shops at Wiregrass, 28211 Paseo Dr., Wesley Chapel Presented by Premier Gymnastics, this family-friendly event will feature live children's entertainment, face painting, balloon art and activities. There will also be a costume parade, a cookie-decorating contest, a photo booth, dance houses and more! For additional info please visit TheShopsAtWiregrass.com. Trick or Treat with the Greeks Wednesday, October 28, 6:00 pm 7:30 pm, Greek Village, 4202 E. Fowler Ave, Tampa The houses in USF’s Greek Village will open their doors for the An-
nual Trick or Treat with the Greeks Halloween Event. Parents are encouraged to bring their children of all ages. Along with door-to-door trick or treating, the Greek community will provide additional activities for your children to enjoy. The event is free and open to the public. For more information please visit www.usfgreeklife.com/events. Halloween Howl in Zephyrhills Friday, October 30, 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm, 38434 5th Ave, Zephyrhills, FL The annual Main Street Zephyrhills Halloween Howl event is AWESOME with safe Trick-or-Treating, a really scary Haunted House, Hay Ride (gets scary after dark), Costume Parade (all participants receive a participation ribbon), tons of Bounce Houses, Pony Rides & Petting Zoo, Carnival Games, and more! For more information please visit www.mainstreetzephyrhills.org Heritage Church Boo Bash Saturday, October 31, 4:00 pm 6:00 pm at Heritage Church, 1854
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Oak Grove Blvd, Lutz, FL Boo Bash Halloween Alternative presents Superhero Spectacular. Boo Bash is a FUN, SAFE, FAMILY EVENT. It’s a Halloween alternative for children and parents. Boo Bash is FREE to the community and is available for everyone to invite their friends and family. For more information please visit yesheritage.com/boo-bash/#. A Nightmare on Franklin Street Oct. 23-31, times vary, Tampa Theatre, 711 N. Franklin St., Tampa Tampa's most historic theater presents nine nights of programming aimed at everyone from the average Halloween enthusiast to hard-core horror fans. Screenings include The Conjuring, The Shining, Rocky Horror Picture Show, Poltergeist and more, as well as a special screening of The Exorcist featuring a live discussion with Linda Blair. For more information or to buy tickets please visit www.tampatheatre.org/fest/nightmare-onfranklin-street-series/. ZooBoo at Lowry Park Zoo Sept. 26 - Nov. 1 (select nights) 1101 W Sligh Ave, Tampa Creep around ZooBoo for a
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ghoulish good time for all. The event is family-friendly with attractions that range in "scare factor," including haunted houses, trails, displays, lights, music, night rides and more.
ViVa Tampa Bay Hispanic Heritage Festival Presentation of Official Heritage Proclamation: Free Family Cultural & Food Festival! Sunday, October 18 from 11 am – 6 pm at Centennial Park, 1800 E 8th Ave. in Tampa Join in the festivities at the ViVa Tampa Bay Hispanic Heritage Festival, a FREE Family Art & Cultural Festival, celebrating the beauty of Tampa Bay’s Hispanic Communities! Enjoy delicious Latin foods, festivities and performances dedicated to Hispanic Heritage. Join others in the community and special guests, including Former Tampa Bay Buccaneer, Martin Gramatica; Tampa Hispanic Heritage Man of Year recipient, Col (Ret) EJ Otero; Jorge Alvarado, host of The Jorge Show and much more! Hispanic Achievement awards presented by Tampa City Councilmen, Mike
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Suarez and Yvonne Yolie Capin along with WTSP Channel 10 news anchor Dion Lim. Performances by Giovanni Hidalgo and world famous Carlos Oliva and Los Sobrinos Del Juez, Y A Son De Plena. Enter their Dance like the Stars competition to win cash prizes! ViVa Tampa Bay Hispanic Heritage Festival will take place on October 18th, in historic Centennial Park in Ybor City. The festival times will be from 11am to 6pm. They have Grammy award winner percussionist Giovanni Hidalgo performing, Miami sound machine featured artist Carlos Oliva and his band, A Son De Plena performing, local Talents Natalie Claro and Revelacion Salsera and special Dance Demo performances. For more information please call (813) 484-3331, email allamericanmusic1@aol.com or visit www.allamericanmusicevents.com.
Dancing With Our Stars 2015 The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce Dancing With Our Stars 2015! In its fourth year, the event showcases the talent and community spirit of business “stars”, teamed with local dance instructors to put on a performance Saturday October 17th, 2015. The event brings attention to local businesses throughout the Tampa Bay area, and, through the online auction, from around the United States. Hundreds have enjoyed unique and amazing performances. The community, chamber members, and volunteers all benefit from this great event! Our Stars and their Sponsors have the opportunity to promote their business, the Professionals have the opportunity to bring attention to their studios, the visitors to the auction and guests vote and enjoy a great show; all while having fun and bringing the community together! Sponsorships for this event are limited and go quickly! There are many ways to promote your business: sponsoring, supporting a “STAR”, advertising, or donating an auction item. If you are interested in high-
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lighting your business with this premier event please contact the chamber office. Dancing With Our Stars information and forms are available on the chamber website, www.CentralPascoChamber.com. Please join us in helping make this event a success! We look forward to seeing you on October 17th! The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce is a not for profit organization whose dedicated business and community partners work toward improving the economy and quality of life in the Central Pasco / Northern Hillsborough area so that its citizens and all areas of its business community shall prosper. For more information please contact Carla as above or the Central Pasco Chamber office at: 813909-2722 or via e-mail at tina@CentralPascoChamber.com.
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Communication Corner and More!, Inc – Empower. Bloom. Succeed. Without the proper intervention and assistance, your child’s academic, emotional and social success may be at risk. Instead of just going through the motions hoping your child will improve on their own, why not seek help from the experienced professionals at Communication Corner and More! Offering a wide variety of diagnostic and therapeutic services for children, adolescents, and some adults, Communication Corner and More! provides comprehensive Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy services. In addition, they offer tutoring services for Reading, Writing and Math as well as Psychoeducational Evaluations. “Staffed by experienced, certified and licensed therapists as well as master's level teachers, we specialize in providing individualized evaluations and developing treatment plans designed to meet the needs of individuals and their families,” says owner and Speech-Language Pathologist, Jill M. Vought, M.S., CCC/SLP. Jill has always had a passion for kids. With over 20 years of experience working with children, she has the
knowledge and skills to help your child succeed. Following her dream, Jill founded Communication Corner in 2007, and has made it her mission to help children and families, one therapy session at a time. Providing a very comfortable, welcoming setting where children can come to learn and have fun, Communication Corner is an exceptional place that allows children to reach their full potential! “I absolutely love children and I really enjoy helping and supporting the
families,” says Jill. “We offer an individualized, caring environment that is intended to feel like home. For example, when kids come in to our office we encourage them to take off their shoes and play. When it comes to their therapy sessions we give each child one-on-one attention and create a unique treatment plan geared toward their individual needs. We also offer some small group classes, which are small enough that each child receives the attention they deserve to succeed.”
Communication Corner offers a variety of advanced techniques to better serve their patients, including: Interactive Metronome, Listening Therapy, Lindamood Bell Learning Processes, Smart Palate Technology and Myofunctional Therapy. Through these therapy programs and intervention strategies, they are able to treat a variety of developmental disorders such as Apraxia/Dyspraxia, Sensory Processing, Receptive/Expressive Language, Dyslexia, Auditory Processing, Gross Motor, Fine Motor, Voice, Stuttering, Swallowing, Feeding and Autism Spectrum Disorders. “I knew from the first time I took Jaxon to Communication Corner and More! that this is a place that really cares about kids,” writes mom Erica. “Jaxon had high anxiety at the time and wouldn't get out of the car so they came out to the car and did the evaluation there. Everyone there is amazing with kids. Jaxon has come a long way since he has started his therapy and couldn't have done it without the help of everyone at Communication Corner and More!” Jill stresses the importance of seeking therapy for your child as early as possible. She says, “Early intervention
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Offering a wide variety of diagnostic and therapeutic services for children, adolescents, and some adults, Communication Corner and More! specializes in providing individualized evaluations and developing treatment plans designed to meet the needs of individuals and their families. can minimize and in some cases prevent delays in development. We can decrease and possibly prevent the need for special education and related services once a child reaches school-age.” Jill added, “Working together with both the family and the child is imperative to success. Families are involved every step of the way, being shown how to use newly learned skills in their home and/or school environments. As a team, the therapists create a treatment plan that best fits your child’s individual needs and will work with both you and your child to implement the plan to help ensure optimal results.” Communication Corner also offers school support services to families that are trying to obtain an IEP (Individualized Education Plan) or currently have one in place. Their therapists will even attend your child's meeting, and provide classroom suggestions, standardized assessment information and more. Communication Corner works
with children of all ages, from very young infants, including newborns, all the way up to young adults – around 21 years old. You’re probably wondering – why would a newborn need a therapist? Many people don’t realize that speech pathology involves so much more than teaching a child how to pronounce and say words and sounds. In fact, a huge part of speech pathology involves swallowing and feeding disorders. “Speech-Language Pathologists are specialists in swallowing and feeding disorders,” says Jill. Occupational Therapists work with infants for feeding disorders as well, in addition to self-regulation. Furthermore, many infants are born with Torticollis, a condition that inhibits flexion, extension or twisting of the muscles in the neck. A physical therapist should be pursued in this scenario. Jill is proud to announce her newest expansion with a second location! This location should open the be-
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ginning of November (pending construction) just off State Road 54 and the Suncoast in Ballantrae Professional Center, 17718 Hunting Bow Circle in Lutz. Easily accessible from Odessa, Trinity, Spring Hill, Carrollwood, Tampa, New Port Richey and surrounding locations, this office will feature 3500 square feet of space that is specifically designed for the functionality of her practice. Jill has already created a waiting list for this new location, so if you are interested in making an appointment call the office at (813) 9731033 and put your name on the list; they will contact you for scheduling. If you have concerns about your child, they are offering FREE developmental screenings throughout the month of November! Communication Corner accepts most major insurances, including BCBS, UHC, Humana, Aetna, TriCare, CMS, Medicaid, and more. Communication Corner and More! Inc. is located at 2754 Wind-
guard Circle, Suite 101 in Wesley Chapel. They are open by appointment only, Mon. – Thurs. 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. and 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Fri. For additional information or to make an appointment please call (813) 973-1033 or visit www.SpeechTherapyTampa.com.
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Experience Extraordinary Golf & Dining at TPC Tampa Bay, the Choice of Champions! TPC Tampa Bay in Lutz is well known to golfers who cherish the tranquility and beauty of the award-winning golf course. Part of the Heritage Golf Group, TPC Tampa Bay is open to the public, offers a premier golfing experience, and hosted the Champions’ Tour for 21 consecutive years. Professional golfers from around the globe choose to play here, and keeping them coming back requires more than impeccably kept greens, beautiful weather and a challenging golf course. It takes delicious, chef-prepared fare served from early morning until the well past the sinking sun declares lights-out on the greens.
palette and the spring pea guacamole with sunflower seeds and tortilla chips was the best avocado creation I’ve ever tasted! How about Reuben egg rolls? These amazing little treats were differently delicious! Everything we sampled was prepared to perfection. If you are looking for a new restaurant to try, put ¡CUATRO at the top of your list for breakfast, lunch, dinner or anytime! Whether you stop in solo to enjoy a beautiful view and gourmet meal while you catch up on email, or you are meeting a group of friends, ¡CUATRO will impress you with its gourmet chef-created menu, the fully stocked bar and specialty cocktails, and its splendid view.
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Whether you are a golfer or have never even held a golf club, ¡CUATRO Restaurant & Bar at TPC Tampa Bay is the perfect place to meet your friends and business associates for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Modern restaurant, friendly neighborhood hub, and golfer’s retreat – ¡CUATRO is designed to bring people together. It is open seven days a week and serves breakfast as early as 7 a.m. and dinner until 9 p.m. except on Sunday, when it serves until 8 p.m. Happy Hour is 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday through Friday. Like TPC Tampa Bay, ¡CUATRO is open to the public so there is no need to pay membership dues to enjoy an extraordinary dining experience in a private club atmosphere that is suited for all kinds of champions in life, not just the ones playing the Champion’s Tour! The inspiration for ¡CUATRO not only came from the word “Fore!” shouted across the TPC Tampa Bay
golf course, but also from four culinary influences that Chefs Michael Toscano and Wes Morton bring from their own family tables: Mexican, Italian, Cajun and American home cooking. ¡CUATRO’s menu celebrates Florida’s local ingredients adding curiosity and passion to each dish. ¡CUATRO is a spectacular venue for parties and celebrations of all types, and features a large banquet room that is perfect for hosting business functions, yet can be elegantly transformed into a beautiful venue for graduation parties, showers or wedding receptions. Recently, I attended a VIP event at ¡CUATRO and the food was fabulous! Everything at ¡CUATRO is first-class – from the perfectly prepared and beautifully presented appetizers and entrée samplings to the professionally attired and attentive
servers. ¡CUATRO’s Chef consultant, Chef Michael Toscano was there throughout the evening. Prior to partnering with Heritage Springs Golf Group, Chef Toscano built an impressive resume including opening Perla in Greenwich Village in 2011, serving as Executive Chef and Partner. With Toscano at the helm, Perla was named to Esquire’s list of “Best New Restaurants of the Year,” and earned two stars from the New York Times. In 2013 Chef Toscano was a James Beard “Rising Star Chef” Semi-Finalist and winner of the StarChefs.com “New York Rising Stars Award.” The offerings of the evening were delicious and the staff kept bringing out new creations to try. Jerk chicken wings with mango ketchup brought wings to gourmet level! The spicy Chorizo Meatball Jambalaya was a celebration for the
You’ll love playing golf on this course! Part of the PGA TOUR, the TPC Network of Clubs, including TPC Tampa Bay (a Public golf facility), was established to provide the ultimate host venues for TOUR events – with services and amenities that met the highest standards of professional golf. At TPC Tampa Bay, golfers can walk the same fairways as heroes have done, and tee off from the very spots where history has been made. You’ll also enjoy every club detail exactly as the pros do. The 18-hole, par 71 TPC Tampa Bay course was designed by Bobby Weed with Chi Chi Rodriguez as player consultant. Designed to challenge the top golfers of the world, TPC Tampa Bay also provides a challenging and fun experience for players of all abilities. A variety of teeing areas allow the course to be played from 5,036 yards from the forward tees to 4,990 yards from the championship tees. TPC Tampa Bay is the recipient is numerous awards and continues to gain accolades. Some highlights include: Winner of the AGM Platinum Award “Top 100 Public Golf Shops in the U.S.” by Golf World in 2002,
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With modern, classy appeal, ¡CUATRO Restaurant & Bar at TPC Tampa Bay is the perfect place to meet your friends and business associates for breakfast, lunch, or dinner
While open to the public, TPC Tampa Bay features a select number of annual memberships. Membership at TPC Tampa Bay is about providing an opportunity to enjoy this exceptional
golf experience daily. There are several membership options for individuals or businesses. Select members enjoy access to seven championship Heritage Golf Group properties and more than 45 TPC properties nationwide for golf, entertainment and meetings. ¡CUATRO is like a second home for members who frequently dine at the club, and members cherish the relaxed, welcoming atmosphere of TPC Tampa Bay’s clubhouse and lounge. As for golf, membership ensures tourcaliber conditions, world-class course design, frequent tournaments and outings, superior practice grounds and renowned teaching pros. Speaking of teaching pros, if you love the idea of golf, but haven’t mastered the game, don’t fret. TPC Tampa Bay has hired some of the most reputable pros around to offer lessons and help you improve your technique. TPC Tampa Bay and the ¡CUATRO Restaurant & Bar are located at 5300 West Lutz Lake Fern Road in Lutz. Call ¡CUATRO at 813-949-1486 for reservations or to inquire about banquet and catering events (cuatrotampa.com). For more information, please call 813-949-0090, or log on to tpctampabay.com where you can conveniently book your tee time.
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2006, and continually from 2011– 2015; Rated “Top 50 Public Ranges by Golf Range Magazine for three consecutive years; Voted “#13 Best Public Golf Facility” by Golf World Magazine’s Reader’s Choice Poll – 2010; Rated “#18 Best Public Golf Facility” by Golf World Magazine’s Best Places to Stay – 2009; Winner of the “Reader’s Choice for Top Golf Course” by the Tampa Tribune; Rated in the “Top 5 Courses in Florida” by Golf World Magazine; and 4-1/2 Stars on Golf Digest’s “Best Places to Play.” TPC Tampa Bay is astounding in its natural beauty. Routed around natural wetlands, cypress heads and numerous ponds and lagoons, TPC Tampa Bay is home to an abundance of wildlife including deer, foxes, otters, armadillos, alligators, egrets, storks, cranes, blue heron, and eagles. This natural setting and wildlife variety is the reason why TPC Tampa Bay is one of the only two courses in the Tampa Bay area to be designated as an Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary.
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Cigar City Brewpub – Food, Fun & Beer ! By now, I’m sure you've had a chance to enjoy Cigar City BrewPub. Opening its doors in April 2013, Cigar City Brewpub was created with the simple goal of giving Tampa great food to go with great beer. The menu is a little Cuban, a little southern, a little Italian and all Tampa. It’s a hip, welcoming and casual environment to enjoy a good time with friends and family. Since our last article about CCBP, some changes have happened and they’re for the better. Changes in the kitchen have resulted in a more consistent quality and better value from the dishes. “We are still sourcing as much produce, beef and seafood as we can locally, and continue to offer only the highest quality hormone-free and grass fed meats, as well as fresh calamari from Rhode Island and shrimp from the Gulf of Mexico,” says General Manager Russell Simons. Recently revising the Brunch menu to offer a wider variety of choices for guests, Chef Gerry serves up a variety of delicious new options, as well as some classic dishes like the
crab cake Benedict and the option to build your own omelet. This brunch is epic! The chef and brewer work hand in hand to help combine their talents for each guest’s benefit. Gerry says, “We even use beer brewed here in some of the sauces and dishes on the menu. The signature salad dressing
uses a farmhouse saison beer from the brewery called Guava Grove, and the pancakes from brunch use a little of the Cacique porter. A must try is the flowerless Hunahpu cake with Maduro brown ale and chilies.” Walking into Cigar City Brewpub, you can’t help but notice the in-
novative décor, almost all of which has been “up-cycled” from their brewery. From their fixtures made from brewery barrels, to the beer cans around the lights to their built in bar, which is also made out of cans, this eco-friendly Brewpub brings a little bit of the brewery to you; even the tables are up-cycled, made from re-used pallets and old brewery equipment. Getting past the décor, one can hardly miss the huge brewery canisters, which are not so conspicuously hidden in the corner of the bar area, where Head Brewer Matt Tucker brews up some amazing creations! Matt has recently won a Gold medal for the Cacique Porter brewed here in the U.S. Beer Open Championship 2015 and a Bronze medal for the Chocolate Stout named Popol Vuh in the same competition. In 2013, his Vienna Lager won the Gold Medal as Best of show in the Best Florida Beer Championship. Looking for a recommendation on food? As tough as it is to just choose one dish, the smoked swordfish tacos are still my favorite at Cigar City Brewpub, boasting an aromatic distinction of Smokey goodness. From
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Cigar City’s brunch menu showcases a delicious selection of amazing options to choose from, including their crab cake Benedict, featured above.
a good pairing with a fine brew you’re in luck! Cigar City has vegetarian options as well, such as their black bean cakes, served with fire roasted salsa verde and chipotle sour cream. Joe Redner (father of Cigar City’s founder) is a vegan and he is always happy when he eats here. CCBP prides itself on having enough veggies to be creative and accommodate vegetarians. Don’t forget, even if the menu doesn’t tell you which beer to pair with every item, your knowledgeable server will happily point you in the right direction! If you’re looking for a fun,
neighborhood atmosphere with great food options and a plethora of drinks to go along with it, look no further. Come on by and see what all the buzz is about! Cigar City Brewpub is located at 15491 North Dale Mabry Hwy. in Tampa. They are open Sunday – Thursday: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.; Brunch: Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.; Bar is Open Late. For more information please call (813) 962-1274 or visit www.CigarCityBrewpub.com.
Head Brewer Matt Tucker is well-known throughout the country for his oneof-a-kind beer creations, inlcuding his Cacique Porter, which won a Gold Medal in the U.S. Beer Open Championship 2015. the first bite you will be hooked – wrapped in a crisped malanga boat, the smokiness of the rum-cured swordfish is perfectly complemented by their fabulously sweet homemade pickled cabbage and combines for an amazing flavor that is out of this world. I’m a fishing guide on the weekends and I’ve had my fair share of fish in my day so trust me when I say not only is this cooked to perfection, but it’s fresh off the boat as well!
Any burger on the menu is sure to impress, but I really enjoy their grass fed burger, which obviously features grass fed beef, as well as house-smoked bacon, sofrito, homemade pickles, sweet plantains topped off with an excellent aioli sauce and served on a brioche bun. Have a craving for Cuban fare? The Cuban sandwich will satisfy you, guaranteed! If you’re a vegetarian who enjoys
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The Sky Is The Limit At Corbett Preparatory School Of IDS Touring the Corbett Preparatory campus, I was in awe. Nestled amongst the Cypress trees on a beautiful lake and adjoining pond, the picturesque scenery reminded me of something straight out of a fairytale. Walking along the boardwalk, it was easy to see why this school is often referred to as “The Magic Kingdom.” Yet, as breathtaking as it is in the outside, what goes on inside is even more impressive. Founded by two moms with a dream, Corbett Preparatory School of IDS, previously named Independent Day School, raises the bar for the future of education, going far beyond the basic fundamentals of teaching and preparing their students not only how to succeed in the classroom, but more importantly – how to succeed in life. Their teaching methods are exemplary, which are a reflection of their teachers, who are by far some of the best in the nation. “Every child and every family is different,” says Dr. Joyce Burick Swarzman, the Headmaster at Corbett Prep. “We pride ourselves on providing our students with individualized instruction and the opportunity to interact with
others in positive ways. What we are is an engaging preparation for life – each and every day.” Upholding a superior level of excellence in regards to student education, the teachers at Corbett Prep believe every child is gifted in his or her own way, and thus have a unique curriculum, specially designed to showcase each student’s independent skills and attributes. In addition to weekly and monthly trainings, every teacher at Corbett Prep is endorsed in gifted education through a master’s level grant with the University of South Florida’s Department of Education and the entire faculty has recently completed Harvard Graduate education classes. Dr. Swarzman emphasizes the importance of continuous education. She says, “To be a teacher means to be a life long learner.” Corbett Prep teacher Mr. Scott, says, “As teachers, we receive a great foundation in education. We are continually being educated and learning new things. The pressure of the Olympic mentality is big; we are always looking for areas to improve, to be the best that we can be. We are very fortunate to have positive attitudes among our staff and great support from our faculty.”
Corbett Preparatory School of IDS was founded upon a strong set of principals and values and there are seven common characteristics, known as the A+ Action Approach to Leadership and Change, that have shaped its existence; each of these components have gone beyond words and ideas, translating into action and steps that have propelled the school forward over the years.
Model the Models – “At Corbett Prep, our teachers use research-based and best-practice knowledge on how students can learn best and with the most joy,” says Karen Vaughan, Public Relations Coordinator at Corbett Preparatory School of IDS. Proceed Purposefully – Everything you do, do with purpose. “Every child deserves a teacher of the year,” says Dr. Swarzman. “We train our teachers to be the teacher that they would want for
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their own children.” Embrace a Vision- The goal at Corbett Prep is to create joy and make learning fun, and by encouraging students to embrace a vision and set attainable goals, the teachers are providing their students with a foundation for the future, instilling in them a valuable set of principals that they can carry with them through life. “We chal-
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lenge our students to reach their highest potential and beyond,” adds Dr. Swarzman. “There are limitless opportunities for children and the excitement for teachers is figuring it out. The students learn to complete their work with quality– that is a requirement. When you learn to complete your work with quality you learn to develop pride in what you do and that is how you learn
a strong work ethic.” Build Leadership Capacity, Teams and Networks - Corbett Preparatory School of IDS is constantly networking with other universities and schools, working together to help each other achieve their goals. Adopt “Presence” – Adopt presence – a presence of pride in your profession, presence that shows passion for your work and a presence that shows purpose. Develop a Lifelong Learning Mentality – At Corbett Prep they believe that there is always opportunity for growth and continued progress and thus, have adopted the Olympic Mentality; the mentality of the best always looking for ways to be better. The teachers have a commitment to perpetual and constant learning and are always looking for areas in which they can grow and improve. Dr. Swarzman says, “We are in the business of educating students to be the best that they can be and to do that you have to work with teachers who are willing to do the same.” Persevere and Persist – To Maintain purpose and remain persistent, despite adversity or difficulty, and never give up on your dreams.
What The Students Have to Say: On my previous visit I had the pleasure of meeting a variety of different students, ranging in age from 1st graders to 8th graders; their excitement for learning was obvious. When asked how you treat people, each student happily responded, “with dignity and respect.” 6th grade student Emma says, “Everybody is really nice and the teachers are fun. I like the open campus and all the afterschool activities. I take private piano lessons and dance. In Spanish, if you are lucky and you speak Spanish well, when exchange students come from Madrid you get to host them for 3 weeks.” What Emma is referring to is the International Exchange program at Corbett Prep. This past year Emma’s
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family hosted a student from Madrid, who was accompanied by one of her teachers. The teachers visit Corbett to learn about the curriculum and teaching methods in order to bring back the knowledge they have learned to help their schools. This summer Emma’s family will be hosting another exchange student from China. Taylor, another 6th grade student, says, “This school is not like any other school. It is special and different in its own unique way. There are a lot of activities. The games are educational, but fun, allowing us to learn in an exciting way.” “We are very real with our students, therefore we expect them to be real with us,” says Dr. Swarzman. We expect them to be positive, purposeful and passionate about what they do and what they learn.” Founded in 1968, Corbett Preparatory School of IDS (formerly Independent Day School Corbett Campus) is a fully accredited, nonsectarian private school located in Tampa’s Carrollwood neighborhood. The school serves over 500 students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade and offers the International Baccalaureate program of study for all students. Teachers are endorsed in gifted education through a master’s level grant with the University of South Florida College of Education. Corbett Prep balances a dynamic, nurturing and safe learning environment with high standards and high expectations to develop a positive approach to life and learning. Corbett Prep has become recognized as an exemplary school with over 7,000 visitors observing and learning from Corbett Prep teachers. Corbett Preparatory School of IDS is located at 12015 Orange Grove Drive in Tampa. For more information, visit corbettprep.com, or contact the Admissions Office at (813) 961-3087 or by email at info@corbettprep.com.
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George Kontos Roofing, Inc. – Providing Safety, Security & Quality Roofing Services By Alexis Selby For over 40 years, George Kontos Roofing, Inc. has been providing honest, knowledgeable and exceptional roofing services to the Tampa Bay Area and beyond. With their precise attention to detail, ethical integrity and lengthy experience you can be assured that your roof is in good hands, as they understand the importance of building a sturdy, solid roof that will last for decades. Family-owned-and-operated, George Kontos Roofing consists of owner George Kontos, his son Vasilis, who is the Residential General Manager, and their group of well-trained, professional staff. George, who has been working as a roofer since the 1960’s, is highly-qualified and dedicated to providing quality craftsmanship and very competitive prices. Vasilis, who grew up learning the trade alongside George, knows all the ins and outs of the roofing business and does everything possible to ensure that their customers have a great experience. Both George and Vasilis are state licensed professionals and together, this father-son team brings the community a trusted name and a combined total of over 50 years of roofing and construction experience. Vasilis says, “This is one of our first years we have ever advertised. The business has thrived since the 70’s to the successful place it is today through word of mouth from satisfied testimonials and referrals.” George Kontos Roofing Inc. performs all of their own work from start to finish and they do not use sub-con-
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tractors. “Our employees have been here for the long haul,” says Vasilis. “We are not a transitional company. When it comes to our employees, they are all trustworthy. We know our staff like family.” Gary Stark, the Commercial General Manager, has worked at George Kontos Roofing Inc. for over 10 years. Gary says, “We all help each other out here.”
Services Kontos Roofing offers a variety of services, including both residential and commercial work, ranging from small leak repairs to large roof replacement. No matter what you are looking for, George Kontos Roofing will always provide you will a free estimate. They specialize in new construction, re-roofing, wind mitigation inspection, roof repairs, ventilations, skylight repair and installation, flashing (weather-proofing), custom-modified roof systems, hot asphalt roofing, Duro-Last Roofing Systems, wood repair, soffit, fascia and much more. George Kontos Roofing installs all types of roofs, including shingled, flat, metal and tile – they have something for every budget and style. Along with installing shingles that carry a lifetime warranty, George Kontos Roofing Inc.’s GAF Certification means that the company also offers a 100 percent satisfaction guarantee and 50-year warranty on labor and materials – that is a guarantee you can count on! At George Kontos Roofing Inc. they understand that emergencies do happen, which is why they offer 24hour emergency service. If you
Owner George Kontos and his son Vasilis Kontos (left) have an emergency, you can rely on George Kontos Roofing Inc. “Emergency situations always come first,” states Vasilis. “We are known for our fast turnaround.” Some of their emergency roofing services include tarp overs, temporary roofing repairs, entire roof replacement, cartage and disposal and clean-up. George Kontos Roofing Inc. has a great deal of experience working with the Duro-Last Roofing System, a vinyl roof membrane that reflects 88 percent of the sun’s energy; saving you money on cooling costs. DuroLast is a chartered partner of Energy Star Roof Products; these are top-oftheline products that are very affordable. George Kontos Roofing Inc. believes in using Energy Star Roofing Products because it is a trusted label in energy efficient products as designated by the Federal Government. George Kontos Roofing Inc. also specializes in AttiCat Insulation, blown-in fiberglass insulation that
keeps your home well-cooled in the summer heat. Hydro-Stop, an economical waterproof roofing coat, is another innovative product that George Kontos Roofing Inc. works with. This approved Class 1 Roof System consists of a premium coat system that allows for lower energy consumption and high performance against fire, wind, leaks and more. Two years ago my husband Matt and I decided it was time to redo our roof, as our previous roof had been over 25 years old and was in desperate need of repair. Matt went to high school with Vasilis and has known him for many years, so when we were looking for a roofer, George Kontos Roofing came to mind. They did such an outstanding job and our roof looks a thousand times better. Not only were the workers prompt and courteous, but they were also extremely proficient and very hard-working. Despite having to tear up our old
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George Kontos Roofing Inc. will add curb appeal to your house with a beautiful, new roof. The before (left) and after (right) pictures of our house show the difference a new roof can make! roof, there was never a mess and any and all debris was immediately picked up and disposed of. Within two days we had a beautiful new roof! After our roof was finished, Vasilis stopped by and checked to make sure we were happy with our results and that everything went well – we had only good things to say. Kontos Roofing was professional the entire time and for the quality of roof we received the cost was very affordable. I am extremely happy with our choice to use Kontos Roofing and would recommend them to anyone
who is looking for a new roof or in need of roof repairs. Kontos Roofing serves the entire Tampa bay Area, including Pinellas, Pasco and Hillsborough Counties, as well as other areas throughout the state of Florida. George Kontos Roofing works with all the best roofing products and is fully dedicated to bringing you the highest quality products at the most reasonable price. George Kontos Roofing is a very trustworthy company and has been providing safety, security and quality roofs to the
Tampa Bay Area for nearly 40 years. George Kontos Roofing Inc. is Licensed, Bonded and Insured; LIC # CCC 029579. George Kontos Roofing Inc. is located at 201 South Levis Avenue
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in Tarpon Springs. Hours are Mon. – Fri., 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Sat. For more info, call (727) 938-6900 or (727) 2246360. You can also visit their website at www.KontosRoofing.com.
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