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First of all, I want to start by introducing myself. My name is Carla Dubis, I am the Creative Director and new editor of Tampa Bay News and Lifestyles. I am 31 years old and I was born and raised in Venezuela, my mother is Italian and my Father, who unexpectedly passed away 3 months ago, was from Poland. What can I say? I am a mutt! I am fluent in English, Spanish and Italian. I moved from Venezuela to Tampa when I was 16 years old to attend UT. I have a Bachelors in Fine Arts in Graphic Design from the University of Tampa and a Masters in Education with a concentration in Instructional Technology and Web Design from USF. Go Bulls! :) I have called Tampa my home since 2003, and even though at first I thought to myself “As soon as I graduate I am out of here!” I fell in love with this city and I have no intentions of ever leaving. I have lived in Harbour Island for the past 10 years and I have seen this city grow exponentially in the past decade. I have seen so many of spots close its doors throughout the years, but so many other businesses and restaurants have opened, making this medium sized city, feel like a big metropolis. I never get
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bored, there’s always something fun to do here. From an art festival to a margarita festival, from broadway plays to fantastic concerts and so much more! I am a big foodie, a craft beer lover, a caffeine addict and a big lightning fan! I spend most of my weekends eating all over Tampa Bay, fishing with my fiance (Tampa Bay News and Lifestyles’ Publisher Matt Selby), hanging out with my family (who moved to Tampa 5 years ago after I bragged about it so much!), rooting for our local sports teams (go lightning!), or watching a movie. Whenever I get the opportunity to travel, which is one of my biggest passions, I find myself missing Tampa a lot (something I never really thought I would experience!) because it’s home to me now, and because I got spoiled with all the things this amazing city has to offer... Here we have it all! We have beautiful beaches, amazing weather (most of the time, that humidity though!), luxury boutiques, fantastic shopping malls, cultural events, art festivals, music festivals and some of the best restaurants I have ever had the pleasure of trying. The best part? you are only a short drive away. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the people who
believed in me and trusted me with the positions I currently have, the Selby Family. Tampa Bay News and Lifestyles has been owned and operated by the Selby Family for over 25 years, and I am very lucky to be the newest addition to the family! I could not be happier God put me in the path of this family, they are seriously the most amazing, loving, hard-working and honest individuals I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. Working with them is as rewarding as it is fun. So what can I offer Tampa Bay News and Lifestyles? Besides my graphic and web design skills, I will definitely bring my decent grammar and editing ability and my personal insight about all things Tampa Bay.. I will be keeping you up to date with the latest news and fun events happening in the area, I will tell you about the best restaurants and hot spots to visit... after all, I have been living here for over a decade, so I know a thing or two about Tampa! If you ever want to reach out to me because you want us to share a local event, or if you have an amazing story you want published in any of our 7 publications, please email me directly at carla@nnlflorida.com.
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Oldsmar Breaks Ground for Washington Park Village
Photo courtesy of the City of Oldsmar Oldsmar City Council, joined by Point Construction and developer representatives, broke ground to officially mark the beginning of Oldsmar’s newest development – Washington Park Village - on the afternoon of Tuesday, July 20, 2017. Located at the northeast corner of St. Petersburg Drive and Park Boulevard, Washington Park Village will feature eight 3-story units and seven 2-story units and built out in two
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phases. According to the developer, they hope to have phase one completed in early 2018. Once sold out, they will move into phase two. The project was a dreamchild for Steve Becklund and his family back in 2005. When the economy took a downturn, it was placed on hold. With the current shift in the real estate market, Washington Park Village was born again. “This development will certainly
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compliment what is being planned for the downtown area,” stated Oldsmar Mayor Doug Bevis. “With the new townhome projects at the 580 bridge and Woodlands Square Plaza being revitalized, Washington Park Village is another addition that will be great for the community.” To learn more about the development, visit their website at WashingtonParkVillage.com.
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Kiku Japanese Fusion – A Fresh Blend of East Meets West Katie Thomas Kiku Japanese Fusion is a cornerstone in the Palm Harbor community and has been recognized for its outstanding Sushi cuisine, excellent service and friendly staff. Kiku is known for its modern interpretation of classic dishes and its insistence on only using high quality fresh ingredients. Yin Wang, who manages the restaurant, says, “Our top priority is our fresh food and providing exceptionally good service. We want our customers to feel welcome here and know that they can rely on us to serve consistently delicious food that is also healthy. Kiku Japanese Fusion offers delicious dining and takeout to Palm Harbor, East Lake and surrounding areas. Whether you come for lunch or dinner, Kiku is a guaranteed great time for the whole family, but it also offers a cozy and romantic atmosphere for a date night. Netflix and Kiku? You can choose to pick up some amazing dishes for a delicious at-home dining experience. Kiku Japanese Fusion not only has a delicious menu, but also provides a cozy and relaxing atmosphere that makes dining truly enjoyable. Kiku Japanese Fusion is family owned and operated, and originally opened in the Tallahassee area over eight years ago. The successful restaurant has now expanded to open its third location in East Lake. While her brothers run the other locations, including the one in Clearwater, FL.,Yin runs Kiku Japanese Fusion in East Lake with the help of her family. Yin and her brothers continue to work diligently to keep their food tasty and
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consistent at all three of the Kiku Japanese Fusion locations in Florida, which has helped the restaurant to continue to gain popularity. Yin says, “We strive to serve our customers with the best possible blend of Japanese Fusion fare that is healthy and affordable.” Kiku’s East Lake location had a soft opening in May and their Grand Opening on June 15th of last year. Still fairly new to the area, the Kiku Japanese Fusion staff is excited and pleased to welcome new guests, and welcome back some familiar faces who have already become regulars.
immediately make you feel right at home. Kiku features soft lighting, Japanese decor, and traditional Japanese music that let one know it’s
time to dine! Customer Michael Nagy rates Kiku Japanese Fusion 5 stars on google and says, “So good! Seriously,
Great Specials, Great Service! The delicious smell of Hibachi cooking gets your appetite cranked up as soon as you enter Kiku Japanese Fusion, and the friendly servers
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just come here and get the all you can eat buffet. Fantastic sushi, great entrees and appetizers, incredible service. Everyone in the Bay area should be coming here!” Local Guide, Kim Wilson, also rates Kiku 5 stars and has this to say about her experience, “Fantastic!! Excellent customer service, clean and comfortable atmosphere. We tried the soup, sushi, salads and the meals. Everything we ordered was hot and tasted very fresh. They are open past 9PM during the week which is great for us. We will be back.” Kiku Japanese Fusion has amazing specials for lunch and dinner that will not only make your stomach happy, but will have your wallet pleased as well. Try the Bento Box lunch special that is served with a California Roll, Spring Roll and steamed rice. Bento Box options include: Chicken Teriyaki, Tofu Teriyaki, Shrimp teriyaki, Beef Teriyaki, Salmon Teriyaki, Shrimp Tempura, Chicken Tempura, Vegetable Tempura, Chicken Katsu, Pork Katsu, Yaki Chicken Udon or Yaki Shrimp Udon. Hibachi grill lunches are served with chicken soup, salad, stir-fried vegetables and white or fried rice. Hibachi grill choices include: vegetable, noodle, chicken, steak, shrimp, scallop, salmon, tilapia or filet mignon. Lunch Specials also include your choice of any 2 rolls for $9.95 or 3 rolls for $12.95, and both are served with miso soup and a salad. You can also opt for Chef’s Choice Sushi Lunch, which includes five pieces of sushi featuring the California roll, miso soup and salad. I enjoy the Sashimi Lunch special, which is composed of six sashimi pieces, miso soup and a salad – delicious, healthy,
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and cheaper than a burger! One of the best specials Kiku offers and their most popular is Buy One Chef’s Specialty Roll (Makimono Roll or Hand Roll) and get one free! Kiku also offers Nigiri buy one get one free specials all the time! Just check out the menu to see what is fresh for the week! Dinner at Kiku is a feast for both your eyes and your palate. Each dish is artfully presented and delicious! The Udon Noodle Soup is absolutely delicious and when paired with a Chef’s Specialty Roll it is the perfect amount of food. I suggest starting off with one of the many delicious appetizers, adding a salad and trying
one of their delicious Teriyaki dishes paired with a glass of saki. Beef Tataki with Ponzu sauce is a great starter dish, followed by Seaweed or Avocado Salad. Or, would you prefer their Beef Negimaki Teriyaki Dish finished up with one of their delicious desserts like the Mochi Ice Cream in Green Tea! Regular customer Ric says, “Awesome service and genuine Japanese food. The staff are wonderful. The food is prepared artistically. I highly recommend this place.” Kiku has tons of wonderful menu items and great specials, plus they offer fantastic Happy Hour specials including Buy One Get One Free
house wines from 4 p.m. to close. Domestic beer is only $1.99 all week long. On Wednesday each week, Kiku offers Buy One Get One house saki, and Buy One Get One free on all wines on Thursday! Kiku Japanese Fusion is delicious, welcoming and affordable! Ask about their endless sushi specials, which are all you can eat! Kiku is located at 36221 East Lake Road in Palm Harbor, FL 34685. Kiku is open Monday and Tuesday from 4–10:30 p.m. and Wednesday through Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Order online at www.kikujapanesefusion.com
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East Lake Fire Rescue - Grilling Safety Tips by Claudia Faiola Summer is the peak time for grill fires! For that reason, East Lake Fire Rescue would like to share NFPA’s grilling safety tips with you. Here are some general safety tips you should always keep in mind when grilling: 1. Propane and charcoal BBQ grills should only be used outdoors. 2. The grill should be placed well away from the home, deck railings and out from under eaves and overhanging branches. 3. Keep children and pets at least three feet away from the grill area. 4. Keep your grill clean by removing grease or fat buildup from the grills and in trays below the grill. 5. Never leave your grill unattended. 6. Always make sure your gas grill lid is open before lighting it.
Using a charcoal grill? Here are some tips to keep in mind: 1. There are several ways to get the charcoal ready to use. Charcoal chimney starters allow you to start the charcoal using newspaper as a fuel. 2. If you use a starter fluid, use
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only charcoal starter fluid. Never add charcoal fluid or any other flammable liquids to the fire. 3. Keep charcoal fluid out of the reach of children and away from heat sources. 4. There are also electric charcoal starters, which do not use fire. Be sure to use an extension cord for outdoor use. 5. When you are finished grilling, let the coals completely cool before disposing in a metal container.
Here are some more tips for those using propane grills: 1. Check the gas tank hose for leaks before using it for the first time each year. Apply a light soap and water solution to the hose. A propane leak will release bubbles. If your grill has a gas leak, by smell or the soapy bubble test, and there is no flame, turn off both the gas tank and the grill. If the leak stops, get the grill serviced by a professional before using it again. If the leak does not stop, call the fire department. 2. If you smell gas while cooking, immediately get away from the grill and call the fire department. 3. Do not move the grill. If the
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flame goes out, turn the grill and gas off and wait at least 5 minutes before re-lighting it. Please also keep NFPA 1:10.11.6.1 in mind: For other than one- and two-family dwellings, no hibachi, grill, or other similar devices used for cooking, heating, or any other purpose shall be used or kindled on any balcony or under any overhanging portion or within 10 ft (3 m) of any structure. What this means is the Florida Fire Prevention Code prohibits any cooking on a balcony of an apartment or condominium and the minimum safe distance for cooking equipment is 10 feet . The only exception is for electrical cooking appliances such as electric ranges or electric grills. The Florida Fire Prevention Code prohibits the storage or use of liquefied petroleum (L.P.) gas in quantities greater than 1 pound above the first floor in any apartment or condominium. Therefore, L.P. gas grills cannot be stored on a balcony. It is important to also understand that L.P. gas cylinders cannot be stored inside the residential unit or anywhere
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above the first floor unless they are serviced by exterior stairwells. Quite a few of the condominiums and apartment complexes have regulations on the use of barbecue grills that exceed Florida Fire Prevention code requirements. East Lake Fire Rescue recommends checking with your management staff to see what requirements apply to use of outdoor cooking at your complex. East Lake Fire Rescue would like to encourage you to follow the above-mentioned tips. For more safety tips, please visit our website,www.elfr.org or find us on social media.
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TECH TALK with Bob the Computer Guy By Bob Dalles
Today’s Topic: Choosing the right printer Greetings Friends… When talking with my clients, one question that comes up quite frequently is, “I need a new printer. What do you recommend?” One would think this question is easy to answer. However, there is much to consider when selecting a printer. Do you need a monochrome inkjet, color inkjet, monochrome laser, color laser, dot matrix, dye sublimation, solid ink, or thermal? That depends on what you will be printing and the quantity of pages you need to print. Most inexpensive printers can handle tasks like printing occasional emails or web pages, recipes, driving maps, grocery lists and coupons. If your needs are more of a professional nature, such as business letters, customer bids and estimates or even brochures, then you’ll need a printer that is capable of providing a more
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Bob Dalles, owner, Bob the Computer Guy & Associates, Inc. crisp and professional look. How much printing do you plan to do? A few pages a month or 10,000 pages? Do you need color or will monochrome be sufficient? What size paper will you be using? Most printers will print to letter size (8.5”x 11”) and legal size (8.5”x 14”) paper. If you are a photographer or publisher you may need a larger format printer that can handle 11”x 17” or perhaps
even 24”x 36” poster size. Also keep in mind that printers have a minimum size of paper they can handle. Most will print to a 4”x 6” or even a 3.5”x 5” index card. If you need to print to these smaller formats make certain that the printer you choose will handle it. Otherwise you will find yourself constantly clearing paper jams, which wastes paper, ink/toner, and your time. Most people’s needs are pretty basic. They plan to print to standard 8.5”x 11” paper. So the only two other questions to answer are: 1) Do we need to print in color? And 2) How many pages do we plan to print every month? Once we have the answers to those questions we can then look at which printer can best
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Late Summer Snook Fishing It’s August and the fishing can be as hot as the weather on some days, and completely turn off on others. It can be a very frustrating time of year for many anglers in search of one of the most iconic gamefish in our waters; the Snook! I’ve been fishing my entire life and just like many of you, some days I catch fish until I’m tired of it, and somedays fishing is so slow I honestly get tired of fishing. I don’t care who you are or how vast your knowledge is, sometimes getting the fish to bite is a challenge. During the summer months, some fishing days are full of double digit catches and some days it’s next to impossible to even find the bait. But why? Well, many factors come into play but one of the most obvious, and sometimes overlooked factor is simply the heat. The water temps can reach over 90 degrees by noon and often times the fish will just shut off. They still have to eat, but most of the time, they choose the times of day that are a little more comfortable for them. In August, early morning or night fishing is going to be your best bet. Snook love an abundance of baitfish, moving current and warm water temperatures. They are opportunistic feeders who exert energy when needed but are completely happy stacking up in one place for hours. They stack up in areas where, you guessed it, a strong moving current will flush baitfish right in their face, producing an easy meal. They are also very structure-oriented, and even when you see them cruising the beach, they are usually just moving to their next spot near a drop off, mangrove bed, dock or other underwater habitat. High Tide Snook fishing differs from Low Tide Snook fishing as well. Think about it, how many times have you caught a fish and go back to that spot over and over. My guess is, you catch fish there again but not every time, and that can be frustrating. Why aren’t they always there? The short answer is, they are, just not always when you’re there. With a high tide, Snook enjoy deeper water near the mangroves and shorelines so they tend to hide out under the cover of the groves, ambushing pray as it swims by in the current. You can also find Snook under docks at this time. During a low tide, less water is near the shoreline so the Snook won’t be there. They tend to be in deeper channels and on drop off edges during the lower tides. This isn’t to say you can’t find an abundance of Snook in deeper channels or under bridges during high tide, it’s just more likely on a low. Even with all this information, if you don’t have the local knowledge of where the fish tend to be, you're going to spend a lot of time scouring miles of the dense mangrove shorelines of Florida. This is where hiring an experienced fishing guide can make your day on the water a lot more successful. I’ll be honest though, there’s days where we find the fish, all the conditions are right on paper, but they won’t eat. It happens, and anyone who says otherwise is just down right lying to you. If fishing was easy, it wouldn’t be so rewarding. The thrill of the hunt, the days that shut us out, and especially the days that a plan comes together and the fish are happy to cooperate, are what keep us addicted and coming back for more. Tight Lines! If you want to go Snook fishing with me, call me at 727-253-5893, follow me on Instagram @captmattselby or on Facebook under Epic Sport Fishing.
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IMPROVING SAT/ACT SCORES by Dr. Wayne Adams School has started again … where did the summer go? Can you believe it is time to start thinking about the SAT and ACT again, plus the PSAT which is the only qualifying exam for national merit scholarships? Here is the fall schedule for these exams: SAT: Aug 26, Oct 7, Nov 4, Dec 2; PSAT primary date Oct 11; ACT: Sept 9, Oct 28, Dec 9. Rising seniors are getting ready for SAT and ACT Exams, completing applications, writing college application essays, and enjoying their senior year. Rising juniors are getting ready for the PSAT, often preparing for the full SAT and ACT Exams to see how they can score, and see where they need to improve. Rising sophomores are often getting ready for the PSAT, and wondering what the future brings with standardized exams. Which is the better exam for college applications? Opinions vary, but my students prefer the ACT exam because they perceive it is easier, the questions are more direct, and the essay is definitely easier. Only about 25% of my student prefer the SAT. The good news is that my students normally score 15 percentiles higher on one exam or the other. The bad news is that we don’t usually know which will be better until they have taken both. Many parents don’t know that many colleges, especially at the top level, require a student also take two SAT Subject Tests if that student applies with a SAT Exam score. If that same student applies with an ACT Exam score, then there is not requirement for two SAT Subject Tests. Plus, you can “superscore” a SAT Exam, which means submitting the high scores from multiple exams as if that student had taken the exam only once. Just don’t put college codes in your SAT application for automatic distribution until you have seen the scores and have decided which ones you want to submit. Top college often ask if a student has taken more than one SAT Exam, and request that all
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exam scores be submitted. However, they usually “superscore” for a student anyway. The ACT Exam does not allow “superscoring”. Again, most colleges will do this anyway when a student submits scores from multiple exams. Florida Bright Futures “superscores” both exams. This year, the Florida Academic Scholars award was doubled to $6,000+, which covers full tuition at any public university. This is a one year increase, but probably will be extended. Often, my students have a high GPA and strong class standing, but cannot score high enough on the SAT or ACT for their target or dream schools. The difficulty is not with the student, the difficulty is with how they are prepared specifically for these exams. My phone rings off the hook right after standard exam scores are received with parents and students not understanding why scores are not higher. Some really good news is that, if a highly qualified student lives in Florida, often top schools around the country will give that student a preference compared to a student from the northeast or other state where the
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high school system is perceived as stronger. If you do not believe that Florida is perceived as “dumbed down”, just look at the ACT exam that gives a students relative percentile compared to the state, and then nationally. The national score is often 5 – 10 percentiles lower than the Florida score. I often am asked when a student should start preparing for these standardized exams. The answer depends on each student and family situation. In general, if a student is aiming for a top school nationally or UF or FSU in Florida, the competion for admission continues to get tougher. Ivy League and similar schools have an average score of around 1500 on the SAT, 33 on the ACT, for a student to be admitted. Having tutored national merit finalists and semi-finalists, it takes some time to get to this level of performance. Many times I am contacted
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about a student who has very high scores in one or two areas of these exams, and needs “skill strengthening” in other areas. If You Would Like To Talk More About How I Can Help Your Student, please contact me at 727253-0639 or at wwa0811@mykolab.com. Dr. Wayne Adams is one of the leading SAT and ACT tutors in the country. His students normally improve 200 – 350 points on the Writing, Reading, Writing and Essay, and Math, and 4 – 7 points on the ACT composite. They have been admitted to eight of the top ten universities in the country, seventeen of the top twenty-five, and many schools in Florida. These schools include Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Columbia, Stanford, U Chicago, Duke, U Penn, Johns Hopkins, Cornell, Notre Dame, Emory, UC Berkley, UCLA, USC, UNC (Chapel Hill), NYU, Northeastern (Boston), Boston College, Georgia Tech, Air Force and Merchant Marine Service Academies, Penn State, LSU, Auburn, UF, U Miami, FSU, USF, UCF, Florida Atlantic, Florida Gulf Coast, FIU, New College of Florida, Stetson, and Julliard – Manhattan - New England - and Berkley Conservatories of Music. Many have received academic, athletic, or music scholarships. This year, he also tutored three juniors who scored at the national merit finalist/semi-finalist levels on the most recent PSAT. He is a former Dean of a Graduate School of Business and Full Professor, and began college teaching at the University of Maryland in 1968. He has degrees and advanced studies at Harvard, Yale, Vanderbilt, Columbia International, and Luther Rice.
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Create More Space Simply With The More Space Place Team! By: Katie Cammardella The professional’s at More Space Place are experts in creating more space in your home with unique storage solutions. More Space Place has attractive, functional and efficient solutions to help you gain more space in your home without the hassle of a remodel or costly addition. The array of products and storage solutions at More Space Place includes custom closets, home office furniture and organization systems, Murphy wall beds, garage systems and kitchen organization solutions. With hundreds of options that allow you to turn any room into a multi-functional room More Space Place helps you utilize the existing space you already have for simple organization solutions! More Space Place started off as a single retail location in the early 1980’s and has since grown to become a nationally recognized and trusted company. Due to their high level of quality customer service and quality organization products More Space Place now has over 40 stores that are locally owned and operated by community members. Clark Williams and Bob Schmidt are the owners of the Tampa Bay franchise., which has three convenient showrooms and Design Centers. The first store opened in 1995 in Pinellas County and 1996 in Hillsborough County. According to Clark, since the beginning, the innovative designs and space efficiency generated by the More Space Place’s products has made the business exciting and never boring. “When I joined More Space Place, we offered a single line of Murphy Beds along with a limited choice of complementing bookcases. Over the last twenty years, it has been really exciting to watch our product line and our company grow,” says Clark. “More Space Place now offers the largest selection of wall beds available and in addition, we also offer a massive line of complementing space saving and organizational furniture.
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expand the amount of useable space in your home. From a beautiful collection of Murphy Beds to the best in shelving and organization accessories, My Space Place can help you work with the space you have for a more functional living area. “We believe that no matter what your furniture needs are, the pieces should be designed to fit your lifestyle and make your life better,” says Clark. “Our mission at More Space Place is to assist our clients in finding the design that works best for them along with the best choice for colors and styling.” “As one of, if not the largest, specialty retailer of space-saving furniture, we offer free in-home design consultations as well as having showrooms where our clients can see and feel the quality of our products. When someone visits one of our three Showroom Design Centers, they will find skilled More Space Place designers who will introduce them to a full array of wall beds and cabinet options. In addition, they will find complete furniture collections for beautiful and functional closets, home office, garages, media centers, utility rooms and so much more.” Clark says, “We feel selecting furniture is a very important decision and one that is often an uncomfortable process for our clients, so we believe if they can see various designs and get to feel and touch the furniture, it makes the purchasing decision easier. Since they are so many color, finish and material options available seeing these in person also ensures that they can choose the best choice to match the aesthetics of their home as well as matching their lifestyle.” If you need more than just your imagination to visualize how your perfect piece would look like in your home, More Space Place offers you the ability to use their 3D software to better understand how the furniture would look like in your home. “The customer experience is further enhanced with a 3 Dimensional software program that allows our clients to see what the furniture would look like in their home,” Clark says. “We have found with this visual aid it is much easier for the client and the designer to work together to create the perfect design
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that is specifically created to meet the needs and desires of the client.” Everyone could use more space or a little more organization, which is why so many people have trusted More Space Place to optimize their home without the high cost of remodeling. With organization solutions plus tons of space saving accessories, you can add more functional rooms to the home you already love! Palm Harbor’s More Space Place Design Showroom is located
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at 33136 U.S. 19, phone (727) 773-9888. The St Petersburg store is located 10722 Gandy Blvd. North, phone (727) 507-9799 and the Lutz location is at 23114 State Road 54, phone (813) 935-8432. Hours for all locations are Mon. – Fri., 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sat. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., with additional hours available by appointment. They are closed on Sun. Log on to www.MoreSpacePlace.com for more information or to see pictures and videos. Tampa Bay News & Lifestyles
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“Skin Care” Continued from page 1 part is that her treatments are all so thoroughly relaxing and peaceful that many of her clients fall asleep! Kristin Fox, a Licensed Esthetician, has been in the beauty industry for 14 years. She provides treatments in a relaxed and calm environment that nourish your soul and your skin. Kristin has a B.A. from Eckerd College and is certified in Skin Biology and Advanced Chemical Peeling Techniques for complex skin conditions. Kristin whole-heartedly believes in education - for herself and her clients. She says, “I regularly attend training seminars, and am constantly reading and researching ways to achieve the most effective results for my clients.”
Look and Feel Your Best With Confidence! Kristin is in this business to help you look and feel your best, because when we are confident, we are beautiful. “I remember times that I spent as a little girl with my Grandma at the beauty shop and how all the women seemed to be floating because
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they felt so good. They sat up straighter, their stride was longer, their chin was up. I didn’t know what it was at the time, but I couldn’t get enough of their energy”, says Kristin. “What I realize today is that I help my clients look good and feel better. Confidence is attractive and I strive to help my clients find their confident stride through achieving healthy, beautiful skin.” Kristin’s dedication to helping you find your confidence through beautiful skin is unmatched. She is able to evaluate your needs to recommend treatment and product based on your unique skin type. "Skin care is not universal, one size does not fit all,” says Kristin. “I love teaching people how to take care of their skin.” says Kristin. “The perfect daily care regimen should be customized with your goals and concerns in mind. It should be quick, easy and effective that's my philosophy!
Facials that Soothe, Soften and Rejuvenate for a More Radiant You! In addition to amazing facials that deep clean your pores and rejuvenate your skin, Let’s Face It Skin
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Care also offers Microcurrent Facials that leave you looking years younger. Often referred to as a “non-surgical face lift”, Microcurrent Facials reduce fine lines, remove toxins, improve circulation and increase hydration for a firmer, more toned complexion. Used as an alternative to injections and face lifts, the non-surgical Microcurrent facial combines microcurrent technology and plant stem cell serums to stimulate the natural processes that encourage healthy, radiant, glowing skin. This 60-minute treatment is like a workout for your face and helps to lift, tone and tighten loose skin and jowl muscles, and of course diminish wrinkles!
Chemical Peels and Dermaplaning for Glowing, Youthful Skin! Let’s Face It offers the ultimate in corrective treatments to help diminish age spots and wrinkles, bringing out a youthful glow. “Dermaplaning is a safe, clinical exfoliating treatment that removes the outer layer of dead skin,” explains Kristin. “It strengthens and thickens the epidermis, which thins over time as we age. It treats fine lines and wrinkles to promote collagen and
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Kristen Fox, owner, Let’s Face It Skin Care elastin production, helps with acne and acne scarring, brightens dull complexions and allows your skin to better absorb daily products.
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Temporary removal of the vellus hair or ‘peach fuzz’ is an added benefit of dermaplaning, and is oftentimes the main goal for clients wanting this treatment.” The chemical peels used at Let's Face It are specially formulated for different types of skin, and help to speed up the natural exfoliating process and enable the new, healthier cells to come to the surface. They help to minimize fine lines and wrinkles, even skin tone and texture, correct pigment discolorations, control oil, and repair and reduce breakouts. Kristin says, “My chemical peels follow a progressive approach that lead to dramatic results without unnecessary
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or unwanted trauma to the skin or any downtime. Most people go back to work or to their lives right after their treatment, feeling rejuvenated.” Kristin will be hosting an event "Peel back the Layers of Time" on September 14th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. to introduce the benefits of chemical peels to those who are interested. She will be giving out swag bags that include $40.00 of exceptional products and providing a fun learning experience on achieving healthy skin. The event is $20.00, but attendees can get their $20.00 back by booking a service with Kristin at Let’s Face It Skin Care. Space is limited, RSVP is required. Don't wait any
longer to look younger, feel better and radiate confidence! Let’s Face It Skin Care is located at Suite #308 of My Salon Suite in Palm Harbor, at 30669 US Hwy. 19 North. Hours are: 10 a.m.–5 p.m. on Monday;9a.m 7p.m. on Tuesday – Friday; Saturday from 9
a.m.–5 p.m.; By appointment on Sunday. To make an appointment or schedule a complimentary consultation, call 727-600-4361 or log on towww.letsfaceit.today for information. To sign up for the "Peel back the Layers of Time" event in September, call Let’s Face It today!
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“Genesis Schools” Continued from page 1 of former students who graduated from Genesis and are now bringing their children here for school,” she explains. To Dr. Nurrenbrock the fact that alumni are excited to bring their own children to Genesis School is a sure sign of lessons well taught. “My children attend Genesis Schools because of my experience attending Genesis myself as a child,” said Mrs. Christine Tury. “The teachers are outstanding. The parents are a wonderful group of people and very involved in all the school functions. I have 3 sons there who I couldn’t imagine attending anywhere else.” This year, Genesis Schools will be celebrating its 40th anniversary. Founded in 1977 as a preschool, soon after the school expanded to include an elementary school and a second location. In 1993 Genesis Preparatory School was founded to include middle and high school students and in 2003 Longleaf Learning Center became part of the Genesis family. The Genesis preschool curriculum is based on the developmental needs of young children and includes instruction in academic readiness skills,
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phonics, art, music, physical education, and creative experiences. Students are taught in a nurturing environment that also provides positive character education. The caring and patient staff knows how to turn everyday happenings in the life of young children into teachable moments. Parents of students entering preschool or Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) are encouraged to visit the preschools in January so they can get on the waiting list for open enrollment in March. At every grade level, the teachers at Genesis Schools work hard to promote a love of learning and offer special activities and events throughout the year to get kids excited about the material they are learning. One annual event that everyone looks forward to is George Washington Day where children dress up in colonial dress, get to taste Washington’s favorite lemonade recipe, learn his favorite dance – the Virginia Reel – and visit a replica of a Colonial street where they can visit stations to practice calligraphy, make corn husk dolls, learn about history, and more. “When we visited Washington, D.C. this year, the guides were really impressed with our kids’ history knowledge,” said Jackie Maness. “When you have fun events like George Washington Day, the kids
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“To celebrate Genesis School’s 40th Anniversary, we took 125 students, teachers, and parents to Washington, D.C. in May of this year,” recounts Dr. Nurrenbrock. “Congressman Gus Bilirakis met us on the steps of the Capitol Building and spoke to our students. It was an amazing trip!” really remember what they’ve learned and are engaged and excited. Our teachers and administration are always coming up with new and fun ideas to enhance our students’ learning.” “Opal is in 6th Grade at Genesis Prep, and she started Pre-K at Genesis West campus when she was 3 years old,” said the Barile Family. “We chose Genesis because of its long-standing, excellent reputation in the community. We absolutely fell in love with Genesis
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and all it had to offer its students. We are very thankful, appreciative and delighted that Genesis has been a part of our family now for 8 1/2 years. Genesis has helped to shape Opal into an independent and well-rounded person. We treasure the time we have had at such a wonderful school and are looking forward to the rest of her secondary school years with Genesis.” The Genesis Schools’ curriculum is steeped in traditional learning with
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Picture taken at 2017 GPS Commencement Ceremony an emphasis on the skills students need for success, along with the development of good work habits and strong character. Reading features a strong phonics-based program with an emphasis on developing reading skills, comprehension and vocabulary. Language Arts includes English, spelling, handwriting, and composition. The curriculum also includes math, science, geography, and history with special electives in arts, physical education, music, library/technology, and Spanish. With netbooks and tablets in the classrooms and a state-of-the-art computer lab, technology is emphasized throughout the curriculum. In addition to strong academics, Genesis Schools prepare students to
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become leaders. “Many of our students go to the Honors College at their university,” said Dr. Nurrenbrock. “We encourage our students to participate in athletics and extracurricular clubs while they are here. Because they have experience with these activities, they realize when they get to college that they have the leadership skills needed to run a club or group, and because they have been leaders at Genesis they have the confidence to start new clubs if they don’t find what they are looking for. Kids leave Genesis Preparatory School very well-rounded, outspoken, and ready to become leaders in college.” Genesis Prep has small class sizes, offers daily tutorials at no charge and their rigorous academic program
Families join their children for the annual Teddy Bear Tea Party in the preschool. includes honors classes, Advanced Placement classes, and dual enrollment at three local colleges. Whether your child is 18 months old or ready to start high school, the Genesis family of Schools can meet your family’s needs. Preschool and Elementary School: Visit Longleaf Learning Center at 3035 Alachua Place, New Port Richey, 727-375-2664; visit www.longleaflearningcenter.com for more information. Genesis Schools’ East Campus is located at 8100 Mitchell Ranch Road, New Port Richey; call 727372-9333. The West Campus is
located at 6609 River Road, New Port Richey, and can be reached at 727-845-1111; please log on to www.genesiselementary.com for more information on Genesis Schools’ East and West Campuses. Middle and High School: Genesis Preparatory School is located at 7710 Osteen Road in New Port Richey and can be reached at 727-846-8407 or visit genesisprep.com for information. Financial aid is available. Please call the Genesis schools for details. You can follow the Genesis family of schools on Facebook.
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