Trinity - Vol. 8, Issue 9, September 2012 by Tampa Bay News & Lifestyles Magazine

TRINITY AREA

Vol. 8, Issue 9, September 2012

Neighborhood News & Lifestyles

The Business & Dining Guide 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

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Billy's Tarpon Turtle is located on beautiful Lake Tarpon right off of Tarpon Springs Road – look for the green street sign on the south side of the road. Offering exceptional views of Florida nature and serving quality

food makes Billy's Tarpon Turtle a great place for a casual dining experience. You can enjoy the view through the large picture windows while you dine inside the spacious restaurant, or step outside for a front row seat overlooking Lake Tarpon where you are likely to see wildlife; maybe even a

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Editorial..........................Page 3 News Briefs.............................4 Calendar..................................6 Smiles by Graff.................10-11 Ramblin Rhodes Music.....14-15 Wireless Zone...................18-19 Medi Weightloss Clinics®...22-23 Put on Your Pink Bra........26-27 Arry’s Metal Roofing........30-31 The Brass Tap...................34-35 No BS Beads..........................36 St. Angelo’s Pizza.............38-39 Thousand Oaks Flooding..42-43 Adventure Boot Camp......46-47 Civil Air Patrol......................48 More Space Place..............54-55 Rotary Back-to-School...........56 Radiance Clinique.............58-59 The Gift of Music.............64-65 Classifieds..............................66

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gator gliding by! The patio overlooking the lake offers the perfect place to escape and get back to nature, accompanied by refreshing drinks and delicious food with portions fit for a hearty appetite. The view is spectacular and combines with quality food and a relaxed ambiance, making Billy’s Tarpon Turtle a popular spot. Billy Hotaling has worked in the hospitality business for many years and his experience shows in the newly renovated Tarpon Turtle. Billy bought Tarpon Turtle last year and began the process of turning the menu into a wonderful mixture of delicious choices, as well as putting forth much work into creating a new ambiance for the restaurant. Reminiscent, old Florida photographs line the walls

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fact related, and can be grouped into what is called Functional Disconnection Syndrome. In his book, Disconnected Kids, he explains how these conditions all find a commonality in the way that the brain works, and while if you were to take a child with any of these conditions and give them an MRI Scan, or any other number of medical tests, there would be nothing to find. The brain is not damaged. These issues are all connection issues, and research has proven that the left hemisphere of the

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If you have a child or know of a child who has been diagnosed with ADD, ADHD, dyslexia or one of the

parents have been given very little hope that their children will ever be able to grow properly and learn to succeed. Brain Balance is a center dedicated to creating a place for children with these conditions, and is focused on individually helping them to succeed beyond the label, without medication, and with proven results. The program is based on Dr. Robert J. Melillo’s research on neurobehavioral disorders. Dr. Melillo, who is a world-renowned neurologist, professor and author, believes that all of these conditions, which were previously thought to be unrelated, are in

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many types of autism, you are not alone. While the cause is still up for hot debate, Neurobehavioral/Developmental disorders like these are on the rise, and parents are desperate to find help for their children. The Brain Balance Achievement Center of Oldsmar, located at 4022 Tampa Road, is designed to help children who have been labeled with or who exhibit signs of ADHD, ADD, dyslexia, autism, Asperger’s syndrome, Tourette’s, learning disabilities or processing disorders. As the statistics for such conditions have grown exponentially over the last two decades, many

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Announcing New Contact Information From The Editor Kim Thomas Thanks to our readers and our advertisers we have enjoyed tremendous growth here at Neighborhood News & Lifestyles and along with that growth have come upgrades to our website and email system. We cherish the emails and letters we receive from readers and depend upon the information we receive to keep our news briefs interesting and the community calendar up-to-date. With four publications, each with two email addresses – one for ads and one for editorial content – we decided to simplify things for ourselves and our readers and advertisers. Plus a recent problem with Yahoo underscored the need for a change. However, that problem did warm our hearts because of the great outpouring of support and concern that came from advertisers. We’d like to share what happened simply to warn others about possible email hacking. Our General Manager Jim O’Reilly has a great relationship with our advertisers, many of whom he has worked with for about eight years, and when his email account was

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hacked and an email went out to his entire address book indicating that he was stuck in a foreign country and his personal effects and travel documents had been stolen, including his passport and identification, and that he needed assistance. It looked like it was sent from him but it was not. This email was sent out at 5:42 a.m. I saw it when I first woke up and at first thought that Jim was playing a joke on me, but when I saw the time it was sent I knew better. Even with his great sense of humor, I knew he wouldn’t be playing any jokes that early! I called Jim around 7 a.m. to let him know and he had already received numerous emails from concerned clients offering to help him. Jim couldn’t believe how many people reached out to him. This really drove home a couple of points to us. First, we have a fantastic, caring community and clientele. And, second, we needed to implement a more secure communication. If this ever happens to you, the first thing to do is change your password. To keep your account safe, it is recommended to change your pass-

word every couple of months. Email, Website, and Story Submissions The editorial email that we are now using for editorial submissions such as press releases, calendar events and community-related stories is: editorialdept@neighborhoodnewsfl.com

For advertising information and ad submissions, email: info@neighborhoodnewsfl.com. You can also submit stories for consideration and calendar items directly to us via our website, www.neighborhoodnewsfl.com. Once you are on the website, click on the area you are interested in and it will bring up the publication for your area. In the lower left corner, you will see three tabs: Submit a Story, Advertising Info and Contact Us. Jim O’Reilly would like to send a big THANK YOU to everyone who offered to help him. Hopefully, he will never be in a real situation like that but if he is, I’m certain he could turn to his family for help rather than our clients. It is nice to know you care, though! We look forward to hearing from you.

Trinity Area Neighborhood News Directly mailed once a month to nearly 18,000 households in zip code 34655. 220 Safford Ave. S. Tarpon Springs, FL 34689 Phone: (727) 943-0551; Fax: (727) 942-2432 Advertising E-mail: info@neighborhoodnewsfl.com Editorial E-mail: editorialdept@neighborhoodnewsfl.com © 2012 Trinity Area Neighborhood News is published by Ads 2 Publications, Inc. Publisher Tim Selby General Manager Jim O’Reilly Editor Kim Thomas Advertising Sales Matt Selby Tim Selby Jim O’Reilly Alexis Selby Ken Burke Billing Manager Doreen Selby

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Community News Briefs

Ierna’s Heating and Cooling Named 2012 Business of The Year Ierna’s Heating & Cooling is the proud recipient of the Central Pasco Chamber’s 2012 Business of The Year Award. Ron and Charlene Ierna gracefully accepted the award at the Chamber’s annual Installation & Awards Banquet, which was held at the Quail Hollow Golf and Country Club in Wesley Chapel. The Central Pasco Chamber’s mission statement expresses that; the chambers focus is to increase prosperity by encouraging growth of existing businesses and fostering new ones. The chamber provides a strong voice for the business community in actively shaping the direction of the community. Ierna’s feels this is a very special and personal honor to be recognized as the business of the year as the chamber members voted on it collectively. We appreciate the continued support of our local community. Ierna’s Heating & Cooling is a local, family–owned–and–operated, full service air conditioning and heat-

ing contractor. We service the greater Tampa Bay area, including Hillsborough, Pasco, Polk and Northern Pinellas counties. We strive for excellence and settle for nothing less. We do this all at a fair and reasonable price for our customers’ sake. Because of our commitment to customer service, IERNA’s has continued to grow every year since IERNA’s Heating & Cooling began in 2003. Our certified professionals are licensed to repair, service & perform maintenance on ALL MAKES and MODELS of HVAC equipment. We are EPA certified, NATE certified, & Bryant certified Indoor Air Quality Specialists. We are proud to have the distinct honor of being recognized as the Florida Bryant “Dealer of the Year”. We also believe in giving back to our local community! Ierna’s Heating & Cooling has built our business by creating long–term, lasting relationships with our customers as well as with our community. We are involved in the Central Pasco Chamber, the

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West Pasco Chamber, Dade City Chamber, Pasco-Hernando Hispanic Chamber as well as the Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce. Ierna’s Heating & Cooling is an extremely proud sponsor of local area charitable organizations such as, American Cancer Society, Big Brother’s Big Sisters, Meals on Wheels, Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo, The Florida Aquarium, The Spring and many more. We hope you give us an opportunity to Ierna you Trust – Ierna your Business. Please contact us with any questions you may have. For any and all of your indoor air comfort and air quality needs, call the Tampa Bay area’s premier A/C contractor, Ierna’s Heating & Cooling at 813-948-6355, or visit our website www.IernaAir.com. Stay connected with Ierna’s Heating & Cooling on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/iernaair?r ef=hl or follow us on twitter at https://twitter.com/iernaair Slashing Transportation Impact Fees is a Game Changer for Developers Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC was thrilled to break ground this week at the site of its future home in the Trin-

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ity Corporate Center on SR 54. The project began as a 12,000-sq.-ft. building but once the developer got wind there were no impact fees, he chose to expand the project to over 21,000 sq. ft. to bring additional businesses to the area and help create jobs. “We are thrilled about the decision to expand the project upfront and ready to help find tenants for the new building,” said Michael Cox, Associate Vice President of Wells Fargo Advisors, and on the Board of Directors for the Pasco Economic Development Council, Inc. Pasco County became one of Florida’s first counties to adopt the mobility fee as a replacement of transportation impact fees. The new fee schedule dramatically lowers the cost of office and industrial development in Pasco County, and in some places it’s free. The Pasco EDC partnered with the County to craft the program and gain support from the development community to help adopt the fee. The intent of the Commissioners’ action was to stimulate construction and job creation, and thus far it looks like it is working. “It made financial sense to inSee “News Briefs” on page 60.

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Community Calendar Aquaterra Cut-A-Thon to Benefit The Volunteer Way Oct. 20, 3 - 6 PM––Aquaterra Salon & Spa, located at 7813 Mitchell Blvd. is hosting a Cut-A-Thon to benefit The Volunteer Way which dstributes over 6.5 million pounds of food every year to Pasco County food pantries, homeless people, seniors, and needy families. “We want to make a difference in the community and thought this would be a great charity to donate to this year,” says owner Bob Yesko. “We will have a barrel all week before the event to collect food and on the day of the Cut-A-Thon we will accept a monetary or food donation for the haircuts.” Visit www.AquaterraSalon.com for information about Aquaterra. 7th Annual Fall Pow Wow Sept. 21, 22, 10 AM – 9 PM, Sept. 23, 10 AM – 6PM––Spirit People Intertribal Family, Inc., a 501(c)(3) organization, presents the 7th Annual Fall Pow Wow. Odessa will be alive with the sounds of Native American

drumming, flute playing and dancing at the beautiful Starkey Ranch on SR 54 across from the Gunn Highway Flea Market. Grand entries, which honor all Veterans, will be Fri. at 7 PM, Sat. at 1 PM and 7 PM, and at 1 PM on Sun. There will be Native American Indians dressed in their finest regalia from many different tribe. Vendors will be there to sell crafts, many that are handmade including jewelry, dream catchers, clothing and musical instruments such as flutes and drums. A food booth will feature Spirit People’s famous fried bread and Indian tacos plus much more. JJ Kent will entertain guests with flute playing and storytelling. A flint knapper will demonstrate how arrows, spears and knives were made by Native American ancestors. You can bring blankets and chairs for seating and leashed pets are ok. Artists’ Faire Gallery Open House Sat., Sept. 29, 5-7 PM––Artists’ Faire Gallery & Gift Shop (111 E Tar-

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pon Ave., Tarpon Springs) invites all to an Open House featuring painter Carolyn Britton and photographer Richard Dunn, plus view the work of 27 other area artists and craftsmen. Carolyn Britton has been making art since childhood. Since retiring from teaching she has devoted her talents to oil painting and porcelain painting. Carolyn’s beautifully decorated pitchers and ornaments are real treasures. Hibiscus, magnolias, and amaryllis are some of the floral subjects she has composed in a strong representational style. Photographer Richard Dunn has been a serious student of his art. He works in black and white, color, and lately, in high definition change images for a delightfully diverse body of work. Richard’s subjects are very often of nature, but he also finds architecture of great interest. There will be light refreshments, beverages, and a door prize. For more information, please call the gallery at (727) 934-2952. Excel Creative Learning Academy Presents Parents Night Out Fri., Oct. 5, 7-11 PM––Excel Creative Learning Academy, conveniently located at S.R. 54 and Little Rd. in the

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new Medical Arts Building on the Medical Center of Trinity campus, is hosting a Parents Night Out with the theme “Fall” Into a Good Book. Children will take home an on-level book at the end of the night and will enjoy pumpkin bowling, tomato and pumpkin soup with grilled cheese sandwiches and apple cider and other juice. Plus, kids will have the opportunity to participate in arts and crafts, decorate caramel apple slices and watch It’s the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown. The cost is $20 per child ($15 for siblings) and you must RSVP by Oct. 3; drop-ins will not be accepted. Excel Creative Learning Academy is located at 9332 SR 54, Suite 204, in Trinity. Please call (727) 372-4977, email: info@ExcelCreativeLearningAcademy.com

or visit www.ExcelCreativeLearning Academy.com for more information. Meet the Candidates at the Pasco Federated Republican Women’s Club Luncheon Fri., Oct. 5, 11:30 AM––The October luncheon for the Pasco Federated Republican Women’s Club will be held at the Fox Hollow Golf Club, at 10050 Robert Trent Jones Pkwy. in Trinity. Members and guests are invited

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to meet and mingle with local candidates who will be on the ballot in November. Invited candidates include: Ed Blommel, Pasco County Tax Collector; Frank Gray, Pasco County Judge, Group 2; Tom Hanlon, Pasco County Judge, Group 2; Chris Nocco, Pasco County Sheriff; Dr. Paula O’Neil, Clerk of Circuit Court & County Comptroller Pasco Count; Wilton Simpson, Florida Senate; Kathryn Starkey, Pasco County Commission, Seat 3. Other invited special guests are Randy Maggard, Chairman, Pasco Repulican Executive Committee, and Congressman Gus Bilirakis. To make a reservation, contact Fran Scerbo at (727) 597-3727 or fmscerbo@yahoo.com before Tues., Oct. 2. Cost for the luncheon is $20; cancellations of reservations by Oct 2. Checks should be made out to the FFRW and mailed to P.O. Box 377, Land O’ Lakes, FL 34639; or payment may be made at the door. New Port Richey Recreation & Aquatic Center Offers a Little Kicks Soccer Program Saturdays, Sept. - June––The Tampa Bay Sports Group will be host-

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ing Little Kicks Soccer at the Recreation & Aquatic Center in New Port Richey (6630 Van Buren St.). Classes begin Sat., Sept. 15, and will run through June 2013. There is an annual registration fee of $15, which includes a T-shirt. The monthly fee is $40. This non-competitive form of soccer is taught at the basic level and focuses on skills, drills and games. Class days and times are Saturdays from noon–12:45 p.m. for kids ages 34, and Saturdays from 1–2:45 p.m. for kids ages 5-7. A registration form may be downloaded at this address: www.tampabaysportsgroup.com/little-kicks-soccer/. Interested parents may call 727-657-4560 or send an email at info@littlekickssoccer.com or follow on Twitter: @LittleKicksSoccer. The Recreation & Aquatic Center, located at 6630 Van Buren St. in New Port Richey just north of Main St., is open M–F, 6 AM – 8 PM and weekends 10 AM – 5 PM. It is a $14M state-of-the-art facility that offers a variety of affordable, recreational activities for everyone of all ages in Pasco County. The facility is open to the public. Daily, monthly and annual memberships available at new rates with resident discounts available.

Trinity Family Physicians Honor Patients being Treated for Breast Cancer In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness month in October and to honor those currently undergoing treatment for breast cancer, Trinity Family Physicians will be offering beautiful head scarves to breast cancer patients. Neighborhood News & Lifestyles is proud to help notify residents of the generous giveaway that Dr. Amir Shirmohammad and Dr. Stephanie Eldridge have arranged that is meant to give something beautiful to women who are undergoing treatment for breast cancer. “Trinity Family Physicians is committed to our patients and the greater good of our community,” says Dr. Shirmo, as he is affectionately called by his patients. “We hope that we can raise awareness during breast cancer awareness month and help those in treatment.” Every Wednesday during October and November (*while supplies last), during the hours of 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. and 2 – 4 p.m., Trinity

Family Physicians invites all women who are currently undergoing treatment for breast cancer to come to the office with a note from their physician to receive a free head scarf (one scarf per person). Trinity Family Physicians is located at the corner of Duck Slough and Trinity Blvds., 1817 Cypress Brook Dr., Suite 101, in Trinity. For more information, call (727) 834–8377 or visit www.trinityfamilyphysicians.com.

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Smiles by Graff Orthodontics Makes a Difference By Julie Kanehl If you are looking for an orthodontist for your teenager, or even for yourself, Smiles by Graff is an excellent choice. Their fun, patient-focused office has two nearby locations that make receiving treatment easy and convenient. The Trinity office is located at 1822 Health Care Drive just off of Mitchell Blvd., and the New Port Richey office is at 5522 Gulf Drive near Gulf High School. Dr. Myron S. Graff, DMD, PA is a Board Eligible Orthodontist who has been practicing in this area since 1976. Dr. Graff earned his Bachelor’s Degree from NYU in 1968, and then attended the University of Pennsylvania where he received his DMD degree in 1972. Originally drawn to pediatric dentistry during his service in the Army, his passion for orthodontics came from seeing what a difference could be made in people’s lives just by improving their smiles. Subsequently, he graduated from Co-

Myron Graff, DMD, and his staff really care about their patients at Smiles by Graff Orthodontics, with offices in New Port Richey & Trinity lumbia University’s School of Dental and Oral Surgery in 1976. Falling in love with this area, he opened his first practice nearby and has been improving smiles and making a difference ever since. Dr. Graff says, “I am the only or-

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thodontist in Pasco County that treats patients in this county full time.” Smiles by Graff is staffed with an incredibly caring and knowledgeable staff, all of whom are well-trained and dedicated to providing orthodontic

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care and state-of-the-art treatment in a friendly environment. Dr. Graff uses only American-made products and has a beautiful “in-house” lab. New patients receive a thorough and complete orthodontic examination that includes going over the patient’s dental history, a clinical examination, photographs of the patient’s face and teeth, x-rays, and plaster models of their teeth. Each patient receives individual care at Smiles by Graff, and these records are used by the doctor and his staff to create a completely personalized treatment plan for each patient. There is no fee for the initial examination, and the doctor is known for working with patients and parents alike to make sure that the best care can be received regardless of income. Smiles by Graff accepts most major insurances, and convenient monthly payments may be arranged without interest or finance charges. Beth Healey-Purviance recently said, “Met Dr Graff for the first

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time…Gave us a great plan of care and put my son at ease!” When was the last time your doctor actually called you to remind you of your appointment? Dr. Graff is extremely dedicated to making a difference in the world around him, and in inspiring the people that he comes in contact with to follow their dreams and go further than they might have dreamed possible. He does this by simply being personal and by taking that extra time to get to know his patients. In fact, he will even call his patients personally to remind them of their appointment the following day! Dr. Graff’s colorful and humorous personality is evident at both of his offices. His wife, Lonni Hopkins, teaches at H.W. Blake High School for the Arts, a magnet school for the Visual and Performing Arts in Tampa, and Dr. Graff enjoys supporting the young artists in her class and in the community by purchasing their artwork for his offices. Some are dramatic, and some are downright funny, but the art speaks to the students. He also has real “old school” arcade machines and an open, family friendly

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office that makes going to the orthodontist an enjoyable experience for patients as well as their families. A father to three adult children, Dr. Graff’s experience makes the difference. Proud of their no-wait policy, Smiles by Graff refers to their waiting room as a reception area instead. In fact, according to their statistics, 95% of their patients receive treatment within five minutes of their appointment time, and 90% of patients complete their treatment on time. This is incredibly unique and important to the many busy families that come to Smiles by Graff. Marsha McVay Kline said, “We’ve been with Dr. Graff since 2005…Dr. Graff [and] his staff are amazing.” Smiles by Graff Gives Back Dr. Graff is especially passionate about making sure that everyone receives the care that they deserve. He says, “Because I have my own practice, I am able to step in and help children who might not have received care otherwise.” Putting his money where his

mouth is, so to speak, Dr. Graff offers a scholarship for graduating seniors at each of the local high schools, and has lost count of how much money he has given towards this effort. Research shows it has come to well over $50,000 over the years. In addition to his popular scholarships, Dr. Graff also sponsors a program through his office that calls for people to choose their own cause to support. He wants the young people that he comes in contact with to be aware of the needs of others, and the causes that affect us all. Smiles by Graff accepts “applications” from any community member that wants to participate, and if chosen, the selected charity will receive at least $1,000 and will be publicly acknowledged. In addition to the programs that he sponsors, he is also a Life Member of the American Dental Association, the Florida Dental Association, the American Association of Orthodontists, West Coast of Florida Dental Association, and the Florida Association of Orthodontics. He has also been President of the West Pasco Dental Association. Dr. Graff has also been a member of the West Pasco

Chamber of Commerce for more than 20 years. Smiles by Graff is always offering contests, promotions and exciting events that keep patients and their families involved and excited during the treatment process. From giving away iTunes gift cards to each new patient, to giving patients a chance to give back to their community, Smiles by Graff makes a difference. Sharon Walton Grimes says, “Dr. Graff and his staff are great. We recommend his office to everyone we know. Whenever you mention Dr. Graff and his staff to anyone you get the same response - THEY ARE JUST WONDERFUL!” Smiles by Graff has two locations. The Trinity location is at 1822 Health Care Drive, and the New Port Richey office is located at 5522 Gulf Drive. Offices are open Monday – Thursday from 8 a.m.–-5:30 p.m., and Dr. Graff is available 24 hrs. a day for dental emergencies. For more information or to make an appointment, visit www.SmilesByGraff.com or call (727) 848-5525.

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Ramblin Rhodes Music Changes The Way Kids Learn to Play! By Julie Kanehl Ramblin Rhodes Music is a family based music and performing arts school that changes the way people of all ages learn music. At Ramblin Rhodes, the students are given the chance to practice and perform on their real stage for their friends and family as often as every month, which gives them a chance to learn, play and shine. Ramblin Rhodes has actually been in the Trinity area for nine years, since 2008, but just recently moved to their new location just off of Starkey Boulevard, across from Long Leaf. The Rhodes family has been in the music business for generations, from performing live and on records to providing quality instruments to generations of aspiring artists. Ramblin Rhodes has changed with the times, and now their latest concept is exciting parents and students of all ages (and some parents too) to learn to play music. “Whether you’re looking for classical training on piano or violin, want-

ing to jam on stage with your favorite songs on guitar, keyboards or drums, or wanting to learn how to properly train your voice, we have a teacher for you,” says Jason Rhodes. “We have instructors for most instruments, and all styles of music. Our teachers’ teaching styles are unique to each individual student’s needs.” Ramblin Rhodes teaches Guitar, Drums, Piano, Voice, Violin, Bass, Keyboard, Harmonica, Mandolin, Ukulele, Cello, Flute, Clarinet and Saxophone, just to name a few, and even offers a “Super Sampler” of lessons that includes lessons on up to four different instruments. Learn From Experienced Teachers The patriarch of Ramblin Rhodes is Joe Rhodes, who inspires students with his “on the road” touring and performing experience. Joe, who attended Rutgers University in New Jersey and University School in Nashville, plays a myriad of instruments, but enjoys the guitar, the trumpet and vocals the most. He and his wife Laurene

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Ramblin Rhodes summer camps give kids a great way to explore music came from music-loving families, and inspired a huge love of music in their own family over the years. “We are different because we want these children playing music as soon as possible,” says Joe. He adds, “We’re not too strict either. If the students aren’t having fun, then they won’t continue.”

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During his time in Nashville, Joe was a popular guitarist at recording studios and had the opportunity to play and record with Emmylou Harris, the Everly Brothers and more. He also toured the U.S. playing a variety of genres and continues to play live all over Florida. In addition to teaching high school music, and managing

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(Left) The Rhodes Family: Joe, Laurene, Cristine & Jason (Righ) All dressed up and ready to perform! piano and organ stores for many years, Joe has performed concerts with Diane Semonski of the Lawrence Welk Show. Joe’s new direction for Ramblin Rhodes Music incorporates all of the things he is passionate about – his family, teaching, and music. One of Joe and Laurene’s sons, Jason Rhodes and his wife, Cristine, are major players at Ramblin Rhodes Music. Jason, as you can expect, grew up surrounded by music, and predominantly played drums and percussion instruments as he grew up in nearby Tarpon Springs. After attending USF, he landed a gig in the music industry where he taught music and managed for 12 years. Now Jason is heavily involved in Ramblin Rhodes Music and their innovative approach towards teaching music. Ramblin Rhodes Unique Programs Due to the success of the Ramblin Rascals weekly and summer courses, Ramblin Rhodes Music is now offering Ramblin Rascals Preschool of Music and Performing Arts, a M-F day program for children ages 2 1/2 – 4. Cristine Rhodes has helped to create a music program for the littlest musicmakers in our lives! In the Ramblin Rascals’ classroom, Ms. Cristine will

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prepare your child for kindergarten, with an emphasis on music and arts that introduces toddlers to a love of instruments and inspires a life-long love of music. Enrollment for the 2012-2013 school year has begun. The third Friday of each month during the school year is set aside for the students to jam on stage, showcasing the songs they’ve been working on with their teachers. These 3rd Friday concerts have become a premiere family event. From beginners to advanced, it’s entertainment and fun for everyone. Curtain Call helps build your child’s self esteem, creativity, and teamwork, through the world of theater arts. Led by Ms. Mikki, Curtain Call at Ramblin Rhodes Music provides a place where your child can sing, dance, and act with live musical theater productions throughout the year. Beginning in September, Ramblin Rhodes will host ‘Autism Sings’ music classes every Saturday afternoon for autistic children of all ages, and their families. The Rhodes family is excited to offer this unique program. “One of four autistic children is non-verbal,” says Jason. “Harvard studies have proven that combining singing with

motor activities stimulates areas of the brain in autistic children.” Playin’ Live The center of the Ramblin Rhodes Music studio is set up with a stage complete with lighting, professional sound equipment and genuine instruments. Set up for concerts, the center of Ramblin Rhodes is one part waiting area, one part hangout, and maybe eight parts stage. It’s cool, it’s exciting and it’s different. The students there hanker for a chance to play on that stage, and the teachers help their students to learn their music well enough so that they can not only play, but rock out on that stage. This totally unique approach to music is inspired by the popularity of the many performing shows on the air right now, from “American Idol” to “America’s Got Talent.” Kids love the opportunity to stretch their wings and show their stuff on a real stage, with the real deal equipment, and under the lights. Joe says, “The kids get so much out of it. The true joy is when the family, the parents and the grandparents shake our hands after the concert and say how happy they are.” The center stage area is sur-

rounded by smaller, independent music studio classrooms where students can learn everything from vocals to the violin to electric guitar. Parents love Ramblin Rhodes because the kids love going, the programs are affordable, and the music studio doors have glass doors so that they can always see what is happening. Completely focused on hiring teachers that are professional, passionate and experienced, Joe says, “Every time we hire a teacher, we want to find out if they play out. Many of our teachers have bands, albums or sing locally. We hire teachers who do the real deal.” Ramblin Rhodes Music also sells a variety of high quality and affordable musical instruments, music books and accessories. As guitars are a huge draw at Ramblin Rhodes, they carry the entire line of Dean Guitars and Luna Guitars, which are designed to be unique, fun and beautiful with exciting designs, shapes and inlays. They also carry the ddrum line for those students who love to play percussion. If you’re not sure if you’re ready to buy a new instrument, they offer used and consignment options, and if you are interested in renting musical instruments, they do that too! You can even rent to own. Ramblin Rhodes Music is a great place to learn music. They teach students from 1-101, and the Rhodes family inspires a love of music in everyone they meet. Ramblin Rhodes Music is located at 3002 Starkey Blvd., in Trinity. They are open Mon. – Fri., 11 a.m. – 8 p.m., and 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Sat. For more information about lessons, instruments or camps at Ramblin Rhodes Music, call (727) 375-0123, visit their website at www.ramblinrhodesmusic.com or find them on Facebook.

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Wireless Zone Premium Verizon Wireless Retailer for Trinity and Odessa Wireless Zone®, a Verizon Wireless premium retailer, originally opened its doors at Mitchell Ranch Plaza in Trinity, Florida, in July 2008. In August 2011, the store relocated to 11140 Cargo Court in Odessa. Situated directly on SR 54, just east of Duck Slough Boulevard (next to Sherwin Williams), this location is much more convenient for customers, and offers a much larger showroom as well as a plentiful parking area. Local residents welcome the opportunity to shop for Verizon Wireless products and services without the time and travel previously required to reach other stores. Wireless Zone® of Trinity is open Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. until 8 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday from 12 noon to 5 p.m. Owners Chet and Rose Pietras and their son and general manager, Jarrod, are local residents of Pasco

County. After lengthy and careful consideration, they selected to join the Wireless Zone® family of over 400 locations across the country because of the franchise’s strong commitment to customer service and community involvement, and for their exclusive relationship with Verizon Wireless, the nation’s most reliable wireless network. Wireless Zone® is the largest wireless franchise in the United States. Verizon Wireless continues to lead the industry by offering the highest quality products and services while introducing innovative technology solutions. Wireless Zone® continues to attract not only residents from the immediate area, but enjoys a following of loyal customers who understand that while there are many Verizon stores to choose from, they can count on personalized, quality service at Wireless Zone. This family owned

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and operated business maintains a standard of operational excellence that can be hard to find in typical retail businesses. Joining Jarrod are family members Justin and Holly. Together, this team possesses the knowledge, experience and commitment to satisfaction that their customers have come to expect. Wireless Zone’s® roots date back to 1988, and the franchise enjoys a longstanding reputation for knowledgeable and friendly service. “Big, impersonal electronic stores and discount supercenters seldom match Wireless Zone’s attention to detail and customer service,” agree the Pietras family. “And purchasing via a ‘faceless’ inter- Your family can enjoy fresh popcorn and a show in the lounge area & you’ll enjoy excellent service net presents potential problems if you are dissatisWireless Zone® is dedicated to fied with your phone, need to return improving the communities in which or exchange it, or simply want somethey operate and live. Through a colone to help you learn to use it. The laborative giving program, grants are difference at Wireless Zone® is that offered to charitable organizations You’re Not Just A Number Here.” from donations by franchisees, em-

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The new, spacious Wireless Zone has everything you need to stay connected. ployees and friends. The Wireless Zone Foundation for Giving® Inc. was created in 2003 after years of supporting research into Neurofibromatosis (NF), Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), as well as United Hospice of Rockland County and other local and national charities. Today’s savvy consumers require much more than a cell phone. Wireless Zone® offers the latest selection of basic and smartphones, tablets, mo-

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bile hot spots, accessories, bill analysis and payment service, phone transfers, business group discounts, and FIOS TV and internet. Visit the Trinity / Odessa store and experience the difference of a locally owned and operated Verizon Wireless location. Wireless Zone is located at 11140 Cargo Ct. in Odessa. Hours are Mon. – Fri., 9 a.m. – 8 p.m., 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. on Sat., and noon – 5 p.m. on Sun. Please call (727) 372-9663 for more information.

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Medi-Weightloss Clinics® of Trinity is the One that Works®! By Julie Kanehl For many of us, losing weight is extremely difficult. Many don’t know where to start, while others feel as if they’ve tried everything and nothing has worked. Losing weight is about looking good, absolutely, but it’s also about feeling good and actually being good as in being healthy. It seems like there is a new study released every week that links obesity to other health concerns like heart disease, diabetes, and even cancer. According to recent statistics quoted in their brochure, obese workers lose 13 more days of work, on average, than non-obese workers, and they spend $2,000 more on health insurance than their healthier coworkers. Obesity is now considered to be an epidemic, and the professionals at Medi-Weightloss Clinics® of Trinity are ready to help you every step of the way. If you are ready to lose weight and are looking for a program that is proven and effective, then the physician-guided MediWeightloss program may be for you. The Trinity Medi-Weightloss

Clinic is located in the Mitchell Crossings Shopping Plaza at the corner of Little Rd. and Mitchell Blvd. and has been helping patients lose weight since they opened their doors in 2010. Medi-Weightloss Clinics® of Trinity is part of a network of Medi-Weightloss Clinics® that stretches across the United States. In fact there are 83 locations, and it is one of the fastest growing franchises in existence because it “is the one that works!®” In fact, according to their website, their program has helped patients lose more than 2.3 million pounds. The weight-loss focused business was founded in 2004 by Edward Kaloust and Carol Balkcom, who found that Americans were spending billions of dollars per year on weightloss programs that did not work longterm. Together they wanted to create a program that was multi-faceted, and that helped people lose and keep their weight off long-term. Mary Ann Levine, owner of the Trinity Clinic says, “This program really does work because we guide people into making a lifestyle change.”

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Levine, who manages three Florida Medi-Weightloss Clinics®, wholeheartedly believes in the program because she has seen what a difference it can make. Marcus Occhipinti, MD, is the physician on staff at the Trinity Clinic, and his experience and passion for helping people live a healthier lifestyle has been a large part of the program for many local residents. Dr. Occhipinti says, “This program can help anybody. It’s for people who are very overweight and it is also for people who are not terribly overweight, but want to lose weight. Each patient is unique and so is their treatment.” The Medi-Weightloss Clinics® program is based on five keys to success: Medical, Motivational, Educational, Nutritional and Physical. By guiding patients through the program with these five keys in mind, patients truly succeed, the weight comes off and they learn to keep it off. How it works There are three phases to the pro-

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gram, and phase one begins with the initial consultation. The 90-minute initial consultation at Medi-Weightloss Clinics® is a complete physical that takes place with Dr. Occhipinti. It includes a New Patient Starter Kit, a comprehensive blood panel, and a physical exam that includes vital signs and an EKG. He then takes a weight, body fat analysis, and a waist circumference, and discusses exercise and nutrition and the expectations for both going forward. Dr. Occhipinti may prescribe medicine to help with appetite suppression, as well as the MediWeightloss Clinics® exclusively formulated Fat Burner and their nutritional Signature Products which all work together to help people get the energy boost that they need to be successful. Combined with supplemental injections, like B1 and B6, which are proven to curb cravings, patients are given a huge advantage over someone who is going at weight-loss alone. This program is not a “quick fix” but is designed to help people lose weight by changing their lifestyle. Patients are guided through the pro-

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After the initial consultation, patients are put on a strict, low-calorie diet that is primarily protein based. For one week, patients abstain from carbohydrates and fat. Dr. Occhipinti says, “Carbs turn into sugars, and the body selectively uses sugar, and when the sugar is gone, it starts to burn fat.” This explains why some patients lose 5-10 lbs in the first week alone, and about 20 in the first month. The doctor carefully monitors each patient to document how much of their weight loss is water and how much of it is fat. Throughout the process, the patient’s health is consistently and carefully monitored. After the first week, the second phase begins. Dr. Occhipinti says, “In the second phase we liberalize calories by adding Owner Mary Ann Levine and Dr. Marcus carbs and good fat to the diet, all Occhipinti are ready to help you reach your depending on the amount of exgoal weight ercise a person is committed to doing.” He adds, “The second gram, and are taught how to eat betphase is about changing the way you ter, exercise, and live a healthier are doing things and changing your atlifestyle so that when they are ready to titude towards food.” leave the program, the weight stays Patients meet with the doctor off.

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every week to check-in, receive treatment, and to discuss the progress that has been made. Studies show that when people have the opportunity to work with a physician in this way, they are more likely to be successful. During the second phase, patients generally lose between 2 1/2– 4 lbs per week until they reach their goal weight, and once their goal weight is achieved, the third and final phase begins. The final phase is inexpensive and appointments become monthly as opposed to weekly and are there to reinforce the program and to help patients make their new healthy lifestyle habits something that they will always take with them. Dr. Occhipinti and the staff at the Trinity Clinic work with patients throughout each phase, no matter how long it takes. Patients can also track their weight loss, find recipes that work with each phase and check out fitness tips and videos on their Medi-Weightloss Clinics® Signature Patient Website. Success Stories Danika lost 72 pounds by going to Medi-Weightloss Clinics®, and she says, “What I love most about this

plan is that it is very easy to follow and doesn’t require too much effort. I am a full-time working mom of two children under two, and I felt a little despair at the notion of losing all of the weight I had to lose. In order for me to be successful, I knew my weight loss plan would have to be simple, easy to follow, and adaptable to a very busy lifestyle.” Laura lost over 100 pounds, and says, “The staff at Medi-Weightloss Clinics® helped me realize that this program is about a lifestyle change, not about just being on a diet. I took that lesson to heart, and have strived not only to lose weight, but to change my life.” If you are ready to make a change for the better, and really want to lose the weight, come to the Medi-Weightloss Clinics® in Trinity, because they are “The one that works!”® The Trinity Medi-Weightloss Clinics is located at 8923 Mitchell Blvd. in the Mitchell Commons Shopping Plaza. For more information or to make an appointment, call (727) 375-1710 or visit www.mediweightlossclinics.com.

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Make Strides Against Breast Cancer by Walking this October By Julie Kanehl The American Cancer Society has an incredible nationwide program called Making Strides Against Breast Cancer that raises awareness and crucial funds for breast cancer research, and Pasco County is having their 2nd annual “Put On Your Pink Bra” Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk on October 20th, 2012 at The Shops at Wiregrass in Wesley Chapel. This free, noncompetitive, 5k event is a great way to show support and make a difference in the fight against breast cancer. Breast cancer is a disease that is affecting more and more of us. It is affecting or mothers, our wives, our sisters, our aunts, our friends, and even our daughters. Breast cancer doesn’t discriminate, and women of all ages, races and creeds are being diagnosed every day. In fact, The American Cancer Society says that Florida ranks 2nd in the nation for (diagnosed) incidences of breast cancer, and is ranked 3rd in the nation in mortality. Just to

be clear, that means that of the over 15,000 women who are diagnosed with the disease ever year, nearly 3,000 actually die from it. Those are some shocking numbers, and that is why it is so important to be educated, to educate the ones you love, be committed to early detection, and to find a cure. The American Cancer Society or ACS, is a trusted source for information on all kinds of cancer, and their dedication to fighting cancer is more than a marketing campaign. Their goal is to “find, prevent, treat and cure the disease.” The ACS is the largest nonprofit funder of cancer research next to the federal government, and has been involved in nearly every major breakthrough in the fight against this kind of cancer. For example, they funded research into breast-conserving surgery, which is using lumpectomy plus radiation treatments, and they helped to establish the mammogram as the best way (and now very accessible way) of detecting breast cancer early. They also were involved in discovering lifesaving treatments such as hormone blockers like Herceptin and Tamox-

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ifen, which can save lives. In addition to these important findings, the ACS has been involved in the genetic research and the discovery of the cancer-causing oncogenes and tumor-suppressor genes. These are just a few ways that the ACS truly makes a difference in the fight against breast cancer. But all of the fancy terminology aside, The American Cancer Society is the one people turn to when they receive a cancer diagnosis; in fact one in two women diagnosed with breast cancer will turn to them for information and support. The ACS offers all kinds of support for women (and their families) who are diagnosed with cancer. In addition to offering online information and support, they offer programs like Road to Recovery, which helps people get the transportation that they need to see their doctors. They also have an amazing program called Hope Lodge, which gives cancer patients a place to stay when they are out of town for treatment. Additionally, they help women who are undergoing breast cancer treatment with their TLC Magalog, which is a catalog and magazine that features helpful articles and offers affordable items such as breastforms and wigs. Treatment information, options and research are available 24 hours a day on their website, www.cancer.org, and they also provide

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programs at local hospitals where people can truly come together, know that they are not alone and receive care, support and even tips on how to feel better about themselves while going through treatment. These are just a few ways in which The ACS makes an impact on cancer. Come Show Your Support by Wearing Your Pink Bra! Pasco County’s 2nd annual “Put On Your Pink Bra” Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk at The Shops at Wiregrass in Wesley Chapel on October 20 is one of 26 walks that will be taking place in Florida this October. The Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk is a lot of fun and is becoming famous for its pink bras! While wearing a pink bra is completely voluntary, people really enjoy coming together ahead of time, decorating their bras, and wearing them at the walk. Last year’s walk was a sea of pink bras, pink boas, pink hats and smiling faces. People of all ages came out to show their support, walk, join and come together as a force against breast cancer. Linda Taggart was diagnosed with

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breast cancer in 2011 and she has shared her story of how quickly your life can be taken over by the diagnosis. She says, “Time is everything when dealing with cancer. It was 36 days from diagnosis to double mastectomy to confirmed staging (Stage 3).” For Linda, her strength to fight breast cancer and the ability to raise awareness has increased her faith in God. She says, “He has held my hand during this journey and shown me that even something as frightening as cancer can result in good things; stronger bonds with family, new friendships and learning that life doesn’t end with a diagnosis.” She has been an inspiration to many women who know her and gain

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Get your friends together, decorate some (extra large) pink bras, wear them over your shirt and walk proudly. Last year people of all ages participated in the event. Many men even donned bras to show support for the women they loved. The Join the cause and put on your pink pink bra makes the walk a bra and wear it with pride along fun, entertaining, lighthearted way to band towith many others on the walk gether in support. More than that, Linda adds, “The pink bra is strength from her strength. a symbol of femininity, and it’s imporThis year Linda and her team, tant because many women don’t feel Bosom Buddies, will be walking in the beautiful when they are going through event, and she encourages everyone to breast cancer. Wearing your pink bra is come and participate. She says, “You empowering, and it makes you feel can join a team like mine, or you can pretty again.” create your own team and walk – it’s For anyone who loves someone easy, it’s free, and it does make a differgoing through breast cancer, they ence.” know that there’s not a facet of life There are three ways to make a that is not touched by the diagnosis. It real difference at the Making Strides is life-altering, and instantaneously for Breast Cancer walk this October. cancer becomes the uninvited guest You can walk (come on, it’s free!), you around the table at dinner, then lingeror your company can help to sponsor ing in your room at night keeping you the event, or you can join ACS CAN. up, and then refuses to leave. Did you know that membership to the We don’t know what causes breast American Cancer Society is only $10 cancer, but we do know a few imporper year?

tant facts. There is no cure, only treatment. This is a genetic disease, but many people who are diagnosed do not know of anyone in their family who have had it, and most importantly that early detection is the key to surviving. Linda says, “It would be nice to one day not have to put on a pink bra because we’ve found a cure for breast cancer.” But until then, she will keep walking. You can join Linda and the thousands of women like her in their fight against breast cancer. Whether you walk, sponsor or join ACS CAN, you can make a difference at this year’s “Put On Your Pink Bra” Making Strides Against Breast Cancer” event. The 2nd annual “Put On Your Pink Bra” Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Pasco will be held at The Shops at Wiregrass at 28211 Paseo Drive in Wesley Chapel on Sat., Oct. 20. The event is freewith no registration fee. Registration is at 8 a.m.; walk at 9 a.m. To join a team, sponsor or donate, visit www.putonyourpinkbra.com/pasco or come on out the day of the event. For more information about joining a local team, call Jannah McDonald at (813) 949-0291.

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Arry’s Roofing Services Shares the Advantages of Owning a Metal Roof By Katie Thomas James "Arry" Housh has been actively involved in the roofing company for thirty years. Alongside his wife Becky Housh and with the help of their two sons Stephen and Matthew, he runs the reputable Arry's Roofing, a company dedicated to providing quality craftsmanship and exceptional customer service. The Housh family's dedication has enabled Arry's Roofing to expand their small, honorable and trustworthy family-run business into the well-known and trusted company it is today; servicing residential, commercial and industrial projects with value and integrity. I recently spoke to Matt regarding metal roofing and the benefits it provides homeowners. Arry’s Roofing fully supports the advantages of metal roofing and is a specialist in metal roofing. Additionally, Arry’s in-house custom sheet metal shop allows the metal roofing specialists to customize your roof to be an exact fit for your house and your designs. Matt says, “Metal roofing is more

of a craftsmanship and an art, similar to tile. In the early 2000s we saw the advantages of metal roofing and started our metal roofing shop, trained our guys specifically in metal roofing and began to create a reputation of being metal roofing specialists.” Metal Advantages: Metal roofing is known to be initially more expensive than other roofing types at first glance, but in the long run metal roofing can save homeowners money due to its durability, energy efficiency and ability to increase the resale value of your home. Matt explains that the average lifespan of a non-metal roof is seventeen years; whereas metal roofing is proven to last 2-3 times longer with fewer repairs than other types of roofing materials. When installed by qualified and skilled metal roof specialists, metal roofing can last for longer than 50 years with little maintenance. Matt adds that a metal roof is extremely beneficial, especially in Florida, because there is no other roof composite that is as strong and as durable as a

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metal roof, which if installed properly can effectively withstand the harsh Florida winds and storms. If you are a homeowner and are seeking out a way to reduce the price of your energy bill and would like to build a roof with energy-saving material, Arry’s Roofing recommends you look into getting a metal roof. Metal roofing is economically sustainable and better for the environment than many traditional types of materials, such as petroleum-based shingles. The installation of reflective metal roofing can save your home up to 40 percent in cooling costs. Arry's Roofing is proactive and

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Dale S. from Dunedin writes, “I am very satisfied with the quality and workmanship of the installation. Arry’s crew performed above-and-beyond what was expected. I appreciate all of the extra work that they did. Thanks Arry’s Roofing!” Every Job is Top Quality Arry and his crew approach all of their projects, whether it is a repair, reroof, or a new roof as if it were their own family's roof. Arry has dedicated himself to improving the re-roofing industry in the Tampa Bay area through

honesty, quality workmanship and customer service. Arry's Roofing is highly recommended and has won multiple awards in the categories of Consumer Protection Excellence, Installation Excellence and Training Excellence! They are experts in architectural metal roofs, shingle, tile and lowslope/flat roofs, as well as re-roofing, roofing repairs and maintenance. Arry's Roofing is certified by GAFELK's MasterElite Contract Program; the only certification program of its kind for residential roofing. Only the top two percent of roofing contractors in the U.S. achieve MasterElite status. Arry’s Roofing is a fully insured, statelicensed roofing contractor. Guaranteeing all work, Arry's has an array of roofing warranties for customers that include a 50-year material defects and 20-year contractor's workmanship Golden Pledge Limited Warranty offered through GAF-ELK MasterElite Contractors. Arry's Roofing also has a Workmanship Guarantee, separate from the manufacturers' warranties, that covers any repairs due to faulty workmanship to the roof applied for up to 20 years. "My goal in business is to pro-

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mote quality in workmanship and relationships,” says Arry. "Once we perform work we stay in touch with our referral program. If our customers refer someone to us with a potential need, we compensate them with a gift card and discount any work for the potential customer." Arry's Roofing takes pride in their way of doing business – with integrity, honesty, hard work and customer loyalty. Arry's Roofing Services, Inc. is located at 770 North Grosse Ave. in Tarpon Springs. For more information or to schedule a consultation, please call (727) 938-9565 or visit www.ArrysRoofing.com.

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The Brass Tap Redefines the Neighborhood Bar By Dara Tucker In October 2008 three business partners opened the first Brass Tap at The Shoppes of Wiregrass in Wesley Chapel. Two years later they opened one in Brandon, and in March 2012, Trinity was lucky enough to get their own neighborhood Brass Tap. At any given time you’ll find 40 – 60 different craft beers on tap at The Brass Tap; 25 – 30 of them are staple beers that they always carry, and 30 – 35 beers change, allowing for a varied experience every visit. They also have hundreds of imported or local craft beer in bottles (which can be purchased for carry out, too), in addition to premium wines and cigars. The Brass Tap has great relationships with brewers and distributors which benefits customers who would normally not have access to such an amazing variety of specialty microbrews locally. General Manager Jessica Buchta has created a feel to the upscale beer bar that’s very much in tune with our area. She started with great hospitality. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful; wanting to make sure you find the perfect beer for your liking. All you have to do is name a couple of beers you know you already like, and they’ll describe the flavor profile of new beers you might enjoy. If you’re still undecided they’ll let you sample a suggestion to help you commit. When you visit most afternoons there is a very laidback, relaxed atmosphere to the bar. You’ll find all ages relaxing on the patio or inside cooling off with a beer after a day at work or a round of golf. Although it doesn’t serve food, Brass Tap has partnered with local restaurants such as Buffalo Wild

Wings, Five Guys, Ichiban Sushi and Brick Oven Pizzeria, all of which deliver to the bar. Jessica says that even if you’ve made something at home and want it with your beer you can bring it in. If you’re looking for a night out, The Brass Tap is also the place to go. Local bands such as The Sunsetters, One Mile Final and Tone Granade are in full swing starting at 8 p.m. on Thursdays and at 9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, when the bar is alive and energetic. If it’s possible for a bar to be both upbeat and relaxed at the same time, The Brass Tap has mastered it. One of the great new beers that The Brass Tap introduced me to when I visited is the locally brewed Big Storm’s Wavemaker, which is amber ale that is made right in Odessa. Big Storm’s owners Clay Yarn and Mike Bishop enjoyed The Brass Tap when the first one opened in Wesley Chapel, and now their own beer is being served here. Clay explains, “The Brass Tap gives us a great place to display our beer. Our brewery is right across the street in the West Pasco Industrial Park. We’ve always had a good working relationship with The Brass Tap, and we wanted our first beer tapped there. It was a natural choice— they’ve always been very supportive of us even when we were getting started.” Specials on Craft Beers When you visit you’ll find there are plenty of daily specials. Happy hour is Monday-Friday, 3-7 p.m., with $1.50 off all drafts. Monday and Wednesdays are hospitality industry nights, when if you wear your shirt, bring in your paystub or I.D., you’ll receive half off all drafts and select wines starting at 9 p.m. On Tuesdays

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The Brass Tap's friendly staff can provide recommendations to suit your taste. Brew Crew customers enjoy 25 percent off draft beers on Sunday. Brew Crew Members received 25 percent off all bottles, and Thursday is ladies night with two for one on select drafts and house wines starting at 9 p.m. Each Sunday five different select drafts are chosen for only $3.50 each. Once again Brew Crew Members save on Sunday when they receive 25 percent off all drafts. If you’re not familiar with Brew Crew, it’s a loyalty program that costs $15 to join, and with your initial signup you receive your first official Brew Crew T-shirt. You receive one point for each of the 300 different craft beers The Brass Tap offers, and you are rewarded as you earn points. At 50 points, you are a “Rookie” and you receive a new shirt and a $10 Brass Tap gift card (as well as the honors of your name on their board in the bar). The next milestone, 100 points, advances you to “Aficionado” and you

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receive a new shirt and $25 gift card. At 200 points, you are a true “Beer Snob” and are awarded with a shirt commemorating your status and $50 gift card. And once you’ve reached 300 points, you are a Brew Crew “Beer Guru” and will receive a $200 bar tab! After you’ve signed up, you present your Brew Crew Membership card when you cash out, and your receipt will show each of the different beers you’ve tried so far. Other specials include a customer appreciation party with half off all drafts every time The Brass Tap gets another 250 likes on Facebook. They are also still honoring ten percent off your check each time you check in at Brass Tap on Facebook while you’re there. With back to school in swing they have just started a teacher special on Fridays from 3-7 p.m. which includes 25 percent off all drafts and

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If you aren’t sure, a flight of four types of beer might be your solution house wines with your school ID. This football season The Brass Tap has the NFL is package, with beer specials during the game. An on-going monthly special is the Brewery of the Month. Each month The Brass Tap works with a brewer to provide three great beers by that brewer at a special price. On Fridays they’re often able to tap a rare keg from the featured brewery. Jessica says, “It’s an easy way to learn about different beers from a brewery each month. In August we featured Avery

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and in September Boulder is our Brewery of the Month.” I tried the Avery Maharaja, which was golden in color and had a light hoppy bite to it. The Boulder Flashback Anniversary was hoppy and had a full roast heavier flavor in comparison. Whether you are a beer connoisseur or just want to try a different beer, the Brewery of the Month is a great deal on a craft beer. The Trinity Brass Tap is already becoming known in the area as the go-to bar for holidays such as St. Patrick’s Day when they have too much fun to contain it to inside the bar alone, and rope off part of the parking lot. This fall they will be celebrating in a similar fashion with Taptoberfest which will include live music, food, games and beer on Friday, October 19 and Saturday, October 20. With hundreds of beers, great hospitality and daily specials, The Brass Tap of Trinity has redefined the neighborhood bar. Come visit them at 10700 SR 54, near Five Guys, Mon. – Fri., 3 p.m. – 2 a.m.; Sat., 12 p.m. – 2 a.m., and 12 p.m. – 12 a.m. on Sun. If you’d like more information about The Brew Crew or Brewery of the Month call (727) 376-2467, visit www.brasstapbeerbar.com or like them on Facebook.

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Tampa Bay Local Beads to Raise Money and Awareness for Charity Rather than throw them in the trash, Tampa Bay local Kathi Stoy has found a way to turn annoying directmail political campaign ads into a way to provide food to the homeless. Her creative “NO B.S. Political Beads” are helping to spread awareness and raise money for an important Tampa Bay charity. Stoy is recycling direct mail political ads to make NO B.S. Political Beads; a line of jewelry made from political campaign flyers. One hundred percent of the money raised from the sale of these necklaces, bracelets and earrings will go to Trinity Café, a 501 (c) (3) not-for-profit, non-denominational Tampa charity that serves meals to the poor and homeless. “If You Can’t Beat ‘em…Bead ‘em!” “Too much money is being spent promoting politicians and not enough money is going towards fixing real problems. I want a little of the money wasted on these flyers to

help people in need,” says Stoy. Pam Sica, also a Tampa Bay resident, agrees, “I purchased a necklace because I too am sick of these flyers cluttering my mailbox. Too much talk and not enough action.” NO B.S. Political Beads are currently available at the Sound Exchange locations in Tampa (813-978-9316) and Pinellas Park (727-545-0042). Prices are: Earrings ($5), Bracelets ($5) and Necklace ($8); 100% of the money raised will go to Trinity Café. Other local businesses and individuals are encouraged to “Jump on the Beadwagon!” About Trinity Café Trinity Café has been a beacon of hope and compassion in the Tampa Bay community since 2001. Housed at the Salvation Army on Florida Avenue in Tampa, it serves over 200 hot, nutritious meals each and every weekday, including holidays. Anyone is welcome – without question or qualification. Since Trinity Café first began, it has served

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more than 789,000 free restaurantquality meals to the homeless, poor and anyone wishing to receive a meal. The meals are prepared by a professional chef and served by volunteer waiters. The guests sit at

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cloth-covered tables set with china dishes and silverware. They are asked for nothing in return - no mandatory religious services or counseling or work. While Trinity Café recognizes

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

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pares more than 200 meals each day, Monday-Friday, 52 weeks a year. Trinity Café’s mission is to restore a sense of dignity to its hungry and homeless neighbors by serving a nutritious meal while nourishing spirits through acts of acceptance, compassion, love and respect. For more information about Trinity Café, visit www.trinitycafe.org or email Trinity Café’s coordinator Cindy Davis at cdavis@trinitycafe.org.

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

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“Where the Buffalonians Roam” By Amy Paterson St. Angelo’s Pizza is the place to find true Buffalo, New York-style cuisine in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere, or you can enjoy it delivered right to your home or office. St. Angelo’s Pizza – “where the Buffalonian’s roam” – has two convenient locations in New Port Richey, at 4051 Madison Street and 6809 Massachusetts Avenue. Brian Griffin, a native of Buffalo, NY, moved to Florida and opened the original St. Angelo’s Pizza at the Madison Street location in 1981. Since opening more than 30 years ago, St.

Angelo’s Pizza has become well known for great pizza and the best Buffalo-style chicken wings in the area. Brian’s love for his native Buffalo is evident as soon as you walk through the door and see the St. Angelo’s Pizza logo with the signature buffalos and the Buffalo Bills memorabilia that decorates the walls. Pizza, Wings & Buffalo Favorites The Buffalo-theme carries on to the menu, which offers various dishes that are native to Buffalo, New York. Besides the excellent Buffalo wings, you will find a whole section of the menu that is dedicated to Buffalo, fea-

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turing specialties such as a Sahlans Hot Dog, a Beef on Weck Sandwich, the Haddock Fish-Fry, and much more. One of Buffalo’s favorites, “The Beef on Weck Sandwich” is freshly cooked inside round roast beef that is sliced thin, piled high on a fresh kimmerweck roll, and served with fresh horseradish. Pizzas at St. Angelo’s are handtossed and topped with Sorrento mozzarella cheese. Only fresh, never canned, vegetables are used for toppings. “Our produce is delivered fresh daily and is hand sliced for your pizza, salad, and sandwiches,” says Brian. Along with excellent pizza, you can order a calzone stuffed just the way you like it with your choice of mozzarella, ricotta, fresh sliced meats

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and an assortment of fresh vegetables. With many more options than we can list here, St. Angelo’s Pizza’s menu features something for everyone. Salads, sandwiches, 100% Pure Angus Beef hand-patted burgers, calzones, and other Italian favorites are offered daily and always served fresh. St. Angelo’s Specials The Daily Specials Board is ever changing with new creations, as well as many all-time customer favorites. When I was at St. Angelo’s, a few of the specials that caught my eye were the Taco Platter and the Chicken Marsala. The most popular special that is always a great deal is a fifteenslice pizza, fifteen wings, and fifteen garlic knots for only $21.95.

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From specialty Buffalo-style pizza and wings to delicious, fresh salads and sandwiches, St. Angelo’s Pizza has it all!

St. Angelo’s Pizza is a great place for lunch; Monday through Friday there is a $6.99 lunch buffet that offers All-You-Can-Eat salad, soup, pizza, and garlic knots. Wednesday nights from 4 p.m. – 9 p.m., St. Angelo’s offers an All-YouCan-Eat Cod Fish Fry for only $6.75. Brian and his staff of faithful employees take pride in the food that they serve. Your food is made to order and always served hot and fresh. The sauces are homemade and the entrées are long-standing recipes that have been satisfying appetites for three decades.

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The small and friendly staff that runs St. Angelo’s Pizza is made up of the same two families that have been working for Brian for the past two generations. The regulars all know their servers and cooks, and enjoy coming in to visit and catch up. Brian Griffin and the crew at St. Angelo’s are very involved with sponsoring and donating funds to many of the local youth sports teams, as well as the Red Apple School. Aside from the Buffalo Bills décor, the walls are lined with local youth leagues and Red Apple School sponsorship plaques. St. Angelo’s Pizza is a great place to dine in or you can enjoy your delicious meal in the comfort of home with carryout or delivery.

Stop in and meet Brian and his crew for a true taste of Buffalo right here in New Port Richey. Be sure to ask about their specials because there is more than what meets the eye at St. Angelo’s Pizza; there are always a wide variety of daily specials and soups that aren’t listed on the menu.

St. Angelo’s Pizza locations in New Port Richey are at: 4051 Madison Street, call 847-6446, and 6809 Massachusetts Avenue, call 847-3038. It opens at 11 a.m. daily, 7 days a week; dining room seating is available until 9:30 p.m., and delivery is available from 11 a.m. until 9:30 p.m. Find the full menu online www.StAngelosPizzaandWings.com

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Residents Want Solutions for the Flooding of Thousand Oaks By Diane Galemmo The Thousand Oaks development, located on the northwest corner of Trinity Blvd. and Little Rd. in Trinity has been plagued with unexpected flooding, dating back as far as late 2002. But with the sheer amount of rain left behind from tropical storm Debby in June (10 to 16 inches), streets were underwater for three days, preventing many people from leaving their homes. Rains got inside several homes and others had water inside their garage or on their porch. Debby alone brought about 16 inches of rain over three days and a series of storms over the next several weeks added another 10 inches to the already saturated ground. That exceeded what officials call a 100year-storm. (The 100-year flood is more accurately referred to as the 1% Annual Exceedance Probability Flood, since it is a flood that has a 1% chance of being equaled or exceeded in any single year.)

Almost three months after Debby, much of the standing water is gone, but the ground still remains saturated and many area residents were worried that Isaac was heading their way. Fortunately, there was no flooding reported in our area as a result of tropical storm Isaac, but decade-long difficulties at Thousand Oaks still remain. According to Stephen Bennett, who moved to Thousand Oaks in 2002, “The whole roadway came apart the first year we were here. We had hubcap-sized potholes and ruts all over the place.” A study conducted by the county in 2004 found that the roads in Thousand Oaks were not built to county standards; they were built too low because the developers used inaccurate ground water measurements taken during a drought and were compromised by rising groundwater in certain areas, causing the ruts and potholes in the roads throughout the community. Some retention ponds fill up quickly and don’t drain prop-

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erly because they are a few feet lower than surrounding wetlands. At the time, senior assistant county attorney Anthony Salzano said Pasco’s biggest concern is with the design of Thousand Oaks’ roads, and the groundwater level engineer Ray Gustafson chose as his baseline. Gustafson agreed that the unexpected flooding may have been more than the road could have withstood. And although the county has spent over $2 million over the past several years on smaller-scale storm water

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improvements, those improvements start to fail when a storm exceeds the 100-year-level. Officials say that the origin of the problem began when the developer was allowed to build homes in the neighborhood that were several inches below the water table. Residents are up in arms over the flooding. Residents stormed Pasco’s commissioners’ chambers recently looking for answers. Some Trinityarea residents said that they would volunteer to hop aboard a bulldozer

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to dig drainage ditches to avoid a repeat of flooding after tropical storm Debby. The county needs to go ahead and bulldoze the area for drainage as an emergency measure, says Ron Levi, president of Trinity Oaks Association and resident of Trinity Oaks. “I’ll drive it,” Levi said about operating a bulldozer. Thousand Oaks and the nearby Trinity Oaks neighborhoods are not supposed to flood and that’s why county commissioners were inundated with complaints. “Something has to be done,” Levi told commis-

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sioners. “You can’t just keep throwing the buck from one political place to another political place.” Cortney King who lives in Thousand Oaks says, “This is a travesty. It’s been allowed to happen and allowed to continue.” The Trinity Oaks and Thousand Oaks communities sit at the bottom of a bowl in the Duck Slough watershed. Those neighborhoods were some of the hardest hit in Pasco by Debby and subsequent rainstorms. A possible building moratorium in the area of the Duck Slough watershed

appealed to homeowners. County officials have been working on flooding problems in the area since 2003. The angry residents wondered: Why is a fix taking so long? It’s been more than nine years. They want answers. Several residents called for legal action against the developer. Resident Michael Styers, a Florida Highway Patrol trooper says, “Every time I hear the weather (report) I cringe.” Pasco County officials said they sympathize with residents’ frustrations but emphasized there is no quick solution to the problems that plague the Thousand Oaks and Trinity Oaks communities. Permits for major drainage projects could take a long time to obtain. The county must prove that flood control measures won’t harm more people than they help. The county wanted to expedite deepening what appears to be an old drainage ditch from 30 to 40 years ago, but federal authorities denied permission for dredging. In addition, nobody quite knows whether any drainage system can handle the incredible rainfall that Debby dumped on the area, said Annette

Doying, Pasco’s emergency management chief. The county also has to find the money to build expensive drainage projects. One pond several years ago cost about $12 million. Last year, Pasco also asked the Southwest Water Management District (SWIFTMUD) for or permission to dredge a canal through what the county believes is an already disturbed wetland, but SWIFTMUD denied that request. However, leadership at SWIFTMUD has since changed, and county commissioners hoping for a different result directed staff to renew the county’s dredging request. The county and Southwest Florida Water Management District are checking to see whether flood control facilities in the area were built according to specifications in permits. Michelle Baker, chief assistant country administration says, “The county cannot simply drain the swamp. We are not allowed to do that.” She says the county is exploring both large-scale and smaller solutions. Staffers will determine which options are cost effective, practical or able to qualify for a permit.

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2+/2/3 2099sqft Absolutely move in condition! This home offers formal living & dining rooms w/designer style laminate flooring and soaring ceilings. The kitchen has 42" wood cabinet w/built in desk and center island. The kitchen overlooks the family room w/built in entertainment center. Double door entry into the den/office w/built in desks & cabinets. The master has plenty of room for all your pieces plus two walk in closets. The master bath has dual sinks, walk in shower linen closet and a garden tub to relax in. This home also offers a fabulous view of the golf course & pond from the lanai and you also will enjoy swimming in the pool. this is a must see $249,900.

4/2/3 2703sqft. This home offers a cul de sac location plus a private lot that overlooks the pond & forest. The formal living & dining rooms are great to entertain in. The kitchen has cabinets w/pullout shelves, pot drawers, under cabinet lighting, wall oven & microwave, range w/range hood, cabinet pantry, desk and solid surface counters. The kitchen overlooks family room w/wood flooring and built in entertainment center. There are two generous size guest bedrooms and an office. The master has two walk in closets and the master bath has dual sinks, walk in shower, linen closet and jacuzzi tub. The extended lanai has its own built in kitchen and there is also a hot tub to relax in. But don't forget the view of the pond and forest! $390,000

4/2/2 2534 sf This home has formal Living & dining rooms w/soaring ceilings and 16" tile flooring throughout for easy care. Kitchen has white cabinets w/pullout shelves and overlooks the family room. The master has two walk in closets and master bath has walk in shower, garden tub & linen closet. You'll enjoy the lanai that has a pool and a tranquil view of the forest. $309,900

3/2/3 2416 sf. The 20" tile flooring set on a diagonal pattern flows throughout all the main areas of this kent III. The formal living room & DR has custom window treatment. The kitchen has new designer style foil refaced cabinets w/tile backsplash & solid surface counters w/breakfast bar w/pendant lighting. The kitchen overlooks the family room. There are 2 guest bedrooms & guest bath. The master bedroom has 2 walk in closets, master bath has walk in shower & jacuzzi tub. The extended lanai has an outdoor kitchen w/grill and a view of the golf course & forest! $319,900

3/2/3 plus office 2704 sf Kent Riveria Marquis. This home offers formal living & dining rooms w/soaring ceilings. Kitchen w/42"cabinets w/pullout shelves, corian counters, tile backsplash, under counter lighting, breakfast bar & breakfast nook area. The kitchen overlooks the family room w/tile flooring & wonderful arched picture window w/a fabulous view of the pond, golf course and forest! There are two generous sized guest bedrooms, guest bath plus an office. The master bedroom has two walk in closets and master bath w/garden tub, walk in shower & linen closet. two a/c units under 3 years old. This home sits at the end of a cul de sac and a short walk over the bridge to the club house. Views from every window of the pond, golf course & forest! $319,000

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3/2/3 2323 sqft. This home shows like a model! Absolutely move in! 20" tile flooring throughout! Brand new kitchen w/42" wood cabinets w/crown molding, granite counters w/tile backsplash w/listello inserts, applliance, garage, lazy susan, pot drawers, tray & cookbook cabinet, stainless steel appliances w/trash compactor. Formal living & dining rooms great to entertain in. Kitchen overloooks family room w/dry bar & cabinet w/glass doors. Updated bathrooms w/crackled glass raised sink w/waterfall faucet on granite counter w/wood vanity w/makeup drawers & storage. Fabulous lanai that overlooks pool w/pavers & solar panels w/view of a pond. Many extras including new a/c system, double pane windows & water softener. $375,000

2395 sf The foyer has wood floors in this Kent III w/soaring ceilings throughout. The formal living room has sliders & the dr has plantation shutters & designer style lighting. This kitchen has wood floors, white cabinets w/solid surface counters w/tile backsplash set on a diagonal pattern plus a pot rack. The family room has carpet & plantation shutters. The two guest bedrooms has ceiling fans & the master has 2 walk in closets, plant shelves pocket door to master bath w/white cabinets w/solid surface counters, walk in shower & garden tub. The lanai is extended and includes a 33ft pool & spa w/pebble sheen finish & propane or solar panels w/temperature control for heating, salt water chlorinator, pop up cleaning system & a view of the golf course & forest. $374,900

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North Pinellas Adventure Boot Camp For Women Rocks! By Amy Paterson John Kent, owner and boot camp coach at North Pinellas Adventure Boot Camp for Women, makes getting in shape a fun experience for women. And, it’s convenient! North Pinellas Adventure Boot Camp is just a few minutes from Trinity and is located on East Lake Road, just 1/2-mile south of Tarpon Springs Road. John leads women in our area to achieving their fitness goals in these exciting boot camps by approaching fitness in an energetic and friendly atmosphere. John has new camps starting on October 15 at two different times, 5:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. “It’s really important that it is an all-women boot camp,” says John. “Women and men are equal – I definitely believe that – but we are made different. An all-women camp is focused only on what is best for women. And it’s comfortable – everybody always has fun. Above all, it is safe.” North Pinellas Adventure Boot Camp for Women is a 15-day program designed to help you lose weight and

get in shape while having fun and making new friends along the way. For one hour, five days a week, you will be motivated and directed to achieving your fitness goals. If five days a week is not possible, you can choose a three-day-a-week boot camp. Adventure Boot Camp is a great way to start in the John Kent direction of your lifestyle makeover. Ronnie, one of John’s boot camp attendees, says of her experience, “I’ve not only gained strength and flexibilbe making it to the checkout line. ity, I have improved my balance, lost John’s approach to modifying weight, and reshaped my body. I feel your lifestyle is to break one habit at a great. Boot camp rocks!” time. By changing one habit at a time, At the start of Adventure Boot you have a much better chance at sucCamp, you will attend “The Welcome cess. John addresses his “10 Habits” To Your Transformation Nutritional ten bad habits over the three-week Seminar with John” – a nutritional camp, one issue at a time. These are seminar with your boot camp coach, habits that will improve your body and the now famous Adventure Boot composition, your health and increase Camp Supermarket Tour in a shopyour performance. By doing so, he beping trip to Publix with John who will lieves this will become a way of life for show you what should and should not his clients. Making healthy decisions

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and rooting into the behaviors we want to change, is a sure way to see long-term results. Physical training has been a part of John’s life for the past fourteen years, as he was intent on bettering his life by living healthy. For many years John was a personal trainer, where he trained clients one-on-one to reach their full health potential. This October John will celebrate North Pinellas Adventure Boot Camp’s fifth year anniversary!

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With his fitness expertise, as well as his warm, friendly and approachable character, John has become a captivating and much sought after speaker on the topics of nutrition and health. He has contributed articles to various publications and has been featured on WTVT-TV/DT Fox 13 s “Good Day Tampa Bay” in “Charley Belcher’s World,” as well as appearing in segments on Bay News 9, NBC’s WFLA-News Channel 8 and CBS’ WTSP Channel 10’s “Life Around the Bay.” John Kent has also been featured in articles in the St. Petersburg Times, Tampa Tribune, Suncoast News, tbt (a St. Pete Times publication) and Senior Citizens Magazine. Additionally, John has been featured in Tampa Bay’s Best Magazine where they named him “Tampa Bay’s Body Transformer.” John first got the idea of North Pinellas Adventure Boot Camp for Women when he was visiting Southern California, and saw a boot camp that was using fun and adventurous methods to motivate their attendees. John decided he would come back to Florida and give it a shot, knowing that the benefits he could offer would suit the needs of many women right

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here in our community. By offering his fitness and nutrition plan in boot camp form, he quickly realized how he could help more women reach their health goals at a fraction of the cost of hiring a personal trainer. John believes in keeping things interesting by mixing up the activities every day, playing games, and creating new obstacle courses. “Exercise needs to be fun,” says John. “When exercising is fun, the success rates soar!” By keeping the exercises lively and different, North Pinellas Adventure Boot Camp is a fun way to reach your goals of looking good, being healthy, and feeling great. John’s guarantee is that “you will love Adventure Boot Camp, make new friends, lose weight, and get stronger …or your money back! You will be challenged, you will have fun, and you will see results!” Meg, another of John’s boot camp attendees, said, “Boot camp is one of the best things I have ever done for myself. I had back pains; they’re gone. I tried everything, went to every doctor. I tried everything short of surgery. My pain is gone from working out and strength-

ening my muscles. I’m sleeping at night. I’m losing weight. I’ve made lots of friends. I had a great time at boot camp. I’ll be back!” John has designed this boot camp for women of all ages; however, the majority of the women who attend boot camp are in their thirties, forties, and fifties. Sue Park, a woman in her 70’s, was enrolled in the very first North Pinellas Adventure Boot Camp, and has been attending regularly ever since. “This camp keeps me alive!” says Sue. Sign up now for the next boot

camp! Choose from the 5:30 a.m. or 9 a.m. boot camps that start October 15 and continue through November 2. To get started, visit online at www.BootCampRocks.com, where you can easily enroll. The website also offers more information on John (with a video message from him), the boot camp, and many success stories. You can reach John Kent by phone at (727) 420-8139 or email John@BootCampRocks.com.

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Civil Air Patrol Members Join Community Emergency Response Team Training at Station No. 57 in East Lake By 1st Lt. Sandra Guthrie, Members of the Pasco Cadet Squadron, The Civil Air Patrol, joined other local residents at a recent Community Emergency Response Team training session held at the East Lake Fire Station No. 57. The squadronâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s commander, 1st Lt Sandy Guthrie, senior staff, several cadets, and parents from the squadron, attended the intense three-day workshops held at the East Lake Fire Rescue Department's training center, which also houses one of Pinellas County's EOC (Emergency Operations Centers). With the C.E.R.T. Participant Manual as their guide, students learned about: disaster preparedness, fire safety, disaster medical operations, basic search and rescue, C.E.R.T. organization procedures, and disaster psychology. The class took place June 22-24, with nearly 16 hours of classroom, hands-on training, and participation in

a simulated disaster exercise. Participants received their official certification on July 18, 2012. Guthrie believes that the training will not only help her squadron be better prepared for an emergency (such as was witnessed during Tropical Storm Debby), but will equip the unit's members to be of service to their community, state and nation. The class, sponsored by the East Lake C.E.R.T. Team, is funded by the Department of Homeland Security. For more information visit www.pasco-cap.org and www.eastlakecert.org. *Civil Air Patrol, the official auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force, is a nonprofit organization with more than 61,000 members nationwide. CAP, in its Air Force auxiliary role, performs 90 percent of continental U.S. inland search and rescue missions as tasked by the Air Force Rescue Coordination Center and was credited by the AFRCC with saving 113 lives in fiscal

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Graduates included: Taylor, Tom, Sandy, Christina Serrano, Tori Guthrie, Quentin Jameson, Lee Cooper, and not pictured, David Uzzle, Jeff Jameson, Cohrren Galbraith, Lake Richards, Kaitlyn Lampasso, Kitra and Rebecca Futterman.

year 2010. Its volunteers also perform homeland security, disaster relief and drug interdiction missions at the request of federal, state and local agencies. The members play a leading role in aerospace education and serve as mentors to the more than 26,000 young people currently participating in CAP cadet programs. CAP has been

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performing missions for America for 69 years. It is a major partner with Wreaths Across America, an initiative to remember, honor and teach about the sacrifices of U.S. military veterans. For more information on Civil Air Patrol, visit www.gocivilairpatrol.com or www.capvolunteernow.com.

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“Brain Balance” Continued from page 1 brain and the right hemisphere of the brain have distinct responsibilities, abilities and functions. Most of us can easily be labeled “left-brained” or “right-brained” but research has found that when one-half of the brain has a deficiency, it leads to these connectivity issues which can result in a “disconnect” between a child and their ability to learn, communicate and succeed. The goal is to challenge the hemisphere of the brain that is showing a deficiency, and to stimulate it so that it will learn to function. The results of Dr. Melillo’s program have been remarkable and have changed people’s lives. Since 1998, approximately 1,000 children have completed the program and have shown remarkable academic, emotional, behavioral, and social improvements. Brain Balance Really Works The Brain Balance Center of Oldsmar is owned by Executive Director Larry Polnicky, who had a successful career in the IT field until the search for help for his son’s severe

autism brought him to a Brain Balance Center in Georgia. “We had tried everything for Ben,” says Polnicky, who still gets choked up when he talks about his son. “We were late to realize that our son was Autistic. We were spending $20,000 a year trying to find anything that would help him.” At five years old, Ben was still in diapers, was completely non-verbal, which meant he had never said a word, and was still only able to eat baby food. Fatefully, the Polnickys happened to attend a Zac Brown concert, and partway through the music, Brown, who is the celebrity spokesperson for Brain Balance Achievement Centers, did a presentation about the benefits of the program. The Polnickys went to the closest Brain Balance Center, which was in Georgia, and even moved up there for a short time so that their son would be able to participate in the after-school program. “Within four weeks Ben was reaching for new kinds of food. We were thrilled,” says Polnicky. After 12 weeks in the program, which is typically one session, Ben was eating normally; after a second 12week program his temper-tantrums and some of his OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder) behavior went away,

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and he took himself to the bathroom on his own. The Polnickys were so excited about their son’s progress. They didn’t know if he would ever be able to do these things, and within a matter months, he was progressing rapidly. Ben continued to make progress, expressing the sounds “ba” and “ma.” It was this success in Ben that made Polnicky decide to open a center in our area, so that kids with all manners of learning disabilities, from ADHD to autism and everything in between, could find help and support. At Brain Balance of Oldsmar, Ben is now on his way to talking. Jocelyn Kubus, who works with him at the center, says, “Ben is starting to make out words now, like purple and mama; it isn’t quite the word yet but it’s getting close. Once Brain Balance of Oldsmar came into being, the right people just seemed to come into place, and the staff at Brain Balance grew. Executive Director Larry Polnicky works closely with Center Director Laura Crumley and Assistant Director Heather Lascano to ensure that every child at Brain Balance of Oldsmar is given the help they deserve for continuous improvement.

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Larry Polnicky and his son Ben Prior to working as Center Director at Brain Balance, Laura Crumley practiced in Georgia as a licensed professional counselor for ten years working with adults and children. She says, “In my practice I saw numerous kids who were on several medications that were having very negative side effects. And although medication has its own place, I am excited to be part of a company that was able to move beyond a traditional model and help kids from a neurological standpoint.”

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Program Director Claire Hart comes to the center with a Doctorate in Teacher Education and Physical Education, as well as 37 years of teaching experience in Pinellas County. The rest of the capable and dedicated staff includes Lead Sensory Motor Coach Andrea Widoff, Certified Teacher Jessika Kubus and Assistant Academic Instructor Jocelynn Kubus. The Brain Balance Program Brain Balance is not a medical facility, and so it does not employ doctors, write prescriptions for medications, or accept insurance. Instead, Brain Balance is a facility that has a completely holistic approach to children who have neurobehavioral disorders. The staff at Brain Balance doesn’t really believe in labels. They do take all labels into consideration; however, they also believe that labels can create limitations for children, as well as their parents, who often blame themselves, or get so frustrated that they begin to give up. Hope is everywhere you look in this modern facility. Hope for each child that walks through those doors. Upon being accepted into the Brain Balance program, each child is

given an extensive assessment that gives the staff the opportunity to get a grasp on where each child’s strengths and weaknesses are, and to detect any deficiencies, and at what level they occur. The assessments that they use are well-known evaluation exams that have been used in schools across the country to help determine disabilities, but in this case, instead of trying to find a label for a child, they are trying to find a pattern that would indicate which part of the brain isn’t “connecting” properly. The Brain Balance program is tailor-made for each individual child and works with kids from the ages of 5-18. Each program generally consists of one or two 12-week afterschool programs, where each child participates in a range of activities that help them to improve the connections between both hemispheres of their brains. There is a 1:1 teacher to child ratio at the Brain Balance Center, and while the kids are having fun and playing ball, balancing on a balance beam, and playing games on the state-of-the-art computer programs available at the facility, they are really making marked progress in their sensory and motor development, as well as their academics. The

idea is to help kids create a healthier body and brain function. Brain Balance incorporates programs and activities that have been proven to help kids who have these disorders, and they have them all at the facility so that each child has access to not just one or two, but hundreds. Studies show that many kids who have neurobehavioral disorders have poor immune systems, and that a poor diet may play a role in triggering problems as well. Therefore, nutrition is an important part of the Brain Balance program, and when they are accepted into the program, each child is given a complete nutritional workup by Nutritionist Carole Farace that includes blood and urine analysis. This gives the nutritionist the opportunity to sit down with the child and the child’s family and discuss what their child’s body really needs. Instead of suggesting something generic like a multi-vitamin or one kind of vitamin that’s been known to work, they pride themselves on tailormaking a dietary plan for each child. All-in-all, the program customizes a program that incorporates physical, sensory, academic, behavioral and nutritional guidance to each child. Parents are updated with progress reports every two weeks, and generally students have improved so dramatically after the first 12 weeks that an additional session is not necessary. Real Results At the conclusion of the 12-week program, another assessment is given, and their achievement is measured and shared with the family. In very severe cases, a second 12-week session will be recommended, but generally students are released after the first 12-week session with dramatic improvement. Polnicky says, “In a study where

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60 of the students had ADHD, 82% of those students were shown to no longer exhibit any signs of ADHD after one 12-week program.” He adds, “Two-thirds of the students improved by two grade levels, and onethird of the students actually improved by four grade levels; 100% had some improvement, and 0% had no improvement, so even if I didn’t know from personal experience that this program worked, we have the research to back us up.” The Brain Balance Mission The Brain Balance Mission Statement is “to make the Brain Balance Program available to as many children as possible, that each child may reach their greatest physical, mental, social and academic potential.” In order to do this, education is key. The directors, coaches and founders of Brain Balance really want parents to understand that there is hope, that there can be success, and that their children have bright futures ahead of them regardless of labels or limitations. That is why each month Brain Balance offers free informative events for parents to come and learn about the details of the program and to see if it’s a right fit for their family. Guests who attend the free event are given a discount on the initial assessment. The next informative FREE parent event dates are: Oct. 13 @ 10 a.m., Nov. 3 and Nov. 17 @ 10 a.m. and Dec. 1 and 22 @ 10 a.m.; the event will last about one hour and reservations are needed, as seating is limited. For more information on The Brain Balance Achievement Center of Oldsmar, located at 4022 Tampa Rd., Suite 6, please call 813-475-6977. Or, email them at oldsmar@brainbalancecenters.com, or visit brainbalancecenters.com.

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Space Saving Solutions for Every Room By Marcy Sanford Do you have enough space? I didn’t think I did, but after one talk with the design professionals at More Space Place, I am now convinced that with their help the space I do have can be made more organized and beautiful. It was then that I realized, maybe I do have enough space; maybe I am just not using it efficiently. As America’s foremost wall bed, customized closet, garage organization, and entertainment center retailer, More Space Place has hundreds of options for you to choose from and can help redesign

your house and turn any room into a magnificent, multipurpose masterpiece that fully utilizes all of the space in your home or office. Starting off as a single retail location in the early 1980s, More Space Place has consistently expanded throughout the years due to their high level of quality customer service, and extensive selection of state-of-the-art products. Even today, the company continues to grow and has nearly 40 stores that are locally owned and operated by members of the communities in which they serve. This particular franchise of More Space Place has two

Custom Closets A closet redesigned by More Space Place is truly wonderful. Imagine having room for all of your clothes, shoes and accessories and just think of the time you could save if you were able to find the one piece you were looking for quickly. The closet systems from More Space Place are designed specifically for you by their experienced custom closet designers and are available with tons of popular features and hard-to-find accessories. They offer both wall hung systems and floor-based systems in composite, all wood or a combination of materials and you can easily adjust all of the shelves and hanging rods in your custom closet, so when your needs change, you can adapt easily. Custom Closets aren’t just for clothes. Think about how smooth life would be a with well-organized pantry, craft closet or laundry area.

Home Offices Looking at samples of the More Space Place home offices, I can imagine myself easily finding the file I need and working much more efficiently. Their modular components can be customized to meet individual needs to create a home office that works around you. They can even help you get dual functionality out of a room, so if you need your home office to also double as a spare bedroom, they can help you create space utilizing storage components and special features like wall beds.

Wall Beds If like me, your home office is also a spare bedroom, you probably have the same problem I do – the bed takes up most of the room. After my visit to More Space Place, I realized that my home office/guest room can have ample room for me to work when guests aren’t in town and can look like it should be in a designer magazine with the simple addition of a wall bed. More Space Place is America’s #1 Murphy Bed retailer and for good reason – they offer the most comfortable wall beds you can find, available in such a wide variety of options that you are sure to find one that will fit perfectly with your home and lifestyle. Whether you want to offer out-of-

town guests a relaxing, charming place to stay or need extra space in a child’s room, More Space Place can help you find the wall bed to fit your needs. The lovely cabinetry that hides your wall bed can also include bookshelves and cabinets for storing linens and other items. You can see samples and videos of More Space Place’s wall beds and how easily they blend in and work at www.MoreSpacePlace.com. Garage Systems With a little help and redesign from the professionals at More Space Place, your garage can become an area you’ll be proud to show off and one where you’ll be able to find the tools, decorations or outdoor gear you’re

looking for quickly, instead of spending precious free time searching through boxes and stacks of household items. More Space Place offers an extensive selection of customized garage organization systems, including garage storage racks and specialized hanging garage wall cabinets. The floormounted systems are available in many standard depths and heights and the wall-hung systems can be adjusted to fit any height. More Space Place uses top-of-theline materials that will not warp or sag so your garage will stay organized and attractive for many years to come. Kitchen Organization and Remodeling If the main chore in your kitchen isn’t cooking food, but instead searching for all the ingredients you need, More Space Place has a solution. Using their expertise in design and organization, the professionals at More Space Place can help you to create a gorgeous, organized kitchen that will

make cooking and entertaining a breeze. In addition, if your kitchen opens up to your family room, they can update the kitchen cabinets to blend seamlessly with the furniture in your family room and can even save you money on kitchen remodeling by resurfacing your cabinets instead of replacing them. As with all of their cabinets and storage solutions, More Space Place has an amazing variety of materials and finishes to choose from, including their newest design - a beautiful contemporary Italian-style kitchen. Whether you have one room or multiple areas in your house where clutter is driving you crazy, More Space Place can help you get a beautiful, organized, functional home. With hundreds of options to choose from and custom staining available, their talented designers can create a design for you that will enhance your home. More Space Place is based in the Tampa area and all the cabinetry and shelving is made here at their manufacturing and national support center so you know it is top quality. The professionals at More Space Place will help to custom design the space-saving project of your dreams and will work with your budget to help you turn your wasted space into a stunning multipurpose masterpiece that the whole family can enjoy. The Palm Harbor Design Show Room is located at 33136 U.S. 19 in Palm Harbor and can be reached by phone at (727) 773-9888. The Pinellas Park Outlet Center, located at 3900 78th Ave N. in St. Petersburg can be reached at (727) 5079799. Hours for both 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. For more information or to see pictures and videos visit their web site www.MoreSpacePlace.com.

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Rotary Club of Trinity Takes Students on Shopping Spree By Diane Galemmo In July, The Rotary Club of Trinity held a back-to-school project where ten Rotarians took students, ages 11– 13, from the Metropolitan Ministries summer camp on a shopping trip to purchase clothing, school supplies and hygiene products for the upcoming school year. The students were selected because they completed Metropolitan Ministries Middle School Summer Leadership Camp, a camp for children of homeless and impoverished families. As part of their reward, Trinity Rotary and its president, Julie Rogers, thought it would be a nice gift to take these students shopping for back-toschool clothes and supplies. Many of these students have never purchased brand new clothes and this was a huge confidence builder for them. The Trinity Rotary and attorney Chuck Phillips contributed $250 to each of these students. They shopped at Mitchell Ranch Plaza in stores such as Target, Ross,

and Payless Shoes. They shopped from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. with a Rotarian who helped keep track of their expenditures and their money while providing a list of shopping guidelines for the student. Students were permitted to purchase appropriate school clothes, shoes, undergarments, hair accessories, personal hygiene products, and new back packs. The youngsters spent their money mostly on clothes and shoes. After the shopping excursion, Trinity Rotary took the students out to lunch at Chilis. Trinity Rotary chose this service project to promote positive self-esteem for rising middle school students. Rogers says, “We thought that if students felt good about what they looked like, they would possibly not be bullied, could focus on their studies and excel in school. Trinity Rotary partnered with Metropolitan Ministries because they provided qualified students who are working to improve themselves and acquire leadership skills.” Each Rotarian had a student they worked with. Student Cheryl said she

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(L-R) Tish Green, Ginny Pierce, Stacy Alcuaz, Paul Friedlander, GeorgiaHorton, Attorney Chuck Phillips, Mike Chissell, Linda Read, Bob Read, Julie Rogers, Wayne Selk

had never shopped at Marshalls, “My mom said it was too expensive.” After finding some bargains, she commented, “This place is not bad. Loved it.” “The girl I shopped with was 12 years old and so appreciative of every-

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thing we purchased,” says Rotarian Ginny Pierce. “I was so impressed that her first priority was to get all her school supplies and then shop for herself. She always went for the sale racks first and I don’t believe we bought one item that wasn’t on sale. She did

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not want anything frivolous but clothes items that she could mix and match along with two pair of shoes.” Rotarian Wayne Self shopped with Dylan “who was very appreciative of our rotary club for taking the time out of our morning to spend both time and money helping to supply them with back-to-school clothing and supplies. He said he had never spent that amount of money at one time shopping. Thanks to the Rotary Club, he now has two pairs of shoes for school.” Rotarian Mike Chissell’s student “was very appreciative of the shopping trip and opened up after I told her that I have a 12-year-old daughter who likes the same kind of clothes and music. She was very nice to be with and conscientious of what she was buying to make sure it was nice and appropriate that her mother would approve of.” Due to the sensitivity of the children’s confidentiality of their family’s financial and/or living situation and to protect the children’s dignity and respect, there are no pictures of the youngsters but they certainly enjoyed the time, money and attention that left them feeling empowered. Metropoli-

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tan Ministries Associate Director of Outreach, Nancy Dougherty, says, “All in all, the feedback from the youngsters was very positive. They were all grateful and a couple of the girls expressed being overwhelmed by the choices that they had. (Their comments were), ‘This was great! Look at all I have to start school this year!’ and ‘I’ve never been allowed or able to make so many choices before,’ ‘Look how much I got’ and ‘This was great.’” They also expressed that their shopping spree was well beyond their expectations. Ms. Jean, the Summer Director, shared that she received “many a thank you” along with hugs from the youngsters who have now entered high school, many of them at J.W. Mitchell High. Note: Metropolitan Ministries, located at 3214 U.S. 19, Holiday, 727-277-8351, faithfully reaches out to poor, hungry and homeless men, women and children in their time of need, providing life-changing answers. Within their care, people find food, clothing, shelter, and other vital services. But more importantly they find compassion and hope – hope for a brighter day and future.

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Be Radiant at Radiance Clinique Med Spa By Kim Thomas When a person looks good and feels good, there really is a vibrant radiance about them that other people respond to. In order to have that radiance, you have to take care of yourself and here to help you is the friendly, professional staff at Radiance Clinique Med Spa, who makes it their goal to help each client reach their personal best – to be radiant! Conveniently located in Trinity at 4115 Little Road, just north of Old CR 54, Radiance Clinique Med Spa offers a luxurious, tranquil environment where clients can relax and enjoy professional, dedicated service. As a client of Radiance Clinique Med Spa, the focus will be entirely on you. Services include a free initial skin consultation and depending upon your skin’s needs and your personal goals, you can choose from a variety of treatments that range from a variety of pampering facials, microdermabrasion treatments and massages,

to the result-focused peels, dermal fillers, injectables, and intense pulsed light therapy. Radiance Clinique offers a medical weight loss program and will follow up with weight loss clients to help them achieve longterm goals. The staff includes office manager Brandy McClelland, licensed medical aesthetician Crystal Buzbee, certified laser technician Lauren Webb, and two nurse practitioners, Michelle Golding and Ashley Pontenberg. Michelle and Ashley have experience in medical aesthetics and the treatments that can revitalize your skin and enhance your beauty including Botox®, Dysport® and dermal fillers such as Restylane®, Perlane® and Radiesse®, which are widely used with excellent results for non-surgical facial rejuvenation. Latiesse® the first and only FDA-approved treatment for inadequate or not enough lashes also is available at Radiance Clinique Med Spa. Michelle Golding, ARNP, who

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(L-R) Aesthetician Crystal Buzbee, Personal Trainer Johnny Aguilar, ARNP Michelle Golding, Office Manager Brandy McClelland has nearly five years experience working in medical aesthetics, says, “I like to educate my clients. I want them to be educated consumers of their care. I want them to know what products I am using and how they work. I find out what their expectations are and

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explain the treatments so they will have a realistic idea of what to expect. It is really important for the environment to be relaxed and not rushed so that clients feel truly pampered during their time here.” Ashley Pontenberg, ARNP, a

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Radiance Clinique Med Spa welcomes you to set an appointment for your free skincare consultation the with one of the friendly, professional staff graduate from the University of South Florida with over eight years experience in health care has expanded her skills in medical aesthetics due to her passion for giving clients a youthful appearance and helping to give them the confidence they deserve. Ashley is trained and certified in performing all laser and lightbased procedures for hair removal, tattoo removal, and skin rejuvenation such as scar revisions, stretch mark revisions, complexion blending, pigmented/vascular lesion removal and

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skin tightening. The goal at Radiance Clinique Med Spa is to enhance the natural beauty of each client, helping them to shine with radiance. Please call their office for details about the weight loss program. Radiance Clinique Med Spa is located at 4115 Little Road in New Port Richey and can be reached at (727) 372-3990. Check their ad in Neighborhood News & Lifestyles for current coupons and special offers.

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“News Briefs” Continued from page 4 crease the project size,” said real estate developer, Joel Traub. He added that while on the site one of the construction workers approached him to thank him for creating the job opportunity for him, as he had not had a job in two years. Traub said, “We should all feel great about that.” Pasco’s mobility fee for office, industrial and transit-oriented development along US-19 and S.R. 54/56 corridors is $0. If a company is looking to expand, there is no better time than the present in Pasco County. The County has created an environment that is open for business with fast permitting, job creation incentives, and lower mobility fees, on top of the already low taxes. “The future of Tampa Bay is here in Pasco County,” said John Hagen, President/CEO of Pasco EDC. “The 54/56 corridor and Wesley Chapel are the logical expansion areas for the Tampa Bay region with companies like Wells Fargo Advisors beginning to breaking ground and Raymond James coming soon.”

Small Businesses Find Financing Through the Pasco EDC Microloan Fund Help is out there for small businesses in Pasco County, just ask Nicole Denzik, owner of United Underwriters of Tampa, an independent property and casualty agency located in Lutz. Denzik is the sixth person to receive a microloan from Pasco Economic Development Council, Inc. While working in phonebook sales for AT&T, Denzik noticed the industry declining. Ready for a change she searched for an industry that was thriving and would provide a good income for years to come. A friend recommended getting into insurance, so she spent 6 months learning the industry and opened her own office in 2009. United Underwriters of Tampa has been steadily growing since day one and with the help of a microloan from Pasco EDC, they will be able to hire a part time employee to help manage the office. “Thanks to the microloan from Pasco EDC, I have ordered new computers, the website is being rebuilt, brochures are in, additional phone line is being connected, and a payroll company has been hired,” said Denzik.

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“I’m ready to start the hiring process!” There are 26 million small businesses in America today which are responsible for creating the majority of our nation’s new jobs. Unfortunately, the current economy is making it difficult for America’s small businesses to obtain credit. That’s where Pasco EDC decided to step in and help. The Pasco EDC is getting the word out that help is available to small businesses through its microloan fund. “This is what it’s all about,” said John Hagen, Pasco EDC President/CEO. “Helping passionate small business owners with solid ideas, good management skills and a valid business plan, who simply can’t get traditional financing. We want these businesses to hire more people and continue expanding here in Pasco County.” The loan program lends money to small businesses located in Pasco County in amounts up to $35,000. Applicants must be a for-profit company located in Pasco County, and borrowers must show they have the experience and resources to be successful business operators. Proceeds may be used for working capital, inventory, supplies, furniture, fixtures,

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machinery and equipment but not to purchase real estate or to refinance existing debt. In addition to financing, entrepreneurs also receive free technical assistance to help work through challenges and capture opportunities. Please call the Pasco EDC at 813-9260827 for more information or visit www.pascoedc.com. Mystery Pasco Company Reveals Identity, Plans to Create 200 Jobs in Pasco County An insurance and financial services customer relationship management company Pasco County Board of County Commissioners as a qualified applicant for Florida’s Qualified Target Industry (QTI) tax refund program. 1Brick, LLC expects to create a minimum of 200 new jobs with an average annual salary exceeding 115% of the county’s current average wages. Pasco EDC has been working with company officials for several months to draw the project to Pasco County. “We are very appreciative of the County’s approval of our application,” said John Koko, who handles business development for 1Brick, LLC. “We are on a tight deadline to meet our customer’s requirements, and all the

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loose ends have to be tied up in the next few weeks. This approval moves us one step closer to that goal.” Built on leveraging executive experience over 20 years, 1Brick, LLC is a virtual agency and consulting firm specializing in business process outsourcing (BPO) in the insurance and financial services industry. Unlike traditional BPOs whose primary focus is on local accounts within a 10-mile radius, 1Brick is licensed to operate in multiple states and around the clock, essential for mobile consumers who shop online through mobile apps and over the phone. 1Brick, LLC recently attended a local job fair hosted by Career Central to gain a better understanding of the labor pool in Pasco County. Over 150 people attended the job fair, 25 of which were licensed insurance agents. With plans to hire 50 people on day one, company officials were pleased with the turnout. Positions the company is looking to fill include shift managers, financial controller, supervisors, quality supervisor, trainer, agents [multi-channel], licensed agents, quality assurance agents, network/systems administrator, telecom systems administrator,

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HR recruiter, and administrative. Bilingual employees are in particular demand, including all major dialects of Spanish. John Hagen, President/CEO of Pasco EDC, reiterated the importance of customer service and relationship building in economic development, “Our job is to make it easy for entrepreneurs to locate their businesses in Pasco County. If a specific labor pool is what they need, we’ll work with our local partners to bring it to the customer. We are here to help them succeed in growing their businesses.” 1Brick, LLC is one of four companies considering locations in Pasco County who applied for the Florida’s QTI tax refund program at this week’s Pasco County Board of County Commissioners’ meeting. Hagen offers an open invitation to companies wanting to expand in Pasco County, saying, “We have room to grow in Tampa Bay. Not all communities can say that.” Recreation and Aquatic Center Addresses Needs of the Disabled By Diane Galemmo Even though the New Port

Richey Recreation and Aquatic Center meets federal guidelines under the Americans with Disability Act (ADA), the New Port Richey City Council will allot $6,500 to install automated door openers to make access easier for disabled people who use a scooter, mobility cart or wheelchair. According to city officials, these people have complained about the difficulty they have opening the bathroom doors and the doors to the pool deck. One swimmer, Judy Kargman, says, “That sounds good,” regarding installing automatic door openers. The disabled Vietnam War veteran gets around on a mobility cart. Kargman complained for years about access at the pool. Her husband Larry has been battling his own health problems and cannot always accompany her to the pool to help open gates and doors. She said she would like the option to navigate the pool area on her own. “An individual submitted a letter to the City Council and a second individual contacted the Parks and Recreation Department,” City Manager John Schneiger wrote in a memo to the council. “Both individuals expressed that they were unable

to utilize the Recreation and Aquatic Center in their scooters due to the weight of the doors.” Initially, Parks and Recreation Director Elaine Smith searched for sponsors or grants to pay for the access improvements. The city is facing budget cutbacks because of falling tax revenues. When no sponsors came forward, city officials scoured the city’s fiscal 2012 budget for options. They found $6,500 that could be transferred from money already set aside for special purpose equipment into the department’s maintenance fund. “Two handrails are currently set up in a handicap-accessible bathroom stall in a poolside bathroom,” says Smith. Meanwhile, officials are looking for ways to attract more members to the recreation center, and upgrades will make the center more ADA friendly.

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“Tarpon Turtle” Continued from page 1 inside Billy's Tarpon Turtle and new woodwork and lighting set the mood for a lovely dining experience with unobstructed views of Lake Tarpon. With two bars outside and one inside, and a very spacious dining area plus the patio dining area, Billy's Tarpon Turtle offers the perfect place to grab a drink, enjoy the view, and relax among friends, family or coworkers. Billy welcomes people looking to host big or small events, parties and fundraisers. Where better to have a party than on a beautiful, lakefront restaurant with menu options that offer something for everyone? Fantastic Food and Favorites Billy's Tarpon Turtle has everything you need to satiate your appetite. Appetizers, wraps, burgers, flatbreads, sandwiches, kabobs, pasta, salads, chicken, Black Angus Beef and fresh Florida seafood choices are all

delectable and satisfying choices on the menu. Billy uses Braveheart Black Angus Beef as his choice for burgers and perfect beef cuts from Filets to Porterhouse masterpieces that are perfectly marbled, well-aged and juicy. Customers rave about Billy's

Bisque, which is a velvety smooth lobster, crab and shrimp bisque served in a sourdough bowl. All soups are made in-house, along with homemade salad dressing and wing sauce! Billy's Tarpon Turtle wings are served your choice of wing-in or boneless and diners can choose Billy's special BBQ, teriyaki, blackened or tequila home-

made sauces or go with traditional mild, medium, hot or nuclear hot sauces! The Shell is an all-time favorite at Tarpon Turtle; composed of one kabob each of scallops, steak, chicken and shrimp with pineapple, green pepper and onion served over rice and oriental dipping sauce – these things are

awesome! Billy suggests trying a Pineapple Boat made with half of a fresh pineapple, filled with three scoops of tuna, chicken or egg salad. You can mix and match your favorites or try all three tasty concoctions! Fresh gulf grouper is a house favorite and is delicious as a ravioli dish or served Oscar style with lump crab meat, asparagus and homemade hollandaise sauce. Lunch and dinner specials are available everyday and the chef has some wonderful creations that you will love. All dinner entrees at Billy's Tarpon Turtle are served with a house or Caesar salad, choice of twice baked or roasted redskin potatoes and your choice of creamed spinach or candied carrots. Billy has selected choice, quality wine selections to pair with any dinner on the menu, so dine and wine the right way at Tarpon Turtle. Billy and his crew at Tarpon Turtle won't let

you leave hungry, guaranteed! Steve Fiske says, "Once people discover this place they will undoubtedly want to visit time and time again. Tarpon Turtle is friendly and has top-grade everything. I love that it's both elegant and casual with amazing lake front views. It just doesn't get better." Billy's Tarpon Turtle has live music every Saturday with Tony Milio performing inside. Billy's Tarpon Turtle is open from 11 a.m.â&#x20AC;&#x201C;10 p.m. on weekdays and from 11 a.m.â&#x20AC;&#x201C;11 p.m. on weekends. Come by car or boat (Billy's has 18 boat slips) and enjoy the wonderful views of Lake Tarpon, while enjoying your favorite dish. Billy's Tarpon Turtle is located at 1513 Lake Tarpon Avenue in Tarpon Springs. Please call (727) 940-5360 or visit online, www.BillysTarponTurtle.com for more information.

The Gift of Music in the Last Stage of Life By Diane Galemmo For centuries, music and medicine have been linked together. The Greeks believed that music had the power to heal the body and the soul. When used by a music therapist, it can promote, maintain, and restore mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Music Therapy has been used by Rabbi Aaron Lever, a chaplain at Gulfside Regional Hospice in New Port Richey since March 2012, when he started Gulfside’s new “Heart Strings” program. His therapy focuses on an instrument called the reverie harp; its restful, dreamy sound was the inspiration for its name. Rabbi Lever incorporated the reverie harp as part of his spiritual care visits and his patients love it. Lever was introduced to the harp by another Hospice Chaplain at a National Association of Jewish Chaplains Conference in January. The harp was developed by Jerry Brown, owner of Musicmakers in Stillwater, MN, and designed by company general man-

ager, Matt Edwards, in collaboration with Australian music thanatologist Peter Roberts. (Thanatology is the study of death and dying, especially in its psychological and social aspects.) Peter Roberts says, “Emotional and spiritual healing can lead a patient to be more engaged in their recovery, or face death with a greater sense of peace and dignity.” Lever is just one of a growing number of caregivers who include musical therapy for their patients’ emotional and spiritual well being. The 22-string harp is beautifully shaped, rather like an egg. It resembles the 17th century lute, minus the neck. It is comfortable and lightweight to hold even for the most frail individuals. It has a soothing, “angelic” sound. It can be plucked like a traditional harp (one can even use a pencil) and what makes it unique is that the strings are tuned to a pentatonic scale, so that no matter which strings are played together, they will be harmonious; and players love feeling the vibrations through the wood. The Reverie Harp

is fast becoming a musthave tool for music therapists, visitation ministers/chaplains, activity directors, and nursing homes caregivers. Lever, who has had 12 years of piano lessons, was intrigued when he first saw and played the harp. He says, “You don’t play specific songs. It’s more a matter of creating a flowing musical pattern. All the notes harmonize with each other. Practically anyone can play the Matt Edwards (left) & Jerry Brown instrument with little practice – even someone lying have been playing the reverie harp, I in bed can hold it and play it. Patients have had patients who really enjoyed tell me they have experienced a sense of peace and comfort after hearing the hearing me play,” said Lever. “Patients tell me they have experienced a sense music. The music of the harp calms of peace and comfort after hearing the the spirit and soothes the soul.” music.” Because it is so easy, patients can Lever talks about visiting a particbe invited to give it a try themselves, ular patient’s home where the carethough most are more than happy to giver had a stressful day. Hearing simply listen, relax and enjoy. “Since I

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who wanted to hear music during the last moments of his life. “He was having difficulty breathing. His daughter who was with him had asked me to play. The patient was given medication, but upon hearing the harp, his breathing improved even before the medication took effect. For the patient the music became a significant part of his death experience.” Another patient says, “It makes me feel joyful. The music is like being hugged.” For some patients, it evokes memories. One man, after hearing Lever play his harp, decided to get out his ukulele and start playing again for the first time in seven years. Lever says, “I use it often with dementia patients, many of whom cannot communicate but they can still enjoy the reverie harp in the present moment, even though they’ve lost their sense of the past and the future.” Seemingly apropos are the words of Hans Christian Andersen (Danish author noted for his children’s stories), “Where words fail, music speaks.” For more information about Musicmakers’ reverie harp visit www.harpkit.com.

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