East Lake- Vol 10, Issue 2 February edition of Tampa Bay News & Lifestyles

Vol. 10, Issue 2, February 2017

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The Premier “Shop Local” Community Magazine Directly Mailed To 15,000 Homes In East Lake & Surrounding Areas This Independent Community News, Business & Dining Guide Is Directly Mailed Once Each Month To: Anchorage, Bay Arbor, Boot Ranch, Brookers Landing, Crescent Oaks, Cypress Cove, Cypress Lakes Estates, Cypress Run, Cypress Trails, Deer Hollow, Grey Oak, Eagle Cove, Eagle’s Cove at Lake Tarpon, Eagle Ridge, Eagle Trace, Eagle Watch, East Lake Oaks, East Lake Woodlands, Hunters Wood, Keystone Bluffs, Keystone Palms, Keystone Ranchettes, Lansbrook, Lansbrook Village, Meadow Ridge, Nature’s Watch, Oak Hill Acres, Pine Ridge, Regina Estates, Ridgemoor, Tarpon Woods, Wentworth, Whispering Lakes, Woodfield

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ELHS FIRST Team Krunch......3 Calendar & News Briefs........4-5 Rizzotto Tax Advisory.......10-11 CPR Cell Phone Repair.....12-13 Gator Cleaning Solutions..14-15 Crystal Nail & Spa............16-17 Love Your Floppies.................18 Esther’s School.......................20 Custom Windows & Doors of Pasco.........................22-23 SAT/ACT Improvement.........24 Silver Roots............................28 Drive for a Cure.....................32

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Tricia Williams, CEO and President, FHNP

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ing a team that has worked to earn seven consecutive ‘A’ grades from Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, placing it among the safest hospitals in the United States. “Maintaining the best grade for three and a half years confirms our staff’s dedication to providing our patients with the highest level of quality care,” said Williams. Additionally, Florida Hospital North Pinellas was one of only seven hospitals in Florida and one of 56 in the country to be named a Top General Hospital from the Leapfrog Group, a recognition that showcases superior commitment to patient safety and quality.

The dedication that Florida Hospital North Pinellas has to the members of its community is part of what

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Florida Hospital North Pinellas truly embraces the community it serves, focusing on providing the best possible experience not only to patients at the hospital, but also to the hardworking people who help to set this hospital apart from others. An Adventist Health System facility, Florida Hospital North Pinellas in Tarpon Springs continues to attract stellar medical and administrative staff and is excited to welcome new CEO and president Tricia Williams. Likewise, she is happy to join a hospital that focuses on something that she has always been passionate about – community outreach and education.

Williams also is proud to be join-

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Do you ever watch those remodeling shows on TV and wonder what it would be like to completely transform your kitchen or bathroom? You can! Authentic Concepts Kitchen & Bath Design specializes in these types of projects, and has been making design dreams come true in our area for years. Without the need for Hollywood magic, Authentic Concepts Kitchen & Bath Design can help you turn your house into the home of your dreams.

Convenient to all of Tampa Bay, Authentic Concepts Kitchen & Bath Design has a gor-

geous showroom located at 3265 Tampa Road in Palm Harbor. In fact, they’ve recently announced that they will be expanding their showroom in 2017, giving their customers an even larger place to browse ideas, meet with their designers and plan their new, renovated kitchen or bathroom.

One local resident named Kristina calls Authentic Concepts Kitchen & Bath Design the “Best designer in Tampa bay!”

That’s because owner Glenn Rumer and his expert design staff truly have the talent and experience necessary to guide their customers

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Tampa Bay’s Oldest High School Robotics Team Celebrates 20 Year Anniversary at 2017 FIRST Steamworks Competition Submitted by Taycora Canfield East Lake High School’s FIRST robotics Team 79 Krunch is developing a robot to take on the 2017 competition, Steamworks. You are invited to track our progress throughout the season.

These dedicated students spend just six weeks designing and constructing their champion contender. The average building week is 26 hours on top of the students everyday rigorous school schedules.

This year the competition involves delivering gears to human players as well as shooting balls in goals 8 feet off the ground or in low goals for fewer points. On top of it all, the robots earn extra points by scaling a rope and holding up their 120 pound robot till the end of the competition.

The team is not only full of engineers, it is run like a business organization with 58 team members. The involvement of mentors from Honeywell, GE, and other local corporations involved with STEM aid in the cre-

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ation of the robot and the promotion of innovative ideas.

This robotics team is entering its twentieth season of partaking in the FIRST competition.

Competitions require innovative designs, competing and cooperating with teams from around the globe. In the last year the East Lake team has conducted demonstrations in partnership with elementary school students as well as continuing to mentor various robotics programs for students at primary schools in the area supporting STEM education. Outside of robotics the students participate in food drives, Relay for Life, the annual “Angel Tree” collection and the Pinellas Mobile Hazardous Material Collection.

The annual media release night where we unveil the robot to the public is set for Monday, February 20th at

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7:00 pm at the East Lake High School gymnasium. We would love for you to attend. Please consider visiting the team to gain further understanding of what we do. We would love to hold a private tour of the lab as well as displaying our robot collection.

Competitions Team 79 is participating in for 2017: South Florida Regional, Mar. 1–4 Orlando Regional, Mar. 9–11 Rocket City Regional, Mar 22–25

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Cypress Woods Elementar PTA to Host Annual PTA Eagle Gala Feb. 25, 7-11 PM––It’s time for the annual Eagle Gala again! Funds raised will benefit PTA’s efforts to support Cypress Woods Elementary School Cypress Woods Elementary Parent Teacher Association (CWE PTA) will host its Annual PTA Eagle Gala on Saturday, February 25 from 7 to 11 p.m. at Cypress Run Golf Club, 2669 St. Andrews Blvd, Tarpon Springs, Fla. The theme for this year’s event is Cruise Into Education.

One of CWE PTA’s largest annual fundraisers, the Eagle Gala generated more than $11,000 last year to support teachers and enrich the arts, music and physical education programs. This year, CWE PTA will focus a portion of the funds raised on continued enhancement to school enrichment and academic programs “Our PTA values the academic benefits of a variety enrichment areas such as after school programs, music,

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visual arts, and physical education, as well as the important ways these courses enrich the social and emotional development of our students,” said Leona Wells, President of Cypress Woods Elementary PTA. “Too often, these are the education programs that lose funding. That’s why we are so thankful to generous parents, friends and community partners who help CWE PTA to support these programs through fundraisers like our Eagle Gala.”

Sponsorships range from $800 Platinum Sponsor to $200 Bronze Sponsor. CWE PTA seeks sponsors or community partners willing to donate in-kind goods or services for the auction. Prior donations generated from community partners include gift certificates, entertainment or celebrity experiences, sporting tickets, travel destinations, and more. In gratitude, partners will gain significant visibility throughout CWE PTA’s event promotion and recognition at CWE PTA’s events.

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The event is chaired by CWE PTA volunteer, Lauri Abrams and will feature a DJ, dancing, numerous food stations, cash bar, live and silent auction, and a 50/50 raffle. Tickets start at $35 each and are sold in advance.

All community members are welcome to attend. Purchase tickets or view sponsorship and donation opportunities at www.eaglegala.com.

20th Annual Evening Extraordinaire Big Band Gala Thurs, Mar. 2nd, 6–11 PM–– Event will be held at Innisbrook Golf & Spa Resort at the Inverness Hall, 36750 US 19 N, Palm Harbor. Enjoy Dinner-Dancing-Silent Auction! Tickets are $50 in advance/$50 at the door. All proceeds will directly benefit the community. A 50/50 Fundraiser – half of the proceeds will go to The Florida Sheriff’s Youth Ranch & The Palm Harbor Library “Raise the Roof” Fund. Call the Chamber for Sponsor Packages or Tickets, 727-784-4287.

CNCN Presents Casino Night Sat., Mar. 4, 7–10 PM––Casino Night will be held at Crescent Oaks Country Club Clubhouse, located at 3300 Crescent Oaks Blvd. in Tarpon

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Springs. This year’s event benefits F.E.A.S.T. Inc. Food Pantry in Palm Harbor, and the CNCN Scholarship Fund, which provides scholarships to North County high school seniors from East Lake High School and Palm Harbor University High School.

There will be two great ways to play and enjoy a fun evening for a couple of great causes. Bid in the Silent Auction to win many raffle prizes. Enjoy the cash bar and light hors d’oeuvres.

Tickets: $35 in advance or $40 at the door equals $250 in FUN MONEY! Tickets for the Texas Hold’em Tournament are $25 in advance or $30 at the door. Contact John Miolla at 727944-2060 or jmiolla@tampabay.rr.com for more information or advance reservations.

American Lung Association’s Fight For Air Climb Sat., Mar. 11, 8 AM––Hundreds of supporters will climb 42 flights of stairs to the top of the Bank of America plaza in downtown Tampa (101 E. Kennedy Blvd.) at this unique endurance event in support of Lung Research. Registration is $25/participant and you can register at ClimbTampa.org.

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Breathing should not be an uphill battle, but for many it is. On Saturday, March 11, 2017 at 8 a.m. hundreds will join the American Lung Association to climb up the Bank of America Plaza in support of friends and loved ones who suffer from lung diseases like asthma and lung cancer, and raise funds for clean air and lung disease research, education and advocacy. “This is truly a remarkable experience for both running and fitness enthusiasts, as well as our participants that are suffering from a lung disease,” said Steven Riddle, Area Director of the American Lung Association in Florida: Tampa Bay, “And is a reminder that no one should have to fight for air on a daily basis.”

Local First Responders such as the Hillsborough County Fire Rescue will be showing their support at the end of the race by climbing the 42 flights in full firefighter gear – helmet, hood, pants, coat, gloves, boots and air pack – weighing over 45 pounds. Firefighters have an increased risk for lung disease from the exposure to gases, chemicals and smoke in the line of duty.

Fight For Air climbers can participate individually or as a team. Regis-

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tration is $25 per participant, and includes a $100 fundraising minimum.

For more information or to register, contact Lindsay.Kohn@lungse.org, 813-712-2307 or visit ClimbTampa.org.

East Lake Fire Rescue 2016 Annual Report The East Lake Fire District has posted its annual report for fiscal year 2015-2016. It is available to the public on their website: www.elfr.org.

Hard copies of the report are available at Fire Station 57, 3375 Tarpon Lake Blvd., Palm Harbor. The East Lake Fire District encompasses 33 square miles of unincorporated Pinellas County and roughly 33,000 residents.

The district operates three fire stations, which are always staffed with professional firefighters and paramedics. The district responded to 3,318 calls, of which 70 percent were medical emergencies. This is a ten percent increase in call volume over the previous fiscal year. The District has 42 full time personnel, of which 39 are licensed Firefighter Paramedics/EMTs. The fire district’s fiscal year budget was $6.219 million.

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1954 htd sq ft - 2/2/2 + den/office Just move right into this home that has formal living & dining rooms that has plenty of room for all your pieces. Kitchen has white cabinets w/raised panel doors w/pullout shelves & a large breakfast nook area. The master bedroom has a large walk in closet and the master bath has dual sinks, linen closet and a walk in shower w/glass block for easy care. There are double pocket doors to the den/office w/newer carpet. A hallway leads you to the guest bedroom and guest bath w/tub w/shower. Just off the living room you have French door that leads you out to the extended screened lanai w/a serene view of the pond that you and your guest will enjoy! $260,000

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The Rizzotto Tax Advisory Group “Your Partners in Tax & Retirement Planning” With the 2016 tax return deadline looming, it is a perfect time for those age 60 or older to take advantage of a flat-rate $69 fee to have their income taxes prepared and filed with a company that is trusted for going the extra mile for its clients.

Rizzotto Tax Advisory Group extends their $69 flat-rate fee for federal returns (state returns are included if applicable) to Government Employees, Municipal Workers, Teachers, Law Enforcement Personnel, Firefighters/EMTs, Retired and Active Military of ANY age. All tax returns are prepared by one of the firm’s experienced Tax Preparers or IRS Enrolled Agents.

Rizzotto Tax Advisory Group has an experienced team of financial, tax, insurance, and legal professionals who help to educate their clients on important subjects including: reducing asset risk, unnecessary taxes, diversifying portfolios, the importance of wills/trusts and planning for income during retirement. The firm is committed to providing exemplary service while displaying the highest standards of ethics and professional knowledge. They are approved members of the National Ethics Association and the National Association of Tax Professionals. Edward G. Rizzotto, Owner and President, is an Insurance Agent and Financial Representative who holds both a state-regulated license to offer insurance products and a securities license to offer specific investment products.

Meet the Rizzotto Team Ed Rizzotto, Owner/President, moved to Florida 45 years ago from New York, grew up in Pinellas County and has been a Trinity resident since 2000. A graduate of Clearwater Central Catholic High School, he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from National-Louis University in Evanston, IL. Ed also served both active and reserve duty for 13 years in the U.S. Coast Guard. He started his Insurance and Financial career over 20 years ago as an agent for Allstate Insurance. Then promoted to Agency Manager, he was responsible for overseeing 22 agencies in southwest Florida. In 1999, he joined a local retirement planning firm, where he helped hundreds of people with tax

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and retirement planning for over six years. Ed Rizzotto enjoyed the opportunity to benefit the community, and was determined to create a complete local business where he could help clients (both pre-retirees and current retirees) save money on their taxes, better manage their portfolios, plan for the future and focus more on enjoying their retirement years – and The Rizzotto Tax Advisory Group was established in 2006. Lorrie Rizzotto joined the firm in 2009 as Director of Marketing. Prior to joining Ed in running their family business, Lorrie specialized in corporate incentive and meeting planning, and worked at Allstate’s Regional Florida office for 11 years before becoming an Independent Meeting Planner with HelmsBriscoe, where she achieved “President’s Club” status being Top 50 in the country. Married 28 years this November, Lorrie and Ed have two daughters attending the University of South Florida.

Ed and Lorrie have a great team at Rizzotto Tax Advisory Group.

Dori Greeson, Administrative Assistant and Office Manager, gives everyone a warm reception, oversees the office, and also is a licensed Life and Health Agent. Nayda Stern, IRS Enrolled Agent, has more than 22 years of income tax preparation experience and as an IRS Enrolled Agent, is able to represent Rizzotto Tax Advisory Group clients before the IRS. Alton Scott, Insurance Consultant, with more than 17 years of experience in the Banking, Insurance and Financial Services industry, has extensive knowledge in the areas of health insurance, Medicare supplements and Medicare.

Scott holds a state-regulated Life and Health License and a Securities license to provide certain investment products. With 30 years of experience, Ennis Griffith, IRS Enrolled Agent, has unlimited privileges to represent taxpayers before the IRS. Griffith is the former long time chief financial officer of a publicly owned, 16-office savings bank. Former Marine Sigmund Mytyk, is an IRS Enrolled Agent, and has 20 years of experience as a tax preparer and 11 years as an IRS Enrolled Agent. Nic Ranocchia, PCSR, is a junior at the University of South Florida, majoring in Finance.

He has over 5 years of customer serv-

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Ed Rizzotto, owner, Rizzotto Tax Advisory Group ice experience, as well as experience in the banking business. Nic also has his 4-40 license, which allows him to represent Ed in offering Property and Casualty Insurance. Ed and Nic will work as a team to offer Auto and Homeowner's insurance to all clients. He has come on board this year to assist Ed and gain knowledge and experience to begin a career as a Financial Planner.

Reducing Tax Liability in Retirement The first thing Ed and his team will want to look at is your past tax returns, explaining, “We’ve had people who had other advisors and financial planners who convinced them to make changes, not aware of the tax impacts.

To me, the tax return is the most important document the client owns, that’s why it is the first thing we look at when the client meets us for their initial appointment. If there is an investment or change that could cause a taxable event, we know that up front.”

Ed and his team are very tuned in to their clients’ needs and concerns.

“Saving on taxes, reducing or eliminating taxation on social security and protecting the financial wellbeing of a spouse after another’s death – those are things that my clients are concerned about,” explains Ed. “Today, people also want alternatives to the low interest rate environment provided by CDs and money market accounts.” He adds, “If clients are already collecting social security when they come to us, they want to know how they can reduce or eliminate taxes

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on not only social security income, but their overall taxes as well. A major concern today and what I believe will be a concern for years to come for preretirees and current retirees is how to obtain ‘Guaranteed Income for Life’ from your retirement and non-retirement plans. Unfortunately many employer sponsored plans and individual IRAs do not offer this benefit when you retire. We will show you how to put some things in place now that will enable you to set up lifetime income down the road. This is income you will never outlive, similar to a pension.

We spend many hours with our clients to put sound plans in place by sharing ‘real time’ tax, income and social security analysis through some of the most sophisticated software. We want our clients to leave our office with a better understanding on what their income needs will be in retirement, and how to control, reduce or possibly eliminate taxes.”

Rizzotto Tax Advisory Group takes a team-oriented approach to tax, retirement and estate planning and Mr. Rizzotto welcomes discussions from clients’ estate planning attorneys.

If you do not already have an attorney, Mr. Rizzotto often refers clients to estate planning attorneys Stephen E. Hitchcock and Martha V. Evans from Hitchcock Law Group, who frequently meet with clients in the office to review Wills and Trusts. “They can help you make sure your plan is up to date and our staff will make sure your accounts and beneficiary designations coordinate with your estate plan.”

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While taxes are a large part of The Rizzotto Tax Advisory Group, the majority of their clients also utilize the firm’s other services including investments, retirement planning, long term care, annuities, life insurance, auto and homeowners insurance, wills and trusts and small business bookkeeping services. Ed says, “Clients like the opportunity we provide to get everything taken care of in one place.”

A word of advice, “You’re never too young to start saving for retirement,” says Rizzotto. “We have found that many people we meet who are still working have changed jobs about every five to seven years, and many of those people left their retirement plans at their old employers (i.e. 401k, 403b, 457 and TSP plans, etc). Many of these plans can be rolled over to individual IRAs or Roth IRAs, thus giving the client more control and the ability to have

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someone to advise them.”

The Rizzotto Tax Advisory Group is located in the community of Long Leaf in the Florida Design Consultants Center at 3030 Starkey Boulevard in Trinity. A second location is in Pinellas County at 1034 Belcher Road South in Largo. Call (727) 683-9119 or visit www.rizzottotax.com for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Securities offered through Foresters Equity Services, Inc. Member FINRA / SIPC 3500 SE 30th Terrace Ocala, Florida 34471 P: (352) 369-1144 / www.forestersequity.com Rizzotto Tax Advisory Group & Foresters Equity Services, Inc. are not affiliated. 1034 Belcher Road South, Largo, Florida and 3030 Starkey Blvd. Suite 150 Trinity, Florida are not a branch office or an affiliate location of Foresters Equity Services, Inc.

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CPR is Your Cell Phone Repair Specialist!

By Shaun Bryant “Saving mobile lives.” That is the motto of CPR Cell Phone Repair located on the corner of US 19 and Tarpon Avenue in the Publix shopping plaza. If you are like most of us, when your phone stops working, it is life disrupting! Many of CPR’s customers feel that the company isn’t just saving the life of their phone, but saving them as well – from lost work, lost contacts and the headache of not being able to connect with people, whether it is a client or a child. When your phone breaks, turn to CPR! “You want to use the best doctor or dentist; you should want to use the best cell phone repair company as well,” says owner Gene Bliss.

Gene retired after a 30-year career in senior management for Delta Airlines in Atlanta, Georgia in the IT and operations department, and realized he wasn’t ready to be a retiree. Armed with vast knowledge from his career in information technology, Gene has since started a new career as Franchise owner of two CPR stores (located in

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Tarpon Springs and Largo), and an Area Developer for CPR for five counties including Hillsborough, Polk, Manatee, Sarasota, and Pinellas. In his time with CPR, Gene has helped grow the company from 80 to 300 locations, making them the biggest cell phone repair company in the United States. His expert knowledge, and hands on experience are a big reason why CPR stores have been so successful and continue to expand to new areas.

As Good As New! Top-notch service is what you receive from the time you walk in until the time you pick up your phone when it is as good as new. Almost all repairs take less than an hour and have same-day pick up with no appointment necessary. All repairs also have a lifetime warranty, and to ensure you get the best service possible they offer all types of help and support at no additional cost.

CPR gives FREE consultations and will even assist you with a quick software issue or will clean out a dirty

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charge port free of charge. Estimates are of course always free and now they offer an online estimate tool to give the customer a quick and reliable way to price just about any repair.

“We believe in educating our customers and building a solid foundation with them so that they can have a better understanding in the future,” says Gene. “Sometimes it is a simple change in the phone’s settings that maybe they didn’t know about that could be causing the equipment to act up, and they shouldn’t be charged for that.”

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Educating customers and potential customers is a HUGE part of the success of the CPR stores, with all of the new technology out these days it is a breath of fresh air to have someone to turn to that can educate you on how to properly use and maintain your equipment.

Despite the name CELL Phone Repair, CPR is not limited to repairing cell phones; the company also repairs iPads, tablets, smart watches, laptops and table top computers, as well as car and boat GPS, gaming consoles and almost everything in between.

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Get Repairs Done FAST! The process of inspecting, evaluating and diagnosing is quick and easy to Gene and his team and insures problem(s) are completely addressed.

In most cases as long as they don’t have to order a special part, they will have your device back to you in under an hour. The waiting area of CPR is extremely clean and well organized and has tons of accessories available for all types of phones and electronics. It is also located in a very nice shopping plaza with tons of food and shopping

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options to make your already short wait seem even shorter.

So the next time you are having any kind of issue with any of your electronics stop into CPR to ensure you fix the problem correctly the first time.

They will take the time to talk to you and, when necessary, educate you on the issues you are facing with your electronics.

CPR (Cell Phone Repair) is conveniently located in Tarpon Springs at the Publix Shopping Plaza at 40948 US 19 N, only minutes from most areas in Pinellas County. CPR’s hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Mon. – Fri., and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sat. Closed Sun. The service and treatment you receive is well worth any extra drive time you may incur.

For more information, log on to www.cellphonerepair.com or call 727-487-1527.

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Choose Gator Cleaning Solutions for Your Floor Care Needs Because A Clean Floor Equals a Healthier Home!

By Julie Kanehl The floors in our homes take a lot of abuse, so when vacuuming and mopping are no longer doing the trick, it’s time to call in the professionals at Gator Cleaning Solutions. Floors can become a breeding ground for dirt, dust, mold and germs. To keep the house clean, the floors need special attention, and that’s why Gator Cleaning Solutions is the popular choice for local residents who want their floors to look and feel like new. Offering residential cleaning services for carpet, tile, grout, hard wood, and even marble and stone, Gator Cleaning Solutions cleans each surface the professional way, making sure that your floors receive a deep clean, while preserving the integrity and quality of your flooring. That’s not all! Gator Cleaning Solutions offers upholstery cleaning, pet stain and odor removal and emergency restoration services.

One local customer said, “I can’t say enough about this company. Fam-

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ily owned and professional employees!

Showed up on time and very knowledgeable and efficient. My carpets looked great afterwards! Highly recommend Gator Cleaning Solutions for your services!”

Chomp that Dirt, Grime & Mold the Gator Cleaning Solutions Way! Located in the Trinity/Odessa area, Gator Cleaning Solutions is owned by local husband and wife team, Marcus and Erin Meyer. Their company has built a reputation for being one of Tampa Bay’s premier commercial and office space cleaning companies. Built on trust, word-ofmouth and high quality service, they recently acquired Trinity Carpet Care with the bonus of bringing on the company’s owner Tom Maloney, who has more than two decades of experience, thousands of loyal customers, and an impeccable reputation. Tom Maloney said, “Our business offers great pricing (we offer specials), and quality of service. Built on referrals

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and repeat business, we take our time and do it right.”

Carpeting remains the popular choice for bedrooms, cozy family rooms, and any part of the house where you want to kick off your shoes after a long day and rest. That said, carpets are a magnet for dirt, dust, and even mold. But when Gator Cleaning Solutions steam cleans your carpeting, not only will your carpets look and feel new again, you will increase the air quality in your home, and lengthen your carpet’s lifespan by approximately 50%.

While some companies are in and out in twenty minutes, leaving your carpet wet for days, the Gator Cleaning Solutions team takes expert care of your flooring. Maloney said, “When we steam clean the carpet, the drying time is four to six hours, and when we are there we wear the plastic booties, we make sure the customer is happy, and we leave a free bottle of spotter the same stuff that we use on tough stains - for our customers to use.” He

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adds, “We also offer a dry method for deep cleaning the carpet, for those customers who prefer it.”

One local resident said, “Gator Cleaning is very professional, friendly and reasonably priced. They took their time and did an amazing job on our carpets. Our playroom carpet looks like new again! I highly recommend Gator Cleaning!”

For homeowners with ceramic tile, the grout is where the germs and stains like to gather. Over time, tile can lose its luster, grout can become dark, and many people make plans to remove it and start fresh. However, removing and replacing ceramic tile and grout is incredibly inconvenient, messy and expensive, when most of the time, all that’s needed is a good, thorough cleaning from Gator Cleaning Solutions. Many homeowners are shocked to see the difference in their tile and grout. Often, the tile and grout look many shades lighter, and customers are relieved that they didn’t spend the thousands to replace.

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tomer care, top-grade residential cleaning methods and equipment, and our 100% satisfaction guarantee, there is only one choice for residential cleaning services – Gator Cleaning Solutions! We strive to make your home look and feel like new again.”

“Gator Cleaning Solutions is Tampa Bay’s Premier Commercial Cleaner” A clean and healthy Gator Cleaning Solutions brings new life to your dingy tile and carpets! work environment is a productive work environment, which is why keepHard wood flooring can start to time, perform a high-quality service, ing the workplace clean is a major look dull over time, but Gator Cleanand stand by their work. Gator Cleanpriority for business owners. If your ing Solutions offers a new technique ing Solutions has a satisfaction guarancompany needs a cleaning service that called Dust-Free Hardwood Floor tee, “After our work is done, your will maintain a professional, impeccaCleaning! This state-of-the-art techhome will look radiant and you will bly clean regular service that you can nology can leave your wood floors feel refreshed. As our valued customer, depend on, look no further than shiny and new without all the dust, your satisfaction always comes first. sand and hassle that came with the old We are committed to providing the ul- Gator Cleaning Solutions. A popular choice in Tampa Bay, Gator Cleaning resurfacing technique. timate customer service and offer a No matter what kind of flooring 100% satisfaction guarantee on all Solutions has provided cleaning servyou have in your home, you can trust services performed. With expert cleanices to Medical Center of Trinity, Preing technicians, an emphasis on cusGator Cleaning Solutions to be on mier Community Health, Imagine

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Charter School, Restore Sleep Centers, Florida Hospital, Plaza Harbor Island and more.

Gator Cleaning Solutions understands that true cleanliness is more than looking tidy; it’s about creating a safe and healthy environment, both at home and at work. What’s more, Gator Cleaning Solutions is customer focused, they will take the time to come up with a service plan that works best for your home or office schedule, budget and cleaning needs. Whether you need daily, nightly, weekly, biweekly or monthly services, the Gator Cleaning Solutions team is ready to meet your needs. And if you call and mention this article in Tampa Bay News & Lifestyles, Gator Cleaning Solutions will give you *20% off your service (*$100 minimum service).

Gator Cleaning Solutions services the entire Tampa Bay Area and is located at 11451 Challenger Avenue in Odessa, Fl. To make an appointment for a free estimate or for more information, please call 727-375-0937 or log on to www.gatorcleaningsolutions.com.

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Relax & Rejuvenate at Crystal Nail & Spa in Palm Harbor

By Julie Kanehl When you truly want to feel pampered, come to Crystal Nail & Spa for a luxurious nail service that will make you feel relaxed, rejuvenated and polished. Offering an impressive menu of services that range from traditional manicures to lavish pedicures, Crystal Nail & Spa is the clear choice.

Conveniently located at 3438 East Lake Road in the East Lake Woodlands Shopping Center, Crystal Nail & Spa is entering its twelfth year. Guests love that the owners, Johnny and Jenny Nguyen have created such a friendly and accommodating salon where everyone speaks English and there’s an absolute dedication to cleanliness and sterilization. Their professional approach to their business coupled with their personable staff creates an environment that is relaxing, familiar and calming.

One local customer said, “I love Crystal Nails! They're clean and very professional. They greet each repeat customer by name. They just renovated the salon and made it even more inviting. I've been a client for 4 years.”

Jenny and Johnny Nguyen and their lovely nail technicians welcome you to experience a little pampering at Crystal Nail & Spa

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Hand Treatments That Sparkle!

Having professionally polished, manicured nails is more than a beauty treatment. Manicures keep your hands looking young, and can help you feel more confident. Traditional manicures are not only extremely affordable, but they are wonderful for your nails, cuticles and include a hand and arm massage!

When you think about all of the things your poor hands go through, a manicure is a must!

For ladies who like to enhance their natural nails, there are

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many options, and each of them have the added benefit of providing a longer-lasting manicure! For flawless nails that last for weeks, Crystal Nail & Spa offers Gel nails, which is the hottest, most popular nail service right now! Gel manicures are strong, gorgeous and the best part is that they are ready to rock without the long dry time! They offer traditional gel nails, shellac, and bio seaweed gel nails, each of which can be easily soaked off when you are ready to change the color.

What’s more, there’s no need to use an electric filing drill. Crystal Nail & Spa also offers full sets in acrylic nails, pink-and-white, and pink-and-white with gel nails.

Owner, Jenny Nguyen says, “Gel nails that soak off are much healthier for your nails.”

Get a Perfect Pedi!

There are so many benefits to a luxurious pedicure treatment, stress relieving and therapeutic, it all begins when you recline in the deluxe spa chair, soak your tired tootsies in the warm water, and wash away your worries as the experienced staff at Crystal Nail & Spa pamper your feet and calves, trim and shape your toenails, and polish your toenails with your

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color of choice.

At Crystal Nail & Spa, they have created a menu of pedicure treatments that would rival a high-end spa, at a fraction of the cost. Offering incredible treatments that start at just $23 with their Hot Stone Spa Pedicure, to pedicures that will change your definition of the term.

Try the Hot Buttered Rum pedicure for a sweet treat with zero calories. This dessert pedi will leave your feet and legs smooth for weeks! After soaking your feet in rum-scented water, they use a hot buttered rum scrub with real Bacardi rum to gently smooth away all of the rough spots!

Between the rum soak and the heavenly cocoa butter massage, you’ll be feeling pretty sweet.

Another popular choice is the Coffee Frappucino Pedicure, which starts with a warm milk bath, made from milk powder and baking soda that both softens and cleanses your feet. Using a coffee scrub to gently massage away rough skin, it’s all topped off with a soothing crème masque.

Other choices include the Mint & Spices Pedicure, the Citrus Pedicure, or the perfect one after a long day on your feet, the Lavender Delight Pedi-

cure, which will ease away stress, relieve tension and help you get to sleep.

They’ve just introduced a brand new spa pedicure called the Soy Candle Massage Pedicure, which uses soy candles and essential oils to make your skin feel like silk. Soy candles are a natural alternative to the popular paraffin wax, but soy candles are environmentally friendly and safer for your skin because they are additive-free and dye free.

After a pedicure treatment at Crystal Nail & Spa, you’ll feel relaxed, rejuvenated and ready to face the world. What are you waiting for? You deserve one, so come by after work, come by with the girls, or bring your hubby or boyfriend, because men are welcome too!

chocolate bath, while she receives an exfoliating chocolate scrub that will make her legs and feet feel silky and smooth. Between the chocolate masque and the heavenly foot massage, you will earn brownie points that you simply can’t earn with a box of chocolates! Want to really make her smile? Make it a date! Guys love pedis too. Once you try it, you’ll be hooked! Gift cards are available!

Treat Your Valentine!

If you really want to show her that you love and appreciate all that she does, a nail treatment at Crystal Nail & Spa is the perfect Valentine’s Day gift! In fact, there’s one pedicure treatment that is the sweetest one to be mentioned yet, and that’s the Chocolate Pedicure!

Give your sweetie the gift of soaking her beautiful feet in a frothy

Crystal Nail & Spa is located in the East Lake Woodlands Shopping Center behind McDonald’s in Boot Ranch at 3438 East Lake Road in Palm Harbor. They are open Monday – Friday, 9:30 a.m.–7 p.m., and from 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m. on Saturday, closed on Sunday. To make an appointment, call 727-773-0842 or simply stop in. Walk-ins are always welcome!

SPECIALS! Jenny says, “We have really wonderful customers!” Adding, “If they mention the article, they can receive $3 off of our new Soy Candle Massage Pedicure, the Hot Stone Massage Pedicure or the Manicure with Shellac Gel Pedicure.”

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Love Your Floppies! Flip Flops that Bring Joy to Your Feet and Toys to Kids at All Children’s Hospital

The designer of “Floppies” is a little girl with a big heart! Michelina, a 10-year-old fourth grade student at Trinity Elementary, is the creative young entrepreneur who isn’t looking for a personal profit. Rather, Michelina designs adorable Flip Flops called Floppies, which are sold to raise money to buy TOYS for kids at All Children's Hospital (ACH) in St. Petersburg.

Michelina was a patient of

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(ACH) for several years and had a surgery in 2014. She was very grateful for the special Barbie doll she received and the kind attention from the nurses and doctors at the hospital. Michelina wanted to give back to kids that may be in the same situation that she was in, where they are scared and nervous. She created her very own style of Flip Flops and 100% of the proceeds goes towards new toys for children staying at All

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Children’s Hospital.

Michelina started selling Floppies in June 2016 attending craft fairs and sharing her story with her community. Her teachers at Trinity Elementary have been very supportive and helped her to spread the word too, and soon Michelina’s kindness began to catch notice. She was invited to speak about her Floppies and her good deeds on ABC Action News, Fox 13 and WFLA’s Daytime Show.

In just six months, Michelina raised $1,000! One hundred percent was used to purchase toys, enabling

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Michelina to buy toys from the hospital wish list and deliver them just in time for the holidays!

Michelina is more excited than ever to continue to give back and says, “Kids helping kids is AWESOME!” Now she has an even bigger goal!

If you’d like to help, you can visit the Floppies Facebook page, facebook.com/lovefloppies or email lovefloppies@yahoo.com (monetary donations or new toys appreciated).

All proceeds are used to purchase toys for the young patients at All Children’s Hospital.

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New School for Exceptional Students Opens in Palm Harbor Esther’s School is a Christianbased school that recently opened in Palm Harbor for both mainstream students and special needs students.

Founded in Pinellas County in 2005

by Esther and Chris Berry, when they struggled to find a good school for their own special needs son, Esther’s School now has twelve schools worldwide, with eight in Florida, and six campuses in Tampa Bay. Locally, the school has expanded to from Pinellas Park and Bradenton to New Port Richey, Hudson, Spring Hill, Kissimmee, and even abroad in Panama.

Utilizing the Accelerated Christian Education (A.C.E.) program along with the state’s K-12 basic education curriculum, Esther’s School meets in East Lake at the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, located at the intersection of East Lake Road and Village Center Drive, next to the Suncoast YMCA. There are many reasons that parents search for a new school, and many times it is that the specific needs of their child isn’t being met, particularly if they require special

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education.

If you are looking for a learning experience that will help your child to feel better about themselves and feel more successful, where the students are polite and responsive, and are allowed to work at their own pace, Esther’s School would love to share more information with you.

Once students have taken the placement test to see where they are at academically, they are taught to take individual responsibility for their learning that includes setting their study goals each day, doing their work, and getting any needed help in an environment where the learning staff to student ratio is a lot smaller than a lot of other learning environments.

The campus and classrooms are very neat and clean, and there are less distractions that a typical public school classroom. And, Esther’s School has its own van.

The goal of Esther’s School is to help each child to grow up and lead a successful, independent life. Parents also appreciate that Esther’s School is Bible-based with a strong emphasis on

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building character including ethics and morals. “Our Accelerated Christian Education® program (A.C.E.) is not just a publisher but a comprehensive Bible-based program that has worked for 10 years. Esther’s School, has been the trendsetter in Biblical educational reform. Our philosophy is based on the Word of God, students are taught

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to see life from God’s point of view, to take responsibility for their own learning, and to walk in Godly wisdom and character.”

For information about Esther’s School, contact the Principal, Dr. Terry Jones, at 727-310-8487 and email is terry@estherschool.net.

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Choose Custom Windows and Doors of Pasco for Excellence in Products, Service & Pricing!

By Kim Thomas One of the easiest, most impressive upgrades you can make to your home is one of the most affordable – a gorgeous front door to welcome you home! If you are looking to upgrade your current windows and doors, or need to replace or repair any type of window, you only need to make one stop – Custom Windows and Doors of Pasco, where you will find an experienced team to help you with virtually every need you could think of when it comes to doors and windows.

Whether you are shopping for exquisite custom doors and windows for an entire home, or looking for a replacement part for an antique window, Custom Windows and Doors has what you are looking for, and if not, the friendly and competent staff is happy to find it and order it. You can’t get this type of service at a big corporate store, and owner Carol Leggiere also keeps her pricing so competitive that big corporate stores can’t compete on

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that either!

“We are the only ones that manufacture custom made mobile home doors – because they are shorter in height, nobody else does it,” says Carole. Something new offered is crown molding and baseboards! “We have phenomenal prices on crown molding and baseboards for contractors and homeowners.”

Carol and her late husband, Bob Leggiere, founded Custom Windows and Doors 26 years ago. The beautiful showroom has occupied the corner of US 19 and Grand Boulevard in Port Richey ever since, becoming a landmark. Leading the company, Carol continues to carry on the mission that she and Bob built their business on: To provide customers with exemplary service in a no-pressure sales environment with knowledgeable staff and skilled installation. Carole has a great team in place including Mark Halliwell, who says, “This company takes true pride in providing excellent service – more than most. And because of

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Custom Windows and Doors of Pasco has a beautiful showroom located at the corner of US 19 and Grand Blvd. in Port Richey that, we have a large referral base.

Our installers have been working with us from 9 to 26 years. The number of years of combined experience and the number of years that much of her

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team has stayed with Carole show the type of company that Custom Windows and Doors is, and the reason customers come back to us.”

Throughout the years, Custom

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Windows and Doors and its owners have earned a stellar reputation for fair pricing, excellent service, and honesty.

This is a business that has served the area for a quarter of a century and they have come across, and then helped to resolve, nearly every problem imaginable when it comes to windows and doors. This is where contractors shop!

Products & Services Contractors in the area have long trusted Custom Windows and Doors to provide a superior product at a fair price, but you don’t have to be a contractor to shop here. Custom Windows and Doors serves those who want installation services as well as doit-yourself customers! The company has doors and windows for every type of building.

Additionally, Custom Windows and Doors sells and installs all types of hurricane protection products, and supplies and manufactures all types of screening, such as garage door screens and hideaway screens. The company offers repair service for all types of screening, as well.

If you are thinking about new windows and doors, the showroom at

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Custom Windows and Doors is the place to start. You’ll find many styles of doors and windows from leading manufacturers such as PGT, Silver Line Windows by Anderson, Jeld-Wen Windows and Doors, Therma-Tru Doors, Plastpro Fiberglass Doors, and Gorell Windows, Vi-Win-Tech nonimpact windows, and many others.

What you see on the showroom floor is just a small sampling of what the company offers, and they are able to work with homeowners whether the budget is small or grand. Custom Windows and Doors pricing on basic windows and doors, both exterior and interior, are better than the same products cost at a corporate store.

Having a hard time visualizing what a new door will look like? Custom Windows and Doors can use a digital photo of your entryway with their computer program to let you virtually try on different doors to see what you like best.

on a very big job and were shorthanded. I needed someone skilled and found Ralphie and sent him out. The customer called and said, ‘Where did you find this guy? He is phenomenal!’

And he really is. His favorite word is integrity and he cares about the integrity of the door because his name is on it.”

Ralphie describes his work style as, “between old-school and contemporary.” He adds, “I learned from old craftsmen – some are gone now – but I have continued to work with new materials such as composites, plastics and fiberglass, which are extremely durable and a big advantage in a climate like Florida.”

If you want a beautifully stained or painted door, Ralphie works handin-hand with Cynthia Sands-Nelson of Chic Impression in St. Pete. Carole says, “The doors she does always look great and she stands behind her work.”

Custom Crafted Doors Raphael Sasso, aka Ralphie, is the master craftsman working behind the scenes at Custom Windows and Doors’ workshop. Carole recalls meeting Ralphie in ’03, “We were working

Hear From Customers Laura M., of Holiday, wrote, “I replaced all of my windows in my house with this company and it's the first company that does exactly what they say they're going to do and on

time! Every one of the employees I encountered from the office to the installers were true professionals and were a delight to work with and I would recommend this company wholeheartedly.”

Jay H. wrote, “I called seven other shops prior without receiving much help, as my order was very small and unique. Lydia was super friendly, determined exactly what I needed and had great communication over phone and email. She even followed up after the sale. I know where to call first next time!”

You’ll find what you need at Custom Windows and Doors of Pasco, but you won’t find a high-pressure sale. Carole says, “We’re affordable.

Our customer service goes above-andbeyond because when people spend good money, I think they need to be happy.”

Custom Windows and Doors of Pasco is located at 7940 US 19 N in Port Richey. The showroom is open Mon. – Fri., 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., and from 9 a.m. – noon on Sat. After hours appointments can be arranged with an appointment.

For more information, please call (727) 841-9490.

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SAT AND ACT IMPROVEMENT: HIGHER SCORES IN SPRING Contributed by Dr. Wayne Adams NEXT EXAM DATES … SAT: March 11th, May 6th, and June 3rd.

ACT: April 8th and June 10th.

A happy little secret about the SAT and ACT Exams is that it is often easier to score higher in the mid-tolate spring because very few seniors are taking those last few exams and they are graded on a curve. In addition, if student(s) achieve the score(s) wanted, they do not have to worry about taking the exam(s) again in the fall.

This is part of the reason that most testing prep books give ranges of around 50 points (SAT) or 2 points (ACT) in converting the raw scores on an exam into an estimated final score.

Score improvement does not necessarily correlate to class level in school … Surprisingly, I have found over the years that there is little difference in the improved scores (number of points higher than baseline) a seventh grader can achieve on these exams and the improvement of a second semester senior. This is because the specifics tested are fairly basic and, if a student really wants to

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improve, then can be reviewed and learned almost entirely from my course. As one example, a seventh grader improved his score over 350 points (math and writing/language core scores) when he had taken no algebra, geometry, or trig and qualified for the Duke TIP program.

The only difference that I see between class levels is that a junior or a senior should have a broader academic foundation to give a better baseline score as a start. The real differentiating factor is how much a student wants to excel and translates this into how much they are willing to work inside and outside of our classes.

Vocabulary is a key … Parents may also be a little stunned to learn that government research consistently shows that there is little difference between the vocabulary of an eighth grader and a senior in high school. I have found that the single best “predictor” of student scores in reading is how well they do on my vocabulary baseline evaluation and class segment that begins with my question, “Has anyone shown you how to have fun and really learn vocabulary?” To date, not one

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student has answered, “Yes. But it can be done, as I proceed to show them in about twenty minutues a skill that will help them for lifetime.

There are several common “reasons” for this, but I think they boil down to “too much texting”, “too little reading”, and not enough focus on longer term memory skills. This is a longer term skill that can be built, and I have multiple resources to help my students who are interrested in working in this area.

Working around AP Exams in May is a unique factor in the spring.

This is simply a matter of scheduling, and usually we do not have an SAT or ACT Prep Class the week before an AP Exam. This is also true during final exams for the semester.

If you would like to talk with me further about your student and my classes, please contact me at 727-2530639 or at wwa0811@mykolab.com.

Dr. Wayne Adams is one of the leading SAT and ACT tutors in the country. His students normally improve 200 – 350 points on the Writing, Reading, and Math, and 4 – 7 points on the ACT composite. They have been admitted to eight of the top

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ten universities in the country, seventeen of the top twenty-five, and many schools in Florida. These schools include Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Columbia, Stanford, U Chicago, Duke, U Penn, Johns Hopkins, Cornell, Notre Dame, Emory, UC Berkley, UCLA, USC, UNC (Chapel Hill), NYU, Northeastern (Boston), Boston College, Georgia Tech, Air Force and Merchant Marine Service Academies, Penn State, LSU, Auburn, UF, U Miami, FSU, USF, UCF, Florida Atlantic, Florida Gulf Coast, FIU, New College of Florida, Stetson, and Julliard – Manhattan New England - and Berkley Conservatories of Music. Many have received academic, athletic, or music scholarships. This year, he also tutored three juniors who scored at the national merit finalist/semi-finalist levels on the most recent PSAT. He is a former Dean of a Graduate School of Business and Full Professor, and began college teaching at the University of Maryland in 1968. He has degrees and advanced studies at Harvard, Yale, Vanderbilt, Columbia International, and Luther Rice.

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It’s About People, Not Lawn Care...Landmark Services Each new year is a time of reflection for most of us. I am certainly one of those people.

I look back at last year and reflect.

I try to learn from my experiences both good and bad. Last December, I found myself with little more time on my hands due to hip surgery that left me in a wheelchair for well over a month. I found out what it was like to be unable to walk during that period of time. That short experience made me see things I used to take for granted. Little things, like the ramps to enter stores and automatic doors.

In a nut shell, it made me appreciate the challenges those who use wheelchairs face on a daily basis. I was amazed at how open they were when you are amongst them. What I found most impressive was their outrageously positive attitude toward life and thier willingness to help me.

Now, fully recovered, I will never forget that experience and how it made me a better person. My time in that chair made me also think a bit out of the box about my Lawn Care

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how many times this happens. It’s more often than not. I think people just get used to replacing So here it is: lawns. You see, dead or sick looking lawns are not the It’s about people, not lawn care. problem. It’s the end result of a problem within the lawn that has It’s about people putting their not been properly diagnosed and trust in us to do the right thing for them. While I think we’ve always been treated.

If this is you, we need to pretty good at doing so, I’ve talk. You should never lose a lawn committed myself to being even better. I think that having lawn care is to the likes of fungus or chinch bugs. a luxury, combined with a necessary If you would like to talk evil. about your lawn and ornamental Let me explain... plants, I can make myself available to you, whether you decide to Most anybody can put down fertilizer. Yippie! Anybody can make a hire Landmark Services or not. I lawn green when things are good. You think you will find our time together interesting and actually pay your lawn care company informative. to prevent problems and to treat problems correctly when they do For A Beautiful Lawn, call occur. That’s when you should find 727-443-0103 value in your lawn care company. or email us at That’s where the rubber meet’s the landmark4you@yahoo.com. road. Most of my business comes from people who’s lawns have been miss diagnosed by others. I can’t tell you business and what it’s really about.

Pat Guy (left), owner & operator

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“Kitchen” Continued from page 1 through a remodel that’s not only beautiful, but an enjoyable and exciting experience from start to finish. In fact, several of Glenn’s designs have been featured in magazines like Architectural Digest, and House Trends Magazine.

Glenn says, “This past year we performed 164 jobs in the area, and all of them are satisfied clients.” He adds, “We have more than 15 years of experience and we put our clients’ needs first.”

Transform Your Space Transforming your space is easy and fun when you work with Authentic Concepts Kitchen & Bath Design.

It all starts with an in-home consultation, where Glenn or one of the other experienced designers (Rebecca Peake, Wendy Hilton, Emily Miller or Rebecca McClelland), meet with you to discuss your desires for the space, to listen to your ideas, and to discuss the styles that you like most. The options are endless, and that’s the beauty of redesigning your kitchen or bathroom – you get to pick it all!

Glenn says, “When we go to the

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house and look at the space, we work with the client to create the color pallets and design ideas. Working within their budget, we create a presentation for them in the showroom where they can touch and feel the different materials, and even see a 20/20 rendering of the entire design, just like on TV.” This program allows clients to truly see what the new design would look like, while putting everyone on the same page.

Glenn adds, “More than changing out cabinets and fixtures for a quick fix, we look at the space with a

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Before (left) and after (right): A beautiful transformation for this bath

designer’s eye, and we help our customers create a space that is more functional while making it beautiful.

Sometimes this means moving plumbing fixtures or adding or taking down a wall. This is the level of work we do, and our customers love the outcome.”

Izadora said, “Elegance and sleekness throughout! Your clean and de-

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tailed work shows you truly care about your clients, your reputation but most importantly, you love what you do; that’s the difference between the best and the rest!”

Love Your Kitchen!

If the kitchen is where your family gathers, it’s no doubt the heart of

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your home. That’s where the conversations happen, the holiday cookies are baked, the lunches are made before school, and dinner is made and served in the evening. It’s where good friends come together for a cup of coffee, and statistically, it’s the room that represents “home” in our memories and in our hearts.

If this room does all of this and more, why not create the kitchen of your dreams? Whether the style could use an update in cabinetry or countertops, you could really benefit from more storage, or you’d like to turn your alley kitchen into an open concept kitchen, it’s all do-able with Authentic Concepts.

Offering brand names that are known for their quality and craftsmanship like DuraSupreme Cabinetry and Executive Cabinetry, you can rest assured that your new kitchen will endure to provide a lifetime of memory making for your family.

Pat Johnson said, “We are having so much fun working with Glenn, picking out the right granite for counters and flooring. He is so friendly, professional and has been so helpful.

He is overseeing every part of the job, is quick to respond to any questions and gives us advice.”

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Your Bathroom, Your Oasis!

There’s nothing like coming home from a long day and slipping into the master bath suite for a long soak in the garden tub, or a relaxing shower equipped with massaging shower heads surrounded by a peaceful and serene design that incorporates clean lines and dramatic lighting.

Imagine a spacious bathroom with enough counter space to easily accommodate your morning routine and enough storage to keep everything in its place. No, this isn’t a fantasy – this is your new master bath by Authentic Concepts Kitchen & Bath Design!

Glenn says, “More and more people are investing in their bathrooms, and turning them into an oasis with a spa-like feel.”

When you think about it, the master bathroom is where we start and end our day, so it makes sense to create a space that is not only functional for busy mornings, but a peaceful place to wash away the day when it’s all said and done. From creating a new look with tile, fixtures and cabinetry to completely remodeling the structure of the bathroom, Glenn and his team can work with you to create the tranquil master bathroom you’ve been fantasizing about.

Lisa said, “I decided to work with

Authentic Concepts for my third bathroom remodel, and I couldn’t be happier. In the past three years I have had my kitchen and two other bathrooms remodeled by other companies. I wish I had started with Authentic Concepts from the beginning of my remodeling projects.”

Professional, experienced and talented, the team at Authentic Concepts Kitchen & Bath Design can help transform your house into the home of your dreams and the envy of your neighborhood, and you won’t even have to go through the trouble of moving.

Authentic Concepts Kitchen & Bath Design (Florida Contractor License #C-11019) is located at 3265 Tampa Rd. at the Shoppes at Clover Place in Palm Harbor. Showroom hours are Mon.–Fri., 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. and 10 a.m.–2 p.m. on Sat. Closed Sun. After hour appointments available upon request.

For more information, log on to AuthenticConceptsDesign.com and follow Authentic Concepts Kitchen & Bath on Facebook and Twitter for news and updates.

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By Shaun Bryant

SANDRA CEBALLOS, SRES, SENIOR AMBASSADOR, FUTURE HOMES REALTOR

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Silver Roots is a Senior Transitioning Company that specializes in downsizing, rightsizing and relocating seniors. Silver Roots has planted itself deep within the Florida Community and has branched out from Pinellas County through Central Florida. Silver Roots is pleased to provide multiple services transitioning seniors into Independent, Assisted, and “Aging in Place” spaces.

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Workshops specializing in how to have conversations leading to the transition, and the importance of downsizing are just a few of services that show how much they go above and beyond for their customer.

Silver Roots Founder and CEO Sandra Ceballos has planted her seed in her business established in 2014. Sandra has continually watched Silver Roots Grow with the company’s #1 intention being “Seniors Quality of Life.”

Sandra’s knowledge, involvement, respect, and understanding of the senior community are the catalyst to being an Industry Leader.

Silver Roots has relocated over hundreds of seniors in 2016 and is expanding its territories in the Florida area. Silver Roots senior transitioning experts will help you plan,

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create, and finalize your new chapter of life without ever having to lift a finger. In early 2016 Silver Roots CEO Sandra Ceballos extended the company’s commitment, pledge and promise to the senior community and added Team Silver Roots Realty, in order to fulfill her commitment of being with you every step of the way.

Silver Roots 2017 plans include extending their services to Veterans and Active Duty, helping them and their families relocate or downsize at a very manageable price.

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“FHNP” Continued from page 1 drew Williams, who has 25 years of experience in the healthcare industry.

Moving to the area from Napa Valley, CA, where she served as Regional Vice President of Behavioral Medicine and Population Health for the Northern California region of Adventist Health, Williams also oversaw population health services and initiative programs across the Northern California region of Adventist Health. She has held other positions within Adventist Health including Vice President of Business Development and Marketing, Vice President of Operations and Planning, where she led the growth of Orthopedics, Cardiac Services and Cancer Center Services.

With a passion for community health services, Williams is encouraged to see that the programs already put in place by Florida Hospital North Pinellas are so well attended, such as the popular “Girl Talk” event attended by approximately 1200 in 2016. Shortly after accepting her position here, Williams said she kept hearing about Girl Talk and that it was an event not to miss. “It was such a great event,

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and the people of this community are so warm and welcoming.”

Williams is excited about her future with Florida Hospital North Pinellas and says she will focus on developing an even stronger relationship between the hospital and its community, while continuing the hospital’s ongoing commitment to provide the best possible experience and medical care to patients.

Williams’ warmth and enthusiasm for community enrichment are the real deal. “That’s who I am! You don’t often find a career that is such a perfect fit, and that’s what this is,” said Williams. “I’ve built destination health programs and there is so much good and so many great things to build on here at Florida Hospital North Pinellas.”

Since opening its doors, Florida Hospital North Pinellas has focused on becoming the community’s first choice in times of need. Whether you need an ER, are seeking cancer treatment, or you are looking for guidance on ways to live healthier, the Florida Hospital North Pinellas is a whole new hospital in terms of funding, research, technology, staff, physicians and outreach. Williams

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wants to help keep up the hospital’s momentum to earn even more future awards and gain greater recognition so that more people outside the community know about the great things happening at Florida Hospital North Pinellas. “I want people to travel to come here because it is the best place for them with the best healing environment and the best possible staff. We have a great culture here. People love what they do and we really emphasize hiring people to work here who love helping people.”

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The Skill to Heal. The Spirit to Care.

Florida Hospital’s mission was born of faith, and reaches out to everyone in a spirit of caring, healing and educating. The hospital’s motto – The Skill to Heal. The Spirit to Care.

– is backed by action and evidenced by awards. In addition to earning its seventh consecutive A grade from the Leapfrog Group, Florida Hospital North Pinellas has earned HIMSS Analytics’ Stage 7 Award, which represents attainment of the highest level

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The 2016 Girl Talk event, which focuses on women’s health, was very well attended with more than 1200 guests on the Electronic Medical Record Adoption Model (EMRAM), which is used to track EMR progress at hospitals and health systems.

Some of the community outreach programs that have been very popular include Girl Talk, the annual Women’s Health Event, and fun clinics that focus on men’s health such as Men’s Only Morning. Florida Hospital is the Exclusive Hospital of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Official Health

and Wellness Partner of the Tampa Bay Lightning! Through their Healthy Happenings program, which provides educational seminars and screenings for free or for a discounted rate, Florida Hospital’s goal is to be a health partner to community members. They do this by partnering with local companies and businesses that are willing to share their time and their resources. Activities include informational seminars on a wide variety

of topics from insomnia to nutrition, blood pressure screenings, flu shots, support groups, childbirth classes, blood drives and even free personal training opportunities, just to name a few.

Late 2016, Florida Hospital North Pinellas expanded its footprint in the community by opening its Palm Harbor Emergency Room, which offers 24/7 adult and pediatric emergency care. The full service ER offers the same level of critical care that is offered at the hospital and has 24 beds and overnight observation care with board certified emergency physicians onsite, imaging services including xray, ultrasound, CT scan, and laboratory and pharmacy services, as well as ambulance transport.

This January, the hospital opened a sports medicine clinic in the Trinity area, and later this year there are plans to begin renovation on the Emergency Room at Florida Hospital North Pinellas – a 15 million dollar investment that will provide private patient rooms and the latest technology.

Under the umbrella of Adventist Health System (AHS), Florida Hospital North Pinellas is part of the largest, not-for-profit, Protestant health care provider in the nation. It is an Ac-

credited Chest Pain Center and a Primary Stroke Center. The staff and physicians are there for you to help you, whether you are bringing new life into the world as a new mother, or whether you are looking for the best care possible in managing a disease, or need life-saving surgery – you can count on Florida Hospital North Pinellas.

Florida Hospital North Pinellas is located at 1395 S. Pinellas Avenue in Tarpon Springs. For more information, visit www.fhnorthpinellas.com, or call the main number at (727) 942-5000.

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East Lake Woodlands 2017 Drive for a Cure We’re barely into the new year, and planning is moving forward at “warp” speed for the East Lake Woodlands “Drive for a Cure” Golf outing. This annual event will take place on Friday, February 24, 2017 at the East Lake Woodlands Country Club. Arrival and registration begins at 10:00 AM with an 11:30 AM shotgun start. There will be flights for women, men and mixed foursomes.

Dinner, along with the **Chinese, silent and live auctions will follow play. The cost is $100.00 (if paid before February 13, 2017; $115.00 if paid after February 13, 2017) and it covers golf, cart, range, snacks, dinner and a contribution to our charities.

The cost for dinner only is $45.00, which includes a contribution to our charities.

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Since 2007 the Drive has raised over $200,000 for the organizations we support.

This year our goal is to reach $250,000 to support those dealing with breast cancer. new cases among men in the U.S. resulting in 440 deaths.

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all. Both recipients are designated as 501(c) 3 organizations.

Since 2007 the Drive has raised over $200,000 for the organizations we support. This year our goal is to reach $250,000 to support those dealing with breast cancer.

Participation and sponsorship is very important to this effort, and there are many opportunities available to help us meet this goal. Come play with us on our beautiful, top-quality golf courses; you’ll have a wonderful time and you will be instrumental in supporting this very worthwhile goal. **We encourage players to bring return address labels for the Chinese Auction tickets; this will make it faster for you and easier for us to distribute the items.

For more complete information about the event, registration, sponsorship and donations, please visit our website at: www.elwdriveforacure.com and “Like” our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/elwdriveforacu re.com . We’ll see you on February 24th!

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