Vol. 17, Issue 12, December 2021
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Dr. Kerr Thanks Patients for Transitioning Through 2021 By Deborah Bostock-Kelley When Dr. Kerr came on the scene over a decade ago with a natural bioidentical hormonal way to rejuvenate the body, other doctors did not have faith in this proverbial “fountain of youth.” Fifteen years and hundreds of client success stories later, many of those doctors are now firm believers… and patients. Dr. Kerr, founder of
Dr. Bartley Kerr National Rejuvenation Centers and best-selling
author of the book, “Rejuvenation: Live Healthier, stronger and happier through Nutrition, Hormone Optimization, Exercise and More,” helps his patients, typically 40+ men and women, become the best version of themselves through bio-identical hormone optimization, targeted diet and nutrition, and personalized exercise protocols. Based on the latest and
BergHOFF: Welcome to a world of AFFORDABLE QUALITY AND DESIGN!
“I believe in providing design, functionality and quality at an affordable price for all.” President Raf Vanthoor, Belgium. In 1994, BergHOFF entered the USA market with a single cookware set. Now 27 years later, we offer an extensive range of beautifully designed kitchenware in over 60 countries. Our international See BergHOFF on page 10
most respected medical research, studies, and techniques, these proven, state-of-the-art methods give patients energy, mood elevation, and improved health to become the best version of themselves. Because decreased hormones such as testosterone, progesterone, thyroid, and others may cause sluggishness, weight gain, depression, and loss See NRC on page 26
INSIDE THIS ISSUE From the Editor........................5 Tech Talk with Bob....................8 SAT and ACT Improvement....14 Athletes of the Month........16-17 Culunary Arts.....................18-19 Outstanding Senior............20-21 SWAG Marketing...............22-23 Drive for a Cure..................28-29 Classifieds................................30
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Shop Local This Holiday Season Holiday Shopping is in full swing, and while online purchases continue to thrive, Tampa Bay streets are getting packaged again, with more people visiting stores and shopping face to face than last year. Even though COVID19 is not entirely behind us, and in certain parts of the world, the numbers continue to rise, Tampa natives, tourists, and snowbirds alike seem to be ready to be out and about and celebrate big this holiday season. During the pandemic, online shopping became the norm. I cannot deny it was fast, convenient, and safe, but was it more affordable, and enjoyable? Not necessarily. Online shopping doesn’t always mean better price or better quality, so beware. I have never been a big fan of online shopping, and I usually end up returning most items. Don’t you miss interacting with real people? Touching things and trying them on to make sure you like them? But mainly, having someone offer their assistance in helping you find that unique gift for that special person? I enjoy being out socializing, and especially during the Holidays. You can feel magic in the air! The whole month of December is full of extraordinary, family-friendly events for you to enjoy. Many stores bring out their holiday merchandise and offer fantastic deals. Most local parks are beautifully decorated with lights and
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festive motives. Markets and arts and craft festivals with amazing vendors and blocks full of locally hand-made products will blow your mind! At Tampa Bay News and Lifestyles, we’re all about supporting local! And this month (and always), I encourage you to visit locallyowned shops, where you can find incredibly unique gifts for your loved ones while supporting your own neighbors, friends, and your community members. Multiple Tampa Bay News and Lifestyles advertisers are already offering fabulous deals and spectacular Holiday specials that will last throughout the rest of the year. Whether you’re shopping for clothes, jewelry, wine and spirits, beauty and personal care, sporting equipment or outdoor living, cooking ware, restaurant gift cards, or even a brand new home, you can find your perfect gift right in your neighborhood! Please browse through this and our other digital issues online, and find your perfect gift today! I wish you the best of the season. A healthy and happy holiday and a chance to reflect, recharge and reconnect with your loved ones. Remember always how blessed you are and all the reasons you have to feel thankful for and to celebrate. Until next year, see you in 2022!
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Tech Talk with Bob: Shop Safely Online
idea for the upcoming holidays? Buy one Cybersecurity Scan and GET ONE FREE. Yes, I will scan two computers for the price of one! You can give both scans away to two friends, or you can get your computer scanned and give a friend the gift of a FREE scan. One certificate is only $100 and good through December 2022. But you will get two Cybersecurity Scan Certificates when you purchase one between now and the end of December 2021. We can easily accommodate your phone order and we accept all major credit cards. Call 727534-4000 to place your order right now. We Keep You Safer In Your Digital World! To my Clients and Readers… A Big THANK YOU. I cherish your loyalty, continued support, and the many friendships made throughout the years. Please take time to be grateful for what you have and treasure your time with family and friends. My wonderfully supportive family and incredible staff wish you and your loved ones Happy Holidays and a Healthy, Safe, and Secure New Year!
As the holidays quickly approach, I am scrambling to complete my shopping in time. I find I am doing most of my holiday shopping online this year, and you may too. As holiday euphoria sets in, we want to be sure that we do not drop our guard when shopping online. Here’s a few tips to help improve your safety posture when it comes to giving others access to your money. First and foremost, do not use your computer for any financial transactions if you are not certain that your computer itself is functioning 100% free of any viruses, spyware, keyloggers, Trojans or any other dangerous software. If you question the integrity of your computer’s safety, you need to have it inspected by a certified professional. You have access to my professional analysts and technicians who thoroughly inspect and scrutinize your system for threats, so you can be sure you are ready for a safer online shopping experience. Second, make sure your computer is using robust anti-malware software solutions to protect you. Be sure you always keep that software up to date too. Third, be certain
you also keep your computer’s operating system up to date with all its latest tweaks and security patches. Any security breach discovered in your operating system can leave you exceptionally vulnerable to attackers. Fourth, not only does your computer need to be safe, the network it connects to must also be safe. Only shop online when you are connected to a network you trust. That means use your private home network not some public wi-fi hotspot at a park, restaurant, hotel, waiting room, etc. Any information that you type into any website can be seen and even collected by the owner of the hotspot; or even worse, a malicious attacker who has hacked and taken control of the hotspot. Online shopping from your private home network is a much safer bet than using any public hotspot. Fifth, use credit cards instead of debit
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cards for your online purchases. Banks these days are pretty good about protecting their card users against fraud. However, if you should have an issue with a transaction, you’ll have less of a headache if you use your credit card instead of your debit card. Sixth, vet your vendors. Don’t just buy from any website. It is easy for criminals to set up websites. You may stumble onto some sketchy sites while you shop. Be discriminating when it comes to the websites you choose to enter your credit card number into. If your gut doesn’t feel right as you type in your card number… STOP! Only buy from online vendors you are comfortable with. Cyber criminals will exploit the easy victims and unprotected systems. Protecting yourself online is your responsibility, but you don’t have to do it all by yourself. I’m here to help you. If you are not sure your system is safe, you need to have me look at it. Call 727534-4000 right now. We’ve been helping folks restore their peace of mind, and sanity, with their technology for decades. Want a money-saving offer or unique gift
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BergHOFF
story continued from page 1 brand is directed by the BergHOFF headquarters in Belgium. Distributed on 6 continents, BergHOFF is the brand that brings innovation to every kitchen. From the starter cook to the seasoned chef for a limited or a broader budget, BergHOFF offers a wide range of products. In 2006, Owners Raymond and Deborah Van Den Langenbergh moved to Odessa/Trinity area to house their North American headquarters. Their new location was designed to be the distribution point for all BergHOFF products that went to stores in North America, South America, Mexico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. In 2006, Ray and Deborah wanted to create a showroom where they could meet with the companies that bought and sold BergHOFF products. However, as they did so, they were surprised to find local residence knocking on the door asking if they could come in and buy BergHOFF products directly. While this had never been done before, on November 26, 2006 they opened the doors and welcomed our first customers. Over 8,000 customers have enjoyed the opportunity to purchase some of the best culinary products, at a buy direct price. BergHOFF sells cookware, knives, portable induction cooktops, porcelain, flatware, cook’s tools, ovenware & bakeware, outdoor Kamado Grills, Tabletop BBQ & accessories. Made of only the finest materials, BergHOFF spends a lot of time creating energy efficient, as our cookware is induction ready, long lasting products. BergHOFF store is a fantastic place to shop and save, whether you are looking for a knife set, some pots & pans or perhaps the perfect gift for
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the chef in your life. One of the most important features of the store is the ability for customers to look, touch and feel the products and we believe in customer service. We are here to help you choose the right products to match your needs, per the store manager, Candace Powers. It is the spirit of all things culinary that touts BergHOFF’s international acclaim and numerous design awards. Over the years BergHOFF has won close to 100 of the most prestigious design awards. ( will send you the logos of the awards and you can place them here.) BergHOFF is a proud sponsor of JCAA, Jacobson Culinary Arts Academy at Tarpon Springs High School. New is our Liquidation Center, opened a year ago, offering our Outdoor Products, Grills, BBQ Accessories and many more products we have promoted thru the years at awesome prices, such as Exercise Machines, popular at physio-therapy locations, Designer Ladies Handbags, Jewelry and much more. Stop in, look twice, never miss out on Great Deals
located in the same building just a different entrance. Buy Smart…Buy Quality at Great Prices. BergHOFF is located at: 11063 SR 54 (between Little Road & Gunn Hwy in Odessa) just minutes from East Lake. BergHOFF is open to the public Tuesday-Saturday 10am to 5pm, closed Sundays and Mondays and Holidays.
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For more information email us at store@berghoffusa. com or contact us for the store at 727 853 3373. For Liquidation, call 727 853 3371.
If you are not able to visit our Store & Liquidation Center go can go to shopberghoff.com. We look forward to meeting you soon.
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SAT AND ACT IMPROVEMENT: GETTING READY
By Dr. Wayne Adams As we move into December, all SAT and ACT Exams have been completed for fall, all of us are so happy we live in Florida during the winter … and we are getting ready for life after Christmas holidays! SENIORS are finalizing applications, wondering what happens next, and many are starting to work on bringing up their exam scores to qualify for the 75% Bright Futures Scholarship (about $18,000) or the 100% Bright Futures Scholarship (about $25,000). Many schools such as FSU, USF, and UCF, use “rolling admissions”, meaning you can apply and send your applications in the spring for consideration for the next fall freshman class. This is also true for many schools outside of Florida. For these SENIORS, I can help with a full prep course, or selected “skill strenghening” classes such as in math, the verbal sections, or (for the ACT) science. A current student working on SAT math told me at the end
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of our first class, “I am really surprised there are so many tricks to solve problems much faster and get them right!” Yes, there really are! For JUNIORS preparing further ahead usually like to work with the full prep course, and many opt to prepare for both the SAT and the ACT with me. My students will usually score 15 percentiles higher one one exam or the other, but it is hard to know which until they have prepared for both. For SOPHOMORES, you would be surprised at how many calls I receive about starting early to be ready for the next PSAT. Often these students are aiming for “Top 25” schools, and for UF (now ranked #5 in the country for public universities according to US News and World Report). Some are also aiming for National Merit Scholarships, which bring additional scholarship funding plus schools love to have this level of student to enhance the school’s reputation. The next two exams are the ACT on Saturday, February
12, and the SAT on Saturday, March 5. SAT PREP USUALLY STARTS in early January with once a week classes, and if we start in early February with twice a week. ACT PREP USUALLY STARTS in late December or early January with twice a week classes. MY COMBINATION ACT AND SAT CLASSES also usually start in late December or early January with twice a week classes. In closing, I would like to share several surprise emails I received from my students and their parents. RECENTLY RECEIVED FROM PARENTS AND STUDENTS “When our daughter came home after your first class, she was so excited about all she learned. This is highpraise from her.” “Your helping with my reading and grammar really made the difference. Now I am well within the SAT range for admission to my dream school.” “Thank you so much for the four books/guides you sent us. I had no idea you could negotiate with colleges and reduce their costs so much. Your Negotiating with Colleges was eye-opening.” “Dr. Adams, we have just finished your course and I wanted to thank you for all you have done. Our student greatlly improved SAT scores. Plus you helped with so many life-lessons, insights into future career possibilities,
and how to get a really good start in college. You are more than a tutor, you are a great community asset.” If You Would Like To Talk More About Your Student … Please contact me at 727-2530639 or send me an e mail at wwa0811@mykolab.com. Dr. Wayne Adams is one of the leading SAT and ACT tutors in the country. His students normally improve 200+ points on the Writing, Reading, and Math, and 4 – 7 points on the ACT composite. They have been admitted to 9 of the top 10 universities in the country, 18 of the top 25, 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, Naval - Air Force - 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. Three of his students have qualified as national merit finalists on the 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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Stepping up to the Tee: Gregg Schindler Female Athlete of the Month, Lindsey Kerr discusses her place on the J.W. Mitchell High golf team throughout the season. By Ashley Hoskins
year’s season. Kerr also puts time aside, including
After picking up her first
offseason golf while
club about six years ago,
participating in private
Lindsey Kerr now strives for
lessons and tournaments
success as she often looks
year-round to push herself
up to the upperclassmen
and focus on furthering her
while remaining number
training.
one on the team. As a
“During the off
member of the varsity girls’
season I’m going to enter
golf team, creating endless
some golf tours such
bonds and memories with
as Hurricane, which are
her fellow teammates
national and international
remains very important to
competitions, PGA junior
Kerr, as it is something that
league, and Florida State
she values.
Golf Association, which has
“Everyone is so close. We all have such a great bond, and everyone works
great athletes to play,” Kerr said. Throughout her golf
together to make every
career, Kerr gained support
player feel welcome.
from her family, specifically
When I first came onto the
her father. She considers
team everyone made me
him her number one
feel like I knew them my
supporter.
whole life. Usually, we like
“My dad has always
to go out and have team
been there for me no
bonding dinners. I always
matter what. Usually, we go
love meeting everyone after
out to the course together
school and hanging out
and play or even hit some
together as a team,” Kerr
balls on the range. Having
said.
somebody to strongly
Practicing about 17
encourage me has allowed
hours a week, Kerr spends
me to do my absolute best
countless days challenging
and helped me remain
herself to continuously
positive throughout the
develop new skills while
game,” Kerr said.
working to prepare for next
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Coach Gary Hoskins
Photo by Breanna Mahan Caption: Chipping her ball onto the green, Lindsey Kerr (‘24) practiced with her teammates on Sept. 23. chose Kerr as the Athlete
for the second year in a
of the Month due to
row,” Hoskins said.
her commitment to the
After making it to
team and outstanding
regionals for the first time
performance on the course.
in three years, Kerr plans
“Lindsey has been
on devoting her time for
a consistent leader
golf as she hopes to make
throughout the season and
it to states for next year’s
has excelled in every aspect
season. In the near future,
of her golf game, while
she wants to attend a
having the lowest scoring
four-year university while
average. She also qualified
furthering her athletic
for the region tournament
ability as a collegiate golfer.
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Avid athlete Alexander Noti excelled in golf since his youth, leading to his selection as the Gregg Schindler Male Athlete of the Month for December. By Sofia Chianella Playing nine holes a day, seven days a week, for 11 weeks since the season started allowed J.W. Mitchell High sophomore Alexander Noti to complete roughly 700 holes of golf since the start of the 2021 school year season. With this type of commitment to the sport since the age of four, Noti frequently participates in golf tournaments, starting when he was eleven years old. Inspired by his father’s college career in golf, Noti has learned a great deal about the sport from his dad’s previous experiences. However, his father is not the only person that has been a role model. “My coach, Coach [Jeffery] Leavey, gotta give him the shout out, because he’s a really good dude. He helps us get things done, get onto the golf course, [and] he brings us food and stuff. He’s just a good dude,” Noti said. The feeling is mutual between the two golfers, as Leavey, a coach of 47 years, sees the talent and hard work that is achieved
Photo by Grace Tomlin Caption: At practice on Oct. 4, Alexander Noti watches his ball as it takes flight towards the hole. the week, so we became
I kind of want to get a
pretty good friends. We’ve
scholarship. I just want to
all-around athlete. He plays
come a long way this
play for free,” Noti said.
hockey, tennis, runs, and
season. Not where we
golfs at a high level. He
directly wanted to be, but
understanding of the
understands the process
we went pretty far,” Noti
technical aspects of a golf
of improving everything he
said.
swing, Leavey feels that
by Noti. “Alex is an outstanding
does every day,” Leavey said.
In order to mentally
Up until high school,
succeed in the sport, Noti
Through his
Noti has been able to help his teammates improve. “Alex is a player-coach,
Noti admits to not feeling
looks at every shot one at a
like he was a great golf
time, staying focused, which
in that he helps everyone he
player. The support of his
gives him the opportunity to
is around to improve. He
teammates and taking the
come back even if he fails.
understands the technical
initiative to practice with the
“I really want to play
parts of a golf swing,” Leavey said.
team every day, increasing
college golf. The PGA Tour,
his golf average to the 20th
which is the Pros, does
in the state of Florida for
not have many spots on
Alexander Noti for his
sophomores.
the tour, and you have to
selection as the Gregg
be really good. I’m fine if
Schindler Male Athlete of
I don’t make it there, but
the Month.
“We’re great. We went out almost every day during
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Congratulations to
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JACOBSON CULINARY ARTS ACADEMY AT TARPON SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL In the state-of-theart kitchens students receive career-oriented instruction in both classical and modern culinary arts with an emphasis on the skills needed to succeed in the Hospitality Industry. The Chefs and student of JCAA are proud to have BergHOFF as a sponsor of our program and the student tested recipe of the month. To learn more about our program please go to www.jcaachefs.com Merry Holiday to All! Individual Sugared Plum Tarts with Cornmeal Crust • 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
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• ¼ up fine cornmeal • 1 tablespoon natural cane sugar • ½ teaspoon coarse salt • 1 stick (1/2 cup) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces • 1 large egg yolk • 2 to 4 tablespoons ice water • ¼ cup natural cane sugar • 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped • 2 tablespoons cornstarch • 1 ¼ pounds small plums, pitted and sliced into ½-inch wedges • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter cut into pieces • 1 large egg lightly beaten with 1 teaspoon water • Raw sugar, such as
turbinado, for sprinkling In a food processor, combine flour, cornmeal, cane sugar, and salt. Add
butter and pulse just until mixture resembles coarse meal. In a bowl, lightly beat egg yolk; add 2 tablespoons ice water.
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With machine running, add egg yolk mixture in a slow, steady stream. Pulse until dough just holds together; add up to 2 tablespoons more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if necessary. Gather dough into a ball and flatten into a disk. Wrap in plastic. Refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to overnight. In a bowl, stir together cane sugar and vanilla seeds; stir in cornstarch. Add plums and toss until coated. On lightly floured parchment, roll out dough to 1/8-inch-thick, cut out 5 or 6 circles with a 4-inch round cookie cutter. Transfer dough and parchment to a baking sheet. Arrange plums in center of dough,
leaving a 1-inch border. Fold border over filling, overlapping slightly and pressing to adhere folds. Dot butter over filling. Refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Brush edges of dough with egg wash and sprinkle with raw sugar. Bake, rotating sheet halfway through, until crust is golden brown, and juices are bubbling, 45 minutes. Transfer baking sheet to a wire rack and let galette cool. Serve warm or at room temperature with a sprinkle of powdered sugar and freshly whipped cream.
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From a Cadet to a Champion: Senior Alyssa Howry takes command in NJROTC and girls weightlifting By Emma Diehl December’s Gregg Schindler Club Member of the Month is Alyssa Howry, a senior at J.W. Mitchell High School who leads her peers in both the Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps and the girls weightlifting team. Howry joined the NJROTC program at Mitchell as a freshman, looking to explore her interest in the military. “I decided to join ROTC because I wanted to go into the military when I was growing up, and I thought it was a great way to serve my community, as well as my own interests” Howry said. After spending most of her high school career in the NJROTC program, Howry has become one of the staff members, helping to lead her peers in the program. “I am Command Master Chief, so I basically connect the entirety of our cadets to our staff,
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meaning that if they have a problem, they come to me. If they need anything, they come to me first,” Howry said. After high school, Howry plans to continue pursuing her military career at the United States Coast Guard Academy. “I want to go to the Coast Guard Academy, and become an officer in the United States Coast Guard. I like their humanitarian missions, and their beliefs,” Howry said. In addition to her time with NJROTC, and a schedule that includes two Advanced Placement and two dual enrollment courses, Howry holds the position of team captain on the girls weightlifting team, and is a member of Interact club. Athletics inside and outside of NJROTC bring out Howry’s competitive nature. “Field meets and athletic competitions [are my favorite things]. [I like] field meets because it
Photo by Emma Diehl Caption: Alyssa Howry stands in front of her NJROTC class in front of an American flag on inspection day. is very competitive and I’m a very competitive person. [I like] athletics because I am good at it and I can win,” Howry said. Besides her family,
one of Howry’s biggest influences is Ms. Stephanie Martanovic (FAC). “Mrs. Martanovic has been such a big help in everything that I have
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done. She is our teacher sponsor for Interact, so I see her all the time, and she is wonderful,” Howry said. Ms. Martanovic had Howry in class when she took AP World History her sophomore year, and is now her adviser for the Interact Club. Commenting on Howry’s dedication to academics and serving her community, Ms. Martanovic had a message for Howry for the future. “Alyssa, I respect your integrity, maturity, and passion for service so much. I hope that you continue to always follow your heart and that you hold on to your integrity and self-confidence no
matter what challenges you face. I know that you have all the capabilities and ambition to achieve your goals, so remain focused and continue to be amazing,” Martanovic said. Congratulations to Alyssa Howry on her selection as the Gregg Schindler Club Member of the Month for December.
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Who Doesn’t Love a Party? The Swag Party Rental Story! By Tom Bostock When the popular singing group, Rare Earth, recorded the lyrics, “I just want to celebrate another day of living,” it could have been an anthem for the times we live in. With the specter of the post Covid–19 pandemic scare finally receding in our lives, people all over the Tampa Bay area are tossing away the anonymity of their face masks and once again getting together to celebrate and relax in each other’s company. It is finally time to enjoy our return to normalcy. Let’s party! Preparing for a party gives you two options: wasting gallons of ever more expensive gasoline, visiting the local big box stores, wandering up and down countless aisles trying
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to find that last item you need to make your party a success. Most times, that frustration only increases when you learn they either don’t stock the item, or it isn’t available for rental. The second and a much better, less tension filled alternative is Swag Party Rentals. When the owner, Lindsay Williams, wanted to throw a party this Summer in August, it surprised her that most everything she needed wasn’t locally available for rental. As a logical extension of her already successful Internet presence with Swag Marketing, a family run company, Swag Party Rentals, was born to meet that need for the entire community. “We save you time and make your life easier,”
Lindsay said enthusiastically. “We are local, reliable, and affordable,” she said, “firmly rooted in our community. Now that it is becoming safer and safer to have parties,” Lindsay noted, “people are starting to have parties again.” Swag Party Rentals caters
to small to midsize groups, and family gatherings, offering a variety of products, services, and entertainment options, suitable for every age group. With the corn hole craze sweeping the country, Lindsay offers the game and a popular version of step golf
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as just a few of their many backyard enjoyment choices to make your party a success. There is always something for everyone. Need a dance floor, or tables and chairs for several dozen people? No problem. Swag Party Rentals can do it all. Leave it up to Swag Party Rentals, your one stop party shop. One of their more
popular attractions is the photo booth. JB, Lindsay’s son, is the techie photo booth expert. He helps you capture memories to last a lifetime. The background of the customizable strips of colored photos can be designed to cater to any theme. “It is a lot of fun,” she says. “Customers really enjoy it.” A QR code is also available. Taking a picture
of it digitally captures the photograph strips on your cell phone. If you don’t have the time to decorate or set up your tables and chairs for the party, again, that isn’t a problem. Let Swag Party Rentals be your party planning professional. Shouldn’t you just be enjoying your party instead of worrying about the details? They can do it all! Lindsay noted sometimes a customer isn’t certain exactly what they want for their party. As a party planning professional, she shares her expertise with her clients, ensuring the perfect party with minimal delay. She noted if someone needs something for their party and she doesn’t have it, if practical, she will investigate and invest in it in time for your party. There are several ways to reach Swag Party Rentals for all your party rental needs. They are as close as your telephone. Call Lindsay at 813 240 5474 today for a memorable party tomorrow. A helpful staff member is always ready to help you. As Lindsay promises on her Facebook site, “At SWAG Party Rentals, we will create
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an experience to remember at your celebration.” Visit their website, www. swagpartyrentals.com or their Facebook website for ideas to make your party the hit of the season. The pictures walk you through a few of their many ‘can’t miss’ party rental items. Do you have any of these party questions? “Can you recommend something for me?” “How much do your products cost?” “What’s popular right now?” Relax. SWAG Party Rentals has all the answers! Now, get out there, and enjoy your party!
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story continued from page 1 of libido, hormone optimization can reverse these issues. “We really get into what is right for them and what they are trying to achieve. Ultimately, they look better, they feel better, and they are healthier.” As Covid-19 continued to flourish in 2021, Dr. Kerr was unsure how his practice would survive. Many clients flew in from out of town, and the pandemic halted those visits. But telemedicine opened up by the government for emergency use changed everything. “That was a godsend as we could see many people virtually around the country, but it didn’t last.” When Covid regulations were lifted, new patients could no longer set the first appointment via telemedicine. “We had to turn people away from out of state or far away when they changed the laws nationally if they were unable to travel to the office for their initial consult.” Luckily, the practice survived and thrived, solely through the support of his established and local patients who stuck by him during this uncertain time. “The people that we had stayed with us. We just couldn’t reach people out of state for their initial visit
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virtually” he explained. “We recently had patients come back into the office, and we take the proper protocols in the office, so people don’t need to be afraid of Covid. I don’t want any of my patients to feel like they could catch something from my office.” Dr. Kerr changed his national positioning from patients across the United States and reinvented the practice to serve the local community better. He utilized telephone consults, and virtual tele-consults to provide continued support to existing patients unable to come into the office. “It’s really neat that I can be in my office and look and see their physical changes on a virtual meeting and have a conversation.” Dr. Kerr joked that the Zoom meetings were fun, but he saw a lot of dogs in the background. “There’s a lot of apologizing for barking dogs, but it’s neat to them that way, and, of course, I love to see them in person. We’ve been able to really keep our patient base.” Even during a critical supply chain delay, he ensured his patients’ treatment and necessary prescriptions didn’t falter. “Nothing suffered. We were able to medication to people just as timely as before. The pharmacy was wonderful. The people were wonderful. We just had to reinvent the practice to be
a local rejuvenation center. I just really want to thank the patients who stuck with us. They’re all good people, like friends to me. We’ve had a lot of people from the military, the police force,
and the golfing community – local good people who are taking advantage of our services. “That’s my favorite – I like to see my clients in person and talk like we used
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to, and we’re starting to see that more and more. We give the patients the option now. Do you want to come in and do an in-office visit? Do you want to use technology and do a virtual visit, or a phone consult? They have options because sometimes, because of Covid, they might be home and not in the office. They’re wearing an AC/DC shirt and a baseball cap backward and don’t want to be seen, so I can talk to them on the phone, and they do not have to ‘prepare’ to see me.” Local clientele stretches from Trinity to Tampa Bay, St. Pete and beyond. “They’re driving to see us. It’s so cool. They traveled over that bridge and everything to see us,” he said. “It’s been very nice these last couple of months that people are getting more comfortable. The local community is great. I really appreciate my patients. People were so accommodating. It was really family-esque. I am so grateful to my clients for staying with me and giving me the ability to work. So many people stepped up, helped us, and supported us through this time. I just want to say thank you.” To learn more about Dr. Kerr and National Rejuvenation Centers, call (727) 785-5652 or visit www.nrcenters.com
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East Lake Woodlands 2022 Drive for a Cure
We are getting ready for you! Golfers, sponsors and donors are gearing up for the 2022 Drive for a Cure. We will be ready, and we hope you are ready too! The Four Person Team Scramble will take place on Friday, February 25, 2022, at the East Lake Woodlands Country Club. Arrival, checkin and pre-round snacks begin at 10:00 AM with the Opening Ceremony at 11:00 AM and an 11:30 AM shotgun start. There will be flights for women, men and mixed foursomes. You may form your own foursome, or be paired by the Pro Shop and Tournament
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Committee. The cost is $100.00 (if paid before February 18, 2022; or $115.00 if paid after February 18, 2022) and it covers golf, cart, range, a variety of snacks and food available during the day. All costs include a contribution to our charities. Last year, in the U.S., there were an estimated 281,550 new cases of invasive breast cancer and 49,290 new cases of in situ breast cancer among women resulting in 43,600 breast cancer deaths (1:8). Although breast cancer in men is rare, it does happen. In 2021, there were an estimated 2650 new cases among men in the U.S. resulting in 530 deaths (1:883).
East Lake Woodlands Drive for a Cure supports local efforts to spread awareness about breast health, assist with breast cancer screening, provide diagnostic services and treatment, and provide short-term financial assistance to patients undergoing cancer treatment. The event supports Love Thy Neighbor (L.Y.N.) Fund, which provides financial assistance to breast cancer patients in active treatment and recovery in Pinellas and Pasco Counties. Our event supports the Morton Plant Mease Mammography Voucher Program (MVP) which provides screening, diagnostic
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and treatment for uninsured or underinsured patients in Pinellas County. Since 2007 the Drive has raised over $430,000. This year we have set our sights on the $500,000 mark for the organizations we support. Participation and sponsorship is very important to this effort, and there are many opportunities available to help us meet our goals. 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 cause. For more complete information about the event, registration, sponsorship and donations, please visit our web site at: www.elwdriveforacure.com www.facebook.com/elwdriveforacure.com We’ll see you on February 25th!
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