Lifestyles After 50 Suncoast Edition, May 2022

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“I can see forever” - Jennifer Munro, Newsom Eye cataract patient”

Clearwater Mayor to be Roasted CLEARWATER, FL – A unique event promises to bring a much-needed injection of fun and levity to our community. “The Roast of Frank Hibbard” will take place May 20 at Ruth Eckerd Hall. An assemblage of business and political leaders will roast Clearwater Mayor Frank Hibbard in the style of the Dean Martin and Comedy Central roasts. “Frank’s roast will be one of the year’s most memorable events – I can’t wait to be there,” said Aaron Fodiman, Publisher & Editor of Tampa Bay Magazine.

Jennifer Munro is a Florida resident, businesswoman, and an avid golfer. When she started having trouble following her golf ball, noticed she was struggling to read small print at work, and saw rings and halos while driving at night, she decided to have her vision checked. Ms. Munro’s mother was a Newsom Eye patient for many years so when it came time for her evaluation, she automatically knew she wanted to have an evaluation with Dr. Newsom and our Newsom Eye team. During her evaluation, our team discovered she had cataracts, which is the clouding of the eye’s lens and occurs naturally over time. The symptoms Ms. Munro was experiencing are common symptoms of cataracts. Since these symptoms were impacting her daily life and activities, our team recommended cataract surgery.

WTAN radio host and author/writer Doug Kelly will serve as emcee. “It’s an evening with lots of good-natured one-liners aimed at Mayor Hibbard,” Kelly said. “After each roaster delivers their zingers, it will be the mayor’s turn to roast the roasters. It’s going to be a non-stop laugh fest.” Everyone involved with the program are volunteers, so 100 percent of the net proceeds will be donated to non-profit charities of the Homeless Empowerment Program and Ruth Eckerd Hall. all. Amanda Payne, President & CEO of Amplify Clearwater Chamber of Commerce, is also looking forward to the event. “You don’t want to miss this special evening of fun and fellowship for our community,” she said. “The Roast of Frank Hibbard” takes place 7 to 9 pm on May 20, 2022, in the Great Room of Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater. If purchased with a credit card, tickets are $135 per person, $220 per couple or $880 for a table for eight plus tax and fees (no fees if buying at the box office). Each person gets admission to the event, a drink ticket, a three-course dinner featuring a Bistro Steak Medallion Trio entrée, and the roast program. Corporate sponsors of “The Roast of Frank Hibbard” are BayCare-Morton Plant Hospital, Duke Energy, Clear Sky Restaurant and ProVise Management Group. Seating is limited. For reservations contact Ruth Eckerd Hall at (727) 791400, rutheckerdhall.com/event/roast-frank-hibbard, or visit the box office. Clearwater Mayor to be Roasted When: May 20, 7 - 9 pm Where: Great Room of Ruth Eckerd Hall; 1111 McMullen Booth Road Cost: Starting at $135/person

On surgery day, Ms. Munro was nervous, but our team helped her to feel calm and ensured that she had an amazing experience. Their goal was for her to fully enjoy her NEWSOM EYES. She said that Dr. Newsom and the team were professional, efficient and prompt. Now, Ms. Munro is able to follow her golf ball and enjoy the greens of the course and blues in the sky during her golf days that she grew up loving as a “Florida girl.” As a business consultant, she is able to read the small type on screens, printed materials and see all of the faces in an audience when she is presenting to a crowd. Ms. Munro loves her new vision that matches her lifestyle and hobbies and is so excited to say, “I can see forever!” with her NEWSOM EYES. For over 20 years, Newsom Eye has been your trusted eye care provider, specializing in Cataract and LASIK surgery, and is now also in Clearwater! Our team of Newsom Eye providers have helped thousands of people enjoy their best vision with their NEWSOM EYES. Learn more about the best cataract treatment for you by scheduling a consultation at Newsom Eye. Scan the QR code to request an appointment. Newsom Eye Clearwater 3165 N McMullen Booth Rd Bldg A-1, Clearwater, FL 33761 (727) 788-3937

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