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MAY’16

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In Every Issue

MAY ’16

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BUZZ

By Brett Ballantini, Grace Cali, Kevin Christian, Melissa Peterson and Judge Steven Rogers

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GOING PLACES BENCHMARKS BUSINESS BRIEFS CLASS ACTS

In This Issue

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real estate professionals and doctors to philanthropists and entrepreneurs, meet Ocala’s Women of Style.

HIVE

By Cealia Athanason, Grace Cali and Lamia Zaman

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VACATION BOUND GOOD TIMES COOL KIDS SNAPSHOTS KIDS’ KORNER

039 Calling All Campers.

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Summer is almost here, and sunshine, cool water and outdoor activities are all around. For kids, this means summer camp—so get up and get out there.

Opportunity awaits! › By Karin Fabry Cushenbery & Melissa Peterson

DISH

By Cealia Athanason, Grace Cali, JoAnn Guidry and Katie McPherson

071 Q U I C K B I T E S 073 D I N I N G G U I D E

051 What To (Actually) Expect. You’ve read

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all the baby books, taken the classes and downloaded every app. Now, hear from two local families on how their recent additions changed their schedules, homes and perspectives. › By Katie McPherson

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080 C O M E T O C O M I C C O N 084 A Q U I C K Q & A 090 T H E S O C I A L S C E N E

054 Grown-Up Get-Togethers.

MAY’16

Ocala

FUN WITH FRIENDS: FROM BOARD GAMES TO BBQS | GOING BABY BONKERS: NEW MOMS SHARE THEIR NOTES

Fun in the sun

On the cover Teddie Gause & Cammie McLeod of Gause & Son Jewelers. Cover photo and photo to the right

by John Jernigan

40 COOL CAMPS for Kids

WOMENofSTYLE

Featuring Mother-Daughter Duo Teddie Gause and Cammie McLeod of Gause & Son Jewelers

It’s time to step away from those devices, relax and enjoy some face-to-face time with people you care about. To get you out of the dinner-and-a-movie rut, we’ve rounded up some interactive options for a fun evening in with friends. › Cynthia McFarland MAY ’16 ›

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Magazine PUBLISHER

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Karin Fabry-Cushenbery Melissa Peterson

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Katie McPherson Cealia Athanason

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Brett Ballantini Kevin Christian Jim Gibson Laurel Gillum

JoAnn Guidry Bonnie Kretchik Cynthia McFarland Judge Steven Rogers

Dr. Paraiso’s No. 1 priority is patient care

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How To Buy A Home

Spring is now upon us, and according to one estimate, about 40 percent of home sales happen between April and July, making spring a popular time to buy.

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› Dale Barron, President

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t’s important to be prepared. Know what you want, what you’re willing to trade off and how much you can spend. Be ready to move quickly when you find the home you want.

Set your budget for buying a home. First, decide how much house you can afford.

Besides monthly mortgage payments, you must have enough money for a down payment, closing costs, moving and the initial expenses of living in the home. The Mortgage Bankers Association recommends that buyers spend no more than 2.5 times their income on a home.

Total housing payments should not exceed 28 percent of your gross income, and total debt payments should be less than 36 percent.

Determine your home wants and needs.

Before setting out on your search for a home, determine your needs. Make a list of what you absolutely must have and what you would be willing to forgo.

Research the neighborhoods that interest you. Check out the schools, the local services and the public facilities and speak to people on the street to get a feel for the area.

Choose a Realtor®. Not all licensed real estate agents are REALTORS®, and the difference is meaningful. After receiving

a real estate license, most agents go on to join their local board or association of REALTORS® and the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®, the world’s largest professional trade association. They can then call themselves REALTORS®.

Realtors® know the prices of recently sold properties, and many have a good handle on what a house is worth.

A buyer’s agent will represent your interests and help you find homes that fit your budget and list of requirements.

They will also help you get the best deal.

Feel free to take a look at our member directory of OMCAR Realtors® on omcar.com.

Get mortgage loan pre-approval. Speak with several mortgage lenders, online and off, and choose the best rate and the most appropriate terms for your budget.

The low rates that are available may not last indefinitely, so see if you can lock in all or part of the loan. Many lenders offer various plans for your monthly payments. With a mortgage loan preapproval in hand, you’ll be ready to act quickly when you find a home you want to make an offer on.

For more information, contact a local REALTOR® today.

Source: realtor.com

Spring is a great time to buy a home because buyers can move in better weather and get kids settled before the school year begins.

However, those advantages also mean that spring can be a competitive time to house-hunt.

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For over 60 years, the Florida Folk Festival has celebrated Florida’s heritage by hosting a threeday event filled with music, stories, food and crafts.

Throughout Memorial Day weekend, festival events will reflect the cultural heritage that makes Florida unique.

From square dancing, Irish fiddle tunes and other varieties of music brought by immigrants to storytelling and workshops, there are fun activities for the whole family to enjoy.

When you get hungry, you can enjoy traditional Floridian foods, such as cornbread, shrimp gumbo, barbecue, various curries, gyros and lime fizzes. At night, guests will be able to take in dances at the Heritage Stage or concerts by moonlight. The Florida Folk Festival is held along the Suwannee River at Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park.

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t’s considered the longest eight seconds in all of professional sports, the duration a cowboy needs to ride a kicking, bucking bull in order to be declared a victor.

This bull-riding season, the battle of 150-pound athletes (those fearless, rubber-ball cowboys) versus 2,000-pound ones (the snorting bulls, with monikers like Asteroid, Air Time and Pearl Harbor) will come close enough to Ocala for fans to feel fear tingle their spines. Come May 20-21, the Professional Bull Riders › By Brett Ballantini (PBR) Touring Pro Division arrives at the Florida Horse Park in Ocala to show off dozens of such matchups.

The PBR boasts 600 cowboys from the United States, Canada, Mexico and Brazil in its ranks. Now in its 25th year, the tour hosts more than 100 events across its three divisions each year, awarding more than $10 million in prize money all told.

The Touring Pro Division represents the PBR’s minor league, filled with an up-and-coming, younger class of bull riders hoping to hop up into the major-league PBR tour, dubbed the Built Ford Tough Series (BFTS).

The U.S. arm of the Touring Pro Division is also witnessing some true excitement early this season with the emergence of 18-year-old sensation Jess Lockwood.

Through the first three months of 2016, the Volborg, Montana, native led the tour with 130 points and more than $14,000 in Touring Pro earnings.

Lockwood’s meteoric rise was punctuated by his April 3 debut in the BFTS, finishing seventh in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The teen rose to No. 23 in the PBR’s world bull rider rankings.

“It’s all just a mind game in the PBR, because all these bulls are tough,” Lockwood told the PBR’s Justin Felisko before his BFTS debut. “If you start bucking [falling] off some and just let it get to you, it can get real bad. If you [stay on and] get one rode and let that carry on, it can be the greatest thing ever.

Your mind can work against you or work with you.”

PBR events run over two days. May 20 will see every rider participate in an initial round pitting man versus bull for those long, eight-second stretches.

Competition is judged based on both the rider’s ability and the bull’s performance, but if a rider doesn’t remain It’s all just a mind game in the on the bull (falling off the PBR, because all these bulls are bull is termed “bucked off ”) tough. If you start bucking off for at least eight seconds, his some and just let it get to you, it score is zero. can get real bad.

In between matches, › Justin Felisko barrelmen (a.k.a. rodeo clowns) delight the crowd with comedy skits and dancing, so there is literally nonstop entertainment at a PBR event.

The top 15 qualifiers after the first round of bull rides advance to a “short go” (championship) second MAY round on May 21, and the rider who ends up with the 20,21 most points over two days wins. › › FIND OUT MORE Professional Bull Riders (PBR) Touring Pro Division The Touring Pro Here in horse country, we’re used to a little bit of › Division event in Ocala runs Friday, May 20 and Saturday, May 21. Both events begin at 7pm. For tickets, see kicking and fuss in our four-legged sports. But when the PBR’s Touring Pro Division schedule at pbr.com/en/tpd/schedule.aspx. For information about the Florida the bulls and bull riders of the PBR come to town, Horse Park, call (352) 307-6699 or visit flhorsepark.com. fuss finds a whole new definition.

America’s original extreme sport, bull riding, bucks its way to the Florida Horse Park.

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t had been a long and highly contested nonjury trial. The attorneys presented their final arguments and sat quietly to await my decision.

It was then that I delivered my ruling, thanked everyone for their attendance and concluded by announcing that court was adjourned.

After the parties and their attorneys had gathered their belongings and exited the courtroom, I was stepping down from the bench when I heard a voice near me softly say, “You did a good job on that one.” I looked back and saw the court reporter smile at me as she was packing up her things.

Judges and lawyers are obviously important players in our court system.

However, there are other necessary and important participants who play important roles in our court system.

Court clerks may be the most crucial key to the efficiency of court proceedings. The clerks are responsible for having the right files in the right place at the right time. In addition to the constant demands from the judiciary (present company excluded), the clerks also must handle thousands of pages of filings on a daily basis.

As if this wasn’t enough, the court clerks are also required to handle all of the evidence presented during trials and have the nerve-racking task of announcing the verdicts for civil and criminal jury trials.

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Ask any judge who is the most important person to help him or her with their duties, and the answer will most certainly be their judicial assistant. Among other responsibilities, the judicial assistant has the task of scheduling hearings and trials; fielding calls, emails, faxes, etc. from lawyers and the public; and sending out hundreds of orders. I liken a judicial assistant’s job to that of an air traffic controller, 911 operator and personal assistant… all while working right beside Lucy and Ethel at the conveyor belt at the chocolate factory.

When I was first appointed to the bench in 2005, my parents gave me a gavel. Fortunately, I’ve never had to use it. The reason for this isn’t because every person I have encountered in court has always behaved as they should.

Rather, it’s because the men and women wearing the green uniforms from the Marion County Sheriff ’s Department have a way of correcting any errant behavior.

Years ago, I was conducting misdemeanor arraignments in county court. As I entered the courtroom, the group of approximately 40 people stood when the bailiff called court into session—all except one individual who remained seated and yelled in a loud voice, “I refuse to acknowledge this court’s jurisdiction over me.”

The other defendants looked stunned with this unexpected outburst. For a brief Judges and lawyers are obviously few seconds, everyone looked back and important players in our court forth between the seated gentleman and system. However, there are other me. I simply made eye contact with my necessary and important participants bailiff, who walked over and escorted this who play important roles in our gentleman to the holding cell. We then court system. proceeded with the afternoon arraignment session as scheduled.

When I had concluded calling the other cases, the gentleman was escorted back into the courtroom from the holding cell. It was evident the time he spent in the holding cell helped him gain a new appreciation and understanding of the court’s jurisdiction to handle his case. This is just one example why I believe a bailiff is better than a gavel.

Although we don’t say it enough, the judges and lawyers are thankful to the court personnel who help us do our jobs on a daily basis. And if you ever have the occasion to find yourself in court, I would encourage you to recognize these individuals and the jobs they do for us. Just don’t do it sitting down.

Judge Steven G. Rogers currently serves as a circuit court judge. He lives in Ocala with his wife, three children and an extremely spoiled Australian Shepherd.

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Ocala Electric Utility recently participated in the 16th Annual Florida Municipal Electric Association Lineman Competition in Orlando. Journeymen teams and apprentices participated in the event hosted by the Orlando Utilities Commission and demonstrated their skills by competing in a safe environment. The OEU Rodeo Team was awarded first place in the 12kV Pin Insulator Change event, while OEU apprentice Kyle Cupal won first place overall in the apprentice competition. In the last 16 years, Ocala Electric Utility has won the overall apprentice competition six times.

Welcome!

Teresa Stephens is the newest member of the Columbia Bank management team, now serving as Ocala Market President. She has over 30 years of experience in the finance industry and holds a master’s degree in business administration. Her extensive banking experience includes commercial banking manager, lender, branch manager, customer service associate and teller.

Teresa is enthusiastic about building a retail and lending team that will deliver personalized service for businesses and residents in the Ocala market.

Look Out, Levy With the signing of the 2016-2017 Florida budget, which includes $7.28 million for the first higher education facility in Levy County, residents can look forward to the College of Central Florida’s Levy Campus to open in the fall of 2017. CF began planning for the campus with $6.3 million in state appropriations received in 2014 and 2015. Construction of a Levy Campus has been a priority for CF since 2004 when the CF District Board of Trustees approved a search for suitable properties. CF currently offers classes and full student services at a storefront facility in Chiefland. The Jack Wilkinson Levy Campus project includes a stand-alone building that will complement the existing welding training facility.

Included in the project are laboratories, generalpurpose classrooms, a library, an auditorium and exhibition area, student services and offices for instructors and administration.

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A Big Addition

The Reunion Center Clubhouse within the Reflection Bay amenity center at Del Webb Stone Creek was recently unveiled to guests. Del Webb invested $350,000 in the improvements, which included new carpet and tile throughout; a coffee bar/café; new paint and new window treatments in the Wall Street room, arts and crafts room and ballroom; an upgraded library; new integrated computers; new TVs with DirecTV and new furniture. Del Webb Stone Creek also has a new RV and boat storage facility opening this summer.

Beyond boats and RVs, the facility is available for specialty hobby trailers used in transporting classic or antique vehicles, motorcycles, small watercraft, ATVs or offroad motorbikes.

A New Beginning

The Peacock Cottage, which recently held its grand opening celebration, is a locally owned and operated plant shop, with a main focus on unique houseplants, including African violets, orchids, bromeliads, fairy gardens, ferns, begonias, succulents, cactus and air plants. Laura Perdomo, owner of The Peacock Cottage, recently retired from teaching at Marion Technical Institute. While teaching, she was simultaneously running a plant business at the Ocala Farm Market and attended various spring and fall plant shows across the state. Laura has served as president of both the African Violet Club of Ocala and the African Violet Council of Florida. Her husband, Frank, teaches at MTI and helps Laura with The Peacock Cottage. In 2013, the couple purchased the molds and rights to Dandy Pots, a self-watering African violet pot sold at dandypot.com. The shop offers classes, including fairy garden and terrarium classes, and is located at 3243 E Silver Springs Blvd.

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Village Ford opened July 1, 2013 with 65 cars on the lot, eight service bays and 20 employees. It’s been almost three years since then, and those numbers have increased dramatically thanks to their customers’ support.

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illage Ford proudly serves the communities of Belleview, Del Webb, Lady Lake and The Villages, and the surrounding Marion County areas. Due to the overwhelming response of these communities, Village Ford found itself needing to expand the car lot, the service bay areas and their personnel to accommodate first-time guests and regular clients.

Just how much have they grown? Village Ford sprouted from four acres to a little over nine and from 65 vehicles for sale on the lot to hundreds. The amount of service bays jumped from eight to 18, and the staff roster doubled to assist guests in any way possible.

All this expansion is meant for one group: the customers. A larger lot means a larger selection of vehicles to fit any individual’s or family’s needs, and a larger staff means We think the more efficient service no matter the reason for your visit. growth in only “We think the growth in only two and a half years two and a half says a lot about our business,” says Village Ford General years says a Manager Scott Reece. “We not only want to be known lot about our “We have the staff and the facility now that you don’t need an appointment, and for having the lowest price when looking at your next business. we will have you in and out within 45 minutes for an oil change six days a week. For vehicle purchase, we try to help guide you in making an › Scott Reece us, this expansion is completely for one reason: to better serve the communities informed decision on what you’re looking for. We know that have made us their go-to Ford dealer for sales and service,” Scott explains. price is important, so we have a low price guarantee, Village Ford would like to invite Ocala Style readers to visit their updated but we also have caring staff members who will be facility and see the differences for themselves. There’s a standing invitation to take the grand tour. there long after the sale.”

“Be our guest,” Service at Village Ford is state of the art. They boast all the says Scott. “Come newest technology for diagnosing your vehicle and, unlike some have a cup of coffee, service garages, get it fixed the first time. Each of their technicians and let us show you are continually enrolled in courses to further their automotive around. We are proud knowledge and better serve clients. to be here and proud Village Ford knows nothing feels worse than waiting hours in a to serve you.” dealership for a simple oil change—that’s why they won’t ask you to.

The Quick Lane Tire and Oil Center on the premises is there to assist with all light repairs and routine maintenance like oil changes and fluid checks.

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CBC National Bank recently acquired First Avenue National Bank, but they’re not some “big bank” weeding out a community resource. CBC is big enough to matter and small enough to care.

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BC National Bank is moving into the former First Avenue National Bank building, bringing with them numerous opportunities for families and businesses in Ocala and The Villages to flourish. CBC’s President, Charles Wagner, is excited to bring new services to the community and provide opportunities for growth.

“We have a three-legged stool model: community banking, SBA loans and mortgage banking. Prior to the acquisition in Ocala, if we could constructively criticize ourselves, we’d say our community banking leg was a little shorter than it should be,” Wagner explains. “I think Ocala and The Villages will bring all three parts of our business together and really create something special.”

CBC approached the merge uniquely when it came to the staff—they compared duplicated positions in their corporate office and the local branch and retained the staff member best suited for each role.

As for the management team at former First Avenue, it remains intact, including Adam Woods, who will now serve as the market executive for CBC. Being a retail community “We’re not importing somebody bank is about being new. CBC quickly realized Adam was involved in and taking care the best possible leader to run with of our community. › Charles Wagner, President of CBC this in the community,” says Wagner.

Besides maintaining a leadership team recognized by the community, why choose CBC over one of the more recognizable, big bank names? To CBC, banking is a very personal part of a person’s life whether for an individual or a business.

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National banks offer access to capital, no doubt, but they rarely compare to community banks in terms of service excellence and tailoring solutions to individual needs.

“What we have is a small, efficient bank with products and guidelines to work within, but the ability to think efficiently while managing risk,” Wagner explains. “We design ways to solve problems for our customers. In all our community banking markets, our customers are working with the decision makers. They’re not working with a frontline person who has to work up a national bank ladder to get anything done. That’s an important piece to us.”

Wagner notes one thing he spotted everywhere when driving around: rooftops. Homes are a valuable asset and a staple in Ocala and The Villages.

“We think mortgage banking has been taboo for a few years after one or two of the banks maybe had some issues. We think we can come in and make mortgage banking a more respectable thing to offer.

We’ve been involved with mortgage banking now for almost nine years. We can bring that core strength with us into the central Florida market and grow mortgage banking as part of the community bank, both bringing in customers and taking care of their needs so they’re not going out to other lenders and getting poor service. You’ll see us go from two lenders in the market and grow it by two to six loan officers, and we think we can provide more support that maybe hasn’t been in place up to this point,” he says.

Individuals will gain a resource in CBC National Bank—and so will small businesses in the area.

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Big enough to matter. Small enough to care. businesses with special circumstances. As an SBApreferred lender, CBC specializes in small business loans, especially those for medical, dental and veterinary practices. They can assist with lending for anything from new construction, facility expansions and updates, equipment purchases, acquisitions or financing inventory.

“We were the top community bank lender by dollars and units for 2015 in the state of Florida. There will be a significant amount of SBA lending available in the market as well as traditional commercial loans.

If one of our lenders is working with a business and it goes well and fits the commercial category, great, but if they’re growing or have a unique issue causing it to need a little more risk management on our part, we may move it into an SBA loan,” Wagner explains.

“We have the expertise—that’s a core competency of ours.”

Established businesses will also find CBC can streamline their experiences as well. Small business owners don’t often have access to the resources of larger companies, like an HR department to handle employee affairs, and those duties then fall squarely (and often heavily) on the shoulders of the owner.

CBC hopes to alleviate that weight.

The bank launched its payroll and HR services in January after the bank realized many of its relationships involved small business owners needing administrative support.

“One of our services where we saw real opportunity for our customers is our Payroll+HCM solution. It not only provides them with a local payroll provider but also HR support for these smaller businesses they haven’t had before. We think we can bring a focus to that 2-to-50-employee company range and bring some human capital and ongoing HR support they may need in a business.

We think it ties in nicely to the access and the added value we hope to provide our customers.”

While CBC plans to offer a plethora of new opportunities to Ocala and The Villages, the bank also hopes Ocala’s support will teach them lessons they need to further expand.

“We expect to be the community bank of choice in Ocala and the other markets we serve,” says Wagner. “We also want Ocala and The Villages to be the southernmost point of our footprint. We think the leadership team gives us the strength to grow, maybe toward Gainesville, Lake City and back north to Jacksonville. We expect to grow from here.”

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Abel, Abel, He’s Our Man!

We’re rooting for Abel Garcia, Marion County 2016 School-Related Employee of the Year. He is one of five finalists from Florida being honored this month for the state title. We’re crossing our fingers this paraprofessional from Reddick-Collier Elementary, who works primarily with students learning the English language, becomes Florida’s School-Related Employee of the Year.

Driving For Life

Maier’s Mark Of Excellence Winning For 15 Years

The 15th annual Marion County Student Media Festival received 254 video projects from 25 different schools. A panel of 30 industry experts judged those videos and determined winners in four age groups and 12 categories.

The festival also awarded “Best of Show” prizes to four videos from these schools: Dr. NH Jones Elementary, Harbour View Elementary, Liberty Middle and Vanguard High.

Prom season.

Graduation time. It all means celebration.

And it can be deadly for teens who drink and drive. To discourage those decisions, North Marion High students encountered multiple presentations and experiences during the annual “Drive for Life” week. From impaired vision goggles and simulated texting and driving video games to reallife victims of deadly driving accidents, students heard the sobering message to not drink and drive.

The fanfare and pageantry was grand for Jack Maier’s nomination as a finalist for the U.S. Army-Pro Football Hall of Fame Award for Excellence. A Lake Weir senior in the school’s International Baccalaureate program, Maier graduates later this month. He’s one of just 20 students nationwide to be named a finalist for the prestigious honor. The winners will be announced in early August at the National Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio.

Special Day For Special Olympics

Pajamas To The Rescue

When Golden Apple Teacher Lori Conrad from Dr. NH Jones heard about a breakin earlier this year at the homeless student storage area, she shared the information with her students.

Immediately, they came up with a great idea to help the crisis: to collect, fold and present new pajamas to replace the hundreds of pairs destroyed by vandals.

In all, the first-grade students collected 196 pairs to present to students less fortunate in our district.

Dozens of student athletes gathered at Forest High School several weeks ago for the Marion County Special Olympics.

The event emphasizes individual accomplishment and pride, and anyone witnessing the dozens of competitions taking place could see both in every student athlete. Director Maria Conny Roman also managed to secure free dental screenings for athletes thanks to local dental professionals.

Poetry To His Ears

West Port High student Jarod Atchley may be on stage alone, but that’s no problem for this graduating senior. That’s because he won the school’s Poetry Out Loud contest and then beat out dozens of other students in three rounds at the state competition.

He now competes at the national Poetry Out Loud contest in Washington, D.C. for $20,000 in scholarship money. Atchley is involved in the school’s arts magnet program and is dual enrolled at the College of Central Florida.

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Early Voting

Greenway Elementary students voted on their favorite books from the Sunshine State Young Readers awards list. They used real voting machines from Marion County Supervisor of Elections Wesley Wilcox’s office to experience the democratic process. Students are reading the books for this month’s “Book Bowl” competition.

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you up, not bring you down. While you can’t choose your child’s friends, sometimes parents have to ask kids tough questions about friendship. › Learn to manage

difficult teachers.

Students might not always like their teachers (or their bosses down the road). Teach your child to focus on doing their best. › Utilize a planner.

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Livin’ The Dream

Disney Cruise Line can help you and your family’s getaway dreams come true.

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f you’re looking to get away as a family this summer, taking a Disney cruise could be your best vacation yet. Aboard one of the Disney Cruise Line ships, you and your family will be on your way to making magical memories. The four ships offer state-of-the-art amenities, Broadway-quality musicals and plays, incredible dining experiences and fun activity-filled areas Fun For All! for children and if you have kids in tow, you’ll adults of all ages. be surprised It’s the perfect with how many way to have fun with ways you and your brood can your kids and then let have fun.

everyone do their own thing. Of course, you should expect to see lots of children on the cruise, so if you’re looking for an adults’ or couples’ getaway, this might not be the cruise line for you. But if you have kids in tow, you’ll be surprised with how many ways you and your brood can have fun.

“With four ships unlike any others at sea and a dazzling array of cruise-industry firsts, Disney Cruise Line enchants adults and children alike with an unforgettable cruise experience,” according to a Disney Cruise Line press release.

Some of those cruise-industry firsts? Disney Cruise Line was the first to put on a fireworks display at sea, have a water coaster on board, offer movie premieres, have a whole deck just for children’s activities, offer free soft drinks at any time and provide teenonly hangouts.

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Ocala Style Magazine was recently invited to go on the Disney Dream media cruise, and as the third ship to join Disney Cruise Line’s fleet, we think it’s the one to consider for your family’s summer trip.

Impressive amenities, a nursery for children 2 and under, teen clubs, adult lounges and pools are included on each ship, and the first of the fleet, the Disney Magic, went on its maiden voyage in 1998. Disney Wonder joined Magic in 1999, and in 2011, Disney Dream became the largest of the three ships. In 2012, Disney Fantasy set sail, matching the Dream’s size. Disney Dream boasts a length of 1,115 feet and has 1,458 crew members, 14 passenger decks, 1,250 staterooms, 11 main public areas, 10 family areas, five youth areas, 15 adult areas and nine restaurants, including everything from fine to casual dining, ice cream shops and pizzerias to make for a perfect go-big-or-go-home family vacation.

“Onboard the Disney Fantasy and Disney Dream, there is nearly an entire deck of spaces designed to inspire, entertain and spark the imagination of children,” according to Disney Cruise Lines.

The first stop is Disney’s Oceaneer Club, where kids ages 3 to 12 get to interact on the Magic PlayFloor and experience feeling toy-sized in Andy’s room from

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Disney Dream

The teens in your family will love Vibe, a teen-only hangout with plasma TVs, Internet access, MP3 players, music, games, karaoke and snacks. Oh, and they get their own private deck, too.

Toy Story. They can visit Tinker Bell and her friends in Pixie Hollow, explore the Millennium Falcon from Star Wars, climb up to the scare floor in Monsters University and board a submarine in true Finding Nemo fashion. Stitch pays kids a visit in Disney’s Oceaneer Lab, and the Animator’s Studio brings kids’ own computer-generated characters to life.

While children are exploring the most extensive youth activity areas at sea, parents can enjoy the ship worry-free, thanks to complimentary wave phones that allow crew or kids to contact parents anytime and anywhere on the ship. Plus, all Disney Cruise Line youth activities are supervised by specially trained counselors and feature some of the longest operating hours at sea. This provides greater flexibility for parents and even more fun for kids.

For your little ones, stop by the It’s A Small World Nursery, complete with a toddler play section and a

What About Adult Time?

Disney Dream doesn’t leave out the adults either, offering several adult-only areas to enjoy while the kids are occupied.

separate room for nap or bed time. Though you have to pay a bit extra for nursery care, you can meet the counselors and check in at any time.

Disney Dream doesn’t leave out the adults either, offering several adult-only areas to enjoy while the kids are occupied.

Aboard the Disney Fantasy and Disney Dream, guests age 18 and older can enjoy secluded places and pampering—plus nighttime entertainment venues just for adults. Adults-only dining options include Palo, a premier restaurant featuring sweeping ocean views and modern Italian cuisine, and Remy, an exquisite, French-inspired gourmet restaurant. Have you seen Ratatouille?

Relax at the spa or on the Satellite Sun Deck during the day, or enjoy a peaceful atmosphere at the Quiet Cove Pool, featuring a six-inch sunbathing pool, a four-foot plunge pool and a Cove Bar that’s part of the pool itself. Or, on that same deck, grab a book and a cup of coffee at the Cove Cafe. In the evening, enjoy dinner at one of the two fine dining restaurants and stop by Meridian.

“Nestled between Palo and Remy is Meridian, a cozy getaway with a decor inspired by the early days of sea travel,” according to a Disney Cruise Line press release.

Complete the night by exploring the nighttime entertainment area, The District. This area is full of bars and lounges, including a sky bar with changing views of city skylines, a wine and champagne bar, and a lounge with live piano music.

For fun with the whole family, go on an excursion to Disney’s own island, Castaway Cay, near the Bahamas. Get up close to stingrays, go paddleboarding and snorkeling, swim out to the floating water park with slides and water cannons, or just enjoy the beach in a private cabana. The Dream has its own dock at Castaway Cay making it easy to go back and forth from the island to the ship. And don’t miss out on your favorite activities— parasailing, biking, fishing and kayaking are just a few more activities you and your family can take part in. Leaving out of Port Canaveral, there really is something for everyone aboard Disney Dream. Book your trip on disneycruise.com, and make this family cruise one to remember!

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Night At The Museum

This year’s fundraiser for the Appleton Museum promises fun and a few surprises for local families. › By Cealia Athanason museum and decided to host a Night at the Museum-themed event and let our paintings come to life,” says Victoria Billig, the assistant director of museum operations.

When you arrive, the museum will be dimly lit, and you will be handed a printed scavenger hunt guide with a dozen pieces of art or artists to find and identify.

“Guests are on their own to seek out the artwork and artists with their flashlights,” Billig says. “Along the way, they will discover that some of the Appleton’s paintings and sculptures have come to life!”

Not only will characters from the paintings come to life, but you’ll get to mingle with artists from past centuries. Museum docents and volunteers will be dressed as these artists and be ready to hand out prizes when identified. There will be plenty of photo opportunities as well, so keep your phone or camera close by.

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turnout was great, and in addition to raising valuable funds for the education department, many businesses and individuals stepped forward as event sponsors.”

Besides the scavenger hunt, there will be art activities available in the ARTSpace, snacks in the cafe and live entertainment in the auditorium. Grab a bite to eat and take the whole family to the ARTSpace for a chance to make something truly unique.

And, parents, although these activities are great for kids, you’re welcomed to join in, too.

Guests are on their “Art activities will represent the different cultures own to seek out the in the Appleton’s permanent collection, including an artwork and artists African mask-making project,” says Billig. with their flashlights.

Throughout the evening, you’ll be able to stop in the Along the way, they will auditorium for live entertainment. discover that some of “This year, we are working in collaboration with the Appleton’s paintings Ocala Civic Theatre and will not be showing films, but and sculptures have hope to have performances in the auditorium,” Billig come to life! › Victoria Billig says, adding that they are still working on the details.

It’s just another surprise the Appleton has in store for this event.

This fundraiser for the museum’s education department gives the community a great way to support local arts and education while spending time together as a family. Get the gang together, and enjoy a night at the museum!

WANT TO GO? › Family Night At The Museum › Appleton Museum, May 21, 6:30-9pm › Admission: $10 for museum members, $15 for nonmembers › Reserve tickets in advance on appletonmuseum.org

Photos courtesy of the Appleton Museum of Art

“Last year, some of the characters included Boughereau’s The Shepherdess, Napoleon Bonaparte and Rodin’s The Thinker,” says Billig. “The

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Why Music Is Meaningful › By Lamia Zaman

When I’m feeling bored, I play music on the piano just to get me feeling good, energized and happy. Who doesn’t want to feel awesome?

Music helps people feel better, and that’s exactly why music should be in schools. Maybe early in the morning as a fun way to get you ready for the day or maybe as an after-school group to make you feel energized after a long day. Well, I have both! I joined chorus, which happens after school on Tuesdays, and I attend music early in the morning as a special.

Music can channel your emotions, and it’s great in schools, but music can be great for a bunch of other things, too. Music can inspire you. Music often inspires us to do things we never would’ve thought of doing before or think about things in a different way. Music can also teach us. Many songs have life lessons. I listen to an artist that has written many inspiring songs that have taught me things, like to be a little bolder or that life is not about having everything. Many songs make me feel stronger, and those songs are my favorites. Music isn’t just a bunch of sounds. If it’s used right, music is something that can shape us into better human beings.

Music helps us realize we’re not alone. Often, artists experience the exact same things that we do. They just use music to express their emotions.

Sometimes that works better than talking to another person.

And that’s what music is about: making yourself and others feel good. My family comes from Bangladesh, and every year the Bengali community in Ocala does this huge Bengali New Year Celebration, which was on April 14. We celebrate it a bit after the actual new year, but there’s lots of traditional food, and there’s many traditional Bengali performances by Bengali kids, adults and a major Bengali celebrity. I even got to sing last year!

It made me feel amazing.

And in case I haven’t given enough reasons to love music already, did you know music can also make us smarter? PBS.org states that 6 year

olds who are given weekly voice and piano lessons have an increased IQ. They also report that kids who have amazing music programs in their elementary schools have scored 22 percent higher in English and 20 percent higher in math on standardized tests.

Whether you listen to music to relax and unwind or as a pick-me-up after a long day, music just has a way of flowing through us and changing us into better people. Without music, life would be dull.

But if we had more music, life would be bright.

Editor’s Note: Lamia Zaman is a fourth-grade student at Dr. NH Jones Elementary School. Her writing appears in Ocala Style as a result of a fundraising effort.

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verything would be dull and boring without the arts. For some, life would lose its meaning. No colors that amaze us, no words that inspire us and, saddest of all, no music that does both and more. Music is important for everyone. Many people don’t even realize they’re making music, but they know it makes them feel good. Whether you’re singing a song on stage or just tapping your foot, you’re making and enjoying music.

One amazing thing music can do is help Music often channel your emotions. inspires us When I’m feeling happy, I to do things let it out by singing a happy we never song. When I’m feeling mad would’ve or sad, I let all that energy thought of out by playing a loud, doing before. stormy song on the piano. › Lamia Zawman Music makes me feel better.

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THESE LOCAL KIDS KNOW HOW TO HAVE FUN! CHECK OUT THEIR PHOTO-WORTHY MOMENTS.

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Andres, 9, and Emma, 10, in downtown Ocala

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Mackenzie, 10, and Cooper, 8, with the Under The Lights Under Armour flag football league

Kendall, 4, and Kaleb, 4, at the Southeastern Youth Fair

Kylie, Chloe, Eva Grace, Henry, Mason and Ruby at an Ocala park on the merry-go-round Cameron, 15, playing guitar

Jace, 5, with firefighter Alex at Station 24

Kamryn, 9, performing at the Ocala Dance Force Company’s Good Luck Showcase

Haley, 10, skating with the Ocala Carnivores Jr Roller Derby team

Ryker, 3, at the FEA BBQ

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JUNE QUESTION:

What’s your favorite thing to do with your dad? › Entries due by May 15.

Each month we pose a question to local kids in grades kindergarten through fifth. Answers can be submitted in the form of a short story, poem, paragraph or drawing. We’ll choose a few to feature each month. If your child’s submission is selected, they will receive their own Team Style bee trophy. Submissions can be emailed to melissa@ocalastyle.com or mailed or dropped off to the Ocala Style Editorial Department at 1007 E Fort King Street, Ocala, FL 34471. Please include your contact information with your child’s entry.

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SILVERSTRIDE EQUESTRIAN CENTER

June 6-10, 13-17; 9am-2pm

Dates throughout the summer

Marion Therapeutic Riding Association will host Camp Caballo For Kids, an equestrian day camp for kids ages 7 to 14. mariontherapeuticridingassociation.org or (352) 732-7300

At SilverStride, you’ll be involved with everything horse, including riding, playing games and some relay races. silverstrideequestriancenter.com or

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June 27-July 1; 9am-1pm

This camp by the Marion Therapeutic Riding Association is for kids ages 8 to 14 and is for more experienced horse-crazy kids. mariontherapeuticridingassociation.org or (352) 732-7300

UNCLE DONALD’S FARM

DESIGN & PRODUCTION CLASS

July 11-15

This class will create the set, props and costumes for The Grunch and will be held at the Appleton Museum. See their catalog for details.

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MOVIE MAKING MADNESS

May 30-June 2; June 7-9, 14-16, 20-24; July 5-8, 19-22, 25-28; 9am-4pm

St. John Lutheran School June 20-23; 9am-12pm

Kids can learn about all aspects of horsemanship at this farm located in Summerfield. havensightfarm.com or

Kids who will be in grades 3 through 8 will create a movie from scratch, including planning, filming and editing. stjohnocala.org or (352) 622-7275

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HARLEY FARMS

SUMMER ART CAMP

July 6-August 3, Wednesdays only; 9:45am-3pm

June 20-24; June 27-July 1; July 11-15, 18-22; 9am-2pm

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Kids ages 6 through 12 can milk a goat, check for chicken’s eggs or pet, groom and feed farm animals at this camp, located in Lady Lake. uncledonaldsfarm.com or (352) 753-2882

With horseback riding, games, arts, crafts and more, kids will enjoy a summer camp full of equestrian fun. goodwilljumper.wix.com/harleyfarms or

Children ages 4 and up can join the Appleton Museum for an array of artthemed camps. appletonmuseum.org or

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Weekly and monthly sessions in June, July and August

June 1-3, 6-10, 13-16, 20-24, 27-30; July 11-15, 18-21, 25-29; August 1-5; 9am-3pm

Children of all ages are welcome to learn horse riding, grooming and first aid care and go swimming afterward. owlhollowfarm.net or (352) 237-4132

This camp is for both the older kids and the young buckaroos and includes horsemanship skills, trail rides, proper tacking, grooming, horseback riding and crafts. greydawnstables.com or

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June 6-August 12

Children ages 4 and up will learn themes of music, dance, drama, magic and much more at one of these fun summer camps. Apprenticelevel, intermediate-level and specialty classes are available in a variety of themes in addition to the following performance camps. ocalacivictheatre.com or (352) 236-2274

OCALA CIVIC THEATRE PERFORMANCE CAMPS

This camp offers instruction in arena/ trail riding taught by handlers and instructors for campers 4 years of age and older. tkofarm.com or (352) 219-0248

Dr. Coppelius’ Carnival

EDEN FARM

Starfish Circus

Dates throughout June and July; 9am-3pm MondayThursday, 9am-12pm Friday Children ages 5 through 14 can learn all aspects of horsemanship, from riding and cleaning stalls to grooming and safety. edenfarmocala.com or

(352) 572-7658

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June 20-24; July 12-15, 19-22; times vary The Artist Hub of Ocala at Brick City Center for the Arts will host a variety of camps for children in kindergarten through ninth grade. (352) 867-9660 or

artisthub1@centurylink.net

PICASSO’S PALETTE

June 6-10, 13-17, 20-24; June 27July 1; July 5-8, 11-15, 18-22, 25-29 Children ages 5 and up can experience the world through art with a different country and different art projects each week. Morning, afternoon and all-day sessions available. picassospalette.com or

(352) 789-6670

KINDEROO CHILDREN’S ACADEMY

Throughout the summer

Kids ages 4 through 9 will explore, observe, create, build and problem solve using STEAM.

facebook.com/kinderoochildrensacademy or (352) 854-3800

ALPHABET LAND LEARNING CENTER

Dates and times TBA

June 13-18; ages 6-18

Children ages 1 through 12 can join Alphabet Land in new weekly themes with water days and twice-weekly field trips. alphabetlandlearningcenter.com or

No audition or experience necessary.

(352) 307-2067

Lottery: May 9-13 Classes & performances: June 20-25; ages 7-18 The Grunch

Auditions: June 11 Classes & performances: July 11-23

BUILDING BLOCKS OF OCALA

May 30 through August 5; 6am-6pm This summer program for children in kindergarten through age 12 is chock-full of field trips, martial arts, cheerleading, cooking projects and art. bbopreschool.net or (352) 694-7440 ext. 3501

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SUMMER CAMP FUN AT ST. JOHN LUTHERAN June 1 – July 29

June 20-23

(entering K-6th graders) M-F, Co-ed

(open to students entering 3rd-8th grades)

SAINTS SONSHINE CAMP

MOVIE MAKING MADNESS

June 6-10

July 11-13

(entering 3rd-9th graders) Co-ed

1st-6th grades (8:30-12:30am) 7th-12th grades (2-6 pm)

BASKETBALL CAMP

June 13-16

SAINTS VOLLEYBALL CAMP

USBA BASEBALL CAMP

July 25-29

(entering 1st-12th graders)

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

June 13-17

August 3-5

(open to students who have finished kindergarten through students entering 6th grade) Co-ed

(entering 1st-5th graders)

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CAMP INVENTION

June 13-17; 8:30am-3pm Held at Grace Christian School, this camp will inspire girls and boys entering grades second through sixth through science and technology. campinvention.org or (800) 968-4332

COUNTS EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY SUMMER CAMP

Runs entire summer (except weekends); 7am-6pm

For children up to 12 years of age, Counts offers on-site arts and crafts, outdoor play, hands-on reading, writing, math and science activities and more. countsacademy.com or

(352) 351-4738

OCALA SUMMER MUSIC CAMP

June 6-10; 9am-4:30pm

Hosted by Trinity Catholic High School, this camp will help improve musical skills for any middle or high school student involved with band, choir or color guard. ocalasummermusiccamp.com or

director@ocalasummermusiccamp.com

BASEBALL CAMP AT COLLEGE OF CENTRAL FLORIDA (MARTY SMITH SPORTS CAMP)

June 13-16; July 18-21; 9:30am-4pm Children ages 6 through 12 will learn position fundamentals, offense, defense, hitting and base running all with daily awards. gocfcamps.com or

(352) 854-2322

SOFTBALL CAMP AT COLLEGE OF CENTRAL FLORIDA (MARTY SMITH SPORTS CAMP)

May 30-June 3; June 6-10, 13-17, 20-24 CF is offering a variety of softball camps for children in middle and high school. cfsoftballcamps.com or

(352) 854-2322

VOLLEYBALL CAMP AT COLLEGE OF CENTRAL FLORIDA (MARTY SMITH SPORTS CAMP)

June 28-July 1; July 12-15; 9am-12pm Children ages 6 through 12 will learn techniques such as arm swings and advanced ball control. patriotvolleyballcamps.com or

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL BASKETBALL CAMP

June 6-10; 8am-12pm

Third- through ninth-grade students from all schools can learn basketball skills and have the chance to win awards. stjohnocala.org or (352) 622-7275

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN VOLLEYBALL CAMP

July 11-13; 8:30am-12:30pm (1-6 grade); 2-6pm (7-12 grade)

Improve skills, learn new skills and meet others who love the sport of volleyball. stjohnocala.org or

(352) 622-7275

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN MINI CHEER CLINIC

August 3-5

This clinic will teach cheer skills to entering first- through fifth-graders. stjohnocala.org or (352) 622-7275

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN BASEBALL CAMP

(352) 286-9608

TRINITY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL CAMP

July 11-13; 9:15am-12pm

Learn the fundamentals, skills and drills of football at this three-day summer camp. tccelticsfootball@gmail.com or

(352) 622-9025

FUTURE STARS BASKETBALL PROGRAM

Dates and times vary

(352) 854-2322

CAMP PATRIOT BASKETBALL CAMP AT COLLEGE OF CENTRAL FLORIDA

OCALA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY GIRL’S BASKETBALL CAMP

Starting June 6

June 13-16

June 13-16, 20-23; July 5-8, 18-21; 9am-4pm

May 23-27

Boys and girls ages 8 through 18 can learn basketball skills and drills. camppatriotbasketball.com or

Open to girls entering fifth through ninth grades. ocalacrusaders.org or

(352) 694-4178

OCALA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY FOOTBALL CAMP

Location, dates and times vary

June 2-4

Ocala Power United will offer volleyball summer camps for children in grades eight and under and a separate program for high school students. ocalapowerunited.com or (352) 351-4837

Open to boys and girls entering grades three through eight. ocalacrusaders.org or (352) 694-4178

FOREST HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL CAMP

June 6-8; 9am-1pm

Children entering second through eighth grade can learn the fundamentals of football, make new friends and have a lot of fun. foresthighfootball.com or (352) 671-4717 or

paul.austin@marion.k12.fl.us

OCALA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY BOY’S BASKETBALL CAMP

FIRST TEE OF GREATER OCALA

Kids 5 years and older can learn the game of golf. Dates and times vary depending on age and level. thefirstteegreaterocala.org or

(352) 362-2258

FRANK DELUCA YMCA SPORTS CAMPS

The YMCA will offer a variety of sports camps open to children entering second grade through eighth grade. Each camp runs 8am to 1pm. ymcacentralflorida.com or (352) 368-9622 Soccer

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June 6-10

June 6-10

July 11-15

Open to boys entering grades six through 12. ocalacrusaders.org or

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(352) 694-4178

June 13-17

July 18-22

OCALA TENNIS & SWIM CAMP

Cheerleading

Week-long sessions between May 30-July 29; 9am-1pm

Campers age 6 through 12 will join Jason Weiss, a professional tennis .com

Learn to fence from a former Ivy League champion and assistant coaches from the University of Florida.

Camp is open to boys and girls ages 8 through 14. engardefencingclub.com or

Learn basic skills and fundamentals, sportsmanship and team work Monday through Thursday at the E.D. Croskey Recreation Center. (352) 401-3920

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June 13-17; July 18-22; August 1-5; 8am-4pm

This USBA camp is geared toward children entering first through 12th grades. stjohnocala.org or (352) 622-7275

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Ages 5-13 Must have completed kindergarten Lillian F. Bryant Community Center Mondays-Fridays May 30-Aug. 15 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

This camp is full of FUN activities including swimming, basketball, board games, flag football, archery, golf, field trips, movies, reading, exciting speakers and a host of other activities. Camp fees are $25/week/ camper for city residents and $45/ week/camper for non-residents.

Adventure Camp Ages 8-12 Discovery Center Mondays-Fridays 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

May 31-June 3 Mad Science Robotics June 6-10 Engineer Week June 13-17 Back to the Future June 20-24 Cooking with Chemistry June 27-July 1 Super Hero Adventure!

July 5-8 Circus Science July 11-15 Dive into the World of Comics!

July 18-22 Master of Disaster July 25-29 Exploration of the Arts!

Our themes are sure to entice even the most discriminating camper!

Camp includes field trips and outdoor activities. Join us for one week or all nine! Extended day available. Fee is $100/week/member and $110/week/ non-member.

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Outdoor Camp

Ages 11-14 Discovery Center Mondays-Fridays 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

City Kids Summer Camp

Ages 5-12 Must have completed kindergarten E.D. Croskey Recreation Center Mondays-Fridays May 31-July 29 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

Each week a new theme will be introduced so that your child can explore the different aspects of local government in FUN, interactive ways! Topics such as Public Safety, Recreation and Parks, Planning and Budgets, Public Utilities, projects and more! Upon completion of the City Kids Camp, each participant will attend a City Council meeting and become a certified City Kid! Summer camp will be complete with weekly theme related field trips, swimming, movies and more! You must provide a packed lunch Tuesday, May 31 through Friday, June 3. Lunch and snacks will be provided Monday, June 6 through Friday, July 29. The camp fee is $55/week/camper. Preregister through July 25.

Exploration Camp

Ages 6-7 Discovery Center Monday-Friday June 13-17 July 18-22 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Join us for the launch of this new summer camp based on themes full of FUN and hands-on activities that will keep campers coming back year after year! Register at www.mydiscoverycenter.org.

Extended day available in the mornings. Fee is $95/week/camper.

June 6-10 Zombie Science June 13-17 Photography!

June 20-24 The Great Outdoors June 27-July 1 Be the Change July 11-15 Your Environmental Footprint July 18-22 Pirates!

These camps will get you MOVING and THINKING as you explore natural Florida with new friends. Extended day available. Camp fee is $100/ week/member and $110/week/nonmember.

Junior Lifeguard Camp Ages 11-15

Jervey Gantt Aquatic FUN Center Mondays-Fridays 8 a.m.-Noon June 20-24 Pre-register through June 13 Hampton Aquatic FUN Center July 18-22 Pre-register through July 11 This camp provides a FUN and exciting way to capture your teens’ attention and gives them a taste for professional lifeguarding. Must be able to swim front crawl 25 yards, submerge to a depth of 10 feet and tread water for one minute. $75/ person. Thank you to our sponsor, Lincoln Aquatics.

20 16/20 17 Sculpture Walk And Educational Scavenger Hunt

Tuscawilla Park Now-September 17, 2017 Sunrise to Sunset Take a stroll and enjoy the sculptures on display. Complete the sculpture scavenger hunt (sponsored by Family Times Magazine and Phillip D. Breske Photography) and receive your complimentary family admission to the Appleton Museum. Download your brochure at www.ocalafl.org/outdoorsculpture or pick up a copy when you start your walk at the Discovery Center, Eighth Avenue Adult Activity Center or the Recreation and Parks Administration building.

Swimming In Our Pools Is Cool!

Jervey Gantt Aquatic FUN Center 2390 SE 36 Avenue May 14-September 5 Carla 352-401-3918 Hampton Aquatic FUN Center 255 NW Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

May 21-September 5 Kelsey 352-401-3920 We offer Learn to Swim Lessons, Aquability, Aquasize/ Water Aerobics and Open Swim. If you want to have a private pool party or just need to reserve a table during open swim, WE CAN DO THAT!

Outdoor Outings DISCOVERY CENTER OUTDOOR CAMP

June 6-10, 13-17, 20-24; June 27-July 1; July 11-15, 18-22; 8:30am-4:30pm

Children ages 11 through 14 will explore a variety of themes, including “Zombie Science,” “The Great Outdoors,” “Pirates” and “Your Environmental Footprint.” mydiscoverycenter.org or (352) 401-3900

DISCOVERY CENTER ADVENTURE CAMP

SWIMAMERICA

Starts June 1; 7am-6pm

SwimAmerica will offer swim lessons on the College of Central Florida campus in Ocala.

Morning and evening classes available for children and adults.

Kids 11 through 15 years old can learn the basics of being a junior lifeguard.

Camp is held at the Jervey Gantt Aquatic FUN Center. ocalafl.org/recpark or (352) 368-5517

In addition to daily martial arts training, this summer camp includes fun, educational field trips, swimming and trips to the movies. amsmasites.com/AMSWeb/mawofocala or

ocalaaquatics.com/swim_america.asp or (352) 804-5438

HAMPTON & JERVEY GANTT AQUATIC FUN CENTER SWIM LESSONS

Throughout summer

This camp features field trips and outdoor activities for kids ages 8 to 12.

Themes include “Back to the Future,” “Super Hero Adventure” and “Master of Disaster.” mydiscoverycenter.org or

(352) 368-5517

DISCOVERY CENTER EXPLORATION CAMP

June 13-17; July 18-22; 8:30am-1:30pm

Kids ages 6 through 7 can participate in this new summer camp based on themes full of fun and hands-on activities. mydiscoverycenter.org or

(352) 401-3900

WAYNE’S WORLD OF PAINTBALL

June 20-24; July 18-22; 8:30am-5:30pm Kids ages 10 and up who are looking to have a good time with friends and shoot paintball should definitely check out the Wayne’s World summer camp. waynes-world.com or (352) 401-1801

CITY KIDS SUMMER CAMP

May 31-July 29; 7:30am-6pm Kids ages 5 through 12 (must have completed pre-K) will explore local government in a fun, interactive way at the E.D. Croskey Recreation Center, including going swimming and more. ocalafl.org/recpark or (352) 368-5517

MARTIAL ARTS WORLD

June 20-24; July 18-22; 8am-12pm

May 31-June 3; June 6-10, 13-17, 20-24; June 27-July 1; July 5-8, 1115, 18-22, 25-29; 8:30am-4:30pm

(352) 401-3900

JUNIOR LIFEGUARD CAMP

Throughout summer

Children ages 3 and older can learn to swim by certified swim instructors.

Call for dates and times. ocalafl.org

SUMMER MINI CAMP

June 13-17, 20-24; June 27-July 1; July 5-8, 11-15, 18-22, 25-29; 9am-2pm Kids ages 6 through 12 can enjoy fun summer activities such as arts and crafts, outdoor and indoor games, and theme days at the Forest Community Center in Ocklawaha. marioncountyfl.org or (352) 438-2840

XTREME KIDS SUMMER CAMP

May 31-August 9; 6:30am-6pm

Kids ages 6 through 12 will experience a variety of athletic activities, plus field trips and movies, at this camp hosted

by Too Your Health Spa. (352) 861-9474

OCALA POLICE DEPARTMENT’S P.A.C.C. CAMP

June 13-July 29; 7:30am-5:30pm Kids ages 6 through 12 can join the Ocala Police Department to learn about safety, D.A.R.E and more.

Frequent field trips are included. The camp is also looking for teens ages 15 and up to assist with the program. ocalapd.com or (352) 369-7133

OCALA KARATE DOJO SUMMER CAMP

May 30-June 3; June 6-10, 13-17, 20-24; June 27-July 1; July 5-8, 11-15, 18-22, 25-29; August 1-5, 5-12, 15-19, 22-26; 6:45am-6pm Kids ages 5 through 12 can train with national and state champions, take an anti-bully class, go on exciting field trips and visit area parks. ocalakarate.com or (352) 237-9076

OCALA BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU

May 31-August 9; 7am-6pm

Kids ages 5 through 13 will learn about martial arts, do arts and crafts, take daily field trips and enjoy pizza parties. ocalabjj.com or (352) 622-6562

(352) 307-0017

PARKS TAEKWONDO

May 30-June 3; June 6-10, 13-17, 20-24; June 27-July 1; July 5-8, 18-22, 25-29; August 1-5, 8-12; 9am-5pm Kids ages 5 through 12 can participate in fun outings and activities as well as martial arts training, ping pong, and arts and crafts classes each day. parkstkdfl.com or (352) 586-5212

FRANK DELUCA YMCA SUMMER CAMPS

June 1-August 12; 6:45am-6pm

Each week offers a different theme, as campers ages 5 through 15 enjoy games, science projects, field trips, singing songs and fitness fun. ymcacentralflorida.com or (352) 368-9622

SIZZLING SUMMER CAMP

May 30-August 15; 7:30am-6pm Kids ages 5 through 13 will enjoy everything from golf and archery to movies and field trips. Lunch is included. ocalafl.org/recpark or

(352) 368-5517

OCALA AQUATICS ADVENTURE SPLASH CAMP

June 6-10, 13-17, 20-24; June 27July 1; July 5-8, 11-15, 18-22, 2529; August 1-5; 9am-3:30pm This swim camp for ages 6 through 12 will provide instruction in a number of water activities and water games. ocalaaquatics.com or (352) 873-5811

GRACEWAY ACADEMY CAMP

PERRY’S SWIM SCHOOL

June 13-July 29

Perry’s Swim School will teach anyone over the age of 6 months how to swim in a heated pool. Dates and times vary. perryswimschool.com or (352) 732-5540

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GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL’S CAMP HOPE UF/IFAS EXTENSION MARION COUNTY 4H SUMMER PROGRAMS

July 18-22

Kids in kindergarten through sixth grade can develop skills in sports, teamwork, culture and outdoor pursuits. County and city organizations will stop by to share their knowledge. jmiller@gcsocala.org or

Marion County 4-H offers day camps for different ages with different adventures throughout the summer. kimberly.condurso@marioncountyfl.org or

(352) 387-3090

Master Gardener Marion Sprouts

CORNERSTONE DAY CAMP

June 6-10, 13-17, 20-24; June 27July 1; July 11-15, 18-22; 9am-4pm For children entering kindergarten through 10th grade, this year’s camp brings a different theme each week. thecornerstoneschool.org or (352) 351-8840

SONSHINE SUMMER CAMP

May 30-June 3; June 6-10, 13-17, 20-24; June 27-July 1; July 5-8, 1115, 18-22, 25-29; 8am-5:30pm Campers ages 5 through 11 will enjoy a week of field trips to the movie theater, museums, zoos, the bowling alley and much more. stjohnocala.org or

(352) 671-8404

LIFE (Financial Literacy)

June 6-August 5; 8am-5pm (before/after care available)

A four-day hands-on financial literacy program designed for intermediate and senior 4-H members to become familiarized with the fundamentals of financial literacy.

For ages 6 through 12, each week at this nature camp, located at Brick City Adventure Park, features a new theme, a field trip and plenty of fun activities. marioncountyfl.org/parks or (352) 671-8560

June 20-24; 8:30am-4:30pm

Food Science & Safety Training

Kids ages 8 through 14 will learn about the art and science of gardening through soils, garden pests, plant identification and more. (352) 671-8400

June 13-17; Monday-Thursday 8:30am4:30pm, Friday 8:30am-12pm Monday-Thursday 8:30am4:30pm, Friday 8:30am-12pm

Agriscience Sampler

July 18-22; 9am-4pm; Monday-Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm, Friday 8:30am-12pm Campers will dive into subjects such as: cooking, food production, veterinary science, equine science, gardening, agricultural technology, biotechnology and careers in agriculture. Field trips included.

FIREWISE NATURE CAMPS

July 5-8; Tuesday-Thursday 8:30am4:30pm, Friday 8:30am-12pm

Participants will be able to practice their cooking skills while learning about food nutrition and safety. Earn your food handler certificate upon passing course examination.

KAYAK/PADDLEBOARD MINI CAMP

June 13-16; July 18-21; 8am-2pm

Children ages 10 through 15 will learn the basic skills of kayaking and stand-up paddling. Camp will include local outings to test their skills. marioncountyfl.org/parks or (352) 671-8560

ARCHERY CAMP

June 27-July 1; August 1-5; 9am-12pm Children ages 9 through 15 can learn about the techniques of archery under safe supervision. marioncountyfl.org/parks or (352) 671-8560

FISH CAMP

Tech Wizard Camp

June 6-10, July 25-29; 8am-5pm

(352) 622-7275

July 11-15

HIGHLANDS BAPTIST LEARNING CENTER

Kids will take part in hands-on activities to learn about science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

Learn about bank and boat fishing, boating safety, types of tackle, casting tips, knot-tying and more. All campers will receive a rod and reel, tackle box and tackle. marioncountyfl.org/parks or

4-H20 Camp

(352) 671-8560

May 31-August 5; 7am-5:30pm

Children in kindergarten through fifth grade will see movies at the Marion Theatre, swim at Jervey Gantt, go skating and bowling and, on Fridays, enjoy a pizza day. hbclearningcenterocala.org or

(352) 694-2194

June 6-10; Monday-Thursday 8:30am4:30pm, Friday 8:30am-12pm

EXTREME ADVENTURE CAMP

Kids between the ages of 8 and 18 will learn about marine science, water quality and protecting our natural resources, all while enjoying outdoor activities.

June 20-24; July 5-8; July 11-15; 8am-5pm This camp for ages 9-15 includes kayaking, paddle boarding, tubing, hiking, ropes challenge, zip lining and tree climbing. marioncountyfl.org/parks or

(352) 671-8560

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THE DANCE COMPANY OF OCALA

Whether you want to introduce your little one to ballet or she wants to dance like a princess, there’s a camp for everyone this summer. vsdance.com or (352) 489-6756

Whether you want to dance like you’re a fairy or a ninja, The Dance Company of Ocala can make it happen this summer! dancecompanyocala.com or (352) 415-3350

Acrobatics Class

Summer Dance Intensive

Ballet and Broadway Camp

July 5-19; 5:30pm6:30pm; ages 7-10 July 5-19; 5:30pm-8:30pm; ages 11 and up

July 18-22; 9am-12pm; ages 5-11

Fairytale Camp

A variety of evening dance classes throughout July for ages 2 and up

Dance Intensive

May 10-August 30; ages 3 and up June 13-17; July 11-15; 10am5pm; ages 10 and up Baby Ballerina Camps

May 16-25; ages 18-36 months

Celebrity Princess/Royalty Dance Camp

July 18-22; ages 3 and up

July 11-15; 9am-12pm; ages 4-9

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July 25-29; 9am-12pm; ages 5-10

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SUMMER CAMPS

BEGINNER JAZZ - 4:30-5:15pm every Tues in June - ages 6-12

CHARACTER CAMP - July 11-14 9:00am-12:00pm - ages 3-6

BEGINNER TINY TOT - 5:15-6:00pm every Tues in June - ages 3-5

ACROBATICS WORKSHOP - June 13-16 & July 11-14 - 9:00am-12:00pm - ages 6-18

DANCE CAMP - June 20-23 & July 1821, 9:00am-3:00pm - ages 5-13

BALLET/POINTE WORKSHOP - July 11-15 - 4:00-8:00pm - ages 6-21

PRINCESS CAMP - June 13-16, 9:00am12:00pm - ages 3-6

FOCUS INTENSIVE - July 25-29 9:00am-4:00pm - ages 6-21

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Registration Days: August 8th and 9th

Classes Resume August 15th

Mary Ellen

School of Dance

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: SPANISH, BALLET, MUSIC, PIANO, ART, SOCCER 2967 NE SILVER SP RI NGS BLVD, OCAL A, FL 34470

Check our website or call 352-732-2030 for more info.

352-351-3140

maryellenschoolofdance@gmail.com

STEP UP SCHOLARSHIP FOR KINDERGARTEN THROUGH 5TH GRADE

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TRINITY CATHOLIC Football Camp 3-DAY CAMP Presented by: Head Coach Joe Sturdivant and Trinity Catholic’s Football Coaching Staff and Players

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BALCONY GYMNASTICS

June 6-August 9, week-long sessions; 7:30am-5:30pm Kids ages 5 through 12 will receive an introductory look at gymnastics, karate and dance while also playing games and making crafts. balconysports.com or (352) 401-3663

MARY ELLEN SCHOOL OF DANCE

No matter what you’re looking for when it comes to dance, there is a little something for everyone this summer at Mary Ellen’s. Times and prices vary. maryellenschoolofdance.com or

At PAC, each genre of performing arts will feature its own camp with a new theme each week. pacocala.com or

Overnight Ordeals

(352) 237-5678 Dance

9am-4pm; ages 5-teen June 20-24 (Circus) June 27-July 1 (Star Wars) July 11-15 (Christmas in July) Acrobatics

9am-12pm; intermediate and advanced dancers May 31-June 3

UF/IFAS EXTENSION MARION COUNTY 4-H

Marion County 4-H offers camps for different ages with different adventures throughout the summer. kimberly.condurso@marioncountyfl.org or

(352) 671-8404 4-H Legislature

June 27-July 1

(352) 732-2030 9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm; ages 5-9 June 6-9 July 18-21

Teens ages 14 through 18 will develop skills in debating (and put them to use), legislation and public speaking in Tallahassee.

Weekly Mini Mozart

4-H University

11-11:45am; ages 2-5 June 21, 28; July 5, 12, 19, 26

July 25-29

Academic Dance Camp

Acrobatic Workshop

Ages: 5-13 June 20-23 July 18-21

Ages: 6-21 June 13-16 July 11-14

Princess Camp

FOCUS Intensive

Ages: 3-6 June 13-16

Ages: 6-21 years old July 25-29

Pro Track Intensive

9am-4pm; ages 7-18 July 25-29

Ballet/ Pointe Intensive

Ages: 6-21 years old July 11-15

June 13-17; July 11-15; 9am-1pm

A camp full of dancing, gymnastics and karate, including snacks and crafts. facebook.com/GraceFullGymnastics or (352) 694-3055

BENSON ACADEMY OF DANCE

July 5-22

Join Marion Ballet Theatre’s Summer Dance Intensive to take your dance skills to the next level. Ages 6 and up will meet from 10am-4pm. The Kinder Summer Intensive for ages 4-6 will be 10am-12pm. marionballettheatre.org or

(352) 629-6155

PERFORMING ARTS CONSERVATORY

Located in Orange Springs on the edge of the Ocala National Forest, Camp Shalom is a Jewish coed overnight camp for kids and teens featuring traditional camp activities such as sports and outdoor recreation. campshalom.net or (352) 546-2223

CAMP KATERI

June 12-17, 19-24, June 26July 1; July 5-8, 10-15, 17-22 Open to all girls in grades first through 12th, each camp session features a different theme, from crafting to celebrations. girlscouts-gateway.org or

Teens ages 14 through 18 will learn about possible career opportunities, work with faculty and discover the University of Florida campus.

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All girls in grades first through 12th are welcome to attend full- or halfweek camps at Camp Wildwood, a Girl Scouts-run overnight camp, offering swimming, nature activities, barn dances and horseback riding. gswcf.org/summercamp or (813) 281-4475

Camp Cherry Lake Residential Camp

August 1-5

GRACE’FULL GYMNASTICS CAMP

CAMP SHALOM

June 12-July 29

Youth ages 8-18 can make new friends on scenic Cherry Lake in Madison, Florida. This is the overnight camp designated for 4-Hers from Marion County.

CAMP KIWANIS

CAMP WILDWOOD

June 19-July 30

FLORIDA FISH AND WILDLIFE CAMP

June 12-17, 19-24; June 26-July 1, July 10-15, 17-22, 24-29

Children ages 7 through 13 are invited to this traditional sleepover summer camp, full of safe and fun activities.

Camp runs Monday through Friday. campkiwanisocala.com or (352) 236-5401

Florida Fish and Wildlife offers a variety of camps throughout the summer for children ages 9 though 14, featuring different adventures, including fishing, archery, hunting and outdoor awareness. myfwc.com/

CAMP LA-NO-CHE

education/outdoor-skills/ocala-youth-camp or (352) 625-2804

June 13-17, 20-24; June 27-July 1; July 4-8

June 5-11, 12-18, 19-24; June 26July 2; July 3-9, 10-16, 17-23 Whether with a troop or on your own, boys can take part in this traditional scout camp located in Paisley, south of Ocala. camplanoche.com or (352) 669-8558

Editor’s Note: This is not a comprehensive list of summer camps. We made every attempt to research and contact as many camps as possible and to ensure accurate information was included. Dates, times, locations and details are subject to change at the camps’ discretion. Please contact the camp directly for up-to-date information.

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CONTROLLING THE CHAOS ANGELA & JOSEPH RUSSO TWINS DOMINIC AND NOAH, 2 MONTHS OLD

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arely are twins expected. That means the reveal can lead to some unnerving situations, which it did for new mom Angela Russo and her husband, Joseph. When she woke up one morning with pains, Joseph rushed her to the hospital. The couple hoped it wasn’t a miscarriage or serious complication. It wasn’t.

“We went back for ultrasounds, and the nurse was like, ‘Everything looks fine with you, and both babies seem to be fine.’ And I was like, ‘…what did you just say?’” Angela recalls.

The nurse began wheeling Angela back to the room where her husband was waiting. Angela pleaded with the nurse to tell her husband about the double trouble discovery because she didn’t think she could, but instead, she wheeled Angela into the room and shut the door. To say Joseph was shocked would be an understatement.

Angela’s pregnancy was higher risk due to the twins’ shared placenta (monochorionic-diamniotic, or MoDi for short). Her C-section was scheduled for 37 weeks, an ideal time before the babies get large enough they chance cutting off each other’s nutrient and blood supplies.

Doctors estimated incorrectly—it was closer to 35 weeks when the twins were delivered prematurely. Dominic wasn’t breathing well and had to be taken by ambulance to Shands. Noah wasn’t breathing at all and, at minutes old, took his first helicopter ride to Shands’ NICU, too.

“Hearing the helicopter leave the hospital knowing that your child is on it is just surreal.

That’s when they upped my medicine. I’d never

Hearing the helicopter leave the hospital knowing that your child is on it is just surreal.

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seen my husband cry, much less cry that hard,” Angela recalls. She didn’t see her children until three days later when she was finally discharged from Munroe.

“We spent the first 15 days of their life in the NICU. There were 11 other sets of twins, so having multiples, they don’t tell you the NICU is a possibility.” Had she understood that likelihood, she says she’d have opted to deliver at Shands to begin with.

Now a little over two months into motherhood, Angela has learned an immense amount of information and multiple-mom hacks, like how to feed twins.

These parents have stations in each room consisting of bouncers, swings, Boppy pillows or other safe places to feed both brothers or put one down while burping the other. Each station is equipped with a basket of essentials like pacifiers, wipes and aspirators. Why? Because when you’re feeding two hungry tikes, getting up is tough.

“It’s all about controlling chaos,” Angela chuckles. “I have a station in the living room, in my bedroom and in the nursery. I’m just now getting comfortable doing two at the same time.

Now I just tandem breastfeed, which is like ‘I am mother hear me roar.’”

Angela says she gets two to three hours of sleep each night with feedings every three hours, which take about two hours to complete with feeding, burping and changing duties doubled. Dominic and Noah rifle through 16 diapers daily, sometimes extra for bonus poops. Speaking of, she says Gripe Water is the best solution for her boys’ gas pains.

One of her main lessons was resisting the urge to take care of each baby individually, instead caring for them together to have breaks while they sleep.

The babies have also changed the way Angela and Joseph say ‘I love you’: by offering to handle baby care while the other naps and enjoying little moments together.

“I think the divorce rate for multiple parents is around 75 percent.

I don’t want to get into a routine of just maintenance. It’s having an understanding partner and having a present partner,” says Angela.

Mostly she and Joseph are about doing their best and just giving it, as Angela says, “the old college try,” letting herself experience motherly panic but understanding it’s just part of the job.

“Let me tell you about all the plans you think you have. ‘I’m not going to use pacifiers; I’m only going to breastfeed.’ Reality hits, and now I have binkies in every corner of the house. I’m surprised I don’t have one hanging off my neck,” she laughs. “So far I’ve Googled this entire motherhood. I’m sure my pediatrician’s going to drop us. I’ve shown up four times and called like 17. Now I call and they say, ‘Is this the Russo mom?’”

More than anything, after their rough entrance, she enjoys seeing her boys’ bond and develop.

“They’ll hold each other’s arms and hands without even realizing it. It’s amazing to see them learn. Every day is something new. It humbles you.

Like sunshine coming in, all of a sudden it’s bright out, and they’re like, ‘What’s that light? What’s that sound?’ When we go for a walk I can’t wait for them to really get to look at things like trees, look at grass. I can’t wait for that.”

KENDRA & KEVIN LANIER KADEN, 2 AND A HALF YEARS OLD, AND KENLEY, 5 MONTHS

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wo children under 3 for two working parents makes for full schedules. Kevin works at Duke Energy on a rotating schedule, and Kendra works part-time as a speech therapist, but they make it work smoothly.

“When I get home from work, usually if she’s cooking, Kenley will sit in her little bouncer and I’ll take Kaden outside to play just so he’s not in here trying to distract her,” says Kevin.

“I’m lucky in that he’s very involved, so it’s pretty evenly split, and he’s home during the week so he gets that time with them, too, and that’s really nice,” Kendra adds.

These two are only five months into balancing life with a toddler and a baby under one year, but they’re tackling it one day at a time and working out systems that fit their family for dinnertime, baths and bed.

“She sits in her bouncer while we eat, but she gets fussy, so usually one of us eats and the other holds her, so we have to switch who gets to eat,” says Kendra. “He used to give all the baths. Now he does Kaden and I do the baby, so we kind of split everything like that.”

“By the time he’s ready for bed, she’s ready to go to bed, and lately she’s wanting Mom to nurse to go to sleep, so she’s with her and I’m always putting him down,” Kevin adds.

Kendra says an additional challenge is splitting time between two, like during feedings when Kaden wants to be held, too.

“It’s a little bit of jealousy, so you’re feeling like you don’t want to jip him of time, but you still have to take care of a baby and you don’t want to jip her either,” she explains.

Kendra says the Ergobaby carrier and California Baby soap are some of their favorite products, but Bumbos, in their experience, were a total bust.

When asked if they get any unsolicited parenting advice, they said not anymore (since they seemed to do fine the first go ‘round).

“We do get a lot of ‘oh, a boy and a girl, you can be done!’ And we are done, but that’s kind of assuming,” Kendra explains.

They were also very intentional about preparing Kaden to become a big brother in some simple but genius ways.

“He noticed it early. As soon as my belly started changing, he was like, ‘Baby?’” Kendra recalls.

“We tried to explain it,” says Kevin. “You know, he’s not going to understand exactly what’s going on, but we tried to read books to him and talk about her all the time and tell him she’s coming soon.”

Then came the day when Kaden went to the hospital to meet Kenley.

“I brought him in there, and he was pretty excited. I don’t think he knew what to think at first, but I think he knew that’s who we were talking about. He was pretty taken aback by it,” says Kevin.

Everything you read kind of goes out the window.

Whatever comes up, you just deal with it.

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WORKING PARENTS MAKING IT WORK

“We had bought some gifts from Kenley to Kaden so he had a present from the baby,” Kendra says, which seems like the perfect way to make a good first impression on baby’s behalf.

Now Mom and Dad delight in seeing their children move through milestones and get closer every day.

“She can’t sit up by herself, but she can almost lift herself up if she’s sitting in your lap,” Kevin says. “You can connect with her more. She smiles, and she notices that you’re in the room.”

“And with Kaden, his communication is getting more complex. His sentences are more complete, so it’s fun to communicate that way. He’s becoming a big boy,” Kendra smiles. “The other morning he was trying to help put on her shoes. He’s just really loving. When she’s in the Jumperoo, he’ll talk to her and she’ll laugh. It’s been really cool to see their relationship start to form.”

Fortunately, with one pregnancy and infancy down, the nagging fear of “are we doing this right?” has mostly dissipated for this pair.

“For me, a lot of the doubts of having an infant were gone,” Kevin says.

“It feels like since we’ve been through it one time, it’s not as hard with her.”

“You don’t have time to be as worried,” Kendra laughs.

With their family settling into new routines, Kevin sums up their parenting philosophy simply: “Everything you read kind of goes out the window.

Whatever comes up, you just deal with it. There’s really no set ways to raise a kid. I think it’s just however you decide to do it. There’s not a wrong way, just different.”

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Game Night

Having friends over for game night is one of my favorite ways to entertain.

One of our favorites is Pictionary.

Skip the tiny scratch pads and buy a couple sketch pads at your local dollar store. I’ve even done it using a big dry erase board on an easel.

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Other great choices for a group game night are Cranium, Guesstures and an all-time favorite guaranteed to produce laughs, Taboo. (Recently, we’ve been playing “Chicken Foot” dominoes, which is fun but not as laughter-inducing as the other games mentioned.)

You’ll want even numbers of people so you can break into at least two teams. I’ve found eight people is a great number because you can usually fit around a big table if playing a board game, although games like Guesstures or Taboo don’t require a writing/ drawing surface.

Because the focus is on the games, you don’t need a sit-down dinner, but

of course, no gathering is complete without food. I always make a dessert and an appetizer, and then ask each person/couple to bring their favorite appetizer or finger food to share.

As host/hostess, you provide beverages and all the tableware. (Go with sturdy disposables to save clean up time.)

We’ve found it works well to socialize and eat first, and then play a round or two of whatever game you chose and take a break for dessert.

I’ve had more than a few game nights where my stomach muscles were literally sore the next day from laughing so much. A definite sign of a successful gathering!

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So your husband is known for

Progressive Dinner

Round up your “foodie” friends for this one. Three couples is the perfect number for this evening. With a little pre-planning, you’ll enjoy a leisurely, memorable time together with great company and great eats.

There are two ways you can play it, and your decision really depends on the couples you involve. The idea is to eat a three-course meal together, but here’s the fun part: Eat each course at a different location. That means you’ll be eating at either three different restaurants or at each couple’s house.

You’ll start with an appetizer at the first location, have the main course at the second and finish the evening with dessert at the third.

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If you prefer a no-effort kind of evening, opt for restaurants. If everyone likes to entertain, then divvy up the courses and progress from house to house.

So your husband is known for whipping up an amazing beef brisket, while your best friend is the queen of desserts. If someone has a specialty, this is the time to showcase it. The idea is for the evening to be fun for all—with a minimum amount of stress—so unless everyone is on board with cooking, pick three restaurants instead.

Should you go the restaurant route, choose a weeknight if at all possible to avoid wait times. Otherwise, be sure to allow enough time between spots and, ideally, choose restaurants that are all in the same neighborhood. (Hello, downtown!) You can simplify things even more by selecting restaurants that are all within walking distance.

(Did I mention downtown?) You’ll only have to find parking once and will benefit from walking off a few calories between courses.

Yard Games & Co okou t

Remember when you used to play outside until Mom called you in for dinner? Make the most of spring’s beautiful evenings by playing in the yard. All you need are a few likeminded friends, a good yard game, a grill and an easy-to-cook meal.

(Another plus is that the entire evening can be spent outside, so you can skip cleaning the whole house!)

In my family, the yard game of choice has always been croquet. We tease my mother about being the “Croquet Nazi.” Young or old, you had

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to play by the rules, and she wasn’t going to let any of us win unless we beat her fair and square. (I still remember the delight my brother had at finally being able to best her.)

Croquet, bocce ball, badminton, horseshoes and beanbag toss/cornhole are all great options for yard games.

Pick up the supplies at a sporting goods or “big box” store. If you already have the game, but don’t remember the rules, a quick Internet search will provide those.

If hosting families with children, the kids will enjoy having a separate part of the yard where they can play their own games (No lawn darts or horseshoes if kids are around, please!), and you can still easily keep an eye on them.

Plan a simple meal you can cook on the grill once you’ve determined who’s the king/queen of yard game competition. Think BBQ chicken, ribs, hamburgers, hot dogs or even pizza.

If you’re hosting the party, plan on providing the main course, dessert and beverages, plus all the serving supplies. Opt for sturdy disposable plates to lessen clean-up time. Ask guests to bring an appetizer or side dish and your meal is complete.

Plan your gathering to allow a couple hours of socializing and playing the game(s) before you eat.

Fire Pit & S’mores

It doesn’t get much more low key than this, but it’s a great way to socialize.

My friends and I have “solved” all the world’s problems—or at least had a few good laughs—sitting around the fire on a starry night.

The requirements are few. You’ll need a chimenia, patio fire pit or, if you live outside the city and have the right spot for it, a safe place for a small bonfire. For seating, hay or straw bales are a nice touch, as are log seats, but lawn chairs are more comfortable and easier to come by. Be sure to have plenty of dry, well-seasoned wood on hand so you can keep that fire going as late as your guests linger.

Some friends will probably bring their own adult drinks, but you should have beverages available. Alcoholic or not is up to you.

I like to whip up a cobbler or similar easy dessert ahead of time and bake it so it’s still warm when we sit down and get the fire going. An even simpler

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option is to have the makings for s’mores on hand and let those guests who are so inclined make their own sweet treat.

Set out a tray with graham cracker packages, chocolate bars and a couple bags of marshmallows, along with napkins and long metal skewers or marshmallow roasting sticks so guests can help themselves.

Plan this gathering for after dinner.

You want it to be totally dark so you can enjoy the fire. And if one of your friends plays guitar and sings a bit, all the better.

Craft Night

Unless your menfolk are really into their feminine sides, this one is for the girls.

As hostess, it’s up to you to pick a craft or two that can easily be completed in an evening for your

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guests to take home.

Be sure to pick something that isn’t too complicated; you want to have time to eat, not just create.

Go online and peruse Pinterest to find great craft ideas. You can also find inspiration at local craft supply stores. I’ve done this numerous times having my friends make ornaments.

Other ideas include making cards, a piece of jewelry, mixed media collages, painting ceramics or some kind of seasonal craft.

As hostess, you buy all supplies for whatever craft(s) you decide on.

(When you invite friends, designate a firm RSVP date so you aren’t buying more supplies than necessary.) Before guests arrive, set up crafting stations with all supplies organized and sets of directions clearly printed on sheets of paper for each guest. You’ll want to make a sample ahead of time, so guests can look at the created item to know what the finished craft should resemble.

I’ve found tables that seat six people work well. Having two or more crafting tables set up is best, especially if you are doing more than one craft that evening. (To spare the table surface, slip a twin size fitted sheet over top if your crafting materials might get messy.)

Adult beverages can make your crafting session even more fun.

Serving wine or making a single cocktail in a large pitcher is an easy way to do this. You can also create a coffee bar (make sure to have a pot of decaf, too) and include flavored creamer and liquor, such

as Kahlua, Baileys and Amaretto as optional additions.

Appetizers and finger foods are the best option for a craft night. You can ask guests to bring a favorite or put out the whole spread yourself. People usually ask, “What can I bring?”, so let them contribute.

A cute gift bag to take home the crafts your guests have made is a nice touch.

Wine Tasting

A wine tasting isn’t as demanding as a dinner party and you’ll have as much fun as your guests. Six to 12 guests is the perfect number.

Four to five different wines is a good choice. You can pick a few of the bestselling wines from regional wineries or stop in a favorite local wine shop and ask for recommendations.

Be prepared with enough wine. One bottle can pour five regular glasses, but for a tasting, you’ll only pour 1 1/2 to 2 ounces, so each bottle will allow for six to 10 tastings.

Get the temperature right! Dry white wines should be chilled to

between 50 and 55 degrees, while reds should be between 60 and 65 degrees.

You don’t want to serve food during the tasting (other than something to cleanse the palate), so time your party for late afternoon, after dinner or so that you can offer a hearty spread of finger foods following the tasting. Specify on the invites if you’re serving food later so guests know what to expect.

Good French bread, neutral crackers or fresh, lightly salted mozzarella are good choices to eat between wines, as they help remove flavors from the mouth.

Yes, you want to set a pretty table display, but avoid scented candles or floral arrangements: their odors can interfere with wine flavors. Arrange wine bottles on the counter or table, along with a wine opener/corkscrew, stemmed wine glasses, napkins, crackers, bread, water glasses and a pitcher of ice water.

At a traditional wine tasting, you taste the wine, then spit it out. If you go this route, you can have an actual spittoon (or a large bowl) in the center of the table, or small paper cups for each guest.

As you sample each wine, tell the guests what they’re about to drink and pour a small amount into each glass.

You’ll want to swirl the wine in the glass to let it “breathe” for a few seconds, then inhale and smell deeply before tasting. The first sip should be a small one. Swirl it around your mouth to better judge the flavor. Then swallow or, if you’re the driver, make use of that handy paper cup and spit it out.

Provide wine tasting grids (you can find them on the Internet or at a wine shop), or small notebooks for each guest to jot their thoughts about each wine and take home as a memento of the evening.

Once the tasting is over, invite your guests to help themselves to food you’ve prepared ahead. Ideal choices include:

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Charcuterie platter Cheese straws Breadsticks Assorted olives Cheese (Asiago, provolone, or Parmesan are good choices) Melon balls wrapped with prosciutto Sliced pears Pistachios Squares of rich dark chocolate

Charcuterie Platter

Assemble beforehand and refrigerate. Take out about 20 minutes prior to serving so meats reach room temperature.

• Thinly sliced prosciutto • Thinly sliced dried Italian salami • Thinly sliced turkey • Cocktail onions • Gherkins • Dijon mustard • Marinated artichoke hearts, drained • Baguette slices

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With his recent acceptance to the University of Florida, she’s excited to see his dream of being a Gator come true.

Michelle gives back to the community and is proud of all her philanthropic efforts. She’s a life member of Ocala Royal Dames for Cancer Research and the President of the Ocala Sunset Rotary Club and she performed the Argentine tango in Dancing with the Docs.

“When I look at my life, the “Life’s an adventure, and I love two things I’m most proud experiencing all I can,” she says. of is being a mom and She stays in touch with her family as being a wife to a man who much as she can and recently celebrated inspires others with his her wedding anniversary with her giving heart.” husband, Frank.

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The original Ivy House, located in Williston, Florida, opened in 1993. A dream that started in Marjorie “Mimi” Hale’s farm kitchen became a reality years later.

Customers dining for the first time should try the Baked Krispy Chicken or Southern Fried Shrimp and, for dessert, the Chocolate Midnight Cake, just to name a few.

“Our cookbook, Gracefully Southern, features a collection of family recipes and Southern tradition,” says Waica Micheletti.

“Cooking is a way of life for us; it is a work of “Ivy House is family owned art meant to be relished.” and operated,” says Waica.

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t’s all about fashion, fine jewelry and fun for Teddie Gause, vice president and CEO, and her daughter, Cammie McLeod, head buyer and designer. This mother-daughter duo runs Gause & Son Jewelers in downtown Ocala, where it’s been for 65 years.

Winning the National Jewelers Hall of Fame award in New York City and the Morris B. Zale Award, Gause & Son Jewelers brings in pieces from many famous jewelry designers from all over the world. They are one of the oldest Rolex dealers in Florida, a fact Teddie and Cammie are very proud of.

Working together every day for 30 years, Teddie and Cammie hand select fashion pieces of jewelry they sell to their carriage trade customers. Both mother and daughter grew up in Ocala and enjoy being aware of true jewelry fashion trends. Roberto Coin, Tacori diamonds and Frederick Sage are designers sold exclusively at Gause & Son Jewelers.

Their professional staff of diamond experts, master Rolex watchmaker, master goldsmith, gemologists and estate buyers help make your shopping experience unique.

Teddie knows that Cammie is committed to carrying on the Gause legacy for generations to come, and they make working together fun, Teddie married the enjoying tennis, girls night out and boy next door, Jerry traveling to jewelry shows all over Gause—president and the world.

CEO of Gause & Son For a truly memorable shopping Jewelers—and thanks experience, come downtown to their him for making it beautiful store.

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he mind and body play an important part in the spiritual connection we have with ourselves, work, friends and family. After seeing Herbalife work wonders for her daughter, Susan tried it herself. The results were so fantastic she got into the business herself.

“I hope to be able to change other’s lives just as these products have changed my life,” she says.

After a wellness evaluation, Susan, also Susan’s favorite TV a Senior Mortgage Banker for Ameris Bank, show is Chopped. and her Herbalife clients discuss how the “Pull out what you have body works with healthy nutrition, control in the fridge and create and how to achieve the connection they a healthy dish. Dinner are wanting with themselves and others. is served. The kids are Through a variety of services, classes and happy, and Mom and Dad camps, Susan can help. can relax.”

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here are so many special moments in life. Natalie Sims, owner of Edible Arrangements of Ocala, helps people celebrate all of them. Natalie and her team take pride in delivering the freshest, most beautiful hand-crafted fruit bouquets and chocolate dipped fruit gifts for holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, graduation, business gifts and more.

“It is truly a privilege to be able to help people celebrate all that’s good in life,” says Natalie.

Open in Ocala since 2007, Natalie took over Natalie began ownership in October 2014 to complement her her career as Edible Arrangements franchise in Gainesville she a professional opened in 2008. photographer and Edible Arrangements of Ocala is open Monday credits her Edible through Saturday, offering same-day pickup and Arrangements delivery and Edible to Go items, including fruit design skills and salads, parfaits and single-serve dipped fruit. attention to detail to

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Broker / Owner, GRI When asked what makes Southern Charm the fastest growing boutique agency in the area, she says it’s their outside-of-the-box approach. By embracing proven agent support systems, SCR is able to communicate with customers more effectively and market homes more extensively.

Fun Fact: Jeanne lived in 12 cities in one year for a job.

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Realtor No one knows the equine market and its buyers’ needs like Pamela. She’s dedicated to providing her clients with the personal attention they deserve and ensures every deal is done efficiently but properly. She earned the MLS Award for Outstanding Achievers.

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Broker Associate, GRI Ashley makes her Type A personality work for her clients through organization and communication. She loves seeing her customers’ excitement on the day of closing, knowing she’s done her best to educate them about the market and feel at ease with the buying/ selling process. Her MLS Award for Outstanding Achievers is well-deserved!

Fun Fact: Ashley is the mother (and referee) to three beautiful boys.

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Realtor, GRI Tasha started in real estate after working in the mortgage industry for eight years and the title industry for three. She now specializes in serving first-time buyers and relocation customers.

After winning the MLS Award for Outstanding Achiever and Rookie of the Year, something rarely accomplished, it’s clear she’s in the right profession today.

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breast cancer diagnosis can wreak havoc on all aspects of life, including a woman’s self image, which is why Lori Timmreck opened All About You Women’s Boutique.

“I wanted to give women with breast cancer a chance to feel beautiful again,” she says.

The boutique is a participating provider with many insurance companies and offers fittings for camisoles, bras, breast forms, custom breast forms, lymphedema compression garments, wigs, turbans and much more.

One of Lori’s biggest successes? She’s partnered with non-profit All4OneAlliance to help get brand-new supplies for women with breast cancer who don’t have insurance.

“We make and sell calendars with women who are local survivors and put them in a fashion show,” Lori explains.

Lori has always dreamed of “The money stays here to help local women. The best part taking a dream vacation to is watching their faces light up while walking down the Hawaii. Aloha! runway with their heads held high, feeling beautiful.”

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And Elisha Lopez, along with her husband, Luis, has done just that.

Realty World is the fastest growing real estate company in the market place. Their secret? The duo provides 24/7 support for their agents, extensive training, one-on-one mentoring and cutting-edge technology to streamline their agents’ business.

Elisha, also a licensed real estate instructor, has helped many agents achieve top professional awards in the last year alone and knows what to look for when spotting a great agent. And that’s something both Elisha, her Elisha’s favorite place agents and their clients can be excited about. in Ocala is the historic

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ike mother, like daughter! Cathy and Summer’s shared passion for both real estate and life in general shines through in their combined 43year real estate career. From homes to land, this duo can sell anything countywide. They are committed to friendly, extraordinary service and make it their goal to achieve your real estate goals, along with obtaining repeat customers and referrals from happy buyers and sellers. Cathy and Have you ever noticed Summer are proud to call a cute golden retriever Ocala their hometown, and sign on someone’s they definitely love the area. property? That’s Cathy Let them share that pride and Summer’s eyewith you! catching sign!

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uilding long-lasting relationships with real women is what drives Vanessa Thomas. The owner of Advanced Aesthetics for nearly two decades,Vanessa loves helping her clients reclaim their natural beauty.

“Our clients become our friends,” says Vanessa. “This is what drives us to always provide the best service possible. Our joy comes from their happiness.”

Vanessa is committed to providing the latest technology and treatments.

Vanessa is very “You have to be on the cutting edge,” she says. passionate about interior “That’s why we believe in only using the latest design.

Her modern yet technologies to help our customers be the best they timeless style and beauty can be, non-surgically and naturally.” infuses every inch of her Advanced Aesthetics offers real solutions for offi ce, one which she individuals of all ages who want to remove unwanted personally decorated. hair, contour their body or address skin care and antiIn fact, many of her aging concerns in a comfortable private setting.

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ax season isn’t something most of us look forward to, but for Fanny Cruz, it was a welcome change after working in the medical field for nine years.

Now she finds joy in serving her clients.

“The greatest reward is all the clients that I have helped with tax law knowledge that they have not had with their previous tax preparer.”

Besides preparing taxes, Tax Pros provides credit repair assistance and a debt program to help homeowners pay off their homes in 8 to 12 What motto does years. And they’re not stopping there.

Fanny live her life “My vision for the future of this business is to by? “Do one thing offer my clients more services, like retirement every day that makes plans and life insurance, which we’re already you happy.” working on,” she says.

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s a former successful business owner, Pat Roaderick is committed to her clients, and it shows as a million dollar seller. With 35 years in Ocala, she’s excited to help you find your perfect home.

Trina Berry adds that it’s important to have someone with experience guiding you through the buying or selling process. As a Top Agent with more than 20 years of service and a member of the multi-million dollar club, Trina’s dedication shows.

Ocala native Kimber Hoopengarner began her second career as a Realtor in 2007 and quickly became a million dollar producer. With extensive family The ladies aren’t only in the area, Kimber is ready to co-workers, they’re also help you find your next dream good friends. “We’re home or sell your current one. friends… helping each

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MidState Skin recently opened a second office on Ocala’s southwest side to better accommodate patients.

“It is a beautiful office,” she says, “and I am so proud of how it has grown.”

But that’s not the only improvement coming to MidState Skin.

Dr. Cauthen is also proud to announce physician Dr. Chrissy Mitchell will be joining the team at the Jasmine location beginning in July.

“She has been an attending physician at UF for the last eight years and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our practice,” Dr. Cauthen says.

And if you’re preparing for your first appointment, Dr. Cauthen has some pointers.

“Relax. A thorough dermatology exam can feel intimidating because patients often get insecure about undressing. Truth is, we all come in different shapes and sizes, and it’s nothing to be embarrassed about.”

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Methods such as frying or grilling may increase the risk of various types of cancer, including kidney cancer. Other studies have shown that consuming well-done, fried or charred meat is associated with an increased risk of colorectal, pancreatic and prostate cancer. Cooking meat too long at too high of a temperature creates chemical compounds that can cause changes in DNA, which may lead to the increased risk of cancer. During the study, participants who had been diagnosed with cancer as well as healthy, cancer-free participants were tested.

The results showed that, on average, people who had been diagnosed with cancer consumed more hightemperature-cooked meat. Other cooking methods, such as baking, broiling or using a slow cooker do not have the same increased risk.

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Check out the bulk food spouts near the produce section. There you’ll find a treasure trove of new ingredients like pine nuts for healthy salad garnishes and homemade pesto.

Stock up on millet to substitute for rice. It can also be used to make nutritious “cakes,” like little veggie cakes loaded with greens to pack in lunches throughout the week. This is also where you can grab chia seeds to test that overnight chia pudding popular on Pinterest.

Flax seed is one of the real workhorses in the bulk food section. You can use it to make bread, healthy pizza crust (if that whole cauliflower crust thing didn’t work out for you), energy bars and bites, smoothies, muffins or just let it soak and eat it like oatmeal. Bet you’ve never tried these, huh?

Browse the produce! Leeks, which look like buff green onions but have a more delicate onion-y flavor, are an easy first step into ingredient experimentation. Try roasting them with salt and olive oil for a dinner side or adding them to a gratin alongside potatoes. Swiss chard goes in pastas or salads or can be sautéed and served solo, like spinach.

Operation: Interesting Ingredients

Ask any professional chef and they’ll say the best way to become a better home cook is this: When you go to the store, bring home one ingredient you’ve never cooked with before and make something new. We’ve perused the aisles of our local grocery, and here are some ingredients we noticed for the first time.

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Anything potatoes can do, yucca can do better.

When yucca is in season, try homemade oven yucca fries. They’re also yummy in hash browns, stews and pot roasts, and you can even mash them like their starchy potato cousins. Go crazy!

If you’re looking for an environmentally friendly milk alternative, hemp milk is a solid choice and adds a nutty flavor to savory sauces or baked goods (think coffee cake or breakfast muffins).

Stroll the international aisle for new flavors, but definitely pause to pick up some barley water. Barley is loaded with B vitamins, iron, calcium, magnesium, manganese, selenium, zinc and antioxidants, and drinking barley waters and teas is an ancient health practice. They come in a variety of fruit flavors for drinking or cooking with—they could make a fun salad dressing base.

Sardines get a bad rap for being nothing more than stinky canned fish, but they’re pretty tasty if you give them a chance. A sardine lemon linguini is light and flavorful, or make a fish spread for crackers and crusty bread before the next spring cookout. Jarred whitefish is an easy addition to seafood gumbo, too.

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Paul Greenberg, author and New York Times contributor, says there are four fish the entire world overeats: shrimp, cod, tuna and salmon. Biodiversity is the ocean’s forte, so stop by your store’s seafood counter for something different: mackerel.

It repopulates quickly, meaning they’re more sustainable to eat, and they pack loads of omega-3s and protein (a 3-ounce filet has 20 grams!).

Bring home bamboo shoots and water chestnuts to add texture to any Asian dish, like a stir-fry or curry. Be sure to grab some ginger paste from the refrigerated produce section, too. It’s so super flavorful and loaded with health benefits, unlike seasoning with plain old salt. (You can also opt for dried ginger powder from the seasonings section if you won’t use a whole tube of paste before it expires.)

One of the easiest ways to mix up your menu at home is with new seasonings—they’re inexpensive and super easy to swap in for a tired spice in your favorite recipe. Caraway seed is a staple in traditional European cuisine and boasts tons of health benefits like high amounts of zinc, copper, iron and more. It’s most commonly used as a condiment, like black pepper, and has a warm, biting flavor. Sprinkle it on your next savory dish and you may not be able to put it down again.

No, it’s not rainbow celery, it’s rhubarb. It packs antioxidants, fiber, vitamin K, vitamin C, calcium, potassium and magnesium and is said to lower cholesterol. It’s tart like celery but historically has been paired with sugar and fruit, earning the title of “the pie plant.” You can also do just about anything to it in the kitchen. Consider trying rhubarb bars, rhubarb tarts, rhubarb sorbet, rhubarb cocktails, rhubarb salsa or even rhubarb barbecue sauce.

Ponzu is another delicious way to infuse your food with flavor. It’s a citrusy vinegar sauce that goes with veggies, poultry and seafood and is amazing dumped on top of rice or noodles. Mix it into stir-fry to add some zest or use it to create an Asian-inspired marinade.

Tamarind is popular in Mexico, India and other countries for flavoring seafood and poultry but especially in desserts and beverages.

Pick it up in the spice or international aisle to make an orange tamarind glaze for chicken or tamarind chile ice pops for summer.

Melodia Latin Cuisine, owner Kevin Hudson would like to welcome new and previous guests alike to the new Mambo Café. Apart from their renowned burritos, also included on the menu are dishes favoring Cuban, Mexican and Latin-inspired flavors. One item the crowd has already deemed delish is the Arroz Con Pollo, a Spanish and Latin American dish of chicken and rice simmered with tomatoes, stock and herbs.

Guests can enjoy live jazz music on Wednesday, karaoke on Thursday, Latin music on Friday and Caribbean music on Saturday. Open Monday through Wednesday from 11a to 9p, Thursday 11a to 12a and Friday and Saturday 11a to 3a. › 128 SW Broadway St., Ocala › (352) 450-8226

The Cheez Kake Bakery › In the mood for a trip to Paris, but running late for work? No worries. Stop by this quaint bakery and order a mini éclair to go. In the mood for generosity? Pick up a 12-pound special order Cheeze Kake to share with your office. Better yet, eat it yourself.

Hey, a Danish or two never hurt anyone. Plus, at this bakery, you can order cheesecake in any flavor or combination you would like. Open Monday through Saturday from 7a to 5p. Closed Sunday › 9360 S US Highway 441, Suite 6, Ocala › (352) 307-7711

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various dietary needs, including meals that are gluten free, paleo friendly and safe for diabetics. The Organic Chef Café will feature healthy, organic options and everyday, home-style meals and will also include “Graband-Go” meals that are prepared and ready to be cooked so that any busy schedule can be accommodated. Open Monday through Friday from 7a to 7p and Saturday from 8a to 2p. › 3200 SE 17th Street, Ocala › (352) 474-2054

#InstaFoodie How to snap the best food photos for Instagram.

Amateur food shots spoiling your daily Instagram scroll? We know food photos can be frustrating for both those posting and those viewing them. Though crafting the perfect food photo can seem like an elusive task, these 10 tips will show you how, with a little practice, you can take your foodie gram game up a notch.

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Forget the flash

Ideally, you want natural light to flood your food setup. Without natural light, it might be best to save your photo for another day because no filter or amount of editing will give your photo the same brightness and clarity.

Use your phone’s camera

You can adjust your phone’s light and HDR settings and use the builtin grid to center your photo. Plus, you’ll have a copy of the original after uploading to Instagram.

Explore angles

Aerial shots of food can be stunning, but they’re not your best bet in a restaurant with harsh lighting. Commercial food photographer Trudy Schuringa suggests shooting at a 45-degree angle to best capture your food while downplaying the harsh light.

Framing

Sometimes you don’t need to shoot the whole plate. Aim to fit threefourths of the dish or main course in your photo to bring more focus to the food.

Keep it steady

When you have trouble keeping your phone steady, use a small tripod or press the “+” volume button when taking photos to avoid fuzziness.

Avoid zooming in

Using your phone’s zoom will decrease image quality, so get as close as you can to your food setup before snapping the photo.

Set the scene

The props in your photo should have a purpose. That means no crumpled napkins or receipts in the background. Think: white linens, a rustic chopping block and a clean background.

Food Got You Down?

Tell a story

Steer clear of the humble brag by telling stories with your food photos. New York chef and former food stylist Camille Becerra suggests taking photos of your work area if you’re making the food for your photo. Don’t be afraid of the mess, and use the caption to share a story about the process.

Edit

Use apps like VSCO Cam and Foodie to brighten, focus, blur and filter your photos. Both are free on iOS and Android devices.

For those who think foodies still ruin the gram, just know that they are enjoying their food more than you are, according to a 2016 study by the Journal of Consumer Marketing. Odds are you’ll end up loving their new and improved food photos more than you think. And you might start taking some yourself.

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Sources: huffingtonpost.com, rappler.com, olivemagazine.com, cbc.ca, pastemagazine.com

Lighting

You may be tempted to use a flash in some restaurants, but according to Schuringa, “It’ll make your food look pasty, too bright and just plain terrible.” In a jam, she suggests using a flashlight and aluminum foil to reflect more light. Too much trouble? Ask for a window seat next time.

Off the Hook Bar & Grill › Craving some authentic Peruvian cuisine? We thought so. Start the meal off right with an order of Anticuchos, juicy kebabs marinated in a panca red sauce, a splash of red wine vinegar, a hint of cumin and the golden touch of inca yellow peppers, served with Peruvian corn and sliced golden potatoes.

In the mood for something lighter? Try a soup from the variety of mint and spice-splashed favorites or a Sanguche de Pavo, a classic turkey sandwich with homemade mayo and gravy. Looks like we are heading to dinner early tonight! Open Tuesday through Sunday from 11a to 9p. Closed Monday. › 10901 S US Highway 441, Belleview › (352) 307-0661

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3405 SW College Road, Ocala › (352) 237-3151 › tonysushi.com Mon-Thu 11a-10p › Fri & Sat 11a-11p › Sun Noon-10p With abundant menu choices and over 100 off-menu rolls, you certainly won’t run out of options at Tony’s Sushi. If you can’t decide, the waitstaff is excellent at suggesting items you’re sure to enjoy. Every roll and sushi dish is made to order from the freshest ingredients. In the steakhouse area, highly trained chefs prepare a memorable meal as they cook on the tableside grills, preparing chicken, steak or seafood just the way you like it. Entrées include soup or salad and rice. Family-friendly, casual atmosphere, along with a full bar, including imported Japanese sake and beer selections.

We cater! Let us create an unforgettable menu for your next event. Check out new items on our menu. Enjoy one of our specialty drinks at our new backyard tiki bar. Live music on Fridays. Family owned and operated. Brooklyn’s Backyard— Good Beer, Better Food!

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Tilted Kilt

3155 E Silver Springs Boulevard, Ocala (352) 351-5458 › ocala.tiltedkilt.com Mon-Thu 11a-11p › Fri-Sat 11a-Midnight › Sun 11a-10p Next time you’re in the mood for a taste of Ireland, look no further than Ocala’s very own Tilted Kilt Pub & Eatery. Their classics will have you convinced that you’ve just taken a one-way flight to Dublin. Favorites such as fish & chips, shepherd’s pie and Gaelic chicken in an Irish whiskey cream sauce all served by beautiful lasses in kilts will leave you wanting more! Menu items as low as $6 from 11am-3pm make The Tilted Kilt the perfect place for a quick bite to eat during lunch. Stop by with the whole family to enjoy TV on the big screens, games, good service and great food! Scan this QR code to see our calendar of events.

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You may think you know international desserts—baklava, cannoli, macarons—but every creed and country has its own special sweet to celebrate an occasion or cap off a good meal. Here are some of the top desserts around the world, not including the familiar:

THAI MANGO WITH COCONUT STICKY RICE might be enough to warrant a vacation to Thailand. Imagine rice covered in sweet coconut milk surrounded in ripe mango and just a hint of mint. We’re already booking our tickets.

2. Each year, newspaper Algemeen Dagblad holds a competition to see who in Holland can make the best OLIEBOLLEN, meaning oily balls. These deep fried doughnut spheres have raisins inside and are sprinkled with powdered sugar like a much-better funnel cake.

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BANOFFEE PIE BECAME POPULAR IN 1972 AT A RESTAURANT IN ENGLAND AND IS NOW REPLICATED ALL OVER THE COUNTRY. FROM THE BOTTOM UP, THE LAYERS CONSIST OF BUTTERY BISCUIT CRUST, CARAMEL, BANANA SLICES AND WHIPPED CREAM. 4. MOCHI is a paste made from a glutinous rice called mochigome and then formed into balls, wrapped around a scoop of ice cream or stuffed with sweetened bean pastes.

5. FALOODEH, also called Persian ice, is made of rose water, sugar, vermicelli and fresh lime juice and then frozen into what sounds like the most elegant, refreshing icy dessert ever. It can then be garnished with sour cherry syrup, raspberries, blackberries, mint or pistachios. Is all of the above an option? We’ll go with that.

6. PICARONES are Peru’s donut, but these fried Os are made of a mixture of flour, yeast, sweet potato, squash and anise. Krispy Kreme will have to watch its back if these ever make it stateside.

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BRIGADEIROS are a Brazilian dessert monument, a chocolate truffle made of cocoa, butter and condensed milk, and then rolled in chocolate sprinkles. They became popular in 1945 when Brigadeiro Eduardo Gomes ran for office. He was a cutie patootie, so ladies across Brazil made these, his favorite treat, to sell as campaign fundraisers.

9. Indonesia loves its pancakes, too, but in the form of DADAR GULUNG, which means rolled pancake. The green pancake is made from pandanus leaves, stuffed with coconut sugar and rolled into the sweetest dessert burrito known to mankind.

10. We’re jealous of New Zealanders for getting to eat PAVLOVA much more regularly than us. It’s a meringue cake, crunchy on the outside but still soft on the inside (magic), and then topped with generous amounts of whipped cream and fresh fruit. It used to be thought the dessert originated in New Zealand when a hotel chef there created the dish for ballerina Anna Pavlova in 1926, but recent investigation found over a hundred recipes for pavlova from England and America before that date. Maybe we do get some of the world’s most delicious dessert credits, no?

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8. Russian desserts begin and end with SYRNIKI, small pancakes made from quark, which is a dairy product similar in texture to sour cream. Top these little guys with sour cream, honey, jam or applesauce and they’re said to be heavenly.

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2015 Best of Taste Winner and Best Taste People’s Choice.

Mesa de Notte features a full-service bar serving beer, wine and liquor. Stop by the bar and enjoy an appetizer on your way home from work.

Mesa de Notte

2436 E Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala › (352) 732-4737 › mesaocala.com Mon-Thu 11a-9p › Fri & Sat 11a-10p › Closed Sun Mesa de Notte uses only the freshest ingredients to prepare their unique, gourmet, Italian dishes. The menu features both lunch and dinner options and offers patrons an expanded, private dining room capable of accommodating up to 50 guests. It’s perfect for your next party or company meeting. The talented professionals at Mesa de Notte can also handle all of your catering needs—big or small.

Serving Mother’s Day Buffet 11a-8p. Mother’s Day Buffet entrées: Chicken Marsala, Champagne Salmon, Seafood Ravioli, Lasagna, Eggplant Rollatini, Prime Rib and Rosemary & Garlic Leg of Lamb.

Plus antipasto, salads and desserts!

Gator Joe’s has plenty of parking, whether you arrive by land, water or air! We have happy hour Mon-Thu from 4-6pm, all-you-can-eat fried fish on Fridays from 4pm to close and live entertainment on the weekends, Fri-Sun.

COME JOIN US ON MOTHER’S DAY AND ENJOY OUR MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH. RESERVATIONS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Gator Joe’s Beach Bar & Grill

12431 SE 135th Ave., Ocklawaha › (352) 288-3100 › gatorjoesocala.com › Mon-Thu 11a-9p › Fri 11a-10p › Sat 10:30a-10p › Sun 10:30a-9p Come enjoy casual lakeside dining at Gator Joe’s Beach Bar & Grill on gorgeous Lake Weir where you can kick back and relax. Their courteous and knowledgeable staff can supply you with an ice-cold beverage from the full-service liquor bar, or choose from the craft or draught beer selection. While sitting on the deck overlooking the water, be sure to indulge in Gator Joe’s island-inspired cuisine— from their delicious gator tail and fried shrimp to hometown favorites like the juicy 1/2-pound Joe’s Big Burger or excellent chicken wings. Bring the entire family to the beautiful white sand beach where you can cool off in the water or simply watch the world go by from the comfort of a well-placed chair.

Braised Onion Restaurant

754 NE 25th Ave, Ocala › (352) 620-9255 Tue-Thu 11a-9p › Fri & Sat 11a-10p › Sun 11a-8p › Closed Mon Braised Onion, where you’ll experience “Comfort Food with Attitude” in a fun, warm and colorful, casual atmosphere. Open for lunch and dinner. Winner of Culinary Combat and Taste of Ocala for 3 years. From country-fried tenderloin and Kentucky hot brown melt to the eggplant parmigiana or the frenched pork chop, the menu options are plentiful and guaranteed to make your taste buds explode with happiness. Happy hour is Tuesday through Friday from 4-7p. Visit our website at braisedonion.com.

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Ipanema Brazilian Steak House

2023 South Pine Avenue, Ocala › (352) 622-1741 › ipanemaocala.com Dinner:Tue-Thu 5-9p, Fri & Sat 5-10p, Sun 4-9p › Lunch: Fri 11a-2:30p Brunch: Sun 12-3p › Happy Hour Tue-Fri 5-7p › Closed Monday A Churrascaria (Portuguese for barbecue) is a dining experience where roaming Gauchos slice and serve fire-roasted meats from skewers in a continual fashion. Ipanema Brazilian Steak House boasts 12 of the finest cuts of meat complemented by an opulent salad and vegetable bar, delectable desserts, and delicious wines, beers and cocktails. Brazilian native and Executive Chef Ortencia DeAlmeida invites you to embrace the flavors of her homeland and experience the magnetism of Ipanema for yourself. Become a fan of Ipanema on Facebook at facebook.com/ipanemasteakhouse.

Kotobuki Japanese Restaurant

2463 SW 27th Avenue, Ocala › (352) 237-3900 › kotobukiocala.com Lunch: Tue-Fri 11:30a-2p Dinner: Tue-Thu 4:30-9:30p › Fri & Sat 4:30-10:30p › Mon & Sun 4:30-9:30p For an authentic Japanese meal in an award-winning restaurant that has been serving Ocala since 1986, try Kotobuki. Enjoy traditional Japanese favorites like tempura, teriyaki and broiled seafood and vegetables. For a memorable experience, gather around the hot grill and watch as your chef prepares steak, chicken and seafood favorites right before your eyes.

Wishing all moms a Happy Mother’s Day! We will be open from 12pm-6:30pm serving dinner all day. We will honor all of our moms with a rose. Let us serve you and your loved ones on this special day.

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Early Bird daily 4:30-7pm Check out our sushi bar.

Serving Ocala since 1986!

Ask about our lunch specials!

Get the VIP treatment. Check out our specials!

Eaton’s Beach Sandbar & Grill 15790 SE 134th Avenue, Weirsdale, FL › (352) 259-2444 eatonsbeach.com › Sun-Thu 11a-9p › Fri & Sat 11a-10:30p

People from all over converge on Eaton’s Beach for a variety of reasons. For some, it’s the Sandbar’s scintillating musical lineup on the weekends. For others, it’s the ease of a day at the beach— complete with resort-style cocktails. We like to think it’s for the award-winning food. With back-to-back wins at Taste of Ocala, Chef Del Rio’s Pastrami and Shrimp & Grits are two things that make Eaton’s Beach a destination where the only thing better than the view… is the food.

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Check out EatonsBeach.com for weekly beach events and music guests. Try Eaton’s Beach catering for your next event—we’ll bring the beach to you.

From corporate events and birthdays to weddings and wedding rehearsals, Eaton’s Beach will help you plan the perfect event with the perfect food.

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Trivia Night every Thursday 7-9pm (Silver Springs Blvd. location) Mariachi Band every Thursday at the 200 location 6-9pm Celebrate the Big Party with us on Cinco de Mayo (May 5th)!

Wishing all moms a happy Mother’s Day!

El Toreo

3790 E Silver Springs Boulevard, Ocala › (352) 694-1401 › 7 Days 11a-10p SR 200, Ocala › (352) 291-2121 › 7 Days 11a-11p New lunch specials include Taco Salad on Monday, $4.45; Speedy Gonzalez on Tuesdays, $4.95; Quesadillas on Wednesday, $6.45; Chimichangas on Thursdays, $5.95; and Burrito Supreme on Fridays, $4.95. New dinner options include Fajita Mondays, $8.95; Chimichanga Tuesdays, $7.95; Alambre Wednesdays, $7.95 and Tacos de Bistec Thursdays, $7.95. Plus $1.95 margaritas on Mondays. On Sunday, kids 12 and under can enjoy 99¢ children’s meals (takeout not included). Wednesday is Special Margarita Day, 99¢ all day. Saturday is 2-for-1 margaritas all day. Happy Hour daily, 3-7pm. Everything is 2-4-1 (exceptions may apply).

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Treat Mom! All Mother’s Day specials come with FREE Dessert! Plus, moms receive a free carnation while they last!

Hurry! Limited Reservations Available!

Don’t miss our Memorial Weekend Special, Ribs & Chicken Combo $14.98!

Harry’s Seafood Bar & Grille

24 SE 1st Ave., Ocala / (352) 840-0900 / hookedonharrys.com Mon-Thu 11a-10p / Fri & Sat 11a-11p / Sun 11a-9p Located in the heart of downtown Ocala, Harry’s offers traditional Louisiana favorites like Shrimp and Scallop Orleans, Crawfish Etouffée, Jambalaya, Shrimp Creole and Blackened Red Fish. Other favorites, like Harry’s Signature Crab Cakes and Bourbon Street Salmon, are complemented with grilled steaks, chicken, burgers, po’ boy sandwiches and salads. Our full bar features Harry’s Signature Cocktails such as the Harry’s Hurricane, Bayou Bloody Mary or the new Southern Mule. We also, feature wines by the glass and a wide selection of imported, domestic and craft beer. Harry’s menu is sure to have something for everyone!

Cody’s Original Roadhouse

2505 SW College Road, Ocala › (352) 237-8182 › codysamerican.com Doors Open at 11a › Serving lunch and dinner daily “Where Quality and Value Come Together!” Hand-cut, USDA Choice steaks, rotisserie chicken, BBQ baby back ribs, chops, fresh fish, burgers, salads and more! Kids eat free Mondays and Tuesdays. Buy-1-get-1-free Fajita Wednesdays $12.98. Two for $19.94 on Thursday! Daily 2-4-1 happy hour, 11a-7p, includes draft beer, wine and all liquors (top shelf, too). Lunch from 11a-3p, and early bird from 3p-6p Monday-Saturday. Mother’s Day is May 8, and specials include Roast Turkey & Stuffing for $13.98, Slow Roasted Prime Rib of Beef for $19.98, Bacon Wrapped Sirloin & Scallops for $19.98, Salmon Oscar for $18.98 or Bacon Wrapped Petite Filet Mignon & Lobster Tail for $24.98.

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Murphy’s Oyster, Steak & Seafood Restaurant 3821 NW Blichton Rd., Ocala › (352) 236-5656 Open 7 Days a Week 11a-Midnight

Welcome to Murphy’s, where you’ll dine on delicious seafood, oysters, choice steaks, fresh wings and much more served in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The restaurant’s extensive menu offers something for everyone: from tasty Philly cheese steaks and steamed clams to snow crab. Try the authentic gyros, too. A special menu for the kids features dishes like the hot dog platter and the chicken strips platter. Come take advantage of our massive outdoor tiki bar with flatscreen TVs. Murphy’s is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner.

Bring the whole family for an experience you’ll want to relive again and again.

The Ivy House Restaurant

917 E. Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala › (352) 622-5550 › Sun 11a-2p Tue 11a-2p › Wed & Thu 11a-8p › Fri & Sat 11a-8:30p › Closed Mon 106 NW Main St, Williston › (352) 528-5410 Sun-Wed 11a-2p › Thu-Sat 11a-8p › ivyhousefl.com “Come on home, it’s supper time!” is our motto. We want you to feel you have come to our house to eat. The family-owned Ivy House Restaurant now has two locations, Williston and Ocala. The downtown Ocala location has added several specialty items, and the restaurant has been named by Florida Trend as one of the “Top 500 Best Places to Eat in the State” for several years. Specials include Southern Fried Lobster, delicious Hand-Cut Steaks and our famous Baked Krispy Chicken. Trying our delicious homemade desserts like the Key Lime Pie or Chocolate Midnight Cake is a must when dining here.

Blue Highway Pizza

2130 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala › (352) 629-5555 bluehighwaypizza.com › Sun-Thu 11:30a-9p › Fri & Sat 11:30a-10p Spring has sprung, and we’re celebrating the season with all the fresh, local ingredients we can get our hands on. Taste the difference in our small plates, salads or specialty pizzas. Blue Highway is a special place to get great food and attentive service in a fun, funky and relaxed atmosphere. We take pride in our culinary culture, serving the highest quality, fresh, local and expertly prepared food—pizza, pasta, paninis and everything in between.

Visit us at bluehighwaypizza.com for fabulous daily specials. So raise a glass, and toast the season with us.

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• All-you-can-eat jumbo snow crab legs and fish every day.

• Plan any party, social event, business lunch or celebration. Ask for Murphy!

• Murphy’s Birthday Bash — Specials all month long. Friday May 20th Blowout Birthday Party!

Like us on FB at Murphys Oyster Bar

Come share your Mother’s Day with us on May 8th. Our special mother, “Mimi,” would like to invite you to treat your special mother to a lovely dining experience at the Ivy House.

Reservations only.

For information on catering, contact Waica or Evelyn at wmhivyhouse@yahoo.com.

Get Happy at the Highway, Mon-Thu 50% off draughts & house wines $5 select appetizers Take-Out Tuesday 25% off Carry Out (Pizza & Calzones) Family Wednesday – 50% off Bambino Menu (Kids 12 and under) Wine Down Thursday $10 off all bottles of wine

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Bring On The Beer!

Beer and wine lovers get ready—the third annual Brick City Beer and Wine Festival is scheduled to take place at Citizens’ Circle from 2-9pm on May 7.

With over 15 different beer and wine vendors on-site offering samples of their finest selections, even the pickiest of wine connoisseurs is sure to find something to tantalize their taste buds. As you sip, stroll through the craft vendors and satisfy your appetite by visiting the food trucks for a tasty tidbit or tapas. The festival will also pay homage to our equestrian heritage by streaming the Kentucky

Derby live during the event. And stick around after the sun goes down for a

Feel Downtown Live concert featuring headliner Vertical Horizon. Tickets for the festival are

$30 in advance or $35 at the gate. VIP tickets and packages are also available.

Proceeds from the event benefit the Marion Literacy Council.

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C’mon To Ocala Comic Con! › By Cealia Athanason and Katie McPherson

Ready for Year 3 of Ocala’s biggest con? It should be the best yet.

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This year’s event is expected to draw up to 4,000 guests, a 1,500-person bump from 2015.

“We think by including these bigger guests, we can really give Ocala Comic Con a push in the My first day, right direction. We have I was rolling all put a lot of work into around in the this event, and we hope dirt and fi ghting people see that. But even with Norman more importantly, we Reedus and hope everyone has a great Michael Cudlitz. experience,” says Major. › Jeremy Palko Check out ocalacomiccon.com for a full schedule of events and to purchase tickets.

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Q&A: Jeremy Palko of The Walking Dead If you’ve managed to escape the zombie fever induced by AMC’s series, you’re definitely in the minority.

Fans have been buzzing about the sixth season, and Ocala can’t wait to welcome Palko’s character, Andy, to Comic Con.

HOW AND WHEN DID YOU GET THE PART AS ANDY ON THE WALKING DEAD? Last August, I got the call from my agent to read for the part in a “zombie show” in Atlanta. I assumed it was The Walking Dead and got a little excited. I had read for the show a few times before and had obviously not booked. So, like most actors, I read for the part and then did my best to forget it and move on to the next audition. My phone rang about three days later, and my agent told me that I had booked and would start shooting a week later! I screamed like a little girl in a very public place.

WHAT PAST EXPERIENCE DO YOU THINK PREPARED YOU FOR IT? WERE YOU A FAN OF THE SHOW BEFORE YOU SCORED THE ROLE?

I was and still am a very big fan of the show. I really had no idea of what to make of the character Andy, but when I arrived on set, I realized how physical this show can be. My first day, I was rolling around in the dirt and fighting with Norman Reedus and Michael Cudlitz. Being an athlete and my everyday attempts at being healthy absolutely helped me prepare for the physicality of the show.

HOW DO YOU CONNECT WITH ANDY’S CHARACTER?

I connect with Andy because he is the “new guy” in the zombie apocalypse, and I was the new guy on set. So right off the bat, I connected very easily to Andy who I feel is a bit on the protective side to anything new and unfamiliar.

WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR FAVORITE CHARACTER TO PLAY IN YOUR ACTING CAREER SO FAR?

Andy is definitely up there, but I am gonna have to say “Sean,” a 200-year-old vampire in the short film So Dark, directed by Al Lougher. He is a bit of a Dexter/Boondock Saint type vampire who kills and feeds with good intentions… he only kills the bad.

WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO AT OCALA’S UPCOMING COMIC CON EVENT? I am honored to be a guest at Ocala’s Comic Con and look forward to meeting so many new people!

I am also just a really big fanboy and nerd of so many movies/shows/comics, so I tend to geek out at these things.

WANT TO GO? › Ocala Comic Con › June 4 & 5 › Hilton of Ocala, 3600 SW 36th Ave., Ocala › ocalacomiccon.com

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Days of Holocaust Remembrance

In memory of the millions who lost their lives during this dark time, the City of Ocala will host a series of special events, including speakers, films and more. Special exhibits will also be on display at the Appleton Museum and the Brick City Center for the Arts during this time. For more information about these events, visit the Ocala Remembers the Holocaust Facebook page or call (352) 553-5176 or (352) 401-3977.

Downtown To-Dos MAY 5: National Day of Prayer, downtown Ocala, 7am-8pm MAY 6: First Friday Art Walk, downtown Ocala, 6-9pm MAY 7: Brick City Beer and Wine Festival, Citizens’ Circle, 2-9pm JUNE 4: Fenrir’s Mayhem, downtown Ocala, 6am-6pm

May 1 Holocaust Remembrance Ceremony, Klein Center, 3-5pm

May 2 The Sound of Music with special introduction, Reilly Arts Center, 5:459:15pm

May 3 Holocaust Survivor and 2nd Generation Panel with Marion Civic Chorale Holocaust Cantada, Klein Center, 6-7pm

May 4 The Boy in the Striped Pajamas with special lecture, Appleton Museum, 6-8:30pm

May 5 Schindler’s List with special introduction, Marion Theatre

Mimosas For Mom

MAY Hardworking moms can relax over a mimosa

(or two!) and brunch set along the backdrop of the Twin Oaks mansion at Silver Springs State Park.

Upon arrival, these leading ladies will be presented with a complimentary mimosa and flower prior to indulging in a bounty of offerings, including a carving station, made-to-order omelets, Belgian waffles and more. Decadent desserts include raspberry mousse pie, a chocolate fountain and several petite bites.

And for those looking for a bit more than a single mimosa, a cash bar will be available as well. There will be a 10am and 12pm seating. Tickets are $30 for adults and children over 13, $15 for children 6-12 and free for children 5 and under. silversprings.com or (352) 261-5840.

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The Power of Appreciation

As part of Public Utilities Week, Ocala Utility Services invites the public to a Downtown Customer Appreciation Day complete with burgers and dogs, entertainment, activities and more. Along with educational programs, attendees can take a ride in one of the Ocala Utility Services bucket trucks and see just what it feels like to be that high in the sky.

This family friendly event is a way for the local utility providers to thank their customers. The event runs 6-8pm on the downtown square.

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The Marion County Building Industry Association’s 2016 Parade of Homes took place in April, and we’d like to send out our congratulations for a successful event. Here are some of the home professionals receiving awards during the show.

2016 GRAND AWARD

The St. Johns by Marco Polo Builders, Inc.

SHOWCASE BUILDER OF THE YEAR Bennett Construction Services Inc.

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The nation’s largest one-day food drive is slated once again to take place this month. The 24th annual National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) National Food Drive to “Stamp Out Hunger” results in half a billion pounds of food making its way to the people who need it the most. Thanks to our community’s participation, last year the Ocala Post Office was ranked first in the nation in their union member category for the eighth year in a row, collecting over 245,000 pounds of non-perishable items. All items can be left in your mailbox on the morning of May 14. Collection barrels will also be available at all post office branches as well. Together we can all help stamp out hunger. (352) 572-5634.

FIRST PLACE WINNERS

Secure Built LLC › Triple Crown Homes Inc. › Owen Construction Inc. › Marco Polo Builders Inc. › Irvin Homes LLC › Abio Corporation › Arthur Rutenberg Homes › Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club

PRESIDENT’S AWARD WINNERS

KAP Design Group › Crestwood Builders › WeitLund Construction LLC › Fabian Construction › Dream Custom Homes of Citrus › Center State Construction › Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club

MERIT AWARD WINNERS

Hutchinson Development › DRHorton Inc. › Armstrong Homes › Triple Crown Homes Inc › Curington Contracting LLC › WeitLund Construction LLC

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A Stroll Through The Sculptures

What initially began as a means to revitalize Tuscawilla Park has evolved into one of the most notable events in our area, attracting artists from around the country to participate.

Community Cultural Arts Manager Melissa Townsend took a few minutes to describe the annual Ocala Outdoor Sculpture Contest, what it means to the community and what to expect this year.

When did the Sculpture Contest first take place?

The project began in 2012 when the City won a grant to fund a cultural project. We were awarded funding, which was also matched with donations.

We’ve had a competition each year since.

How is this year’s competition different?

This year’s event runs in conjunction with the anniversary of Tuscawilla Park and has been expanded. The sculptures will be on display for 20 months rather than a year and are larger than in previous years.

How is the contest run?

Interested artists submit digital images of their work, and from there, judges narrow it down to 10 sculptures to be displayed and judged further.

What happens to the sculptures after their display time is over?

All sculptures are for sale. Historically, two or three are sold to other parks, while some are purchased by organizations or individuals. Two are currently on display from the first year.

Are the sculptures all from Florida?

No, we get over 100 entries from all over the country. The selected sculptures are then delivered to Ocala.

Who makes up the judging panel?

The jury is comprised of art professionals here in Ocala, including those from our local art organizations (including Ocala Style’s Jessi Miller Castro). However, we also have a People’s Choice Award that residents of the community select.

How can people see the exhibit?

The sculptures are on display in Tuscawilla Park and are open for public viewing. We currently have a scavenger hunt going on with a map and clues pertaining to the different sculptures. The brochures can be picked up at the Discovery Center. Each completed brochure can be traded in for free family admission to the Appleton Museum.

FIND OUT MORE › Ocala Outdoor Sculpture Contest › The current sculpture exhibit is on display at Tuscawilla Park and is open to the public during normal park hours. For more information, visit ocalafl.org or call (352) 629-8447.

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Free ESL Classes › Wednesdays at First Baptist Church of Ocala at

6pm, (352) 237-9858

Chair Yoga › Wednesdays at Bliss Yoga at 10:30am, (352) 694-YOGA Free Yoga › First Saturday of the month through October at Peace

Park at 9am, (352) 854-7950

Garden Workshop › Second Sunday of each month at Silver Springs State Park at 1pm, (352) 236-7156

Arts, Crafts and Culture Upcoming Exhibits At The Appleton › Dignity: Tribes in

Transition features 60 black and white portraits of Indigenous Peoples spanning three decades and pays homage to imperiled cultures. The exhibit will be on display through June 19. Norman Rockwell: The Man Behind the Canvas explores the private life of Norman Rockwell and features the photography of Louise Lamone along with memorabilia and over 100 Saturday Evening Post covers from 1936-1963. The exhibit will be on display through July 19. appletonmuseum.org or (352) 291-4455.

Marion Civic Chorale Concerts (May 1) › The Marion Civic Chorale will present Faure’s Requiem. The chorale will be joined by soprano Stephanie Barnett Sager and baritone Joshua Head along with a chamber orchestra consisting of players from the Ocala Symphony Orchestra and alumni of the University of Florida’s School of Music. The concert will be held at First United Methodist Church. All performances begin at 3pm, and admission is free. (262) 227-6495.

Gourd Artist Meeting (May 21) › The Marion County Gourd Artist Group will hold a monthly meeting at the Cherokee Park Recreation Center in Belleview at 10am. All are welcome. marioncountygourdartist.com or (352) 245-7203.

Royal Opera at the Reilly Center (May 22) › The Reilly

Center for the Arts will present a screening of Lucia di Lammermoor performed by the Royal Opera House of London. The screening will begin at 3pm and includes a pre-performance and interval content, including cast interviews and behind-the-scenes footage. reillyartscenter.com or (352) 351-1606.

Fun Fundraisers & Charitable Causes Golf Tournament Fundraiser (May 14) › Crossroads Academy

will present their second annual fundraising golf tournament at Silver Springs Shores Country Club. Registration is $50 per person and includes one round of golf, cart, 50/50 giveaway, lunch and a goody bag. Check-in is at 8am with a 9am shotgun start. (352) 425-2676.

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Craft Night

(May 20) › A craft night to benefit Making Strides Against Breast Cancer will take place the third Friday of each month at 6pm. The event will take place at the Marion County Sheriff’s administration building. (352) 732-5982.

Sisterhood of Survivors Support Group (May 31) › The

SOS Support Group meets the last Tuesday of the month at 1pm in the chapel, room 235, at Ocala West United Methodist Church. The group offers support and guidance for those facing cancer as well as speakers and lecturers. (352) 291-6904.

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Bring your favorite lawn chair or blanket or rent one of the Adirondack chairs available and settle in for an evening performance dedicated to these special ladies. Feel free to pack a picnic or visit some of the special food vendors on-site. The evening will conclude with a fireworks display to light up the night. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the gate and $5 for children 6-12. Gates open at 5:30pm, and the concert begins at 7pm. fafo.org or (352) 867-0355.

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Outdoor & Athletic Endeavors Group Bike Rides (Ongoing) › Brick City Bicycles offers

several group bike rides throughout the week and weekend. brickcitybicycles.com or (352) 369-9400.

Kayak Outings (Ongoing) › The Marion County Parks and

Recreation Department will host several kayak outings for children and adults alike. For a complete list of times and dates, visit marioncountyfl.org or call (352) 671-8560.

PACE 5K/10K Run (May 7) › Pace Center for Girls of Marion County will host a 5K/10K run at the Florida Horse Park. The event will also feature a Derby Hat Contest, a 1K kids’ run and more. Registration is $35 for the 10K and $25 for the 5K and begins at 7:30am. pacecenter.org or (352) 369-0571 ext: 3017.

M.O.M.S. Day 5K (May 8) › A 5K run/walk will take place at Jervey Gantt Park to commemorate Mother’s Day. The event is hosted by Memories of Missing Smiles Inc. (352) 454-4993.

Nature Walk (May 18) › The Marion Audubon Society will host a guided

walk around Tuscawilla Pond to see seasonal migratory and resident birds.

The walk will depart from the Discovery Center at 9am and is free and open to the public. mydiscoverycenter.org or (352) 401-3900.

Caving Experience (May 21) › This basic caving experience will be presented by the Marion County Parks and Recreation Department and be held at Brick City Adventure Park. The event is open to adults and children age 8 and up and begins at 9am. Registration is $40, and gear is provided. marioncountyfl.org or (352) 671-8560.

Off-road Biking 101 (May 28) › A basic mountain biking course will be

held at the Santos Trail at 8:30am. Guides will lead a ride through the trails and offer a skills course and equipment check. Registration is $40 and includes all equipment, bike and helmet. Registration is $20 if you supply your own bike and helmet. marionparksrec.org or (352) 671-8560.

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Family Night Out (May 7) › Breaking Out will host a family night

out at the Silver Springs Moose Lodge from 5-9pm. The event features live entertainment, music, dancing, drawings for prizes and much more. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for kids and $5 off for families of 4 or more. breakingoutcorp.org or (352) 210-4765.

Harlem Wizards at Vanguard (May 12) › The Harlem Wizards will be making an appearance at Vanguard High School at 7pm.

Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for students in advance and $12 for adults and $10 for students at the door. Specialty and VIP seating available. harlemwizards.com or (352) 988-4896.

Job Fair (May 18) › The College of Central Florida in partnership with CareerSource Citrus, Levy, Marion will host the Hire-A-Grad Job Fair at the Webber Center in Ocala from 10am-2pm. The fair is open to all degree, certificate and technical graduates from CF and other local colleges. Professional attire is required. cf.edu or (352) 873-5855.

Family Night at the Museum (May 21) › The Appleton Museum will host a family event from 6:30-9pm featuring a flashlight scavenger hunt, activities, snacks, goodie bags and more. The event is appropriate for children ages 4 and up. Admission is $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers. appletonmuseum.org or (352) 291-4455.

Wild Waters Re-opens (May 28) › Ocala’s water park, Wild Waters, will open for the 2016 season on May 28 and will remain open through September. The park is open seven days a week. silversprings.com or (352) 877-2267.

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Live Oak International: The Hoof Beats Of Champions

Grab your scissors, cut this page out of Ocala Style Magazine and tuck it away for safe keeping. Come March 8-12, 2017, you’ll be glad you did.

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Our fabled history grew even more storied in 2016 with the 25th anniversary of Live Oak International.

New this year was the Longines Show Jumping Grand Prix as well as a 5K run in the Big Hammock Race Series. The 5K “Run with the Champions” was extraordinary, as it was raced over oak tree-lined country lanes amid scenic pasture land. Runners even experienced a behindthe-scenes view of the 4,000-plus acre Live Oak Farm and estate.

Ocala Style Magazine was among the many proud partners in success that sponsored Live Oak International.

Although there are too many sponsors to

list here, mention also should be made of the hard work of the Marion County Tourism Council.

Started in 1992 by then 18-year-old Chester C. Weber, this illustrious event has grown in acclaim with each passing year. Led by matriarch and mother of Chester and his sister, Juliet W. Reid, Charlotte C. Weber is leaving an unequaled legacy among our equine families. Moreover, the famous Weber silks, white with red dots and black sleeves, have been seen at The Breeders’ Cup and other horse races in years past. Taking a very active role in Live Oak International this year was Chester’s sister, Juliet, who was president of the board of the Washington International Horse Show for four years. It is the stuff of legend that with his 2016 victories, Chester Weber becomes the USEF Four-in-Hand National Champion for the 13th time.

Over 20 countries were competing, and there were more than 10,000 spectators and 129 volunteers. It was outdoor family fun at an affordable price.

Ticket proceeds were donated to charities and non-profits, and The Vendor Village supplied not only food but also eclectic art and jewelry.

When you attend in 2017, remember that the best seats are at the seven obstacle locations. A tent at the popular water obstacle costs $350 for example, plus set-up fee if applicable. Unlike football stadium tailgating, tailgating at Live Oak International puts spectators up close and personal with the action.

Combined driving at Live Oak is divided between dressage, marathon and obstacles. Especially popular with the ladies in hats is the dressage because it is akin to ballet for the horses, drivers and grooms. Sunday’s grand prix show jumping occurred on a Chamber of Commerce kind of weather day.

Saturday night saw competitors dressed up as rock n’ roll legends, and the party was jumping. Sunday’s brunch benefited the Ocala Symphony Orchestra and was followed by the awards ceremony, where a veritable list of VIPs were in attendance. 2017 Live Oak International tickets are already on sale, and you can visit their website at liveoakinternational.com. The rest, as they say, is history.

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Bruce Ekstrom, Beth Little and Bill Dennis

Terri Ray, Joan Pletcher, Francis Galvez, Bonnie Kash

Kede Kimball, Katie Kimball, Lori Pfriendr and Cindy Walker

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4th Annual Cupcake Wars @ Jumbolair

Victory Academy hosted their 4th Annual Cupcake Wars event on March 12 at Jumbolair. More than 20 professional and amateur bakers competed to take home the top prize in various categories including Taste, Decoration, Creative Theme and many more. All proceeds benefited Victory Academy Ocala School.

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Judy Robards, Jenifer Gilmon and Robin Hastad

Abygail and Derek Perez

Cici Johnson, Candace Hulett, Rachelly King ans Damon Vitile

Andy Slagel, George and Lillie Slagel

Pennie Brewer-McLean, Christal Brown, Summer Sieg and Casey Piker

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Gayle Theewis and Weylin Jones

Bobby Kissane and Alexandra Epstein

Judges Rasha Elmallah and Fabian Gomez

Hannah Cox

Lisa Rogers and Tina Ramiez

Donna Tackett and Jolene Smith

Kelly Sibila, Linda Scott, Joseph, Jed & Jackson Stanfield and Arline Bates

Sarah Schroeder and Kiah Ward

Derrick, Cassidy and Tristen Styles

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Silver Springs International Film Festival Awards dinner

By Ronald W. Wetherington, Social Scene Editor @ Marion Theater

On April 9, guests attended the awards dinner for the Silver Springs International Film Festival by dining at the “Longest Dinner Table in Ocala” in front of the historic Marion Theatre. Guests feasted on a four-course meal prepared by chefs from some of our area’s finest restaurants. The presentation of the Silver Springs International Film Festival awards paid tribute to the filmmakers’ creative artistry. Dancing in the streets concluded the festivities.

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Karin Reger and Angie Lewis

Nancy and Joe Pantoliano, Lisa Gillooly and Tony Spiridakis

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Karen Herzog and Micki Bednar Mayor Kent Guinn, Venice Ann Ergle and Sandra Guinn

Lindsay Christian, Lars Welch, Olivia Lopez and Sabrina Fissell

Dr. Mark and Sharon Jank

Joni and Buddy Martin

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