Orange Appeal September/October 2015 by Orange Appeal

KAREN SMUTZ

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features 3 Women, 3 Stories, 3 Battles

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Fabulous Fall Fashions The season has finally arrived and dressing for it is a snap with rich colors, bold textures and accessories galore. See what’s in store from pants and tunics to daytime dresses, evening frocks and more. Our model Alana Fones showcases the looks inside a contemporary home designed by Phil Kean.

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Hot Tickets! The fall calendar is full of creative events for amazing organizations. But it takes months and months to plan for these extravaganzas. We applaud some of the producing committees for the JDRF Imagine Gala, Kids Beating Cancer’s Hats & Heroes Ball, Headdress Ball, Festival of Trees Gala, Shepherd’s Hope’s Famous Faces Masquerade Ball, Assistance Fund’s Carnavalia and Florida Hospital Golden Gala.

on the cover: Alana Fones photographed by Karen Smutz in a

Phil Kean Designs home; dressed by Neiman Marcus; hair and makeup by Marjorie Robinson. Story on page 128.

CHRISTI ASHBY

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It was a diagnosis none of them expected. It was a journey none of them wanted. Yet in the end they found strength within themselves and in their supporters. Anne Deli, Brea Weiss and Beth Rudloff open up and talk candidly about the initial shock of learning they had breast cancer through their treatment and recovery.

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10 THE LIST

People, places and things: Couture Culture exhibit pushes fashion to the forefront; Trends you will love to wear; Fashion Weeks return to The Mall at Millenia and Park Avenue; A veteran teacher receives our annual makeover; Women to Watch: Brittany Lyne brings a fresh approach to dinner; Maile Miller harmonizes her career with her passions; Shannon Fitzgerald joins the Mennello Museum; Art in Odd Places comes to Orlando.

MASTERPIECE DESIGN GROUP

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44 BEAUTY, BODY & SPIRIT

Designer workout wear from Trina Turk; Champions for women’s health Marla Silliman and Dr. Lori Boardman; Dr. Rebecca Moroose on the emotional side of battling cancer; Lisa Hilgenfeldt takes charge of her prevention plan; How to properly prepare for that upcoming race; Dr. Deborah Harding shares new technologies improving healthcare; Domestic violence affects more than the primary victim.

70 TASTES & EXPERIENCES

Delish soups that make a bold statement; Fall is absolutely full of food and wine events around town; Bits & Bites: Makis Place opens on Park Avenue; The Alfond Inn’s Chef Marc Kusche heads to the James Beard House; North Quarter Tavern joins the hip downtown neighborhood; Del Frisco’s comes back to Orlando on International Drive.

86 HOME & DESIGN

Clean lines and high functionality make this kitchen a winner; Seven ways to refresh your home for the holidays before your guests arrive; Contemporary and user-friendly designs lead the way for new and remodeled kitchens.

94 AGENDA

Community and charity events: Ending childhood hunger at Taste of the Nation; Orange Appeal’s Ladies Lunches; Council of 101’s summer luncheon; Shepherd’s Hope Celebrity Golf Classic pairings party; John Young History Maker awards; 2015 Wine Quest to benefit adults with disabilities; Kid’s House fundraising breakfast; Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Man and Woman of the Year; and more.

144 GIVING BACK

Kim Winters explains how the destiny of five women would impact a community after learning their friend Linda Ryan had recurrent cancer. Little did they know this frightening news would be the dawn of a charity named ME STRONG.

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his issue is always extremely

When my youngest sister was diag-

emotional for me as we have,

nosed with breast cancer at age 40, I was

for the last six years, celebrated

totally immersed in my demanding career,

the wonderful women in our

in my children’s activities, and in my own

community who have battled

life. I was there, but not in the way I should

breast cancer in their own ways. Sadly,

have or could have been. She’s a trooper

some of them we have shared a laugh with

though, in more ways than one. She beat

are no longer with us. Even sadder, this

the disease once only to have it recur 12

trend is continuing.

years later. And she has fought it off again

And while we all now know that heart

even the most vigilant, who routinely do

This One’s for You Little Sister

self-exams and schedule mammograms,

have to be alone. There are those who

are shocked to discover their deeply-feared

want and can help, if we let them. It’s good

diagnosis.

for the giver’s soul and the receiver’s

disease is really our No. 1 killer, breast (and gynecologic) cancer just seems much more complex, gut-wrenching, but also heartwarming and inspirational. We get to hear and share the stories of great triumphs and miraculous recoveries. We learn how

But if there is one shining lesson in all

psyche. It’s spiritual and it’s healing. And

the journeys of our mothers, aunts, sisters,

it’s something I regret not doing better

cousins and friends, it’s that we do not

when I had the chance.

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— far away from me — with her spunky spirit and upbeat attitude. I am grateful she had a full army (even though she is an Air Force Lt. Col.) of friends and colleagues to attend to her. I hope her battles are over and I hope I can be there when someone else needs me.

and

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thelist Couture Culture, an exhibit curated by Holly and Patrick Kahn that opens at Snap! Space on September 18 and runs through November 7, idealizes and deconstructs the notion of fashion and beauty. Featuring works from renowned beauty, fashion and fine art artists/photographers, the exhibit presents diverse viewpoints on beauty and its evolution through the 20th and 21st centuries, including vintage photographs of Coco Chanel in her atelier by Douglas Kirkland; behind-the-scenes catwalk images by Dina Litovsky; provocative images by artist Cheyco Leidmann; fashion billboards by Natan Dvir; organic beauty through the lens of Isabelle Chapius; stylized black-and-white photographs by Syzmon Brodziak; and theatrical imagery by Kristian Schuller. Visit snaporlando.com for more information.

‘Fashion Lust’ © Dina Litovsky

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fall fashion

MUST HAVES Photos by Karen Smutz

black &white CHUNKY HEELS

Carmen Steffens “Blo Preto” platform pumps, $264, Carmen Steffens, The Mall at Millenia

LADY LOAFERS

Circus by Sam Edelman “Farrah” black/white loafers, $74, Tuni, Winter Park, Park Avenue

BUCKET BAGS

Saint Laurent “Nero” small studded bucket bag, $1,990, Neiman Marcus, The Mall at Millenia

SIZABLE SHADES

Chanel white-rimmed sunglasses, $375, Neiman Marcus

WILD STYLE

Carmen Steffens zebra hair bracelet, $104, Carmen Steffens, The Mall at Millenia

WEARABLE TASSELS

Eddie Borgo white tassel earrings, $325, Neiman Marcus, The Mall at Millenia

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fall fashion

MUST HAVES

jazzy jewels GREEN WITH ENVY

Elizabeth and James suede with soft cow “Cynnie” crossbody bag, $395, Neiman Marcus, The Mall at Millenia

PURPLE IS THE NEW PINK

Chanel “Butterfly” purple sunglasses, temples encrusted with cabochons, strass and decorative simulated pearls, $1,000, Neiman Marcus

FUCHSIA FEVER

Carmen Steffens “And” purple pumps, $264, Carmen Steffens, The Mall at Millenia

A LITTLE JADED

Alex Bittar bangle, $180, and Kendra Scott earrings, $225, Continuum, Lake Mary

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fall fashion

MUST HAVES

revved up reds FRINGE IS STILL IN

Proenza Schouler medium fringe satchel bag in oxblood, $1,795, Neiman Marcus, The Mall at Millenia

THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA

Prada semi-rimless cat-eye sunglasses, $325, Neiman Marcus, The Mall at Millenia

TRI-COLORED TIERS

Tuni black/red natural bead necklace, $48, Tuni, Winter Park

BUTTONED UP BOOTS

Jimmy Choo “Dayno” soft Nappa leather mid-calf boots, $1,425, Jimmy Choo, The Mall at Millenia

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THE MALL AT MILLENIA FASHION WEEK TURNS 10

he Mall at Millenia will roll

Friday, September 18, 7pm:

out the red carpet for its 10th Annual Fashion Week taking

Emerging Designs by Sanford-Brown College Orlando

place September 17–24. The

Experience a fashionable collection from

renowned fall event features

local up-and-coming fashion designers

six runway shows filled with the must-

from the Sanford-Brown College Orlando.

have trends and colors of the season.

Hosted by Lauren Rowe, these designs,

This year nationally celebrated fashion

personally created for The Mall at Mille-

expert Laura Brown, executive editor of

nia Fashion Week, will have you amazed

Harper’s BAZAAR magazine, will be onsite

at the local talent.

Sunday, September 20, 9:30am to 2pm

for fashion presentations featuring unique

Presented in The Mall at Millenia’s Grand

in-store trends from the Mall’s world-class

Court. Open to the public.

low The Mall at Millenia on Facebook and

Saturday, September 19, 7:30am

Fall Collection Spotlight and Brunch Benefiting Runway to Hope, hosted by Laura Brown, executive editor of Harper’s BAZAAR

Twitter.

Bloomingdale’s The Makeup Event

Combining philanthropy and fashion in a

designers. For a sneak peek be sure to fol-

Also scheduled are high-style experi-

Guests will head to Bloomingdale’s bright

one-of-a-kind Fall Collection Spotlight

ences including shows open to the public

and early for an exclusive runway showcase

presentation to benefit Runway to Hope,

and The Mall at Millenia’s philanthropic,

of the must-know trends in lips, eyes and

guests will enjoy a phenomenal champagne

ticketed event, the Fall Collection Spotlight

skincare. Guests will enjoy one-on-one

brunch while being entertained with the

Brunch, benefiting Runway to Hope. For the

sessions with expert makeup artists, and

latest trends from the world’s most recog-

full schedule (see below) and the latest

take home a limited-edition travel bag with

nized brands. All funds generated from

updates, visit milleniafashionweek.com.

some of Bloomingdale’s favorite samples.

the event benefit Runway to Hope and

Presented in the Bloomingdale’s Court at

additional fundraising events will further

The Mall at Millenia. Invitation-only event.

assist the pediatric cancer charity through

FASHION WEEK SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

in-store activities and special incentives

Thursday, September 17 through

Saturday, September 19, 2pm

offered by participating luxury retailers.

Thursday, September 24

Fashion For All Runway Show hosted by TV personality Lauren Thompson

Visit runwaytohope.org to purchase tickets

The 10th Annual Fashion Week continues

Presented in The Mall at Millenia’s Grand

From personal shopping and gifts with

as The Mall at Millenia’s best-in-class

Court. Ticketed event.

purchase to champagne and desserts, The

retailers astound guests with the latest in

Mall at Millenia retailers have created a

fall fashion. From chic leggings to mid-

variety of in-store activities.

drift workout tanks, watch the hot new

Fashionable Week of in-store activities, as available, open to the public.

Thursday, September 17, 6pm

Neiman Marcus’ Fall Trend Report Fashion Week kicks off with the latest in designer fashions as Neiman Marcus celebrates the art of fall trends through an exclusive fashion presentation. Presented in The Mall at Millenia’s Grand Court. Invited guests, with limited seating available to the public. 18

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trend of athleisure come to life on the runway, showcasing a few of The Mall at Millenia’s stylishly sporty retailers. Following the show, find your favorite look off the runway and enjoy a full day of fashionable in-store events. Presented in The Mall at Millenia’s Grand Court. Open to the public.

and for additional information.

Thursday, September 24, 6-9pm

Fashion’s Night In Wrapping up the 10th Annual Fashion Week, The Mall at Millenia concludes with Fashion’s Night In, a private reception and fashion-forward presentation of favorite Mall at Millenia brands. After the show, guests will be able to enjoy in-store activities and shop their favorite trends to be runway-ready for the weekend. Presented in The Mall at Millenia’s Grand Court. Invitation-only event.

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PARK AVENUE FASHION WEEK Now in its 9th year, Park Avenue Fashion Week, presented by Harriett Lake, is a seven-day celebration of Winter Park’s fashionable address, complete with trunk shows, designer meet and greets, exclusive sales and VIP parties hosted by Park Avenue businesses. This year’s extravaganza will take place October 11–17, with the week culminating at a fierce fashion show in a 20,000-square-foot, air-conditioned tent in Central Park’s West Meadow. Proceeds from PAFW2015 benefit the Winter Park Memorial Hospital Mammography Scholarship Fund. For a complete schedule of events, more information or tickets, visit parkavenuefashionweek.com.

PARK AVENUE FASHION WEEK EVENTS: Thursday, September 24, 6–10pm

Emerging Designer Fashion Show Private home presentation (ticket holders will receive location information) As part of Park Avenue Fashion Week’s Emerging Designer Contest, the area’s leading designers have been narrowed down to the top ten finalists, who will showcase their collections in the Emerging Designer Fashion Show. Sunday, October 11, 11am to 2pm

PAFW15 Inaugural Kick-Off Brunch The Alfond Inn This year the Park Avenue Fashion Week team will introduce the first-ever brunch, which will kick-off the weeklong festivities in style at The Alfond Inn courtyard. Monday, October 12, 6–9pm

Fashion of Cocktails Park Social Winter Park This official Park Avenue Fashion Week event, in partnership with Infinium Spirits, brings together bartenders from various local venues to demonstrate their stylish mixology skills. Saturday, October 17, 7pm

PAFW15 Runway Show Park Avenue Fashion Week Tent Modeled after New York Fashion Week’s Bryant Park, the park is completely transformed featuring a tent with full runway and lounge area for VIP guests.

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pink out

hroughout the month of October, the City of Winter Park will partner with Winter Park Memorial Hospital for Pink Out Winter Park, which was created to increase breast health awareness, encourage women to get regular mammograms, and provide financial support to women who cannot afford an annual mammogram. The funds raised by Pink Out benefit the Winter Park Memorial Hospital Mammography Scholarship Fund. Since 2011, 180 women have received mammograms through funds raised by Pink Out. Six women were diagnosed with breast cancer and went on to receive treatment. The City of Winter Park will â&#x20AC;&#x153;go pinkâ&#x20AC;? for the month of October with pink flowers adorning the flower beds, giant flamingo signs, pink lights aglow on Park Avenue, and flocks of pink flamingos throughout the city. Each flamingo honors someone affected by breast cancer. For every flamingo purchased, one will also be flocked somewhere in Winter Park. Participating merchants will also show their support for the cause by turning their storefronts pink, donating proceeds from designated items or sharing the message about breast health with their patrons. Pink Out Winter Park is excited to be the charitable partner for Park Avenue Fashion Week. Visit pinkoutwinterpark. com to learn more about getting involved.

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VETERAN TEACHER RECEIVES BACK-TO-CLASS MAKEOVER As a thank you to hard-working educators, Lisa Maile Seminars & Coaching, hair stylist Ana Yebba, Leslie Christin of Studio CARA, and photographer Mike Yebba present our 5th Annual Back-to-Class Makeover, with a three-day prize package that includes a shopping spree courtesy of The Mall at Millenia. “After” photographs by Mike Yebba,

M M

My Photographer Orlando

eet Ellen Zollman, who this fall begins her 41st

White House Black Market jacket; Gap tank; Macy's Levi’s black jean

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in Your Own Closet” in-home consulta-

(and final) year, instruct-

tion, filming and analyzing her clothes to

ing math at Maitland

create a winning wardrobe plan. Ellen’s

Middle School, where she

goal is to look “professional, yet relatable

also was a resource teacher and technology

and comfortable,” confessing, “I always

coordinator. Ellen began her career teach-

wear everything the same exact way!”

ing special education for eight years in

Lisa explained Ellen’s pastels and neu-

New Orleans and three years at Apopka

trals wash out blondes, tending to read

Elementary.

“average.” Instead she suggested the con-

“Super dedicated” describes Ellen per-

trast of black and white or brights (with no

fectly. A former Maitland Middle School

pattern on the bottom) to draw attention to

Teacher of the Year, her goal has always

Ellen’s face and empower her message to

been to “make students enjoy learning, be

students. “For leadership branding, black/

who they are, and be able to listen to oth-

white contrast with red and royal accents

ers, since each child has value and abili-

creates presence,” Lisa says. Because she

ties.” Her greatest fulfillment is the num-

loves black, Ellen selected core colors of

ber who’ve returned to tell her she’s made

black, white, red and royal, allowing her to

a difference.

easily mix and match.

After 41 years, what’s next? Spending

Since Ellen is petite at 5'4", Lisa identi-

more time with family, including sons

fied full-skirt shapes and patterns in her

Aaron, Avi and Adam, new grandchild

closet making her appear wider and shorter,

Jonah (Adam’s), and traveling with her

instantly apparent to Ellen watching her-

husband of 41 years, Peter.

self on video. To elongate, narrow jackets,

Top: Lisa adds an Icing flower to a Macy's BCX blazer; White House Black Market striped top; Express pants 24

DAY 1: Lisa Maile visits Ellen for a “Star

thelist straight skirts, soft cardigans, V-necks

Aerosoles and Icing — where each item

and natural shoulder pads add presence

worked with every other, creating more

for petites. “My biggest takeaway is what

than 100 different looks… and easy,

those little shoulder pads add to every

streamlined mornings.

Hair stylist Ana Yebba applies color to Ellen before her cut

outfit!” Ellen says. Lisa helped Ellen create new wardrobe looks, coordinating sep-

DAY 3: Ellen visits hairstylist Ana Yebba

arates usually worn the same way, and

for a consultation, explaining she’s let her

suggested she wear earrings, again, to

hair go silver and welcomes an update.

showcase her face and accent her great

Ana suggests a neutral, medium blonde

smile (her ear piercings had closed up).

with light blonde highlights for an extremely natural look. Because her cut

DAY 2: Ellen and Lisa spend the day

was so square, Ana layered, stacked and

shopping at The Mall at Millenia with her

inverted the back, cutting about 2–3 inch-

$500 gift card, armed with the Day 1 core

es off the length, creating more of a style

color and shape formula to play up Ellen’s

with movement. Her brighter hair color

positives and expand coordination options.

offered more contrast, instantly accentuat-

Lisa showed Ellen at The Mall at Millenia,

ing her eye color, with the advantage of

known for luxury brands and world-class

only touching up roots every 5–6 weeks.

Makeup artist Leslie Christin shows Ellen her new look

shopping, you can also find fabulous fash-

Next, it’s off to Studio CARA in Mait-

ions at sale prices easily… with a wardrobe

land for Ellen’s makeup, where owner

plan. She helped Ellen select $1,000 worth

Leslie Christin has created the looks of

of versatile fashions with her $500 gift

hundreds of celebrities and professionals.

card — 25 items she loved, including

Ellen received a “Beauty Branding Make-

jackets, cardigans, tops, bottoms, shoes

over” to learn how to polish her image,

and accessories from Macy’s, White House

brighten up her deep-set eyes, illuminate

Lisa, contact her at 407-647-2984, her web-

Black Market, Gap, Forever 21, Express,

her skin and add color to her lips. Leslie

site above, or lisamaile@aol.com; mention

understands busy working women need

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Macy's: INC paisley top; Levi’s black jean; Forever 21 royal tank

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to look their best quickly and gave Ellen a

Hair stylist Ana Yebba offers educators

gift certificate to receive a customized one-

and readers mentioning Orange Appeal

on-one training session to learn how to

20 percent off services. Contact Ana at

create a pro makeup application every day.

407-924-7240 or anayebba@msn.com.

Excited with her new look, Ellen

Leslie Christin and her team help every-

begins her photo shoot with photographer

one look their best in person, on stage or

Mike Yebba in her new fashions. An added

on camera with Studio CARA makeovers,

bonus: Ivanhoe Broadcast News covered

cosmetics, skincare, brow design, facials

her makeover day, with producer Jessica

and massage. Mention this article and

Sanchez (formerly with WKMG, who left

receive a $20 shopping spree with your

due to non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and is

makeup lesson booking. Call 407-622-1999

now healthy!), and videographers Brent

or visit studiocara.com

Sucher and Cortni Spearman filming her

Photographer Mike Yebba offers read-

transition for the nationally syndicated

ers 25 percent off any photo session with

Smart Woman series, hopefully inspiring

promo code “MAKEOVER.” Reach him

others to offer teacher makeovers across

at 407-617-4002, his site MyPhotographer-

the country.

Orlando.com, or myebbs@msn.com.

Watch video of Ellen’s transformation at LisaMaileSeminars.com. For customized

Thank you to all educators, and Happy

image/wardrobe consultation, personal

Back-to-School!

shopping, styling or private coaching with

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WOMEN TO WATCH

Brittany Lyne’s

fresh approach to Dinner

Brittany Lyne has always considered herself a foodie. Her passion for high-quality food sourced in a responsible way stems from the loss of her father to cancer when she was 4.

“

was offered a lot of training

that a step further and thought what if

the operations side. “I wear many hats as

opportunities to learn more

there were a service that took the produce

so do a lot of women who take on roles like

about the health aspects and

and the livestock from the growers and

mine. Really what I do on a daily basis is

the correlation between what

created something where people, with

the admin, the customer service, the day-

we eat and how that affects

just a couple of clicks, could have a fresh,

to-day tasks, but we’re also a brand new

hot and ready meal delivered straight to

business, so strategizing how we can make

their door,” she explains.

our business, something so new to this

your body,” she says. But as a busy professional, she didn’t

always find the time to cook and take-out

“Our main focus is the quality of the

community, a top-of-mind thing when

was often on the menu. Then one day she

ingredients,” Brittany says. “We have rela-

people are thinking what to have for din-

and her husband, Patrick, came up with

tionships with different vendors and

ner is important,” she says.

an idea and shortly thereafter Farm-Haus,

farmers.” For instance, they use Frog

Every Monday the team meets to go over

a local dinner delivery service, was born.

Song Organics in Hawthorne, FL, to

that week’s menu. Brittany and Patrick

“I was doing PR and marketing at a

source a variety of ingredients. While not

work with trained chefs, who plan the

local agency and Patrick was working at a

everything is certified organic (it’s a very

menus a month in advance and then make

branding agency doing business develop-

expensive, extensive process to become

them fresh daily, Monday through Thurs-

ment. I had this idea for an app to bring

certified), Brittany explains they focus

day, in the kitchen at East End Market

farmers and their products together with

sponsored by the Edyth Bush Charitable

Community and WMFE. She is devoted to

trative co-chair of the capital campaign for

Foundation and Harriett Lake, among other

women’s issues, the rights of the poor and

Harbor House.

corporate and individual sponsors. The

disenfranchised, and uses her leadership skills to elevate the arts in Orlando.

After arriving in Central Florida Deborah

program includes a cocktail reception and

Hessler found her dream job at the Edyth

silent auction prior to the awards presen-

A joyous approach to life; a positive,

Bush Charitable Foundation. While there

tation. Tickets are available at wrc-online.

energetic spirit; and a steadfast, intense

she was able to get her degree from Roll-

org or by calling 407-628-3700.

commitment to women and girls have

ins College and redefine her role to become

– Christi Ashby

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WOMEN TO WATCH

Shannon Fitzgerald Brings Her Talents to the

Mennello Museum The Mennello Museum of American Art welcomes its new director Shannon Fitzgerald this month and we were able to find out a little more about her in our long-distance interview.

Tell us a little about your background and most recent position. I am trained in art history and museum studies with a broad range of research interests and focus areas; contemporary art, traditional and contemporary African art, indigenous art, folk art, and museum and curatorial practice. The last 15 years I have largely been dedicated to contemporary art museum practices, as a director, curator, writer and educator, where my work focuses on international emerging and mid-career artists, writers and cultural producers. For the last three-plus years I served as executive director of Rochester Art Center, a nationally-renowned, non-collection, contemporary art museum located in the heart Rochester, Minn. I led the institution in expanding and invigorating the programming to better serve the distinct community of Rochester (home to Mayo Clinic) and its millions of global visitors. I worked on a period of programmatic growth and extensive community engage-

ing the reach and impact of programming

with its own distinct character, speak to a

and accessibility that resulted in quadru-

great sense of neighborhood diversity. It is

pling the number of diverse audiences

a gift to have such easy access to both

reached.

coasts and amazing beaches. And the

I pursued a dedicated strategy to responsibly grow the professional staff to include the creation of three new positions in was an honor to be part of such a special museum in a great community and I hope

I have a couple, but am looking forward to

I can work on like initiatives, which I find so rewarding, in Orlando.

Is it safe to assume you’ve made plenty of trips to Orlando in light of your husband’s (Glen Gentele) position leading the Orlando Museum of Art? I have, but not as often as one may think; it has been a meaningful adventure, but also

identifying more when I can explore. I enjoy the Enzian Theater, Barnie’s on Park Avenue, Thornton Park, and the East End Market is terrific. I cannot wait to enjoy Fleet Peeples Park — I know my dog will love it. Some of the older neighborhoods like College Park and Delaney Park are beautiful, and I want to check out all that is going on downtown.

cultural institutions. It usually feels like a

What intrigued you about the Mennello Museum?

brief vacation and I am looking forward to

The Mennello Museum of American Art

a challenge when we are both running

the notion of home. I have met some really lovely people in this community and

ment including broadening outreach efforts and participation in education initiatives;

What do you find appealing about Central Florida?

and cultural organizations; forging new

Minnesota!

Do you already have some favorite spots here?

curatorial, education and development. It

would like to get to know them better.

developing collaborations with local art

winters — I am coming from beautiful

is a treasured institution and I am delighted to join it as it embarks on its exciting next chapter. It is a beautiful estate, in a wonderful intimate setting, with strong cultural neighbors in Loch Haven. I am intrigued by its history, leadership, and

relationships with museums, artists and

The many lakes, community parks, trails,

The Friends of the Mennello Museum of

scholars nationally; dramatically increas-

and so many historic neighborhoods, each

American Art who adore the place and

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ically can work in Orlando as the fastest

a lot of potential to advance. I hope Orlando

family legacy has created a unique mis-

growing city in Florida and the youngest!

is a community that can attract artists in

sion and history, and how that vison has

It is an exciting time for art and cul-

various disciplines to live, work and sus-

unfolded and advanced with [retiring

ture in Orlando and I embrace the oppor-

tain a creative and healthy life. I expect I

director] Frank Holt makes me see only

tunity to deepen the museum’s and City’s

will be learning more about this soon, as I

possibilities about positively impacting

commitment to its collection, exhibitions,

plan to get a better understanding of the

people who live in Orlando and visitors

education and community, while also

current art support structures and then

alike through art and engagement. It is

broadening its reach, visibility and par-

jump in and meet artists, collectors, and

going to be exciting.

ticipation in the region as it grows. It is an

those who believe in and are the patrons of

honor to be appointed by Mayor Dyer,

the arts and Orlando’s many cultural insti-

and to know that he, the City, and The

tutions.

What will you be focusing on in your new role? What are you most looking forward to? I am eager to engage with the collection, collectors, and explore broader notions of American art, folk art, public art, and Earl Cunningham’s established place in art history and keeping that exciting and relevant to audiences and donors. I am focused on the role that museums have in our changing society, and how that specif-

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Friends of the Mennello Museum of American Art are passionate and dedicated leaders is inspiring. I look forward to joining this community in celebrating and furthering the mission and vision of the museum.

Any initial thoughts on the state of the arts in Orlando? I see it as young, growing and vibrant with

Do you have any extracurricular activities, passions or hobbies you might be pursuing here? My priority is exploring the city, and on the trails too, and perhaps connecting with an animal/pet organization.

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Discover ART in ODD PLACES Art in Odd Places 2015/TONE Orlando presents its inaugural public visual and performance art festival, taking place from September 17–20, along Magnolia Avenue, from Anderson Street to Washington Street. It will feature performances, interventions, visual installations, video, sound and more in public spaces, and aims to stretch the boundaries of communication in the public realm by presenting artworks in all disciplines outside the confines of traditional public spaces. AiOP began as an action by a group of artists, led by Ed Woodham, to encourage local participation in the Cultural Olympiad of the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, Ga. In 2005, after moving back to New York City, Ed re-imagined AiOP as a response to the dwindling of public space and personal civil liberties — first in the Lower East Side and East Village and, since 2008, on 14th Street in Manhattan. AiOP has always been a grassroots project fueled by the goodwill and inventiveness of it participants. “By introducing Orlando to Art in Odd Places, we hope it locates the cracks in public space policies, and to inspire the popular imagination for new possibilities and engagement with civic space,” says Barbara Hartley, executive director of the Downtown Arts District. For more information about Art in Odd Places 2015: TONE/ORLANDO, visit artinoddplaces.org/orlando. Images, from top: Project Darkroom — Artists: Dominic DiPaolo and Halee Sommer (Orlando) A community darkroom is built into a mobile shipping container, providing the public a chance to explore the fading art of developing film by promoting the education of analog photography in an unorthodox space. Door Mat — Artist: Rokaya Mikhailenko (Orlando) Are you a welcome mat or a door mat? It all depends on the tone. This moving exhibit will interpret the tone of voice and mood through dancers changing movement quality. Using the simple prop of a door mat, new and interesting backdrops are created as the door mat is moved to different areas of the performance space. 42

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beautybody&spirit Fitness and activewear has become the new fashion trend — even outside of the gym. Several high-end fashion design houses have jumped on this growing market, creating their own lines. This Trina Turk Recreation outfit — print capri pant ($84); print T-back sports bra ($58); and neon drape back tank ($64) — is available at Sassy Pants Activewear Boutique on Edgewater Drive in College Park.

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Champions for Women’s Health Florida Hospital for Women’s new main campus tower officially opens in December offering outpatient services, and will begin admitting patients in January. And two key proponents and leaders, Dr. Lori Boardman, medical director of Florida Hospital for Women, and Marla Silliman, senior executive officer of children’s and women’s health services at Florida Hospital, are excited about the new facility but even more excited about the new approach to women’s healthcare. Marla Silliman and Dr. Lori Boardman

Marla Silliman

across all of our specialties, whether it’s

about building awareness and treatment

“It will be fully built out over the first year.

primary care or OB/GYN, cardiac or GI —

in a way we haven’t before — that is specific

At the time of the grand opening one-third

no matter what the specialty is — how

to the science of women. It’s really impor-

of it will be utilized and then every three

might we need to be treating women spe-

tant because women are not really going

months something else will be opening.

cifically,” she adds.

after healthcare the way they should,”

By January of 2017 everything will be fin-

Knowing that women are at higher risk

ished. It’s going to be an exciting year for

for diseases like Alzheimer’s and depres-

Even with all the public service cam-

women’s services. The tower will include

sion is changing diagnoses and treatment

paigns urging women to get mammo-

in- and out-patient services as well as edu-

protocol for the healthcare system. And the

grams, it doesn’t always lead to action.

cation,” Marla says.

recognition that women don’t always take

“For example, about 450,000 women in

care of themselves adds to the challenge.

Central Florida are eligible for mammo-

The design was an integral part of the

Marla says.

healing process and as such it will reflect a

“We want to focus on prevention. How-

grams. Only half of them actually get mam-

garden and spiritual feel. “We wanted to

ever, we are just in the infancy stage with

mograms. That’s why we are seeing late-

make it serene recognizing that some of the

some of this. Most women don’t realize

stage diagnoses of breast cancer. I think

things women are going to go through there

that they might die of heart disease before

all healthcare providers need to figure out

is happy and some of it is not,” she adds.

they will die of cancer. This almost needs

how to get women in for screening and

The healthcare system has spent the

to be a social movement like with the

care. Our mobile coaches have been suc-

last several years enhancing and expanding

awareness campaigns around cigarette

cessful, but it’s still a drop in the bucket,”

women’s services at all of its campuses.

smoking that we had years ago. We plan to

she adds.

“In the next five years things are going to

create major awareness campaigns right

As for why women’s health now, she

look a little different. Now that we have

where women are whether it be a Centra-

says, “We realize now through science and

built our capacity and facilities our focus

Care or in the ER. We will then create ways

medicine that women need to be treated

will be centered around the acknowledge-

for them to get screened,” she explains.

differently, that we have huge gaps. We are

ment that women are different, down to

Making awareness a priority will hope-

trying to identify those gaps and address

the cellular level, than men. We have to

fully get more women in earlier, when

programs, services and treatment models

approach medicine differently. That means

treatments are much more successful. “I

that will help women get healed in a better

we will be working with all of our doctors

envision the next 10 years for us will be

way.”

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Dr. Lori Boardman

From the medical perspective, women’s healthcare is something that has to change. “We look at why women die and women are more likely to die from things like stroke and Alzheimer’s. And we are equally as likely as men to die of heart disease. But how we present with some of these symptoms is not like men. We know women present at the ER with heart attacks much differently than men so we need protocols. We are also looking at the differences among groups of women to determine these things. This is where medicine is going. Even with medications we are finding that dosages should be specific to women,” Dr. Lori Boardman says. The challenge is in education, with both patients and healthcare providers. “For heart disease we are more likely to have back pain, nausea, and less likely to have the symptoms associated with men. So we know women are less likely to rec-

ognize their symptoms themselves and

high a dose or it’s just not the right medi-

providers are also less likely to. We see the

cation for an optimal outcome, according

delay in women getting to the ER because

to Dr. Boardman.

of this. At the ER there may be testing that

“I think we’re really getting down to

really isn’t appropriate. If we use the stan-

looking at the differences at a genetic level

dards for males a lot of women will be

and how will be best to treat people. With

missed even though they have a relative

regard to heart disease, we are trying to

increase from their baseline,” she explains.

come up with an optimal training tool for

When women do get treatment, Dr.

women and begin to implement it to see if

Boardman says, there is a long list of stud-

we are able to get women into screening

ies that have shown delays in treatments

earlier. And then doing the right types of

that would mitigate the effects of a heart

screening so we can identify those women

attack. “More research is being done, but

at risk,” she adds.

there is still a lot of work to do. We are now

A lot of early heart disease markers

looking at health outcomes based on how

can be identified from what a woman goes

they present and how often they occur,

through in pregnancy. “If she develops

and then how it relates to women,” she adds.

high blood pressure or diabetes, we know

Educating everyone involved in the

those are markers long term for cardiovas-

process will be critical to successful out-

cular disease so we would have an earlier

comes. There are even differences in how

intervention to help prevent something

different populations respond to medica-

from happening. We are now talking

tion. In women, some medications work

about building some registries so we can

differently and they might not need as

follow pregnant women to see how they do

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problem. About 15 percent of pregnant

treatment,” she adds.

Another area of focus is mental health,

women will develop postpartum depres-

“I am very excited about everything —

which doesn’t get enough attention.

sion. We are creating a day-hospital or an

the new tower, the depression clinic — there

“Women are definitely at higher risk for

outpatient facility that will admit a wom-

is a lot of opportunity to bring women’s care

anxiety, depression, eating disorders and

an for five or six hours a day for psycho

up to the quality they need. That will include

post-traumatic stress disorder. Initially

and behavioral therapy or medication

things like safely decreasing the C-section

we will be focusing on postpartum and

issues. They will bring the baby with them

rate, even increasing vaginal deliveries

pregnancy-related depression. It’s a huge

so we will incorporate the family into the

after C-sections,” Dr. Boardman concludes.

Florida Hospital is the presenting sponsor of the AutoNation Cure Bowl, a new post-season NCAA football game, whose net proceeds will benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, on December 19 at the Orlando Citrus Bowl. The sponsorship is part of the organization’s long-standing commitment to cancer treatment, research and women’s health, and it will also host Cure Village at the stadium — a hub where fans can receive mammograms and other lifesaving screenings on game day.

Left to right: Alan Gooch, executive director of Orlando Sports Foundation; Dr. Annette Khaled, UCF College of Medicine associate professor; Myra Biblowit, president of Breast Cancer Research Foundation; Dr. Lori Boardman, medical director of Florida Hospital for Women; Buddy Dyer, Orlando Mayor.

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This partnership enhances a collaboration between Florida Hospital and University of Central Florida College of Medicine Associate Professor Dr. Annette Khaled. Dr. Khaled was recently awarded a $250,000 grant from the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) to fund her work into developing new technologies that treat metastatic cancer cells. Proceeds from the AutoNation Cure Bowl will help fund BCRF grants, such as Dr. Khaled’s, that allow researchers to continue their work toward finding a cure for breast cancer.

bb&s SUPPORT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VICTIMS at the 7TH ANNUAL “FRIENDS HELPING FRIENDS” 5K FUN RUN/WALK 900-plus runners. 100 volunteers. 77 sponsors. $25,000 for SafeHouse of Seminole. What started as a small fundraiser sponsored by Walk on Water, “A Unique Boutique with Purpose,” has grown by leaps and bounds, and the store will once again, for the 7th year, present this 5K fun run/walk for adults and children at Colonial TownPark in Lake Mary on Saturday, September 19.

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Walk on Water owner Roxane Mann (center in blue) with her team.

his event is for the sole benefit of SafeHouse of Seminole, a nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating the vicious cycle of domestic violence. SafeHouse of Seminole not only provides safety, but offers women and children an opportunity for a new life. Unfortunately, domestic violence cases continue to rise.

The proceeds of the 5K will be used for food, clothing, job training and educational

assistance for the women and children who benefit from SafeHouse of Seminole. The adult run/walk will begin at 7:30am and the kids run, for those 7 years old and under, will be at 8:30am. Both runs will start in front of Walk on Water at 1140 TownPark Avenue, Lake Mary. Learn more or sign up online at walkonwaterfl.rcom or visit one of their locations at Colonial TownPark or Winter Park Village.

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THE EMOTIONAL SIDE OF THE CANCER FIGHT

by Rebecca Moroose, MD UF Health Cancer Center — Orlando Health

FOR CANCER PATIENTS AND CANCER SURVIVORS THE DAY THEY RECEIVED THEIR DIAGNOSIS IS PERMANENTLY ETCHED IN THEIR MEMORY.

or me, the date was July 7, 2011 — I

your cancer on the clinical side, it is also

including at diagnosis, treatment, post-

was diagnosed with breast cancer.

incredibly important not to forget to manage

treatment, long-term survivorship, end-of-

For those of us who have faced

the emotional side of a cancer diagnosis.

life and bereavement. The goal is to ensure

cancer head-on we know that

Cancer care continues to evolve and

everything after this day is differ-

now major cancer centers are recognizing

no one has to face cancer alone. The five areas of support of the Cancer

ent. Cancer isn’t just a six-letter word or

just how critical it is to treat the whole

Support Community include support

someone else’s disease. It’s now my disease.

patient during a cancer battle — including

groups, education, healthy living, referrals

It’s a life-changing experience that is diffi-

addressing the emotional toll that the

and social connections. There are pro-

cult to process especially as you embark on

whole experience can take on us and

grams for everyone impacted by cancer,

the complex clinical path of fighting the

everyone around us.

not just the patient, but the entire circle.

disease. What do you tell your family, your

In January 2014, UF Health Cancer

Not only is it stressful to make the cancer

friends, your spouse, your boss? What doc-

Center — Orlando Health joined forces with

journey, but it’s also stressful to watch a

tor should you see? What hospital should

the Cancer Support Community, an inter-

loved one on that journey. That’s why sup-

you go to? What does the future hold? What

national nonprofit dedicated to providing

port groups are in place to work with care-

does tomorrow hold? There are endless

support, education and hope to people

givers, even children of cancer patients.

questions, some of which can be answered,

affected by cancer. The mission of the

We know that by lowering anxiety and

some of which cannot.

Cancer Support Community is to ensure

depression we improve healing time, and

Tests and surgical procedures will be

that all people impacted by cancer are

there is a proven correlation between psy-

done — blood work, CT scans, PET scans,

empowered by knowledge, strengthened

chosocial support and better health out-

biopsies — all to determine the best clinical

by action, and sustained by community.

comes. A recent study followed two groups

course of treatment for your specific type of

This program is unique because it addresses

of breast cancer patients over a period of 10

cancer. But while you and your medical

the social and emotional health of people

years. One group received social and emo-

team are moving forward full speed to treat

at any stage along the cancer journey,

tional support intervention and the other did not. The results showed a 45 percent reduced risk of breast cancer recurrence and a 56 percent reduced risk of breast cancer death for those who received social and emotional support. Therefore, finding ways to reduce stress doesn’t just make us feel better, it can make us heal better. While traveling the cancer journey, both patients and their caregivers must take care of themselves and learn to relax, learn to cope with this new normal. As you take care of your mind, body and spirit you should embrace healthy living and good

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bb&s nutrition. Incorporate exercise into your weekly routine as a mechanism for relieving stress. The Cancer Support Community offers cooking classes, caregiver respites, and yoga and tai chi classes that provide important information and tools to benefit the cancer patient as well as the whole community around that patient. If you can believe it, many cancer survivors say that cancer helped them re-evaluate their life. I encourage anyone facing a cancer diagnosis, as a patient or a caregiver, to make connections on your cancer journey; find programs such as the Cancer Support Community here in Central Florida that provide licensed mental health profes-

Cancer Support Community team members: Christine Karper, Ph.D.; Marcy Stern, EdD, LMHC; Nicole Santapola, Program Manager, Cancer Prevention and Outreach; Ryan Tonkin, MT-BC, Music Therapist; and Sarah Farmer, Program Coordinator

sionals to help you lessen the distress and increase your overall quality of life. The

Support Community; it is a great resource.

For more information on the Cancer Support

Cancer Support Community is a free ser-

Remember, you are not alone in your can-

Community at UF Health Cancer Center

vice to all Central Floridians, regardless of

cer fight. And treating the emotional side

â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Orlando Health visit orlandohealth.com

where you receive your cancer care. I

of cancer is as important as treating the

or call 321-841-5056.

encourage you to reach out to the Cancer

clinical side.

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Lisa Hilgenfeldt:

Taking Charge of Your Prevention Plan What if you were at high risk for developing a life-threatening disease and were offered a preventive treatment plan? It sounds like a no-brainer, right? Unfortunately it’s not so easy for many women — men, too — who find they carry the BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutation that increases their risk of breast and ovarian cancer. And that’s because there is no pill or injection — there is only surgical removal of healthy breasts and ovaries.

It’s a decision many would hesitate to make and an extreme

Her journey started a year ago. “I am

“I’m the type of person who says, ‘Let’s

the first female in three generations of one

get in there; how are we going to treat this?

measure many would not take. But Lisa

branch of my family. My dad, my uncle,

What? There’s no plan?’ It affected me emo-

Hilgenfeldt did not want to spend her life

my grandfathers and great uncles, and my

tionally, psychologically — I have a family,”

waiting for something bad to happen. She

dad’s cousins all had prostate cancer. My

she says. It just is not standard procedure for

has a family history of cancer — breast

first cousin was diagnosed with breast

women to have healthy breasts and ovaries

and ovarian for the women and prostate

cancer three years ago and the BRCA

surgically removed. Yet, Lisa admits the

for the men. Her father, a prostate cancer

gene was identified. That’s when my dad

conversation has grown since the announce-

survivor, is the one who insisted Lisa get

started telling me to get tested,” she adds.

ment by Angelia Jolie-Pitt that she had

tested for the BRCA gene. She says she

Her genetic counselor explained what

undergone preventive surgeries.

only did it to appease him and was not

the findings meant and the impact of being

“I decided to have my ovaries removed,

really worried about it.

positive. “And then they tell you you have it.

but was not going to have my breasts

When the genetic counselor told her

My husband wasn’t even with me because

removed. My ovaries were out pretty

the results were positive, she was left with

I thought everything would be fine. Then I

quickly, but I still wanted to talk with

more questions than answers — and not a

leave and realize I didn’t know what to do

someone else who was facing this,” she

lot of places to turn.

next,” she explains. Lisa was given a list of

adds.

“I am very passionate about this. I feel

doctors to call for the next steps, but really

She ended up having four surgeries

like once I was given this information I

wanted to talk with someone who had

and she is scheduled for one more this

had to do something about it. We have this

been faced with the same news.

month. Her ovaries were removed last

movement in our world now where we

She didn’t understand why there

August followed by a double mastectomy

talk about prevention, early prevention,

weren’t protocols for prevention when

in October, then reconstruction in March

and all these best practices. So why can’t

they are clearly in place when a cancer

and another reconstruction in May. She is

we talk about it for breast cancer? Can

diagnosis is made. If you found out you

still facing further reconstruction but is

prevention trump early detection? There

were at risk for heart disease, there would

taking a break for now. Although Lisa opted

are a lot of ways to prevent it — and not

certainly be treatments and a plan of

for surgery, there are other options, includ-

just my choices,” Lisa says.

action to minimize the risk.

ing chemotherapy prevention.

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“The morning after the mastectomy I woke up in the hospital and told my husband the cloud was gone. He said, ‘I’m running to Starbucks. I’ll be right back.’ The burden was just lifted,” she shares. Lisa is involved with the Cancer Support Community at UF Cancer Center — Orlando Health where she works with Program Director Diane Robinson. “We are both very eager to try to get this whole piece together to help these women and families. This is coming and it makes sense. I believe there are going to be more and more families making these decisions. I want to educate and empower others. I want to tell them my choice might not be your choice. We are dealing with different ages, different stages of life,” Lisa adds. “Now that I am a year out, this is my passion. I am 48 years old and it doesn’t end with me. Now each of my kids has a 50 percent chance of carrying the gene. And if my sons have it, I could even have a granddaughter who gets diagnosed with breast cancer at 25. This is madness. That’s why we have to think about this, and have to talk about it,” she continues. And it’s much more than just surgery. Diet and lifestyle choices also play a part in the prevention plan. Lisa’s health insurance covered everything from the genetic testing through the surgeries, but there are still concerns with life and disability insurance coverage. She worries about her sons, 19 and 21, because there are no protocols for males with the gene. “It affects families in every way. At what age do you tell your children about the gene? What kind of support will they have?” she asks. In addition to local resources such as the Cancer Support Community at UF Cancer Center — Orlando Health, Lisa suggests checking out some these online sources: brightpink.org, facingourrisk.org and nope2bc.com. september | october 2015

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Ready, Set, Run by Bonnie Pierce, CPT, RYT, and Tammy Smith, RN, CPT

Running elicits many different feelings; some people are so passionate about it they can’t live without it, while others cringe at the thought of simply taking a leisurely walk around the park. But even the most run-resistant person can have a change of heart.

erhaps they’ve discovered that a one-hour run can burn up to 700 calories, raise their heart rate, lower their blood pressure and

relieve stress, all while targeting their favorite problem areas, the glutes and abs. Others may have been recruited to run a charity race or are interested in buddyingup with a group of friends for a non-competitive fun run. Whatever the scenario, running is a great motivator for starting or spicing up an existing exercise routine because you’ve made a commitment to getting yourself fit enough to finish a race within a certain time frame. If you’re a newcomer to the sport, chances are you’ll be doing a 5K race, but don’t be daunted by the distance.

Where to Start?

uring out how long you’ll need to train

need more guidance. Athletic stores often

Running a 5K doesn’t mean trying to run

based on the date of the race. It’s always

sponsor group-training programs or you

3.1 miles on your first try, it’s more about

better to allow yourself more space and

can work one-on-one with a personal

making plans to reach that goal. Your first

time to prepare. If you consider yourself

trainer, a great way for first-time racers to

step will be to consult with your doctor

somewhere between a couch potato and a

ease into a training program designed to

before you start this or any fitness pro-

leisurely walker, you’ll need to start slowly.

meet their specific health and wellness

gram — especially if you’re a first-timer.

A safe and effective training program for a

needs and goals.

Once you’ve gained approval, go shopping

first-timer typically takes 8- to 12-week

Now, with plan in-hand, you’ll need to

for a good pair of running shoes at a store

progressions (or more depending on your

take the next important step toward run-

that specializes in finding you the best fit

fitness level), starting with walking, then

ning your first race — commit to achieving

possible. I know it may be hard, but base

increasing walk/jog intervals, slowly lead-

your goal. Declare your intentions to some-

your decision on the shoe’s comfort not

ing up to running 3.1 miles continuously at

one close to you, then, take a piece of paper

color. And while you’re there, invest in a

a comfortable pace. You may find a train-

and write down something as simple as “I

couple pairs of decent socks.

ing routine on the internet and this may

will finish the race.” Now take that piece of

be just what you need. Most beginners

paper and put it somewhere where you can

Next, set up a training program by fig-

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see it every day. The commitment alone

week leading up to the race but add foods

will drive you forward, but this will give

with a moderate to high glycemic index

you the strength when you need it the most.

such as whole-wheat pastas and vegeta-

Embrace Variety

The most successful and injury-free runners don’t run every day but rather incorporate cross-training activities such as

bles. They will help your body digest and release energy slowly.

Race Day

Proper pre-race fueling will help you stay

swimming, biking or working out at the

energized for the race without leaving you

gym. Adding variety to your training pro-

with an upset stomach. For best perfor-

gram will help prevent repetitive move-

mance, eat three to four hours before a

ment injuries (especially in the knee) and

race so that your body has time to digest

increase your chances of staying healthy

your food. Liquid and soft foods such as

for your first race and all those to come.

yogurt, honey, energy bars, bananas and

Stretching

It’s not a matter of “should you stretch” but

other fruits are good choices, but don’t eat any foods unless you know how they’ll affect your digestive system.

rather “when to stretch.” Stretching

It’s best to sip water throughout the

should be part of your regular running

days before a race. Pumping fluids right

routine. The best time for stretching is

before the starting gun could leave you

when your muscles are warmed up. If you

feeling sick to your stomach or needing to

like to stretch before you run, do it after

take a bathroom break.

you’ve done a slow 5- to 10-minute jog. Don’t bounce when you stretch — you

Whether you’ve been recruited to par-

may pull or tear the muscle. Hold your

ticipate in a charity event, fun run, simply

stretch for at least 10–15 seconds, never

want to start an interesting fitness pro-

stretch to the point of pain, and while you

gram, or enhance your existing workout,

stretch relax and breathe in and out slowly.

you know what to do. For most, it won’t be

Fuel your Run

an overnight endeavor but rather an interesting and rewarding process that will

Runners need to eat healthy to fuel their

take you to new fitness levels that you can

training and build stronger bodies. To get

keep for the rest of your life.

the most out of your food while training, focus on unprocessed foods and eat a

Bonnie Pierce, certified personal trainer and

small meal every three to four hours. Both

fitness instructor, and Tammy Smith, RN, certi-

carbs and proteins are an important part

fied trainer, and certified wellness and food

of a runner’s diet.

coach, operate Lifestyle Management Group,

The Day before the Race

located at the Village at Lake Lily in Maitland. To contact: call at 407-252-6541, email Bonnie

Forget about what’s called “carb loading.”

at bonniefitness.4u@gmail.com, or Tammy at

Instead, continue eating as you have in the

totalfitness@comcast.net.

Looking for a race or charity 5K? Track Shack provided a list of upcoming events. Learn more or register at trackshack.com. ROCK N’ RUN 5K

Saturday, September 12, 7:30am Secret Lake Park, Casselberry Rock n’ roll reigns supreme at the second race of the Track Shack Running Series.

U CAN FINISH 5 MILE & 2 MILE PRESENTED BY FLORIDA HOSPITAL

Saturday, October 18, 7:30am Brighthouse Stadium, Orlando The third race of the Track Shack Running Series is for runners, walkers, alumni and students. The entry includes a UCF football game ticket.

RUN NONA 5K, 15K & 20K CHALLENGE

Saturday, November 21, 3pm Lake Nona Town Center, Orlando The race will end at a block party filled with delicious food and fabulous music.

SENIORS FIRST TURKEY TROT 5K Thursday, November 26, 8am Lake Eola, Orlando A Thanksgiving tradition now in its 26th year, this race raises money for Meals on Wheels and other programs that support seniors in our community.

OUC ORLANDO HALF MARATHON AND TRACK SHACK LAKE EOLA 5K Saturday, December 5, 7:30am Lake Eola, Orlando This tradition is one of the Southeast’s top road race events, which winds through scenic downtown Orlando and Lake Eola.

VANESSA WELCH REINDEER RUN Saturday, December 12, 7:15am SeaWorld Orlando Run or walk the route through SeaWorld to the sound of holiday bells and end in a runner wonderland with holiday treats for all finishers!

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HOW TECHNOLOGY IS HELPING TO SHAPE HEALTHCARE IN THE 21ST CENTURY by Deborah Harding, MD, Harding Medical Institute

Technology and medical care have remained synonymous for generations. As knowledge and skills have expanded in the medical field, patient care has improved exponentially, making it possible to enhance and save countless lives around the world. Doctors can communicate with patients quicker, keep more accurate records, provide more urgent and quality care, and offer a more whole-care experience thanks to advances in medical technology.

lectronic Medical Records (or EMR), telehealth services and mobile

technologies

have

The Epocrates application is compatible with nearly all moble devices.

allowed medical practitioners in all areas, especially the med-

ical concierge field, to provide remote care with a more accurate diagnosis and improved patient care and experience. These interactive options not only allow a more personal, hands-on experience, but also help to increase the level of trust between the doctor and patient. Utilizing powerful EMR programs, physicians can

can use text messaging to communicate

to collaborate on patient care. For exam-

access a patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s medical history, medica-

non-emergency needs. Plus on a national

ple, I can give another doctor access to

tions, labs, specialist notes and diagnostic

health level, it is useful for this informa-

patient files electronically, and access can

testing anytime and anywhere. The medi-

tion to be databased together to provide

be discontinued at the touch of a button.

cal provider can see a patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s allergies

opportunites for scientists to perform

With HIPAA regulations in place, we can

and prescriptions currently being taken to

medical research on certain diseases, var-

assure patients their information is secure

prevent negative reactions. EMR allows

ied treatments and possible cures.

at all times, even during digital transmis-

prescriptions to be sent and received elec-

Physicians can now have access to vari-

tronically, saving critical treatment time

ous types of information they need includ-

in some cases.

ing drug information, research and studies,

Two amazing technologies allowing

patient histories, hospital records and

concierge doctors such as myself to pro-

more, all at the touch of a button.

vide excellent remote care are advanced

Patients can utilize patient-specific portals to have access to their own records

sion, offering confidential and encrypted files to be sent electronically.

and be more active in their treatment by

Taking patient drug information one

versions of Skype and home telemonitor-

learning about their condition, symptoms,

step further is an application called

ing systems. Skype allows me to see and

and any special considerations they need

Epocrates. This allows me to see drug

talk to patients from anywhere in the

to be mindful about during their care.

doses, side effects, insurance coverage,

world. This makes the inconvenience of

Physicans can communicate electronically

and determine drug interactions to pre-

mandatory office visits unnecessary, and

to answer questions and monitor treatment

vent potential side affects.

allows all of my patients to receive person-

plans. In addition, patients and doctors 60

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Technology is allowing medical teams

alized

treatment

anytime,

anywhere.

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Patients can remotely see their lab tests and discuss treatment plans in an electronically secure environment. Similarly, if I need to consult with a specialist in a certain field who practices in another country or state, this technology allows me to connect with them in a timely fashion. Once again providing the patient with the most effective and highest quality care available for their needs. Doctors can now monitor critical patient health measurements such as blood sugar, oxygen levels, weight, and blood pressure with home telemonitoring systems for proactive management, tracking and education from the comfort of the patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home. Patients and families are involved in their care by ulitilizing electronic diagnostic machines to monitor certain medical conditions. The devices are connected to the internet and send the patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s information to their doctor in real time. The doctor can then let patients know how to proceed in response to results gathered from the information. Telemonitoring systems are being used by many concierge physicians to improve patient outcome and success.

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Pharmaceutical companies are also using the internet to support patient care. For instance the maker of the weight-loss medication CONTRAVE offers the Scale Down program, which is a personalized weight-management support program, including an electronic scale at no cost to patients for as long as they are taking CONTRAVE. Patients are emailed helpful weight loss and diet hints, alerts when refills are due, and other timely reminders that are involved in a quality patient experience. In the age where technology has an ever-pervasive effect, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s amazing to see the positive influence that technology has in the medical field by utilizing proactive patient systems, software and phone applications. My hope is we continue to grow more in this area by embracing emerging technologies to deliver cutting-edge and innovative healthcare in the 21st century. Dr. Deborah Harding is board certified in internal medicine, sleep disorder medicine and anti-aging medicine. The Harding Medical Institute is located in MetroWest. Learn more at hardingmedicalinstitute.com.

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SURVIVORSTORIES by Michele Plant Kroupa

It was another typical day for Kathy Batista, an Orlando Health Level One Trauma Center secretary. She had just worked the night shift and slept a few hours before taking her 5-year-old son to school.

she was provided guidance to start “I Am Gladys Cabrera Foundation.” The program informs the community about domestic violence and provides survivors with the resources to get help. It happens all around us every day. One

The owner, Mari, told him that she

in four women, in the United States alone,

a new day, but this day would be unlike

didn’t want any problems today and that

are victims of domestic violence; and you

any other. She and her beloved mom,

he needed to leave. Immediately, he pulled

never think that it could happen to you.

Gladys, were spending a mother-daughter

out a gun and then forced everyone onto

day at the salon.

the floor with their heads between their

Her father had coffee ready for her to start

Kathy found out her favorite hairdresser

legs. Shots rang out and then there was

had opened a new place. That morning,

total silence, except for the bullet shells

she asked her dad if he wanted to join

hitting the floor. Just when she thought it

them. This time he declined, kissed his

was over, Kathy heard six more shots

wife and sent them on their way. Little did

before the front-door bell rang as he left

he know it would be the last time he would

and fled the scene.

see Gladys.

Kathy’s trauma center instincts kicked

In the middle of their pampering ses-

in. She checked everyone’s vitals and found

sion, the bell rang at the front door indicat-

her mom the victim of an abuser she

ing someone had just entered the salon. It

didn’t even know.

Cecilia Cruz served in the U.S. Army for four years. She had previously been married and was a romantic with an outgoing personality who believed that she would find love again.

was a man whose pupils were large and

Ninety-four percent of all domestic vio-

who looked uneasy. Kathy never experi-

lence incidents happen in the workplace.

enced the fear that she had when she saw

While Marcia and those who supported

him. He was the ex-boyfriend of a salon

her were the targets during this incident,

And she did, with a fellow enlisted Army

employee named Marcia; and she was to

innocent bystanders were affected as well.

soldier within her company who was

only see him in court that day for an injunction hearing.

Kathy eventually picked up the pieces

extremely charismatic. They fell in love,

of her life. She still misses her mom every

engaged within one year and then imme-

day and continues to work at Orlando

diately married. But she missed the signs.

Health. Through the support and guid-

Within four months after the wedding,

ance of Carol Wick, CEO of Harbor House

he became even more controlling than

of Central Florida, Orange County’s only

during their courtship. When she gave birth

state-certified domestic violence shelter,

to their son in 2003, he became verbally volatile — almost as if he was jealous of

From left: Andy Jimenez (son of Gladys), Victor Cabrera, Sr. (husband of Gladys), Irving Jimenez (son of Gladys), Kathy Batista (daughter of Gladys) and Victor Cabrera, Jr. (son of Gladys & Victor Sr.) at the “I Am Gladys Cabrera” walk against domestic violence.

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her attention on their son. Eventually he was discharged from the Army and received a government contract overseas. During that time, she moved closer to his mom in Florida where she also became involved with the church

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Cecilia Cruz

and took culinary classes. Whenever they

Domestic abuse knows no boundaries and

would communicate, she would have to

comes in various forms. It can happen to

answer the phone immediately; and if she

anyone of any socioeconomic class and gen-

didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t, he questioned her every move in a

der at any time. October is Domestic Violence

life that was busy with school, work and

Awareness Month and Harbor House would

caring for their son.

like for you to join them in taking a no-tolerance stance against this global epidemic.

When he permanently arrived home, he was overridden with jealousy and was

If you or someone you know might be

home all day while she continued her daily

experiencing domestic abuse, please call the confidential hotline at 800-500-1119 to speak

routine. Eventually they separated and she secured a culinary job at a hotel.

Her husband was never arrested and

with an advocate, or visit harborhousefl.com

One night after returning home at 2am,

would put their now 12-year-old son

to learn more. Also, download the R3 App,

there was a rattle at the front door. Her hus-

between them both. Harbor House helped

which provides easy access on any smart-

band was drunk, belligerent and threat-

her to file an injunction, while providing

phone to find out if you or someone you know

ened suicide as he entered her home. He

her with the comfort and counseling she

is in an abusive relationship and to find the

then saw a jacket, which he knew wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t

needed to regain her dignity and life. As a

closest state-certified shelter. Join the move-

hers, that innocently belonged to a friend.

result, she is strong again and graduated

ment to Paint the Town Purple by posting

At that moment he choked her, threw her

with honors from culinary school. Today,

photos of yourself and surroundings in purple

onto the sofa, and she did everything she

she uses this strength and experience to

onto social media @harborhousefl using

was trained in the Army to do to survive.

help others through her position as an

#paintorlandopurple.

He then took her keys and phone and nearly

aide for a Florida senator over the past

hit her with the car as he drove away.

seven years.

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HANNAH VEIGLE: ADVOCATE AND ALLY

For the growing number of children diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) they have to contend with the fact that their lives will never be the same. From the day they are diagnosed they have to grow up quickly as every day presents new challenges.

ut they do have a strong, resil-

“I had just turned 11 when I was diag-

wasn’t right. The next day I was walking

ient voice in Hannah Veigle,

nosed. I had been sick but had not gotten

with my friends and ran into a wall. I kind

who herself was diagnosed at

better, which was strange because I had

of blacked out. That night I was eating

age 11 and is now an advocate

never really been sick. I was practicing for

dinner and I told my dad I could not eat

— as well as a 16-year-old honor

a competitive dance event and did a jump,

because my throat was burning. He took

student and competitive dancer. She says

but I forgot how to land the jump and just

one look and we headed to the walk-in

it’s her mission to help other kids in her

kind of crumpled on the ground. Every-

clinic,” she explains.

situation.

one was laughing, but I knew something

It did not take the medical professionals long to diagnose Hannah, who had never even heard of type 1 diabetes. She ended up in the hospital for three days and was sent on her way to begin living a new kind of life. “It sounds simple, but it’s not the same because you have this new definition of normal. I first found support through JDRF [Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation], my family and my friends. I have now taken it upon myself to help others because it’s a very hard time. I remember asking my parents a couple of days after getting out of the hospital, ‘So, I have this forever?’ They told me yes until there is a cure,” she shares. Even though she has the burden of constantly checking her blood sugar and being extremely cautious about what and when she eats, she leads a fairly normal teenage life. Along with her dancing she has also added cheerleader to her resume. But awareness of juvenile diabetes is always at the forefront and she even started a club at her school to get more teens involved in getting the message out.

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“I enjoy working with JDRF because

have to calibrate twice a day and this

dent for Senator Bill Nelson. That meeting

they help make the beginning easier while

doesn’t replace testing my blood sugar,

was with all of us from Florida and since I

offering support for families. One of the

which I do about 12 times a day because I

was the oldest I got to lead the meeting

things I do now, which is super cool, is

am active and drive a car. It’s about an

which was a little stressful. After that we

meet with kids who are just diagnosed

improved quality of life” she says.

also got to meet with Senator Marco

and don’t know anyone else with the dis-

Every two years JDRF hosts an event

Rubio’s legislative correspondent. With

ease. It’s very humbling to be able to stand

called the JDRF Children’s Congress to give

him, I really got into the numbers, because

in front of someone and tell them I don’t

children living with type 1 diabetes a chance

for those suffering from really low blood

know everything, but share some things

to express the importance of government

sugar that means overnight hospital stays,

and leave them with the message that it’s

funding for life-changing research that

which is about $17,500 a night. And that

going to be okay,” she adds.

will help all of those affected by the disease.

can span out because diabetes is so unpre-

But on an even larger scale her aware-

Each of the delegates, children ages 4–17,

dictable. That’s why the CGMs make so

ness efforts took her to Washington D.C.

selected to attend Children’s Congress go

much sense.”

“This summer I got to speak with politi-

through quite the extensive selection process.

In addition to all of her other activities,

cians on Capitol Hill about funding for the

“I met with Congressman [John] Mica

Hannah also has a JDRF walk team —

Medicare CGM Act [the Medicare CGM

personally for about an hour. It was pretty

Hannah’s Troops — and they have raised

Access Act of 2015 that would facilitate

cool because he had never met with any-

more than $50,000 in the last five years.

Medicare coverage of continuous glucose

one before on this issue. I felt like we were

Sadly, because of T1D she has never been

monitors]. I actually have a CGM [she

being heard. He actually took me into one

able to complete the walk herself.

points it out on her upper arm] that shows

of the congressional hearings he was par-

me my blood sugar every five minutes and

ticipating in,” Hannah explains. “And

For more information visit

it creates a trend graph over time. I still

then I met with the legislative correspon-

centralflorida.jdrf.org.

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tastes&experiences The culinary catering team at the Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport hosted event planners and clients at a fall preview at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts featuring the latest trends in food and drink. Among the highlights was this refreshing trio of seasonal cool soups, both pretty and delicious. From Eastern European inspiration to classic Spanish selections, the organic beet and cucumber, Ajo Blanco and gazpacho Andulaz are sure to be party hits.

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CALLING ALL FOOD WINE LOVERS

Compiled by Kimberly Suits

The only way great fall weather could get better is to add amazing food and wine. This season there are many great food and wine festivals right here in Central Florida. From all-day expos to a month of dinner specials, we have detailed seven local.

August 24 – September 30

September 25 – November 15

VISIT ORLANDO’S MAGICAL DINING MONTH

WALDORF ASTORIA ORLANDO FOOD & WINE WEEKENDS

Support Elevate Orlando by indulging in

The Waldorf Astoria Orlando and Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek will host the fifth annual

appetizers, entrees and desserts. It’s as

Food & Wine Weekends, which are designed to complement the Epcot International Food

easy as buying dinner.

& Wine Festival. Over the eight weekends there will be many distinctive wine and culinary

During September enjoy the amazing

programs scheduled.

culinary experiences offered in the Orlando

A sample of new programs this year includes chalk art creations by renowned artists

area by participating in Visit Orlando’s

Edson Campos and Kathleen Brodeur. Edson and Kathleen will create a masterpiece

Magical Dining Month and help the Ele-

while guests dine. There will be post-dinner treats created by a world-class pastry team,

vate Orlando cause. Elevate Orlando works

including a 12-flavor Macaroon bar. Added on Saturdays will be a new Craft Beer Experi-

to help equip urban youth to graduate and

ence with local breweries.

become productive members of society.

Favored programs that will return include Bar du Chocolate and Champagne Tasting,

They meet the complex needs of students

The Art of Sushi Pairing, and wine-paired dinners at the hotels’ signature restaurants, La

by providing both character education

Luce and Bull & Bear. The Waldorf Astoria Spa will continue to provide daily Tuscany

and life-skills training.

Wine Specials.

Throughout September, more than 75 fine dining restaurants will feature prefixe dinners for $33. Each dinner will include an arrangement of appetizers, entrées and desserts. One dollar from each meal will be donated to Elevate Orlando. “Elevate Orlando is thrilled to have been selected as the designated charity for the 10year anniversary of Magical Dining Month. Through the funding that will be provided by Magical Dining, Elevate Orlando will be able to expand our reach to an additional 225 – 250 urban youth on a weekly basis,” says Jack McGill, president, Elevate Orlando.

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In between Food & Wine Weekends events guests can enjoy hotel amenities, such as spa services, golf course access and multiple pool complexes.

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EPCOT INTERNATIONAL FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL Celebrating its 20th year is the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, presented by Chase. Take a trip around the world and taste the traditional cuisine as you go. Marketplaces throughout the park offer small portion food dishes, along with wine and beer. At each marketplace you will find food dishes ranging from $4–8 and drinks

October 30 – 31

ranging from $3–6. Make sure to try the

WALT DISNEY WORLD SWAN AND DOLPHIN FOOD & WINE CLASSIC

new Pepper Bacon Mac-n-Cheese from The Farm Fresh Marketplace and the new Seared Venison Loin from New Zealand Marketplace. One seasoned tip is to pur-

Escape for just the evening or all night at the

chase Food & Wine Festival gift cards,

Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food

instead of having to use cash or credit cards.

& Wine Classic. The Food & Wine Classic

Disney’s top chefs and guest chefs will

features wine samples from around the world

oversee seminars and tastings throughout

and a wide variety of professional culinary

the festival as well as hosting signature

creations. It also offers 10 educational semi-

dinners that will include a fixed-price menu

nars on topics such as wines, cocktails, beer,

with wine pairings from a hosted winery.

pasta-making, cheese pairing, or the fine art

For families, ABC will record The Chew

of sushi and sake.

live at the Festival. Audience tickets are

Another way to enjoy the weekend is to

available for purchase. During the world

stroll the causeway. The causeway runs along

tour, let your little explorers take on the

the lake and is lined with vendor tents. You

Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak Scaven-

will find treats created by top chefs, including

ger Hunt with maps, stickers and prizes.

the only two-time winner of the World Pastry

Also take part in premium experiences

Team Championship, Todd Branlard. Cause-

like the “French Family Meal Traditions”

way tickets can be upgraded to include the

and the “Rockin’ Burger Block Party.”

new beer garden, which will have craft beers

Epcot International Food & Wine Fes-

and chef-made bar snacks.

tival is an extravaganza you won’t want to

There are one-night packages that include

miss. With more than 1,200 fireworks

two adult event tickets, and two causeway

exploding each night over World Show-

tickets for $359. Or the purchase of daily

case Lagoon, Disney knows how to throw

tickets is open to the general public.

a party.

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“At the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic we’re creating the vibe of a street party,” says Food & Beverage Director Tony Porcellini. “The Classic offers us a chance to share our passion for food and beverage with our guests through seminars taught by our own in-house experts, personal meet-and-greets with accomplished chefs, and tastings of the best in food, wine and beer while enjoying live music in a fun, relaxed atmosphere.”

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October 24

4TH ANNUAL WINTER PARK WINE & DINE

THE FOODIE EXPO

Experience this premiere fall

stop for the travel-

event, the Winter Park Wine &

ing Foodie Expo by Ignitor Events and

Dine at the Winter Park Farmers

MyCity Eats. The Expo will expose Orlando

Market. The evening will be

foodies to great local chefs and other

rocking with live entertainment

enthusiasts.

Orlando is the first Emily Ellyn

by The Holcomb Brothers Band.

Emily Ellyn, the Retro Rad Chef and

With more than 30 Orlando

Food Network television personality, will

area vendors passing out com-

host Expo by introducing the chefs, as

plimentary food samples, hors d’oeuvres, craft beer and wine, you won’t go home hungry.

well as highlighting the Central Florida

Some of the included participants are Williams Sonoma, The Meat House, Mellow Mush-

breweries and wineries. Each vendor will

room, Ancient Olive, Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant, Ocean Prime and Rogue Pub.

have a creative twist and provide unique

This year take advantage of the new VIP package. With the VIP package you will have

experiences to guests.

access to exclusive areas at the event where they will serve unlimited full pours of fine wines,

“I can’t wait for The Foodie Expo. It’s

champagne and craft beers. The VIP Park Avenue package is $75 and the general admission

really like no other food event we’ve ever

New York Avenue package is $45. Pre-sale packages are sold at a discounted price.

seen in Central Florida. First of all, it’s on

“The Winter Park Wine & Dine is probably the only fall festival of this quality you can

a farm. How cool is that? … With plenty of

attend that has 30+ merchants for $30 or less, if you buy tickets early; the actual attendees

room to feature food trucks and the best in

come from all over Orlando, which enhances the Winter Park community; and lastly, the

culinary offerings from around the area.

food, wine and craft beer is amazing with some of the best local restaurants in the area

There will be a farmers market, beer gar-

attending,” says Anthony DiNova, CEO and founder of Creative Upstart.

den, music, cooking demos, and even a pig

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roast and butchering class… and I have the pleasure of being the hostess with the most-ess!” Emily says.

October 18

The need to educate local food lovers of

LATIN FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL

the great places and sources has grown

The Latin Food & Wine Festival will be a

bars and cafés, restaurants, and of farmers

lavish culinary event celebrating Latin

market products, craft beer and wine.

culture and cuisine. Guests can purchase

Guests will have the chance to watch

meals, wine, spirits and beer from Central

butchering and cooking demonstrations.

along with the foodie scene. The Expo will have samplings from street food vendors,

Florida restaurants and distributors. Chefs

The Expo will take place at the Good

will do cooking demonstrations. The event’s

Neighbors Farmers Market in Oviedo.

main stage will feature Latin-inspired

With 35 acres of land there will be plenty

music and entertainment. There will be

of room to enjoy the show from the audi-

an area for local artists to showcase their

ence lawn with chairs and blankets. There

work. Enjoy the Latin flair outdoors at the

will also be plenty of fun breaks through-

Dr. Phillips Center Seneff Arts Plaza from

out the day with live music, hayrides, pet-

12–8pm. The event is free to the general

ting farm, and a meet and greet with

pubic.

celebrity guests and NFL Alumni.

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BITS & BITES

ON A ROLL: MAKIS PLACE ON THE SOUTH END OF PARK AVENUE there is a new fast and casual sushi spot called Makis Place. At lunch, the restaurant was full of light and life as we enjoyed our delicious sushi salad and rolls. Makis Place specializes in temaki, hand-rolled sushi cones filled with high quality fish, vegetables and rice, wrapped in Nori seaweed. The concept is inspired by temakerias throughout Brazil, home of the largest Japanese colony outside of Japan. The menu also includes sushi rolls, sashimi, sushi salads and rice bowls. Makis Place provides a lighter option for Park Avenue diners with calorie counts displayed on all temakis, many of them less than 200 calories. In addition, Makis serves a selection of beer, wine and sake. And each table has a collection of three signature sauces, including sweet wasabi, tare sauce, and a wasabi soy mix. The first Makis Place opened in 2008 and the franchise has expanded to more than 100 locations worldwide. The Makis Place on Park Avenue is one of only eight locations in the U.S., with more to come in the Orlando area. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Kimberly Suits

MAKIS PLACE 528 S. Park Ave., Winter Park 407-790-4592 | makisplacewinterpark.com

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BITS & BITES

CHEF’S DEBUT at the JAMES BEARD HOUSE Executive Chef Marc Kusche of Hamilton’s Kitchen at The Alfond Inn is the latest Central Florida chef to prepare and present a meal at New York City’s prestigious James Beard House. His theme for the multi-course meal on October 23 is Florida Farmhouse Flavor.

hef Kusche and his team have

Glazed Parsnips, and Mustard Seed Sauce;

The preparation of Chef Kusche’s dinner

been praised as trendsetters in

and Olive Oil-Poached Red Snapper with

will be livestreamed via the Kitchencam

Orlando’s dynamic food scene.

Caramelized Cauliflower, Caper Berries,

at JBFKitchencam.org and tickets can be

With a fresh take on Southern

Tomatoes and Shaved Fennel.

purchased at jamesbeard.org.

comfort food and a strong com-

James Beard, a cookbook author and

For foodies who want to taste cuisine

mitment to locally sourced ingredients he

teacher, was a champion of American cui-

but are unable to attend the Beard House

has become a noted supporter of the

sine. The mission of the James Beard

event, The Alfond Inn — a boutique hotel

booming epicurean culture.

Foundation is to celebrate, nurture and

in Winter Park — is offering its Auberge in

For the special dinner, Chef Kusche

preserve America’s culinary heritage and

the Park package, which includes: dinner

will prepare such dishes as Short Rib

future. Each year only a select handful of

for two at Hamilton’s Kitchen, Chef’s Tast-

Pralines with Basil Crust and Balsamic-

chefs are invited to cook at the historic

ing Menu with wine pairings and classic

Onion Confit; Hamilton’s Kitchen Shrimp

house, a narrow brownstone in New York’s

room accommodations for two (priced from

and Grits; Slow-Braised Lamb Neck with

Greenwich Village that served as Beard’s

$309 through December 15). For more

Pumpkin Risotto, Honey and Rosemary-

home for decades until his death in 1985.

information visit thealfondinn.com.

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BITS & BITES

North Quarter Tavern Joins the Neighborhood

Chef Matt Wall

FROM THE CITRUS RESTAURANT TEAM, North Quarter Tavern has opened in the up and coming North Quarter District in downtown Orlando. The kitchen is under the direction of Executive Chef Matt Wall who has been with Citrus Restaurant for more than six years. “The Tavern has been a project two years in the making and the team is excited to share our chef-driven neighborhood tavern with Orlando,” he says. The lunch and dinner menu is full of pub favorites — Rueben, Tavern burger, and piled-high, Chicago beef sandwich — and interesting entrées — fried chicken (beer-brined thighs), grilled Scottish salmon, and tagliatelle carbonara made with local eggs. The brunch menu features breakfast fare with a flair (the Texas breakfast has triple corn grits, smoked chili, fried egg and warm tortillas), and specialty sandwiches and burgers. The full bar focuses on local and craft brews. The Tavern is located on the ground floor of NORA, a luxury apartment building, and next door to Citrus Restaurant. Valet parking is available in front of the restaurant after

North Quarter Tavern

5pm. The new addition to the neighborhood is open for lunch and dinner as well as Sun-

861 N. Orange Ave., Orlando

day brunch from 10:30am to 3:30pm.

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407-757-0930 | northquartertavern.com

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BITS & BITES

UPPING THE ANTE ON I-DRIVE Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House has landed back in town Kelli Hadd

at a new location on International Drive, across the street from Pointe Orlando.

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nd while you would logically

picturesque patio, Del Frisco’s Orlando

expect an excellent array of

boasts more than 400 seats.

steaks on the menu, wine is

Expect to be impressed by the menu,

a pretty big star here too, with

starting with appetizers — Shellfish Plateau

walls and walls displaying

(for two or four guests) with chilled Alas-

and chilling more than 1,200 different labels.

kan king crab legs, iced jumbo shrimp and

The interior, in keeping with the current

fresh oysters on the half shell; traditional

design trends, is an open mix of natural

escargot with Burgundy snails, garlic basil

materials that combines comfort with an

butter, prosciutto, diced tomato, and toasted

easy elegance. With two floors that include

baguette; or a simple thick-cut bacon au

two bars, four private dining rooms and a

poivre with bourbon molasses glaze.

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liqueur and vanilla ice cream. The lunch menu includes a mix of starters, salads and sandwiches, plus full entrées and sides. Through September 7, guests can enjoy the Prime Pair, a $55 prix-fixe menu — a perfectly prepared 8 oz. filet paired with your choice of succulent crab cake, scallops or shrimp, plus a salad and side. And even if you are not hungry, the large bars will accommodate you with a variety of thirstquenching cocktails. You can go with sea or land for your

The opening team includes General

entrée choices. Turf lovers will crave the

Manager Dominick Delledera, Executive

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Chef Greg Thompson, who spent 16 years

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Event Planner Kelli Hadd. Del Frisco’s is

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open daily for lunch and dinner.

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WAYS TO REFRESH YOUR HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS by Karen LeBlanc

MASTERPIECE DESIGN GROUP

As the holiday season approaches, it’s time to refresh the welcome mat for extended family and friends who will soon fill our homes for parties and celebrations.

culture that reveres good food and a

MAKE THE GUEST BED A LUXURY HOTEL EXPERIENCE:

gracious home. Personally, I consider

Treat your overnight visitors to a 5-star

the holiday season an opportunity to

hotel experience with a few simple enhance-

show my gratitude to friends and extended

ments to your guest room. For a seasonally

family. I love to entertain but I’ve learned

spectacular bed, Masterpiece Design Group

500-thread-count cotton sheets or higher.

that it’s not the party, but the particulars

suggests starting with plush, white, hotel-

“They ensure a clean look and a good

— the little details that make my guests

style bedding with a variety of designer

night’s sleep. I’m always considering the

feel special.

was raised on a hearty dose of Southern hospitality growing up in Louisiana, a

styled pillows in themes of silver and gold,

overall experience. Experience is the new

Each year I host a holiday cookie

red and white candy-cane-inspired stripes,

luxury and when it comes to having guests

exchange, a themed event that is quite a

vintage-looking crewel, colorful Kwanzaa

it is important to remember that the little

production to pull off, but what makes the

designs, or Chanukah shades of blue.

things often go a long way,” says Stacy,

A best-dressed bed for the holidays

receives guests. Thoughtful amenities, per-

exudes luxury, yet is cozy and inviting.

sonalized touches and festive décor come

New York-based designer Stacy Garcia

together as an extension of my hospitality,

recommends

making visitors feel welcomed, appreciated and right at home for the holidays. For expert advice on getting your home ready for holiday hosting, I asked the design experts at Masterpiece Design Group, a Winter Park design firm specializing in model home merchandising and residential interiors, and Stacy Garcia, founder of licensing firm and design house Stacy Garcia, Inc. that recently launched a luxury lifestyle brand for the residential market. From their expert insight, I’ve put together a list of seven essentials for a pre-holiday season home refresh that doesn’t require a costly remodel or permanent enhancements. 88

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biggest impression is the way my home

making

the

bed

with

who has designed several collections of wallpaper, textiles and furnishings. Create extra comfort by dressing your guest bed with snuggly covers, cushions

and throws. “For overnight guests, provide your own turndown service by leaving chocolates by the pillow; they will feel like they are on vacation,” she adds. If extra sleeping space is a necessity, Masterpiece Design Group President Christy Scanlon suggests making room for a cozy daybed or a one-arm sofa. To accommodate luggage, I also place two luggage stands in the room for my guests that I can easily fold up and store in a closet after they’ve gone. september | october 2015

h&d STOCK GUEST AMENITIES: Once the bed is ready to receive guests, turn your attention to personal and thoughtful touches that make your visitors feel both welcomed and appreciated. Stacy suggests placing bottles of water on the nightstand for each guest and adding amenities such as notebooks, flowers and candles. “For out-of-town guests, consider a locally inspired welcome basket with all the best goodies and treats of your hometown. If you don’t have time to play tour guide, leave maps or suggestions on local must-sees. It is a nice gesture, and a subtle encouragement for your guests to go exploring on their own,” Stacy says.

PREP THE POWDER/ GUEST BATHROOM:

crisp, white canisters with red blooms, or

then incorporate all its various hues.

Make sure your powder room and guest

fig wreaths strung on burlap ribbon. “Fill-

“Next, creatively layer with decorative

bathroom are ready to receive guests by

ers and containers don’t have to be costly

items you have around your home. This

decluttering the countertops and refresh-

— dollar store glass vases paired with bulk

doesn’t need to be costly or over-thematic.

ing with decorative hand towels and soaps.

candy can be holiday perfection,” she says.

You can create a striking table setting by

For the guest bath, Stacy recommends organizing the contents of the drawers,

LIGHT A CANDLE:

updating towels and bath mats, and stock-

Decorative candles create a warm and

ing up on luxurious shampoos, body

inviting ambiance for your guests. Light

washes, soaps and lotions. “They will

some candles to create a soft and welcom-

make your guests feel pampered and you

ing glow this holiday season. Pillar can-

do not have to break the bank, just buy

dles add a colorful presence in this sea-

travel-sized ones,” she says. Don’t forget

son’s popular colors of pink, mint,

seasonal smells such as potpourri or deco-

turquoise, blue, yellow, gold and silver. For

rative wall plug-ins that leave your bath-

a more festive theme, infuse traditional

room smelling fresh and festive. I stock up

holiday shapes, such as Christmas trees,

on holiday-themed wall plug-ins from Bed

angels, stars and hearts, accented with rib-

Bath & Beyond in evergreen and pepper-

bons in copper or traditional patterns in

mint for the holidays.

red and white, or green or holiday motifs.

FOCUS ON FLOWERS:

SET THE TABLESCAPE:

Flowers are an affordable and easy way to

Set the dining table this holiday season

freshen up a space with color and holiday

with a tablescape that doubles as a focal

charm. Look for focal points in your home

point and conversation piece. For table

where flower arrangements can be admired

décor, think about the narrative that

such as on an entry table in the foyer, a fire-

drives your tablescape. How will your

place mantle or coffee table. Christy pro-

table tell your holiday story? Christy

poses decorating with multiple glass

suggests starting with one inspiration col-

bowls of poinsettias, fresh fir garlands,

or, such as gold or Chanukah blue, and

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simply using a selected color or palette and

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eclectic accessories, even spray paint,” she explains. According to Christmasworld, the world’s leading trade fair for festive décor held annually in Frankfurt, Germany, copper is the “it” color of the season, exuding warmth and restrained elegance. Pair copper with gold, silver, black, red or blue and add in copper accents such as candles, ribbons, wreaths, vases and baubles. For an angelic, ethereal theme, combine white and gold by mixing materials and objects such as feathers, velvet, garland baubles, flowers or candles. For a more down-to-earth theme, use Mother Nature as your muse to create a tablescape of pine cones, figurines of woodland creatures, wood ornaments and acorn accents in festive wreaths or garlands. Polar bears, penguins, owls, squirrels and elephants in porcelain, velvet, or with artificial hair are finding their way onto the table this year as popular decorative motifs. With each tablescape, you’ll want to vary the heights of your decorative pieces to add visual interest. As a finishing touch for each place setting, display a small decorative figurine on each plate that doubles as a hostess gift. september | october 2015

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testing these color directions in accent

guests, the little details that show you care.

pieces before purchasing investment piec-

With these seven house edits, your home

The holiday season makes your home the

es. “If you are feeling bold, go with more

will be the “hostess with the mostess.”

center of attention as the host of parties,

punchy pastels mixed with the burgundy

visitors and overnight guests. As you plan

and navy of the season. Start slow, you

for holiday decorations and entertaining,

don’t need to jump right in with a com-

it’s an ideal time to update the look of your

pletely new color scheme,” she adds.

main living spaces. In preparing for the

Once you’ve updated your living space,

holiday season, Stacy advises adding

take inventory of your seating and furni-

warm textures and chunky knits to create

ture options to accommodate guests. Do

a more layered palette.

you have enough places and spaces to

“Winter whites are still the way to go!

accommodate a large group or family gath-

We are also still seeing blush tones and

ering? Are there enough places to sit every-

warmer metal tones. Cosmetic pinks, cor-

one together comfortably? “If not, a quick

als and beautiful powdery pastels are

fix is to add a generous size bench or otto-

being contrasted with interesting wood

mans to an existing arrangement; these

finishes and warm metals for an inviting

can also be moved around easily to accom-

and updated look,” she says. As the chair

modate overflow needs,” Christy says.

of the Color Marketing Group, the pre-

The art of being a good host isn’t just

mier international association for color

about the food and the party favors; it’s

design professionals, Stacy recommends

also about how your home receives your

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CONTEMPORARY KITCHENS With streamlined designs, eclectic touches and multiples of appliances, the National Kitchen & Bath Association concurs that this is the leading style for new and renovated kitchens. And the top trends include: • Clean with an overall contemporary feeling

With newer kitchens there is an in-

style cabinetry is a popular interpretation

• A fusion of styles and multiple colors

creased focus on the user experience, from

• European-styled cabinets

easy maintenance to accessible design,

White is the leading color for today’s

• Multiples of appliances

while considering the needs of all users in

kitchens, but gray, black, blue and green

• The rise of steam ovens

the space, including pets. And while tradi-

are also popular. As for furnishings, the

• Furniture-like pieces

tional and transitional styles remain pop-

table is being replaced by islands and fur-

• Outdoor kitchens

ular, last year traditional ranked as the

niture-style dry bars are being incorpo-

• Fewer standard kitchen tables, replaced

fourth most popular kitchen style.

rated into kitchen designs. And many

by counters or tall gathering tables

of transitional.

There is a movement toward industrial

kitchens now have desks or home office

• TVs and docking stations

chic, mid-century modern, and mixing

areas incorporated to make them multi-

• Wine refrigerators

rustic with contemporary. Versatile shaker-

functional spaces.

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It was a diagnosis none of them expected. It was a journey none of them wanted. Yet in the end they found strength within themselves and in their supporters. They open up and talk candidly about the initial shock of learning they had breast cancer through their treatment and recovery.

BETH RUDLOFF

BREA WEISS

ANNE DELI

Chief Operating Officer UF Health Cancer Center Orlando Health

Public Affairs Marilyn Monroe Spas

President American Road Group

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t is a slow and difficult path to get to the diagnosis of breast cancer, and then a long road of recovery to

ANNE

being cancer free, much of the time fraught with huge emotional pres-

sure that outweighs anything I have had to deal with in my entire life,” Anne Deli says. Her voyage began the end of last year when her husband, Steve, asked her to go to her doctor to use some medical benefits

Anne with her husband, Steve

before year-end. She went in for a regular annual mammogram. “The people who say women do not need annual screenings must be crazy. That screening saved my life. My mammogram was on December 17, 2014, at 12:45pm. I remember thinking I was so lucky that I was healthy,” she adds. Anne received a phone call on December 19 just minutes before 150 people were due to arrive at a party celebrating the couple’s

homecoming

following

cata-

strophic water damage that destroyed their home. “It was an evening of celebration and yet, as I was listening to the person on the phone, I had a sick feeling in my stomach. They wanted me to come in as soon as possible. I started to cry but

“By the time I put to bed this journey it will have taken more than a year

guests were arriving so what do you do? I

of my life. It has changed me in many ways. I am warmer and more

parked it for a day and enjoyed my party

compassionate with people in need.”

that evening,” she shares. She found her next appointment around

An MRI was scheduled after the first

much information that created a lot of

Christmas to be very long and scary.

of the year and Anne was finding that

“When I arrived and asked how long they

every new appointment took weeks to

Anne admits it was a terrifying time,

thought I would be the nurse said one to

book. She made a new rule: Never get sick

and she and her husband were very fright-

two hours. I was actually there for over

during the holidays. “I remembered some-

ened. Her children, who were home for

four hours. I sensed things were not going

one told me breast cancer is an ‘emotional

the holidays, were advised of the situation

well. I sat in the hallway for much of the

emergency not a medical emergency,’ and

and were extremely upset. “Their step-

time worried as I was called in for two or

how. Shortly after, I had lunch with my

mother had had breast cancer twice and

three different sets of tests. I was alone for

girlfriend, Alice Sabl, who told me, ‘Anne,

survived. As younger children, they had

a variety of reasons, mostly because men

you are a successful business woman; you

lived through those experiences. We began

are not allowed on the women-only floors

have to be your own advocate. No one will

to tell friends and they were so upset too,

where these tests take place. So the radi-

help you.’ That was the best advice I had

and at that point I realized, I had to be

ologist told me that there was a high likeli-

received and I moved immediately into

very strong for Steve, my children and my

hood I had cancer, and my wonderful hus-

action. I started by selecting the hospital

friends. No self-pity,” she says.

band was not there. I was all alone. All I

affiliation, and doctors based on recom-

Later that month, the MRI and biop-

heard was that more tests were required

mendations from friends and meetings

sies confirmed breast cancer in multiple

and I had a high probability of breast can-

with them. I sought out reputable websites

locations within her breasts. Steve picked

cer. Everything else was a blur,” she says.

and read, although in many ways, too

her up at the hospital and took her for

stress and confusion,” she adds.

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“Had I not had the breast cancer screening, I would be in a very different, more dangerous place today. Had I not had a wonderfully loving, supportive husband, family and friends, I would probably have been crushed by the enormity of the moment.” group of friends worldwide. Since I don’t

than I was — which was a lot. I had a

do Facebook, I sent messages weekly for a

friend tell me that her husband went miss-

while, then monthly and finally stopped after

ing when she was sick and she was still so

my second surgery. But I think it helped.

bitter. Steve was there every step of the

People were less afraid to talk to me about

way. Thank God,” she explains.

cancer because I engaged in the conversa-

Unfortunately, Anne had a negative

tion. Men and women felt more comfortable

reaction to the painkillers and ended up

asking me questions. I was very honest

covered in welts and itching like crazy.

with everybody about what was happen-

That’s why she strongly advises women to

ing and how we felt about it,” she explains.

be your own advocate as her doctor’s team

The week before Anne’s bilateral mas-

was not particularly helpful. Her con-

tectomy Steve took her to her favorite

cierge internist is the one who figured

place for a week. “I know most people

things out and solved the problem. She

can’t do that but it was a great sign of love.

surmises that even the best doctors can

I remember him saying to me, ‘You can’t

have inadequate staffs. “Sadly, you have to

die. What would I do?’ All of this strength-

fight for your rights as a patient,” she adds.

ened my resolve to survive and be strong

At this point Anne thought she was

and get better quickly. Although it is hard

done. And then she received the next set

for me to label myself a survivor now, I

of bad news — she had stage II breast can-

guess that is what I have become. We

cer and cancer in the lymph nodes was

sushi at her favorite restaurant. It was

returned the day before surgery. So the

also confirmed. This part began a long and

then that she broke down and cried in the

trip was a coping mechanism and it

confusing road for her as most of the peo-

restaurant. “I didn’t want to die. I have

worked. It took our minds off things for a

ple she knew who had breast cancer had

never been good with uncertainty; and

time before the big surgery,” she says.

had it years ago and they had radiation

this was crushing news,” she adds.

The day of the surgery she stayed in

and/or chemo. But diagnostics have become

She recalls the weeks awaiting surgery

the hospital for one night and feels she

quite more advanced and customized. “My

as being a blur of doctor and hospital visits

was so lucky. The night nurse freelancing

oncologist, the hospital breast cancer

— each time she had to give her personal

on the floor was very compassionate and

information, yet again, and answer basic

helpful, staying with Anne all night with-

questions, often filling out new forms of

out complaint. “I wish I knew her name. I

information she had supplied the week

was on painkillers so I barely remember a

before. She soon started carrying every-

thing. But I would thank her. The next

thing from medications to her family

morning I was out by 11am. I wonder if it

history with her. She found the process

is a good thing to rush you out so fast. I

exhausting and struggled to understand

wanted to stay and be taken care of. But

why, with all of today’s technology, some

when I arrived home, I was glad to be in

things seemed so old-fashioned.

my own environment and out of the hospi-

Opening up to her friends was a priority.

tal. So that turned out well. And Steve was

“I decided this was not my dirty little secret.

there at every turn, draining my tubes and

I would communicate. In January, I had a

giving me my medications. I could not

party for 50 in Orlando to let my friends

have done it without his love, affection and

know. I started a weekly email to a wider

devotion. I think I fell in love even more

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board, along with national onco testing, which came almost a month later, did not recommend for either. I had very early stage and I was what is called hormone receptive. So I now take Arimidex, which I will be on for several years,” she says. Anne feels her story from a cancer perspective has turned out well. She has a very high probability of never having breast cancer again and does not have the BRCA gene. She was able to share that information with her only daughter, and given that her grandmother was thought to have had ovarian cancer, it was a great relief. But then the next nightmare occurred — the reconstruction did not go well. So soon Anne will have her reconstruction completely redone — not a small thing. “I had an A+ team of doctors at one of this nation’s best hospitals and this happens — go figure. I view this whole episode as a bad joke. Today I finally selected the new plastic surgeon who will do the revision,” she adds. “By the time I put to bed this journey it will have taken more than a year of my life. It has changed me in many ways. I am warmer and more compassionate with people in need; I believe healthcare is

“

was a 39-year-old healthy

“I had a clean mammogram six months

female. I work out a lot. I have

prior. So that speaks to how aggressive,

no history of breast cancer in

powerful and invasive my cancer was. By

my family. I spend a lot of time

the time it was found it was stage II and

in the hospital [she previously

about three centimeters. I went to my GP

worked at Florida Hospital Foundation

who said let’s repeat your mammogram,

and still serves on the children’s hospital

which turned into an ultrasound. The

was very surprised by some close friends

board]. I get my mammograms every year

technician was all up under my arms so I

who disappeared and by some new friends

— I got a baseline at age 30 because I was

knew she was checking my lymph nodes.

who were at my side or on a phone all of

fibrocystic,” Brea says.

I could see on the screen because it kind of

messy — often a large, faceless bureaucratic machine; I live with the fear that cancer will come back even though the odds are low — but it is the irrational fear that gets to you when you are lying awake at night; and I know who my friends are. I

the time. I will not forget,” Anne continues.

She had just come back from traveling

looks like a heat map and I knew it was

“Had I not had the breast cancer

overseas and was going to spend some time

screening, I would be in a very different,

with her three-year-old nephew in the pool.

not good,” she explains. She was already scheduled to see her

more dangerous place today. Had I not

He burst in while she was changing and

doctor for some blood work. “He’s a con-

had a wonderfully loving, supportive hus-

as she grabbed herself to cover up, she

cierge physician. Since I was already at

band, family and friends, I would probably

noticed a “gnarly” wrinkle and some dim-

Celebration [Health — Florida Hospital]

have been crushed by the enormity of the

pling on her breast. And she knew it was

getting the ultrasound he went ahead and

moment. But the human spirit is strong

not normal. Later when she was lying on

contacted Dr. Olga Ivanov, the breast sur-

and I found myself to be very resilient. I

her back in bed, she could really feel the

geon there. She walked in and put the

am thankful I am cancer free today, and

tumor. She even had her husband check

films up and said, ‘I think there are two

just hope I stay that way,” she concludes.

and they both thought it shouldn’t be there.

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no. ‘It’s either two close together or one

“Having worked in the hospital and

there was no way I could go on a cruise —

large odd-shaped one.’ It didn’t sound

with the cancer board you immediately

good either way,” she adds.

say, ‘Go; what’s the next step? What do we

“I was just delusional. I didn’t think it

and, of course, I didn’t,” she says.

She was then sent for a needle biopsy

do next — let’s expedite this process.’ I

was going to be that bad. And then there’s

which came back negative — it came back

looked over and my husband was in shock,

all the rehab. It could have been a lot

as benign. It can happen if they don’t get

but he has been so strong through all of

worse and I am very grateful for that. I

exactly in the right spot. Brea was in Cali-

this. He said I just found you; you just

know a lot of women go through a lot

fornia when Dr. Ivanov called her, excited

came into my life and let’s handle this. I

more. Mine was supposed to be one-and-

that it was benign, but she told Brea she

think at that point it was harder on him

done so I hope that it is,” she adds.

still wanted to take it out. “I thought may-

than it was on me. They were pretty sure I

Brea’s sister kept telling her she was

be she was being a little aggressive. But she

wasn’t going to have to have chemotherapy

coming for her surgery. “But I kept telling

said it just did not belong there,” she says.

until after the mastectomy. Thank good-

her I’m only going to be in the hospital one

ness for that,” she shares.

night and my husband is here, you really

Brea then got a second opinion and that doctor also said the tumor did not belong

But Brea still was not overly concerned

don’t need to come. She said, ‘You have no

there and should come out. Dr. Ivanov did

and underestimated the effects of the sur-

idea,’ and I didn’t because I had never had

a lumpectomy, sent it off to the lab, but by

gery and recovery. “We were scheduled to

major surgery before. Finally she put her

Friday the cultures still had not come

go on a big family Disney cruise and I kept

foot down and said, ‘I’m coming, that’s it.’

back completely. It was a long wait for

arguing with the surgeon about pushing

Thank God for her, thank God she knew

Brea but on Monday the doctor finally

back the date of the surgery. And she basi-

because I sure didn’t,” Brea adds.

called her and asked if she was driving —

cally told me my surgery was July 29. I

Her sister, who lives in South Florida,

Brea was not. That’s when she was told it

actually thought I would be able to go on

came up to spend a week. “I couldn’t do a

was cancer. While Dr. Ivanov was on the

the cruise two days after surgery. I thought

thing for myself after the surgery. I had my

line Brea walked across the office and

I’ll just take a lot of pain pills and won’t

mastectomy and reconstruction at the same

pulled her husband out of a meeting.

move around a lot. She kept telling me

time. You can’t pull; you can’t push; you

“I was running on a speed that was not maintainable, but I thought it was. This has forced me to slow down. All of my jobs now are volunteer so I can travel and relax. ”

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can’t use your stomach to sit up,” Brea says. “You make it each six months now and pray for clean mammograms. I will be on Tamoxifen for 10 years because of my age,” she explains, admitting the side effects can be awful. She does have a gene mutation, but the genetic counselor could not tell her exactly what it means. Brea feels that having women friends and family by her side is a definite plus. “I have another friend who was turning 40 and said she was really blowing out her

BETH

birthday because she had breast cancer. I said, ‘You really need to call me.’ She just had her mastectomy about two months ago and I had her stay at my house so I could take care of her like my sister took care of me. I think it’s a girl thing. We love our

husbands

and

appreciate

them

because they do so much, but there are just certain things you want your mom, sister or best friend for,” she says. As for her life after diagnosis and treatment, Brea has definitely slowed down a bit. “I was running on a speed that was not maintainable, but I thought it was. This has forced me to slow down. All of my jobs now are volunteer — at the children’s hospital and at Marilyn Monroe — so I can travel and relax. I just go at a different pace now. You kind of re-evaluate things like missing a party — who cares? I want to spend more time with my sister and my nephew, with my husband and family. You just reassess what’s important. You decide to enjoy life now and not wait,” she explains. And Brea admits that because of her insurance coverage and ability to get the care she needed she was very fortunate. “Access to care is critical. I was lucky enough to be able to cover my deductibles

his mother of a 24-year-old

position. Then this role opened up and I

daughter and 19-year-old

had always wanted to work here because I

son, who just celebrated a

thought it was the best model for patient

30th wedding anniversary,

care. When you work in a hospital you see

was busy doing a job she

people when they are very sick and then

absolutely loved as chief operating officer

they are gone. But in a cancer center you

of UF Health Cancer Center – Orlando

see them, sometimes, for years as they go

and out-of-pocket expenses, but what

Health, so it was more than ironic that she

through treatment, follow-up and survi-

about those women who can’t. That’s why

found herself a patient after being diag-

vorship,” she says.

those mammogram buses are so impor-

nosed with breast cancer.

tant,” she concludes.

Even though she was familiar with the

She has been with Orlando Health for

subject of cancer, her discovery caught her

26 years. “I love working here and was

by surprise. “I was on vacation and I felt

chief nursing officer at ORMC before this

something. It was not very distinguishable

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Beth with her sister, Laurie

“One of the things that’s important to me — I was treated phenomenally well during my treatment — is that everyone gets that level of treatment. A lot of what I do now is work with the team to talk about how we can make this even better for the patient. The hardest time is when you think you have cancer but you don’t know what the treatment’s going to be. We have really tried to shorten that time frame tremendously.” really, but I did feel the lymph node under

After the first week her tumor disap-

In response to her mission the Center

my arm and thought that’s not good. I

peared. They told her that very aggressive

now offers quick appointments. If some-

came home and saw [diagnostic radiolo-

tumors often react aggressively to the

one calls and says they think they have

gist] Dr. Terrence Gross and he immedi-

treatment as well. Beth then had a double

cancer, they can be seen the next day. “We

ately biopsied me. I had a very large tumor

mastectomy and no evidence of cancer

know if you are worried you need to talk

that was about half of my breast. I had a

was found. But just to be sure she had

with someone right away. People say I

normal mammogram the January before

another six weeks of radiation. She had

have taken my job way too seriously. But it

the diagnosis,” she shares.

her reconstruction done last summer.

[her personal experience] really has

Beth had three lymph nodes biopsied

“One of the things that’s important to

brought an important perspective because

and they were all positive as well. So she

me — I was treated phenomenally well

I had never been sick before and never

was diagnosed with stage III breast cancer

during my treatment — is that everyone

been in the hospital except to give birth. I

on August 18, 2013. She then had appoint-

gets that level of treatment. A lot of what I

did not really know what it was like to be a

ments with breast surgeon Dr. Terry

do now is work with the team to talk about

patient,” she adds.

Mamounas and oncologist Dr. Rebecca

how we can make this even better for the

Beth found it to be a little odd on the

Moroose.

patient. The hardest time is when you

other side of things and even had a differ-

They decided she needed chemotherapy

think you have cancer but you don’t know

ent personality as a patient. As a COO she

first, and then surgery followed by radia-

what the treatment’s going to be. We have

is very driven and very goal-oriented, and

tion. She had 20 weeks of chemo — eight

really tried to shorten that time frame tre-

as a patient she was doing exactly what

weeks of one type and 12 weeks of another.

mendously,” she explains.

the physicians told her to, getting their

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advice without doing research on her own.

to have friends and how much they can do

did everything with me and we got

She was confident she had the best medi-

for you. And how much it does for them,”

extremely close. I called her up sometimes

cal team.

she explains.

and said I was feeling awful. She would be

“But the really fantastic part of my story

The other big supporter for Beth is her

is that when I was going to see the doctors

sister who lives in Atlanta. The two defi-

here the next day. It was just amazing,”

initially, I had not even talked to my hus-

nitely share looks and outlooks. Laurie

As upbeat as she is Beth admits it was a

band yet, but I called my friend and col-

Weisenburg flew in at least 20 times dur-

difficult journey. It was particularly hard

league Holly Stuart and asked her what

ing Beth’s treatment. “She was here all the

for her to give up control. “But it was a

she was doing. I told her I had just found

time. I would pick her up at the airport

really great lesson for me to learn. I feel

out I had breast cancer and I asked her to

and she would take me out somewhere,

like I can do that now and it’s not a prob-

come to the appointment with Dr. Moroose.

even though I didn’t want to go but needed

lem. My team came together in a phenom-

She’s the one who sat with me while the

to. She’s the one who helped plan a big

enal way. Although I continued to work, it

whole treatment plan was outlined. It was

party to go get my wig at Ritzy Rags. The

was not every day or as long. As I got into

good because as the patient you don’t really

owner, Leigh Shannon, is the nicest guy

the rhythm of treatment I knew how to

hear everything. You always should have

so we had my mom, sister, husband and

plan for bad days and my staff scheduled

someone with you,” she says.

she adds.

son come with us. I told Leigh I had always

me accordingly. The thing that was great

Holly walked her back and wanted to

wanted to have long, blonde hair. So we

for me was at the Center everyone is com-

know if the diagnosis was something Beth

picked out that one and I also got a red wig.

fortable talking about cancer. Everyone

wanted to keep confidential. “I told her it

And then he gave me a short, blonde one.

knew what to do and what not to do. I defi-

was fine if people knew as I would still be

A lot of people try to match their hair, but

nitely changed during the process. I am a

working here while I was getting treat-

I wanted to be totally different,” she says.

much different person, but I like that

ment. As we were talking we ran into

But the bond with her sibling provided

Cindy Reed [chief operating officer, Orlando

some critical care for Beth. “My sister just

now,” she explains.

Health Heart Institute] and Holly told her. Cindy burst into tears and immediately asked what she could do. So Holly, Cindy and Mary Mahoney got together and they

“One of the big messages

handled everything for me. They said they

I want to say to people who

would keep everyone updated so I did not have to answer questions. They set up

have cancer... get all the

meal deliveries for me with everyone from

help you can. When people

the Cancer Center contributing for six months. It was awesome. People I hardly

ask you if they can help,

knew delivered meals to my house. It was

always say yes. Don’t try to

the most caring thing,” Beth reveals. The three ladies also covered meetings for Beth and constantly checked in to see if she needed anything. And most impor-

do it all on your own even if that’s your normal behavior.

tantly they told her when it was time to

This journey really taught me

quit working and go home. “One of the big

what a blessing it is to have

messages I want to say to people who have cancer — and I just talked to one this

friends and how much they

morning — get all the help you can. When

can do for you. And how much

people ask you if they can help, always say yes. Don’t try to do it all on your own even

it does for them.”

if that’s your normal behavior. This journey really taught me what a blessing it is

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About the hair and makeup:

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The fall calendar is full of fabulous events for amazing organizations. But it takes months and months to plan for these extravaganzas. We applaud some of the producing committees extraordinaire.

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IMAGINE GAL A

Gala is an evening where prominent community and corporate elite gather to celebrate the momentous progress in diabetes research and hope

for a future free of the disease. Guests are treated to a seated dinner and spectacular live and silent auctions. The excitement of the night culminates during Fund A Cure, where 100 percent of the proceeds go directly to research to find a cure. The celebration will conclude with music and dancing on Saturday, November 7 at The Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Studios. Learn more at centralflorida.jdrf.org/events/gala/. JDRF is the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. JDRF’s goal is to progressively remove the impact of T1D from people’s lives until it achieves a world without it. JDRF collaborates with a wide spectrum of partners and is the only organization with the scientific resources, policy influence, and a working plan to better treat, prevent, and eventually cure T1D. “I am honored to be chairing the JDRF Imagine Gala. I was thrilled to learn that Mark and Jen O’Mara are our honorees as they have been so supportive and helped raise funds and awareness. Jen has been serving on the committee since the beginning, as auction chair and even co-chaired the event with me for two years. I am proud to be able to work with them and can’t think of a more deserving couple to honor,” shares Maureen McArdle, gala chair. “Being the mother of a diabetic child, it is an honor to serve as Gala co-chair. Our gala isn’t just fun, its One Night full of HOPE! Hope for a cure and hope for a change in the lives of children living with type 1 diabetes; like my son Adriel, now 3, who was diagnosed at 18 months. JDRF Imagine Gala allows Central Florida to come together on One Night to Imagine a day without finger and toe pricks, which we’ve given Adriel over 5,000 times so far. I believe this event is leading us one step closer to finding a cure,” Annie Nuño adds.

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ed embers pictur Committee m Ball

& Heroes Jessica Kendrick (Hats ook (Medical Sh vid Chair), Dr. Da ating Cancer Director of the Kids Benter at Florida Ce nt Pediatric Transpla Margaret Guedes ), Hospital for Children ds Beating Cancer) (President, CEO, Ki

Sarah Geltz (Ball Sp Michael Andrew (Mus onsor Chair), Ericka Dunlap, (Miss ical Entertainer), America Ball Pre-Event Chair) 2004, Styled by Neiman Ma rcus, The Mall at Mille nia

’est Magnifique! Kids Beating Can-

Margaret Guedes founded the charity

casing the true heroes — the children!

cer’s 10th Annual Hats & Heroes

23 years ago in memory of her son. Kids

By removing the financial barriers to life

Ball is going Parisian in the luxu-

Beating Cancer supports children with

saving treatment, Kids Beating Cancer is

rious Waldorf Astoria Orlando on

cancer, leukemia and 80 related life-

the first step to a cure. As a mother, I

Saturday, October 3. Based on the

threatening diseases. By funding costs not

became involved with this organization

1950s Academy Award-winning movie

covered by insurance, KBC allows any

because of the real impact it makes on

and the Tony Award-winning Broadway

child to have access to stem cell transplan-

families dealing with a child with cancer.

musical, the music of An American in

tation at the Kids Beating Cancer Pediatric

There is no greater gift, than to help a

Paris will be brought to life with Michael

Transplant Center at Florida Hospital for

child live, to not just fight cancer, but to

Andrew and his orchestra performing the

Children, the only center in Central Florida.

beat it. Together we will make the most

unforgettable works of George and Ira

“Hat & Heroes Ball is a premier Cen-

significant gift any charity can give to a

Gershwin. The Orlando Ballet will grace

tral Florida event. Funds raised support

the stage with their artistry, and Violectric

local children and families served by Kids

Tickets are $250 per person and tables

will perform with their unique blend of

Beating Cancer, regardless of physician or

from $1,000 – $50,000. Additional infor-

classical string instruments and cutting-

referring hospital,” says Jessica Kendrick,

mation at 407-894-2888 or kidsbeating-

edge effects.

Ball Chair. “It is a spectacular event, show-

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child, the gift of life.”

H EAD DR E SS BA LL

The Friends of Headdress Ball pictured (back row from left):

Cristian Michaels, Ted Maines, Lawrence Blunk, Johnny Damon, Michael Chapman.

2nd row: Ed Sabori, Pamela Bolling, Jeffrey Miller, Philip Gates, Hattie Wolfe, Marc Hagle, Sharon Hagle, Michelle Damon, Greg Brown. Seated: Bryce West, Harriett Lake and Sam Ewing.

he 26th Annual Headdress Ball is

is to inspire, equip and mobilize people to

Christian Michaels explains: “It is fright-

being held on October 17 at the

take action against HIV/AIDS. Hope and

ening that Florida is ranked No. 1, as it is a

Hilton Orlando. Headdress Ball is

Help Center’s goal is to serve the whole

young and diverse population that are

a vital fundraiser for the Hope and

person in order to promote wellness and

being infected; education and awareness

Help Center. This event is not

health by offering client services such as

should be made a priority. HIV/AIDS is a

your average charity fundraiser — it is

case management, HIV testing, education

primary human issue, it can affect every-

Central Florida’s most outrageous black-

and prevention programs, peer support,

one, not just gay men.” Ted Maines adds:

tie event, featuring a Las Vegas-style show,

medication assistance, food pantry items

“I have lost many friends and acquain-

gourmet dinner, live and silent auction,

and support groups.

tances to HIV/AIDS. Through education,

and so much more. This year’s theme is

Hattie Wolfe says: “I support the Head-

testing and early treatment, we can save

“Colors of the World” with performances

dress Ball because there are so many peo-

many lives. The Headdress Ball is a great

that will dominate the stage with preci-

ple in one community with HIV/AIDS. I

opportunity to create awareness in our

sion and glamour. For tickets and more

started the Headdress Ball with Sam

local community and raise much needed

information visit headdressball.org.

Ewing 26 years ago and with Florida

funds to keep Hope and Help viable.”

Hope and Help Center of Central Florida

ranking No. 1 in the country it is now

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F E STIVAL OF TREE S GA LA

Committ ee mem bers pic Lori Chipps tured: (Gala

Auction Chai Nancy Schm r), it (Gala Entertt and Sandee Schantini ainment Co-C hairs), Cynthia (Council of Brumback 101 Presiden t),

DeGrace Pam Webb (Gala Chair) and Katie ber) mem ee mitt com la (Ga The gold eyelash topper was donated by Kirby Rental.

ne of the hottest events of the

101 and will be a spectacular evening of

bers who comprise an organization of

fall is the Orlando Festival of

dining and entertainment while “ringing”

nearly 300 women. These dedicated mem-

Trees, sponsored by Orlando

in the next 50 years of service to OMA.

bers devote countless volunteer hours,

Museum of Art’s Council of 101.

The event will be held Friday, November

boundless energy and strong personal

This event, now in its 29th year,

13, and is black-tie optional. The cost is

skills to annual fundraising projects that

officially welcomes the holiday season for

$125 per person with corporate and VIP

provide significant financial support to the

Central Florida as the museum is trans-

tables available as well. More information

Orlando Museum of Art.

formed into a winter wonderland with

is available at 407-896-4231 ext. 254 or

stunning designer trees of all sizes, breath-

omart.org/festivaloftrees.

taking

gingerbread

houses,

“Let’s pop the champagne! The Council of 101 has a great reason to — it’s holiday

seasonal

The Council of 101 is celebrating its

time and we are celebrating the season

wreaths and hundreds of holiday gift ideas

50th year in 2015; it was founded in 1965 to

and our golden anniversary,” says Council

— and all items are for sale!

further the cultural development and

of 101 President Cynthia Brumback. “The

The Festival of Trees kicks off with

appreciation of the visual arts in Central

tinsel, the lights, the glitter. It lights-up the

an opening gala, giving guests a sneak

Florida. Today, this outstanding group of

first of the season!” adds Gala Chair Pam

preview. This year’s gala is the Golden

volunteers consists of active, associate,

Webb.

Anniversary Celebration of the Council of

honorary, provisional and sustaining mem-

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: ictured mbers p e m e e y, Committ annon Boule

ns, Sh Debbie Colli arnes (Founder of Dr. Bill B pe), Garima Shah Ho Shepherd’s lton (Ball Co-Chair) ar C e si u S d an

FAMOUS FACE S

elebrating its 16th anniversary,

ment, food, wine and spirits go above and

is incredible, and we are honored to be a

Shepherd’s Hope Famous Faces

beyond. This year is no different, but the

part. Not only will proceeds provide free

Masquerade Ball is one event in

theme will take everyone back in time to a

and compassionate health care to some of

Central Florida where you are

decade that was unforgettable. Individual

our most vulnerable neighbors, but so

invited to go over-the-top and

seats are $250 and tables start at $2,500.

many guests will learn more about the

have more fun than you ever imagined —

For additional information visit shepherd-

faces of the uninsured in our community.

all in support of an important mission.

shope.org/masquerade-ball/.

As we continue a long-time tradition of

Themed for the iconic movie Saturday

Shepherd’s Hope is a nonprofit organi-

dressing up and having fun, we are look-

Night Fever, costumes will not disappoint

zation that provides medical services to

ing forward to the costumes, props, music

at this year’s disco party scheduled for

the uninsured and underinsured in Cen-

and fun of a decade gone by. We hope you

Saturday, October 24 at the Loews Royal

tral Florida. Last year, more than 21,000

will join us for this must-attend event that

Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando.

patient visits and medical services were

is like no other and promises laughter and

The themes may change each year, but

provided thanks to the dedication of more

fun that will last well into the night,” says

one thing stays the same — the costumes

than 1,800 volunteers at five health center

Susie Carlton and Jean Florell, Famous

are out of this world, the dancing is a must,

locations.

Faces Masquerade Ball Co-Chairs.

the contests entertain, and the entertain-

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C A RN AVALIA

arnavalia is a wonderful place where good health thrives and no one is denied medication because of an inability to pay. Take a journey to Thailand and

help thousands of patients who depend on the Assistance Fund every day. For one night only, Rosen Shingle Creek will transform into an evening of Thailandthemed entertainment, featuring the sights and sounds of Bangkok and the crystal clear waters of the Phi Phi Islands. It also boasts a live and silent auction and other surprises throughout the evening. All attendees will have a chance to win a trip for two to Thailand! The journey continues on Friday, September 25. Individual tickets start at $150. Register or learn more at theassistancefund.org. Since its inception in 2009, the Assistance Fund has raised over $240 million to help more than 34,000 children and adults who are chronically or critically ill access their life-saving, high-cost medications. The organization is committed to its patients by ensuring they have the greatest access to health care. The Assistance Fund provides assistance to patients in all 50 states, D.C. and Puerto Rico. The team envisions the day when no person goes without medication due to an inability to pay. “Having an organization like the Assistance Fund in our own backyard, where people, regardless of their income status, can receive life-saving medications is priceless,” says Dustin Becker, assistant vice president of PNC client and community relations, and Carnavalia committee

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members pictured: Clockwise from left

: Tiffany Robinso Dustin Becker (PNC Bank), n JC Rodrigue (RC Robinson Design) Gregory Smith z (The Assistance Fund), (QTEG Emily StrombergO Auction Techonolgy), Arielle Study (B (AssistRx) and aterby’s Art Gal lery) 142

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member. “PNC Bank is honored to support this truly caring and compassionate team of professionals that make miracles come true on a daily basis.”

Committee members pic tured:

Shirley Stamper, Renuka Sivanesa June Bigham, Tomoko Lawton, Kun n, i (2015 Chairperson), Renee BrownloTran w (2015 Vice Chairperson) and Connie Stine (2014 Chairperson)

FLORIDA HOSPITAL GOLDEN GALA

or more than 34 years, Florida Hos-

This fundraising weekend also includes

Gala chair because I believe so strongly in

pital’s mission of “extending the

one of the largest and most prestigious golf

the mission of Florida Hospital and have

healing ministry of Christ” has been

tournaments in Florida — the Florida Hos-

seen first-hand how the doctors and nurses

celebrated through one spectacular

pital Golden Gala Pro-Am Invitational,

change lives every day. Through Golden

community event — Golden Gala.

hosted by PGA touring professional and

Gala we each have the opportunity to share

former Ryder Cup captain Paul Azinger.

our generosity with patients in need. I am

Founded in 1980 by a volunteer organization, the Circle of Friends, this gala has

The Circle of Friends selected the Trans-

particularly pleased that this year’s gala

grown abundantly through the generous

plant House at Florida Hospital Orlando as

proceeds will benefit the construction of a

support and service of our community.

this year’s greatest need. Proceeds from the

new Transplant House. Together we can

Florida Hospital’s Golden Gala weekend

evening and sponsorships designated will

provide transplant patients and their fam-

celebrates its 35th year with an “Enchant-

benefit the Transplant House at Florida

ilies the comfort and convenience of a

ed Evening in the Emerald City.” Central

Hospital Orlando, a “home away from

home — on the Orlando campus — during

Florida’s premier black-tie event showcas-

home” for patients who are in the Central

their intensive care experience. I look for-

es two amazing entertainers this year,

Florida area for solid organ transplants.

ward to seeing all of you as we come

dazzling treasures in the live and silent

Donors also have the opportunity to desig-

together to extend the healing ministry of

auction, and delectable cuisine prepared

nate dollars to the critical programs or

Christ,” says 2015 Chair Kuni Tran.

by the exquisite chefs at Disney’s Corona-

Center of Excellence of their choice.

do Springs Resort.

“It is my honor to be this year’s Golden

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FIVE FRIENDS UNITE IN THE FIGHT by Kim Winters

Who would have thought hearing the words “you have cancer” would change the destiny of five women and would impact a community for years to come?

t was the summer of 2011

good news that Linda’s treatment

when the friends learned that

was successful and her cancer

Linda Ryan had recurrent

was gone. It was then the group

cancer. Little did they know

decided to take their mission to a

this frightening news would

larger stage. Today, ME STRONG

be the dawn of a charity named

is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit run by

ME STRONG; a rapidly growing

the volunteer efforts of the five

organization committed to serving

friends.

Central Floridians battling cancer

Through a grant process, ME

and to funding groundbreaking

STRONG offers assistance to

research in pursuit of a cure.

cancer patients treading to stay

ME STRONG founding members and friends: Barbara Underhill, Kim Winters, Linda Ryan, Kim Martin and Kathy Guyer

financially afloat while undergoing cancer

shared a close friendship that developed

undergoing chemotherapy as she felt it was

from many other cancer charities is that it

over 10 years while teaching and volunteer-

important to send the message that a strong

is not disease, age or gender specific. ME

ing together at Saint Barnabas Episcopal

physical body created a strong mind.

STRONG supports Central Floridians

Before the conception of ME STRONG, Barbara, Kim, Linda, Kathy and Kimberly

treatment. What sets ME STRONG apart

School. Their common bond for appreciating

The inaugural ME STRONG Linda’s

with all types of cancer, including men,

laughter and being active was often shared

Run for the Dream 5K took place on Janu-

women and children. Tim Cook, CEO of

off campus as they traveled together and

ary 28, 2012. Nearly 1,000 runners and

Florida Hospital DeLand, shared these

participated in many community events.

walkers flooded the streets of historic

words: “Cancer patients find support

When Linda was diagnosed with can-

DeLand, Florida. Participants shared the

through ME STRONG that would not oth-

cer in 2011, the friends were determined to

dream of committing to healthy living all

erwise be available to them. Florida Hos-

be a source of light during a dark time.

while raising money for our neighbors in

pital is blessed to partner with ME

They organized a 5K in honor of Linda

need. The event was an overwhelming

STRONG to care for the cancer patients of

who was an avid runner and had just com-

success and was recognized at the state

our community.” In addition to offering

pleted her first marathon months before

level by the Florida Public Relations Asso-

financial support to individuals, ME

her diagnosis. Their goal was to encourage

ciation for hosting a successful community

STRONG also funds a generous research

their community to move and to commit

event on a minimum budget while receiv-

grant to the Society of Gynecologic Oncol-

to living a healthy lifestyle. Each of the

ing a maximum outcome.

ogy each year in support of finding a cure.

friends brought their own gifts that were

In spring 2012 the five friends were cel-

necessary to hosting a successful event.

ebrating the success of the inaugural ME

Linda continued to run while she was

STRONG 5K and also rejoicing in the

You can learn more about ME STRONG by visiting mestrong.net.

The five founding members along with the support of some special volunteers host a variety of events in Central Florida to support the ME STRONG mission. OCTOBER 1 – Evening in Honor to benefit ME STRONG, hosted by Jennifer Crowley at the Westin Hotel in Lake Mary Florida. The event will offer a Tricky-Tray Auction along with cocktails and appetizers. Tickets are $45 and can be purchased by contacting Jennifer Crowley at eveninginhonor@yahoo.com or 848-260-9985. JANUARY 23 – The 2016 ME STRONG Linda’s Run for the Dream has grown to be a highly anticipated 5K with more than 2,000 participants and volunteers. Register early before the next price increase by visiting mestrong.net. 144

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