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“Never in my wildest dreams,” the English lady is saying over the roar of crashing waves at Whitefish Point, “did I imagine that I would one day stand at the shore of Gitche Gumee and collect rocks for my Michigan garden.” Against the ominous backdrop of the early rumblings of World War II in England, she had been enthralled by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s epic poem, “The Song of Hiawatha,” when Miss Ratcliffe recited the verses in English class. Hitler rained bombs on her childhood, but Longfellow brightened it with beautiful words about legendary characters in a beautiful land. There was a time, during intensive Nazi air raids in 1940, when she huddled with her parents and two sisters in their backyard bomb shelter almost every night. But to the tall, shy, pretty 11-year-old girl, “It was kind of exciting. I didn’t know what it all
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meant.” And it was around this time that her lifelong love of poetry was sparked by the classic tale Longfellow wrote in 1855 about the noble Iroquois chieftain, Hiawatha. If Hitler had not invaded her country, the English lady wouldn’t be here on this cold, windy, overcast October morning. Indeed, she probably never would have seen the awesome grandeur of Lake Superior, which Native Americans called “Gitche Gumee,” and the rest of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula – affectionately known as “The Land of Hiawatha” – first-hand. The irony is not lost on her. She met an American GI who was stationed near her hometown of Widnes, a city of chemical plants and factories in northern England, about 12 miles southeast of the busy port of Liverpool, and began exchanging countless letters with him when he returned home to Pontiac, Mich. after the war. “There was something about him that See PARADISE, Page 23
Lighthouse of Pinellas Brightens Lives of Blind and Visually Impaired I don’t know about you, but I’m not good at bowling. In fact, any sport that requires precision and aim is really not my thing (so, that’s almost every sport!) – yet for many of the blind and visually impaired children, adults & seniors living in Pinellas County, May 4, 2013 is going to be all about bowling! “Bowling in the Dark” is a unique, signature fundraiser for Lighthouse of Pinellas, the only private, not-for-profit agency in Pinellas County providing comprehensive vision rehabilitation services. The event is about having and making a difference in the lives of some of Pinellas County’s See LIGHTHOUSE, Page 14
By Julie Heidelberg, Editor
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Health Roundup
World Kidney Day, March 8,
A Celebration of Life
By Julie Heidelberg, Editor His name tag simply reads “Bill,” and when you see him behind the meat counter at Publix, working hard through his eight or nine hour shift, you see a 73-old man who looks 65 – a healthy, vibrant and twinkling blue-eyed gentleman. What you do not see is a man with kidney failure. Bill – Mr. William Darby – also spends three days a week at the Fresenius Medical Center in Carrollwood, located at 4553 Gunn Highway, undergoing the necessary blood cleansing process so dreaded by many who learn their kidneys are failing -- dialysis. But, meeting Bill as he reclined with a small television screen at his disposal and surrounded by many others on the same treatment schedule, I did not witness much dread aside from a 12-hour commitment each week to better the lives of those around me. The dialysis room was full of people just like Bill, who spend four hours, three days a week, in dialysis. The atmosphere in the room was very matter of fact. “It’s like another job,” Bill said. Now a Tampa resident, Bill is one of 24,000 Florida residents on dialysis, and one of 26 million Americans living with chronic kidney disease. However, he hasn’t let dialysis affect his everyday life. When he’s not getting dialysis treatments at Fresenius, he’s working as a meat cutter at Publix, at the apex of Florida & Nebraska Aves. Bill spent most of his pre-retirement days managing hotels and yacht clubs in tropical places like Palm Beach and Nassau in the Bahamas. Once he retired, it took him about six months to realize he
was unmotivated, bored and restless. So, we went and found a 35-hour a week job that gives him daily incentive. But at one point, after not feeling well, Bill was hospitalized for failing kidneys and trouble with his pancreas. He began dialysis in January, 2012, and now experiences increased levels of well-being. He feels like he’s made a great transition to his new lifestyle, allowing him to maintain a positive outlook and still keep up a busy schedule. “You have to accept things in life,” Bill said. “I’m still alive. I’m still working – and still enjoying life.” With five grandchildren, Bill has plenty to enjoy in life, and he particularly likes cooking for a few of his grandkids pretty regularly. But personally, Bill has to be pretty careful about what he eats. “That’s one of the hardest parts,” he said, “not getting to have the things you like. But you get used to it.” Last year, Bill traveled to Montgomery to see one of his children, then, together, they traveled up to Michigan to see another. After consulting with his physician, he did not let his situation deter him. “Problems come along, and you just have to live with them,” he said.
About Fresenius Medical Center Fresenius Medical Care North America is a division of Fresenius Medical Care (NYSE: FMS), the world’s largest integrated provider of products and services for individuals undergoing dialysis because of chronic kidney failure, a condition that affects more than 2.1 million individuals worldwide. For more information about Fresenius Medical Care, visit the Company’s website at www. fmc-ag.com.
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March has arrived, and before we know it, we’ll be missing the cooler days of the past few months. But as some things change, other things remain the same – like the thoughtful consideration we put into each issue of Senior Voice America. This month, we wanted to include just a bit more information about fitness and wellness, so you’ll find “food for thought” on issues like obesity, kidney disease, high blood pressure, allergy treatments, dental information and sitting disease – which explains how a lack of activity can really tear you down physically. We’re also pleased to bring you a sweet story about fond memories tied to a special place in Michigan. Personally, I always enjoy our historical stories and individual testimonials, because they are always woven together with a lot of strong emotion – whether it’s remembering life as a child abroad at the start of World War II or relaying the goals and dreams of a parent or loved one. These types of stories bring our newspaper to life, and I also particularly enjoy the travel articles we feature from time to time. So, as usual, despite the changes in the air, we’re bringing you another monthly issue packed with variety, entertainment and some useful information as well. We hope you’ll find something relevant to your life, and remember that you can always share the paper via a subscription ($15/year) for a friend or relative living outside our circulation area. For example, I know my mom in Ohio looks forward to her issue every month. Also be sure to check out two special opportunities we’re featuring this month – a Mother’s Day tribute featuring poems, reflections and messages from our readers, and a new monthly feature, The Photo Center, where we hope to be featuring your fine photographs very soon! Finally, you are probably aware of our daily radio show, Health, Wealth & Wisdom, which recently moved to a new station, AM 1470 WMGG, and expanded to a two-hour format. Now you can hear Evan Gold and Deb from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. weekdays, and some interesting March guests will include Douglas Deck from New Directions Orchestra, an innovative program that teaches beginning musicians with ages ranging from 50 to 85, who, up until recently, had never played musical instruments. We’ll also host Robert Mazur to discuss protecting yourself from money laundering, Susan Garland will bring us the Kiplinger Retirement Report, Frank Strom will update us on the latest developments in Veteran’s Affairs, and a Renaissance Festival entertainer will bring us new perspective to this traditional community event. So, until next month, thank you for your continued support of Senior Voice America!
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Hi there, I saw your article in the Senior Voice re: “Local Company Keeps Seniors on Meds with Low Prices” (Feb. 13). Do you feel comfortable securing prescription medicines at this establishment? In reading over the article, it sounds like the medications can come from countries other than the US and I’m a bit concerned about this. I do see that you noted the FDA has approved the medicines and that they are safe and legal whether they be brand or generic. I would appreciate hearing your feelings about going this direction for meds. Thanks, R. K. Wanamaker Mr. Wanamaker: The medications that we get come from the same manufacturing plants that the meds you would buy in a local pharmacy are made. There are very few plants in the U.S. manufacturing pharmacuticals, most of them are located overseas. The pharmacy that we operate through in Canada is part of and certified by the Canadian International Pharmacy Association (CIPA), you can read more about them here.... http://www.cipa.com. I’ve also attached a picture of a pill bottle form a prescription filled locally. If you look at the bottom right hand corner of the bottle, you can see where it was manufactured in Mumbai, India, packaged by International Labs here in St. Pete and distributed by WalMart from Arkansas. Through our order process, we’re able to take the packaging company and the distributor, with their fees and costs, out of the picture, saving the customer money by ordering direct from the manufacturer. Feel free to call us at the store if you have any other questions, we’d be happy to answer them for you. Joey Romanik Canadian Meds of St. Pete • 727.498.6432
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SELF HELP
Senior Models By Ro Martinez If you think you are too old to become a model, think again! Advertisements are full of photographs depicting seniors as active and healthy with a thirst for life. Whether it is the medical community advertising a new medication, a builder advertising luxury condos, or a cruise line showing grandparents having the time of their lives, mature models are in demand. To get ready for a successful new career as a model, take good care of yourself. If you are guilty of spending too much time in the sun, eating a poor diet, smoking or drinking, make changes now. Get enough sleep, rest, and try to avoid stress. Pay attention to posture, which is very important as you age. Avoid extreme diets. Develop a regular exercise routine that includes stretching. Always consult a doctor before starting a new exercise program. In my book, Modeling At Any Age, I wrote about seniors and their role as models in our commercial market.
The media keep us informed of new discoveries about what to eat and what to avoid. Exercise keeps us physically and mentally active. A strong faith and the love of family and friends have a positive effect on how long we live and how healthy we are during those years. The emphasis is not on looking young, but on being healthy and having a fit body, being the best you can be at any age‌� Prudent advertisers know this and use healthy, attractive seniors to advertise to other seniors. Seniors relate to ads targeted at them. They want to see themselves represented. Seniors are one of the fastest growing groups in advertising, not just for denture creams or over-the-counter medications, but also for more glamorous bookings selling cruises, new homes, art, investments and beauty products. Why should skin care and cosmetics be limited to the young? Many seniors focus on better nutrition and on improving their looks, and are more active and in better shape than others who are decades their junior. Anti-aging products continue to
pop up in the market because baby boomers refuse to age the way their parents did. Mature models are used in all aspects of modeling, especially commercial print. They are portrayed as attractive, healthy and affluent individuals who now have the time and means to pursue their dreams. So vast is the demand for the over-40 model that agencies such as Elite, Ford, Wilhelmina and other smaller agencies have divisions for older models. Ro Martinez, author, model and modeling coach, has been in the business for 26 years. Ro holds modeling and acting workshops focusing on people of all ages, sizes, and ethnic groups, and guides them toward successfully entering the exciting and glamorous field of modeling. Her book, Modeling at Any Age is a step-by-step, comprehensive, easy-to-read guide for modeling and how to flourish in the industry. For information on becoming a model or actress or to purchase Ro’s book, visit www. modelingatanyage.net or email Ro at romartinezmodel@hotmail.com.
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Health Roundup
GET UP!... You’ll Live Longer Doctors have come to the conclusion that sitting for extended periods of time shuts down the metabolic level of the muscles. Marc Hamilton, Ph.D., associate professor of biomedical sciences at the University of Missouri, has expressed that when muscles—especially the big ones meant for movement, like those in your legs—are immobile, your circulation slows and you burn fewer calories. Key flab-burning enzymes responsible for breaking down triglycerides (a type of fat) simply start switching off. Sit for a full day and those fat burners plummet by 50 percent. As if this isn’t enough damage, many add even more sitting time to their day through long commutes to their jobs, and this time is spent sitting in traffic, behind the wheel or in mass transportation such as subways, busses or taxis. After work, even if there are some physical activities through daily or frequent exercise, the sitting continues during the restful hours of the evening, watching television or in front of a home computer. Living in suburbs of big cities or taking into consideration the distances that we travel on a daily basis, in the United States there is little walking as part of life. We do not generally think of walking to take care of nearby shopping or other chores, we have forgotten the charm of taking strolls in the nearby parks, in the country or at the beach, and even when searching for a parking space at the mall, we try to park as close to the entrance as possible. By retirement age, many may have done plenty of damage to their system, and unfortunately, as activities decrease and daily routines become more Please See GET UP, Page 11
By Lourdes M. Sáenz, Creative Director March is here! But how many of us have kept up with our January “new year” resolutions to work out more and eat healthy? Let’s hope that the majority are still working on developing more health conscious habits, thus increasing the quality of our lives. Maintaining a well-balanced diet and a regular exercise regimen is key to avoiding a rarely discussed ailment -- a “silent killer” called sitting disease. Many medical studies have shown that a sedentary life of sitting for an extended part of the day will increase probabilities for many health risks and decrease longevity. According to a lengthy study by the American Cancer Society, women who sit for periods of more than six hours per day have 40 percent more probability of dying early; for men who do the same, it is at about 20 percent greater than their counterparts who only sat for about three hours a day. As a society in general, we have shifted to a more sedentary way of life, and as we’ve evolved in education and technology, with computers becoming essential in our everyday activities, the situation has only worsened. In many office work situations, we are bound to a sitting position. Our daily routines include very little motion: just simple short walks or stretches. The same is the case in those professions where workers must sit simply by the nature of their jobs, such as drivers of taxis, public transportation or cargo delivery. The effects are so extensive that a great portion of the population in the United States is at risk, and women are at a much higher percentage than men.
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Health Roundup
What Seniors can Learn from the Sacking of Obese Soldiers By Donald B. Ardell, Ph.D. A surprising number of soldiers in the U.S. Army are being sacked for failing to pass fitness tests. Isn’t that surprising? How can it be that so many of our fighting forces are too overweight and out of shape to do their jobs? What does this reveal about the Army? I suppose it means that even a supposedly elite segment of society reflects the weight management struggles known to exist in the society it protects. Is there a lesson? I think there is, and an opportunity as well. First, however, I’ll summarize the Army’s problem with overweight, poorly conditioned personnel. Last year, 1,625 soldiers were dismissed for unfitness. This is nearly 16 times the number discharged for poor fitness reasons in 2007. (Source: Ernesto Londoño, Rising number of soldiers being dismissed for failing fitness tests, Washington Post, Dec. 10, 2012.) Not only uniform personnel are affected by the obesity factor: no less than seventy-five percent of civilians who wanted to join the force were weight-related ineligible. In addition, a quarter of those who did qualify on BMI assessments could not pass the fitness requirements, according to the Post report. Of all the reasons for rejection of recruits, the number one factor is obesity. The Army brass views overweight troops as a national security issue. The severity of the problem is growing. In a two-year period, the number of obese soldiers tripled! Two years ago, 86,183 members of our fighting force were found to be obese -- that’s over five percent of the Army. I think there’s a better way to deal with obese soldiers than letting them go, without opportunities to turn their lifestyles around. Think of the humiliations and economic hardships. I suggest the Army design a new kind of post-service boot camp of a wellness nature. An effective program would be a crash course on positive lifestyles. Such an effort would be more humane than dismissals and would save taxpayers a fortune in costs associated with recruiting and retraining replacements.
A Wellness Boot Camp The wellness camp I have in mind would offer a minimum amount of risk reduction and medical management -there are VA and other resources capable of providing these services. The kind of educational and fitness experience I have in mind would focus on the four foundations of learning a life-enriching existence, with the focus on value studies, meaning and purpose, change theory and practice, resilience, mindfulness, relationship skills and effective communication principles. Even if the obese Army folks facing the boot do not lose enough weight to return to duty or simply choose not to return after graduating from wellness boot camp, the experience will be of inestimable value. The training will assist troops to deal with transition issues that too often manifest as problems -depression, post-traumatic stress and the like. If the idea caught on with the military, why stop there? How about modified versions of Wellness Boot Camp for juvenile offenders, drunk drivers, couples in crisis and so on? And for seniors and others interested in personal development. On a personal note, while I’ll volunteer to help with the design of the program and participate in all the physical endurance training activities, I do have a few conditions -- no jumping out of airplanes or exercises with real bullets flying overhead. Let’s keep the fitness focus on swimming, biking, running and other sensible, peaceful stuff. Donald B. Ardell, Ph.D. wrote High Level Wellness in 1976 (Rodale Press) and a dozen books since, including Die Healthy, 14 Days to Wellness and most recently, Aging Beyond Belief and REAL Wellness. High Level Wellness helped spark the wellness movement. Since 1984, Don has produced approximately 638 editions of the Ardell Wellness Report. Don’s website at SeekWellness is the largest repository of wellness essays in the world. Don was given the Healthy America Fitness Leaders Award - 1991; Lifetime Achievement Prize - 2010; Halbert L. Dunn Award - July 2011 Still a competitive age group athlete, Don has won numerous national and four world championships in triathlon and duathlon. Contact: awr.realwellness@ gmail.com • http://www.seekwellness. com.
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CANCER ANSWERS
Colorectal Cancer Awareness: Screening Can Halt Colorectal Cancer Before It Starts March is colorectal cancer awareness month. This awareness brings to mind the parts of the body’s digestive system that can be embarrassing and unpredictable. When we eat food that doesn’t agree with us, it can raise quite a fuss. Yet it can be deceptively quiet when something as serious as cancer develops. That is why screening is so important, because colorectal cancer can lie undetected in the colon or rectum for many years before symptoms develop. Colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of death from cancer. The anticipated deaths from colon and rectal cancers combined during 2013 are 50,830, according to the National Cancer Institute (NCI). The NCI reports an estimated 142,820 new cases of colorectal cancer in the United States in 2013. Of the new cases, 102,820 will be cancer of the colon and 40,340 cancer of the rectum. But read on. There is hope, because colorectal cancer screening saves lives. If everyone 50 years old or older were screened regularly, as many as 60% of deaths from this cancer could be avoided, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Here’s how: Many people do not understand that colorectal screening is conducted on people who are asymptomatic,” says Cynthia Harris, M.D., an endoscopist with the Moffitt GastrointestiDr. Harris nal (GI) Oncology Program. “They don’t have abdominal pain or blood in the stool, nothing to make them concerned. But they can still have polyps. That’s because in the early stage, polyps don’t present with any symptoms.” By the time any signs or symptoms emerge, the cancer probably will have spread and become more difficult to treat. Usually, early cancer does not cause pain. It is important not to wait to feel pain before seeing a doctor. The focus is prevention, not early diagnosis, for colorectal cancer, Dr. Harris stresses. Colorectal cancer often begins as a colon polyp, a benign (non-cancerous) growth on the inner lining of the colon and rectum. Some types of polyps increase a person’s risk of developing
colorectal cancer. Not all polyps develop into cancer, but almost all colon cancers start as polyps. Polyps are rather common in people oldDr. Klapman er than 50. “It’s difficult to predict which polyps will become cancerous and which ones won’t,” says Jason Klapman, M.D., director of Endoscopy. “The goal of screening is to find and eliminate all growths or alternatively to identify cancer cells in the earliest possible stage when more treatment options are available.” Moffitt Cancer Center’s outpatient clinic houses a state-of-the-art endoscopy center, which offers endoscopic colonoscopy with the capability of rapidly analyzing Dr. Vignesh removed tissues or polyps. “Some people see Moffitt only as a treatment facility, and they are surprised to learn that they can have their screening colonoscopy performed here,” says Shivakumar Vignesh, M.D. “But we also offer the latest advances in colorectal cancer prevention through various services that include consultation with a gastroenterologist knowledgeable in the prevention of gastrointestinal cancer as well as colorectal screening, including colonoscopy. Most physicians consider colonoscopy to be the “gold standard” of colorectal screening methods, and the procedure involves examining the entire colon. According to the NCI, to find polyps or early colorectal cancer, people in their 50s and older should be screened. People who are at higher-than-average risk of colorectal cancer should talk with their doctor about whether to have screening tests before age 50, what tests to have, the benefits and risks of each test, and how often to schedule appointments. To find out more, call 1-888-MOFFITT.
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Health Roundup
What You Need to Know About Controlling High Blood Pressure High blood pressure is sometimes called the “silent killer” because it has no symptoms, except in extreme cases. It’s critical that the millions of people who have high blood pressure learn how to control it, before it’s too late. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), more than 76 million U.S. adults have been diagnosed with high blood pressure. The high force of blood flow can damage arteries, the heart, kidneys, eyes and the brain. If uncontrolled, high blood pressure increases your risk of heart disease and stroke, which are the leading causes of death in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Fortunately, there are steps you can take to get your high blood pressure under control. These include eating healthfully, maintaining a healthy weight and not smoking. Eat healthfully. When it comes to eating healthfully to help keep blood pressure down, it’s not just about what to avoid – such as lowering your intake of saturated and trans fats, sodium, and added sugars – but about what to add to your diet so that it is rich in nutrients and fiber. In fact, many experts believe that antioxidants show great promise for reducing
high blood pressure and supporting heart health. To help keep blood pressure down, make sure your diet includes plenty of: • Fruits and vegetables • Whole grains • High-fiber foods • Lean meats • Fat-free or low-fat dairy foods • Fish containing omega-3, such as salmon, trout and herring • Heart-healthy antioxidants One example of a heart-healthy antioxidant is pterostilbene, which is found naturally in blueberries. Studies have shown that pterostilbene may provide health benefits, including support of heart health, anti-aging capabilities, glucose and oxidative stress-level management, cognitive functions, weight loss and other metabolic disorders. In fact, results from a recent study from the University of Mississippi showed that pterostilbene had statistically significant results for blood pressure in adults. Pterostilbene is closely related to resveratrol, an antioxidant found in grapes, but has properties that provide added benefits over resveratrol:
• It can easily enter into the blood stream. • It has better absorption from the blood stream for use by cells. • It is effective at activating proteins which help lower cholesterol levels and contribute to anti-aging. Because this valuable antioxidant is only available in small amounts in each blueberry, those interested in adding pterostilbene to their diet can take a daily supplement including pTeroPure, a nature-identical form of pterostilbene. Learn more about pterostilbene and locate supplements containing pTeroPure at www.pteropure.com. Maintain a healthy weight. Being overweight raises your blood pressure and blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels, as well as lowering the amount of good cholesterol, according to the AHA. So losing even a little weight can reduce blood pressure in many overweight people. The best ways to do that are to modify your diet and get moving. The Surgeon General recommends that adults engage in moderate physical activities for at least 30 minutes on most days of the week. These activities can be performed in episodes and spread through
out the week. Try the following: • Walking at moderate pace or doing an activity of motion for at least 10 minutes. • Include flexibility and stretching exercises. • Include muscle strengthening activi- ty at least two days each week. Talk to your doctor or healthcare provider about how you can increase your physical activity safely and modify your diet to help you get to a healthy weight. Don’t smoke. Smoking damages blood vessels and speeds up the hardening of the arteries, making it a major risk for heart disease and stroke. If you don’t smoke, don’t start. If you do smoke, talk to your doctor about programs to help you quit. If you’ve been diagnosed with high blood pressure, don’t wait to get it under control. Take action now so you can have a healthier future.
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Health Roundup
Seasonal Allergies By Lourdes M. Sáenz, Creative Director Spring is around the corner, and due to an unusually mild Florida winter, we’ve seen some early signs of seasonal changes. With these changes, we tend to walk outside more frequently, enjoying the warmer temperatures. We start thinking about the fresh new grass, the first blooms in our garden and all of the sudden... sneeze! Soon follow the watery itchy eyes, redness and swelling of the face and, depending on the individual, an array of symptoms that may include coughing, aches, shortness of breath and more ... in a nut shell, a full blown allergy attack! Even in the State of Florida, where there is not a harsh transition between seasons and the spring time is not such an explosive awakening of flora like in northern states, we still witness a yellow coating of pollen on outside surfaces and airborne seeds all around, which end up being the main causes of our discomfort. This year, these changes began much earlier, affecting allergy sufferers as early as December. “I used to start seeing my patients in January to get them ready,” said Eva Berkes, an immunologist with Hawthorne Clinic and Research Center in Sarasota. “Now I say to come in December, before your symptoms attack you.” Hugh Windom, another Sarasota allergist, says sufferers already are filing into his office. “We’ve had people in since the 10th of January,” he says. “We used to expect them in the first part of February.” Allergies related to weather changes and triggered by airborne pollen are on the rise in the United States and throughout the world, no matter if we live in rural or urban areas. The Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) states that asthma and allergies affect one out of four Americans, or 60 million people. This number has steadily increased over the past 50 years. A visible result is the interest of pharmaceutical companies in the creation of allergy medication and the commercial bombardment of promotions for new prescriptions or over the counter drugs to alleviate the numerous allergy ailments. But what about the home remedies from the past, used by our grandparents, parents and relatives before the birth of Claritin or Allegra or Zyrtec? Are there more natural alternatives to relieve our runny noses, aching burning eyes and those horrible endless morning sneezes -- all a reaction of our bodies trying to fight off the invisible invaders coming into our nostrils from our garden’s beautiful awakening? Here are a few old-fashioned, natural remedies that may lead to a strengthening of our immune system and provide a way to relieve and prevent a worsening of allergy symptoms: • Garlic: one of the vegetables known to man as a “wonder natural drug” can also be an allergen fighter, especially for those suffering from hay fever. Quercitin is
the antioxidant property of garlic that makes it effective to reduce the swelling of conducts caused by allergies. To be most effective, it should be a steady part of your diet, including it in all meals, especially salads. Chewing on a clove of garlic will quickly open up stuffed nasal passages. • Eucalyptus: boil several leaves in water and inhale vapors to clear nasal passages (more effective if you cover the head with a towel while inhaling - with care not to get too close and burn your face). • Echinacea: drink 3 cups of tea a day, as a great source to reinforce our immune system and to fights allergens. Or add 4 teaspoons of apple vinegar to your favorite tea for a special blend that will aid with your allergic ailments. • Special juice mixture made up of: 1 glass of water, 4 table spoons of vinegar, the juice of one radish and a squirt of lemon juice. Mix well and drink one glass during five days. • Horseradish: in many places around the world it is used to battle allergies. Take a teaspoon of horseradish everyday until symptoms diminish and then continue to take a teaspoon once a week as a continuing treatment. • Apples: You know the saying... an apple a day... well the peel of the apple contains properties that make our cells more resistant to allergies. To obtain more benefits, eat five apples a week. • Pineapple: One of nature’s strongest sources for bromelain, an enzyme that alleviates irritation and congestion; also acts as a natural anti-inflammatory for nasal passages. As a great source of vitamin C, pineapple helps fight against allergens. • Honey: a wonderful gift from nature, it is known to reduce allergy symptoms if you take a couple of teaspoons on a daily basis. The small amounts of pollen contained in honey act as a natural “vaccine” against allergens. It is better to use locally produced honey to fight the allergens from local vegetation. Honey mixed with apple or orange juice is also a good remedy with easy to find ingredients. Chewing on a piece of honey comb is also effective to alleviate congested sinuses related to allergies. EXTRA CURIOUS TIPS: • Rubbing your ears until they are hot will open up stuffed up nasal passages! • Keeping plants inside your home will act as natural filters for house dust particles that cause allergies. The majority of us have lived through terrible allergy symptoms, but now there are many alternatives to provide at least some temporary relief, without a chemical dependency. Follow some of these suggestions that have been passed down from generation to generation about natural home remedies... reach into your kitchen cabinets, or walk out to your garden or your local farmer’s market for the ingredients to your allergy relief. And after that, go plant some flowers, mow your lawn, take a walk in the park and breath deep.. spring is here... nature gives you the allergies... but it can also take them away!
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From GET UP Page 6 sedentary, the situation can only make a turn for the worse. It is important to associate the link between healthy standing, moving and stretching habits during our daily routine to the effects on our anatomy. Apart from the obvious reason that movement and exercise will aid in the reduction of obesity and the prevention of cardiac disease and diabetes, as we reduce our sitting time, we increase our metabolism in general, strengthen our muscle mass and keep bone health, thereby avoiding osteoporosis. We also reduce the risk for tumors and improve mental health, keeping depression and Alzheimer’s disease away. Now that we realize the harm we are doing to our body with extensive sitting, and the possibilities for improving our health by adding motion and exercise to our daily routine, here are some suggestions to decrease the amount of time spent sitting. • At the office, take two minute breaks during the day for walking and stretching. Try to walk 15 minutes during lunch. • Stand up and pace during phone calls. • Walk to your co-workers’ offices to give them messages instead of just e-mailing.
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• Consider taking the stairs instead of the elevator when at all possible. • Park far away from the front door of your job, or destination. • Instead of shopping from your computer, go to the mall and walk around the stores. • Take the dog for a longer walk than usual. • Cook instead calling for takeout and do the dishes instead of loading the dishwasher. • Watch TV while doing house chores or walking on a treadmill. • Play Wii instead of sedentary traditional video games. There are many ways to improve the gloomy statistics given by the scientists and doctors in reference to sitting disease, and they are all possible and within our reach. Habits can be changed and maintained as a lifestyle and not a passing trend. Let’s stop sitting as a society in general and bring back some of the movement we had before we let technology take over our lives -- back to the days when we could live without our cell phones and computers. Let’s stand up and walk! Let’s move to bring back our health!
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Don’t Be a Victim!
Gypsy, Travelers Scams and Distraction Theft on the Rise Against Seniors in Central Florida By Lourdes M. Sáenz, Creative Director The Hillsborough County sheriff’s office issued a warning to residents regarding the danger of falling victim to an annual scheme which is very common in Florida every spring. This is the time of the year when, authorities say, con men who specialize in “gypsy and traveler” activity descend on the Bay area preying on residents, especially the elderly. To law enforcement agencies, the word “gypsy” refers to people who travel in small groups across the country perpetrating crimes of theft, burglary and fraud. Gypsy scams, which can also be labeled as “distraction theft,” are incidents that occur in daylight hours whereby a suspect will literally walk right into someone’s home for the purpose of stealing jewelry or money. Very often, the homeowner is either in or near the home. As a means of distraction, one person will deal with the home owner, while the accomplice goes around the back to try to break in to steal the valuables. Lois Dale, a 91-year-old from Kissimmee, Fla., became an easy target to such criminals as she recently answered a knock at the door, thinking it was her neighbor, and instead found a man claiming he was there to replace loose shingles on the roof previously installed by his grandfather’s company and under repair warranty. Although she asked for identification, the man ignored her and continued talking, creating enough distraction to move Dale to the back of the house where he pretended to examine the roof. She had just fallen for a scam that goes back decades and has targeted elderly homeowners across the country. As the two were in the back of the home, an accomplice walked into her house through the unlocked front door and stole money from her purse. The excuses can vary, but these individuals most likely work in pairs and their intention is to get the owner away from the valuables inside the property. The best way to keep these individuals from victimizing you is to simply keep your doors locked and your garage door closed! Remember, every time you are outside your home, you cannot possibly see every door that a would-be thief might enter. The sheriff departments of Hillsborough and neighboring counties have also warned citizens about another danger typical at this time of year. It relates to traveling home improvement workers, often called “Travelers,” who invade our communities preying on unsuspecting homeowners. Targeting the elderly, they go door to door offering to pave or seal driveways or do any home improvement job at a very cheap price. The “Travelers” want payment up from and prefer cash but will often times take a check. Most homeowners who hire the traveling workers experience shoddy work with substandard materials. Then the victim can’t locate the worker for a refund or to repair the job. When victims try to stop payment on the check, it’s already been cashed and the name on the check is usually fictitious or belongs to an uninvolved third party. This past January, five people were arrested and charged in Polk County in connection with what detectives describe as a scheme involving fraudulent construction work targeting the elderly. The five are all members of the underground community known as “travelers” or gypsies, according to a news release from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office. The men were trying to convince the elderly victim to do repairs on her roof worth hundreds of dollars, when the roof had been previously inspected
and found to be in perfect condition. “These scam artists prey on unsuspecting victims,” said Sheriff Grady Judd. “They target the elderly because they are more trusting; thus making them easier targets for quick scams. And by the time the crime has been committed, the suspect is long gone, the victim has been swindled out of their money and must hire legitimate businesses to ‘fix’ work which wasn’t needed in the first place, or was done at substandard levels.” Homeowners should use common sense and be suspicious of anyone who comes knocking on doors with offers that sound “too good to be true” and always check references, licenses or go to the Better Business Bureau to check out the company offering the service. Here are some easy tips to keep yourself, your home and your valuables safe and away from criminal scammers:
• Never open your door to a stranger. • Never let a stranger inside your house. • Lock your doors even if you’re home. • Do not go outside alone with a stranger present. • If you doubt the identity of a contractor or other visitor, call 911. • Don’t let itinerant or unsolicited workers inspect your home. • Never pay in advance for any service rendered.
One final thought: to be safe, we all need to take care of ourselves and be aware of our surroundings at all times. Trust that inner “gut feeling” that may save your money, your property and even your life. SOURCE: Hillsborough, Polk, Orange and Seminole County Sheriff’s Offices
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From LIGHTHOUSE, Page 1 19,500 blind or visually impaired residents. Since its founding in 1956, Lighthouse of Pinellas has adhered to its mission to advance the independence and quality of life for the people in Pinellas who are blind and visually impaired, and today they offer programs for infants and toddlers, teens and young adults, adults with sudden vision loss and seniors with age-related vision impairment. “Our organization fills a need that no other addresses,” said Karen Dove, grants and communication manager at Lighthouse. “Research indicates that one-half of all people over age 65 will develop some sort of vision-robbing ailment during their life time, so we anticipate continued growth in the future.” Services at Lighthouse of Pinellas range from
developmental skills training for toddlers to computer training and recreation for teens, along with orientation and mobility training, job readiness and daily living skills for adults. Although partially funded by the State of Florida Department of Education Division of Blind Services, Lighthouse of Pinellas relies heavily on private donations to deliver its programs to each age group. If you are interested in learning more about the organization and any of its upcoming events – including Bowling in the Dark – visit www. lhpfl.org or call 727-544-4433. You can also mail charitable contributions to Lighthouse of Pinellas, 6925 112th Circle North, Ste. 103, Largo, FL 33773.
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Fresh Decorating Ideas for Your Home A recent survey by the retailer HomeGoods found that while almost half of Americans haven’t updated their home décor in the last five years, only 20 percent are happy with it. If that sounds like you, then it’s time for some fresh ideas. These budget-friendly decorating ideas from Glade, the worldwide leader in home fragrance, and Giuliana Rancic, entertainment journalist and style guru, make it easy to discover your personal style.
Small Changes Add Up “You don’t have to redo a whole room,” says Rancic. “Small changes like adding a new color or introducing a scent to a room really make a big difference. I love how the Glade Expressions fragrances not only match my design taste perfectly, but also help make my home feel welcoming and guest-ready by giving it that finishing touch of a signature scent.” Start at the beginning. The entryway of a home is the first thing guests see, so make sure it’s impactful. Tidy up the outside area around the front door, and add some inexpensive pops of color with a planter full of seasonal flowers. On the inside, think about updating the walls with floral or damask wallpaper, or even a painted chevron pattern. Engage all the senses. Sights, sounds, textures and scent all work together to complete the ambiance of a space. Try using soft lighting for a warm and inviting atmosphere. Mix textures in the room by adding a soft throw to a modern, sleek sofa. Select a signature scent with one of the true-to-life fragrances. For example, the new Glade Expressions Collection fragrances combine
classic scents with an exotic twist, and they’re available in two contemporary designs to complement any room’s décor.
Personal Style Tips Rancic recommends taking cues from the things you love to add elements that express your personality: Feel connected to nature? Display elements from nature to add earthy touches to a room. Look for beautiful rocks and geodes. Use natural fabrics, wood-wicked candles, and display sprigs of lavender and green leaves in ceramic vases or mason jars. Scent: Lavender & Juniper Berry. Wish you could visit the Mediterranean? Freshen up sofas and chairs with crisp cotton slipcovers, and white, flowing sheers on the windows. Add a couple of bright pillows or a colorful throw for a warm and sunny feel. Scent: Cotton & Italian Mandarin.
Get Inspired The first step in discovering your own style is to make a personal “styleboard.” You can create one on a bulletin board, in folders or make a virtual one at www. facebook.com/glade. • To create one at home, collect images of things you love, such as fashion, décor, or anything that catches your eye. Sort
through the images and look for patterns. This is a great way to narrow down your options when you are not sure of a style.
On the Glade Facebook page, you can create an online styleboard to help you put together the perfect look and match it with a signature scent. Each personalized styleboard created on the application includes a fragrance, home furnishing suggestions, color and fabric swatches and music playlists — all of which can be shared with friends and family on Facebook.
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Senior Happenings Citizen Scientist Workshop
Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center March 2 Join agent Lara Miller, University of Florida Extension for training in the collection of local ecological information and introduction to Nature’s Notebook, a project of the USA National Phenology Network. The Pinellas County Extension class includes both an indoor and outdoor components so please come prepared to make some observations outside. 9 a.m. to noon. Free. Broker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs. (727) 453-6800; www.brookercreekpreserve.org. The New Horizons Club for Widowed People
West Clubhouse - Imperial Rental Apts. March 2 This event will take place at 2:00 p.m. The speaker is Brandi Lacaris of the Child Protection Investigation Dept. of the Pinellas County Sheriff’s office. She will inform the members of the community, services that this office provides throughout the county and will update us on the Christmas donation that the club gave for needy families. After the meeting the members and guests will enjoy dinner at the Olive Garden Restaurant on Ulterman Rd. Widowed people are always welcome at our meetings. For info and membership, call Betty Baker at 727392-5028. The West clubhouse of the Imperial rental Apt’s is located at 101 Imperial Palms Drive, Largo, FL. Brooker Creek Book Club
Brooker Creek Preserve March 2 Hosted by the Friends of Brooker Creek Preserve, this book club meets the first Saturday of each month. Geared toward adults, the book list includes works by Florida authors, past and present, with archeology, biography, politics and history storylines. March’s book selected for discussion is From Yellow Dog Democrats to Red State Republicans: Florida Politics from 1940 by David R. Colburn. Advance registration is required as seating is limited. 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Free. Brooker Creek Preserve is located at 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs, FL. For more information (727) 453-6800; www.brookercreekpreserve.org. Viva Tampa Bay – Florida Archaeology Day
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Going Coastal: Florida’s Sea Turtles
Weedon Island Preserve March 6 Learn the life histories of some of Florida’s most beloved marine creatures and what can be done to keep them safe during the nesting season. 2 to 4 p.m. Free; advance registration required. Weedon Island Preserve is located at 1800 Weedon Drive NE, St. Petersburg, FL. For more information (727) 453-6500; www.weedonislandpreserve.org. Birds of Prey
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West Park Dog Park is located at 6299 N Occident St. Tampa FL. For more information 813-931-2121. Introduction to Plant Identification
Brooker Creek Preserve March 9 Join a Pinellas County Extension specialist and examine the basics of plant identification, from using simple keys to identifying critical characteristics that will help any would-be botanist in the field. An emphasis will be placed on flowering plants, but ferns will be included as well. Registration is required and all materials will be provided. Wear comfortable shoes, as part of the class will be outdoors. 10:30 a.m. to noon. Free. Brooker Creek Preserve, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs, FL. For more information (727) 4536800; www.brookercreekpreserve.org. The Making of St. Petersburg
Weedon Island Preserve March 9 This new book captures the character of this bay city through the telling of significant events, from the Spanish clash with indigenous peoples to the creation of the downtown waterfront parks and grand hotels. Local historian Will Michaels will present a chronicle of St. Petersburg’s rich history, including the world’s first airline and major league baseball introduction into the area. 2 to 3 p.m. Free; advance registration requested. Weedon Island Preserve, 1800 Weedon Drive NE, St. Petersburg. (727) 453-6500; www.weedonislandpreserve.org.
Several live birds of prey will be used to illustrate aspects of predator-prey relationships, adaptations that Clearwater SINGLES 50+ Dance ensure success as predators, and their role in maintaining healthy, balanced ecosystems. The basic natural hisSCIPS - Colreavy Hall tory of each species is also discussed along with the March 9 impact of humans on their habitats and populations. 10 Live music by a popular band. Dress code: “dressy to 11 a.m. Free. casual” attire. (No shorts, jeans, beach wear). Join Brooker Creek Preserve, 3940 Keystone Road, TarSCIPS for a fun evening, meeting new singles, listening pon Springs, FL. For more information (727) 453to entertaining music and socializing. Admission: 6800; www.brookercreekpreserve.org. $5.00/members, $7.00/non-members. Door prizes will Florida Strawberry Festival Day 8 be awarded. Couples welcome! No reservations are necessary. You may bring your own snacks and beverages. Florida Strawberry Festival Grounds Cups and ice are furnished, and sodas are available. Feb. 28 - March 10 Monthly dances, featuring live music, are scheduled for Florida Blue Senior Citizen Day & Ride-A-Thon Day the second Saturday of each month. Other fun activities Patrons 60 years and older get $2.00 off the gate ad- include dining out, theater, movies, picnics, sporting mission of $10.00 all day. Ride-A-Thon from Noon until events, visits to museums, etc. SCIPS is a not-for-profit, 11:00 pm. A wristband purchased at the Midway for non-denominational singles club, serving the Tampa $20.00 will entitle the wearer to ride most mechanical Bay area for the past 33 years. 7:00 p.m. rides for this one low price. Colreavy Hall is located at 820 Jasmine Way, (corHeadliners Include Mel Tillis at 3:30 pm & Brantley ner of Myrtle Avenue, south of Druid Road, in Gilbert at 7:30 pm on the Wish Farms Soundstage. Clearwater). The Festival takes place at the Plant City fairFor additional information, call (727) 253-4874 or grounds. For more information and specials, visit (727) 461-7104. http://scips.tripod.com. www.flstrawberryfestival.com.
Join Florida Public Archaeology Network and Alliance for Weedon Island Archaeological Research and Education for many archaeological and educational activities celebrating the historic cultural diversity of TamBeagle Adoption and Meetup pa Bay. There will be reenactments of the early Spanish West Park Dog Park starting at 11 a.m., atlatl throwing, pottery making and March 9 artifact collections displayed throughout the day. 10 Come & meet our adoptable dogs at West Park Dog a.m. to 3 p.m. Free and no registration required. Weedon Island Preserve is located at 1800 Weedon Park. If you have a preapproved application on file you Drive NE, St. Petersburg, FL. For more information may adopt a dog on site. Please bring your children & currently owned dogs so everyone can meet! 9:30 a.m. (727) 453-6500; www.weedonislandpreserve.org. 12:00 p.m.
Largo’s Red Hat Garden Party Now Under the Oaks
Largo Community Center March 12 - 13 Hundreds of purple blouses and red hats are set to gather under the oaks at the Largo Community Center for the 7th Annual Red Hat Garden Party. From 11am2pm on Tuesday, March 12 or Wednesday, March 13, Red Hatters will enjoy live music, dancing, door prizes,
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Senior Happenings contests and a freshly prepared lunch by the Largo Community Center. Mingle with other chapters, make new friends and be sure to wear your best red hat as we plan to take lots of pictures to commemorate this ever-growing Spring time event. Cost for the one day event is $10 per person. Spaces are limited; pre-registration is required by March 4. For more information and to purchase your tickets call (727)518-3131 or visit the Largo Community Center located at 400 Alt Keene Rd., Largo, FL. AARP FL Senior Tech Rally
Centro Asturiano de Tampa March 14 Free, hands-on, educational workshop developed to introduce the 50+ to mobile technology. Learn to use a SmartPhone and a Tablet at our hands-on workshop. Just bring yourself, and we’ll bring the devices and lunch! All participants will get hands on experience with devices that we will provide. You’ll learn to text, share photos, use Apps and more! For information on this event go to AARP.com. The Centro Asturiano de Tampa, Ballroom is located at 1913 North Nebraska Ave., 3rd Floor, Tampa, FL 33620. Vegetable, Herb and Tropical Fruit Garden Tours at Florida Botanical Gardens
Pinnellas County Extension March 14 Learn about growing food and marvel at the eyecatching array of culinary, medicinal and aromatic herbs, trees and flowers. Wander the brick paths between the Egyptian, Mediterranean, Asian and beverage plants while learning how the plants can be used in the home. Discover the tropical fruits that do well in our Florida climate and view a diversity of plants, including ground cover and trees, that can be used when designing lawn landscapes. Tours limited to groups of four to 10 and are recommended for adults. 9 a.m. to noon. Free; advance registration required. Pinellas County Extension is located at 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo, FL. For more information (727) 582-2109 http://www.eventbrite.com.
Bay, Florida is presented by Ryan Harke. Learn how research suggests that coastal and inland Fort Walton populations represent separate cultural groups. 7 to 8 p.m. Free; advance registration required. Weedon Island Preserve is located at 1800 Weedon Drive NE, St. Petersburg, FL. For more information (727) 453-6500; www.weedonislandpreserve.org. Planes, Trains & Automobiles
Plant City Airport March 23 The third annual Planes, Trains & Automobiles event will take place at the Plant City Airport. It’s a chance to see real airplanes, remote control planes, helicopters, model trains in operation and on exhibit, and classic and exotic car displays. Antique railroad maintenance equipment, train artifacts and memorabilia will be on site for guests to explore. There will be activities of interest for the entire family including food and merchandise vendors, K-9 demonstrations, live entertainment, and a children’s play area. Admission is free; parking is $5. Event will be from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Plant City Airport is located at 4007 Airport Rd., Plant City, FL 33566. For more information, contact the Greater Plant City Chamber of Commerce at 813-754-3707, or log on to www.plantcity.org. Senior and Caregiver Expo
McKechnie Field March 27 Expo presented by Humana & Manatee Memorial Hospital. Eco-Friendly Bag giveaway provided by Humana & Manatee Memorial Hospital to first 2,500 fans! FREE wellness screenings & giveaways from local vendors. Game ticket required. 11:00 am to 3:00 p.m. The McKechnie Field is located at 1611 Ninth St. W. Bradenton, FL 34205.
Rain Harvesting Workshop
Brooker Creek Preserve March 16 Learn how to save rainwater in a recycled plastic barrel. The collected water may be used for plant beds, potted plants and vegetable and herb gardens. In this free class, the group will learn how to make and set up a rain barrel. An optional rain barrel may be purchased for $25 with advance registration. 9 to 10:30 a.m. Registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs, FL. For more information (727) 4536800; www.brookercreekpreserve.org.
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St. Petersburg Coliseum March 28
At the 3rd Lifestyles After 50 Fun Fest you will enjoy live music, dancing, free bingo, health screenings, sports area, free coffee and muffins, fun games and prizes, free parking and admission, and much more. Booth and Sponsorships available. Over 3,000 active adults in attendance. 10:00 a.m. to Archaeology Lecture 3:00 p.m. Weedon Island Preserve The St. Petersburg ColMarch 21 iseum is located at 535 Stable Isotope Analysis of Busycon Sinistrum to De- Fourth Avenue North, St. termine Fort Walton: Period Seasonality at St. Joseph Petersburg, FL 33701.
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New UF Clinical Study Funded by the Parkinson Research Foundation Links Parkinson’s Disease with Dance By Bonnie L. Quick The Center for Arts in Medicine at the University of Florida College of Fine Arts conducts a weekly Dance for Life program designed to help people diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease (PD) improve their quality of life through enhanced physical well-being, social interaction, creative expression and targeted improvements in Parkinson’s symptoms. “The program started in the spirit of a university research one lab,” said Jill Sonke, Director of the Center of the Arts. “We had occupational therapists, physical therapists, and doctors together with dance faculty and students for two days to design the most safe and beneficial program. Medical personnel taught us about Parkinson’s and we taught them about dance.” The Center has been awarded a $30,500 grant from the Parkinson Research Foundation (PRF) to conduct research on the effects of dance on Parkinson’s. Due to this award from the PRF, the center, in partnership with the
UF Center for Movement Disorders and Neurorestoration, will increase to three classes a week for 16 weeks to document the physical and psychosocial impact of dance on Parkinson’s disease and ultimately facilitate the provision of this costeffective, enjoyable intervention more widely to people living with this disease. Sonke said, “In my opinion, the most important aspect of the program so far has been the level of engagement the Parkinson Disease patients experience outside of class. They become more energized and mobile, so have more energy. The benefits are physical and psychological.” It is hoped this study, the largest and most in-depth study ever done on dance and Parkinson’s disease, will determine whether dance can be effective in improving Parkinson’s disease severity, walking ability, balance function, cognition and/or language deficits in people with this disease. The study will consist of three groups of 16 people three times a week for 16 weeks, comparing aerobic exercise, targeted balance and dance. Each participant entering the study will participate in
several days of testing prior to enrollment and after the conclusion of data collection. The focus will be on testing language and executive motor and nonmotor skills. “We anticipate that the program will take a year to complete,” noted Sonke. “My colleagues are in the process of recruiting participants now.” The findings from this study could advance the development of treatments for Parkinson’s disease because they explore drug-free interventions for cognitive and language impairment that can positively impact patient well-being. “The Dance for Life class is multigenerational with ages 20-90 in attendance in each class. Parkinson’s patients (heretofore known as dancers) are in their 50s to 90s.” included Sonke. “The other component, students and faculty (known as volunteers) range from the 20s to 40s, making the classes seven generations. Every spring, the Parkinson’s patients perform in the UF Spring Dance Concert along with the students, [and also take] part in two community Barn Dances performing the Folk Dances they learn in class. The PD patients attend student performances and vice versa.” “The PD [patient] gets so much fun and stimulation from the younger students it spills out into to other areas of their lives,” added Sonke. “Our program is in a remote area on Campus and we have found that the PD patients will come early to find a parking space and walk the distance to get here. They make a day of it.
They watch our students rehearse for dance and other performances. The students give off major energy. Students benefit from the wisdom and support from the patients.” Hope. Happiness. Relief from isolation and depression. Improved mobility. Increased quality of life for Parkinson’s Disease patients. New friends. In June, the Mark Morris Dance for PD group from Brooklyn will be coming to UF to teach dance instructors Dance for PD Best Practices. For more information on the University of Florida Center for Arts in Medicine and the Dance For Life program, visit http://www.arts.ufl.edu/c0m. Contact: Jill Sonke, UF Center for Arts in Medicine (College of Fine Arts) 352-265-0768 Jsonke@arts.ufl.edu
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The New Directions Orchestra Celebrates First Year Anniversary! Founded on Feb. 2, 2012, The New Directions Orchestra, Inc. is an innovative program that teaches beginning musicians, ages 50 to 85, who, up until recently, have never played musical instruments. However, recently the group expanded to include all adults age 21 and up. “You’re never too young or old to learn to play a musical instrument—whether you can join a band or orchestra or take up music lessons locally,” said E. Douglas Deck with New Directions Orchestra. Currently, the group is 29 instrumentalists strong and growing, but they need more instrumentalists, along with the following are instruments. tuba, bassoon, oboe, bass clarinet, cello, bass strings, more violins, violas, and more woodwind and brass instruments. For more information, you can visit www. ndomusic.org, call E. Douglas Deck at 813-6714278 or email him at ed6996d@gmail.com.
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Many Boomers Turning Their Passions into New Careers For many years, the average 50-something American looked forward to a leisure-based retirement. But as Americans are living longer and feeling younger, many are finding it necessary to remain professionally active beyond traditional retirement age -forging new paths that supply both money and meaning. “Boomers are opting to stay in the game, or better, change the game by leaving a mark and making a difference,” says Marci Alboher, vice president of Encore.org, an organization helping people transition to the nonprofit world and public sector. While moving into a new kind of work is not always quick or easy, some experts say that middle-aged Americans are well-equipped to handle it. “With midlife comes a newfound capacity to tap into your accumulated experience and wisdom to accomplish new
things you may have been unable to do earlier,” says Alboher, whose new book “The Encore Career Handbook,” is a comprehensive guide for anyone looking to make such a shift. Whether you’re looking to jump right in or make a plan first, here are some tips and things to consider: •
• Don’t be discouraged by today’s tight job market. The nonprofit sector has added jobs over the past decade and our govern- ment’s need for highly skilled employees in a variety of sectors continues to grow. Between now and 2018, experts say that there may be as many as 1.7 million jobs available at all levels of government.
Your new work may involve a trade- off. You may trade money for meaning and flexibility. You may trade power and influence for the chance to work more closely with people you can help.
• Transitions will take longer than you think, so be patient. •
comes to technology. Show you understand the job market today by having a great LinkedIn pro file. Consider tailoring your re- sume to show your strengths as an adviser and mentor.
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For tips on making the most of this chapter of your life and work, visit www. encore.org. Don’t approach your mid-life and beyond with trepidation. With skills, experience and care, you can launch a successful new career that combines your passion with a paycheck.
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PINK in the Sink and the Periodontal Health Link By Kenneth M. Greenberg, D.D.S. We all know that we should regularly brush and floss our teeth. But do you see “pink in the sink” when you rinse or spit out afterward? While this may not be the most pleasant image, it should not be overlooked. Do your gums feel swollen or tender? Are you troubled by persistent bad or foul breath? Do you notice you are developing gaps or feel a loosening of your teeth? Do you seem to be getting “a little long in the tooth”? Are you having sensitivity, pain, food impaction between your teeth, or difficulty chewing? Unfortunately, these may all be signs of a chronic bacterial infection that affects the gums and bone supporting your teeth.
Periodontitis (aka periodontal or gum disease, trench mouth, pyorrhea) is a serious condition which affects 75 percent of the population of adults aged 35 or older, and 50 percent have some symptoms of the disease by age 18. In the early stages, called gingivitis, a person may have only mild or no obvious symptoms and it is often reversible. Untreated, gingivitis leads to periodontitis which causes significant inflammation and irreversible damage to oral structures. Bacteria (plaque) spreads below the gum line and throughout the entire mouth, eating away at connective tissue and nerves, bone, teeth and gums. Bone and tooth loss, recurrent abscess, pain and loss of normal function can result. In addition, the disease may reach further than the mouth and have other major health implications. Significant research and clinical evidence points to a link between periodontitis and some serious medical conditions. Heart disease and stroke due to bacterial blood clots and vascular inflammation, difficulty controlling blood sugar and diabetes, lung infections, weakened immune system, premature or low birth weight infants and even cancer are associated risks of gum disease. As disparaging as these facts may seem, there is some good news. Gingivitis and periodontitis are not only preventable, but can be treated or even eliminated. Since bacteria is the main cause, complete removal of bacteria, excellent oral hygiene, and regular dental exams and cleanings can prevent the ravages of this disease. There are also other factors that can increase the risk and severity of
gum disease. These include smoking, consumption of alcohol, diabetes and other diseases that compromise the immune system (such as HIV, Hepatitis, cancer), hormonal changes in girls and women, dry mouth, certain medications (blood pressure, anti-depressants, anti-seizure, antihistamines, cancer treatment and many others) and genetic susceptibility. Various treatments are available depending on the severity of the gum disease. At Dental Pros of Tampa, our goal is to prevent disease with accurate diagnosis and early treatment. We use the most conservative and progressive treatments available, including, but not limited to, laser debridement, chemotherapeutics, holistic and nutritional therapies. A multi-faceted approach is often needed and may be different for each patient. So remember that a little “pink in the sink” when brushing or flossing isn’t normal and that regular dental exams and cleanings are very important for maintaining good health at any age. Don’t wait for symptoms or worsening of disease. Give our office a call now at 813-920-6608 to find out if you are at risk for gum disease or other potentially serious dental problems. We are conveniently located at 8529 Gunn Highway, Odessa Florida. Please say you saw this health update in Senior Voice America for a complimentary initial or emergency consultation with one of our doctors. Your healthy mouth and body will appreciate it! Doctors Kenneth Greenberg and Nancy Freibaum are both graduates of the prestigious N.Y.U. College of Dentistry in Manhattan. After serving in the National Health Service Corps treating a rural population with many severe dental problems and limited access to dental care, Dr. Greenberg opened his private practice with Dr. Freibaum in 1988. Their practice focuses on comprehensive and compassionate dental care for all ages including cosmetic, implant, restorative, dentures and preventative services. We also provide snoring and sleep apnea treatment, laser therapy, root canal and surgical procedures. Call us at 813-920-6608, visit us at www.dentalprosoftampa.com or e-mail us at dentalprosoftampa@gmail.com.
From PARADISE Page 1 attracted me: his manners, his intelligence, his thoughtfulness; his fine qualities just came through,” she recalls fondly. The English lady married the kindly U.S. Army corporal her parents had taken an immediate liking to at St. Paul’s Church in Widnes on September 15, 1951, at the age of 22. When she embarked on her honeymoon cruise across the Atlantic on the R.M.S. Scythia five days later from Southampton, she bade tearful farewells to her family, her friends – and her beloved homeland. “It just about broke my heart to leave everyone behind …” she says, almost in a whisper, and her voice trails off. Her new husband felt he had a better chance of landing a good job in the States than in battle-scarred post-war England, and that was that. She sent letters home as often as she could. Her parents passed away, her sisters raised families and her childhood friends faded into memory while she brought up three boys of her own with “my GI” in the country she’d learned about at Fairfield Senior School all those years ago. She returned to England only four times in the five decades since then. Her husband died in 1996, but he is never far from her thoughts. Especially not when she’s in Paradise, not when she revisits places of breathtaking beauty he introduced her to almost half a century ago. “I remember him with every step I take through Michigan’s scenic landmarks. We enjoyed traveling to the U.P. to see the Soo Locks, the Porcupine Mountains and of course Lake Superior and the Tahquamenon Falls area. We loved walking through the woods to the falls,” the English lady says. “I’d never seen a waterfall in the U.K. There is rugged countryside in Wales, with mountain streams cascading down rocks – water pure enough to boil for picnic tea – and Scotland and the Lake District are especially noted for their beauty. But I’d never seen a waterfall like Tahquamenon. It was a thrill to see this spot for the first time, and the association with Hiawatha made it even more so.” The sun has broken through the thick clouds of morning and the English lady is now admiring the Upper Falls on this crisp afternoon in
Senior Voice America Tahquamenon Falls State Park. Glorious golden rays glisten on the swirling black water before it tumbles down into the rapids in a blend of amber and white foam. The reds, yellows, browns and greens of the surrounding forest frame and complete the picture-perfect postcard view. “I really think fall is the best time to visit Tahquamenon,” the English lady says, then adds wistfully: “How I wish I could have brought my mother and dad here! They would have had a tale to tell back home. Strangely, my mother also remembered parts of “The Song of Hiawatha” from her school days. And since my dad loved to walk, he would have enjoyed the trail through the park. It would really have been an earthly paradise to him.” According to local legend, an early logger named Curly Lewis took one look at the pristine wilderness surrounding the point where the mighty Tahquamenon River meets storied Lake Superior and had the same thought the English lady’s father would have had: “This is paradise!” So that’s what the lumbermen named their settlement on Whitefish Bay. She marvels at the magnificent myriad of colors above her head and beneath her feet as she follows the short path from the mist-shrouded overlook by the crest of the Upper Falls to the parking lot. Finally, reluctantly, she prepares to return home to Berkley after three days in Paradise, and her thoughts turn back, as they always do, to her husband. “Maybe he was with us in spirit, as Hiawatha’s spirit lives on in this gorgeous U.P.,” the English lady – my mother, Gwyneth Campbell – says softly. “He” is Robert Campbell, a man she never would have met if a terrible war had not ravaged her homeland, the man I will be forever grateful to for instilling in me a deep love and respect for Michigan’s “Land of Hiawatha.” Of course the spirit of her husband was there. Of course the spirit of my father was there. If you can’t believe that a loved one’s spirit is with you in a place called Paradise, then there’s nothing left to believe in. Berkley, Michigan-based freelance writer Ron Campbell can be reached at roncamp22@juno. com.
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Entertainment Les Miserables
Van Wezel Hall March 5-10 25th Anniversary Production! Cameron Mackintosh presents a brand new production of the Boublil & Schönberg’s legendary musical, with glorious new staging and dazzlingly reimagined scenery inspired by the paintings of Victor Hugo. This new production has been acclaimed by critics, fans and new audiences and is breaking box office records wherever it goes. For more information on showtimes and ticket prices, check www. vanwezel.org. Harlem Globetrotters
The Lakeland Center March 6 Your family’s smiles will begin before you even get to the show as the Harlem Globetrotters 2013 “You Write the Rules” World Tour takes kid participation to a whole new level. For the first time ever, fans will decide the rules for the game that could affect the final outcome. Vote for your favorite, craziest rule now at www.harlemglobetrotters.com, then see the winning rules implemented live into Globetrotter basketball. After the game, Globetrotter stars remain on court for autographs and photographs with fans. Before the game, take part in a once-in-a-lifetime experience with your family where you get to actually spend time on the court with the Globetrotters – shooting, trying out ball tricks, autographs and photos! The unique 30-minute pre-show, “Magic Pass,” will create memories of a lifetime. 7:00 p.m. Parking $7, Tickets $16-$36. Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra Presents The Streisand Songbook
The Mahaffey Theatre March 6 Platinum Award-winning vocalist and songwriter Ann Hampton Callaway joins Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra to celebrate America’s grande dame of entertainment, Barbra Streisand. This special evening features soaring symphonic spins on Streisand’s classic and unforgettable songs from her Broadway debut through her Hollywood hits (“Funny Girl,” “The Way We Were,” “A Star Is Born”,) and from her
early pop recordings to her later concept albums (People, Higher Ground, What Matters Most). Sharing humorous and inspiring anecdotes of her collaborations with Streisand, Ann provides an insider’s glimpse into the life of this legend, who has recorded six of Ann’s songs on her recent albums, including “I’ve Dreamed of You,” the song Streisand sang to her husband, James Brolin, on their wedding day. To kick off the evening, Maestro Lockhart leads the orchestra in other music from Ms. Streisand’s musical life (Julie Styne’s “Overture to Gypsy,” and Jerry Herman’s “Hello Dolly”) as well as a special tribute to the music of the late Marvin Hamlisch. 7:00 p.m. Tickets $33.28$133.58. Giacomo Puccini’s La Boheme
The Straz Center March 7-10 The heartbreaking story of opera’s most famous young lovers returns to the Straz Center. With some of the most beautiful and best-known arias in all of opera, it’s sumptuous score evokes the high romance of the 19th century Paris where a candle flickers out, tentative hands meet in the dark, and a rapturous duet soars under the moonlight. Follow the tale of young Parisians who live an exuberant bohemian existence, surviving on love and laughter. A poet discovers true love with a lovely, fragile seamstress. A painter and a vivacious cabaret singer rediscover their on-again, off-again passion. Surrounded by the evocative rooftops, cafés and garrets of Paris, these lively bohemians and their companions experience exhilarating joy and irretrievable loss. Daniel Lipton conducts an international cast, plus the Opera Tampa Chorus and Orchestra. Tickets start at $34.50. André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra
Tampa Bay Times Forum March 8 Violin master André Rieu, one of the best-selling live acts in the world, is returning to the US and Canada with a brand new show. Rieu’s 12-city tour will include performances in Los Angeles, Phoenix, Vancouver and the Tampa Bay Times Forum. His Tampa concert, part of Rieu’s international, “And The Waltz Goes On Tour”, will
be held at 8:00 PM. The tour is named after his successful album for which he collaborated with Sir Anthony Hopkins. Tickets $45-$139. The Diamonds
Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Ctr. March 8 The Diamonds perform their hits from the 50s and 60s, and pay tribute to the classic four-part vocal groups of the era—The Four Lads, The Four Aces, The Four Freshmen, The Four Preps, and The Four Seasons. They honor some of the greatest solo artists in rock and roll history—Bobby Darin, Buddy Holly and Elvis Presley. Classic doo-wop songs at their best, featuring fabulous vocal harmonies accented by their talents as instrumentalists on saxophone, trumpet and trombone. In 1957 The Diamonds released an instant million-selling hit called “Little Darlin’.” The song continues to sell worldwide and has been dubbed “the National Anthem of Rock and Roll.” To date it has sold approximately 20 million copies. The many honors and accolades include: 3 Gold Records – 33 appearances on American Bandstand – Soundtrack American Graffiti Soundtrack Happy Days – Vocal Group Hall of Fame – Doo-Wop Hall of Fame. 8:00 p.m. Tickets $26-$30. Doo Wop
Ruth Eckerd Hall March 9 Gene Chandler (Duke of Earl), Kenny Vance and The Planotones (Looking For An Echo), Tommy Mara and The Crests (Sixteen Candles), Jimmy Gallagher and The Passions (Just To Be With You), Cleveland Still and The Dubs (Could This Be Magic), The Chiffons (He’s So Fine) and The Duprees (You Belong to Me) bring their best hits to rock Ruth Eckerd Hall with your favorite Doo Wop melodies. 7:30 p.m. Price ranges from $45-$90. Suncoast Dixieland Jazz Society
Bilmar Beach Resort, Treasure Island March 10, 14, 28 CanAmGer jazz band will play from 1 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Admission: $10$15. For information: 727-596-7142. Lord of the Dance
Van Wezel Hall March 12
The Lakeland Center March 14 Described by the New York Post as “fascinating, rewarding and above all, entertaining,” and by the Los Angeles Times as “a showpiece extravaganza,” Lord of the Dance is a mesmerizing blend of traditional and modern Celtic music and dance. The story is based upon mythical Irish folklore as Don Dorcha, Lord of Darkness, challenges the ethereal Lord of Light, the Lord of the Dance. Battle lines are drawn, passions ignite and a love story fueled by the dramatic leaps and turns of dancers’ bodies begins to build against a backdrop of Celtic rhythm. The action is played out over 21 scenes on a grand scale of precision dancing, dramatic music, colorful costumes and state-of-the-art staging and lighting. Lakeland Center parking $7, tickets range from $43-$53. Van Wezel, tickets $30-$65. Anything Goes
The Straz Center March 12-17 All aboard for this saucy and splendid production of Roundabout Theatre Company’s Anything Goes, winner of three 2011 Tony® Awards including Best Musical Revival and Choreography! One of the greatest musicals in theater history, Cole Porter’s first-class musical comedy is sailing to Tampa, starring critically acclaimed actress Rachel York as Reno Sweeney and directed and choreographed by Tony Award winner Kathleen Marshall. When the S.S. American heads out to sea, etiquette and convention get tossed out the portholes as two unlikely pairs set off on the course to true love … proving that sometimes destiny needs a little help from a crew of singing sailors, an exotic disguise and some good old-fashioned blackmail. Tickets $46-50-$81.50. For more information, visit www. AnythingGoesTheMusical.com. A Chorus Line
The Lakeland Center March 12 In an empty theatre, on a bare stage, casting for a musical is almost complete. For 17 dancers, this audition is the chance of a lifetime. It’s what they’ve worked for - with every drop of sweat, every hour of training,
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Entertainment every day of their lives. It’s the one opportunity to do what they’ve always dreamed -- to have the chance to dance. This is A Chorus Line, an entertainment musical for everyone who’s ever had a dream; winner of many awards, this singular sensation returns for an all new tour. Center Stage Buffet: Enjoy a hassle-free dining experience with our Spectacular Center Stage Buffet featuring a full selection of fresh salads, delicious entrees and delectable desserts for a great low price. $15.95. Dinner is served from 5:30 p.m. -7:30 p.m. Advance purchase strongly suggested. For more information please call 863-834-8111. Parking: $7. Tickets without dining: $45.
where.” They are one of the top-grossing album and touring bands in existence. 7:30 p.m. Tickets $55.50$95.50.
Bon Appetit – Have Your Chocolate Cake and Eat It Too
The Pipes and Drums of the Black Watch
The Straz Center March 16 Two decades before actress Meryl Streep and the late author/director Nora Ephron brought Julia Child to the silver screen with Julie & Julia, composer Lee Hoiby put the flamboyant master chef on the operatic stage in the delicious one act opera Bon Appétit. Taken from a classic Julia Child television episode (“The French Chef cooking lesson for Gateau au Chocolat L’Eminence Brune”), Child teaches the makings of a classic French chocolate cake as only she can. Bon Appétit is a one act comic opera by Hoiby with libretto by Mark Shulgasser and Julia Child performed in English. 7:30 p.m. Following the performance, chocolate cake and coffee will be served. Tickets $25. Moody Blues
The Mahaffey Theatre March 17 Rock legends The Moody Blues consisting of guitarist/vocalist Justin Hayward, bassist/vocalist John Lodge and drummer Graeme Edge are one of the most important rock acts to ever come out of the U.K. Their incredible roster of hits includes: “Nights In White Satin,” “Tuesday Afternoon,” “Ride My See Saw,” “The Story In Your Eyes,” “Isn’t Life Strange,” “Question,” “I’m Just A Singer (In A Rock And Roll Band),” “Your Wildest Dreams,” and “I Know You’re Out There Some-
nated for five Grammy® Awards including Song of the Year, Best R&B Performance and Best Urban Contemporary Album. Miguel’s ubiquitous single, “Adorn,” recently reached
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mic Radio. 7:30 p.m. Tickets $45.25-
As part of its free Munchtime Musicales series, the Sarasota Concert Association presents Studio Artists from the Sarasota Opera, emerging artists who cover principal and supporting roles with the Sarasota Opera and often go on to successful careers with opera companies around the world. The concert takes place at 12:00 p.m. Free.
The Lakeland Center March 21 Van Wezel Hall March 24 Including The 3rd Battalion, The Royal Regiments of Scotland and The Band of the Scots Guards. The Scots Guards were originally formed in 1642 by King Charles and have performed to the delight of international audiences for more than three centuries. The Band of today numbers over 40 players, all of which are among the finest instrumentalists to be found in the British services. Stationed in London, their daily duties include the daily Guard Mounting at Buckingham Palace. Since World War II, the Pipes have often exchanged their instruments for rifles or machine guns in combat. Tim Ainslie, who served as a piper with the 2nd Battalion during World War II, expressed it best, “Wherever the pipes are, the sound of the Scotland is close at hand”. Lakeland Center parking $7, tickets range from range from $40-$65. Van Wezel, tickets $10-$55. Alicia Keys “Set The World On Fire’ Tour”
Tampa Bay Times Forum March 23 Alicia Keys, a 14-time Grammy®winning singer, songwriter and producer, announced her upcoming 24-city North American tour in support of her new album Girl on Fire. Joining Keys on tour is rising R&B star Miguel who was recently nomi-
$100.25. Midtown Men
Ruth Eckerd Hall March 30 It’s a one-of-a-kind concert experience! After more than 1,000 performances on Broadway as the original Jersey Boys, Christian Hoff, Michael Longoria, Daniel Reichard and J. Robert Spencer are now The Midtown Men, celebrating the music that defined the 1960s, including hits of The Beatles, The Beach Boys, The Jackson Five, The Mamas and The Papas and, of course, the Four Seasons. 2:00 p.m. Tickets $35-$45.
VENUE ADDRESSES AND CONTACT INFORMATION The American Stage Theater — 163 3rd Street North, St. Petersburg, FL 33701. Telephone: (727) 823-7529. www.americanstage.org The Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center — 709 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236. Telephone: 1(866) 508-0611. The Historic Capitol Theatre 405 Cleveland Street Clearwater, FL 33755 Telephone: (727) 791-7400. www.rutheckerdhall.com The Lakeland Center — 701 W. Lime St. Lakeland, FL 33815. Telephone: (863) 834-8100 www.thelakelandcenter.com The Mahaffey Theater — 400 1st. St. South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701. Telephone: (727) 892-5798. www.themahaffey.com Ruth Eckerd Hall — 1111 McMullen Booth Rd. Clearwater, FL 33759. Telephone: (727) 791-7400. www.rutheckerdhall.com The Players Theatre 838 North Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34236 Telephone: (941) 365-2494 www.theplayers.org The Straz Center — 1010 North Macinnes Place, Tampa, FL 33602. Telephone: (813) 229-7827. www.strazcenter.org The Tampa Bay Times Forum — 401 Channelside Dr. Tampa, FL 33602. Telephone: (813) 301-6500. www.tampabaytimesforum.com The Tarpon Springs Performing Art Center — 324 Pine Street Tarpon Springs, FL. 34688 Telephone: (727) 942-5605. www.tarponarts.org Van Wezel Hall — 777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. FL 34236. Telephone: (941) 955-7676. www.vanwezel.org
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