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local 22 Spotlight on Neighbors: Kevin & Ann Shortelle

28 Opening New Doors: UF Health

Shands Children’s Hospital Unveils the Sebastian Ferrero Atrium

33 Phoenix Fox Foundation Takes Flight

life 37 2014 Gift Guide

49 DIY Danna: Gorgeous Gifting

54 Going the Distance –

Olympic Gold Medalist Christian Taylor

taste 60 Fun and Delicious Uses for Fresh Cranberries

63 Sweet and Savory Waffles

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wellness 66 Happiness: Choice or Consequence

70 Putting the Happy back into the Holidays

72 explore 72 Must See Holiday Festivals 76 5 Places to Ring in the New Year

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16 Haile Village Center Directory 20 Market Square Directory 44 Real Estate Market Watch 46 Community Map 80 Events Calendar 85 Snapshots 89 Register of Advertisers 90 From the Kitchen of Dean Cacciatore

ON THE COVER Gator Great and Olympic Gold Medalist Christian Taylor. Photography by ryaphotos. Styled by Andrea Love-Leonor.

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he perfect new-age toy for my nephew, a new book series for my mom, the latest and greatest electronic for my fiancé, and the list goes on. Every year when I start drafting my Christmas list I feel less creative than the year before and the number of people on the list continues to grow. Typically this results in my putting off holiday shopping until the very last minute, which in-turn increases my level of stress and decreases my holiday cheer. This year, I’m vowing to do things differently. In this issue you’ll find a holiday gift guide (p.37) and unique gift-wrapping ideas to help with your creativity (p.49), a guide to holiday festivals to keep up the holiday cheer (p. 72), and advice on keeping your holiday-related stress in check (p.70). This season, and in all seasons of life, I encourage you to stride toward surrounding yourself with people who make you happy, encourage you, lift your spirits and make you smile. Speaking of such people, cue our cover story – Olympic gold medalist and Gator Great, Christian Taylor (p. 54). Taylor runs and jumps us through a day in his life, and shares what Gainesville means to him. With his down-to-earth vibe and a smile that practically reaches out and hugs you, he seems more like an old friend you’d shoot the breeze with than a worldrenowned track athlete diligently training for Rio 2016. With the close of 2014 upon us, take time to spend with family and friends, savor the change in seasons, relax, enjoy the company around you and take in this special time of year. And as you’re working on this year’s gift list, just remember, it is the thought that counts.

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FITNESS Sweat Life Fitness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 692-4926

PHARMACY Publix Pharmacy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331-1086

SHOPPING Haile Jewelry & Loans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333-1905 Haile Kitchen & Bath. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 745-3456

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eople who are committed to one another are as strong as the challenges they can face and overcome together. By that criterion in their nearly thirty-year marriage, Kevin and Ann Shortelle have withstood the test of time. Both are professionals, parents, and cancer survivors who are contributing to their community in a number of meaningful ways. Kevin was born in Connecticut and Ann in Michigan. They met in 1983 as graduate students at the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana where Kevin was working on his Masters in Electrical Engineering, and Ann was well into her PhD program in Limnology/Water Resources. Married in July 1985, they worked for a few years in Boston before moving to Gainesville and buying a house in Haile Plantation in 1988. Kevin recalled, “We’ve been here so long, we feel like natives. Especially since Haile was just in its infancy in the late 1980s. It’s been great to see how it’s grown into the stellar community it is today.” The opportunity that brought the Shortelles to north central Florida was a job for Kevin at Systems Dynamics, an aviation/aerospace company specializing in the design of navigation systems for aircraft, including drone development. Kevin is manager of the Integrated Systems Group with the Alabama-headquartered firm. Clients include the Department of Defense and Eglin Air Force Base in Fort Walton Beach. He noted, “I’ve been fortunate to work with a small group of talented, dedicated engineers here, one of whom has been my co-worker for over thirty years. That’s quite unusual in today’s business world.” Ann’s career in environmental sciences, specializing in fresh water systems, took the path of consulting for a local environmental engineering firm in Gainesville for a number of years. More recently, she transitioned into the public sector, working as director of the Office of Water Policy for the Florida Department of Environmental Protection between 2011 and 2012. She is now the executive director at Suwannee River Water Management District. Among its main functions is to issue environmental and water use permits to utilities, agricultural concerns, and various industries, protect and restore water resources, and provide flood control. TheVillageJournal.com | 23 23

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Ann commented, “Our district spans fifteen counties in northern Florida. The Suwannee is one of the least impacted, most pristine river systems in the U.S. I do some bean counting in my position, but the part I enjoy most is interfacing with people out on the river in a canoe, looking after our water resources—what we’re protecting. We’re responsible to our taxpayers, stakeholders, and preserving for the people of Florida this amazing resource.” The Shortelles are also the proud parents of two daughters, Janet, 25, and Jennifer, 23, both of whom are in graduate programs. Janet, an RN, is at Duke University working on her nurse

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practitioner’s degree, while Jennifer is at Drexel University in Philadelphia working on a master’s in marriage and family therapy. As Kevin noted, “Our daughters are very independent young women who’ve spread their wings. Having grown up in Florida, they love the beach, but we’re not counting on them returning here after their education. We think they’ll go where their careers and lives lead them.” For Kevin, life took an unexpected turn in 1993 when he was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. After undergoing surgery, radiation and chemotherapy treatment, Kevin gradually regained his health and resumed his highenergy lifestyle of regular gym workouts, professional achievements and giving back to the community as a volunteer with the American Cancer Society (ACS). A 2005 graduate of the ACS Volunteer Leadership Institute, Kevin has been active on the state and local ACS board of directors, helped produce annual Relay for Life fundraisers, and is now heavily involved in advocacy work. He noted, “Some colleagues and I will soon be making a trip to Washington, D.C. to advocate on behalf of some healthcare

LOCAL legislation. Ann and I are also working on the ‘Making Strides Against Breast Cancer’ threemile fundraising walk on October 25 here in Gainesville. It starts at the Hippodrome and winds its way through the Duck Pond area to conclude back at the theater.” Ann is on the planning committee for this event and has stepped up her own volunteer activities for the ACS, having survived her own bout with breast cancer last year. Another passion Ann and Kevin share is Notre Dame football. Kevin said, “Every fall we make the trip up to South Bend to root for our team. This year we’re going to see the University of Louisville game in late November.” Ann added, “To see how far we’ve gone with this, two years ago we traveled all the way to Dublin, Ireland to see the Notre Dame/US Naval Academy teams play – and the Fighting Irish won!”

lay reader and serves as Grand Knight of the parish’s Knights of Columbus council. Ann conducts religious instruction education classes and is a Eucharistic minister. She said, “It’s a very welcoming and generous congregation, and we’re so fortunate to be part of it.” When they aren’t visiting their daughters at their respective universities, Kevin and Ann like to spend vacation time exploring national parks. Kevin elaborated, “We especially like to visit the ones out West like Glacier, Yellowstone and the Olympic range, but we’ve also been to Acadia in Maine. One of our dream retirement activities is perhaps to work as summer volunteers in one of the national parks. It would provide a change of venue from the summer heat and give us opportunities to meet interesting people.” Since like attracts like, that shouldn’t be a problem for Kevin and Ann Shortelle.

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UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital Unveils the Sebastian Ferrero Atrium By Kelsey Frost | Footstone Photography

s a result of the Gainesville community’s passion and support of a shared vision to transform pediatric healthcare, UF Health unveiled the Sebastian Ferrero Atrium at UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital on Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2014. The ribbon cutting ceremony included remarks from Senior Vice President for Health Affairs, University of Florida (UF), and president of UF Health Dr. Guzick, UF Health Shands interim CEO Ed Jimenez, Department of Pediatric Chair Scott Rivkees, Tom Mitchell,

2007 Sebastian Ferrero Foundation was founded to promote the highest quality pediatric care and create a dedicated children’s hospital in Gainesville, Florida.

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2010 The Sebastian Ferrero Foundation partnered with UF Health to determine the characteristics and scale a Children’s Hospital would require.

UF Vice President for Development and Alumni Affairs and Sebastian Ferrero Foundation Founders Horst and Luisa Ferrero following the unveiling of the donor recognition wall in honor of Sebastian Ferrero. The Sebastian Ferrero Atrium and hospital exterior were designed by the architecture firm Ponikvar and Associates Inc. and built by Ajax Construction Inc. The new entrance to the Children’s Hospital has a colorful exterior, and the entrance features world-renowned artist

2011 This yielded a shared vision for UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital. UF basketball Head Coach Billy Donovan won ESPN Infinity Coaches’ Charity Challenge and $100,000 for the foundation.

New pediatric ER at UF Health Children's Hospital opens.

Sebastian Ferrero Office of Clinical Quality and Patient Safety established at UF Health .

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Romero Britto’s “Tomorrow” sculpture, created in honor of the Sebastian Ferrero Foundation, which welcomes children and families into the Atrium. The walls of the Sebastian Ferrero Atrium are decorated with vibrant art that leads you further into the atrium, toward the donor recognition wall, play areas for children and an interactive screen for children to enjoy. The completion of the Sebastian Ferrero Atrium is a realization of a shared goal for the community, the Sebastian Ferrero Foundation and UF Health. Construction on the $11 million project began in April 2013, and this phase marks the halfway point for planned projects. Dr. Guzick stated, “We share a common vision with the Sebastian Ferrero Foundation – a vision of UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital as a destination of hope for the pediatric patients from our community, the state and the Southeast.”

2012 UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital announced plans for a new entry pavilion and Sebastian Ferrero Atrium.

2013 Sixth annual Noche de Gala raised a record amount in support of the Foundation, with a $1 million donation made by the Pritchett family in memory of Marvin Pritchett and a $1 million pledge from The Brink Foundation.

The completion of the Sebastian Ferrero Atrium is a realization of a shared goal for the community.

2014 Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit opened at UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital.

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Currently, UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital is the only children’s hospital in north central Florida and treated more than 7,000 children throughout 2013. All completed renovations on the project include the pediatric emergency room, cancer unit, intensive care unit and congenital heart center.

We thank UF Health and our supporters for their dedication as we unveil the opening of the Sebastian Ferrero Atrium,” said founders Horst and Luisa Ferrero. “We hope you will continue on this journey to continue to advocate and support on-going advancements in pediatric research, facilities and patient safety.”

Horst and Luisa Ferrero, founders of the Sebastian Ferrero Foundation, hoped the Foundation would serve as a catalyst for positive change in pediatric medical care. Seven years ago, the Ferreros lost their happy and healthy three-year-old son, Sebastian, to a series of presentable medical errors.

Upcoming phases for the UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital project include renovations the neonatal intensive care units and upgrades to the two pediatric medical/surgical units.

“As Sebastian’s parents, we are so proud of what is happening today; it is what we set out to accomplish in our son’s memory for the greater benefit of all children and their families.

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he last time we visited with George and Gina Fox and their son, Phoenix, in 2011, the family was poised to embark on an experimental gene therapy treatment at UF that would hopefully improve his respiratory function. Phoenix is now 12 years old and has lived with Pompe Disease, a form of muscular dystrophy caused by an incorrect or missing enzyme called acid alpha glucosidase, his entire life. Pompe Disease affects nearly every muscle in the body, meaning Phoenix’s mobility and respiratory functions have been severely compromised by the disease. Thanks to the help of Dr. Barry Byrne, a pediatric cardiologist at UF, the Fox’s have been able to improve Phoenix’s quality of life. As a family, and now as a non-profit, The Phoenix Fox Foundation, they support one of the leading doctors in gene therapy research toward

finding progressive and alternative ways to treat the disease. During the most robust period following Phoenix’s gene therapy in 2011, which consisted of injecting genes into his diaphragm via non disease-causing viruses, he was able to breathe on his own for nearly three uninterrupted hours. Most Pompe patients can’t stay off a ventilator for more than a few minutes, if at all, so the initial signs of progress were extremely encouraging to the Fox family. “Breathing independently helps a lot for patients and families for mobility and taking a bath and things you wouldn’t normally think about being a problem when you can breathe on your own,” George Fox said. “You don’t have to worry so much about something happening to him during normal, everyday tasks.” TheVillageJournal.com | 33 33

L OC A L Though Phoenix’s respiratory function has regressed some since the most fruitful portion of his treatment, Fox said it’s still nice to see the positives. “That’s all part of the process,” he said. “There are minimal gains and minimal losses. A lot of disabled kids are in special facilities or they’re in bed. I have a golf cart with a special chair so I can take him to the golf course in Haile Plantation and into nature. He can see hawks and turtles and snakes. I try to get him out into the world and every time we see something different.” At home, Phoenix surfs the Internet just like any other child with a special mouse designed for him by his father. When he’s lying down he uses a special head tracker which moves the cursor to use the computer.

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Through it, he can type and vocalize with his parents. He participates in home schooling. Aside from his disease, he’s just like any normal 12-year-old boy, but in order for his life to improve, and the lives of other Pompe disease patients to improve, the science of gene therapy must progress. George Fox is doing everything in his power to help raise money to fund Dr. Byrne’s research, so the delivery methods and effectiveness of gene replacement can reach new heights. “Phoenix is alive today because of research done in the past,” Fox said. “There are families and kids that weren’t so lucky, that just missed the boat on breakthrough treatments. I feel like it’s my job to keep the process going; to not stop running when I’m handed the baton so the next generation has the next form of treatment, whatever it may be.”

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According to the Phoenix Fox Foundation mission statement, “The Innovators of yesterday make our today possible.” To the Fox’s, the foundation represents their token of gratitude, but more importantly it represents their passion for rare disease research. The Phoenix Fox Foundation is just getting off the ground, and to this point a lot of the fundraising has come in small chunks. Though the foundation is small now, with only three officers, the hope is for it to grow as more dollars and awareness are raised.

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Fox plans to use standard fundraising practices for the near future. In November, the foundation plans to host a golf tournament called the Phoenix Fox Caddyshack Classic. It will be geared toward making golf fun for the average golfer, and hopefully bring more appeal to the standard scramble-format golf tournament, Fox said. The foundation is also going to set up a charity run near the Tioga Town Center, where Gina Fox runs a women’s retail boutique called Down To Earth. A portion of her sales already benefit Pompe research. “There’s a lot of stuff coming down the pipeline with gene therapy research,” Fox said. “Every component of the research needs to be funded from the ground up. We can develop different mechanisms of injecting the gene therapy to address the nervous system directly. We can see if there are different ways of treating the disease as a whole. We can advance the science.” Fox believes that gene therapy is the future of medicine, and he can’t wait to see it unfold. He is fully committed to telling anyone who will listen about Pompe Disease; about his family’s experience and about how the Gainesville medical community is at the precipice of medical breakthroughs. Fox is doing the grassroots legwork so scientists can spend their time doing what they do best instead of soliciting grants from private drug companies and other associations. He is the voice his son doesn’t have.

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MARKET WATCH The Links | SW 52nd Avenue Year Built Sq Foot Bedroom/Bath

Chickasaw Way | SW 51st Lane Sold Price

1998 1,250 2/2 $115,000

Year Built Sq Foot Bedroom/Bath

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1997 1,911 3/2.5 $239,000

Plantation Villas | SW 97th Way

Amelia Gardens | SW 45th Lane

Year Built Sq Foot Bedroom/Bath

Sold Price

1995 1,400 2/2.5 $123,000

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1997 2,117 3/2.5 $248,000

Evans Hollow | SW 88th Court

Lenox Gardens | SW 37th Road

Year Built Sq Foot Bedroom/Bath

Sold Price

1985 2,334 3/2 $135,000

1999 2,246 3/2.5 $275,000

Laurel Park | SW 83rd Terrace

Katelyn Lane | SW 98th Drive

Year Built Sq Foot Bedroom/Bath

Sold Price

1984 1,354 3/2 $155,000

2001 2,202 4/2.5 $277,000

Camden Court | SW 88th Terrace

Chickasaw Way | SW 103rd Drive

Year Built Sq Foot Bedroom/Bath

Sold Price

1993 1,428 2/2 $157,900

2000

Indigo Square | SW 94th Street

Retreat Place | SW 91st Terrace

Year Built Sq Foot Bedroom/Bath

1990 1,135

Sold Price

2/2 $160,000

2,434 3/2 $277,900

Hampstead Park | SW 98th Boulevard

Market Square | SW 87 Way

Year Built Sq Foot Bedroom/Bath

Sold Price

2005 2,320 4/3 $295,000

Sold Price

1999 1,623 3/2 $191,500

2014 2,053 3/2 $305,000

Haile Village Center | SW 91st Drive

Market Square | SW 25th Road

Year Built Sq Foot Bedroom/Bath

2000 1,616

Sold Price

2/2.5 $220,000

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2014 2,074 3/2 $335,095

Victoria Circle | SW 29th Lane

The Preserve | SW 45th Boulevard

Year Built Sq Foot Bedroom/Bath

2004 1,805

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3/2 $220,000

Lexington Farms | SW 56th Lane

Colson Corner | SW 91st Drive

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1989 2,544 4/2.5 $338,000

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2003 2,423 4/3 $355,500

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Sable Pointe | SW 34th Lane

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1998 2,556 5/3.5 $397,000

2000 3,183

Spalding Place | SW 50th Road

Millington | SW 86th Street

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1993 2,648 4/3 $410,000 Preston Wood | SW 31st Place Year Built Sq Foot Bedroom/Bath

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4/3 $459,900

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2005 3,314 4/2.5 $500,000 India Station | SW 47 Lane

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2003 2,825 4/3.5 $425,000

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1994 3,731

Haile Village Center | SW 47th Place

Albury Round | SW 40th Lane

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4/4 $580,000

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2002 2,994 4/3.5 $430,000

1997 3,528 4/3.5 $614,900

Haile Village Center | SW 91st Drive

Millington | SW 87th Drive

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2007 3,967 5/4 $452,500

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2005 3,720 3/3.5 $720,000

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tart simple. Begin by wrapping a cluster of presents with plain brown craft paper, and then add on layers of details using color, texture and warmth with fabric, paper, tape or ribbon. I like to keep my color palette simple with a few classic holiday colors. Black, white, red and gold make the holidays feel bright, cheery and chic.

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Using the same neutral base, layer on color by cutting a couple pieces of bright paper slightly smaller than the width of the present. Place one on top of the other in the center of the box and add a fun patterned fabric on top.

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Beginning with a neutral base, add strips of metallic decorative tape to create stripes on the package. Using a long and narrow piece of lace, tie a big bow to finish the gift and add a bit of texture and warmth.

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Starting with a brown craft paper base, cut fabric and lay over the center of the gift, securing it in the back with a small piece of tape. Next, using a metallic decorative tape, lay a strip over the center of the fabric, creating dimension. Top the decorative tape with a shimmery ribbon to complete the look.

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Cover a small box in brown craft paper, then dress it up by adding a bit of lace to mostly cover the brown paper. Finish the look by adding a shimmery gold ribbon to the top. This is a perfect wrapping combination for a small gift such as jewelry or a gift card.

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If Christian Taylor wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t so good at jumping insane distances, he could probably run for public office in the city of Gainesville. His smile is as long as his stride, and he absolutely wishes the best for this town.

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s a national champion triple jumper for the University of Florida (UF) and 2012 Olympic Gold Medalist for the USA, Taylor has traveled the world competing in a sport that he loves, testing his skills against athletes of the highest caliber and seeing places he never dreamed he’d see. But when he hits the ground, if it’s not a pit of sand, he’d prefer it to be Gainesville. Ever since arriving at UF December of 2008 on visits for his track & field scholarship, Taylor said the community felt like home. Now splitting his time between Gainesville and England after the 2012 Olympics, during the summer months Taylor trains at the University of Florida track while also enjoying some time off and getting back to the place that makes him feel most comfortable. “My heart is in Gainesville,” he said. “I like to come back and support the people that have supported me. I want to be an example for what this community and this [UF Track & Field] athletic program produces.” Gainesville spoiled him in a way, he says. The overwhelming support of his school, coaches, teammates and community was something he found absent as a professional jumper. "Jumping is a solitary sport. You compete alone. You train alone. You travel alone. Leaving the comfort of a team environment and a school system was a difficult transition," he said. “In college, I had a few major events a year I had to prepare for. It was my obligation to make sure those events were my best,” Taylor said. “As a pro, if I’m not performing I’m not making any money. There’s a different set of pressure you put on yourself.”

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It wasn’t until the NCAA Nationals of his sophomore year that Taylor realized his prowess in the triple jump event could possibly take him far away from the SEC and to the pinnacle of the sport. After NCAA National Titles in 2010 and 2011 and a win at the 2011 World Championships in South Korea with the tenth best triple jump in history of 17.96 meters, Taylor had officially arrived as one of the most prominent Gator athletes on the planet despite not wearing a helmet or shooting a basketball. The World Championship title would launch his career. There are only a select number of people on Earth that can say they’ve stood tall at the top of an Olympic podium with a gold medal around their neck. Taylor, however, has that unique distinction. Even though he’s arguably the best in the world at the triple jump, his childhood dreams pegged him at the top of the world in an entirely different sport. “My parents are from Barbados, so I grew up playing soccer. My dream was to play for the U.S. Men’s National Team in the World Cup,” he said. “I used to pretend I was taking penalty kicks in the World Cup final.” In high school he eventually gravitated toward the track, and found his true calling, which his parents cultivated with their full support. “I’ve been so fortunate. You hear stories of parents never being there, and that certainly wasn’t the case with me,” he said. While Taylor enjoys his time in Gainesville, he’s got the 2016 Olympics in Brazil on his mind. This will be the first time in his career that he’ll enter the games as a defender and not a challenger. With the target placed squarely on his back, training over the next two years is

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a top priority. He will also be training to get a spot on the US 4x400 meter relay team. It’s an event he’s never run in Olympic competition, but one he has had success with in the past at the high school and collegiate level. From Gainesville, he’s also cheering on his girlfriend Kelly Murphy, a former member of the UF Women’s Volleyball team and current member of the US Women’s team, as she travels the world pursuing her own athletic endeavors. “It’s hard doing long distance, but I’m her number one fan,” Taylor said. “We both love Gainesville and we’d both love to be home, but we’re meeting in Milan next month. Not too many couples can say they get to go on dates all over the world.” Travel is a part of the job description, but Taylor makes a special effort to book an extra day into his itinerary either before or after competition to make sure he is making the most of his cultural opportunities. He’s at ease mentally when he’s out and about sight-seeing, talking to locals and being a self-described “social butterfly.” “Some people they stay in their hotel room to try and focus and that’s their routine,” Taylor said. “That’s not me. Being able to actually visit all the places I go is a big deal to me. I know it sounds cliché but I feel like it would be a huge waste not to experience the world while I can. That’s how I stay relaxed.” Amidst all the travel, the competition, juggling a relationship and preparing for the 2016 Olympics, Taylor still finds time for Gainesville. “I take a lot of pride in UF and Gainesville. If you look at all the Gator athletes competing around the world it’s almost as if UF was a country,” he said. “I love what we have here and hopefully others will get a glimpse of that, too.”

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Fun and Delicious Uses for

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Cranberries By Frankie Harvey

ranberry season is upon us once again, and over the past month I've been creating recipes that feature the cranberry. Nothing replaces that fresh tartness, but dried cranberries always work in a pinch â&#x20AC;&#x201C; I use them throughout the year in a variety of dishes. While there are cranberry "standards," such as Cranberry Relish, I have a few new recipes and ideas to get your creative cranberry juices flowing for the holidays!

FAST FACTS Season:

Fresh cranberries are available from October through December.

What to look for:

Look for bright-colored, firm cranberries, located in the produce section. Avoid bags that have brown or shriveled berries at the bottom.

How to Store:

Cranberries keep in the original packaging for up to two weeks in the refrigerator, or up to one year in the freezer.

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Rinse and discard any discolored or soft berries; if frozen, there's no need to thaw before use. Find recipes for these great cranberry concoctions and more ideas on TheVillageJournal.com. Asterisk designates original recipe by Frankie Harvey.

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*Cranberry Beaujolais Sangria

Freshly Juiced Cranberries

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Cranberry-Maple Syrup

Pan-Seared Salmon with Cranberries, Peas & Rosemary with Bourbon Sauce

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Holiday Cranberry Biscotti

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Cranberry Coconut Ice Cream with Cinnamon Scented Candied Pecans

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ccording to Wikipedia, a waffle is a leavened batter or dough cooked between two plates, patterned to give a characteristic size, shape and surface impression. But for those of us intimately familiar with the waffle, we know that the above description does not do it justice. Waffles are comfort food. They make anyone feel like a big kid, and are versatile as a snack or a meal. Whatever the description or accompaniments we have for a waffle, it is always a treat when you get to enjoy one whether it’s savory or sweet.

Almond Butterscotch Waffle Serves approx. 10

• 2 cups self-rising flour • ½ cup sugar • 1 ½ cups whole milk • 3 eggs, separated (use two whole eggs and just the white from the third egg)

• 1 cup melted salted butter • 1 TBSP vanilla extract • Bluebell vanilla ice cream • 2 TBSP toasted almond slice

• 1 TBSP white chocolate morsels per waffle (optional)

• 1 TBSP butterscotch morsels per waffle (optional)

• Caramel (optional) • Dulce de leche (optional) INSTRUCTIONS 1. If eggs are refrigerated, make sure you take them out beforehand, it is best for them to be at room temperature. 2. Mix flour and sugar in a large mixing bowl with a hand whisk. 3. In another bowl, lightly beat egg yolks. Add whole milk, melted butter and vanilla. Mix well. Stir into dry ingredients until fully combined. Beat egg whites until stiff, then fold into batter. 4. Bake in a preheated waffle iron according to manufacturer's directions. Spray with PAM if needed. 5. Top with two large scoops of Bluebell ice cream. 6. Optional: Garnish with toasted almond slices, butterscotch morsels, white chocolate morsels, and drizzle with caramel or dulce de leche.

per waffle (optional)

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Wild Rice Waffle with Creamy Chicken Curry

• 1 cup melted salted butter • 1 TBSP vanilla extract • ¼ cup cooked wild rice

OMAR’S EASY CREAMY CHICKEN CURRY • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts • ¼ cup virgin olive oil • ½ cup diced carrots • ½ cup diced yellow onions • ½ tsp salt to taste • ¼ tsp black pepper to taste • 1 tsp garlic powder • 1 tsp Italian herbs • 2 tsp yellow curry powder • ¼ cup water • ¼ cup heavy cream • Fresh parsley leaves for garnish • 100% maple syrup

INSTRUCTIONS

WILD RICE WAFFLE Serving approx. 10

• 2 cups self-rising flour • ½ cup sugar • 1 ½ cup whole milk • 3 eggs, separated (use two whole eggs and just the white from the third egg)

1. If eggs are refrigerated, take them out before hand, as it is best for them to be at room temperature. 2. Mix flour and sugar in a large mixing bowl with a hand whisk. In another bowl, lightly beat egg yolks. Add whole milk, melted butter and vanilla; mix well. Stir into dry ingredients until fully combined. Beat egg whites until stiff; fold into batter. 3. Bake in a preheated waffle iron according to manufacturer's directions, spray with nonstick spray if needed. 4. Sprinkle ¼ cup of cooked wild rice on each waffle as you make them.

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1. Season chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, Italian herbs, and yellow curry powder. Let the meat rest for about 20 minutes to absorb the spices. 2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add seasoned chicken breast, and cook for about 3 minutes on each side. 3. Add diced carrots and onions, and sauté until lightly browned. 4. Deglaze the pan with heavy cream, constantly stirring. 5. Add water and bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes. 6. Garnish with fresh parsley leaves. Serve on the side of a Wild Rice Waffle and 100% maple syrup.

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Happiness: Choice or Consequence? ———

Resetting your brain’s pathway to happiness By Helen Kornblum

hen you get up tomorrow morning, ask yourself how you want to feel for the rest of the day. Does the answer seem obvious? The question is meant to remind you that you have a choice. In his day, Abraham Lincoln anticipated this thought when he quipped that “Most folks are as happy as they make up their minds to be.” In the past 20 years, Lincoln’s amiable folk wisdom has been proved true by researchers in the fields of neuroscience and positive psychology.

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W ELLNESS Most of us think of happiness as a consequence of some long desired achievement. “I’ll be happy when I get a good job.” “I’ll be happy when I buy my own home.” “I’ll be happy when I lose 25 pounds.” We see happiness as an outcome of action taken or perhaps just luck. Researcher and writer Shawn Achor* has turned this reasoning inside-out. He says that happiness is the precursor to, rather than the result of success. Learning to be happy increases the likelihood of achieving personal and professional goals. While we don’t share a universal definition of happiness, we exhibit the condition through the expression of positive emotions that create pleasure, engagement, and meaning.

Can we learn to be happy? We all started out happy as babies in a wondrous world of new experiences that we faced without biases or fears. In the process of growing up, we were influenced by people and events that gradually filtered our view of reality. As adults we have a habitual default lens through which we view the world. If that lens is always focused on negative, pessimistic thoughts, we’re missing opportunities to develop a more resilient, productive mindset.

If you smile when no one else is around, you really mean it. — Andy Rooney

You may need to call on your mental defense attorney if there’s a negative tape that plays in your head whenever you’re approaching the outer limit of your comfort zone. Reflect on past successes, double down on your preparation, which may include taking a class or seeking a mentor to polish a needed skill. Visualize yourself succeeding in a challenge—a time-honored technique among athletes. If your thoughts originate in a negative mindset, don’t believe them; sometimes you cannot trust your brain.

The brain doesn’t have a reset button to take us back to an earlier stage of life, but it does have the capacity to change in response to our thoughts and behavior. We can create new neural pathways to happiness by taking mindful detours away from old, damaging habits.

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Maybe it’s time to reread the children’s book, The Little Engine That Could. The little engine had the right idea: she believed in herself; she knew her strengths; she had a clear goal. She also had a realistic understanding of what she faced. Most important, she primed her brain with positive thoughts. You’re on a fast track to happiness when you know your strengths and use them to support your values. A person dedicated to ecological causes will feel comfortable working for a company known for its anti-pollution policies. Congruence between what you believe and do contributes to happiness. TheVillageJournal.com | 67 67

WE L L N E SS Reframing how you see reality is also effective for increasing self-awareness. Are you sure you have the most boring job in the world, or are there parts of it you enjoy? Examine the tasks you don’t like and look for a different way to do them or link them to a more meaningful outcome. A customer representative in the Department of Motor Vehicles told me that she keeps a photo of her smiling grandson on her desk as a reminder of her commitment to her family. The emotional connection makes her happy, diminishes many irritations of her job, and encourages her to smile at customers. Start the shift to the happiness mindset with a small action that suits your personality. Do what makes you feel happy: sing, call a friend, play with a pet, meditate, think about an exciting event on your calendar. Give one sincere compliment every day to a friend or even to a stranger that enables them, if only momentarily, to see the world with a rosy glow.

life. You will change your brain’s programming to make happiness an antidote to stress and anxiety. Happiness invites success into your life. You don’t have to wait anymore! *Shawn Achor, The Happiness Advantage, © 2010

Identify and gradually remove the self-imposed boundaries around your expectations for your

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PUTTING THE

Happy BACK INTO HOLIDAYS By Dr. Mary B. Smith

f last year you thought, “I need a vacation!” to recover from the stress of the holidays then this is the time to make plans and take some steps to transform the memories of last year’s stress-filled holiday season into peaceful new memories of meaningful moments for you and your family.

Here are some steps: 1. Preempt stress. If memories of the holidays leave you feeling sad, angry, stressed or frustrated, take a little time to reflect on what, specifically, leaves you feeling this way. Once you’ve identified the stressors you will be in a better position to do things differently and face stressors on your own terms. Your plans might include minimizing your exposure to stressful situations or people and reaching out for support.

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W ELLNESS 2. Create meaning. If you don’t already have family traditions the holidays are a great time to start. If you do have traditions, it’s okay to let go of the traditions that have lost their meaning and add new ones that are a better fit for your family. By planning rituals and creating traditions you give your children comfort and a sense of belonging. Being intentional about how you celebrate creates meaningful memories for your family. 3. Limit commitments. It’s okay to be selective. When you are deciding how to spend your time and money consider changing ‘I should…’ and ‘I must…’ to ‘I could…’ This creates an opportunity to choose and having a choice is empowering. It can ease the stress or resentment you may experience when you think you have no choice. Plus, it gives you an opportunity to discern and consider options like simplifying, modifying, cutting back or just saying ‘No,’ and this can create more time for you. 4. Schedule. Record individual and family commitments on a bulletin board or calendar and update as needed. Remember to include some unstructured time, time to relax and exercise, and time for family rituals. 5. Change your mind. If the thought of tackling your to-do list leaves you feeling overwhelmed, adjust your view. Changing the way you think changes the way you feel. One way to change your frame of mind is to remind yourself of times in the past that you overcame challenges and that you can succeed again with some planning and a little perseverance. Another strategy is to focus on positive aspects of the situation. Instead of dreading how much time it will take to clean and decorate the house, think about how much you appreciate having a tidy home or how much you enjoy creating a beautiful space for your family and friends to gather to celebrate the holidays. Instead of focusing on how overwhelmed you are when you think about tackling the holiday cards you might consider how grateful you feel to have friends and family to send holiday greetings to. By changing

the way you are thinking, you transform a previously dreaded experience into something less stressful and much more pleasant. 6. Say Hoorah! When you complete one of your to-do list items take a moment and give yourself a ‘pat on the back.’ It feels better and it’s more motivating to hear a little ‘Yeah for me!’ in your mind instead of another reminder of how much you have left to do. Don’t forget to give a few ‘shout outs’ of appreciation and encouragement to your partner and children. 7. Take care. Your body will be in a better position to ward off inevitable stress and recover from its impact if you keep up or begin a daily routine practice of healthy habits. This may also be a good time to talk to your children and reinforce the importance of self-care and to remind yourself that you are modeling good (or bad) habits for them, like getting enough sleep, eating a healthy diet, exercising, connecting with friends and loved ones, and having some ‘down time.’ 8. Stick to the routine. During the holidays or any stress-filled time, keep your family ‘on schedule’ by observing your normal routines and rituals around mealtimes and bedtimes as much as possible. This gives children a greater sense of security, minimizing their stress and yours too. 9. When you do become stressed here are a few strategies to use to alleviate or reduce the impact of stress: • Remember to breathe—take long, slow, deep breaths. • When your mind is racing and you are feeling overwhelmed shift your focus to the present moment—notice and focus on what you hear, or taste, or see, or feel—right now, in the present moment. • Connect with others, ask for and accept support, give and receive hugs. • Stretch, go for walks, do something physical. With a little planning and some effort you can take steps to intentionally change your future memories of this year’s holiday season into ones that are filled with peace and more meaning.

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Must See

Holiday Festivals By Lynna Lawrence Haile Village Center

Haile Village Center's Light the Village Night

The Haile Village Center’s Light the Village Night The Haile Village Center invites children and adults to gather for an evening of holiday cheer at Light the Village Night. View the lighting of the tree amidst caroling, live music and tasty cuisine. The center offers train and horse-drawn carriage rides, bounce houses and photos with Santa. Full events kick off Dec. 5 at 5 p.m. and last until 9 p.m. Admission is free.

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Farm. Step back in time on their old-fashioned, 1800s train – one of only few like it in the world. After your journey, sit back, relax and enjoy classic Christmas movies under a starlit country sky. The farm will also feature an antique car ride, carousel, hayride and a spin on the Monster Bus. The Christmas Express will be accepting passengers from Santa’s “nice list” on select nights in November and December. Mr. Kirby recommends planning a two to three hour visit and booking your tickets during advance registration, open in November, to ensure your spot on the train. The farm is located in Williston, Florida, about 20 minutes from Interstate 75. The event lasts from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., with the first train departing at 6:30 p.m. Admission is $10.

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NFRMC Annual Pond Lighting

North Florida Regional Medical Center Annual Pond Lighting

Tioga Town Center

3… 2… 1… Lights on! Count down to the start of the holiday season in Gainesville with the North Florida Regional Medical Center Annual Pond Lighting. A few thousand people gather to usher in the celebration, which grows bigger each year. Watch the lights sparkle on the pond as you take in the cheerful local performances, holiday decorations, and even a visit from Mr. and Mrs. Claus! The 25th annual lighting takes place at the medical center’s Duck Pond on Dec. 5 at 5:30 p.m. Admission is free.

Tioga Town Center's Winter Holiday Concert

Tioga Town Center’s Winter Holiday Concert Tioga Town Center’s annual Winter Holiday Concert is sure to have you humming your Christmas favorites with the area’s little voices. The event showcases the local ensembles of the Meadowbrook Elementary School Chorus and the Kimball Wiles Wildcats Chorus. The concert is located at The Square at Tioga Town Center on Dec. 16 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Admission is free.

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Light Up Ocala!

Out-of-town Events

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St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights

St. Augustine's Nights of Lights

Nights of Lights is well worth the drive to Florida’s historic east coast. The nation’s oldest city offers something for everyone: a dreamlike Christmas wonderland for the kids, a romantic holiday getaway for couples and unforgettable sights for all. With millions of white lights covering the city, the St. Augustine area will illuminate on Nov. 22 at 6:30 p.m. and will continue to glow with holiday magic until Jan. 31. Other notable events include the Regatta of Lights, a boat parade on the bayfront held Dec. 13 at 6 p.m. Sailboats, trawlers, shrimp boats and more don holiday decorations for the 74 74 | TheVillageJournal.com

Holidays at The Village of Baytowne Wharf The Village of Baytowne Wharf

Experience an Ocala holiday tradition at Light Up Ocala! The event offers entertainment on three stages for a wide selection of holiday cheer. Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year by saying hello to Christmas characters including Santa, the renowned living-angel-statue actors and real-life reindeer! Then take a spin on the event’s ice rink for some classic winter fun. Kids will love the youth parade from 4:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., a Michaels craft tent and bounce houses. This picturesque winter night culminates in the lighting of the Downtown Square and the town’s huge Christmas tree at 6:30 p.m. Magic 3D glasses transform the tons of glimmering lights into favorite Christmas shapes and characters. The event takes place on Nov. 22 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. in Downtown Ocala. Admission is free.

display between the Bridge of Lions and the Castillo de San Marcos. The regatta is hosted by the St. Augustine Yacht Club. All Nights of Lights events are free and open to the public.

Holidays at The Village of Baytowne Wharf

If you can’t spend the holidays in the North Pole, heading north to the Panhandle’s Village of Baytowne Wharf is the next best thing. Located at the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, the Village offers a unique holiday getaway with events throughout November and December. The 12 Nights of Lights On the 12th day of Christmas, my true love gave to me… a remarkable timed lights show set to the cherished songs of the holidays. The spectacle, located in the Events Plaza, is performed every Friday and Saturday in December until Christmas at 6, 7 and 8 p.m. The show will also be performed during the holidaythemed editions of the Wednesday Night Concert Series at 7 p.m. Admission is free. Sparkling Wine and Holiday Lights This glamorous evening is sure to please your palate while sipping champagne through streets lined with sparkling lights and holiday greenery. Tour Baytowne Wharf in the best way – through sampling featured menu items from select restaurants. In the spirit of the season, attendees will receive a sneak peek of the Village tree lighting and holiday entertainment. The event lasts from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Nov. 15. Tickets are $40 per person. Visit baytownesparklingwinefest. com to purchase tickets.

Holiday Lantern Parade Now in its fifth year, the Holiday Lantern Parade has become part of the Villageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s distinctive holiday flair. Custom paper lanterns made into favorite holiday characters will float through Baytowne Wharf in the enchanting parade, while tubas playing holiday tunes fill the air. Join the spectacle by creating your own paper lantern. The fun starts on Dec. 13 at 6 p.m., joined by special guest Santa Claus at 7 p.m. Admission is free.

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Victorian Christmas in Downtown Thomasville, Ga.

Victorian Christmas in Thomasville

A journey into Christmases of the past awaits those who make the trek to Victorian Christmas in Thomasville, Georgia, located near the Florida-Georgia border. For two nights in December, Thomasville turns back time to the late 1800s when visitors would flock to the historic downtown to spend their holidays in the moderate weather and charm of south Georgia. Stroll the streets filled with carolers in Victorian finery, glimmering storefronts and smells of Christmas goodies. Other attractions include a nativity reenactment, Victorian craft village, live musicians and dancing. Join Thomasville for the 28th Annual Victorian Christmas on Dec. 11 and 12 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Admission to the spectacle is free, select attractions may request additional charge or donation. TheVillageJournal.com | 75

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5 Places to Ring in the New Year By Lynna Lawrence

1. Beach Blast Off City of St. Augustine Beach

St. Augustine Beach

In classic St. Augustine Beach style, watch the huge fireworks show set to music unveil over the water at 8:30 p.m. from the beach pier and pavilion. The event has been voted the Best Free Family-Friendly New Year’s Eve Event in Florida for the past two years! The spectacle lasts from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., with free shuttles and parking provided from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. Admission is free.

2. Starlite New Year’s Eve Cruise Clearwater and St. Petersburg StarLite Cruises

St. Augustine’s Beach Blast Off offers a spicy and icy New Year’s Eve experience. The event is known for its Fire and Ice Chili Cookoff, where local chili connoisseurs compete from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. to qualify for the world championship. Taste a range of topnotch chili dishes and balance the heat by strolling through an array of intricate ice sculptures and live sculpting. Explore more than 30 food vendors, craft and novelty vendors, and a beer and wine tent. A Kids Zone tailored toward the little ones will include 10 inflatables and games. The event also welcomes live performances by Man of Color and The Red River Band.

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Toast to the New Year aboard a luxury yacht sailing through the Tampa Bay. Waterfront views, talented entertainment and dancing make for a magical evening onboard the StarLite Sapphire and StarLite Majesty. Bring your sweetheart for a romantic NYE date, or gather friends and family to ring in 2015 in style. The cruise includes a delectable four-course formal dinner and a premium open bar. After the fine dining experience, indulge in a midnight champagne toast on the glimmering bay.

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The city’s many seaside fireworks celebrations are sure to add to the spectacular sight. Board the Majesty from Clearwater Beach or the Sapphire from South Pasadena at 8 p.m. and set sail from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Tickets cost $140.12 per person, which includes tax and gratuity. Guests ages 10 and up permitted.

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Kid’s New Year’s Eve is a blast for the whole family with celebrations all afternoon and a countdown party in the evening. Explore the park during the day and groove to a live DJ. The finale kicks off at midnight KST (Kids Standard Time), also known as a convenient 7 p.m. Watch the enormous fireworks show through 3D glasses and enjoy the kiddos’ awe-filled faces as the fireworks transform into millions of exploding LEGO bricks! An impressive lighted LEGO brick drop welcomes in the happiest of New Year’s with a countdown. Have the kids in bed in time for the parents’ New Year’s fun, or continue the evening at Winter Haven’s many restaurants and attractions. The park is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Park admission is required.

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4. Ball Drop and Fireworks in the Smokies Gatlinburg Convention and Visitors Bureau

Gatlinburg, Tennessee

The event is located in the heart of Gatlinburg at base of the Space Needle, located on the Parkway at traffic light #8. The celebration begins at 10 p.m. Admission is free.

5. A NOLA New Year’s Eve New Orleans, Louisiana

Tucked into the Great Smoky Mountains, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, offers a true New Year’s Eve getaway. Moments before midnight, the town’s lighted ball drop offers a dramatic Times Square-esque countdown, set with the beautiful mountain backdrop. When the clock strikes midnight, stunning music-coordinated fireworks blast off the town’s 400-foot Space Needle. Live DJ performances and entertainment accompany the upbeat celebration. Experience the festivities all day with New Year’s Eve specials at many of the town’s quaint restaurants, shops and participating tourist attractions. Stay for the weekend to enjoy a wholesome family vacation, romantic getaway or outdoor adventure. The town offers topnotch skiing, hiking and other winter sports in the Smokies. Stroll through the charming downtown to experience the sights of Gatlinburg for an unforgettable holiday.

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New Orleans boasts a pizzazz-filed New Year’s Eve. The acclaimed celebration takes place at Jackson Square in the French Quarter. The square hosts a countdown to a unique “ball drop” featuring a 6-foot-tall Baby New Year atop the famous Jax Brewery. Gather with the crowds on the riverside to watch the midnight fireworks show sparkle over the Mississippi River. The event’s live entertainment contributes to the celebratory atmosphere under a huge, lighted fleur-de-lis. Admission to the street festival is free. Bourbon Street offers continued festivities into the wee hours of the morning or classy fine dining packages at the city’s esteemed restaurants. Live-music fans have a plethora of concert options including big venues, jazz clubs and bars. The city isn’t only for night owls. New Orleans offers an array of family-fun activities during the day. The Audubon Zoo offers Zoo Year’s Eve among the furry friends at their renowned zoo. Join the dance party, games and entertainment from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and toast to the New Year with soda and juice during the noon countdown. The event is free for Audubon members or included with zoo admission. The Louisiana Children’s Museum also transports the excitement of the midnight countdown to a more kid-friendly day celebration. The event typically includes confetti and balloon drops, party items and entertainment at the museum.

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Howard K. Wallace Golf Classic Friday, Oct. 10 Ironwood Golf Course bancf.com

Museum Nights 2nd Thursday of every month, 6 p.m. Harn Museum of Art www.harn.ufl.edu

Tioga Town Center Movie Night Friday, Oct. 10, 7 p.m. | Despicable Me 2 The Square at Tioga Town Center tiogatowncenter.com Breast Cancer Awareness Event Friday, Oct. 10, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Precision Medical Spa precisionmedicalspa.com IFAS/CALS TailGATOR Saturday, Oct. 11, 3 hours prior to kickoff Stephen O’Connell Center cals.ufl.edu/tailgator 6th Annual Gainesville Gone Austin Thursday, Oct. 16, 6 p.m. Hitchcock Farm at Santa Fe River gainesvillegoneaustin.org UF Homecoming Parade Friday, Oct. 17, 12 p.m. University Avenue

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Gator Growl Friday, Oct. 17, 7 p.m. Flavet Field at the University of Florida gatorgrowl.org Haile Plantation Family Movie Nights Oct. 17 | Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax Haile Village Square Annual United Nations Day Meeting Thursday, Oct. 23, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Gainesville Woman’s Club (352) 378-4853

CALENDAR Lady Bug: Action Hero Thursday, Oct. 23, 11:30 a.m. Curtis M. Phillips Performing Arts Center dancealive.org

Caddy Shack Classic Friday, Nov. 7, 12:30 p.m. Haile Plantation Golf and Country Club Phoenixfoxfoundation.org

Canines and Cocktails for a Cause Thursday, Oct. 23, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Chop Stix Bistro Restaurant Patio in Thornebrook Village daytimedogs.com

Kickoff to a Cure Tailgate Saturday, Nov. 8, 9 a.m. – 10 p.m. Touchdown Terrace at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium Call 904-733-3560 for more information.

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens’ Annual Fall Open House Saturday, Oct. 25 – Sunday, Oct. 26, 9 a.m. Kanapaha Botanical Gardens kanapaha.org

Downtown Festival & Art Show Saturday, Nov. 8 – Sunday, Nov. 9, 10 a.m. Downtown Gainesville gvlculturalaffairs.org

Kids Kicking Cancer Benefit Concert Saturday, Oct. 25, 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. Tioga Town Center tiogatowncenter.com Friends of the Library Book Sale Saturday, Oct. 25 – Wednesday, Oct. 29 439-B North Main Street folacld.org Noche de Gala benefitting the Sebastian Ferrero Foundation Saturday, Oct. 25, 7 p.m. – 12 a.m. Besilu Collection, Micanopy nochedegala.org

Tioga Town Center Movie Night Friday, Nov. 14, 7 p.m. | Saving Mr. Banks The Square at Tioga Town Center tiogatowncenter.com Haile Plantation Family Movie Nights Nov. 21 | TBD Haile Village Square

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10th Annual Florida Bat Festival Saturday, Oct. 25, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Lubee Bat Conservancy batconservancy.org Sunny’s 26th Annual Howl-A-Palooza Sunday, Oct. 26, 3 p.m. Sun Country Sports - West suncountrysports.com/halloween “A Christmas Carol” Saturday, Oct. 29 – Saturday, Nov. 20 Hippodrome Theatre thehipp.org

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Cane Day Saturday, Dec. 6, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Dudley Farm Historic State Park friendsofdudleyfarm.org

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Candlelight Visits at Historic Haile Homestead Friday, Dec. 12, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Historic Haile Homestead at Kanapaha Plantation hailehomestead.org

Nutcracker Festival Wednesday, Dec. 3 – Sunday, Dec. 21 Curtis M. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts dancealive.org Festival of Trees Thursday, Dec. 4 – Saturday, Dec. 6 Tioga Town Center tiogatowncenter.com Light the Village Night Friday, Dec. 5, 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. Haile Village Center haileguide.com

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WE NEED YOU! As the Junior League of Gainesville approaches its 24th Annual Miracle on Main Street toy and bike extravaganza, we invite the community to join us in supporting the 500+ local families in need looking to brighten the holiday season for their children.

HOW CAN YOU HELP?

Donate Toys

New and gently used toys may be donated at the Junior League Thrift Shop (please note they are for “MOMS”) or at any of our toy drive locations listed at GainesvilleJrLeague.org.

Sponsor a Bike

A $60 tax deductible donation may be made at GainesvilleJrLeague.org for the purchase of one brand new bike. Gently used bike donations are also welcome.

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F R OM T H E KIT CH EN O F D EAN CACC IATORE

—ITALIAN POT ROAST— Yields 4 servings

This is a recipe similar to what my grandmother used to make in the late fall / winter months. She was very persistent on using only the best ingredients including the wine in the roast gravy. She said if was not good enough to drink with the dinner, than it was not good enough to cook in the dinner.

Buon Appetito!

INGREDIENTS FOR THE HERB BAG: • • • • •

One 5-inch sprig fresh thyme 5 fresh Italian, flat leafed parsley stems 2 dried bay leaves or 1 fresh bay leaf One 5-inch sprig fresh rosemary 2 whole garlic cloves, crushed

FOR THE POT ROAST: • One 2-pound piece shoulder of beef, bottom round, or pot roast • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper • All-purpose flour for dusting

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5 tablespoons butter 1 cup coarsely chopped celery (about 2 stalks) 1 1/4 cups coarsely chopped onion (1 medium-size onion) 1/2 cup coarsely chopped carrot (1 medium-size carrot) 1 bottle (750ml) dry red wine, preferably Barolo 1/2 cup dried porcini mushrooms, coarsely chopped and soaked in 1 cup warm water 1 tablespoon tomato paste 2 cups canned crushed plum tomatoes Chicken broth or water as needed 2 tablespoons arrowroot OR cornstarch 1/4 cup dry white wine

PREPARATION TO PREPARE THE HERB BAG:  Combine all the ingredients in the center of a piece of cheesecloth that is large enough to hold the herb sprigs, and tie in a bundle with butcher's string. TO PREPARE THE POT ROAST:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. 2. Season the beef with salt and pepper, then lightly dust with flour. Melt the butter in a large (6-quart) flameproof casserole set over medium-high heat. When it is foaming, add the beef and brown it on all sides, 5 minutes. Add the celery, onions, carrot, and herb bag. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften slightly, about 2 minutes. Raise the heat to high and add the bottle of wine. Cook until the wine begins to boil, about 2 more minutes, skimming off any fat that rises to the surface.

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casserole along with the strained mushroom liquid, tomato paste, and tomatoes. The liquid should just cover the meat. If it does not, add chicken broth or water. Cover the casserole and bake it in the oven until the meat is cooked through and tender, about 2 hours. Remove the meat from the casserole to a cutting board, cover with aluminum foil, and set aside.

4. Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve and discard the vegetables and herb bag. Pour the broth back into the casserole and set it over high heat. Bring to a boil and add the arrowroot and the 1/4 cup wine. Cook to reduce and thicken the liquid, about 5 minutes. Carve the meat into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Serve immediately, spooning some of the broth over each portion. The roast goes perfect with either mashed potatoes or rice. If there is any leftover, shred up the remaining meat and serve over pasta.

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