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YOUR TOWN Town manager wins League of Cities award

From the moment Maureen Wright found out her baby had Down syndrome, the Down Syndrome Association of Central Florida was there. Now, the family realizes the treasure they have in Andi and give back. See page 4

Ocoee family shares Indian culture through music.

Windermere Town Manager Robert Smith was named the Tri-County League of Cities’ Executive of the Year April 29 at the league’s annual awards banquet. The league represents the municipalities from Orange, Osceola and Seminole counties. In making its decision, the league noted the situation Smith had inherited regarding the police department and shrinking financial reserves. “Four years later Windermere is a shining example of what can happen under professional leadership, citizen involvement and open, honest communication,” the league said in a statement. “The police department, which some had called to be eliminated, now consistently places among the top three departments in the state for its size. Windermere’s reserves have quadrupled in four years to over 25% of its annual budget.”

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Horizon West developer announces new shops Dunkin’ Donuts, Tijuana Flats, Gators Dockside and more will be open for business when Westside Shoppes near Lakeside Village opens next year. DANIELLE HENDRIX STAFF WRITER HORIZON WEST

Horizon West residents living near Lakeside Village will soon have a Dunkin’ Donuts, Tijuana Flats and more to call their own. Unicorp National Developments Inc. bought the 117-acre site — located at the corner of Winter Garden-Vineland Road and Lakeside Village, across from Publix and McDonald’s — in October 2015 as part of plans to turn it into a mixeduse development, with restaurants, shops and homes. Plans indicate that there also will be a middle school in the future. One of the first phases of this project, the Westside Shoppes, consists of a total of 70,700 square feet and includes six buildings with individual retail spaces, as well as three outparcel buildings. Unicorp Senior Vice President Amy Schuemann said the company started planning with its architect in 2014 and that the shops will not be just another strip center, but rather SEE SHOPPES PAGE 4

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The Wrights, Ocoee residents, are grateful for the support of the Down Syndrome Association of Central Florida.

“I think we have a pretty abnormal experience, but I like it. Some things are a little more difficult, but some things easier. Some typical everyday stuff like going to the movies is a bit harder, but Andi is worth it. She gives you lots of love, and she’s really caring for everyone.” — Julianna Wright

John Lennon tribute artist to headline May 21 benefit. Page 9

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THURSDAY, MAY 19, 2016

CHAMBER BUSINESS AFTER HOURS 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday, May 19, at Reed Nissan, 16005 State Road 50, Clermont. Mix and mingle with local businesses, and be sure to bring your business cards. Cost is $5 in advance and $10 at the door for Chamber members and $25 for others. LAKEVIEW HIGH CLASS OF 1956 REUNION 4:30 p.m. Thursday, May 19, at the Catfish House, 311 S. Forest Ave., Apopka. Reservations for the 60-year reunion are not required. For information, call (407) 7405365.

MEET THE CANDIDATES 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. Thursday, May 19, at Korean Presbyterian Church, 16796 Davenport Road, Winter Garden. Meet Bobby Olszewski and Betsy VanderLey, two of the candidates for the District 1 Orange County commission seat. The event, moderated by Jeff Loeffert, is free and open to the public. (407) 654-3908. MOTHER-APPROVED MOVIE AND CRAFT 4 p.m. Thursday, May 19, at the Windermere Library, 530 Main St., Windermere. Enjoy a momapproved movie and craft with a family friendly screening of Disney’s “Brave.” Ages 6 to 12. No registration required. (407) 835-7323. WEST ORANGE WOMEN LUNCHEON 11 a.m. Thursday, May 19, at Maggiano’s Little Italy, 9101 International Drive, Orlando. Installation of new officers for the 2016-17 year will take place. Cost is $28. For reservations, contact Dot Ansel at dotansel@ aol.com or (407) 258-8155.

FRIDAY, MAY 20

62ND ANNUAL BAHIA SHRINE CIRCUS 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 20; 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 21; and 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Sunday, May 22, at Osceola Heritage Park, 1875 Silver Spur Lane, Kissimmee. The

three-ring circus is a fundraiser to promote awareness of the Shriners Hospital for Children in Tampa and to support the goals of the Bahia Shrine Center in Orlando. Children 12 and younger get in free with a paying adult. To download a free child pass, go to bahiashrine.org. DOWN TO PARTY 6:30 p.m. Friday, May 20, at Pines of Windermere, 3409 Maguire Road, Windermere. This community event supports The Down Syndrome Association with 1980s music by Switch, dinner and dancing and an open bar. Dress up in ’80s attire. Tickets are $45 until April 1 and $50 until May 15. Event benefits the organization’s summer classes, holiday parties, teen classes, meetings, playgrounds and more. Maureen Wright, (407) 529-4013. Information: dsacf.org. LIVERPOOL LIVE 9:30 p.m. Friday, May 20, at Dexter’s of Windermere, 4757 The Grove Drive, Suite 100, Windermere. (407) 258-7028

a fun introduction to Shakespeare with all the excitement of a Broadway musical. Tickets are $15; $10 for seniors and children older than 3. For more, visit theatresouthorlando.com or call (407) 489-4458. CHARITY EVENT 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, May 21, at The Barefoot Spa, 801 Virginia Drive, Orlando. The benefit is hosted by Inspiration Through Travel, a nonprofit that seeks to inspire youth from singleparent housholds. Highlights include local artists, appetizers, wine and raffles to support A Day at Epcot for single parents and their children. Inspirationthoughtravel. com or rprjohn@gmail.com. DRIVE OUT HUNGER CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT Shotgun start 12:30 p.m. Saturday, May 21, at Forest Lake Golf Club, 10521 Clarcona-Ocoee Road, Ocoee. This is a benefit

SATURDAY, MAY 21 “A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM” 7 p.m. Saturday, May 21, and 2 p.m. Sunday, May 22, at the Rosen JCC, 11184 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando. This performance will be

for Bread of Life Fellowship, in Ocoee, and its desire to end hunger in Central Florida. Golfers, sponsors and door-prize donors are wanted. To participate, call (407) 654-7777. OARS OPEN HOUSE 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 21, at the Orlando Area Rowing Society boathouse, 2457 Maguire Road, Windermere. The open house is for middle and high school students interested in learning more about the sport of rowing. president@oarsrowing.com SHADOW CABINET 9:30 p.m. Saturday, May 21, at Dexter’s of Windermere, 4757 The Grove Drive, Suite 100, Windermere. (407) 258-7028

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HOW ABOUT PARKING AT THE RELIEF STADIUM? Questions about seating and parking capacities at the Ficquette Road off-site stadium for West Orange High’s relief school prompted Orange County Parks Manager Matt Suedmeyer to say there is room for expansion within the plan. He estimated 180 paved onsite spots — plus grass parking — would be available, with a shuttle from the school near Ficquette Road’s intersection with Winter Garden-Vineland Road. Afterward, he said the number of spaces would be more like 204. A resident said around 200 parking spaces and reports of 1,250 seats would not be enough, given estimates of 5,000 attendees at West Orange High for its football game against Dr. Phillips last fall. HORIZON WEST’S SHARE OF ORANGE COUNTY GROWTH Year Built HW % 2002 5,196 73 1% 2003 5,635 407 7% 2004 5,308 714 13% 2005 6,702 856 13% 2006 7,012 1,184 17% 2007 3,815 752 20% 2008 1,768 436 25% 2009 1,099 344 31% 2010 1,117 326 29% 2011 1,262 372 29% 2012 1,912 669 35% 2013 2,164 739 34% 2014 2,528 1,144 45% 2015 2,467 1,310 53%

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Orange County leaders updated residents on Horizon West’s growth at a May 12 Town Hall.

istrict 1 Orange County Commissioner S. Scott Boyd’s third and final Horizon West Town Hall provided direct insight on Southwest Orange County from some of the highest-ranked officials in six major sections of Orange County government. Held May 12 at Harvest Bible Chapel, the Town Hall featured

Planning Division Manager Alberto Vargas, Transportation Planning Manager Renzo Nastasi, School Board Member Pam Gould, Parks Manager Matt Suedmeyer, Fire Rescue Planning & Technical Services Division Chief David Rathbun and Orange County Sheriff’s Office Capt. Carlos Torres. — ZAK KERR

HORIZON WEST FIRE STATION RECOMMENDATIONS BETWEEN 2020 AND 2025 n Summerlake Boulevard and Ficquette Road 2025 AND BEYOND n New station near Avalon Road and Horizon Boulevard n New station near Avalon Road and Seidel Road n Relocate Station 32 to Avalon Road and Hartzog Road

REAMS ROAD ROUNDABOUT A resident asked what county officials had been doing about Reams Road roundabout, noting citizens had asked about it at last year’s Horizon West Town Hall but gotten seemingly no results. Boyd said a simulation of that roundabout as one lane by blocking the inside lane — part of a tapering effect — would be in place in early June. Questions regarding the intersection of Reams Road with the Walt Disney World entrance at Center Drive and widening Reams Road also arose. Orange County Transportation Planning Manager Renzo Nastasi said a traffic signal at Center Drive was already a done deal and that Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs’ INVEST program would help fund some Reams Road projects. Boyd said widening to the west, near the Reams and Ficquette roads intersection, likely would require five to seven years to acquire funding and right-of-way. Nastasi also mentioned a Tiny Road expansion, which could be even further out.

Single-family homes: 55%

n 41 fire stations n Responded to 111,607 calls in FY2015 n 59,654 EMS transports in FY2015 n 1,189 employees n Fourth-largest fire department in Florida n Twenty-fifth busiest fire department in the nation

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District installs security fence at Sunset Park Principal Janet Bittick said the fence will improve security at the Horizon West school. JENNIFER NESSLAR

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Sunset Park Elementary Principal Janet Bittick hopes a new fence along the perimeter of the school will help increase safety on campus. When Bittick became principal of Sunset Park about 18 months ago, she noticed some of the P.E. and play areas weren’t closed off with a fence like the rest of the school. She brought it to the attention of Orange County Public Schools’ safety and security department, which determined additional fencing was needed. The $13,840.27 fence, which was installed last week, secures the play areas and portables and connects with existing fencing, structures and walls. “We are excited to finally have our new safety fence around the school,” Bittick said. “This has been a year in the making and has been a topic at both ‘Parent Coffee with the Principal’ and SAC meetings. We look forward to this extra level of safety for our campus and our scholars.” The installation was completed by OCPS’ safety and security department. Because the district does projects year-round, once security was able to secure funding for it, construction began, said Lauren Roth, senior manager of facilities communications at OCPS. The new fence won’t affect the drop-off and pick-up line, Roth said.

“This has been a year in the making, and has been a topic at both ‘Parent Coffee with the Principal’ and SAC meetings. We look forward to this extra level of safety for our campus and our scholars.” — Janet Bittick

SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION PLAN SCHOOL SITES Bay Lake Elementary Site 27-H-W-4 (West Orange Relief High) Site 84 -E-W-4 (MetroWest Elementary Onsite Relief) Site 37-M-W-4 (Bridgewater Relief Middle) Site 85-E-W-4 (Summerlake Area Relief Elementary)

PUBLIC SAFETY OPEN 2016 2017 2017 2019* 2020*

* Projects that commence after 2018 are always subject to change based on the District 10Year Capital Improvement Plan. This is an estimated timeline for those projects.

Based on increasing populations, residents asked Orange County Sheriff’s Office Capt. Carlos Torres whether OCSO would have a substation in Horizon West soon. Torres said the capacity of growth and feasibility had not yet warranted a separate substation. When asked how OCSO could cover schools with OCPS safe plans not due until October — after the school year starts — Torres said OCPS now has a police force. A representative said OCPS needed to collect updated data, often unavailable until after school begins.

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n Currently at about 24% build-out. n As of May 2016, close to 9,700 single-family units have been built, in addition to five apartment complexes. n As of May 2016, there are 4,600 vacant residential lots in the development process. n More than 20,000 people call Horizon West home. n Predominance of twoperson households, with most employed in leisure/ hospitality sector.

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When building new schools, it is now standard for OCPS to construct a fence around the property. It is seen as an additional way to make the school secure. “That’s something that safety and security assesses on a regular basis to look at individual campuses and see if they need more fencing than they have,” Roth said. Contact Jennifer Nesslar at jnesslar@orangeobserver.com.

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‘She’s more like us than not’

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Observer “If we are to build a better world, we must remember that the guiding principle is this — a policy of freedom for the individual is the only truly progressive policy.” Friedrich Hayek “Road to Serfdom,” 1944 Publisher / Dawn Willis, dwillis@OrangeObserver.com Executive Editor / Michael Eng, meng@OrangeObserver.com Design Editor / Jessica Eng, jeng@OrangeObserver.com Community Editor / Amy Quesinberry Rhode, aqrhode@OrangeObserver.com Senior Sports Editor / Steven Ryzewski, sryzewski@OrangeObserver.com Staff Writers Danielle Hendrix, dhendrix@OrangeObserver.com Zak Kerr, zkerr@OrangeObserver.com Jennifer Nesslar, jnesslar@OrangeObserver.com Advertising Executives Sharlene Dewitz, sdewitz@Orange Observer.com

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Andi Wright and her service dog, Barley, were featured in a Kleenex commercial.

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When Maureen Wright was 28 weeks pregnant with Andi, the technician noticed Andi had a heart defect. When medical professionals noticed Andi had shorter limbs, they sent her over to a specialist, who confirmed Andi had Down syndrome. “It was heartbreaking,” said Maureen, whose other daughter, Julianna, was 4 years old at the time. She was a special-education teacher at West Orange High School, and she volunteered at Morning Star, which serves kids with Down syndrome. “I always say it’s one thing to be the teacher of one, but it’s very different to be the parent and get that diagnosis.” Within two days, she got a call from the Down Syndrome Association of Central Florida. “They were instrumental in the early days,” said Greg Wright, Andi’s father. “If you have a typical child, there’s mommy groups and a lot of support for first-time mothers. But when you have a child with Down syndrome, there’s typically a lot of medical expenses early on. What the Down Syndrome Association of Central Florida brought to us was just a group of people that had all already experienced these challenges.” The Down Syndrome Asso-

ciation brought so much support that now Maureen is the chair of the 17th annual Down to Party and Auction the organization hosts. Andi was born full-term and spent several weeks in the NICU. At 10 weeks, doctors performed open-heart surgery. While they were in the hospital, a mom walked in, telling Maureen that her child also had Down syndrome, and she wanted to check on the Wrights. Maureen noticed her short and sassy hair and how young she was. Seeing this woman threw out all Maureen’s concerns that she wouldn’t fit in in the Down syndrome community. She’s really cute and adorable, Maureen thought. I can do this. BARLEY AND ME

If you visit the Wright household today, you’ll see Andi, now 10 years old, enjoying life as a part of the family. And if you meet Andi, you’re also going to meet Barley. The dog watches closely as Andi walks into the room, and if she comes close enough, he will give Andi a big kiss. Barley is Andi’s service dog. At first, Maureen hesitated to get a service dog, but after a friend who worked at Canine Companions encouraged her, she toured the facility and decided it made sense for the family. Barley is a companion for Andi. She notices that Barley misses her while she is at school, and he sleeps by her side at night.

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a place to go for an experience. Almost all spaces have been leased, with the exception of one individual space and one outparcel building. Some tenants that customers can expect when the shopping center opens in spring 2017 include Dunkin’ Donuts, Tijuana Flats, Gators Dockside, Flippers Pizzeria, Keke’s Breakfast, Luxury Nails, Great Clips, Jeremiahs Italian Ice and Wendy’s.

“I think the local community will really appreciate the atmosphere we are creating with the architecture and common areas,” Schuemann said. “We tried to get a good mix of neighborhood eateries and services, making a convenient shopping destination for the local residents.” In addition to the Westside Shoppes, Unicorp is working on the Venetian Isle townhomes — 44 units in total — and Venetian Isle, a community consisting of 302 apartments. Eventually, there will also be 170 single-family homes.

Barley and Andi’s friendship has even been documented on a national level. During Kleenex’s “Kleenex Cares” campaign, the company filmed Andi and Barley as part of a commercial. Maureen was happy to use the opportunity to spread awareness of people with disabilities. “She’s more like us than not,” Maureen said. “I always say that she’s Andi. She has blond hair and blue eyes, she’s sassy, and she has Down syndrome. But it’s just a small piece of who she is.” Andi now attends school at Thornebrooke Elementary, which she enjoys. She goes by the nickname Awesome Andi. She takes swim lessons and is preparing to participate in the Special Olympics. It’s not always easy for the Wright family, which still gets support from the Down Syndrome Association and Mosaic Church, which has a “sidekick” program that ensures Andi is cared for during services. “We have a pretty abnormal experience, but I like it,” said Julianna, who is now 15. “Some things are a little more difficult, but some things easier. Some typical everyday stuff like going to the movies is a bit harder, but Andi is worth it. She gives you lots of love, and she’s really caring for everyone.”

IF YOU GO THROWBACK TO THE ’80S 17TH ANNUAL DOWN TO PARTY AND AUCTION WHERE: Pines of Windermere, 3409 Maguire Road, Windermere WHEN: 6:30 p.m. Friday, May 20 COST: $50; purchase tickets at bit. ly/224vx2D BENEFICIARY: Down Syndrome Association of Central Florida; presented by Lakeside Realty Windermere ANDI AND BARLEY To see the Kleenex commercial “A Girl’s Best Friend” featuring the Wright family, visit bit.ly/1X7f3pw.

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Olszewski: Transparency, an expedited business development system and getting Horizon West Sportsplex up. Jain: Fairness to the community and citizens with equal treatment, safety and education. VanderLey: Get schools on the ground faster, meet infrastructure needs with roads and traffic. How do you envision growth in Horizon West, and what is the county’s role in providing infrastructure to accommodate that specific growth? VanderLey: We’re blessed that we have the economic engine in Florida and District 1. We’ve got Disney and SeaWorld and Universal right here … but we also need to be mindful of diversifying the economy. … We have two working studios in the district. There’s no reason we can’t encourage some clean, high-tech jobs out here with CGI, supporting a new industry or something along those lines.

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Betsy VanderLey

In their words What are three hallmarks of your campaign?

The West Orange Chamber of Commerce hosted a debate featuring District 1 candidates.

Olszewski: I’m very excited about Horizon West — there’s a lot of exciting opportunities for us there — but ... I hear about urban sprawl, the roads not intended for the developments already there. We need to have more strategic and smart growth when we’re looking at Horizon West. … We have our strong agricultural roots. I think we can have more agro-business and agro-technology companies coming in Horizon West, but it has to be smart, planned growth. Jain: Growth is very important. But it cannot be done at the expense of the citizens. Are we taking care of the citizens, or are we taking care of the companies? I know big companies will not like me, because I’m not going to get a contribution from them and do their work for them. Five years from now, what do you anticipate as key areas of concern for sustainability, prosperity and growth? Jain: The most important thing I consider is safety. Safety is going down: Police calls take half-anhour; ambulance calls, half-an-

hour. America is about safety. VanderLey: Some of the metrics people look at to consider relocating their business here are education, public safety and traffic. Those are things we have to get our arms around … Make sure our educational system is not adversely impacted and that we’re keeping impact fees in the district ... We have to make sure we’re fully funding our sheriff’s department and fire department. Olszewski: We need to be sure we are sustainable with growth plans. That’s smart, balanced growth, particularly with traffic. That’s the No. 1 thing I hear. ... Public safety is critical.

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Sprinkles sweetens Disney Springs The new cupcake bakery opened May 15. LAKE BUENA VISTA Disney Springs got a whole lot sweeter last week. Sprinkles — touted as the world’s first cupcake bakery by Food Network — opened May 15 at the popular shopping destination at Walt Disney World Resort. The bakery features fresh cupcakes and cookies, as well as ice cream, milkshakes and other treats. The Disney Springs location will be the company’s 20th nationwide and its second in Florida (Sprinkles also opened recently in Tampa). The new shop adds about 70 jobs to the West Orange economy. “Disney Springs was a natural fit for us when deciding where

in Orlando to open our doors,” said Candace Nelson, founder of Sprinkles and judge on Food Network’s “Cupcake Wars.” A unique aspect to Sprinkles is its Cupcake ATM, which enables customers to purchase cupcakes when the bakery is closed. The Cupcake ATM can hold up to 400 cupcakes at a time and is restocked throughout the day. It also will carry dog-friendly cupcakes. Sprinkles will be open daily from 10 a.m. to midnight. The Cupcake ATM will operate daily from 8 a.m. to 2 a.m. Delivery will also be available within a 100-mile radius via online and phone ordering. For more, visit sprinkles.com. — MICHAEL ENG

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Warriors, community race to raise funds for school band West Orange High’s second annual Warrior Band 5K Dash this weekend will support the band program. DANIELLE HENDRIX STAFF WRITER WEST ORANGE

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Get ready to lace up your running shoes and put on your orange and blue for the Warriors at West Orange High’s second annual Warrior Band 5K Dash Saturday. This year’s 5K has more than 200 runners, walkers and “ghost runners” participating, and all of it acts as a fundraiser for West Orange’s band. Ghost runners are those who do not wish to run but who have paid a registration fee to help the program. This year, the band is also offering “virtual runners,” who may live too far to participate but who still wish to donate to the program. Virtual runners pay the registration fee and go running in their own neighborhood. Participants will begin their journey on the school’s track, wind through two of the neighborhoods close to the school and come full circle to end on the track. The band is always looking for new fundraising ideas, and the 5K suggestion came a couple of years ago, when one of the band’s directors — who is an avid runner — brought it to the table. Band parents loved it, and the program has gotten many sponsors in the community both times. Fundraisers like this one support more than 330 students who are

involved in the band program and proceeds go toward the purchase of new instruments, uniform and equipment maintenance, transportation and everything that goes into allowing the band to perform at football games and travel to competitions. Last year, the program received more than $8,000 in sponsorships, along with the proceeds received from the race. Each registration prior to May 12 this year cost $30 and included a T-shirt. On race day, registration will cost $20, but participants will not receive a shirt. Ann Feivou, West Orange Band Booster president, said that one of the most unique aspects of the dash is that incentives are offered to the band students in order to try to register more runners and garner participation and school spirit. “If we sign up more than 300 people to run, they will reveal the football show for next year at our banquet rather than making students wait until the fall,” Feivou said of some of the incentives. “Students can register in teams and compete against (band) sections. The sections with the most runners will be able to ride on the charter bus to one of our competitions next year.” Runners can pick up their T-shirts and packets the day of the

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WARRIOR BAND 5K DASH WHEN: Race starts at 7:15 a.m. Saturday, May 21 WHERE: West Orange High School, 1625 Beulah Road, Winter Garden REGISTRATION: $20 INFORMATION: Visit westorangeband.com. ABOUT HEALTHY WEST ORANGE WEBSITE: healthywestorange. org FACEBOOK: facebook.com/ healthywestorange

race or on Friday, May 20. Also on Friday night is a spaghetti dinner, another fundraiser for the band. For $7, guests can come dine in the courtyard and enjoy spaghetti catered by Bella Tuscany as the West Orange jazz band performs throughout the evening. As an added bonus, the 5K will be running in conjunction with the Healthy West Orange Expo, which is to be set up in the school’s gymnasium and offers free, family-friendly activities to participants. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the community can come by for free health screenings, giveaways, cooking and fitness demonstrations, food trucks, a DJ and a Mayor’s Cooking Challenge. Contact Danielle Hendrix at dhendrix@orangeobserver.com.

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“THE UNAVAILABLE MAN MAGNET” 9 p.m. Thursday, May 19, at Orlando Shakespeare Theater, 812 E. Rollins St., Orlando. “The Unavailable Man Magnet,” a new play by Winter Garden resident Amanda Scheirer, is debuting at the 2016 Orlando International Fringe Festival. The play features an author whose stories explore selfconfidence, love and sex all against the backdrop of the Orlando entertainment industry. Recommended for mature audiences. Other showings May 24, 26 and 28. Purchase tickets at orlandofringe.ticketleap. com/the-unavailable-manmagnet.

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JUST A SIP! 7 p.m. Friday, May 20, at The Art Room, 709 Main St., Windermere. Bring a few friends and your favorite beverage and complete an acrylic painting in just one evening. $35; all supplies included. (407) 909-1869.

RAISIN CAKE ORCHESTRA 8 to 11 p.m. Saturday, May 21, at Pilars Martini, 146 W. Plant St., Suite 120, Winter Garden. Grab a drink and enjoy the Raisin Cake Orchestra, which specializes in Dixieland- and Prohibitionera jazz, along with some contemporary surprises. (407) 369-8900.

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PAINTING AND MELTS 9 to 11 p.m. Wednesday, May 25, at ScribbleSpace, 13790 Bridgewater Crossings Blvd., Suite 1080, Windermere. Come paint your own custom wine glass with the girls while enjoying wine and gourmet grilled cheese from 33 & Melt. The $34 cost includes your wine glass to paint as well as art supplies, instruction, dinner from 33 & Melt and sangria. Cost is $34; pay online to reserve your spot at paypal. me/ScribbleSpace.

RAVE OF THE WEEK

JESSICA BELASKY Rave! I run a local in-home daycare, and this week was “Police Week.” Officer Scott, with the Ocoee Police Department, was so awesome and patient with my 2- and 3-year-olds. We had so much fun meeting her and getting small goodies! #BlueLivesMatter!

SPIRITUALITY IN THE SOUND

ARTS + CULTURE WHAT IS THE SITAR? Like the guitar, the sitar is a fretted instrument. It has seven main strings and below are extra strings to have it more of a ringing sound. The base of the instrument is made from a gourd. WHAT IS THE TABLA? The tabla is a pair of hand drums. The treble side is made of wood, and the bass side is made of metal. The top of the drums are covered in animal skin. INTERESTED IN LESSONS? The family teaches people who are interested in learning, from those with a background from India to musicians eager to learn a new instrument. If interested, contact Surabhi Adesh at (321) 695-8207 or orlandositarplayer@ hotmail.com.

Photos by Jennifer Nesslar

Clockwise from top: Surabhi Adesh plays the sitar; Pratyush Goberdhan plays violin using Indian musical techniques; and Sankalp Goberdhan plays the tabla.

Surabhi Adesh, who was born in India, is eager to share musical techniques and her culture with eager learners. JENNIFER NESSLAR STAFF WRITER

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For nearly her entire life, Adesh has played the sitar, a plucked stringed instrument used in music from India, as well as a variety of other instruments, though the sitar and her vocal abilities are her focus. She and her sons, Sankalp and Pratyush Goberdhan, regularly perform locally as well as globally. Sankalp and Pratyush perform together as the Goberdhan Brothers, and when performing with Adesh, they go under the name Surabhi and Sons. “For me, music is my way of devotion,” Adesh said. “It is entirely spiritual for me. Understanding the effects of sound, and our music is so rich. Our predecessors have created melodies that approach every emotion. Just developing that is my path to spirituality.” BEGINNINGS

Adesh was born in India, but when she was very young, her family left for the Caribbean. Her father, Hari Shanker Adesh, was working with the Indian Consulate to promote the culture and values to people from India living in the Caribbean. While there, he found those he interacted with had a true passion for the culture, so he created an institute to give the people a well-rounded and comprehensive knowledge of the culture. Adesh grew up around the institute, Bharatiya Vidya Sansthhaan, meaning the Institute of Indian Knowledge. After being exposed to it, she wanted to learn herself. Her father emphasized having a complete knowledge, so she learned about a variety of instruments but specialized in sitar and vocal. The institute teaches a systematic teaching, starting from

beginners all the way to what would be equivalent to a master’s degree. The family started a second institute in Toronto before moving to the Central Florida area. They are now Ocoee residents. A FAMILY AFFAIR

Adesh’s husband, Ravi Goberdhan, acts as the manager for the family, which teaches music lessons as well as performs together. Although the family continues to emphasize being well rounded, they all specialize in an instrument. Pratyush plays the violin and employs Indian musical techniques while playing. Sankalp plays the tabla, hand drums often used in Hindustani music. They’ve played in historical buildings in St. Augustine, at the Ritz-Carlton in Naples and at the University of Central Florida, where Pratyush and Sankalp attend. They currently are working with Walt Disney World on a “The Jungle Book”-themed show. However, they hold fast to their legacy as educators, and are eager to teach their craft to those who are willing to learn. They want to teach those genuinely interested rather than children who are pushed by their parents to take lessons. Some of their favorite experiences have come from working with people with intellectual disabilities at RAPID Programs in Winter Springs, where they taught Indian rhythms in cooperation with the Asian Cultural Association. “Over time, we noticed that musical improvements also correlated to their social interactions outside of music class,” Sankalp said. “They were better at maintaining eye contact, following directions.” Contact Jennifer Nesslar at jnesslar@orangeobserver.com.

“For me, music is my way of devotion. It is entirely spiritual for me. Understanding the effects of sound, and our music is so rich. Our predecessors have created melodies that approach every emotion. Just developing that is my path to spirituality.” — Surabhi Adesh

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Living life in peace which shares the music of the Beatles and Lennon’s solo years. Castiglione, a music teacher who lives in the Toronto area, looks and sounds the part as he dons an iconic Lennon outfit and belts out tunes such as “Imagine,” “Watching the Wheels,” “A Hard Day’s Night” and “Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds.” He said he was influenced by different genres of music growing up: classical, ethnic, jazz, blues and rock’n’roll. “I’ve been told that I look like John Lennon ever since I was a young teenager,” Castiglione said. “People used to always tell me that I should join a Beatles tribute band. It wasn’t until the past five years that I have given it some serious thought since I have been involved in the tribute world, covering artists such as the Bee Gees and Led Zeppelin and playing with some talented musicians and touring all over North America. “I just feel that now is the right time to do it,” he said. “I feel that all my musical endeavors throughout the past three decades have prepared me and have culminated to this point.” One of the attendees who will be enjoying the concert is Lina Miller, a Windermere resident and the performer’s cousin. “He is incredibly gifted and absolutely amazing,” she said. “He has a musical talent and passion that is captivating.”

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You may say I’m a dreamer But I’m not the only one I hope someday you’ll join us And the world will be as one. When John Lennon first sang those lyrics in 1971, he couldn’t have known that Jim Hukill would use them as inspiration in 2016 with his organization that helps break down the walls of isolation with which people with disabilities sometimes live. Or that a Canadian John Lennon impersonator would be performing in a fundraising concert to benefit Lift Disability Network, founded in 2006 by Hukill, who has a rare form of muscular dystrophy. The concert is Saturday, May 21, at The Golden Bear Club at Keene’s Pointe, in Windermere, and Carm Castiglione is performing his tribute to John Lennon with his project, Imagine John,

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IF YOU GO IMAGINE JOHN WHEN: 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, May 21 WHERE: On the lawn of The Golden Bear Club at Keene’s Pointe, 6300 Jack Nicklaus Parkway, Windermere DETAILS: The concert is a benefit for Lift Disability Network. TICKETS: Available at the door or online at liftdisability. net/imagine-john. General admission is $40 for a picnicstyle concert. Guests should bring a lawn chair or blanket. Light hors d’oeuvres and beverages will be sold. VIP admission is $150. Includes general admission plus a Meet the Band reception following the concert. Limited to the first 100 guests.

Carm Castiglione is bringing his John Lennon tribute band Imagine John to Windermere to help raise funds for a permanent facility for Lift Disability Network. AMY QUESINBERRY RHODE

Courtesy photo

Carm Castiglione will perform as John Lennon at Saturday’s benefit concert.

Miller put Castiglione and Hukill in touch with one another after volunteering with Lift Disability Network. “The first time I interacted with Lift Disability Network was at Breakaway Camp and was moved at the overwhelming drive of their organization to uplift others and show that everything starts from within, that promoting the value of purpose in people can sig-

nificantly change the outcome of someone’s life,” Miller said. “You can’t give something away that you yourself don’t have. They truly have love, and they do an incredible job at giving that to those around them.” Saturday’s benefit is important for several reasons, Hukill said. “We want to be seen as an organization that cares about our community and does communi-

ty-focused events,” he said. “But it also shows that we’re a community that cares very much about the people we serve, and that’s the families and the individuals who live with disability every day. “If we can get that message to the broader community, then we are playing a very important piece,” he said. “And finally, we have goals and aspirations to build an ongoing presence and have a home in West Orange County, so this concert is one of the beginning stages of us being able to accomplish that.” Lift Disability Network currently operates out of the home of Jim and Rhonette Hukill. A permanent home would allow the nonprofit to broaden its activities in West Orange County. Contact Amy Quesinberry Rhode at aqrhode@orangeobserver.com.

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Orange County Animal Services is located at 2769 Conroy Road in Orlando, near the Mall at Millenia. The shelter is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays. For more information, call (407) 836-3111 or visit ocnetpets.com.

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Critter Corner showcases local animals available for adoption. If you run a shelter or animal rescue and wish to participate, contact Staff Writer Jennifer Nesslar, jnesslar@orangeobserver.com.

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Gas ranges with pilot lights require no additional care. Continue to cook as usual. When the electricity is off, surface top burners with electric ignition can be easily lit. Simply: • Light match (preferably a wooden match) • Hold match next to the top burner cap • Then turn the control knob to the “light” or “high” setting. The burner will light and you can adjust the flame. Most ovens and broilers on ranges with electric ignition cannot be used when the power is off.

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AFTER THE STORM Clean-up efforts after previous hurricanes show that more gas lines are broken during clean-up than during the actual storm. Before removing fallen trees, call for a FREE utility line location by Dialing 8-1-1.

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If your home or business was flooded and gas appliances were underwater, do not attempt to operate the appliances. Water can cause damage to the internal safety mechanism and create a hazardous condition. Call Lake Apopka Natural Gas or a qualified appliance contractor for a safety inspection and to relight the pilot lights on your appliances. Check yard for loose items. Move and secure items not firmly installed before the storm arrives. This includes grills, patio furniture, swings, pool equipment and supplies, even water hose reels. Items such as these can be blown around by hurricane winds causing unnecessary damage to your home, propane tank or gas meter.

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Health & Wellness Expo You are invited to a FREE community Health and Wellness Expo.

Fun for the Entire Family! Special Guests & Celebrity Appearances! • Mayor’s Cooking Challenge at 11:00am • FREE Health Screenings • FREE Prizes and Giveaways Hourly • FREE Exciting Healthy Activities Including: Cooking and Fitness Demonstrations

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Which Mayor has the HEALTHIEST recipe? West Orange Mayors will be paired up with area chefs to create Healthy Menu Options. The Challenge will begin at 11am and the Mayor and Chef will have only 1 hour to create their Healthy Option. The Healthy Option will then be judged by Gary Appelsies, Director of Healthy Eating for Central Florida YMCA. The winning team will be awarded with the Healthy West Orange Cooking Challenge Trophy and most importantly…BRAGGING RIGHTS!

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Come out and show support for your favorite charity. Donate $1.00, name your charity of choice and walk a mile to show your support. The charity with the most people walking for their cause will be the recipient of the donations raised. So lace up those walking shoes and donate that dollar. Our goal is to have 1,000 walking to equal a $1000 donation.

Stop by West Orange High School Saturday, May 21st and VOTE for YOUR Little League. The league with the most votes can win $500.00 to be used for equipment, field improvement etc. Visit Winter Garden Squeeze booth vote, take a practice swing in the batting cage, talk with some of the Squeeze team, and win prizes!

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The Central Florida Women’s League Foundation gave out $27,000 in scholarships to 11 high-school seniors from Dr. Phillips, Ocoee, Olympia and West Orange. This year’s scholarship recipients include: Isabella Venturini, Kishania Williams, Adam Avalos (George Fortier Scholarship), from Dr. Phillips High School; Ariel Gholar, from Ocoee High School; Elizabeth Cavallo, Chau Ha Phan, from Olympia High School; and Nicole Kimmel, Charity Le, Madelyn Martin, Alexandra Miller, Felicia Miller

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CORACE “ED” CROSS JR., 85, of Winter Garden, died Tuesday, May 10, 2016. Baldwin-Fairchild Funeral Home, Winter Garden Chapel. JULIE E. HARRIS, 87, of Winter Garden, died Monday, May 9, 2016. Winter Oak Funeral Home & Cremations, Winter Garden.

an), Nancy Meyer (husband Richard) and Sandra Surwilo (husband Richard); grandchildren, Wendy McNamara, Melody Meyer, Kyle Surwilo (wife Amber), Kate McKay (husband Brett) and Suzanne Davis (husband Ryan); and greatgrandchildren Gus McKay, Olive McKay and Clark Davis. The funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 19, at the Woodlawn Memorial Park and Funeral Home, 400 Woodlawn Cemetery Road, Gotha. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Pastor’s Discretionary Fund at the Presbyterian Church of the Lakes, 4700 Lincoln Ave., Orlando, Florida 32819.

and Bianca Wilhelm, from West Orange High School. CFWL has given out scholarships since 1998, and the George M. Fortier Scholarship was founded in 2006. To date, the CFWL has awarded more than 160 college scholarships and nearly $400,000 to local students. ROTARY CLUB OF DR. PHILLIPS

The Rotary Club of Dr. Phillips, in partnership with Dr. Phillips High School, awarded Bill Spoone Scholarships worth $1,000 to Victoria Cancina, David Ramirez and Marisa Searie. Past Principal Bill Spoone made the presentation. To qualify for the scholarship, students must have a 2.0

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Art Deco estate sells for $1.592M DR. PHILLIPS

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The home at 9750 Camberley Circle, Orlando, sold April 29, for $600,000. Built in 1994, it has five bedrooms, four-andone-half baths, a pool and 3,747 square feet. The price per square foot is $160.13.

historic Art Deco estate in Windermere topped all West Orange-area residential real-estate transactions from April 29 to May 5. The home at 565 Ridgewood Drive, Windermere, sold April 29, for $1.592 million. Built in 1944, it has five bedrooms, five-and-one-half baths, a pool and 4,952 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $321.49.

DIAMOND COVE

The home at 10502 Gleam Court, Orlando, sold May 2, for $420,000. Built in 1996, it has five bedrooms, three baths, a pool and 3,045 square feet. The price per square foot is $137.93. The home at 8054 Bright Court, Orlando, sold April 29, for $350,000. Built in 1996, it has four bedrooms, two-and-onehalf baths and 2,518 square feet. The price per square foot is $139. POINT CYPRESS

The town house at 8888 Della Scala Circle, Orlando, sold April 29, for $395,000. Built in 2009, it has four bedrooms, threeand-one-half baths and 2,654 square feet. The price per square foot is $148.83.

This Art Deco estate, at 565 Ridgewood Drive, Windermere, sold April 29, for $1.592 million. Built in 1944, the home, which overlooks Lake Down, has been maintained and remodeled through the years.

SAND LAKE POINT

The home at 10176 Pointview Court, Orlando, sold April 29, for $390,000. Built in 1994, it has four bedrooms, two-andone-half baths, a pool and 2,410 square feet. The price per square foot is $161.83.

SNAPSHOT Total Sales: 104 High Sale Price: $1.592 million Low Sale Price: $48,000 REO/Bank Owned: Five Short Sales: Two Auction/REO: One

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Drive, Orlando, sold May 3, for $563,000. Built in 2001, it has five bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 2,753 square feet. The price per square foot is $204.50. WATERS EDGE AND BOCA POINTE

The home at 10659 Emerald Chase Drive, Orlando, sold April 29, for $703,500 (auction/ REO). Built in 2001, it has five bedrooms, three-and-one-half baths, a pool and 4,867 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $144.54.

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The home at 2317 Aurelius Drive, Winter Garden, sold April 29, for $345,000. Built in 2016, it has five bedrooms, three-and-one-half baths and 3,773 square feet. The price per square foot is $91.44. The home at 2322 Aurelius Drive, Winter Garden, sold April 29, for $330,490. Built in 2015, it has four bedrooms, two-and-one-half baths and 2,919 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $113.22. COVE AT HAMLIN

The home at 5524 Thomas Square Drive, Winter Garden, sold April 29, for $305,000. Built in 2015, it has three bedrooms, two-andone-half baths and 2,455 square feet. The price per square foot is $124.24. EDEN ISLE

The home at 14130 Eden Isle Blvd., Windermere, sold May 2, for $353,000. Built in 2003, it has three bedrooms, three baths and 2,749 square feet. The price per square foot is $128.41.

HICKORY HAMMOCK

The home at 15997 Citrus Knoll Drive, Winter Garden, sold May 2, for $421,978. Built in 2016, it has four bedrooms, four-andone-half baths and 2,842 square feet. The price per square foot is $148.48. LAKE SAWYER SOUTH

The home at 8158 Jailene Drive, Windermere, sold May 2, for $325,000. Built in 2012, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 2,083 square feet. The price per square foot is $156.02. The home at 13161 Vennetta Way, Windermere, sold May 5, for $305,000. Built in 2008, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 2,175 square feet. The price per square foot is $140.23. LAKE SHEEN RESERVE

The home at 9860 Nokway Drive, Orlando, sold May 2, for $435,000. Built in 2003, it has four bedrooms, three baths, a pool and 2,929 square feet. The price per square foot is $148.51. LAKESHORE PRESERVE

The condo at 8859 Lakeshore Pointe Drive, Winter Garden, sold April 29, for $309,995. Built in 2016, it has three bedrooms, two-and-one-half baths and 1,988 square feet. The price per square foot is $155.93. ORCHARD HILLS

The home at 14362 Cedar Hill Drive, Winter Garden, sold April 30, for $340,170. Built in 2016, it has three bedrooms, three baths and 2,213 square feet. The price per square foot is $153.71. The home at 4990 Wildwood

Pointe Road, Winter Garden, sold April 30, for $317,000. Built in 2015, it has four bedrooms, twoand-one-half baths and 2,610 square feet. The price per square foot is $121.46. SUMMERLAKE

The home at 7822 Summerlake Pointe Drive, Winter Garden, sold April 29, for $470,000. Built in 2014, it has five bedrooms, fourand-one-half baths and 4,083 square feet. The price per square foot is $115.11. The home at 15383 Porter Road, Winter Garden, sold April 29, for $397,990. Built in 2015, it has five bedrooms, four baths and 3,907 square feet. The price per square foot is $101.87. The home at 10519 Purple Martin St., Winter Garden, sold May 3, for $372,994. Built in 2016, it has five bedrooms, three baths and 3,258 square feet. The price per square foot is $114.49. The home at 15019 Purple Martin St., Winter Garden, sold April 29, for $372,994. Built in 2016, it has five bedrooms, three baths and 3,288 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $113.44. SUMMERPORT

The home at 4315 Indian Deer Road, Windermere, sold May 2, for $345,000. Built in 2006, it has four bedrooms, three baths, a pool and 2,412 square feet. The price per square foot is $143.03. The home at 14327 Red Cardinal Court, Windermere, sold May 3, for $325,000. Built in 2006, it has four bedrooms, three baths and

2,411 square feet. The price per square foot is $134.80.

WEST ORANGE THORNHILL

The home at 11501 Wakeworth St., Orlando, sold April 29, for $325,000. Built in 2010, it has three bedrooms, two-and-onehalf baths and 2,230 square feet. The price per square foot is $145.74.

WINDERMERE BUTLER RIDGE

The home at 5032 Butler Ridge Drive, Windermere, sold May 5, for $413,500. Built in 1989, it has four bedrooms, two-and-onehalf baths and 2,645 square feet on 1.01 acres. The price per square foot is $156.33. KEENE’S POINTE

The home at 8549 Bowden Way, Windermere, sold April 29, for $435,000. Built in 2003, it has three bedrooms, three baths and 2,566 square feet. The price per square foot is $169.52. MARINA BAY ESTATES

The home at 11056 Clipper Court, Windermere, sold April 29, for $1.1 million. Built in 1986, it has five bedrooms, six baths, a pool and 6,375 square feet. The price per square foot is $172.55. RESERVE AT BELMERE

The home at 11808 Provincial Way, Windermere, sold April 29, for $1.3 million. Built in 2006, it has five bedrooms, six baths, a pool and 5,151 square feet. The price per square foot is $253.86. The home at 1751 Glenwick Drive, Windermere, sold April 29, for $477,500. Built in 2004, it has

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four bedrooms, three baths, a pool and 2,614 square feet. The price per square foot is $182.67. SOUTHERN ACRES

The home at 13486 Southern Way, Windermere, sold April 29, for $500,100. Built in 1995, it has five bedrooms, three baths, a pool and 3,540 square feet. The price per square foot is $141.27. TILDENS GROVE

The home at 13451 Bonica Way, Windermere, sold April 29, for $823,210. Built in 2005, it has five bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 4,789 square feet. The price per square foot is $171.90. The home at 12721 Jacob Grace Court, Windermere, sold April 29, for $657,000. Built in 2002, it has four bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 3,763 square feet. The price per square foot is $174.59. TOWN OF WINDERMERE

The home at 1105 Main St., Windermere, sold May 3, for $430,000. Built in 1964, it has four bedrooms, two-and-one-half baths, a pool and 2,122 square feet. The price per square foot is $202.64. WESTOVER CLUB

The home at 9316 Westover Club Circle, Windermere, sold May 4, for $510,000. Built in 2002, it has five bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 3,593 square feet. The price per square foot is $141.94. WILLOWS AT LAKE RHEA

The home at 11225 Willow Gardens Drive, Windermere, sold May 5, for $625,000. Built in 1994, it has five bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 3,431 square feet. The price per square foot is $182.16.

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Dr. Phillips hurdler Alahni Wood earned a silver medal in the state final. Page 20

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Over the hump A 3-0 regional championship win against University High May 10 in DeLand has West Orange baseball team in the FHSAA Final Four for the first time. STEVEN RYZEWSKI SENIOR SPORTS EDITOR DELAND There has been

a lot of good baseball teams that have taken the field for West Orange High School over the years. Several great players — who have gone on to play Division I college baseball, minor-league ball and even Major League Baseball —

have donned the Warriors’ blueand-orange uniforms. Before this season, though, none of those teams or players had been able to get the tradition-rich program over the hump of making it past the regional playoffs and into the FHSAA Final Four. SEE PREP PAGE 20

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The West Orange Warriors will face Stoneman Douglas at 10 a.m. Friday, May 20, in Fort Myers.

Olympia’s Matt Corales had six kills, four aces and three blocks for the Orange County team in a 3-0 win over Seminole County in the volleyball senior all-star game May 12.

West Orange water polo seniors Dorothy Dennis, Jonathan Nadeau and Terrence Woods were awarded the Bill Marshall Memorial Scholarship by original recipient Mark Weeks (above left).

DP cheer alumnae Kelly Gomez and Mandy Mannarino were both part of champion college cheer teams recently. Gomez is part of an Indiana University team that won the UCA National Championship and a part of Team USA, which won a world championship recently. Mannarino was part of the Louisville University team that won the NCAA National Championship.

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Mason Russell, left, Mitchell Darrow and head coach Jacob Doss are excited to create a new identity for the Windermere Prep football program this year, now that most of the key players from the Lakers’ championship season in 2014 have graduated.

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With almost all the stars from the 2014 undefeated team graduating, new faces will guide the Windermere Prep football program into the next era — starting with the Lakers’ spring game May 19. STEVEN RYZEWSKI SENIOR SPORTS EDITOR

hen the Windermere Prep Lakers take the field May 19 against West Palm Beach’s Berean Christian, the best indicator of the new era the program is entering will be who is taking the snaps. For the first time in more than four years, the starting quarterback for the Lakers will not be Parker Davis. Davis, a senior, is readying for graduation and looking forward to a collegiate basketball career at Rollins College in Winter Park. The departure of the standout signal-caller is the most obvious in a greater sea change for a

program that has seen nearly all of the key playmakers from its undefeated, Sunshine State Athletic Conference-champion team of 2014 graduate. So what does the future hold for Windermere Prep as it looks to conclude its spring season? What sort of identity will the Lakers craft for themselves as they turn their attention to the fall? Surprisingly, for a team at an academic institution such as Windermere Prep — and thanks in part to an investment in strength and conditioning on the part of the school — the new adjective to best describe the Lakers might just be “bruising.” “The kids we have — they’re strong kids,” Lakers head coach Jacob Doss said. “These are

kids who have had the benefit of (Windermere Prep strength) coach (Kyle) Gilbert for four years now. I think we will have a bruising mentality. … They crave the weight room — they want to be there.” The outlook Doss has isn’t unique to him, either. Mason Russell, a rising sophomore fullback/linebacker for Windermere Prep and an example of the Lakers’ pivot toward physicality with his own bruising running style, sums up the team’s new identity in three words. “Big, strong, physical,” Russell said. “We’re still a little young, but we definitely have really good, athletic kids.” SEE PREP PAGE 21

“These are kids who have had the benefit of (Windermere Prep strength) coach (Kyle) Gilbert for four years now. I think we will have a bruising mentality. … They crave the weight room — they want to be there.” — Lakers head coach Jacob Doss

Last weekend, the Orlando Area Rowing Society participated in regionals in Sarasota and successfully qualified five boats for nationals June 9 to 12 in Princeton, New Jersey.

DPHS alum Darius Johnson, an offensive lineman who played for Middle Tennessee State, signed a contract with the Detroit Lions.

CFCA taps new football coach CFCA has concluded its search for a new football coach, naming Chris Cook as the program’s newest head man May 16. Cook, a native of Wauchula, previously served as an assistant at Sebring High and Hardee High. Most recently, Cook was part of a staff at Hardee that guided the Wildcats to a 12-2 season, a district championship and the third round of the FHSAA Class 6A State Playoffs. Cook also will serve as the Upper School Dean of Students and a physical education teacher.

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Alahni Wood Alahni Wood made it all the way to the state final in hurdles for Dr. Phillips, where she finished second to earn a silver medal. She will continue running for Florida A&M.

Which of your many events is your favorite? I really like the triple jump — I think jumping is my favorite. But I’m better in hurdles. To me, (jumping) is the easiest. What got you into track and field? My mom said when I was little I used to run everywhere. She’d say, “Go get this;” I’d run to the kitchen. “Go get that;” I’d run and go get it. She thought, “Well, I’m just going to put her in track, because she likes to run everywhere.” Ever since then, it’s been my sport. What’s it like to cap your high-school career with a silver at states? I didn’t start off doing hurdles. I was a sprinter doing the 100, but I was just slow. So my coach was like, “I know you can jump, so you can try hurdling.” I was like, “Hurdles? What?” She put me in there — I was so slow, running 16 (seconds). Then over the years, I just started learning how to three-step. It’s been a journey. It’s been amazing watching myself increase and my time drop until it’s really good — 13 seconds now from 16.

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YEAR: Senior HEIGHT: 5-foot-4 EVENTS: Hurdles, long jump, triple jump, 4x100 relay, 4x400 relay, 300 hurdles, 400 hurdles JUMPING FOOT: Right BIRTHDAY: Oct. 9, 1997 BIRTHPLACE: Orlando

What’s your favorite memory from the team? When I broke 13, that was amazing. Everybody was like, “Oh my God, you did it! You did it!” Last year, I did 14.1 at Florida relays, and then I did 14.01, I think, at districts. And I was still trying to hit 13, and I couldn’t do it. This year, I tried again, tried again, tried again – and I could not hit 13. At regionals, the gun went off, but I thought somebody had false-started, so I stopped. But then everybody kept going, so I had to play catchup, and playing catch-up got me in the 13s. I don’t know how. That was weird. I guess I ran mad, because I was not supposed to get beaten, and I got second.

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That all changed at Stetson University’s Melching Field May 10 in DeLand in the FHSAA Class 9A, Region 1 Championship. There, the Warriors (27-2) rode the arms of Tyler Baum and Cole Beavin to a 3-0 victory against host University (Orange City) — and into the state tournament for the first time. The win gave West Orange its first regional title and advanced the Warriors to play in a state semifinal May 20: West Orange will take on Parkland’s Douglas High at 10 a.m. at jetBlue Park in Fort Myers. Baum got the win for the Warriors, allowing just three hits over five innings while striking out 10. Beavin came on for the two-inning save, earning all six outs by way of strikeout in front of a crowd of roughly 1,500. For Baum, a senior, the significance of the achievement was not lost upon him in the postgame celebration. “We came into West Orange as a freshman class and knew that we wanted to get something done,” Baum said. “It took until our senior year, but we’re glad to do it for (head coach Jesse) Marlo and everybody on this team.”

What made you choose Florida A&M? Well, my cousin goes there. All my family, they went there. I wanted to go there, but I didn’t really want to go there if I had other choices. But then I saw they really care about you. My cousin, she said she really loves her school. She’s participating in all the clubs and stuff, and she’s like, “They really care about you.” Have you thought of a major? Yes, I want to study biology, pre-dentistry. I want to be an orthodontist. I love teeth. It sounds weird, but ever since I was little, I just wanted to do something with teeth. I love braces — I wanted them, but my parents said, “You don’t need them.” I’m going to get those. (laughs)

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WHEN: 10 a.m. Friday, May 20 vs. Stoneman Douglas (Parkland); championship 4:05 p.m. Saturday, May 21 WHERE: jetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Drive, Fort Myers COST: $9 admission, $10 parking ($50 for fan buses) WATCH: Bright House Sports Network (championship only) WEBCAST: NFHS Network (semifinal only)

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Do you have a favorite animal? I always loved dogs, but I want a hamster now. I always wanted a pet hamster.

MEET THE TEAMS STONEMAN DOUGLAS EAGLES (PARKLAND) HEAD COACH: Todd Fitzgerald, 103-29 (Fifth season) RECORD: 25-2 LAST FINAL FOUR APPEARANCE: Never TEAM LEADERS: LHP Brandon Kaminer (10-0, 67 IP, 74 K, 0.46 ERA); 1B John McKenna (6 HR, 30 RBIs, .386 AVG); SS Colton Welker (5 HR, 31 R, .521 AVG) FUN FACT: Both Eagle losses were by one run. Since March 22, the Eagles have won 12 straight, but five of their past six games have been won by one run.

Although Baum and Beavin were strong on the mound, the Warriors took a while to truly get going at the plate against University ace Logan Allen. After stranding four runners in the first four innings, including three in scoring position, West Orange finally broke through in a wild fifth inning. Kole Enright had reached on a fielder’s choice, and Bobby Head drew a walk that sparked the ire of the University dugout, setting up Chris Seise, who singled in the go-ahead pair of runs to start the scoring. “The first two at-bats, I was struggling ... my goal was just to put the ball in play and hopefully it would find a hole — and that’s what it did,” Seise said. “We hit all year. We knew we could hit (Allen) — no one is un-hittable.” In the aftermath of the hit by Seise that scored the two crucial runs, Allen reacted in such a way that the home plate umpire ejected the Titans ace. That decision prompted a heated discussion between University manager Frank Martello and the umpire, resulting in Martello’s ejection, as well. Michael Harkcom came on in relief for University and surrendered a run in the top of the seventh as West Orange’s pinch-hitter extraordinaire, Gerry Brown, doubled in Justin Holmes, who was pinch-running for Matt Coello. “We kept on going at it until balls started falling for us,” Marlo said. The Warriors’ first trip to the state tournament is a particularly exciting achievement for Marlo, who is in his 12th season as the program’s head coach. “I can honestly say I’ve never had a team, from top-to-bottom, that grinds as hard as these guys,” Marlo said.

COLUMBUS EXPLORERS (MIAMI) HEAD COACH: Joe Weber, 493142 (20th season) RECORD: 23-9 LAST FINAL FOUR APPEARANCE: 2015 (champions) TEAM LEADERS: LHP Andy Arguelles (13-1, 80 IP, 122 K, 0.87 ERA); 1B Danny Bello (4 HR, 22 RBIs, .298 AVG); OF Hernen Sardinas (9 HR, 31 RBIs, .333 AVG) FUN FACT: World Series champion and San Diego Padres outfielder John Jay was on the 2003 Columbus state championship team, and World Series winner and perennial All-Star Alex Rodriguez of the New York Yankees played two seasons for Columbus. ALONSO RAVENS (TAMPA) HEAD COACH: Landy Faedo, 296-109 (14th season) RECORD: 24-6 LAST FINAL FOUR APPEARANCE: 2011 (champions) TEAM LEADERS: LHP Jordan Butler (7-0, 46 IP, 56 K, 0.58 ERA, 4 HR, 34 RBIs, .436 AVG); IF Jose Ciccarello (1 HR, 31 R, .400 AVG) FUN FACT: Five Ravens are college commits: Jordan Butler and Jose Ciccarello (Florida), Jared DeSantolo (Florida Atlantic), Ryan Mejia (Florida State) and Mason Turner (Ave Maria).

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Whether at a national event as close as the Orlando YMCA Aquatic Center or an international competition in Martinique, the Southwest Stars Swim Club was making big splashes this spring. In March, members of the team took a short ride from their Winter Garden home at Southwest Aquatics to Dr. Phillips for the 2016 National Club Swimming Association Age Group Championships. The girls’ team finished seventh there, led by Addison Reese’s nine top-five finishes. Addison, 10, earned bronze medals in the 50-yard breaststroke (35.26 seconds), the 100yard breaststroke (1:16.61) and the 500-yard freestyle (5:46.46). She accounted for 142 of the girls’ 414 points in her 10 events. “I was swimming when I was really little, but I was on the team when I was 6,” Addison said. Since then, she has excelled, to the point she is one of the youngest swimmers in her practice group. Addison, of Summerport, seems ever ready for a challenge, given her enjoyment of racing friends and choosing butterfly — the most difficult of four traditional strokes — as her favorite. “There’s some of my best races when I do butterfly, and I just really like it,” she said. So being in the water is a lot of fun, but Addison’s focus sharpens at race time. She always wants

Regan Allen’s 4:53.46 time in the CARIFTA Games 400-meter freestyle earned third place among girls born in 2003 or 2004.

to improve her best times and thrives on having to work hardest among swimmers as much as three years older. Regan Allen, 13, would be a good role model. While Addison was in Dr. Phillips, Regan was in Martinique, competing for Trinidad & Tobago in the CARIFTA Games. Regan, who lives near Lake Butler, earned bronze in the 400-meter freestyle among girls born in 2003 or 2004 with a time of 4:53.46. “I always liked the water, so my parents thought I should get into swimming … when I was 9,” Regan said. “I just go all over the Caribbean — anywhere in there, I’ll be swimming.” This includes a trip to Barbados if she again qualifies with a proper

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Addison Reese finished fifth or better in nine events for her age group, including three third-place finishes.

time for Trinidad & Tobago. Her mother’s dual citizenship enables her to swim for that nation. But that does not make such trips family affairs. “When I travel, I don’t get to see my parents a lot,” Regan said. “I have to stay with the team, and my parents aren’t even at the same hotel.” Like Addison, Regan prefers swimming with her friends, and the team accomplishments from relays particularly appeal to her. Respectively, they have six and eight practices per week, meaning ample time for freestyle and friendships.

“We feel better prepared and that we have more stamina. Really, you have more confidence when going up against your opponent.” — senior Mitchell Darrow

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In a conference such as the SSAC, which features similarly sized private schools, that physical edge the Lakers believe they have can go a long way. “We feel better prepared and that we have more stamina,” rising senior Mitchell Darrow said. “Really, you have more confidence when going up against your opponent.” Darrow is the one notable holdover from the Lakers’ championship season. As a sophomore, teammates voted über-athletic Darrow as the team’s defensive MVP in 2014 and as the team’s overall MVP for 2015. He was also a captain as a junior. And although Darrow has been asked by Doss to do a little of everything over the years, he has always had his eye on the quarterback position, and that job is likely his going forward.

“He’s a winner … he’s that kid that people will follow him — he’s got that presence,” Doss said of Darrow. “He has no problem running the football, and that’s something we like to see him do.” Between Darrow and Russell, Doss envisions a rush-heavy attack that can still throw it around to a talented receiver such as Will Seelman. The offensive line for the Lakers boasts experience and has made substantial strength gains in the offseason, so Windermere Prep will want to become a team that dictates the tempo of a game and controls the clock. On defense, although there are holes that need filling from graduation, a transition to a 3-4 scheme has been embraced by the program as an imperative in a conference like the SSAC, to where many teams are looking spread out the defense. One thing the Lakers will have to contend with in 2016 is an ever-improving SSAC. The league itself, which Windermere Prep dominated in 2014, had an improved feel in 2015. Working in the Lakers’ favor, though, is a feeling of continuity as Doss has kept his staff almost entirely intact over the past six seasons. “I think that (winning) culture has been created here … the kids have bought in,” Doss said. “I think this is a very unique place to work. … We really protect this place; it’s something that we love.”

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