County sides with the Rays Commission supports organization’s exploration of stadium options ... Page 4A. Jazz vocalist Jane Monheit to perform at Largo Cultural Center Cultural Center also will host an Interactive Beatles Experience Feb. 8 ... Page 1B.

Volume XXXV, No. 29 www.TBNweekly.com February 7, 2013 LARGO Briarwood project restarted Plans for apartment complex on Seminole Boulevard to be renegotiated By JULIANA A. TORRES mission also approved in November a new land use would be sufficient and whether the estimated traffic Runners in the 5K Play Dirty obstacle designation for the property, termed “residential high,” increase of 140 cars was a realistic projection for 260 LARGO – Largo city commissioners agreed Feb. 5 to a change that had to be approved at the county level by apartments. The residents of the adjacent properties, course push up the mud pit created in the the parameters of a renegotiated agreement with the the Pinellas Planning Council. who live in townhomes and mobile homes, have spoke Largo Central Park Nature Preserve Feb. current owners of the Briarwood RV Park, who want to Residents of the nearby Coastal Ridge townhomes out against the proposed height of the buildings as well. 2. See page 3A. develop the 13.8-acre property into a 260-unit apart- and Palm Hill Mobile Home Park have protested against “How would you … like to have a four-story apart- ment complex. the proposed complex at both the city and county level. ment building staring down at your backyard with your The property at 2098 Seminole Blvd. was annexed The presentation to the commission Feb. 5 was not a kids out there playing or your wife in the back?” Chase Truck, Clown Day into the city in August, after the commission approved public hearing, but Barry Chase, president of Coastal asked the commission. an annexation agreement that would cap development Ridge Homeowners Association, raised several concerns However, Tom Morrissette, president of the Central is this weekend of the land at 19 units per acre, allowing the exact during general public comment. amount of apartments the owners intended. The com- Chase questioned whether the planned drainage See BRIARWOOD, page 4A Bring the whole family to enjoy the fun of Touch-a-Truck and Florida Clown Day on Saturday, Feb. 9, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Largo Central Park. ... Page 2B. Chinese New Year celebrated in Largo park POLICE BEAT By JULIANA A. TORRES LARGO – More than Man jailed for 2,000 people attended Tampa Bay’s first Chi- nese New Year celebra- attempted murder tion in Largo Central Pinellas County Park Feb, 2, organized sheriff’s deputies ar- by Suncoast Association rested a Largo man of Chinese Americans Feb. 1 in connection and the Chinese-Ameri- with a shooting in can Association of the Coral Way neigh- Tampa Bay. borhood. “It was considered very Around 7:10 p.m. successful,” said Jessica Friday, a deputy pa- Tien, spokeswoman for trolling the Coral Trevon Griffin the organizations. Way neighborhood “We received a lot of heard what sounded like a gunshot, then congratulation. A lot of a woman’s scream for help. praises.” ... Page 6A. The four-hour pro- gram featured the drag- on and lion dances, folk BUSINESS dances, kung fu demon- strations and Chinese music as well as games, food and arts. The Chinese New Year officially begins Sunday, Feb. 10. In Chinese tra- dition, 2013 is the year of the snake, which sym- bolizes wisdom and good To celebrate the opening of a new business. People born in outdoor dining patio, the Central Pinellas a year of the snake Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a which happens every 12 ribbon-cutting ceremony at Village Inn. years, are said to be in- Students from the See page 9A. telligent, insightful and Tampa Chinese School influential. perform a lion dance, The year also marks above, and a dragon the first time the local SCHOOLS dance, at left, during Chinese organizations the Chinese New Year tried to host an outdoor Teachers earn celebration at Largo event. The groups are al- Central Park Feb. 2. Foundation grants ready negotiating with For more photos, see page 4A. The Pinellas Education Foundation re- Largo for use of the park cently announced the teacher grant re- next year, Tien said. cipients for the 2012-13 Teach for “We really love the Excellence Grant, WorkNet Career venue,” she added. Photos by JIM LAYFIELD Grant, Achieva Credit Union Grant, and Progress Energy Grant. ... Page 12A. A simple message County begins VIEWPOINTS Coach teaches kids about fitness, foods and fun Bob Driver veterans services By JULIANA A. TORRES “Raise your hand if you had a two minutes of running in Party talk: what to soda last night,” McIntosh said, place. But after only a few mo- do about guns. See LARGO – On the day after the adding about chicken wings to ments, he cut in. action plan Bob Driver’s column. Super Bowl, Brandon McIntosh the poll. “Raise your hand if you “Stop, stop, stop. Guys, what’s … Page 11A. had his work cut out for him. had over four pieces of pizza the deal today?” he asked, de- By SUZETTE PORTER The participants of the Fit last night.” manding better form from his Kids program, children and “I had three!” one child vol- sluggish and talkative class. “I CLEARWATER – Pinellas County Administrator Bob LaSala pre- their parents alike, were slow to unteered. want to see the knees up. Now sented a Veterans Services action plan Feb. 5. circle around their coach as McIntosh, a recreation pro- you got three minutes. Ready? The plan was presented at the end of an advertised work session they gathered on the Southwest gram supervisor for the city of on the budget forecast for the years 2014-2023. Recreation Complex field Feb. 4. Largo, started the class with See FIT KIDS, page 4A The county came under fire at the Jan. 29 commission meeting Features when many veterans and veterans’ advocates crowded the room to speak on inadequate staffing of the county’s Veterans Services Unit Business ...... 8-9A and a lack of response to people needing assistance with claims. Classifieds ...... 7-9B Three of the five Veterans Services Officers positions are currently Community ...... 7A unfilled. Two new hires are expected to begin work within three County ...... 4-6A weeks, but will need to be trained, tested and certified, which could Entertainment ...... 1-6B take up to six months. The senior VSO position also is vacant. Faith & family ...... 14A LaSala said staff expects to fill that position within 60 days. Just for fun ...... 2B The consensus from the Jan. 29 discussion was that two VSOs Largo ...... 2-3A could not handle the need. LaSala was asked to take immediate steps to fix the situation. Outdoors ...... 15A He announced Feb. 5 that Hillsborough County was offering imme- Pet connection ...... 10A diate assistance by providing a VSO three days a week. Another VSO Police beat ...... 6A provided by Florida Department of Veterans Affairs will begin work Schools ...... 12-13A three days a week on Feb. 7. A retired former Health and Human Serv- Viewpoints ...... 11A ices VSO has agreed to volunteer 20 hours a week beginning Feb. 11 to help with the backlog of phone calls and assist walks-ins and veter- Call 397-5563 Photo by JULIANA A. TORRES ans who schedule appointments. The VSO assigned to the St. For News & Advertising Largo recreation program supervisor and coach Brandon McIntosh, in the blue sneakers, leads the Fit Kids group on a run at Southwest Recreation Complex Feb. 4. 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day, Feb. 9, starting at 8 a.m. 11 a.m. to noon, at the Southwest Recreation Center. Largo Central Park Sharon DeBartolo Carmack will be the guest speaker. She is an au- Wear red to help celebrate. The participation of a parent, grandpar- The Largo Central Park is at 101 Central Park Drive. Within the park thor of several books and articles and is widely recognized as an excel- ent or caregiver is required. are Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive, and the Largo Public lent genealogist. The cost is $5 in advance or $8 on the day of the event. Library, at 120 Central Park Drive. For information about special events, Registration will be accepted the morning of the seminar at the li- call 587-6740, ext. 5014 or visit LargoEvents.com brary. The cost is $50 and includes breakfast and lunch. Kids Only Saturday Night Fun LARGO –The Southwest Complex will open the game lounge and Touch-a-Truck and Florida Clown Day Largo Community Center gymnasium just for children to play games and activities on Saturday, LARGO – Bring the whole family to enjoy the fun of Touch-a-Truck Feb. 16, 5 to 8 p.m. and Florida Clown Day on Saturday, Feb. 9, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Largo Community Center is at 400 Alt. Keene Road. Visit Largo A child registration form is required. This program will be held at the Largo Central Park. CommunityCenter.com or call 518-3131. same time as the tennis socials and is open to all kids between the At the 20th annual event, children will get to climb, honk and play ages of 5 and 10. around in every vehicle you can imagine, including fire trucks, dump Weekly events The cost is, with a recreation card, $2 for residents and $2.50 for trucks, motorcycles, buses, military vehicles, a Bayflight helicopter, • Square dancing: Fridays, 7:30 to 9:45 p.m. Spend the evening nonresidents or $5.50 without a card. 18-wheeler and more. dancing country-style to professional caller Allen Snell. The cost is $6. Florida Clown Day, brought to you by the Uptown Clown Alley, will • Open Air Market: Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Browse through a feature more than 100 clowns from all across the state of Florida. variety of vendors in a market featuring local produce, crafters, food, Highland Recreation Complex These clowns will entertain friends and family with balloon animals, jewelry, artists and entertainment. Highland Recreation Complex is at 400 Highland Ave. Visit High- face painting, goofy tricks and lots of laughs. • Swing dancing: Saturdays, 7 to 11 p.m. – Enjoy an evening of landRecreation.com or call 518-3016. During construction, the complex Kids of all ages will enjoy inflatables, train rides, rocket ship car dancing and socializing on a 5,600-square-foot sprung hardwood floor. is accessible from Lake Avenue. rides and a delicious food court in the middle of the park at this free Free lessons from 7 to 8 p.m., followed by a dance with music by DJ is event. Some of the attractions will require a wristband. Limited on-site Savoy Swing. The cost is $6 with a recreation card and $7 without a Little Lucky Leprechaun parking will be available, or park for free at Largo High School or Largo recreation card. LARGO – Enjoy themed crafts, snacks and games at Little Lucky Middle School. • Bay Area Singles dance: Sundays, 6 to 10 p.m. Dress to impress, Leprechaun on Friday, Feb. 22, 11 a.m. to noon, at the Highland and join about 150 singles and friends of all ages to dance to an exten- Recreation Complex Business Expo sive music library to fit every taste. Cost is $8. The cost is $5 in advance or $8 on the day of the event. The partici- LARGO – In conjunction with the Touch-a-Truck event, the city of pation of a parent, grandparent or caregiver is required. Largo will host its first annual outdoor community wide business expo on Wednesday, Feb. 9, 11 a.m., to 4 p.m., at Largo Central Park. Southwest Recreation Complex Zumba Bash Learn about services, products and programs local businesses and Southwest Recreation Complex, which includes an aquatic complex, is LARGO – Join the Zumba Bash on Saturday, Feb. 23, 6 to 8 p.m., in Largo Recreation facility instructors could offer to you and your family. at 13120 Vonn Road. Call 518-3125 for recreation or 518-3126 for the the gymnasium at Highland Recreation Complex. The event is free. For more information, call 587-6740, ext. 5008. pool. Visit PlayLargo.com. The event will feature raffle prizes, healthy snacks and nonstop Zumba. All adults and children 8 and up are encouraged to come to Genealogy seminar My Little Valentine experience the mix of music, fitness and fun. 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Year of the Snake Tampa International CEO shares vision By LESTER R. DAILEY

CLEARWATER - Forty-one years ago, a former World War II airfield was transformed into what was generally considered to be the best air- port in the world, and the first to use the “people movers” that have be- come standard equipment in many major airports. Now, the airport’s CEO, Joe Lapano, has unveiled the results of a $1.8-million study aimed at making Tampa International Airport even better. “The design of the airport was brilliant 41 years ago” but is now showing its age,” Lapono told the Clearwater City Council at its Febru- ary 4 work session. “And when we studied the problems, we found many opportunities.” Congestion at curbside and on the nearby roadways is a major problem, and Lapano attributes much of it to rental cars that are rent- ed in remote locations and driven to the terminal to load, unload or park. The plan advocates turning the underutilized “South Develop- ment Area” near the existing post office on the approach road to the terminal into a one-stop shopping center with rental car storage and maintenance, restaurants, hotels for humans and pets, a convenience store and other amenities. From there, passengers could step off the people-mover and onto a train for the 1.5-mile trip to the terminal. “This (South Development Area project) will be a huge opportunity for the airport,” Lapano told the councilmembers. “This will be the most efficient rental car facility in the country.” In addition, many of the airport’s 573 employees, and some of the nearly 6,500 employees of airlines, restaurants and other services at the airport, could be moved from the terminal to the “South Develop- ment Area” and provided with parking spaces for their cars there. That would eliminate, or at least postpone, the necessity to build a new ter- minal. Terminal usage has actually declined over the past few years. “En- planements” peaked at 9.5 million passengers a year in 2007 but then dropped to its current 8.5 million when the double-whammy of the economic crisis and the BP oil spill took a severe toll on Gulf Coast tourism, according to a graph Lapano supplied. But Lapano expects Florida tourism to rebound in the coming years. Above, Dominique He predicts that annual “enplanements” will reach about 14.4 million Fernandez, left, 7, and by 2031, and the main terminal passenger count, both inbound and Ashley Leighton, 7, outbound, will be double that number. both of Tampa check He expects to accommodate those crowds by demolishing the cur- Images courtesy of the CITY OF CLEARWATER out the Third Prince at rent Marriott Hotel and building a new one elsewhere on the airport’s Shown top is how the South Development Area currently is laid out. the Chinese New Year property. He also plans to expand the current terminal building a bit. Above are the plans for how to make the South Development Area Celebration in Largo Government agencies such as Customs and TSA will be relocated to more efficient and effective. Central Park Feb. 2. At more central locations, and some airport businesses may be moved or left, Ying Wu, left, of eliminated. “What I showed you is going to be expensive, but it’s fundable,” La- Tampa and Ping Wang “With that plan, we can go through 2041 without touching the pano told the councilmembers. “It’s going to cost over a billion (dol- of Orlando, members north” end of the airport, Lapano said. And it will avoid the expense of lars). But you don’t have to spend the money until you need to.” of the Sunshine Dance building a new terminal. While praising the plan, Clearwater Mayor George Cretekos said Group, came prepared “We have a brilliant airport” terminal, he said, “Let’s just stay with that he hopes the changes will include ground transportation to Clear- for the sun. what we have.” water and other Pinellas County destinations. Lapano replied that Noting that airline travel is “a pretty flat market in the U.S.” Lapano ground transportation to nearby cities is not the airport’s responsibili- said that support services are a growing percentage of his airport’s in- ty, but he agreed that it is sorely needed. Photos by JIM LAYFIELD come. But the airline picture isn’t entirely bleak because international “I got a non-stop flight to Zurich,” Lapano said. “But I can’t get a travelers are filling some of the void, he added. non-stop bus to Tampa.”

BRIARWOOD, from page 1A southern border and 200 feet from the northern side, Stricklin said. “By providing those very large setbacks, we feel we have addressed Medals of Gallantry Pinellas Chamber of Commerce, voiced support for the complex. that concern, in addition to the required buffering between the proper- During the Feb. 5 meeting, Fire Chief Mike Wallace presented “We believe it’s a good project,” he said. “We have a lot of business- ties,” she said. Medals of Gallantry to two firefighters who acted quickly to save a es down there that will benefit greatly by the project just by bringing Three-story buildings will be required to be at least 20 feet from the man’s life while off duty. people in.” property line, and four-story buildings set back at least 45 feet, city On the evening of Oct. 23, Lt. Shaun Carroll and Firefighter At a public hearing in December, the Pinellas Planning Council de- Planner Jesus Nino said. cided to not approve the residential high land use designation for the The agreement also specifies not only a maximum of four stories for Paramedic Kyle Lighthiser were working out at the CrossFit of Briarwood property, citing some of the neighboring residents’ concerns any buildings, but a maximum height of 70 feet, which will allow for Tampa Bay gym in Largo when one of the patrons collapsed. With about density and building layout. The council “did not feel comfort- some architectural leniency in the design of the roof. a gym full of bystanders, Carroll and Lighthiser immediately able relying upon the city’s annexation agreement,” Largo Community The 30-year agreement also requires the property owners to connect began performing CPR, telling another patron to call 911. Before Development Director Carol Stricklin explained. the development to the city’s sidewalk system and provide a bike rack. the patient left the gym, he had regained a pulse and was awake, However, standards established in a development agreement would It also specifies a minimum ratio of 1.5 parking spaces per unit. though not fully alert. Carroll drove to the hospital and met the require public hearings at the city and county level before the develop- Commissioner Robert Murray pointed out that the development man in the emergency room while Lighthiser stayed back to help ers made any changes in the future. The property owners, Dockside agreement gave the city more control and the nearby residents more debrief the witnesses. Investors VII and BDC Investors II, acquiesced to the council’s sugges- say at required public hearings. By contrast, a planned project with up “If you’re working out at a gym and somebody collapses and tion to pursue a development agreement. to 118 units would not have needed commission approval. you have the forethought and the calm to work through a cardiac The proposed agreement outlines much of the same parameters the Mayor Pat Gerard requested that the agreement specify that the arrest while your off duty, I think that very much characterizes annexation agreement established, such as limiting development to 19 apartment buildings be placed toward the southern end of the proper- gallantry,” Wallace said. units per acre. ty, away from the established residential communities. “The development agreement will simply cap the number of units to “I think the surrounding neighborhoods would appreciate that,” make it clear to the Pinellas Planning Council the exact nature of the she said. W. Bay Drive, within the Community Redevelopment District. The product,” Stricklin said. If necessary approvals were obtained, Nino said the apartment proj- building will appear to be two stories, as normally required within the The property owners also have agreed to a preliminary site plan that ect was not projected to break ground until “close to 2015.” corridor. places the apartment buildings further toward the interior of the prop- The draft development agreement also states that the apartments • Approved the Public Works Department’s purchase of 16 vehicles erty, away from the townhomes and mobile homes at its north and would be sold at market rate and not as affordable housing. for a total of about $1.7 million. northwest borders. Parking and landscaping along the exterior provide In other items, the commission also: • Approved support of the Florida League of Cities’ 2013 legislative the additional space between the residences, up to 150 feet from the • Allowed the plans for a new, one-story Chase Bank building at 801 action agenda.

FIT KIDS, from page 1A really attracted to him. They real- food logs to take home, but want- ly listen to what he says,” she ex- ed a better way to communicate Go! Run!” plained. “He was incredibly the principles of healthy eating to McIntosh said started the Fit motivating, an optimistic coach.” their parents. Kids program, which meets on When McIntosh started the Fit In April 2012, Kiriazis sug- Mondays and Thursdays nights at Kids program in May 2010, Kiri- gested they partner up to write a 5:30, because he saw the epidem- azis signed up her boys, Winch- straightforward, informative ic of childhood obesity firsthand. ester and Zachary, who are now book that would carry McIn- “I saw kids in the summer time 12 and 10, respectively. tosh’s simple message. They met with sweaters and hoodies on,” he “I had never heard of a pro- every weekend for about six explained. “I’d ask them, ‘Why are gram that talked to kids about months before self-publishing you wearing that? It’s hot outside.’” nutrition as well as did exercise “Fit Kids for Life: A Parent’s The children said they were with them. All activities I’d been Guide to Raising Healthy Chil- covering up their weight. They to with my kids involved exercise dren” in November. didn’t want to be bullied. He real- followed by candy or junk food of- The book is useful at all levels ized that their weight was causing fered as a reward for perform- and ages, said Kiriazis explaining depression and low self-esteem. ance,” Kiriazis said. “It drove me that her adult and senior patients “I was seeing kids run around absolutely bonkers as a doctor.” have said they’ve found the book here not really happy with their Kiriazis, who works full-time as helpful. While she’s not a pedia- bodies,” McIntosh said. “Some of a primary care physician, said trician, treating parents is part of she saw her own kids growing in the continuum of promoting a them starve themselves, which is Above, coach Brandon McIntosh so bad.” confidence, strength and agility healthy lifestyle. leads the Fit Kids class in a The realization was eye-open- through the program. She “As a parent, you’re probably running drill. At left, McIntosh ing, he said. McIntosh, who has a thought McIntosh’s idea should not thinking, ‘Well I have to take and Dr. Chrisoula Kiriazis background in sports manage- be expanded. care of myself and be healthy be- collaborated on the book “Fit Kids ment for major league baseball “Brandon began a program cause that’s important for my for Life,” pictured below. teams, grieved to see children so that built on the momentum of kids.’ But that’s really the truth. stressed out by adult problems. what’s happening in this coun- If you’re not healthy, you can’t “A kid should be a kid,” he try,” she said. “It’s not just taking take care of your kids,” she said. said. “My program emphasizes them to the soccer field, it’s about McIntosh said he’s spreading making fitness fun, in a way that teaching them how they should the word about his fitness pro- it’s not for punishment.’ be eating.” gram through local pediatricians. Instead of punishing kids with Fit Kids also is unique in that He’d like to some day tour hospi- push-ups or laps for poor behav- it encourages parents to join their tals and other recreation centers ior, McIntosh makes the activity children in the workout. But to reach a greater audience with engaging. He mixes the very basic McIntosh said he was continually his message of fun, fitness and workouts with a bit of competi- stymied in gaining parental par- healthy eating. tion, camaraderie and his own ticipation on the nutritional as- “I like changing kids’ lives. kid magnetism that was immedi- pect of the program. That’s our future,” he said. ately apparent to Chrisoula Kiri- “The kid doesn’t buy the food, For more about the program or azis when she first brought his the kid doesn’t have a job, so the to purchase the book “Be a Fit two boys to his flag football pro- parent has to be on board too,” Kid,” visit www.beafitkid.org. Pro- gram four years ago. he said. ceeds from the $10 book are do- “He has lots of energy; kids are He provided the children with nated back to charitable causes. Photos by JULIANA A. TORRES

VETERANS, from page 1A program manager, LaSala said. power of attorney to help,” he said. It costs the county an estimated $500,000 to The newly hired VSOs are scheduled to attend a Claims processed by the county are passed on to provide veterans services. Commissioner Norm Petersburg office will work out of the Clearwater office four-day training course in March. Hillsborough one of the accredited organizations, he said. Roche suggested using that money to assist the two days a week. County will provide training for the VSOs prior to He said the figure of $57 million in claims for the 11 organizations instead of running a separate LaSala estimated that the backlog would be the March training. county in 2012, as presented by the FDVA, was in- program. cleared within three weeks. In addition, Health and Human Services will correct. He said it was only $44 million and that “We (the county) assist with the most difficult Hillsborough County agreed to provide a loaner monitor the phone backlog, appointment scheduling the county’s office contributed about $16 million of cases, the ones that are hard to get into the sys- VSO for two weeks to one month, after which time and walk-in traffic daily to ensure the action plan is that total. tem,” said Commissioner Karen Seel. staff will assess future needs for that assistance. working for the next three months. Afterwards, He also disputes the assertion that revenue gen- She said county VSOs had been able to provide The FDVA will provide a VSO for two months with monthly monitoring and reports will be done to eval- erated by claims would go down due to the county’s that help because “we had a very skilled staff.” the possibility for more time if needed. uate the efficiency of the program. problem with staffing. Commissioners also talked about the communi- The county’s Veterans Services will have five LaSala pointed to misinformation that came from “I don’t expect to see a drop in revenue, I believe it cation issue between staff and the veterans. VSOs in addition to office support specialists and the Jan. 29 meeting and stressed the point that the will be an increase,” he said. “There was clearly a communication issue,” Com- case managers, according to the action plan. The county was only one of 11 places where veterans He said so far for the first quarter of 2013, the mission Chair Ken Welch said. “We need to elimi- Veterans Services Unit is currently, and will contin- could get assistance with their claims. numbers are up and he expects the numbers to ex- nate the backlog and make sure the same problems ue to be, supervised by a senior VSO, as well as a “Pinellas County is not accredited but does have ceed previous years. don’t happen again.”

© Tampa Bay Newspapers: All rights reserved www.tbnweekly.com Leader, February 7, 2013 County 5A Commission sides with Tampa Bay Rays on stadium issue By SUZETTE PORTER past efforts,” he said. Welch wanted assurances that serious considera- Fans can bring in their own food and drink. The He thanked the city of St. Petersburg Council and tion would be given to sites in Pinellas. team has offered free parking as an added incentive, CLEARWATER – Pinellas County Commissioners the mayor, but said, “We’re just a baseball team and “Given the substantial investment by Pinellas as well as promotions and after-game concerts. support the Tampa Bay Rays’ request to explore sta- we try to provide some entertainment nightly.” County, we have quite a stake in this,” he said. “We really need to get the message out about how dium locations outside the county. He said in the Tampa Bay region about 100 mil- Sternberg assured Welch that sites in Pinellas good this team is,” Commissioner John Morroni The commission favors doing whatever is best to lion hours were spent each season watching Tampa would be considered. said. “People are focusing on negativity. We need to keep a major league baseball in Tampa Bay – even Bay Rays’ games, either at the Trop or on TV, which “It’s not our intent to do anything other than fol- remember the positive.” though the preference is to keep the Rays in Pinellas. is good but not good enough. low up on the ABC report,” Sternberg said. Sternberg said more people coming to the games Commission Chair Ken Welch invited Rays’ offi- “We’ve had a great five year run,” he said. “But, Welch said the debt for Tropicana Field would be would make a big difference. cials to attend the Feb. 29 commission meeting. He attendance is just not up to snuff. Season tickets paid by 2015. He said it was time to “broaden our “If we could just get everyone to show up once in said it was time to have an “important conversation are the lifeblood of baseball and other sports teams thinking” and look to the future. a while,” he said. for our community and our partners, the Tampa because we make our annual plans on the sales.” Commissioner Janet Long asked Sternberg what Sternberg said the team didn’t aspire to “get to be Bay Rays.” The team has less than 1,000 season ticket hold- it would take to move the conversation forward be- the Yankees, but we have to get to average (atten- “It was a long endeavor to get baseball in our ers and fewer than 300 in St. Petersburg. tween the team and Mayor Foster. dance).” community,” he said, while recognizing the county’s “Having 300 home city season ticket holders is “I don’t know,” he replied. “If I had any sense of it, St. Petersburg City Council Chair Karl Nurse said partnership with the citizens of St. Petersburg and not enough,” he said. I would have already done it.” the way to get past the stalemate was “to take the city officials. Last year, the team ranked last in attendance of “It saddens me that we have to have this conversa- first step.” However, due to restrictions that are part of the all other major league baseball teams, despite hav- tion,” said Commissioner Susan Latvala. “It (the team) Nurse favors talks with a developer who present- contract between the team and the city of St. Peters- ing a winning season and an appreciative fan base. is a business as well as an asset to the community. I ed plans for a stadium at Carillon Business Park in burg, communication between interested parties “I want to be here and I want the franchise to be wish it were the decision of the board (of county com- north St. Petersburg. Beyond that, he doesn’t know has been stifled. To date, Mayor Bill Foster has re- here,” Sternberg said. missioners). We want you in the best place.” the next step. fused to allow any talks that involve a stadium out- Attendance is a limiting factor for the team’s fu- Sternberg said it wasn’t right to have a winning “We’re kind of in a box,” he said. “We can only side St. Petersburg’s city limits. ture, he said. team with no support behind it. look at what is in front of us.” Welch made it clear that his first choice would be He said he never believed the team would stay at “We should be in the top 20 (for attendance) and He mentioned other sites – Westshore and down- for the team to stay in Pinellas due to the support of Tropicana Field through the end of its lease, which that would be enough to run a ball club,” he said. town Tampa – that could be possible locations. local taxpayers that made it possible to build Tropi- is why the team proposed building a new stadium He said in the early years when attendance was “We need to have a dialogue,” Welch agreed. cana Field, where the Rays have played since March on the waterfront in St. Petersburg in 2007. low, everyone told them “just win,” and all will be well. He then passed on a message from Foster, who 31, 1998. He admits feeling disappointed when the proposal The Rays have factored in that at the same time the attended the meeting but had to leave early, to He pointed to the more than $100 million in for the new stadium “fell on deaf ears.” team was peaking, the economy was trending down- Sternberg about a time for a future meeting “if the tourist development (bed) tax money that has fund- He said he doesn’t believe that the team’s “best ward, but he said other MLB teams went through the Rays are open to that.” ed debt service on The Trop since 1986, as well as chance to succeed, win and create a sense of excite- same problems with the economy and didn’t have the “Out of respect to the mayor and his office, I won’t the savings to the city of about $1 million in taxes ment and keep players here” could happen while same drop in attendance. He estimated that the econ- violate his authority,” Welch said. “But if the mayor due to the county taking over ownership of the sta- playing at The Trop. omy affected attendance by 10 to 20 percent. would allow you to look in both counties, I would dium in 2002. Average attendance at MLB games is 30,000 a The Rays have the most affordable tickets in MLB. support it.” “It’s been an incredible journey to bring baseball year. Attendance to Rays’ home games in 2008 was to the Tampa Bay community,” he said, as he re- 22,600 and 19,200 in 2012. The team believes an- minded everyone that there had been a community other location would increase attendance. on the site, who had been promised jobs and a bet- Currently, one-third of fans come from Hillsbor- Heroes honored at 18th Appreciation Luncheon ter economy. ough County, one-quarter from Pinellas and the re- Welch was referring to Laurel Park housing com- mainder from other locations. ST. PETERSBURG – A number zens of Pinellas County. The hon- plex, an affordable housing project where 500 peo- Sternberg said the team had done what it could of local heroes accepted awards orees were: ple had lived. The complex was torn down to make to be regional, playing games in Orlando and mov- during Pinellas Commissioner • Deputy James Cooper with the room for what would first be known as The Florida ing spring training to Port Charlotte in hopes of John Morroni’s Appreciation Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Suncoast Dome, which opened in March of 1990. spreading its fan base throughout the state. Luncheon for Emergency Person- • Officer Karl Wassmer with the The stadium changed its name to the Thunderdome The Rays have not made any decisions about nel Jan. 25, at the Hilton St. Pe- Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 10 in August 1993 and the Tampa Bay Lightning moves to other locations and can’t even explore the tersburg Carillon Park. • Dustin Seabolt, firefighter played there for two years. possibility due to the lease agreement with St. Pe- The 18th annual luncheon con- with Palm Harbor Fire Rescue In April of 1995, the city of St. Petersburg signed tersburg. However, management wants to explore tinued Morroni’s tradition of hon- • Megan Hollern, paramedic; oring the men and women who Jeff Banks, emergency medical a 30-year lease with the Devil Rays, who changed sites identified in a 2010 report by the ABC Coali- serve as emergency personnel. technician; John Hanshew, their name to the Tampa Bay Rays in 2007. That tion, which was initiated by former St. Petersburg The sold out event of 415 sup- paramedic and Michael Gonzalez, lease, which requires the team to play at Tropicana Mayor Rick Baker in 2008. Two of the sites are lo- porters raised more than $24,000 EMT, all of Pinellas County Emer- Field, expires in 2027. cated in Hillsborough County and one is in Pinellas. for the Pinellas County Sheriff’s gency Medical Services Deputy James Cooper, left, Welch said it was important to keep the focus on “We just want to follow up on the report,” Stern- Police Athletic League. “I am so pleased with the sup- poses with Pinellas County expanding the vision of having major league baseball berg said. “We may find out where we are is best, The 2012 Appreciation Awards port of this luncheon each year, Commissioner John Morroni in Tampa Bay “for our children and their children.” but I don’t imagine that will be the case. But I don’t recognize exceptional dedication and the support of our first re- at the Jan. 25 Appreciation “Nothing is going to happen without dialogue ad- know. I want to ensure baseball is here for 100 and efforts above and beyond the sponder community,” Morroni Luncheon for Emergency vancing in an open and honest way,” he said. years not just until the end of a lease.” call of duty on behalf of the citi- said. Personnel. Team Owner Stuart Sternberg said the Rays He said it would take time to figure out the best hoped to “continue to move the ball forward and re- stadium location, make plans and then construct it. ally come up with a solution for long-term success.” “Time is not a friend of ours,” he said. “MLB is He thanked the county for its contributions. taking an interest. It’s important to see that some- “Baseball clearly would not be here without those thing is done here.” Exp. 2-28-13 DAVID P. 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© Tampa Bay Newspapers: All rights reserved www.tbnweekly.com 6A County Leader, February 7, 2013 PolicePolice beatbeat Largo man in jail bond; resisting arrest without violence, $500 bond; Richard Carpenter, 58, of St. Petersburg was ar- Massey, 30, and arrested him. The arrest came for attempted murder and possession of marijuana, $500 bond. rested at Bay Pines hospital, 10000 Bay Pines Blvd., about four hours after the armed robbery of Fifth Roiland is currently recovering from the gunshot Jan. 30 and taken to the Pinellas County jail where Third Bank, 11281 Ulmerton Road. LARGO – Pinellas County wound at a local hospital. he was charged with five counts of obtaining a con- Largo PD released photos of an armed robber sheriff’s deputies arrested a trolled substance by fraud and one attempt to ob- wielding a knife just after 2 p.m. Jan. 30 with a re- Largo man Feb. 1 in connection tain a controlled substance by fraud. He was lease about a robbery at Fifth Third Bank that oc- with a shooting in the Coral Juvenile burglars caught Way neighborhood. CLEARWATER – Clearwater police arrested three released the same day on $30,000 bond. curred about 12:53 p.m. In a report released just According to the sheriff’s re- juveniles on Jan. 29 for multiple vehicle burglaries, According to investigators with the Pinellas before 5 p.m., detectives reported they had located port, around 7:10 p.m. Friday, according to a police report. County Sheriff’s Office, Carpenter has been fraud- and arrested Massey. a deputy patrolling the Coral Around 9:15 p.m., a witness called police to re- ulently obtaining the prescription drugs since Oc- Massey was charged with both robberies. His Way neighborhood heard what port seeing three suspects burglarizing unlocked ve- tober of 2012. booking report is not yet available from the Pinellas sounded like a gunshot, then a Trevon Griffin hicles in an apartment complex parking lot, the Investigators received information Jan. 28 about County Jail. woman’s scream for help. report said. The witness provided a description, and a prescription fraud case involving a doctor. Deputies responded to 3744 135th Ave. N., where responding officers located two suspects at According to the information received, Carpenter they found Brieonne Danielle Roiland, 30, of Largo, MacArthur Park Apartments. The third suspect was had called in several fraudulent Valium (Diazepam) screaming she had been shot. arrested east of U.S. 19. prescriptions for himself beginning in October 2012. As medical personnel tended to Roiland’s injuries, The suspects are all juveniles, and officers linked Investigators say that Carpenter used an ac- deputies set a perimeter around the immediate area them to five vehicle burglaries at Wellington Apart- quaintance doctor’s name and DEA number to ob- and apprehended Trevon Lamar Griffin, 19, running ments and Park Place Apartments, the report said. tain the prescriptions illegally. Carpenter also used through a field a short distance away from the crime his health care insurance to offset the cost of the scene. After conducting preliminary interviews, it is VA surgeon charged prescription. believed Griffin had attempted to rob Roiland at In all, Carpenter obtained at least 500 Valium 5 gunpoint when she was shot in the neck. with drug fraud mg pills and had attempted to obtain more before Griffin was transported to the Pinellas County ST. PETERSBURG – A surgeon employed at Bay his arrest. The investigation continues. Jail. He was charged with attempted first degree Pines VA Medical Center is out on bond after his ar- murder, no bond; attempted armed robbery, bond rest on multiple counts of obtaining a controlled Man in jail for two Largo robberies $100,000; discharging a firearm in public, $500 substance by fraud. LARGO – Largo police detectives arrested a man suspected of two robberies Jan. 30, including the robbery of Fifth Third Bank that occurred earlier in Photo courtesy LARGO POLICE the day. This man armed with a knife is accused of robbing Lt. Mike Loux, spokesperson for Largo PD, said the Fifth Third Bank, 11281 Ulmerton Road in Largo detectives were following up on leads from the Dec. just before 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 30. Ronald J. 14 strong-armed robbery of BB&T Bank, 14141 Massey, 30, was arrested and charged with the Walsingham Road, when they located Ronald J. robbery later that afternoon. 020713

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PINELLAS PARK – In 1993, Elliott and Dianne Steele’s youngest daughter was in the prime of her life. She’d recently graduated from high school and had embarked on her own for the first time, attend- ing college away from home. The popular student was excited, effervescent, happy. And her parents couldn’t be more proud. But six months into her college career, the Steeles received a phone call that no parent ever wants to get: Their daughter began to exhibit symptoms of schizophrenia and she was unable to care for herself. “This changed not just her life, but our lives forev- er,” Elliott Steele said. The couple, which lives in Indian Shores, watched their daughter struggle not only with her illness, but also with the subpar mental health services avail- able to her in Pinellas County. They stood by her side the entire time, fighting for her, rooting for her. Over the years, they evolved from her strongest supporters to tireless advocates for all those with psychiatric needs throughout the entire county, as well as across the state and the country. They be- came heavily involved with the regional and Florida chapters of the National Alliance on Mental Illness. In 2003, inspired by their daughter, they opened the Photos courtesy of VINCENT HOUSE doors to the Vincent House in Pinellas Park. Above, Mike Parker, left, and Mike Taddeo whip up a delicious meal in the Vincent House kitchen. At left, Now the nonprofit organization celebrates 10 Vincent House member Latoya Johnson was hired as a mail clerk at the Public Defender’s Office. For the past years as a restorative community, using the idea of “recovery through work” to help those who struggle decade, Vincent House, 4801 78th Ave. N., has helped individuals with mental illnesses rejoin the work force with mental illness to realize their potential and to and rebuild their confidence. move beyond the boundaries that grew around There’s a bank, a cafeteria, a thrift store, a busi- ization teams up with local businesses to help its them from the stigma of their disease. ness and media center. members find first transitional employment (some- Its members run all of these areas. They prepare times staff members even train on the job with them Getting started the meals. They answer the phones. They run the to make for a smoother transition) and eventually Armed with a culinary background working for retail thrift shop. One group creates and designs permanent, independent jobs. Hyatt Corp. as well as a law degree, Elliott eventual- newsletters for the nonprofit. Vincent House also assists members in meeting ly worked his way up to the position of administra- The tasks and duties they learn while on the job education goals, whether it’s earning a GED or ap- tive director of support services at the University prepare them for working in the real world, Dianne plying to colleges, and helps them in other areas, Community Hospital in Tampa. Dianne owned at first operated out of a former sub shop in a local said. such as finding housing. Steele Animal Hospital in Seminole. “They come in with no hope, no confidence, no New members walk through the door each day. In 1999, he quit his job and she sold the veteri- strip mall, opened. “Literally, the fridge at the time was an ice chest,” self-esteem,” she said. “This builds them back up. The Steeles, amazed by the transformations they see, nary clinic. They decided it was time to focus their Working is rehabilitation for them.” can’t help but think back to their own experience of efforts on mental illness advocacy full-time. Elliott said, “and there was a grill in the back yard The nonprofit helps them utilize their newfound “It was time to do something more,” Elliott said. that we cooked on.” skills beyond the walls of Vincent House. The organ- See VINCENT HOUSE, page 8A There are more than 800,000 people with “severe But they had to start somewhere, Elliott said, and and persistent” mental illness in the state, such as the members began to trickle in. schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depres- “We were much smaller then,” Dianne said, “but sion, he added. “More than 40,000 of them are in it was the same basic idea: we wanted to help peo- Pinellas. And they’re not receiving the treatment ple transform their lives.” they need.” During the summer of 2005, having outgrown its At the time, Florida ranked 47 among all 50 location, Vincent House moved to its permanent states when it came to per capita mental health home at 4801 78th Ave. With around 250 active funding. Today, it ranks 51, Elliott said. “Even members – around 60 of them dropping in daily – below Puerto Rico.” and 600 lifetime members, it wasn’t long before The concept for Vincent House is based on simi- even this new 2,800-square-foot space was too Fresh, Imported lar clubhouse programs in other states. Those who small. But they were receiving less and less money join are members, not patients, and it focuses on from the state each year. So the nonprofit began a creating a local community center for those with fundraising campaign, raising more than $1 million Flowers & Bouquets mental illness, revitalizing their hopes and dreams to build a 5,000 square foot addition to the building. while preparing them for real life work experiences. Looking back at its humble beginnings, Dillinger Ready for Immediate Pick Up! The couple teamed up with Bob Dillinger, public is struck by how far Vincent House has come. defender for Pinellas and Pasco counties, to obtain “More than a decade ago, [it] started in a small the funding they needed to create such an environ- strip store. It now has a beautiful state-of-the-art fa- 727.614.9770 ment. cility,” he said. “What has not changed is the deliv- “[Dillinger’s] a very strong advocate for people ery of hope to those with mental illness. 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© Tampa Bay Newspapers: All rights reserved www.tbnweekly.com 8A Business Leader, February 7, 2013 Business notes Spa to host brewer and founder of the Pinel- customers at the tasting room. president of personal and com- ored for its near perfect towing the dispatch process. weight loss seminar las Urban Brewers Guild, opened “We plan on limited distribu- mercial transportation insurance, dispatch operation, superior cus- “We have grown our business the nano-brewery in a warehouse tion and instead desire to focus respectively. tomer service and satisfaction, as to become the largest BoatUS LARGO – A free weight loss on Bryan Dairy Road. on direct interaction with craft well as towing case management. towing service provider in the seminar will be presented Ratebeer.com members from beer enthusiasts,” Rapp said. The company also received two United States and we are very Wednesday, March 13, 6 to 7:30 TowBoatUS around the world base the rank- additional awards, including the proud of our accomplishments,” p.m., at i spa Health Studio, The tasting room offers pints ing on ratings. The popular web- earns award BoatUS Membership Achieve- said Capt. Tieman in a press re- 9225 Ulmerton Road, Suite 306. and flights of beer to sample, as site also ranked Cigar City CLEARWATER – An on-the- lease. “With 14 boats and 16 cap- Attendees will learn about the well as growlers to take home beer. ment Award for selling the most Brewing in Tampa as the best water towboat company that medically supervised Ideal Pro- BoatUS memberships in the en- tains, we handle over 2,500 brewery in Florida and CCB’s Hu- helps Gulf Coast boaters get tire fleet. It also was honored requests a year for on-the-water tein weight loss program. The free Business & home safely was singled out for workshop will show how partici- nahpu’s Imperial Stout the best with the BoatUS Dispatchers assistance. If you’re broken down beer in Florida. Family reorganizes its professionalism at the recent Choice Award, given by the dis- or run out of gas near shore, pants can achieve weight loss Business & Family Insurors BoatUS Towing Services annual goals in a healthy manner while “I’m honored by the ranking, patching staff at the BoatUS 24- we’re very proud that we can get especially since so many excel- Inc. recently announced a reor- conference in Clearwater Beach. hour call centers for providing a bright red towboat with a pro- maintaining muscle mass. ganization, effective Jan 1, 2013. Tower of the Year honors went There will be no pushy sales. lent breweries opened last year,’’ members with fast response and fessional captain to your location As part of the reorganization, to TowBoatUS Tampa Bay, which The workshop includes foods to said Rapp in a press release. utmost professionalism during in usually an hour or less.” Karen E. Gonzalez was named is owned and operated by Capt. sample. For reservations and in- Rapp is a former software engi- formation, call 386-4004 or visit neer who began brewing 10 years as president. Gonzalez brings Larry Tieman and Capt. Clayton www.ispahealth.com. ago. “We all learn from each more than 25 years of experi- Tieman. The company has eight other and it’s great to be part of ence to her new position having locations along the Gulf Coast Rapp Brewing the craft beer renaissance in served at some point in all areas from Tampa Bay to Cedar Key, in- Tampa Bay, the center of Flori- of the agency since its inception cluding St. Petersburg, Tampa ranked tops da’s craft beer scene.” in 1982. Bay, Clearwater, Tarpon Springs, PINELLAS PARK – A national The brewery includes a 650- Currently, she heads up the Hudson, Homosassa River, Crys- beer rating website has ranked square-foot tasting room and commercial insurance depart- tal River and Yankeetown. Rapp Brewing Company in Pinel- hosts special events for craft beer ment as well as taking a leading Much like an auto club for las Park as the best new craft enthusiasts, including frequent role in the agency management. boaters, an annual on-the-water brewery in Florida. gatherings of home brewers. It Angela C. Clemow has been towing plan with TowBoatUS Ratebeer.com’s coveted rank- specializes in small-batch arti- appointed secretary. Clemow has gives boaters and anglers a reli- ing comes just four months after sanal ales and lagers and ex- worked in the agency since 2000. able way to call for assistance Greg Rapp, a longtime home plores myriad beer styles, Although proficient in many lines when their boats break down on including some once thought to of coverage, she currently heads the water, run out of gas, or run have been lost to history and oth- up the residential property de- aground. Time Care Inc. ers that push the boundaries of partment. The locally-owned company is modern craft brewing. Rich E. Clemow Jr. and Ron G. part of a nationwide network of TowBoatUS Tampa Bay, winner of the Tower of the Year award at the Rik Dietel CW21 Rapp Brewing is distributed by Clemow remain active in their po- over 300 ports and a fleet of over recent BoatUS Towing Services annual conference in Clearwater Great Bay Distributors, though sitions as vice president of facili- 600 TowBoatUS and Vessel Assist Beach, is an on-the-water towboat company that helps Gulf Coast All types most of its beer is sold directly to ties and investments and vice towboats. The company was hon- boaters get home safely.

of clock WEST BAY VINCENT HOUSE, from page 7A Some are high school dropouts, November, at one of her jobs she and perhaps in the state,” he said. and some hold graduate degrees. was recognized as Employee of “And that’s help people who really repair. finding help for their daughter. Some are homeless and have the Month. live on the fringes of society.” Clippers “We constantly see family come lived on the streets; others live Ron Ritchie, 61, of St. Peters- The organization’s big project Howard Village Plaza in with a son or daughter, or an with their families or are success- burg, felt unemployable when he moving forward is a possible ex- 1901 West Bay Dr., Largo uncle, aunt, brother, or sister,” Di- ful professionals. first joined Vincent House six pansion to Pasco County. Miller 581-3637 anne said. “I think that if at the No matter their background, years ago. Today he works as a The Steeles say they’d like to wwwWestbayClippers.com 020713 time such a program existed for all of them rely on the programs transportation specialist for a see a Vincent House in each of Service Great Everyday Prices our daughter, if we had a place at Vincent House to help them local hospital, a job he was only Tampa Bay’s counties, but Pasco Center 020713 MEN’S HAIRCUT Pay Cash & Save! like this to go to, if we had been overcome their illness and get able to get because of his work at needs it the most. $ 75 able to walk into a facility like this back on their feet. Vincent House making pickups “There’s so little up there for $2 and be treated with dignity, things Joe Stabile, 57, of Pinellas and deliveries. those with mental illness,” Di- LADIES’9 HAIRCUT OFF Park, who has come to Vincent “I’m really impressed by this anne said. The Watch Haircut would have been much different.” $ 95 With this ad. House from the very beginning, place,” he said. “It’s something re- A board for the potential Pasco Repair Exp. 2-28-13 BLB ally special.” Expert! 9 Who they’ve helped puts it bluntly: the nonprofit Vincent House has already been Your Choice • Redken Perm, There is no one mold for a quite literally saved his life. organized, and weekly, some- Cut and Style “The bottom line is, if I never times daily, discussions, on mak- member of Vincent House. What the future holds $ 00 • Color, Cut and Style came here, I’d probably be out on ing it happen are under way. • Partial Foil Highlights The men and women who seek As Vincent House celebrates a 215-8870 the streets, or dead somewhere,” Vincent House also continues 35 • Cap Frost and Cut help from the organization range decade of helping individuals Offer Expires 2-28-13 BLB he said. “It’s a phenomenal place. to seek donations and alternative www.timecareinc.com in age from teens to seniors. with mental illnesses, Elliott and I’ve been blessed to come here.” Dianne Steele are preparing to funding for its work, as the state An addict, Stabile has been step down from their positions of provides less and less funding clean for some time now, and executive director and assistant each year. Shutter & Blind Manufacturing Company rents a place with several other director, respectively. Its new “Sponsor a Life” pro- Vincent House members. “Every place needs some new gram individuals to pledge a Chiquita Ivory, 35, of Pinellas blood every once in a while,” Di- monthly gift to help provide schol- Park, found the Vincent House anne said. arships to potential members who three years ago, when no other The couple will remain active would otherwise be unable to af- program seemed to be helping. with the organization though. But ford the monthly dues. And on “Coming here made me want to they’ll be handing leadership over Feb. 2, the nonprofit will host its be a better person,” she said. “It to William McKeever, program co- Purses 4 Hope sale. All proceeds has helped me to build my self- ordinator, who is passionate from the sale of new and nearly Our blinds esteem, and to grow and to be the about Vincent House and its new purses and accessories will mature person I’ve become.” work in the community. benefit the organization. are built with Today she holds two jobs, and “We really do what no other or- For more information, visit a STEEL HEADRAIL. loves them both. This past ganization does in the community www.vincent-house.org. LIFETIME Unlike the WARRANTY Flimsy Plastic INSTALLED INSTALLED Headrail like the FREE! MADE IN AMERICA FREE! Home Cneter’s

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© Tampa Bay Newspapers: All rights reserved www.tbnweekly.com Leader, February 7, 2013 Business 9A Business notes HomeBancorp to purchase Mortgage Investors Outdoor dining ST. PETERSBURG – Tampa-based HomeBancorp Inc. and Mortgage Investors Corporation, a St. Petersburg-based mortgage lender special- izing in VA refinance mortgage loans, recently executed an agreement for HomeBancorp to purchase Mortgage Investors Corporation. Under the terms of the agreement – which is subject to regulatory approval – Mortgage Investors Corporation will operate as a wholly- owned subsidiary of HomeBancorp Inc. The transaction is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2013. “Our experience and expertise has resulted in us refinancing over 350,000 VA mortgage loans for our nation’s veterans,” said William Edwards, chairman of the board of Mortgage Investors Corporation, in a press release. “We are proud to have helped veterans save millions of dollars over the years in reduced mortgage payments, and we are espe- cially proud of our more than 1,200 employees who have made this company what it is.” According to Edwards, the two companies have worked together over the last five years and have built a strong working relationship. “We are confident that our acquisition of Mortgage Investors Corpo- ration will allow for expanded VA lending opportunities for veterans across the country, and enhance the capital position, strength and profitability of both organizations” said Jerry Campbell, chairman, president and CEO of HomeBancorp Inc. It is not anticipated that the acquisition will result in any significant changes to the business operations of Mortgage Investors Corporation. Edwards will retire as chairman of Mortgage Investors Corporation, a position he has held since 1994, but will remain as a consultant. It is To celebrate the opening of a new outdoor dining patio, the Central Pinellas Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon-cutting expected that the remainder of the Mortgage Investors Corporation ceremony at Village Inn, 13105 Walsingham Road, Largo. Cutting the ribbon was Village Inn owner Danny Lehan and Mayor Pat Gerard. employees will remain, including all of the senior management team, who will continue to oversee and conduct the operations of Mortgage Investors Corporation in the future. Home care service opens Synovus receives customer CLEARWATER – FIrstLight service excellence awards Zounds Hearing set to open HomeCare, provider of nonmedi- ST. PETERSBURG – Synovus Bank of Florida, a division of Synovus CLEARWATER – Zounds Hearing will open its first Tampa Bay area cal in-home care for adults, re- Bank, recently announced that Synovus received 17 national awards store on Tuesday, Feb. 12, at 2541 Countryside Blvd., Suite 3. cently opened in Pinellas County. from Greenwich Associates for excellence in both Middle Market and When Zounds founder Sam Thomasson started Zounds about nine FirstLight HomeCare is owned Small Business banking. years ago, he didn’t do it for fame or fortune. He did it because his 2- and operated by a local husband- Among 750 banks evaluated nationwide, only 39 received national year-old daughter had experienced sudden and profound hearing loss. and-wife team Steve and Jennifer excellence awards for Middle Market banking, and only 42 for Small Having spent 25 years as an electrical engineer, Thomasson was in Rattner, who share a passion for Business banking. Synovus received four regional awards as well. a position to impact his daughter’s future. She was frustrated to tears growing a business in their local “These awards are a testimony to the excellent service our team with the standard hearing aids she wore due to discomfort, but also community and providing in- members provide customers day in and day out,” said Kessel D. because despite their high cost, they didn’t work well in places with a home support services for the Stelling in a press release. Stelling is chairman and chief executive offi- lot of background noise. aging population and others in cer of Synovus. “We want to thank our customers for their continued Thomasson put his technical skills to work, and after 57 patents, need of assistance. Located in trust and confidence in us, and we know we must continue every day developed the groundbreaking Zounds Hearing Aid, which changed his Clearwater, FirstLight HomeCare to earn the right to be their bankers and financial advisors.” daughter’s life, and continues to change the lives of people who wear is well positioned to provide serv- “Synovus Bank of Florida is proud to be part of the Pinellas, them today. ice to residents throughout Pinel- Pasco and Hillsborough county markets and their surrounding las and Pasco counties. Steve and Jennifer Rattner “There is a large senior population across the Tampa Bay area and areas,” said Dominic A. DiMaio, president and CEO of Synovus. “We “We are looking forward to the Zounds product line is a terrific match for their needs,” said Sean live here, we know our customers, and we strive to deliver products, servicing the residents of Pinellas and Pasco counties,” said Steve in a Diamond, president of Zounds Hearing of Tampa Bay, in a press re- services, and expertise that help our customers achieve their finan- press release. “Going into the home care industry, we’ll be able to help lease. “There is a great deal of excitement for Zounds coming back to cial goals. We are always focused on improving our customers’ ex- the aging population live well at home as well as lend a helping hand the area.” perience every time they do business with us, and these awards to people, like us, who are caring for their own family while caregiving demonstrate our bank’s dedication to delivering exceptional cus- for the seniors in their lives.” tomer service.” Airport earns nomination FirstLight HomeCare offers nonmedical in-home care customized for ST. PETERSBURG – The St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce re- seniors, new mothers, adults with disabilities and those recovering cently announced its inaugural Good ’Burger Award nominees and St. from illness, injury or surgery. 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© Tampa Bay Newspapers: All rights reserved www.tbnweekly.com 10A Pet Connection Leader, February 7, 2013 Looking for a home Nevah Meet Nevah, an absolute beauty whose mane forms a heart. She truly is a lovebug who enjoys the company of just about everyone, even dogs. She loves to cuddle up for a good movie, prefers to be nuzzled up as close as she can to her human and would bring plenty of smiles and love to her new fur-ever home. Adopt her for $35, which includes vaccinations, spay surgery, microchip, 30 days of pet insurance, and your new best friend. Visit SPCA Tampa Bay at 9099 130th Ave. N., Largo or www.spcatampabay.org.

Houdini This little girl is aptly named because she disappeared for six days. Her foster dad thought she had escaped outside and ran Alvin away. As a last resort, he removed the front cover of the washer/dryer, and there the little Meet Alvin, who has been at Pinellas County Animal Milo kitty was. Thus, the black-and-white beauty Shelter since Thanksgiving. He is well trained, 1 year Milo is a 4-year-old male domestic shorthair cat. He became Houdini, or “Dini.” Born around old and 58 pounds. He was found as a stray by a is a sweet tiger kitty who is full of personality. He Nov. 1, she is laid back and loves to snuggle, police officer who brought him here for safety. He loves to be brushed and pretend he is a lion. Milo though she also loves to play rough with her loves to play with the other dogs at the shelter. Bring gets along with other cats at the shelter but would sister, Janet, the spirited one. To meet these this article with you and adopt him for only $25, rather bask in the sun by your window. Milo is cuties, call Save Our Strays at 545-1116 or which includes neuter surgery and his shots. Bring neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. To learn visit www.saveourstraysinc.com. this article with you and adopt her for only $25. Call more about Milo and the other adoptable animals at 582-2600, visit 12450 Ulmerton Road, Largo or Pet Pal Animal Shelter, call 328-7738 or visit 405 www.pinellascounty.org/animalservices/petfind.htm. 22nd St. S., St. Petersburg. PawPaw printsprints Rumore named a finalist for award HSP offers low cost spay/neuter clinic HSP to compete in Rachael Ray Challenge SEMINOLE – Dr. Michael Rumore of Lake Seminole Animal Hospital CLEARWATER – In order to serve the community better, the Hu- CLEARWATER – The Humane Society of Pinellas recently was has been named to the short list for Petplan pet insurance’s 2013 Vet- mane Society of Pinellas is now offering a low cost spay and neuter named one of only 50 shelters in the country to compete in the 2013 erinarian of the Year award. clinic on Mondays at 3040 State Road 590. ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge. Rumore’s nomination stood out from more than 2,200 nominations Appointments are required. HSP is competing for a grand prize of $100,000, as well as various Petplan received from pet parents nationwide since autumn of last year. Depending on the pet’s weight, the cost of this service starts at $50 smaller prizes. In total, more than $600,000 in prizes will be awarded. “We are delighted to highlight the work of outstanding vets across to $80 for male dog neutering and $60 to $90 for female dog spaying. The 2013 ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge is a nationwide the country,” said Natasha Ashton, co-CEO and co-founder of Petplan, Cat neutering starts at $40 and cat spaying starts at $45. competition for animal shelters (and their communities) aimed at get- in a press release. “Dr. Rumore was selected because he exemplifies To schedule an appointment, call 797-7722, ext. 4. ting more animals adopted or returned to their owners than ever be- Petplan’s core values of providing an exceptional level of care to pets Also available on second and fourth Saturdays, from noon to 4 p.m., fore. and remarkable customer service to ‘wow’ pet parents.” is the society’s low cost vaccine clinic. The cost to vaccinate a dog is “The ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge is a great opportunity for “I am incredibly honored to be recognized this way, but the honor $70; cost for cats is $40. This service is offered on a first-come, first- us,” said Sarah Brown, HSP executive director, in a press release. “It’s has to be shared with my fantastic staff and fellow veterinarians Dr. served basis. is going to be a lot of work and we’re going to need a lot of help from Britton and Dr. Wilkinson at Lake Seminole Animal Hospital,” said Ru- Prices are subject to change. our community but we know we can do it. It will be worthwhile to get more. “It has always been a team effort.” more animals into loving homes, and the money we hope to win will Five shortlisted veterinary professionals have been selected in each help us continue to save lives long after the challenge has ended.” of three categories, including Veterinarian of the Year, Veterinary Prac- SPCA to offer canine basics workshop The challenge runs June through August. HSP’s goal is to adopt out tice Manager of the Year and Veterinary Technician of the Year. One LARGO – A canine basics workshop will be offered Saturday, Feb. 1,000 more pets than they did in the same period in 2012. winner will be chosen in each category by Petplan’s accomplished Vet- 16, 12:30 p.m., at SPCA Tampa Bay, 9099 130th Ave. N. erinary Awards judging panel, comprised of prominent pet health pro- The workshop will be packed with practical tips for stress-free living For information, visit HumaneSocietyofPinellas.org/100K. fessionals and veterinarians. with a dog. Attendees will get the basics on handling and communicat- ing with the canine in this two-hour class. Training works best when SPOT announces February specials everyone in a family understands commands and process. PINELLAS PARK – February is National Spay and Neuter Month and SPCA to offer class Cost is $15 for SPCA adopters and $25 for the general public. Call to celebrate Stop Pet Overpopulation Together’s spay and neuter clinic LARGO – A four-week intermediate study program will be offered be- 586-3591, ext. 9+137. will offer two specials. ginning Wednesday, Feb. 27, 7 to 8 p.m., at SPCA Tampa Bay, 9099 To register, visit www.spcatampabay.org. The two specials for pets, includes a $25 cat spay and neuters and 130th Ave. N. $50 male mutt neuters for the month of February. Space is limited. To Attendees will learn how to build their dog’s confidence – along with Tournament to benefit HSP pre-pay and reserve a spot, call 329-8657. their own – by practicing canine commands and handling skills. Class- For information, visit www.SPOTusa.org. room focus is on creating real-life scenarios to help owners and their CLEARWATER – The 29th annual Love Fore Charity Golf and Ten- Stop Pet Overpopulation Together is a nonprofit organization serving dogs practice. The first class reviews commands such as wait, stay, nis Tournament will take place on Saturday, March 2, at the Country- leave it and come. side Country Club, 3001 Countryside Blvd. the Tampa Bay area. The SPOT clinic is at 4403 62nd Ave. The clinic is Cost is $45 for dog and owner. To register, visit www.spcatampa The event will benefit the Humane Society of Pinellas. The cost to open Monday through Thursday. bay.org. For information, call 586-3591, ext. 9+137. play a round of golf is $100 and includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, hole-in-one competition, skills games and raffles. The cost to compete Barkus Parade set in the tennis tournament is $85. Every participant will receive a gift. INDIAN ROCKS BEACH – JD’s Restaurant and Lounge will host its Teams or individuals can make reservations online at HumaneSociety- third annual Barkus Parade Saturday, Feb. 23, 2 p.m. We Have Expanded Again! ofPinellas.org or by contacting Twila Cole at 797-7722, ext. 222. Attendees and their dogs can dress for the parade. Prizes will be Every three years, the Board of Governors of Countryside Country awarded to the best dress dog and the best-dressed owner. There will WHY SETTLE FOR CITIZENS? Club selects recipients for the charity tournament for the upcoming be food and drink specials under the tent as well as live music. Lawn Homeowners Canceled or three years. chairs are welcome. Premium Increased? “I have worked as a volunteer with the Humane Society for over 10 Donations will be accepted on behalf of the SPCA. years, and I personally love the good works of the Humane Society of For information, call 595-1320. 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Guns in right hands create safer environment Baker meets some gun control folks Editor: Baker did not know many of the people at five deaths, the media have no choice but to I was browsing through the Jan. 25 Beacon when I came across the party. His workmate Jim had invited him go ballistic with their coverage. Every news Suzette Porter’s article with the title, “Arming our schools is not the out of kindness, so Baker went. Maybe he’d outlet in America becomes terrified that their way.” As a relatively well-educated man and a recently retired local po- make some new friends. competition will beat them, either with the ba- lice officer, school resource officer, SWAT team member, traffic homi- Jim greeted Baker, got him a drink, and in- Driver’s Seat sics of the shootings or on the fallout – the fu- cide investigator, police chaplain and current pastor, I was anxious to troduced him to a small group whose members Bob Driver nerals, the grieving families, the profiles of the read Porter’s take on the current school safety issues we face. were already engaged in a spirited conversa- dead kids, the renewed warfare with the NRA, Is Porter being serious in the first three paragraphs? I don’t hear tion. Baker soon learned what the topic was: the hand-wringing editorials about the na- people talking about or insinuating that we ought to have “armed guns. tion’s culture of violence. Nobody will admit it, guards” all over our schools. I do know that we already have well- Bellyfat was saying, “Take away my guns but we’ve turned mass shootings into morbid trained, armed, and hand selected school resource officers in our mid- and you automatically make me a target of celebrations, occasions for uproar, finger- dle and high schools now, and they’re doing a great job of keeping the every crook and nut case I meet.” Hornrims said, “Sounds like it. What’s your pointing, demands for change, political pos- peace and having positive interaction with the students. Remember, I Gray Beard agreed. “We’re at war with the name, pal? And aren’t you concerned about turing, promises of action – and then guess bad guys, and you can’t simply disarm the what comes of it all? Nothing. Or almost noth- was one of them. We do a good job. guns and innocent kids being mowed down?” good guys and let them get blown away.” “My name is Baker, and I’m just as con- ing.” Porter states that The National Rifle Association and “others” (un- Hornrims used sarcasm. “Oh, yeah. Every cerned as you guys are. I’m just not as noisy. Bellyfat pushed a finger against Baker’s named) say that we can keep our children safe using “gun-toting good guy will recognize a bad guy from the get- I’m more of a reader than a talker.” chest. “So what do you suggest, Mr. Know-it- guards” at our schools. Porter appears to be exaggerating the point in go, and will shoot him in the kneecap at once. Gray Beard said, “Oh? And you think read- all? What do you think should be done?” an apparent attempt to say that we will have gone too far if we do arm Good guys are all expert marksmen, right?” ing about gun ownership will do more than Baker said, “I don’t know. Neither does any- certain responsible leaders in the elementary schools. She visualizes Linda Lovely broke in. “Guns aren’t the prob- having a national debate about it?” one else. The best idea I can come up with is something like “a police state.” lem. It’s people. Society has got to try harder to Baker said, “Maybe it would, if only we’d that we’d better accept the inevitable. The Thankfully, Porter then reveals her prejudice toward guns in gener- find the loners and misfits before they go wild.” shut up for a few days and get acquainted guns are out there, and they’ll stay. So will al. That’s sad. If we cannot leave our past fears and discomforts be- Baker wished he were elsewhere. As he with the pertinent facts.” most of the shooters. The same goes for the hind, we may never grow up. I speak from experience but will not bore turned to go, Bellyfat said, “Hey there, stranger. “Such as?” NRA, the gun manufacturers, the payoffs to you with the details. Porter doesn’t like guns. Sadly, her father was What are your views on the gun control issue?” “Such as on the day the 20 Newtown chil- the lawmakers, the whole heart-breaking ca- killed in a hunting accident before she ever really knew him. There Baker gave his best conciliatory smile and dren died, more than 50 million other kids tastrophe. Remember the financial crash of were neither guns in her house nor any in the schools. She continues said, “You probably wouldn’t want to hear went to school without being harmed. Such as 2008, and how we paid billions of undeserved with exclaiming that there were tensions and issues when whites and them.” that in the U.S. since 1982, seventy mass dollars to gut-rotten banks because they were blacks were forced to attend school together in the ’70s. I too, remem- Hornrims said, “Why not? Do you own a shootings have taken place, leaving 543 peo- `too big to fail?’ Well, that’s what’s happened ber those days. I was there. We actually don’t know how many knives gun?” ple dead. That’s an average of 18 fatalities a with the gun control dilemma. It’s become too and or guns may have been there. We found some knives but few Baker said, “I used to, but my dog ate it. year caused by nut cases. That’s too many, big a problem to solve.” guns. And I never did learn to shoot straight, so I fig- but during the same period more than No one spoke, until Linda Lovely said, “So, Porter states, “I can’t imagine going to school in a place where ured society would be better off if I just put my 564,000 other homicides took place in Ameri- Mr. Baker, where lies hope? Don’t you have armed guards were the norm.” trust in God.” ca. Of all the murders committed, mass shoot- any hope?” Can you imagine armed and uniformed school resource officers? That last comment put a chill in the air. ings account for one-tenth of one percent,” Baker said, “Yes. I hope I’m wrong about They’re doing wonders for the middle and high schools. Imagine them “What are you – some sort of Jesus freak?” Baker said. what I’ve said here tonight.” He finished his – imagine peace in the hallways and classrooms. Ms. Porter, we’re not Baker said, “No, but I’ve been checking out Linda Lovely said, “So should we just ignore drink, found his host, said good night and safe in many average places in society today. Bad guys you don’t know the TV preachers to see what God’s position the mass shootings, on the basis of statistics?” headed home. What a swell party. about because you can’t see them could shatter your peaceful world in on guns is. Whatever God wants, I’m all for.” Baker said, “There’s no chance of our ignor- Bob Driver is a former columnist and editorial a heartbeat. You just don’t see them. Perhaps because you’d prefer not Bellyfat erupted. “This wise guy is making ing them. The news media won’t let us. Once a page editor for the Clearw ater Sun. Send him to. fun of us.” shooting takes place that results in more than email at [email protected]. I’ll agree with you “parents have to be responsible. They have to pay attention to their kids.” Absolutely. And many are doing a poor job of it. You note that violence and killing are romanticized on TV, in video games, and news broadcasts. Then you declare that “No one is teach- ing our youth the difference between pretend and reality.” Please let me introduce you to a phenomenon: our mainline churches are doing it. Of course, in this day and age, it’s sometimes difficult to get the children there because some parents have abdicated the authority of teaching and the proper upbringing of children in the home. Let’s sug- gest that the parents of our youth put down the TV remote, put the beer back in the fridge, and start setting an example for their own kids to follow – start spending quality time with them and turn off the tube. I could ramble for some time here. In closing, I think history proves time and time again that responsi- ble gun packers are an asset to any civilized society. When I was toting a gun as a cop, I never was challenged by a criminal. I was never beat up. I was never fired upon and I never picked a fight with anyone. Guns, by themselves, do absolutely nothing to “create any environ- ment.” But guns in the right hands can and do help create a safer en- vironment and help to ensure that it continues. Not everyone grows up in a peaceful environment, but anyone can help to create one. But they may need some back-up. Guns are just another tool that may help make that happen. It has been great chattin’ with you. Let’s not throw the baby out with the bathwater. Peace to you and yours. John McNeil Pinellas Park

The side of reason and sanity Re: “Arming our schools is not the way,” by Suzette Porter, Jan. 31 Editor: My wife and I are from Michigan and spend the winter months here at Treasure Island. We receive the Beach Beacon newspaper each week and enjoy reading it. I have to say that your article on gun con- trol, “Arming our schools is not the way” was, in my opinion, most as- tute and very well thought out. I completely agree with your logic and have a tough time under- standing why so many of our citizens cannot see that the NRA is obvi- ously less concerned with reducing gun violence than they are with maximizing profits from increased weapon sales. They seem to hide be- hind the illogic that any increased regulations on any type of weapon Chinese students teach professor or ammunition will ultimately be the demise of the 2nd Amendment. It plays, as usual, on people’s fears. I went to Hainan, China, to teach an inten- Maybe it was even a rare situation for stu- You are right-on in your evaluation of what would happen by arm- sive two-week, 13-session hospitality course dents and a professor to go to the park in at Hainan University. Instead, it became a China. I confirmed that it’s common for uni- ing more of us to defend against the very few that would commit these transformational teaching and learning expe- As I As I See It versity students to play these games in acts. Just glad we have folks like you who are not afraid to present the rience for me. China. They were innocent and fun. side of reason and sanity. Denver Severt Hainan is a tropical island and the largest Do other cultures preserve the innocence L.E. Holland vacation destination in China. of children for a longer time? How do they Treasure Island The mutual happiness, respect and grati- teach and sustain the purity in the desire to tude between the students and me provided learn and study? How can we sustain purity Liberal agenda an unmatched feeling of excitement. Stu- in the desire to learn and advance? Editor: dents excelled at assignments, asked deep Perhaps it’s not fair to compare Chinese I’ve noticed your newspaper features a lot of columnists who despise questions and showed an authentic desire to or preoccupation related to sex of many stu- and American students in this way. In China the 2nd Amendment and want nothing more than to seize and ban all learn and study. dents.” a university experience is a privilege; in the firearms. Aside from the coursework, the students Surprised, I asked: “And how is it different United States it is almost a necessity. For a change, why don’t you feature a columnist who actually sup- invited me to dinner three times. One evening from what you are used to?” u Is it the advanced nature and freedom of ports the 2nd Amendment and understands the need for a well-armed they first invited me to a park where I was He said: “I am quite trained to keep my our society that somehow also exposes stu- private citizenry? Or would that violate your liberal agenda? happily surprised to be playing games that mind on study and have less access to these dents to too much too soon? Thomas A. Timcik involved chasing, running, and dancing. things.” I know I could not answer these questions. Seminole These games were like Duck, Duck, Goose He said he had attended the top-ranked I reflected and wondered if perhaps my mind and Ring Around the Rosies. high school in Beijing and was at a high-end was too closed when trying to answer this Public transportation vital to the area The activities revealed the unique qualities private Boston high school. He was hoping to question back in China. of many students that may not have surfaced differentiate himself in the application pro- But I made a determination: I can play Editor: in a typical course. During dinner, a student cess to U.S. universities. games and maintain an open, friendly de- In the Jan. 31 edition of the Seminole Beacon there were two articles asked: “What types of games do you play with Before I left China, the students presented meanor with my American students. No mat- that reminded me of how important public transportation is in bring- your students in America?” me with a notebook of appreciation filled with ter the answer, I knew that something was ing Florida’s number one industry to the area. One article discussed I replied, “I don’t and wouldn’t.” personal letters. Some playfully wrote in Chi- vastly different in the two societies and in the the financial difficulty of PSTA and the other was a letter to the editor “Why is that?” asked the student. I said I nese, challenging me to read it. games played at this age and stage of life. rejecting light rail. If the main access to the area is Tampa airport then didn’t know and would get back to him on Later back in my UCF office, a Chinese I returned to my classes with a new deter- it is almost impossible to reach the beaches of Pinellas County other that. student was looking at one of the Chinese mination, approaching my courses and oth- than by rental car. I did not like this answer and felt that a writings and read what one young man had ers with an invigorated and open mind to How much more business will come to Pinellas for recreation and possibility for a good experience, the opportu- written. playing or singing or dancing or meeting out- culture/sports if better public transport were available is hard to pre- nity for healthy, decompressed, connected ex- “Yesterday we went to the park with the side the course room to extend the discus- dict, but I am sure its absence detours vacationers to other areas. I am change was lacking in my courses. I American professor. Today in class, the pro- sions or just to get to know each other an optimist. Surely those businesses that depend on tourism will rec- continued to search for my answer to that fessor came up to me and said, ‘This young better. ognize the need to improve public transportation and support this question. man is a leader.’ Tonight I am going to bed As Gandhi told us, we must be the change need with calls on their representatives and activism for public fund- During reflection, my mind landed on a knowing for the first time, I am a leader.” we want to see in the world. ing. conversation I had on my arrival flight with a Getting back to the question I was asked UCF Forum columnist Denver Severt is an David Robinson 16-year-old Chinese student from Beijing in China, the answer lingered in my mind. associate professor with the Rosen College of Seminole who attended a private high school in Boston. Maybe it would seem inappropriate to play Hospitality Management at the University of I had asked him: “What surprised you games here with students in a park or else- Central Florida. He can be reached at Den most about studying in the USA?” where. Maybe American students are too [email protected]. What do you think? Without hesitation, he said: “The mindset busy. Florida Voices. Please type letters to the editor (or print legibly) and include your name, town of residence, phone number and signature and mail to Tampa Bay Newspapers, 9911 Seminole Blvd., Seminole, FL 33772. 9911 Seminole Blvd., Seminole, FL 33772 Emails should include town of residence and telephone and be sent 727-397-5563 • Fax: 727-397-5900 • www.TBNweekly.com to [email protected]. We will not print the letter writer’s phone number. 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Teachers earn Education Foundation grants Doughnuts with dad LARGO – The Pinellas Educa- • Bay Point Middle – Bennie R. Stephanie S. Porch Tracey Raecek tion Foundation recently an- Smith, Esvicloria Blasingane, and • Oldsmar Elementary – • Perkins Elementary – Del nounced the teacher grant Paul Douglas Sharon A. Miller, Kathy Dupris, Brenn recipients for the 2012-13 Teach • Calvin Hunsinger – Marilyn and Nicole Schellhammer • Pinellas Park High – Cynthia for Excellence Grant, WorkNet Harris, Liza L. Johnson,, and • Osceola Middle – Krista A. Freed and Virginia Brengle Career Grant, Achieva Credit Christine Ehlers Wilson • Pinellas Park Middle – Rebec- Union Grant, and Progress Ener- • Campbell Park Elementary – • Perkins Elementary – Anne ca Buidens gy Grant. Each year, the founda- Stephanie Frump M. Weller, Jean Wark, Landis • Safety Harbor Middle – Maria tion – through the funding of • Dixie Hollins High – Jeannie Braddock, and Kristi Shultz Audura Little many sponsors – offers thou- G. Wallace, Lalita S. Mehlenbach- • Pinellas Park High – Dale F. • 74th Street Elementary – sands of dollars for these class- er, and Bruce Myers Konig Barbara Killinger room enhancement programs, • Dunedin High – Michelle L. • Ridgecrest Elementary – • Tarpon Springs High – Aman- which are designed to help teach- Kelley, Marc Allison and Berna- Sharon F. Gage, Karen Bixler, da Gagliardo ers enrich the classroom learning dine Valentine Dorothea Anderson, Liz Auderer, The following are the recipi- experience. This year, the foun- • Forest Lakes Elementary – and Heather Willard ents of the WorkNet Career dation warded more than Karen L. Gums, Genie Merrer, • James B. Sanderlin – Elenora Grant: $142,000 in grants. Ellen E. Lattanzio, Rachel M. I. Branson • Bay Point Middle – Bennie R. In order to award more deserv- Pages, Amanda Jackson, Kim • 74th Street Elementary – Smith ing teachers with funds, the Kennelly, Susan Kypriotakis, Elaine G. Harris • Countryside High – Daniel C. foundation recently launched a Pauline Bitetzakis, Pat Finke, • Sexton Elementary – Smith Classroom Sweetheart’s Cam- Michelle Scalise, Janet Son- Roseann V. Sacino, Betsy Courte- • Lakewood High – Jason Ness paign. Designed to raise funds for theimer, Kay Durrance-D’Azzo, nay, Suzanne Craig, Donna Fan- • Pinellas Park Middle – the grants program, the cam- Lorraine Yaslowitz, Jennifer A. nin, Carolien Goossens, and Colleen Quinn paign allows individuals to do- Kennedy, Kelly Rexford, Suzanne Suzanne lak • Woodlawn Elementary – nate money to the grant program Bradford, Stacey Rutledge, and • Woodlawn Elementary – Ar- Monica Taylor on behalf of their sweetheart. The Wendy Smith cilous Mincey The following are the recipi- sweetheart will also receive a • Garrison-Jones Elementary – The following teachers won ents of the Progress Energy Valentine’s Day card, and de- Sandra C. Schmitt Achieva Credit Union Grants: Grant: pending on the option chosen, a • High Point Elementary – Vic- • Bardmoor Elementary – • EWS Eckerd youth Challenge gift certificate for a box of choco- toria S. Hagedorn and Kathleen Melissa Donley Program – Mindy Shaw late from Schakolad Chocolate Ford • Calvin Hunsinger – Deborah • Forest Lakes Elementary – Factory in St. Petersburg. Visit • Hospital Homebound – Phyl- Corrado Janet M. Acerra www.pinellaseducation.org for lis Sciara, Marti McCann, Ed • Coachman Transition North – • Lakewood High – Jason Ness details. Galmish, and Patrice Mykytka Deborah Vest • Largo Middle – Leslie Pohley The following teachers won • Lakewood High – Jason J. • Countryside High – Daniel • Leila Davis Elementary – Teach for Excellence Enhance- Ness Smith Catherine Brkljacic ment Program Grants: • Largo Middle – Katherine • Curtis Fundamental Elemen- • Northeast High – Elizabeth • Academie Da Vinci – Vicki D. Hawley, Melissa Colgan, and tary – Cathy Fuhs Royak Poppell Leslie J. Pohley • Dixie Hollins Adult Education • Orange Grove Elementary – • Anona Elementary – Sheila F. • Leila Davis Elementary – Alli- – Karen G. Bells Allison Swift Baker, Kris Devlin, Kyle Halkett, son M. Chester • Dunedin Highland Middle – • Osceola Middle – Krtista Wil- Mary Bellack, Laurel Hall-Peters, • New Heights Elementary – Michael Skinner son Stephanie Wager, Kristen Ledbet- Jennifer H. Perez • Fuguitt Elementary – Amy • Safety Harbor Middle – Chris Photo courtesy of ST. JEROME EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER ter, and Kathryn Adikes • Nina Harris Exceptional – Coury Bobrovetski, Jeanne Gagliardo, St. Jerome Early Childhood Center had a “Doughnuts with Dad • Gibbs High – Betty Scott Nichole E. Karbon, and Matthew Day,” Jan. 28. Preschool children made placemats for their • Douglas Jamerson Elemen- Miller fathers, who visited the school before they went to work. From tary – Pam Ziesmann • Seminole Vocational Educa- left are Casey Carpenter, 4, and his father, Mike. • Highland Lakes Elementary – tion – Anthony Woodworth Jennifer Leggio • Lake St. George Elementary – Jennifer Bradley Vote for your favorite outstanding educator • Lakewood High – Emily Thompson LARGO – Community members are invited to vote the Year, Business Partners of the Year and Unsung • Largo Middle – Katherine online for their favorite Outstanding Educator of the Hero will be revealed at the 2013 Evening of Excel- Hawley and Melissa Colgan Year finalist in Pinellas by going to www.pinellas lence on Monday, Feb. 25, at Ruth Eckerd Hall. The • Nina Harris Exceptional – education.org. finalists are as follows: Jacquie Grimes In an effort to showcase the excellence of Pinel- • Jennifer Anderson of East Lake High • Orange Grove Elementary – las County Schools’ six 2013 finalists, the Pinellas • Becky Bride of Palm Harbor University High Kim Lopez Education Foundation, with the support of the • Krista Kelleher of Sawgrass Lake Elementary 110812 • Osceola Fundamental High – Tampa Bay Rays, has featured each finalist on its • Jennifer Klimis of Tarpon Springs Fundamental website. Elementary The winner of “fan favorite,” along with the an- • Jean Wark of Perkins Elementary nouncement of the 2013 Outstanding Educator of • Joanne Wright of Safety Harbor Middle FAMILYFAMILY PRACTICEPRACTICE && Free driver’s ed classes offered this summer LARGO – Registration has 3000 State Road 580, Clearwa- 16th St. N, St. Petersburg. Con- INTERNALINTERNAL MEDICINEMEDICINE begun for Pinellas County ter. Contact Kevin O’Sullivan or tact Dave Redding or Larry Rud- Schools’ free driver’s education Scott Hernon at 725-7956, ext. isill at 570-3138, ext 1133. classes set for the summer. 2059. • Palm Harbor University High Todd Clarkson, D.O. These are open to public and • Dixie Hollins High School, School, 1900 Omaha Street. Con- private school students. Registra- 4940 62nd St. N., St Petersburg. tact John Baker or Vincent Parisi tion will continue until all the Contact Lynn Keiser, George at 669-1131, ext. 2250. slots have been filled. Johnson or Robert Stickney at • Pinellas Park High School, There are two 10-day sessions, 547-7876, ext. 2073. 6305 118th Ave. N, Largo. Con- which will run 7:30 a.m. to 2 • Dunedin High School, 1651 tact Ralph Young or Paul Hanson p.m. Session 1 will be held June Pinehurst Road. Contact Brian at 538-7410. 10 to 13, 17 to 20, 24 and 25. Bruch or Robert Beckman at • St. Petersburg High School, Session two will be June 25 and 469-4100. 2501 5th Avenue. N. Contact 27, July 1-3, 8-11, and 15. • East Lake High School, 1300 Chris Blackwell or Dusty Boylson Donald Collins, D.O. Dr.’s Todd Clarkson and Donald Collins remain committed to maintaining the Students can choose from the Silver Eagle Dr., Tarpon Springs. at 893-1842. standards and traditions of excellence their patients expect and deserve. following sites: Contact Robert Jenkins or Adam Requirements and policies are: • Boca Ciega High School (ses- Tedora at 942-5419, ext. 1070. • Students must be at least 15 our physicians and three Advanced Registered Nurse sion one only,) 924 58th St. S, • Lakewood High School, 1400 years old and possess a learner’s Practitioners work out of 2 office locations. Our East Bay Gulfport. Contact Bob Medici or 54th Ave. S., St. Petersburg. Con- permit or operator’s license when Medical Center offers visits during “Lunchtime” hours to Randy Shuman at 893-2780, ext. tact Anthony Givins or Sam the session begins. FF better meet your scheduling needs. 2158. Roper at 893-2916. • Two absences will result in 2 Convenient Locations to Better Serve You. • Clearwater High School, 540 • Largo High School, 410 Mis- an automatic withdrawal. S Hercules Avenue. Contact Tom souri Avenue. Contact James • Three tardies equals one ab- Ronald Mall, D.O. Oakhurst Medical Clinic Shaneyfelt or Pete Eagleson at Casey or David Angelo at 588- sence. 13020 Park Blvd., Seminole, FL 33776 • 727-393-3404 298-1620, ext. 172. 3758, ext 2102. Call Nickolas Grasso at (727) oakhurstmedicalclinic.com • Countryside High School, • Northeast High School, 5500 588-6125. East Bay Medical Center 3800 East Bay Drive, Largo, FL 33771 • 727-539-0505 eastbaymedicalcenter.com The deans’ lists www.oakmed.com Oppong makes Deal makes dean’s list Logemann CLEARWATER – Cassandra L. 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© Tampa Bay Newspapers: All rights reserved www.tbnweekly.com Leader, February 7, 2013 Schools 13A School notes Schools need for 2013 Business Partner of the arships of $1,000 toward post- Reflections 500 mentors Year with Pinellas County secondary education. Also, 10 Schools have been chosen. The national winners will get a total of CLEARWATER – Pinellas winners will be announced at an $10,000 in scholarships for post- County school officials have Evening of Excellence celebration secondary education, and Kohl’s made it a goal to recruit at least on Monday, Feb. 25, at Ruth will donate $1,000 to a nonprofit 500 additional mentors by the Eckerd Hall. organization on each national end of the school year. Companies and organizations winner’s behalf. The campaign is “Get Engaged were nominated in three cate- – Be a Mentor!” and kicked off in gories: elementary, secondary Trainee of the Year January. and district. “All children need and deserve Each year, business partners award announced at least one adult in their life who are honored by the Pinellas Edu- PALM HARBOR – Christina will listen to them and guide cation Foundation at this event, Chadwick, a senior at East Lake them and cheer for them. Men- where first, second and third- High, has been named the tors truly do change lives, and place winners are announced. Trainee of the Year by the Ger- even a small investment of time The winner in each category will man American Chambers of can provide a lifetime of rewards,” represent Pinellas County at the Commerce. She was nominated said Michelle Roberge, PCS coor- state level in each category. for her internship work at Bauer dinator of family and community More than 50 businesses and Foundation Corp., an Odessa- relations. “We’re asking our com- community organizations were based subsidiary of Bauer Group, munity members to consider nominated for the three cate- an international construction and mentoring a Pinellas County stu- gories by school personnel, par- machinery manufacturing com- dent.” ents and/or community pany headquartered in Germany. The public is asked to help members regarding the work they Her award came with a one-week, make a difference in a child’s life. do that directly benefits students all-expenses-paid trip to Berlin. “When one selflessly shares through financial support, other Bauer Group is an internation- their time, their knowledge and al construction and machinery resources and/or volunteer Photo courtesy of MELISSA MARTIN their experiences with a child, manufacturing company head- hours. Madeira Beach Fundamental School fourth-grader Abigail Martin, left, and eighth-grader Julianne they have the opportunity to posi- quartered in Germany. The finalists are the following: Baschuk have advanced to the state level in the Reflections 2012-13 art competition. Martin is tively impact our students and “My career goals became so Elementary: competing in dance choreography and Bachuk in visual arts. Top finishers at the state level will advance our community as a whole,” said • Anona United Methodist much more evident through the Superintendent Michael A. Grego. process of training (at Bauer) that to the national level. Reflections is a national program that offers art competition in photography, visual Church arts, literature, film production, musical composition and dance choreography. “I am so thankful for the many • Keller Williams Gulfside Real- I am now focused on pursuing people throughout our district ty mechanical engineering in my fu- who have dedicated themselves to • Our Savior Lutheran Church ture,” Chadwick said in her ac- supporting our students through Secondary: ceptance speech. Clearwater teacher wins yearlong fellowship mentoring.” • Ford PAS She said she worked in various For more information, contact • Lowe’s capacities for Bauer until she CLEARWATER – Valerie Chris- tomorrow’s leading STEM profes- said Emily Simone, Lockheed Michelle at 588-6405 or • Ryan Wells Foundation found her “passion working in tou of Clearwater, a science sionals,” said Gerry Wheeler, in- Martin’s director of Global Com- [email protected]. District: the mechanic and weld shop.” teacher at St. Petersburg High, terim executive director, NSTA. munity Outreach. “We’re excited • Crown Automotive Group The experience with Bauer was recently chosen for a year- Hundreds of people applied, to partner with NSTA and sup- Anniversary gala • DITEK gave her real world experience in long fellowship program in the but only nine teachers were se- port the fellows.” and auction set • Horace Mann Insurance the professional realm, she said. prestigious National Science lected from Florida. The 2012 Fellows were selected “As my confidence grew, I real- Teachers Association’s new sci- “Lockheed Martin values the on the basis of several criteria, in- CLEARWATER – St.Cecelia ized that I had earned the respect School’s 10th Anniversary Gala FAFSA Nights set ence teacher academy. importance of providing training cluding showing evidence of a of the other workers. I also One of nine teachers selected and resources to teachers so they solid science background and and Auction is set for Saturday, Students and parents are invit- learned the value of great team- Feb. 9, at the Belleair Country ed to FAFSA Nights, which offers from Florida, Christou will receive are better equipped to teach the displaying a strong interest in work and the importance of good a comprehensive NSTA member- next generation of scientists, en- growing as a professional science Club. Tickets are $75, and there one-on-one assistance so that communication,” she said. will be dinner, dancing, a cash they may complete the Free Ap- ship package, online mentoring gineers and mathematicians,” educator. bar, and a silent and live auction. plication for Federal Student Aid with trained mentors who teach Auction items include four grand- quickly, in order to qualify for the Reinhardt earns in the same discipline, and the stand tickets to the Macy’s most financial aid as possible for chiropractic degree opportunity to participate in a va- Thanksgiving Day Parade, an college. The nights are on Tues- PALM HARBOR – Frank Rein- riety of Web-based professional eight-day northern-California days, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the fol- hardt recently earned his doctor development activities, including trip, a southern-California trip, a lowing locations: of chiropractic degree from Logan Web seminars. In addition, she Montana summer home trip, • Feb. 19, Dunedin High College of Chiropractic in St. will receive financial support to braces, jewelry, spa packages, • Feb. 26, Lakewood High Louis. attend and participate in NSTA’s 2-28-13 $40 $35 fine wine, hotel stays, and NFL • March 12, Largo High The son of Frank and Kathy 2013 National Conference on Sci- Before After pro helmet signed by Joe Mon- Reinhardt of Homer Glen, he ence Education in San Antonio. 11:30 AM 11:30 AM tana, Jerry Rice and Steve Young. Scholarship plans to practice at Palm Harbor “We are thrilled to provide EVERYDAY For details, contact the school Chiropractic and Rehabilitation these teachers with the resources $ Walk • $ Ride at 461-1207. accepting nominations in Palm Harbor. and support needed to help them 17 23 Weekdays before 2PM Kohl’s Cares Scholarship Pro- At college, Reinhardt complet- feel confident and passionate Fundraiser set gram is now accepting nomina- ed 10 trimesters of study – the about the critical work they do in $ $ tions for outstanding young inspiring today’s youth to become 12 Walk • 18 Ride SEMINOLE – Starkey Elemen- equivalent of five two-semester volunteers. The program will academic years. His doctor of chi- AFTER 2PM-ANYTIME SAT.-SUN. tary School is having a Spirit award more than $425,000 in Night fundraiser on Tuesday, ropractic curriculum encom- scholarships and prizes, ranging 2/28/13 Feb. 12, 5 to 8 p.m., at Mo’Ziki passed basic and clinical Visit the Largo 012413 from $50 Kohl’s gift cards to 012413 restaurant, 10801 Starkey Road sciences, chiropractic science, re- $10,000 scholarships. Nomina- search and patient care. Leader every day at in order to raise funds to send tions for kids ages 6 to 18 will be www.TBNweekly.com the fifth-grade class on an accepted until Friday, March 15, overnight adventure to Kennedy at www.kohlskids.com. More Email information and no- Space Center. During the set than 2,300 young volunteers will tices to Largo Leader Editor hours, 10 percent of all food pur- be selected. Nominators must be Juliana Torres at jtorres@TBN chased will go toward the stu- at least 21 years old. weekly.com. You also can dents’ trip. 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© Tampa Bay Newspapers: All rights reserved www.tbnweekly.com 14A Faith & Family Leader, February 7, 2013 The Mexican War: A controversial conflict Bay Pines names The Mexican War, which took place from 1846 to cations, and bounty lands. And like the Revolution- 1848, is typically an overlooked but important con- ary War and the War of 1812, both of which preced- flict, important for both parties. The conflict is often Genealogy ed the Mexican War, those records are officially kept new chief of staff pointed to as an example of naked American imperi- exposed by the National Archives. Few if any of those docu- alism. In fact, critics claim that the United States Peter Summers ments are digitized at this point, but you can order SEMINOLE – Dr. Dominique deliberately provoked the war as an excuse to ac- copies from the National Archives. Instructions for Thuriere was recently named the quire western lands to the Pacific Ocean. It is true doing so can be found at the NARA website new chief of staff of Bay Pines VA that we had intentions to expand our borders, the concept of manifest (http://archives.gov), and the Pinellas Genealogy Society offers a class Healthcare System. destiny. That term, by the way, is credited to journalist John L. O’Sul- on ordering those records. Check the society website where upcoming A reception to introduce livan, and made its appearance first in 1845. Whether the term was classes are listed (http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~flpgs). Another Thuriere was held Jan. 29 at the formally used at the time or not is immaterial; the idea behind it, PGS class, one on military records in general, also may be of value. medical center. though it had its critics, was popular. Ancestry.com (a fee site that is freely accessed at your public library) The celebration came on the Almost half of Mexico’s territory in 1846 extended north of its pres- is also a good site to find various lists of combatants and pensioners, heels of a system-wide an- ent border. It took in the present states of California, Arizona, New as is Fold3 (www.fold3.com). The Veterans and Widows Census of nouncement made by Suzanne Mexico, Nevada, and parts of others, including arguably the western 1890 also may list surviving veterans of the Mexican war. A very pro- Klinker, director of Bay Pines part of Texas (in fact, the disputed border with Texas was one of the ductive site is Descendants of Mexican War Veterans VAHCS, on Jan. 9 informing em- sparks that ignited the war). By the end of the conflict, all that land (http://www.dmwv.org). There you will find history, rosters, pictures, ployees that Thuriere was select- became part of the United States – Mexico had lost nearly half of its and more. Another “must” site to use is one authored by Joe Beine ed for the organization’s top original territory. (http://www.militaryindexes.com). The Family Search site clinical executive position. The acquisition of land clear to the Pacific Ocean was one of the rea- (https://familysearch.org/search/collection/show#uri=http://family- Prior to Thuriere’s appoint- sons the war was important to us, of course. Another reason was that it search.org/searchapi/search/collection/1979390) provides a digitized ment, she served as the health- Dominique Thuriere bore American heroes such as Zachary Taylor, the hero of the Battle of index of pensioners of that war, and that site also has microfilmed in- care system’s chief of Mental Buena Vista and who later became president. Other notables were dexes of the compiled service records. Health and Behavioral Science Service since 2000 prior to becoming Kearny, Freemont, and Scott to name a few. The war also served as the The Pinellas Genealogy Society offers a class focused on the Mexican the organization’s acting chief of staff last June. training ground for junior officers who in the Civil War would oppose War, and when it is scheduled, you can find it in the class list at the As the chief of the Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences Service, each other as generals and colonels. Here we see familiar names such as society webpage mentioned earlier. she provided oversight and held responsibility for a large and complex George McClelland, Robert E. Lee, Ulysses S. Grant, Thomas (Stonewall) Although the Mexican War is considered a minor conflict in the mental health service comprised of 14 subspecialty programs staffed Jackson, and others. Jefferson Davis, president of the confederacy, also scheme of American wars, it was nonetheless tremendously important by 138 mental health professionals. performed heroically as a junior officer in the Mexican War. in terms of our westward expansion, not to mention uniquely valuable During her tenure as chief, the service expanded exponentially and Another reason the Mexican War was important to the United States to those who have ancestors who participated in it. The records are not was recognized by the VA as one of the best mental health services in was because the issue of slavery in the newly acquired western territory online at this point, but they are reasonably available from the Nation- the nation. exacerbated that issue and eventually led to the American Civil War. It al Archives and some specialized websites, and should not be over- “Dr. Thuriere’s collaborative spirit, interest in innovation, and dedi- was not the only cause of that conflict, but it was a major contributor, looked in our research. cation to mentoring today’s and tomorrow’s health care professionals and the debate that played out in the West was a significant element. Peter Summers is an amateur genealogist w ho has been w orking on all while being an active participant in the community makes her an The types of records we generally associate with our early wars were his family history since 1972. He is past president of the Pinellas Ge- ideal leader for Bay Pines VA Healthcare System,” Klinker said. generated as well in this one: compiled service records, pension appli- nealogy Society. Thuriere started her VA career in 1990 at the James A. Haley Veter- ans Hospital in Tampa as an inpatient psychiatrist and joined the staff at Bay Pines in 1993. In addition to her work in VA, she also has a fac- Faith briefs ulty appointment at the University of South Florida College of Medicine. For information, call 585-9969 Bob Steinberg and Chucko the Thuriere is a graduate of the State University of New York at Buffalo Prince of Peace St. Petersburg College of Medicine and completed her residency training in New York Lutheran Church or visit www.poplargo.org. Clown (Charles Sidlow) of Circus Community Church Sarasota will present an interac- City at the North Shore University Hospital-Cornell Medical Center. She LARGO – As part of the Art for tive circus sure to delight guests ST. PETERSBURG – A Valen- is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Faith’s Sake concert series, the Chabad Jewish Center of all ages. tine’s movie night will be present- “I come to work every day with a clear and singular purpose: to treat Augustana Choir will perform ST. PETERSBURG – Purim in In addition to performing in top ed Saturday, Feb. 16, 7 p.m., in veterans with compassion and to offer them the highest quality care,” Saturday, Feb. 16, 7 p.m., at the Circus will be presented Sun- theaters and venues throughout the fellowship hall at St. Peters- Thuriere said. “If I have accomplished this so far, it is only because I Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, day, Feb. 24, 4:30 p.m., at North America, Steinberg has burg Community Church, 4501 have been fortunate enough to work with extremely talented and dedi- cated VA health care professionals that come to work every day with 455 Missouri Ave. Chabad Jewish Center of Greater made international appearances 30th Ave. N. that same mission. The choir is from Rock Island, St. Petersburg, 4010 Park St. N. including the Singapore Interna- The featured film will be “I am extremely honored to have been named chief of staff,” she Ill. The concert is free. International performer Billy tional Comedy Festival, New “Courageous.” Children, ages 5 to added, “and look forward to working with all of our clinical and admin- Zealand, Australia and in St. Pe- 10, are welcome to join us for a program specifically designed for istrative professionals at Bay Pines as we continue to provide the very tersburg, Russia, where he per- them during the movie. A nursery best health care services to our veterans.” formed in the Bolshoi Circus of also will be provided for children, The Bay Pines VAHCS is one of the nation’s leading VA healthcare St. Petersburg. What’s Selling infant to age 4. Popcorn will be systems, employing more than 3,800 medical professionals and sup- Upon graduation from high served during the movie. The port staff. The Joint Commission and the Commission on Accredita- school Chucko the Clown was event is free. tion of Rehabilitation Facilities accredit the facility. The healthcare encouraged to audition for Rin- in Pinellas County To RSVP or for information, system is also a three-time winner of the Robert W. Carey Circle of Ex- gling Brothers & Barnum and call 525-0012 or visit www.grace cellence Award, the VA’s top honor for quality achievement. Bailey Circus Clown College. He St. Petersburg tograce.org. The organization operates nine health care facilities to include the $ became one of an elite group of main medical center located in Bay Pines and outpatient clinics locat- 3Bedroom/3.5Bath 1,050,000 50 students, selected from over ed in Bradenton, Cape Coral, Naples, Palm Harbor, Port Charlotte, 5,000 applicants. After 20 years Chabad of Clearwater Sarasota, St. Petersburg, and Sebring. Every year Bay Pines VAHCS with Ringling, Chucko resided in CLEARWATER – As part of the treats nearly 100,000 veterans while providing a full range of medical, Osaka, Japan, for 11 years Chabad of Clearwater’s distin- psychiatric, and extended care services in outpatient, inpatient, nurs- SOLD where he produced and per- guished speaker series. Bernd ing home, and home care settings. formed comedy antics working Wollschlaeger – son of a Nazi as International Clown Coordi- tank commander – will give a lec- nator. Upon his return to the ture on Sunday, Feb. 10, 7 p.m., Military briefs United States he helped develop at Holiday Inn Express, 2580 ton, San Antonio, Texas; Fort and create Circus Sarasota. Gulf-to-Bay Blvd. Zachery Martin Lee, Va.; and Fort Lewis-Mc- In 2009 and 2010 he also was Wollschlaeger will talk about LARGO – Marine Corps Pvt. Chord, Tacoma, Wash., as well as invited to perform in China at his family history, his discovery of Zachery Martin recently earned at the Pentagon. their international arts festival. the events of the Holocaust, his the title of United States Marine Most recently, he was asked to move from Germany to Israel and after graduating from recruit Stunning, breathtaking 2,354 Sq. Ft. condo w/floor to ceiling windows. work with the “Jose Michel Eu- his decision to become a Jew. His training at Marine Corps Recruit This residence has a bright and airy atmosphere. Sophisticated design Depot, Parris Island, S.C. and flawless floor plan plus approximately 469 Sq. Ft. ropean Clowns” on their debut father was a Nazi tank command- Martin is the son of Gena Stan- of expansive terrace. in America. er who was personally decorated for heroism by Adolph Hitler. ford of Largo, and Dennis Martin Robyn Gunn Besides the performances by of Clearwater. Martin is a 2011 Premier Sotheby’s International Realty Billy Bob and Chucko, atten- “The story is really quite unbe- lievable,” said Wollschlaeger, who graduate of Osceola Fundamental dees will be able to nosh on tra- High School in Seminole. ditional circus fare such as hot has written of his family’s Largo wartime past and his own con- $ dogs and fries, hot pretzels, cot- Joel Quattlebaum 63,000 ton candy and popcorn. There version to Judaism in a memoir, 2 Bedroom/2 Bath “A German Life – Against All LARGO – Marine Corps Pfc. also will be crafts, music and Joel R. Quattlebaum recently balloons. Odds, Change is Possible”. The lecture is titled “My Father earned the title of United States Prior to the program, there will Marine after graduating from re- SOLD be a Megillah reading at 4 p.m. Was A Nazi.” Wollschlaeger said his aim in cruit training at Marine Corps Reservations before Monday, Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S.C. Feb. 11, cost $5 a person or $20 telling his story is to help others Brian O’Neil understand “how we as individ- Quattlebaum is a 2008 gradu- for a family. After Feb. 11, cost is ate of Largo High School. $7 a person. uals can stand up and make a Cadets march in For reservations and informa- difference to prevent something Inaugural Parade like the Shoah from happening Kevin Kissoon tion, call 344-4900 or visit The following Virginia Military again.” LARGO – Marine Corps Pvt. www.ChabadSP.com. Institute cadets were among the Admission is $10. For reserva- Kevin Kissoon recently earned approximately 1,500 who tions, call 265-2770 or visit the title of United States Marine marched in this year’s presiden- Move in ready villa! This ideal level floor plan features a light and bright www.jewishclearwater.com. after graduating from recruit kitchen. 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Wellerstein opening remarks by invited digni- Clear blue skies and a northerly taries and community leaders. breeze often mean tough condi- The featured speaker is former tions for fishing. Take it or leave it. That’s your choice. Pinellas County Commissioner As someone who earns a living through fishing I often find myself on Barbara Sheen Todd, who led the water on a lot of days that might look pretty to the untrained eye. community efforts to lease Wee- However, from an angling standpoint, they can be a recipe for fail- don Island from the state of Flori- ure. Following are a couple of shallow water tidbits that might help put da and implement a management a couple extra fish in the boat on those less than perfect days. plan that protected the Native If you want to fish the shallows on bluebird days, you’re going to American burial mounds, pre- have to stay as far away from the fish as possible and be as absolutely served the coastal mangroves, quiet as possible. Long rods and light line will help you get the bait out protected the sea grass beds and there. Bringing up another point, I love to fish artificial lures as much maintained the indigenous flora as anyone. and fauna. However, if the water temperature has dipped and there’s no cloud Trained guides will lead a se- Photo courtesy of PINELLAS COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS cover, the bites will be few and far between. Fresh pinfish are readily ries of hikes throughout the pre- Cutting the ribbon at the opening of the Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center on available right now and if you cut their tail off they make the perfect serve. There are hikes specially Nov. 2, 2002 are, from left, St. Petersburg Mayor Rick Baker, Pinellas Commissioner Bob Stewart, Pinellas redfish and gator trout bait. designed for families; others Commissioner John Morroni, Tom Muntz, Pinellas Commissioner Barbara Sheen Todd, Connie Kone, Positioning your boat and controlling the amount of noise coming from focus on Native American history Kathleen Schwallie, Pinellas Commissioner Susan Latvala, Pinellas Commissioner Karen Williams Seel, Ed it is perhaps most important. Approach your desired location from an up and coastal ecology. Hoffman Jr. and Pinellas Commissioner Ken Welch. Holding the ribbon are students from the Seminole wind heading. This may require you to take a different angle to the area. Arts and crafts activities, in- Ahfachkee School. This approach will allow you to use your trolling motor on a very low cluding fish printing and Play- speed, thus lessening the chance of spooking the fish from a distance Doh pottery, will be offered for For information visit www.wee sources Department and is open history, ecology and people. The that will never allow you to set up on them. As your making your way children and adults. Videos don10-eorg.eventbrite.com. The to the public seven days a week, center is open Thursday to Satur- to the fish consider shutting your bait well down and relocating your chronicling Weedon Island Pre- Friends of Weedon Island is a non- including holidays, from 7 a.m. to day, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. It is closed bait to an outside towable bait pen. serve’s history and ecology will be profit group that supports environ- 15 minutes before sunset. Its all Pinellas County holidays. Lastly, get your crew to believe in what you’re doing. Get them exited offered for viewing in the center, mental preservation and education many outdoor activities include To learn more about Weedon about catching some big fish in such skinny water. Let them know and a scavenger hunt will take at the preserve. walking trails, a fishing pier and Island Preserve and its upcoming that anything they can do to control the vibrations coming off the boat place within the center’s exhibit Weedon Island Preserve pro- a canoe/kayak launch. programs and events, visit will only help to catch more fish. areas. All guests who complete tects more than 3,700 acres of The Cultural and Natural His- www.weedonislandpreserve.org Definitely try to get everyone to sit down and relax and to let you the hunt will receive prizes. natural ecosystems and is located tory Center in the preserve fea- or call 453-6500. To register for freshen the baits and net the fish, you know your boat best and can Guests will enjoy music by Na- at 1800 Weedon Drive NE in St. tures the permanent exhibit, programs and events visit Videos move around it while making as little noise as possible. tive American flute players. An Petersburg. The preserve is oper- Connecting People and Place, an featuring Weedon Island Preserve Until next week, get bent! anniversary cake and light re- ated under the Pinellas County art-inspired, hands-on education- can be viewed on You Tube at freshments will be served at noon. Parks and Conservation Re- al exhibit which reveals the area’s www.youtube.com/pcctv1. Tyson Wallerstein can be reached at [email protected]. FWC, DEP increase service in state parks this year Gardening briefs Coast Orchid Society will meet When the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission ac- officers was patrolling the parks alone. The consolidation of officers be- Society to host show LARGO – The Florida West Thursday, Feb. 14, at the Pinellas quired additional personnel from the Department of Environmental came official July 1, 2012. County Cooperative Extension, Protection and the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services “We are pleased with the extremely high level of service provided to Coast Orchid Society will present its annual orchid auction and 12175 125th St. N. in 2012, its staff gained new responsibilities. our state parks and visitors by FWC law enforcement professionals,” An educational class will be Now, FWC officers patrol all of Florida’s woods and waters, including said Donald Forgione, DEP’s Florida Park Service director. “The safety sale on Saturday, March 16, at Largo Cultural Center’s historic presented at 7 p.m. Corinne its state forests and state parks. of our visitors and the environment is our top priority. With the consol- Arnold will discuss mounting or- Gov. Rick Scott said, “By combining the efforts of Florida’s environ- idation of Florida’s environmental law enforcement divisions, we have Largo Feed Store, 105 Central Park Drive. chids. At 7:30 p.m., Jim Roberts mental law enforcement, we can ensure that our state’s many visitors a larger pool of officers from multiple areas of the state who are avail- will speak on Dendrobium anos- are safe and natural resources are protected. This efficient approach able to efficiently and effectively assist the state parks when called.” The event will begin with a plant preview at 9 a.m. followed mum and its hybrids. provides FWC more opportunities to serve Florida families and en- The consolidation was recommended by the Law Enforcement The meeting will include an or- hance the natural condition of our state parks and forests.” Consolidation Task Force and sponsored by Rep. Rich Glorioso and by the auction, starting at 10 a.m. There is no admission chid sale, raffle and refresh- “We have become more efficient and effective with an even broader Sen. Jack Latvala in a bill that the Florida Legislature approved. Gov. ments. Visitors are welcome. range of skills and experience,” said Col. Jim Brown, director of the Rick Scott signed the consolidation bill into law. The change was pro- charge and parking is free. For information, call Ruth Admission and parking are free. FWC’s Division of Law Enforcement. “By reducing supervisors, in- jected to improve service to the public and cut costs. Though the ini- Cannon at 550-7993, email For information, call 550-7993. creasing the number of officers in the field and working closely with tial savings are limited, the efficiencies created will save the state [email protected] or visit DEP’s Florida Park Service, we have been able to increase service levels more than $3 million over the next five years and $1.28 million in re- www.fwcos.org. in the parks by 28 percent.” curring annual savings. Library to host The statistic refers to the number of activity hours in the parks in “We are already seeing benefits,” Brown said. “We look forward to con- organic program the first six months after the consolidation – July through December – tinuing to enhance service and ensure that people can safely enjoy our Orchid Friends sale set SAFETY HARBOR – A free pro- compared to the same period of 2011, when a smaller number of DEP state parks, state forests and all of Florida’s beautiful natural resources.” SEMINOLE – The Orchid gram on organic spring gardening Friends sale will take place Satur- will be presented Thursday, Feb. day, March 2, 9 a.m. to noon, at 7, 2 p.m., at the Safety Harbor Li- Sports briefs the Lutheran Church of the Good brary, 101 Second St. N. Shepherd, 10891 102nd Ave. N. Master Gardener Jai Hambly Walk to help raise funds for children worked since 1991. He has also served as the head swim coach at Coun- The sale will feature a variety of will explain how to ready gardens LARGO – Coordinated Child Care of Pinellas will host the third an- tryside High for the last 12 years and was honored as Pinellas Coach of blooming and non-blooming for the spring with organic gar- nual “Because Every Child Counts” 3K Walk on Saturday, Feb. 9, at the Year in 2002, 2004, and 2009. He was also nominated as the 2012 plants as well as supplies for dening. Hambly of Organic Living Eagle Lake Park, 1800 Keene Road. Pinellas County Athletic Conference boys team coach of the year. He is sale. Advice on orchid care and will teach attendees how to be a The walk will start at 11 a.m. at shelter No. 5. Registration will open the current president of the Tampa Bay Aquatics swim team board. culture will be offered. For infor- successful gardener in Florida. at 10 a.m. The organization is accepting donations for the event. “We are thrilled to have such a highly regarded swimming professional mation, call 475-0750. Participants will take home free Proceeds raised from the event will support Coordinated Child Care at Carlouel,” said Lee Mackay, general manager. “In addition to rebuild- seedlings and gardening prod- of Pinellas’s goal of providing a safe, nurturing and educational envi- ing the Pirate’s swim program, Mr. O’Neil will expand Carlouel’s recre- Orchid society to meet ucts. For information, call 724- ronment for children ages 2 months to 6 years of age, many of whom ation and safety programs to include scuba instruction, CPR certification LARGO – The Florida West 1525, ext. 112. are living in poverty and in homeless situations. If you cannot partici- courses, and a variety of athletic activities both on land and on water.” pate in the walk, you can donate at www.childcarepinellas.org O’Neil has high expectations for Carlouel’s swim team program. “My ultimate goal is to make Carlouel Yacht Club an acting partici- Seminole Chiefs seek coaches pant in the ninth branch of Tampa Bay Aquatics,” O’Neil said. “Cur- Obituaries SEMINOLE – The Seminole Chiefs youth football organization is ac- rently 700 swimmers strong, the USA registered swimming team is cepting applications for team coaches. recognized as one of the top competitive teams in the country, and I in- Joseph John D’AMARO Jr. The Chiefs play games at the Seminole Youth Athletic Association tend to elevate Carlouel’s swim program to the highest level.” Joseph John D'Amaro Jr., 67, of Largo, Fla., made his transition on facility at 12100 90th Ave. The season runs from August through January 11, 2013. He attended Juilliard School and played November. Deadline for applications is March 1. saxophone professionally. He was an Army veteran and upon his The Chiefs also are looking for cheer coaches. For more information, visit www.seminolechiefs.org. return from Viet Nam, graduated from Pace University in 1972. He had a Stock Brokerage and Tax Accounting business for 30 years in O’Neil named director of family programs Largo. He is survived by his fiancée, Connie Collins; sister, Joan DePergola; three daughters, Jennifer DeYoung (Steve), Tracy Reed CLEARWATER – The Carlouel Yacht Club, 1091 Eldorado Ave., has hired swimming specialist Ian (Danny), Aerica D'Amaro (Sherman Brown); and 5 grandchildren, O’Neil as the new director of family programs, Taylor Kelly, Hayden Reed, Cody and Hannah DeYoung, and Enzo aquatics and wellness. His responsibilities will in- Brown. He was laid to rest Sunday, January 20, 2013 at Serenity clude overseeing the club’s swim team program, Gardens, and Father Muldoon officiated. A memorial service aquatic facilities and developing new athletic pro- 020713 followed with Aerica D'Amaro presenting his eulogy and Reverend grams and family activities. Ken Ahrens of Lake Placid officiating. 70 guests attended from the Prior to this position, O’Neil served as the aquat- Tampa Bay area. ics director of Countryside Country Club where he Ian O’Neil e-Editions 020713

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• The Florida Orchestra: Broadway Now!; Friday, Feb. 8, 8 p.m., at the Straz Center, 1010 N. W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa; Saturday, Feb. 9, 8 p.m., at The Mahaffey Theater, 400 First St. S., St. Petersburg; and Sunday, Feb. 10, 7:30 p.m., at Ruth Eck- erd Hall, 1111 McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater. Tickets start at $15. Call 892-3337 or visit www.floridaorchestra.org. The pro- gram will feature a hit parade of songs from such best-loved Broadway shows as “Brigadoon,” “The Phantom of the Opera,” “West Side Story,” “Jekyll & Hyde,” “The Scarlet Pimpernel,” “A Little Night Music,” “Les Miserables,” “Man of La Mancha,” “Sweeney Todd” and “Jersey Boys.” Victor Vanacore will conduct. • Leon Redbone, Friday, Feb. 8, 7:30 p.m., at Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater. Tickets start at $29.50. Call 791- 7400 or visit www.atthecap.com. Although he has appeared in films and on TV, Redbone’s main focus is to honor songs from the first half of the 20th century through live performances. Don- ning his signature white fedora, jacket and sunglasses, Red- bone’s delivery is intimate and low-key, but his mastery of the guitar is impressive as he offers finger-picking with a ragtime bounce or jumps between chords with the grace of a hurdler. • “Love Times Five,” by Dennis Jones, Feb. 8-24, at Venue Ensemble Theatre, presented at Venue Actors Studio, 9125 U.S. 19 N., Pinellas Park. Call 822-6194 or visit www.venueactorstu dio.org. Performances are Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m. Matinees are Sunday, 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $20. A portion of ticket sales from each show is donated to a benefit organization. This hilari- ous, side-splitting and – at times – poignant collection of one act romantic comedies by Dennis Jones is directed by Richard N. Rosen. “Love Times Five” features the 2011 and 2012 WCP summer drama one-act winners, “The Cupid Contract” and “The Photo by KIRK RICHARD SMITH/AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL ARTISTS Deluxe Option,” as well as three other sophisticated and fresh Largo Cultural Center welcomes jazz vocalist Jane Monheit Feb. 14. comedies tied together with a brilliant and sardonic narration that comprises a program of totally delightful theatrical fun. • Yesterday and Today, the Interactive Beatles Experience, A Valentine’s Day show Friday, Feb. 8, 8 p.m., at the Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo. Tickets start at $29.50. Call 587-6793 or visit www.largoarts.com. Yesterday and Today is completely unique Gifted jazz vocalist Jane Monheit to perform at Largo Cultural Center from any other Beatles show out there. The band does away with the wigs and the accents and just concentrates on the LARGO – For those seeking a special treat for Valentine’s Day, jazz music and stories about the music. The audience is asked to and adult contemporary vocalist Jane Monheit will romance audience put down their favorite Beatles song on a note card prior to the members with a performance Thursday, Feb. 14, 7:30 p.m., at Largo show. The band then puts together a set list based upon the au- Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive. dience’s requests. The show is about bringing everyone together Tickets start at $34.50. A $5 charge and applicable service fee will to celebrate such powerful music. be added at the door. Call 587-6793 or visit largoarts.com. • Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, Saturday, Feb. 9, 8 Monheit has firmly established herself as one of the post-millennial p.m., at Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen Booth Road, Clear- jazz world’s foremost vocalists. She has been a featured performer in water. Tickets start at $59.50. Call 791-7400 or visit the nationally televised Christmas at the White House and has ap- www.rutheckerdhall.com. With his remarkable baritone to peared on numerous television shows including “Late Show with David falsetto voice, Valli has charted 71 hits including 40 in the Top Letterman,” “The View,” “The Today Show” and “The Tonight Show 40, 19 in the Top 10 and eight that made it to No. 1. From hits with Jay Leno.” such as “Sherry” through “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” An extraordinarily gifted jazz vocalist whose sincere and romantic “Grease” and his resurgence following “Jersey Boys,” he and the interpretations of exceptional songs has made her a favorite in both Four Seasons have sold more than 100 million records. the jazz and cabaret worlds, Monheit has garnered numerous acco- lades in the past decade. Her first album, “Never Never Land,” was voted top debut recording by the Jazz Journalist’s Association and stayed on the Billboard Jazz chart for over a year. Subsequent albums either charted high, or in several cases, debuted at No. 1, and yielded two Grammy nominations in the Best Instrumental Arrangement Ac- companying Vocals category, recognizing the work of Vince Mendoza on 2002’s “In The Sun” and 2004’s “Taking A Chance On Love.” Monheit’s complete discography includes “Never Never Land” (2000), “Come Dream with Me” (2001), “In the Sun” (2002), “Live at the Rain- Photo by VINCENT SOYEZ/AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL ARTISTS bow Room” (2003), “Taking a Chance on Love” (2004), “The Very Best Jane Monheit plans to release her new CD, “The Heart of the Matter,” of Jane Monheit” (2005), “The Season” (2005), “Surrender” (2007), “The this April. Lovers, The Dreamers, and Me” (2009) and “Home” (2010). Monheit celebrated the 10th anniversary of her recording career in accentuate-the-positive “Look For The Silver Lining.” 2010. To mark the anniversary, the jazz vocalist released “Home,” a “I’m so much more drawn to the happier songs,” Monheit said in a heartfelt collection of standards that represented a passionate return press release at the time. She explained that “Home” was the first to her roots as a jazz musician. The CD features the band she has album she had made in its entirety since becoming a mother. “Having worked with onstage and off for most of her career, as well as special a beautiful child in my life has really lightened me up, especially where guests such as John Pizzarelli, Mark O’Connor, and Larry Goldings. music is concerned.” Photo courtesy of VENUE ENSEMBLE THEATRE “Home” is perhaps the lightest album of Monheit’s 10-CD discogra- Starring in the Venue Ensemble Theatre production of “Love Times phy. Treasured songs include the upbeat Arthur Schwartz/Howard New CD due in April Five” are, seated, from left, Rosalyn Savel, Lou Russo and Suzy Dietz classic “A Shine On Your Shoes,” the swinging Rodgers and Hart Monheit will release her 11th CD, “The Heart of the Matter,” on Fritz; and, standing, Ira Wolf, Chris Carmichael and Dave Graff. gem “Everything I’ve Got Belongs To You,” a charming rendition of Irv- ing Berlin’s “Isn’t It A Lovely Day,” and Jerome Kern/B.G. Desylva’s See MONHEIT, page 4B The Power of Knowledge ... The Gift of Caring NOW Sugar Sweet Honeybells, Honey

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© Tampa Bay Newspapers: All rights reserved www.tbnweekly.com 2B Just for Fun Leader, February 7, 2013 LookingLooking AheadAhead Largo ability in this spellbinding show. Fearless performers with boundless en- man, through March 3, presented by Early Bird Dinner Theatre at the • Touch-a-Truck and Florida Clown Day, Saturday, Feb. 9, 11 ergy defy gravity and execute breathtaking feats while bringing you more Italian-American Club, 200 S. McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater. Per- a.m. to 4 p.m., at Largo Central Park, 101 Central Park Drive, Largo. than two thousand years of Chinese circus traditions. If it’s humanly formances are Thursday through Sunday, with seating at 4 p.m. Mati- The free annual event is designed for children fascinated with big possible, and even if it’s not, Shanghai’s acrobats, jugglers and contor- nees are Thursdays and Saturdays, with seating at 11 a.m. Admission trucks and funny clowns. There also will be a business exposition fea- tionists do it with spectacular flair. These acrobats have earned a spot in is $32 plus tax and includes dinner and the show. For reservations, turing local businesses. Call 586-7415 or largoevents.com. the “Guinness Book of World Records” by their amazing feats of jar-jug- call 446-5898 or visit www.earlybirddinnertheatre.com. • The Florida Suncoast Barbershop Chorus, Sunday, Feb. 10, gling, plate-spinning, hoop-diving and aerial ballet. • “The Red Velvet Cake War,” by Nicholas Hope, Jamie Wooten 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., at the Largo Community Center, 400 Alt. Keene • Celebrity Showcase Series featuring the New Dawn Singers, and Jessie Jones; Saturday, Feb. 9, 2 p.m., at the West Coast Players Road. Tickets are $13 in advance. The show includes a meal. Call 518- Thursday, Feb. 28, 1 to 3 p.m., at Largo Community Center, 400 Alt. Theatre, 21905 U.S. 19 N., Clearwater. In response to popular de- 3131. Keene Road, Largo. Tickets are $14 in advance. Call 518-3131. mand, the theater has scheduled one additional matinee of this popu- • Carme’s Vintage Vegas, Monday, Feb. 11, 2 and 7 p.m., at the • “The Producers,” with book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, lar production. Tickets are $16. Call 437-2363 or visit Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo. Tickets start at and music and lyrics by Mel Brooks; March 1-17, presented by Eight www.wcplayers.org. $22.50. Call 587-6793 or visit www.largoarts.com. With more than 40 O’Clock Theatre, at Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive, • Vienna Boys Choir, Monday, Feb. 11, 1 p.m., at Ruth Eckerd years of performing in Las Vegas, and a powerful baritone voice, Largo. Performances are Thursday through Saturday, 8 p.m. Matinees Hall, 1111 McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater. Tickets are $18 and Carme and his band will have you laughing, remembering some of the are Sunday, 2 p.m. Tickets are $25.50 for adults and $12.50 for chil- $25. Call 791-7400 or visit www.rutheckerdhall.com. Part of the 2012- great stars, and asking for more. This show has it all including playful dren 19 and younger. Call 587-6793. 13 Adults at Leisure Series and returning for the fifteenth time, the impressions of famous performers, artful storytelling, and songs rang- • “Forbidden Broadway’s Greatest Hits,” created and written by world’s preeminent boys’ choir delights audiences with purity of tone, ing from sentimental to zany. Gerard Alessandrini, May 3-19, presented by Eight O’Clock Theatre, at charm, and a repertoire of Austrian folk songs, waltzes, classical mas- • Celebrity Showcase Series featuring the Atlantic City Boys, Tues- Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo. Performances terpieces, beloved pop songs, holiday favorites and medieval chant. day, Feb. 14, 1 and 7 p.m., at the Largo Community Center, 400 Alt. are Thursday through Saturday, 8 p.m. Matinees are Sunday, 2 p.m. • Steve Miller Band, Wednesday, Feb. 13, 8 p.m., at Ruth Eckerd Keene Road, Largo. Tickets are $14 in advance. Call 518-3131. Tickets are $25.50 for adults and $12.50 for children 19 and younger. Hall, 1111 McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater. Tickets start at $49.50. Call 791-7400 or visit www.rutheckerdhall.com. One of rock music’s • Jim Stafford, Friday, Feb. 15, 8 p.m., at Largo Cultural Center, Call 587-6793. all-time greats, the Steve Miller Band has sold more than 30 million 105 Central Park Drive, Largo. Tickets start at $24.50. Call 587-6793 • “The Swashbuckling Adventures of Alex Jones,” with book, or visit www.largoarts.com. Famous for his million-selling records, records in a career spanning more than 40 years. His trademark music and lyrics by Jason Tucker, July 12-21, presented by Eight O’- “Spiders & Snakes,” “Cow Patti” and the infamous “My Girl Bill,” blues-rock sound made him one of the key artists in classic rock radio. Clock Theatre, at Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive, Stafford satirizes the obvious with his music and comedy. He has The Steve Miller Band is brand name rock that millions have come to made 26 appearances on “The Tonight Show,” was a performer and Largo. Performances are Thursday through Saturday, 8 p.m. Matinees trust. The band is best known for a string of 1970s hits such as “The writer for the “Smothers Brothers Show” and even hosted his own TV are Sunday, 2 p.m. Tickets are $25.50 for adults and $12.50 for chil- Joker,” “Take the Money and Run,” “Fly Like an Eagle,” “Rock’n Me,” show on ABC network. dren 19 and younger. Call 587-6793. “Jet Airliner,” “Jungle Love” and “Abracadabra.” • The New Shanghai Circus, Saturday, Feb. 16, 3 and 8 p.m., at • Sheryl Crow, Thursday, Feb. 14, 8 p.m., at Ruth Eckerd Hall, Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo. Tickets start at Clearwater 1111 McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater. Tickets start at $49. Call $24.50. Call 587-6793. Astonishing athletes stretch the limits of human • “Move Over Mrs. Markham,” by Ray Cooney and John Chap- 791-7400 or visit www.rutheckerdhall.com. The multiple Grammy- winner and humanitarian will return to REH for the first time since her sold-out show in April 2008. Free-spirited, fearless and fierce, Crossword Horoscopes Crow has garnered nine Grammys, performed duets with musical lu- February 7, 2013 minaries such as Sting and Mick Jagger, released seven studio albums which sold more than 35 million records worldwide, saw the launch of her very own clothing line Bootheel Trading Co., is a cancer survivor Capricorn and passionate humanitarian and has performed for President December 22 – January 19 Obama. From humble beginnings as a jingle and back-up singer, Crow Your knack for collecting leads has reached the pinnacle of professional solo success. Crow’s debut, you to an incredible opportunity. the seven times platinum “Tuesday Night Music Club,” hit No. 3 and Seize it, Capricorn. It’s made for earned three Grammys, including Best New Artist, Record of the Year you. A true blue friend could use and Best Female Pop Vocal Performance for the classic “All I Wanna some savvy advice. Do.” The album also featured “Strong Enough,” “Can’t Cry Anymore” and “Leaving Las Vegas.” • Shaun Hopper and Adam Rafferty, Friday, Feb. 15, 7:30 p.m., at Aquarius Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater. Tickets start at $25. January 20 – February 18 Call 791-7400 or visit www.atthecap.com. Hopper will be joined by Go for it, Aquarius. There is Rafferty for one night only at the Capitol Theatre. Hopper’s repertoire is nothing holding you back but global in scope, crossing and combining musical genres on the fly. you. A well-deserved vacation is Moving thematically through his set, he takes his audience on a virtual tour from Celtic imagery and classical medley to soulful ballads and on the horizon. Invite a few jazzy improvisations, all of which he’ll counter punch with a Nashville friends along and amp up the “Hot Licks” session, fret-tapping original or ’70s pop song. An unparal- fun. leled master of the fret-board, Hopper merges complex melodies, har- monies and bass lines along with a one-of-a-kind mix of percussive Pisces elements, which simply captivates. Rafferty has played as a first-call February 19 – March 20 guitarist with the greatest musicians on the planet at countless music Romance heats up, and small festivals and in concert halls with Dr. Lonnie Smith, The Dizzy Gille- spie Big Band, L.A. Studio legend Bennie Wallace, and bassist Bob gifts arrive by the handful. Show Cranshaw from the original Saturday Night Live band, to name a few. your appreciation in a big way, • Jim Brickman, Saturday, Feb. 16, 8 p.m., at Ruth Eckerd Hall, Pisces. A new face brings new 1111 McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater. Tickets start at $40. Call ideas to the table. 791-7400 or visit www.rutheckerdhall.com. Brickman, an award-win- ning PBS superstar and the best-selling piano artist today, returns to Aries Ruth Eckerd Hall with his Valentine concert. 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A number of new movies will hit theaters this week, including the following films opening in wide release: ‘Identity Thief’ Genre: Comedy Cast: Jason Bateman, Melissa McCarthy, Jon Favreau, Amanda Peet, Tip “T.I.” Harris, Genesis Rodriguez, Morris Chestnut, John Cho, Robert Patrick and Eric Stonestreet Director: Seth Gordon Rated: R Jason Bateman and Melissa McCarthy lead the cast of “Identity Thief,” an all-star comedy in which a regular guy is forced to extreme measures to clear his name. With everything to lose after his identity is stolen, he’ll find out how crazed you can get trying to settle a bad credit score. Unlimited funds have allowed Diana (McCarthy) to live it up on the outskirts of Orlando, where the queen of retail buys whatever strikes her fancy. There’s only one glitch: The ID she’s using to finance these sprees reads “Sandy Bigelow Patterson” ... and it belongs to an ac- counts rep (Bateman) who lives halfway across the United States. With only one week to hunt down the con artist before his world im- plodes, the real Sandy Bigelow Patterson heads south to confront the woman with an all-access pass to his life. And as he attempts to bribe, coax and wrangle her the 2,000 miles to Denver, one easy target will discover just how tough it is to get your name back. Photo by BOB MAHONEY ‘Side Effects’ Above, Jason Bateman and Melisssa McCarthy lead the cast of “Identity Thief”, an all-star Genre: Psychological thriller comedy in which a regular guy is forced to extreme measures to clear his name. At right, Cast: Jude Law, Rooney Mara, Catherine Zeta-Jones and Channing Rooney Mara and Channing Tatum star in “Side Effects,” directed by Steven Soderbergh. Photo by BARRY WETCHER/OPEN ROAD FILMS Tatum Director: Steven Soderbergh Cast: Saskia Rosendahl, Kai Malina, Nele Trebs, Ursina Lardi, Hans- play a sadistic game of Would You Rather, where the winner will be Rated: R Jochen Wagner, Mika Seidel, André Frid and Eva-Maria Hagen awarded untold amounts of money. “Side Effects” is a provocative thriller about Emily and Martin (Rooney Director: Cate Shortland As the game progresses, the dilemmas Iris and the other players Mara and Channing Tatum), a successful New York couple whose world Rated: face grow increasingly deadly. unravels when a new drug prescribed by Emily’s psychiatrist (Jude Law) The year is 1945. – intended to treat anxiety – has unexpected side effects. Left to fend for herself when her SS officer father and mother, a For more movie news including what’s playing at local theaters and Emily (Rooney Mara) and Martin Taylor (Channing Tatum) are a staunch Nazi believer, are interred by the victorious Allies at the end of trailers, visit www.TBNweekly.com. Click on the “Movie News & Re- young, beautiful, wealthy couple living the good life, with a mansion, a World War II, Lore, a 14-year-old German girl (Saskia Rosendahl), views” link on the left-side menu. sailboat and every luxury money can buy – until Martin is sent to must lead her four siblings on a harrowing journey across a devastat- prison for insider trading. For four years, Emily waits for him in a tiny ed country. When she meets the charismatic and mysterious young apartment in upper Manhattan, but his release is just as devastating refugee Thomas, (Kai Malina) as his incarceration and Emily sinks into a deep depression. Lore soon finds her world shattered by feelings of hatred and desire St. Jerome’s After a failed suicide attempt, psychiatrist Jonathan Banks (Jude as she must put her trust in the very person she was always taught to Law) is called in to consult on Emily’s case. Desperate not to be hospi- hate in order to survive. talized, Emily agrees to a regimen of therapy and antidepressants, a decision that will change the lives of everyone involved. When Emily’s ‘The Sorcerer and the White Snake’ symptoms don’t improve, Banks prescribes a new medication that qui- Genre: Action and fantasy ets her demons. But the side effects of the drug have chilling conse- Cast: Jet Li, Shengyi Huang and Raymond Lam quences: marriages are ruined, Banks’ practice is decimated and Director: Tony Ching and Siu-tung someone is dead – but who is responsible? Devastated by this profes- Rated: PG-13 sional setback, Banks becomes obsessed with finding an answer. But Action director Ching Siu-Tung helms this fantasy film based on an the truth he uncovers threatens to destroy whatever is left of his career old Chinese legend about an herbalist who falls in love with a thou- Thursdays @ Noon and his private life. sand-year-old White Snake disguised as a woman. Parish Center 012413 Jet Li stars as a sorcerer who discovers her true identity and battles ‘Top Gun 3D’ to save the man’s soul. 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When he invites her to an exclusive dinner party, she accepts. Also “Top Gun” was re-mastered for the big screen from high-resolution attending the dinner party are seven more desperate individuals. They original negative scans and painstakingly converted to 3D by Leg- soon find themselves trapped in Lambrick’s mansion and forced to end3D under the supervision of the film’s director, Tony Scott. Ren- dered in 3D, the film’s complex, long shots reveal extraordinary depth and clarity, allowing viewers to explore every detail of the action. From the spectacular aerial dogfights to the intense close-ups in the cock- pits, each frame enables the audience to feel a part of the story. The story of an elite group of pilots competing to be the best in their class and earn the title of “Top Gun” captured the imagination of a generation and earned a worldwide box office of over $350 million upon its release. The film stars Tom Cruise as Maverick and Kelly McGillis as his civilian instructor. 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LOOKING AHEAD, from page 2B canstage.org. Generally, main stage performances are Wednesday through Saturday, 8 p.m. Matinees are Saturday and Sunday, 3 p.m. Minature Art Society of Florida 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater. Tickets start at $39.50. Call 791-7400 Ticket prices range from $29 to $59 depending on the date and time of or visit www.atthecap.com. The Texas guitar tradition runs deep. It’s a the performance. scholarship deadline is Feb. 8 gutsy school of blues playing, marked by thick tones, aggressive attack • “An Empty Plate in the Café du Grand Boeuf,” by Michael and tons of technique, all delivered in a flamboyant, swaggering style Since 1985, the Miniature Art Society of Florida has awarded Hollinger, through Feb. 17, at freeFall Theatre, 6099 Central Ave., St. more than 80 scholarships, totaling more than $110,000, to that is endemic to the Lone Star State. One name that ranks atop all Petersburg. Call 498-5205 or visit www.freefalltheatre.com. Perform- others is Johnny Winter, the international ambassador for rocking Pinellas County high school seniors who wish to continue their ances are Thursday, 7 p.m.; and Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m. Mati- education in the fine arts. Texas blues for the last 30 years. His 2009 Grammy-nominated disc ti- nees are Saturday and Sunday, 2 p.m. Tickets are $37 for adults and tled “I’m A Bluesman” adds to his Texas-sized reputation. This tour, In 2013, MASF budgeted $6,000 for its scholarship endeavors, $34 for students, seniors and military members. There is a $7 sur- which may be offered in $500 to $2,000 awards depending upon Winter brings audiences material from his 2011 release Roots while charge for premium seating. reacquainting them with his iconic guitar playing. the number of applicants who qualify. MASF encourages aspiring • “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” with Chris MacDonald’s Memories young artists in high school senior classes to apply for this schol- of Elvis, Saturday, Feb. 16, 8 p.m., at the Palladium Theater, 253 Fifth arship opportunity. Dunedin Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Tickets start at $34. Call 822-3590 or visit Scholarship applications are currently being accepted. The • The Creative Artist Guild Art Exhibit, a fine art reception, Fri- www.spcollege.edu/palladium. MacDonald is the only tribute artist deadline to apply is Friday, Feb. 8. Applicants will be interviewed day, March 8, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Stirling Art Studios & Gallery, 730 hired by Elvis Presley Enterprises to perform at Graceland’s Heart- on Saturday, March 16 or 30. Broadway, Dunedin. break Hotel for seven consecutive years. This big Las Vegas-style show For an application form, visit miniatureartsocietyofflorida.com. features a full production nine-piece band, dancers and singers. Mac- The primary purpose of MASF scholarships is to encourage Gulfport Donald leads the celebration which highlights several stages of the young artists to pursue a career in the fine arts, whatever their • USA Dance, Monday, Feb. 25, 7 to 10:15 p.m., at Gulfport Casino, iconic King of Rock ‘N’ Roll’s career, including the early years, movies, creative goals may be. MASF hopes that scholarship recipients 5500 Shore Blvd., Gulfport. Admission is $7 and includes a dance black leather ’68 comeback and white fringe ’70 Vegas concerts. will be motivated to create miniature art in the future, and that workshop, professional and amateur exhibitions, dance hosts and miniature art aficionados from around the world will be able to snacks. For information, call 397-5754. Seminole enjoy those creations in a future MASF annual show. • “ Porgy and Bess,” by George Gershwin and DuBoise Heyward, Indian Rocks Beach Sunday, Feb. 10, 1:30 p.m., at the Seminole Community Library, at Treasure Island Art Guild offers award • The Bob Gray Welcome Back Members’ Exhibition, through St. Petersburg College, Seminole campus, 9200 113th St. N., Semi- TREASURE ISLAND – The Treasure Island Art Guild is offering Feb. 18, at Beach Art Center, 1515 Bay Palm Blvd., Indian Rocks nole. The Pinellas Opera League will be showing the DVD “Porgy and a $1,500 scholarship award to a student going on to study art at Beach. Named for the late Bob Gray, a patron of the center, the show Bess.” A $3 donation will be requested at the door to cover equipment a university this next summer. will celebrate the arrival of the new year and the arrival of the center’s expenses. For information, call 394-6905. This is a way the guild has of giving back to the community by artists, instructors and students from their northern homes. Works in • The Sunshine and Moonshine Event, Saturday, Feb. 23, 6 to 10 encouraging all young art students to prepare for the challenging a variety of media will be shown including watercolor, oil, acrylic, p.m., at Screwie Louie’s Porpoise Pub, 8701 Seminole Blvd., Seminole. assignments of university life. drawing, photography, mixed media and ceramics. Cash and ribbon This meet-and-greet event will feature Tim Smith, his “still hand Tickle The deadline for submitting artwork is March 10. For informa- awards will be chosen by Amanda Cooper. Cooper is the curator of ex- and his assistant Howard from the Discovery Channel series “Moon- tion, visit www.TreasureIslandArtGuild.org. hibitions for the Morean Art Center in St. Petersburg. For information, shines.” The event will include live musical performance by Rebel Pride call 596-4331 or visit www.beachartcenter.org. Band and Tailspin. Tickets are limited. For tickets and information, visit www.imagebranders.com. MONHEIT, from page 1B Pinellas Park • Sunsation Show Chorus presents “Destination,” Sunday, Feb. Tampa • Tampa Bay Symphony winter concert, Monday, Feb. 25, 8 p.m., Tuesday, April 16, via Emarcy/Decca Records. 10, 3 p.m., at the Pinellas Park Performing Arts Center, 4951 78th The new CD is said to traverse the spectrum of popular music, rang- Ave. N., Pinellas Park. Tickets are $15. The Sunsation Show Chorus in Ferguson Hall at Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa. Tickets are $20 at the door. Free tickets are ing from The Beatles to Broadway. will explore the cities and neighborhoods where music of our genera- “The Heart Of The Matter” is described as being an homage to great tion was born with songs such as “Blue Suede Shoes,” “California available in advance and at the door for students. Students 18 and older must show student identification. The concert will feature a songwriters and voices from across a variety of musical genres. Mon- Girls” and “Kansas City.” Call Beverly Timpf at 530-7190 or visit heit has crafted a carefully chosen and eclectic selection of 12 tunes www.sunsationshowchorus.com. “Northern Lights” theme, with the exciting Symphony No. 1 by Finnish composer Jean Sibelius; Edvard Grieg’s jolly “Wedding Day at Trold- ranging from “Golden Slumbers/The Long And Winding Road” by The • Love is in the Aire, Sunday, Feb. 24, at the Pinellas Park Per- Beatles to Buffy St. Marie’s “Until It’s Time For You To Go” as well as forming Arts Center, 4951 78th Ave. N., Pinellas Park. Attendees will haugen” and incidental music from “Peer Gynt.” Mark Sforzini, Tampa Bay Symphony’s new music director, has chosen audience favorites “Depende de Nos” by Ivan Lins. Monheit has even included her take on enjoy the great composers’ songs of love and passion performed by the the “Sesame Street” classic, “Sing,” a song she often sings for her Matinee Opera Players. Doors will open at 2:30 p.m. and the concert and fresh music everyone will enjoy. Sforzini also continues as execu- tive and artistic director of St. Petersburg Opera. He was principal bas- young son Jack. will begin at 3 p.m. Admission is free, but cash donations are accept- In addition, the “The Heart Of The Matter” contains the first song soonist of The Florida Orchestra for 15 years. www.tampabay ed. recorded by Monheit on which she has written both the words and the symphony.org. • Pinellas Park Orchestra, Sunday, March 3, 7:30 p.m., at the music, “Night Night Stars.” Pinellas Park Performing Arts Center, 4951 78th Ave. Admission is free “This album is really different from my last,” Monheit said in a press but donations are encouraged. Call Dick VanDommelen at 415-9650 Tarpon Springs release. “I knew it was time for the focus of a project to be lyrical inter- or visit www.pinellasparkorchestra.com. • “Trial by Jury” and “The Sorcerer,” presented by the Gilbert & pretation … over the years, it’s become the most important part of my Sullivan Players, Feb. 8-10, at Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center, approach to music. The songs were chosen just for that reason. I did- Safety Harbor 324 Pine St. Tarpon Springs. Performances will be Friday and Satur- n’t worry about genre or style – just that each song dealt with a mes- • Les Paul and Mary Ford Tribute Concert, Tuesday, Feb. 26, 7 day, 8 p.m.; and Sunday, 2 p.m. Cost is $18 for adults and $15 for sage I wanted to share or story I wanted to tell.” p.m., at the Safety Harbor Public Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety members and students. Call 942-5605 or visit www.tarponarts.org. “The Heart Of The Matter” was produced and arranged by Gil Gold- Harbor. The Safety Harbor Public Library, with the support of the The production is directed by Jamie Bierchen with music direction by stein, and recorded this past November at Avatar Studios in New York Friends of the Safety Harbor Public Library, will host this tribute to Constantine Grame. “Trial by Jury” was the first of the many Gilbert City. The CD features Monheit on lead and background vocals, music legends Les Paul and Mary Ford. Tom Doyle and Sandy Cory and Sullivan collaborations after their first successful show, “Thespis.” Michael Kanan on piano, Gil Goldstein on electric piano and accor- Doyle will perform some of the magical hits recorded by this historic Only 40 minutes in length, it is a perfect union of tuneful music and dion, Romero Lubambo on acoustic guitar, Neal Miner on bass, Rick duo and will explain Les Paul and Mary Ford forever changed the clever words. Traditionally, it is paired with “The Sorcerer,” another Montalbano on drums, Rogerio Boccato on percussion, David Eggar music recording industry. Doyle is a luthier, guitarist, and sound engi- short work, which satirizes early Victorian customs and various the- and Richard Locker on cello, Barry Crawford and Kathleen Nester on neer who worked with Paul for more than 45 years. This performance ater devices. The story revolves around the village sorcerer who dis- alto flute and Sheryl Henze on bass flute and c flute. also will include a presentation of authentic Les Paul memorabilia. tributes a love potion to everyone that causes each person to fall in On “The Heart of the Matter,” Monheit continues to dig deep into This program is free and open to the public. Call 724-1525, ext. 112. love with the very first person he or she meets. Naturally, the conse- what brought her to this music in the first place: great songs, and her quences are not what was intended. passion for interpreting them. Her closeness to these songs and the St. Petersburg • Cirque Zuma Zuma, Friday, Feb. 15, 7:30 p.m., at Tarpon Springs musicians who play them combined with the fearless honesty with Performing Arts Center, 324 Pine St. Tarpon Springs. Tickets are $30 • The Art of Golf, through Feb. 17, at the Museum of Fine Arts, 255 which she conveys her musical ideology lends great maturity and sin- for adults and $26 for members and students. Call 942-5605 or visit Beach Drive NE, ST. Petersburg. The museum will play host to the first cerity to both her studio work and her live performances. www.tarponarts.org. Audiences and critics worldwide agree – Cirque major exhibition in America devoted to the popular game of golf, so Pinellas audiences will no doubt enjoy an evening of incomparable Zuma Zuma is unlike anything they have ever seen. Described as an rich in history and tradition. Organized by the High Museum of Art in romantic interpretations of celebrated standards and songs as Monheit African-style Cirque du Soleil, this ultimate African Circus, from the Atlanta and the National Galleries of Scotland, this show will feature plays the Largo Cultural Center this Valentine’s Day. cradle of all cultures, is alive with music, mysticism, magic and excite- approximately 90 works by Rembrandt, Childe Hassam, George Bel- ment. These wildly talented performers bring nonstop action and lows, Norman Rockwell and Andy Warhol, among others. Some of amazing feats to the stage, keeping audiences breathless. The show in- these works have never before been on public display. They all point to cludes: limbo artists from Egypt, African dancers, golf’s ability to inspire extraordinary works of art. The centerpiece of traditional gumboot performers, amazing pole acts, the Zuma Zuma the exhibit is Charles Lees’ “The Golfers” (1847), the world’s greatest acrobats, very small comedians from the heart of Africa, Gabonese painting in this genre. Museum hours are Monday through Wednes- tumblers, contortionists from South Africa, the Africa Lion dance, per- day and Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday, 10 a.m. to cussionists from Zimbabwe, South African vocalists, and more. 8 p.m.; and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Regular admission is $17 for • Koresh Dance Company performance, Saturday, Feb. 23, 7:30 adults, $15 for those 65 and older, and $10 for students 7 and older, p.m., at Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center, 324 Pine St., Tar- including college students with current identification. Children 6 and pon Springs. Tickets are $25 for adults, $22 for members and $10 younger and museum members are admitted free. Docents conduct for students. Call 942-5605 or visit www.tarponarts.org. Renowned tours of special exhibitions and the collection Monday through Satur- for their powerful stage presence, Philadelphia’s Koresh Dance Com- day at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. On the second pany has been hailed as a vital force on both national and interna- Wednesday of the month, the general tour begins at 11:15 a.m. Family tional stages. Koresh Dance Company was founded 20 years ago by tours are conducted on Saturday at 11 a.m. For information, call 896- Israeli-born choreographer and artistic director Ronen Koresh and 2667 or visit www.fine-arts.org. his brother, executive director Alon Koresh. Koresh Dance Compa- • “ The Piano Lesson,” by August Wilson, presented by American ny’s critically acclaimed work attracts increasing audiences across Stage Theatre, through March 3; at the Raymond James Theatre, 163 the nation and abroad, as does their reputation for passion and out- Third St. N., St. Petersburg. 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© Tampa Bay Newspapers: All rights reserved www.tbnweekly.com Leader, February 7, 2013 Entertainment 5B Music scene Merle Haggard, Sheryl Crow play area venues; Shepherd, Montoya headline Sea-Blues By LEE CLARK ZUMPE 19, 7:30 p.m. • Irish Rovers, Saturday, Feb. Bay area venues, both large 23, 5 and 8 p.m. and small, will present an array • Loudon Wainwright III, of rock legends, jazz giants, blues Thursday, Feb. 28, 7:30 p.m. and country artists in the coming Capitol Theatre is at 405 Cleve- weeks. land St., Clearwater. Call 791- The Clearwater Sea-Blues 7400 or visit www.atthecap.com. Festival will be presented Satur- day and Sunday, Feb. 16-17, at Crowbar Coachman Park, 301 Drew St., • Scott H. Biram, Tuesday, Clearwater. Feb. 12, 8 p.m. This year’s festival headliners • MURS, Wednesday, Feb. 13, include Kenny Wayne Shepherd 8 p.m. and Coco Montoya. • Jukebox the Ghost, Tuesday, While enjoying great live per- Feb. 19, 8 p.m. formances, attendees also have • That 1 Guy, Saturday, Feb. an opportunity to experience Gulf 23, 9 p.m. Coast cuisine as vendors dish up The Crowbar is at 1812 17th jumbo shrimp, crab cakes, oys- St. N., Tampa. Call 813-241-8600 ters and crawfish and gumbo. or visit www.crowbarlive.com. Saturday’s lineup will include performances by the Shepherd, Magic Slim, The Lee Boys and Jannus Live Photo courtesy of RUTH ECKERD HALL Hamilton Loomis. Gates will open • The English Beat, Thursday, Above, Irish Rovers take the stage at Capitol Theatre on Feb. 23. At left, at noon. Feb. 7, 7 p.m. Kenny Wayne Shepherd is one of two headliners for the Clearwater Sunday’s lineup will feature • Grace Potter & The Noctur- Sea-Blues Festival. Bottom left, Ennis performs Feb. 10 at the Palladium performances by Montoya, Ruthie nals, Friday, Feb. 15, 8:30 p.m. at St. Petersburg College. Below, Ruth Eckerd Hall welcomes Frankie Foster, Moreland and Arbuckle • Whigfest, Sunday, Feb. 17, Valli, pictured left, and the Four Seasons perform Feb. 9 and Sheryl and Trampled Under Foot. Gates 8:30 p.m. Crow Feb. 14. will open at 1 p.m. Jannus Live is at 16 Second St. Coolers, food and drink will not N., St. Petersburg. Call 565-0550 be admitted into the park. One or visit www.jannuslive.com. sealed bottle of water per person Photo by MARK SELIGER/SACKS & CO. is allowed. Chairs and blankets Largo Cultural Center also are permitted. There also will • Yesterday and Today, the In- be chair rentals at the venue. teractive Beatles Experience; Fri- Pets are not allowed. Assis- day, Feb. 8, 8 p.m. tance animals are permitted. Per- • The Classics IV, Saturday, sonal umbrellas are allowed; Feb. 9, 8 p.m. however, beach umbrellas, sun- • Rave On! The Buddy Holly shades, tents and canopies will Tribute; Sunday, Feb. 10, 2 p.m. not be permitted. • Jane Monheit, Thursday, General admission is free. Feb. 14, 7:30 p.m. There is limited reserved seating • Jim Stafford, Friday, Feb. 15, available for purchase. Visit 8 p.m. www.clearwaterseablues.com. The Largo Cultural Center is at 105 Central Park Drive, Largo. Following is a list of other music Call 587-6793 or visit largo scene events in the coming weeks: arts.com. 1-800-ASK-GARY The Local 662 Amphitheatre • Caspian, Monday, Feb. 18, 7 • Zac Brown Band, Friday, p.m. Feb. 22, 7 p.m. • The Queers, Saturday, Feb. The Amphitheatre is at 4802 23, 8 p.m. U.S. 301 N., Tampa. Call 813- • Bad Rabbits, Wednesday, Photo courtesy of ENNIS Photos courtesy of RUTH ECKERD HALL 740-2446 or visit www.live Feb. 27, 7 p.m. S., St. Petersburg. Call 892-5767 Williams and James Cotton; Fri- The Ritz Ybor is at 1503 E. Friday, Feb. 15, 8 p.m. The Local 662 is at 662 Central nation.com. or visit www.themahaffey.com. day, Feb. 22, 8 p.m. Seventh Ave., Tampa. Call 813- • Jim Brickman, Saturday, Ave., St. Petersburg. Call 258- • Fourth Big Boogie Woogie 247-2518. Feb. 16, 8 p.m. 4829. Capitol Theatre The Palladium at St. Piano Blues Stomp featuring Bob • Joshua Bell, Friday, Feb. 22, • Richard Marx, Thursday, Petersburg College Seeley, Daryl Davis, Carl “Sonny Ruth Eckerd Hall 8 p.m. Feb. 7, 8 p.m. The Mahaffey Leyland and Liz Pennock and Dr. • Daughtry and 3 Doors Down, • Kathleen Madigan, Friday, • Frankie Valli and the Four • Leon Redbone, Friday, Feb. 8, • The Florida Orchestra: War of Blues; Saturday, Feb. 23, 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 23, 8 p.m. Feb. 8, 8 p.m. Seasons, Saturday, Feb. 9, 8 p.m. 7:30 p.m. the Romantics; Thursday, Feb. 7, The Palladium at St. Peters- • Sandy Hackett’s Rat Pack, • David Wilcox, Saturday, Feb. 11 a.m. • Michael Kaeshammer Trio, • The Florida Orchestra: Sunday, Feb. 24, 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9, 8 p.m. burg College is at 253 Fifth Ave. Broadway Now; Sunday, Feb. 10, 9, 7:30 p.m. • Merle Haggard, Friday, Feb. N., St. Petersburg. Call 822-3590 • The Florida Orchestra: 8, 8 p.m. • Ennis, Sunday, Feb. 10, 4 7:30 p.m. • Shaun Hopper and Adam or visit www.mypalladium.org. Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5; Rafferty, Friday, Feb. 15, 7:30 • The Florida Orchestra: p.m. • Vienna Boys Choir, Monday, Sunday, Feb. 24, 7:30 p.m. p.m. Broadway Now; Saturday, Feb. 9, • Palladium Chamber Players, Feb. 11, 1 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall is at 1111 • Women of Ireland, Saturday, 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 20, 7:30 p.m. The Ritz Ybor • Steve Miller Band, Wednes- McMullen Booth Road, Clearwa- Feb. 16, 2 and 8 p.m. • Preservation Hall Jazz Band • Blues at the Crossroads, a • The xx, Thursday, Feb. 7, 8 day, Feb. 13, 8 p.m. ter. Call 791-7400 or visit • Johnny Winter, Sunday, Feb. and the Del McCoury Band, Sun- tribute to Muddy Waters and p.m. • Sheryl Crow, Thursday, Feb. www.rutheckerdhall.com. 17, 7:30 p.m. day, Feb. 17, 7 p.m. Howlin’ Wolf featuring the Fabu- • Lotus, Wednesday, Feb. 20, 8 14, 8 p.m. • Travis Tritt, Tuesday, Feb. 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© Tampa Bay Newspapers: All rights reserved www.tbnweekly.com 6B Entertainment Leader, February 7, 2013 Singer/songwriter David Wilcox to perform at Capitol Theatre CLEARWATER – David Wilcox, considered by fans to be a true American treasure, will perform Saturday, Feb. 9, 7:30 p.m., at Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St. Tickets start at $25. Call 791-7400 or visit www.atthecap.com. Wilcox’s songs are a strong elixir. He has more than 750,000 discs and has been writing songs for 30 years. He believes that the right song at the right time changes people’s lives. By some standards, the Cleveland-born singer/songwriter/folk mu- sician got a late start in music. Wilcox was taking classes at Antioch College in Yellow Springs, Ohio, in the mid 1970s when he was inspired to learn guitar after hearing a fellow college student playing in a stairwell. Wilcox trans- ferred to Warren Wilson College, in Swannanoa, N.C., in 1981 and graduated in 1985. In the 1980s, he began playing regularly at a club in nearby Black Mountain. Wilcox released his debut album, “The Nightshift Watchman,” in 1987. This independent album gave listeners a taste of his lyrical insight and his smooth baritone voice, virtuosic guitar chops and creative open tunings. A few years later, Wilcox won the prestigious Kerrville Folk Festival New Folk award, which led to a deal with A&M Records by 1989. His first release on the label, “How Did You Find Me Here,” sold more than 100,000 copies the first year largely by word of mouth. Now more than a dozen albums into a career marked by personal revelation and wildly loyal fans, Wilcox continues to find and deliver joy, inspiration, and invention. This songwriter’s songwriter possesses a range and tenderness rare in folk music. His songs have been cov- ered by artists such as k.d. lang and many others. Recent releases include “Open Hand” in 2009 and “Reverie” in 2010. Wilcox’s “Open Hand” was recorded in seven days from start to fin- ish in December 2008. No computer tricks were used and all of the songs on this release were recorded live – with just four human beings playing music togeth- Photo by RHYS ALBRECHT er. Very minimal overdubs were used, so most all of what listeners David Wilcox plays Clearwater’s Capitol Theatre on Feb. 9. hear is exactly as it was played together by Wilcox and the other musi- cians live. Dan Phelps produced and played guitar and keyboard; Jon promoting the release. “These songs are maps to where the money is amp up the signal from this beautiful love ripping at my heart.” Evans played bass guitar and upright bass and James McAlister han- hidden, maps to get you free. They are songs that are the way out of In addition to his writing prowess, his skills as a performer and sto- dled drums and percussion. the maze. These songs say, ‘Do you really want to hear this song? Be- ryteller are unmatched. Wilcox is said to hold audiences rapt with The singer/songwriter’s 17th CD, “Reverie,” was recorded in front of cause it might hurt, or start a really intense conversation, or healing in nothing more than a single guitar, thoroughly written songs, a fearless an audience, but it doesn’t sound like a live album since the crowd a profound personal way.’ These are ... keys.” ability to mine the depths of human emotions of joy, sorrow and every- was nearly silent. “Reverie” reminds loyal devotees and new fans alike that Wilcox has thing in between. The album was recorded this way to capture the energy of the con- mastered his craft, from open tuning acoustic guitar and sawed-off “Music still stretches out before me like the headlights of a car into nection, where songs breathe and expand by the combined conductivi- capos to his storytelling wit and insightful metaphors. the night,” Wilcox said, reflecting on 20 years of record-making and ty of the crowd. Wilcox performed over two nights at The Monastery in “I expect a lot from a song,” Wilcox said. “Picture those rows of huge touring. “It’s way beyond where I am, but it shows where I’m going. I Cincinnati, Ohio. radio antennas out in the southwest desert. All those ears listening used to think that my goal was to catch up, but now I’m grateful that “I write like my life depends on it,” Wilcox said in a press release deeply and far away. Music is like that for me, an antenna ... a way to the music is always going to be way out in front to inspire me.”

MUSIC, from page 5B Skipper’s Smokehouse is at 910 Skipper Road, • Hilary Hahn, Wednesday, Feb. 27, 8 p.m. Tampa Bay Times Forum Tampa. Call 813-971-0666 or visit www.skippers • Jesse Cook, Thursday, Feb. 28, 8 p.m. • Muse, Sataurday, Feb. 23, 7:30 p.m. Skipper’s Smokehouse smokehouse.com. The David A Straz Jr. Center – formerly the • Pink, Wednesday, Feb. 27, 7:30 p.m. Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center – is at 1010 N. • 10th annual Rockabilly Ruckus featuring Blair Tampa Bay Times Forum is at 401 Channelside W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa. Call 813-229-7827 or Carman Band, Nikki Hill, Six Volt Rodeo, Sara Rose The Straz Center for the Drive, Tampa. Call 813-301-2500 or visit www.tam- visit www.strazcenter.org. Band, Rocket 88, Slip & The Spinouts, The Down- Performing Arts pabaytimesforum.com. shifters, Ted Stevens, and Doo Shots; Saturday, • The Florida Orchestra: Broadway Now; Friday, State Theatre Feb. 9, 4 p.m. Feb. 8, 8 p.m. Tampa Theatre • Jonathan Richman, Tuesday, Feb. 12, 7 p.m. • Carolina Chocolate Drops, Friday, Feb. 15, 7:30 • Reel Big Fish, Friday, Feb. 8, 7 p.m. • Antsy McClain and The Trailer Park p.m. • Old 97’s, Saturday, Feb. 9, 7 p.m. • Matisyahu, Saturday, Feb. 23, 8 p.m. Troubadours, Friday, Feb. 15, 8 p.m. • Lindsey Stirling, Tuesday, Feb. 19, 8 p.m. • Fishbone, Friday, Feb. 15, 8 p.m. Tampa Theatre is at 711 N. Franklin St., Tampa. • Cope, Saturday, Feb. 23, 8 p.m. • Dark Star Orchestra, Thursday, Feb. 21, 8 p.m. • This Day in History, Friday, Feb. 22, 7 p.m. Call 813-274-8982 or visit www.tampatheatre.org. • Colin Lake, Sunday, Feb. 24, 5 p.m. • The Florida Orchestra: Tchaikovsky’s Symphony State Theatre is at 687 Central Ave., St. Peters- • The Gibson Brothers, Tuesday, Feb. 26, 7 p.m. No. 5; Friday, Feb. 22, 8 p.m. burg. Call 895-3045 or visit www.statetheatrecon- For more music and concert information, visit TBN certs.com. weekly.com.

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Above, Carolina Chocolate Drops perform Feb. 15 at Tampa’s Straz Center for the Performing Arts. At left, The Palladium at St. Petersburg College welcomes Michael Kaeshammer Feb. 9. 020213

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Unfurnished Condos 727-586-1347 EARN $1000s Mediterranean Inspired Waterfront #5 - 2/2/2, Lake View, $72,888. Estate. Protected Deep Water #18 - 2/2/2, Lakefront, $189,888. PENNWOOD MANOR, RATED A A Research Study of From Home? Be careful of Location With Two Boat Lifts. Visit #91 - 2/2/2, $59,888. Largo, 1BR/1BA, Sunroom, 55+, Relaxation Instructions EXPERIENCED DESIGNERS Work-At-Home Schemes. www.HarborBluffsWaterfront.com #229 - 2/2/2, $62,888. Ground Floor. No Pets, Includes: for Women Aged 30 to 65 & DRIVERS WITH VEHICLE • Hidden costs can add up $2,485,000. Kerryn Ellson, #237 - 2/2/2, Water View, $79,888. Cable, W/S/T Heated Pool. is Being Conducted. For Seasonal Florist Work. Coastal Properties Group, On Premises Saturdays 9-4 $595/Month. (727)585-9492. Experienced Required. • Requirements may be (727)408-4888. The requirements for (727)541-1351. unrealistic.

020713 For Viewing Call BOULEVARD CLUB participating are being female, IMapp Realty Group Learn how you can avoid SEMINOLE, 3BR/3BA, DOCK, 1BR/1BA, 55+. 1st Floor, Pool, aged 30 to 65, non- FLORAL DESIGNER, MINIMUM Boat Lift. All Appliances. California John Doles, 727-510-3331 Tennis. New Kitchen, Tile Floors. hospitalized, and speaking 3/Years experience. Must have Work-At- Home Scams. Closets, Hurricane Shutter. One Porch. Petless. $600/Month. English as a first language. good computer skills. Permanent Call: Federal Trade Comm. Pet Allowed. 9412 Tara Cay LARGO, 2BR/1.5BA, 55+ (727)289-3511. Participants practice relaxation part time, competitive salary. Close to beach/ shopping. Clean, 1-877-FTC-HELP. Court. $229,000. (727)688-3599. THE BEST VALUE Send resume to large screened porch. Low lot fee. activities for two months and 1BR/1BA, BELLEAIR BLUFFS, ON THE BEACHES! record these times on an [email protected] A message from

$3,750. OBO (727)512-4747 62807 15. Beach Property Spacious, bright, inside laundry activity calendar. Tampa Bay Newspapers RENT TO OWN, 55+ PARK, room, 2nd floor. Very safe com- We have MORE: Amenities, Fun Activities HOUSEKEEPER WANTED Madeira Beach, 1-2 days a week. Tenant Check Required. Pool, plex. No smoking, no pets. & include more Services. To apply for the study, and the FTC. SAND KEY, Bayside Gardens IV. Must speak Spanish & English. Clubhouse, Great Location Behind $700/month +utilities. Spacious, Clean 1, 2 & 3 bdrm Condos please call 727-776-8361. 1BR/1.5BA Condo, Ground Level. (727)698-6735. Judy (727)771-5204 Recent updates/ upgrades, Tri-City Plaza. (727)531-5386. Starting at $915 The researcher, Ms. Roberta $195,000. John Doran Realty Bennett, a graduate student at 505. Part-time Help SEMINOLE MOBILE HOMES DUNEDIN BEACH, 2BR/1BA, Call us today and start your move (727)447-9579. Capella University, will return Housekeepers FOR SALE. Twelve Oaks Mobile Royal Stewart Arms, Elgin Bldg, home to Gull Harbor! 55+ SALES ASSOCIATE Home Park. Priced to sell! All #105. 55+, First Floor, Pool, your call. Materials will be wanted for beach Women’s Accessory Shop On residents 55+. No Pets, No Rent- www.gullharborcondos.com mailed to participants. Clearwater Beach. Great Atmos- 20. Condo Sales Tennis, Exercise Room. 020713 resort condos. als. Close to beach and shopping. $800/Month. (727)585-4772. 17105 Gulf Blvd., NRB pher. Experience A Must. Belleair Bluffs, WATERFRONT Call Mon-Fri 9:00AM-4:00PM. (727)430-0276. (727)391-6268. 727-392-0753 INCOME TAX PROS Full or part time. CONDO, Drastically Reduced. FIVE TOWNS, 55+. 2BR/2BA, 062812 1910 Drew, Clearwater, 33765 Apply in person from Million Dollar View! NOT 55+ First Floor, Updated. Near VA (727)851-6575 Español 515. Hospitality Help Building. Beautiful Spacious 95. Property Management Hospital. Cable, Heat Included. MADEIRA BEACH NICE 2BR 9am to 3pm any day 2BR/2BA, Private Garage, Walk-in $800/Mo. (406)461-1733. Updated, $700/Month. except Tues. and Wed. HOUSEKEEPERS, SERVERS Closets. Great Value $189,000. Nonsmoking, Petless. First/ Last/ 345. Lost & Found Doubletree Beach Resort/ Contact Cindy Kisida LARGO, OFF HIGHLAND, 55+ Security. (727)392-7392. Sand Dollar Resort Restaurant. Apply At: 17120 Gulf Keller Williams Gulfside 2BR/2BA, ground floor, newly LOST WOMEN’S BRACELET, 18500 Gulf Blvd. Blvd. North Redington Beach (727)466-7344. gold with butterfly charms. Lost at (727)393-2813. renovated, heated pool, no Indian Shores, FL 33785. smoking, no pets. $750/ month + Green Market, Belleair, 1/25/13. DAN’S ISLAND, 2BR/2BA security. (727)242-7713 (727)559-8985 anytime. Ask for Dee. 525. Medical Help Almost 1,900SF, Marina View All real estate advertising in this 727-595-8109. Pets OK, Clubhouse. Equity Pro newspaper is subject to the Fair PINELLAS PARK, VENDOME TREASURE ISLAND, 1BR/2BA Background check required. CNAs, HHAs NEEDED FOR Realty, Rosalyn Carlton Housing Act which makes it illegal to Village, 55+. Lovely On the Beach/ Pool. $800 + Pinellas County Area. (727)644-0400. advertise “any preference, limitation or 1BR/1.5BA/1CG Villa, LR, DR, security. All Utilities, including Choose Your Hours. $10-$13.50 discrimination based on race, color, Den. Includes Cable, W/S/T. Rec cable. No pets. Available Per Hour. (727)822-3034 HARBOR CLUB, BELLEAIR Immediately! (727)367-2727. HOUSEKEEPERS religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or Center, Pool. $700/Mo. BLUFFS, 1BR/2BA, Intracoastal (703)938-2004. wanted for beach Water View, 55+, 1,050SF, Up- national origin, or an intention, to make such preference, limitation or 190. Waterfront Rentals resort condos. dated. Wood/ Carpet/ Tile. Heated RIDGEWOOD- PARK BLVD. 355. Adoption Pool, Furnished, Petless. discrimination.” Familial status includes Newly Remodeled, Near Seminole DIRECTLY ON BEACH Full or part time. $124,900. (727)460-5350. children under the age of 18 living with Mall. N/S. 1BR/1BA/1CP. Best unit Sand Key overlooking the Gulf. Apply in person, Tues.-Fri. parents or legal custodians; pregnant ARE YOU PREGNANT? in building. $650/Month +$650 Spectacular, 2BR/2BA Condo. A Childless, Married Couple, (in 9am to 3pm. women and people securing custody of Security. (727)492-3693. 110% Newly renovated from our 30s) seeks to adopt. Will be NEW LISTING SEA TOWERS concrete slab to ceiling. All new Condo Columbia # 810. children under 18. hands on Mom and devoted Dad. RamSea Resort appliances, miles of custom Renovated Kitchen with Peninsula This newspaper will not knowingly SEMINOLE GARDENS Financially secure. Expenses paid. millwork throughout. Be the first to 17200 Gulf Blvd. & New Cabinets, Two Master accept any advertising for real estate 2BR/2BA, 1,056SF, 55+, Nicole & Frank. 1(888)969-6134. live in this exceptional waterfront North Redington Beach Suites. $164,500. Best 55+ which is in violation of the law. Our 2nd Floor Elevator, New Floors! FL BAR #150789. condo. For viewing call Waterfront Community. ReMax, $800/Month-Yearly. Fl. 33708 readers are hereby informed that all (727)595-6565. Nancy Scott, (727)455-6641. Ridge Seminole Mgmt. Corp. Ask for Mariann or Carol. dwellings advertised in this newspaper (727)397-2534 360. Legal Service are available on an equal opportunity ISLAND ESTATES 2BR/2BA 727-397-0441. SAND KEY, OPEN HOUSE basis. To complain of discrimination call Condo in 2/Story Building. 1480 Gulf Blvd, Clearwater. SEMINOLE, 2BR/2BA, Laundry Laundry and Dock on premises. 1-SIGNATURE DIVORCE, Background check req’d. HUD Toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The Missing Spouse Divorce. 2BR/2BA, on the Gulf. All new Room With W/D, Eat-in Kitchen, $950/Month. Annual Lease. Wills and Evictions! Starting at everything, Bay and Gulf views. Toll-free telephone number for the Balcony. Includes. Cable/Water, Vangie (727)501-3268, $65. We Come to You! This Saturday and Sunday hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Pool, Dock. 1st/Last/Security. Pappas Realty & Mgmt WINE CELLAR In The 1:00-5:00PM. $410,000. $925/Month. (727)686-1604 Since 1992. (888) 847-1997 (727)595-6341. MADEIRA BEACH CONDO RESTAURANT ST PETE TENNIS & YACHT 55+. 2BR/2BA. Annual lease only. DIVORCE FROM $99 Classifieds! Club, 2BR/2BA, Waterview, No pets. Non-smoking. CHILD SUPPORT, CUSTODY SERVER, LINE COOK & AND MORE. CALL TODAY! SEMINOLE GARDENS! Updates, Gated, $1,450/Month. $1,400/month. (727)391-6407. DISHWASHER NEEDED Best Beach Rentals. Southeastern Legal Services, LLC Popular Complex With Tons SAND KEY EXCEPTIONAL (813)675-4876 / (727)768-2283 Apply at: 17307 Gulf Blvd. 397-5563 of Amenities! (727)398-1200. Condominium Residence With Se Habla Espanol N. Redington Beach www.SeminoleGardens.org  Commanding Waterviews From 1BR/1BA, 1,012SF 170. Furn. Apartments Every Room. Large, 2,172SF, 370. Instructions-Tutors Water View! Remodeled! 2BR/2BA, Unfurnished. 525. Medical Help 525. Medical Help Light, Bright & Breezy! OUT MADEIRA BEACH: 1BRs $1,945/Monthly. (727)595-6565. & Efficiencies. Fully Equipped. AVAILABLE, REASONABLE $29,900 SEMINOLE, 2BR/2BA, POOL, what you can Weekly. No Pets. Rates, Experienced Math and W/D. Cable Included. Balcony, LYNN EVANS, Realtor Includes Utilities. (727)397-4130. Reading Tutor for Grades 1-9. PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT find in the Great Water View. New Interior. Have Tutored for Pinellas County (727)542-4243 Quiet. Elevators. $950/Mo. We are looking for experienced, dependable CNAs/HHAs Prudential Tropical Realty Schools. Contact Avery, to help our clients in Pinellas and Pasco counties. CLASSIFIEDS! 175. Unfurn. Apartments (727)439-4739. (727)470-0107. 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Phone (727) 448-0900 CALL: TOM TILLEY $595/Mo. Clearwater Studio, Furnished, Large 2BR/2BA $445/Mo. On Bus Line. Some Condo, Pool. Seasonal/ Annual. CNA LOOKING FOR WORK We have cases available today! 727-643-5330 Free Utilities. Call Or Click Equity Pro Realty, Rosalyn Carlton I Have Experience & References. www.easylivingfl.com [email protected] FUTURE HOME REALTY 586-2412.com (727)644-0400. Please Call Mona, (727)532-6910. HHA299992282 032212 011713

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