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Then he said, “Wait, there’s a dog “What do I want to be when I grow up?” As a child, what brings me joy and what I truly enjoy doing. years, I will have one child in college and the other “great white north” park here?” Of course, I’m thinking everyone it was a toss-up between teacher and stewardess (no The first phase or half of my life has been one getting ready to graduate from high school. Art Director jill shargaa who have proclaimed, has a dog park, right? His next questions were, disrespect, that is what we called flight attendants dedicated to a little bit of what I love and a whole My timing may be just perfect, I may have my act Advertising Sales JAN CHALHOUB “I will not go through “Where is it and how much does it cost?” Yes, back in the day). By the time I was in together in time for my empty nest! [email protected] [email protected] another winter like this was a moment that made me realize that I junior high school, I was pretty sure I No regrets at the end is what I am ______Rick Cable that!” Seriously though, take living here for granted. However, I can tell wanted to be an Osmond. But when shooting for. I want to make sure that Editorial Contributions and Writers I would love to see the numbers of those you my foxhound doesn’t. Fleet Peoples Park is Donny got married in 1978, I was in when I check out, I can say that I have left Janna McGowan, John Gill, who migrate south after the winter of 2014. her Disney World, and we make an effort to go desperate need of a backup plan. everything out there, nothing left unsaid, George McGowan, David Ciambella, Over the past few weeks, I have had several at least once a week. 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They range what you love, and the money will that is as complex as finding the cure for Photography Steve Graffham, Tricia Cable, Central Florida to me, and I’m a native. from a free safe driving course to the 55th come.” Trouble is, I have done what cancer or as simply to have been the mom to Scott Richardson It’s great to hear what they have to say, as annual Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival. My I have to do for so many years now, I the child who will go on to save the world. ______they are coming from different walks of life and hope is that you can get out to some of these have sort of lost sight of what I would When I grow up, I want to be happy. I Distribution Support Jimmy Segal ______different communities. I must admit, I often take events, and that you run across someone who’s love to do. Don’t get me wrong, there want to be proud of my accomplishments living here for granted. 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TS WP Events Park Press 5x8.indd 1 2/17/14 4:44 PM 4 NEWS The Park Press | march 2014 The Park Press | march 2014 NEWS 5 City Commissioner’s Message Winter Park Mayor’s Message Commissioner Robert F. Stuart, City of Orlando District 3 Mayor Ken Bradley We have weathered the renovations. Many know that I have been a On March 3, we held the for our region–the first SunRail train ride sched- Central Park, in downtown Winter Park. The city’s storms (thankfully not like the Little League umpire for my entire adult life official grand opening of uled for Thursday, May 1. Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Board is offering free ones in the rest of the country) and even got a chance to umpire in the Little the new City of Winter Park On Tuesday, March 11, the City of Winter Park bike valet service that is convenient, safe and hassle- and made it to March Madness! League World Series in 2005. My love of the Train Station! Constructed on is holding its General Election for City Commis- free for those riding their bikes. Crowds of more March is a great month to live in game runs deep, as does my affection for Tin- the same site our first train sion Seat 2. I encourage each of you to exercise than 300,000 are expected during this grand event. Orlando with an abundance of ker Field, baseball in Orlando and preserving station was built on almost your right to vote. Precinct locations, voting Winter Park now has an additional 90 public sports, arts and culture to enjoy. our Great City’s short but rich history. 130 years ago, the new sta- times, and other important election informa- parking spaces available downtown. Located We are excited that from Because of the recent publicity, there is a tion will serve both Amtrak tion can be found on the city’s official website at just across from the Winter Park Farmers’ Market Orlando Magic basketball camp kids give a “thumbs up” during their workout. Ken Bradley Robert F. Stuart March 20-22, our own Amway renewed interest in the community for Tinker and SunRail pas- cityofwinterpark.org/elections. on Lyman Avenue, the former Public Center will host second and Field, and for that I’m grateful. With the modifica- sengers. Works Administration Building has great events and happenings, visit leugardens.org. third round games of the NCAA Division I Men’s tions to the Orlando Citrus Bowl, Tinker Field will be Featuring Craftsman-style ar- been demolished, making way for Also on March 16 is an Arty Party at the Orlando Basketball Championship. For more information, reduced to a size that is unplayable for almost every chitecture, passengers will be sur- these additional public parking spac- Museum of Art. Enjoy making and taking your own visit ncaa.com/final-four. type of regulation baseball. But in the midst of this rounded by solid beams of dark es. In addition, a city lot formally re- “birthday cake” art to commemorate the museum’s This month brings the annual Arnold Palmer In- community discussion, I believe that there is ample cherry wood etched with delicate served for City Hall employees only 90th anniversary. Their website is omart.org for more vitational (arnoldpalmerinvitational.com) PGA tour- room to commemorate and memorialize all that oc- carvings. Shades of teal, green, has been opened for everyone to use information. nament to Central Florida. From March 17-23, enjoy curred on that field and upgrade an adjacent complex royal blue and brown swirl about due to the wonderful activities that As many parents try to figure out how to enter- world class golf right here in our own backyard, that will provide an opportunity for baseball to have a beautifully laid tile wall—remi- continue to grow our downtown. tain their kids during spring break, we are fortunate which also raises millions of dollars to support the a place in our community for years to come. I hope niscent of the colors of a peacock. We have also started streaming our to live in an area that boasts many fun and educa- Arnold Palmer Children’s Hospital and the Winnie you will follow this project and share your thoughts From the new public restrooms to city commission meetings live, as they tional spring break camps. The Orlando Magic host Palmer Hospital for Women and Babies. Mr. Palmer with me as this project moves forward. the Mission-style hardware on the happen. This new live video broad- spring break basketball camp at the RDV Sportsplex always says that the hospitals are what he is most There are many other great events happening this fine wood cabinetry, the city’s new cast allows you to watch our meetings in Maitland and the Orlando Science Center also proud of in his legendary list of accomplishments. month that allow our residents to enjoy Orlando’s di- train station will warmly greet or bid without leaving your home or place hosts science-themed camps for children in Kinder- These hospitals also hold a special place in my heart, verse amenities. On March 9, the Mennello Museum farewell to rail passengers as they ar- of work by logging on to cityofwin- garten through sixth grade. Visit orlandomagic.nba. as my four precious grandchildren were all deliv- hosts its annual family day all afternoon. Enjoy free rive and depart our city. It is also the terpark.org/cclive. Watch us on the com and osc.org/camps for further details. ered at Winnie Palmer. admission to the museum, which currently has some newest LEED-certified, city-owned second and fourth Monday of every I’m excited about all that is happening in our city March is also a great month to watch tennis at our wonderful Southwestern-themed exhibits, as well as facility, furthering our commitment month to stay tuned-in to official city not only this month, but all year long. It is because City’s Orlando Tennis Center. From March 8 - 16, en- crafts and other activities for the whole family. Visit to sustainability. We are also looking The 55th Annual Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival kicks off Friday, March 23 and runs until Sunday, March business. We are doing this to make of all of the great people we have working together 25. More than 225 national and international artists will showcase their creations throughout the weekend. joy watching the women of the United States Tennis mennellomuseum.com for details. forward to the installation of the pub- our meetings even more accessible to to make our neighborhoods the best they can be- to Association play in the $10,000 Women’s Open. Ad- March 15 and 16 is the Leu Gardens Annual Plant lic art piece “Tree Whisperers” by lo- our citizens. all of you out there, thanks for your support! I look mission to all of the matches is free. Visit orlandoten- Sale. This is a great time to spruce up your yard, sup- cal artist and longtime Winter Park resident Diane Voted “America’s Best Arts Fair” (by Art Fair March signifies the beginning of spring in Win- forward to seeing you around town soon. niscentre.com for more details. port local nurseries and receive great advice for all of Gillett Boswell. Calendar.com) and Orlando’s “Best Festival” (by ter Park. Please vote, enjoy the activities planned, Speaking of sports in our Great City, visit orlando- your planting needs. Admission to the gardens is also Rail travel has always been a very important Orlando Magazine) our city is proud to host the and celebrate the great place we live. venues.net for live shots of the Orlando Citrus Bowl free all weekend. For more info about this and other –Robert means of transportation to and from our city. 55th Annual Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival Maps from the 1800s show how our city was built Friday, March 23, through Sunday, March 25. Robert F. Stuart | Commissioner, District 3, City of Orlando | 400 S. Orange Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801 | 407-246-2003 | [email protected] and developed around its train station. It is excit- More than 225 national and international artists ing to have such a lovely station launch a new era will showcase their unique creations throughout Kenneth Bradley, Mayor
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Maitland Mayor’s Message Representative’s Message Karen Castor Dentel, PhD, Florida House of Representatives Mayor Howard A. Schieferdecker The Maitland munity. It shows the children that early to review the books that Dear Fire Rescue De- there is a normal person behind the the teachers selected for the day. Neighbnors: partment started helmet, mask, and firefighting gear. The firefighters dressed in - nor As a Florida a new outreach When a young child is involved in an mal duty clothes that are worn native, I can’t program in the el- emergency incident, it can be a scary around the station, and fire hel- imagine liv- ementary schools experience. They are surrounded by mets. Each firefighter went to a Karen Castor Dentel, PhD ing anywhere located within the public safety officials who they view separate classroom and read a else. Like so many of you, I love our City of Maitland as strangers. By interacting with fire- short story to the children. After world-class attractions, year-round where they announced a record num- Hertz Corporation to invest as
Howard A. Schieferdecker and Town of Ea- fighters in a safe classroom environ- they were finished reading the mild weather, bountiful lakes and ber of over 94,000,000 guests in 2013! partners through cooperative adver- schools tonville. The goal ment, the children become more com- firefighters answered questions parks and gorgeous beaches; all mak- As the Sunshine State enjoys a tising campaigns and other promo- and provides for vital infra- of the program is to allow on-duty fire- fortable with the firefighters and know and allowed the children to ing Florida a top tourist destination. renewed commitment to tourism, tional programs. These strategic al- structure needs. As Floridians, we fighters to visit the schools and read to that firefighters are there to help. share stories. It was a unique ex- But have you ever wondered how thanks in part to the economic up- liances not only benefit theme parks are well aware of our many trea- the children. The program is designed The firefighters recently visited the perience for everyone involved and one An on-duty firefighter reads a book to children in a people around the globe choose to turn, industry leaders were given but also benefit smaller attractions sures and we all benefit when we classroom. to help create a relationship with the Jewish Community Center for the first that will foster a healthy relationship come to Florida? One answer is VISIT their 2014 challenge: 100 million visi- like Gatorland, DeLeon Springs can share them with the rest of the children and firefighters in the- com reading. They showed up 30 minutes between the children and firefighters. FLORIDA! This public/private part- tors to Florida! And to help meet that State Park, the Orlando Science Cen- world as well. nership was created by the Florida goal, an increase in funding is recom- ter, and cultural festivals. Learn more at VisitFlorida.com County Commissioner’s Message check the community on a regular our communities. Nothing is more Legislature in 1996 to serve as the of- mended in the governor’s budget. Studies have shown that for every basis for problems such as burned-out important than ensuring your safety ficial marketing source for visitors’ In addition to the state funds, VISIT dollar spent on marketing our state, Commissioner Ted B. Edwards, Orange County, District 5 light bulbs, dark corridors, uncollected and the security of your home and travel planning around the world. I FLORIDA also raises money by re- tourists spend $390 and generate $23 trash, or broken locks on mailboxes property. If you would like additional Many District 14,034 burglaries, 32,034 larcenies, recently attended their press confer- cruiting companies such as Disney, in new sales tax collections. A strong Karen Castor Dentel, PhD and doors. Report any problems to the information on starting a neighborhood 5 constituents and 4,013 auto thefts were reported, ence at Orlando International Airport Sea World, Busch Gardens, and The sales tax base supports our great Florida House of Representatives have been a three percent increase in total complex manager or condo owners watch program or any other county reporting crime, property crime from 2010. Although association as soon as possible. Park issue, please feel free to contact me or your car in a lit, well-traveled area. my staff, Edgar Robinson and Lynette particularly an adjustment for the increase in protection and service by The Winter Park Police Department property crime, is Orange County’s population since Be sure to lock your car even if you Rummel. We can be reached at 407- on the rise in their 2010 may reduce the increase upon plan on returning in a few minutes, to 836-7350 or by email at district5@ocfl. communities. individual residents, property crime prevent giving criminals easy access to net. In closing, close your garage door, your belongings. Vigilance can deter lock your car doors, and be safe! Citizen Police Academy At The Winter Park Police Department Ted B. Edwards As a victim of a impacts an entire family and sense of home burglary safety in our neighborhoods. criminals and make the community The Winter Park Police Depart- four hour Saturday Firearms Safe- various police-related divisions. the community; please consider join- myself, I know first-hand the sense of You can help deter criminals from safer for everyone. ment is now taking applications for its ty class is conducted. A Citizen’s Upon successful completion of the ing us! To sign-up for the Citizen’s loss and invasion these crimes inflict committing property crime offenses I will continue to work with upcoming Citizen’s Police Academy Police Academy experience is an classes and training participants will Academy please visit www.wppd. on families and individuals and am in your neighborhood. You can take Sheriff Demings and other local Ted Edwards on their website at http://www.wppd. all-encompassing view of the daily receive a certificate of attendance and org/communityevents/cpa.htm committed to helping to reduce the a few steps to significantly reduce the law enforcement officials to reduce Orange County Commissioner, org/community/cpa.htm. The newly operations of Winter Park’s Police various complimentary treasures from We look forward to seeing you occurrences of these crimes. risk of becoming a victim. Keep your the impact of property crimes in District 5 restructured program had a very pos- Department while getting to know the Winter Park Police Department. there! The Federal Bureau of garage door or storage shed closed and itive response in 2012 and 2013 from various members of the agency. Par- Classes are open to all Winter Park Investigations’ Uniform Crime locked and secure tools and equipment the residents, business owners and ticipants will learn about patrol, traf- residents, business owners and com- Reporting (UCR) Program presents like ladders that criminals could use to other community stakeholders who fic enforcement, lakes patrol, DUI munity stakeholders and are limited a bleak outlook on Orange County’s gain access to your home. You would attended. The Citizen’s Police Acad- investigations, parking enforcement, to 35 participants. A minimum back- property crime problem. The UCR be surprised the number of crimes that emy is a commitment of every Tues- homicide and Federal Task Force in- ground check must be completed sat- program was founded in 1930 to give could be prevented if residents simply day night from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. for vestigations, crime scene preserva- isfactorily. The Citizen’s Police Acad- policymakers and the general public closed their garage doors and sheds. eleven weeks. tion and evidence collection, street emy will be held on every Tuesday a better understanding of trends in Keep your yard well maintained; a In addition to the eleven weeks of crimes investigations, community night from April 1 through June 10, criminal justice through the collection well-maintained yard provides fewer classroom training during the Citi- services offered, S.W.A.T., K-9, crisis 2014 from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. of nationwide crime statistics. The hiding places for criminals. Ensure zen’s Police Academy, a four hour negotiations and School Resource This is just one of the many special UCR program breaks property that trees and shrubbery do not obscure patrol ride-along is offered and a Officer responsibilities, and other programs offered free of charge to crimes into three categories: burglary, doors and windows or provide access larceny, and auto theft. Although the to the second story of your home. Be data shows that property crimes are sure your property is well lit. Consider on the decline nationally, Orange installing automatic timers or motion County’s property crimes rates have sensors that activate exterior lights. risen since 2010. In 2010, residents Join your local Neighborhood Watch reported 13,783 burglaries, 31,055 group. If one does not exist, ask your larcenies, and 3,754 auto thefts to local police department or the sheriff’s state and local law enforcement department to help you start one. If you agencies within the county. 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Continuing A Father’s Legacy Through Scholarship Beware Of Tax Scams by Peter Pappas
John Crossman, son of the late Rev. Kenneth Bethune-Cookman is a wonderful way to honor There are many so-called tax resolution firms out there that will promise anything to get you to part with Crossman, former pastor of Broadway United both Black History Month and my dad.” your money. You’ve probably seen them hawking their wares on late night infomercials telling you they can Methodist Church in downtown Orlando and “As a preacher’s kid, we moved a lot but Bethune- get the IRS to accept pennies on the dollar in settlement of your tax debt. If you have been approached by later St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Mel- Cookman University was always a part of our lives. one of these outfits (and you will be), don’t hire them if they have done any one of the following: bourne, has a goal of raising an additional $25,000 The university’s great Concert Chorale performed in to fund his father’s endowed scholarship at Bet- every church my dad pastored,” he said. 1. Sent you an unsolicited mailer - These bottom-feeders scour the tax lawyer or CPA can tell you whether hune-Cookman University in Daytona Beach. Rev. Crossman was also the pastor at churches public records for the names and addresses of people who have had a tax lien or not you need representation and Crossman said his fundraising effort coincides in Casselberry, Deltona, Fort Lauderdale, West filed against them. They then send a letter the purpose of which is to either whether or not there is a viable legal with Black History Month. He hopes to reach his Palm Beach and Jacksonville. frighten you into hiring them or persuade you that they can easily resolve solution to your tax problem. goal by April 4, the 46th anniversary of the assassi- He was known as a “bridge builder” of commu- your tax problem. It is a violation of the Florida bar rules for a lawyer to send nation of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.; it also nities, Crossman said. “He specialized in getting you a written solicitation for your business. The Lies…Is that one penny on the would have been Rev. Crossman’s 81st birthday. people to work together for the greater good.” (Left to right) Bethune-Cookman University staff members with Sugar Ray dollar or 99 pennies on the dollar? Crossman said his family launched the en- “Over the past decade the Kenneth C. Crossman Leonard and Reverend Kenneth Crossman in the mid-1980s. 2. Given you a guarantee – It is illegal for a tax attorney, CPA or IRS Whatever it is, don’t believe them. They are used car salesmen who cynically dowed scholarship in 2004 to honor htis father’s Endowed Scholarship Fund at Bethune-Cookman a better way to remember my dad.” Enrolled Agent to guarantee that you will get a certain result. People who hope that you are naïve enough to believe their pie-in-the sky promises and memory. “My dad believed in education and so- University has helped students graduate and begin For more information, or to donate, please visit do make these guarantees are doing so for the sole purpose of getting you give them your hard-earned cash. Once you pay these snake-oil salesman their cial justice. So do I, and I believe that investing in successful careers,” Crossman said. “I can’t think of https://collegeadvancement.cookman.edu. to pay them. They are lying and you should never hire a liar to be your tax representative because that means they probably also have lied about their optimism about resolving your tax problems ceases. It is immediately replaced qualifications. by statements about how they can’t resolve your problem unless you give them this or that document or take this or that action. Eventually, after their repeated UCF Alumna To Play Major Role In 3. Rendered an immediate opinion - Any one who renders an requests for additional documentation, you become exhausted and realize that opinion on your case before asking The Future Of Downtown Orlando you are getting nowhere with them. In the detailed questions about the nature and end, they have your money and you still have Bridget Downes Keefe, former assis- DOP business partners and members. tinue to benefit from all of these experi- circumstances of your tax liability and a tax problem that’s even worse because of the tant director of the University of Central Keefe credits her experience as a UCF ences as I grow as a professional.” your financial condition is a con man. Don’t additional accruals of interest and penalties. Florida (UCF) Alumni Association, and student and former employee for pre- The Downtown Orlando Partner- trust them and never, ever give them any And if you wanted to sue them – which you UCF alumna, has been selected as the paring her for her new role. “My time ship is an association of volunteer board of your money. You’ll be sorry and end up probably don’t have the money to do, anyway - new executive director for the Down- working with the UCF College of Busi- members and one executive director that having to hire a qualified tax advisor to you have to go to another state to do so. town Orlando Partnership (DOP). Keefe ness and Alumni Association exposed manages over 200 corporate members. correct the mess they made. is a graduate of the UCF Rosen College me to a network of some of the most Members of the DOP include business 4. Tried to frighten you – Anyone who The Truth… of Hospitality Management and the UCF impressive business leaders in the Or- professionals working in the area of fi- The truth is that no reputable, tells you that if you don’t immediately hire College of Health and Public Affairs. lando and Central Florida region,” said nance, architecture, hospitality, health- experienced tax professional will ever render a them, the IRS will arrest you or initiate In her new role as the DOP executive Keefe. “The connections and learnings care, sport, public service and other pro- legal opinion about your tax problem without a criminal prosecution against you is director, Keefe is responsible for over- from my time as a student and employee fessionals with a vested interest in the first gaining a thorough understanding of your probably lying through his teeth. He or seeing daily operations and implement- at UCF have been invaluable to my pro- continued growth of downtown Orlan- predicament and doing a detailed analysis of she knows that the more scared you are, ing strategic plans and programs for the fessional growth. This includes the les- do. To learn more about the DOP, please your financial situation. IRS settlements are Bridget Downes Keefe, executive director the more likely it is that you will pay them. association, working with board mem- sons I learned on customer service and visit:www.downtownorlandopartner- very difficult to get and nobody, regardless of of the Downtown Orlando Partnership. Don’t fall for this. A reputable tax advisor bers and business leaders to enhance event coordination as an undergraduate ship.com. his or her experience in tax law, can tell you will tell you the truth about your tax situation, but will never tell you that if business and community relationships student at the Rosen College, the whether or not you will get one. An honest tax professional will tell you the you don’t pay them you’ll go to jail. in Downtown Orlando through collab- deep knowledge of public or- truth about offers in compromises and ask for detailed financial information orative events and initiatives. Among ganizational management that 5. Failed to maintain a local office where the work is actually from you before predicting your chances of success. her other duties, Keefe will manage I gained in my post-graduate performed – Most of these national tax outfits use commissioned salesmen all volunteer relations, marketing and studies in the UCF College of to try to coax you into hiring them. These people are not qualified tax Our Advice…Don’t trust anyone who tells you he can resolve your tax communications efforts among all of Health and Public Affairs. I con- representatives. Their only goal is to make the sale. In other words, you cannot problem unless and until he has asked for your financial information and trust what they tell you. This is why tax lawyers and CPAs are not permitted taken a sufficient amount of time to analyze it. If he’s making promises to share fees with non-lawyers and non-CPAs, just as doctors are not permitted and giving assurances without first seeing this information, he is either Spring Time Fashions to pay non-doctors commissions for soliciting patients. Only an experienced incompetent or lying or both.
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Work begins on the Florida Hospital for Women. Roughly 700 truck loads poured about 180,000 cubic feet of concrete into the slab.
s a 1980 graduate of The Ringling School of Art and Design, Bill Farnsworth has spent more Athan 30 years as an Illustrator and fine artist. Born in Norwalk, Connecticut in 1958, Bill spent most of his life in New Milford, Connecticut, painting landscapes of the rural area while supporting himself right light. The light is what makes something very Moments in life pass by us all the time and if we can Thank You for Your Support! and family with his growing illustration career. special or just forgettable.” He continued, “If you travel capture the great ones honestly in paint and canvas A signature member of The Oil Painters of to another country and don’t know the language, then maybe it will make our lives better.” America, American Society of Marine Artists, and the no one will understand you. This goes for art as well. He won first place in the Fifth Biennial National It is my honor to continue serving the citizens of District 3 and the Great City National Oil and Acrylic Painters’ Society, Farnsworth’s A painting with bad values, shapes, and edges will Show in Punta Gorda, and Best in Show in the 2010 of Orlando for four more years. As I have during my last two terms as your city paintings have appeared in many national shows and not convey to the viewer how the artist feels about Cashiers paint out. Bill won a bronze medal in The private collections throughout the United States. A the subject. My illustration work over the years has 2013 OPA Summer Salon. commissioner, I will continue to support public safety and smart growth for our nationally-known illustrator, Bill has seamlessly moved been the best training to put a picture together. Tight His work is represented by The Hughes Gallery, into the fine art field where he has garnered awards of deadlines and being asked to paint everything under Galerie Du Soliel, JM Stringer Gallery, The Edward Dare neighborhoods. With your help, our city has weathered very difficult economic excellence from the Oil Painters of America’s national the sun was a great motivator to be resourceful.” Gallery, Mountain Mist gallery and Anderson Gallery. times. As we look toward a more prosperous future, I’m confident in all we can and regional shows. “So today the learning process continues, and Farnsworth said, “Every day life has a story, no with it comes little steps of improvement. For me For more information please visit www.billfarnsworth.com. accomplish together. matter how small, and deserves telling if it has the this is what makes painting so rewarding and fun. As you have heard me say at almost every community meeting, “I’m humbled to serve the citizens of Orlando and District 3. It’s a privilege I don’t take lightly and one that I accept with great humility.”
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The 55th Annual ARTIST BOOTH FIBER Hilary Hachey...... 256 Rob Peaden...... 126 Curtis Krueger...... 61 NAME # Christiane Hampel...... 117 Pamela Redick...... 130 William Lemke...... 31 Kate Beck...... 251 Julie Jerman-Melka...... 166 Garry Seidel...... 253 Paul Marcellini...... 243 CLAY Miriam Carter...... 122 Christina Kauke...... 138 *Joyce Stratton...... 169 Emerson Matabele...... 107 Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival Candiss Cole-Footitt...... 175 Brian Beam...... 113 Birgit Kupke-Peyla...... 57 Allan Teger...... 204 Amanda Murphy...... 49 Ignatius Creegan...... 221 Barry Bernstein...... 104 Bernadette Mahfood...... 128 Lynn Whipple...... 7 James Parker...... 179 *Leah Dziewit...... 140 About The Festival 2014 Festival Schedule Parking Paveen Chunhaswasdikul...... 18 Jorn Mork...... 222 *Kimberly Willcox...... 239 Daniel Powers...... 56 Stephen Kostyshyn...... 42 Peggy Crago...... 63 Rex Nockengust...... 152 Mikel Robinson...... 100 amed America’s Best Juried Fine Art Fair (Art Fair There are no designated parking lots for festival Barbara Rubright...... 231 PAINTING Friday, March 21 and Saturday March 22: Mikyung Cunningham...... 210 Willard Olney...... 59 John Scanlan...... 71 Calendar, 2013), The Winter Park Sidewalk Art Anna Shapiro...... 110 N 9 am - 6 pm attendees. Parking is available on all of the side streets Richard Gruchalla...... 203 Donald Pekarek...... 205 Dawn Adams...... 211 *Paul Stevens...... 220 Festival is one of the nation’s oldest, largest and most surrounding the downtown area where the festival John Herbon...... 199 Michael Romanik...... 108 Stephen Bach...... 150 Heidi Thamert...... 237 prestigious outdoor art festivals. It is also ranked the Sunday, March 23: 9 am - 5 pm GLASS is held. There are also a number of parking lots on Mina Heuslein...... 170 John Ruff...... 176 Bert Beirne...... 58 Jeff Thamert...... 238 #1 Best Fine Art and Design Show in the Southeast by Scott Amrhein...... 9 the surrounding streets that charge a nominal fee by Bruce Johnson...... 124 Maureen Shankey...... 248 Cindy Capehart...... 161 Greg Turco...... 29 Sunshine Artist Magazine, 2013. The Festival debuted Entertainment Schedule Molly Barnes...... 258 the day and are run by charitable organizations (Boy Michael Kahn...... 194 Lauran Sundin...... 157 James Carter...... 178 in March 1960 as a community project to bring local John Blackwell...... 247 SCULPTURE Scouts, church youth groups, etc.). *William Kidd...... 55 Brian Swiersz...... 193 *Matthew Cornell...... 1 artists and art lovers together. The festival is produced March 21 – Friday: Sandra Brewster...... 252 Brenda McMahon...... 109 Marc Zoschke...... 180 Scott Coulter...... 52 David Bryce...... 262 by an all-volunteer board and draws more than 350,000 4:30-5:15 p.m...... TBD Renee Engebretson...... 68 Craig McMillin...... 189 Dobson Cundiff...... 69 Nancy Cervenka...... 164 visitors each year. This year, more than 1,100 artists from Jeremy Griffith...... 121 LEATHER 5:45-6:45 p.m...... BuzzCatz Disabled Parking Marti Mocahbee...... 14 Richard Currier...... 261 Josh Coté...... 240 around the world applied for entry. An independent Earl James...... 198 7:30-9:00 p.m...... Kim Waters *Steven Olszewski...... 46 Marvin Bower...... 177 Dave DeLaCruz...... 202 Steven Gregory...... 50 panel of three judges selected the 225 artists exhibiting A limited number of disabled parking spaces are Randy Kuntz...... 216 Jim Parmentier...... 5 Steve Edgar...... 218 Patricia DeLeon-Alfonso...... 64 *Charles Hazelaar...... 33 their works. The Festival is also recognized as “Central available on North Park Avenue between Canton and Toby McGee...... 219 *Cheryl Mackey Smith...... 120 Greg Roche...... 28 Ilkin Deniz...... 127 Jennifer Ivory...... 38 Florida’s Best Festival” Orlando Magazine, 2013; “Can’t March 22 – Saturday: Garfield. This area is barricaded and a Winter Park Michael O’Toole...... 225 Andy Smith...... 226 Rudy Tell...... 184 Charles Gatewood...... 25 Trent Manning...... 160 Miss” Arts Event, Orlando Life, 2013; and “Best Winter 10:00 to 10:45 a.m...... Paint it Black (classical) police officer will allow entrance to anyone with a Steve Palmer...... 47 Jill Tortorella...... 39 David Sandidge...... 16 Horace Thomas...... 173 Kathleen Green...... 158 Katherine Mathisen...... 2 Park Event/Festival” The Winter Park Chamber of disabled parking hang tag. 11:00 to 11:30 a.m...... Orlando Children’s Choir Glenn Woods...... 230 Andrew Shea...... 4 *Tim Hooper...... 153 Michael Moffett...... 154 Commerce and Winter Park/Maitland Observer, 2013. To access this area, proceed north on New York METAL 11:45 to 12:30 p.m...... Suzuki Institute (jazz) Douglas Sigwarth...... 65 *Farhana Hussain...... 13 John Petrey...... 229 The wide variety of art is grouped into categories Avenue and turn right onto Canton Ave. or proceed DIGITAL ART 12:45 to 1:45 p.m...... Orlando Brass Quintet Warner Whitfield...... 129 *Robert Farrell...... 102 Harry Jarman...... 191 Gabriel Puyana...... 235 that include clay, digital art, drawing and pastels, north on Interlachen Avenue and turn left onto Jason Brueck...... 206 Pat Juneau...... 15 Michael Kuseske...... 207 Joan Rasmussen...... 70 fiber, glass, graphics & printmaking, jewelry, leather, 2:00 to 3:00 p.m...... Kenny Mackenzie Trio GRAPHICS & Canton Ave. Tanya Doskova...... 162 *Luke Proctor...... 32 Ning Lee...... 236 Eric Shupe...... 139 metal, mixed media, painting, photography, sculpture, 3:15 to 4:15 p.m...... Robbie Hazen PRINTMAKING Lisa Lammey...... 195 Chris Seeman...... 48 Keun Park...... 250 *Thomas Wargin...... 66 watercolor, and wood. 4:30 to 6:00 p.m...... The Redcoats Andrew Mosedale...... 214 David Bigelow...... 134 Sompit Xia...... 200 *Bruce Peeso...... 21 John Whipple...... 8 The artists in each of these categories are competing Complimentary Daryl Thetford...... 3 *John Costin...... 36 Loretta Petraitis...... 188 for 63 awards totaling $72,500, with the Best of Show MIXED MEDIA WATERCOLOR March 23 – Sunday: Bike Valet Lou Zale...... 23 *Jeff Eckert...... 217 Jeff Ripple...... 40 being awarded $10,000. The Winter Park Sidewalk Art David Hunter...... 227 Meyer Abrams...... 241 Robert Ross...... 167 *Randy Eckard...... 196 Festival Committee purchases the Best of Show art and 10:00 to 10:45 a.m...... Three Flutes Only Enjoy the festival while your bike is safely monitored. DRAWINGS & PASTELS Gillian Kemper...... 114 Todd Alexander...... 190 *Suzy Scarborough...... 60 Robert Flowers...... 67 donates it to the City of Winter Park, and all previous (classical) Located on Morse Boulevard across the street from Edson Campos...... 45 Leslie Peebles...... 159 *Kathrine Allen-Coleman...... 163 Maryann Schmidt...... 156 Charles Greenholdt...... 41 Best of Show winners are on permanent display at the 11:00 to 11:30 p.m...... Elevate Live the Amtrack Station parking lot, a free bike valet C. L. Cunningham...... 106 Stephen Sebastian...... 255 Paul Andrews...... 149 Stephen Sebastian...... 254 Lori Jenkins...... 209 Winter Park Public Library. There are also 10 Awards Entertainment service is provided during festival hours by the Winter Benjamin Frey...... 103 Grant Silverstein...... 24 *Deborah Banyas...... 181 Carroll Swayze...... 30 *Aletha Jones...... 17 of Excellence; each is $2,000. There are 20 Awards of 11:45 to 12:15 p.m...... Bach Festival Youth Park Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Board. Robin Frisella...... 223 Marina Terauds...... 12 Chris Bruno...... 232 Charles Tersolo...... 116 M. Kemper...... 125 Distinction; each is $1,000 and there are 30 Awards of Choir *Jennifer Gardner...... 151 Philip Thompson...... 174 David Burton...... 137 Hua Tung...... 43 Jinsheng Song...... 111 Merit; each is $500. In addition, a $2,500 Award for a 12:45 to 1:00 p.m...... Biana Pinchuk Jaeryon Ha...... 19 Kreg Yingst...... 6 Teri Causey...... 260 Taylor White...... 147 Taman VanScoy...... 35 Distinguished Work of Art is presented through the Robin Lauersdorf...... 22 Carolina Cleere...... 245 Yu Zhou...... 123 Michael Weber...... 27 Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art. A 1:00 to 1:45 p.m...... Orlando Concert Band Lynne Libby...... 131 JEWELRY Amy Flynn...... 136 Vonnie Whitworth...... 234 $5,000 “Art of Philanthropy” purchase award is presented 2:00 to 2:45 p.m...... Daisy Cameron Wessner PAINTING Clare Malloy...... 54 Obayana Ajanaku...... 26 Su Griggs Allen...... 257 Russell Yerkes...... 51 by the Edyth Bush Charitable Foundation. 3:00-4:15pm...... Matt Shenk Band Ellen Marshall...... 259 Sean Brown...... 141 Debo Groover...... 215 Richard Auger...... 172 The distinguished panel of judges for this year’s WOOD Greg Barnes...... 212 Ann Marie Cianciolo...... 244 Beverly Hayden...... 34 Doug Cavanah...... 135 festival includes Jerry Allen Gilmore, artist and curator Dawn Miller...... 118 Barbara Cieslicki...... 11 Aaron Hequembourg...... 132 Micheal Paul Cole...... 208 James Barnes...... 246 formerly from Colorado and Arizona now residing in A.B. Word...... 62 Megan Clark...... 20 Olive Kraus...... 249 *Greg Davis...... 197 *Thomas Dumke...... 115 St. Paul, Minn.; Novie Trump, sculptor and installation Gloria Danvers...... 233 Alice Legler...... 183 Cali Hobgood...... 44 Matthew Hatala...... 168 artist working in ceramics and mixed media, from Mt. EMERGING ARTISTS Sana Doumet...... 101 Michael Madzo...... 228 Lorri Honeycutt...... 119 Shaari Horowitz...... 133 Rainier, MD; and Earl Wilson, curator and full time artist Trisha Bruno...... 187 Patricio Ferreirs...... 182 Holly Manneck...... 105 Jesper Johansen...... 142 Lance Munn...... 171 for past 30 years, formerly from Alabama, now residing Tim Deppen...... 186 *Pam Fox...... 53 Teresa Merriman...... 165 Nels Johnson...... 224 Stephen Noggle...... 242 in Hoosick, NY. Jennifer Sauer...... 185 Samantha Freeman...... 213 Phil Parker...... 37 *Brad Kelly...... 201 Jerry Remillard...... 192 Festival Map 16 HOME & GARDEN The Park Press | march 2014 The Park Press | march 2014 IN THE GARDEN 17
home improvement in the garden by Stephen and Kristin Pategas
A Call For More Solar In the Sunshine State by Joe Collins A Strong Mocha Without The Bite As energy consumption continues cases, along with the 30% federal tax In the landscape we pot up. After removing them from the main stem, to grow in Florida, our state credit, have lowered the costs of solar love the look of bold foliage let the bases dry for a week in the shade, then plant government needs to rethink our installations by as much as 80%. plants such as century them in a well-draining potting mix and water Stephen & Kristin Pategas energy policies and aggressively For example, if an 8 kilowatt solar plants, otherwise known as lightly until they root. promote renewable energy options, system covers all of your electricity agaves. However their striking leaves are usually Macho Mocha mangave prefers full sun, but especially solar. needs, and you pay $3 a watt to armed with sharp spines. For some gardens that we tolerates partial shade. Plant it in well-draining It’s amazing how fast the focus of install the solar system, the initial design we must shy away from plants that bite; since soil and the mangave can take drought or regular the energy debate has changed. Just cost is $24,000. With the solar rebate, rambunctious dogs, small children, or those who watering. Tony Avent of Plant Delights who sells a few years ago Florida stakeholders your cost is reduced to $8,000. Add play soccer may stray near one. So we were thrilled the plant from his mail order nursery in North were weighing the benefits and in the 30% federal tax credit and you to discover a striking plant without spines. When Carolina, reports this mangave to be root hardy to drawbacks of drilling for oil off the are down to $5,600. So for $5,600, we were introduced to the name Macho Mocha, 9°F, but protect it from frost to preserve the foliage. Florida coasts. Then all of a sudden you would never have to pay for our first thought was “Oh, a premium coffee drink Local nurseries that carry Monrovia plants can also increases in natural gas production electricity again. That’s a great deal! for the strong willed.” Then we discovered that X obtain this mangave. We planted one in a glazed in the Northeast and Midwest Unfortunately, many of these Mangave ‘Macho Mocha’ is either an intergeneric green container that accents the leaves. Placed at our switched the emphasis to building initiatives and rebates have run out hybrid between Manfreda variegata and Agave celsii or front door it stops visitors in their tracks. Give this Select a container with a color to accent the colorful foliage. new pipelines in Florida and the of funding or time. In addition, they a mutation of the former. Whichever it may be, this plant a special place in your garden and watch the argument over drilling for oil are specific to certain areas and plant is a knockout specimen without the sharp- heads turn without any fear of a bite. became moot. utilities, so not all Floridians benefit toothed or spine-tipped leaves of the agave. In fact, In the meantime, the pluses from the many solar energy policies the leaves are rubbery. and minuses of increasing our that have been enacted. This solitary rosette-forming succulent grows to nuclear energy option are still being “Last year Florida What we need is a more robust 4 to 6 feet wide and 2 to 3 feet high. The thick, curving At right, this eight discussed along with the “clean coal” fleshy blue-green leaves are dappled with irregularly foot tall bloom clean and safe, it is ranked 18th out your property will and comprehensive solar energy creates drama on idea that for some is still considered abundant here. increase 9% when policy that will benefit all Floridians. shaped reddish-brown spots at the bases that our front terrace. an oxymoron. For those of you of the 50 states you put solar on your Many of the solar initiatives thicken and merge towards the tips. In spring, long- established plants may develop an 8-foot-tall red Photos by But while we debate the merits of who investigated solar in terms of solar roof). We have net available in Florida today offer great Stephen G. Pategas, flower spike from its center that blooms with small Hortus, Oasis. the more traditional energy sources, energy 10, 8, 6, 4 or installations.” metering and feed in incentives to employ solar in our renewables continue to make steady even just 2 years ago tariffs which allow residences and businesses; we just creamy-white flowers. These nectar-loaded blossoms progress in the Sunshine State. and decided it was too homeowners and need our lawmakers to establish will attract pollinators and hummingbirds alike. Wind, biomass and solar energy expensive, it might be businesses to sell statewide policies so more Floridians After blooming, the mother rosette starts to wither continue to claim a larger portion of time to take another look. The costs the electricity they don’t use back to will be able to “go solar.” and die. But fear not, new plants will have developed the Florida “energy production pie” have decreased dramatically for their utility company. There are solar Last year Florida ranked 18th at the plant’s base. We love this regeneration aspect. Macho Mocha mangave’s fleshy leaves have distinct spots that merge and more “talk time” in the offices both solar photovoltaic systems that water heater rebates. For example, out of the 50 states in terms of solar Ours bloomed in April and we had multiple pups to toward the tip. and halls of the state legislature. make electricity and solar thermal in Orlando if you buy a solar hot installations. In comparison, states The challenge is moving the systems that heat water. First of water heater, the Orlando Utility like Massachusetts and Delaware, that Hortus Oasis (FL26000315) in Winter Park is a boutique garden design company specializing in residential, commercial and specialty gardens. conversations from the offices and all, the federal government gives Commission (OUC) will give you a are tiny and not so shiny, but have Stephen is a registered landscape architect and Kristin is a certified landscape designer. Contact them at 407-622-4886/[email protected] the halls of law makers in the state a 30% federal tax credit for solar $1,000 rebate. There are renewable favorable state solar energy policies, capital, to the committee rooms and investments. Second, to its credit, energy credits. Again, in Orlando, each installed more solar panels than legislative chambers where a strong, Florida’s various state sponsored OUC will credit homeowners 5 cents we did here in the Sunshine State. clear, consistent, renewable energy solar initiatives and rebates have for every kilowatt hour of solar It’s time to put the Florida sun policy can be debated, voted on and made it easier and cheaper to invest energy they produce. The average to work. Energy consumption is enacted. in solar products. solar home produces around 10,000 only going to increase and a more Even though we Floridians A host of solar initiatives have kilowatt hours per year, so that’s aggressive, comprehensive and long continue to use more and more lowered solar costs substantially $500 per year. But the best policy term solar energy policy would cut renewables to meet our energy here in the Sunshine Sate. There by far has been the solar system costs, protect the environment and needs, overall renewable energy are low-interest solar loans for rebate programs offered by FPL, put Florida on the road to a bright production is but a fraction of what it individuals and businesses who Duke, Gainesville Regional Utilities, solar energy future. could be. And that is especially true invest in solar. There is a property Tampa Electric, and Gulf Power. Joe Collins is a Winter Park resident, of solar energy. Which is a shame tax exemption for putting solar on These programs have offered rebates and president of Collins International because not only is solar energy your home (on average the value of up to $2 per watt which in some Enterprises.
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pop culture detours by George McGowan real estate in the parks by Scott Hillman A Springtime Potpourri science or religion, any reader will enjoy pondering, Can someone like me name something a Optimism High Among Buyers And Sellers Of Existing Homes through well-organized and graceful prose, what “masterpiece”? That is a big, imposing word. While we suffered through a couple of polar can be objectively proven about the world in which However, the ambition shown by Beck in this There are any number sale or were considering it. Those numbers are pending sales were distressed properties, down vortices over the past couple of months, I was we live and what remains a mystery.” recording brings this word to mind. So, why can’t I of indicators that reflect the relatively consistent with other available real estate from a high of 83 percent in April 2012, which busying myself with springtime pursuits. On the TV, I have been enjoying the Netflix use it? Especially since as I listened to this album, I condition of the existing marketing data concerning current marketing means we’re closing distressed properties and Anticipating baseball season, gardening, and some series “House of Cards.” It is only available from was enthralled and moved by its similarities to the homes market in Orange and conditions in Orange and Seminole counties. getting them off the books. more anticipation of the baseball season. I also came this online content service and you may have seen best of the Beach Boys, Beatles, Peter Gabriel, Elliott Scott Hillman Seminole counties, and right There’s no question, Orange and Seminole When you’re looking for plus factors in the local across several books, TV shows, music and even other articles that talk of its cult-like following and Smith, Nick Drake and even a modicum of Randy now most of the key indicators—median price, county homeowners are feeling a lot better about market, distressed properties (foreclosures and smartphone apps that I think will be of interest deep dive into the seediest aspects of Washington Newman (when he can be sweet, that is). Let’s just active listings, pending sales and inventory—are all putting their homes on the market and buyers short sales) continue to shrink, partly because the to those of you looking for something new as the politics. I am not one of the many people who say that Beck’s latest gets my highest endorsement. headed in the right direction, which is good news know this is a good time to buy. That optimism is processing of these properties has become more spring flowers begin to bloom. chose to “binge watch” this program, but each Now, for something less masterful but equally for buyers and sellers. With gradually improving reflected by a median price of $155,000 in 2013, up streamlined and The book I would like to recommend hour is filled with juicy bits of fun, interesting to me: my latest smartphone app market conditions it’s safe to say optimism is high 24 percent over 2012. Most of the increase has taken a great deal more is “The Accidental Universe: The intrigue and, most especially, a obsession, “Duolingo.” This free app uses smart- in both camps. place in homes priced under $300,000, while the efficient. We still “There’s no question, World You Thought You Knew,” great power couple at its center phone-game type graphics and interfaces to In fact, a recent survey conducted by the Orlando median price of homes priced over $300,000 has have some work to Orange and Seminole by Alan Lightman. This slim with wonderful performances by teach you the foreign language of your choice, Business Journal asked readers if remained steady. do in this area but county homeowners volume of essays is from Kevin Spacey and Robin Wright. for English speakers it offers Spanish, French, the rise in home prices throughout In addition, inventory remains very the good news is are feeling a lot an interesting physicist Many of the minor players also shine German, Portuguese, and Italian. Wikipedia has a 2013 made them consider putting balanced with a 4.6-month supply of distressed properties better about putting (not an oxymoron) and in their roles, including Kate Mara as an good recap: users gain skill points (coins) as they their house on the market. existing homes as of February 13, 2014. accounted for only novelist who happens to be ambitious blogger and pundit, Corey Stoll learn a language, such as when they complete a Forty-one percent of the And mortgage rates also remain 26.9 percent of homes their homes on the the first person to receive a dual as a doomed congressman and Michael Kelly lesson. Skills are considered learned when users respondents said quite affordable: 4.3 percent for a 30- on the market as of market and buyers faculty appointment in science and as the cold and calculated senior staffer to complete all the lessons associated with the skill. they’d already year fixed rate and 3.3 percent for a February 13, 2014. know this is a good the humanities at MIT. It contains several essays Spacey’s Macbeth-like political striver. I have not Users start with four lives with a life being lost with listed their 15-year fixed rate. It is encouraging time to buy.” on the nature of our existence in this vast universe yet gotten to season two which was released in mid- each mistake. One of the neat features is “Practice home Another positive to see local market and makes this subject real and not just theoretical. February, but I am happy to know it is out there Weak Skills” where the app learns from your most for market sign is a 37.3 conditions continue Lightman uses his gift for writing to make the waiting for me when I am ready for it. common mistakes and designs unique practice sets percent drop in pending to show positive signs of a slow but sustained subject of theoretical physics meaningful to all. Also, As for music, I am simply obsessed with the for you to improve in these areas. Finally, the app sales, down from 7,200 recovery. With the continued uptick in key market he doesn’t shy away from the spiritual and the many latest from the artist known as Beck. His latest automatically sends you reminders or praises you in January 2013 to 5,245 in indicators, we see the growing optimism of buyers things that remain unexplained about our universe album, “Morning Light,” is simply fantastic. It when you are “on track.” As everyone knows, the January of this year. This is good and sellers. And I expect we will continue to see – both external and internal. But don’t take just my can live as simply beautiful music playing in key to language learning is immersion and Duolingo news because approximately 65 percent of those more of the same as we work our way through 2014. word for it, Emily Rapp of the Boston Globe writes the background of a busy day and can also be helps to remind you to make time for it. Each lesson in her review, “Regardless of outstanding interests in listened to intently to find the beauty in its spacious takes five or so minutes and includes speaking Scott Hillman is president of Fannie Hillman + Associates, a 33-year-old Winter Park-based real estate company arrangements and phrases into the smartphone and being corrected on specializing in residential real estate sales. He can be reached at (407) 644-1234 or [email protected]. meaningful lyrics misspellings. It simply makes language learning fun. (“The Heart is a Drum, Enjoy springtime! As Alan Lightman (or by Barbara Solomon theater in the parks Keeping Time with perhaps, Beck) might put it, it is one of the many For More News, Information and Great Events, Visit TheParkPress.com! Everyone”). blessings of our “accidental” universe. Ain’t Misbehavin’ Barb’s Best Bets for MARCH: “33 Variations” at We are so incredibly lucky to have The Winter Garden Theatre, such great theater, not only in the Parks, but the surrounding area as “Sisters of Swing” at The well. In the space of one week I saw Winter Park Playhouse, and three excellent shows, one in College “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Park at Theatre Downtown, another Nest” at Theatre Downtown. at UCF in east Orlando, and last, but not least, downtown at The Mad Cow Theatre. a triple threat--he can sing, dance, Theatre Downtown is playing and act! The theatre and music de- Noel Coward’s “Hay Fever” through partments have merged, and the March 15. The cast is absolutely fab- orchestra was on the stage, but the ulous, featuring Cira Larkin in the cast still managed some wonderful lead as Clara. Her comedic timing choreography. For those of you who and delivery keep the audience in a live under a rock, “The Music Man” state of constant laughter. Directed is the story of a con artist who gets by her husband, Tom Larkin, it is a his “foot stuck in the door” when he ‘20s drawing room comedy about a falls for a music teacher/librarian in totally insane family and the plans a tiny Iowa town. they have to make a boring week- Mad Cow has premiered “The end in the country an absolutely in- Mountaintop” in the Central Flori- sane state of affairs. Rachel Comeau, da area. It is the story of Dr. Martin Ava Tunstall, and Dan Cooksley also Luther King’s last night on earth. show off their comedic talents in this The audience is looking down from wacky but totally fun play. heaven through the mountaintop The inhabitants of Iowa had me upon Dr. King and the angel sent singing at UCF’s “The Music Man.” to bring him to eternal life. And she Actually, they just play Iowans, but is a hoot and a half, mixing pathos are really UCF drama students. Ev- with comedy. Felichia Chivaughn ery song is wonderful, even the plays the funny lines for all they lesser ones. My favorites are “Mar- are worth. And Clinton Harris ian the Librarian” and “Goodnight spouts Dr. King’s words with all the My Someone,” sung as a duet with aplomb they deserve, and “the ba- Marian (Alexis Mativi) and the ton passes on.” young talented Amaryllis (Ken- With such a plethora of great nedy Foristall), who often performs shows, every weekend should be at Theatre Downtown. Andrew a theatre feast! 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fiscal fitness by John Gill Business In The Parks Are The Adults Back? Jackson, Collinsworth and Mayor Kenneth W. Bradley of The UCF Business Hall of Fame plexes, public and private school sys- Johnson Insurance Agency is Winter Park was recently inducted consists of 64 members who have tems, college and university campus- Exactly one year ago the there have been two other recent monumental pleased to announce that Erin Kel- into the Univer- made significant strides in their ca- es, state judicial facilities, government title of the column I wrote budget-related events. A budget funding the ley has the joined sity of Central reer, business and the communities buildings, places of public assembly, was “Putting the Fun in government through the rest of the fiscal year was their team. In her Florida Col- they serve. Each member has made and commercial and medical facili- Dysfunction.” I went on to passed in mid-January without much controversy role at the agen- lege of Busi- a substantial impact on the UCF ties. Today, the company employs ap- John Gill write about the sequester, the and the debt ceiling was increased without issue. cy, Kelley will ness Adminis- community by improving the insti- proximately 1,000 real estate industry automatic, across the board spending cuts created With these confidence-building measures be responsible tration Hall of tution’s reputation by their success, professionals within four states. because the president and Congress could not, yielding some results, we should press our leaders for new business Fame. He grad- professionalism, and service to our would not, agree on the fiscal path the country to revisit the idea of true deficit and debt reduction. development as uated from UCF community. Resource Consulting Group should take in terms of budget cuts and deficit With the continued recovery in the economy, tax well as providing in 1985 with a Mayor Kenneth W. (RCG), an Orlando, Fla.-based fee- Bradley reduction. Eighteen months earlier, they created a receipts are increasing and the budget deficit is service to clients. Erin Kelley master’s in busi- The Winter Park Memorial Hospi- only financial planning and invest- task force and set the sequester in place thinking forecast to come in lower than expected. However, Kelley is a Central Florida native. ness administration. The induction tal Family Foundation recently an- ment advisory firm, recently an- that the cuts were so politically unpalatable and the debt continues to increase. The latest debt ceiling There are a number of countries agitating She holds a bachelor of arts degree ceremony was held February 6 at nounced the appointment of Bob nounced that Gregg Biro became draconian that they would never occur. Well, they increase raised the total allowable borrowing level about the position of the U.S. dollar. Fortunately in art from the University of Florida. the 15th annual Business Hall of Owens as secretary of its board of a shareholder in the firm. He is cur- were wrong! by the U.S. government to $17.2 trillion dollars. This for us, not many countries in the international Before joining Jackson, Collinsworth Fame Awards Banquet at the Rosen directors. Owens also chairs the Phi- rently director of business develop- Cutting the budget in a straight, across the board amount of borrowing is not sustainable! community want the Chinese Yuan, the Euro or and Johnson, Kelley launched Erin Shingle Creek Hotel. Mayor Brad- lanthropy Initiative sub-committee. ment and joined fashion is never the way it should be done. Budget The United States is in an enviable position in the the Japanese Yen, to take the place of the dollar, Kelley Designs, a specialized print ley has been serving the Central Bob Owens has been a member of the the firm in 2010. management should be handled in a rational, geopolitical environment. Our country is considered but more and more are listening to the concept of a design and fine stationery company. Florida area for decades. With 28 board since 2010. In addition to be- Biro has more systematic fashion to insure that departments, to be the most politically and economically stable basket of currencies for international transactions. Prior to starting her own company, years of Central Florida healthcare ing involved in than 25 years of projects and agreed-upon priorities are funded in country in the world. That perceived stability helps As this effort gains adherents over the upcoming she was a commercial real estate ex- experience, he also serves as the the Winter Park experience in an appropriate manner and other, less pressing to maintain low interest rates which allow us to decades, the U.S. must start making substantial ecutive with NAI Realvest, Inc. and campus CEO of Winter Park Memo- Memorial Hospi- the wealth man- issues and items are not funded. With the political borrow that $17.2 trillion at really low rates. The reductions in its outstanding debt. This really is a senior sales executive with Mar- rial Hospital, a Florida Hospital fa- tal and other non- agement and paralysis of the past several years and the inability other hidden benefit for the U.S. is that the U.S. a significant strategic and economic issue. The riott Vacation Club International cility, and has acted as campus CEO profit communi- technology in- to compromise gripping the executive and dollar is the international reserve currency. This problem is that this is a long term issue which and The Ritz-Carlton Club. Kel- (and COO) of Florida Hospital Kis- ty groups, Owens dustries. Biro is a Gregg Biro legislative branches of the U.S. federal government, means that most international trading transactions requires vision to be addressed in a meaningful ley brings a wealth of experience in simmee and COO of Florida Hospi- is the president & graduate of The Ohio State Univer- the sequester actually signaled to both parties and are priced and occur in U.S. dollars. This situation manner and our political structure does not leadership, sales, quality manage- tal’s Celebration Health. Bradley is CEO of Owens sity where he earned a bachelor’s to those branches of government that spending cuts, allows us to manage our currency in ways that encourage or reward vision or long term thinking. ment and customer relationships. a member of the Winter Park Public Realty Services. Bob Owens degree in both information systems even recklessly executed, were not catastrophic to benefit us in a manner not available to other But maybe the adults are back, and maybe they Kelley is the a former chairman Library board and the Wells Fargo Within the past five years, he relocat- and business marketing. our country’s economy. countries. However, we will not retain our position have the vision needed to fix this problem, because of the School Advisory Council at Central Florida Community Bank ed the full-service real estate services With the political realities of the approaching as the reserve currency in definitely. Luckily, the vision is required if the fiscal fitness of our future Audubon Park Elementary and cur- board. He has received numerous company to Central Florida. Owens Junior Achievement of Central mid-term elections starting to come into focus, change will not happen quickly either. generations and our country is to be maintained. rently serves on the School Advisory awards within the community, in- and his team currently manage close Florida recently appointed Kathy Councils at Audubon Park Elemen- cluding the Orlando Business Jour- to $1 billion in real estate net worth, Panter as president of the organi- If you have questions, comments, or an area of financial interest you would like to see discussed in The Park Press, tary and Glenridge Middle School. nal’s “Central Florida’s Most Influ- and the Owens Realty Services port- zation. For the last fifteen years, please call John at 407-353-0594 or send email to [email protected]. Follow John on Twitter, @john_gill1. She and her husband, Tommy, live ential Businessmen” award in 2010, folio includes Florida-based proper- Panter has served in numerous in Winter Park with their three chil- and the 2011 Crystal Angel award ties, such as commercial/investment senior-level positions in the inde- dren, Caroline, Tripp and Cole. from Adventist Health System. properties, high-rise residential com- Continued on page 22 Here to SERVE You!
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Continued from page 21 non-profit organization that sup- scientific conferences. Covelli earned Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, pendent sector. ports the collegial and professional a nursing Ph.D. with a minor in phys- Engineers, Planners, ranked as live meaningfully by Ayesha G. Bullock, M.A. Her most recent practice of bankruptcy law in the iology from the University of Florida, one of the most active architectur- role was vice Orlando Division of the Middle Dis- a master’s degree in adult health and al firms in Florida and averaging president of in- trict of Florida, through continuing nursing education from New York more than two million square feet The Need For More Margin In Life vestor relations education and service to the bench, University, and a bachelor’s from of retail space annually, is expand- So, on the heels of my grand and mental space to be more intentional about our And third - I made sure to add a few things for Central Flor- bar and community. The organiza- Hunter College-Bellevue School of ing its offices in Orlando and Phila- declaration about creating choices. We have the perspective necessary to see for which I may not ordinarily have made time. ida Partnership, tion serves all bankruptcy practitio- Nursing in New York. delphia. Jed Downs, president of more margin in my life… clearly what’s really important and what’s not. We (Working out, church, a phone date with my best where she has ners in Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, said I find myself considering have the opportunity to prepare and plan. And friend from Philadelphia.) Kathy Panter Ayesha G. Bullock been responsi- Lake and Brevard Counties. Hold-Thyssen Real Estate Ser- the firm will open a new branch of- writing about what to do when we have the benefit of slowing our system out of a Simple enough weekend – can’t say that it was ble for ensuring the financial suc- vices, a commercial property firm fice off Maguire Road in Orlando you feel stretched. reactive, adrenal pattern so we may actually choose earth shattering or ‘exciting’ per se… but do I feel Maureen Covelli cess of the organization. Prior to , an RN and a nurs- based in Winter Park, with offices this month. The firm’s headquar- The other day I commented to a friend that I our response with clarity. significantly more relaxed and am enjoying a better University that, she served as a senior account ing faculty member at the in Tampa and Nashville, reports ters facility is located in Baldwin felt like taffy… she replied that she thought string Though slowing down seems antithetical to perspective at this moment than I did when I first of Central Florida since 1989, has its lease transactions volume grew Park. The new facility will provide executive for the Orlando Regional cheese was a better fit. having a long list of things to manage, I made began to write this article. Margin is not a magic been appointed the associate dean for by more than 30 percent in 2013. 8,200 square feet of professional Chamber of Commerce – earning Awesome. myself stop writing this article and took the and elusive reality, nor is perspective. undergraduate R. Anthony Fisher, vice president office space and 40 architects, en- “Salesperson of the Year” each year Okay – so, I continue to work to create more weekend to do my own little experiment and report Stepping back, doing less, slowing down and she served. Panter graduated from affairs at the Col- of Hold-Thyssen Real Estate Ser- gineers, project directors and sup- margin in my life and figure out from where it can back. (How very Bridget Jones of me.) choosing to engage meaningfully – perhaps it really the University of South Alabama lege of Nursing. vices, said the firm’s lease transac- port staff will be located there. The come and into where I shall insert it. Hope springs Nonetheless, this weekend we had plans each is that simple. Will the calm and restoration I feel with a bachelor’s degree in inter- She began her tions in 2013 totaled more than $1.1 story is the same in Philadelphia, eternal. However, at the same time, I also recognize night Fri/Sat/Sun with different people. (This is right now last all the way into the middle of a hectic national marketing and completed new position ear- million. Hold-Thyssen provides where Cuhaci & Peterson opened a that sometimes (even with margin in our lives) ordinarily a reality that would have stressed me out week? Perhaps not, but that’s why it’s a ‘practice’ the Crummer Management Pro- lier this month commercial property and leasing 2,000 square foot branch office one we feel the impact of being pulled in a number of as I’m sort of introvert and I relish precious down and one to which I will remain committed and in gram at Rollins College. An active after serving as and management services to insti- year ago. Downs said the firm is ex- different directions. time on the weekends.) However, I approached this which I will remain engaged. member of the Orlando commu- interim associ- tutional and private investor cli- panding its Philadelphia facility to Alas – what to do when there are more things weekend differently than I normally would have. So, I encourage you to find: those little places to nity for the last 25 years, she cur- ate dean since Maureen Covelli, RN ents nationwide. The 40-year old 3,300 square feet. Among the firm’s to do and people to whom to attend than there is First- I gave myself permission to reschedule any rently serves as the chairperson of August. Covelli is former chair of firm’s current portfolio includes best-known retail clients are Pub- of you? I find that this happens to almost everyone of the plans we had if it was just too much. (I didn’t ‘give yourself permission’ (whether social events, the Downtown Orlando YMCA. the college’s Faculty Association and more than 100 commercial proper- lix Super Markets, Inc., Winn Di- I know. However, some people are just better at end up doing this as the friends we were seeing are weeding or otherwise) and those little ingredients Leadership Council, and is an associ- ties throughout the United States. xie, The Fresh Market, LA Fitness, managing it. In some cases it’s that they’re better true, wonderful and easy friendships with whom that add meaning and grounding to your life Winderweedle, ate professor with primary teaching Seasons 52 Restaurants, time managers, in some cases it’s that they really we could make it as relaxed an evening as we (whether time with a special friend, spiritual Haines, Ward responsibilities in the baccalaureate Ale House, Walmart and have no issue drawing boundaries, and in some wanted.) But having the ‘out’ really helped me to reflection or otherwise). It’ll have more of an impact & Woodman program. She also holds a courtesy Wawa. Cuhaci & Peterson cases they just don’t even notice it so it doesn’t see each social interaction as a treat and not just one on your basic sense of peace than you anticipate. shareholder appointment at the University of Architects opened its doors seem to concern them. As I know I will always be more appointment on my calendar. Ryan E. Davis Florida Department of Physiology in Orlando in 1978. aware of it, I suppose that means that I will have Secondly, I mindfully cut out some of the things Be well; Live Meaningfully. was recently and Functional Genomics. She has to be better about drawing boundaries and about on the never ending to-do list. Do my flower beds elected to the published research on hypertension, managing time. desperately need weeding? Yes. Did it have to be ‘Til the next time, executive board has developed cardiovascular health- At left, Fresh Market at Grand Oaks Sometimes I think we have to slow down to this weekend? Apparently not. (As I did not weed, Ryan E. 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schools schools Aloma Elementary for schools and every year the do- Thank you, X Club! Continued from page 24 that our students read year-round. We are enjoyed Friday, February 28 nation has increased. The proceeds If you want to join our strong Hillcrest Elementary We ranked number three in Orange when award-winning author Chris Orlando Science Schools ties and games. Dr. Seuss Week and Principal Dr. Drew A. Hawkins this year they donated to each ranks of community volunteers, we Principal ruth n. ortega County Public Schools and number Grabenstein came to talk to our Principal dr. yalcin akin school from their annual pancake warmly welcome your involvement the annual book swap at Hillcrest 83 in the WORLD during Scholas- fourth and fifth graders about his Thank you to everyone who came breakfast in December was incred- in the life of our school. To inquire Hillcrest Elementary is an Orange were also a lot of fun. tic’s Read for the World Record with new book, “Escape to Mr. Lemoncel- Orlando Science Schools (OSS) out to the ninth annual Fast Start Invi- ible. Thank you Leadership Winter about opportunities to become in- County public school and a foreign The Hillcrest Chorus will be per- 355,871 minutes logged. lo’s Library.” As you can see, “Take seventh-grader Yashasvi Bhat earned tational Track Meet on Saturday, Febru- Park and to all the residents who volved, please contact the school language magnet program, offering forming the National Anthem at the Not only does our library circu- the lead and READ” is definitely our first place in the junior computer sci- ary 1 at Showalter Field. The students love those pancakes! principal at [email protected]. opportunities for students to learn Solar Bears Hockey Game on March late a large number of books every motto at Lakemont Elementary. ence category at the annual Dr. Nel- had a great time participating, and fun French or Spanish. During the year, 3 (Hillcrest Spirit Night), and Hill- day, we know our students also son Ying Orange County Science each foreign language academy cel- Exposition held recently at Rollins was had by all. We’d like to give a spe- crest ticket sales benefit the music have a great desire to own books as Dommerich Elementary ebrates French or Spanish language, department. Students are starting well. Several years ago, we started Maitland Middle School College. Bhats’ “Robot Race” entry cial thanks to our P.E. coach, Mrs. Kathy Glenridge Middle School Principal Dr. Stefanie C. Shames Principal Dr. junella handley kreil culture, and food. In addition to the to prepare for the Hillcrest Science a monthly book trading program. is among many award-winning proj- Styron, and also to her assistant, Ms. Principal Trevor Honohan regular curriculum and the foreign Fair, which will be held on April 7, On the third Thursday of each Orange County School Board ects submitted by students at Orlan- Stephanie Chandler, for all of their help Hello parents, in a continued ef- language instruction for all magnet after Spring Break. We are looking month, students come to the library member Nancy Robbinson recog- do Science Schools, which is a public making this event such a success! Dommerich Elementary is “warm- ing up” after several cold months of fort to create a world-class learning students, Hillcrest offers many special forward to lots of fascinating infor- and trade their personal books for nized the Maitland Middle School charter school in Orange County that Our next SAC Meetings will be on learning! We were thrilled to race environment at Glenridge Middle areas including art, music, computer, mation and experiments! books other students have brought News Crew during a School Board serves grades K-12 and focuses on Tuesday, March 4 and Tuesday, April 1, alongside other local elementary School, I am asking that you spend media center, and physical education. to trade. Many times the student is Recognition event in February. The STEM education at 8:00 a.m. PTA will be hosting Skate schools at the Fast Start track event, a few minutes completing an on- Hillcrest has had a great start to ready to read at a higher level so he News Crew, under the direction of The competition is open to all Night at Semoran Skateway on March 2014. Honor roll ceremonies cele- Lakemont Elementary or she is trading up a reading level. Ms. Lori Farber, has won national private and public school students. and to celebrate healthy movement line school effectiveness survey. It Principal Dr. Brenda Cunningham 4, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. We hope to see at our own Dommerich Chiefs on can be accessed from any computer brated students’ academic achieve- In addition to book trading, our awards. In March 2013, twenty-nine Thirty-four talented students from many of you there. Please remember the Run 5K in February. We now turn with an Internet connection. The re- ments. For Black History month, the This month’s article is written by students have already checked out advanced Maitland Middle News Orlando Science Schools partici- that there will be a student holiday on our faces toward a sunnier spring, sponses and results are anonymous. morning news crew highlighted the our media specialist and Teacher of more than 12,000 books this school Crew students flew to Los Angeles, pated in this year’s event. OSS had Friday, March 21. Spring Break Week and focus on showing all we have The School Advisory Council will contributions of Black Americans. the Year, Mrs. Evangeline Scivally. year from the school library media CA where they attended the STN (Stu- 16 entries from the sixth grade, 13 Congratulations to the Hillcrest stu- from seventh, and five from the high is Monday, March 24 through Friday, learned this year. In March, students use the compiled data to outline a “Literacy” is the word at Lake- center. They have taken over 14,000 dent Television Network) conference. dents who have artwork on display mont. During “Celebrate Literacy school level division. March 28. Students will return from will be fine-tuning grade level skills direction for the 2014-2015 school Accelerated Reader quizzes and This is a national conference where at the Orlando Museum of Art and Week!” Lakemont students read have accumulated nearly 21,000 over 2,500+ MS and HS students at- OSS students who were awarded Spring Break on Monday, March 31. and gearing up for assessments. We year. The overall goal is to use your to the recent Spelling Bee partici- 31,098 minutes for the “Million points! The students with the most tend to compete in various film and top honors from the 54th annual Or- Thank you to our third, fourth, and will host the East Learning Com- feedback to show continuous school improvement. The survey is active pants and winners. We are proud of Minute Marathon,” sponsored by AR points on each grade level for broadcast contests as well as attend ange County Science Fair included: fifth grade teachers for holding par- munity Mathletics competition and continue practice for the upcoming now and will close on April 1, 2014. our students’ achievements. the Department of Education. Oth- the second nine weeks are: Scott professional workshops with writers, ent informational meetings regarding •Mohammed Abdullah Science Olympiad event in May. The link below will take you direct- Thank you to Annemarie er events celebrated that week in- Rinaldi (1), Claire Clark (2), Andrea directors, producers, anchors, jour- and Ahmed Rashid: “A New Device FCAT testing. Several tips for FCAT: It is As we enter March, please also ly to the survey. Thank you for your O’Brien, author of the novel “Lara’s cluded guest readers on our WLOS Ignjatic (3), Gianna Mackinnon (4), nalists, and cinematographers who Based on Thermoelectric Effect to very important for your children to be mark your calendar for the follow- time and continued support! Gift” (set in Russia in 1914), who morning news show, a visit by Spell- and Oliver Ignjatic (5). actually work in the industry- many Resolve Energy Crisis” on time for testing. Once testing starts, ing Dommerich events: Skate Night visited Hillcrest and shared with binder’s storytellers and teacher More exciting news, our fifth who have won Emmys and Oscars. (11th and 10th grade) we cannot interrupt the classroom on at Semoran Skateway on March 6; https://vovici.com/wsb.dll/ our students her inspiring stories read-alouds in the classrooms. Stu- graders will be competing in the first Maitland MS students competed in •Alexandria Bias: “Pop It!” any days if they are tardy. Make sure Walk N’ Roll on March 12; Domm- s/1086ag5578b/School_Effective- and tips about writing. Science dents voted for their favorite book, annual Elementary School Battle of six film/broadcast contests and were (7th grade) they get plenty of rest, and eat a healthy erich PTA’s Big Chiefs Night Out on ness_Survey_Parent Night allowed students to have fun and no big surprise, the winner was the Books on Wednesday, May 7, the only middle school that placed or breakfast. These tips will help give the March 13; Maitland Art & History exploring hands-on science activi- “The Diary of a Wimpy Kid” series 2014 at Timber Creek High School. received Honorable Mention in ALL •Cristina Ta: “Race to Evaporation” students the opportunity to do their Museums’ Dommerich Family Day by Jeff Kinney. We have begun meeting once a week categories. Former and current MMS (7th grade) Continued on page 25 I am very proud to announce very best. Below is the testing schedule: (Interactive Garden Sculpture Par- to prepare for this exciting event. students found out in November 2013 •Pierre Lesperance: “Gauss Rifle” ty) on March 15; Fun Day and end at the FAME conference how their Monday, April 14 (7th grade) of 3rd marking period on March 20; films placed at the 2013 state-level Reading Session 1 – Grades 3, 4, 5 no school on March 21; and Spring Jim Harbin Media Festival competi- •Daniyal Ansari: “Does Color Affect Blood Pressure?” Tuesday, April 15 Break from March 24-28. tion. Students had to win 1st place (7th grade) Reading Session 2 – Grades 3, 4, 5 Enjoy a safe and relaxing Spring in their film category at the county Break! AND regional levels before advanc- •Alexandria Magee: “Reduce, Reuse, Wednesday, April 16 ing on to the state level competition. and Recycle” Makeup Testing – Grades 3, 4, 5 There were 11 different film catego- •Justice Nasuti: “Sock It to Me” Fern Creek Elementary ries. Maitland Middle’s News Crew Thursday, April 17 Principal Dr. Patrick Galatowitsch (6th grade) Math Session 1 – Grades 3, 4 program placed in five out of the 11 categories. The STN Conference will •Rami Kabat Science Session 1 – Grade 5 Spring cleaning allows us to re- new our sense of space, and it just be held during March in Orlando this (6th grade) Friday, April 18 doesn’t happen within the home! year and we know we will have spec- •Brandon Tran: “Which Airplane Math Session 2 – Grades 3,4 Fern Creek is no exception to that tacular results once again! Design Will Fly the Longest?” Science Session 2 – Grade 5 rule. Since the beginning of the Tutoring is being held on Tuesdays (7th grade) school year some bigger projects and Thursdays from 4-6p.m. If you April 28 – May 7 •Gina Perez: “Amplitude Modulation” had fallen to the wayside; however, Since 1968, Park Maitland has are interested in having your child Math – Grade 5 computer testing (7th grade) with the help of committed volun- been growing the leaders of participate in tutoring, please contact As always, we appreciate your help teers, no task is too large. tomorrow. We offer a proven Mrs. Drayton at Tamara.BakerDray- and your support! We are Team Eagle: The X Club fraternity brothers, a foundation of excellence in [email protected] for more information. Please note that FCAT dates are one Every Student! Every Day! local long-standing fraternity at Rol- education and provide children lins College since 1929, have deep week earlier than previously pub- the tools they need to realize roots in community service and en- lished and students will begin taking Brookshire Elementary gagement. They have been so kind their dreams! FCAT on Monday, April 14, 2014. The Florida Department of Health Principal Dr. Marc Rummler to us for the last several years, and we are so appreciative of their hard closely monitors our students’ im- We spring into March from a very work and dedication. In the past, munization status. The next time active February. Many students and they have helped us create a long you are at your pediatrician’s office staff members participated in a va- jump area for our physical educa- please make sure your child has had riety of fitness activities in Febru- tion class, painted our basketball all the required immunizations. It ary. March will bring some extra- court boundary lines, and more. is required that all students have a Tdap (commonly known as the tet- curricular activities for Brookshire These young men tackled many Above, Orlando Science Schools seventh-grader students, such as our Student Talent different projects, like rearranging anus booster) prior to entering the Yashasvi Bhat earned first place in the junior Show on the 13th, an Art Show on classroom furniture in our Mentor 7th grade. When your child receives computer science category at the annual Dr. their Tdap, please be sure to bring a Nelson Ying Orange County Science Exposition the 18th, and a Skating Party on the Room to maximize space used by stu- Andrew Asher held recently at Rollins College. 19th. March 31st will start the last dents, our food inventory was con- B.A. University of Delaware copy of your child’s immunization J.D. Thomas Jefferson; San Diego, CA record to Nurse Raines. quarter of the school year. densed and organized, snack packs “It is truly rewarding to see Or- Park Maitland Class of 1985 We are in the preliminary stages We would like to extend a huge were made for up to two weeks, and lando Science Schools students utiliz- Attorney, Orlando and Washington, D.C. of researching the possibility of start- thank you to the current class of generous amounts of donated cloth- Complex Corporate and Civil Litigation ing a Maitland Middle School Foun- ing critical thinking and transferring Leadership Winter Park and to the ing were organized into our closets. Winter Park Distilling Company, Original Co-founder dation to support our school. If you those skills into real-world science ap- Leadership Winter Park Alumni As- Their eagerness and energy to lend a First artisanal micro-distillery in Winter Park are interested in helping with this en- plications,” said the Orlando Science sociation for their commitment to hand was inspiring, and proved that & Orange County deavor, please contact me at stefanie. Schools executive director, Dr. Yal- Brookshire and all the local schools. teamwork is required to complete Andrew and his wife, Francesca are the proud parents of two children who attend Park Maitland School. 407-647-3038 Pa [email protected]. cin Akin. “We are honored by these Since 1998, they have raised money goals with efficiency and speed. rkMaitland.org Go Hawks! Continued on page 26
259-251 PM ParkPress - Andrew.indd 1 2/20/14 8:16 AM 26 schools The Park Press | march 2014 The Park Press | march 2014 calendar 27 Continued from page 25 The SPORTS/ENRICHMENT took the Mac to Africa so she could State Championship in a row and students and their teachers for their Camp is open for kindergarten work directly in the field. This led to fourth title in six years for our girls. Shack Foundation. For more information please impressive work and the innovation through eighth-grade students. Our new methods for treating and cur- The team is comprised of 16 mem- MARCH Highlight Community call 407-896-1160, or visit they demonstrate.” program is staffed with full-time ing diseases like malaria and has al- bers, including five seniors, five www.trackshack.com More than 320 students from 24 professionals and counselors. The ready improved thousands of lives juniors, four sophomores, and two different schools throughout Or- summer sports camps include bas- in Nigeria.” freshman. The WPHS competition March 15 Walk To Defeat ALS - Calendar 9:30 a.m. at Lake Eola. For ange County submitted entries for ketball, flag football, cheerleading, We are very proud of our Upper cheerleaders have been competing the event. “We are thrilled with the more information please karate, soccer, sports-fitness and and Middle School Science Olym- since 1987, and have the longest call 888-257-1717 or visit record-breaking turnout,” said Bob volleyball. The Enrichment camp piad teams for taking second and winning tradition in competitive AudubonAudubon ParkPark GardenGarden DistrictDistrict EventsEvents www.walktodefeatals.org. Madewell, director of the Dr. Nelson offers classes in chess, technology, third place in the regional competi- cheerleading in the state. Congratu- Ongoing Events Ying Orange County Science Exposi- cooking, dance, sewing, LEGOS, tion. They will move on to the state lations to head coach Angela Aus- March 15 - 16 Free Pro-Active tion. “Our students continue to raise Every Monday night Community Market – 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. Driving School - Morning puppets science, math and Spanish. competition this month at UCF, and tin and her team. Winter Park High at Stardust Coffee parking lot located at 1842 E. and afternoon classes the standards for inventive projects.” Have a blast learning and playing we wish them luck. Our robotics school and our community are Winter Park Rd. For information call 407-590-8776. are available, and a A diverse panel of more than 85 ex- the summer camp way! team is gearing up to participate in proud of their accomplishments. $99 refundable deposit perienced judges from various busi- the FIRST Robotics Compe- First Monday of Every Month To celebrate their 50th anniversary, is required to hold your nesses and educational institutions in admission to Leu Gardens is free the first Monday of each month spot. For more information tition, also held at UCF in during 2013. For more information please call 407- Central Florida evaluated the entries Trinity Lutheran School please visit www.puton- March. Students have been 246-2620 or visit www.leugardens.org. thebrakes.org. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE CITY OF WINTER PARK COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT and determined the award winners. Principal melissa bergholt working with engineers MARCH 21-23, Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival First Mondays of Every Month Story Time – 10:00 to 10:15 a.m. At Trinity Lutheran School, third from Siemens and Lock- March 18 2nd Annual Arnie’s The 55th annual event will take place in downtown Winter Park. infants to 18 months, 10:20 to 10:35 a.m. toddlers, quarter is underway and our cam- heed to build a robot meet- March Against Children’s Cancer - St. James Cathedral School and 10:40 to 11:00 a.m. preschoolers at Leu Gardens 3:30 p.m. at Bay Hill Coun- pus is buzzing with activity. We cel- ing the challenge guide- located at 1920 N. Forest Ave. For more information try Club. For more informa- Every Sunday Music at the Casa – This free event featuring Principal Mrs. Gerri Gendall ebrated National Lutheran Schools lines. please at 407-246-2620 or visit www.leugardens.org. tion, or to register, please visit www.ArniesMarch.com. professional musicians and performers is hosted at Summer is around the corner Week (where we raised almost $1000 Casa Feliz every Sunday from noon – 3:00 p.m. For for the Lutheran World Relief fund), March 7 Date Night at Leu Gardens - Featuring the showing April 8 The Orange County Retired Educators Meeting - 10:00 a.m. more information call 407-628-8200 ext. 3 or visit and always full of fun and excit- of “To Have and Have Not” (NR) – 7:30 p.m. For more www.casafeliz.us. enjoyed Family Fun Night in our Winter Park at College Park United Methodist Church located ing things to do. Join old friends High School information please call 407-246-2620 or visit www. at 644 W. Princeton St. Anyone who has worked in and make new ones, during the gym put on by the Orlando Science leugardens.org. education is invited to attend. For more information Now - April 13, 2014 Russian Icons from the Romanov Era Exhibit at Principal tim smith summer programs at St. Cathedral Center, and listened to the sweet please visit www.ocrea-fl.org, or call 407-677-0446. the Polasek – This exhibit is of works from the 17th to early sounds of our 4th-8th graders as they March 15 - 16 Leu Gardens Annual Plant Sale – 9:00 a.m. 20th centuries and reflects the opening up of Russia School (SJCS). The Pre-K Program to 5:00 p.m. at Harry P. Leu Gardens. For more MaitlandMaitland EventsEvents to Westernizing influences during the Romanov era. and our Sports/ Enrichment Pro- performed for their parents in our The Florida State Cheer- information please call 407-246-2620 or visit www. Ongoing Events The Albin Polasek Museum and Sculpture Gardens is gram is open to everyone. Summer Spring Music Concert. leading Championship was leugardens.org. located at 633 Osceola Avenue. For times and more is always fun and exciting because On February 16, we had a ground held at the Silver Spurs Every Sunday Maitland Farmers’ Market at Lake Lily information please visit www.polasek.org. breaking ceremony for our brand Arena on January 30, 2014. April 6 Swamp Sista La La Music and Food Festival – 2:00 to with the variety of activities 6:00 p.m. at East End Market. Proceeds benefit and Every Tuesday Preschool Stories 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. at the new building that will house our The competition cheer team March 6 The Winter Park Public Library hosts Garden Talks with include P.E.A.S. Foundation, Hebni Nutrition Consul- Maitland Public Library located at 501 S. Maitland Stephen and Kristin Pategas of Hortus Oasis – noon to 1:00 child development center! took first place in the me- tants, Second Harvest Food Bank and the Audubon Avenue. p.m. (bring lunch). This month: Florida Smart Plants: It should be completed next dium division with a score Park Garden District. For more information and Shrubs & Groundcovers. $5 per session. Register on- spring and we are very ex- of 90.25. This is the third tickets please call 407-212-7321. Every Thursday Healthy Maitland Walk 6:30 a.m.; Babytime line www.http://wppl.org/or call 407-623-3279. cited about the construc- 10:30 to -11:30 a.m. and Adventures w/Books Club 2:30 to April 12 Jazz ‘n’ Blues Stroll – 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. at Harry 4:30 p.m. at the Maitland Public Library. March 10 Annual School Advisory Council (SAC) Parent Showcase tion, what it means for our P. Leu Gardens. Enjoy great performances by The – 6:30 p.m. at Winter Park High School. The evening current families, and the At right, Winter Park cheerleaders Robert Harris Group, Daniel Heitz Band and Bird Second Friday each month (Now through April 2014) Culture Pop! win state championship again! begins with a presentation by the Jazz Band and new families we will be Dog Bobby Band as you stroll along lit pathways – 7:00 - 11:00 p.m. at the Art & History Museums - welcome by Principal Tim Smith. This is followed by able to welcome to Trinity! throughout the 50-acre botanical garden. For more Maitland. This event features a Clothesline Show of visits to four different sessions showcasing various artworks highlighting Central Florida artists. Cost is $5 In March, we are gear- information and tickets please call 407-246-2620 or aspects of the school. For more information please visit www.leugardens.eventbrite.com. per person, and free to current members. For more call 407-623-1476. ing up for the Downtown information please visit www.artandhistory.org. BBQ Cook-Off and annual BaldwinBaldwin ParkPark andEvents Area Events March 12 Winter Park Garden Club Meeting – Topic: Winter WinterWinter ParkPark EventsEvents Read In (honoring Robert April 6 Wounded Warrior/Lone Sailor 5K Run/Walk/Roll – 7:30 Park’s Tree Canopy - Yesterday, Today and Tomor- Munsch) event on March a.m. at Lake Baldwin located at 4953 New Broad Ongoing Events row. 10:00 a.m. at 1300 S. Denning Dr. For more Street. For more information and registration please information regarding this free event please call 1st. This also coincides with the Every Saturday Winter Park Farmers’ Market – 7:00 a.m. to 407-644-5770. Spring Book Fair and our Meet the visit www.cfn15K.org. 1:00 p.m. Teacher event! Our annual auction March 13 Popcorn Flicks Featuring “Robin And The 7 Hoods” – CollegeCollege ParkPark andand AreaOrlando Events Area Events Every Saturday Line Dance Class –10:00 a.m. at the Winter event put on by our Parent Teacher For more information please visit www.cityofwinter- Ongoing Events Park Community Center. Beginners are asked to park.org. League (PTL) is just around the cor- come at 9:30 a.m. to learn the basic steps. For more ner. Trinity Downtown’s “Top Fun” Every Wednesday Belles and Beaus Dance Club has dances information please call 407-592-7835. every Wednesday from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. at the March 15 Zimmerman Kiser Sutcliffe Winter Park Road Race 80s evening will be held on March 15. 10K and 2-Mile – Presented by Florida Hospital - 7:00 Marks Street Recreation Complex located at 99 Every Tuesday and Thursday “Hands-on Gardening” – 9:30 All proceeds benefit Trinity Lutheran E. Marks Street. Join in for an evening of fun and a.m. at 251 Park Ave. Proceeds benefit the Merid- a.m. – noon at the Albin Polasek Museum & Sculp- ian Club of Winter Park Scholarship Fund. For more School! The month ends with Spring dancing to music by the Soft Touch band. Refresh- ture Gardens. For more information regarding this ments are available. Singles and couples are wel- information and to register please call 407-896-1160 Break, when all the students (and free year-round event please call 407-647-6294. or visit www.trackshack.com staff) get a much-needed break to re- come. Cost: $5.00 per person. For more information please call 407-277-7008. charge and finish the year strong! Located in historic downtown Orlando, across from Lake Eola, our Every Tuesday and Thursday Beginning Pilates Class – 5:15 p.m. March 15 BrainFest – 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Ra- accredited Blue Ribbon School offers a challenging curriculum at the Winter Park Community Center. For more chel D. Murrah Civic Center. This is a free fun-filled Every Thursday College Park Farmers’ Market – 5:00 to 9:00 information please call 407-671-9599. for Pre-K3 through 8th grade, with an emphasis on technology, p.m. located at 1600 Edgewater Dr. For information day of brain-boosting education, entertainment Trinity Preparatory School and activities designed to inspire people of all ages complemented by the arts, athletics, and extracurricular activities. call 407-999-5251. Monday - Friday “Art in Chambers” Exhibit - Monday Above, PreK students at St. James Cathedral Principal craig maughan to live a brain healthy lifestyle. Learn tips and tricks With the love and stewardship of Jesus as our inspiration, through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This free for keeping your brain strong all life long! Please School enjoy computer play day. Every Sunday Downtown Orlando Farmers’ Market – 10:00 a.m. exhibit is on display at the City Hall Commission Class of 2007 Trinity Prep alum- our exceptional and experienced faculty provides personalized to 4:00 p.m. at Lake Eola. For more information call RSVP on-line at http://act.alz.org/brainfest or call Chambers located at 401 Park Avenue South. 1-800-272-3900. Students in the PreK Program nus Lt. Chuck Nadd made a big instruction to all our students. 407-246-3625. enjoy art, crafts, and games on splash when he was chosen to be Every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday Winter Park Benefit Shop March 20 Hannibal Square Wine Tasting – 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. at Monday – Friday Each Week Seniors’ Program in College Park – the shop is located at 140 West Lyman Avenue Mondays followed by the Fun Bus; featured in a Super Bowl commer- – 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the College Park Com- West New England Ave. Winter Park. (Between Vir- and is open from 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. on Tuesdays ginia and Pennsylvania Aves.) A celebration of fine “Fitness on Wheels” on Tuesdays. cial. The Budweiser ad showed his munity Center located at 2393 Elizabeth St. For and Fridays, and from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday also means “Water Play homecoming from Afghanistan to information call 407-246-4361. wine, this street party event features 40+ varieties of OPEN HOUSE Saturdays. Donate or purchase clothing, bedding, wine and beer, plus appetizers from local eateries Day”! The children come to school a ticker-tape parade held in Winter April 30, Wednesday • 8:30-10:30a.m. jewelry, kitchenware and more. Proceeds benefit and live music. Cost: $25 in advance, and $30 at the First Friday of Each Month The Art Stroll of Ivanhoe Village – 6:00 various children’s programs and the local branch in their bathing suits with sun screen Park. Many of his classmates and to 9:00 p.m. on Orange Ave. between Princeton door. For tickets please visit www.winterpark.org. applied and then cool down with teachers from Trinity Prep were on of Orlando Blind. For more information please call and New Hampshire. 407-647-8276. treats from the Ice Cream Truck, hand for the parade to honoring not Jean Wilkes 407-841-4432 ext.116 March 20 Healthy Cooking Demonstration by Chef Edwin of Florida Hospital – This free event is held at 5:30 to 6:30 which brings everyone’s favorite ice only Lt. Nadd but all veterans. Admissions Director March 6 The Orange County Retired Educators Meeting - 10:00 Every Tuesday Beginning Pilates Class – 5:15 p.m. at the a.m. at College Park United Methodist Church p.m. at the Crosby YMCA. For more information, or cream! Thursdays are perfect day to Another Trinity Prep alumna, 505 East Ridgewood Street Winter Park Community Center. For more informa- to reserve your spot, please call 407-303-1700. located at 644 W. Princeton St. Anyone who has tion please call 407-671-9599. try some of SJCS’s school year ac- Dr. Pardis Sabeti from the class of BLUE Orlando, FL 32803 worked in education is invited to attend. For more RIBBON March 20-23 Park Avenue Sidewalk Sale – During retail tivities: Soccer, KidzArt, Karate and 1993, was featured in advertising information please visit www.ocrea-fl.org, or call Every Thursday Walk With A Doc – Enjoy a rejuvenating campaign, this one for Apple. She SCHOOL 407-677-0446. shopping hours along Park Avenue. For more infor- Jr. Jazzercise. The week winds down stjcs.com 30-minute walk with Florida Hospital physicians. This mation please visit www.winterpark.org. on Friday with Computer Play Day: was highlighted for the year 2009 free event is held at 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Crosby March 7 A Pair To Remember 2014 - 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. learn how to use the computer and in a timeline celebrating 30 years of YMCA. For more information, or to reserve your March 21-23 55th Winter Park Art Festival – 9:00 a.m. to at The Mall at Millenia. Ninety-three cents of every spot, please call 407-303-1700. play educational games. Some spe- the Macintosh computer: “Harvard dollar given to Easter Seals of Florida goes to support 6:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday along Park Ave. in Central cial Fridays on the calendar include faculty member Dr. Pardis Sabeti is the non-profit’s programs and services. For more infor- Every Friday Friday Nights at the Morse – 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Park. www.cityofwinterpark.org. June 6th, Phillip and Henry Magic known for her computational ap- mation please visit www.fl.easterseals.com. the Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art Show; and June 13 is extra lucky proach to studying evolution. She located at 445 N. Park Ave. Complimentary admis- March 8 Smile Mile - 8:00 a.m. at Orlando Fashion Square. April 3 Winter Park Public Library hosts Garden Talks with sion is offered to the galleries and features live music – Noon to 1:00 this year with Fathers’ Day Lunch. developed a tool on her Mac to de- This event is a timed one-mile children’s race to open Stephen and Kristen Pategast of Hortus Oasis (second Friday of each month), art demonstrations p.m. (bring lunch). This month: Garden Tours at Hor- We love our Dads and Granddads. termine if certain genes were the to all elementary age students between the age of and special tours. For more information please call tus Oasis. $5 per session. Register online http://wppl. five and eleven. Every child entered will receive a t- Come and celebrate your day! result of natural selection. Then she A Catholic Community 407-645-5311 or visit www.morsemuseum.org org/ or call 407-623-3279. shirt and a finisher medal. Proceeds benefit the Track BOLD
Theatre UCF and Orlando Shakespeare Theater worked for two years to premiere “The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby,” a 6 ½-hour play and one of only a handful of professional “Nickleby” shows in the U.S. since 1980.
To learn more, visit pegasus.ucf.edu.