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The Village Journal
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H a i l e
P l a n t a t i o n
The Ultimate Community Lifestyle Magazine
Vol. 8 No. 4
2012
Holiday
Gift Guide
Crockpot
Crazy for
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Spotlight
Matt & Tiffany
Thomas
Comes to Heart
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MEN’S
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The Village Journal
Vol. 8 No. 4 | Fall 2012
community
18
Spotlight on Neighbors:
Matt & Tiffany Thomas
24
A New Salon Experience in
Haile Village Center
27
Love for PACE
32
Art Gallery Comes to
Heart of Haile
36
Industry Insider:
Posture and Pain
lifestyle
18
24
38
Carving Out History
41
2012 Holiday Gift Guide
50
Men’s Fashion Takes Flight
health & fitness
56
Protein Packed Snacks
59
Tempo Change Ab Routine
41
contents |7
contents
The Village Journal
60
home
60
Tricks of the Trade: 5 Tips
for Planning a Holiday Party
money
72
66 Celebrating Christmas
Without the Financial
Hangover
food
68 Crockpot Crazy
for Tailgating
travel
72 Destination: Sanibel
& Captiva Islands
68
in every issue
10
Editor’s Note
12Contributors
14
The Haile Village Center Directory
16
Publix Market Square Directory
62
Market Watch
64
Real Estate Map
76
Calendar of Events
78Snapshots
81
Register of Advertisers
82
From the Kitchen of Dean Cacciatore
on the cover
Thiago Love-Leonor wearing Banana Republic.
Photographed by Rya of RYAPHOTOS.
8 | TheVillageJournal.com
When you visit
Tioga Town Center
you’ll get authentic
New York pastrami,
potato salad, world
famous Carnegie Deli
cheesecake
…and Dave.
Sure, the picturesque storefronts, coffee shop,
boutiques, restaurants, world-class fitness
center and bakery make Tioga Town
Center a prime
shopping and
TTC Ad New
business destination.
But it’s more than that here
— It’s the people who make Tioga
Town Center an experience like no other in
Gainesville. It’s people like Dave Anders and his
staff at Dave’s New York Deli, customizing your
Philly cheesesteak so it’s just the way you like it,
who will make Tioga Town Center your favorite
place to visit.
So come on out! Take a stroll around and talk to
the people who will make Tioga Town Center
your favorite destination in town.
SW 128th Street
& W. Newberry Rd.
Tioga, Florida 32669
352.331.4000
www.TiogaTownCenter.com
The Village Journal
editor’s note
It’s that time of year again! When we hurdle from one holiday to the next, hopping
from shopping to party to recital, finding room within our tummies to squeeze in
just one more meal, and all while doing the dance of the decoration in our homes.
You guessed it-- “the” holidays.
While it can often seem like there is not enough time to fit in all the fun, the holiday
season undoubtedly provides the special time we spend with our families, friends,
neighbors and colleagues. So amidst the madness and dashing, be sure to cherish the
special moments that will outlast the holidays themselves. And if you happen to be
hosting one of these noted parties, we’ve included tips to pull it off with ease from
pro Keith Watson on p. 60.
Speaking of merriment, don’t miss the well-dressed gents in our menswear fall fashion
guide that will more than do the trick at any upcoming holiday soiree (p.50). Below
are a few snapshots we captured of the men in action during photo shoot!
From our Village Journal family to yours…Cheers! We wish you health and happiness
this holiday season.
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When you visit Tioga
Town Center, you’ll
get trend-setting
style, a family friendly
shopping experience
…and Andrea
& Thiago.
Sure, the picturesque storefronts,
coffee shop, boutiques,
restaurants, world-class fitness
center and bakery make
Tioga Town Center a prime
shopping destination.
But it’s more than that
here – It’s the people who
make Tioga Town Center
an experience like no other
in Gainesville. It’s people like
Andrea & Thiago Love-Leonor at
The Little Shop, providing a unique
family shopping and playtime experience,
who will make Tioga Town Center your favorite
place to visit.
the people who will make Tioga Town Center your
favorite destination in town.
SW 128th Street
& W. Newberry Rd.
352.331.4000
The Village Journal
contributors
Andrea Love-Leonor owns and operates The
Little Shop, a unique children’s boutique that
carries one of a kind toys, baby gifts and stylish
clothing. Andrea’s zest for life and for what she and
her husband and business partner, Thiago, have
brought to the community can be summed up
by their shop’s motto: ‘be active, be stylish, be
happy.’ Before moving to Gainesville, Andrea spent 10 years living
in New York City and made her professional mark at such notable
companies as Jones Apparel Group, Polo Ralph Lauren and
Tommy Hilfiger.
Britt McGriff, NASM, is a personal trainer at
807 Wellness Group with over 10 years experience,
specializing in speed and agility training, and
weight loss and nutrition coaching. Britt is
passionate about athletics and fitness, having played
football at University of Central Florida
and coached football at Gainesville High School.
Britt was born and raised in Gainesville and has deep roots
within the community.
Art Waters, MA, CSCS, CES, is a personal
trainer at Sweat Life Fitness, Inc. He has always
had an intense passion for exercise, which drives
him to push his clients to do things they never
thought possible. Art works with individuals
with all types of goals, but specializes in sportsspecific, mud run, weight loss, and corrective
exercise training. He is motivated and inspired by his wife and
two young children.
Keith Watson is the President and CEO of
Keith Watson Events, a leading full-service
special events and design production company.
Watson received a BFA degree in theatre from
Birmingham Southern College and has had an
extensive career in the performing arts in New
York City. Watson’s talents as an event designer
and producer have been exhibited at numerous venues across
the country and for a wide variety of notable clients.
Keith Watson Events has a design showroom and seasonal
Christmas shop in Tioga Town Center and a production
studio in Northwest Gainesville.
Publisher:
Ryan Frankel
Editor:
Channing Casey
Account Executive:
Kilty Bryson
Account Coordinator:
Bonnie Rodriguez
Editorial Assistants:
Jeffrey Morris
Giovanna Romaguera
Art Director:
Kevin James
Graphic Design:
Aníbal Rodríguez
Public Relations:
Linda Michalisin
Contributing Writers:
Kylie McKlveen
Jeffrey Morris
C. Nooriel Nolan
Kendal Norris
Bonnie Rodríguez
Photography:
Art of Affection Photography
Maria Vallejo Photography
Rya of RYAPHOTOS
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When you visit Tioga
Town Center you’ll get
exquisite design, the
best entertainment, an
event they’ll never forget
…and Keith.
Sure, the picturesque storefronts, coffee shop,
boutiques, restaurants, world-class fitness center
and bakery make Tioga Town Center a prime
shopping and business destination.
But it’s more than that here — It’s the
people who make Tioga Town
Center an experience like no
other in Gainesville. It’s people
like Keith Watson and his staff
at Keith Watson Events, with a
meticulous attention to detail and
personal service that makes planning
your event a breeze, who will make Tioga Town
Center your favorite place to visit.
the people who will make Tioga Town Center
your favorite destination in town.
SW 128th Street
& W. Newberry Rd.
352.331.4000
The Haile Village Center
directory
architecture
Jennifer Langford, AIA, CNU, PA371-7187
art & photography
Footstone Photography . . . . . 562-3066
Haile Art Gallery . . . . . . . . . . 375-8000
community
Gainesville Community Foundation . .
367-0060
dance
Cameron Dance Center . . . . . 335-7785
dining
Cacciatore Pizza . . . . . . . . .
Haile Village Bistro . . . . . . . .
Limerock Road . . . . . . . . . .
Sisters Restaurant . . . . . . . . .
692-0701
378-0721
240-6228
379-0281
South Garden . . . . . . . . . . . .
Patticakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Queens Arms Pub . . . . . . . .
The Goody Basket . . . . . . .
378-8776
376-1332
378-0721
376-2600
education
Abacus Learning Center . . . . 376-1492
event services
Cacciatore Catering . . . . . . . . 692-0701
Olive You Eat Well . . . . . . . 379-0281
Plantation Hall . . . . . . . . . . . 371-1600
financial
American Optimal Advisors . 505-5632
AdvantaIRA Trust, LLC . . . . . 378-7833
Halloway Wealth Management337-8177
Markey Wealth Management . 338-1560
SunTrust Bank . . . . . . . . . . . 375-6868
Tillman Hartley, LLC . . . . . . . 335-9015
fitness
Sweat Life Fitness . . . . . . . . . 692-4926
furnishings & gifts
Marianne Coveney European
Essentials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335-4290
The Goody Basket . . . . . . . 376-2600
The Perfect Gift . . . . . . . . . . 375-8000
health & beauty
Haile Barber Shop . . . . . . . .
Haile Village Body Work . . .
Hang Ten Nail Design . . . . .
Ideal Weight Management . .
Salon PhD . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Serendipity Spa & Salon . . .
Skin Therapy by Connie . . . .
374-2005
372-6550
331-5545
327-4120
338-1011
378-9088
226-0793
home improvements
TPG Granite & Cabinetry . . . 375-8000
jewelry
Sander’s Jewelers . . . . . . . . . 331-6100
The Village Jeweler . . . . . . . 338-0015
Abazias Diamonds, Inc . . . . 264-9940
legal
C. David Coffey, P.A. . . . . . . 335-8442
Fisher, Butts, Sechrest, Warner & Palmer,
P.A.
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 373-5922
Law Offices of Steven Kalishman376-8600
Mark J. Fraser, Attorney at Law367-0444
Steve Warm, Attorney at Law 373-8279
Niesen, Price, Worthy, Campo, Frasier &
Blakey, P.A.
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . ………… 373-9031
White & Crouch, P.A. . . . . . . 372-1011
medical
Benet Clinical Assessment . . . 375-2545
Burnell Acupuncture . . . . . . . 367-0900
Galvan Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327-3561
Haile Endodontics . . . . . . . . 374-2999
Haile Medical Group . . . . . . 367-9602
Haile Plantation Family Dental375-6116
Haile Plantation Family Medicine (UF)2650944
Haile Village Bodywork . . . . 372-6550
Infectious Disease Consultants375-0008
Kids Only Dental . . . . . . . . . 335-7777
Lori Libert Physical Therapy . 222-1583
Linda Goodwin, PhD, LMHC, Counselor3730030
Speech & Language Center at Haile
Plantation
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284-3323
The Haile Psychiatry & Psychotherapy
Group
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337-0551
UF&Shands PRC at Haile . . . 265-0944
pet care
Haile’s Angels Pet Rescue . . 262-4232
Haile Plantation Animal Clinic377-6003
Shampoodles by Jan . . . . . . . 336-7236
Sweet Paws Bakery . . . . . . . 264-8995
real estate
Bosshardt Realty . . . . . . . . . . 478-4255
Coldwell Banker, M.M. Parrish Realtors
335-4999
Haile Plantation Sales & Information
Center
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335-4999
Thomas Group Realty . . . . . . 226-8228
title & insurance
New York Life . . . . . . . . . . . 379-8171
Weston Arnold Insurance . . . 333-9440
Aguirre Orthodontics . . . . . . 378-2545
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SW 24TH AVE.
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SW 25TH RD.
SW
dining
On the Spot . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332-9494
medical
Archer Dental . . . . . . . . . . . . 331-4731
Haile Market Therapy &
Behavioral Medicine . . . . . . . 331-0020
Kinetix Physical Therapy . . . 505-6665
The Acupuncture Center of North Florida
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331-0020
pharmacy
Publix Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . 331-1086
eyewear
Alligator Island Optical . . . . . 332-9028
shopping
Haile Jewelry & Loans . . . . . 333-1905
Talking Walls 2 Art & Framing333-7225
financial
Florida Credit Union . . . . . . . 377-4141
Wells Fargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331-8239
spirits
The Spirit Shoppe . . . . . . . . . 331-7274
grocery
Publix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331-1037
insurance
Bo Greene Insurance Agency 333-1123
Haile Mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331-4447
Alligator Island Optical . . . . . 332-9028
331-1522
333-6185
331-6620
332-1707
505-3352
dry cleaning
Brightway Insurance . . . . . .
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mailing service
Great Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331-1005
Venus Nail Spa . . . . . . . . . . . 331-3878
Bamboos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
I Love NY Pizza . . . . . . . . . .
O!O Tapas & Tinis . . . . . . .
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Cornell & Associates, Your Real
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Tommy Williams Homes . . . . 331-8180
Viking Construction . . . . . . 333 - 9333
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HAILE
PLANTATION
on neighbors
Thomas
Matt and Tiffany
by Kendal Norris | Rya of RYAPHOTOS
Upon that moment of entry, life becomes full of transitions: from
infancy to adulthood, from single to married, from married to family,
from school to job, from renting to home ownership. Most of us
are lucky enough to have aid along the way in the form of parents,
teachers, counselors, co-workers and friends. We never really outgrow
the need for assistance, even when faced with the various demands of
change that life presents.
Matt and Tiffany Thomas happen to be skilled at transition, and they
use that attribute when assisting others in various areas of real estate.
A native of Leesburg, Florida, Matt finished high school there and
moved to Gainesville to attend Santa Fe College. After transferring
and studying Civil Engineering at the University of Central Florida,
he returned to Gainesville in 2005 to join his father, John Thomas,
at a local real estate firm. As Matt said, “Dad thought it would be a
good idea to get some work experience in this field, and Gainesville
was always a kind of second home to me.”
Choosing that particular career path was also
fortunate because Matt met Tiffany Davis, his
future wife, while participating in initial real
estate training. Tiffany was born in Arizona to
a military family, but has been a Gainesville
resident since fourth grade and attended Eastside
High School’s I.B. (International Baccalaureate)
Program. From there she earned a soccer
scholarship to the University of West Florida in
Pensacola and graduated in 2004 with a degree
in Communications. She added, “I stayed in
Pensacola for a while after graduation, working
in advertising sales for a cable company. But I
could see that it wasn’t a long-term job and I
missed Gainesville and my family, so I decided
to return home.”
As it happened, Tiffany’s mother, Lore Davis,
was also an agent with the same realty company
as Matt’s father. “When I met Matt’s dad and
mom,” Tiffany remembered, “they mentioned
they had a son they’d like me to meet, and the
rest is history. Let it not be said that ‘arranged
marriages’ are a thing of the past!” After their
initial encounter in class in January 2006, Matt
and Tiffany started dating and married in August
of the same year. Tiffany added, “After we got
our real estate licenses, we started working
together immediately, even carpooling and
going on joint appointments. We shared the
same strong work ethic and kept the dream
alive of one day having our own business.”
Along the way toward realizing that
dream, Matt and Tiffany had two lovely
daughters, Madelyn (Maddie), age 3
and Lillian (Lily), age 1 ½. Tiffany
took some time off while they were
starting their family. Just over
a year ago she resumed her
career, joining Tommy
Williams Homes. “I get
to work in the model
home very close to
where we live
and I really enjoy being involved in the field of
new construction. Matt and I also thought it was
a good idea to diversify our careers somewhat,
given the recent fluctuations in the economy,”
Tiffany noted.
Matt made another transition in January of this
year to form Thomas Group Realty, located
in Haile Village Center. He commented, “It
was time to branch out and create the kind of
boutique real estate firm my family and I had
always talked about. So now my dad, John
Thomas, my brother-in-law, Eric Davis and my
mother-in-law, Lore Davis all work together.
Four other highly qualified and gifted agents are
part of a team that serves all of Alachua County,
but concentrates largely on Haile Plantation and
southwest Gainesville.”
The realty team that makes up this familybased firm crosses both the age and gender
lines through multi-generational and male and
female brokers. Matt added, “I’ve been mentored
by my dad for a long while and have learned
the importance of a ‘hands-on’ approach to
dealing with clients. Everyone in the office helps
everyone else in a non-competitive way. We
actually do work together like a family, sharing
expertise and information. And it’s the clients
who end up benefitting from this type
of approach.”
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spotlight
HAILE
PLANTATION
on neighbors
Both Matt and Tiffany see an upward trend of
local growth in the real estate business. Tiffany
noted, “In the past year I’ve noticed more
full-time realtors in the field than the part-time
ones who were more prevalent when the market
was at its lowest point. Where I’m working (in
new construction), there are more buyers than
properties available right now.” Matt is more
cautiously optimistic, but said, “Our firm is
looking to expand as well, but we’re focused on
finding professionals with similar values and
a strong work ethic. It’s important to stay in
harmony as a small firm and for us to be on the
same page in terms of commitment to service.
A transition that involves buying and selling
a home is a big emotional, as well as financial
investment. Staying in tune with that, being
patient, and finding solutions to problems is part
of our job.”
Taking needed breaks from their busy careers,
Matt and Tiffany like to treat their daughters on
Friday evenings to pizza and playground time
in the Haile Village Center. The girls love to
swim at their community pool. The Thomas’s
attend Trinity Methodist Church in northwest
Gainesville, where Matt’s parents are also
members. Matt said, “When we have free time,
we like to vacation with our families in different
spots – like going to the mountains in north
Georgia with my family and to Crescent Beach
with Tiffany’s family.”
Just kicking back with neighbors and friends
is also part of their routine because as Tiffany
noted, “There’s a great bunch of young families
living all around us that we like to spend time
with. We live a very active, family-based lifestyle,
although our individual sports activities have
to take a backseat to raising our daughters right
now.” She added with a laugh, “Things like
basketball, football, baseball and soccer will
always be there later.”
As for the newly-launched joint venture of
owning their own business, Matt and Tiffany
couldn’t be happier. Tiffany stated, “I’m so proud
of Matt. As a manager, he is taking on a big
role and making it look easy. His commitment
and dedication are paying off in so many ways.”
As for the parental matchmaking that brought
them together, that trend is continuing. Matt
said, “Recently I sold a house to a young lady
named Nicole. When Tiffany met her parents at
an inspection, she mentioned that her brother
Eric was also single. Guess what? Now the two
of them are married! Maybe we should have a
company motto that goes something like: ‘Buy
a house, get a spouse.’” Then he added with a
chuckle, “On second thought, that might scare
away the guys …”
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Benefitting the
Saturday, September 29, 2012
The Sebastian Ferrero Foundation’s annual
fundraising event Noche de Gala has
become a standalone event, unsurpassed
in our region. At this year’s sold out
event, Noche de Gala guests enjoyed
electrifying entertainment by Team
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illusionist Simon Winthrop, a silent auction
featuring unique and extraordinary items,
a Champion Paso Fino horse show, a
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A New Salon Experience
in Haile Village Center
by C. Nooriel Nolan | RYA of PHOTOS
T
here’s a new kind of spa in the
Haile Village Center, but residents
shouldn’t make any assumptions –
this business is working to provide a unique
spa experience…one for the whole family.
The Haile Village Spa & Salon announced
its grand opening on September 8th, and
while it will feature anticipated luxuries like
Swedish massage, botanical facials, natural nail
manicures, pedicures, hair services, makeup
and other typical spa and salon services, it
also aims to provide much more than simply
a “ladies day out.” By offering a wide range of
therapeutic services like Sports Maintenance
massage, Neuro-Sensitive Body Repair, Infant
& Pediatric massage, as well as an array of
products for men and women of all ages,
they have taken the spa in a new direction.
The key to this new direction is Katelyn
Vilardell, Spa Director for the Haile Village
Spa & Salon. Katelyn obtained a degree in
Orthopedic Massage and Neuromuscular
Therapy and created spinal grafts before taking
on the challenge of bringing medical healing
to the spa experience. Orthopedic massage is
a type of massage therapy that focuses on the
musculoskeletal system, utilizing a wide range
of bodywork to normalize the soft tissues of
the body and realign your posture to restore
structural balance to the body. Katelyn has
utilized orthopedic massage to treat MD and
chiropractic patients for the past five years as
a contracted massage therapist and nationally
certified fitness trainer. The spas future
intention is to accept medical insurance for
both massage and Acupunture clientele, and
offer parternships to local medical offices, fitness
centers and even dentists for specialized work
such as TJMD and post-surgery recovery.
Katelyn has brought this healing expertise to
the spa environment and is excited about her
new venture. “I like a challenge,” Katelyn says.
“When I go for something, I go 600 percent.”
She is proud of the work she has put into
the business, including selecting the types of
products and services that will be provided,
and hiring only experienced specialists who are
dedicated to performing these beneficial services.
Her goal is to create an environment that will
foster the clients’ overall health, not just pamper
them for a day, and it’s evident through several of
the services they provide. “We offer trademarked
services that you can’t get in other spas,” Katelyn
explains. This is just part of the exclusive slant
Haile Village Spa & Salon is aiming for.
Her background clearly inspired sports and
pediatric massages, but these aren’t the only
atypical spa services Katelyn has incorporated.
Working on postural issues through therapeutic
massage is particularly important to her. “Posture
plays a huge role in overall health, especially as
you get older,” she says. According to Katelyn,
prolonged poor posture can even cause scarring
of tissues. For example, if someone is overweight,
causing folds in the neck or waistline, the creases
in the skin can actually become scarring of the
soft tissue. To address this scarring, the Haile
Village Spa & Salon offers their trademarked
Body Contouring Massage that works to stretch
the skin and eradicate deep set lines in neck,
legs, back and waistline. “In addition to this
service, we offer two wrap services that reduce
cellulite, smooth out the skin, create inch loss in
fatty areas, detoxify the fatty tissue and help your
body to metabolize the fat,” Katelyn explains.
Lypossage™ is another of their trademarked
services, a massage technique designed to
reduce cellulite, tone muscles and firm sagging
tissue. By eliminating stalled lymphatic fluid
between body tissues and organs and breaking
up adhesions under the skin, the appearance of
dimpled skin or cellulite is often reduced. This
manual therapy has proven studies showing
inch loss which is why it is often referred to
as the “all natural answer to liposuction.”
Men are generally not the primary demographic
for most spas, yet there are many products
and services at Haile Village Spa & Salon
designed to change this standard. There is a
Gentlemen’s Menu that includes a massage
called ‘The Outdoorsman,’ which helps to
improve manual dexterity for individuals
using fine motor skills in their careers such as
surgeons, law enforcement or musicians, or
hobbies such as archery, sport fishing and in
the use of firearms. The Spa also carries three
product lines exclusively for men as their needs,
such as a 30% thicker scalp, tend to differ
from women’s. There are products aimed to
help thinning hair, anti-Jet-lag cream for the
travelling business man, construction paste to
tame men’s hair, and an exquisite cologne.
Of course, it wouldn’t be a spa without
beauty products and supplements, and Haile
Village Spa & Salon strives to provide only
the best. This means they use products that
are organically based and have a track record
of success. While some of the products make
amazing claims —“repairs hair up to 86% in
a single treatment” or “boosts collagen up to
60% in a single treatment,”— the spa stands
behind them and guarantees they have all
been tested to ensure they work prior to ever
reaching the spas shelves. Their supplements are
some of the most body soluble on the market,
and are getting extremely positive results from
every client who has tried them to date.
The Spa is already being well received in
the Haile community and surrounding
business owners have commented on hearing
patrons praise the new facility. Though they
only recently opened their doors, Katelyn
says business has been great, with positive
feedback and repeat clientele. If things
continue this way, the Haile Village Spa &
Salon is well on its way to becoming another
beloved staple of Haile Village Center.
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Love FOR PACE
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O
n the evening of September 8th, PACE
Center for Girls of Alachua County
hosted its second Love that Dress!
fundraiser, to raise support for the general
operations of the Center. This trademarked
event is not your average fundraiser, and
PACE is not your average school program.
PACE Center for Girls is a school that provides
a safe haven for at-risk girls ages 12-17, who
are not meeting with success in the public
schools and are in need of additional support
and encouragement. Reasons for referral
include school failure, family instability and
conflict, arrest history, victimization and
physical, emotional or mental health issues.
Some girls may just be going through the
naturally rebellious teenage years and are
ignoring rules and becoming defiant, while
other girls may be being bullied at school. The
caring staff at PACE helps guide them back on
track academically, while offering consistent
counseling services, independent living skills and
career preparation. More importantly, PACE
focuses on the potential of each girl, giving
them a voice, teaching them to believe in their
strengths and fostering hope for a better future.
PACE’s goal is to prevent these girls from
dropping out of school or winding up in the
criminal justice system, with little hope of
turning their lives around. Since girls make up
under a third of those in the juvenile justice
system, often it‘s the boys programs that receive
the attention, and the funding. “Girls are often
overlooked,” says Heather Jones, PACE Board
Member, Love That Dress! Committee Chair,
and former Juvenile Justice Division Chief.
“Girls generally victimize themselves —
drugs, alcohol, prostitution [as opposed to
boys who partake in violent crimes] so it’s
easy [for the system] to overlook them. That’s
why gender-specific programs are needed.”
With recent state budget cuts, fundraising for
programs like PACE has become even more
important. However, PACE rallied to create
unique fundraising events that would gain
much-needed attention for their vital cause.
The Lee County PACE Center formed the Love
That Dress event and it was so successful that
the center decided to spread the word to other
PACE centers around the state. Last year, the
Love That Dress! event came to Alachua County.
Love That Dress! is a different type of fundraiser,
one geared towards women. “This event truly
honors the female spirit, which is one of our
PACE Values and Guiding Principles,” said
Executive Director Kathie Southwick. “Women
uniting together can be a very powerful force,
and it is so much fun to look around the room
and see so many women supporting a good
cause and having fun at the same time.” From
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beginning to end, the process encourages
women to come together in support of young
girls desperately needing a path to success.
The first step is the collection parties. Women
of the community are encouraged to host
collection parties, either at home or within
their business, where friends, neighbors and
coworkers can donate new or gently used
dresses, pants, shirts, purses, belts, shoes, jewelry,
and similar items to the cause. A PACE board
member attends the collection party, speaking to
guests about the PACE Center and gathers and
transports the collected items after the event.
The second step is organizing the donations.
Clothing from the various collection parties
is brought to a central location to be sorted
and tagged with price tags according to
brand and amount of wear, ranging from
$1 to $40, with the majority being $5. This
becomes the merchandise for the final event.
This year’s central location, or work “hub,” was
Emerge beauty salon provided by salon owner
and PACE Board member Tammy Prince.
The Love That Dress! Committee spent hours
sorting the items to create sections like Gator
Gear, Little Black Dress and Children’s clothing.
When the day of the event finally arrived, the
Love That Dress! Committee and volunteers set
up the merchandise at the dance hall of the City
of Gainesville Alachua County Senior Recreation
Center, displaying them on department store
quality racks. A line of dressing rooms was set
up along the back wall — partitions draped
with brown satin curtains. Doors opened for
VIPs at 3pm (for those wanting to pay extra for
early access to the items). For general admission,
the doors opened at 5pm, attendees paying
just $15 ticket online, or $20 at the door, and
the event itself began — complete with wine/
beverage service, silent auctions and music
by DJ Kyle Wilson of TDC Entertainment,
and emcee “Big Stew” of 103.7 The Gator.
Patrons received a discounted shopping
experience, while donating to a worthy cause.
“It’s a wonderful event. It’s lots of work,
but we really enjoy it,” says Kathy Wood,
Development Coordinator at PACE. Kathy
and the PACE board members and volunteers
have been planning the 2012 Love That Dress
event for months, essentially since the end
of last year’s event. Kathy is inspired by the
women she works with and the community
that gets involved. “You feel the spirit from
people, those who want to help,” she says.
Fundraising isn’t new to Kathy, she’s been
doing it for 25 years, nearly three of which
with PACE. “I love it. It’s near and dear to my
heart,” she says. “There are so many people
in the community who want to donate,
want to help, they just need to be asked.”
Her observation definitely applies to September’s
event. The community rallied behind PACE.
The event had roughly 300 tickets purchased,
175 attendees of the event, and raised
$19,000. It’s been a successful fundraiser for
PACE and they will see additional income
after selling leftover merchandise at Valerie’s
Loft, a consignment store, in Alachua.
This success wouldn’t have been possible without
the dedication of so many amazing women,
within the PACE center and without. The
volunteers are so passionate, it’s contagious.
Meshon Rawls, a law professor at UF, has
volunteered with PACE for years, and decided to
get involved with Love that Dress! this year. Her
work with Gator Team Child Juvenile Justice
Clinic is closely tied with PACE. Sometimes
the children within her program utilize the
PACE Center to get back on track. She says
of the event, “It’s been a wonderful evening,
the environment, the cause…you don’t mind
spending when it’s going to a good cause.”
Suzanne Moody, former board member
and current volunteer tries to attend all the
fundraising events for PACE, saying, “I think
PACE does such an excellent job of giving these
girls support and role models to look up to.”
That sentiment was echoed time and time
again. These women value the work being
done by PACE, and are donating their time,
energy, clothing and money to support it.
As Heather Jones says, “PACE emphasizes
building girls up, emotionally, giving them
the opportunity to see themselves as useful,
powerful, and having a positive future.”
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Art
Gallery
Comes to the Heart of Haile
by C. Nooriel Nolan | Maria Vallejo Photography
I
n the heart of Haile Village sits The Perfect
Gift, a store that has provided an eclectic
selection of retail to Haile residents for
eight years. The store bursts at the seams
with all kinds of wares — colorful paintings,
photographs, jewelry, cards, mugs, soaps,
fragrances, magnets and other knickknacks,
and even Lazy Susans made of granite. Much
of these wares are the work of local artists, and
now, some of them will have a new home across
the street within the new Haile Art Gallery.
Sara Landis, owner of The Perfect Gift and new
art gallery, is excited and proud to announce
her latest endeavor. She has delighted in
showcasing many talented local artists in her
store for years and wanted to continue featuring
as many artists as possible. So much so, that
her shop was running over with paintings,
photographs and other artistry. This inspired
her to expand her business and open an art
gallery to accommodate the growing business.
The new gallery will include a variety of
mediums, including paintings, photography,
sculptures and woodwork. Displays will
rotate every four months to feature different
local artists and vary depending upon the
season. The first round of artwork (on
display through December) will include:
• Photographs by John Moran, featuring
beautiful nature scenes. His most recent
piece, two white owls asleep in a tree,
is proudly displayed directly inside the
doors of the new gallery. This peaceful
scene has become his best-selling work.
• Sculptures by Tim Sadler– smooth, stone
vessels that not only please the eye, but beckon
the viewer to touch the Red Alabaster.
• Paintings by Lilliam Pancorbo, Martha
Sharp and Donna Leeward– capturing
Florida landscapes, floating ballerinas, still
life fruit, portraits and other subjects
• Woodworking by J.B. Bennett– exceptionally
crafted maple furniture with turquoise inlay,
and intricately notched disk-shaped carvings.
The Gallery
began generating
interest even
before its grand
opening, which
took place in late
September. Sara
has sold artwork
from the gallery
to patrons of The
Perfect Gift, who
come into the shop, fall in love with an artist’s
work and ask to see more. Sara immediately
took them across the street to the gallery, and
consequently, sold a few pieces on the spot.
This is encouraging to Sara and she hopes
interest will continue to grow. In order to foster
this growth, Sara plans to continue the Friday
night wine garden events and now add Haile
Art Gallery events, creating a night of wine,
cheese, music and art. The Friday events are
often fundraisers for various organizations.
Another
facet of Sara’s
new business
venture was
incorporating a
small show room
into the gallery
space for her
growing granite
and cabinetry
business, which
had seen great success while being sold at The
Perfect Gift. TPG Granite & Cabinetry occupies
a portion of the art gallery, as Sara has joined the
two enterprises in a harmonious way, using the
lobby of the space to showcase a large granitetopped desk and display shelves. Including her
granite business in the gallery made perfect
sense to Sara. “Granite, to me, is like a work of
art,” Sara says. “It’s completely amazing to me
that they pull this out of the ground.” With
natural patterns resembling flecks of light,
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share her sentiment for this organic product.
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Sara’s attention turned to granite three years ago
after completing a home renovation project. She
was so enchanted by the granite adorning her
countertops that she decided to begin selling it in
The Perfect Gift. “I fell in love with granite,” she
says. Thus, she partnered with a granite worker in
Ocala, set up a slab of samples against the back
wall and launched her granite business. Sales took
off as customers discovered the wonders of the
stone’s vibrant colors– Green Marinece, Kashmir
Gold and Sapphire Blue, among others. Bringing
the beauty of granite into peoples’ homes became
one of Sara’s missions. This passion, and the success
she has experienced in this industry, inspired her
to expand her granite and cabinetry business.
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With the help of her Ocala partners – Ted
and Paula Bullard, Sara has been able to share
her love of granite, and create a successful
business in the process. “Ted and Paula help
me tremendously. We are a fantastic team,”
said Sara. Ted is the granite worker, shaping the
pieces that are sold, as well as installing the wood
working for the cabinetry side of the business.
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In taking on several different roles within Haile
Village and offering the work of local artisans,
Sara appears to have grasped what people want.
Using her businesses, Sara’s goal remains to
honor local artistry, in its many forms, and bring
those wares into peoples’ lives. It seems she is
achieving this goal, one medium at a time.
VILLAGE JOURNAL
Industry Insider
Posture & Pain
By Stephen Worrell, SPT & Anthony Cere, PT, DPt, MSE, MTC
Kinetix Physical Therapy
Neck pain and low
back pain are two of
the most common
muscle complaints in
the general population.
Why? What causes
these problems? They
are often related to
poor posture, weak
muscles, work, exercise and using poor
body mechanics when lifting. It seems
sometimes that just waking up and doing
your daily activity causes pain. Although
common, this is no way to live day-in and
day-out. Finding a solution to the pain
may be easier than you think.
Consider your posture — a common
culprit of spine-related pain. Start
simple, how are you sitting right now?
Head forward, shoulders rounded a bit,
somewhat of a hunched appearance?
Most people have poor posture and
most people have neck and low back
pain. Are they related? Yes. MerriamWebster defines posture as “the
position or bearing of the body whether
characteristic or assumed for a special
purpose ”. Now look in the mirror, sit up
tall, chin tucked, shoulders back, and feet
flat on the ground. That’s proper posture.
Many of us spend the day sitting in an
office chair looking at documents on a
computer or files at a desk with poor
posture, which places constant strain
on the spine and surrounding tissues.
A study by Nachemson in Spine1, found
that sitting puts more pressure through
the spine than any other position:
References:
1. Nachemson, A. The Lumbar Spine An Orthopaedic Challenge. Spine. 1976; 1: 59-71.
2.Horton S, Johnson G, Skinner M. Changes in Head and Neck Posture Using an Office
Chair With and Without Lumbar Roll Support. Spine. 2010; 35: E542-E548.
standing, kneeling, lying down, etc. The
study shows that sitting alone is tough
on the spine, but adding in poor posture
makes it even worse. Correcting posture
plays an important role in reducing your
low back or
neck pain.
There are several ways to help maintain
that proper posture throughout those
long work days. A 2010 study in Spine2
shows that using a lumbar support
(pillow or towel roll supporting the
low back) can relieve pain by not only
providing additional back support,
but also by helping to correct neck
alignment. Using a lumbar support
is easy and worth the extra effort.
Correcting your posture, however, is not
always easy at first. It’s a habit that has to
be broken then relearned. Maintaining
proper posture is an endurance event. It
takes time, discipline and self-awareness,
but in the end, it’s worth it.
Carving
Out
His
t
o
ry
Uncovering the Origins of the Jack-O’-Lantern
by Jeffrey Morris
“M
ommy! It’s cold and slimy.
I don’t like it…I don’t
like it at all!” Seeds and
orange gunk leak to all
sides of the countertop, dripping to the floor
with a slight pitter-patter of dread. As the shrill
cries for a paper napkin reverberate throughout
the kitchen, one could easily mistaken a
traditional family moment for a scene out of
the dark confines of a Transylvania castle, as a
monstrous oversized pumpkin spews an orange,
gooey mess over an unsuspecting child.
But this isn’t a creature feature from the
multiplex, and the child is in no danger
whatsoever; it’s merely a staple of October:
the jack-o’-lantern carving. Along with
costume shopping and leaf raking, Fall marks
the beginning of scores of families heading
to their local pumpkin patch to pick that
perfectly round front door decoration. But
what is it that compels us to gather around
the kitchen table and carve faces into these
funky, oversized gourds year after year?
Like many Halloween traditions, the concept
of the jack-o’-lantern is rooted in old Irish
tradition. During the period of the 1840’s,
there was a large influx of Irish immigrants into
many areas in North America, due to the Irish
Potato Famine. Along with the Irish came many
of their original Halloween traditions, which
permeated into the mainstream culture. In
North America, the jack-o’-lantern was originally
used to denote a seasonal change, becoming
a custom of Thanksgiving table displays. It
wasn’t until the 1860’s that the jack-o’-lantern
transitioned into a Halloween tradition.
Early Irish and British versions of
jack-o’-lanterns were actually turnips, not
pumpkins. Americans, finding the pumpkin
gourd a much easier canvas for carving
designs, adopted the pumpkin as the norm
for jack-o’-lantern making. Pumpkins were
also more readily available than turnips.
Although Americans use the modern-day
jack-o’-lantern for decorative purposes, alerting
trick-or-treaters that their house is open for
candy business, the original purpose of the
jack-o’-lantern in European households was to
ward off any evil spirits, particularly the figure
known as “Stingy Jack”. Many cite the old Irish
myth as the start of the jack-o’-lantern
practice. The story goes that Stingy
Jack, a passive, lazy farmer, one day
invited the Devil for a drink at a
local bar. Being as “stingy” as his
name suggested, Jack refused to
pay for the meal and instead
turned the Devil into a coin to
use as profit. Jack tricked the
Devil and decided to keep the
money, a.k.a. “the Devil,” in
his pocket next to a silver cross,
which trapped the Devil inside. Jack did free
the Devil; however, it was under the condition
that the Devil would never claim Jack’s soul.
Another time, Jack yet again bamboozled
the Devil into climbing a tree that Jack carved
a cross into. The Devil was in quite a pickle, as
Jack bargained for protection for another 10
years. Eventually, Jack passed away. As folklore
states, God wouldn’t allow such a despicable
person into Heaven and the Devil refused
Jack’s place in Hell. Jack was sent off into the
endless dark night to wander alone, with only
a burning coal to light his way. To improvise,
Jack placed the bright coal into his turnip,
which he had carved into a lantern of sorts.
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Carving
Out
H i s to ry
Legend has it that Jack still roams the
Earth seeking revenge. The Irish began
referencing “Stingy Jack” as “Jack the
Lantern,” a mischievous creature that would
break into households on Halloween. Thus,
the jack-o’-lantern became a symbol of
protection from the evil spirit of “Jack”.
This Halloween, when you’re preparing
your well-lit pumpkin, adding that final touch
to your doorstep, remember the traditions
that have been passed down for generations.
Knowing the origins of our pumpkin carving
tradition just makes that icky mess in the
kitchen all the more worthwhile.
Carving Tips :
• Draw your design first using
a water-based marker
• Always carve away from yourself
• When carving, always keep a portion
of the knife blade in the pumpkin
and use slow, steady strokes
• Cut the lid at an angle so the outside
is larger than the inside to prevent
it from falling into the pumpkin
• Start carving in the center and work
your way to the outer areas
• Coat surfaces with
petroleum jelly
or vegetable oil
to prolong
the life of the
pumpkin
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gadget
guys & gals
Bowers & Wilkins
Zeppelin Air
Zeppelin Air is the ultimate AirPlay wireless
audio system that allows music to be
streamed wirelessly from your Mac, iPad,
iPhone or iPod touch.
Electronics World, $599
Mophie Pulse™
The Mophie Pulse™ turns your iPod Touch 4th Gen into
the ultimate gaming device with pulse-pounding stereo
sound and bone-shaking game feedback by ViviTouch™
Technology. Mophie.com, $49.95
Looxcie Camera
This revolutionary video camera
system records instant moments
in real-time with a simple press of
a button. It resembles a Bluetooth
headset and is strapped over
one’s ear for recording purposes,
and can even send videos to your
Smartphone. Firebox.com, $200
Mahagonny
iPhone Skin
Made from 100% Mahogany and hand-crafted
in Elkhart, Indiana, this one-of-a-kind iPhone
skin has a natural smooth feel. To make it extra
special, kick things up a notch with a custom
laser cut engraving. Carved.com, $19
greenie
H O L I DAY
gift
guide
2012
Gypsystyle Bag
These functional and eco-fashionable bags are
constructed from recycled plastics and great for the
farmers market, beach, gym or just about anything.
GoGatorGreen.com, $26.95-$49.95
Recycled Wine Candle
Each candle has been handcrafted from a repurposed
wine bottle, with carefully blended fragrances to mimic
the flavors and aromas found in your favorite wine.
RewinedCandles.com, $28
An ADHD
coach knows
students can…
• Learn to focus their attention
• Take advantage of their learning style
• Improve organizing skills
• Manage time responsibly
“I’m trained to coach students and
adults dealing with the challenges
of ADHD. We work with strategies for
positive change.”
-Helen Kornblum, MA
Eco Book
Terence Conran’s Eco House Book provides
all the details you need to reduce the
environmental impact of your home and
surroundings, from decoration to redesign.
ConranUSA.com, $45
NaturalOrder
coaching & organizing
352.871.4499 or 352.505.0541
©2012 Natural Order Organizing. All rights reserved.
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adventureist
Fatboy® Catch-All Bag
The Eetwie by Fatboy® is the perfect catch-all bag,
made of sturdy material and environmentally-friendly
coatings so it will not get wet or dirty.
FatboyUSA.com, $36
GPS Watch
The Forerunner 10 GPS running watch
from Garmin tracks your distance,
speed/pace and calories, and identifies
your personal records to provide
motivation along the way.
Gainesville Running and
Walking, $129.99
Located in
Tioga Town Center
Jetboil Flash Cooking
System
This all-in-one design combines a burner
and cooking vessel in one compact unit, and
is the safest cooking solution for outdoor,
on-the-go use.
Brasington’s Adventure Outfitters,
$99.95
13005 SW 1st Road, Suite 133 • Newberry, FL 32669
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pet lover
Designer ID Tag
Handcrafted from copper and
sterling silver, the designer tag is
as posh as your pet and can be
personalized with a hand-stamped
message.
Uncommonpaws.com, $59
Brake-fast® Bowl
H O L I DAY
gift
guide
Mutt Lynch Wine
Revolutionary in concept and safe in design,
this bowl is designed to help prevent bloat
and aggressive eating for dogs. Made from
dishwasher safe plastic, the bowl works
with wet or dry food.
Sweet Paws Bakery, $19
Dog lovers and wine enthusiasts unite with
award winning wines celebrating man’s best
friend. Mutt Lynch Winery supports their
namesake with a portion of proceeds donated
to animal rescue organizations.
Earth Pets of Gainesville, $14-$20
Custom Pet
Portrait
Greeting Card
Transform your furry friend
into a work of art! Your
favorite pet photo is all that
is needed to create a one-ofkind canvas masterpiece.
Artpaw.com, prices vary
Blank greeting cards from Michi Design
are transformed from original paintings and
will touch the hearts of pet owners. Printed
on recycled extra heavy matte card stock.
Envelope included.
AlinaKremer.etsy.com, $4/each
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philanthropist
Bryant Park Scarf
FEED Bracelet
With it’s sterling silver leaf supporting relief
in regions affected by natural disaster, this
bracelet from Links of London is a chic way
to support FEED Foundation, which will donate
50 school meals for areas affected by natural
disaster for each purchase.
Bloomingdales.com, $125
Stay warm with a pop of pink!
Purchase during the month of
October and Stella & Dot donates
net proceeds of the pink Bryant
Park scarf to the Noreen Fraser
Foundation, a non-profit dedicated
to raising women’s cancer
research funds and promoting
early detection awareness.
StellaDot.com, $59
Limited Edition Bixie
Slip-On
Music Docking Station & Speaker
Link mobile devices, mp3 players and computers to the combo docking
station and speaker, designed using art inspired by children treated at St.
Jude. All profits go directly to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, a facility
on the forefront of treating children with life-threatening and terminal cancer.
Giftshop.stjude.org, $35
Krochet Kids and Vans collaborated to create a
limited edition crochet slip on shoe that helps
provide jobs, skills training and mentorship to
women in developing countries.
Nordstrom.com, $59.95
Glassybaby Votives
Whether you create a unique bouquet
or choose a pre-selected set of these
handmade votives, every Glassybaby
gives back to those in need. Glassybaby
has donated nearly $970,000 to
charities since 2003. (shown: Mistletoe,
Hope, True Love, Windowpane, Gem and
Rudolph)
Glassybaby.com, $44 each
foodie
Pastificio Faella Pasta
H O L I DAY
gift
guide
Artisanal Italian pasta from Gragnano is at
its best, with outstanding texture and flavor
achieved through simplicity and the stellar
quality of the wheats.
Gustiamo.com, $8
Live Maine Lobsters
Fresh Maine lobster from Hawkes
Lobster in Cundy’s Harbor ships directly
to your door as soon as it comes off the
boat. Lobsters are 1.25 lbs each.
Hancockgourmetlobster.com,
$68-$165
I Am For the chIld
You can change
a child’s life and
give them hope!
Momofuku
Milk Bar
Cookbook
Advocate for a child
in the court system
who has been
abused, neglected
or abandoned. A
child taken away
through no fault of
their own, who has
been in 7 homes
and 4 schools in
the past 2 years.
Renowned New York City chef,
Christina Tosi, owner of the
NYC Milk Bar, brings to you
some of her most bizarre and
groundbreaking recipes in
an instructive cookbook. Try
your hand at unique recipes
like Kimchi & Blue Cheese
Croissants or guava sorbet.
Amazon.com, $20
Truffle Peelings
Black summer truffles are great
as ravioli filling and to garnish
meat or poultry dishes.
Gourmetattitude.com, $75
Let a child
know they are
worth having
someone stand
up for them.
Contact 352-548-3823 or
www.gal.alachua.fl.us
Free Classes Starting in October
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Rya Photos
men’s fashion takes flight
into the
blue
The fall season takes off with bold plaids,
blue hues and sophisticated style that
makes for well-dress gentlemen.
Entourage photo shoot
Photography by Rya of RYAPHOTOS
Styled by Andrea Love-Leonor
Makeup by Kara Winslow
Hair by Rachel Cole for Turning Heads Salon
Location: University Air Center
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Protein
Packed
Snacks
By Art Waters, MS, NSCA-CSCS, NASM-CES
Whether you are looking to lose weight, pack on
muscle or simply practice a healthy lifestyle, you should
regularly consume quality protein rich foods. They help
us feel full for longer, regulate our blood sugar, and
provide the building blocks for many cells in our bodies.
Since our lives tend to be busy, it may seem difficult to
regularly prepare traditional foods such as chicken, beef
or fish. The good news is there are many healthy snack
alternatives that provide protein, which take little or no
preparation. Listed below are protein rich snacks that
are good when you are on the go!
Eggs received a bad rap for many years because of
their high level of cholesterol. However, there has been
research that has since suggested that eating 1-2 eggs
per day will not increase your risk of heart disease. Eggs
have 6-7 grams of protein per large egg and contain all
of the essential amino acids required by humans. Eggs
are filled with vitamins including, A (reduces common
eye disorders ), D (important for bone growth), E/
Tocopherol (protects from free-radicals ), B1/Thiamine
(helps convert carbohydrates into energy), B2/Riboflavin
(helps in red blood cell production), B6 (helps your
immune system by creating antibodies), Folate (helps
create new healthy cells), B12 (key in normal functioning
of brain and nervous system, and B5/Pantothenic Acid
(helps break down carbohydrates). Eggs contain many
minerals such as Iron (carrier of oxygen throughout the
body), Phosphorus (helps build strong bones and teeth),
and Selenium (rids the body of free radicals). Prepare
hard-boiled eggs for a transportable snack as follows:
Fill pot with water until it reaches 1 inch above eggs,
boil, once boiling remove immediately from heat, cover
and let sit for 15 min, put eggs in ice water until cooled.
You may consider buying cage-free or free-range eggs.
Greek Yogurt is a thick and rich cousin of
traditional yogurt. It contains 12-20 grams of protein per
serving and is lower in sodium than traditional yogurt.
It is a good source of potassium (needed for nerve
and muscle cells to function properly), calcium (strong
bones and teeth) and live/active cultures (provide good
bacteria for the digestive tract, which helps the immune
system). Be sure to get the non-fat or low-fat versions.
Some brands to consider are Fage, Chobani and Voskos.
String Cheese is very easy to transport and
requires no preparation. Each stick has 6-10 grams of
protein and is a good source of calcium. Look for fat-free
or low-fat cheese.
Cottage Cheese contains casein, a milk protein,
which your body digests at a slower rate than other
proteins so it will make you feel full for longer. It packs
14 grams of protein per ½ cup and is also a good source
of calcium. Individuals looking to add muscle mass
should consider eating a serving before bed because
much of muscle repair occurs during sleep and casein
releases a slow steady dose of protein while your body
is rebuilding. Consider the fat-free and low-fat types.
Nuts, such as raw walnuts and almonds, are a good
non-dairy source of protein (5-8 grams per serving),
omega 3 fatty acids (healthy fats that help keep normal
heart rhythms), fiber (helps lower cholesterol, keeps you
full, cleanses your digestive system), Vitamin E, Plant
sterols (can help lower cholesterol), L-Arganine (helps
the health of your artery walls by making them more
flexible and less prone to blood clots), and manganese
(helps create connective tissue and destroy free
radicals). Be sure to utilize portion control, especially
if you are looking to lose weight because nuts are very
calorically dense.
Legumes, like lentils, garbanzo beans, black beans,
pinto beans, navy beans, etc., are another good nondairy source of protein (6-10grams per ½ cup cooked).
They are high in fiber, low in fat, good source of thiamin,
folate, iron, magnesium (helps keep blood pressure
normal, bones strong and heart in a normal rhythm),
phosphorus, zinc (helps boost immune system), copper
(helps generate hemoglobin-the molecule in red blood
cells that carries oxygen), and manganese. Legumes
can help reduce your cholesterol, which in turn reduces
your chance for heart disease. Also, beans can help
keep your blood sugar in check by facilitating more
insulin receptor sites. They are low cost and easy to
cook in large amounts so you have a snack on hand
when you’re in a rush. Be sure to rinse canned beans to
reduce sodium levels.
Protein Shakes can deliver between 15-30 grams
of protein per serving. There are many different types
of protein powders including whey concentrate, whey
isolate, whey hydrolysate, casein, soy, egg, beef and
hemp. There are some differences between protein
powders such as absorption rates, percentage of protein
per weight, biological immune modulating levels,
source of protein and amount of processing. Look for a
product that doesn’t have artificial sweeteners or many
additives. Vital whey protein is a good option because
the cows, which the whey is derived from, are grass
fed and the whey is minimally processed, which
keeps many of the immune boosting benefits of
the whey in tact.
the market so be conscious of your choices. LARABAR®
contain lower levels of protein at 4-7 grams per bar, but
are very healthy. They only contain original ingredients
such as fruits and nuts and are also a good source of
fiber. CLIF BARs® contain about 10 grams of protein
per bar, are a good source of fiber and contain 23
vitamins and minerals. They are mostly organic, have
no extra chemicals added and include non-gmo soy
(gmo=genetically modified foods, which have been
linked to increased levels of diseases and cancers).
They are rather high in sugar, so consider eating half
at a time if trying to lose weight. Quest Bars® have a
bigger dose of protein at 20g per bar, have only 4 grams
net carbohydrates, are very high in fiber at 18 grams,
and are also gluten free. These bars are a bit pricier and
be aware that some types do contain sucralose.
Milk, both cow’s and soy, provides about 8-9 grams of
protein per cup. Cow’s milk is a good source of calcium,
phosphorus, riboflavin/B2, as well as vitamins D and
A if they are added. Soymilk is a non-dairy alternative
for those that are lactose intolerant or wish to avoid
dairy products. It has a wealth of vitamins and minerals
including manganese and magnesium.
Protein & Energy Bars are very convenient
and transportable. There are many unhealthy bars on
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Tempo Change
Ab Routine
By Britt McGriff, NASM
Reverse Crunch
Movement: Lift legs straight into the air at a 90-degree angle.
etting more out of your workouts does not
Place your hands either next to or under your pelvic bone for
necessarily mean you have to recreate your
support and balance. Using your abs, lift your hips off the floor
exercise routine. By simply changing the tempo of
and return with control, as if a string were attached to your feet
your exercise, you will increase the difficulty and
pulling them to the ceiling.
yield greater results. Using a series of three abdominal exercises
Reps: You will do a total of 30 repetitions. Perform the first 10 reps
with a tempo change, you will be on your way to a having a
at a fast, yet controlled, pace; the second 10 reps at a slow, controlled
solid core.
pace; and your last 10 reps at the fast, controlled pace.
G
To properly perform and get the most out of abdominal or core
exercises, contract your abdominal wall by clenching your core
as tightly as possible. Draw your bellybutton into your spine
and suck in your rib cage. Hold this contraction throughout all
abdominal exercises, and remember to continue to breathe
throughout the exercise.
For optimal results, repeat this series of exercises three times.
Double Crunch/Frog Crunch
Movement: Lift your knees inward while simultaneously
crunching your upper body so your knees and elbows meet in the
middle. Un-crunch to scoop position and repeat.
Reps: You will do a total of 30 repetitions. Perform the first 10
reps at a fast, yet controlled, pace; the second 10 reps at a slow,
controlled pace; and your last 10 reps at the fast, controlled pace.
Bicycle Crunch
Movement: Moving opposite legs and arms, twist your core to
bring your elbow to meet the knee in the middle. Switch to the
opposite leg and arm and repeat.
Reps: You will do a total of 60 repetitions. Perform the first 20
reps at a fast, yet controlled, pace; the second 20 reps at a slow,
controlled pace; and the last 20 reps at your fast, controlled pace.
Photo by RyaPhotos as seen in The Village Journal Summer 2012
The starting position for all of the exercises will be the same —
lie flat on your back, gently rest your hands behind your head,
keeping elbows extended wide and being sure not to pull on
your neck.
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Tricks
of the
TRADE
5Tips
For Planning a
Holiday Party
by Keith Watson
T
here is an art to planning the
perfect party, and the holidays
certainly make for the ultimate
party season. Like with many things
in life, the saying, “practice makes
perfect,” holds true. Whether this
season will be your very first time
hosting a holiday party, or you’re
a seasoned veteran, these tips are
a sure-fire way to make sure both
you and your guests have a fun time
and the party is a success!
1
#
Plan in advance.
Start planning your party, including
the guest list, menu and décor, well in advance.
Revise your list throughout the year so no
one is forgotten. This will not only help with
pre-planning, but it will also help eliminate
anxiety as the event date nears. Invitations
should be sent out no later than three weeks
in advance, which gives guests enough time to
plan accordingly and you time to get an accurate
guest count.
2
#
Enlist the help
of professionals.
Stressed and in a frenzy is no way to host a
party, so don’t think you have to do everything
yourself! Since food is an important part of any
party, decide on a menu and then find a caterer
that fits your taste and budget. If hiring a caterer
is not in your budget, then prepare as many
dishes in advance as possible and try to make
everything self-service. Your time at the party
should not be spent in the kitchen. You are the
host and your guests want to be with you and
enjoy your company.
Since décor plays a big role in the atmosphere of
a party, enlisting the help of a decorator or event
planner will not only make a big impact, but
save you time. While you are busy taking care
of your daily obligations and last minute party
details, the decorators can manage the set-up of
the party. They generally take care of breakdown and clean-up as well, which eliminates the
host being left to tend to a messy home after the
party has come to an end.
Tricks
of the
TRADE
3
#
Play music.
Music is a must! Music adds to the
party atmosphere and helps your guests get into
the party spirit. Create a playlist ahead of time
to play on a central sound system or iPod
speaker and you’ll be set for the night. If you
prefer live music and have hired a band, be sure
to discuss the type of music you want played,
as well as when and how long the musicians
will take a break.
4
#
Start a tradition.
Traditions are a huge part of the holiday
and there’s no reason you shouldn’t create your
own! Whether you make it a tree-trimming
party, a holiday game that becomes a staple of
your soiree, or even something as simple as a
signature drink that you reserve for this festive
time of year, create something your guests will
look forward to year after year.
5
#
Create memories.
Parties are great while they last, but
it’s the memories made during them that will
endure long after. To help your guests remember
the fun times, send them home with something
small, like a personalized ornament, entertaining
dish or photo that will bring back the great times
you shared at your party every time they see it. If
you choose to create a signature drink, consider
creating a recipe card to give to each guest. Be
sure to include your name and date of the party
on any keepsake souvenirs.
Most importantly, be sure you are having fun.
After all, it is a party! If you are having fun at
your event, your guests will feed off of your
energy and are more likely to enjoy themselves
as well.
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Celebrating Christmas
Financial
Hangover
Without the
By Kendal Norris
T
Start a Christmas Savings Fund. Depending
on income, figure out a comfortable percentage
or amount to set aside each month (starting in
January if possible). If you can afford $50, the
annual allocation will be $600; if $100, then the
Christmas kitty will yield $1200.
Make a list. It helps to write down how many
people are getting presents. Then check it twice
and prioritize. If buying a big-ticket item for
someone (such as a computer or large appliance
or television), perhaps it could come from the
entire family or from the pooled funds of a
group of friends.
Create a budget. Determine how much you
want to spend on each person. The amount will
vary according to taste or need or closeness of
family, friends, work colleagues, neighbors, etc.
Stick to the amount within five to ten percent
and keep a record of expenditure as you go. Be
sure to keep receipts in the event something has
to be returned.
When to shop. Although it’s a standing joke
that most men wait until Christmas Eve to buy
their gifts, why not re-pattern and start early –
before the rush? Bargains can be had year-round
and then stored on high closet or garage shelves
(in anonymous brown paper). For the stalwart
of heart who may not mind crowds, go for the
after-Christmas sales on wrapping paper, name
tags, ribbons, candles, cards and tree decorations.
Also try buying and storing non-perishable
canned goods/treats/baking ingredients and
supplies for the holidays well in advance. That
way, Christmas dinner won’t end up costing an
arm and a leg, either.
Where to shop. The new bargain basement of
the shopping world is online – eBay,
Amazon.com, and every manner of retail outlet
known to mankind – as well as consignment
and thrift stores. With that said, don’t count
out your local retailers who will undoubtedly
Visit Gainesville
he words “Christmas” and “budget”
don’t necessarily come to mind at the
same time. But when January credit
card bills arrive, one might wish they
did. Each holiday season, the temptation to
think of plastic as “magic money” is a strong
one. But there are practical and even inventive
ways to side-step the debt trap. Here are a few
tips from experts who understand this potential
dilemma, and who offer valuable advice on how to
enjoy another round of giving – and receiving –
without the financial hangover.
have sales throughout the year. Local antique
stores may also reveal hidden treasures for
that hard-to-please friend who has just about
everything. Outlet malls are another option for
those who like to stick to name brand items
but who appreciate lower than retail costs.
Discount dollar stores are a good source of
holiday decorations at budget prices. Or you can
contribute to your favorite charity by buying
from community stores like Family Treasures
(Children’s Home Society), Junior League and
Haven Hospice Attic thrift shops. And last but
not least, drive around on the weekends and
look for garage/yard/moving sales—you never
know what treasures you may find!
Coupons. The web is also a bountiful resource
for coupons that could save anywhere from 10
to 50 percent or more. Even discount coupons
from big retailers like Eddie Bauer and Lands
End can be found and printed out with a
quick search.
Inexpensive gift ideas. Be creative in your
thinking. Dozens and dozens of gifts cost
under $25 and many can be had for less than
$10. Here are some suggestions: a gift basket
filled with homemade jams, mustards, pickles
or relish; pre-paid gift cards – anything from
a restaurant dinner to cell phone minutes; a
specialty coffee cup filled with colorful pencils or
with candy; gourmet popcorn; a regional or local
cookbook; video rental gift certificate; handmade
bookmarks; calligraphy-style copies of favorite
recipes; a journal with a nice pen included;
basket of gardening supplies; any homemade
dessert – cookies, pies, cupcakes, fudge, or
pralines; gourmet whole-bean or ground coffee
(try some exotic new flavor!); a Christmas song
book; a commemorative tree ornament; specialty
bath items like salts, oils and lotions; anything
hand-sewn or embroidered.
Lastly, through all of the busy-ness of the
holiday season, try to keep spirits high, shopping
experiences joyful, the pace mellow, and
remember what the holiday is truly about—
spending quality time with loved ones and
enjoying the company of friends.
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for
Tailgating
By Bonnie Rodríguez
Gear up for the Gators
at your next tailgate or
party with some delicious
and easy to prepare grub—
all prepared Crockpot style!
1
Chorizo
Queso Dip
A winner every time!
Recipe Yield 16 servings
Ingredients
• 10 ounces bulk chorizo sausage
• 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes
with green chile peppers (such as
RO*TEL®), drained
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream
cheese, cubed
• 1 (8 ounce) package processed
cheese (such as Velveeta®), cubed
Directions
1. Cook and stir chorizo sausage in a
skillet over medium heat until cooked
completely, usually 5 to 7 minutes;
drain and transfer to a slow cooker.
2. Stir diced tomatoes, cream cheese, and
processed cheese in with the chorizo.
3. Cook on Low until cheese is melted,
stirring occasionally, usually 1 1/2 to 2
hours.
4. Serve with tortilla chips of your choice.
2
Buffalo Chicken
Sandwiches
A crowd favorite is always buffalo chicken
sandwiches. These are easy as 1-2-3 and will be
sure to leave tailgaters and party goers happy.
Recipe Yield 6 sandwiches
Ingredients
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast
halves
• 1 (17.5 fluid ounce) bottle buffalo wing
sauce, divided
• 1/2 (1 ounce) package dry ranch salad
dressing mix
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 6 hoagie rolls, split lengthwise
Directions
1. Place the chicken breasts into a slow cooker,
and pour in 3/4 of the wing sauce and the
ranch dressing mix. Cover, and cook on Low
for 6 to 7 hours.
2. Once the chicken has cooked, add the butter,
and shred the meat finely with two forks.
3. Pile the meat onto the hoagie rolls, and splash
with the remaining buffalo wing sauce to
serve.
4. Top with blue cheese or ranch and serve with
celery on the side.
3
Chili Bar
This is an easy one-- big pot of chili in a Crockpot, and smaller bowls of toppings. That way folks
can prepare their chili just the way they like it. For games early in the day, prep before bed and
cook over night.
Recipe Yield 4-6 servings
Ingredients:
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4 tablespoons chili powder
2 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 tablespoon minced onion
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans
Assorted chili toppings:
sour cream
chopped green onions
chopped tomato
shredded cheddar cheese
crushed tortilla chips
oyster crackers
Directions:
1. Mix together seasoning mix.
2. Store in an airtight container in a cool,
dry place.
3. In a skillet, cook ground beef until no
longer pink. Drain.
4. Add onion and 3 tsp of seasoning mix.
5. In Crock-Pot, add tomatoes, tomato
sauce, one can of beans and two more
teaspoons of seasoning mix.
6. Place the other can of beans in a blender
and process until smooth.
7. Add beans and meat to the crock pot.
8. Stir together. Cook on low for 6 to 8
hours.
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Directions
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Tailgating
4
Superheated Cajun
Boiled Peanuts
Nothing scream “the south” quite like some
good ole boiled peanuts. Boil ‘em up and serve
‘em up at your tailgate for a sure-fire good time
and good eats!
1. Place peanuts, crab boil, jalapenos, garlic
powder, salt, Cajun seasoning, and red pepper
flakes into a slow cooker.
2. Pour in water to cover the peanuts and stir to
combine.
3. Cover and cook on low until peanuts are soft,
at least 24 hours.
4. Stir occasionally, and add water as needed to
keep peanuts covered.
5. Drain; serve hot or cold.
Recipe Yield 1 pound
Ingredients
• 1 pound raw peanuts, in shells
• 1 (3 ounce) package dry crab boil (such
as Zatarain’s® Crab and Shrimp Boil)
• 1/2 cup chopped jalapeno peppers
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1/2 cup salt
• 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 1/2 cup red pepper flakes
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Sanibel&
Captiva Islands
by Kylie McKlveen
n the gulf side of southern
Florida, just across the causeway
from Fort Myers, is Sanibel and
Captiva Islands. These treasures of Florida are
linked together by roads that are mostly driven
on by the rubber tires of rented bicycles (or a
bicycle-built-for-two) and have 15 miles of white
sandy beaches sprinkled with some of the best
sea shells a collector could hope for. The pair
of islands is one of the most desirable vacation
destinations, yet the islands aren’t too “touristy”
or tacky– it has its own character, its own charm
and its own small, intimate atmosphere suitable
for a romantic, relaxing time away for a couple.
Not only that, but Sanibel and Captiva Islands are
more than umbrella drinks and long walks on the
beach; it can also be a fun and entertaining spot
for a family with kids of any age.
Reservations for Two
If you have come to Sanibel looking for
tranquility on a tropical island, stay at the
beautiful Casa Ybel Resort. Conde Nast
Traveler has named Casa Ybel Resort “One
of the Best Places to Stay in the World”,
and rightfully so. Casa Ybel prides itself on
maintaining a luxurious property with an
elegant and romantic appeal perfect for a
retreat for two. Though still in the continental
U.S. (and in our Sunshine State), the beautiful
views of the gulf from this beach front resort
seem far away. Sit back and enjoy music by the
pool and an outdoor bar, and the company
you brought with you.
Before you arrive on Sanibel, make dinner
reservations at the Thistle Lodge onsite at Casa
Ybel Resort. This restaurant can accommodate
bigger parties, but the dim lighting, candles
and intimate tables for two (ask for a table by
the windows for a view of the ocean) make
the setting perfect for a date. Also on Sanibel
Island, is Sweet Melissa’s Café where Chef
Melissa Talmage serves fresh seasonal produce,
meat and fish for lunch and dinner. The menu
will make your mouth water with starters like
the Corn Soup (Puree of Corn and Garlic with
Pan-seared Scallop) and delicious entrees like
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perfect for families of all ages and sizes, with
access to the beach and five pools, complete with
a shell-shaped slide. The resort also hosts events
throughout the day for children, teenagers and
adults, and rents bicycles,
jogging strollers, catamarans, sea kayaks and
boogie boards.
the Fish Stew (Shrimp, Scallops, Clams, Mussels,
Fish and Chroizo Sausage in a Tomato Saffron
Broth with Pernod Aoili).
Sanibel and Captiva Islands are a great location
to get lost in. Explore the islands, walk the
beaches for shells, and take in the local wildlife
at the J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife
Refuge. Let a concessionaire (called the Tarpon
Bay Explorers) take you on a guided tram tour
through the mangroves, or walk, bike, drive
or kayak/canoe through the area yourself. The
refuge is known for the abundant bird life,
best spotted in December through March, and
alligators and marine life. Saltwater fishing is
also popular along Wildlife Drive, in Tarpon Bay
and in the backwaters of the refuge.
Fun for the Whole Family
A family beach vacation is as all-American as
apple pie, but a trip to Sanibel and Captiva
Islands promises to be a unique trip that your
family will remember long after you dust the
sand off of your clothes. Stay at the Sundial
Resort which has one-, two- and three-bedroom
accommodations with private full kitchens,
Outside of the Sundial Resort, the island is
yours for the taking. Rent bicycles from Billy’s
Rentals and pedal from one end of the island to
the other, stopping only for a Dilly Bar at Dairy
Queen, which is one of two fast food restaurants
permitted on the islands and has taken on the
feel of a novelty. Billy’s Rentals also has specialty
bikes for rent including bicycles built for two, or
two- or four-person surreys which are fun
for families.
When the sun starts to set, make your way to
The Mucky Duck, a popular spot on Captiva
Island where you won’t mind the wait – enjoy a
cold drink with the adults on picnic tables while
the children play on the beach. Some nights
there is live music, and there is always a fun,
casual atmosphere that is kid and family-friendly.
Make sure that you
also spend an evening
at The Bubble Room
during your stay.
The restaurant is
bright and colorful
and decorated with
memorabilia from
&
Sanibel
Captiva Islands
the 1930s, ‘40s and ‘50s. Think Christmas, Old
Hollywood and servers dressed in funky hats
and crazy buttons. This restaurant is completely
original and is reminiscent to Disney’s “It’s a
small world” with its themed rooms and happy
decorations. Families love this restaurant for its
atmosphere and the food, especially the desserts.
Finish off the evening with a large– really large–
slice of one of their specialty cakes.
while staring at the sand has been nicknamed
the “Sanibel Stoop.” So take the correct form
in the Sanibel Stoop, and bring part of your
vacation to Sanibel and Captiva Islands back
home with you.
Before you leave Sanibel Island, you
must go shelling. Whether you are on a
personal retreat or with a large group
of family and friends, Sanibel and
Captiva Islands were actually formed
out of shells, and every year the islands
consistently rank as one of the best
places in the world to search for
seashells. A fun fact: so many people
crowd the beaches looking for
shells that shelling in that
familiar hunched stance,
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Young Leaders Society (YLS)
Nonprofit Leadership Boot Camp
Oct 1, Oct 15, Oct 29, Nov 5, 6pm – 8pm
United Way Office 6031 Northwest 1st Place
www.unitedwayncfl.org
Title Town Hoedown, BBQ Showdown
Sunday, Oct 14th, 4pm – 8pm
Rembert Farm, Alachua
www.titletownhoedown.org
United Downtown
Friday, Oct 5th, Oct 19th, 6pm-10pm
Downtown Gainesville
www.unitedwayncfl.org
Alachua County PACE Center for Girls
Throw a Girl a Lifeline
Monday, Oct 17th, 12pm
Trinity Methodist Church
352-374-8799
Tioga Town Center Movie Nights: “Smurfs”
Friday, Oct 12th, Begins at dark
Tioga Town Center
www.tiogatowncenter.com/events.php
Haile Village Center Oktoberfest
Friday, Oct 19th, 5 – 11pm
www.hvcoa.com
31st Annual Downtown Festival & Art Show
Saturday, Oct 13th – Sunday, Oct 14th
Downtown Gainesville
www.gvlculturalaffairs.org
Tioga Town Center Fall Concert Series:
Foggy Creek Band
Friday, Oct 19th, 7pm – 10pm
Tioga Town Center
Kickoff to a Cure Tailgate 2012
Saturday, Oct 13th
Touchdown Terrace
www.cfftailgate.com
Gainesville’s 6th Annual
Mental Health Awareness Walk
Saturday, Oct 13th, 10am – 2pm
Westside Park
www.namigainesville.org
Stargazing at Dudley Farm
Saturday, Oct 20th, 7pm
Dudley Farm Historic State Park
www.floridastateparks.org/thingstodo/events.cfm
Fairytale Wedding Show
Sunday, Oct 21st, 4pm - 8pm
University Air Center, Gainesville, FL
studio352events.com/fairytale/index.html
5th Annual Fitness Extravaganza
Saturday, Oct 13th,10am - 2pm
352-505-6665
Sun Country Sports Center’s Howl-o-Palooza
Saturday, Oct 21st, 3pm - 6pm
Sun Country Sports Center - West
www.suncountrysports.com
ButterflyFest
Saturday, Oct 13th – Sunday, Oct 14th, 10am – 5pm
Florida Museum of Natural History
www.flmnh.ufl.edu
Mark Gaignard and The Bar Stool Prophets
Friday, Oct 26th, 7pm – 10pm
Tioga Town Center
Kanapaha Botanical Gardens
Orchid Show and Fall Plant Sale
Saturday, Oct 13th – Sunday, Oct 14th, 9am – 5pm
www.kanapaha.org/calendar.htm
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Saturday, Oct 27th – Wednesday, Oct 31st, hours vary
430-B North Main Street
www.folacld.org
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8th Annual Florida Bat Festival
Saturday, Oct 27th, 10am
Lubee Bat Conservancy
www.batconservancy.org/index.php/bat-festival
Kanapaha Botanical Gardens Guided Tour
Saturday, Nov 3rd, 10am
www.kanapaha.org/calendar
Tioga Town Center Movie Nights: “Elf”
Friday, Nov 9th, Begins at dark
Tioga Town Center
Nino Castaneda
Friday, Nov 30th, 7pm – 10pm
Tioga Town Center
Annual Sugar Cane Boil Festival
Saturday, Dec 1st , 9am – 3pm
Dudley Farm Historic State Park
352-472-1142 | www.friendsofdudleyfarm.org
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Emergencies:
• Emergency: 911
• Gainesville Police: 352-334-2400
• Gainesville Fire Rescue: 352-334-5078
• Alachua County Sheriff’s Office: 352-367-4000
• Animal Services & Animal Control: 352-264-6870
• Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222
Haile Community:
• Haile Community Management: 352-335-7848
• Plantation Hall: 352-371-1600
• Haile Community News Submission: 352-331-5560
Getting Started:
• Alachua County Visitors Bureau: 352-374-5231
• Gainesville Chamber of Commerce: 352-334-7100
• Driver’s License Bureau: 352-955-2111
• Gainesville Regional Utilities: 352-334-3434
• Vehicle Registration: 352-374-5236
• Voter Registration: 352-374-5252
• Alachua County Public Schools:
352-995-7300
Kanapaha Botanical Gardens Guided Tour
Saturday, Dec 1st, 10am
www.kanapaha.org/calendar
Holiday Home Tour
benefitting Sebastian Ferrero Foundation
Saturday, Dec 1st, 10am - 7pm
www.sebastianferrero.org
Annual Homestead Holidays
Sunday, Dec 2nd, 12pm – 4pm
Historic Haile Homestead
www.hailehomestead.org
Sounds of the Season
Sunday, Dec 2nd, 7pm
Phillips Center for Performing Arts
352-372-2691 | janetcar@bellsouth.net
Candlelight Visits
Friday, Dec 7th, 6pm – 9pm
Historic Haile Homestead
www.hailehomestead.org
Reindeer Run and Light the Village Night
Saturday, Dec 15th, 5pm
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August 25, 2012
Make a Child Smile...
donate a toy today!
Join the Junior League of Gainesville in supporting
children in need during the holiday season. The League’s
annual Miracle on Main Street invites local families to
shop for holiday presents at no cost. Through both
monetary and toy donations from the community, over
500 families were served in 2011.
How you can help:
Donate a toy
Drop off at a collection location by November 25th.
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Make a $50 donation at
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Contact Kate at SponsorABike@gmail.com
The Junior League of Gainesville, Florida, Inc. is an organization of women committed to promoting
voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving communities through the effective action
and leadership of trained volunteers.
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Love that Dress
Sept 8, 2012
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Duck Derby
Sept 16, 2012
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PACE Center for Girls
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RyaPhotos (pg. 49) 328-5918
Saboré (pg. 83) 332-2727
Samant Dental Group
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Sebastian Ferrero Foundation
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Skin Therapy by Connie
(pg. 40) 226-0793
Sun Country Sports Center
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The Little Shop (pg. 80) 505-0466
Thomas Group Realty, LLC
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Tioga Town Center (pg. 9, 11, 13) 331-4000
Turning Heads Salon (pg. 77)
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University Air Center (pg. 75)
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from the kitchen of
Dean Cacciatore
Chicken Picatta
Even though you will see the dish in most Italian Restaurants, Picatta originated in the U.S. My
grandmother use to tell me that it was a fusion between the Milanese style of cutting the chicken
or veal, flattening and then pan frying, with the Sicilian ingredients of lemon and capers. No
matter how it came to be, this dish can be served with any number of condiments from pasta and
polenta, to rice and potatoes.
directions
1. Place chicken between 2 large sheets of plastic wrap. Using meat
mallet or flat side of large kitchen knife, lightly pound chicken to 1/4inch thickness. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper.
2. Mix 1 tablespoon butter and 1 1/2 tablespoons flour in small bowl until
smooth. Place additional flour in shallow baking dish. Dip chicken
into flour to coat; shake off excess.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon oil and 1 table spoon of butter in a heavy large
skillets. Add 2 chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until golden
and cooked through, about 3/4 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a
holding dish.
4. Deglaze the saute pan with wine, lemon juice and broth to boil, then
reduce over medium-high heat. Whisk in butter-flour mixture and boil
until sauce thickens slightly, about 2 minutes.
5. Stir in capers, parsley and remaining 2 tablespoons butter and return
chicken to the pan. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper.
6. Place chicken on serving plate and ladle sauce over with a spoon.
Buon Appetito!
ingredients
Serves: 6 to 8 4 skinless boneless chicken breast
halves
4 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 tablespoons all purpose flour
Additional all purpose flour
1 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup chicken stock or broth
1/4 cup drained capers
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian
flat parsley
salt and pepper
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