November 2014 Vol: 20 No.11 An International Yuletide Extravaganza Experience a world of cheer with unique entertainment celebrating the spirit of the season. Share in the sights and sounds of some of the world’s greatest holiday festivities during Holidays Around the World at Epcot. Amid joyful music and seasonal food favorites, time-honored traditions come alive as costumed performers share their country’s holiday heritage throughout World Showcase. Although subject to change, holiday festivities may include: PAID St. Petersburg, FL Permit No. 1478 American Adventure Share your Christmas wishes with Santa and Mrs. Claus (November 29 – December 24). Discover Hanukkah traditions and experience the spirit of Kwanzaa. Enjoy the Voices of Liberty Dickens Carolers, an outstanding a cappella group that sings a special repertoire of holiday songs. • Canada Follow the Canadian Holiday Voyageurs on a musical tour as you explore seasonal customs of the Great White North. • China Watch the agile Monkey King weave his tall tale with twists and turns celebrating Chinese New Year. • France Discover the magic of Père Noël and the joy of the season through a Christmas letter from a child. • Germany Listen as Helga tells the story of the first Christmas tree and the tale of her first Nutcracker. • Italy Meet the kind-hearted witch La Befana who arrives on the eve of the Epiphany to grant gifts to good children. • Japan Hear the fascinating story of the Daruma doll and the Japanese customs of the New Year. • Mexico Celebrate with Los Tres Reyes Magos, the Three Kings, as they tell of their journey to the Posada and traditions today. • Morocco Join Taarji, a Moroccan drummer, as he reflects on his family’s traditions commemorating Ramadan. • Norway Spend time with Sigrid and learn about Julenissen, the Christmas Gnome. • United Kingdom Share in the vivid stories of Father Christmas, dating back to 15th-century England. PRSRT STD U.S. Postage Postal Patron • Continued On Page 4 Page 2 • Feather Sound News • November 2014 Alternative Investments: One Way to Manage Investment Risk Provided by RBC Wealth Management and Thomas J. Powers Looking for a way to manage portfolio risk? Alternative investments may be a good choice. An alternative investment is loosely defined as an investment in something other than publicly-traded, long-only stocks, bonds or cash. Alternative investments are typically used to enhance the risk-adjusted return of a portfolio that can be achieved through diversifying the portfolio across strategies that maintain low correlation to equity and bond markets; depending on a client’s risk profile this could also be achieved through return-enhancing strategies. The alternative investment world is primarily made up of three buckets: hedge funds, private equity and real assets. Real assets could include things such as real estate, timber or infrastructure. Private equity will typically include private equity funds and venture capital, Hedge funds will provide exposure to investment strategies that typically have less correlation to equity and fixed income markets. This type of investment shares typical characteristics. Every investment has its own share of risk and alternative investments are no exception. But some of the common risk factors include: • Higher fees • Diverse investment structure from registered mutual funds to less regulated structures such as limited partnerships • Valuation risk – the value of the investment will fluctuate • Leverage risk – leverage can cut both ways; in a good year it can enhance returns but it can also magnify losses • Illiquidity risk – getting capital back is driven by the terms of the structure in which you have invested Your unique Goals Deserve equallY unique strateGies No two investors are alike. Which is why I offer personalized strategies and services to help you build, preserve, enjoy and share your wealth. This includes delivering world-class wealth management solutions from a global leader. So you can be well-prepared to achieve what you want financially. Call today for a complimentary consultation. Powers & Cebuhar Investment GrouP 100 2nd Ave. S, Suite 800 St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 502-3656 | (866) 201-5502 www.powerscebuharinvestmentgroup.com Because of these characteristics, due diligence is required before buying alternative investments. Alternative investments as part of a portfolio During the 2008 stock market plunge, many investors watched the value of their securities decline and their overall portfolio value shrink. A way to hedge against this is through asset diversification. There are a number of ways investors can diversify a portfolio. Risk can be reduced by owning stocks from different sectors, bonds from different issuers with different credit ratings and maturities, or a variety of both equity and fixed income investments. There’s Wealth in Our Approach.™ © 2014 RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, Adding alternative investments to a portfolio is another way investors could reduce risk Member NYSE/FINRA/SIPC. exposure. These investments are known as “non-correlated asset classes” meaning they are less likely to suffer the ups and downs of the stock, bond and cash markets. By losing less value as compared to a volatile benchmark, an investment may recover faster and grow more quickly even if the growth rate is lower. For example, since 1990, the HFRI Fund Weighted Composite Index aggregating the performance of hedge funds captured about 50% of the upside and about 25% of the 14-HO-239_4x6.75 c Ad.indd 1 10/22/14 10:33 AM downside of the S&P 500 Index returns. Yet hedge funds as a whole as represented by the HFRI Fund Weighted Composite Index benchmark still outperformed the S&P 500 by around 330% in cumulative performance over the same period. Limited downside protection also resulted in a faster recovery from the 2008 market dislocation.* Of course, past performance does not guarantee future results and this example is simply intended to highlight a strategic concept. In the very same way that the hedge fund index “gained more by losing less” during periods of volatility (compared with the broader market index), allocating a portion of your stock portfolio to a hedge fund may offer additional diversification to help smooth out the harmful effects that wide-ranging price variations may have over time. Another option for investors may be investing in a mutual fund that holds alternative investments. This provides diversification as well as the professional management associated with any mutual fund. Know the risks and seek advice It is important to understand the risks and considerations of alternative investments before making a purchase. They are subject to different securities industry regulations and due diligence is critical. Because of these considerations, alternative investments are suitable only for investors who meet minimum investment experience and asset level requirements. Seek the advice of a financial professional before making decisions regarding the addition of alternative investments to your portfolio. They can provide guidance about investments that may be appropriate based on your individual circumstances, goals, risk tolerance and liquidity needs. This article is provided by Thomas J. Powers a Financial Advisor at RBC Wealth Management. The information included in this article is not intended to be used as the primary basis for making investment decisions. RBC Wealth Management does not endorse this organization or publication. Consult your investment professional for additional information and guidance. www.feathersoundnews.com We’ve Signed the Pace of Play Pledge • www.tampabay-businesses.com Page 3 • Feather Sound News • November 2014 Grand Opening Celebration Scheduled for Madeira Beach Morning Market Celebration includes ribbon cutting with Mayor Palladeno and City Manager Crawford MADEIRA BEACH, FL: The official grand opening of the MidWeek Madeira Beach Morning Market will be held on November 12 from 9am-2pm and will coincide with the kick-off for the new Mid-Month Sunset Market and Music Festival which debuts November 15, 2014. The Grand Opening will include live music, demonstrations by Vendors, product give-aways, street performances, a ribbon cutting and a Market raffle with prizes including gift certificates and gift baskets. City Manager Shane Crawford, the Mayor Travis Palladeno, the Vice-Mayor Nancy Hodges, Commissioner Pat Shontz and Commissioner Elaine Poe will be also be attending this event. The soft opening for the Morning Market was in May and the City’s first open air fresh and farmer’s Market has been growing in popularity each week in spite of the summer heat. “We opened with a full roster of Vendors when most all of the area’s Markets closed for the Season and we’ve already got a wonderful base of customers that return week after week. And thanks to the awesome support from the City of Madeira Beach, we’ll be adding the new Sunset Market, once each month on a Saturday, beginning in November,” states Market Operations Manager, Laura Garrison. The Mid-Week Madeira Beach Morning Market is open year-round each Wednesday from 9am-2pm and the new Mid-Month Sunset Market and Music Festival will run one Saturday each month from 4pm-9pm in conjunction with the monthly Cornhole Tournament. Both events are located on Madeira Way between Gulf Boulevard and the Tom Stuart Causeway, are free of charge and are family friendly. Leashed pets are welcome. The Sunset Market will also feature a kid’s zone and a 30 foot rock climbing wall. For further information, please visit www.TheBeachMarkets.com www.feathersoundnews.com • www.tampabay-businesses.com Page 4 • Feather Sound News • November 2014 Continued From Page 1 A Holiday Tradition in Sight and Sound Experience holiday magic at this seasonal showcase for Guests of all ages at America Gardens Theatre. Each year, the Candlelight Processional makes its way to Epcot, where the rich sounds of the full orchestra and choir fill the theatre, and a special guest narrator takes the stage. Listen along while the story of the babe in a manger touches your heart as it has for generations— accompanied by warm and inspiring holiday music. In the wintertime, Holidays Around The World transforms Epcot into an international celebration of Yuletide traditions filled with festive decorations and live entertainment. A special event that’s part of the festivities, the processional is a wonderful way to share the magic of the season with your family and friends! For many Guests, the processional has become an essential family tradition. Be sure to check the Times Guide for a complete list of appearances and performance times. Celebrity Narrators Each night, a celebrity narrator tells the biblical tale of a savior born to a virgin in Bethlehem. All the while, gorgeous choral pieces are woven into the production as an orchestra and choir provide an inspirational backdrop with songs of hope and joy. This year, an exciting line-up of celebrities—including a few all-new to the Candlelight Processional—are set to lend their voices, including: • • • • • • • • • • • • • Jodi Benson November 28 and 29, 2014 Neil Patrick Harris November 30 to December 2, 2014 Jonathan Groff (NEW!) December 3 and 4, 2014 Whoopi Goldberg December 5 and 6, 2014 LeVar Burton December 7 to December 9, 2014 Edward James Olmos December 10 to December 11, 2014 Joe Morton December 12 to December 14, 2014 Chita Rivera December 15 to December 17, 2014 Ana Gasteyer (NEW!) December 18 to December 20, 2014 Marlee Matlin December 21 to December 23, 2014 Isabella Rossellini December 24 and 25, 2014 Blair Underwood December 26 and 27, 2014 Steven Curtis Chapman December 28 to December 30, 2014 “Patients’ Choice” in Women’s Health Care V For the hearing impaired, an American Sign Language interpreter translates the legendary account, allowing Guests of all kinds the opportunity to enjoy the event. Show times take place 3 times during each day of the event at 5:00 PM, 6:45 PM and 8:15 PM, except on December 7, 2014 when show times take place at 6:45 PM and 8:15 PM only. Celebrity narrators, dates and other entertainment are subject to change without notice. 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This is a season where companies need to plan ahead and prepare themselves for the fierce competition. With that in mind, creating a fresh holiday campaign that is agreeable with your customers is a sure way to garner the best results for your company. Here are a few ideas that can help your business identify with customers and stand out this holiday season: 1. Know your what your audience is interested in A good way to see what your customers care about this holiday season is by collecting data. Encourage customer feedback through surveys or feedback boxes on your website. Getting customer feedback can improve the content of your holiday campaign and help you develop promotions and specials for your business to offer, based on the data you collected. 2. Create a festive online presence Everyone loves some holiday spirit. Customize your websites interface or social media page to go with the season. Using eye-catching bright colors will complement your holiday content and can help enhance current customer interest as well as attract new ones. 3. Establish exclusive communication By encouraging customers to join an email list you have the ability to engage with your audience on a personal level. It is also beneficial to customize your businesses email marketing lists according to customer interests or sales history. Create compelling product or service related holiday content by sending out E-Cards and by offering promo specials and exclusive discounts. Your emails can also inspire others by establishing a common ground between your business and your customers. Try including some useful information such as holiday tips, gift ideas and shopping lists in order to gain credibility. 4. In the end, the holidays are about positivity It’s important to keep in mind that people want to be part of making a difference during the holidays. Promoting a positive message through your overall campaign will capture your customer’s attention and garner favorable results. Whether it’s via social media or grabbing attention through ads, this is your opportunity to get creative. Try positively appealing to your audience’s emotions. ON THE WEB: PRNewsChannel.com www.feathersoundnews.com • www.tampabay-businesses.com Page 7 • Feather Sound News • November 2014 Growing, Growing, GONE! Dr. Theresa Hartley Harley Chiropractic Center 2653 Ulmerton Road Clearwater, FL 33762 727-623-0992 www.HartleyChiropracticCenter.com Waists keep growing every year and there’s no end in sight. If obesity rates continue on their current trajectories, by 2030, the obesity rate in many states will double. If all states continue on their trajectories, by 2030, 13 states would have adult obesity rates of more than 60%. An additional 39 states, including Florida would have rates topping 50%. And all 50 states could have rates of more than 44% percent. Obesity-related diseases and health-care costs are poised to sky-rocket. At the current rate, America’s obesity-related medical costs are projected to increase by $48 billion to $66 billion a year. Medical costs of obesity are estimated at $175 billion per year. 1100% increase in disease over the next 17 years! New cases of type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease and stroke, hypertension and arthritis could increase 1100% if our country doesn’t get its weight problem under control. Obesity could contribute to 2.4 million new cases of type 2 diabetes; 6.1 million new cases of heart disease and stroke; 5.2 million new cases of hypertension; 3.2 million new cases of arthritis; and nearly 870,000 new cases of obesity-related cancer. The bad news: you and I pay for the progression of weight problems in the way of higher taxes and a gigantic strain on our healthcare system. For a slightly obese person of 5 feet, 10 inches and 210 pounds, a 5% BMI reduction would mean losing 10 or 11 pounds. The good news is that just a 5% BMI reduction translates into a potential national health-care cost savings of $34 billion during the next 20 years. There is a silver lining after all! The Elevation Health Core 4 life enhancement strategies will give you the blueprint for losing, controlling and managing your weight with ease. To learn more about the Core 4, please attend our upcoming workshop! Please call the office to confirm registration for our Elevation Health Diabetes and Blood Sugar Control Blockbuster Workshop Event (November 17th) ASAP for you and your guests. - Registration is filling up fast. Hartley Chiropractic Center 727-623-0992 2653 Ulmerton Rd Feather Sound www.HartleyChiropracticCenter.com Life Elevated I have had poor posture since I was a kid in elementary school. When I started working, I noticed that I had lower back pain, mid back pain, pain in my neck & had headaches. Prior to chiropractic care I was in pain so I couldn’t do everything that I enjoyed to do without being in pain. I love working out, running, and doing 5ks with my sister. I moved to Fl from Jersey and not knowing the area I was nervous about finding a good chiropractor. First day at Elevation Health I knew I chose the right place. X-rays were taken, tests were done then a plan was set up for me to help me feel better and have a healthier future, I went from adjustments twice a week to once a week because of my wonderful results. New Owners! New Hours! Tropical Smoothie Café Feathersound Mon-Fri: 7:30a -7p Sat: 9a-6p Sun: 10a-5p 150 Fountain Parkway N. St. Pete 33716 727-573-1425 My experience has been amazing with EH. I don’t only get help with my spine but I get educated. I learned why I am having back pain and how I can improve my posture and feel better. I now stand straight and confident. I love when I get adjusted because I walk out of the office feeling confident and motivated to live a healthier life style. Dr. Hartley is fabulous! She really cares about your health and does everything she can to help you live more comfortably. She educates you about your spine and also gives you nutrition and workout advice. I enjoy going to my appointments because it doesn’t feel like a doctor’s appointment. Dr. Hartley gets to know you and encourages you to live a healthy lifestyle. My experience at the office has been great and I look forwards to going to my appointment every week! Smoothies Wraps Sandwiches Flatbreads Salads SPECIALS Mon – Fri from 7:30a – 9a & Sat from 9a – 10:30a Come in and get a 99¢ 24 oz. smoothie w/ purchase of a Breakfast Sandwich Mon – Fri from 6p – 7p & Sat - Sun from 4p-5p get a 99¢ 24 oz. smoothie w/ purchase of a Sandwich, Wrap or Salad Join us for our specials and upcoming seasonal SMOOTHIES & SANDWICHES! Try Our Catering Service - Call to put in your order! Kelsey P. www.feathersoundnews.com • www.tampabay-businesses.com Page 8 • Feather Sound News • November 2014 Metal Toxins Ask The Doctor John D. Young, M.D. Last month we discussed the 80,000 chemicals that are present in Foundational Health Center our environment, foods and cosmetics. What is worrisome is that Largo, FL most of these chemicals have not been tested for toxicities. We 727-545-4600 don’t really understand the effects on the body. We mentioned www.YoungFoundationalHealthCenter.com Phthalate, which are plastics in personal care products, and how they mimic hormones. We, also, mentioned among other products how the sunblock we apply to protect us from skin cancer may actually be causing cancer! So what can we do to protect ourselves from these toxins, which can build up in our body and result in compromised health? The EPA says 60% of all cancers are caused by heavy metals such as Lead, Mercury, Aluminum, Nickel and many other John D Young, M.D. metals. First of all, get your doctor to check for heavy metals. Unfortunately, that is not usually done with a blood test. Per Harrison’s Textbook of Medicine the test is done with a urine heavy metal EDTA test. This is the most accurate. In the Tampa Bay area, I see a lot of Lead in my patients. Lead can be found in the body if the patient grew up in homes with lead based paint, lived around coal burning electrical plants, lived in a metropolitan area or had lead water pipes in the home. The best way to rid the body of lead per the medical textbook is IV Chelation Therapy. This is where a chemical EDTA is given and it pulls lead and other heavy metals out of the bones and fat tissues to be excreted in the urine. This may require 10-20 treatments. You may be wondering if there are simple, natural ways to detoxify yourself. Yes there are, maybe not from heavy metals specifically, but from other toxins. Here are a few things I recommend to my patients: 1. 2. 3. Vitamin C, a study of people exposed to toxic chemicals found that buffered vitamin C restored immune function in most of the people. Vitamin C can detoxify most all poisons; Tylenol overdose, rattlesnake bits, black widow spider bites and many other poisons because Vitamin C can add an electron and make the poison harmless. For an acute bite or toxic exposure, the Vitamin C must be given intravenously. But Vitamin C given orally is a great way to daily detoxify toxins. I take between 5-10 grams a day in a little juice. More grams than that, I will get diarrhea. Remember each person is different. You may want to start at 1-3 grams a day. Start off with less and work up to where you have loose, but still solid stool. Glycine, an amino acid, is found in chicken between the skin and the meat. Most of us eat skinless chicken so we don’t get much Glycine. I give my patients about 5 grams of glycine a day. It is a great detoxifier. 30 grams of Glycine a day for 3 days will drop uric acid levels to normal. Uric acid causes Gout. A number of amino acids have the ability to bind toxins so they will be eliminated. Protein is made of a number of amino acids, which is just one of the reasons protein is so important to your overall health. We’re in your Neighborhood! We do the shopping for you! We search over 100 highly rated Homeowner’s and Auto insurance companies to find the best value for you! Let us review your homeowners and auto insurance and receive a $10 Gift Card* NOW SERVING FEATHER SOUND, CARILLON, BARDMOOR AND THE BAYOU CLUB Contact your local Brightway agent: 727-209-5400 Jim Pello - Agency Owner 10452 Roosevelt Blvd. N. St. Petersburg, FL 33716 brightwaystpete.com *Limit one offer per household. Prospect must do a quote on both Home and Auto. Glutathione is the body’s number 1 antioxidant. With all of the toxins we ingest and are exposed to, a lot of free radicals are formed, which causes damage to the cells. Glutathione neutralizes free radicals. You cannot take Glutathione orally because the stomach acid destroys it. In my practice, Young Foundational Health in Largo, we give this through IV. However, an IV is not always practical. As a supplement, I give my patients alpha lipoic acid, ALA 300mg daily and N-acetyl Cysteine (NAC), which the body converts to Glutathione. ALA has other benefits as well. It regulates blood sugar and insulin levels. Glutathione as NACsuper charges the immune system, 500-600 gm daily. Remember, Tylenol depletes the body We can’t wait until the end of the year to say Thank You for your support in of glutathione. We take Tylenol to reduce the 2014 and wish all of our friends the very best for the new year. We look fever, but it also reduces the body’s ability to forward working with you in 2015. fight infection. etro Hair Salon and Spa Unfortunately, here in the US, toxins surround us. What we can do to protect ourselves is take Vitamin C, ALA, NAC and chelation. They do work. These small steps in daily life will give some protection against the harmful effects of toxins. 13505 Icot Blvd Suite 201 . Clearwater . 33760 727-539-7797 Haircuts . Color . Highlights . Extensions . Keratin . Nails . Waxing . Facials 10% off on Gift Certificates purchased before December 1st www.feathersoundnews.com • www.tampabay-businesses.com Page 9 • Feather Sound News • November 2014 A Year of Optimism By Pinellas County Commissioner John Morroni This year, we developed the budget for fiscal year 2015 with optimism. Our economy shows several signs of sustained improvement. Tourism is at an all-time high, airport passenger growth is rising, development review activity is nearly twice as high as two years ago, building permits and inspections are demonstrating sustained growth, the real estate market continues to improve and sales tax revenues are showing modest growth. There are many factors that affect the county budget. Most services are paid for through the general fund, which is supported through property taxes. The real estate market is continuing its recovery from the Great Recession. This year’s proposed budget shows an increase in general fund revenue by $19 million. John Morroni With these positive signs pointing to an upturn in our economy, our staff commits themselves to serve the public by prioritizing and delivering core county services to bring a higher level of service to our citizens. We are building constructive relationships with our partners throughout Pinellas County for the benefit of all. We support the hard work of our employees, who are dedicated to public service. By working with our citizens, community partners and dedicated staff, our community can reap the greatest rewards of a renewed economy while continuing on the path of sustainable fiscal responsibility. You all have experienced the economic downturn over the last several years. The economic downturn drove property values down, which meant a decrease in revenue for the county. Other funding sources, such as permitting fees for new construction, also suffered. But things are looking up this year. With greater consumer confidence, tourist development tax (or “bed tax”) collections have increased. Penny for Pinellas funding has also risen, allowing us to proceed with projects such as utility improvements in parks, collecting parcels for affordable workforce housing, radio tower replacement and emergency shelter buildings. The newly implemented surface water assessment allows us to manage the stormwater system in the unincorporated area more closely. With the help of these funds, we can continue our efforts to reduce flooding and improve water quality for our residents and to comply with federal requirements related to the stormwater system. It is in this spirit of optimism, cooperation and community that the budget for fiscal year 2015 was developed. Your Board of County Commissioners and dedicated staff are working hard to deliver quality services with an approach that will sustain us into the future. I appreciated your continued support in my last election. As always, please feel free to call me at (727) 464-3568 with any questions or concerns you may have. 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Though temperatures for the rest of the year remain to be seen, this year’s recordbreaking warmth indicates that 2014 might go down as the world’s hottest year on record! ANCIENT ARIZONA VILLAGE... Archeologists have unearthed a village believed to be about 1,300 years old & containing more than 50 sandstone-walled homes at a U.S. national park in northeast Arizona. The discovery was made by a team that surveyed part of the Petrified Forest National Park during this past summer & broadly dated the homes & other artifacts found at the site to between 200 AD & 700 AD. The surveyors found the first traces of some 50 to 75 buried “pit houses” in sand dunes & estimate the village could have had as many as 125 inhabitants. Researchers said this find was special because it was so large & interesting because it had so many structures & features all in one spot. Along with ancient pottery, the team also fund rudimentary tools made of stone & petrified wood as well as pendants crafted from shells. No human remains were found. The park, which straddles Arizona’s Apache & Navajo counties, is a popular tourist attraction, visited by an average of 600,000 people a year. CAFFEINE-INFUESED UNDERWEAR, A BUST... Bras, girdles & leggings infused with caffeine & sold as weight loss aids were more decaf light than espresso bold, & the companies that sold them have agreed to refund money to customers & pull their ads. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) said Wacoal America & Norm Thompson Outfitters were accused of deceptive advertising that claimed their caffeine-infused clothing would cause the wearer to lose weight & have less cellulite. In the case of Oregon-based Norm Thompson, the company sold clothing made with Lytess brand fabric infused with caffeine which, the company said, would break down fat. In fact the company said in one advertisement that “Slimming & firming results are visible in under a month.” Wacoal America, based in New Jersey, also advertised that its clothing had micro-capsules with caffeine, vitamin E & other chemicals that it said led to weight loss. In one of their ads, they cited the “revolutionary iPant new shapewear tht works Wishing yo u a Happy with your body to eliminate cellulite.” In both cases, Holidays f the FTC said the companies did not have evidence to rom your f back up their claims that the clothing would lead to riends at substantial weight loss. The FTC also said refunds would total about $1.5 million. Whatadog! BUT THAT’S NOT ALL... Back in the Middle Ages, the arrangement of marriage was done by the children’s parents. Children were married at a young age. Girls were as young as 12 when they married, and boys as young as 17. The arrangement of the marriage was based on monetary worth. The family of the girl who was to be married gave a dowry, or donation, to the boy she was to marry. The dowry went with her at the time of the marriage and stayed with the boy forever. For the latest weather information go to…. ABCactionnews.com/weather Reserve today! (727) 571-3647 13662 Automobile Blvd Clearwater, FL 33762 | www.feathersoundnews.com • www.tampabay-businesses.com Page 11 • Feather Sound News • November 2014 Northside Hospital Events for November Free Community Education All seminars are held in the Northside Hospital Auditorium (located in the Medical Office Plaza on the North end of campus). 6006 49th Street N., Suite 230, St. Petersburg, FL 33709 Light lunch is provided and registration is required. Please call 1-888-598-9586 to sign up. Seeking Relief from Shoulder Aches and Pains? Anthony Albert, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon Tuesday, November 11, 2014 12:00 Noon Are your shoulders causing you pain and trouble? Learn more about options for relief from shoulder ailments, ranging from noninvasive techniques to the most advanced surgical treatments. Your Emergency Matters WHY WAIT? Quality Care From ER Experts In an emergency, minutes can mean the difference between life and death. So, it’s vital that you get the quality care you need – 24/7. At Northside Hospital, our ER experts know that. We have the staff, equipment and expertise to handle the most critical medical emergencies. And with average wait times that are consistently shorter than the national average, we can get you in and get you treated promptly and efficiently… Text ER to 23000 for without waiting any longer than Average Wait Times you need to. Atrial Fibrillation Robert Sheppard, MD, Cardiac Electrophysiologist Wednesday, November 19, 2014 12:00 Noon Do you or does someone you love have Atrial Fibrillation? This condition is more common than most people think, and there are treatment options to make the symptoms less obtrusive. Stroke 101 Tracy Czop, NP-C, Neurology Stroke Practitioner Wednesday, December 3, 2014 12:00 Noon Anyone can have a stroke no matter your age, race or gender. But, the chances of having a stroke increase if a person has certain risk factors, or criteria that can cause a stroke. The good news is that up to 80 percent of strokes can be prevented, and the best way to protect yourself and loved ones from stroke is to understand personal risk and how to manage it. Message and data rates may apply. For more info, visit texterhelp.com. Quality Emergency Care. FastER. Northside Hospital Achy Hips and Knees... Oh My! Rafat Nashed, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon Tuesday, December 9, 2014 12:00 Noon Are your hips or knees causing you pain? Join us in this at this informational session with our orthopedic surgeon where you can ask the questions you have about curing your achy joints. For 24/7 health information and physician referrals, please call Consult-A-Nurse at 1-888-598-9586. 6000 49th Street N | St. Petersburg NorthsideHospital.com It Starts Here. OPEN HOUSE Thursday December 4 7 pm or call for your private tour PreK (3) – Grade 12 5101 First St. NE St. Petersburg, FL 33703 727-456-7511 www.CanYouBeMore.com In The Experiential School’s nurturing environment, children safely begin their journey to become confident and curious lifelong learners. www.feathersoundnews.com • www.tampabay-businesses.com Page 12 • Feather Sound News • November 2014 The Plainsmen Gallery of Dunedin Hosts 33rd annual Holiday Art Show The Plainsmen Gallery of Dunedin, Florida hosts it’s 33rd annual “Small Works & More” Holiday Art Show beginning with an Opening Reception on Dec. 6th from 1-4pm. Several gallery artists will be present for the reception. The show includes works by 25 noted western and wildlife artists including: Harley Brown, CA, Kaye Burian, John Coleman, CA, Bobby Goldsboro, Grant Hacking, Matthew Hillier, Hyrum Joe, Oreland Joe, CA, Denny Karchner, John Nieto, Vic and Dustin Payne, Charles Rowe, Tom Saubert, John and Suzie Seerey-Lester, Geoffrey Smith, Trevor Swanson, Terry Smith, Robert Tate, David Wang and David Yorke. Spirit of the West, oil by Bobby Goldsboro This nationally-recognized art show will feature original paintings, sculptures and giclee prints. Artwork may be purchased by phone, email or at the gallery. Admission and Parking are Free! Wheelchair accessible. For more information call 1-888-779-2240 or go to www.plainsmen.com Young Coyote, oil by John Nieto Letter From Home, oil by Steven Lang www.feathersoundnews.com • www.tampabay-businesses.com Page 13 • Feather Sound News • November 2014 TAKE A RUN FOR WILDLIFE AT BUSCH GARDENS 5k Race Inside Park to Benefit the SeaWorld® & Busch Gardens®Conservation Fund Tampa, Fla. (Oct. 21, 2014) – Busch Gardens® Tampa will host the Run for Wildlife 5k, benefiting the SeaWorld® & Busch Gardens® Conservation Fund, on Saturday, Nov. 22 at 7:30 a.m. The inaugural run gives participants the opportunity to wind through the park for most of the 3.1 miles, all while supporting animal conservation efforts worldwide. “This is a chance for guests of all ages to support the Conservation Fund’s mission to support wildlife conservation, education and research worldwide,” says Busch Gardens Park President Jim Dean. Registration is currently open and runners must register in advance; participants cannot register the day of the event. This chip-timed race includes animal and character appearances throughout the course. Participants are encouraged to bring family members and friends together to compete against one another. The overall male and female finisher will be recognized at an award ceremony following the race. Other perks for participants include Join Now - No Initiation Fees Until 2015! post-race admission to Busch Gardens, valid for Saturday, Nov. 22, a race shirt and complimentary snacks at the start/finish line. are welcome at Spectators the start/finish line in Parking Lot D, however, only paid 5k participants will be allowed in the park during the run and receive complimentary admission to Busch Gardens following the race. Registration packet pick up will be available on Friday, Nov. 21 from 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. at Busch Gardens Human Resources Office, located at 3605 E. Bougainvillea Ave. in Tampa. Race day packet pick up will begin at 6 a.m. in Parking Lot D at Busch Gardens. To register and for more event information, visit buschgardenstampa.com Media contact is Busch Gardens Public Relations at 813-987-5090 or BGTPublic. [email protected] You Deserve the Best . . . Discover Feather Sound Country Club A Great Place for Your Next Event About the SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund A non-profit, 501(c)3 organization, the SeaWorld® & Busch Gardens® Conservation Fund supports wildlife research, habitat protection, animal rescue and conservation education in the U.S. and countries around the world. The Fund provides an outlet for park visitors to help protect wildlife and, because SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment™ provides all administrative and development costs as well as staffing and infrastructure, commits 100 percent of donations to onthe-ground wildlife conservation efforts. Beautiful Banquet Facilities Delicious Cuisine Play unlimited golf on our private Joe Lee Signature Golf Course and experience outstanding course conditions, convenient tee time availability, and a faster pace of play so you can enjoy more golf. Off the course, enjoy our tour quality practice facilities, 9 Har-Tru clay courts, a Junior Olympic Size pool, state-of-the-art fitness center, junior programs, and a full social calendar filled with family-friendly events and activities. Relax with friends, colleagues, and business associates in the updated Clubhouse with scenic golf course views while enjoying Chef Jeff ’s delicious cuisine. www.FeatherSoundCC.com For more information call Tamara Galla 727-573-5666 x225 [email protected] 2201 Feather Sound Dr., Clearwater FL 33762 TOBACCO FREE COALITION TO MEET The Tobacco Free Coalition of Pinellas County meets quarterly on the first Tuesdays of the month from 3:00 - 4:30 at the Department of Health Mid County, 8751 Ulmerton Rd. Upcoming meetings are Nov. 4th, Feb. 3rd, and May 5th. The public is invited to attend. Members promote tobacco-free environments for a healthier community. Mark your calendars and join us! For information, go to our website at tobaccofreepinellas.wordpress.com www.feathersoundnews.com • www.tampabay-businesses.com Page 14 • Feather Sound News • November 2014 Habitat Pinellas Recognized as Outstanding Steward of Donor Dollars for 8th Straight Year Only 1% of charities rated by Charity Navigator have received 8 consecutive 4-star ratings CLEARWATER, FL – For the eighth consecutive year, Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas County has earned a four-star rating, the highest award for adherence to good governance and fiscal responsibility by Charity Navigator, the country’s largest and most-utilized independent evaluator of charities. Charity Navigator’s coveted four-star rating is given to nonprofits that practice exceptional fiscal management, good governance, and commitment to accountability and transparency in fulfilling their mission. In his letter to Habitat Pinellas, Charity Navigator’s President and CEO Ken Berger noted, “Only one percent of the charities we rate have received at least eight consecutive four-star evaluations, indicating that Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas County outperforms most other charities in America. This ‘exceptional’ designation from Charity Navigator differentiates Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas County from its peers and demonstrates to the public it is worthy of their trust.” “People can give to Habitat Pinellas with confidence that we are using funds in the best, most effective way possible,” said Mike Sutton, Chief Executive Officer of Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas County. “Out of every dollar donated to Habitat Pinellas, 94.7 cents is spent on direct program expenses that help us advance our mission. Our donations are building homes and creating opportunities throughout Pinellas County for low-income families and individuals in need of decent, affordable homes.” Charity Navigator works to help charitable donors make intelligent giving decisions by providing information on more than five thousand charities nationwide and by evaluating their financial health. It calculates each charity’s score based upon several broad criteria, including how much is spent per dollar raised, what percentage of funds goes to programs vs. administrative and fundraising expenses, and the organization’s long-term financial health. It then assigns a rating from one to four, with four being the best rating. Since 1985, Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas County has constructed 312 homes to date for struggling families in Pinellas County, using locally raised funds. Volunteers and the future homeowners construct the homes, which are sold at no profit and financed with a zero-interest loan. Habitat Pinellas homeowner candidates earn 30 to 80 percent of area median income. For Pinellas County, that translates to as little as $22,500 a year for a family of four. Candidates must also demonstrate need for adequate shelter; ability to pay back a zero-interest loan and willingness to partner with Habitat Pinellas to invest 250 to 350 sweat equity hours. Mortgage monies are used to build even more homes, making each donation to Habitat a perpetual legacy to the community. Habitat believes that home ownership contributes to family stability, leading in turn to community stability. Additionally, Habitat Pinellas raises funds through their ReStore, a home improvement outlet where donated household and building items are sold to the public. For more information about Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas County, contact (727) 5364755 or visit www.HabitatPinellas.org. www.feathersoundnews.com • www.tampabay-businesses.com Page 15 • Feather Sound News • November 2014 MOSI Upcoming Events and Education Programs For more information on any of MOSI’s programs and events call 813-842-7788 or email [email protected] 3D Printing the Future: The Exhibition Opened June 14- Extended through December From fashion to décor, entertainment to toys, medical devices to human organs, 3D Printing the Future - The Exhibition illustrates 3D printing’s boundless and mind-blowing potential to re-shape how we live, work and play, while allowing visitors to try their hand at this transformative technology inside a hands-on workshop. 3D Printing the Future offers an inspiring glimpse of the future through 3D-printed objects, live demonstrations, and hands-on 3D printing, along with an in-depth look at how 3D printing technology works, how it is used, and the amazing possibilities for the future. 3D Printing the Future - The Exhibition is a limited engagement and is free with MOSI admission. PANDAS: The Journey Home – IMAX – Now showing The Journey Home, tells the story of the pandas of the Wolong Panda Center and their reintroduction into the wild. Scientists and keepers work tirelessly to raise these pandas in captivity. See all the hard work that 13880Feather Sound Drive goes into the giant pandas and the training they must go through before being released into the wild. Phone: 727-573-3544 www.feathersoundchurch.com SUNDAY SCHEDULE Interstellar- IMAX Premiere Donuts & Java - 9:45 AM Worship & Children’s Church 10:10 AM November 5 Bible Study - 11:30 AM (Small Group Life Series) In the future, governments and economies across the globe have collapsed, food is scarce, NASA is no TUESDAY SCHEDULE more, and the 20th Century is to blame. A mysterious rip in spacetime opens and it’s up to whatever is left Ladies Bible Study – 7:00 PM WEDNESDAY SCHEDULE of NASA to explore and offer up hope for mankind. Interstellar chronicles the adventures of a group of Family Night - 6:00 PM explorers who make use of a newly discovered wormhole to surpass the limitations on human space travel Pipeline - 6:00 PM (Middle and High School) Bible Studies - 7:00 PM and conquer the vast distances involved in an interstellar voyage. Mainly based on the scientific theories and THURSDAY SCHEDULE script treatment of renowned theoretical physicist, Kip Thorne. ALIVE Young Adult Small Group ~ 7:30pm ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ UPCOMING EVENTS Free School Employee Membership (this promotion is on-going) November 16th ~ All Pasco, Pinellas and Hillsborough County Public School Teachers, Faculty and Staff can receive a free December 13th ~ Living Nativity 5:30PM—8:00PM Individual Basic MOSI Membership. Mention this offer at the box office and present a current school ID or pay stub and to receive your one-year membership to MOSI. Offer must be redeemed on-site by providing a current school ID or recent pay stub by the end of next (2014-2015) school year. May not be combined with any other offers, discounts or previous purchases. Groupon Deal December 24th ~ Christmas Eve Candlelight Service Now- Dec.19 Go to www.groupon.com/deals/mosi-7 to pick up a voucher for 43% off MOSI general admission. Offer includes entry to all exhibition galleries, an IMAX documentary, Planetarium show and 3D Printing the Future the Exhibition. See Groupon deal for more information. Pastor Tom Hamilton 727-573-3544 www.feathersoundchurch.com Minecraft at MOSI (these events are on-going) Program Fee: $20 ∙ MOSI Members: $15. Ages 7-12 – every Saturday – 1 – 3 p.m. Experience the gaming phenomenon of Minecraft! Make friends, discover new secrets and tricks and learn how you can be a Minecraft Designer, Adventurer, and even Master. Minecraft Mania (Ages 7-12) (these events are on-going) Saturdays, from 1 – 3 p.m. & 4 – 6 p.m. Program fee: $20 ∙ MOSI member: $15 Make friends, discover new secrets and tricks, and learn how you can be a Minecraft designer, adventurer, and even master. Each week will feature different customized worlds and scenarios, featuring individual and multiplayer play only found at MOSI. Create new worlds and make a playground for your imagination. Advanced registration required. FREE Digital X-Rays With Paid Exam and Cleaning Continued On Page 18 www.feathersoundnews.com • www.tampabay-businesses.com Page 16 • Feather Sound News • November 2014 Visiting Peruvian Artist on Display Zenaida Cajahauringa Rivera was born and raised in Huarochiri, Perú. She now exhibits in Peru, Latin America, Europe and the United States. Zenaida tells us that when she paints, “I let my feelings talk about my history, my culture, the myths and legends, all of that fantastic world imagined and heard when I was a child. Lines, colors are born, grow up and are lost with the freedom that can be imagined in each work of art.” According to critic George Bernuy, “(I)n all her work we can say there is a poetic surrealism, without diminishing her commitment to her own language. There is skill in all her works with brushstrokes laden with material and color, reminiscent of Andean folk art with acrobats, tops and boleros like tapestries rich with colors that the artist has managed to integrate into her world of memories with refined finish that blend harmoniously with her compositions.” For additional information, to interview Ms. Cajahauringa, or to attend our private preview, please contact: Linda Friedman Ramirez, Manager, 727-824-8877 or 727-510-5196, [email protected] An Investment Worth Making! St. Petersburg Christian School has been serving students in Kindergarten – Grade 8 for over 42 years. The school is conveniently located for those in the Feather Sound News Readership and welcomes those families to come see what the school has to offer. Our proven successful Kindergarten program flows seamlessly into our Elementary and Middle school programs that offer strong, academic curriculums leading to student achievement. The school provides a wide range of activities for student involvement, including after school academic and activity clubs, a wide array of winning sports teams, and a very popular and nationally distinguished mentoring program, among others. Please visit the school’s website at www.stpetechristian. com and talk to your neighbors that have already made SPCS their home! www.feathersoundnews.com • www.tampabay-businesses.com Page 17 • Feather Sound News • November 2014 Winter Months Prime Time to Swim with Manatees and Dive at Plantation on Crystal River CRYSTAL RIVER, Fla. A hidden gem along Florida’s Nature Coast, the Plantation on Crystal River has created two winter packages giving guests the chance to swim with the West Indian Manatee in Crystal River, Fla., the only location in North America where you can legally swim and interact with these sea cows in the wild. Starting at $230 for two guests, the one-night Swim with the Manatees package* includes: Accommodations in a renovated garden view room Manatee snorkeling tour for two from the Plantation Adventure Center with all equipment needed (mask, snorkel, fins and wetsuit).Tours leave directly from the on-property dock at Plantation Adventure Center & Dive Shop and provide hot chocolate and coffee on the enclosed boats and a hot shower facility for those guests who already checked out or snorkelers not staying at the resort. Breakfast for two at West 82° Bar & Grill Welcome bag with plush manatee toy, fun facts and manatee interaction guidelines. If guests would like to add a little more adventure and an additional night to their getaway, the resort is also offering a two-night Swim and Dive package. In addition to all the amenities from the Manatee package, guests receive an additional night as well as a guided tour for two to one of Florida’s most pristine rivers and fourth largest spring system in Florida, Rainbow River. The Swim and Dive package is $540 for two people. Manatee tours are offered year-round at Plantation’s Adventure Center & Dive Shop, headquarters for Florida’s best spring dives, but in the winter time guests are guaranteed to see these gentle giants. During prime manatee viewing season, which usually runs from Oct.1-Mar. 31 depending on temperatures, guests will experience the truly unique travel adventure of swimming with more than 300 manatees as they play, eat, and socialize with one another. The manatees enjoy the year-round 72°F waters of Florida’s second largest spring system relatively warm considering manatee season is in the winter. For more information about Plantation on Crystal River resort or Adventure Center & Dive Shop, visit PlantationonCrystalRiver.com or call 800-632-6262. - Plantation on Crystal River *Based on double occupancy. Rate includes SundayThursday stays. Call for weekend pricing. Water view, patio rooms, Junior suites and golf villas are available for an additional charge. Additional nights and people sharing room are available for additional charge. Rates subject to availability. Taxes and gratuities not included. About Plantation on Crystal River The eco-friendly Plantation on Crystal River is surrounded by the natural springs of King’s Bay and pristine lakes and rivers, as well as wildlife refuges and state parks. On site, the Plantation features a fullservice marina, 18-hole golf course, 9-hole executive course, Aveda spa, delectable dining and inviting accommodations. www.feathersoundnews.com • www.tampabay-businesses.com Page 18 • Feather Sound News • November 2014 Continued From Page 15 Press Play: MOSI’s Interactive Gaming Showcase – Nov. 1 & 8, 2014 Join MOSI, Verizon FiOS and GameStop for this video game day! Demonstrate your mad skills when you compete against local gamers and experts around the world. Play, win prizes, experience the latest in gaming technology and hang with fellow gamers. Meet game designers from ARTIX Entertainment and take your gaming knowledge to the next level on this video gaming play day! For more information, visit MOSI.org Brain Bowl Nov. 11, 2014 from 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. The Museum of Science & Industry is hosting the Hillsborough County Public School’s Brain Bowl. As many as 400 students will participate in science trivia and experiments, including a “Quiz Bowl,” mousetrap car competition, chemical equation balancing competition, demo contest and a poster contest. Students must qualify at their schools in order to make it to the final Brain Bowl at MOSI. The Brain Bowl is organized by the Hillsborough County Public High School Science Department. Fire Sprinkler Demo Nov. 15, from 1 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Come to MOSI on November 15 to witness first-hand the devastating power of fire. Watch two identical rooms react to fire. One is equipped with a fire sprinkler system, the other is not. MOSI teams up with the Home Fire Sprinkler Association to show you just how quickly a home without proper fire sprinklers can go up in smoke! Veteran’s Day Appreciation Weekend Nov. 9-11, 2014 In honor of Veteran’s Day, all active and retired military personnel, EMTs, firefighters, first responders and police officers receive admission to MOSI for only $5. America Recycles Week – Nov. 10-16, 2013 Post a picture to MOSI’s Facebook or Instagram page showing appreciation for Mother Earth and hashtag it with #mosi and #americarecyclesday, and receive $5 off general admission. Guests must present their post at the time of purchase. Science of Sound Nov. 22 10:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Have you ever wondered what makes a sound? Why are some high and some low? What is a vibration? Come find out with the Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI) and musicians of The Florida Orchestra! Rough Riders Teddy Bear Round-Up Dec. 1-26, 2014 Bring a NEW teddy bear to MOSI to donate to the Rough Riders Teddy Bear RoundUp and receive a child’s general admission ticket for free! Santa’s Workshop Nov. 27 - Jan. 4, 2015 The best gifts in the world are the ones that are made from the heart. Give your kids the opportunity to create something special for you this holiday season. Beginning Nov. 27, MOSI’s Idea Zone will be transformed into Santa’s satellite toy workshop. Kids of all ages can think, design and create cool stocking stuffers and gifts for their parents and grandparents in preparation for the big day. 2014 BOXER BASH TO BENEFIT FLORIDA BOXER RESCUE VISIT WWW.FLBR.ORG TO DONATE CALL 888.612.5782 FOR SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES “A Forever Home - A Wish Come True” 14th Annual Boxer Bash: • Sunday, December 7th | 11 AM - 4 PM • Wishing Well Barn | 4302 Pippin Road, Plant City, FL 33567 • Free parking on site | Leashed dogs are welcome (please no retractable leashes) Activities include: • • • • • • • • Food, wine, and beer from a variety of vendors A silent and live auction (with a professional auctioneer!) Photos with Santa Coffee bar, bake sale and plant sale Facepainting Parade of foster pets “Ask the Vet” and microchip available A country-western wear theme Santa’s $5 day at MOSI Dec. 7, 2014 MOSI hosts $5 days each year to allow community members of all incomes access to MOSI exhibit galleries, including The Amazing You exhibition, Kids In Charge!, the largest children’s science center in the nation, and more than 450 hands-on, interactive exhibits. Admission to Santa’s $5 Day also includes entrance to an IMAX DOME Theatre Film. Wishing Well Barn Plant City, FL Einstein on Food and Wine Jan. 17, 2015 With a dash of science, a pinch of atmosphere and a heaping helping of food and wine, the Museum of Science & Industry will host its 18th annual Einstein on Food & Wine event on Saturday, Jan. 17. This is the event to attend for anyone who enjoys wine, food, music and supporting a worthy cause through a silent auction. ABC Fine Wine & Spirits, the host sponsor for the event, will feature more than 50 vintners with a variety of wines, including reds, whites, champagne, domestic and imported. Delicious food and dessert from an array of local restaurants will be featured including: Chart House, TC Choy and Byblos Pitas. In addition to the food and wine, a silent auction will be held with proceeds to benefit MOSI’s educational programs. MORE THAN 4,400 BOXERS RESCUED SINCE 2000 The American Legion and The Feather Sound News salute our military veterans of all wars this November 11 - and every day. The Legion supports our veterans throughout the year: 3,000: The number of veterans who received benefits assistance at Legion-led Veterans Outreach Centers since the VA scandal broke. $1 million: The amount raised for scholarships for children of active-duty servicemembers who died since 9/11. We thank you for serving America with honor, courage and commitment. Veterans Day 2014 The American Legion - America’s Veterans Service Organization www.feathersoundnews.com • www.tampabay-businesses.com Page 19 • Feather Sound News • November 2014 Pinellas County Real Estate Statistics for September Dave and Maggie Smith, CRB, CLHMS, SFR RE/MAX Metro Combined Single Family Homes & Townhomes/Condos 727 573-2727 Summary Statistics www.daveandmaggie.com August 2014 August 2013 % change year over year 1,637 836 1,325 2,138 1,958 7,224 1,530 771 1,145 2,074 2,032 7,066 7.0% 8.4% 15.7% 3.1% -4.0% 2.6% Closed Sales Paid in cash New Pending Sales New Listings Pending Inventory Inventory (Active Listings) The following paragraph combines the statistics for single family homes and townhomes/condos. Inventory is tight and the market shows less than 5.5 months inventory for both single family homes and townhomes/condos. This indicates a seller’s market. It is interesting to note that there were 37 more cash sales in September than in August even with increasing sales prices. Closed sales, new listings and active listings all dropped slightly in September compared to August. The number of closed sales has been slightly declining each month for the last 4 months. This could be due to the low amount of inventory currently on the market. Townhomes/Condos (percent change year over year) Single Family Homes Stats (percent year over year) • Closed sales are up 4.3% • Cash sales are up 1% • New pending sales are up 14.7% • New listings are up 7% New listings are down 3.5% • Median sales price is up 9.5% • Median sales price is up 3.1% • Inventory is down 1.9% • Inventory is up 2.5% • Foreclosure closed sales are up 48.1% • Foreclosure closed sales are up 52.1% • Short sale closed sales are down 61% • Short sale closed sales are down 60.4% • Closed sales are up 8.6% • Cash sales are up 15.9% • New pending sales are up 16.4% • You can learn more about the home buying and selling process and find an experienced agent in your neighborhood by visiting www.remax.com or www.daveandmaggie.com NOW IS THE TIME TO SAVE! Up to $1,000 Utility Rebate, Tax Credit and Free Air Quality Product! * on qualifying systems. * * * Choose either a free 1 year air filter system or UV light system. 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WE REPAIR ALL MAJOR BRANDS PROFESSIONAL TUNE-UPS FOR $79/system www.feathersoundnews.com • ** Super Service Award ** www.tampabay-businesses.com Page 20 • Feather Sound News • November 2014 St. Petersburg’s Arts Alliance Presents Second Annual MUSE Benefit MUSE will celebrate artistic inspiration on Friday, January 30, 2015 at the Museum of Fine Arts. The St. Petersburg’s second annual fundraising benefit for arts will recognize the breadth and beauty of art and culture in our City of the Arts, and pay tribute to those that continue to inspire and guide St. Petersburg to its standing as an international arts destination. Proceeds will benefit artists, arts businesses, and arts & cultural organizations through our Arts Alliance programs and services. MUSE will be an unforgettable signature event. No stiff tuxes, no boring speeches; it’s the art community’s pARTy to uniquely celebrate the Muses of St. Petersburg. Creative pARTy attire suggested - this is a night to revel in our creative spirits! Events include interactive digital art, pop-up performances, artful by-the-bite dinner courses, curated auction items, and the Muse Arts Awards, which add up to a truly different type of benefit in the Museum’s conservatory. The St. Petersburg Arts Alliance is the only 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to raising funds for our entire arts community. MUSE sponsorship helps us help all our arts groups. We facilitate the monthly St. Petersburg Second Saturday ArtWalk; publish ArtBeat, the only countywide e-newsletter with calls for arts and other cultural news; help launch city-wide arts festivals; and present arts business and other educational programs. Individual tickets are $100 and reserved cabaret tables for four are $500 and may be purchased on the St. Petersburg Arts Alliance website. For sponsorship and ticket information please contact John Collins at [email protected] www.feathersoundnews.com • www.tampabay-businesses.com Page 21 • Feather Sound News • November 2014 Tough Times For Tampa Bay Sports Kip Michalak Sportswriter The state of Tampa Bay Sports is not looking so bright these days as 2 of the Bay’s 3 professional teams have seen better times. For the Rays, it seems that the team is in a downward spiral as they recently lost both their longtime GM, as well as their beloved manager, Joe Maddon. This double whammy really caught Rays fans off guard as they expected it to be an offseason of adding free Kip Michalak - Sportswriter [email protected] follow me on twitter @dakipstr agents, not dismantling the backbone of the team. Now with this current state of uncertainty surrounding the team, fans don’t know if they should give up on the Rays or if a new manager/GM combo will ever be as successful as Andrew Friedman and Joe Maddon ever were. Moving on to the Buccaneers, the outlook is not much better for them. The Bucs have stumbled out of the gate so far and only have 1 win in the first six weeks of the regular season. What makes this even more troubling, is that the expectations were high this year with a new coach, new QB, and some nice free agent acquisitions. While all is not lost for the Bucs, you would almost rather have them tank this season so that they could put themselves in position to draft one of the elite quarterbacks in next year’s draft. For now, we’ll just have to see if the Bucs can rebound in the second half of the season and at least build some momentum for the 2015 season. Now there is one team giving Tampa Bay sports fans a glimmer of hope, the Lightning. This year the Lightning are expected to reach the playoffs for the second year in a row, and they may even make a deep run at The Stanley Cup. In addition to having a competitive team, the Lightning have continued to improve both the arena and fan experience, which bodes well for the team’s future. I’d expect this trend to continue as long as Jeff Vinik owns the team. Overall sports fans in the Bay Area should keep their heads up, as it really can’t get much worse than it already is. There is also hope that some of the Bucs and Rays youngsters will blossom in the near future, restoring Tampa Bay to the respectable sports town that it once was in the mid/late 2000’s. Feather Sound News 11/14 Sudoku PuzzleJunction.com Puzzles To solve the Sudoku puzzle, each row, column and box must contain the numbers 1 to 9. 7 9 2 4 3 1 9 7 6 6 9 3 4 5 3 5 1 1 3 5 8 4 7 Copyright ©2014 PuzzleJunction.com Answers on Page 22 Solution 1 6 3 8 7 2 5 4 9 5 6 3 1 7 8 7 2 9 5 4 1 7 2 9 5 4 6 8 5 3 4 1 2 8 9 6 8 1 7 9 3 4 9 4 8 2 6 7 3 2 1 7 3 8 5 6 3 5 6America’s 4 1 9 2 Protecting 4 9 8 2 3 6 1 3 6 7 2 5 5 1 9 4 7 8 Consumers Headlines and News www.ftc.gov www.feathersoundnews.com • Published by Kathleen Carfagno Contents of The Feather Sound News may not be reproduced or copied without the written permission of the publisher. This includes photocopying and electrical or mechanical reproduction in any form. Editorial expressions herein are not necessarily those of the publisher. The Feather Sound News Phone: Kathleen at 727-319-0133 Mobile: 703-587-7069 Please email your comments, editorials and announcements to: [email protected] Graphic Designer: Andrew Meeder Printing by: Web Offset Printing Company Inc www.tampabay-businesses.com Page 22 • Feather Sound News • November 2014 Clothes To Kids Need Clothing & Shoes Clothes To Kids (CTK) has a major shortage of long pants and shorts! CTK provides a full weeks of school clothing to more than 100 children per week. We have an immediate need for elementary boys and girls shorts and pants sizes 6 thru 16 and uniform shorts and pants. Gently used clothing and school shoes are in great demand. Clothes To Kids (CTK) provides free clothing to lowcome or in crisis Pinellas School children grades PreK4 thru 12th and relies on community support for clothing and financial donations. New or gently used clothing and shoes can be dropped off between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday at Clothes To Kids’ two convenient store locations. In Clearwater at: 1059 N. Hercules Ave. and St. PeteNews at: 3251 11/14 3rd Ave. Sudoku Feather Sound PuzzleJunction. Clothes To Kids, a nonprofit organization provides clothing to low-income or in crisis, school-age children in Pinellas County, free of charge. For more information, please call 441-5050 or visit our website at www.ClothesToKids.org To solve the Sudoku puzzle, each row, column and box must contain the numbers 1 to 9. 7 9 2 4 Brooks’ Sports Corner 9 A Future in the PGA? 7 3 1 6 9 3 4 5 NOTICE3of5 REQUEST 1 8 Babbos Italian Bistro 4 7 and By Brooks Williams 6 He first picked up a plastic golf club when was three years old. Now he plays with real clubs as an eleventh grader at Shorecrest Preparatory School. Recently, for his golf accomplishments, Greyson Porter has received a scholarship from Florida State University in Tallahassee. A rundown of his accomplishments would include winning the Florida Junior Tour Championship last December at TPC Sawgrass in a 4 way playoff. He just won Regional’s on October 20th, shooting a satisfying 70 on the day and also lead his team to Copyright ©2014 PuzzleJunction.com make it to State tournament. At the rate the lefty is going, we could see him on the PGA tour sooner rather than later. I had the opportunity to ask Greyson a few questions: 1 3 5 Joseph Drew Tax Help Florida Contact Q) Who is your favorite golfer on the PGA tour? A) Jordan Spieth the Feather Sound News Q) What’s your best 18 hole score? A) 64 at Vinoy Q) At what age did you start playing golf? A) 4 or 5 but I didn’t get serious about golf until I was 9 703-587-7069 Solution Greyson Porter 1 4 8 7 5 6 9 2 3 Q) Who’s your dream date? A) Kate Upton Q) Do you have a career plan other than golf? A) If golf doesn’t work out, then my back up plan is to go into economics Q) May I caddy for you sometime? A) Anytime bro! www.feathersoundnews.com • 6 9 7 2 3 8 4 1 5 3 5 2 9 4 1 8 7 6 8 6 9 5 1 7 2 3 4 7 3 5 4 2 9 6 8 1 2 1 4 6 8 3 7 5 9 5 7 1 8 9 4 3 6 2 4 8 3 1 6 2 5 9 7 9 2 6 3 7 5 1 4 8 www.tampabay-businesses.com Page 23 • Feather Sound News • November 2014 Rock It RED! St. Pete will commemorate World AIDS Day on December 1 Beginning on November 30th, Rock it Red! St. Pete will present a public arts installation and other activities along Central Avenue, and on buildings and monuments through the city. Rock it RED! St. Pete will serve as a memorial to those who passed from HIV and AIDS related illnesses, and build awareness of the continued presence and need for HIV/AIDS testing and treatment. Planned activities include: • Wrapping 170 trees along Central Avenue from 16th to 31st streets with red fabric for three days; creating a conceptual 1.25 mile-long RED Ribbon in honor of World AIDS Day. On at least 50 of the 170 trees, visitors will be able to add names, messages or attach small pictures to the wraps • • The wraps will honor bay area and Florida loved ones remembered on the AIDS Quilt. • Partners throughout St. Petersburg will turn their structures RED through lighting, balloons, streamers, or other means for the night on December 1. • A candlelight vigil and remembrance program beginning at 7 p.m. will be held at the LGBT Welcome Center, 2227 Central Ave. on December 1. • While the mile-long RED Ribbon will be a temporary art installation, it shall produce a piece of communitycreated folk art as 50 sections where memorials have been left will later be laced together producing an “AIDS Wall of Remembrance.” Founder, artist, and organizer Jim Buresch states, “I still have a voice that I want heard, a vision realized and instead of going insane in the politics of HIV, I decided to use extremely large art installations as my method of activism. I don’t know if you classify it as conceptual or earth, it’s just my voice to me. Art has led many social awakenings, in fact, World AIDS Day started out as “A Day without Art.” “It is estimated that nearly one percent of Americans are HIV positive, however nearly a quarter of them are not even aware that they carry the virus. Early detection is essential to slowing the potential development of AIDS and AIDS related illness.” St. Petersburg Arts Alliance is serving as the umbrella organization, collaborating with the St. Petersburg LGBT Welcome Center, the Grand Central District Association, and the United Nations Association – United States of America (UNA-USA) Tampa Bay Chapter. The collaborative is seeking contributions and sponsorships to fund the installation. Donations may be made on the St. Petersburg Arts Alliance website or mailed to100 2nd Ave. North, #150, St. Petersburg, FL 33701. 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These ingredients are added to deodorants, toothpastes, shampoos, conditioners, body lotions and makeups, among other products, to stop the growth of fungus, bacteria and other potentially damaging microbes. Researchers have also found that some 90 percent of typical grocery items contain measurable amounts of parabens, which is why even those who steer clear of potentially harmful personal care products also carry parabens around in their bloodstreams. What worries public health advocates is that while individual products may contain limited amounts of parabens within safe limits set by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), cumulative exposure to the chemicals from several different products could be overloading our bodies and contributing to a wide range of health problems. “Of greatest concern is that parabens are known to disrupt hormone function, an effect that is linked to increased risk of breast cancer and reproductive toxicity,” reports the non-profit Campaign for Safe Cosmetics (CSC). “Parabens mimic estrogen by binding to estrogen receptors on cells.” Research has shown that the perceived influx of estrogen beyond normal levels can in some cases trigger reactions such as increasing breast cell division and the growth of tumors. CSC cites a 2004 British study that detected traces of five parabens in the breast tumors of 19 out of 20 women studied. “This small study does not prove a causal relationship between parabens and breast cancer, but it is important because it detected the presence of intact parabens—unaltered by the body’s metabolism—which is an indication of the chemical’s ability to penetrate skin and remain in breast tissue.” According to the group, a more recent study found higher levels of one paraben, n-propylparaben, in the axilla quadrant of the breast where the highest proportion of breast tumors is found. CSC reports that parabens have also been linked to reproductive, immunological, neurological and skin irritation problems. Health advocates are pressuring the FDA to ban parabens in products sold in the U.S.—like the European Union did in 2012—but concerned consumers must take matters into their own hands for now by reading product labels and avoiding products with parabens. “Many natural and organic cosmetics manufacturers have found effective alternatives to parabens to prevent microbial growth in personal care products,” reports CSC. “Some companies have created preservative-free products that have shorter shelf lives than conventional products (six months to a year), but if used daily are likely to be used up before they expire.” Readers can check out Breast Cancer Action’s list of over 100 cosmetics and personal care product makers committed to avoiding parabens in their products. Also, see if your favorite products contain parabens or other risky ingredients via Environmental Working Group’s free online “Skin Deep” database. CONTACTS: FDA, www.fda.gov; Campaign for Safe Cosmetics, www.safecosmetics.org; Breast Cancer Action, www.bcaction.org; EWG’s Skin Deep Database, www.ewg.org/skindeep EarthTalk® is written and edited by Roddy Scheer and Doug Moss and is a registered trademark of E - The Environmental Magazine (www.emagazine.com). Send questions to: [email protected] www.feathersoundnews.com • www.tampabay-businesses.com
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