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'The Hobbitt' thrives as a fantasy adventure SMS BFCO See Reel Time ... Page 1lB. Cruise, Duvall star in thriller 'Jack Reacher' at theaters this week Also opening this week is Barbara Streisand in the comedy 'The Guilt Trip.'... See page 1 B. Volume XXXIV, No. 37 www.TBNweekly.com December 20, 2012 COUNTY Commission likes revenue deal Pinellas County Commissioners unan- imously approved a consultant contract Dec. 11 for revenue enhancement oppor- tunities for its Utilities department. Com- missioners recently approved staff's request to negotiate a contract with Water Company of America of Oviedo for the Department of Environment and In- frastructure. County administrator Bob LaSala explained that the company would be using a proprietary software application to look for lost revenue or op- portunities to generate more. ... Page 2A Animal Services stresses pet safety The holiday season is a time for fun with family and friends, but Pinellas County Animal Services reminds mem- bers of the community not to forget your pets at this time of year. ... Page 7A. POLICE Drug investigation nets 11 suspects A four-month undercover narcotics in- vestigation between the Treasure Island Police Department and the Pinellas County Sheriffs Office culminated Dec. 13 with the arrests of 11 suspects. Arrest teams from both agencies descended upon numerous Treasure Island resi- dences at mid-morning in a detail dubbed "Operation Treasure Chest." Those arrested were charged with vari- ous drug related crimes which included sale, possession and trafficking in nar- cotics. ... Page 5A. Deputies nab bogus contractors Ten individuals were arrested for oper- ating as unlicensed contractors in Pinel- las County during a sting conducted out of a Dunedin home Dec. 10-13. ... Page 6A. HEALTH AND FITNESS Doctors discuss concussions A blow to the head can be serious, es- pecially for young people involved in sports. Several local physicians con- cerned about the health of Pinellas County's youth who participate in sports talked to Pinellas County Commissioners Dec. 11 about the need to do more to protect against concussions. ... Page 16A. VIEWPOINTS Suzette Porter Columnist looks be.:.iind the glitter of Christmas. r ... Page 13A. " /&& SHS band still needs $30,000 About 12 band members may not make trip to Rose Parade By BOB McCLURE SEMINOLE In about a week, most members of the Seminole High School marching band will be leaving for Califor- nia for a Jan. 1 appearance in the Tournament of Roses Pa- rade. Unfortunately, because fundraising efforts have come up short, about 12 band mem- bers may not be able to make the trip because they haven't been able to raise the necessary funds. Between personal fundraising and efforts by the Seminole High Band Boosters, about 132 students and parents are set to go. But for the others, the sad- ness of not being able to make the trip will tear apart the nor- mal thrill of the Christmas sea- son. "We're $30,000-plus short," said band director Chip Wood. "Our 13 months of fundraising wasn't as thick and deep as the Macy's (Parade) trip and other trips we've made. Times are tough and philanthropy is down." Wood said the cost to send a student to the Pasadena, Calif., parade is $1,970. "But the cost keeps escalat- ing," said Wood. "Every day that we get closer to leaving the cost goes up because of airfare in- creases." In past years, the band has used charter flights but this time those set to go are on three separate commercial flights that will depart Tampa on Thursday, Dec. 27. The band's instru- ments and luggage will leave on a truck on Sunday, Dec. 23. The band will perform in the Disneyland parade on Dec. 28 and Bandfest Dec. 30 at Pasadena City College before marching in the main event on New Year's Day. Anyone able to make a con- tribution can do so by contact- ing Wood at slote4@aol.com or woodda@pcsb.org, or by calling the band office at 549-6207. Another contact is Roger Fox of the Seminole High Band Boosters at 481-5419. Checks also can be mailed to the school at 8401 131st St., Seminole, FL 33772, attn: Chip Wood. There is also a Paypal link at www.shswarhawkband.com where donations can be made. Chillin' out Jocelyn Patterson, 6, of Seminole makes a jingle bell necklace. Photo by BOB McCLURE The Seminole High School band marches down 113th Street earlier this year during the city's annual Pow Wow Festival Parade. Most of the band will march in the Jan. 1 Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, Calif., but some may miss the trip. Photos by JIM LAYFIELD Left: Delaney Fairbanks, 6, and her mom Heather of Seminole hold on tight to the sled and each other as they spin down the snow slide at the city of Seminole's annual Winter Fest event Dec. 14 at the Holland G. Mangum Recreation Complex. Above: Hayden Wicks, 5, of Seminole speeds down the snow slide. Kyler Nguyen, 10, of St. Petersburg himself with sand art. City OKs Pow Wow Festival midway contract By BOB McCLURE SEMINOLE The city's 2013 Pow Wow Festival was set in motion last week when the City Council approved an engagement contract for midway rides with Tip Top Shows of Riverview. The festival, which is held annually at the Seminole Recreation Center, will take place March 8-10. As in past years, the contract calls for Tip Top to pro- vide carnival midway rides and games. The schedule is Friday, March 8, 5 to 11 p.m.; Saturday, March 9, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.; and Sunday, March 10, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Best of all, it doesn't cost the city a dime. Revenue generated from the rides is shared with Tip Top. The agreement calls for Tip Top to pay the city 30 percent of receipts up to $20,000 and 32 percent for anything above $20,000. It also calls for Tip Top to pay the city $100 for each game and concession wagon it operates. According to additional terms, Tip Top agrees to op- erate a minimum of 20 rides, a minimum of 10 games and one popcorn concession wagon. Of the 20 rides, 12 must be school-age rides and eight for preschoolers. Tip Top also must provide the city with a certificate showing its is covered for a minimum of $1 million in li- ability insurance. In other action, councilors: Approved a 2012-13 vehicle use agreement with the Pinellas County School Board that provides the city with buses for its summer camp and holiday camp pro- grams. Passed on first reading ordinances providing annex- ation to the city for homes at 10863 111th St. N., See COUNCIL, page 4A *r Lowest Mortgages BM In Fifty Years! - 727-394-2265 There's No Place Like Home. Tampa Bay Newspapers: All rights reserved wewAte with a eari ads tr Bo.b _vans Heaknn Cfn_.enrs., In. (727) 393-3775 Happy Holidays from Bob Evans Hearing Center us to schedule a Eree He a ing qnIutatiQi &REndorsed by s S. Claus- www.tbnweekly.com Business .................14-15A Classifieds .................. 7-9B Community ............... 11, 17A County ...................2-3, 7A Entertainment ............... 1-6B Faith & family ................ 11A Health & fitness ............... 16A Just for fun .................. .2B Police beat ................. .5-6A Schools .................. . 9A Sports ...................... 12A Viewpoints ................... 13A Call 397-5563 For News & Advertising I 2A County Revenue-enhancement deal pleases county commissioners By SUZETTE PORTER CLEARWATER Pinellas County Commissioners unanimously approved a consultant contract Dec. 11 for revenue enhancement opportunities for its Utilities department. Commissioners approved staffs request, 5-1, Aug. 7, to negotiate a contract with Water Company of America of Oviedo for the Department of Environ- ment and Infrastructure. Commissioner Norm Roche voted no, saying the county should have its own experts available to do the job. Roche and Commissioner Ken Welch were absent Dec. 11. County administrator Bob LaSala explained back in August that the company would be using a pro- prietary software application to look for lost revenue or opportunities to generate more. New revenue generated by the company's findings would be split for three years after the savings were identified. The split would be 52 percent to the DEI Utilities Enterprise Fund and 48 percent to WCA. Commissioners asked staff to try to get a better deal as they negotiated the final contract. The final contract calls for WCA to receive 46 per- cent of any savings for 36 months. Utilities will re- ceive 54 percent for 36 months and 100 percent thereafter. WCA will not receive money from back billing. Water meters previously identified by staff as need- ing replacement are excluded from the contract. New rates imposed after the contract is signed are not part of the contract nor are fees. Discoveries also must present an "economic feasi- bility," which is defined as having a return on in- vestment of less than 36 months. Staff says the average annual revenue WCA typi- cally "discovers" for a utility the size of Pinellas County's is $1.1 million. The county's share would be $594,000 for 36 months and 100 percent there- after. Commissioners also approved advertising a Feb. 12 public hearing to talk about collecting non-ad valorem assessments for surface water management program services in unincorporated areas of the county. LaSala said commissioners would not be expected to approve a special assessment. He said the action only "preserves the opportunity." He said the tax collector and property appraiser have to be notified by Jan. 1 of the possibility. 'This keeps the door unlocked," LaSala said. "But it is not opening it or passing through. 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Hurricane summit proposed By BOB McCLURE INDIAN SHORES The operations manager for Pinellas County Emergency Management is pro- posing a county-sponsored emergency manage- ment summit that will focus on hurricane preparedness on the beaches. David MacNamee told members of the Barrier Is- lands Governmental Council Dec. 5 that he wants to organize the forum for government leaders and the general public. He said it would focus on areas most towns and cities haven't thought about. No date has been set but a tentative date of late March or sometime in April is being tossed around. "We sent two people from my office and 14 peo- ple from the region for logistic support in New York (following Hurricane Sandy) for 10 days and they came back with some very interesting stories and recommendations," MacNamee said. "I'd like to do a summit with some people from our office and some from other areas to walk you through what happens if you can't get back into this building. How are you going to serve your citi- zens?" MacNamee reminded BIG-C members that Sandy was only a category 1 storm but it caused some of the worst flood damage ever seen. 'The thought that it'll never happen to me here didn't come true for the people of Staten Island the Rockaways and some of the other areas," he said. "We won't answer all of your questions at the sum- mit, but hopefully we'll give you a lot of information that will help with a quicker recovery." MacNamee said he hopes to bring in government officials from Galveston, Texas who can attest to what their city went through, both good and bad, in 2008 when Hurricane Ike struck. "Unfortunately today, the general population seems to think two things," said MacNamee. "Num- ber one, it's not going to happen to me. And num- ber two, if it does happen to me, the government is going to be here and take care of me. This was very evident in New York." Further details on the proposed summit will be forthcoming. In other action: Indian Shores councilor Bill Smith said the Florida Department of Environmental Protection would conduct its first public workshop Dec. 18 on Rule 62B-36, which governs how DEP administers beach management. The rule has current and fu- ture impact on beach renourishment projects es- pecially in Belleair Beach where minimum numbers of public parking spaces, required by the state, are necessary for public funding of beach projects. Smith said DEP recently announced a re- organization that eliminates the Bureau of Beaches and Coastal Systems. 'They have taken and reor- ganized all of the staff into different categories," Smith sad. 'The (Florida Shore and Beach Preser- vation Association) is very concerned about it and has sent a letter of disappointment. They would like further discussion with DEP about it and will be pushing hard to make sure (DEP) doesn't lose their focus on beaches." Madeira Beach Mayor Travis Palladeno said de- velopers of a proposed hotel and a new restaurant on the beach in his city would probably be break- ing ground on those two projects within the next 30 days. Clearwater Mayor George Cretekos noted that the annual Outback Bowl Beach Day would be held on Clearwater Beach on Sunday, Dec. 30. The event features bands and cheerleaders from both teams playing in the annual bowl game. This year's game matches the University of Michigan against the University of South Carolina Tuesday, Jan. 1, at Raymond James Stadium. Madeira finance chief's status short-lived By WAYNE AYERS MADEIRA BEACH The city's top finance person, though considered a charter officer, will apparently continue to report to the city manager. A recent opinion by City Attorney Thomas Trask that Finance Director Vincent Tenaglia is a charter officer of the city and as such should report to the Board of Commissioners has been reversed, by Trask himself. Having the finance director report to the commis- sion would have reshaped the structure of city gov- ernment, putting responsibility for the city's $9 million budget in the hands of the commissioners, who are elected officials. The city manager has had that responsibility for years, before Trask an- nounced at the Nov. 27 commission meeting that he had researched the city charter and found the "city treasurer" is a charter officer. The city's charter officials, who include Trask, City Manager Shane Crawford and the city clerk, all report to the commission. Tenaglia reports to the city manager, as have his predecessors for years. Trask said at the commission meeting he had based his opinion that the finance director should report directly to the commission on a section of the city charter. It reads, 'There shall be appointed a City Clerk, City Attorney and City Treasurer who shall serve at the pleasure of the Board of Commis- sioners and said officers shall be considered 'charter officers.'" Trask agreed to further research the charter after commission members, Crawford and some residents expressed surprise, and in Crawford's case some dismay, at the decision. In a letter sent to the commission members on Nov. 30, three days following the commission meet- ing, Trask announced he was reversing his opinion. He said, "My opinion, after reading the entire charter, is that the Finance Director/City Treasurer is under the direction and supervision of the City Manager..." and that the city manager can termi- nate the finance director "without the consent of the Board of Commissioners." In the three-page letter, Trask cites several char- ter sections to back his stand. He gives specific sec- tions, which pertain to the appointment of the city clerk (6.2), city attorney (6.3), and city manager (5.1) by the Board of Commissioners, and the city treas- urer (6.4) by the city manager. Trask later said that the charter, when read over- all, is still somewhat ambiguous on the subject. The commission can make the final decision as to where the finance director reports, he said. Crawford said he would work with whatever the commission decides. But he added, 'The charter is the charter. If you read the charter in its entirety, it is clear the finance director reports to the city man- ager." Crawford said that was the understanding when he was hired, and because of the huge impact the budget has on city management, "it's the only way to run the city effectively." Beaches boat parade set to sail Dec. 23 This year's Redington Beaches/Indian Shores Christmas Boat Parade is set Sunday, Dec. 23. All boaters are invited to join the holiday fun. Entry is free. A captains meeting is planned Thursday, Dec. 20, 7 p.m., in the North Redington Beach Town Hall where boat captains can pick up their boat identifi- cation numbers. Any captains unable to pick up identification boards at the meeting will be able to get them during normal business hours on Friday, Dec. 21, at the Redington Shores Town Hall. Parade Committee chairman Dave Will said the committee will reimburse boat owners up to $25 for rentals of portable generators to run their lights. The parade will follow the same route as previous years, along the Intracoastal Waterway and mean- COUNCIL, from page 1B 10791 Village Green Ave., and 10012 130thAve. In other news, City Manager Frank Edmunds said plans are under way for a reception to honor former city Mayor Jimmy Johnson, who retired re- cently due to health reasons. The date is tentatively set for Sunday, Jan. 27 during the afternoon at the Seminole Community Library. More details will be forthcoming. City Councilor Thomas Bamhorn is running for Tampa Bay Newspapers: All rights reserved during into the numerous canals that form the wa- terfronts in the participating towns. The starting point will be the north side of the Tom Stuart Causeway in Madeira Beach at 5:30 p.m. Boats will light up in unison at 6 p.m., starting the parade. After touring Redington Beach, North Redington Beach, and Redington Shores, the parade will pass through the Park Boulevard drawbridge and proceed north through Indian Shores to finish at The Pub Restaurant, 20025 Gulf Blvd., in Indian Shores. The awards ceremony and party will follow the ar- rival of the last lighted boat. Pub owner Steve West- phal is donating hot hors d'oeuvres for the boat crews and their guests. The awards this year include cash prizes. second vice president of the Florida League of Cities. He currently serves on the organization's board of directors. Breakfast with Santa slated at rec center SEMINOLE The city's popular Breakfast With Santa event is set Saturday, Dec. 22, 9 to 10:30 a.m., at the Seminole Recreation Center, 9100 113th St. Advance tickets are required. Call 391-8345. Beacon, December 20, 2012 4 candidates qualify for Seminole election SEMINOLE Four City Council candidates met the Dec. 17 qualifying deadline and will be on the ballot for the city's March 12 election. Interim Mayor Leslie Waters was unopposed for her seat and will serve a full term as mayor. Incumbent city councilors Jim Quinn and Thomas Barnhorn are on the ballot, along with challengers Thomas Christy and Matt Nilssen. The four candidates will be seeking terms of three years, seven months that will carry their term of service through November 2016. Bob McClure NRB adds a tax exemption By JEANNIE CARLSON NORTH REDINGTON BEACH In the spirit of Christmas, an ordinance designed to provide prop- erty tax relief to low-income seniors in North Red- ington Beach passed unanimously on its first reading at the Dec. 13 town hall meeting. Seniors 65 and older who own their home in North Redington Beach valued at less than $250,000 and whose annual household income is approximately $23,000 or less will be eligible for an additional $50,000 homestead exemption from the town. Ownership is defined as having the legal or equitable title to their real estate and maintaining it as their permanent residence. The prior ordinance that this one will be replac- ing, instituted the annual income limitation as $20,000 when it began on Jan. 1, 2001. As then, the income limitation will continue to be adjusted annually each Jan. 1 by the percentage change in New Rotary member the average cost-of-living index based upon the Consumer Price Index figures for the prior 12- month period relative to the United States as a whole, issued by the United States Department of Labor. Currently, that figure is approximately $23,000. North Redington Beach seniors eligible for the homestead exemption may apply for and receive this new additional exemption if they qualify. NRB seniors claiming the exemption are required to submit a sworn statement on a Florida Depart- ment of Revenue form of household income to the Pinellas County Property Appraiser no later than March 1. If title to the residence is held jointly with right of survivorship, the person residing (and otherwise qualifying) may receive the entire amount of the additional homestead exemption. This new exemp- tion applies only to property taxes levied by the Town of North Redington Beach. www.tbnweekly.com SVEC recognizes Kiwanis FInuto cuulrt y uo U .LIL '. ILr.1i Curtis Camp, a recently retired corporate trainer from Cincinnati, was inducted as a new member of the Rotary Club of Seminole Lake during the club's annual holiday party at the St. Pete Yacht Club. From left are Camp, club president Marianne Fisher-Moore and past district governor Tim Schuler. Food drive donation Kevin Stein, a fourth-grader at Madeira Beach Fundamental School, recently raised over $400 for a school community service program called Kids Care. His goal was to feed five shut-ins over the Thanksgiving holiday but after receiving more donations than he originally projected, he was able to take care of 11 people. Even after his grateful effort, he had $250 left over, which he donated to the Seminole Junior Women's Club's 14th annual food drive. Club member Jaymi Weismer, above, accepts a check from Stein for the amount. Police 5A Beacon, December 20, 2012 Police beat Investigation leads to 11 drug arrests TREASURE ISLAND A four-month undercover narcotics investigation between the Treasure Island Police Department and the Pinellas County Sheriffs Office culminated Dec. 13 with the arrests of 11 suspects. Arrest teams from both agencies descended upon numerous Treasure Island residences at mid-morn- ing in a detail dubbed "Operation Treasure Chest." Those arrested were charged with various drug re- lated crimes which included sale, possession and trafficking in narcotics. The investigation targeted those involved with ille- gal narcotics within the City of Treasure Island and its beach areas. All but a few of the suspects lived in Treasure Island. Those who resided outside of Treasure Island were expected to be apprehended by the Pinellas County Sheriffs Office. The arrests included: Donald Keith Caver, 54, 12205 Gulf Blvd., No. 3, Treasure Island, charged with four counts of pos- session and sale of crack cocaine. Eric Downey Corson, 52, 102 Bay Plaza, No. 3, Treasure Island, charged with two counts of posses- sion and sale of marijuana. Brian Dwayne Durk, 25, 1011 Gulf Blvd., No. 4, Indian Rocks Beach, charged with six counts of pos- session and sale of oxycodone. Christopher James Erick, 44, transient, Treas- ure Island, charged with two counts of possession and trafficking in morphine. Joseph Kent Frohock, 22, 11950 6th St. E., Treasure Island, charged with four counts of sales and possession of suboxone. Jacqueline "Jackie" Louise Hauck, 44, 9700 Harrell Ave., No. 1, Treasure Island, charged with two counts of possession and sale of marijuana. James Craig Horton II, 26, 12236 Eldon Drive, Largo, charged with 1 count of possession of oxy- codone. Robert Miller, a.k.a. Patrick Miller and "Monkey Mike," 62, transient, Treasure Island, charged with two counts of possession and sale of marijuana. John Fitzgerald Noll, 45, transient, Treasure Is- land, charged with four counts of possession and sale of hydroponic marijuana. Richard Joseph Roam, 34, 9630 Gulf Blvd., Treasure Island, charged with one count of posses- sion of marijuana. Thomas Howard Hannon, 47, transient, Treas- ure Island, charged with two counts of possession and sale of marijuana. All suspects were transported to the Pinellas County Jail. Deputies arrest man who fires at water tower DUNEDIN Pinellas County sheriffs deputies ar- rested a Dunedin man early Tuesday morning for felony criminal mischief, discharging a firearm and use of a firearm while under the influence. According to the Sheriffs report, Mark Fitzgerald, 49, fired multiple shots on the Dunedin Golf Course, 1050 Palm Blvd., and caused damage to the city of Dunedin's 200-foot water tower. 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Deputies encountered him in his vehicle, but deputies say Fitzgerald had fired the rounds ear- lier, while on the course on his golf cart. Deputies say Fitzgerald fired multiple rounds. One of those rounds hit a city of Dunedin water tower located just south of Curlew Road and east of Alt. U.S. 19. The tower holds about a million gallons of water. Deputies say water has been draining out from the hole caused by the round. The city of Dunedin is working to get the dam- ages to the water tower repaired. Fitzgerald was booked into the Pinellas County Jail. Bond was set at $2,400. Unlicensed contractors caught in sting DUNEDIN Ten individuals were arrested for operating as unlicensed contractors in Pinellas County during a sting conducted out of a Dunedin home Dec. 10-13. The Pinellas County Sheriffs Office report that the 10 were issued misdemeanor notices to ap- pear for violation of the unlicensed contractor statute. Several other charges were issued, in- cluding 10 cease and desist citations with no fine and one $2,500 fine issued by the Florida Depart- ment of Business and Professional Regulation. The county's Construction Licensing Board is- sued nine $500 fines. Deputies also made two misdemeanor arrests for driving with a suspended or revoked driver's license and one vehicle was impounded. The sting was conducted by the Sheriffs Office along with the Department of Business and Pro- fessional Regulation, the Department of Financial Services Insurance Fraud Unit and the Pinellas County Licensing Board. According to the sheriffs report, the multi- agency operation targeted unlicensed contractors who advertised various types of home repair serv- ices to include, roofing, AC repair, plumbing and electrical work. The unlicensed contractors were identified through advertisements listed on Craig's List, Angie's List and the Seminole Bea- con. According to investigators, all the identified ads were published without a license number in the ad. Investigators made 38 phone calls to the indi- viduals listed in the advertisements and sched- uled appointments to the home in Dunedin. Ten individuals from eight ads arrived and offered their repair services. Quotes ranged anywhere from $50 up to about $1,500 depending on the service. Deputies said in one instance one indi- vidual offering AC repair services quoted $1,567 and wanted $783 immediately. Sheriff Bob Gualtieri, who announced the re- sults of the operation, urged Pinellas County resi- dents to protect themselves. "It is very important that people use licensed contractors for work in their homes. Take the time to verify those licenses in order to avoid be- coming a victim to those who would prey upon those needing home repair services," Gualtieri said. Tampa Bay Newspapers, publishers of the Seminole Beacon, maintain regular contact with the Pinellas County Contractor's Licensing Board to help ensure the legality of all service advertise- ments placed in their publications, TBN Publish- er Dan Autrey said. "Like all media, we unfortunately have no con- trol over these individuals if they should decide to misrepresent their services to potential cus- tomers," Autrey said. "TBN has ended, and will continue to do so, advertising relationships based on verified complaints from readers responding to advertisements placed in their papers." Florida law sets specific rules and guidelines for obtaining professional licensure, and the peo- ple who have met these requirements are held to professional standards, according to the Depart- ment of Business and Professional Regulation. Consumers can verify professional licenses online at www.myfloridalicense.com. 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Rick the Roofer is owned and operated by Richard Hur- .- ley. He has been in the roofing business for over 14 years. If you need a reliable, honest, and available roofer, we recommend you call Rick the Roofer. Knowing how important it is to catch and repair a small roofing prob- lem before it becomes a large repair problem, Rick is set up to answer your call 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week. Call him at 727-647-0447. He has his own crew no sub- contractors". Rick, the owner, oversees every job and makes sure you are satisfied. Repairs can be done on all types of roofs, even mobile homes. His work comes with a 7 year guarantee on labor and 30 years on materials. Don't take our word for it. Check out your roofing con- tractors by calling Pinellas County Contractor's Licens- ing Board: 727-582-3100. Rick the Roofer's License .. number is CCC1326998. You can also check out Rick the Rick the Roofer repairs tile, metal, Roofer on Angle's List. Foryour FREE ESTIMATE call 727- shingles, built up & flat roofs as well 527-5821, Rick the Roofer. as mobile home roofs. Starkey Road Baptist Church Celebrates Christmas & New Years with joyful worship. You're invited! Christmas Sunday Service is December 23 at 10:30am. Enjoy the sounds of the Christmas Choir, worship with talented vocalists, and sing carols with the festive sounds of the orchestra. Pastor Lancaster will be bringing a unique and encouraging message about Christ's birth. SChristmas Eve Service, December 24 is at 5pm. At this special family celebration enjoy the story of the Savior's birth depicted by children in cos- S. tume, with readings and carols. The evening will conclude with a young string duo playing "Silent Night" as we participate in a candlelight celebra- tion. Starkey First Night: Sunday, December 30, from 5:15 to 8pm. Talented individuals and Located at 8800 Starkey Road in Seminole. Church Serv- groups will be performing throughout the ices: Sunday at 10:30am and 6pm, Wednesdays at 7:15pm. evening at different venues on the campus. There will be a presentation by the Creative Ministry Team, a Craft Display, and a display of some "show" cars for the auto enthusiast. Refreshments are provided. So come one, come all, to the Starkey Road Baptist Church. Worship and enjoy this wonderful time of the year. The Holidays come to life at the PIER- Fun, Shopping, Dining, and Lights & Musicians performing Holiday Music. Visit the Pier during the holidays. Area schools, churches and dance groups will perform through December 22nd. The strolling Dickens Carolers welcome you to join them on Friday & Saturday, December ... 21st and 22nd between 5-8pm. The weekly Music Fest by the Bay is held on Sundays from 1-4pm in the Courtyard. During the month 23, Holiday tunes with the "Robert Harris Group and Dec 30th, White Hot Grill. New Year's Eve at the Pier is ALWAYS a family treat with face and body painting, comedy, a hypnosis show, a chance to star in your Own Dance Video and a lineup of great bands perform from 1pm to lam. "Father Time" will appear with the fabulous music of "Big Night Out" from 9pm-lam. Don't forget the Fireworks at 9pm and midnight. Make the Pier your destination place. This is where locals and visitors of our area blend together to sightsee or just Gather around the tree and relax. Open until May 31, 2013, with day and night fun for all ages. enjoy the strolling Dickens For details on all events go to- www.stpetepier.com. Carolers on Friday & Saturday Facebook.com/StPetepler or Twitter-com/StPetePler. evenings. Dec., 21, 22. @ Tampa Bay Newspapers: All rights reserved ... III Il l I1 m I I WE General Park Admission for Adults, Seniors and Children (3-12yrs) are just $9.99 with a valid Florida ID. All rates are plus tax. Offer valid through 01/08/2013. 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Stagnant tree water is a breeding ground for bacteria and your pet could end up with nausea or diarrhea if consumed. Kitties love tinsel, a sparkly, light catching "toy" that's easy to bat around and carry in their mouths. But a nibble can lead to a swallow, which can lead to an obstructed digestive tract, severe vomiting, de- hydration and possible surgery. It's best to brighten your holidays with something other than tinsel. Do not feed your pets chocolate or anything sweetened with xylitol. Make sure to keep your pets away from the table and unattended food and be sure to secure the lids on garbage cans. Chose holiday gifts for your pets that are safe. Dogs can tear apart toys and swallow the pieces that can become lodged in the esophagus, stom- ach or intestines. Stick with chew toys that are in- destructible. Cats are attracted to toys with long stringy objects like yarn, ribbon or small moving parts, but they may get stuck in the intestines, often requiring surgery. Surprise your kitty with a new ball that's too big to swallow, a stuffed catnip toy or an interactive cat dancer. Forget the holly and mistletoe. Holly, when in- gested, can cause pets to suffer nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Mistletoe can cause gastrointestinal upset and cardiovascular problems. Many vari- eties of lilies can cause kidney failure if ingested. Hold the leftovers. Fatty, spicy and other human foods, as well as bones, should not be fed to your furry friends. Don't leave lighted candles unattended. Pets may burn themselves or cause a fire if they knock candles over. Be sure to use appropriate candle- holders, placed on a stable surface. If you leave the room, put the candle out. Keep wires, batteries and glass or plastic oma- ments out of paws' reach. A wire can deliver a po- tentially lethal electrical shock and a punctured battery can cause bums to the mouth and esoph- agus, while shards of breakable ornaments can damage your pet's mouth. If your animal-loving guests would like to give your pets a little extra attention and exercise while you're busy tending to the party, ask them to feel free to start a nice play or petting session. Make sure all of your medications are locked behind secure doors and be sure to tell your guests to keep their meds zipped up and packed away. If your celebration includes adult holiday bev- erages, be sure to place your unattended alcoholic drinks where pets cannot get them. If ingested, your pet could become weak, ill and may even go into a coma, possibly resulting in death from res- piratory failure. Give your pet their own quite space to retreat to that is complete with fresh water and a place to snuggle. Shy pups and cats might want to hide out under a piece of furniture, in their carrier or in a separate room away from the excitement. As you count down to the new year please keep in mind that strings of thrown confetti can get lodged in a cat's intestine, if ingested, requiring surgery. Noisy poppers and fireworks can terrify pets and cause possible damage to sensitive ears. Information was provided by the American Soci- ety for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Pinellas County Animal Services is located at 12450 Ulmerton Road in Largo. Normal hours of operation are Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the adoption center closing at 4:30 p.m. The adoption center is also open the first and third Saturday of the month from 9 a.m. to noon. To re- claim a lost pet, visit the shelter between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. The facility is closed Sunday and holidays. For more information, visit www.pinellascounty. org/animalservices or call 582-2600. The lost or found pet hotline number is 582-2604. Law enforcement plans rigid enforcement on highways during holidays Law enforcement agencies across the state are launching special "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" crackdowns to stop impaired driv- ers and to save lives on Florida's roadways. Officers will be aggressively looking for im- paired drivers and will arrest anyone caught driving impaired. Enforcement efforts will in- clude sobriety checkpoints and heavy enforce- ment. The special enforcement crackdown will run through Jan. 1. "Lots of folks will be out during this busy holiday season, enjoying themselves and the holiday festivities, and we want everyone to be safe on our roadways," said Lora Hollingsworth, Florida Department of Trans- portation chief safety officer. "That's why our law enforcement partners will be stepping up efforts to catch and arrest impaired drivers. If you are caught drinking and driving impaired, you will be arrested. No warnings. No excuses." During 2011 there were 920 alcohol relat- ed/suspected fatalities in Florida resulting from motor vehicle traffic crashes. The holiday season is a particularly dangerous time. Na- tionally, in December, approximately 30 per- cent of all fatalities in motor vehicle traffic crashes involve alcohol-impaired drivers. "We want everyone to enjoy their holidays, but we also want our roadways to be safe," said Holiday gas prices continue to fall By SUZETTE PORTER Millions of travelers will be grateful for falling gas prices as they take to the roadways this holiday sea- son. As of Sunday, Dec. 16, a gallon of regular unlead- ed was almost the same as it was last year, $3.25, according to AAA's Fuel Gauge Report. Floridians were paying slightly more than the na- tional average, $3.27, which is 1.5 cents less than the same date in 2011. People living in the metropolitan area of Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwa- ter were playing an average of $3.18 2 cents less than last year and 7 cents less than they paid at the pump last week. The good news is that experts predict the down- ward trend will continue with prices below $3 be- coming commonplace in the near future. Prices in Pinellas County had already fallen below $3, according to prices posted Sunday night on www.tampagasprices.com. Stations throughout the county were offering gas at $2.99. Prices ranged to a high of $3.18. 'The year-end holiday season is the busiest travel time of the year," said Jessica Brady, AAA spokesperson for The Auto Club Group. "Whether families plan a traditional holiday at grandma's house or a cruise to the Caribbean, one thing is cer- tain, being with family and friends remain the most important factor during the holiday season." Despite an increase in holiday travel throughout the year and an expected increase for Christmas and New Year's, AAA reports that three in five peo- ple prefer to stay home for Christmas. However, a large number, three in four, said they were interested in taking an unorthodox holiday va- cation, such as a cruise to the tropics or visiting an- other country. ASSET PROTECTION, NURSING HOME MEDICAID WILLS-TRUSTS-PROBATE, ADVANCED DIRECTIVES I~Y4Seminole, FL 33772 IeyComfort ) Keeopor "Seniors and the "Holiday Blues" Typically theholiday season is a time of sharingjoy and creating more new memories with family and friends, whereas, many of those who are older find that they feel disappointed, stressed and often sad. The factors behind these feelings that create the"hol- idayblues" may stem from oneormoreof the follow- ing reasons: Reminder of past losses of loved ones which takes on a greater significance during the holidays Sadness over "then" so many cherished mem- ories of the past and unable to find pleasure in the "now" ~ Unrealistic expectations- such as family togeth- emess, joyful events full of happiness. When realities fall short of these expectations, this may cause person to plummet to new lows of sadness and loneliness. ~ Spendingholidays alone There are seniorswho live alone and may be distanced from family and friends. Grown childrenoftenbecome busywith their own obligations, not iealizinghowmuch theirparents lookforward to sharing time witthe, "time" being the ultimate gift to lift their spirits. SCoping with health issues inability to partici- pate in activities they once enoyed. This holiday season, plan a visit or make a phone call to your elderly family member or friend. Reaching out will help ease their loneliness. Time is the most valuable gift of all and the most difficult for some to come byin this hurry up" society Wehave good in- tentions to make a visit, write a special note, yet "time rushes by" Remembe; it is never too late to make a difference in the life of an elderly person who has so many thoughts and remembrances to share, with the person who pays a visit or drops a note. Give the gift of time now to a loved one who may live alone. You willnotonlybringjoy to theheartof this dearperson, but enjoy the reward of making a difference simply by listening and engaging in stories of their families, their struggles, and theirmost fondmemories. Honor them, encourage them and love them for their contri- butions to our world. We are all contributors. 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Tampa Bay Newspapers: All rights reserved www.tbnweekly.com fi jj \;re IQ . c.eS ;5 f T Gk C 8A P000 -1 nr~-~mmori~l~l. ~ csrr. I *- , T @ Tampa Bay Newspapers: All rights reserved www.tbnweekly.com Beacon, December 20, 2012 SOsceola's finest Photo courtesy of GENE STERN Michael Detsis, left, and Jade Payne, right, were recently named the Rotary Club of Seminole Lake Students of the Month for December at Osceola High School. Principal Michael Bohnet is standing in the center. Detsis has a weighted grade-point average of 4.62. He is a member of the boys tennis team, volunteers at the St. Petersburg Public Library and assists at his Greek Orthodox church as an acolyte. He plans to major in engineering in college. Payne has a weighted GPA of 4.7. She plays recreational soccer, volunteers at Mease Dunedin Hospital, Toys for Tots and the Rock 'n Roll Marathon in St. Petersburg. She is also a member of nearly every academic honors group and enjoys playing the ukulele. 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CHRISTMAS 2012 Mass Schedule Monday, Dec. 24th 4:30 PM Midnight Mass Tuesday, Dec. 25th 8:00 AM & 10 AM NEW YEAR'S Mass Schedule Monday, Dec. 31st 4:30 PM Vigil Tuesday, Jan. 1st 9 AM & 11 AM Beacon, December 20, 2012 Starkc Rd. Largo BardimoorArea ST. NLATTHEW RONLAIN CATHOLIC CHURCH CHRISTMAS MASSES lMnKL\,l)cI 24. -4 41 fl 11 (M 1111np ( IliiI.' I .Mui i lic ..IIl. ', *I pm "( In, l ich!: !t i 1.,111111, p.m . ( l'istin.I, 1).1 Dct 2 In 110 a.m. '2" 'il .S *i|.. hll.\\cilue North ,i 1 l \ I ,,l I ,I k I. -. hi 1 1 .i l 1 1 l i, r e s t a t i n. i -, -. Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship 7pm Christmas Day Service 10am Lessons & Carols 10255 Paradise Blvd., Treasure Island 727-360-5739 -tarting JanuarXy.5th,2o13'l saturday Service :. The Lasting Gift of Christmas is the One who Keeps on Giving i Share the Gift this Christmas at Calvary Episcopal Church 1615 1st St Indian Rocks Beach (727) 595.2374 www.calvaryirb.org Christmas Eve: Christmas Day: 5 PM Especially for Children & Families 7PM "Traditional" Old English "Rite I" 9 PM "Midnight Mass" of the Nativity 10 AM Holy Eucharist of Christmas Day Come Join Us at Seminole First Baptist Church Monday, December 24 in the Worship Center Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at 6:00 PM 11045 Park Boulevard Seminole, Florida 33772 (727) 392-7729 I Ulmerton Rd I 102nd Ave N Seminole Joh.nsn Blvd Park Blvd Invites you to join us Christmas Eve, Monday, December 24th Pre-Worship Music Starting at 6:30p.m. "The JoyfJl Noise Band" Christmas Eve Service at 7:00 p.m. Christmas Carols, Music by "The Lady Angels", routh Nativity, Christmas Cantata "Wondrous Gift" 5400 Seminole Boulevard (Parking entrance at 54th Ave.) 727-391-9781 122012 For Those Seeking A Return and Renewal of their Catholic Faith This Christmas Try a Jesus-Centered Purpose Driven Catholic Church ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH JESUS CENTERED & PURPOSE DRIVEN Join us for Christmas Services December 24th Christmias Eve 4:00pm, 6:30pm (Family Mass) andl O:O()jim nInJI iJit \L-s December 25th Christrias Day 10 :OOam Mass and Special Call To Worsl.n 1 m;,, I/, I '. .\1.-- 10851 Ridge Road, Seminole www.stjustinmartyr.net Mass Times: Sat. 4pm, Sun. 8am, 9:30am, 11:30am (Praise & Worship Band) Our FREE GIFT to You with no obligation Call Now! 727-397-3312 Ext. 311 All are welcome, learn more about our SCCs and January Bible study classes call 727-397-3312 ext. 311 CHURCH OF THE ISLES 5p ni Family Scn'h'cb 7prn GCros el CG?/a/l7illit 11 p r' (2_, 1ir n Cllllpm Cammuanion Gr adiiclisilit 727-595-1038 Rev. Jamies D. Rapp, Pastor 200 24th Avenue Indian Rocks Beach www.churchoftheisles.org OF THE ISLES CHURCH OF CHRIST r-I. ! o. Friendship Community Church Please Join us at oulr ne\v location 4321 Duhme Road, Madeira Beach Christmas Eve Candlelight & Live Nativity Services 5:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Pastor Michael Hargra\e @ Tampa Bay Newspapers: All rights reserved Everyone is Welcome! St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church Sunday Service 10:15 a.m. S1088 126th Ave. N., Largo, FL 33778 727-586-6968 www.stdunstansfl.org ^^'"^^Yg ~Christmas Eve Service 7:00 p.m. BfLiwiNG FAITHl -fw ---.i I Christmas Eve Services]. www.tbnweekly.com Beacon, December 20, 2012 Community 11 A Following is a listing of some holiday services scheduled at places of worship throughout Pinellas County. Friendship Community Church MADEIRA BEACH Friendship Community Church, 4321 Duhme Road. On Christmas Eve, Monday, Dec. 24, the church will host candlelight and live nativity services at 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. Church By The Sea MADEIRA BEACH Church By The Sea, 13701 Gulf Blvd. On Christmas Eve, Monday, Dec. 24, the church will present contemporary worship at 7 p.m. and a candlelight service at 11 p.m. Call 391-7706 or visit www.churchbythesea.com. Christ the King Presbyterian Church SEMINOLE Christ the King Presbyterian Church, 5400 Seminole Blvd. A Festival of Lessons and Carols will be presented on Christmas Eve, Monday, Dec. 24, 6 p.m. Call 394-0787. Seminole First Baptist Church SEMINOLE Seminole First Baptist Church, 11045 Park Blvd. A Christmas Eve candlelight service will be pre- sented Monday, Dec. 24, 6 p.m. Call 392-7729. Faith Presbyterian Church SEMINOLE Faith Presbyterian Church, 11501 Walker Ave. Christmas Eve services, on Monday, Dec. 24, will include a service especially for families with younger children, 4 p.m.; a service with chancel choir, 8 p.m.; and candles, carols and communion, 11 p.m. Call 391-0596. Bay Ridge Baptist SEMINOLE Bay Ridge Baptist, 1655 113th St. A Christmas Eve candlelight service will be pre- sented Monday, Dec. 24, 6 p.m. Prior to the service, cookies and homemade cider will be served at 5:30 p.m. Call 391-1935. Connect2Christ Church SEMINOLE Connect2Christ Church, in Free- dom Square Roskamp Auditorium, 7800 Liberty Lane. "Rejoice," a Christmas musical, will be presented Sunday, Dec. 23, 9:45 a.m. Communion and a can- dlelight service will be offered Christmas Eve, Mon- day, Dec. 24, 6 p.m. Visit www.c2cchurch.com. Oakhurst United Methodist Church SEMINOLE Oakhurst United Methodist Church, 13400 Park Blvd. Christmas Eve services, on Monday, Dec. 24, will include a family service with Christmas pageant and candle lighting, 5 p.m.; contemporary worship and candle lighting, 6:30 p.m.; and traditional service with candle lighting, 8 p.m. Call 391-4769 or visit www.oakhurstumc.com. Seminole United Methodist Church SEMINOLE Seminole United Methodist Church, 5400 Seminole Blvd. On Christmas Eve, Monday, Dec. 24, the church will present pre-worship music at 6:30 p.m. followed by a Christmas Eve service, 7 p.m. Call 391-9781. St. Justin Martyr Roman Catholic Church SEMINOLE St. Justin Martyr Roman Catholic Church, 10851 Ridge Road. On Monday, Dec. 24, Christmas Eve services will include a service at 4 p.m., family mass at 6:30 p.m., and candlelight mass at 10 p.m. On Tuesday, Dec. 25, the church will host a mass at 10 a.m. and a special call to worship 15 minutes before the mass. Call 397-3312 or visit www.stjustinmartyr.net. Paradise Lutheran Church TREASURE ISLAND Paradise Lutheran Church, 10255 Paradise Blvd. On Christmas Eve, Monday, Dec. 24, 7 p.m., a candlelight service will be presented. The Christmas Day service will be presented Tuesday, Dec. 25, 10 a.m., and will include lessons and carols. Call 360-5739. Church of the Isles INDIAN ROCKS BEACH Church of the Isles, 200 24th Ave. Christmas Eve services, on Monday, Dec. 24, will include a family service, 5 p.m.; carols and candle- light, 7 p.m.; and communion and candlelight, 11 p.m. Call 595-1038. Calvary Episcopal Church INDIAN ROCKS BEACH Calvary Episcopal Church, 1615 First St. Christmas Eve services, on Monday, Dec. 24, will include a service especially for children and families, 5 p.m.; a traditional, old English service, 7 p.m.; and a candlelight mass, 9 p.m. Christmas Day services, on Tuesday, Dec. 25, will be a Holy Eucharist, at 10 a.m. Call 595-2374. St. Patrick Catholic Church LARGO St. Patrick Catholic Church, 1507 Trot- ter Road. Christmas Eve services, on Monday, Dec. 24, will include a mass at 4:30 p.m.; and a midnight mass. Christmas Day services, on Tuesday, Dec. 25, will include mass at 8 and 10 a.m. New Year's Day services, on Tuesday, Jan. 1, will include mass at 9 and 11 a.m. Call 584-2318. St. Paul United Methodist Church LARGO St. Paul United Methodist Church, 1199 Highland Ave. Christmas Eve services, Monday, Dec. 24, will in- clude family worship in the Christian Life Enrich- ment Center, 5 p.m.; and candlelight worship in the sanctuary, 7 and 9 p.m. Call 584-8165. St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church LARGO St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church, 10888 126th Ave. A Christmas Eve service will be presented Mon- CHRIST E KING PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IN AMERICA We iite you t joi us as we lorify Cod Irouh fiA worshi and stren en the knHdo of Caisft irou outreawoh Lov r bionss and WOmHP WTHL U SUNWA MORNING IIS day, Dec. 24, 7 p.m. Call 586-6968 or visit www.episcopalswfl.org. Prince of Peace Lutheran Church LARGO Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 455 Missouri Ave. Christmas Eve services, on Monday, Dec. 24, will include worship with children's choir and youth bells, 5 p.m.; and worship with pre-service music beginning at 7:10 p.m. and at 9:40 p.m. Child care will be available at the 5 and 7:10 services. Call 585-9969 or visit www.poplargo.org. Christ Presbyterian Church LARGO Christ Presbyterian Church, 3115 Dryer Ave. A candlelight service will be presented on Christ- mas Eve, Monday, Dec. 24, 5:30 p.m. Prior to the service, carols will be sung at 5:30 p.m. Call 584-8695. St. Matthew Roman Catholic Church LARGO St. Matthew Roman Catholic Church, 9111 90th Ave. N. Christmas masses will be presented Monday, Dec. 24, 4 and 6 p.m. Christmas music will begin at 9:30 p.m. followed by a candlelight mass at 10 p.m. Call 393-1288. FESTnAL OF LESSONS ANT CAROL &OOpm ChNislos Eve Monday eivmber 2Hh Hwst 4 Chapel NW Comer of 4 Ave. N. *ejiob &lvd. 727-394-0787 HISROCK@live.com Pastor Peter Byron La Pointe www.ctkpcaseminole.com 122012 Christ Presbyterian Church Christmas Eve Carols 5:30pm Candlelight Service 6:00pm Located two blocks east of Indian Rocks Road at: 3115 Dryer Ave., Largo Phone (727) 584-8695 Nursery Available Bus Transportation Available M1. St. Dunstan's Anglican Church 403 First Ave. SW, Largo 727-581-1435 -www.stdunstansfl.com Christmas Eve., Monday Dec. 24, 2012 4:00pm Holy Communion Traditional Worship 7:30pm Christmas Carols 8:00pm Holy Communion Contemporary Worship 10:30pm Christmas Carols 11:00pm Festal Holy Communion Contemporary Worship Christmas Day, Tuesday Dec. 25, 2012 11:00am Holy Communion Traditional Worship Candlelight Christmas Eve Service Monday 12/24, 6pm (Cookies and Homemade Cider at 5:30!) www.bayridgebaptist.org 391-1935, 1655 113th St. in Seminole 122012 Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship "O Come Let us adore him, Christ the Lord" At each worship service we celebrate Holy Communion Festival Eucharist Saturday, Dec. 24th 5:00pm Worship with Children's Choir and Youth Bells 7:10pm Pre-Service Music 7:30pm Worship with Choir, Pipe Organ, Bells, Brass and Timpani *Childcare available at 5:00 and 7:30 Services 9:40pm Pre-Service Music 10:00pm Worship with Choir, Pipe Organ, Bells, Brass and Timpani Proclamation of the birth of Christ Choirs and instruments support our song. - PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH 455 Missouri Avenue (across from Largo High School) 727-585-9969 t www.poplargo.org 122012 Highland Presbyterian Church Welcomes Back Northern Friends and New Neighbors seeking a caring place to worship. Join Us Monday, December 24th @ 4pm Christmas Eve Candlelight Music Service Traditional Services Sundays @ 10am Scottish Minister, Great Fellowship Sunday Sermon and Calendar Available on Website www.highlandpcusa.org Bible Study, Tuesday 11:30am Monthly Book Review Small Enough to Care, Friendliest Church in Town 1885 S. Highland Ave. (Above Rosery) (727) 584-1191 Rev. D. Lindsay Frame, Pastor Oakhurst United Methodist Church CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES 5:00 p.m. Family Service with Christmas Pageant & Candle Lighting 6:00 p.m. Hors d'oeuvres and Desserts 6:30 p.m. Contemporary Worship & Candle Lighting 8:00 p.m. Traditional Service with Communion & Candle Lighting 13400 Park Blvd. Seminole (727) 391-4769 www.oakhurstumc.com Tampa Bay Newspapers: All rights reserved www.tbnweekly.com 1 2A Sports Beacon, December 20, 2012 I I S DECEMBER i16 Walk/ 22 Ride Every Day I 11 Walk /17 Ride After 1:00PM Anytime Sat/Sun. 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The fee is $150 for the first child and $100 for each additional child. Three proofs of residency are required (utility bill, voter's ID card, driver's license) as well as an original birth certificate. For more information, call Jane Dekorte at 647-1472. Junior camps set at Treasure Bay TREASURE ISLAND Treasure Bay Golf and Tennis, 10315 Para- dise Blvd., is offering tennis and golf camps for juniors Wednesday, Dec. 26 through Friday, Jan. 4, 9 a.m. to noon. The fee is $20 per day. Preregistration is required. Call 360-6062. Fast Pitch Softball registration starts PINELLAS PARK- Pinellas Fast Pitch Softball is conducting registra- tion for spring softball at Youth Park. Girls ages 6-16 are eligible. Visit www.sportssignup.com/Pinellas-Fast-Pitch-Softball-Inc-On- line-Registration.start to register online. The fee is $125. Call Candy at 686-0957 for more information. Run, walk benefits schools LARGO Gulf Coast Giving's Upgrade2Success 5K-1M Run/Walk starts Saturday, March 16, 8 a.m., at Walsingham Park. The event includes a visit from the Easter Bunny and an Easter egg hunt. Perks include race T-shirt, music, food, water stations, silent auction, raffle by bib number, giveaways, finisher medals and arts and crafts for the kids. Register online at www.GulfCoastGiving.org/run. Proceeds will help select Pinellas County Schools obtain IT equip- ment and provide training for their staff and students. Early registration for the 5K run/Walk is $20 until March 1 and in- cludes all race perks. Each registered adult can enter two children under 18 for free. Regular registration is $25 from March 2 through March 15. Register online at www.GulfCoastGiving.org/run. Gulf Coast Giving is a nonprofit organization that provides schools and nonprofit organizations with computer equipment and training. Team USA plans baseball tryouts PINELLAS PARK -The Team USA 10-under travel baseball club plans open tryouts at Davis Field for motivated kids wanting to take their skills to another level. Call 410-5037 or 452-3680 for tryout dates and more information. Tides WGA seeks 9-hole players SEMINOLE The Tides Women's Golf Association invites players to participate in its weekly 9-hole league Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. at the Tides Golf Club. The 18-hole league tees off at 7:30 a.m. For more information, call Judy at 392-3576 or the Tides Golf Club Hoops action Photo by BRAD RICHARDSON Seminole's Jarron King (15) makes a break past Pinellas Park's Brandon Jones (5) in a high school basketball game Dec. 12 at Seminole. The Warhawks defeated Pinellas Park 60-46. at 393-8483. Power Squadron plans safe boating classes ST. PETERSBURG The St. Petersburg Sail and Power Squadron will present a seven-week safe boating program titled "Amer- ica's Boating Course," beginning Monday, Jan. 7, at the St. Petersburg Sailing Center, 250 Second Ave. SE, Demens Landing. Classes meet on consecutive Mondays from 7 to 9 p.m. The classes cover required safety equipment, boat handling, rules of the road, navigation aids, anchoring, adverse conditions, communica- tions, trailering, PWC operation, knots and lines, introduction to charts and more. Graduates qualify for a Florida Boating Safety Education ID Card and may qualify for some insurance deduction. Cost of the instruction is free. Materials are $35 per family. Preregistration is required. Register online at www.boating -stpete.org. ROLEX Pinellas County's Only Authorized Rolex Dealer! 727-586-2577 Harold Freeman Jewelers 100 Indian Rocks Road North Belleair Bluffs I ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ I 10% OFF'J Agi~ ny Servn^ice 'i^ Mondy t Wdneda Bring us your auto problems! We (on fix it! 'n' 'Our I i I FREE ESTIMI]ATESII Beacon, December 20, 2012 Holidays restore faith in goodwill toward everyone I love the holidays. I adore the lights, the glitter and that feeling of excitement humming through the air. And, most especially, I thrive on the feeling of goodwill as the community comes together to help our own. Most of us stay unaware of what it is like to be poor. We cannot imagine what it is like to work all day, every day and still not have enough money to pay rent .4 and buy food. We P /,-rr,- :'. r.!i cannot know how it feels to have to tell your child there is no supper tonight. We cannot fathom what it is like to be in pain and have no money to see a doctor, or even worse to have a sick child, spouse or parent and not be able to afford medicine. We cannot imagine the fear, the hopelessness. It's beyond our ability to relate to the elderly who have no family and no one to care. We do not know how it feels to be miserably lonely, hungry and scared. At a recent Pinellas County Commissioners meeting, an official talked about visiting a family living in deplorable conditions. There were eight or nine people living in a one-bedroom home. The only light was from a single bulb hanging from the ceiling. The cook stove was the only source of heat. I remember going to places like that as a child in a small town in Arkansas. My mother is what some would call a professional do- gooder. My brother and I often thought we might starve as we wait- ed for her to come home to feed us. We complained that she cared more for "those people" than her own family. Yes, we were spoiled. During the holidays, she took us with her to visit those less fortu- nate. We took boxes of food and gifts of toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, deodorant, toilet paper and the like. We took socks, under- wear and coats. My brother and I did not think the gifts were wor- thy Christmas presents. My mom told us we would think different if we did not have those things at home. I remember hating to go into some houses because they smelled. When I complained, I was told to be kind. They are doing their best, my mother said. The next year, our boxes included cleaning prod- ucts and bleach. My church group went to the nursing homes at Christmas as well. We sang carols and visited with the residents. In the begin- ning, I did not like it. Those old folks were weird and they smelled funny, too. My mom ignored my complaints. She said, "Suzette, this makes them happy for just a little while. It will not hurt you to help." Some of them would cry. They were so grateful that someone cared. They would say thank you over and over. Many begged us to come again. I did not understand that; for some our visit would be the only thing that made the holiday different from any other day. The needs of others are not something most of us consider as we go about our day-to-day business. But the need is there. People just like you and me are struggling. The only thing that separates us is a paycheck, decent health and having someone to care. More families are homeless in Pinellas than ever before. Children are living in their cars with their parentss. There will be no Christ- mas tree or presents or holiday meal unless it comes from you or me. The holidays truly are magical. Amidst the glitter and lights and that feeling of excitement is a huge effort to reach out to those in need. Businesses, organizations, churches, charities and individu- als are collecting food, clothing and toys with the goal to make the holidays a little bit brighter for us all. Law enforcement agencies, fire departments and other government agencies go beyond their normal jobs of public servants to do as much as they can. Imagine if we could take the spirit of Christmas and apply it every day to helping those in need without judgment of their circum- stance. Could we stop homelessness? Could we end hunger? Could we prevent unnecessary pain and suffering? Could we create hope? I love the magic of Christmas. Here's to peace on earth and good- will to us all. Suzette Porter is Tampa Bay Newspapers online editor and Inter- net services manager. Write her at webmaster@TBNweekly.com. LETTERS The elderly wait in silence for their children Editor: Where have the children gone? She sits in the hallway with the suitcase by her side. As I pass, she takes hold of my arm and pulls me and motions me to come closer. She says she is waiting for her daughter to take her home. As she talked, tears rolled down her face. Yet I could see a sparkle in her eyes and a smile on her face. She reminded me of my mom, who once had that same look on her face, but my mom was in a hos- pital, not a nursing home. I was happy for this frail little lady, until I heard the head nurse. This lady has sat in that hallway with that empty suitcase for seven years, ever since her daughter left her, never to return. Where have all the children gone? Don't they remember the love and happiness once given? Are their loved ones so busy that they can't even share just a visit, a kiss and "I love you" or just a thank you? Their hearts must truly be frozen. Each day she'll sit and wait, with that same sparkle in those eyes and that same smile and return to her room and wait for tomorrow. I hurt when I think of that lady and the tomorrows to follow. I don't think she really is waiting for her daughter any longer. I think now she sits and waits for her death. I'm sure when it comes it will be an angel, and he'll pick her up in his arms, and she will still have that sparkle in her eyes and that smile on her face. Dolores Pryor Largo Appreciates meeting coverage Editor: Millie and I have just finished reading (with great pleasure), the cov- erage of our recent City Commission meeting and the vote taken on this project. We both concur that this article did much to answer questions and to clarify the issue regarding the 500 feet owned by St. Petersburg. Several phone calls to our home have all been positive, and we want to extend our thanks for excellent reporting! P.S.: We feel fortunate to have Bob (McClure) and your newspaper in our community. Julian Fant Commissioner, District 2, Treasure Island Thank you, Lighthouse Editor: My husband and I had a lovely vacation in the Indian Rocks Beach area last week. We arrived on Sunday, Dec. 2, and drove directly to the Lighthouse Donuts because we love their key lime donuts. After enjoying donuts and coffee, we heard that the IRB Parade was about to begin. We walked around and enjoyed the floats and entertain- ment. We returned to the Lighthouse only to find that I had left my purse on the front deck. I had no idea I had left it there and was quite shocked. A young employee met us and said he had been keeping an eye on my purse for me until I returned. Everything was intact and I was so thankful. It is nice to know that there are honest people in the world. We will definitely be back to Indian Rocks Beach and the Light- house. Thank you again to the Lighthouse. Janice Holden Burlington, Ontario Viewpoints 13A At Christmas, what of Yoka? Each year at Christmas time it saddens me to be the lowest specimen of religious life - a lapsed Presbyterian but I still manage to hold my head up and enjoy the goings on. Most Christmas practices are based on tra- ditions, and that's reassuring. Old memories are often the best the giving of gifts, the singing of carols, the bright lights, the send- ing of greeting cards to people you haven't seen or even thought about for the past year. It takes me back to my childhood and my early religious training. This consisted of our parents dropping my siblings and me off at the nearest Protestant Sunday School each week, and then picking us up an hour later. To their credit, our parents seldom asked us, "Well, what did you learn today?" The truthful answer would have been, "Very lit- tle," thanks to the hodge-podge of Sunday school teachers our little minds were ex- posed to. Most of the teachers possessed only an approximate idea of who Jesus was, but they taught us that he had been mur- dered by a gang of Jews and Romans in order to save us all, 2000 years later, from unspecified sins we didn't even know we had committed. From that point it became even more confusing, and still is. I'm glad I wasn't bright enough to raise my hand and ask the teacher, "Could you please explain the doctrine of the Immacu- late Conception?" I'd probably have been ex- pelled. This would have forced me to dream up some really imaginative excuses to give my parents. Or it would have allowed my mother to introduce me to neighbors by say- ing, "Have you met my brilliant son? He was recently kicked out of Sunday School." "And what of Yoka?" Have you ever heard a less gripping opening line in one of the Driver's Seat Bob Driver segments of a Christmas pageant? Nor have I, but it was mine and mine alone in Decem- ber 1945 at the First Presbyterian Church of Ashland, Pa. The Sunday school's teen-agers had been hornswoggled into presenting a play describing how Christmas was celebrat- ed in various nations. I can't remember where Yoka lived. Somewhere in Africa, I be- lieve. When I told my brother Dave about Yoka and the knock-'em-dead first words of my monologue, he laughed for an hour. So did I. We wondered which amateur playwright had dreamed up the script. Dave nicknamed me Yoka, and to this day we can dissolve into paroxysms of jollity just by inquiring "And what of Yoka?" On the night of the pageant's presentation I don't recall my getting any curtain calls. Still, it was a Christmas anec- dote to put in my memory box. You're probably aware that one of our Christmas traditions is fading fast and being replaced by a new holiday custom. Disappearing is the Battle of the Malls, complete with fighting for a parking space, endless trudging from store to store, com- peting with other shoppers for a clerks' at- tention, and then lugging home gift packages. The growing replacement for all of this is the computer. It lets us sit happily at home, coffee or beer at our side, and punch up dozens of commercial websites whose owners will gladly ship to us (for a fee) any of 6 million gifts shown on our computer screen. Computerized shopping brings with it yet another major improvement over the weari- ness of in-store shopping, namely, no Christmas carols assaulting our ears. I'm not talking about the religion-based songs, such as Come All Ye Faithful, Joy to the World and Hark the Herald Angels Sing, pre- sented by outstanding choral groups such as the Robert Shaw Chorale or the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Most malls don't choose those carols, to start with. What they prefer and continue to play is secular holiday garbage having little or noth- ing to do with Christ or his teachings. If I were king I'd levy crippling taxes on any store or radio station that played warmed- over, moss-eaten songs about Rudolph, sil- ver bells, chestnuts roasting on an open fire, baby it's cold outside, bells jingling, singing chipmunks, a brat who saw mommy kissing Santa Claus and that most god-awful con- coction, the Twelve Days of Christmas. The list is endless, and keeps growing as singers and music moguls think of new ways to make a buck out of our often-uncritical fas- cination with Christmas and its trappings. But oddly enough, by 1 a.m. each Dec. 26 Christmas enthusiasm abruptly stops. Its replacements on the excitement scale: New Year's Eve and the Super Bowl playoffs. Ain't life grand? And so it goes. Along with my predictable kvetching, I send sincere holiday wishes to all of my 37 Faithful Readers. Bob Driver is a former columnist and edito- rial page editor for the Clearwater Sun. Send him an email at tralee71 @comcast.net. U.S. must prepare for violence The massacre at Sandy Hook Elementary School on Friday reawakened us all to the terrible fact that we are not as safe and se- cure as we used to be in our homes, in our workplaces, in our shopping malls and in our schools. Friday, we were again reminded that the U.S., in the course of becoming too free a nation over the last half century, has evolved into the amoral society envisioned in the 20th century films of Stanley Kubrick and Quentin Tarantino. Many of those films anticipated today's graphic violence and foretold of our acceptance of such disgrace- ful, surreal chaos. It's been 12 years since 9/11, and except for increased security at airports, we Ameri- cans have continued to live our day-to-day lives within a false framework of harmless refuge, deadened to the realities to which we are all vulnerable. It's a bizarre culture that chooses to over- look, sanction, and even glorify bloodshed and mayhem. And it's made worse by the 24-7 instantaneous news cycle that pounds our senses with constant news of violence to the point that we can't listen or care any- more. Despite this particular massacre, which hit home to every parent, we will continue to discourage common sense limits to the propagation of violent behavior. We do that in the name of protecting important consti- tutional rights, including that to bear arms, to speak freely and to make our own deci- sions, even if we're mentally disturbed. Actually, we have gone off the deep end, and continue to pay the price, including the massacre at Sandy Hook Elementary School, in pushing these rights to nonsensi- cal limits. So while we learned the lessons of 9/11 well enough to be vigilant against hi- Tampa Bay NEWSPAPERS BEACON LEADER BEE Publisher/President: Dan Autrey dautrey@tbnweekly.com Accounting Manager: Andrea Marcarelli tbniandy@yahoo.com Retail Advertising Manager: Jay Rey jrey@tbnweekly.com Classified Advertising Manager: Shelly Fournier sfournier@tbnweekly.com Executive Editor: Tom Germond tgermond@tbnweekly.com FL#RIDA Florida Voices 'O ES Steven Kurlander jackings by terrorists, nevertheless, over and over again, we permit mentally ill people - domestic terrorists to get their hands on legal semi-automatic weapons. And some- times they enter college campuses, movie theaters, malls and elementary school class- rooms to shoot away. Dangerous mentally ill people will contin- ue to live among us and roam our streets unfettered, and legally purchased semi-au- tomatic weapons will continue to fall into the wrong hands. And we as Americans will continue to be numb and accepting of media presentation, even promotion of violent be- havior. Yet, despite this concurrence, President Obama spoke, and cried, on behalf of every American parent on Friday when he spoke the real truth. We are tired of the violence; our country has endured too many shoot- ings; and we must do something to address this behavior. In his most moving and evocative speech ever, Obama said, "We're going to have to come together and take meaningful action to prevent more tragedies like this, regard- less of the politics." Just as our govern- ment took immediate action to secure air travel after 9/11, school districts and the federal government must now dedicate substantial resources toward making our schools less prone to attacks like the one that took place at Sandy Hook Elementary School. But it's not about arming teachers or making schools into forts. It's all about cre- ating a culture of preparedness and respon- sibility. School districts, and business entities too, must take steps to teach and train staff better to prepare and prevent vio- lence in their schools, workplaces and pub- lic settings. And it's not just about implementing physical security like metal detectors and surveillance equipment. It's about getting educators and students, even kindergart- ners, to learn and practice to protect them- selves against threats to their well-being and how to respond in moments of crises. While it is still important to debate gun control of automatic weapons and discuss how to limit access to guns to criminals and the criminally insane, more importantly, Americans need to dedicate our resources toward teaching and preparing our citizens to deal with the ever-present threat of vio- lence, just as the Israelis do. It's not about being fearful. It's about being ready to react the next time a gunman enters your vio- lence-prone 21st-century American life. Steven Kurlander is an attorney, communi- cations strategist/writer and columnist for the Sun Sentinel and Florida Voices and a blog- ger for the Huffington Post. Florida Voices, Correction A hunting license is not needed to par- ticipate in the Python Challenge that will be conducted in Florida. Tom Germond's column last week about the python hunt stated otherwise. 9911 Seminole Blvd., Seminole, FL 33772 727-397-5563 Fax: 727-397-5900 www.TBNweekly.com Production Manager: David Brown production@tbnweekly.com Internet Services Manager: Suzette Porter webmaster@tbnweekly.com Seminole/Beach Beacon: Bob McClure bmcclure@tbnweekly.com Largo Leader: Juliana A. Torres jtorres@tbnweekly.com Belleair/Beach Bee: Tom Germond tgermond@tbnweekly.com Clearwater Beacon: Alexandra Lundahl alundahl@tbnweekly.com Pinellas Park Beacon: Tiffany Razzano trazzano@tbnweekly.com General Editorial editorial@tbnweekly.com Circulation: L. Shiflett Phone: 727-397-5563 l F PUperaGmin s--- \ jll~l"l, Tampa Bay Newspapers: All rights reserved www.tbnweekly.com 14A Business Beacon, December 20, 2012 Real estate news Coldwell recognizes top associates SEMINOLE The Bayou/Bardmoor office of Coldwell Banker Resi- dential Real Estate recently named its top associates for November. Randee Carl was recognized as the top list- ing associate. Gary Coe was the top sales associate. The -7 top closer for the month was Debi Balogh. Randee Carl Gary Coe Debi Balogh RE/MAX All Star names top agents MADEIRA BEACH RE/MAX All Star recently announced its "All Star Agents" for November. The recipients of the All Star Agent Awards include the Basler Team, Steve Busse, Renny Bryden, Nancy Scott and Troy Walseth. All Star Agents must dis- play expertise The Basler Team Steve Bi and success in listing and selling real es- tate along with profes- sionalism and achievement throughout the calendar month. Renny Bryden Nancy Scott Troy W usse Evans joins Keller Williams BELLEAIR Fritz Evans recently joined the Bel- leair office of Keller Williams Gulfside Realty. Evans has 30 years of sales experience in finan- cial services and real estate. His sales focus is on waterfront property. He and his wife moved to the Sand Key, Clearwa- ter area in 1996 and love living in Florida. They enjoy the beaches as often as possible. Fritz Evans CSF to host homebuyer seminar LARGO The Community Service Foundation will host a free, two- part first time homebuyer seminar on Tuesdays, Jan. 8 and 15, 6 to 9 p.m., at Pinellas County Housing Authority, 11479 Ulmerton Road. The seminar is designed to help first-time homebuyers go through the process of purchasing a home and qualifying for down payment and closing costs assistance. For information or to register, call 461-0618, ext. 3, or visit www.csfhome.org. Foundation to present budgeting seminar ST. PETERSBURG The Community Service Foundation will host a free, two-part household budgeting seminar on Thursdays, Jan. 24 and 31, 6 to 9 p.m., at the Sunshine Center, 330 Fifth St. N. The seminar is designed for people who want to live better on less or who want to save to buy a home. For information or to register, call 461-0618, ext. 3, or visit www.csfhome.org. l Coldwell names top associates ST. PETERSBURG Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate's 66th Street office recently announced its top associates for November. Dick Hannahs was the listings leader. Terry Allen was the sales alseth leader. Kevin Gallagher was the closed leader. Four sales executives join Prudential Tropical Prudential Tropical Realty recently welcomed four sales executives to the finm. Susan Rall and Brandon LaHale joined the Northeast St. Petersburg office. A long-time St. Petersburg resident, Rall attended St. Petersburg Junior College and Penn State University. During her 35-year career in sales, she has owned four successful businesses and currently owns a local children's consignment shop in addition to her real estate business. LaHaie is originally from Michigan and graduated from the University of Michigan with a degree in economics. During college LaHaie worked as an independent contractor for a delivery service and was also a registered representative for the John Han- cock Financial Network. Stephanie Joines joined the Countryside office. Originally from Dunedin, Joines attended Virginia Tech University where she earned a bachelor's degree in marketing. Her career background spans more than 22 years in the banking industry where she worked as a branch manager and financial specialist. An active member in the community, Joines serves as vice president of the Showcase Arts Foundation Inc., and is also involved with the Visit Dunedin Committee and the Dunedin Chamber of Commerce. David Craven joined the Indian Rocks Beach office. Originally from Cincin- nati, Ohio, Craven attended Eastern Kentucky University where he earned a degree in economics and finance. A Florida resident since 1983, Craven has more than 14 years of real estate experience. Reflecting his commitment to his work are the many educational designations he has earned, such as NAR's ePRO certification and Seniors Real Estate Specialist. Susan Rail Brandon LaHaie Stephanie joines David Craven Biz notes Super Buffet opens at mall SEMINOLE The Oz Super Buffet and Grill has opened in the Semi- nole Mall at 11227 Park Blvd. Hours are Sunday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m; and Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. The restaurant features all-you-can-eat international cuisine, con- sisting primarily of American, German, Polish, Greek and Italian dish- es. There also will be four different soups offered per day and a Mongolian Grill, with a variety of vegetable and meat options. in Pinellas County Palm Harbor 2 Bedrooms 2 Baths Property located in desired Lansbrook ......... .1, Lots of .........1 .1, extras: golf course, YMCA, pool, lakefront park, etc. Relax on lanai and enjoy the beautiful preserve. Attached one-car garage. Ground floor unit which backs up to the preserve. Rebecka Calhoon Smith & Associates Largo 2 Bedrooms 2 Baths P ri,- find H i J:--, fi -nft --illi th t-, ft; r: li c h -.'1 I,'. ,, I 1,, -_,,.... ,,, 1,, I Ii.. in .. I ij. 1.1 .1 I l.1 .11 I l. .I I .....i... il .. I the mangroves, and an inside utility. I .I i i ......iiiii .......I II 1 .. I II . .I ..I I. I ,, nrp, fishing pier, two clubhouses, two l..... I I,.1' i ll i i .... . ...l .... .. l..."ated on the IntracoastalWaterway. Mark McEntire Century 21 Real Estate Champions Seminole 6 Bedrooms 6 Full Baths 2 Half Baths m Built in 2006! 3 levels w/elevator. Main area has dining room, living room, kitchen, family room ,;.1- -;t 1..l-..-...i Third level has 3 bedrooms w/bathrooms. Master bedroom has two walk-in I, ,., I. 111.i III T ~l I, iI I, Bas e level b ,-. ,-,,-,iii 515d l'ifchl--r, ,I,r -, ,- ',-,-,i-,,-,r ,-,-t,- l-,,-,i-,li room w/private entrance. Pool and ti. .,. I ll .II ..I u,l,, : I' i. I..., .I Ill i i. I . I. I. .. Sandy Hartmann Realty Excecutive Adamo & Associates Seminole 3 Bedrooms 2 Baths Sold in two days! The best maintained and upgraded 1,786 square foot pool home in the area. Beautiful Florida tile roof. Pool has bird cage. Outside shed included. Nancy Scott Re/Max All Star The lunch buffet is $8.59, plus beverage; and the evening buffet is $12.99, plus beverage. Tentative plans call for a breakfast buffet and a full liquor bar after the first of the year. The seating capacity is 300. Joto's, Thrower Memorial receive All Children's honor ST. PETERSBURG All Children's Hospital has named the sensory garden in its new therapeutic playground in honor of Joto's Pizza and Rachel M. Thrower Memorial. The sensory garden provides space where young children can be im- mersed in the scents, textures and colors of plants and related ele- ments. The garden is part of the new rehabilitative playground that serves All Children's patients. It features state-of-the-art, specially designed equipment to assist special needs children and those recovering from traumatic injuries through "play therapy." 'The sensory garden is a wonderful aspect of our therapeutic play- SBOAT PARADE OPEN HOUSE 5PM TO 8PM 1 19451 Gulf Blvd., Unit 410 Indian Shores, FL 33785 "GE WA R-TH0 0 3BR/2BA double lde mobile home on a beautiful lake front lot Only 5K pnce reduction on this 3BR/2BAjust blocks from Treasure Island the built-in furniture is included no other furniture is there Price Beach and minutes from the Gulf of Mexico by boat Don't miss this includes the $50,000 share 55+ park ilth easiest access opportunityatthis price MLS#U7559766 Jourdenais $375,000 MLS#U557896 Sorensen $59.900 YO"H.USE 0 WIS ;1:il1i dV 9 1I IqlfAIeLl f1 -.1X ifIihJ10l l k Not remodeled, rebuilt All new electric service, re-wire, outlets, Ground floor unit, totally updated Also comes with upscale furniture slitches fixtures, hard ired smoke alarms All nei interior Enjoy the heated pool steps away or the private backyard of this plumbing, pipes, after heaters fixtures Wlndois and doors corner unit Nea from top to bottom Inside laundry room, Conan replaced all nei, kitchen ith granite countertops and island nei counterops, tile,shuttersi Not in a flood zone and across from a appliances and cabinets New roof, complete A/C system attic lovelypark MLS#J7561605 Jamberg $106,000 insulation Detached garage has been re-wired and re-plumbed wth Its oiwn i.ater heater Backyard has been cleared and is ready for your pool All iwork permited and done to the latest Pinellas County codes One short block to the beach Its open floor plan is light and bnghtiMLSttJ7563372 Steiermann $249,900 This light and bnght 2BR/2BA unit is located on the first floor and is an end/corner unit that offers its own private side entrance Nice views from living room of the beautiful landscaping and wiIldlife Peaceful end unit offers a wide-open living room area with many This 2BR/2BA mobile home ith panoramic views of Lake Seminole recessed lights AC less than 1 year old Unit also offers newer living has been totally updated Hardwood and ceramic tile in main living room thermal windows newer $3,000 SS refrigerator, Advantium areas, new carpet in bedrooms, new HVAC system, new custom microwave, walk-in closets in both bedrooms a new front door and a wood and granite kichen cabinetry Kichen opened up to living and nei heavydutyscreened front door Complex is conveniently located dining areas with lake vieis Totally nei master bath New insulated within walking distance to shopping, banking and a short drive to and wind resistant windows, ne doors and new patio by the lake some of Florida's finest beaches MLS#U7563447 McEntire New SS appliances, including hot water heater, new washer and $59,900 dryer and repainted intenor Great 55+ communitywith amenities that include huge heated pool, community spa, clubhouse, water access to the lake and lots of activities Location provides fast easy access to beaches and all of mid county MLS#U7564199 Coates $134,900 Wonderful 3BR/2BA 1,602 sq ft Clearwater home that is move-in ready Split plan, iving/dining room plus eat-in kitchen off a large Florida mom for entertaining or family comfort New paint inside and out and new carpet Ponce de Leon Elementaryls 4 blocks away, no All ages welcome Heated pool Updated comer unfi lth elevator main hwy to cross Close to La Belle Plaza shopping center, Newer carpeting, water heater, kitchen cabinets, stainless steel Highland Recreation Center and churches MLS#U7566876 Herr appliances and granite countertops Partial view of Lake Seminole $159,900 from the kitchen iindowi Roof replaced this year Lowi monthly maintenance Close to shopping, bus line, banks This is a must seei MLS#U7565003 Coughlan $43,900 L --._ mm a r Open the front entrance to breathtaking views of Tampa Bay Wide *I jli-T- j water views from both levels ofthe home This 5BR/4BA 6,076 sq ft home was custom-built in 1997 Both first floor and second floor have Beautiful Bonnie Bay Country Club home on a quiet street in the French doors that lead out to porches Home has Travertine floors in countyarea ofSt Petersburg 2BR/2BA/oversized 2-car garage home the living and dining areas Kitchen has work island and open water has an open floor plan and nice-size fenced backyard The sliders views 4-car garage for storage of autos and recreational vehicles and from the dining room lead to a three-season screened room, with a circular drive for additional parking when hosting gatherings Dock another screened room attached that can be opened up to the patio and boat lit have a roof Pool house has outdoor seating and room to for entertaining Eat-in kitchen features stainless steel stove and store and prepare for outdoor gathenngs If you have an RV jet skis dishwasher alith newer neutral offset tile throughout the house and or other toys, no worries, parking pads are available on both sides of neew carpet in the bedrooms Master bedroom has walk-in closet and property for storage of these Home was designed for waterfront both baths have been nicely updated New fLtures, fresh paint, new living Home has a game room, office, pool bath open-lving floor plan Trane air conditioner unit was installed in 2011 and the roof is in great and vie4s that Jil take your breath aiay and is a boaters dream shape, making this home move-in ready MLS#U7565618 Schroeder MLS#U7564329 Sundell $2,749,000 & Schnlzler $134,900 Tampa Bay Newspapers: All rights reserved ground," said Teresa Leibforth, occupational therapy clinical coordina- tor at All Children's Hospital. "It was thoughtfully crafted to encourage children to experience nature with several senses. They can touch the leaves of various textures, smell different flowers and herbs, see but- terflies move around the brightly colored flowers, and hear the sooth- ing sounds of water." 'This garden is very special to my family," said Tori Thrower, a mem- ber of the Joto's Pizza family and Rachel's mom. "It's a place my kids can go as they get older and take their own children to remember their sister Rachel. It was so special to have my parents, my sister Jodi and her family present for the dedication. It was a day I will remember for- ever." Joto's Pizza and Rachel M. Thrower Memorial has been a longtime supporter of All Children's Hospital through their annual Dough for the Kids Golf Classic. Since 2004, along with the support of friends, family, and business colleagues, they have donated more than $273,000 to the annual All Children's Hospital Telethon." Leslie opens medical practice SEMINOLE Dr. Fred Leslie has opened a general practice at Semi- nole Family Health Center, 10875 Park Blvd., and is accepting new patients. Leslie has 25 years in family medicine and is board certified. He is also a registered pharmacist. His previous community involvement includes the Seminole Chamber of Commerce and the Seminole Rotary Club. Leslie is offering a cash discount to non-insured patients for office visits, lab and X-rays. Call 851-9910. Dr. Fred Leslie I- Paradise Shores 2BR/2BA/1CP w/1,010 Sq. Ft. 2nd floor Spacious floorplan includes living/dining area plus family room. Lots of closets. Heated pool, laundry & walk to shops. No Pets. $48,900 -- "7 ". "- --, *- Seminole 2BR/1.5BA/1CG w/ 845 Sq. Ft. Handyman special with bonus enclosed patio and in round pool. Open floor plan. Needs re- modeling. Great schools. Short Sale ap- proved price $80,000 \ - Shipwatch 2BR/2BA/1CG w/1,312 Sq. 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M Ii13M0 I CA BBAN SLE I PCI;PCe.T IIII I A IKI A rr ePfifififil IKIITV 5 l Af 6,0 121312 Beacon, December 20, 2012 Networking groups Networking groups, also known as leads groups, meet on a regular basis at various locations in the area. Some groups charge a fee to attend, and most require reservations. Persons considering attending any group for the first time are encouraged to make contact in advance. The upcoming schedule is as follows: Thursday, Dec. 20 Network Professionals Inc. Networking Leads Club, 7:30 a.m., RG's Restau- rant, 1565 S. Highland Ave., Clearwater. Call Liz at 424-8995. Thursday, Dec. 20 Seminole Business Mas- ters, 7:30 a.m., Mama's Kitchen, 5885 Seminole Blvd., Seminole. Call Thom Bamhorn at 623-9955. Thursday, Dec. 20 Network Professionals Inc. Networking Leads Club, 7:30 a.m., Panera Bread in the Bardmoor Shopping Center on the corner of Bryan Dairy and Starkey roads, Largo. Call Bar- bara at 573-1935, ext. 402. Thursday, Dec. 20 Executive Business Net- work, 7:30 a.m., Perkins Family Restaurant, 8841 Park Blvd. N., Largo. For reservations, call Mike Moore at 586-1111 or visit www.execbusnet.com. Thursday, Dec. 20 BNI Grand Slam Network Exchange, 7:30 a.m., Heritage Holiday Inn, 234 Third Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Visit www.bni.com. Thursday, Dec. 20 Network Professionals of St. Pete, 7:30 a.m. For information and meeting lo- cation, call Ron O'Connor at 367-3737. Thursday, Dec. 20 Referral Exchange BNI, 7:30 a.m., at Holiday Inn Express, 2580 Gulf to Bay Blvd., Clearwater. Networking meeting includes continental breakfast. Cost is $10. Call Denise Murphy at 725-8101 or email denise@denisemur phypa.com. Thursday, Dec. 20 Professional Leads Net- work, Patriots Chapter, 8 a.m., Boris Family Restaurant, 11411 Ulmerton Road, Largo. Visit www.pro-leads.net. Thursday, Dec. 20 Suncoast Free Networking International, 8:30 to 10 a.m., at Park Station Building, 5851 Park Blvd., Pinellas Park. This net- working meeting includes brainstorming a busi- ness, a gratitude session and networking tips. Call Walt Morey at 647-8242. Thursday, Dec. 20 Network Professionals of St. Pete, 11:30 a.m. For information and meeting location, call Ron O'Connor at 367-3737. Friday, Dec. 21 BNI Referral Masters, 7 a.m., at Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen Booth Road, Non Insured Patients Casn Discount Starting at $75* * FAMILY CARE MINOR URGENT CARE * DIET & WEIGHT LOSS * SUTURES, MINOR DERMATOLOGY, BIOPSIES, LESION EXCISIONS * ANNUAL PE: FULL INCLUDES EKG, BLOOD WORK & URINALYSIS * WELL-WOMEN EXAMS SCHOOL & SPORTS PHYSICAL * HORMONE REPLACEMENT MALE & FEMALE * AUTO/BACK INJURY ADJUSTMENTS TRIGGER POINT INJECTIONS * MOST INSURANCE PLANS ACCEPTED *Non InsL Clearwater. Call Bill Mantooth at 639-6690 or visit www.bnireferralmasters.com. Friday, Dec. 21 Network Professionals of St. Pete, 7:30 a.m. For information and meeting loca- tion, call Ron O'Connor at 367-3737. Friday, Dec. 21 Professional Leads Network, Upper Pinellas Chapter, 7:45 a.m., at R & G Cafe, 1565 Highland Ave., Clearwater. Visit www.pro- leads.net. Friday, Dec. 21 Professional Leads Network, Bay Area Executives Chapter, 11:45 a.m., at Tum Rub Thai, 32716 U.S. 19 N., Palm Harbor. Visit www.pro-leads.net. Monday, Dec. 24 Network Professionals Inc., 7:30 a.m., at Perkins Restaurant, 8841 Park Blvd. N., Largo. Call Ron O'Connor at 367-3737. Monday, Dec. 24 Professional Leads Network, St. Petersburg Chapter, 7:45 a.m., at Ricky P's, 6521 Fourth St. N., St. Petersburg. Visit www.pro- leads.net. Monday, Dec. 24 Ready Set Grow Group, 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., at Hometown Family Restaurant, 10395 Seminole Blvd., Largo. Call Jamie Limbaugh at 831-2450 or email jamieL@freenetworkinginterational.com. Monday, Dec. 24 Free Networking Interna- tional, Clearwater Two Cups Connect Group, 2:30 to 4 p.m., at Bay Coast Coffee Market, 2525 Gulf to Bay Blvd., Clearwater. Call Wayne Porter at 642- 6173, email waynep@freenetworkinginter national.com or visit twocupsconnect.com. Wednesday, Dec. 26 Business Network Inter- national, Financial Freedom, 7:15 a.m., at Bard- moor Country Club, 8001 Cumberland Road, Largo. Call Phil at 409-1609 or visit www.BNIFi nancialFreedom.com. Wednesday, Dec. 26 Pinellas Executives' As- sociation, 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., at Cove Cay Country Club, 2612 Cove Cay Drive, Clearwater. Call Donna Perry at 784-6507 or visit www.peafl.com. Wednesday, Dec. 26 BNI Business Connec- tions Countryside, 7:30 a.m., at Grillsmith, 2539 Countryside Blvd., Suite 6, Clearwater. Cost is $11. Call Renee Jones at 813-749-2780, email bniwcf@gmail.com or visit www.bnibusinesscon nections.com. Wednesday, Dec. 26 Network Professionals Inc., East Lake Breakfast Chapter, 7:30 a.m., at Daddy's Grill, 3682 Tampa Road, Oldsmar. Call Jenny Stone at 776-2829. Wednesday, Dec. 26 Local Business Network uealtn Center I" . i ; t T Walk-Ins Welcome ured ,.-..[ : i You Too Can Have A Beautiful Smile! S .EMINOL DENTAL Seminole, 7:30 a.m., Perkins Family Restaurant, 8841 Park Blvd. N., Largo. Call 804-6359. Wednesday, Dec. 26 BNI Referral Net, 7:30 a.m., The Centre of Palm Harbor, 1500 16th St., Palm Harbor. Visit www.bniwcf.com. Wednesday, Dec. 26 BNI Power Team, 7:30 a.m., East Lake Woodlands Country Club, 1055 East Lake Woodlands Pkwy., Oldsmar. Visit www.bni.com. Wednesday, Dec. 26 Network Professionals Inc., Downtown Clearwater Breakfast Chapter, 7:30 a.m., at the Residence Inn, 940 Court St., Clearwater. Call Kim Anton at 539-7110. Wednesday, Dec. 26 Network Professionals of St. Pete, 7:30 a.m. For information and meeting location, call Ron O'Connor at 367-3737. Wednesday, Dec. 26 Free Networking Inter- national, Seminole Christian Hope Team, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Palace of the Orient, 10425 Park Blvd., Seminole. Call Dave Harden at 458-6890 or email daveh@freenetworkinginternational. com. Wednesday, Dec. 26 Free Networking Inter- national, Oldsmar Group, 11:30 a.m., at Twisted Bamboo Bar and Bistro, 3687 Tampa Road, Olds- mar. Call Nova Montgomery at 942-0444 or email nova@freenetworkinginterational.com. Wednesday, Dec. 26, Professional Leads Net- work, 11:45 a.m., at Sage's West Bay Bistro, 883 West Bay Drive, Largo. Call Woody Brown at 518- 1967 or visit www.pro-leads.net. Wednesday, Dec. 26 Professional Leads Net- work, Foxys Chapter, 11:45 a.m., Stacey's Buffet 1451 N. Missouri Ave., Largo. Visit www.pro- leads.net. Wednesday, Dec. 26 St. Pete Professional Chapter of Ali Lassen's Leads Club, 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m., Hilton Hotel, 333 First St. S., St. Peters- burg. For reservations, call 813-221-1441 or visit www.LeadsFL.com. Wednesday, Dec. 26 Network Professionals Inc., Pasadena Chapter, 11:45 a.m., GiGi's Italian Restaurant, 6852 Gulfport Blvd., South Pasadena. 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Thursday, Dec. 27 BNI Success Masters Seminole Chapter, 7:25 a.m., at the Barrington, 901 Seminole Blvd., Largo. The meeting includes breakfast. Cost to attend is $8. Call Cindy Durant at 560-9750. Thursday, Dec. 27 Referral Exchange BNI, 7:30 a.m., at Holiday Inn Express, 2580 Gulf to Bay Blvd., Clearwater. Networking meeting in- cludes continental breakfast. Cost is $10. Call Denise Murphy at 725-8101 or email denise@ denisemurphypa.com. Thursday, Dec. 27 Network Professionals Inc. Clearwater-Largo Chapter, 7:30 a.m., RG's Restaurant, 1565 S. Highland Ave., Clearwater. Call Liz at 424-8995. Thursday, Dec. 27 Network Professionals of St. Pete, 7:30 a.m. For information and meeting lo- cation, call Ron O'Connor at 367-3737. Thursday, Dec. 27 Suncoast Free Network- ing International, 8:30 to 10 a.m., at Park Station Building, 5851 Park Blvd., Pinellas Park. This net- working meeting includes brainstorming a busi- ness, a gratitude session and networking tips. 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Several local physicians concerned about the health of Pinellas County's youth who participate in sports talked to Pinellas County Commissioners Dec. 11 about the need to do more to protect against concussions. A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury caused by a bump, blow or jolt to the head that can change the way the brain normally works, according to Dr. Carlos Rodriguez, director, Bayfront Sports Medicine Fellowship; director, All Children's Hospi- tal John Hopkins Medicine Sport Medicine Fellow- ship; and assistant director, Bayfront Family Medicine Residency. Concussions also can occur from a blow to the body that causes the head to move rapidly back and forth. "Even a ding, getting your bell rung or what seems to be a mild bump or blow to the head can be serious and should be treated," he said. Symptoms of a concussion include confusion, amnesia, ringing in the ears, nausea and vomiting and convulsions. Loss of consciousness is another symptom, but only occurs in about 10 percent of cases. Delayed symptoms, including irritability, headaches, depression, sleep disorders, poor con- centration and trouble with memory, are even more important, Rodriguez said. As are the cumulative ef- fects, which he said could make a person more prone to suffer a concussion again. Emergency departments across the United States treat an estimated 173,285 sports- and recreation- related traumatic brain injuries every year in indi- viduals from birth to age 19. In the last decade, those injuries have increased by 60 percent. In youth sports, the highest incidents of traumat- ic brain injuries come from football followed by girls' soccer. More than 70 percent of traumatic brain in- juries are among persons age 10 to 19, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. So far, in 2012, 10 schools located in Northern Pinellas have reported close to 48 concussions, Ro- driguez said, and approximately 104 of 1,000 sports-related injuries are concussions. Pinellas trends with the nation with the most injuries com- ing from football, followed by girls' flag football and girls' soccer. He said students who suffer a concussion require a longer time to recover. He said teachers should be aware of potential problems with memory and so- cialization. He said students who had suffered a concussion could require more time to take tests or complete schoolwork. Studies show that 20 percent of youth had fatigue, headaches, forgetfulness and difficulty paying attention for up to a year. A group of local physicians are recommending that every student who plays sports be given a base- line test for brain function before the beginning of the school year so doctors would have something to compare to if the student athlete suffers a concus- sion. That comparison would allow physicians to better judge when a student is ready to return to play. Currently, local physicians and athletic trainers practice a "when in doubt, keep them out" policy to ensure students don't go back to their sport before they are healed. Cost for the baseline test is about $1.50 a stu- dent. With 10,000 students in Pinellas playing sports at the high school level, the cost would be ap- proximately $50,000 the first year, Rodriguez said. However, the cost would go down in subsequent years. The cost for the second year was estimated at about $7,500. The baseline test would be given every two years. He said certified athletic trainers, who have four- year degrees, are a necessary component to keeping youth athletes healthy. 'They're the physicians' eyes and ears when we can't go (to a game)," he said. He said physicians attend almost every Friday night game in Pinellas, but don't attend practice. 'We need a trainer there," he said. A state law that went into effect in July requires that student athletes diagnosed with a concussion be cleared by a physician before they can go back to their sport. 'They (physician) have to say it is safe to play," Rodriguez said. Rodriguez and other physicians involved in youth sports medicine are working on a plan for consistent education and management of youth sports in Pinellas County. Rodriguez said they asked to speak to the County Commission to educate them about the problem and to ask for help with funding a countywide pro- gram for baseline testing. The physicians also advocate that a certified ath- letic trainer be present at all youth sports events. They recommend "early and appropriate manage- ment via physicians knowledgeable about youth sports concussions," including Bayfront Sports Medicine, All Children's Sports Medicine, Morton Plant Mease Sports Medicine, St. Anthony's Sports Medicine and others. Commission Chair John Morroni asked if recent improvements in helmets were helping with the problem. Rodriguez said no. He said while they do protect against head injuries, they don't stop the jolt to the brain. 'The perception that helmets are safer give a false sense of security," Rodriguez said. "Helmets protect the head, but not the brain." Health notes Health Department opens pediatric clinics The Pinellas County Health Department is offering health servic- es to children and those younger than 18 at two clinic locations. Appointments are available at both clinics. Fees are on a sliding scale based on the declared income of the child's family. A twice-weekly clinic at Boca Ciega High School, 924 58th St. S., Gulfport, is open from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thurs- days. Although walk-ins are welcome, appointments are preferred. Call 893-2780, ext. 2199, to schedule an appointment or before planning a walk-in visit. The second pediatric clinic is at the Pinellas County Health De- partment's newest center, Mid-County, located at 8751 Ulmerton Road., Largo. Clinic hours are 2:30 to 5:30 p.m., Mondays and Fri- days, and 8 to 10 a.m. Wednesday. For an appointment, call 524- 4410, ext. 7646. For information about the Pinellas County Health Department and its services, visit www.PinellasHealth.com. Organization offers tips to help teens avoid alcohol Holidays are a time for reflection and celebration. While this is also true for teens, in some cases, holidays are also a time for great temptation. From block parties to small family gatherings, celebrations of all sizes can lead to underage drinking, while alcohol is more plentiful DIAGNOSTICeCLINIC Your Onle-Stop Med/cal Home! WE' AI NOW-E. MA's LPN's Inquire about our SIGN-ON BONUS! Log onto www.dc-fl.com to obtain an application Fax to Human Resources at 727-501-7213 130 2n Av.S -11NMculnBohRd 80TmaRd-ut 0 Laro FL370 1 Ceraer L371 1 Pl Hro. 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Concerned about your teen attending a party where you know alcohol will be readily available? Considering host- ing a kid-friendly, alcohol-free party for your family and friends. It's the best way to eliminate temptation and ensure that everyone (even adults) get home safely. Do not take a vacation from vigilance. The kids are on vacation from school and things are likely very relaxed at home. But now is not the time to relax the rules. Store the alcohol in a safe place, keep an eye out for signs of drinking and remind your children of the consequences. Express your expectations. Talk to your kids about your expec- DONTLETIPAINKEEPYOUDOWN.,. The IMPULSE iQ computer assisted device offers precise gentle treatment that effectively targets joints and muscles to restore function and relieve pain without twisting and turning. 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"It's im- portant to have family members who care, but you also need to have a strong mind to not be pressured into it. You are the one who has to make the decision to not drink." 'The holiday season is a treasured time with family and friends. We need to do everything possible in keeping our youth and com- munity safe and surrounded by positive adults setting the exam- ple," added Griffin. 'Taking the time to establish rules and open the lines of communication can really keep them safe this during the holidays and beyond." Looking for more tips for keeping teens safe and alcohol-free year round? Visit www.livefreeblog.org for some events, groups and ideas. Tobacco-Free Coalition meets ST. PETERSBURG The Tobacco-Free Coalition of Pinellas County meets Monday, Jan. 7, 4 p.m., at West Community Library, 750 66th St. N. 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Seminiiiole Family Health Center I -I I .... I 10875 Park Boulevard Suite A Seminole, FL 33772 727-392-2247 Accepting Mediwcae BCBS, Cigna; United & most nsurwaes | * Community 17A Beacon, December 20, 2012 Church news Pass-A-Grille Beach Community Church ST. PETE BEACH As part of its year-long cen- tennial celebration, the Pass-A-Grille Beach Com- munity Church will host a Winter Festival Friday, Dec. 28, 6 to 9 p.m., in Hurley Park, 1500 Pass-a- Grille Way. The festival will feature live music and the rhyth- mic sound of steel drums. The evening's finale will be the lighting of a huge bonfire on the beach at 8 p.m. Food and beverages will be available for pur- chase from local vendors. Admission is free. Call 360-5508 or visit www.pagchurch.org. First Baptist Church of St. Petersburg ST. PETERSBURG CRAVE, a young adult based ministry for those college-aged to 30s, will be launched Tuesday, Jan. 29, at First Baptist Church of St. Petersburg, 1900 Gandy Blvd. FBC St. Petersburg sees a growing need for young adult fellowship, connection and spiritual nurturing in the St. Petersburg area based upon input from their current young adult program. 'The Christian Young Adults in St Pete tend to get overlooked," said Christyna Richards in a press release. Richards is the young adult pastor at FBC St. Petersburg. "Young adults CRAVE community, maturity, wor- ship and service. My goal is to fulfill those desires and spread the Gospel by providing opportunities where young adults feel comfortable and welcome, gathering to worship, fellowship and impact society through community service. You do not have to be Baptist, just the desire to impact our world for the good." CRAVE will be presented Tuesday nights from 6:30 to 8 p.m. for all young adults, ages 18-39. Sin- gles, couples and families are invited and encour- aged to participate. The program will consist of worship, fellowship and small group interaction, in- cluding mentorship. The small group discussions will address relevant real-life topics and be led by experienced leaders and strong mentors from the local community, including successful profession- als. The ministry Launch Party will be Tuesday, Jan. 29. Jeremy Vanderloop, a national contemporary Christian singer-songwriter and recording artist, will take the stage at 6:30 p.m. Unitarian Universalists of Clearwater CLEARWATER Festival Ruah: The Festival of Lights, will celebrate Hanukkah, Christmas, Solstice and Kwanzaa on Thursday, Dec. 20, 7 p.m., at the Octagon Arts Center, 2470 Nursery Road. Festival Ruah is a monthly interfaith, multicul- tural spirit experience. The event will feature Kuum- ba Dancers and Drummers, a community based organization that promotes traditional African folk- dance, music and storytelling. The spirit experience also will feature jazz pianists Kevin Wilder, Norman Thalheimer, Rabbi Danielle Upbin-Weizman and Fred Johnson playing and singing holiday favorites. Admission is free. A love offering will be gratefully accepted. Childcare for infants and toddlers will be provided. For more information, call 531-7704 or mail@uu- clearwater.org. Visit UUClearwater.org. Here and there Don CeSar plans winter celebration ST. PETE BEACH The Don CeSar Hotel plans A Winter Wonderland, a free celebration of the winter solstice, Friday, Dec. 21, 6 to 8 p.m. The event will feature Christmas carolers, hot chocolate, season-inspired mixology demonstra- tions, holiday crafts and more. There also will be a showing outside of the movie "Chronicles of Namia." Treasure Island services to go offline Dec. 20 TREASURE ISLAND Several City of Treasure Is- land services will be offline due to scheduled main- tenance on the network Thursday, Dec. 20, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Among the affected services are: Permit and other Building Department process- ing. All city email services. All electronic record retrievals. The City of Treasure Island website will remain online. IT Director Mark Santos said the work done on the city's network is not a repair, but rather a recon- figuration. "Essentially, we're enhancing our disaster recov- ery and continuity of operations by installing new server racks," he said. "What that means is we're unplugging everything in our communications and data storage center, installing the new racks, then reconnecting everything." Santos described the new server racks as water- tight and designed with maximum mobility in mind. Should a severe storm or other disaster force city operations off the island, he said, "we could discon- nect, wheel the racks out the door, and resume es- sential city operations with greater efficiency." Dickens-style celebration set INDIAN SHORES The Indian Shores Communi- ty Library plans a Dickens-style open house cele- bration Thursday, Dec. 20, 1 to 4 p.m. The party is being held in homage to the Charles Dickens novel "A Christmas Carol." Library staff will offer food from the Ghost of Christmas Past, prizes from the Ghost of Christmas Present, and spirits from the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come. Everyone is welcome. The library is located in the town Municipal Center. For more information, call Alice Lawrence at 595- 2173. Recreational camp set TREASURE ISLAND A recreational camp for kids ages 5 to 10 will be held Wednesday, Dec. 26 to Friday, Jan. 4, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Treasure Is- land Community Center. Call 547-4575, ext. 237. 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Rebecca works at the Bayfront Baby Place in the Nursery located within All Children's Hospital in St. Petersburg. Tommy graduated from Jesuit High School in 1999 and attended Florida State University from 2000 to 2005. He is a pharmacy manager with RXperts Pharmacy in Tampa. The couple plans a Feb. 23 wedding at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Tampa. Chapel honored Photo courtesy of CHAPEL ON THE HILL Chapel on the Hill, 12601 Park Blvd., Seminole, was recognized by the American Red Cross recently for opening its doors to become a certified emergency center. Chapel on the Hill pastor Gabriel Oberholzer, center, received a certificate from Linda Carbone, left, regional Red Cross CEO for the Florida's West Coast and Pamela Bartley, manager of preparedness and response for the Red Cross. C4elurc Auicd 7T efurCe vDrectob3r-5 Tell the Public About Your Services Call 397-5563 5 f l a I fl I I 111I 1 AUTO ACCIDENT INJURY? 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The 150 voices of The Master Chorale join the orchestra in this holiday celebration for the entire family with such musical chestnuts as "Jingle Bells," "Winter Wonderland," "Sleigh Ride," "Hanukkah in Santa Monica" and beloved Christmas carols such as "Joy to the World," "The Twelve Days of Christmas," "O Come, All Ye Faithful" and more. Stuart Malina conducts. R5, featuring Ross Lynch from Disney Channel's "Austin & Ally," Friday, Dec. 21, 7:30 p.m., at the Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater. Tickets start at $17.50. Call 791-7400 or visit www.atthecap.com. Pop-rock teen sensa- tions R5 will bring their latest tour to the Capitol Theatre. R5 is the fastest-rising young band on the pop-rock scene with more than 150,000 Twitter followers. R5 consists of siblings Ross Lynch, star of "Austin & Ally," Riker Lynch, a featured "Warbler" in the Fox TV series "Glee," Rocky Lynch and Rydel Lynch as well as family friend, Ellington Ratliff. "Bucket" with Tony Gaud, Dec. 21-23 and Jan. 4-6, at Venue Theatre, 9125 U.S. 19 N., Pinellas Park. Performanc- es are Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.; and Sunday, 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $15. Gaud comes to Venue from Ybor City's im- prov where he is a regular MC. He takes his bucket list on a reality test drive in this dark comedy, coming to terms with failure, success, faith and ambition. Shows lead up to a tap- ing for festival submission and feature release. Call 822- 6194 or e-mail venueactorstudio@gmail.com. Wynonna "Wynonna's . Rockin' Christ- mas," Friday, Dec. Mahaffey, 400 First St. S., St. Pe- tersburg. Tickets start at $39. Call 892-5767 or visit www.themahaf fey.com. Judd a five-time Grammy Award winner - combines her smoky vocals and powerful stage presence to bring "Wynonna's Rockin' Christ- mas" to The Ma- mas" to The Photo courtesy of THE MAHAFFEY haffey. Joined on Wynonna Judd brings her Rockin' Christmas stage with her showto TheMahaffey on Dec. 21. longtime band, The Big Noise, the fiery redhead blends a mix of classic Christmas favorites and some of her biggest hits. "Wynonna's Rockin' Christ- mas" will infuse Judd's signature style into traditional holi day classics like "White Christmas" and "Winter Wonderland" for a completely different holiday performance for the entire family. "Christmas TV Special," by Gidget Cross, Saturday, Dec. 22, 4 p.m., at St. Petersburg City Theatre, 4025 31st St. S., St. Petersburg. Presented by the Children's Theatre Workshop at the Academy of St. Petersburg City Theatre, the show will feature a cast of children ages 7 to 13. The production will take the audience "on location" all over the country to see how the holidays are celebrated. There also will be preshow entertainment by Pizazz Song and Dance Troupe. Tickets are $5. Call 866-1973. Compiled by LEE CLARK ZUMPE A number of new movies will hit theaters this week, including the following films opening in wide release: 'The Guilt Trip' Genre: Comedy Cast: Barbra Streisand, Seth Rogen, Kathy Najimy, Colin Hanks and Adam Scott Director: Anne Fletcher Rated: PG-13 Andy Brewster is about to embark on the road trip of a lifetime, and who better to accompany him than his mother Joyce. After deciding to start his adventure with a quick visit at Mom's, Andy is guilted into bringing her along for the ride. Across 3,000 miles of ever-changing landscape, he is constantly aggravated by her antics, but over time he comes to realize that their lives have more in common than he originally thought. His mother's advice might end up being ex- actly what he needs. 'Jack Reacher' Genre: Thriller Cast: Tom Cruise, Rosamund Pike, David Oyelowo, Richard Jenk- ins, Alexia Fast, Robert Duvall, Jai Courtney and Werner Herzog Director: Christopher McQuarie Rated: PG-13 From The New York Times bestselling author Lee Child comes one of the most compelling heroes to step from novel to screen ex-military investigator Jack Reacher (Tom Cruise). When a gunman takes five lives in what seems like an open and shut murder case, all evidence points to the suspect in custody. On in- terrogation, the suspect offers up a single note: "Get Jack Reacher!" So begins an extraordinary chase for the truth, pitting Jack Reacher against an unexpected enemy, with a skill for violence, a secret to keep and a target on Reacher's back. 'This Is 40' Genre: Comedy Cast: Paul Rudd, Leslie Mann, Megan Fox, John Lithgow, Iris Apa- tow, Maude Apatow, Melissa McCarthy, Robert Smigel, Charlene Yi Photo Dy 5UZANNE HANOVER Paul Rudd and Leslie Mann reprise their roles as a husband and wife both approaching a milestone meltdown in 'This Is 40," an unfiltered, comedic look inside the life of an American family. and Albert Brooks Director: Judd Apatow Rated: R Five years after writer/director Judd Apatow introduced us to Pete and Debbie in "Knocked Up," Paul Rudd and Leslie Mann reprise their roles as a husband and wife both approaching a milestone meltdown in 'This Is 40," an unfiltered, comedic look inside the life of an Ameri- can family. 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In the classic farce "A Bedfull of Foreigners," when two couples on holiday in France are accidentally assigned to the same hotel room, mistaken identities, hasty cover- ups and hilarious situations ensue in this comedy that has delighted audiences around the world. "Home Alone," part of the Capitol The- atre Film Series, Thursday, Dec. 30, 3 p.m., at Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clear- water. Tickets are $5. Call 791-7400 or visit www.atthecap.com. The film stars Macaulay Culkin as Kevin McCallister, an 8-year-old boy who is mistakenly left behind when his family flies to Paris for their Christmas vaca- tion. While initially relishing time by himself, he is later greeted by two would-be burglars played by Daniel Stern and Joe Pesci, leaving Kevin to defend their home. "Home Alone" was the No. 1 film at the box office for 12 straight weeks upon its release and was so Looking ahead popular, ticket sales landed it in the Guin- ness Book of Records as the highest grossing live-action comedy ever. "Move Over Mrs. Markham," by Ray Cooney and John Chapman, Jan. 10 through March 3, presented by Early Bird Dinner Theatre at the Italian-American Club, 200 S. McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater. Perform- ances are Thursday through Sunday, with seating at 4 p.m. Matinees are Thursdays and Saturdays, with seating at 11 a.m. Ad- mission is $32 plus tax and includes dinner and the show. For reservations, call 446-5898 or visit www.earlybirddinner theatre.com. Delta Rae, Thursday, Jan. 10, 7:30 p.m., at the Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater. Tickets start at $20. Call 791- 7400 or visit www.atthecap.com. Currently featured as VH1's You Oughta Know Artist on the Rise, Delta Rae is the pride of Durham, N.C. The six-person unit features three siblings (Brittany, Ian and Eric H1lljes) along with Elizabeth Hopkins, Mike McKee and Grant Emerson. Together, they create a sound rich in Carolina soul with hypnotizing four-part boy/girl harmonies. Think Ameri- cana meets alternative meets bluegrass meets pop. The band puts on an incredible live performance and has headlined shows to sold-out crowds across the country and played several shows at SXSW in Austin Crossword Across 1. Italian resort island 6. Particular, for short 10. Supergarb 14. Hurt 15. "_ Breckinridge" 16. Shakespeare, the Bard of 17. Strict rule observers 19. Trattoria order 20. Pulverized bituminous coal (2 wds) 21. Contract 23. Pertaining to simple organisms like kelp 25. Bleat 26. Green 29. Graft where the donor and recipient are dif- ferent species 34. Magnet alloy 36. Eighty-six 37. Altdorf is its capital 38. Carbonium, e.g. 39. Scuffles 42. Deity 43. v. Wade 44. Child's stomach, shortened 45. Win over 47. Relating to Africa and Asia or their peoples (hyphenated) 51. Lies in wait 52. Matterhorn, e.g. 53. Chivalrous 55. Some bargains 59. Traffic lane for public transportation only (2 wds) 63. Doctor Who villainess, with "the" 64. A U.S. dollar on deposit with a bank abroad 66. "Hamlet" has five 67. During 68. Brine-cured cheeses 69. "Fiddlesticks!" 70. Doltish (alt. spelling) 71. Attack locale Sudoku 1 7 7 8 4 8 2 7 6 3 1 3 8 9 1 6 7 8 9 6 5 6 1 8 4 9 7 4 2 8 1 Place a Number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each 9-box square contains all of the numbers from one to nine. Down 1. Beanies 2. "God's Little 3. Perlman of "Cheers" 4. Confession of guilt 5. Person's individual speech habits 6. Greenbrier, e.g. 7. 1/100 kyat in Myanmar 8. Coastal raptors 9. Till (pl.) 10. Cracker topper 11. Tel Israel 12. Corn 13. Carbon compound 18. Decline 22. Dust remover 24. Professional photographer 26. Basic unit of money in Nigeria 27. Cool 28. tube 30. Bubkes 31. Foreshadow 32. Robe worn by monks 33. Ocean level variations 35. Fully extended in width 40. generis 41. Gets rid of at reduced prices (2 wds) 46. Person who takes 40 paces, turns and fires 48. Clumsy 49. A pint, maybe 50. Insignificant person 54. Sir, less formally 55. Mouth, in slang 56. 1993 Taxes standoff site 57. "I'm you!" 58. Clash of heavyweights 60. A chorus line 61. Indian bread 62. At one time, at one time 65. Cheat, slangily Sudoku answers from last week 2 9 5 7 6 4 3 1 7 3 2 4 8 9 6 K 4 3 1 9 5 7 2 9 4 6 1 3 8 7 2 5 5 3 1 9 7 2 6 8 4 7 2 8 4 6 5 9 1 3 3 5 9 4 2 7 8 6 7 5 2 3 4 9 4 1 2 6 9 7 3 5 8 Crossword answers from last week 2012. Delta Rae's debut album "Carry The Fire" was released in June 2012. David Bromberg, Friday, Jan. 11, 7:30 p.m., at the Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater. Tickets start at $29. Call 791-7400 or visit www.atthecap.com. Bromberg's range of material, based in the folk and blues idioms, continually expanded with each new album to encompass blue- grass, ragtime, country and ethnic music, and his touring band has grown apace. By the mid-'70s, the David Bromberg Big Band included horn players, a violinist, and several multi-instrumentalists, including Bromberg himself. With the release of Try Me One More Time," his 2007 solo return to the studio, Bromberg continued his musical revitaliza- tion, playing shows on his own, backed by Angel Band, his own David Bromberg Quar- tet, and reunions of the David Bromberg Big Band. His latest release, "Use Me," features Bromberg collaborating with friends includ- ing John Hiatt, Levon Helm, Los Lobos, Tim O'Brien, Vince Gill, Widespread Panic, Dr. John, Keb' Mo' and others. Out of the Real: Contemporary Ab- straction, Jan. 11 through Feb. 20, at the Octagon Arts Center, Unitarian Universalists of Clearwater, 2470 Nursery Road, Clearwa- ter. This eight-person art exhibition will See LOOKING AHEAD, page 4B Since 1973 iapel Bingo Ever I Horoscopes December 20, 2012 Capricorn December 22 January 19 Why so glum, Capricorn? Amazing things are happening all around you. Join in! A pack- age on your doorstep is a wel- come sight. Aquarius January 20 February 18 Life picks up, and you find yourself torn in a dozen direc- tions. Don't worry, Aquarius. You will find the strength to persevere and rest will come. Pisces February 19 March 20 Passion ignites, and romantic gestures are returned. Ooh-la-la, Pisces, An acquaintance keeps a promise and your financial pic- ture begins to shape up. Aries March 21 April 19 Oh, please, Aries. You have the know-how, so stop making excuses and get in there. The re- sults will astound you, your fam- ily and all involved. Taurus April 20 May 20 The week starts off rocky but ends with a bang! You take it all in stride and manage to check off one task after another from your list. Bravo, Taurus! Qemini May 21 June 21 Togetherness does not come easy these days, Gemini. Fortu- nately, an event will occur that will bring everyone back into the fold. Monetary gifts make a large purchase easy. Cancer June 22 July 22 Wishy-washy will get you nowhere fast, Cancer. Take a stance and stick with it. You won't believe what happens next! A project takes off. Leo July 23 August 22 Forgive and forget, Leo. It won't be easy, but the sooner you do it, the better you will feel. A long overdue favor is returned, with interest. Virgo August 23 September 22 Oh my, Virgo. You're much closer to a goal than you think. Give it one final push, and suc- cess will be yours. Holiday shop- ping uncovers a rare find. You deserve a treat, don't you think? Libra September 23 October 22 The pursuit of a career goal ends, and you grab the gold. About time, Libra. Peace settles in at home, paving the way for much fun together. Scorpio October 23 -November 21 Get ready to party, Scorpio. Your presence is requested at an event, and this is one opportuni- ty you don't want to miss. There is so much fun to be had. Sagittarius November 22 December 21 Surprises come at every turn, Sagittarius, and you have that special someone to thank. A long-lost treasure reappears, but something is amiss. www.tbnweekly.com Entertainment 3B Beacon, December 20, 2012 OPENING, from page 1B After years of marriage, Pete lives in a house of all females: wife Debbie and their two daughters, 8- year-old Charlotte (Iris Apatow) and 13-year-old Sadie (Maude Apatow). As he struggles to keep his record label afloat, he and Debbie must figure out how to forgive, forget and enjoy the rest of their lives ... before they kill each other. In his fourth directorial outing, Apatow's new comedy captures what it takes for one family to flourish in the middle of a lifetime together. What emerges is a deeply honest portrait of the challenges and rewards of marriage and parenthood in the modern age. Through the filmmaker's un- blinking lens, we follow one couple's three-week navigation of sex and romance, career triumphs and financial hardships, aging parents and maturing children. The all-star cast portraying the family and friends, colleagues and neighbors represents an en- semble of actors from many of Apatow's previous projects, as well as new comedy players who have been welcomed into the fold. 'Monsters, Inc. 3D' Genre: Animation and family Cast: John Goodman, Billy Crystal, Mary Gibbs, Steve Buscemi, James Coburn, Jennifer Tilly, Bob Peterson, John Ratzenberger, Frank Oz and Bonnie Hunt Director: Pete Docter, Lee Unkrich and David Sil- verman Rated: G "Monsters, Inc.," one of Disney.Pixar's most beloved and visually imaginative feature films ever, returns to the big screen to delight a whole new gen- eration of audiences and fans alike, this time in stunning 3D. The now-classic Academy Award-winning animat- ed comedy adventure "Monsters, Inc." is set in Mon- stropolis, a thriving company town where monsters of all shapes and sizes reside. Lovable Sulley (voiced by John Goodman) and his wisecracking best friend Mike Wazowski (voiced by Billy Crystal) are the top scare team at Monsters, Inc., the largest scream- processing factory. The main power source in the monster world is the collected screams of human children and at Monsters, Inc., an elite team of scarers is responsi- ble for gathering those precious natural resources. Believed by monsters to be toxic, children are strict- ly forbidden from entering Monstropolis. But when a little girl named Boo (voiced by Mary Gibbs) accidentally follows Sulley back into his world, he finds his career in jeopardy and his life in utter chaos. So pals Mike and Sulley plot to rectify the mistake and return Boo to her home. But when the trio encounters an unexpected series of compli- cations, they become embroiled in a cover-up cata- pulting them into a mystery beyond their wildest dreams. 'Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away 3D' Genre: Adventure and family Cast: Erica Linz and Igor Zaripov Director: Andrew Adamson Rated: PG From the big top to the big screen, visionary film- maker James Cameron and director Andrew Adam- son invite audiences on an all new 3D adventure: Cirque du Soleil Worlds Away. A young couple who is separated, must journey through the astonishing and dreamlike worlds of Cirque du Soleil to find each other, as audiences ex- perience the immersive 3D technology that will allow them to leap, soar, swim, and dance with the performers. The following will open in limited release. It may be several weeks before these films appear in local movie theaters. 'Not Fade Away' Genre: Musical Cast: John Magaro, Jack Huston, Will Brill, Bella Tom Cruise, Left, is Reacher and Robert Duvall is Cash in "jack Reacher," from Paramount Pictures and Skydance Productions. Photo by KAREN BALLARD Heathcote, Brad Garrett, Christopher McDonald and James Gandolfini Director: David Chase Rated: R It's 1964, the Rolling Stones appear on television and three best friends from the suburbs of New Jer- sey decide to form a rock band. For more movie news including what's playing at local theaters and trailers, visit www.TBNweekly. com. Click on the "Movie News & Reviews" link on the left-side menu. OZ Super Buffet G Grill Good Food. Good Fun. Good Times. 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Gallery hours are Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m. to noon; and Sunday, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. and noon to 1 p.m. The Ultimate Elvis Birthday Bash: Blue Suede Shoes, Sunday, Jan. 13, 1 p.m., at Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater. Tickets are $18 and $25. Call 791-7400 or visit www.rutheckerdhall.com. Part of the 2012-13 Adults at Leisure Series and back by popular demand, Scot Bruce as the young Elvis and Mike Albert as the Las Vegas Elvis return along with the Big "E" Band to offer a rockin' birthday party in celebration of America's first rock 'n' roll icon. This performance sells out every year. The Great American Songbook, Monday, Jan. 14, 1 p.m., at Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater. Tickets are $18 and $25. Call 791-7400 or visit www.rutheckerdhall.com. Part of the 2012-13 Adults at Leisure Series, dazzling production numbers, spine-tingling tap dance routines, a sizzling jazz trio, and classics from Rodgers and Hammerstein, Harold Arlen, and the Gershwins create the perfect recipe for an afternoon of nostalgia. "Hollywood Arms," by Carol Burnett and Carrie Hamilton, Jan. 17-27, at Francis Wilson Playhouse, 302 Seminole St., Clearwater. Call 446-1360 or visit www.franciswilsonplayhouse.org. Performances are generally Thursday through Saturday, 8 p.m. Matinees are Saturday and Sunday, 2 p.m. Tickets for nonmusicals are $21 for adults, $11 for students. Tickets for musicals are $26 for adults, $13 for students. "The Red Velvet Cake War," by Nicholas Hope, Jamie Wooten and Jessie Jones; Jan. 18 through Feb. 3, at the West Coast Players Theatre, 21905 U.S. 19 N., Clearwater. Performances are Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m. Matinees are Sunday, 2 p.m. Tickets are $16. Call 437-2363 or visit www.wcplayers.org. Engelbert Humperdinck, Wednesday, Jan. 23, 7:30 p.m., at Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater. From the core of his repertoire, romantic ballads to the platinum-selling theme song form the latest "Beavis and Butthead" movie, Engelbert succeeds in appealing to multiple generations of fans. Golden Globe Entertainer of the Year, more than 150 million records sold and a star on the Holly- wood Walk of Fame, this iconic performer returns to REH for the 21st time. Tickets start at $40. Call 791-7400 or visit www.ruth eckerdhall.com. Dunedin Intergalactic, through Dec. 21, at the Dunedin Fine Art Center, 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin. One of four exhibits designed to pres- ent an array of work gathered to reflect a broad, though singular theme, Intergalactic features an all-media invitational. Artists from around the world take visitors out of this world. Extraterrestrials, black holes, lunar landscapes, celestial bodies ... what lies beyond this earthly realm or not? Either way, the sky's not the limit for artists David Choi, Denis Gaston, Tsuneaki Hiramatsu, Shane Hoff- man, Violet Hopkins, Masumi Kataoka, Andy Kehoe, Scott Listfield, Beili Liu, Sim Luttin, Timothy McMahon, Leah Pecoraro, Rene Rick- abaugh, Isabell Schaupp, Sondra Sherman, Christel van der Laan and Marek Wyszomirski. DFAC galleries are open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; and Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. Gallery admission is free. DLM Children's Art Museum ad- mission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and free for DFAC members and children 2 and younger. Call 298-3322 or visit www.dfac.org. 16th annual Downtown Dunedin Art Festival, Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 12-13, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., on Main Street in downtown Dunedin. The event is free and open to the public. Visit www.artfesti val.com. The juried outdoor gallery style art showcase will feature original art, unique and affordable gift items and more than 100 artists from 30 different states. According to festival organizers, prices are set to suit all budgets, ranging from as little as $25 to $30,000. Participating artists were hand-selected from hundreds of applicants and will be on site for the duration of festival. The show will feature an array of artistic media, including paintings, life-size sculptures, pho- tography, ceramics, glass, wood, handmade jewelry, collage and mixed media. Downtown Dunedin Pioneer Park Winter Art Show, Sunday Jan. 13, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ,at Pioneer Park on the corner of Douglas and Main Street. The show will feature artwork by members of the Creative Artist Guild. Parking and admission are free. Email Polly@PollyBerlin.com. Winter Wonderland Art Walk, Friday, Jan. 18, noon to 3 p.m., at 1248 County Road One. The show will feature local affordable art, re- freshments, music and prizes. Participants can meet the artist. There will be an art demonstration. Call 724-4278. Gulfport "Sordid Lives," by Del Shores, Jan. 10-27, presented by Gulfport Community Players, at the Catherine Hickman Theatre, 5501 27th Ave. S., Gulfport. Call 322-0316 or visit www.homestead.com/gulf portcommunityplayers/. Performances are Thursday through Satur- day, 8 p.m. Matinees are Sunday, 2 p.m. Tickets are $15. Largo SSquare Dancing Fridays, Friday, Dec. 21, 7:30 to 9:45 p.m., at Largo Community Center, 400 Alt. Keene Road, Largo. Attendees will spend the evening dancing to professional caller Allen Snell. Cost is $6. For information, call 518-3131 or visit largocommunitycenter.com. Swing Dance Saturdays, Saturday, Dec. 22, 7 to 11 p.m., at Largo Community Center, 400 Alt. Keene Road, Largo. Attendees enjoy an evening of dancing and socializing with free lessons from 7 to 8 p.m. and a DJ dance from 8 to 11 p.m. Savoy Swing is the resident DJ. The center boasts a 5,600-square-foot sprung hardwood floor per- fect for dancing. Cost is $7 with a recreation card and $8 with no card. For information, call 518-3131 or visit largocommunitycenter.com. Richard Lustig, Friday, Jan. 4, 7:30 p.m., at Largo Cultural Cen- ter, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo. Tickets are $16.50. Call 587-6793. Lustig has been featured on 'The Rachael Ray Show," 'The Learning Channel," "Good Morning America," 'The Today Show" and many other TV networks around the world. He also has been recognized by "Ripley's Believe it Or Not." Lustig will share his secrets and educate attendees on how to increase their chances to win the lottery. Tom Rush, Friday, Jan. 11, 8 p.m., at Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo. Tickets start at $19.50. Call 587-6793 or visit www.largoarts.com. Rush's impact on the American music scene has been profound. He helped shape the folk revival in the '60s and the renaissance of the '80s and '90s. His music has left its stamp on generations of artists. James Taylor, Emmylou Harris, Tom Petty and Garth Brooks have cited Rush as major influences. The 5th Dimension featuring Florence LaRue, Saturday, Jan. 12, 4 and 8 p.m., at the Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo. Tickets start at $34.50. Call 587-6793. The 5th Dimension is known for its soulful sophistication and smooth harmonies with a touch of class. The group has received 14 gold records, six platinum records and six Grammy Awards with multi-million selling hits includ- ing "Up, Up, and Away," "One Less Bell to Answer," "Wedding Bell Blues," "Stone Soul Picnic" and "Aquarius." Marty Stuart, Friday, Jan. 18, 8 p.m., at the Largo Cultural Cen- ter, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo. Tickets start at $34.50. Call 587- 6793. Known for his musical merging of honky tonk, rockabilly, country-rock, traditional country and bluegrass, Grammy-winning music icon Marty Stuart is now accompanied by his band, The Fabu- lous Superlatives. He has performed with countless music legends such as Merle Haggard and Johnny Cash, and is destined to join their ranks as one of country music's most influential stars. Audiences will have an opportunity to see Stuart's flamboyant showmanship shine with his band in this one-night-only performance in Largo. The Machine, Saturday, Jan. 19, 8 p.m., at the Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo. Tickets start at $29.50. Call 587-6793. The Machine will perform music from Pink Floyd's extensive catalog. Tampa Bay area fans who have longed for a live Pink Floyd ex- perience may wish to check out The Machine, America's top Pink Floyd show. Known for performing a diverse mix of The Floyd's extensive 16- album repertoire, fans can expect to see The Machine's dramatic light- ing and video, and experience their passionate delivery that sets them apart from the rest. The California Guitar Trio and The Montreal Guitar Trio, Sat- urday, Feb. 2, 8 p.m., at Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo. Tickets are $29.50 in advance and $34.50 at the door. Call 587-6793 or visit www.largoarts.com. Featuring virtuoso gui- tarists from Japan, Canada, Belgium and the United States, the trios will explore intricate original compositions as well as new arrange- ments of progressive rock, world, jazz and classical music. Come see what the buzz is about and share an evening with these fantastic mu- sicians. The Classics IV, Saturday, Feb. 9, 8 p.m., at Largo Cultural Cen- ter, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo. Tickets are $29.50. Call 587-6793. One of the most popular and influential groups of the '60s and '70s, The Classics IV have 13 consecutive chart singles to their credit. Their gold records include "Spooky," "Stormy," 'Traces of Love" and "Every- day With You Girl." In 1993, The Classics IV were honored for their musical achievements by the state of Georgia and were inducted into the Georgia Music Hall of Fame. Jane Monhelt, Thursday, Feb. 14, 7:30 p.m., at Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo. Tickets start at $34.50. Call 587-6793. Monheit has firmly established as one of the post-millennial jazz world's foremost vocalists. She has been a featured performer in the nationally televised "Christmas at the White House" and has ap- peared on numerous television shows including "David Lettermen," 'The View," 'The Today Show" and 'The Tonight Show with Jay Leno." Jim Stafford, Friday, Feb. 15, 8 p.m., at Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo. Tickets start at $24.50. Call 587-6793 or visit www.largoarts.com. Famous for his million-selling records, "Spiders & Snakes," "Cow Patti" and the infamous "My Girl Bill," Stafford satirizes the obvious with his music and comedy. He has made 26 appearances on 'The Tonight Show," was a performer and writer for the "Smothers Brothers Show" and even hosted his own TV show on ABC network. North Redington Beach Holiday Opera Luncheon, Friday, Dec. 28, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., at The Wine Cellar Restaurant, 17307 Gulf Blvd. N., North Redington Beach. Cost is $35. Call 391-2658. The Richard Wagner Society of Florida will present an operatic performance. RSVP is required by Dec. 23. Pinellas Park "Bucket" with Tony Gaud, Dec. 21-23 and Jan. 4-6, at Venue Theatre, 9125 U.S. 19 N., Pinellas Park. Performances are Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.; and Sunday, 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $15. Gaud comes to Venue from Ybor City's improve where he is a regular MC. He takes his bucket list on a reality test drive in this dark comedy, coming to terms with failure, success, faith and ambition. Shows lead up to a taping for festival submission and feature release. Call 822-6194 or email venueactorstudio@gmail.com. Pinellas Park Orchestra, Sunday, Jan. 6, 7:30 p.m., at the Pinel- las Park Performing Arts Center, 4951 78th Ave. Admission is free but donations are encouraged. Call Dick VanDommelen at 415-9650 or visit www.pinellasparkorchestra.com. "Fragile Fate," by Lloyd Lewis, Jan. 11-27, at Venue Ensemble Theatre, presented at Venue Actors Studio, 9125 U.S. 19 N., Pinellas Park. Call 822-6194 or visit www.venueactorstudio.org. Performances are Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m. Matinees are Sunday, 2:30 p.m. Tick- ets are $20. A portion of ticket sales from each show is donated to a benefit organization. Pinellas Park Orchestra, Sunday, Feb. 3, 7:30 p.m., at the Pinel- las Park Performing Arts Center, 4951 78th Ave. Admission is free but donations are encouraged. Call Dick VanDommelen at 415-9650 or visit www.pinellasparkorchestra.com. "Love X Five," By Dennis Jones, Feb. 8-24, at Venue Ensemble Theatre, presented at Venue Actors Studio, 9125 U.S. 19 N., Pinellas Park. Call 822-6194 or visit www.venueactorstudio.org. Performances are Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m. Matinees are Sunday, 2:30 p.m. Tick- ets are $20. A portion of ticket sales from each show is donated to a benefit organization. Sunsation Show Chorus presents "Destination," Sunday, Feb. 10, 3 p.m., at the Pinellas Park Performing Arts Center, 4951 78th Ave. N., Pinellas Park. Tickets are $15. The Sunsation Show Chorus will explore the cities and neighborhoods where music of our genera- tion was born with songs such as "Blue Suede Shoes," "California Girls" and "Kansas City." Call Beverly Timpf at 530-7190 or visit www. sunsationshowchorus. com. Safety Harbor Children's book debut, Saturday, Dec. 22, 11 a.m., at the Safety Harbor Public Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Author Katie Bush and local artists Kiralinda and Todd Ramquist will take part in this outrageous, Whimzeyland presentation of the book "1206 Third Street." Bush's book highlights the transformation of an ordinary house into a work of art through color, patterns and imagination. A unique bowling ball painting craft for children ages 2 and older will fol- low the book presentation. The Whimzey House, an artistic project over 20 years in the making, has become a popular destination for Tampa Bay area visitors and has been featured on Roadside America.com as well as on MTVs show "Cribs" and is frequently re- ferred to as the "Bowling Ball House" in reference to its colorful display of repurposed bowling balls. The event is free and open to the public. For information, call 724-1525, ext. 112. Native American Flute Concert, Thursday, Jan. 17, 6:30 p.m., at the Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 724- 1525. Mark McGourley, a seasoned multi-instrumentalist, will perform. This free multi-media presentation features McGourley's live flute per- formance combined with a soundscape of instrumentation synchro- nized to spectacular images of nature from the country's most prominent national parks and beyond. All ages are welcome. St. Pete Beach Art of the Season, through Dec. 31, at Vincent William Gallery, 320 Corey Ave., St. Pete Beach. The show will feature more than 40 local artists exhibiting art for the holidays. Gallery hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free. Call 363-0598 or visit www.VincentWilliamGallery.com. St. Pete Beach Corey Area Craft Festival, Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 26-27, on Corey Avenue and Gulf Boulevard in downtown St. Pete Beach. The juried outdoor craft showcase will feature original crafts handmade in America. Unique and affordable gift items will be available for purchase from 150 crafters from 30 different states. All participating crafters will be on site for the duration of the festival. 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Entertainment 5B Beacon, December 20, 2012 'The Hobbitt' Despite Jackson's uninhibited fervor, the first in a trilogy thrives as a gripping fantasy adventure Having already achieved universal acclaim for helming the three- film cinematic adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Lord of the Rings," director Peter Jackson now kicks off the prequel trilogy with the first installment of his adaptation of'The Hobbit." The first film in the series, 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey," is vibrant, impeccably cast, exhilarating and fun ... but it never quite achieves the artistic virtuosity of Jackson's previous forays into Tolkien Middle-earth. "The Hobbit: An Unexpected ____ Journey" primarily follows the jour- ney of its title character, Bilbo Bag- C Reel Time gins. Baggins is enticed by thee Clark Zumpe Wizard Gandalf the Grey to partici- mp pate in an epic quest to reclaim the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor from an intimidating dragon named Smaug. Though it goes against his passive disposition, Bilbo ultimately agrees, joining a company of 13 dwarves led by a legendary warrior, Thorin Oakenshield. Their journey takes them far from Biblo's beloved Shire, through treacherous lands patrolled by Ores and deadly Wargs and home to Goblins and Trolls. Meanwhile, a growing menace casts a shadow over Middle-earth. The Wizard Radagast the Brown discov- ers an evil power, the Necromancer, has taken up residence in Dol Guldur in Mirkwood. As they make their way east toward the Lonely Mountain, the mem- bers of the company face increasingly daunting challenges ... and Bilbo meets a creature who will change his life and shape the destiny of Middle-earth. While the source material provides sufficient substance, Jackson veers from the written word to expand the narrative. Sometimes his flights of fancy flourish; sometimes, it just seems like he's being overindulgent. It has been nine years since 'The Return of the King" the last film in 'The Lord of the Rings" trilogy was released. It is evident that Jackson missed playing in the sandbox of Tolkien's literary creation. His uninhibited zeal is particularly apparent in an unnecessarily long cinematic prologue establishing connections to his previous films. Instead of starting in Tolkien's familiar "hole in the ground" the one that isn't "a nasty, dirty, wet hole, filled with the ends of worms and an oozy smell, nor yet a dry, bare, sandy hole with nothing in it to sit down on or to eat," but instead "a hobbit-hole" -Jackson launches his adaptation 60 years after the events depicted in 'The Hobbit." It's almost as if Jackson had to find an excuse to let Elijah Wood get into costume one more time. Jackson shoves a lot of exposition into the first hour of the movie. Audiences are forced to wait for the first taste of action, wade through the lethargic pace of the first 60 minutes and excuse the director's ex- cesses as he flaunts his creative license. All this might be excusable if Jackson also used this time to develop the characters fully there are a lot of dwarves to keep track of, after all: Thorin, Bali, Bifur, Bofur, Bombur, Dori, Dwalin, Fili, Gloin, Kili, Nori, Oin and Ori. Real character development, though, doesn't commence until the party gets under way and starts facing the challenges of the quest. Once things get moving, 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" de- livers an enthralling phantasmagoria of repellent creatures, noble cru- saders and reluctant heroes facing overwhelming odds. Jackson's Middle-earth is as vibrant as ever, overflowing with emerald-green woodlands, soaring mountain ranges, towering dark castles and un- earthly vistas. Top-notch casting helps reinforce the quality of the film. Jackson tapped Martin Freeman to play the central role of Bilbo Baggins. Freeman imbues Bilbo with a neurotic demeanor appropriate for someone with a disinclination toward adventure. The actor is care- ful not to make Bilbo's eventual acquiescence seem like some hasty epiphany. The character's worldview evolves over the course of the en- tire adventure. Ian McKellen returns as Gandalf the Grey, the character he played in 'The Lord of the Rings" trilogy. McKellen mixes authoritative charis- ma and humble goodwill to make Gandalf both potent and munificent, depending on the scene context. Richard Armitage portrays Thorin Oakenshield. Armitage provides his with a brash swagger and the perfect degree of self-importance. His powerful performance makes the audience question his motivation. Martin Freeman stars as the Hobbit Bilbo Baggins in the fantasy adventure '"The Hobbit: An Unexpected journey," a production of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures, released by Warner Bros. Pictures and MGM. Photo by JAMES FISHER Radagast the Brown is played by Sylvester McCoy. McCoy empha- sizes the character's eccentricities wonderfully, adding a comic element to the Wizard's deportment. Reprising their roles from 'The Lord of the Rings" in 'The Hobbit" Trilogy are Cate Blanchett as Galadriel, Ian Holm as Old Bilbo, Christopher Lee as Saruman, Hugo Weaving as Elrond, Elijah Wood as Frodo and Andy Serkis as Gollum. An undeniable asset to the previous films, Serkis again gives a hauntingly memorable performance as Gollum. The digitally animated character seems even more real and even more disturbing this time around. 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" doesn't quite transcend its genre like Jackson's 'The Lord of the Rings" trilogy, but it is still an ex- ceedingly entertaining film. Bolstered by the runaway success of the previous films, Jackson gorged himself on Middle-earth imagery and mythology and asks audi- ences to join him at the buffet. The result is a somewhat overinflated introduction to Tolkien's tale of a reluctant Hobbit confronting the world outside his comfort zone. Though at times the film comes off as a bit overstated, Jackson's cinematic audaciousness still can't over- shadow the film's visual resplendence, its compelling characters and its imaginative narrative. _DIi CIIJl $5.00 OFF Purchase of $25 or More Excludes Tax. Dine-In Only Cannot be combined wl Specials Early Bird,Holidao Parties SFrEEAPPETIZER SBu I. Ge[ I FREE $10.00 OFF Purchase of $50 or More Excludes Tax. Dine-In Only Cannot be o bined w/ Speda Early Bird Holiday Pari BREAKFAST LUNCH DINNER This Year When You Give Simply Delicious Gift Cards You Get The Gift Of Savings! For every $20 Gift Card you purchase you get back $5 in Simply Delicious Bonus Bucks as Our Gift! 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St. Petersburg SThe Art of Golf, through Feb. 17, at the Muse- um of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Drive NE, ST. Peters- burg. The museum will play host to the first major exhibition in America devoted to the popular game of golf, so rich in history and tradition. Organized by the High Museum of Art in Atlanta and the National Galleries of Scotland, this show will feature approxi- mately 90 works by Rembrandt, Childe Hassam, George Bellows, Norman Rockwell and Andy Warhol, among others. Some of these works have never before been on public display. They all point to golfs ability to inspire extraordinary works of art. The centerpiece of the exhibit is Charles Lees' 'The Golfers" (1847), the world's greatest painting in this genre. Museum hours are Monday through Wednesday and Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Regular admission is $17 for adults, $15 for those 65 and older, and $10 for students 7 and older, including college students with current identification. Children 6 and younger and museum members are admitted free. Docents conduct tours of special exhibitions and the collection Monday through Saturday at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. and Sun- day at 2 p.m. On the second Wednesday of the month, the general tour begins at 11:15 a.m. Family tours are conducted on Saturday at 11 a.m. For in- formation, call 896-2667 or visit www.fine-arts.org. *The De LaTorre Brothers: Home for the Holi- days, Dec. 22 through Feb. 2, at Mindy Solomon Gallery, 124 Second Ave. NE, St. Petersburg. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 502-0852, email info@mindy solomon.com or visit www.mindysolomon.com. Artists and brothers Einar and Jamez de la Torre will bring their inventive, irreverent, inspired glass and mixed media works rife with tongue-in-cheek religious iconography and pop-cultural references - to Mindy Solomon Gallery. The blown and cast glass sculptural works featured in this program are large- ly taken from the de la Torres' 2012 exhibition at the Chrysler Museum in Norfolk, Va. In addition to the museum works, the brothers' recent explo- rations in digital art and mixed media round out Home for the Holidays. The works on display show- case the multiplicity of their religious and political story, always with an eye toward humor. One exam- ple of note is the sculpture "Animaluchador" (2008). In Spanish, "anima" translates to souls burning, and "luchador" means wrestler. The figure appears to be standing in a religious pose of prayer, but is wearing the costume of a wrestler. His body is en- gulfed in flames, while he stands astride a pop-cul- tural doll. The relationship between religious icon and heroic figure (masquerading as an object of sig- nificance) personifies the de la Torres' irreverence for cultural iconography as nothing more than cartoon. This objectification of symbolic masculine and spiri- tual strength enables viewers to tackle their own senses of religious alienation with candor and humor. "9 to 5," with music and lyrics by Dolly Par- ton and book by Patricia Resnick; Jan. 18 through Feb. 3, at St. Petersburg City Theatre, 4025 31st St. S., St. Petersburg. Performances will be Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.; and Sunday, 2 p.m. Tickets are $24. Call 866-1973 or visit www.spcitythe- atre.org. Based on the screenplay by Resnick and Colin Higgins, the cult movie classic comes to the stage in this Tony Award nominated musical. With more than a dozen new songs that add fun and di- mension to an already fast paced and hysterical show, the musical boasts all the things audiences loved about the movie. "The Piano Lesson," by August Wilson, pre- sented by American Stage Theatre, Jan. 18 through March 3; previews Jan. 16-17, at the Ray- mond James Theatre, 163 Third St. N., St. Peters- burg. Call 823-PLAY (7529) or visit www.american stage.org. Generally, main stage performances are Wednesday through Saturday, 8 p.m. Matinees are Saturday and Sunday, 3 p.m. Ticket prices range from $29 to $59 depending on the date and time of the performance. 27th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drum Major for Justice Battle of the Bands and Drumline Extravaganza, Sunday, Jan. 20, 4 p.m., at Tropicana Field Dome Stadium, One Tropicana Drive, St. Petersburg. General admission tickets are $10 in advance and $12 the day of the event. Visit mlknationalparade.org. Sunshine Blues Festival, Sunday, Jan. 20, 11 a.m., at Vinoy Park, 701 Bayshore Drive NE, St. Petersburg. The inaugural Sunshine Blues Festival will feature two stages and a day of blues music. Entertainment will include performances by Tedeschi Trucks Band, Dr. John, Walter Trout, Sonny Landreth, Joe Louis Walker, Jaimoe's Jasssz Band, Matt Schofield, The Wood Brothers, Big Sam's Funky Nation, Sean Chambers and Bobby Lee Rodgers. Tickets are $49.50. Visit www.sunshinebluesfestival.com. "An Empty Plate in the Cafe du Grand Boeuf," by Michael Hollinger, Jan. 25 through Feb. 17, at freeFall Theatre, 6099 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. Call 498-5205 or visit www.freefallthe- atre.com. Performances are Thursday, 7 p.m.; and Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m. Matinees are Satur- day and Sunday, 2 p.m. Tickets are $37 for adults and $34 for students, seniors and military mem- bers. There is a $7 surcharge for premium seating. "Can't Help Falling in Love," with Chris MacDonald's Memories of Elvis, Saturday, Feb. 16, 8 p.m., at the Palladium Theater, 253 Fifth Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Tickets start at $34. Call 822-3590 or visit www.spcollege.edu/palladium. MacDonald is the only tribute artist hired by Elvis Presley Enterprises to perform at Graceland's Heartbreak Hotel for seven consecutive years. This big Las Vegas-style show features a full production nine-piece band, dancers and singers. MacDonald leads the celebration which highlights several stages of the iconic King of Rock 'N' Roll's career, including the early years, movies, black leather '68 comeback and white fringe '70 Vegas concerts. "Bernarda Alba," with words and music by Michael John LaChiusa, based on the play 'The House of Bernarda Alba," by Federico Garcia Lorca; March 15 through April 7, at freeFall The- atre, 6099 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. Call 498- 5205 or visit www.freefalltheatre.com. Performances are Thursday, 7 p.m.; and Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m. Matinees are Saturday and Sunday, 2 p.m. Tickets are $37 for adults and $34 for students, seniors and military members. There is a $7 surcharge for premium seating. Tampa Marcia Ball, Friday, Jan. 4, 8 p.m., at Skip- per's Smokehouse, 910 Skipper Road, Tampa. Tickets are $20. Call 813-971-0666 or visit www.skipperssmokehouse.com. Texas-born, Louisiana-raised pianist/vocalist/songwriter Mar- cia Ball, touring in support of her Grammy-nomi- nated Alligator Records CD, "Roadside Attractions," will perform Jan. 4, at Skipper's Smokehouse. Ball's groove-laden New Orleans R&B, heart-wrenching ballads and driving Gulf Coast blues have made her a one-of-a-kind fa- vorite of music fans everywhere. Her music mixes equal parts simmering soul fervor and rollicking Crescent City piano. Over the course of her career, Ball's infectious, intelligent and deeply emotional songs have won her a loud and loyal international fan base. "Roadside Attractions" is her fifth release for Alligator, and the fourth to receive a Grammy nomination. "Hay Fever," by Noel Coward, presented by Jobsite Theater, Jan. 9 through Feb. 3, at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. W.C. Maclnnes Place, Tampa. Call 813-229-7827 or visit www.jobsitetheater.org. Performances are Thursday through Saturday, 8 p.m. Matinees are Sunday, 4 p.m. Tickets are $28. "Much Ado About Nothing," by William Shakespeare, presented by Jobsite Theater, March 13 through April 7, at the Straz Center for the Per- forming Arts, 1010 N. W.C. Maclnnes Place, Tampa. Call 813-229-7827 or visit www.jobsiteth- eater.org. Performances are Thursday through Saturday, 8 p.m. Matinees are Sunday, 4 p.m. Tickets are $28. "Behind the Gates," by Wendy Graf, present- ed by Jobsite Theater, May 1-26, at the Straz Cen- ter for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa. Call 813-229-7827 or visit www.jobsitetheater.org. Performances are Thursday through Saturday, 8 p.m. Matinees are Sunday, 4 p.m. Tickets are $28. 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Rev traces the rich heritage of Jews as contributors to the American musical landscape. As writers, song pluggers, publishers, singers, comedians, and en- tertainers Jews contributed and dominated every facet of American popular music. Learn how our immigrant past shines brilliantly in song and dance with popular standards, blues, ragtime, sentimental ballads, Yiddish theater pieces and the influences of the old country. Performing on banjo, guitar, ukulele, mandolin, harmonica and recorder, Rev highlights the work of Sophie Tucker, Fanny Brice, Al Jolson, the Gershwins, Irving Berlin, and more. Cost is $16 for adults and $14 for members and students. Call 942-5605 or visit www.tarponarts.org. Acoustic Evening of Songs and Stories with Lil' Rev, Friday, Jan. 4, 7:30 p.m., at Tarpon Springs Cultural Center, 101 S. Pinellas Ave., Tar- pon Springs. Lil' Rev is a phenomenal musician, whose performances engage, entertain, educate and captivate audiences of all ages. He brings the rare combination of in-depth knowledge of folk music with an instant rapport with audiences young and old. He infuses the audience's musical experience with an unforgettable connection with their musical heritage. Join America's favorite Jewish folksinger, Lil' Rev, for a heartfelt evening of songs, stories, humor and instrumental magic. Cost is $16 for adults and $14 for members and students. Call 942-5605 or visit www.tarponarts. org. The Brothers Four, Saturday, Jan. 12, 8 p.m., at Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center, 324 Pine St., Tarpon Springs. Cost is $28 for adults and $24 for members and students. Call 942-5605 or visit www.tarponarts.org. The smooth, musical sound of The Brothers Four has delighted millions for well over 45 years. Folk songs from America, Ireland, Scotland, Africa, Japan and China round out a repertoire of acous- tic tunes old and new. Hit songs include "Green- fields," 'Try to Remember," and "Across the Wide Missouri." 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Close to beach and shopping. Call Mon-Fri 9:00AM-4:00PM. (727)391-6268. Coastal Asset Real Estate Specializing in Property Management. 30-Years' Experience. Need Properties to Rent. Single and Multifamily. Let Us Do The Work! Reasonable Rates. Call Greg (727)423-5838. Tampa Bay NEWSPAPERS ACCEPTS VISA, MC, DISCOVER CSALL: 397-5sc CALL: 397-5563 HONEST & TRUSTWORTHY "nK ITLLN y u TEA1VI", WE WORK 7 DAYS A WEEK WE OFFER REBATES FOR SELLERS OR BUYERS CALL: TOM TILLEY 727-643-5330 tilleyrealestate gmail.com FUTURE HOME REALITY EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise "any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or an intention, to make such preference, limitation or discrimination." Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians; pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD Toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The Toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. <: [ RENTALS I |UI _ CLEARWATER 3BR/1 BA, Carport. Pets OK. Near Dunedin. Freshly Painted. Equity Pro Realty, Rosalyn Carlton (727)644-0400. LARGO 2BR/1 BA, FIREPLACE All Utilities Included. $950/Month, First/Last. (727)586-2419, (727)586-1566. LARGO, 219 12TH ST SW. (Near Largo Medical Center). Large screened porch, near Medical Center & West Bay. $760/month includes W/S/G. (727) 581-5221 PINELLAS PARK, 2BR/1BA Quiet neighborhood. $800/month plus first/ last/ security. (727)526-3103 or (727) 479-6812 SEMINOLE 2BR/1.5BA/1CG Large Sunroom & Screened Lanai. Corner Lot, Room For Boat/ RV. $900/Mo. Shipwatch Realty, Inc. www.ShipWatchRealty.com (727)596-6508. ST. PETE, 5136 1ST AVE. N. 2BR/1 BA, Private Deck, Carport. Lawn Maintenance Included. $600/Mo. (727)253-0523. BAY PINES: 55+ CONDO, 2BR/1.5BA, Heated Pool, Rec. W/D. Nonsmoking, Petless, $895/Month +Security. Annual Only! (609)812-0201. LARGO, 55+, 2BR/2BA Close to beach & shopping. No pets, non-smoking. $1,300 month + security. (609) 247-3385 LARGO: PENTHOUSE GREENS, 2BR/2BA, W/D. $850/Month. Annual. Best Beach Rentals. (727)398-1200. ON TOP OF THE WORLD, 2BR/2BA, 55+, 2nd Floor, Partially Furnished. Annual. Equity Pro Realty, Rosalyn Carlton (727)644-0400. SEMINOLE, 2BR/2BA, 1,750SF. Fairway Villas, Bardmoor Golf Course. Very Nice Ground Floor End Unit, High Ceiling, Porch, Pool, Spa, Fully Furnished & Equipped. $1,400/Mo. Annual. $2,400/Mo. Seasonal. Plus Secu- rity. (727)492-4750 SEMINOLE, ST. PETE AREA 2BR/2BA,1,350SF, end unit. Updated. New A/C, heat. Covered parking, elevator, gated security. Many amenities. Non-smoking. Seasonal $1400/MO + security. Annual rate available. (859)492-0010. VILLA MILAN: ON LAKE Seminole, 2BR/2BA, Great Views, 2nd Floor. $800/Month. 1st/ Last/ Security. Best Beach Rentals. (727)398-1200. A BEAUTIFUL SEMINOLE, 2BR/2BA, nicely upgraded, 2nd floor, Living/ Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, W/D, Pool/ Spa, Carport. $775/Month, 1st month/security. Annual. (727)482-9139. BEST UNIT IN SEMINOLE Gardens, 2BR/2BA, 55+, Completely Remodeled, Near Shopping, No pets, Non-smoking. $875/Month includes water/sewer, cable. Robert G. Castles Realtor (727)595-8229 CLEARWATER, BAY OAKS 1BR, 2nd Floor Unit, W/D Hookups, Carport, Heated Pool, No Pets. $625/Month Includes W/S/T +Cable. Rainbow Property Management (727)446-9633 DUNEDIN, (2) 2BR/2BA 55+, First Floor, W/D, Small Pet Okay, $850/Month. All Ages, Cute, Fireplace, W/D, Near Community Center, 2nd Floor, $900/Month. Linda Lyford, Van Hook Properties, (727)785-1610 MINUTES TO BEACH. 2BR/2BA +Florida Room, Immaculate, Spa- cious, C/H/A, Heated Pool. 55+, Nonsmoking, Petless. $650/Mo. Includes Cable, W/S/T. (727)742-6455. NEW ATLANTIS: 1 BR/1 BA, MILE To Beach! Heated Pool, Jacuzzi, Tennis, Gated. $650/Month. Call Kerry, (704)996-1962. SEMINOLE GARDENS 1BR/1BA, 608SF, 55+, Unit, Ground Floor. New Floors! $600/Month-Yearly. Ridge Seminole Mgmt. Corp. (727)397-2534 SEMINOLE GARDENS 1BR/1BA, 874SF, 55+, Water View, 2nd Floor WOW $675/Month-Yearly. Ridge Seminole Mgmt. Corp. (727)397-2534 SEMINOLE GARDENS 55+ 2BR/1BA $725/Month. Just Remodeled, New Windows on Porch overlooking Lake, 1,012SF, Bill (727)397-5512, (727)641-6681. SEMINOLE SQUARE 1BR/1BA First Floor, 55+, Close: Beach, Bus, Shopping. Cable. Updated, No Pets. $630/Month, 1-Month Security. (727)394-2915. SEMINOLE, LONG BAYOU, Newly Remodeled. Modern Condo. 2BR/2BA, 1,200sf, 3rd Floor, Elevator. 55+, Gated community. Resort Style Living. $925/Month. (727)385-7718. SHIPWATCH 3BR/2BA/1CG Villa, 2nd Floor Stairs, Gated, W/D, Screened Balcony, $1,400/Month. Annual Only. Best Beach Rentals. (727)398-1200. AFFORDABLE HOUSING for OEF/OIF Vets. M/F. No pets. Space is limited. Call Zak White: (727)442-9041, Ext. 114. CLEARWATER, 1 BR/1BA Private estate, pool. All utilities included. Near Intracoastal, golf, busline. $760/ month. (727)581-5221 LARGE STUDIO: NEAR LARGO Medical Hospital on Indian Rocks Rd, Water Views. $750/Mo. Annual; $1,000/Mo. Seasonal, Includes Utilities. (727)593-7730. MADEIRA BEACH: 1BRs & Efficiencies. Fully Equipped. Weekly. No Pets. Includes Utilities. (727)397-4130. SEMINOLE GARDENS, 55+. 1BR Standard, Furnished. 2BR/2BA, $875/Mo. Winter Rentals. No Pets. Nonsmokers Only. Robert G. Castles, P.A., Broker. (727)595-8229 www.SeminoleGarden.com BELLEAIR BLUFFS Deluxe 1-2BRs, 1st-2nd Floor. New Carpet. Overlooking Pool & Courtyard, 1 block from shopping & Intracoastal. 2942 West Bay Dr. (727)483-4853. BELLEAIR GREENS APTS. 2BR/2BA units on Biltmore Golf Course. Newly renovated. Across from police, rec center. (727)365-6821. DOWNTOWN CLEARWATER, 1 BR. Close To Bus Terminal. $490/Month. Call Bob, (727)515-0994. AFFORDABLE & CLEAN! Largo 1 BR, $145/Wkly or $595/Mo. Clearwater Studio, $425/Mo. Dunedin: Room, $85/Wkly, On Bus Line. Some Free Utilities. Call Or Click 586-2412.com DUNEDIN'S Best Kept Secret! 1-2BR, $299 move-in special. Pet Friendly, Sparkling pool. Logarto Apts. (727)733-0423. HOLIDAY MOVE IN SPECIAL PINELLAS VILLAGE NOW ACCEPTING FAMILIES 1ST MONTH FREE!! 2/BED $625, 3/BED $747 CALL TODAY!!! (727)399-2500 LARGO, TWO APARTMENTS AVAILABLE. 2BR/1BA/1CG Second floor. $850/Month. +Security. 1BR/1BA/1CG, $750/Month + Security. Pets OK. Anne Martello Realtor. (727)463-1804. LARGO: 1 BR/1 BA, BEAUTIFUL Landscaped Courtyard, W/D. Petless. $750/Month, First, Last. $200 Security. Includes All Util. (727)586-1566 Or (727)586-2419. LARGO: VERY CLOSE TO Transportation, Shopping, Hospital. 1BR/1BA, $600/month, 2BR/1BA, $650/month, 22R/2BA, $700/month. (727)280-6001. INDIAN ROCKS BEACH Cozy, Clean, Furnished Cottages. 1-2BRs starting at: $395/week +tax (January) $595/week +tax (February/ March) Steps to Gulf Beach. Pet Friendly. (727)595-8013. www.SunshineCozyCottages.com. FURNISHED/ UNFURNISHED 1-5 Bedrooms Condos, Houses, Duplexes Weekly/ Monthly/ Annual Bob Schmidt, (727)580-9797 Tropical Isles Realty, Inc. (727)593-0744, (800)655-0744 TREASURE ISLAND 1BR/2BA, No Smoking/ Pets. Pool. $800/Month +First/ Sec. All Utilities Included. Available Immediately! (727)367-2727. 10Wtfo Rea THE BEST VALUE ON THE BEACHES! We have MORE: Amenities, Fun Activities & include more Services. Spacious, Clean 1, 2 & 3 bdrm Condos Starting at S915 Call us today and start your move home to Gull Harbor! 55+ www.qullharborcondos.com 17105 Gulf Blvd, NRB 727-392-0753 I SUNSET BEACH, TREASURE Island. 1BR/1BA, Unfurnished, 800SF Plus 200SF Balcony. Walk To Beach. No Dogs. $800/Mo. Call Ken, (828)406-6194. TREASURE ISLAND, 2BR/1BA Unfurnished Apt. Near Publix & Beach. Across From Park. $950/Mo. Call (727)432-9862. REDINGTON SHORES YACHT & Tennis Club. 3BR/3BA. All amenities. Long or short term. Available immediately! $2,200/ month + first/ last security. (352)258-5925 SAND KEY Clearwater Beach. Furnished, Large 2BR/2BA Condo, Pool. Seasonal/Annual. Equity Pro Realty, Rosalyn Carlton (727)644-0400. SAND KEY, CLEARWATER BCH Furnished 2BR/2BA Condos Available 1-12 Months. Florida Dreams RE Sales & Rentals, Inc. (727)595-5774. LARGO, ONE BEDROOM On Large Treed Lot w/stack W/D Unit. Minutes from Beaches and Shopping. $550/Month. Annual lease. Rainbow Property Mgmt. (727)446-9633 NEAR BAY PINES VA & Madeira Beach, 1BR, $555/Month +$300 Security, Includes W/S/G, Cable. Pets OK. (727)393-1628. IM832= 0m l NEAR LARGO CENTRAL PARK, 2BR, C/H/A, Nice Condition, Carport, W/D Hook-ups, Smoke Free, Credit Check, $675/Month, (727)584-6283. CLASSIFIED DEADLINE: Noon Monday Call 397-5563 26. ComrilSetl 1 19. R as 185. each ental I-GULL!MH;;OR STARTING AT $65 *1-Signature Divorce Missing Spouse Divorce *WE COME TO YOU! Statewide 1-888-847-1997 (Since 1992) 5. C eil 1 19. 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NEWLY RENOVATED, TWO offices/ connecting door. Includes shared signage, parking lot, lobby, kitchen, restrooms, and server/ phone room. $750 plus electric. John (727)631-5900. BELCHER RD. S. OF EAST BAY Professional Office Condo, L 1,500 SF. $1,400/Mo. End Unit. (727)530-3535 SUBMIT YOUR CLASSIFIED AD ONLINE Too busy to call in to our office? Can't visit in person? Order your classified ad online, 24/7, quickly and easily. Visit www.TBNweekly.com, click on "Place A Classified," complete & submit the form. A representative from the classified dept. will follow up with you during regular office hours to confirm your order and obtain payment information. ADS WILL NOT BE PLACED WITHOUT CONFIRMATION AND PAYMENT DETAILS FROM YOU. LARGO: 2BR/1BA, UNFURN. New Tile, Large Kitchen, W/D Hook-Up, Petless. $750/Month, Annual. Best Beach Rentals. (727)398-1200. IN SEMINOLE, OFF PARK BLVD. Nice Bedroom, Private Bath. Refrigerator, Microwave, Cable. Good Area, Near Bus. $145/Wk. +Security. (727)398-0763. SAFE, CLEAN, QUIET. Fully Furnished. Utilities, Cable Included. Deposit, References, ID Required. From $140/Week. (727)547-1199. SEMINOLE, Heartbreak House, Quiet, Furnished, Share house, Pool, Cable W/D, No smoking/ Illegal drugs. $120/Week and up. Utilities Included. B.G.C. (727)331-3935. BELCHER RD. S. OF EAST BAY Professional Office Condo, 1,500 SF. $1,400/Mo. End Unit. (727)530-3535 NEWLY RENOVATED, TWO offices/ connecting door. Includes shared signage, parking lot, lobby, kitchen, restrooms and server/ phone room. $750 plus electric. John (727)631-5900. OFFICE & RETAIL SPACE From $429 Per Month. Ample Parking. Madeira Beach. (727)641-6465. FOUND DOG: TERRIER, MALE, small, white with black/brown spots. Wearing black harness. Found 12/8, area of 66th St. and 70th Ave. Pinellas Park. (727)244-9485. . -AT YOUR SERVICE ARE YOU PREGNANT? A Childless, Married Couple (in our 30s) seeks to adopt. Will be hands on Mom and devoted Dad. Financially secure. Expenses paid. 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We are the company who sold the Biltmore Hotel property for the Mellon Bank. In Business for 28 Successful Years. Contact Nick Kayafas, Marketing Manager Florida Growth Realty (727)596-9394 DISPATCHER POLICE City of Pinellas Park is seeking a motivated individual to receive and process incoming emergency & non-emergency calls via telephone and radio, primarily for police services. Shift work required: Nights, Weekends & Holidays. Starting pay is $15.92 per hr + benefits. See the City's website for complete job posting & apply online: www.pinellas-park.com; Open until Fri. 12/28/12. City Hall 5141 78th Ave. is closed 12/24 & 12/25. EOE DFWP 122012; EXPERIENCED Housekeepers wanted. P/T, Saturdays required. Apply in person: Legacy Vacation Club 19607 Gulf Blvd. Indian Shores. FULL SERVICE CAR WASH F-T Attendant. Driver's License Necessary, Experience Helpful. Largo. (727)593-2717. GLOBAL CONNECTIONS Customer Service/ Clerical, Receptionist for a travel club. Full-time 10:30AM-7:00PM Monday-Friday, 9:OOAM-5:00PM Saturday. Insurance, 401K, travel benefits, plus booking incentives. Must have computer, customer service skills. Fax resume: (727)467-9097, E-mail: kbrazier@gcitravel.net CLASSIFIED ROCK!I : NOW HIRING t CNAs/HHAs * Great Cases - S All Hours Experience Required COMPETITIVE PAY Health &HomemSkfervices, Inc. Celebrating 25 Years! (727) 586-0044 PINECREST PLACE Retirement community is looking for candidates to work the wait-staff position in our dining rooms. We have multiple positions open; various hours including weekends and holidays. We are looking for candidates to provide quick, efficient, and pleasant delivery of food to our residents and guests, ensuring all quality standards of food & service are being met. We offer competitive wages. Position requires Level II back- ground screening; EOE; Drug-free workplace. Please apply in person at 1150 8th Ave. SW, Largo, FL. PROFESSIONAL DRIVERS With CDL & Passenger Endorse- ment. Outgoing Personality. Days, Nights, Weekends Required. 20+ Hours Weekly. Email Qualifications To: Sue@ClearwaterJolleyTrolley.com SAND KEY CONDOMINIUM seeking experienced, dependable custodian. Multi-tasker, self moti- vated and organized with good customer service skills. Full-time position with benefits. Resume w/work History and 3 References required. Call (727)596-5706. Let us help you with your advertising needs. Call today! 397-5563 52.MdclHl 1 55 P t -t UTILITY WORKER- PINECREST Place, a premier retirement community located in Largo, is seeking reliable individuals to beco me mbers of our kitchen staff. PT positions available. Will include evenings and some weekend hours. Interested candidates can apply in person at: 1150 8th Ave. SW, Largo, or fax resume to M. Kristall @ (727)581-8409. EOE, DFWP. | EARN $SlOO00s From Home? Be careful of 0 Work-At-Home Schemes. Hidden costs can add up * S* Requirements may be * unrealistic. * Learn how you can avoid I Work-At- Home Scams. ! Call: Federal Trade Comm. 1-877-FTC-HELP. I A A message from |I h Tampa Bay Newspapers - S and the FTC. CNAs, HHAs NEEDED FOR Pinellas County Area. Choose Your Hours. $10-$13.50 Per Hour. (727)822-3034 C.N.A.s & H.H.A.s Private Duty, In-Home-Care Flexible hours/days/nights Competitive pay 727-797-8600 Come join our team of Angels today! UNBEATABLE PRICE$! FA$T RESULT$! Sell Your Home In The Classifieds! CALL TODAY! 397-5563 52.MdclHl 1 55 P t -t Wondering How To Pay Off All Of Those Bills? We are looking for men and women to deliver FREE community newspapers in Pinellas County. Must be available either Wednesday, Thursday or Friday. Experience preferred but will train the right person. This is a supplemental income. Applicant must have good transportation; preferably a van, large car, SUV or pickup truck. For more information, please contact Mr. Shiflett at 727-530-5521. 8510 Tampa Dag Timnes Home Delivery Independent Distributor Opportunities $800-$1,500 per month profit potential, paid weekly. Early morning hours. Be your own boss! Areas now available: Seminole Largo Kenneth City St. Petersburg Tierra Verde Madeira Bch. Indian Rks. Bch. Clearwater Palm Harbor - Tarpon Springs Must be at least 18 Valid driver's license. Reliable vehicle and car insurance. tampabay.com/distributor 1-866-498-4637. - HOT TUB, 5 PERSON, NEVER Used, Lounger, Light. Can Deliver. $1,595. (727)851-3217. MURRAY 26" MEN'S 21 SPEED Arista Bicycle. Hardly used. Seminole. First $60 takes it. (352)428-9285 PARROT BIRDCAGE, LARGE, Table-Top, w/accesories. Very Good Condition. $60. (727)584-5451. QUAD-CORE PC Athlon II 631 processor, 6GB DDR3 Ram (support for up to 16GB), 500GB HDD, DVD/CD writer, Dedicated Direct X 11 Radeon HD5450. 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| 0 | sobekcm_page_globals.constructor | Application State validated or built |
| 0 | sobekcm_database.verify_item_lookup_object | |
| 0 | sobekcm_page_globals.constructor | Navigation Object created from URI query string |
| 0 | sobekcm_database.verify_item_lookup_object | |
| 0 | sobekcm_page_globals.display_item | Retrieving item or group information |
| 0 | sobekcm_page_globals.get_entire_collection_hierarchy | Retrieving hierarchy information |
| 0 | sobekcm_assistant.get_entire_collection_hierarchy | |
| 0 | cached_data_manager.retrieve_item_aggregation | |
| 0 | cached_data_manager.retrieve_item_aggregation | Found item aggregation on local cache |
| 0 | item_aggregation_builder.get_item_aggregation | Found 'all' item aggregation in cache |
| 0 | system.web.ui.page.page_load (ufdc.page_load) | |
| 0 | sobekcm_page_globals.constructor.on_page_load | |
| 0 | html_echo_mainwriter.add_style_references | Adding style references to HTML |
| 0 | html_echo_mainwriter.add_text_to_page | Reading the text from the file and echoing back to the output stream |
| 4 | html_echo_mainwriter.add_text_to_page | Finished reading and writing the file |