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May 1 - May 14, 2008
by Jaime Silveira
• Longtime Dr. Phillips Charities leader retires
After more than a half century of service to Dr. Phillips Charities and rising from the role of bookkeeper to CEO, J.A. “Jim” Hinson retired in March from his role as president of the not-for-profit Dr. P. Phillips Foundation — the final leadership post he held with the two organizations making up Dr. Phillips Charities.
“Jim Hinson has dedicated nearly 50 years to bettering the community,” said Rob Mellen, president of Dr. Phillips Inc. “The Dr. Phillips Charities have been enriched with Jim’s outstanding leadership. We will continue to honor the Phillips’ family legacy by building on the great work he has done.”
Mellen was elected as president of the foundation to succeed Hinson, who had served in that position for the past 23 years. Hinson will continue to serve on the board of the organization as chairman. Mellen has been serving as president of Dr. Phillips Inc. since November 2007.
Although Hinson is backing away from his day-to-day activities with Dr. Phillips Charities, he will become a consultant to the organization, working on various community-related matters. The last leader of Dr. Phillips to be personally acquainted with members of the Phillips family, Hinson has carried out the family’s wish to use their citrus holdings for charitable purposes in Central Florida for more than 50 years.
“The Dr. Phillips Charities will continue its commitment to improving the lives of others through ongoing charitable giving to local nonprofits,” Mellen said.
• JDRF gala committee named
The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, in conjunction with presenting sponsor West, Green & Associates, P.L., announced the planning committee for the 2008 Cirque Du Cure Gala, which will take place at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando on Oct. 25.
Committee members are Scot Aurelius, JDRF board president; Martin Bernstine, executive director; Caryn Green, presenting sponsor and gala chairwoman; Julie Burrow; Kim Foran; Georgianna Ungaro; Margaret Donaldson; Peter Gardner; Pamela Penrod; Mimi Ganter; Kimberley Lincoln; Brooke Herron; Jennifer O’Mara; Kendra Presley; Shamila Sharma; Alex Talley; Wendy Williams; Linda Rosen; and Mary Seay.
Last year’s gala was a record fund-raising effort for the Central Florida chapter of JDRF, with more than $285,000 raised in just one evening.
JDRF is now offering gala sponsorship packages and accepting live and silent auction donations. For more information, visit www.jdrf.org/centralflorida on the Web.
• Southwest children hop for Jerry’s Kids
Even the youngest Central Florida residents can help Jerry’s Kids by participating in a Hop-a-Thon to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association. The Hop-a-Thon is part of MDA’s national disability awareness initiative, organized by child-care centers and elementary schools across the country. Youngsters participating in Hop-a-Thons, along with their parents, obtain pledges and donations to benefit MDA based on how many times each child can hop in two minutes. Southwest-area schools already participating in the program include The Crenshaw School and StarChild Academy.
“The enthusiasm and tremendous support of area child-care centers [and schools] will help this year’s Hop-a-Thon program exceed last year’s total. Most importantly, children will gain heightened awareness about what it means to help others,” said Tammy Clelland, district director of the Central Florida MDA office.
For more information, call (407) 562-2035 or visit www.mda.org on the Web.
Florice Gregory has joined Solantic as chief financial officer. The walk-in, urgent health-care clinic offers services at fair prices, with as little hassle as possible. Gregory most recently served as director of financial control for Office Depot. She earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting from California State University and completed a Master of Business Administration at the University of Florida. For more information, call (407) 362-2029 or visit www.solantic.net on the Web.
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Dynasty Gallery & Gifts, 1067 S. Clarke Road, Ocoee, will host an exclusive Lladró event May 2 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. A master flower-maker artist from Valencia, Spain, will demonstrate the art of creating porcelain flowers and unveil the new Spring in Bloom Collection. For more information, call (407) 522-4400 or visit www.dynastygallery.us on the Web.
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Windermere Downs resident Barbara Brady (right), a real estate agent with Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate, has the honor of presenting Jim Gillespie, chief executive officer of Coldwell Banker Resident Real Estate, at the opening general session of the company’s International Business Conference at Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center.
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Yogamatrix Studio in The Marketplace at Dr. Phillips will start an exclusive workshop on energy exercises and mudras May 10. Mudras are powerful, ancient healing hand gestures or yoga positions for hands and fingers. They can improve energy circulation and enhance health while unblocking physical, mental and emotional stagnated patterns, as well as help rejuvenate, restore and develop a deeper sense of inner balance. Head mudras and postural mudras also will be included in this three-class session. Classes will be held Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. through May 24. For more information, call (407) 354-0909 or visit www.yogamatrixstudio.com on the Web.
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Nagoya Sushi in The Marketplace at Dr. Phillips is offering a complimentary teapot to the first 20 mothers who dine on Mother’s Day. The restaurant will be open May 11 from 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Reservations are accepted. For more information, call (407) 248-8558.
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Hollister Co. and Kiehl’s have opened their doors at Pointe Orlando on International Drive. Open daily at 10 a.m., Pointe Orlando features 40 stores and restaurants. For more information, call (407) 248-2838 or visit www.pointeorlando.com on the Web.
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Graduate students at The Beckman Co. Finishing School help raise money for charities at the annual Central Florida Women’s League Gala. Pictured are (l. to r.) Elizabeth Bragg; Sabrina Samuels, owner; Elizabeth Gill; and Caroline Baker.
Sabrina Samuels, owner of The Beckman Co. Finishing School, and some of the school’s graduate students helped raise money for charities at the annual Central Florida Women’s League Gala. In addition to teaching table etiquette and social graces, teachers at The Beckman Co. involve students in positive community activities. Samuels is a CFWL board member. For more information, call (407) 876-0306.
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Hairstylist Jessica joined the staff at Salon de Cruz, located at 2615 S. Hiawassee Road in Orlando. Formerly with The Day Spa in Ashley Park, Jessica is offering a 20 percent discount on each client’s first visit. The salon is still looking for stylists to join its team. For more information, call (407) 295-8050.
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(L. to r.) Sanjay and Kam Srinivasan of Vizcaya and Melissa and Tony Merenda of Bay Hill, co-owners of Vanity Clothing Boutique in The Marketplace at Dr. Phillips, attend the store’s spring/summer fashion show.
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Victoria Golat was promoted to association aquatics director of the Central Florida YMCA. In this role, Golat will be responsible for leadership of the Aquatics Training Academy, oversight of safety, and hiring qualified aquatics staff. Golat has been with the Central Florida YMCA for more than 13 years, serving in various aquatics-management positions. Most recently, she served as the senior aquatics director for the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA Family Center. She is also an instructor with the association in various lifesaving certifications, such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation, Professional Rescuer/automated external defibrillator, first aid, and oxygen administration. For more information, call (407) 448-2484 or visit www.centralfloridaymca.org on the Web.
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As part of its May 10 grand-opening celebration, LensCrafters, located in Suite 110 at 3119 Daniels Road in Winter Garden, will feature giveaways, refreshments, balloons and special merchandise offers, including $75 off a pair of eyeglasses. Customers will also be welcomed by radio personalities from WOMX 105.1-FM from noon to 2 p.m. For more information, call (407) 654-6060.
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Golden Pond Communities, an assisted-living community in Winter Garden, is opening a new 18-unit building. The building consists of one- and two-bedroom apartments, as well as private studios. Each suite has a kitchenette with a refrigerator, sink and storage area; ample closet space; private bath; and outside patio. The public is invited to tour the new addition during an open house May 18 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call (407) 654-7217 or visit www.goldenpondcommunities.com on the Web.
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Personalized Primary Care invites the public to its grand re-opening party May 14 from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The office recently relocated to 602 Front St. in Celebration. For more information, call (407) 566-2454 or visit www.personalizedprimarycare.com on the Web.
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Nannette’s Inc. offers ballroom dance classes at Act III Acting and Performing Arts Studio.
Nannette’s Inc. will offer ballroom dance classes at Act III Acting and Performing Arts Studio beginning May 18 at 2 p.m. The Introduction to Ballroom Dance Class, an eight-week class that soon will be offered weeknights, too, is $90 per person. For more information, call (386) 532-2624 or visit www.nannettes.com on the Web.
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Medi-Weightloss Clinics’ new patients have lost a combined total of 992 pounds. Located on Sand Lake Road in Dr. Phillips, Karen Evans, M.D., is thrilled with the results her patients are experiencing. The clinic offers physician-supervised weekly visits and a patient-specific weight-loss program. For more information, call (407) 226-2993 or visit www.mediweightlossclinics.com on the Web.
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In addition to a $2.7 million enhancement that began last month, the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA Family Center is opening a new $1.2 million zero-depth pool and slide for the Dr. Phillips community. The center will celebrate the completion of the enhancement with a grand re-opening ceremony May 23. The facility’s enhancements include the addition of a 2,500-square-foot multipurpose room, 2,000-square-foot social/gathering area, new entry and new bathhouse in the existing pool area. For more information, call (407) 895-8660.
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Cupcake Couture, a family-owned, cupcake-only bakery located in Ocoee in the Maguire Crossing Plaza at 2795 Old Winter Garden Road, is adding shipping opportunities to its repertoire. The company’s Web site, www.cupcakecouture.com, which should be available by May 15, will offer shipping services within the United States. For more information, call (407) 656-8338.
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Orlando Plastic Surgery Center celebrates its third anniversary.
Plastic surgeon George H. Pope, M.D., celebrated the third anniversary of his private practice, Orlando Plastic Surgery Center, located at 3872 Oakwater Circle in Orlando. Dr. Pope has more than 20 years of experience in plastic surgery. For more information, call (407) 857-6261 or visit www.orlandoplasticsurgerycenter.com on the Web.
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Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament, located on U.S. Highway 192 in Kissimmee, will offer mothers complimentary admission on Mother’s Day. Reservations are required. To receive the discount, patrons must use the code MOM1. For more information, call (888) 935-6878 or visit www.medievaltimes.com on the Web.
• One-stop shopping for vision care and eyewear
LensCrafters will celebrate the opening of a new optical center May 10. Located in Suite 110 at 3119 Daniels Road in the Winter Garden Village at Fowler Groves, the store will offer a wide selection of designer frames, innovative lens technology and eye exams. Thuy Quach, O.D., the independent on-site doctor of optometry, offers comprehensive eye examinations for the entire family; and a staff of highly trained associates is available to assist customers with their vision correction questions and solutions. This personalized service also comes with the latest in prescription lens technology, like FeatherWates lenses with Scotchgard protector. LensCrafters also carries prescription sunglasses, contact lenses and fashion frames, including Prada, Versace, DKNY and Ray-Ban. For more information or to make an appointment, call (407) 654-6060.
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