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July 15 - August 4, 2010
Compiled By Jaime Silveira
• Go Red for Women luncheon a success
The American Heart Association held its Go Red for Women Luncheon, sponsored by Orlando Health, at the Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport. More than 325 guests attended the event, which raised $275,000 for AHA. WFTV news anchor Barbara West and Wesmere resident Gloria Boisvert, a heart-disease survivor and national representative for AHA, spoke during the luncheon, which also included a heart-healthy cooking demonstration, Wii Fit challenge and red purse auction. For more information, call 888-694-3278 or visit www.goredforwomen.org on the Web.
(L. to r.) Jeanne Adam, PR/marketing director for Orlando Health’s adult services; Kathy Swanson, president of Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women & Babies; and Betsy Culpepper, PR/marketing director for Orlando Health, attend American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women Luncheon.
• Chef's Gala raises money for United Way
More than 20 of Central Florida's top chefs participated in Heart of Florida United Way's 18th annual Chef's Gala at Epcot's World ShowPlace Pavilion. The event included gourmet food, fine wines, live music and a silent auction. Almost 1,000 guests attended the fundraiser, which generated nearly $170,000 for local nonprofit organizations that receive support from HFUW. For more information, call 407-835-0900 or visit www.hfuw.org on the Web.
More than 20 local chefs participate in Heart of Florida United Way’s 18th annual Chef’s Gala.
Formal Spot, located in Suite 122 at 3251 Daniels Road in Winter Garden, offers exclusive fall 2010 bridal fashions from designers Anjolique and Bari Jay. The boutique also carries St. Pucchi Bridal House's Anais Collezioni collection, which offers contemporary bridal designs at affordable prices. This summer, shoppers can receive 10 percent off any in-stock apparel purchase. For more information, call 407-578-1896 or visit www.formalspot.com on the Web.
Windermere resident Lisa Mahjoub offers exclusive fall 2010 bridal fashions at Formal Spot in Winter Garden.
Pediatric Associates of Orlando, P.A., celebrated the one-year anniversary of its Ocoee office with members of the West Orange Chamber of Commerce. Caring for children from birth to age 21, Pediatric Associates offers extended hours until 7 p.m. for emergencies. For more information, call 407-654-6506 or visit www.pa-orlando.com on the Web.
Celebrating the one-year anniversary of Pediatric Associates of Orlando, P.A.'s Ocoee office are (l. to r.) Jaclyn Whiddon; West Orange Chamber of Commerce President Stina D'Uva; Anette Luck; Janna Crouch-Figueredo; Pat Gleason; Lori Burshan; Dawn Andrew, M.D.; the Rev. Tom Rutherford; Maxine Silverman, M.D.; Lucyna Lagod, M.D.; Brooke Britton, M.D.; Lenny Stark; Dorcas Dillard; JoAnne Quarles; and Cara Hennen.
Students at StarChild Academy, located at 1324 Winter Garden-Vineland Road in Winter Garden, participated in the school's field day. Events included a ring toss, bean bag toss, relay races, potato sack races and more. For more information, call 407-877-0345 or visit www.starchildwintergarden.com on the Web.
StarChild Academy kindergartners paint T-shirts for the school’s field day.
Huntington Learning Center launched its Reading Adventure summer program to encourage students to get excited about reading. Giving children the ability to choose books from a list that highlights appropriate reading for each grade level encourages them to read for pleasure based on their interests. Each student who participates in the program receives a certificate of accomplishment and trophy to commemorate their success. For more information, call 407-522-4477.
Katherine Pickens (left) donates the $1,000 she helped earn at a garage sale to The Gift of Swimming. Accepting the check is founder Joy McGinty. For more information, call 407-905-0999 or visit www.giftofswimming.org on the Web.
Windermere Center for Dentistry participates in Rotary Club of Windermere’s Festival Among the Lakes. For more information, call 407-909-1097 or visit www.windermeresmiles.com on the Web.
St. Ives resident Alice Iorio, M.Ed., published her second book, Champion Parenting: Giving Your Child a Competitive Edge. Published by WestBow Press, the book coaches parents on how to start children on the fast track to their dreams, including leadership principles and team-building techniques, step-by-step strategies for parents, personal anecdotes and more. The book is available online at www.amazon.com. For more information, call 407-312-5402 or visit www.championparentingpower.com on the Web.
County Line Ornamental & Tree, located at 13246 W. Colonial Drive in Winter Garden, is offering 12- to 14-foot queen palms starting at $95 and 3-gallon rose bushes for $9.99. The company also delivers and installs sod, plants and trees. For more information, call 407-654-4644 or visit www.countylineot.com on the Web.
Color guard members lead the opening ceremonies at Southwest Aquatics’ inaugural Summer Invite meet, its first USA Swimming-sanctioned event. For more information, call 407-905-0999 or visit www.southwestaquatics.com on the Web.
Central Florida Higher Education Alliance's 2010-11 board members were announced during the organization's annual meeting. CFHEA founding member Karen Buchan, community relations coordinator at Webster University, will serve as president. For more information, call 888-302-8111 or visit www.webster.edu/orlando on the Web.
Central Florida Higher Education Alliance’s 2010-11 board members are (l. to r.) Doug Crowell, Nova Southeastern University; Dan Scott, Stetson University; Alexei Hernandez, Barry University; Patsy Messinger, University of Florida; Grace Acevedo, Valencia Community College; Fernando Varela, Troy University; Michelle Czechowski, Belhaven University; and Karen Buchan, Webster University.
OB & GYN Specialists, P.A., is celebrating its 33rd anniversary. Established in 1977 by N. Donald Diebel, M.D., Ph.D., and Arnold Lazar, M.D., the practice has grown to include 11 physicians, seven nurse practitioners and three fully staffed offices. For more information, call 407-644-5371 or visit www.obandgyn.com on the Web.
Orlando Lighting & Fans, located at 7478 S. Orange Blossom Trail in Orlando, is hosting a liquidation event through Aug. 29. Customers can save from 20 to 80 percent on lamps, mirrors, furniture, fixtures, fans and more. The store is open Thursday through Sunday. For more information, call 407-852-1484 or visit www.orlandolightingandfans.com on the Web.
West Orange Chamber of Commerce held its third trustee luncheon of the year at The Capital Grille on International Drive. The event included a presentation by Orlando Sentinel columnist Greg Dawson, author of Hiding in the Spotlight: A Musical Prodigy's Story of Survival, a book based on his mother's experiences during the Holocaust. For more information, call 407-656-1304 or visit www.wochamber.com on the Web.
Attending West Orange Chamber of Commerce’s trustee luncheon at The Capital Grille are (l. to r.) Lynetta Tipton Steed, WOCC chairwoman-elect; Shannon Neidenthal, sales and marketing manager of The Capital Grill; Jim Densmore, WOCC chairman; guest speaker Greg Dawson; Stina D’Uva, WOCC president; and Randy Cook, managing partner of The Capital Grill.
Rainy Day Solutions’ Brella Bag, a hands-free umbrella holder, is selected for inclusion in the 2010 Daytime Emmy Awards gift bags. For more information, call 407-822-4750 or visit www.brellabag.com on the Web.
Gold's Gym in Dr. Phillips, located at 7733 Turkey Lake Road in Orlando, extended its July day-care hours to Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. For more information, call 407-226-9996 or visit www.goldsgymfl.com on the Web.
Titanic, The Experience, located at 7324 International Drive in Orlando, now offers The Titanic Dinner Event on Friday and Saturday nights. The evening includes menu items similar to dinners on the U.S.S. Titanic and a minimum of 10 actors recreating Captain E.J. Smith's retirement party and the ship's final moments. For more information, call 407-248-1166 or visit
www.titanicdinnerevent.com on the Web.
Playtime Music Studios is opening a Kindermusik studio in Winter Garden this fall. Kindermusik is the world's leading publisher of music and movement programs for newborns through 5-year-olds. Winter Garden classes will be held at Church of the Messiah, located at 241 N. Main St. For more information, call 407-949-1287 or visit www.playtimemusicstudios.com on the Web.
Executive chefs from Bravo Cucina Italiana regions around the U.S. prepared their signature dishes for the 2010 Bravo! Chef Competition. Bravo at the Dellagio on Sand Lake Road hosted the fifth regional competition, where Carol Scott from Bravo Knoxville was crowned the winner. For more information, call 407-315-5880 or visit www.bravoitalian.com on the Web.
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