A Reunion of Twirling Proportions

February 26th, 2010

Eustis’ Deloris Carter Shares a Memorable Evening with Students

Written by Blair Townley

When you have devoted your life to a fun, recreational activity, like baton twirling, you are bound to inspire others to join in the activity.

Deloris Carter of Eustis experienced that same feeling after the recent reunion with several of the women, and men, she taught baton twirling over her 52 years. dee-ann-and-deloris Read Full Entry

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Bridal Slimdown (special video included)

February 26th, 2010

Watch Special Video On Yoga Tips

Written by Blair Townley; Photos by Anthony Rao

Fasting the week before the wedding? Try these new moves from Infinity Fitness and Jeweled Lotus Yoga that target trouble areas in your arms, legs, glutes and middle. Feel better in your dress on your special day without having to give up food.

*Be sure to combine strength training moves from Infinity Fitness with 20 minutes of cardio exercise.

*Start strength training moves at three sets of 15 reps or repeated movements.

For Halter, Strapless and Open-Back Wedding Dresses:

Attention focused on Upper Back and Arms

Infinity Fitness – Fruitland Park (Instructor: Al Cardiello, Participant: Kristi Bell-Boliek)

Pull Downs – helps lateral area of body img_6641 Read Full Entry

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Endless Possibilities in Education

February 24th, 2010

The Humanities and Fine Arts Charter School is a first in Lake County

Written by Blair Townley

A groundbreaking step in the field of education will be taking place in Leesburg with the opening of the first charter school with interest in humanities and fine arts.

Humanities and Fine Arts Charter School will open on August 23 with registration open to the public starting March 1st. Read Full Entry

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Romancing the the Bride

February 24th, 2010

Photos by Anthony Rao

It’s the season for matrimony and these local brides took time out of planning their weddings to show what they will look like walking down the aisle.March 2010 cover

Shot on location at Bella Collina, Montverde
Make-up Artist: Theresa Rao, Cosmera Hair Studio
Cosmetologist: Aaron Hingson, Cosmera Hair Studio
Cosmetologist and Make-up Artist: Rachael Hughes, Cosmera Hair Studio

Models: Lauren Sapp, Jennifer Hobaugh, Monique Cruz, Kathy Shaffner, Debbie Taylor and Melissa Feagle

Take a look at some of the extras not included in the magazine.

bridal march 2010

23 Photos

 
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Judd Spence: A Closer Look

February 24th, 2010

In one month’s time, Judd Spence says when “I flex my muscles I feel like Superman; I don’t look like that.”

The change is happening for the 39-year-old scuba instructor. After a steady diet of what he calls Whoppers, wings and pizza, the change is noticeable.

“You know, I can see muscle tone whereas before I couldn’t,” he says. img_7674 Read Full Entry

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A regular guy in an artist’s world

February 23rd, 2010

Written by Michael Harris; Photos by Anthony Rao

Jim Casey, he admits, looks out of place when he goes to art show openings. He sees the “art-type” people there and they see him. img_8571 Read Full Entry

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More Than a Crown

February 19th, 2010

Miss Florida Junior Teen Savannah Pellegrino Shows Pageantry Opens Doors for Community Service

Written by Blair Townley

In pageants, the focus among contestants can be about getting the tiara and the attention that follows from it from judges, audiences and fellow participants. crowning Read Full Entry

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Lake County’s Got Talent…The Waiting Game

February 17th, 2010

Written by Blair Townley; Photo by Anthony Rao

They came. They sang. Now, they wait for that phone call from NBC to know where fate will take them next.

Patrick Poole of Fruitland Park and Aaron Becerril of Summerfield let their singing talents shine at the recent America’s Got Talent auditions in Orlando. The duo, named “The Classical Escape,” sang 90 seconds of an original song they co-wrote for producers of the NBC reality show, winning them rave reviews from producers and auditioners alike. Read Full Entry

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The Plantation Writer’s Guild

February 16th, 2010

Where Words can Describe

Written by Blair Townley; Photos by Anthony Rao

The reasons are various for why the members of The Plantation Writer’s Guild in Leesburg have embarked on secondary careers in writing. img_6533 Read Full Entry

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Lake County’s Got Talent

February 12th, 2010

Local Singers Patrick Poole and Aaron Becerril Hope to Make an Impact at National Auditions

Written by Blair Townley; Photos and Video by Anthony Rao

This weekend could change the lives of several aspiring singers, actors and entertainers of all kinds. It could also be the weekend that helps two local singer/songwriters of Lake and Sumter County achieve their career dreams. img_8162 Read Full Entry

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