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FEBRUARY 2013

SINCE 1980 — VolUME 33 • NUMBER 2

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Senior Voice America…in print, on the web and on the air withHealth, Wealth & Wisdom. Tune in to AM 1470 WMGG Monday thru Friday,

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THINGS TO DO THIS VALENTINE’S DAY

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WHAT TAXPAYErS NEED TO kNOW ABOUT GOVErNmENT TAXES

See ROMANCE, Page 23

By Kenneth M. Greenberg D.D.S.

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Valentine’s Day is approaching and all around are visual re-minders of love, romance, gifts and plans to celebrate with

those dear to our hearts. Over time, this celebration has taken many twists and turns from its origins based in the lives of early Christian

martyrs named Valentine, one of whom was Valentine of Rome, a priest who was martyred around 269 A.D.

As the traditions became a celebration of love and show of affection between couples, the 14th of February has be-

come a special day of festivities in many countries around the world. In the United States, the exchange of the traditional

“valentine” is not only reserved for a sweetheart, but it has extended to sharing special moments and gifts with friends,

coworkers or classmates. Love is a great expression at any age and it is an essen-tial part of the life cycle. It is a perfect combination of

feelings that involve physical attraction, affinity in thoughts and likes as well as depth of caring for one another.

In our youth, love is pure impulsive energy, passion, plans and dreams to conquer. Then as we mature, we settle into formal

relationships that become the base for many families. And as we age, love and relationships revolve more around companionship

and caring for one another; but for many seniors entering or living in their Golden Years who are widowed or living single, romance and the start of a new relationship

may seem a difficult subject to face. There are many fears and influences that may come from upbringing and so-cial pressure that prevent people from starting over with a new partner or a new romantic experience. Pressure may even arise from selfish family misunderstand-ings and dislikes for a new chance at a re-lationship or romance. But the basic fact is that every person is unique and has the right to have feelings rekindled at any age and under any cir-cumstances. It is in fact a healthy step to new romance, many positive changes may lead to physical and emotional reju-venation. In this new opportunity for romance and affection, senior couples can broaden their experience, and these new relation-ships can be more solid, mature and com-plete, with

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Dental implants have been tried al-most since humans began using technology. Even early civilizations recognized the ben-efit of tooth replacement with different kinds of implants. They date back hundreds if not thousands of years with varying de-grees of success. The earliest attempts at dental implant tooth replacements on record were discov-ered in the Mayan civilization dating back to 600 A.D. Archaeologists have recovered ancient skulls in which teeth were replaced by materials ranging from carved stones, such as jade, to fragments of seashells. De-spite primitive methods and materials, some of these early implants actually fused to the jawbone!Recent statistics show that 69 percent of adults ages 35 to 44 have lost at least one permanent tooth to an accident, gum dis-ease, a failed root canal or tooth decay. Fur-thermore, by age 74, 26 percent of adults have lost all of their permanent teeth. Years ago, these patients would have had no alternative but to employ a fixed bridge or removable denture to restore their ability to eat,

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A Natural Solution for Replacing

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Today’s seniors are leading active lives, filling their time with travel and new experiences. While staying active is great for one’s general well-being and happiness, continuous travel provides many challenges to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Good nutrition and regular exercise can keep you feeling great and reduce your risk for diseases such as prostate cancer, diabetes and hypertension. And, as we age, our risk for developing these diseases increases, so it’s especially vital for aging men and women to protect their overall health. Next time you take a trip, don’t let your health go on vacation too. Here are some wellness tips that will travel as well as your wrinkle-free shirts:

• Maybe it’s all that waiting, but something about airports makes people hungrier. Packing food may be your best bet for a wholesome meal. If you do buy airport food, you may want to couple it with a little exercise. Explore the termi- nal’s options before settling on the first fast food joint you see. Salads, low-fat sandwiches and smoothies abound these days. And, instead of snacking on high-sodium pretzels or crackers on your flight, opt for an immunity-boosting piece of fruit instead.

• On road trips, pack a cooler filled with fresh vegetables, homemade sandwiches and water. If you do stop along the way, try and wait until you can find a rest stop with plenty of healthy food choices.

• Incorporate cancer-fighting foods into your daily meals. Evidence from several studies suggests that fish can help protect against prostate cancer because they have “good fat,” particularly omega-3

fatty acids. Likewise, a lack of vegetables in the diet is linked to a higher risk of aggressive prostate cancer, according to experts at the Prostate Cancer Foundation.

• A buffet can derail a diet quickly. When possible, skip the all-you-can- eat food fest and opt for individual menu items instead. When you can’t resist a buffet, eat an entire plate of salad before hitting the main dishes. Just be sure to go light on cheese and dressing and heavy on vegetables like broccoli and cauli- flower. After the salad, stick with grilled, lean meats and whole grains. Keep the amount of fat you get from red meat and dairy products to a minimum.

• When you’re cooking for yourself, you know exactly what’s in your food. Don’t give up that knowledge just because someone else is doing the cooking. Ask how your meals are prepared to avoid certain no-no’s like trans fatty acids, which are found in margarine.

• Remember to exercise each day, whether it’s exploring a new location on foot, or taking a swim in the hotel pool. Beyond burning calories, endurance exercises are particularly effective at increasing the body’s natural levels of antioxi- dants, eliminating inflammatory molecules that drive cancer.

• Relax and enjoy your trip. Reducing stress can lead to a longer, happier life.

More wellness tips can be found at www.PCF.org.

Just as you would never forget your itinerary at home, don’t leave town

without your good habits.

Nutrition Tips for Seniors On-the-Go


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For some of you, I am sure you think of me as a youngster. This year I will turn 50. And if there is one thing I have learned, it’s that you just never know what is around the corner next. You are prob-ably laughing now, thinking, “Oh, he doesn’t know the half of it.” But if you would have told me 20 years I ago that I would be a radio talk show host, I would have laughed too. Two years ago our company started a radio talk show targeted at the 45+ marketplace. Our goal was to bring the issues of aging to those that live in the Bay Area while bringing a positive outlook on life. I know the word aging is probably not the best word since we age from the day we are born, but I think you know what I mean. Hopefully, some of you have tuned in and gleaned a few things from our show. We have hosted some great guests and covered some important topics that have hit home with many of our listeners. Many of our guests have given me plenty to think about in my day to day life. As I was saying earlier, you just never know what is going to happen next. And that is just what happened. After being on air for nearly two years, we have been picked up by a new broadcasting company and offered a two-hour afternoon drive time show to expand what we bring to the Tampa Bay market. I feel very fortunate that we can bring you the paper each month, along with our daily radio show. And fortunately, for me, I get to do it with my wife and best friend. I want to thank all of those read-ers who have supported our advertisers, read our paper, contributed information and supported what we have done for 33 years. And for those of you who have followed our show, thanks to you too, and if you haven’t done so yet, please tune in and give us your feedback. We do take requests so if you have an idea for a topic on air or in the paper please feel free to share it with us. We hope you’ll tune on, Monday thru Friday from 4-6 p.m., at 1470 AM for Health, Wealth & Wis-dom, and enjoy our new two-hour format. Thanks for your support.

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Some Times Change is a Good Thing

The article by Nurse Ruth Fanovich hits the nail on the head. Over the years I had tried a number

of hearing aids that were supposed to solve my hearing problems. I finally went to an Otologist doctor.

He examined me and said, “There is not a hearing aid made that will fix you up. Your problem is where

the nerve goes into the brain. I could do an implant but it will only make things louder, NOT more un-

derstandable. Even though I do them, I don’t recommend it.” Perhaps there are many others out there

who have the same problem and are falling prey to unscrupulous audiologists who are making money

from them. Please tell them to take Nurse Ruth’s advice and to follow my own experience by going to an

Otologist who does not sell hearing aids. I am learning to read lips to help myself.

-William Fullerton

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Five Ways to Find Your Fitness MotivationHeAltH RounduP

Even the most dedicated exercise en-thusiast can hit a workout rut, but there are a few ways you can stay motivated, whether it’s adding a new class into your routine or ensuring you’re outfitted in the right gear. Read on for the latest trends in staying on track.

SEt GOAlS, tRAcK PROGRESS – One of the best ways to stay motivat-ed is to set goals, track progress, and share results. A great way to keep your goals and successes top of mind is keeping a visual chart on your fridge or bedroom wall. Not only will you feel accomplished when you check off the days you worked out, but it is also an easy way to track your progress and celebrate mile-stones.

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ADD vARiEtY – One reason people tend to quit an exercise program is boredom, so make sure you are chal-lenging yourself. A great way to do so is mixing up your routine with the lat-est fitness workouts like TRX Suspen-sion Training or Crossfit. Not only does a varied workout regimen pre-vent boredom, it also ensures you’re working different muscles and areas of your body. And speaking of mixing it up, downloading a new playlist can give you the right heart-thumping boost to keep your energy levels up.

BuDDY uP – Another way to combat

boredom is working out with a friend.

Scheduling a workout in advance en-

sures you’re more likely to stick to

your fitness commitments. As the old

adage says, time passes much more

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GEt tHE RiGHt GEAR – Whether you’re a seasoned fitness pro, or you’re just starting a new regimen, it’s impor-tant to sport the right apparel to keep you looking and feeling your best. For women, this means finding the perfect the sports bra. “There really is no getting around it,” states LaJean Lawson, Ph.D. and Champion’s sports bra expert. “Having the right sports bra is key to fitness success! Make sure that you have a style that both fits properly and is ap-propriate for your activity level – you’re not going to get a good workout if you aren’t comfortable.” Now it is even easier to find the perfect sports bra with the launch of ChampionSportsBras.com. This site offers active women edu-cational tools and tips, such as a Bra Finder that finds the right sports bra for your active lifestyle, a Blog with healthy living tips, even a Bra Registry that will remind you when it’s time for a new sports bra.

4REwARD YOuRSElF – It’s important to reward yourself when you reach mile-stones – both big and small. In fact, if you set only major goals, you’re more likely to get frustrated and quit before you make much progress. Instead, set small, achiev-able goals for specific time parameters, as well as an overall goal. Don’t let setbacks get you down, and make sure you celebrate each time you reach a new level with some-

thing special, such as an ice cream cone, trip to the

movies, or a massage.

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“Health, Wealth & Wisdom” Moves toNews Talk 1470 WMGG AM Tampa Bay

We’re moving! That’s right – our radio show, Health, Wealth & Wisdom has experienced another growth spurt, and this time we’re joining the Gen-esis Communications family of great programming. Starting Feb. 4, 2013, Health, Wealth, and Wisdom will be broadcasted on News Talk 1470 WMGG AM across the Tampa Bay area during the eve-ning drive hours of 4-6 p.m. weekdays. Genesis owns and operates Florida radio stations NBC Sports Talk 1040 The Team WHBO, All News 820 AM WWBA, News Talk 1470 AM WMGG in Tampa; NBC Sports Talk 1080 The Team WHOO and All News 1190 AM WAMT in Orlando; and All News 1060 AM WIXC along the Space Coast. The company also owns the digitals publications www.newstalkflorida.com and www.sportstalkflorida.com. While our station affiliation is changing, our great programming is not. As before, our live, local programming from hosts Evan Gold & Deb Gold-man will unite an audience age 40+ with resources and community based activities. From doctors to financial planners, Health, Wealth, and Wisdom will bring listeners closer to topics that will help enlighten their lives on a daily basis. “We are very excited to work with the Genesis team as we expand our show and add in a number of local elements that will make this a must-lis-ten-to show on the drive home,” said host Evan Gold. Genesis VP of Programming, Len Weiner said, “We are very excited to add Health, Wealth and Wisdom to the News/Talk 1470 WMGG line-up. It’s a long running, successful show that will continue to entertain Bay Area lis-teners as they make their way home from work every day.” Health, Wealth & Wisdom, a production of Senior Voice America, start-

ed as a weekly radio show under a different name, Senior Voice America, in Feb. 2011. The show grew to two, then five days a week, moving from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Now, at the two-year benchmark, the pro-gram is moving to a new station and adding an additional hour to better serve its listen-ing audience and read-ers of Senior Voice America. We hope you will tune in daily and call in frequently for some direct access to local and national topical experts, enter-tainers, physicians, researchers, social commentators and more. And you can always catch shows you missed by visiting www.seniorvoiceamerica.com and view-ing our radio page. We appreciate the support we’ve enjoyed over the past two years and look forward to having you join us on News Talk 1470 AM WMGG, Mon. thru Fri., 4 – 6 p.m.

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This Valentine’s Day, Thursday February 14, rekindle the romance in your life by enjoying a wonderful day or evening outing with your special sweetheart. Here are some options for romantic events, specialty dinners and more to make this the most spec-tacular and unforgettable day of cele-brating friendship and love. Happy Valentine’s Day!

In Tampa:

Total Eclipse of the Heart at MOSIMake it a truly unique Valentine’s Day experience, full of romance and dis-covery under the stars of MOSI’s plan-etarium. Enjoy the timeless tales of ancient love stories as told by the stars while enjoying a romantic dinner un-derneath a changing sky. Explore the chemistry of love by creating your own signature scent while listening to the world’s most adored love songs. It is a night to be remembered. Limited seating available; preregistra-tion required. Feb. 14 5:30pm. $100 per couple/$80 per couple for

members. 4801 E. Fowler Ave. • Tam-pa, FL 33617 • (813) 987-6000.

Valentine’s Dance and Dinner with Don JuceamListen to the romantic sounds of “Tampa Bay’s very own Frank Sina-tra” Don Juceam and his orchestra while enjoying a dinner by Puff N Stuff catering. Feb. 15 7:00pm $75 per couple.T. Pepin’s Hospitality Centre • 4121 N. 50th St. • Tampa, FL 33610 • (813) 367-0040.

Valentine’s Day Dinner Cruise aboard Yacht StarShipMake this the most romantic Valentin’es Day, as you cruise and dine over the sparkling waters of Tampa Bay! This cruise will include an unfor-gettable prix-fixe menu, private table, DJ entertainment, and spectacular views under the stars. Sells out every year, so book your tickets in advance as soon as possible! Feb. 14 6:30pm to 10:00pm. $99.95 per coupleYacht StarShip • 603 Channelside Dr. • Tampa, FL 33602 • (813) 223-7999.

Sunset Champagne Cruise aboard Yacht StarShipMake this the start to a perfect ro-mantic Valentine’s evening. This pre-dinner sunset cruise with DJ entertainment for dancing includes a glass of champagne, chocolate covered strawberries, petit fours, and one long-stemmed rose per couple. There will be a cash bar available on board. As this is a cocktail-style event, there will be no reserved seating. The per-fect pairing to dinner reservations or for those who like to cook dinner at home! Feb. 14 5:15pm to 7:00pmStarting at $39.95Yacht StarShip • 603 Channelside Dr. • Tampa, FL 33602 • (813) 223-7999.

Special Three-Course Valentine’s Day Menu at Pelagia TrattoriaCelebrate Valentine’s Day at Pelagia Trattoria by selecting from a variety of dishes exclusively created for this heartfelt holiday and specially priced at $60 per person (tax/gratuity not in-cluded.) The three-course, prix fixe menu provides diners with an impres-

sive array of appetizers, entrees and desserts that can be creatively com-bined to enhance the romance. Reser-vations are required from 5:30 until last seating at 10 p.m. Feb. 14 5:30pm to 10:00pm Pelagia Trattoria at International Pla-za • 4200 Jim Walter Blvd. • Tampa, FL 33607 • (813) 313-3235www.pelagiatrattoria.com.

Jim Brickman Valentine’s Day ConcertRichard B. Baumgardner Center for the Performing Arts: Ruth Eckerd Hall. Enjoy an evening of dazzling pi-ano and vibrant vocals by this super-star and the best-selling piano artist. Award-winning Jim Brickman has revolutionized his genre with melodies such as Valentine, The Gift, Love of My Life, Simple Things and Peace that reaffirm idealism and ro-manticism. Feb. 16 8:00pm. $40-$63Ruth Eckerd Hall • 1111 N. McMullen Booth Rd. • Clearwater, FL 33759 • (727) 791-7400.

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Moffitt Performs First Fully Robotic whipple Surgery in

Florida

CANCER ANSWERS

When nagging chest pain sent Thomas Whitney to the doctor, he thought he was having an ulcer. In-stead, a CT scan showed a mass on his pancreas — stage IV cancer. “I had my laptop with me, which was not a good thing, and I immediately started look-ing up how only a small percentage of pancreatic cancers are operational, that I’d maybe have six to 18 months to live,” said Whitney, 61. “I was reading all doom and gloom. It really got me de-pressed. My wife, my son, my daughter getting married, my family and friends are all big motivators to make sure I stayed alive.”

Fortunately for Whitney, Moffitt Cancer Center is the first to perform a fully robotic Whipple procedure in Flor-ida. The Whipple is the most commonly performed surgery to remove tumors in the pancreas. Whitney was one of the first patients to undergo this complex procedure in September.

The Moffitt Institute for Robotic Cancer Surgery boasts an advanced minimally invasive and robotic gastro-intestinal surgery program. Moffitt is among the highest volume centers for Whipple procedures in the United States, having performed 450 surgeries since 2007, and is the first to use the da Vinci Surgical System for the procedure in Florida. The benefit? Patients experi-ence faster long-term recovery with the minimally invasive surgery.

A standard Whipple traditionally in-volves removal of the head of the pan-creas, gall bladder, bile duct, part of the stomach and small intestine. Then the remaining pancreas and digestive or-gans are reconnected. This requires a large incision to access each organ. But the robotic Whipple involves a surgeon maneuvering a robot through several small incisions, which means less pain, shorter hospital stays, faster recovery times, and minimal scarring and blood loss. Moffitt performed 16 robotic Whipples in 2012.

Mokenge Malafa, M.D., chair of Mof-fitt’s Department of Gastrointestinal Oncology, and his team performed Whitney’s robotic Whipple. Two weeks later, Whitney was back home in St. Pe-tersburg. He’s back to walking, driving and shopping with his wife of 39 years. “My recovery has been phenomenal in terms of how I feel and how I’ve been able to bounce back and progress,” Whitney said.

Whitney is no stranger to robotics.

He had robotic surgery to remove pros-tate cancer five years ago at Moffitt.

Patients who have had robotic and minimally invasive surgery reported high satisfaction thanks to the following: • Tiny incisions through minimally invasive surgery • Faster healing and less noticeable scars • Shorter hospital stays • Faster recovery time • Decreased pain and better pain management • Less blood loss during surgery – this reduces the need for blood transfusions and helps promote faster recovery

Whitney urges people to take control of their health. He didn’t realize that his chest pain, unexplained weight loss, and a yellowing of the eyes and fingernails — known as jaundice — are symptoms of pancreatic cancer. Whitney is undergo-ing chemotherapy to combat stray can-cer cells found in his liver, and he’s keeping a positive attitude. “I’m not ready to go anywhere. My mother loved living, and she was a great example for me. She used to say, ‘When the Lord comes calling, tell Him I’m not ready to pick up the phone.’ That’s where I’m at right now.”

Dr. Malafa estimates that half of Mof-fitt’s Whipple surgeries can be per-formed robotically. Candidates eligible for the robotic Whipple procedure in-clude patients with a tumor in the head of the pancreas that can be treated surgi-cally. The patient must be able to under-go general anesthesia.

For more information on Moffitt’s ro-botic and minimally invasive surgeries, call 1-888-MOFFITT (1-888-663-3488) or visit MOFFITT.org.

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By Professor Abne M. Eisemberg

While this title may sound ambigu-ous, it could have innocent or serious consequences. If someone sends you an email and you don’t answer it, no an-swer is an answer. If they send you a let-ter and you don’t answer it, that, too, is an answer.

Most of us say or do things that are either intentional or accidental. In either case, they trigger some kind of consequence. Consider all the forms we are constantly required to fill out. Leav-ing something blank invariably sends up a red flag. Again, nothing is something.

Physicians are never faulted for or-dering too many tests. However, if they fail to order one clinically necessary test, they place their professional repu-tation in serious jeopardy. And, from a patient’s perspective, getting a negative mammogram or EKG report showing no pathology gives them is a blessed “noth-ing.”

Wives frequently ask their husbands, “What are you doing?” The answer they often get is, “Nothing.” But, are they re-ally doing nothing? They might be look-ing out of a window, sitting quietly in a rocking chair, or mindlessly thumbing

through a newspaper. All these be-haviors involve doing something that is considered to be “nothing.”

Cultures treat “nothing” different-ly. In Buddhism, Nirvana involves a clearing of the mind allowing an indi-vidual to become completely focused on any thought at a level of intensity that would not be possible if they were consciously thinking. It is an extinction of the sense of self. Shakespeare’s fa-mous line, “To be or not to be” also cap-tures this state of nothingness. What does “not being” mean? Does it mean that your “not being” is nothing or is it something?

Our language can be very confusing. Are the following phrases meaningless or do they mean something?

“I have nothing to do.”“There is nothing new under

the sun.” “That is nothing to write

home about.”“Here goes nothing.”“Whispering sweet

nothings.”

The next time you encounter noth-ing, be aware that it is not simply the opposite of something. Nothing is al-ways something.

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Ask a smoking male about his greatest risk due to smoking, and you’re likely to hear things like lung cancer, heart attack and stroke. But it’s rare that anyone would mention an abdominal aortic aneurysm. Known as AAA, abdominal aortic aneurysms are weak spots in the aortic artery, and they can be silent, deadly killers. Consider these statistics:

• Over 15,000 people in the U.S. died last year from ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysms. • AAAs are the tenth leading cause of death in men over 60. • An estimated 1 million men and women worldwide are living with undiagnosed AAAs.

For a little background, most people know the aorta as the main artery that starts in the heart, but as it travels through the chest it’s called the thoracic aorta, and when it reaches the abdomen, it’s called the abdominal aorta. As a main part of the body’s vascular system, it carries oxygenated blood away from the heart, and then splits into the two iliac ar-teries that supply the legs with blood.

What are the symptoms? According to the Society for Vascular Surgery, many people do not feel symptoms at all. However, the following are warning signs that might prompt a screening for AAA:

• A pulsing feeling in your abdomen, similar to a heartbeat. • Severe, sudden pain in your abdomen or lower back. If this is the case, your aneurysm may be about to burst. • On rare occasions, your feet may develop pain, discoloration, or sores on the toes or feet. AAA can be life-threatening if the aneurysm bursts, so if you experience any symptoms you

should consult with a vascular specialist right away. Typically, the aneurysm can be identified through an abdominal ultrasound, computed tomography (CT) scan or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

What is the treatment? If an aneurysm is confirmed, there are two pri-mary types of recommended treatment, since no change in lifestyle will make the aneurysm go away.

Endovascular Surgery: Some patients can undergo a catheter/stenting surgery, which is less in-vasive, involves a shorter hospital stay and a quicker recovery overall. However, not all patients qualify for this type of surgery based on the location and shape of their aneurysm, and this option does in-volve more follow up, future scans and possible maintenance to ensure the stent inside the artery is still working.

Open Surgery: As the name implies, open surgery requires an incision in the abdomen. Then, instead of placing a stent inside the artery, the sur-gery actually removes the damaged part of the ar-tery and replaces it with a graph, which is a plastic tube the same size as a normal artery that allows the blood to flow through. While there are some occasions where the aneu-rysm is small enough to merit a “wait and see” ap-proach, whereby it is monitored every 6-12 months, a neglected or undiagnosed aneurysm can be dead-ly. If the aneurysm bursts, patients may suddenly feel intense weakness, dizziness, or pain, and may eventually lose consciousness. This is a life-threat-ening situation that requires immediate medical at-tention.

For more information about AAA, related tests and surgical procedures, contact Dr. Edward G. Izzo, Jr. or Dr. Mark J. Alkire at Advanced Vein and Vascular Solutions, (813) 258-2273 or (727)871-8346. You can also visit www.izzoalkire.com.

If the aorta weakens in the abdomen, the vessel wall may dangerously expand or bulge while blood is pumped through it. This expansion is known as an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA).

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It has been said, “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” Opin-ions vary on what constitutes true beauty. No doubt love, nutrition and physical activi-ty contribute to both outer and inner beauty. Love can help us endure, and the en-dorphins created can make us feel like we are on top of the world. Prop-er nutrition results in clear skin, improved di-gestion, and healthy look-ing hair and nails. Exercise can help us get in better physical shape.

LOVE Individuals who have a close knit family may live lon-ger and have fewer health is-sues. They have a built-in support system and constant com-panionship. Make time for impor-tant things like having meals together or vacationing away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Go for walks with your family and share your hopes and dreams with them.

NUTRITION Diet has become a four-letter word, with more negative connotations than going to the dentist. It does not have to be that way. Gradually chang-ing your eating habits, making educat-ed choices and learning portion control are ways to improve your lifestyle. Keep healthy snacks like raw almonds, celery and natural peanut butter or carrots and a healthy low fat dip with you to prevent you from binging on whatever is around your home or of-fice. Learn to make healthier versions of the foods you love by reducing the fat and sugar used in your favorite rec-ipes. Replace oil with lemon juice on vegetables or substitute fruit juice for processed sugar. Consult a nutritionist for advice.

EXERCISE Whether you exercise with friends or run around with your kids all day long, physical activity has many health

benefits, such as lowered blood pres-sure and weight control. Benefits I have personally noticed are reduced joint pain and added energy. Find op-portunities throughout the day to get moving – like walking or swimming with your grandchildren. Begin slowly and listen to your body. Always warm up. If something hurts, stop doing it. Make sure you consult your physician before starting any exercise routine. The above suggestions are meant to enhance your life and help to add to your inner and outer beauty. Get out and enjoy life with family and friends and the resulting benefits will be well worth the effort.

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More seniors than ever before are choos-

ing to stay in their homes as they age. Ac-cording to a study by the

AARP, only five percent of Americans ages 65 and older live

in group quarters like nursing homes. From narrow hallways to steep stairs, design ele-

ments in typical houses can make remaining at home dif-ficult in our golden years. However, basic upgrades, like handrails and ramps, can go a long way toward making homes safer for seniors. And there are other small senior-friendly changes that can even make homes more environmentally friendly, which can help lower utility bills. “The aging process can be gradual for some, however others can move quickly from independent living to a cane to a walker,” says Joyce Polhamus, Chair of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Design for Aging Knowledge Community. “You don’t need to completely remodel your home; there are small things you can do now to make it more accessible as the aging process evolves, while also making it better for the environment.”

Automate to Conserve One of the best ways to help ensure senior safety is to have a well-lit home. But it sometimes can be difficult to reach outlets and to remember to turn lights on and off as you move about your house. Installing sensors, so lights go on and off automatical-ly when you enter and leave rooms, will cut back on electricity costs and ensure better visibility. As we age, tasks that formerly seemed simple, like watering plants, can be diffi-cult and energy-consuming. Polhamus recommends setting automatic timers on sprinkler systems to eliminate the need to do this task yourself, while also helping to conserve water.

Update Appliances Emptying the dishwasher or putting a load of laundry in the washing machine, can put a strain on the body. Consider installing newer appliances designed to be more senior friendly. With newer dishwasher and refrigerator models, you can open doors and drawers between hip and shoulder height, which won’t require reaching up or bending down. Additionally, replacing older appliances with newer, more energy-efficient appliances can help you reduce your carbon footprint.

Or you can place existing appliances, like front-loading washing machines, on platforms. An architect can help you redesign any room around appliances to make it safer and more senior-friendly.

Seasonal Design The majority of heat gain and loss comes from windows. Electronic curtains can alleviate the burden of repeatedly opening and closing traditional curtains and are more airtight to better keep cold air outside. If electronic curtains aren’t an option, Polhamus recommends ensuring win-dows are properly sealed and considering shrubs or bushes outside to act as a buf-fer against wind and cold air. To find an architect who can help make your home greener and more comfort-able for seniors, visit http://architectfinder.aia.org/. With a few updates, you can live in peace knowing your home is designed for aging.

Making Your Home Senior-Friendly Can Also Lower Your Bills



As with the New Year, let’s go out with the old and in with the new…with all of our stuff, that is, and make this a time to start anew! The idea of living a simplified, uncluttered life with less stuff sounds attractive to many of us. We’ve considered the benefits of owning fewer posses-sions: less to clean, less debt, less to organize, less stress, more money and energy for our greatest passions. Are you ready to unclutter? Do you find that you are quickly tripped up by the very next question…where in the world do I begin? Consider taking a compartmentalized ap-proach.

FREEZER, REFRiGERAtOR, PANtRY Take stock and use what you can. Discard unrecognizable items in the freezer and any-thing that shows signs of freezer burn. Check the refrigerator and the pantry for outdated condi-ments and dry goods.

clEANiNG SuPPliES Do you use all of the cleaners under your sink? If it didn’t work or you just don’t use it, why keep it?

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Discard anything over 1 year old.

MEDiciNES

Check expiration dates on your prescription and non-prescription medications; discard those that have reached their expiration date. Check your first aid kit for expiration dates on oint-

ments, medicated bandages, etc. and replace them.

PAPERwORK AND clOtHES

Create three piles: file, deal with and trash. Going for-ward, sort your mail daily, to keep from building clutter. Try the Oprah Winfrey Closet Hanger Ex-periment. While this idea didn’t originate with Oprah, she was the one to help give it notoriety. Hang all your clothes with the hangers in the re-verse direction. After you wear an item, return it to the closet with the hanger facing the correct direction. This will identify wardrobe pieces that you aren’t wearing and that need to be cleared out. After six months, you’ll have a clear picture of which clothes you can easily discard. (Those on hangers which haven’t been turned around.) The One-Year Box. Take all of the items that you are afraid to get rid of … “I might need this someday.” Put them in a box, seal it and date it for 1 year in the future. When the date comes, whatever you haven’t needed to retrieve from the box can go straight to the drop off box for a local charity. But whatever you do, don’t look inside…you didn’t need whatever’s in there during the past year, you don’t need it now!

DONAtiON BAG Use a plastic shopping or trash bag to col-lect items you come upon from time to time that you know you won’t use again. When the bag is full, drop it off at your favorite charity and start a new bag. Last but not least, BEWARE of sales this time of the year. Stores are trying to clear their shelves for new inventory. Are you really sure you’ll wear that leopard vest or do you just want it because it’s marked 75 percent off? Is your fa-vorite grocery having a BOGO (buy one, get one)

sale? Remember, food items expire, check expiration dates and don’t overbuy. So remember, it’s never too late or too soon to start anew! Now is the time to make your life less clut-

tered. If you have a concern, view-point, or comment with regard to this article, Let’s Talk!

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This winter, don’t let your windows keep you out in the cold. According to the American Institute of Architects, windows are the primary source of heat loss in houses. To keep your house warm and energy bills down, caulk around win-dows, door frames, and other trim, while using weather stripping to seal drafty doors. And don’t forget to close fireplace dampers. Planting trees and bushes around your house will help block out cold winter winds. This will help keep energy costs down and make your yard look great too. Finally, don’t forget to fix leaky faucets. Even minor leaks increase energy consumption and electricity bills.

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SuPer SPeaker and SuPer bowl Party

Temple SinaiFebruary 3

J Street and Temple Sinai present Dr. Gershon Baskin, lecturing on “The Secret Conduit to Freedom- the story of negotiations between Israel and Hamas to free Gilad Shalit” at 3 PM on Sunday, Feb. 3. Baskin was the veteran peace activist who was instrumental in creating the breakthrough that brought the abducted soldier Gilad Shalit home safely after being held for over five years in captivity. Dr. Baskin will share the details and fascinating story of the secret and direct channels of talk that were held with Hamas. This is free and open to the public. A Super Bowl party will follow the pre-sentation. Cost of the dinner is $20; please RSVP to 924-1802.

For more info: [email protected]. 4631 South Lockwood Ridge Rd. Sarasota, FL 34231 (941) 924-1802.

afriCan Violet SoCiety of PinellaS County

Cypress PalmsFebruary 4

African Violet Society of Pinellas County will hold its next regular meeting on Monday, February 4th, 7 p.m. at Cypress Palms 400 Lake Ave NE in Largo. Free ad-mission and parking, visitors welcome. Refreshments, plant raffle and program on “Light—One of the Essen-tials for Growing.”

For further information call (727) 585-5170.

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Grand Villa Senior LivingFebruary 6

Caring for aging parents and loved ones with special needs can be stressful, overwhelming, and often leads to isolation. But the reality is, you are not alone. Resources, information, and other caregiver support is available right within our community. You owe it to yourself and your loved ones to attend a free workshop or support

group near you. 1:30 PM - 3:00 PMGrand Villa Senior Living is located at 750 Starkey

Road, Largo, Florida 33771.

going CoaStal: SHarky SCienCe in Saint PeterSburg

Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center

February 6Did you know there are about 350 different types of

sharks? The dwarf shark is as small as your hand, while

the whale shark can be as large as a school bus! Learn about all types of sharks, where they live, what they eat, and much more from 10 a.m. to noon, as we explore one of the ocean’s most revered creatures. Recommended for all ages. 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Weedon Island Preserve Center is located at 1800 Weedon Drive Northeast, St. Petersburg, Florida 33702. For more information please contact (727) 453-6500.

bunCo CoCktail Party

Delaney Creek LodgeFebruary 7

Please join us in our fight for cancer. Delaney Creek Lodge is hosting a Bunco Cocktail Party, Thursday, Feb-ruary 7th at 7:00 PM. The cost is $15.00 with all the proceeds going to The American Cancer Society. The evening will be full of laughter, food, cash bar, prizes and many new friends. Call to reserve your ticket or come and purchase them. You can also purchase a few extra and invite your friends.

Delaney Creek Lodge is located at 320 South Lake-wood Drive Brandon, FL 33511. For more informa-tion call (813) 655-8858.

florida State fair

Florida State FairgroundsFebruary 7-18

Enjoy this annual event with extensive exhibits and fun galore, rides, food and entertainment for all ages.

The FL State Fair is located at 4800 US Hwy. 301 North, Tampa, FL 33610 There are 3 entrances into the Fairgrounds property: US Hwy. 301, Martin Lu-ther King, Jr. Blvd. and Orient Road. MLK, Jr. Blvd. and US Hwy. 301 are only open when there are events ongoing at the Fairgrounds. The Orient Road en-trance is accessible seven days a week with 24-hour security present. Please use the proper entrance iden-tified for each event occurring at the Fairgrounds. For more information call Phone: 813-621-7821 or Toll Free 1-800-345-FAIR.

PraniC PSyCHotHeraPy

Hilton Garden InnFebruary 8, 9

Pranic Psychotherapy® is the application of Pranic Healing® techniques to healing and alleviating emo-tional and mental imbalances. Negative emotions and traumatic experiences are essentially negative thought forms and emotional energies lodged in the aura and in the critical energy centers. Pranic Psychotherapy®, however, offers you the ability to quickly and safely re-lease these crippling energetic patterns. Learn advanced energetic extraction techniques on the affected chakras so phobias, compulsions and addictions can be alleviat-ed in a very short time. During class time we encourage the students to do their best to completely remove real-life emotional issues that their partners have. Friday 6:30 PM - Saturday 7:00 PM

Hilton Garden Inn is located at 5312 Avion Park Drive, Tampa, Florida.

ClEARwATER SINGlES 50+ DANCE

Colreavy HallFebruary 9

SCIPS - Colreavy Hall, 820 Jasmine Way, (corner of Myrtle Avenue, south of Druid Road, in Clearwater), on Saturday, February 9, at 7:00 p.m. Live music by the ever popular “Alley Cats” band. Dress code: “dressy ca-sual” attire. (No shorts, jeans, beach wear). Join SCIPS for a fun evening, meeting new singles, listening to en-tertaining music and socializing. Admission: $5.00/members, $7.00/non-members. Door prizes will be awarded. Couples welcome! No reservations are neces-sary. You may bring your own snacks and beverages. Cups and ice are furnished, and sodas are available. Monthly dances, featuring live music, are scheduled for the second Saturday of each month. Other fun activities include dining out, theater, movies, picnics, sporting events, visits to museums, etc. SCIPS is a not-for-profit, non-denominational singles club, serving the Tampa Bay area for the past 33 years.

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ColiseumFebruary 10

Come and celebrate the Vietnamese New Year of Sunday, February 10 from 9am - 11pm. There will be plenty of food, music and entertainment.

The coliseum is located at 535 4th Ave. N, St. Pe-tersburg, FL 33701. For more information, call (727) 892-5202.

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Memorial HospitalFebruary 12

Join us on Tuesday, February 12, 2013 from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. as Dr. Talal Hamdan tells you what you need to know about Peripheral Vascular Disease. His credentials include board certified physician with Pal-ma Ceia Heart and Vascular, board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology, and a diplomat of the American Board of Vascular Medicine and the American Board of Endovascular Medicine. Please RSVP for a light lunch and this special seminar in Memorial Hospital’s Auditorium at 813-342-1313.

Memorial Hospital is located at 2901 West Swann Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33609. For more information call (813) 873-6400.

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February 13Join a national effort to collect valuable information

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Weedon Island Preserve Center is located at 1800 Weedon Drive Northeast, St. Petersburg, Florida 33702. For information contact: Mary Campbell, Ex-tension Director - [email protected].


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ColiseumFebruary 17

Come to the Coliseum on Sunday, February 17 from 12 noon - 4pm for the Tampa Bridal Show Cost of entry only $3. Come see plenty of vendors with displays to help organize your special day.

The coliseum is located at 535 4th Ave. N, St. Peters-burg, FL 33701. For more information, call (727) 892-5202.

HeartS & Hold’eM Poker tournaMent

Quail Hollow Event CenterFebruary 16

Cost: Hearts & Hold’em Poker Admit One $43.19. 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Quail Hollow Event Center is located at 225 Old Pasco Rd., Zephyrhills, Florida 33544. For more infor-mation call (813) 333-0033.

Hearing Solution SeMinarS

Sound Advice (2 Locations)February 19, 21

A one hour seminar on hearing loss, followed by lunch with the chance to talk with our specialist. Free hearing tests will also be offered. For your convenience we offer two events at two locations; St. Petersburg sem-inar will be on February 19, 11:30 a.m. The Largo semi-nar will be on February 21, 11:30 a.m.

For information on the St. Pete event call (727)822-2132. 3173 4th St. N, St. Petersburg, FL. For informa-tion on the Largo event call (727)518-1111. 861 West Bay Drive, Largo, Florida.

ARCHAEOlOGY lECTURE - THE SCOTTISH CHIEF AND THE BATTlE of ballaSt Point in St. PeterSburg


February 21Mike Terrell, underwater archaeologist from The

Florida Aquarium, will present a talk on his research ti-tled The Scottish Chief and the Battle of Ballast Point. This 2012-2013 Lecture Series will be held the third Thursday of every month through April 2013 at The Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center. 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Weedon Island Preserve Center is located at 1800 Weedon Drive Northeast, St. Petersburg, Florida 33702. For information, reservation and cancellation policies contact (727) 453-6500.

landSCaPe deSign for rigHt Plant, rigHt PlaCe and More Home Depot February 23

At this FREE Pasco Extension Seminar a local Mas-ter Gardener will consider the use of hardscapes, water features, landscape lighting and plantings in the home landscape. Installation methods, choosing a designer and selecting a contractor will also be discussed. 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

The Home Depot is located at 10017 US 19, Port Richey, FL. For questions about this class, contact the Extension office at 352-518-0156, 813-996-7341, or 727-847-2411, and ask for the Extension office.

PinellaS County CounCil Pta’S HealtH and Safety fair

Largo Central ParkFebruary 23

Climb Aboard and Explore the World of Health and Safety at Pinellas County Council PTA’s 4th Annual Health and Safety Fair. A family friendly event with lots of hands on activities in our kid zone; entertainment by Knuckleheadz, Authentic Martial Arts, and The Balloon Guy; fun games, prizes and giveaways and so much more! Learn about health and safety education for chil-dren and families. There will also be a Bike Rodeo spon-sored by Safe Kids through All Children’s Hospital and

they will be giving away free helmets. 10:00 AMLargo Central Park is located at 101 Central Park

Drive, Largo, Florida.

NON-STOP DANCING AT HIGHlAND’S ZUmBA BASH

Highland Recreation ComplexFebruary 23

Largo, FL – Come out for an evening of non-stop dancing, healthy snacks, raffle prizes and much more at Highland’s Zumba Bash on Saturday, February 23. From 6-8pm, join a team of Zumba instructors as they lead an exciting, fun and easy-to-follow dance class set to Latin and international music. All adults and children 8 and up are encouraged to come experience this great mix of music, fitness and fun. Comfortable clothing and dance shoes or sneakers are recommended.

Cost is $10 in advance or $15 at the door. Admission is half price for children ages 8-17.

Highland Recreation Complex is located at, 400 Highland Ave. For more information, visit PlayLargo.com or call (727)518-3016.

big band ballrooM danCe

ColiseumFebruary 23

Come to the Coliseum for the Big Band Ballroom Dance: A Tribute to Harry James and the Andrews Sis-ters. Come on Saturday, February 23 at 7:30pm. Entry fee is $22 (plus $1 service charge). BYOB, snacks and set-ups available. Advanced group rates for 15+. For more information, call (727) 892-5202. The coliseum is located at 535 4th Ave. N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701. For more information, call

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Memorial HospitalFebruary 27th

Join us on Wednesday, February 27, 2013 from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. as Dr. Gopal Grandhige discusses GERD and other forms of acid reflux. His credentials in-clude board certified physician with Suncoast Surgical Associates & on staff at Memorial Hospital of Tampa, completed his Minimally Invasive & Bariatric Surgery Fellowship at Yale University, and is a specialist in hiatal and other hernias and surgical treatment of GERD.

Please RSVP to 813-342-1313. Lunch will be served. Memorial Hospital is located at 2901 West Swann

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2013 STRAwBERRY FESTIVAl

Plant CityFebruary 28 - March 10, 2013

Enjoy this annual event featuring the famous Plant City strawberries, with extensive exhibits and fun ga-lore, rides, food and daily concerts packed with celeb-rities from the music industry, including Chubby Checker, Foreigner, Gloriana, Randy Houser, Alan Jackson, Bobby Vinton, Martina McBride, Trace Ad-kins, Mel Tillis, Blake Shelton and more. February 28th - SENIOR CITIZENS’ DAY: Patrons 60 years of age or older get $2.00 off the gate admission of $10.00 all day.

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What taxpayers need to Know about Government pensions There has been a lot of talk lately about the costs of public employee pen-sions and whether governments have set aside enough money to make good on their promises. Concerns are real -- and growing -- about these retirement benefits and what must be done to honor the obligations if enough money is not available to cover the benefits public employees have been promised. When local and state governments have not set enough money aside to ade-quately fund pension obligations, the conversation very quickly turns to whether making up for the shortfall could mean tax increases, service reduc-tions, or cuts in retirement benefits. To best understand the size and im-pact of your government’s pension liabil-ity, you should find out what type of pension plan your government offers and its current pension obligations and fund-ed status.

New Standards Offer Transparency

In an effort to equip interested par-ties with the tools they need to evaluate government pension benefits, new pen-

sion standards issued by the Govern-mental Accounting Standards Board (GASB)—which are set to take effect in 2014— will require state and local gov-ernments to plainly show their net liabil-ity for pension benefits on the face of the financial statements, alongside other lia-bilities. The GASB is the independent group that sets accounting and financial reporting standards for U.S. state and lo-cal governments. Under the new standards, anyone in-terested in pension information will be better able to assess a government’s over-all financial picture as it relates to pen-sions by helping them evaluate such questions as: What pension promises has my government made? How much is it obligated to pay? How is my government doing compared to other communities?

Where to Find This Information While governments are becoming fa-miliar with and preparing for the new fi-nancial reporting standards, there are steps that taxpayers and public employ-ees can take to better understand their governments’ financial obligations:

• Contact your government officials:

Ask how your elected officials are preparing for the changes and how they will address funding pension benefits.

• Get talking: Talk to friends, neighbors, and colleagues and share what you know. Find out how pension funding issues may affect the future of your community.

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tHe glenn Miller orCHeStra

Ruth Eckerd HallFebruary 4

An annual favorite, this 16-piece or-

chestra continues to pack venues

across the country and remains true to

the legacy of the band that broke atten-

dance records up and down the East

Coast and had 31 Top 10 hits in 1940.

1:00 PM. Tickets $25, $18 (Limited

number of $35 VIP seats available).

tHe lowe faMily


Direct from sellouts in Branson,

this multi-talented family finally

comes to Ruth Eckerd Hall for the first

time, offering an incredible blend of

show-stopping classical, Broadway,

Irish, jazz, bluegrass, old-time favor-

ites, spectacular dance, six-part har-

mony, gospel, and more. 1 PM. Tickets

$25, $18 (Limited number of $35 VIP

seats available).

an eVening witH riCHard Marx

Ruth Eckerd Hall-Capitol TheatreFebruary 7

On tour in support of his planned

release A Night Out With Friends,

GRAMMY® Award winner Richard

Marx returns to the Capitol Theatre in

Downtown Clearwater’s Cleveland

Street District for a solo appearance.

For more than 20 years, Richard

Marx has consistently and powerfully

made his mark on the music industry.

Over the course of his career, he has

written 13 #1 hit singles and sold more

than 30 million albums, collaborating

with such artists as Luther Vandross,

Ringo Starr and Keith Urban. He has

been nominated for GRAMMY®

Awards three times and received an

American Music Award nomination for

favorite male singer. 8 PM. Tickets:

$59.50, $42.50.

Merle Haggard

Mahaffey TheaterFebruary 8

Merle Haggard is a legend and out-

law country icon who has talked the

talk, walked the walk and sang about

it all on hits like Okie from Muskogee,

Mama Tried and The Fightin’ Side of

Me. Few and far between are the

chances to see a guy like Hag in the

flesh. So circle Feb. 8 on your calendar

-- that’s when Haggard will be at the

Mahaffey Theater in St. Petersburg.

Tickets are $39.50-$89.50 7:30 PM.

Coffee ConCert: war of tHe roMantiCS

Mahaffey TheaterRuth Eckerd Hall

Progress Center for Performing Arts

February 6, 7Teddy Abrams, conductor & piano

Enjoy complimentary coffee and

doughnuts at the next Coffee Concert

with guest conductor Teddy Abrams

leading The Florida Orchestra in a pro-

gram of music by Beethoven, Brahms,

Liszt, Wagner and more...with Abrams

as the piano soloist in the Romanze of

Clara Schumann’s Concerto for Piano in

A minor. Wed., Feb. 6, 10 am Ruth Eck-

erd Hall, Thu., Feb 7, 11 am Progress

Energy Center for the Performing Arts,

Mahaffey Theater Sponsored by: West-

minster Palms, Orange Blossom Cater-

ing Tickets: $24, $29, $34, $42.

an eVening witH george JoneS

The Lakeland CenterFebruary 7

With a stellar career of more than

35 years ago, George Jones performs

all your favorites. Sit back and enjoy

an evening with the Possum as he

takes you on a country journey

through his hits including “If Drinkin’

Don’t Kill Me (Her Memory Will),” “A

Good Year for the Roses,” “ The Grand

Tour,” and “He Stopped Loving Her

Today.” Before concert Center Stage

Buffet available, featuring a full selec-

tion of fresh salads, delicious entrees

and delectable desserts for a great low

price. $15.95. Dinner is served from

5:30pm-7:30pm. Advance purchase

strongly suggested. For more informa-

tion please call 863-834-8111. Parking

$7. Concert without dinner, $40.

tHe PHiladelPHia orCHeStra

Van Wezel HallFebruary 9

Yannick Nezet-Seguin, Musical Di-

rector. One of the prestigious “Big 5”

American Orchestras, The Philadel-

phia Orchestra is admired for its abili-

ty to capture the hearts and

imaginations of audiences, and for an

unrivaled legacy of “firsts” in music-

making. While wholly committed to

the exploration of classical music and

repertoire, the Orchestra also contin-

ues to develop compelling programs

that resonate with contemporary audi-

ences. 8 PM. Tickets $110-$150.

frankie Valli & tHe four SeaSonS



Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons

were inducted into the Rock and Roll

Hall of Fame in 1990, just five years af-

ter its creation. With his remarkable

baritone to falsetto voice, Frankie Valli

has charted 71 hits including 40 in the

Top 40, 19 in the Top 10 and eight that

made it to #1. From initial hit Sherry

through Can’t Take My Eyes Off You

(which made him a solo superstar),

Grease, and his resurgence following

Jersey Boys, he and the Four Seasons

had sold more than 100 million re-

cords even before the invention of

CD’s. 8:00 PM.

Vienna boyS CHoir


The Straz CenterFebruary 12

The world’s preeminent boys’ choir

delights with purity of tone, charm,

and a repertoire of Austrian folk songs,

waltzes, classical masterpieces, be-

loved pop songs, holiday favorites and

medieval chants.

Ruth Eckerd concert 1 PM Tickets

$18-$35

The Straz Center concert 8 PM.

SteVe Miller band


Call him the Gangster of Love. Call

him Maurice. You can even call him

the Midnight Toker or Space Cowboy.

Everybody knows that Steve Miller

speaks the pompitus of love.

One of rock music’s all-time greats,

the Steve Miller Band has sold more

than 30 million records in a career

spanning more than 40 years. His

trademark blues-rock sound made

him one of the key artists in classic

rock radio. The Steve Miller Band is

brand name rock that millions have

come to trust. 8 PM.

kenny rogerS

The Lakeland CenterFebruary 14

Enjoy a romantic Valentine’s eve-

ning with this star of country music,

known for instantly identifiable sweet-

ly raspy vocals and an extraordinary

ability to vividly inhabit each song he

performs. Rogers has sold more than

120 million records worldwide and re-

corded more than 65 albums during

his storied 52 years in show business.

His long list of timeless classics in-

cludes an impressive 24 #1 hits - “The

Gambler,” “Lady,” “Lucille,” “She Be-

lieves in Me,” “Islands in the Stream,”

and “We’ve Got Tonight” among them.

8:00 PM. Join us for a special Center

Stage Café Valentine’s Day Spectacular

Buffet! Serving begins two hours prior

to show time and features an incredi-

ble assortment of fresh salads, delec-

table entrees and an amazing display

of stellar desserts! Parking $7. Concert

without dinner, $32-$52.

giuSePPe Verdi’S a MaSked ball

The Straz CenterFebruary 7-10

Illicit love and political intrigue are

woven through Verdi’s romantic trage-

dy. As conspirators plot a prominent

leader’s death, the suspected adulter-

ess -- desperate to extinguish her love

for the ruler -- plays right into their

murderous plans. She solicits the help

of a sorceress to end her fervor, but too

late! The secret’s out and a distraught

husband dispenses revenge at the

masked ball! Daniel Lipton conducts

an international cast, plus the Opera

Tampa Chorus and Orchestra. Thurs.,

Feb. 7, 7:30 p.m., Sat., Feb. 9, 2 p.m. ,

Sun., Feb. 10, 2 p.m. Tickets $34.50 -

$84.50.

9 to 5: tHe MuSiCal

The Players TheatreFebruary 14-24

Three lovely ladies, Violet, Dora Lee

and Judy, are working another hellish

day at Consolidated Industries and are

all having trouble with their lecherous

boss.: Franklin Hart Jr. This is the

premise of the exciting stage musical

that is based on the 1980 hit movie

“Nine to Five!”

This area premiere features music

and lyrics by Dolly Parton, and a book

by Patricia Resnick. This musical

broke records when nominated for 15

Drama Desk Awards in a single year

and has toured the country extensively.

Tickets: $25.

enteRtAInMent


SHeryl Crow


Sheryl Crow makes her Sarasota

debut! Free-spirited and fierce, Sheryl

Crow has garnered nine Grammys,

performed duets with musical lumi-

naries such as Sting and Mick Jagger

and sold more than 35 million records

worldwide! Since the now classic, “All

I Wanna Do,” Crow has racked up hits

such as “If It Makes You Happy,” “Ev-

eryday Is A Winding Road,” “My Fa-

vorite Mistake,” “Soak Up The Sun,”

“Steve McQueen” and Cat Stevens cov-

er “The First Cut Is The Deepest.”

With Special Guest: Holly Williams

8 PM. Tickets $30-$110.

Hooray for Hollywood



Fourteen singers and dancers (with

30+ songs and 300+ costume chang-

es), movie clips, and a red-hot band

take us on a nostalgic journey through

50 years of the most popular movie

musicals. Ruth Eckerd show 2 PM.

Tickers $50, $35, $25. The Straz Cen-

ter show 8 PM. Tickets $30-$40.

beaCH boyS


Featuring Mike Love & Bruce John-

ston. The Beach Boys return to the

Van Wezel with all their great hits.

The band’s timeless, chart-topping

songs include “Surfin’ USA,” “Surfer

Girl,” “Little Deuce Coupe,” “Be True

to Your School,” “In My Room,” “Fun

Fun Fun,” “I Get Around,” “Help Me,

Rhonda,” “California Girls” and so

many more! 7 PM. Tickets $70-$30.

aMeriCan legaCieS: PreSerVation Hall JaZZ band and tHe del MCCoury band

The Mahaffey TheaterFebruary 17

Since opening its doors to the pub-

lic in 1961, it has been the mission of

the Preservation Hall to showcase the

national treasures of traditional New

Orleans jazz music. Forty-eight years

later, the Preservation Hall Jazz Band

still represents the best opportunity

for music fans the world over to expe-

rience the planet’s happiest music.

The Del McCoury Band is a world-

class bluegrass ensemble that per-

forms original and traditional

compositions with eloquent harmo-

nies and “ferocious, purebred musi-

cianship” (USA Today).

Together in concert, the Preserva-

tion Hall Jazz Band and the Del Mc-

Coury Band create a seamless blend of

soul-lifting traditional harmonies as

the high and lonesome sound of the

Appalachians meets the hot and lively

jazz of New Orleans. Audiences will

thrill to this very special opportunity

to witness the coming together of two

legendary groups of musicians from

two distinctly American musical lin-

eages. 7 PM. Tickets $45.50-$65.50.

ZaC brown band

1-800-Ask-Gary AmphitheatreFebruary 22

Singer, songwriter and guitarist Zac

Brown grew up in Dahlonega, GA, and

performed as a solo artist for a num-

ber of years before founding the Zac

Brown group in Atlanta in 2004. En-

joy the music from this country/folk

band which has shared stages with

greats such as Alan Jackson and Jim-

my Buffett.

4802 N US Highway 301, Tampa,

Florida 33610, right by the Florida

State Fairgrounds. Tickets $31.50.

tCHaikoVSky’S SyMPHony no. 5


Tampa Bay Times Masterworks Rossen Milanov, guest conductorPrincipal Violist Ben Markwell per-

forms Jongen’s Suite for Orchestra and Solo Viola with its gorgeous ethereal melodic lines and swelling lyrical har-monies ... in a night with Franck’s dra-matic tone poem Le chasseur maudit (The Accursed Huntsman) and Tchai-kovsky’s beloved Symphony No. 5. 8PM. Tickets $17.50-$47.50.

tHe ruSSian national ballet tHeatre PreSentS SleePing beauty

The Lakeland Center February 26

Sleeping Beauty is often considered

the finest achievement of the Classical

ballet. The fairy tale, replete with a

king a queen , fairies both good and

evil, a beautiful princess and dream

prince, magical stage effects, and

courtly splendor, lent itself perfectly to

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VENUE ADDRESSES AND CONTACT INFORMATION

The American Stage Theater — 163 3rd Street North, St. Petersburg, FL 33701. Telephone: (727) 823-7529. www.americanstage.org

The Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center — 709 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236. Telephone: 1(866) 508-0611.

The Historic Capitol Theatre405 Cleveland StreetClearwater, FL 33755Telephone: (727) 791-7400.www.rutheckerdhall.com

The Lakeland Center — 701 W. Lime St. Lakeland, FL 33815. Telephone: (863) 834-8100www.thelakelandcenter.com

The Mahaffey Theater — 400 1st. St. South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701. Telephone: (727) 892-5798.www.themahaffey.com

Ruth Eckerd Hall — 1111 McMullen Booth Rd. Clearwater, FL 33759. Telephone: (727) 791-7400.www.rutheckerdhall.com

The Players Theatre838 North Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34236Telephone: (941) 365-2494www.theplayers.org

The Straz Center — 1010 North Macinnes Place, Tampa, FL 33602. Telephone: (813) 229-7827.www.strazcenter.org

The Tampa Bay Times Forum — 401 Channelside Dr. Tampa, FL 33602. Telephone: (813) 301-6500.www.tampabaytimesforum.com

The Tarpon Springs Performing Art Center — 324 Pine Street Tarpon Springs, FL. 34688 Telephone: (727) 942-5605.www.tarponarts.org

Van Wezel Hall — 777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. FL 34236. Telephone: (941) 955-7676.www.vanwezel.org

enteRtAInMentan amazing evening at the ballet.

The Russian National Ballet The-

atre, founded in Moscow during the

late 1980’s remains a vibrant company

dedicated to the timeless tradition of

classical Russian Ballet. 7:30 pm.

Parking $7. Tickets $28-$63.

leS MiSerableS

The Straz CenterMarch 5-10

25th Anniversary Production!

DREAM THE DREAM

Cameron Mackintosh presents a

brand new 25th anniversary produc-

tion of Boublil & Schönberg’s legend-

ary musical, LES MISÉRABLES, with

glorious new staging and dazzlingly

reimagined scenery inspired by the

paintings of Victor Hugo. This new

production has been acclaimed by

critics, fans and new audiences and is

breaking box office records wherever

it goes. 8PM on March 5-8, 2 and 8

PM on March 9, 1:30 pm and 7 PM on

March 10. Tickets $60-$90.


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WD W F 67 iSO W gent 65-70 for friendship first, then we will see. Lakeland area please. S or di-vorced contact me at [email protected].

Attractive 62 years young, D H F NS likes to travel, ISO M NS ND LTR honest, healthy and fi-nancially secure. (813) 541-7769.

Pretty, sweet, good-hearted, fun loving, W C S F, 60’s, ISO W C S M. One woman for a man to share all the good things in life. Clearwater (727) 408-5592.

ISO active gent, 70’s to share events, hikes, swims, movies, WD W C NS ND 5’2”. Palm Harbor (727) 947-2191.

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S w M 66 yrs., 5’10” 155lbs., handsome, sexy dancer seeks S W F. ISO sexy feminine lady who likes makeup, heels, jeans, swimsuits for compatible LTR. Clearwater (727) 331-0700.

W M handsome, great health, 60 yrs. ISO friend, companion, relationship to share and enjoy. Let’s do it together. (727) 484-2161.

WD W M SOH, 70 yrs. old. Loves travel, stage plays, movies, dining, walking and LTR. Oldsmar (727) 787-8337.

Quality guy, 73, W NS SOH, retired, seek-ing F for friendship, companionship. Likes fun, is happy, and has a zest for life. Let’s start over in 2013. Europeans and snowbirds welcome.

Clearwater (727) 400-8007.

S W M active in business, love sports, animals. In my 60’s ISO NS SD. Brandon (813) 399-6928.

Quality guy, fun, fit, educated and never married ISO LTR. Way too much to share in 30 words. Let’s talk at length via phone. Call, you won’t be sorry. Tampa (813) 273-8127.

S W M active, healthy, tall, slim, 60’s. ISO attractive, honest, sincere, NS lady. Any nation-ality ok. Please call after 8 PM. St. Petersburg (727) 322-6197.

Born in india, male 64 yrs. old, tall, an in-ventor, retired in Tampa Bay. Seeking a white slim, spiritual female, around 50 to 66 yrs. old, attrac-tive for serious relationship. Call me. St. Petersburg (727) 623-9532.

S W M 62 yrs. old, WD ISO slender 55-62 yr. old F for walks on beach, bicycling and movies. Trea-sure Island (727) 827-2059.

I am WD W M c. I enjoy travel, exercise and the finer things in life. I am in great shape physically and financially. ISO F NS W LTR, good shape, 65 - 75 MOL. St Pete (727) 578-0644.

S W M 65, looks much younger, 6’2” 185lbs, fit, seeks slim, fit S F 55ish for LTR, walks, talks, go-ing out, fun times, etc. St. Pete area (727) 541-2464.

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W F NS ND 60 seeking a lady friend to go shopping, out to eat or just enjoy company. Tampa (813) 802-5640.

W F looking for healthy W ladies to travel with. Financially secure, between 55-70. Largo (727) 530-7116.

S w M 58, 5’8” 180 lbs. ISO active, healthy, M/F under 60 for friendship and more. Largo (727) 644-8087.

w c S M seeks friendship and conversation in French, Spanish, Greek, Italian, Farsi & Portu-guese. St. Pete (727) 217-4936.

S W M 63 5’8” 170 lbs., looking for M friend to go places, do things together. Dining out, beaches, movies, flea markets, LTR/roommate. Lakeland (863) 594-0446.

S w lady loves dance, travel, seeks outgoing fit male, 60-65, able to take me to what I like to do. No workaholics or couch potatoes please. I’m over 65. Tampa (813) 326-7071.

S W F NS iSO Mr. temporary. Must like danc-ing, socializing, food, and be as comfortable in golf shorts as in Tux. Let’s talk. (727) 698-3311.

Everyone needs friends. I am an outgoing petite D W F from New York and new tot the area. Let’s talk and become friends. Clearwater (727) 474-5040.

Always a gentleman iSO lady friend for LTR for local events or ballroom dancing partner. 70 to 80 age group. Largo [email protected].

S w NS senior seeks same, to share home. I have cats. Huge furnished bedroom is private. For-est Hills Tampa (813) 933-7224.

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