town & country guide spring issue 2012

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Seasonal Sports Pg 10 Arts & Style Pg 12 Mystery Diner Pg 13 Saluting our Military Pg 19 From the Kitchen Pg 24 Florida Flower Pg 29

Spring 2012

Yum Yum Ice Cream Shoppe and.... How to dispose of outdated drugs {6}

High Springs Outward Bound for Veterans

Avocado Tequila Salad

Spring Cleaning Your Windows

Calendar of Events

Milkweed

The U.S.A. and Christianity Tri-County Transmission

Palms Medical Group

Local Parks Where You Live

CHambers of CommerCe {3}Phone Numbers

Heartworm Disease & Prervention

proteCting your pets {27}

family life {25}

from tHe kitCHen {24}

saluting our military {19}

food & beverages {18}

business matters {16-17}

Vitamin D fitness Corner {15}

The State Stone: Agatized Coral

Red Wok Buffet

florida History {14}

mystery diner {13}

arts & style {12}

Home & garden {11}

seasonal sports {10}Baseball - Nations Park

travel florida {8-9}

spiritual spotligHt {5}

Cedar Key Arts Festival

florida flower {29}

Community Calendar {28}

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The U.S.A. and Christianity

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Christianity is the largest and most popular religion in the United States, with around 77% of those polled identifying themselves as Christian, as of 2009. In the mid 1990's the United States had the largest Christian population on earth, with 224 million Christians.

Christianity was introduced to the Americas as it was first colonized by Europeans beginning in the 16th and 17th centuries. Today most Christian churches are Mainline Protestant, Evangelical, or Roman Catholic.

Religion in the United States is characterized by both a wide diversity in religious beliefs and practices, and by a high adherence level. A majority of Americans report that religion plays a “very important” role in their lives, a proportion unique among developed nations. Many faiths have flourished in the United States, including both later imports spanning the country’s multicultural immigrant heritage, as well as those founded within the country; these have led the United States to become one of the most religiously diverse countries in the world.

As President Harry Truman told an Attorney General’s Conference in 1950, “The fundamental basis of this nation’s laws was given to Moses on the Mount. The fundamental basis of our Bill of Rights comes from the teachings we get from Exodus and Saint Matthew, from Isaiah and Saint Paul. I don’t think we emphasize that enough these days. If we don’t have a proper fundamental moral background, we will finally end up with a totalitarian government which does not believe in rights for anybody except the State.”

Woodrow Wilson, in his election campaign for President, made the same point: “A nation which does not remember what it was yesterday, does not know what it is today, nor what it is trying to do. We are trying to do a futile thing if we do not know where we came from or what we have been about.... America was born a Christian nation. America was born to exemplify that devotion to the tenets of righteousness which are derived from the revelations of Holy Scripture.”

The crucial role of Christianity in this nation’s formation is not without dispute, although as Revolutionary leader Patrick Henry said: “It cannot be emphasized too strongly or too often that this great nation was founded, not by religionists, but by Christians; not on religions, but on the gospel of Jesus Christ. For this very reason peoples of other faiths have been afforded asylum, prosperity, and freedom of worship.”

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HOW TO DISPOSE OF OUTDATED DRUGS from the Washington PostYou have old drugs in your medicine cabinet and you want to get rid of them. Here’s what the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says you should do---and not do. First, drugs should not be flushed down the toilet. “They may get in the water supply or get into a stream and affect marine life,” University of Maryland pharmacist Frank Palumbo said.

If disposal directions are not printed on the label, the FDA suggests that drugs be taken out of their containers, placed in a bag and mixed with dirt, coffee grounds or kitty litter to make them unusable. The Justice Department and its Drug Enforcement Administration periodically hold programs in the area where consumers can turn in unused and outdated prescription drugs.

When in doubt, throw them out!-----Or ask your PALMS PHARMACIST.

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It's rainy, cloudy and gloomy outside but not even a day like this could or should deter you from taking the short jaunt to visit Historical High Springs. Whether you are a history buff an avid antiquer or looking for somewhere “new” to dine, you can do it all here. Spend the day, heck spend the weekend and skip the rush of trying to get it all done in a day. Relax the weekend away enjoying new experiences in the quaint atmosphere that is High Springs.

If you have decided to spend the weekend round out your visit by staying in one of the local B&B's or one of the local State Park Campgrounds. Check-in, put your bags down or park your camper/set-up tent and throw your stressors to the side; now you can experience the true laid back nature of this beautiful little town and all that it has to offer.

If it Friday evening and you're perplexed about where to dine and what there is to do in this small but big on options town, then head down to Club 51 (a new restaurant featuring live jazz music) for an experience that is sure to satisfy your pallet, not break the bank and gives you that Cheers feeling “where everyone knows your name”. While you're here make sure to try the Spinach Crab Dip that is made with crab that is so fresh you could swear it is still swimming in what can only be described as creamy delectable cheesy goodness. Don't dawdle because you won't want to miss your opportunity to visit the featured movie at the historical Priest Theater. The Priest Theater has been around since 1910 and started out as a Vaudeville venue. When silent movies hit the ground running it became an actual movie theater. The first “talkie” shown here was The Singing Fool in 1928, a Warner Bros.

Distribution featuring Al Jolson, Betty Bronson, Josephine Dunn, Davey Lee and Reed Howes. Today and since 1980 the Priest has be run and owned by Bobby and Janice Scheffield whom also own the local hardware shop on Mainstreet; Scheffield Hardware. Bobby and Janice are Southern Charm down to their core. Family is their way of life and because of this; the Priest is run as a family movie theater. Their showings include rated G, PG, PG-13 and some R (if a documentary) and only movies that were number one at the box office. They have a dress code adopted from the local high school that they prefer their patrons to follow (this is that Southern Family Charm shining through). Don’t be alarmed, it’s not a uniform and is more of a guideline for the teenagers. The Priest is open on Friday, Saturday and Mondays only and the ticket prices will blow your mind as they are only $5 on Fri. and Sat. and $3 on Mon. Tickets go on sale at 7:30 pm and the movie starts at 8:00.

If it takes a tad bit longer for the movie to begin, then that is because Mr. Scheffield is still greeting the regulars and getting to know the new comers all while taking ticket stubs at the front door. Then he heads up to the projector room to start things rolling. They know many of their patrons by name as this is what makes them; well them. The Priest Theater brings in the family night movie goers, the couples of all ages, the groups of teenagers and all those in between to its historical hometown CHARM.

The movie is over and your not quite ready to “hit the sack”; head back to Club 51 and enjoy the atmosphere filled with paintings done by local artist as well as pictures of those favorite Jazz and Blues artist long past but still very much alive here while you soothe your soul with the sounds of the live Jazz/Blues band that is sure to end the night on the right note.

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What an amazing night you were able to experience! All

rested and it's Saturday, not sure what to do first, well put on your walking shoes, grab your camera and take a trip up and down Mainstreet and 1st Ave. Already the possibilities are endless, but first things first; breakfast. If you didn't eat at the local B&B (if this was your lodging choice) then head to The Coffee Clutch for breakfast or brunch. Depending on whether you decided to truly relax and sleep in,. The Coffee Clutch is located right on Mainstreet. Now that you have “fueled up” it is time to do some antiquing or visit one of the State Parks in the area and enjoy Scuba Diving, Kayaking, Canoeing or just to revel in the coolness of the natural springs that are available.

Are you ready for a nap yet? Who knew that there was so much to offer from small town/hometown High Springs. It's Saturday afternoon and lunch is calling your name; or is that Gator Q a local BBQ restaurant off of Mainstreet on 1st Ave. Home to the BBQ Egg roll. Yep, the BBQ Egg roll. Your taste buds won't know what hit them when you bite into this fried to a golden crisp BBQ pork filled wonton wrapper. Except SURPRISE at how yummy it is. Try their multitude of sauces on

any number of their sandwiches and wings smoked to perfection. Now it may be time for that nap or maybe this was just the “kick” you needed to enjoy a play at the High Springs Community Theater. Yeah, that's the ticket. Take in the local actors as they immerse in their characters and bring them to life for you, the audience! Who knows what will be playing when you visit; it's the overall experience that you're after.

You've enjoyed the play and are looking for that one last amazing dinner before heading back to reality tomorrow (Sunday); The Great Outdoors restaurant is the place for this. It is that type of place that when visiting High Springs is a MUST on the to-do list. It was awarded The Golden Spoon Award in 2010 deservedly so. One word; SCRUMPTIOUS, from the appetizers and salads to the entrees and desserts. Dine inside or outside at The Great Outdoors but either way your pallet will be thanking you with GUSTO!

As you leave High Springs let all of your experiences here invade your mind, body and soul with a peaceful and serene

feeling that will have you coming back for more!

Seasonal Sports - Baseball


With springtime comes that familiar season when one of America’s favorite pastimes; baseball and softball “spring” into action. Whether it’s little league, middle and high school, adult co-ed leagues or college; the “fever” is in the air. The popularity effects those of all ages from the tee-baller to the high school senior, the UF student to the 30-something’s whom still have the athleticism to play several nights a week on adult co-ed and/or male/female softball teams; to the grandparents and great-grandparents that will always have a love of the sport and want to share this with their younger generation/s.

This “fever” is focused as of now however, on the building and Opening of Nations Park in Newberry is on June 30th 2012. This park is not your average “run of the mill” ballpark but is instead a “Grand-Slam” from all angles as an Open Invitational Tournament Ballpark.

Nations Park mission is, “Providing a baseball and softball experience for players who have a passion and love for the game”. The experience that they want to provide is simple and straightforward, “To provide a higher caliber of play for the Future Stars of Tomorrow”. A ballpark that is truly all about the kids.

The park will consist of 16 cutting edge ball fields with natural grass outfields and synthetic turf infields. Nations Park will play host to week-long Holiday and Summer Tournaments to teams from all over America and Canada in baseball 8U to 13U and Girls Fast pitch Softball.

Nations Park Grand Opening will be on June 30, 2012 and will do so by hosting a 10U and 13U Baseball Tournament. Come out and show your support for what is sure to be an unforgettable day at a park that is sure to provide unforgettable memories and experiences for the players and spectators alike. For more information on Nations Park visit www.nationspark.com or call 352-472-7772.

Big News for Newberry: Nations Park Open Invitational Baseball & Softball Tournament Fields

Home & GardenSpring Cleaning your Windows

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Spring Cleaning is a great occasion to welcome warm weather but do not forget to clean your windows. They should be a part of Spring Cleaning because of the dust and water marks that can collect on them. Windows need to be cleaned inside and outside, especially outside because the seasonal elements take a toll on the glass and the trim around them. To use a natural window solution, mix in a spray bottle ½ vinegar & ½ water. Vinegar helps remove water marks and outside water droplets. Wash all windows using newspaper from top to bottom to avoid streaking and it won’t leave particles or fuzz that paper towels do. Dust the outside and inside trim using old clean gym socks then vacuum the window sills to get any spider webs or chunks of dirt off. Wood polishing spray is great for trim work around the windows. Don’t forget your blinds, they can collect dust in winter months that regular dusting will not get off. Beforeremovingyourblindsormini-blinds,firstpulltheblindsup before taking them down. Fill your bath tub with water, you only need enough water so your blinds will be covered. Use an old washcloth to wash blinds then drain all the water from your tub and put blinds upright to dry. If cleaning the blinds seems time consuming, you can use a clean clothsprayedwithwindowcleanersolutionwhiletheyarehangingflatdown on the window. Some of your best pictures can be taken from inside your house through the crystal clear glass window like below.

Big News for Newberry: Nations Park Open Invitational Baseball & Softball Tournament Fields

Arts & Style Cedar Key’s 48th Annual Fine Arts Show Selected as one of Southeast Tourism Society’s Top 20 events, mark April 28th and 29th on your calendar for an excursion to the western terminus of State Route 24. That’s when you’ll have the opportunity of enjoying Cedar Key’s 48th Annual Old Florida Celebration of the Arts. Unlike many art festivals and most craft fairs, this one is juried to ensure original artistry and fine craftsmanship. One hundred and twenty five artists chosen to participate this year will compete for over $18,000 in prize money and purchase awards. The charming and Historic Second Street will become a pedestrian-only gallery for this weekend event, both sides lined with booths displaying art and fine crafts in many different media – oils, acrylics, prints, jewelry, ceramics, photography, stained glass, woodwork, sculpture, fiber and textiles. A few steps beyond the booths is City Park, where children will have sidewalk chalk art, face painting, a playground and beach. You can listen to live music in the park while lunching on seafood and desserts prepared and sold by local school, civic and church organizations. You won’t soon forget the Garden Club’s homemade-from-scratch lemonade or the Lions Club two-dollar crab cakes. If you have time for a leisurely visit, consider arriving a few days early or leaving a few days later. It will give you the chance to enjoy the quiet charm of Cedar Key, its waterways, its bird life, its museums, shops and restaurants. Cedar Key is made up of a chain of small barrier islands extending three miles out into the Gulf of Mexico; the currently inhabited keys are joined by short bridges (which also make popular fishing spots). Thirteen other islands make up one of the oldest National Wildlife Refuges in the country, providing habitat to vast numbers of migratory and shore birds. There are daily boat tours to the island of Atsena Otie, site of the original settlement and home to an Eberhard Faber pencil factory, but devastated by a hurricane at the end of the 19th century and never rebuilt. The coastal waters and tidal marshes of the Cedar Keys are a fisherman’s paradise and support an important clam farming industry. Depending on the season and the weather, your catch of the day on inshore waters may include red drum, black drum or trout. The Old Florida Celebration of the Arts is easy to find. Take State Route 24 (Archer Road) out of Gainesville and drive southwest to the end of the road, about 60 miles. You can also pick up SR24 at Archer, Bronson or Otter Creek if you are coming from other directions. Aviation buffs can even fly here (www.airnav.com/airport/KCDK), as long as they can land and take off with about 2000 feet of runway. For more information about this annual fine arts show, please contact event coordinator Mandy Cassiano 352.543.5400 or the Chamber of Commerce at 352.543.5600. Information on the city of Cedar Key and surrounding area, accommodation, facilities, attractions, artists and all aspects of the festival can be found on the following websites: Official Festival Sitewww.cedarkeyartsfestival.com Cedar Key Arts Center www.cedarkeyartscenter.org Cedar Key Chamber of Commerce www.cedarkey.org


Red Wok Ph:352.472.3288 Monday-Sunday 10:30 am-10:00 pm24204 West New berry Road New berry, FL 32669

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Mystery Diner

Red Wok Japanese Sushi and Asian Cuisine has big time flavors, friendly atmosphere and genuine service. What more could one ask for and all right here in our “backyard”; Newberry, FL. If you are wondering, “What if my kids don’t like Chinese food?” Don’t let this stop you from enjoying the tempting and scrumptious oriental flavors you have been craving. The Red Wok has thought about and prepared for this very thing by offering items such as tacos and french fries and of course chicken-on-a-stick to name a few.

Whether you are here to dine-in or are taking it to go, your choices are plentiful and include all the favorites; lo mein, fried rice, sesame chicken, steamed dumplings, crab rangoons and don’t forget the always delicious egg drop soup. Order from a menu or leave yourself open to the bountiful buffet. For the pallet that is more experienced or the one looking to experience new taste, there is also a selection of fresh sushi available.

If you are looking to complete this dining experience in true fashion, don’t forget to grab a pair of chopsticks available by request or from the buffet. Put those chopsticks or forks to work and “dig in” to those delicious oriental flavors of Asian cuisine made fresh by the friendly staff at the Red Wok Chinese Buffet.

Adult Buffet prices range from $6.35 to $8.95 depending on the day and time and the Children’s Buffet prices are $2.99 to $4.99 based on age and day. Those 65 years of age and over enjoy a 10% discount.

With prices like these; who’s not in the mood for Chinese?


Vitamin D By Nadia Rodman, RD

Coral is the outside skeleton of tiny ocean animals called polyps, which live in colonies attached to hard underwater surfaces. When alive, polyps combine their own carbon dioxide with the lime in warm seawater to form a limestone-like hard surface, or coral.

Agatized coral occurs when silica in the ocean water hardens, replacing the limy corals with a form of quartz known as chalcedony. This long process (20-30 million years) results in the formation of a “pseudomorph,” meaning that one mineral has replaced another without having lost its original form. In 1979 agatized coral was designated the official state stone.

Beautiful specimens of agatized coral have been known from the Ballast Point area of Tampa Bay since the late nineteenth century. These specimens are actually chalcedony pseudomorphs after coral or aragonite (the mineral which made up the original coral skeletons). The exterior detail of specimens from this and other locations is often preserved in exquisite detail, thanks to the silicification process. However, interior detail of the original coral skeleton is often obscured in geodes, replaced by chalcedony and white common opal. At many locations, other silicified fossils such as mollusks, mangrove roots and crustaceans can also occasionally be found.

Agatized coral is found in three main Florida locations: Tampa Bay, the Econfina River, and the Withlacoochee/Suwannee river beds.

The State Stone: Agatized Coral

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CornerFitness Vitamin D

By Nadia Rodman, RD

There's just something about a bright sunshiny day that will put a smile on your face. But did you know that spending just 20 minutes outside without sunscreen a couple of times a week on bright sunshiny days is actually beneficial to your overall health? Sunlight happens to be the best source for Vitamin D. Most of us are familiar with the correlation between Vitamin D and strong bones. Vitamin D works together with calcium to strengthen our bones and prevent osteoporosis. But having adequate levels of Vitamin D is important for so much more than just healthy bones. In fact, multiple sclerosis, high blood pressure, cancer, type 1and type 2 diabetes, autism, rheumatoid arthritis and seasonal affective disorder are all associated with insufficient levels of Vitamin D. It is amazing how closely Vitamin D is linked to all of these diseases. And even more amazing is the fact that deficiency is extremely common. Studies suggest that 36% of healthy young adults between the ages of 18 and 29 are deficient in Vitamin D and one billion people worldwide have a Vitamin D deficiency.

Read the following statements and check those that appy to you. The more Items you check, the more at risk you are for Vitamin D deficiency. I have dark skin. I don't expose much skin to sunlight. I am indoors most of the day. I have celiac or Crohn's disease. I eat little salmon or other fatty fish. I wear sunscreen of SPF 8 or higher every time I go outside. I live farther than 35 degrees latitude from the equator. I am over 70 years of age. I am overweight or obese. I rely on the foods I eat as my main source of Vitamin D.But unlike most vitamins, the dietary sources for Vitamin D are very limited. Wild

salmon and other fatty fish are a good source, but most people don't eat fatty fish on a regular basis. Most milk, some cereals and yogurts are fortified with Vitamin D, but not enough to prevent deficiency. The current RDA for Vitamin D is 400 IU, but most experts believe that level is inadequate. The current upper limit not to exceed on a regular basis is 2,000 IU. Most studies, however, fail to show benefits of Vitamin D until the supplement levels reach 1,000 IU to 2,000 IU per day. Because we can't rely on our diet to provide adequate Vitamin D we either have to be intentional about sensible sun exposure or we have to take a daily supplement of 1,000 IU of Vitamin D. The Curves supplements can help get enough vitamin D. In addition to supplementing, take advantage of beautiful, sunny days. Go for a walk, work in the garden or relax on the porch swing. After all, your health depends on it!


Business Matters

“A Glance at the Man Who Started It All”

Robert D. Shelton, Owner and Operator of Tri-County Transmission and Complete Auto Repair is the “man with and on a mission”. His mission; To Provide Quality Prompt Professional Service, in a hometown atmosphere; at prices that won’t break the bank. This mission to break out on his own can be attributed to a previous job working for a company that he felt had misconstrued values. He knew that there were honest dollars to be made and thus set his mind to doing this very thing; start his own business.

First step, find someone willing to give him the opportunity. Robert found this in Luther Drummond. He was someone with the kindness and faith in him that allowed for the funds to be secured and so started Robert on his way to building Tri-County Transmission, the first Napa Auto Care Center in the area. Second step, buy the land to build on and begin building. These things were seen to and accomplished in 1986 and 1987. Third step, open for business. In 1988 Robert saw his vision turned reality as Tri-County Transmission opened its garage doors to the public.

Robert’s education and credentials (certifications) in his field are impressive and expansive. In 1983 at the age of 23 he graduated from the Tampa Technical Institute with an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Computer Engineer Technology. Due to his dedication at keeping himself adept in his craft he also some year’s later attended Santa Fe Community College and graduated in 2004 with an Associate of Applied Science Degree in the field of Automotive Service Management Technology. His credentials/certifications include being one of the only ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Master Certified-Advance Level Specialist in the area. Also under his “mechanical tool belt” are Service Consultant and Master Automobile Technician. In April 2012, Robert re-certified all credentials and certifications as stated in his accomplishments. Running a business, especially a successful one cannot be done alone. So with the help of his extremely capable staff and the help and experience of Reggie Horton his Service Manager,

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Tri-County runs like a “well oiled engine”. Reggie Horton’s experience is certainly noteworthy. He was a Ford Master Tech and has some 27 years of experience as a Service Director. Through working with Tri-County Transmission and with Robert, Reggie has found where he belongs.

Tri-County Transmission and Complete Auto Repair received a medallion from ASE for 25+ Years for EXCELLENCE, COMMITMENT and PROFESSIONALISM. Topping off the job like putting on a new oil filter, Tri-County is an environmentally friendly business using Safety-Kleen Environmental Services. When you come in for your car service needs; whether waiting outside at the picnic table under the giant shade tree or in the 3 C’s waiting room ( Clean, Climate Controlled and Comfortable ), you the customer know that “You Come First”.

Robert is not all business though; he is also a family man. He graduated from Chiefland High School in 1979 and married his High School sweetheart Jenelle the very same year. They have now been married for 33 years and are blessed with their two daughters, Kimberly and Kellie and a grandson; Mason Robert who shares his grandpa’s namesake.

Family Man, Master Mechanic, Honest Successful Businessman; Robert D. Shelton.

Address: 15565 NW Highway 19 Chiefland, FL 32626 Hours of Operation: Monday thru Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pmPhone: (352) 493-4531 Email:[email protected]

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AND...That's right, there is now an AND in addition to

the existing "Yum Yum" menu of ice cream cones, scoops, sundaes and shakes.

Whether you are here making new memories or are longing for the nostalgia and memories of first dates at the local soda fountain shop; those flavors are now available in an old fashion soda and/or as a float by adding in a scoop of delicious Working Cow Ice cream at YUM YUM Ice Cream Shoppe.

Taste the sodas and ice cream floats made the way your great grandparents, grandparents or parents grew up with at their favorite Ice cream and soda shop. While you wait in the fun family atmosphere, take a look at the pictures covering the walls of the countless faces enjoying and immersed in their chosen delight.

Grab the kids, grab the parents, grab the whole family and head to Yum Yum's; your local favorite ice cream shoppe "with a new twist".

313 South Main Street Chiefland, FL 32626 Ph: (352) 490-9523 Tues–Sun 1pm-9pm

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Outward Bound for Veterans, helps returning service members and recent veterans re-adjust to life at home through powerful wilderness courses that draw on the healing benefit of teamwork and challenge through use of the natural world. Veterans programs are designed to be exhilarating, challenging, and rewarding. We make the most of the organizational and teamwork skills which veterans have learned in the military to move groups of 10-12 participants straight into the field. Outward Bound’s first courses for veterans were established through collaboration with Veterans Administration Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) units to serve Vietnam War veterans. Outward Bound renewed the program in 2006 to serve Iraq and Afghanistan veterans, running one such course each year. The 2006 and 2007 courses both received overwhelmingly positive evaluations. Based on this success, in 2008 Outward Bound received a three-year, $4.3 million grant from Military Family Outdoor Initiative Project (MFO). With this grant and additional support from the federal government and others, we have increased the number of veterans served from 13 in 2007 to 1,400 in 2010. Outward Bound for Veterans programs...•build a supportive community with other war veterans; •facilitate genuine discussions on readjustment and transition challenges; •re-energize and reinvigorate spirits through adventures and challenges in a beautiful natural environment; •reduce the feeling of isolation; •provide the opportunity to bond with comrades outside of the typical military structure; •transfer veterans’ military values and experiences to civilian life so that Veterans are prepared to serve their stateside communities.All programs, including travel to and from the course areas from anywhere in the continental US, are fully funded through the generous support of a network of partners, sponsors and donors. Participating veterans only need to provide day-to-day clothing and footwear.

To find out about a Veterans wilderness course or to enroll, contact: 910 Jackson St., Golden, CO 80401 Phone: 866-467-7651 or 720-497-2340 Fax: 720-497-2421 [email protected]

Outward Bound for Veterans


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LIFE DOESN’T STAND STILL AND NEITHER SHOULD YOUR INVESTMENTS.

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Yum Yum Ice Cream Shoppe 313 South Main Street Chiefland, FL 32626 (352) 490-9523 Tuesday–Sunday1pm-9pm

NEW! OLD FASHIONED SODA FOUNTAIN DRINKS - Waffle Cones & Bowls made fresh daily. - Monthly Specials - Coffee - Hot Chocolate - Apple Cider- Shakes & Malts - We carry 44 different flavors of Hand-Dipped Working Cow Homemade Ice Cream. There are always new flavors to keep your pallet excited, Come on in and find your favorite! Free Wi-fi

WHO’S YOUR FAVORITE PERSON?In 100 words or less tell us who your favorite person is and why they are so special. The writings will be entered Into a drawing. Please include your contact info. the Winner will receive a Gift Certificate for 2 to a restaurant, to show that special someone you care. The winning piece will be featured in the Summer Issue 2012.

Please send by mail to PO Box 96 Chiefland, FL 32644 or email to [email protected] by May 31st to be qualified for the entry. Happy Writing and good luck!


Avocados add a fancy touch to mealtime without breaking our budgets. Their rich, creamy flavor and versatility, combined with their healthy benefits, makes AvocadoTequila Salad a winner all the way around!

Ingredients: 2 fully ripened avocados, halved, peeled and diced1 cup diced tomatoes2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro1 tablespoon lime juice1 tablespoon tequila (optional)1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions:In a medium bowl, combine avocados, tomatoes, cilantro, lime juice, tequila (if desired) and salt; toss gently. Cover surface with plastic wrap; chill until ready to serve.Makes about 3 cups salad.

Note: If you’d like, serve this salad in stemmed glasses rimmed with coarse salt and garnished with lime wedges and cilantro sprigs, or spoon into aserving bowl and serve with chips, and slices of jicama and bell peppers.

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There are plenty of parks around and its fun for children and adults. When was the last time you were on a swing or slid down a slide? It is also an opportunity for parents to meet one another and make friends while their children play and burn up energy. Parents can interact with other parents while their kids play with children their own ages. It often leads to lasting friendships between children and parents.

County Parks

Tri-County Area : Henry Beck : Gulf Hammock (352) 486-5326/ Shell Mound: Cedar Key(352) 221-4466/Blue Springs: Bronson (352) 486-3303 Bird Creek: Yankeetown (352) 486-5127

Alachua: Cynthia Moore Chestnut Park & Clark Butler Nature Preserve (352)-374-5245/Grove(352)-374-5245/ Kanapaha Botanical Gardens (352)372-4981/ Lochloosa 352-374-5245/ M. K. Rawlings 352-374-5245/ Monteocha Park 352-374-5245/ Owen-Illinois 352-374-5245/ Poe Springs 352-374-5245/ Santa Fe Lake 352-374-5245/ Squirrel Ridge 352-374-5245/ Watermelon Pond 352-374-5245

Citrus: Cooter Pond Park: (352) 726-3913/ Liberty Park: (352) 726-3913/ Whispering Pines Park: (352) 726-3913/ Withlacoochee State Trail: (352) 726-2251

Columbia: Alligator Lake Recreation Area: (386) 719-7545/ Falling Creek Falls: (386) 719-7545/ Five Points Park: (386) 719-7545/ Bethlehem Park: (386) 438-4340

Marion : Baseline Road Trailhead: (352) 671-8560/ Blue Run of Dunnellon Park: (352) 671-8560/ Brick City Adventure Park: (352) 671-8560/ Carney Island Recreation & Conservation Area: (352) 671-8560/ Chatmire Community Park: (352) 671-8560

Coehadjoe Park: (352) 671-8560/ Flemington Community Park: (352) 671-8560/ Horseshoe Lake Park & Retreat: (352) 671-8560/ Ocklawaha Community Park: (352) 671-8560/ Veteran’s Memorial Park: (352) 401-5346/ Wrigley Fields: (352) 671-8560

Local Parks... Where You Live


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Trenton Animal Hospital

603 N Main Street, Trenton Fl

Mon - Fri 7:30 am-6:00 pm Sat. 8:00-12:00 pm

(352) 463-7100(352) 463-7100Allison Hiers, D.V.M. Carey Bailey, D.V.M. Cassidy Rist, D.V.M.

Senior citizen and multiple pet discounts. Finance plans available through Care Credit

Affordable Vaccine/Wellness Packages - Low Cost Spay and Neuter ProgramDigital Radiography and Ultrasound - Complete Laboratory & Surgical Facility

Spacious Boarding Kennel - Professional Grooming Acupuncture & Physical Therapy

The TRUTH about Heartworm DiseaseTRUE or FALSE… Heartworm Disease is rare. FALSE! A recent study showed that 1 in 3 dogs not on monthly heartworm prevention in North Florida had heartworm disease!TRUE or FALSE… Only dogs gets heartworm disease. FALSE! Cats and dogs both get heartworm disease...even if they are “inside” animals.TRUE or FALSE… Animals contract heartworms by mosquito bites. TRUE! TRUE or FALSE… It is expensive to prevent heartworm disease. FALSE! An annual blood test for only $15-25 is needed and medicine to prevent heartworm disease (as well as intestinal worms) is only dollars a month.TRUE or FALSE… “My animal is acting perfectly healthy so he/she can’t have heartworms!” FALSE! Most animals that have heartworms show no clinical signs like coughing until they are in the end-stages of heart, lung and/or liver failure. The first sign a cat can show is sudden death.TRUE or FALSE… It is very expensive to treat heartworm disease. TRUE AND FALSE!… The ideal way to treat heartworm disease is with a series of injections that kills all living worms in the animal; this method is safe but can be expensive for large dogs. However, another less expensive and safe method is available to clear heartworm disease that costs less than $10 a month.

Please feel free to call our clinic with any further questions! Mention this article and receive $10 off Heartworm Testing, April-June 2012


March 24 - May 6MODERN IMPRESSIONS: 20th Century Prints from the Appleton Collection Showcased are 35 abstract and figurative works by some of the most important names in 20th century art including Dali, Miro, Calder, Rauschenberg and Rosenquist. Contact: Appleton Museum of ArtPh: 352-291-4455

April 13thWild Beast Feastat the Gilchrist County FFA Arena on US Hwy 129 between Bell and Trenton. Tickets available at: Gilchrist Courthouse, Gilchrist Journal, Chamber of Commerce and All Local Banks. Ph: 352-463-3467

April 21stHorseshoe Beach Spring Festival10AM - 4PM, Main Street. Live band, parade at 10:30AM. Contact Ph: 352-498-2662

April 21st Spring into Fun eventOtter Spring Park & CampgroundA fun, interactive way to learn about the variety of activities and resources available in the Tri-County area. Free park admission!! Free door prizes!! Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Contact Ph: 352-463-0800

April 21st Kayak Fishing Tournament in Yankeetown. Anglers will target the waters of the Withlacoochee River and the Withlacoochee Bay in a fun, conservation-oriented, catch-photo-release format. Fishing will begin at safe light on April 21. For info contact Donna Norton Ph: 352-564-0315

April 21stCycle for Education on the Nature Coast Greenway Trail Contact Ph: 352-463-3467

April 22nd Earth Day Scavenger HuntFanning Springs State Park will host a Scavenger hunt throughout the park Contact Ph: 352-493-6072

April 28thHealthy Kids, Healthy Families Day at Marion County Family YMCA contact:http://www.centralfloridaymca.org

April 28 - May 1331st Annual 6th Congressional District Art Competition - Art produced by area high school students will be showcased The winning artwork will be displayed in the nation’s Capitol for one year along with the first-place entries from other districts around the country. Contact Appleton Museum of Art Ph: 352-291-4455

May 5th- May 6thCedar Key Small Boat MeetIt is completely informal. All shallow draft boats are welcome: canoes & kayaks, catboats & catamarans; trimarans, rowboats & sailing dinghies; scows, sharpies & sampans; punts, pirogues, prams---& pirates’ yawlboats. Over the last 26 years the water temperature is in the upper 70s. For info call the Cedar Key Chamber of Commerce Ph: 352-543-5600

May 11th Hearing Health Event7800 Gulf-to-Lake Highway Crystal River, Fl. 34429Ph: 352-795-5700

June 2ndWatermelon Festival in ChieflandThe celebration includes a seed spitting contest, parade, free watermelon, and a King & Queen Contest. It also features Arts & Crafts by local artists. Contact Rebecca Mack Ph: 352-493-9653

Community Calendar of Events

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Florida Flowers - Milkweed

Milkweed (Scarlet Milkweed, Tropical Milkweed, Mexican Milkweed, Blood flower or Silkweed) is a group of plants named for their milky sap. They’re an important nectar source for bees and other insects, and serve as host plants for certain butterflies. Of the many milkweed species that grow in Florida, two are often used in butterfly gardens. It has bunches of orange, yellow, and red tubular flowers. It’s a larval food plant for the monarch, queen, and soldier butterflies, and a nectar plant for many others. Milkweeds are toxic. The narrow leaf species are more toxic than their broad leaf counterparts, but all species are toxic to some degree. The entire plant is toxic, both fresh and when it is dried. It is essential to make sure that none of these plants make it into your hay, as they often grow along the edges of fields, including hay fields. It blooms during much of the year and reseeds freely. Both plants are sure to attract beautiful butterflies to your garden.


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OLD FLORIDA CELEBRATION OF THE ARTS

April 28 & 29, 2012 ~ Free Admission Juried Fine Arts Festival Featuring 125 Artists

Live Music - Fresh Seafood

For more information visit www.CedarKeyArtsFestival.com

CEDAR KEY IS LOCATED ON BEAUTIFUL NATURE COAST 50 MILES SW OF

GAINESVILLE ON SR 24

ÔSun ÞreÕ by artist Robert Goodlett

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John PcPherson P.A., Brant & Susan Helvenston, Tidewater Tours, Dog Island Clams, Cedar Key Market, Cedar Keyhole, Cedar Key Beacon, and Island Arts.

Special Thanks to the following Sponsors:

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