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Tioga Town Center to Host Second Annual “Tioga Town Fair” benefi ting the Sebastian Ferrero Foundation! Old fashioned carnival fun with games, prizes, bounce houses, petting zoo, face painting, music, great food and much more! The Second Annual “Tioga Town Fair” will be on Saturday, September 12, 2009 from 4P.M. until 8P.M. in the Tioga Town Center. “Kids of all ages will enjoy many exciting activities, including games, prizes, great food and music,” said Grace Lambert Horvath, director of marketing and leasing. “Tioga Town Center is dedicated to being a convenient

and fun destination for the families of our community.” The annual twilight fair benefi ting the Sebastian Ferrero Foundation promises to be fun for the entire family with entertaining fair activities including: bounce houses, a giant slip & slide, obstacle courses, a rock climbing wall, petting zoo, face painting, hair fairy and nail art, carnival games such as dunking booth, ring tosses, sand digs, pastry eating contest and relay races. Enjoy favorite fair foods including corn dogs, cheeseburgers, sandwiches, chicken strips and fries, snow cones, popcorn and boiled peanuts and much more.Discounted admission bracelets for unlimited fun for the kids

are available now for advance purchase at all Tioga Town Center merchants and online at www.sebastianferrero.org: $8 for under 5, $12 for 5 & over and adults are FREE. (*Admission bracelets at the event are $10 for under 5 and $15 for 5 & over.) Proceeds of this fun family event will support the mission of the Sebastian Ferrero Foundation to bring a full service children’s hospital to Gainesville while promoting excellence in patient safety and care. “This event is a very exciting one for us to see all the children of our community having fun while supporting the Foundation,” said founders Luisa and Horst Ferrero. About the Sebastian Ferrero Foundation:

The Sebastian Ferrero Foundation was created by Horst and Luisa Ferrero in November 2007 to honor the memory of their happy and healthy three-year-old son, Sebastian, who died in October 2007 as a result of a series of preventable medical errors in Gainesville, Florida. The mission of the Sebastian Ferrero Foundation is to advocate and fundraise for a state-of-the-art, full service children’s hospital in Gainesville, Florida while promoting excellence in patient safety and insuring that all families are treated with compassion, courtesy and dignity. In (continued on page 6)

Tioga Town Fair

Would you like to spend an evening chatting with local artisans, seeing their crafts? What if you could win a raffl e with a $150 prize? Come down to the Uptown Art Hop on September 11th! Located in Thornebrook Village, The Market Place and Millhopper Square, all in Gainesville, the Uptown Art Hop is a merchant event that allows attendees to ‘hop’ from place to place, and enjoy an evening of fun, art, and refreshments. There will be a charity raffl e benefi tting Florida’s Eden’s One Region One Book program, and the prize is $150 in gift certifi cates valid at any participating location. Come, buy some raffl e tickets for a great cause! The Florida Eden program supplies books on water management to our schools, to help to educate our children on the importance of

environmental protection. Some of the participating vendors are Gifts of Avalon, Alternatives Global Marketplace, D’lites Emporium, Hanks Yarn and Fiber, Lost Art Gallery, Paddiwhack, Thornebrook Gallery, and many more. We have a very rich community in the arts, and it’s time to show some of that talent off. The event runs from 6pm to 9pm on Friday, September 11, 2009. Each participating vendor will have their shop open late to welcome visitors to see their wares and chat with featured artists. When your feet are tired, you can stop in for dinner at Leonardo’s Pizza, Chopstix Bistro, or The Flying Biscuit. Gifts of Avalon will feature two local artists, Holly Merton and Christy Nicholas. They have both jewelry and photography

to display, and participate in art shows around the area. To see more of their work, please visit www.HMertonStudios.com and www.GreenDragonArtist.com.To get more information and a full list of participating merchants, please visit www.uptownarthop.com.

INDEX:*A Better You..........16*Arts & Crafts.........14*Emergency Numbers................20*Family Fun..............6*Food Review...........3*Games.....................2*Kid’s Corner............8*Message from Michelle..................3*Sports ...................12*Nightlife................18*Volunteering............9

Join us at the Uptown Art Hop! -Christy Nicholas

September 2009 All Around Alachua Issue 1, Vol. 1,

We are a brand new newspaper made up of two best friends that work great together. Together we are a force to be reckoned with. Our goal is to be the best event paper in Florida. We are two women that say what we want and what we feel needs to be said. We rarely hold back. We intend to provide you with events all over Alachua County, as well as stories and information about places in Alachua County. We believe there is so much out there that most people do not know about. There are family oriented events happening all over Alachua County that are cheap (and sometimes free) but go unnoticed by most. We strive to be the best. The only way to become the best is to listen to what the public has to say. If you ever have comments or events you know about you

would like to share please let us know. Visit our website and send us an email!! If you have a story related to a particular event or happening in Alachua County send it to us!!! We will be more than happy to read through it all.I would like to take this time to introduce our team.

Michelle Wescott – Owner/Editor/Head Ad Sales for High Springs, Alachua, Waldo, portions of Gainesville Victoria Masters – Graphics Artist/Co-Editor/Layout and Design Jason Nicholas – Ad Sales for Newberry, Jonesville, Micanopy and Gainesville Chris Chavers – Ad Sales We want to thank everyone in advance for your support in making this the best events paper around!

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Have you ever been in a car accident? If not, here are some tips: Don’t leave the scene of the accident. Stay there. And do not walk around too much- you may be injured internally and not even know it. Also, do not accept a ride from someone who wants to take you from the scene. They are generally wrong and need to just stay with you at the scene of the accident. On-lookers, do not attempt to

take people from the scene of the accident. Call 911 and then stay with them. Keep them company and try and calm them down. Make them aware help is on its way. In conclusion, always wear your seatbelt, remain calm, never leave the scene and once you are safely away from the damaged vehicle sit down as you may be injured more than you thought.

Message from Michelle:

Alachua County has a lot to offer its residents. Fine schools, country living, easy access to a major highway, decent shopping, all these things and more give our county a reputation for being a good place to live. The same is true with eating in our county. There is any number of places to go to get your fi ll of a dizzying variety of cuisines. Good wholesome country food, fi ne dining fare, any number of distinct ethnic foods, all are just a short hop, skip, or jump away from any where you are in Alachua

County. It’s just a matter of fi nding the gems in the treasure pile. That’s what I hope to help you, our reader, to fi nd that gem in amongst the treasure pile that is dining in Alachua County. I give you the fi rst installment of Belly Up.The Fatman’s favorite: Italian American Cuisine. I will admit- I have a weakness for Italian American fare. After all, I was brought up on it. This particular cuisine is responsible for me being the Fatman. Our county has a lot to offer in the way of Italian cuisine, there are corporate franchise affairs, hole-in-the-wall pizza joints, and family restaurants. One place in particular shines the brightest and has earned a special place in the heart of the Fatman. Pomodoro Café, located in North West Gainesville (9200 NW 39TH AVE), is a family restaurant offering a fi ne range of authentic Italian cuisine.

The atmosphere: There is one thing that can turn a fi nely prepared meal in to a “meh” experience. The atmosphere of the dining room can be off. Too dark and you can’t see what you’re eating. Music blaring so loud that you can’t hear your dining partner talk, let alone what dish the waitress is describing. Many elements contribute to a diner’s experience with a meal. Atmosphere is one. The atmosphere at Pomodoro Cafe doesn’t detract from the dining experience at all. Matter of fact, it greatly enhances your dining experience. The lighting levels are good enough that you can tell that what is on your plate is what you ordered. The music is appropriate to the cuisine at hand and is at a decibel level where you can hear yourself think and what your waitress is describing. The musical selection is, in particular, nostalgic Italian American favorites. Everything from old Italian love songs and traditional

music to crooners such as Dean Martin and the Chairman of the Board himself, Frank Sinatra. There are beautiful fresco style paintings of a Mediterranean-style village on the walls as well as an arched ceiling with a sunny sky and some wispy clouds painted on it. A nicely planned layout with comfortable seating is the norm at Pomodoro Cafe. This is especially important for the “large and in charge” crowd such as the Fatman himself!The menu: The menu is diverse with offerings for every palate and price range. There are lots of appetizers ranging from fried calamari, to traditional antipasto. The dinner menu is excellent with all your favorite Italian staples such as pasta with a variety of sauces, pizzas, hot and cold subs, classic dishes such as Veal Marsala, and chef’s specials of the day that puts one’s juices fl owing. Pomodoro Cafe offers a decent wine list for a local place and has a selection that compliments various dishes

Belly Up-The Fatman’s guide to good eats.

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and palates. I prefer a strong red Chianti with most of my Italian meals and Pomodoro’s doesn’t disappoint, much to the dismay of my wife who describes my favorite type of wine as “Italian feet juice”- she prefers light sweet wines. The desert menu is great with all your favorites including cheese cake, cannoli, tiramisu, and even Italian wedding cake.The Fatman’s visit: I went to Pomodoro Cafe hungry. I knew that the owner, Paulie as I call him, would be sure to have his crew satisfy the Fatman’s appetite for good food at a decent price. The wait staff is very friendly yet still professional. Within a few moments, I was seated and my drink order was taken. Very soon after, my wine arrived along with a loaf of hot freshly baked bread and some dipping sauce to whet my appetite. The bread is a real treat, with garlic and sun dried tomato baked in. My meal order consisted of the Cioppino as an appetizer, the grilled rib-eye steak as a main

and for dessert an old Sicilian favorite: the cannoli. After a few minutes of enjoyment with hot bread and a dipping sauce of balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil, my appetizer arrived. Cioppino is a stew like concoction of Salmon, clams, mussels, scallops, and shrimp that is sautéed in white wine sauce then lobster broth and marinara are added with fresh garlic slices. This dish is, in a word, orgasmic. The shellfi sh is the best quality and cooked to perfection. The broth is slightly spicy and has the distinct fl avor of the sea and its yummy inhabitants. Within moments of fi nishing my cioppino, my main course arrived. I had ordered the grilled rib-eye with roasted potatoes. This dish is an Italian American favorite. The meat is grade-A beef cut to perfection with just the right amount of marbled fat within the fl esh to make the steak juicy and fl avorful. Grilled to a perfect medium rare by the cook and

smothered in a concoction of fresh red bell peppers, onions, garlic and mushrooms, sautéed in a stock with wine, butter and tomato sauce. If you are like me, an avid lover of all things meaty delicious, and unhealthy, you will love this dish. The potatoes were roasted in olive oil and spices and added a nice earthy touch to the dish. Every great meal deserves a great fi nish. This one is no exception and Paulie’s crew did not disappoint. I’m a big fan of desserts. My waist line will attest to that. I chose an old Sicilian favorite: The humble and ever-so delicious cannoli. No dessert stands alone and there is always a beverage that compliments and enhances the experience of dessert. This time the beverage is coffee. The cannolis here are about the best you can get this side of Brooklyn. The sweet creamy mascarpone inside a crunchy pastry tube baked to

perfection is an epic conclusion to a very good meal. The only detraction was my waitress, bless her heart; she accidently dumped my coffee while serving it. No worries though as the mess was promptly cleaned up and another piping hot cup was brought my way. Paulie was most apologetic and offered to “comp” me the dessert.The score board: 0 - 5 gemsAtmosphere: 4 gemsFood: 4.5 gemsPrice: 3.5 gemsService: 4 gemsOverall score: 4 gemsPomodoro Cafe is a True gem in our treasure pile. I highly recommend it to you the reader as the place in Alachua County to go for great family dining with an Italian theme. Tell our friend Paulie that the Fatman sent you. Until next issue: Ciao- and don’t forget to Belly Up!

Photo courtesy of Pomodoro Cafe http://pomodorocafe.com

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Fun Facts About SeptemberThe Month of September Celebrates:Baby Safety MonthBetter Breakfast MonthCable TV MonthChildren’s Eye Health and Safety MonthClassical Music Month

Library Card Sign-Up MonthNational Chicken MonthNational Courtesy MonthNational Honey MonthNational Piano MonthNational Rice MonthNational School Success MonthNational Sewing MonthRead-A-New-Book MonthWomen of Achievement Month

The Weeks of September Celebrate:1st Week:Child Injury Prevention Week2nd Week: International Housekeepers Week3rd Week: National Child Care WeekNational Farm Animals Awareness WeekNational Flower Week

4th Week: Equal Parents’ WeekNational Dog WeekNational Roller Skating Week


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2008, the University of Florida Center for Leadership and Service awarded the Foundation as the “Most Outstanding Community Agency.” The Foundation also received the Institute of Safe Medication Practices’ national “Cheers Award”, in recognition of the Foundation having set a superlative standard of excellence in the prevention of medication errors and adverse drug events.

Tioga Town Center is a mixed-use center designed to combine urban style with small town charm. Opened in 2004, Tioga Town Center—at completion—will be a 300,000 square-foot livable community, featuring pedestrian-friendly streetscapes and open-air gathering spaces for the entire family with a growing list of unique and convenient retail, dining and professional tenants. Tioga Town Center regularly provides an ideal venue for art

festivals, music, and regular community & family events. As part of the community that was awarded the prestigious residential award, “Best in American Living Smart Growth Community” by the National Association of Homebuilders, Tioga Town Center is committed to being the lead destination for work and play in Alachua County. Visit www.TiogaTownCenter.com for more information.CONTACT: Linda Michalisin of Frankel Media Group +1-352-331-5558, http://www.frankelmedia.com

Boys and Girls Club- Laura JavidiWhat role does the Club play in the community? In these tough times, the Club is truly supporting the entire family. While parents are worried about making ends meet and keeping their jobs, they can still rely on the Club to ensure their children are in a safe environment and not left alone at home. As you can imagine, the Club has been very busy. We serve hundreds of children each and every day and some 4,000 kids each year. Can you imagine what all those families would do if they did not have such a place to take their kids? At times like this, the Boys & Girls Club is needed more than ever. What is the Club’s impact on kids, families and communities? Our kids have a fun place to go every day after school. When they are at the Club, it doesn’t matter if their parents have a job or not. It doesn’t

matter if they don’t have a computer. It doesn’t matter if they are not wearing designer clothes. All that matters is there are professional staff who care about them and provide programs that are fun and build good character along the way. If you are a parent struggling to pay the gas bill or buy groceries, there is one thing you can count on: that your child is being well taken care of at the Club. Our community is fortunate to have an organization such as this - one providing quality programs to every child regardless of their fi nancial background. The four Boys & Girls Club of Alachua County units are community-based organizations that provide young people with fun, safe, and constructive environments after school and during the summer. As described below, the Club addresses multiple of the Preferred Program Components outlined in the guidance document for Children and Families including After

School, Summer and Mentoring Activities, Prevention and Intervention programs, Education & Literacy programs, and Parenting sessions through our GPTTO Gang prevention program. The Club partners with many local agencies to implement the programs listed above. Among them are several local law enforcement agencies, including the teen court and Probation Department. Many of our youth visit and serve at teen court as part of FAME and GPTTO programs and several of our teens are referred by the Probation offi cers. The Gainesville Police Department (GPD) and Alachua County Sherriff’s Offi ce (ASO) offi cers visit schools and program locations, and target neighborhoods on a regular basis to increase positive interaction with youth. The offi cers make ongoing referrals to our programs. The School Board of Alachua County provides referrals to the Project Learn, FAME and GPTTO programs

Free Friday Concerts-Michelle Wescott Did you know there are free concerts on Fridays at the Gainesville Downtown Community Plaza? They starts at 8p.m. and go until 10p.m. They run every Friday from May until October. It is free to the public- just bring your

blanket to toss on the ground or your lawn chair to sit back and listen to the wonderful sounds! Bring your picnic basket and your family and have a very affordable, pleasant night out with your family. The Plaza is located on the corner of SE 1st St. and E. University Ave. in historic downtown Gainesville.

I want to say it is a wonderful evening out and just a word to the wise- bring the bug spray!

Some of the featured artists for September are: Velveeta Underground (Folk / Rock), Patchwork (Folk / Acoustic / Bluegrass), Leadon Family Band (Bluegrass / Country Rock / Acoustic), Quartermoon (Folk Rock / Cosmic Americana).

FAMILY FUN

Family Events Locations

Alachua County Library Headquarters401 E Univ. AveGainesville, Fl352-334-3900Alachua Library 14913 NW 140th StAlachua, FL386-462-2592Archer Library204 N Univ. AveArcher, Fl352-495-3367Birth Center of Gainesville810 E Univ. Ave Gainesville, Fl352-372-4784Community Plaza 111 E Univ. AveGainesville, Fl352-334-5064Haile Golf & Country Club9905 SW 44th AveGainesville, Fl352-335-0055Harn Museum of Art34th & Hull RdGainesville, Fl352-392-9826Hawthorne Library6640 SE 221st StHawthorne, FL (352) 481-1920High Springs Library

1st Ave High Springs, FL(386) 454-2515Library Partnership 1130 NE 16th AveGainesville, Fl(352) 334-0160Micanopy LibraryCholokka BlvdMicanopy, FL352-466-3122Millhopper Library3145 NW 43rd StGainesville, FL352-334-1272Natural History MuseumMuseum Rd & Newell DrGainesville, Fl352-392-1721Newberry Library110 S Seaboard Dr Newberry, FL (352) 472-1135Tioga Town Center105 SW 128th St # 200Newberry, FL352-333-3009Tower Branch Library3020 SW 75th St Gainesville, FL (352) 333-2840Waldo Flea Market17805 NE US HWY 301 Waldo, Fl352-468-2255

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September 2009 All Around Alachua Issue 1, Vol. 1, Family Oriented Events September 2009 Family Oriented Events

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1

NEWBORN MOMMY & ME - Birth Center of Gainesville Play Time 1:00 PM PRINCE & PRINCESS PARTY Library Headquarters 10:30 AM PRESCHOOL STORYTIME High Springs Library 11:00 AM

2 PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Newberry Library & Micanopy Library 11:00 AM

3 PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Alachua Library 11:00 AM HEALTHY FAMILIES The Library Partnership Playgroup 1:30 PM

4 TOT TIME The Harn Museum 11:00 AM FANTASTIC FRIDAY Downtown High Springs 6:00 PM FREE CONCERT GAINESVILLE Community Plaza 8:00 PM Velveeta Underground

5 WALDO FARMERS & FLEA MARKET 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

6 WALDO FARMERS & FLEA MARKET 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

7 8 NEWBORN MOMMY & ME - Birth Center of Gainesville Play Time 1:00 PM PRESCHOOL STORYTIME High Springs Library & Tower Branch Library 11:00 AM PAJAMA PARTY Preschool Storytime Tower Road Library 7:00 PM

9 STORYTIME Archer Branch Library 10:30 AM PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Newberry Library & Micanopy Library 11:00 AM

10 PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Alachua Library & The Library Partnership 11:00 AM HEALTHY FAMILIES The Library Partnership Playgroup 1:30 PM THEATRE & DRAMA CLUB The Library Partnership 2:30 PM

11 FREE CONCERT GAINESVILLE Community Plaza 8:00PM Patchwork

12 OVERNIGHT AT THE MUSEUM Florida Natural History Museum 7:00 PM TIOGA TOWN FAIR Tioga Town Center (benefitting Sebastian Ferrero Foundation) 4:00 PM

13 WALDO FARMERS & FLEA MARKET Street Fighter Tournament Building C 2:00 PM - close KINDERMUSIK “We’re a musical Family” Millhopper Branch Library 12:00 PM

14 HEALTHY FAMILIES The Library Partnership Playgroup 9:30 AM CHILDREN’S BOOK TO MOVIES Monday Movie Matinee Tower Branch Library 3:30 PM CRAFTY CLIQUE Newberry Library (ALL AGES) 5:30 PM

15 NEWBORN MOMMY & ME - Birth Center of Gainesville Play Time 1:00 PM CUENTOS LATINOAMERICANOS. Library Headquarters 10:30 AM PRESCHOOL STORYTIME High Springs Library 11:00 AM

16 PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Newberry Library & Micanopy Library 11:00 AM KIDS DISCOVERY What’s That Noise? Alachua Branch Library 2:30 PM SAFETY NET Computers Hawthorne Branch Library - 3:30 PM

17 PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Alachua Library 11:00 AM HEALTHY FAMILIES The Library Partnership Playgroup 1:30 PM PIRATE PARTY 3:00 PMThe Library Headquarters TEEN VIDEO GAMING Tower Road Library 4:00 PM

18 FREE CONCERT GAINESVILLE Community Plaza 8:00 PM Lead on Family Band

19 WALDO FARMERS & FLEA MARKET 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM TEEN MOVIE The Library Partnership (TEENS 13 - 17) 1:00 PM

20 WALDO FARMERS & FLEA MARKET 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM WALDO MOTORCROSS

21 HEALTHY FAMILIES The Library Partnership Playgroup 9:30 AM SIGN LANGUAGE The Library Headquarters 10:30 AM HAWTHORNE READING CIRCLE Hawthorne Branch Library 11:00 AM MUSICAL MONDAYS Tonewood Family Music. Tower Branch Library 3:30 PM CRAFTY CLIQUE Newberry Library (ALL AGES) 5:30 PM

22 SESAME STREET LIVE O’Connell Center 10:30 AM- 12:00 PM PRESCHOOL STORYTIME High Springs Library & Tower Branch Library 11:00 AM TEENS WII Alachua Library 2:00 PM PAJAMA PARTY Preschool Storytime Tower Road Library 7:00 PM

23. SIGN LANGUAGE BASICS Library Headquarters 10:30 AM STORYTIME Archer Branch Library 10:30 AM PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Newberry Library & Micanopy Library 11:00 AM CRAFTER’S CIRCLE High Springs Library 1:00 PM

24 PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Alachua Library 11:00 AM HEALTHY FAMILIES The Library Partnership Playgroup 1:30 PM TEEN PS3 GROUP Alachua Branch Library 2:00 PM THEATRE & DRAMA CLUB The Library Partnership 2:30 PM

25 FREE CONCERT GAINESVILLE Community Plaza 8:00 PM Quarter moon

26 KIDS4KIDS TRIATHLON Haile Plantation Golf Club 8:00 AM WALDO FARMERS & FLEA MARKET 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

27 PRIDE PARADE Westside Park 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM WALDO FARMERS & FLEA MARKET 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM STORYTIME Millhopper Branch Library 12:00 PM TEEN GAME DAY Micanopy Branch Library 2:00 PM

28 HEALTHY FAMILIES The Library Partnership Playgroup 9:30 AM SIGN LANGUAGE The Library Headquarters 10:30 AM CREATIVE COOKING Wee Can Cook Tower Road Library 3:30 PM CRAFTY CLIQUE Newberry Library (ALL AGES) 5:30 PM

29 NEWBORN MOMMY & ME - Birth Center of Gainesville Play Time 1:00 PM PRESCHOOL STORYTIME High Springs Library 11:00 AM TEENS WII Alachua Library 2:00PM ZUMBA Library Headquarters 6:00 PM

30 SIGN LANGUAGE BASICS Library Headquarters 10:30 AM PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Newberry Library & Micanopy Library 11:00 AM CRAFTER’S CIRCLE High Springs Library 1:00 PM ZUMBA - 6:00 PM Alachua Branch Library


and distributes information to youth and families; and provides data on grades, attendance, graduation rates and behavior incidents involving program youth. We also partner with other youth-serving organizations, including Big Brothers & Big Sisters, Partnership for Strong Families, the Girls Club, Girl Scouts and the United Way as part of the Education Community Solutions Team. Higher education partners include the Santa Fe Community

College and the University of Florida, with over 1,000 student volunteers attending the Club every year to provide assistance with homework, mentoring and computer training. UF students intern each semester as volunteers in the administration offi ce and help with data collection, grant management, fi ling and fund-raisers. Other collaborators include faith-based organizations and the UF School of Dentistry.

FAMILY FUN- Kid’s Corner

Boys and Girls Club (continued from page 6)

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VOLUNTEERING & FUNDRAISINGPREVIEW FOR OCTOBER:Sebastian Ferrero Foundation to Host 2nd Annual Fundraiser, Noche de Gala

--Special live performances by Broadway ‘Phantom of the Opera’ Sensation, Ted Keegan, UF’s P.K. Younge D.R.S.’s Award Winning Vocal Ensemble, Paso Fino Horse Shows, Exquisite Dining, Silent Auction and much more!

Noche de Gala 2009 promises to be an elegant and fun-fi lled evening benefi ting the Sebastian Ferrero Foundation. The charitable event is scheduled for October 3, from 7 p.m. to midnight, at the spectacular 642-acre Besilu Collection in Micanopy, generously hosted by owners Benjamin and Silvia Leon, Jr. The theme is a Venetian masquerade ball and will feature extravagant live performances by Italian Opera singers along with Broadway sensation, Ted Keegan, who has played the lead role in the Broadway production, “The Phantom of the Opera”, a live

band and dancers, Paso Fino champions horse shows, cigar rolling and exquisite dining. The event, which is black tie with masks encouraged, will also feature a silent auction and exquisite dining by Dean Cacciatore. Keith Watson of Keith Watson Productions is the event producer and has been in charge of all preparations. Last year’s inaugural, sold-out Noche de Gala event generated close to $1 million in sponsorships, ticket sales, silent auction, pledges, in-kind donations, and the founders, Horst and Luisa Ferrero’s dollar for dollar match moving the Foundation a major step closer to reaching its mission: to advocate and fundraise for a state-of-the-art, full-service, children’s hospital in Gainesville, Florida while promoting excellence in patient safety and insuring that all families are treated with compassion, courtesy and dignity.

“To maximize the impact of all contributions raised through this year’s Gala, Luisa

and I have decided to continue our match program, matching dollar for dollar, up to $1 million dollars,” said Founder Horst Ferrero. “The match program is allowing us to dedicate 100% of every dollar donated to support the Foundation’s mission. Our match dollars are paying for the fundraising efforts, such as Noche de Gala, patient safety initiatives, educational programs and all administrative expenses.” The foundation expects to have at least 1,000 guests at this year’s event. For sponsorships, ticket sales and more information, visit www.NocheDeGala.org About the Sebastian Ferrero Foundation The Sebastian Ferrero Foundation was created by Horst and Luisa Ferrero in November 2007 to honor the memory of their happy and healthy three-year-old son, Sebastian, who died in October 2007 as a result of a series of preventable medical errors in Gainesville, Florida. The mission of the Sebastian Ferrero Foundation is to advocate and fundraise for a state-of-the-art, full service children’s hospital in Gainesville, Florida while promoting excellence in patient safety and insuring that all families are treated with

compassion, courtesy and dignity. In 2008, the University of Florida Center for Leadership and Service awarded the Foundation as the “Most Outstanding Community Agency.” The Foundation also received the Institute of Safe Medication Practices’ national “Cheers Award”, in recognition of the Foundation having set a superlative standard of excellence in the prevention of medication errors and adverse drug events. CONTACTS: Linda Michalisin or Ryan Frankel of Frankel Media Group for the Sebastian Ferrero Foundation, +1-352-331-5558, http://www.frankelmedia.comPhotography by Shandon Smith of Lifeprints Photography

Noche de Gala- Sneak Pek for October!


VOLUNTEERING & FUNDRAISING The Alachua County Humane Society located on NW 6th Street in Gainesville has many cute lovable animals up and ready for adoption. They have extended their discounted adoption fees through September! Most cats and kittens have just a $35.00 adoption fee and most dogs over 40 lbs are $50.00. Stop by the Alachua County Humane Society today and fi nd the new member of your family! If you have a full family of pets, you can always spend a few hours volunteering with the animals that are awaiting new homes. The Alachua County Humane Society is built on its volunteer team. You can be hands on in the Cat Room and Dog Den, or help with Public Relations or in the Thrift Shop. Whether you’d like to foster homeless dogs or help people maintain their bond with their animals as part of our Pet Meals on Wheels program, all

of your work goes to help the animals. The Alachua County Humane Society appreciates all the help their volunteers provide and consider them an integral part of their team. They are always looking for responsible volunteers who consider their time here at the Humane Society as a commitment to the animals. Once you apply to volunteer, you will receive information on our volunteer programs at their monthly orientation. Their Volunteer Coordinator will ensure you will have the training and knowledge necessary to complete the job you are responsible for. No matter what you volunteer for, you are ultimately helping save an animal’s life! Come Visit Us! The Alachua County Humane Society is located at 2029 NW 6th Street between NW 16th Ave and NW 23rd Ave.

Alachua County Humane Society

Before you go to donate blood you need to make sure you have not consumed any alcohol, medications, or drugs. You need to get plenty of sleep and make sure not to eat any fatty foods the day before giving blood. This means sticking to eating low fat foods and iron-rich foods before you donate. Make sure to eat a good breakfast so your blood sugar is up. When you go, be sure to bring your ID and a list of any medications you are currently taking, a list of places you have visited outside the United States, and a friend. If your hands or feet are

cold, just ask for a blanket as this could be a sign of a drop in blood pressure. After you donate make sure you eat the snack you are offered to help bring your sugar back up. Take 15 minutes to rest after you donate- you shouldn’t rush right out as you’ve donated blood your body was using just a few minutes before. Make your next meal high in protein such as beef or chicken. Do not do any heavy lifting for the rest of the day; give yourself 16 hours or so to properly heal. Do not exercise for the rest of the day, your body has done enough- let it rest!

Jay’s Hands is a project designed by Do Art, LLC to support the Child Advocacy Center and in honor of the late Dr. Jay Herrington. Dr. Herrington was a founding member of the board of the Child Advocacy Center and was an avid supporter of this nonprofi t organization, dedicated to serving the Alachua County victims of child abuse victims. Jay’s Hand supporters are making ceramic art ornament pieces- by rolling and molding clay, painting the pieces, and then stringing them together to create a beautiful ornament. The ornaments will be hung all around the Gainesville community with messages

about child abuse. The project’s purpose is to bring awareness of the reality of child abuse and also the important work that the Child Advocacy Center performs daily. All profi ts raised from this project go directly to the Child Advocacy Center. Everyone in the community is invited to participate every Tuesday and Thursday (noon – 7p.m.) at Do Art- located in Thornebrook Village.

For more information:Child Advocacy Center, Inc.PO Box 1128Gainesville, FL 32602PH: 352.376.9161Fax: 352.376.9165Email: [email protected]

Jay’s Hands at Do Art

When You Donate Blood…

If you have a volunteering opportunity you want to share with the community, or an upcoming fund-raising event, be sure to email and see it featured here: [email protected]

September 2009 All Around Alachua Issue 1, Vol. 1, Volunteering and Fundraising September 2009 Volunteering and Fundraising


JAY'S HANDS Child Advocacy Center Do Art, Thornebrook Village 2441 NW 43RD ST, Suite 18 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM

2 3 JAY'S HANDS Child Advocacy Center Do Art, Thornebrook Village 2441 NW 43RD ST, Suite 18 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM

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6 7 8 JAY'S HANDS Child Advocacy Center Do Art, Thornebrook Village 2441 NW 43RD ST, Suite 18 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM

9 CALICO JACK'S PRESENTS HOOKED ON HELPING KIDS Child Advocacy Center Fundraiser Calico Jack's, Gainesville 6:00 PM - CLOSE

10 MDA’S ANNUAL EXECUTIVE TELETHON LOCK-UP EVENT Hilton University of Florida Conference Center 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM JAY'S HANDS…

11 12 DWIGHT'S FIGHT AGAINST ALS 5K Courage Walk Haile Village Center 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM www.dwightsfight.org GIANT YARD SALE Gainesville Pet Rescue 5403 SW Archer Road 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

13 14 BLOOD DRIVE COMPETITION "What Colors Do You Bleed?" UF Campus 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

15 BLOOD DRIVE COMPETITION "What Colors Do You Bleed?" UF Campus 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM JAY'S HANDS Child Advocacy Center Do Art, Thornebrook Village 2441 NW 43RD ST, Suite 18 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM

16 BLOOD DRIVE COMPETITION "What Colors Do You Bleed?" UF Campus 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

17 BLOOD DRIVE COMPETITION "What Colors Do You Bleed?" UF Campus 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM ROCK BY THE SEA KICK-OFF PARTY Pediatric Brain Tumor Program Gator's Dockside, Gainesville 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM JAY'S HANDS…

18 BLOOD DRIVE COMPETITION "What Colors Do You Bleed?" UF Campus 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

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20 ROCK THE HOUSE! Historic Smith-Griffin House Rehab Project Thelma Boltin Center, Gainesville 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM



25 SHAKE IT UP COCKTAILS Harn Museum of Art, Gainesville 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM Attend the event free when you become a member.

26 BLOOD DRIVE Rotary Club of Downtown Gainesville 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM KIDS4KIDS TRIATHLON Haile Plantation Golf Club 8:00 AM

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Volunteering Events LocationsChild Advocacy Center2720 NE 20th WayGainesville , Fl352-376-9161Gator Dockside3842 W Newberry RdGainesville, Fl352-338-4445Haile Village Center5100 SW 91st Terr

Gainesville, Fl352-371-1600Hilton University of Florida1714 SW 34th StGainesville, Fl352-371-3600Thelma A Boltin Center516 NE 2nd AveGainesville, Fl352-334-2189Thornebrook Village 2441 NW 43rd StGainesville, Fl352-378-4947

Gainesville Pet Rescue Gainesville Pet Rescue, Inc. is a non-profi t organization that works to match pets and people for a lifetime. All the animals that are rescued and accepted in the program are guaranteed a place to stay, regardless of their length of time in their foster care program. On Saturday, September 12th, Gainesville Pet Rescue is have a gigantic yard sale to benefi t their available pets. Find furniture, pet-related items, dolls, linens, books,

appliances and lots more at their Archer road location.5403 SW Archer Road Gainesville, FL 32608


SPORTS Nate Trenteseaux is passionate about health, fi tness and athleticism. He is a Christian who wants to use his passion for health and fi tness to help others (he helps all people regardless of their religious beliefs). Nate has a Level 1 Youth Fitness Specialist certifi cation through the International Youth Conditioning Association (IYCA) and plans on opening a fi tness-based business in the near future. Nate trains people out of his private garage gym to help them reach their strength, fi tness, health and fat loss goals. He has read hundreds of articles, books and studies on health and fi tness and has more than 15 years of “in the

trenches” experience through trial and error ranging from weight training, Olympic lifting, strength and conditioning, fat loss training and more. He enjoys spending his time helping others on various fi tness forums and through his blog.http://christianathlete.blogspot.com/ Nate has some fat loss basics to share this month.Calories: You need to create a caloric defi cit. There are no two ways about it. You must burn more than you consume. The most effective way to create that defi cit is to use a combination of diet and exercise.Nutrition: Your diet should consist of lean proteins, vegetables,

fruits and healthy fats from olive oil, nuts and fatty fi sh (think salmon). Keep starches and refi ned carbs to a minimum. Keep your fl uid intake high (water only), and try to eat at least 4-5 small meals per day. This will help maintain blood sugar levels and keep you from blowing your diet.Exercise: Interval training and metabolic resistance training will provide the most bang-for-your buck. Steady-state aerobic training just doesn’t burn enough calories for your goals right now, and a body part training split will be less effective than total body training for fat loss. Try to exercise at least six days

per week - three days of interval-based cardio and three days of resistance training.Supplements: There is almost nothing that will make a difference. Sorry. Certain supplements can boost metabolism, or increase your energy somewhat and these may be useful. But in terms of real world “pounds of fat lost,” I have yet to see anything that really made a difference. A multivitamin and a fi sh oil supplement are vital though - but more for your overall health. A protein shake or post-workout shake can be useful for convenience but are nothing more than high-quality food.

It is very important to make sure you stay hydrated during sports this month. There are many easy steps to take be sure you remain hydrated and healthy during the hot Florida sports season. The main thing you can do is drink 8 to 10 glasses of water or Gatorade through the day. You want to drink before, during, and after you workout or play sports. You should drink every 20 minutes or so during sports and exercise. Gatorade is a good sports drink to rehydrate and give you essential vitamins that need to be replaced in your body as you sweat. Another way to stay hydrated is to suck on a Popsicle or two from time to time. Stay away from coffee, colas and other caffeine drinks as they increase the amount you urinate and will make you dehydrate even faster. Try to avoid a high protein diet. Also, be sure to avoid alcohol

including beer and wine when you know you will be out the next day playing sports or exercise. These, as well as caffeine, increase dehydration. Be sure to wear one layer of lightweight light colored clothing when exercising and playing sports. Do not ever exercise in a rubber suit. Signs of mild dehydration include: Thirst, dry skin, Loss of appetite, skin fl ushing, dark colored urine, fatigue/weakness, dry mouth, chills and head rushes. The signs of severe dehydration can include: increased heart rate, respiration, body temperature, decreased sweating, urination, extreme fatigue, muscle cramps, headaches, nausea, vomiting, tingling of the limbs, confusion, chest and abdominal pain, and unconsciousness. If you have or see a friend with any of these symptoms call 911 immediately.

Nate Trenteseaux Training

Ways to Prevent Dehydration During Sports -Michelle Wescott

September 2009 All Around Alachua Issue 1, Vol. 1, Sporting Events September 2009 Sporting Events


JV FOOTBALL GHS vs Santa Fe Gainesville High School 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

2 GHS VOLLEYBALL Lakeview High School 5:00 PM FRESHMAN FOOTBALL Trinity Catholic 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

3 GHS VOLLEYBALL East Hall High School 6:00 PM GHS VARSITY FOOTBALL Trinity VS. GHS Citizen's Field 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM

4 GHS Football 7:30p.m. GHS Volleyball 5p.m. @ Madison County High School

5 GATOR FOOTBALL UF vs. Charleston Southern UF Stadium 7:00 PM

6 7 8 9 GHS VOLLEYBALL Gainesville High School 5:00 PM

10 GHS VOLLEYBALL Gainesville High School 5:00 PM

11 GATOR SOCCER UF vs. Duke James G. Pressly Stadium7:00 PM GHS Volleyball 6p.m. Buford High School

12 GATOR FOOTBALL UF vs. Troy UF Stadium 12:21PM

13 GATOR SOCCER UF vs. Colorado James G. Pressly Stadium 1:00 PM

14 15 GHS VOLLEYBALL Columbia 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

16 GHS VOLLEYBALL P.K. Younge 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

17 18 CROSS COUNTRY Mountain Dew Invitational UF Campus 6:30 PM GATOR SOCCER UF vs. FSU James G. Pressly Stadium7:00 PM GHS Football Gainesville High School 7:30 PM

19 GATOR FOOTBALL UF vs. Tennessee UF Stadium 3:30 PM

20 GATOR SOCCER UF vs. Eastern Kentucky James G. Pressly Stadium 1:00 PM

21 22 GHS VOLLEYBALL Buford High School 6:00 PM

23 GHS VOLLEYBALL Flowery Branch High School 6:00 PM

24 25 GATOR SOCCER UF vs. Kentucky James G. Pressly Stadium7:00 PM GATOR WOMEN’S TENNIS Gator Fall Classic - Day 1Ring Tennis Complex 1:00 PM GATOR VOLLEYBALL UF vs. Mississippi State Stephen C. O'Connell Center 7:00 PM GHS Volleyball 5p.m. @ Gainesville High School

26 GATOR WOMEN’S TENNIS Gator Fall Classic - Day 2 Ring Tennis Complex 1:00 PM ZUMBA PARTY Evolve Pilates & Fitness 11a.m. – 12:30 6450 SW Archer Rd 210 Gainesville, FL (352) 378-7517

27 GATOR SOCCER UF vs. Vanderbilt James G. Pressly Stadium 1:00 PM GATOR WOMEN’S TENNIS Gator Fall Classic - Day 3 Ring Tennis Complex 1:00 PM GATOR VOLLEYBALL UF vs. Alabama Stephen C. O'Connell Center 1:30 PM

28 29 30 GHS Volleyball 6p.m. @ Flowery Branch High School

*For High School Sports please check with the schools for location addresses. You can visit the website at: www.sbac.edu*

Team Sign-Ups The City of High Springs is taking registrations for Adult Co-ed Softball. Teams and individuals are needed, to fi ll the season. The games are hosted at the newly lit Sports Complex. For a limited time, team fees are only $200. Registration forms and team packets are available at High Springs City Hall. For more information, contact Johanne at HSrec@windstream.

net or call 386 454-9620. Don’t wait; there is limited space for teams. The City of High Springs is accepting Registration for fall youth programs, now. The fee for youth programs is $60. There is a $10 DISCOUNT for those that sign up early. Youth Programs offered are: Co-ed Soccer for children 5–16; Girls Volleyball, ages 7-15; Flag Football, ages 4–10; Cheerleading (for Flag

Football) ages 4–10. Registration forms are available at City Hall and at the Recreation Division offi ce (at the Civic Center). For more information, contact Johanne at [email protected] or call 386 454-9620. Don’t wait; there is limited space for teams. Tennis anyone? The City of High Springs Recreation Division is now taking registration for the Adult Tennis

League. It doesn’t matter if you are a beginner or an Ole’ Pro, we will match you up and put you in a schedule. Season begins August 27th. Stop by the High Springs City Hall and sign up today. The fee is only $20. For further information on Tennis or any Recreation, contact Johanne at the High Springs Recreation Division, 454-9620 or email at [email protected].


ARTS & CRAFTSThe College of Fines Arts at UF Presents:Art Exhibit: “Fresh From Chelsea” Art from NYC in various mediums Presented by the UF College of Fine Arts University Galleries Sept. 1 – Dec. 4 University Gallery (400 SW 13th St.), Free Hours: Tues., Wed., Fri., 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Thurs., 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Sat., 1 – 4 p.m.; Sun., Mon., closed Info: (352) 273-3000 School of Music Faculty Kenneth Broadway Presented by the UF College of Fine Arts School of Music Aug. 27, 6 p.m. UF School of Music Room 120 (MUB 120), Free Info: (352) 392-0223Art Exhibit: “Color Play” Artist, Kelly McCafferty Presented by the UF College of Fine Arts University GalleriesAug. 24 – Sept. 18 Focus Gallery, Free

Hours: Mon. -- Fri. 10 a.m. -- 5 p.m., Sat., Sun. & holidays closedInfo: (352) 273-3000Art Lecture: “Then and Now: Changes in South African Photography between the Struggle of the 1980s and the New Millennium.” Michael Godby, SA+AH Harn Eminent Scholar; professor of Art History in the department of Historical Studies at the University of Cape Town, South Africa Presented by the UF College of Fine Arts School of Art + Art History Sept. 3, 6 p.m.Chandler Auditorium, The Harn Museum of Art, Free Hours: Tues., Wed., Fri., 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Thurs., 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Sat., 1 – 4 p.m.; Sun., Mon., closed Info: (352) 392-0201Art Lecture: Brendan Jamison SA+AH Marston Lectureship in the Visual Arts Presented by the UF College of Fine Arts School of Art +Art History

Sept. 8, 6 p.m.Fine Arts Building B, Free Info: (352) 392-0201Art Lecture: “Buddhist Visual Culture of Ming Beijing.” Marsha Haufl er, SA+AH Harn Eminent Scholar; professor of Chinese Art, at the University of Kansas Presented by the UF College of Fine Arts School of Art + Art History Sept. 10, 6 p.m.Chandler Auditorium, The Harn Museum of Art, Free Info: (352) 392-0201Theatre: “A Streetcar Named Desire” (Tennessee Williams)Directed by Judith Williams Presented by the UF College of Fine Arts School of Theatre + Dance Sept. 18 & 22 -- 26 at 7:30 p.m.Sept. 20 & 27 at 2:00 p.m.Constans Theatre, $13-$17Tickets: University Box Offi ce, 352-392-1653, www.ticketmaster.com Info: (352) 273-0500Art Lecture: “Photographing Peripheral Nationals in China (1920s-1940s).” Michael Mingke Wang, SA+AH Harn Eminent Scholar; professor and Director of

Chinese Ethnographic Project at Institute of History and Philology, Academia Sinica, Taiwan Presented by the UF College of Fine Arts School of Art + Art History, cosponsored by the Department of Anthropology and the Harn Museum of Art. Sept. 23, 6 p.m.Chandler Auditorium, The Harn Museum of Art, Free Info: (352) 392-0201Art Exhibit: Alagarto: UF Printmakers Presented by the UF College of Fine Arts University Galleries Sept. 28 – Oct. 23 Focus Gallery, Free Hours: Mon. -- Fri. 10 a.m. -- 5 p.m., Sat., Sun. & holidays closedInfo: (352) 273-3000Art Lecture: “What’s the Big Idea? A Museum for the People.” Graham W. J. Beal, SA+AH Harn Eminent Scholar, Director of the Detroit Institute of Arts Presented by the UF College of Fine Arts School of Art + Art History Sept. 30, 6 p.m. Chandler Auditorium, The Harn Museum of Art, Free Info: (352) 392-0201

Arts Events Locations

Alachua County Headquarters Library401 E University AveGainesville, FL(352) 468-3298Civitan Regional Blood Center1221 NW 13th STGainesville, Fl 352-334-1000

Hanks Yarn & Fiber4127 NW 16th BlvdGainesville, Fl 352-338-7222Harn Museum of Art34th & Hull RdGainesville, FL(352) 392-9826High Springs Branch1st AveHigh Springs, Fl386-454-2515

Hippodrome State Theatre25 SE 2nd PlGainesville, Fl352-375-4477Newberry Public Library110 S Seaboard DrNewberry, Fl352-472-1135Micanopy LibraryCholokka BlvdMicanopy, FL(352) 466-3122Santa Fe College

Building C3000 NW 83rd AveGainesville, Fl352-395-7322Thornebrook Village 2441 NW 43rd StGainesville, Fl352-378-4947Tower Road Branch Library3020 SW 75th StGainesville, FL(352) 333-2840

Friends of Wild Iris Art Events September 19th – Open House Photography Sessions for the Celebrate Women! Calendar, 12 – 4pm FoWI’s annual Celebrate Women! Calendar is accepting submissions from local artists for the 2010 printing. All mediums accepted. FoWI will have a photographer available to take and create digital images according to submission specifi cations. September 19th is also the deadline for calendar submissions. For more information on artist submissions and company sponsorships, check out our website or call 352.375.7427.

September 25th – September Grace ~ Artwalk, 7:00 – 10:00pm Join FoWI as we celebrate local artist September Grace with an opening reception. Come enjoy great art in a relaxing smoke-free environment. Wild Words Café will be serving refreshments. This event repeats the last Friday of every month.

Photography like this can be found at the September 11th Art Hop by local artist Christy Nicholas, along with her beaded jewelry and digital artwork

September 2009 All Around Alachua Issue 1, Vol. 1, Arts & Crafts September 2009 Arts & Crafts


FILMS @ THE LIBRARY - THE DRUMMER Tower Road Library (ADULT 18 AND UP) 6:30 PM

2 3 TEEN MOVIE Tower Road Library (TEENS 13 TO 17 YEARS) 4:00 PM MICHAEL GODBY, ART LECTURE Chandler Auditorium, Harn Museum 6:00 PM

4 UNFINISHED OBJECT & KNITERATI Hanks Yarn & Fiber 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

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6 STITCH’N’ B*TCH Hanks Yarn & Fiber 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM

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8 BRENDAN JAMISON, ART LECTURE Fine Arts Building B, U.F. Campus 6:00 PM

9 FILMS @ THE LIBRARY - THE DRUMMER AC Headquarters Library(ADULT 18 AND UP) 6:30 PM

10 THEATRE AND DRAMA CLUB The Library Partnership (AGES 5+) 2:30 PM MULTICRAFTERS High Springs Library (ALL AGES) 6:00 PM MARSHA HAUFLER Art Lecture Chandler Auditorium, Harn Museum 6:00 PM

11 SEPT. 11TH ART EXHIBIT SFCC, Building S, room 29 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM UPTOWN ART HOP Assorted shops in Thornebrook Village, The Market Place and Millhopper Square 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM UNFINISHED OBJECT & KNITERATI Hanks Yarn & Fiber 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

12 PALM FROND WEAVING Newberry Library (ALL AGES) 2:00 PM

13 TEEN MOVIE Micanopy Library (TEENS 13 TO 17 YEARS) 2:00 PM STITCH’N’ B*TCH Hanks Yarn & Fiber 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM

14 CRAFTY CLIQUE Newberry Library (ALL AGES) 5:30 PM

15 AFTERNOON AT THE MOVIES High Springs Library (TEENS 13 TO 17 YEARS) 3:00 PM

16 MODERN AFRICA CINEMA: DOLLARS AND WHITE PIPES AC Headquarters Library(ADULT 18 AND UP) 7:00 PM

17 THEATRE AND DRAMA CLUB The Library Partnership (AGES 5+) 2:30 PM THIRD THURSDAY EVENING SPINNERS Hanks Yarn & Fiber 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

18 UNFINISHED OBJECT & KNITERATI Hanks Yarn & Fiber 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

19 TEEN MOVIE The Library Partnership (TEENS 13 TO 17 YEARS) 1:00 PM


21 CRAFTY CLIQUE Newberry Library (ALL AGES) 5:30 PM GAINESVILLE PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB MEETING Civitan Regional Blood Center 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM Guests are welcome.

22 23 MICHAEL MINGKE WANG, ART LECTURE Chandler Auditorium, Harn Museum 6:00 PM

24 THEATRE AND DRAMA CLUB The Library Partnership (AGES 5+) 2:30 PM

25 UNFINISHED OBJECT & KNITERATI Hanks Yarn & Fiber 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM GAINESVILLE ART WALK The Hipp Gallery/ Downtown Gainesville 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

26 WRITER'S WORKSHOP High Springs Library (ADULT 18 AND UP) 10:00 AM


28 CRAFTY CLIQUE Newberry Library (ALL AGES) 5:30 PM

29 30 GRAHAM W. J. BEAL, ART LECTURE Chandler Auditorium, Harn Museum 6:00 PM

Hank’s Yarn & FiberStitch ‘n’ B*tch Join this eclectic group of folks for a little crotchet, knitting, and chatting about everything under the sun. Everyone is welcome! Sunday’s 2-4:30p.m.UFO Friday: Unfi nished Object Friday & The Kniterati Come in on Friday night and have some fun! Get some inspiration for working on your unfi nished projects over the weekend. This is a much

smaller group than the Sunday afternoon group, so if smaller settings are what you prefer, this meeting might be for you. Tea, laughing, and good people abound. The Kniterati are a fabulous co-ed group of college age folks (both students and recent graduates) who take their crocheting and knitting with a large dose of humor. Like-minded people are always welcome (Eddie Izzard fans and Science Fiction geeks especially)! Fridays 5 – 7p.m.

First Monday Morning Spinners On the fi rst Monday of the month bring your wheel or drop spindle and some fi ber and sit with s to do some spinning! This meeting is great for spinners who work at night and can’t get to an afternoon or evening gathering. First Monday of the month 11a.m. – 1p.m.Third Thursday Evening Spinners On the third Thursday of the month bring your wheel or drop spindle and some fi ber and sit with us to do some

spinning! This meeting is great for spinners who work or go to school during the day and can’t get to the morning gathering. Third Thursday of the month 5-7p.m. And of course, anyone is welcome to stop by and have a little sit-down any time we’re open!Hanks Yarn & Fiber4127 NW 16th [email protected] 10a.m. – 7p.m. every day except Tuesdays


A BETTER YOUProsperous Living Center1135 NW 23rd Ave, Suite F/2Gainesville, FL 32609*in Boulevard Plaza(352) 514-3122

Ongoing ClassesProsperous Living GroupGroup studying and sharing multiple paths to prosperityEvery Sunday Night6pm-8pm*class is freeEmail [email protected] to join email listwww.prosperouslivinggroup.comGainesville Qi-Gong GroupEasy and fun to learn to heal the bodyEvery Monday and Wednesday Night 6pm-7pmAlso Sat. from 11am-12pm*fi rst class is Free, every class

after is a $10 sliding scaleCall Dr. John Byrne at (352) 682-0681 for more infowww.drjohnbyrne.comEFT Tapping CircleLearn and apply Emotional Freedom TechniqueEvery Wednesday Night6pm-8pm*class is $10Call Carla Burkle at (352) 283-3909 for more infoLaw of Attraction ClassesCall Barbara Brand at (352) 256-1042 for more infowww.loa-coach.comGainesville Men’s CircleA men’s support groupCall Kevin at (352) 817-9386 or John at (352) 682-0681*group is free Women, Vision & ProsperityAn empowerment series for women with clear intention10 week workshop series

*Tuition is $249Current class is full, now accepting enrollment for January 2010 seriesCall Lacey Nagy at (352) 514-3122 for more infowww.laceynagy.com

Special WorkshopsRelationships That Work! WorkshopLearn communication tools that empower all kinds of relationshipsSaturday, Sept. 12th 1pm-4pm*Workshop is freeRegister your seat at www.satvatove.com/registerHealing Acts of VideoUsing video and writing to reclaim your life

Saturday, Sept. 19th12:30pm-3:30pm*Workshop is $35Contact Vickie Spray at (850) 322-6944 for more infowww.yourlifeexpressions.comMovie Night“Energy Medicine” with Donna EdenSaturday, Sept. 19th Starting at 6:45pm*movie night is freeContact Barbara Brand at (352) 256-1042www.loa-coach.com

ThirdEyeSpoken Productionspoetry & art events benefi ting non-profi tsLacey Nagy, Co-Founderwww.thirdeyespoken.com

ThirdEyeSpoken Groups & Classes

September 4th & 18th – OPEN MIC (8pm until……) Singers, poets, musicians, and creative acts of all kinds welcome! Ten minutes of stage time and a prize to the best show of the night. Sign-up starts at 7:30 and Wild Words Café will be on hand serving cold drinks, coffee, tea, beer, and wine.September 9th – GREATER GAINESVILLE PAGAN GROUP (7:00 – 9:00pm) This group is for all friends of Earth Centered Spirituality in or near the Gainesville area. Please feel free to join us.September 17th – SPEAK! Radical Women of Color Media Collective Listening Party Speak! is a women of color-led media collective. In the summer months of 2008, they created a CD compilation of spoken word, poetry, and song. With artists and poets from

all over the country, the Speak! CD is a testament of struggle, hope, and love. Many of the contributors are in the Radical Women of Color blogosphere. SPEAK! will perform pieces from their fi rst CD and also allow WOC in the audience to share thoughts and poetry with the group. Further details to be announced at www.fowi.friendsofwildiris.org!September 19th – WILD WOMEN’S NIGHT OUT, (8pm… until) This night is all about the ladies. Come enjoy an evening of dancing, socializing, and lots of fun! Hit the dance fl oor, put on your poker face, or just catch up with old friends and meet new ones. $5-$10 cover includes food and Wild Words Café will be serving coffee, tea, cold drinks, beer & wine. This is a women-only event and repeats every 3rd Saturday of the month.

Friends of Wild Iris Events

September 2009 All Around Alachua Issue 1, Vol. 1, A Better You September 2009 A Better You


FL WORKS-CREATING A WINNING RESUME The Library Partnership (ADULT 18 AND UP) 9:30 AM UBUNTU COMPUTER CLASS AC Headquarters Library (ADULT 18 AND UP) 7:00 PM

2 HEALTHY FAMILIES The Library Partnership (ADULT 18 AND UP) 1:00 PM EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUE TAPPING CIRCLE Prosperous Living Center 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

3 AMRIT YOGA WITH VEDA AC Headquarters Library (ADULT 18 AND UP) 5:30 PM FREE ACUPUNCTURE CLINIC FOR VETERANS Academy for Five Element Acupuncture 6:30 PM – 7:15 PM

4 FRIENDS OF WILD IRIS OPEN MIC Wild Iris Books 7:30 PM - ?

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6 PROSPEROUS LIVING GROUP Prosperous Living Center 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

7 8 BUTTERFLY BONANZA High Springs Library (ALL AGES) 2:30 PM FALL GARDENING TIPS Newberry Library (ALL AGES) 6:00 PM

9 VEGETABLE GARDENING BASICSAlachua County Extension Office 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM COMPUTER KNOW-HOW CLUB Newberry Library (SENIORS) 6:00 PM

10 FREE ACUPUNCTURE CLINIC FOR VETERANS Academy for Five Element Acupuncture 6:30 PM – 7:15 PM DISTINGUISHED SCHOLAR SEMINAR SERIES: Reed Maxwell 122 Rogers Hall, UF Campus 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

11 12 HOW TO PROTECT & PROFIT FROM COPYRIGHTS, TRADEMARKS & PATENTS Tower Road Library (ADULT 18 AND UP) 2:00 PM


14 NEW BOOKS FOR OLD READERS Micanopy Library (ADULT 18 AND UP) 11:00 AM MERIDIAN -PARENTING WISELY The Library Partnership (ADULT 18 AND UP) 2:00 PM

15 RESUME WORKSHOP Newberry Library (ADULT 18 AND UP) 11:00 AM FLORIDA FRIENDLY LANDSCAPING Tower Road Library 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

16 HEALTHY FAMILIES The Library Partnership (ADULT 18 AND UP) 1:00 PM EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUE TAPPING CIRCLE Prosperous Living Center 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM


18 HUMMINGBIRDS Hilton Conference Center (a free ticket must be obtained at the Extension office prior) 1714 SW 34th St 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM FRIENDS OF WILD IRIS OPEN MIC Wild Iris Books 7:30 PM - ?

19 GREAT BOOKS DISCUSSION GROUP Tower Road Library (ADULT 18 AND UP) 10:00 AM


21 HAWTHORNE READING CIRCLE Hawthorne Library (ADULT 18 AND UP) 11:00 AM

22 FL WORKS-CREATING A WINNING RESUME The Library Partnership (ADULT 18 AND UP) 9:30 AM BASIC CHEESE MAKING Newberry Library (ALL AGES) 6:00 PM

23 FLORIDA FRIENDLY LANDSCAPING Alachua County Extension Office 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM THE JANE AUSTEN BOOK CLUB Newberry Library (TEENS 13 and up) 6:00 PM


25 26 THE JANE AUSTEN SOCIETY Tower Road Library (ADULT 18 AND UP) 12:00 PM WINDRUSHER: FLORIDA AUTHOR VICTOR DIGENTI AC Headquarters Library (ADULT 18 AND UP) 2:00 PM


28 29 FL WORKS-CREATING A WINNING RESUME The Library Partnership (ADULT 18 AND UP) 9:30 AM MERIDIAN - SEEKING SAFETY The Library Partnership (ADULT 18 AND UP) 2:00 PM

30 EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUE TAPPING CIRCLE Prosperous Living Center 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

A Better You LocationsAcademy for Five Element Acupuncture305 SE 2nd AveGainesville, FL 352.548.2332Alachua County Extension Offi ce2800 N.E. 39th Avenue Gainesville, FL (352) 955-2402

Alachua County Headquarters Library401 E Univ AveGainesville, FL(352) 468-3298Hawthorne Library6640 SE 221st St Hawthorne, FL (352) 481-1920High Springs LibraryMain Street

High Springs, FL (386) 454-2515Library PartnershipA Neighborhood Resource Center 1130 NE 16th Ave Gainesville, FL (352) 334-0160Newberry Library110 S Seaboard Dr Newberry, FL (352) 472-1135Prosperous Living

Center1135 NW 23rd Ave, Suite F/2Gainesville, FL(352) 514-3122Tower Road Library3020 SW 75th St Gainesville, FL (352) 333-2840Wild Iris Books802 W Univ.Ave Gainesville, FL (352) 375-7477


NIGHT LIFE

The Gainesville Community Playhouse at the Vam York Theater to Stage

Shakespeare in Hollywood, A ComedyDates: September 4th through September 20th, 2009. Special Preview Performance Sept 3rd, 2009 at 8 p.m. Where: The Gainesville Community Playhouse at the Vam York Theater,4039 NW 16th Blvd, next to the Millhopper Publix.Times: Wednesdays through Saturdays at 8:00 pm; Sunday matinees at 2:00 pmTickets: $16. College and High School students with a valid student ID may purchase “rush” tickets for $10 beginning 30

minutes before show time if seats are available. These rush tickets are only available at the door, they cannot be purchased in advance from Book Gallery West.How to buy: Tickets are available at The Book Gallery West in the Millhopper ShoppingCenter adjacent to the theater, or at the theater one hour prior to each performance

The Gainesville Community Playhouse at the Vam York Theater is pleased to present Shakespeare in Hollywood, A Comedy directed by Pat Thomson. It’s 1934, and Shakespeare’s most famous fairies, Oberon and Puck, have magically

materialized on the Hollywood set of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Instantly smitten by the glitz and glamour of show biz, the two are ushered onto the silver screen to play (who else?) themselves. You won’t want to miss this hilarious comedy! Shakespeare in Hollywood opens Friday, September 4th and runs through Sunday, September 20th, with performances Wednesdays through Saturdays at 8:00 pm, Sunday matinees at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $16 and may be purchased in advance at The Book Gallery West in the Millhopper Shopping Center adjacent to the theater, or at the theater one hour prior to each performance. There will be a special preview performance

on September 3rd at 8:00 p.m. and tickets for this showing are $5. For photographs, on-air interviews, and information not covered in this release, please contact Ashley McPherson at 352-871-4250 or at [email protected] or the director, Pat Thomson at 352-215-9641 or at [email protected] .eduFor more information about upcoming events at the GCP call (352) 376-4949 or visitwww.gcplayhouse.org

Dionysus - A Wine Bar Dionysus is a wine bar located in the new Town of Tioga Shopping Center in Jonesville, FL- off from Newberry Road directly across from West End Golf Course. Dionysus provides a private, social atmosphere, where people can relax and enjoy their great selection of fi ne wines, beers, salads, appetizers, and desserts. Dionysus is an exciting new night life option for those who just want to sit back and relax in a quiet atmosphere. They

have over 60 wines available by glass as well as many other wines available by bottle only. Dionysus has a great selection of appetizers, soups/salads and desserts in their wine bar. They have many events scheduled so be sure to check out our Nightlife Calendar for dates and times as well as the event taking place. For more information on Dionysus visit their website at: www. Dionysuswinebar.com

Shakespeare in Hollywood, A Comedy

The civic Media center located in Gainesville at 433 S. Main St. has many events through September that are free or extremely low cost and make for a great evening out. Every Thursday since 1994 at 9:30 PM they have a Weekly Poetry Jam. The Poetry Jam is Gainesville’s longest running poetry reading. All styles of poetry can be heard at the Civic Media Center such as, acoustic music and some a capella singing, spoken word, a little performance art and more! So take a night to yourself or

bring a friend it is FREE to attend! On September 9th the Civic Media Center will be hosting a live theatrical production of “Beowulf”. The show starts at 9p.m. and cost a sliding scale fee of $5 - $10 donation at the door. There are no tickets available in advance. The Baltimore Annex Theater version of Beowulf will combine puppetry, live acting and an innovative set design that will create a psychedelic and philosophical world that the legendary hero must endure. The Baltimore Annex

Theatre is on its fi rst tour of the US and is a Non Profi t DIY theatre. On September 25th the Civic Media Center is proudly having Grant Peebles Live in Concert! They are also featuring Bill &Eli Perras. The show starts at 8pm and cost is $10 in advance or $12 at the door. Grant Peebles is from Sopchoppy Florida which is a part of Tallahassee. They play Americana type music and are an edgy irreverent songwriter. Bill & Eli Perras are from Deland Florida and play acoustic folk and blues music.

Gainesville Civic Media Center Nightlife Events LocationsAlley Gatorz2606 NW Waldo RdGainesville, Fl352-373-0708American Legion Post 164701 NW Sixth StGainesville, Fl352-372-8802Barlee Oyster & Wine BarHWY 301 (Behind Classic Café)Waldo, Fl352-468-1758Besilu Collection6800 NW 193rd StMicanopy, Fl352-591-2100Boltin Center516 NE 2nd AveGainesville, Fl352-334-2189Clarion Inn3455 SW Williston

RdGainesville, Fl1-866-969-8065Common Grounds210 SW 2nd AveGainesville, Fl352-372-7320Community Play House4039 NW 16th BlvdGainesville, Fl 352-376-4949Community Plaza 111 E University AveGainesville, Fl352-334-5064Dionysus Wine Bar13005 SW First RdJonesville, Fl352-331-1121Phillips Center315 Hull RdGainesville, Fl352-372-6780Rue Bar104 S Main StGainesville, Fl352-672-6688

September 2009 All Around Alachua Issue 1, Vol. 1, Nightlife Events September 2009 Nightlife Events


BINGO American Legion Post 16 7:00 PM ALLEY GATORZ KARAOKE NIGHT- 10:00 PM DIONYSUS WINE BAR Sangria night

2 DIONYSUS WINE BAR Flight Night (3 wine sampling)

3 LADIES NIGHT Rue Bar, Gainesville THURSDAY NIGHT LIVE COMEDY HOUR Clarion Inn 7:00 PM DIONYSUS WINE BAR Ladies Night

4 SULTRY FRIDAYS Rue Bar FREE CONCERT GAINESVILLE Community Plaza 8:00PM Velveeta Underground ALLEY GATORZ KARAOKE NIGHT- 10:00 PM COMMUNITY PLAY HOUSE Shakespeare in Hollywood 8:00 PM (Opening Night)

5 BLUE GRASS FESTIVAL Barlee, Waldo DIONYSUS WINE BAR ½ price Beer Night COMMUNITY PLAY HOUSE Shakespeare in Hollywood 8:00 PM

6 COMMUNITY PLAY HOUSE Shakespeare in Hollywood 8:00 PM


8 BINGO American Legion Post 16 7:00 PM ALLEY GATORZ KARAOKE NIGHT- 10:00 PM DIONYSUS WINE BAR Sangria night



11 SULTRY FRIDAYS Rue Bar FREE CONCERT GAINESVILLE Community Plaza 8:00PM Patchwork ALLEY GATORZ KARAOKE NIGHT- 10:00 PM

12 DIONYSUS WINE BAR ½ price Beer Night



15 BINGO American Legion Post 16 7:00 PM ALLEY GATORZ KARAOKE NIGHT- 10:00 PM DIONYSUS WINE BAR Sangria night

16 DIONYSUS WINE BAR Flight Night (3 wine sampling) COMMUNITY PLAY HOUSE Shakespeare in Hollywood 8:00 PM


18 SULTRY FRIDAYS Rue Bar SISTER HAZEL CONCERT Phillip’s Center 7:30 PM

FREE CONCERT GAINESVILLE Community Plaza 8:00 PM Lead on Family Band BIG SKY Common Grounds 10 PM

19 DIONYSUS WINE BAR ½ price Beer Night COMMUNITY PLAY HOUSE Shakespeare in Hollywood 8:00 PM CONTRA DANCE Thelma Boltin Center, Gainesville 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM

20 ROCK THE HOUSE! Thelma Boltin Center, Gainesville 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM COMMUNITY PLAY HOUSE Shakespeare in Hollywood 8:00 PM

21 22 BINGO American Legion Post 16 7:00 PM ALLEY GATORZ KARAOKE NIGHT- 10:00 PM DIONYSUS WINE BAR Sangria night

23 DIONYSUS WINE BAR Flight Night (3 wine sampling) THE SUPERVILLIANS WITH SPECIAL GUESTS Common Grounds 9:00 PM


25 SULTRY FRIDAYS Rue Bar FREE CONCERT GAINESVILLE Community Plaza 8:00 PM Quarter moon

26 DIONYSUS WINE BAR ½ price Beer Night

27 28 29 BINGO American Legion Post 16 7:00 PM ALLEY GATORZ KARAOKE NIGHT- 10:00 PM DIONYSUS WINE BAR Sangria night


September 2009 All Around Alachua Issue 1, Vol. 1, Before a Hurricane With Hurricane season not yet over, it is important to keep in mind hurricane preparedness and safety. Hurricanes are generally classifi ed into fi ve categories.Category 1 -- Winds 74-95 mph Category 2 -- Winds 96-110 mph Category 3 -- Winds 111-130 mph Category 4 -- Winds 131-155 mph Category 5 -- Winds greater than 155 mph Before a storm is coming it’s a good idea to have your home inspected for local building code compliance. A lot of the roofs hit by hurricanes were destroyed because they were not constructed according to newer building codes. Also, make a record of your personal property. Take pictures of, or videotape your belongings. Send these fi les via email to family or friends and keep the hard copies in a safety deposit box or take them with you.Understand the difference between the two terms used by weather forecasters. A hurricane watch means a hurricane is possible within 36 hours, whereas a hurricane

warning means that a hurricane is expected within 24 hours. If advised to evacuate, do so immediately. Stay tuned into local radio or television weather forecasts. If you need to, buy a NOAA weather radio. You should learn how to shut off your household utilities. You should know where your gas pilots are located and how your heating/ air-conditioning system works. Talk with your whole family about hurricanes. Plan a safe place to meet your family just in case you are somehow separated from each other in a disaster. It’s also a good idea to pick an out-of-state contact for everyone to call and report they are okay. Learn your local evacuation routes before a storm. Figure out where you would go and how you would get there if you and your family had to leave. Prepare to make it on your own for at least three days if you do not need to evacuate. Put together a disaster supplies kit. You should have a battery-powered radio, blankets, fl ashlights, a fi rst-aid kit, extra batteries, spare clothing, and non perishable food and water (a gallon per person, per day).

Emergency NumbersIf there is a true emergency always call 911. They will direct the appropriate department to you.

Police: Alachua: 386-462-1396Archer: 911Hawthorne: 911High Springs: 386-454-1415Gainesville: 352-334-2400Micanopy: 911Newberry: 911Waldo: 352-955-1818Alachua County Sheriff (ASO): 352-591-2712

Fire/Rescue:Alachua: 386-462-2813Archer: 352-495-2333Hawthorne: 911High Springs: 386-454-2056Gainesville: 911Micanopy: 911Newberry: 911Waldo: 352-468-1301Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222FEMA Hurricane & Disaster Relief: 1-800-621-FEMANorth Florida Medical Center: 352-333-4000Shands (Archer Rd.): 352-265-0111

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