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January 2022 PUBLISHER

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2022 we are happy to see you! To share a little about myself, New Year’s Day is, and always has been, my very favorite holiday of the year. I’m not sure what it is, but there’s just something special about the feeling of that “new year” - a feeling of hope and optimism and looking forward to great things ahead. And of course there’s the celebrating on the Eve and the Day, the eating of traditional New Year’s Day good luck food, and football! I’ve lived in many parts of the country with different New Year’s traditions and different climates. I’ve had white, dreary, cold New Year’s Days and warm, sunny, tropical ones, but they always feel great and bring on that same feeling. Bottom line is, it’s a new year, and that signifies new beginnings, new goals and resolutions, and a fresh start. With how busy life becomes, it’s a nice reprieve to be still for a moment and reflect on where we’ve been, what the past year has taught us, what we want to grow and learn from, and where we want to go from there. The practice of establishing new goals or a resolution for the coming year is something that can help us focus on what is truly a priority for ourselves or at least what should be. Just be sure your goals are reasonable and attainable for you. This month’s issue highlights Health and Wellness, and we hope you’ll enjoy our features on some of our local businesses who work hard to help us all stay fit and healthy. Whether it’s eating delicious and nutritious food from Chef Amadeus, exploring some unique fitness destinations, or keeping our bodies and souls healthy with therapies and spa services, you’ll find it all here. You’ll also notice some name changes of our features but you’ll still see plenty of our community members celebrating ribbon cuttings at new locations, enjoying great fellowship, and giving back to those in need. Cheers to a healthy and happy 2022! See you around town!

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inside the issue The Health & Wellness Issue

F E ATU R E D

D E PA RTM E NTS

20 From Gatorade to Studebakers

Lifestyle Letter

City Scene

F E ATU R E D

Business Monthly

22 Finding the right fit for you in Gainesville

20 Driver’s Notebook

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26 Mental Wellbeing

28 Making a Difference in our Communities Health

28 DIY

Exploring Dr. Bob Cade’s prized collection

Unique fitness destinations in our town.

22 Healthy Lifestyle

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Innovative technology alongside highly skilled body therapies, in a serene environment is a

30 Culinary Creations

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34 Events

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38 Pet Wellness Starts with Routine Care Local couple brings dog-wellness business to Gainesville

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1: Veteran Educator Award, Awarded to Johnny Phelps, Award accepted by Major Dennis Wait 2: Veteran Academic Achievements Award, Awarded to Andrew Rodriguez, Buchholz High School, Award accepted by Sandra Torres-Pintos 3: Businesses Supporting Veterans, Awarded to Jeff Mohr, Subway Santa Fe College Campus 4: Veteran Healthcare Supporter Award, Awarded to Anthony Kwan, AKEA Inc and AKEA Design Inc 5: Citizenship Award: Awarded to Travis Harvey 6: Outstanding Employee in Veteran Services Award, Awarded to Thomas Wisnieski, Director of North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System 7: $2,500 donation to Fisher House Gainesville. Pictured are Eric Godet and Patricia Fabiani. All Images Courtesy of Greater Gainesville Chamber of Commerce

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1: Showcase Properties of North Central Florida 2: Showcase Properties Of North Central Florida Gainesville Office Ribbon Cutting 3: Rynni Henderson, City Lifestyle Gainesville, and Rebecca Lamb, Director of Sales Springhill Suites Gainesville 4: Oak Hammock resident Martha Wroe, who at 100 years old is Oak Hammock’s oldest veteran. 5: Mrs. Hodgkins, guest speaker Major General William F. Hodgkins and friends 6: Oak Hammock residents enjoying the Veteran’s Day Celebration 7: Oak Hammock residents enjoying the Veteran’s Day Celebration

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1: Lady’s Night Out at Malgorzata’s entertainment by Alan Stowell and Gwen Williams [blue grass/contemporary] 2: Lady’s Night Out with music, door prizes, and the introduction of just-arrived clothing lines. 3: A fun evening for our annual Lady’s Night Out with great weather and food/wine. 4: Join us as we congratulate Bosshardt Realty Services on their new location in Newberry! 5: Now, as they open their office in Newberry, we are excited to celebrate their success! 6: Cade After Dark Event 7: Cade After Dark Event

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Valerie Dailey Named First Female President of FTBOA Valerie Dailey of Showcase Properties, and a breeder of small Thoroughbreds, has been named president of the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders' and Owners' Association. Since it was established in 1945, she is the first woman to hold this position. Having previously served as the Association's first vice president, she said "I am certainly honored to be selected to be the president." She's looking forward to the opportunity to lead the organization and is eager to help.

The Gainesville Camellia Society The Gainesville Camellia Society (GCS) was organized in the early 1950s. The Camellia Show is the big event of the year. The GCS has an informational booth at the annual Kanapaha Spring Festival held in late March. GCS meetings are held in the Summer House at the Kanapaha Botanical Gardens at 2:00 PM from September through May. Meeting dates are the third Sunday of each month. Membership cost is $15/year for individuals and $20/year for couples.

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Welcome Kaitlyn Hof-Mahoney as the Matheson History Museum new Executive Director

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The Board of Directors of the Matheson History Museum are pleased to announce the hiring of Kaitlyn Hof-Mahoney as the museum’s new executive director. “In my role as Curator of Collections my favorite part has been learning something new almost every day in speaking with our visitors, attending our programs, facilitating research appointments, meeting with community partners, and conducting exhibition research. As Executive Director, I look forward to continuing to build relationships with the Alachua County community.”

Cade Museum Spring 2022 Jr. Inventor Night Jr. Inventor Night is a place for children to learn science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) concepts through engaging hands on programming and exciting experiments. Cade educators bring to life the STEAM concepts behind inventions that have changed the world and introduce students to the inventors who first imagined what might be. New activities every week!

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Oak Hammock Salute of Veterans Over 100 military veterans living at Oak Hammock at the University of Florida were honored and recognized during a standing-room only ceremony and salute in the Oak Room on campus. The guest speaker was (Ret.) Major General Bill Hodgkins of the U.S. Air Force. A highlight was the recognition of nine residents who where veterans of World War II including, Ms. Martha Wroe, the oldest living Oak Hammock resident, recently celebrating her 100th birthday.

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business monthly A round-up of exciting news from local businesses.

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Gettel Automotive Group / Gettel Foundation recently issued a $10,000 check to Food Banks in each of the five counties they do business in, for a total of $50,000. Bread of the Mighty received a $10,000 donation and additional food was from the auto group and their valued customers. Pictured: Leza Mueller representing Bread of the Mighty Food Bank, and Tyler Hill, Gatorland Toyota & BMW of Gainesville -General Manager

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Early Bird Black Friday Open House Event at Club Synergie Thursday, November 18th, Club Synergie held an Early Bird Black Friday Open House Event! They offered $50 CryoSkin Facials and Synospheres treatments during this event, as well as discounted packages, a sale on all retail, and BOGO sauna and gift card specials! Don't miss their next event and an opportunity to grab some amazing gifts for you and the ones you love.

Second Annual Soup for the Soul Drive-by Collection Event The Windsor of Gainesville will be collecting non-perishable food items for BREAD OF THE MIGHTY FOOD BANK on 1/24/2022 from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. and again the next morning from 10:00 - 1:00 p.m. Locally, 1 in 5 people are hungry, and 1 in 4 are children. In return for your donation, receive up to 2 quarts of our chef-made soup to take home and enjoy! Please RSVP by calling 352-372-1900. https://legendseniorliving.com/ Ruth Brunner

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The Rotary Clubs of Gainesville Wild Game Feast 2022 The Wild Game Feast is back in 2022 for its 36th year. This year's event will be March 3rd at 4841 NE 118th Drive, Gainesville, Florida 32641. It starts at 5 pm. Tickets are $75 prior to the event and $100 at the door. Since its inception, all of the Rotary Clubs of Gainesville have contributed over 2.25 million to local charitable organizations.

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F R O M G ATO R A D E TO STUDEBAKERS EXPLORING DR. BOB CADE’S PRIZED COLLECTION ARTICLE BY CADE MUSEUM FOR CREATIVITY & INVENTION PHOTOGRAPHY BY VARIOUS Dr. Bob Cade is best known for formulating Gatorade, but the acclaimed UF professor and kidney specialist, whose legacy is honored today by the Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention, took to activities that some might find surprising. Dr. Cade researched treatments for autism and schizophrenia. He spoke German and wrote poetry. He played the violin. And he collected Studebakers—he owned more than 60 carriages and automobiles from the late 1800s to 1965, 15 of which he donated to the Cade Museum as educational resources. The pride of his collection was the 1931 Studebaker President, which was recently showcased at the prestigious Amelia Island Concours D’Elegance. Other distinctive vehicles in the Cade Museum’s collection include an 1895 doctor’s buggy, a 1900 farm wagon, a 1911 EMF #30 Roadster, a 1925 Duplex Phaeton, a 1963 Gran Turismo (GT) Hawk and, of all things, a massive 1937 circus calliope truck.

Among the most unique pieces is the 1963 Lark, which “flew” in the face of established styling norms. This little car was the precursor to the “muscle car” and a saving grace for Studebaker during the 1950s recession. Dr. Cade appreciated the way art and science met in the design and functionality of automobiles and he cherished discoveries and firsts. The fact that the Studebaker Company was the first manufacturer to successfully transition from wagon to automobile no doubt fascinated him. This unlikely shift in technology is precisely the type of evolution that excited him his entire life. Today, the Studebakers can be seen on display at the Cade Museum during various special events throughout the year, such as the Inventivity Bash in May.

Images from the Cade Museum’s garage where the Studebakers are housed.

The 1931 Studebaker President on display at the 26th Annual Amelia Island Concours D’Elegance

The 1911 EMF #30 Roadster on the Cade Museum’s porch during the 2021 Inventivity Bash. Phoebe Cade Miles, Dr. Cade’s daughter, is behind the wheel.

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GENTLE CAROUSEL MINIATURE HORSES A unique organization of tiny ambassadors ARTICLE BY ANGELA DURRELL AND LACEY WEBER PHOTOGRAPHY BY SHOWCASE PROPERTIES OF NORTH CENTRAL FLORIDA

With almost 25 years of providing comfort and companionship for survivors of trauma, illness, and natural disasters, Gentle Carousel Miniature Horses is a unique organization of tiny ambassadors. As one of the largest equine therapy organizations in the world, they work with first responders, law enforcement, church organizations, Veterans groups, FEMA, hospice and educational facilities all over the country. They also make countless visits to hospitals to visit kids fighting and recovering from deadly diseases or injuries. Mental health is health, and psychological wellness directly impacts the physical. So it’s crucial to the body’s well-being as much as any other medicine. The positive impact of these little horses is both observable and immeasurable. “If you’re around animals, you know they’re inspirational,” says Debbie Garcia-Bengochea, Education Director for Carousel. “Just getting people out, walking with the horses and enjoying some fresh air is a big deal -- especially for the children. It’s so important for their stimulation and mental health. That has a huge impact on treatment and recovery.” The organization is a 501C3 non-profit charity that operates with funds from donors to support education, literacy, and therapy programs; their latest book, “Mini Horse, Mighty Hope” is in stores and available on Amazon. Proceeds go to the care and needs of the horses. “You can’t always fix things, but you can help make them easier,” Garcia-Bengochea says. “You can give them a happy moment or day, and you’d be amazed at what that alone can do.” Gentle Carousel Miniature Horse

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Chef Amadeus is a Florida native. Born in Jacksonville, Florida, his passion for cooking started at a young age in his mother’s and grandmother’s kitchen, a loving and safe place to hang out and learn to cook. At 18, Chef Amadeus joined the Navy. He quickly learned, everyone had to work in the galley. Often when bored, he would create creative vegetable designs. The crew LOVED his meals. Upon leaving the military he attended a cooking program in Kissimmee, Florida. And when he returned to Jacksonville, he started taking more culinary classes and working at night as a cook in hotels. He did an apprenticeship at one of the finest Jacksonville restaurants, 24 Miramar. When he found an opportunity in Seattle, Washington to learn and experience even more, he took the leap. And for the first time ever, he met another black Chef.

During his time in Seattle, the Food Network asked Chef Amadeus to try out for a show on the Food Network. He WON! Then he realized, it wasn’t about ego, it was about a passion for cooking. When he moved back to Jacksonville, he became a private Chef and consultant. His consultant work has led him to judging competitions and teaching. “It’s all about being happy to me. That is what it means to be in the kitchen, creating and cooking. It’s my passion”, says Chef Amadeus. Chef Amadeus will be spending more time in Gainesville, and we are excited to have him. He will be working with the UF Office of Distance Learning training students to work in the culinary field. What a lucky group of students, to learn from the best!

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Recipe 1 During a yakitori dinner made this shrimp dish.

INGREDIENTS • Seaweed Salad (pre-made) • 3 King Mushroom Stems • Pickled carrots & onions (Recipe 2) • Micro-greens • 2 Cherry Tomatoes

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Olive Oil White Balsamic Vinegar Kosher Salt Lil Bump spice Cast Iron Skillet

DIRECTIONS Go to recipe 2. Place cast iron skillet on medium heat. No oil. Take 3 mushroom stems and cut them into width/shape of a scallop. Plate cuts, drizzle with olive oil, kosher salt, and Lil bump spice. Place oil in cast iron pan. Sear mushrooms on both sides golden brown. Place seaweed salad on bottom of plate, top with mushroom stems, pickled carrots, onions, micro greens. Half 2 cherry tomatoes and drizzle with white balsamic vinegar, kosher salt, and Lil bump spices. Plate around mushroom stems. Enjoy.

Recipe 2 INGREDIENTS • 1 carrot • 1 Spanish onion • Vinegar (amount “chefs” preference) • Sugar (amount “chefs” preference) • Lil bump spices Scallops, this is dikon radish with black eye peas salsa on a bed of collard greens, dusted with dehydrated collard greens

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DIRECTIONS Shave carrot and onion. Mix vinegar, sugar and Lil bump (spice by Chef Amadeus) Place carrots and onion, into mixture. Let them set in pickling juices.

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Bread of the Mighty Food Bank After the Holidays Food Drive

BREAD OF THE MIG HTY FOOD B A NK During the holidays, Bread of the Mighty Food Bank worked hard to provide food to the families in our community who were in need. Now that the holidays are over, we are LOW on food supplies. but the need to feed families in our community is still high. Your donation will help put food on the tables of families in need. JA NUA RY 8T H JA NUA RY 2 8T H

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Semi annual sale at Malgorzata's

MALG ORZATA'S GALLERY AN D B O UT I Q UE Stop by between January 8th and January 28th and check out our Semi annual sale. We will have selected pieces from 30-70% of the original prices. Malgorzata's

Gainesville Camellia Society Show and Sale

KAN APAHA BOTAN ICAL GARD E NS January 8th and 9th please come out to the Kanapaha Botanical Gardens for the Gainesville Camellia Society Show and Sale. Over 500 plants with over 100 varieties will be available. They will be priced from $15 to $35.Cash or check only. There is an entry fee of $10 to enter the Kanapaha Botanical Gardens. Hope to see you there.

Cade Museum Spring 2022: Jr. Inventor Night

CA DE MUS EUM FOR CR EATIVI T Y & I NV E NT I O N Jr. Inventor Night is a place for children to learn science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) concepts through engaging hands on programming and exciting experiments. Cade educators bring to life the STEAM concepts behind inventions that have changed the world and introduce students to the inventors who first imagined what might be. New activiites each week.

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Second Annual Soup for the Soul Drive-by Collection Event

3605 N W 8 3RD STR EET The Windsor of Gainesville will be collecting non-perishable food items for BREAD OF THE MIGHTY FOOD BANK to feed local families in need. In our community 1 in 5 people are hungry, and 1 in 4 are children. Food banks are depleted at this time of the year and could really use your help.

Heartwood Soundstage

HEARTWOOD S OUN DSTAG E Join Heartwood Soundstage in welcoming our artists of January. Willy Porter, January 15th, Richard Smith/ Sam Pacetti, January 16th, Pulp Presents: Tonstartssbandht, January 20th, Liz Longley, January 22nd, John Paul White, January 28th and Ryley Walker, January 30th. What a great way to start the new year! Heartwood Soundstage JA N UA RY 2 2 N D

Dance Alive

POFAHL STUDIOS | 5:00 PM Continuation of an original work premiered in 2021, starting from a blank slate, filled with each dancer’s unique sparkle, and painted with choreographer Ani Collier’s artistic brush. Just as each dancer’s body is unique, so is every creator’s point of view.. Join us for this upcoming exhibition of beautiful bodies in motion. Limited seating. Family friendly. Tickets Available F E BRUA RY 1 8T H

2022 Sporting Clays Tournament for the Ronald McDonald House

Grab your shotgun and join us Friday, February 18th, 2022 for a day full of fun, prizes, and shooting clays! Featured activities include both a silent and live auction as well as lunch. Each participant will receive a continental breakfast courtesy of McDonald’s, a shooter gift, and a fun-filled day of clay shooting – all for a good cause!

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Routine Care Local couple brings dog-wellness business to Gainesville Scenthound is on a mission to provide an easy, affordable way to give your dog the routine care they need to be healthy, happy and comfortable. “It’s scientifically proven that dogs make people happier and healthier. A clean, healthy dog gets more love and snuggles which is good for dogs and people alike,” says Scenthound CEO and founder Tim Vogel. “Our goal is to make the world just a little bit better by helping people practice love.”

KEY AREA TO FOCUS ON MAINTAINING YOUR PET WELLNESS: • Dogs need regular, ongoing care to stay at peak health. • Heartworm prevention and thorough routine checkins should be performed once a month. • Regular care helps maintain a dog’s healthy coat and prevents disease.

Daily walks and attention, nutritious food, and regular baths are the basics of dog care, but there’s much more involved in giving your furry friend their best life. “Unlike traditional dog grooming that focuses on breed-specific styling, Scenthound services are centered around routine and preventive care for dogs in five core areas: Skin, Coat, Ears, Nails, and Teeth (SCENT),” according to Joseph Pizzurro, co-owner with his wife Kathryn, of Scenthound Gainesville SW. In addition to routine care, Scenthound provides every pet parent with a thorough evaluation of their pup’s health via a S.C.E.N.T. Check that is sent after every visit. This allows pet parents to stay top of their dog’s wellness and be alert to any changes. The first of several for north central Florida, Scenthound Gainesville SW is located in Haile, with plans to expand within the region.

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Routine care keeps dogs clean and comfortable and is critical to their overall health. It's a common misconception that if a breed doesn't require a haircut or blow-dry, they don't need grooming — all dogs need basic maintenance to stay clean and healthy. Basic hygiene and routine care can even extend their life!

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