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FEATURE 

A Long & Rich History 

A Historical Glance at the Areas of Ocoee and Gotha 

by Debra Wood 

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Tucked between Windermere and 

Ocoee, and home to about 2,000 

people, Gotha enjoys a rich history, 

which caring citizens have sought to 

preserve and maintain. 

Early Gotha 

German immigrant H.A. Hempel 

founded Gotha in the late 1870s 

and named it after his birthplace. 

A Buffalo, New York, resident, he 

planned to spend a few months of 

the year in Florida to escape the cold. 

Hempel, an inventor of a printing tool, 

envisioned Gotha being an enclave 

for fellow Germans. 

However, Hempel enjoyed the 

woods and wilderness so much, he 

decided to stay, buying 1,000 acres 

of land reportedly for a mere 25 cents 

an acre. He then advertised in northern 

cities with large German populations, 

selling people on the Florida 

lifestyle. He put them to work planting 

citrus trees and running a sawmill that 

provided wood for building homes 

teacher. The town plan was surveyed 

in 1885. 

From 1882 to 1902, records 

show that Fritz Moritz owned 

the Brockman House, now the 

home of the restaurant Yellow Dog 

Eats. Census records indicate Dora 

Moritz and Frieda Meislahn operated 

a boarding house on the property. 

H.P. Hill bought the building 

and land in 1903. Then in 1909, Elise 

Lizzie Brockman bought the land 

and built a new residence. She lived 

in the house until 1917. The property 

was sold many times between 1917 

and 1925. 

Minnie Smith, William Harrell 

and Virgil Rouse operated a store in 

the building in the 1920s and 1930s. 

Some may have also lived there. 

During the ensuing years, it was operated 

as Hamm’s Grocery and Fischer’s 

General Store until 1988. It continued 

as a store until 1999, when the 

Morgan family purchased it and their 

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crates for the citrus industry. He arranged 

mail delivery from Orlando, a 

four-hour round trip by ox cart. 

The early 1880s were a time of great 

confidence and optimism in Central 

Florida. A post office and school 

opened in 1883, of which Henry 

Belknap was the first postmaster and 

In 1885, the Zion Evangelical 

Lutheran Church began, meeting 

in people’s homes. The original church 

burned down. In 1935, a church 

was built that still stands. After having 

moved the congregation to Pine 

Hills, the parish moved back to the 

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Kaylee’s Story 

Keeping Your Family 

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By Kristen M. Jackson, Attorney 

When Kaylee walked into 

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realized Kaylee needed immediate representation. Kaylee explained that her 

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months short of turning 18 years old and had a younger brother and sister which 

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historic church in Gotha in 2000, but 

now they have relocated to Winter 

Garden. The Church of Christ 

at Gotha occupied the small, white 

church for a while, but it too has relocated. 

Since 2006, the Foundation 

for the Historical Zion Lutheran 

Church of Gotha has owned the 

property. 

A hard freeze in 1886, bad weather 

in 1888, and a yellow fever epidemic 

led many settlers to leave the Gotha 

area. The severe freezes of 1894 and 

1895 decimated the groves, and, 

eventually, Hempel moved back to 

Buffalo. But, by then, the community 

was well-established. In 1900, the 

Census Bureau reported 202 residents 

in the Gotha vicinity. Ten years later, 

that number had increased to 298. 

The area is ripe with history. In 

1995, Orange County commissioners 

designated the Gotha Rural Settlement 

the county’s first historic preservation 

district, thus future development 

must follow the rural and historical 

character of the community. 

Palm 

Cottage Gardens 

One of the people who bought land 

in the 1800s was botanist Henry 

Nehrling, who was born in Howard’s 

Grove, Wisconsin, to German parents. 

Nehrling purchased 40 acres from his 

friend, Francis von Siller, in 1886, 

without seeing the property and arrived 

later that same year for the first 

time. From 1886 to 1904, Nehrling 

spent one or two months each year 

clearing and working on his land. He 

planted oranges and built a small oneroom, 

pine-walled cabin. He planted 

palms and magnolias in 1890 and 

named the property Palm Cottage 

Gardens. 

After visiting the Colombian 

Exposition in Chicago in 1893, 

Nehrling became interested in fancyleafed 

caladiums. His work with caladiums 

would make him famous. 

Nehrling planted 250,000 caladiums 

annually and had about 1,500 

named varieties. He praised the 

property, which also includes palms, 

bamboo, night-blooming cereus, 

tropical pond lilies and magnolias, 

for its tranquility and peace. 

In 1896, he purchased an additional 

25.65 acres, 

and Nehrling and 

his family moved to 

Florida in 1902. He 

bought an 1880s-era 

abandoned house 

and kitchen near 

Lake Olivia, dismantled 

it, moved it 

by ox cart, and fixed 

up the two-story frame 

vernacular-style home 

and kitchen. The 

house, with its heartpine 

floors and sleeping 

porch, is located 

about 200 feet down a narrow drive 

from Hempel Road on Lake Nally. 

Nehrling experimented with tropical 

and subtropical plants, testing more 

than 3,000 new and rare species for 

the U.S. Department of Agriculture. He 

introduced hybrid amaryllis and gloriosa 

lilies to the Florida landscape. 

Many of those original plants remain 

on the property. Nehrling entertained 

Theodore Roosevelt, Thomas 

Edison and other luminaries at the 

Hempel Avenue site. 

Henry Nehrling’s house was the site of the botanist’s 

passion for caladiums and other tropical plants. 

Nehrling died at Palm Cottage 

Gardens in 1929 and is interred at 

Woodlawn Memorial Park in Gotha. 

His research has been preserved 

in manuscripts at Rollins College in 

Winter Park. In 1979, all but 6 acres 

of the property were sold off. What 

remained was purchased in 2009 for 

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$450,000 by the Henry Nehrling 

Society and is managed by the 

organization. 

The property is listed on the National 

Register of Historic Places. The society, 

with the help of volunteers, cleared invasive 

plants, replaced rotting porch 

steps and railings, and trimmed plants. 

Posters in the living room depict what 

the home and gardens looked like in 

the past, and books by Nehrling are 

placed for browsing. 

The society uses the site as an educational 

center where people can learn 

more about horticulture, environmental 

conservation and historic preservation. 

It is open to the public two Saturdays 

each month. 

One of the largest cities in Orange 

County, Ocoee, has a rich as well as 

troubled history. 

Early Ocoee 

As with much of Central Florida, 

people from the North moved down 

and settled in Ocoee. After contracting 

malaria, Dr. J.D. Starke moved 

to Central Florida in the 1850s. He 

brought slaves with him to work the 

land. The town was originally called 

Starke Lake but was changed to 

Ocoee, which means “no cold,” in 

1886, when the town was incorporated. 

The town also may have been 

named for a river in Tennessee. The 

lake is still called Starke Lake after the 

early settler. 

Bluford M. Sims from Tennessee 

moved to the area in 1881. He purchased 

39 acres in 1883, and planted 

orange trees, grew tomatoes and cucumbers, 

and founded the small settlement 

of about 100 people. 

Settlers established the first school in 

1880 in a hut on Floral Street. A twostory 

wooden structure later replaced 

it. E.D. Perkins was the first teacher, 

followed by William Blakely in 

1881. He also served as postmaster 

and justice of the peace. In 1913, 

Blakely set aside one room in his house 

on West Oakland Avenue to serve as 

a library for the community. 

The Tyler house on Oakland, built in 

1920, remains standing and is a private 

residence. The Pounds- 

Salisbury House, built in 

1887 on Floral Avenue, was 

not so lucky. It has been torn 

down. 

During that time, trains 

carried citrus products to 

market and brought tourists 

to the region. The Tavares 

and Gulf (T&G) rail line 

stopped in Ocoee. The 

Ocoee Lions Club now 

occupies its former station 

at 108 Taylor Street. 

Although Starke’s homestead 

no longer exists, 

Ocoee cattle and grove 

owner William Temple Withers’ 

home, built in 1888, and the Ocoee 

Christian Church, which Withers 

helped to organize, remain standing. 

Withers-Maguire House 

Mexican-American and civil wars 

veteran and lawyer William Temple 

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in 1884 on the advice of his physician. 

Cold temperatures aggravated his war 

The historic Withers-Maguire House is restored by 

the Ocoee Historical Commission in 1984. 

injuries. Withers knew Sims and thought 

Ocoee would be a good place to live. 

He built a magnificent heart-pine 

wood-frame home for about $3,700 

and raised cattle and citrus on the 

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David Oscar Maguire purchased 

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and had worked as a teacher and principal 

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one point. Maguire died at the house 

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The city purchased the property in 

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Women’s Club of Ocoee 

The Women’s Club of Ocoee formed 

in 1924 with members of the former 

Community Club. Members collected 

money in a building fund, and an 

Orlando architect drew up plans for 

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lots on Lakewood Street, and ads from 

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Ocoee Christian Church 

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took place in people’s homes until 

The Ocoee Christian Church, which 

was dedicated in 1891, still stands on land 

donated by Bluford M. Sims. 

Withers drew up plans for the Ocoee 

Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), 

built on land donated by Bluford Sims. 

The church features chancel windows 

designed and made in Belgium and 

a bell from London. It was dedicated 

in 1891 and is listed on the National 

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On National Mayor’s Day of 

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to make their communities better. 

Windermere Mayor Gary Bruhn 

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Myers, Richard Montgomery, Vicki Hearst, Susan Norris Carter, Angela 

Withers, Stephen Withers, Karen Fay, and council members (back, l. to r.) Jim 

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During Florida Wildlife 

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Conservation Awards 

Banquet, 14 outstanding 

Florida conservationists 

were recognized for their 

conservational achievements. 

Award winners 

were chosen from nominations 

made to the federation’s 

board of directors 

based on each nominee’s 

accomplishments on behalf 

of Florida’s fish, wildlife and natural 

resources. Among those was Winter 

Garden resident Jim Thomas, 

who was selected by FWF’s board 

of directors to be inducted into its 

Conservation Hall of Fame. 

Winter Garden residents Maiya 

and Maria Lester decided to put 

Maiya (left) and Maria Lester of Winter Garden 

take in their first puppy, Felton, as volunteer puppy-raisers 

for Canine Companions for Independence. 


their love of puppies to good use by 

helping change lives as volunteer puppy-raisers 

for Canine Companions for 

Independence. Maiya, a junior at 

Bishop Moore Catholic High School, 

and Maria make up an excellent 

mother/daughter team. They recently 

took on their first puppy, Felton, an 

8-week-old yellow ball of fur with 

lots of potential but in need of help 

to shape it into a trustworthy 

assistance dog. Once 

the dog is turned back to 

Canine Companions for 

additional training, it will 

have mastered 30 commands 

and gone through 

basic obedience instruction 

and socialization opportunities. 

Maiya and Maria 

went through a rigorous selection 

process to become 

volunteer puppy-raisers. 

They will help socialize 

puppies and develop the 

canines’ confidence by taking 

them to many places, 

allowing them to meet new 

people, walk amid crowds 

and traffic, and otherwise become 

familiar with the world around them. 

They also will provide a safe home 

and give lots of love. 

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Rotary Club of Dr. Phillips’ 

new membership chairman, John 

Skandamis, together with club 

Rotarian sponsor Rebecca Murray welcomes new 

member Tim Lambert to the Rotary Club of Dr. 

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President Ken Peach and sponsors 

Steven Jamieson, Michael 

Hanley and Rebecca Murray, 

welcomed new members at a recent 

meeting. New Rotarians include 

David Chilton, Tim Lambert, 

Eric Meyer, Anne Moy and 

Anne Marie Vibbert. 

In celebration of this year’s 

new Girl Scout cookie flavor, 

S’mores, Brownie Troop 4015 

visited Wondermade, a gourmet 

marshmallow cafe in Sanford, for 

a workshop on the classic treat. 

The girls had an opportunity to 

sample unique ice cream flavors, 

make s’mores, tour the kitchen, 

learn about the process of making 

marshmallows, and cut and 

decorate their own handcrafted 

marshmallows. 

During its annual installation gala 

at Hard Rock Hotel Orlando, Skal 

International Orlando installed its 

Rotary Club of Dr. Phillips President Ken Peach (left) 

welcomes new Rotarian Eric Meyer. 

(L. to r.) J’Nya, Lilly, Leah, Elise, Shauna, Emma, Selene, Kelsy and Samantha of Brownie Troop 4015 tour 

Wondermade, a gourmet marshmallow cafe in Sanford. 

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(L. to r.) Keith Wolling of Windermere, John Stine of Dr. Phillips, Mark Reid of Dr. Phillips, Duane 

Winjum, Tom White and Jetse Pottinga of Celebration are Skal International Orlando’s officers for the 

2017-18 term. 

slate of officers for 2017-18, several 

of whom are Southwest residents. 

New officers include Dr. 

Phillips resident Mark Reid, 

president; Celebration resident 

Jetse Pottinga, vice president; 

Dr. Phillips resident John Stine, 

secretary; Windermere resident 

Keith Wolling, treasurer; 

and Dr. Phillips resident Richard 

Scinta, Skal USA representative. 

Skal International Orlando is an international 

organization that brings 

together sectors of the travel and 


tourism industry while 

networking, conducting 

business and 

helping communities 

locally, nationally 

and internationally. 

“Our club is so fortunate 

to have the 

dedication of such 

visionary officers for 

2017-18,” Mark said. 

“They are highly accomplished 

industry 

leaders who help our 

club tremendously 

while representing 

Skal nationally and 

internationally with 

great pride. 

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Orlando Magic officials announced 

the dismissal of Rob 

Hennigan as general manager. 

Matt Lloyd was named interim 

general manager and will be a candidate 

for the position permanently. 

“We appreciate Rob’s efforts to 

rebuild the team but feel we have 

not made a discernible improvement 

over the last few years specifically,” 

CEO Alex Martins said. “It’s time 

for different leadership in basketball 

operations. We certainly wish 

Rob and his family well. 

“Matt brings solid experience, and 

his appointment as general manager 

on an interim basis will allow us to 

seamlessly continue our preparation 

for the upcoming draft.” 

Tennis players ages 5 to 8 years 

old enjoyed the first day of Spring 

SOUTHWEST SPORTS 

Junior Team Tennis, which was organized 

and hosted by the United 

States Tennis Association Florida. 

Michele Byrne introduced the program 

and teams to participants and 

parents. All tournaments take place 

at Lake Cane Tennis Center. 

Orlando Area Rowing 

Society’s boys heavy team earned 

gold at the 2017 Southern Erg 

Sprints Championship in Melbourne. 

Team members included Jack 

Kiely, Valentine Lindsay, Sean 

McKinney and Tim Miller. 

OARS is a nonprofit corporation 

created to promote rowing as a sport 


at all levels of interest. Crews are 

composed of middle and high school 

boys and girls. Student-athletes represent 

Dr. Phillips, Ocoee, Olympia 

and West Orange high schools, 

(L. to r.) Tim Miller, Sean McKinney, Jack Kiely and Valentine Lindsay of 

Orlando Area Rowing Society win gold at the 2017 Southern Erg Sprints Championship. 

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as well as a variety of private high 

schools and feeder middle schools in 

the area. 

Soccer coach Joe Gitto is aiming 

to fill a gap in the city of Winter 

Garden’s Parks and Recreation 

Department’s soccer program. The 

department stops offering its soccer 

program to children once they 

turn 13, leaving eighth- and ninthgraders 

with no recreational soccer 

program. Coach Joe is forming a 

nonprofit U-15 league for the boys 

in Windermere, Winter Garden, 

Independence, Horizon West 

and surrounding areas. 

In order to form the league, coach 

Joe needs at least 60 players by 

June 1 to secure the field. Practices 

and games will be held at Braddock 

Park, located at 13460 Lake Butler 

Blvd. in Winter Garden. Coaches 

are also needed. 

For more information or to sign up 

for the league, call 407-488-3214 

or email coach Joe at jagitto63@ 

gmail.com. 

Olympia Titans Pop Warner 

Athletic Association representatives 

announced the 2016 Academic All 

Americans. Student-athletes in the 

top 2 percent in academic achievement 

across the nation include 

fifth-graders Matthew Sheldon 

and Liam Sweeney; sixthgraders 

Colin Anthony, David 

Dupuis, Asiana Govan, Phil 

Lamendola, Gabriel Philippe- 

Fisher and AJ Teter; seventhgraders 

Xander Clifton, Ethan 

Fairhurst and Ryan Mekhai; 

and eighth-graders Stephen 

Zachary, Arianna Chunoo, 

Christina Conenna and Ashley 

Springer. 

The youngsters, who play football or 

participate in cheerleading, are zoned 

for Olympia High School and attend 

feeder schools such as Gotha 

Middle School, Holy Family 

Catholic School, Thornebrooke 

Elementary School and Windy 

Ridge School. 

To register for the 2017 season, instant 

message the team’s Facebook 

page at www.facebook.com/ 

olympiatitanspw. 

The Orlando Magic and DeVos 

family announced they will purchase 

the Orlando Solar Bears 

of the East Coast Hockey League. 

The team will continue to play in 

the Amway Center for the 2017-18 

season. 

“We are thrilled to purchase the 

Solar Bears, giving the team the 

opportunity to continue to play in 

Orlando,“ said Orlando Magic CEO 

Alex Martins. “The Solar Bears’ 


fan base has been outstanding, 

and we look forward to an exciting 

future.” 

Dr. Phillips High School held 

its 2017 Athletic Awards Ceremony, 

during which 35 student-athletes 

and two coaches were honored for 

their accomplishments. 

Men’s basketball head coach 

Anthony Long, who stepped 

down this year after 15 seasons, 

was inducted into the school’s Hall 

of Fame. Head football coach 

Rodney Wells earned the 2017 

coach of the year award after leading 

the Panthers to its ninth consecutive 

district championship and state 

runner-up finish. Most outstanding 

athletes of the year were seniors 

Maddie Magrino, swimming 

and water polo, and Dylan 

Meeks, wrestling and football. 

Bill Spoone Scholar-Athletes of 

the Year were awarded to Elyse 

Decker, lacrosse, and Jake 

Meisenheimer, swimming and water 

polo. Bob Noyes Sportsmanship 

Award winners were Piper 

Johnson, lacrosse, and Sydney 

Capers, football and track. The 

Meritorious Academic Awards, 

new this year, were presented to 

student-athletes who will sit onstage 

as valedictorians at graduation. 

They were earned by Elyse Decker; 

Sarah Demsky, swimming and 

water polo; and Phillip Khoury, 

tennis. The Athletic Department 

also presented principal’s awards to 

select members of each sport. 

Hailey Clark, a seventh-grader 

and Windermere resident, 

earned the title of 2017 Florida 

USA Gymnastics Level 8 State 

Windermere resident Hailey Clark is 

the 2017 Florida USA Gymnastics Level 8 

Bars champion. 

Bars champion. She concluded 

her 2017 season at the Region 8 

Championships in Mobile, Alabama, 

where she won the all-around championship 

title with a score of 38.600 

out of a possible 40. 

Clark also earned gold medals on 

vault, uneven bars and balance beam, 

scoring a 9.675, 9.875 and 9.675, respectively. 

She won a bronze on floor 

exercise with a 9.375. 

In addition to her athletic accomplishments, 

Clark has been on the 

straight-A honor roll all year and 

is a member of the National Junior 

Honor Society. 

Kids zoned for Olympia High School wishing to play football or participate in cheerleading register with the Olympia Titans Pop 

Warner Athletic Association. 

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presented above is the most current, correct and 

dependable available, we do rely on others for 

the source of our news. Therefore, the Southwest 

Orlando Bulletin and Cornerstone Publishing & 

Multi-Media LLC cannot be held responsible for the 

validity of the information presented here, nor does 

mentioning it constitute an endorsement. Sports information 

is welcome and may be mailed to P.O. 

Box 851, Windermere, FL 34786; or emailed 

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Home & Garden 

Spring has sprung and so has the organizing and sprucing-up energy 

that usually goes with it. Southwest Orlando Bulletin’s Home & Garden 

offers tips and advice from local experts on how to improve and protect 

your home and garden this season. 

Andy Phillips of 

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Andy Phillips is an agent with State Farm Insurance Co. who specializes 

in homeowners insurance. State Farm offers one of the most 

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Florida. Its premier coverage is Loss of 

Use, which covers the increase in cost to 

maintain one’s standard of living when 

damage renders his or her home uninhabitable 

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their clients through inspections, 

appraisals and more to make sure 

they understand each step of the 

process and make it as smooth of a 

transaction as possible. 

Satisfied Customers 

“A native of Orlando, Francisco 

has an in-depth knowledge of the local 

market that was invaluable to us 

as we searched for our new home,” 

Ryan said. “We relocated from the 

Midwest and didn’t even know where 

to begin. Francisco took the time to 

get to know us and helped steer us 

toward, not only the perfect house, 

but also the right location. He figured 

out what we wanted before we did.” 

“For anyone looking for a Realtor 

they can trust who will work hard 

for [them], Courtney and Francisco 

are what the doctor ordered,” Scott 

said. “Courtney went above and 

beyond repeatedly, making extra 

efforts beyond what any Realtor 

should do and did so diplomatically 

and effectively. We couldn’t have 

done it without Courtney.” 

“[Cisco’s] experience and knowledge 

of this area is outstanding,” 

Heather said. “He patiently guided 

us through various neighborhoods, 

helping us to find the perfect home 

to meet our needs within our budget. 

Francisco takes the time to find his 

clients their perfect home. He never 

made us feel rushed or pushed.” 

When it comes to finding a Realtor, 

clients want someone they can trust, 

someone who lives in and knows 

the communities they are buying or 

selling in, and a neighbor who has 

their best interests at heart. Courtney 

and Cisco provide that personal 

touch that makes every client feel 

secure in the knowledge they are 

getting the most out of their real estate 

investment. 

For more information about Millennium Homes 

Realty LLC, call Courtney Shoultz at 352-363-0150 

or Francisco Chavez at 407-694-6686. ª


n Sheperd’s Hope honors 

volunteers 

More than 400 corporate and 

community citizens gathered for 

Shepherd’s Hope’s annual fundraising 

and volunteer recognition 

event. The Call to Hope breakfast 

at Rosen Shingle Creek raised 

$490,000 in one-time gifts, as well 

as multiyear and five-year pledges, 

for the faith-based nonprofit celebrating 

its 20th anniversary. The 

event also highlighted the work of 

volunteer medical and lay personnel 

who aid in providing free medical 

care to the uninsured and underinsured 

at the organization’s five local 

health clinics. Shepherd’s Hope 

volunteers contributed 42,519 hours 

equal to $2.4 million in in-kind volunteer 

services in 2016. 

Named in honor of Shepherd’s 

Hope’s first volunteer, Executive 

Director Dr. Ruth McKeefery, volunteers 

of the year in four categories 

received special recognition. They 

were Outstanding General Volunteer 

of the Year Muhammed Hasan; 

NEWS & BUSINESS BRIEFS 

Outstanding Volunteer Nurse of 

the Year Bonnie Kellogg, RN; 

Outstanding Physician of the Year Dr. 

Ronald C. Knipe; and Outstanding 

Volunteer Clinical Practitioner of the 

Year Patricia Weinstein, ARNP. 

For more information, call 407-876- 

6699 or visit shepherdshope.org. 

n Ocoee opens its pool 

The city of Ocoee Parks and 

Recreation Department opened its 

Family Aquatic Center for the summer 

season. Located at the Jim Beech 

Recreation Center at 1820 A.D. Mims 

Road, the pool features a safe, zerodepth 

entry with a maximum depth 

of 4 feet. Pool admission is $1.50 

for adults and $1.00 for children 

and seniors. Group swim lessons 

for all ages older than 6 months are 

offered from June through August. 

Water-safety instructors certified by 


the American Red Cross teach the 

swim classes. The pool will close for 

the fall/winter season Oct. 1. 

For more information, call 407- 

905-3180 or visit www.ocoee.org. 

n Southwest Orlando Bulletin 

has a new owner 

After 35 years of serving the 

Southwest Orlando community, Clay 

and Brenda Kearney, the cofounders 

and owners of Kearney 

Publishing Corp. and longtime 

South Bay residents, have retired 

and sold their company. New owner, 

President and CEO Rick V. Martin 

will continue the Kearney’s legacy 

under Cornerstone Publishing & 

Multi-Media LLC. Martin, who has 

more than 24 years of experience in 

publishing, holds a vision for the future 

of the Southwest Orlando Bulletin, 

Clay (left) and 

Brenda Kearney 

(second from left) 

of South Bay 

turn over the reins 

of Kearney 

Publishing Corp., 

including the 

Southwest Orlando 

Bulletin, to Rick V. 

Martin (second 

from right) and 

his wife, Yvette, 

of Cornerstone 

Publishing & 

Multi-Media LLC. 

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BUSINESS BRIEFS 

West Orange Chamber of 

Commerce held an anniversary 

celebration for Mama Louise 

Restaurant, which has been a 

WOCC member for one year. The 

restaurant, located at 7600 Dr. 

Phillips Blvd. in Orlando, is inspired 

by authentic Italian food, fun and 

Photo courtesy of WOCC 

West Orange Chamber of Commerce members celebrate the one-year anniversary of 

Mama Louise Restaurant joining the WOCC. 

family. WOCC builds partnerships, 

strong businesses and commitment 

to the community by serving as 

the leading business advocate in 

Central Florida, facilitating opportunity 

to nearly 1,000 member businesses. 

For more information about 

WOCC, call 407-656-1304 or 

visit wochamber.com. For more 


Top Dentist in Windermere 2016 

by Orlando Family Magazine. Dr. 

Boers specializes in all forms of restorative 

and cosmetic dentistry, including 

root canals, oral surgeries, 

veneers, crowns, bridges, dentures 

and partials. His practice is located 

in Suite 159 at 1805 Maguire Road 

in Windermere. For more information, 


www.davidboers.com. 

information about Mama Louise 

Restaurant, call 407-345-1000 or visit 

www.mamalouiserestaurant.com 

David W. Boers, D.D.S., of 

Chain of Lakes Cosmetic & 

Family Dentistry was voted 

Central Florida Hotel & 

Lodging Association representatives 

gave out the organization’s 

2017 Hospitality Student 

Scholarships during last month’s 

membership luncheon. One of the 

$1,000 awards was presented in 

the name of the Southwest Orlando 

Bulletin to Matthew Temmer. In 

addition, a full-ride scholarship went 

to recent Dr. Phillips High School 

graduate Caitlin Walsh. In all, 

more than 30 local high school 


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and college hospitality students 

were awarded nearly $100,000 

Summer Reading Program on June 

3 and will continue it through Aug. 

5. Three programs are available by 

age group. Kids’ Summer Reading 

Program is for ages 

3-12, Teen Summer 

Reading Program 

for 11-18, and Adult 

Summer Reading 

Program for age 

18-older. For more 

information or to register, 

visit www.ocls. 

info/srpkids. 

Central Florida Hotel & Lodging Association 

President and CEO Rich Maladecki (left) and Donna Wolk 

present a $1,000 scholarship to Matthew Temmer. 

toward their education. For more 

information, visit www.cfhla.org. 

The Orange County Library 

System kicks off its annual 

Taylor Morrison 

is holding open 

houses with a limitedtime 

special incentive 

every weekend 

this month. Homebuyers are invited 

to tour model homes in select 

communities nationwide and take 

advantage of major savings on 

move-in-ready houses. For more information, 


taylormorrison.com/open-house. ª 

407-757-2241

ACROSS 

1. Big Ben's face 

6. "C'____ la vie!" 

9. Hefty competitor 

13. Water-resistant wool 

cloth 

14. William F. Cody, ____ 

Buffalo Bill 

15. Domenikos Theotokopoulos, 

a.k.a. El _____ 

16. Food-borne bacteria 

17. Bro to sis or sis to bro 

18. Bat dwelling? 

19. *It lights up the sky 

21. *S'more cooker 

23. Turkish title of respect 

24. Sensational promotion 

25. *Take a first aid one on 

a camping trip 

28. Lover of Aeneas 

30. *____ and field 

34. Singular of #26 Down 

36. Lagerlцf's "The Wonderful 

Adventures of ___" 

38. Where there's trouble? 

40. Ripped 

41. Labored breaths 

43. 43,560 square feet 

44. *Done to get in a race 

46. Stash in the hold 

47. Multicolored horse 

48. Type of car 

50. Greek Hs 

52. *Picnic invader 

53. Make like a cat 

55. Nuke 

57. *High ride 

61. *Requires luring 

65. Roundish 

66. Variable, abbr. 

68. "Roots" author 

69. Shoe binders 

70. Shoshonean 

71. Discrimination against 

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seniors 

72. Soon, to a bard 

73. The day before 

74. "The Second Coming" 

poet 


DOWN 

1. Staff leader 

2. Places 

3. Carbon monoxide lacks 

this 

4. "The Late Show" guest 

5. Stabbed 

6. No problem 

7. *Used on powder and 

water 

8. Brindled kitty 

9. Tennis great Steffi 

10. First name in jeans 

11. Maple, to a botanist 

12. Doctor's order 

15. Genus in plural 

20. What Pinocchio was 

doing? 

22. Make a choice 

24. Gun sleeve 

25. *On a string 

26. Paintings in an Orthodox 

church 

27. Layered cake 

29. "Days" in Havana 

31. At a great distance 

32. Served hot in winter 

33. God's revelation to 

Muhammad 

35. Financial aid criterion 

37. Dick and Jane's pet 

39. *Camping abode 

42. Mbabane native 

45. *Shoot this? 

49. Teresa of Calcutta, e.g. 

51. Move sideways 

54. A variety show 

56. Bacteriophage, informally 

57. French novelist Йmile 

58. Popular Russian name 

59. Little bit, in Mexico 

60. Right to a property 

61. "Born ____," movie 

62. Pelvic parts 

63. Home on a limb 

64. Fitness centers 

67. *For any terrain


There are not many individuals 

who receive recognition by 

going through life using only 

their first names. Cher, Beyonce 

and Prince come to mind. But in 

Southwest Orlando, the name 

Ron the Realtor is immediately 

recognizable. 

Ron Ziolkowski of Re/Max 

Property S.W. Inc. has made a 

name for himself during the past 20 

years. Ron’s mantra is “The harder 

you work, the luckier you get,” 

and he certainly exemplifies that 

statement. 

For Ron, being lucky is being 

modest. He works hard for his 

clients, and the results are tangible. 

He epitomizes the American 

dream, achieving his success by 

exceeding the goals of every one 

of his clients, one home at a time. 

A resident of Windermere, Ron 

Ziolkowski averages closings on 

two homes each week; is ranked 

No. 9 out of all Re/Max agents in 

Florida, winning every award a Re/ 

Max agent can receive; and is the 

No. 10 ranked Realtor in Orange 

County. In Winter Garden 

alone, Ron has sold more homes in 

the past 10 years than any other 

Realtor in the country. 

Born and raised in Buffalo, New 

York, Ron established his work ethic 

at an early age. Coming from a 

poor, single-parent home and always 

working to help provide, Ron 

obtained his first job at the age 

of 12, walking 2 miles to a local 

restaurant after school. Continuing 

to work in restaurants through college, 

Ron honed his customer service 

skills. He also developed a 

BUSINESS 

passion for cooking. Married for 

17 years to his lovely wife, Kathy, 

and a father of three teenagers — 

Evan, Owen and Kaitlyn — Ron 

delights in preparing meals for his 

PROFILE 

A Proven Winner 

Local Realtor Provides Top-of-the-Line Service 

Ron the Realtor averages closings on two homes every 

week. 

family, finding time 

in spite of being 

a Realtor who “is 

always working.” 

Ron said he loves 

everything about 

being a Realtor. He 

credits his success 

with treating every 

client’s goals as 

the most important, 

which has resulted 

in the majority of 

his business coming 

from referrals from 

happy past clients. 

The average 

amount of time a 

house is on the 

market in Orange 

County is 80 days. 

Homes listed by Ron 

sell in an unheardof 

average of 49 

days. 

Ron does it all 

himself. He does not 

have a team, buyers 

agents or closing 

coordinators. When 

a client works with 

Ron, he is there for 

every facet, every call and detail 

of his client’s transaction. Every 

year he is ranked with massive 

teams, foreclosure auction houses 

and even national homebuilders 

in closed sales volume with just an 

army of one. 

Ron’s website at www. 

RontheRealtor.com encapsulates 

everything Southwest Orlando has 

to offer. His Facebook page gives 

clients a daily look into the highpowered 

Orlando real estate world 

through a top Realtor’s eyes. 

Ron has more than $350 million 

in closed sales. He was voted No. 

1 Realtor in Southwest Orlando by 

readers of the Southwest Orlando 

Bulletin for both 2015 and 2016, 

earned recognition in Orlando 

Magazine’s Hot 100 Realtors 

for the past 12 years, and was 

named Orlando Style Magazine’s 

Renaissance Man of the Year in 

2014. 

According to Ron, if you are 

looking to purchase a home in 

the Southwest Orlando area, “You 

need someone to be in your corner. 

You need a proven winner.” Ron 

knows every street in Southwest 

Orlando, every builder, every floor 

plan, and, most importantly, the 

current market values of the area. 

Clients looking to sell their homes 

need look no further than the 

Realtor who consistently achieves 

above-market price for his sellers 

in record time. The real difference, 

when working with Ron, is the 20 

years of experience and advice he 

provides his clients every step of the 

way during one of the most stressful 

times of their lives. Ron arms them 

with the ability to exceed their real 

estate goals every time. 

No matter the time, Ron the Realtor can be reached 

on his cell phone at 407-592-7653. ª 

407 592 SOLD 

www.RontheRealtor.com 

Ron the Realtor Voted Best Realtor in SW Orlando 

2015 & 2016 by Southwest Orlando Bulletin 

Currently Ranked #10 in total volume in Orange county on ORRA MFRMLS. 

#9 in entire State of Florida for REMAX in 2016. 

RTR has sold more homes in Winter Garden over the last 10 years 

than anyone in AMERICA! 

Over $350,000,000 in closed volume. 

The harder you work, the luckier you get. 

No such thing as after hours. 

Ronald Ziolkowski, PA RE/MAX Properties SW 6985 Wallace Rd., Orlando, FL (407) 352-5800

From Florida’s northern coast to the Keys, 

this state is prime real estate for tropical 

fruit, many of which even grow in Greater 

Orlando. High in fiber and dense in vitamins 

and minerals, these delicious beauties 

are a healthy way to satisfy your sweet 

tooth, cool off and spark up your diet for 

summer. 

Check farmers markets and Asian and 

Latin stores for guavas, papayas, mangos, 

carambola, passion fruit, lychees and longans. 

Many of these can also be found at 

your favorite grocery stores. Here’s just a 

taste of what you’ll find coming into season. 

“Guavas come in all different sizes and 

colors,” said Josh Taylor of Do Good 

Farm in Winter Garden. “They are kind 

of unique and tropical, and they are super 

delicious.” 

Along with papayas, mangoes, star fruit 

and a host of tropical plants, Taylor grows 

four different varieties of guavas, which all 

have different flavor profiles. 

“The skin is edible and so are the seeds,” 

said Taylor, who enjoys guavas straight off 

the tree, or they can be added to smoothies 

or salads. 

Mangoes are one of the world’s most 

popular fruits, hailing from India more than 

FOODIE FOR 

Florida’s tropical fruits are full of flavor 

and health benefits. 

A Taste of the Tropics 

From Passion Fruit to Papayas 

4,000 years ago. With many varieties, 

shapes and sizes, mangoes can be added 

to savory salsas, cooked into chutneys or 

whirled into smoothies and ice cream. 

“You really should be buying them local 

for best flavor,” said Jim Ford of Grower 

Jim’s Plants and Produce in Apopka. 


THOUGHT 

by Kirsten Harrington 

“They should be a little soft and smell like 

a mango,” said Ford, who sells tropical fruit 

at area farmers markets. “And don’t worry 

about a few brown spots on the skin — that 

means they are fully ripe.” 

Carambola, also known as star fruit, 

have a waxy-green exterior that turns a 

deep-golden color when ripe. 

“Some people like to eat them like 

an apple,” Ford said. “The whole fruit is 

edible.” 

Star fruit comes into season in this area 

at the end of summer and into the fall. 

Slices of the beautiful sweet-tart fruit can be 

added to green salads and beverages or 

used as a garnish for grilled meat. Star fruit 

consumed before bedtime also might help 

you sleep soundly because of the fruit’s 

high magnesium content. 

Passion fruit is a hearty, fast-growing 

vine that produces egg-sized fruit (yellow 

or purple) with a jellylike orange interior. 

Cut it in half and scoop out the interior, 

which is filled with edible seeds. Named 

by Spanish missionaries who thought the 

fruit’s brilliant purple color reminded them 

of the passion of Christ, passion fruit can 

be added to fruit salads and sauces for 

desserts, or sweetened and used in juices 

or over shaved ice. 

Papaya is a slimming, cholesterol-free 

way to satisfy your sweet tooth, with just 

39 calories per 100 grams. Offering one 

of the highest concentrations of vitamin C 

of any fruit, it is recognized for its diseasefighting 

properties. When ripe, it has a 

delicious, deep-orange flesh, but can 

also be enjoyed green (unripe) in soups, 

stir-fries and curries. Scoop out a halved 

papaya and fill with chicken salad or 

baby shrimp, enjoy fresh papaya chunks 

seasoned with a squeeze of lemon, or use 

pureed papaya in marinades to tenderize 

meat and impart a tropical flavor. 

Longans are eyeball-shaped fleshy fruits 

that taste a little bit like grapes but sweeter. 

Also known as dragon’s eye, the best 

way to eat these edible orbs is to squeeze 

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them slightly until they pop out of their 

thin beige skin. Lychees, native to China 

where they were revered by royalty, are 

similar, except with a bumpy red exterior. 

They have long been favored for their purported 

health benefits, including relieving 

coughs, fighting cancer and beautifying 

the skin. 

Mango Key 

Lime Freezer Jam 

Ingredients: 

1 2/3 cups mashed mango pulp 

(about 3 small mangoes) 

1 1/2 teaspoons Key lime juice 

(fresh or bottled) 

2/3 cups sugar 

3 tablespoons Ball instant pectin 

Directions: 

Stir mango pulp and lime juice together 

in large bowl. In a separate bowl, mix 

sugar and pectin. Add sugar mixture to 

mangoes and stir thoroughly for three 

minutes. Ladle into clean glass jars or 

plastic containers. Refrigerate for one to 

two weeks or freeze for up to one year. 

Makes two 8-ounce jars. 

Guava Cake 

Ingredients: 

2 cups white sugar 

1 cup butter 

4 eggs 

1 cup guava pulp 

1/2 cup guava nectar 

3 cups cake flour 

1 teaspoon ground nutmeg 

1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda 

1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 

Directions: 

Heat the oven to 350 F. Grease and 

flour a 13-by-9-inch pan. Sift together 

flour, nutmeg, baking soda, cinnamon 

and cloves. In another bowl, mix together 

guava pulp and juice. In a third bowl, 

cream together butter and sugar. Add 

eggs, one at a time. Add flour mixture 

and guava mixture alternately to creamed 

mixture. Pour batter into prepared 

pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes. ª 

Send us your favorite photo — old or new — of you 

and your dad. (Don't worry, we'll return it!) The best 

ones, as judged by our editorial staff, will win your dad 

some great prizes from area businesses. Even if you don't 

win, your picture could appear as an honorable mention 

in the Southwest Orlando Bulletin. Don't delay! All 

photos must be received by May 24 for a chance to 

appear in our June 15 issue. 

Be sure to include your name, address, phone number, email address, your 

dad's name and your dad's neighborhood. Feel free to include any additional 

information about the photo. You and your dad must reside in Southwest 

Orlando. Professional photos will not be considered. 

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2016 Winner 2015 Winner

At a recent Central Florida 

Hotel & Lodging Association 

Membership Luncheon, held at the 

Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress, 


scholarships, ranging from onetime 

$1,000 scholarships to 

multiyear $2,000-$6,000 scholarships. 

CFHLA also submitted by Central Florida Hotel & Lodging Association 

awarded 

TOURISM UPDATE 

Caitlin Walsh of Dr. Phillips High School is awarded the 2017 

Don Lorraine Freeberg Foundation’s “Full-Ride” $40,000 student scholarship 

from Central Florida Hotel & Lodging Association President 

and CEO Rich Maladecki (left) and CFHLA Immediate Past President 

Chairman Gerlad Urquiola. 

More than 30 high school seniors receive hospitality scholarships from the Central Florida Hotel & Lodging 

Association Foundation. 

the CFHLA Foundation distributed 

$100,000 in Central Florida 

hospitality student scholarships. 

For the third consecutive year, 

CFHLA awarded a Don and 

Lorraine Freeberg Foundation 

“Full-Ride” $40,000 student 

scholarship to a local high school 

senior who will be attending 

the University of Central Florida 

Rosen College of Hospitality 

Management after graduation. 

This year’s full-ride scholarship 

was awarded to Caitlin Walsh 

of Dr. Phillips High School. 

In total, more than 30 local 

high school and college hospitality 

students were awarded 

community hospitality education 

grants to UCF Rosen College 

of Hospitality Management, 

Valencia College, Orange 

County Public Schools, and 

Orange Technical College. ª 

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MATTER OF 

HEALTH 

May Is Skin Cancer Awareness Month 

by Michael Steppie, M.D., President, Medical Director 

Associates in Dermatology • 800-827-7546 • dermorlando.com 

Skin cancer rates are skyrocketing, 

both in the U.S., where more 

than 3.5 million skin cancers are 

diagnosed annually, and around 

the world. In fact, one in five 

Americans is diagnosed with skin 

cancer at some point in their lives. 

It is the most common form of cancer 

in the U.S., with more new cases 

than the combined incidences 

of cancers of the breast, prostate, 

lung and colon. 

Skin cancer is a malignant condition 

that begins with the uncontrolled 

growth of abnormal cells. Recent 

studies show it can result as an accumulative 

effect from sun damage 

(90 percent in the case of nonmelanoma 

skin cancers). Florida’s near 

year-round high temperatures mean 

we are all at a higher risk. 

Since 1975, the skin cancer death 

rate among Florida residents older 

than age 50 has doubled, and in 

the past two decades alone, the 

incidences of melanoma among 

Hispanic Americans have risen 

nearly 20 percent — a particularly 

disconcerting statistic considering 

that melanoma is the deadliest 

form of skin cancer. 

What are the different types of 

skin cancer? 

• Melanoma is the most deadly 

of all skin cancers. It causes more 

than 75 percent of skin cancer 

deaths. One American dies of melanoma 

almost every hour. 

• Basal cell carcinoma is the 

most frequently occurring skin cancer. 

Although they are generally 

easily treated, BCCs tend to keep 

growing if untreated, and, in rare 

cases, can start to spread. 

• Squamous cell carcinoma is 

the second most frequently occurring 

skin cancer. An estimated 65 

percent of them arise in lesions 

previously diagnosed as actinic 

keratoses. Most are easily treated, 

but if not removed, some can 

metastasize and spread to distant 

tissues and organs, becoming life 

threatening. 

• Actinic keratoses are pre-cancers 

that can turn into SCC if left 

untreated. They are often an early 

stage in the development of skin 

cancer. 

Early detection of skin cancer is 

key. 

Cure rates are high, and recurrence 

rates are low for cancers that 

are caught and treated early. It is 

important to check for changes in 

size, shape and color of pigmented 

areas. 

The Skin Cancer Foundation highly 

recommends an annual full-body 

skin exam by a dermatologist. ª

Every year, the staff at the 

Southwest Orlando Bulletin harvests 

heartfelt, honest and funny passages 

from the entries submitted for the 

Best Mom in Southwest contest. This 

year was no exception. 

Even though all the submissions 

for the 26th annual contest could not 

be printed, the following one-liners 

were too cute to exclude: 

“She is literally the best mom ever, 

throughout all of history, from before 

Jesus’ time to now.” 

Mack McAleavey, 12 

Cypress Point 

“My mom is tough, because her 

back hurts, and she still carries a 

heavy baby.” 

Brookes Green, 10 

Southwest Orlando 

“I love you more than I love myself.” 

Ye’Liah Whitley, 6 

MetroWest 

“Mommy is what I call her, because 

she comforts me, and Mom 

Nothing Sweeter 

Than Mom & Apple Pie! 

doesn’t sound very comforting to 

me.” 

Kathryn Emery, 11 

Stoneybrook West 

“She says I am everything to her, 

and that makes me happy.” 

Ethan Hartfield, 6 

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May 20 — Orlando NF Walk 

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Hiawassee Road, Orlando, hosts the fourth 

annual Orlando NF Walk to raise awareness 

and funds for neurofibromatosis (NF) research. 

NF is an under-recognized genetic disorder that 

causes tumors to grow on nerves throughout 

the body. Activities include food, face painting, 

live music, costumed superheroes and fun. The 

public is welcome, and registration is required. 

On-leash dogs are welcome, too. Time: 9 

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information, visit www.nfwalk.org/orlando. 

May 21 — Donations Needed 

Southwest resident and Realtor John Scolaro 

seeks donations for his Team in Training, participating 

in the Gran Fondo New York 100-mile 

cycling event. Proceeds benefit The Leukemia & 

Lymphoma Society. In addition, Anthony’s Coal 

Fired Pizza will donate 20 percent of tracked 

dine-in and takeout sales every Tuesday in May. 

(Tell your server you are supporting The Leukemia 

& Lymphoma Society.) Café de Paris is donating 

$1 for every bag of coffee or box of K-Cups 

purchased online or at the restaurant. For more 

information, visit pages.teamintraining.org/ 

ncfl/granfndny17/jscolaro. 

May 23 — Prelude to 25 

DoveCote Brasserie, 390 N. Orange Ave., 

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by musicians from the Orlando Philharmonic 

Orchestra. Time: 6 p.m. Cost: $100, with proceeds 

benefiting OPO’s season of concerts and 

educational programs. For more information, 

call 407-896-6700, ext. 224. 

June 3 — Make ‘M Smile Festival 

Downtown Orlando’s Lake Eola Park hosts the 

15th annual Make ‘M Smile, a festival that celebrates 

children and adults with special needs 

and their families. Activities include a friendship 

stroll, free food, entertainment, bounce 

houses and more. Proof of disability is required. 

Time: 7:30 a.m. Wristbands are free for VIPs 

(attendees with special needs) and their parents 

and siblings. Additional wristbands can 

be purchased for extended family members and 

friends for $5 each. VIP families must preregister 

at nathanielshope.org by May 29. For more 

information, email info@nathanielshope.org. 

June 17 — Puttin’ On The Litz 

Ports of Call at SeaWorld hosts Puttin’ on the 

Litz in support of Alex Litz, who sustained a 

traumatic brain injury in a life-altering automobile 

accident. The event includes dancing 

and a live auction. Time: 6 p.m. Cost: $65 

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information, email puttinonthelitz@gmail.com. 

June 22 — Walk A Mile In Her 

Shoes 

Harbor House of Central Florida’s fifth annual 

Walk A Mile in Her Shoes, including music, 

food trucks and vendors, starts at the Orange 

County Courthouse and ends at Dr. Phillips 

Performing Arts Center. Participants strap on 

stilettos, slip on slingbacks or prance in pumps 

for the walk. Sponsorships are available. Time: 

5 p.m. for check-in and 6 p.m. for the event. 

Proceeds benefit Harbor House of Central 

Florida. For more information or to register, 

visit wam2017.kintera.org. 

June 23 & 24 — Mascot Games 

Amway Center hosts the 24th annual Mascot 

Games, sponsored by New Hope for Kids 

and presented by Wawa. Twenty-four of the 

best and most popular mascots from across 

North America join Orlando Magic’s Stuff for 

the annual competition. Time: Friday at 12:30 

p.m. and Saturday at 2 p.m. Cost: Tickets start 

at $12, with proceeds benefiting New Hope 

for Kids, which provides support to children 

and families grieving the death of a loved one 

and grants wishes to local children with lifethreatening 

illnesses. For more information, visit 

amwaycenter.com or www.mascotgames.org. 

July 22 — Celebrating 

Independence Gala 

Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando, 

hosts Center for Independent Living’s annual 

Celebrating Independence Gala, including an 

orange-carpet entrance, silent auction, complimentary 

cocktails, dinner and the presenting 

of this year’s Beverly Chapman Legacy 

Award to Andy Gardiner. Time: 6:30-9:30 

p.m. Cost: $80, with proceeds benefiting CIL’s 

mission to create a fully inclusive community in 

Central Florida and continue helping people 

impacted -by disabilities. For more information, 

call 407-623-1070, ext. 131; or email 

bpilcher@cilorlando.org. 

n Children’s/Teen 

Programs 

May 29-June 29 — Teen 

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compiled by Lisa Sagers 

The Orlando Public Library seeks Teen Library 

Corps volunteers between the ages of 13-18. 

Participants volunteer twice per week for threehour 

shifts. Must be dependable, punctual, willing 

to complete assigned projects/tasks, and 

a team player. For more information, email 

youthservices@ocls.info or visit teens.ocls.info/ 

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June 3-Aug. 5 — Summer Reading 

Program 

Orange County parents can register their 

children in fun, educational camps, classes 

and events at 16 library locations across 

Orange County as part of the Orange 

County Library System’s Summer Reading 

Program. Except for a handful of camps 

that require a small materials fee, all the 

library’s Summer Reading Program events 

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n Classes/Programs 

May 25 — Presentation On Aging 

Windermere Library, 530 Main St., 

Windermere, hosts an Orange County 

Commission on Aging presentation about 

resources and opportunities for elders. 

Time: 1 p.m. For more information, call 

407-835-7323 or visit www.ocls.info. 

June 5 — Sailing Lessons Begin 

Instructors of the Central Florida Community 

Sailing Program, a nonprofit organization, 

offer sailing lessons, during which students 

learn basic sailing skills and terminology. 

Classes meet twice per week for three 

weeks at the following locations and times: 

Mondays from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Fashion 

Square Mall, and Saturdays from 9 a.m.-1 

p.m. on the waters of Lake Baldwin. Cost: 

$145, includes book. For more information 

and to register, call 407-645-1892 or 

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n Events/Performances 

May 19-June 18 — Art Exhibitions 

The Mennello Museum of American Art, 900 

E. Princeton St., Orlando, hosts Our Orlando 

and American Youth: Our Identity, two new art 

exhibitions that feature the works of local artists. 

Time: Tuesday-Saturday from 10:30 a.m.-4:30 

p.m. and Sunday from noon-4:30 p.m. Cost: 

$5, adults; $4, seniors 60-older; $1, students 

and children 6-18; free for children younger 

than 6 and active/retired military personnel. 

For more information, call 407-246-4278 or 

visit mennellomuseum.org. 

May 26 — Memorial Day Event 

The city of Ocoee commemorates Memorial Day 

with a ceremony at Ocoee Lakeshore Center, 

125 N. Lakeshore Drive. The event includes 

Ocoee resident and retired Army 1st Sgt. Daniel 

Kalagian as the keynote speaker, a processional 

to the Ocoee Memorial Wall, live musical performances 

and ceremonial flag presentations. 

Refreshments are served following the ceremony. 

Time: 11 a.m. For more information, call 

407-905-3100 or visit www.ocoee.org. 

June 12 — Remembrance Event 

Downtown Orlando’s Lake Eola Park hosts 

Orlando Love — Remembering Our Angels to 

honor the lives of those taken during the Pulse 

nightclub tragedy one year prior. The tribute


includes performances by Orlando-based groups 

and well-known artists. Time: 7 p.m. For more 

information, visit www.facebook.com/pulseangels 

or www.orlandounitedday.com/#lakeeola. 

June 12 — We. Are. Americans. 

Concert 

Orlando Repertory Theater in Partnership with 

UCF, 1001 E. Princeton St., Orlando, hosts 

Central Florida Sounds of Freedom Band and 

Color Guard’s We. Are. Americans. — a concert 

that celebrates the nation’s culture, history and 

diversity and marks the one-year anniversary of 

the Pulse tragedy. Time: 3:30 p.m. Cost: $10. 

For more information, visit www.cfsof.com. 

June 16 — Movie In The Park & 

Food Truck Event 

As part of Ocoee’s Movie in the Park & Food 

Truck events, Bill Breeze Park, 125 N. Lakeshore 

Drive, hosts a screening of Sing, presented by 

Illumination. Time: 6-9 p.m. for food trucks; the 

movie starts at 8:30 p.m. The movie viewing is 

free, and food truck prices vary. For more information, 

call 407-905-3180 or visit www.ocoee.org. 

June 16 & 17 — American Roadtrip 

Performances 

Calvary Assembly, 1199 Clay St., Winter 

Park, hosts performances of Central Florida 

Community Arts’ American Roadtrip, performed 

by the 155-piece CFCArts Symphony Orchestra. 

Time: 7:30 p.m. Cost: $10 for advance general 

seating, $15 for prime seating, and $25 for 

priority seating. Children 12-younger are free. 

Tickets will be available at the door for $15 

(general seating) and $25 (priority seating). 

For more information, call 407-937-1800, ext. 

710; or email boxoffice@cfcommunityarts.com. 

June 17 — Hot Dogs, Cool Cats 

Adopt-A-Thon 

Orange County Animal Services, 2769 Conroy 

Road, Orlando, hosts the Hot Dogs, Cool Cats 

Adopt-a-Thon, during which there are reduced 

adoption fees for animals, and all adopters 

receive a special goody bag. Time: 10 a.m.-6 

p.m. For more information, call 407-836-3111 

or email animalservices@ocfl.net. 

Aug. 11 — Donald Fagen & The 

Nightflyers Performance 

Hard Rock Live at Universal CityWalk hosts 

a performance by Donald Fagen & The 

Nightflyers. For more information, call 407- 

351-5483 or visit hardrock.com. 

n Miscellaneous 

Through May 31 — Deadline For 

Open Call For Artists 

The city of Orlando seeks local artists to submit 

preliminary conceptual renderings for a 

bronze relief wall in front of the brand-new 

Fire Station 2 in the Parramore district. The 

Public Art Advisory Board makes final recommendations 

for the artist selected. The artist 

should be disciplined in sculpting and have a 

professional knowledge of bronze technique, 

and the artwork submission should include the 

mounting concept as well, whether a stand-off 

mount, bracket or suspension. Interested artists 

should submit a bio or résumé, including where 

they are from and discipline; a minimum of two 

drafts of artwork in jpg format (small files); and 

a brief description of the plan with timeline and 

foundry’s timeline for completion and installation. 

It is important for the project to reflect the 

“Pride of Parramore” theme, an inherent feeling 

within the community that spans decades of 

culture, community and honor. For more information 

or to submit renderings, email City of 

Orlando Public Art Coordinator Keith Beasley 

at charles.beasley@cityoforlando.net. 

Through June 1 — New Musical 

Discovery Submission Deadline 

Florida Theatrical Association is accepting 

entries for the second annual New Musical 

Discovery Series, a showcase for new musicals 

to be presented Sept. 8-10, at The Mezz and 

The Abbey in downtown Orlando. Two works 

will receive a staged reading, and one additional 

work will have a workshop presented, 

featuring local directors and talent. Entries must 

include a full script, as well as basic recordings 

of at least six songs from the musical. For more 

information, visit www.floridatheatrical.org. 

Through June 30 — Don Quijote 

Award Nomination Deadline 

The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro 

Orlando and Prospera officially opened 

nominations for the 20th annual Don Quijote 

Awards. Categories are Hispanic Business of 

the Year (five years or less), Hispanic Business 

of the Year (more than five years), Professional 

of the Year, Excellence and Hispanic Community 

Champion. (Winners will be announced at 

the Don Quijote Awards Gala on Dec. 9.) 

Nominations are accepted through June 30 

and must be submitted through the event’s 

official website at www.donquijoteawards.com. 

May 20, 27 & June 3 — Farmers 

Markets 

Winter Garden Farmers Market, voted No. 1 in 

America, takes place at 104 S. Lakeview Ave., 

Winter Garden. The market has more than 150 

vendors, and there is a new parking garage next 

to the event. Time: Saturdays from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. 

June 3 — Food Truck Night 

Summerport Village Food Truck Night, a familyfriendly 

event that features a variety of food 

trucks, local vendors, live music and children’s 

activities, takes place at 13790 Bridgewater 

Crossing Blvd., Windermere. Time: the first 

Saturday of every month from 5:30-9 p.m. 

June 18 — Father’s Day Picnic 

Buffet 

Harry’s Poolside Bar & Grill at Rosen Centre, 

9840 International Drive, Orlando, offers 

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soups, salads, grilled and smoked entrées, dessert and more. Time: 

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n Networking/Clubs 

Ongoing — Mah-Jongg Players Needed For New 

Group 

Experienced American mah-jongg players are needed for a new 

weekly group. As soon as there are enough members, the group 

will play at Westerly’s Restaurant in MetroWest Golf Club, 2100 

S. Hiawassee Road, Orlando. Time: Wednesdays at 1 p.m. 

Participants should bring their current national mah-jongg cards, 

mah-jongg sets and $4 in change to play. For more information 

and to sign up, call Renee, 407-219-4518. 

Ongoing — Running Club for Women 

Moms Run This Town, a women’s running club with more than 

10,000 members nationwide, invites local women to get together to 

run/walk/jog and socialize. All skill levels (from beginning walkers 

to experienced marathoners) are welcome, and an encouraging 

and informative online support community is provided. To join the 

Orlando chapter, visit www.facebook.com/groups/centralflorida. 

mrtt. For more information, email mrttcentralfl@gmail.com or visit 

www.momsrunthistown.com/centralfl. 

Ongoing — Members Needed 

The West Orange Women seeks women of all ages to join its 

social group where they “build friendships while helping others.” 

The 200-plus members enjoy more than 25 fun activities each 

year. For more information, visit www.westorangewomen.com. 

Ongoing — Members Needed 

The Baby Boomer Bunch of Southwest Orlando seeks members for 

its social group, which consists of men and women, single and 

married, born between 1946-64. Activities include dining out and 

more. For more information or to sign up, visit www.meetup.com/ 

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n Support Groups 

June 13 — Cancer Support Ministry 

Building A, Room 201, at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 

4851 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando, hosts a cancer 

support ministry for individuals and families affected by cancer. 

The meeting, led by cancer survivors and caregivers, is 

open to all cancer patients, survivors, caregivers and loved 

ones in the community. Time: the second Thursday of each 

month from 6:30-8 p.m. For more information or to RSVP, 

call 407-876-4991, ext. 262; email care@st.lukes.org or visit 

www.st.lukes.org/care. 

June 13 — Support Group Meeting For 

Caregivers 

The Alzheimer’s & Dementia Resource Center sponsors a free 

support group meeting for caregivers in the Suite 281 Conference 

Room (next to the south elevators on the second floor) at Health 

Central Hospital, 10000 W. Colonial Drive, Ocoee. Time: second 

Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. For more information, call 407- 

843-1910 or visit www.adrccares.org. 

June 19 — Stroke Support Group Meeting 

The Winter Park Civic Center, 1050 W. Morse Blvd., Winter Park, 

hosts a free meeting of the BCenter’s Stroke Support & Social 

Group. A deli-style lunch is provided. Reservations via email are 

requested to valerie@bcenter.com. Time: third Monday of each month 

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n Volunteer Opportunities 

Ongoing — Volunteers/Docents Needed 

Oakland Nature Preserve, 747 Machete Trail, Oakland, seeks 

adults interested in learning about the history, wildlife, plants 

and restoration efforts at ONP to volunteer at the preserve to 

greet visitors, help answer questions and lead a tour from time 

to time. Workdays are Mondays and/or Saturdays. For more 

information, email outreach@oaklandnaturepreserve.org or visit 

www.oaklandnaturepreserve.org/guide. To register online, visit 

oaklandnaturepreserve.org. 

Ongoing — Volunteers Needed 

The Mustard Seed of Central Florida, 12 Mustard Seed Lane, 

Orlando, seeks volunteers who can help with donation sorting, 

mattress recycling, warehouse maintenance, administrative work, 

special events or general maintenance. For more information, call 

407-875-2040, ext. 110; or email jessi@mustardseedfla.org. 

Ongoing — Volunteers Needed 

The Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, which 

advocates for quality long-term care, seeks volunteers. Training 

is provided. For more information, call 888-831-0404 or visit 

ombudsman.myflorida.com. 

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ONE COMPLIMENTARY BEER FOR EACH PAYING DAD. 

A la carte lunch 11:30 AM–5 PM 

A la carte dinner 5 PM–10 PM 

Seating available both inside and outside. 

COMPLIMENTARY VALET OR SELF-PARKING. 

For complete menu, visit RosenCentre.com/FathersDay or call 407.996.8551. 

9840 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819 

*Plus service charge and sales tax. Not valid with any other offers or discounts.

P.O. Box 851 

Windermere, FL 34786 

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U.S. Postage 

PAID 

Permit #200 

Zip Code 33805 

National WEST Open ORANGE House 

COUNTY 

Discover Taylor Morrison’s six luxury communities in the West Orlando area. Each community offers a variety of home styles and price ranges to choose from. 

IS NOW 6 TIMES BETTER WITH TAYLOR MORRISON! 

Every weekend 

Find 

in 

the exclusive 

May 

neighborhood and classic lifestyle you’ve been searching for with Taylor Morrison. 

• 2,274 - 4,290 Sq. Ft. 

• 3 - 4 Beds 

Taylor Morrison opens doors to a wide selection of beautiful new homes with 

• 2 - 3.5 Baths 

a limited-time special incentive. Tour model homes at select communities every 

weekend in May and take advantage of major savings on move-in ready homes. 

THE COVE AT HAMLIN 

• 1,938 - 3,300 Sq. Ft. 

• 2 - 3 Bedrooms 

• 2.5 Baths 

• 3,314 - 4,882 Sq. Ft. 


• 3.5 - 4.5 Baths 

When you purchase a move-in ready home now through May 31. * 

CYPRESS RESERVE 

HAVENCREST 

• 2 - 3 Car Garage 

• From the $300s 

14193 Jomatt Loop, Winter Garden, FL 34787 | 407-439-0011 

• 2 Car Garage 


5717 Hamlin Groves Trail, Winter Garden, FL 34787 | 407-905-4675 

OVERLOOK AT HAMLIN 

• 1,965 - 5,173 Sq. Ft. 

• 3 - 6 Bedrooms w/ Den 

• 2 - 5.5 Baths 

• 2 - 3 Car Garages 

• From the high $270s 

• Waterfront Homesites 

7719 Minutemen Loop, Winter Garden, FL 34787 | 407-905-4651 

• 1 - 2 Story Homes 



7518 Blue Quail Lane, Orlando, FL 32835 | 407-628-3602 

THE RESERVE AT PHILLIPS COVE 

NOW SELLING! 

• 2,681 - 4,121 Sq. Ft. 


• 2 - 3 Baths 

ESTANCIA AT WINDERMERE 

To learn more, see a community sales manager, call 407.756.5025 

NOW SELLING! 

or visit taylormorrison.com/open-house. 

• 3,314 - 4,927 Sq. Ft. 

• 4 - 5 Bedrooms w/ Den 

• 3 - 5 Baths 




6975 Phillips Reserve Court, Orlando, FL 32819 | 407-439-0013 


• 2 - 3 Car Garages 


*Limited time “National Open House” Closing Cost Incentive Special Offer begins on new home contracts written as of 5/1/17 - 5/31/17 (“Promotion Period”) and is valid on the purchase of eligible select inventory homes in 

all Taylor Morrison Orlando area communities except Thornbrooke at Town Center (“Closing Cost Incentive”). 1106 Buyer Estancia must pre-apply Woods with Loop, Approved Windermere, Lender before FL submitting 34786 | offer 407-756-5025 

to qualify for the promotion. Seller will pay all 

applicable Closing Costs at Closing listed above, excluding discount points or pre-paid items other than the HOA Initiation Fees listed above that is included, which contributions will vary depending on the eligible home selected 

and other restrictions described below, if qualified buyer utilizes Seller’s affiliated lender Taylor Morrison Home Funding, LLC, NMLS #149227 (“Approved Lender”) and the Title Company was selected only through Seller (“Preferred Title 

Company”). Closing Cost Incentive not applicable outside of the Promotion Period, Orlando-area or in the above excluded Taylor Morrison Orlando-area community. Closing Cost Incentive may not be combined with any other offer, unless 

expressly set forth in Buyer’s Purchase Agreement Documents. Total closing cost contribution credited at closing and subject to Seller’s contribution limitations based on mortgage program and loan to value guidelines that are outside of Seller’s 

control. All loans are subject to underwriting and loan qualification of the lender. Services not 

taylormorrison.com 

available in all states. Rates, terms 

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and 

407.756.5025 

conditions offered are subject to change without notice. Buyer is not required to finance through Approved Lender 

or to use such Title Company selected by Seller to purchase a home; however, buyer must use both such settlement services to receive the above or certain other Closing Cost incentives. In the event Buyer applies for financing with any lender 

other than the Approved Lender, or Buyer selects in its election a company other than the Title Company selected by Seller, Seller shall not be obligated to pay any portion of Buyer’s closing costs notwithstanding that such financing is provided 

by the Approved Lender or that title insurance or closing services are provided by the Title Company selected by Seller. For more information about Approved Lender, its licensing and other financing information, please visit taylormorrison.com/ 

tmhf-aba. Offer void Offer where void prohibited where or prohibited otherwise or restricted otherwise by law. restricted All information by law. (including, All incentives, but not limited pricing, to availability prices, availability, and plans incentives, subject floorplans, to change site or plans, delay features, without standards notice, and options, pricing assessments may not include and fees, options, planned upgrades, amenities, programs, lot or elevation premiums. Included and 

upgraded conceptual features artists’ will renderings vary by and home. community Square development footage and plans) dimensions is not guaranteed are estimated and remains and subject may vary to change in actual or delay construction. without notice. Please Maps see and plans a Taylor are not Morrison to scale Sales and all Community dimensions are Manager approximate. for additional Please see a details Taylor Morrison © May, 2017, Sales Taylor Morrison of Florida, Inc. 

CBC1257462. All rights reserved. 

Associate for details and visit www.taylormorrison.com for additional disclaimers. ©October 2016, Taylor Morrison of Florida, Inc. All rights reserved.

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