August 2013 - The Florida Focus

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Volume 4 • Number 8 • August 2013 • COMPLIMENTARY
No Vacancy!
Florida stores fully occupied and ready to serve
On North Main near the intersection of 17A/94, the Laundry Shak
has recently installed new dryers for your wash-day pleasure.
With a spate of “Grand Openings” recently, Florida’s
business district looks to be thriving. Offering choices of
where to eat (from barbecue to babka), have a hair cut (or
get your nails done), pick up a paperclip (or a spare part for
the lawn mower), get a fine bottle of wine (or a 6-pack), or
simply hang out and enjoy an ice cream, Florida has most
anything you need. Photographer Sandy Powell took the
Focus on and off Main to remind us what we have—and show
us what’s new—right here in our beautiful village.
Continued on pages 10, 15, and 24
North Main’s anchor store: Werner’s True Value, where you can
get everything from ant traps to underwear.
The Keats Agency on N Main, surely one of the cutest-looking
insurance agencies in the area.
Just off Main on Bridge St, Dwayne’s Glass Works does
everything from shower doors to storms and screens.
The Professional Building on N Main, which holds Village Realty,
Allstate Insurance, and a host of other small businesses.
New Beginnings Treatment Spa on N Main. Be treated like a
queen while you get your mani/pedi, facial, or massage.
Chumley’s, on N Main, puts the “BBQ” in Florida. They recently
won "Best Ribs" at Rock Ribs and Ridges 2013.
Florida Bakery and Deli on S Main puts the “babka” in Florida.
Polish meals and baked goods served homestyle.
Enjoy pizza, pasta, and more at FraNico’s Pizzeria (left) on S Main.
Get your morning paper and more at Michael’s Wall of Discounts (right).
Gas up and go at QuickChek on N Main at 17A/94.
Walden Savings Bank on N Main. You’ll often see their
employees helping out at community events.
PAGE 2 • The Florida Focus • August 2013
Florida Family FunFest 2013
Sunday August 11th - 5K & 10k Race at Glenmere and FunFest on Main Street
Music, vendors, rides, food, raffles, awards - a day of FUN! Visit: floridafamilyfunfest.org
COMMUNITY CALENDAR • AUGUST 2013
Thursday 1
Friday 2
Saturday 3
Friday 9
Saturday 10
Saturday 17
• Flor-Wick Friends Meeting;
1 PM, FSC.
Sunday 4
Monday 5
Tuesday 6
Wednesday 7
Thursday 8
• St. Stan Rosary Society
Meeting; 11:30 AM; PI.
• SS Seward Alumni Baseball;
2 PM, Rock Sports Park,
Chester
• Florida Fire Dept Meeting;
7 PM, Florida Fire House.
• Pulaski Fire Dept Meeting;
8 PM, PI.
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• Florida Farmer’s Market; 11:30
AM-5:30 PM, Rte 17A & 94
• Seward Seniors Cake &
Coffee; Noon. Regular
Business Meeting; 1 PM, FSC.
• Florida Focus Meeting; Noon,
Florida Bakery & Deli.
• Golden Floridians Business
Meeting & Bingo; 1 PM, FSC.
• Florida Chamber of Commerce
Board of Directors Meeting;
5:15 PM. General Membership
Meeting; 6 PM, FSC.
• Florida Family Fun Fest
Committee Meeting; 7 PM,
Village Hall.
• FFD Multi-Unit Drills; 6:45 PM,
Florida Fire House.
• Flor-Wick Friends bus trip to“All
Shook Up”; bus leaves
9:30 AM, FSC.
Sunday 11
Monday 12
Tuesday 13
Wednesday 14
Thursday 15
Friday 16
AM-5:30 PM, Rte 17A & 94
• Village Planning Board
Materials Due by Noon, Village
Hall.
• Seward Seniors Luncheon;
Noon. Activity Day; 1 PM, FSC.
• St. Joseph Holy Name Society
Meeting; 7:30 PM, Parish Hall
• Golden Floridians Bring Own
Lunch; Noon. Ice Cream
Social; 1 PM, FSC.
• Village Board Meeting;
7:30 PM, Village Hall.
• Flor-Wick Friends Amishlands
Trip leaves
• Flor-Wick Friends Meeting;
1 PM, FSC.
• Florida Lions Club Meeting;
6 PM, Copper Bottom.
• Flor-Wick Friends Amishlands
Trip returns
• Seward Seniors Trip to
Mohegan Sun; bus leaves
10 AM, FSC.
• Golden Floridians Trip to
Shawnee for lunch & show
“King & I”; bus leaves 10 AM,
FSC.
• 6th Annual 5K & 10K Race;
8 AM, Glenmere Lake.
• Florida Family Fun Fest; 1 PM
– 8 PM; Main Street Florida.
Visit the Florida Focus booth
and pick up a ticket for our
“Winner’s Choice” Raffle!
Sunday 18
Monday 19
Tuesday 20
Wednesday 21
Thursday 22
Friday 23
• Free Blood Pressure
Screening; Florida Fire House.
• American Legion Post 1250
Meeting; 7 PM, Legion Hall
Cohen Circle.
• Florida Focus Deadline to
Reserve Ad Space.
AM-5:30 PM, Rte 17A & 94
• Seward Seniors Cake &
Coffee; Noon. Regular
Business Meeting; 1 PM, FSC.
• Village Planning Board Work
Session; 7:30 PM, Village Hall.
• Golden Floridians Business
Meeting & Bingo; 1 PM, FSC
• Seward Seniors Trip to Glen
Falls “Elvis”; bus leaves 10 AM,
FSC.
• Seward House Restoration
Meeting; 7 PM, FSC.
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AUGUST ISSUE OF
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Tuesday 27
Wednesday 28
Thursday 29
Friday 30
• The Florida Focus Hits
Newsstands!
• Golden Floridians Picnic; 11
AM, Town of Warwick Park.
AM-5:30 PM, Rte 17A & 94
• Seward Seniors Picnic; Noon,
Town of Warwick Park. No
Activity Day
• FFD Multi-Unit Drills; 6:45 PM,
Florida Fire House.
• Golden Floridians Game Day;
1 PM, FSC. Rain Date for
Warwick Town Park Picnic.
• American Legion Auxiliary
Meeting; 7 PM, Legion Hall
Cohen Circle.
• Village Board Work Session;
7 PM, Village Hall.
• Village Planning Board Regular
Meeting; 7:30 PM, Village Hall.
Sunday 25
Monday 26
Saturday 24
.
Abbreviations:
FFD - Florida Fire Department
FHS - Florida Historical Society
FPL - Florida Public Library
FSC - Florida Senior Center
GH - Golden Hill
Saturday 31
KoC: Knights of Columbus
PI: Pine Island
PLAV: Polish League of America Veterans
Hall, Pine Island
PTSA - Parent Teacher Student Association
SSSI - SS Seward Institute
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The Florida Focus • August 2013 • PAGE 3
“Worth Buying” and “Subway” Celebrate Grand
Openings
July 10 was a busy day for village and town officials, as well as members of the Florida
Chamber of Commerce. They helped celebrate the grand openings of two stores in Florida:
Worth Buying, located at 2 North Main Street, and the long-awaited Subway, located in the
newly renovated property at 26 North Main Street. Subway co-owners Harold Knebel and
Asad Riaz took charge of the ceremonial scissors first, after which the group walked the
short block to Worth Buying, where owner Andrea Muster cut the ribbon.
continued on page 17
Frozen Ropes/Franklin Sports contest
winner Daniel Weslowski at Citi Field
pictured with Dave Hudgens, NY Mets
hitting coach (above) and NY Mets IF Daniel
Murphy (right) .
Daniel Meets the Mets
Frozen Ropes and Franklin Sports
teamed up to offer one local resident the
chance to have batting practice with the
Mets and watch a game afterwards!
Frozen Ropes asked players to write an essay about why they love playing baseball or
softball and what attending batting practice would mean to them. The winning essay came
from Daniel Weslowski, 10, who not only wrote about his love for playing baseball, but
confessed that he was a die-hard Mets fan.
Surrounded by family and friends, Worth Buying owner Andrea Muster (center) prepares to cut the
red ribbon, held by Florida Chamber of Commerce President Jan Jansen (left) and Town of Warwick
Deputy Supervisor James Gerstner (right). Also in attendance were (left to right), village Trustee John
Barczak, Bob Pugh, Chamber Secretary Lara Licata, John Figliacconi, Nicola Folina, Trustee Tom
Fuller, Andrea’s husband and family, and (at back) Mayor James Pawliczek, Trustees Brian Slattery
and Craig Olejniczak, Joe Coleman, and Mickey Shuback of the Warwick Town Board.
Weslowski, of Florida, said he knows everything about the Mets, including every players’
batting average. And, he doesn’t miss a game. “If I have to go to bed I DVR the game and
get up early to watch before I go to school,” he wrote. He ended his essay with a final plea:
“If I ever met the team I
would probably pass out.
• Free estimates
• Furnace & boiler maintenance
Please pick me and make
• Kitchens and baths
me very happy.”
Weslowski attended the
batting practice and game
on July 22. He didn’t pass
out—but he did get to take
some swings with the
Mets, and hang out with
the team before the game.
Subway co-owners Asad Riaz and Harold Knebel take the scissors jointly in preparation to cut the
ribbon held by Town of Warwick Deputy Supervisor James Gerstner (left) and Warwick Valley
Chamber of Commerce President Paul Raffanello. Standing behind Asad is Harold’s proud father
Robert Knebel, whose Florida-based general contracting business renovated the buildings in which
Subway and Worth Buying are located.
Text and photos: Joyce Willetts
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2013 Florida Family Fun Fest
Schedule of Events
Sunday, August 11, 2013
Village of Florida, NY 10921
5K/10K Race begins the day at Glenmere Lake 8:00 AM
Afternoon/Evening events downtown begin at 1:00 PM
and run until 8:00 PM
Opening Ceremony: 1:00 PM on Main Street
Flag Raising with the American Legion Color Guard,
Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts and the singing of the Star Spangled Banner
1:00 PM – closing:
2:00-5:30 PM:
5:30-6:30 PM:
6:30-8:00 PM:
Stage 1
Natalie “Nat the Cat” Gubala, MC
River's Edge Band (Country Western)
Awards & Community Recognitions
Jimmy Sturr and his Orchestra (Polka)
1:30-3:30 PM:
3:30-7:30 PM:
Stage 2
Hot Rod
Tangent (Classic Rock)
1:30-2:30 PM:
3:30-4:30 PM:
Seward Stage
Music
Six Stories Told (Teen Band)
Free rides are available all day
at the SS Seward Field – Enjoy the thrill!
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Pick up a copy of the 2013 Fun Fest Journal
Pick up a free pen at the Fun Fest Booth (while supplies last)
Turn to the center pages of the journal
Collect as many signatures as you can of the 34 people listed
Collect more signatures in the “Surprise Sightings” box
The first 50 people to come to the FUN FEST BOOTH
with the most signatures will receive a
FUN FEST GIFT
Sponsored by:
Big V Properties, LLC
162 No. Main Street, Ste 5, Florida, NY 10921
(845) 651-3292 (845) 651-3322 fax
bigvproperties.com
Florida Fun Fest Honors Outstanding Floridians...
The Florida Family Fun Fest Selection
Committee is proud to announce this year’s
Lifetime Achievement award winner, Citizen
of the Year award winner and Youth
Achievement award winners.
The Lifetime Achievement award winner is
the Rosenberg/Cohen Family, chosen for
the many contributions the family has made
over the years to the Village of Florida. The
present day Village Hall was donated to the
village by the Cohen family. For many years
the Rosenberg family has donated money to
help defray the cost of the music and rides
for Fun Fest. It would be almost impossible
to hold this day without these contributions.
Shirley Coughlin was selected as Citizen of
the Year. Shirley is a 50-year resident of
Florida. She taught at SS Seward for
25 years, was a member of the Florida
Public Library Board of Trustees for 23
years, and is presently secretary for the Fun
Fest Committee, secretary for the Planning
Board and Building Department of the
village, a member of the Friends of the
Florida Public Library, a member of the
Ladies Auxiliary American Legion Post
1250 and a member of the Seward/Mapes
Restoration committee.
This year the committee has 5 Youth
Achievement award winners. Wei Lynn Ng
is a graduating senior at SS Seward. She
was active in many school groups such as
band, Big Sister Little Sister, National
Honor Society, Spanish Club, and others.
Wei Lynn will be attending the University of
Pittsburgh this fall. Two Eagle Scouts,
Robert Matuszewski and Ben Grawi, were
selected for their contribution to the
community. Robert made picnic tables and
benches for the area in front of the water
treatment plant at Glenmere Lake. People
may sit and enjoy eating, reading or just
observing activity on the lake. Ben has
designed a walking trail on the parkland
property. This trail may be used by
residents of the area. Two younger
students, Emily deJong and Searra Bell,
were chosen for their project of redoing the
courtyard at Golden Hill Elementary
School. This area was in disarray and these
two young ladies chose to rework the area
and make it into a beautiful courtyard for
the students and adults alike to enjoy. Both
Emily and Searra will be entering eighth
grade at SS Seward in the fall.
The award winners will receive their awards
at the Fun Fest ceremony on Sunday,
August 11.
Congratulations to all the winners!
ENTRY Form
FORM
Entry
Entry fee is $20 if you pre-register by August 1, 2013; $25 on race day
Make checks payable to:
Florida Family Run Fest
P.O. Box 505, Florida, New York 10921
Name: ______________________________
Address: ____________________________
How Do I Prepare for Race Day?
Race Day Schedule (August 11)
Race Day Prep Checklist:
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Race day registration begins at 6:00 AM
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Both races (5K/10K) start and end at Glenmere Park
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Sleep: Make sure you get
some sleep the night before!
Please Circle ONE:
5K Run
5KWalk
10K Run
HVGP Participant?: Yes No
Team Shak (5K/10K race
directors Tom and Jo
Andryshak) represented
Team Beef for The
Boilermaker 15K race in
Utica on July 14
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Pre-registered Packet pick-up begins at 6:00 AM
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Bib # and Chip: Wear them!
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Please consider car-pooling to the race start
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Hydrate!
Race day registration fee is $25.00 (Please note that Tshirts/goodie bags are for pre- registered only)
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Porta Potty: Get in line early!
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Race Start: 8 AM Don’t be late!
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Pre-race warm-up Yoga will begin at 7:15 AM
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Thank a volunteer. They got up early too!
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The 5K and 10K races will begin at promptly 8:00 AM
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Have a great race!
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Post Race festivities include food, music and free
massages!
Volunteers Still Needed!
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Awards and raffles will begin at approximately 9:30 AM
Road closures for the races will begin at approximately
7:45 AM and may last 45 minutes or longer. The following
roads will be closed: Glenmere Ave, Rose St, Morris Ave,
Werner Ave, Rose St. Ext., New St, Farries Ave, Susan Ct,
Kaye Dr. Hill View Dr.
Zip:
****AGE ON RACE DAY: _______ ****
There is still time to register and get in on all the race fun! Applications are being accepted at
Village Hall and The Laundry Shak until Monday, August 9. Just fill out the entry form on the
right! Online registration deadline is August 8 and you can always register on the day of the race!
Road Closures for 5K and 10K Races
____________________ State:_____
Phone: _______________ Sex: M___ F___
FLORIDA “RUN” FEST UPDATE
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City:
We are still in need of volunteers! Water stations, traffic
control, bag packing, mile timers, picture takers and more!
Please call Tom at 845-742-2016 if you can help!
Our final committee meeting will be Thursday August 6 at
7:30 PM in the SS Seward Cafetorium.
Come out and cheer for us along the course!
T shirt size: S M L XL
(Shirt only guaranteed to Pre-Registrants)
Email________________________________
In consideration of accepting this entry, I, the undersigned, intend
to be legally bound, here, for myself, my heirs, executors and
administrators, waive and release all rights claims for damages I
may have against the Florida Fun Fest Committee and the Florida
Fire House, emergency and Ambulance corps, the village of
Florida, sponsors, volunteers and the directors for any and all
injuries suffered by me. I further agree to save harmless and
indemnify them. I attest that I am physically fit and have
sufficiently trained for the competition of this race and my
physical condition has been verified by a medical doctor. No
portion of this entry fee may be tax deductible. All fees are nonrefundable.
Signature_____________________________
Parent or Guardian if under 18:
____________________________________
HVPS NEWS
Carol Wierzbicki Korey
Named Citizen of the Year
away in 2002. They met in Goshen through
friends and had no children.
Carol graduated from SS Seward and
attended Orange County Community
College. She has been employed in the
agricultural industry for 46 years, and
presently works from home for the Stokes
Seed Company as a sales representative
working closely with and selling onion and
vegetable seed to local farmers in the
Orange County area. For relaxation, Carol
enjoys spending time with her nieces,
nephews and family, bowling. Carol is also
an avid gardener.
Carol Wierzbicki Korey is the only daughter
of the late Genevieve (Jean) Kerstanski and
Stanley (Smiley) Wierzbicki. Carol has six
brothers Eugene, Stanley, Jr. (deceased),
Leo (deceased), Allen, Bobby and Kenny.
She is a lifetime Hudson Valley resident and
now resides in Florida, NY.
Carol is very proud of her Polish heritage
and its deep roots to the community. Carol’s
great grandfather, Leo Filipowski relocated
to Orange County from Greenpoint,
Brooklyn and holds the distinction of being
the first Polish family to settle in the area.
He was one of the first Polish settlers (who
happened to play the clarinet and have his
own band) in the Pine Island area to clear
the swamplands for farming. He contributed
toward the black dirt community as it
stands today. He and his wife, Anna Rhein
and their seven children worked on their
family farm and raised onions and
vegetables. Their daughter Frances
Filipowski Kerstanski was Carol’s
grandmother. Carol’s grandfather (Frances’
husband), Joseph Kerstanski, played the
violin and belonged to a group that played
for many Polish weddings and church
affairs. The love for Polish music and hard
work was instilled in the family household
at an early age. Carol’s Uncle, Joseph Jr.
played the accordion and also formed a
successful band called “Jolly Joe and His
Sons.” The band was very popular and
played at weddings and many local events.
The family music traditions made a
significant contribution to the local Polish
community.
and mother were also excellent chefs.
Whenever any family member visited “The
Wierzbicki Family” they always enjoyed
delicious Polish cuisine, music and laughter.
Carol often states today: “My brothers are
excellent cooks,” just like mom and dad!
Carol remembers her paternal grandmother,
Mary Jarocki Wierzbicki, as a loving
individual who was so proud of her culture
that she always spoke of Poland with great
love and read a Polish newspaper daily. She
was devoted to the church and remained
active until her death at 89 years old.
It was Carol’s mom’s love for Polish music
and song, her dad’s love for cooking Polish
food and her great grandparents/
grandparents proud love of Polish heritage
(as well as her brothers encouragement)
that inspired Carol to continue the Polish
traditions in the “Wierzbicki” family today.
Carol is the host at her home annually for
52 family members (four generations) at a
It was her parent’s influence that inspired
Wigilia supper and a Swieconka Breakfast
Carol to become involved with her Polish
(food blessed by Father Joseph Tokarczyk).
culture and proud heritage. Carol’s father
All family members
participate in the festive
Please visit us at the “Florida Farmers Market”
joyous occasions. Carol is so
each Tuesday, from 11 AM to 5:30 PM
proud and feels blessed to
have such a loving family
involved in her life. She lights
up whenever she speaks
about her nieces and
nephews, especially her great,
great nephew Gavin Gass.
In 1976, Carol married
Richard Korey who passed
Carol is a remarkable individual who has
always contributed many hours of her time
to her community and volunteer
organizations. She is secretary of the
Orange County Vegetable Growers
Association for 30 years, is on the Board of
Directors of the Florida Seward Seniors, a
member of the Polish Legion of American
Veterans Post #16 Ladies Auxiliary, and a
past secretary to the Board of
Commissioners of the Florida Fire District.
Carol is also a lifetime parishioner of St.
Joseph’s Church in Florida, NY.
The Hudson Valley Polonaise Society is very
proud to name Carol, “Citizen of the Year.”
Carol is an active member of the Hudson
Valley Polonaise Society who holds the
office of secretary. She contributes in so
many ways. Carol attends and participates
in every function and activity that is held
throughout the year. Carol bakes monthly
birthday cakes for the Valley View Nursing
Home, bakes and works in the kitchen for
numerous dances held by our organization,
Carol is the Co-Chair for Swieconka (Easter
Breakfast), bakes and helps organize our
Polish language classes held in the fall and
spring, and attends our parade in
Montgomery, NY, and the Pulaski Day
Parade in New York City. She is always
available when needed and gives freely of
her time always with a smile.
Carol, from all the members of the
Polonaise Society, thank you for your
tireless work, commitment and dedication!
Our organization would not be the success
it is without volunteers like you. Carol will
be honored at our annual Wigilia Supper in
December.
Scholarship Recipients
Honored
Each year the Hudson Valley Polonaise
Society awards scholarships to Orange
County High School graduates of Polish
descent. On Wednesday, July 10, the 2013
scholarship winners were honored at a
reception held at the CYO in Pine Island
and presented with $1,000 checks. They
were selected from 13 applicants who
graduated from High Schools in Orange
County.
Sara Lemieux (left) and Emily Jados (right)
Emily Jados of Pine Island is a 2013
graduate of Warwick Valley High School.
While attending High School she was a
member of the marching band, the Student
Council, the National Honor Society and
she participated in track and cross country.
She is also a past Junior Miss Polonia.
Emily is the daughter of Louis and JoAnn
Mikulski Jados of Pine Island. She will be
attending Marywood University in Scranton,
PA majoring in nursing. Emily has an older
sister Kristen who just graduated from Penn State.
Sara LeMieux is the daughter of Jon and
Linda Mudrick LeMieux of New Vernon
Road, Middletown. She is a 2013 graduate
of Minisink Valley High School where she
played soccer for 4 years, was a member of
the Key Club and an exceptional art
student. Sara had her own art show this
spring. She will be attending Russell Sage
College in Troy, NY majoring in Creative
Art Therapy. She hopes to work with
injured veterans upon her graduation. Sara
also has an older sister, Rae. Both she and
Rae are members of the newly formed
Pokolenie Dance Group.
We congratulate both girls on their
achievements and wish them much success
in the future.
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100th Birthday Party for Helen Kuszek
Helen Kuszek, who has lived her entire life in the Florida area, reached an important
milestone on July 9—her 100th birthday! Helen currently resides at Valley View Nursing
Home and is an active member of St. Joseph’s Church. Helping Helen celebrate were
members of St. Joseph’s Living Rosary Society, including Ann Malarski, Pat Lempka, Vicky
Weslowski, Jane Nasierowski, Clara Grzyb, Sr. Bernice Pikul, Adele Lempka, and Rose Bono.
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Blacksmithing for Young Adults
Center for Metal Arts in Florida, NY is offering a workshop for high school students. In this
unique opportunity, students will receive live demonstrations, introduction to the tools,
sights and sounds of the metal studio, and activities designed to explore what it is like to
work with metal. This fundamental session will include an introduction to the forge, anvil,
and hammers under the guidance of a professional blacksmith. For ages 13-17, the program
is on Saturday September 28, 2013 from 9 AM to 12 PM. Cost is $45 and includes lunch
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HVPS Polka Dance Classes in September
Polka dance classes will begin on Wednesday, September 11. Adult classes are from 7:15
to 8:30 PM for 10 weeks, ending on November 13. Due to polka’s popularity with the
“younger generation,” we are again planning to open classes to children ages 6 to 15
years from 6 to 7 PM for 6 weeks ending October 16. Students for the children’s classes
must register by September 1 to participate. To register or for more information, call Hilda
at 845-294-9254 or email [email protected]. It is our aim to continue the
wonderful polka dancing tradition in our area. Classes are held at the PLAV on Legion
Road, Pine Island, NY.
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November 17 when
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2 to 6 PM at the PLAV.
Always great fun and
great food. Call Stella at
845-291-8706 for ticket
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FROM OUR MAYOR
The Florida Family Fun Fest Committee has selected the Rosenberg Family to be
the recipient of the 2013 Lifetime Achievement Award. This is a very good choice.
It was during World War II in 1941 when William and Viola Rosenberg opened
the Victory Market at 2 North Main Street in Florida. This market was a full-line
meat and grocery store, large and modern for its day. Clerks would help the
customers carry their purchases to their cars. For the convenience of their
customers, the Rosenberg Family acquired 2 South Main Street, the former
home of Vernon’s Apothecary, and made a parking lot. Today that location holds
Michael’s Wall of Discounts and Franico’s Restaurant.
It wasn’t long before the Victory Market outgrew its location and the Rosenberg
Family purchased the property at 176 North Main Street and built a
Supermarket known as the Big V Supermarket. Today that property is the home
of Quick Chek, the Dollar Tree and Shop Rite Supermarket Offices.
Throughout their growth and success, the Rosenberg’s never forgot their
beginnings. They purchased the building that was located next to the Florida
Fire House and set it up as their computer center. They donated the property to
the Florida Fire Department when they moved the computer center to their new
offices. The Fire Department used the property to expand their building.
The Village of Florida on many occasions has been the recipient of their
generosity. Mr. & Mrs. William Rosenberg purchased the homestead of Samuel
and Minnie Cohen, Mrs. Rosenberg’s parents, and donated the property to the
Village. That property is now the home of Village Hall, the Florida Police
Department, the Florida Library, and the Florida Senior Center.
Starting on August 7, 2013 and continuing until completed, the Village of Florida
will be replacing fire hydrants on North Main Street going from the corner of
Bridge Street and North Main and continuing to North Main and Jayne Street.
The work will begin around 8 AM and continue until 3:30 PM. During that
period of time, there may be no water or a decrease in water pressure.
Jim Pawliczek, Sr.
Mayor, Village of Florida
PO Box 505, Florida, NY 10921
This article is my way of communicating with you, the residents of the Village of Florida,
on a regular basis. Any opinions expressed are strictly my own.
New Church Taking Root in
Florida
A new church has started in Florida, NY and it
might be the place for you. Clearview Baptist
Church got its start last year in Chester and
moved to Florida in April. The Pastor, Lou Riker,
is a graduate of the Virginia Military Institute
and the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.
"Since my fellow church planter, Art Aversa, lives
in Chester it seemed the logical place to start. A
local church in Chester allowed us the use of
their facilities for free. It helped us to get the
start we needed to acquire a place of our own,”
said Pastor Riker. “In February of this year, we
knew it was time to get our own place and that
place was to be in Florida,” he continued. In
March, the two met with Felix Vega, owner and
landlord of 2 Industrial Drive in Florida. “We
knew that was where we needed to be. We
moved in at the end of April and we are grateful
that God has given us this place and a landlord
like Felix,” noted Pastor Riker.
September to help introduce the church. Pastor
Riker extended an invitation to the entire
community: “We would love for you to join us to
learn more about Clearview and share in some
good food and fellowship.” The date and time
will be announced in the next issue of the Focus.
Clearview Baptist Church is located on the second
floor of 2 Industrial Drive (about 1 minute on the left
after Quick Chek). Church services are on Sundays
at 10:15 AM. For more information visit
www.clearviewbaptistchurch.us or call 845-519-9558.
“We strive to make Clearview a warm and
inviting place where all people can learn about
God so that they can worship and serve Him, the
natural byproduct of that being a care for one
another and for those around us,” explained
Pastor Riker, stating that their motto is 'Living
for others by obeying Christ.' “We are a church
that not only gets involved in the spiritual needs
of people but also in the more tangible needs as
well. As a pastor, my job is to inform people of
what the Bible says about God and show how it
applies to everyday life,” he continued.
Clearview is looking forward to becoming a part
of the Florida community and plans are
underway for a free community barbecue in mid-
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Worth Buying home decor on N Main recently opened its doors.
The building is also home to Robert Knebel General Contracting.
Valero on S Main for gas and sundry food items.
Ming Hing Japanese and Chinese food (left), Carvel ice cream
(center), and Ink-Well II (office supplies and gifts) (right) on S Main.
Just off Main on Bridge Street is Scissors Hair Salon.
The Old Vine on Bridge St offers wines for every taste and budget.
If you don’t know what to choose, David the owner will advise.
Nail Art and Spa (left) and Headlines beauty salon (right) on
N Main.
Logan’s Well on N Main offers lunch and dinner and has a
variety of domestic and imported beers on tap
Tin Lune Chinese food on N Main: stop in for take-out or call up
for delivery.
Canine Clipper on N Main: everything for the pampered pooch.
Excel Physical Performance
on N Main puts the personal in
personal training.
BP Sports Cards and Memorabilia on N Main for the collector in
you. They also offer “Magic” tournaments.
Subway on N Main held its Grand Opening in July. Sit-in or takeout.
The Village Barbershop on N
Main
The Cedar Chest consignment store on N Main, where you might
find just the right dress/skirt/blouse/shirt/pair of pants.
Latino Market & Deli on N
Main offers food and groceries.
Paul’s Market on N Main offers groceries and sundry items
Slattery’s Bar & Grill; and home
of Johnny’s Cafe on N Main
Golden Hill
Elementary
Florida Union Free School District
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SUPERINTENDENT’S MESSAGE
When Change Makes Sense
The Florida Schools are focused on
strengthening our spirit of
innovation, discovering new ways to
personalize learning to reach all
students, and strategies to promote
the continuous improvement for our
teachers and students. This mind-set
is fueled by the fact that the world
has changed and the way we prepare students for success must
also change.
While we focus on change, we work tirelessly to be sure that
change is based on some measure of old-fashioned common
sense. Four questions that guide our planning include:
Who owns the learning? If students are thinking, problem
solving together and questioning one another… the change
makes sense.
Are thinking skills being taught, modeled and practiced? If
students are using specific thinking skills intentionally with
minimal coaching and in new situations… the change makes
sense.
Are students encouraged based on improvement? If teachers
provide feedback or students self-assess based on improvement
or progress toward a targeted level… the change makes sense.
Are questions used as a tool to prompt thinking? If teachers ask
series of questions with several layers of complexity, provide
time for students to think before responding, and create
opportunities for students to question themselves and each
other… the change makes sense.
The new learning modules provided by the State Education
Department support efforts related to the questions above.
While academic expectations are definitely higher, we are
pleased to see that the new learning modules have been largely
successful in helping our students make the leap to the more
demanding work.
The 2013-2014 school year promises to be a great year for our
teachers and students. Teachers and administrators are working
together this summer to continue to study the Common Core
st
Learning Standards, and to design and re-design 21 Century
instructional strategies that focus on the questions above… on
change for the right reasons.
Thank you for your continued support of the Spartans!
Diane Munro
Superintendent of Schools
A New Year at
Golden Hill
Greetings! I hope that you and your
child are enjoying a wonderful
summer! Please let me take a minute
and express my sincere gratitude to
the Florida community, and
especially to those who served on
the hiring committees for giving me
this challenging, yet rewarding,
position of leading Golden Hill
Elementary School.
Florida’s warm welcome is
appreciated! This will be my homeaway-from-home, my extended family.
As we prepare to help students
during these times, my values reflect
those of our schools. As a learning
organization, we will be in constant
collaboration on the best way to
meet the needs of today’s students.
We will use research-based strategies
that help support student learning.
We will monitor student learning,
and if there is a gap, we’ll use the
appropriate intervention(s) to get our
students back on track.
New state assessments, Common
Core Standards and technology are
constantly evolving. But with all of
these changes comes the one
constant, our teachers. These
professional leaders are in our
classrooms to help guide and
support student learning, which in
turn allows for high levels of
achievement for our children. Our
teachers and staff give students the
confidence to take on new tasks,
build relationships, and help support
emotional social growth. Working
together, we can help each student
take on the learning challenges
necessary to become productive
members of our community. We are
confident that with the thoughtful
placement decisions made by the
Golden Hill Team, your child will
have a great year!
I look forward to working with all of
you to help our children become
lifelong learners.
In Learning,
Andy Cameron
Principal, Golden Hill Elementary School
“It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge.” ~Albert Einstein
Meet Mr Cameron!
Golden Hill PTA Plans Summer Get-togethers
If you haven’t met Mr Cameron—Golden Hill’s new Principal—
yet, there’s opportunity to do so before school starts! The
Golden Hill PTA has organized three family get-togethers over
the summer, starting with a free movie night. Bring your
family to watch “Despicable Me” at Golden Hill Elementary
School from 6:30 to 8:30 PM on Wednesday, July 31.
On Thursday, August 15, join us for bowling (under cosmic
lights with music!) at Colonial Lanes in Chester. Preregister by sending a check (made payable to Golden Hill
PTA) to PO Drawer 757, Florida, NY 109216. Cost is $10
per person, which includes 2 hours of bowling, shoe rental,
slice of pizza, and drink. You can also register on the day,
starting at 6 PM; bowling is from 6:30 to 8:30 PM.
On Thursday, August 22, we’ll be having another evening
of baseball and fun at Dutchess Stadium (see left and page
14 for photos of our previous outing there!) Come with us
to watch the Hudson Valley Renegades play Aberdeen
Ironbirds. Gates open at 5:30 PM; game starts at 7:05 PM.
Tickets are $26 and include an all-you-can-eat picnic (served
th
up until 7 inning). Order tickets online at
GADESGROUPS.COM or call Kristen at 845-839-0094 ext
242 (use ‘GHPTA’ as the password/code).
Golden Hill Summer Reading Program 2013
So that students may sustain reading skills over the summer, the District is again requesting that each child read four books over the summer.
The list below contains suggested titles and authors. Your child may wish to select from the list or make a personal selection based on a particular
interest. The important consideration is that children engage in regular reading during the summer. Enjoy the summer and summer reading!
Students Entering Kindergarten
Ahlberg, Janet & Allen Each Peach Pear Plum
Asch, Frank
Happy Birthday, Moon
Blackstone, Margaret This is Baseball
Brown, Marc
Arthur’s Birthday
Burningham, John
Mr. Gumpy’s Outing
Carle, Eric
House for Hermit Crab
Crews, Donald
Parade
Freeman, Donald
Corduroy
Hutchins, Pat
Tidy Titch
Jonas, Ann
Color Dance
McCloskey, Robert
Blueberries for Sal
Rylant, Cynthia
Birthday Presents
Seuss Dr.
Dr. Seuss’s ABC
Walsh, Ellen
Stoll Hop Jump
Wells, Rosemary
Noisy Nora
Westcott, Nadine Bernard Peanut Butter & Jelly: A Play Rhyme
Wood, Audrey
The Napping House
Students Entering Third Grade
Ackerman, Karen
Song and Dance Man
Atwater, Richard
Mr. Popper’s Penguins
Barrett, Judi
Cloudy, With a Chance of Meatballs
Blume, Judy
Freckle Juice
Bruchac, Joseph
Boy Called Slow: The True Story of
Sitting Bull
Byars, Betsy
Tornado
Cameron, Ann
The Stories Julian Tells
Carrick, Carol
What Happened to Patrick’s Dinosaurs?
Cleary, Beverly
Ramona the Pest
Danziger, Paula
Amber Brown is not a Crayon
Fleischman, Sid
Bandit’s Moon
George, Jean Craighead Look to the North: A Wolf Pup Diary
Giff, Patricia Reilly
Lily’s Crossing
Goble, Paul
The Lost Children
Greenfield, Eloise
Grandpa’s Face
Hall, Donald
Ox-Cart Man
Hoffman, Mary
Amazing Grace
Howe, James
Pinky and Rex
McGovern, Ann
Stone Soup
Osborne, Mary Pope Magic Treehouse Series
Park, Barbara
Junie B. Jones Series
Polacco, Patricia
Pink and Say
Sachar, Louis
Marvin Redpost Series
Students Entering First Grade
Asch, Frank
Happy Birthday, Moon
Boegehold, Betty
A Horse called Starfire
Brenner, Barbara
Beavers Beware!
Brett, Jan
The Hat
Bridwell, Norman
Clifford’s Puppy Days
Brown, Marc
DW Thinks Big
Brown, Margaret Wise Goodnight Moon
Flack, Marjorie
Ask Mr. Bear
Fox, Mem
Tough Boris
Gibbons, Gail
The Reason for Seasons
Hutchins, Pat
Rosie’s Walk
Johnson, Crockett
Harold & the Purple Crayon
Keats, Ezra Jack
Whistle for Willie
Krauss, Ruth
The Carrot Seed
Langstaff, John
Over in the Meadow
Lobel, Arnold
Mouse Soup
Lopshire, Robert
Put Me in the Zoo
Marshall, James
George and Martha
Martin Jr., Bill
Brown Bear, Brown Bear
What do you see?
McBratney, Sam
Guess How Much I Love You
McCloskey, Robert
One Morning in Maine
Meddaugh, Susan
Martha Calling
Numeroff, Laura Joffe If You Give a Mouse a Cookie
Oppenheim, Joanne
Show-and-Tell Frog
Rathman, Peggy
Good Night, Gorilla
Seuss, Dr.
Green Eggs and Ham
Students Entering Fourth Grade
Adler, David
Cam Jansen Series
Babbitt, Natalie
Kneeknock Rise
Blume, Judy
Tales of a 4th Grade Nothing
Burnett, Frances Hodgson The Secret Garden
Cleary, Beverly
Ramona Forever
Clements, Andrew
Frindle
Cohen, Barbara
Molly’s Pilgrim
Dadey, Debbie
Bailey School Kids Series
Dahl, Roald
James and the Giant Peach
Danziger, Paula
Amber Brown Books
Gardiner, John Reynolds Stone Fox
Giff, Patricia Reilly
Polk Street Series
Hurwitz, Johanna
Class Clown
Lauber, Patricia
Lost Star: The Story of Amelia Earhart
Lawson, Robert
Ben and Me
Lloyd, Alexander
The Cat Who Wished to be a Man
MacLachlan, Patricia
Arthur, For the Very First Time
North, Sterling
Rascal
Rowling, JK
Harry Potter Books
Sachar, Louis
Wayside School Series
Steig, William
Abel’s Island
Walters, Mildred
Justin and the Best Biscuit in the World
White, EB
Charlotte’s Web
School Starts
September 3rd!
Students Entering Second Grade
Bemelmans, Ludwig
Madeline
Brett, Jan
Mitten: A Ukraninan Folktale
Brown, Marc
Arthur’s Family Vacation
Calhoun, Mary
Cross Country Cat
Cannon, Janell
Stellaluna
Carrick, Carol
Big Old Bones: A Dinosaur Tale
Caseley, Judith
Dear Annie
Coerr, Eleanor
The Josefina Story Quilt
dePaola, Tomie
Charlie Needs a Cloak
Dorros, Arthur
Abuela
Ginsberg, Mirra
Mushroom in the Rain
Hoban, Russell
Bread and Jam for Frances
Joyce, William
Bentley and Egg
Lindbergh, Reeve
The Day the Goose Got Loose
Marshall, Edward
Three by the Sea
Martin, Jacqeline Briggs Snowflake Bentley
Mayer, Mercer
There’s a Nightmare in My Closet
Munsch, Robert
Paper Bag Princess
Rylant, Cynthia
The Relatives Came
Slobodkina, Esphyr
Caps for Sale
Steig, William
Sylvester & the Magic Pebble
Waber, Bernard
Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile
Williams, Vera B.
A Chair for My Mother
Students Entering Fifth Grade
Avi
Poppy
Babbitt, Natalie
The Search for Delicious
Banks, Lynne Reid
Indian in the Cupboard
Baum, L Frank
Wonderful Wizard of Oz
Burnett, Frances Hodgson The Secret Garden
Byars, Betsy
The Pinballs
Coerr, Eleanor
Sadako & the Thousand Paper Cranes
Cooper, Susan
The Boggart
Coville, Bruce
The Ghost Wore Gray
Creech, Sharon
Pleasing the Ghost
DeClements, Barthe
Nothing’s Fair in Fifth Grade
Fitzhugh, Louise
Harriet the Spy
Hahn, Mary Downing Time for Andrew
Henry, Marguerite
Misty of Chincoteague
Horvath, Polly
Everything on a Waffle
Konigsburg, EL
From the Mixed Up Files of Mrs. Basil
E. Frankweiler
Le Guin, Ursula K
Catwings
Lewis, CS
Chronicles of Narnia
Lourie, Peter
Hudson River: An Adventure from the
Mountains to the Sea
Mochizuki, Ken
Baseball Saved Us
Maguire, Gregory
Seven Spiders Spinning
MacLachlan, Patricia
Baby
Naylor, Phyllis Reynolds Shiloh
Park, Barbara
Skinnybones
Paterson, Katherine
Flip-Flop Girl
Peck, Richard
A Year Down Yonder
Ryan, Pam Munoz
Esperanza Rising
Education Today…
Frequently Asked Questions
Florida Union Free School District
2013-2014 Student Calendar
Adopted: 3/21/13
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And read!
Play ball!
Rookies Restaurant and Pizzeria on N Main: check out all the
sports memorabilia!
Haircraft family hair salon (left) on and Kwik Mart (right) N Main.
Corporate headquarters of FPS Apparel on N Main offers
custom apparel.
Bellezza Hair Salon on N
Main
Bask Auto Detailers on N
Main
Corporate headquarters of Zircar Ceramics, which offers standard
and custom materials and products for high temperature systems.
This handsome building on N Main is the home to Spiegel Legal,
Ranni Law Firm, and Co-oper8 Marketing Group
Myles Financial Services on N Main is located in located in the old
bank building.
Florida Pharmacy is located just off Main on Meadow Road, at the
intersection of Rt 17A/94, and round the corner from QuickChek.
Dunkin Donuts on N Main offers a drive-through for your
convenience.
Mavis Discount Tire on N Main.
Elite Nail Spa (left) and Jon Angelo’s Restaurant and Pizzeria
(right) are opposite the Florida Pharmacy
Fav’s Bakery (left), The Copper Bottom Restaurant (center), and
Frank’s Liquors (right) on N Main, next to QuickChek
Central Deli and Bagels at the intersection of Rt 17A/94 offers
eat-in or take-out breakfast and lunch
Dollar Tree, where everything’s a dollar. Located next to
QuickChek.
Dairy Delite, a Florida staple for more than 25 years. Enjoy an
ice-cream by the stream.
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Congratulations to all of our Summer Readers! Return your completed Reading Logs by
Aug. 17 for the prizes. Kids who completed 5 weeks may choose a book from our prize box!
Thursday, Aug. 15, 10:30 a.m.
Ready for Kindergarten 1,2,3!
Miss Maria will read stories about your child’s first day
of school to get ready for their BIG day.
We will have special guests Mrs. Sick
and new Principal Mr. Cameron from
Golden Hill Elementary School. Both
will share favorite books with the kids!
Our program is just for kids entering
Kindergarten this fall in the Florida
School District. Please register online at our website.
Little Red Wagon Reading Club
While your child is enjoying the storytime, please stop
by our display to view examples of the FPL Early Reader
Collection, designed especially for emerging readers.
Find out about our Little Red Wagon Reading Club for
Kindergartners. Parents & other adults welcome.
August Adult Only Programs
Black Dirt Storytelling Guild: The Guild meets on
the second Thursday of each month. Adult story tellers
and lovers are invited to tell a story on a theme or “just
listen.” The theme in August is East & West.
Thursday, August 8 at 7:30 p.m.
FPL Page Turners Book Club: Pick up a copy of our
selection for August, The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry
by Rachel Joyce, a novel of charm, humor, and profound
insight into the thoughts and feelings we all bury deep
within our hearts. Join us for a casual discussion and
light refreshments. Thursday, Aug. 22 at 6:30 p.m.
Knitting Circle: Knitters & crocheters are welcome to
join our casual group. Master knitter Kathleen Braun will
be on hand for lessons to get you started or lend expert
advice for a current project. Monday, Aug. 26, 6 p.m.
Coming in October: Local authors Eleanor Kuhns and
Florida’s own Jimmy Sturr. See online event calendar.
How to Become a U.S. Citizen
Session 1: Tuesday, Sept. 10 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Learn
about forms, requirements, cost, interviews, score guidelines,
questions, vocabulary and the I-912 waiver.
Session 2: Thursday, Sept. 12 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Learn
how to complete the N-400 US Citizen application line by line
and what to expect going forward.
Register online at the event calendar on our website or call
the library at (845) 651-7659 for help with registration.
New Business Resources Available at FPL
New books on starting & growing a business and making smart
money choices, all published by NOLO, a leading publisher of
do-it-yourself legal guides for consumers and small businesses:
How to Form a Nonprofit Corporation by Anthony Mancuso
Legal Guide for Starting & Running a Small Business
by Fred Steingold
Essential Guide to Buying Your First Home by Ilona M. Bray
IRAs, 401(K)s & Other Retirement Plans: Taking Your Money Out
by Twila Slesnick
Get It Together: Organize Your Records So Your Family Won’t
Have To by Melanie Cullen
How to Write a Business Plan by Mike P. McKeever
Credit Repair by Robin Leonard, J.D. & Attorney M. Reiter
and many more available now for checkout!
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& an advanced search for more research-savvy students in 3-5.
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Monday, Aug. 5, 7:30 p.m. ~ Board of Trustees
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Thank you to all of our friends &
supporters for your contributions
towards a successful Summer
Reading Program in 2013!
Friends of FPL, Walden Savings Bank
Employees, Worth Buying Home Décor,
Rookie’s Restaurant & Pizzeria, Carvel
Ice Cream, Florida Fun Fest Committee,
Black Dirt Storytelling Guild, Jessica
Altand, Peter Sullivan, Dairy Delite, Bill
Kelemen, Jim Goodrich, Louise Schultz,
S. & S.O. Produce Farms, Elite Cinema
6, Castle Fun Center, Mountain Creek
Waterpark, Janet Picarelli, The Vendors
at the Florida Farmers Market, Subway
of Florida NY, FraNico’s Pizzeria
Meet Bob Persing, Friend of the FPL
I have been a member of the Friends of the FPL since 2009.
I am proud that I helped the Friends advocate, buy and install
technology upgrades to better serve the community's needs in
this "Hi-Tech” era.
As a Friend, I attend meetings to help review and plan how to
better serve the library and the community. I help at book sales,
usually transferring the books from the library basement to the
Senior Center and back to the basement. I volunteer by sharing
a skill. Since my background is in computers and computer
networking, I offer my expertise to the library to maintain and
improve the computing services as well as assist with some of
the library's computer instructional classes.
My favorite thing about the Florida Public Library is the
friendly, helpful staff and their dedication to serving our
community in a unique manner, only available through a library
such as ours.
Library Friend and volunteer Bob Persing caught in the act
of installing a new public computer at FPL.
I give my time because I can and I receive such a great reward by doing so.
What others should know about FPL: The Florida Public Library has some very interesting "special event" programs for
all ages...this is a big PLUS.
When I'm not at the library, I enjoy crafting things from wood, be it furniture or bowls turned on a lathe, and help
friends and family with home improvement projects. I also like to kayak, attend orchestral performances, the ballet, and
will occasionally take in an opera at the Bardavon.
Thank you, Bob, for being a Friend of the Florida Public Library!
and our Teen Volunteers
Azim Asrar, Brian Walter, Searra Bell,
Ethan Baroch, Athena Moustakas,
Liam Quattrociocchi, Nicole Martinez,
Elijah Gardner, Erin Sgombick, Matt
Mulhare, Kara Shaughnessy, Sarah
Kohl, Allison Melody, Jack Baroch,
Michael Wajda, Alana O’Halloran, John
Shaughnessy, Holly Blumenberg, Grace
Kohl, Joseph Stangeby, Erika Straub,
Angela Squillace, Eudasia Deas, Alexis
Pellegrini, Kelly Sgombick, Colin Birch,
Sean Gundacker, Christian Stangeby,
Megan Kelly, Melissa Martinez, Emily
de Jong, Christian Deas, & Alexa
Dougherty Apologies to anyone we
may have missed!
And a Big Thank You to all
the Summer Readers of the
Florida Public Library! Keep
on Reading!
“Worth Buying” and “Subway” Celebrate Grand Openings, continued from page 3
Worth Buying
Subway
“When buying furniture, there’s no need to remortgage
your home,” said Andrea Muster of Worth Buying. Her shop
offers previously owned furniture, lighting, artwork and
home accessories at very affordable prices. The inventory
changes frequently and is complimented by Muster’s own
“live plant creations.”
Subway is billed as the world's largest submarine sandwich
chain with more than 37,000 locations in 99 countries and
territories worldwide. Headquartered in Milford, CT, the
chain has been in existence since 1965, when the first store
was opened by a 17-year old student hoping to fund his
education for a medical career.
Andrea also owns Easy Occasions, an event planning
business where her commitment to details is only surpassed
by her creativity and professionalism. She specializes in
children’s parties, her equestrian-themed events being
among the most favored. Previously, Andrea served as
Senior Event Planner for the Metronome Hospitality Group
in New York City, managing high profile events such as the
ABC Daytime Emmy Awards, New York Film Critics Award.
Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, NYFCC awards, as well as
Red carpet Broadway events. She is a proud member of the
Orange County community and is a strong supporter of
AMDAR and local charities.
This is not the first Subway venture for the Florida, NY coowner Asad Riaz. He previously had Subway franchises in
Washingtonville and Middletown, but gave them up to give
his full attention, with co-owner Harold Knebel, to the
Florida store. Located on the site of the former “Marina’s
Deli,” which closed its doors in 2010, the building stood
empty for nearly 3 years. Now it has been remodelled and
refurbished, boasting a relaxing decor with ample seating
inside. Patrons can also sit outside on the front porch and
watch the world go by if they so desire.
Andrea offers hours by appointment for those who cannot
make it to the store during regular business hours. Simply
call her at 917-741-3242 or the store at 845-508-6157. And if
you have any special requests, let her know; she is eager to
help her customers find “just that right piece.”
Subway is open from 6 AM to 11 PM daily and offers free
local delivery (Florida, Warwick, Pine Island) as well as
catering services.
Look for more changes coming soon on Main Street.
Located next door to Subway is Logan’s Well, which was
also recently acquired by Harold’s father, Robert Knebel.
Plans are in the works for a remodel of that building.
FOCUS ON MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Seward Alumni Baseball Game August 4
This year’s Alumni Baseball Game is scheduled for
Sunday August 4 at 2 PM at the Rock Sports Park
in Chester. Cost is $10 per player. All players must
wear baseball pants, a hat and non metal cleats or
sneakers. Returning players need to wear their
Seward Alumni Baseball uniform top. New players
must place an order with Coach Steele for a
Seward Alumni top by July 1. To register for the
game, contact Coach Bill Steele at 607-765-0562
or [email protected].
“All Shook Up” August 8
Flor-Wick Friends bus trip to a production of “All
Shook Up” at the Shawnee Playhouse, August 8,
$45. Bus leaves Florida Senior Center, Cohen
Circle, Florida, at 9:30 AM. Call 651-1341
Amishlands Trip August 14-15
Amishlands Pennsylvania bus trip August 14-15,
2013, sponsored by Flor-Wick Friends. $250 per
person double occupancy. 1 night lodging, full
buffet breakfast, dinner theater featuring “South
Pacific,” performance of “ Noah”,at Millennium
theater and more. For reservations and
information call 845-651-4770.
Pine Island Seniors Trips September 912, December 3-4
Ocean City MD, September 9-12, bus trip
sponsored by Pine Island Seniors. $370 per
person, double occupancy. 3 nights lodging, 2
dinners, including crab feast at Red Rooster. Fully
escorted tours. Leave from old Pine Island fire
house. Christmas Time in Cape May, NJ. Dec. 3-4.
Cost $217 per person, double occupancy. Includes
1 night's lodging, breakfast and dinner at Elaine's
Victorian dinner theatre. Trolly tour of historic
district. Holly lights tour of Cape May. Tour of
four Victorian Inns. Leave old Pine island fire
house. Call 986-3142 for more information about
either trip.
Florida Farmers Market Open Tuesdays
The Florida Farmers Market is open every
Tuesday from 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM until October
29. A free delivery service for local seniors and
disabled residents of Florida is available most
weeks. Phone orders will be taken on Tuesday’s
between 9 AM and 1 PM and delivery will occur
between 2 and 4 PM. Warwick Dial-A-Bus has a
fixed bus route past the Market on Tuesday for
drop off and pickup. For more information about
the Market please call Market Manager, Louise
Schultz, at 845-641-4482 or email
[email protected].
Senior Center Open Sundays
The Golden Floridians would like to remind
seniors that the Seward Senior Center is open on
Sundays from 1 to 5 PM for socialization
purposes unless being used by another
organization.
To place your not-for-profit meeting or fundraising
event here, e-mail [email protected] or
submit online at www.TheFloridaFocus.org. Please
limit to 75 words or less!
Satisfying & Surefire Substitutions
by Jessica Altland
We all love the taste and texture of mayonnaise and sour cream, but if you’re in the mood for a flavor
change, looking to consume fewer calories or just plum out of your favorite spread, try these tasty
alternatives. Each is made with just a few ingredients from your fridge or pantry.
Greek Yogurt
Tofu “Sour Cream”
Mayo is an all-time favorite because of its creamy texture and
tangy flavor. To achieve that same consistency, try Greek
yogurt—it’s thick and creamy, and pairs great with your favorite
herbs and spices. Add a tablespoon of Dijon or spicy mustard to
a cup of Greek yogurt to make a delicious spread for
sandwiches, dressing for salads or a dip for fresh veggies.
If you’re going the non-dairy route, try a soy-based sour cream.
If you’d like to make your own non-dairy sour cream at home,
try this easy recipe: combine silken tofu, a tablespoon of olive
oil, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar, ½
teaspoon. salt, plus 1 teaspoon sweetener; puree until smooth.
Avocado
Full of heart-healthy fats, this delicious fruit provides a cream
cheeselike texture. Finely mash the avocado, add a sprinkling
of sea salt or your favorite herbs and spices, then use as a
spread on whole-grain bread or bagels. For added flavor, add
minced onions and tomatoes. Or, you can simply slice the
avocado and add to a sandwich or on top of a salad.
Hummus
Enjoy hummus as a creamy sandwich spread, a tasty dip for
veggies and baked chips or add a small scoop to salads for extra
flavor and texture. Hummus is available in many flavors like
original, garlic, red pepper and spinach artichoke. Or, try
making your own. In a food processor, combine ¼ cup tahini
(sesame seed paste), 2 tablespoons olive oil, ¼ cup lemon juice,
and 1 garlic clove and process until smooth (approximately 1
minute). Add one 15-ounce can chickpeas (drained and rinsed
first) and process until thick and smooth (1-2 minutes). Transfer
to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with paprika.
Cottage Cheese
In addition to Greek yogurt, cottage cheese makes an interesting
replacement for sour cream. To get that tangy flavor, mix
1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar into 1 cup of
cottage cheese; using a blender or food processor, blend mixture
until smooth.
Here is this month's Right for Tonight recipe. Enjoy!
Grilled Teriyaki Salmon
Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus 30 minutes marinate time)
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Serves 4
Make it a meal: Serve with steamed green beans and soba noodles.
¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
¼ cup 100% pineapple juice
1 tbsp. peeled, minced gingerroot or
1⁄8 tsp. ground ginger
2 tbsp. brown sugar
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 (4- to 6-oz.) salmon fillets
1 tbsp. sesame seeds, toasted
1. In a small bowl whisk together soy sauce, pineapple juice, ginger,
brown sugar, garlic and ¼ cup water. Pour into a baking dish. Add
fillets, turning to coat. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes, turning
fillets occasionally.
2. Coat grill rack with nonstick cooking spray. Preheat grill to mediumhigh (350°F to 400°F). Remove fillets from marinade; discard
marinade. Grill fillets 4 to 5 minutes per side or until fish flakes
easily with a fork and the center is still translucent. Transfer fillets
to a platter. Sprinkle with sesame seeds, and serve.
Per Serving: 180 calories, 8g fat, 1g saturated fat, 0g trans fat, 60mg
cholesterol, 210mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate, 0g fiber, 23g protein
Visit Jessica in the Warwick ShopRite store, or call her at 917-6127425. For more information and recipes, visit ShopRite.com/wellness.
Corn’s Ready!
Scheuermann Farm, a fifth generation Black Dirt family owned
and operated farm, just announced the release of its current crop
of bi-colored sweet corn, locally known as the World’s Best Sweet
Corn, according to owner, Sally Scheuermann.
“Our corn is grown from non-GMO seed,” said Bob
Scheuermann, “which is important to consumers who
are looking to safeguard the foods they serve to
their family, and also to restaurateurs in the
area who want to preserve the integrity
of heirloom varieties and the intense
flavor that accompany them.” One
of the things that makes
Scheuermann Farms corn
unique is that it is picked in
very small batches to maintain
its freshness, especially critical
to many varieties of vegetables.
The health benefits of sweet corn are legendary: An ear of corn
has about the same number of calories as an apple and less
than one-fourth the sugar; sweet corn contains a healthy dose
of lutein and zeaxanthin, two phytochemicals that promote
healthy vision; and it also provides the equivalent of a 3gram dose of dietary fiber. And there are many ways
to prepare sweet corn. Many of the local chefs
prepared corn in unique ways are are good sources
for different ways in which to enjoy this seasonal
delicacy.
Each year Scheuermann Farm is the featured
outdoor performance venue for the Black Dirt
Feast and the Annual Biggest Tomato Contest,
as well as other events. Farm fresh produce is
picked daily from the famous Black Dirt
farm.
Photo: Peter Lyons Hall
FOCUS ON WELLNESS
Hale Queen Kale!
by Paula Aston, CHC,
EdD
For all of the
knowledge that I have,
about what to eat and why, when it comes
to cooking for myself, I am lazy. I just don’t
eat enough greens. Too much
bother…LAZY, with a capital “Z!”
A number of very valuable greens are
crucifores, which are potent
anticarcinogens. Eat them and they protect
you against cancer and other health
conditions. In the crucifore family are: kale,
cabbage, Brussels sprouts, broccoli,
cauliflower, bok choy, collard greens,
arugula, etc. Anyway, as I said, I avoid all
the preparation, because I am lazy, cooking
for one. Bad girl.
However, enter Leonard, a dear friend of
mine, who eats NO greens, even if someone
else does all the work. Lately, he’s been
eating kale salad. Go figure. I mean he’s
eating it regularly! So, when he and other
folks were coming for dinner, I knew I had
to have kale on the menu. I also knew I had
to cook it. I called my health coach pal,
Vicki Heise, for simple recipes. I want to
share a recipe with you that is so killer, you
will want to eat kale all day long! Seriously!
Rip kale greens from stems. Tear into bitesize pieces. Toss with olive oil, sea salt and
pepper. Lay out flat on aluminum foiled
cookie sheet. Toast at 350 degrees for
10 minutes. Flip over. Toast another
10 minutes. Et voila! Crispy, delicious kale!
According to Kathleen Zelman, at WebMD,
“Kale’s health benefits are primarily linked
to the high concentration and excellent
source of antioxidant vitamins A, C, and
K—and sulphur-containing phytonutrients.”
As with any food and/or diet, moderation
and variety are key.
Carolyn Butler has some good advice and
information in her September 2012 article
“Kale: Good nutrition for you, just don't
overdo.” There are caveats about kale: One,
people with thyroid conditions must cook
kale and other crucifores well because they
contain goitrogens, which inhibit iodine
from getting to the thyroid gland. Two, if
you take anticoagulants, check with your
doctor before eating kale, because it has a
high Vitamin K content. Three, kale
contains oxalates, which can prevent
calcium absorption. Some folks recommend
not eating dairy with kale. And consult your
doctor if you have a tendency to kidney
stones or gallstones.
The point is that kale is one of many dark
leafy vegetables, packed with vital nutrients,
but you need to know what your individual
body needs, before you eat it (or anything
else) raw. Read some articles on the internet
about any food that you want to introduce
to your body. Knowing the benefits and the
caveats can make experimentation so
worthwhile. Not only will your taste buds
thank you, you may improve the overall
quality of your health…How delicious is
that?
Bon appétit!
Contact Paula at [email protected].
Sources used in this article include
www.health.heraldtribune.com, “The Truth About
Kale,” by Kathleen Zelman, www.webmd.com.
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Doppelganger—Myth
or Fact?
by Psychic Cyndee
A doppelganger is the ghostly physical
double of a living person. The word
doppelganger is a German word,
derived from doppel, meaning "double,"
and ganger, meaning "walker."
The term refers to any double or look-alike of a person. It is
used to describe a so-called evil twin, or the act of
bilocation. The word is also used to describe a phenomenon
where you catch your own image out of the corner of your
eye. In some traditions, seeing one's own doppelganger is
an omen of death. A doppelganger seen by friends or
relatives of a person may indicate an approaching illness or
health problem.
The doppelgangers of folklore cast no shadow, and have no
reflection in a mirror or in water. They are supposed to
provide advice to the person they shadow, but this advice
can be misleading or malicious. They can also, in rare
instances, plant ideas in their
victim's mind or appear
before friends and relatives,
causing confusion. In many
cases once someone has
viewed his own
doppelganger he is doomed
to be haunted by images of
his ghostly counter-part.
Other folklore says that
when a person's
doppleganger is seen, the
person himself or herself will
die shortly. It is considered
unlucky to try to
communicate with such a doppleganger.
John Donne, the English poet, said that he met his wife's
doppelganger in Paris, foreboding the death of his yet
unborn daughter.
Abraham Lincoln told his wife that he saw two faces of
himself in a mirror soon after being elected president, one
deathly pale. His wife believed this to mean he would be
elected to a second term but would not survive.
Richard Rossi, a Hollywood filmmaker, allegedly told police
a man who resembled him attacked his wife. According to
the Pittsburgh Post Gazette, he allegedly speculated the
mysterious incident was a Satanic counterattack because of
his work as an exorcist. Rossi stood trial for the assault,
resulting in a hung jury, partially because both Rossi's wife
and an eyewitness named John Fair confirmed the story.
Doppelgangers appear in a variety of science fiction and
fantasy works, in which they are a type of shapeshifter that
mimics a particular person or species for some typically
nefarious reason.
A temporal doppelganger is any version of oneself that one
may meet during astral travel. It is an exact likeness of one
at a specific time in one's history (or future). Meetings with
oneself may occur when one version of oneself travels
backwards through the time and encounters a younger
version of oneself, or when two or more of the same person
from different timestreams travel to the same moment in
their futures.
We exist in a reality that is a mirrored back reflection of
itself. And so if the Microcosm is in fact a manifestation of
the Macrocosm, then it is very possible to bring back forth
information from the other aspects of our own selves.
Happy Florida Family Funfest!
Psychic Cyndee is available for private and group readings. "The
Angel Diaries" is now available on Amazon Kindle and Nook.
www.psychiccyndee.com 845-537-1279.
Warwick Health Foundation Donates Advanced Technology for
St Anthony Community Hospital Total Joint Replacement Program
Warwick, NY – On Friday, July 12, St Anthony Community
Hospital held a ribbon cutting ceremony to commemorate
the addition of new state-of-the-art Operating Room
equipment for its Total Joint Replacement Program.
Joint replacement surgery is a procedure of Orthopedic
surgery in which the arthritic or dysfunctional joint surface
is replaced with an orthopedic prosthesis. It is considered as
a treatment when there is severe joint pain or dysfunction is
not alleviated by less-invasive therapies.
The ceremony, held in the hospital’s Total Joint
Replacement Center, was in appreciation for the Bon
Secours Warwick Health Foundation’s donation of over
$43,000 to purchase Stryker power instruments for total
joint surgeries. Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical
technology companies dedicated to helping healthcare
professionals perform their jobs more efficiently while
enhancing patient care.
“I am proud of the support we receive from the Bon Secours
Warwick Health Foundation,” said Jeff Reilly, senior vice
president and administrator of St Anthony Community
Hospital, “and we’re also very excited about our Total Joint
Replacement Center.”
Dr. John Juliano, chief of surgery at St. Anthony Community
Hospital, explained that the orthopedic floor is set up to
provide for the unique needs of orthopedic patients. The
gymnasium, present on the same floor, allows for immediate
accessability to the rehab process. Nurses on this unit have
been specifically trained to work with the physicians as well
as therapists for this unique type of patient. These include
the orthopedic patient who may be post op from shoulder,
hip, or knee replacement as well as post op from fracture
surgery.
The mission of the Bon Secours Warwick Health
Foundation is to expand the base of philanthropic support
and to generate community goodwill for the Warwick
Healthcare Campus. Funds are raised annually via the
annual campaign, major gifts/planned giving and special
events. Capital campaigns are conducted as needed to
support major projects for the campus such as construction,
renovation and/or the acquisition of new technology. A
volunteer Board of Directors provides leadership to the
Foundation and its activities and works closely with the
Foundation Staff and its devoted volunteers.
FOCUS THEN AND NOW
FOCUS Then and Now is taking a break for August. It
will be back in September with the winner of the July
competition and a new person, place or object to identify.
Orange County Offers EMT Classes Beginning August
EMT Original Course begins August 28, EMT Refresher begins August 27
(Goshen, N.Y.) – Orange County Deputy Commissioner, Division of Emergency Medical
Services, Frank Cassanite announced that the County is sponsoring and is now accepting
applications for Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Fall Courses beginning August and
taking place at the Orange County Emergency Services Center, 22 Wells Farm Road in
Goshen, NY.
“The mission of our division is to assist all EMS agencies in the County so that our
residents get the best medical care,” said Deputy Commissioner Cassanite. “Providing
educational opportunities, like these EMT classes, in an important part of supporting our
communities.”
There are requirements in place to meet national standards as adopted by New York State
Department of Health. Students taking either the original or refresher are now required to
submit documentation that they have taken the following three (3) on-line and free
courses: National Incident Management System, An Introduction IS-700; Introduction to
Incident Command System IS-100b; and Hazmat Awareness.
The first two courses may be found at training.fema.gov/IS/NIMS.asp and the Hazmat
Awareness may be found at: www.saferesponse.com/users/sign_up. The documentation for
attendance to these courses must be submitted prior to taking the written certification
examination.
The EMT Original Course begins on Wednesday, August 28, 2013 and will take place from
7:00 PM to 10:00 PM on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. The New York State
Certification Examination will be on Thursday, January 16, 2014. Students are required to
purchase their own textbooks, workbooks and pocket mask. Required textbook for this
course is “Emergency Care,” 12th edition, and workbook by Brady, which may be
purchased online at www.bradybooks.com.
Continued on page 22
At the ribbon cutting ceremony. From left, Deirdre Hamling, Foundation
Board Chair, Jeff Reilly, Administrator of St Anthony Community
Hospital, Board members Raul Berina, Doug Stage, Julie Cauda,
Dee Lamb-Yates, Frank Petrucci, Chief of Surgery John Juliano,
MD, Harold Hansen, DC, Board members Stratos Colman,
Nicole Wilson-Kantor, Terry Quint, Ellen Fotis and Mary Juliano.
Orange County Offers EMT Classes Beginning August, continued from page 21
The EMT Refresher Course begins on Tuesday, August 27, 2013 and will take place from 7:00
PM to 10:00 PM on Tuesdays. The New York State Certification Examination will be on
Thursday, January 16, 2014. Students must send a copy of their EMT Certification card along
with their application. Students are required to have their own pocket mask. Required
textbook for this course is “Emergency Care,” 12th edition, by Brady, which may be
purchased online at www.bradybooks.com.
Due to the change over to the national standards, there is supplemental material we must
provide before the student will be allowed to take the challenge written exam. In order to
meet this requirement, hours of supplemental material will be given on Saturday, August 31,
2013 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. If the student does not take the hours of supplemental
material they may not take the challenge exam and must sit for all lectures. The student may
still challenge the practical portion of the course.
FFD Search and Rescue Training
by Robert Cook
The Florida Fire Department was busy at the Orange
County Fire Training Center in July. Firefighters
Kenneth Youchah and Douglas Myruski Jr showed off
their skills at search and rescue under blinding smoke
conditions in the 2-story fire simulator. They were
under the command of Chief Joseph Bankston, Capt.
John Greenhill, Safety Officer Robert Cook,
Firefighter/Instructor Paul Eagleston, and exChief/Engineer Walter Kujawski.
Congratulations to Dustin Forzano, who was among
the Orange County Firefighter I Summer 2013
Graduates.
Those who are applying, but are not a member of a volunteer EMS, municipal EMS, private
EMS agency or first responder agency with an EMS agency code number issued by the NYSDOH, must submit a check with their application payable to Orange County Commissioner
of Finance. Cost are: $700 for the EMT-B Original; $220 CFR Original; $335 for the EMT-B
Refresher/challenge; and $100 CFR Refresher.
If you are a member of a volunteer EMS, municipal EMS, private EMS or first response
agency with an EMS agency code number issued by the NYS-DOH, the Verification of
Sponsorship form must accompany your application.
All applications and checks should be mailed to: Michael Walton, Education Coordinator,
Orange County Department of Emergency Services, Division of EMS, 22 Wells Farm Road,
Goshen, NY 10924. Please read the application carefully before submitting, as incomplete
applications will not be accepted.
For application forms, schedules, and Verification of Membership forms (DOH 3312), please visit
home.roadrunner.com/~ocems/ocems.html. Please contact Orange County Division of EMS
Education Coordinator Michael Walton at (845) 615-0466 or [email protected] with
any questions or for more information.
Beware Phone Scam Demanding Ransom for Loved One
(Goshen, NY) – County Executive Edward A. Diana and Sheriff Carl E. DuBois advised
residents to be aware of a regional telephone scam that involves a phone call from an
unknown individual claiming to have been in a car accident with a loved one, and then
demanding funds to pay for damages. Officials advise residents if they receive such a call
to please contact their local police or call 911 and inform them of any information that would
be helpful to this on-going investigation.
Photos: Rescue
Squad Member
Morgan Kissinger
Sunday, August 11
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Google Chromebook
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Florida Focus Advertising $300 value!
(See Page 23)
Florida Family
Fun Fest
2013
The Florida Focus Coloring
Contest
Students residing in the Florida Union Free School
District are invited to enter The Florida Focus
Coloring Contest. Two $10 prizes will be awarded:
one to a winner in pre-K through 2nd grade and one
to a winner in the 3rd through 5th grade. Winners are
chosen by The Florida Focus, Inc.
Simply color the picture using crayons, markers, glitter, whatever you like (be creative).
Drop off your picture at the
Florida Focus booth at Fun Fest!
Or, mail the completed picture to:
The Florida Focus
62 N Main St, Suite 210
Florida, NY 10921
Or, drop the picture in
The Florida Focus mail box at
62 N Main St
Florida, NY 10921
(in the Professional Building).
All entries must be postmarked or placed in
The Florida Focus mail box by Monday 19 August,
2013.
All entries must be accompanied by this form:
Student Name:
Grade:
E-mail or phone number to contact if student wins:
Signature of parent or guardian (required):
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Volume 4, Number 8, August 2013
Provident Bank is on the corner of N Main and Edward J Lempka
Drive, next to the Florida Post Office and Horizon Medical.
Northern Bear Pet Food and Supplies on N Main for everything
for your dog, cat, fish, or skink.
Chrome Salon, located on N Main next to Northern Bear.
All About You Salon, just off Main on Meadow Road.
Dombrowski’s Farm Supply on Meadow Road.
W Moore Profiles Ltd is a woodworker supply store that offers
shaper tooling and more.
We know we don’t have all the retail
businesses and services in Florida pictured on
our pages (some that come to mind, for
example, are El Azteca Mexican Restaurant,
Linda’s Beauty Salon, and Service Vacuum
Cleaner Co on S Main), so we encourage all
our readers, new and old, residents or not,
Roe Lumber at the intersection of Maple and Jayne St has been
supplying lumber and building materials for more than 100 years.
Stop and Wash on Meadow Road
to get out and EXPLORE!
Located next to The Laundry Shak on N Main is Florida Flowers
and Gifts and Wholesale Cabinets, Inc.
Remee Plaza on N Main hosts Sports,
Fitness and Fun, Primo Sports and more.
Fine Architectural Metalsmiths does forge work and fine hand
construction and is home of the Center for Metal Arts.

August 2013 - The Florida Focus

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