Feeling the “Force”

August 23rd, 2010

Lake County fans of the popular Star Wars movie franchise experience Orlando convention.

Written by Blair Townley; Photos and Video by Anthony Rao

In a county far, far away (well just Orange County)…the Central Florida area was invaded by 30,000 Jedis, Stormtroopers and the occasional Wookie walking around. img_0291 Read Full Entry

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A New Chapter of Christian Film

August 16th, 2010

“Ryann Watters and the King’s Sword” Cast and Crew Drum up Interest for Film

Written by Blair Townley; Photos Provided by TYG Studios

Lakeside Inn located in quaint Mount Dora has always been known as a place of relaxation and solitude but August 10 had the historic inn in a state of youthful excitement.

The cast and crew of the Christian film “Ryann Watters and the King’s Sword” were holding a book and movie signing session in the lobby open to the public and local press.

Currently filming the movie around downtown Mount Dora with a slated August 2011 release, the session was to introduce the public to who would be bringing the beloved characters of the book to life. erin Read Full Entry

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Demps Listed to Return Kickoffs

August 11th, 2010

Written by Michael Harris

If there was anything that came out of the yearly hum-drum specter of Media Day at the University of Florida is the fact head coach Urban Meyer stated former South Lake star Jeff Demps would be returning kickoffs this season.

“Kickoff return will be Jeff Demps, also Chris Rainey,” Meyer said. “We have Deonte Thompson. That is about it right now, we are still trying out some of the young players like Chris Dunkley, but we will not know that until we scrimmage, I think this weekend.” Read Full Entry

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Bras with Attitude

August 11th, 2010

The Artful Bra Tour Makes a Stop in Wildwood.

Written by Blair Townley; Photos Provided

They are the bras that Victoria wouldn’t be able to keep secret. They are bras with flair, spunk and bright colors that would turn anyone’s head.

On August 14th at the Wildwood Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, the decorated bras that are part of the nationally-known “Artful-Bra Tour” will be on display for all to see and marvel at.

The tour comes to Wildwood courtesy of the successful bid by the Wildwood Women’s Club after the GFWC/Florida Federation of Women’s Clubs chose the tour as one of their projects this year. wildwood-womens-club-bra

Although the 30-40 decorated bras range from humorous (the feathery Hooters Bra) to unique (“Prom”enade Bra) to touching (M&M Bra in memory of a seven-year-old diagnosed with breast cancer), the message of the tour is to promote awareness of breast cancer and care for our bodies. Read Full Entry

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Famed Artists Florida Highwaymen Come To Mount Dora

August 11th, 2010

Written by Michael Harris

It seems Mount Dora is becoming a second home for the famed Florida Highwaymen Artists. Twelve of the artists, known for their works in the ‘50s through the ‘80s, will be in Mount Dora this weekend showing off their collections.

“This is the fifth show since August of 2008,” says Margie Salyer, who is a coordinator for the event and co-owner of Heron Cay Bed and Breakfast. “We’ve collected Highwaymen art for some time. This will be the biggest so far.” Read Full Entry

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Life on Stage

August 9th, 2010

Dancing Great Ron Holiday Awaits the Upcoming Broadway musical of His Life Story

Written by Blair Townley; Photos by LAKE Magazine

You may think by the way Ron Holiday gushes about his kids that he is the proud father or grandfather of the children he speaks of.

Yet the “kids” he talks about of are those that he has taught ballet to for years at several local dance studios as well as privately in and around Lake County.

“My students are achieving at 13 and 14 what [my late wife] Joy and I achieved in our early twenties. They are more focused as it is what they want,” he says. Read Full Entry

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Lightning Fall in FCSL Championship

August 6th, 2010

Written by Michael Harris

Despite great pitching and great defense the Leesburg Lightning lost Thursday night, 1-0, to the Winter Park Diamond Dogs in the Florida Collegiate Summer League at Tropicana Field.

“The kids played, we gave ourselves a chance,” Manager Frank Viola said. “We had two good opportunities, one in the second and one in the eighth.” Read Full Entry

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The Lighter Side Of Debbie Gillespie

August 5th, 2010

LAKE Magazine’s Fit For A Change Winner

Written by Michael Harris, Photos by Anthony Rao

Tears flowed down Debbie Gillespie’s face shortly after she had won LAKE Magazine’s second annual Fit For A Change contest. The tears were not because she had won, but because on the day of the final weigh-in she was happy to see what everyone else was wearing. img_9048-copy Read Full Entry

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Changing People with Music

August 3rd, 2010

Local Christian Band Kadesh Bring Spiritual Inspiration Through Music.

*Listen to hear more about Kadesh on The Lake Magazine Hour Friday August 6 at 12 pm on HeartBeat Radio for Women (1410 AM).*

Written by Blair Townley; Photos by Anthony Rao

When one dreams of having a musical career, money and fame may come to mind as the way to show you have “made it” in the business.

For the members of the Christian band Kadesh, being able to bring people to God is how they know they are making a difference through music. img_5176 Read Full Entry

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Making Music History

July 23rd, 2010

Sold Out “Orlando Rocks” Concert Brings Local Talent to Main Stage

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Written by Blair Townley; Photos by Anthony Rao

One night your band could be performing during an open mic night at a local restaurant; the next thing you know you are performing before a sold-out crowd on the stage at Orlando’s House of Blues. img_9538 Read Full Entry

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