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History — a subject many enjoy. July 4, 1776- Independence Day 1859- The historic Kanapaha Presbyterian Church begins. Our cover story this month is based on tradition, worship, and a welcoming spirit. It is wonderful to look at the history and spirit in which this congregation has grown. This special place includes everyone. With the spirit of the 4th of July, ...
A Spiritual Family Historic Kanapaha Presbyterian Church
THE MULTI-COLORED stained glass chancel window of the Biblical Ruth and Naomi gathering water from a well is a perfect metaphor for the church in which it shines. Historic Kanapaha Presbyterian Church of Gainesville has been quietly attracting members and cultivating a well spring of faith for over 140 years. In fact, every feature of this historic landmark reflects the earnest ...Great American Independent Businesses
The author is the co-founder of the Boulder Independent Business Alliance and AMIBA.BUSINESSES Boulder Independent Business Alliance, in Boulder, Colorado. www.boulder-iba.org . ECONOMIC VALUE OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESSES It's time to consider the real costs to a community that loses its locally-owned business base. Independent local businesses employ an array of supporting ...
Enjoying the Outdoors Inside
IT'S THAT SEASON when Floridians emerge from their homes ready to begin enjoying the gorgeous sunshine next to the pool, and open their windows to feel the warm summer breezes. It's also the season when insects can turn a beautiful day into a fitful swatting match! There is a way to enjoy the outdoor weather inside, without having to endure the bugs and flying creatures that ...
It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like... Christmas?
HERE IN CENTRAL Florida , both the temperature and humidity are closing in on 100 leaving us all with thoughts of cool dips in the swimming pool and tall glasses of iced tea. It's hard to imagine that before we know it, temperatures will drop and we'll be bundled up in coats and scarves wishing for warmer weather again. Well, now it's time to mop off your brow and set your ...
Top 5 Health Concerns for Men
IT TURNS OUT, as a man, the notion that I'm too busy or my assumption that just about any health concern which arises can be “shaken off” is very common. According to a 2001 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report, women are 33% more likely than men to visit a doctor in general, although the gap narrows with increasing age. The problem with not going ...
Welcome to Magnolia Place Towndominiums
IMAGINE A NEW concept for your ideal home You would luxuriate in every detail, from having spacious rooms with vaulted/ box ceilings, to tile in your kitchen and bathrooms. Every small nuance, from decorative baseboards and wood window sills, to screened in porches and upscale appliances, would be carefully planned. The grounds would be spectacular, too. There'd be a beautiful ...Men Who Make a Difference
Clovis Watson AS THE CITY MANAGER for Alachua, Clovis Watson has truly made a difference. He attributes the differences he has made to simply doing what is right, not what is always easiest. He is very proud to be a part of a very professional and highly competent staff. Their main thrust is the betterment of the city and the community as a whole. His relationships in the ...
Charlie Delatorre Owner of Tower Publications
BEHIND CHARLIE Delatorre's youthful exuberance hides a successful and shrewd CEO's wisdom as the owner of Tower Publications. Only 33, Charlie owns a small publishing empire in Gainesville and with a growing staff, Tower Publications continues to put out quality products. Early in 2000, he bought the Buyer's Guide. Soon he began thinking of other ways he could grow his company. ...
Bead Heaven
Walking into Gifts of Avalon in Millhopper Square , one is struck by a rainbow of colors and a myriad of textures as the beads from near and far take form. For the artist and artist-atheart, Gifts of Avalon is a place to explore. Now with 2500 square feet of beads, jewelry making supplies, books, artist made and vintage jewelry and gifts, it is a store that is both unique and ...
Smart Investments
I NVESTING THEIR time and resources in helping the community is something some businesses strive to do on various levels, but not many have reached that goal as successfully as our local SunState Federal Credit Union. SunState has a solid philanthropic record and ongoing community outreach and education programs. For example, did you know that SunState has a free educational ...
Five Spice Chicken (from Saigon Cafe)
WE WOULD LIKE to thank the Vo Family for this month's creative cuisine. Saigon Café, a small family owned and operated business located downtown on University Avenue, run with family values and traditional cuisine. All of the dishes served are sure to tantalize your taste buds, but this month, they would like to share their recipe for Five Spice Chicken. This dish you ...
Helping Each Other
ASK ANY Alachua County student what they most like about the end of the school year and you will get a myriad of answers. But would you expect anyone to not want the school year to end? Surprisingly, one group of students is a bit unhappy that summer's arrival has brought an end to their "palling around". For the second year in a row, the students in Barbara Copeland's ...
Making Goals
JEN GARDNER started kicking a ball just about the same time she started walking. By the time she was ten, she was playing organized soccer and she's been playing ever since. This fall, Gardner will return as a senior for her fifth and final year on the University of Florida soccer team. The decision to originally come to Florida wasn't an easy one. By the time she fin ished ...