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Originally from Chicago, Cindy Sturla moved to Florida in 1982 with her young family after living in Pennsylvania for a number of years. “I was always very interested in art, even at an early age,” says the Winter Springs resident. “My mother took me to the Art Institute of Chicago when I was 7, and I loved it. I picked a small book out about Renoir at the museum store, and I was hooked.” While in high school, she took the train into the city and spent hours in art galleries. She attended Eastern Illinois University where she studied education, but she ended up in Fine Arts at the University of Pittsburgh.
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By Mick Lochridge
Heritage Center exhibit: ‘Windows’ to the soul of a community
In the black-and-white photo, three rows of kids are lined up outside their elementary school. It looks like a warm day. They are dressed in short sleeves; some are barefoot. The windows are opened wide, and there are potted plants on the window sills.
By Dixie Tate
The Hannibal Square Heritage Center exhibit is an illuminating look at West Winter Park’s past told by the people who lived it
Allan Bloom, 20th century writer and philosopher, wrote in his 1987 bestseller, The Closing of the American Mind, “We need history, not to tell us what happened or to explain the past, but to make the past alive so that it can explain us and make a future possible.”
By Leslie O’Shaughnessy
With his vigilant family’s help, his own quiet courage and technology, the 6-year-old diabetic enjoys a normal life
‘We are the Hippos, the mighty, mighty Hippos, Oorah!” shouts 6-year-old Gabriel Leeper in a mock Marine cry before hitting the field. Grinning from ear to ear and blond hair flying, he sails across the soccer field, kicking and tussling for the ball just like every other boy.
By Rona Gindin
Personal chefs cover for folks who aren’t in the mood to cook for themselves
When Lorri Levine had her fourth baby, she begged her generous mother for neither new crib nor stroller. “Spend the same money on dinners instead!” the harried 30-something pleaded. And so Grandma, who lives across the country, hired a personal chef…
By Christy Smith
John and Lisa Keating have a house that fits them now and will work for them in the years to come
When John and Lisa Keating moved into their 1960s-era home, they knew changes were in order to make the house their home. Six years and two renovations later, the Keatings finally have the home they always wanted – a gathering place for family and friends.
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There are no pavilions, playgrounds or ‘modern conveniences,’ but the garden ranks among the city’s most beloved parks
Kraft Azalea Garden on Lake Maitland is one of Winter Park’s most beautifully landscaped parks. With 11 acres of tropical plants, majestic trees and thousands of azaleas…
The Imperial House was a popular restaurant on the shore of Lake Killarney, near Morse Boulevard on U.S. Highway 17-92, also known as Orlando Avenue. Its postcard boasted: “Aristocrat among restaurants – where the royal rib reigns supreme. Florida’s leading dining spot and cocktail lounge. Excellent cuisine, service and reasonable prices.”
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Kat Ebert, 53, lives and works out of her home studio in Maitland. She was born in upstate New York and spent summers in Pine Beach, N.J. She says seasonal changes there influenced her desire to create images of natural scenery. “I have always been intrigued with nature’s high drama like the burst of colorful leaves in the fall and especially the many shapes and colors of flowers and leaves. I try to capture these dramatic elements in my paintings,” she says.
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Shear horror at the barbershop
Mike McKinley was a long drink of water, as my old man used to say, with a head of snow-white hair. Mike had the hair; the old man was bald. Mike and I moved to Texas the same summer of 1968, two Deep South rednecks (me, Mississippi; he, Alabama) in the same Dallas suburb subdivision.
By Kendall Bierer
At 434 pounds, Linda Kline was barely able to walk. Now, with a trainer’s help, she competes in triathlons.
Sitting at Starbucks, Linda Kline sipped her black coffee and smiled as she explained her rigorous training for the upcoming 2010 Trek Women’s Triathlon Series. Only five years ago, competing in such an athletic event would have been impossible for her.
By Sandra Carr
Longtime fans take heart: Hairstylist Jeanette Hughesis back in business
With her hands in motion pampering clients with cuts, curls and hairdos, Jeanette Hughes is an artist at work. Winter Park customers have benefited from her award-winning talent for 30 years.
By Rona Gindin
Shops serving tart and healthful frozen yogurt offer a cool way to beat the heat
The next time you crave a shock of cold to recuperate from the sultry summer weather, duck into a frozen yogurt shop. You won’t have to travel far. These hip, crisp dispensaries of yet another take on soft serve are all the rage in 2010.
By Christy Smith
Gary Lambert and Shawn Hunt’s pyramid-shaped home exemplifies style and comfort
Throughout history, civilizations around the world have built pyramids, structures recognized as architecturally strong and stable.
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Hollywood was a magnet for Soo Yong, a Chinese actress who made Winter Park her part-time home
In some parts of the country you may see movie and television stars on city streets or in local stores – places such as Los Angeles and New York City. Winter Park can be included on that list, thanks to actresses like Soo Yong, whose face in 20th century America was more recognizable than her name.
Taylor’s Pharmacy was founded by W.J. Taylor and opened in October 1948 at the corner of Park Avenue and Morse Boulevard. It promoted itself as “The drug store on the corner” with free delivery and “reliable prescription service,” according to an advertisement in the Winter Park Topics newspaper in March 1949.
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