Community Events
FREE SEMINARS
New Knees and Healthy Hips
Thursday, March 11th, 5:30 pm
LWRMC Conference room 1
Join Orthopedic Surgeon, John Ayers, M.D. as he discusses the options available to those experiencing pain in the knees or hips. Dr. Ayers will discuss cartilage injuries, partial and total knee replacement and resurfacing as well as partial and total hip replacement and resurfacing. This seminar is free and refreshments will be provided.
Get your Back… Back on Track
Saturday, March 13th, 10 am
LWRMC, Conference room 1
Dr. Mark Harper with Sarasota Orthopedic Associates is hosting a Saturday morning seminar on back and leg pain. Dr. Harper will discuss minimally invasive pain relief options such a spinal stenosis. He will also provide information on the X-stop procedure. This seminar is free and refreshments will be provided.
Heartburn and Reflux Relief …for good
Thursday, March 18th, 6:30 pm
Hampton Inn, 5995 Cattleridge Blvd., Sarasota
Join Dr. Jose Erbella to learn about an incisionless procedure that alleviates heartburn and reflux for many patients. The procedure uses the Esophyx device to correct the anatomical cause of reflux. Dr. Erbella is the only physician in the Manatee/Sarasota County area performing this innovative procedure. This seminar is free.
Spinal Stenosis = Back Pain Relief
Tuesday, March 23rd, 4:30 pm
LWRMC Conference room 1
Join Dr. Gennedy Gekht with Coastal Orthopedics and Pain Management to learn more about minimally invasive options available to patients experiencing back pain. Dr. Gekht will discuss Spinal Stenosis along with other surgical and non surgical treatment options. This seminar is free and refreshments will be provided.
Overcoming Addictions… with a Doctor’s Help
Thursday, March 24th, 5:00 pm
Polo Grill, 10670 Boardwalk Loop, Lakewood Ranch
Join Psychiatrist, Dr. Jamie Smolen to learn how Lakewood Ranch Medical Center's Bright Vista program is helping patients overcome drug and alcohol addictions through medical stabilization. Dr. Smolen will explain how medical stabilization often provides improved patient response to psychiatric treatment. This seminar is free and refreshments will be provided.
Causes and Treatments for Foot and Ankle Pain
Tuesday, March 30th, noon
LWRMC, Conference room 1
Join Dr. Daniel Howard, DPM of Sarasota Orthopedic Associates to learn more about common causes of pain in the foot and ankle. Dr. Howard will discuss both surgical and non surgical treatment options to get you back on your feet. This seminar is free and refreshments will be provided.
Overcoming Addictions… with a Doctor’s Help
Wednesday, March 31st, noon
Polo Grill, 10670 Boardwalk Loop, Lakewood Ranch
Join Richard Aranibar, MD to learn how Lakewood Ranch Medical Center's Bright Vista program is helping patients overcome drug and alcohol addictions through medical stabilization. Dr. Aranibar will explain how medical stabilization helps patients overcome their most intense withdrawal symptoms. This seminar is free and refreshments will be provided.
Overcoming Addictions… with a Doctor’s Help
Thursday, April 8th, 6:00 pm
Polo Grill, 10670 Boardwalk Loop, Lakewood Ranch
Join Psychiatrist, Dr. Lester Permesly to learn how Lakewood Ranch Medical Center's Bright Vista program is helping patients overcome drug and alcohol addictions through medical stabilization. Dr. Permesly will explain how medical stabilization often provides improved patient response to psychiatric treatment. This seminar is free and refreshments will be provided.
Seminar Seminar seating is limited so please call Direct Doctors to register at 1-800-454-8215.
A Seriously Spicy Food Competition
The Sarasota Chili Cook Off to Bring in Statewide Competitors
Beks Entertainment Group proudly announces the Sarasota Chili Cook Off, taking place at the Sarasota County Fairgrounds on April 10th, 2010. The Sarasota Chili Cook Off will feature live music, kid’s activities, corn toss and plenty of chili to taste. The cost to attend is $10 for adults, and children under 13 are free. Proceeds from this event benefit the Education Foundation of Sarasota County, Inc’s Student Emergency Fund. Chili Team registration and tickets are available for purchase at www.sarasotachili.com.
This is the first Cook Off in Sarasota to be sanctioned by the International Chili Society (ICS). Locals will compete against contestants from all over the state of Florida to produce the best bowl of Texas Red (no beans) on-site in three hours. Trophies and over $2,000 in prize money is given to the top 5 finishers, while the first place winner will also be eligible to compete at the 2010 International Chili Society World’s Championship Chili Cook-off. Awards will be presented for People’s Choice Chili and Best Booth.
“This is the only competition I have ever known where bribing the judges is a good thing,” explained Elise Lipoff, Sarasota Chili Cook Off Coordinator. She continued, “Sarasota may have experienced small cook offs in the past, but this event brings competition chili to a whole other level. We hope that the local cooks will represent Sarasota’s fiery spirit because cooks from as far as Colorado have already registered and want a crack at that $1,500 first prize for ICS chili and that spot to advance to the World’s Cook Off.”
The cost to register a non- ICS Member Chili Team is $90, which includes entry for a team of up to 4 people, a 10x15 space, water hook up, and ICS Membership fees. Teams are encouraged to create fun booths that entice the public to vote for chili and to win the Best Booth award.
For more information on team registration, vendor applications and sponsorship information, go to the Sarasota Chili Cook Off website: www.sarasotachili.com or contact Tim Bekkering, tim@beksentertainmentgroup.com.
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About Beks Entertainment Group
BEKS Entertainment Group specializes in the promotion and production of special events. Driving our corporate philosophy is a desire to provide good, wholesome entertainment at reasonable prices. Dedication to supporting charities is a commitment we take seriously and incorporate into every event we represent. For additional information, please visit: www.beksentertainmentgroup.com.
About the Education Foundation of Sarasota County, Inc.
Proceeds benefit the Student Emergency Fund of the Education Foundation of Sarasota County, Inc. Dedicated to quality education for all children, the Education Foundation is an independent not-for-profit organization that works in partnership with the community and Sarasota County public schools. With the support of individuals, families, companies and foundations, the Education Foundation awards more than $1,200,000 each year to initiatives including the TeXcellence Computer Donation program, the Science Fair, Teacher of the Year, Academic Olympics, Literacy for Life, classroom grants, fine arts programs, and assistance for students in need. For more information visit www.EdFoundation.net or call 941-927-0965.
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