ORLANDO, Fla., --- Golden Brothers Studios, LLC a Kissimmee based production company and film studio, will host a final open casting call from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 3, 4 and 5 to cast 200 extras and secondary actors in the upcoming Golden Brothers feature film production 365 Decision Time.
Golden Brothers Studio Producer Giovanni I. Reyes, said the cast auditions will be held at its offices at the UCF Business Incubator in Kissimmee, located in the Kissimmee City Center at 111 Monument Ave.
365 Decision Time is a feature length drama set for production in the Central Florida area later this year.
“Divorce, a middle child accused of murder, the younger one facing a decision of abortion and the adultery of the oldest are among the challenges that will attempt to destroy the unity of this family,” Reyes said. “These individual situations will lead to hard decisions that will change their lives.”
Reyes said co-producer Benjamin Guadalupe announced the award-winning cinematographer Jose Ambrano Cassela (Second Coming, The Sacred, The Tenant) will be filming the story along with Ariel Santiago.
Prospective cast members can visit www.365DecisionTime.com, phone 407-966-4227, or email talent@goldenbrothersstudios.com for registration information, casting locations, dates and guidelines.
About Golden Brothers Studios:
Golden Brothers Studios, based in Kissimmee, is an independent filmmaking company founded by three professionals with more than 50 years of combined experience in the audiovisual and multimedia medium. The mission of the company is production of feature films and television programs that convey a positive, uplifting message to a cultural society who frequently witnesses the disintegration of the family unit and lacks positive role models and spiritual foundation. It strives to produce films and programming with the latest technological advancements available to present relatable life issues, providing solutions that will positively change lives.
About the UCF Incubation Program:
Since its founding in 1999, the UCF Business Incubation Program has helped more than 160 emerging companies (including more than 100 current clients) create over $800 million in annual revenue and more than 1,600 new jobs with an average salary of $59,000. With nine facilities across the Greater Orlando community, the Business Incubation Program is a collaboration in economic development between the University of Central Florida, Orange County, the City of Orlando, Seminole County, the City of Winter Springs, The City of Sanford, Lake County, the City of Leesburg, Osceola County, the City of Kissimmee, City of St. Cloud, Volusia County and the Florida High Tech Corridor Council. Please visit www.incubator.ucf.edu.
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Cuhaci & Peterson Architects Named to Expand and Remodel LA Fitness on Orange Blossom Trail
ORLANDO, Fla. — Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, LLC based in Orlando’s Baldwin Park, recently completed design work on the remodel and expansion of the LA Fitness Center on South Orange Blossom Trail in Orlando.
Lonnie Peterson, chairman at Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, said the facility will expand the fitness center’s space to 12,000 square feet and include cycling, cardio and workout rooms.
Lonnie Peterson, chairman at Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, said the facility will expand the fitness center’s space to 12,000 square feet and include cycling, cardio and workout rooms.
Beazer Homes offers 14 Ready-To-Move-In Town Homes at The Enclave at Moss Park in Southeast Orlando
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Beazer Homes recently completed 14 ready-to-move-in town homes priced from $136,900 at The Enclave at Moss Park, located on Great Commission Way off Moss Park and Narcoossee Rds. in southeast Orlando.
Theresa Tilton, vice president of sales and marketing for Beazer Homes in Orlando, said new three and four bedroom town homes at The Enclave at Moss Park range in size from 1,303 square feet of living space to 1,966 square feet.
All new Beazer homes at The Enclave Moss Park feature eSMART energy-saving engineering with programmable thermostats, cost-saving CFL light bulbs, water-saving Moen low flow shower heads and faucets, MERV 8 air filters, and low VOC paints and carpets.
Theresa Tilton, vice president of sales and marketing for Beazer Homes in Orlando, said new three and four bedroom town homes at The Enclave at Moss Park range in size from 1,303 square feet of living space to 1,966 square feet.
All new Beazer homes at The Enclave Moss Park feature eSMART energy-saving engineering with programmable thermostats, cost-saving CFL light bulbs, water-saving Moen low flow shower heads and faucets, MERV 8 air filters, and low VOC paints and carpets.
Mattamy Homes Hosts Grand Opening to Showcase New Model Town Homes at Nona Preserve in Southeast Orlando
WINTER PARK, Fla. --- Mattamy Homes recently hosted a grand opening to showcase two new model townhomes at Nona Preserve at Lake Nona, its new town home community located on Narcoossee Road in southeast Orlando.
Steve Parker, president of Mattamy Homes U.S. Group, a division of Canada’s largest homebuilder, said Mattamy plans to build 140 new townhomes at Nona Preserve at Lake Nona and currently has 10 move-in ready townhomes available.
New three-bedroom townhomes with two-and-a-half baths at Nona Preserve at Lake Nona range in size from 1,500 square feet of living space to 1,735 square feet and are priced from the $150s.
About Mattamy Homes U.S. Group
Mattamy Homes www.mattamyhomes.com expanded into the U.S. in 2003 and is headquartered in Winter Park, Fla. with divisions in Orlando, Jacksonville Phoenix, Minneapolis and Charlotte. The homebuilder, the largest and most active in Canada with annual revenues exceeding $1.3 billion was ranked among the highest of all homebuilders in the greater Toronto and Ottawa areas in a nationwide customer satisfaction survey conducted by J.D. Power Associates.
Steve Parker, president of Mattamy Homes U.S. Group, a division of Canada’s largest homebuilder, said Mattamy plans to build 140 new townhomes at Nona Preserve at Lake Nona and currently has 10 move-in ready townhomes available.
New three-bedroom townhomes with two-and-a-half baths at Nona Preserve at Lake Nona range in size from 1,500 square feet of living space to 1,735 square feet and are priced from the $150s.
About Mattamy Homes U.S. Group
Mattamy Homes www.mattamyhomes.com expanded into the U.S. in 2003 and is headquartered in Winter Park, Fla. with divisions in Orlando, Jacksonville Phoenix, Minneapolis and Charlotte. The homebuilder, the largest and most active in Canada with annual revenues exceeding $1.3 billion was ranked among the highest of all homebuilders in the greater Toronto and Ottawa areas in a nationwide customer satisfaction survey conducted by J.D. Power Associates.
Winston James Development Offering Special Realtor Incentive for Home Sales in August at The Villages of Royal Palm
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. --- Winston James Development, Inc. is offering a special Realtor inventive to close on new home sales in August at The Villages of Royal Palm, the luxury active adult community it’s developing in Port Orange.
Winston Schwartz, president of Winston-James Development, Inc., said the Villages of Royal Palm will pay an added generous commission bonus and award a free 52 inch flat screen TV for all new home sales that close before Aug. 31.
The Villages of Royal Palm currently has seven ready-to-move-in homes available and 70 home sites, including 20 waterfront home sites and 30 that front on conservation areas.
Winston Schwartz, president of Winston-James Development, Inc., said the Villages of Royal Palm will pay an added generous commission bonus and award a free 52 inch flat screen TV for all new home sales that close before Aug. 31.
The Villages of Royal Palm currently has seven ready-to-move-in homes available and 70 home sites, including 20 waterfront home sites and 30 that front on conservation areas.
Winter Garden Chick-Fil-A, Yard Sale Fundraisers to Benefit Susan G. Komen 3-Day Walk for the Cure
ORLANDO, Fla. – Pinkie Promise, a southwest Orlando based team participating in the renowned Susan G. Komen 3-Day Walk for the Cure, will host “Spirit Night” from 5-8 p.m. Aug. 11 at Chick-fil-A on Daniels Rd. in Winter Garden.
Up to 15 percent of the identified sales during the three-hour period of 5-8 p.m. will be donated to Susan G. Komen for the Cure, according to team member Susan Breding.
Chick-Fil-A in Winter Garden will also provide a “prize wheel” patrons can spin to win food items. At $1 a spin every spin is a winner and 100 percent of the wheel proceeds will also go toward the $2,300 minimum donation to Susan G. Komen for the Cure Breding needs to collect to be eligible to participate in the famous 60 mile Walk for the Cure in Tampa Oct. 28-30.
Saturday, Aug. 13 at 331 Windford Court in Park Avenue Estates in Winter Garden, Breding is also hosting a yard sale to raise funds for Susan G. Komen for the Cure. All the proceeds from the sale will be applied towards Breding’s efforts to meet or exceed the goal that will qualify her to join thousands of fundraisers across the nation who walk 60 miles every year. Items at the Windford Court yard sale include tools, Christmas decorations, household items and knick knacks and a special feature-- a “Books for Breasts” table with a selection of used books in good condition.
The Susan G. Komen 3-Day for the Cure is a 60 mile walk over the course of three days. Net proceeds from the event are invested in breast cancer research and community programs to raise awareness.
For more information on these fundraising events email Breding at susanj@larryvershel.com. If you would like to make a donation to Breding or one of the Pinkie Promise team members, visit www.The3Day.org/goto/PinkiePromise and click on a member’s name.
Up to 15 percent of the identified sales during the three-hour period of 5-8 p.m. will be donated to Susan G. Komen for the Cure, according to team member Susan Breding.
Chick-Fil-A in Winter Garden will also provide a “prize wheel” patrons can spin to win food items. At $1 a spin every spin is a winner and 100 percent of the wheel proceeds will also go toward the $2,300 minimum donation to Susan G. Komen for the Cure Breding needs to collect to be eligible to participate in the famous 60 mile Walk for the Cure in Tampa Oct. 28-30.
Saturday, Aug. 13 at 331 Windford Court in Park Avenue Estates in Winter Garden, Breding is also hosting a yard sale to raise funds for Susan G. Komen for the Cure. All the proceeds from the sale will be applied towards Breding’s efforts to meet or exceed the goal that will qualify her to join thousands of fundraisers across the nation who walk 60 miles every year. Items at the Windford Court yard sale include tools, Christmas decorations, household items and knick knacks and a special feature-- a “Books for Breasts” table with a selection of used books in good condition.
The Susan G. Komen 3-Day for the Cure is a 60 mile walk over the course of three days. Net proceeds from the event are invested in breast cancer research and community programs to raise awareness.
For more information on these fundraising events email Breding at susanj@larryvershel.com. If you would like to make a donation to Breding or one of the Pinkie Promise team members, visit www.The3Day.org/goto/PinkiePromise and click on a member’s name.
Monday, August 1, 2011
Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty to Host Open House at 20 Acre Hillside Estate in Auburndale Aug. 13
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty will host an Open House from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13 at 5880 Berkley Rd., a unique 20-acre hillside estate in Auburndale.
Roger Soderstrom, founder and owner of Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty, said the property is zoned LR-2, which would allow a density of two to five units per acre if the new owner decides to develop the property.
The estate overlooks a large pristine lake and private picturesque spring fed pond, and features a 4,400 square foot Arthur Rutenberg luxury home with four bedrooms, three baths, a game room, screen enclosed swimming pool and spa and three-car garage.
The property, which is listed for sale for $1,295,000, also includes a 5,000 square foot detached custom built metal building with an air-conditioned office that can be used as a shop or for vehicle or RV storage. To see a brochure of the property, visit http://www.stirlingsir.com/eflyers/oldberkeleyrd/cwilson.html.), view a video http://youtube/p2xYqLPBya4
Chris Wilson, International Luxury Home Specialist with Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty will be hosting the open house and can be contacted at 321-289-8787 or chriswilson@stirlingsir.com.
Roger Soderstrom, founder and owner of Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty, said the property is zoned LR-2, which would allow a density of two to five units per acre if the new owner decides to develop the property.
The estate overlooks a large pristine lake and private picturesque spring fed pond, and features a 4,400 square foot Arthur Rutenberg luxury home with four bedrooms, three baths, a game room, screen enclosed swimming pool and spa and three-car garage.
The property, which is listed for sale for $1,295,000, also includes a 5,000 square foot detached custom built metal building with an air-conditioned office that can be used as a shop or for vehicle or RV storage. To see a brochure of the property, visit http://www.stirlingsir.com/eflyers/oldberkeleyrd/cwilson.html.), view a video http://youtube/p2xYqLPBya4
Chris Wilson, International Luxury Home Specialist with Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty will be hosting the open house and can be contacted at 321-289-8787 or chriswilson@stirlingsir.com.
Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty Selected to Market 20-Acre $1.295 Million Hillside Estate near Disney in Auburndale
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty has been selected to market a unique 20 acre hillside estate overlooking a large pristine lake plus a private picturesque spring fed pond on Berkley Road in Auburndale south of Walt Disney World.
Roger Soderstrom, founder and owner of Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty said the property is also minutes from the new USF Polytechnic campus where a new Wellness and Excellence Center will be underway soon.
RL-2 zoning allows for a density of two to five units per acre if the new owner decides to develop the property, which is listed for sale at $1,295.000. (See property brochure at http://www.stirlingsir.com/eflyers/oldberkeleyrd/cwilson.html.)
Soderstrom said the property is being represented by Stirling Sotheby’s International Luxury Home Specialists Erin Wanner and Chris Wilson.
Completely fenced with an electronic gated entry, the hillside estate features a 4,400 square foot Arthur Rutenberg luxury home with four bedrooms, three baths, a game room, screen- enclosed swimming pool, a spa and a three-car garage.
The property also includes a 5,000 square foot detached custom built metal building with an air-conditioned office, one-and-a-half baths, auto-lift and 18-foot doors that can be used as a shop or for vehicle and RV storage.
Visit http://youtu.be/p2xYqLPBya4 to see a video of the property.
About Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty:
Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty is affiliated with Sotheby’s International Realty, the largest luxury real estate brand in the world. Stirling Sotheby’s exclusive services include luxury residential, new homes, commercial, property management, in addition to supporting builders, developers, lenders, and asset managers. The company operates three performance zones which serve all of Central Florida. Visit www.StirlingSIR.com.
Roger Soderstrom, founder and owner of Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty said the property is also minutes from the new USF Polytechnic campus where a new Wellness and Excellence Center will be underway soon.
RL-2 zoning allows for a density of two to five units per acre if the new owner decides to develop the property, which is listed for sale at $1,295.000. (See property brochure at http://www.stirlingsir.com/eflyers/oldberkeleyrd/cwilson.html.)
Soderstrom said the property is being represented by Stirling Sotheby’s International Luxury Home Specialists Erin Wanner and Chris Wilson.
Completely fenced with an electronic gated entry, the hillside estate features a 4,400 square foot Arthur Rutenberg luxury home with four bedrooms, three baths, a game room, screen- enclosed swimming pool, a spa and a three-car garage.
The property also includes a 5,000 square foot detached custom built metal building with an air-conditioned office, one-and-a-half baths, auto-lift and 18-foot doors that can be used as a shop or for vehicle and RV storage.
Visit http://youtu.be/p2xYqLPBya4 to see a video of the property.
About Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty:
Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty is affiliated with Sotheby’s International Realty, the largest luxury real estate brand in the world. Stirling Sotheby’s exclusive services include luxury residential, new homes, commercial, property management, in addition to supporting builders, developers, lenders, and asset managers. The company operates three performance zones which serve all of Central Florida. Visit www.StirlingSIR.com.
Postal Uniform Company Tapped for State’s GrowFL Economic Gardening Program
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – The number 13 is proving to be a lucky one for A.M.E.’s Uniforms, an award-winning uniform manufacturer that has been selected to receive free technical assistance through the state-funded GrowFL program.
As A.M.E.’s 27 employees observed the company’s 13th anniversary last month (July), they’ve also been celebrating the assistance being given them by the Florida Economic Gardening Institute.
“So far, the designation means an opportunity to learn from some experienced members from many different professions,” said company President Mark Forst, who founded the company with his father Melvin Forst in 1998.
Part of the Florida Economic Gardening Institute, GrowFL was created in 2009 by the Florida Legislature and is based at the University of Central Florida in Orlando. When selecting businesses the institute looks for companies that have the potential to be successful, according to Dr. Tom O’Neal, executive director of the Florida Economic Gardening Institute.
“A.M.E.’s Uniforms is ideal for the program as it has shown that it has that potential,” said Dr. O’Neal, who also is associate vice president for the University of Central Florida’s Office of Research and Commercialization.
GrowFL is assisting A.M.E.’s Uniforms through a number of free services, including access to market research and technology, strategy analysis, CEO roundtables and forums, database research and website optimization.
“The help from GrowFL may help us continue our growth within our industry and perhaps expand into related industries,” Mark Forst said.
About A.M.E.’s Uniforms:
The family-owned company has received numerous awards, including being named twice to the Inc. 500 (2003-2004) as one of the 500 fastest-growing, privately-held companies in America by Inc. Magazine, and as one of the 100 fastest-growing inner city of America companies six times (2005-2010) by the ICIC [Initiative for a Competitive Inner City] in conjunction with Bloomberg BusinessWeek.. The ICIC recognizes successful inner city companies and their CEOs as role models for entrepreneurship, innovative business practices and job creation. For more information, visit www.amesuniforms.com or www.wassermanuniform.com
About the Florida Economic Gardening Institute:
The Florida Economic Gardening Institute was created by the 2009 Florida Legislature as the Economic Gardening Technical Assistance Program to stimulate investment in Florida’s economy by providing technical assistance for expanding businesses in the state. Qualified companies must be engaged in the following sectors to receive no-cost technical assistance: Manufacturing; Finance & Insurance Services; Wholesale Trade; Information Industries; Professional, Scientific & Technical Services; Management Services; and, Administrative & Support Services. Additional information is available at www.GrowFL.com.
As A.M.E.’s 27 employees observed the company’s 13th anniversary last month (July), they’ve also been celebrating the assistance being given them by the Florida Economic Gardening Institute.
“So far, the designation means an opportunity to learn from some experienced members from many different professions,” said company President Mark Forst, who founded the company with his father Melvin Forst in 1998.
Part of the Florida Economic Gardening Institute, GrowFL was created in 2009 by the Florida Legislature and is based at the University of Central Florida in Orlando. When selecting businesses the institute looks for companies that have the potential to be successful, according to Dr. Tom O’Neal, executive director of the Florida Economic Gardening Institute.
“A.M.E.’s Uniforms is ideal for the program as it has shown that it has that potential,” said Dr. O’Neal, who also is associate vice president for the University of Central Florida’s Office of Research and Commercialization.
GrowFL is assisting A.M.E.’s Uniforms through a number of free services, including access to market research and technology, strategy analysis, CEO roundtables and forums, database research and website optimization.
“The help from GrowFL may help us continue our growth within our industry and perhaps expand into related industries,” Mark Forst said.
About A.M.E.’s Uniforms:
The family-owned company has received numerous awards, including being named twice to the Inc. 500 (2003-2004) as one of the 500 fastest-growing, privately-held companies in America by Inc. Magazine, and as one of the 100 fastest-growing inner city of America companies six times (2005-2010) by the ICIC [Initiative for a Competitive Inner City] in conjunction with Bloomberg BusinessWeek.. The ICIC recognizes successful inner city companies and their CEOs as role models for entrepreneurship, innovative business practices and job creation. For more information, visit www.amesuniforms.com or www.wassermanuniform.com
About the Florida Economic Gardening Institute:
The Florida Economic Gardening Institute was created by the 2009 Florida Legislature as the Economic Gardening Technical Assistance Program to stimulate investment in Florida’s economy by providing technical assistance for expanding businesses in the state. Qualified companies must be engaged in the following sectors to receive no-cost technical assistance: Manufacturing; Finance & Insurance Services; Wholesale Trade; Information Industries; Professional, Scientific & Technical Services; Management Services; and, Administrative & Support Services. Additional information is available at www.GrowFL.com.
Beazer Homes Announces the Get More Save More Sales Event August 1-15
Orlando, Fla. -- Beazer Homes USA, Inc. (NYSE: BZH), one of the country’s top 10 homebuilders, is giving homebuyers a chance to pack on extra savings with its Get More Save More Sales Event, August 1-15. During the two-week nationwide promotion, Beazer is offering incentives on quick move-in and to-be-built eSMART homes that have earned the ENERGY STAR® seal of approval.
Beazer research shows that prospective homebuyers value the energy-saving benefits of its eSMART homes. Beazer’s signature eSMART homes exceed ENERGY STAR® qualifications and allow homeowners to get more out of their home – more ways to conserve water, more ways to improve indoor air and more energy-efficiencies to lower the ongoing cost of ownership.
The Get More Save More Sales Event will allow those in the market for a new home to get a great deal that will lower their monthly utility bills.
David Byrnes, Division President of Beazer’s Orlando Division, said you can’t buy a home at a better time. “It’s still a buyer’s market,” he said, adding “Low interest rates and affordability make this a great time to buy a home. And with our quick move-in homes, buyers can get into their homes even sooner and start experiencing the energy efficiency of our eSMART homes.”
Every Beazer home comes equipped with energy-efficient features such as a home energy monitor, programmable thermostat, compact fluorescent light bulbs and an ENERGY STAR® dishwasher – all at no additional cost to the buyer.
Research also shows that homebuyers enjoy the ability to personalize a new home and make it their own. “That’s a huge advantage of buying a new home,” Byrnes said.
During the Get More Save More Sales Event, prospective homebuyers will truly be able to capitalize on buying a new home and making it their own through options such as flooring, lighting and appliances. They can go even further by selecting cabinetry, fixtures and finishes.
Beazer is inviting prospective homebuyers who want to get more out of a home and save more to come out during the Get More Save More sales event, August 1-15, with special incentives in a variety of single family, town home and condominium home communities in 22 metropolitan areas across the country. For more information, visit www.beazer.com.
Beazer Homes USA Inc.
Beazer Homes USA Inc., headquartered in Atlanta, is one of the country’s 10 largest single-family homebuilders, with operations in Arizona, California, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia. Beazer Homes is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “BZH”.
Beazer research shows that prospective homebuyers value the energy-saving benefits of its eSMART homes. Beazer’s signature eSMART homes exceed ENERGY STAR® qualifications and allow homeowners to get more out of their home – more ways to conserve water, more ways to improve indoor air and more energy-efficiencies to lower the ongoing cost of ownership.
The Get More Save More Sales Event will allow those in the market for a new home to get a great deal that will lower their monthly utility bills.
David Byrnes, Division President of Beazer’s Orlando Division, said you can’t buy a home at a better time. “It’s still a buyer’s market,” he said, adding “Low interest rates and affordability make this a great time to buy a home. And with our quick move-in homes, buyers can get into their homes even sooner and start experiencing the energy efficiency of our eSMART homes.”
Every Beazer home comes equipped with energy-efficient features such as a home energy monitor, programmable thermostat, compact fluorescent light bulbs and an ENERGY STAR® dishwasher – all at no additional cost to the buyer.
Research also shows that homebuyers enjoy the ability to personalize a new home and make it their own. “That’s a huge advantage of buying a new home,” Byrnes said.
During the Get More Save More Sales Event, prospective homebuyers will truly be able to capitalize on buying a new home and making it their own through options such as flooring, lighting and appliances. They can go even further by selecting cabinetry, fixtures and finishes.
Beazer is inviting prospective homebuyers who want to get more out of a home and save more to come out during the Get More Save More sales event, August 1-15, with special incentives in a variety of single family, town home and condominium home communities in 22 metropolitan areas across the country. For more information, visit www.beazer.com.
Beazer Homes USA Inc.
Beazer Homes USA Inc., headquartered in Atlanta, is one of the country’s 10 largest single-family homebuilders, with operations in Arizona, California, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia. Beazer Homes is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “BZH”.
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