Suncoast author John M. Capozzi recently received four new Florida Authors and Publishers Association (FAPA) President's Book Awards, bringing his career total to seven honors from the prestigious statewide organization.&nbsp;Capozzi earned his 2026 awards for two of his books: The Shadow Warrior Two and Payback. Both received recognition in the Adult Fiction/Action-Adventure category. The latest honors continue a remarkable writing career that began nearly 25 years ago with the publication of his first book, Why Climb the Corporate Ladder When You Can Take the Elevator? He followed that with Getting It Done, a book with 1,000 maxims, anecdotes and stories about getting ahead in life and business.&nbsp;Capozzi has authored twelve books that can all be found on <a href="https://www.amazon.com/stores/John-M.-Capozzi/author/B001K8WJ0U?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&amp;qid=1784124599&amp;sr=1-1&amp;shoppingPortalEnabled=true&amp;ccs_id=bb18c04f-0844-4964-8915-8c7502ce78a3" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon</a>, spanning business, health and fiction. In 2023, he published Aqua Therapy: How I Prevented Major Surgery, a personal account detailing how he avoided major surgery and discovered methods to stop and prevent muscle atrophy. He also lost 18 pounds doing cardio in his pool.&nbsp;His five works of fiction are all based on irrefutable facts. America At Risk was written in 2012 after meeting with friends from the FBI and CIA. Given today&rsquo;s events in Iran, it could not be more topical. Payback identifies how many Jewish families lost their fortunes in 1939 during WWII at the hands of a Nazi collaborator and how the Mossad brought the collaborator to justice. The Teller enlightens readers about bank fraud and how the FBI brought criminals to justice. The Shadow Warrior and The Shadow Warrior Two are spellbound thrillers about a highly trained CIA operative who finds wanted criminals and brings them to justice in a unique way.&nbsp;"Writing has given me an opportunity to share the experiences, lessons and adventures that have shaped my life,&rdquo; said Capozzi. "To have my work recognized by FAPA is very humbling.&rdquo;&nbsp;Capozzi's accomplishments extend far beyond the literary world. He served as an advisor to President George H. W. Bush and Secretary Colin Powell. Capozzi was also the youngest Eagle Scout in New York State history, served during the Vietnam War, and competed as a professional skier, tournament squash player, avid tennis player and golfer. Throughout his distinguished business career, he started and sold over 20 companies and earned 13 promotions in 13 years, including several C-suite positions. Most of his life stories are identified in his work, Getting It Done.&nbsp;An accomplished entrepreneur, Capozzi has served on many public, private and college boards. He also founded US Helicopter and Communications Corporation of America, which created the first affinity credit card used for nonprofit marketing. His expertise and achievements have led to appearances on national programs including The Today Show and Good Morning America.&nbsp;Capozzi continues to write actively. His book, Coping With Early-Stage Dementia, is now available on Amazon, and an audio book version will be released in August of 2026. He is currently working on his 13th book, an autobiography chronicling his extraordinary life and career. It will be released late summer. Capozzi resides in Sarasota County with his wife of more than 60 years.

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Sarasota Author John M. Capozzi Recognized with...

Suncoast author John M. Capozzi recently received four new Florida Authors and Publishers Association (FAPA) President's Book Awards, bringing his...

Sarasota Author John M. Capozzi Recognized with Four 2026 FAPA President's Book Awards

Free downtown Sarasota event invites all fitness levels to try workouts, a 5K, recovery experiences and more<a href="https://www.jeffersonfit.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">Jefferson Fit</a>, a full-service fitness and recovery center in downtown Sarasota, is hosting FREE FIT DAY, a free morning of fitness, recovery and connection on Sunday, September 6, from 7 to 10 a.m.
Open to members, non-members and all fitness levels, <a href="https://www.jeffersonfit.com/stronger-everyday/free-fit-day-sarasota" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">FREE FIT DAY</a> is designed to give people an easy way to try something new, connect with others and find ways to stay active.
The morning begins at 7 a.m. with check-in, stretching and warmups, followed by a 5K run/walk through downtown Sarasota at 7:30 a.m. At 8 a.m., participants can take part in short group fitness class demonstrations led by the Jefferson Fit team.
Guests can also experience Jefferson Fit's recovery amenities, including cold plunges, dry and infrared saunas, HaloRed salt and red light therapy, and Hyperice compression recovery.
Coffee from Sarasota Sips and snacks will also be available throughout the morning.
&ldquo;We wanted to create something that connects Sarasota&rsquo;s fitness community, but also feels welcoming to people who are simply looking for a way to be more active,&rdquo; said Jefferson Charles, founder of Jefferson Fit. &ldquo;You don&rsquo;t have to be a member or consider yourself an athlete. Come with a friend, try something new and be part of the morning.&rdquo;
Jefferson Fit plans for FREE FIT DAY to become a monthly community event, giving Sarasota residents regular opportunities to try new workouts, connect with others and explore different ways to engage with a healthy routine.
FREE FIT DAY reflects Jefferson Fit's approach to fitness and wellness: giving people support, options and a place where they feel comfortable showing up. By bringing training, group fitness and recovery together in one location, Jefferson Fit gives people different ways to take care of themselves based on their own goals.
<h2><a href="https://www.jeffersonfit.com/stronger-everyday/free-fit-day-sarasota" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">FREE FIT DAY</a></h2>
Sunday, September 6, 2026 7&ndash;10 a.m. Jefferson Fit 1800 Second Street, Suite 100 Sarasota, FL 34236 Corner of Second Street and Links Avenue
Schedule:
<ul><li>7 a.m. &mdash; Check-in, stretching and warmups</li><li>7:30 a.m. &mdash; Downtown Sarasota 5K run/walk</li><li>8 a.m. &mdash; Mini workouts, fitness activities and challenges</li><li>Throughout the morning &mdash; Recovery experiences, coffee, snacks and time to explore Jefferson Fit</li></ul>
The event is free and open to the public. All fitness levels are welcome, and participants do not need to complete the 5K or take part in every activity. Free parking is available.
Registration is requested through Jefferson Fit's FREE FIT DAY registration page at <a href="https://www.jeffersonfit.com/stronger-everyday/free-fit-day-sarasota" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">jeffersonfit.com/stronger-everyday/free-fit-day-sarasota</a>.
About Jefferson Fit Founded in 2023 by owner and head trainer Jefferson Charles, Jefferson Fit is a locally owned fitness and wellness center in downtown Sarasota. Known for its welcoming, community-driven atmosphere, Jefferson Fit offers a full-service gym experience featuring state-of-the-art equipment, personalized training, group fitness classes and advanced recovery services. The gym&rsquo;s mission is to help people of all fitness levels reach their goals through expert guidance, a supportive community and comprehensive amenities. Learn more at <a href="http://jeffersonfit.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">jeffersonfit.com</a>.

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Join us at Town Square University Parkway for an inspiring afternoon of fashion, fun, and community — all while supporting an incredible local cause!
This isn’t your typical fashion show. ❤️ Our runway will feature amazing cancer survivors as our models, celebrating their strength, confidence, and stories.
👗 Fashion Show featuring cancer survivor models 🎟️ Raffle baskets &amp; prizes 🥂 Food &amp; refreshments 🛍️ Local vendors &amp; community partners 💕 Proceeds benefiting Team Tony Cancer Foundation ✨ A fun afternoon supporting an incredible cause!
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