You know how every year, Jan. 1 we list our goals, set out with the best intentions. And all through January, we're on track. Then February gets here, and we start out motivated, but by the time mid-month rolls around, we're back to our old habits.

LocalShops1.com and Key Business Partners are here to help! We're planning a full day with some of the top experts around, to help you get back on track, whether your goal is to lose weight, learn to play guitar, or get your finances in order.

Admission is free, but reservations suggested. For more info, e-mail localshopper@localshops1.com. Limited number of VIP passes will be available for $20, including goodies from each panelist.

Our panelists include:

-- Margo Hammond, published author & co-founder of the Book Babes, and former book editor of the St. Petersburg Times and founder of the Times Festival of Reading. Margo will talk about following your dreams.

-- Helen Huntley, financial adviser at Holifield Huntley Financial Advisers and former longtime personal finance editor and columnist for the St. Petersburg Times. Helen will talk about getting your finances in order and saving for the future.

-- Michele Northrup, founder of Intensity Academy gourmet sauces and mom to three 11-year-old boys. Michele will talk about branding/reinventing yourself.

-- Debi Cristiano, founder of Evolving Wellness studio, which offers a body-mind-spirit holistic approach to health. Debi will talk about holistic approach to healthy living.

--Marie Sanders, owner of Ready to Get Organized, a organizing expert, will share tips about how to declutter your life.

--Mary Ramsey, owner of Body-Mind-Balance and hypnotherapist with discuss how to quit smoking.



The experts will be stationed at LocalShops1 member businesses Sea Breeze Bed & Breakfast and Bo-Tiki.

The schedule!

At Sea Breeze Manor, 5701 Shore Blvd. in Gulfport:
11 -- Debi Cristiano (holistic approach to well-being (diet/nutrition/exercise/zen time)
11:30 -- Mary Ramsey, (quit smoking)
12 -- Michele Northrup (branding/reinventing yourself)
12:30 -- Helen Huntley (getting finances in order)
1:30 -- Margo Hammond (following your dreams)
2 -- Marie Sanders (organizing home/bills)


There will be raffles, too, and all proceeds will go to Get Rescued in Gulfport, which takes place that day as well.