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Texas de Brazil hosts 'espeto corrido' networking reception BY BARI AUERBACH The translation for espeto corrido is the entertaining, continuous service guests receive at Texas de Brazil - introducing "the most incredible dining experience" at the new Brazilian steakhouse now open in The Village of Gulfstream Park in Hallandale Beach. Texas de Brazil recently hosted an Aventura Marketing Council networking reception for AMC business and community leaders who were among the first to see why the renowned churrascaria is featured in Zagat's "America's Top Restaurants" and has received a Wine Spectator's "Award of Excellence." Leaders from Granoff Enterprises, Aventura Optical, Crowne Plaza Hollywood Beach Resort and Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center were impressed to see the restaurant is almost as big as the heart of Texas - spanning 12,000 square feet with seating for 275 plus three private rooms available for private functions, a bar and lounge and spectacular floor-toceiling wine wall. Friends from Miami-Dade County Public Schools, City of Aventura, Equinox and Take Stock in Children agreed the Brazilian serving style and rustic atmosphere of Texas de
Aventura Comm. Billy Joel with wife Sandra; Comm. Bob Diamond with wife Arlene; Mary and John DiMarco
Brazil creates a unique, memorable dining experience. Authentically costumed, sword-wielding gauchos circulating throughout the dining room offer choice cuts of beef, chicken, lamb, pork and sausage - all cooked in the traditional Brazilian churrascaria style. Teams from Aventura Hospital, Allstate, FastCare, Mardi Gras Casino, Minuteman Press, Denise Rubin International Realty and AT&T applauded the "all-you-can-eat" concept, starting with Texas de Brazil's extravagant gourmet salad area displaying more than 50 items including favorites
like Brazilian black beans with pork, imported cheeses, marinated Portobello mushrooms and artichoke hearts. Even after enjoying assorted sides like fried bananas, garlic mashed potatoes and famous cheese bread served tableside, colleagues from Rub Pediatrics, Prudential, Miami Gardens Florist, EWM Realty, Berman Chiropractic and County Line Chiropractic still had room for more Brazilian sausage, chicken breast wrapped in bacon, rack of lamb and picanha -a house specialty. Financial experts from Northern Trust, Coconut Grove Bank, Wells Fargo, JGB Bank, Turnberry Bank and 1st United Bank praised Texas de Brazil's simple, fixed-price dining concept: guests pay a flat rate of $42.99 which includes the salad area, meats and side items, with as much or as little meat as desired, which is sliced and diced tableside by the gauchos. For those with a lighter appetite, the light dinner is available for $29.99 inclusive of all hot and cold
Representing Texas de Brazil at The Village at Gulfstream Park: Lorena Lischin, general manager; Aaron Wilkins, manager; Carmen Molina, events manager
Aventura Marketing Council members enjoy premier business networking in The Village at Gulfstream Park's newest hot spot
salad bar items. AMC frequent flyers from Doris Sutton Realty, AFLAC, American Impact Media, Levitt-Weinstein, Florida Marlins, Junior Achievement and optometrist Dr. Robert Sheir were happy to hear that now you don't have to go all the way to Dallas, Baton Rouge, Chicago, Las Vegas, Memphis, Richmond or Aruba to discover "the most incredible churrasacaria dining experience." Texas de Brazil, now open in The Village at Gulfstream Park in Hallandale Beach, is the restaurant's fourth Florida
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location. Family owned and operated since being established in 1998, the company has quickly grown into one of the country's premier churrascarias, currently operating 15 domestic and one international location. For more information about Texas de Brazil, phone: 954843-7600 or visit texasdebrazil.com and join the Texas de Brazil eclub to receive special email offers throughout the year and the latest news. Photography by Carlos Garcia
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Florida Marlins Community Foundation sponsors Student Connection trip to New World School of the Arts Almost 100 at-risk students were recently treated to a superb performance by their peers at the New World School of the Arts, thanks to the generosity of the Florida Marlins Community Foundation. As part of the Aventura Marketing Council's award-winning program with its eight Dade Partner schools, the Student Connection group enjoys monthly field trips to businesses, organizations and sites that offer the students career insight. "We're always delighted to host the Student Connection each year...it's a wonderful opportunity to not only help spread the word of the outstanding talent we nurture here at the New World School of the Arts, " said Daniel Lewis, Dean of the School of Dance, "but the students also learn about career possibilities in the performing arts." Starting with an African-themed dance featuring costumed dancers and running through classic songs from the 50's and 60's, the NWSA students gave a rousing one-hour performance to an excited and appreciative audience composed of students, counselors and businessleaders from the Aventura Marketing Council, as well as some special invited guests from The Sterling of Aventura, a senior lifecare center. Eileen Glastein of Bnai Zion Foundation , chairman of the Aventura Marketing Council's Education Committee, noted, "This is always one of the favorite field trips of the year for our Student Connection. Our at-risk students are motivated by seeing their peers enjoying school and working hard towards their chosen careers. Our goal with our students is to encourage them to complete high school as they are exposed to careers they may never have thought of before." For more information on the New World School of the Arts, visit mdc.edu/nwsa For information on the Florida Marlins Community Foundation, visit marlins.com
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Wanderings & Ponderings Dora’s Dilemma
have a girl in every town he worked in. Dora likes Bob. This made it important that whoever she At this moment, he is everything she wants in a man. He lets everyone around saw after Harry was one that she could trust as to his whereabouts. him aware that he truly cares for Dora. She doesn’t have any worries about Bob Considering the mess she had with Harry in that respect. She met him at her when they were married and the office since he worked next door. bigger battles she had when she He still works there so that takes divorced him, Bob is like a bit of care of his working hours. She is heaven on earth. with him in the evenings. She Her marriage to Harry was a knows well in advance when he big mistake. occasionally has to be elsewhere. They never could talk outside Gets enough calls from him conthe bedroom, they were too young firming where he is and how had different ambitions and goals. Dan Palmer –––––––––––––– much he misses her. She loves the Just a big mistake. Meeting Bob and enjoying his com- way he boasts about her when they are with plete attention gave her back her self friends. There is one thing that could mess them confidence and self respect. When she was married to Harry she never really up. Bob might ask her to marry him. That could be a problem for them. She knew where he was and what he was doing. He was a travelling salesman and really has no desire to break up Bob’s marshe had heard quite a few stories about riage so that he could then marry her. She that breed. She finally realized that would rather be the girlfriend he is faithful Harry fit the part because he seemed to to than the wife to whom he won’t be.
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Catch Derby Fever and win a Cadillac at Gulfstream Park this weekend
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Jewish Family Room at Aventura Hospital celebrates one year anniversary
World class thoroughbred racing in South Florida is underway with Gulfstream Park's premier racing season, and that means Derby Fever is heating up the racing world! This Saturday, Jan. 23rd Gulfstream Park presents the $150,000 Holy Bull Stakes, an important test of top 3-year-olds aspiring to Triple Crown glory and the springboard for the immortal, undefeated Barbaro, who parleyed a Holy Bull victory into tallies in the Florida Derby and then the Kentucky Derby. Adding to Holy Bull Weekend excitement, this Sunday Jan. 24, Gulfstream Park's casino will select five members of the Good Luck Player's Club for a chance to win the keys to a The undefeated Barbaro won the Holy Bull Stakes on his way 2010 Cadillac SRX. If not yet a member, guests can go to victories in the Florida Derby and the Kentucky Derby to either the first-floor or second-floor casino and quickly sign up for free Player's Club membership. Gulfstream's everyday specials, drawings and promotions put more action in players' fingertips every day. Live racing will run Wednesday through Sunday until April 24, with special live Monday racing on Feb. 15 (Presidents' Day). Post time is 1:15 p.m. Of course, in addition to world-class live thoroughbred racing, Gulfstream Park also boasts year-round simulcasting, genuine Las Vegas-style slots, Royal Match 21 Electronic Blackjack, Electronic Roulette, no-limit poker, live entertainment, and a wide array of dining options at Ten Palms and Christine Lee's. When will racing's next superstar appear? If you're planning a visit during Gulfstream Park's racing meet, be prepared to root and holler, because every 30 minutes there's another winner. And if history is any guide, future champions will likely be among them. For more information please visit gulfstreampark.com or call 954-457-6374
In the Fall of 2008, Aventura Hospital, under the leadership of hospital CEO Heather Rohan, opened the Gesher Tzedaka Jewish Hospitality Room to provide support services for the comfort of their Jewish patients and families. Founded by Miriam Alexander of the Yehuda Memorial Center Foundation and Efraim Fixler of Gesher Tzedaka, a local nonprofit that assists Jewish families in need, the room has become a welcome addition to the hospital's many amenities for its patients and their families, providing everything from Kosher meals to religious books. Judy Newell, H2U and the Volunteers at Aventura Rabbi Yisroel Brusowankin from the Hospital; Heather J. Rohan, CEO Aventura Hospital; Fixler, Gesher Tzedaka; Rabbi Yisroel Aventura Chabad, one of the hospital chaplains, Efraim Brusowankin, Aventura Chabad had a first-hand experience with the Gesher Tzedaka Jewish Family Room's caring atmosphere and the warm welcome his own father received as a patient. "As one of the chaplains of Aventura Hospital," said Rabbi Brusowankin, " I have had the pleasure of interacting with hospital CEO Heather Rohan on a few occasions. I find her to be a unique blend of professionalism and sensitivity. Under her inspired leadership, Aventura Hospital has become a very welcoming place for Jewish patients and visitors. "The Gesher Tzedaka Jewish Family Room has become a virtual oasis for Jewish patients and visitors, providing vital support services for Jewish patients and their families including kosher food, facilities, Jewish books and CD's, internet access, and a calm and serene setting for a Shabbat family meal or just a place to relax. As a further service to Jewish families, the hospital boasts a Shabbat elevator enabling more people to visit their friends and families on the Shabbat and Jewish holidays. "I personally benefit from Heather's accommodating and very encouraging manner in regards to my weekly patient visitations, as well as my holiday programs. She makes me feel comfortable and appreciated so that I in turn can convey these feelings to the patients and their families. I have also seen her interact with individual patients and convey to them the feeling that they are truly cared for and that their needs and concerns are important to her." "We are extremely grateful to Mr. Fixler and Mrs. Alexander for their warm generosity in dedicating this special room," remarked Heather Rohan, "The Jewish Hospitality Room is not just a gift for our hospital but for all Jewish visitors, observant or not, who seek a quiet place to rest while waiting to see a loved one." For more information on Aventura Hospital and Medical Center, visit aventurahospital.com or call 305-682-7000
Comm. Sally Heyman announces 2010 cycle of Mom and Pop Small Business Grant Program Small businesses may be eligible to receive up to $5,000 Small business owners in Miami-Dade's District 4 are invited to apply for Comm. Sally Heyman's Mom and Pop Small Business Grant Program. Applicants may be eligible to receive up to $5,000 that can be used for purchasing equipment, supplies, inventory, commercial liability insurance, security systems, advertising and marketing and making minor renovations. Applications will be accepted through noon February 15, 2010. Business owners interested in applying for the 2010 District 4 Mom and Pop Small Business Grant Program must meet the following criteria: existed for at least two years; employs no more than seven employees; currently not in default or non-compliance with any county loan or grant program; is not affiliated with a national chain; does not own more than two businesses; and does not engage in illegal activity at the stated business location. Only one application per business will be accepted; home-based businesses can apply but non-profit agencies cannot apply. Businesses that received funding in the past can apply, but priority will be given to those businesses that have never received funding. Applications can be typed or printed. Illegible, incomplete, or faxed applications will be disqualified. Guidelines for the Mom and Pop Small Business Grant Program require
that each approved recipient attend a mandatory business training workshop to be scheduled at a later date. Aside from financial support, the Mom and Pop Grant Program provides technical assistance in order to create a better working and business environment, promote economic development opportunities, educate owners about various county-funded programs and projects, form/foster better working relationships among small business owners, and retain and eventually create more jobs, offering the necessary training that small business owners so desperately need to become more efficient and competitive. Applications are available at Commissioner Heyman's office or on her website at miamidade.gov/district04. Applications must be received no later than noon at February 15, 2010 or they will not be accepted. Completed original applications can be mailed or hand delivered to: Comm. Sally Heyman, District 4, 1100 NE 163rd Street, Suite 303, North Miami Beach, FL 33162. To see if your business is located within District 4 or for more information, contact Comm. Heyman's office at 305-787-5999.
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Velocity Processing: Building a great company from the bottom up
Evie Hernandez and Chuck Kuehnle present Client Manifestation Seminar
BY LYNN CARROLL
BY LYNN CARROLL For entrepreneurs in need of more business contacts, a new home-study course to be launched at the end of the month promises an exciting new way to build your client base. The Client Manifestation™ Half-Day Course, CD Release and DVD Screening Party will help you tap into your inner power and start bringing in more clients right away, says Coach Evie Hernandez, CEO - that's Chief Encouragement Officer - of Evie International, an international training and coaching company. Coach Evie, who developed the course, is keynote speaker at the event, says Chuck Kuehnle, who is known for his coaching as 'Chat with Chuck' and is a Certified Professional Coach, an Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner and a Concept-Therapy Institute Instructor. Evie holds certification as a Holistic Life Coach/Trainer from the University of Metaphysics International and as a Radical Forgiveness Coach from The Institute of Radical Forgiveness. She's also licensed as a Master Practitioner by The Society of Neuro-Linguistic Programming. "Evie's high-energy platform presence ignites passion, imparts knowledge, and affects audiences around the globe," he says. "Her winning attitude helps individuals learn how to say 'Yes, I will change the world, by changing myself today!' "Evie truly awakens her students to tap their inner power to allow for personal transformation to take place."
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Chuck Kuehnle
The course integrates holistic life coaching techniques with cutting-edge low-cost or no-cost marketing techniques, Coach Evie says, to help solo entrepreneurs make money with a fast, fun and easy to follow marketing plan that will help them gain more exposure and manifest more clients. The event is scheduled for 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 30 at the Artech Aventura Clubhouse & Screening Room, 2950 NE 188th Street, Aventura. Cost is $60 for two people; RSVP by Jan 22 for free admission to the post-event networking party. Ten percent of all proceeds benefit Make-A-Wish Foundation. For more information, call 305-349-3843.
What Henry Ford was to the automotive industry, Velocity Processing aims to be in the field of credit card processing - with Aventura as its Detroit. "Like Henry Ford, we are conscientiously structuring this company through teams of specialists," said CEO Jeff Davidson. "We have a team of people to analyze merchant statements, a team specializing in implementation and training, Edward Steinberg, Chairman and Jeff Davidson, and a team that specializes in cus- CEO, Velocity Processing tomer and technical support." Edward Steinberg, Velocity Processing Chairman stated, "We take a global and transformational approach. While most companies in the industry focus solely on price, Velocity Processing performs a comprehensive analysis for our clients. This incorporates labor reduction, fraud and chargeback control, and implementing the optimal solution." CEO Jeff Davidson identified that "The best CEOs, CFOs, CPAs, and Controllers have extreme difficulty in evaluating merchant statements. Once our team has presented the analysis, graphs, and supporting documentation, the client discovers an accurate representation of their merchant account." "Velocity Processing is growing at 450% or more annually," Steinberg says. "In years to come, Jeff and I are confident that Velocity Processing will continue to build on the organizational architecture that we created - and Aventura is an outstanding place to build it." Velocity Processing is located at 19495 Biscayne Blvd., Suite # 609. For information, call 305-917-7000 or visit velocityprocessing.com
The Continental Group: Going green means saving green Whether they are using strategies to reduce utility bills or implementing a recycling program, in this economy communities are finding that going green can also mean saving green. The Continental Group, Florida's largest property management company and The City of Aventura want to show you how. The Continental Group has teamed up with The City of Aventura to host the inaugural Go Green Symposium on Thursday January 28th at 7 p.m., at the Aventura Government Center located at 19200 West Country Club Drive. The Continental Group along with its partners will unveil its Green Community Program, detailing the plans on how it can help transform communities into more environmentally friendly and in some cases LEED certified buildings. "Aventura is the ideal city to launch this concept. We have a great long standing relationship with the city and recognize their passion for building a green community," said Bill Worrall, vice president of client relations and development for The Continental Group. "Done right, we can help communities reduce their carbon footprint. The building will save money, the residents will save money, waste will be eliminated, and our environment will benefit," added Worrall. The Continental Group will work with willing communities and residents in taking them on a sustainable path in anticipation of Earth Day 2010. Through this, communities can benefit from tax breaks, utility savings, and a healthier place to live. Among the green options will be new heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) technology, a switch to natural gas, as well as irrigation features and rain sensors. Additional recommendations include lighting changes and environmentally friendly cleaning products. "The Go Green Symposium is an excellent outreach opportunity for residents and businesses to learn how make their buildings and properties more sustainable while reducing their carbon footprint. This program furthers the City Commission's direction recognizing the importance of being an environmentally responsible City. I would also like to recognize the Community Services Advisory Board for their valuable input in making this program a reality," said Eric Soroka, Aventura City Manager.
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Bill Worrall, The Continental Group; Pete Lucadano, Luke Brothers Landscape Services; Lee Cooke and Russell Simmons, Waste Management; Rick Levinson, Allen Steinman and Adam Uchin, Service America; Albert Shub, Florida Engineering Services; Kevin Maggs, HD Supply; Andy Lopez, HD Supply
Joining Continental in this project is Florida Power and Light (FPL), Waste Management, Service America, HD Supply, Paul Davis Restoration, and Sawgrass Landscaping. Each company will have a panelist at the symposium to discuss their role and how simple changes can be made on both smaller and larger scales that will not only have an eco-friendly impact on the earth, but will save considerable money. The free event will be open to the public and anyone interested in implementing the ideas presented to them by the speakers. For more information, or to request a free energy analysis for your community, please contact 954-378-2338.
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Historically Yours BY BOB DIAMOND GRACE AND CALVIN COOLIDGE Grace Coolidge was one of America’s most beloved First Ladies. She was warm, vivacious, an extrovert who endeared herself to others. After graduating from Vermont University in 1902, she became a lip reading instructor at the Clark Institute for the Deaf in Massachusetts, where she taught the deaf children to communicate. Her personality was the perfect complement to Calvin, who was shy, restrained, a man of few words and friends. A friend joked, “Having taught the deaf to hear, she might cause the mute to speak.” Calvin, however, had a sense of humor. According to historian William A. Degregorio, “A typical exchange involved the hostess who came up to him and said: ‘You must talk to me, Mr. President. I made a bet today that I could get more than two words out of you.’ Coolidge replied, ‘You lose.’” Grace taught their two sons how to play baseball, her favorite sport. She often went to Fenway Park, as she was a loyal fan of the Boston Red Sox. She was always on
Calvin’s mind. His only extravagance was buying beautiful clothes for Grace. “When she was away, he lacked the support he needed” often becoming depressed, stating, “I don’t know what I would do without her.” According to historian Carl Sferrazza Anthony, a story that the Coolidge’s took to a Maryland chicken farm illustrated “her sense of humor and earthiness, as well as the teasing repartee between them. As the farmer took the First Lady throughout the henhouse, they came upon a rooster on top of a hen. “Does the rooster do that often?’ Grace asked the farmer in mock-surprise. ‘Several times a day,’ responded the farmer. ‘Tell that to the President,’ the First Lady said, smiling. The embarrassed farmer did as he was told. ‘Mr. President, Mrs. Coolidge asked me to tell you that that rooster does that several times a day.’ Without missing a beat, the president asked, “With the same hen?’ The farmer answered, ‘No, Mr. President.’ With as straight a face as his wife, Coolidge got in the final touché. ‘Tell that to Mrs. Coolidge.’” Sources: William A. Degregorio, “The Complete Book of U.S. Presidents;” Carl Sferrazza Anthony, “First Ladies – The Saga of the Presidents’ Wives and Their Power, 1789-1961.”
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Gladys Mezrahi's Indigo Events captures your target market By Lynn Carroll
PROVOCATIVE QUESTIONS FOR PROVOCATIVE PEOPLE
LC: How does Indigo Events differ from most marketing companies? GM: We specialize in tactical event development to help clients achieve optimal results. Events marketing works as an alternative or addition to traditional advertising, because it allows us to create an event promoting services or products that cater specifically to the target audience. We also have a corporate division where we do all kinds of corporate events, such as seminars or training sessions, as small as a private meeting with 2 people or as big as a sales convention of 5,000. Finally, through our social division we stage weddings, bar mitzvahs, quinces and private dinners. LC: Do you offer packaged events? At what point does Indigo get involved in the process? GM: Everything is customized, because every event has its own objective,
mission and needs. For example, we did a bat mitzvah for girl who is into cooking. The invitations were aprons, the dĂŠcor was a kitchen and we brought in a famous chef to make the dessert onsite, there was no dancing but lots of entertainment for all the guests. We integrate the whole event from start to finish. We design the invitations, take care of the RSVPs, book the venue and entertainment, plan the menu, even send the thank-you notes. The client really comes as a guest to their own party-they don't need to do anything and they get to enjoy the party without worrying that things are ok. LC: Everyone's watching the bottom line these days. Isn't it more costly to hire an event planner than to do it yourself? GM: That' a common misconception, but actually we can save them money. We work within the client's budget, and
because we have strong relationship with hotels and other providers we can get discounts that we pass along to our clients. We're doing many things to mount beautiful events and still contain costs. For example, we're creating a whole new line of centerpieces without flowers for under $50. LC: How did you develop the concept of marketing through events? GM: I had my own line of cosmetics for 18 years, and the concept came through that experience. Because I wasn't about to compete with the major brand names through advertising, I created events to bring people into the stores. Indigo Events is located at 20900 NE 30th Ave., Suite 210. For more information, call Gladys Mezrahi at 305-931-2370 or visit indigoevents.net.
Chai Lifeline's annual gala brings help, hope to South Florida's seriously-ill children and families Chai Lifeline Southeast's children and their families will receive a boost when over 400 guests gather at the Seventeenth Annual Gala on January 31st at 5 p.m. to voice their support for the organization and pledge continued assistance for its families. The event at the Eden Roc Resort & Spa, 4525 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, attracts supporters from Dade, Broward and Palm Beach County and beyond. The evening ensures vital assistance for Chai Lifeline's seriously ill children and their families, who depend upon the organization and its supporters for the help they need to cope with serious pediatric illness. The gala will honor Dr. Trevor Resnick, recipient of the Medical Achievement Award; Chani Dennis, Woman of Valor; Elisha Milstein, Volunteer of the Year; and Allison Stone, Young Leadership Initiative Award. The evening will feature Rosh Lowe from WSVN Channel 7 News, with a Chani (Karen) Dennis Dr. Trevor Resnick Elisha Milstein Allison Stone musical performance by 7-year-old violin sensation, Brianne Kahane. "Our honorees share a deep-seated dedication to the children of Chai Lifeline," explained Henni Halberstam, the gala's coordinator. "Dr. Resnick is a brilliant and compassionate neurologist who has helped countless Chai Lifeline children. organization's children and combat the rippling ramifications of serious pediatric illChani (Karen) Dennis is a pillar of the Hollywood, Florida community, who has ness." passed down her love for Chai Lifeline's children to her entire family. Elisha Milstein Ellen Weiss, MSW, director of Chai Lifeline Southeast, remarked, "This single is an incredible Chai Lifeline Big Brother, and a truly amazing go-to volunteer. evening is such an important one for our families. Thanks to founding chairpersons Allison Stone has rallied for the children of Chai Lifeline with Young Leadership sup- Arlene and Sam Lasko, and dinner chairs Helene and Abbey Berkowitz, Gita and porters who are strongly committed to bringing services to as many sick children as David Galbut, Lillian and Elliot Hahn, and Joe and Lily Rosenblatt, the gala will have possible. " a larger impact than ever before." Halberstam continued, "The Gala's honorees and attendees do more than devote For more information or to make reservations please call 305-956-9990 or go to just one evening to Chai Lifeline; this is a year-round commitment to help the chaigala.org
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Texas de Brazil hosts
Eileen Glastein, Bnai Zion Foundation; Ken Klein, Ibis Funding
Texas de Brazil General Manager Lorena Lischin flanked by Carvers Ismael Imperatori and Francisco Queiroz
Jim Konschnik, Florida Breast Cancer Foundation; Gerard Nadeau; Nikki Eshelman, Ofc. of Dr. Richard M. Galitz and Dr. Drew Schnitt; Oscar Llorente, Mount Sinai Medical Center; Dr. Drew Schnitt, Plastic Surgeon
Alicyn Munoz and Maxine Hanchard-Foote, BB&T; Steve Solomon, AT&T; guest
Manny Vicnansky, Binca Imaging; Dr. Rachel Lapidot, 1st United Bank
Patsi Mednick, Allstate; Ellen Windheim, EWM; Maxine and Fred Vetensky, Addison Financial Services
Carmen Molina, Texas de Brazil; Robyn Kane, Aventura Hospital; Maria Galletti, Aventura Marketing Council
Marvin Cashion, Cashion ADR International flanked by Maira Diaz-Giusti, Jesus Soto and Ana Prado, Coconut Grove Bank
Evelyn Grossman; Leslie Stein, JGB Bank
David Kroner, Wells Fargo Advisors; Joyce Signorello, Florida Marlins; Shelley Costin, Miami Gardens Florist; Jason Katz, Circle of Lifesaving / Life Fitness
Angel Schmiedt, Take Stock in Children; Norman Axelman, Advantage Computer Solutions; Tiffany DiPanni, County Line Chiropractic
Dr. Robert Sheir, Optometric Physician with staff members Amanda Rodriguez, Sonia Aponte and Amber Stegall
Guest; Joanna Sheen, Equinox; Chuck Yacullo
Michael Yavner, Northern Trust; Bob Cahn, AFLAC; Nikki Eshelman; Sandra Morgareidge, Shelby Construction; Howard Fabian, Fabian Realty
Carolyn and Marty Granoff, Granoff Enterprises
Aventura Marketing Council members enjoyed a Brazilian feast
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'espeto corrido' networking reception
Brenda Vitucci; Mitch Blum, Southern Audio Visual; Joyce and Mario Signorello, Florida Marlins
Lori Fein, Prudential Florida Realty; Alina Feldman, Dr. Michael M. Krop Sr. High; Ely Feldman
Denise Rubin, Jonathan Golden, Judith and Stuart Weinberg, Denise Rubin International Realty
Linda Nash, American Impact Media; Jentry Redinger, FastCare
Sandy Samuels, Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center; Jason Katz, Circle of Lifesaving / Life Fitness; Evelyn Grossman; Elena Brouwer
Elena Solomon and Dr. Jack Berman, Berman Chiropractic Center; Dr. Robert Sheir; Sonia Aponte
Itai Benosh; Lynda Peeler; Dan Palmer, Aventura News; Joy Dawn Prevor, Miami Jewish Health Systems
Maxine and Louis Lopez, Airstron
Scott Sander, Sander & Associates; Debbie BlasbergSander, Bookkeepers USA; Murray Rubin, LevittWeinstein Memorial Chapels; Lori Chadroff; Ellen Windheim
David Kroner, Wells Fargo Advisors; Nicholas Gnad; Beachwood Financial Group; Lenny Marcus, Minuteman Press
Donald Lessne; Rick Kennedy, Aventura Hospital; Mark Lizzi, Turnberry Bank
Sam Edelsberg, Mercedes Benz Fort Lauderdale; Chuck Yacullo
Lauren Morris, AIPAC; Debbie Blasberg-Sander; Rita Regev, Optimar International Realty
Guest; Fanny Korn; Sherley Morris, Jet Printing
Massimo Pietroni, Jennifer Dann, Irina Slizskaya and Leama Vallely, Texas de Brazil
Todd Battaglia, Meg Green & Associates; Dr. David Muransky, Aventura Chiropractic Care Center Photography by Andrew Goldstein
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Financial Focus
Time to make new year’s financial resolutions BY JONATHAN J. D’OLEO Like many people, you may make some New Year’s resolutions. Perhaps you’ve promised yourself that you’ll visit the gym more often or learn a new language or reconnect with a long-lost friend. All of these are worthy goals, of course, and if you achieve them, you may add new dimensions to your life. But if you want to accomplish other major milestones you may have envisioned — a new home, college for your kids, a comfortable retirement and so on — you may need to set some New Year’s financial resolutions. What type of financial resolutions should you make? Here are a few ideas to consider: • Contribute as much as you can afford to your 401(k). Take full advantage of your 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement plan. Your contributions are typically tax deductible and your earnings grow on a taxdeferred basis. Every time you get a boost in
salary, try to increase the amount going into your 401(k), but at the very least, contribute enough to earn the employer’s match, if one is offered. In 2010, the contribution limit for 401(k) plans is $16,500, or $22,000 if you’re age 50 or over, although both these limits may increase if they are indexed for inflation. • “Max out” on your IRA. Even if you have a 401(k), you’re probably still eligible to contribute to an IRA. A traditional IRA grows tax deferred, while a Roth IRA’s earnings are tax free, provided you’ve had your account at least five years and don’t start taking withdrawals until you’re 59-1/2. (Your ability to contribute to a Roth IRA is based on your income.) You can fund your IRA with virtually any type of investment. In 2010, you can put in up to $5,000 to your IRA, or $6,000 if you’re age 50 or older, although, as was the case with your 401(k), these limits may go higher if they’re indexed for inflation.
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Relay Baton BY PATRICIA C. FRANK Every parent is acutely aware of what they have passed on. They can see it in the distinguishing features of their children. They can see the physical similarities. They can also see some of the other traits that they have passed on; someone’s musical ability, or someone’s sense of humor. In addition, they pass on character traits. It is possible that they are not as aware of these traits as they are of the physical attributes. Character traits are directly absorbed by children from their parents on a daily basis. Moment to moment the child is learning about honesty, courage, perseverance, compassion, kindness and patience. They are learning how to respect themselves and how to respect others, among many, many other things. Parents often say, “You are just like your; Father or Mother or Aunt or Uncle,” These statements can be compliments or they can be insults. Children can tell if it is a good thing or a bad thing to resemble other family members. Parents also pass on their attitudes, and their philosophy of life. They pass on their beliefs about whether the world is a safe place or a dangerous place
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BY BARI AUERBACH Sweating is a must; swearing is encouraged; losing weight is a requirement! Taught by a former Israeli drill sergeant from the Israeli Defense Forces, the renowned IDF Boot Camp program is now being offered in Aventura by the circle on Country Club Drive. Burn 1,000 calories in a group setting with great music, brand new equipment and cool people who want to get a great outdoor workout that you can’t get anywhere else! IDF Boot Camp was founded by Omer Cohen, a former Israeli Special Operations Officer – now bringing his experience training Israeli military elite units to “civilian” fitness enthusiasts. The IDF Boot Camp program includes exercise components designed to build body strength and core stability while improving cardio vascular stamina, balance, coordination and flexibility. “IDF Boot Camp is based on your own abilities – so regardless of what your current fitness level is or what shape you’re in, we can help you get the results you want,” Cohen explains. “Our personal and certified instructors are there to push you whenever you need it and make sure that you are doing the exercises correctly.” Certified with the National Council on Strength and Fitness, Cohen has been a personal trainer for many years, formerly affiliated with exclusive spas in Aventura,
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