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ASAP Staffing Services and TD Bank host Dr. Mark Pitcavage, Anti-Defamation League BY BARI AUERBACH
cies. Prior to joining the ADL, he operated the Militia Watchdog website - providing public ASAP, TD and ADL redefined acronyms for information about domestic terrorism. "expedient, convenient and vigilant" when ASAP "Our South Florida ADL office led by Staffing Services and TD Bank hosted an Aventura Andrew Rosenkranz is one of the best, Marketing Council Chairman's Roundtable meeting protecting the citizens of Florida in all featuring Dr. Mark Pitcavage, the Anti-Defamation different ways‌from hate crimes and law League's Director of Investigative Research. enforcement training - to helping with AMC Chair Cliff Schulman of discrimination complaints, legislaGreenberg Traurig welcomed business tive and policy issues," and community leaders gathered at the Pitcavage said. Newport Beachside Hotel & Resort for He noted a troubling trend the event along with ASAP Staffing in the U.S. is a "startling Services managing director Luis A. wave of violence" coming Luciani and Business Development from various right-wing Manager Aldo Ferri; TD Bank Florida extremist movements. "It Market President Tom te Riele and doesn't take very many peoNorth Miami branch manager Ray ple totally committed to Alvelo. extreme ideologies to cause a ASAP, the largest and most reputable whole lot of misery for a whole Hermes Alvarez and Thomas te Reile, TD Bank; Dr. Mark Pitcavage; Aldo Ferri and Luis staffing firm in Venezuela, now also operlot of people. Luciani, ASAP Staffing ates in South Florida, providing clients in Bob Hollander, Brown & Brown "Domestic, home-grown virtually every professional area with solu- Insurance with Aventura groups from within our own borhave no shortage of people to blame." Marketing Council Chairman Cliff tions and services for their human resource Schulman, ders, white supremacists and other antiNow the nation's premier civil rights/human Greenberg Traurig needs. ASAP offers personalized attention, government extremists such as militia relations agency, ADL fights anti-Semitism and all customized services, and precise job groups have shown a great increase in forms of bigotry, defends democratic ideals and prodescriptions - expertly recruiting the right candidates to either size, violent activity levels or both - and it's caus- tects civil rights through information, education, legisfulfill skill requirements and be corporately compati- ing us a lot of concern." lation, and advocacy. ADL serves as a resource for govble. Attributing the resurgence of extremist movements ernment, media, law enforcement, educators and the TD Bank, a member of TD Bank Financial Group in part to the recession, Pitcavage said, "Anytime you public through a network of 30 regional and satellite of Toronto, Canada, is one of just three triple-A-A-A- have a severe economic crisis, it leads to a large offices in the U.S and abroad. rated banks on the NY Stock Exchange and one of the number of people who may be desperate or are angry For more information about ASAP Staffing, phone: 15 largest commercial banks in the U.S. Renowned as and want someone to blame for their plight. These peo- 786-431-2858; TD Bank: 305-892-1792; ADL: "America's Most Convenient Bank," TD provides a full ple externalize through vengeance - and extremists 561-988-2927. range of retail, business banking and commercial products and services at 1,000+ locations from Maine to Florida open seven days a week. J.D. Power and Associates has ranked TD Bank "Highest in Customer Satisfaction" for four consecutive years in both retail and small business banking for delivering an unparalleled customer experience. Introduced as "an historian and national authority on extremism," Dr. Mark Pitcavage has trained over 14,000 law enforcement officers and assisted in hundreds of investigations Jimmy Gonzalez, Brickman Group; Charlene Welker, MDCPS School Board Member Dr. Wilbert "Tee" Leslie Stein, JGB Bank; Ben Launerts, Marksman into terrorism and extremism, working Security; Mount Sinai Medical Center; Maira Diaz-Giusti, Holloway; Andrew Rosenkranz, Anti-Defamation Rosie Sardinas-Lajara, Aventura Worldwide Coconut Grove Bank; Oscar Llorente, Mount Sinai closely with the FBI, state and local agen- Transportation Service League Medical Center
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"Two thumbs up" for Aventura Hospital's Emergency Room! Selma Ross of Biscayne Cove didn't expect to wind up in a hospital that sunny morning in Aventura as she went downstairs to the garage to get her car. But within minutes of walking out of her building, she fell onto the ground, and was crying out in pain when her friend Arthur Barr was walking into the building. Within seconds, Barr picked her up and they were on their way to the Emergency Room at Aventura Hospital & Medical Center. "I couldn't believe how fast and how
efficiently they took care of Selma!", said Barr. "She was treated with great care and concern...and found that she suffered a broken elbow, and placed her arm in a splint. They checked her thoroughly for any other injuries, and found that everything else seemed fine." "I'm so pleased with the immediate care I received at Aventura Hospital's ER.....I truly feel it was 'loving care' --.they really surpassed my expectations!" said Ross.
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Aventura Marketing Council recognizes Officer of the Month
Keeping up with Krystal Marcus Miami - New York, New York - Miami‌ Fast paced and full of energy is what keeps the business rolling in and staying on top of her game in not one market but multiple markets is what Krystal takes deep pride in. But in addition to keeping busy with finding the 'right' match for her client's real estate concerns she makes a considerable effort to give back to the community through her assistance with The Streisand Foundation which works to support environmental issues, women's issues, civil liberties and democratic values, civil rights, children's and youth related issues and AIDS research and advocacy. A guest at Barbra Streisand's recent concert in New York at The Village Vanguard, Krystal was invited to attend the after party at the Waldorf Astoria where famed guests included President Bill Clinton, Sarah Jessica Parker and Barry Dillar among others. When Krystal returned from New York, she raced backstage to meet new friend, Robin Williams, after his performance at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. Specializing in the luxury market, Krystal Marcus has proven to be the ideal matchmaker for clients from all over the globe. While the range and diversity of the South Florida Real Estate Market can be overwhelming, Krystal Marcus Realty focuses on matching the needs of its clients to the property that suits them perfectly. To reach Krystal Marcus and for inquiries about The Streisand Foundation, call Krystal direct at 305-439-8686, 305-932-8810 or visit krystalmarcusrealty.com
Krystal Marcus with friend Barbra Streisand
Officer Robert Myers Krystal (right) and Doris Suttin (left) with Robin Williams
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Michelle Quintanilla named director of pharmacy at Aventura Hospital Aventura Hospital is proud to announce the promotion of Michelle Quintanilla to the role of director of the pharmacy. Quintanilla has worked in leadership roles in hospital pharmacies throughout the country for the past 13 years, the last six years of which she worked with Comprehensive Pharmacy Services, formally known as McKesson. Among her various leadership roles, she has overseen the development and expansion of hospital pharmacy programs. "Michelle brings years of pharmacological and leadership experience to our facility," said Aventura Hospital CEO Heather Rohan. "Her knowledge and understanding of the diverse needs of pharmacy departments and her expertise at implementing improvements that meet those diverse needs have already made a positive
impact on our hospital." Aventura Hospital and Medical Center is a 407 acute care medical/surgery facility providing award winning inpatient and outpatient diagnostic, medical, surgical, cardiovascular and cancer services to the communities of northeast Miami-Dade and southeast Broward counties since 1965. Always on the cutting-edge of healthcare technology, Aventura Hospital was the first in Dade County to install the da Vinci S HD Robot and the Elekta Synergy S. The Aventura Hospital and Medical Center is fully accredited as a Cycle II Chest Pain Center, and the Stroke Program was the first in Dade County to earn The Joint Commission Primary Stroke Center Certification Program Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare quality. For more information, visit aventurahospital.com
Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida presents Gwendolyn, the Graceful Pig Dancers perform as storyteller reads aloud, Aventura Barnes and Noble, Sat., Feb. 27th Dreams of dancing, and imaginative fantasies will come alive on Saturday, February 27th, at the Aventura Barnes and Noble, when a storyteller reads aloud Gwendolyn, the Graceful Pig, and dancers from Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida act out the story through dance. The event, which takes place from 12 noon to 2 p.m., will feature storytelling, a question and answer session, a live performance, a raffle to win tickets to Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida's "Chipollino," and even a chance to meet the author himself, David Ira Rottenburg. The charming children's book is about a pig who wishes to dance, but lacks the grace required of a ballerina. Young dancer hopefuls will have the chance to meet with professional ballerinas, and see up close the costumes and pointe shoes that they use on a daily basis. Also, dancers from Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida will treat audiences to a brief show, highlighting dances from "Chipollino." This is an excellent way for your youngster to learn more about the art of dance, as they watch the dancers re-create the story through dance and mime. The author, David Rottenburg, will also be on
hand to answer questions and sign books. In addition, Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida and David Ira Rottenburg will be traveling to several public schools in the surrounding area, and putting on a special program that centers around the book. The education outreach program will combine the imagination shown in the book with some fun activities related to dance, and is meant to inspire young children to become more interested in the arts. Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida will receive a percentage of the profits from all books purchased during the event through March 2nd. Be sure to present your special book fair voucher, available through the ballet, or mention that you are a supporter of the ballet, in order for the company to be given the percentage. In addition, anyone who purchases Gwendolyn, the Graceful Pig at the Aventura Barnes and Noble, on February 27th, will automatically be entered in a raffle to win two tickets to Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida's upcoming production of "Chipollino." For more information, call 305-9353232.
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Every step counts: National Psoriasis Foundation Walk to Cure Psoriasis Pain in 17-year-old Lauren Henschel's fingertips can make it impossible to take notes in class. She spends one day each weekend in bed due to nausea from heavy medications. The Aventura teen lives with psoriasis, a chronic, debilitating disease of the immune system that appears on the skin. It is the most prevalent autoimmune disease in the country. Lauren is one of 7.5 million Americans and one of 417,000 Floridians - living with this disease. Recently, she was diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis, a Aventura resident Lauren Henschel, second related condition that causes painful swelling of the from left with her sisters Tori, Jamie and Ali at joints. Up to 30 percent of people with psoriasis also the 2009 Walk to Cure Psoriasis in Miami. develop psoriatic arthritis. Lauren is committed to doing all she can do find a cure for these painful conditions. That's why she'll be among the 1,250 participants expected at the fourth annual Walk to Cure Psoriasis, beginning at 8 a.m., Sunday, March 7, at Aventura Mall. The family-friendly 1K or 5K walk will also feature live music, food and T-shirts for participants. Partnering with the National Psoriasis Foundation, Lauren and her sister Jamie launched the walk in 2007 as a project for Jamie's bat mitzvah to help raise awareness and funds for a cure. Since then, Lauren's efforts to galvanize her peers have helped the Walk to Cure Psoriasis in Miami become the largest and most successful of the Psoriasis Foundation's 19 nationwide walks. Through a youth committee Lauren formed, teens talk to local kids about psoriasis, delivering the message that psoriasis isn't contagious. The group also sets up booths to educate the community. "I'm now able to cope with psoriasis because of the potential for positive change that I have seen in treatment and research as a result of my work to raise money and educate others to make a difference," says Lauren Henschel. Lauren was recently named one of Florida's top two youth volunteers for 2010 by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards. To register for the March 7 walk, or to donate, visit walk.psoriasis.org or call 877-825-9255.
Girls Rule at Gulfstream Park with Fasig-Tipton Filly Festival, Honda giveaway This Saturday, February 27th, Gulfstream Park presents the all-new Fasig-Tipton Filly Festival, a three-stakes series showcasing the top fillies and mares in training. Anchored by the $150,000 Davona Dale, the Filly Festival card also features the $100,000 Sabin on the dirt and the $100,000 Very One on the turfall for female race horses. Also this Saturday, at 10 p.m., as part of its Saturday, February 27th at 10 p.m., five Good Green Envy Honda Giveaway, Gulfstream's casino Luck Player's Club members will have a chance will select five members of the Good Luck Player's at Gulfstream's Green Envy Honda Giveaway Club for a chance to win a 2010 Honda Hybrid. If not yet a member, guests can go to either the first-floor or second-floor casino and quickly sign up for free Player's Club membership. Gulfstream's daily specials, drawings and promotions bring more action to Player's Club members every day. Sunday's races will be highlighted by the Mac DIarmida for distance turf runners. Also this Sunday, at 9 p.m., Gulfstream's casino will award up to $20,000 as part of its "Case or Cash" casino promotion for members of the Good Luck Players Club rewards program. In Gulfstream's version of America's most popular TV game show, five finalists will be chosen at 9 p.m. and given the opportunity to select one of 20 cases containing up to $20,000 in cash. Each finalist may either sell the case back to "the house" or take his or her chances and open the case. Player's Club members will receive one free entry every day leading up to the prize drawing and can earn additional entries with their casino play. Gulfstream Park hosts world-class live thoroughbred racing, year-round simulcasting, genuine Las Vegas-style slots, electronic blackjack, electronic roulette, free bingo on Tuesdays, $1 drafts, no-limit poker and live entertainment. Conveniently connected via staircases and balconies to the newly opened Village at Gulfstream Park, the facility offers entertainment and dining options for every age, every taste and every budget. For more information please visit gulfstreampark.com
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VIEWPOINT New American Crisis BY BEN MANSKI Unhinged. Absurd. Outrageous. That's how you could describe the Supreme Court's recent decision in Citizens United vs. Federal Election Commission. Unfortunately, the decision was much, much worse than that. How much worse? You might have some idea if you've ever found yourself facing foreclosure on your home; or worked at a company that was downsizing and laying people off; or enrolled in a college where the tuition keeps doubling; or faced salary freezes year after year, even while the cost of living rises. Most of us know how those things feel. It's the feeling of losing control over your destiny. Get used to that feeling. It has just become what it feels like to be a citizen of the United States of America. Writing for the majority, Justice Anthony Kennedy asserted that, "By taking the right to speak from some and giving it to others, the Government deprives the disadvantaged person or class of the right to use speech to strive to establish worth, standing, and respect for the speaker's voice." The "disadvantaged person" Kennedy referred to is the corporation. In law, this means that corporations now enjoy constitutional protections against government regulation. Like people. Yes, that's crazy. Justice John Paul Stevens certainly thought the majority decision was perverse, correctly observing in his dissent that, "corporations have no consciences, no beliefs, no feelings, no thoughts, no desires. . . [and] are not themselves members of 'We the People' by whom and for whom our Constitution was established." But the decision is worse than perverse. Unless corrected, it is the final end of the American experiment in self-government. Corporations aren't private entities and they certainly aren't people. They consolidate wealth. The largest among them are giants in comparison to our state and local governments. For these reasons, throughout U.S. history, beginning especially with the Revolution, the public has pressed the government to keep corporations under control. The Court's judicial activism in
Citizens United may have put an end to that control. If corporations are persons protected by the Constitution, decades of rules protecting consumers from unsafe working conditions, unsafe products, harmful pollution, and other ills are very likely to be declared unconstitutional by the federal courts. So much for laws enacted to "promote the general welfare" and the will of "We the People." Throughout its history, the Supreme Court has often been on the wrong side of American democracy. It ruled that free states had to return fugitives from slavery to the South, and that African Americans weren't fully human beings. It decided that women weren't people for the purposes of the Constitution. It protected segregation. It defended the use of concentration camps for Japanese Americans and upheld the suspension of habeas corpus. It handed nearly all war powers to the executive branch. It decided that U.S. citizens have no constitutional right to vote, and ignored both precedent and the actual vote in deciding several presidential elections to its own liking. In each case, the Court's decision unleashed a storm. And in each case, Americans responded as you'd expect from freeborn people. This time is proving no different. Within a few days of the ruling in Citizens United, over 50,000 Americans from across the country launched MovetoAmend.org-a movement to renew the Constitution with a series of democracy amendments, beginning, first and foremost, with ending the reign of the corporation. Constitutional amendments don't come easy. But neither is it easy to live in a country whose destiny is owned and controlled by a few. These are the times that try people's souls. This is an American crisis. -Ben Manski, an attorney, is executive director of the Liberty Tree Foundation, an Institute for Policy Studies associate fellow, and a member of the Executive Committee of Move to Amend: The Campaign to Legalize Democracy. http://movetoamend.org/
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The Kids are all Right BY JENNIFER DOAK Being a young American today can be discouraging. Things don't look so good for us, even since Bush left office, leaving behind an awful lot of cleaning up for us "Millennials" to do. BusinessWeek dubbed us a "lost generation," because 18 percent of us can't find work. Those who can are paid less than our counterparts were in earlier decades, and many college grads among us are saddled with thousands of dollars in loans. If the Obama administration's proposal to federalize and reduce the student loan burden goes through (a big if), that's a start. But with more than $50,000 in college debt (and that's on the low end), I can confirm it will be a while before I have the cash to buy a home, invest in a retirement fund, or even start a family. Heck, I can barely afford to go home for Christmas. Our predecessors deregulated industry, thoughtfully ensuring that our food and water aren't as safe as they should be. Of course, in 2007, 13.2 million of us under 35 didn't have health care so there's little to be done if we get sick. Since the Baby Boomers and the oldest Generation Xers refused to seriously research alternative energy, we inherited a nasty oil addiction that led politicians to send thousands of my cohorts to fight an unwinnable war in Iraq. Meanwhile, it looks like those in charge are making more than ever, even in these pinched days. They also say we're not really mad, and that we'll go right on taking it like workers have for decades. They'll make a glib reference to Facebook or Twitter before lamenting how nobody today protests like they used to. Then they smugly destroy a few more acres of rain forest.
The derision isn't universal-after all, I'm talking about our parents, professors, and employers. A recent Wall Street Journal article observed that Baby Boomers encouraged us, their children, to negotiate, to achieve, to be conciliatory, and to think of ourselves as winners. But, perhaps unconsciously, the policies they shaped have us poised to lose. So guess what? We aren't taking it anymore. People under 35 are harnessing technology and willpower, just as previous generations did, to achieve amazing things. We're crowdsourcing, not outsourcing. We're creating open-source software and outreach programs to level the digital divide. We organize through social networks and text-message donations. Few of us have seen the movie Network, but we're still raising our virtual window-sashes and yelling to the whole world that we're mad as hell. The best part is that we're taking our upbringing to heart, but not in the way you think. We trend progressive-even the conservatives among us are easygoing when it comes to social issues like gay marriage and the environment. You older folks call us the "trophy generation" because you see us as entitled, but maybe we just want to make sure everybody wins. Millennials are starting to take charge, and we're acting together. This lost generation is finding itself, and when I see what my peers are accomplishing, I start thinking we'll be just fine. --
Jennifer Doak is the online outreach and production coordinator at the Institute for Policy Studies, a think tank that transforms ideas into action for peace, justice, and the environment. www.ips-dc.org
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Acqualina invites local residents and guests to "Wine and Dine with Chef Marc Debas" kicking off in March Acqualina Resort & Spa on the Beach, South Florida's ultra-luxury retreat, is thrilled to announce the launch of Wine Dinners with Chef Marc Debas - a luxury dining experience coupled with a selection of fine regional wines taking place on the first Saturday of each month beginning March 6th. Expanding on its wildly successful weekly Wine Tasting Series, Acqualina will offer guests an opportunity to experience wines from around the world and tastes from Acqualina's Executive Chef Marc Debas featuring a cooking demo and full threecourse dining experience. The weekly Wine Tasting Series will continue to be held every Saturday night at Acqualina's Aaria Bar & Lounge. The monthly regions and themes featured at Wine Dinners with Chef Marc Debas as well as Wine Tasting Series in 2010 include: March- California, AprilSouth Africa, May- Argentina, JuneItaly, July- France, August- Rose, September- Chile, October- Spain, November- Australia and DecemberSparkling. Wine Dinners with Chef Marc Debas will take place on the first Saturday of each month beginning March 6th while the Wine Tasting Series will continue weekly on Saturday evenings throughout the month at Aaria Bar &
Lounge. Evenings will begin at 6 p.m. with an assortment of fine wines from different regions around the world, complimentary regional canapĂŠs during chef demonstrations and continue with a dinner seating at 8 p.m. The weekly Wine Tasting Series costs $35 per person while Wine Dinners with Chef Marc Debas range from $85 and up (includes Wine Tasting). Complimentary valet parking is included. Advance reservations for the dinner program are required and limited seating is available. Please call 305-9186860 to arrange. Executive Chef Marc Debas joined Acqualina in June 2008 after spending nearly 10 years perfecting his culinary artistry in the prestigious world cuisine capital of France where he worked at the legendary Hotel de Crillon as well as Monaco, the Bahamas and most recently the Lago Mar resort in Ft. Lauderdale.
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Rita Regev optimistic about move to Optimar International Realty BY LYNN CARROLL
"There's no such thing as a bad market, only bad marketing," says Broker-Associate Rita Steinfeld Regev. Regev is now based at Optimar International Realty in Sunny Isles Beach, after spending seven years in the Hollywood market. "Of the several agencies that I considered joining, I chose Optimar because of Broker Hernan Gleizer's business acumen," she says. "He has assembled a strong staff that's always there to help. We have a short-sales department and a foreclosure division. The location is ideally situated on Collins Avenue, amidst numerous luxury condos - a significant part of my business." "The market is awesome. It's great," Regev adds. "Savvy buyers know this is absolutely the best time to buy in South Florida. I tell prospective clients, 'Meet with me for half an hour and we can map out our strategy for your needs.' There are some incredible deals out there. Condos and townhouses have been reduced to up to 60% of their pre-2006 value. I recently sold four condos that were in the high $300's for $180- $215K each. "When listing property, my motto is: Marketing + Pricing = SOLD! Sellers must understand that." Regev, fluent in Hebrew, works with many Israeli investors, and is on the Greater Miami Jewish Federation's real estate go-to list. "I love what I do, so real estate is not work for me. I am all about getting the job done efficiently, with confidence and competence. Whether someone is in need of a $800/month rental due to their ensuing eviction or a $10 million strip mall for investment, I want to help any way I can. If you are authentic and sincere in your efforts, and focus on the right things, everything will fall into place seamlessly." Call Rita Regev at Optimar, 305-343-1214, or email her at RitaRegev@gmail.com
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Aventura Mall and Lakeview Home Accessories host Robbe & Berking's "Crowns of the World" exhibit More than 30 royal crowns to appear as a collection for the first time in the United States Aventura Mall will extend a royal welcome to Robbe & Berking's "Crowns of the World" exhibit this March when the collection of more than 30 dazzling crowns and head dresses are displayed at the shopping center. The magnificent showcase of some of the world's most exquisite crowns will be held March 4th through March 14th from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. The complimentary event will be located on the first floor of Aventura Mall, near Center Court. Crowns have long been recognized as royal insignia steeped in rich history. Many are scattered all over the world in museums and treasuries unable to be viewed by the public, while others have disappeared or been destroyed. Now, for the first time in the United States, Robbe & Berking will bring more than two dozen of them together in a magnificent exhibition. Many of the crowns will be displayed on lavish tables decorated with Robbe & Berking cutlery and exquisite tableware. Similar exhibitions in Dubai and Moscow were greeted with great fanfare. Highlights of the "Crowns of the World" collection include: The British Crown of India; The Crown of Cleopatra; The Austrian Imperial Crown; Prince of Wales' Crown;
Imperial Crown of Napoleon I; Crown of the Maharadschas of Murschidabad; Main crown of the Dalai Lama; and the Royal Diadem of Tutankhamun. Robbe & Berking has provided royal families and embassies with the finest silverware products since 1874, adorning some of the world's leading and most sophisticated tables. The company is among the world leaders in the production of sterling silver and silver plated cutlery and table accessories. Family-owned, Robbe & Berking continues to encourage traditional skills and enjoys a reputation for producing classical and contemporary flatware. "Crowns of the World" is sponsored by Aventura Mall and Lakeview Home Accessories, a private showroom offering a unique and intimate shopping experience with a wide selection of home furnishings and gifts. Lakeview Home Accessories is proud to feature R&B as a leading sterling silver manufacturer. For more information, call 305-933-5589 or visit lakeviewhomeaccessories.com For information about Aventura Mall, call 305-935-1110 or visit aventuramall.com
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Life in the City BY BARI AUERBACH
An Aventura city commissioner hopes to persuade more people to respond to the 2010 census by using the slogan “The Census is Sexy.” But just imagine what could get accomplished if it was considered sexy to do other things besides filling out census forms… “Doing Laundry is Sexy” – If more guys thought they’d get a higher paying job by not wearing the same clothes (repeatedly thrown on the floor), condo laundry rooms would get a lot busier - along with social lives! “Voting is Sexy” – Local elections typically have low voter turnout – but if a new law was enacted banning elected officials indicted for public corruption from ever running again, more people might be motivated to cast a ballot. “Shopping is Sexy” – Supporting goals to stimulate the economy, ladies who are
“Going Green is Sexy” – The city always promotes participation in “go green” initiatives – so while you may see more people being environmentally conscious, don’t expect to find any Sports Illustrated swimsuit issues in recycling bins. ‘The Shuttle is Sexy” – More people might be encouraged to take the Aventura Express shuttle around town if the city made the fleet sexier by putting Mercedes or BMW logos on the back bumpers.
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“Is Aventura Sexy?” – Maybe, if “power and money” define sexy - but since this is also a family community, it might be better to borrow the original slogan deeming the 2010 census “easy, important and safe.” After all, it’s “easy” to see why when making an “important” decision about where to live, it’s “safe” to say Aventura is the best choice – and that’s something you can really count on!
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Pizza Fusion hosts Aventura Marketing Council SpeedBiz BY LYNN CARROLL
How do you make Aventura's most popular networking event even better? Add one of America's favorite snacks, made with all-natural ingredients. Pizza Fusion, in the Biscayne Commons Shopping Center located at 14185 Biscayne Boulevard, welcomed over 50 AMC members to SpeedBiz, recognized as the best monthly networking event for one-on-one business relationship building. Pizza Fusion is a whole new world of guiltless, healthy eating, serving up not only delicious gourmet pizza but also gourmet sandwiches, salads, desserts, beer and wine untainted by artificial additives such as preservatives, growth hormones, pesticides, nitrates and trans fats, all at affordable prices. Gluten-free and vegan menu options cater to those on special diets. Cesar Conde, managing partner of the North Miami franchise, says all ingredients used are natural, and 75% are organic. Meeting planners take note: packages and platters to
serve large gatherings are available for delivery in Pizza Fusion's company-owned hybrid cars - just one of its many environmental initiatives. After a tasty start to the morning, everyone was geared up for Lightning Biz, the fast-paced business networking event that gives everyone a chance to introduce themselves to dozens of new members in one-on-one encounters. "SpeedBiz gives AMC members an opportunity to meet nearly 30 qualified business prospects within one hour," says AMC Small Business Development Committee Chairman and Aventura Comm. Michael Stern of Stern Bloom Media. "The fast pace of the SpeedBiz format gives everyone an opportunity to exchange snapshots of their company profiles along with contact information and business cards so when the need arises for a particular service, you know exactly who to call!" For more information about Pizza Fusion, call 305405-6700 or visit pizzafusion.com For information about Aventura Marketing Council, call 305-932-5334 or visit aventuramarketingcouncil.com
Dr. David Muransky, Aventura Chiropractic Care Center; Aventura Comm. Michael Stern, Stern Bloom Media
Scott Sander, Sander & Associates; Cesar Conde, Pizza Fusion; Oscar Llorente, Mount Sinai Medical Center
Maria Cancio, Pre-Paid Legal Services; Bob Cahn, AFLAC; Shelley Costin, Miami Gardens Florist
Manny Vicnansky, Binca Imaging; Norman Axelman, Advantage Computer Solutions; David Gedansky, Travel Leaders
Raluca Micostean and Oscar Llorente, Mount Sinai Medical Center; Jeff Goodz, Remer Georges-Pierre
David Kroner, Wells Fargo Advisors; Nicholas Gnad, Beachwood Financial Group
Melinda Grimaldi, Attorney; Det. Sgt. Barry Mankes, South Florida Shomrim Society Photography by Andrew Goldstein
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ASAP Staffing Services and TD Bank
Ray Alvelo, Blanca Mule, Edwin Rodriguez, TD Bank
Aventura Police Chief Steve Steinberg with Aventura Mayor Susan Gottlieb
Arnold Goldman, The Alternative Board; Mark J. Lynn, Attorney
Sydney Davis, The Sydney! Style; Ellen Palmer, Classic Residence by Hyatt
Aventura Police Capt. Skip Wash; The Hon. Harry Holzberg; Aventura Comm. Teri Holzberg; Dan Palmer, Aventura News
Andrew Rosenkranz, Anti-Defamation League; Belina Nagar and Michael Nagar, ORNA Security & Camera Services
Cliff Schulman, Greenberg Traurig; Lauren Morris, AIPAC; Dr. Mark Pitcavage
Shirley Flagler, Northern Trust; Bob Hollander, Brown & Brown Insurance; Stacey Schrager
Tom te Riele, TD Bank; Jeff Levinson, Sabadell United Bank, P.A.; Peter L. Fishel, CPA
Aventura Police Lt. Michael Bentolila; Denise Rubin, Denise Rubin International Realty; Stuart Geller, Geller Design Group
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host Dr. Mark Pitcavage, Anti-Defamation League
Joy Felton, Anti-Defamation League; Aventura Comm. Billy Joel
Aventura Police Capt. Steve Seefchak; Sunny Isles Beach Police Chief Fred Maas
Luis Luciani and Aldo Ferri, ASAP Staffing Services flank door prize winners Sydney Davis, The Sydney! Style and Claudio Stivelman, Shefaor Development
Maxine Hanchard-Foote, BB&T; Dr. Arnold Sheir, Aventura Dental Team; Michael Yavner, Northern Trust; Aventura Comm. Michael Stern, Stern Bloom Media; Dr. Robert Sheir, Optometric Physician
Arthur Barr Office of Attorney Mark J. Lynn; Eileen Glastein, Bnai Zion Foundation
Leslie Stein, JGB Bank; Robert Mednick and Michelle Desjardins, Allstate
Patricia Vaisberg; Vicki Katz, Anti-Defamation League; Belina Nagar
Dimitry Shaposhnikov, DS Xpress; Eric Beck, IT Doctors; Russel Lazega, Law Office of Russel Lazega
Representing TD Bank Standing (L-R) Ray Alvelo; Edwin Rodriguez; Manny Gonzalez; Robert Herrera; Jouber Oliveras; Alex Barcenes; Alvaro Niebles; Jose Mazariego; Seated (L-R) Blanca Mule; Hermes Alvarez; Dr. Mark Pitcavage; Thomas te Reile-Maggie Lopez
Lance Detotto, Newport Beachside Hotel & Resort; Maira Diaz-Giusti, Coconut Grove Bank; Alan Neufeld, Neufeld Kleinberg & Pinkiert Photography by Andrew Goldstein
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Local consumer confidence appears to be improving
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Despite Florida’s record unemployment and one of the worst foreclosure problems in the country, the latest study out of the University of Florida just found we’re feeling a little better about the future. Researchers found that by all measures we definitely are more economically healthy this year than we were last year. Last year at this time, the stock market was still reeling. Economists say consumer confidence in Florida jumped five points in January. That’s better than expected and it’s the best level in two years. We’re now more optimistic about our family finances, the overall national economy, and statewide business conditions — and it’s putting us back in the mood to consider making some major purchases. The study found that while we’ve managed to dodge hurricanes, we just had a bad freeze that is going to translate into higher produce
prices, so as that filters into the stores. People here in Florida will have some reaction to that. Still, it is the housing market that state researchers now worry about the most. They predict until the state and national economy sees stronger gains and more people get back to work, Florida’s real estate industry will continue to suffer. The UF forecasters predict that as occupancies continue to go down, rental rates will continue to go down across most property types. I’m told there really is a challenge to the fundamentals of real estate and it will continue to be that way so long as there is a high unemployment rate and a lack of confidence in the consumer. Some real estate forecasters predict the overall housing markets statewide may not see significant new growth until 2011 or even later. What’s more, a University of Michigan/ Reuters Study on Consumer Sentiment just found the highest national numbers since January 2008. In seems that in spite of recent downturns on Wall Street, Main Street is apparently starting to feel a little better about the future.
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Quebec Chamber Trade Mission BY JEAN FRANCOIS GERVAIS I first would like to introduce myself, I am Jean Francois Gervais, and have been director of International Design Engineering & Architecture since last summer. I moved to South Florida after spending 10 years in Philadelphia, where I had the chance to contribute to the design and construction of some of the most flamboyant casino/hotel projects of Las Vegas and Atlantic City. I will share with you some of the experience I have acquired as an architect, in a string of articles to come in this paper on green building and architecture. In this first article, I would like to make an exception, and tell you about the upcoming trade mission of the newly created Chamber of Commerce Quebec-Florida. The creation of the Chamber in June 2009 responded to a lack of bilateral connection between Quebec and Florida, two mutually important business partners. The president and co-founder of the Chamber Marcel Racicot, with his experience and multitude of contacts, has considerably contributed to the Chamber’s growth. In less than a year, the CCQF has reached close to 150 members from Canada and United States. Through its mission, the Quebec-Florida Chamber of Commerce supports and promotes economic and commercial development for companies established in Quebec and Florida while providing to its members and partners a networking service to widen their markets. To achieve this, the CCQF has an experienced and diversified board of directors and relies on many professionals, entrepreneurs as well as influential persons from the government, both in Florida and Quebec. IDEA has committed to support
the CCQF in order to encourage Quebec business opportunities. The CCQF holds networking activities as well as monthly conferences and training seminars both in Quebec and Florida to guide its members in their development and to facilitate business relations. The Quebec-Florida Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with the Minister of Economic Development, Innovation and Export will organize it’s very first trade mission of Quebec companies to Florida from February 23rd to 26th, 2010. Eight dynamic companies in various industry sectors are taking part in this mission. Shockform, L-Ipse, Bio-K, Les Vergers Lafrance, Commerce Care Management, Habitat Construction, Group Net Tech and Les Serres St-Laurent will attend various networking events and meet with hundreds of Florida business contacts and entrepreneurs, take part in conferences, and site visits and most importantly, participate in many one-on-one meetings throughout the week in Miami-Dade, Palm Beach and Broward Counties. Thanks to the great work of Elaine Adler and her staff, the Aventura Marketing Council will host on Wednesday, February 24th, the breakfast event “Doing Business with Quebec, Canada”, sponsored by Aventura Hospital and IDEA. The meeting will bring together over 250 participants to discuss and promote business relations between Quebec and Aventura businesses. For more information on the QuebecFlorida Chamber of commerce or if you want to become a member, please contact Catherine Dubois, Marketing Director at Catherine.dubois@ccquebecflorida.com or at (954) 607-1530 x 226 or visit the CCQF web site at www.ccquebecflorida.com.
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Concentration BY PATRICIA C. FRANK The ability to concentrate is a powerful and effective technique that guarantees success and happiness in life. Concentration is the ability to focus your attention on one detail, element, issue or object. It is the ability to think and do and to be totally involved in the subject at hand. You become so involved that you are not aware of the things and people around you. You are completely focused on what you are thinking or doing. In order to achieve the maximum benefits from concentration, you must block out potential distractions. Will power is not the solution. It is a very helpful to learn how to meditate. Once you learn, meditate every day. When your body is in a relaxed state, your mind becomes more receptive and it is easier to program visualizations and to focus your concentration to achieve certain results. Before you begin, decide on your ideal environment. Tailor it to your specific and individual personality traits and needs; silence or soft music, sounds of the ocean or soft rain, a large uncluttered work space or a small cluttered space. Recreate the
conditions from your past that worked for you. Prepare everything before you begin Have what you will need on hand and nearby so you do not have to keep jumping up and fetching things. If you are going to fax or email your resume have it ready to go. Make sure that you can work without interruptions for a designated amount of time. If your mind wanders to the anticipated end result of your project you will not be able to concentrate and focus on what you are doing. This will set you up for achievement fears. Quiet that part of your mind that worries and becomes anxious. There is also an exercise you can use to help you focus. Sit up straight and get comfortable. Light a candle and focus on the flame for at least two minutes. Then close your eyes and keep the image of the flame in your mindâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eye. If you lose the image open your eyes and gaze at the flame for a few more moments. Do not strain your eyes. Stay relaxed. This exercise allows you to develop your ability to focus on an image or on what you are doing and to block out all distractions. You will be amazed at the benefits. Patricia Frank is a Licensed Psychotherapist. She can be reached at 305-788-4864, 212-308-0309.
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The Recovery Act, one year later BY CONGRESSWOMAN DEBBIE WASSERMAN SCHULTZ On the anniversary of the signing of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (commonly referred to as the Stimulus), it is time to take stock of its impact on Florida and our nation as a whole. One year in, the evidence is clear – and growing by the day – that the Recovery Act
is working. It has cushioned us from the greatest economic crisis since the Great Depression and has laid a new foundation for our economic growth. The road to recovery is still long, but we are seeing a real difference for millions of Americans and small businesses. The Recovery Act has already created or sustained about 2 million jobs overall – including an estimated 35,000 jobs here in Florida. By the end of the year, this Act is on track to support 3.5 million jobs. President Obama and Congress have
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rently under construction and these investments have created roughly 4,200 jobs. Such projects have twofold results: they stimulate our economic growth with jobs now, and improve our infrastructure for the future. The upturn in our economy is noticeable. In January 2009, before enactment of the Recovery Act, 779,000 Americans lost their jobs. A year later, job losses have been reduced to 20,000 jobs—a 97% reduction from what President Bush left behind. As President Bush left office, America’s GDP fell by 6.4%. By the end of 2009, our economy grew by 5.7%—the fastest three-quarter swing in almost 3 decades. Economists, regardless of their political views, acknowledge that the Recovery Act played a significant role in this economic growth. Other positive signs for families and American businesses include the rebound of the stock market – a relief to the many whose retirement savings plummeted – and American manufacturing, which has grown for the last six months—reaching its highest level in 6 years. The Recovery Act was never meant to replace dollar for dollar or job for job what we lost – no single program ever could. But nearly 15 million Americans are out of work through no fault of their own and many others are struggling to make ends meet. This is why the Recovery Act was designed to spend money gradually in order to sustain a true recovery – with peak spending occurring early this year. One year in, experts ranging from private forecasters to Governors on both sides of the aisle say the Recovery Act has helped pull us back from the brink of economic disaster and is helping lay a firm foundation for our economic recovery. I will keep fighting to create good private sector jobs. If you need help, I want to hear from you. Contact my office in Pembroke Pines at (954) 437-3936, in Aventura at (305) 936-5724, or in Washington, DC at (202) 225-7931. Or visit my Web site at: http://wassermanschultz.house.gov <http://wassermanschultz.house.gov/> to receive more information or to subscribe to my electronic newsletter. To view street-level data on the Recovery Act go to Recovery.gov and click on “Where is the money going?”
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Nissan Sentra is a fun-to-drive compact sedan Ron Beasley AUTOMOTIVE EDITOR
LET’S TALK CARS The Nissan Sentra has established itself as a stylish and fun-to-drive compact sedan, and it continues in that tradition in 2010, but with a host of enhancements to the styling and the interior, as well as some new technology to improve efficiency. For 2010, Sentra is offered in six trim levels — 2.0, 2.0 S, 2.0 SR, 2.0 SL and two performance-oriented models, SE-R and SE-R Spec V. Sentra 2.0 models come with a standard 140-hp 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and Nissan’s Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) on all models except the Sentra 2.0, which is offered with a choice of CVT or a six-speed manual transmission. Built on Nissan’s global “C” platform, Sentra’s exterior reflects the design of other Nissan vehicles and has a long wheelbase, short front and rear overhangs, crisp character lines and large doors, with a high deck in the rear that accentuates the roomy cabin and cargo area.
For 2010, all models have revised headlight and taillight designs, while Sentra 2.0, 2.0 S and 2.0 SL models have a new refined front fascia and grille. The 2.0 S and 2.0 SL also feature new fog light covers and new body side moldings with chrome inserts and a new chrome trunk finisher. Three new exterior colors also are available — Anodized Orange, Espresso Black and Aspen White. Inside, Sentra is roomy and has plenty of hauling space. With a trunk that has 13.1 cubic feet of cargo space, it’s great for carrying long, bulky items by using the oversized pass-through opening. Combined with the 60/40 split double-fold rear seat (the cushion folds forward, allowing the seat back to fold down), Sentra has good cargo flexibility for carrying snowboards, hockey sticks and even bicycles. Sentra has revised seat cloth and door trim and the instrument panel accents and illumination also have been changed. Other major changes include the separation of leather seating into an optional package on the Sentra 2.0 SL model and the addition of new Technology and Navigation Packages for the SL model. The Convenience Package is an added option for the 2.0 SR model and the Sentra 2.0 SL adds standard Vehicle
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First TV Dating Game for Seniors to be taped at Mardi Gras Casino Thousands expected to witness and participate in the fun and excitement of Senior Prom BY MARGARET KESSLER Make a date with Senior Prom, the country’s first and only television dating game and senior exhibition for adults 50+. The show is coming to Mardi Gras Casino in Hallandale Beach on Wednesday, March 3rd to tape the pilot episode. Thousands of seniors will converge on Mardi Gras Casino - South Florida’s number one gaming center - for an odds-on favorite great time and for the chance to meet Mr. or Ms. Right in front of the TV cameras and to the cheers of onlookers and friends. WHEN: Wednesday, March 3 10:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. WHERE: Mardi Gras Casino 831 North Federal Hwy (US1 at Pembroke Road) Hallandale Beach “Senior Prom is America’s first and only television dating game for adults 50+ - a market sector that is growing exponentially,” said Margaret Kessler, project manager for the Senior Prom TV show and senior exhibition. Kessler says TV networks historically have coveted the more youthful 18 – 49 advertiser demographic, but are starting to come around to the ‘senior reality’ as America grays. “Seniors account for over $1.6 trillion in spending power and a net worth that’s nearly twice the U.S. average. Seniors own more than threefourths of the nation’s financial wealth,” said Kessler.
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AZALEA GARDENS: Assisted Living Resort-Style Community During our recent senior photo shot, several participants asked whether we are a resort or an assisted living community. Azalea Gardens is an assisted living community offering resort style living. We are a charming community designed to help those who need assistance with activities of daily living. Just like family, we provide the help they need to maintain a rich, full life while remaining as independent as possible. Our single goal is to provide a resort-like environment, filled with beauty, security and loving care. Simply take a look at the faces of our residents and families, you’ll know that it is true.
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Libra - Don't worry. No matter far down your throat you jam your foot this week, your words will still pop out smelling like roses. Just be careful when signing documents or sending out paperwork that calls for action. Chances are excellent that you will have to be doing some serious re-writing. Scorpio - You have some good money news coming this week. You may find money while cleaning up, or there is a check in the mail, or you may hear from your employer that your budget is about to get a much-needed booster shot. Just don't spend it all at the local hardware shop. You are in a redecorating mood.
Sagittarius - The atmosphere turns dramatically romantic this week, and just in time, as far as you are concerned. If you are single, you'll have wonderful opportunities to meet new people. If you are married, it's a terrific time to take your mate out for a long overdue treat. Capricorn - Your intuition is powerful and strong this week, but you may find to works better in and around your family and home neighborhood, less so in and around the workplace, or when directed towards career issues. The workplace may bring mixed results this week.
Aquarius - You have some interesting phone calls heading your way this week. Friends, companions and your love partner all bring you good news. If you are single, one of your friends could be planning a blind date, or a sneaky introduction to another friend.
Pisces - You can have a lot of fun if you surround yourself with children this week. If you are not a parent borrow some from your friends, neighbors or a sibling for a sporting event or some kind of playful fun, and give their hardworking parents a well-deserved break at the same time. 1000 Kane Concourse Bay Harbor, FL 33154
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