Aventura News - March 17, 2010 - On-Line edition - Miami, Florida by Community Newspapers

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March 17 - 23, 2010

Racks hosts 'expert exchange' networker with Bnai Zion Foundation and Aventura Hospital Special guest Dr. Noam Calderon of Israel's Bnai Zion Medical Center BY BARI AUERBACH

Exchanging information about business, medical advancements and building American-Israeli ties was the theme of a recent "expert exchange" networking event hostGlastein and Jack Grunspan, Bnai Zion Foundation; Robyn Kane, Aventura Hospital; Steve ed by Racks Italian Bistro in cooperation with Bnai Zion Foundation and Aventura Eileen Lieber, Racks Italian Kitchen; Dr. Noam Calderon, Bnai Zion Medical Center, Israel Hospital. The evening's exchange, also highlighting an "Israel & Aventura" Physician Exchange Program making it possible to share important healthcare strategies, featured special guest Dr. Noam Calderon, Medical Director of the Limb Salvage Program for Diabetes at the Bnai Zion Medical Center in Haifa, Israel. Dr. Calderon's research involving saving limbs of diabetic patients is of special interest to Aventura and its large community of seniors, according to Gerald Schwartz, president of the Bnai Zion Foundation in Florida. "Racks was the perfect place to celebrate the exchange between Aventura Hospital and the Bnai Zion Medical Center in Haifa, Israel. Steve Lieber was recently recognized as the number two pizza chef in the world and Bnai Zion Medical Center is a world - class facility" said Eileen Glastein, southeast regional director for the Bnai Zion Foundation. "Doctors and healthcare professionals affiliated with Aventura Hospital as well as guests at the networking reception had the opportunity to talk with Steve Lieber with the Racks team Rita Regev, Optimar International Realty; Barry Harris, Dr. Calderon, who shared his expertise on the uses of ozone gas to save Double Tree Ocean Point Resort & Spa; Barry Snyder, many limbs that were previously thought to require amputation." Snyder & Gonzalez; Dr. Jack Berman and Elena Solomon, Berman Chiropractic Center Aventura Hospital CEO Heather Rohan and Judy Newman, the hospital's Director of Diabetes Education and Wound Care Center, noted, "We have a similar program here at our Wound Care Center where we use hyperbaric oxygen Perpetuating a corporate "recipe for success," Racks has been receiving rave reviews therapy to help heal difficult wounds, especially in our diabetic patients. We will look to thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit of GR Restaurant Group. - also behind the success of apply these innovative methods developed at Bnai Zion to our own program here to Table 42 in Boca Raton. Renowned proprietor Gary Rack along with Lieber recognized the great potential of the Aventura area and the beautiful waterfront setting ensuring the provide even better outcomes for our patients." In between exchanging business cards and information about the Physician Exchange Intracoastal Mall as an ideal location for Racks. "Our dedication to excellence and commitment to providing the best in family dining Program, AMC members enjoyed tasting Chef Matthew Danaher's seasonal surprises and Racks' signature favorites including Jerusalem Artichokes, Italian Potato Latkes, Roman- at reasonable prices has contributed to having Racks become one of the most popular style Eggplant Caponata and what everyone couldn't wait to tryâ&#x20AC;ŚRacks' "Best in eateries in North Dade," Lieber said. Bnai Zion Foundation is dedicated to assisting those in need with humanitarian America" award-winning Black Truffle Pizza created by Steve Lieber, director of operaprojects in both Israel and America. Now in its second century, the organization has tions for the Gary Rack Restaurant Group. Lieber attributes master culinary expertise to prevailing at the American Pizza completed hundreds of initiatives for the people of Israel and for Jewish people worldwide. Championship sponsored by leading pizza magazine PMQ. "Our crust is what led us to Bnai Zion strongly supports the significant, enduring ties between America and Israel and is continuing its projects toward the advancement of the physical, mental and social victory," he said. "Dough management and maturation is a lost art." wellbeing of the citizens of Israel. For more information contact Racks: 305-917-7225; Bnai Zion Foundation: AventuraMarketingCouncil.com AventuraNews.com 305-949-0076; Aventura Hospital: 305-682-7000 Photography by Andrew Goldstein

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Coalition on Aging elects Hebrew Homes' Ilene Zweig as president BY LYNN CARROLL

The Miami-Dade Coalition on Aging, an association of individuals and representatives of organizations that provide care and services to seniors with an interest in advocating on their behalf, elected Ilene Zweig president for a twoyear term. Zweig is vice president of development for the Hebrew Homes Foundation, which provides support to the Hebrew Homes Plaza Health Network. "I'm very excited and honored to be elected to this position," Zweig says. "Our goal this year is to provide members with educational programs that will help them in their professional lives.

We're reaching out to the whole community of professionals by holding our monthly membership meetings in different locations to showcase centers and services available. "In June we will have a new initiative called the Miami-Dade Coalition on Aging Annual Symposium, held under the banner "Boomers, Zoomers & Seniors: Are We Ready?" It will include educational presentations and a luncheon honoring professional and volunteer celebrities who have served seniors for many years." "We are looking to collaborate and build partnerships with other organizations that have the same purpose. The Mayor's Initiative on Aging will be partnering with us for the June 17th event."

Standing (L-R) Mary Buchanan; Dante Valdvieso; Linda Manzini; Oscar Lorente; Madelyn Parra; Saul Chapnick; Sandra Colon Ferrer; Augustin Rodriguez; Lorraine Harris; Seated (L-R) Xiomara UmanaAlvarez, Treasurer; Liz Werner, Secretary; Lu Procopio; Ilene Zweig, President; Karlene Payton (Not shown: Wendie Nemeroff, VicePresident; Murray Rubin; Maria Hidalgo Diaz; Cindy Guerra

Victory Center Gala tied to sustaining operations BY LYNN CARROLL

The 10th annual gala this month to raise funds for the Victory Center for Autism & Behavioral Challenges needs solid returns, says Executive Director Thalya G. Olmos. "We need to raise more funds than ever in order to sustain our programs and services next year," Olmos says. "Over the past year we have, like many other organizations, experienced serious budget cuts." The gala will honor Annie Isabella, Cindy Fraga and Jocelyn Rodriguez for their continual work within the autism community, as well as a special acknowledgement to all of Victory's past honorees. "What makes us unique is our one-to-one staff-to-pupil ratio," Olmos says. "We need to spread the word about Victory Center's programs and how vital it is to keep our doors open." Olmos says that one in every 91 children have been diagnosed with autism, including one in every 70 boys. "The cost of lifelong care can be reduced by two-thirds with early diagnosis and intervention," she says. The event, which features a silent auction, is at 6:30 p.m. March 25 in Christine Lee's at Gulfstream Park, 901 S. Federal Hwy., Hallandale Beach. Victory sponsorships begin at $2,500. For more information, call 305-466-1142 or visit thevictoryschool.org

Aventura Marketing Council recognizes Officer of the Month Officer Luis Chaidez

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Wanderings & Ponderings Psycho

marriage to the ball player and coupled with her also having a well known psychologist as an ex hubby, she found that she was now getGeorgia specialized in marital problems. ting clients from everywhere. Many were As a psychologist she was very good. those that needed her help but too many were However in her personal marriage field she more interested because she had bedded a wasn’t so hot. She was a very attractive respected psychologist and celebrated ball player and now why not one of woman who also had the indefinthem. In order to ward off the able aura that made men want her, leechers, she doubled and tripled have her, need her. She had been her fees by the hour. This caused married twice, once to another psythe clients to feel that at her rate chologist, that had ended up in a they should have a right to have a comedy act as each began to anasmall chunk of her too. She finally lyze the other right down to the decided to close down and disaplovemaking as to who was doing pear for awhile to figure out a way what to the other and why. to continue working without having Her second marriage was to a Dan Palmer – – – – – – – – – – – – – – to worry how to protect herself famous ballplayer that had been physically from the uncalled for referred to her by the fellow’s ex-wife for help in getting over that divorce. After about innuendos. There had to be a way to keep her six months of therapy she broke the cardinal patients concentrated on working out their rule of not socializing with a patient out of problems than trying to find a way to workthe office when he invited her out to dinner ing them out on her physically. She has figured out the solution and she is and she accepted. Somehow knowing all the plusses and minuses, she fell for him and now happy at work in her new office and married him. It lasted only three months as it patients. She can quickly spot those she can work with and dismiss those who are faking just fizzled away. their needs. She has to built a wall that works. She lost the marriage and a good client. There had been lots of publicity in her She is now a prison psychologist.

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Morton's networker supports American Red Cross Haiti Relief Fund BY BARI AUERBACH

Aventura Young Professionals Chairman Michael Yavner, Northern Trust with Rosa Reyes, Morton's North Miami Beach

Isabel Heredia, Double Tree Ocean Point Resort & Spa; Dimitry Shaposhnikov, DS Xpress; Mark J. Lynn, Attorney

Lily Quintana and Nikki Eshelman, Office of Dr. Richard Galitz, MD, FACS flank Melissa Beckles, Morton's North Miami Beach

Stefanie Inguanzo and Eric Enriquez, One Bal Harbour Resort & Spa flank Rosa Reyes

Morton's - home of "the best steak anywhere" recently hosted one of the best luncheons for Aventura Young Professionals combining the best networking with one of the best opportunities to help support the American Red Cross Haiti Relief Fund. AYP Chair Michael Yavner of Northern Trust and Morton's General Manager Rosa Reyes welcomed a great turnout of under-45 entrepreneurs eager to join in efforts to help the American Red Cross and its global partners distribute food and other basic life-sustaining supplies to help people affected by the earthquake in Haiti. According to the Red Cross, distribution of emergency relief supplies is continuing regularly throughout Haiti's urban settlements and in surrounding areas, reaching approximately 12,500 people each day. At least 1.3 million mothers and children have also received medical care and emergency shelter as well as lifesustaining items such as water containers and cooking supplies. In keeping with the legendary steakhouse's tradition of supporting worthy causes, Morton's generously matched proceeds collected for the American Red Cross - dedicated to providing shelter, food and emotional support to victims of disasters. Leaders from IT Doctors, Higer, Lichter & Givner, Stern Bloom Media and Marksman Security agreed beyond community service, Morton's deserves applause for an ongoing commitment to serving only the finest quality foods from USDA prime-aged beef, fresh fish

David Krymowski and Robin Conn, Equinox; Eric Beck, IT Doctors

and seafood - to hand-picked produce, delicious appetizers and elegant desserts. Financial experts from NationwideGoToBilling.com, JGB Bank, Sabadell United Bank, Beachwood Financial Group and Melnick, Lilenfeld & Castonguay, CPA's especially commended Morton's "Classic Menu" featuring Single Cut Filet Mignon or Prime New York Strip Steak with choice of Cold Water Lobster Tail or Alaskan King Crab Legs accompanied by Center Cut Iceberg Wedge and Grilled Jumbo Asparagus with Balsamic Glaze for $79 per person. Teams from Fabian Realty, Executive National Bank, the Office of Dr. Richard Galitz and Dr. Drew Schnitt, Ameriprise Financial and TD Bank also noted Morton's strives to provide unparalleled hospitality plus the perfect solution for business meetings or social functions that can be held in Morton's stately private Boardroom. After complimenting "the best steak anywhere" Aldo Ferri of ASAP Staffing won a prized "Morton's Cookbook." Then colleagues from Allstate, Equinox and Crowne Plaza Hollywood Beach Resort joined all AYP members in thanking Morton's and the Aventura Young Professionals committee of the Aventura Marketing Council for cooking up the very best way to support the American Red Cross while building business and community ties. To donate to the American Red Cross Haiti Relief Fund, visit redcross.org. For Morton's reservations, phone: 305-9453131. To inquire about upcoming Aventura Young Professionals events, phone: 305932-5334.

Suzi Castonguay, Josh Mark and Marissa Margulies, Melnick Lilienfeld & Castonguay, CPA's

Jeff Levinson and Anthony Rouse, Sabadell United Bank, NA; Tammy Wagner, Velocity Processing; Nicholas Gnad, Beachwood Financial Group; Jason Katz, Circle of Lifesaving, Life Fitness

Yelena Dusev, TD Bank; Ben Launerts, Marksman Security; Leslie Stein, JGB Bank; Diana Lechter, JGB Bank

Christina Guzman, Christopher Maranges and Jessica Lloyd, Higer Lichter & Givner

Dr. Gregg Pizzi, Dr. Nancy Bacher and Associates; Michelle Desjardins, AllState; Michael Mowatt, Miami Children's Hospital Foundation

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Stuart Geller reinvents Geller Design Group…and himself BY LYNN CARROLL

PROVOCATIVE QUESTIONS FOR PROVOCATIVE PEOPLE sories and area rugs…all the things that go into making a house a home. I've realized that I'm still an artist, whether I'm working with fabric that cost $99 a yard or $20. The artistry is in putting it all together.

LC: In these times, when we're seeing whole industries facing major challenges, how is interior design affected?

SG: It's a very interesting time, because although the economy has challenged everyone, our homes still need attention. Our needs are changing very rapidly. Space has become very expensive and now has to serve many purposes. Technology has come into our homes and our lives, and that means design changes too. For example, TVs have become smaller and flatter, so there's no need for heavy, clunky furniture to hide these archaic big boxes that no longer exist.

LC: What about your passion for charity work? How is that manifesting these days?

LC: As an interior designer with a reputation for working on high-end projects, how have you responded to these challenges?

Photo by Maxine Usdan

SG: It's been a process of discovery. Looking back, I can see it began with me and how I relate to what I do. I've always felt that being an artist is a blessing, and I found the concept of "re-inventing oneself" - especially during challenging times - has completely energized me. I've adapted to the times by creating fee structures that make it possible for me to help more potential clients. In the past I would travel to Europe frequently in

search of materials. Now I've found new sources for magnificent fabrics and wall coverings that are produced in our country. There's no expensive exchange of dollars to pounds or euros, and at the same time it helps our economy. Even in our own community, I've discovered all kinds of wonderful new sources for furnishings, handsome flooring, lighting, window treatment, art, acces-

SG: I'm president of the Aventura Chapter of Alzheimer's Care Committee Notables, or ACCN. That's part of Miami Jewish Health Services, formerly Miami Home & Hospital for the Aged at Douglas Gardens, for which I'm a Founder, executive board member, and also sit on the board of the hospice. The Miami Jewish Health Services campus is in the heart of the Haitian community, and we employ about 600 Haitian employees. We were so devastated by the destruction and turmoil in Haiti following the earthquake. Each board member made a pledge to match every donation through the Red Cross. Geller Design Group is located at 900 N. Federal Highway, Suite 205, Hallandale Beach. For more information, call (305) 937-0111(Dade) or (954) 457-3692 (Broward), email stuart@stuartgeller.com, or visit www.stuartgeller.com

MARJCC.org gives new meaning to ‘click refresh’

The next generation takes over Mardi Gras Casino

The Michael-Ann people the wonderful Russell Jewish activities, classes, events, Community Center locatand functions that we ed on the Sanford L. Ziff offer here," boasted Gary Campus (18900 NE 25th Bomzer, executive direcAvenue, North Miami tor, MAR-JCC. Beach) launched it's new "One of the many and improved website nice things about the new last month providing site is the layout. The expanded information organic background colabout news and events, ors paired with our JCC membership, programbrand accent colors, ming, cultural arts, summakes the site much mer camp, and photo and more appealing and user video galleries just to friendly" added Jeffrey name a few. Sivan Kohn easily navigates her way through MAR- Scheck, president, MARThe refreshed and JCC.org JCC. revitalized site contains a Kids and adults wide range of tools, including a detailed calen- alike will find that the new website will enable dar of events, quick links to popular and fre- everyone to find what they're looking for quently viewed collateral items such as the JCC whether it's a 3rd grader looking for a photo Links - an informative monthly newsletter, the from our latest event, to a parent looking for a Program Guide, and the Summer Camp specific after school activity for their child, to Brochure. Find registration forms, and sched- one of our Seniors looking for information on ules on the wide array of enrichment classes the transportation to our facility." JCC offers, much more easily. Access informaThe MAR-JCC is a beneficiary agency of tion about the growing need for social, cultural the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and the and athletic space with opportunities to partici- United Way of Miami-Dade County, and a pate in efforts to help improve and expand the member of the Jewish Community Center campus and its facilities. Association of North America. "This new version of our website reflects a For more information, call more realistic image of our JCC, by showing 305-932-4200 or visit marjcc.org

Friday, March 19th, launches Mardi Gras Casino's hottest new member incentive coined Generation Next! The third Friday of every month between 7 p.m. and 11:59 p.m., guests between the ages of 25 and 40 who sign up to be a Player's Club members receive $10 Bonus Play, a 2-4-1 drink coupon, and a complimentary appetizer with the purchase of an entrée at the French Quarter Restaurant & Bar. Wait there's more! Come back any Saturday or Sunday after March 19th and get an extra $10 Bonus Play. Already a Generation Next Player's Club member, not to worry Visit Mardi Gras Casino on the third Friday of every month and receive the same benefits (i.e. $10 Bonus Play, a 2-4-1 drink coupon, and a free appetizer with the purchase of an entrée at the French Quarter Restaurant & Bar). Part of a different generation, just sign up to be a Mardi Gras Casino Player's Club member Monday thru Friday and receive $10 Bonus Play. Come back on any Saturday or Sunday and receive an extra $10 BP (March 1-31, 2010). For more information, call 954-924-3200 or visit playmardigras.com

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Discover gold at ‘Antique Show & Tell’ BY BECKY ROPER MATKOV

President/CEO, Dade Heritage Trust Ever wonder what that old Fiestaware plate is really worth? How about Aunt Sally’s portrait? As a preview of the Antiques Road Show coming to Miami in July, Dade Heritage Trust is having an Antique Show and Tell Open House on Thursday, April 8, from 57 p.m. The free Dade Heritage Days event will be held at Dade Heritage Trust’s historic headquarters in the original office and clinic of South Florida pioneer Dr. James Jackson. The 1905 white frame neoclassical building, located just off Brickell

Avenue at 190 SE 12 Terr., is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. All are invited to bring a favorite heirloom or garage sale find to discuss their treasures with Appraiser Tara Ann Finley of Anubis Appraisal & Estate Services. Finley, who has been an appraiser for the Antiques Road Show, worked for 30 years for Sotheby’s and Christie’s before starting her own company in Miami in 2003. Also featured will be the winning entries of the Dade Heritage Days Student Art and Photography Competition and an exhibit by students of William Jennings Bryan Elementary depicting historic sites. Refreshments will be served. This is one of over 70 Dade Heritage Days events that the Dade Heritage Trust orchestrates during March and April. For a complete listing, call 305-358-9572 or go to <www.dadeheritagetrust.org>.

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Aventura Hospital recognizes Dr. Charles P. Shenker as Physician of the Quarter Aventura Hospital various leadership posirecently recognized tions on the Medical Charles P. Shenker, M.D Executive Committee over as Physician of the the years. Dr. Shenker Quarter. The award is a attended medical school at hospital-wide initiative the University of Miami designed to give employSchool of Medicine in and ees an opportunity to completed his Internship thank those physicians and Residency at the who demonstrate excelUniversity of Alabama lence in clinical care and Medical Center in who display genuine acts Birmingham, Alabama. of kindness and good He went on to complete his will. Fellowship in Pulmonary "Dr. Shenker is an Diseases at the University excellent nurse advoof Miami's Jackson cate," remarked a nurse Memorial Hospital. at Aventura Hospital. "We are very fortu"He has a great personal- Aventura Hospital CEO Heather nate to have Dr. Shenker ity and governs his prac- Rohan with Dr. Charles Shenker as our Chief of Staff," said tice with a high level of Aventura Hospital CEO professionalism and Heather Rohan. "Since he integrity. We want him to know that we took office in 2008, our hospital has seen appreciate his continued support." tremendous growth and improvement. Dr. Charles P. Shenker is Board We owe much of that success to his leadCertified in Pulmonary Diseases and ership." Internal Medicine. He has been an active For more information about Dr. member of the medical staff of Aventura Charles Shenker and for other physician Hospital for more than 20 years. referrals at Aventura Hospital, Currently, Dr. Shenker serves as the hos- call 888-256-7692 or visit pital's Chief of Staff and has helped other aventurahospital.com

City of Hope Tour to provide update on research at cancer center BY LYNN CARROLL

and all over the world." She says that thouHighlights of the pacesands of volunteers, donors, setting research being underchapter members and phitaken at the City of Hope will lanthropists all over the state be presented at a "City of have supported the program Hope Tour" from 9:30 a.m. to because they know that City 2 p.m. April 16th at Signature of Hope is at the forefront in Grand in Davie. Cost is $10 the search for cures for canper person, including breakcer, diabetes, HIV and other fast and lunch. life threatening diseases, Featured speakers will with proven results. include CEO and President "As one of the nation's Michael A. Friedman, M.D., Sylvia Rosenwasser, director leading cancer centers," and researchers from the cen- of development, City of Hope Rosenwasser says, "City of ter, including Leslie Hope is one of only 40 comBernstein, M.D., whose prehensive cancer centers expertise is cancer and aging, and Joanne designated by the National Cancer Mortimer, M.D., breast cancer research. Institute. Its mission is to shorten the Dr. Mortimer is one of 29 City of Hope time it takes for innovative science to be physicians featured in the fifth edition of translated into new and improved therathe book "America's Top Doctors for pies for patients by taking the research Cancer." from the laboratory into the clinical trials "People ask me why people in the area." Southeast give with such dedication to an Technology developed at City of institution in Southern California," says Hope has led to the creation of several Sylvia Rosenwasser, director of develop- breakthrough drugs, including Humulin, ment for the City of Hope campaign a synthetic human insulin. locally. "In fact, Florida is an integral For more information: Sylvia part of the effort because it supports City Rosenwasser 954-771-1010, or visit of Hope's goal to save more lives here cityofhope.org

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Gulfstream Park presents 59th annual Florida Derby This Saturday, March 20th, Gulfstream Park presents a spectacular multi-stakes program highlighted by its signature race, the $750,000 Florida Derby. Among top 3-year-olds nominated for the Florida Derby is Eskendereya, whose thrilling 8-length victory at Gulfstream Park in the Fountain of Youth Stakes propelled him to the top of the list of favorites for the Kentucky Derby. The Florida Derby Day card also features the Swale Stakes for 3-yearold sprinters, the Rampart, the Eskendereya, at far right making his move in the Fountain of Appleton, and the $200,000 Bonnie Youth Stakes at Gulfstream Park, is now ranked at the top of Miss, Gulfstream's premiere race for top 3-year-old fillies aiming for the the favorites list for this Saturday's Florida Derby. Kentucky Oaks - the female counterIf not yet a member, guests can go to part to the Kentucky Derby. Throughout its history Gulfstream either the first-floor or second-floor casino Park has been hailed as the proving ground and quickly sign up for free Player's Club of champions, and in 58 years the Florida membership. Gulfstream's daily specials, Derby has produced 21 Kentucky Derby drawings and promotions prove there truly victors, 18 Preakness Stakes winners, and are more ways to win at Gulfstream Park. Gulfstream Park hosts world-class 15 who triumphed in the Belmont Stakes live thoroughbred racing, year-round more than any other prep race. For casino players, the weekend will simulcasting, genuine Las Vegas-style be every bit as spectacular. Every 20 min- slots, electronic blackjack, electronic utes from 4 p.m. to midnight this Friday roulette, free bingo on Tuesdays, $1 drafts, and Saturday as part of the "Derby Dough" no-limit poker, dining and live entertainpromotion, a member of the casino's Good ment. Providing the perfect complement to Luck Players Club members actively playing in the casino with their card inserted all the racing and casino action is the newly will be eligible to win a $50,000 cash prize, opened Village at Gulfstream Park, which offers entertainment, shopping, and dining free slots play, or a gift card. This Sunday, at 9 p.m., the casino will options for every age, every taste and every select five members of the Good Luck budget. For more information, visit Player's Club for a chance to win a gulfstreampark.com Mercedes Benz.

Comm. Sally Heyman encourages students to join Library's S.M.A.R.T. Program Comm. Sally Heyman is encouraging residents to take advantage of the Miami-Dade Public Library System's S.M.A.R.T. Program, which offers free homework assistance for students in grades K-12. S.M.A.R.T., short for Science, Math and Reading Tutoring, takes place every Saturday through May 15th. The hour-long tutoring sessions are offered each Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at all library branches with the exception of Model City, which offers the program on Wednesdays from 4 to 6 p.m. The Miami Lakes, West Dade and West Kendall libraries also offer additional hours on Saturdays from 2 to 5 p.m. Tutoring is done in small groups, by carefully screened and experienced educators. Children are asked to bring textbooks, written assignments or any other materials they have questions about. To learn more about the S.M.A.R.T. Program, call 305-375-3563 or log on to mdpls.org

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Racks hosts â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;expert exchangeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; networker with Special guest Dr. Noam Calderon of

Steve Lieber, Racks Italian Kitchen; Nicole Greensher, Fashion Factor; Lance Detotto, Newport Beachside Hotel & Resort

Liz Rettiz, Racks Italian Kitchen; Greg Kaplan, Suburban Associates

Marc Nadelman, Bnai Zion Foundation; Leslie Loewenthal, Aventura City of Excellence School; Jack

Oscar Llorente, Mount Sinai Medical Center; Rita Regev, Optimar International Realty; Michael Huffacker, Express Employment Professionals

Arnold Goldman, The Alternative Board; Eileen Glastein; Dan Palmer, Aventura News

Claudio Stivelman, Rosa Naccarato, GNPV; Steve Lieber; Robyn Kane, Aventura Hospital; Jack Grunspan

Denise Rubin, Denise Rubin International Realty; Claudio Stivelman, Shefaor Development; Tammy Wagner, Velocity Processing; Eileen Glastein, Bnai Zion Foundation; Jack Grunspan

Jack Grunspan, Eileen Glastein, Dr. Noam Calderon, Marc Nadelman

Nicole Greensher, Fashion Factor; Martin Granoff, Granoff Enterprises; Dan Palmer, Aventura News; Barry Mankes, South Florida Shomrim Society

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Bnai Zion Foundation and Aventura Hospital Israel's Bnai Zion Medical Center

Russ Lazega, Lazega Law; Claudio Stivelman, Shefaor Development

Liz Rettiz and Steve Lieber, Racks Italian Kitchen

Ira Haber, All In 1 Productions; Tiffany DiPanni, County Line Chiropractic; Jason Katz, Circle of Life Saving; David Burney, NationwideGoToBilling.com; guest; Sylvia Rosenwasser, City of Hope

Alina Feldman, Dr. Michael M. Krop Sr. High; Ely Feldman

Bob Cahn, AFLAC; Sylvia Rosenwasser

Robyn Kane, Aventura Hospital; Raquel Fitoria, RBC Bank; Dimitry Shaposhnikov, DS Xpress; Paola Burkholder, Globalinx / 5Linx;

Barry Mankes, South Florida Shomrim Society; Shelley Costin, Miami Gardens Florist

Jannese Correa and Jeffrey Blacher, Attorney; Marvin Cashion, Cashion ADR International; Scott Fishman, Fishman Dispute Resolutions; Dawn Jody Levy

Jentry Redinger, Fast Care; Lyon Roth, UBS; Cheyenne Chernov, Juice Plus

Fred Vetensky, Federal Commercial Financial Services; Maxine Vetensky; Greg Kaplan, Suburban Associates Photography by Andrew Goldstein

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Age vs. Maturity BY PATRICIA C. FRANK Are you aging or are you maturing? Age is the length of time that someone or something has existed. Your age is a particular point in your life. Aging is a process. If something has aged it is the result of the things that have acted upon it and made it what it has become. When you age you are the product of everything that has happened to you in your life. Things can improve with age like fine wine or steak or they can decay and spoil. People can improve with age or they can deteriorate. If you mature you are fully developed and you have fully developed the powers of your mind and body. You are experienced and wise in the ways of the world. You are mellow and seasoned. You are refined and sophisticated. You are highly developed and complex and have many facets to your personality. You have ripened into something sweeter and better. You have reached a certain perfection. You are ready for whatever life brings. Focus on maturing not just aging. Refuse to have an expiration date. An expiration date means that the product is past the date of perfection. It means that the item may

no longer be 100% effective. It may no longer produce the promised or desired result. Refuse to let yourself age and become old. Refuse to become outmoded dismissed and irrelevant. If you become irrelevant then you are no longer part of the reality of the moment. The manner or style in which you communicate determines whether or not you are listened to and whether or not what you have to say is of any interest to the other person. Stay on the topic. Stay united with the other person on all levels. Do not bring the conversation back to you. Do not drift into the past. It is tempting to reminisce and tell stories but not advisable. There may be times and situations where it is permissible and even important. Generally, however, it disconnects you from the conversation and more importantly from the other individuals. It breaks the mental, emotional and psychological connection. If what you have to say is not relevant, pertinent or appropriate you may be perceived as boring and out of it. If you want to be relevant and matter, what you have to say must matter. Do everything you can to make sure that you mature and not just age. It is important to get better and not just get older. Patricia Frank is a Licensed Psychotherapist. She can be reached at 305788-4864, 212-308-0309.

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Size Matters BY DENISE RUBIN The most commonly asked questions by my clients or any potential real estate clients are: How many square feet is the condo or home? How big is it? How many bedrooms? How many bathrooms? How big is the yard? What size is the lot? How many feet on the water? How big is the dock and what size boat can it accommodate? It surely is a matter of size! Many buyers were coming to me requesting space similar to their homes. They were ready for a life change from a home to a condo. But they were not willing to compromise on size. The kind of space they were looking for was scarce. Also, a place with over 3 bedrooms was at a premium. After 2000, the developers seemed to get wind of this as well, and began to cater to buyers moving out of very large homes or having more children and needing space. Fabulous Hidden Bay was being built on 190th st, which ultimately changed the landscape of Aventura. It was designed by architect Carl Segar, and recognizable by his other similarly-designed building,

Portofino in South Beach. I sold 18 units in pre construction in Hidden Bay and won broker contests run by the developer. Thus, I was very familiar with all that transpired. After presales for Towers I and II, the developers went back to the drawing board. They were getting so many requests for larger units, that they totally closed down sales and redesigned Tower III from the 26th floor up to 40. No longer did 2,140 s.f. represent the largest units as before, but now 2,640 and 4,000 s.f. units were selling out quickly to meet the demand. Then Boca Developers built Hamptons South in 2002 and soon followed with Peninsula I. These floor plans also catered to the large-size demand and were comprised of only 3,000 s.f. plus units with two lines of 4-bedroom plans. Others followed suit and now Aventura offers a choice of homes in the sky, now LARGER. All the space of a home with the perks and amenities a condo has to offer. Yes, bigger is better and size does matter! Call Denise Rubin at 305-409-0019 for all your real estate needs and visit www.deniserubin.com for listings and virtual tours.

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Eating Las Vegas BY SHARI LYNN ROTHSTEIN-KRAMER Las Vegas has changed over the past few years. What was once a tacky town filled with gambling and bad buffets is now a tacky town filled with gambling, bad buffets, better buffets, and exquisite expensive eateries. I took a quick trip to Vegas (three days) to teach a class a conference for event planners and caterers, and decided that this would be a great opportunity to eat in as many places as I could and share my discoveries. So, with that said, let’s begin. I do not like buffets. Why? Because the majority of people in the world are disgusting and once you’ve seen someone put their fingers all over four rolls before selecting one, or grab a piece of bacon from the batch using the same fingers that were in their mouths a minute ago, all of a sudden, I am less hungry as I was a few minutes prior. I stayed at Paris and was persuaded by my friend to dine at the breakfast buffet there. Oh happy day. But I was starving and he was buying, so we went. I opted for an omelet. Safe choice. Untouched besides the cook and me. Dinner is my meal of choice. Always. I love to dine. I want to sit, sip, and experience a restaurant. From the first bite of bread to the last bite of dessert…the wine and each course in between. My first dinner was shared with almost 20 people at a small party at Switch, a restaurant in the Wynn Hotel. I began with a porcini and potato soup. Creamy, white, thick but not heavy (a pleasant surprise), and accented with little random bites of mushroom. Such a nice contrast in textures. For the main course, I had what could have been the most incredible piece of filet mignon I’ve ever eaten. Little savory explosions occurred each time I chewed. The meat itself was perfectly medium rare and so tender I cut it with a fork. For presentation, it sat atop a pool of mild creamed spinach. Lovely. Dinner the second night was at Yellowtail, a sexy sushi den at Bellagio. Oh My Goodness. The aromas, the flavors, the quality, the service and the sake ? all made for a memorable ? and decadent meal. Again with a small group, I nibbled yellow-

tail tartar, served in a pool of Asian dipping sauce. The fish was so fresh that it fell apart at first touch. I loved the quality, but I would have preferred to dip rather than have so much sauce hide the fish’s delicate flavor. Then out came Foie Gras two ways – pate and puree. Richness, decadence, satisfaction and the buttery texture only made better by the seared scallop slices it was paired with. Bu wait, there’s more. We asked the waiter to surprise us. He returned with a dish I never would have selected: tuna sashimi pizza topped with truffled aioli. Pizza? Too filling for a night on the town. Or is it? This “dough” was actually a paper-light, house-made cracker topped with thin slices (think usuzkuri) of Ahi finished with the wafting scent of truffles in the form of aioli. It was so light and delish, I could have consumed all eight slices of the personal sized “pie.” And speaking of “pies”, the next day, I actually saw a piece of mediocre looking pizza (and not even a big slice) for $7.95 at the convention center. When I asked if that was for the whole pie, the server laughed. “Pie? Yeah…no. Slice,” she said. I couldn’t do it. I am not a cheap person, nor do I mind indulging (much to my husband’s chagrin) but no way. Not on this. And so I digress. I want to end Vegas on an “up note”, so let’s go back to Yellowtail. I cannot drink hot sake. The smell is so strong that I can’t get it past my lips. On the flip side, give me cold sake all day (Okay, not really all day. That would be a big mess!). But seriously, we selected an unfiltered which (as its name implies) is not filtered, leaving the rice starch in to create a milky consistency. Fresh, clean, bold, semi dry, and delicious on its own, but it went to well with all of our very different dishes. It cut the richness of the foie gras, enhanced the delicate tartar, and picked up the scent of the truffles. There are hundreds and hundreds of great places to dine now – Joel Rubuchon, N9NE Steakhouse, StripSteak, CraftSteak, Michael Mina…I could go on all day, but I will end with this: No matter what you desire, Vegas restaurants are sure to please.

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Travel Tips Business Travel - Invest in a GPS BY DAVID GEDANSKY Some road warriors may pride themselves on their ability to navigate a new city using only their business savvy, innate sense of direction and perhaps a little help from a local map. However, not knowing exactly where you are going can lead to lost time and wasted gas as you try to follow an outdated map, rely on unclear directions from a passer-by or confuse east and west in an unfamiliar location. These troubles can be eliminated by carrying a global positioning system (GPS) with you. These satellite-based systems are very handy gadgets. They pinpoint your position on the globe and provide you with step-by-step directions to your destination, whether it’s around the corner or across town. GPS systems can even direct you around traffic jams and construction zones. With this kind of precise and accurate assistance, you have a much better chance of finding what you’re looking for – whether it’s a restaurant, factory, airport, hotel or office building – on the first try. A variety of GPS devices are available, and there are certain characteristics you might

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Mazda CX-9 gets significant facelift for 2010 Ron Beasley AUTOMOTIVE EDITOR

LET’S TALK CARS The Mazda CX-9 is the Japanese automaker’s flagship crossover SUV and the 2010 model marks its fourth year of production. For the 2010 model year, the CX-9 gets a significant exterior and interior facelift, more options and reinforced safety features. The CX-9 retains its flowing silhouette, prominent wheels and tires, muscular fenders and steeply angled windshield, as well as the sculpted five-point grille and wide bumper. The side windows form an open greenhouse and allow good vision from all three rows of seating positions. Unique trapezoid, dual chrome exhaust pipes accentuate the design. Other enhancements include: • A bolder grille, front combination headlights and fog lights. • Larger, more aerodynamic side mirrors. • Combination taillights that mimic the headlights, while incorporating a new red

lens at the bottom. • A new Dolphin Gray exterior color. The CX-9 is powered by a short-stroke, state-of-the-art 273 hp 3.7-liter V-6 engine with such advanced features as a die-cast aluminum block with cast-in iron cylinder liners and aluminum cylinder heads for minimal weight. The valvetrain includes chain-driven dual overhead camshafts for minimal maintenance, four valves-percylinder with direct acting bucket-type actuators, and variable intake valve timing. The CX-9 rides on a 113.2-inch wheelbase, one of the longest in the segment, which allows for easy access to the threerow seating. There’s plenty of room for adults in every seating position. The driver’s seat and steering column move easily over a long range of adjustment and the 6040 split second row easily seats three, has five inches of fore-and-aft slide travel and a reclining backrest. The third row splits 5050 and the legroom is among the best we’ve seen. Entry to the third row is a breeze, with 26 inches of access space between the folded second-row seat and the C-pillar. And even with the third row occupied, the CX-9 has 17.2 cubic feet of cargo space. Both second and third row seats fold flat for additional

Mazda CX-9 has a flowing design, prominent wheels and tires, muscular fenders and a steeply angled windshield.

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Do you really need an anti-virus program? BY JAMES THOMAS If you surf the Internet or send and receive email, sooner or later you will most likely be the victim of a virus attack. However, a continuously updated anti-virus software application can mitigate most potential problems. Some of the more popular programs including McAfee, Norton, AVG and Kapersky help reduce the threat, but can fall short if you do not routinely perform the updates because it is reported that more than 1,000 new viruses or variants are created every month. Since you can get a virus by opening an email or even by clicking on a picture or hyperlink at your favorite social media website, a stand-alone anti-virus program may not be enough. Many companies now offer firewall and browser protection included in a suite of software services. A firewall primarily protects intruders from accessing your computer via the Internet. Browser protection warns you, or can even block a potentially dangerous website. You may say, “I only open email from people I know.” That’s a good start, but we have seen several cases where someone’s email list has been compromised by a virus then subsequent attachments are sent out under the guise of that known friend or coworker. Another common problem we see is the pop-up that looks just like a Microsoft window beckoning you to click on a continue button to update your anti-virus. It doesn’t matter at this point if you click on continue or cancel, it activates a virus. Mac users don’t be fooled; your computer is vulnerable to virus attacks, too! The reason it seems that viruses are a PC only problem is simply because of the PC to Mac ratio. Since PCs control most of the desktop market,

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High school juniors soon to begin college search BY LINDA RODRIGUEZ BERNFELD

and test scores. Admissions counselors also look at whether students consistently chalIn the second half of a high school stu- lenge themselves with Advanced Placement dent’s junior year, their attention turns to tak- classes and if they participate in extracurricuing college admissions tests and college lar activities. applications. “The job requires them to build a student To help students with that body that is diverse,” he says, endeavor, Palmetto High School adding that diversity is not liminvited Robert Franek, vice ited to ethnicity. They also look president of the Princeton at diversity in students’ backReview and author of The Best grounds and interests. 371 Colleges, to talk to parents Probably the most feared and students about the best way part of the college application to approach the college applicais the essay. But Franek says tion process. the essay is a way to sum up The process is tough on stuyour passion in 500-700 words. dents and their parents. Franek “It’s simply a conversation says that’s one of the things they between you and a college learned in a survey of 16,000 colcounselor,” he says. lege bound students and parents. Franek’s advice to college Robert Franek “Ninety-four percent were seekers – make sure you know ––––––––––––––– either stressed or very stressed as much about colleges as posabout the (application) process,” he says. “That sible. Don’t fall in love with a college because needn’t be the case.” of fancy brochures. Talking to students on that He also says that it’s never too early to start. campus will give you more useful information “Dream big,” he says, “but don’t focus on than the brochures. Don’t cross off a school your first choice, widen your eyes. Take a because of the sticker price. The most expendeep breath and let your parents help. They sive schools often have the most financial aid may actually know something.” to give. Franek says there is a college for every stuOther recommendations include finding dent and in some ways it’s never been easier the right test to take. For some, the ACT to get into college. might be a better choice than the SAT. Visit as “There are 3,500 colleges with four-year many schools as possible. Plus, there’s no degrees,” he says. reason to submit more recommendations than At the same time, it’s never been harder. required - and parents shouldn’t write one of “We are all in love with the same 25-30 those recommendations. And finally, don’t schools,” he says. “I’m a huge fan of those 30.” wait until the deadline to apply. Some students are going to be accepted into Franek also suggests dividing your list into all the schools they apply to and others won’t. five reach, five match and five safety schools, “Smart and accomplished people get and apply to several of each. rejected by colleges,” he says. “The reason The Princeton Review is conducting a schools are selective is because they receive National Testing Day on March 20 from 9 a.m. more applications than they have slots to fill. to 1 p.m. On that day, students can take a free If only great students apply, that school will practice test at the Princeton Review Office in select great students.” Coral Gables. For more information on that and Factors that helped determine which stu- the colleges and the application process, go to dents are accepted by colleges include grades <www.PrincetonReview.com>.

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