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The Continental Group, Klein and Hoffman, Inc. host Alberto M. Carvalho, Superintendent Miami-Dade County Public Schools BY BARI AUERBACH The Continental Group, renowned for expert property management, along with Klein and Hoffman Structural and Restoration Engineers recently hosted a firstclass Aventura Marketing Council meeting featuring Alberto M. Carvalho, Superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools. Hundreds of AMC business and community leaders gathered at the Newport Beachside Hotel & Resort were welcomed by AMC Chair Cliff Schulman of Greenberg Traurig, who challenged guests to an international "geography bowl" highlighting one of Carvalho's most emphatic points: "In a global economy our kids need more access to the world outside their boundaries than ever before." Next, Continental Group regional president Andrew Lester and Klein and Hoffman vice president Henry Castro shared their respective corporate success stories. "The Continental Group started in the Aventura area and just kept growing one community at a time," Lester said. "Today, we provide property management and maintenance services to over 1,300 condo and homeowner associations with 300,000 units under management and 6,000 employees
across Florida. "Our vision is to continuously evolve and provide 'added value' enhancing residents' lifestyles with innovative technologies as well as highly responsive, personalized service exceeding expectations." Castro explained Klein and Hoffman specializes in all facets of structural and restoration engineering. Complementary K&H skills include new structural design, structural rehabilitation, environmental, transportation, building envelope, curtainwall, waterfront structures and capital maintenance planning. K&H engineers also have extensive experience in assessing the condition of facades, window systems, structural framework, roofs, balconies and plaza decks. "Our experience in both new design and repair increases both the quality and value of our engineering services. K&H develops projects from concept to completion on schedule and within budget - engineering 'peace of mind" into every project." Turning to foundations for quality education, Carvalho was introduced by his friend and colleague, Region Center II Assistant Superintendent Enid Weisman. "I inherited a school system with 22,000 teachers and 350,000 children expecting a quality education regardless of financial woes," Carvalho said. "Bold actions were
The Continental Group team: Front Row (L-R): Martin Stebbings, district manager; Randi Rose, district manager; Tom Roses, president; Alberto Carvalho; Andrew Lester, regional president - Broward; Gary Bodner, district manager; Gary Pyott, regional president - Palm Beach; Back Row (L-R): Billy Coleman, business unit leader; Milton Leidig, district manager; John Sloan, district manager; Turner Billups, business unit leader; Anthony Gragnano, district manager
immediately taken to stabilize the fiscal viability of our school system. "We reduced the budget by about $123 million mid-fiscal year. In the process, we also reduced salaries of the highest-paid administrators - reinvesting those dollars into educational programs. "Despite facing a loss potential of $350 million because of budget shortfalls in Tallahassee, I guarantee no teacher will lose their job and no educational programs will be compromised. The arts, music and bilingual education will never be the victims of budget cuts no matter what we have to do. "We cannot forget our core function teaching kids there is nobility in every profession if you do it with your heart and your mind; and if you perfect your skill and do it honestly. Our educational institution has a greater function than just teaching reading and math - we have to 'create community.' It's up to us to help kids get to see horizons that stretch out far beyond what they see from where they sit today. "We're going to Tallahassee to fight against losses to educational funding. This is an opportunity to speak in unison and say not one more dollar should be taken from public education. I believe through targeted reductions we can still ensure that no educational programs will be cut and we'll be able to
Klein and Hoffman, Inc. team: Matt Keane, director of business development; Henry Castro, R.A., vice president; Alberto Carvalho; Eydar Castro; Luis Ortega, P.E., sr. engineer
Aventura Marketing Council Chairman Cliff Schulman, Greenberg Traurig with Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho
maintain our workforce. The most efficient move we can make today to decrease tomorrow's cost of healthcare and law enforcement is to invest in education." For more information, visit thecontinentalgroupinc.com - 877-278-6468; kleinandhoffman.com - 954-920-8501. To contact the office of Superintendent Carvalho, email superintendent'soffice@dadeschools.net or phone 305-995-1430.
Special presentation of certificates of appreciation from Anchors Away Foundation: Gerald Blumstein, Ofc. of MDCPS Board Member Dr. Martin Karp; John Doyle, Admin. Dir., MDCPS; Dr. Jayne Greenberg, MDCPS; Dr. Wilbert “Tee� Holloway, MDCPS Board Member; Steve Dale, Oleta River State Park; Aventura Vice Mayor Billy Joel; Frank Hacia and Frank Herbert, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary; Cliff Schulman; Elaine Adler, president, Aventura Marketing Council Photography by Andrew Goldstein
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BNY Mellon hosts Rolando Aedo, Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau Aventura Marketing Council Board members recently had the opportunity to meet with Rolando Aedo, Sr. VP of Marketing & Tourism for Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau. Aedo spoke on the Miami International POW WOW, May 16 -20, the travel industry’s premier international marketplace and the largest generator of Visit USA travel. Over 1,000 international and domestic buyers of tourism products and services from more than 70 countries, as well as 350+ U.S. travel journalists and 2,500+ travel executives from over 1,000 organizations will be in Miami to
Stephanie Trump, The Trump Group; AMC Chairman Cliff Schulman, Greenberg Traurig; Rolando Aedo; Fernando Levy Hara, G&D Developers; Jeff Levinson, BNY Mellon
transact an estimated $3.5 billion of business. Steering away from POW WOW, Aedo spoke briefly about the GMCVB's mission of attracting and encouraging individuals and organizations to visit greater Miami and the beaches and reported that tourism to Miami and Aventura was on a rise in 2008 with South Americans leading internationally. For more information about POW WOW, visit tia.org/powwow. For more information about GMCVB, visit gmcvb.com
Aventura Comm. Michael Stern, Stern Bloom Media; Andy Lewis, Eisinger, Brown, Lewis & Frankel; Gary Pyott, The Continental Group; Jeff Levinson, BNY Mellon; Alan Lips, Gerson, Preston, Robinson, CPAs
A.J. Lantz...futurestar In a first of its kind, Davie resident A.J. Lantz, son of Jason and Ana Lantz, signs long-term agreement with the Miami Heat. Long term--as in not effective until 2030! The futurestar's contract was negotiated by none other than his Grampa, City Manager Eric Soroka and attested to and sealed by his Gramma, City Clerk Teresa Soroka. Big sister Peyton will serve as his manager and has already secured endorsements with Toys R Us and Baby Gap. When asked what position he will be playing, A.J. responded "Hey girl, can I hit you back in 20 (years that is)?" (Editor's Note -A.J. was born January 29, 2009 weighing 6 lbs. 15 oz. 18 ďŹ inches long. Besides the Sorokas, his paternal grandparents are Lainee Lantz and Wayne Reisman.)
Leslie Stein, JGB Bank; Aventura Comm. Michael Stern; Aletha Player, FPL
Aventura Marketing Council Recognizes Ofc. Luis Chaidez Officer Chaidez was assigned to investigate two Aventura residences about possible drug activity. He watched the residences for a period of two months, during which he was able to develop informants and gather valuable investigative information. His hard work led to the execution of a search warrant, the arrest of several subjects and the eventual shutting down of two drug houses in the City of Aventura. Later during the month officer Chaidez was conducting surveillance in the area of Winn Dixie when he observed three suspicious subjects. The subjects were stopped and a field investigation led to the recovery of dangerous drugs that would have otherwise been sold on the street.
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Wanderings & Ponderings potent as a lover. She found that he was everything she wanted of a man physically and as a result trying to do everything she She just turned 36 and find finds herself could to please him. in sort of a dilemma. She isn’t sure which She wanted him involved in all the busiway she wants to go and if it’s worth it. She nesses and political events that she was a part has been successful in her field so much so of. That’s where the problems began. He was that she has been asked on many an occa- uncomfortable when they went to affairs that sion to speak to groups in her field about the she needed to attend. As he put it, “I feel like success she has had. She has been a puppy dog to be petted and then married once, has a seven-year-old ignored.” daughter that goes to a private One day he told her that this school with a good after school wasn’t working out for him and he program that keeps her daughter wanted out. She was stunned by his busy until she is picked up. As a attitude but within a week he had divorce mother, there are many moved out of her house (where he good avenues to explore business had been living) and disappeared wise and maybe socially. from her life. Palmer The social part is where she ––––Dan It has been a year since he left ––––––––––– seems to have bogged down. Up her, a year where she found herself until John appeared, she could handle grieving for what she lost with him and not things social without too much effort. quite understanding his reasons for leaving However when he showed up things went a her and all she offered him. Through the bit askew. He is five years younger that she is, grape vine she has heard that he married financially nowhere close to her but he has some girl, who is expecting and she is in her been the most physically satisfying man she early 20s. has ever encountered. She hasn’t let any man near her, and he’s Until they went to bed, she didn’t give him gone off and married some girl. She wonmuch thought. Once that came about, it set ders how he could do this. After all she her completely off. He was overwhelmingly offered him everything. Or did she?
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Aventura Vice Mayor Billy and Sandra Joel and Aventura Comm. Bob and Arlene Diamond continue "spreading the light" Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center honors them as "2009 Couples of the Year" Aventura Vice Mayor Billy Joel and his wife construction of 11 new changing rooms adjacent to the they are being honored by their synagogue, Aventura Sandra visit Israel often, but when a friend urged them pool is underway, and should be complete by June, Turnberry Jewish Center, as "2009 Couples of the to visit the Israel Sport Center for the Disabled in 2009. Year" on Sunday, March 22nd, 6:30 p. m. at the synaRamat Gan, Israel, they immediately recognized their "The most important thing that we can do is to gogue. Over 350 people are expected to attend this next mission. This center provides rehabilitative sports reach out to people in need and do what we can to help event, with proceeds to benefit the Tauber Academy, activities, from wheelchair racing to wheelchair bas- change their lives for the better... and that's what we the synagogue's early childhood program. ketball to swimming to table tennis, for over 2,000 dis- try to do," said Comm. Diamond. "Seeing those chilFor more information on the "2009 Couples of the abled children of all religions and ethnic backgrounds. dren and the benefits they receive truly enhances our Year" dinner, please call Aventura Turnberry Jewish When the Joels saw the children being taken out of the lives." Center at (305) 935-0666. For more information on pool and changed into dry clothes on the cement The Joels and the Diamonds have spent their lives the Israel Sport Center for the Disabled, visit ground, they knew they had to do something. helping others less fortunate, just one of the reasons iscd.com "As soon as we arrived back home, we spoke to Bob and Arlene Diamond," said Billy Joel, " and other friends about holding a fundraiser here in Aventura to construct dressing rooms for the children. A wonderful friend, Dr. Rubin Salant, offered to host an evening fundraiser and with the help of Bob and Arlene, we began the joyful task of sharing the story of this magnificent children's center and its pressing needs. We contacted David Weissman, president of the Florida Friends of the ISCD, who arranged to bring several children from the center for our Aventura fundraiser, as well as Jacob Ben-Aire, ISCD Director. The first fundraiser in November, 2007 netted $140,000, and the second fundraiser in 6-year-old Idan, 12-yr. old Caroline and Boaz; Back Dr. Rubin Salant with 12-year old Caroline David Weissman, Stephanie Trump, Sandra Joel and Ruthe and Gerald Cohen, Arlene and Bob Aventura Vice Mayor Billy Joel with Caroline November, 2008 netted over $120,000. Today, the Row: Diamond
Aventura Hospital offers new insights in lung health Aventura Hospital and the Aventura Comprehensive Cancer Center are committed to raising awareness about the risks associated with lung cancer and the new innovative treatment options that are available. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death for both men and women, according to the American Cancer Society. Although the disease is rare among people under the age of 45, more people die from lung cancer than from colon, breast, and prostate cancers combined. In conjunction with the March increase in federal tobacco tax, Aventura Hospital and the Aventura Comprehensive Cancer Center will sponsor a free educational seminar on lung health awareness Thursday, March 26th at 12 noon. Marc Saltzman, MD, Medical Oncologist, and Matthew Abramowitz, MD, Radiation Oncologist, will host a panel discussion for the community highlighting the latest research developments and preventive measures to promote a smoke-free and cancer-free lifestyle. The average lifetime chance that a person will develop lung cancer is one in
thirteen for men and one in sixteen for woman. It has been predicted that in 2009 approximately 215,020 new cases of lung cancer will be detected in the United States and that approximately 161,840 people will die of this disease. Although these numbers include both smokers and non-smokers, the risks are much greater for smokers. In addition to offering a full range of diagnostic and treatment services that are supervised by board certified medical professionals, the Aventura Comprehensive Cancer Center also offers a variety of support groups, including smoking cessation, to assist those interested through compassionate mutual aid and education. To learn more about these and other available treatment options, join the group on March 26th at the Aventura Hospital Medical Arts Building, 21110 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 101, Aventura. For more information on this free seminar and to RSVP, please call 1-888-256-7692. Light refreshments will be served. Free garage parking is also available.
Bloomingdale's ~ Aventura hosts Prom 2009 Pre-Party 10% of proceeds from purchases benefit Krop Sr. High PTSA Dress up, Make up and Strike a Pose! On March 21st from 2 to 5 p.m., Bloomingdales ~ Aventura Mall is celebrating Prom 2009 with the hottest prom pre-party in town. Come and enjoy chilling at the Aqua Lounge, move to the beats of a live DJ and receive a Sugar Sweet Prom makeover by MAC. Then, step into your favorite dress and pose for the photographer with a life-size cutout of a Hollywood hottie! Find your perfect prom dress hot off the pages of Teen Vogue and receive 20 percent off your prom dress purchase. Also, get your hands on a Teen Vogue makeup bag with your prom dress purchase. With a reservation, Mom's are invited to visit a Beauty Master Class while the girls party with their friends Bloomingdale's is proud to donate 10 percent of purchases to Dr. Michael M. Krop Sr. High School PTSA. To RSVP, please call 305-7921223.
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VIEWPOINT
In Sudan, peace or justice: Horse and sparrow economics We must choose BY JIM HIGHTOWER
BY DENISE BELL The International Criminal Court's (ICC's) decision to issue an arrest warrant against Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir for war crimes and crimes against humanity was widely anticipated. So, too, was the Sudanese government's brutal and calculating reaction. Humanitarian aid agencies responsible for the survival of 2.2 million Darfuris were swiftly expelled from the country. Sudan's response to the arrest warrant poses a fundamental test for President Obama's administration: Will justice become a bargaining chip in the new administration's human rights strategy on Sudan? The expulsion of the aid agencies, and the utter contempt for the people whose very lives depend on them, fits a horrific pattern of atrocities against Darfur's civilian population, and underscores the true nature of Bashir's regime. That pattern has continued for six years because of a culture of impunity. The international community has shown little spine in trying to deter Sudan from its campaign of terror against its own people. Now, by effectively holding the population of Darfur hostage, Sudan is calling the international community's hand. Will the world hold President Bashir accountable for crimes committed in Darfur, or will it allow Bashir to blackmail his way out of justice? The international community, led by the United Nations Security Council, the African Union, and the League of Arab States, must respond by immediately demanding that Sudan permit aid agencies to return to the country and continue their life-saving work in Darfur. As one of five permanent members of the UN Security Council, the United States must also demonstrate unambiguous commitment to ending impunity and not deferring the case against Bashir. Even before the Sudanese government expelled aid agencies as retaliation for the ICC arrest warrant, some in the international community were pressing hard for a deferral of the case against Bashir, urging the U.N. Security Council to invoke a provision in the ICC's treaty to suspend the case. They argued that executing the arrest warrant would undermine the commitment of Bashir's political party, which dominates the coalition government, and other ruling elites to achieve peace in Darfur and continue implementing the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA)
that ended the 21-year war between north and south Sudan. But such an argument sets up a false choice between justice and peace. President Obama can take two important steps to demonstrate that justice and peace not only can, but must, go hand-in-hand. He should publicly and unequivocally continue to oppose any attempt to defer Bashir's prosecution, sending a clear message to the world that his administration is committed to achieving accountability for the atrocities in Darfur and will no longer allow Darfuris to be held hostage by the regime in Sudan. Mr. Obama should also appoint a special envoy on Sudan as soon as possible to deal with the critical situations in Darfur and across Sudan. A special envoy would help ensure that a viable peace process develops in Darfur and all parties to the CPA get back on track in implementing the agreement. And while media reports indicate the Obama administration has decided to appoint a special envoy on Sudan, it is critical that the selection of the envoy be expedited to ensure there is a dedicated high-level official to focus immediately on the aggressive and rights-violating behavior of the Sudanese government in a postarrest warrant environment. Every time the Sudanese government has blocked humanitarian aid, its leaders have blinked when faced with a unified international front demanding that civilians have access to essential water, food, and medicine. This forceful response is needed now more ever to ensure that 2.2 million Darfuris are not punished for the arrest warrant against Bashir. President Obama should demand that the Sudanese government rescind its punitive decision on humanitarian aid operations. At the same time, by taking a firm position against interference by the U.N. Security Council in the ICC's work, he can demonstrate that the world will not stand for impunity in Darfur. Even as aid groups are being kicked out of Sudan, Darfuris on the ground are standing by their support for the ICC arrest warrant. Better than anyone, they know that what has happened in Darfur is a crime and that the perpetrators should be apprehended and prosecuted. President Obama should listen to them. -Denise Bell is the Darfur campaigner for Amnesty International USA.
Time for another Gooberhead Award presented periodically to those in the news who've got their mouths running 100 miles per hour but forgot to put their brains in gear. Today's Goober is a repeat winner Rudy Giuliani! The former New York City mayor has long been a stalwart defender of the Wall Street crowd that has lavished campaign money on him over the years. So - even though workaday Americans are absolutely outraged and exasperated by the extravagant bonuses that failed Wall Street bankers are paying to themselves, using our bailout money for their self-enrichment Rudy has stood tall for banker excess: "If somehow you take that bonus out of the economy, it really will create unemployment," he cried. For the bankers? No, for the little people, says Giuliani. He almost teared up as he explained that the multi-million dollar payouts to high-flying Wall Streeters trickle down to waiters in swank New York restaurants, to clerks at Tiffanys and Gucci, to sales staff at Lamborghini dealers, and to real estate agents selling mansions in the Hamptons.
Even gardeners and garbage collectors get their cut, Hizzoner claimed. He is spouting the age-old theory of "horse and sparrow" economics. This approach says that if you let horses gorge on oats, some of that grain will pass through their systems and be deposited on the ground for the sparrows to enjoy. Not everyone shares our Gooberhead's enthusiasm for the horse and sparrow theory. Republican Sen. Richard Shelby, for example, is calling for a strict limit on the pay of bank executives who are getting our bailout money. "The way they've spent it," he said, "is getting close to being criminal." And Sen. Claire McCaskill is even more blunt about the rank greed of top bankers. Demanding that no bailout banker should be paid more than the President of the United States, she added: "These people are idiots." -For more information on Jim Hightower's work - and to subscribe to his award-winning monthly newsletter, The Hightower Lowdown, visit www.jimhightower.com <http://www.jimhightower.com>
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Debra Marlowe, LMFT, prepared to counsel in range of family needs BY LYNN CARROLL In these uncertain times, many people have trouble dealing with stress over the economic changes forced upon them, says Debra Marlowe, a licensed marriage and family therapist, parent coordinator and parenting coach. "I'm seeing more and more stress and fear related to the economy," she says. "People need help developing coping skills just to go to work and try to deal with the tension around them. Sometimes spouses need help understanding the economic pressures involved so that they can be dealt with as a team effort, not as something detrimental to the relationship." Marlowe brings to each session nearly 15 years of experience with the wide range of situations families face. She can help at any stage, from the premarital stage forward, as couples look to change relationships or be better parents. There's also a real need to help parents who are separating, as well as their children. That, she says, is where her experience in parent coordination pays off.
Often, children are overlooked victims of family stress, Marlowe says, a problem sometimes exhibiting as obesity in a growing number of emotionally distressed children. "I have no tolerance for a child being uncomfortable in any way," she says. "When you're unhappy, there's a domino effect. Long-term mental/emotional health sometimes requires systemic physical changes. Since I have many years of personal experience with nutrition and exercise, I've been able to put together healthy menus and exercise programs and incorporate them into my practice along with mental skills to develop real changes in self-esteem." "Some physicians use me on an asneeded basis to help their patients achieve mental and emotional balance so they can achieve the skills for real change in taking better care of themselves." Debra Marlowe's office is located at 2999 NE 191st Street, Suite 703. For more information or to make an appointment, call 786-436-3363.
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Comm. Sally Heyman urges pet owners to take advantage of free services offered by Miami-Dade Animal Services Free spay / neuter services offered for cats As an animal lover and advocate, Comm. Sally Heyman is encouraging Miami-Dade County pet owners to take advantage of free feline spay and neutering appointments offered by MiamiDade Animal Services. The department is offering numerous opportunities to help reduce the local cat population. "The Animal Services Department is making an effort to control the pet overpopulation in Miami-Dade County," said Comm. Heyman. "We all need to do our part and eliminate the number of unwanted cats in our communities buy taking advantage of this free service." Every Thursday, Animal Services offers free spay / neuter services for cats at their shelter located at 7401 NW 74 Street in Miami. Check in is at 8 a.m., with no appointments given and limited available space. Cat owners in MiamiDade must provide proof of current rabies vaccinations for cats over 4 months of age. Rabies vaccines can be obtained at Animal Services for $10 (or $3 for qualified low income residents). Cats must be in separate carriers when brought to the shelter. Owners cannot have more than four cats per household, 2 months and older. No food or water
can be given to the cat after 9 p.m. the night before the procedure. The veterinarian may decline surgery due to health reasons. Feral cats will be ear tipped. In addition, Animal Services will be holding an additional free spay and neuter day for cats on Sunday, March 22nd at 10700 SW 211 Street in Miami. Cat owners must make an appointment for this event by calling 305-805-1603, Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. In order to continue providing services to pet owners and finding homes for as many shelter pets as possible, Animal Services relies on donations from the public. Residents can now donate online at miamidade.gov/animals. All donations are tax-deductible. Donations can also be made via check and mailed to Miami-Dade Animal Services, 7401 NW 74 Street, Miami, FL 33166. Please make out checks to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) and add "Animal Services Trust Fund" on the memo line. For more information on additional ways Miami-Dade Animal Services can assist you, call 305-8841101.
Miami Jewish Home & Hospital hosts 2009 Douglas Gardens Golf and Poker Tournament The Miami Jewish Home & Hospital at Douglas Gardens (MJHH) will host the 2009 Douglas Gardens Classic on Thursday, March 19th at the Westview County Club, 2601 Northwest 119th Street, Miami. Co-sponsored by the Douglas Gardens' Men's Club and Next Generation, the community-wide event will feature a golf tournament, hole-in-one contests, varying fairway and green games, and a Texas Hold-'Em Poker tournament. The golf tournament will begin at 12:15 p.m. with a shotgun tee-off with scramble format. The afternoon will continue with fairway and green games, where contestants will compete for prizes for the most accurate drive, the longest drive and closest to the pin. All participants will then convene at a cocktail reception at 5 p.m., followed by an awards dinner to be hosted by famed
radio and television personality Hank Goldberg. The Texas Hold-'Em tournament will commence immediately after the Golf Tournament Awards Dinner. Prizes will be awarded for all of the aforementioned competitions, including separate distinctions for the top men's, women's and mixed golf tournament teams. This year's Hole-In-One prizes include a 2009 Lexus, courtesy of Craig Zinn Automotive Group/Lexus of Pembroke Pines and cash prizes, courtesy of Publix Super Market Charities and UBS Wealth Management. Poker prizes include large screen televisions and varying electronic items. Attendees may also enter the Grand Raffle for a chance to win a 4-day Carnival cruise valued at $5,000, an Oggetti vase, 2 nights at the Victor Hotel on South Beach, or a weekend at the Miami Beach Resort & Spa.
Event fees are $250 per golfer, $200 per poker player or $350 per player for both golf and poker. Additionally, nongolfing participants may participate in bridge, Mah Jong and gin games for $100 per player, or elect to attend only the Awards Dinner for $75 per attendee. Grand Raffle tickets will be sold for $25 each or 5 for $100. Proceeds from the 2009 Douglas Gardens Classic will benefit the MJHH Transportation Services Program. Donated funds will be used to purchase wheelchair-accessible vans, transport trams and other vehicles to help MJHH residents safely and efficiently travel throughout MJHH's on-campus facility, as well as commute to off-campus appointments. For registration or additional information please contact MJHH Development Officer Judy Fisher at 305-762-1462 or via e-mail at JFisher@mjhha.org
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Historically Yours BY BOB DIAMOND JEFFERSON’S CURIOUS LEGACY According to Harvard Professor Henry L. Gates, Jr. (The Trials of Phillis Wheatley), a 7-old girl was captured in Africa and brought by slave ship to Boston in 1761. Mrs. Susanna Wheatley purchased the child, named her Phillis and taught her to read and write. By age 11, Phillis began writing poetry and at 17, she immortalized the Boston Massacre in her poem that was published in several newspapers. Phillis’s first book of poems, however, remained unpublished, as not enough Bostonians believed that an African slave possessed the ability to write poetry. The great philosophers of the 18th century Enlightenment, including Bacon, Hume and Hegel, were “vexed by the question of whether Africans were human beings or another species of men?” The decision was made to assemble some of the finest minds in Colonial America to determine whether Phillis wrote the poetry. She “passed with flying colors” and became the first person of African descent to write a book of poetry published in the English language. She contradicted justification
for slavery and became proof that African slaves were not members of an inferior race. She sent a poem wishing success to Gen. George Washington. He responded, invited their meeting and praised “her poetic genius.” Nine years after Jefferson’s words of equality in his Declaration of Independence, he published in Paris his book “Notes on the State of Virginia”. He challenged Phillis and alleged the inferiority of the black mind: “The compositions published under her name are below the dignity of criticism.” He believed that although Africans “have human souls, they lack intellectual endowments of other races.” Phillis, he said, “was an example of a product of religion, without being the product of intellect.” Jefferson believed that there are “real distinctions which nature has made, separating blacks from whites.” Following the Revolution, blacks took on Jefferson’s challenge of inferiority. According to Gates, “Jefferson’s curious legacy became their strongest motivation to create literature that would prove him wrong.” Although Jefferson’s highest ideals became the foundation of American democracy, DNA, involving Sally Hemings, also established he was a man of human contradictions and frailties.
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Johnson & Wales University Director of Development elected to Latin Builders Association Executive Board Fred Menachem, Director of Development and Alumni Relations at the Johnson & Wales University (JWU) North Miami Campus was recently elected to the executive board of the Latin Builders Association (LBA). Menachem has long been a community ambassador having previously spearheaded the successful statewide campaign for universal pre-k in Florida schools and working as the Finance and Political Director for former Miami-Dade County Mayor Alex Penelas. In addition, Fred Menachem he is currently a board member for both the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce and the Beacon Council. The overarching goal of the LBA is to unite business developers and contractors to further opportunities in the South Florida community.
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Who’s being selfish? Q: I’m 65 and have been married for over 30 years to a man who is several years younger than me. Until recently we’ve had a great sex life, having sex at least five times a week. But about five years ago he just stopped having sex. I talked to him about it and tried to get him to go for help, but the only thing that that accomplished is that he stopped talking to me about it. A few months ago we moved to a new apartment complex. The man across the hall is very handy and since my husband is all thumbs, he very generously helped us put some things together. We became friends and discovered that the attraction was stronger than that. Since his wife hates sex (and I know it’s true because she’s told me so, though she
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doesn’t know about her husband and me) and my husband won’t have sex, we starting having an affair. This affair has really made an important change in my life. Everyone who knows me, including my doctor, says I look much better. I don’t think my husband would care if he knew, but I do feel guilty when I’m around this other man’s wife. What should I do about this? A: I cannot take away your feelings of guilt, but I can tell you not to act out of guilt but instead consider very carefully what steps you do take. I certainly would not advise speaking with the man’s wife unless he has already decided to leave her and you to leave your husband, because otherwise confessing might bring a lot of unhappiness to everyone. Now, while I have never encountered two couples making any kind of arrangement where the sexually active spouses kept up a discreet affair, that might be a possible outcome, though the more likely one would be that the marriages will end. Whatever you do, think very carefully. You might want to consult with a therapist just to get some help deciding where your best interest lie before finally deciding.
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Purina 2009 Walk for the Animals benefits The Humane Society of Greater Miami Adopt-A-Pet 9th annual event attracts over 3,000 participants It was a record gathering of 3,300 participants and their dogs at Bayfront Park. The occasion: The 9th Annual Purina Walk for the Animals. It was a most amazing scene as dogs and humans pushed toward the starting line in order to participate in the one-mile stroll around Bayfront Park in Downtown Miami. Before the start of the walk the crowd was greeted by Miami-Dade County Comm. Sally Heyman, Grand Marshall; University of Miami President Donna Shalala, Leader of the Pack; Divine Savior Church, and Academy Principal Ben Troge, M. Ed, Education, Chairman. Then, exactly at 10 a.m. -- it was off and walking. For people who arrived early and those folks who didn't participate in the actual walk, there were lots of activities to enjoy. The Miami Science Museum had fascinating displays; the Miami Children's Museum and Miami Seaquarium provided interactive exhibits; there was a bounce-house, inflatable basketball courts, face painting, arts and crafts, games -- and more for the
kiddies. Vendors offered great food and there was a special bakery tent filled with mouth-watering pastries enjoyed with a fabulous cup of Café Pilon coffee. The Walk for the Animals is the Humane Society of Greater Miami's largest annual event. This year's event was a success as the Humane Society of Greater Miami met their event fundraising goal. All proceeds benefit the more than 250 animals in their care on a daily basis. The Humane Society of Greater Miami finds homes for more than 2,000 animals per year. Since it receives no government funding, it depends 100% on private donations and special fundraising events such as the Purina Walk for the Animals. Every dollar raised from the walk goes toward sheltering more than 250 homeless cats and dogs everyday and supporting important programs like low-cost and free spay/neuter services, quality adoptions, humane education and pet therapy. For further information on the Humane Society of Greater Miami Adopt-A-Pet, contact Stephanie De Thomas at Stephanie@humanesocietymiami.org
Kelly Craig and Ryan Phillips from NBC6 were the official 2009 Purina Walk emcees “Leader of the Pack” and University of Miami President Donna Shalala, Grand Marshall and Miami-Dade County Comm. Sally Heyman, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Humane Society of Greater Miami Adopt-A-Pet Rob Hudson with fellow animal lovers start the race
Winning Kids Pups Pack, Pine Crest Pack led by Bat-ami Katzman
City of Miami Mayor Manny Diaz stops by and says a few words to the crowd
3,300 supporters start on the one mile stroll around Bayfront Park
Winning Adult Pack, Ryder System, Inc. led by Bob Brunn
Walk for the Animals Education Chairman and Divine Savior Church and Academy Principal Ben Troge
Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Humane Society of Greater Miami, Rob Hudson
University of Miami President Donna Shalala, with FIU's Golden Panther (left) and UM's Sebastian the Ibis (right)
Dogs had a great time playing in the agility area
Miami-Dade County Comm. Sally Heyman receives official Walk, limited edition, signed Marc Tetro print from Executive Director Emily MarquezDulin and Board Member Darin Zenov
Title sponsor Purina receives official Walk, limited edition, signed Marc Tetro print. Humane Society of Greater Miami Board Member, Leslie Sardinia; Humane Society Executive Director Emily Marquez-Dulin; Board Member Patrick Sinclair; Purina representative Kelwyn White; Board Member Rehanna Meyer
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The Continental Group, Klein and Hoffman, Inc. host
Dr. Wilbert "Tee" Holloway, MDCPS Board Member; Aletha Player, FPL; Alberto Carvalho; Claudio Stivelman, Shefaor Development
Larry Herrup, Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center; Enid Weisman, MDCPS; Aventura Marketing Council Chairman Cliff Schulman, Greenberg Traurig
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Henry Castro, Klein & Hoffman and Andrew Lester, The Continental Group receive host plaques from Jeff Levinson, BNY Mellon
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Alberto M. Carvalho, Superintendent Miami-Dade County Public Schools
Aventura Vice Mayor Billy Joel; Alberto Carvalho, Superintendent, MDCPS; Enid Weisman, MDCPS
Carole Pumpian, The Apple Organization; Aaron Bernstein, JNF; Alberto Carvalho
City of Miami Gardens Mayor Shirley Gibson; Aletha Player; Aventura Mayor Susan Gottlieb
Aventura Police Ofc. of the Month: Aventura Comm. Michael Stern; Mayor Susan Gottlieb; Edilberto Ocasio; Chief Steve Steinberg; Comm. Bob Diamond; Comm. Zev Auerbach
Miami Gardens Mayor Shirley Gibson and Aventura Mayor Susan Gottlieb present Aventura Marketing Council Chairman’s Roundtable plaque to Jaqui Levy Hara, One Aventura Executive Center Condo Association
Evie Asness and Sheryl Weitman, State of Israel Bonds
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Marlyn Sasson, Multifaceted; Gonzalo Del Rio, Hard Rock Café Miami; Sandi Kastner, Sandi Salon & Spa; Stefanie Galiardo, Salon Serenity; Sandra Krumbein, Ruden McClosky
(Clockwise - standing) Sunny Isles Beach Vice Mayor Lew Thaler and Comm. Bud Scholl; Evie Asness, State of Israel Bonds; Comm. Roz Brezin Bob Welsh, Concerned Citizens of NE Dade (seated left)
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Financial Self-Defense: the Most Common Investment Scams and How to Avoid Them BY BRUCE A. DAVIS, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT Notices & Prohibitions: The Morgan Stanley Legal and Compliance Department has approved this article for use exactly as it appears. It may not be changed in any way. However, longer articles may be run in two or more parts as long as any disclaimers also appear in the respective parts. Please note that the nonsolicitation clause must appear at the end of every article. Financial Self-Defense: the Most Common Investment Scams and How to Avoid Them Submitted By: Bruce A. Davis, Senior Vice President Branch Name: Aventura, Florida Phone Number: 305-937-7108 Every year, scams are becoming increasingly complex as con artists discover new, sophisticated ways to fleece the public. Unfortunately, even the well-known deceptions still fool victims. Whether new or old, con artists prey upon the same vulnerabilities in our human nature. We can better protect ourselves by first knowing what kind of fraudulent operations exist and how they function. Affinity Fraud According to the Securities and Exchange Commission*, affinity fraud is an investment scam that preys upon members of groups, such as religious or ethnic communities, professional groups or the elderly, by exploiting the trust and friendships that exist within the group. Victims abandon their natural sense of caution and good judgment because the swindler pretends to be, or may be, one of the group. The most common affinity scams are pyramid schemes, which create the false illusion that an investment program is successful by taking money from a new investor and using it to make payments to previous investors. Prime Bank Schemes Victims are taken in by the lure of a very high-yield, tax-free return that, supposedly, is only available to extremely wealthy individuals through off-shore trades of bank notes. You are required to execute confidentiality agreements and not consult an attorney, accountant or financial planner. The secrecy is exciting and makes you feel exclusive and important. There are no such legitimate programs. Once your money is turned over, it is gone—the only person enjoying a high-yield, tax-free return is the con artist. Personal Information Scams We’ve all heard of identity theft: thieves steal your private financial information and use it to open credit cards in your name, buy a car, get a driver’s license, open
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Design by Design BY SCOTT KIMBALL AND JERI ROSENTHAL KIMBALL The way of the Web As I sit in my office in Miami and click the send button that takes this article to the Aventura News offices, attached to an email, to an editor whom I have never met, or spoken to, I cannot help but marvel at the way the internet has altered the way we work, play, and communicate with each other. The way interior designers work, or will need to work in order to be competitive, is changing. Technologies like CAD, scanners, digital cameras, e-mail, and computer presentations have all become quite common. When asked by a client to see a portfolio, it is more likely they will be presented with an on-line presentation than with the “old school” boards and drawings. Our clients in other parts of the country or abroad find the internet to be an invaluable tool. What could be easier or more affordable than sending your thoughts and plans via cyberspace! Clients are also finding the web to be a very useful tool in researching style and
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2009 Mercedes CL has it all — luxury, styling, technology Ron Beasley AUTOMOTIVE EDITOR
LET’S TALK CARS The 2009 Mercedes Benz CL Coupe is, quite frankly, an incredible piece of automotive machinery. If luxury, styling and state-of-the-art technology are what you want in an automobile, then this is the car for you. The flagship Mercedes-Benz CL coupe lineup includes four models — the V-8 powered CL550 4MATIC (our test car), the rear-wheel-drive CL63 AMG (with an all-AMG V-8) and the 12-cylinder CL600 and CL65 AMG. While the CL550 is powered by a 5.5-liter V-8 engine delivering 382 hp and 391 pound-feet of torque; the CL63 AMG features a 6.3-liter V-8 that produces 518 hp and 465 pounds-feet of torque. One of the most powerful naturally aspirated production V-8s ever, the high-rpm engine has many features derived from AMG’s successful racing efforts. The 4MATIC all-wheel drive model is
standard for 2009. Mercedes engineers reason that as modern all-wheel-drive systems become even more refined, they are becoming increasingly popular, especially in the luxury car market. The 4MATIC model is differentiated by new 18-inch wheels with a distinctive seven-split-spoke design. The 4MATIC system has full-time allwheel-drive that’s integrated into the seven-speed automatic transmission. The system fits right into the standard CL body and utilizes the existing front suspension (gone are the special parts and wider transmission tunnel that were necessary on earlier 4MATIC systems). The extra gears and shafts that drive the front wheels now weigh only 145 pounds more than the rear-wheel-drive model. Beginning from the right side of the transmission tail section, a driveshaft powers a front final drive and differential unit just to the right of the engine oil pan, and the left front axle shaft passes through a tube in the oil pan. The CL550 4MATIC also comes with new standard equipment that includes heated and active ventilated front seats and the Keyless-Go system. Many CLs are ordered with the optional AMG sport package, which includes deeper front and rear aprons, AMG side sills and 19-inch
2009 Mercedes-Benz CL coupe is flagship of the line; includes four models. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– five-spoke AMG wheels. tem bathes the road ahead with invisible For 2009, all CL models get new infrared light from two projector beams gearshift paddles on the steering wheel, mounted in the headlights. An infrared push-pull power window switches and a camera discreetly mounted in the wind“Hold” convenience-braking feature. The shield receives the reflected images and optional radar-based Distronic Plus sys- displays them in a high-resolution display tem now includes Blind Spot Assist, which in the instrument cluster. monitors blind spots on both sides of the Base price on the Mercedes-Benz car and warns the driver whenever a turn CL550 Coupe is $105,100. signal is activated while a vehicle is in the Ron Beasley is the automotive editor for blind spot. Another innovative technology on the Miami’s Community Newspapers. He may be CL coupe is optional Night View Assist, contacted by calling 305-662-2277, ext. 261, which can extend a driver’s ability to see or by addressing email correspondence to ahead to almost 500 feet. The active sys- <LetsTalkCars@aol.com>.
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Heart Healthy BY GERVASIO LAMAS, M.D. Chief of the Columbia University Division of Cardiology at Mount Sinai Medical Center
When we think of cardiac surgery, we typically think of “openheart” surgery, when doctors open the chest to reach the heart to repair or replace valves or perform a bypass procedure. In recent years, however, surgeons have developed new minimally invasive techniques that give patients another option in treatment. Gervasio Lamas, M.D., chief of the new Columbia University Division of Cardiology at Mount Sinai Medical Center, describes the procedure and shares some of its advantages. What is minimally invasive cardiac surgery? Minimally invasive surgery achieves the same goal as open-heart surgery, but it is accomplished with reduced trauma to the body by targeting the area of the heart that requires treatment. Surgeons reach the troubled area through a smaller incision – approximately six inches or less, rather than the 12- to 18-inch incision used in a conventional open-heart procedure. Typically, the surgeon makes the incision between the ribs, instead of cutting through the sternum, or breastbone, to reach the heart. This provides more stability to the chest wall and is more beneficial to the patient. What are the advantages of minimally invasive cardiac surgery? Because the incisions are smaller, the amount of trauma to the body is reduced significantly. Patients experience less pain and less blood loss, and there also is a reduced risk of infection. The length of your hospital stay is reduced as well. Patients who undergo a minimally invasive procedure generally stay in the hospital for four days, while patients who have open-heart surgery can remain in the hospital for 10 days to two weeks.
Best of all, you can expect to return to your normal life much faster with minimally invasive cardiac surgery. And, as you might expect, there is less scaring compared to the open-heart procedure. Do all cardiac surgeons perform minimally invasive procedures? No, and the level expertise of those who do can vary significantly. It definitely takes a very specific skill set that is developed over years of performing the procedure. Mount Sinai is fortunate to have surgeons who are highly trained and experienced in both minimally invasive and traditional techniques of cardiothoracic surgery. Dr. Joseph Lamelas, our new chief of cardiac surgery, is recognized internationally as a pioneer in minimally invasive cardiac surgery and is the inventor of the oneman minimally invasive Miami Method. He has developed widely used techniques in minimally invasive valve repair and lectures nationally and internationally on the procedure. Dr. Lamelas’ partner, Dr. Roy Williams, is also a leader in using minimally invasive techniques in the early diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer; and Dr. Angelo LaPietra, who has been in practice with Dr. Lamelas and Dr. Williams since 2003, is skilled in minimally invasive valve surgery, thoracic aortic aneurysm surgery, and implantation and removal of electronic cardiac devices such as pacemakers and automatic cardiac defibrillators. When is minimally invasive surgery the best option? Minimally invasive techniques have been used successfully in a variety of cardiac and thoracic procedures. However, although each case is different, it is generally quite reasonable to seek out a minimally invasive surgical option. Patients should work closely with their cardiologist and consult with or seek a second opinion from a surgeon skilled in minimally invasive surgery to determine which option is best for them. For more information or for a physician referral, please call 305-674-CARE (2273).
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1993 Ford F150 206k mi, $2145, Silver, Ref#: 6122306, Phone: 305-233-6300
1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 SEL 4.5 150k mi, $11000, Beige, Ref#: 5434820, Phone: 305-756-5470
1950 GMC Pick-up Truck 5k mi, $8000, Two-Tone Orange/Silver, Ref#: 6358950, Phone: 954-410-2723
2002 Chrysler Voyager 98k mi, $4500, Silver, Ref#: 6092451, Phone: 786-314-4271
2002 Ford Windstar SE 90k mi, $3200, Gold, Ref#: 6034439, Phone: 305-968-1192
1969 Pontiac Lemans 35k mi, $20000, Black Lacquer, Ref#: 4400550, Phone: 305-242-5870 2000 Honda Odyssey 110k mi, $5900, Emerald, Ref#: 6119108, Phone: 954-579-5583 1964 Ford Galaxy Fastback 120k mi, $7000, Green/White, Ref#: 5434831, Phone: 305-756-5470
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1999 Ford Explorer XLT 160k mi, $4000, Regal Blue, Ref#: 6099625, Phone: 305-608-5351
1971 Chevrolet Townman 110k mi, $1500, Yellow, Ref#: 5696104, Phone: 786-223-6925
2000 Ford Windstar LX 91k mi, $800, Forest Green, Ref#: 5747356, Phone: 954-430-5695 1971 Mercedes-Benz 220D 94k mi, $1500, Blue, Ref#: 4400634, Phone: 305-242-5870
1994 Lexus SC 400 180k mi, $3900, White, Ref#: 6339772, Phone: 772-812-1791
1995 Chevrolet Corvette 32k mi, $13999, Dark Metallic Purple, Ref#: 6077636, Phone: 305-981-3730
2000 Dodge Dakota 43k mi, $6500, Blue, Ref#: 5991154, Phone: 305-279-2357
1965 Dodge Polara 73k mi, $10000, Blue, Ref#: 5557899, Phone: 305-931-0383
1987 Dodge Dakota 342k mi, $775, Black, Ref#: 4551909, Phone: 305-866-1286
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT Leather 64k mi, $12946, Platium Silver, Ref#: 6335282, Phone: 954-818-4017
2001 Ford Explorer Sport 88k mi, $4150, White, Ref#: 6102887, Phone: 954-479-7006
2005 Nissan Murano SL 32k mi, $15700, Midnight Blue, Ref#: 5344022, Phone: 305-206-4288
2000 Toyota Corolla VE/CE/LE 82k mi, $3600, Tan, Ref#: 6091391, Phone: 954-213-7976
1971 Chevrolet Corvette 107k mi, $17995, Ontario Orange, Ref#: 6118490, Phone: 954-682-2640
1995 Proline Bay Boat 200 hrs, $8900, White, Ref#: 6307661, Phone: 305-775-2823
2001 Harley Davidson Fatboy FLSTFI 15k mi, $18000, Black, Ref#: 5818896, Phone: 305-479-3534
1970 Fibercraft 16 ft. Open Fish 100 hrs, $3500, Dark Gray Hull, Ref#: 4400686, Phone: 305-242-5870
1987 Chevrolet Honey Bee 41k mi, $14000, Tan & Black, Ref#: 5512261, Phone: 786-390-2116
1993 Offshore Center Console 200 hrs, $2000, White, Ref#: 5512247, Phone: 786-390-2116
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2007 Yamaha V-Star 1100 3k mi, $10000, Black with Ghost Flames, Ref#: 5815357, Phone: 305-751-5109
1987 Bayliner Capris Classic 5k hrs, $1500, Blue and White, Ref#: 6327636, Phone: 305-394-0924 2006 Harley Davidson FLHTCI 4k mi, $13000, Brandy Wine, Ref#: 6069970, Phone: 305-362-4406
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2006 Keystone Outback $19500, Beige, Ref#: 6201823, Phone: 954-742-2843
2006 Arctic Cat 650 100 mi, $5000, Red, Ref#: 5989408, Phone: 954-540-3992
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