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November 16 - 22, 2011

IDEA and SMi Group host ‘Let’s Talk Football’ BY BARI AUERBACH

FL could have stood for “Networking for Leaders” in business and sustainable development when partners IDEA (International Design Engineering Architecture) and SMi Group International hosted an Aventura Marketing Council Chairman’s Roundtable luncheon themed “Let’s Talk Football.” Armando Salguero, Miami Herald sports writer and 640AM sports radio host was emcee for the all-star panel featuring NFL alumni Deon Dyer, Fred Taylor, Brian Walker and Shawn Wooden. AMC Chair Cliff Schulman of Weiss Serota, Helfman joined by IDEA president Stephane L’Écuyer and SMi president Marie Bernard Poulin, welcomed guests huddled at Christine

Lee’s at Gulfstream Park. Kicking off the event, Poulin explained IDEA and SMi have completed thousands of energy-efficient architectural, engineering, design and construction projects around the world while adhering to the game plan: “Respect, protect, develop.” When the microphone was passed to Salguero, he tackled football talk with the winning panel of NFL alumni. Dyer, a former fullback was originally drafted by the Dolphins in 2000; Taylor was a running back, playing for the Jaguars and the New England Patriots; Walker, a former safety, played for the Redskins, Dolphins, Seahawks and Lions; and Wooden was also a safety, playing for the Dolphins and Bears.

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Shawn Wooden, NFL Alumni; Deon Dyer, NFL Alumni; Marie Bernard Poulin, SMi Group Florida; Stephane L’Ecuyer, I.D.E.A.; Jean-Simon Venne, SMi Group; Brian Walker, NFL Alumni; Armando Salguero, Miami Herald; Fred Taylor, NFL Alumni Judge Myriam Lehr, North Dade Justice Center; North Miami Beach Mayor George Vallejo; Aventura Comm. Teri Holzberg; Judge Linda Singer-Stein, North Dade Justice Center; Bal Harbour Mayor Jean Rosenfield; Aventura Mayor Susan Gottlieb

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November 16 - 22, 2011

Around Town in Aventura Mercantil Commercebank helps sponsor holiday food drive for needy South Florida families Managed by three local businessmen, including David Goldis and Rabbi Yehuda Benhamu, A Hand for Israel Corp. is a non-profit organization that gives needy families food vouchers both locally and globally. Working with clergy to identify needy families throughout South Florida, the organization is able to provide anonymous donations. Andrew Waxman, David Goldis, Rabbi David Botton, Yenon Argy

For more information, visit ahandforisrael.org

Equinox Fitness Club hosts AMC SpeedBiz Meeting

Equinox team (L to R) Stephan Menard; Sarah Varda; Solange Beaumard ; AMC SpeedBiz Chair, Aventura Comm. Michael Stern, Stern Bloom Media

Solange Beaumard; Door prize winner Carlos Menendez, Mercantil Commercebank; Michael Stern

Nutriway hosts Pedro Garcia, Miami-Dade County Property Appraiser

AMC Business Development Chair Peter Fishel, CPA; Pedro Garcia, Miami-Dade County Property Appraiser; Eran Danino, Nutriway

Martin Granoff, Granoff Enterprises; Bob Cahn, AFLAC; David Gedansky, Travel Leaders

David Bloom, Stern Bloom Media; Dan Palmer, Aventura News; Joanne Carr, Aventura; Aventura Comm. Michael Stern, Stern Bloom Media Roberta Rousseau, Symboley Quickbooks; Michelle Ramos, Dr. Veronica Munera and Carol Haas, Safecare Medical Center; Barbara David Bloom, Stern Bloom Media and Dr. Alain Mounoury, Physical Therapist Falk, Broward Promotions

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Wandering & Pondering Looking

bookkeeper to want any more from him out of the affair and was astonished when she told him he should divorce his wife and Alec has never been able to figure out why marry her. This threw Alec because he was women frighten him so much. From the time content with the way things were going, then he was a first grader, when he offered to help the bookkeeper sent him a letter telling him a girl put on her coat and she kicked him, he that was what she wanted from him. has never really felt comfortable around any However the letter wasn’t only sent to him but also a copy to his wife Jennie. of them. Didn’t stop him in his 20s Needless to say this created a when, somehow, he married Jennie. problem. Jennie didn’t appreciate Never could understand why she the letter and even went so far as to did; but with all that Jennie presentstart divorce proceedings against ed him with two girls about a year Alec. and a half apart. He struggled to Alec pleaded for a second chance help bring them up but really wasbecause he knew he had made a n’t good at it. Jennie spent more DAN PALMER mistake and it really was a growing time bringing up the girls, Samantha and Iris, than working on their up process for him and women. Jennie lismarriage. The house was always loaded with tened to him and told him that maybe it was quiet hostility as the girls always sided with time for him to just grow up and she was givJennie on any discussions. ing him a perfect chance to understand After about 10 years of all this, Alec felt women. As part of the divorce, Jennie gave that he needed an outlet and found it with the him the daughters aged 12 and going on l4 mousy little bookkeeper in his office. He and told him to bring them up through their enjoyed the affair since he knew that no one teen years. In the last five years Alec has would even connect him to the little book- aged about 20 years... but his daughters are keeper or visa versa. He didn’t expect the enjoying their teen years.

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November 16 - 22, 2011

IDEA and SMi Group host ‘Let’s Talk Football’

Len Brenner, Joint Council of Aventura and AMC Chair Cliff Schulman, Weiss Serota Helfman

Deon Dyer, NFL Alumni and Stephanie Trump, Acqualina Resort & Spa on the Beach

Sunny Isles Beach Mayor Norman Edelcup; Aventura Comm. Billy Joel; Aventura City Manager Eric Soroka; Jonathan Evans, Williams Island P.O.A.

Mary Lee, Christine Lee’s at Gulfstream Park; North Miami Beach Mayor George Vallejo; Aventura Comm. Michael Stern, Stern Bloom Media; Angie Carroll, The Continental Group

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Sharing keys to achieving success on and off the field, the football heroes agreed their playbook for life includes goal setting, discipline, perseverance and planning for “what comes next.” They also emphasized the power of “envisioning yourself a winner”; “tackling anything negative with positivity” and “never giving up.” Even in your darkest moment, look in the mirror and say “let’s keep going!” When it comes to winning with safe, sustainable solutions, IDEA and SMi have earned accolades and global recognition

thanks to a team of professionals highly qualified in the fields of energy efficiency, engineering, design, construction, integration, technological and scientific applications. “Global clients benefit from our focus on optimizing quality management, time frames, cost control, scheduling and contingency measures,” Poulin said. “Our mission is to make a positive impact on the quality of life for future generations.” L’Écuyer noted that SMi as well as IDEA, based at One Aventura Executive Center, strive to design and build responsibly and

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efficiently. “Our strength lies in ‘absolute engineering’ - total expertise from all fronts of architecture and engineering. We are the new generation of architectural engineers, committed to a greener future and mindfully serving our customers interests in accountable and sustainable development.” For information visit absolute-idea.com

and groupesm.com. Listen to Armando Salguero’s “Armando & the Amigo” show weekday mornings on 640AM & read his blog at miamiherald.typepad.com/dolphins_in_depth (MORE PHOTOS ON PAGES 14 & 15)

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The Wise old Owl

Patricia C. Frank FRANKLY SPEAKING The owl’s head is able to turn 270 degrees so he can see more aspects of a situation or problem. He also has excellent night vision. He can see in the dark which allows him to see all of the nuances of an issue. Being able to see in the light and in the dark is very helpful when trying to make decisions. It is important to be able to see the complete picture. Your sight gives you information that you act upon based on what you perceive to be true or real. In western culture the owl is often the symbol for wisdom. To make truly wise decisions you need to see as much as possible in your world. To see what’s in front of you, alongside of you and behind you as much as possible. Psychologically it would be helpful to have the owl‘s ability to see more of your

surroundings, to be able to detect movement and change. How often have you said after an upsetting or disturbing event, “I didn’t see it coming”? You were blindsided psychologically and emotionally by a strike or attack that was unexpected. The owl is also adept at seeing things that are far away which is very important. It is good to be able to see the consequences of an action you may take. Being able to see into your future would tend to make you wiser in your decisions. Less will be concealed and more will be revealed. Limited vision does not give you all the facts. The more information you have about something, the greater your understanding and awareness. You will be able to avoid rash decisions based on incomplete facts. You will be more sensitive and discriminating. You will be more empathetic. Your judgments will be better for you, your life in general and your current issues in particular. Seeing like the wise old owl is very advantageous. Keep your eyes wide open and stay flexible. Patricia Frank is a Licensed Psychotherapist. She can be reached at 305-788-4864, 212-308-0309.

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November 16 - 22, 2011

Aventura Hospital and Medical Center announces plans to become Tobacco-Free In recognition of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, celebrated nationally during November, Aventura Hospital announces its plans to become a tobacco-free campus effective January 1, 2012. The new policy applies to all smokers including staff, visitors and patients, and will phase out all designated smoking areas on campus. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), tobacco use – including cigarettes and all forms of smokeless tobacco– has led to more deaths than HIV, illegal drug use, alcohol use, motor vehicle accidents and acts of violence combined. “Aventura Hospital and Medical Center is devoted to providing our patients and guests, with the best environment for healing,” said Heather Rohan, CEO of Aventura Hospital. “The negative effects of tobacco are well documented. The commitment to our staff and community is to create an environment that is tobacco-free for all.” The transition will kick off during The Great American Smokeout, held on November 17th, where Aventura Hospital will host an informational event to provide materials and smoking cessation tips to the community. Staff will be on hand to answer questions and provide support

to those joining the hospital in becoming tobacco-free. This change will affect all areas of the campus, including the main hospital, garages, the Comprehensive Cancer Center and the on-site medical office buildings.

For more information on the tobacco-free initiative, visit AventuraHospital.com. For more information on smoking cessation classes or other alternatives to quit smoking, call 305-682-7000.

November 16 - 22, 2011

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‘Founders-Keepers’ mall stores!

Bari Auerbach LIFE IN THE CITY Aventura’s 16th annual Founders Day celebration was yet another great success but if you were one of the city’s original “founders,” maybe you would have voted to make the best even better by adding community amenities like these… Six Flags at Founders Park: Wouldn’t it be great if there was a giant rollercoaster right in the middle of Founders Park? If ever there was a way to have more fun coasting through life’s “ups and downs” this would be the most amusing coping mechanism! Aventura Mall Airport: The mall is already such a great tourist attraction for the city - just imagine if developers had planned to incorporate an airport too…then, even more international visitors could land in front of Bloomie’s and maybe even trade some of their frequent flyer miles for special savings at all the

Organic Market on the Circle: Everyone exercising around the circle on Country Club Drive is really into fitness – so an organic market would be the perfect addition...While biking, rollerblading, running or pushing baby strollers, you could just reach over and grab your favorite fruits and vegetables compliments of Aventura – the healthy and wealthy city! Detailing on Biscayne: If the city opened car detailing centers all along Biscayne Boulevard – just think how much revenue could be generated! Motorists stuck in traffic could have their cars washed and waxed…and if a train comes, there would even be time to bang out dents and dings too! Gym at Government Center: To increase attendance at Aventura City Commission meetings, it would be a great to have a gym inside Commission chambers – so while working out, you could watch the proceedings and maybe even exercise your right to express your opinions. Then again, Aventura Founders helped created such a well-run city, it’s nice not having to even lift a finger to enjoy all the great community amenities that are definitely “Founderskeepers!”

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November 16 - 22, 2011

IDEA and SMi Group host ‘Let’s Talk Football’

Madeline Giardiello, Biscayne Cove Condo Assoc.; Marc Schmulian, Shefaor Development; Michelle Fishman, Biscayne Cove Condo Assoc. Marie Bernard Poulin, SMi Group Florida

Emcee Armando Salguero, Miami Herald with football panel Brian Walker, NFL Alumni; Shawn Wooden, NFL Alumni; Fred Taylor, NFL Alumni and Deon Dyer, NFL Alumni

Michael Shear, Wells Fargo Advisors and Armando Salguero Jordan Laser, Northwestern Mutual / Laser Financial Group and Kevin King, Merrill Lynch

Fred Taylor and Denise Rubin, Prudential FL Realty

Dr. Wilbert “Tee” Holloway, AT&T / M-DCPS Board member and Ben Launerts, Parksman Parking

Tom Anderson, Park One; Angie Carroll, The Continental Group; Dr. Robert Donoway and Kathryn Anderson, The Donoway Center Bob Hollander, Brown & Brown Insurance and Shawn Wooden

(MORE PHOTOS ON PAGE 15)

Len Brenner, Joint Council of Aventura; Judy Dandy and Terri Echarte, Atlantic & Pacific; Aventura Comm. Bob Diamond

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IDEA and SMi Group host ‘Let’s Talk Football’

Nick William, NOW Marketing Group and Lesya Pelyushko, Merrill Lynch Global Wealth Management

Fred Taylor, NFL Alumni and Jean-Simon Venne, SMi Group

Gary Pyott, The Continental Group; Jeff Levinson, Sabadell United Bank; Aventura Comm. Bob Diamond; Alan Neufeld, Neufeld, Kleinberg & Pinkiert

Agueda Adames, John Cumper, Dominique Denis and MariePierre Pare, I.D.E.A.

Aventura Comm. Teri Holzberg; Eileen Glastein, Bnai Zion; Zoe Masterson, World Realty Jean-Simon Venne and Marie Bernard Poulin, from SMi Group Florida with Marvin Jones, NFL Alumni

Deon Dyer, NFL Alumni; Mel Gordon, Ameriprise Financial; Shawn Wooden, NFL Alumni

Deon Dyer; Arthur Barr, Barr & Assoc.; Floyd Raglin, Raglin Sports Marketing; Marvin Jones; Louis Taylor, Turnberry Towers; Len Brenner, Joint Council of Aventura; Fred Taylor

Claudio Stivelman, Shefaor Development and Aventura Mayor Susan Gottlieb

Deon Dyer, Sunny Isles Beach Vice Mayor Lew Thaler and Brian Walker, NFL Alumni

Stephane L’Écuyer, I.D.E.A. and Bob Hollander, Brown & Brown Insurance

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November 16 - 22, 2011

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High cholesterol/triglyceride levels?

Michelle Ishakov NUTRITION & YOU Many people have high cholesterol and triglyceride levels due to genetics, poor eating habits, and lack of exercise. If you are overweight, you are at a much greater risk. How can one go about lowering bad cholesterol (LDL) and increasing good cholesterol (HDL)? Simple lifestyle changes can help you lose weight and improve levels. Here are some helpful tips! Maintain a healthy weight by cutting down on high-calorie foods and drinks. Incorporate more vegetables, lean proteins, and foods that contain fiber, as they all lower both triglycerides and cholesterol and are packed with nutrients to improve heart health. Because our bodies store and circulate fat in the form of triglycerides, a diet full of unhealthy saturated and trans fats will raise these levels. Limit foods such as marbled red meat, poultry skin, butter, whole milk, and other full-fat dairy products that are high in saturated fat. Trans fats are more harmful than saturated fats, so check nutrition labels on foods such as margarines, snack foods, baked goods, and other packaged items to ensure they do not contain these bad fats. When cooking, broil, bake, steam, or grill your foods. Stay away from fried foods and keep sauces on the side. Also try taking 3 to 4 drops of pomegranate oil first thing in the morning. Increasing consumption of good fats is actually beneficial to your health and

weight loss! Increase your daily intake of good fat â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Omega-3s. Omega-3s are an excellent source of healthy fats, good for heart health, and effective at lowering triglyceride and cholesterol levels. I recommend eating at least three servings per week of omega-3-rich fish such as wild salmon, herring, mackerel (not king), and sardines (none of these farm raised). For those who do not eat fish, take an Omega-3 supplement such as Krill Oil or get your Omega-3s from walnuts, flaxseed, avocado, and extra virgin oil. Try to limit refined carbs. These are low-quality carbs that are high in sugar or refined grains such as white flour, honey, sweeteners, candy, baked goods, regular pasta, white rice, white bread, cereals, and pastries. Limit fruit and fruit juices since they are dense in simple sugars. Consume high-quality carbs such as vegetables and high-fiber whole foods such as oatmeal, brown and wild rice, whole grain pastas and breads, and foods from the legume family such as lentils and beans. Consume less alcohol. If you have high triglycerides, alcohol should be considered a rare treat. Even small amounts can dramatically increase these levels. Just one drink can send levels soaring in sensitive individuals. If you must have a drink, go for red wine as it is a good antioxidant. Lastly, stress is linked to increased cholesterol levels. Try to reduce stress with relaxation exercises and meditation. Take deep, refreshing breaths throughout the day. For more helpful tips, please visit me at Nutriway in the Promenade Shops of Aventura. You can reach me at 305-4387775 or via email mishakov@mynutriway.com. See you soon!

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UnitedHealthcare delivers smiles to hospitalized children in South Florida with donation of nearly 1,000 arts & crafts kits Nick Zaffiris, CEO of UnitedHealthcare of South Florida; Jeff Alter, CEO of UnitedHealthcare’s Employer & Individual; Mike Cole, Vice President of UnitedHealthcare’s Employer & Individual

More than 60 UnitedHealthcare employees and senior leaders spent an afternoon assembling nearly 1,000 arts and crafts kits for children hospitalized in South Florida. Through a partnership with Project Sunshine, a non-profit organization that provides free educational, recreational and social programs to children facing medical challenges, UnitedHealthcare is able to bring smiles to pediatric patients and their families. UnitedHealthcare and Project Sunshine have worked on similar volunteer efforts in dozens of different markets across the country this year. The arts and crafts kits will be enjoyed by young patients and their families during extended

hospital stays. Each kit contains fun items, such as crayons, colorful stickers and a journal that will bring much needed relief from the anxiety and isolation often related with hospitalization. The kits also provide an opportunity for children to explore their creativity with their families and express how they’re feeling. “Being hospitalized can often be a stressful and emotional experience for children and their families,” said Jeff Alter, CEO of UnitedHealthcare’s Employer and Individual business. “We’re hoping these arts and crafts kits bring a smile to the kids’ faces and give them a fun, creative distraction during their time in the hospital.”

November 16 - 22, 2011

Symboley offers a ‘hands-on’ one day Quickbooks Training Class at Kovens Conference Center, FIU

Finally a chance to really learn the “ins” and “outs” of one of the most popular accounting programs used today by small and mid size businesses. A one day course will be offered on Wednesday, Nov. 30th and Sunday, Dec. 4th at the Kovens Conference center, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. This class will give students the opportunity to work on a simulated live-like company, giving them the chance to learn how daily finances are maintained, as well as understanding the financial health of one’s company — precluding

unexpected results. It’s time to throw out the old shoe box and begin using Quickbooks to manage your company more professionally; ultimately minimizing the time one’s accountant needs to spend getting documentations in order. Even if you’ve been using Quickbooks, chances are that you are not using all the features it has to offer.

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All-new Ford Focus has sleek design, delivers 40 mpg Ron Beasley LET’S TALK CARS It’s nice to see that Ford has finally come around and is offering American consumers something more than gas-guzzling SUVs and monster pickup trucks. I refer specifically to the all-new Ford Focus, a small car with a wonderfully fresh design, high levels of craftsmanship and occupant safety, an exceptional array of smart new technologies, and an EPA-rated 40 mpg on the highway. On top of all that, Focus delivers solid handling and an overall excellent driving experience. Focus is powered by a new 2.0-liter DOHC four-cylinder engine that combines high-pressure gasoline direct injection and twin independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT) for enhanced performance and fuel efficiency. How about 20 horsepower more than the previous Focus engine and a fuel economy improvement of more than 10 percent? The new engine is mated to the latest sixspeed Ford PowerShift automatic transmis-

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November 16 - 22, 2011

‘Holiday diet strategies’ endorses by Dr. Oz BY BARI AUERBACH

Dr. Mehmet Oz continuously encourages overweight viewers of his TV show to get back on track by losing at least ten pounds with his “Just 10 Diet Plan.” But since holiday parties are making the “Just 10” health challenge even tougher, Dr. Oz enlisted the assistance of Dr. Michael Roizen, Chief Wellness Officer at the Cleveland Clinic, to present helpful tips since this is the time of year responsible for almost all weight gain. Three Rules to Survive Parties 1. Prepare a pre-party pack with choices like nuts and low-fat string cheese 2. No stacking your plate – there should be space between the foods 3. Have a 100 calorie cocktail – one serving of eggnog can have as much as 450 calories. Instead, opt for a wine spritzer that has only 100 calories.

like trail mix is the doctors’ best advice – but if you do decide to visit a food court at a mall, try sharing a slice of pizza with a friend or opting for a healthful salad. More Recipes For Diet Success * Cut out sugary sodas * Don’t eat snacks larger than your fist

Stand Up to Sweets Dr. Oz and Dr. Roizen suggest buying sweets to a take to a party instead of baking them so you won’t be tempted to eat a lot and get a sugar high before even leaving the house. They also believe in the effective “eye your pie” strategy – which means pick only one dessert to eat that you like best. Eating Out While Shopping “Eat before you shop” or pack a snack

* Don’t eat after 8 p.m. Accountability Weigh yourself twice a week and write down what you’re eating at parties since “accountability” can help you keep count of how many calories you’re consuming. This holiday season, Dr. Oz and Dr. Roizen agree, “Staying true to your diet is the greatest gift of all!”

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Spanish Monastery to become Irish monastery for Christmas BY ERIN ASHLEY

The South Florida Emerald Society will celebrate Christmas in Ireland on Thursday, Dec. 8, 6:30 p.m., in the Ancient Spanish Monastery, 16711 W. Dixie Hwy. in North Miami Beach. The evening will include a sumptuous buffet dinner and entertainment by The Three Jacks and the Irish Fiddlers. The Three Jacks, a high energy Irish/Celtic/Rock band, is one of Miamiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best loved bands and they are award-winning, internationally known recording artists. They are famous for their interpretations of Whiskey in the Jar, work of the

Weavers and Matty Groves. The Irish Fiddlers are a group of young musicians comprising students from the third grade through high school. They specialize in traditional Irish fiddle music. Tickets for the raffle are available. The prizes include cash prizes of $1,000 and $500 and a weekend getaway at the Conrad Hotel on Brickell. Raffle tickets are $5 each. The event is open to all and tickets are only $75 each. For tickets and reservations, call Mary Ann Kerr at 305-302-2301. The South Florida Emerald Society is an organization for ladies and gentlemen of Irish extraction founded in 1954.

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“YOUR AD HERE — BIG YELLOW SCHOOL BUS” BY KAREN ARONOWITZ, President, United Teachers of Dade

Imagine the yellow school bus so covered with ads that we smack right into the back of one, our attention diverted by 3D, strobe-lit, hologram movie ads, flashing, pulsing lights for caffeine-laden power drinks, logoencrusted sportswear, and other trinkets and trash we sell to move our economy. It’s the American way! All supposedly G-rated, although what passes for G in our overly sexualized consumerism makes the letter blush like a scarlet A. Still, our schools are so cashstrapped from the decrease in funding to public education that school boards are putting out the for-sale sign themselves. No space need be uncovered. Will students pay any attention to the work teachers place on white boards, smart boards, or, in a few impoverished public schools, chalk boards, when bells and whistles from advertisers compete for their attention? It is not philanthropy that drives companies into our schools. It’s

the thrill of a captive audience, an audience that will have no Parental Control button to screen what’s seen in a school, an audience that is just learning to think about the the credibility of a source, an audience that, by age and maturity, will believe what is placed before them. One does not challenge authority until enough learning has taken place. We will abandon four-year olds and fourteen-year-olds to the hands of advertisers. I suppose the next step is to make each teacher responsible for selling enough advertising to “endow” their position. A sort of commission sales requirement to add to the idea of “pay-for-performance.” It’s not surprising that the hallowed halls of our schools will be turned into the inside of a casino, where the lights are low, there are no windows or clocks so that no one knows whether it’s night or day, and flashing, strobing lights, bells and whistles convince even the losers they’ve won. Lock up your children, folks. Throw them an iPad, a Twinkie, and a bottle of water and call it home schooling. You might not be there, but it could be a safer space than school. The United Teachers of Dade represents 35,000 teachers and school support personnel in MDCPS. The union is committed to being a leader in creating public school reform, fostering a quality public education for all students and elevating the professional status of teachers, paraprofessionals, office employees, and all school support personnel.

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Living Well, Being Well Expo Promotes East Ridge Retirement Village’s Unique Lifestyle was held in October. “The Expo offers an opportunity to illustrate the eight dimensions of wellness that are part of the core services and values of the community,” said Director of Environmental Services Kenneth Gould, who spearheaded the event. “It is geared to residents, families and friends and employees and seeks to inspire all to lead healthier and more sustainable lives.” The Expo offered educational literature and/or programs from a variety of representatives, focusing on each component of wellness. “Education is the first step in embracing change,” said Gould. “You can’t simply tell someone what they should do. Our take-away tips and interactive demonstrations can easily be applied to all aspects of living”. Each person who attended the Expo was invited to bring something to be recycled—clothing, telephones, ink cartridges, glass, plastics and even aluminum foil baking dishes— and greeters from Miami Coral Park Senior High School’s Autism Spectrum Disorder Unit collected and classified the items. Physical wellness was demonstrated with interactive Wii Bowling and Tai Chi exercising along with gardening tips from the University of Florida IFAS Extension. Emotional Resident Marty McLaren; Director of Environmental Services Kenneth Gould; East Ridge and spiritual wellness was illusresident and Secretary of the East Ridge Board of Directors Carolyn Garwood; Resident trated by a presentation on relaxand Chair of the East Ridge Retirement Town Hall Barbara Sims; Executive Director Vic- ation and meditation by Dr. toria Duvall and Human Resources Director Damaris Navarro at the Living Well, Being Stephanie Carter and reiki massage Well Expo held recently at the life care community in South Miami. demonstrations.

East Ridge Retirement Village stands apart from many senior living communities in that residents and employees embrace wellness as an integral part of the community’s lifestyle. This emphasis on wellness is carried out in innovative programs incorporating eight principals of wellness: intellectual, vocational, social, spiritual, physical, emotional, environment and health services. In every aspect of community living, there is one or more of the eight principals encompassed in order to ensure successful aging. Since 2011 marks East Ridge’s 50th anniversary, special focus has been on initiatives that are forward thinking and related to the community’s future. An example is the community’s 2011 Living Well, Being Well Expo which

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