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Supt. Alberto Carvalho and School Board member Dr. Martin Karp offer ‘a world of opportunities’ How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world. — Anne Frank • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

n overflow crowd of enthusiastic businessleaders and residents recently filled every corner of Mo’s Bagels to hear MiamiDade County School Superintendent Alberto Carvalho and School Board Member Dr. Martin Karp share their vision for ACTIVE, a volunteer program. ACTIVE, Active Citizens Teaching Individuals Valuable Expertise, offers people the opportunity to participate in various programs and projects with students. Two volunteers, former Aventura Commissioner Arthur Berger

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and Ruth Karp, spoke about the tremendous satisfaction they receive for opening the students’ minds to new ideas. “There is tremendous talent and experience in this community,” said Dr. Karp, “and now the District is focusing our efforts on attracting the participation of individuals who have the potential to become some of our most valuable assets.” Supt. Carvalho shared some of the school district’s successes with the audience, including the recognition this year that Miami-Dade County Public Schools had achieved its highest graduation rate in history, and had also been recognized nationally for academic performance on the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) with the Council of Great City Schools’ top financial award as well as a Broad Prize finalist for the fourth time. “Participate actively...share your wisdom and experience with students who are eager to learn...you can improve this world!” said Supt. Carvalho. The meeting was co-sponsored by Stern Bloom Media and Airstron. Maxine Lopez, president of Airstron, a full-service airconditioning supply and service company, noted, “It was our great pleasure to help sponsor this outstanding event and support the efforts of our school system.” Michael Stern, Aventura Commissioner and partner in Stern Bloom Media added, “Stern Bloom Media is always proud to align our name with Superintendent Carvalho and Dr. Karp!” For more information, call Dr. Karp’s office at 305.995.1334 or visit online at martinkarp@dadeschools.net (SEE MORE PHOTOS ON PAGE 6)

Maxine Lopez, Airston; Dr. Martin Karp and Supt. Carvalho, MDCP-S; Bob Dolan, Airston

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Wandering & Pondering The Touch

If we’ve been born in the United States, Only way to find out. I asked her and we take our language in stride, since we she replied, “Dan dolling (at least I am a never had to think what to say, we expect- dolling) is very simple. All my life every ed others to understand us. Yet if you were man has been interested in touching me to listen to someone who wasn’t born here physically, with Alex was different. I didn’t like him at first but at the and spot some of the expressions beginning we talk and were they come up with, you realize able to touch hearts. We felt how beautiful out language can that anyone can start downstairs be when others express and transand then maybe touch upstairs.” late those expressions to our She paused. “Really Dan, Americanese. dolling once you touch the As to prove a point, there is my brain and then the heart, everyfriend Alex who is madly in love, thing else is natural.” or like, or whatever, with a stunDAN PALMER You’ve grown up with English ning and charming Brazilian woman. Her name is Gloria and everything as your language. Could you ever phrase it about her could be every man’s fantasy. that way? “Touch the brain first, touch the heart Add a delightful oozing charm and you starting first upstairs.” I never realized that have Gloria. The only thing about all this was that I our language could be this beautiful. They couldn’t see what Gloria saw in Alex. He is say that French and Spanish are the not what you could call a “Macho Man” or Romance languages. Well move over, please. Gloria has put even a good dresser and doesn’t even speak our language up there with them. Portuguese. So what was the attraction?

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Around Town in Aventura Dr. Jayne Greenberg of Miami-Dade Public Schools recognized by the White House as Anchors Away Founder In a recent White House press release, President Obama said about Dr. Greenberg and a select few others national winners, “These dedicated individuals bring a wealth of experience and talent to their new roles and I am proud to have them serve in this administration. I look forward to working with them in the months and years to come.” Dr. Jayne Greenberg was recognized for developing one of the best physical education programs in the United States as well as creating a sailing program for students with autism, physical and intellectual disabilities that not only taught them how to sail their own little boats, but taught them science, math, physical education and life skills. With her program vision in mind, she visited her friends at the Aventura Marketing Council to help fundraise to purchase just one speciallyadapted access dinghy for the students. Within a matter of months, the Aventura Marketing Council (AMC) created the Anchors Away Foundation, had Aventura Vice Mayor Billy Joel as the Chairman and AMC Chairman Cliff Schulman, Weiss Serota Helfman and AMC President Elaine Adler on the new Anchors Away Foundation

Dr. Jayne Greenberg, Executive Director of Physical Education and Health Literacy for M-DCPS, was recently sworn in by Assistant Secretary of Health, Dr. Howard Koh, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, at the Hubert H. Humphrey Building in Washington, DC. as a Councilmember of the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition. The Executive Branch swearing-in ceremony in was followed by a White House reception hosted by President Obama and the First Lady.

Peter Caspari’s ‘friends’ at Universal Studios

Board of Directors. In February, 2005, seven boats were officially launched at Oleta River State Park, the ‘home base’ for the Anchors Away program. In December 2005, another eight boats were launched; in November, 2006, another 14 boats were launched; in October, 2009, another six boats were launched, and in April, 2011, another two boats were launched, bringing the total to 37 specially-equipped access dinghies that are currently sailing out of Oleta River State Park, Coconut Grove Sailing Club and the Miami Yacht Club. “We are proud to say that 100% of every dollar donated to the Anchors Away Foundation is spent on purchasing the boats, specialized motorized equipment for children who cannot use their arms, beach access wheelchairs and other necessary equipment and repairs for the continuation of this program,” noted Vice Mayor Joel. Dr. Greenberg added, “I was so proud to be at the White House accepting this honor...and I know that the Aventura Marketing Council through its Anchors Away Foundation played an integral role in developing this very special sailing program for students.”

City of North Miami Beach gives Disney star Adam Irigoyen key to the city

Peter Caspari, Florida Outreach Coordinator for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, visits “Desi Arnaz” and “Lucille Ball” at Universal Studios Orlando Yona Lunger, North Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce President; Adam Irigoyen; North Miami Beach Mayor George Vallejo, Councilwomen Marlen Martell and Barbara Kramer

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May the Force be with you

Patricia C. Frank FRANKLY SPEAKING Science has proven that the Universe is full of cosmic energy. Science has also proven that human beings have an electrical field and emit electrical impulses, as well. It is very important that you accept that fact. Once you accept that fact you can connect with your own energy field your own life force and the energy of others. Stretch yourself beyond common assumptions and beliefs. Acknowledging your innate power strengthens and enhances it. Feel it. Believe in it. Encourage and support it in others. It is the beginning of something wonderful. It is the first step to your transformation and empowerment. There are many forces in life. Your own life force is your primary force. It is fundamental to your being. It is an expression of your power and dynamic energy. Other forces like your creative force and your guiding force are part of that original

force. You have the power to influence others and the world at large. What kind of force or energy are you sending out to others? Beyond your own individual emissions, you have the ability to receive the electrical impulses of others. Perhaps, someone is sending you a “Mayday.” Mayday is the internationally recognized distress signal. Given the nature of life, here is no doubt that people around you may be sending out a distress signal. It may be a weak signal or a strong one. Don’t ignore it Respond to it. Remind them that they have the power within them as well. Become their guiding force. Be the star burst of electrical energy that lights their way and changes their ions from negative to positive. Remind yourself daily of what you are made of. Stay aware of your force field. Focus on that vibrant force as you face the challenges in your life. Use all of your creative forces to reach your full potential. May you be a force for good. May you use your force to enable and ennoble others. Patricia Frank is a Licensed Psychotherapist. She can be reached at 305-788-4864, 212-308-0309.

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Supt. Alberto Carvalho and School Board member Dr. Martin Karp offer ‘a world of opportunities’

Arthur Berger, ACTIVE Volunteer Supt. Carvalho shares the good news of awards received by Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

Ruth Karp, ACTIVE Volunteer

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George Atzerodt and the Plot to Kill Lincoln

Bob Diamond HISTORICALLY YOURS Few people realize that John Wilkes Booth’s conspiracy to assassinate Lincoln also included the killing of Vice President Andrew Johnson and Secretary of State William Seward. The time of the three assassinations was to be ten-fifteen on April 14, 1865. Atzerodt, a twenty-nine year old co-conspirator, was instructed by Booth to kill Johnson, who was staying at a local hotel. Atzerodt was to knock on Johnson’s door and shoot him when he responded. Atzerodt was then to disappear with the other co-conspirators into the Deep South. Atzerodt had serious emotional problems. He had consented to the original plot to kidnap the three men but “tried to back out when the plot was later changed to murder.” A few hours before the intended assassinations, Atzerodt started drinking whiskey at a local bar and became totally drunk. Johnson, the only president who never attended school, married young, became a

tailor and was taught to read and write by his wife. Having oratory skills, Johnson entered local politics in Tennessee and worked his way up to the U.S. Senate. With the South seceding, including Tennessee, Johnson remained loyal to the Union and was appointed by Lincoln as military governor of Tennessee. In the presidential election of 1864, Lincoln needed strong political support to keep the Southern Border States from seceding and asked Vice President Hannibal Hamlin, from Maine, to step down and Lincoln then appointed Johnson, who successfully ran with him on the ticket. Johnson was lucky. Too drunk to kill Johnson, Atzerodt backed out of the conspiracy and did not harm anyone. Arrested and charged with the conspiracy to kill Lincoln, Atzerodt, Mary Surratt, Lewis Powell and David Herold were found guilty by a Military Tribunal and all four were hanged by their necks. Four other men passively involved in the conspiracy were given jail terms. The time from the date of the death of Lincoln, to the arrests, trials, appeals and hanging was less than three months. The following year, the Supreme Court ruled that criminal trials of civilians before Military Tribunals were unconstitutional and must be held in Civil Courts.

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Gerstle, Rosen & Goldenberg, P.A.: CPAs you can ‘count on’

BY BARI AURBACH

PROVOCATIVE QUESTIONS FOR PROVOCATIVE PEOPLE long-term relationship with CPAs who are genuinely concerned with their needs. Since 1985, I along with my partners Robert Rosen, Brian Goldenberg and all of our associates, have maintained a reputation for being one of the most proactive accounting practices in South Florida. We provide a wide range of diversified services to condominium and homeowners associations, corporate and individual clients, and nonprofit organizations.

MARK R. GERSTLE, CPA

Q: What accounts for your firm’s ongoing success? MG: At Gerstle, Rosen & Goldenberg, we understand clients want to develop a

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Q: How would you sum up GRG’s expertise? MG: We specialize in areas including accounting, auditing, taxes, forensic, business consulting, governmental, litigation support, other real estate and construction accounting. Our focus areas also include condo/hotel accounting,

condo conversions, accounting for timeshares and cooperatives, real estate/construction accounting and forensic accounting. Law firms, medical practices and small businesses account for even more satisfied clients we’re committed to assisting in every way possible. Q: Do you help condos and HOAs make “calculated” decisions? MG: GRG has 25 years of experience in the Condo/HOA accounting industry. We spend FACE TIME with condo boards and association managers. We start early in the preparation of year-end financial statements (audits, reviews, compilations). We assist with budget consulting, special project consulting (reserves assessments, financing, insurance proceeds) and forensic services. GRG is also

recognized by the state of Florida as an accredited instructor of a variety of courses that are of special interest to property managers and board members. Q: How does GRG work proactively? MG: We stay in touch year round with our client’s activities which helps to avoid year-end tax penalties and delays. We are up on what’s new in technology and the latest news about tax and financial matters. Our communication with our clients is one of GRG’s greatest assets. We’re the CPAs you can count on! For more information about Gerstle, Rosen & Goldenberg, P.A. with offices in Aventura, Boca Raton, Naples, Orlando and Las Vegas, 305-937-0116 or visit grgcpa.com

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Five luxury watch boutiques debut at Aventura Mall Recently ranked the #2 most visited shopping mall in the U.S. by Travel + Leisure, Aventura Mall continues to enhance its already exceptional mix of stores with an array of exciting new retailers. With watch brands taking the lead, the center added three new timepiece boutiques since August and welcomes the opening of two more early this year. Founded in 1850 as a small workshop in the Swiss Jura Mountains, TAG Heuer today is a leader in the luxury watch market. Since its inception, TAG Heuer has demonstrated a passion for accurately measuring even the smallest increment of time. It is the only watchmaker to develop a mechanical automatic chronograph movement that displays 1/10th, 1/100th and 1/1000th of a second, as well as the only brand to capture 1/10,000th of a second. TAG Heuer will open its second US flagship and first Florida store this month on level one near Nordstrom. Breitling, the luxury brand known for producing fashionable and functional “Instruments for Professionals,” debuted its second U.S. store, and first in Florida, at Aventura Mall last November. As the developer and manufacturer of technically-oriented watches, Breitling was originally known for its specialization in chronographs and precision counters used for scientific and

on level one near Center Court. Omega, the prestigious Swiss brand and member of Swatch Group Ltd., the world’s leading watch manufacturer has been synonymous with excellence, innovation and precision for more than 160 years. Faithful to its original pioneering spirit, Omega continues to make technical and watchmaking history with innovation in areas as diverse as sports timing, precision technology, and design – innovations that led to the conquest of ocean depths and space. Omega opened in August 2011 on level one near Center Court. Swiss watch manufacturer Ulysse Nardin has been dedicated to excellence for over 165 years. Among the most reliable ever made, Ulysse Nardin’s marine chronometers are sought by collectors around the world and the brand continues to be in the forefront of watch-making technology. This is Ulysee Nardin’s second stand-alone boutique in the US. The store will open in early 2012 on level two near Center Court. industrial purposes. Breitling is located on level two near Center Court. Montblanc features its collection of iconic writing instruments, watches, fine jewelry and leather accessories. The new 1,485 square foot store prominently highlights Montblanc’s “TimeWriters” –

chronographs in the Nicolas Rieussec and TimeWalker editions. In addition to men’s and ladies timepieces, the new location displays elaborate limited and special edition writing instruments and a selection of jewelry and leather pieces for both men and women. Montblanc opened in August 2011

For more information, call 305-935-1110, visit aventuramall.com, join our Facebook page at facebook.com/AventuraMall or follow us on Twitter @AventuraMall. Aventura Mall is owned and managed by Turnberry Associates.

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Return to Common Sense, Please!

Rev. Wil Keyser RELIGION The lack of common sense is the basis for the majority of personal problems. Filing bankruptcy because of your credit card debt is not the fault of the banks or the credit card companies, it is the fault of the card holder who lacks the common sense to not spend what he does not have money to pay for. Common sense tells us to spend less than our income. Common sense also tells us that our ‘income’ is what has already ‘come in’, not what we hope for or anticipate. Playing the Lotto and gambling in general is aother example of the lack of common sense. Does it really make good common sense to choose a series of numbers and then depend on a ping-pong ball blown through a plastic tube to determine your ‘out-come’? I know, “somebody is going to win” is the rationale. However it is not often a 50/50 chance. At most times the odds of winning are nine digits to one, and not in your favor! Common sense also tells us to study, get education and training in a specific field and go to work rather than depend on a ‘jobs-program’ to provide for your needs; eat a balanced diet rather than overindulge; spend time finding out who and what a person is before becoming involved in a relationship rather than specualting that the other person will just get better with time. Common sense tells us, “it is what it is!” Jesus told his disciples about a young

son who lacked common sense. His father was a man of wealth and had arranged for an inheritance for both of his sons displaying his grasp of common sense. The younger son could not wait to get his share so he let common sense fly out the window. Dad lost his grip on common sense and gave the younger son all that he had coming to him. He immediately left home and went to a distant city to live on the ‘wildside’. He spent all he had and when a famine struck the land he had no money and nothing to eat. He displayed a complete lack of common sense in three areas: (1) Greed led him to get all he could get, and get it now! (2) He went as far away from good discipline and guidance as he could, spending all he had and (3) without any training and skills he hired on to a job which could not pay enough to meet his basic needs. He was at the point of eating the corn husks he was feeding the pigs he was attending. “When he came to his senses”, common sense told him that the men working for his father were much better off than he and here he was starving to death. Common sense was starting to kick in. He considered his options and decided to go back to his father, apologizing and being humble which showed much more common sense than his present status. His father ran out to meet him, welcomed him home and called for a celebration. That made sense! Everyone shared in the festivities except his older brother. He even told his father that there was no reason to celebrate. Now that did not make common sense at all! Perhaps it is time for all of us to Return to Common Sense, Please! Rev. Keyser is Pastoral Director, The Quiet Place 305 931 4823

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Recruiting employees: What’s the challenge? The Atlantic|Pacific Management Perspective Employee recruitment is difficult for businesses of all sizes, especially in today’s business climate. The real estate industry has seen better days; therefore management companies are in a similar predicament. Management companies must recruit the strongest individuals to successfully manage their clients’ assets. Nicole Johnson, HR Director of Atlantic|Pacific Management (A|P) says, “We believe ‘growing bigger, growing better’ involves not only current employees, but future employees and clients alike.” A|P has found successful methods that allow for successful recruitment. Their accomplishments are in large part due to the HR Department established, and in particular, their Hiring & Recruiting Specialist, Jennifer Rosenberg. “Before getting to where we are, we faced challenges,” explains Johnson. “For instance, finding qualified candidates, who know about A|P and the benefits of working for the company.” In short, A|P has found social media vital to connecting with the right candidates. After finding qualified candidates, the challenge becomes selecting the candidate who is the best fit. By having a Hiring &

Recruiting Specialist handle these decisions in-house, they can better match candidates with hiring managers. Involving HR from beginning to end allows A|P to use the strongest resources to find candidates. According to Johnson, “Using information technology to streamline the process makes it simpler for everyone involved.” Transitioning into new condominiums often requires recruiting for several positions. Recently A|P transitioned into a local high-rise condominium with over 350 units. They maximized resources and selected the most qualified candidates to interview with the Board of Directors. The process appears lengthy; however, it is efficient compared to old practices. After weeks of searching, they found three highly qualified manager candidates for final interviews with the Board of Directors. In the end the candidate that best fit their needs to serve their owners was selected. A|P works to recruit the best, which lends itself to their retention rates and overall success.

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Johnson & Wales University North Miami Campus celebrates their new Wildcat Center Left to right: Robert Leyva and Alex DeArnas, Turner Construction; Brain Herbert, President & Principal, Gallo Architects & Development Consultants; Diana Castro - Gallo Architects & Development Consultants; Larry Rice; Loreen Chant; North Miami Mayor Andre Pierre; Councilman Michael Blynn; Councilman Scott Galvin; City Clerk Michael Etienne; Jay Fraser, Turner Construction

On October 16, 2011, Johnson & Wales University celebrated the opening of their new Wildcat Center at the North Miami campus. The 35,000 square foot building is home to the University’s athletic teams, fitness center and student life programs. Students, faculty and staff members gathered for a series of fun-filled events to share their Wildcat pride. The campus community, donned in their white and blue university colors, joined together for pep rallies, flash mobs, and spirit challenges in commemoration of opening day. “We envisioned that this building would be the centerpiece of student life and a hub of campus of activity,” said Loreen Chant, president, Johnson and Wales University, North Miami campus. “Creating a place that is solely for the purpose of enhancing student life was a huge part of our campus plan and we are thrilled that we were able

to achieve this goal for our students.” The opening of the new Wildcat Center began with a tailgate party to kick off the first on-campus home game for the Men’s Basketball Team. With more than 800 people in attendance, the Men’s Basketball Team was victorious in their game against Florida College. Opening weekend was also successful for the Lady Wildcats who defeated the College of the Bahamas. A formal ribbon cutting ceremony was hosted on January 11, 2012 with City of North Miami officials and community leaders on-hand to celebrate the continued growth of the North Miami Campus and the positive impact the campus has had on the surrounding area. The Wildcat Center is open to all visitors. For more information, call 1-800-DIAL-JWU or visit http://northmiami.jwuathletics.com/information/fa cilities/index

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Gain firm physique with ‘Nothing to Lose’ fitness plan BY BARI AUERBACH

There are countless diet plans for weight loss – but for those who don’t have pounds to shed and just want to gain a more firm, toned physique, a “Nothing to Lose” fitness plan combining healthy eating with resistance training can really help tighten anything too wiggly or jiggly! There are many people who appear thin, but still carry around a high percentage of body fat around the waist, hips, and thighs. They have very little muscle, and a body mass comprised mostly of fat. Two main reasons why you can become “skinny fat” include dieting without exercising; not eating enough calories; and doing too much cardio and not enough – if any - weight training. A “Nothing to Lose” fitness plan starts with filling up your grocery cart with lean proteins (chicken or turkey breast, egg whites, Greek yogurt); low-glycemic carbs (whole grains, oatmeal, brown rice, sweet potatoes); fruits, vegetables and healthy fats (wild salmon, flaxseed, avocados, nut butters) – then prepare to eat frequently! If you eat too few calories while dieting, and you aren’t working out, your body will start to lose muscle but hold onto fat. If you don’t consume enough calories, the body’s starvation mechanisms kick in, and starts to shed muscle while holding on to fat reserves for energy. Many people think the secret to a great body is eating less—but actually eating more frequently (five or six healthy meals and snacks every three to four hours) can keep your metabolism revving, increase energy, keep insulin levels constant and support the quest to get your best body at any age. Following a “Nothing to Lose” fitness plan also means gaining more knowledge about common cardio vs. weight training misconceptions. Many people often step up cardiovascular exercises to stay in shape – but for firming and toning, weight training is the only way to get arms you’ll want to bare; gravity defying glutes; and thighs that

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won’t make you want to close your eyes in dressing rooms! Many women are hesitant to start weight training programs because they’re afraid of becoming too bulky - but according to The American College of Sports Medicine, women generally have too much estrogen in their bodies to build large muscles. Efficient resistance training exercises for targeting common trouble spots include oblique crunches to tighten abdominals; walking lunges and squats to tone legs and glutes; and cable rope pressdowns or dumbbell kickbacks to firm up triceps. Body weight exercises including lunges, squats and pushups can also be performed at home with no fitness equipment or gym memberships required. Here’s another reason why to make a “firm” decision to start weight training: An average adult who lifts weights can gain almost two pounds of muscle and lose about four pounds of fat within two months. For example, let’s take two women who weigh the same, but one has a higher percentage of body fat. Female # 1 – 120 pounds, 30% body fat; Female # 2 – 120 pounds, 15% body fat – why? Because Female #2 is eating right, plus she cut back on cardio and started doing more weight training. So if gaining a firmer physique is your goal, try the “Nothing to Lose” fitness plan – proven to “turn flab into fab!”

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Attention to prevention key for property maintenance KW PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & CONSULTING: ‘A professional and independent approach to management’ BY BARI AUERBACH For properties to “keep going & going & going” strong, it takes energized teams of highly qualified chief engineers and an efficient maintenance staff. But according to KW PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & CONSULTING, p reventative maintenance is primarily how cost efficiency is being maximized at properties of all types managed by the firm throughout Florida. KW PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & CONSULTING Senior District Manager Bruce Masia explains, “Our chief engineers and maintenance associates conduct regularly scheduled property walkthroughs and inspections, Preventative maintenance can effectively reduce future capital expenditures consistent with Board of Directors’ approved budgets. Optimal cost efficiency can also be achieved when repairs can be made by on-site personnel as opposed to outside vendors.” Masia oversees a continuing education program for KW PROPERTY MANAGEMENT chief engineers who routinely gather to discuss industry innovations and critical issues such as fire safety. “We also emphasize the benefits of familiarizing board members with their building’s infrastructure in order to facilitate more informed maintenance-oriented decisions,” he said. KW PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & CONSULTING

along with Kane & Co. CPA; Wells Fargo Insurance Services; and Becker & Poliakoff, legal and business strategists, recently presented an “Industry Trends” program in Aventura, where the firm is enhancing quality of life at communities including Turnberry Village, Williams Island and Plaza Del Prado. Board members in attendance learned more about the importance of preventative maintenance as well as other KW PROPERTY MANAGEMENT focus areas including financials/accounting, customer service and hospitality. “The program really got everyone thinking: Are we making the right investments and using budgeted funds wisely?” Masia said. “In today’s economy, it’s especially important to know how to extend the life of equipment to avoid very high replacement costs. Of c ours e , a ll re s ide nts e s pe c ia lly appreciate that ‘attention to prevention’ can also help prevent accidents and the need for special assessments.”

Founded in 2004 by Paul Kaplan and Robert White, KW PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & CONSULTING is one of today’s most respected statewide professional management companies with more than 550 employees and 40,000 unit owners. For information or to arrange a preventative maintenance presentation, call Bill Mathisen at 786-218-5236 or visit kwpropertymanagement.com

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CITY O F AVENTURA 2012 Aventura ‘GO GREEN’ Awards Program The City of Aventura and the Community Advisory Board proudly announces the 2012 GO GREEN Awards Recognition Program for all Aventura residential and commercial properties. Applications are available online at cityofaventura.com or by calling the Community Services Department at 305-466-8930. Categories for award consideration include recycling initiatives, HVAC upgrades, roof window treatments; use of native or Xeriscape plant materials, water

conservation or reclamation measures, use of “Green Seal” or other environmentally friendly products, environmental awareness/ education, use of solar/wind sources for power generation and fuel alternatives/energy conservation practices. The GO GREEN Recognition Awards winners will be announced at the City’s GO GREEN Symposium, which will be held on March 29, 7 p.m. at the Aventura Government Center. The Symposium will include informative presentations, displays, and exhibits demonstrating successful sustainable, renewable projects.

For more information, call 305-466-8930 or visit online at cityofaventura.com.

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Mercedes offers coupe in C-Class, redesigns sedan Ron Beasley AUTOMOTIVE EDITOR

LET’S TALK CARS They told me I was the first auto writer in the southeastern United States to drive the new 2012 Mercedes C-Class Coupe 63 AMG. I can only say that it was a privilege and I am thankful that I got through the week without having to sign some paperwork for traveling a bit too fast. The new two-door coupe marks the first time Mercedes-Benz has offered a traditional coupe in the C-Class segment. It complements the popular four-door C-Class sedan, which has received a major restyling for 2012 that involved 2,000 new parts, including new bumpers, headlights, front grille, an aluminum hood, LED taillights, a redesigned interior, a new 5.8-inch display screen and new-generation telematics. All told, there are 13 new standard equipment features on the 2012 C-Class sedan and coupe, as well as five new safety systems: Attention Assist — warns you if get drowsy while driving.

HOLD — feature on the Adaptive Brake system lets you take your foot off the brake pedal when the car is stopped, at a red light for example. Blind Spot Assist — provides a warning whenever a turn signal is activated with a car in a blind spot. Lane Keeping Assist — alerts drivers if the car drifts from its lane without the turn signals on. m — PARKTRONIC Guidance System tells you if the car will fit in the parking space you’re aiming for. Both the C-Class coupe and sedan are available in three different versions: C250 — powered by a new direct-injection, turbocharged 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine (201 hp, 229 pounds-feet of torque). C350 Sport — has a new direct-injection 3.5-liter V-6 (302 hp, 273 pounds-feet). C63 AMG — with a normally aspirated 6.3-liter V-8 (451 hp, 443 pounds-feet) and AMG’s MCT multi-clutch transmission. With an optional AMG Development Package, the C63 AMG climbs to 481 hp. In addition, the C-Class sedan is available as a C300, with standard 4MATIC allwheel drive and the 3.0-liter V-6 engine (228 hp, 221 pounds-feet). The C250 and C300 sedans are available in a choice of Luxury or Sport trim. Sport models feature

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staggered-width, five-spoke 17-inch wheels; sport shocks; springs and stabilizer bars that provide a crisper ride and more than a half-inch lower ride height, and standard AMG styling, including deeper front and rear aprons as well as sculpted rocker panels. All 2012 C-Class models (except the C63 AMG with its high-performance MCT transmission) come with a new seven-speed automatic transmission with a more advanced torque converter lock-up clutch

that provides even better gas mileage, more responsive driving, quieter operation and increased durability. Pricing on the Mercedes C-Class ranges from $36,675 for the C250 Sport Sedan to $62,305 for the C63 AMG Coupe.

Ron Beasley is the automotive editor for Miami’s Community Newspapers. He may be contacted by calling 305-662-2277, ext. 261, or by addressing email correspondence to <LetsTalkCars@aol.com>.

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Porto Vita’s Shirlee Levin to be recognized Barry and Patricia Goldstein, Chairs of Porto Vita Friends of American Friends of Magen David Adom, Israel’s 911, are proud to announce that Shirlee Levin will be recognized for her tireless and unselfish work to better the world on Tuesday, Feb. 7 at 6:30 p.m. at the Villa Grande Club at Porto Vita, 20105 NE 38th Court in Aventura. She does it not for the recognition, but for the Jewish commandment of Tikkun Olam – healing the world. She embodies and personifies the true spirit of giving. Her ambulance, which will be on display and dedicated before cocktails in memory of her son and husband, will save lives, the greatest mitzvah of all. “Now is the time we must come together to support MDA in every way – in our words, in our actions, in our contributions, and in our hearts,” said Chairman Barry Goldstein. All proceeds will help support the vital lifesaving services of Magen David Adom (MDA), Israel’s only governmentmandated ambulance and emergency medical responders, providing medical, disaster, ambulance and blood services. For more information, contact Ira Mogitz at the AFMDA office at 954-457-9766.

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MSMC announces Wayne E. Chaplin as New Board Chairman Hospital welcomes new board of Trustees appointments and members for 2012 BY JOANNA PALMER

Wayne E. Chaplin, president and COO of Southern Wine and Spirits of America, is the new chairman of the Mount Sinai Medical Center Board of Trustees. Chaplin previously served as the past vice chair of the Executive Committee at Mount Sinai. A native of Brooklyn, New York, Chaplin graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Miami with a bachelor’s degree in business administration and went on to earn a law degree from the University of Miami School of Law. He joined Southern Wine and Spirits in 1984 and was appointed to his Wayne E. Chaplin current position as president and COO in 1994. It is because of Chaplin’s business prowess that the company maintains one of the industry’s most innovative and efficient operations. His business philosophy has resulted in Southern Wine & Spirits becoming the largest wine and spirits distributor in the United States with operations in 35 markets. Chaplin is also a major driving force behind the annual South Beach Food & Wine Festival. Now entering its 11th year, the festival features a star-studded list of supporters from culinary heavy hitters to celebrities and gourmands the world over. In addition to his business accomplishments, Chaplin is very active in philanthropic, civic and humanitarian efforts. He serves on other not-for-profit boards throughout the community that promote health and education. He also oversees his company’s ongoing support of a wide array of national, state and local charitable causes ranging from education and humanitarian relief activities to numerous corporate social initiatives. “Since our founding in 1968, we’ve taken a progressive, active and constructive role in community, state and national affairs. These are fundamental values of the company. At Southern, we want to ‘give back’, and we strive everyday to be responsible members of the communities in which

we live,” said Wayne Chaplin. Chaplin’s appointment is among several the medical center announced as part of its new board leadership. Mark H. Hildebrandt, president of Mark H. Hildebrandt, P.A., is the new vice chairman of the Board of Trustees. Hildebrandt is the immediate past president of the Mount Sinai Foundation, a past chair of the Young Presidents Club of Mount Sinai, a member of the hospital’s Trustee Service Committee, and Finance Committee. Bonnie Schaefer, former co-CEO and co-chair of the board of Claire’s Stores, Inc., is the new president of the Mount Sinai Medical Center Foundation. Schaefer has been actively involved with Mount Sinai in a variety of roles. She will continue to serve as a member of the hospitals’ Executive Board of Trustees. Mount Sinai Medical Center 2012 Executive Board of Trustees - New Members Mount Sinai also welcomed two new members to its Executive Board of Trustees – Benny Klepach and S. Howard Wittels, M.D. Klepach is the CEO and chair of Duty Free Air Supply, which has over 600 fulltime employees operating on five continents and is the world’s largest in-flight duty free specialty retailer. Dr. Wittels is the chair for the Department of Anesthesia at Mount Sinai. He has been a member of the Mount Sinai Board of Trustees since 2001. In addition, Dr. Wittels is chairman of the Department of Anesthesia at the Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine. He also has received multiple clinical research grants, and he is a published author in various medical journals. About Mount Sinai Medical Center Founded in 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center is the largest independent, private, not-for-profit teaching hospital in South Florida. Mount Sinai’s Centers of Excellence combine technology, research and academics to provide innovative and comprehensive care in Cardiology, Urology, Neurology, Oncology and Orthopaedics. One of a select few statutory teaching hospitals in the state, Mount Sinai is the hospital of choice for those who seek the level of expertise and care that only a teaching hospital can offer. The medical center’s commitment to quality has garnered prestigious recognition, including designation for five consecutive years as one of America’s Top Hospitals by U.S.News & World Report.

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New parents and pooches — resisting the urge to re-home your dog BY CAROL CARIDAD President, Paws4You Rescue

Transitioning into parenthood is one of the hardest times in people’s lives, and although there’s nothing like being a new parent, it’s often a time of conflicting feelings and emotions. In dog rescue, we often see dogs who are surrendered because an expecting family felt they needed to re-home their dog. At Paws 4 You Rescue, we feel it’s unnecessary to rehome your dog, especially a friendly dog, just because you’re expecting. There are so many fantastic resources these days for expecting families, including Dogs & Storks, a national program that helps families with dogs nurture safe, happy relationships among all family members, human and canine. We discourage parents from making the premature decision to re-home their friendly dog just because baby is on the way, and even after the baby arrives the decision to re-home could be one your family hugely regrets. We asked Paws 4 You Rescue volunteer and certified professional dog trainer Dee

Hoult, one of only six licensed Dogs & Storks presenters in Florida, to share with us the top three reasons why parents with new babies at home consider re-homing their dog: New parents feel their dogs would be “better off” in a new home. Just like the changes you’re experiencing during your newfound parenthood are stressful, imagine how your dog would feel if suddenly his whole world was turned upside down by losing the one he loves most – you. It’s extremely important that you have a support system of family and friends in place who can offer you guidance when you doubt your capabilities as dog owner. You are capable, even if you don’t feel like you are. Postpartum depression often triggers the impulsive decision to re-home. Some women experience depression at many levels which weighs heavily in the decision to re-home the family dog. Sometimes it’s not even the mother that is pushing for a dog’s re-homing. It could be a spouse or in-law who feels that the dog would be “happier” elsewhere and that by removing the family dog the mother’s stress will decrease. This simply isn’t true. Why? Because dogs are so forgiving. That is what is so beautiful about them. The overwhelming feelings you may be experiencing will pass. Knowing in advance that the impulsive re-homing phase

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