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March 16 - 22, 2011
Barker Animation, Fine Art and Sculptures hosts ‘animated’ networking event BY BARI AUERBACH
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rom Disney, Warner Brothers and Hanna-Barbera - to MGM, Universal and 20th Century Fox, star-studded names were all there when Barker Animation Fine Art and Sculptures hosted a networking reception for Aventura Marketing Council members at the famous animation and entertainment art gallery now open at The Village of Gulfstream Park.
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ABOVE: Back row (l-r) Johanna Monserratte, Monique Diaz, Gloria and Herb Barker, Elaine Pearlberg, Jody Lahn; Front row (l-r) Eric Gonzalez, Carey Marchand, Oliver Guido ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– RIGHT: Jody Lahn explains the technique of the artwork to Ellen Windheim, EWM Realtors and daughter Jordana Zackon-Windheim –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– LEFT: Crowds gather in front of Barker Animation Art Gallery
(PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOHANNA MONSERRATTE)
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March 16 - 22, 2011
Around Town in Aventura Pastor John Hagee, Argentina’s Juan Martin del Potro wins Delray Beach Int’l. Tennis Championships Cornerstone Church Ministry, speaks to Charity Pro Am won by Scott Allen
Friends of the Israel Defense Forces Aventura Commissioner Billy Joel and his wife, Sandra, were among an audience of over 1,200 people who attended the Friends of the Israel Defense Forces dinner at the Westin Diplomat Hotel featuring Evangelist Pastor John Hagee. “Pastor Hagee has a long history of supporting Israel, “ noted Comm. Joel, “and he spoke passionately about the situation in the Middle East and why we need to stand with Israel. He was, without a doubt, the most motivating and inspiring speaker Sandra and I have heard in many years.” Pastor Hagee is an American founder and senior pastor of Cornerstone Church in San Antonio, Texas, a non-denominational, charismatic church with over 19,000 active members. He is also President and CEO of John Hagee Ministries, which telecasts his national radio and television ministry carried in the U. S. on 160 TV stations, 50 radio stations and eight networks. His most recent
Row 1(l-r) PRO Alexander Peya, AM Mike Aranson, PRO Stephen Huss, AM Charlie Fox, AM Jeanette Rubin; Row 2: PRO Michael Kohlmann, AM Dennis Collins, PRO Jonathan Erlich, PRO Christoper Kas, AM Jon Jefferson, PRO Andy Ram, AM Scott Allen; Pros not pictured (Todd Martin and Dustin Brown)
Aventura Comm. Billy Joel (right) and wife Sandra with Pastor John Hagee
–––––––––––––––––––––– book, “In Defense of Israel,” guides readers through the scriptures that explain why Christians need to support Israel and the Jews today, a tenet that has been guiding his life for the past 30 years.
ZING goes the ribbon! 2011 Champion Juan Martin Del Potro –––––––––––––––––––––––––––
ATP World Tour Player Dustin Brown, Mike Aronson (Pro Am Finalist), Ivan Baron, Scott Allen, ATP Champions Tour Player Todd Martin –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
“Delpo,” the affectionate nickname for tennis superstar Juan Martin del Potro, dominated the Delray Beach International Tennis Championships held February 18 through 27, winning the title by defeating Janko Tipsarevic in the singles final before a crowd of almost 4,700 fans. Delpo didn’t falter throughout the weeklong tournament, in spite of right wrist surgery, winning every set of the tournament by varying his incredibly strong forehand with flat drives and short angles. With this win, he rose to #85 in the world, three weeks after he was #484, earning 250 ranking points, $76,500 and a Porsche Carrera 911 for winning this tournament. Ivan Baron, Tournament Chairman, said, “This year’s Championships set an attendance record with almost 64,000 fans over the 10-day tournament. And we’re expecting an even larger crowd for next year’s event, the world’s only combined
10-day ATP Champions Tour and ATP World Tour Event, to be held Feb. 24 – March 4, 2012.” Community and charity were a strong component, as always, in this year’s event, featuring a Pro-Am tournament that benefited the Pathfinders Scholarship Fund & Tico Torres Children’s Foundation. Fort Lauderdale CBRE real estate broker Scott Allen won the Pro-Am, after fighting through an elbow injury and sleepless nights with the birth of his first child, Jake Peter Allen. Allen’s wife Allison, onemonth old baby Jake, mother Jane Nader and mother-in-law Elaine Adler were there to cheer him on. Dennis Collins, executive with Lincoln Financial Media radio stations, also participated in the Pro-Am. For more information about the Delray Beach International Tennis Championships, visit YellowTennisBall.com or call (561) 330-6000
Zing Quality Closeouts in North Miami Beach recently hosted officials from the City of North Miami Beach for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to announce their new store at 2250 NE 163rd Street. Following an Aventura Marketing Council SpeedBiz meeting, city officials cut the ribbon and extended best wishes to partners Michael Arden and Scott Weber.
March 16 - 22, 2011
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Wandering & Pondering The Newcomers
milk shakes?) I thought a moment and asked, “Where would you like to live, Maurice?” he answered, “I thought that A friend wondered if I could help two you could help me find some area where, relatives who were relocating to our area. with all my experience up North in indusTheir names Morris and Sarah who had try and politics, many of you locals would sold their little candy store in their area. be thrilled to meet me. Look at all the They had worked at it for 30 years and advice I could give them to enhance their even lived in an apartment above daily lives.” the store; they had sold it all and Didn’t take me too much time were retiring to this area. to give him a dozen condos in A few weeks later I got a call: Dade and Broward that were “Dan, our cousin suggested that loaded with so many advisors we call you,” “Is this Morris and like him. Sadie from the Bronx who just He was busily writing this sold the candy store?” A slight down, “Excuse me but there’s a silence, “Our names are Maurice slight problem you might help me DAN PALMER and Samantha and we just sold our with. None of the local banks will large confectionary business and lived in cash my checks since they are out of town Bronxville not the Bronx” checks.” He asked if I could get my bank to I suddenly realized that our newcomers cash the check for him and he would give had fallen into the “going to Miami”syn- me a covering check. However could I hold drome. Just amazing how a candy store that the check for a few weeks since his money specialized in milk shakes could become a was “in transition.” large factory in the time it took to get on a I called my friend and asked him what plane to get here. He even mentioned that terrible thing had I done to him in the past politicians dropped by for his services and to bring “Maurice and Samantha” into my even advice all due to his factory (making life?
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Elite BEAT
Turning houses into homes with Stuart Geller of Geller Design Group
BY LYNN CARROLL
LC: Now that the housing market is p i c k i n g u p a g a i n , i s i n t e r i o r design in g re a t e r d e m a n d ? SG: I see several trends at this time. Some people are trading up to larger spaces. I’m being commissioned for some newer construction, too, because that is starting to move. In some cases, people bought apartments three years, but only now have the confidence in the economy to start moving forward. But there are still a lot of renovations taking place due to the fact that many people are choosing not to move.
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L C : W h a t k i n d o f r e n o v a t i o n s a r e peo ple looking for? SG: It’s all about wanting their homes to function. They’ve realized as they’ve cut back on dining out that their kitchens are outdated, and they want to update their appliances and gadgets. There’s a lot of focus on personal spaces; both men and women are very interested in home offices and computer spaces.
PROVOCATIVE QUESTIONS FOR PROVOCATIVE PEOPLE Technology upgrades in general are popular. Technology has made such great strides over the last 10-15 years that televisions and entertainment systems are very outdated. We’ve joined forces with a company that revamps entertainment and electrical systems. And as people age, comfort is becoming paramount. Seating that was comfortable 10 years ago may not be appropriate now. Clients are becoming more responsible about looking ahead to the future and planning for their old age. They have decided that they would prefer to make their homes more livable during that time rather than going to a nursing home. That means adding grab bars in the bathroom and widening doors to accommodate a wheelchair. L C : This sounds like work for p r i m a ry r esidences rather t h a n s e c o n d a ry or vacation homes. SG: Well, a lot of people are giving up that double-home lifestyle, and their secondary home has become primary. I think the climate change that has affected the
Ocean Prime hosts launch campaign for Bnai Zion Foundation’s Allies for Ahava BY LYNN CARROLL
The Allies for Ahava group of the Southeast Region of Bnai Zion recently launched a fundraising campaign with a networking event at Ocean Prime Restaurant in Aventura Mall. The campaign’s mission is to fund construction of therapy facilities at Ahava Village for Children and Youth in Kiryat Bialik, Israel. The goal for this event was to bring our group together, create awareness for the Allies for Ahava and give everyone an opportunity to learn more about the Ahava Village, says Eileen Glastein, director of the Southeast Region for the Bnai Zion Foundation. “Many young professionals from all areas of business came out to celebrate with us,” she says. “The ambience at Ocean Prime put everyone in the mood for socializing. Everyone had fun getting to know one another, and we expanded the number of delegates involved in this project. So the evening was an enormous success.” Featured speaker for the gathering was Chen Tal. “Mr. Tal is one of our local Israeli businessmen who is quite familiar with Ahava Village,” Glastein says. “In fact, Chen donated several horses for the children there to take care of and ride. He was a very interesting speaker.” Ahava Village is designed to help children over-
March 16 - 22, 2011
Board of Governors for “Allies for Ahava” of Bnai Zion Foundation (l-r) Stephanie Schmulian, Mike Schmerling, Alessandra Stivelman, Lee Feldman and Kim Cohen
come the stresses of severely dysfunctional backgrounds by offering apartment-style residences and a variety of activities and therapies. Glastein says the overall goal of Allies for Ahava is to enrich the lives of the children there. “We simply want those children to succeed despite the many challenges life has thrown them,” she says. Glastein says each Allies for Ahava delegate will sponsor events to achieve fundraising goals. “This campaign is a blessing for the children and an opportunity of a lifetime for the delegates,” she says. Information on Allies for Ahava can be found at www.bnaizion.org/allies or Allies for Ahava on Facebook.
Northeast has made more people choose to make their primary home in South Florida. L C : H o w h a v e t h e s e t re n d s a f f e c t e d y o u r business? SG: All these things are making the design process more meaningful to me. It’s about getting back to basics and making a difference rather than just designing a stunning home. I’m currently redoing an apartment I first did many years ago that was recently sold in an estate sale. It’s kind of a wonderful thing for me to take a look at Vintage Geller and see that the original furnishings lasted for the lifetime of the original owners, and now just need some refurbishing. It goes back to my old motto – where the logic of design is concerned, what’s cheap is expensive and what’s expensive is cheap.
Geller Design Group is located at 900 N. Federal Highway, Suite 205, Hallandale Beach. For more information, call 305-9370111(Dade) or 954-457-3692 (Broward) or visit stuartgeller.com
Mount Sinai Medical Center welcomes Janice Santos, M.D. Mount Sinai Medical Center welcomes Dr. Janice Santos as its newest Assistant Professor of Urology at Columbia University’s Division of Urology at Mount Sinai Medical Center. Mount Sinai’s partnership with New York’s Columbia University Division of Urology is a unique, Ivy-League collaboration offering expert medical care and life-saving clinical cancer research for South Florida patients. Dr. Santos is one of South Florida’s select few women urologists who also specialize in female urology. In her role at Mount Sinai, Dr. Santos will provide her special expertise in the medical and surgical treatment of the various urologic cancers that affect both men and women, male and female incontinence, vaginal prolapse, voiding dysfunction, urodynamics, neurogenic voiding dysfunction and surgical outcomes. A native of Puerto Rico, Dr. Santos received her undergraduate and medical degree from The University of Puerto Rico. She completed her urology residency training at Albert Einstein School of Medicine at Montefiore Medical Center in New York. Dr. Santos arrived to Mount Sinai Miami Beach after completing further urological training at New York-Presbyterian Hospital / Columbia University Medical Center. She is a member of various professional organizations including the American Urological Association, American Medical Association, Society of Women in Urology and Society of Urologic Oncology to name a few. For information or to contact Dr. Janice Santos, call 305-674-2273 or visit msmc.com
March 16 - 22, 2011
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A Compatibility Test
Patricia C. Frank FRANKLY SPEAKING Compatibility is an important ingredient in every relationship. It is a measure of how well- matched and how well-suited you are to each other. It stands to reason that the more similar your views , thoughts and feelings are, the happier you will be together. Here is a test, a hypothetical situation for couples to think about. Your response is one small indication of your compatibility. You are leaving a parking lot. There is a rather large truck blocking the exit closest to you. There is not much room for the truck to move. You have plenty of room to back up and go out one of the other exits. What do you do? Do you blow your horn repeatedly for the truck to move? Do you lean on the horn? Do you start to get angry and begin to shout or even curse? Do you get so impatient and frustrated that you get
out of the car and go over and confront the driver? If you do get out of your car and go over, do you ask the driver politely to move a little or do you start yelling negative, disparaging things? Do you back up and go out the other exit? How you answer this question and others like it will give you some insight into the compatibility of your relationship, your philosophy of life and your value system and the value system of your partner. It is not important which behavior is better or more correct. It is important whether or not you both agree on the course of action. If the couple does not see eye to eye on how to handle a certain situation it will cause disagreements and hard feelings and be discordant. If couples are incompatible they are unsuited to each other and they are unable to live together in tranquility and joy. Relationships thrive when they are harmonious. They blossom when couples are in agreement about the important things in life. Patricia Frank is a Licensed Psychotherapist. She can be reached at 305-788-4864, 212-308-0309.
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Aventura Hospital names Dr. Stuart Bernstein, Physician of the Quarter
Dr. Stuart Bernstein (center) gathers with Aventura Hospital administrative staff. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Aventura Hospital recently named Dr. Stuart J. Bernstein as its “Physician of the Quarter” for the fourth quarter of 2010. Dr. Bernstein is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Pulmonology. He has been an active member of the medical staff of the hospital since 1986. Dr. Bernstein attended medical school at Suny Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine in Brooklyn, New York and completed his Residency at Brookdale Hospital Medical Center also in Brooklyn, New York. One patient is quoted as saying, “Dr. Stuart Bernstein is a 100% professional… He is always available for patients and family members and he always receives calls, returns calls and is in constant communication with nurses and secretaries.” Another says, “Dr. Bernstein is easily approachable and fabulous with his patients, he answers all questions whether
Aventura Hospital Chief of Staff Dr. Charles Shenker and CEO Heather Rohan present Physician of the Quarter honor to Dr. Bernstein. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
from staff or family and is up on all the latest and greatest medicines and treatments.” For more information, visit AventuraHospital.com
March 16 - 21, 2011
Acqualina Resort & Spa invites guests to experience ESPA Wellness Weekend On Saturday, March 19th and Sunday, March 20th Aqualina Resort and Spa together with Body by Yoga will host the “ESPA Wellness Weekend”, two days of Power, Restoration and Cleansing. Guests will have a full itinerary of wellness options designed to build body strength and discover personal power with uniquely designed yoga sessions and spa treatments. During this special Wellness Weekend, guests will challenge their bodies with Body by Yoga Power, a class that combines a Vinayasa sequence with high intensity movement and music. This Power Yoga class is perfect for anyone seeking a challenging workout, cross training for strength and endurance or coming to Yoga for the first time to develop flexibility. On Sunday, guests will heal with Body by Yoga Restorative and learn to use the ancient Yoga practice for health and healing. This class provides students with an understanding of their body mechanics combined with self-exploration looking inward directly at the pain to release it. This balanced routine will also feature Raw Food Workshops and signature ESPA Tension Relief and Body Wrap Treatments. The days begin with the yoga
sessions at 10 a.m. and end at 3 p.m. where guests can stay the remainder of the day and enjoy ESPA’s crystal steam rooms, Finnish saunas, ice fountains, experiential showers, relaxation lounges, private spa pool and heated jet pool with a Roman waterfall. ESPA truly is a destination spa experience like none other perfectly suited to offer the best in luxurious pampering, wellness education and relaxation. Holistic, meditative, and restorative treatments based on Ayurvedic principles are the basis of at Acqualina. Extend your knowledge of health and yoga practices at ESPA Wellness Weekend ($350 per person, per day or $600 per person for full weekend program. Includes complimentary valet parking and gratuity. To inquire about treatments and book reservations please contact 855-356-8994). This program is limited to ten guests per day and is subject to availability.
The Wizard of PersOZ & Pour’em for Purim with Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center Purim is one of the most playful Jewish holidays, known for distinctively shaped cookies (hamantashen), noisy groggers and eccentric costumes. With this in mind, ATJC, under the leadership of Chairman of the Board William Landa, President Laurence Herrup, Rabbi Jonathan Berkun, Cantor David Muchnick, and Executive Vice President, Dr. Amir Baron, will host the annual Purim Shpiel on Sunday, March 20th at 4 p.m. Families and children of all ages are invited to attend in costume. The Purim Shpiel is a musical based on the plot of a Broadway play, but has a Purim-themed storyline. It will be performed by talented ATJC members and religious school students. Cantor David Muchnick, director of ATJC’s Religious School and Purim Shpiel, recalls last year’s performance as “a huge success. It was based on Mama Mia, which was aptly renamed Megillah
Mia. Everyone had a great time, and we ATJC is also hosting Pour’em for were able to tell the story of Purim in a Purim Party, sponsored in part by The fun and original way.” Opium Group, on Saturday, March 19th This year’s Shpiel, The Wizard of at 10 p.m. at SET Nightclub (320 PersOz was written by Rabbi Richard Lincoln Road, Miami Beach). The Agler and Cantor Stephanie Shore from evening will include fantastic music Congregation B’nai Israel in Boca Raton. and dancing and the opportunity to It is based on a combination of The meet new friends and toast to the fesWizard of Oz, Wicked and The Wiz and tive holiday. The $20 cover includes tells the story of Dorthesther, a Jewish girl open bar from 10 p.m. to 11 p.m. This who does not want to study for her bat will be ATJC’s Young Professional’s mitzvah. She unexpectedly winds up in third Purim party, but its first in Miami PersOz and proceeds on a journey to visit Beach. ATJC’s most recent Young the Wizard of PersOz, King Ahashverosh, Professionals event, Latke Vodka, was and rediscovers her appreciation of a fantastic Hanukkah celebration that Judaism. After the performance there will welcomed over 150 guests. be a traditional Megillah reading, 5:15 For more information or to RSVP for Scene from ATJC’s 2010 Purim Shpiel entitled “Megillah Mia” –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 6:15 p.m. followed by hamantashen and any of the Purim festivities, contact refreshments. In addition to the Shpiel, the March 19th at 8 p.m. and Sunday, March 20th ATJC at 305-937-1880 or rsvp@atjc.org, or Megillah of Esther will be read Saturday, at 8:30 a.m. visit atjc.org
March 16 - 22, 2011
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Obama tells Gadafi to go
Bob Diamond HISTORICALLY YOURS President Barack Obama recently called for Libyan dictator Moammar Gadhafi to step down and leave because of his use of military force against the peaceful protesters. Obama said his doctrine was “no violence against citizens” and “we stand for freedom and democracy.” Let us look at our history. In the Spring and Summer of 1932, some 17,0000 World War I veterans and their families, descended on Washington to lobby for immediate payment of the bonus money (certificates) awarded them by Congress in 1924 although not due until 1945. Many of the veterans had been out of work since the beginning of the Great Depression and needed the bonus money for family survival. The Bonus Army or Bonus Marchers, as they came to be called, pitched camp (shacks) called Hooverville near the capital. According to historian William A. DeGregorio, “When Congress voted against payment of the bonus money
to the veterans, some demonstrators drifted away, but thousands remained in peaceful protest, “a squalid reminder of the Depression and its effect on those who had risked their lives for their country.” On July 28, the U.S. Attorney General ordered the police to remove the Bonus Army from their camp. Washington police met with resistance from several veterans, shots were fired and two veterans died. President Hoover immediately ordered the army to evict the Bonus Army from Washington. General Douglas MacArthur, aided by Major Dwight Eisenhower and Major George Patton, lead four cavalry troops with drawn sabers, an infantry column with fixed bayonets and tear gas bombs, and six tanks against the ragged band of veterans and their families.” Casualties among the Bonus Marchers included four killed, including an infant, Bernard Myers, who died from tear gas inhalation and 1,017 injured, including a small boy who was bayoneted in the leg. In short order, the Bonus Army with their wives and children were driven out by military force, their shelters and belongings burned. Hoover’s use of armed military force “to defeat the Bonus Army drew widespread criticism and reinforced the image of a heartless president insensitive to the suffering of the Depression’s victims.”
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March 16 - 22, 2011
Barker Animation, Fine Art and Sculptures hosts ‘animated’ networking event Continued from page 1 –––––––––––––––––––– The gallery opened last November with a gala ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by owners Herb and Gloria Barker, who graciously donated 300 Yankee Pinstripe Number 5 pins to the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. Over the past several years, the Barkers have bestowed over $1.3 million in art to hospitals in keeping with their commitment to “healing through art” – a concept they will be extending to seniors in cooperation with Aventura Hospital and Medical Center. While partaking of fabulous food catered by the neighboring BRIO Tuscan Grille, AMC members greeted by gallery director Carey Marchand were impressed to learn the Barkers founded the largest animation and entertainment art gallery in the world in Cheshire, Connecticut – and Herb Barker was chosen by Animation Art Magazine as “One of the top ten most influential people in animation in America.” The Barkers also own and operate a Fine Art & Sculpture Division; Barker Specialty for promotional products and premium merchandise; The Barker Character, Comic and Cartoon Museum in Connecticut, exhibiting over 80,000 items; Comic Strip Art Publishers Co.; and Barker Publishing Co., the world’s largest publisher of advertising and entertainment art. Fans of Mickey and Minnie especially enjoyed a special Barker exhibit featuring the artwork of celebrated artist Mike Kupka; and looked forward to meeting Disney fine artist Tim Rogerson who painted live at Barker March 4-6 to showcase his new collection of originals, limited editions and personal commissions. Appreciating the beauty and wonder of animation art, a collage of colleagues from diverse businesses noted all applicable artwork comes with a studio certificate of authenticity directly from production studios. Barker is an authorized and preferred gallery for Disney, Warner Brothers, Hanna-Barbera, Museum Editions Limited, 20th Century Fox, Sunday Funnies, Linda Jones Enterprises, Clampett Studio Collections, Will Vinton Studios, MGM, Universal, Dic Entertainment, Lucasfilm Ltd., Oggetti, S2 Art Group, Chase Art Group, PAWS Inc., King Features, ACME Archives and Collector’s Editions. Star associates also planned to join “The Star Club” – Barker’s special membership program offering great benefits including insider information on new releases; advance notice on all special events and guest appearances; exclusive Star Club member promotions; Star Club discounts; and the Barker family personal guarantee: “You will never pay more at a Barker Animation Art Gallery. We will match any other legitimate gallery’s price on any piece of art. The fact is, you will probably pay less because of our volume and Star Club discount.” Before it was time to say, “That’s all folks!” Christina Sparling of EmbroidMe won a limited edition artwork titled “Working Out” from the academy award winning Will Vinton Studios, published by Barker Animation Art Gallery - and everyone planned to come back soon to see new art constantly being purchased by Barker, bringing customers the best selection possible from artists including Toby Bluth, Romero Britto, Tricia Buchanan-Benson, James Coleman, Tom Everhart, Charles Fazzino, Leonard Filgate, Chuck Jones, Bill Melendez, Markus Pierson, Dr. Seuss, Jim Shore, Iwao Takamoto, Myron Waldman, Todd Warner, David Willardson and many more.
For more information, visit barkeranimation.com featuring updates on events, specials, new releases and the “Collector’s Corner” with huge discounts from the art vault. The Barker gallery is in The Village at Gulfstream Park, directly across from The Container Store, conveniently located by the parking garage. Phone: 954-457-2280. (PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOHANNA MONSERRATTE)
Barker Animation owners Herb and Gloria Barker present a limited edition artwork titled "Working Out" to Christina Sparling of EmbroidMe Jay Feldman, Williams & Feldman; Larry Toppall, Mazel Musicals; Oscar Llorente, Mount Sinai Medical Center
Fanny Korn, Fanny’s Touch; Sherley Morris, Jet Printing House Herb Barker with Jeannie Roberts, The Village at Gulfstream Park
Left: Dr. Robert Sheir, Optometric Physician; Carolina Y. Sznajderman, Attorney; Sonia Aponte, Ofc. of Dr. Robert Sheir; Denise Rubin, Prudential Florida Realty
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Off to the Market!
Jeannie Roberts ENTERTAINMENT Greenies everywhere, rejoice! Why? Because buying local products and organic produce just got easier thanks to The Village at Gulfstream Park’s Green Market series taking place every Wednesday evening from 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. in Champions Plaza. Spearheaded by Claire Tomlin from The Market Company, Tomlin is touted for helping South Floridians get back to their roots by creating farmer’s markets on Miami Beach, Key Largo, Deerfield Beach, Aventura and now, Hallandale Beach! Tomlin has been organizing green markets since ‘96 and explains, “Green markets sell products like in a farmer’s market; however, here in South Florida most farmers sell to big corporations and don’t go to markets personally. We have been fortunate enough to get to know some vendors who actually go to farms and gather product directly from the farm in order to bring them fresh to market.” And it’s good to be green. At The Village at Gulfstream Park’s Green Market, guests can expect fresh produce — usually picked the day of the market or the day
before. Tomlin says, “At the local grocery, produce has been picked, stored, delivered to a distribution center, stored, delivered to the grocery, stored and then put on the shelf. I venture to guess the produce is already one week old when the consumer gets it.” What else can Green Market goers anticipate? A vast assortment of unique offerings, such as conventional and organic produce, bamboo plants, bonsai, handmade candles and soaps, dog treats, local honey, handmade soaps, orchids, cut flowers, fresh-baked goods, artisan items and live music! Rain or shine, The Village at Gulfstream Park’s Green Market is in full bloom every Wednesday.
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Land Rover LR4 gets new technologies, amenities Ron Beasley LET’S TALK CARS The Land Rover LR4 was updated last year with an all-new powertrain, a more luxurious interior and chassis refinements, so 2011 brings only minor changes that include more dynamic control features and a new optional Vision Assist Package. The 2011 LR4 has a base price of $48,500 and it is again available with the HSE and HSE LUX upgrade packages. New enhancements to the Terrain Response system beef up the SUV’s already strong off-road capability, while new and reconfigured option packages enhance the vehicle’s luxury and value. New features include: • Hill Start Assist and Gradient Acceleration Control to help negotiate severe slopes in off-road driving; • Bluetooth phone connectivity is now standard; • Seven-Seat Comfort Package for the HSE and HSE LUX models includes third-row seat, head curtain airbags, climate control,
map lights and an accessory power socket; • Rear View Camera is now standard with the HSE; • Halogen headlights on the HSE Package now include LED Signature Lighting; • Climate Comfort Package is now a standalone option on the LR4 base model and HSE, and included in HSE LUX; • Premium Audio Upgrade is available on HSE Package; • Black Lacquer finish is a new interior trim option, and • New Vision Assist Package for HSE and HSE LUX includes xenon HID headlights (HSE only, already standard on HSE LUX); Adaptive Front Lighting System (swiveling headlights); Automatic High Beam Assist (AHBA) and a Surround Camera System; power-folding mirrors; Trailer Assist and Trailer Hitch Assist. The LR4’s 5.0-liter LR V-8 with direct fuel injection and torque-activated Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) develops 375 hp and 375 poundsfeet of torque. It’s exceptionally responsive at all speeds (clocking 0-60 mph in 7.5 seconds) and is an excellent tow vehicle, with a maximum towing capacity of 7,716 pounds. The powerful LR V-8 is coupled to a sixspeed adaptive automatic transmission with CommandShift featuring Normal, Sport and Manual shift modes. The transmission sends
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power to all four wheels through an electronically controlled two-speed transfer case with shift-on-the-move capability. Engineered for rugged off-road travel, the LR V-8 has a deep, pressure die-cast oil pan to accommodate the extreme tilting angles the LR4 can negotiate. Belt drives are waterproofed, as are the alternator, air conditioning compressor, power steering pump and starter motor. On the inside, the LR4 has a soft, elegant interior that combines smooth, flowing surfaces with easy-to-use controls. The console is inclined towards the driver, and all models feature a steering wheel with switches to access driver infor-
mation and operate the audio system, cruise control and optional steering wheel heating. Leather seating, dual-zone automatic climate control and a power tilt-and-slide sunroof are among the LR4’s standard amenities. A choice of naturalfinish woods, along with stitched and wrapped fascia, door casings and center console add to the vehicle’s handcrafted feel. 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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Do You See In 3-D BY DR. STEVEN WIGDOR
MThe desire to see pictures and movies in 3-D is certainly not new. The original stereoscopic viewer that held two slightly different pictures was invented in 1844, and by 1915 the first 3-D movie was introduced. The ability to see in 3-D is simple. Each eye just needs to see a slightly different image, in the very same way that the distance between our eyes allows us to see things from two slightly different angles. Early 3-D technology relied on red and green anaglyph glasses. Unfortunately everything had a red and green color to it, and the quality of the 3-D effect was not very impressive. Over the next decades, various polarized lens systems were developed which provided some improvements. Polarized lenses allow light to go through them in only one direction, so by placing the each lens at a different angle, each eye can be made to see a different image. The difficulty in producing and showing the movies still limited acceptance. More recently, enhanced systems to produce and project movies, coupled with better quality polarized glasses created a resurgence in 3D popularity. Increased profits from 3-D movies is certainly giving Hollywood an incentive to keep these graphically enhanced productions in front of our face. Passive polarized technology, currently used in movie theaters, now has to share the spotlight with Active systems that allow us to enjoy 3-D television in the comforts of our own home. Televisions normally refresh the picture 60 to 120
times a second. Television that allow 3-D viewing refresh the screen 240 times a second, 120 times for each eye. The glasses required for home viewing are LCD (liquid crystal display) shutter glasses, that open and close each eyeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s view in synchronization with the television thus allowing separate images to be seen. Unfortunately the glasses are expensive and have to be purchased for the brand of television you are watching. The good news is that there will continue to be an influx of 3-D television available as the popularity continues to increase. ESPN already broadcasts live 3-D basketball, football, and other sporting events through your current cable / satellite provider (see schedule http://espn.go.com/3d/). Watching in 3-D can enhance your experience but for many people who canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t use both eyes together, the experience will never be appreciated. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also possible to feel eyestrain while watching in 3-D, as the eyes are forced to focus and converge differently than under normal seeing situations. With time, research and newer technologies will continue to make 3-D viewing a more comfortable visual experience. In the meantime, having a complete eye health and vision exam can help diagnose vision and muscle imbalances that can interfere with not only 3-D vision, but with everyday visual comfort. Remember, everyone has hindsight â&#x20AC;&#x201D; protect your eyesight! Dr. Steven Wigdor, an Optometric Physician, and his staff welcome your calls and questions in Aventura at 17941 Biscayne Blvd in the Aventura Plaza 305-931-0225. You can also find them on the web at www.eyecareandeyewear.com, and on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/#!/EyecareAndEyewear
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Miami Jewish Health Systems celebrates 70 years at Annual Winter Founders Dinner Celebration Over 140 Founders and friends recently gathered at Miami Jewish Health Systems, one of South Florida’s largest providers of comprehensive healthcare, for the nonprofit organization’s annual Winter Founders Dinner in honor of MJHS’ 70th anniversary season. A celebratory cocktail reception, held in the beautiful Korman Rehabilitation Courtyard, was followed by an interactive presentation in the Aegis Rehabilitation
Esther Small and Lorraine Greenberg
Dave and Sandy Farkas; Rabbi Jeffrey KurtzLender; Nancy Katzin and Vice Chairman of the Board Alfred Katzin
Weekend of great events at MAR-JCC, Mar. 19 and 20 The 9th Annual Verbena Purim Carnival and the 17th Annual Tennis Fest Pro-Am will both take place at the MAR-JCC located on the Sanford L. Ziff Campus, 18900 NE 25th Avenue, North Miami Beach, on Sunday, March 20th. Hebraica’s 9th Annual Verbena Purim Carnival will arrive in Festive Fashion on Sunday, March 20th, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., thanks to title sponsor, Southeastern Recycling Corporation. Old favorites like the giant Ferris wheel, rock-climbing wall, and kids costume contest will be combined with new, innovative and fresh ideas including a special Israeli dance performance by the JCC’s Bamachol Dance Academy. Additionally, there will be a “Teen Night” on Saturday, March 19th from 8 p.m. to midnight, with special rides, arcade games, a Horror House, and entertainment for teens ages 13-18 only. Admission to the carnival on Sunday is freeof-charge. Wristbands for unlimited rides will
be available for $30 per person at the door. Food and beverage tickets will also be available for purchase. Taking place this same weekend is the 17th Annual Tennis Fest that will begin on Saturday evening, March 19th, at 8 p.m. at Hollywood Vine, in Hollywood, with a wine tasting party that includes great food, exclusive auction items, and a raffle. To participate in the Pro-Am Tournament on Sunday, March 20th, there is a $650 fee, however, players may purchase raffle tickets the night of the party, subsequently entering their name into a drawing. “Once again this year, the caliber of players we have assembled is as high as that of an ATP Tournament,” mentioned Nancy Carroll. Proceeds from these two events, which are both open to the public, will benefit the MARJCC Scholarship Fund. For information, call 305-932-4200.
Center. While touring ten separate locations of the Center, guests were treated to hands on experiences, showcasing the many facets of Aegis Therapies. Following the tour, dinner was held in the May Visitors Center where Founders president Jane Kahn Jacobs greeted guests and spoke about all of the exciting and innovative programs and projects MJHS has planned for the season. The season will conclude on Thursday, May 5, 2011 at MJHS’ final “Founders and Friends Dinner” where the grand drawing will take place for a 2011 Toyota Prius raffle, generously donated by Toyota of South Florida. Miami Jewish Health Systems is one of the largest and most innovative healthcare providers in the southeast United States. Founded in Miami in 1940, the 1,000 employee not-for-profit healthcare system treats 3,700 people daily through Centers of Excellence, residential living, community care, Alzheimer’s and memory care, nursing and medical care programs. These areas of focus aim to help people of all ages enjoy longer, healthier, more enriched lives. Learn more at MiamiJewishHealthSystems.org
Alex Goldberg, Founders President Jane Kahn Jacobs, Vice Chairman of the Board Alfred Katzin and Gloria Laermer participate in one of the interactive therapy presentations
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Gallery Art hosts Helping Haiti Benefit, Mar. 24th Children of Haiti line up to receive their holiday gifts
The newly expanded Gallery Art located in The Promenade Shops at 20633 Biscayne Boulevard invites Aventura residents to their “Walk of Art” Helping Haiti Benefit on Thursday, March 24th at 7 p.m. Proceeds will benefit LAGEHO an established 501c3 non-profit organization that provides assistance to people who are still in need in Haiti with de-worming treatments
to the children suffering from intestinal parasites, the Clean Water Project and housing for families still living in tents. The Helping Haiti Benefit will feature photographs signed by Sean Penn and will be hosted by CBS Reporter Jessica Lauren. For more information, call 305-9326166 or visit gallart.com or lageho.org
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Mardi Gras Casino Names New Executive Chef BY DONNA DECONNA
Mardi Gras Casino is proud to have snagged new Executive Chef, Ardasher “Alex” Asadullaev, to bring his culinary creativity to menus throughout the seven (7) restaurants in the casino. Having fourteen years of experience, Chef Alex’s previous experience included working for Chase Restaurant at Gulfstream Park and the Court at Palm Aire. Chef Alex was employed as a Chef Saucier at Mardi Gras Casino at the time he applied for the Executive Chef position. When Mardi Gras Casino decided to hire a new Executive Chef they went on a national search and reviewed hundreds of resumes from qualified applicants from around the country. To spice things up a bit, Mardi Gras’ Food & Beverage Director, Sallyanne Kelly, decided to include a twist to the search; a tasting contest. The highest qualified applicants were invited to come to the Casino and in style with the highly rated TV Show “Top Chef” offered a challenge; the applicants were to present a tasting of 2 appetizers, 2 entrees and dessert was optional. There were some amazingly good dishes but when the votes were tallied, Chef
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Alex was by far the front winner. Not only were his scores the highest on taste he stretched the imagination and also went far beyond the requirements. His menu included: Appetizers: Shrimp Cocktail with Pink Sauce and
Avocado Cous Cous Stuffed Pepper with Basil Sauce Pesto Roasted Portobello Mushroom Entrees: Chicken Tikka Masala Beef Wellington with Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Balsamic Glaze Medallions of Filet Mignon with Chocolate and Raspberry Red Wine Reduction Roasted Rack of Lamb with Minted Lime Sauce Herb Crusted Snapper with layers of Peas, Mashed Potatoes and Pepper Sauce Stuffed Chicken (stuffed with meat from the legs and Pistachios) Salmon en Croute Dessert: Tarte Tartin Berry Champagne Soup “His dishes absolutely blew everyone away,” said Food & Beverage Director, Sallyanne Kelly. When asked what really set Chef Alex apart from the other chefs, Director Kelly said that it was “his passion for food and the presentation of it… his food comes from the heart.” Chef Alex is a native of Russia and learned his culinary arts skills while serving in the military which may explain his high-
ly disciplined work ethic, strict inventory control and his expert knife skills. He is most noted for his taste level, beautiful presentation of dishes and his passionate explanation of the food. He insists on fresh food that is homemade. Sunday’s Italian Buffet in the French Quarter Restaurant & Bar now includes homemade pasta and tastes as if your grandma was in the kitchen all day. Chef Alex’s fresh homemade dishes are delighting Mardi Casino’s patrons every day. ABOUT MARDI GRAS CASINO Mardi Gras Casino is located at 831 North Federal Highway on the corner of US-1 and Pembroke Road. The casino offers over 70,000 square feet of casino excitement featuring 1,100 Las Vegas-style slot machines, including new linked Progressive slots, Video Roulette, and Virtual Blackjack; 30 action packed Poker tables; simulcast and greyhound racing; and various dining options. For more information, call 954-924-3200 or visit www.mardigrascasinofl.com; Become a fan on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/mardigrascasino or follow us on Twitter at http://www/twitter.com/MardiGrasFl.
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How can I justify this gadget for business? Wilson Alvarez GADGETS & TECHNOLOGY When I first saw the iPod nano, I wanted it, just because it was small, cute, whatever you want to call it. I already have a 40gb iPod and a 64gb iPad, so why in the world would I need another gadget. My justification was, it’s my Christmas gift and it’s also a watch, and an FM radio (as if I needed another watch or listen to radio). Gadgets, gadgets, gadgets! What is it about gadgets that makes people always crave them? Is it that we didn’t have enough toys when we grew up? Perhaps that’s my case. Good economy, bad economy, we all love gadgets. As I purchased the small device, I also got the wristband accessory, which turns it into a watch. This particular iPod has a
watch app, which is pretty neat. And, yes, I also got it with a 16 gb drive so that I can listen to music and also audio books. Oh, yes, that was another justification. I wanted to read the bible in a year, so I also purchased the bible in audio format. By the way, it’s a totally different experience listening to an audio book vs. reading it. Then, me being the techy guy that I am, I said, YES! Another justification! I can also backup my important documents to this device! After all, it has a 16 gb drive. So now I have a watch, backup device, radio, ipod and a pedometer. How can we forget the pedometer? It interfaces with the Nike Sport Kit, which gives you all of the important stats for your workout. So let’s see, if you are a work out junkie, like listening to FM radio, enjoy podcasts, audio books, music, video and would like to backup your data and have it with you at all times, then you may want to get a nano (I am trying my hardest to justify this device). The device comes with headphones and the USB cable. It is designed to clip to anything, like your sleeve, collar, pocket, belt, etc.
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Women’s History Month BY REP. DEBBIE WASSERMAN SCHULTZ
On March 9th people around the world marked the 100th anniversary of International Women’s Day. This day, which falls during National Women’s History Month, is marked worldwide with conferences, rallies, parties, and a wealth of events that recognizes the indelible contributions that women have made worldwide. It’s incredible to note the difference a century can make. 100 years ago, women in the United States, and many other countries, could not even vote. They could not attend many universities and were severely limited in employment options. Now, women can not only vote, but have held Cabinet positions, achieved momentous feats in science, law, and medicine, and have even served as presidents and prime ministers in nations around the world. Yet for all that there is to celebrate, this month is also a time to reflect on where we need to go from here. As the saying goes, a woman’s work is never done. And unfortunately, there is plenty left to do. Today, in America, women make only 75 cents, on average, for every dollar earned by their male counterparts- even when education and experienced are taken into account. Women represent 57 percent of undergraduate students, a number which is steadily climbing, but earn only 20 percent of bachelor’s degrees in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. And while the number of women running for political office has been increasing, women still only represent 17 percent of Congress and hold only six Governorships. This is not a time to get comfortable. This is a time to get moving. We have so much left to accomplish before we can truly say that we have achieved equality, and the obstacles facing women are at once both subtle and overt. Whether it is degrading remarks made in the workplace, abusive relationships at home, or deserved promotions that don’t materialize women still face far too many impediments. This year, the theme of National Women History Month is “Our History is Our Strength”. We have come a long, long way, and few women would disagree that we are better off now than we were a decade or a century ago. But there is no denying that women’s history is full of darkness—back alley abortions, diminished legal rights, and narrow access to education.
That’s why I’m so troubled at what appears to be a deliberate, extreme legislative agenda against women in the House of Representatives. We have seen the House Republican Leadership introduce legislation that would raise taxes on individuals and small businesses that purchase health insurance that includes comprehensive reproductive health coverage. We have seen attempts to redefine ‘rape’, by including only cases where a woman was “forcibly” assaulted, which would not include, for example, date rape or instances where a woman was otherwise unable to consent. I believe that this in and of itself is a violent act against women. And most recently, we have seen proposed funding cuts that would harm women, children, and families across the board. H.R. 1, the Republican bill to fund the federal government for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011, would, among others, cut: • $747 million from the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), which provides vital nutrition and counseling to 9.6 million low-income women and children monthly; • $327 million—ALL funding—for Title X family planning programs, which provide contraceptives, cancer screenings, and STI tests to millions of women and men nationwide; • $50 million from Maternal and Child Health grants, which provide prenatal and preventive care to more than 2.5 million women and 31 million children yearly; • $39 million from Head Start and Child Care programs, which will cause 368,000 children to lose access to early education programs; • and millions of dollars from the Social Security Administration, which women rely on, at higher rates than men, for employment services, meals, and housing. Whether carrying a child or in their sunset years, women of all ages would be adversely affected by these reckless cuts. I am committed to reducing the deficit, creating jobs and getting our economy turned around. But this hole was not dug by women and children, and we cannot climb out of it on their backs. Throughout the remainder of National Women’s History Month, I would hope that my colleagues across the aisle will rethink their dangerous proposals. But, if they won’t then women need to help them rethink by doing everything we can to let the Republican House majority know that women refuse to go backward. As history has shown us, a nation is at its best when its women are succeeding.
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Memorial Hospital Miramar appoints new medical director of emergency medicine BY KERTING BALDWIN Memorial Hospital Miramar has appointed Juan F. Villegas, M.D. to medical director of emergency medicine for Memorial Hospital Miramar. In his new assignment, Dr. Villegas will be responsible for supervising all adult emergency care at the hospital. Currently, Memorial Hospital Miramar offers both adult and pediatric emergency care, with Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital physicians delivering pediatric emergency care. In the last six years, Dr. Villegas, a Davie resident, has worked in emergency medicine, exclusively in South Florida. He served as medical director for emergency services at Memorial Regional Hospital prior to his new appointment. He has worked as an attending physician for Memorial Regional Hospital South, Cleveland Clinic Hospital in Weston, Fl., and the former Hollywood Medical Center. Dr. Villegas received his bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences from Florida International University and his medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies. He completed his residence in emergency medicine from Brooklyn Hospital Center in Brooklyn NY. Dr. Villegas, who is bilingual in English and Spanish, is a member of the American College of Emergency Physicians and Florida College of Emergency Physicians. Memorial Hospital Miramar in Miramar, Fla., is a facility of Memorial Healthcare System <http://www.mhs.net/> , the fifthlargest public healthcare system in the nation. It offers all private patient rooms,
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and a wide scope of services, including Memorial Robotic Institute, Comprehensive Weight-Loss Surgery Program, Women’s Services, Family Birthplace and a level II neonatal intensive care unit, outpatient services, a pediatric inpatient unit, and adult and pediatric emergency care. The U-18 Sports Medicine program for y oung athletes is also located on the campus and is affiliated with Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. Rated the “most recommended” hospital in South Florida, Memorial Hospital Miramar has also been recognized as one of Thomson Reuters’ 100 Top Hospitals®: National Benchmarks winners for 2009. For more information, visit memorialmiramar.com <http://www.memorialmiramar.com/> .
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Ready for networking success? BY PAT MORGAN
What is networking? We hear a lot about it, but what exactly is it? Simply put, it’s getting to know people. We are naturally networking all the time. We talk with people at the grocery store, the gym, on the golf course, at parties and most everywhere we go. Networking for business is more strategic, but the same idea – getting to know people and building relationships. We typically think of networking in reference to events, like those hosted by chambers of commerce and professional organizations, which are designed for making contacts and growing your business. Networking at events like these can be powerful for business development and, when done professionally, is extremely profitable and effective. When I moved to Miami 10 years ago and was starting my business, I decided to make networking a part of my marketing strategy. I attended events and joined organizations where I could learn about
local companies, get to know people and become involved in the community. I saw it as an opportunity to become known, to differentiate myself and to cement my brand in a personal way. In the process, I was able to meet people and attract opportunities I otherwise would have missed. At one of my first events, I met Marti Mang, a senior vice president with TotalBank. We made an instant connection when I shared that I had recently moved from her home state of Colorado. From that initial meeting, we have not only done business together as clients and referral partners, but have also become good friends and shared many experiences; like going to the Orange Bowl, golfing and celebrating special occasions. That’s the power of networking! Many people struggle to network effectively. With focus and a few new ideas, you can become a successful networker and have fun in the process!
Try these tips: • Have a plan. Make networking a part of your marketing plan and target events and activities that are a fit. • Introduce yourself confidently. Develop a brief introduction that clearly states what you do. Practice until you can say it easily and effortlessly. • Show interest in others. Be genuinely curious about them and their interests. Look to connect rather than impress. • Ask for referrals. Let people know who you are looking to meet and ask for their help with referrals. • Be a resource to others. Connect people with resources that are helpful and relevant. Become known as the “go to” person for connections. • Say “hello” first. Take the initiative to introduce yourself instead of waiting for the other person. Be friendly and put others at ease. • Always have plenty of business cards. Replenish your business cards regularly and keep them readily accessible. • Expand your network. Continue to add new contacts to your
database so you can be a valuable resource for others and share more referrals. • Follow up promptly on leads. The fortune is in the follow-up. Let people know you will be in contact after an event so they expect to hear from you. Prompt follow up will show you are reliable. • Become a lifelong networker. Be a connector and create win-win situations. Strong networks built upon a foundation of trust will serve you for a lifetime. Are you ready to network? If you want to make a strong start with networking, or take your skills to the next level, let’s make it happen. Together we will chart the course to success in reaching your goals. Pat Morgan is a professional coach and works with busy professionals to become more profitable and productive by capitalizing on their strengths and taking focused action to create powerful change. For more information, send email to PatMorgan@SmoothSailingSuccess.com, call 305-458-2849 or go to <www.SmoothSailingSuccess.com>.
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3/31/11— WALK-IN TO SAVE PUBLIC EDUCATION BY KAREN ARONOWITZ, President, United Teachers of Dade
FAMILY CLOSING CELEBRATION SUNDAY, MARCH 27, 2011 1PM - 3:30PM This is the last opportunity to view Rafael Soriano: Other Worlds Within, A Sixty Year Retrospective Adults can view the documentary film, La Profundidad del Silencio (The Depth of Silence): An Intimate Portrait of the Cuban Painter Rafael Soriano by Jorge Moya. Please note the film is in Spanish with English subtitles. Film viewings at 1:30 and 2:30pm. Kids can participate in an art activity from 1 - 3pm. Enjoy tasty Cuban treats. Beverages by Vitamin Water Zero. $10 Adults; Free for Children, Lowe Members, UM Faculty, Staff, Students, and Alumni
Sponsored by The Rafael Soriano Foundation. Free parking at Pavia Garage.
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Lowe Art Museum exhibitions and programs are sponsored in part by The State of Florida, Division of Cultural Affairs, The Florida Arts Council, and the National Endowment for the Arts, with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, and the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners.
On Thursday, March 31, from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m., I am asking each one of you reading this to go to any public school close to you, and show your support for public education by WALKING IN to a school. On this day, United Teachers of Dade, in cooperation with community organizations, parents, and many public sector employees including nurses, firefighters, police, transit workers and others will come out to our public schools to protect our children and the schools that serve them. We need you to join us. Thousands of citizens must stand up against the cuts to education funding that will leave children without the education they need for their future. Last year, two brave mothers staged a hunger strike because of the cuts their children faced in critical education programming. Unions often come under media fire for supposedly planning workplace walk outs, which we do not condone in any way. Instead, we want our entire community to stand with us as we WALK IN to schools to stand up for Public Education. Right now is a critical time. Our schools, our teachers and support
staff, and our children are in danger from legislation that cuts funding to our classrooms and places money in the hands of profiteers. It is urgent that we act together to demonstrate public outrage at what is occurring in Tallahassee. The Florida legislature is withdrawing billions of dollars of funding from public education and weakening the economic power of working Floridians. They are wasting money on programs known to be failures such as pay for performance models they are currently legislating. For example: • $215 million reduction to Miami-Dade Public Schools funding alone. • No funding provided to districts for a pay-for-performance model. • $2 billion wasted on creating more tests, not for the benefit of students. • Children placed in larger classes. • Children placed in virtual classes without a classroom teacher or interaction with other students. • Experienced and successful teachers fired for no reason at end of year. The Governor of Florida and other states have said they can’t afford to educate America’s children. How is it that the most prosperous, democratic country in the world would fail to educate her children? How dare this governor and legislators say they will not pay for public education! Walk in with us to our public schools on 3-31-11 to show our governor and lawmakers that the people will not tolerate these threats to our right to a public education system. The United Teachers of Dade represents 32,000 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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It seems like the hot topic in the media today is belly fat and how to combat this disgusting belt-line ooze. The conventional myth of doing 200 crunches a day is a waste of time and ab development contraptions are a waste of money, but seem to be in high demand. Meanwhile, conventional wisdom from trainers stating you can eliminate said belly bulge by doing resistance training, cardiovascular exercise and a lifestyle nutrition plan seems to be losing out to quick fix surgeries, unhealthy weight loss clinic programs and short cut yo-yo diets. So how do we separate the myth from the fact to fight the fat and keep it off for a lifetime? It ultimately starts with the essential foundations of weight loss. There are three main components which, are as previously stated, resistance training, cardiovascular exercise and a lifestyle nutrition plan. Resistance training increases lean muscle mass, which in turn enhances your metabolism. Since muscle is metabolically active, when you have more lean muscle mass on your body you will burn more calories throughout the entire day, even when you aren’t exercising. Your cardiovascular exercise will consume calories and fat, further aiding in your belly fat shrinkage. Then you add a balanced lifestyle nutrition plan (notice I didn’t say diet) that is just slightly less than the calories you burn throughout the day. This nutrition plan is the main component in this synergistic formula to combat the fat. Now, let’s understand more about belly fat storage. Did you know our stress hormone cortisol is the major culprit for keeping our insulin and blood sugar levels high? According to Dr. Pamela Peeke, once these levels are high, our body is more likely to store body fat in the belly
area due to the cortisol and insulin receptors being numerous in the fat cells of the belly. Cortisol also sends our body into a hunger craze. This is evident in stressful situations, triggering emotional eating problems in people. Therefore, if we are overeating and cortisol is present, our body packs the pounds on our gut. With a solid foundation and a clear understanding of why belly fat is stored where it is, you can then add in other tricks that will actually start to target the belly fat: • Regular exercise, relaxation techniques like yoga and meditation and stressfree days off will help you cope with stress and allow your cortisol levels to return to normal. • According to Dr. Oz, adding in Omega-3 fatty acids can help incinerate stress fat. Omega’s are fat burning fats and can be found in oily fish (salmon, trout, and tuna). • Dr. Oz’s other favorite cortisol killer is Vitamin C. He says one should consume up to 1200mgs per day because the body’s need for Vitamin C during stress can be increased up to tenfold. • Another long time trick I’ve used with clients is supplementing with Carnitine. Carnitine is actually used by the body to convert fat into metabolic energy. It is recommended to consume 100gs a day. So, it’s time to ditch the idea that spot reducing fat through contraptions and situps will slim the waist line. If you want a truly firm stomach that is beach ready, then hit the resistance training, jump into a cardiovascular program and eat following a healthy nutrition plan. Once that is established, add in the tips mentioned above and take the belly fat burn to the next level. Don’t be surprised when your belly stops sagging over your pants and your clothes start falling off of your hips. Zach Marcy is a personal trainer, life coach, motivational speaker and writer and has a personal training studio in Coconut Grove. For more information, go to <www.synergizefatloss.com> or <www.liftmiami.com>.
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Over 90 members of the distinguished Turnberry Isle Resort & Golf Club in Aventura, including chairwomen Joelle Meyerson, Frani Rothman and Barbara Tornberg, recently showed their support for The Breast Cancer Research Foundation by taking part in an annual Play for P*I*N*K* golf and tennis tournament. Afterwards, club members enjoyed a luncheon in the elegant member-only Harry Soffer room followed by a silent auction. Since its inception nine years ago, Play for P*I*N*K* at Turnberry Isle Resort & Golf Club has raised more than $200,000 with 100 percent of the funds going directly to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Secluded on 300 tropical acres, the legendary Turnberry Isle Resort & Golf Club is located in Aventura and offers a luxury resort lifestyle experience thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beyond compare. This lush oasis features a superior level of service and world-class amenities from two 18-hole Raymond Floyd-redesigned championship golf courses, an award-winning three-story Willow Stream Spa, a state-of-the-art Tennis Center, Celebrity Chef Michael Minaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bourbon Steak restaurant, an extensive kids program and more. Club membership is by invitation only. To learn more, call 305-933-6590.
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Barker Animation, Fine Art and Sculptures hosts ‘animated’ networking event
Jay Feldman, Williams & Feldman; Carey Marchand, Barker Animation; Tania Shapiro, The Kabbalah Centre; Dan Palmer, Aventura News
Karla Aumack, Ofc. of Dr. Frederick Knoll, DDS; Jeff Turgeau, Macy’s; Kim Ben-Shalom, C&C Insurance East
Larry Toppall, Mazal Musicals; Carolyn and Martin Granoff, Nancy Doyle, Broadway Across Brian Sharpe, Sharpe Properties; Katherine Lapidoth, Morgan Granoff Enterprises America Stanley Smith Barney; Ted Konover, AXA Advisors
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Denise Rubin, Prudential Florida Realty; Bob Cahn, AFLAC; Marsha Deakter, Psychotherapist
Loma Frazier-Grant, Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa; Danielle Kozavchinsky, Krop Sr. High / Aventura Hope Bieri, Berman Chiropractic Center; Beth Herdegen, Gulfcoast Business Finance Marketing Council
Sabrina Cohen, Sabrina Cohen Foundation for Stem Cell Research with Greg Gringruz and Steve Parshin, iBeautiful.com; Michael Leitman, KioCash
Sharon King, Chuck Kuehnle, State Farm Insurance; Tania Shapiro, The Kabbalah Centre; Wilma Rillera, State Farm Insurance
Left: Rebeca Reiner, EWM Realtors; Nancy Doyle, Broadway Across America; Marcelle May, American Friends of Magen David Adom
Right: Cindy Guzman, State Farm Insurance; Eric Santana; guest; Oliver Guido, Barker Animation
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