Aventura News 6.1.2011

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North Dade Justice Center celebrates 53rd ‘Law Day’ featuring Marcia G. Cooke, U.S. District Court Judge BY BARI AUERBACH

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usiness and community leaders recently collaborated with judges from the North Dade Justice Center to present the 53rd Law Day celebration featuring guest speaker Marcia G. Cooke, U.S. District Court Judge, Southern District of Florida. The theme of Law Day 2011 was “The Legacy of John Adams – from Boston to Guantanamo.” Law Day is observed nationally every year in May to help promote a greater understanding of the American justice system and commemorate “a commitment to the rule of law enshrined in the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution.” Judges overseeing Law Day 2011 included Associate Administrative Judge Linda Singer Stein, Judge Myriam Lehr, Judge Eric Hendon, Judge Charles K. Johnson, Judge Fleur J. Lobree, Judge Caryn C. Schwartz,

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North Dade Justice Center Judges gather with The Hon. Marcia G. Cooke (center) l-r: Judge Sheldon Schwartz; Judge Caryn Schwartz; Judge Charles Johnson; Judge Fleur Lobree; Judge Cooke; Judge Linda Singer Stein; Judge Myriam Lehr; Judge Eric Hendon

Honor Guard presentation by United States SOUTHERN COMMAND ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– An overflow crowd of community members filled the North Dade Justice Center

(PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANDREW GOLDSTEIN)

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Around Town in Aventura Northern Trust hosts Sen. Gwen Margolis

Three generations of Schulmans

Andrew Waxman, Mercantil Commercebank; Fernando Levy Hara, The McKafka Group; Jordan Laser, Northwestern Mutual Laser Financial Group; Sen. Gwen Margolis; Tom Oliveri, Northern Trust; Jeff Levinson, Sabadell United Bank; Evan Brody, Brody & Associates

Fl. State Sen. Gwen Margolis recently met with the Aventura Marketing Council Board of Directors at the beautiful Northern Trust in Aventura where she presented a legislative update on the recent session in Tallahassee.

David, Matthew and Cliff Schulman –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dan Palmer, Aventura News; Bob Hollander, Brown & Brown Insurance; Sen. Gwen Margolis; Alan Lips, Gerson Preston Robinson; David Feder, Fairmont Turnberry Isle; Gary Pyott, The Continental Group

Cliff and Lauren Schulman were only too happy to fly to Las Vegas recently...not for a weekend of gambling, but to welcome in their new grandson, Matthew Jay Schulman, born March 8th to Alisha and David Schulman. Matthew, born at 6 lbs. 5 oz. is now over 9 lbs. and has captured his parents and grandparents hearts just by holding onto their fingers with his tiny hands.

Ben-Gurion University of the Negev professor discusses ‘Major Conflicts in the Middle East’ in Aventura Ben-Gurion University of the Negev Professor Fred Lazin spoke at an Aventura event recently focusing on “Major Conflicts in the Middle East; Implications for America, Israel, and the Region." The event was sponsored by The American Associates, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev Greater Florida Region. Professor Fred Lazin is the Lynn and Lloyd Hurst

Family Professor of Local Government and Professor and Past Chair of the Department of Politics and Government at BGU. BGU supporter Dorothy Kravetz introduced Prof. Lazin to the large audience at Vi Aventura, formerly Classic Residence by Hyatt. A number of BGU Founders were honored for their longtime support

Ben Gurion University Founders presented with plaques honoring the 40th Anniversary and their ongoing support

of the university. Among the honorees were Harold and Miriam Commings, Dr. Bernard and Lenore-Toby Simmons, Dorothy Kravetz, Hanna Posniak and Geraldine Reiter. They each received plaques celebrating the future of Israel and the 40th anniversary of BGU. Their support has enabled BGU to become an oasis of innovation in just four decades. AABGU National Board Vice President Hon. Billy Joel presented a commemorative award to Haim Yehezkel for his generous support of BGU. “I am so pleased to have been involved in the growth and development of BGU to help it become an oasis of innovation in the Negev. As a result, it is now a world-class research institution as well as Israel’s most popular university.” American Associates, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (AABGU) plays a vital role in sustaining David BenGurion's vision, creating a world-class institution of education and research in the Israeli desert, nurturing the Negev com-

Aventura Comm. Billy Joel presents award to Haim Yehezkel ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

munity and sharing the university's expertise locally and around the globe. With some 20,000 students on campuses in Beer-Sheva, Sede Boqer and Eilat in Israel’s southern desert, BGU is a university with a conscience, where the highest academic standards are integrated with community involvement, committed to sustainable development of the Negev.

For further information, call Joy Felton at 561-237-2874 or jfelton@aabgu.org

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Wandering & Pondering Heartless

most hated man in his area and there were enough situations that had occurred business wise to bolster said hate. He gloated over this reputation and boastHeartless Harry was well named. He was ed all over the area whenever he had gotten a tough businessman, relentless in his pur- the better of someone in his profession. suit of profits. Socially, he was successful Then to the happy surprise of all of his because his wife Jane was just as ruthless in enemies he got himself a massive heart everything she wanted. How they compro- attack. Probably it was his stubbornness or mised on marriage confused any maybe his meanness but he fought and all that got to know them. that heart attack determined not to They had very little use for anylet it beat him He came out of that one that was below their standards battle in a pretty good state much of personal wealth. to the sorrow of all who knew him They belonged to the better and hated him. clubs in their town but never threw Then a strange thing happened a party for anyone or even were to him. Maybe he got religion or invited to any other members’ parwho knows what. He went back to DAN PALMER ties. his business a changed man. He They were in the better clubs because was actually very nice to everyone. He went they had bought their way in and because he out of his way to make people like him and felt it helped in the way he did business. even in his business dealings he was almost He wasn’t liked by anyone but his family fair. Not even anymore gloating but an but he was an acknowledged top business- attempt to pick up the competitor that he man. He drove hard bargains and when he had beaten in their dealings. had gotten what he wanted in business, he Now he faces a different kind of probwas quite capable of gloating to anyone lem: his opponents are afraid to deal with about it. him because he is too nice and how can you His businesses grew and his enemies kept trust a guy who is that way. pace with that growth. He was probably the What is he up to?

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City of Aventura partners with The Continental Group and 610 WIOD Radio for “2011 Hurricane Preparedness Summit” Thursday, June 9, 7 p.m. Aventura residents, Property Managers and Association Board Members are invited to learn about best practices in hurricane preparedness as the City of Aventura, together with The Continental Group (TCG) and 610 WIOD News Radio, present the “2011 Hurricane Preparedness Summit.” The summit will be held on Thursday, June 9th, at 7 p.m., at the Aventura Government Center located at 19200 West Country Club Drive, Aventura. The City of Aventura is committed to helping residents create a realistic, functional plan that is critical for successful preparation, response and recovery in the event of a hurricane or severe weather storm. Topics will include steps for creating a personal hurricane plan; how to protect your community, common areas and property; how to prepare for an evacuation; what to expect before, during and after a storm; and community training and preparedness for highrise condominiums if a hurricane strikes the City of Aventura. “Many cities across the U.S. have suffered from dangerous storm weather seasons and it is critical that property owners take every opportunity to stay informed on what to do in the event of a hurricane or severe weather storms during hurricane season,” said Eric M. Soroka, Aventura City Manager. “The panel of professionals will assist our city residents with useful information tailored to their specific needs, such as preparing for an evacuation, power outage and what to do with a family member with special medical needs.” The interactive panel will begin at 7 p.m., moderated by 610 WIOD’s Manny Munoz, co-host of South Florida’s First News with panelists Robert Ebaugh, Weather Service Specialist of the National Weather Service; TCG representatives Louis Pincus, Senior Vice President Hi-Rise; Bill Worrall, Corporate Vice President; Clay Thomas, Quality Assurance Manager; Aventura Police Captain Steven Seefchack and Aventura Building Official Raul Rodriguez. Attendees will be encouraged to ask questions after the presentations.

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

Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center celebrates Shavuot

Rabbi Lauren Berkun and Rabbi Jonathan Berkun ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Aventura Turnberry’s Jewish Center’s Berkun, will each lead interactive and Rabbi Jonathan Berkun and Rabbi Lauren thought-provoking study sessions in celebra-

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Aventura Hospital announces 2011 Frist Humanitarian Award nominees Aventura Hospital’s Jean St. Surin, an to work in our Health Information Analyst and valued member of the Health Department. He quickly became a vital Information Management team, was member of our Employee Advisory Group. recently selected as the 2011 Frist The “Aventura Circle”, the EAG’s Humanitarian Award Community Outreach program is Employee Nominee of the his baby. He takes on every proYear and Margaret Anton gram, be it the food drive, clothwas selected as the 2011 Frist ing drive, school supplies or yard Humanitarian Award sale for the Hope Fund with a Volunteer Nominee of the passion that is admirable. Year. This honor places each When the earthquake hit in of the nominees for the Haiti in 2010 Jean was in the nationwide 2011 Frist forefront collecting clothing, Humanitarian Award, the helping to arrange counseling for highest honor an employee or our employees from Haiti and volunteer can receive within making certain that this program Jean St. Surin HCA, the parent company of was a huge success. He has also Aventura Hospital. served as a speaker and mentor The Frist Humanitarian for the “5000 Role Models of Awards were created to recogExcellence Project”; providing nize one employee and one these young men with the guidvolunteer at each HCA-affiliatance and values that have become ed facility who demonstrate so much a part of his daily life. extraordinary concern for the Margaret “Margie” Anton is a welfare and happiness of valuable member of our Volunteer patients and their community. Services team and has contributed The Frist Humanitarian Awards many hours of service in our Patient are given annually in recogniComfort Program. Her background tion of the humanitarian spirit with American Airlines and experiMargaret Anton and philanthropic work of the ence in training made her a natural –––––––––––––– late Dr. Thomas F. Frist, Sr., a to train new volunteers for this vital founder of HCA. National recipients will be program. Margie visits patients throughout the honored in the spring at a reception at the hospital providing smiles and warmth to each company’s Nashville, Tenn., headquarters. patient. She has also uses her administrative Additionally, they each receive a bronze stat- talents to help with organization in the ue, a $5,000 gift to the charity of their choice, Volunteer/H2U office. For more information, visit and a $5,000 cash gift. In 2007, Jean came to Aventura Hospital AventuraHospital.com tion of Shavuot on Tuesday, June 7, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. Last year’s program welcomed over fifty guests and focused on the meanings the Ten Commandments. This year’s themes will include “God, Torah & Israel” and “Israel: A Values Nation.” The opportunity to study in an intimate setting with both Rabbis is very exciting. While both Rabbis Berkun teach for ATJC’s members throughout the year, being able to learn with both of them in one night is very special. Rabbi Jonathan Berkun has served as the spiritual leader of ATJC since 2007 and received his rabbinic ordination from the Jewish Theological Seminary of America in 2001. He completed his undergraduate degree in philosophy at Columbia University and is a Senior Rabbinic Fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute in Jerusalem. Rabbi Berkun serves as VP of the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami. He is on the Board of Directors of the North Dade Greater Miami Jewish Federation, the Board of Directors of the Network: The Under-40

Division of GMJF, the National Rabbinical Assembly Nominations Committee, the National Rabbinic Cabinet for Israel Bonds, the National Council for AIPAC, and the Board of Trustees of Camp Ramah in Canada. Rabbi Lauren Berkun is the Southeast Director of Educational Initiatives for the Shalom Hartman Institute of North America and was ordained at the Jewish Theological Seminary in 2001. A graduate of Princeton University, her professional focus is adult education. She served as the Director of Lifelong Learning at Congregation Shaarey Zedek in Michigan, Scholar-in-Residence for the Women’s Department of Federation, and as a faculty member of the Florence Melton Adult Mini-School. ATJC will also host Shavuot Services on Wednesday, June 8 at 8:30 a.m. and on Thursday, June 9 at 8:30 a.m., which will include Yizkor. All Shavuot programs are free and opened the community.

For more information contact 305-9371880, rsvp@atjc.org

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Dealing with Disappearing Acts

Patricia C. Frank FRANKLY SPEAKING There are two kinds of disappearing acts. In one, the person, place or thing dies and ceases to exist. In the other disappearing act the person place or thing ceases to be visible. All kinds of people and places disappear. In some cases they still exist but they are no longer visible or available to you in your world. Friends and the important people in your life may move away or retire. The people you depend on for certain services such as bankers, doctors, pastors, waiters, barbers, beauticians and numerous other support people that make your life easier and better may no longer be available to help you. Stores, restaurants and banks close. Your favorite things and your favorite products may be discontinued. Things vanish overnight. Here one day and gone the next. Often, you have no indication or warning. Often you do not even

have the opportunity to say good-bye. There is no sign to let you know that changes are coming. If you knew you would be able to prepare for the loss. Because the loss is so sudden, it is more difficult to incorporate into your mental, emotional and psychological schema. The shock, sadness and sense of loss you feel when a favorite place or person ceases to exist or becomes inaccessible to you may seem disproportionate but human beings need to feel that they can count on some people and things in their life. The constant losses create feelings of insecurity. The temporary nature of everything creates anxiety. There is no one and nothing you can rely on. If someone or something goes away maybe love will go away. You are in a constant state of micro-grieving. One way to cope is to realize that nothing is permanent in the Universe by design. Few things come with a lifetime guarantee. Always try to say good-bye. Enjoy and treasure what you have while you have it. Be appreciative of everyone and everything you have now. Express your appreciation frequently. Patricia Frank is a Licensed Psychotherapist. She can be reached at 305-788-4864, 212-308-0309.

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Artist Stephen Gamson creates limited edition artwork to benefit Humane Society of Greater Miami World-renowned artist Stephen Gamson has teamed up with the Humane Society of Greater Miami to help save innocent animals from puppy mills, natural disasters, and other forms of animal cruelty. To help raise funds for the protection and care of these loving animals, Stephen has created this limited edition piece Rocco and Lucy. Gamson lives and works in Miami where he is proud to be the official artist for the City’s Birthday Celebration in 2010 and 2011. He is currently working on several commissions, including an art piece for the City of Miami’s official welcome center. He is the official artist for national and international charities and volunteers his time and donates countless pieces in the name of philanthropy to many other worthwhile causes. The cost for Rocco and Lucy is $84 for a framed print and $58 for an unframed print. Each of the 500 - 11 by 14 limited edition piece is hand signed, numbered and comes with a certificate of authenticity. By purchasing this piece of art, you are saving the lives of innocent animals. 100% of the proceeds from each sale benefit the Humane Society of Greater Miami’s young professional group, PetNet; a diverse group of young professionals dedicated to making a difference in the lives of homeless animals. For PetNet membership and event information, contact Ricki Diamond at ricki@humanesocietymiami.org. For more information and to purchase Rocco and Lucy, visit RoccoandLucy.com

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“Don’t be “Vein” – Get a leg up on gorgeous gams for swimsuit season Dr. Adam Gropper opens North Beach Vascular & Aesthetics, a state-of-the art treatment center addressing venous disorders Nestled off Biscayne Boulevard in Aventura, North Beach Vascular & Aesthetics offers some of the area’s most cutting edge medical and cosmetic treatments for vascular disorders under the care of Dr. Adam Gropper, who also serves as Chief of Radiology at the Jackson Health System Community Hospitals and President of North Beach Radiology Associates. Dr. Gropper launched the new Center to help educate and treat patients suffering from vein disease such as varicose and spider veins; conditions affecting almost 80 million adults. Treatments include traditional endovenous laser ablation, sclerotherapy and microphlebectomy in addition to the newest, innovative treatments on the market such as mechanical-chemical ablation using the ClariVein catheter and the latest in sclerotherapy medications, Asclera, for spider veins. North Beach Vascular & Aesthetics is the only treatment center currently using the ClariVein device in the Miami area. Asclera’s availability is also limited in the area due to its increased cost, however many educated healthcare consumers are demanding it. In addition to providing some of the most advanced, minimally invasive treatments available, North Beach Vascular & Aesthetics prides itself on its patient-friendly atmosphere.

“Over the years, I have performed thousands of procedures on diseased arteries and veins in hospitals, but I have wanted to create an atmosphere where both the serious medical issues of venous insufficiency and the Dr. Adam Gropper aesthetic complica––––––––––––––– tions could be treated in a private, peaceful environment,” explains Dr. Gropper. Unlike a hospital environment, North Beach Vascular & Aesthetics was designed to resemble a beautiful medi-spa, with warm hues of green and brown, natural stone and nature-inspired artwork. The interior design evokes an oasis of calmness where patients can comfortably explore treatment options that balance their medical and aesthetic needs. The Center, which was recently featured on NBC and CBS news, is ideally located between Aventura and Bal Harbor at 15400 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 103. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 305-957-7277 or visit northbeachvascular.com.

Mount Sinai hosts 9th Annual International Alzheimer’s Symposium Medical experts from around the world recently gathered at The Eden Roc Hotel to discuss the latest breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s Disease treatment and diagnosis at the 9th annual Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) Symposium hosted by Mount Sinai Medical Center. The annual symposium aims to provide a forum for new information and in-depth discussions about advances in research related to the clinical diagnosis and progression of Alzheimer’s Disease (AD). This year’s symposium emphasized the early stages of AD and presented results from several longitudinal and cross-sectional studies that explored risk factors, diagnosis and progression of Alzheimer’s, mild cognitive impairment and dementia. Dr. Ranjan Duara, Director of The Mount Sinai Wien Center for Alzheimer’s Disease and Memory Disorders and host of the event, stresses the importance of early diagnosis of the disease. “Part of our discussions at this symposium is about determining how doctors can detect the disease in its earliest stages, just like we detect high cholesterol in people’s blood and start treating high cholesterol

Dr. David Lowenstein of The Mount Sinai Wien Center for Alzheimer’s Disease addresses the audience in a presentation titled “When is Cognitive Aging Considered Abnormal?”

whether or not patients have any symptoms. The same goes for treating Alzheimer’s early so we can prevent the disease from escalating.” International experts from the United States, Australia, France, England, Canada, and Netherlands gave presentations on various topics related to Alzheimer’s diagnosis,

treatment and research. This year’s keynote speakers were Dr. Christopher Rowe, Director of Medicine from the University of Melbourne, Australia whose presentation was titled “Early Diagnosis of AD – Now and the Future”, and Dr. Bruno Dubois, Professor at the Federation de Neurologie Hospital de la

Salpetriere in Paris, France whose presentation was titled “Rationale for Prodromal and Preclinical AD Criteria”. Doctors also participated and exchanged ideas in three minisymposiums: Risk Factor for Progression from Normal Aging to MCI and Dementia; Studies in Preclinical AD: Diagnosis and Progression; and Studies in Prodromal AD: Diagnosis and Risk for Progression. Unless ways are found to prevent Alzheimer’s or delay its onset, it is projected that 13 million people in the U.S. will have Alzheimer’s Disease by 2050. Since the development of criteria for AD twenty-five years ago, major advances in our understanding of the biology and early clinical features of AD have led to improvement in clinical assessments which have enabled clinicians to diagnose an earlier stage of the illness, mild cognitive impairment (MCI). The Mount Sinai Wien Center for Alzheimer’s Disease and Memory Disorders along with Dr. Duara will continue to host this annual symposium so physicians from all over the world will have a forum to present research and discuss ideas that can provide a greater understanding of the clinical diagnosis, progression and treatment of Alzheimer’s Disease.

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‘Reality TV’ right here in Aventura

Bari Auerbach LIFE IN THE CITY Reality TV shows are all the rage – and many could be filmed right here in Aventura where true to life dramas take center stage every day! Survivor: …Stranded on Biscayne Boulevard at rush hour with only a Mercedes for shelter, bottles of Vitamin Water and Rolex watches reminding road warriors how late they’re going to be for personal training sessions at their exclusive gyms and spas. Who will survive the traffic with dignity and grace? Only the small minority of motorists who can say Yes! when asked:“So you think you can drive?” True Beauty…There are so many beautiful people in the city, the competition would be fierce – but since the show’s title is “True Beauty” that could potentially disqualify a lot of cosmetically enhanced contenders. Then again, if Botox, collagen, eye lifts, tummy tucks, lipo and implants were cause

for elimination, there might not be anyone left to compete! Wife Swap…If a show featured the adventures of real housewives of Aventura trading places - it would probably be really boring! After all, how much different could life be at luxury condos lining Country Club Drive? The ratings would probably be a whole lot better if the show was changed to “Pet Swap” and ladies with tiny dogs dressed in matching outfits had to try squeezing Dobermans into their designer handbags! Extreme Home Makeover…This is probably the only show that couldn’t be set here since it’s even a Jersey Shore thing that everyone agrees coming home to Aventura is already such a “rewarding reality!” For eBay: The must have Aventura souvenirs that may one day have great historical and monetary value are programs from the debut show at the city’s new Arts & Cultural Center; one of the first handbags sold at the mall’s new Louis Vuitton store; and of course, a picture postcard of you smiling in front of the city’s entry feature on Aventura Boulevard proudly proclaiming: “Wish You Were Here!”

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Citibank hosts Miami-Dade Commissioner Sally Heyman BY BARI AUERBACH

“Taking care of business” was the theme of the Aventura Marketing Council’s May Business Development Committee meeting hosted by Citibank on Aventura Boulevard featuring a County Update presented by Miami-Dade Commissioner Sally Heyman (District 4). Citibank Business Banker Natasha Allenger and Paola Lobato, Financial Center Manager, helped welcome AMC business and community leaders along with Peter L. Fishel, CPA, Business Development Committee chair. During the meeting, Allenger and Lobato explained how Citibank’s expert solutions are helping companies succeed today - and as they grow. “Every business is fueled by cash - whether it’s to finance new equipment, staff up for a busy season or move into larger premises,” Allenger said. “That’s why Citibank offers credit products for a variety of needs; deposit solutions for every business stage; plus smart ways to put idle cash to work. “Citibank also has a wide variety of solutions tailored for specific industries; and ways to manage cash flow by processing receivables quickly. Doing all your banking at Citibank offers more than just convenience…it means you can get all your personal and business banking done during a single call or visit. Citibank makes it easier for you to have a ‘big-picture’ understanding of your personal finances and your business’ health.” Citibank premier services and solutions that help businesses grow, stay competitive and enhance customer satisfaction include: CitiBusiness Preferred Banking with benefits such as free monthly transactions, rebates and bonuses, special rates and pricing; CitiBusiness Online enabling you to view and manage account balances and activities; CitiBusiness Payroll Manager; Remote Check Deposit; and Merchant Card Processing. AMC entrepreneurs also commended Citibank for “quick thinking” ideas for businesses. At www.citibank.com, you can view “Citibank Aspects” featuring Citibank industry and market experts sharing their viewpoints on domestic and international issues of interest to mid-size businesses. Sharing her viewpoints on the merits of supporting businesses, Heyman alluded to her “Mom and Pop Small Business Grant Program,” noting, “Businesses are the foundation of the community. We have an obligation to help sustain and patronize small businesses.” Heyman also encouraged voting in favor of the proposed Miami-Dade County charter amendment advocating the creation of a Charter Review Committee that by two-thirds vote could place proposed charter changes on the ballot during presidential election years; and to take a close look at the spectrum of candidates running in special election on May 24. “Consider the candidates’ skills as if your lifestyle depends on it - everything from the quality of your neighborhood, transportation services and water you drink - to the assistance your business gets is at stake.” Expressing support for Jackson Memorial Hospital, Heyman said, “Jackson has got to stay – it’s a responsibility that we maintain healthcare for everyone. “She also spoke about the importance of moving forward with an FEC railway corridor and attempting to balance the county budget in “difficult times.” In summation, Heyman emphasized, “Now’s the time to pool your strengths and respective successes to step up, take it to the county level and say, ‘We have a concern about particular issues.’ Get out there, take hold of what you think is important for the community and get it done. You can all be a source of information and put your perspectives out there.”

For more information about Citibank, located on Aventura Boulevard, phone: 305-705-1062 or visit Citibank.com. To contact Miami-Dade Commissioner Sally Heyman (District 4), phone: 305-375-5128. To inquire about upcoming Aventura Marketing Council Business Development Committee meetings, phone: 305-932-5334

Anna Gulevitskaya, Kent Security and Ally Korn, Aventura Heart Center speak one-on-one with Comm. Sally Heyman (right)

Madelyn Fradkin, Mobile Assistant Direct; Eileen Glastein, Bnai Zion Foundation

Lori Fein, Prudential Florida Realty; North Miami Beach Councilwoman Phyllis Smith

Standing room only for Aventura Marketing Council’s Business Development meeting at Citibank Aventura

Citibank Aventura team: Marlene Eisen, Awilda Marrero, Nicole Sinanan, Miami-Dade Comm. Sally Heyman; Natasha Allenger; Sophia Stewart

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North Dade Justice Center Continued from page 1 –––––– and Judge Sheldon Schwartz. Chief Judge Joel Brown noted, “Thanks to all of the judges and their staff here at the North Dade Justice Center for organizing Law Day - a long-standing tradition. It’s important to recognize the importance of the legal system – truly the foundation of our country. We’re a nation of laws and for that to remain, we need a solid legal system that will protect everyone’s individual rights.” The Law Day event commenced with an invocation by Steven W. Davis, president of the Dade County Bar Association; the United States SOUTHERN COMMAND Color Guard presentation; Natalia Sulca singing the National Anthem; and the Pledge of Allegiance led by the Bailiffs of the North Dade Justice Center. Students attending the Law Day event were especially enlightened by remarks made by Judge Cooke who emphasized, “What John Adams did hundreds of years ago is an important lesson in advocacy, tolerance and the rule of law that serves us very well today. Shortly before Adams’ death, he was asked what decision was the most important of his career and he said, ‘One of the best pieces of service I ever rendered to my country was representing British soldiers charged in the Boston Massacre.’ “Today, lawyers representing the ‘unpopular’ prove the core of this country’s constitutional values remains intact. You are presumed innocent and the prosecution has to prove you’re guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. You have a right to trial by jury, to confront your accusers in open court and to see the evidence against you. In this country, our courts are the great leveler where all men are created equal.” During Law Day, winners of the North Dade Bar Association’s Law Day essay contest for students were announced. First place winner Briana Hawryluk of David Lawrence, Jr. K-8 Center wrote her essay on the topic of John Adams’ belief in the rule of law that people are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. Ruling Law Day 2011“highly successful,” North Dade Justice Center judges concurred, “This year’s Law Day enabled us to reach out once again and further educate our community about the judicial system…especially students, who are the future of our country.” Special thanks for supporting Law Day was expressed to public officials, organizations and participants including event sponsors: Sabadell United Bank; Higer Lichter & Givner, LLP; Law Office of Russel Lazega; Miami-Dade Florida Association for Women Lawyers; Cuban American Bar Association; Haitian Lawyers Association; North Dade Bar Association; Aventura Marketing Council, Katz & Katz, PA; and Rosenfield Stein Batta, PA.

Marcia G. Cooke; Chief Judge Joel Brown; Miami-Dade Comm. Sally Heyman Joel Goren, Sabadell United Bank; Steve Davis, President, Dade County Bar Association; Chief Judge Joel Brown; Jeff Levinson, Sabadell United Bank

Russel Lazega, Law Office of Russel Lazega with attorney Esther Blynn

North Dade Justice Center Bailiffs

Natalia Sulca sang the National Anthem

Students from Alonzo and Tracy Mourning Sr. High attended a special presentation during Law Day Judge Fleur Lobree; Chief Judge Joel Brown; Judge Linda Singer Stein; Judge Myriam Lehr

North Dade Bar Association Law Day Essay Contest Winner Briana Hawryluk, 8th Grade, David Lawrence Jr. K-8 Center

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celebrates 53rd ‘Law Day’

Elizabeth Martin, Grade 7, Linda Lentin K-8 Center

Russel Lazega and Esther Blynn present essay contest certificates

Belen Mella, Grade 8, Sunny Isles Beach K-8

Matthew Parkinson, Grade 8, Doctor’s Charter School of Miami Shores

Marcia G. Cooke presented with special gift from North Dade Justice Center Judges Linda Singer Stein, Myriam Lehr and Eric Hendon

Bianca Jean-Philippe, Grade 8, Andover Middle School; Melissa Lavoile, Grade 7, Thomas Jefferson Middle School

Costco North Miami brought a beautiful cake for the celebration

Aventura Comm. Bob Diamond; North Miami Beach Councilwoman Phyllis Smith; Sunny Isles Beach Mayor Norman Edelcup and Vice Mayor Lew Thaler; North Miami Vice Mayor Michael Blynn

Maggie Lamadrid and Johusse Gonzalez, U.S. Century Bank; Lance Detotto, Newport Beachside Hotel & Resort

Judge Myriam Lehr; Judge Sheldon Schwartz; Aventura Mayor Susan Gottlieb

(PHOTOS BY ANDREW GOLDSTEIN)

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2011 Chevy Volt has automotive technology of the future Ron Beasley LET’S TALK CARS I finally got my chance to spend some extended time behind the wheel of the Volt, Chevrolet’s new plug-in electric car, and I must say it was well worth the wait. It’s smooth and powerful, and for the most part it drives and handles much the same as a gasoline-powered car. Certainly, it’s a lot quieter. In fact, the fivedoor, four-passenger Volt hardly makes any noise at all when idling or accelerating. Press the pedal and it accelerates quietly and instantaneously, and it’s surprisingly fast. It has an onboard twocycle gasoline engine that powers a generator and re-charges the battery as you drive. So, although the battery range on a full charge is only about 40 miles, the generator kicks in seamlessly when the battery gets low and recharges it, giving you a range of about 379 miles on a fully charged battery and a full tank of gas. And, if you fill up the gas tank, you can run for another 379 miles. Keep

refilling the gas tank and you could drive across country in a Volt. Chevy says the Volt running strictly on gasoline gets 37 mpg, while an all-electric operation delivers the equivalent of 93 mpg. There’s an eight-year/100,000-mile warranty on the 16-kWh lithium-ion battery pack. It’s T-shaped, about 5.5-feet long, weighs 435 pounds and fits neatly under the rear seat and center shaft. Theoretically, after eight years you could swap out the battery and continue driving your Volt. But continuing improvements in technology probably dictate that you trade in your old Volt on a new one when the battery finally dies. Since 2007, GM engineers have completed more than a million miles and four million hours of testing of Volt battery packs, as well as each pack’s nine modules and 288 cells. GM says the development, validation and test teams have met thousands of specifications and validated each of the Volt battery’s 161 components, 95 percent of which GM designed and engineered. GM engineers have made extensive use of high-strength steel and a full suite of the latest vehicle safety technologies to give the driver and passengers adequate protection in the event of a crash. They also have developed such new technologies as configurable

New Chevy Volt is an aerodynamically styled five-door, four passenger electric car.

displays, OnStar Mylink Mobile App for Chevrolet and the <www.MyVolt.com> website to enhance the experience of owning the electric car. GM says that every major element of the Volt was designed and analyzed for efficiency, including the aerodynamic exterior, lightweight wheels, specially designed tires and the energy-saving premium stereo system. The Volt is offered in one very well-equipped standard trim level, along with two option

packages — a Premium Trim Package and a Rear Camera and Park Assist Package. Total price on the 2011 Chevrolet Volt is $41,000, including a $720 destination charge. A $7,500 federal tax credit is available. 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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2011 Hurricane Preparedness Summit To be held on Thursday, June 9th at 7:00 p.m. at the Aventura Government Center BY LEE STEPHENS The City of Aventura in conjunction with The Continental Group and 610 WIOD News Talk Radio will host a “2011 Hurricane Preparedness Summit” on Thursday, June 9th at 7:00 p.m. at the Aventura Government Center located on 19200 West Country Club Drive, Aventura, FL 33180. The event is open to Condo Association Board Members, Property Managers, and all residents of the Aventura community and admission is free. Moderated by 610 WIOD’s Manny Munoz, co-host of South Florida’s First News, the interactive panel will discuss best practices in hurricane preparedness with members of the community and focus on helping attendees create a realistic, functional plan that is critical for successful preparation, response and recovery. Panelists will include Robert Ebaugh, Weather Service Specialist from the National Weather Service; TCG representatives Louis Pincus, Senior Vice President High Rise; Bill Worrall, Corporate Vice President; Clay Thomas, Quality Assurance Manager; Aventura Police Captain Steven Seefchack; Aventura Building Official Raul Rodriguez. Topics will include steps for creating a personal hurricane plan; how to protect your community, common areas, and property; how to prepare for an evacuation; what to expect before, during and after a storm; and community training and preparedness for hirise condominiums if a hurricane strikes the City of Aventura.

This is the second condo hurricane preparedness summit TCG and 610 WIOD News Radio have coordinated in the past month to help residents educate themselves before a natural disaster strikes. The Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1st and ends November 30th; projections point toward an active 2011. With over 63 communities over 2.7 square miles of land, the City of Aventura understands the need for condominium specific hurricane preparation in order to minimize property loss and injuries. When it comes to hurricane preparedness and disaster recovery, TCG, a leading community association management company, provides useful advice on the response to and protection from hurricanes, as well as disaster recovery services to its properties. “Many cities across the U.S. have suffered from a dangerous storm weather season and it is critical that property owners take every opportunity to stay informed on what to do in the event of a hurricane or severe weather storms,” said Eric M. Soroka, Aventura City Manager. “The panel of hurricane professionals will assist our city residents with useful information tailored to their specific needs such as preparing for an evacuation, power outage and what to do with a family member with special medical needs.” For more information please call 305466-8930 or visit www.cityofaventura.com. To learn more about The Continental Group, call (954) 925-8200, toll-free: (800) 215-2316 or visit www.thecontinentalgroupinc.com.

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Denise Rubin Talks Real Estate

Bang for your Buck

Denise Rubin REAL ESTATE How to fix up your house to get a payday when you sell. When upgrades are worth it and when they are a waste of money. Where to fix up? Put money to spruce up?! You ask yourself where to put your money. If you spend 5% you get up to 10% back. Here are the three beast and worst ways to spend your money. The number one best investment is a new front door. It only costs $1100 to $1200 and you get so much more back. It’s cheap and people immediately decide if the house is worth it or not by their first impression! Number 2 is a new garage door. You get 87% back if you spend $1290 you will get $1083 back. Especially if it is 50% of the front façade. Number three is to add a deck. Without one there is something missing. It is a visual extension of the inside space. People day dream about enjoying themselves and how they would love using it. A 10x30 deck will cost $10,000 and you get 75% back.

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The worst ideas and poor choices to spend money that bring no bang for your buck. Number one is a home office remodel. It is expensive and often the idea is from the man of the house. It is very costly to build out and the equipment is also. The average home office will cost $28,000 and you get only $13,000. Worst of all, you lose a bedroom. Buyers shop by bedrooms. The second bad idea is a sunroom. It costs $75,000 to build and cool and you never use it. The third worst idea is a bathroom. It’s not worth it. It will cost $40,000, but if you just nip and tuck you can make it look good enough. So remember, first impressions are so very important. It’s like starting your day off right or wrong. I choose to workout at Equinox where I train with James and it jump starts my day with a good breakfast and a good frame of mind. The clothes you pick will send the right or wrong impression. Just like the way you feel when you approach what may possibly be your new home, your mind may be made up before you even step inside. Call Denise Rubin at 305-409-0019 for all your real estate needs and visit www.deniserubin.com for listings and virtual tours.

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Former U.S. Senator Graham’s novel chillingly close to reality

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Respected and trusted by leaders on both sides of the political aisle, former U.S. Senator Bob Graham of Florida chaired the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, was a presidential candidate with 18 years of service in the U.S. Senate, and a twoterm governor of Florida. Now, based on actual events, he has written a compelling political thriller, Keys to the Kingdom (Vanguard Press; June 2011; $25.99). With a story line that cuts chillingly close to true-life dealings, it raises penetrating questions and all-too-real alarming predictions. Sen. Graham will be in the Miami area on Friday, June 17, 8 p.m., at Books and Books, 265 Aragon Ave. in Coral Gables, and Saturday, June 18, 4 p.m., Books and Books Airport Store, Concourse D Gate D25. In the novel: Retired U.S. Senator John Billington, a co-chair of the 9/11 Congressional Inquiry Commission, sets off a firestorm of protest when he suggests in a New York Times op-ed that Saudi Arabia — aka “The Kingdom” — was behind the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Billington asks: Will Saudi Arabia assist in future attacks within the U.S., does the Kingdom have the bomb, and why is the administration engaged in a comprehensive, sustained cover-up to keep answers from the American people? Less than two weeks later, Billington is murdered — but not before slipping a detailed briefing to ex-Special Forces operative Tony Ramos, a street-smart Miami Cuban, proficient in Pashto and Arabic,

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with a love of fine clothing that has tagged him “the Will Smith of State” at the State Department’s Bureau of Intelligence and Research. Soon Tony is on the road and on the run for his life, collaborating with Billington’s estranged, enticing and egotistical daughter, Laura, to solve her father’s murder and discover the hidden agendas that ominously threaten the security of America and the world. In a race against time, betrayals, and layers of deceit, Tony uncovers a shocking international conspiracy linking Saudi Arabia — the Kingdom — to Osama bin Laden and al-Qaeda, in an investigation that spans Saudi Arabia, India, Pakistan, Malaysia, and Afghanistan. Targeted by an assassin and framed for murder, will he be able to honor the senator’s last wish and thwart al-Qaeda’s planned nuclear attacks, as they escalate toward a final massacre in the United States? In Keys to the Kingdom, Sen. Graham delivers a page-turner that sounds a warning and is thoroughly entertaining.

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‘Serene to Extreme’ fitness BY BARI AUERBACH When it comes to your fitness routine – it can really get “routine” and boring if you keep doing the same workout day-in and day-out. It’s important to change up your workouts to avoid hitting progress plateaus. Now, just time in time to help everyone get their beach bodies ready for summer, Olympia Gym in Aventura is presenting a schedule of versatile classes to keep workouts “fresh and fun” – everything from serene yoga to extreme ultimate fitness/boot camp challenges. Here is a sampling of just some of the classes offered on a daily basis…for a complete schedule, visit olympiagym.com Monday: Start the day off with rejuvenating Power Yoga at 8 a.m. or burn and tone with a Step & Sculpt class at 9 a.m. Then come back to Olympia at 7:30 p.m. for a high-energy Spinning class. Tuesday: It’s 7 a.m. and the parking lot in front of Olympia is already filling up with fitness enthusiasts gearing up for Spinning class, followed by an Ultimate Fitness/ Sculpting class at 9 a.m. Then to develop hard-core strength, Pilates Reformer classes start at 11:30 a.m. (on Tuesdays and Fridays). Later in the evening, the turnout is even greater for the most popular Zumba class at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday: “Just breathe” and prepare to take on the day with a 7:15 a.m. Yoga class. Then, everyone who wants rock hard abs never misses the 8:30 a.m. Abs class. If anyone asks, “So you think you can dance?” Say “Yes! I’m taking Dance Lab at 6:30 p.m.” - yet another innovative Olympia class. Thursday: For ultimate power and energy, try the Power Sculpting class at 10 a.m. Then see why everyone lines up to experience Bodyforging…From body fat burning with deep muscle burning exercises – to the internal balance of “mind, body, soul” flexibility and core training, Bodyforging can strengthen the whole body with no weights or big machines.

According to Bodyforging founder and master instructor Kevin Philion, “Bodyforging combines philosophies inherent in martial arts, power yoga and Tai Chi…You’ll maximize fat loss and flexibility with power poses, concentration, and balance…Bodyforging focuses on deep breathing, low heart rate and non-impact basic movements.” Friday: Olympia wants you as a new recruit for Boot Camp at 9 a.m. People of all fitness levels can participate and work at their own pace. Saturday and Sunday: Weekends at Olympia keep every body busy with classes from 9 a.m. to noon ranging from Spinning, Bodyforging and Power Yoga – to Zumba, Ultimate Fitness and Kickboxing. Win-Win Bonus: Through June 30, referring a friend or relative to join Olympia on an annual or open membership can earn you $20 – plus registration in a drawing for grand prizes including 12 personal training sessions, a kayak, beach bike and 40” flat screen T.V.

For a complete schedule of daily classes, visit olympiagym.com or stop by Olympia Gym in Aventura’s Promenade Shops (20335 Biscayne Boulevard), phone: 305932-3500. One-on-one and group personal training sessions as well as Power Plate classes are also available

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Treating Thyroid Problems with Acupuncture BY MARIA STELLATO & ADRIANA PEREZ

When functioning properly, the thyroid gland secretes just the right amount of thyroid hormone to regulate almost all the metabolic processes in your body. Too much or too little of these vital body chemicals and it can drastically influence energy levels, body weight and your mental health. With over 20 million Americans living with some form of thyroid disease, much attention has been given to the many ways that acupuncture and Oriental medicine can treat thyroid problems. The thyroid is a butterfly shaped gland that sits in the front of the neck. It is responsible for energy, metabolism, hormone regulation, body weight and blood calcium levels. Thyroid disorders stem from either an overproduction (hyperthyroidism) or underproduction (hypothyroidism) of thyroid hormones. Hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism can be diagnosed by testing the levels of thyroid hormones in your blood. Hormones secreted by the thyroid are measured, as

well as thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), a chemical released by the pituitary gland that triggers hormone production in the thyroid. Some milder forms of hypothyroidism can also be detected by a consistently low basal body temperature. How can acupuncture help? Both Western and Eastern medicine offer various methods to restore thyroid hormone levels. Western treatments rely mainly on drugs and surgery while Eastern treatments aim to restore immune function as well as balance the production and release of thyroid hormones through a variety of approaches ranging from acupuncture and herbal remedies to lifestyle changes and special exercises. In the treatment to thyroid problems, acupuncture can be used to restore hormonal balance, regulate energy levels, smooth emotions and help manage sleep, emotions and menstrual problems. There are several powerful acupuncture points on the ear and the body that can be used to regulate the production of thyroid hormones. Treatments take all of your symptoms into account and are aimed at balancing the energy within the body to optimize health.

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Susan G. Komen For the Cure Miami/Fort Lauderdale Affiliate recently announced that it raised more than $2 million to support the fight against breast cancer during the fiscal year ending in March. The moneys raised will fund 33 grants to a diverse group of non-profit healthcare organizations, public health agencies and community groups in Miami-Dade, Broward and Monroe counties that will further the Komen mission of eliminating breast cancer. This year the affiliate added six new organizations to its list of grantees. Numerous medically underserved individuals will be impacted by the grant dollars that will provide for mammograms and thousands more will be impacted by education and awareness programs. In accordance with Komen’s guidelines, 75 percent of the net dollars raised through local events, including the annual Race for the Cure, will stay in the community to fund breast cancer screenings, education

and treatment initiatives. This year more than $1 million will stay in Miami-Dade, Broward and Monroe counties. The remaining 25 percent will be pooled with Komen’s national efforts to fund research programs, which this year includes $55 million allocated for research grants at 56 institutions across the country and internationally. “There are many organizations in our local community that focus on breast health by educating the public, increasing access to services and spreading awareness of early detection,” said Bobbi Meyers, executive director of the foundation’s Miami/Fort Lauderdale Affiliate. “Each year our goal is to provide these organizations with the funding they need to meet their goals and contribute to our overall vision: a world without breast cancer.” The 2011 Miami/Fort Lauderdale Race For the Cure will take place on Saturday, Oct. 15, at Bayfront Park. For additional information or to volunteer, call 305-383-7116 or visit online at <www.komenmiaftl.org>.

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The keys to shopping at Sarah’s Tent

BY LEVI MEYER

If you haven’t tasted the prepared foods at Sarah’s Tent in The Shoppes at the Waterways, I have two words for you: “Moroccan Fish.� Well, truth be told, I could never sum up the delicious foods offered at Sarah’s Tent Kosher Gourmet Food Market in two words. I could possibly use a series of words like “fresh, pull-apart whole wheat challah� or “savory sweet and sour chicken� or “sweet, bakery-fresh Rugelach� or “scrumptious stuffed grape leaves� or “terrific Thai pasta� to describe just a few of the delicious prepared foods offered. I’ve worked in kitchens my whole life, from my mother’s kitchen to summer camp kitchens and even the kitchen on my base in the Israeli Defense Force. I love to cook, but I must sadly admit that the only cooking I’ve done since I started shopping at Sarah’s Tent is preheat the oven. I can’t help myself and you won’t be able to either. It’s really that good. To shop at Sarah’s Tent, there are some secrets to be shared. The place is full on Thursday night and Friday when the

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kitchen seems to go into hyper drive to accommodate for the Shabbat rush of shoppers. So, here’s a little check list to get you started: A wise shopper always starts the shopping experience by visiting your “amigo� at the pizza shop to order a large veggie pizza so it’s hot and ready when it’s time to check out. A wise shopper will preorder a deli or cheese platter for their next Miami Heat Playoff game or any other such event. A wise shopper will stock up to get through the week and be ready to refill the fridge on the following Thursday. A wise shopper will never neglect the bakery section, full of fresh rolls and pita. Finally, a wise shopper should flag down one of the store’s wine experts to learn about the best kosher wines on special that week. The grocery aisles are packed with tons of your favorite kosher and Israeli foods. The refrigerators are stocked full with cheeses and sweets like Emek Edam or Milkys (a personal favorite). Since Sarah’s Tent is a complete grocery store, I was even able to find all the necessary ingredients for home made sushi, including frozen imitation crab meat, seaweed sheets and ginger. Though the store’s snack isles are

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full of Israeli and kosher treats like Bamba, Bissli and Pesek Zman, you will also find regular grocery store items on the shelves, such as Arizona Tea, Honest Tea and Terra chips. They even have hookah and hookah products available at the front of the store, near the checkout counters. Sarah’s Tent is not just another place for kosher eaters; it’s a must for everyone who loves Middle Eastern food. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful and the store hours more convenient than most kosher grocery stores. Living in a large city, we are fortunate to have many kosher restaurants and grocery stores. I’ve been to many of them, and each one has its own charm and advantages. Many come and go, but year in and year out, Sarah’s Tent consistently proves itself to be among the best of the best in kosher variety, quality and service – not just in

Aventura, but in all of South Florida. If you have never been or haven’t visited in a while, I recommend putting Sarah’s Tent on your list of weekly shopping stops. If you’re a regular, then you’re probably nodding your head and smiling, because you know this is all true.

Sarah’s Tent Kosher Gourmet Food Market is located at 3565 NE 207 Street in The Shoppes at the Waterways in Aventura. The phone number is 305-9332888. For more information, visit <www.sarahstentfla.com.> Levi Meyer is a resident of Sunny Isles Beach and a member of the local Jewish community. He has spent most of his life in South Florida and has also lived in Tallahassee, New York, California and Israel. He can be reached by e-mail at meyerlevi@gmail.com.

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Republicans, be careful what you crow about R. Kenneth Bluh KENNETH’S COMMENTARY Years ago, while visiting a friend of mine who owned a large mortgage banking firm in Coral Gables, I learned a great lesson. Sitting across his desk I asked him: “How’s business?” “Okay,” was his response. Knowing better, I said, “Allan, I know you are doing fabulously; you are setting the market on fire!” Allan looked at me and said, “Kenneth, see that little red mother bird perched on the top of the tree in the corner of the office — the one with its beak wide open? She was singing to the high heavens about her beautiful new baby chick when a hawk swooped down from the sky and ate her. The lesson: never brag too loud about your success or competition will swoop in and eat you alive!” Lesson well learned. Tea Party members, don’t brag too loud about your short-term success in winning seats in Washington and around the nation. You are disenfranchising Republicans who are conservative but not so far to the right as you. Your party is losing support. You are for-

getting the old principal of politics: Stay to the left or the right, your choice, and move carefully toward the center until you have sufficient votes to control the election. Then don’t crow about your success — how conservative, or liberal you are. Look at what just happened in Jacksonville — a conservative Republican stronghold in Florida. A Democrat walked off with the mayors’ race. Why? In my opinion, the Tea Party bragged too loud about how great the Republican Legislature, the ultra conservative legislature and the Tea Party darling Gov. Rick Scott, did during the last session in Tallahassee. Remember, there also are fiscal conservatives in the Democratic Party who support conserving the taxpayer’s dollar and controlling a runaway budget. We share a conservative approach to government. But, being to the right of Attila the Hun isn’t the way, in the long run, to win over a majority of the public. The recent Florida legislative session didn’t do the State of Florida too many favors. We let our school children down. In the long run we damaged the prospect of new corporations moving to Florida as they always are looking for communities that offer an educated youth. That, Florida isn’t producing. New Jersey, California and New York, with their high corporate taxes, retain the major corporations because of their quality of education.

VIEWPOINT Cutting corporate taxes, as we have discussed before, doesn’t create employment growth. Only one thing creates employment growth and that is an increased demand by the public, for more goods and services. With that growth in demand, employers both large and small must hire more employees to meet the increased demands of the buying public. Our legislature let the state down when it effectively did away with community growth oversight management. No longer must a company wishing to create a major development go to Tallahassee for review and approval. All growth management will be controlled on a county level. Just picture the next time a limestone mining company in northwest Miami-Dade wants to start blasting and mining a new field near a residential neighborhood. Just go to the county commission for approval? That simplified the process. Make a few campaign contributions and the permit will be issued. I think many voters in Jacksonville, including Republicans and conservative independent registered voters, looked at the legislative/governor giveaway to the insurance

industry and the prospects, no certainty, of another round of property insurance premium increases and said, “I think I will vote for a Democrat. Those Republicans have forgotten us and are only thinking about their campaign support from major corporations in Florida.” I don’t think the ultra conservative Republican Legislature and Gov. Scott are setting the stage for a Republican victory over President Obama in two years. I think they are setting the stage for a more “centrist” Republican move to the left — away from too right wing politics. Sometimes I think the Tea Party is more interested in making a point than they are in winning an election. They would rather give a seat to a Democrat then let a liberal Republican win an election. We appreciate your opinions on this column whether in agreement or disagreement. Please send your comments to (fax number) 305-662-6980 or email to < l e tters@communitynewspapers.com>. The opinions expressed in this column are not necessarily those of this newspaper, its editors or publisher.

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