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Health Care Corner February is American Heart Month BY GRETCHEN SEMANCIK

Development Director, Heart Walk American Heart Association Know the Risks, Share the Knowledge, Save a Life February often brings to mind thoughts of Valentine’s Day and images of hearts. But the heart is much more than a symbol – it is also the vital organ that pumps blood throughout our body. We tend to take our heart for granted until our own heart or that of a loved one stops working properly. Regrettably, more than 80 million American adults suffer from heart disease, stroke, or some other form of cardiovascular disease. In recognition of the need to continue the fight against heart disease, our nation’s No. 1 killer, each year the President designates February as American Heart Month. During Heart Month, we encourage you to take a few easy steps to join in our mission to build healthier lives free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke.

How can you assist our mission? 1. Know the signs of a Heart Attack Many people have the misconception that a heart attack comes on –––––See

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DBC Kicks Off 2012 Installs Board Members

From left to right: Peter Jude - Kendall Regional Medical Center, Armando Fernandez - HBW Services, Raul Pino - Marriott Vacation Club-Villas at Doral, Nelson Penalver - Logistical Outsourcing, Charles Cheng - Tm Telecom, Kathi Rutter - Clear Channel Outdoor

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oral Business Council (DBC), the business force for Doral has installed new officers for the 2012 year. The new board members and committee chairpersons were sworn in by City of Doral Mayor, Juan Carlos Bermudez at the January Signature breakfast held at the Intercontinental at Doral Miami. Eli Panell, founding and managing member of Panell Law Firm, LLC was installed as the 2012 Chairman. Eli, is a member in good standing of the Florida Bar and he is admitted to practice law before the Florida Supreme Court

and the United States Tax Court. Eli is also a Certified Public Accountant in Florida and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. This year, Eli wants to help each one of the members understand that the opportunities at the DBC are endless. His 3 main goals are to: • Grow the memberships • Implement top-notch programs and events • Create a DBC Foundation This year’s DBC Board of Directors is comprised of veteran members, which include immediate past chairman, Michael Wermuth, Gonzalez and Wermuth; Chair-

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elect, Maria Prado, Simon Properties; Kathi Rutter, Clear Channel Outdoor; James Paul Gueits, Fowler, Rodriguez, Valdes-Fauli; Carlos Jose, Aviation Department; Tony de Rosa, Westvest Associates; And Charles Cheng, tmTelcom. New board members are: Peter Jude, Kendall Regional Medical Center; Armando Fernandez, HBW Insurance and Financial Services, Inc.; Raul Pino, Marriott Vacations Worldwide; Nelson Penalver, Logistical Outsourcing. The DBC is a non-profit organization comprised of business leaders working to foster economic growth in the community by forming strategic alliances, offering communication forums and keeping abreast on issues of interest to its members. It offers its members a platform to interact with business leaders in the economic development of the South Florida regions. “I’m looking forward to working with this outstanding group of business leaders, who share in the commitment of being part of shaping our community,” said Eli. The DBC kicked off its Signature breakfast series with M. John Richard, President and CEO of the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts and this month, City of Doral Mayor, Juan Carlos Bermudez was the keynote speaker. Great Florida Bank hosted the first After Hours Connections event of the year, while over 60 people attended the January Small Business Spotlight event. For more information about DBC memberships, events, and sponsorship opportunities, visit: www.doralbusiness. com, email: info@doralbusiness.com or call: 305-470-9597.

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Downtown Doral Park Marks Groundbreaking The City of Doral and Codina Partners in association with CM Doral Development Company recently celebrated the groundbreaking milestone of Downtown Doral Park. The three-acre public park in Downtown Doral will include an open air pavilion with benches and picnic tables and two play structures geared towards children ages 5 and under and 5-12 years old. Downtown Doral, a mixed-use development in the heart of the city, will feature residential units, commercial space and an educational component. “Downtown Doral will not only benefit our residents but will also help businesses in this area,” said Doral Mayor Juan Carlos Bermudez. “It promises to be an economic engine bringing much needed jobs to South Florida.” Codina Partners expects the park facility to be completed by spring 2012 in conjunction with the new Doral Government Center, an estimated $22 million development that will be LEED Silver certified. Construction of the new Doral Government Center began in October 2010. The build-

Doral Mayor Juan Carlos Bermudez and Armando Codina, Chairman/CEO of Codina Partners

ing is located on a 1.8 acre site near N.W. 53rd Ter. and 84th Ave. and offers 250 parking spaces.

Groundbreakers include (l-r) Doral Council members Luigi Boria, Pete Cabrera, Ana Maria Rodriguez, Mayor Juan Carlos Bermudez, Armando Codina, Chairman/CEO, Codina Partners; Vice Mayor Michael “Mike” DiPietro, City Manager Yvonne Soler-McKinley and Joe Dobronyi, Vice President, J.P. Morgan. (Photos by David Cabrera, Gort Productions). ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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suddenly and intensely, as Hollywood depicts it on screen. However, many heart attacks come on gradually with mild pain or discomfort. Because of the preconceived notions, people who are actually experiencing symptoms of a heart attack may not know what is wrong with them. 2. Learn CPR In one afternoon you could learn CPR and how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED) — two skills that can help save the lives of victims of sudden cardiac arrest. That’s why the American Heart Association urges Americans to learn CPR and support community AED programs. The more prepared we are to treat sudden cardiac arrest, the more lives we can save. Take action for the people you love. Visitwww. heart.org/CPRAndECC to find a CPR class in your neighborhood 3.Take Control of Your Heart Health Check out our new website, Heart Hub for Patients, at http://www.hearthub.org . This new resource provides patients, families, and caregivers with tools and resources to manage your

cardiovascular health. Use these online tools to understand your risks and treatment options. Visit our Health Centers to find a library of topic-focused articles, resources, and to view presentations and videos. 4. Get Involved Join us in the fight against cardiovascular diseases and stroke! Call to see how you can participate and help us achieve our mission to build healthier lives free of cardiovascular disease and stroke. About the American Heart Association Founded in 1924, we’re the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary health organization dedicated to building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular disease and stroke. To help prevent, treat and defeat these diseases — America’s No. 1 and No. 4 killers — we fund cutting-edge research, conduct lifesaving public and professional educational programs, and advocate to protect public health. To learn more or join us in helping all Americans, call 1-800-AHA-USA1 or visit www.heart.org

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Do you or someone you know have “Tinea Cruris/Jock Itch”? FXM Research in Miami is looking for males and females 12 years or older that suffer from Tinea Cruris/Jock Itch to participate in a six [6] study-visit clinical research study. Medical Insurance is not required for study participation. Qualified participants will receive:

• Evaluation by a Board Certified Dermatologist. • Investigational Study Medication at no cost. • Reimbursement for time and travel up to $250.00.

¿Tiene usted o alguien que usted conozca “Tinea Cruris u Hongos Entre Sus Piernas/Muslos”? FXM Research en Miami está buscando hombres y mujeres entre las edades de 12 años o más que sufran de Hongos Entre Sus Piernas/Muslos, para participar en un estudio de investigación clínico que requiere seis [6] visitas. Seguro Médico no es requerido para su participación en el estudio. Los participantes que califiquen recibirán: • Evaluaciones por un Dermatólogo Certificado. • Los medicamentos bajo investigación a no costo. • Compensación por tiempo y transporte hasta $250.00.

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Director Sales & Marketing, Caribbean, South & Central America, F/T Miami

Barbara Buxton, J.D., LL.M.

Utilizes industry intelligence based on 8 or more yrs of experience as Senior Manager marketing and sales of consumer electronics for the Latin and Central American and Caribbean Basin Region to forecast market trends for various audio, video and HD consumer electronics product lines, by country, by product/units, including interpretation of manufacturer indicated inventory schedules and consideration of margin drivers as these impact supply and demand in each country. Has ultimate responsibility for meeting monthly and annual sales and gross profit forecasts, for developing major customers, for assisting regional sales manager in identifying and closing new business opportunities, for hiring and training and retaining outstanding sales people in each country through structuring sales team incentive package; for managing resources efficiently and effectively to increase sales and gain market share year-over-year. Has exclusive responsibility for negotiating favorable prices and payment terms for purchase of goods in complex global markets and must use all options in currency variables before a trade is executed. Will build on region-wide country-specific experience with consumer electronic products suppliers and in-depth technical knowledge of audio, video and HD to evaluate, price and assess markets for various products, existing and under development. As needed, utilizes and applies country specific intimate knowledge of various complex rules, regulations and technical standards governing the sale of consumer electronics. Performs all actions demonstrating intimate knowledge of the cultural diversity and trade practices of each country, in-depth knowledge and experience with the regional consultative selling techniques and effective use of multi-currency pricing and supply-chain management. Will conduct and memorialize negotiations in Spanish, Portuguese and English, demanding oral and written fluency. Travels abroad 40% or more. Req: Bachelor Sales/Marketing/Communication or Engineering. Min. 8 yrs’ senior management experience marketing & sales of consumer electronics Caribbean Basin, Central and Latin America. Competitive salary and benefits. Must be authorized to accept permanent employment in the US and willing to travel abroad. Cover letter w/resume via e-mail to: Herb Gunasekera at herbg@palaccigroup.com

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New Shelton School Hosts Chamber Event

PowerBusiness Breakfast group includes (l-r): David Sambuco, Hotwire Business Systems; County Appraiser Pedro Garcia; Carmen Lopez, Vice Prresident and Manny Sarmiento, President, Doral Chamber of Commerce. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

The Doral Chamber of Commerce recently kicked off its first ”PowerBusiness Networking Breakfast” of 2012 at the new Shelton Academy on Jan. 20. Miami-Dade County Property Appraiser Pedro Garcia was speaker for the gathering, attended by many local business, community and civic leaders, including Doral Councilmen Pete Cabrera and Luigi Boria; former Doral Councilwoman Sandra Ruiz; and Bettina Rodriguez Aguilera from Doral’s Economic Development department. After the keynote address, Georgina Prats, CEO of Shelton Academy, provided

chamber members and guests with a private tour of this unique pre-kindergarten through eighth grade school.To learn more about Shelton Academy (K-8) or the Joy of Learning (Pre-K), visit <www.sheltonacademyschools.com.> The Doral Chamber “PowerBusiness Breakfast” is a monthly networking opportunity, created in 2008 as a vision of Manny Sarmiento, President and Carmen Lopez, Vice President, to provide opportunities for business growth and development for all Doral and area businesses. For information of the Doral Chamber of Commerce, visit <www.doralchamberofcommerce.org>.

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Miami Herald Moving to Doral

Former U.S. Southern Command HQ building Leased by Miami Herald

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The Miami Herald Media Company (“Miami Herald”) has agreed to terms to relocate to a 158,265 square foot office building in Doral, formerly the headquarters of U.S. Southern Command. The two-story building will be renamed “One Herald Plaza at Wespointe Business Park” with an adjacent six-acre site purchased directly east of the building to house the newspapers press units within a new 119,000 square-foot structure. The Miami Herald Media Company will remain in place at its current home in downtown Miami through May 24, 2013 under leasing terms of the Biscayne Bay property sold to casino interests for redevelopment. The Herald was represented by Blanca Commercial Real Estate President and CEO Tere Blanca, Vice Chairman Hank Klein, and Executive Vice Presidents Danet Linares and David Valdez. The team also included Jose Hevia of Aligned Properties, who provided strategic counsel on the project’s construction and development components, and Jose Juncadella of Fairchild Partners, who advised on the industrial market. Westpointe Business Park owner GPA-I, L.P., a Tennessee-based limited partnership, was represented by CB Richard Ellis.

“Westpointe Business Park offered the perfect mix of functionality, flexibility and access,” said Blanca... “The project’s setting in the fast-growing Doral business district and close proximity to South Florida’s major expressways will enable the Miami Herald Media Company to continue to advance its mission as South Florida’s largest news source.” Given its history as the former home of U.S. Southern Command, the Miami Herald’s future headquarters is equipped with a number of design and construction features that will enhance productivity and ensure operations continue under any circumstance. These include backup generators, high impact bullet-proof glass, and an uninterrupted power supply system. The building offers ample on-site parking for employees and visitors. Westpointe Business Park is located at 3511 NW 91st Avenue in the heart of the City of Doral, long recognized as a corporate and business hub with more than 9,000 businesses and several Fortune 500 companies. With a commercial population that swells to more than 150,000 employees daily and a residential population that more than doubled from 20,000 in 2000 to more than 45,000 in 2010, Doral is one of South Florida’s fastest growing cities.

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Alein Cadalso Named Int’l Mall ‘Goes Red’ Manager of Int’l Mall for Heart Fund Feb. 23 Alein Cadalso, a professional in retail management, strategic operations and business development, has been named general manager of Miami International Mall. The announcement was made by Ozzie Dominguez, regional vice president, South Florida, of Simon Property Group. As general manager, Cadalso will be responsible for all aspects of Miami International Mall including mall operations, tenant relations, leasing, marketing, business development, security and customer service. The Mall currently provides more than 140 retail, restaurant and entertainment venues. Cadalso joined Simon Property Group in 2007 as the general manager of The Shops At Sunset Place, another Simon retail center. Prior to that, he was general manager for Westland Mall in Hialeah, Florida. Cadalso holds a B.S. degree in industrial and system engineering from Florida International University and completed a Mini-MBA program at George Mason University in Northern Virginia. F o r additional information, visit <www.simon.com>.

Miami International Mall invites ladies to step out in their best red to help raise funds for the American Heart Association’s “Go Red For Women” initiative on Feb. 23 from 6 to 8 p.m. Models will reveal the latest trends in red from Macy’s while fashion show attendees in Center Court indulge in hors d’oeuvres, wine tastings and a silent auction.

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“Go Red For Women” is the American Heart Association’s nationwide movement that celebrates the passion and power of women to band together and wipe out heart disease. Proceeds from a silent auction help fund research into the causes, diagnosis and treatment of heart disease. Donations of $20 are asked.

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• Fitness & Defense • Life Long Flexibility through Pilates

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Living life to the fullest requires flexibility. Some tasks and activities require more flexibility in the hip and leg areas and others may need more in their shoulder and neck areas. We all can agree that flexibility is of the utmost importance in staying healthy and fit for life, whether playing tennis, soccer or football or enjoying activities with your children or grandchildren. An essential factor to body movement,

Chinese martial arts use the analogy of a bamboo plant to describe Kung Fu and Tai Chi. Bamboo is not as thick or as wide as an oak tree or most other trees. Yet when Hurricane Andrew destroyed parts of South Florida, a bamboo farm was untouched. Bamboo is hard, yet soft (Ying and Yang). A bamboo tree stems strong roots. Its characteristics are tall, straight strong sprouts. When the wind blows bamboo flows and bends with the wind. In the same way, your spine should be flexible enough to bend like bamboo and still stay firm and strong. Pilates is your key to spinal flexibility and can teach you to align your body for a healthier, stronger you. I had very bad posture as a child which led to bad posture and numerous injuries as an adult. Pilates training not only improved my posture but relieved me of pain, as well. Pilates can help you find that mind-body link that will

Elena Anta: Professional in Pilates flexibility can be defined as the range of motion (ROM) around a joint. Past injuries to your body structure can create a detrimental factor in your range of motion. Yet anyone of almost any age can increase their ROM if trained properly. Pilates help lengthen your long muscles to help flexibility. If injuries or tightness have set back your progress in any sport or activity, Pilates will help you reach your own personal potential for that activity. Doctors, athletes and fitness professionals agree that posture and spinal flexibility are of the utmost importance. A healthy

give you spinal awareness and help correct your posture by aligning spinal elements. My wife, Elena, a fully-certified Pilates mat and equipment and Piloxing instructor, can advise you on a proper workout routine. For more information on Pilates, log onto <MiamiPilates.net>. Julio Anta, martial arts and fitness instructor, is the owner of Anta’s Fitness and Self Defense, 10721 N.W. 58 St. in Doral since 1998. You can contact him by calling 305599-3649; via the internet :< fitdef@aol.com>; or visit <www.antakung-

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Enthusiastic Start for MCS Year MIAMI CHRISTIAN

UPDATE BY GLORIA BURNS

At Miami Christian School, the year began with lots of excitement in arts, sports and academics. Gina Hubler, President and Director of Education for Miami Mosaic Art Academy and Creative Spirits provided an art course as guest lecturer for middle

with art classes, after school programs, and summer camps. Homecoming celebrations took center stage in January preceded by “Spirit Week” activities. With a different theme set for each week day, students enjoyed dressing to carry such themes as super heroes, choose a decade, tacky tourist, western day and school spirit day. Daily games and activities added to the compe-

Homecoming King and Queen, Christian Diaz and Victoria Gonzalez.

Freshman Princess and Prince: Marian Canelo and Brandon Falcon; Sophomore Princess and Prince: Rosa Castro and Matthew Diaz (Christopher Gonzalez filled in for Matthew during the game); Junior Princess and Prince: Jailene Rosado and Jason Gutierrez; and Senior Court: Raquel Tomas and Giovanni Gutierrez and Alexandra

Middle School students making mosaics with Gina Hubler

and high school art classes. Hubler shared her vast knowledge on the history and types of mosaics, displaying samples of her own expertise to the students and providing an interactive exercise. After viewing her art, students were anxious to learn more about mosaics, especially Hubler’s works that can been seen at The Falls Mall, the Women’s Park, and around Coconut Grove. Students later made individual mosaics, constructed entirely out of recycled materials, one of the activities Hubler uses when working

Mike Ghandia shows his athleticism as MCS outscored Miami Edison.

titions that culminated with a class banner contest and crowning of the court at the homecoming basketball game against Miami Edison Senior High School. Winning the basketball game ended a great week of fun and school spirit. Victoria Gonzalez and Christian Diaz reigned as Queen and King of Homecoming with their court including:

Barbara Del Valle received Superior Medal at District Competition.

Robert Barrueco who made University of Miami Honor Band

Lopez and Brian Carvajal. Miami Christian’s students Robert Barrueco and Barbara Del Valle recently excelled in a Fine Arts Department competition bringing home honors. Barrueco made the University of Miami Honor band and. Barbara received a Superior Medal at the District 20 solo and ensemble competition. Del Valle was also accepted into the FMEA, an All-State High School honor band which performed in Tampa Jan. 14. The first Miami Christian Admissions Open House Jan. 19 attracted several families who visited the school, taking tours, meeting faculty, staff, administrators and PTF parents, learning of the many MCS academic offerings and extracurricular programs. The next Admission Open Houses are scheduled 4-6 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 23, and Thursday, April 19, also 4- 6 p.m. Call Gladys Mata at 305-221-7754 x771

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

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

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

occurs when your baby is approximately three-months old can help you decide if your feelings are rational or just hormonal. Experience tells us that even parents with extremely well-behaved dogs even feel the overwhelming desire to find the dog a new home. The power of chemical imbalance. Trust us. Let it pass before you make any decisions. Life with new baby is stressful. Hormones, expectations, new roles, adjusting to parenthood, never-ending demands, possible complications post partum, no sleep and then just overall feelings of being overwhelmed – all these things add up to a new parents’ decision to re-home their dog. It’s possible one spouse suffers the loss of a job, there are multiple children in the home, health issues in the family, natural challenges of an aging dog and even a child mastering new skills of mobility which cause a parent to fear injury of that child by the family dog. Yet, for friendly dogs, there’s nothing good training and management protocols can’t resolve. In my interview with Dee she explained that despite a very busy caretaking schedule, there are still many ways new parents can continue providing for their pooch without even leaving the house. Some of her favorites include playing hide and seek

Paws4You with your dog, feeding your dog from a food dispensing toy and doing “kibble tosses” for good behavior. Lastly, we’d like to remind expecting parents that the life lessons children learn from dogs are priceless. Children who grow up in a home with a dog learn about the life cycle, patience, friendship and so much more. We urge expecting parents to work with a professional dog trainer before making any decisions regarding re-homing their dog. Life with baby and dog may be easier than you could have ever imagined.

Paws4You is a non-profit 501(c)3 corporation. Add your support with every purchase when you use the Paws 4 You Rescue Platinum Visa Rewards card. For more information, call 786-242-7377, follow us on twitter @paws4you, go to <paws4you.org> or come see us at any of our adoption events, including the Colonial Palms PetSmart, 13621 S. Dixie Hwy., every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Simon Funds $1 Million in Scholarships Simon Youth Foundation, a national nonprofit that provides educational opportunities for at-risk high school students, will award a college scholarship to one student from every community that is home to a Simon property. Any student graduating in the class of 2012 and living within 50 miles of a Simon property is eligible. The program will award a one-time scholarship of up to $1,400 to students enrolling in an accredited college, university, vocational or technical school.The application period is now open until Mar. 1. Applications are available at Simon Guest Services Centers in Miami-Dade

County at Dadeland Mall, The Falls, Miami International Mall and The Shops at Sunset Place. Applications also can be downloaded at the SYF website at <www.syf.org/our- initiatives/scholarships/community-application>. In addition, an “Award of Excellence” will be given to top candidates from eligible regions which include Miami, providing the opportunity to win a $2,500 scholarship renewable for up to three years. Completed applications along with official school transcripts and parents’ most recently-filed tax form, must be sent to Scholarship Management Services by March 1, 2012.

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Historic Miami Marine Stadium may be given new lease on life BY RON BEASLEY

The long dormant Miami Marine Stadium on Virginia Key soon may be given a new lease on life, thanks to the efforts of a group of concerned and very active citizens. The City of Miami closed the stadium after Hurricane Andrew swept across south Miami-Dade County in 1992, although the storm did little damage to the concrete structure. It has lay unused and neglected for almost two decades, open to vandals, thieves and graffiti. Now, the not-for-profit Friends of Miami Marine Stadium (FMMS) is set to offer a plan to restore the bayside facility and operate it independently as an entertainment venue, at no cost to the city. “We are the first group to come along with a serious proposal to restore and operate the stadium,� said Donald Worth, co-founder of FMMS. “The Orange Bowl, Bobby Maduro (Miami) Stadium and Miami Arena all were demolished and lost because no one could come up with a feasible plan to restore, operate and maintain those facilities.� Worth said his organization will restore and operate the stadium without receiving any funding from the city. He explained that the estimated $30 million restoration cost will be funded through the sale of historic tax credits, a $3 million grant from a county historic preservation bond fund and a capital campaign. “The Miami Marine Stadium will be an asset to all of South Florida and an economic generator capable of hosting one-of-a-kind events,� he said. “Visitors and Miami residents alike will once again have access to one of the best outdoor entertainment venues in the United States.� The FMMS was formed in January 2008 under the umbrella of the Dade Heritage Trust. It recently incorporated as a standalone non-profit entity with an impressive six-member board of directors that includes Hilario Candela, co-founder of the group and the original architect for the stadium; Jorge

Marine Stadium on Virginia Key is a striking Miami landmark. (Photo by Steven Brooke Studios)

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Hernandez, University of Miami professor of architecture and vice chair of the National Trust for Historic Preservation; Charles Urstadt, real estate veteran and chair of the Miami Design Preservation League; Jose Mendana Jr., a CPA and champion boat racer, and Worth, a retired businessman and champion of a variety of local preservation issues. The Marine Stadium has a colorful history. Candela was a 28-year-old Cuban with a degree from Georgia Tech when he was commissioned to design the Marine Stadium in the early 1960s. The 6,500-seat grandstand and adjoining basin were built and dredged in 1963 at a cost of $2 million. The iconic stadium was an instant landmark and the basin became a paradise for powerboat racers and fans alike. The stadium’s origamilike folded plate roof was then the largest span of cantilevered concrete in the world.

During its years of operation from 1963 to 1992, the Marine Stadium was a popular venue and hosted many events, including powerboat races, symphonies and rock concerts, Easter sunrise services, presidential appearances, talk shows and countless community events. Performers played on a floating stage anchored just a few feet from the grandstand and oftentimes hundreds of boats would surround the stage, creating a unique entertainment environment. The roster of stars that appeared at the stadium included Jimmy Buffett, The Who, Ray Charles, America, Arthur Fiedler and the Boston Pops, and many others. Over the years, a great deal of work has been done to save the stadium from the wrecker’s ball. In October 2008, the Marine Stadium was designated historic by the

Miami Historic Preservation Board. Then, in July 2010, the city’s Master Plan for Virginia Key was approved with the Marine Stadium designated as a key component. At the same time, Mayor Tomas Regalado made restoring the stadium a key priority of his administration. Meanwhile, the plight of the stadium generated national interest and it was named to the “11 Most Endangered List� by the National Trust for Historic Preservation (2009) and placed on the “Watch List� by the World Monuments Fund (2010). Jimmy Buffett also made a video endorsing preservation of the stadium and the Miami Herald printed six editorials supporting restoration. The next step is approval of the FMMS plan by the Miami City Commission. For more information, go online to <www.marinestadium.org>.

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items to keep in mind are pressure washing walkways and patios, grass cutting and trimming on a weekly basis, wiping down baseboards, ac grills/returns and windows. Openness means a decided lack of clutter as well as arranging (or removing) furnishings to impart a sense of space. Take away collections of collectables, excessive amounts of pictures, or wall coverings and try to condense a room down to basics so you can always see the corners. The colors in your home and on its walls also convey this idea. Dark colors make a room seem smaller and light colors make it seem bigger. You get the idea. But what about that “compromise” part? It simply means that we all understand that lack of time or budget makes it necessary to focus on those improvements that will have the biggest impact, and not sweat every little detail. Ask your agent for guidance and trust his or her instincts. For information, contact the Levy Group at Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate at 786-581-1134, send email to Adam@MiamiHomesAndLand.com or visit online at <www.MiamiHomesAndLand.com>.

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Winners of 2011 Zoolens photo project announced BY CRISTINA PLANAS

Mercantil Commercebank, one of the largest banks headquartered in Florida, announced the winners of the 2011 Zoolens Photography Project during a recent awards ceremony at the bank’s headquarters in Coral Gables. The photography contest, in partnership with Zoo Miami and the Zoological Society of Florida (ZSF), was open to all Miami-Dade County eighth grade students, and designed to help build awareness for the world’s wildlife through photography. The contest ran from Oct. 15 through Nov. 15, 2011, during which time participating students were asked to take a photograph of an animal at Zoo Miami and submit it either through their teacher or at a Mercantil Commercebank banking center. The bank received an overwhelming number of entries. A panel of distinguished judges chose first, second and third place finishers, along with 10 honorable mentions. The top three for the 2011 Zoolens Photography Contest are: First place: Clarissa Napoles from West Miami Middle for her photo titled Dancing to Different Tunes. She received

Alex Waller is pictured with Zoo Miami’s Ron Magill. Waller’s photo Feed Me earned third place and a $1,000 savings account.

a $2,000 savings account. Second place: I Haven’t Forgotten, by Thomas Hoyos from St. Lawrence, who received a $1,500 savings account. Third place: Feed Me by Alex Waller from Herbert Ammons Middle, who received a $1,000 savings account. The top three finishers also received a digital camera, a membership to the North American Nature Photography Association (NANPA), as well as a donation to their school. In addition, these students will be recognized on the Zoolens

website (www.zoolens.com), the Zoolens Facebook page, Zoological Society of Florida e-Newsletter Toucan Talk and the Zoo Miami website. “We are thrilled with the unprecedented response we received from Miami-Dade County eighth grade students and teachers,” said Millar Wilson, president and CEO of Mercantil Commercebank. “Providing students with the chance to experience one of the world’s great zoos and interact with wildlife in this manner has been exceptionally rewarding for all of us at the Bank. In addition, Zoolens provides students with a program to express their creativity through photography, while supporting their artistic endeavors and strengthening education. It is a true win/win for all.” The awards ceremony was attended by nearly 100 students and their families, as well as Ron Magill, emcee and director of communications at Zoo Miami, who also served as one of the expert judges. The 2011 Zoolens panel of judges included internationally acclaimed photo-artist María Martínez-Cañas; New World School of the Arts Visual Arts professor and curator Rosario Martínez-Cañas; renowned Miami Herald photographer Carl Juste, and Zoological Society board member and Mercantil Commercebank vice president Grizzel Gonzalez. Also in attendance at the event was executive vice president and CFO of Mercantil Commercebank, Al Peraza; Miami Dade County Public School Board vice chair Lawrence Feldman; ZSF president and CEO Ben Pinagree, and vice president of development for the ZSF Cindi Eisaman. For additional information on the 2011 Zoolens Photography Project, visit <www.zoolens.com or Facebook/Zoolens>. For more information on Zoo Miami visit <www.zoomiami.org>.

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Artist Huong’s mural makes statement about immigration

Artist Huong is pictured with a segment of the Immigration Wall of Borders peace mural. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– BY RAQUEL GARCIA

The contentious immigration debate today evokes sharp memories in the mind of local artist Huong. In 1975, a 25-year-old Huong escaped her native Vietnam and managed to make it to Subic Bay in the Phillippines where the American Naval Base and promise of freedom harkened. Immigration Wall of Borders is a more than eight-foot tall and 200-foot-long peace mural designed by Huong and aimed at continuing dialogue on immigration-related issues. “Immigration has been debated in the United States since the country was founded,” Huong said. “We keep kicking the can down the road and have been doing that for so long. It is immoral and inhumane to discount the value of immigrants and I wanted to bring the issue forward as an artist to stir constructive discussion.” The mural is an interactive project whereby panels of quotes from famous thinkers on immigration are presented along with stark imagery of abstract forms representing naked humanity. There are open spaces in between the sepia toned quotes and art where viewers are encouraged to pick up a silver metallic marker and add their own remarks. “We are all immigrants. How can anyone say what an American looks like? We are black, white, everything; our population is from all over the world. Everything I do is a very personal reflection about exile and the futility of all wars,” Huong said. Huong is a self-taught artist with more than 100 solo exhibits presented throughout Canada and the United States in her 30-year professional career. Huong’s work has been shown in museums, galleries, outdoor exhibits and in the rotunda of the U.S. Capitol Building in

Washington, DC. “The Peace Mural,” representing over 2,000 works, was created as a protest to the Iraqi War in 2003. “Fragments of War” was 25 years in the making and completed in 2000 as a cathartic process to help Huong make peace with the tragedies of her war-torn past. “When we came to this country as refugees we had nothing. No clothes, no family, no identity, no country, nothing — only the naked truth. We, like all immigrants throughout history, carried with us just flesh and bone as we started over at the absolute bottom of society.” Huong hopes the immigration mural will encourage more people to speak out about peaceful principles and be an encouragement for young people to stay engaged in pressing social issues. She plans to travel with the exhibit after locating an appropriate venue for its display in Miami. The idea is to take it on the road for several years and present the work of art in the southern border states of California, Arizona, Texas and Alabama where the immigration issue is hotly debated — and beyond. The Peace Mural Foundation is an all-volunteer organization sponsoring Immigration Wall of Borders with a mission to promote civic education and action for peace and justice through the arts. “By fate or chance on that day in 1975 I was destined to begin the journey that would forever change my life. In Vietnam I was a child of war; today I am a woman of peace. My art is my story, my art-biography and in a way that is unique to each viewer, the story of us all.” To find out more about Huong and the Peace Mural Foundation call 305-915-1018, send email to <immigrationmural@gmail.com> or visit peacemural.org. Her work also can be seen on YouTube.

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RayPrinciotta ON REAL ESTATE Underwater real estate - We all know someone...a friend, a co-worker, a relative... maybe it's you. Like millions of Floridians, you bought your home during the boom, and mortgaged 80-90% of the purchase price, which at the time seemed reasonable. Then came the crash and your property has lost 40-50 % of its value. Now you have a mortgage that is more than the property is worth. and your monthly carrying costs are draining your savings. You are starting to fall behind on your mortgage and are ducking calls from your lender. If this is you or a friend, here are some suggestions on how to resolve your situation... First, make the decision to take action to end the pain. If you’re embarrassed it is understandable, but more than 1 in 3 people in underwater on their mortgage. Second, to determine your situation, fill out a financial analysis (download at www.rayonrealestate.com)

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Treading water isn't fun. How to get to dry land. Third, check out the various Lender and Federal programs that are available for distressed homeowners. Your choices include: • Loan Modification: This is can be a good option, if you are eligible. Lenders may lower your interest rate and reduce your payments; or reduce the principle amount; and in some cases, possibly forgive accumulated past due payments, interest and penalties. • Short Sale: Based on your specific situation, your lender would agree to allow the sale of your property for the current market price, based on their appraisal. A Short Sale is generally the least damaging to your credit. • Deed-in-Lieu (DIL): With a Deed in lieu of foreclosure, you, the borrower, will convey all interest in your property to the lender to satisfy the loan in return for a waiver of deficiency. Another benefit is that a DIL hurts your credit less than a foreclosure does. • Foreclosure: Foreclosure is a legal process whereby the mortgage lender or other secured creditor repossesses a property after the owner has failed to comply

with the terms of the mortgage. When the process is complete, the lender can sell the property and keep the proceeds to pay off its mortgage and any legal costs, and can file a claim for a deficiency judgment against the borrower. Forth, to fully explore these options you’ll need to work with an experienced Realtor® or real estate attorney. With all of the Federal and Lender programs available to you there is no reason to passively allow your property to be repossessed. Foreclosure is the worst possible option, and for many, a Short Sale is a good solution, but you need to take action. Remember, there is no free lunch! You can stay in the property, but every month you miss a payment, your deficiency increases; and your credit suffers greatly. Also, by continuing to live in this bad situation, you are preventing yourself from “Resetting your Life”. very quickly and the sale will be completed more rapidly than selling through the traditional methods. The waiting and worrying come to a quick conclusion. If you

want to or need to sell in a set period of time, an auction may be your best option. For more on this and other real estate topics, visit www.rayonrealestate.com Ray Princiotta is a licensed Florida real estate broker with Accelerated Realty, Inc. Contact him at 305.494.4101 or ray@rayonrealestate.com

For more detail, visit www.rayonrealestate.com. Ray Princiotta is a licensed Florida real estate broker with Accelerated Realty, Inc. Contact him at 305.494.4101 or ray@rayonrealestate.com.

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GrassRoots Music Festival to take centerstage at Virginia Key Beach BY ANTHONY JACKSON

In the spirit of family, cultural celebration and fun, the Historic Virginia Key Beach Park will serve as home to the world-renowned GrassRoots Festival of Music and Dance, Feb. 9-12. The four-day event will showcase some of the world’s most amazing and respected talents from over 50 performing groups whose genres include: Roots Rock, Reggae, Hip-Hop, Latin, Funk, Cajun, Bluegrass, African, Kompa, World Beat and Zydeco. Grammy Award-winning performers Chaka Khan, The Del McCoury Band and Arrested Development will headline the inaugural festival along with the legendary ska/reggae band Fishbone, Donna the Buffalo, BeauSoleil avec Micheal Doucet and several South Florida local favorites such as Locos Por Juana, Suenalo and ArtOfficial. Founded 22 years ago as a not-for-profit supporting arts, education, and the fight against AIDS, the GrassRoots Festival Organization has grown into a multi-dimensional and multi-state platform for community engagement.

The Virginia Key GrassRoots Festival of Music and Dance is the inaugural winter season GrassRoots Festival and will take place at Miami’s Historic Virginia Key Beach Park. The Virginia Key GrassRoots Festival joins New York’s Finger Lakes GrassRoots Festival and North Carolina’s Shakori Hills GrassRoots Festival in a not-for-profit festival triumvirate that spans four seasons. The four-day festival will include a Kids’ Village with interactive programming and a Healing Arts Area hosting daily movement workshops, massage and other bodywork modalities. Local and visiting artisans will showcase and offer for sale their handcrafted works in the festival’s Crafts Area. Four-Day Tickets are available for $100 for adults and $50 for teens (13-15). Individual day tickets are available for Thursday at $30; Friday and Saturday, $35, and Sunday, $30; children 12 and under are free. To learn more about the Virginia Key GrassRoots Festival, performers, or to purchase tickets contact Emma Hewitt at 786332-4630 or visit online at <www.virginiakeygrassroots.org>.

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Hansen releases second novel using Miami as its backdrop BY LINDA RODRIGUEZ BERNFELD

Miami author Joan Hansen’s latest book, Miami Revisited: Decade of Deceit, a follow-up to her novel 100 Years in Miami: Betrayal Under the Palms, has been released. Her first book, 100 Years in Miami, covered the era from 1896 to 2000 and was popular enough that her readers requested a sequel. The first book is about two brothers coming down to clear the land for Henry Flagler’s railroad and the first hotel built in Miami, the Royal Palm. “It’s a family saga,” Hansen said. “Even though that part is fictitious, it weaves in the history of Miami in the first 100 years.” The second book continues to follow the Donegon family and explores the drama of the next decade. In the book, Kaitlin Donegon carries on the family tradition but suspicion runs high as it becomes clear someone is trying to wrest the company away from her. The history of earned a master’s degree at Western Florida, including the Carolina University. elections and other In Chicago, she worked as a newsFlorida controversies paper reporter and as an advertising are highlighted in the copywriter. Then, when she married book. and had children, she moved to “The fictitious part is Miami with her young family. what happened to the “My mother and dad had retired family,” she said. down here,” she said. “This was This is Hansen’s third Joan Hansen where we wanted to live. We came book. The second book, ––––––––––––––––––– down and I got my first teaching job Bitter Tears, came out in at Perrine Elementary. I was in the old one 2010 but is not about the Magic City. that was right on the highway.” The historically set books were inspired As Joan Rindfuss, she worked her way up by her mother, grandmother and great-grand- to assistant principal at Coral Reef mother. Elementary and stayed there for 11 years. “My mother came down in 1926 and She spent summer school as principal at taught one of the first kindergarten classes in Palmetto Elementary and F.C. Martin. She Miami Beach,” Hansen said. “There were 80 married Claude Hansen in 2000. children in that kindergarten class.” “I’d always wanted to write a novel. I’d Her family lived in the Allapattah district been in journalism,” she said. “It wasn’t until at the time. Hansen said her family came down to my retirement that I actually sat down and escape the cold, first her mother and then her wrote this novel that my mother had encouraged me to write. It took me a few years to grandmother and great-grandmother. “I grew up hearing stories,” she said. get around to it. Once I got into my research “They had always asked me to write a book I found it fascinating.” She arrived in Miami in 1962. about Miami. That’s what inspired me in the “It was the year for the Cuban Missile first place. Hansen’s mom went up north to marry Crisis,” she said. “The equipment for war Hansen’s dad and they came back down to came down right by the school on the tracks.” Miami when Hansen was 4. Miami Revisited: Decade of Deceit is “I was in her kindergarten class.” Her family went to Chicago when Hansen available on Amazon and at Barnes and was 6 and that’s where she grew up. Hansen Noble.com. It is available in an e-book ediattended Hillsdale College in Michigan and tion and soft cover.

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