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Village garden club formed for ‘green thumb’ residents BY GARY ALAN RUSE esidents interested in gardening can find a new group in the Village of Palmetto Bay that will fit their “green thumbs” like a glove — and the group is growing fast. A group of village residents met on Aug. 11 at Coral Reef Park’s Recreation Center and formed the Palmetto Bay Garden Club. Other communities such as Pinecrest and South Miami have had similar organizations for some time. Club vice president Candy McDonald hopes that others will sign up with the new group. “We are encouraging our residents interested in gardening and who would like to enhance our Palmetto Bay community to join us,” McDonald said. “We will be meeting the last Tuesday of the month. Our next meeting will be Sept. 22 at 7 p.m. We are hoping to meet at the Ludovici Library on Old Cutler Road.” At the first meeting a board was established with the following residents serv-
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Pictured are current members (l-r, seated) Cecilia Best, Elaine McChristian, Candy McDonald; (standing) Sharon Kujawa, Dennis Finneran, Gail Weber, Leslie Rowe, Ines Mander, Dorothy Brooks, Cathy Pariser and Richard Dorn.
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Public meetings scheduled to discuss FPL expansion BY HILDA CASTILLO iami-Dade County and the South Florida Regional Planning Council will sponsor two Public Informational Meetings on FPL’s proposed expansion of the Turkey Point nuclear power plant site. The public meetings will provide information about the proposed two new nuclear reactors and the associated facilities including transmission line routes, access roads and fill sources.
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This economy has everybody in a crunch, and MiamiDade County government officials are feeling the pinch just as everyone else. Tax revenue is down sharply and officials are looking for ways to cut expenditures. Mayor Carlos Alvarez already has submitted a budget that slices huge allocations from areas previously sacrosanct — police and fire protection, the arts, education, and even after-school care. And now comes word that the mayor’s proposed budget will sharply curtail the county parks and recreation budget. Hiring will be frozen, the number of park employees trimmed, the frequency of workers cutting the grass reduced, and even basic hours that parks remain open are set to be scaled back. Hold on there! You can’t see it in the budget, but if the hours that a park remains open are going to be reduced and in the case of our Nature Centers locked up unless a fee driven program is operating, that means there’s going to be a reduction in the number of athletic, recreation and nature programs
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FPL powers educators with solar curriculum BY LEE STEPHENS In preparation for Florida Power & Light Company’s installation of solar arrays at Mandarin Lakes K-8 Academy this fall, science teachers Janet Argilagos and Thomas Sanchez participated in a recent workshop to learn how to incorporate renewable energy technology into their teaching plans. Argilagos and Sanchez spent a day with energy experts from FPL and the Florida Solar Energy Center. Following the training, the teachers said they were excited by the opportunity to educate their students about renewable energy. “This is a great opportunity to show students how science is applied while having a positive impact on the environment,” Sanchez said. “With these solar arrays, students will see that alternate energy sources can be just as effective in producing electricity.” At Mandarin Lakes K-8 Academy in Homestead and five other schools around the state, FPL is installing Next Generation Solar Education Stations — solar power arrays that can generate five kilowatts of electricity, saving each
school about $800 a year on energy costs while providing students with a handson tool to learn how solar power works. “For the next generation of Floridians, renewable energy will be an everyday part of their lives,” said Ramon Ferrer, FPL’s local external affairs manager. “Along with the Next Generation Solar Education Station we are building, this new solar power curriculum will provide a valuable tool for teachers and their students.”
At the workshop, teachers participated in hands-on lessons with photovoltaic solar kits, which they will soon be using to teach students. The educators learned to work with a solar oven and sampled a rice dish that was cooked by the power of the sun while they trained. Photovoltaic panels convert sunlight directly into electricity, which will help power the school’s lighting and air-conditioning systems, particularly on hot days when demand for electricity is at its highest. The FPL Group Foundation is covering the costs of the six solar arrays this year as part of a pilot program. FPL Group, the parent company of Florida Power & Light, is the nation’s largest producer of energy from the
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GREEN THUMB, from page 1 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– PARKS, from page 1 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ing: Ines Mander, president; Candy McDonald and Richard Dorn, first vice president (programs); Cecilia Best and Elaine McChrisitian, second vice president (membership); Gail Weber, treasurer; Cathy Pariser, recording secretary, and Dorothy Brooks, corresponding secretary. Mander has lived in Palmetto Bay since 1990, just before Hurricane Andrew hit in 1992. She said that she and others have been doing projects such as helping to decorate the Deering Estate and other areas informally for some time, but never as an official group. “We wanted to start a garden club for men and women, but not just for gardening, as it’s also for people who want to be active in civic projects to help make the community better and help with beautification of the area,” Mander said. “There are a lot of projects that are needed in our area. That’s what really motivated us, and we thought a garden club would be an appropriate way to do that. I’ve been helping Pinecrest
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that are offered to our young people. If that happens, you can expect to see a sharp rise in the county’s crime rate. And, while it may not be evident to the casual observer, that means there will be a direct negative affect on the quality of life for all Miami-Dade County residents, but particularly for those people who live in the inner-urban areas and less affluent communities. Athletic programs attract young people who, without sports participation, might otherwise be hanging out on a street corner or joining a gang. The county’s youth sports programs hosted in the county parks are vital to the social fabric of Miami-Dade. They serve as the lid that helps to keep order in our community. A kid who seriously is committed to playing on a baseball, football or basketball team, or any athletic endeavor, is a youngster who is not going to be joining a gang or getting into serious trouble with the law. Our county parks and the programs they offer in the afternoon and evening serve to give our young people a place to go after school where they can grow and
develop their athletic prowess, gain confidence in their ability to succeed within the boundaries of society’s laws, and not gravitate to the bad influences that always are available in this modern era. With juvenile delinquency at its highest rates between 3 and 7 p.m. on weekdays, it is clear that a safe and supervised after school program is the link between school and the evening Optimist-style athletic programs that kids need and deserve. And in many communities where there is no evening activity, these programs represent the only physical activity and mentorship the kids will ever receive. Certainly, declining tax revenues mandate that cuts must be made in the county budget and there are many obvious areas in that budget that should bear scrutiny. But the hours that our county parks are scheduled to be open and the staffing needed to operate, program and maintain them should not be reduced; the programs they accommodate are too vital to the youth of this community. The park hours of operation and requisite staffing should be exempt from the budget paring knife.
FPL, from page 1 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– The scheduled meeting dates are as follows: Monday, Aug. 31, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Homestead City Hall Council Chambers, 790 N. Homestead Blvd., and Wednesday, Sept. 2, 6:30-9:30 p.m., University of Miami Bank United Center, Hurricane 100 Room, 1245 Dauer Dr. in Coral Gables. For more information and meeting agendas, see the South Florida
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AROUND TOWN Two public hearings have been scheduled by Florida Power & Light about the high-voltage transmission lines, part of its Turkey Point nuclear plant expansion. On Monday, August 31, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., at Homestead City Hall, 790 North Homestead Boulevard, FPL will attempt to answer why S. Dixie Highway was chosen for the new lines, rather than expressways, as the opposition would prefer. On Wednesday, September 2, also 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., a second session is scheduled at the University of Miami Bank United Center, Hurricane 100 Room, 1245 Dauer Drove in Coral Gables when county environmental officials and FPL spokespersons are scheduled to answer your questions. The power circuits have caused uncommon interest in the southwest area, particularly among South Miami, Pinecrest and Cutler Bay folks who object aesthetically to overhead lines as well as a potential hazard from electromagnetism fields. FPL wants to erect high-voltage lines along 18 miles of S. Dixie Highway from Palmetto Bay to downtown Miami, causing a potential block for any major redevelopment effort to remove the commercial clutter that creates an everyday eyesore for traffic. For updated information, visit the
South Florida Regional Planning Council web site at www.sfrpc.com/TurkeyPointExpansion. htm, or call the county Planning/Zoning office at 305-3752835. Librarians at the Palmetto Branch Library, scheduled to open in the fall, encourage residents to donate books and/or other material that may be added to the general collection of the Miami Dade Library System or be used to help raise funds. For more information visit the official village website at: http://www.palmettobay-fl.gov/ Meetings to watch for… September 14, 7:00 p.m., there will be a Budget Hearing and a Council Meeting at the Deering Estate Visitors Center, 16701 SW 72 Avenue. Can you sing? If you’re in good voice, The Singing Miamians, a barbershop group for men of all ages, says it is looking for talented male voices. To test your tonsils, just show up for a rehearsal held each Tuesday night from 7 to 10 p.m. at Evelyn Greer Park, 8200 SW 124 Street in Pinecrest. For information, call 305-274-7464. Thought for the Day: A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty. — Winston Churchill Richard Yager and Gary Alan Ruse contributed to this column. Got any tips? Contact me at 305-6697355, ext. 249, or send emails to <Michael@communitynewspapers.com>.
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Is it okay for 40 million to go without healthcare coverage? R. Kenneth Bluh KENNETH’S COMMENTARY Ron Brownstein, columnist with the Los Angeles Times, appearing on ABC’s The Roundtable on Aug. 16, got to the heart of the problem revolving around the healthcare debate. Up to now President Obama has led the charge in support of his many proposed legislative changes with a detailed program. This time healthcare is different. Obama, knowing that the passage of healthcare legislation is going to be his hardest proposal to date, has abandoned his normal approach of a detailed proposal, and then going to the public with a sales campaign to encourage the public to convince their elected representatives to support his initiative. This time the President has, in essence, said to Congress: You know what I want, you (Congress) have many approaches to meet the same goals; put together a plan and then we will go from there. The Senate will have its version and the House
will have its. In conference committee the two houses will hammer out a plan that both the Senate and the House can and will support. Unfortunately, as Ron Brownstein points out, the President doesn’t have a concrete proposal to present to the public. Therein lies the debate. The President, not having an understandable proposal, opens up the debate to anyone, Republican or Democrat, to “imagine” aspects of the bill that will support their arguments against a final passage. I ask another question. Does anyone — Democrat, Republican, or Independent — really think this liberal president would propose creating a panel that would decide whether or not a senior was entitled to a particular treatment because of his or her age? I don’t think so! But, if you are opposed to the concept of everyone having healthcare coverage, if for no other reason than you can’t figure out how to pay for it, a “death panel” seems likes a good, but stupid, argument. Obama remembers the problems that President Clinton and First Lady Hillary Clinton experienced when they proposed a “universal” healthcare program. In
––– VIEWPOINT ––– those days, everyone was in opposition — hospitals, doctors and insurance companies. Their objection was that a universal health plan would have killed the insurance industry. And, they were probably correct. Hillary Clinton’s plan, for all its good intentions, was destined for defeat. Obama doesn’t want to experience the same result, so he is turning the development of the details over to the elected members of the House of Representatives and the Senate to come up with a plan that will meet the President’s goal and at the same time be acceptable to the majority of the Congress that is needed to put a plan into place. To fly, the plan must acknowledge the continuing participation of the insurance industry. It is basic that everyone must have a “choice” of where they will get coverage. It also is important that the cost of the government program isn’t so inexpensive that everyone will turn from the insurance industry to the federal government for coverage. This can’t happen.
Doctors, who spent years in expensive medical schools, must continue to earn a living that befits their profession. Pharmaceutical companies must not be priced out of existence. They have a responsibility to their stockholders to earn money. But, one thing is certain, everyone with a moral compass must admit that it is unfair to those 40 million who suffer without medical benefits to have something other than an emergency room that patches them up and sends them home. Sends them home with a bill they can never pay but will haunt them, as a collection item, on their credit reports for years to come. This is not the American way.
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Girl Scouts begin school year with annual rallies BY CHRISTINA MARTIN The Girl Scout Council of Tropical Florida Inc. celebrates the beginning of the school year by hosting three membership rallies that promise to be fun and educational for the whole family. The annual Girl Scout Rallies and Family Picnics will take place on Saturday, Aug. 29, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at Miami Lakes Optimist Park, 6411 NW 162 St.; Saturday, Sept. 12, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at Girl Scout Camp Wesumkee at 34200 Overseas Hwy., Big Pine Key, and Saturday, Sept. 26, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Girl Scout Camp Choee, 11347 SW 160 St. The rallies feature games for children of all ages, sports and Girl Scout troop booths with games, face painting, crafts and more. In addition, the rallies provide an opportunity for families to spend time together, participate in activities and learn about the preeminent organization for girls in Miami-Dade and Monroe counties — Girl Scouts. “I come to the rally at Camp Choee
every year with my cousins and my family,” said Nataly Cruz, an 8-year-old Brownie Girl Scout. “I get to see my friends, meet new friends, and do fun things like getting my face painted, doing arts and crafts with other troops and seeing all sorts of different animals,” she said. “Every year my daughter and I come to the rally,” said Yvonne LaPierre, Girl Scout leader and alumna. “It’s a great way to reconnect with other troops and learn about community organizations that work with Girl Scouts. My daughter has a blast with her new friends from summer camp as well as the girls from her troop.” Each Girl Scout Rally and Family Picnic is free and open to the public and you don’t have to be a Girl Scout to attend. Some games and food require tickets that may be purchased for 50 cents. For information on how to join, volunteer, reconnect or donate to Girl Scouts, call 305-253-4841 or visit online at <www.girlscoutsfl.org> or <www.girlscouts.org>.
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Chopsticks House serving Thai cuisine for 15 years Nataya Pleesonti (left) and Santaya Pleesonti have fed the community Thai food for 15 years at Chopsticks House.
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BY LINDA RODRIGUEZ BERNFELD Chopsticks House opened its doors to the public on Aug 14, 1994, in the Hurricane Andrew-ravaged and newly rebuilt Old Cutler Towne Center and was an instant hit with area residents and office workers. Owners Nataya and Santaya Pleesonti had a long history in the restaurant business and believed it was time to open their own business. Santaya’s mother owned restaurants in Miami and Boca Raton and he worked at the restaurants when he visited as a youngster. He went back to Thailand and learned more about cooking from his family. “We, as Thai, we get involved in cooking,” he said. “Her mother always cooked. My grandfather cooked. My dad cooked.” He and Nataya met in Thailand, married and then immigrated to the U.S. in 1987. When they arrived, she went to work in the restaurant business with the goal of learning not only cooking and serving, but restaurant management. In the meantime, he worked for an aluminum window company in the computer department. After five or six years, they decided the time was right to open their own restaurant. Nataya worked all day at the restaurant while he worked at the window company and then cooked at the restaurant at night. After two or three
years he quit the computer job and became the full-time cook. Now they have a total of four or five people working at Chopsticks House. From the day they opened 15 years ago, Chopsticks House, at 20553 Old Cutler Rd., drew an office lunch crowd. “We have so many customers who came the first day and are still here today,” he said. “We look back over the 15 years. We did something right. We just renewed the lease for another 10 years.” Because the kitchen is small and there is little storage space, the meats and produce have to be fresh because it can’t be stored. “We order vegetables every two to three days,” Santaya said. “We have supplies coming in every two or three days.” Pad Thai is the most popular dish served by Chopsticks House. The sauces can be mild, medium or spicy hot. Today, the lunch crowd is still coming and so are the calls for pickup and delivery. They deliver in a five-mile radius, except on the west they will not go past S. Dixie Highway because the traffic slows things down too much. Chopsticks House has a lunch and dinner menu plus there are Twilight Dinner specials from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. with Chinese or Thai dinners from $10.95. The Twilight Dinners include Wonton or egg drop soup, spring roll, Roast Pork Fried Rice, hot tea and dessert. For information, call 305-254-0080.
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Swim school celebrates transition to new home BY ASRA JAWAID Ocaquatics, a local swimming school owned and operated by Miren Oca, has been using a new, improved swimming facility, located at 13408 SW 131 St. in West Kendall, since July 24. The school continues to function out of its previous homes at Gulliver Academy, 12595 SW 57 Ave., and the University of Miami’s Health and Wellness Center, 1241 Dickinson Dr. in Coral Gables, and intends to do so for the foreseeable future. “We have really enjoyed our years at Gulliver Academy and the University of Miami Wellness Center and we hope to continue our programs there indefinitely,” Oca said. The new location boasts a variety of features including a 30,000-gallon heated pool, stage one drinking water grade filtration and an ultraviolet treatment system. The filtration and ultraviolet treatment systems “both cut down on the amount of chemicals that we have to use to sanitize our pool while still maintaining a safe swimming environment,” Oca said. “In addition we are able to kill and remove other contaminants in pool water that
Miren Oca is pictured at her new, improved swimming facility located in West Kendall. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– regular chlorine cannot oxidize.” which Oca says provides “free heat.” Not only is it high tech, it’s environThe new pool’s building was formerly a mentally friendly, too. It has motion-sen- church and, before that, a warehouse. sor lights, an insulated pool cover system, “We had been trying to find a new facila variable frequency drive and a heat ity for the past 10 years and have spent exchange dehumidification system, the last 18 months trying to fund [this
one] and get the permits,” she said. Oca estimates that during the course of a week, about 600 students, ages between 6 months and 13 years, take swimming lessons in her school. Although the pool has the capacity for 60 people at one time, Oca says only 35 or 40 students will use it simultaneously. A free and open-to-the-public social gathering to celebrate the company’s new home will take place “on campus” on Sunday, Aug. 30, from 2 to 6 p.m. Among the children’s attractions will be face painting, animal balloons and a “children’s safety fair.” In its new home, Ocaquatics offers not only swimming lessons but birthday (pool) parties, too. The school is accepting reservations for both services, the second of which will be offered on weekends. People who inquire about either opportunity at the gathering will receive a 10 percent discount, Oca said. If you want to learn more about the classes or how to go about arranging for a party but can’t go to the celebration, call 305-969-SWIM (7946) or visit the website at <www.ocaquatics.com>. The company’s email address is <swiminfo@ocaquatics.com>.
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Chabad of Cutler Bay announces High Holiday services schedule BY ROBERT HAMILTON In anticipation of the upcoming Jewish New Year, Sept. 19 and 20, Chabad of Cutler Bay and Homestead has announced its High Holiday services schedule. This will be the second year of services for the relatively new congregation. The services will be “warm, friendly and traditional,” according to Chabad’s executive director, Rabbi Yosef Wolff. Unlike many congregations, membership is not required to join. All are welcome, free of charge, regardless of background or affiliation. In addition, a special children’s program will accompany the adult services. All prayers will combine the original Hebrew, as well as translated English. ”According to tradition, at the New Year the Doors of Heaven are open; God accepts all prayers, from anyone,” Rabbi Wolff explained. “The least we can do is open our doors as well, to the
entire community.” Services will take place on Rosh Hashana, the Jewish New Year, Sept. 19 and 20, as well as Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, Sept. 27 and 28. They will be conducted at 8210 SW 189 Terr. (SW 82nd Avenue off of Old Cutler Road) in Cutler Bay. Rosh Hashana services begin at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday, Morning Services and Kiddush Buffet; Sunday only: Shofar Blowing and Yizkor (Remembering the Departed). Yom Kippur services are Sunday, 7 p.m., Evening Services include Kol Nidrei and holiday opening; Monday, 9:30 a.m., Morning Services, including Yizkor ; 6:30 p.m., Ne’ila (Closing Service) Napoleon’s March /Final Shofar Blast/Havdalla/Buffet “Break-Fast.” For more information regarding High Holiday services, or to register, call 305975-6680 or send email to <Rabbi@chabadhomebay.com>.
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Theater critic to speak to South Florida Writer’s Association Miami Herald theater critic Christine Dolen will speak to members and guests of the South Florida Writers Association at the club’s monthly meeting on Saturday, Sept. 5, from 10 a.m. to noon, at the Elks Lodge, 6304 SW 78 St. in South Miami. Dolen will discuss challenges facing South Florida theater groups and opportunities for aspiring playwrights. Having been the Herald’s theater critic since 1979, she knows well the challenges a critic faces in helping elevate the quality of local theater production. The public is invited to this event and an $8 donation will cover a full brunch. Please RSVP to Nathalie Breton either by email at <thaliebreton@gmail.com> or by phone at 305-598-2690. Attendees can pay at the door or online at <www.southfloridawritersassn.org>. CONFERENCE TO DISCUSS RELATIONS OF JOURNALISTS, GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS A one-day conference for South Florida journalists, government officials and public relations professionals will take place on Friday, Oct. 16, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the University of
Miami’s School of Communication, 4100 Brunson Dr. in Coral Gables. Syndicated columnist Leonard Pitts Jr. will be the keynote speaker at this event, and other presenters include the Hon. Lynda Bell, Miguel Diaz de la Portilla Esq., Helen Aguirre Ferre, Howard Finkelstein Esq., Dwight Lauderdale, Michael Lewis and Harvery Ruvin. Workshop topics include: media, law and public access; the revolving door between government and media; government information: presentation and perception, and the appearance of impropriety. The $20 registration fee includes breakfast, lunch and a panel discussion on political smears and media manipulation. For more conference information, contact the Miami-Dade Commission on Ethics at 305-350-0631 or by email at <ethics@miamidade.gov>.
Broadway hit Guys and Dolls on Saturday, Sept. 12, noon, at the Roxy Performing Arts Center, 1645 SW 107 Ave. The show is being put on by the Roxy Theatre Group (RTG), a nonprofit arts organization for children. For the audition, monologues and prepared songs are not required. Come ready to cold read. Choreography and music will be taught. All actors must be available for the performance dates, Mar. 19-21 and Mar. 26-28, as well as the corresponding rehearsals. This production is not salaried and RTG will provide community service hours upon request. For more information, call 305-2260030 or visit <www.RoxyPAC.com>.
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Mercedes-Benz of Cutler Bay celebrates first anniversary BY DENIE HARRIS In light of opening during tough economic times, Mercedes-Benz of Cutler Bay is celebrating a successful first year. With increased sales month after month, the dealership has become a competitive force in the luxury car market in south Miami-Dade County. “It has been a challenging, yet rewarding year,” said general manager Pete Blackwell. “In the past 12 months our sales team has delivered well over 900 new and over 375 pre-owned Mercedes-Benz vehicles, our service team has provided maintenance and warranty repairs on over 5,000 customer visits, and our parts team has sold almost $11 million in parts. “Our dealership, located where the turnpike extension meets SW 211th Street, is only 15 to 30 minutes from almost any place in Miami-Dade County, and as more and more people realize how convenient and accessible our location is, we look forward to continuing this rate of
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Think safety when using your portable generator BY CRISTINA ARMAND South Floridians have had only close calls with tropical storms during the past four years, but they should serve as a wakeup call to all of us. After the 2005 storm season, many residents flocked to home improvement stores to purchase portable generators. Fortunately, we have not had a reason to use them this year, so far, but that means we probably need a refresher course in portable generator safety. Portable generators are the perfect solution when temporary electrical power is needed, but they can be hazardous. Every year, people are injured and die in incidents related to portable generator use. Most of these casualties
soning from generators improperly used indoors or in partially enclosed spaces. Generators can produce high levels of CO very quickly. When using a portable generator, remember that CO is a colorless and odorless gas. This is why it is known as the “silent killer.” Some of the signs and symptoms of CO poisoning include: headaches, difficulty breathing, nausea and vomiting, vertigo, unconsciousness and red skin. If anyone begins to exhibit some of these signs and symptoms, have them move outdoors to fresh air and call 9-11. The following are some tips to remember for safe generator usage: • Place your generator outside away from doors, windows, and vents that
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If you would like to connect your generator to your house wiring to power appliances, have a qualified electrician install the appropriate equipment in accordance with local electrical codes. You also can check with the utility company to see if they can install an appropriate power transfer switch. Never try to connect your generator directly to your home electrical panel without consulting a professional. When most people purchase a generator, they forget to pick up a carbon monoxide alarm along with it. This small addition to your purchase can mean the difference life and death in the event of a CO emergency. They can be either battery-operated or plug-in alarms with a battery backup. They should be installed in or near your bedrooms. Hopefully, the rest of the 2009 hurricane season will be a calm one, but if you do need to use your portable generator, remember to use it safely.
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Florida Marlins Super Saturday to feature Johnny Ventura BY JENNIFER VALDES Marlins Super Saturday is “Where You Wanna Be” on Aug. 29 for a postgame performance featuring Johnny Ventura. First pitch versus the San Diego Padres is set for 6:10 p.m. at Land Shark Stadium, 2267 NW 199 St. in Miami Gardens. The first 15,000 fans will get a Marlins Latin Cow Bell. For more information on Super Saturdays and to purchase tickets, visit the Florida Marlins website at <www.marlins.com> or call 1-877MARLINS. Johnny Ventura, also known as “El Caballo,” is known for modernizing merengue by adding rock n’ roll elements to the genre. He has recorded more than 100 albums and his hits include El Tabaco, Filete and Capullo y Sorrullo. Each of the Florida Marlins’ 13 Saturday home games this year has been designated as a “Super Saturday.” The highlight of each “Super Saturday” will be a post-game concert featuring internationally acclaimed recording artists following a fireworks spectacular. The concert and fireworks are free with each ticket purchased for the Marlins game. Super Saturdays also feature pregame parties at The Strike Zone at Gate H with player and celebrity autograph sessions, Billy The Marlin, the
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Phone message turns carefully structured life upside down BY LISA BARNES Do you ever look in the mirror and wonder where you came from — because you don’t seem to be in sync with anyone in your family? Before you start asking your mother whether you were left on the doorstep by gypsies (and whether you always have to like your own siblings), grab a copy of bestselling author Kris Radish’s The Shortest Distance Between Two Women (A Bantam Trade Paperback Original, August 2009). In her new novel, Radish takes us into the lush, vibrant world of a woman whose lifelong proximity to family may prove to be her undoing — or, perhaps, her salvation. Radish opens her novel — and her characters’ lives — with an unexpected message: “After all these years is there any way you would see me again?” When Emma Gilford hears the voice on her answering machine, she thinks, “How dare he?” She has put a lot of distance between herself and the man who might have been the love of her life, filling her days instead with work and family. Single at 43, she lavishes her attention on her remarkable mother, Marty (rumored by the town gossip to have not one, but two lovers), her favorite niece Stephie (currently sporting a nose ring and green hair), and a garden that’s not only the pride of Higgins, SC, but also her favorite retreat, for reasons that her older sisters — Joy, Erika and Debra — can’t begin to figure out. It’s the sound of that voice on the answering machine that turns Emma’s carefully structured life upside down.
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She always has been the dependable one in her family. Now she astonishes herself — walking away from planning the annual Gilford Family Reunion looming just around the corner, losing track of her errant mother, telling her high-strung sisters where they can stick their attitude, and helping niece Stephie do the last thing her family expects — enter a local beauty pageant. Emma’s wall of self-denial starts to crack open, exposing long-buried family secrets along the way. And on the other side is a life she can’t put off living a moment longer. Radish is a nationally syndicated columnist and the author of Searching for Paradise in Parker, PA; The Sunday List of Dreams; Annie Freeman’s Fabulous Traveling Funeral; Dancing Naked at the Edge of Dawn, and The Elegant Gathering of White Snows. She lives in Apollo Beach where she is at work on her next novel. Radish will be speaking and signing her new book on Wednesday, Sept. 2, 8 p.m., at Books and Books, 265 Aragon Ave. in Coral Gables.; phone, 305-442-4408.
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Faculty voice recital set at FIU, Aug. 29
Robert Dundas (right) and Jennifer Snyder will perform in a faculty recital on Saturday, Aug. 29, at 8 p.m., in the Herbert and Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center Concert Hall, 10910 SW 17 St. Tickets are $5-15. For more information, call 305-348-0496 or visit online at <http://carta.fiu.edu>.
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Eldercare - Intervening With Elderly Parents BY: JODY A UNDERHILL JUDIE RAPPAPORT
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Our care giving dilemma derives many of its frustrations and heartaches from our parents' and society's centuries-old expectations that care giving for the elderly "is the children's job." This assumption is still the status quo even though you have no medical or gerontological training. It assumes that you will know the following: -When, how and how much to intervene -How to manage insurance benefits -How to evaluate a nursing home -How to cope Alzheimer's disease -How to resolve a host of other new and life altering care giving dilemmas. The assumption also holds that you will find time to continue: -nurturing your children -being a good partner working in your career -maintaining your own personal time and space The fact is that the world is a much different place than when our parents cared for their parents. They probably lived closer together, the women did not work outside the home and doctors spent more time with their patients, and the options for eldercare were very limited at best. Now families may be scattered across the country or continents, both partners have spent years creating families and careers and there are so many options for a functional life expectancy that it takes a geriatric professional to understand them. Even so, in many families guilt wins out, and we continue the status quo. But wait...We are the first generation, ever in the entire history of the world, to face the difficulties of living in a time where we may spend more years caring for elderly parents than we spent caring for our children. How do elder-caregivers cope in a world where less than 1% of doctors are trained in geriatric medicine? Where up to 140,000 deaths annually occur from Adverse Drug Reactions yet only 720 out of our 200,000 pharmacists have geriatric training? And the entire care giving system relies on poorly paid workers with only 40 hours of training for effective and compassionate care? Add to this the inherent determination of most parents to keep their adult children from knowing anything about their medical needs or financial status and it's easy to
see why continued attempts at intervention may seem like a waste of time. They're not. Education, planning, and communication can help overcome much of our parents' resistance to our help. Most elder-caregivers know the drill: without orientation, training, or significant assistance, "you are expected to know how, when, and how much to intervene, how to manage medications, how to evaluate a nursing home, how to cope with Alzheimer's Disease, and how to resolve a host of other new and life altering care giving dilemmas." One of the hardest tasks many caregivers face comes at the beginning of the care giving cycle: knowing whether or not to intervene, how to go about it, and which responsibilities should you take over? Why Parents Refuse Help Begin with the premise that like you, your mother treasures her independence and wants to continue making her own decisions. She realistically assumes that if she tells you something is wrong, you will want to help her and do something about the problem. If she is ill, she knows that in order for you to help her effectively, you must involve yourself in her private life, and that may jeopardize her independence. The result of your actions may mean the loss of her driving privileges, a move to an assisted living community or a nursing home. It may force her to admit she can no longer take care of herself and that she may have begun an irreversible slide into dependency. She senses that from the moment you begin to help her, noth-
ing in her life or your relationship will ever be the same. She is absolutely right. Do it anyway. You will find a way to comfort your mother through the necessary changes, but for now, your assistance may be the only way to help assure her health and safety." Before you decide to intervene Take a step back and ask yourself these questions: Have your parents' habits really
changed? Did they manage their affairs the same way ten or twenty years ago? Is the difference simply that now you see the situation from an adult perspective rather than the way you viewed it as a child? If you've been truly objective and you still believe your parents are at risk and that you aren't trying to change their long-established habits to meet your view of how they "should" live their lives, then trust your instincts and intervene. Judie Rappaport is one of the leading experts in care giving for the elderly and the co-author of Eldercare911 The issue of intervening with elderly parents has been gaining attention as Baby Boomers come face to face with the issue of caring for aging parents. Jody Underhill helps authors, speakers and business owners utilize Social Media Platforms for promotion and lead generation. Jody is a founder of Upside Down Iceberg. http://upsidedowniceberg.com Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com.
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2009 GMC Sierra Hybrid delivers better fuel economy Ron Beasley AUTOMOTIVE EDITOR
LET’S TALK CARS The GMC Sierra Hybrid is a good-looking full-size pickup with all the power and performance needed in a big truck; it also gets excellent gas mileage. Credit the power and performance to the big 6.0-liter gas V-8 engine under the hood, but chalk up the efficiency to pairing that engine with GM’s patented twomode hybrid system. For the record, the Sierra Hybrid delivers 21 mpg in the city and 22 mpg on the highway for both the 2WD and 4WD models, and the 26-gallon fuel tank allows a cruising range of more than 500 miles. That’s a 40 percent increase in gas mileage for city driving (25 percent overall) over non-hybrid models. Yet, the Sierra Hybrid still has the capability of a full-size pickup, including towing a 6,100-pound load (5,900 pounds for 4WD models). The Sierra Hybrid is available in the
Crew Cab body style on both 2WD and 4WD models and comes standard with StabiliTrak electronic stability control, a locking rear axle and a trailering package. Dual-stage frontal air bags and head curtain side air bags are also standard. The Sierra Hybrid’s fuel-saving performance is derived from GM’s advanced Electrically Variable Transmission (EVT) and 300-volt nickel-metal hydride Energy Storage System (ESS), which work with the standard 6.0-liter V-8 gasoline engine with Active Fuel Management (AFM) and late intake valve closing (LIVC) technology. GM’s hybrid system not only enables the Sierra to launch and drive up to 30 mph on electricity alone, it allows the Vortec V-8 to operate in the more economical V-4 mode for longer periods. As part of the vehicle’s emission control system, the ESS is warranted for eight years/100,000 miles. In the Sierra Hybrid, the hybrid system itself generates the electricity used to propel the vehicle. When the brakes are applied or the vehicle is coasting, the electric motors within the hybrid system create electricity that is stored in the 300volt battery pack beneath the rear seat. The stored energy moves the vehicle and
GMC Sierra Hybrid is available in Crew Cab body style on both 2WD and 4WD models.
the regenerative braking cycle is renewed. The hybrid system provides seamless, dependable power on demand and in an efficient package. The electric motor is less than half the size of those in singlemode hybrid systems. The technology was developed and is still used in fleets of hybrid transit buses operating in more than 70 North American and European cities, and scaled down for use in passenger vehicles. Integration of the hybrid system on the Sierra is seamless and quiet.
The Sierra Hybrid shares the hybrid powertrain with several other GM vehicles, including the Chevrolet Silverado and Tahoe, Cadillac Escalade and GMC Yukon. Base price on the 2009 GMC Sierra Hybrid 2WD is $38,390.
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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interesting to others this week. You have a lot of energy and want to play, but you may have to spend a lot of time on unwanted paperwork due to the actions or incompetence of others. Once you clear that out of the way, you'll be able to enjoy yourself.
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Scorpio - Spiritual insights come to you
with other drivers this week. Even if you are not normally aggressive on the road, this week you will have a tendency to lean hard on the horn and the accelerator. Be aware that your own impatience can be dangerous this week and take extra time to get to your destination if needed.
that can dramatically improve your lifestyle and wellbeing. You may discover that there truly is power in prayer. Meditation and contemplation of higher spiritual truths can bring you peace and physical comfort.
Gemini - You really don't want to be at work this week. You'd rather be at home or out playing, or be just about anywhere else, quite frankly. You have zero patience for foolish behaviour and, unfortunately, it seems to be All Fool's Day at your office right now.
Cancer - If you are single, this is not the best time to get out to meet new people. The people you meet will be strange or dysfunctional in some way. If you are not single, you may find yourself win weird arguments with your mate, unless you make a special effort to be patient and understanding.
Leo - Someone in the may insist that you top up your education at a point where you feel you can't afford to spare the time or the money. It will be a busy, challenging week with many highs and some bumps along the road. An older relative may require medical treatment.
Virgo - You want nothing more than to toss your paperwork in the air and walk away for good, but that's not practical. What you can do is push it to the side of your desk, push the chair back, and take a long walk during break time. It could work wonders.
Sagittarius - You will be in demand in social circles, because you are chatty, exciting and full of wild ideas this week. You have an opportunity to make new friends this week, but they may be dramatically different from your normal circle of friends and companions. Capricorn - You have a hot new business prospect lined up, and you may have to make some decisions very quickly. New partnerships and associations may be lucky for you but you will have to be fast on your feet, making quick changes in your career path, if you want to take advantage. Aquarius - You can learn things this week that could eventually prove to be most helpful in your career. If you can't decide where to spend your free time, look to a local community college and pick up some new computer or communications skills. They will come in handy. Pisces - You have a wonderful opportunity to invest, to save, to pay down your debts, with help from an advisor you count on for more than just financial advice. You find people that share your values are also the ones you most trust where it comes to your bottom line.
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families. The happy hour is all day, every day plus live music Tuesday
table. (There are booths to choose from also).
thru Saturday and the appetizers are half off! There is also a cozy back
The menu starts you off with 12 appetizers consisting of a large
room for private parties and group meetings. The full menu is available
variety to choose from. Some examples are eggplant parmigiana, fried
for take out and large catering. Finally, a restaurant in the neighbor-
mozzarella, bruschetta and shrimp cocktail. I chose the chicken wings
hood where the prices and the choices (along with great tasting) make
which were the best I have ever had! The entrees were equally impres-
eating in or taking out an easy decision to make!
8888 SW 136 Street • Pinecrest, FL 33156 • 305.232.8878