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There’s a lot of talk these days that perhaps there is no need for Santa Claus in this modern, fast-paced, technological era. But I think we still need him, maybe more than ever. Santa pops up every year in December, to remind us of what is true every day of the yea; that life is good and that there is some good in everything and everybody. Santa is a symbol; a symbol of hope and goodness and fairness and the value of being jolly. As a kid, I had a strong belief in the power of Santa Claus and Christmas was always my favorite time of the year. I have many fond memories of the holidays and gift giving. I remember one year when I was six years old, my brother Michael, a.k.a. “Santa,” gave me a huge box wrapped with holiday paper and a big red bow on top. Of course, I madly ripped off the paper and the ribbon, and opened the box frantically, only to find it stuffed with newspaper. But I plunged in and kept digging deeper into the box. Ultimately I found my present at the bottom. It was the baseball I had told my brother several weeks earlier that I wanted for Christmas. I was as happy that he had remembered as I was with the baseball.
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Here’s the popular St. Louis radio auto journalist David Finkelstein outside the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville, TN, where he was visiting the Nissan North America headquarters and test driving the exciting new Rogue CUV. He paused for a moment to get a look at a recent copy of the ‘Pinecrest Tribune.’ Thanks for thinking of us, David!
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Gary Bush named honorary chair for ACS Relay For Life BY ROBERT HAMILTON
he American Cancer Society, the nation’s leading voluntary health organization, has selected Gary Bush to serve as honorary chair for the Relay For Life of Pinecrest, Palmetto Bay and Cutler Bay scheduled for Mar. 1, 2014. Bush is a youth sports coach and science teacher at Miami Southridge Senior High. In April 2013, he was rushed to the emergency room and diagnosed with Cholangiocarcinoma, a rare form of liver cancer. He is undergoing treatment for the disease and with the help of his wife, Michele, an assistant principle at Coconut Palm Academy, will continue the fight as a survivor. The American Cancer Society
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SANTA CLAUS, from page 1 The spirit of Christmas stayed with me as I grew up and became an adult. Many of you may remember that for years I dressed as Santa on Christmas Eve and visit friends’ homes to surprise their kids. That night, my friends would wake up their children while I was walking in the yard and say, “Look! There’s Santa.” I especially recall one little girl (Jackie) who had recently explained to her parents that she did not believe in Santa Claus. Later that night, she saw me through the kitchen window as I approached her house in my Santa suit. I saw her turn
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around, and run to her dad saying, “Daddy! I believe! I believe in Santa!” I think we all have a little bit of Santa Claus in us and I think it’s important to keep the belief alive. I agree with the Jon Bonjovi tune that says? “Believe in love. Believe in magic. Hell, believe in Santa Claus. Believe in others. Believe in yourself. Believe in your dreams. If you don't, who will?” We all have the power to become Santa and we all have the power to make somebody's holiday bright. After all, the holidays are all about giving and sharing. Isn't that what Santa Claus is? Santa gives gifts all over the world. That's his reason for being. That and bringing smiles to the faces of kids and adults everywhere.
2014.” Each team picks a country to represent and the fun and fundraising begins. Along with his honorary chair position this year, Gary and his friends and family are Team Norway. They will join all the Relay participants on Mar. 1 at Evelyn Greer Park, eating foods from “around the world” while enjoying live entertainment, a silent auction and a Kidz Zone. If you want to start a team or donate, go to <www.RelayforLife.org/PinecrestFL>. For information about Relay For Life or about cancer, call toll-free anytime 1-800227-2345 or visit the American Cancer Society website at <www.cancer.org>.
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DARBY CHAIT For three consecutive summers, Palmetto High School senior Darby Chait volunteered her time to help kids learn to swim at the Lou Manganiello Aqua Kids Sharks Summer Camp at Westminster Christian. “I worked through all ages up to 14,” Chait says. “The higher levels wanted to be competitive swimmers,” she says, noting that the younger kids just wanted to learn how to swim. When they weren’t in the water, she helped the kids with arts and crafts projects and played games with them on the field. “We would break it up and they would get free play,” she says. “The last hour they had free play with the lifeguards watching. One summer I worked as a lifeguard there.” Chait swims competitively for the Metro Aquatics Club based at Tamiami Park. “I swim short distance free style,” she says. This year Chait was captain of the Palmetto High girls’ swim team. The team had a good season that was capped with having two girls go on to compete in the state championship swim meet. Although she loves swimming, Chait says she will not compete for a college team because she wants to focus on her studies, though she may swim for a club team. “I grew up with it, it’s kind of like the only thing I’ve done and I’ve grown to love it,” she says. It’s exercise and I’ve learned organizational skills and how to make myself a stronger person. Hopefully, I’ll be open to new experiences and find something else I’m passionate about. But that’s why I’m swimming club, so I can continue
to have the sport in my life.” Now that her high school swimming days are over, Chait has a little more time to concentrate on her other school activities. She is a member of the National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta and the Health Information Project. Many days, she spends two to three hours after school reviewing the information they teach to freshmen. “Once every two weeks, we go to classrooms all day and teach kids how to keep their bodies healthy and how to have selfesteem,” she says. Last year Chait was a math mentor and helped many classmates by tutoring them in math. “I enjoy helping kids, help them better their lives and they can follow me as an example,” she says. “I really enjoyed it and I became close with the students.” This summer, Chait created a program to collect magazines and donate them to a library. “I was browsing through the Internet and I came across this charity,” she says. “I really enjoy reading and I loved my collection and I thought I’m going away, so I should just donate the magazines to children.” The project was done through the Magazine Publishers Family Literacy program. The program donates the magazines to certain charities and homeless shelters. “I just had to alphabetize them and put them in boxes and ship them. I collected around 500 magazines,” she says. “I had a collection of Seventeen Magazine. I wanted to donate them because they gave me great advice.” Chait would like to attend to the University of Florida, but she is also considering the University of Miami and the larger Florida state universities. “I want to go into psychology and hopefully get into a medical school,” she says. “I want to be psychiatrist.” By Linda Rodriguez Bernfeld
MORGAN FURNARI Gulliver Prep junior Morgan Furnari has earned more than 500 hours of community service, most of them earned through dance. She is a member of the Gulliver dance team, the Sundancers, and although she’s only a junior, she is co-captain of the squad. “They usually give the position to senior members, but we only have one senior this year,” Furnari says. “We have an unusually small team this year, but it’s a very nice team and I really like it.” Furnari choreographs dances for the team and helps the other girls improve their dancing technique. She is known as a disciplinarian. “I clean a lot of dances and I’m in charge of discipline,” she says. “I tell anyone who is talking too much to run laps on the field.” The Sundancers perform dance routines at school and they also go to local, regional and national dance competitions. “Last year we were the state champions,” Furnari says. “Last year was such a good
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year for us and this year everyone is passionate. Our team is flourishing and we have routines for jazz, contemporary, hip hop and Latin.” Furnari is also in the Gulliver Dance Club. Club members visit such places as the Palace in Kendall, an adult living facility for the elderly, and perform for the seniors. Outside of school, Furnari dances at Artistic Soul Studios where she dances in competitions and recitals. “We try to keep it down to two competitions,” she says. “We perform at a lot of conventions. We go to classes in big ballrooms. I’m attending five different ones on my own this year.” Furnari says she goes to the conventions to make connections with people in Los Angeles and New York who may help her in the future when she becomes a professional dancer. While most kids would stress with so much to do, Furnari says she loves it all. “I do love balancing it all, it’s like a puzzle that I like to do on my own,” she says. Furnari’s plan is to continue to dance when she goes to college, and to become a professional dancer after college. “Some place like NYU or UCLA would be best for me,” she says. “I’ve been dancing since I was three and I’ve loved every minute of it. I’ve never taken a break.” When she’s not dancing, Furnari is very involved with school activities. She has been class secretary since she was a freshman and she is a member of the National Honor Society (NHS). “We have different fundraisers and projects like Touching Miami with Love,” she says. “We visit kids in Overtown to work as tutors and help them with their schoolwork.” Furnari says through NHS she participates in community events such as fundraising walks for the Autism Society and the Susan G. Komen Breast Foundation. “It shows how Gulliver is able and wants to help,” she says. “We also have several canned food drives.” Furnari also is a member of GPAC, which enforces the Gulliver Honor Code. “We promote integrity so people don’t cheat on tests,” she says. “No plagiarism allowed. And we talk to those students about why they cheated and help them get through it. We help them balance out their time.” By Linda Rodriguez Bernfeld
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JONATHAN CHOW Gulliver Prep senior Jonathan Chow is a water polo star. Not only does he play for the top notch program at Gulliver, he also plays for the U.S. Junior National Water Polo team.
“This year, for my senior year, I’ll be eligible for the junior team,” he says. “Once I graduate, once I pass the high school level, I’ll be eligible for the national team.” Chow began his water polo career playing on the youth national team. In order to remain a member of the junior national team, he must re-qualify every year. “First you have to qualify for the zone team,” he says. “I represent the southeast zone. You have to make that team first. Afterwards, we have a national championship with the national coaches watching the kids play. They select a group of 30 kids.” Then the boys attend a week-long training and selection camp that allows the coaches an in-depth look and evaluation of the aspiring players. “Then when it’s over, they tell us who made the junior national team,” Chow says. “We go home take a break for a week, then they call us back for more training and they select a travel team.” Because all of the other players on the team hail from California, Chow says they get to play more often than he does. The team also doesn’t play as often as he’d like because
of funding issues. “Water polo is a not a very popular sport here, like basketball is,” he says. Chow has been playing water polo for five years, following in his brother’s footsteps. “He was in high school and I was in swimming,” he says. “I thought that he looked cool playing water polo, so I started playing, too. I fell in love with the sport.” Chow also plays water polo for a club team. He has been playing for different clubs because he is trying to broaden his experience and learn from a variety of coaches. “So that I’m not stuck on one philosophy,” he says, adding the he is currently playing the Gulliver Rip Tides. Chow believes the Gulliver water polo team can have a winning season. “I believe we have a very, very good chance of winning the state championship,” he says. “We have a good group of kids that play well and love to play together.” As with most other water polo players, Chow is also on the swim team. Players usually swim in order to keep in shape. His favorite event is the 200 freestyle, though his coach generally enters him in the 500
freestyle, the 200 individual medley and the 200 and 400 freestyle relays, as well as the 200 medley relay. Last year, the Gulliver swim team competed in the state tournament and finished 12th overall. Even though swimming and water polo keep him busy, Chow does find time for community service. Much of his volunteer time is connected to water polo, including his volunteer work at the Pan Am Water Polo Tournament. There the boys help with placing the tents and the chairs for the event which featured the men and women’s national teams from the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico. “I knew some of the players even though I’m on the junior national team, myself,” Chow says. “They used to play with me when they were younger.” Chow has also worked with Operation Smile, helping raise money for the organization, and he has been involved with the Open Ears, Open Arms Club, which collects food and clothing to give to homeless shelters. Chow is also in charge of community service for the Business Club. By Linda Rodriguez Bernfeld
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Thirteen Palmer Trinity students displayed their artwork at Espirito Santo Bank’s “The Future of Art” exhibit earlier this month. Pictured are (l-r) Corolina Esslinger, Michelle Gonzalez, Ana Martinez-Oletta, Danielle Burke, Maria Vallejo, Sarah Lipshultz, Sabrina Yanes, Rodrigo Pecchio and Paulina Ramirez. A total of 35 students from three schools were selected to display their artwork, along with the Palmer Trinity students.
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‘Live Like Bella Lights’ brings holiday cheer to South Florida families BY ALANA PEREZ Executive Director/Pinecrest Gardens
Throughout the US, botanical gardens are throwing the switch on their holiday lights, turning trees, shrubs and other daytime-beautiful plants into extravagant nighttime delights. The tradition of celebrating with winter lights began in ancient times, and today, we drape holiday lights indoors and out. Snowflakes sparkle at windows while illuminated reindeer prance over lawns. If you love holiday lights, look for seasonal displays at Pinecrest Gardens at the Live Like Bella Nights of Lights. The canopy tree entrance greets visitors with a red, white and green display of lights adorning the branches that span the length of the entire driveway. Large lighted doves welcome visitors above the Hibiscus flower pond at the entrance of the Gardens, and the entrance is lined with lights giving it a glow and character like a gingerbread house. Once you enter the Gardens, the Upper Garden, from the paths past the Banyan Bowl to Lakeview Terrace, from the Meadow and Colonnade to the Splash ‘N Play you can see flowers, birds, animals and winter scenes of color lights adorning the Gardens landscape. Admission is $5 and the park is open from 6-9 p.m. Each night there is featured entertainment.
what’s up at the gardens? Below is the schedule for the remainder of the event: • Dec. 20, 7 p.m., holiday story telling (Patio) • Dec. 21, 6:00 p.m. Miami Kids Music & Photos with Santa Claus & holiday story telling (Patio) • Dec. 22-23, 7 p.m., photos with Santa Claus & holiday story telling (Patio) • Jan. 1-3, 7 p.m., holiday story telling (Patio) • Jan. 4-6, 7 p.m., pony rides (Meadow) Dec. 20, Gardens Cinema will present the holiday classic Love Actually, a wonderful Christmas movie where the characters are falling in love, falling out of love, some with the right people, some with the wrong people, some are in the period of mourning; a capsule summary of reality. Love begins and love ends. At all ages and social levels, love is the theme, both romantic and brotherly! The movie is filmed in London, during Christmas and the characters end up at Heathrow airport on a very uplifting note. Admission is $5 and adult refreshments will be served. We wish you and yours a happy holiday season filled with beautiful bright lights and good cheer!
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Turley Jewelers hosts “Live Like Bella”
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Turley Jewelers hosted an elegant evening event November 21 to support “Live Like Bella”, a not-for-profit that supports families enduring pediatric cancer. “When we opened the new store and had more space, we wanted to give back,” said Charlotte De Paula, who owns Turley Jewelers with her husband, Eddie. “We’re people of faith, so we want to give back to God as well. If we can make a difference, that’s what we really want.” Turley Jewelers’ new location opened this past spring at 11219 South Dixie Highway. Bella Rodriguez-Torres was an extraordinary human being who died in May 2013 at age 10 of cancer. The foundation that carries her name and her legacy is raising funds for pediatric cancer research, recreational support for families of children being treated for cancer, and support for memorials for families who have lost a child. “Typically one parent has had to quit working to become a caregiver and people have run through their money for the medical care,” said Bella’s father, Raymond Rodriguez-Torres, chairman of “Live Like Bella.” “For myself I don’t care what kind of monument I have, but unfortunately I will be visiting Bella’s grave for the next 60 years, and we want to help families with that aspect of things as well. “I miss Bella with every fiber of my being. I had the immense privilege of learning from my child, and the essence of her lesson is that it is not the weight of the load that breaks us, rather how we choose to carry it.” In early 2012, the phrase “Live Like Bella” went viral following a post by her mother, Shannah, on Facebook. She challenged the world to go out and live the experiences her daughter, then confined to a bed at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, could not enjoy at the time. Despite a diagnosis of an aggressive stage 4 childhood cancer in 2007, when she was four, Bella went on, with intensive therapy, to live a life filled with joy, prayer and
Charlotte De Paula (left) from Turley Jewelers, with Bella’s mom, Shannah Rodriquez-Torres (center) along with the ladies from Princess Productions,who donated their tips from the evening to Live Like Bella.
inspiration of others. Despite her parents’ being told she would never walk again in 2007, she regained full mobility and the ability to run, jump and dance. Bella was extraordinarily devout for so young a child, frequently praying for other children in the cancer hospitals where she spent so much of her life. “Bella had a special connection to the Virgin Mary,” her father said, “and as she died the music we were playing for her had cycled around to ‘Ave Maria’.” Bella’s viewing, funeral and interment were attended by thousands and covered by local, national and global news organizations. More than 200 police officers and first responders attended her funeral Mass (Bella was an Honorary Chief of the City of Miami Police). Turley Jewelers has created a special bracelet made of recycled-paper beads from beadforlife.org, a not-for-profit that helps women in Uganda become independent by running small businesses. Bella Bracelets - Beads by Bead for Life Owner Eddie De Paula made a (made by women in Uganda beadforlife.org) and silver handmade prototype for cast-metal “B”’s at Turley Jewelers priced at $12. All profits go to Live Like Bella.
in Bella’s handwriting that were added as charms to the bracelets. The bracelets can be purchased for $12 at Turley Jewelers, with 100% of the proceeds going to Live Like Bella. Just in time for holiday shopping, and
through December 24, Turley Jewelers will donate a portion of all sales of fine jewelry to “Live Like Bella.” For more information, call Turley Jewelers at 305-252-1123.
Raymond Rodriquez-Torres (Bella's dad) and his wife, Shannah, with Charlotte and Eddie De Paula.
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Heritage House has been pampering customers for 45 years HAL FELDMAN When people of South Florida think about formal boys clothing, they think Heritage House. Originally located in Suniland, they moved nine years ago to a bright storefront at 12105 S. Dixie Hwy. All told, Heritage House has been pampering its customers and winning life-long fans for more than 45 years. Heritage House is truly a staple of the Pinecrest community and what makes living here so special. Owner Howard Tendrich, along with his brother Jack and store manager Charlie Merrill, have been providing great customer service longer than many of us have been alive. Five others — Jon Tendrich, Michelle Diaz, Michael Rodriguez, Alan Iturrizaga and Wesley Franz — are part of the current team and are always eager to assist. The store is beautiful and the quality of their merchandise is only exceeded by their customer service. And they definitely know their stuff! When a young boy walked in during my interview, they sized him up from 40 feet away and told me his measurements. Testing proved they were spot on. When they say ‘Can I help you?’ they mean it and if they don’t have it in the store, they’ll hunt it down. “We have our seasons,” says Merrill. “Communion sales run late March through May. We have plenty of white suits for that. The bar mitzvah season is primarily during the school year, but we’re always ready to go.” Of course, there are weddings, proms and other events that keep the store busy throughout the year. “I’ve been coming here about eight years, since Justin could wear clothes like this,” said repeat customer Madeleyn Bloodworth. “This is the easiest place to find formal clothes and the personalized service is incredible. I only wish there was a store like
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this for my daughters.” She was in the store with her son, Justin, to get clothes at the last minute for a school event. “I like that they have lots of choices and the clothing is great,” said Justin, a Westminster Christian fifth grader. What we have in South Florida is now going global. Actually, the Internet has been part of the Heritage House formula for about 15 years. But recently, the numbers are really skyrocketing. Thirty percent of all sales are now generated through their website at <www.boyssuits.com>. Howard Tendrich laments the fact that the site is so sophisticated now. “People used to start on the web and then would need to call us to complete an order where we could get to know them,” he said. “With this new generation of website, the call is unnecessary.” Despite that, Heritage House still finds ways to personalize service for every customer. “We got an order from Abu Dhabi this morning,” boasts Merrill, the 37-year veteran manager. “It’s fun to ship our products all over the world!” Merrill was shy when asked about wellknown patrons. “Famous people? We’ve had our share,” he said. “There is a boy’s photo over there, he won Star Search. But, really, everyone is important to us.” That’s true. The staff of Heritage House has been known to make house calls, wedding calls and more in an emergency. When asked about other high-end customer stories, Howard Tendrich told me that he had fun helping the Walton family (of WalMart fame). “They found us online and needed clothing for a family wedding,” he said. “They needed 10 suits, but ended up getting 12 to make sure everything fit just right. Really, all of our cus-
tomers are famous. Just look at the thousands of faces we have up in our store.” “Whether they spend a penny or a thousand dollars, you treat them the same and thank them,” Jack Tendrich added. If you need new threads for the holidays, call Heritage House at 305-232-1776 or 888784-8269; or go to <www.boyssuits.com>. HAL’S HOMEOWNER HELP What are you waiting for? If it’s time to sell your home, it doesn’t cost any more to
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Game changing TiVo service goes live with Atlantic Broadband BY LEE STEPHENS
Atlantic Broadband is one of the cable providers available to Pinecrest residents and they have big news. David Isenberg, chief marketing officer for Atlantic Broadband, was in town last week to announce that Atlantic Broadband has joined forces with the new TiVo, and will offer its customers the ultimate TV experience with the new T6 platform. And by “joined forces” they mean the TiVo T6 platform is built into Atlantic Broadband’s new suite of double and triple play bundles. So now along with blazingly fast Internet speeds and unlimited local and long distance calling anywhere in U.S., Atlantic Broadband customers will receive all the bells and whistles of TiVo’s newest platform without purchasing a $600 receiver. Bundle prices start at $99.99 per month. Existing Atlantic Broadband DVR customers can easily upgrade to the new TiVo service for only $10 more per month. Analysis showed the service to be priced well under the typical AT&T Uverse package. It might be the time to do some comparison shopping of your own. With the TiVo platform, users can record up to six shows at once (so long family squabble), find recently deleted shows (another argument starter), and deliver full DVR service (such as pause and rewind) on every TV in the home. Plus the service allows viewers to stream favorite shows on any mobile device in home, and the ability to download and take entertainment with them when they travel. The unique “What To Watch Now” feature provides shortcuts to popular shows on right now so you’ll avoid the aggravation of endlessly scrolling through “the guide.” Another improvement is that you do not need to point the remote at the
David Isenberg box in order for it to work. In fact you can hide the box if you want. But don’t because when you lose your remote a button on the box will create a beep in the remote and help you find it. Atlantic Broadband, is the nation’s 13th largest cable operator, serving Bal Harbor, Bay Harbor Islands, Golden Beach, Miami Beach, North Bay Village, South Miami, Sunny Isles Beach and Surfside and partially served areas such as Aventura and Pinecrest. “The new TiVo service from Atlantic Broadband is changing the face of cable, and we’re excited to be the first to launch in the Miami area, providing new and existing customers with the ultimate television experience,” said Isenberg.
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Dadeland Marriott emphasizes brilliant moments, flawless service BY JESSE SCHECKNER
With the holiday season upon us and a year’s worth of celebratory events on the horizon, there is no better time to decide where to hold your special engagements, and the highly skilled staff at Miami Marriott Dadeland Catering wants to make that choice an easy one. Boasting a lavish 35,000 square feet of meeting space, the hotel can easily accommodate any event, including a wedding, rehearsal dinner, holiday party, quinceanera, bar or bat mitzvah, Sweet Sixteen, baptism, convention, meeting or trade show. The recent renovations are chiefly cosmetic and modernize the space with brighter, warmer tones. “We want people to think about the hotel as a place to hold events of any size,” says director of sales and marketing Mercedes Etcheberry. “Our staff doesn’t see anything as impossible; we work together towards a common goal, as a team, and it doesn’t matter what the event is, we make it special. A lot of people who come here year after year are going to pleasantly surprised with our new look.” Every Marriott employee has an effect on a guest’s experience, whether in person or through their work behind the scenes. To uphold the high standards, the catering department’s 40 employees go through extensive specialized training to ensure that
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they deliver the brilliant moments they are known for. “We do socials because we are passionate about parties, weddings and events, and we want to make dreams come true,” says catering sales manager Schelida Rodrigues, who oversees event operations. “Everyone involved here is excited for the occasion from the minute they arrive. We are going to make you feel very special when you come to any of our events.” Sometimes relationships are forged between longtime clients and employees. It is during those times, Rodrigues says, that
truly magical experiences occur. “There are employees that have been working here for more than 20 years, and I have clients that had their Sweet Sixteen here who are now getting married and they request the same server,” she says. “It’s wonderful when we can fulfill that kind of request.” Their menu can adapt to accommodate worldwide tastes, and their executive chef will cater to any specifics the event calls for. For specialized cases in, such as their Indian cuisine, they bring in a culinary consultant to ensure the food’s authenticity. Marriott also
undergoes regular refresher courses to keep up with current trends and customs, including annual meetings with the Food and Beverage Council. “We have to keep up with the brand standards, but we also have the flexibility to include the local flavors,” says food and beverage director David Posner. “And that’s with everything – the cocktails that we make, the menus we offer and even in the coffee that we serve.” Marriott is pioneering a new scheduling app, Red Coat Direct, which puts a fully customizable electronic concierge, updated in real-time, into guests’ pockets on their smart phones. They are the first hotel to begin rolling out this service. “Anything you need regarding your meeting, you can do it through your mobile phone,” says Posner. “If you need to adjust the temperature or change the time of your lunch, you can do it without leaving the room or having to talk to anybody or interrupt your meeting, and it works similarly to a text message.” All encompassing in service and second to none in location, Dadeland Marriott’s catering department strives to offer the best value, no matter what a client’s budget may be. Dadeland Marriott is located at 9090 S. Dadeland Blvd. For information, call 305-6701035 or go to <www.marriott.com/miadd>.
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MONEY • Have a down payment of at least 20 percent. • Have your monthly debt payments be no more than 38-45 percent of your gross income. • Be able to document your income. • Have a very good credit score. • Be comfortable with an adjustable rate mortgage. Fixed rate jumbo mortgages are relatively rare since these loans will remain on the bank’s balance sheet. While pricing can vary somewhat from bank to bank, most important are probably the bank’s underwriting criteria and the bank’s ability to close your transaction on time. Community banks and smaller regional banks can be great sources for jumbo mortgage lending. Their underwriting criteria can be more flexible than that of a large national bank and they typically have much less bureaucracy to slow down the process. Smaller banks will take a look at the whole loan, as well as the potential deposit relationship which may follow. Patricia Gonzalez is a mortgage banking officer with the Pinecrest branch of City National Bank. For more information, call 305-799-5328.
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Planning a successful year ahead with your children BY DIANA PINTO
As the end of the year approaches, parents are faced with many decisions – what gifts to buy, where to shop, where to spend the holidays, where to eat and more. Too often, the holidays become a season of madness rather than merriment. I get it! Between gift lists, family dinner plans, holiday travels and Black Friday shopping, this season can be stressful and chaotic, leaving limited time to focus on improving your relationship with your children. But a relationship, like any other responsibility, requires goals, intentions, accountability and trust. When parents visit me for their first coaching session, I ask them to describe their vision for their family and set goals for themselves and their children. Many find this process frustrating. Why? Well, as they admit, setting goals for their family and children has seldom been a priority. This holiday, look at your current situation and identify your greatest challenges. Then create a vision of what you yearn for your family to look like a year from now. Based on my personal and professional planning experience, here are three tips to help you and your family start transforming the nature of this holiday and year ahead from stressful and frustrating to joyful and serene. • Share your expectations and set goals together — Open the lines of communication in your family to reduce frustration. Begin by organizing a family meeting. Use this period to establish realistic expectations regarding behavior, responsibility, and academic achievement. Say what you mean and mean what you say. Expect your kids to resist at first – that’s okay. Listen with empathy and acknowledge their feelings. Help them establish goals for themselves with your guidance. • Love and forgive yourself — Being a forgiving parent means that you will also have to
EDUCATION MATTERS forgive yourself. As a parent, you wear plenty of hats: mom or dad, spouse or partner, friend, business owner, volunteer, chauffeur, etc. You probably experience feelings of unworthiness, failure, and guilt sometimes. These are not helping your children! First, forget society’s expectations about what parenting should be and look like. Second, understand that your culture, upbringing, and experiences have shaped your parenting style – acknowledge these influences and forgive yourself for those that may have negatively influenced your parenting style. If you want to learn how to do things differently, ask for help – family, friends, parent coaches, advisors, and counselors are available to help. When we know better, we do better. Let your children see you for who you are, and trust that you are good enough. • Strengthen your relationship with trust — There is no handbook for “good” parenting. As a result, you are bound to make mistakes. Now that you have set the tone for your family with realistic goals and expectations and forgiven yourself for past mistakes, it is time to begin a new pattern. To cultivate trust, you must establish a routine that reflects the expectations you set earlier. When you establish a steady routine, your tweens will feel secure and less anxious throughout the day. Be consistent. Your tweens will feel important and know what to expect from you and others around them. Have a happy and blessed holiday! Diana Pinto is the owner and head study coach at Pinecrest’s Learning Matters. She has a degree in psychology/child development from Florida International University. For more information, call 786-252-1585 or go to <www.learningmattersflorida.com>.
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27 Quick and Easy Fix Ups to Sell Your Home Fast and for Top Dollar Pinecrest – Because your home may well be your largest asset, selling it is probably one of the most important decisions you will make in your life. And once you have made that decision, you'll want to sell your home for the highest price in the shortest time possible without compromising your sanity. Before you place your home on the market, here's a way to help you to be as prepared as possible. To assist homesellers, a new industry report has just been released called "27 Valuable Tips That You Should Know to Get Your Home Sold Fast and for Top Dollar." It tackles the important issues you need to know to make your home competitive in today's tough, aggressive marketplace. Through these 27 tips you will discover how to protect and capitalize on your most important investment, reduce stress, be in control of your situation, and make the best profit possible. In this report you'll discover how to avoid financial disappointment or worse, a financial disaster when selling your home. Using a common-sense approach, you will get the straight facts about what can make or break the sale of your home. You owe it to yourself to learn how these important tips will give you the competitive edge to get your home sold fast and for the most amount of money. Order your free report today. To hear a brief recorded message about how to order your FREE copy of this report call toll-free 1-800-691-9313 and enter 1023. You can call any time, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Get your free special report NOW. This report is courtesy of William Bloodworth, Keller Williams Realty Premier Properties. Not intended to solicit buyers or sellers currently under contract. Copyright © 2013
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The Art of the Promotion at Art Basel 2013 BY CARL RACHELSON
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Recently, Pope Francis discussed, “the idolatry of money” as well as “trickle-down economics.” He wrote that this philosophy, “expresses a crude and naïve trust in the goodness of those wielding
economic power.” Immediately, kind and thoughtful souls like Rush Limbaugh responded sympathetically, bravely and lovingly accusing the Pope of Marxism. This is an art column, not a political one, or should I say manifesto. I do not wish to get in the middle of a dispute between Francis and a talking mule, but considering the recent Art Basel revelries, the issue merits mention. This year, Art Basel careened wildly from artistic event to full blown artistic opportunism. Whether this is due to Pope Francis’ previously mentioned worship of the almighty Benjamin and those forces in the art sphere hoping for some trickle down or simply old fashioned human ingenuity, I will leave this for you to decide. However, there are some signs that perhaps his holiness spent the first weekend of December in Miami clubbing, attending openings and attaching himself to the events that were being spread like salt on snow in winter. Even a lowly brother like me got invited to about a hundred getties this year, many of them marginally related to the pursuit of quality arts and letters. People I have never heard of and who yielded few results in a Google search invited me to exhibits I have never heard of, where the proceeds were earmarked to a cause I have never heard of benefiting a project I have never heard of, all underwritten by a vodka that I had heard of.
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of invited me to a play I had had never heard of written by an author I had never heard of starring four ex-NBA players long since forgotten that few have ever heard of, being held at the Colony Theater on the Beach. Another offered admission to the most esteemed Italian furniture designers I have never heard of building strong relationships with suppliers that I have never heard of who show them in showrooms I have never heard of hosted by two guys with cool Italian names that I had never heard of. Forgive my piling onto the hyperbole, but never in the history of humankind has the word legendary been so shamelessly used, abused and misused. I could go on to the pop-up this and its partnership with the development group that and its beneficiary this or that. Francis – I’m feeling you. Despite my consternation, and make no mistake, as a proud elitist, sharing this event with hungry and desperate, philistine promoters pains me, a select core of Art Basel remains unbroken. Pulse retains all of its legitimate style in the city’s most
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and CONTEXT get it right. Miami Project’s Max Fishco and Jeffrey Wainhause keep it spacious and do not overwhelm. Scope, despite its collaboration with VH1 and (gasp!) Red Bull, continues to showcase fine work. NADA deserves credit for being an incubator for new art and its non-profit status. All of which takes us back to Pope Francis and Rush. If Mr. Limbaugh were
thriving and profiting off the original paint fumes emanating from the Convention Center on the Beach. He would extol the virtues of all the money generating activities which have sprouted in the last few years. He might even partake of a few free hors d’oeuvres, a cheap cigar lounge, and Boy George spinning his favorites. He would praise the snake oil sales folks peddling tees, smile at the hustling entrepreneurs, and beam at all the Derek Zoolander wannabes needing to be seen. The Pope would see the same things differently; rents rising, suffering artists having to move, Walmart expanding and paying low part time wages, and venture capitalists swarming over Art Basel like vultures. Carl Rachelson is a teacher at Palmer Trinity School and a regular contributor to the Pinecrest Tribune. He may be contacted by email to <crachelson@palmertrinity.org>.
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COOKING WITH JAN I credit this dish to a fellow Dane and cook I worked with years ago. While easy to make, it has a very elegant look and will impress your guests. BAKED SALMON ESCALOPE in horseradish custard 8 generous slices of salmon cut 1/4 inch thick lengthwise 4 egg yolks 1 cup sour cream 1 cup heavy cream juice of 1 lemon 1/4 cup fresh horseradish root, finely grated pinch of nutmeg salt and pepper to taste
Preheat the broiler on high. Arrange two slices of salmon on each of four oven-proof plates. Using an electric mixer, beat the egg yolks, sour cream, heavy cream, lemon juice, horseradish, nutmeg and salt and pepper until creamy. Divide the mixture equally over the salmon slices. Place the plates about an inch from the broiler and glaze the salmon until the custard has turned golden brown. Serve immediately. The plates will be very hot, so place them on top of chargers. TRICK OF THE TRADE Broil only until the custard has turned golden brown. The salmon will cook lightly as a result of being enclosed by the custard. With that, serve a chilled glass of Chablis. Chef Jan Jorgensen is the owner of Two Chefs Restaurant. For more information and reservations, call 305-663-2100 or go to www.twochefsrestauurant.com.
Facial Plastic Surgery with Dr. Bustillo Dr. Bustillo, I had filler placed under my eyes several months ago and I feel that it’s actually made my eyes look worse. They have this swollen look to them. Can I have the filler removed? Madeline Dear Madeline, I am going to assume that you had the filler placed by a reputable physician and that it was hyaluronic acid filler, such as Restylane or Boletero. These fillers are the ones commonly injected into the area just below the eyelids, known as the tear trough. Injecting this area fills this valley and smoothes the eyelid-cheek junction. The filler in this area should be injected in the right depth. An injection placed too superficially can cause the eyelid to look puffy. If this occurs, there is a solution called hyaluronidase, which can dissolve the filler. Your physician can help you with this. If you had this done outside of a medical office, there is a chance that the filler may have been something else. If this is the case, you should consult with a physician that has experience with these issues. Best,
Andres Bustillo, MD You can submit your questions to andres@drbustillo.com Andres Bustillo is a board certified facial plastic surgeon. 305-663-3380 www.drbustillo.com
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Ygrene offers 100% Financing For Property Owners to Make Necessary Upgrades Ygrene Energy Fund Florida, the state’s leading provider of building upgrade financing for commercial and residential property owners, is continuing to offer their unique financing option for property owners to help cover the up front costs associated with property upgrades. Through the property assessed clean energy (PACE) financing model, Ygrene enables commercial and residential property owners to overcome the financial hurdles associated with renovations, including hurricane protection measures, renewable energy systems and energy efficiency upgrades. Ygrene financing requires no upfront costs and is repaid through annual property taxes for a period of up to 20 years. Unlike traditional debt financing options, the financing is bound to the property rather than the individual or business and can transfer with a change in ownership, much like property taxes. Additionally, eligibility is based primarily on property value and equity, rather than credit score. “We offer a flexible financing model that is tailored to meet each property owner’s needs,” said Joe Spector, vice president of operations for Ygrene Energy Fund Florida. “We are impressed by the number of property owners who have applied this year, and hope to continue the trend well into the New Year.” Ygrene Financing covers a variety of upgrades such as solar panel systems, hurricane impact windows, LED lighting systems, energy-conserving air conditioner units and even a new roof! The Residents of Pinecrest have been applying for the financing program since early September, and the village is home to the first residential property in Florida to use PACE. Property owners can visit CleanEnergyGreenCorridor.com, where they can input a home or business address to receive an instant pre-qualification amount and apply for financing. Ygrene financing is available to property owners in the Cities of Cutler Bay, Coral Gables, Miami, Miami Shores, Palmetto Bay, Pinecrest and South Miami. Learn more at CleanEnergyGreenCorridor.com, or by calling (305) 569-0015. About Ygrene Energy Fund Ygrene Energy Fund is the leading developer and administrator of clean energy financing programs throughout the U.S. The company provides privately funded and immediately accessible financing for building upgrades to both residential and commercial property owners, at no upfront costs. Over the next five years, Ygrene's Clean Energy Districts are projected to create tens of thousands of local jobs, invest hundreds of millions into local economies and drive massive reductions in greenhouse gasses. Learn more at Ygrene.us, or at CleanEnergyGreenCorridor.com.
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Take a trip down yellow brick road at the Alper JCC Children’s Museum Suzy Breitner V ISUAL A RTS DI R E C T O R
ALPER JCC NEWS On Jan. 5, we’re off to see the Wizard and the Alper JCC wants you to come along, too! The Grand Opening of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz at the Lisa Ann Watson Children’s Discovery Museum will be a funfilled afternoon for children up to 8 years old and their families. Come dressed in your favorite Wizard of Oz costume. The festivities begin at noon; at 2 p.m. the colorful and hilarious movie The Muppets’ Wizard of Oz will play in the Russell Theater. The Wonderful Wizard of Oz exhibit features larger than life pop-up books that dazzle the eyes and stimulate the mind. Each section of this exhibit, based on the book published in 1900 by L. Frank Baum and illustrated by W.W. Denslow, is an oversized three-dimensional page from the original story. Children will follow the yellow brick road to each component, offering educational activities and learning through play. This innovative, interactive, literacy-
based traveling exhibit allows children to delve into art, history and science through the magic of this timeless story, as a love of reading and storytelling is instilled. In Dorothy’s House children will learn about life on the farm as they dress up and role play, collect and count eggs, learn about water and sun, find out about animals and think about what makes their own home special. They will appreciate the awesome power of a Tornado. In keeping with one of the Alper JCC’s recurring themes, children will learn about tolerance for diverse people in The Land of the Munchkins with a play house, try-on clothes and a diversity puppet show. The Tin Woodsman will teach children about having a heart – the “real thing” that pumps blood through their bodies – as well as the idiom having a heart — being emotionally caring and kind. Scarecrow will show how brains are different sizes in different animals; with brain teaser activities, animal pictures and puzzles, children will understand how they are smart in a variety of ways. Art stations stocked with unique materials will allow children to creatively express their own ideas and thoughts. The Wonderful Wizard of Oz exhibit Grand Opening, Jan. 5, Admission: $5 per person.
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Family continues tradition, opens new Subway on Old Cutler Road BY JESSE SCHECKNER
A new Subway shop has opened up at the intersection of SW 168th Street and Old Cutler Road. The store, which opened Oct. 30, is owned and operated by lifelong Miami residents Enrique Fernandez, his wife, Elsie, and her daughter, Karina Mirabal. It is the first of what they hope will be many future restaurants. “This site is very unique because there aren’t a lot of places around here to eat; either you have to go to S. Dixie Highway or into Cutler Bay,” Enrique said. “We were very lucky to get this location and I think we’ll do very well here.” Subway is a family tradition for them. Elsie’s father opened his first franchise in 1987 on NW 36th Street. He since has opened four more stores, winning several company awards in the process, all while making it a priority to involve all six of his grandchildren in his business. “Just like my dad built his franchise and now all his grandchildren are a part of it, we want to do the same thing,” Elsie said. “We have five kids between the both of us and one grandchild so far, and we always look towards them when we think about wanting to expand from there, for them and for their children.” Not just anyone can open his or her own Subway as the company requires their franchisees to go through extensive training before
being allowed to run a store. Karina, a third grade teacher, has completed the course and will take a leave of absence to manage the restaurant. While there, she will be subject to numerous intra-company monthly inspections by Subway headquarters to make sure everything is exactly on par with their standards. “Eat Fresh” is not just a catchy marketing tagline — the shelf life for every item is three days tops. “It’s the biggest franchise there is right now — bigger than McDonalds, believe it or not — and this year they’ve had the best year in sales, which is good news considering the economy,” Enrique said. “It’s also very healthy, which is great for young people, especially young people in sports.” Youth baseball has been a big part of Enrique’s life since he became involved 25 years ago when his son was 5 and he started the South Florida Travel Baseball League. He since has run parks, leagues and tournaments. He met Elsie, who has been involved in special education programs for 20 years, while serving as athletic director at the Boys and Girls Club. He also took part in an inner city baseball revival program sponsored by the Florida Marlins and has donated his time as a coach at both Killian High School and Gulliver Academy. Currently, he owns and operates Miami International Baseball, which brings international baseball players to Miami, gives them
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room, board and training, and finds colleges for them. He, Elsie and Karina all see Subway as a great opportunity to continue their positive involvement in South Florida, giving discounts to city employees, students from the surrounding areas and through involvement with neighborhood athletics.
“I know a lot of people in the community involved in sports and I plan on helping a lot of the youth programs around here,” he said. “I’m going to focus on some of the parks and school and see what we can do together.” Subway is located at 16707 Old Cutler Rd. For more information, call 305-253-2221 or visit <www.subway.com>.
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Advice for getting through a divorce BY DEBBIE MARTINEZ
The holidays are upon us and along with this joyous time of year come the issue of two households. Communication between you and your ex is just as important as between you and your children. Try to work out a holiday schedule that works for the children so they can spend equal time with both parents. Depending on their ages, involve them in holiday decisions as it’s about what is important for them. Take the time to listen to what they are saying and their feelings, especially if this is the first holiday as a separated family. Now let’s talk about presents as this is a minefield to navigate. Children want to give and please so try (keyword) not to take it personally when they come to you and ask for money to buy your ex’s girlfriend/boyfriend a present. Huge pill to swallow, I know, and depending on the age it can be handled a couple of ways. If the child is older, you could explain to him/her that now that you are divorced, you will pay for presents on your side and that their dad will pay for presents on his side. If the child is young, well, that’s a bullet you will have to take. Putting your children’s feelings first just might be the best present you can give yourself. Next subject is you. Being without your children during the holidays when you have been used to having them for all the festivities but times have changed and you need to change with them. The more you
fight this change, the harder it will be so acceptance and planning is key. Have a plan in place as to what you will do during the times that the children are at your ex’s. Pamper yourself, you deserve it. You can’t stifle your emotions but don’t show your tears in front of the children. Let them enjoy the holidays and not feel guilty about spending time with the other parent. Prepare yourself to hear about the other’s home and what they did and the presents they received. Smile and pour yourself a glass of wine. No transition is easy, but instead of fighting it, accept it and look for ways to make it easier; and, trust me, it does. Note to Self: During the holidays, I will take time out for me and work on acceptance Debbie’s Library – Pick a book to read during the holidays that makes you happy and affords you an escape. Debbie Martinez is a Certified Life Coach specializing in divorce, relationships and women’s issues. She has offices in South Miami. For more information, go to <www.thepowerofdivorcecoach.com> or call 305-984-5121.
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• EDUCATIONAL AND TEEN ADVICE • Paying for what you value Toby Rose ASK TOBY What are some of the questions on this year’s college application? That is a good question. The Common Application has all new questions for 2013. Here are some of them: • Some students have a background or story that is so central to their identity that they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story. • Recount an incident or time when you experienced failure. How did it affect you and what lessons did you learn? • Reflect on a time when you challenged a belief or idea. What prompted you to act? Would you make the same decision again? • Describe a place or environment where you are perfectly content. What do you do or experience there and why is it meaningful to you? • Discuss an accomplishment or event, formal or informal, that marked your transition from childhood to adulthood within your culture, community or family. And here are College Entrance Exam questions from a few other schools: COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY • List the print or electronic publications you read regularly (150 words of less). • List the films, concerts, shows, exhibits, lectures and other entertainment you enjoyed most in the past year (150 words or less).
STANFORD UNIVERSITY • Name your favorite books, authors, films, and/or musical artists. • What newspapers, magazines, and/or websites do you enjoy? • What is the most significant challenge that society faces today (50-word limit)? • How did you spend your last two summers (50-word limit)? • What were your favorite events (performances, exhibits, sporting events, etc.) this past year (50-word limit)? • What five words best describe you? • Stanford students possess an intellectual vitality. Reflect on an idea or experience that has been important to your intellectual development (250-word limit). • Virtually all of Stanford’s undergraduates live on campus. Write a note to your future roommate that reveals something about you or that will help your roommate — and us — know you better (250-word limit). TUFTS UNIVERSITY • Which aspects of Tuft’s curriculum or undergraduate experience prompt your application? In short, why Tufts (suggested length is 50-100 words)? • There is a Quaker saying: “Let your life speak.” Describe the environment in which you were raised – your family, home, neighborhood or community – and how it influenced the person you are today (suggested length 200-250 words). Toby Rose is president of Toby Rose’s College Prep. She is an independent college counselor, was a Dade County Outstanding Teacher and served as chairperson of the Dade County School Board Academic Advisory Committee. Rose may be contacted by calling 305-238-7737, by email at <tobyrose19@yahoo.com> or via the Internet at <www.tobyrose.com>.
The County’s new fiscal year began on Oct. 1, but getting there wasn’t easy. On one hand, taxpayers were calling on their elected leaders to provide economic relief by keeping the property tax rates flat. On the other hand, doing so would mean placing services provided by police, fire rescue, the library system and the animal shelter in financial difficulty. Tough choices had to be made and in the end, while not every service emerged completely unscathed, essential services remain secure—at least for the time being. But the future of Miami-Dade County’s Public Library System, as well as the thousands of cats in dogs in the care of Animal Services Department remains uncertain. It’s been said that we most value that which we pay for through charitable contributions. It’s how we stand behind the causes we believe in. So in that spirit, Miami-Dade County is establishing a trust fund to allow the public to make voluntary contributions toward the county services that matter most to them. Through this trust, you and other like-minded citizens will be able to pool your resources and direct them exactly where you believe they’re needed most. Over the next few weeks, property tax bills will be mailed to nearly a million households and businesses. A postage-paid envelope will be enclosed, making it convenient for concerned citizens to make a voluntary monetary donation over and above their property tax payment. Whether you choose to provide additional support to animal services, the library system, the police or fire rescue, your donation will help ensure that the services you care about will continue to be provided. Keep in mind that these donations are tax deductible and will help meet pressing community needs. Be sure to consult your tax advisor with any specific questions regarding your deduction. Help keep your community moving forward and give a little something back.
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Alteration specialists Remy Taylor moves to new location
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The first impression we often make is in our appearance — how appropriately dressed we are, how well it matches and, possibly most important of all, how well it fits us. Ill-fitting clothing can convey a degree of unintentional carelessness, whether it’s a pair of pants that hang too low on the hips or are too long, a jacket that doesn’t fit well at the shoulders or a shirt with sleeves too baggy and long. Conversely, few things contribute to a person’s style, confidence and comfort as much as a well-polished look accented by tailor-fitted clothing. Remy Tailor owner Elsa Sierra and manager Alejandro Ulloa understand this and have been providing alteration services in South Florida since 1980. They take pride in making people look their best. “Companies make between 10 and 12 sizes, but we have thousands of body types,” Sierra says. “If you go and buy clothes at a store and come here with them, when you leave you have what look like custom-made clothes.” For Sierra, sewing has been a lifelong passion. Not wanting to remain idle after retirement, she pursued her love of needle and thread work, providing modification services for hundreds of customers. “People who haven’t been to the shop in the last four months, they don’t know that we’ve moved,” she says. “We want to let our clients know that we’re still open and that we have a new location.” Remy Tailor alters every kind of clothing, from high-end designer apparel to thrift shop finds; and every type of materi-
leather, suede, beaded cloth and vintage delicate fabrics – all at an affordable cost. “Some people take their clothes to the dry cleaner and have their work done there because they think if they take them to a professional tailor it will be more expensive; but that is not so,” says Sierra. “Our prices are very competitive.” They recognize this classic craft as one whose presence has diminished over the years. “Before, most of our grandmothers knew how to sew at least a little bit, and now most people of this generation don’t even know how to sew on a button,” Sierra says. “This kind of work is becoming extinct; it’s very hard to find a good tailor.” Manager Ulloa has established personal relationships with many clients. First time customers who come in can expect him to incorporate his expertise and warm demeanor into a professional consultation. He regards their business as historically honorable. “This is a very humble and noble business,” he says. “When the economy is good, people go to the stores and buy new clothes – and we alter the clothing to fit them impeccably. But at the same time, when things are not as good, they shop in their own closets. We can change the look of a dress or a pair of pants and give it a more modern look, so garments that people have had in their closet for 20 years can be updated to look more current and fashionable.” Remy Tailor is now located at 12443 S. Dixie Hwy. For more information, call 305-279-4487.
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2014 Lexus RX350 sets standard for luxury CUV class Ron Beasley AUTOMOTIVE EDITOR
LET’S TALK CARS Lexus developed the blueprint for the luxury crossover utility vehicle 15 years ago with the popular RX models, and company engineers continue to improve on the original with each new model year. The 2014 RX 350 follows the pattern of last year’s model that brought a freshened design with the bold new signature spindle grille and the addition of the new RX 350 F SPORT model to the lineup. The RX 350 continues in front-wheel drive and all-weather drive models, along with the F SPORT exclusively with allweather drive. Each is powered by the smooth 3.5-liter DOHC V-6 engine with 270 hp. The standard model (FWD and AWD) uses a six-speed automatic transmission while the F SPORT has an eight-speed automatic transmission. The 2014 Lexus RX350 is not only comfortable, but also boasts a wide array of technological features, including the Lexus
Remote Touch interface and navigation. The RX350, like most Lexus models, utilizes high quality materials and elegant styling to give it an upscale feel. Convenience and ease of use make another leap in the 2014 RX 350 with the addition of available Siri Eyes Free Mode technology licensed from Apple. Compatible with the iPhone, Siri lets you call contacts, select and play music from iTunes, get turn-by-turn navigation through Siri and Apple maps, and much more. To help you keep your eyes on the road and hands on the wheel, Siri can read notifications and calendar information and allow you to add reminders, calendar appointments and notes. The RX F SPORT is a special model, with an exclusive drivetrain and chassis tuning. It’s the first RX model equipped with an eight-speed paddle-shift automatic transmission, and it has a greater appetite for the road with twist-spoke 19-inch wheels and F SPORT tuned suspension. The eight-speed transmission not only makes the RX 350 F SPORT more responsive, but also boosts EPA highway fuel economy from 24 mpg to 26 mpg. The Lexus signature spindle grille gets the distinctive mesh style finish with the F
Lexus RX 350 continues with a design that was freshened last year with the bold signature spindle grille.
SPORT, which is also distinguished by its own front bumper design. The F SPORT interior stands apart, too, with black leather accented by contrasting silver stitching, ebony bird’s-eye maple wood trim, black headliner and aluminum pedals and footrest. The F SPORT steps up the standard luxury by including all features from the Premium and Comfort Packages, which remain options for the standard model. The Premium Package equips the RX 350 with a perforated leather-trimmed interior, power moonroof, memory system for the
driver’s seat, outside mirrors and tilt/telescoping steering wheel, and more. The Comfort Package adds heated and ventilated front seats, High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights and rain-sensing wipers. The MSRP on the 2014 Lexus RX350 ranges from $39,760 to $47,810. 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>.
ImageMaker Medical Spa Offers Latest Techniques, New Location ImageMaker, a fixture in medical aesthetics in Coral Gables since Miguel Angel Ortiz founded it in 1998 and who a couple of years ago joined partnership with Dr. Daniel Carpman, has moved to a new home. A brand-new office at 3014 Coral Way has a clean, modern look and features 12 treatment rooms, each with its own atmosphere of harmony and serenity. ImageMaker offers facials, body treatments for sculpting and weight loss, and numerous treatments for hair growth and removal. Fa-
cials feature microdermabrasion, deep treatment, massage, light therapy with Dermapod technology, activating collagen and other options. Medical aesthetics is a must-have for many people today, and ImageMaker offers the newest technologies for restoring and maintaining a youthful, healthy appearance. Ortiz’ and Dr. Carpmans’ new brainchild is the installation of recessed LED lighting system in every treatment room. The color therapy may be applied to suit any situation. “If you are feeling fatigued, we can make the entire room red, which will help energize you. If you have been having anger problems, we will try to alleviate some of that with green. White brings clarity,” Ortiz says. There’s also yellow, purple and blue. “This is the only medical aesthetics establishment to offer this color therapy treatment enhancement,” Miguel Angel adds. Twelve aestheticians are on staff at ImageMaker. The several medical doctors who practice at ImageMaker have decades of experience; Dr. Daniel Carpman a Skin Care Specialist and argentinian dermatologist, Dr. Jorge Gaviria in hair transplant surgery and Dr. Jeffrey Lagrasso in plastic surgery. ImageMaker also provides spe-
cialists in laser hair removal and treatments that stimulate hair growth. ImageMaker is popular with female and male clients alike. “We take hair off, and we put hair on, I like to say, for him and for her,” Miguel Angel says. Miguel Angel designed the floor plan of the new establishment at 3014 Coral Way as well as the color therapy system. He has been an expert in permanent makeup and medical aesthetic procedures for 25 years. After consultation, clients can choose from
plasma treatments, botox, radiesse, juvederm, laser hair removal, follicular treatments, intradermal pigmentation, and more, as well as minor surgical procedures and evaluations by licensed physicians. For a limited time, new clients will receive coupons for $60 aesthetic treatments at ImageMaker, including facials, body treatments (cellulite and body sculpture) and small-area laser hair removal. That’s half the usual price and a great deal. Call 305-529-9975 for more information.
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Carrie Brazer Center for Autism students are rocket scientists BY CLAIRE DONNELLY
Guillermo’s Queris classes at the Carrie Brazer Center for Autism are studying inventions and their current project is learning about rockets. The students watched in awe, excitement and glee recently as they took turns blasting “soda bottle” rockets into “space.” Since 1999, the Carrie Brazer Center for Autism, with locations in Kendall and South Dade, has provided cognitive training and educational therapy to individuals with autism spectrum disorders and related disabilities from birth through adulthood. The incredible staff works collaboratively to develop individualized programs for each child. The students are becoming better able to communicate with their teachers, classmates and family through augmentative communication devices such as the iPad. Physical education Therapeutic horseback riding is offered as part of the fall/winter physical education program and swimming instruc-
Guillermo’s Queris shows students how to launch “soda bottle” rockets.
tion takes place in the spring. Community based instruction and social skills training are provided through regular field trips to local attractions like the zoo, bowling, skating, children’s museum, etc. The older students are learning life skills and vocational training skills to help them
become more independent. Instruction and therapy continues throughout the school day and after school. The center is open even when school is closed. Programming continues on Saturdays, teacher workdays, and most holidays. Winter, spring and summer camps take place
two days a week at aquatic locations like the Hammocks Nature Center and the Biscayne Nature Center or sailing with Shake A Leg. Exciting on-site activities and field trips are scheduled the other three days. The Carrie Brazer Center for Autism has two area locations. The Kendall Center, at 8790 SW 94 St., serves students from birth through age 12. The South Dade Center, located at 16905 SW 100 Ave., is the middle school and high school as well as the adult vocational center. The older students at the South Dade Center are learning vocational and life skills. These students range from higher functioning individuals who are capable of learning job skills and seeking employment to lower functioning, non-verbal students who are learning to be more independent and learning simple self-help skills. For more information about the Carrie Brazer Center for Autism, call 305-271-8790 or 305-234-0490. Visit the website at <www.cbc4autism.org>.
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Vision • Health • Style Comprehensive eye exams, diagnosis and treatment of ocular diseases, infections and injury, contact lens services including specialty fittings, glasses, industrial safety and sports eyewear. Eyewear selection includes these and many more: Carrera, Gucci, Guess, Rayban, Tiffany, Tom Ford, and Tory Burch. Frames vary by location.
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SERVICES
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• Reading • Math • Language Arts • Español
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caring, seeking work, references available. I will care for your loved ones while you work. 305-238-8428
Cert. Nurse Asst. Very loving and caring. 8 yrs exp. Spanish/English Great references. ••••••••• Call Mrs. Moyano
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HOME BUYERS Save $5000.00 on the purchase of your home Or I’ll pay you $1000.00
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Brown Mackie College seeking Pre School minimum Master Teacher level Adjunct Certified Faculty to instruct General Education Reading courses at our two Math locations now Language Arts located in Miramar Spanish and Miami. Email: Coral Gables area 786.303.5036 bevsmith@edmc.edu
KENDALL MIAMI LAW FIRM seeks experienced LEGAL ASSISTANT. Fax Resume to 305.232.8819
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HOME SELLERS Your home sold in 60 days or I’ll pay you $5000.00 cash!
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Warehouse with Nice Office and Bathroom for lease. Fully Air-Conditioned unit of 500 SF (can be combined into 1,000 or 1,500 SF with adjacent units) just 1 block from US-1. Can be used completely as office/office-showroom but with the flexibility of an overhead warehouse door in the back of the unit. Also ideal for climate controlled storage. Semi-Gated complex. Accordion Shutters, trash pickup included DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS GREAT DEAL! Only $299 a month.
Call 305-417-1869
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PALMETTO BAY HOUSE FOR SALE 4/2.5, Sunken living room, oak/ tile floors, family with fireplace, formal dining, eat-in kitchen, inside laundry rm, screened pool/ patio, 2-car garage, solar water heater, shutters, new roof. $499,000 305-301-3505
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HAIR STATION FOR RENT in Pinecrest (next to Office Max on 136th Street)
$300 per week, including sales tax. Large amount of storage for supplies. For more information, please contact Regina at 305-253-4772 REAL ESTATE
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KENDALL OFFICE SPACE 200-3500 sq/ft We will beat any lease deal in the area. Hurricane protected buildings.
J. Gray 305-271-7177
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Shou Ie LLC seeks a Market Research Manager Mail resume to: 2870 NW 72nd Ave Miami, FL
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Call 305-595-0222
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DO YOU OR A LOVED ONE NEED HELP WITH ALCOHOL OR SUBSTANCE RELATED ISSUES?
Paul Merker has helped hundreds of individuals and families 305.934.5887
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HISTORY TUTOR • For all AP History Courses: American, European & World History • Academic Tutoring for All History Courses and Social Studies Classes • 7th to 12 Grades • Prep for AP History Exams & SAT Subject History Tests References available upon request.
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KP’S MATH CENTER Homeschool Classes to Help Your Child Excel Are you looking for a small, personalized learning environment for your homeschooled child? Then turn to Kathy Procce, a professional tutor certified in math education with 20+ years of experience and a homeschool mother herself. Kathy is offering weekly homeschool morning mini classes or afternoon math classes in an intimate classroom setting in the Falls area. A good foundation in math will last a lifetime while building self-esteem and critical thinking skills. Contact Kathy at 305.244.6945 or email kprocce@gmail.com to get proven results for your child. All grade levels welcome.
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