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‘Fashion in Gardens’ set for March 1 to aid Village schools BY LINDA RODRIGUEZ BERNFELD ne of the primary goals for Pinecrest mayors has been to maintain the quality of education at the five public schools located in the Village. That goal has always been a priority for Mayor Cindy Lerner, who initiated the SmARTy Dog campaign last year that positioned beautifully painted dogs on public property throughout the Village. The colorful dog statues were later auctioned off to raise money to equip the schools with smart boards. This year, Lerner is leading a new campaign — Fashion in the Gardens scheduled for March 1 — and she is reaching out to Pinecrest parents to make the fundraiser a success. “It’s an opportunity to get all five of the school PTAs to work together for one major event,” she says. “I’m hopeful we are going to be able to sell out all 400 seats, have a fabulous event and make far more money than has ever been made for all five schools.” Lerner hopes the Fashion in the Gardens luncheon will become a tradition in Pinecrest to support the local school. In previous years, the schools received money from the Pinecrest Business Association’s A Taste of Pinecrest event. But, this year the PBA is working with the YMCA, so Mayor Lerner decided to create Fashion in the Gardens to replace the lost

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Walking 4 Friendship: going the extra mile

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That’s Jack McKeon, the former manager of the 2003 World Champion Florida Marlins, sitting in front of Richard Lopez and sons John, Marc and Chris during Marlins Night at a recent Howard Palmetto Baseball and Softball event at Suniland Park. Of course they remembered to take along a copy of their favorite hometown newspaper. Thanks for thinking of us, guys!

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My brother Michael and I were among the more than 1,000 children, teens, parents, grandparents and supporters who walked in the fourth annual Walking 4 Friendship on Sunday, Feb. 10. The 3K Walk and Carnival benefited the Friendship Circle, a group that offers amazing programs for children with special needs. It was so rewarding to see the happy faces of the children and families whose lives are touched by the activities and programs of the Friendship Circle, and the many

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school funding. “I had to come up with something quick and easy that wouldn’t strain the volunteers too much or the Gardens,” says Mayor Lerner. “It made sense to plan a luncheon.” That’s because everyone is familiar with going to a luncheon and planning luncheons. Even so this would be a first in many ways. “No one has ever done a fundraising luncheon in Pinecrest for the Village community,” Mayor Lerner says. “Every week that we have been meeting someone new comes on board. And they have the contacts with the media or with a caterer or someone who can help.” Auction items will include the new art animals that are replacing the dogs that were so popular in the SmARTy Dog campaign. “That was very successful and we are developing the next generation, but instead of using the marketing company we’ve ordered a dozen dogs and cats,” Lerner says. “They’re called Teacher’s Pets and local artists will paint the nine dogs and three cats that will be put up for auction. To come and bid on one of the Teacher’s Pets, you have to buy a ticket.” The finished Teacher’s Pets will be put on display a week before the Fashion in the Garden event. Lerner says the painted animal statues will have value because they will be limited editions painted by several wellknown local artists, including Phil Fung, Miguel Paredes, Patricia Barrow, Veronica

WALK, from page 1 ––––––––––––– teenage volunteers who are the lifeblood of the program’s success. This year’s walk was bigger and better than ever. Hats is off to Rabbi Yossi Harlig, Nechama Harlig and Heather Utset for organizing this heartwarming annual event that brings the community together to benefit such a wonderful cause. It was great to see several local organizations supporting this year’s efforts with sponsorship tables. It was fun to watch the children enjoying carnival rides and crafts. And, we all enjoyed the live entertainment on stage. There was a rousing martial arts demonstration by Kia Kidz. The barbershop quar-

Saenz, Alex Burdett, Leonor Murciano and Patricia Sanpedro. Tickets to Fashion in the Garden are $50 and there will be seating for 400. Village schools will be responsible for selling tickets for eight tables. Each of the 6,200 students attending Pinecrest schools will be given printed information about the event, with instructions to take it home to their parents and family. “We’re also looking for sponsors,” says Mayor Lerner. “We have a Platinum level sponsor available for $3,000, while a Gold level goes for $1,500 and Silver is $750.” The Platinum sponsor will have the option of setting a table or booth at the event to display products; Gold sponsors will get a halftable and recognition and Silver sponsors will be given recognition for their participation.

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tet style-group, the Singing Miamians of Pinecrest, was a big hit with the crowd. And, the children of the Friendship Circle’s guitar program, along with many others, gave memorable performances. Honorary volunteer Alexis Greenberg, a young adult with autism, joined Nechama and this year’s top fundraiser, Joe Roisman of Perry Ellis International, to cut the ribbon and kick off the event. It truly was a powerful moment. Michael and I want to thank everyone who supported us in our efforts to raise money for the Friendship Circle. The money raised is crucial to continuing this empowering program that makes a difference in the lives of children with special needs and their families. For more information about the Friendship Circle program, call the office at 305-234-5654.

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18 new retailers, restaurants to open at expanded Dadeland

BY LEE STEPHENS

Dadeland Mall will open a new two-story addition this year and add at least 18 new stores and restaurants to its tenant roster. The mall’s latest expansion represents 102,000 square feet of additional space for the iconic shopping center and is part of a significant redevelopment for the property, owned by the Simon Property Group, reportedly the world’s leading retail real estate company, The new Dadeland retailers include Tommy Bahama, Hugo Boss, Microsoft, Stuart Weitzman, PUMA, Donald J Pliner, Porsche Design, Vince Camuto, Free People, Urban Outfitters, Express, Original Penguin, Tesla, Fit2Run, Everything But Water, babycottons, Luggage & More and ALO Diamonds. Perhaps the most unique of the new tenants is the interactive Tesla store, which will allow potential electric car buyers to check out Tesla’s technology, learn about owning an electric car and configure their own plug-inelectric vehicle (PRV) in the Tesla Design Studio. Also interesting is the Porsche Design store, which will offer a range of functional, timeless products, including a high-end women’s and men’s fashion collection, engineered sportswear, fine timepieces, iconic

eyewear, a line of men’s fragrances, luxurious luggage styles, home accessories and stateof-the-art electronics such as mobile phones. And Microsoft will open a retail store and offer a wide assortment of products, including desktops, laptops, tablets and all-in-one-PCs running Windows 8; Xbox 360 consoles and accessories, including Kinect for Xbox 360; Windows Phones; Microsoft Office; and a variety of personalization options and accessories. In addition to the new retailers, the second story of Dadeland Mall’s new addition will have unique dining options that offer patrons the ideal spot to relax and unwind. The design and beautiful outdoor dining terraces will allow visitors the opportunity to dine alfresco as they overlook Kendall from patio seating. The restaurant lineup includes Bobby Flay’s Burger Palace, Aoki Teppanyaki, Earls Kitchen + Bar, Balans and Aroma Espresso Bar. The modern design of the Dadeland Mall’s newest wing will feature a “Fashion Runway” complete with luminous cube bollards, tree sculptures, a fountain, and luxury valet with distinctive canopies. A “Modern Gallery” interior theme with stone-clad columns as well as a Mission-inspired art wall will transport visitor’s seaside with touches of turquoise, gold and beige sprinkled through-

out. Shoppers will also find ample long, linear and luxurious seating. An additional 300 new parking spaces and a second valet station will be added, along with two new parking levels to serve the expansion. “We are thrilled to be able to bring such outstanding retailer and restaurant options to better serve our visitors,” said Maria Prado, general manager at Dadeland Mall. “We are hopeful that both our local customers and international shoppers will agree that the new wing offers a wide variety of choices to suit everyone’s tastes.” Dadeland Mall, Miami’s original and most

iconic shopping center, is anchored by Florida’s largest Macy’s, as well as Macy’s Home Gallery & Kids, Saks Fifth Avenue, JCPenney, and Nordstrom. Dadeland offers a variety of dining options like The Cheesecake Factory in addition to over 185 specialty stores including Apple, J. Crew, bebe, White House | Black Market, Zara, A/X Exchange, Hollister, Lucky Brand Jeans, Victoria’s Secret and Hugo Boss. Dadeland Mall is located at 7535 N. Kendall Drive, between the Palmetto Expressway and US 1. For more information, call 305-6656226 or go to <www.simon.com>.

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CATHERINE LEVY Catherine Levy is the Ransom Everglades School Silver Knight nominee in the category of Music. Levy, a senior, says music has shaped her life, allowed her to travel and

given her many exciting adventures. Those adventures began when she was in the fifth grade and joined the Miami Children’s Chorus. “With the Miami Children’s Chorus, I traveled to South Africa, New York and Washington, D.C.,” she says. “And this summer we’re going to Italy.” Levy auditioned for the Miami Children’s Chorus when she was in the fourth grade after receiving encouragement from one of her teachers. When she entered high school at Ransom Everglades, she joined the school chorus. Since then, she has achieved superior ratings in her competition performances and has been to All State during all four years of her high school career. Levy plans to minor in music and will join some type of singing group while she is in college. Her academics are strong; she’s a National Hispanic Scholar and an Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction, so she has had no problem with being accepted for admission to the colleges of her choice. In fact, she has heard positively from Norte Dame, the University of Miami, Florida and North Carolina-Chapel Hill. She plans to major in business.

Levy is getting good training this year in management as the president of Symphonettes, a community service organization. Last year, she chaired the group’s annual garage sale and participated in the Coral Gables Congregational Church community arts program. She also mentored children in music theory on Saturdays. Levy joined Symphonettes as a sophomore and has been active ever since. As president she sets the calendar and directs both the monthly board meeting and the general membership meeting. The board is made up of 30 girls and there are 75 members overall. “It’s challenging at times, but I make it work,” she says. The club’s big fundraiser is the annual Fashion Show, which is set for April 7 at the Coral Gables Hyatt. This year Levy hopes the Fashion Show and luncheon will make generate than $20,000 in profits. That money is doled out to the arts community for programs such as the Miami Children’s Chorus, which funds tuition for 10 children. “Personally, the reason I joined is because I started seeing all the underfunded arts programs,” Levy says. “Last year we donated $28,000 to nine different organizations.”

Symphonettes donated to a variety of organizations, a mix of old and new after they re-evaluated their donor list a year earlier. “We added a few and took a few off,” Levy says. “It’s probably going to stay the same this year since we just finished evaluating.” Along with raising money for arts programs, Symphonettes members also usher at events for the Miami Children’s Chorus, the Miami Children’s Theater, the UM Frost Music School and St. Martha’s Catholic Church. “Everyone is required to do a certain amount of community service, such as ushering,” Levy says. “In the past, it’s something girls have gotten around. I recently passed a new rule that stipulates if you miss one or cancel one and you don’t find a replacement, you have to do an extra one. It was reflecting badly on the club.” Levy is also a member of the National Honor Society and Mu Alpha Theta, the math honor society. She also earned community service hours working as a camp counselor at Ransom during the summer. By Linda Rodriguez Bernfeld

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NICHOLAS GONZALEZ Nicholas Gonzalez is the Palmetto High School Silver Knight nominee in Business. A senior, he says he was tapped for the honor because of his high grades in business classes, his Outstanding Junior Business Award and his participation in DECA. “It’s a business club and it focuses on helping you develop business skills,” Gonzalez says. “I used to be the historian; now I’m a member. When I was an officer last year, we started Palmetto’s first business fashion show.” The students featured attire that could be worn in business; not only clothing for the office, but casual clothes that could be worn at a company picnic. Gonzalez’s role that day was to be the main photographer for the show. “We set up the auditorium with a mock runway,” he says. “We had our business teacher working with us on this. Basically it was just the students deciding what different locations we would focus on.” In his junior year, Gonzalez participated in the DECA competition in the area of principles of business management and came in first at the district level. “I went to states and I placed fifth to qualify for nationals,” Gonzalez says. However, he couldn’t go to nationals

because it was the day of the Eagle Court of Honor for Troop 457. He was one of 14 Boy Scouts who became an Eagle that day. Gonzalez worked on his Eagle required community service project at Zoo Miami in September, 2011. “We planted over 100 gumbo limbo trees,” he says. “We also built a 12x24-foot greenhouse and then built five shelves of five-foot length for the greenhouse.” Gonzalez says he wanted to work on a project at the zoo because he has lived near it for all of his life. “I spent my summers there at zoo camp,” he says. “I wanted to get back to it.” The trees planted at the zoo were donated by a local nursery that couldn’t sell them and needed to move them off the property. More than 120 volunteers helped Gonzalez complete the project that day. “It was awesome!” he says. “The only way to get the job done was to go in at a specific time, but I was afraid there wouldn’t be enough people there on time to complete the job. I had over 100 volunteers there by 8 a.m.” The trees were planted in an area far back on the property. “We planted the trees where the old zoo used to be,” he says. Gonzalez says it took him most of the summer to plan the project. “There were so many things to figure out,” he says. “And there were many meetings at the zoo.” Then the plans were complicated by a change in zoo personnel. But eventually the project came together successfully. Gonzalez has been accepted by several universities including Florida State, Central Florida and Florida International. He is considering a major in either business or biomedical engineering. This year at Palmetto High he is enrolled in an extra class – an internship with Palmetto’s network technician. As the intern, he is learning how to fix computers in the office. He also helped set up Palmetto’s first i-Prep classroom. “That was pretty cool,” he says. Because of his interest in computers, he is in the American Technology Honor Society. By Linda Rodriguez Bernfeld

MYUNGYI SON Myungyi Son is the Palmetto High Silver Knight nominee for Music. Son plays piano and flute, and has been a member of the marching band, the symphonic band, the pit orchestra and the full orchestra. She also is an accomplished pianist. “I received superior evaluations in the Musically Advanced Division at the Federation Music Festival,” she says. Son also received superiors for Solos and Ensemble for Level Seven, the highest level, from the Florida Bandmasters Association competitions in piano. She was given superior ratings at state for Level Six in both piano and flute. Son began playing piano when she was five years old and started with the flute when she was eight. She stopped playing both instruments for a couple of years when she moved to Miami from South Korea. She was 10 years old and in the fourth grade. She resumed her playing when she entered middle school. Son says her parents moved to the United States to provide better opportunities for their children. There were few Asians attending the school and she says the other kids would stare at her and at her brother. “I was afraid that kids would laugh at my accent,” she says. “In fifth grade, I tried

really hard to learn English, and I did.” Today, Son has a very slight accent, but her worry about speaking English properly led to her Silver Knight project. “I made audio books for underprivileged children in Thailand, Indonesia and China,” she says, adding that the children are abused, homeless kids, and some are blind. “They are learning English. English education is important in any Asian country. These children have limited resources, so I made an audio book and sent copies to them.” For the project, she read two books, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button by F. Scott Fitzgerald and Fairy Tales by the Brothers Grimm. It took her four months to record the books. “If you mess up, you have to start all over again,” she says. “Each paragraph takes about 70 tries. Everything had to be perfect.” Even though it was arduous work, Son says she enjoyed it. “I wouldn’t have done it if I didn’t,” she says. “Because of my past efforts to learn English, I wanted to help other learn the language. I emailed several organizations in those countries and they gave me positive responses; they gave me addresses and I shipped two CDs to each place.” It’s fitting that she would read books for her project since she is the president of the English Honor Society. She is also the secretary for the Tri-M Honor Society and a past vice president of the Social Science Honor Society. This year she is on the club’s executive board. One reason that Son has been able to learn to speak English with just the slightest of accents is because she has perfect pitch, which allows her to detect notes. Her perfect pitch also helps her to master musical instruments and play them well. She hopes to learn how to play even more instruments when she goes to college. However, she does not intend to major in music. She says she is planning to major in international relations and minor in philosophy. Music, she says, is just a hobby. Son’s academics are equal to her musical ability. She is a National AP Scholar, which means that she has scored fours or fives on eight or more Advanced Placement tests. By Linda Rodriguez Bernfeld

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teenage volunteers who are the lifeblood of the program’s success. This year’s walk was bigger and better than ever. Hats is off to Rabbi Yossi Harlig, Nechama Harlig and Heather Utset for organizing this heartwarming annual event that brings the community together to benefit such a wonderful cause. It was great to see several local organizations supporting this year’s efforts with sponsorship tables. It was fun to watch the children enjoying carnival rides and crafts. And, we all enjoyed the live entertainment on stage. There was a rousing martial arts demonstration by Kia Kidz. The barbershop quar-

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New South Dade family YMCA to open soon HAL FELDMAN The YMCA of Greater Miami started downtown in 1916 with the dream of enhancing Dade County communities. In 1918, its first building was opened with just 300 members. Today, there are five YMCA locations throughout Miami-Dade County serving tens of thousands of members. In just a few short weeks, the newest YMCA Family Center will open across from The Falls Shopping Center, replacing a facility that has far outgrown its bulging walls. The gleaming glass structure will allow vast expansion of an already thriving South Dade YMCA community. By the numbers, this building is more than impressive. At 40,000-square-feet, it houses a 7,300-square-foot basketball gymnasium, two hardwood floor exercise studios, two large community rooms, a 900-square-foot Kids Zone (split into two age groups: toddler to 4 and ages 5-12), and a huge second-floor wellness center at nearly 7,000-square feet. In short, there will be plenty of room for existing members and for explosive growth. “We have roughly 4000 people with us right now in the old facility and we’ll more than triple that before the end of 2013,” says executive director Andy Weighill. “The new space really affords us the ability to vastly expand our programming for members.” “The new facility is so much larger than our existing Family Center that you could easily fit that building inside the new gymnasium,” says Charlotte Donn, assistant vice

president of marketing and communications. The best part of the new Y is how open everything feels. Windows let in tons of natural light and areas aren’t walled off; instead they flow into one another. The careful thought behind the facility is apparent at every turn, with efficient design evident everywhere and lots of room to grow. The locker rooms and equipment are state of the art. No detail was left to chance. With basketball moving indoors, the YMCA will add lacrosse, soccer and volleyball to its outdoor offerings. Camps will expand their options as well, even offering a Princesses Camp to young girls. Once the facility opens, the old building will be torn down. Within 2-3 years, a pool will be built where the old building stood. The new YMCA Family Center is now slated to open in late February. To help garner exposure and to partner with area businesses, the YMCA will be hosting the Taste of Pinecrest event on April 7. They expect to have about 10,000 people come out for the event. Whether an existing member or a potential new one, this is an exciting time for area residents who can now take advantage of a new world-class wellness center nearby.

COOKIES APLENTY! Another Girl Scout Cookies season has passed us by. I know this by the many Thin Mints boxes piled up in our freezer and the thought of doing a few more sit-ups in my head. Ligia Rodriguez, along with daughters Emma, 7, Siani, 9, and Brianna, 11, camped outside the Suniland Shopping Center Starbucks on a recent Saturday morning. They spent a few hours hoping to sell lots of cookies to shoppers in addition to the door-to-door efforts they already made. “If I can sell 2,000 boxes of cookies, I earn a laptop and get to swim with the dolphins,” explained Emma. Siani quickly jumped in to make sure I understood that all three sisters would share the laptop. The Girl Scouts have been selling cookies like this since 1917. I, for one, am already thinking about my selections for next year. HAL’S HOMEOWNER HELP This year of 2013 is shaping up to be the speed-dating version of real estate! If you are buying or selling, you won’t want to blink. Properties are once again getting offers on their first day. It would be my pleasure to list your home for you and educate you on the latest market trends.

Pictured are (l-r) Ligia Rodriguez with daughters Emma, 7, Brianna, 11, and Siani, 9.

Hal Feldman is a Realtor with RE/MAX Advance Realty. Contact him with your story ideas or real estate questions at < w w w. M i a m i H a l . c o m > , <Hal@MiamiHal.com> or <www.facebook.com/MiamiHal>.

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Continue to support the University of Miami basketball team BY PRESTON MICHELSON

For all intents and purposes, basketball is the only sport that is active in South Florida. The Miami Heat has long been on this platform, but now joining them on the stage is the University of Miami Hurricanes men’s basketball team. The Hurricanes’ digital media department, earlier this season, launched a mission entitled Operation Sellout, which tracks the number of tickets sold and makes it easy for fans to buy tickets. Operation Sellout culminated on Jan. 23 when the BankUnited Center reached its capacity of 7,972. And then the Canes beat Duke. As is typical Miami form, heaps of fans jumped on the Hurricanes’ bandwagon as they logged sellout after sellout. The energy that now runs through the BankUnited Center is something unseen – for any UM athletic event. This is the way to build a struggling college athletic team. Bring in hoards of fans, treat them to an enjoyable time and then beat the number one team in the nation. Not only are they winning, but they are doing so in style. When the Canes beat number one Duke, they “slapped the floor,” an affront to the long-time Blue Devils tradition. When they defeated the North Carolina Tar Heels, Shane Larkin and Kenny Kadji paired up on a backboard alley-oop, wowing the sold-out arena. The Hurricanes’ resurgence is in no small part due to head coach Jim Larranaga. He took a team without a winning record in the ACC and transformed it into a top-tier basketball team with very few weaknesses. He has also fostered a basketball culture at the university by going dorm hopping. “We brought Buffalo Wild Wings and pizza to the students trying to drum up inter-

est in our program,” Larranaga said recently. And drum up interest he has. Row after row of raucous orange and green fans now populate the section behind one of the backboards. Adjacent to them is the UM pep band, now louder and more powerful than ever. In all likelihood, the Canes will make it into March Madness. The support they will receive will be impressive because if there is anything that Miami does well, it is support a winner. However, unless the Canes continue to win, fan support will dwindle. This is the nature of the Miami sports fan. The unlimited-capacity bandwagon is a nice entry point for new Hurricanes fans. It needs to be more than a part-time commitment. Whether this team is ranked in the top five of Division I basketball teams, or whether it is unranked, it still needs your support. As is the nature of college basketball, recruits want to play for a winning team and a team with die-hard fan support. College sports is one of the few places where fan support really creates a pragmatic, noticeable difference. The University of Miami men’s basketball team has done everything that it can do to lure in fans. Now, it is time for you to do your part. Support this team through its ups and its downs. It will be rewarding in the end. Preston Michelson is a senior at Palmer Trinity School where he is the public address announcer for all varsity sporting events. Contact him on Twitter at @PrestonMich or by email at <michelsonpr@gmail.com>.

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Rebuilding Together Miami-Dade gets $5K grant from State Farm BY LEE STEPHENS

Rebuilding Together Miami-Dade has received a $5,000 community development grant from State Farm. The grant will be used to preserve affordable housing in Miami-Dade and is designated to fund materials for the rehabilitation of the homes of low-income, elderly or disabled residents The objective of Rebuilding Together Miami is to provide a safe, dry and healthy house for low-income homeowners so they may remain in their

homes. Each year Rebuilding Together Miami-Dade organizes a National Rebuild Day on the last Saturday of April and 20-25 homes are rehabilitated. Service projects, such as National Rebuild Day, would not be possible without support and funding for the materials used in home repair. Rebuilding Together Miami-Dade continues to need corporate sponsors, donations and volunteers for upcoming projects. For more information, call 305665-1146, ext. 213, or go to <www.rebuildingtogethermiami.org>.

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Zinsko, Federal Pacific circuit breakers panels are fire hazard BY KENT CROOK President, Wiremasters Electric

The circuit breaker panel is one of the most important parts of the electrical system in your home. As long as your electrical service is up and running, you probably don’t even think about this panel. What you may not know is that if that unit has the brand name of Zinsko or Federal Pacific, there’s a fire waiting to happen. And if you open your circuit panel door, you probably won’t be able to tell that you have a big problem. Both Zinsko and Federal Pacific panels have lost their UL ratings, which means they should be replaced wherever they are installed. Here’s some background: Zinsco was first manufactured by a company founded by Emile Martin Zinsmeyer and his son Martin Emile in the early ’30s. The company, renamed Zinsco in 1943, was sold in 1973 to GTE-Sylvania who continued to manufacture breakers and panels to the original Zinsco design. Production of Zinsco panels stopped in the mid-1970s. Unfortunately most of the Zinsco panels are obsolete. As homes have increased their energy demands, the Zinsco panels have sometimes overheated, leading to melting of certain parts. The melting means that the circuit breaker no longer can trip in case of a short circuit or overcurrent. When this occurs, the panel cannot be stopped or shut off manually. Electricity will burn until it runs out of fuel or the wires melt. The panel can overheat and catch fire. The Zinsco problems cannot be seen with the naked eye. You should not attempt to remove breakers from your own panel to determine if they have melted. Only a licensed electrician should perform this task because the Zinsco panels can be a risk for electrical shock.

WIREMASTERS A second manufacturer of electrical panels, Federal Pacific Electric Company, was one of the most common producers of circuit breaker panels in North America from the 1950s to the 1980s. Across the U.S., millions of the FPE panels were installed in homes. Experts now say that FPE panels can seem to work well for years, but after one overcurrent or short circuit, they overheat and become fire hazards. A class action suit in a New Jersey State Court ruled that FPE violated the Consumer Fraud Act by distributing circuit breakers not tested to meet UL standards. It is estimated that as many as 28 million FPE Stab-Lok breakers are in use in the United States. In some conditions, as many as one-million of them may fail to provide proper fire protection. This includes “new old stock” and “substitute” FPE Stab-Lok breakers, none of which have shown any improvement in reliability. As a homeowner who finds either a Zinsco or an FPE circuit panel installed, your next step should be requesting an inspection by a licensed electrical contractor, followed by installation of a new panel. Wiremasters Electric will give a $200 discount to customers needing the replacement of their electrical panels. Check out our website at <www.wiremasterselectric.com> and call us at 305-3784011 or email us at <info@wiremasterselectric.com> with any questions and comments. Check out our website at <www.wiremasterselectric.com> and contact us at 305378-4011 or email us at <info@wiremasterselectric.com> with any questions and comments.

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$975,000 17070 SW 74 Pl Tastefully updated 4 bdrm/3.5 bath, 3,700 sq ft home in gated community of Old Cutler Palms in Palmetto Bay. Beautiful kitchen, expansive living areas, great for entertaining. Lush landscaping surrounds private pool and home on just over 17,200 sq ft lot. 3 car garage. $725,000

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• EDUCATIONAL AND TEEN ADVICE • Toby Rose ASK TOBY Many readers have requested a second column regarding college application essay questions. The following are exact questions used by Boston College on the 2012 application. • St. Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Society of Jesus, encouraged his followers to live their lives in the service of others. How do you plan to serve others in your future endeavors? • From David McCullough’s recent commencement address at BC: “Facts alone are never enough. Facts rarely if ever have any soul. In writing or trying to understand history, one may have all manner of ‘data’ and miss the point. One can have all the facts and miss the truth. It can be like the old piano teacher’s lament to her student, “I hear all the notes, but I hear no music.” Tell us about a time you had all of the facts but missed the meaning. • In his novel Let the Great World Spin, Colum McCann writes: “We seldom know what we’re hearing when we hear something for the first time. But one thing is cer-

tain, we hear it as we will never hear it again. We return to the moment to experience it, I suppose, but we can never really find it, only its memory, the faintest imprint of what it really was, what it meant.” Tell us about something you heard or experienced for the first time and how the years since have affected your perception of that moment. • Boston College has a first-year convocation program that includes the reading and discussion of a common book that explores Jesuit ideals, community service and learning. If you were to select the book for your convocation, what would you choose and why? I’m sure you will find these questions almost impossible to answer. Let me assure you that Boston College’s questions are typical of any good college. Perhaps now you can understand why I say every college application, including the essay, takes 10-25 hours. 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>.

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Follow the yellow brick road to JCC summer camp Linda K. Landy ALPER JCC When I was a kid, The Wizard of Oz was my favorite movie. Long before the days of VHS and DVD, the Wizard of Oz movie was televised each year only on Thanksgiving. It was a tradition to watch it and I still can’t get through the end without crying. The theme of this year’s Alper JCC summer camp is a play on the Wizard of Oz. “There is no place like camp.” I guarantee campers will catch a glimpse of Dorothy, the Tin Man, Scarecrow, the Cowardly Lion, and Toto, too. But the award-winning JCC summer camp doesn’t need a catchy theme to give your child a completely magical summer.

There is something for every age and interest. The camp is open to boys and girls 13 months to 14 years for two-week intervals June 17 through Aug. 9. The day is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., but early and late care is available for all campers from 7:30 to 9 a.m. and 4 to 6 p.m. at an additional fee. Plus there are many evening, late-night and sleep over activities scheduled throughout the summer. You do not need to be a member of the J, although JCC Family members receive registration priority and discounted rates. The camp is a one-stop-shop offering activities that are usually only available at sleep away camps such as fishing, canoeing, ceramics, martial arts, chess and computers. Specialty camps include sports camp, performing arts camp (dance, drama, art and music), special needs camp, teen travel and leadership training. If your kids can’t decide (imagine that) what they want to do, let them try several. Preschoolers are nestled in a separate building with low camper-to-counselor ratio and certified specialist trained in sports, music, gymnastics, art, creative movement, cooking, swimming and nature. There is swimming instruction in a junior Olympic pool for campers three years and up. General campers are greeted each morning at flag pole and then head out to their age-appropriate bunks. Each bunk moves around to sports (basketball, kickball ball, football and relay races), team building, swim, art, drama, fishing and canoeing, music, nature, cooking and much more. In addition, campers can specialize in activities that they love with more than 40 hobby hour choices including yearbook, jewelry making, newspaper, kayaking, tennis, rocketry, canoeing, martial arts, dance, baseball, painting, ceramics, science, digital photography, amazing field trips, fishing, cooking, hip-hop, computers and more.

The Safari Adventure Camps — Tsofim (campers entering fourth through sixth grades) and Rishonim (campers entering seventh through ninth grades) — travel twice a week to exciting destinations throughout South Florida. Teens may be surprised to learn that they can earn a lot of community service hours at the JCC summer camp. The Leaders in Training (entering ninth grade) work with campers three days per week, travel on field trips and develop skills in leadership and team building. Eighty community service hours are awarded for each four-week session. Counselors in Training (entering tenth grade) assist with campers and learn skills hands-on as well as through training sessions. A $100 stipend is given, and 160 community service hours are awarded for each four-week session. An interview is required for admission into the LIT and CIT programs. All campers will receive a healthy dose of Jewish heritage. And, the best part of the JCC summer camp is the abundant, quali-

fied staff including certified pre-school teachers for the younger set. Do you want to be juggling your kids this summer? Registration is now open for members and non members. For information, call the camp office at 305-271-9000, ext. 271, email <camp@alperjcc.org> or log on to <www.alperjcc.org>.

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Advice for getting through a divorce BY DEBBIE MARTINEZ

I am so frustrated being out in the dating world again, it appears that so much has changed while I’ve been married. Have you any sage advice on how to navigate this battlefield? Funny how you use the word “battlefield” to describe the dating world. If that is how you perceive it, then that is what it will be to you. No doubt, dating is a challenge due to where you are in your life at present, but choose to look upon it with excitement and find the humor in it (God knows, there is plenty of that in the dating world). My “sage” advice is quite simply to be yourself and be smart. When I’m out at happy hours, I can’t help but notice women of all ages strike up a conversation with a complete stranger and then promptly pull out a business card and hand it over. Not smart; you wouldn’t give him your home address, but it’s ok to let him know where you work? I never quite understood the logic there. Don’t make this a competition, it’s not about you versus a 20-something; it is about you being you and happy in your skin. Accepting that you are 40-something with the demands of work and children and yes, there is someone out there who will be thrilled to be part of your life, but first you have to be thrilled to be part of your life. Be true to yourself and don’t settle for someone just because he’s a warm body. Know your deal breakers and don’t compromise on them because you’re afraid this is your last chance at love. Remember, everyone has some baggage, but you don’t want to take on someone with steamer trunks and a valet to carry them. Don’t feel pressured to give more than you are ready to give; and last — but far from being least

— for God’s sake, use protection. STDs in older people are more prevalent than you think. While dating in your 40s, 50s and 60s is not the walk in the park it was in our 20s and even your 30s, it isn’t a battlefield. The only “battlefield” in dating is your own mind, so change your perspective. I find it hard to date because none of the men I have been with make me feel like my husband. He was my soul mate. Stop right there. There is a reason why you two split up. You can remember the good times, but don’t get caught up in romanticizing the relationship. Comparing men to an ex is a sure fire way of missing out on a potentially good relationship. You are holding on to your past when you compare; enough with the checklist and date with an open mind. Have fun and you will see how much easier it will be to let go of the past. Note to Self: I choose to see things in a more positive light. Debbie’s Library – Mars and Venus Starting Over by John Gray Mars and Venus on a Date by John Gray Debbie Martinez is a Certified Life Coach specializing in divorce, relationships and women’s issues. She has given workshops on various topics and has offices in South Miami. For more information, go to <www.thepowerofdivorcecoach.com> or call 305-984-5121.

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Walking 4 Friendship, giving to others CHABAD CENTER OF KENDALL / PINECREST BY RABBI YOSSI HARLIG

Director, Chabad Center of Kendall/Pinecrest This year’s Walking 4 Friendship event on Sunday, Feb. 10, was bigger and better than ever. More than 1,000 children, teens, parents, grandparents and supporters participated in the fourth annual 3k walk and gave with their hearts to benefit the Friendship Circle. This joyous event brings out the best of the human spirit. I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to those who volunteered, walked, raised money and donated to this worthy cause. You made a difference in the lives of others and the impact is far reaching. I am forever grateful to our 20 corporate

sponsors, including Perry Ellis International, Ruderman Family Foundation, Pinecrest Tribune and Fairholme Foundation. Local organizations such as UM-NSU CARD, Unique Me and Sprinkles magazines, School for Unique Learning and FDLRS also supported this year’s efforts with sponsorship tables at our event. To kick off this year’s walk, honorary volunteer Alexis Greenberg, a young adult with autism, joined Friendship Circle Director Nechama Harlig and this year’s top fundraiser Joe Roisman of Perry Ellis International to cut the ribbon. It was a moving moment and a heartwarming way to start the day. After the walk, children and their families enjoyed the carnival rides, crafts, video games, food and live entertainment on stage. The Singing Miamians of Pinecrest, Greater Miami Youth Symphony, the

Friendship Circle Guitar Group, Kia Kidz and Miami Killian Senior High’s American Sign Language Club were just a few of the groups that graced the stage and gave wonderful performances. The children with special needs and their families were overwhelmed with the outpouring of support. The smiles on their happy faces said it all. The community response validates the tireless efforts of the teens who so generously offer the gift of their time. Through their friendship, they are able to reach children with special needs in ways that most forms of therapy cannot. The generous donations from community members and people throughout the country via email campaigns and website pages will continue to fuel the many Friendship Circle programs that offer friendship and recreation to children with special needs. The money raised is crucial to continuing empowering programs such as Friends at Home, Sports Circle, Music Circle and Teen Scene. Donations can be made throughout the year by contacting the Friendship Circle.

For more information or to join the Friendship Circle, call 305-234-5654, ext. 11, or visit <www.friendshipcirclemiami.org>. (PHOTOS BY ROBBINS-UDEL IMAGES)

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Feast With the Beasts at Zoo Miami, March 1 BY CINDY CASTELBLANCO

Feast With the Beasts is the annual Zoo Miami fundraiser that combines tastes from more than 40 South Florida restaurants, open bars, wild animal encounters and live entertainment. The Zoological Society of Florida hosts the ‘Feast’ this year on March 1 to celebrate wildlife and tantalize palates with tastes of the most extraordinary dishes created by some of South Florida’s most renowned fine food establishments. Presented by Ryder, Feast With the Beasts helps support the Zoological Society’s wildlife education and conservation programs on behalf of Zoo Miami, 12400 SW 152 St. From 8 p.m. to midnight, Feast With the Beasts returns in its 20th year as one of the best events in town with tastes from 40 local restaurants and caterers, full open bars, wild animal encounters, live entertainment and complimentary valet parking. Restaurants and wineries participating include: Blue Martini, Chef Adrianne’s, China Grill, Kitchen 305, Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Schnebly’s Winery, Shake Shack, Shula’s 347 Grill and Trattoria Sole. Dessert and coffee providers include: Blue Bell Creameries, Contenti Cupcakes, Starbucks, Unique Designer’s Cake and Bassetts Ice Cream. After the wining and dining, guests are invited to burn off the calories at Ron Magill’s Spectacular Dance Party from 10 p.m. to midnight at the Main Stage with live entertainment by Jon Saxx and Endless Possibilities, and the hottest DJ in town playing the latest tunes.

“We’re so proud to have been celebrating this wonderful fundraiser now for two decades,” said Irene Korge, host committee co-chair with Ana Veiga Milton. “We are honored to chair this event again and hope to raise much needed funds for the Zoological Society of Florida.” FWTB 2013 is presented by Ryder. Harpy Eagle sponsors include Berenguer Group, FPL, GreenbergTraurig, and United Property Management. Toucan sponsors include Assurant, Carnival Foundation, Cap Trust, Goldstein Schecter Koch, HSBC Private Bank, Lydecker/Diaz Attorneys at Law, Mercantil Commercebank, Regis HR Group, Shutts & Bowen, Susan & Larry Kahn, United Way of Miami-Dade, and U.S. Trust. Anaconda sponsors include Academica, Allen, Norton & Blue, Casino Miami Jai Alai, Dadeland Animal Hospital, KabatSchertzer-De La Torre, Minnie Bandel, MGM Manny Gonzalez Foundation and Parrot Fish Studio. Media Sponsors include AroundTown Magazine, Magic 102.7 FM, Miami Herald, Miami New Times and Social Miami. Official liquor sponsor is Bacardi and the official stage and lighting sponsor is Reflections Productions. Tickets are $175 and VIP cocktail reception tickets that include admission to the main event are $225. Beastkeeper Passports are $500 and include access to the exclusive Beastkeeper lounge, The Lion’s Den. Safari chic attire is encouraged. Sponsorship packages are available. For more information, call 305-2555551 or go to <www.fwtb.org>.

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March Is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month BY SONIA MARTINEZ, RPH

Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, when considering cancers, which affect both men and women. The risk of developing colorectal cancer increases with advancing age. More than 90% of cases occur in people aged 50 or older. According to the Centers for Disease Control, if everyone aged 50 years old or older were screened regularly, as many as 60% of deaths from colorectal cancer could be avoided. Screening can detect colorectal cancer early when treatment works best, or find precancerous polyps (abnormal growths) in the colon or rectum, which can be removed before they turn into cancer. Some studies show that increased physical activity and maintaining a healthy weight may decrease the risk for colorectal cancer. Researchers are examining the role of certain supplements, such as calcium, vitamin D, and selenium, in preventing colorectal cancer.

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Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/marcocompounding This article is intended to provide information on healthrelated matters. The ideas expressed cannot be used to diagnose or treat individual health problems and should not be taken as medical advice or instruction.

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Marlins visit Pinecrest Elementary during ‘Ayudan Week’ BY LEE STEPHENS

Marlins Ayudan — Spanish for help — is the Major League baseball team’s front-office volunteer program. The purpose is to provide volunteers who will help bring about positive change in the Greater Miami community. The goal of Marlins Ayudan is to engage the team’s front office in volunteer work, act as a conduit to help employees find a cause to get involved with, and to gain recognition

in the community as a corporate leader in volunteerism. The three-tier program consists of Days of Service, team events and individual volunteer opportunities. This year, Marlins Ayudan Week ran Feb. 4-8 in preparation for the Marlin’s Winter Warm Up on Saturday, Feb. 9. The annual celebration engaged the community through outreach events and signature Marlins Foundation events, including the annual Basebowl event at Lucky Strike Lanes in

Miami Marlins players Nathan Eovaldi, Mike Dunn, Braulio Lara and mascot Billy the Marlin help students deliver morning announcements at Pinecrest Elementary School during Marlins Ayudan Week 2013. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Marlins player Braulio Lara signs autographs for Pinecrest Elementary students. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Miami Beach and Trivia Night hosted by The Clevelander Hotel at Marlins Park. In addition to the various community endeavors, Marlins players, coaches and executives made appearances throughout the week at area schools, Little League organizations and corporate partners. Marlins employees visited several schools

in Miami-Dade for check presentations, the raising of Marlins Ayudan flags and the implementation of a school plan of action to increase attendance, grades, participation and health and fitness. For more information about Marlins Ayudan and the Marlins Foundation, go to visit <www.marlinsfoundation.com>.

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Egg hunt, chocolate, food festival, jazz, Beethoven and more BY ALANA PEREZ

Director, Pinecrest Gardens It’s March Madness at the Gardens! And when we say madness, doing two full festivals in one month with performing arts and other entertainment every weekend is absolute crazy fun. If you have a membership to the Gardens, entry to all public festivals is free. So if you have not renewed this year or are contemplating becoming a member, now is the time. With the Fine Chocolate and Food Festival and Eggstravaganza, the membership would certainly be paid for. Beyond that, you have daytime entrance to the park 365 days a year. What’s up at the Gardens? Take a look! Jazz at Pinecrest Gardens presents Latin Grammy nominated saxophonist Ed Calle and his Big Band in an evening of Latin jazz and jazz standards, Saturday, March 16, at 8 p.m.; his sensual sounds have appeared on albums by Frank Sinatra, Vicky Carr, Arturo Sandoval and Jon Secada. He has recorded and performed worldwide with artists including Gloria Estefan, Julio Iglesias and Michael Bolton. Critics hail his technique and musicality as “virtually flawless.” Gate opens at 6:30 for a light supper and refreshments. Eggstravaganza, Saturday, March 23, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Calling All Kids! You’ll want to be a part of Miami’s most exciting day of mayhem and madness at Pinecrest Gardens 10th annual Eggstravaganza, the biggest and the best egg hunt in town. Over 50,000 eggs at scheduled egg hunts throughout the day, prizes, face painting, balloon art, interactive games, music, arts and crafts, petting zoo, storytelling, delicious food and even a wildlife show; it’s a virtual wonderland of activities. Join us for all the excitement. Admission is $5. Fashion in the Gardens, Friday, March 1, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; Pinecrest and the

Community Foundation invite you to an extraordinary day where all proceeds will benefit the public schools of the Village. Featured will be the latest series of painted dogs (and now cats) entitled “Teacher’s Pets”, all of which will be up for auction. You’ll enjoy a delicious luncheon complete with decadent deserts and a “Fashionista Cocktail”. There will be music, a silent auction, and a preview of spring and summer fashions courtesy of local boutiques at the Gardens Fashion Show in the Banyan Bowl. Miami Children’s Theater presents: Songs for a New World, Friday, March 1, at 7 p.m. — Jason Robert Brown describes “Songs” as a musical “about living the moment.” It’s about hitting the wall and having to make a choice, take a stand or turn around and go back. The audience is transported from the deck of a 1492 Spanish sailing ship to a ledge 57 stories above Fifth Avenue to meet a startling array of characters ranging from a young man who has determined that basketball is his ticket out of the ghetto to a woman whose dream of marrying rich nabs her the man of her dreams and a soulless marriage. Songs For A New World is a great way to bring the next generation into the theatre. Tickets are $5. Fourth annual Bike Day, Saturday, March 2, 9 a.m.-Noon — Pinecrest Community Bike Day is back and better than ever, beginning and ending in the Gardens parking lot. There are three routes, (two, three and four miles) that you can follow depending on your ability and stamina. There will be vendor booths, bike helmet giveaways, raffles, the Marlins ShowMobile and Bounce House, lots of activities for kids and food trucks. It’s good for your health, good for the planet and a good time for all! Miami Fine Chocolate & Food Show, Saturday and Sunday, March 9-10, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. — The inaugural Miami Fine Chocolate & Food Show is a unique culinary event featuring the talents of Miami’s

top chefs as well as fine chocolate from around the world. The event showcases local chefs and world class chocolatiers while presenting a selection of fine food products and beverages. The show features live cooking demonstrations, pairing seminars highlighting fine foods and chocolates alongside crafted beer, wine and spirits, live music and entertainment for the entire family at an affordable price. Free Beethoven in the Banyan Bowl, Orchestra Miami with conductor Elaine Rinaldi, Sunday, March 17 at 7 p.m.; Join us for our annual free concert. This year we’re featuring Beethoven’s iconic Symphony No. 7. Joining the orchestra will be internationally acclaimed soprano Elizabeth Caballero as soloist for Beethoven’s Ah, Perfido. Tickets are not required for this concert and it’s open seating, so come early. Gates open at 6 p.m. Gardens Gallery Presents, Taste of the Tropics; March 14-April 3; awards reception, Thursday, March 21, 6-8 p.m.; This thematic exhibition allows students to examine Miami’s nuances while viewing it like a true native as they explore it through the use of various media such as drawing, painting and printmaking. Miami’s natural waterways, mangroves, palm trees, small islands, seagulls, sultry sea breezes, Biscayne Bay lapping at the shore, flora, fauna and sunsets that paint the sky a thousand shades of tangerine and lavender are but a few of the tropical wonders interpreted at this student exhibition. Chick Flick Friday, Made of Honor, Friday, March 22 at 8 p.m.; “The romantic comedy Made of Honor adds tart satirical flavors to a cotton-candy formula without sabotaging the sugar rush.” — Stephen Holden, New York Times. Delightful romantic comedy revolves around Tom (Patrick Dempsey) and Hannah (Michelle Monaghan), who have been platonic friends for 10 years. He’s a serial dater, while she wants marriage, but hasn’t found Mr. Right. Just as Tom is starting to think that he is relationship material after all, Hannah gets engaged. When she asks Tom to be her “maid” of honor, he reluctantly agrees just so he can attempt to stop the wedding and make her his! Gates open at 6:30 p.m. for music and refreshments. Admission is $5. Family Friday at the Gardens, Feb. 22, 8 p.m. Willy Wonka and the Chocolate

Factory; “... that rare breed, an imaginative live-action kids’ film that engages and delights adults.” Sean Axmaker, MSN.com. The world is astounded when Willy Wonka (Gene Wilder), for years a recluse in his factory, announces that five lucky people will be given a tour of the factory, shown all the secrets of his amazing candy, and one will win a lifetime supply of Wonka chocolate. Nobody wants the prize more than young Charlie, but as his family is so poor that buying even one bar of chocolate is a treat, buying enough bars to find one of the five golden tickets is unlikely in the extreme. But, in movieland, magic can happen. Flashlight tours at 7 and 7:30 p.m. and we serve the best hotdogs and popcorn in town. General admission is $5 and children under two enter free. Learning Made Fun, Botanical Arts and Crafts, Legends & Stories; Join us Saturday, March 2 or March 16 from 2-3:30 p.m. for Krafts-4-Kids. This month our program is entitled Stories and Legends. The class is about the legends surrounding the Banyan and Calabash trees, where they are from, how they are revered in their native India and Mexico. There will be an informative discussion regarding the role of “decomposers”, those insects and worms that help turn plant material back into fertilizer, mulch and enriched soil. These are classes for 6-12 year old students, limited to 20 and cost $5, with all materials included. Call 305-669-6990 for advance reservations. From the Ground Up, A Garden Reimagined, Thursday, Feb. 28, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Hibiscus Room; organic gardening and pest control — Join horticulturist Craig Morell for the basics of organic gardening and the methods to control those pesky pests that want to eat your crops before you do. Learn the steps for success to creating an organic garden, take home new ideas on how to make your garden productive and renew your vow to eat healthier by growing your own produce. Class is $5. Coffee and snacks will be served. Pan American Orchid Society, presents annual Orchid Auction, Saturday, March 30, 11 a.m. — Pan American Orchid Society has selected the Gardens as its home. This wonderful society is one of the oldest in Miami. It was founded in 1954 by a group of Pan American Airways employees who wanted to share and expand their love of orchids. Group will hold regular meetings at the Gardens on the third Tuesday of the month beginning in April. Annual Orchid Auction will be a wonderful opportunity to add to your collection or begin a love affair with these magnificent blooms. For more information, call 305669-6990.

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Solutions for lower back pain BY DR. KILEY REYNOLDS

Owner, Superior Pain Solutions I have lower back pain, what can I do? Lower back pain affects millions of people each year and most suffer through it due to a lack of knowledge about treatments available. Early diagnosis and treatment can decrease pain, shorten the symptoms and decrease recurrence of this pain. Initial treatment is conservative and usually with heat, ice and antiinflammatory medication. Physical therapy can help with pain, as well as educate patients on proper body mechanics, while strengthening exercises for the lower back helps prevent future episodes of pain. Where should I go for treatment? First time back pain suffers should be seen at their primary care physician’s office, but recurrent or chronic lower back pain sufferers should seek a pain management specialist. How do I find a pain management specialist? Your primary care physician may be able to help locate one for you or an Internet search will provide this information. Make sure your pain management specialist is fellowship trained and board certified. Many physicians call themselves pain specialist, but lack proper training, knowledge and technique to be able to properly and effectively help you. An Internet search on your proposed doctor will help you determine his level of training and certifications. What is pain management? Pain management evolved as a specialized way to bridge the treatment gap between medication therapy and back surgery. Pain management uses different approaches to control pain, as pain can affect all aspects of a person’s life. Injections (i.e. epidurals, joint injections), in conjunction with medication, physical therapy, cognitive therapy, psychological support and behavior modification are utilized in an effort to identify and control pain.

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Miracle League kids play baseball at Marlins Park Miami Marlins president David Samson assists a Miracle Leaguer.

BY LISA MAYS

Our children of the Miracle League of Miami-Dade County played a game on Saturday, Feb. 9, on the field at Marlins Park. “It is very gratifying to see each child’s happiness and joy. Each volunteer makes us see that we are indeed surrounded by angels because they show a lot of love with each child. We cannot thank enough the Miami Marlins and Miracle League for this great event.” — Dany Monserrat’s Family. Miami Marlins president David Samson and former Florida Marlin Jeff Conine jointly threw out the first pitch and the game was announced by CBS4 Miami’s Jim Berry. Through the support of the Miami Marlins Foundation and the entire organization, we were able to provide a once-in-

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Spark Creativity arts & crafts shop opens in Suniland BY LEE STEPHENS

Spark Creativity — a new neighborhood shop with hard-to-find arts and crafts materials, handmade gift items and classes with nationally known instructors — is now open in the Suniland Plaza. “The Spark Creativity slogan is ‘make stuff, be happy’,” said owner Jennifer Klein. “Our goal is to offer artists and crafters an inspiring work space with access to highquality, hard to find materials at a reasonable price. We saw the need in Miami-Dade for an arts and crafts shop that supports local creativity with a community-based, local source for materials and equipment.” Miami-Dade crafters, scrappers, quilters and jewelry makers now have a local alternative to big-box craft retailers. Currently, Spark Creativity offers the largest selection of Miyuki glass beads, Ranger inks and Moda fabrics in the county. Spark Creativity offers an atelier atmosphere with an inspiring studio stocked with a variety of tools for members to use on their own schedule, including, die-cutting

equipment, jewelry kiln, embroidery and sewing machines. Studio day passes are available for $15 and monthly memberships begin at $35. Benefits of membership include discounts on materials and classes. The Studio is a wonderful location to host a girls’ night out, special crafting private party or fundraising event. Private party event projects start at just $15 per person. The Spark Creativity spring schedule offers of classes with accomplished teachers from around the United States. Classes include quilting, mixed media collage techniques, watercolor card making, bead weaving and many other creative pursuits. Students may learn more about the classes and register online at < w w w. S p a r k M y C r e a t i v i t y. c o m > . Spark Creativity is located in the Suniland Plaza at 11511 S. Dixie Hwy., in the breezeway by Starbucks, and is open Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Monday and Tuesday by appointment. For more information, call 786-227-6874 or go to <www.SparkMyCreativity.com>.

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God’s 10 rules to live by BY ED THOMPSON

President, LOGOI Ministries

s of 2010, Florida has been ranked 43rd in per-student educational funding with respect to the rest of the nation, and the state has continued to cut back on funding for educational programs. We the People is a stimulated congressional hearing competition that provides students with an opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of constitutional principles and ideas. This Program inspires active citizenship among the students, and enables them to form opinions on important present day issues. Many schools in Florida partake in this competition but only one can represent the state at the national level. On January 11th, 2013, that school was Miami Killian Senior High School. The school holds a legacy of sorts, having reached national level numerous times in the past. Killian earned its proud “A” grade this year, and the members of the We the People team certainly reflect that pride and capability. This year, the Killian We the People team faced many staggering challenges- a new teacher, for one, who had never taught the course before, and a single student mentor for all six competitive units. “Everyone doubted the capability of the team this year due to the many hindrances it faced, but I never lost hope, and the hard work paid off” says Veronica Joubert, the student mentor. The students themselves seem like almost a breathing analogy for the founding principles of our nation, being from a variety of backgrounds and creeds and never failing to come together as a team, tied together by the constitution. They juggle a challenging curriculum in addition to preparing for the competition, many of them are involved in Advanced Placement classes or holding jobs. Still, the students display their dedication by practicing after school, on holiday breaks, and on weekends. Despite all of these challenges, Killian’s team pulled through and is now qualified to move on to represent Florida on a national level. Unfortunately, the trip’s price is nothing to sneeze at- just $30,100.00, with a $6,900.00 deposit on February 15, 2013. The students are now faced with a lack of funding from both the state and the federal government. This incredible program used to receive federal funding, but is now receiving only meager educational funding. So the students are fundraising and holding events at the school, as well as looking to the community and state for donations. If you would like to donate for Miami Killian’s We the People team to represent your state at the national competition, please make all checks out to Miami Killian Senior High School , with a letter specifying that the money is going to the We The People team. If you have any questions please contact the principal of the school Mr. Ennis, at Tennis.dadeschools.net.

I remember as if it were yesterday. It was a hot summer day and as usual, I was shirtless and shoeless. My little five-year-old feet carried me into our small storage room where I was determined to find out why my Dad had warned me; “Never stick anything into a wall socket.” I had a screwdriver in my hand. Two small steps led down to the cement floor storage room where the wall socket stood, waiting, next to an old refrigerator. Light shone through the open door illuminating the 110 voltage receptacle of electrons and protons. It was calling to me. I walked over and slowly moved the long flathead toward the socket. “Yes, yes,” it whispered. A trickle of sweat ran down my face as the tip of the screwdriver entered the small hole. Nothing. “Further,” it called to me. I gripped the screwdriver tight and pushed. The next thing I knew the outlet reached out and grabbed my hand and violently squeezed so tight I thought my hand would crush. At the same instant, proton and electron minions flew out of the outlet with an evil laugh and started jabbing my arms, shoulders, and legs with millions of tiny needles. I tried to let go of the screwdriver, but the wall socket just sneered and shook me so hard my teeth rattled. I tried to scream, but the protons had zapped all the air out of my lungs. At the same time, the electrons opened a valve without my permission which allowed a rapid flow of a certain fluid to exit my body. I would later try to blame the dog for that particular mess, but my soiled pants and frizzy hair told a different story. After what seemed like several hours but in reality was only a few seconds, the evil socket simply let go and slunk back into the wall. The angry protons and electrons sat around pricking my skin for a while, but finally left

THAT’S LIFE leaving behind wobbly legs, ashen skin, and glazed eyes. When I was finally able to catch my breath, I let out a blood curdling scream that caused my Dad to leap some 10 feet into the air before running to my rescue. I don’t remember much else about that little experience, except thinking I was surely going to be in big trouble for disobeying my Dad and almost electrocuting myself. Instead of being punished, however, I remember lots of hugs and kisses that day. Even, I think, an extra scoop of ice cream. While I learned my lesson and am pleased to say I have never again stuck anything into a wall socket, I still find myself standing there “holding a screwdriver.” It’s just that today, my “wall sockets” are totally different. God provided us a list of 10 rules to live by and to paraphrase said, “Listen to me, my son. I’m telling you this because I love you and know what will happen if you disobey. Don’t have any other god but me. Don’t misuse my name or try to replace me with some worthless idol. Don’t murder or commit adultery. Don’t steal or lie or even covet what someone else has. Honor your father and mother and remember the Sabbath and keep it holy” (see Exodus 20). The notion that God’s rules cramp our lifestyle or keep us from enjoying life “smells like smoke,” as my old pastor was fond of saying. The truth is, God knows exactly what happens when we stick screwdrivers in wall sockets. He gave us His rules because He loves us, wants to protect us, and wants the very best for us. Now...if we would only just listen. Ed Thompson is President of LOGOI Ministries and a frequent contributor to this newspaper. Follow his blog at <edthompsonlive.wordpress.com>.

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Is the ‘death’ of Wynwood near? BY CARL RACHELSON

For a while now, I have been thinking that the end is near. Since there is no such profession as an actual “future of the neighborhood” fact checker, the question remains — is the end of Wynwood near? Let’s say that a little perspective is in order. First, it is entirely fair dinkum to assume that some of our reading population does not know what I’m talking about. If you have a decent relationship with your college-age children and they have tats, piercings, or an inclination to speak of craft beer, GMOs or baristas, you are aware of the district near Midtown where Art Basel spinoffs and graffiti artists began digging in about a dozen years ago, thanks to a desire, a need and a beloved pioneer named Tony Goldman. If you have never visited Wynwood, perhaps this analogy will do. Remember the time before Ocean Drive was reborn. Art Deco structures populated a mostly decrepit, neglected stretch of what would become really valuable real estate between South Fifth and 15th Streets on

South Beach. Like a phoenix, it became grand in a short time after having fallen into Scarface disrepair. On the other hand, today it is a desperate, immature, ugly 20 something visited by most of us only when our least sophisticated relatives make that once in a lifetime visit to South Florida and want to have a drink at the Clevelander. Illustration two is Lincoln Road, still pleasant though no one I know goes there very much any more because it’s too crowded (thank you Groucho Marx for the joke). With the recent opening of European mass market God H&M, the Tony Goldman ––––––––––––– transformation is virtually complete and fully corporatized. If you are a small business, I’ve got two words for you — side streets — because as former New York mayoral candidate Jimmy McMillan squealed, “The rent is too damn high.” So while I am certainly ahead of myself, simultaneously I am not. Adjacent to Wynwood, the Design District has added Louis Vuitton, Cartier, Dior and Prada. Hello Design District. Goodbye Bal Harbor

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(and its claustrophobia). Target lives alongside Loehmann’s, Supercuts, Foot Locker and Subway in Midtown Miami, also next to Wynwood, so can you hear the clock ticking yet? Hipsters, artists and franchises do not mix! I am not complaining as it is inevitable for change to occur, but the folks who were first to the dance — those with bikes and spray cans, will soon be stopped by the new bouncer they used to tag walls with. That said, Wynwood is entering its next transformation and expect the avalanche to occur much more quickly than you think. Food trucks and their generators quickly wear out their welcome when Northwest 2nd Avenue is bumper to bumper and the masses prefer tee shirts to canvases. When this occurs in the next few years, some will be disappointed; but fret not, the transformation will continue elsewhere. Until then, though, you might want to check out Model City or Little Haiti. My money is on whether anyone can spell Allapattah.

Carl Rachelson is a teacher at Palmer Trinity School and a regular contributor to the Pinecrest Tribune. He may be contacted Artists create a wall mural in Wynwood Art District dur- by addressing email to ing recent Art Basel. <crachelson@palmertrinity.org>.

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Kia Kidz and the Power of Martial Arts

BY DONNA SHELLEY

Lana Smirnova and her husband, David Miranda believe in the power of martial arts to transform the lives of individuals, most especially children and their families. Kia Kidz, their studio in Palmetto Bay, brings the art of self-understanding and motivation to all their clients and focuses on children with special needs. “Every child is an individual,” says Sensei (“teacher”) Lana. In operation since 2007, Kia Kidz concentrates on two styles of martial arts, Kempo and Jiu-jitsu. Kempo builds speed and coordination and is defined as “fist law.” Ju-jitsu, the “gentle art” was first developed in 16th century Japan by samurai as a method to defeat an armed and armored opponent by using his energy against him. There are a variety of Ju-jitsu techniques. The success of Kia Kidz comes from the combined talents and expertise of Sensei Lana and Sensei David. She is a native of Moscow, Russia and is an accountant as well as a 2nd Degree Black Belt in American Ju-jitsu. For five years, she has been working with children with special needs in Miami-Dade County. During a troubled time in her life and the life of her young son, Christian, she discovered that the practice of martial arts could heal and empower both of them. It also brought them closer together. Sensei David was born in Puerto Rico and raised in Miami. He has been involved in martial arts for 33 years and has a Black Belt in Kempo and Jiu-jitsu. In 2006, Sensei David and Sensei Lana married and

opened Kia Kidz in 2007. Their children, ranging in age from 18 to 5? years old are very involved in the studio: Julian Miranda, Christian Gutierrez, Alexis Miranda, and Timothy Smirnova-Miranda. “All children need role models and children with special needs are no different,” said Sensei Lana. At Kia Kidz children with special needs work closely with their instructors and family members to learn the techniques of martial arts. The children learn to focus and increase their coordination, strength, agility, motor skills, and self-esteem. Also known as the Martial Arts Black Lotus Academy, Kia Kidz utilizes a positivelybased training model that succeeds by learning one step at a time and slowly moving toward the desired goal. The Kia Kidz program is based in the ability of the child’s family to work together as a team. Parents are encouraged to take classes with their children. Because the number of students per group is small, children benefit from highly-individualized instruction. Participating in group sports help children learn how to work as a team, while gaining confidence in a specific skill. Remaining engaged with the community is essential for Sensei Lana and Sensei David. Once a month they hold Park Days at the Palmetto Bay Park, and they offer demonstrations and presentations at local events and in Miami-Dade County schools, both public and private. Kia Kidz is located at 14414 South Dixie Highway in Palmetto Bay. For more information call 305-794-8529 or visit them on their website at www.kiakidz.com.

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Rhinoplasty — More than a pretty nose BY DR. ANTHONY BARED

In my practice devoted to facial plastic surgery, the primary procedure I perform is rhinoplasty, or “nose job.” The goal of this surgery is pretty straight forward- to help make the nose more attractive, assuring that it “fits” with the rest of the facial features. While often performed for purely elective cosmetic purposes, occasionally there is a history of trauma where the nose may have been fractured or ‘broken’ in the past. No matter what one’s cosmetic displeasure is with the nose, the nose has a primary function—to allow the unobstructed passage of air into the lungs, and humidify and filter that air. The function of the nose must never be compromised, otherwise one will have a very unhappy patient who is unable to sleep, breathe, exercise normally, and other potential lifetime problems. Nasal blockage can lead to excessive tiredness, lack of energy, and sleeping problems. The decision to have a rhinoplasty usually follows a great deal of time and thought dedicated to undergoing the procedure. Additionally, once the decision has been undertaken to have a rhinoplasty an even more important decision awaits — selecting a surgeon. Do your homework! Rhinoplasty is more than just a pretty nose. It is a very complicated surgery where millimeters not only make the difference between a ‘good’ and ‘poor’ result but the proper techniques also insure that your breathing will not be compromised. Your surgeon should have an in-depth knowledge about not only how to change the outside cosmetic structure of the nose but also the inner nasal anatomy. Lastly, and just as important, the results of a rhinoplasty should last for a lifetime. Older rhinoplasty

MEDICINE techniques entailed, in part, the excessive removal of the bone and cartilages of the nose to give the nose its new shape — techniques which are still implemented. Although patients are often satisfied with the immediate and short-term results of their rhinoplasty, with time they become all too concerned with the lack of longevity of the results. What good is a rhinoplasty in your late teenage years or early twenties if you seek to have it revised in your thirties or forties? We have come to learn secondary to these older techniques that the nose continues to ‘heal’ throughout many years. That is, the skin overlying the cartilages of the nose continues to contract, applying forces onto the cartilages. If your nose does not have a strong foundation of support, unwanted changes will result. These changes may not only compromise your cosmetic results but may affect your breathing as well years later. As an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon, I have seen firsthand all the things that can go wrong with this challenging surgery. More importantly- much more, in fact- I have developed techniques that can assure both a short term and long run aesthetic result- a nose that not only looks good, but also “works” good. Dr. Anthony Bared is a board certified otolaryngologist, fellowship trained in facial plastic surgery. He is in private practice, together with Dr. Jeffrey Epstein, with offices in South Miami and Aventura, and a consultation office in Tampa. He devotes his practice to the management of all problems with the nose- breathing, aesthetics, and reparative procedures.

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NEW DANCE STUDIO OPENS IN PINECREST Maria Verdeja School of the Arts After 25 years of teaching dance in Miami, Maria Verdeja School of the Arts has opened a brand new studio in Pinecrest on January 18. This facility is the fourth location for the school, joining studios in Coral Gables, Kendall and Key Biscayne. In addition, MVSA teaches afterschool dance in seven local elementary schools, bringing the school’s total number of students to over 700. Owner Maria Verdeja has become a local institution in the dance world, having now taught three generations of dancers who have performed at the annual Coral Gables Tree Lighting event, Key Biscayne Winterfest, the Three Kings parade, numerous charity events throughout the year, and the school’s centerpiece End of Year Show held at the Gusman Theater every Spring. The Pinecrest studio is a completely new 3100 sq. ft. facility, located at 8181 S.W. 117 St, at the site of the old Mercantile bank. If all goes according to plan, the school will expand next year to include another 1500 sq. ft. once the property next door becomes available, making space available for up to 350 students. A classically trained ballerina, Verdeja was born and raised in Coral Gables and is a first generation Cuban American,. She started dancing ballet at the age of 5 and rapidly progressed in skill and technique, training with the late Martha Mahr, and eventually finishing as the top American dancer in the Prix de Lausanne competition in 1983. After graduating from the University of Miami with a degree in Education, she joined the Miami City Ballet in its inaugural year, and then two years later left to open her own dance school in 1987. In addition to classical ballet, the school teaches other dance forms such as Lyrical, Jazz, Tap, Flamenco and Hip-hop, and also offers music lessons on a private basis. While concentrating in children’s dance education, adult classes in dance, fitness and Zumba are also held during the day “My goal”, says Verdeja, “is to reach as many children as I can and introduce them to the beauty of dance. Our philosophy is to make dance a fun, fulfilling and healthy activity for kids which will become something that they will carry forward into their adulthood. Not every child will become a professional dancer, but we have specialized classes and advanced programs designed for those young dancers who have the talent and dedication to pursue that goal, and over the years, several of our dancers have made it into professional companies” Recently, dancers from MVSA have won first prize for Jazz at National Competitions in Las Vegas and the Gold Medal for Classical Ballet at the American Dance Competition in Daytona Beach, and have been accepted to prestigious summer dance programs for aspiring young professional dancers. “May we all dance through life” is Verdeja’s motto, and she tries to live up to it every day. “I am so grateful to our wonderful staff of professional teachers, some of whom were among my original students at the beginning. Every day walking along the street I see current students, former students who are now parents of students and even grandparents, who remind me what a positive impact dance has had in their lives. Nothing makes me happier in my own life than to know that I have been able to give them something so beautiful and lasting, and I hope to continue on for many years to come.”

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