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‘Fit Kids Day’ returns to Village, May 19 BY ALICIA VARGAS
ue to the overwhelming response from the community, Fit Kids Day will return to Evelyn Greer Park on May 19 for what promises to be a fun and exciting event. Fit Kids Day is an initiative that began when then Carrollton School sixth grader Sofia Victoria de la Peña envisioned a day full of outdoor activities that kids could participate in. With the enthusiasm of the Pinecrest event, the initiative took off and has grown statewide, with cities such as Jacksonville and Tampa pledging to create their own Fit Kids Day within their communities. “My goal was to get my friends to go outdoors and play, get people moving and informed about healthy eating habits,” said de la Pena, ambassador chair for the Fit Kids Day initiative. “I wanted to contribute to the effort to reduce childhood obesity. I never imagined a conversation with my friends during lunch time would turn into this, but I am happy that we have reached so many kids around the community.” The first annual Fit Kids Day on May 5, 2012, turned out more than 500 kids geared up to experience a day full of out-
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Rodrigo scores big in college lacrosse Columbus High School graduate Nicky Rodrigo is making a name for himself on the lacrosse field at Regis College in Massachusetts. He was recently named to the first team All Conference of the New England Collegiate Conference after scoring 49 points in his freshman year. He was also named Male Freshman of the Year. The Regis lacrosse team is coached by former Palmer Trinity School head coach and Pinecrest Tribune Miami-Dade Coach of the Year Josh Blumenthal.
Talks underway for Gardens’ restaurant BY JIM MCDONALD Councilmember, Village of Pinecrest
Since this is my first column as a Pinecrest council member, I want to say thank you to all who voted for me last November. And to those who voted for my most able opponent, I want to earn your confidence during the next three-and-a-half years. It is a great honor to have the opportunity to serve the people of Pinecrest. We live in a great town and are fortunate to have a very talented and capable professional staff running the Village on a day-to-day basis, from the manager, the clerk, the chief of police, to all who work for the Village; Pinecrest is well served. In March, I attended a National League or Cities conference in Washington, D.C. with Mayor Lerner. It was an interesting experience to meet and get to know other
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door activities, which included tennis, drills by the Coral Oaks Tennis Club, soccer training led by Pinecrest Premier Soccer Club and the University of Florida Men’s Soccer Team, Martial Arts demonstrations by White Tiger and Dragon, relaxation techniques by Zen Village, baseball games sponsored by Gulliver Schools, Lacrosse by Ransom Everglades Schools and a performance by the Hip Hop Kids dancers. The event also offered healthy food choices for participants, which included tastings from Power Pizza, Energy Kitchen and Evos, as well as drinks provided by Activate Water. The best part of Fit Kids Day is fact that the entire event, from the list of desired activities to the logo, was created by school age-children from around Miami-Dade County acting as Ambassadors for the initiative.
The Ambassadors of Fit Kids Day were honored during the 2012 event by both Mayor Cindy Lerner and Miami-Dade Mayor Carlos Gimenez for their hard work and dedication to making the community a healthier place. May 5, 2012, was also officially proclaimed “Fit Kids Day” by Mayor Gimenez. Fit Kids Day 2013 is already underway, as professional athletes and actors from various sports teams and televisions networks have vowed support and are scheduled to participate in this year’s event. “We hope to double or triple the number of kids that come out to Evelyn Greer Park for Fit Kids Day,” said de la Pena. “We know this won’t be an easy task, but we are ready to tackle it.” For more information or to get involved, call 305-989-7822 or email <avargas@lmcglc.com>.
GARDEN, from page 1 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– municipal officials from around the country. The meeting was remarkable in the sense that, for the most part, partisan politics played no role at all. Those in attendance, no matter what their political affiliation, were focused on how to get the job done serving the needs of the local communities they represent. It was in stark contrast to the discourse on Capitol Hill, just a few miles away. It was as if our elected representatives in Congress were on another planet, as contrasted with the issues being discussed by the municipal officials. Back home in Pinecrest, the Village is
engaged in discussions with the individual responding to the request for proposal for a restaurant in Pinecrest Gardens to determine whether the project is viable and that it is compatible with the wishes of our residents. Trying to balance the needs of the entire Village with the concerns of those living in the immediate area is an ongoing process that I hope will lead to a positive result for all. I welcome your comments and suggestions on this issue and on any other concerns you may have. My email address is <jmcdonald@pinecrest-vil.gov>.
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HUNTER NASH Palmetto High School junior Hunter Nash is a musician. He started playing guitar at age five, switched to cello in elementary school, then switched back to guitar
when he joined his first jazz band in middle school. Now he is in the Palmetto jazz band and plays guitar for the Community Arts Program’s All Star Jazz Band sponsored by the Coral Gables Congregational Church. “I’ve only been it during the past year,” he says. Nash is the All Star Jazz Band’s sole guitar player and to join the band he had to audition and will have to audition again next year. The All Star Jazz Band is going to be in the Essentially Ellington national competition at the Lincoln Center in New York. “Jazz at Lincoln Center hosts it,” he says. “Our band is one of 15.” The competition is in early May. “We are considered a dance band, so we play the old fashioned swing tunes. As the Ellington competition comes and goes, we’ll play more modern compositions. We’ve been focusing more on the Ellington style.” Nash plays more than jazz. He is a member of Temple Beth Am’s High Holy Days band and the Friday Shabbat band. “I was a founding member,” he says.
“Have been through all of high school.” The Shabbat band plays in the background to help facilitate the services and make it more entertaining for those attending. “I’ve been going there as a member since I was born,” Nash says. “My grandparents are founding members. When (cantor) Rachelle Nelson came to me with the opportunity to play in the group, I took it. I’ve become friendly with adults who call me up and tell me to come over and jam. It’s cool.” Also cool is the fact that the Palmetto jazz band went to the Florida Bandmasters Association state evaluations for the first time in six years. The band took all superiors at the district evaluations which qualified them for the state competition. At states, they had an overall score of excellent. Outside of music, Nash is a member of all the school honor societies and recently was inducted into the National Honor Society. He has also been elected as vice president of the student council for next year; this year he is the secretary of student involvement. “I’ll be presiding over the Inter club
council and overseeing the club activities,” he says. “In addition to continuing to help the student council host school events.” This year Nash is the assistant secretary and manager of public relations for Key Club. Next year he will be parliamentarian. Next year Nash also will begin applying to colleges. His number one priority is to attend a school with a good music program or to go to a school located in a city that has a great music scene. His top choice is Vanderbilt. “Although music plays an integral part of my life, I don’t see it as a career,” he says. “I want to go into medicine. I would consider a music minor with pre-med track as a major.” Nash’s grandfather, Norman Nash, was a pediatrician who practiced for more than 50 years. He has been a major influence on Nash’s decision to go into medicine, as was his uncle’s traumatic brain injury in a car crash. Going to the hospital each day helped Nash realize he wanted to study medicine. By Linda Rodriguez Bernfeld
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KATHERINE HELDT Every Sunday, Palmetto Senior High School junior Katherine Heldt joins with other members of her church to feed the homeless. “I go to Old Cutler Presbyterian,” Heldt says. “We make bags with meals in them, and then we take a bus or van to downtown Miami and pass them out.” The church group sets up their food giveaway under a downtown overpass. When the homeless arrive, they are treated to a short sermon and then the volunteers hand out the food and drinks. “We talk to them for a while about their week,” Heldt says. “I know most of their names. They are friendly. There are new people now and then. And we’ve seen people get apartments and jobs.” Heldt has been going with the group to feed the homeless since the summer before she started the eighth grade, so she has had a lot of time to get to know everyone. And when one of the regulars breaks the cycle of homeless, she says she is happy. Working with the group has also helped her appreciate her own life. “I’m more grateful for what I have,” she says. “It’s so satisfying to see them smiling and talking. I think people have a negative point of view about the homeless. Some peo-
ple aren’t able to get jobs, some have disabilities and many of them just go from place to place. There are only so many beds.” Heldt says she heard about helping the homeless from others at her church and, since she has always had a passion for helping others, she decided to do it at least once. “I immediately knew that I would be back,” Heldt says. Heldt volunteers with her church to feed the homeless on Sundays, and then on Wednesday evenings she goes back to the church to work with the middle school youth group. “We talk to them to see how they are doing, to see how their week has been,” she says. “They’ll talk to us about their struggles. It’s easier for them to talk to high school volunteers, we’re more relatable. We’ve been through it more recently.” Heldt says working with the pre-teens has taught her patience and she has learned a valuable lesson about how to give the right advice to others. Her involvement at church is matched by her involvement at Palmetto High School. She is treasurer of Interact and is handling the money that will be donated to help build a water purification plant in India. Heldt is also a member of the National Honor Society, the Science Honor Society, the English Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, the Pink Ribbon Club and Eight Habits of the Heart. “We talk about morals and values of the school,” she says. “On every early release day we go into the freshman classes and talk about the values of our school. There is a book that we read from.” She is in the club because learning about the Eight Habits of the Heart had a big impact on her freshman year. “It is something most other schools don’t have,” Heldt says. “I want to share my experiences with freshmen so maybe they can relate.” Heldt is also an athlete. She runs cross country and participates on the track-andfield team. “I run the mile and I usually do the halfmile relay, the 800 relay,” she says. “I’m better in cross country; I really like running.” ByLinda Rodriguez Bernfeld
NIKITA KULKARNI Nikita Kulkarni is the Gulliver Prep Silver Knight nominee in the general scholarship category. Kulkarni is not only strong academically, she is also very involved in extracurricular activities at Gulliver. “I’m part of a major club, Interact,” she says. “We volunteer at an Alzheimer’s home sponsored by Easter Seals. We visit once a month and talk to them, play bingo and other games, and we sing songs.” Kulkarni also goes with Interact members to the homeless shelter in downtown Miami sponsored by the Chapman Partnership for the homeless. “We have a soup kitchen and we cook and serve dinner,” she says. “Some of the members come and play with the kids. I’ve done that, too.” Interact sponsors a fashion show at school to raise money for charitable projects. “Last year I was the fashion show director,” Kulkarni says. “Basically you have to go to different stores and ask them to donate clothes. I was managing the entire backstage. We made over $7,000.” Her part in this year’s show is much smaller, with more background work than her usual leadership role. She also plays a big role as president of G-Paws, a club dedicated to promoting animal welfare. “We have events,” she says. “We host the
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Purina animal walk and we participate in the Fairchild Gardens Howl-O-Ween. We have a booth for face painting and we donate all the money to the Humane Society.” At school, the club has bakes sales to raise money to help save animals. “I love animals in general,” Kulkarni says. “I kept reading about all these animals being released in the Everglades, which is why I joined G-Paws and the Environmental Club.” As a member of the Environmental Club, she participates in coastal clean-ups, including the annual event at Matheson Hammock. “We just generally promote green living and eco friendliness,” she says. “We gave small boxes to all the classrooms so they could put their papers scraps in there. Later, we collect them and put them into larger bins for recycling.” Another organization Kulkarni is active in is Uniteen, a club that raises money to donate to a charity. This year the club will help a school in Peru. The club organizes a talent show and collects school supplies that will also go to the same school. Kulkarni is one of the first members of Link-To, a new club that links juniors and seniors to incoming freshmen and other new students. They give the new students tours and answer questions. “When I was a freshman, I was dead lost. I came from the academy, I knew a lot of people but it was a new campus and new people,” she says. “It took a while to adjust to the way things work here.” Even with her involvement in all the other clubs, Kulkarni still finds time for the Art Honor Society. She is vice president of the club, which conducts sketchbook workshops for younger students. “We’re going to be able to paint a mural on campus,” she says. Kulkarni likes to paint and draw, and she is especially fond of creating collages. “Collage is my favorite,” she says. “I’ve liked art for just about my entire life. I’m not planning on going to art school but I’d like to take art classes or art history classes at whatever college I decide to attend.” Kulkarni says she wants to study communications and is would like to find a bigger school in the east with a good communications program. She has also applied for admission to the University of Miami and the University of Florida. ByLinda Rodriguez Bernfeld
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Baseball buddies make a difference
“Being able to play baseball has truly enriched Juan’s life and it is clear that it has enriched the lives of the boys and girls who have been Baseball Buddies to the players,” said Alex Sanchez, the father of a nine-year-old Miracle League player. “The games have really displayed our community at its very best. I am grateful everyday for the friendship that Juan’s buddies have given him and their help in making baseball possible for him.” One of the most important elements of the Miracle League is our unique Baseball Buddy program. Every Miracle League player is partnered with a buddy for each game to protect the player from balls, assist the player in batting and running the bases, and to be a friend both on and off the field. Baseball Buddies are members of our community, age 1221, who volunteer their time and love to help our special needs children and their families. Buddies come to the Miracle League from local baseball and softball leagues, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, area schools and community youth groups. All Miracle League Baseball Buddies attend our buddy basic skills training provided by our director of Baseball Buddies, a licensed Miami Dade school counselor with expertise in special needs children. This training pro-
MIRACLE LEAGUE vides guidelines and direction on how to have fun and make the experience safe and enjoyable for our Miracle children. “I am inspired to be the best I can be by the kids I have met,” said Palmetto Middle School student Taylor Burroughs, one of the Miracle League’s first Baseball Buddies. “I enjoy helping out on Saturdays. Being a buddy has been a very special experience for me.” With the support of our many volunteers and buddies, the Miracle League has been able to hold six games at local parks as we raise awareness and funds to build our own Miracle League Park. I invite you to become a part of this project and see the joy you can help give these children. Watch for dates for our next Baseball Buddy training session at <www.facebook.com/miracleleagueofmiamidade.com> and go to <www.miracleleagueofmiamidade.org> to learn more and make a contribution. Contact me at 786-224-4800 or <lmays@miracleleagueofmiamidade.org> ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Pictured is Miracle League player Alejandro Argote with buddy Taylor Burroughs.
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Jane Forman inducted into Rhode Island Hall of Fame
BY LEE STEPHENS
Popular Miami tennis pro Jane Forman is set to be inducted into the Rhode Island Interscholastic League Hall of Fame. The induction banquet will be held Wednesday, May 8. A former top-50, world tennis professional and Clemson University Hall of Fame athlete, Forman founded the Jane Forman Tennis Academy in Miami in 1990. Born and raised in Providence, she climbed the ladder as a national junior player before attending Clemson on a tennis scholarship. She has devoted the last 20 years to developing community tennis and sports programs for children and adults in Miami-Dade County. Forman began her career as a junior player in Providence and started playing competitively at age 10. She won the Rhode Island state championships every year that she lived in the state. From age 10-18, she competed in United States Tennis Association (USTA) junior tournaments throughout New England and was never ranked below number three during her junior career. At 18 years old, she won the women’s New England championships and was ranked as the number one women’s tennis player there. During four years of high school tennis, she never lost a match. Forman attended Clemson University in 1980 on a full athletic scholarship and was named to the NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) All American team for four consecutive years. She still holds the record for the most wins in Clemson University history. In 1984, she turned professional and competed for 10 years, reaching top 50 player status in the world on the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA).
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Forman retired from competitive play in 1989 and turned to teaching tennis and sports management. The Jane Forman Tennis Academy (JFTA) was founded in 1990 to bring tennis to non-club amateurs, both children and adults. The Academy provides classes, instruction, after-school programs, leagues and tournaments. In 2002, Forman created the sports management group Jane Forman Sports that included the Jane Forman Tennis Academy, Jane Forman Golf School and the Dade County Sports. She also established the Dade County Sports Foundation, a not-for-profit enterprise that provides sports scholarships to any of the sports programs managed by Jane Forman Sports. For more information, call 305-2359200 or send email to <jane@janeformantennis.com>.
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The Palmer Trinity School varsity baseball team beat Marathon High School to win the South Florida Baseball Conference Championship for the first time in school history. Several Falcons were selected to the all-Conference Team, Blake Miller, Gio Soto and Justin Ziegelasch were named first team. Nick Font and Ben Roberts were second team, and Dustin Phillip and Julian Stark were chosen third team. The champs are Julian AdrienStark, Ted Fernandez, Nicholas Font, James Jones, Keith Macaulay, Blake Miller, Dustin Philipp, Jarrett Pico, Ignacio Pigna, Benjamin Roberts, Matthew Roberts, Giovon Soto, Evan Steinman and Justin Ziegelasch Gandia.
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Sixth annual ‘Miracle’ basketball games held at Suniland Park BY LEE STEPHENS
dents at George Washington Carver Middle School. Second-place winners were Six years ago, Palmetto High School stu- Christopher Verdecia, Gabriel Martinez and dents began one of the only annual local Jacob Faller. charity events run by teens, and made it a Several parents and kids also were winPinecrest tradition. ners in a raffle for coveted The Miracle Games, a prizes. Two autographed basthree-on-three basketball ketballs and two autographed tournament, raised thousands sneakers were donated by NBA of dollars to benefit the great Anfernee “Penny” Transplant Foundation, affilHardaway, a former player for iated with the University of the Orlando Magic and New Miami’s Miller School of York Knicks, and Jayden’s Medicine, and attracted midfather. Chicago Bulls point dle and high school players guard Carlos Boozer also from across South Dade. donated two autographed basLast year when three of those ketballs. Former Miami Heat students left for college, the star Tim Hardaway was on hand event was destined to end. to lend support and encourageJonathan Roth, an eighth ment to the players. Connor grader at Palmetto Middle Local sponsors including A –––––––––––––––––– School and a member of the Nose for Clothes, Tutti Frutti, school’s basketball team, wanted to save it. Sir Pizza, The Cheese Course, Nothing “It was relevant in my life,” he said, not- Bundt Cakes, Roaster N Toasters, Chill N ing that a family member has liver disease and Sub Shack donated prizes. Sponsors and may one day need a transplant. He asked Smoothee King and Pinecrest Health & his friends and teammates, Matthew Fitness provided smoothie samples and botHellinger and Jayden Hardaway, to help, tles of water to the crowd. Players and stualong with their parents and friends. dent volunteers received community service On Saturday in late April, the event began hours for participation. a new chapter. The sixth annual Miracle The Miracle Games were founded by forGames were held in Suniland Park and mer Palmetto High student Jordan Rosen, raised more than $2,000 for the foundation. now a student at Emory. He later was joined About 150 people attended the games, by Andrew Salazar, now a student at the including 16 teams. University of Pennsylvania; Lee Seifer, a According to the Transplant Foundation, student at the University of Florida; and today more than 100,000 people are await- Tyler Heckaman, who attends Florida State. ing transplants. An average of 18 people dies Roth, Hellinger and Hardaway are looking every day because organs are not available forward to next year’s Games. for transplant. Another name is added to the “It was fun,” said Hellinger. “I loved seenational waiting list every 12 minutes. ing people all come out for the same reason Money raised supports funding, research – to help people in need.” and services for transplant patients and their “We want to thank our parents for helping families. make this event a success,” Jayden Members of the winning team were Ari Hardaway said. “We couldn’t have done it Alcalay, William Blet and Rey Prieto, stu- without them.”
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Second annual Swim for Jenny gala stresses continued need for support BY JESSE SCHECKNER On a clear and cool April 11th evening, the second annual Swim for Jenny Memorial Fund gala was held at the historical Deering Estate. The tributary affair honored donors and supporters of the water safety, drowning prevention and swimming education cause which, to date, has raised over $100,000 for the community. Honorees included NFL Hall of Famer Larry Little, Assurant Inc., AvMed Health Plans, the Nguyen family, Miami-Dade County Commissioner Barbara Jordan, County Chairwoman Rebeca Sosa, Community Bank, the BOMA Golf and Spa Committee, the Keys Gate Charter School, DFYIT Club, iSwim winner RJ McLaughlin, and community members Danielle Dulevich and Demi Dominguez. More than 200 people in attendance enjoyed complimentary cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, burgers, desserts and espresso before the evening’s official proceedings began. A silent charity auction was held inside, the items of which were all provided generously by donors. Swim for Jenny is named for Jenny Hong Nguyen, a 12 year old South Florida girl who suffered a drowning accident at a birthday party on April 16, 2011. Her death inspired her best friend’s mother, Susie Vega, to found the fund which awards swimming scholarships – costing roughly $30 for a two week course taught under Red Cross guidelines – to children who cannot afford it. She currently serves as the Chairperson of the Executive Committee. “Where years ago they would provide classes to the underserved children of MiamiDade at no charge, due to budget cuts over the years that’s just not an offering anymore, and that’s where the Swim for Jenny Memorial Fund comes into play,” she said. “We were able to give 500 scholarships away last year, so that’s 500 people that I’d say we’ve saved who wouldn’t have been able to afford swimming lessons otherwise.” AvMed representatives attended the event and spoke eagerly of their support of the cause, to which their company donated $10,000. The official administrator for the
Pictured (l-r) 72’ Dolphin, College Football Hall of Famer and Parks Foundation President Dick Anderson, MiamiDade County Commissioner Barbara Jordan, 72’ Dolphin, NFL Hall of Famer and charity golf tournament host Larry Little, Tim Hardaway Foundation Executive Director Paul Laroche and Miami-Dade Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Director Jack Kardys are all active supporters of Swim for Jenny ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
health plans of all Miami-Dade County employees, they also support a wide range of wellness-related community initiatives. “Our ongoing mission and vision is to improve the health of community residents and this is a good opportunity to help a great cause,” said Patricia Nelson, Regional Head of Strategic Accounts. “Nobody in Miami is very far from water, so while it makes for a beautiful place to live, if you don’t know how to swim it can be quite threatening.” Local specialty risk management company, Assurant Solutions, contributed $10,000 as well. “Having been a part of this community since 1948, we take our role very seriously in how we support our neighbors,” said Senior VP of Integrated Marketing Communications Ana Rojas-Filliben. “Assurant is pleased to support the Swim for Jenny Memorial Fund
and share in their mission to provide swimming scholarships to children across MiamiDade County.” As night fell, Zoo Miami’s Ron Magill took to the stage to introduce presenters and honorees. A special award was presented to former Miami Dolphin Larry Little, who raised $15,000 for the fund through his annual charity golf tournament held at Crandon Park. He has been a steadfast supporter of the foundation since its inception. “Last year I was approached about using my golf tournament to help Swim for Jenny, and her story really touched my heart because I know how significant it is for young kids to learn how to swim,” he said. “What I’d like to see is enough funds raised so that every park and public pool in Miami-Dade County can provide swimming lessons.” Nationally, drowning is the leading cause of death of children ages one to four, and the second up to 19 years old. Miami-Dade County leads the state in drowning deaths. “It’s really sad when you have to confine your life based on your inability to swim,” said County Commissioner Jordan. “When I think about the geographic area of Miami-Dade County, we’re just surrounded by water and swimming should be a natural thing.” For more information, visit online at <www.swimforjenny.org>.
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Everyone likes to share special moments with friends and family and everyone loves a great party, but did you know that Moses also told us it was a good thing to do? He reminded the people who were just about to enter the Promised Land that it was imperative to take time to celebrate and rejoice over their good fortune Although we really don’t need permission from a Biblical leader to have a party, it’s good to know that we’re following God’s word when we do! Temple Beth Am is hosting a Party and Bridal Expo and we are ready to help you get started planning, whether it’s a Bris, Bar or Bat Mitzvah, christening, quince or wedding. The Expo is free and open to everyone on Sunday, May 19, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at Temple Beth Am, 5950 N. Kendall Dr. Invite your friends, family, neighbors and co workers. There will be tons of food sampling, specialty drinks and lots of great giveaways. Life cycle events are cause for celebration. In Judaism, when a baby boy is born, we plan a bris on the eighth day of his life. This event includes a ritual circumcision which connects the child to his Jewish heritage dating back to Abraham’s covenant with God. Boys receive a Hebrew name at their Bris, while baby girls are given a Hebrew name during a ceremony held during worship services. At the age of 13, Jewish boys and girls may become a Bar or Bat Mitzvah, which literally means son (Bar) or daughter (Bat) of the Commandments. This rite of passage defines our youth as adults in the community, responsible for carrying out full moral and religious duties. The next life-cycle event is the wedding and we hope to host many of them in our beautiful sanctuary (complete with bride’s room), chapel and exquisite ball-
room. Call me for a tour! And, then there are birthdays, anniversaries, graduations and so many other accomplishments and blessings that are worth commemorating with a special celebration. At the Party and Bridal Expo, you will find party-related vendors that can address all of your needs and answer all of your questions. Take advantage of this opportunity to meet and interview these different vendors in one place. So, who can you meet and talk to at the Party and Bridal Expo? Who will give you ideas and suggestions? There will be photographers, videographers, bands and DJs. The florists can design a whole room or create an intimate centerpiece for a dinner party. Looking for party favors? There will be several options. Stationery and invitation needs will be met as well. If you are looking for entertainment or set designers, they will be there too. Party planners will be able to point you in the right direction and take direction! Caterers and venue representatives will be able to help with menu ideas and location details and area hotels can provide accommodations for your guests. In addition to meeting the Party and Bridal Expo vendors, you will be given a free booklet to take home and use as a reference guide. This resource will supply additional names and contact numbers of vendors that can help provide party-related services. So, come join the fun, whether you’re planning something for next week, next month or next year. And let’s remember Moses’ words to the people, that not only must you take time to celebrate and rejoice, but it’s in those moments that we can fully appreciate all the blessings given to us by God. For more information on the Party and Bridal Expo or for details about our membership incentives, call me at 305-667-6667, ext. 107 or email me at <rdiaz@tbam.org>.
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10740 SW 121 St Lovely 3 bdrm/ 2 bath family home in the Pine Shores community. Bright and spacious kitchen with lots of storage and room for a large eat-in area or den. Formal living & dining rooms. Private fenced backyard with covered patio and pool. 2 car garage. $385,000
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Bet Shira Congregation selects new rabbi HAL FELDMAN On Feb. 28, Pinecrest’s Bet Shira Congregation overwhelmingly elected Cantor Mark Kula as the new rabbi. During the evening Kula said, “It is estimated that 20 percent of all religious institutions in the USA will either merge or disappear in the next 10 years; Bet Shira will not be one of them.” As cantor for almost 25 years, Kula was admittedly nervous about the vote. “About five years ago, I decided I wanted to become a rabbi, but knew I had to increase my Judaic knowledge and study to play a bigger role in the Jewish community,” he said. Clearly, the congregants felt it was his time. At a board meeting in late April, his appointment was made official. In the coming days, Cantor Kula will officially become Rabbi Kula. Inarguably modern, he is noodling what people should call him, as he will initially continue to serve as Cantor as well. RC Kula seems to stick so far; the R is for rabbi, the C for cantor. Whatever
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people call him, Kula recognizes relationships are the core of his success in the community. “I have always fostered and cultivated them and know honest relationships are imperative to being a good Jewish person,” he said. One of Kula’s goals is to enrich and grow Bet Shira. “I want excitement and positive energy,” he said. “I have a vision as to what our community can be and it includes our role in the Pinecrest community as well. As rabbi, I feel I’ll be able to move us in a dynamic direction, help us outreach and integrate with the community at large.” The new rabbi’s day is filled with favorite moments, but if pressed Kula will tell you his time with the children is special. “As rabbi, I don’t see a lot of change, but I know I’ll be able to interact with people even more in this sacred space. That excites me.” Kula looks forward to more dedicated time to study Jewish knowledge and wisdom, and act as an even stronger voice in his community. “We have the strength to endure, the integrity to flourish and the principled ideology to improve the world.” SHAPE UP FOR POOL SEASON South Florida’s pool season begins in April. That’s when Palmetto Bay’s PinchA-Penny store revs up to make sure their 3000-plus repeat customers have crystal clear water and expert advice all season long. Located in the Kings Bay Shopping Center, this franchise Pinch-A-Penny is anything but ordinary. Even before you walk in, you can feel the extraordinary personal service and attention to detail. The family-owned store is run by the Kavanaugh family. Father Larry encouraged his two sons, Chris and Kevin, to acquire the store in 1994 because he felt his sons could really thrive with the business. He was right. Within two years, store sales doubled. The reason is simple: Customer service. After many years in the supermarket business, Larry knows how to treat customers. Chris and Kevin do as well. And, they impart that stellar knowledge onto their employees. “We never sell customers things they don’t need and we make sure we greet them first, sometimes even before they walk in the door,” says Larry. “We take the service outside the store,” Kevin adds. “If we have a body available, we meet the customer at the car.”
Kevin Kavanaugh does most of the hiring and training. “We hire from the neighborhood; we take our customers’ kids and recruit from the various sports teams in the area,” he says. “We believe in the community and I think the community believes in us.” “Each employee gets two weeks of training and they learn about everything. We don’t want our customers knowing more than our staff,” adds Larry. “This way our customers get superior service every time.” The business is a family affair. Mother Debbie is involved, too. This year, her outdoor furniture store, Backyard Designs, was combined into the pool-store space. “Now our customers have one-stop shopping for all their backyard needs,” says Larry. “At this store, everyone gets treated fairly and we don’t judge anyone,” adds Kerry. “Of the 200plus Pinch-A-Penny franchises in Florida, Georgia and Alabama, we feel we are one of the best and try to excel every day to win our customers’ respect and business.”
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you on the latest market trends. HAL’S HOMEOWNER HELP The first quarter of 2013 was the speeddating version of real estate. If you are buying or selling, don’t blink. Properties are once again getting offers on their first day and prices are rising. It would be my pleasure to list your home for you and educate
Hal Feldman (MiamiHal) is a Realtor with RE/MAX Advance Realty. You can contact him with your story ideas or real estate questions at <www.MiamiHal.com>, <Hal@MiamiHal.com> or <www.facebook.com/MiamiHal>.
Larry Kavanaugh mans the floor of his Pinch A Penny. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
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Riviera Prep students donate art for benefit auction
Pictured are the Riviera Prep students who donated their artwork to a silent auction benefitting research to combat Huntington’s Disease. They are Maya Masucci, Kelly Roberts, Gabriela Cedeira, Alexis Diaz, Bruna Giampetro, Ann Gottenger, Shelby Onabowale, Nicole Otero-Gomez and art teacher Janis Klein-Young. The auction took place at a gala on May 4 at the Palmetto Bay Center. The students were recognized for their contribution by Sen. Dwight Bullard at a press conference in Tallahassee on the Senate floor.
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10 years and still going strong! BY ALANA PEREZ
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Director, Pinecrest Gardens On March 8, 2003, the Pinecrest Village Council dedicated Pinecrest Gardens and officially opened it to the public as the Village’s newest municipal park. Ten years later, we’ve come a long way, and yes, we have found our way home. With roots deeply embedded in family entertainment (recalling the days of historic Parrot Jungle) we have managed to forge a path, once again, to becoming one of South Florida’s most family-friendly, activityfilled venues with a mission statement that encompasses recreation, education, conservation, botanical beauty and entertainment. As we celebrate our 10th year, we feel grateful for the opportunity to reflect on our recent accomplishments. We are grateful to all of our partners, donors, volunteers and members who have been so generous. We are honored to serve our visitors who walk our magnificent paths, the families who celebrate birthdays, weddings and other joyous occasions, our patrons who have applauded our Arts in the Gardens festival that for three years running has brought audiences to their feet cheering local, national and international jazz artists, Grammy Award winning musicians, orchestras, concert bands, international and local dance troops, and theater companies performing everything from Shakespeare to Broadway Musicals. We are proud of our art gallery that twice a year has recognized the best of the best of Miami-Dade Public School students and hosts an array of world-class artists from across the globe in monthly art exhibits. Our Botanical Prowess boasts more than 1,000 species of Florida native and exotic plants. Pinecrest Gardens is a place of beauty, wonder and history that inspires us to connect to flora and fauna, to each other and to the land around us. It opens our eyes and hearts to the possibilities of each new season. We are about community, welcoming thousands of visitors every Sunday to a Farmers’ Market unsurpassed by any other market of this type in the region. We are all about our trails, and natural landscape, our classes and lectures, and our Family Fridays or Chick Flick nights where people come to relax, enjoy and escape with family, friends and loved ones to a sanctuary that is safe, clean and pristine. It is only through “community” that Pinecrest Gardens has and will continue to grow and flourish. It is through your generosity of time and patronage that has helped to provide this oasis of comfort, inspiration, joy, healing and knowledge to
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all who visit and to future generations to come. Thank you all! Closing our entertainment schedule this season: Final Chick Flick Friday: Roman Holiday, Friday, May 10 at 8 p.m. “Delicious and delectable Audrey’s Oscarwinning American debut.” — TV Guide; Audrey Hepburn became a star with this film playing Princess Anne, weary of protocol and anxious to have some fun before she is mummified by “affairs of state.” On a diplomatic visit to Rome, Anne escapes her royal retainers and scampers incognito through the Eternal City. She happens to meet American journalist Joe Bradley (Gregory Peck), who, recognizing a hot news story while pretending not to recognize her, predictably falls in love. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. for live music, cocktails and light snacks. A Change of Season: Looking to the Summer Months — As this performing arts and festival season draws to a close, we arrive at the time of year when the laughter of children prevails in our picnic areas, our petting zoo, playground, Splash ‘N Play water amusement area and a cornucopia of summer camps offering a range of funfilled activities.
My Little Star is Miami Children’s Theater’s engaging summer camp that introduces 4-6 year olds to the world of performing arts. My Little Star meets Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Hibiscus Room/Gardens Gallery. Campers are taught the basics in singing, dancing and acting in fun and educational ways. Best of all, campers get to perform for family and friends in a show at the end of the session on stage at our beloved Banyan Bowl amphitheater. Session 1 is June 10-21 and Session 2 is June 25-July 5. For information or registration, call 305-274-3595. Inferno’s Challenge is all about fun and fitness as your child (six and up) learns the thrills of circus activities. For the first time ever, come explore a summer fitness camp like no other presented by Miami Heat’s former Extreme Team captain, Ricardo Charles, as he leads Inferno’s Challenge Circus Camp only here at the Gardens. This camp is designed for children of any physical ability level. It promotes teamwork, builds muscles, improves coordination, increases concentration, instills confidence and self-esteem and, most importantly, it’s a lot of fun! Classes include juggling, Rola Bola (balancing), tumbling (basic to elite),
mini-trampoline, plate spinning, acrobatics, trampoline, basketball and low wire. Only two sessions are available, July 8-12 and Aug. 5-9, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Call 305669-6990 for price and information. Summer Lego Day Camp at the Gardens — an engaging summer experience for your kids who have advanced interests in computers, building, and creating cool robots! In this week-long summer camp program, students will be exposed to engineering principles and software programming by using the LEGO MINDSTORMS robotics technology. Not to be missed! Monday-Friday, July 15-19 or July 22-26, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Space is limited! Call 305-669-6990 for pricing or more information. Healthy bag lunch options also available by Evos Kids for an affordable additional cost. Horticulture Lecture Program this month features horticulturist Craig Morell in a class dealing with the finer points of growing herbs in the summer garden. From robust mint plants that thrive in the summer rains, to tropical basils and protecting rosemary plants from drowning, your herb garden can be productive year-round. Learn the best methods to grow and propagate your herb plants, gain confidence in creating your own organic garden and try some new and exotic herbs. Lectures are May 8 at 10:30 a.m. or May 23 at 6:30 p.m. in the Hibiscus Room/Gardens Gallery. The $5 fee includes coffee and snacks. Krafts 4 Kids final classes are all about the “Circle of Life”. Learn about Butterfly Gardens and attracting these spectacular creatures. Your child will delve into the mysteries of their life cycle, learn about the types of butterflies in Pinecrest and what you can plant to attract them to your yard. Every child will take home a cutting of a plant that will draw these beautiful winged species to your garden. Classes are May 11 or May 18 and the fee is $5. Reservations at 305-669-6990 and classes are limited to 20. Gardens Games: play chess, checkers and dominos in the Gardens — You are in for some gigantic fun when you play chess or checkers with pieces two feet tall. These larger than life game pieces fascinate players and spectators alike, and you can sharpen your strategic skills right on our meadow or patio. Game rental is free with a valid driver’s license, held during the time of reservation.
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CHABAD CENTER OF KENDALL / PINECREST Why I cried — the most impactful week of my life BY RABBI YOSSI HARLIG
Director, Chabad Center of Kendall/Pinecrest Poland where I went on the March of the Living – a life experience that shook me to the core. Stepping onto Auschwitz’s dirt roads, treading on the train tracks of Birkenau, feeling the tombstones at Treblinka, touching the shoes and staring incomprehensibly at the ashes in Majdanek are experiences we had to attempt to capture a taste of the history. While traveling to Poland does not provide comprehension or answers, it does supply a sense of knowing. There is no book, movie, museum or personal story that can come close to physically being in the places where it all happened. I want to share with you one important thought: The six million are not the only ones sacrificed. True, they were forced to endure the ultimate sacrifice. Although their physical presence has left this world, they repose in what must be the highest level in the heavenly spheres. The survivors, however, have had to live with their pain and torture for more than six decades. If that is not a sacrifice, I wonder what is! One of the most moving experiences was traveling with two Holocaust survivors, David Mermelstein and David Schachter, and standing with them in the exact places they stood more than 60 years ago when they were brutally torn from their families and loved ones. To hear their chilling and heart wrenching accounts made us cry. David and David sacrificed their own feelings and pain in order to rebuild Judaism and the Jewish people and lead the next generations. Sacrifice. What a concept – give something up for a higher, and perhaps better something else. During Temple times, millions of animals and birds were offered each year upon its altar. Every day since the destruction of the Temple and halting of the sacrifices, the Jewish people pray for their restoration. Human sacrifices are totally foreign to Jewish axiom and outlook. Humans dying, let alone being killed, does not produce closeness to God, atonement, forgiveness or any of the benefits from animal offerings. As humans, though, we do sacrifice. We
Rabbi Yossi Harlig with Holocaust survivor David Mermelstein. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
sacrifice our time, possessions, money, energy, bodies, and perhaps even our health, for various purposes and gains. No one in this world has any idea why the six million had to become martyrs. Their suffering and deaths must continue to bother us as long as humans are still suffering. There is no sin that could deserve this punishment and no gain can justify the Holocaust. David and David survived this hell and sacrificed much to not let Judaism perish with their relatives, friends and fellow Jews. Survivors realize that with every good deed, Jewish marriage, Jewish child born, synagogue and Jewish school, Judaism becomes more alive; while fascism, racism and evil become weaker. They have not allowed their feelings of tragic loss stop them. Instead, they have continued to sacrifice, inspired by the six million who died for simply being Jewish. We should learn from them about sacrifices and priorities. We are not asked to run, flee or escape certain death and destruction, or to sacrifice our young years, homes or precious loved ones. We are asked, instead, to think about our heritage, tradition and martyrs. We are asked to sacrifice time, money and energy to turn ourselves and our surroundings into a Temple for God. We must sacrifice time to think about our past and make our present better so that our bright future will be here even sooner. May that bright future come immediately, eliminating bloodshed, suffering and tyranny. May we be reunited with our loved ones and serve the Almighty in His Temple in Jerusalem in peace and harmony. For more information, visit <www.chabadofkendall.org> or call 305234-5654.
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Let there be light... and grants BY CARL RACHELSON
Thank goodness for grants. Though this may apply to Ulysses, Cary, my old friend Mr. Miller and W.T.’s five-and-dime store, here I speak about the non-repayable funds disbursed by one party, often a government department, corporation, foundation or trust, to a recipient, often a nonprofit entity, educational institution, business or an individual. For example, the frequently despised political target, the National Endowment for the Arts, was established by the U.S. Congress in 1965 as an independent agency of the federal government. This “villainous” NEA has awarded more than $4 billion to support artistic excellence, creativity, diversity and innovation for the benefit of individuals and communities, much to the chagrin of some who object to whatever they feel is objectionable. The NEA partners with state arts agencies, local leaders and other federal agencies, as well as the philanthropic sector. This too, is often lambasted by those who hate government and consider any investment to be waste. Yet how are visionary types able to work without a little something, something to feed them? Ergo, the NEA can prevent the use of the objectionable term, which creators may despise: Starving artists. As no flower blossoms without sun and water, without grants, blooming art projects would wither and die, never growing. Subsequently, beauty (and ugly truths) would neither flourish nor
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evolve. The Arts would devolve and we would be left with the lowest common denominator — Paris Hilton, Honey Boo Boo, Ishtar, LeRoy Neiman, Keanu Reeves, Yoko Ono and Britney Spears. It would be a world in which Shakespeare starves and L. Ron Hubbard rules. Dumb and dumber, if you will. With this in mind, two extremely talented local performers will do their respective things at The Light Box at Goldman Warehouse, both commissioned and presented by Miami Light Project, and supported in parts by the
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NEA, NALAC Diverse Arts Spaces and the Map Fund, in turn associated with the Ford Foundation, the Rockefeller Foundation, Doris Duke Charitable Foundation and the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. Though you may cringe during NPR, WLRN and PBS fund raising drives, you would be better off donating. Rudi Goblen’s PET will premier at 8 p.m. on May 10 and again at 8 on Saturday May 11. PET is set in a support group for those with broken hearts. Expect dance moves revealing an array of expressions of love and angst. It was
created with the support of the MiamiDade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council. Goblen has been doing solo shows for nearly a decade and has worked with a number of beloved, local talent like Octavio Campos, Rosie Herrera and Teo Castellanos, with whom he has often danced and acted. Castellanos is the creator of the second piece, a free, work-inprogress reading, also at the Light Box at 3 on Saturday, May 11. With its temporary title Third Trinity, Castellanos will delve into his own Puerto-Rican roots in a tale of brothers confronting pride, power and drugs at the end of the ’80s, surely surrounded by Castellanos’ examination of faith, belief, music, dance and performance. Steady keeping it raw and profound, this is a collaboration with he who Castellanos has mentored, oft-honored Tarell McCraney. Expect power and humor. Experimentation drives progress in every endeavor. Art is no different. Without the innovative efforts of inventive brains like Goblen and Castellanos, art will stand alongside reality TV, profitable but proffering garbage. With some charitable assistance, it probes the depth of our existence. Thank goodness for grants. Carl Rachelson is a teacher at Palmer Trinity School and a regular contributor to the Pinecrest Tribune. He may be contacted by addressing email to <crachelson@palmertrinity.org>.
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Gift Chixx is a whimsical, one stop destination for unique gifts BY JESSE SCHECKNER
Mother’s Day is just around the corner, but there’s no need to fret about where to go to get her that special something because Gift Chixx has got you covered. No matter what your budget is, owners Shelly Brodie and Karen Sklawer guarantee to have you leaving their one-stop gift shopping destination satisfied with your purchase. They offer free signature, custom gift wrapping on request, as well as tasteful gift basket arrangements. The uniqueness of their items is a priority and seldom will anything in their store be found at chain retail outlets. “We felt like there were no places like this anymore, where you could find oldfashioned customer service with people who actually welcomed you when you walked through the door, helped you and took care of you,” says Sklawer. “We take a lot of pride in hand-selecting our inventory and we keep our loyal customers in mind when we make selections for various occasions.” Brodie and Sklawer, lifelong friends for 35 years, are celebrating their third year in business. Regular attendees of gift markets in Atlanta and New York, they
Gift Chixx owners Karen Sklawer (left) and Shelly Brodie. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
constantly keep a keen eye out for items to bolster their already eclectic inventory of gifts that suit any occasion, whether for graduation, weddings, engagements, baby or bridal showers, corporate gifts, birthdays, bar/bat mitzvahs or anniversaries. They also boast a full line of monogram-ready products, including spa robes, travel accessories, garment bags, aprons and fleece throws. Although their original plan was to do business solely online and through seasonal, vendor-run special sales at their homes, when a spot opened that they both agreed was ideal – perfect size with ample parking and easy accessibility – they shifted gears and opened the store a month later. “We opened when the economy was
really at its lowest point because we felt that, no matter what, people still need to celebrate the good times and give gifts,” says Brodie. “Most people our age are riding off into the sunset, playing golf or tennis, and here we are, creating something from nothing, staying very active and absolutely loving bringing joy to people’s lives.” Their throwback-style boutique represents over 300 gift lines and is made up of various items that appeal to a wide range of age groups. They prioritize purchasing from American vendors and businesses run by women. A small sample of their collection includes linen satchels, adorable feminine toolkits, novelty flasks, decorative cutlery, custom-designed carving boards, whittled salt and pepper shakers, novelty bottle openers, humorous greeting cards, jewelry, figurines, a wide array of handbags and purses, and a subtle, tasteful selection of religious keepsakes such as menorahs, mezuzahs and crucifixes. To round out their diverse in-store inventory, they also facilitate online and mailorder options, which are perfect for registries. They are capable of processing and turning around orders in a matter of days. An email list that keeps clients up to date on upcoming holidays and events, such as jewelry trunk shows, is sent out regularly to subscribing customers. Gift Chixx is also very active in the community and gives heavily to various charities and fundraising events benefiting groups that include the JCC, area churches, Relay for Life, the FIU medical school, breast cancer awareness and Palmetto schools. “As a gift store, we are all about giving and we feel it is far more important to give than to receive, so we try to support many important causes,” says Sklawer. Gift Chixx is located at 8245 SW 124 St. and is open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Friday and until 5 p.m. Saturday. For more information, call 305-232-3214 or go to <www.giftchixx.com>.
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Baseball can still work in South Florida BY PRESTON MICHELSON
In the crusade that brought the gleaming Marlins Park to Little Havana, a main argument was whether baseball could work in Miami. For years, copious numbers of empty orange seats at Sun Life Stadium were the object of national mockery. Now, it seems that not much has changed, except, of course, the color of the seats, which is now a deep navy blue. The Marlins’ attendance this year has and will continue to be distressing due to the shameful on-field product. Not only is the team unexciting, but there is not much future at the Major League level — the average Marlins player’s age is 29 and more than one-third of the team is over 30. Many of the fans who continue to attend the Marlins games are still taking in the allure of Marlins Park and not so much coming to look at the squad. Recently, I recalled a game toward the end of the final regular season in Sun Life Stadium in 2011. The stadium was sparsely filled, as
usual, and both me and my father had our arms and legs outstretched, taking up six seats worth of space. I mentioned to my father, “Don’t get used to this. With the new stadium, we’re going to be cramped in our seats.” In the one game I have attended so far this season (with tickets purchased on StubHub, so no profits go to Marlins owner Jeffrey Loria), I found us in the same position. Not only had we moved up seven rows, we had our legs draped over the seat in front of us. Not much has changed, indeed. The team has not improved — save for a three-month trial period early last season — and fans are not attending. So, can baseball work in Miami? It is still near-impossible to tell. Unless Loria relents on his stranglehold on the South Florida baseball population, this team is not a true indicator. A market cannot be judged while it is being stifled and smothered. Fans are clamoring for a constant direction. They are exasperated from the experience that is being a Marlins fan because they no longer know what to expect. They have experienced a payroll near the top of the league, as well as payrolls in the cellar.
They would like to see an identity, not constant, unpredictable metamorphoses that seem to be solely driven by money. The point that truly antagonizes the fan base is that teams can, and have, been run efficiently on low payrolls. Take the Tampa Bay Rays, for example. They were once the laughing stock of MLB, a joke. Now, they are perennial playoff candidates and their payroll is still near the bottom of the league. This is because they have a clear vision. They make every single decision with the utmost scrutiny, analyzing the positives and negatives. In fact, their upper management is made up of former Wall Street employees and they bring their expertise to the team’s decision-making; they draft well, they trade well, they sign well. The Marlins typically do not do those things well, mostly because of their lack of direction. If someone — whether it be Loria or someone else — can install and prove a logical and sensible vision for this team, only good things can happen. Fans feel like they have been double-crossed, sold a bill of goods. Of course they are not going to show up at games, especially when the team is losing in spectacular fashion. The betrayal that fans have felt is pre-
CORNER venting them from going to the Marlins ballpark, not an inherent disdain for baseball. Baseball still has a chance of working in South Florida. All the fans need is a constant string of understandable decisions (and a little winning) to bring them back to the ballpark — and that would also result in bringing successful baseball to South Florida. Preston Michelson is a senior at Palmer Trinity School where he is the public address announcer for all varsity sporting events. He is a frequent contributor to this newspaper and the opinions he expresses are his own and not necessarily those of the editors and publishers. Contact him on Twitter at @PrestonMich or by email at <michelsonpr@gmail.com>.
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• EDUCATIONAL AND TEEN ADVICE • Toby Rose ASK TOBY Do you know the requirements for the University of Alabama? Yes. The ACT starts with a 21 and the SAT 1000 with a GPA of 3.0. Why are Alabama’s scores so low? Is it a good university? I can only give you my opinion on the admission requirements; The University of Alabama has low requirements because, unlike Florida, they lack the state population of future applicants, so they welcome out-ofstate students. I am very impressed with the academics and campus life. What is your opinion of Georgetown? I think it’s one of the best universities in the nation. There are more than 700 full-time faculty members. Georgetown has first rate graduate and research programs and is a liberal arts Jesuit institution, and opens its doors to all faiths. Georgetown’s many majors include the Robert Emmett McDonough School of Business, the Edmund A.D. Walsh School of Foreign Service. The Georgetown School of Nursing and Health Studies is a leader in diverse health care education and research. Students pursue research with faculty and meet premed requirements, and complete minors in many subjects. Many students graduate and go on to medical research, nursing, public health management and many other fields. Minors under the School of Nursing and Health Studies include Health Care Management and Policy, Human Science and International Health Nursing. Is it possible to get an interview with Georgetown?
Yes. Interviews are not on Georgetown’s campus, but are conducted in the region where you live. Can you explain exactly where Georgetown is located; my daughter says it is near the White House; is this true? Georgetown University’s 110-acre campus overlooks the north corner of Washington, D.C. When you visit Georgetown, you are truly impressed with the feeling of being in a great university, and tours are given throughout the year. Does Georgetown accept students with disabilities? Yes. Special services are available for students with many different types of disabilities. Call the Academic Resource Center at 202-687-8354. I really want a private dorm room for my freshmen year, but my parents insist that it must be a dorm with several students. What is your opinion? I agree with your parents. It is my experience that kids who have had private rooms have difficultly socializing. I remember that one of my students had the end room in a dorm at the University of Pennsylvania and didn’t know one student on his floor. Within three months, he was calling me and asking if he should leave the university. My answer was absolutely not. Get out there and join a few organizations. Next semester get a two or three roommates if you have to and make friends. My former student did just that and today he is a successful attorney. But, he learned an important lesson. 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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TLC for Kids — a family business that takes care of families BY LEE STEPHENS
Filling an ever-growing need for safe, quality childcare, Pinecrest residents Sharon and Gregg Radell have brought one of the nation’s premiere childcare agencies to Miami — TLC for Kids. TLC has been helping families find screened and qualified babysitters and nannies for nearly 30 years. All TLC sitters are vetted by agency professionals and have verified childcare references, background checks, and CPR training. TLC For Kids gives residents access to a screened pool of nannies and caregivers available for emergency and back-up care, in addition to serving their scheduled nanny and babysitting needs. TLC Miami has developed an outstanding staff of local caregivers comprised of teachers, social workers, degree professionals, early childhood education students, elementary education students and experienced nannies. Continuing her mission of providing working mothers and their families with the flexibility, support and trust that they need, company founder Sharon GraffRadell and her team are looking forward to
bringing this important service to MiamiDade families. TLC changed the childcare services industry by offering temporary nanny and babysitter services. Along with assisting families with hiring full-time or part-time nannies, temporary services help parents in a pinch when there is a last-minute need because a child is sick or a scheduled sitter fails to arrive. Parents can rely on TLC to come through with a safe, screened caregiver whenever they have a last-minute need, like an unexpected doctor’s appointment or meeting. Graff-Radell has been involved in the nanny industry since 1985 and has been a consultant to agencies in markets across the county. She has had a seat on the board of the International Nanny Association for 16 years and has earned numerous awards for her service. She serves on the advisory board of CARE.com, the nation’s leading online childcare site, assisting in providing direct services of vetted caregivers to subscribers. For more information, call 305-2565905 or go to <website www.tlcforkids.com/Miami>.
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Pictured is Palmer Trinity freshman Matthew Cabanes planting a Florida Locust Berry tree in his backyard as a part of the Plant a Tree: Easy as 1, 2, 3 project. Palmer Trinity students celebrated Earth Day and Arbor Day in April with the Plant a Tree project, which has three easy steps: pick a young native Florida tree provided by the science department, bring it home to plant and take a photo while planting the tree. The student photos were collected by the science department to share with other schools. The project is a part of Palmer Trinity School’s commitment to teach sustainability and environmental awareness to students.
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Solve life’s problems by talking, meditating at the J Linda K. Landy ALPER JCC Local and world events of the last month have been interesting to say the least; the Boston Marathon bombings, the nuclear threat from North Korea, the gun control debate, immigration reform, the Marlins, the Dolphins stadium issue and so much more. I have to admit that these issues have me so worked up, that I have found myself yelling at the television set on more than one occasion. Unfortunately, that is not very satisfying and my husband insists they cannot hear me. Sometimes it really helps to talk about things. That is why the Dave and Mary Alper Jewish Community Center offers a number of forums for conversation and support. Contemporary News and Views — Contemporary News and Views recognizes that there’s a lot going on in the world and you have a lot to say about it. It brings people of all ages together to discuss local, national or global events and trends. Participants bring in newspaper and magazine stories that spur lively discussions. More than a place to discuss what is going on in the world, it is an opportunity to meet new people. There is no charge. It meets on Monday from 10 a.m. to noon. Because the campus is so busy during camp, News and Views moves temporarily to Temple Bet Shira during the summer. Women’s Group — After pedaling as fast they can for so many years working and raising a family, many women suddenly find themselves with time on their hands. I can tell you from experience, this can be a very disconcerting predicament. This JCC woman’s group offers an opportunity to meet likeminded women. At its twice monthly meeting,
participants share experiences, thoughts, passions and camaraderie. This growing group has been the foundation for many new friendships, travels and adventures. Facilitated by Dr. Barbara Stoler, it meets Mondays from 12:15-1:30 p.m. There is no commitment or charge. Drop in and check it out. There are sessions on May 6, May 20 and June 3. The women’s group moves temporarily to Bet Breira, Samuel Or Olum during the summer. Grandparents Raising Grandkids Support Group — I have the joy of caring for my six-month-old granddaughter two days a week from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. By the end of the day, I am completely exhausted, and she isn’t even walking yet. I can’t imagine how my contemporaries handle the challenge of raising grandchildren full time. The Grandparents Raising Grandkids Support Group brings grandparents in this same situation together to share experiences, resources and wisdom. I’m sure it helps to talk to others who understand. Also facilitated by Dr. Stoler, it meets Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to noon. There are sessions on May 7, May 21 and June 4. There is no commitment or charge. Try it, you’ll like it. Meditate On It – For Beginners — If you can’t talk about it, why don’t you try meditating on it? How exactly do you meditate? The J tells me that meditation is easy to learn and everyone can benefit by relaxing, quieting the mind and trying to become calmer, more focused and clearer thinking. While designed for beginners, this small, drop-in class is well suited for participants at all experience levels. Different audio guided meditations are used each session. It meets Wednesday from 10-11 a.m. There are sessions on May 8, May 22 and June 5. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a towel, mat or meditation chair. A $5 donation is suggested. All of these groups meet at the Futernick Family Art Gallery. For more information, call at 305-271-9000, ext. 264, or online at <www.alperjcc.org>.
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Natural appearances guides patient care for Dr. Bared BY DONNA SHELLEY
Dr. Anthony Bared always knew he would be involved in the healing arts. As a child, his interest was sparked by bandages and tape brought home by his father, Antonio Bared, a former paramedic and firefighter who later served as MiamiDade County Fire Chief. “I was fascinated by the tools of my father’s trade,” said Dr. Bared. “Medicine was a natural choice for me. It was always a fit.” Today as a board-certified otolaryngologist, he shares a practice with Dr. Jeffery Epstein, a board-certified plastic surgeon, at “Facial Plastic Surgery Miami” with offices at 6280 Sunset Drive. “Arrive at the proper diagnosis,” is his philosophy that directs clinical judgments for appropriate treatments. In concert with the patient’s understanding of any pending procedure, “the basic goal is to improve the health and quality of life of every individual,” emphasized Dr. Bared whose practice concentrations include reconstructive surgery, rhinoplasty, and improv-
ing aging facial features. Rhinoplasty defined by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons is “nose reshaping” to improve its appearance or by correcting impaired breathing, caused by structural abnormalities, he pointed out. Septoplasty, a special surgical procedure of the septum to aid breathing, corrects the shape of the area that separates the two nostrils. Reconstructive surgery that corrects or improves skin loss due to cancer or other afflictions that can be safely removed. Prospective patients will benefit from learning everything he or she can about a given procedure, noted Dr. Bared, a lecturer and author for medical publications and textbooks, and writer of an informative blog. A Miami native, he attended Belen Jesuit Preparatory High School, then graduated summa cum laude from Vanderbilt University before attending the University of Miami’s School of Medicine. Inducted into UM’s esteemed Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society; he later completed a five-year residency at
Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery from the University Illinois-Chicago Department of Otolaryngology, he studied with Dr. Dean Toriumi, a father of modern rhinoplasty. Recently hosted by Baptist Health South Florida, Dr. Bared discussed the new directions of plastic surgery for treatment of aging face conditions. “There has been a paradigm shift from attempting to fight gravity (by pulling up the skin) to recognizing that aging causes loss of volume,” he stated, concluding that “safe and effective methods, such as fillers and injections are treatments used to address that issue.” . Avoiding a radical approach to cosmetic surgery is Dr, Bared’s goal “to ensure that every patient treatment results in an improved, natural appearance.” Dr. Anthony Bared ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
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Facial Plastic Surgery of Miami is located at 6280 Sunset Dr. Suite 506, South Miami. For information about Dr. Bared and his services, visit www.facialplasticsurgerymiami.com/ or call 800-943-7295.
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Sauvignon Blanc is one of the most food-friendly wines
Chef Jan OWNER, TWO CHEFS RESTAURANT
COOKING WITH JAN My five-year-old son, who battles three languages on a daily basis, developed the phrase: “A long time ago.” He will use the term when describing, telling or explaining a scenario that had happened in the past. The past can range from just recently to as far as his memory will allow. A long time ago I had a great glass of Sancerre, a chilled glass of Sauvignon Blanc, one of my favorite grape varietals grown in the Sancerre region of France. Sauvignon Blanc has, over the years, encountered a long and winding road towards achieving real respect as a grape varietal. Part of this has to do with the confusion over the name itself, sometimes confused with the name Fume Blanc, a name pioneered by Robert Mondavi in the 1970s to boost Sauvignon Blanc sales. That said, Sauvignon/Fume Blanc is one of the most food-friendly wines made. Some of the more appealing things about Sauvignon/Fume Blanc are that it’s dry, lower in alcohol and relatively light in oak influence. It can easily support spicy and assertively flavored dishes, whereas Chardonnay, its very popular sister, falls short. It also matches extremely well with many soups and salads, which are often tricky with wine pairings. Lastly, its acidity allows it to balance higher acid foods, such as goat cheese and tomatoes, quite well. For all of these reasons, we must pay due respect Sauvignon/Fume Blanc. We must forgive it for not being Chardonnay and allow it to be the “wild child.” We should appreciate it for what it offers — appealing aromas, a sassy fruit character and excel-
lent balance of fruit and acidity. And don’t forget, the price of Sauvignon/Fume Blanc is very reasonable. As a chef with the challenge of a pairing, this varietal is a no brainer. Here are a few dishes that can be used in many circumstances, but with the thought of drinking Sauvignon Blanc. WILD MUSHROOM AND GOAT CHEESE BRUSHETTA Serves 6- as an hors d’oeuvre or appetizer 2 oz oyster mushrooms 4 oz shiitake mushrooms 5 oz Portobello mushrooms Olive oil 1 tbs of butter 2 large garlic cloves, chopped 1 shallot, chopped 1/4 cup dry sherry 1/4 cup chicken stock Pinch of fresh thyme Pinch of fresh basil Salt and red pepper flakes 16 slices of baguette 4 oz of goat cheese, room temperature Chop the mushrooms roughly. In a large sauté pan or skillet, add olive oil and butter and sauté shallot and garlic for a min. or two. Add chopped mushrooms and cook for 5-6 minutes. Add sherry and chicken stock and cook until all liquids are evaporated, add herbs. Keep warm and set aside. Preheat broiler. Put slices of baguette on a roasting pan, spread goat cheese evenly, divide mushrooms onto baguettes. Place “brushettas” under broiler for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Serve immediately. ROASTED EGGPLANT AND GARLIC SOUP 1 lg eggplant (salt and pepper) 1 whole head of garlic, olive oil 2 cups chopped onions 3 cups seeded, chopped tomatoes 1/2 cup chopped basil 1 tbs chopped fresh thyme
Pinch of red chili flakes 4 1/2 cup chicken stock Salt and pepper to taste Preheat oven to 350 F. Cut eggplant into 1 inch cubes, toss with salt and pepper, place on paper towel for 20 minutes, then pat dry. Transfer to a roasting pan, sprinkle with olive oil. Cut head of garlic in half, wrap in aluminum foil with a splash of olive oil, salt and pepper; add “package” to roasting pan and bake in the oven for 15 minutes. Remove eggplant, but continue roasting the garlic for another 35 minutes. In a large soup pot, sauté chopped onions, basil, thyme and chili flakes for 5 minutes, squeeze cooked garlic out from husk and add to the onions. Add eggplant, tomatoes and chicken stock. Bring soup to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Puree the soup until smooth, season with salt and pepper to taste. PORK CHOP PICCATA WITH HOT-SWEET MUSTARD/LIME SAUCE 1 teaspoon dry basil 1/2 teaspoon dry tarragon 1/2 teaspoon dry thyme 1/2 teaspoon dry rosemary (crumbled) Salt and pepper 1 tbs flour 4 Pork Chops Olive oil 1tbs chopped shallots 21/2 tbs fresh lime juice 1/2 cup white wine 2 tspns of hot-sweet mustard 1/4 tspn Worcestershire sauce Few splashes of Tabasco 2 tbs of drained capers In a small mixing bowl, combine basil, tarragon, thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper and flour, mix well. Place Pork chops on wax paper and sprinkle evenly on both sides with herb mixture. In a skillet, add olive oil, shallots and the pork chops; sauté until golden brown, turn chops and cook for
another 2 minutes, add wine, lime juice, mustard, Worcestershire, Tabasco; let pork chops simmer for 5 min more, remove chops and keep warm, reduce sauce slightly, add capers. Place pork chops on plates and top with sauce. Garnish with fresh lime and serve with mashed potatoes. GRILLED SALMON ROASTED POBLANO AND CITRUS BUTTER 4 fresh salmon steaks 2 1/2 tspn Thai fish sauce or soy sauce 1 tspn Worcestershire sauce 1 tbs fresh lime juice 1 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil Chili and citrus butter 1 poblano chili pepper 1/2 stick butter (room temperature) 2 tspns fresh lime juice Minced fresh chives Mix fish sauce, Worcestershire, lime juice and sesame oil, season with salt and pepper, add salmon steaks and marinate for 2 hrs in cooler; butter; roast poblano pepper in oven for aprox. half hour, remove peel and seeds. Place pepper in a mixer along with butter, lime juice and chives. Process for 20 seconds until smooth, season with salt and pepper, set aside. Grill marinated salmon steaks, starting skin side down for 5 minutes, turn and finish with another 3 minutes, place steaks onto serving plates. With a spoon, add a generous dollop of the poblano pepper and lime butter to each salmon steak. Serve immediately. This dish is great served along side a salad, green vegetables or perhaps creamy polenta. Well, I hope I inspired you to visit your favorite wine store, a pit stop at the market and a great afternoon at the stove! If not, then just make reservations. Chef Jan Jorgensen is the owner of Two Chefs Restaurant. For more information and reservations, call 305-663-2100.
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Coral Reef student advocates for epilepsy programs BY ADRIAN MADRIZ
port for the reintroduction of Modernizing Our Drug and Diagnostics Evaluation and Coral Reef Senior High School sopho- Regulatory Network Act (MODDERN Cures Act). This legislation is intended more Alexandra Markovich repto encourage the development of resented the Epilepsy meaningful treatments for people Foundation of Florida and living with chronic disease and served as Florida’s ambassador disabilities. and at the annual Kids Speak Up! “I want to encourage anyone Conference in Washington, D.C. impacted by epilepsy in any way to last month. join me in speaking out by asking their A student in Coral Reef’s magmembers of Congress to cosponsor net legal program, Markovich this important act,” said Markovich. was one of 50 students from “There are 375,000 Floridians living throughout the U.S. chosen to with epilepsy. Together, if we speak up Alexandra Markovich attend. She met with members of and speak out, we can make a positive –––––––––––––– several of Florida’s congressiondifference.” al offices to advocate for better access to As Florida’s ambassador, Markovich has care, improved public education and more committed to volunteering as an active research to find a cure for epilepsy. While in the nation’s capitol, Markovich epilepsy advocate to help other kids and famwas schooled to become a national and local ilies understand epilepsy and advocating for advocate on behalf of the nearly three-million policies that support people with epilepsy. The Epilepsy Foundation of America people in the U.S. who suffer with epilepsy. The three-day event included training sessions sponsored the Kids Speak Up! Conference. The Epilepsy Foundation of Florida proand seminars to help educate Markovich and the other participants about epilepsy and vides numerous services to individuals and families. For more information, visit develop their public speaking skills. One of Markovich’s goals was to gain sup- <www.EpilepsyFLA.org>.
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