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Village police again win coveted CALEA accreditation

BY SAMUEL CEBALLOS, JR.

Police Chief, Village of Pinecrest Law enforcement accreditation was developed to enhance the profession and improve the delivery of police services.

On July 31, the Commission on Law Enforcement Accreditation (CALEA) awarded the Pinecrest Police Department the Gold Standard Certificate for Advanced Accreditation. This means that Department employees demonstrated their commitment to law enforcement excellence during an on-site review by CALEA Assessors.

The Department has once again distinguished itself by complying with a myriad of standards deemed essential to health and safety, and the protection of the life and rights of citizens. The full commission concluded that employees of the police department demonstrated the best professional practices in the performance of their duties throughout a three-year reaccreditation period.

The 2013 Gold Standard re-accreditation marks the fourth time that CALEA granted accreditation status to Pinecrest.

Initial accreditation of the department occurred in 2004, the first re-accreditation

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St. Louis Church celebrates 50th anniversary

BY LEE STEPHENS

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Louis Catholic Church is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year and many events to mark the occasion are planned.

Father Paul Vuturo wants the community to participate in the festivities so he and the Golden Anniversary Committee have issued an invitation to the community to participate in the different events and activities scheduled.

The celebration begins with Feast Day activities on Saturday, Aug. 24, when Father Vuturo will celebrate Mass at 5:30 p.m. at St. Louis

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Pictured are Susan, Jenna, Bryan and Glenn Fusfield aboard the NCL Pearl in Glacier Bay National Park, Alaska in front of the Margerie Glacier. Of course they remembered to take along a copy of their favorite hometown newspaper and snapped this shot for us. Thanks for thinking of us, guys!

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JESSICA ROTH With her passion for languages, Palmetto High School senior Jessica Roth is a natural to help children learn how to speak, read and write English. Last year, she and her friend Lauren Bunce started the program A Bridge to English to help students at Pinecrest Elementary learn English as a second language.

“I’m the founding vice president,” Roth says. “We have four different languages. I help with Spanish. We’ve had other volunteers come in for Mandarin, Arabic and Japanese.”

Roth says it’s important to help the thirdgrade children learn English so they can do well in school and pass the FCAT. “I’ve taken Spanish since I was in the seventh grade at Palmetto Middle,” she says, adding that last year she took Advanced Placement Spanish. The only Spanish class remaining she could take is AP Spanish Literature. Her years of studying Spanish have given her the ability to help the children. She says they made a lot of progress last year.

“We hold our session in the library so we can use books with the students,” she says.

“At the beginning of the year, they were sounding out words. Now they can read books a lot easier.”

They used picture books to work with the kids, including Dr. Seuss. They worked with the same third-grade children throughout the year.

Roth hopes to continue working with

children and also recruit more volunteers so that more kids can be helped. At the same time, she wants to expand the number of languages offered.

Roth does not limit her community service to the A Bridge to English program. She also regularly visits Douglas Gardens and plays piano for the residents. She plays in the lobby for a half-hour and then goes to the Alzheimer’s unit to play for another half-hour.

“I’ve been playing piano since I was in the first grade and I really enjoy it,” she says. “I wanted to do something with it.”

Her reward is seeing how happy the elderly residents are with her music.

“It makes their day,” she says. “I knew I wanted to play for older people. I researched different places and when I called Douglas Gardens, they said they could accommodate me. They have a really nice piano in the lobby.”

Roth also plays piano for National Guilds Audition competitions.

“I’ll memorize two or three pieces each time and they’ll score my pieces,” she says.

“Each time I’ve received superiors, which is the highest score.”

While most people get nervous when taking part in a competition, Roth says she has been playing for so many years that nerves are not a problem when she plays.

“I’m not worried when I go into it,” she says. “It’s more of a personal evaluation.”

Outside of school, Roth tutors other students, primarily in math and science. She also volunteers as treasurer for Partners Seeking a Cure, an organization that raises money to combat liver disease.

“A family member of mine has a liver disease,” she says.

Now that school has started, Roth will be working on her college applications. She is interested in doing something that involved math and science, possibly biomedical engineering. Her college list includes the University of Pennsylvania (her dad’s alma mater), Duke, the University of Michigan, Vanderbilt and possibly Tulane.

By Linda Rodriguez Bernfeld

MIKELA GARCIA Palmer Trinity junior Mikela Garcia is still affected by what she saw on the seven-day mission trip to Nicaragua with fellow students.

“We collected several duffle bags of clothing and flew to Managua, Nicaragua,” Garcia says. “While we were there, we built a small home for a family in a very rundown area. This experience was life changing.”

Garcia says that because she is originally from Haiti, the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere, she knows that poverty exists in the world, but she says that she had never been confronted with the problem like she was on the Nicaragua trip.

“Building that house and seeing those people only motivated me to do more to make a difference,” Garcia says.

Because she is from Haiti, Garcia volunteers for a lot of community service projects for the island nation. She started when she was in the sixth grade shortly after Haiti was devastated by a hurricane. That crisis prompted her to organize a drive to collect bottled water, canned goods and clothing for the people of the Caribbean nation. When she was in eighth grade, Garcia’s family started the Help Heal Haiti organization.

“My mom is from Haiti,” Garcia says.

“She’s one of seven children, and four of her

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siblings live there. I visit the country a lot.”

While family members that live in Haiti were not injured by the devastating earthquake, so many other people were. To help fund relief efforts, Garcia sold bracelets and tee shirts.

“I sold two different kinds of bracelets,” she says. “One was a blue-and-red rubber bracelet and they had a slogan that read Help Heal Haiti. The other bracelet was beaded and crocheted.”

Garcia’s aunt was selling the beaded bracelets for profit, but when Garcia told her about the charity, she shared the information about how to get them.

“We raised about $3,000,” Garcia says.

“My cousins and I did it. I raised the money with their help,” she says. “They used to go to Westminster; two moved to Palmetto.”

Last year they gave the money to different non-profit organizations in Haiti.

“We donated $1,600 to a school in the poorest part of Haiti,” she says. “And there is a Project Medishare, which is a project dedicated opening hospitals.”

When she was in the ninth grade, Garcia hosted a Christmas toy drive for a foundation.

The kids had breakfast with Santa and then they were given gifts. The breakfast was for Haitian children in Palm Beach County.

“Each semester, I try to organize a project,” Garcia says, adding that she has been the community service representative for her class for the Student Government Association.

“I held a clothing drive and then over spring break I went to Haiti,” she says. “We sorted the clothes and we donated clothes to the families in need in Carries, a town about 45 minutes outside of Port Au Prince.”

At the end of 2012, Garcia collected old French textbooks so they could be donated to a school in Haiti. Palmer Trinity invested in new textbooks, so the old ones could be discarded.

Through Palmer, Garcia volunteers for Project Feel Good at St. Albans School in Coconut Grove.

“We go there and we do crafts with the kids, play with them and help the teachers on the days we don’t have school,” she says.

Garcia plays soccer and volleyball for Palmer. She has only played volleyball for a couple of years, but she says she expects the volleyball team to improve over last year.

Garcia is a star on the soccer team, which made it to the state finals last year before losing. She was named to the third team AllDade squad.

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TARYN d’ADESKY Palmetto High School senior Taryn d’Adesky constantly looks for ways that she can help the people of Haiti.

After the 2010 earthquake, d’Adesky, along

with her family and friends, collected thousands of dollars and sent it survivors in Port au Prince.

They also collected cases of bottled water and shipped them to the island nation during the first two weeks after the disaster.

“Through our school, we started a collection,” d’Adesky says. “My family started a non-profit called Help for Haiti. The school helped collect the bottled water and for every case donated by a student, they were given an hour of community service time.”

D’Adesky’s group sent three shipping containers full of cases of bottled water, all of it from the donations from Westminster students and faculty, the school she was attending at the time. In total, they sent six containers, including the bottled water collected by all family members.

“That was our first project; we also made tee shirts and bracelets that we sold for Haiti relief,” d’Adesky says. “Westminster organized a walk for the mission trip to Nicaragua and we had a tent there. We also sold them at soccer games. We gave $2,000 to Medishare and $1,000 to Food for the Poor. Both organizations benefitted Haiti.”

Last summer, d’Adesky and her group collected clothing and apparel, and then she per-

sonally flew to Haiti with the shipment to distribute the goods to needy people.

“Our dad thought it would be a good experience,” she says. “And I did, too.”

Now, d’Adesky and her group organize a project each summer to aid Haiti, and this year they found a new way to help.

“My parents started a company called CAD-MED to sell medical supplies to South America and the Caribbean,” she says. “This past summer, I was given the job of taking inventory of the arriving merchandise and I found that sometimes, when the shipments arrive from the manufacturers or distributors, the boxes are damaged. I asked my dad if I could donate the damaged stuff to the UM Medishare Haiti program rather than spend the money to return it and he agreed.”

D’Adesky says the damaged supplies were still good, but not in saleable condition and included such things as anti-bacterials, scrubbers, monitors and surgery tools. She says they were able to donate more than $13,000 worth of medical supplies to Medishare Haiti.

While all those activities count toward her community service, that’s not all d’Adesky does to help the community. She also has been a camp counselor and she has coached girls’ soc-

cer in the fall for the last two years. She also has volunteered with the Maya Macey Foundation.

When she’s not busy helping the people of Haiti, d’Adesky plays soccer. She played on the Westminster Christian team during her freshman year and is now playing for Palmetto High School after transferring. She’s a terrific soccer player and made the All-Dade first team in her freshman year and second team All Dade at Palmetto in her junior year. She says this year’s team should be pretty good and even though they lost four seniors from last year’s team, the new players should be good.

D’Adesky also plays club soccer and hopes the high visibility of the club sport will help her find a soccer scholarship. She is interested in attending the University of Miami, American University or the Florida Institute of Technology.

“I want to major in communications,” she says. “I really like writing, so maybe I’ll be a journalist, a reporter for a sports channel like ESPN.” At Palmetto, d’Adesky is involved with the Pink Ribbon Club, the HIV Awareness Club and the new organization, No Place for Hate.

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CALEA, from page 1 –––––––– came in 2007; and when re-accreditation took place in 2010, the commission designated the Pinecrest PD a Flagship Agency.

Pinecrest’s advanced law enforcement accreditation provides objective evidence of the police department’s commitment to excellence in leadership, resource management and service-delivery, while instilling confidence in the agency’s ability to operate efficiently and meet community needs.

Here is what the Commission on Law Enforcement has to say about the process: • CALEA Accreditation requires an agency to develop a comprehensive, well thought out, uniform set of written directives. This is one of the most successful methods for reaching administrative and operational goals, while also providing direction to personnel.

• CALEA Accreditation standards provide the necessary reports and analyses a CEO needs to make fact-based, informed management decisions.

• CALEA Accreditation requires a preparedness program be put in place, so an agency is ready to address natural or manmade unusual occurrences.

• CALEA Accreditation is a means for developing or improving upon an agency’s relationship with the community.

• CALEA Accreditation strengthens an agency’s accountability, both within the agency and the community, through a continuum of standards that clearly define authority, performance, and responsibilities.

• Being CALEA Accredited can limit an agency’s liability and risk exposure because it demonstrates that internationally recognized standards for law enforcement have been met, as verified by a team of independent outside CALEA-trained assessors.

• CALEA Accreditation facilitates an agency’s pursuit of professional excellence.

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The Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies was created in 1979 as a credentialing authority through the joint efforts of law enforcement’s major executive associations: International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE), National Sheriffs’ Association (NSA) and the Police Executive Research Forum (PERF).

The purpose of CALEA’s Accreditation Programs is to improve the delivery of public safety services, by maintaining a body of standards developed by public safety practitioners covering a wide range of up-to-date public safety initiatives, establishing and administering an accreditation process, and recognizing professional excellence. Specifically, CALEA’s goals are to: • Strengthen crime prevention and control capabilities.

• Formalize essential management procedures.

• Establish fair and nondiscriminatory personnel practices.

• Improve service delivery.

• Solidify interagency cooperation and coordination.

• Increase community and staff confidence in the agency.

The CALEA Accreditation Process is a proven modern management model; once implemented, it presents the chief executive officer (CEO), on a continuing basis, with a blueprint that promotes the efficient use of resources and improves service delivery, regardless of the size, geographic location or functional responsibilities of the agency.

The Pinecrest Police Department is preparing for an on-site assessment by the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation. We fully anticipate reaccreditation by this second accrediting organization.

To learn more about the accreditation process visit <http://www.calea.org/content/law-enforcement-program-process> or <http://www.flaccreditation.org/Benefits>.

CHURCH, from page 1 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Church. Concelebrating the Mass will be Monsignor James Fetscher, long time pastor of St. Louis.

The Mass will be followed by a tour of a historical museum that parish members have put together and refreshments in the Family Center at 6:45 p.m. Other events include: • Handbell choir concert at St. Louis Church, Friday, Oct. 25, 7 p.m.

• Jubilee Concert, Saturday, Nov. 23, 4:30 p.m. followed at 5:30 p.m. by Jubilee Mass celebrated by Archbishop Thomas Wenski at the Bank United Center, 1245 Dauer Drive, Coral Gables.

St. Louis Catholic Church is located at 7270 SW 120 St. For more information, call 305-238-7562 or go to <information@stlcatholic.org>.

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It seems that almost everywhere we go these days, we can find a dog park to visit with our dog.

Everywhere, that is, except our own hometown of Pinecrest.

We go to Key West and spend afternoons at the dog park enjoying the ocean air and making new people friends while our dog runs free, plays ball or just rolls around in the dirt. We go to Boca Raton in Palm Beach County, same thing. Pembroke Pines has one of at least 26 dog parks in Broward County. And in Miami-Dade County, we have Kennedy Bark Park on South Bayshore Drive and Blanche Bark Park on Shipping Street and Virginia Avenue in the Grove; Amelia Earhart Bark Park in Hialeah and Palmetto Bay Bark Park on South Dixie Highway.

But right here in Pinecrest, right in our own backyard, so to speak, no dog park.

A dog park is not just for dogs, although they certainly enjoy the freedom to run and play with other dogs. A dog park is for people, too. A bark park fosters a sense of community. It reinforces a kinship with our neighbors. It’s easy to make new friends at a dog park. While dog parks attract people of all ages and from all walks of life, everyone has one thing in common — they love dogs. Everyone has an automatic icebreaker, and conversations and friendships spring up naturally.

It’s another way to enjoy the outdoors on a beautiful South Florida day, even if that means just sitting on a bench in the shade while your dog chases sticks. And it’s an opportunity for more sedentary dog owners to spend some time outdoors and give their

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dogs the chance to run and play.

In upstate Destin, a grass-roots effort started the wheels turning and a new dog park opened on Jan. 7, 2012. The grand opening of the Destin Dog Park saw more than 2,200 dogs and human visitors in the first week alone. A news article quoted a nearby city councilor who said, “I was absolutely amazed and astounded at the sense of community in that little park. I saw children, I saw elderly people, I saw people from all walks of life, all occupational levels, all co-existing in a safe, comfortable environment.”

We can do that here in Pinecrest. We certainly have enough dogs and dog lovers. Just walk around your neighborhood any morning or evening and you’ll see people of all ages, shapes and sizes walking dogs of all ages, shapes and sizes. If almost every municipality in Florida has a dog park, surely Pinecrest can find the space and resources to develop one of our own. A majority of Pinecrest dog owner/residents want a dog park right here. It’s a community project that is long overdue. Pinecrest pups deserve their own park. And Pinecrest residents can certainly make it happen. If you want a dog park in Pinecrest, it’s time to speak up to our elected officials. A citizens group of supporters, the Pinecrest Dog Park Committee, has made it easy. Please sign their online petition at <www.PinecrestDogPark.com> and “like” their Facebook page, Pinecrest Dog Park.

Or, contact the Village council at <council@pinecrest-fl.gov> and tell them it’s time for Pinecrest pups to have their own park.

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Inaugural 5K Run, Kids Dash at ZooMiami, Sept. 15

BY CINDY CASTELBLANCO

For the first time in 10 years, Zoo Miami, 12400 SW 152 St., will host a 5K race it can call its own.

The Zoological Society of Florida and West Kendall Baptist Hospital will offer a pair of fun, wild events on Sept. 15. Unlike other 5Ks and walks at the zoo, this one will offer benefits that only the team at the zoo can provide, bringing back memories of the renowned Jungle Jog that started 30 years ago and ended in 2002.

The ZooRun 5K is for folks of every speed – from cheetah to tortoise – so no matter your pace, come out for fun and exercise. This 3.1-mile timed race is walker friendly and will take place around the entire zoo. The ZooKids Dash is a race for youngsters 2-9 years old. The race will include distances from 100 to 525 meters and opportunities to interact with Gigi, Kaz and Pio, the popular Zoo Squad mascots.

“The old Jungle Jog drew 1,500-2,000 runners and we had more than 1,000

signed up after one week,” said Zoo Miami’s Ron Magill. “Children and families want to be at Zoo Miami; they want to experience this amazing park and now we can encourage a healthy community and environment.”

“This event is an extension of our threeyear partnership focused on the health of our environment and our community,” said Baptist spokesperson Michelle Mejia.

“With the Healthy Zoo-Healthy You initiative, we hope to inspire our community to make healthy living a priority.”

The ZooRun pre-sale is $25 and rises to $35 on race day. The ZooKids Dash presale price is $10 and increases to $15 on race day. Pre-sale prices are valid through Sept. 14. Racers get free admission to Zoo Miami, a tee shirt, medal, food and a race unlike any in South Florida.

Registrants may purchase Zoo Miami tickets for friends and family at a 50-percent discount on race day. To register, go to <http://run.zoomiami.org> or call 305-2555551.

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Mother and daughter team up to aid impoverished Haitian village

BY JESSE SCHECKNER

What began as an ambitious seventhgrade service project for Westminster Christian student Sidney Kissane ended up as a week-long trip she and her mother, Vivianne, took to Damye Gesse, an impoverished mountainside Haitian village to distribute $4,400 worth of food to thousands of residents.

The trip – their first ever to the country – was arranged through Literacy for Haiti, an organization that has been involved with the Haitian community for 20 years. Sidney initially was drawn to the cause when a relative — organization founder Cliff Matousek — and the village leader visited the U.S. and was a guest at the Kissane in Pinecrest.

“They showed me pictures of their village and they told me about how everything was there,” Sidney says. “That made me really want to help, because I know that I have life really good here. It made me realize that there are people who have life much worse than really bad. It was awful, the poverty they were living in.”

With the support of her teacher, Levi Nolander, Sidney organized basketball and jump-rope activities, soliciting sponsorship from donors. She was able to get more than 80 people involved. Vivianne, who has been involved with LFH for five years, had initially intended to go to Haiti alone.

Sidney convinced her otherwise.

“At first she was going to go by herself, but then I noticed how much more we accomplished in the fundraising than I expected and how big of a project this actually was,” Sidney says. “I wanted to see how the money we raised helped, and it did way more than I expected.”

They arrived in Port au Prince on June 10, bringing with them more than $400 worth of baby formula. After picking up their order of Plumpy Nut, a nutrient-dense

product closely resembling peanut butter that is used by international relief organizations, they left for Damye.

While visiting, they stayed in a house that Matousek built. There was no electricity, running water or glass in the windows and they used rainwater caught in a cistern for drinking and bathing, operating at night by candlelight and making use of an outhouse when nature called. “We had the nicest house in the village,” Sidney recalls.

Sidney traveled daily through the village doling out Plumpy Nut. She and her mother also distributed goods from a primitive health clinic within the village. The only other available medical facility was a small hospital at the mountain base five miles away.

One of Literacy for Haiti’s main projects is a microloan program that offers up to $100 to villagers for use toward seed purchases, living expenses, small businesses or school fees for children, which costs $3 a month. Those accepting the loan are required to pay it back throughout the year at a five percent interest. Loan profits are put directly back into supporting the only school in the village, the Martin Luther King Jr. School, which has classes from preschool to sixth grade, employs six teachers and serves more than 380 children.

Meantime, Vivianne has begun developing her own project, Kids for Kids, which provides funds to buy baby goats for families in the village.

“The goats are very much a part of their culture already, and if a family has a goat they’re pretty well off,” she says. “The kids of the family raise it and then sell it and they’ll be able to live for a period of time off of the money.”

Through their joint efforts, Vivianne and Sidney have provided enough Plumpy Nut to feed villagers for the next couple of months. They also intend to Haiti and stay

Sidney Kissane, 13, holds a copy of the Pinecrest Tribune while Damye Gesse village children in gather around her.

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for a longer time.

“Even with all that we did, we see that this is just a Band Aid on the problem, a stopgap,” says Vivianne. “It showed us we

were able to help out, but it also showed us how much more of a need there is.”

For information, go to <www.christianpages.org/LiteracyforHaiti>.

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Is the demise of the NCAA at hand?

BY PRESTON MICHELSON

As college football’s appeal continues to increase, the NCAA’s popularity is trending downwards — and quickly.

We just passed the twoyear anniversary of the Yahoo! Sports tell-all of Nevin Shapiro, the disgraced, former University of Miami booster. His allegations included impermissible benefits both routine and debaucherous — from cash and gifts, to prostitutes and an abortion.

Now, two years later, the University of Miami is still waiting; waiting on a punishment, something to end the years of confusion and angst. But tread carefully NCAA, you’re already in dangerous waters.

If the oft-maligned leaders of college football are punitive on the Hurricanes — who have already self-imposed a ban on two bowl games — school president Donna Shalala is ready to play ball. When the school received its Notice of Allegations in February, Shalala put out an open letter that listed the repeated failures of the NCAA during its investigation and detailed UM’s plan to respond negatively to the Notice.

“We deeply regret any violations, but we have suffered enough,” Shalala wrote.

Here we are on the precipice of another season and still no word from the NCAA. If only the UM was their only issue.

In College Station reports have surfaced that Texas A&M University’s Heisman Trophywinning quarterback Johnny Manziel took improper benefits for signing autographs.

Problem is the NCAA can’t find concrete evidence. And Manziel is worth a whole lot, to A&M, the NCAA and his parents’ bank account.

And just like Shalala, Manziel is ready to play ball — literally and figuratively. He’s puffing out his chest and spreading his shoulders to the NCAA. Come on, let’s go. Challenge me. Suspend the player who has proved so valuable. Let’s see what happens.

For anyone who wants to see the NCAA shamed, this is a good situation. In one situation, Manziel gets off because the NCAA can’t find any proof of payment. In the other, he gets suspended. And, rest assured, Manziel and his family will fight it with the lawyers they bring in. In the first situation, the media will mock the NCAA’s apparent lack of control of players. In the second, well, it could turn messy, and that would be great!

The NCAA has operated dangerously. It overstepped its bounds in the Penn State University case by levying penalties in an unprecedented manner. Its punitive rules

recently forced a women’s golfer at a lowertier university to repay $20 for washing her car with a hose that was only available for athletes. It also has a corrupted system involving poor athletes who don’t have the means to pay for their own meals and can’t afford to pay for their parents and family to attend games.

Now, schools continue to obey the NCAA and players continue to play because, well, what other choice do they have? If you want to play professional football, you have to play in the NCAA first. There isn’t an option; it’s the way it is. For a school to play other high-caliber teams, they must be a part of the NCAA. There is no choice.

That is, unless, a group of schools were to get together and leave the NCAA. And the SEC, the biggest division in all of college football, has the best opportunity to do so. The conference has athletic directors and players that are infuriated by the NCAA. And they have the money. If they were to leave, it would be the beginning of the end for the NCAA. But it shouldn’t have to be that way. The NCAA should be able to operate in a fair and equitable manner.

If you remember your days in a high school civics class, you will recall the phrase “checks and balances” — a governmental method of separating powers in order to ensure that no branch reigns supreme. Since

CORNER the NCAA is an autonomous body, it has no checks or balances. It operates on its own accord, in whatever manner suits it best.

In the UM investigation, the NCAA is operating in the name of validating its investigation — and its existence. Officials need to prove that this matter was worth more than two years of their time. But they are not operating in the name of fairness.

A group of schools leaving the NCAA is a last-ditch effort. The NCAA still has time to right its wrongs, and it can. But it’s not trending that way.

Preston Michelson is a freshman at the Northwestern University Medill School of Journalism and is a graduate of Palmer Trinity School. 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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Our transformed MIA looks simply marvelous

BY CARL RACHELSON

In the old Saturday Night Live routine, Billy Crystal would say, “It’s not how you feel; it’s how you look.”

Somehow this popped into my unbalanced mind as I wandered to, about and through Miami International Airport earlier this summer on my way to a variety of clandestine destinations I would rather not disclose unless you are a Facebook friend of mine or intend to read this article ’til the end. In any case, I bring good news today and it concerns the reformation of what was once the frighteningly ugly eyesore located smack dab in the middle of Dade County, which once upon a time was the first introduction to our city and some massive terror involved for tourists who wanted to rent a car.

As the Dalai Lama says, “Things change!”

And some proof can be found these days at the airport. There is ongoing evidence of this as one sees construction on the SR826 and SR836 expressways, but none as profound as the brilliantly named — this is sarcasm lest we forget — Miami Intermodal Center, the $2 billion ground transportation hub with the 10-cent name. Come on man! Where is a solid Jorge M. Perez naming controversy when you need it? How about the Ozzie Guillen Center, he a managerial symbol of quickly coming then going?

I rode the MetroRail to the Intermodal Center (MIC) in the Miami Central Station (MCS) which houses the Rental Car Center (RCC). While the naming might be amateurish; the buildings are not. The Metrorail itself was as shoddy as ever, but mostly clean and mostly on time. These days there are intervals of 15 minutes at most, even on the weekends, and the ride to the airport on the Orange Line from Dadeland South is as quick as a car — in rush hour, even quicker.

At around $2, it is a bargain if you don’t need a cab to take you to the stations. As we are unfortunately accustomed, a few stations had broken escalators and others broken eleva-

ART in MIAMI

Miami International Airport today is something we can be proud of.

New Miami Intermodal Center is a work of art.

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tors, but at Dadeland, we were lucky. The airport station is another story; the crown jewel, so to speak, a veritable love story.

I read some history at Critical Miami, fol-

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guage lessons for those delivering information on public transportation are casualties of the sequestration) — getting off the Metrorail at the airport was revelatory.

Riders who begin on the busway might feel like they have encountered Dr. Brown’s flux capacitor in Back to the Future as they enter a 1970s bus, transfer to a 1990s train and disembark in 2020 glory. It’s that good! And that beautiful.

A short ride later, one is in the airport taking off shoes and throwing away water bottles before entering similarly modernized terminals with clean lines, cool design and abundant places to sit and relax in a number of the terminals. Contrast this with the airport experience in 1995. For those who still prefer Ft. Lauderdale, I say, “Have you lost your mind?”

Some of my joy was mitigated when I subsequently visited Changi Airport in Singapore with its sleeping lounges, sliding boards, butterfly garden, shopping mall and free foot massage machines. Some was also mitigated by the magnificence of the structure and service in Incheon in Seoul and the food court/observation deck in Tokyo Narita.

However, it is clear that those who now visit Miami are greeted by an experience we can be proud of and one that visitors will not cringe at, like they do at JFK, LaGuardia or LAX. In fact, it is one we should be proud of.

Art in Miami has changed over the years and nowhere more than at the airport. So today, it’s not how you feel, it’s how you look. And MIA — you look marvelous!

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It’s time to stop MDX takeover of South Dade Busway TRANSPORTATION

BY CARLOS GARCIA Co-chairman, <RollBackTolls.com>

You probably have not heard about it – primarily because of the Miami-Dade Expressway Authority’s shoddy and ineffective community outreach program — but it looks like those trendy new High Occupancy Toll (HOT) lanes soon will be coming to South Dade.

In late August, MDX representatives gave presentations in Cutler Bay and Palmetto Bay (see video at <GetMDXoffTheBusway.com>) detailing their latest scheme to construct yet another cash-generating ribbon of concrete, cars and crashes along South Dade’s US 1.

Apparently looking to emulate the cashcow success of the I-95 Expressway project, MDX seems to be moving forward with its own flawed plan to replace the South Dade Busway north of Southwest 232nd Street to Dadeland with a semi-elevated freeway containing reversible toll lanes and bus transit lanes.

Though this latest incarnation of the US 1 express lanes is shorter than what was presented last year — because MDX did not want to compete against the Turnpike — a trip along the entire length will cost commuters as much as $10 in tolls each way during peak traffic hours!

Much like we witnessed in June, this $6.5 million tollpayer-funded study on the US 1 express lanes is proceeding despite overwhelming public opinion against it. The MDX non-elected board recently approved a dramatic billion-dollar toll hike despite an onslaught against that decision from state and local elected officials led by Cutler Bay Mayor Ed MacDougall.

And just as we witnessed in June, Mayor MacDougall’s community is once again in the MDX crosshairs. South Dade communi-

ty leaders have had decades of success resisting neighborhood-destroying public works projects like the US 1 express lanes project, but with the out-of-control MDX pushing hard, there may be little recourse left.

At this stage, MDX does not even have control over the busway, yet they are making plans to impose tolls on those who would use it. At this time, MDX only maintains five roads in Miami-Dade County. Yet this unelected board is attempting to grab control of a vital and valuable transit corridor to help bolster its lucrative toll-road empire. This will surely come back to haunt South Dade drivers in years to come.

We must act now to stop this takeover!

The idea of paying $10 simply to be guaranteed a travel speed that should be possible without a toll is frustrating by itself, but when you consider that the purposely preserved blue sky and treetops of the entire US 1 corridor from Goulds to Pinecrest would be replaced with on ramps, sound walls and a five-lane MDX river of cash, the idea becomes a downright nightmare.

We applaud local officials like Mayor MacDougall who have stood up for South Dade taxpayers and frustrated motorists who have aligned against the MDX and its takeover tactics.

For information on this new MDX toll scheme, go to <GetMDXoffTheBusway.com> or visit <MDXway.com>.

Carlos Garcia is co-chairman of RoobackTolls.com. 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 at <www.Rollbacktolls.com>.

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Coral Gables High School Class of ’53 celebrates 60th anniversary

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The Coral Gables High School Class of ’53 will have a 60year reunion during the upcoming Labor Day weekend, Aug. 30-Sept. 2. Retired Gulliver Academy principal Barbara Parry-Gill, past Coral Gables Chamber president Ron Robison and Carolyn Greave are co-chairs of the event. For more information, call 305-238-6717.

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Advice for getting through a divorce

BY DEBBIE MARTINEZ

I’ve tried everything to make my marriage work to no avail. His behavior towards me is intolerable and he refuses to go for counseling. Don’t get me wrong, I realize he is not the one for me, but I have my family to think about. By the same token, this is not the life I envisioned for myself. I can’t forgive him for all that he has done to this family and I want out. I guess I’m not really asking a question so much as I just want reassurance.

We as moms put our children first and worry about how divorce will affect them, but let me ask you this, how will seeing their mom being verbally abused affect them? How will watching their mom stay in an unhealthy relationship help form their future relationships? Will you being unhappy not trickle down to your interaction with them?

When making choices, ask yourself, “Does this action go toward or away from what I want in my life?” Remember, your life also encompasses your children, so if what you want is a loving relationship and a happy home where your children learn respect through observing what goes on, take action towards that. We tend to rationalize our behavior but sometimes we only look at one side of the coin. Make choices that will keep moving forward and make that choice out of power not fear or doubt.

I’m going to touch briefly on reality, denial, resistance and acceptance. Reality is reality; it is what it is. Is it always fun to

DIVORCE COACH see things for what they really are? No, but in the long run it will save you a lot of heartache. Reality sucks, ladies, but when denial catches up with you, it’s devastating.

You will not be able to change his behavior no matter how long you “hang in there.”

Stop resisting where you are in your life’s journey; embrace it and go with the flow to a better place. The more you resist, the harder it is to move on.

A very important component for moving on is forgiveness. You are not condoning his behavior or letting him off the hook, but it is only with forgiveness that you will be completely free. Make the choice everyday to make this day better than yesterday.

Note to Self: I see only the good before me; I am letting go of resistance; I am worthy of someone who respects me; I am a beautiful person inside and out.

Debbie’s Library – Spiritual Divorce by Debbie Ford Debbie Martinez is a Certified Life Coach specializing in divorce, relationships and women’s issues. She has offices in South Miami. For more information, go to <www.thepowerofdivorcecoach.com> or call 305-984-5121.

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Landmark Fox’s Sherron Inn is a bridge between old and new

BY JESSE SCHECKNER

The home of the oldest liquor license in South Miami, Fox’s Sherron Inn has lost none of its luster because of the mostly subtle renovations that were necessary when the business changed ownership in late 2009. The landmark bar and restaurant is a haunt frequented by local regulars and transient visitors alike, and it is not uncommon to spot a celebrity enjoying one of the renowned Fox martinis at the signature Sshaped bar.

“I have people from all over the place – from Pinecrest, Palmetto Bay, Kendall, Coral Gables and South Miami – and they all say the same thing: ‘I live over here, but I drink over at Fox’s,’” says general manager Ricardo Gutierrez.

Opened in 1946 by Hank and Betty Fox, the establishment was purchased in 1967 by an Eastern Airlines pilot named George Andrews. He ran the business with his family until a few years ago when he sold it to current owner René Dahdah. According to Gutierrez, Dahdah’s brother-in-law, longtime patrons were put off initially by the remodeling.

“There have been some changes, but nothing that significant,” he says. “The one com-

plaint — which I’ll admit is unfortunate — is that the jukebox is not up and running; everybody talks about it.

“But, the fact of the matter is that years ago we were nominated by the New Times for having the best liquor store, bar food and martinis, and this year we once again received nominations, including one for best bar.”

Gutierrez says that many of the renovations to the bar and restaurant were practical in nature. Exterior reconstruction involved bricking the surrounding area to allow wheelchair access and outdoor dining. Inside, the bar space was enlarged to house a draft beer tap, the flooring was tastefully retiled to match the reupholstered booths and a new sound system was installed. The two rear dining rooms were thoroughly cleaned and restored.

A throwback to older times in ambiance, Fox’s is very modern when it comes to quality of food, drink and service. Local favorites such as their fresh pan fried filets of snapper, grouper and dolphin are available daily, as are other popular dishes like the zucchini fries and signature French onion soup, a longtime staple of the restaurant heralded as being among the best in the region.

Fox’s has weekly specials that include a 4-7 p.m. weekday happy hour, “Trap

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Tuesday” and Saturday late night happy hours from 11 to closing; lobster tail Wednesdays; and Tuesday and Thursday prime rib, which has a price tag of $18.95

and includes a soup, salad and one side dish. The 14 oz. hand-cut portion is available after 4 p.m., though Gutierrez says it might pay to play it safe and call ahead to ensure availability.

“We strongly suggest you call for reservations earlier in the morning or even a couple of days in advance because we roast according to the number of reservations we have,” he says.

The Fox’s liquor license is unique in that it allows alcohol sales not only at the bar and in the restaurant, but also through a walk-up liquor window, which is open from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. every day and has monthly bottle specials.

Family owned and operated since its inception, Fox’s Sherron Inn remains that way under its current ownership, and Gutierrez is quick to recognize the place’s significance amid the ever-changing South Miami landscape.

“The intention is to keep Fox’s a landmark of South Miami for the years ahead,” he says.

Fox’s Sherron Inn, at 6030 S. Dixie Hwy., is open Monday through Friday 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. and after 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. For more information, call 305-666-2230.

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Does curb appeal matter?

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Joshua Roman, cello Cory Smythe, piano Performing Stravinsky, Prokofiev, Schumann and Beethoven Nationally renowned Joshua Roman has won critical and audience acclaim for his solo performance with Miami’s New World Symphony. Cory Smythe is a keyboard wizard…dazzling.

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There are a lot of things that can affect whether a home sells quickly after being listed. Things like the condition of the property, the location and the price are all crucial factors, but there is one thing that every seller can do to increase their chances of selling their home as quickly as possible and for the best price.

Although the idea of curb appeal may not be anything new, it is important not to underestimate just how vital this particular component in home sales actually is. To put it simply, how appealing a home looks when a potential buyer first visits will play a very large role in whether or not individuals decide to make an offer. This is the chance for the home to make a good first impression and for buyers to fall in love at first sight.

In fact, how buyers feel when they first visit a home that is for sale can make all the difference in the world. Fortunately, many sellers can do a few simple things to make their property look as attractive as possible without having to spend a fortune in the process. The first thing that any buyer should do to enhance the overall

appeal of their property is to remove any clutter from the front yard.

Sellers should try to look at their home the way that a potential buyer would and decide whether it has an appealing symmetry that is pleasant to look at.

Depending on the condition of the home, a buyer may want to consider making a few simple upgrades like fresh paint or some yard work in order to give the home a more upscale and fresher look that can help differentiate it from some of the other properties that may be on the market.

Adding a few planters or flowers to the yard can have a transformative affect that gives a natural beauty to the home for just a few dollars and very little work. Thanks to the beautiful Miami weather, many property owners are interested in a home that has plenty of outdoor living space that they and their family can utilize on a regular basis. With this in mind, it is well worth investing a little time, and possibly a few dollars, in sprucing up the exterior of the home to make it as appealing as possible to everyone, from first-time homebuyers to individuals who are looking to upgrade to the perfect house.

For information, contact the Levy Group at Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate at 786-581-1134, via email to Adam@MiamiHomesAndLand.com or visit online at <www.MiamiHomesAndLand.com>.

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“At Temple Judea, we found outstanding clergy and teachers.

As mentors, they have led our children on the right path.”

“Today, it does take a village to raise a child. It is important that our children have good role models outside the family and for all of us to be connected and work together to meet our children’s needs.”

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dening interests. Kessler belongs to the Rare Food Council and Florida Tropical Periodontist Dr. Tree Society.

Lawrence Kessler did not “I love this weather and I love being outalways know that he want- side. I do a lot of gardening by growing ed to be a dentist. During fruit trees and flowering trees,” Kessler high school, in fact, he said. “I do grafting of gums just as I do wanted to be a chemist. grafting of trees. So I call myself the gumOnce he began his under- gardener.” graduate education at Indiana University, His move to South Florida also allowed Kessler was certain he wanted to enter the Kessler to become increasingly involved in health profession. one of his largest hobbies, the arts.

“I decided upon dentistry because it was “I’ve been on the board of directors and a way to help people and have a more nor- treasurer of Actor’s Playhouse since its mal life,” Kessler said. “I love what I do, inception for 25 years,” Kessler said. “I do I’ve never looked back.” everything I can to promote the arts.”

In addition to serving as a dentist in Passion for the arts runs in the Kessler Germany during the Vietnam War, Kessler family. Kessler’s daughter, Nikki, became was a teacher. interested in the theatre “I taught periodontics for when she attended 35 years at the Dade Southwood Middle County Dental Research School. There, too, Kessler Clinic and at Mt. Sinai to became involved. residents in dentistry,” “I got very involved in Kessler said. “I loved Southwood as president of teaching.” the parents’ theatre group.

When dental implants We were constantly probecame popular in the moting the importance of United States, Kessler keeping the arts program decided that he wanted to alive, hoping to avoid get involved. Kessler says budget cuts at all costs.” the procedure is painless, Regarding the environwhich allows patients to ment of his dental practice, feel comfortable and which is at 7400 N.Kendall Dr. Lawrence Kessler relieved.

Drive, Kessler emphasizes ––––––––––––––––––– “Most of the time that his patients are the pri[impants] are not stressful at all to do. It’s ority. so painless that patients don’t believe it “I’m very time conscious. If I’ve made until the procedure is done,” Kessler said. an appointment, I’ve made a commitment “It’s very enjoyable because the patients with the patient. Also, after a surgery, I call are so appreciative and grateful.” patients at home to make sure they’re Kessler says he initially chose to prac- doing fine,” Kessler said. “The patient tice in Miami because of the warm weath- comes first. That is the philosophy, er, which also allows him pursue his gar- always.”

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MCH offers new low dose radiation 3D imaging system

BY JENNIFER CAMINAS

Miami Children’s Hospital (MCH) now is offering the EOS Imaging System, the first technology capable of providing full-body images of patients in a natural standing position, in 3D and with a low radiation dose. MCH is the first facility in Miami-Dade and second in the state to acquire the EOS Imaging System.

Patients with scoliosis typically undergo imaging every three to six months over a period of several years, which can amount to more than 20 total scans over the course of treatment. This technology makes possible high-quality images with a radiation dose up to nine times less than a computed radiography X-ray and up to 20 times less than a CT scan. The device also reduces the amount of time it takes to conduct a radiological scan.

“The EOS Imaging System advances MCH’s commitment to provide the best possible care for the patients we serve through safe and prompt diagnosis and treatment,” said Dr. Harry Shufflebarger, director of the Division of Pediatric Spinal Surgery at Miami Children’s Hospital. “As the region’s largest and most comprehensive orthopedic practice, it is our duty to offer the best and safest technology available,” he said.

The device is also the only 3D system capable of scanning patients in a weight-bearing standing or sitting position to capture natural posture and joint orientation.

Research has demonstrated an intricate relationship between regions of the musculoskeletal system, particular-

ly between the spine and lower body, and 3D bony images of the skeleton enable physicians to make more informed diagnosis and treatment decisions.

Prior to EOS, clinicians often had to “stitch” together multiple smaller 2D images to approximate a full picture of the target anatomy. This process was particularly problematic for complex orthopedic conditions, like spinal disorders.

The EOS Imaging system was developed from Nobel Prize-winning technology and has been shown to be appropriate for a range of musculoskeletal conditions including those involving the hips, knees and spine.

The Radiology Department at MCH is a regional leader for pediatric radiology, serving children throughout Florida as well as the Caribbean, Central America and South America. More than 120,000 radiological images were performed at MCH and its outpatient centers in 2012. The Division of Pediatric Spinal Surgery at MCH is one of a few in the country that specializes in pediatric spinal surgery.

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New school year means it’s time to get fit again

BY UNNI GREENE With summer coming to an end, and the start of a new school year just around the corner, a sense of “new beginnings” is in the air. Malls are packed with back to school shoppers looking for the latest trends and the obligatory school supplies. For the students, each The Diet Divi and fitness guru, Unni Greene is ready to help you on your path of living year, back to school a healthy lifestyle. offers a chance to start fresh and recommit themselves to achieving ness. The American Heart Association recomtheir goals. Many adults also start new routines mends 30 minutes of exercise per day for and renew their resolutions with the start of a adults and 60 minutes for children. While this new school year. At SoMi Fitness, “back to may seem like a lot, it is doable and will beneschool” means back to the gym for most of our fit you in so many ways. Clearly, all research clients and we become very busy with person- points to the multitude of benefits on your al training and our classes fill to the brim. After health and mental wellbeing from consistent a long and unstructured summer most of us physical activity. Here are some tips to help want to start fresh routines and get back into you make this year’s back to school season shape before the Holidays come around again. your most successful ever.

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Set realistic goals: Setting small, incremental goals is a lot better than setting big lofty goals. I call the best goals “performance goals” because they focus on a specific activity, rather than an “outcome goal” that focuses on an end goal. Studies show that performance goals are easier to keep than outcome goals.

An example of a performance goal would be “I am going to work out 3 hours per week”. An outcome goal would be “I will lose 10 pounds

by Thanksgiving.” Remember that meeting your performance goals and regularly updating then will ultimately lead you to achieve your outcome goals.

Hire a trainer: If you are new to working out or you are just getting back into the swing of things, hiring a great personal trainer might just be the right thing to do. A trainer can quickly assess your strength and weaknesses, design the appropriate program to fit your needs and goals and make sure that you keep your appointments. It may seem as an unnecessary expense, but consider the money an investment in your health and longevity. Even highly seasoned athletes use trainers as there is

no substitute for the personal attention and encouragement that is provided.

Join a class: If you are motivated by training with other people, sign up for a class at a local gym. The friendly competition amongst class members is just what some of us need to keep us motivated and stimulated. Make sure that the class you sign up for is conveniently located as this will ensure you will actually go.

Also, as the days get shorter in the fall, with darkness falling around 6PM, working out indoors in a class setting may be a great choice.

Plan your nutrition: No workout program will succeed in getting you the body you want unless you follow a properly designed nutrition program. 80% of how we look is determined by our diet! If you are unsure about how to get the proper macronutrients to support your exercise and recovery needs and stimulate muscle preservation and fat loss, make sure to consult with a qualified nutrition professional.

Make a commitment to start this year’s “back to school” season to achieve your best body and health ever! In just a few months, your new habit will become your old habit and you will look and feel better than ever.

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Style, Sophistication, and Spectacular Views: Why “The Alhambra” Should Be Your Next Corporate Headquarters

Two Alhambra, Coral Gables Leasing opportunities at The Alhambra range from 1,000 SF to 50,000 SF. For more information or a property tour, contact CBRE’s Maggie Kurtz at 305-381-6482 (Maggie.Kurtz@cbre.com) or Diana Parker at 305-428-6335 (Diana.Parker@cbre.com).

Business in Miami is on the upswing, and judging by the latest economic indicators, things are only getting better. As a result, roughly a dozen new-to-market companies committed to relocating to Miami this year, many of them to Coral Gables.

With office lease rates trending upward, now is the time for business owners to take a look at office space needs and lock in a long-term lease.

“The Alhambra,” a 14-story landmark, Mediterranean-style office property located at the eastern gateway to Coral Gables at Two Alhambra Plaza, is one of the best options for businesses seeking Class A office space. It also happens to be one of the few buildings in Coral Gables offering large, contiguous blocks of space.

If you are in the market for office space, here are five reasons to consider The Alhambra: 1)) Institutionall Ownership – In addition to building and area amenities, important today in a prospective tenant’s selection of location is the caliber of ownership. USAA Real Estate Company (USAA RealCo), a subsidiary of financial services company

USAA, owns Two Alhambra and Columbus Center, across the street, and is one of the largest office building owners in Coral Gables. USAA RealCo has made substantial investments in both properties, including extensive lobby and common area renovations. Both properties have also achieved LEED® Gold certification.

2)) Yourr Brand,, Writt Large – The Alhambra offers exterior building signage opportunities, a rare commodity in Coral Gables, as well as monument signage, both of which are tangible value-add features.

Tenants leasing a minimum of 35,000 square feet would qualify for signage opportunities.

3)) Four-Starr Hotell On-Sitee – The Hyatt Regency Coral Gables, a four-star, 250room hotel, is directly adjacent to The Alhambra. The hotel provides the perfect venue for gathering formally or informally with clients, or hosting company-wide events. Tenants can take advantage of the hotel’s facilities, such as the ballroom, board rooms and smaller meeting rooms.

The Hyatt offers special consideration to their Alhambra neighbors, such as reduced rates and upgrades. In addition, a beauti-

fully landscaped terrace on the fifth floor connects The Alhambra tenants to the hotel and allows them a place to relax and/or use the area for a special business event.

4)) Walkabilityy – Located at the highly visible intersection of Douglas Road and Alhambra Plaza, The Alhambra is just three blocks north of Coral Gables’ famed “Miracle Mile” and within walking distance of approximately 50 dining establishments, ranging from fast food eateries to four-star restaurants. The Alhambra’s tenants enjoy the proximity of an abundance of retail, professional services and entertainment venues all within a short walk from the office.

5)) Exceptionall Views – One of the top criteria that office tenants seek in Miami are views, and Two Alhambra is one of the few office buildings in Coral Gables that can boast unobstructed views of Miami’s downtown skyline and also water views from its 34,000-square-foot penthouse, an exquisite, light-filled two-story space with 16.5-foot floor-to-ceiling heights, not to mention plenty of floor-to-ceiling windows.

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My recipes for stone crab ravioli and baked salmon Chef Jan OWNER, TWO CHEFS RESTAURANT

COOKING WITH JAN There is a wide variety of crabmeat on the market today, but living in South Florida, my favorite is stone crab. The pure, white, succulent meat is pulled from one of the crab’s claws. Once the fisherman detaches the claw, the crab is thrown back in the water to grow a replacement.

Biting into these pillows of luscious crabmeat is one of the most gratifying experiences in dining. Crab, like lobster and shrimp, is a shellfish that just about everybody loves. And ravioli is one of the best ways to showcase any high-quality stuffing.

I particularly enjoy working with the Asian wonton wrappers because they’re light and easy to cook. They’re found in Asian markets and, now, in many supermarkets.

STONE CRAB RAVIOLI with brown butter and leeks For the filling: 6 medium stone crab claws (have your fish monger crack them for you) or 1 cup of canned crabmeat, picked over 1 tbsp grainy mustard 1/2 cup ricotta cheese lemon rind from 1/2 lemon splash of white truffle oil 2 tbsp fresh flat leaf parsley, chopped 2 egg yolks salt and pepper to taste Add crabmeat to large mixing bowl; gently mix in the mustard, ricotta cheese, lemon rind, truffle oil, parsley, egg yolks; salt and pepper to taste; set aside.

For the ravioli: 1 package of round wonton wrappers

(50 pieces) 1 egg, beaten 1 cup yellow cornmeal Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to boil. Separate wonton wrappers, lining them up in two rows of 25. Brush egg gently onto exposed side of one row from the center out. Place one dollop of the crab filling in the middle of the egg-washed wrapper. Be generous, but leave 1/3 inch border around the filling. Lay other wrapper on top of the filling. Crimp sides of the ravioli, using your thumb and index finger, working your way around the entire ravioli, so the two sides are thoroughly sealed.

As each ravioli is finished, dust with corn meal and then place on an ungreased cookie sheet. Set aside.

For the sauce: 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter 2 leeks washed, dried and sliced into 1/8 inch rings 2 cups veal stock 1 tbsp fresh sage finely chopped salt and pepper to taste Divide butter between two large skillets.

Cook over low heat until golden brown.

Add leeks and sauté for 2-3 minutes until the leeks soften. When the water is boiling, gently drop the ravioli into the pot; cook for a minute after water has returned to a boil. Ravioli is done when they start to rise to the surface. Using a slotted spoon, transfer ravioli to the 2 pans with the butter and leeks. Divide the veal stock between the 2 pans and add the sage. Move the ravioli gently around, being careful not to break them. Let the sauce reach a simmer.

Remove from heat and arrange ravioli in 6 deep serving bowls, spooning the leek sauce over each. Serve immediately.

Trick of the trade: The most important factor in making

ravioli is that they cannot become moist on the outside as they will be more likely to break when cooked. To avoid this, make sure your hands stay dry and clean when crimping them. The ravioli can be made the day before and refrigerated. Apply plenty of cornmeal to absorb the moisture created by refrigeration.

Ask your wine merchant for a good bottle of Viognier to complement your ravioli.

BAKED SALMON ESCALOPE in horseradish custard I credit this dish to a fellow Dane and cook I worked with years ago.

While easy to make, it has a very elegant look to it and will impress your guests.

8 generous slices of salmon cut 1/4 inch thick lengthwise 4 egg yolks 1 cup sour cream 1 cup heavy cream juice of 1 lemon 1/4 cup fresh horseradish root, finely grated pinch of nutmeg salt and pepper to taste Preheat broiler on high. Arrange two slices of salmon on each of four ovenproof plates. Using an electric mixer, beat egg yolks, sour cream, heavy cream, lemon juice, horseradish, nutmeg, salt and pepper until creamy.

Divide mixture equally over salmon slices. Place plates about an inch from broiler and glaze salmon until custard has turned golden brown. Serve immediately. Plates will be very hot, so place them on top of chargers.

Trick of the trade: Broil only until the custard has turned golden brown. The salmon will lightly cook as a result of being enclosed by the custard.

With that, serve a chilled glass of Chablis.

SUMMER HITS I will finish this column with a couple of summer hits at TWO CHEFS. Juan Seda’s Lychee Martini Bartender Juan Seda has stirred, shaken and poured an amazing number of drinks in the 20 years that TWO CHEFS has been serving the community. One of the favorites has always been this treat when lychees are in season.

Pulp from 4 lychees 1.5 oz American Harvest vodka 1/4 lemon 1 tsp honey Add all the ingredients in a shaker filled with ice cubes, shake vigorously for about 15 secs; strain into chilled martini glass and serve immediately Grey Goose Presse Another great afternoon idea (not on a school night): 1 1/2 part Grey Goose Vodka 3/4 part fresh - pressed lime juice 1/1/2 tsp sugar 1 part club soda lime wedge and sprig of fresh mint With a citrus press or a squeeze of the hand, press fruit to release juice into a tumbler glass filled with ice. Add Grey Goose Vodka and sugar, stir and top with club soda. Present with lime wedge and fresh mint.

Chef Jan Jorgensen is the owner of Two Chefs Restaurant. For more information and reservations, call 305-663-2100 or go to <www.twochefsrestauurant.com>.

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High Holy Day American Jazz Service at Bet Shira Congregation On Rosh Hashanah Eve, Wednesday night September 4th, Bet Shira Congregation is presenting “An American Jewish New Year” at 7:30 P.M. in the Bet Shira Congregation located in S.W. Miami-Dade County at 7500 S.W. 120th Street, Pinecrest. This is a Rosh Hashanah Community Celebration and is open to the entire community free of charge for a unique musical celebration featuring Klezmer music and Jewish wisdom.

Bet Shira members will have preferred seating in the sanctuary with their High Holy Day tickets. Celebrate the New Year with the nationally recognized Klezmer Company Orchestra performing a rousing mix of High Holy Day melodies along with the Bet Shira new clergy team of Rabbi Mark H. Kula and Cantor Shiree Kidron presenting soulful insights, warmth, passion and blessings for the New Year. This American Jazz Service will cover the full range of holy day songs and prayers with awesome accompaniment.

Bet Shira Congregation is a 400+ member vibrant intergenerational community of friends and families of all ages serving the southwestern Miami-Dade County Conservative Jewish community and welcomes those who want to join them in prayer and song and become part of the welcoming of the Jewish New Year to celebrate together, moving forward with tradition!

“Choral repertoire for the High Holy Day liturgy is rich with color, passion, and soulsearching,” says Rabbi Mark H. Kula of Bet Shira. “These are musical reflections of the spirit of renewal and forgiveness inherent in the Jewish New Year and Day of Atonement.

The Klezmer Company Orchestra (KCO) has received critical acclaim for its fusion of ethnic jazz orchestrations and exotic melodies that defy classification. In 2009 KCO was awarded “Best Klezmer Album” for their CD “Beyond the Tribes” and “Best Klezmer Song” for “2nd Avenue Hoedown” from Just Plain Folks, the world’s largest grassroots music organization.

High Holy Day tickets are also available from Bet Shira Congregation. Some services are open free to the public. For information on this or other High Holiday events and seating, call (305) 238-2601 or visit www.betshira.org. Please note Services are also livestreamed for the entire community at the Bet Shira website.

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Jesus fixed my lawnmower!

BY ED THOMPSON

President, LOGOI Ministries Jesus fixed my lawnmower. I realize that sounds sacrilegious, but it’s true. He did fix my lawnmower. In fact, I see and talk to Jesus just about every day and, believe me, it’s quite comforting. He’s always warm and friendly, eager to listen and help, and is very good at fixing things.

He lives in the house next door.

A YouTube video suggested my lawnmower problem may be the carburetor, so while I was standing over my lawnmower wondering what a carburetor actually looked like, Jesus walked over to offer help. He quickly located the carburetor, took it apart, cleaned the pieces, put it back together and started the lawnmower. My job was simply to stand there and offer words of wonder, appreciation and amazement. It’s great living next door to Jesus.

Just like within the Hispanic community today, Jesus was a relatively common name back in the first century. Historians and Bible scholars explain that Jesus is the transliteration of the name Yeshua (or Jeshua) from Greek. From Yeshua we get Joshua or Jesus. Yeshua means “savior” or, more specifically, the “salvation of the Lord.” Pretty cool!

Much has been written about how our name influences our character.

Psychologist Richard Wiseman says, “We have strong perceptions about first names and associate them with success, luck and attractiveness.” Perhaps that’s why Amazon.com lists 32,727 different books about baby names. One is titled The Baby Name Bible: The Ultimate Guide by America’s Baby-Naming Experts. There

THAT’S LIFE are baby naming experts?

I decided I needed a detailed analysis of my name, Edward. The Kabalarian Society offers a very interesting and instant analysis which you can find at <www.kabalarians.com> . While much seemed like those generic horoscope comments that can be applied to just about anyone anytime, there was much that rang true.

So I typed in my wife’s name and then the names of my kids and found similar results. They really blew it, however, on my dog’s name, Buster. The only thing they got right is how he tends to treat “new and unfamiliar ideas with skepticism.”

Then, I typed in the name, Jesus. While there were some things that could perhaps describe my neighbor, there was nothing there that described Jesus of Nazareth. Of course! How does one go about describing one whom the Bible calls, “Wonderful counselor, mighty God, everlasting Father, Prince of Peace” (Isaiah 9:6)?

But, back to the story about my lawnmower.

My wife was out running errands and knew I was home trying to fix that lousy machine. She called just after the repair work was done. I must say I rather enjoyed telling her, “Jesus fixed my lawnmower!”

There was a short pause and then she said simply, “Amen!”

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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Infiniti QX56 SUV offers size, power and luxury Ron Beasley AUTOMOTIVE EDITOR

LET’S TALK CARS The Infiniti QX56 is a big, luxury SUV with a combination of design and performance features. It’s in the third year of the current generation design and offers a nice package of size, power and luxury.

The spacious QX is available in 2WD and 4WD models, seats up to eight adults with their belongings and has a drivetrain rugged enough to tow a boat or trailer up to 8,500 pounds. At the same time, it is equally at home transporting friends and family for a night on the town.

For 2013, the advanced Moving Object Detection (MOD) system has been added to the standard Around View Monitor. Also new are standard auto-dimming exterior mirrors and a new Smoky Quartz exterior color. An upgraded remote control and interface has been added to the Theater Package.

Infiniti QX continues with a stiff frame structure that enhances ride comfort and

reduces noise, vibration and harshness. The 5.6-liter V-8 engine combines the responsive acceleration of Infiniti’s VVEL (Variable Valve Event & Lift) technology with the efficiency of Direct Injection Gasoline (DIG) to produce 400 hp and 413 pounds-feet of torque, while delivering fuel economy of 14 mpg in the city and 20 mpg on the highway.

All 2013 QX models come equipped with a standard seven-speed automatic transmission with Adaptive Shift Control (ASC) and manual shift mode with Downshift Rev Matching (DRM).

The QX is offered in rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive, with the 4WD model featuring Infiniti’s All-Mode 4WD system with Auto, 4H and 4L modes. The system is designed to distribute torque to all four wheels when road conditions require it (up to 50 percent can go to the front wheels on demand), helping to enhance traction.

All QX models also include Hill Start Assist to keep the vehicle stationary for a few seconds — with no roll back — if a driver stops on a slope and steps off the brake pedal, allowing drivers to more easily switch from the brake pedal to the accelerator on steep inclines.

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The Infiniti QX design conveys power and strength. The bold chrome grille is flanked by automatic on/off bi-functional xenon headlights with windshield wiper

interlock and integrated front fog lights. An Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS) with auto-leveling headlights and headlight washers is optional.

The MSRP on the 2013 Infiniti QX56 ranges from $60,750 to $64,450.

Ron Beasley is the automotive editor for Miami Community Newspapers. He may be contacted by calling 305-662-2277, ext.

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