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Murray Pool plan drowning Around Town in bureaucratic flotsam Will ya, Horace? BY RAQUEL GARCIA
...or won’t cha?
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have been after this project since 1968 and we have come so close on at least three occasions and this time I thought for sure it was going to happen. But now, I don’t see it happening in my lifetime.” Such was the hopeless commentary offered by Parks and Recreation Chairman of the Board Richard Ward who has been lobbying for a community pool in South Miami for 43 years. The County Community Development Block Grant (CDBC) of nearly $200,000 that kept the pool proposal above water is set to expire at year’s end. The city commission requested an extension from the county and the response apparently has led them to believe it will not be renewed. Mayor Phillip Stoddard offered his surmise of the situation: “The county has refused to extend the CDBG money past December and it takes roughly two years from start to finish to build a pool. When I was elected, the plan in front of me presented by the design firm could not work economically because the city had asked for a pool to be built within certain environmental
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One of the many renderings received over the years as possible designs for the Murray Pool project; this one is from Recreational Design Construction and Zyscovich Architects 2009. (Images courtesy of Zyscovich Architects and the City of South Miami)
2011 Spiny Lobster Tournament
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Is former Mayor Horace Feliu running again? As the political season begins to take shape, lots of folks are wondering who is going to run for office, come February, so let’s see what’s up. Current Mayor Phillip Stoddard’s present term expires as well as those of Commissioners Brian Beasley and Velma Palmer... so we know, for sure, those three spots are up for grabs. A persistent rumor: Vice Mayor Valerie Newman may run for mayor, even though her term has two more years to go. So, back to the first question: Is former Mayor Feliu going to run? For starters, I know he’s running even tho’ he won’t tell me because he is frequently seen doing all the things that folks who are running often do: he makes the rounds at all the right places; he’s often invited to speak about the subject he loves so much; he just FELIU recently became president of South Miami Rotary (which meets at Carrabbas on SW 73 St.); he’s often seen making the rounds with former and upcoming
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Any brave diver could have won at 2011 Spiny Lobster Tournament BY RAQUEL GARCIA
Aphorisms like “fortune favors the brave” and “he who ventures not is lost” could not have been truer at the conclusion of this year’s Sunset Tavern Spiny Lobster Tournament where the grand prize of $500. went to a 2.10 pound catch. Event Organizer and Sunset Tavern and Deli Lane CoOwner “Spiny Mike” Maler said “Conditions were very rough those two days of mini-lobster season with winds at 15 knots. This caused about five to six foot seas and visibility of about two feet. We got our limits in no time but the lobsters were just legal or too small and we didn’t get a chance to go into deeper waters due to the weather.” Maler continued, “It just goes to show you that anyone could have won this year and I’ll tell you I know of a few people who were a bit intimidated about last year’s prize winning lobster of 8.6 pounds. You never know what the outcome of any endeavor will be if you don’t at least try.” The tournament entries were compatible with last year’s numbers and the increased goal of $1000. to each benefiting charity; the Stiltsville Optimists Club and DiveWise Free Diving Education Initiative were realized so everyone was happy despite Mother Nature’s lack of cooperation. Maler speculates that the reason catches were so large last year is because there was a major freeze and when that happens spiny lobsters migrate (in single file!) south for a respite from the chill. At the tournament’s preceding Captain’s Meeting at Sunset Tavern, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission representative Jorge Pino reminded participants to respect Divers Down flags and always go idle within 300 feet of any
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flags, do physical inspections of equipment prior to heading out in a vessel, and maintain catch limits. “The big talk of this year was how conditions can change at any moment and a few boats did flip over off Bear Cut. You have to dive within your limits. On a calm day a 17 foot boat is ok but not so otherwise, you are putting yourself and others at risk. We are fortunate we had Mr. Pino here to remind our divers how to be safe and stay within the legal limits,” said event host Spiny Mike Maler. The “2011 Spiny Lobster King” was none other than Spiny Mike’s brother Bob Maler and no nothing smells fishy about that, they have been competing for big catches most of their lives and are seasoned anglers. Second prize went to Wayne Grammes and there was a third place tie between Daniel Grammes and Robert Richardson. Robert Richardson is also the son of DiveWise Executive Director Julie Richardson. Julie started the not for profit organization DiveWise; a freediving education and safety initiative, after both of her sons had a close call while freediving together. On the raffle off, the Seadoo Scooter or underwater propulsion system went to Dudley Smart and the trip to Stiltsville was won by David Adkins. In the works for next year’s event is a pre-tournament lobster fest, team entry possibilities as well as a division for junior anglers and women. Spiny Mike reminds those who regretted not throwing their net into the water to compete this year: “Never believe the lobsters are too big for your game. Any lobster can win, and anybody can win but you need to be brave enough to show up first.”
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Rotary treats kids; birthday and bikers, too Gloria Burns GLORIA’S GAB The International Fellowship of Hunting and Fishing Rotarians Inc. (IFHFR) offered youngsters an adventure they’ll not soon forget. On Saturday, July 30, this generous group of Rotarians, dedicated to introducing disadvantaged children to the environment and fishing, gathered a group of Haitian children from South Florida Urban Ministries, Non-violence USA and others who participated in the Special Olympics for ages 12 -17, and took them all on their very first fishing trip. What a time they had! During a half-day excursion on the Reward Won out of Miami Bayside Marina, the kids angled at deep sea fishing and tho’ some experienced sea sickness, all returned to port to be surprised with Fellowship shirts, a trophy for being a “winner” and, best of all, a new fishing rod and reel for each from the boat’s crew: a
memory of a lifetime! Each year, the Fellowship sponsors fishing trips, from the Miami-Dade and Broward County areas. In addition, its members treat a group of disadvantaged children to the benefits of the outdoors during a week of summer camp in Florida. To learn more about International Fellowship of Hunting and Fishing Rotarians, check out their web site at www.ifhfr.org. A birthday with good friends was order of the day recently at Veronica’s Dollhouse in South Miami as three friends with the same birthdays shared another in a series of B-days together. The threesome included former Coral Gables Mayor D o rothy T h o m s o n , Va l e r i e R e n i c k a n d L e o n a C o o p e r, joined by friends and family for a Victorian-styled birthday tea party at this delightful spot (7221 SW 57th Court). The birthday girls are always looking for something new and different each year and 2011 was no exception as the trio traveled back in time for a 1890’s tea party, wearing floral hats and gloves that made them feel like little girls again, playing dress-up. No talk of politics…just good fun with the traditional tea time finger sandwiches and sweets. Happy Birthday, girls!
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With a goal to raise $60,000 for cancer research at the Pan Mass Challenge, Miamian R i c h a r d B e r k o w i t z , A l a n S t a r r of Newton, MA and yet another buddy,, J u d y A d l e r of Miami Beach, celebrated 60th birthdays by cycling 600 miles from Montreal to Provincetown. Other friends from both Florida and the East Coast also turning 60 this year joined this adventure and named it the “Tour de 60”. Starr, Berkowitz, and Pan Mass Challenge Founder B i l l y S t a r r (also in his 60th year) were childhood friends, growing up together in Newton. Berkowitz, a founding partner of the Berkowitz, Dick, Pollack and Brant CPA firm with offices in Miami, Ft. Lauderdale and Boca Raton has been biking 190 miles from Sturbridge to Provincetown in the Pan-Massachusetts Challenge each
summer for the past 22 years. Joining Berkowitz, Starr and Adler on the Tour de 60: G r a y D u n k i n , D o u g Ly o n s , J o h n S h a p i ro , C h a r l e s M a r tley, C h r i s C o f fey, H a rold Kessler a n d L e e Kessler, of Miami.. The group began their journey August 1, pedaling 100 miles a day, staying in hotels, and stopping for swims and strolls in the gorgeous countryside between Montreal and Sturbridge where they were then joined by 5,000 other cyclists at a starting line for the 190-mile Pan Mass Challenge. It was quite an adventure for all and for a great cause – so kudos to all of our South Florida riders. Until next time, keep making each day count. If you would like to submit information for this column, please send your news via e-mail to gloriagalburns@aol.com.
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SIGHTINGS
Strolling South Miami recently: Congresswoman Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (center) with her youngest daughter Patty and husband; former Congressman Dexter Ros-Lehtinen.
Irish Times General Manager Billy Goodman busy at work on a Friday night.
Proof the beautiful people hang out at Sunset Tavern and Deli Lane. Co-owner Mike Maler; center foreground, surrounded by Stiltsville Optimists Club members and friends at a recent happy hour reunion.
Jorge Reyes of Hollywood kickin’ back with a Romeo and Juliet in the Smoking Lounge at Vilar Cigars
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Put country ahead of party to solve job problems R. Kenneth Bluh • –––– VIEWPOINT –––– • KENNETH’S COMMENTARY The other day, during lunch with several guys from the office, my friend Carlos announced that he wasn’t going to buy that new fridge that he has been promising his wife for the past few months. “Only God knows what direction our economy is going,” he said. “I don’t trust those guys in Washington to figure out what is best for us. Right now I am more concerned about keeping my job than I am about a refrigerator with an ice dispenser in the door.” Fred chirped in, “It’s all party politics — party over the people. Politicians could care less about us except when they need money to run for reelection.” “And our vote,” Pablo declared. “Can you imagine, our country is being run by a Congress with a 20 percent approval rating and with a President that isn’t that far behind.”
It’s true. For too many years Washington has been on a spending spree. America’s American Express card had no limit — and Washington spent every last dollar plus a few trillion more. Congress, the President, Florida’s governor, almost all the governors, are saying, “private industry hire, hire, hire; we must put Americans to work. Meanwhile municipal, country and state governments have fired 340,000 workers in the past 12 months. Move them off the payroll. Put them on unemployment compensation; then reduce the time they are eligible to receive unemployment and then sit back and say, “Americans, get out and look for employment — stop living on unemployment comp.” Since 2008, all governments —municipal, county and state — in the U.S. have terminated 611,000 positions. What a horrible downward spiral. Fire employees. They then stop spending, less
spending, then less revenue for government. It is another reason to fire more employees. Ditto in private industry. Less consumer spending, less income, fire employees and put more people on the street looking for jobs that don’t exist. Only one thing will end the downward spiral in employment — consumer confidence. When do we see consumer confidence grow? When the man and woman on the street see Washington stopping the infernal party politics and work together to get America back on its feet. Unless Washington, and by that I mean “all” our elected officials, stop making their political party’s survival their No. 1 objective. When protecting their jobs isn’t their sole objective and when they unite and put party politics behind them, maybe they can find a way to cut expenses, remove the loopholes in the IRS code, create long range goals to
reduce our nation’s debt. Then Americans will hit the streets and start spending. What happens when we start shopping? Manufacturers, shippers, wholesalers, retailers will say, “Hey, we don’t have enough employees to meet the demand for goods and services. We have to hire more employees.” And so they will. That will be the beginning of the end of our economic downturn. But, it all depends on our elected officials in Washington. Start leading by example or get out of our nation’s capital. We appreciate your opinions on this column whether in agreement or disagreement. Send your comments to (fax number) 305-662-6980 or email to <letters@communitynewspapers.com>. The opinions expressed in this column are not necessarily those of this newspaper, its editors or publisher.
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AROUND TOWN, from page 1 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– politicos, and his picture regularly pops up in the South Miami News. The list goes on and on, pointing to Horace as well-positioned in all the right places to become mayor once again.Upon directly asking Horace if he’ll run, he tells me that he runs at least three times a week for about three or four miles in pretty good times (that is, for a guy his age). Then with a smile, he reminds me that I told him “Don’t tell me, because if you do, I’ll just tell everyone I know.” So, folks is he or isn’t he ‘running?’ Although he remains pretty secretive about it, my guess is he’ll continue ‘running’ through the neighborhood and just might run for mayor once again. Then again, maybe he won’t! H a d b re a k f a s t the other morning at Casa Lario’s and, boy-oh-boy — was that place ever rockin’ and rollin’! Even the back room was full with a group of about 20 guys enjoying themselves (including Tom Byrne and Dale Mosley). Speaking of enjoying themselves, we recently wrote a story about Commissioner Walter Harris and his position on marijuana and besides publishing the story in the South Miami News, we also ran it on our website at http://www.communitynewspapers.com . The comments received on-line are riproarin’ hilarious so if you have a few moments, Google ‘Commissioner Walter Harris’ or check these excerpts:
song goes). Makes me wonder about the closed door meetings. Mellow Out Dude: Now City Commission meetings are beginning to make sense. Let’s legalize pot and mellow the meetings. The meetings will have to end before the last restaurant closes. After all, they will have to satisfy those munchies. Think about zoning meetings. We can calm the angry neighbors down by passing the pipe. Don’t Bogart that, dude!
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Nadia: · Ok so “if you can’t beat ‘me, join ‘me” is the solution he’s came to? “Why not legalize heroine to make it easier on the cops so they don’t have to arrest so many heroin addicts.” I \just think their trying to find an easy way out of this then the hard way. Speaks volumes of our country. Pshh.”
Former addict: Where is that antidrug lady? PS. Maybe someone on that commission should go to the Addiction Program at the local hospital. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
My City Hall sources say the cops are again about to strike and pounce down on South Miami drug dealers. Apparently, our undercover cops have done their work, gotten the evidence and will soon execute warrants and arrest the pusherseller types. Good riddance, too, sez oneand-all!
H u r r a y f o r SW 62nd Avenue where, after 40 years of being ignored, is finally taking shape. The street itself has been completely redone with wider sidewalks, a median strip and nicely-planted trees. And by the way, couldn’t help but see Mayor Stoddard biking up and down the Avenue, observing the installation of the trees a few weeks back.
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Shareandsharealike: South Miami is known as the City of Pleasant Living, and now I know why. Don’t ‘bogart’ that joint, just pass it around because you can get anything you want at Alice’s Restaurant (or, at least, that’s the way the
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considerations. What we got was a racing and training pool whose operating costs could exceed over $200,000 annually from the general fund.” However, it appears the commission is throwing out the baby with the bath water. According to Rowena Crawford, who is assistant director of Housing and Community Development for Miami-Dade County which oversees the CDBGs, no decision on extending the grant or not has been made by the county. “A request was made for an extension and we advised the city that when they are close to the expiration date they can send a request,” she said. “We did not tell them we were not going to extend the contract. The county is committed to this project and we have no reason not to extend it.” It appears unusual that city officials would lead the public and even the chair of Parks and Recreation to believe that the Murray Pool proposal was dead in the water when the county representative seems to be saying something totally different. Crawford went on to say, “They are misinformed. They are asking for an extension we typically do for most contracts. The county has some concerns about delays with the project but we are working with the current administration to move the project forward.” Perhaps the dismal speculation is based on historical precedents. Both Ward and Stoddard said that many of the interested parties who stepped forward over the years to attempt to make the pool a reality were eventually exhausted by the infighting and lack of agreement on the most benign issues such as light bulbs and solar panels. Miren Oca is a swimming instructor who runs Ocaquatics Swim School in Kendall. She has been in the business for more than 17 years and works with area school programs such as Gulliver Academy’s Splash Camp for children. Oca offered to subsidize the costs of operating the pool and also give free swimming lessons to area children as operator of the proposed facility. In fact, according to Mayor Stoddard, Oca drove some of the changes that would have allowed the pool to break even cost-wise. According to Ward, “We had a volunteer who was willing to run the pool and pay for maintenance herself and offer free swimming lessons. But at ensuing commission meetings she was so overwhelmed by the ‘what if’ scenarios offered by the naysayers, she eventually said there was too much conflict and walked away.” Oca said, “As a former resident of South Miami, I remember how far back the proposed pool went and it was so exciting. It seemed like it was finally going to happen. There were many well- intentioned people, but there was so much energy and passion that it bogged down the process and it wasn’t moving in a
One of the many renderings received over the years as possible designs for the Murray Pool project; this one is from Recreational Design Construction and Zyscovich Architects 2009. (Images courtesy of Zyscovich Architects and the City of South Miami)
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direction whereby it would happen before the deadline. It is unfortunate because we were so close and it appears there were residents involved who don’t trust the people they put in office to make decisions. They may be well intentioned but it can bog down the process and then nothing gets done.” Sharon McCain is a South Miami resident and community activist always in attendance at city commission meetings. McCain is an outspoken opponent of the Murray Pool. She has been banned in the past from meetings for her distractive outbursts and gesticulations when presentations and conversations are in progress. During one week in March during discussions for Oca of Ocaquatics to manage the pool, she sent over ten pages of emails to the city. An email from her to Mayor Stoddard dated March 3, 2011, said: “This pool is no longer about teaching children in the CRA to swim, it is about satisfying Phil’s ego, helping Mrs. Oca triple her income and building her a facility, and creating a platform for Brian. Shame on you, shame on Mrs. Oca and shame on our ex-city attorney for presenting an awful contract, and continually allowing her to manipulate our city and have us think she is the only game in town.” In the email, McCain also denies being accused of heckling during meetings and she requested financial disclosures from Oca to “build more confidence.” In a preceding email, McCain did request that an advertised workshop regarding the pool and the potential new operator be scheduled. After reiterating her request to the mayor for the workshop, she stated: “You have refused to do so, and tonight is the night where this ‘operator’ gets a contract. Certainly not the transparency we were promised when each one of you were elected.” At one point in the early days of the pool campaign, the city had bond money in the amount of $795,000 and a potential location for a community center and pool, according to Ward. The Community Redevelopment
Agency more recently offered a $200,000 matching grant to the county money, which Ward believes is now not renewable because of the many delays. Said Ward, “From my point of view, the county was extending the time we could use the grant and the money was available, but with all of the uncertainty, inconsistency… although I
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believe everyone on the dais was eventually drawn to support it. However, I hate to say it, but due to a lack of leadership, we are in this unfortunate position. Someone should have been leading the charge to make the pool a reality.” Ward said of the detractors to the pool vision: “I guarantee you those naysayers are the same people sitting comfortably at home with their own pool in a cozy backyard. What do they care if folks who cannot afford their own backyard pool swelter in the August heat? A community pool where residents can joyfully get refreshed in the cool water among family and friends and where children can swim safely under adult supervision is what this community has needed for a long time.” Mayor Stoddard said, “I wanted the pool to happen and it breaks my heart we are in this situation. People with pools in their backyards pay an arm and a leg for upkeep and often rarely use it. We could have had one for peanuts that everyone could have enjoyed. I was a strong supporter to get this and still am. We hope to repair relationships with the YMCA and try to work together to make this happen yet.” As long as the pool is located in the Murray Park area where the most amount of residents can enjoy the luxury of a cool swim on a hot day, Parks and Recreations Chair Ward is willing to still offer the project a life raft and although skeptical, hopes to see it happen before it is too late for him to take a dip.
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Young volunteers prepare 130 backpacks for children in need BY ROBERT HAMILTON
You are never too young to learn about giving back. When adults emphasize and encourage this type of generosity, kids learn about the importance of service to others. Today, many children are glued to their computer or television without much emphasis on service to others. Exposing children, even as young as 2 or 3 years old, to the idea of helping someone less fortunate can help develop a generous spirit and lead to a lifetime of volunteerism. This summer, a group of young volunteers, ages 3-9, worked hard to collect and prepare almost 130 backpacks full of school supplies that they delivered to students in need at Laura C. Saunders Elementary in Homestead and Jack D. Gordon Elementary in Country Walk. Three years ago State Rep. Frank Artiles and his wife, Aimee, decided to start the Angel Share charity — an organization Aimee operates with her children and a group of volunteers dedicated to helping local families in need while teaching their own young children about the importance of giving back. The organization has raised more than
$12,000 and collected hundreds of items for local families in need. All of the Angel Share activities are fundraising opportunities that the young volunteers can help with so they stay involved and engaged. “I think that when a child sees his parents not just talk about giving back, but truly act on those beliefs, they are naturally drawn to develop the same type of strong beliefs about helping others in need,” said Angel Share volunteer and school principal Suzanne Cohen. “It was really important for us to get our young girls engaged in volunteerism at an early age,” Aimee Artiles said. “We try to let our girls lead the charge, with a little help of course. We are so blessed. The least we can do is try to give back a little.” And the children have become so enthusiastic about some of the Angel Share projects that they have in turn inspired others. This summer, the AT&T Pioneers, a volunteer network of AT&T employees, enthusiastically joined in the effort collecting boxes of supplies and hundreds of dollars from employees to help create more than 50 backpacks. “We are thankful for the opportunity to help create and distribute the book bags to local families in need,” said Miguel Tamayo
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of AT&T. “These young volunteers only further inspired us to get involved with the effort to help kids get a head start this school year.”
For questions about Angel Share or to find out how you can get your child or school involved, send email to <Aimee@angelshare.us>.
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Marlins Mermaids to celebrate 2011-12 calendar unveiling The beautiful Marlins Mermaids will showcase their eye-popping 2011-12 Mermaids Calendar on Sept. 1 at Grand Central Miami, 697 N. Miami Ave. They will be celebrating the release with a sexy and chic fashion show, as well as choreographed group performances. The first 10,000 fans attending the Marlins game versus the Philadelphia Phillies on Sept. 3 at Sun Life Stadium will receive a free Mermaids Calendar, courtesy of Maroone. For information, call 305-567-0821. PEACE CORPS’ 50TH ANNIVERSARY TO INSPIRE FUTURE GENERATIONS A celebration of the Peace Corps’ 50th Anniversary, “Honoring Our Past, Inspiring Future Generations,” will take place on Sept. 7 at the University of Miami’s BankUnited Center, 1245 Dauer Dr. on the UM campus. The event will be moderated by Helen Aguirre-Ferré of WPBT2. The event begins at 6 p.m. with esteemed panelists including Peace Corps director Aaron S. Williams, University of Miami president Donna E. Shalala, Knight Foundation president Alberto Ibargüen, and Educate Tomorrow founder Virginia Emmons McNaught. More than 20 employers including federal agencies like the FBI, State Department, IRS
and Everglades National Park, as well as state agencies like the Department of Corrections will be looking for employees as part of the “Making a Difference” Career Fair. Also participating will be non-profit organizations as Food for the Poor and Educate Tomorrow. For information, call 305-284-6486. T-SHIRT DESIGN CONTEST FOR TEENS AT MIAMI-DADE PUBLIC LIBRARIES The Miami-Dade Public Library System invites teens, 12 to 19 years of age, to participate in its annual T-Shirt Design Contest as they promote the theme “Outloud!” Entry forms are available at all library branches and online through Sept. 10. The teen with the winning design will receive a Barnes & Noble Nook Color, an autographed football from the Miami Dolphins, and will have his or her design reproduced on T-shirts to be worn by participants during the official observance of Teen Read Week, Oct. 17-23. One runnerup will receive a $75 Best Buy Gift Card. Teen Read Week and its activities are sponsored by the Friends of the Miami-Dade Public Library and the Miami Dolphins Foundation. For details, visit online at <www.mdpls.org/news/entry/teanRead Contest.asp>.
COMMUNITY NEWS BRIEFS DR. LESLIE BAUMANN TO HOST BUSINESS RHYTHMS LUNCHEON The Commonwealth Institute South Florida and The Launch Pad at the University of Miami invite the community to the Business Rhythms Luncheon featuring Dr. Leslie Baumann. The event will take place on Sept. 20, noon, at the BankUnited Center, located at 1245 Dauer Dr. on the UM campus. Dr. Baumann is an internationally renowned board certified dermatologist; NY Times best-selling author; media personality and lecturer, and CEO of the Baumann Cosmetic & Research Institute — a full-service research, educational and medical services facility serving the cosmetic, pharmaceutical and healthcare industries. Dr. Baumann heads the advisory board of Skin Type Solutions Inc., a revolutionary website and skin typing system providing consumers with a reliable source of information on all things relative to skin and body care. Dr. Baumann will speak about her
book, Skin Type Solution. To register, visit online at <www.commonwealthinstitute.org>, call 305-799-6547 or send email to Tiffany Spooner at <tspooner@commonwealthinstitute.org>. TONKINSON FINANCIAL TO CO-SPONSOR JACKSON BROWNE CONCERT AT UM A long-time fan of Jackson Browne, UM MBA alum Rick Tonkinson, president of Tonkinson Financial, is co-sponsoring the Jackson Browne concert during Festival Miami at the University of Miami. Scheduled for Oct. 26 at the UM Maurice Gusman Concert Hall, 1314 Miller Dr., Browne will perform awardwinning new songs and mega hits such as Running on Empty, The Pretender, and Somebody’s Baby, in a special all-acoustic concert. Tickets are $65, $45 and $25, and may be purchased online at <www.miami.edu/frost/index.php/frost/frost _events/jackson_browne_unplugged>. For more information, call 305-284-6168.
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Miami Children’s Hospital marks 15 years of Radio Lollipop fun BY GARY ALAN RUSE
Radio Lollipop, an international charity benefiting children in hospitals, was founded in England in 1979. Miami Children’s Hospital was the first in the United States to establish the program in 1996 and the in-house radio station celebrated its 15th birthday with a party on Thursday, Aug. 11. The festive event featured decorations, people in colorful costumes, face painting, arts and crafts, a live animal demonstration from Zoo Miami and food for the young patients and their families provided by Sushi Maki, Fuddruckers and Shake Shack. Nuria Claramunt, assistant director of Community and Volunteer Resources and the Radio Lollipop program, was coordinating the event celebrated throughout most areas of the hospital. “We have a lot of entertainment, activities, popcorn — everything you would expect a party to have,” Claramunt said. “Radio Lollipop has about 70-80 volunteers who are active. Those kids in the hospital who can’t leave their rooms, they have the Radio Lollipop volunteers bringing entertainment to their bedside. When the doors open at the studio, it is a real radio station, just like the professional radio stations, so it has to have all the equipment for the kids that can come out and want to see a real radio station and be deejays on the air. But then we also have the volunteers who go throughout all the floors, so they’ll visit every child that’s in the hospital during the show.” The two-hour shows are broadcast live with the on-floor volunteers four days a week. The station broadcasts within the hospital on Channel 26, so the children can listen to the deejays, the music, and can call
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in for the contests to win prizes, which the volunteers deliver. “Each night there’s between 15 and 20 volunteers,” Claramunt said. “We have some volunteers who have been here since day one. They bring their talents and skills and they share them with the program to bring joy, activities and laughter to kids who are stressed. Laughter is the best medicine of all, and that’s what Radio Lollipop brings to all the kids. It’s magic.” Marc Kuperman is one of the volunteers who has been there all 15 years of the program and is glad he made the
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decision to participate. “I was born in Miami and spent my entire professional career here, and at about that time I was looking for something to get involved with to give back to the community,” Kuperman said. “I was attracted because it combined working with children and music. “The enriching part for me is when you see the children’s faces — a child who may have been cranky or crying or in pain, and in many instances you’re able to cheer them up, distract them, get them laughing and joking and thinking about things other
than why they’re in the hospital.” Kuperman said that the volunteers, whether studio deejays or those working the floors, interact with the patients and provide care, comfort and play not only to the children but also to their families as well. For him, volunteering is rewarding and performance is a wonderful change of pace. “I’m an attorney in real life, and my professional career is not even remotely like what I do here,” Kuperman said. “There’s a special feeling that you get when you leave here at the end of a show. You feel like you’re making a difference, and you know that the children really do appreciate it. That’s important to me.” Another of the three original volunteers who still is participating with the program is Nora Barriere, who brings to the children her bubbly personality, cute character voices and puppets. When she started, performance didn’t come naturally to her. “I had never done this before and was very nervous and couldn’t say anything and the other girl with me said, ‘do your voices,’ and sure enough, when I did, I was not nervous any more and was able to do the show,” Barriere said. “And then at the end of the show we hugged each other and cried. We were very emotional. “Through the years, so many times the kids say to you, ‘because of you I feel better.’ Sometimes a parent will say to you, ‘this is the first time my child smiled today,’ and that makes you feel so good. It gives you so much gratification that you did this.” Radio Lollipop’s day-to-day operation depends on volunteers, charitable donations and fundraising activities. For more information visit <www.radiolollipop.org> or <www.mch.com>.
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My Lawn Man Wants to Top My Live Oak Tree for The STORM SEASON. Should I Have Him Do This? THE ARBORIST
BY RON VON PAULUS
No. Don’t top your live oak or any other hardwood tree such as a black olive or mahogany. A tree sometimes needs to be pruned to avoid interference with utility lines, buildings, or parts of the surrounding environment. Whenever pruning is required, it is important to avoid the practice of topping -- the removal of all parts of a tree above a certain height with no consideration for its structure or health. Long thought to reduce a hazard, topping is a temporary and ineffective solution that actually makes a tree more hazardous in the long run. • Topping "starves" trees by robbing them of their food-creating leaves. • Topped trees, in an act of defense, create shoots that grow quickly (up to 20 feet in one year) and are more prone to breaking. • Topping also makes trees more susceptible to insects and disease. • Topping creates "high maintenance
trees" that are expensive to treat, repair, and care for. Hurricane tree-trimming basics for hardwood trees • Reduction pruning is an effective alternative to topping. It reduces the size of longer branches by cutting back lateral ones. Some branches are removed at their point of origin. • Avoid excessive thinning of interior branches. It can lead to rapid growth of upright interior shoots and limb breakage. • The best way to learn to manage tree growth and maintain tree health is to consult a Certified Arborist. These tree care professionals know how to safely prune trees, and they can couch you as a homeowner how to best maintain and care for them throughout the year. Ron von Paulus is an International Society of Arboriculture certified arborist (ID # Fl-5770A) and has more than 20 years experience working with trees in South Florida. He offers free consultations to homeowners and businesses. He can be reached at Big Ron’s Tree Service 305-588-3091 or by email at <ron@BigRonsTreeService.com>
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Red Cross offes tips to keep athletes safe in extreme heat BY CHRYSTIAN TEJEDOR
In the wake of recent student athlete deaths due to excessive heat, the American Red Cross recommends team officials, coaches and parents take steps to help ensure the safety of their players during extreme heat. “Keeping athletes safe is crucial,” said Linda Olson, director of Health and Safety Services for the American Red Cross in South Florida. “Make sure athletes stay hydrated. Have everyone drink plenty of fluids like water or sports drinks with electrolytes before, during and after activities. Avoid drinks with caffeine or alcohol.” During the hot weather, team practices should be scheduled for early in the day and later in the evening to avoid exposing players to the hottest times of the day. Other steps teams, schools and parents should take to protect their athletes include: • Allow athletes to get acclimated to the heat by reducing the intensity of practice until they are more accustomed to it. • Make frequent, longer breaks a regular part of practice. About every 20 minutes stop for fluids and try to keep the athletes in the shade if possible. • Reduce the amount of heavy equip-
ment-like football pads-athletes wear in • Get the person to a cooler place and extremely hot, humid weather. have him or her rest in a comfortable posi• Dress athletes, when appropriate, in tion. Stretching, massaging and icing the net-type jerseys or lightweight, light-col- affected muscle may help. ored, cotton T-shirts and shorts. • Give a half glass of cool water or a • Know the signs of sports drink with elecHeat exhaustion is c aused by heat-related emergencies trolytes every 15 minutes. and monitor athletes Do not give liquids with a combinat ion of closely. alcohol or caffeine in e xe rcise induce d heat and “Knowing the signs of them, as they can make fluid a nd ele ctrolyte loss heat-related emergencies conditions worse. and how to help someone Heat exhaustion is from sw eat ing. Signs of he at who is suffering from the caused by a combination exhaustion include cool, heat is vital,” Olson of exercise induced heat stressed. “Coaches and and fluid and electrolyte moist, pa le or parents need to be vigilant loss from sweating. Signs flushe d skin; he avy in watching for signs of of heat exhaustion swe ating; hea da che; heat-related emergencies. include cool, moist, pale Athletes should inform or flushed skin; heavy na use a; dizzine ss; their coaches, teachers or sweating; headache; nauw ea kne ss, and e xha ustion. parents if they are not sea; dizziness; weakness, feeling well.” and exhaustion. Heat cramps are muscular pains and To help someone with these symptoms: spasms that usually occur in the legs or • Move the person to a cooler place. abdomen caused by exposure to high heat Remove or loosen tight clothing. Spray him and humidity and loss of fluids and elec- or her with water or apply cool, wet cloths trolytes. Heat cramps often are an early or towels to the skin. Fan the person. If the sign that the body is having trouble with the person is conscious, give small amounts of heat. If someone is experiencing heat cool water cool water or a sports drink with cramps: electrolytes to drink. Make sure the person
drinks slowly. Watch for changes in his or her condition. • If the person refuses water, vomits or begins to lose consciousness, call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number. Heat stroke (also known as sunstroke) is a life-threatening condition in which a person’s temperature control system stops working and the body is unable to cool itself. Signs of heat stroke include those of heat exhaustion and hot, red skin which may be dry or moist; change or loss of consciousness; seizures; vomiting, and high body temperature. Heat stroke is life threatening. Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number immediately. Move the person to a cooler place. Quickly cool the person’s body by immersing them up to their neck in cold water if possible. If unable to immerse them, continue rapid cooling by applying bags of ice or cold packs wrapped in a cloth to the wrists, ankles, groin, neck and armpits, spraying with water and/or fanning. Learn how to prevent and respond to heat-related and other emergencies by taking a First Aid/CPR/AED course. Call 1877-272-7337 or visit online at <www.redcross.org/takeaclass to register>.
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Old Cutler Academy expanding to welcome additional children BY ROBERT HAMILTON
Recognizing the importance of protecting mother earth, Old Cutler Academy Learning Center is expanding to welcome 25 additional children, ages 2-5, and adding a community room this August. Spearheaded by owner Mercy Hernandez, this amazing preschool learning center became the EDGE Flagship School in 2007 and was proclaimed the first eco-friendly preschool by several community leaders. This August, Old Cutler Academy Learning Center is acquiring an additional 1,007 square feet by building a community library/conference room and spacious VPK classroom. Already an EDGE eco-friendly school, Old Cutler Academy Learning Center will work toward LEED Certification with the new expansion. The new library/community room will be open to parents and community partners to use for educational purposes, as well. “We cater to the families in our community that value education. We pride ourselves in a healthy environment, top quality meals and academic education,” Hernandez said. “When the child is in the right environment and is healthy our education program is a success.” As a recognized business in the community of Cutler Bay, Old Cutler Academy Learning Center was established more than 20 years ago to provide quality early childhood education to the community. It offers children a unique learning environment focused on science, health and well-being, developmentally appropriate practices and community. Each day starts with quiet time to ease
the children into the day and promote mental health and includes instruction from the EDGE Curriculum and Creative Curriculum. You will find the children practicing tennis, ballet and karate; participating in fundraising activities for the exceptional children served by the EDGE Charitable Foundation, and hosting a Book Club Night for children in the community at the local Starbucks beginning this fall. Established on July 30, 1994, Old Cutler Academy Learning Center (OCALC), has
“We cater to the families in our community that value education. We pride ourselves in a healthy environment, top quality meals and academic education.” — Mercy Hernandez, owner served the families in Miami by providing quality early childhood education in a caring and nurturing environment. In September 2001, the center relocated to its current address at 20222 Old Cutler Rd. in Cutler Bay. OCALC is expanding into the additional space increasing its capacity to 70 children. In addition to being the EDGE Flagship School, OCALC works with Quality Counts through Florida International University, the Maestro Program through the United Way, and the Positive Behavior Support (PBS) program through Family Central to provide children with special needs free screenings and assistance. It is an active member of The Cutler Bay Business Association.
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Cancer Support golf, tennis events scheduled for Oct. 24 BY DANIELLE SPIEGELMAN
Spend a fun-filled day on Oct. 24 with South Florida business and community leaders as they come together to play golf and tennis to benefit the Cancer Support Community Greater Miami. Join in at the annual “Tee Off Fore Wellness” Golf and Tennis Tournament featuring the Thea Cup. Enjoy a great day on the links or on the court. Guests will receive luxury goodie bags and take part in daylong samplings from premiere food and beverage sponsors. All tournament players are invited to the 19th Hole cocktail party and celebratory dinner, featuring a silent and live auction with celebrity announcer Jay Rokeach. The golf tournament lead sponsor is Sharp General Contractors and the tennis tournament lead sponsor is Sherry Kranys. Additional sponsors include Fowler Rodriguez ValdesFauli; FundQuest, Morrison Brown Argiz & Farra; Packman Neuwahl & Rosenberg; Perry Ellis International; Ryder Charitable
Foundation; John Hancock Financial Network; SAP International; SapientNitro; SunLife Financial; Styles Holdings, and Patricia and Jack Thompson. Donors include Deering Bay Yacht and Country Club, Phil Follins, Fern and Ron Rosen, Samuel Adams, Sergio’s Printing, Whole Foods and Matt Winer Photography. The event committee includes chairs Sherry Kranys and Erik Sherman; Phil Follins, honorary chair; Kim Kaskel; Jennifer Levin; David Josefsberg; Rudy Kranys; Candy Martin; Christopher Moebus; Jon Sastre; Adam Spiegel; Edie Spiegel; Tracey Spiegelman; Fleta and Bob Stamen, and Jack Thompson. The event will take place at the Deering Bay Yacht and Country Club, 13610 Deering Bay Dr. Entry fees are $1,200 for a golf foursome; $325 for individual golfers, and $125 for tennis players. For more information, call 305-6685900, ext. 222, or send email to <Danielle@cancersupportcommunitymiami.org>.
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Magic City Casino to host first CrossFit Summer Crush Games BY SANDRA M. RODRIGUEZ
Magic City Casino, Miami’s first casino to offer Las Vegas style slot machines, will be home to the inaugural CrossFit Summer Crush Games on Sunday, Aug. 28. The event will gather more than 280 of the nation’s top athletes in a daylong competition testing their physical and mental toughness. The Summer Crush Games, taking place from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., is the largest local CrossFit competition in South Florida. Winners of each division will receive gift packages valued at $1,000 from Reebok, among other gifts from key sponsors. CrossFit is the principal strength and conditioning program for many police academies and tactical operations teams, military special operations units and hundreds of other elite and professional athletes worldwide. With more than 2,500 affiliated gyms throughout the world, CrossFit’s mission is to fuel a revolution in fitness with a constantly varied, intense, functional exercise program looking to develop the most complete well-rounded athletes out of its followers. “Magic City Casino is an ideal venue for hosting an event of this kind,” said Scott Savin, chief operating officer of Magic City Casino. “This is sure to be an exciting showcase of South Florida’s top athletes. We invite both athletes and families to come out and support the CrossFit community.” Registration to participate in the Summer Crush Games is sold out. Registered participants will compete
throughout the day testing their capacity in a variety of skills and will have five divisions in which to participate: Men’s Rx, Men’s Scaled, Ladies’ Rx, Ladies’ Scaled and Team. “The Summer Crush Games is the biggest event to hit South Florida’s evergrowing CrossFit community. Our intention is to bring the largest CrossFit competition to the local area for a day of healthy competition, community and family fun,” said Mike Osuna, Summer Crush Games founder. The Summer Crush Games at Magic City Casino, located at 450 NW 37 Ave. in Miami, is free to the general public. This family-friendly event will feature a riveting performance by competing athletes and will showcase a selection of the ever-popular Miami food trucks the day of the event. Interested athletes who were not able to register in time are encouraged to attend the event in the case last minute spots open up for competition. Sponsors of the event include Reebok, Maverick Athletic Company, Specialized Fitness Resources and FootWorks Miami, among others. Magic City Casino features 800 Las Vegas-style slot machines, 18-table Poker Room, outdoor concert amphitheater, seasonal live greyhound racing and multiple food and beverage outlets, among other state-of-the-art amenities. The casino is open every day from 10 a.m. to 4 a.m. For more information, visit online at <www.magiccitycasino.com> or <www.summercrushgames.com>.
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Schools nurses urge parents to get kids vaccinated against meningitis keep preteens, teens and communities protected against meningitis. School nurses are calling on Miami parPreteens and teens are at increased risk ents to help protect their for meningitis, and death preteens and teens against rates are up to five times Meningococcal meningococcal disease by higher among teenagers and disease is a rare, getting them vaccinated young adults compared with during the back-to-school younger age groups. Up to but serious bacterial season. Meningococcal disone in five survivors are left ease is a rare, but serious infection that can with serious medical probbacterial infection that can lems, including amputation, cause meningitis cause meningitis and take brain damage, deafness and the life of an otherwise kidney damage. and take the life of healthy child in just a single Despite recommendations an otherwise healthy day. by the Centers for Disease Meningitis is spread from Control and Prevention child in just person to person, and a (CDC) calling for vaccinaa single day. recent survey showed that tion of preteens and teens nearly 82 percent of prebeginning at age 11, with a teens and teens engage in booster dose by 18 years of common, everyday activities that increase age, only about half of Florida teens, ages their risk of getting the disease â&#x20AC;&#x201D; such as 13-17, have been immunized, which is far sharing water bottles, living in close quar- below national public health goals. ters or kissing. These findings highlight the More information can be found at importance of vaccination in helping to <www.VoicesOfMeningitis.org>.
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Mercedes-Benz renews commitment to Corporate Run Series in S. Florida BY MAYRA HERNANDEZ
Just a few short months after completing its eighth year as the title sponsor for TeamFootWorks’ Corporate Run Series, Mercedes-Benz has announced its ongoing commitment to the runs and has renewed its contract for the next two years. Through their continued partnership, Mercedes-Benz and TeamFootWorks once again will host three separate 5K (3.1 mile) runs in 2012 beginning in Fort Lauderdale on Mar. 29, West Palm Beach on Apr. 11 and concluding in Miami on Apr. 26, with a portion of the proceeds to benefit the South Florida Chapter of the American Red Cross. “Mercedes-Benz holds the health and wellness of its employees and the communities it serves with the utmost importance,” said Kevin Sreenan, regional manager of MBUSA in the Southern Region. “Being involved with the Corporate Run is a natural fit for our organization.” With a special competition that awards the overall men’s, women’s and coed teams in 20
different industries, the Mercedes-Benz Corporate Run, a 5K Run Walk, attracts more than 800 South Florida companies and is open to employees of businesses, corporations, government agencies, financial institutions and non-profits-no matter how big or small. All companies are encouraged to participate and may enter an unlimited number of employees to walk or run as a group. “We are excited to continue working with Mercedes-Benz through 2013,” said Laurie Huseby, president of TeamFootWorks. “For more than 25 years, TeamFootWorks has organized and produced the Corporate Run with one goal in mind: to promote health and fitness at all levels and provide a venue to boost company morale and encourage camaraderie in the workplace.” The Miami event takes place Thursday, Apr. 26, 6:45 p.m., at Bayfront Park, 301 N. Biscayne Blvd. For more information, contact TeamFootWorks at 305-666-RACE (7223) or visit <www.mercedesbenzcorporaterun.com> or <www.teamfootworks.org>.
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Marile and Jorge Luis Lopez recently hosted an intimate gathering at their home to discuss the future of pediatric cancer care and treatments. The event was highlighted by an informative discussion with Dr. Narendra Kini, Miami Children’s Hospital president and CEO, and Dr. Charles L. Saxe, scientific program director for the American Cancer Society. Topics included innovative research techniques and
grant opportunities. Lucy Morillo-Agnetti, Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation president and CEO, discussed the need to enhance the hospital’s cancer center, which is the largest in the region with more than 4,300 patient visits each year and more than 50 current research protocols. Guests included leaders in the medical and legal community as well as government officials, such Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos Gimenez and Miami-Dade County Commissioner Esteban Bovo.
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Fortis College announces new campus in Cutler Bay BY KAREN S. DENNIS
Fortis College, a leading post-secondary education institution, has opened a location in Cutler Bay. The school, which is part of a network of more than 35 colleges and institutes offering career-based certificate, diploma and degree-granting programs in 14 states, recently opened its newest campus at 19600 S. Dixie Hwy., Suite B, in Cutler Bay. Fortis College-Cutler Bay currently is enrolling students for September day and evening classes. Initial course offerings include an associate degree program in accounting and a diploma program in Electronic Systems Technology (EST). The accounting degree program is designed to educate students to prepare for financial occupations that require high levels of analysis, evaluation, statistical theory and design, including the ability to prepare financial statements that are in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles. The EST program focuses on low-voltage electronic system professions and includes installation, troubleshooting and repair skills for home theater, audio, video, fiber optics, security and computer networking systems as well as learning national/state regulations and building codes. “We are excited to open this modern, fully equipped facility with contemporary labs supported by wireless classrooms,” said Richard Zaiden, acting campus director. “We believe our campus will be a strong educational resource for the community, showcasing Cutler Bay as a leader in educational opportunities that help meet the growing demand for quality professionals.” The building was designed with careful attention to the technological needs of the
students. The library offers both conventional textbook resources and a digital library while all classrooms have access to online digital media. “From talking boards to audiovisual presentations, the building is completely wired for interactive learning,” Zaiden explained. “Our instructors can project the syllabus on walls using our online instructional media and students can work from notebook computers in the classroom. It’s a win-win situation” The campus is easily accessible both by car and public transportation. Conveniently located right off Florida’s Turnpike Exit 12 (Caribbean Boulevard exit) at U.S. 1 and with a bus stop adjacent to the property, the campus can be reached easily by students from Miami to Key Largo. As part of the Fortis network, the Cutler Bay campus benefits from expanded resources, enhanced expertise, access to higher level educational program offerings and technology, and the strength in numbers an affiliation with dozens of other campuses brings. Fortis is a network of post-secondary colleges and institutes that prepares students for powerful lifelong learning opportunities and career growth through powerful hands-on immersion and a practical approach to learning. It is leading the movement among career-oriented colleges to offer more, higher level programs so students acquire skills to grow and be successful in a changing job market, while giving them the flexibility to pursue their studies in Fortis classrooms or online at their convenience. For more information about the campus, call 786-345-5300. Visit <www.fortisinstitute.edu> to learn more about Fortis educational opportunities.
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Jazz at Pinecrest Gardens begins season on Oct. 22 BY JULIE DURSTINE
Jazz at Pinecrest Gardens 2011-12 season is coming and eight incredible performances will be showcased under the stars in Pinecrest Gardens’ beautiful Banyan Bowl stage. Kicking off the season on Saturday, Oct. 22, at 8 p.m., will be the one and only “King of Latin Percussion,” Sammy Figueroa and his Latin Jazz Explosion. Tickets now are on sale through the website at <www.pinecrestgardens.org>. Ticket prices start at $20 and for a limited time jazz aficionados can enjoy all eight shows at a savings of 25 percent off individual ticket pricing by purchasing a ticket subscription. Show schedule: Oct. 22, Sammy Figueroa & The Latin Jazz Explosion; Nov. 12, Sons of Legends, featuring Phoenix Rivera, Tito Puente Jr., Miles
Dalto and more; Dec. 3, Fania All Star “Chino” Nunez and His Orchestra; Dec. 10, Emmet Cohen Trio–Jazz Piano Prodigy; Jan. 28, 2012, Rose Max & Ramatis Brazilian Bossa Nova; Feb. 18, Harvey Nevins Orchestra plays George Gershwin and Cole Porter–A Night of the Best in Big Band Music; Mar. 17, The Legend…The Legacy, Tito Puente Jr. & The Latin Jazz Ensemble, and Apr. 28, Debbie Orta Sings the Greatest Ladies of Jazz, Bessie Smith & Ella Fitzgerald. Light fare catered by Delicias Del Mundo International Tapas and Wine will be available before and during each performance at the Gardens Gallery and Courtyard. Pinecrest Gardens is located at 11000 Red Rd. in Pinecrest. For more information call 305-669-6990. You also may visit on the web at <www.pinecrestgardens.org>.
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Animal Services offers subsidized spay/neuter surgeries for cats BY XIOMARA MORDCOVICH
In an effort to help control the pet overpopulation problem and reduce the shelter intake of homeless cats, Miami-Dade Animal Services will offer donor subsidized (co-pay $15) spay/neuter services for cats, every Thursday and Friday, through Sept. 30, at the shelter, 7401 NW 74 St. in Medley. Check in at 7:30 a.m. on a first come, first served basis.
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Book about a dolphin not just for children BY SHERRY MILLER
When author Mark E. Welch wrote Tales of The Little Lagoon-Kiwa’s Story he wrote for a children’s audience with a child’s imagination of fantasy and adventure. Hope, love, friendship and never faltering from adversity were the theme for “Kiwa,” a baby Dolphin separated from her mother. Kiwa forges through adversities seeking the true story of what happened to her mother after being caught in a fisherman’s net and swept away from Kiwa in an instant. After swimming in the sea of eternity, Kiwa has a happy ending in her Little Lagoon that is a life lesson for grownups as well as children. Author Welch writes in his prologue, “For the lost people that swim endlessly in this Sea that we call Earth, this story is dedicated to you, and the one truth that dwells deep within your very soul: That we all can live and believe in our hopes and our expectations, for someday, we can swim faster, jump higher than ever before and to achieve what our hearts desire. To believe in oneself is the art of making what all of us really believe in come true: Our Dreams…” A great environmental story of sea life and sea creatures, The Little Lagoon is captivating and spellbinding. The magical little characters are both friendly and fierce as they encourage or discourage little Kiwa on her mission. The ongoing message is
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The next time you get the "let's play" bark from your dog, consider taking him to a dog park. Your dog might enjoy running off-leash, socializing with other dogs and working off his excess energy. You might also enjoy meeting and socializing with other dog owners. We say "might" because not all dogs do well at dog parks and if your dog isn't comfortable, you won't be either. Here are a few things to consider. Why your dog may not be ready Don't assume your dog will love the park. His temperament, health and social skills will determine if the park is a good idea or a potential disaster. You should go if your dog... • Is healthy, vaccinated and neutered or spayed. • Loves socializing with other dogs. • Responds to voice commands. (He should at least come when called.) • Has a lot of youthful energy. You should NOT go if your dog... • Is in heat or hasn't been neutered. • Is unvaccinated, especially if he's a puppy. • Has chronic injuries or pain. • Shows fearful or aggressive behavior with other dogs or humans. • Is a dog bully who often fights with other dogs.
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‘The Diabetic Friend’ website launched by South Floridian BY SHERRY H. MILLER
For the millions who have been diagnosed with Diabetes I or II, there now is a website/blog designed to assist people searching for information about their disease and meet other diabetics to share personal stories, symptoms and medication side effects as well as myriad other related experiences. “The Diabetic Friend” was created by Mark E. Welch, a local author, after being diagnosed with diabetes less than a year ago. Welch shares his experiences as a child, coming home from school to find his grandmother unconscious on the floor. Knowing then only to give her orange juice and sugar, and call an ambulance, Welch reflects on the medical progress made on this disease that afflicts millions of Americans today. “Thank goodness we’ve come a long way since then,” Welch, 47, said. “I know now she had become hypoglycemic from an overdose of her insulin, and/or not eating enough food to regulate her diabetes.” His own personal wake-up call came recently during a vacation back home in Maine when he indulged in his favorite foods of pizza, lobster, sweets, fried clams, sugar and more sugar. A week after arriving home, Welch began to feel worse and researched the Web for answers but could find none. After being rushed to the ER and after tedious days of nonstop intravenous insulin feedings and extensive tests he was released with medications and prescriptions along with brief and general instructions how to adjust his lifestyle. “There was no ‘diabetic team’ anywhere
to be found. I realized feeling lost, helpless and vulnerable,” he said. After weeks of floundering, Welch finally enlisted his own created “team” of specialists and doctors that could help him get the proper tests, medications and education on living with diabetes on a daily basis. He also went to the Web and on social networks and began building his own following of other diabetics looking for solutions. Finally, Welch decided to create his own website. Collaborating with All Design Studio and Eva Gustafsson, whom Mark has worked with for years, “The Diabetic Friend” was launched. Within days responses and replies came in sharing personal diabetic experiences and ordeals. The site has grown to myriad subject matter, posts, links, blogs and, more importantly, people caring and sharing. “There are a lot of good stories too,” Welch added. “Thanks to sharing with friends, many followers have learned how to eat right and exercise in a personal way they can enjoy and are starting to beat this disease.” The goal and objective of “The Diabetic Friend” website is not only to help diabetics but potential pre-diabetics. It also can be a resource for friends and family members who are interested or have concerns about diabetes and want to help their diabetic friends. The information on the site is in no way intended to be used as medical advice and or a replacement for one’s physician, nutritionist or other healthcare professional. For information send email to <admin@thediabeticfriend.com> or visit online at <www.TheDiabeticFriend.com>.
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Free banners for boaters help with manatee safety BY JANICE NEARING
As recreational boaters prepare to head to Florida’s waterways for the last holiday weekend blast of the summer, Save the Manatee Club sends out a reminder to exercise safe boating practices and to remain watchful for endangered manatees and other wildlife. Manatees are slow moving, and because they are mammals, they need to surface to breathe air. They also prefer shallow waters where they feed on submerged sea grasses. These factors combine to make manatees vulnerable to boat hits, and many are injured or killed by the crushing impact of the hull and slashing blades of the propellers. Boaters can be active participants in manatee protection by holding aloft Save the Manatee Club’s public awareness banner whenever a manatee is sighted in areas where boats are motoring close by. The bright yellow, 1.5- by 2-foot waterproof banner states: “Please Slow: Manatees Below.” They are provided free to the boating public in Florida from the club. Barbara Birdsey of the Pegasus Foundation came up with the banner idea years ago while boating in the Jupiter Inlet/Hobe Sound area and waving a homemade cardboard sign to slow down boaters traveling close to manatees she had spotted in the area. As a result, the more effective, attention-getting yellow banners were produced. “The banners continue to be distributed across the state, thanks to the generosity of the Pegasus Foundation, and to the continued support of Mrs. Birdsey,” said Patrick Rose, aquatic biologist and executive director of Save the Manatee Club. “As more and more boaters use the banners to communicate with each other on the waterways when manatees are sighted, I believe we can better work together to help prevent manatee injuries, suffering, and
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death,” Birdsey said. Even under the best conditions, manatees are often difficult to spot in the water. The club suggests wearing polarized sunglasses to eliminate the glare of the sun and help boaters to see below the water’s surface. Learn to recognize a manatee’s presence. Look for a swirl on the water’s surface and a manatee’s tail or nose. Shoreline property signs and matching boat decals also are available from Save the Manatee Club. They encourage boaters to slow down and feature the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) hotline number (1-888-404-3922) for reporting injured manatees. Requests for the free banners, signs, and decals can be sent via email to <education@savethemanatee.org> or by calling toll free at 1-800-432-JOIN (5646). Boaters are asked to observe all manatee speed zones and caution areas this Labor Day holiday weekend, and every day. Dr. Katie Tripp, the club’s director of Science and Conservation, urges the public to
report manatee zone violations to the FWC by calling their hotline number. “Calling in each and every violation that is observed is critical,” Tripp explained. “We can’t assume that our neighbor will make the call or that a law enforcement officer will see this viola-
tion. Even if it’s not possible to make out the boat’s registration number, a description of the vessel, the locality where it was observed, the approximate time it was observed, and the direction in which it was traveling, can be useful information. “There may not be an officer on the water to stop that vessel on that day, but officers do make note of violations that are reported and consider these when deciding where to patrol. Reporting these violations is an important way that the public can protect manatees from debilitating or fatal collisions with watercraft.” Those who see an injured, dead, tagged or orphaned manatee, or a manatee who is being harassed, are asked to call the FWC hotline number at 1-888-404-FWCC (3922) or #FWC or *FWC on cellular phones, or use VHF Channel 16 on marine radios. For more information on endangered manatees, the Adopt-A-Manatee program, or to sign up for the club’s free e-newsletter, visit the club’s website at <www.savethemanatee.org>. Look for “Manatee Protection Tips for Boaters” on the club’s website at <www.savethemanatee.org/boatertips.htm>.
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Mercedes-Benz renews commitment to Corporate Run Series in S. Florida BY MAYRA HERNANDEZ
Just a few short months after completing its eighth year as the title sponsor for TeamFootWorks’ Corporate Run Series, Mercedes-Benz has announced its ongoing commitment to the runs and has renewed its contract for the next two years. Through their continued partnership, Mercedes-Benz and TeamFootWorks once again will host three separate 5K (3.1 mile) runs in 2012 beginning in Fort Lauderdale on Mar. 29, West Palm Beach on Apr. 11 and concluding in Miami on Apr. 26, with a portion of the proceeds to benefit the South Florida Chapter of the American Red Cross. “Mercedes-Benz holds the health and wellness of its employees and the communities it serves with the utmost importance,” said Kevin Sreenan, regional manager of MBUSA in the Southern Region. “Being involved with the Corporate Run is a natural fit for our organization.” With a special competition that awards the overall men’s, women’s and coed teams in 20
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Jeep Wrangler lineup adds new Mojave SE model Ron Beasley AUTOMOTIVE EDITOR
LET’S TALK CARS Look out, Jeep fans, here comes another special-edition Wrangler for you to lust after — the new 2011 Mojave Special Edition. It’s the fourth Wrangler SE model Jeep has introduced in the past two years. This new Jeep is named for the rugged western desert Mojave Trail and has a unique desert theme inside and out, along with an aggressive wheel and tire package that lets it tackle the toughest terrain. It’s available in Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited models and began arriving in Jeep showrooms earlier this summer. Based on the Wrangler Sport model, the Mojave’s desert theme conveys off-road fun. Exterior features include a body-color hardtop and fender flares, Mojave and lizard decals on the hood and rear, and the Sahara model’s side steps. Mojave has the Wrangler Rubicon tire-and-wheel package, with mineral gray 17-inch wheels with 32-inch tires. A black fuel-filler door and taillight guards fin-
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ergonomics and upgraded materials. There’s a new lockable console and upgraded door armrest areas, while a redesigned center stack is easier to reach and operate. Heated power mirrors are available, and both drivers and passengers have better visibility through larger rear windows. New steering-wheel controls let the driver operate the radio, cruise control, handsfree phone and other vehicle functions while keeping hands on the wheel. A new USB interface connects to storage devices for use with the vehicle’s Media Center, including
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