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South Miami — Around Town Anatomy of a City in Turmoil It’s just another day

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Editor’s Note: This article is been re-printed due to numerous requests from South Miami residents.

BY MICHAEL MILLER

Executive Editor

he firing of South Miami’s Chief of Police Orlando Martinez de Castro on Wednesday, August 14, did not come as a surprise to those who have been paying attention to a City besieged in lawsuits and turmoil. The resolution sponsored by Mayor Stoddard at a special meeting declaring the City’s five-year contract with Chief Martinez null and void boggles the mind of even a sophomore law student.

Clearly, any municipal attorney with the slightest knowledge of contract law would have advised against the resolution. The resolution, in essence, states that because Chief Martinez was asked over a year ago by then City Manager Mirabile to serve as, sit in as, take over as, and act on his behalf as city manager during his absence – and because Martinez did exactly what his boss asked him to do – the City Commission now claims that his actions violated his contract with the City. The declared violation thereby made Martinez “an employee at will.”

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Stop the Violence!

BY MICHAEL MILLER

Pictured are (l-r) Kellis Toomer and Daisha Anderson proudly display their “Stop the Violence” message at the “Spirit of Unity Peace Walk” sponsored by the City of South Miami on Sunday, September 8.

(Photo Courtesy Gail Alexander)

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‘Miracle on 136th Street’ ushers in the holiday season, Nov. 23

BY ALICIA WHITLEY

The parade features marching bands, clowns, vintage cars, costumed characters, along with the season’s first official appearance of Santa.

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he Falls Shopping Center, 8888 SW 136 St., has announced it will ring in this holiday season on Saturday, Nov. 23, with the 17th annual “Miracle on 136th Street” Holiday Parade that promises to be bigger and better than ever.

Local dignitaries and celebrities will ride in vintage and convertible cars during the parade. Again this year, the Holiday Parade will benefit the South Dade YMCA Family Center.

“The Miracle on 136th Street” Holiday Parade is attended annually by more than 20,000 residents. The

parade features marching bands, stilt walkers, clowns, vintage cars, community groups and internationally recognized costumed characters, along with the season’s first official appearance of Santa riding on his very own float.

Spectators are encouraged to arrive early and line both sides of the route before the parade steps off at 4 p.m.

The parade route, located on the Boulevard in between the center and the parking lot, will start at the east end of The Falls in front of Bloomingdale’s and traverse the entire length of the center west to Macy’s.

After the parade, from 5:30 to 10 p.m., the celebration continues with holiday activities in the mall.

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Over yonder in a little, flyspeck town known as Mudville, the nice folks all pretty much got on well and fine…or so they thought.

You see, there was this smiley, friendly, little ol’ lady, and Sue Belle was her name. She had a certain way about her and befriended just about everyone, including the local elected officials – in particular, this one young councilman by the name of Warren, whom she liked a whole bunch. They were buddies of a kind. They went out together a whole lot, not so much as a couple, but as small town friends. They were seen together frequently having lunch at the drug store and sitting for spells chatting about this that and the other over at the town’s only barbershop.

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not have two positions with a City, and if you do, the original, or first one, (in this case, the chief of police position) will be terminated.

Interestingly enough, the City, the mayor and the chief are heavily involved in a lawsuit and one of the City’s defense strategies is that the chief violated the law by temporarily taking the position as manager, even if he was asked by the City to do so on a temporary basis.

So far, the judge has not ruled on this part of the lawsuit. In either case, or perhaps in any case, the City acted in very bad faith, by firing him for stepping up and filling in when his boss asked him to do so.

This type of behavior is disgraceful and is full of BAD faith and more. The three buffoons that voted for the resolution – Mayor Stoddard and Commissioners Bobble Head Welsh and Wally – should be taken to the back forty and be given some classes on acceptable behavior in a modern society.

Okay, back to my ranting about the City in turmoil.

It also looks like the City charter may have been violated because newly appointed City Manager Steven Alexander, by virtue of the Stoddard, Welsh and Harris resolution, was forced to fire the chief of police. Interestingly enough, just a month or so ago, Alexander had been quoted as saying “the chief was doing his job.” On the day the chief was fired, Vice Mayor Josh Liebman stated, “The city manager had promised him that he had no grounds, nor would he fire the chief.”

Here’s just a small glimpse into the psyche of these “leaders:” Over the past three and half years there have been four city managers. The revolving door of city managers, which, include the previously fired Mirabile, has cost South Miami taxpayers dearly. Mirabile, who was hailed by Mayor Stoddard as the solution to all of the City’s woes, was abruptly terminated last fall by the Stoddard-led majority for allegedly refusing to fire the chief of police. Mirabile’s contract required that the City pay him a “consulting fee” for six months if terminated without cause. The City did pay him on a monthly basis without any “consulting services.”

Mirabile contended at the time that the chief was doing his job, and to fire him without cause would cost South Miami taxpayers even more than the settlement with fired City Manager Ajibola Balogun. Last year, the City paid Balogun $385,000 plus $16,000 for his attorney’s fees. In addition, the City had to hire the services of several attorneys, which cost South Miami taxpayers a reported $145,000.

Stoddard, who voted for and worked behind the scenes to give both Mirabile and Martinez unprecedented five-year contracts, is now facing several lawsuits, including two for slander.

Currently, there are no less than 10 lawsuits that have been filed against the City.

The souring of the Stoddard, Mirabile, and Martinez relationship might have been caused

by several circumstances, apparently not related to the performances of either Mirabile or Martinez. The first event occurred during what appeared to be a call to the South Miami Police Department by Stoddard in August 2011. Stoddard called the cops to report a break-in at his home by a “man wearing a green mask” while he, his adopted daughter and an exchange student were in the house.

According to the police report, the exchange student screamed when she saw the man in a mask. She also informed a South Miami police detective that at first she thought it might have been Stoddard. The police force arrived within two minutes only to find Stoddard in his bedroom putting on his clothes.

The police reported no signs of a forced entry and were baffled to learn that, according to Stoddard, “$6,000 worth of computer equipment was stolen by the ‘masked man.’” A member of the police department, wishing to remain anonymous, stated, “We were patrolling the neighborhood when the call came in and we were there within two minutes. Surely, we would have noticed a man wearing a mask carrying computer equipment.”

Stoddard later claimed that he ran out of his room naked in order to save the girls from the “masked intruder.” A letter penned by an exsupporter of Stoddard, former Chief of Police Kenneth Harms, was the subject of TV news coverage and has been submitted as a public record at the South Miami Clerk’s Office.

Another incident for which the chief was blamed occurred when South Miami Police responded to a call from a citizen during last year’s election campaign. A city resident called to complain about harassment from a Stoddard friend and campaign worker who had knocked on his door. The Stoddard supporter spoke in a loud and aggressive manner and refused to leave when asked. The police responded to the call by stopping the individual and advising him that he needed to cease and desist from further harassment. The campaign worker immediately called his friend Stoddard while the police were present.

According to the tape recording, which is also public record, Stoddard immediately placed a call to the dispatcher to complain about the police, tying up the dispatcher with intimidating questions, comments and veiled threats.

And somehow the chief looks like the bad guy with this one, too.

But wait, there’s more: In another instance, Commissioner Walter Harris’s wife, also a Stoddard friend, was involved in leaving the scene of an accident at a parking lot in the Dadeland North Parking Garage. The accident was recorded by a video camera and the car’s license tag was traced by Miami-Dade Police to Commissioner Harris. Since the commissioner lives in South Miami, it required South Miami Police involvement.

This led to two Metro-Dade police cars and two South Miami police cars showing up. A bit of overkill, I agree, but that’s the standard protocol. And yes, Chief Martinez got

the brunt and was widely blamed for the entire thing.

Last year, the mayor was complaining that the police actually pulled out their guns when they were serving a bench warrant at 5 a.m. The mayor continued, “is that any way to treat a visitor to South Miami, who happened to be been in the house, when some five to seven cops were serving the warrant on some folks that were accused of dealing drugs?” Of course, the chief got grief over that one, too.

Then there was the case of the undocumented handy man who did work for Commissioner Bobble Head and other South Miami residents and was wanted by the U.S. Marshall on criminal charges. We’re told that when the handyman finished with his

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work for the day, he would frequently sleep on the backyard patios of his boss man or woman. So, let’s get this clear: He was wanted by the U.S. Marshall’s office and there was a BOLO (be on the lookout) flyer, and all the while it was well known that this guy was doing work on the homes of certain people in a specific neighborhood. Of course, the authorities picked up the guy and he was ultimately deported back to his homeland.

And somehow and someway the chief’s naysayers twist this thing around so that he looks like the bad guy.

I could go on and on. But at the end of the day, this City is in turmoil and on life support and needs a lot of help. Anybody have any suggestions?

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UM Sports Hall of Fame annual Keys Dolphin tourney a huge success Gloria Burns GLORIA’S GAB Over the summer, the UM Sports Hall of Fame’s 3rd Annual Celebrity Dolphin Tournament attracted 92 boat entries, making it the largest fishing tournament in the Florida Keys. Held at The Post Card Inn in Islamorada, notables seen at the event included Legendary Hurricane Ray Lewis who hosted the event and more than 75 former Canes Legends.

The crowd enjoyed the Live Bait band, musician Kevin Hurley, fire dancers and even a junkanoo band. Proceeds from the event benefitted Habitat for Humanity of the Upper Keys, The Miami Project and the Hall of Fame. Mike Vera, on the boat A-Salt-Weapon, came in with the dolphin at 43.6 pounds winning top prize. With a haul of 3 dolphins for a total of 84.2 pound, the boat Gotta Love It won the

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pool. Other shining stars included UM Hall of Fame golfer Tracy Kerdyk, winning Top Female angler, bringing in a 29.3 lbs.

Tommy Smith (19.4 lbs.)was named Top Junior Angler while Keith Provin was named the King of Fishes with a 51.4pound wahoo.

The UM Sports Hall of Fame is a nonprofit organization whose sole purpose is to honor the finest Hurricanes student-athletes, coaches and administrators who have excelled in their sport and brought acclaim to the University through their championships and accomplishments. The Hall of Fame is open free to the public weekdays from Noon to 5pm. Go to UMSportsHallofFame.com for more details.

The American Diabetes Association promises to draw a great crowd of supporters on the morning of Saturday, September 21, at Marlins Park for its Annual Step Up to Stop Diabetes Walk. Participants will find the event both educational, recreational and, best of all, lots of fun with vendor giveaways and entertainment. If you have not visited the ball park, this is a great opportunity to check it out and support a great cause. For more information, visit www.diabetes.org.

Also looking forward to a successful event, Alfalit International is holding its 2013 Global Literacy Dinner on Saturday, Sept. 28, at the Hilton Miami Airport.

Tickets for this black tie optional affair begin at $150 for individuals tickets. The evening begins with cocktails at 6:30 p.m. followed by dinner, dancing and a silent and live auction. Proceeds will benefit the efforts of Alfalit International, a faith based non-denominational non-profit ministry,

Ray Lewis and his fishing mates display their catch at the weigh-in.

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Robert Beans (left) comes in as new president of Profit Inc. Seen here at a recent meeting with outgoing president Kemp Mobley.

providing literacy, basic education, preschool, health, nutrition, micro credit and community development programs to those deprived of the most basic forms of education. Co-chairing this year’s dinner are Mirka and Carlos del Amo whose event committee includes Elisa Abiega, Beatriz Baquedano, Ed Cooke, Raquel Hickey, William Jones, Eunice Melo, Gregory Nichols, Lars Seagren and Angela Suncar.

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Gearing up for another year, Profit Inc., one of the oldest business networking organizations in South Florida, meets every

Thursday for lunch at the 94th Aero Squadron. Robert Beans, owner of Bay Plumbing, will be taking over the presidency of the club from this year’s president Kemp Mobley, of Weststaff (USA) Inc. Those interested in building their business networking base are encouraged to make inquiries for membership by calling Interim Executive Director, Frank Obregon at 305 710-7345.

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Sparking an educational revolution in the Grove

BY CHANA’LE GOURARIE Director, The Moshe Shalom Fox Atarah Montessori Academy

With the opening of Atarah Montessori Academy, in Coconut Grove, I am sparking a much needed revolution in Jewish education.

Judaism has always faced challenges and threats to its very existence. There is nothing new about it. Sixty years ago, Jews fought for their physical existence. Today, we are fighting for our spiritual existence. Adults are becoming more in touch with their roots, seeking to enhance their life with the meaning of their heritage. They are looking to fill a void, even after years of a Hebrew school or Jewish day school education.

Jewish education should not begin and end with bar and bat mitzvah lessons. Often times, we lose sight of the importance of a Jewish foundation while our children are still young.

My quest to make a change in the traditional education system began long before I opened Atarah Montessori Academy. I have always been fascinated by education. As a school age child, I would find myself very frustrated with the flaws in the traditional education system. Shortly after entering the first grade, school became about performance, rather than about learning. It turned into endless homework assignments, meaningless tasks and boring subjects. Nobody ever stopped to see how we learned.

I found those flaws carried through into high school, where the goal of learning continued to be focused on getting an A. This major flaw was not only in my secular studies, but in my Judaic studies as well. My teachers talked about learning G-d’s Torah because it was holy, yet all they cared about was whether or not we passed the midterm or final. Everything and everyone was so cookie-cutter, it did not leave much room to embrace our differences. There were the A students, and the B and C students. Our mode of operation and social networking all

revolved around our grades.

Atarah Montessori Academy was born three years ago when I took a Developmental Psychology class and did a class presentation on Montessori education. I had heard of Montessori from my cousins, who opened Luria Academy in Brooklyn eight years ago.

The Montessori Method addresses the many flaws of traditional education. Maria Montessori founded the Montessori Method in the late 1800’s. She worked with children with special needs, altering the traditional way of teaching. She addressed each child’s individual learning styles and abilities. Her evident success sparked her inspiration for the method. It led her to ask, “Why do we assume that all children learn the same way?” Surely this same approach would be effective when dealing with any child, as no two children are exactly alike.

The Montessori Method not only recognizes differences; its goal is to cultivate them.

Prior to ever stepping foot into a classroom, children learn quite a bit without any help.

They learn to sit, crawl, stand, walk and talk on their own. Their development is a process that requires minimal interference. Yet, as soon as they enter school, children are told how to learn, and when they need to learn it.

Why? Traditional schools operate on the notion that children do not want to listen or learn and they need to be taught how to do it. How come no one had to tell that same child when and how to talk? Montessori recognized this major flaw. Her entire method is based on the concept that children want to learn. Children do not lose their natural desire to learn, they are educated out of it.

Montessori classrooms follow the child.

Teachers, known as directresses, do not teach the children; they facilitate their learning.

They guide the children along the continuum of their development following the child’s inner fascination and desire to acquire new information. Children are encouraged to

make choices within the structure of the classroom. This autonomy helps them learn that they are responsible for themselves and their education.

There are no rewards in the Montessori environment. You will not see any star charts or reward systems of any kind. The reason for this is simple: Learning is a reward in and of itself.

It is the acquisition of new information that propels the children to complete their lessons.

In Montessori classrooms, directresses are constantly asking the children questions. By asking a child questions, we assume they know the answer. This assumption alone gives the child the confidence to take a chance and answer. Many times, they are right and in the event they are not, they are never stigmatized for making a mistake.

All Montessori materials are auto didactic, which allows the children to correct themselves. There is little need for involvement from the teacher. Traditional education stigmatizes mistakes so much (correcting work and tests with a red pens), that by the time children finish the first grade, they are too scared to be creative because they might turn out to be wrong. This is a devastating tragedy.

The Montessori Method seamlessly falls

in line with the Jewish approach to education. Montessori’s child-centered philosophy is based on a passage from the Jewish King Solomon who said, “Educate a child according to his way and when he is older he will not stray from it.” Judaism embraces and encourages questioning and it does not believe in berating people’s mistakes either.

Of all of the similarities, Montessori’s idea of learning being the reward is the most profound. The point of learning Torah is for the sake of the learning itself. It is not for reward or performance. Torah is an integral part of the Jewish person, and when you make it about grades, Torah learning becomes a chore, and it loses the Holy Spirit.

If we want to address the challenges facing the Jewish people today, we must begin with the education of our children. They must be taught that Torah is not a fragmented part of their life. It is not for shul or high holidays, it guides us in daily living.

For information, contact Atarah Montessori Academy at 305-445-5444, ext.

206 or go online at <www.atarahacademy.org>. They are located at 3291 Franklin Ave, Coconut Grove.

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Emergency fund savings

BY MICHAEL RALEY President/CEO Baptist Health South Florida, Federal Credit Union

Do you have money saved for an emergency?

If you are like most people today, you probably have not put away funds for an emergency.

Financial Planners recommend that you should have a minimum of three month’s salary saved to cover a possible emergency! Six month’s would be better.

Three or six month’s salary seems like a lot of money right now. But, if you have an emergency such as a sudden loss of income from a major car wreck, excessive hurricane damage or a sudden family illness, three months or more of saved income will feel like a blessing.

If you do not have an emergency fund, start one today. Be prepared. That way you

RALEY’S ADVICE can avoid borrowing from your retirement fund or having to get a last minute loan from your credit union or bank. The best way to start saving is to have payroll deduction straight into an emergency fund account every payroll. Start with what you can afford, maybe $10 each payday and let it build.

Talk to your credit union or bank member service person soon. They will gladly open a savings account for you and even name it Emergency Fund. You can watch it grow until you reach your goal. Remember, saving three month’s salary is good. Six months is better. Don’t wait, start now.

Michael Raley may be reached at <mraley@bhsffcu.org>

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Officer Junior Vigil promoted to sargeant

BY RENE G. LANDA Acting Chief of Police

It gives me great pleasure today to announce the promotion of Officer Junior Vijil to the rank of Sergeant of Police.

Before becoming a police officer, Junior Vijil graduated from Miami Senior High School and subsequently enlisted with the Unites States Marine Corp. for a 4-year tour.

He served with honor and quickly ascended to the rank of Corporal.

After returning home, he found an interest in law enforcement and wasted no time by registering for the next police academy class. In November 2006, Junior Vijil graduated the police academy with exceptional ranking and applied to the City of South Miami Police Department.

On June 26, 2007, Junior Vijil was hired as a police officer and so began his new and productive career. During his tenure, he has been nominated numerous times for the

AROUND TOWN, from page 1 So, everything was dandy, or so thought Warren. But Sue Belle had other plans. One day, she hid a tape recorder right inside her voluminous brassiere, snuggled up to Warren and got him to say some things that might be interpreted as, well, not quite right. Next thing you know, she was off to the local constabulary, just proud as a peacock that she might have gotten her best buddy to say something egregious. But things didn’t go quite how she had hoped. The police said that Warren didn’t do anything wrong, and sent Sue Belle on her merry little way.

For years, Sue Belle and Warren continued to be friends, going places together, and of course, chatting about everything under the sun in tiny little Mudville. They chatted about pests in the council hall, the undergarment lost-and-found, other people, and from time to time, other politicians.

Now for some reason or other, some say a conversation, others say a tip-off, Sue Belle went back to the police and told them that maybe her longtime friend, Councilman Warren, just might truly be involved in some shenanigans. So before too long, there was a court order and Sue Belle agreed to tape record phone conversations that she was having with her good friend.

So, as these things happen, Sue Belle called her buddy and was tape recording him for the second time in as many years, and told him that she was going to “help out” Fred, their mutual friend, who also happened to be the chairman of the town council. Now, Warren, being perhaps wise beyond his years,

Outstanding Officer of the Month Award for a variety of accomplishments and exceptional service. He received the Officer of the Month Award for the months of February, April, and June of 2010. Further, he was also nominated for the LEO Awards in 2011 for his excellent service in the Special Investigations Unit. Officer Vijil is an exemplary member of the Honor Guard and Field Training Officer Unit.

In March 2013, Officer Junior Vijil found the courage to finally take the sergeant’s promotional exam. As expected, he excelled once again and ranked number 1 on the promotional list.

Now here we are today, celebrating an enormous step in his career. Sergeant Junior Vijil will now be faced with complex challenges and obstacles as he begins to move forward.

However, we are all confident that he will continue to excel and impress us with the productivity, quality of work, and leadership abilities that he has demonstrated.

realized that the “help” Sue Belle was suggesting was, well, illegal, so he just listened and didn’t respond. Soon thereafter, Sue Belle found out that her little trap didn’t work and she was mighty disappointed that was the case. But, she didn’t stop there, no siree – thank you very much.

Sue Belle was sure she could come up with something illicit, and she persisted. Finally, based upon recorded conversations that she had with Fred, the council chairman was arrested.

Warren became a better person upon finding out that Sue Belle had tried to get him twice and failed twice. And Fred, who many thought of as one of the nicest guys in town, learned a very valuable lesson. Many weren’t, and still aren’t, really sure what to say about Sue Belle, now that just about everyone knows what she did to two of her friends.

Anyway, business got good for the lawyers, as is often the case in these matters. And of course the rumor mill, which went into overdrive with Fred’s arrest, still hasn’t quite slowed down.

Folks do want things to return to normal.

But, everyone knows that things will never quite be the same in Mudville, as they wonder how many of their phone calls, sit-downs or face-to-face chats over at the barber shop may have been recorded by smiley, friendly, little ol’ Sue Belle.

Thought of the Day: Never allow someone to be your priority while allowing yourself to be their option.

— Anonymous Got any tips? Contact me at 305-6697355, ext. 249, or send emails to <Michael@communitynewspapers.com>.

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Oral Health Advice Dr. Larry Kessler, Periodontist WORD OF MOUTH Q: My son wants to try out for his high school basketball team. How can I explain to him the importance of using a protective mouth appliance? Since I am a huge fan of both college and professional basketball, I am cheering him on to join the team. Being keenly aware of the physical intensity in heavy contact sports such as football, soccer, hockey, baseball, encouraging the use of an appliance is a responsible suggestion.

He may be apprehensive about wearing it.

He may be nervous that he will be made fun of. However, some of my friends even have an appliance that they wear to sleep.

A: First and foremost, your son should understand your concern and appreciate that you are being proactive when it comes to his wellbeing. Mouth guards or biteplates or night guards are wonderful devices. They have many benefits, including helping to protect against breakage of the teeth, lacerations of the tongue and concussions. All of these injuries can result in Emergency Room visits, which are frequently seen in these contact sports.

Sadly, most sports injuries are orofacial in nature, resulting in unnecessary damage to the mouth area. In most situations, injuries could have been avoided if mouth guards or biteplates were part of the required safety equipment given to each player.

Have your son talk to the coach about wearing a mouth guard. His slam-dunk idea could score points before even going on the court.

As far as the appliance your friends wear at night, although the concept is similar,

they may wear them for different reasons.

People who clench or grind their teeth may see uneven wear and tear on the top of their teeth. Teeth may become flat and shiny, or broken or chipped surfaces on the teeth may also be seen or felt.

TMJ, which I addressed in a previous article, can also result from clenching or grinding teeth at night. TMJ symptoms include headaches, earaches, neck discomfort and stiff, sore or limited movement of the muscles and ligaments of the jaw.

Those who have TMJ should consider having an acrylic appliance constructed.

Q: Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the talk I hear lately about removing wisdom teeth? Is it necessary?

A: The correct question is whether there is enough room in your jaw for the wisdom teeth, or third molars, to come in. Most people lack sufficient space because the teeth are buried, partially erupt or erupt on an angle. This causes pain and could compromise the second molars. Crowding of the teeth can also result in collecting food and bone loss.

The best time to remove the wisdom teeth is between the ages of 18 and 25. The bone will regenerate more easily during this stage of life, rather than later when regeneration materials would be needed to rebuild behind the second molars.

If your father is a big-boned man and your mom is a petite lady, you are more likely to inherit his big teeth and her small jaw. In this case, you would not have adequate spacing for 32 teeth. An oral surgeon would need to be consulted.

Dr. Kesslerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office is located in the Dadeland Medical Building, 7400 N. Kendall Drive, directly across the street from Dadeland Shopping Mall and he may be reached at 305-670-3800 or at Lkgums@aol.com.

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Health & Fitness News you can use! Eye surgery has a great visual impact

BY ED DELATORRE

BSN Drink Up! Coffee sometime gets bad press and some may have to reduce or remove coffee from their diets for health reasons but if you’ve been indulging in a cup of freshly brewed at Deli Lane there’s no reason to feel guilty.

Coffee is rich in antioxidants which fight free radicals, reduce LDL cholesterol & enhances brain function. Decaffeinated coffee offers these same benefits. A recent study finds that men who drank coffee regularly had higher testosterone levels, a reduction of heart disease and improvements in blood sugar regulation.

While you’re enjoying your next cup why not add a little cinnamon to it?

Cinnamon contains cinnamic acid and antioxidants called phenols. This combination improves both insulin metabolism and blood sugar control, decreases inflammation and promotes blood vessel health.

All you need to add is half a teaspoon ( 1 gram ). One last note folks. I’m referring to regular coffee, not those sugary, fat-laden drinks from your trendy neighborhood coffee house.

(Nutrition, 28:11651171, 2012), (Nutrition 28:11941195), (Nutrition Journal, 11:86, 2012) How Young Do You Look?

If you look old for your age your chances of having a heart attack or developing heart disease goes up 57% and 39% respectively.

The University of Copenhagen in Denmark studied 11,000 people living in Denmark and determined there was a relationship

between markers of old age and heart disease. Markers of premature aging include receding hairlines, balding, creased earlobes and fatty deposits around the eyelids.

Now put down the mirror and hit the gym.

(Nov. 6, 2012, press briefing, annual meeting, American Heart Association, Los Angeles, with: Anne Tybjaerg-Hansen, M.D., professor of clinical biochemistry, University of Copenhagen, Denmark?

David A. Friedman, M.D., chief, Heart Failure Services, North ShoreLIJ’s Plainview Hospital, Plainview, N.Y.?

Kenneth Ong, M.D., acting chief, cardiology, Brooklyn Hospital Center, New York City) How Music Benefits Your Workout.

Listening to the right tunes can improve your workout, your performance during competition and help you to recover and relax after work or a workout.

The faster the beat it seems the harder and longer an individual works.

(Schwartzmiller, M. (2003) Effects of music tempo on spontaneous cycling performance.

Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation, 23, 384), (Johnson, V. (2004). Effect of musical style on spontaneous exercise performance.

Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation, 24, 357), (Kapingst, A. (2010). Effect of music components on exercise. Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation, 30, 272) Ed Delatorre, BSN has over 25 years of experience in the health & fitness industry.

He works in South Miami and has trained thousands of individuals over the course of 25 years. You may reach Ed at 305-6139920 or write to him at <edsbootcamp@gmail.com>.

BY CARLOS WOLF, M.D.

Eye surgery is one of my favorite cosmetic surgeries to perform because of the dramatic impact it has on facial appearance.

Prior to having eye surgery, a patient should consult with his or her physician to determine goals. The physician will then evaluate and assess the patient’s facial features to determine whether the brow (forehead) is drooping or the eyelids are the problem. If the eyelid is the cause of concern, here’s how that problem can be resolved: Eyelid surgery can be performed several different ways. Upper eyelid surgery is done by removing the excess skin that is drooping or hanging over. In many cases, there is an area in the middle of the upper lid that contains excess fat.

This is also removed – very carefully!

Some surgeons remove a small part of the muscle, while others choose to leave the muscle.

After ensuring that all bleeding has stopped, the incisions are closed with sutures. In some cases, glue is used to close the incisions. The surgery is usually performed using local anesthesia and intravenous sedation (twilight sleep).

Upper eyelid surgery may be performed alone or together with lower eyelid surgery. Both of these procedures can be performed at the same time as other facial or body surgeries.

Lower eyelid surgery may also be done in various different ways. The traditional surgery involves making an incision through the skin and muscle to remove the excess fat that causes the bulging effect. Usually, there are three compartments of fat that need to be removed – just right! Too much fat removal and the eye will look sunken in; too little and the patient will need more surgery! So, the goal is to remove just the right amount of fat so that the eye has a pleasant, well-rested appearance.

Now for the twist: Over the past several years, many surgeons are choosing to not remove the fat, but rather to transfer it into areas of the eye that are deficient, and stitch it into place. After treating the fat, excess skin and sometimes muscle are removed and the incision is closed using the suture technique preferred by the doctor.

Eye surgery may be done by transconjunctival approach – where an incision is made inside of the eyelid so as not to have an external incision. This method is done when skin removal is not needed.

The excess fat or fat deficiency is treated the same way as in the open approach.

Although eye surgery treats a small area of the face, it produces big results!

Stay tuned for the next article, which will discuss brow lifting.

Dr. Wolf ’s office is located at 8940 N. Kendall Dr., Suite 903E. He may be reached at 305-595-2969 or at <www.miamiplasticsurgery.com>.

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250 teachers attend Launch Brunch of the Fairchild Challenge

BY ALEXANDRA CURBELO

More than 250 middle and high school teachers attended the 2013-14 Launch Brunch of the Fairchild Challenge on Aug. 24, the successful multidisciplinary STEM education competition which now reaches 130,000 students in South Florida at more than 260 schools from PreK-12.

“We are very excited this year to enhance Fairchild Challenge’s musical component by partnering with the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami,” said Amy Padolf, director of education at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. “Their involvement will ensure that the musical program will be authentic and meaningful for students of all ages.”

Early in the program, the Fairchild Palms volunteer professional group, led by Chris Cakov, president, presented the Fairchild Challenge with a donation of $15,000 to help fund the challenges, programs and activities to be conducted throughout the new school year.

Teachers in attendance commended the Fairchild Palms for their donation and support.

“Programs like the Fairchild Challenge take the classroom one step further into the real world, the kids look forward to it — and it’s fun,” said science teacher Pam Shlachtman from Palmetto High School, who has been involved with the Challenge since it started.

“The Challenge is very enriching for children,” said Cheryl Goodman, an art teacher at South Miami Middle School, a nine-year veteran of the Challenge. “Some of my students are not taught at home about the environment, so this opens up a new world for them especially when they take ownership of the ideas they are learning and look at things in a different way.”

The 2013-14 Fairchild Challenge curriculum provides teachers with additional professional development opportunities such as videos and tutorials online.

Students will have the unique opportunity of studying in Fairchild Garden’s new Pictured (l-r) are Marcie Voce, Amy Padolf, Chris Cavok, Lourdes Fernandez, Margaret Holmes and Andrew Quarrie.

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Pictured (l-r) are William Longo, Amy Padolf and Cassandra Eisenreich.

state-of-the-art DiMare Science Village and Labs and be awarded scholarships extending their involvement from high school to the university level, all aimed at promoting research, life-long learning and nurturing a future career in the sciences.

This year’s exciting challenges celebrate the 75th Anniversary of Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden by incorporating the work of David Fairchild. Projects include cooking, cultural and career exploration, environmental debate, conservation plan development, citizen science, landscape design and rendering, creative writing, gardening, and — for the first time — a musical performance representing environmental awareness that includes time lapse videos and stories about ecosystems told through music and using both traditional and nontraditional instruments.

William Longo, a graduate teaching assistant from the Frost School of Music, will work closely with students on the musical component of the Fairchild Challenge.

“We are especially grateful to Frost School of Music Dean Shelly Berg for graciously partnering with us and offering the support of the school and its talented faculty and students,” Padolf added.

Now beginning its 12th year, the Fairchild Challenge has grown significantly since its inception in 2002 with a Global Competition component that includes Satellite Partner sites from California to Colombia.

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is located at 10901 Old Cutler Rd. in Coral Gables. For information call 305-667-1651 or visit <www.fairchildgarden.org>.

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RAY CHEN, violin • JULIO ELIZALDE, piano RICHARD GOODE, piano ISABEL LEONARD • VLAD IFTINCA, piano

28th Fun-filled Season The Okee Dokee Brothers – Children’s Concert OKEE DOKEE BROTHERS – in collaboration with Festival Miami Strike Up The Band • GREATER MIAMI SYMPHONIC BAND A Family Music Party • TROUT FISHING IN AMERICA Musical Capers • FLORIDA YOUTH ORCHESTRA Peter & the Wolf • FROST SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Ballet is Beautiful • MIAMI CITY BALLET PRINCIPAL DANCERS

December 15, 2013 January 12, 2014 January 26, 2014 February 16, 2014 March 16, 2014 May 18, 2014

October 27, 2013 December 1, 2013 January 19, 2014 February 23, 2014 March 23, 2014 April 27, 2014

(Dancers appear courtesy Lourdes Lopez, Miami City Ballet Artistic Director)

305-271-7150 • Gusman Concert Hall • UM • 1314 Miller Dr. • Coral Gables For tickets and information, go to www.sundaymusicals.org

This program is sponsored in part by Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, the Mayor, the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners, Funding Arts Network, The Miami Salon Group, Citizens Interested in Arts, and with the support of the City of Coral Gables, by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, Whole Foods Market, Coral Gables, and our many generous underwriters, supporters, advertisers and friends.

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Fall Star Party (Hunter’s Moon) at Fruit and Spice Park, Oct. 11

BY CATHY GUERRA

Astronomy buffs are invited to the Fall Star Party (Hunter’s Moon) on Friday, Oct. 11, 7-10 p.m., at the Fruit and Spice Park, 24801 SW 187 Ave. in Homestead.

Organized by the Southern Cross Astronomical Society and the Fruit and Spice Park, this free event will feature a moonlight tram tour of the park and the Southern Cross Astronomical Society will have hi-tech telescopic equipment available for stargazing.

Guests also can sit around the campfire for storytelling, and can bring their own marshmallows for toasting. Grilled food specialties and soft drinks will be available

for purchase. Bring blankets or chairs.

Admission is free. For more information, call the Fruit and Spice Park at 305-2475727.

The Fruit and Spice Park, operated by the Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department, grows more than 500 varieties of sub-tropical fruits, herbs, spices, vegetables and nuts from around the world on 39 lush acres in the agricultural Redland. The park offers daily botanical tours, fruit tasting and naturalist led workshops.

For more information, visit <www.fruitandspicepark.org>. For information about Miami-Dade County Parks call 3-1-1, or visit <www.miamidade.gov/parks/>.

Coconut Grove Arts and Historical Assn. announces officers for 2013

BY MELISSA NOBLES

The Coconut Grove Arts and Historical Association, producer of the annual Coconut Grove Arts Festival, recently announced its officers for 2013.

The 2013 officers are: Marshall Steingold, chair; Carlos Chialastri, chairelect; Donna Sweeny, secretary, and Lola Garcia, treasurer. The past chair is Jack Eads and the president is Monty Trainer.

The Coconut Grove Arts and Historical Association is a non-profit organization that helps to fund year-round arts programs. The association also maintains the Coconut Grove Arts Festival Gallery and

presents special exhibitions throughout the year from its location at the Shoppes at Mayfair. Since its inception in 1963, the association has awarded more than $100,000 in scholarships to students who attend fine arts programs in local schools.

The Coconut Grove Arts Festival consistently has been named one of the best fine arts festivals in the nation by Sunshine Artist magazine and remains the top-voted outdoor arts festival in the history of the magazine’s 200 Best.

For information on the 51st annual Coconut Grove Arts Festival scheduled for Feb. 15-17, 2014, visit online at <www.CGAF.com>.

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Lauren’s Kids Foundation announces launch of new specialty license plate

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BY LEE STEPHENS

The Lauren’s Kids Foundation recently announced the launch of its new specialty license plate, unveiling a design created by internationally acclaimed artist Romero Britto to focus attention on child sexual abuse prevention. The plate, titled “Love and Healing,” can be pre-ordered at laurenskids.org/plates, with proceeds going to support Lauren’s Kids’ education and awareness activities.

“Nothing is more important than keeping Florida’s innocent children safe, and through the sale of these license plates we will be able to greatly expand our efforts,” said Lauren Book, child sexual abuse survivor and founder of Lauren’s Kids. “This presents an opportunity for others not only to contribute to the cause, but to serve as rolling ‘billboards’ raising awareness within their communities while doing it.”

The specialty plate features a stylized rendition of the Lauren’s Kids logo designed by acclaimed contemporary pop artist Romero Britto. Britto is known for his use of pulsating colors and bold patterns as a visual language of hope and happiness. He has created artwork for such

companies as Disney, Coca-Cola and Audi, and his work is prominently displayed on buildings and in galleries in South Florida and around the world.

“I decided to title this piece ‘Love and Healing’ because those sentiments are the driving force behind Lauren Book and the Lauren’s Kids Foundation,” Britto said.

“Lauren is on a mission to help and to heal survivors of sexual abuse, and to prevent others from having to live through the unthinkable nightmare she endured as a child.”

Everyone — from supporters of the Lauren’s Kids Foundation mission to Florida art enthusiasts and all who care about children — can pre-order the plate using a voucher system. The vouchers cost $35.50 in addition to regular registration fees (fee will be applied to the plate purchase).

To pre-order go online to <http://laurenskids.org/plates/>, by visiting a local tax collector’s office or through a private license plate agency. Once Floridians make the purchase, they will receive a Specialty License Plate Voucher Receipt. After 1,000 vouchers have been sold, production will begin and voucher holders will be notified that they can exchange their voucher for a specialty plate.

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Do you or someone you know have Facial Acne?

FXM Research in Miami is looking for males and females 12 years of age or older that suffer from Facial Acne, to participate in an seven [7] study-visit clinical research study. Medical Insurance is not required for study participation.

Qualified participants will receive: • Evaluation by a Board Certified Dermatologist.

• Investigational Study Medication at no cost.

• Reimbursement for time and travel up to USD $350.00.

¿Tiene usted o alguien que usted conoce Acné Facial?

FXM Research en Miami está buscando hombres y mujeres de 12 años de edad o más que padecen de Acné Facial, para participar en un estudio clínico de investigación que requiere de siete [7] visitas. No se requiere seguro médico para su participación en el estudio.

Los participantes que califiquen recibirán: • Evaluaciones por un Dermatólogo Certificado.

• Los medicamentos del estudio bajo investigación sin costo alguno.

• Un reembolso por tiempo y transporte hasta $350.00.

For more information please call:

Para más información por favor llame al:

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Do you or someone you know have Atopic Dermatitis (Also known as Eczema)?

FXM Research in Miami is looking for males and females 18 to 65 years of age that suffer from Atopic Dermatitis (dry, red, scaling patches throughout your body with or without itchiness), to participate in a nine (9) study visit clinical research study. Medical Insurance is not required for study participation.

Qualified participants will receive: • Evaluation by a Board Certified Dermatologist.

• Investigational Study Medication at no cost.

• Reimbursement for time and travel up to USD $540.00.

¿Tiene usted o alguien que usted conoce Dermatitis Atópica (También conocida como Eczema)?

FXM Research en Miami está buscando a hombres y mujeres de 18 a 65 años de edad que padecen de Dermatitis Atópica (parches de resequedad, enrojecimiento, descamación en su cuerpo con o sin picazón), para participar en un estudio clínico de investigación que requiere de nueve (9) visitas. No se requiere seguro médico para su participación en el estudio.

Los participantes que califiquen recibirán: • Evaluaciones por un Dermatólogo Certificado.

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Federal grant to boost UniversityCity, a transportation hub planned for FIU

BY MAYDEL SANTANA-BRAVO

A public-private partnership led by Florida International University (FIU) has won an $11.4 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation to improve connectivity between the university’s west Miami-Dade campus, the neighboring city of Sweetwater and other parts of MiamiDade County.

The Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER) program grant will allow FIU and its partners, including the Miami-Dade Transportation Authority, Miami-Dade Expressway Authority, Florida Department of Transportation, City of Sweetwater, IBM and engineering firm T.Y. Lin International, to move forward with UniversityCity.

The project is of regional significance because it will create a transit-oriented development district, while connecting east and west Miami-Dade County, further solidifying FIU and its surrounding neighborhoods as the innovation, cultural and athletic center for west Miami-Dade.

UniversityCity was conceived as a $124 million project that will link the Modesto A. Maidique Campus to bus rapid transit (BRT), Miami International Airport and other key points in South Florida. The TIGER grant will allow for work to begin immediately on the following elements of the project: • A pedestrian bridge across SW Eighth Street, and streetscape enhancements linking the Modesto A. Maidique Campus with neighboring Sweetwater at 109th Avenue, where a privately funded student-focused housing apartment building already is under construction. A second residential option for FIU students is in development.

• Access improvements to the entrances of the Modesto A. Maidique Campus and to the 109th Avenue area in Sweetwater, across from campus.

• Smart Parking Software System in part-

nership with IBM that would alert smart phone users as to available spaces in a new FIU garage. The same application would contain real-time information about transportation, including the new advanced bus system with which Miami-Dade Transit is planning to connect west Miami-Dade County with the Miami Intermodal Center at the airport.

“UniversityCity will be one of the most tangible, meaningful solutions we help provide for South Floridians because it involves improved transportation, jobs and economic development,” said FIU president Mark B. Rosenberg. “It took our entire congressional delegation and the hard work of many at FIU, as well as in the City of Sweetwater, Miami-Dade County, and the State of Florida to put together this winning proposal.”

UniversityCity is one of several transportation projects funded this year by TIGER grants, including two others in Florida.

“This is great news for the UniversityCity project,” said U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz. “Thanks to this TIGER funding, FIU students will be able to walk from their student housing to class through a pedestrian bridge across Southwest Eighth Street.

“The innovative technological upgrades to the FIU garage will make it easier to find parking and check the BRT schedule. More jobs will be created in our community thanks to this grant, and I look forward to celebrating the project’s success with everyone in South Florida,” she added.

U.S. Rep. Joe Garcia, whose district includes FIU, said he is pleased with the grant.

“I commend the leadership and vision of president Rosenberg, as we work together to enrich FIU and the South Florida community,” Garcia said.

For more information about FIU, visit online at <www.fiu.edu/>.

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Fairchild TBG accepting entries for Bird Festival photo contest

Ibises at Fairchild

by Gaby Orihuela

BY ROBERT HAMILTON

Calling all amateur photographers!

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is now accepting entries for its “Birds of South Florida” Photo Contest as part of the Bird Festival presented by Fairchild and the Tropical Audubon Society on Oct. 12 and 13.

Entering the contest is free. Photo submissions must be sent with the online registration form completed and attached via email to Vanessa Cook at <vcook@fairchildgarden.org> by Friday, Sept. 27.

More information and registration forms are available at <www.fairchildgarden.org>.

Environmental Leadership Workshop set to inspire local citizens toward action

BY CELESTE DE PALMA

Facilitated by Tropical Audubon Society (TAS), South Florida’s nonprofit Voice of Conservation, numerous environmental and area business partners have come together to host the Environmental Leadership Workshop at Deering Estate on Oct. 5-6.

The interactive event will provide local citizens with the necessary tools to become agents of change in the community. Expert panelists will cover an array of environmental topics ranging from local conservation issues, grassroots organizing and diversity, to crafting your message, navigating political channels, engaging via social media and nonprofit fundraising.

A variation of TAS’s Annual Conservation Workshop, the Environmental Leadership Workshop focuses on fostering and training tomorrow’s local environmental leaders by partnering with environmental organizations and eco-conscious business leaders to cover a wide range of opportunities and develop skill sets transferable to any field.

The weekend Environmental Leadership Workshop will connect the private and non-

profit sectors with fresh talent to help reshape Miami’s ecological future. Each day begins with field trips and yoga, followed by a networking breakfast.

Day One is filled with a series of 40minute lectures outlining key environmental issues affecting South Florida: Everglades and Water, the Health of area Estuaries, Land Use and Connectivity, and Sea Level Rise. A Tour of historic Deering Estate, followed by a Legacy Circle Wine Reception, courtesy of Republic National Distributing Company, will close the day.

Day Two will offer tracks on diversity in conservation, grassroots organizing, public speaking, fundraising for nonprofits and communicating via traditional and social media.

Sunset Kayak and Boat Trips will crown the event. Interested parties can register by clicking the live link listed at <www.tropicalaudubon.org>. Scholarships for students are available; inquire at <outreach@tropicalaudubon.org>. If you want to sponsor a student for the entire workshop, go to <www.tropicalaudubon.org>, click on the “Donate today” button and help promote environmental stewardship in Miami.

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Cancer Support Community gets $30K grant for programs

BY LEE STEPHENS

According to American Cancer Society’s 2012 statistics, one in every two men and one in every three women will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime.

Over the course of this year, 2013, approximately 100,000 new cases of cancer will be diagnosed within the state of Florida alone. Those numbers are overwhelming in print. However, for those actually diagnosed, the time that follows this information is often crowded with fear and great concern; both for patients and their loved ones.

For more than 11 years, the Cancer Support Community Greater Miami (CSCGM) has helped over 21,000 people impacted by cancer improve their quality of life by providing free educational and

emotional support programs. CSCGM is part of an international organization that is the merging of The Wellness Community– National and Gilda’s Club Worldwide.

Since 2010 these two organizations are now one operating as the Cancer Support Community (CSC) with their world affiliate headquarters in Washington, DC. CSC is considered to be the worldwide leader in psychosocial oncology and their local Miami affiliate works in conjunction with South Florida’s leading oncology professionals and cancer centers.

In keeping with the core mission to provide the most comprehensive psychosocial oncology care, CSCGM recently applied for, and was awarded, a $30,000 grant from The Dr. John T. Macdonald Foundation. These funds have been earmarked to bring the CSC National Program, CancerSupportSource

(CSS) to Miami-Dade participants.

“We are grateful to The Dr. John T. Macdonald Foundation for this generous grant,” said Danielle Spiegelman, Cancer Support Community Greater Miami executive director. “As a member of South Florida healthcare community, the Cancer Support Community Greater Miami is committed to providing patient-centered care in the face of a cancer diagnosis.

These funds assist our efforts as we strive to deliver and advance quality care for the newly diagnosed and those living with cancer in our community.”

CSC National has developed the first comprehensive distress screening program created specifically for the Cancer Support Communities worldwide, communitybased hospitals, physician practices and advocacy organizations to integrate screen-

ing, referral and follow-up care, through a single, streamlined, program. Grant funds from The Dr. John T. Macdonald Foundation will be used to implement this cutting edge program at the local level.

Routine screening for social and emotional distress is a key component to comprehensive quality cancer care and is a recommendation of the 2008 Institute of Medicine’s Report, Cancer Care for the Whole Patient, Meeting Psychosocial Health Needs. Additionally, it is part of the new patient standards from the American College of Surgeon’s Commission on Cancer, which states that beginning in 2015, all cancer patients must be screened for distress if seen in an accredited cancer center. CancerSupportSource helps cancer centers meet those critical standards easily and effectively.

Hector Wiltz Jr., M.D.

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But, in some cases, with good care and a combination of medical and surgical treatment, or medical treatment alone, a ferret may be able to live with this condition for a number of years. Prednisolone is a medication that is commonly administered orally to ferrets with insulinoma to improve glucose metabolism. Prednisolone is currently not commercially available and must be compounded by pharmacists for use in ferrets. Diazoxide is used to treat ferrets with insulinoma once they become refractory to prednisolone therapy, and most veterinarians prefer to use a sugarless flavored compounded suspension provided by compounding pharmacists. Ask our compounding pharmacist for more information about customized medications for animals.

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Breast cancer survivors invited to celebrate at South Miami Hospital

BY PHYLLIS TEITELBAUM

Not for Women Only: Understanding Male Breast Cancer will be the focus of this year’s Your Bosom Buddies Breast Cancer Survivors Celebration. The free event for breast cancer survivors, their families and friends is set for Thursday, Oct. 3, 6-9 p.m., at South Miami Hospital’s Clarke Education Center, S. Dixie Highway (US1) and SW 62nd Avenue.

The featured speaker is health educator Scott Irwin. Heroines Choir, a singing group of local breast cancer survivors and their supporters, will open the program.

According to the American Cancer Society, this year there will be 2,240 cases of male breast cancer in our country.

“My grandfather was treated for breast cancer and I had my own scare with a breast lump that thankfully was not cancer,” Scott Irwin said. “I want to use my experience to raise awareness of this disease. Men, and the women who care about them, need to know about its risk factors, signs and symptoms.”

Other speakers at the celebration include Baptist Health breast surgeons Robert Derhagopian, MD; Gladys Giron, MD; Cristina Lopez-Penalver, MD; cancer specialist Grace Wang, MD, and plastic surgeon Brad Herman, MD. Katelynn Burke, Miss Miami Outstanding Teen, also will speak.

More than 20 community organizations will have exhibits of interest to breast cancer survivors. There will be music and a light dinner.

The event is free, but space is limited.

Reservations are required. Call 786596-3812 or send email ro <programs@BaptistHealth.net>.

The celebration is hosted by Your Bosom Buddies Breast Cancer Support Group.

“We began in 1997 as a small event just for our group, but because it was so well received, we expanded it into a much larger community event,” said Linda Burrowes, founder of Your Bosom Buddies. The support group meets the third Thursday of every month at South Miami Hospital.

For more information, visit BaptistHealth.net.

Heroines Choir, a singing group of breast cancer survivors and their supporters, will entertain at Your Bosom Buddies Breast Cancer Survivors Celebration at South Miami Hospital on Oct. 3.

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Coral Gables Hospital Announces the Arrival of the da Vinci® Si™ Surgical System

L to R: Mark Trowbridge, President & CEO Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce; Jim Cason, Mayor of the City of Coral Gables; Amadeo Cabral, MD; Jeffrey M. Welch, CEO Coral Gables Hospital; Rebeca Sosa, Commissioner of Miami Dade County; Cristina Jimenez, COO Coral Gables Hospital; Tomás Regalado, Mayor of the City of Miami

Coral Gables Hospital administration and medical staff joined dignitaries from the community in welcoming ANDI (Advanced Navigation Defining Innovation), the new da Vinci® Si™ Surgical System, to the hospital.

The da Vinci® Si™ has several unique features that can provide clinical benefits and efficiency in the operating room, some of which translate to potential patient benefits. The potential benefits of robotic-assisted surgeries may include: · Significantly less pain

· Decrease in blood loss · Less scarring · Fewer complications · Shorter hospital stay · Shorter Recovery Time · Faster return to normal daily activities · Better clinical outcomes Together, these technological advancements provide surgeons at Coral Gables Hospital with dexterity and control that enable a minimally invasive approach for many complex surgical procedures.

“At Coral Gables Hospital, we are

committed to providing our community with the best quality and some of the latest advancements in surgical options,” said Jeffrey M. Welch, chief executive officer of Coral Gables Hospital.

This acquisition complements the hospital’s goal of extending minimally invasive surgery to the broadest possible base of patients. It can be used for a multitude of procedures, including, but not limited to: single site cholecystectomy, colectomy, hernia repair, hysterectomy, oophorectomy and ovarian cyst surgery.

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Facial Plastic Surgery with Dr. Bustillo Dear Dr. Bustillo, I have been wondering about having a facelift done, but I am concerned about the scars. My neighbor had one done a few years ago and she has very visible scars in front of her ears. Her ears also look “pulled” down. Is this normal?

Beth No, this is not normal. The facelift scars should be barely perceptible to the eye.

The scars are usually visible if the tension was placed on the skin (i.e., the skin was pulled, instead of pulling the deeper SMAS/muscle layer) or the incisions were placed in the wrong place. For example, in front of the ear, they should be placed behind the tragus (the small cartilage in front of the ear). Behind the ear, they should be hidden inside the crease where the ear meets the head and then inside the hair (and not in the hairline). This last part is important, because incisions placed in the hairline may not allow you to wear your hair in a ponytail. The fact that her ears seem pulled down (this deformity actually has a name....”pixie ears”) makes it likely that the surgery was done by pulling on the skin.

Consult with a surgeon that has experience performing the facelift procedure.

Good luck,

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East Ridge at Cutler Bay to Host Panel Discussion on Moving to a Retirement Community

By Sharon Galler Residents of East Ridge at Cutler Bay will spotlight an event, “Moving to a Retirement Community,”Thursday, Sept. 26 from 12:00 pm. to 2:00 pm., and will be sharing personal advice and insights about their decision to choose a life care community.

The public is invited to attend the East Ridge event by calling 305-256-3564 to RSVP. This is an opportunity to hear firsthand experiences of people who made the decision to move to the continuing care retirement community.

Featured East Ridge residents include Betty White, Paula Knowlton, Shirley Fountain, Richard Michael and Bessie and Lawrence Adams.

Among the topics they will discuss is how they began researching retirement options; starting the discussion with their families; and tackling downsizing and parting with years of collecting and saving.

“Their poignant first-hand accounts will offer the audience valuable insights by people who are enjoying the benefits of the East Ridge lifestyle,”explained Director of Sales Rick Drew.

Located at 19301 SW 87th Ave., East Ridge at Cutler Bay is South MiamiDade’s only true life care community and offers a continuum of care, including independent living, assisted living, respite care and short and long-term skilled nursing care. For more information or a personal tour, please call (305) 2563564 or visit www.eastridgerc.com.

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Seaquarium’s Totally Teachers Weekend! Mindful Kids Miami brings after school adds up to savings for school employees mindfulness practice to Fairchild TBG

BY MARITZA ARCEO-LOPEZ

During Totally Teachers Weekend!, Saturday, Oct. 12, and Sunday, Oct. 13, Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach County teachers and school employees, in both private and public schools, will receive free admission to Miami Seaquarium, plus a discount for up to four guests at 50 percent off of regular admission.

Teachers also may enter to win a free fieldtrip to Miami Seaquarium at the Education Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Only one trip will be awarded each day. Teachers must show a valid school ID card or pay stub along with a picture ID to redeem the discount. The offer is only valid on regular admission to Miami Seaquarium and is not combinable with any other offer.

“Totally Teachers Weekend! is our special way of saying ‘thank you’ to our teachers for the important role they play in educating the children in our communities,” said Andrew Hertz, general manager at Miami Seaquarium.

“We encourage teachers to take advantage of this great offer and enjoy the park.”

For more than 50 years, Miami Seaquarium has been a firm advocate of

marine life conservation and education.

Through its current interactive educational programs, Miami Seaquarium continues its mission of educating students of all ages about the wonders of marine life.

It hosts several educational programs throughout the year, such as: Day Camps, Spring Camp, Home School Days, Girl Scout and Boy Scout Days and “Mommy and Me,” a program for mothers and young children. In addition, the park hosts thousands of local students for educational fieldtrips year round.

Teachers are invited to visit the Education Center at Miami Seaquarium during Totally Teachers Weekend! for more information on educational programs offered at Miami Seaquarium.

Miami Seaquarium, South Florida’s most popular tourist attraction, is a family-oriented marine-life park open to the public 365 days a year. The park provides visitors with a greater understanding and appreciation for marine life through shows, presentations and marine-life exhibits. General admission to Miami Seaquarium is $39.95 and $29.95 for children (ages 3-9). More information on Miami Seaquarium is available at <www.miamiseaquarium.com>.

BY ROBERT HAMILTON

The new school year is here and Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is offering a new after school program for children ages 7-10 — Mindful Kids Miami. This 10session program takes place every Tuesday from Sept. 24 to Nov. 26, 4:30-5:15 p.m., in Fairchild’s Visitor Center Ballroom.

Kids will learn how to incorporate mindfulness into their lives through games, yoga, exercises, relaxation and kindness practices. Classes are taught by Mindful Kids Miami’s seasoned professionals who have been teaching yoga and mindfulness for years.

The goal of teaching mindfulness is to improve attention, reduce stress and build empathy while decreasing anxiety, hostility

and impulsive behavior. A study published in the Journal of Applied School Psychology found that elementary schoolchildren who were taught to integrate mindful awareness practices in a classroom setting had improvements in behavioral regulation, metacognition, and overall executive functioning (Flook et al, 2010).

This is an after school activity for kids to sharpen their minds while relieving any stressors that may be bothering them.

Whether their anxiety comes from taking tests, making new friends or completing homework, mindfulness works to alleviate it.

The fee for 10 sessions is $150 for Fairchild members and $200 for non-members. Call 305-667-1651, ext. 3322, to reserve a spot.

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Ghosts Tours returning to Deering Estate at Cutler

BY CATHY GUERRA

In partnership with the League of Paranormal Investigators, the Deering Estate at Cutler offers a variety of Ghost Tours and Paranormal Investigations.

Hear about the sightings and experiences from the actual paranormal investigations of the Deering Estate at Cutler and see for yourself the evidence recorded on video, photographs, and audio. There are three types of tours offered: the Deering Estate “Spookover,” the “Be Your Own Investigator” Ghost Tour and the new “Voices of the Past” Investigative Ghost Tour.

Tickets can be purchased in advance online at <www.deeringestate.org> for an additional fee or by calling the Deering Estate Ticket Office at 305-235-1668, ext.

233. In order to ensure that guests have a more personal experience during each of the tours, space is limited and it is recommended that you purchase tickets in advance.

For private tours or your own overnight paranormal experience, call the Deering Estate at Cutler Visitor Services Office at 305-235-1668, ext. 242.

Deering Estate “Spookover:” Fridays, Oct. 4; Nov. 1; Mar. 21, 2014, and Apr. 25, 2014. Hours are 11 p.m. to 4 a.m., $65 per person.

Experience the Deering Estate at Cutler overnight when the lights are out. The League of Paranormal Investigators (LPI) will take guests to the most active locations on the estate where you can investigate and attempt communication with the spirits that roam in the historic houses and main grounds. Equipment used to detect spectral presences such as pendulums, dowsing rods, EMF meters, voice recorders and cameras are welcome.

This is not a sleepover; guests will investigate and participate in activities all night.

Please dress comfortably. Bring your own flashlight, mosquito repellant and any equipment you wish to use. Light snacks and refreshments will be served. Tour may contain mature subject matter.

“Be Your Own Investigator” Ghost Tour: Thursdays, Sept. 19; Oct. 17; Oct. 25, and Dec. 19. Hours are 7-9 p.m.

Cost is $30 per person.

“Be Your Own Investigator” and become part of the Paranormal Investigative Team as we discover evidence and occurrences with the League of Paranormal Investigators.

Please dress comfortably. Bring your own flashlight, mosquito repellant and any equipment you wish to use. Pendulums, dowsing rods, EMF meters, voice recorders and cameras are welcome. Tour may contain mature subject matter.

“Voices Of The Past” Investigative Ghost Tour – New: Thursdays, Oct. 10; Nov. 21, and Feb. 20, 2014.

Hours are 7-9 p.m. Cost is $20 per person.

See, hear and witness the paranormal evidence collected at the historical Deering Estate by the League of Paranormal Investigators. You will witness strange anomalies on video, hear recordings of disembodied voices, witness video of communication with spirits and see photographs of full body apparitions as we take you around the grounds and historical houses where you can also attempt to perform a part of an investigation yourself — if you dare. Dress comfortably. Tour may contain mature subject matter.

The Deering Estate at Cutler, a MiamiDade County Park, is located at 16701 SW 72 Ave. This 444-acre natural and archeological preserve and historic site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and serves as a center for education, culture and recreation. For more information on the Deering Estate’s educational and cultural programs, visit <www.deeringestate.org>.

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Deering Estate at Cutler to offer Four days and nights of Halloween guests free admission on Sept. 21 fun coming to Miami Seaquarium

BY CATHY GUERRA

The Deering Estate at Cutler will offer free admission to all guests on Saturday, Sept. 21, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., as part of the annual Fee-Free PLAY Days.

Guests can enjoy complimentary admission as well as hands-on eco-art activities, science discovery programs, and historic house tours — all for free. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.

The Fee-Free PLAY Days were created to honor the Deering Estate’s partner organizations and the community. Partner organizations and program partners will be on-site providing information and a variety of activities. On Sept. 21 the estate will honor the Scouts. The entire public can enjoy a variety of programs and activities for free.

We invite our guests to “PLAY” (Preservation, Learning, Adventure, YearRound) and enjoy the many tours, educational programs, and special events that the estate has to offer.

Activities and programs on Sept. 21: Historic house tours at 10:30 a.m., noon, 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m.;

String Master Class with the Deering Estate Chamber Ensemble from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Stone House Ballroom. Love to Practice with string specialist Laura Wilcox featuring students ages 7-15; Book Nook by the Bay “Scouts” — Challenge your knowledge in native Florida plants while hiking the nature trail as you complete a scavenger hunt; Children’s Writing Workshop with Literary Artist in Residence Mia Leonin at 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. in the Carriage House — Odes and Incantations: From lizards to the mangrove trees, read and write poems that possess surprising images and mysterious rhythms. Kids of all ages and parents are welcome; A variety of Scout-led activities.

The Deering Estate at Cutler, a MiamiDade County Park, is located at 16701 SW 72 Ave. This 444-acre natural and archeological preserve and historic site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and serves as a center for education, culture and recreation. For more information on the Deering Estate’s educational and cultural programs, visit <www.deeringestate.org>.

BY MARITZA ARCEO-LOPEZ

Little ghosts and goblins get set for big fun at Miami’s biggest kid-friendly Halloween extravaganza — Monster Splash Daytime Splash and Nighttime Bash returning for its 19th year on Oct. 2527 and 31, from 2 to 10 p.m.

With more ghoulish treats and ghostly fun than ever before, this year’s event features trick-or-treating at Sharky’s Sweet Tooth Station; kiddie rides and bounce houses at the Little Monsters Play Area; the Monsters in the Mangrove Haunted Walk; Flipper’s Dance Party and the only place in Miami to enjoy Halloween themed marine animal shows. Monster Splash Daytime Splash and Nighttime Bash is a safe Halloween alternative for kids and their families.

“We love Halloween at Miami Seaquarium,” said Andrew Hertz, general manager at Miami Seaquarium. “We are happy to provide local families with a safe event to celebrate Halloween in South Florida for almost two decades.”

Halloween-themed marine animal

shows to give guests a fright during Monster Splash Daytime Splash and Nighttime Bash includes a daytime Superheroes Killer Whale Show, Flipper’s Thrills and Chills, Finding Nemo sea lion show along with the splashy fun of the Swashbuckling Pirate Top Deck Dolphin Show.

Admission for the Daytime Splash is regular park admission, which is $39.95 and $29.95 for children (ages 3-9).

Special admission price for the Nighttime Bash is only $24.95 plus tax after 5 p.m. for adults, and $19.95 plus tax for children (ages 3-12) after 5 p.m.

Miami Seaquarium, South Florida’s most popular tourist attraction, is a family-oriented marine-life park open to the public 365 days a year. The park, located on the Rickenbacker Causeway at Virginia Key, provides visitors with a greater understanding and appreciation for marine life through shows, presentations and marine-life exhibits. For more information on Miami Seaquarium, call 305-361-5705 or visit online at <www.miamiseaquarium.com>.

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Miami Dade College raises its new flag in ceremonies on all campuses

Pictured at the flag raising ceremony are (l-r) Mike Perez, public safety chief; Dr. Eduardo J. Padrón, MDC president; Michelle Ampie, Wolfson Campus SGA president, and Dr. Jose A. Vicente, Wolfson Campus president.

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BY LEE STEPHENS

The Miami Dade College community celebrated its new official college flag during flagraising ceremonies on Sept. 4 at which time all campuses simultaneously raised the new flag.

The main event at the Wolfson Campus, which was led by Dr. Eduardo J. Padrón, MDC president, was streamed live so that the other campuses could raise their flags at

precisely the same moment.

The new flag has eight stripes representing the college’s eight campuses and its logo in the center. The timing was especially right given the recent enrollment of the college’s 2 millionth student.

“We have one college, one mission, one vision and now one flag,” Dr. Padrón said.

“I can’t think of a more cohesive organization than MDC.”

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Nominations now being accepted for In the Company of Women Awards

BY EDITH TORRES

Nominations now are being accepted for the 26th annual In the Company of Women Awards Ceremony scheduled for Mar. 13, 2014, during Women’s History Month.

Hosted by the Parks Foundation of Miami-Dade — in partnership with the Miami-Dade County Commission for Women and Miami-Dade Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces — In the Company of Women will recognize women who have shown professional development, community responsibility, contribution to women’s progress, leadership and vision, and promotion of pluralism.

Nominations of women are being sought for the following categories: • Outstanding Woman in Arts and Entertainment, • Outstanding Woman in Business and Economics, • Outstanding Woman in Communications and Literature, • Outstanding Woman in Education and Research, • Outstanding Woman in Government and Law, Elected Non-elected • Outstanding Woman in Health and Human Services, • Outstanding Woman in Science and Technology, • Outstanding Woman in Sports and Athletics, • Community Spirit Award, • The Mayor’s Pioneer Award, • The Posthumous Award, and • The Young Professional Award.

New this year is the category of Young Professional for an outstanding woman age 30 and under who exemplifies all of the characteristics required above, but who, because of her age may not have as many years of experience within her profession.

The Community Spirit Award recognizes an outstanding woman who, through volunteering, has made a difference within the community. No professional background is required.

The Mayor’s Pioneer Award honors a

trailblazer who has proven leadership, creativity, and vision in addressing community issues and advancing the status of women in Miami-Dade County.

The Posthumous Award is in honor of a woman who has passed away and recognizes her contribution within Miami-Dade County.

To download the nomination form, visit <www.miamidade.gov/parks/women.asp>.

Completed forms must be mailed to Laura Morilla, executive director, Miami-Dade County Commission for Women, 111 NW First St., Suite 1034, Miami, FL, 33128.

Nominations must be postmarked by Friday, Oct. 11.

A committee of community leaders will review nomination forms in order to determine the nominee’s eligibility and to choose the final awardees. Emphasis will be placed on the nominee’s contribution to women’s progress in her profession/area of interest.

For the Mayor’s Pioneer Award, emphasis will be on overall involvement in the community and women’s progress. Appointees from Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez office will review the nominations for the Mayor’s Pioneer Award.

Nominations must include the completed nomination form and photocopies of any newspaper or magazine articles about the nominee, if available. Each packet must include nine complete sets of information.

If nominating for the Mayor’s Pioneer Award, submit only three copies of following: the nomination form, photocopies of recommendation letters from three individuals, (not including the nominator), and any supporting materials including newspaper or magazine articles.

Any nominations that fail to include the previously mentioned items and/or do not meet the application deadline will be disqualified automatically. Nominations will not be accepted via email. Past recipients of the In the Company of Women award are not eligible to be nominated.

For more information and for a list of past award recipients, go to <www.miamidade.gov/parks/women.asp> or contact Laura Morilla by phone at 305-375-4967 or send email to <morilla@miamidade.gov>.

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Rock legend Iggy Pop to donate recording proceeds to Paws 4 You

BY GABY GARCIA

(https://chimeramusic.com), the music label run by Sean Lennon, and 1,000 One of Miami’s favorite residents and one-sided, limited-edition vinyl records legendary singer, song writer, musician with an etching by Ono on the flip side and actor Iggy Pop has selected South also are currently available through the Florida-based Paws 4 You as the recipient record label’s site. Video of the live of proceeds from a live recording of Yoko performance can be seen at Ono track, Waiting for the D Train. <www.rollingstone.com/music/videos/ Paws 4 You, the Miami-based, non- yoko-ono-and-iggy-pop-team-on-waitprofit animal rescue ing-for-the-d-train-liveorganization that is dedi20130802>.

Paws 4 You, cated to saving, rehabiliPaws 4 You Rescue, tating and placing dogs Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonthe Miami-based, with the lowest possibiliprofit organization with a non-profit animal ty of finding loving priority to save dogs homes, was selected perfrom euthanasia at rescue organization sonally by Pop as the benMiami-Dade Animal that is dedicated to eficiary of proceeds from Services. Comprised of a the sales of this limitedteam of professionals saving, rehabilitating edition single. with various back“We are thrilled to have and placing dogs with grounds who, together, been selected by someone to saving as the lowest possibility commit who is essentially rock many dogs as possible, royalty to receive this Paws 4 You provides a of finding loving honor,” said Carol environment, medhomes, was personally safe Caridad, president and ical care and hope to founder of Paws 4 You. sick, injured, abused, surselected by Pop as “The funds raised from rendered and lost dogs. the beneficiary of this amazing live recordDogs are sterilized, vacing will be put to good use cinated and ID microproceeds from the towards Paws 4 You’s chipped to prevent future sales of this pups’ ongoing care, housloss and surgery, rehabiling and our extensive limited-edition single. itation and treatment for adoption initiatives. This illness is provided as necdonation is extremely essary for the animals timely as Paws 4 You volunteers begin brought into care. remodeling efforts at our new facility in Paws 4 You seeks the best quality treatSouth Florida.” ment available, taking no shortcuts. The The limited edition Ono/Pop single, total cost for dogs in its care exceeds which was recorded in 2010 onstage at $20,000 per month. The organization also the Orpheum in Los Angeles, includes is dedicated to community education and Pop’s studio cover of Ono’s I’m Going advocates for the importance of sterilizaAway Smiling. The single can be digi- tion to help relieve the strain on Miamitally downloaded at Chimera Music Dade Animal Services and the community.

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Hyundai Sonata Hybrid has improved ‘Blue Drive’ Ron Beasley AUTOMOTIVE EDITOR

LET’S TALK CARS If you’re in the market for a “greener” mode of transportation, check out the 2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. It has an advanced version of Hyundai’s Hybrid Blue Drive system that increases fuel efficiency and operates in the all-electric mode more often and for a longer time.

The improved system optimizes electriconly driving with a higher output 35kw electric motor, a more powerful 47 kW Lithium Polymer battery pack and an optimized hybrid operating strategy. These upgrades are paired with a 2.4-liter fourcylinder engine that now runs on a more efficient Atkinson cycle and an enhanced transmission to generate 199 hp.

The new Blue Drive system delivers better fuel efficiency by increasing the overall available electric drive power to allow more miles between fill ups. As in previous Sonata Hybrids, the new version uses a

clutch to decouple the gasoline engine from the drivetrain. In pure electric drive, it has a not-to-shabby top speed of 75 mph.

Hyundai engineers have increased the overall amount of available electrical drive power and improved the efficiency of the Hybrid Blue Drive operating system in this latest Sonata Hybrid. Using a higher output 35kw electric motor and the more powerful 47kw Lithium Polymer battery pack, the Hybrid Blue Drive powertrain maximizes electric-only driving.

The improved operating system takes advantage of newly developed driving pattern detection and engine on/off optimization logic. The availability of more battery energy allows for more flexibility in running the gasoline engine at optimum efficiency, which saves gas. Better kinetic energy recovery and increased charging efficiency powers the Sonata Hybrid in the all-electric mode more often and for longer periods of time, thus increasing fuel economy.

Interestingly, the Sonata Hybrid’s new 47kw lithium polymer battery pack not only is more powerful and more energy dense, it also weighs less and takes up less space in the trunk. The weight has dropped from 96 pounds to 91 pounds, while trunk

Re-shaped front and rear fascias, extended rocker panels allow air to flow around Sonata Hybrid’s body with less resistance.

space has increased from 10.7 cubic feet to 12.1 cubic feet.

The improved efficiency of the battery pack is key to recovering more kinetic energy from braking and charging from the engine to help drive the vehicle. The newly optimized system allows the battery to store more usable energy, allowing more all-electric driving, cutting both fuel consumption and emissions.

The 2013 Sonata Hybrid design is basically unchanged, except for re-shaped front

and rear fascias with a deeper air dam, extended rocker panels and lower drag wheels that allow air to flow around the body with less resistance.

The base price on the 2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is $25,650.

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

261, or by addressing email correspondence to <LetsTalkCars@aol.com>.

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