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SHUTTLE MOM Moms Helping Moms gets Coral Springs and Parkland Children to and from School Safely
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“LIFE”TIMES Galas, Openings, Local News & Happy Stuff!!
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FLY LIKE AN EAGLE Douglas Gridiron Club & New Coach Help Team Soar This Season
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MIND MATTERS The Truth about Teen Sexuality
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NUTRITION NEWS The Great Milk Debate: How Do the Non-Dairy Options Measure up to Cow’s Milk?
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A NEW YOU All Eyes on You
WAY TO GROW Vegetable Gardening in South Florida
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A VIEW FROM THE TOP Coral Springs Mayor Vincent Boccard & Parkland Mayor Michael Udine Sound Off MESSAGE FROM THE SHERIFF Our Youth, Our Future , Our Responsibility SCHELLBACH ON: Oh, To Be Young Again… Not!
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s the new publisher for Life Publications, I’m delighted to be given the privilege of taking the helm of this magazine. After years in the magazine industry, it’s particularly refreshing to have the opportunity to make real connections with the community and readers that we serve. I’d like to use this first column (you’ll be hearing from me every month) to let you know my philosophy of how a magazine should serve its audience. Life Publications has built its success on being an important source of relevant, useful information that touches all aspects of our readers’ lives. It’s my belief that while the readers we reach may think globally, they act locally. In this sense, this magazine is very much a community project, and that is no small role to play. What I mean by that, and why that is so important, is that today we are becoming more and more aware of the impact of community. Call it the power of grass roots. One person’s belief—or the beliefs of a small group of dedicated citizens—can induce a sea of change. Or course, community means different things to different people. At Life Publications, we naturally want to look at the fun side of life, as well as the touching, personal stories within our local community. But we also want to tackle some of the more serious issues that we know you, the citizen readers, are engaged in. This is where I ask you, the reader, to tell us what you want to see in the magazine. In coming months, we will be providing you with numerous opportunities to participate and engage with Life Publications. In the meantime, however, if there is something
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Fall in Love with Your Community
E CORAL SPRINGS MAYOR VINCENT BOCCARD
ach year, we come together to remember the victims and honor the heroes of September 11, 2001. A memorial will be held on September 11 at 6pm at the Northwest Regional Library. Then, On September 15, the city will host its 2nd annual September 11th 5K Remembrance Run/Walk at 7:30am. The certified course starts and finishes at the September 11th Memorial in front of the Northwest Regional Library. The 5K will be professionally timed and an Awards Ceremony with medals will follow the race. Children’s activities will be available. Adult registration is $25, and $20 for kids under 18. To register, visit www. CoralSprings.org/5K. For information on sponsorships or volunteering, contact Gina Orlando at gorlando@coralsprings.org. For more information, please call 954.344.1147. We will be celebrating peace and understanding the weekend of Sept. 21 at the International Peace Garden. The events are free and families are encouraged to attend. Visit www.CoralSprings.org/events for details.
This year’s popular International Dinner Dance, sponsored by the City’s Multi-Cultural Committee, will highlight Peruvian culture. Guests will enjoy unique cuisine, music and live entertainment with a focus on Peru, Saturday, Sept. 28 at the Marriott at Heron Bay, 11775 Heron Bay Blvd. It will begin at 7pm with a cocktail hour and will feature breathtaking dancers, costumes and more! Tickets are $50 by Sept. 22 or $60 thereafter. To purchase tickets, call 954.344.1063. In the event of a hurricane, you can reach the city’s call center at 954.344.1001. You can also log onto CoralSprings.org/hurricane or watch CityTV, Channel 25 on Advanced Cable and Channel 99 on U-Verse, for updates. Coral Springs residents can also tune their radio dials to AM 1670. CityRadio delivers information about city services, upcoming events, weather updates, and emergency bulletins when necessary. The 50th anniversary celebrations continue and the city hopes residents will join in celebrating this momentous occasion. Visit www.CoralSprings50.org for details. If you would like to meet with me to discuss any city issues, view my scheduled monthly hours at www.CoralSprings.org/events. If you haven’t already, remember to ‘Like’ the city on Facebook at www. Facebook.com/CoralSprings. ●
Parkland Lowers Tax Millage Rate
E PARKLAND MAYOR MICHAEL UDINE
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ach year, September brings us the vote on the city budget and tax rates. The dates of the meetings for the upcoming year’s tax rate are on the Parkland website. These meetings are open to the public and will be held at City Hall. This year the City of Parkland will LOWER our tax millage rate. Parkland’s real estate is moving briskly and property values are on the upswing, this allows us to lower the tax millage rate and still provide a superior level of services. I encourage everyone to take a look at the proposed budget and contact city staff or your elected officials with any questions you may have. Even with the added addition of police officers and public safety improvements, we were still able to set forth a balanced budget with lower tax rates. Congratulations on a great job by our city staff and the finance department. I hope everyone is settling into “back to school” mode. The car lines leading up to the schools are always crowded, and the city and BSO try to make the drop offs as smooth as possible. You can help by giving yourself a few extra minutes in the morning and drop your child off at the appropriate location.
The city held its Back to School Breakfast for the local area school principals and volunteer officers of the SAC, SAF and PTA groups. This breakfast serves as our way to reinforce our commitment to our area schools and our children’s education and thank them for their service. Welcome to Douglas’ new Principal, Mr. Ty Thompson. We wish him and his team luck as they continue to make Douglas the premier high school in south Florida. The City of Parkland remains committed to the education of our children. While most are aware that the schools are funded by the county, we continue to partner with our local schools and the School Board to help offset the effects of budget cuts. Again, we have budgeted for School Resource Deputies. While many areas of the county are cutting back on these officers, we believe that this is an extremely important part of our school environment and for the safety of our community. Our sports leagues are up and running so our parks and fields are getting a lot of use. Our recreation and library programs are also in full swing. I’m sure Barkland, our great dog park, will start getting busier again. We will also soon be moving forward with another great season of farmers’ markets. Please visit www.cityofparkland.org. I value your questions or comments. Friend me on Facebook or follow my updates on Twitter (www. twitter.com/michaeludine). If you have any questions or concerns, email me at MUdine@cityofparkland.org. ● PARKLAND/CORAL SPRINGS LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013
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The direct benefits of the Civil Citation Program extend beyond the youthful offender. The program also saves millions of tax dollars that would otherwise be spent on other juvenile justice system operations. To move an offender through the traditional criminal court system costs about $5,000 and takes about eight months. In contrast, it costs only about $500 and takes 45-60 days to put someone through the Civil Citation Program. The lasting effect of a criminal record has the potential to derail the future of a child. It can affect future employment, military service or scholarship opportunities. In an effort to address this concern, I mandated that all deputies issue a civil citation to any youthful offender who is suspected of committing a first-time misdemeanor offense. In lieu of an arrest, the youth agrees to participate in community service and any necessary intervention services. Any young individual in our community could one day grow to become a great sheriff, lawyer or teacher. However, this success could be hindered by a tarnished criminal record. The Broward Sheriff’s Office is committed to helping these kids get into the right programs and on the right track. Change can already be seen in the numbers. In the first half of 2013, 175 youth have been referred to the Civil Citation Program, which is a monumental comparison to only 68 who were referred in all of 2012. As law enforcement officers, our worth should be measured by how many children we keep out of jail, not how many we arrest. I firmly believe one mistake made in the teenage years should not invalidate or discourage anyone from a successful future. Today’s children are tomorrow’s future, and we must invest in every individual. Diverting first-time offenders through programs to help keep their records clean and teach them responsibility gives them a second chance for a better life. For more information about the Broward County Civil Citation Program, please visit www.broward.org/HumanServices/ CivilCitation. l PARKLAND/CORAL SPRINGS LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013
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Welcome to Lisa’s Room the new beautiful, tranquil waiting area of the Women’s Diagnostic and Wellness Center at Broward Health Coral Springs. Lisa’s Room is dedicated to Lisa Boccard for her ongoing leadership, commitment and dedication in the fight against breast cancer. As your community hospital, we offer the latest diagnostic technology and services for women. From digital mammograms and breast biopsies, to lifesaving surgery, we provide all the care you need, close to home.
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Boca Integrative Health Welcomes Jodi Simkins, M.D.
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With nearly 30 years of experience, Jodi Simkins, M.D. is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and has extensive experience in all areas of primary care including weight loss and wellwoman exams. Now affiliated with Boca Integrative Health, Dr. Simkins is accepting new patients. Dr. Simkins has been a Parkland resident for over 20 years and is actively involved in the community. She has practiced medicine in Coral Springs, Margate and Boca Raton. Dr. Simkins cares for patients 18 years and older, helping them to optimize their health and happiness. Her greatest interest lies in preventative
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Local Teen Spent an
Exciting Summer on Tour Ben Sparaco just turned 16 in August. He doesn’t even drive yet. But the Marjory Stoneman Douglas junior was on a mini tour this summer with the top 1-2% of youth rock musicians in the country. He played in the Gramercy Theater in New York, Union Station in Philadelphia, and three days at the Gathering of the Vibes festival in CT alongside Grammy winners Tedeschi Trucks Band, members of the Grateful Dead, The Black Crowes and more. And the music he’s playing is from his parent’s youth. Ben has been attending The Coral Springs School of Rock for more than five years. Already part of their House Band, performing at venues across South Florida, Ben made the National team, the School of Rock Allstars, as a guitarist and singer which took him on the School of Rock Love Hope and Strength tour this summer helping to find people to get on the Bone Marrow Donation list. You may remember Ben’s first band, Lost Marbles, which played carnivals and events throughout Coral Springs and the county for more than two years until Ben and the drummer, Jared Zim, who goes to Cypress Bay High, decided to take the band in a different direction and renamed it The Mind Manifest with the addition of their young bassist, Carl LaMonto, a Ramblewood Middle School student. Instead of just classic rock, they now lean heavily towards psychedelic and jam bands like Cream, The Allman Brothers and the Grateful Dead, with a lot of original music that is in a similar style. Ben will be performing with The Mind Manifest on September 17 and October 8 at 7 p.m. at Lefty’s Tavern in Coral Springs. Visit The Mind Manifest website at www.themindmanifest.com for more dates and videos, and see Ben with the Allstars at www.youtube.com/bensmusic127.
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Get Involved in Your Community with the Parkland Woman’s Club – Sept. 19 The Parkland Woman’s Club (PWC) has some new community service projects and interesting monthly programs taking place this year as it continues to celebrate “Having a Heart for the Community.” Join the PWC to learn how they plan to help abandoned, abused and neglected teens at the Club’s first general meeting, Thursday, September 19 at 7 p.m. at the Cypresshead Clubhouse. This meeting will feature an International theme: “Unity in Diversity.” Guests will enjoy food, wine and friendship, and be sure to bring some cash as they’ll have a 50/50 drawing at each of their meetings. For more information on how you can get involved, visit www.gfwc.org or email parlandwc@gmail.com.
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Zona Fresca Celebrated Grand Opening in Coral Springs with Ribbon Cutting
Coral Springs Commissioner Larry Vignola; Coral Springs Zona Fresca General Manager Justin Irwin; Coral Springs Vice Mayor Tom Powers; Coral Springs Zona Fresca Co-owners Mike Russell and Brien Mastriana; Coral Springs Chamber of Commerce President Cindy Brief; Zona Fresca owner and CEO Oscar de Armas
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Now serving up fresh, delicious Mexican food in Coral Springs, Zona Fresca celebrated the grand opening of this location with a ribbon cutting ceremony and menu sampling recently. Joining in the celebration were Coral Springs Vice Mayor Tom Powers, Coral Springs Commissioners Dan Daley and Larry Vignola, and members of the Coral Springs Chamber of Commerce. The grand opening benefitted the Coral Springs Community Chest. “We are so proud to be a member of the Coral Springs community and grateful for the opportunity to partner with the Coral Spring Community Chest to help more than 30 non-profit organizations that benefit Coral Springs residents,” said Michael Russell, co-owner of the Coral Springs Zona Fresca. “This community has welcomed Zona Fresca with open arms and we’re looking forward to offering great Mexican food that is fresh, light and made with natural ingredients to members of the Coral Springs Chamber, local business leaders and residents in the very near future.” The Coral Springs Zona Fresca restaurant is located at 1410 North University Drive and is open Saturday through Thursday from 11am to 9pm and Friday from 11am to 10pm. For more information, call 954.227.2828, visit www.ZonaFresca.com or visit them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ZonaFrescaCoralSprings.
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8th Annual Pink Ribbon Luncheon – Oct. 9
Tickets are on sale now for the 8th Annual Pink Ribbon Luncheon, a celebration of the hardworking volunteers who helped pass Florida’s monumental oral chemotherapy parity law, while informing the public about what the new law means for cancer patients. Please join Dr. Louise Morrell, medical director of The Lynn Cancer Institute in Boca, community leaders, volunteers, and breast cancer survivors at the “New Choices, New Hope” event, Wednesday, October 9 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Woodfield Country Club, 3650 Club Place, Boca Raton. Event tickets are $125 before Sept. 3 and $135 after Sept. 3. Proceeds from the luncheon benefit Susan G. Komen South Florida. Visit www.komensouthflorida.org/2013PRL for more information or call Amanda Allen at 561.514.3020 ext. 10.
‘Tis the Season Event
Invites Vendors for Dec. 6 Festival
Join the Parkland Town Center in celebrating the Tenth annual ‘Tis the Season Festival to benefit Women in Distress, Friday December 6. The Festival is a much loved holiday event which will once again feature arts, crafts, face painting, live performances, an essay contest, photo ops with Santa and the Hanukah Honey Bear and so much more. If you have a craft, product, or service that would be of interest to Parkland families, a limited amount of vendor opportunities are available so act now! Interested vendors are asked to contact Maryam Braun at maryamnat@bellsouth.net or 954.494.8591. PARKLAND/CORAL SPRINGS LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013
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Attorneys Kenneth A. Cutler & Andrew J. Rader Launch New Personal Injury Law Firm
Longtime Parkland residents Kenneth A. Cutler and Andrew J. Rader have opened a new personal injury law practice together. The new firm, CUTLER RADER, P.L., is located in the Newport Center in Deerfield Beach just off of I-95 and SW 10th Street. Automobile accidents, motorcycle accidents, premises liability, slip & fall injuries, wrongful death and medical malpractice are just a handful of the types of cases they handle. Both attorneys have extensive trial experience. Attorney Ken Cutler, a South Florida Native, has been providing legal representation for over 27 years. Ken has tried cases in both State and Federal Courts and has handled a broad range of negligence
Kenneth Cutler & Andrew Rader cases including automobile, product defects, food borne toxins, premises cases, negligent security, and many more. Ken is extremely involved in our community and has acted as a Broward County Teen Court Judge for many years. He is the past President and current Vice President of the Parkland Friends of the Library and has been on the Board for many years. Ken has also participated in many other community organizations including Broward Lawyers Care and the Palm Beach County Bar Association’s Lawyers for Literacy. Attorney Andrew Rader has been providing services to his clients throughout the states of Florida and New York for 24 years, concentrating in personal injury and medical malpractice claims. Andrew has tried cases in State and Federal Courts and is a Florida Supreme Court certified circuit court mediator. Andrew is also very involved in our community and is currently on the Board of Trustees at Congregation Kol Tikvah in Parkland. He is also the incumbent President and an active member of his BNI networking group in Broward County. They can be reached at 954.913.2273 or through their website at www.CutlerRader.com.
Company, The Musical Takes the Township Center Stage Oct. 18 & 19
The talented thespians from North Broward Preparatory School are bringing musical theatre to the Township Center for the Performing Arts in Coconut Creek, Oct. 18 and 19 with their production of Company, The Musical. The show follows our anti-hero bachelor, Robert, who contemplates his unmarried state on the night of his 35th birthday. In vignette after hilarious vignette, we are introduced to “those good and crazy people,” his married friends, as Robert weighs the pros and cons of married life. In the end, he realizes being alone is “alone, not alive.” The performances are appropriate for ages 13 and up. Show time is 7 p.m. on both evenings. Tickets are $6 for students; $12 for adults. The Township Center for the Performing Arts is located at 2452 Lyons Rd., Coconut Creek. For more information, call 954.970.0606.
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CHARITY EVENT
2nd Annual Girls, Pearls, Hats & Heels – Oct. 3 An afternoon of shopping, silent auction items, lunch and bubbly will kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month, October 2 with the 2nd Annual Girls, Pearls, Hats & Heels. This special event will be held from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Quail Ridge Country Club, 3715 Golf Rd., Boynton Beach. The Chairpersons for this popular event are active community volunteers Elizabeth KelleyGrace, co-founder and partner of The Buzz Agency, and a member of the Junior League, Boca Raton Historical Society, and Boca Raton Museum of Art and Carolyn North, M.S.W., a marriage and family therapist, a member of the Junior League, Pine Crest Parents’ Association and the First Presbyterian Church. The Honorary Chairperson for this event is Jan Kucera, a member of the Library Board of Directors, a breast cancer survivor and an involved community leader. Guests will have the chance to shop for the latest fashions in shoes and accessories from top designers of 2013 while benefiting the Delray Beach Public Library and the Bethesda Hospital Foundation for breast cancer treatment and educational programs. The cost for the day is $45. To make reservations, call the Development Office at the Library at 561.266.0775 or visit www.delraylibrary.org.
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Coral Springs locals & Vice Mayor Tom Powers cut the ribbon on Waterless Mani Pedi’s grand opening.
Coral Springs Welcomes
Waterless Mani Pedi
The mission of Waterless Mani Pedi is to enhance natural beauty in an environment that ensures health safety. The safety aspect is of paramount importance to owners Thuy Nguyen (Tweety) and Tuan Nguyen, who were welcomed to the community in July by Coral Springs locals and Vice Mayor Tom Powers. Unlike other salons that offer traditional spa pedicures—where the basin water is reused— Waterless Mani Pedi uses sanitized warm towels to eliminate the risks of water borne diseases. They also offer waxing and facials with the same hygienic focus, guaranteeing fresh wax on every treatment and never re-dipping their wax. Waterless Mani Pedi. 10878 Wiles Rd. Open Mon.- Sat. 8:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. and Sun. by appoint. 954-753-7606 or Waterlessmanipedi.com.
Experience the Pleasures of Peru
at International Dinner Dance – Sept. 28 Celebrate an evening of Peruvian fun without ever
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having to leave Coral Springs. This year’s popular International Dinner Dance, sponsored by the City’s Multi-Cultural Committee, will highlight Peruvian culture on Saturday, September 28 beginning at 7 p.m. at the Marriott at Heron Bay, 11775 Heron Bay Blvd. Guests will enjoy unique cuisine, riveting music and live entertainment featuring breathtaking dancers, exquisite costumes and much more! Tickets are $50 each until September 20 or $60 thereafter and include hors d’oeuvres, lavish buffet dinner and complimentary dinner wine. This year’s special offering will be the signature drink of Peru – Pisco Sour. International music will allow you to dance the night away. There will also be a Silent Auction with unique items of cultural interest. Ethnic dress is encouraged to lend even more of an international flair to this delightful occasion. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 954.344.1063. PARKLAND/CORAL SPRINGS LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013
CHARITY EVENT
Take “Shots for Soles” & Support In Jacob’s Shoes – Sept. 27
Is golf your game? Show your skills and support a great charity, Friday, September 27 at the 1st Annual Charity Golf & Dinner Classic, “Shots for Soles.” The tournament, which will be held at Stonebridge Golf & Country Club in Boca Raton, kicks off with a 1 p.m. Shotgun Start and is followed by dinner & awards at 5:30 p.m. All proceeds to benefit In Jacob’s Shoes which provides shoes, backpacks and school supplies to children in need. Grants are also awarded for camp, aftercare, sports and enrichment programs. To learn more about the event or the charity, contact Maddy Chusid at 954.757.9030 or visit www.injacobsshoes.org.
Maxim Boutique Expands, Bringing Fashionable Finds to Parkland
Ladies, want to look your best this fall? Come to Maxim Boutique, a place that is synonymous with style, sophistication and savings. Formerly located at the Mission Bay Plaza in Boca Raton, Maxim has recently expanded to the Waterways Shoppes at 7637 N. State Rd. 7 in Parkland. Far from your run of the mill women’s fashion boutique, Maxim is a haven for the female shopper in search of her individuality. With its trend-setting styles and hard to find gems, Maxim is also a Brighton Collectibles specialty retail store that is chock-full of exclusive and hard-to-find trappings that cater to the most discerning shopper. Owned and operated by Parkland’s very own fashionista Rachel Lam who possesses decades of fashion experience and personally hand picks each article in her store. “When you walk into Maxim, you will realize immediately that we are different,” said this former model and mother of two. “We are very personal because fashion is intimate. We also understand how busy today’s women are with endless responsibilities and little time to attend to their own fashion needs. Therefore, Maxim was created with you in mind.” For more info, look for Maxim on Facebook or call 954.255.7858. PARKLAND/CORAL SPRINGS LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013
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Get Some Flower Power at Craft Guild’s Sept. 18 Meeting
Learn the art of creating a fresh flower topiary, similar to the one pictured
Join expert floral artist Ana Nemeth as she guides the Coral Springs Craft Guild in the art of fresh flower arranging at the Guild’s next monthly meeting, Wednesday, September 18 at Cypress Hall in Cypress Hammock Park, 1300 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs. Beginning at 7 p.m., members and guests will learn the art of creating a fresh flower topiary at this make and take class. Topiary is the pruning and training of living plants into shapes – especially “portable” topiaries that are grown in pots that may be moved from room to room. All participants must be at least 18 years of age and the program is free, however reservations are required as space is limited. A business meeting follows which is for members only. The Coral Springs Craft Guild is dedicated to promoting crafts and bringing quality programs to Broward, Palm Beach, and Miami-Dade Counties for all crafting enthusiasts to enjoy. To make a reservation for the flower class or to get information on membership or the Guild’s annual craft show in October, call 954.752.8821 or visit www.coralspringscraftguild.com.
Parkland’s Concert Series Returns Sept. 7
with Food Trucks & Santana Tribute
It’s that time of year again to grab your family and friends and head on over to Pine Trails Park Amphitheater for the City of Parkland’s Concert Series, now featuring an array of food trucks which will serve up culinary delights beginning at 6pm. This month’s featured entertainment will be Supernatural – a Santana Tribute Show, who’ll hit the stage at 7 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets for this spectacular FREE family event and performance. No tents, pets or alcoholic beverages are allowed within the park. Pine Trails Park Amphitheater is located at 10561 Trails End. Call 954.757.4113 with questions.
CS Museum Celebrates Sweet Sixteen at Great Art Affair – Sept 26 Come out for an elegant night in the Coral Springs Museum’s Lobby Gallery, celebrate its sixteenth year and enjoy an exhibit opening for artists Ronn Jaffe and Sandee Berman at the Great Art Affair - Sweet Sixteen, Thursday, September 26. Guests will partake of delicious specialties from area caterers and restaurants, listen to live music and try their luck at the Chinese Auction which will feature gift certificates, admission to area attractions, gift baskets and much more! Doors open at 6pm with a book signing by Ian Fraser, followed by a dedication of the Barbara O’Keefe Library at 7pm. Tickets are $40 in advance and $50 at the door. The Great Art Affair - Sweet Sixteen is the Museum’s major fundraising event of the year. With the help of the Museum’s generous supporters, the event raises significant funds for the Museum’s amazing exhibitions and public programs. This event is arranged through the efforts of the Friends of the Museum, a dynamic group committed to support of the fine arts in our community. Call 954.340.5000 to purchase your tickets and get ready for a spectacular evening to benefit the beautiful Museum!
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Festival of the Flutes 10th Annual Food & Wine Event – Oct. 2
Grab your best safari attire and get ready for a night of fun, good food, a silent auction, dancing and entertainment at The 10th Annual Festival of the Flutes food and wine event, Wednesday, October 2 at The Parkland Golf and Country Club. This year’s theme will be “Wine Country Safari” and prizes will be awarded for the best outfit. There will be the usual wide selection of wine tastings and food pairings, generously donated by local restaurants and wine bars. Best of all, 100% of the proceeds will be split between two charities. So make plans to come out and show your support for Harvest Drive, which helps feed needy families in Broward County during the Thanksgiving holidays and throughout the year, and the Stockdale Foundation, which provide scholarships to deserving students who have elected to continue their education at a technical or vocational school. Tickets are available for the VIP Adventure starting at 6 p.m. or for The Expedition Experience starting at 7 p.m. To purchase your tickets, donate an auction item, or for further information go to www. festival ofthe flutes.com or call 888.803.0687.
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Where the Wild Things Are – Nonnative Pet Amnesty Day Held at SNC – Sept. 21
People who have exotic pets they can no longer handle will have a chance to do what is best for the animals during Nonnative Pet Amnesty Day; an effort to keep unwanted exotic pets out of Florida’s native ecosystems. The FWC and the Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital will host Exotic Pet Amnesty Day, Saturday, Sept. 21 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Sawgrass Nature Center, 3000 Sportsplex Dr. in Coral Springs (at Sportsplex Park). Exotic reptiles, amphibians, birds, fish, and mammals will be accepted; domestic pets (cats and dogs) will not be accepted. It’s free of charge and there are no penalties. Penalties for not having the proper license will also be waived. The event is free and everyone is welcome to attend. Kids and families can see exotic animals up close and learn about nonnative species issues. Animal experts will be on hand to answer questions and help teach people how to be responsible pet owners. A veterinarian will examine each animal, and the healthy animals will be placed with pre-qualified adopters. Pet owners/surrenders and adopters will also have a chance to visit the wildlife exhibits at the Sawgrass Nature Center. If you’re an experienced exotic pet owner interested in adopting any of the pets that are being surrendered, you must register before the event at the Florida Fish and Wildlife website or go to www.myfwc.com/wildlifehabitats/ nonnatives/nonnative-pet-adopter/. To learn more, call 954.752.WILD.
Are You Ready for Some Football? Sign up for Day Trip to Dolphins Game
A minimum of 50 people ages 50 and older are needed to make a fun-filled outing to the Miami Dolphins vs. San Diego Chargers Football Game on November 17 possible. That’s right, if enough people register, the lucky participants who signed up will score themselves an upper level sideline ticket, bus transportation to and from the stadium and a private tailgate area for the group (bring your own food and drink, small grills allowed) for only $60. The bus will depart from the Parkland Amphitheater, 10561 Trails End, on November 17 at 9 a.m., returning late afternoon/early evening. Space is limited and pre-registration with payment is required, so grab your friends and sign up now! Contact Tammy Lustig at 954.757.4142 or email tlustig@cityofparkland.org for information or to register for this trip.
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Casino Night Benefits Gilda’s Club South Florida – Oct. 18 Over 300 guests are expected to come out and try their luck at Gilda’s Club South Florida’s annual Casino Night, October 18! The fabulous evening will take place at the beautiful Ferrari Maserati of Fort Lauderdale from 7 - 11 p.m. and guests will enjoy the numerous gaming tables, bid on fabulous silent and live auction prizes, and feast on a delectable dinner buffet. The price for this spectacular evening is $125 per person and all proceeds go to support Gilda’s Club South Florida programs for men, women, and children touched by cancer. To purchase tickets, learn about sponsorship opportunities, or for more information, call Kim at Gilda’s Club at 954.763.6776. Ferrari Maserati of Fort Lauderdale is located at 5750 North Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale.
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Number of Shuttles: 5 Areas Covered: Coral Springs & Parkland Age Range of Children Accepted: 4-17 Cost for One-Way Transportation: Mileage 0-1 1-2 2-3 3-4 4-5 5-6
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Kid-tested and motherapproved, Moms Helping Moms gets Coral Springs and Parkland children to and from school safely By Ivette Figueroa
Monthly rates are available. Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday: 6:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. with service on school holidays available upon request. Mom’s Taxi Service Inc. 1440 Coral Ridge Dr., Suite 156 Coral Springs, FL 954-338-5720 info@momstaxiserivceinc.com momstaxiserviceinc.com/index
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ome heroes are born. Others are made, for a purpose. Shuttle Mom Sharron Gay took up the mantle to shepherd the children of Coral Springs and Parkland—and became a local hero of sorts by giving peace of mind to busy moms and a fun way to travel for kids.
No, she doesn’t don a red cape, but ask any beleaguered parent that’s met her and they’ll tell you that she rescued them. Moms Helping Moms shuttle service was created to give parents, particularly working moms, a hand with transporting their children. “They sometimes feel overwhelmed, or frazzled with trying to be in two places at once,” says Gay. “We’ve all been there.” The mother of three daughters, Gay knows all about spreading yourself too thin. “I used to work as an accountant before opening this business. I live in Coral Springs, but was working in Miami. I found it very difficult getting back to Coral Springs in time to pick up my children from school,” she says. Gay enrolled her kids in an aftercare program, but like so many other struggling parents found it hard to fight through traffic in time to pick them up. “Sometimes they were the last ones there,” she recalls. “You feel horrible for your child and you feel horrible for the people who worked hard and stayed late.” That’s when Gay realized the need for a reliable local service to help parents get their kids to and from school and afterschool activities. So she quit her job and opened Moms Helping Moms. Gay found plenty of other parents in the same dilemma. Mariela Vasquez, another Coral Springs resident, wrestled with the same problem. “My son was in a daycare afterschool program, but he was unhappy and said he was too big for that and kinda bored. ‘Mommy,’ he said, ‘there are a lot of little boys.’ You know kids at that age.” When Vasquez searched for an alternative her friend told her about Sharron. “Her daughter is the same age as mine and she said that she used the service to pick her up from school and take her to dance class. ‘Sharron’s the best! You’ll have no problem with her,’ my friend told me.” PARKLAND/CORAL SPRINGS LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013
True to its namesake, Gay wanted to focus on making the children feel safe and comforted, as if they were with their own moms. “We try to engage with all the children and try to create a very warm and inclusive environment. We have changes of clothing and t-shirts, movies, games and healthy snacks. We encourage children to have fun as they ride.” Any doubts Vasquez had vanished when her son came home beaming. “I wasn’t sure at the beginning, but after he started my son was so happy. You know how moms are, we worry about everything, but Sharron was always on the phone with me in the beginning… I know she takes care of him like a real mom.” With Sharron’s “No Child Left Behind” policy, parents can rest easy knowing their kids will never be left unattended. “Our drivers do not leave the drop-off area until they see the child is securely within his or her destination. For example, if the child forgot their key or no one is home we invite the kid back until the situation is resolved,” explains Gay. They also have a system called Zonar that sends a text message to parents to let them know when their children get on and off the shuttle. The community has welcomed their local hero with open arms. “‘Thank God’ is what I most often hear, plus ‘I’ve been struggling with this for so long,’” says Gay. “I see the gratitude and relief that they’ve finally found a service that they can trust, who are moms themselves and know what it is that they are going through.” While at the moment Shuttle Mom only patrols Coral Springs and Parkland, Gay plans on expanding service throughout the tri-county area. “The most rewarding part of the job is knowing that we are a source of comfort and peace of mind for the families we serve,” says Gay. ● WWW.LIFEPUBS.COM • 39
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DOUGLAS GRIDIRON CLUB & NEW COACH
HELP TEAM SOAR THIS SEASON By Shannon Youngs
There are two types of people in life: those who love football and those who do not love football. Even those who fall into the (unfortunate) latter category have to admit that even THEY have been guilty of getting wrapped up in the emotion of an intense football game film. It is a lazy Saturday afternoon, you are flipping through the channels…when you suddenly catch a glimpse of that familiar scene… pThe team’s new run through tunnel purchased by the Douglas Gridiron Club
“Coach May has had these kids out practicing hard and long ever since January. There has been blood, sweat, tears—and A LOT of heart—being put out every day from EVERY kid since January.”
Douglas Gridiron Club President Doug Waldinger
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Maybe it’s that scene in the movie The Express when Dennis Quaid (playing Syracuse University football coach Ben Schwatrzwalder) lures Ernie Davis (acted with a heart-ofgold by Rob Brown) into playing for “the Oranges”—beginning Davis on his journey to becoming the first African American to win the Heisman Trophy in 1961. Perhaps it’s the scene in The Blind Side where future offensive lineman Michael Oher (played, to heart-tugging perfection, by Quinton Aaron) FINALLY achieves that high school 2.5 GPA (note he actually receives a 2.52!) with the help of tough love and hard tutoring from Miss Sue (played by the feisty Kathy Bates) that was needed to receive that NCAA Division I scholarship. Or maybe you
just had to stop channel surfing when the Titans of T.C. Williams High School came out on the field, intimidating their football rivals by joining in a spirited (choreographed!) dance after being instructed by new coach, Herman Boone (played famously by Denzel Washington), in Remember the Titans. The point is, no matter which side of the to-love-or-not-to-lovefootball spectrum you are on…if you did not shed a tear when the fans at University of Notre Dame were all cheering, “Ru-dy! Ru-dy! Ru-dy!” for Daniel “Rudy” Ruettiger (in the 1993 football film Rudy) then you may just not have a soul. But, football movies are not the only place where this type of magic happens. There’s PARKLAND/CORAL SPRINGS LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013
uThe 1,000 Pounds Club - These players have all been able to reach a combined total of a 1,000 lbs. or more in four categories: bench, incline, power cleans and squat a place right around the corner where you and your family can cheer, jeer and shed a tear witnessing just as much heart (if not more!) than these famous Hollywood productions—at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. Nestled in the heart of Parkland, Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School (MSDHS) has some exciting news—there is a new coach in town. Coach Willis May sauntered into the football coach position at MSDHS in January 2013. May moved to south Florida after spending half of his life coaching the students (a.k.a. the Mighty Redskins) of the Hurricane High School football program in Charleston, W. VA. His 59-30 record with the Hurricanes is legendary in the Kanawha Valley’s eight Class AAA schools and his addition to MSDHS is looking to be just as epic. According to Douglas Gridiron Club President Doug Waldinger, the “epic” journey for the MSDHS Eagles has already begun. “Coach May has had these kids out practicing hard and long ever since January. There has been blood, sweat, tears—and A LOT of heart—being put out every day from EVERY kid since January.” Coach May’s wife, Melissa, says that Coach May treats the students on his team as if they were his own children. “He usually refers to them as ‘my’ kids,” she says. “I have seen him over the years be much more than their coach, and more like a father figure to many young men who’ve come back later in life to express their gratitude. He’ll always be there to help them, whether it’s with football, school work, personal issues, or PARKLAND/CORAL SPRINGS LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013
anything else they would ever need.” Waldinger adds that the Douglas Gridiron Club has many goals ahead of them to keep the spirit of the new team alive. “They have put in SO much hard work. They have been in the weight room since January,” he explains. “We want the community to be behind them, the way Coach Willis says the community of his previous school was behind his former students. If the community gives support to the students, it nurtures and solidifies the life lessons that team sports teach.” So, how can the community help? Waldinger says, “Check out the team’s schedule to see when the kids are playing. It’s an affordable and fun night out for the family.” Waldinger also explains the role of the Douglas Gridiron Club and their ongoing efforts to raise money through fundraisers. “We are really looking for companies to sponsor the Eagles. We recently raised $8,000 to get the team a new run through tunnel for the field.” He expands, “The boosters have fundraising ideas, such as a Meet-the-Team event and a Run-theTunnel event.” They are actively looking for sponsors who want to make that extra connection with the community that traditional advertising just doesn’t offer. Besides the local football games having the heart, action and story that could match any major-Hollywood sport film script (sorry Sandra Bullock, you deserved the Oscar—but you are no Coach May), fans (and sponsors!) who support their local teams know that team sports promote
more than just fun and physical fitness. And there are studies to prove it. A local study done at the University of Miami’s Center for Research on Sport in Society (UMCRSS) followed 14,000 students on their journey through school, beginning with their 8th grade year. Head UMCRSS researcher Jomills Braddock II said of the study, “Involvement in sports appears to enhance a student’s academic aspirations, investments, and achievements.” He continues, “Our initial investigations indicate that student athletes are more likely to have actually enrolled in college prep programs, graduated from high school, and matriculated in college.” Braddock also noted lower levels of conflict in the schools that emphasized sport activities, and says that administrators should be aware of such field studies when contemplating cutting team sport programs from schools. The results of this study at UM are echoed by other industry experts, such as Jean Côté, head of the School of Kinesiology and Health Studies. During her research spearheaded by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada, Côté summarizes, “Under the right conditions, youth sports can help children develop transferrable personal and social skills—citizenship qualities that they’ll retain throughout their lives.” If this story has tugged at your heartstrings and makes you want to support your local community, contact Douglas Gridiron Club President Doug Waldinger at doug5037@myacc.net or 954.775.7634. Go Eagles! ● WWW.LIFEPUBS.COM • 43
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feature
By Carol Brown
Vegetable Gardening IN SOUTH FLORIDA Homegrown vegetables are superior in freshness, taste and nutrition. So why not try your hand in the backyard garden?
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magine a mouth-watering salad with juicy, vineripened tomatoes mixed with exotic baby microgreens, radicchio and rainbow-colored Swiss chard topped with tangy radishes, organic cucumbers and scallions. Or, how about a delectable side of fresh broccoli, snowy white cauliflower or succulent peas and carrots just bursting with flavor?
Carol Brown is the President of the Boca Raton Garden Club, which meets on the �irst Tuesday of the month. Carol is an avid gardener, a dollhouse miniaturist and has a degree in Journalism. To learn more about vegetable gardening, horticulture, �loral design, or the Club’s meetings, visit www. bocaratongardenclub.org.
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No, you’re not eating brunch at an expensive eatery. These are culinary delights that you could whip up using fresh vegetables growing in your own backyard. There is nothing more rewarding than growing your own fresh vegetables. The combination of vibrant colors and aromas provides a feast for your eyes as well as your palate—not to mention benefits for your health. Fall is approaching and that’s the perfect time to plant your vegetable garden in South Florida. Here are a few easy steps to help you get started. First choose a site that gets plenty of sunlight and is well drained. Ideally it should be close to your home and to a water source, Continued on next page
Carol Brown, President of the Boca Raton Garden Club, grows lettuce, carrots, zucchini and beans (just to name a few!) in her home garden
There is nothing more rewarding than growing your own fresh vegetables. The combination of vibrant colors and aromas provides a feast for your eyes as well as your palate.
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Vegetables That Do Well in South Florida Broccoli Peppers Tomatoes Carrots Radishes Leaf Lettuce
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Onions Celery Cauliflower Spinach Swiss chard Peas
Scallions Pole beans Cabbage Kale Leeks Romaine
Turnips Tomatillos Arugula Radicchio
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You can grow produce for a fraction of the cost of buying it at a gourmet market. And, the taste will just knock your socks off!
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and receive at least six hours of direct sunlight daily. Next consider what your planting source will be. You can either grow your vegetables from seed or starter plants. There are advantages to both. If you start from seed, the sky’s the limit with what you have to choose from but you’ll have both a longer growing period and waiting time before you can harvest. On the other hand, starter plants give you instant gratification along with a head start on your growing season, but you’ll have less of a selection. You also need to decide if you want to grow your plants in beds or containers. Container gardening is terrific if you have limited space or live in an apartment or condo. The plants are easy to move, which makes it simpler to find ideal growing conditions. Container types are limited only by your imagination. You can use pots, cans, buckets, recyclable bins, ice chests, inflatable swimming pools or even old bathtubs, as long you have the proper drainage. Vegetables that are susceptible to diseases and nematodes, like tomatoes and peppers, typically do better in containers. Or, you may choose to grow your plants in raised beds. These provide good drainage and act as a barricade to pests like snails and slugs as well as invading weeds. Roots will grow further into the ground to access helpful nutrients since the beds don‘t have bottoms. No matter which method you choose you should improve or “amend” the soil at least three weeks before planting by adding organic matter such as manure, compost or commercial potting soil mixes. It’s also important to apply fertilizer, such as 6-6-6 or 10-10-10, to provide a nutrient boost to your garden plot before planting. You should continue to fertilize once a month during the growing season. Vegetables that do well in south Florida include broccoli, peppers, tomatoes, carrots, radishes, leaf lettuce, Swiss chard, peas, scallions, pole beans, cabbage, onions, kale, leeks, cauliflower, spinach, romaine, turnips, tomatillos, arugula, celery and radicchio. Start planting in late September/early October, depending on the temperature. If it’s still very hot, wait a few weeks. You can continue planting heat-tolerant plants like peppers all the way through March. Plant celery in late fall and you’ll still be cutting stalks in May. Remember to stagger your plantings so you can enjoy multiple harvests. You also need a plan to combat both pests
and diseases—ideally without using chemicals. Carefully examine plants before buying them to ensure that they’re free of insects and disease symptoms like leaf spots or blights—and if possible, choose vegetable varieties known to be resistant to nematodes and diseases. Try planting flowers like marigolds, nasturtiums and sunflowers in your vegetable garden to provide nectar and pollen that attract beneficial insects. Pick your crop as soon as it ripens as over-ripe vegetables can attract more insects. Solarization can also help reduce nematodes. Cover your tilled soil with plastic for 4-6 weeks prior to planting and the sun’s energy will heat the soil and kill these unwanted pests. Pesticides should be used only as a last resort only when a serious problem exists. A few pests don’t mean you have an infestation. If you do use chemicals, carefully follow the directions for application as some can’t be used on vegetables. Use these tips and you’ll be well on your way to reaping the benefits of a vegetable grower! Gardening is great for your health as you’ll get fresh air, sunshine and exercise. The nutritional value of chemicalfree vegetables is unsurpassed. It’s also fantastic for your mental health and easy on your pocketbook. You can grow produce for a fraction of the cost of buying it at a gourmet market. And, the taste will just knock your socks off! Happy planting! ●
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mindmatters
By Amy Demner, Ph.D., LMHC
The Truth about
Teen Sexuality
W Dr. Amy Demner has more than 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist and board certified clinical sexologist. She works with individuals, couples, and families needing support in child/teen problems, parenting, intimacy, stress, anger management, grief, divorce adjustment, anxiety, and depression. To contact Dr. Amy email info@lifepubs.com.
ho do you want to teach your children about sex — their friends, the media, the Internet, books and movies, Cosmopolitan, or YOU? Believe it or not, they’d prefer that too! There are two periods of time when psychosexual development is at a peak. The first one occurs between the ages of 3-8. During this time, a child’s sexual curiosity is heightened. He’s learning about gender roles, observing couple relationships and exploring his body. The other time is during adolescence which, as any parent of a teen knows, is a tumultuous stage of development. Fueled by body and hormonal changes, there is a concern with fitting in and desire for greater freedom which is accompanied by heightened and confusing sexual feelings. If you think your child is too immature, innocent, or disinterested in learning about or experiencing sexual thoughts, feelings, and behavior, think again. For this reason, many parents don’t discuss sexual topics. Other reasons parents don’t talk about sex are: fear that providing information will encourage them to have it, discomfort or lack of knowledge with the topic, and negative or abusive current or past sexual experiences. You may be thinking, but we’ve had the “talk”! For many parents, the talk consists of warnings about unwanted pregnancy and STDs. Many teens hear the talk as yet
another fear-based lecture about how doing something will result in getting in trouble. While some parents provide warnings about the physical problems resulting from unsafe sexual practices such as the legal and detrimental problems resulting from unplanned pregnancy, they fall short when it comes to discussing the emotional impact of being sexual with someone. Many teens are not prepared for the intense and new emotions that result from sharing their bodies with someone else. It’s the most intimate experience two people can have for both genders. I’ve seen many male teens who were devastated after a breakup with their partner. Your Tech Gens have instant and easy access to a myriad of information via the internet as well as contact with peers through social networks and texting. Sex is the number one topic searched on the internet. Any parent of a teen is well aware how different their world is now than theirs was. But some things haven’t changed. You can expect your children to do the things you did—and then some!
The Facts: ● The average age for first sexual intercourse is 17. ● 21% of female teens and 13% of male teens did not use contraception during first intercourse. Those who did, according to research, were more likely to continue using protection. ● In 2011, nearly half (47%) of high school students reported having sex. This figure has declined from 54% according to reports from 1991. ● 1 in 10 high school students reported having experienced dating violence. ● More than 1 in 5 (22%) of college women have been victims of physical abuse, sexual abuse, or threats of physical violence. ● As of October 11, 2011, sexting between teens is illegal in Florida. If a teen is caught texting racy or nude pictures to another teen, the penalty is eight hours of community service or a $60 fine. Second offense is a first-degree misdemeanor; third offense carries a felony charge with a maximum 5-year prison sentence. ● 20% of teens ages 13-19 have electronically sent or posted online nude or semi-nude photos or videos of themselves.
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● The FDA has approved the over-the-counter morning-after pill for sale without a prescription to women ages 15 and over. ● In the state of Florida, a minor can consent to contraceptive services if her doctor believes her health will be at risk if the service is not provided. ● 95% of college rapes are never reported to authorities. ● More than 75% of college students who experience unwanted intercourse were under the influence of alcohol or drugs. In addition to the physical and psychological harm caused by substance abuse, it also creates problems when it comes to intimacy for teens. Sex, like drugs, releases Dopamine and like any high, they may end up seeking the rush instead of the longer lasting more subtle feel good of human contact and connection. Your openness about sex and sexual issues can help your teen make better, informed decisions about their sexual activity, help reduce the odds of date rape, prevent pregnancy or contracting an STD, and help them achieve healthy, happy, and satisfying intimate relationships. l PARKLAND/CORAL SPRINGS LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013
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nutritionnews
By Pamela Ofstein. MS, RD, LD/N
The Great Milk Debate
HOW DO THE NON-DAIRY OPTIONS MEASURE UP TO COW’S MILK?
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Pamela Ofstein, a resident of Parkland’s Whittier Oaks, is a registered and licensed dietitian. As a consultant dietitian, she contributes health-related information to different media venues, including magazines, radio, web videos, and television; and to local physicians and associations promoting health and well-being to the public sector. She can be reached at info@lifepubs.com.
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ilk does a body good and provides calcium and other nutrients our bodies need. But what if milk just isn’t your thing? According to studies by the USDA’s Economic Research Committee, sales of non-dairy milk alternatives are growing annually and per capita, milk consumption has fallen per day. Whether you’re vegan, intolerant, allergic, have cultural preferences or simply want an alternative, how similar are milk and nondairy milk in terms of providing nutrients while ensuring good taste? Since there are
several alternatives it’s important to know how they measure up. Let’s start with cow’s milk. It generally contains 30% of the Daily Value (DV) of calcium (important for bone and teeth health) and 25% of the vitamin D recommended daily per serving. It also can contain more protein, potassium, and phosphorus than nondairy alternatives. For some this can be a good thing but for those who are watching their potassium intake or trying to limit protein, an alternative might be what you are looking for. Cow’s milk is generally higher in sodium, fat (depending on your selection), and cholesterol.
Now let’s compare non-dairy milk selections. ● Soy Milk is made of soy beans that are crushed and combines protein, water and oil. A serving of soy milk is low in saturated fat and contains zero cholesterol (secondary to it being plant based). It may not have the exact same amount of protein as cow’s milk, but it does give milk a run for its money. Unlike cow’s milk, soy milk provides about 10% of the DV of dietary fiber and contains omega-3 fatty acids and 8% iron. When looking at soy milk as an alternative or drink of choice, an 8-oz. serving of fortified soy milk gives you 30% of your DV of calcium which is right up there in comparison to cow’s milk. According to the 2010 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee, if you don’t consume cow’s milk for health reasons, such as lactose intolerance, allergies, or you're vegan, soy milk is your best alternative. ● Almond Milk is lower in calories and sugar than conventional milk or other alternatives; it’s also high in vitamin E and contains no cholesterol. It’s lower in protein than soy milk at 2 grams per serving, but if you include it with other natural, nutrient balanced foods, protein sources, and whole grains, it can provide the essential amino acids you need daily. Almonds also naturally contain calcium and are a rich source of vitamin E (about half your daily recommended intake per serving). It's also fortified with calcium, so getting your recommended intake is definitely an option. ● Coconut Milk is a non-dairy milk alternative that has been around for a long time, but there
are a lot of new coconut beverage products and promotions being marketed today. Coconut milk is simply coconut blended with water. It’s lower in protein than cow’s milk (5.5 grams of protein per cup) but higher than some of the other non-dairy alternatives. The negative is that it does contain a higher level of fat (saturated fat, too) and calories (a cup of coconut milk can contain greater than 500 calories). ● Rice Milk is an alternative that has been recommended for a long time, especially in the renal (kidney) community. It’s a healthy alternative to cow’s milk but does lack some of the important nutrients. Rice milk is cholesterol free and is good for individuals with nut or soy allergies. It’s lower in protein compared to other non-dairy milks, and is generally the thinnest non-dairy milk. It does contain calcium and vitamin D, however, making it a fine alternative. Fortified Rice Dream, for example, adds enough calcium to provide 30% of the DV and provides 25% of the DV of vitamin D, which is equivalent to cow’s milk. Like some of the other milk alternatives, just be sure to include a variety of whole foods that contain necessary vitamins and protein. ● A couple other non-dairy milk alternatives include Oat Milk or Hemp Milk. Oat milk provides fiber, phytochemicals, omega-3 fatty acids and iron, but is low in protein. Hemp Milk is made from soaked hemp seeds that are ground with water and is often better used in baked products due to its flavor. Depending on your preference or dietary needs, nondairy milk alternatives can be included easily in your daily intake. Just be sure you look for unsweetened or plain varieties (limiting added sugars or flavors) and include a well-rounded diet of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, healthy fats, and other non-dairy options. This way you know you are getting the nutrients you need to do your body good. ● PARKLAND/CORAL SPRINGS LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013
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anewyou
By David J. Levens, MD, PA, FACS
All Eyes on David J. Levens, MD, PA, FACS, in practice in Coral Springs for 23 years, is a graduate of MIT and Columbia University-College of Physicians and Surgeons. Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, he has recently been named once again a Top Doctor in Castle Connolly’s national ratings. Contact him at info@lifepubs.com.
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t’s said that eyes are the “windows to the soul.” Sometimes however, that view can be affected by droopy eyelids or “bags.” People often say that while they may feel young and energetic on the inside, their appearance, both to themselves and others appears tired, stressed or aged. Several types of minimally invasive and/or surgical procedures can help. For patients with excess, sagging skin above the upper eyelid fold, or sagging “bags” of fatty tissue beneath the eye, cosmetic eyelid surgery can
restore a more youthful, alert look. Excessively full upper eyelids can be familial or age-related. Blepharoplasty can remove excess skin and fatty tissue with an incision concealed in the eyelid crease. For lower eyelid “bags,” incisions are placed either immediately below the eyelashes where they are inconspicuous or inside the lower eyelids, depending upon the specific patient. Fatty tissue causing the puffy look is sculpted or repositioned to smooth the contour while minimizing any potential hollow appearance. Resurfacing with a chemical peel or laser is sometimes used on the skin of the lower eyelid to help minimize fine lines and wrinkles. Often, Botox/ Dysport and/or fillers are also used to address crow’s feet and enhance the overall results of the eyelid surgery. The goal in eyelid surgery is to produce the most significant improvement possible within the bounds of utmost safety. Removing too much skin and fat can create a skeletal look and in rare cases, can make it difficult to close the eyes properly. continued on page 75
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schoollife Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School By Abby Ross With the first two weeks of school in the past, students are beginning to adjust to the upcoming 2013-2014 school year. Piles of homework are put to the side to enjoy Labor Day, which is the first weekend in September. Football season kicks off with the Douglas Varsity’s first game on Friday, Sept. 6. Juniors may start to feel the stress of the dreaded standardized tests, as the school year’s first ACT test will take place on Sept. 21. School spirit will shine throughout the halls as homecoming week will take place from Sept. 23-27. And the annual homecoming dance will take place on Saturday the 28th. Students should always stay tuned to the announcements to stay informed on upcoming meetings and tryouts for fall sports. Parents and students can visit the school website (douglashigh.browardschools.com), as well as the website launched by Aerie Yearbook (MSDeagleslanding.com) to find out about the latest news and events. Additionally, students should purchase the school’s yearbook under Online Payments on the Aerie yearbook website. Go Eagles!
Coral Park Elementary By Robyne Friedland We have only just begun and yet there is so much going on at CPE. The students are settling into their classes, learning their new routines and making new friends. We invite you to join us for the Back to School Night events for your child coming up this month. Please look for the notices sent home to see which night is your night to attend. This evening will introduce you to the teacher, the class routine, the subject matter being covered during the school year and so much more. The Cherrydale fundraising is going on and we need your help. Please sell, sell, sell and return your money and invoices by September 11. This money goes toward helping the school acquire technology, supplies and many other items that help keep CPE functioning as a great school. Please join us on Wednesday, September 11 for our SAC meeting at 7:15am in the art room. This monthly meeting gives insight into the behind the scenes work at CPE. You can learn about the safety, curriculum guidelines and our school improvement plan and help contribute to discussions about the continued success of the school. Don’t forget there is no school on Monday, September 2 and Thursday, September 5. Enjoy your holidays. Additionally, there is an early release day on Thursday, September 24 when school will be dismissed at 12pm. Come join us for our Back to School PTA event on Saturday, September 28 at 10:30am. Bring your game and join us for an old fashioned color war. There will be food, competitions and tons of fun. Bring your sunscreen and comfortable shoes; meet new friends and reunite with old ones while having a friendly battle. Please feel free to always contact the front office at CPE if you ever have any questions or concerns. The hours are 7:30am-3pm and you can contact the school at 754.322.5850.
Country Hills Elementary By Betsy Zaslav September is here and we are all back in the swing of things. What a great start to school we have had. Please note that there will be no school on September 2 due to Labor Day and no school on September 5 in honor of Rosh Hashanah. We are looking forward to hosting our K-2 parents and guardians for Open House on Wednesday, September 11 at 6:30pm. This is a great opportunity to meet your child’s teacher and be introduced to the curriculum your child
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will be learning this year. Volunteers are an integral part of our school and positively affect the school experience for our children and teachers. Please remember that if you are interested in volunteering this year, you have to submit your information at www.getinvolvedineducation.com. This must be done every year as the volunteer database is purged every July. Hopefully, you were able to attend the Volunteer Orientation on August 30, but even if you couldn’t, we would still welcome you to volunteer. Our first official PTA Meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 17 at 9:15am in Portable 11 and we hope to see you there. The first SAC/SAF Meeting will take place on Monday, September 30 at 6:30pm in the Media Center. (This is a great alternative if you cannot make the PTA meeting.) On September 27, the PTA will host a Back to School Bingo night. It will definitely be tons of fun for kids and adults alike. Please mark your calendars and plan on attending. Please visit our PTA website at www.countryhillspta.org. Here you will find many of the PTA forms as well as important information that will help answer questions you may have about the PTA and what we do for Country Hills. Additionally, we have our sponsors listed on our website—see who is supporting the PTA and please visit them often. We are so grateful to our sponsors. If you have any questions about the Country Hills PTA, please contact co-Presidents Cathi Rush at cathirush@yahoo.com or Christine Fris at ctfris@ msn.com.
Eagle Ridge Elementary By Marina Sanchez-Rashid, Principal Welcome back! We hope that you had a wonderful summer vacation and that you enjoyed some special, quality time with your children. To all our new ERE Eagles: welcome to our school. You’re going to LOVE IT! Our theme this year is “ERE All Stars.” This new theme will set the tone for another successful year in which each and every member of our ERE Family will strive to shine as a proud member of our wonderful team and to be THE BEST they can be! We celebrate our academic success as an “A” school and a recipient of the Golden School Award, due to our high rank in academic learning gains and community involvement. Our school ranks among the TOP TEN at the state level. We would like to thank our DREAM TEAM of students, teachers, staff, parents, and community volunteers who give their ALL in making this happen! This year we continue to maintain academic focus with special emphasis on communication. As a result, we will continue to hold our “Coffee with the Luckiest Principal” chats on the first Tuesday of the month. Our first conversation will take place on Tuesday, September 10 at 7:30am in the Staff Development Room (Media Center Complex). We will be talking about “What’s New for 2013-14.” We look forward to seeing you there! Our Open House date and times are as follows: PLACE, Kindergarten, First and Second grades on Wednesday, September 11 from 6-6:45pm and Third, Fourth, and Fifth grades on Wednesday, September 11 from 7-7:45pm. In the meantime, if you would like to volunteer, feel free to contact us at 754.322.6300. Please remember that volunteers MUST log on to www.getinvolvedineducation.com BEFORE they report to school. Thank you. If you have questions, or ideas you would like to share with us, please feel free to contact your child’s teacher. Our Support Team members and I are also here to help, 754.322.6300. We look forward to seeing you around campus. It’s going to be another GREAT year at Eagle Ridge Elementary! Continued on next page PARKLAND/CORAL SPRINGS LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013
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Heron Heights Elementary By Gaby Franklin The 2013-2014 school year has already started. Everyone is busy learning new things, getting to know new teachers, catching up with old friends and making many new friends. September is the month to really get our routines set and going. We have a few things happening this month. The first week will be a short one—school is out on Monday, Sept. 2 in observance of Labor Day. It will also be closed on Thursday, Sept. 5. The Open House for 1st, 3rd, and 5th grade will be held on Sept. 11. The first session of After School Clubs starts the week of Sept. 9. Peace Day is on Sept. 20 and each class/grade will have different activities to promote and celebrate peace. Also, we will have McDonald’s night on Sept. 25 from 5-8pm. Come out and support HHE. And check out the school webpage at www.heronheightselementary.com for more information on the different clubs and schedules, upcoming events and links to very helpful resources. If your family is in need of aftercare, remember that HHE offers an Aftercare Program. You can check the school website for information or contact Solange Vaillard at solange.vaillard@browardschools.com for more information on availability. For volunteering opportunities visit the PTA website at www. heronheightspta.com. You can also find information on upcoming events and meetings there. If you wish to volunteer, a volunteer application must be filled out and submitted for approval. You can do so by going to the school website and clicking on the Volunteer Application link. This needs to be done before volunteering in the classroom or being a chaperone for field trips. Be on the lookout for next month’s update. October will sure be a fun and busy month.
Mary Help of Christians Catholic School By Helen Downey The new school year is off to a great start and students are settling back into the routine nicely. There’s a lot going on in the month of September, beginning with Labor Day on Monday, September 2 when the school will be closed. We hope that everyone enjoys the lovely long weekend. On Wednesday, September 4, we have our school portraits. Please make sure that your child wears the full school uniform – no PE uniforms. Friday, September 6 is our normal First Friday early dismissal day. Our times for early dismissal have changed for this year, beginning at 12:05pm for Kindergarten through grade 4 and staggered until 12:30pm for all other grades. On Saturday, September 7 we will host our Student Council Leadership Camp. This is a new event to help foster leadership skills among our newly elected council. On Monday, September 9 and Tuesday, September 10, our school will have vision and hearing screening for all students. The Booster Club Bake Sale is on Wednesday, September 11 after school. Please stick around and support the club as they work hard to raise funds for our sporting activities. Our Red Ribbon Week takes place the week of Monday, September 16. Red Ribbon Week is a nationwide alcohol, tobacco and other drug and violence prevention awareness campaign and we are actively supporting it, re-enforcing the message of “just say no” throughout the school. Then Wednesday, September 18 is Dress Down Day. Don’t forget to attend the Home and School Association (HAS) monthly open meeting for all parents of MHOC students (date to be published via the weekly school newsletter). This is a great opportunity to find out more about the activities at the school and volunteer your support.
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Park Springs Elementary By Amy Lieber Park Springs is “Paws”itively Wild About Learning for the 2013-14 school year! We would like to welcome back all of our students and families, both new and returning! Park Springs is proud to be part of the Coral Springs Quantum Leap Zone! The curriculum for this program, with consistent focus on rigor and relevance, promotes and cultivates academic excellence in all areas of academia. Our curriculum also serves as a pathway to a successful transition into secondary education. We are committed to the development of future leaders! In addition, our teachers have been very busy preparing for the upcoming school year and the transition to the Common Core Standards. The Common Core Standards provide a consistent, clear understanding of what students are expected to learn, so teachers and parents know what they need to do to help them. The standards are designed to be robust and relevant to the real world, reflecting the knowledge and skills that our children need for success in college and careers. We have awesome events planned for the fall season. Please stop by to check out what’s going on at PSE and mark your calendars for these events: After school Cheerleading Club for students in grades K-5 - Sept. 13; Interim Reports – Sept. 20; Fall Book Fair – Sept. 30-Oct. 4; Book Fair Family Night – Oct. 1 from 5-7pm; PTO Ice Cream Family Social - Oct. 1 from 6-7pm; PTO Halloween Bingo – Oct. 23 - 6:30-8:30pm. If you are interested in a tour of Park Springs Elementary, please contact Mrs. Klaasen, Principal or Mrs. Policastro, Assistant Principal at 754.322.7750.
Park Trails Elementary By Jeaneen Muller Park Trails PTA together with Heron Heights PTA are thrilled to launch their new websites: www. ParkTrailsPTA.com and www.heronheightspta. com. Our new interactive site will provide better communication with our families and business partners as well as help to manage our volunteer program and increase our donations. It will be user-friendly so that parents will be able to volunteer, purchase family PTA membership, view upcoming events, purchase spirit wear, event tickets, etc. as well as participate in surveys. Business partners and parents alike will have the opportunity to advertise their businesses on our sites, reaching all of our families. Please be sure to visit our website often to stay informed. If you would like to be volunteer at some of our fun events or participate in classroom activities, PARKLAND/CORAL SPRINGS LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013
please register at www.getinvolved.com if you haven’t already done so. There are numerous opportunities available to parents who would like to get more involved in school and volunteer. Save the dates: Park Trails’ Annual Book Fair will be held September 30 - October 4. Bingo Night will also be on October 2. It will be a fun family night; more information to come home soon.
Riverglades Elementary By Pam Ofstein Welcome back to another fantastic school year. It’s an exciting time filled with new teachers and classroom adventures, and meeting up with old and new friends. Team Work makes the Dream Work, so let’s kick off the month of September with all the important Riverglades happenings. Starting off the month, be on the lookout for our Riverglades Local Fun Coupon Book Fundraiser (formerly SimplePons). Nothing starts the school year off better than saving some money. From September 3-17, you’ll be able to take orders from friends and family to support our fall fundraiser. Use only a few coupons and the book pays for itself! There are hundreds of coupons from over 100 awesome local merchants including tons of Buy One Get One Free, 50% off, free services, and other great savings. Each book sells for only $20 and our school keeps $10! On September 11, we will have our evening PTA General Meeting. This is a perfect time to learn more about the PTA and what the upcoming year has to offer. The evening meeting is also a good opportunity to network with your friends and other families here at Riverglades and learn how you can continue to support our school. Now what is better than reading .... nothing in our book! We know how much fun reading can be and there is no better way to bring the world of books to our kids than the Scholastic Book Fair. During the week of September 16 -20, students will have the opportunity to visit the Book Fair and explore what is offered. Riverglades PTA will continue to sell Student Directories and PTA Memberships throughout the month—two great ways to stay connected and involved with your school. In addition, for those of you who want to show a little spirit, there’s plenty of time to stock up on Riverglades apparel and spirit items. In addition, opportunities are available for Partners in Education sponsorships. This is an easy way to support your school, market your business, and create a local presence in our community. Information can be found at www. rivergladeselementarypta.org. And check out the website for more information and updates. Here’s to another exciting month. ●
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the sportinglife By Debra Perovich
It’s September…
and that means it’s time to celebrate Labor Day with a family picnic at one of our beautiful parks! Parkland/Coral Springs Life works darn hard to provide our area’s most comprehensive listings for all LOCAL sports so you can see what opportunities are out there for you and your kids! However, if you don’t see your group here, just let us know! Or…if you have questions on THESE programs, call the contacts directly or check their websites. And remember, it’s our pleasure to acknowledge your child’s sporting accomplishment, their team or any individual player. So if you have news or pictures, feel free to send them!! Contact us at info@lifepubs.com.
Parkland
Serving all of Broward County. For more info, see listing under Coral Springs. Offering baseball & T-Ball for ages 5- to 18-years-old. Interested in sponsoring a team? Please email sponsors@parklandll.com. For more info, please visit parklandll.com or call the Little League hotline at 954.604.2442. Year-round. Ages 8–18. Compete in tournaments & Summer American Amateur Baseball Congress League. Registration is ongoing. Call Pete, 954.752.0710 or Les, 954.255.8740. Boys 1st - 12th, Girls 1st - 10th. There are 2 games per week, one Sunday, one weekday. There are 14 games, followed by double elimination playoffs. All games at Terramar Park. See website for more info. Coaches, sponsors & volunteers always needed! 954.227.0989 / www. parklandbasketball.com. League kick off began in August. One practice is held weekdays, games are held on Saturdays. Date and time determined at coaches meeting and player skill assessment pre-league. Season ends with trophies, parent vs. coach game and pizza party! Parkland YMCA, 10559 Trails End. 954.384.9622 / SSheilds@ymcabroward.org. Ages 5-15 prior to 8/1/13 for 2013 season. Check website for all updates at www. ParklandRangers.com. Contact info: For football, 954.547.6486 (Brian Hall) or email Info@ParklandRangers.com. For cheer, 954.646.0582 (Caren Bock) or email Cheer@ ParklandRangers.com. NFL-sponsored fall league. Registration for 2013 season underway. Coed divisions for ages 5–15 (new 14/15 age division) & girls-only divisions for ages 8–14 (new 8/9, 10/11 and 12/14 age division). 5-year-old league for Boys & Girls (9/1/06 – 8/31/07). Check website for updated info. Coaches & sponsors always needed! For additional info visit www.parklandflag. com. Programs create friendships and bonds by empowering players with special needs and student volunteers to realize there are “No Limits.” Program includes: Flag Football Fundamentals, Warm-up Instruction, One-on-One Time with Buddy, Informal Low Pressure Game, and most importantly lots of fun. Season runs August thru November. Games on Saturday afternoons. Volunteers needed and can earn service hours. Contact Coach Andy at zaukasaa@fastboltcorp.com. Visit their website at www.parklandbuddysports.com. K–5th grade. America’s Leaders offers after school instruction for a nominal fee at Park Trails Elementary on Tuesdays, 2:15–4:15pm & Riverglades Elementary on Wednesdays, 2–4pm. Call Valerie at 954.748.5977. The Equestrian Center at Temple Park holds shows the 2nd Sunday of each month, Sept.–April. Come watch some of the area’s finest strut their stuff! Call Maria at 954.346.1412. For girls & boys in K – 8th grade. Regular season practices are ongoing. Registration opens in September for 2014 season. Midget & Bantum Girls and Boys U7 & U9 – 1 evening practice/ week, 1 game on Sat. All other divisions: 2, 1 ½ hr. practices/week, 1 Sat. game. Visit www. parklandlacrosse.com or email hrbocawest@aol.com for info. MSD HS offers a boys & girls lacrosse club competing on a varsity level. MSD students grades 9–12 compete & join over 20 other high schools. Season runs mid-Jan. thru mid-May. Contact Mike, 954.346.0001 or visit douglaslacrosse.teammania.net. Join them on Tues., Thurs. & Sat. for group runs. They also hold social events, races, a kids program & other running-related activities all year! Contact Melissa Hinton at melissavs@ myacc.net or www.NWBRRC.com. Program for special needs children. Contact Jeb at JNiewood@aol.com. Ages 4–18. Tryouts begin 9/15. See website for details. Sponsors & coaches always needed. Refs can register at www.FSR–INC.com. www.parklandsoccer.net or call 954.410.5172.
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Ages 4–18 (must turn 4 prior to 9/1/13 for 2013 season). Check website for more details on future season at www.parklandsoccer.net or call 954.410.5172, 954.536.6364. Competes in tri-county & statewide tourneys. Personal tryouts welcomed year-round. Call Debbie, 954.240.8929 or Dave, 954.868.5697 or visit parklandpredators.com. Year-round soccer club for men over 25. Every Sunday at 6pm at Pine Trails Park. Registration ongoing. www.parklandadultsoccer.com. E–mail Alexeldeir@aol.com, or call Alex, 954.255.7098 or 954.675.9715. We’re a group of families who play soccer with our kids every Sunday in Parkland. We welcome all, regardless of skill level. All ages 8 to 80! Most games held at Pine Trails Park at 10am. More info? Email familysoc@att.net or call Paul Locatelli at 754.368.9933. Ages 5–18. Registration available online. For more info, call Michelle Mockenhaupt, 954.798.1204 or visit www.parklandgirlssoftball.com. Lessons available every day except Sunday. Tennis pros: Nick Hall & Ken Collins. Private instruction, mixed double leagues, adult & kid’s programs, camps, men’s challenge & social events. 954.757.1910. This co-ed program is designed to encourage the development of children’s motor skills while participating in a social and welcoming environment of basketball, soccer & flag football. Without scores or pressure this programs allows children to emerge to the next level. Every Monday from 4:15-5:15pm at the Parkland YMCA, 10559 Trails End, Parkland. Call 954.384.9622 for details.
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For info on all leagues, please visit CoralSprings.org. For registration info, call 954.575.9322. For dates and info on player evaluation, please see website. Contact Charlie Russo - President@csnll.org, Jeffrey Needle - Treasurer@csnll.org, Adam Berger - Secretary@csnll.org or visit www.csnll.org. Modified baseball program for ages 5–18 with ANY disability. Serving all of Broward County. No cost. Equipment, uniforms, pictures, trophies & more provided. Contact Randy Hibshman: 954.755.2461 / dhibshman@bellsouth.net. All baseball players between the ages of 7- 18 (by April 30, 2014) who live North of Wiles Rd. in Coral Springs are welcome (for 2014 season). For more information, contact Joe Sarakinis at 954.821.2736, or visit www.eteamz.com/northsprings. Nationally ranked 8U Florida Pokers Travel Baseball Team is looking for Elite 7-8 year old players. Professional instruction from the Los Angeles Angels & Florida Marlins. Contact Doug Scott: 954.263.0669 / dscott@blazebranding.com. 10 & 11-year-old players needed. Weekly practices, year-round tournaments & fall league. Call Coach Tom at 954.254.0544. (Amateur Athletic Union) – Ages 4–15. Residents given 1st priority. Season runs thru Nov 15. Registration (by mail) has been extended, check website for details. Sponsors, coaches & umpires needed. All games played at N. Community & Cypress Parks. 954.341.0702 / www.coralspringswinterbaseball.org. Youth Softball Assoc. of Coral Springs for boys & girls ages 5–18. 954.344.0171 / www. eteamz.com/ysacs. For 5th graders. Free sports conditioning available all year long to all who want to try out or just show up to train. Coaches and players needed! Contact Scott Shurpin at 954.591.0552 for dates, times and locations. Slam Dunk! Boys & girls grades 1–12. Men & women 18+. Check website for updated info. Games played at Coral Springs Gym. Men’s league (over 40) plays year-round at Coral Springs Gym. Visit csbchoops.com or call Pat Finney, 954.970.4474. Come to Mullins Park track & show your stuff. Year-round. Call Ian Chinloy, 954.341.6495. Every Sunday at Lions Park from 12–3pm. E-mail tapana@aol.com. For tackle info call 954.390.7369 or Don Grushka 954.753.3862. For flag (ages 7–15) info, call Jim Garrity at 954.753.7461 or visit www.csffc.org. Use football contacts above. At Coral Springs Gym. Offering tumbling, acrobatics, drama, musical theater & creative movement for 2-4 year olds. Cheerleading for 4-10 year olds. Cheerleading and gymnastics for 5-9 year olds. Drama for 6-10 year olds. Register at Coral Springs Gym. For more info: 954.971.9917 / www.joydecoenterprises.com. Continued on next page PARKLAND/CORAL SPRINGS LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013
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Continued from previous page For kids 5–17 & adults 18+ at the Riverside Roller Hockey Rink. Call 954.755.4636. For info call Jeff Grier at 954.341.9956. Coral Springs Chiefs. 2014 registration and free, pre-season clinics begin in September. Practices 2 evenings per week, games on Saturday. Sponsors needed. Check website for more info at www.coralspringslacrosse.com. The Sportsplex. All ages can skate with Panther’s mascot Stanley C. Panther. Variety of skating programs, Ice Hockey for youth & “Junior Lady Panthers.” Call 954.341.9956. Betti Stradling Park. Operated by the Coral Springs Skateboard Club. 4 ft. half pipe, various height ramps & grinding equipment. 954.345.2200 / www.coralsprings.org. Ages 5–19. Online registration is available for 2013/2014 season. In-person registration will be held on Sat., 9/7, from 1:30pm-6:30pm at Cypress Hall in Cypress Hammock Park, 1300 Coral Springs Dr., Coral Springs. Visit CSYS.org or call Mimi Milton, 954.341.6391 for more info. Men over 30, call Dr. Rami Toueg, 954.341.4500. Coral Springs United F.C. For more information, email mikedriscoll@coralspringsunited.com. Kids learn to swim without trauma or fear. Group lessons: 8 classes, 30 min. Ages 3–4, $100; Ages 5+ $80. Annual registration: $25/pp, $40/family. Lessons at the Aquatic Complex. Call Biggi at 954.345.5441. Tryouts every Wed. 3–4pm at the Aquatic Complex. csscswim.com / 954.345.5441. Ages 6+. All categories: Novices, Intermediates & Age Groups, at the Aquatic Complex. 954.345.5441 / www.csaquacades.org. Kids & adults. Next session: 10/7–11/2. Students placed according to ability except for the USPTA Little Tennis Program which is for ages 4–6. Cypress Park Tennis Center, 1300 Coral Springs Dr. 954.344.1840. For grades K–5. Session will run for 6 weeks, Oct. 7 – Nov. 2 at Cypress Park Tennis Center, 1300 Coral Springs Dr. For more info call 954.344.1840. For ages 7–14. Session will run for 6 weeks, Oct. 7 – Nov. 2 at Cypress Park Tennis Center, 1300 Coral Springs Dr. For more info call 954.344.1840. Beginners are on Fri. from 9–10am; 10–11am for advanced beginners. $50 for a 4–week session. Cardio Tennis is offered on Fridays 8–9am & 9–10am for $12/class. Drills are offered Mon. 9:30–11am & Wed. 7–8:30pm for $15/class. Tennis Center of Coral Springs, 2575 Sportsplex Dr. For more info call 954.344.1840. Level I: for Advanced Training boys & girls meets on Mon., Wed. & Fri. from 5–7pm. Class includes skills, drills, strategy & fitness. Level II: for Competitive Training boys & girls meets on Mon., Tues., Thurs. from 5–7pm. Class includes tournament training, match play & fitness. $140 for 2 days a week for the entire 4–week session, or $200 for 3 days a week. Level III: for Elite Training boys & girls meets Mon.–Fri. from 4–7pm. Class includes tournament training, match play & physical & mental fitness. Cost based on number of students. New students must be evaluated. Tennis Center of Coral Springs, 2575 Sportsplex Dr. 954.344.1840. The City of Coral Springs will pay tribute to the victims of 9/11 at a 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, Sept. 15 at 7:30am. The start and finish line will be at the 9/11 Memorial in front of the NW Regional Library on University Dr. in Coral Springs. $25 for adults / $20 under 18 for preregistered participants. Race day fee is $30 for adults / $25 under 18. Volunteers and sponsors always needed. Contact Gina Orlando at gorlando@coralsprings.org or call 954.344.1147. Check website for more info: www.active.com. ●
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tennistips
By Dave Rineberg
Practice Like the Pros Dave Rineberg is an International Tour Coach & Director of the Rineberg Tennis Training Academy in Deerfield Beach. He was the hitting coach for Venus & Serena Williams from ’92-’99 & is the author of 3 books: Venus & Serena, My Seven Years as Hitting Coach, Recipe for the Tennis Player’s Soul & The 100 Best Tennis Lessons. He can be reached at info@ lifepubs.com.
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recently returned from a trip to the small eastern European country of Estonia. I was asked to coach their top junior players to see what was missing in their preparation for the professional tour. What I found was that it had nothing to do with strokes or shot-making and everything to do with a lack of intensity, commitment and focus in practice. A problem I’m seeing all too often these days with junior and club-level players everywhere. Watch any professional player practice and you’ll probably be shocked at the level of intensity, commitment and focus they put into every shot during their practice session. Contrast that with a junior or club-level player’s
practice and you’ll often only see half the intensity, commitment and focus. And these players wonder why they are not consistently winning matches or able to stay competitive during tough matches.
Here’s my top-five ways to fix this problem. ● You Must Practice the Way you Want to Play - I know you’ve heard that saying before but maybe it only translated into strokes and shot making for you and not intensity, commitment and focus. If you consistently only practice with 50% intensity then it will be very difficult to raise that level when it comes time to in a tough match. Your training effects your body’s natural expectations so if you are training at 50% then your mind and muscles will be used to that level and be unprepared for a more contested level of play. A professional player can consistently have five-plus rallies because their body expects that level of play after practicing daily at that level. ● Learn to Get into Focus Mode - Every practice session needs to have purpose. Never practice just hitting the ball back and forth across the net. You need to always be isolating areas of the court in your hitting as well as areas of your game that need improvement. If you are playing a practice match then work on focusing on every point from the very first point to the very last. Nadal has a quote that sums this up, “I play every point the same.” ● Plan and then Commit - Plan out and then commit to your practice sessions. If your backhand needs work then plan out some drills with your coach and stick to them, no matter how difficult or repetitive they may be. The pro players always accomplish something in every practice session and never just go to the courts to hit balls around. ● Get your Head in the Game - Don’t go to the practice court with other things on your mind. Tennis is a very difficult game and you need to be feeling well physically but also mentally and emotionally in order to perform at a high level. Any negative thoughts from your daily life that are brought to the court will undoubtedly find their way into and hinder your practice. Make it a point to eliminate as much negative baggage outside the tennis court and in your personal daily life as possible so you can have a clear, positive mind when on the court. ● Develop a Pro Player’s Routine - Before every practice session and before every match it is your time to get yourself prepared. All the top pro players have daily routines and rituals that they’ve developed over the years that help them go into a practice or match and play with a high level of intensity, commitment and focus. These routines all start with the preparation of their equipment, the food that they eat, the clothing and accessories they wear and the activities they do. (For example: re-grip all racquets, eat pancakes and eggs, wear favorite red shirt and matching headband and do five minutes on jump rope.) Change your level of intensity, commitment and focus and start winning more matches. Good luck! l PARKLAND/CORAL SPRINGS LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013
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lifetimes/pets
By Kristan Ashworth
Fall in Love with
a Homeless Pet! It may not feel it outside, but summer is turning into fall this month so if you have room in your heart and home, go check out a local shelter or rescue and get ready to fall in love with a new four-legged friend! Want a little preview? Read on for local pet news and this month’s featured pets!
Special Adoption Program Available for Those 55+
Clinical evidence indicates that pets help people stay healthy. People with pets have lower blood pressure, fewer heart attacks, less illness and live longer and happier lives. So what are you waiting for, find your new best friend today!! And if you’re 55 years of age or older, the Humane Society of Broward County has some added incentive with its unique adoption program. If you adopt a dog three years of age or older or a feline over the age of six months, you may qualify to have the pet adoption fee waived. There are a limited number of adoptions available for this program, so don’t delay. Be sure to mention the Purina 55+ program when you meet with the adoption counselor to take advantage of this offer. The Humane Society of Broward County is located at 2070 Griffin Rd., Fort Lauderdale. Adoption hours are Mon.-Sat. 10am-6:30pm and Sunday 10am-5:30pm. For more information call 954.989.3977 or visit www. humanebroward.com.
Coco (ID# 484267) is a 6 year young Corgi mix who has a great personality and hopes you’ll adopt her
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tuxedo female with a shiny black and white coat. She is a quiet girl who is very gentle and amiable. Eve likes attention and loves to be petted. She has been voted the sweetest cat in the Cat Room by Animal Aid’s volunteers! Just meet her and you’re sure to fall in love!
Tzu mix that’s about a year old. He had a terrible start to life as someone abandoned him in a dumpster. Luckily he was rescued by a good Samaritan and has a second chance to find a loving home. Charly is 9 lbs. of sweetness and is great with kids. He can be a bit timid after all he’s been through, but with lots of TLC Charly will make a great new friend for any family. Charlie is being fostered in Pembroke Pines. Contact A Better Life Rescue by calling Cira at 305.978.0059 or Ellen at 954.540.7237, or file an online application at www.abetterlifepetrescue.com.
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uBeamer is about 6-months-old and was rescued from a high kill shelter. He is a super happy guy with a great big personality. If you’re the active, outdoorsy type, Beamer would make a great companion. He’s all play, athletic and will keep you laughing with his goofball antics. Beamer is being fostered in Lake Worth. Contact Inga at Lady Luck Animal Rescue, Inc. via email at Inga@ladyluckanimalrescue.com, call 561.302.3624 or visit www. ladyluckanimalrescue.com.
▼Oscar is a big, handsome and friendly black male with a white spot on his chest and huge, gorgeous green eyes. He is a young cat who is a people lover and gets along with other cats. Oscar was abandoned at Animal Aid in an expensive carrier, but without a note or information. He is a nice cat who is confidant and energetic and loves to play, especially with a laser pointer. This boy will steal your heart. Contact Animal Aid in Oakland Park by calling 754.223.5378 or file an on line application, including the name of the cat, at www.animal-aid.com/ cat_application.
tJack is a 6-month-old, fun-loving lap kitty. He’s definitely a people pleaser and enjoys the company of other kitties and doggies. If you’re looking for a furry new friend that loves to cuddle, Jack is the boy for you! Jack is being fostered in Lake Worth. Contact Inga at Lady Luck Animal Rescue, Inc. via email at Inga@ladyluckanimalrescue. com, call 561.302.3624 or visit www. ladyluckanimalrescue.com.
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tSimmy is a 3-monthold Malinois pup. Curious and smart, she will be a wonderful pet for someone that has time to train this fantastic girl. Simmy must be adopted by a homeowner with a fenced in yard. File an online application to Chesed Rescue in Boca Raton at www.chesed-rescue.org.
▲Sasha is a 1-year-old Pomeranian. She is an owner surrender, along with her BFF Sassy. They sleep so close together & require very little maintenance, just a lot of love! They are both very social, prefer to play with each other & are more comfortable when they are together. They are both very sweet girls that will shower their new family with lots of love & kisses! Contact A Better Life Rescue by calling Cira at 305.978.0059 or Ellen at 954.540.7237, or file an online application at www.abetterlifepetrescue.com.
tSidney is a 2-year-old Cairn Terrier mix that weighs about 18 lbs. That little face is hard to resist; just meet him in person and you’ll find it’s a match made in heaven. Sidney is neutered, up to date on vaccines, microchipped and on heartworm prevention. File an online application to Chesed Rescue in Boca Raton at www.chesedrescue.org.
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Colby is a 2-year-old Shih Tzu that weighs 13 lbs. She is a great, lovable dog and gets along with other canine friends. She is weary with small children and may not do well with them. Colby is super smart, house trained, fully vetted and spayed. She travels really well and loves the outdoors and will make a wonderful, loyal companion. Colby is being fostered in Pembroke Pines. Contact A Better Life Rescue by calling Cira at 305.978.0059) or Ellen at 954.540.7237, or file an online application at www. abetterlifepetrescue.com.
Donkey Kong is a very handsome 7-year-old mastiff mix. He’s just the sweetest, gentlest, 70 lbs. of love you could find. DK is great with children and all pets. He’s neutered, up to date on vaccines, heartworm tested and 100% ready to fill your home with love! File an online application to Chesed Rescue in Boca Raton at www.chesed-rescue.org. ●
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travelwise
By Stacey Fugere
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This month I wanted to feature the magic of Disney World. I have been many times but thought the best way to enlighten readers about Disney World would be to have my colleague, Stacey Fugere, give you the insight to Disney. Recently, she was named one of American Express’s Travel Insiders for Walt Disney World. As there are only 16 in the world, she feels pretty great about this and can finally use her years of Disney fanaticism to make your vacation the best it could possibly be. So read on for Stacey’s insider tips to the world of Disney.
ere in Florida we are a little bit spoiled. Not only are we super close to one of the world’s top attractions, but they also give us discounts to make it easier for us to go and enjoy! Walt Disney World ranks number 5 on the top 10 list by Yahoo of the country’s most popular destinations. Something I hear from friends and clients is that they have been there and done that. Why would they pay Disney prices for a day at the parks? I want to share with you some interesting experiences to consider the next time you are planning your Disney vacation.
Characters in Flight – A Hot air balloon ride at Downtown Disney which gives you a panoramic view of the entire Walt Disney World property. The best time to try and be on the hot air balloon? Fireworks time at the Magic Kingdom! ontinued on next page
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Lori Kenner is a 25 year veteran in the travel industry. She is the owner of Woodmont Travel located at Boca Express Travel, 8177 Glades Road, Suite 14, Boca Raton, and can be reached by calling 561.451.1778 or via e-mail at lori@woodmonttravel.com.
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Keys to the Kingdom – A behind the scenes guided tour of the Magic Kingdom, which includes the service tunnels beneath the park and hearing the secrets of rides as you ride them. Behind the Seeds Tour – A personal favorite. I have always loved Living with the Land in the Land pavilion in EPCOT Center. At times I loved it because it was a great time to nap, and others because I love seeing the vegetables that they are growing/creating on property that they then serve in the Food Court in The Land pavilion! One trip, I surprised my husband with the Behind the Seeds tour. This is a walking tour through the greenhouses which the ride travels through. On this tour I ate both Mickey-ear-shaped cucumbers and the most incredible banana I have ever tasted (it was called an ice cream banana, but I’m not sure that’s the technical name). Watching Wishes from your Dinner Table - Two restaurants, Narcoosee’s and California Grill, offer great views of the fireworks and they also pipe in the sounds so you can have the whole experience, but enjoy your meal at the same time! Make sure your reservation is for at least 30-45 minutes before show time so you can be ready. Festivals for every Season - Walt Disney World has something for everyone. In the spring you can go to the Flower and Garden Festival. In the fall you can go to the Food and Wine Festival. In the winter you can do Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas and the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights. Each of these festivals brings an entirely different look and feel to the parks. Make sure you check them out.
And my last hidden experience for the day … Each year the Disney parks are home to many awesome races and challenges. The Disney Princess half marathon is the race that I ran this year. It was so much fun because throughout the 13.1 mile race course there were picture spots with characters! Definitely helps the miles fly by! So next time you’re planning your Disney vacation, work in some of these experiences and see Disney like you’ve never seen it before! ●
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DINING WELL is one of “LIFE’s” great pleasures. On the following pages, we hope you’ll make some fabulous discoveries you might not have known about, or revisit some old favorites. Eat, drink, make merry and make each day a day to celebrate! See full menus and reviews at: www.lifepubs.com.
● BLUE MOON FISH CO. - 10317 Royal Palm Blvd., Coral Springs, 954.755.0002 / www.bluemooncoralsprings.com. Come wine, come dine, from casual to elegant! This Coral Springs restaurant is sophisticated yet cozy and its elegance lends itself as the perfect backdrop for the most gorgeous fresh fish and chops available that are done to perfection! And desserts? NOT to be believed. And don’t wait for once in a Blue Moon, come by soon because until November 16 Blue Moon is offering their famous 2 for 1 dinner entrée from their a la carte menu after 6pm with a purchase of beverage from Tuesday through Sunday; yes even on the weekend! Happy Hour is Tues.-Fri. 5-7pm and includes half price drinks and ALL wines by the glass are included along with half price appetizers including the raw bar!! It’s unbelievable! For only $16.95 their amazing all you can eat Sunday Brunch that also includes the raw bar begins at 11:30am and for $7 more all you can drink mimosas, Bloody Marys or champagne. This is hands-down one of NW Broward’s best eateries! Catering is available and their private banquet room can accommodate up to 80 people for any special occasion. Start booking your holiday parties soon! Open Tuesday-Sunday. All major credit cards accepted. ● DEER CREEK GRILLE - 2801 Deer Creek Country Club Blvd., Deerfield Beach. 954.421.5553. Did you know the Deer Creek Grille is open to the public? ALL the privileges AND the perfect place for casual and fun dining. Located in the main clubhouse, the Grille serves creative cuisine, pub food and offers a full bar which is open to the public 365 days a year. Daily promotions and menu specials including an amazing Sunday Brunch, inexpensive yet lovely lunch buffet, are just some of the great values you will find here. Deer Creek Grille maintains friendly and attentive service and food that is consistently great. The chefs created a menu that is fresh and covers all palates and preferences. Although the food definitely speaks for itself, it would not be complete without its breathtaking waterfall patio, lush landscaping, and exotic gardens. The Grille Room is also a perfect place to host a private party or golf reception. Special menus and arrangements are customized to meet all of your event needs. The management and staff go the extra mile to ensure you and your guests receive V.I.P. treatment and your function is all you expect and more. Whether it is lunch after golf, an afternoon cocktail, or dinner under the stars, Deer Creek Grille is a local kept secret you do not want to miss!
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● ISLE CASINO AT POMPANO PARK - 777 Isle of Capri Circle, Pompano Beach. 954.972.2000 / www.theislepompanopark.com. Four great restaurants! Farraddays Steakhouse serves the finest steaks, prime rib and freshest seafood. Savor specialty cocktails, fine wines by the glass or classic martinis, but more importantly, share the fun ambiance with friends or family. Sixty wines under $60 and entrees starting at $17, Wednesday-Sunday, bar opens at 4pm, restaurant at 5:30pm. The Italian-themed restaurant, Bragozzo features fresh Italian cooking at approachable prices. Classic cooking methods such as wood-burning grills and ovens are used to create homemade dishes using imported Italian flour, tomatoes and herbs often grown on the Isle’s property. The Isle Buffet is available daily for lunch and dinner. Check out their Sunday champagne brunch and endless seafood buffet on Friday and Saturday nights. Myron’s Delicatessen is a New York-style deli with the best corned beef, pastrami and classic delicatessen fare. Call or visit their website for hours and menus. ● JAPANGO - (3 locations): Regency Court, 3011 Yamato Rd. A-14, Boca Raton, 561.999.1263; 7367 St. Rd. 7, Parkland, 954.345.4268, & 9025 W. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach. Due to tremendous success in the Parkland location, Japango brought a second location closer to the people of Boca Raton and the Palm Beaches. Since the opening in Mid-October of 2009, Japango at Regency Court in Boca Raton has been an instant success due in part to the same great food and same friendly staff that people have been accustomed to. Not only is the menu very similar to the Parkland location, there are lots of new additions to the Boca menu such as more Thai selections and a greater variety of appetizers and entrees. Japango now offers more vegan sushi items at both locations and a complete Chinese food menu at the Parkland location (takeout only). Kevin Lee, executive chef and owner, stands watch between the two locations to make sure quality of food and service comes first. Instead of hiring a whole new staff, they incorporated a cool rotation system so that customers at both locations will see familiar staff as well as having the same great tasting food. The Boca location has wonderful outdoor seating, great for a romantic evening out or to bring your pet. The ambiance is similar yet very different from the contemporary design of the Parkland location. If you have a large group, party or event that wants access to a full liquor bar, Parkland would be a better fit with over 200 seating capacity and a separate lounge to accommodate parties up to 90. However, if you live in Boca or the surrounding areas and want an excellent sushi and Asian cuisine experience in a more intimate setting, then Japango in Regency Court is the perfect place. Hours? Lunch: Mon.–Fri. 11:30am2:30pm. Dinner from 4:30-10pm Mon.-Thurs., 10:30pm Fri. & Sat. and 9:30pm on Sunday. Reservations are highly recommended for Fri. and Sat. at the Boca location. ● PAD THAI - 5458 W. Sample Rd., Margate (Peppertree Plaza). 954.977.8980. It has been said that Pad Thai is “small in size but big on excellence” and both of these statements ring true. For the past four years the restaurant has been run by a husband and wife from Coconut Creek. The restaurant seats up to 50 with well priced and consistently good food. Pad Thai serves only authentic Thai cuisine. Their signature namesake dish, Pad Thai, is their most popular and depending on your choice of protein the price varies. The Thai Red Curry, Fresh Hot Basil (spicy) and continued on next page PARKLAND/CORAL SPRINGS LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013
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Pad Prik Khing (Thai Chili paste sautéed with fresh green beans, onion, carrots and bell pepper) are just behind the Pad Thai and they too come with a choice of tofu, vegetable, chicken, pork or beef, shrimp, squid or scallop. Pad Thai’s homemade peanut sauce is the best and the Tom Kha Soup (coconut soup) is full of healthy herbs and is quite tasty. Whatever is in season is on the blackboard special. The menu denotes the level of spice for all dishes with one to four stars and they are very accommodating to special need diets. Open for lunch Mon.-Sat. 11:30am–2:30pm with specials starting at $7.95 and includes salad bar; and 5–10pm for dinner. Sunday dinner 4–9pm. An early bird dinner Mon.– Sat., 5–6:30pm and Sunday 4-6pm for $8.95 includes soup or salad, hot tea and dessert. The regular menu includes a choice of soup or salad and rice. Beer and wine available. Delivery charge is $2 on $15 minimum order and limited area. Call Pad Thai or join them to experience authentic Thai food, they are waiting for you! Check out their ad for special offers. All major credit cards accepted.
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● RUNYON’S - 9810 West Sample Rd., Coral Springs.954.752.2333 / runyonsofcoralsprings.com. Zagat Rated #1 Continental Restaurant in Broward County, Runyon’s has developed a reputation for terrific service and outstanding cuisine. It has the feeling of a down home neighborhood restaurant with a chic, understated “big city” vibe. Fresh fish, giant shrimp cocktails, spectacular filet mignon, the finest mouth-watering signature prime rib, along with Giant Alaskan King Crab, are just examples of their outstanding menu selections. For those looking for something more casual, there is a large selection of casual/comfort choices from only $15. A superb, sophisticated wine cellar, along with a large selection of top-shelf liquor makes this hot spot a real gem—and no wonder, they’re going on 30 years with the same ownership and management and still going strong! Lunch is served Monday through Friday with fresh fish, giant salads, hand crafted sandwiches, homemade soups and daily specials, with a selection of lunches for $11 each including a beverage. Happy Hour is every night from 3pm to 6:30pm with great prices for drinks and even better for bar bites and appetizers. Live entertainment, giant HD televisions provide something for everyone. The patio is open for lunch, dinner or just for cocktails and listening to music. There are two beautiful private dining rooms that accommodate up to 65 people for corporate functions, family celebrations, or any special occasion. Stop in and spend some time just enjoying the pictures of celebrities such as Muhammad Ali, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Larry Bird, former New York Mayor Ed Koch, Nick Faldo, Chaz Palminteri, Jimmy Smits, The cast from the Sopranos, Rev. Billy Graham, Seve Ballesteros, Bobby Orr, Liza Minnelli, Anna Kournikova, and Johnny Unitas, just to name a few who have made Runyon’s their favorite place for the past 30 years. Lunch is available Monday through Friday, dinner seven days a week. All major credit cards accepted. ● TAVOLINO DELLA NONNA - 10181 W. Sample Rd., Coral Springs. 954.509.0046 / tavolinorestaurant.com. Mealtime is a special time for sharing and making memories and that’s what owners Edward Pozzuoli and Thomas Genduso want continued on next page PARKLAND/CORAL SPRINGS LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013
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diners to experience at their restaurant. Tavolino Della Nonna, which means “Table of my Grandmother,” serves old world cuisine with an eclectic flair. A unique combination of Nouvelle cuisine intertwined with traditional home-style Italian cooking makes for an exquisite meal. The décor has the same feel yet nostalgic charm fits comfortably with contemporary elegance. The main dining room is a charming mix of crisp linen & warm woods while the secluded place of honor “Nonna’s Room,” houses
an original ‘50s table & chairs, oldfashioned stove, sink, refrigerator and paraphernalia reminiscent of a bygone era. The weekly specials depend on availability of the finest and freshest ingredients along with the extensive regular menu. Appetizers such as the fresh purses of pasta stuffed with pear and cheese in a blue cheese Alfredo sauce and then sprinkled with pear and walnuts is one of their specialties. Pastas, veal, fish and chicken can be ordered in traditional and unique preparations alongside the
weekly specials such as stuffed pork chops, Seafood Risotto or Black Grouper with tropical salsa. Wines are featured to complement the weekly specials. Desserts are homemade including the Chocolate Volcano, Tower of Cannoli, Nana Rose’s award-winning Ricotta Cheesecake and signature Amaretto cookies. Open for lunch and dinner Tues.-Fri. 11am to close, and dinner Sat.-Sun. 4pm till close. Private room available to host parties, corporate events or business seminars. Catering and takeout available. All major credit cards accepted. Reservations suggested. Tavolino Della Notte Nightclub Now Open! More on web! ● ZONA FRESCA - 1410 North University Dr., Coral Springs. 954.227.2828 / www. zonafresca.com. After more than a decade of success in its popular Fort Lauderdale, Plantation and Pompano Beach locations, Zona Fresca, a fresh Mexican grill, has opened in Coral Springs. Known for flavorful Mexican cuisine that is madeto-order with natural ingredients, Zona Fresca is not your everyday Mexican food, but Mexican food you can eat every day. From the traditional chicken burrito to quesadillas, the Coral Springs location will serve the same signature menu items as the other Zona Fresca locations, including a kid’s menu and an assortment of Mexican-brewed and domestic beers. The restaurant has also added new items to the menu such as the machaca taco which consists of slowly braised and shredded beef dressed with lettuce, tomatoes and queso fresco in a crunchy taco shell; brown rice; and Zona Fresca’s own twist on a margarita – the Zonarita, a wine-based tequila margarita made with freshly squeezed lemon and lime juice. As always, salsas are made from only top quality produce, guacamole is made with the ripest avocados, and chips are made in 100 percent cholesterol-free canola oil, making Zona Fresca the perfect choice for fresh, flavorful food. The restaurant has indoor seating for 64 guests and an outdoor patio that seats 24. The Coral Springs Zona Fresca restaurant also offers complete party platters and a catering menu that can be tailored for special requests. Hours: Sat. – Thurs., 11am-9pm; Friday, 11am-10pm. ●
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Great Art Affair - Sweet Sixteen
Celebrate the Museum’s 16th year! Hors d’oeuvres, desserts & a selection of fine wines will be served. $40 in advance & $50 at the door. 6pm at the Coral Springs Museum of Art, 2855 Coral Springs Dr. 954.340.5000. www.csmart.org.
Russell Brand: Messiah Complex
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Thru 9/29 – Donate Your Dimes Program Use your reusable bags at Whole Foods Market, 810 University Dr. , Coral Springs & donate your 10 cent refund to the Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital (3000 Sportsplex Dr. , Coral Springs). Contributions will help support environmental education programs about our fragile environment & the animals that inhabit it. 954.752.9453. 3 – Computers for Beginners Learn the basics of communicating with the computer, focusing on using the keyboard, the mouse, & navigating windows. 5:30-7pm at the Parkland Library, 6620 University Dr. Register: 954.757.4200. 3 – Coral Springs Camera Club Beginner to advance photographers are welcome. Free. 7:30pm at Sartory Hall in Mullins Park, 10000 NW 29th St. , Coral Springs. Contact David Corito at 954.721.6598. 4 – Broward Masonic Square Club Meets 1st Wed. of ea. mo. at 8:45am at Willow Wood on W. Commercial Blvd. , Ft. Lauderdale. All Masonic brethren welcome. 954.532.3156 / benazario@gmail.com. 5 – Sons of Italy - Dominick Gentile Lodge Dinner, short meeting, coffee & dessert. $7 for dinner. All are welcome. Meets 1st Thurs. each month at 6:30pm at Sartory Hall, 10180 NW 29th St. , Coral Springs. RSVP to Lauretta: 954.532.0786. 7 – Exhibitions (thru 11/9). Ronn Jaffe – Mind Gap Journey; Sandee Berman – Americana Collection; & The Breast Cancer Body Painting Project. Coral Springs Museum of Art, 2855 Coral Springs Dr. 954.340.5000 / www.csmart.org. 7 – Coast Guard Boating Safety Course Learn Federal regulations in the State of Florida, seamanship, how a boat operates & how to handle one, how to load a boat so it balances properly, navigating in rough seas, proper docking & more. $36 with multi-family member discounts available. 8:30am-
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4pm at Parkland City Hall, 6600 University Dr. Space is limited and preregistration is required: 954.757.4122. 7 – Cool Saturdays Summer Special (also 9/21). Explore the whimsical house & nature trails & feast on food from food trucks. Half price admission: $10 for adults & free for kids 12 & under. 9am-4pm at Bonnet House Museum & Gardens, 900 North Birch Rd. , Ft. Lauderdale. BonnetHouse.org. 7 – Pet Care Day Bring your four-legged friend for $15 rabies shots & $20 micro chipping. Cash only. 10am - 2pm at Barkland Dog Park, 9245 Ranch Rd. , Parkland. 954.757.4113.
7 – Music in the Park: Supernatural - A Santana Tribute. Food Trucks begin at 6pm, free concert begins at 7pm at Pine Trails Park, 10555 Trails End. , Parkland. 954.757.4113. 7 – All Booked Up Book Discussion Group: Crazy Little Thing by Tracy Brogan. 10:30am at the Parkland Library, 6620 University Dr. Register: 954.757.4200 / www.cityofparkland. org/library. 7 – Scleroderma Foundation of Southeast Florida Broward County Support Group 1st Saturday of the month from 11am-1pm at Margate Health Care Center, 5951 Colonial Drive, Margate. Rona Silberman: rsilber@yahoo.com / 954.675.9676. 7 – Family Funday: Pinwheels. Ages 3 & up. $4. 3pm at the Coral Springs Museum of Art, 2855 Coral Springs Dr. 954.340.5000 / www.csmart.org. 7 – St. Mary Magdalene Fish Fry
Presented by the Brotherhood of St. Andrew to benefit the St. Laurence Chapel homeless shelter, missions teams and other worthy groups. $12/ person; $20/couple; $6/kids 11 & under. 5-9:30pm at St. Mary Magdalene Episcopal Church, 1400 Riverside Dr. , Coral Springs. 954.753.1400. 8 – Broward Beekeepers Association Learn about beekeeping as a hobby. Meets the 2nd Sunday each month at 4pm at the Sawgrass Nature Center, 3000 Sportsplex Dr. , Coral Springs. Leo Gosser: 954.344.1493 / www. browardbees.org. 9 – Knit N Knowledge Learn the basics of knitting! New beginners should arrive early at 10am & will need to bring two size 8 knitting needles and 2 worsted weight yarns. 10:30am at the Parkland Library, 6620 University Dr. Register: 954.757.4207 / www. cityofparkland.org/library. 9 – Cool Back to School Story & Craft Celebrate back to school with a great book then decorate a fantastic fuzzy folder to hold your homework. Ages 7 & up. 3:30pm at the Parkland Library, 6620 University Dr. Register: 954.757.4207 / www.cityofparkland.org/library. 10 – MOMS Club of S. Coral Springs & Margate For stay at home moms or moms who work from home. 2nd Tuesday each month at 10:30am. Contact Ashley at ashleygerson0107@ yahoo.com for info & meeting location. 10 – Introduction to the Internet Learn what you can do on the internet, how to get internet service, & how to find information once you have access. 5:30-7pm at the Parkland Library, 6620 University Dr. Register: 954.757.4200. 10 – Kings Knights Lodge #221, Knights of Pythias A non-sectarian fraternal organization. 2nd Tues. ea/mo at 7:30pm at Cypress Hammock Park, 1300 Coral Springs Dr. Call Larry Hochfeld at 954.721.4833. 11 – Traveling Office Hours with Rep. Jim Waldman & U.S. Congressman continued on page 84 PARKLAND/CORAL SPRINGS LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013
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Ted Deutch. 2nd Wednesday of each month, from 10am-12pm in the conference room of the Parkland City Hall, at 6600 University Dr. Rep. Waldman’s office: 954.956.5600 / Congressman Deutch’s office: 954.972.6454. 11 – September 11th Memorial Wreath laying ceremony to honor the victims of 9-11, followed by a tribute to Police, Fire & the Armed Forces. 6pm at the Memorial Site at the Northwest Regional Library, 3151 W. Sample Rd. , Coral Springs. 954.344.1147. 12 – Mothers of PreSchoolers (MOPS) Enjoy breakfast, informal time to chat, speakers, crafts & an organized small group discussion all pertaining to being a mom. All mothers of preschoolers are welcome, childcare is provided. Meets the 2nd Thursday each month, 9-11:30am at Parkridge Baptist Church, 5600 Coral Ridge Dr. , Coral Springs. 954.882.1153 / parkridgemops@gmail. com. 12 – Florida Trail Association’s Broward County Chapter Meeting Meets the 2nd Thursday of the month, Sept. -May at 7:30pm at Fern Forest Nature Center in Coconut Creek. 954.609.4727 / kayferrara@bellsouth. net. 14 – Coffee Bar & Used Book Fair Sponsored by the Parkland Friends of the Library. 10am-1pm in the lobby of the Parkland Library, 6620 University Dr. 954.757.4200. 14 – Taste History Culinary Tours of Historic Palm Beach County (also 9/21 & 28). A combination of bus, walking & food tastings in historic areas and/ or buildings. $35 ages 18 & over; free for under age 18 (max. 5 kids free per family). 2nd, 3rd & 4th Sat. each month,
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year-round, boarding at 11am at the east entrance of Macy’s at the Boynton Beach Mall, 801 N. Congress Ave. Suite 483. 561.243.2662 / tastehistoryculinarytours. blogspot.com. 14 – Butterfly Gardening Workshop (also 10/12). Learn how to identify & attract local butterflies to your back yard, what plants are best suited to start a butterfly garden, see nectar & larval host plants for butterflies & receive
a free Photo Guide to help identify butterflies & host plants. Free with paid admission (adults: $24.95; children (ages 3-11) $19.95; 2 and under are free). 1pm at Butterfly World at Tradewinds Park, 3600 W. Sample Rd. , Coconut Creek. www.butterflyworld.com. 15 – Coral Springs 5K 9/11 Remembrance Run/Walk Adults $25, under 18 - $20. Register by 9/13. 7:30am at the Northwest Regional Library, 3151 W. Sample Rd. , Coral Springs. 954.344.1147.
16 – The Coral Springs Orchid Society Meeting Speaker: Martin Motes of Motes Orchids. Guests are always welcome free of charge. 7:30pm in Cypress Hall, Cypress Hammock Park, 1300 Coral Springs Dr. , Coral Springs. 954.818.0300 / www. coralspringsorchidsociety.org. 17 – Show & Tell for Seniors Parkland residents ages 62 & older will have the opportunity to share their hobbies, talents, leisure pursuits and fortes. 10–11:30am at Parkland City Hall, 6600 University Dr. Space is limited & preregistration is required: 954.757.4142. 17 – Introduction to Email Learn the basics of email, how to use Yahoo Mail & create your own email account. 5:30-7pm at the Parkland Library, 6620 University Dr. Register: 954.757.4200. 17 – Coral Springs Mothers of Multiples For moms & families of twins, triplets & higher order multiples. Meets the 3rd Tues. each month at 7:15pm at the Broward Health Coral Springs, Coral Hills Dr. Contact President, Bethany Serchay at president@ csmoms.org or visit www. csmoms.org. 17 – Coral Springs Woman’s Club Meets on the 3rd Tues. ea/mo (except May-August), 7:30pm at Cypress Park, 1300 Coral Springs Dr. All women are welcome. Call Adrienne Fardella at 954.255.5997. 18 – 3rd Annual Healing Hands For Arthritis $10 from every one-hour massage or facial will be donated to the Arthritis Foundation. Murad® skin care will donate 10% of all sales from their products sold at Massage Envy Spa locations during the event to the Arthritis Foundation. Reservations are now being accepted on a firstcome, first-serve basis at all locations PARKLAND/CORAL SPRINGS LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013
including The Walk at University in Coral Springs: 954.757.3689 and Turtle Crossings at Wiles & 441 in Coral Springs: 954.688.7777. www. massageenvy.com. 18 – Traveling Office Hours The staff of U.S. Congressman Ted Deutch, State Rep. Jim Waldman & State Rep. Jared Moskowitz will offer assistance with state & federal issues. 3rd Wednesday of each month from 10am-12pm in the Coral Springs City Hall Commission Chambers, 9551 West Sample Rd. Rep. Waldman’s office: 954.956.5600. 18 – Chess for Adults Play with other chess fans! Any level of experience welcome. 5:30-7:30pm at the Parkland Library, 6620 University Dr. Register: 954.757.4207 / www.cityofparkland. org/library. 18 – Republican Business Network 3rd Wed. each month, 6:30 registration, 7pm start. Sartory Hall, Mullins Park, 10000 NW 29th St. , Coral Springs. Call 954.461.4195 or visit www. republicanbusinessnetwork.com. 18 – Coral Springs Craft Guild Learn the art of creating a fresh flower topiary. Meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 7pm at Cypress Hall in Cypress Hammock Park, 1300 Coral Springs Dr. , Coral Springs. 954.752.8821 / www. coralspringscraftguild.com. 19 – Phil Peterson’s 41st Key West Poker Run (thru 9/22). Take the scenic trek to Key West, stopping along the way to draw what will hopefully be a winning poker hand! Revelers will enjoy a fun-filled weekend of biker-style merrymaking, including a myriad of contests & the everpopular custom bike show. Benefits the Diabetes Research Institute. www. petersonsharley.com. 19 – Forest of Families Exhibition A collection of 500 personalized family totem poles, designed to bring Broward County residents together to express their idea of family through artistic expression & inspire them to consider expanding their definition of family by opening their hearts & homes to children in foster care. In an artistic partnership of ChildNet, Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale Community Foundation of Broward & local artist PARKLAND/CORAL SPRINGS LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013
Eduardo Gardin. 5-7pm at the Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale, 1 E. Las Olas Blvd. , Fort Lauderdale. 954.414.6000, ext. 8036. 19 – Tales to Tails Kids ages 5-12 will read to Daisy, a therapy dog, to encourage independent reading & increase reading fluency. 4pm at the Parkland Library, 6620 University Dr. Register: 954.757.4207 / www.cityofparkland. org/library. 19 – Parkland Woman’s Club General Meeting Join this group of civicminded women to learn how they plan to help abandoned, abused & neglected teens this year. This meeting will feature an International theme: “Unity in Diversity,” & guests will enjoy food, wine, friendship, & a 50/50 drawing. Meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7pm at the Cypresshead Clubhouse, 7501 S. CypressHead Dr. parlandwc@gmail.com / www.gfwc.org. 21 – Fishing Derby Bring your fishing poles and bait. Free. 8 - 10am at Pine Trails Park, 10555 Trails End, Parkland. 954.757.4113. 21 – Meet the Coaches For kids ages 7-14 who are interested in joining the NW Broward Road Runners Youth Running Program. Fall session begins Oct. 5 & continues every Saturday for 8-weeks at 8am at the North Springs Community Park in Coral Springs. $40 per child includes Dri Fit T-Shirt. 954.325.6376 / 954.856.5500. www. nwbrrc.com. 21 – Tri-County Council of ABWA Meeting 25th Annual American Business Women’s Day: “Road Map to Success.” Keynote Speaker Tina Ackles, ABWA National President, will present “Paving the Way to the Future.” $50 by 9/6 and $55 thereafter (includes buffet luncheon). Registration opens at 8am & seminars start at 9am at the Marriott Heron Bay, 11775 Heron Bay Blvd, Coral Springs. www.abwatricounty.org / 954.599.5687. 21 – P.L.A.Y. (Parkland Loves Active Youth) Day Bounce houses, a climbing wall, a soccer clinic, an obstacle course boot camp, special performances & more. Free. 10am-1pm at Pine Trails Park, 10555 Trails End. 954.757.4113 / ccrossin@cityofparkland.org. continued on next page WWW.LIFEPUBS.COM • 85
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21 – Non-native Pet Amnesty Day People who have exotic pets they can no longer handle may surrender the animal for free & with no penalties, in order to keep unwanted exotic pets out of Florida’s native ecosystems. Healthy animals will be placed with pre-qualified adopters. 10am-2pm at the Sawgrass Nature Center, 3000 Sportsplex Dr. in Coral Springs. 954.752.WILD. 21 – Keyboard Typing (also 9/28). Learn to use the computer keyboard to type with speed, accuracy, & confidence. 10:3011:30am at the Parkland Library, 6620 University Dr. Register: 954.757.4200. 21 – Coral Springs Whole Foods 15th Anniversary Celebration Members of the Coral Springs Craft Guild will be on hand demonstrating a variety of crafts including glass painting, jewelry art; creating wreathes; & will offer a free raffle drawing. 12-4pm at Whole Foods at the corner of Atlantic Blvd. & University Dr. 954.752.8821 / www.coralspringscraftguild. com. 21 – Film Viewing & Discussion: Quartet. 1pm at the Parkland Library, 6620 University Dr. Register: 954.757.4207 / www. cityofparkland.org/library. 22 – Russell Brand: Messiah Complex Catch the comedian, actor & author on his first ever world stand-up tour. $47.70. 7pm at the Coral Springs Center for the Arts, 2855 Coral Springs Dr. 954.344.5990 / www.coralspringscenterforthearts.com. 23 – Autumn Watercolor Art Learn the basic skills of watercolor painting with watercolor pencils and capture the beautiful colors of autumn. 10:30am at the Parkland Library, 6620 University Dr. Register: 954.757.4207 / www.cityofparkland. org/library. 24 – Teen Advisory Group Students ages 13-18 are invited to become leaders in their community & create the programs & experiences they would like to see offered in Parkland for teens. Meets one Tuesday each month from 7–8:30pm at Parkland City Hall, 6600 University Dr. 954.757.4122 / mamos@cityofparkland.org. 25 – Chess Club Beginners can learn to play & players meet your match! Ages 8 & up. 4:15pm at the Parkland Library, 6620 University Dr. Register: 954.757.4207 / www.cityofparkland. org/library. 26 – The Monster Project (Thurs.-Sun. thru 10/20).Presented by the Play Group LLC. Four freaky, funky original plays by award-winning playwright & Miami Beach resident Brian Harris & directed by Joyce Sweeney. $20 on 9/26; $25 all other performances (includes complimentary wine). Empire Stage, 1140 North Flagler St. , Fort Lauderdale. www.empirestage.com / www.smarttix.com 954.678.1476. 26 – Great Art Affair - Sweet Sixteen Celebrate the Museum’s 16th year! Barbara O’Keefe, the former Executive Director of the Museum, and Ian Fraser, a member of the Board of Directors, will be honored. Hors d’oeuvres, desserts & a selection of fine wines will be served. $40 in advance & $50 at the door. 6pm at the Coral Springs Museum of Art, 2855 Coral Springs Dr. 954.340.5000 / www.csmart.org. 27 – Shots for Soles 1st Annual Charity Golf & Dinner Classic. Benefits In Jacob’s Shoes. 1pm Shotgun Start at Stonebridge Golf & Country Club in Boca Raton followed by dinner & awards at 5:30pm. 954.757.9030 / www.injacobsshoes.org.
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28 – Shredathon Avoid becoming a victim of identity theft & bring any personal documents to be shredded. Free & open to Coral Springs residents. Limit of three boxes per vehicle $5 each additional box. 9-11am in the back parking lot of Coral Springs City Hall, 9551 W. Sample Rd. 954.344.1833. 28 – AARP Driver’s Safety Course A concise refresher course to help drivers sharpen their defensive driving skills. All participants will receive a certificate & those 55 & older may submit the certificate to their insurance company to receive discount benefits. $12 for AARP members & $14 for nonmembers. 9am–3pmat Parkland City Hall, 6600 University Dr. Space is limited & pre-registration is required: 954.757.4122. 28 – Cuentame Un Cuento - Tell Me a Story with Carrie Sue Ayvar. An incredible bilingual exploration of Latin-American folktales using words, rhythms, movement & chants. 3pm at the Parkland Library, 6620 University Dr. Register: 954.757.4207 / www.cityofparkland.org/library. 28 – Taste of Parrotdise Fundraiser Join the Parrot Head Club of Broward, The Barefoot Children, & Party with a Purpose! Sample local restaurant fare, rums, beer & wines; & enjoy a live band, silent auction, raffles, ace of cakes cake decorating contest & local tropical vendors. $40 by 9/15 & $45 thereafter. Benefits the American Cancer Society. 6-10pm at the IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame & Museum, 300 Gulfstream Way, Dania Beach. www.tasteofparrotdise.com. 28 – VIP Event - Volunteers In Parkland A free event recognizing the volunteers in Parkland. 6:30 - 9:30pm at Pine Trails Park, 10555 Trails End, Parkland. 954.757.4105. 28 – International Dinner Dance Celebrate the culture of Peru with unique cuisine, riveting music, a Silent Auction & live entertainment featuring breathtaking dancers & exquisite costumes. Ethnic dress is encouraged. $50 by 9/20 or $60 thereafter. 7pm at the Marriott at Heron Bay, 11775 Heron Bay Blvd. , Coral Springs. 954.344.1063.
October 2 – 10th Annual Festival of the Flutes Food & Wine Event “Wine Country Safari”-themed event with food, silent auction, dancing & entertainment. Prizes will be awarded for the best outfit. Proceeds will benefit the Harvest Drive & the Stockdale Foundation. VIP Adventure at 6pm & Expedition Experience at 7pm at the Parkland Golf and Country Club. www. festivaloftheflutes.com / 888.803.0687. 4 – Holiday and Fall Craft Show (also 10/5). Presented by the Coral Springs Craft Guild. 5-9pm on 10/4 & 9am-4pm on 10/5 at La Quinta Inn, 3701 N. University Dr. , Coral Springs. 954.752.8821 / www.coralspringscraftguild.com. 5 – Family Movie at the Park: Ice Age: Continental Drift. Free. Bring blankets, chairs & a picnic basket. 8pm at Betti Stradling Park, 10301 Wiles Rd, Coral Springs. 954.345.2200.
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10-years old. Parkland YMCA, 10559 Trails End, Parkland. 954.384.9622. Kids Martial Arts Children ages 2-5 will learn stances, self defense, anti-bullying & self awareness. Parkland YMCA, 10559 Trails End, Parkland. 954.384.9622. Nature Explorers For kids ages 3-5 on Wednesdays from 1011am at the Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital, 3000 Sportsplex Dr. $8 (or $5 for SNC members) per child. 954.752.WILD / www. sawgrassnaturecenter.org. Parkland Juniorettes A non-profit community service club of girls in grades 9-12 sponsored by the Parkland Woman’s Club. The girls are active volunteers & meet once a month. Earn community service hours, interact with a diverse group of young women, plan activities, develop leadership skills, all while building an impressive college resume. Contact Cynthia Bloom at 954.647.9197 / cmbloom@ gmail.com. Sunday Circles with the Friendship Circle of North Broward & South Palm Beach Music & movement, crafts, baking & more for children with special needs & their families. Kids will “visit” a different country each class, do activities based on that place & learn about their culture. Every other Sunday from 3:30-5pm. RSVP: Floridafriendshipcircle@gmail.com / 954.970.9551. Y Girl Power Girls ages 12-18 will learn the importance of a healthy lifestyle. Topics vary each week from body image to basic nutrition & fitness. Parkland YMCA, 10559 Trails End, Parkland. 954.384.9622.
Ongoing Adults Achievers Toastmasters Public speaking, communication & leadership skills. Meets every Wed. at 7pm at Strayer University. www.coralspringspublicspeaking.com / Jared Easley: 954.590.0807. Active Older Adults Health Building Classes Join other active older adults who want to get healthy for strength & cardio circuit, Enhanced Fitness, Silver Sneakers & Zumba Gold. Fun activities such as Wednesday Game Days, Lunch & Learn, Pot
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Luck Lunches & Gardening. Parkland YMCA, 10559 Trails End, Parkland. 954.384.9622. Adopt A Pet Program Ages 60+ may qualify for discounted pet adoption fees at Broward Humane Society. $35 dogs (reg. $90) & $20 for cats (reg. $75). 954.989.3977. Adult Children of Alcoholics Group facilitated by licensed psychotherapist on Tuesdays from 11am-12:30pm at the About Life Design Center, 399 N.W. Boca Raton Blvd. , Suite 210, Boca Raton. $50 per week. Contact Argie Spuck, LCSW at 954.822.9793. Barefoot Children of Ft. Lauderdale Parrot Head Club The local club is a chartered member of Parrot Heads in Paradise (PHiP), a world-wide organization with around 250 chapters. Members participate in social hours, fundraising, volunteering & more. www.barefootchildrenphc.com. Be Kind to Animals Feature Animal lovers of all ages will get up close & personal with native & exotic animals. Every Sunday at 11am at the Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital in Sportsplex Park in Coral Springs (Sample Rd & Sawgrass Expressway). 954.752. WILD / sawgrassnaturecenter.org. Codependent Parents of Adult Children Group facilitated by licensed psychotherapist on Tuesdays from 1-2:30pm at the About Life Design Center, 399 N.W. Boca Raton Blvd. , Suite 210, Boca Raton. $50 per week. Contact Argie Spuck, LCSW at 954.822.9793. Coral Springs Book Bunch Read the book & join the discussion. Meets one Wednesday of every month from 6:307:30pm at the Northwest Regional Library, 3151 University Drive, Coral Springs. For schedule and other info, call Eileen at 954.755.0627. Coral Springs Senior Crochet Group Open to all levels. Bring a G hook & some worsted yarn. Meets Thursdays at 11am at Sartory Hall in Mullins Park. 954.345.2203. Hospice by the Sea Warm-hearted, outgoing volunteers with good customer service skills are needed for Hospitality/Information Desk at Boca Care Center & Thrift Shop in Boca Raton. Other opportunities PARKLAND/CORAL SPRINGS LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013
available: visiting patients & families & administrative office positions in Palm Beach & Broward Counties. Contact Michelle Williams at 561.416.5040 / volunteer@hbts.org. Infant & Pregnancy Loss Support Time Heals offers FREE support to men & women in our community that have experienced pregnancy and/or infant loss as a result of miscarriage, stillbirth, ectopic pregnancy, SIDS & other causes. The group meets monthly at the Boca Glades Branch library. For meeting dates or to request a FREE book, call Daisy at 954.673.8245, email timeheals@comcast.net, or visit www. timeheals.net. Network Professionals, Inc. Breakfast & lunch mtgs. in Parkland, Tamarac, Coral Springs & Margate. 954.818.0667 / npiflorida.com. 1 member per occupation per chapter. Partners of Sex Addicts Group facilitated by licensed psychotherapist on Tuesdays from 9-10:30am at the About Life Design Center, 399 N.W. Boca Raton Blvd. Suite 210, Boca Raton. $50 per week. Contact Argie Spuck, LCSW at 954.822.9793. Toastmasters Club Awesome Master public speaking & impromptu speaking, while building personal & professional confidence & leadership skills. Free. Meets every Friday at 7am; check website for new location. Call David at 954.757.5827 for info. www. clubawesome.org. Toastmasters Club Outspoken Learn to speak in public or brush up on your public speaking skills. Tuesdays, 12pm at Wings Plus, 9880 W. Sample Rd. www. outspokentoastmasters.org. l
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Local Professionals Offer Up Sage Advice The next installment in a multi-part series: Local professionals from the business & �inancial world o�fer tips on YOUR Money — How to Save It, Understand It & Spend It in 2013.
Like us on Facebook, but be Careful What you Post By Joshua Frachtman, Esq.
Joshua Frachtman, a graduate of the University of Florida and Nova Southeastern University, is an attorney at Baker & Zimmerman, P.A. His practice areas primarily focus on personal injury, wrongful death and product defects. He can be reached at JFrachtman@ bakerzimmerman.com or 800.886.LAWS. For more information, please visit his firm’s website at DefendingTheInjured.com.
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In today’s social media age, it has become relatively easy to track down an old friend from high school or college. Unfortunately, defense attorneys know the same tricks. If your pictures, tweets, biographies and blogs are public, they can be seen by anyone. The internet goes beyond just your Facebook and Twitter accounts and there may be pictures of you on friends' pages or websites that you don’t even know about. In the context of a personal injury claim, anything you post on the internet can potentially come back to harm your case. The law is relatively new, but there have already been favorable rulings prohibiting the disclosure of account access to Facebook. Piccolo v Paterson, a Pennsylvania case, involves a claim for personal injuries arising out of a car accident. When the
airbag deployed, it left the Plaintiff’s face seriously disfigured, necessitating cosmetic surgery. The defendants had obtained numerous pictures taken before and after the accident in discovery. However, in Plaintiff’s deposition, she admitted to having a Facebook page, the defendants attempted to obtain full access to her account to compare her posts to her claims. The defendants filed a Motion to Compel, which was denied on the basis that sufficient information had been obtained in discovery and was available through other means. Facebook has taken steps to prohibit the dissemination of user information, even with a civil subpoena. According to Facebook’s Privacy Policy: Federal law prohibits Facebook from disclosing user content (such as messages, Wall (timeline) posts, photos, etc.) in response to a civil subpoena. Speci�ically, the Stored Communications Act, 18 U.S.C. § 2701 et seq., prohibits Facebook from disclosing the contents of an account to any non-governmental entity pursuant to a subpoena or court order. Parties to civil litigation may satisfy discovery requirements relating to their Facebook accounts by producing and authenticating contents of their accounts and by using Facebook’s “Download Your Information” tool, which is accessible through the “Account Settings” drop down menu. If a user cannot access content because he or she disables or deleted his or her account, Facebook will, to the extent possible, restore access to allow the user to collect and produce the account’s content. Facebook preserves user content only in response to a valid law enforcement request. However, in another Pennsylvania case, Zimmerman v Weis Market, the Plaintiff brought a claim for personal injuries after hurting his leg in a forklift accident. The defendants believed that there were pictures of the Plaintiff in shorts, although he testified that he was too embarrassed to wear shorts following the accident. There were also alleged pictures of the Plaintiff performing motorcycle stunts on his Facebook and PARKLAND/CORAL SPRINGS LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013
Myspace pages. The Judge ordered the Plaintiff to turn over the account username and password within 20 days to the defendant. Further, Plaintiff was ordered to not delete any posts or information from his pages. As with everything in life, you must be careful and responsible about how you use social media. Make sure your privacy settings are adjusted appropriately, and try to be aware about what your friends and family are posting about you.
Coping With an Inheritance By Michael C. Shutowick Inheriting wealth can be a burden and a blessing. There are many facets to the process of inheritance that you may not have considered, so here are some things you may want to keep in mind if it comes to pass. Take your time - If someone cared about you enough to leave you a sizable inheritance, then likely you will need time to grieve and cope with their loss. Many of the more major decisions about your inheritance can likely wait. When you’re dealing with so much already, you may be too overwhelmed to give your options the careful consideration they need and deserve. You may be able to make more rational decisions once some time has passed. Don’t go it alone - There are so many laws, options and potential pitfalls. The knowledge an experienced professional can provide on this subject may prove to be vitally important. Unless you happen to have uncommon knowledge on the subject, seek help. Do you have to accept it? - While it may sound ridiculous, in some cases refusing an inheritance may be a wise move. Depending on your situation and the amount of your bequest, it may be that estate taxes will drain a large amount. Depending on the amount that remains, disclaiming some (or all) of the gift is worth contemplation. Think of your own family - When an inheritance is received, it may alter the course of your own estate plan. You may want to think about setting up trusts for your children to help ensure their wealth is received at an age where the likelihood that they’ll misuse or waste it is decreased. Trust creation may also help you (and your PARKLAND/CORAL SPRINGS LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013
spouse) maximize exemptions on personal estate tax. The taxman will be visiting - If you’ve inherited an IRA, it’s extremely important that you weigh the tax cost of cashing out against the need for instant funds. A cash out can mean you will have to pay (on every dollar you withdraw) full income tax rates. This can greatly reduce the worth of your bequest, whereas allowing the gains of the investment to continue to compound within the account, and continuing to defer taxes, may have the opposite effect and help to increase the value of what you’ve inherited. Stay informed - The estate laws have seen many changes over the years, so what you thought you knew about them may no longer be correct. This is especially true with regard to the taxation on capital gains. The assistance of a seasoned financial professional may be more important than ever before. Do what’s right for YOU - All too often an inheritance is left in its original form, which may be a large holding of a single company, perhaps even one started by the relative who bestowed the gift. While you may wish to leave your inheritance as it is, what happens if the value of that stock takes a nose dive? The old adage “never put all your eggs in one basket” may be words to live by. Remember that this money is now yours and the way in which you allocate assets needs to be in line with YOUR needs and goals. l
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stilllife 1. Country Living. The Parkland City Commission showed its pride in the city’s Equestrian history when it recognized the contributions that the Parkland Horseman’s Association has made to the community. 2. They’ve Got Class. Temple Beth Orr in Coral Springs recently hosted its annual Confirmation Shabbat Service conducted by the high school sophomores who continued their religious studies three years beyond their bar or bat mitzvah and met this milestone of achievement. (L-R): Ryan Hobbs, Jacob Bendetowies, Andrew Cohen, Bailee Glickman, Alison Lee, Michelle Sokoloff, Jeremy Tromer, Matthew Cotler and Ryan Milrad.
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Oh, To Be Young Again… Richard J. Schellbach has been a resident of FL since 1988. His TV writing credits include: “Are You Afraid Of The Dark?” for Nickelodeon, “Chris-Cross” for Showtime, “ALF-Tales” & “SpaceCats” for NBC & the nationally syndicated children’s series, “The Kid’s Café.” He has 2 humor books published by Macmillan Publishing; has served as Writer for Sci-Fi Entertainment Magazine, as Head Writer/ Contributing Editor for ALF Magazine & P3 Magazine, and as Managing Editor for the Ft. Lauderdale-based national video magazine, Entertainment Retailing Industry. He can be reached at info@lifepubs.com.
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s a child I always hated September. Each June when we began our wonderful summer vacations the world was our oyster. After all, we had June, July, August and September to run wild in the streets before we had to go back to the prison-like confines of our school. Except… we really didn’t have September, did we? No. Oh, sure, it looked good on paper. But when your vacation ends in the first few days of a month, you really don’t get to count it – no matter how much you’d like to. And unlike kids who live in the city, seeing your friends again once school starts isn’t really an incentive. Because in a small town you’ve probably seen most of them over the summer vacation anyway. So, pretty much every September of my youth started off with the high of the family Labor Day picnic and immediately spiraled down into the eighth level of Hell that was known as School Year: Day One. But, in 1968, the first day of the fifth grade began a bit differently. As always, everyone filed into the classroom, met the teacher we had all been warned about by the older kids we knew, and were given our seating assignments. I was in the end row – thankfully near a window so I could daydream instead of paying attention – and I was seated next to Fran DeRose. I had known Franny since the fourth grade. She was one of the good guys. I say “guys” because in the fourth grade the only reason to hang out with a girl was if she was cool like a guy and Franny definitely was. In fact, in kickball she put quite a few of the boys to shame. (And by “quite a few” I mean … me.) But this year was different. Franny looked decidedly less icky than in other years. Hmmmm, must have been the blouse she was wearing. It certainly looked nice . . . you know, for clothing. And maybe she got a new haircut or some such thing. Anyway, though I kept catching myself staring during that day I was secure in the knowledge that the following day, after she lost that nice blouse, she and
everything else would be back to normal – good old kickballing Franny. Now, most of you guys know what happened next. Franny’s blouse looked just as un-icky the next day. And by the second week of class Fran was downright – dare I say it – pretty, and I remember as though it were yesterday thinking to myself, “Uh-oh. This means something important. This… is going to be trouble.” I could tell you that I had a cohesive thought even once the rest of the year, but I’d be lying. Instead of getting better the situation only got worse. Other girls besides Fran started looking less skeevy to me and around that time I began feeling more awkward and more uncomfortable in my own skin than I would have thought humanly possible. And then, as if I needed something else going against me, came the flop sweats. Remember, kids don’t really sweat much. I don’t know, nor do I care, why. But what I do know is once a boy starts sweating under his arms turning his shirt into a Slip-‘n-Slide, good ole Mr. Puberty can’t be far behind. And if a guy really wants to be perfectly honest, puberty is the cosmic monkey wrench in a teenage boy’s gears. As much as we guys like to machoromanticize that time of our lives, for me it was like an eight year long trip to the Department of Motor Vehicles - just not quite as much fun. I, for one, think puberty ruined some of my best years. Just think about what I could have done to improve the human condition if I hadn’t spent every waking hour of my teens with a near-catastrophic case of girl-onthe-brain. Which diseases could I have cured? Could I have manufactured completely fireproof building materials, discovered a faster form of space flight or invented mankind’s first glow-in-the-dark Pop-Tart? Sadly, the world will never know because during those all-important years when I could have been thinking straight, I was wondering if Jeannie Shrimpton would wear a bikini in our pool if I invited her to go swimming at my house one day … that is, if we had a pool. Look, most of us when we get this age start to say things that aren’t really thought out well, like “What I wouldn’t do to go back in time and be young again.” Not me, folks. I wouldn’t give puberty another go-round if someone had a Smith and Wesson pressed against my skull. I’m a 57-year-old guy with a good life and a career that I love. The last thing I need is to go back to feeling like a drunken ostrich on rollerblades again. Besides, my wife looks better in a blouse than Franny ever did. l PARKLAND/CORAL SPRINGS LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013
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